B08_40622956_Attachment_1_ELMA_306704_Specifications_6-20-2024.pdf

Existing Conditions Junction Cave

Visual Simulation of Boardwalk into

Junction Cave

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 Summary of Work 01 26 01 Contract Modification Procedure……………………………………………………………………………………… 01 27 00 Definition of Contract Line Items 01 31 00 Project Management & Coordination 01 32 16 Construction Schedule 01 32 33 Photo Documentation 01 33 23 Submittal Procedures / Transmittal Form 01 35 13.22 Archeological Protection 01 35 23 Safety Requirements 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 01 40 00.2 Statement of Structural Test 01 42 00 Reference Standards 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls……………………………………………………………………………………… 01 57 19.12 Noise and Acoustics Management……………………………………………………………………………………..

01 57 23 Temporary Stormwater Pollution Prevention…………………………………………………………………….

01 67 00 Product Requirements 01 73 40 Execution 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management and Disposal 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 78 23 Operations and Maintenance Data

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY AND STONE

04 44 00 Stonework

DIVISION 05 – METAL

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 05 12 13 Architecturally Exposed Structural Steel Framing 05 73 16 Cable Railing

DIVISION 09 – SPECIAL COATING

09 97 13 Steel Coating

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 93 01 Signage…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

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31 03 00 Tree Protection 31 20 15 Site Clearing……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 31 23 16 Excavation………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 31 23 16.26 Rock Removal…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 31 23 23 Fill……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..

31 24 00 Finish Grading……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 11 23 Aggregate Base Courses 32 12 16 Asphalt Paving…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 32 13 13 Concrete Paving………………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 32 15 40 Crusher Fines Paving………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 32 17 23 Pavement Marking…………………………………………………………………………………………………………….

323236 Gabion Retaining Wall 32 88 00 Boulder Placement …………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 32 91 19 Topsoil

Appendix ‘A’ - Geotechnical Report

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April 2024 SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

Section includes the following:

1. Work Covered by Contract Documents

2. Work Phases

3. Work Under Other Contracts

4. Government-Furnished Materials

5. Contractor Use of Site

6. Public Use of Site

7. Occupancy Requirements for Buildings

8. Conduct of Operations

9. Work Restrictions

10. Special Construction Requirements

11. Soils Investigation Report

12. Additional Reports

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

Project Location: El Malpais National Monument, El Calderon Trailhead and Trail, Grants, New Mexico

The Work consists of:

1. The Work includes but is not limited to: constructing .75 mile improvements on existing

El Calderon Trail and construction of a new trail to the existing vault restroom from the parking lot to meet Architectural Barriers Accessibility Act Standards (ABAAS) and Outdoor Recreation Access Routes (ORAR); installation of a structural steel ABA boardwalk system into Junction Cave, installation of steel and cable guardrails adjacent designated cave openings, development and installation of a new amphitheater with gabion type benches set into a hillside; relocation of existing signage and fabrication and placement of new wayside frames, installation of ABA parking on a concrete slab with markings and signage, removal and replacement of wood posts and a 3” of new gravel improvements to the parking lot and section of an existing dirt road.

2. Additional work includes installation of gravel based with asphalt paving at the El Calderon Trailhead parking lot, striping, concrete curb, gutter pans.

Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.3 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED MATERIALS

In case of Government -furnished materials:

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1. Government will arrange and pay for delivery of Government-furnished items according to Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Contractor is responsible for initial inspection, receiving, unloading, and handling Government-furnished items at Project site.

3. Government will inspect delivered items for damage after delivery. Contractor shall be present for and assist in Government's inspection.

4. Government will arrange for replacement if Government-furnished items are damaged, defective, or missing.

5. Contractor is responsible for protecting Government-furnished items from damage during storage and handling, including damage from exposure to the elements.

6. If Government-furnished items are damaged as a result of Contractor's operations, Contractor shall repair or replace them.

7. Contractor shall install and otherwise incorporate Government-furnished items into Work.

Government-Furnished Materials:

1. Interpretive panels for contractor installation into wayside framing.

1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

General: Contractor shall have limited use of site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to areas of disturbance within the limits of work indicated on drawings. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limits: Confine constructions operations to the area of disturbance shown on the plans.

Storage of Materials in Staging Area: Confine storage of materials to within staging area as identified on plans.

1. All plant material to remain in place in staging area. Contractor to provide matting and/or Mirafi S1600 Geotextile fabric or approved equal to protect against compaction and/or rutting of soil within the entire staging area as drawn on the plans.

