B08_Attachment_4_Specifications.pdf

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

January 2021

Bureau of Land Management

Central California District

CCAS Water Conveyance System

PREFACE

These Standard Specifications are issued primarily for outdoor regular maintenance of roads, recreation sites and administrative facilities on Bureau of Land Management (BLM) property.

Construction contracts of the BLM are also governed by the following regulations:

● Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Title 48, Code of Federal Regulations, Chapter 1

The FAR regulations are not included in these Specifications. A complete copy of the FAR is available from the Superintendent of Documents, Congressional Sales Office, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

CCAS Water Conveyance Contract Table of Contents

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DOCUMENT 00 01 10

TABLE OF CONTENTS TO TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION TITLE

DIVISION 00 – PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

1 01 10 TABLE OF CONTENTS TO TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 30 00 DEFINITIONS

01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 42 19 REFERENCE STANDARDS

01 45 00 QUALITY CONTROL

01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 75 16 STARTUP PROCEDURES

01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

0178 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

03 10 00 CONCRETE FORMING AND ACCESSORIES

03 15 16 CONCRETE EXPANSION AND CONSTRUCTION JOINTS

03 20 00 CONCRETE REINFORCING

03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 5 – METALS

04 50 00 METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

4 10 53 MISCELLANEOUS ROUGH CARPENTRY

06 16 00 FRAMING AND SHEATHING

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DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 00 THERMAL INSULATION

07 21 23 LOOSE-FILL INSULATION

07 61 00 SHEET METAL ROOFING

07 62 00 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

7 90 00 JOINT PROTECTION

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

8 11 00 METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE

DIVISION 15(o) – MECHANICAL AND PLUMBING

15105 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

15110 GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

15122 METERS AND GAUGES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

15140 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

15160 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

15170 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROL FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

15175 IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

15183 PLUMBING INSULATION

15190 COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR PLUMBING EQUIPMENT

15410 PLUMBING FIXTURES

15430 PLUMBING EQUIPMENT

15500 STEP-DRAWDOWN PUMPING TEST FOR WATER WELLS

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 ELECTRICAL GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

26 05 05 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT

26 05 13 CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 05 33 RACEWAY

26 05 34 ELECTRICAL BOXES AND FITTINGS

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 10 00 SITE CLEARING

31 22 13 ROUGH GRADING

31 23 16 EXCAVATION

31 23 17 TRENCHING

31 23 23 FILL

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

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32 05 13 SOILS FOR EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 05 16 AGGREGATES FOR EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

33 11 33 VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS AND MOTORS

33 13 00 DISINFECTION OF WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION AND STORAGE SYSTEMS

33 14 16 SITE WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING

33 14 17 WATER UTILITY SERVICE LATERALS

33 14 20 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT

33 19 00 WATER UTILITY METERING EQUIPMENT

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CCAS Water Conveyance Contract

Project Management and Coordination

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SECTION 01 30 00

DEFINITIONS

PART 1 Abbreviations. Whenever these abbreviations are used in the contract, they represent the following:

CO — Contracting Officer

COR — Contracting Officer’s Representative (Engineer)

FAR — Federal Acquisition Regulations (48 CFR Chapter 1)

ISO — International Organization for Standardization

JMF — Job-Mix Formula

MSDS — Material Safety Data Sheet

MUTCD — Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for Streets and Highways

SI — International System of Units

U.S. — United States of America

USC — United States Code

PART 2 Terms. The following definitions apply to this contract:

Backfill — Material used to replace or the act of replacing material removed during construction.

Material placed or the act of placing material adjacent to structures.

Base — The layer or layers of material placed on a subbase or subgrade to support a surface course.

Bid Schedule — The prepared schedule included with the bid forms, containing the estimated quantities of pay items for which unit bid prices are invited. Also known as Schedule of Items.

Construction Limits — The limits of the project site disturbed by construction operations and beyond which no disturbance is permitted. Typically the construction limits are the same as the clearing limits, except when additional clearing is required.

Contract — The written agreement between the Government and the Contractor setting forth the obligations of the parties for the performance of and payment for the prescribed work.

Contracting Officer (CO) — An official of the Government with the authority to enter into, administer, and terminate contracts and make related determinations and findings. The term includes certain authorized representatives of the CO acting within the limits of their authority as delegated by the CO.

Contractor — The individual or legal entity contracting with the Government for performance of prescribed work.

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Contract Time — The specified time allowed for completion of contract work.

Cross-Section — A vertical section of the ground or structure at right angles to the centerline or baseline of the roadway or other work.

