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Mount Rushmore National Memorial

Keystone, SD

Renovate Existing Lincoln and Washington Garages Water Intrusion and Accessibility Deficiencies MORU

PMIS NO. 314109

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

(Issued for Bid)

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

INTERIOR REGIONS 3,4,5

March 2023

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Table of Contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS 1

DIVISION 00 — PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS 2

00 01 07 - SEALS AND SIGNATURES

DIVISION 01 — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 4

01 10 00 - SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 02 — EXISTING CONDITIONS 6

02 41 00 - DEMOLITION

DIVISION 32 — EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS 8

32 13 13 - CONCRETE PAVEMENT

32 16 23 - CONCRETE SIDEWALK AND STEPS

D I V I S I O N 0 0

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING

REQUIREMENTS

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SEALS AND SIGNATURES

00 01 07 - SEALS AND SIGNATURES

I hereby certify that the portion of the Specifications described below was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am a duly registered Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of South

Dakota.

Christopher M. Bailey, P-11323 03/01/2023

Pages or Specifications divisions or sections covered by this seal:

Divisions: 01, 02, 32

Sections: All

END OF SEALS AND SIGNATURES

D I V I S I O N 0 1

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: This project will address accessibility deficiencies outlined in the 2014 Accessibility

Assessment conducted by the National Center on Accessibility for both the Lincoln and Washington parking garages at Mount Rushmore National Memorial. Approximately 3000 SF of concrete surface area will be renovated to meet Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) standards, all accessible signage will be replaced to meet new standards, and accessible parking areas will be re-stripped to meet ABA correct dimensions. Design development shall include evaluation of the existing conditions and related components.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Mount Rushmore National Memorial, 13000 SD Highway 244, Keystone, SD 57751

B. Work consists of: Removal and replacement of approximately 645 SF of concrete surfacing to correct

ABA deficiencies. Removal to a depth of 1.5 IN to avoid existing reinforcing steel and replacement concrete to correct slopes. Approximate 67 SF of full depth concrete removal near the leaking beam to correct water intrusion issues and replacement with new concrete and sealing of the area with penetrating concrete sealer. Beam repair will include shoring to support structural elements during replacement.

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

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 70 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed. The period of performance is inclusive of 5 weather days. All work must be completed between October 1 and May 1.

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:

E. Notify CO and COR not less than two business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

F. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 to 3 HRS. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor for periods longer than stated allowance or if required for critical systems as determined by COR.

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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.

https://www.nps.gov/moru/learn/management/superintendent-s-compendium.htm

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 FT 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. Contractor shall coordinate with the Park and Concessionaire to determine work areas and allowable closures during construction. Anticipated that one garage at a time will be closed for construction operations.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 8 a.m. to

5 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 HRS in advance of the work.

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

New Year Day

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 working on one garage at a time. 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. Define site disturbance area, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to:

1. No earthwork or clearing of vegetation is required with this project.

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2. Work limits as defined in the plan sheets.

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 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. 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. 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.

F. 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.

G. Tree and Plant Protection: N/A.

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

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

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

J. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to trees.

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

L. 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.

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

N. 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.

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b. Locate vehicular gates to avoid interference with traffic on public thoroughfares.

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

d. 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.

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. One parking garage at a time will have an area on the lower level identified for storage. Limits of use and control shall be subject to

Contracting Officer’s approval. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

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. The Contractor is required to obtain and maintain any hauling permits required by local, county, state, and federal authorities.

3.7 Housekeeping:

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

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

b.

c. 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 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

HRS.

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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

HRS.

3.9 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.

