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Nicodemus National Historic Site

Nicodemus, Kansas

Install Water Line, Service Connection and Yard Hydrant

PMIS 325778

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

March 3, 2023

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

DIVISION

Section 02511 Water Service Line and Yard Hydrant

Section 02310 Site Excavation

DRAWINGS (Or PHOTOGRAPHS)

AME Church NW corner of ADAMS and

3rd

Approximate location of city

4-inch waterline

Proposed 3/4-inch service line with meter, and yard hydrant approximately 56- foot and 10-foot west of building

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SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: install a frost-free yard hydrant for park maintenance and service needs. This will include tapping a 4-inch PVC city main water line. The installation of a meter and Meter Box of Bituminous fiber type, that is compliant with the township management. Install approximately 56 feet of 3/4-inch NSF-pw HDPE water line at a depth of 42 to 48-inches. Coordinating work with National Park Service, archeological monitoring will be provided by the service. Install a frost-free lockable yard hydrant.

The trench will deepen and need to widen (OSHA terracing standard) at the water main area to access and tap the 4-inch main line. This area will also have the new manhole placed which will house the water meter. Water line bedded in 4-inches and covered with 4-inches of sand, then backfill with excavated dirt to within 1-foot of grade.

Install warning marking tape then complete the backfilling of trench. Seed area with buffalo grass watering the planted grass for 3 weeks or accordingly to seed source.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: A.M.E. Church Located on the NW corner of Adams Avenue and 3rd Street in Nicodemus KS. The township of Nicodemus and Nicodemus NHS are in Graham County, Kansas, along US Highway 24.

B. Work consists of: The work for this project consists of installing water meter and meter box, approximately 56 to 60 foot of 3/4-inch water line, tapping connection to existing water main and installing yard hydrant and reseeding of affected area.

1. Coordinate all work with the Nicodemus Township Board or their representative as it addresses the connection to water main and meter requirements. The Township Board representative contact information will be provided to the winning bidder.

C. All work will be performed under a single contract.

D. Period of performance: Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 45 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed. The period of performance is inclusive of 2 weather days.

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ITEM 2 – PROTECTING EXISTING UTILITIES

2.1 Protecting Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR) and utility companies as required to request location services prior to and to coordinate any excavation/digging operations, and/or for demolition if within Scope of Work.

2.2 Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities on site or indoors. If contractor damage occurs, alert CO and COR as soon as safely possible, and repair utility at no additional expense to the Government. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, contact CO and COR as soon as safely possible.

2.3 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 below:

A. Notify CO and COR not less than two business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions. Also notify the township POC B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 to 3 hours. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor for periods longer than stated allowance or if required for critical systems as determined by COR.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

Superintendent's Compendium - Nicodemus National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)

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

B. Smoking is not permitted within any Federal building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

C. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

A. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, early morning, or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the CO and COR. Submit requests for work outside of the stated normal business hours to the CO and COR for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

The following Federal holidays are observed by the National Park Service:

New Year Day https://www.nps.gov/nico/learn/management/superintendent-s-compendium.htm https://www.nps.gov/nico/learn/management/superintendent-s-compendium.htm

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Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday Washington’s Birthday Memorial Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day

B. Note: Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding

Friday; holidays falling on Sunday will be observed on the following Monday. The specific day that each holiday is recognized for each year can be found at the following site: Federal Holidays (opm.gov).

3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to construction area as shown on site plan. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, access roads, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles always. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances. Park vehicle on paved road surfaces only, staging area for storage of supplies only https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2022 https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2022

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C. Define site disturbance area, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to:

i. 2 feet beyond center line of waterline trench unless terracing of trench to comply with

OSHA trenching requirement.

ii. At least 10 feet from the AME Church Structure and buried utilities. beyond surface walkways, patios, surface parking, and utilities less than 12 inches in diameter

iii. Do not lean or place material, or tools on the AME Church Structure or any of the building apparatus.

D. Utilities

1. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract

Sum as required.

2. Water Service: Water from existing water system is not available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Use resources wisely and minimize waste of water.

3. Electric Power Service: Electric power from existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Power may or may not meet your construction power tool requirements, provide generators if questionable. Use power in a resourceful manner and avoid excess power waste.