Day — A calendar day beginning and ending at midnight.

Density — Mass per unit volume of material. Specific gravity multiplied by the density of water.

Detour — A temporary rerouting of public traffic to avoid the work or part of the work.

Drawings — Design sheets or fabrication, erection, or construction details submitted to the CO by the

Contractor according to FAR Clause 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction. Also refers

Government — The Government of the United States of America.

Lift — When placing and compacting soils, aggregates, or pavement; a lift is a single, continuous layer of material that receives the same compactive effort throughout during a single work operation. When installing culvert pipe the backfill material placed on both sides of the pipe is considered to be contained in the same lift when placed to the same elevation.

Material — Substances specified or necessary to satisfactorily complete the contract work.

Measurement — The process of identifying the dimensions, quantity, or capacity of a pay item. See

Section 109 for measurement methods, terms, and definitions.

Pay Item — A specific item of work for which a unit and price is provided in the contract.

Plans — The contract plans furnished by the Government showing the location, type, dimensions, and details of the work.

Project — The specific work and work area for an individual task order.

Roadbed — The graded portion of a road prepared as a foundation for upper layers and shoulders.

Roadside — The area between the outside shoulder edge and the right-of-way limits.

Schedule of Items – A schedule in the contract listing construction items with description, units of measurement and estimate of quantities, included in the work, see “Bid Schedule”.

Shoulder — A portion of the roadway contiguous with the traveled way that accommodates pedestrians, bicycles, stopped vehicles, and emergency use; as well as lateral support of the subbase, base, and surface courses.

Specifications — The written requirements for performing work.

Station — A precise location along a survey line.

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Structures — Bridges, culverts, catch basins, drop inlets, retaining walls, cribbing, manholes, endwalls, buildings, sewers, service pipes, underdrains, foundation drains, and other constructed features that may be encountered in the work.

Subbase — The layer or layers of material placed on a subgrade to support a base.

Subcontract — The written agreement between the Contractor and an individual or legal entity prescribing the performance of a specific portion of the work.

Subcontractor — An individual or legal entity with which the Contractor sublets part of the work. This includes subcontractors in all tiers.

Subgrade — The top surface of a roadbed upon which the pavement structure, shoulders, and curbs are constructed.

Substantial Completion — The point at which the project is complete such that it can be safely and effectively used by the public without further delays, disruption, or other impediments.

Suitable Material — Rock or earth material that will provide stable foundations, embankments, or roadbeds, and is free of organic matter, muck, frozen lumps, roots, sod, or other deleterious material.

Suitable material may require drying or adding water, root picking, and other methods of manipulation before use. Suitable material includes the classifications of material for which the project was designed.

Superintendent — The Contractor's onsite representative who has authority to act for the Contractor and is responsible for directing and supervising construction operations on behalf of the Contractor.

Task Order – a specific project of work to be completed under the Master IDIQ Contract with a defined scope of work, schedule of items and price based on the Master Contract.

Traveled Way — The portion of the roadway designated for the movement of vehicles, exclusive of shoulders.

Unsuitable Material — Material not capable of creating stable foundations, embankments, or roadbeds. Unsuitable material includes muck, sod, or soils with high organic contents.

Work — The furnishing of labor, material, equipment, and other incidentals necessary to complete the project according to the contract.

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SECTION 01 31 00

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Coordination.

B. Field Engineering.

C. Preconstruction Conference.

D. Progress Meetings.

1.2 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and Work of the various sections of specifications to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements.

B. Coordinate space requirements, supports, and installation of mechanical and electrical Work, which are indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduit, as closely as practicable. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximum accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

C. Coordinate completion and cleanup of Work of separate sections in preparation for Substantial Completion.

D. Verify that utility requirements and characteristics of operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various sections having independent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.

E. After Owner’s assumption of the completed project, coordinate access to site for correction of defective Work and Work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of Owner's activities.

1.3 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. The Contractor will locate and protect survey control and reference points. Replacement of survey control and reference points will be at the Contractor’s expense.

B. Control datum for survey is that established by Owner provided survey.

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C. Verify setbacks and easements. Confirm drawing Dimensions and elevations.

1.4 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. Owner and Engineer will schedule a conference after Notice of Award.

B. Attendance Required: Owner or his representative, Engineer, Contractor, and Subcontractors.

C. Agenda:

1. Execution of Owner-Contractor Agreement

2. Submission of executed bonds and insurance certificates.

3. Distribution of Contract Documents.

4. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of products, Schedule of Values, and progress schedule.