Parking: Confine parking to the El Calderon Trailhead parking area.

Stockpiling: To be limited to existing parking area.

Preservation of Natural Features:

1. The park has several species of venomous snakes in the area, all are species of rattlesnakes.

It is unlikely that anyone should encounter one during the construction project; however, disturbing the rattlesnake shall be avoided. If necessary, notify park staff to relocate snake to a different area for its safety and for those working in the area.

2. There are no threatened and endangered species known to inhabit the area.

3. Mountain lion and black bear are present in the park, it is unlikely to encounter them within the construction site. They shall be avoided if observed in the area as they are likely only passing through the area. Contractor to maintain a clean site and avoid leaving food out that may attract wildlife.

4. The rock areas with moss shall be avoided as much as possible. Some disturbance when necessary is acceptable.

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5. There are currently no indications of long-term roosting of bats in the construction area.

Occasionally, it has been observed that a small number of Tadarida Brasiliensis (Mexican free-tailed bats) have over-nighted in the area. If this occurs, an effort to avoid disturbing these bats is desirable; however, any disturbance will have only short-term impact as the bats will relocate to other caves in close proximity. In the unlikely event that extremely large ears are observed on the bats, park staff shall be contacted immediately to identify species and determine a mitigation strategy.

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

7. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones.

8. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval. Consult with

Contracting Officer (CO) and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction. Roots over 2” diameter shall be hand dug.

9. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

10. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near trees to prevent damage.

Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use for parking or storage of materials.

1. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

2. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

Construction Camp: Establishment of a camp within park will not be permitted.

Hauling Restrictions: Comply with legal load restrictions in hauling of materials. Load restrictions on park roads are identical to state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent. Information regarding rules and regulations for vehicular traffic on park roads may be obtained from the Office of the Park Superintendent. A special permit will not relieve Contractor of liability for damage which may result from moving of equipment.

Bridge Restrictions: Identify jurisdictions, load restrictions, permit requirements, time and calendar restrictions as outlined.

1.5 PUBLIC USE OF SITE

The El Calderon Trail and Trailhead parking from the trailhead to Xenolith Cave will be closed to the public during construction.

The contractor is to maintain spaces for 3 NPS vehicles, access to the 2 track road south, pedestrian access to the Continental Divide Trail as well as pedestrian access to the restroom throughout construction.

Contractor shall be responsible for keeping the construction areas signed and closed from public for the duration of the project.

Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. Lane closures will be permitted, when required, upon specific approval of Contracting Officer.

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1.6 CONDUCT OF OPERATIONS

Contractor shall conduct their operations in conformance with rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by Park Superintendent.

Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays or at night may not be performed unless stated in the Work Restrictions below or without prior consent from the Contracting Officer. Submit requests “2” business days in advance of the work to the Contracting Officer for approval.

No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS

On-Site Work Hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

1. Weekend Hours: Weekend work is prohibited without approval from the Contracting Officer.

2. Early Morning Hours: Early morning work is prohibited without approval from the Contracting Officer.

Site Equipment – Equipment weight and size restrictions shall apply due to sensitive resources and below grade cave features. Submit equipment size and weight information for approval by CO prior to equipment mobilization.

1. 70,000 lbs. weight restriction for equipment used and operated in staging area adjacent Junction Cave.

2. Width of equipment for construction of amphitheater and trail construction shall fit within width of the trail which varies based on location but typically 5’ maximum width.

3. Areas for equipment pullouts / turn arounds will be coordinated in field between Park staff and contractor to ensure avoidance of sensitive areas. Locations shall be clearly marked in the field for this use.

4. No off trail driving will be allowed.

Existing Utilities

1. Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

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

3. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair utility. An equitable adjustment will be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the contract.

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1.8 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor will be required to obtain a Hot Work Permit from NPS if any welding, cutting, of metal is performed on site.

B. If a fire danger warning is issued that includes the project site, the Contractor shall coordinate with the CO for any additional work restrictions that may be required.

1.9 SOILS INVESTIGATION REPORT

A soils investigation report entitled Geotechnical Report ADA Trail and Cave Experience El Calderon Trail, dated December 6, 2022 has been prepared by Yeh and Associates, Inc. A copy of the report is part of this design package.

In case of conflict between report and drawings or specifications, the drawings and specifications govern.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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April 2023 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 26 01 – CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section consists of administrative and procedural requirements for contract modifications.