4. Waste Operation:

a. Toilets: Contractor provided for contracting personnel, sufficiently lighted and ventilated toilet facilities in weatherproof, sight proof, handicap accessible (if required), sturdy enclosures with privacy locks. Coordinate with COR for approved location if not shown on attached site plan.

b. Waste Removal / Recycling: Contractor is responsible for removing all waste created by the project. Contractor shall recycle to the highest degree possible and empty dumpsters as necessary to avoid debris on site. Locate as shown on site plan or coordinated with COR.

E. Security and Protection facilities:

1. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with state and federal environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

2. Cleaning of Equipment: The Contractor shall ensure that prior to moving on to the Project Area, all equipment, is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Ensure that all equipment has been pressure washed and is free of exotic species prior to start-up of operations and moving of equipment to Project Area.

Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds, and other debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools are not required.

3. Tree and Plant Protection: N/A.

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4. Pest Control: Follow best practices to minimize attraction and harboring of rodents, roaches, and other pests and to perform extermination and control procedures at regular intervals so Project will be free of pests and their residues at project completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

5. Site Enclosure Fence: Before construction operations begin, furnish, and install portable chain link fencing in a manner that will prevent people and animals from easily entering site and or storage areas except by entrance gates.

a. Extent of Fence: As required to enclose portion determined sufficient to accommodate construction operations and storage.

b. Locate pedestrian entrance gates as required to provide controlled personnel entry.

c. Maintain security by limiting number of keys and restricting distribution to authorized personnel. Provide CO and or COR with one set of keys or utilize double lock with NPS lock.

6. Security Enclosure and Lockup: N/A

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project staging area noted on the plans/aerial. Specific storage and staging area’s may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing. Reference 3.3

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: N/A

3.6 Hauling Restrictions: Contractor to verify path to site and meet state and county road requirements and height restrictions for all park work/access.

3.7 Housekeeping:

A. Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times.

1. Dispose of waste materials and recycling legally outside the park. The contractor shall not use park dumpsters

2. Address Recycling: Government goal is to salvage and recycle as much nonhazardous construction waste as possible. Use sustainable methods to extent possible during this project, recycling material as is probable with local means. Maintain accurate documentary records for submittal of all recycled materials used including fly ash and slag cement.

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

A. Existing Buildings:

1. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy buildings near the area that will be under construction during the entire contract period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits, unless otherwise indicated.

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a. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from the CO or COR.

b. Maintain existing building in a weather tight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Protect building and its occupants during construction period.

B. New /Existing Buildings Unoccupied: N/A

3.9 Photo Documentation:

A. Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed. Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted electronically by email or via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 mega pixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

B. Existing Condition Images:

1. Before starting construction, take color, dated, digital images of project site and adjacent property/roads/etc. that may be impacted by construction activity/traffic. Include existing items to remain or be salvaged from different vantage points and with context for location identification.

C. Construction Progress Images:

1. Document all sub-surface work/ trenches etc. prior to backfill with photos covering enough overall field view to show location and then zoom in for details. (Locations and dimensions shall also be noted on as built drawing set.)

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc.

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

D. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc..

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

3.10 Fire and Life Safety:

A. As a minimum, conduct one weekly 15 minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman or supervisor and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Topics need to coincide with work scheduled for the following week. Document and submit meeting minutes to the CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

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B. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

C. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturers and OSHA 29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements 1926 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (osha.gov). Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

1. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the CO, COR, and park.

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

3. Train employees how to respond to a spill and use the emergency response kit.

3.11 Noise and Acoustics Management N/A

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

4.1 The Contractor shall commence work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Contractor shall coordinate and incorporate long lead and delivery time items within the schedule.

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids.

Contractors will be accountable for understanding existing conditions. No cost changes for items viewable during site visit will be allowed.

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, standards and organizations which may be used in/referred within the

Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, may be found linked from the listed page below. On the home page, follow the link under “Contracting and Procurement” labeled “NPS Reference Standards.” https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

7.1 Description: The work of this section consists of establishing and implementing an effective accident prevention program (APP) and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

7.2 Submittals:

A. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (APP): Submit a site-specific accident prevention (safety) plan. The Plan shall be written to comply with OSHA and project requirements (a generic plan is not acceptable) including but not limited to the following:

1. Name and qualifications of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. First aid and rescue procedures.

3. Training, both initial and continuing.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to provide for property protection and safety of the public, National https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926 https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926 https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

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Park Service personnel, and Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase, with a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)/Job Safety Analysis (JSA), etc. A sample JHA template may be provided upon request.

5. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as cave-ins, earthquake, explosions, fires, floods, power outages, slides, and windstorms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

6. Contractor to identify nearest location of medical facility for emergencies

7. Recognition that works will be performed in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage if applicable.

8. Supplemental hazard specific plans may be required IAW 29 CFR 1926 or 1910.

B. Meeting and Inspection Reports: Safety Meetings: As a minimum, conduct 15 minute

"toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Submit a report of safety meetings and inspections to CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

7.3 Qualification of Employees:

A. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner to include operators of vehicles and equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

B. Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

7.4 Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the CO and COR as soon as safely possible and assist the CO and COR and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

7.5 First Aid Facilities: Provide access to facilities for the number of employees and appropriate to the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

7.6 Emergency Instructions: Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

7.7 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment at all times.

A. PPE must meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards. Selection shall conform to OSHA 29CFR 1926 Subpart E.

B. A hard hat use area shall be designated by the Contractor. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

C. All PPE will be serviceable at all times. At a minimum, maintain 2 sets of PPE including hard hats and all other Accident Prevention Plan required equipment.

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7.8 Hazardous Materials: It shall be the responsibility of all operators and contractors, functioning within the park to properly cleanup, mitigate and remediate if necessary, all unauthorized discharges of hazardous materials or non-hazardous chemical and biological products released from fleet and/or other support vehicles or stationary sources. Response shall be consistent with guidelines established by federal, state, and local regulations, and as outlined within the operator's Safety or Hazardous Materials Business Plan.

A. If a spill, leak, or other release occurs, the operator shall as soon as possible, without impeding cleanup, notify the local 911 Emergency Response, COR and or the National Park Service Emergency Dispatch.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

8.1 If the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend. The Contracting Officer’s notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by subcontractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed. See Item 9.1C below.

ITEM 9 - SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Contracting Submittal Procedures:

A. General: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Technical Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections.

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted via electronic email using

National Park Service form CM-16 form. The form will be provided by the Contracting Officer. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Submit completed CM-16 forms to the CO and the COR

B. Submittal List: administrative required submittals are listed below in 9.1.C and does not include technical section submittal requirements included in each technical section.

C. Preconstruction Conference Submittal: Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation, and any applicable bonds, must be submitted within 10 calendar days of Notice of Award. The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference:

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule. (Must include shop drawings, procurement time including long lead time items, mobilization, trade work progression and completion at minimum.)

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (see section 7 of this document).

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5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

9.2 Project Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples: Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet and a list of required submittals is included in each technical specification or attached at the end of this document.

A. Shop Drawings: Indicate all coordinating materials and work impacting the installation coordination, connection details, anchorage requirements, hardware locations, and installation details and locations.

1. Submit Shop Drawings according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and two full size hardcopy documents to COR.

B. Product Data: Provide component construction and specification data sheets, anchorage requirements and any other product specific data.

1. Submit Product Data according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) to COR.

C. Samples: Submit 2 color samples 4” x 6” minimum in size for all color and product selections.

Paint samples shall be actual paint finish drawdown for all project colors.

1. Submit Samples CM-16 Transmittal Form according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and physical samples of actual material to COR.

D. For submittals specified above, forward submittals to Contracting Officer and COR at least 15 days before need for approval (depends on length of project).

E. After approving submittals, Contracting Officer and/or COR will return one copy to the

Contractor. If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return all copies to Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 1 manufacturer, the description of the proposed item must reflect the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs as demonstrated by the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet and/or exceed that as specified in the solicitation or relevant specification.

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

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified and with the salient characteristics provided.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

5. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

C. Approved Equals will be evaluated and approved/disapproved during the submittal process.

9.4 Schedule of Values: Submit the Schedule of Values a minimum of one week prior to the

Preconstruction Conference for COR review. Schedule of Values shall include defined work line items with cost break downs including labor, material, and equipment for COR approval.

9.5 Progress Reporting: The initial Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values are required a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. After the Notice to Proceed is issued and after on-site work begins, progress will be documented via daily logs and by providing an updated Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values when requested, but minimally with each pay application. Submit digital copy electronically (PDF preferred) of all required documents.

Construction Schedules are normally in bar chart form and indicate estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. For a pay application to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner, the following information must either be submitted prior to or accompany submission of the pay application:

A. Daily/weekly progress reports during construction as part of the administration process.

B. Updated Schedule of Values: Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for payment. The work activities broken out within the schedule of values shall be integrated into and made a logical part of the construction baseline schedule submitted under this specification. The total costs for the component work activities shall equal the contract price for that lump-sum item. The Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. A sample Schedule of Values format may be provided upon request.

ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

10.1 It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide temporary services, equipment, tools, and skilled labor as required for the chosen means and methods to perform the work in accomplishing this Contract.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

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11.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures working toward Final Acceptance.

11.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. Move attic stock to location coordinated with COR. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for intended use. Inspector holds the right to reschedule if project is not ready for inspection.

11.3 Completion and Final Inspection: Contractor shall submit written certification of project completion and request a final inspection to the Contracting Officer and COR. The Contracting Officer or designee will make an inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

A. If the work is determined to be complete following the final inspection with minor comments, the COR will prepare and provide the Contractor a Punch List noting outstanding items to be addressed.

B. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer will notify Contractor in writing, stating reasons. Contractor, after completing the work according to the Contract Documents, shall resubmit completion and request a new final inspection. Re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

C. Contractor shall complete the Punch List within 30 calendar days, or a time directed by the

CO.

D. Once Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items are accepted, Contracting Officer will issue Letter of Final Acceptance of Work and request the final pay application.

E. If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time frame, the Contracting Officer may correct the work with an appropriate reduction in contract price or charge for re-inspection costs in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

F. Disposition of any permits and warranties required by the specifications in this section.

11.4 Final Acceptance of the Work: After all punch list deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of

Final Acceptance will be issued. A Release of Claims document must be executed and submitted to the Contracting Officer before final payment can occur.

11.5 Warranties

A. Construction Warranty shall be based on date of final acceptance of the work and remain in effect for one year.

B. Provide all manufacturer warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extent of coverage and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall final acceptance.

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C. Information shall include operation and maintenance manuals for each warranted product.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXCUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

NICO PMIS 325778 02511 Water Lines – 1 of 3

SECTION 02511

WATER SERVICE LINES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This section includes the installation of a 3/4-inch water service line complete with a curb stop, curb box, meter and a yard hydrant and other appurtenances.

The yard hydrant shall be located within approximately 56 feet of the ADAM Street on west end of the AME Church in Nicodemus, Kansas and be capable of being locked, drained of water, and winterized.

1.02 RELATED WORK

A. Section 02310 –Utility Trenching and Backfill

1.03 REFERENCES

A. AWWA C901-08 – Polyethylene (PE) Pressure Pipe and Tubing, ½-Inch through 3-inch, For Water Service.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Water Service Line B. Meter and pressure regulator C. Meter pit D. Piping E. Corporation Stop or tee fitting F. Saddles, Tees, or Tapped Couplings G. Curb Stop valve and Boxes H. Yard Hydrant

1.05 ACCEPTANCE

A. Work covered by this section will not be accepted until satisfactory backfilling and testing is complete.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 WATER LINE AND APPURTENANCES

NICO PMIS 325778 02511 Water Lines – 2 of 3

A. Polyethylene Pipe

1. IPS size pipe with a minimum pressure rating of DR9-200 psi. Pipe shall conform to AWWA C901.

2. High density, ultra high molecular weight polyethylene pipe compound PE-

3608.

3. For 3/4-inch lines use stainless steel stiffeners on compression couplings as recommended by manufacturer...

4. Approved manufacturers

a. Driscopipe

b. Excel

c. Approved Equivalent

B. Water Main Meter; meets or exceed AWWA C700 standard; Lead-Free

NSF/ANSI 372 certified and NSF/ANSI 61 compliant. Measurement in US gallon with accuracy +/-1.5%, Temperature ranges up to 80 Degrees F, and Maximum pressure of 150PSI. Neptune T-10 meter or equivalent

C. Pressure Regulator; Lead Free construction, integral stainless-steel strainer, Pressure adjustable range 25 to 75 PSI. Standard bypass due to thermal expansion. Watts LFN55B-M1 or equivalent

D. Meter Pit: Bituminous, HDPE or PVC Construction, withstand 150 PSIG. Depth of pit to maintain the meter below frost line. Of style and type that meter is mounted to a platform which can be raised to top of pit for servicing needs.

Mueller company Thermal Coil Meter Box or equivalent.

E. Fittings: Lead Free, Size, grade, joint type, and lining to match pipe, and as recommended by the pipe, meter, and hydrant manufacturer.

F. Curb Stops - Angle Ball Meter Valve: Lead Free construction, conforms to AWA Standard C800 ASTM B584 Quarter-Turn valve, check, and drain, F.I.P, ¾-inch size, or as indicated on drawings.

