B08_Attachment_1_-_Bicentennial_Bell_Garden_100CD_Project_Manual_220623__(REVISED_FEB_2023).pdf

INDEPENDENCE NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK

Philadelphia, PA

BICENTENNIAL BELL GARDEN

PARK INDE

PMIS Number 308152

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE (NPS)

DENVER SERVICE CENTER (DSC)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Division 00 – Procurement, Bidding, and Contracting Requirements

001100 Table of Contents

011000 Summary of Work

121601 Contract Modification Procedures

012700 Definition of Contract Line Items

013100 Project Management and Coordination

013216 Construction Schedule

013233 Photo Documentation

013323 Submittal Procedures

013513.22 Archeological Protection

013523 Safety Requirements

013591 Historic Preservation Treatment Procedures

014000 Quality Requirements

014200 Reference Standards

015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls

015719.12 Noise and Acoustics Management

015723 Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention

016700 Product Requirements

017329 Cutting and Patching

017340 Execution

017419 Construction Waste Management and Disposal

017700 Closeout Procedures

017823 Operations and Maintenance Data

017900 Demonstration and Training

018113 Sustainable Design Requirements

019114 Total Building Commissioning

Division 01 – General Requirements

012300 Options

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015639 Temporary Tree and Plant Protection

Division 02 – Existing Conditions

024119 Selective Demolition

Division 03 – Concrete

033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete

033053 Miscellaneous Cast-in-Place Concrete

Division 04 – Masonry

040120 Unit Masonry Restoration

044313.16 Adhered Stone Masonry Veneer

Division 09 – Finishes

099113 Exterior Painting

Division 12 – Furnishings

129300 Site Furnishings

Division 13 – Special Construction

131213 Exterior Fountains

Division 26 – Electrical

260500 Common Work Results for Electrical

260519 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables

260526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems

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260533 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems

260544 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cabling

260553 Identification for Electrical Systems

260923 Lighting Control Devices

262416 Panelboards

262726 Wiring Devices

265600 Exterior Lighting

Division 31 – Earthwork

311000 Site Clearing

312000 Earth Moving

312319 Dewatering

Division 32 – Exterior Improvements

321220 Stone Fines Paving

321313 Concrete Paving

321400 Unit Paving

328400 Planting Irrigation

329113 Soil Preparation and Mixes

329300 Plants

Division 33 – Utilities

331415 Site Water Distribution Piping

334100 Storm Utility Drainage

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SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes the following:

1. Work Covered by Contract Documents

2. Work Phases

3. Work Under Other Contracts

4. Government-Furnished Materials

5. Contractor Use of Site

6. Public Use of Site

7. Occupancy Requirements for Buildings

8. Conduct of Operations

9. Work Restrictions

10. Special Construction Requirements

11. Soils Investigation Report

12. Additional Reports

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Location: Independence National Historical Park, Rush Garden, Northwest Corner of Third and Walnut Streets, Philadelphia Pennsylvania.

B. The Work consists of:

1. Rehabilitation of a garden approximately 0.27 acres by replacement of vegetation, replacement of approximately 1620 square feet of brick and approximately 1500 square feet of gravel pathways, installation of an accessible ramp, installation and warranty of an irrigation system approximately 300 linear feet, replacement of site furnishings, repair of existing site drainage, installation of site lighting and electrical service (including six

(6) wall mounted luminaires and future Bicentennial Bell illumination), painting of existing wooden gate, repair of deteriorated masonry joints and ironwork fencing on approximately 30 square feet of exterior masonry wall, repair of deteriorated masonry wall, ironwork gates and fences, at two (2) garden entrances, and casting of foundation for Bicentennial Bell armature. Access for proposed electrical service will be located within the adjacent buildings (including Bishop White House and 311-315 Walnut).

C. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract. Any and/or all options of specified site details are to be approved prior to construction. All options of specified site details are included in the drawings, and may consist of the following:

1. Option 1 – Rehabilitate Water Feature: An aesthetic and functional option to rehabilitate and repair the existing wall water fountain.

2. Option 2 – Bluestone Paving at Inner Circle: A paving pattern option using Bluestone in place of the clay pavers proposed.

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3. Option 3 – Etched Rings on Bluestone Paving: A paving pattern option expanding on Option 2 with the use of etching bluestone pavers with text of the original 13 colonies.