1.2 DEFINITIONS AND ALLOWANCES

A. Home Office Overhead: Costs incurred in support of all of a contractor’s projects and not attributable to a specific job. The cost for home office overhead is only allowed as a percentage of all direct work excluding profit. The following items represent allowable home office overhead costs identified in Part 31 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR):

1. Rent

2. Utilities

3. Furnishings

4. Office equipment

5. Executive and management staff not exclusively assigned to the project

6. Support, accounting, and administrative staff

7. Preparation of cost proposals, estimating, and schedule analyses connected with

Modifications

8. Estimating and preconstruction services

9. Mortgage costs

10. Real estate and corporate taxes

11. Automobile maintenance and travel costs for home office personnel

12. Home office insurances i.e., structure, automotive, umbrella, flood, etc.

13. Depreciation of equipment and other assets

14. Home office supplies (paper, staples, etc.)

15. Legal services

16. Accounting and data processing

17. Professional fees/registration

B. General Conditions (Field Office Overhead): Management and administrative costs incurred on site for the designated project. Costs associated with preparation of modifications will not be allowed. Costs for these items are to be included only in the general conditions of the modification estimate. Only in the case of a contract time extension are additional general conditions included in modifications. The following items, if applicable, are considered allowable costs for calculating General Conditions:

1. Project Manager (PM), Assistant Project Manager

2. Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent

3. Quality Control, Safety Officer, Environmental Manager, etc.

4. Engineers

5. Travel, lodging, and per diem (as established by Federal Travel Regulations)

6. Scheduling

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7. Field Office Trailers and associated temporary utilities

8. Field office supplies

a. Mailing and couriers

b. Reproduction costs

c. Storage

d. Phones

e. Computers

f. Copiers

9. Personal vehicles i.e., Superintendent Pickup trucks

C. General Requirements: Costs directly associated with the project and are necessary to perform the actual work of the modification. These costs shall be shown as direct costs in the estimate.

The following items, if applicable, are considered allowable costs for calculating General Requirements:

1. Hoisting

2. Material handling

3. Temporary fencing

4. Port-a-lets

5. Trash removal, dumpsters

6. Barricades

7. Small tools

8. Safety supplies

9. Scaffolding

10. Daily cleaning

11. Traffic control

12. Temporary signage

13. Temporary heating and power

D. Personnel Costs: Costs included in the modification must only be for General Conditions staff and workers actually present and working on project site. Modification costs for salaried workers are only allowed within the structure of a 40-hour week and no overtime or holiday pay will be allowed.

1. Worker Hourly Rates are costs directly associated with the individual worker and consist of the following:

a. Base Rate: The hourly rate paid directly to the worker

b. Labor Burden: Employer payments of all applicable burdens; includes insurance and taxes the business must pay on behalf of the worker to government entities and educational forums, such as:

1) Social Security

2) Medicare

3) Workers Compensation – Policy and company calculation to be made available.

4) Federal Unemployment Tax Act (FUTA) - Cap Rate and percentage to be proportionally allocated over one year.

5) State Unemployment Tax Act (SUTA) - Cap Rate and percentage to be proportionally allocated over one year.

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6) Union agreement costs - Other costs required under an enforceable collective bargaining agreement.

c. Fringe Benefits: Various non-wage compensations provided to employees such as:

1) Health Care Insurance Premiums

2) Cell Phone

3) Clothing

4) 401K and Pensions

5) Vehicle allowances

6) Gas allowance

7) Life insurance premiums

8) Disability insurance

9) Other Fringe Benefits required under an enforceable collective bargaining agreement

E. Bonuses or Deferred Compensation: No Bonus or Deferred Compensation will be allowed within any components of pricing including Home Office Overhead, General Conditions, General Requirements, Hourly Worker Rates, or the direct costs of work.

F. General Liability Insurance: An insurance policy that protects Contractor from claims resulting from bodily injury or property damage to a third party. Include as a separate line item within all modification proposals and provide a current insurance quote upon request.

G. Performance and Payment Bonds: A performance bond is a surety bond issued by an insurance company or bank to guarantee satisfactory completion of a project. The Payment Bond guarantees the Contractor will pay the labor and material costs incurred. Banks and Insurance companies charge a premium for individual project based on a sliding scale related to the size of the project.

Include as a separate line item in modification proposals and provide current company bonding rates upon request.

