B08_Attach_1_251562_DEWA_North_Specs_FINAL_2025_02_20.pdf

DELAWARE WATER GAP

NATIONAL RECREATION AREA

Sussex County, New Jersey

Old Mine Road – North Segment

MM 26.4 to MM 26.7 and MM 29.6 to MM 32.4

Pavement Improvements

DEWA

PMIS NO. 251562

PROJECT DOCUMENTS

100% Specifications

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

DENVER SERVICE CENTER

February 2025

HDR ENGINEERING, INC.

CERTIFICATION OF AUTHORIZATION NO. 24GA28010700

DANIEL J. HORNER

NEW JERSEY PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER LICENSE NO. 24GE04578800

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

00 01 01 PROJECT TITLE PAGE

00 01 15 TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

01 26 01 CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS PROCEDURES

01 27 00 DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

01 32 16 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

01 33 23 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 13.22 ARCHEOLOGICAL PROTECTION

01 35 23 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

01 42 00 REFERENCE STANDARDS

01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 57 19.12 NOISE AND ACOUSTICS MANAGEMENT

01 57 23 TEMPORARY STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN

01 67 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 73 40 EXECUTION

01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

01 90 00 ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

DIVISION 02 – SITE CONSTRUCTION

02 21 13 SITE SURVEYS …………………………………………………………………………..

02 41 19 REMOVALSOF STRUCTURES AND OBSTRUCTIONS

02 41 20 STRUCTURE EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 00 05 CONCRETE

03 30 53 CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

08 34 56 SECURITY ACCESS GATES

DIVISION 10 – TRAFFIC CONTROL

10 14 53 TRAFFIC SIGNAGE

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 00 00 EARTHWORK

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31 05 00 WATERING FOR DUST CONTROL

31 11 00 SITE CLEARING

31 25 00 EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

31 32 19.23 GEOTEXTILE LAYER SEPARATION

31 37 00 STONE

31 37 16 RIPRAP

31 37 19 STONEWORK………………………………………………………………………………

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 11 23 AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

32 12 13.01 FULL DEPTH RECLAMATION………………………………………………………….

32 12 13.13 ASPHALT TACK COAT

32 12 16 ASPHALT PAVEMENT

32 17 23 PAVEMENT MARKINGS

32 91 19.12 SALVAGED TOPSOIL

32 91 19.13 TOPSOILING AND FINISHED GRADING

32 92 19 SEEDING…………………

DIVISION 33 – DRAINAGE

33 41 16.19 PIPE UNDERDRAINS

33 42 00.51 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF STORMWATER FACILITIES

33 42 13 STORMWATER CULVERTS

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION

34 01 00 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC

34 71 13 GUARDRAIL

APPENDIX

01 GUIDANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR INDUCTIVE LOOP SYSTEMS

02 MILE MARKER SIGN EXHIBIT

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SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work Covered by Contract Documents.

2. Contractor Use of Site.

3. Public Use of Site.

4. Conduct of Operations

5. Work Restrictions.

6. Special Construction Requirements.

7. Soils Investigation Report.

8. Additional Reports.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Location: The Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area is located in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. This project is located in Sussex County, New Jersey. The limits of the project are located along Old Mine Road, between Mile Markers 26.4 and 26.7 and Mile Markers 29.6 and 32.4.

B. The Work consists of the following:

1. The Work includes pavement improvements along the segment of Old Mine Road between milepost 26.4 and 26.7 and milepost 29.6 and 32.4 within Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. This work includes, but is not limited to: full depth reclamation of existing pavements, resurfacing of existing parking areas, replacement of existing drainage pipes, ditch rehabilitation, guardrail, signing and pavement markings.

C. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.3 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have full use of the site for construction operations during the construction period. Contractor's use of the site is limited only by the Government's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project.

B. Temporary advanced warning signs shall be installed by the Contractor, as required, to warn of any needed road or other closures during construction and will provide a detour for through traffic.

C. To provide protection for special species of concern that may be present within the limits of the work site, the maximum allowable speed limit during construction activities shall be 15 MPH unless otherwise directed by the CO.