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

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

3.10 Noise and Acoustics Management:

A. Noise Control: Perform concrete removal 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.

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

1. Do not exceed the following dB(A) limitations at 50 FT:

Sound Level in dB(A) Time Duration of Impact Noise

70 More than 12 minutes in any hour

80 More than 3 minutes in any hour

2. Maximum permissible construction equipment noise levels at 50 feet:

EARTHMOVING dB(A) MATERIALS HANDLING dB(A)

Compressors 75 Pneumatic Tools 80

Pumps 75 Saws 75

Generators 75 Vibrators 75

C. Ambient Noise:

1. Maximum noise levels (dB) for receiving noise area at property line shall be as follows:

a. Residential receiving area:

Daytime: 65 dB Nighttime: 45 dB

b. Commercial/Industrial receiving area:

Daytime: 67 dB Nighttime: 65 dB https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926

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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 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, snow/freezing, 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.

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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 four (4) 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 National Park Service Emergency Dispatch.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

8.1 The successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend a Preconstruction Conference. 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.

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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).

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor.

i. standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

8. Waste Management 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 IN 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.

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.

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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 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. As determined by the CO, weekly/bi-weekly progress meetings will be scheduled. Contractor shall provide agendas including a minimum of the following outline: 1) Safety, 2) Submittals, 3) RFI’s, 4) Schedules, 5) Other

Issues. 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.

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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.

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.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXCUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

D I V I S I O N 0 2

EXISTING CONDITIONS

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DEMOLITION

SECTION 02 41 00 - DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. General provisions applicable to all demolition and removals.

2. Civil/site demolition and removals.

3. Architectural and structural demolition and removals.

4. Disposal of demolition debris, materials, and equipment.

B. Scope:

1. Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, and incidentals as shown, specified and required for demolition, removals, and disposal Work.

2. The Work under this Specifications section includes, but is not necessarily limited to:

a. Demolition and removal of existing materials and equipment as shown or indicated in the Contract Documents. The Work includes demolition of structural concrete, foundations, pavement, curbs, sidewalks, gutters, and similar existing materials, equipment, and items.

3. Demolitions and removals indicated in other Specifications Sections shall comply with requirements of this Specifications Section.

4. Perform demolition Work within areas shown or indicated.

5. Pay all costs associated with transporting and, as applicable, disposing of materials and equipment resulting from demolition and removals Work.

C. Related Requirements:

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Referenced Standards:

1. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

a. 241, Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations.

B. Regulatory Requirements:

1. Demolition, removals, and disposal Work shall be in accordance with 29 CFR

1926.850 through 29 CFR 1926.860 (Subpart T – Demolition), and all other

Laws and Regulations.

2. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

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1.3 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination:

1. Review procedures under this and other Specifications Sections and coordinate the Work that will be performed with or before demolition and removals.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Informational Submittals: Submit the following:

1. Procedure Submittals:

a. Demolition and Removal Plan: Not less than ten days prior to starting demolition Work, submit acceptable plan for demolition and removal

Work, including:

1) Other proposed procedures as applicable.

2) Equipment proposed for use in demolition operations.

3) Recycling/disposal facility(ies) proposed, including facility owner, facility name, location, and processes. Include copy of appropriate permits and licenses, and compliance status.

4) Planned demolition operating sequences.

5) Detailed schedule of demolition Work in accordance with the

Schedule accepted by Engineer.

2. Notification of Intended Demolition Start: Submit in accordance with Paragraph

3.1.A of this Specifications Section.

1.5 SITE CONDITIONS

A. Owner makes no representation of condition or structural integrity of area(s) to be demolished or where removals are required by the Contract Documents.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Notification:

1. Not less than 48 HRS prior to commencing demolition or removal, advise

Engineer in writing of planned start of demolition Work. Do not start removals without permission of Engineer.

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2. Where demolition or removals has potential to affect adjacent properties, occupants, streets, or other public thoroughfare, transportation facilities, and utilities, furnish required notices to Owners and occupants of properties, buildings, and structures that may be affected by the demolition of removal.

3. In accordance with Laws and Regulations, furnish to authorities having jurisdiction, including emergency services as necessary, appropriate notices of planned demolition and removals.

4. Submit to Engineer copies of notices furnished to adjacent property owners, occupants, and Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

B. Protection of Adjacent Areas and Facilities:

1. Perform demolition and removal Work in manner that prevents damage and injury to property, structures, occupants, the public, and facilities. Do not interfere with use of, and free and safe access to and from, structures and properties unless allowed by the Contract Documents otherwise allowed in writing by Owner.

