B08_-_Atch_1_-_Pearce_Ferry_Takeout_Ramp_Specs.pdf

LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA

ARIZONA - LAKE

SOLICITATION # TBD

NEW LAUNCH RAMP

PMIS NO. 238897

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

FINAL

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

August 2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 Summary of Work 01 11 40 Work Restrictions 01 27 00 Definition of Contract Line Items 01 31 00 Project Management & Coordination 01 32 16 Construction Schedule 01 33 23 Submittal Procedures 01 35 23 Safety Requirements 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 01 42 00 References 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities & Controls 01 57 23 Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention 01 67 00 Product Requirements 01 73 40 Execution 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management & Disposal Appendix A – Project Waste Management Plan Worksheet Appendix B – Standard Solid Waste Conversions 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 81 13 Sustainable Design Requirements

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 33 00 Cast-In-Place Concrete 03 41 00 Plant Precast Structural Concrete

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 10 00 Site Clearing 31 23 16.13 Trenching 31 23 16 Excavation 31 23 23 Fill 31 37 16.13 Rubble-Stone Riprap

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 11 23 Aggregate Base Courses 32 12 16 Asphalt Paving

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

33 42 00 Stormwater Culverts

DIVISION 01

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by Contract Documents.

2. Codes, Standards and Director’s Orders.

3. Government Furnished Items.

4. Public Use of Site.

5. Contractor Use of Site.

6. Work Restrictions.

7. Special Construction Requirements.

8. Construction Materials.

9. Permits.

10. Verification of Earth Moving Quantities

11. Excess Excavation Placement Location

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The project is located at Pearce Ferry (PF) within Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Arizona.

B. The work of this contract consists of generally reconstructing the existing boat launch ramp (PMIS# 238897). The work to construct this facility includes excavation, grading, placement of aggregate base, construction of cast-in-place concrete, and placement of riprap. The Contractor will be responsible for removing and reusing existing precast panels and pipe mat at the launch ramp.

C. The contractor shall field verify all existing conditions affecting the work in this contract before providing pricing or ordering materials. The scheduling of field verification site visit(s) shall be coordinated with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

D. Period of Performance: 85 calendar days from Notice to Proceed.

1.3 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED ITEMS

A. The Government may furnish products and materials for incorporation into the work.

1. The government will arrange and pay for delivery of government furnished items to the project site based on the contractor’s approved construction schedule.

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2. After delivery, the government will inspect delivered items for damage. If items are damaged, defective, or missing, the government will arrange for replacement.

3. The contractor is responsible for receiving, unloading, and handling government furnished items at project site for use in the work.

4. The contractor is responsible for protecting government furnished items during storage, handling, and the work, including damage from exposure to the elements.

5. If government furnished items are damaged as a result of the contractor’s operations, the contractor shall repair or replace the items in-kind.

B. Government-Furnished Items: The government will furnish the following products or materials for use on this contract:

5 Ton Capacity Lifting Beam – The government will furnish, for Contractor’s use, a 5 Ton Capacity Lifting Beam for moving precast concrete panels.

1.4 PUBLIC USE OF THE SITE

A. General: Contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

B. Commercial rafting season runs from May 1 to October 1 of each year.

The intent is to construct this project outside of the commercial rafting season so that the launch ramp can be fully closed during construction.

1.5 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Limit use of the site during the construction period to the project area limits and traffic control plans as outlined on the construction drawings. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the project area limits.

B. Park Entry: Vehicles associated with the contractor shall be waived entrance fee upon entering in a marked company vehicle or by providing the names of employees entering in personal vehicles. The entrance fee is waived only for the purpose of reporting directly to a specific work location. Any deviation for recreational purposes is subject to payment of required entrance fees.

C. Site Access: The contractor shall access the project site via established roads and access routes. Do not drive vehicles off road or access non-project areas without permission from the Contracting Officer, COR or Park Superintendent.

D. Park Regulations: Ensure all personnel (contractors, subcontractors, and vendors) entering or working in the park are

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familiar with and obey all park regulations. Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity.

E. Working Hours: Regular work hours shall be from Dawn to Dusk, Monday through Friday, excluding government holidays. Work outside regular hours requires approval from the Contracting Officer or COR.