H. Builder’s Risk Insurance: Covers the contractor’s loss due to fire, high winds, or other natural forces. Not reimbursed by the National Park Service (NPS) and shall not be included in modification proposals.

1.3 MODIFICATION PROPOSAL PRICING REQUIREMENTS

A. General:

1. Proposal shall be received in the format and within the time frame specified in the Request for Proposal (RFP) letter. Costs or delays resulting from failure of contractor to submit within the time frame specified will not be compensable.

2. Proposal shall be detailed with itemized lists of equipment, materials, labor, production rates, overhead, profit, and bond markup for each item. Labor costs must be itemized by craft and hourly rate, including Fringe Benefits and Labor Burden. If the costs of Fringe Benefits and Labor Burden are not itemized, it is assumed they are included in the hourly rate shown, or contractor is not requesting reimbursement. Contractor may utilize the government provided Contractor Estimate Form, or their own form, provided that it contains the same information and level of detail as the Government’s form.

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3. Requests for extensions of contract time as a result of change must be justified with a Time Impact Analysis (TIA). Refer to Section 01 32 16 "Construction Schedule", for time impact analysis requirements. TIA and associated costs shall be received with the proposal by the date shown within the Request for Proposal letter. Contractor’s failure to submit within the specified time frame will be construed as the Contractor waiving right for additional time and no time extension will be allowed.

4. All supporting documentation used to justify the proposed modification will be made available to the Contracting Officer (CO) upon request.

5. Contractor shall review and approve all subcontractor/supplier pricing in detail for proper format, scope, production rates, and pricing prior to submission to NPS. All delay costs associated with not reviewing and approving subcontractor/supplier pricing will be borne by the Contractor.

6. All pricing and production rates within the estimate must be based on fair and reasonable pricing and cannot include built-in contingency.

B. Labor:

1. Contractor shall estimate cost of labor by itemizing each craft involved, indicating worker hourly rate (base rate + labor burden + fringe benefits) for each and itemizing hours required for each craft directly engaged in modification work. Any work proposed requiring overtime work or premium pay shall be itemized separately. Rates shall be in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act as incorporated herein. Labor Burden may include payroll taxes, Social Security, unemployment insurances, workers compensation insurance, Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA), FUTA, and other direct costs resulting from Federal, State or local laws.

2. Itemize labor costs for equipment operators separate from equipment costs.

3. Labor cost for foremen shall only be costs for related work required for the modification.

C. Materials:

1. Estimated cost for materials shall include quotes from multiple sources. Material prices shall include applicable fees and credits, including but not limited to, sales tax, freight and delivery charges, and tax rebates.

2. No markup shall be applied to any material provided by NPS.

D. Equipment:

1. Equipment used for the project must be appropriately sized for work being performed.

2. Do not include costs for "miscellaneous tools and equipment", in your proposal for a replacement value of $500 or less. Costs shown in excess of $500 shall be broken out separately.

3. Regardless of ownership, rates to be used in determining equipment rental costs shall be the lowest cost from one of the following sources:

a. United States (U.S.) Army Corps of Engineers, Ownership and Operating Expense Schedule (use latest edition and applicable region)

b. Construction Blue Book

c. Local equipment rental rates, documented by actual invoice charges, or itemized vendor quotes.

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4. Estimated equipment rates shall include operating costs of all fuel, oil, lubrication, supplies, small tools, necessary attachments, ground engaging components, tires and tracks, routine repairs and maintenance (cost of major repair and overhaul for rental equipment is not allowed per Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 31.105(d)(2)), depreciation, storage, insurance, and all incidentals. Mobilization, if applicable, may be included for equipment solely used on the modification work but must be listed separately.

5. Estimate full rate for equipment only for duration that equipment will be utilized to accomplish work of the modification.

6. Standby unit rates used in accordance with paragraph 1.3, D, 2, above. If the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers is utilized, then their standby rates prevail. If Bluebook or local equipment pricing is accepted, then 1/2 of equipment costs minus any operating costs, major repair and overhaul will be accepted.

7. If equipment is in standby mode due solely to a documented NPS delay, established standby rate shall apply from the first day of the delay.

8. Equipment not used and on job site for up to five consecutive days may be classified at standby rates, provided the equipment is or has been used solely to perform work on the modification and will be necessary to complete additional modification work.

Equipment still on the jobsite but not in use after five consecutive days will not be considered in the modification pricing.