5. Designation of personnel representing the parties in Contract, and the Engineer.

6. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

7. Scheduling.

8. Surveying, layout and scheduling.

9. Site visit as necessary.

1.5 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. The Engineer will schedule and administer meetings as needed by Owner and Contractor throughout progress of the Work.

B. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, major Subcontractors and suppliers, Owner, and Engineer, as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

C. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems that are impeding or may impede planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

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

7. Maintenance of progress schedule.

8. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

9. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

10. Coordination of projected progress.

11. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

12. Review Cleanup and restrictions

13. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

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14. Other business relating to Work.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

Submittal Procedures

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Submittal procedures.

B. Construction progress schedules.

C. Proposed products list.

D. Shop drawings.

E. Product data.

F. Samples.

G. Manufacturers' instructions.

H. Manufacturers' certificates.

I. Spare parts and maintenance materials.

1.2 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Transmit each submittal with a letter of transmittal containing all pertinent information required for identification and checking of submittals.

B. Sequentially number the transmittal forms. Resubmittals to have original number with an alphabetic suffix.

C. Identify Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier, pertinent Drawing sheet and detail number(s), and specification Section number, as appropriate.

D. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information, is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents.

E. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and deliver to Engineer at business address. Coordinate and group submission of related items.

F. Identify all variations from Contract Documents and Product or system limitations which may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work.

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G. Provide space for Contractor and Engineer review stamps.

H. Revise and resubmit submittals as required. Identify all changes made since previous submittal.

I. When specified in the specification section, the Contractor shall submit a copy of the technical specification with each subsection clearly marked for conformance to the subsection or exceptions taken. Where exceptions are taken, all necessary information and supporting calculations to evaluate the deviation shall be attached. The Owner retains the right to reject the proposed deviation in favor of the specification, as written.

J. The Contractor shall be responsible for submitting complete and accurate information in accordance with the Contract Documents.

K. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals to concerned parties. Instruct parties to promptly report any inability to comply with provisions.

1.3 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. Submit initial progress schedule in duplicate within 15 days after date established in Notice to Proceed for Engineer review. Submit progress schedule no later than Preconstruction Conference.

B. Revise and resubmit as required.

C. Submit revised schedules with each Application for Payment, identifying changes since previous version.

D. Show complete sequence of construction by activity, identifying Work of separate stages and other logically grouped activities. Indicate the early and late start, early and late finish, float dates, and duration.

E. Indicate estimated percentage of completion for each item of Work at each submission.

F. Indicate submittal dates required for shop drawings, product data, samples, and product delivery dates.

1.4 PROPOSED PRODUCTS LIST

A. Within 15 days after date of Notice to Proceed, compile and submit complete list of major products proposed for use, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

B. For products specified only by reference standards, give manufacturer, trade name, model or catalog designation, and reference standards.

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C. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information, is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents.

1.5 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Shop drawings are required for all mechanical and structural installations. These drawings shall show adequate dimensions to review submittals for fit.

B. Submit all Shop drawings in electronic format as approved by Engineer.

C. When required by individual specification sections or as noted on the Drawings, provide shop drawings signed and sealed by professional engineer responsible for designing components shown on shop drawings.

1. Include signed and sealed calculations to support design.

2. Submit drawings and calculations in form suitable for submission to and approval by authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Make revisions and provide additional information when required by authorities having jurisdiction.

D. After review distribute in accordance with Article on Procedures above and for Record

Documents described in Section 01 77 00 - Closeout Procedures.

1.6 PRODUCT DATA

A. Submit all product data in electronic format as approved by Engineer.

B. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data.

Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information unique to this Project.

C. After review, distribute in accordance with Article on Procedures above and provide copies for Record Documents described in Section 01 77 00 - Closeout Procedures.

D. Indicate product characteristics that vary from these Specifications.

1.7 SAMPLES

A. Submit samples in accordance with the following requirements when requested in individual sections or as requested by the Engineer.

B. Submit samples to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the Product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

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C. Submit samples of finishes from the full range of manufacturers' standard colors, textures, and patterns for Owner's selection.

D. Include identification on each sample, with full Project information.

E. Submit the number or samples specified in individual specification Sections; one of which will be retained by Engineer.

F. Reviewed samples which may be used in the Work are indicated in individual specification Sections.

G. Samples will not be used for testing purposes unless specifically stated in specification section.

1.8 MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS

A. When specified in individual specification Sections, submit manufacturers’ printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, in quantities specified for Product Data.

B. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

C. Identify conflicts between manufacturers’ instructions and Contract Documents.

1.9 MANUFACTURER'S CERTIFICATES

A. When specified in individual specification Sections, submit manufacturers' certificate to Engineer for review, in quantities specified for Product Data.

B. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

C. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or Product, but must be acceptable to Engineer.

1.10 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Provide products, spare parts, maintenance and extra materials in quantities specified in individual specification Sections.

B. Deliver to project site; obtain receipt prior to final payment.

1.11 CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS AND VIDEO

A. Provide photographs and/or video of site and construction throughout progress of Work as required by Engineer. Photographs and video shall show key components of Work, significant milestones, and installation processes pertinent to the Project.

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B. Submit photographs and video for progress period with each Application for Payment.

C. Submit all photographs and video in electronic format as approved by Engineer.

D. Deliver photographs and video in electronic format to Owner with project record documents. Catalog and index photographs and video in chronological sequence;

include typed table of contents.

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Reference Standards

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SECTION 01 42 19

REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Quality assurance.

B. Schedule of references.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. For products or workmanship specified by association, trade, or Federal Standards, comply with requirements of the standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.

B. Conform to reference standard by date of issue current on date of Contract Documents.

C. Maintain copy at job site during submittals, planning, and progress of the specific work, until Substantial Completion.

D. Should specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer before proceeding.

E. The contractual relationship of the parties to the Contract shall not be altered from the Contract Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF REFERENCES

AA Aluminum Association

818 Connecticut Avenue, N.W.

Washington, DC 20006

AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

444 North Capitol Street, N.W.

Washington, DC 20001

ACI American Concrete Institute

Box 19150

Reford Station

Detroit, MI 48219

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AGC Associated General Contractors of America

1957 E Street, N.W.

AIA American Institute of Architects

1735 New York Avenue, N.W.

AISC American Institute of Steel Construction

400 North Michigan Avenue

Eighth Floor

Chicago, IL 60611

AISI American Iron and Steel Institute

1000 16th Street, N.W.

Washington, DC 20036

ANSI American National Standards Institute

1430 Broadway

New York, NY 10018

ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

1916 Race Street

Phildelphia, PA 19103

AWS American Welding Society

550 LeJeune Road, N.W.

Miami, FL 33135

AWWA American Water Works Association

6666 West Quincy Avenue

Denver, CO 80235

CDA Copper Development Association

57th Floor, Chrysler Building

405 Lexington Avenue

New York, NY 10174

CRSI Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute

933 Plum Grove Road

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Schaumburg, IL 60195

EJCDC Engineers' Joint Contract Documents

Committee

American Consulting Engineers Council

1015 15th Street, N.W.

Washington, DC 20005

EJMA Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association

25 North Broadway

Tarrytown, NY 10591

FS Federal Specification

General Services Administration

Specifications and Consumer Information

Distribution Section (WFSIS)

Washington Navy Yard, Bldg. 197

Washington, DC 20407

ICBO International Conference of Building Officials

5360 S. Workman Mill Road

Whittier, CA 90601

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics

Engineers

345 East 47th Street

New York, NY 10017

ML/SFA Metal Lath/Steel Framing Association

221 North LaSalle Street

Chicago, IL 60601

NAAMM National Association of Architectural Metal

Manufacturers

221 North LaSalle Street

Chicago, IL 60601

NCMA National Concrete Masony Association

P.O. Box 781

Herndon, VA 22070

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NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers' Association

2101 'L' Street, N.W.

Washington, DC 20037

NFPA National Fire Protection Association

Battery March Park

Quincy, MA 02269

PCA Portland Cement Association

5420 Old Orchard Road

Skokie, IL 60077

PS Product Standard

U. S. Department of Commerce

Washington, DC 20203

SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council

4400 Fifth Avenue

Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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Quality Control

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SECTION 01 45 00

QUALITY CONTROL

A. Quality assurance and control of installation.

B. Tolerances

C. References.

D. Field samples.

E. Labeling

F. Construction observation and testing laboratory services.

G. Manufacturers' field services and reports.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE AND CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply fully with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.

C. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request

D. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for the Work except when more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

E. Perform Work by persons qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality.

F. Verify field measurements are as indicated on the Shop Drawings or as instructed by manufacturer.

G. Secure Products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion or disfigurement.

1.3 TOLERANCES

A. Monitor fabrication and installation tolerance control of products to produce acceptable Work. Do not permit tolerances to accumulate.

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B. Comply with manufacturers' tolerances. When manufacturers' tolerances conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer before proceeding.