1. January 1, New Year's Day

i. January 1 on Saturday, New Year's Day observed on Friday

ii. January 1 on Sunday, New Year's Day observed on Monday

2. 3rd Monday in January, Martin Luther King, Jr Birthday

3. 3rd Monday in February, Washington's Birthday (Presidents' Day)

4. 4th Monday in May, Memorial Day

5. June 19, Juneteenth

i. June 19 on Saturday, Juneteenth observed on Friday

ii. June 19 on Sunday, Juneteenth observed on Monday

6. July 4, Independence Day

i. July 4 on Saturday, Independence Day observed on Friday

ii. July 4 on Sunday, Independence Day observed on Monday

7. 1st Monday in September, Labor Day

8. 2nd Monday in October, Columbus Day

9. November 11, Veterans Day

i. November 11 on Saturday, Veterans Day observed on Friday

ii. November 11 on Sunday, Veterans Day observed on Monday

10. 4th Thursday in November, Thanksgiving Day

11. December 25, Christmas Day

i. December 25 on Saturday, Christmas observed on Friday

ii. December 25 on Sunday, Christmas observed on Monday

F. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within

25 feet of any buildings in the park. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction, and buildings under renovation. Discarding of tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

G. Staging and Storage: Confine storage of equipment and materials to the staging / lay-down / storage areas identified in the construction drawings or as established at the preconstruction meeting. All staging areas and vehicle maintenance areas shall be at least 100 feet from the water’s edge.

H. Parking: The contractor shall park vehicles and heavy equipment in designated areas for contractor use or as established at the preconstruction meeting. Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along roads or in associated overlooks / pull-outs.

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I. Driveways and Entrances: The contractor shall keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the government, government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

J. Preservation of Natural Features: Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restored damaged areas and replace damaged trees, vegetation, and grass at no expense to the government.

K. Refer also to Section 01 11 40 Work Restrictions and Section 01 50

00 Temporary Facilities & Controls.

1.6 Special Construction Requirements.

A. Clean and wash all construction equipment of any debris prior to entering the park property.

i. Equipment washing is required to preclude entry of the seeds of non-native plants and weed species.

ii. Therefore, all equipment that will be used off surfaced roadways shall be thoroughly pressure washed and cleaned outside of the Park before entering the Park.

iii. Equipment leaving the park for any reason must be re-washed before re-entering the Park.

B. The Contractor shall clean all equipment that will be used off surfaced roadways, or approved roads, prior to the equipment entering Lake Mead National Recreation Area.

i. Cleaning shall be accomplished by pressure washing using water only.

ii. All equipment surfaces shall be cleaned, with special emphasis given to the undercarriage.

iii. This includes, but is not limited to: wheel wells, bumpers, radiator grills, springs, shock absorbers, wire harnesses, skid plates, oil plans, axles, frame ledges, buckets, tracks, etc.

iv. Cleaning shall also include all dirt and debris inside the cab, or operator area.

v. A Shop-Vac or commercial car wash vacuum system may be used for operator compartments, provided the method used effectively removes all visible debris.

vi. Cleaning shall be performed in a manner that will reasonably remove all visible soil, plant and other foreign material larger than ¼ IN DIA.

vii. All equipment that requires washing is subject to inspection by the government personnel, or Contractor/Partners assigned to this duty, to ensure compliance.

C. Equipment that requires washing is defined as track or rubber-tired machinery intended for use primarily off-road.

i. Examples include backhoes, loaders, earthmovers, graders, rollers, bulldozers, water trucks, etc.; or four-wheel drive

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or passenger vehicles that show evidence of being driven in off-road areas.

ii. Equipment may also be stationary, such as a material screening plant, or a mobile office (mobile offices may be cleaned in the same manner as operator compartments as outlined above).

iii. The equipment is generally under the direct control of the Contractor or subcontractors, is likely to remain on the construction site for an extended period of time and may contain adhered soil and seed from other projects sites.

D. Equipment/Vehicles that do not require washing are defined as those normally used for highway driving only and travel primarily on paved surfaces and well-maintained service roads and parking areas (this includes approved staging areas).

i. Examples include semi-tractor trailers, dump trucks, concrete trucks, pickup trucks, fuel trucks, service trucks, etc.

ii. These delivery and passenger vehicles are generally not under the direct control of the Contractor, have no earth-moving function, and do not remain on the project site.

iii. These vehicles have a low probability of carrying adhered soil and seed from other Projects.

