B08_Solicitation_-_Att_1_-_Specifications.pdf

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BROWN V. BOARD OF EDUCATION

NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK

1515 SE Monroe Street, Topeka, KS 66612

ENTRY COURTYARD ABA PAVING

AND DRAINAGE IMPROVEMENTS

PMIS 251211

Drawing No: 80010

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

2026-04-10

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

DIVISION 05 METALS

Section 05 52 13 Pipe Railings

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

Section 31 10 00 Site Clearing Section 31 20 00 Earth Moving

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 32 12 13 Concrete Paving

APPENDIX A – PHOTOS

Existing Handrail for Reference

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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: The Monroe Elementary School entry courtyard was enhanced back in 2002, with paving improvements made to the entry stairs, sloped sidewalk ramps, and storm water conveyance by rerouting the roof drains to connect to the City of Topeka's public storm sewer network. Over the past two decades, the paving has deteriorated throughout the courtyard and on the entry stairs. Freeze/thaw cycles, coupled with ground settling has led to existing paving areas not being ABA compliant for both longitudinal and cross slopes in various areas. There are two ABA curb ramps within city right-of-way connecting to Monroe Street that are too steep and noncompliant. Existing large shade tree roots within the turf grass lawn areas adjacent to Monroe

Street have pushed up the existing ground, including the city sidewalk, causing storm water to not drain freely towards the street during rain events. Storm water then pools up at a low point located at the southeast corner of the entry courtyard abutting the city’s sidewalk, causing the paving to be inundated with water on both NPS and City of Topeka property. This project will improve the paving and drainage components of the courtyard while maintaining the same historical configuration that currently exists onsite.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Park

Monroe Elementary School - Entry Courtyard

1515 SE Monroe Street, Topeka, KS 66612

39° 02’ 17” N, 95° 40’ 35” W.

See plan cover sheet within the construction drawings for project location map.

B. Work consists of improvements to be made within the City of Topeka Right-of-Way (ROW) as well as on NPS property.

New entry courtyard concrete paving and stairs in the same layout as the existing configuration, maintaining the historical jointing patterns that currently exist, but with reconfigured longitudinal and cross slopes that are ABA compliant. Existing signs will be relocated to concrete viewing areas on NPS property, rather than being within the city’s

ROW. The site will be graded so the existing low point where storm water currently pools will be relocated to the turf grass lawn area with drainage directed into an aggregate storage chamber. During higher intensity rain fall events, storm water that ponds in the turf grass lawn area will be graded to allow for overflow discharge onto the ROW sidewalk and be conveyed to Monroe St by means of a new concrete curb ramp that accesses the existing pedestrian loading zone, ultimately draining to the city’s existing storm sewer network.

The project includes removal of approximately 7,362 SF of existing concrete courtyard and stair pavement, 8 LF of existing stair handrails, removing/salvaging/and relocating 7 existing signs, removing/salvaging/and relocating 1 existing ABA door-button pedestal, Page | 4 removing/salvaging/and reinstalling 4 existing door stops, installing/removing approximately

276 LF of tree protection fencing, and installing/removing approximately 266 LF of straw wattles.

Improvements include approximately 1,845 SF of 5" depth, fiber mesh, reinforced pc concrete pavement adjacent to existing trees, 5,497 SF of 5” depth, fiber mesh, pc concrete pavement, 153 SF of 6” depth, fiber mesh, #6 6x6 wire mesh pc concrete ABA curb ramps, 16’ wide pc concrete stairs with (4) - 6 ¼” risers and (3) - 13 ½” treads, 816 SY of 5” depth AB-3 aggregate subbase under pavement, 11 LF of ornamental stair handrails, 23 LF of combined pc concrete curb and gutter (type 1), 39 SF of ABA detectable warning panels with truncated domes, 50 CY of 4” depth top soil stripped and respread, 60 CY of excavation and haul-off, 3

CY of No.57 aggregate with filter fabric for storm water storage chamber, 4,200 SF of turf grass lawn sod, and traffic control.