C. Adjust products to appropriate dimensions; position before securing products in place.

1.4 REFERENCES

A. Conform to reference standard by date of issue current on date of Contract Documents.

B. Should specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request

C. The contractual relationship of the parties to the Contract shall not be altered from the Contract Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.

1.5 FIELD SAMPLES

A. Install field samples at the site as required by individual specifications Sections for review.

B. Acceptable samples represent a quality level for the Work.

C. Where field sample is specified in individual Sections to be removed, clear area after field sample has been accepted by Engineer.

1.6 LABELING

A. Attach label to products, assemblies, and systems required to be labeled by applicable codes, and as required by Engineer.

B. Label Information: Include manufacturer's or fabricator's identification and contact information, approved agency identification, and the following information, as applicable, on each label.

1. Model number.

2. Serial number.

3. Performance characteristics.

4. Other information as stated on the Drawings and in the Contract Documents.

1.7 CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION AND TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

A. The Owner and Engineer shall provide observation during construction.

B. The Owner's Representative will oversee observation of all tests run in the field.

C. The Contractor shall provide adequate samples of all aggregate materials, native or imported, used for construction to a lab for sieve analysis and proctor results and provide these results to the Engineer. The Contractor shall be responsible for the cost of

Section – 01 45 00 Page 3 of 4 these materials and lab analysis. Additional samples shall be provided at no cost to the Owner for any materials that exhibit a noticeable change in physical appearance.

D. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing the equipment and manpower to assist the Representative in taking tests.

E. The Contractor shall provide the equipment and manpower to conduct all acceptance (leak, pressure, etc.) tests on underground utilities as required in the specifications.

F. Reports will be submitted to the Engineer, in electronic format, indicating observations and results of tests and indicating compliance or non-compliance with Contract Documents and the proctor results.

G. Cooperate with the Engineer; furnish samples of materials, mix designs, equipment, tools, storage and assistance as requested.

1. Notify the Engineer and independent firm 48 hours prior to expected time for operations requiring services.

2. Make arrangements with independent firm and pay for additional samples and tests required for Contractor's use.

H. Retesting required because of non-conformance to specified requirements shall be performed by the same independent firm on instructions by the Representative. Costs for retesting shall be borne by the Contractor.

1.8 MANUFACTURERS' FIELD SERVICES AND REPORTS

A. When specified in individual specification Sections, require material or product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions, conditions of surfaces and installation, quality of workmanship, start-up of equipment, test, adjust and balance of equipment, as applicable, and to initiate instructions when necessary.

B. Individuals to report observations and site decisions or instructions given to applicators or installers that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturers' written instructions.

C. Submit report within 15 days of observation to Engineer for review.

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Temporary Facilities and Controls

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SECTION 01 50 00

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

A. Temporary Water Service

B. Temporary Sanitary Facilities

C. Temporary Electricity

D. Temporary Ventilation

E. Barriers

F. Water Control

G. Dust Control

H. Erosion and Sediment Control

I. Pollution Control

J. Security

K. Pest Control

L. Noise Control

M. Tree and Plant Protection

N. Protection of Installed Work

O. Access Roads

P. Parking

Q. Traffic Regulation

R. Fire Prevention Facilities

S. Progress Cleaning

T. Removal of Utilities, Facilities, and Controls

U. Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)

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1.2 TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE

A. Provide, maintain, and pay for suitable quality water required for construction operations.

1.3 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Provide, maintain, and pay for required facilities and enclosures, and services required for construction operations.

1.4 TEMPORARY ELECTRICITY

A. Provide, maintain, and pay for temporary power required for construction operations.

1.5 TEMPORARY VENTILATION

A. Provide, maintain, and pay for temporary ventilation equipment as required for construction operations.

1.6 BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas, to allow for Owner's use of site, to protect public safety, and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations.

B. Provide protection for plant life designated to remain. Replace damaged plant life.

C. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site and structures from damage.

1.7 WATER CONTROL

A. Grade site to drain. Maintain excavations free of water. Provide, operate, and maintain pumping equipment as needed.

B. Protect site from puddling or running water. Provide water barriers as required to protect site from soil erosion and puddling.

1.8 DUST CONTROL

A. This item shall consist of furnishing and applying POTABLE water required in construction and for dust control, in accordance with the requirements of these specifications.

B. Water, when required, shall be applied at the locations and in the amounts required to properly compact the work. The equipment used for watering shall be of ample capacity and of such design as to assure uniform application of water in the amounts required.