E. Equipment inspections:

i. All equipment that will be used off surfaced roadways may be inspected by government, or other authorized personnel prior to entering the Park. Inspections shall be conducted outside of the NPS Park boundary.

ii. Equipment determined to be free of soil or mud based on visual examination by government personnel will be cleared to enter the Park.

iii. The Contractor shall notify the NPS inspection office no less than 5 business days prior to the time the Contractor wishes to move equipment into the Park that will be used off surfaced roadways.

iv. Equipment not passing initial inspection must be rewashed outside the park at no additional expense to the government.

v. All equipment that will be entering the water shall be inspected daily and documented. The inspection should check for leaks, and other contaminants that may occur from damage to the vehicle.

1.7 Soils Investigation Report.

A. No soils investigation report was completed for this project.

1.8 Milestones / Limitations on Work.

A. The commercial season for raft guides is predominately from May 1 to October 1 each year. Private raft trips occur year-round.

Hualapai raft trips may occur at any time. The Contractor shall schedule construction during the period from mid-October to mid- April to minimize disruption to the commercial raft guides.

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1.9 Construction Materials.

The work includes the excavation of in-situ material to construct the boat launch ramp. All excavated material including debris, vegetation and other deleterious surface material shall be removed and disposed of outside the Park.

Other construction materials shall be as described below:

A. Aggregate base required for the construction of the project shall be obtained from offsite commercial sources outside the Park.

B. Riprap required for the construction of the project shall be obtained from offsite commercial sources outside the Park.

C. Concrete required for the construction of the project shall be obtained from offsite commercial sources outside the Park.

D. Asphalt required for the construction of the project shall be obtained from offsite commercial sources outside the Park.

E. Organic material included in clearing and grubbing shall be disposed of outside the Park. Disposal shall be in accordance with local regulations.

F. Excess soil excavated from the site may be disposed of onsite with coordination and approval of the Contracting Officer or COR.

G. Existing Pipe Mats to be removed and salvaged to Park. Contractor shall remove existing Pipe Mats and transport existing Pipe Mats to a location determined by Contracting Officer or COR.

1.10 Permits.

The Contractor shall prepare and implement a Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan in accordance with Section 01 57 23. The Contractor shall be responsible for drafting, applying for, and obtaining a construction stormwater permit for any area of disturbance greater than 1-acre. The permit application will include, as a minimum, the erosion control measures included in the drawings and in Section 01 57 23 and such Best Management Practices appropriate to the proposed construction activities. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) in obtaining the permit, if required, as well as in constructing, maintaining and closing out the project subject to the permit.

Per the ADEQ, the Contractor is not required to replace equipment hydraulic fluid with biodegradable fluid when working within waterways. If the contractor chooses to replace the hydraulic fluid, it shall be at no additional cost to the owner.

1.11 Verification of Quantities

The Contractor shall be responsible for verifying the quantities of excavation, fill, aggregate base, concrete, asphalt and riprap required for the project.

AutoCAD files are available upon request and will be provided to the Contractor for information only. Fill quantities shall allow for potential shrink.

1.12 EXCESS EXCAVATION PLACEMENT LOCATION

All excess excavation shall be hauled and placed at the “upper gravel parking” lot as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR. The waste site is located ~ 750’ from the project at the “upper gravel parking lot”. The material shall

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be dumped and stockpiled in a linear fashion, creating a berm as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR. The following map shows the location of the placement for the excess excavation:

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WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 01 11 40

1.1 PARK REGULATIONS

A. General: The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Ensure personnel (contractors or subcontractors) working in the park become familiar with and obey all park regulations, wear hard hats in designated areas, and do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry.

2. Ensure equipment is conspicuously marked for identification.

3. The Contractor shall restrict employees / representatives to the work site and control travel directly to and from the work site.

4. Restore all traffic / parking / security signs and markings, including space numbers, designations, and lines, to their original form if such signs / markings are defaced or deleted during construction / repair.

5. Control and provide security of Contractor-owned equipment and materials at the work site. Report immediately missing / lost / stolen property to the park dispatch / law enforcement rangers at 702-293-8998 (non-emergencies).

6. Vehicles associated with the Contractor shall be waived the entrance fee upon entering in a marked company vehicle or by providing the names of employees entering in personal vehicle(s). Please note that the entrance fee is waived only for the purpose of reporting directly to a specific work location. Any deviation for recreational purposes is subject to payment of required entrance fees.