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

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 75 calendar days from the issuance of the Notice to Proceed.

a. Clarification: The Notice to Proceed will be issued with a period of performance that is all inclusive of supply lead times, material deliveries, decommissioning, installation, anticipated average weather days for location, final commissioning, and acceptance of completed work. The contractor will be expected to provide a project schedule with adequate critical path details to ensure all work is completed within the stated calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed. If weather impacts project beyond typical average weather patterns, contractor shall provide documentation in request for additional days.

1.3 Existing Condition Protections:

A. Preservation of Historical and Archeological Fabric:

i. The Historic and Archeological Data Preservation Act of 1974 provides for the preservation of historical and archeological data that might otherwise be lost as the result of alterations to the terrain caused by a federal or federally licensed activity or program.

ii. IF, in connection with operations under this contract, the Contractor, subcontractors, or employees of any of them, discovers, encounters or becomes aware of any possible historical or archeological remains or data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts not specifically noted within the contract. The

Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity and continue work in other areas outside a 50-foot radius of discovery and notify the

Contracting Officer immediately. When safe to do so, follow up in writing with photographs within 2 days, giving the location and nature of the findings. No objects of cultural resource value may be removed. Contracting Officer will contact other entities as required.

iii. Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the Contracting Officer may order delays in the time of performance and/or changes in the work. If such delays

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iv. The Contractor will be responsible for protecting the cultural resources within and adjacent to the project area from damage. In addition, the Contractor will be liable for all damage to the cultural resources caused by their actions or the actions of their agents or representatives. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer or their representative if any damage occurs to any cultural resource and immediately suspend work in the area in which damage has occurred until authorized to proceed.

v. The Contractor agrees to include this language within all subcontracts.

B. The structure involved in the work of this Contract is a designated historic structure listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Every precaution shall be taken by the

Contractor to prevent damage to existing historical materials, structural components of the building and to the surrounding area. Should any damage be incurred as a result of the Contractor’s operations at the site, it shall be repaired, or the damaged materials replaced in kind by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

C. Protection of Landscaping and Surrounding Structures: All Ground Disturbance at this project shall have oversite by an Owner provided Archeologist. Coordinate schedules as required. The Contractor shall take all necessary measures to provide protection for all trees, fencing, walks and other landscape features and surrounding structures near the work site as noted with the contract. Any such surrounding features damaged, scarred or broken as a result of the Contractor’s operations at the site outside of agreed upon documented extents, shall be treated, repaired or replaced in kind to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

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. Contractor shall be aware that utility information provided in the plans is based on old as built drawings and limited locating services so contractor shall plan to locate utility lines for crossings to verify locations. 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.

B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 to 3 hours. Temporary

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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.

Superintendents’ Compendium:

Brown v. Board of Education National Historic Park (U.S. National Park Service) https://www.nps.gov/brvb/learn/management/brvb-superintendent-compendium.htm

A. Communications: Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer and COR with methods of communications including land and/or cell phone numbers (note some areas of work have limited service coverage), email and in case of emergency 24-hour contact options for duration of time operations.

B. 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.

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

D. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. Coordinate work within City of Topeka ROW areas with appropriate permits, city inspectors and staff. Contractor shall coordinate mobilization, construction equipment, laydown and storage areas, and construction phasing with COR to always keep park access to the public open.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of

8am - 5pm., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated. 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 a minimum of 72 hours in advance of the work, 7 days’ notice is preferred.

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

New Year’s Day

Inauguration Day

Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday

Washington’s Birthday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth National Independence Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

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Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

• 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 at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

C. Do Not disturb site outside of noted disturbance area, including earthwork, and clearing of vegetation, as noted on the construction drawings via the construction and grading limit lines.

Contractor shall provide appropriate mats for equipment on turf areas to reduce soil compaction. Contractor shall remediate soil compaction as directed to do so by the

CO/COR.

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 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. Sanitary Operations:

a. Toilets: Contractor must provide toilets for contractor 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 during the preconstruction meeting.

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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. Vegetation Protection: Coordinate with COR to construct protection fence at drip line of any vegetation impacted within construction and grading limits. Any damaged vegetation is to be restored to original conditions via replacement at no additional expense to the Government. Protection fence to be a temporary barrier, meeting the following requirements: High-density plastic, extruded and stretched polyethylene fabric with 2 inch (50mm) maximum opening pattern, highly visible orange color, 48 inches (1220mm) high, supported by tubular or T-shape galvanized steel posts spaced not more than 96 inches (2440mm) apart. Consult with the COR for any unplanned removals required for vegetation that interferes with construction. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near vegetation to prevent damage.