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C. If required, watering shall be done at night or at other times when evaporation loss will be at a minimum.

D. In watering of subgrades, the Engineer may direct the Contractor to apply water in such quantities that the subgrade shall be compacted at a moisture content in excess of "optimum moisture." In no case will the Contractor be required to apply water in excess of three percent (3%) of optimum moisture.

E. The Contractor shall also apply water during the course of the work to control dust, maintaining all embankment and base courses in a damp condition.

F. The Contractor shall provide sufficient equipment to apply water as directed for controlling dust caused by construction activities. If dusty conditions continue to exist due to insufficient or inadequate watering practices or lack of watering equipment, it shall cause the closing down of those operations affected until remedied. Watering shall be done on Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays at the same frequency and amounts as specified for work days at the Contractor's expense.

G. Watering equipment shall consist of water-tight tanks mounted on trucks, adequately powered, and capable of applying water as required. The water shall be applied under pressure from the tank through a spray apparatus as directed. The spray apparatus shall be equipped as to provide uniform, unbroken spread of water over the surface being watered. A suitable device for positive shut-off and for regulating the flow of water shall be located so as to permit positive drive control from the cab.

1.9 EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

A. Plan and execute construction by methods to control surface drainage from cuts and fills, from borrow and waste disposal areas. Prevent erosion and sedimentation.

B. Minimize amount of bare soil exposed at one time.

C. Provide temporary measures such as berms, dikes, and drains, to prevent water flow.

D. Construct fill and waste areas by selective placement to avoid erosion of surface silts or clays.

E. Periodically inspect earthwork to detect evidence of erosion and sedimentation;

promptly apply corrective measures.

1.10 POLLUTION CONTROL

A. Provide methods, means, and facilities to prevent contamination of soil, water, and atmosphere from discharge of noxious, toxic substances, and pollutants produced by construction operations.

B. Equipment and fuel storage shall be kept secured. Waste oil and waste fluids shall not be stored or changed at any construction site.

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1.11 SECURITY

A. Provide security and facilities to protect work from unauthorized entry, vandalism or theft.

1.12 PEST CONTROL

A. Provide methods, means, and facilities to prevent pests and insects from damaging the Work or entering any facility.

B. Provide methods, means, and facilities to prevent rodents from accessing or invading premises.

1.13 NOISE CONTROL

A. Construction involving noisy operations, including starting and warming up of equipment, shall be restricted to the hours between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on weekdays. Noisy operations shall be scheduled to minimize their duration and to ensure their completion by 7:00 p.m.

B. Notification of special circumstances or emergency conditions that require work beyond the hours specified above shall be provided as follows:

1. The Contractor shall notify the Engineer 48 hours in advance of any proposed extended work hours for preauthorization. Notification shall include a written request for authorization to perform work specified and the circumstances that warrant this request. This notification shall include any additional measures to mitigate noise generated by this construction activity if deemed necessary by the Engineer.

2. If an emergency situation occurs that warrants extended hours, the Contractor shall notify the Engineer immediately upon determining the need for this work.

1.14 TREE AND PLANT PROTECTION

A. CULTIVATED AREAS AND OTHER SURFACE IMPROVEMENTS: All landscaped areas and other surface improvements which are damaged by actions of the Contractor shall be restored to a condition equal to or better than it was prior to construction. Areas shall not be cleared until related construction activities require the work.

1.15 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED WORK

A. Protect installed Work and provide special protection where specified in individual specification Sections.

B. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed Products. Control activity in immediate work area to minimize damage.

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1.16 ACCESS ROADS

A. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

B. Provide and maintain access for emergency vehicles.

C. Provide means of removing mud from vehicle wheels before entering streets.

1.17 PARKING

A. Do not allow construction personnel to park in any way which may affect the access of emergency vehicles or Owner personnel.

B. Arrange for temporary surface parking to accommodate construction personnel.

C. When site space is not adequate, provide additional off-site parking.

1.18 FIRE PREVENTION FACILITIES

A. Establish measures and provide equipment as necessary to prevent the starting and spreading of any fire on or near the Project site.

B. Provide areas for smoking, and performing hazardous operations capable of starting a fire, by clearing and removing any nearby brush and flammable materials. Maintain areas until the threat of fire does not exist.

1.19 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in a clean and orderly condition.

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B. Remove waste materials, debris, and rubbish from site periodically and dispose off-site in approved solid waste facilities at no additional cost to owner.

C. Provide necessary containment and clean-up of all hazardous/dangerous materials on-site that result from Contractor’s actions.