7. Vehicles / Heavy Equipment:

a. Rules of the Road: All vehicles and heavy equipment will comply with posted traffic regulations, including speed limits and double-yellow center lane markings. Vehicles and heavy equipment shall take every safe opportunity to use paved roadside pullouts to allow faster moving traffic to pass. Failure to comply with traffic regulations will result in a citation being issued to the driver.

b. Vehicle Parking: Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along park roads or in associated overlooks / pullouts. Vehicles and heavy equipment will be permitted at designated parking areas only.

c. Vehicle Exhaust: All vehicles will be properly maintained to ensure that the exhaust produced is within legal limits. Effects

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of excessive vehicle exhaust may be subject to enforcement of State and Federal laws regarding emissions as well as those regarding threatened and endangered species.

d. Spills: Contractor shall be responsible for any cleanup efforts required in accordance with 40 CFR and all applicable state environmental quality laws regarding disposal and cleanup of hazardous / industrial wastes. Contractor must supply and have readily available onsite a spill kit, including oil-absorbent booms. Contractor must immediately notify the Contracting Officer or COR of spills.

e. Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections: The Contractor, employees, contractors, and subcontractors shall fully cooperate regarding safety inspections of commercial vehicles within the Park. Commercial vehicle safety inspections are conducted unannounced for employee and visitor safety. Vehicles are checked for safety and mechanical deficiencies and for compliance with current state and federal laws and regulations.

Driver licenses and medical certificates are also checked.

f. DOT Compliance: All vehicles are to be compliant with all DOT requirements including but not limited to driver with appropriate license class, medical examiner card as appropriate with license class, carrying three (3) triangles or three (3) flares, mounted fire extinguisher, and valid DOT safety sticker.

g. Slow Vehicles: The Contractor is to notify the Contracting

Officer or COR of slow vehicles that may cause traffic delays or extended traffic lines. Vehicles that are slow are requested to enter the Park AFTER 2:00 p.m. and exit the Park BEFORE sunset.

h. Oversized Vehicles: Oversized vehicles are defined as vehicles where the width of the vehicle or load exceeds one lane (i.e., beyond the center line of the paved road). Oversized vehicles must not exceed the clearances along the Park road corridor.

Oversized vehicles will require an escort and drivers must avoid driving on the edges of the Park road. The Contractor is to notify the Contracting Officer or COR of oversized vehicles, scheduled dates and estimated arrival times at the park entrance, and the identity of who is escorting the vehicle (e.g., police, contractor, etc.). Vehicles that are oversized are requested to enter the Park AFTER 2:00 p.m. and exit the Park BEFORE sunset.

i. Road Work: Contractor shall provide adequate traffic control, including flaggers on either side of any work performed on the road. Any workers on or near the road must wear highly visible, bright clothing. (See Section 01 50 00 for additional details).

j. Law Enforcement: Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity. Contractor must immediately comply with any instructions issued by a park law enforcement ranger.

k. Road & Weight Restrictions: All vehicle load, weight and size limitations, as established by State law, apply to vehicles operated on the Park road (36 CFR § 4.11). No loads heavier

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than the current load rating for the historic Park bridge will be permitted.

8. Emergency Medical and Accident Reporting:

a. The Contractor or subcontractor shall contact Park Dispatch for any medical emergency or traffic accident occurring within the Park.

Emergency number: Dial 911 as needed.

Park Dispatch: 702-293-8932 (emergency)

Park Dispatch is called so that the entrance station will be prepared should any emergency vehicles (e.g. ambulance) need to enter the Park and so that any available Emergency Medical Services personnel in the Park might respond until such time as the ambulance arrives.

b. The Contractor or subcontractor is required to report ANY personal injury and / or property damage incident occurring within the park. This report must be made to a Law Enforcement Ranger at the first available opportunity before leaving the park:

Park Dispatch: 702-293-8998 (non-emergency)

1.2 RESOURCE PROTECTION

A. General: The Park is committed protecting natural and cultural resources found within the park and adjacent lands. The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Invasive Species: The introduction of non-native invasive species can threaten rare and endangered species or can create new populations of non-native species not traditionally found in the park. The contractor is required to inform personnel, subcontractors, and vendors to thoroughly clean all vehicles, equipment, tools, supplies, and materials prior to packing / loading. The Park requires, and will perform, inspections to ensure non-transport of non-native species PRIOR to arriving at the park entrance. Contact the resource staff directly at 702-293-8734 or 702-293-8849 at least (5) five days in advance of park entry to arrange for inspection(s).