9. Requests for compensation for equipment stand by time must be justified, documented and itemized separately.

10. The estimated timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly) for use of the equipment must reflect the lowest cost to the Government.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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June 2024 DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

SECTION 01 27 00 – DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section explains in general, what is and is not included in a contract line item, and limits or cut-off points where one item ends, and another begins.

B. If no contract line item exists for a portion of work, include costs in a related item.

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3.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Contract Line Item Number 001 Base Bid: Fabrication and Installation of an Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS) Boardwalk into Junction Cave.

1. This item consists of all work to fabricate, construct and install a steel framed boardwalk, with cable guardrails, handrails, steps, decking, landings and platform into Junction Cave.

The Boardwalk starts at the Groundstone Ramp and Handrail (detail A/L2.2) on the approach to Junction Cave and ends inside of Junction Cave. This item includes 1 wayside frame on the boardwalk (panel by NPS). Steel fabrication includes galvanizing, Natina finish, and installation. All improvements shall meet ABAAS. Work shall include site preparation and provisions for public safety to restrict public access to the work site;

erosion control; protection of existing conditions and adjacent vegetation; per contract documents.

2. Measurement for payment will be lump sum basis on a single item of work.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

B. Contract Line Item Number 002 Base Bid: Improvements to El Calderon Trail with Pedestrian Bridge and Parking Lot for Accessibility.

1. This item consists of all work to construct and complete trail improvements on existing El

Calderon Trail from the parking lot trailhead to Junction Cave Bridge ramp. This includes a new steel framed pedestrian bridge, improvements to the existing trail, and 2 new wayside frames (panel by NPS), and construction of 2 new trails. One trail to the existing vault restroom and second to the Junction Cave boardwalk spur trail (off the main trail) connecting to the Groundstone Ramp and Handrail Detail (A/L2.2). Additional improvements to the parking area include a concrete slab, signage and striping for ABAAS including site preparation. Removal and installation of approximately 17 wood posts at the edge of the parking area for new restroom trail layout and relocation of existing trash containers and trailhead signage. Steel fabrication includes galvanizing, Natina finish, and installation. All improvements shall meet ABAAS. Work shall include site preparation and provisions for public safety to restrict public access to the work site; erosion control;

protection of existing conditions and adjacent vegetation; per contract documents.

2. Measurement for payment will be lump sum basis on a single item of work.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

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C. Contract Line Item Number 003 Base Bid: Construction of Amphitheater and Installation of Steel Guardrails and Waysides.

1. This item consists of all work to construct and complete the amphitheater at the end of the project site adjacent Bat Cave on existing El Calderon Trail to meet ABAAS. Amphitheater includes grading, drainage and installation of seat walls set into hillside, with native stone filled welded wire gabions with stone caps, compacted stabilized trail surface between seat wall aisle and approximately 5’ in front of the first row of seat walls measured out from center of amphitheater, stone steps and boulder cheek walls. Additional work includes fabrication and installation of 3 wayside frames (panels by NPS) and 3 cable guardrails adjacent designated cave openings. One wayside and guardrail are near amphitheater and two are along the trail route as shown in plans. Steel fabrication includes galvanizing, Natina finish, and installation. Work shall include site preparation and provisions for public safety to restrict public access to the work site; erosion control; protection of existing conditions and adjacent vegetation; per contract documents.

2. Measurement for payment will be lump sum basis on a single item of work.

D. Contract Line Item Number 004 Bid Option: Improvements to El Calderon Trail

1. This item consists of all work to construct and complete the remainder of the .75 mile trail improvements on existing El Calderon Trail (beyond Junction Cave spur trail) and in front the amphitheater seating area to the end of the project site to meet ABAAS and Outdoor Recreation Access Routes (ORAR) standards. Trail surface of revitalized stabilized crushed fines using existing and imported material with stone border and low stone walls as shown on plans. Work includes site preparation and provisions for public safety to restrict public access to the work site; erosion control; protection of existing conditions and adjacent vegetation; per contract documents.

2. Measurement for payment will be lump sum basis on a single item of work.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

E. Contract Line Item Number 005 Bid Option: Gravel Road and Parking Lot Improvements to El Calderon Trailhead Parking Lot.

1. This item consists of all work to regrade and provide gravel improvements to the road and parking area, including adjustment of layout, complete removal and replacement of remaining wood posts (not including those in CLIN 2) surrounding the parking area, gravel improvements to a portion of the existing dirt road adjacent the parking lot. Work includes site preparation for and provisions for public safety to restrict public access to the work site; erosion control; protection of existing conditions and adjacent vegetation; per contract documents.