D. Dispose of all hazardous/dangerous waste in approved hazardous waste facilities.

1.20 REMOVAL OF UTILITIES, FACILITIES, AND CONTROLS

A. Remove temporary above grade or buried utilities, equipment, facilities, materials, prior to Substantial Completion.

B. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work.

C. Restore existing facilities used during construction to original condition. Restore permanent facilities used during construction to specified condition.

Product Requirements

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SECTION 01 60 00

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

A. Products.

B. Transportation and handling.

C. Storage and protection.

D. Product options.

E. Substitutions.

1.2 PRODUCTS

A. Products: Means new material, machinery, components, equipment, fixtures, and systems forming the Work. Does not include machinery and equipment used for preparation, fabrication, conveying and erection of the Work. Products may also include existing materials or components required for reuse.

B. Do not use materials and equipment removed from existing premises, except as specifically permitted by the Contract Documents.

C. Provide interchangeable components of the same manufacturer, for similar components.

1.3 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Promptly review shipments to assure that products comply with requirements, quantities are correct, and products are undamaged. Replace damaged products at no additional cost to OWNER.

C. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

1.4 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible.

B. Store sensitive products in weather-tight, climate controlled enclosures.

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C. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground.

D. Provide off-site storage and protection when site does not permit on-site storage or protection.

E. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to avoid condensation.

F. Store loose granular materials on solid flat surfaces in a well-drained area. Prevent mixing with foreign matter.

G. Provide equipment and personnel to store products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

H. Arrange storage of products to permit access for review. Periodically inspect and review to assure products are undamaged and are maintained under specified conditions.

1.5 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Any product meeting those standards or description.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with a Provision for Substitutions: Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named.

1.6 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Engineer will consider requests for Substitutions only within 30 days after date of Owner-Contractor Agreement.

B. Substitutions may be considered when a product becomes unavailable through no fault of the Contractor.

C. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed Substitution with Contract Documents.

D. A request constitutes a representation that the Contractor:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product.

2. Will provide the same warranty for the Substitution as for the specified product.

3. Has reviewed installation for fit with existing or new components or construction constraints.

4. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other Work which may be required for the Work to be complete with no additional cost to Owner.

5. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension which may subsequently become apparent.

6. Will reimburse Owner for review or redesign services associated with re-approval by authorities.

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E. Substitutions will not be considered when they are indicated or implied on shop drawing or product data submittals, without separate written request, or when acceptance will require revision to the Contract Documents.

F. Substitution Submittal Procedure:

1. Submit number of copies, as indicated in Section 01 33 00 – Submittal

Procedures, of request for Substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed Substitution.

2. Submit shop drawings, product data, and certified test results attesting to the proposed product equivalence.

3. The Engineer will notify Contractor, in writing, of decision to accept or reject request.

Startup Procedures

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SECTION 01 75 16

STARTUP PROCEDURES

A. Starting systems.

B. Demonstration and instructions.

1.2 STARTING SYSTEMS

A. Coordinate schedule for start-up of various equipment and systems.

B. Notify Owner and Engineer seven days prior to start-up of each item.

C. Verify that each piece of equipment or system has been checked for proper lubrication, drive rotation, belt tension, control sequence, or other conditions which may cause damage.

D. Verify that tests, meter readings, and specified electrical characteristics agree with those required by the equipment or system manufacturer.

E. Verify wiring and support components for equipment are complete and tested.

F. Execute start-up under supervision of responsible manufacturer's representative and in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

G. When specified in individual specification Sections, require manufacturer to provide authorized representative to be present at site to inspect, check and approve equip-ment or system installation prior to start-up, and to supervise placing equipment or system in operation.

H. Submit a written report in accordance with Section 01 45 00 – Quality Control, that equipment or system has been properly installed and is functioning correctly.

1.3 DEMONSTRATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

A. Demonstrate operation and maintenance of Products to Owner's personnel two weeks prior to date of Substantial Completion.

B. For equipment or systems requiring seasonal operation, perform demonstration for other season within six months.

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C. Utilize operation and maintenance manuals as basis for instruction. Review contents of manual with Owners' personnel in detail to explain all aspects of operation and maintenance.

D. Demonstrate start-up, operation, control, adjustment, trouble-shooting, servicing, maintenance, and shutdown of each item of equipment at scheduled times, at equipment location.

E. Prepare and insert additional data in operations and maintenance manuals when need for additional data becomes apparent during instruction.