2. Endangered Species: Endangered species are protected by Federal law. Obey all park regulations. Drivers must obey all traffic laws and keep an eye out for animals on or alongside road. Contact Park dispatch at 702-293-8998 (non-emergency) immediately if animal is hit or injured or will not move off the road. All contractor’s personnel working in Lake Mead National Recreation Area must have up-to-date Lake Mead Desert Tortoise awareness training. Prior to starting work, contact the resource staff directly at 702-293-8734

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or 702-293-8849 at least five (5) business days in advance to schedule the Desert Tortoise awareness training.

The following endangered species are found within the park and require certain considerations.

a. Desert Tortoise – Desert Tortoise are frequently along the roadsides at Lake Mead National Recreation Area and do not readily move when approached by cars. If there is a Desert Tortoise on the road, drivers must stop and allow the Desert Tortoise to move away on its own.

b. Desert Tortoise Training – All employees of the Contractor will be required to attend tortoise awareness training provided by the NPS. Training typically takes approximately 15 minutes and Contractor shall arrange for training at least five (5) business days prior to attending.

3. Archaeological Resources: Archaeological resources are physical evidence of past human activity, including evidence of the effects of that activity on the environment. Archaeological resources are found above and below ground and underwater. The contractor shall appoint an archaeological monitor during all ground-disturbing activities in archaeological sensitive areas. If the monitor discovers resources, the contractor shall stop work or relocate work to a non-sensitive area and contact the Contracting Officer and COR immediately. Archaeological sensitive areas and resources typically found in the park or at the project site will be discussed further at the preconstruction meeting.

4. Soundscape / Noise: The contractor shall minimize noise levels at the project site to protect the soundscape of the park. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week or as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR.

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

SECTION 01 27 00

DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

1.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Contract Line-Item No.1 – (New Launch Ramp)

1. This work is for the reconstruction of the existing boat launch ramp at Pearce Ferry (PF)Launch Ramp to lessen the ramp slope and widen the upper portion of the ramp including but not limited to, Traffic Control, Erosion Control, Site Preparation, Remove and Repave Asphalt, Removal and Reuse of Existing Precast Panels, Excavation, Grading, Aggregate Base, Providing and Installing Cast-In-Place Concrete, Providing and Installing 4” Diameter Leveling Pipe, Reinstalling Existing Precast Panels, Ditching, Removing and Resetting Existing Signs, Installing a Culvert, and placement of Rip Rap and Straw Wattles. This line item includes providing one hundred thirty-two (132) new Stainless-Steel Clips, Plates and Cotter Pins (assume new for all existing precast panels).

2. Measurement shall be made by the Lump Sum, completed and accepted.

3. Payment shall be made at the contract Lump Sum price. This price item consists of all necessary material, labor, and equipment required to complete the project as shown and specified.

4. Payment(s) will be made monthly.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

SECTION 01 31 00

1.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Division 01 documents: The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. Contracting Officer or COR will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre- Construction Conference.

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values Contract Line

Item 1. The breakdown of the Schedule of Values shall be per 01 32 16.2.1.

4. Accident Prevention Plan.

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

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

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

B. All items listed must be provided to the Contracting Officer or COR before the Pre-Construction Conference is held. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre- Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed will not be issued, and the Contracting Officer or COR will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued.

1.2 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: On discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI utilizing the form designated by the Contracting Officer or COR.

1. Contracting Officer or COR 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 the RFI: Include a 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.

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6. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

7. Contractor’s signature.

8. Requested date for response.

9. 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, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. Contracting Officer’s Action: Contracting Officer or COR will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Contracting Officer or COR will determine the critical nature of each RFI and issue a 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 the

Contract Documents.

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

Sum.

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

g. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

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

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

END OF SECTION 01 31 00

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CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

SECTION 01 32 16

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section consists of Construction Schedule requirements including but not limited to the following:

1. Schedule of Values for Contract Line-Item No. 1.

2. Construction Schedule Requirements.

3. Construction Schedule Updates.

B. Purpose: The purpose of the Construction Schedule is to ensure adequate planning, coordination, scheduling, and reporting during execution of the work by the Contractor. The Construction Schedule will assist the Contractor and Contracting Officer or COR in monitoring the progress of the work, evaluating proposed changes, and processing the Contractor's monthly progress payment.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Schedule of Values: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference submit a schedule of dollar values based on the Contract Price Schedule for Contract Line-Item No. 1.