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. Temporary Enclosures: Provide and maintain temporary enclosures such as snow fence as required for protection of construction in progress and from access by visitors or staff, other construction operations, and similar activities.

6. Hot Work Permit: Submit HW-1 Hot work permit form and receive approval from COR prior to Hot work activities commencing on site.

https://www.nfpa.org/downloadable-resources/forms/hot-work-permit

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project staging area noted on the plans.

Specific storage units shall be provided by the contractor and exact location within staging area shown in the plans may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing. All storage units provided by the contractor shall be in a clean and acceptable condition to the COR. Security of the materials and equipment on site is the Contractor’s responsibility. See construction drawing plan sheet G1.1 for staging plan.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: The existing entry courtyard, Monroe Street, and the park grounds in proximity to Monroe Elementary are considered archaeologically sensitive assets of the park, thus the contractor shall strictly adhere to the construction and grading limit lines denoted on the plans. It is of highest priority that all construction personnel preserve and protect the existing site assets. Reference staging plan and notes on sheet G1.1 for more information.

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3.6 Hauling Restrictions: Contractor shall verify and be responsible for the path accessing the site and obtaining / maintaining all local, state and federal permits/licenses associated with hauling/road requirements and dumping of materials associated with the project.

3.7 Waste Removal, Recycling, and General Housekeeping:

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

1. Contractor is responsible for providing dumpsters for waste and recycling and 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.

Coordinate with COR for approved dumpster locations prior to commencing construction, and reference contractor staging plan on sheet G1.1.

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

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

4. For all waste and recycling removals offsite, contractors shall provide estimates and/or tickets to quantify material weights and report back to the park, submit to COR for review and record filing.

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

A. Existing Buildings:

1. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy buildings that will have construction activities occurring on the exterior immediately adjacent and abutting building 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. Contractor will 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. Contractor will maintain existing building in a weather tight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Protect building and its occupant during construction period.

B. New /Existing Buildings Unoccupied:

1. N/A

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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 preferably electronically by email or optional 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.

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.

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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

A. Contractor shall not have personal radios or other media sources and they shall not be broadcast within NPS property.

B. Noise Control: Perform operations to minimize noise. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR.

C. Repetitive and/or intermittent, high-level noise: Permitted only during Daytime.

1. Do not exceed the following dB(A) limitations at 50 feet: 70 dB(A) More than 12 minutes in any hour, 80 dB(A) More than 3 minutes in any hour.

2. Maximum permissible construction equipment noise levels at 50 feet: Compressors 75 dB(A), Pneumatic Tools 80 dB(A), Pumps 75 dB(A), Saws 75 dB(A), Generators 75dB(A), Vibrators 75 dB(A)

3. Ambient Noise maximum noise levels (dB) for receiving noise area at property line shall be as follows. Residential receiving area: Daytime 65 dB Nighttime 45 dB.

Commercial/Industrial receiving area: Daytime: 67 dB Nighttime: 65 dB

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 visible 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.

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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

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.

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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.

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 are to be submitted prior to the

Preconstruction Conference or as specified at the CO’s discretion. The timeline for the

Page | 14 documents to be submitted will be addressed at the pre-construction conference for those items that were not received and approved prior. Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies if not resolved as directed.

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).

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.

8. Waste Management Plan.

9. Contractors Commissioning Plan.

10. Historic Preservation Treatment Plan Submitted to AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction).

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

a. City of Topeka, ROW Excavation Permit.

b. City of Topeka, Kansas, Public Works Engineering Department

c. Contractor must be licensed to perform construction within City of Topeka, KS.

9.2 Project Submittal Process (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 product color 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).

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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: All brand names noted are subject to ‘or equal’ products. 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. Contractor shall incorporate and be responsible for all collateral costs due to the or equal proposed as required to provide a complete project.

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.

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 General Contractor:

1. Has investigated and shall provide documentation in request showing that the proposed item is equal or superior in all respects to the salient characteristics specified.

2. Will meet or exceed warranties for the proposed 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

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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

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.