Closeout Procedures

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SECTION 01 77 00

CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Closeout Procedures

B. Final Cleaning

C. Surface Restoration

D. Adjusting

E. Project Record Documents

F. Warranties

G. Spare Parts and Maintenance Materials

1.2 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Submit written certification that Contract Documents have been reviewed, Work has been reviewed and inspected, and that Work is complete in accordance with Contract Documents and ready for Engineer's review.

B. Provide submittals to Engineer that are required by governing agencies or other authorities.

C. Submit final Application for Payment identifying total adjusted Contract Sum, previous payments, and sum remaining due.

1.3 FINAL CLEANING

A. Execute final cleaning prior to final review.

B. Clean equipment and fixtures to a sanitary condition.

C. Clean debris from Project area, including roofs and drainage systems.

D. Clean site; sweep paved areas, rake clean landscaped surfaces.

E. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the site.

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1.4 SURFACE RESTORATION:

A. Restore any damaged surface to a condition equal to or better than it was prior to construction.

1.5 ADJUSTING

A. Adjust operating Products and equipment to ensure smooth and unhindered operation.

B. Adjust all products to assure smooth and proper fit.

1.6 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain on site, one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the Work:

1. Contract Drawings.

2. Specifications.

3. Change Orders and other Modifications to the Contract.

4. Manufacturer’s instructions for assembly, installation and adjusting.

B. Store Record Documents separate from documents used for construction.

C. Ensure entries are complete and accurate, enabling future references by owner.

D. Record information concurrent with construction progress.

E. Specifications: Legibly mark and record at each Product section description of actual Products installed, including the following:

1. Manufacturer's name and product model and number.

2. Product substitutions or alternates utilized.

3. Changes made by Addenda and Modifications.

F. Record Documents and Shop Drawings: Legibly mark each item to record actual construction including:

1. Measured horizontal and vertical locations of underground utilities and appurtenances, referenced to permanent surface improvements.

2. Measured locations of utilities and appurtenances concealed in construction, referenced to visible and accessible features of the Work.

3. Field changes of dimension and detail.

4. Details not on original Contract Drawings.

G. Draw a line through the Engineer title block and seal on all documents submitted as

Record Drawings. Make sure that each of these documents contains the names and dates of the people recording the record information.

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H. Submit documents to Engineer with claim for final Application for Payment.

1.7 WARRANTIES

A. Provide duplicate notarized copies.

B. Execute and assemble transferable warranty documents from Subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers.

C. Verify documents are in proper form, contain full information, and are notarized.

D. Submit prior to final application for Payment.

E. For items of Work delayed beyond date of Substantial Completion, provide updated submittal within 10 days after acceptance, listing date of acceptance as start of warranty period.

1.8 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Provide products, spare parts, maintenance and extra materials in quantities specified in individual specification Sections.

B. Deliver to Project site and place in location as directed by Owner.

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SECTION 01 78 23

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

A. Quality Assurance

B. Format

C. Contents

D. Manual for Equipment and Systems

E. Instruction of Owner's personnel.

F. Submittals.

A. Prepare instructions and data by personnel experienced in maintenance and operation of described products.

1.3 FORMAT

A. Prepare data in the form of a reference manual.

B. Binders: Commercial quality, 8-1/2 x 11, three D side ring binders with durable plastic covers; 2-inch maximum ring size. When multiple binders are used, correlate data into related, consistent groupings.

C. Cover: Identify each binder with typed or printed title OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS; identify title of Project; identify subject matter of contents.

D. Provide tabbed dividers for each separate product and system, with typed description of product and major component parts of equipment.

E. Text: Manufacturer's printed data, or typewritten data on 20-pound paper.

F. Drawings: Provide with reinforced punched binder tab. Bind in with text; fold larger drawings to size of text pages.

G. Contents: Prepare a Table of Contents for each volume, with each Product or system description identified, in three parts as follows:

1. Part 1: Directory, listing names, addresses, and telephone numbers of

Engineer, Contractor, Subcontractors, and major equipment suppliers.

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2. Part 2: Operation and maintenance instructions, arranged by system and subdivided by components. For each category, identify names, addresses, and telephone numbers of Subcontractors and suppliers. Identify the following where applicable:

a. Significant design criteria.

b. List of equipment.

c. Parts list for each component.

d. Operating instructions.

e. Maintenance instructions for equipment and systems.

f. Maintenance instructions for finishes, including recommended cleaning methods and materials, and special precautions identifying detrimental agents.

3. Part 3: Project documents and certificates, including the following:

a. Shop drawings and product data.

b. Certificates.

c. Photocopies of warranties (and bonds).

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