4. Option 4 – Clay Paver Edging at Inner Circle Planting: An edging option to use vertically placed clay pavers in lieu of the proposed metal edging.

5. Option 5 – Installation of Two Bronze Plaques on Northern Wall: An aesthetic option of installing two (2) currently stored bronze plaques by the National Park Service commemorating the Queen of England and the speech given during the 1976 Bicentennial Bell Dedication.

1.3 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS

A. General: Cooperate with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract. Coordinate Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

B. Concurrent Work: Government has awarded separate contract for the following construction operations at Project site. Those operations will be conducted simultaneously with work under this Contract.

1. Bicentennial Bell Armature Fabrication and installation. A separate contract has been awarded to IronStudio LTD Philadelphia to design and fabricate the armature for the Bicentennial Bell, design the foundation and installation of the Bell and armature.

Coordination with IronStudio is required during casting of armature foundation.

C. Future Work: Government has awarded a separate contract for the following additional work to be performed at site after Final Acceptance. Completion of that work will depend on successful completion of preparatory work under this Contract.

1. Bicentennial Bell Armature Fabrication and installation. A separate contract has been awarded to IronStudio LTD Philadelphia to design and fabricate the armature for the Bicentennial Bell, design the foundation and installation of the Bell and armature.

Installation of the armature and bell will occur following final acceptance.

1.4 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.

1. All workers shall be recognizable as employees of the contractor by wearing distinctive clothing bearing the name of the company or by wearing appropriate badges which show the Contractor's company name and employee name.

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

1. Limits: Confine constructions operations to areas within the masonry walls that bound the site.

2. Limit site disturbance, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation to areas within the construction limits

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C. Storage of Materials: Confine storage of materials to areas within the masonry walls that surround the garden.

D. Parking: It is important that the historic scene in the Park be preserved for the enjoyment of the

Park’s visitors. For that reason, there is no on-site parking. No parking is allowed on any Park property except to load and unload vehicles. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will provide a Park unloading permit for this purpose. Failure to remove Contractor vehicles after unloading could result in vehicles being ticketed or towed. Only vehicles that are actively employed in loading and unloading of tools or materials are allowed on site. For a possible street parking permit, which allows parking at legal metered spaces, contact the Philadelphia Parking Authority.

E. Access: Vehicle access to the Garden may be possible from Walnut Street. Vehicle access from Harmony Street is prohibited. Blocking of walkways and sidewalks is prohibited. If vehicle access is required, Contractor shall give COR 48 hours advance notice.

The contractor shall at all times conduct their operations to insure the least inconvenience to the public and Park operations. Blocking of walkways and sidewalks is prohibited. While walks are to be blocked, signage necessary to direct pedestrians around the obstruction safely will be required. Keep a minimum of two rolls of warning tape on site at all times. There shall be no deviation from the specifications regarding the safety of the Park's staff or visitors. In the event of such an occurrence, the CO will review and determine the timeframe for Contractor compliance. See Section O. below for loading and unloading requirements.

F. Stockpiling: Confine stockpiling to areas within the masonry walls that surround the garden.

G. Preservation of Natural Features:

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

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

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

Contracting Officer (CO) and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

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

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

H. Driveways and Entrances: Keep Harmony Street (north of garden) and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use for parking or storage of materials.

1. Schedule deliveries to use 3rd Street or Walnut Street.

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

3. Loading and unloading of vehicles on sidewalks i

4. The following load restrictions shall not be exceeded:

Single Units Gross Vehicle Weight

2 axles 40,000 lbs. (18,100 kg)

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3 axles 48,000 lbs. (21,800 kg) 4 axles 52,000 lbs. (23,600 kg)

Combination Units 3 axles 57,000 lbs. (25,900 kg) 4 axles 62,000 lbs. (28,100 kg) 5 or more axles 66,000 lbs. (29,900 kg)

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

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

1.5 PUBLIC USE OF SITE

A. The garden will be closed to the public during construction.

B. Contractor shall conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to public.

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

D. Work shall be arranged and scheduled so as not to interfere with normal activities of the Park.

The contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer of the proposed work schedule, i.e. typical work day and project timetable, prior to mobilization on site. The contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), one week prior to beginning any work on site, to allow for coordination with any public events and normal Park operations. Work shall be performed between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, federal holidays excluded, unless authorized in writing by the COR. With advance written notice, “No-Work” days may be established by the Park. Once work begins, the contractor is expected to be on the job site each day in which weather conditions are favorable as determined be the COR or designated Park representative until completion of the project. Work will not be conducted when weather conditions preclude safe operations, such as high winds, moderate to heavy precipitation, slick surfaces due to rainy conditions, and low light levels. Extended daylight hours may be approved by the CO upon request in writing and with 48 hours’ notice.