D. Storage of Materials: Staging and parking for vehicles, equipment and materials shall be confined to paved road area inside road closure. Long-term placement of equipment requires additional clearance by the C.O. Storage of any materials or equipment on site shall be at the Contractor’s own risk. The location of additional construction staging areas will be coordinated by the Contractor in consultation

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E. Avoid Soil Compaction

1. Avoid compaction from heavy equipment to surrounding area by keeping equipment inside the limits of work specified above. If work outside the limits is necessary do so only when the soil is dry.

2. Compacted soils must be ripped or decompacted post construction to enable vegetation.

3. All disturbances must be returned to grade and any tracks from equipment must be raked out and seeded.

F. Borrow Materials

1. Any fill, rock or topsoil needed from borrow sources shall be obtained from a Government approved source.

G. Check the job site at the end of each day to remove trash, food, and food-related items remaining at the site and disposing of them in an appropriate receptacle.

H. In identifying and determining specific property access limitations the Contractor shall assess necessary clearing activities so that potential specimen trees or other existing resources can be avoided to the extent practical.

I. Tree removal and handling of woody waste shall be performed as indicated in the Contract Documents.

J. All temporary features installed to access construction areas shall be removed upon completion of the work.

K. Preservation of Natural Features:

1. Minimize ground disturbance to the extent possible.

2. Park waterbodies and wetlands cannot be used as a water source for construction activities.

3. No operations should occur within drip area of any tree designated to remain.

4. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government. Confine all construction activities to within the limits of work shown on the site plans. The Contractor shall avoid any impacts to adjacent wetland areas along Old Mine Road which are clearly defined on the plans and whose limits are flagged in the field.

5. Maintain appropriate erosion and siltation controls throughout construction, and permanently stabilize all exposed soil or fill material at the earliest practicable date.

6. Contractor shall use erosion logs as a perimeter control to control erosion and siltation and avoid impacts to wetland areas and wildlife habitats for sensitive wildlife species.

The erosion logs also provide a barrier to keep wildlife species from becoming trapped in project limits of construction.

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 Contracting Officer approval. Consult with Contracting Officer and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

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.

11. Restrict construction equipment to the existing road and/or proposed path corridor to

01 11 00 - 3 avoid impacts on natural resources, including wildlife habitat.

L. Preservation of Cultural Resources:

1. See Section 01 35 13.22 – Archeological Protection

M. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas 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.

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

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

1. Where the ground is saturated with water or during periods of freezing and thawing, the

CO may impose further load restrictions or suspend hauling. Space posted speed limit at 500-foot minimum intervals. Do not operate more than 1 loaded hauling vehicle at a time on a bridge.

2. In order to gain access to Old Mine Road and the Park, it is the responsibility of the commercial vehicle operator to present adequate documentation when asked by an NPS patrol ranger. Ensure all commercial vehicle operators, including the Contractor, his employees, and any subcontractors, have the following documentation or form(s):

i. Name and address of the company (or independent) owning the vehicle.

ii. Registration of the vehicle, operator's license, and leasing papers if applicable.

iii. Exact location (street address and town or township preferred) of delivery, pickup, or service prior to and/or immediately entering the Park as documented by one or more of the following:

1. Bill of lading.

2. Delivery or pickup order.

3. Service or work order.

4. Manifest.

5. Pay card or sheet.

6. Trip ticket.

7. Sales slip.

8. Route sheets.

9. Logbook.

10. Current date.

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iv. If the service will be performed over a period of time, then the dates of the job, for a period of up to one month, can be listed on the paperwork. Paperwork will not be accepted for a range past the date(s) listed.

v. Handwritten additions to typed documentation will not be accepted.

vi. The presentation of this paperwork does not guarantee access to Old Mine Road within the Park.

vii. The NPS will provide the contractor documentation form

3. Ensure all vehicles and equipment entering the Park are clean of soil, mud, vegetation, noxious weeds, and exotic seeds and free from oil leaks. All vehicles are subject to inspection. Clean vehicles and equipment offsite and off NPS lands. Show attention to the under carriage and any surface where soil containing exotic seeds may exist like cracks, crevices and tire treads. Wash all construction equipment with a high-pressure washing method to thoroughly remove all dirt, plant, and other foreign material prior to entering the Park. Use a minimum water pressure of 90 pounds per square inch for vehicle cleaning.