2. Closing or obstructing of roads, drives, sidewalks, and passageways adjacent to the Work is not allowed unless indicated otherwise in the Contract Documents.

Conduct the Work with minimum interference to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

3. Provide temporary partitions between demolition work areas and (a) areas that will be occupied during demolition and removals, and (b) areas accessible to the public or visitors. Temporary partitions shall be sturdy, braced plywood in good condition, of dimensions sufficient to adequately screen demolition work from view of occupants, public, and visitors. Maintain temporary partitions in place until demolition and removals work in the subject area is complete or until other

Work requires removal of temporary partitions.

4. Provide appropriate temporary barriers, lighting, sidewalk sheds, and other necessary protection.

5. Repair damage to facilities that are to remain which such damages results from

Contractor’s operations.

C. Remediation:

1. If unanticipated Hazardous Environmental Condition is believed to be encountered during demolition and removals, comply with requirements of the

General Conditions, as may be modified by the Supplementary Conditions.

3.2 DEMOLITION - GENERAL

A. Locate construction equipment used for demolition Work and remove demolished materials and equipment to avoid imposing excessive loading on supporting and adjacent walls, floors, framing, facilities, and Underground Facilities.

B. Pollution Controls:

1. Use water sprinkling, temporary enclosures, and other suitable methods to limit emissions of dust and dirt to lowest practical level.

2. Do not use water when water may create hazardous or objectionable conditions such as icing, flooding, or pollution.

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3. Clean adjacent structures, facilities, properties, and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by demolition Work, in accordance with the General

Conditions.

C. Explosives:

1. Explosives are not allowed at the Site. Do not use explosives for demolition and removal Work.

D. Comply with NFPA 241.

E. Building or Structure Demolition and Removals:

1. Unless otherwise approved by Engineer, proceed with demolition from top of building or structure to the ground. Complete demolition Work above each floor or tier before disturbing supporting members of lower levels.

2. Demolish concrete in small sections.

3. Remove structural framing members and lower to ground using hoists, cranes, or other suitable methods. Do not throw or drop to the ground.

4. Break up and remove foundations, mats, and slabs-on-grade unless otherwise shown or indicated as remaining in place.

5. Temporary Bracing and Supports:

a. Provide temporary bracing and supports sufficient to maintain safety, stability, and resist all loads to which the structure may be subject during demolition and removals, until entirety is permanently removed or permanently stabilized.

b. Temporary bracing and supports shall be sufficient for associated dead load, live load, transient loading, and dynamic loads such as wind, seismic, and other loads to which the temporary bracing or support may be subject.

c. Where appropriate, retain a professional structural engineer, duly licensed and registered in the same jurisdiction as the Site, to design temporary bracing and supports.

F. Finishing of Surfaces Exposed by Removals: Unless otherwise shown or indicated in the Contract Documents, surfaces of walls, floors, ceilings, and other areas exposed by removals, and that will remain as finished surfaces, shall be repaired and re-finished with materials that match existing adjacent surface, or as otherwise approved by

Engineer.

3.3 STRUCTURAL REMOVALS

A. Remove structures to lines and grades shown or indicated, unless otherwise directed by

Engineer. Where limits are not shown or indicated, limits shall be four inches outside item to be installed. Removals beyond limits shown or indicated shall be at

Contractor’s risk and expense and such excess removals shall be reconstructed to satisfaction of Engineer without additional cost to Owner.

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B. Recycling and Reuse of Demolition Materials:

1. All concrete, brick, tile, masonry, roofing materials, reinforcing steel, structural metals, miscellaneous metals, plaster, wire mesh, and other items contained in or upon building or structure to be demolished shall be removed, transported, and disposed of away from the Site, unless otherwise approved by Engineer.

2. Do not use demolished materials as fill or backfill adjacent to structures, in pipeline trenches, or as subbase under structures or pavement.