2. Measurement for payment will be lump sum basis on a single item of work.

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F. Contract Line Item Number 006: Bid Option: Asphalt Pavement for El Calderon Trailhead Parking Lot

1. This item consists of all work to construct and install additional gravel and new asphalt pavement at the El Calderon Trailhead parking lot including installation of gravel, asphalt pavement and concrete ribbon curb and valley gutter; pavement striping; site preparation and provisions for public safety to restrict public access to the work site; erosion control;

protection of existing conditions and adjacent vegetation; per contract documents. Scope is in addition to CLIN 5 therefore total shall reflect the cost difference.

2. Measurement for payment: will be lump sum basis on a single item of work.

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April 2023 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

SECTION 01 31 00 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Definitions

2. Construction Coordination

3. Submittals

4. Coordination Drawings

5. Requests for Information (RFIs)

6. NPS Project Website

7. Project Meetings

8. Environmental Coordination

9. Permits

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 32 16 "Construction Schedule" for preparing and submitting Contractor’s construction schedule.

2. Section 01 73 40 "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

3. Section 01 77 00 "Closeout Procedures" for coordinating closeout of the Contract.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Agency with Jurisdiction B. Construction Permits – Contractor Provided C. Government Furnished Permits

1.3 CONSTRUCTION COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections, which depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Properly plan construction operations to include permit requirements. Allow enough time to execute permit provisions to maintain work schedule, site visits, inspections, and reporting deadlines.

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B. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities and activities of other contractors to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to:

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule

2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls

4. Delivery and processing of submittals

5. Progress meetings

6. Permit requirements

7. Pre-installation conferences

8. Project closeout activities

9. Commissioning activities

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Division 1 documents: The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to Preconstruction Conference. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for Pre- Construction Conference.

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent

2. Construction Schedule

3. A Comprehensive Schedule of Values

4. Accident Prevention Plan

5. A List of Subcontractors for this project

6. SF1413 for Contactor and all Subcontractors Written statements from Subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses.

7. Certificates of Insurance for Contactor and all Subcontractors

8. Waste Management Plan

9. Quality Control Plan

10. Pedestrian/Vehicular Traffic Control Plan

11. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP or UPPP)

List of Required Construction Permits. Include the following information for each permit:

a. Name of Permit

b. Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction issuing the permit

c. Information required from Government to complete permit application

B. Provide items listed to Contracting Officer before Pre-Construction Conference. If all documents have not been received one week prior to scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, conference may be cancelled, Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued.

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1.5 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI with content of Paragraph 1.5.B below.

1. Contracting Officer will not respond to RFIs submitted by other entities controlled by Contractor.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner to avoid delays in the work.

B. Content of RFI: Include detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

1. RFI number, numbered sequentially

2. Date

3. RFI subject

4. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

5. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

6. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

7. Contractor's suggested resolution: If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts Contract

Time or Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in RFI.

8. Contractor's signature

9. Requested date for response

10. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop

Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. Contracting Officer’s Action: Contracting Officer will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Contracting Officer will determine critical nature of each RFI and issue response accordingly.

1. The following are not considered to be RFIs and will receive no action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for approval of Contractor's means and methods.

d. Requests for coordination information already indicated in Contract Documents.

e. Requests for adjustments in Contract Time or Contract Sum.

f. Requests for interpretation of Architect/Engineer's actions on submittals.

g. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

2. Contracting Officer's action may include a request for additional information; time for response will date from time of receipt of additional information.

3. Contracting Officer's action on RFIs may result in need for a change to Contract Time or Contract Sum. All contract changes will be processed following terms and conditions of contract.

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1.6 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Preconstruction Conference: Before start of construction, Contracting Officer will arrange an on-site meeting with Contractor. Meeting agenda will include the following as a minimum:

1. Roles & Responsibilities / Lines of Authority

2. Park rules and regulations

3. Jobsite Safety

4. Resolution of comments on required Division 1 documents

5. Coordination of Subcontractors

6. Labor law application

7. Modifications

8. Payments to Contractor

9. Payroll reports

10. Contract time

11. Liquidated damages

12. Contractor Performance Evaluation

13. Display of Hotline posters

14. Notice to proceed

15. Correspondence procedures

16. Acceptance/rejection of work

17. Progress meetings

18. Submittal procedures

19. NPS Final Accessibility Inspection

20. Environmental requirements

21. Permit requirements

22. As-constructed drawings/operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals.

23. Saturday, Sunday, holiday and night work.

24. Reference materials

25. Value engineering

26. Schedule of Values

B. Progress Meetings: Contracting Officer will schedule weekly meetings with Contractor, as required.

1. Attendees: In addition to Government Representatives, the Contractor and any , Subcontractor, supplier, and other entity deemed necessary for attendance shall be represented. Participants at meeting shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Meeting agenda will include:

a. Approval of minutes of previous meetings

b. Submittal status

c. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.

d. Requests for information (RFI) and other issues.

e. Modifications

f. Work in progress and projected; review 3-week look ahead schedule.