Make arrangements for the CO to inspect each piece of equipment before entering the project at least 2 days in advance. The CO will maintain records of inspections. Equipment found operating on the project that has not been inspected, or has oil leaks will be shut down and subject to citation.

P. Construction will be conducted so as to avoid degrading water quality to the maximum extent practicable. Measures will be employed to prevent or control spills of fuels, lubricants, or other contaminants from entering the waterway or wetland. Actions will be consistent with state water quality standards and Clean Water Act Section 401 certification requirements.

Q. Where plantings or seeding are required, native plant material will be obtained and used in accordance with NPS policies and guidance. Management techniques will be implemented to foster rapid development of target native plant communities and to eliminate invasion by exotic or other undesirable species.

R. Protection of Public: Fence, barricade, or otherwise block off the immediate work area to prevent unauthorized entry. Erect and maintain fencing, barricades, lights, signals, and warning signs in accordance with MUTCD-2009. Road closures will be permitted, when required, upon specific approval of Contracting Officer on a case-by-case basis with at least 48 hours advanced notice.

S. Limit use of premises to work areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

T. Do not bring dogs/pets to the work site or inside personal vehicles in the park.

1.4 PUBLIC USE OF SITE

A. Contractor shall conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. Road closures will be permitted, when required, upon specific approval of Contracting Officer.

B. Submit requests 48 business hours in advance of the work to the Contracting Officer Representative for approval before proceeding with any closures.

C. All roadways adjacent to the project areas will remain open to the public during construction.

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1.5 CONDUCT OF OPERATIONS

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

B. 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 3 business days in advance of the work to the Contracting Officer for approval.

C. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein) shall be displayed on the construction site.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

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

1. Weekend and Federal Holiday Hours: Saturday and Federal holiday work will be permitted on a case-by-case basis. Notify CO of anticipated Saturday or Federal holiday work a minimum of 48 hours in advance. Sunday work will not be permitted.

2. Early Morning Hours: No work shall be performed before 7 a.m. unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

B. 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.

C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Contracting Officer not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Contracting Officer’s written permission.

3. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Subject to approval of Park and Contracting Officer.

D. Nonsmoking Building/Tobacco Use/Vaping: Smoking is not permitted within limits of work.

Smoking is not permitted within buildings or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

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1.7 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Project Website: A project website administered by the NPS will be used for purposes of managing communication and documents during the construction stage.

1. See Section 01 31 00 “Project Management and Coordination” for requirements on using the Project Website.

B. Seasonal Restrictions

1. To protect endangered bat species cutting of trees greater than 3-inch diameter shall be prohibited April 1 through November 14 without confirmation that bats will not be impacted by removal of the tree. Prior to cutting any trees on site between April 1 and November 14 a survey for the presence of these species will be required to be performed by a certified wildlife biologist or trained Contractor employee. Any trees found to contain roosting bats shall only be cut between November 15 and March 31.

2. To protect endangered migratory bird species, the cutting of trees greater than 3-inch diameter without confirmation that bird species are not be present shall be prohibited April 1 through November. Prior to cutting any trees on site from April 1 through November 14, a survey for the presence of these species will be required to be performed by a certified wildlife biologist or trained Contractor employee. Any trees found to contain roosting bats shall only be cut between November 15 and March 31.

3. Visual sweeps of the construction limits by certified wildlife biologist or trained

Contractor employee (s) will occur daily during construction through November, and any species found will be relocated from the construction limits.