B. Construction Baseline Schedule: After contract award and before the Pre- Construction conference, submit a baseline schedule, large enough to show entire schedule for entire construction period.

C. Construction Schedule Updates: Prior to the progress payment request date, submit estimates of the percent completion of each schedule activity and necessary supporting data.

1.3 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate Construction Baseline Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Breakdown Contract Line-Item No. 1 into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. The work activities broken out within the schedule of values shall be integrated

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into and made a logical part of the construction baseline schedule submitted under this specification. The total costs for the component work activities shall equal the contract price for that item. The Contracting Officer or COR may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. Include general condition costs, overhead and profit in the total dollar value of unit price items and in the component work activities for each item. Do not include general condition costs, overhead or profit as a separate item.

B. The total cost of all items shall equal the contract price. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for progress payments.

C. An acceptable Schedule of Values shall be agreed upon by the Contractor and the Contracting Officer or COR before the first progress payment is processed.

D. The Schedule of Values Shall include the following line items:

Bid Item #1 - New Launch Ramp

Item # Description Unit of Measure

1 Erosion Control LS 2 Traffic Control LS

3 Site Demolition LS

4 Excavation CY

5 Fill CY

6 Ditching LF

7 Culvert LF

8 Geotextile Fabric SF

9 Aggregate Base Course CY

10 Asphalt Paving SF

11 Cast-in-Place Concrete Ramp SF

12 Pre-Cast Panel Concrete Ramp SF

13 Riprap CY

14 Remove & Reset Concrete Barriers EA

15 Remove & Reset Existing Signs EA

16 Mobilization and Demobilization LS

17 Bonds and Permits LS

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2.2 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

A. Construction Baseline Schedule: Prepare Construction Baseline Schedule using computerized scheduling software.

1. Construction Baseline Schedule shall show submittal review, construction start date, work activities / staff resources, activity durations, major milestones, inspection dates, closeout activities, and project end date.

2. Establish procedures for updating Construction Baseline Schedule and for reporting progress. Coordinate procedures with progress meeting and payment request dates.

3. Contracting Officer or COR may request an updated Construction Schedule at any time to confirm progress of the work.

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 33 23

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Government’s responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Government’s responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with the requirements.

1.3 GENERAL SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities. Review them for legibility, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Contract Documents.

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

2. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

a. Contracting Officer or COR reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

B. Submittal List: A submittal list has been attached to the end of this Specification Section. The intent is to provide an overall summary of submittal requirements and not a comprehensive list. The requirements of the individual Specification Sections, terms and conditions of the Contract still apply regardless of what is shown on the submittal list.

C. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on Contracting Officer’s receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including re-submittals.

1. Action Submittals

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a. Initial Review: Allow 30 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required.

b. Re-submittal Review: Allow 15 days for review of each re-submittal.

2. Informational Submittals

a. Review: Allow 10 days for review of each submittal.

D. Approved Equals:

1. For each item proposed as an “approved equal,” submit supporting data, including:

a. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

b. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

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

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

e. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists.

Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

2. A request for approval constitutes a representation that Contractor:

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

b. Will provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

c. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

d. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

e. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred because of the substitution.

E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless Contracting Officer or COR observes noncompliance with provisions in the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

F. Transmittal: Package each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling. Transmit each submittal using a transmittal form. The Contracting Officer or COR will return submittals, without review, received from sources other than the Contractor.

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All material submittals shall be transmitted using National Park Service form CM-16, to be provided by Contracting Officer or COR. No action will be taken on a material submittal item unless accompanied by the transmittal form.

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2. Documents required in division 1 are to be delivered under a separate cover letter. Do not use the CM-16 Transmittal form for these documents.

G. Identification: Place a permanent label 1 by 4 inches on each submittal for identification.

1. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name, Park, PMIS number, Contract number.

b. Date.

c. Submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

1) The submittal number shall be a sequential number (e.g., 001). Re-submittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., 001.A).