C. After removing concrete slabs, and similar construction that ties into the Work or to existing construction, neatly repair the junction point to leave exposed only finished edges and finished surfaces.

D. Where parts of existing structures are to remain in service following demolition, remove the portions shown or indicated for removal, repair damage, and leave the building or structure in proper condition for the intended use.

1. Remove concrete and masonry to the lines shown or indicated by sawing, drilling, chipping, and other suitable methods. Leave the resulting surfaces true and even, with sharp, straight corners that will result in neat joints with new construction and be satisfactory for the purpose intended.

2. Do not damage reinforcing bars beyond the area of concrete removal. Do not saw-cut beyond the area to be removed.

3. Reinforcing bars that are exposed at surfaces of removed concrete that will not be covered with new concrete shall be removed to 1.5 IN below the final surface.

Repair the resulting hole, with repair mortar for concrete and grout for masonry, to be flush with the surface.

4. Where existing reinforcing bars are shown or indicated to extend into new construction, remove existing concrete so that reinforcing bars are clean and undamaged.

E. Where anchoring materials, including bolts, nuts, hangers, welds, and reinforcing steel, are required to attach the Work to existing construction, provide such materials under this Specifications Section, unless specified elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

3.4 DEMOLITION OF SITE IMPROVEMENTS

A. Pavement, Sidewalks, Curbs, and Gutters:

1. Demolition of asphalt or concrete pavement, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters, as applicable, shall terminate at cut edges. Edges shall be linear and have a vertical cut face.

2. To cut pavement, sidewalks, curbs, and gutters, use machinery or tools that provides a smooth-cut edge, appropriate for the required. Where cut edges are not smooth, repair the cut edge to remain to provide a smooth, even appearance.

B. Fencing, Guardrails, and Bollards:

1. Remove to the limits shown or indicated on the Drawings.

2. Completely remove below-grade posts and concrete.

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C. Other Site Improvements: When the Contract Documents require removal of other site improvements not addressed above, copy with Contract requirements for removal of buildings or structures.

3.5 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLITION DEBRIS

A. Disposal – General:

1. Promptly remove from the Site all debris, waste, rubbish, material, and equipment resulting from demolition and removal operations. Promptly upon completion of demolition and removal operations, remove from the Site construction equipment used in demolition Work.

2. Do not sell at the Site demolition materials or removed equipment. If materials, equipment or debris will be sold by Contractor, remove the items from the Site and perform the sale or transaction elsewhere, in accordance with Laws and

Regulations.

B. Transportation and Disposal:

1. Non-Hazardous Materials, Equipment, and Debris: Properly transport and dispose of non-hazardous demolition materials, equipment, and debris at appropriate landfill or other suitable location, in accordance with Laws and

Regulations. Non-hazardous material does not contain Constituents of Concern such as (but not limited to) asbestos, PCBs, petroleum, hazardous waste, radioactive material, or other material designated as hazardous in Laws or

Regulations.

2. Hazardous Materials, Equipment, and Debris: When handling and disposal of items containing Constituents of Concern is included in the Work, properly transport and dispose of such items in accordance with the Contract Documents and Laws and Regulations.

C. Submit to Engineer information required in this Specification Section on proposed facility(ies) where demolition materials, equipment, and debris will be recycled. Upon request, Engineer or Owner, shall be allowed to visit recycling facility(ies) to verify adequacy and compliance status. During such visits, recycling facility operator shall cooperate and assist Engineer and Owner.

D I V I S I O N 3 2

EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

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CONCRETE PAVEMENT

SECTION 32 13 13 - CONCRETE PAVEMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Concrete pavement.