C. The Work is subject to the terms in the Categorical Exclusion and Mitigation List Forms.

D. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining and paying necessary permits for the work. No time or damages, including impact damages, will be allowed for failure to obtain necessary permits or agreements. Provide copies of all permits and agreements to the Contracting Officer (CO) prior to the start of work. Acquire all necessary Permits as required by authorities having jurisdiction, as directed by the Government and as indicated in these specifications.

E. The Contractor shall meet specified requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, security and emergency services as appropriate. The Contractor shall furnish, install, and maintain temporary facilities and controls, as shown on the Contract Drawings, as required for the execution of the Work, and as approved by the Contracting Officer. Work shall include Temporary Facilities and Controls including, but not be limited to power, sanitary, and/or potable water as required; site security and protection measures; temporary perimeter fencing; equipment/material storage areas; waste staging/storage, soil stockpile area(s); and dust control.

1. Contractor shall provide and maintain temporary toilet and trash facilities in accordance with

State Health Department and National Park Service requirements. Toilet facilities shall be sufficiently lighted and ventilated in weatherproof, site proof, sturdy enclosures with privacy locks.

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F. All grubbing and excavation work shall be monitored by the Contracting Officer’s archeological monitors and Tribal monitors who will have full authority to stop work based on the presence of anything deemed to have historical significance. The Contractor shall coordinate and work closely with both monitors.

G. The Contractor shall protect all wildlife that are within or in proximity of the limits of disturbance.

Wildlife including but not limited to snakes, turtles, frogs, and bats shall be monitored by the Contracting Officer’s wildlife monitors who will have full authority to stop work to protect wildlife.

The Contractor shall coordinate and work closely with the monitors.

1.8 SOILS INVESTIGATION REPORT

A. A soils investigation report entitled Pavement Design Report has been prepared by AmerCom Corp.

B. A copy of the report is available to all plan holders with this package.

C. If conflicts occur between the report and drawings or specifications, the drawings and specifications govern.

1.9 ADDITIONAL REPORTS

A. A report entitled Wetland and Watercourse Delineation Report prepared by HDR, Inc. dated September 2018 and revised February 2023

B. A copy of the report is available to all plan holders with this package.

C. If conflicts occur between the report and drawings or specifications, the drawings and specifications govern.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 26 01 – CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. The work of this 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, 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)

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6. Scheduling

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: This is the hourly rate paid directly to the worker

b. Labor Burden: Employer payments of all applicable burdens, this 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. This is 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. Your proposal must be received in the format and within the time frame specified in the Request for Proposal 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 must review and approve all subcontractor/supplier pricing in detail for proper format, scope, production rates, and pricing prior to submission to the 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.

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 is not allowed per Federal

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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.

E. Establishment and Application of Overhead and Profit Percentages:

1. Home Office Overhead and Profit (OH&P) shall be applied to direct costs only. Profit shall not be applied to overhead amounts; and overhead shall not be applied to profit.

Home office overhead shall contain only allowable, allocable, and reasonable costs per the contract documents and FAR Part 31. Profit percentages are based on risk factors found in FAR Part 31which have been applied to the specific type of work included in this project. Negotiated rates shall not exceed the following percentages for OH&P for contractor self-performed work:

Overhead………………10% Profit……………………5%

2. Total aggregate limit of markup (OH&P) for contractor and subcontractors on modification work shall not exceed 25%. The NPS will not be responsible for allocation of percentages between contractor and subcontractors at any tier.

3. If Contractors form a partnership, partnership may only receive home office overhead and profit in same amount as an individual Contractor (refer to paragraph 1.3,E,1 above).

It is the responsibility of the partners to decide on division of revenue.

4. Combined Increases and Decreases: On proposals involving both increases and decreases in the Contract Price, overhead and profit mark-ups are required on net increases and deducted on net decreases.

5. At no time can profit be calculated on Overhead or itself, it must be calculated on direct costs of work only.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

PART 3 - EXECUTION

END OF SECTION 012601

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

SECTION 01 27 00 – DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. The intent of this section is to explain, in general, what is and what is not included in a contract line item, and the limits or cut-off points where one item ends and another begins.