1) Status of required inspections (Special Inspections, Accessibility, etc.)

g. Inspections of work in progress and projected (Special inspections, Accessibility, etc.)

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h. Construction Schedule update (provide updated Critical Path Method (CPM)).

i. Status of Project Record Drawings and O&M manuals.

j. Other business relating to work.

k. Permit requirements

3. Facilitator: A designated meeting facilitator is to prepare and distribute the agendas in advance of the meetings, facilitate and take notes during the meetings, prepare and distribute the minutes for review subsequent to the meetings, finalize meeting minutes and ensure the 3week look ahead schedule and other attachments as necessary are distributed in advance of the meetings.

C. Preinstallation Conferences: Conduct at Project site before each construction activity that requires coordination with other construction.

1. Attendees: Contractor, Installer and representatives of manufacturers and fabricators involved. Advise Contracting Officer of scheduled meeting dates.

2. Agenda: Review progress of other construction activities and preparations for particular activity under consideration, including requirements for:

a. Contract Documents

b. Options

c. Related RFIs

d. Related Change Orders

e. Purchases

f. Deliveries

g. Submittals

h. Possible conflicts

i. Compatibility requirements

j. Time schedules

k. Weather limitations

l. Manufacturer's written instructions

m. Warranty requirements

n. Compatibility of materials

o. Acceptability of substrates

p. Temporary facilities and controls

q. Space and access limitations

r. Regulations of agency(ies) with jurisdiction

s. Testing and inspecting requirements

t. Installation procedures

u. Coordination with other work

v. Required performance results

w. Protection of adjacent work

x. Protection of construction and personnel

3. Record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements, including required corrective measures and actions.

4. Reporting: Distribute minutes of meeting to each party present and to other parties requiring information.

5. Do not proceed with installation if conference cannot be successfully concluded. Initiate whatever actions are necessary to resolve impediments to performance of Work and reconvene conference at earliest feasible date.

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1.7 PERMITS

A. General:

1. Permits and Responsibilities: Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with Federal, State and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. Contractor shall also be responsible for damages to persons or property that occur as a result of Contractor’s fault or negligence; and for materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the work.

2. For the purpose of this contract, Contractor will not be considered an agent of the Government. Contractor shall comply with appropriate Federal, State and local laws.

3. If no construction permits required, delete paragraphs and subparagraphs below. Determine permit requirements for project and list type and Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction.

B. Potential Permits: Permits listed below were identified during the design process as likely to be required based on typical means and methods of construction. The list is provided to assist Contractor in determining which permits will be required for contract’s chosen means and methods. The list shall not be considered complete; it is the Contractors’ responsibility to determine means and methods and obtain required permits. Contractor shall obtain all permits required to legally conduct work.

1. Hot work permit – Issued by National Park Service

C. Coordination with Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction Issuing Permits

1. Coordination: Contact the Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction as needed and sufficiently in advance to avoid delaying work: Coordinate meetings, reporting requirements, inspections, and other requirements.

D. Administrative Procedures:

1. Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative provisions of project permits with Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction, Construction Manager, and Park to avoid conflicts.

2. Supply needed information to Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction issuing permits, pay fees required and provide material needed to comply with permit’s conditions and provisions.

3. Submit permits to the Contracting Officer when obtained.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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April 2023 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

SECTION 01 32 16 – CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section consists of Construction Schedule requirements including:

1. Schedule of Values

2. Construction Schedule Requirements.

3. Construction Schedule Updates.

4. Time Impact Analysis.

B. Purpose: The Construction Schedule ensures adequate planning, coordination, scheduling, and reporting during execution of the work by the Contractor. It shall assist the Contractor and Contracting Officer (CO) in monitoring the progress of the work, evaluating proposed changes, and processing Contractor's monthly progress payments. It shall include the dates in the contract, phases, milestones, occupancies, holidays, weather consideration, a critical path, and the requirements of this section.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Activity: A discrete part of a project identified for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and controlling the construction project. Activities included in a construction schedule consume time and resources.