B. Related Specification Sections include but are not necessarily limited to:

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Referenced Standards:

1. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

(AASHTO):

a. M153, Standard Specification for Preformed Sponge Rubber and Cork

Expansion Joint Fillers for Concrete Paving and Structural Construction

(ASTM D1752).

b. M171, Standard Specification for Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete

(ASTM C1271).

c. M182, Standard Specification for Burlap Cloth Made from Jute or Kenaf and Cotton Mats.

d. M213, Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Fillers for

Concrete Paving and Structural Construction (Nonextruding and Resilient

Bituminous Types) (ASTM D1751).

e. M224, Standard Specification for Use of Protective Sealers for Portland

Cement Concrete.

f. M233, Standard Specification for Boiled Linseed Oil Mixture for

Treatment of Portland Cement Concrete.

2. American Concrete Institute (ACI):

a. 305R, Guide to Hot Weather Concreting.

b. 306R, Guide to Cold Weather Concreting.

3. ASTM International (ASTM):

a. A615/A615M, Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain Carbon-

Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement.

b. A1064/A1064M, Standard Specification for Carbon-Steel Wire and

Welded Wire Reinforcement, Plain and Deformed, for Concrete.

c. C33/C33M, Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates.

d. C150/C150M, Standard Specification for Portland Cement.

e. C174/C174M, Standard Test Method for Measuring Thickness of Concrete

Elements Using Drilled Concrete Cores.

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f. C309, Standard Specification for Liquid Membrane-Forming Compounds for Curing Concrete.

g. D698, Standard Test Methods for Laboratory Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Standard Effort (12,400 FT-LBF/FT3 (600 kN-M/M3)).

h. D1751, Standard Specification for Preformed Expansion Joint Filler for

Concrete Paving and Structural Construction (Nonextruding and Resilient

Bituminous Types).

i. D1752, Standard Specification for Preformed Sponge Rubber Cork and

Recycled PVC Expansion Joint Fillers for Concrete Paving and Structural

Construction.

j. D4253, Standard Test Methods for Maximum Index Density and Unit

Weight of Soils Using a Vibratory Table.

k. D4254, Standard Test Methods for Minimum Index Density and Unit

Weight of Soils and Calculation of Relative Density.

4. Federal Specification (FS):

a. SS-S-1614, Sealants, Joint, Jet-Fuel-Resistant, Hot-Applied for Portland

Cement and Tar Concrete Pavements (Withdrawn with no replacement).

b. Concrete installer shall have successfully completed at least three other projects of similar size and type.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop Drawings:

1. Product technical data including:

a. Acknowledgement that products submitted meet requirements of standards referenced.

2. Mix design(s) shall meet the requirements of an A40 mix per SDDOT

Specifications.

3. Qualifications of concrete installer.

4. Drawings detailing all reinforcing.

5. Scaled cross section detail of crown template with dimensions showing off sets from level line.

6. Concrete pavement joint pattern for paved areas.

7. Test reports: Concrete cylinder test results from field quality control.

B. Samples: Samples of fabricated jointing materials and devices.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Concrete for the new pavement will be an A40 Concrete Mix Design mixed and proportioned in accordance with Section 460 of the SDDOT Construction

Specifications with the following modifications.

1. The cementitious content minimum is 525 LB/yd3 and the maximum is 610

LB/YD3.

2. The coarse aggregate gradation will be in accordance with Section 820 of the SDDOT Construction Specifications and size #3. For existing A40 mix designs size #3 may be substituted in lieu of sizes #1 and #15. The minimum coarse aggregate content is 50%.

3. The mix design will be based upon obtaining an average concrete compressive strength 900 PSI above the specified minimum 28-day compressive strength.

4. This mix will be considered to be used in a bridge deck and will meet all slump, air, and fly ash requirements shown below Table 1 in Section 460 of the SDDOT

Construction Specifications.

B. The coarse aggregate in the existing structure is a natural aggregate. The coarse aggregate in the new concrete will be limestone in accordance with Section 820 of the

SDDOT Construction Specifications. No other type of coarse aggregate will be allowed.

C. Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A615/A615M, Grade 60.

D. Welded Wire Reinforcement:

1. ASTM A1064/A1064M.

2. Flat.

3. Clean, free from dirt, scale, rust.

E. Preformed Joint Filler:

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