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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.

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

ITEM 12 - DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

12.1 Summary

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

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

12.2 List of Contract Line Items

A. Contract Line-Item No. 1

1. This item consists of removing approximately 7,362 SF of existing concrete courtyard and stair pavement, 8 LF of existing stair handrails, removing/salvaging/and relocating 7 existing signs, removing/salvaging/and relocating 1 existing ABA door-button pedestal, removing/salvaging/and reinstalling 4 existing door stops, installing/removing approximately 276 LF of tree protection fencing, and installing/removing approximately 266 LF of straw wattles. Construct approximately 1,845 SF of 5" depth, fiber mesh, reinforced pc concrete pavement adjacent to existing trees, 5,497 SF of 5” depth, fiber mesh, pc concrete pavement, 153 SF of 6” depth, fiber mesh, #6 6x6 wire mesh pc concrete ABA curb ramps, 16’ wide pc concrete stairs with (4) - 6 ¼” risers and (3) - 13 ½” treads, 816 SY of 5” depth AB-3 aggregate subbase under pavement, 11 LF of ornamental stair handrails, 23 LF of combined pc concrete curb and gutter (type 1), 39 SF of ABA detectable warning panels with truncated domes, 50 CY of 4” depth strip and respread top soil, 60 CY of excavation and haul-off, 3 CY of No.57 aggregate with filter

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2. Payment will be made per the contract and percentage of completion level.

END OF SECTION

BRVB PMIS 251211 2026/04/10

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SECTION 055213

RAILINGS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Bronze decorative handrail mouldings.

2. Stainless-steel frame and vertical post for stair hand railings, with factory-applied powder coating.

3. Systems include mechanically fastened and welded assemblies with factory-applied powder coating.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For the following:

1. Manufacturer's product lines of mechanically connected railings.

2. Powder coating system products.

3. Ornamental mouldings and decorative scroll as noted on detail 2/C2.1.

B. Shop Drawings: Include plans, elevations, sections, details, and attachments to other work.

C. Samples: For each type of exposed finish required.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Product Test Reports: For pipe and tube railings, for tests performed by a qualified testing agency, according to ASTM E894 and ASTM E935.

1.4 Quality Assurance

A. Coating Applicator Qualifications: Applicator shall be approved by coating manufacturer and experienced in AAMA 2604 super-durable polyester powder coating systems.

B. WARRANTY: Provide written warranty of not less than 10 years for factory-applied super-durable polyester powder coating system covering:

1. Color Retention

2. Chalk Resistance

3. Adhesion Failure

4. Peeling, cracking or blistering

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Structural Performance: Railings, including attachment to building construction, shall withstand the effects of gravity loads and the following loads and stresses within limits and under conditions indicated:

1. Handrails:

a. Uniform load of 50 lbf/ ft. (0.73 kN/m) applied in any direction.

b. Concentrated load of 200 lbf (0.89 kN) applied in any direction.

c. Uniform and concentrated loads need not be assumed to act concurrently.

2.2 METALS, GENERAL

A. Brackets, Flanges, and Anchors: Cast or formed metal of same type of material and finish as supported rails unless otherwise indicated.

2.3 STAINLESS STEEL

A. Tubing: ASTM A554, Grade MT 316L.

B. Pipe: ASTM A312/A312M, Grade TP 316L.

C. Bar or Channel: ASTM A 276, Grade 316

D. Plate and Sheet: ASTM A240/A240M or ASTM A666, Type 316L.

2.4 MOULDINGS

A. Bronze handrail moulding with volute fitting at handrail extension, JULIUS BLUM CO. #4534-V, or approved equal.

1. Install channels, frames, handrail extensions, fittings, and accessories per manufacturer’s instructions to create a complete railing system matching the existing railing being replaced.

2. Ensure all interfacing materials are compatible. Prevent galvanic corrosion by isolating dissimilar metals. Provide non-conductive separation where required. Shop drawings shall indicate treatment of all dissimilar-metal conditions.

2.5 FASTENERS

A. General: Provide the following:

1. Stainless-Steel Railings: Type 316 stainless-steel fasteners. Concealed where possible.

B. Post-Installed Anchors: Chemical anchors capable of sustaining, without failure, a load equal to 4 times the load imposed when installed in concrete, as determined by testing according to ASTM E488/E488M, conducted by a qualified independent testing agency.