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

3.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Base Contract Line-Item No. [0001] Old Mine Road North – Segment 2, MP 26.4 to MP 26.7

1. This item consists of all work for pavement reclamation, pavement repairs, overlays, surface treatments, guardrail repairs, ditch regrading and culvert installation as described in the plans and specifications.

2. Measurement for payment will be determined based on percent of construction complete.

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

B. Base Contract Line-Item No. [0002] Old Mine Road North – Segment 3, MP 29.6 to MP 32.4

1. This item consists of all work for pavement reclamation, pavement repairs, overlays, surface treatments, guardrail repairs, ditch regrading and culvert installation as described in the plans and specifications.

2. Measurement for payment will be determined based on percent of construction complete.

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

C. Optional Contract Line-Item No. [0003]– Steel Back Timber Guard Railing

1. This item consists of all work for removal and replacement of damages steel back timber in 10-foot segments more than that which is called out in the construction documents.

2. Measurement for payment will be determined based on percent of construction complete for each 10-foot segment.

3. Payment will be made for each 10-foot segment price.

D. Optional Contract Line-Item No. [0004]– Dry stack headwall or end wall

1. This item consists of all work for installing each additional headwall or end wall more than that which is called out in the construction documents per the details and specifications.

2. Measurement for payment will be determined based on each additional dry stack headwall or end wall installed.

3. Payment will be made for each price

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

E. Optional Contract Line-Item No. [0005]– 12” HDPE Culvert Dry stack headwall or end wall

1. This item consists of all work for installing a new 12” HDPE culvert under the road more than that which is called out in the construction documents per the details and specifications.

2. Measurement for payment will be determined based on each new culvert installed.

3. Payment will be made for each price.

F. Optional Contract Line-Item No. [0006]– 15” HDPE Culvert Dry stack headwall or end wall

1. This item consists of all work for installing a new 15” HDPE culvert under the road more than that which is called out in the construction documents per the details and specifications.

G. Optional Contract Line-Item No. [0007]– 18” HDPE Culvert Dry stack headwall or end wall

1. This item consists of all work for installing a new 18” HDPE culvert under the road more than that which is called out in the construction documents per the details and specifications.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

SECTION 01 31 00 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. This 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/DSC SharePoint 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 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Responsibilities shall include:

1. Compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local environmental regulations, including maintaining required documentation.

2. Implementation of the Waste Management Plan (WMP).

3. Implementation of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

4. Present an overview of environmental issues and summarize site specific procedures relating to management plans at the Preconstruction conference.

5. Training for Contractor personnel in accordance with their position requirements.

6. Monitoring and documentation of environmental procedures.

7. Provide the CO and Park POC a minimum of 2 weeks advanced notice prior to the start of

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construction.

B. Quality responsibilities shall include:

1. Perform project quality control in accordance with requirements specified in Related Sections, including:

a. Quality Requirements.

b. Regulatory Requirements.

c. Noise & Acoustics Management.

d. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Environmental Management.

e. Construction Waste Management.

1.4 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. Coordinate installation of different components with other Contractors to ensure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

4. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair of components, including mechanical and electrical.

5. 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.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as notifications, reports, and a list of attendees at meetings.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate administrative procedures with other construction activities and subcontractors activities to avoid conflicts and provide orderly progress of the Work. Administrative activities include:

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.

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1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit the following items at least seven calendar days prior to the Preconstruction Conference.

The Contracting Officer (CO) will notify the Contractor of the Pre-Construction Conference date and time.

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. Schedule of Values.

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. Verifiable evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the

Contactor and subcontractors.

8. Waste Management Plan.

9. Quality Control Plan.

10. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP).

11. Historic Preservation Treatment Plan (if applicable).

12. List of Required Permits to complete the Work. Include the following information for each permit:

a. Name of Permit.

b. The entity issuing the permit.

c. Information required from the Government to complete the permit application.

B. Provide items listed to Contracting Officer at least one week prior to Pre-Construction Conference, or as directed by Contracting Officer.

1. Failure to submit items may result in:

a. Construction conference may be cancelled, Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies.

b. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued and Certificates of Insurance and SF1413 documents are received for Contractor and all Subcontractors.