Contractor shall clean site of all construction debris and leave site in a neat and orderly appearance for the duration of any stop work period. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

E. 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.

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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.

F. 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 five business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

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

3. Hours and length of Utility Shutdowns: No shutdowns are expected.

G. Nonsmoking Building/Tobacco Use/Vaping: Smoking is not permitted within building or within

25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

1.6 CONDUCT OF OPERATIONS

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

B. Work on 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 14 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 or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.7 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

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

B. Permits: The Contractor is responsible for any permits that may be triggered by the project.

Coordinate the proposed staging area with the CO and secure any permits as needed from the City of Philadelphia.

C. Special Inspections: Upon Completion of excavation for Armature foundation, a geotechnical engineer must inspect the condition of the subgrade.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01 11 00

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CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 26 01 – CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

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

1.2 DEFINITIONS AND ALLOWANCES

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

1. Rent

2. Utilities

3. Furnishings

4. Office equipment

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

6. Support, accounting, and administrative staff

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

Modifications

8. Estimating and preconstruction services

9. Mortgage costs

10. Real estate and corporate taxes

11. Automobile maintenance and travel costs for home office personnel

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

13. Depreciation of equipment and other assets

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

15. Legal services

16. Accounting and data processing

17. Professional fees/registration

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

1. Project Manager (PM), Assistant Project Manager

2. Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent

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

4. Engineers

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

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: The hourly rate paid directly to the worker

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

1) Social Security

2) Medicare

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

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

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

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

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

1) Health Care Insurance Premiums

2) Cell Phone

3) Clothing

4) 401K and Pensions

5) Vehicle allowances

6) Gas allowance

7) Life insurance premiums

8) Disability insurance

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

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

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

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

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

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

1.3 MODIFICATION PROPOSAL PRICING REQUIREMENTS

A. General:

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

2. Proposal shall be detailed with itemized lists of equipment, materials, labor, production rates, overhead, profit, and bond markup for each item. Labor costs must be itemized by craft and hourly rate, including Fringe Benefits and Labor Burden. If the costs of Fringe Benefits and Labor Burden are not itemized, it is assumed they are included in the hourly rate shown, or contractor is not requesting reimbursement. Contractor may

01 26 01 - 4 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.

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

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

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

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

B. Labor:

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

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

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

C. Materials:

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

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

D. Equipment:

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

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

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

a. United States (U.S.) Army Corps of Engineers, Ownership and Operating Expense

Schedule (use latest edition and applicable region)

b. Construction Blue Book

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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 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… ................... 7.5%

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.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

PART 3 - EXECUTION

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

SECTION 01 27 00 – DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

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

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

3.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Contract Line Item Number 0001 Rehabilitate Landscape Features.

1. This item consists of all work in the base bid for the Bicentennial Bell Garden project. Base bid work to include: rehabilitation of a garden by replacement of vegetation, replacement of brick and gravel pathways, installation or an accessible ramp (sloped walkway), installation of an irrigation system, replacement of site furnishings (benches and trash receptacles), repair of existing drainage, installation of site lighting and electrical service, repair or deteriorated masonry joints and ironwork fencing on exterior masonry wall and casting of foundation for the Bicentennial Bell armature.

2. Measurement for payment will be lump sum price.

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

B. Contract Line Item Number 0002 Bell Armature foundation, landscape and hardscape features surrounding Bicentennial Bell Installation.

1. This item consists of excavation and work associated with construction of armature foundation and surrounding landscape features, work does not include installation of armature and bell.

2. Measurement for payment will be lump sum price.

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

C. Contract Line Item Number 0003 Option 1 Rehabilitate Water Feature

a. This item consists of all work associated with the rehabilitation of the existing water feature in the garden as shown in Construction Drawings. Rehabilitation will consist of pre-casting new concrete and updated plumbing and electrical in order to repair existing fountain.

b. Measurement for payment: lump sum price.