C. Material for Exterior Locations and Where Stainless Steel Is Indicated: Alloy Group 2 (A4) stainless-steel bolts, ASTM F593 (ASTM F738M), and nuts, ASTM F594 (ASTM F836M).

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2.6 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Welding Rods and Bare Electrodes: Select according to AWS specifications for metal alloy welded.

B. Primer shall be integral to specified powder coating system. Field-applied primers are not permitted.

C. Bituminous Paint: Cold-applied asphalt emulsion complying with ASTM D1187/D1187M.

D. Nonshrink, Nonmetallic Grout: Factory-packaged, nonstaining, noncorrosive, nongaseous grout complying with ASTM C1107/C1107M. Provide grout specifically recommended by manufacturer for interior and exterior applications.

2.7 FABRICATION

A. Cut, drill, and punch metals cleanly and accurately. Remove burrs and ease edges to a radius of approximately 1/32 inch (1 mm) unless otherwise indicated. Remove sharp or rough areas on exposed surfaces.

B. Form work true to line and level with accurate angles and surfaces.

C. Welded Connections: Cope components at connections to provide close fit, or use fittings designed for this purpose. Weld all around at connections, including at fittings.

1. Use materials and methods that minimize distortion and develop strength and corrosion resistance of base metals.

2. Obtain fusion without undercut or overlap.

3. Remove flux immediately.

4. At exposed connections, finish exposed surfaces smooth and blended so no roughness shows after finishing and welded surface matches contours of adjoining surfaces.

D. Nonwelded Connections: Connect members with concealed mechanical fasteners and fittings.

Fabricate members and fittings to produce flush, smooth, rigid, hairline joints.

E. Form changes in direction by bending.

F. For changes in direction made by bending, use jigs to produce uniform curvature for each repetitive configuration required. Maintain cross section of member throughout entire bend without buckling, twisting, cracking, or otherwise deforming exposed surfaces of components.

G. Close exposed ends of railing members with prefabricated end fittings.

H. Brackets, Flanges, Fittings, and Anchors: Provide flanges, miscellaneous fittings, and anchors to interconnect railing members to other work unless otherwise indicated.

I. Stainless-steel welds shall be cleaned and passivated per ASTM A380/A967 prior to coating.

2.8 RAILING COMPONTENT FINISHES

A. Stainless Steel Railing Frame Finish: Provide factory-applied super-durable polyester powder coating system.

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1. Coating system shall comply with AAMA 2604. No substitutions permitted without written approval.

2. Coating Type: Super-durable polyester powder coating formulated for exterior architectural applications.

3. Two-coat system.

a. Primer: Factory-applied, compatible with topcoat

b. Topcoat: Super-durable polyester powder coat

4. Film Thickness.

a. Total Dry Film Thickness (DFT): 100–120 microns (4–5 mils) minimum

b. Total dry film thickness includes both factory-applied primer and topcoat layers;

thickness shall be verified per coating manufacturer’s instructions.

5. Performance Requirements.

a. Salt spray resistance: Minimum 3,000 hours per ASTM B117

b. Adhesion: No loss per ASTM D3359

c. Impact resistance: No cracking per ASTM D2794

d. Weathering: Comply with AAMA 2604 requirements

6. Color and Finish

a. Color to match blackened bronze finish

b. Exterior grade, UV Stable

c. Sheen to match blackened bronze finish

7. Surface Preparation

a. A multi-stage pretreatment for the stainless steel is required. Follow coating manufacturer’s written recommendations for cleaning, abrasion, chemical conversion, and drying. Do not substitute field-applied primers.

1) Alkaline cleaning / degreasing

2) Mechanical abrasion or blast profiling

3) Chemical conversion coating (non-chrome or approved equal)

4) Rinse and dry per coating manufacturer requirements

B. Bronze Handrail Finish:

1. Base Material: Mill-finish bronze handrail, by manufacturer

2. Finish System: Blackened bronze treatment with clear exterior-grade, abrasion-resistant protective coating suitable for continuous hand contact.

3. Color Treatment:

a. Basis of Design: Sculpt…