H. Re-submittals: Make re-submittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of revision.

3. Re-submit submittals until they are marked “Approved” or “Approved with notations”.

I. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

J. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating “Approved” or “Approved with notations”.

1.4 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF CAD FILES

A. General: At Contractor’s written request, copies of CAD files will be provided to Contractor for Contractor’s use in connection with Project, subject to the following conditions:

1. Files will be provided as is; no format or other changes to files or changes to the objects in the drawing will be made by the Government.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

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1. The Contracting Officer or COR reserves the right to require submittals in addition to those called for in individual sections.

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed data is not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer’s written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer’s product specifications.

c. Manufacturer’s installation instructions: When Contract

Documents require compliance with manufacturer’s printed instructions, provide one complete set of instructions to Contracting Officer or COR and keep another complete set of instructions at the project site until substantial completion.

d. Manufacturer’s catalog cuts: Submit only pertinent pages; mark each copy of standard printed data to identify specific products proposed for use.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Printed performance curves.

g. Operational range diagrams.

h. Compliance with specified referenced standards.

i. Testing by recognized testing agency.

4. Number of Copies: Submit four copies of Product Data, unless otherwise indicated. The Contracting Officer or COR will return one copy. Retain copy as a Project Record Document.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

e. Shopwork manufacturing instructions.

f. Templates and patterns.

g. Schedules.

h. Notation of coordination requirements.

i. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

j. Relationship to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

k. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches but no larger than 24 by 36 inches.

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3. Number of Copies: It is preferred that all submittals be submitted via electronic transfer and in a .PDF format. If not, submit four copies of each submittal. Contracting Officer or COR will return one copy.

D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components such as accessories together in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Generic description of Sample.

b. Product name and name of manufacturer.

c. Sample source.

d. Submittal Number and title of appropriate Specification

Section.

3. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality-control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may be used to determine the final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

4. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer’s color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

a. Number of Samples: Submit two full set(s) of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer’s product line. The Contracting Officer or COR will return the submittal with options selected.

5. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials;

complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit four sets of Samples. Contracting Officer or COR will retain three Sample sets; remainder will be returned. Retain Sample set as a Project Record Sample.

E. Construction Materials: The Contractor is encouraged to submit for approval products made from recycled or environmentally responsible material. Every effort will be made by the National Park Service to approve these materials.

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2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. The Contracting Officer or COR will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Provide a notarized statement that includes the signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

3. Informational submittals that do not comply with the requirements specified in the Contract Documents will be rejected and one copy will be returned.

B. Coordination Drawings: Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 31 00 “Project Management and Coordination.”

C. Contractors Construction Schedule: Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 32 16 “Construction Schedule.”

D. Schedule of Values: Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 32 16 “Construction Schedule”.

E. Accident Prevention Plan: Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 35 23 “Safety Requirements.”

F. Waste Recycling Plan: Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 74 19 “Construction Waste Management and Disposal.”

G. Quality Control Plan: Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 40 00 “Quality Requirements.”

H. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan: Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 57 23 “Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention.”

I. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience of a firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, names and addresses of architects and owners, and other information specified.

J. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with the requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) on AWS forms. Include names of firms and personnel certified.

K. Installer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer’s letterhead certifying that Installer complies with the requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

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L. Manufacturer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer’s letterhead certifying that manufacturer complies with the requirements in the Contract Documents. Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required.

M. Product Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer’s letterhead certifying that product complies with the requirements in the Contract Documents.

N. Material Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer’s letterhead certifying that material complies with the requirements in the Contract Documents.

O. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on the testing agency’s standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with the requirements in the Contract Documents.

P. Product Test Reports: Prepare written reports indicating current product produced by manufacturer complies with the requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

Q. Research/Evaluation Reports: Prepare written evidence, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effect for Project.

R. Preconstruction Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency’s standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract Documents.

S. Compatibility Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency’s standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substrate preparation needed for adhesion.

T. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency’s standard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with the requirements in the Contract Documents.

U. Design Data: Prepare written and graphic information, including, but not limited to, performance and design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations. Include list of assumptions and other performance and design criteria and a summary of loads.

Include load diagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for calculations. Include page numbers.

V. Manufacturer’s Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documents manufacturer’s recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating a product or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and telephone number of manufacturer.

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W. Manufacturer’s Field Reports: Prepare written information documenting factory-authorized service representative’s tests and…