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

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

D. Contract Line Item Number 0004 Option 2 Bluestone Paving at Inner Circle

a. This item consists of construction of inner circle with bluestone paving as shown on plans.

E. Contract Line Item Number 0005 Option 3 Etched Rings on Bluestone Paving

a. This item consists of etching of Option 2 Paving (if exercised)

F. Contract Line Item Number 0006 Option 4 Clay Paver Edging at Inner Circle Planting

a. This item consists of installation of clay paver edging along brick walkways.

G. Contract Line Item Number 0007 Option 5 Installation of Two Bronze Plaques on Northern Wall

a. This item consists of installation for two bronze plaques on northern brick masonry wall.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

SECTION 01 31 00 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

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

1. Definitions

2. Construction Coordination

3. Submittals

4. Coordination Drawings

5. Requests for Information (RFIs)

6. NPS/DSC 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.

4. Section 01 91 14 "Total Building Commissioning" for coordinating the work with Owner’s

Commissioning Authority.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

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

1.3 CONSTRUCTION COORDINATION

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

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

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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 required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

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

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule

2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls

4. Delivery and processing of submittals

5. Progress meetings

6. Permit requirements

7. Pre-installation conferences

8. Project closeout activities

9. Commissioning activities

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare Coordination Drawings if limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components or if coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities.

1. Content: Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Coordination

Drawings on reproductions of Contract Documents or standard printed data. Include following information, as applicable:

a. Indicate functional and spatial relationships of components of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical systems.

b. Indicate dimensions shown on Contract Drawings and make specific note of dimensions that appear to be in conflict with submitted equipment and minimum clearance requirements. Provide alternate sketches to Contracting Officer (CO) for resolution of such conflicts.

c. Indicate space requirements for routine maintenance and anticipated replacement of components during the life of the installation.

d. Show location and size of access doors required for access to concealed dampers, valves, and controls.

e. Indicate required installation sequences.

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2. Sheet Size: At least 8-1/2 by 11 inches but no larger than 30 by 40 inches .

3. Number of Copies: Submit two opaque copies of each submittal. Contracting Officer will return one copy.

4. Refer to individual Sections for Coordination Drawing requirements for Work in those

Section

B. Coordination Drawing Organization: Organize coordination drawings as follows:

1. Floor Plans and Reflected Ceiling Plans: Show architectural, structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire-protection, fire-alarm, and electrical elements. Show locations of visible ceiling-mounted devices relative to acoustical ceiling grid. Supplement plan drawings with section drawings where required to adequately represent the Work.

2. Plenum Space: Indicate sub-framing for support of ceiling and wall systems, mechanical and electrical equipment, and related Work. Locate components within ceiling plenum to accommodate layout of light fixtures indicated on Drawings. Indicate areas of conflict between light fixtures and other components.

3. Mechanical Rooms: Provide coordination drawings for mechanical rooms showing plans and elevations of mechanical, plumbing, fire-protection, fire-alarm, and electrical equipment.

4. Structural Penetrations: Indicate penetrations and openings required for all disciplines.

5. Slab Edge and Embedded Items: Indicate slab edge locations and sizes and locations of embedded items for metal fabrications, sleeves, anchor bolts, bearing plates, angles, door floor closers, slab depressions for floor finishes, curbs and housekeeping pads, and similar items.

6. Mechanical and Plumbing Work:

a. Sizes and bottom elevations of ductwork, piping, and conduit runs, including insulation, bracing, flanges, and support systems.

b. Dimensions of major components, such as dampers, valves, diffusers, access doors, cleanouts and electrical distribution equipment.

c. Fire-rated enclosures around ductwork.

7. Electrical Work:

a. Runs of vertical and horizontal conduit 1-1/4 inches in diameter and larger for all base bid lighting features and water feature (if option is applicable).

b. Light fixture, exit light, emergency battery pack, smoke detector, and other fire-alarm locations.

c. Panel board, switch board, switchgear, transformer, busway, generator, and motor control center locations.

d. Location of pull boxes and junction boxes, dimensioned from column center lines.

8. Fire-Protection System:

a. Locations of standpipes, mains piping, branch lines, pipe drops, and sprinkler heads.