1.5 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI utilizing the form created on the NPS/DSC SharePoint Project website.

1. CO 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 the item requiring clarification, and the following:

1. RFI number, numbered sequentially in chronological order.

2. Date.

3. RFI subject.

4. Specification Section number, title, and paragraphs.

5. Plan sheet number and detail references.

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6. Field dimensions and conditions.

7. Contractor's question.

8. Contractor's signature.

9. Requested date for response.

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

Drawings, coordination drawings, and/or other information necessary to fully describe items requiring clarification.

C. RFI Form: Complete the RFI Form on the NPS/DSC SharePoint website as follows:

1. Enter the general information at the top of the form.

2. Under the “Action” section at the bottom of the form, select “Question” then select “CMR” in the drop-down of the “Send to” box.

3. Enter the details of the question and attach related documents.

4. Select “Submit Form” at the bottom of the page.

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'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.

1.6 PROJECT WEB SITE

A. Use the NPS/DSC SharePoint Project website for communication throughout the contract period.

The NPS/DSC SharePoint Project website will be used for the following functions:

1. Project directory.

2. Project correspondence.

3. Meeting agendas and minutes.

4. Contract modifications forms and logs.

5. RFI form and processing.

6. Task and issue management.

7. Photo documentation.

8. Baseline schedule, schedule updates and calendar management.

9. Submittal form and processing.

10. Payment coordination documentation.

11. Drawing and specification document hosting, viewing, and updating.

12. Online document collaboration.

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13. Reminder and tracking functions.

14. Archiving functions.

15. Notification of RFI submittal and status, and current responsible party.

16. Permits and addendums

B. Do not place documents containing Personal Identifying Information (PII) (i.e. certified payrolls) on the NPS/DSC SharePoint Project website.

C. Submit to the CO a list of all employees requiring access to the SharePoint Project website. Users will receive an invitation to register from the Department of Interior (DOI). Once the user is registered on the DOI website, they will be given access to the NPS/DSC SharePoint Project website. For login procedures and other SharePoint information, refer to the Workflows website at http://www.nps.gov/dscw/precon_spproj.htm.

D. All users are required to have the following software packages:

1. Internet Explorer version 7 or later.

2. Adobe Acrobat Professional (Pro) version 9 or later

1.7 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. NPS/DSC Project website

17. Acceptance/rejection of work

18. Progress meetings

19. Submittal procedures

20. NPS Final Accessibility Inspection

21. Environmental requirements

22. Permit requirements

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

24. Saturday, Sunday, holiday and night work.

25. Reference materials

26. Value engineering

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

1. Attendees: In addition to Government Representatives, each Contractor, Subcontract or, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities 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.

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

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

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

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

1. Attendees: Installer and representatives of manufacturers and fabricators involved in or affected by installation and its coordination or integration with other materials and installations that have preceded or will follow, shall attend meeting. 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. Construction Management Representative’s responsibilities

b. Paving schedule

c. Traffic control during paving activities

d. Control strip size, location, procedure, and acceptance

e. Production and placement quality control

f. Testing requirements and submittals

g. Possible conflicts.

h. Weather limitations.

i. Warranty requirements.

j. Construction access

k. Regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

l. Testing and inspecting requirements.

m. Coordination with other work.

n. Required performance results.

o. Protection of adjacent work.

p. Protection of construction and personnel.

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

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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.

1.8 ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATION

A. Contractor’s Environmental Manager: Designate on-site party responsible for overseeing Contractor’s conformance to environmental goals for project and implementing procedures for environmental protection.

1. Qualifications: Minimum 3 years Construction experience on projects of similar size and scope; with environmental procedures similar to those of this project; must be familiar with environmental regulations applicable to construction operations.

2. Responsibilities: Responsibilities shall include:

a. Compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local environmental regulations, including maintaining required documentation.

b. Implementation of the Waste Management Plan (WMP).

c. Implementation of the Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plan.

d. Implementation of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

e. Present an…