G. Frost Proof Yard Hydrant, Lead Free construction, lockable and drainable with anti-siphoning. With a 3 to 4-foot bury dept and 24 to 30-inches expose above grade. Woodford, or Simmons or approved equal

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 WATER SERVICE LINE AND APPURTENANCES

NICO PMIS 325778 02511 Water Lines – 3 of 3

A. Install water service lines as indicated.

B. Install at the location as directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

C. Install lines:

1. Splices are not allowed in the service line without the written permission of the CO through the submittal process.

D. Install Yard Hydrant connect hydrant to install piping using lead free fitting.

Place yard hydrant upon the bedding fill. Back fill up to 1-foot as describe in Section 02310. Then check of leak and operation of Hydrant

E. Curb stops and boxes

1. Utilizing Indian Health Services Design attached

2. Install Set curb stops on a solid concrete block 4 inches thick by 8 inches wide by 16 inches long placed on 6-inches of pea gravel or backfill material.

3. Set the top of curb boxes flush with finished grade elevation.

4. Support curb box during the backfilling operation to prevent movement and maintain a vertical position.

3.02 AS-BUILTS

A. Provide as-built information on service line and yard hydrant.

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SITE EXCAVATION AND GRADING

SECTION 02310

SITE EXCAVATION (TRENCHING) AND GRADING

PART 1 GENERAL

1 .1 DESCRIPTION

A. The work of this section consists of site excavation (trenching) and grading.

1 .2 NOT USED

1 .3 CLASSIFICATION

A. All other excavation under this section will be considered unclassified regardless of the nature of material encountered.

1 .4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Maintain fills, slopes, and ditches within the limits of the new construction until final acceptance. Repair damaged areas at no additional expense to the Government.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2 .1 BEDDING

A. Material shall be predominantly sand and gravel, having a plasticity index less than 6.

Install 4-inches of bedding material. Material is to be place smooth and level prior to the placement of the waterline

B. Once water line installation is complete cover water line and fittings with 4-inches of additional bedding material.

2 .2 IMPORTED BORROW (NA)

2 .3 WATER

2 .4 TURF GRASS SEED SOD

Buffalo Grass seed or Sod that is drought tolerant. Fort Larned and Nicodemus NHS use Sharp Brothers Seed TEXOK, (or equivalent)

PART 3 EXECUTION

3 .1 STRIPPING AND STOCKPILING TOPSOIL

A. Strip topsoil within the construction limits to a depth approved by the Contracting Officer.

The Contracting Officer will designate locations for stockpiles. The maximum haul distance, pick-up point to stockpile, will not exceed 1000 feet.

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SITE EXCAVATION AND GRADING

3 .2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL – Not used

3 .3 EXCAVATION

Excavate (trench) within the specification of Division 1 Keep excavation free from water during construction. As directed, stockpile excavated material to be used for back fill.

Excavate to a minimum depth of 42-inchs and a maximum depth of 50-inches. Trench width shall be restricted to allow safe work environment and ensure quality installation of water line and other accompaniments. Excavate by hand within 3-foot of any marked utility or known feature. Coordinate excavation with COR and NPS archologist for excavation monitoring purpose.

3 .4 BEDDING UTILITY LINE AND BACKFILL

Material shall be predominantly sand and gravel, having a plasticity index less than 6.

Install 4-inches of bedding material. Material is to be place smooth and level prior to the placement of the waterline. Once water line installation is complete cover water line and fittings with 4-inches of additional bedding material

Ensure the placement of the meter pit is complete prior to back filling operation

Use spoils for excavation to fill remainder of trench once yard hydrant and water line are operational and no leaks are detected.

3 .5 COMPACTION

A. Compact the top 2.5 feet of trench to 95 percent of the maximum density as determined by ASTM D698-91, at plus or minus 2 percent of the optimum moisture content.

3 .6 SUBGRADE TOLERANCE NA

3 .7 PLACING TOPSOIL and SEEDING

A. Field dress and rake smooth and level with neighboring grade levels. Seed or sod disturbed areas with Buffalo Grass. Provide for watering of seeded area for 3 weeks or in accordance with seed provider watering requirements.

3 .8 DISPOSAL

A. Dispose of all surplus and unsuitable material

PART 4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4 .1 SITE EXCAVATION AND GRADING

A. Payment will be included in the bid item to which this work relates.