9. Review: Contracting Officer will review coordination drawings to confirm Work is being coordinated; details of coordination are Contractor's responsibility. If Contracting Officer determines coordination drawings are not prepared in scope or detail, or are otherwise deficient, Contracting Officer will inform Contractor, who shall make changes and resubmit.

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10. Coordination Drawing Prints: Prepare coordination drawing prints according to requirements in Section 01 33 23 "Submittal Procedures."

C. Coordination Digital Data Files: Prepare coordination digital data files according to:

1. File Preparation Format: Same digital data software program, version, and operating system as original Drawings.

2. File Submittal Format: Submit or post coordination drawing files using Portable Document

Format (PDF) file format.

3. Contracting Officer will furnish Contractor one set of digital data files (AutoCad.dwg) of

Drawings for use in preparing coordination digital data files.

a. Contracting Officer makes no representations as to accuracy or completeness of digital data files as they relate to Drawings.

b. Digital Data Software Program: Drawings are available in AutoCad.dwg.

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

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent

2. Construction Schedule

3. A Comprehensive Schedule of Values

4. Accident Prevention Plan

5. A List of Subcontractors for this project

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

7. Certificates of Insurance or SF1413 for Contactor and all Subcontractors

8. Waste Management Plan

9. Quality Control Plan

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

11. Contractors Commissioning Plan

12. Historic Preservation Treatment Plan (HPTP)

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

a. Name of Permit

b. Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction issuing the permit

c. Information required from Government to complete permit application

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

1.5 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

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

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

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

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

1. RFI number, numbered sequentially

2. Date

3. RFI subject

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

5. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

6. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

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

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

8. Contractor's signature

9. Requested date for response

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

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

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

C. RFI Form: Complete RFI Form on NPS/DSC Project Website as follows:

1. Enter 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 drop-down of "Send to" box.

3. Enter details of question and attach related documents.

4. Select "Submit Form" at bottom of page.

D. 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.

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1.6 PROJECT WEB SITE – NOT APPLICABLE

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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

27. Schedule of Values

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

1. Attendees: In addition to Government Representatives, each Contractor, Subcontractor, 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

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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. Contract Documents

b. Options

c. Related RFIs

d. Related Change Orders

e. Purchases

f. Deliveries

g. Submittals

h. Sustainable Design Requirements

i. Review of mockups

j. Possible conflicts

k. Compatibility requirements

l. Time schedules

m. Weather limitations

n. Manufacturer's written instructions

o. Warranty requirements

p. Compatibility of materials

q. Acceptability of substrates

r. Temporary facilities and controls

s. Space and access limitations

t. Regulations of agency(ies) with jurisdiction

u. Testing and inspecting requirements

v. Installation procedures

w. Coordination with other work

x. Required performance results

y. Protection of adjacent work

z. Protection of construction and personnel

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

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

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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 this project; 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 Waste Management Plan (WMP).

c. Implementation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP).

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

e. Training for Contractor personnel in accordance with position requirements.

f. Monitoring and documentation of environmental procedures.

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

1. Quality Requirements

2. Regulatory Requirements

3. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management

4. Noise and Acoustics Management

5. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Environmental Management

6. Construction Waste Management

C. Contractor’s Environmental Training Program: Contractor shall provide environmental training for workers performing work on project site. Training shall include:

1. Overview of environmental issues related to building industry.

2. Overview of environmental issues related to Project.

3. Review of site-specific procedures and management plans:

a. Construction Waste Management

b. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management

c. Noise and Acoustics Management

d. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention

4. Pollution Prevention (P2) practices: Submit evidence of P2 training.

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5. Compliance with environmental regulations: As specified in Regulatory Requirements.

Submit Contractor 40 CFR (Code of Federal Regulations) employee training records upon request of Contracting Officer.

D. Sustainable Building Design Requirements:

1. Prepare and submit package of documentation required in accordance with Section 01 81

13 Respond to requests for answers to questions and other information from Contracting Officer to complete application process.

2. Evaluate progress toward goals. Coordinate work as necessary to meet the goals.

E. Provide documentation for environmental procedures as specified herein and in accordance with approved Waste Management Plan, IAQ Management Plan, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.

1.9 PERMITS

A. General:

1. Permits and Responsibilities: Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with Federal, State and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work.