1. Critical activities are activities on the critical path. They start and finish on the planned early start and finish times.

2. Predecessor Activity: An activity that precedes another activity in the network.

3. Successor Activity: An activity that follows another activity in the network.

B. Cost Loading: Allocation of the Schedule of Values for completion of an activity as scheduled.

The sum of costs for all activities must equal the total Contract Sum, unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. Critical Path Method (CPM): Method of planning and scheduling a construction project where activities are arranged based on activity relationships. Network calculations determine when activities can be performed and the critical path of Project.

D. Critical Path: Longest connected chain of interdependent activities through the network schedule that establishes minimum overall Project duration and contains no float.

E. Float: Measure of leeway in starting and completing an activity.

1. Float: Not for the exclusive use or benefit of the Government or Contractor but is jointly owned.

2. Free Float: Amount of time an activity can be delayed without adversely affecting the early start of the successor activity.

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3. Total Float: Measure of leeway in starting or completing an activity without adversely affecting planned Project completion date.

F. Resource Loading: Allocation of manpower and equipment necessary for completion of an activity as scheduled.

G. Fragment: A partial or fragmentary network that breaks down activities into smaller activities for greater detail.

1.3 RELATED SECTIONS

1. Section 01 35 13.22 Archeological Protection

1.4 SUBMITTALS

H. Electronic Copies: Schedules and reports submitted shall be in native electronic file formats and/or in PDF format. The intent of the Government is to limit the number of printed reports to those determined by the project team as essential.

I. Schedule of Values: After contract award and before Pre-Construction conference, submit schedule of dollar values based on Contract Price Schedule.

J. Construction Baseline Schedule: After contract award and before Pre-Construction conference, submit the baseline schedule in electronic format (native file and PDF) formatted to show the entire schedule for the entire construction period. Utilize Schedule of Values in preparation of Construction Baseline Schedule.

K. Critical Path Method (CPM) Reports: Concurrent with CPM schedule, submit in electronic format (PDF) the following computer-generated reports. For each activity, include activity number, activity description, cost and resource loading, original duration, remaining duration, early start date, early finish date, late start date, late finish date, and total float in calendar days.

1. Activity Report: List of activities sorted by activity number and then early start date, or actual start date if known.

2. Logic Report: List of predecessor and successor tasks for activities sorted in ascending order by activity number and then early start date, or actual start date if known.

3. Total Float Report: List of activities sorted in ascending order of total float.

L. Construction Schedule Updates: Provide as requested by the Contracting Officer.

M. Construction Schedule Revisions and Time Impact Analysis: Provide as requested by the Contracting Officer. Incorporate a Fragmentary Network (Fragment) into currently accepted Construction Schedule that demonstrates how Contractor proposes to incorporate a modification, change, delay, or Contractor request.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

N. Contractor shall meet with Contracting Officer on day of the preconstruction conference to go over:

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1. Discuss constraints, including phasing, work stages, interim milestones and partial Government occupancy/substantial completions.

2. Review delivery dates for Government-furnished products.

3. Review schedule for work of separate Government contracts.

4. Review time required for review of submittals and re-submittals.

5. Review requirements for tests and inspections by independent testing and inspecting agencies.

6. Review time required for completion and startup procedures.

7. Review time required for obtaining and activating permits.

8. Review and finalize list of construction activities to establish the baseline schedule.

9. Discuss reporting requirements and protocol for naming and transmitting electronic submittals.

O. Contractor's Schedule Representative: Before the preconstruction conference, designate an authorized representative to be responsible for preparing and maintaining the Construction Schedule. Submit resume outlining qualifications of Scheduler to Contracting Officer for acceptance. Authorized representative will be responsible for preparing the Baseline Schedule, required updates, revisions, Time Impact Analyses, and reports.

1.6 COORDINATION

P. Coordinate preparation and processing of schedules and reports with performance of construction activities and with scheduling and reporting of separate Contractors.

Q. Coordinate Construction Baseline Schedule with Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, Submittals Schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

1. In developing Construction Baseline Schedule, ensure Subcontractor’s work at all tiers, and prime Contractor’s work, is included and coordinated.

2. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of work from parties involved.

3. Coordinate each construction activity in network with other activities and schedule in proper…