B08 Solicitation Attach 1 Specs.pdf

TABLE OF CONTENTS

01 10 00 DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 2

13513.22 PALEONTOLOGICAL PROTECTION 13

311000 SITE CLEARING 15

312200 GRADING 18

313219 GEOSYNTHETICS 21

321126 FLEXIBLE BASE COURSE 24

321216 ASPHALT PAVING 27

Maps Material Submittals

SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 – SUMMARY

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Background: The existing asphalt parking area of the Maintenance Compound is deteriorated and has been temporarily repaired by sealing cracks or applying additional asphalt grader patches on existing damaged area. The thickness of the pad is estimated to be generally 4 inches thick with some areas consisting of 8 inches thick due to temporary repairs. A deep ditch line exists alongside the parking lot area located on both East and West sides that assist in removal of surface moisture and precipitation. Existing basecourse material under pavement should be removed unless composition includes enough aggregate to obtain proper compaction levels. Subgrade soils should be compacted if base is removed to obtain compaction levels before new base course material or asphalt surfaces are applied. This parking area serves employee parking that consists of pickup trucks and cars.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS:

A. Project Location: Badlands National Park, Jackson County, South Dakota. See Attachment A (parts 1-4) mapping project location and approximate project dimensions.

B. Work consists of: The work for this project consists of removing and replacing approximately 181 cubic yards of asphalt in the maintenance parking area. Existing asphalt will be removed and six to eight inches of 1 ¼ inch base course laid and compacted. Once base course is compacted, the material will be prime coated and cured. Asphalt will be laid in 2-inch lifts with tack coat emulsion applied between layers and on existing vertical cut asphalt faces to project. Asphalt will be 4 inches thick after compressed and compacted. No parking lines are required on this project. Edge of project will have unsupported asphalt edges.

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

D. Period of Performance: Work shall be completed within 45 calendars of Notice to Proceed.

ITEM 2 - EXISTING UTILITIES

2.1 EXISTING UTILITIES

A. Park will be responsible in marking water, gas, sewer, and electrical lines in the project area. Contact park assigned Contract Officer Representative (COR) no later than 2 weeks prior to start of project.

B. Contractor responsible for notifying communication utilities located in the park by calling ‘call before you dig’ site.

C. It is the contractor’s responsibility to make sure markings remain visible once marked for duration of project

D. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair utility. An equitable adjustment will be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the contract.

E. 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:

A. Notify Contracting Officer or Contract Officer Representative (COR) not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shut downs shall not exceed 2 to 3 hours. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor for periods longer than stated allowance.

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.

A. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Representative Officer (COR).

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

C. Pubic Use of Site: Contractor shall always conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

3.2 ON-SITE WORK HOURS: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 7 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., Monday through Thursday, except when otherwise indicated.

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

3.3 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations.

Limit use of premises to parking lot area. The contractor can utilize the lagoon area to stage equipment or supplies required for the project (Attachment A – Item 3). Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Limits: Within 10 feet on either side of exiting or proposed parking area

C. 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.

D. Limit site disturbance, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to:

1. 10 feet beyond existing or proposed parking area

2. All disturbed areas will be landscaped and revegetated by contractor

E. Security and Protection facilities installation:

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

2. Cleaning of Equipment: The Contractor shall ensure that prior to moving on to the Project Area, all equipment, is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Ensure that all equipment has been pressure washed and is free of exotic species prior to start-up of operations and moving of equipment to Project Area. Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds, and other debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools are not required

3. Tree and Planting Protection: Provide Tree Protection fence at drip line of trees impacted in construction area. Coordinate with COR

4. Site Enclosure Fence: Construction equipment stored outside yard have construction fencing wrapped around it to reduce possibilities of wild animals coming in contact with machine solvents or antifreeze

3.4 STORAGE - STAGING AREAS:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the lagoon area (Attachment A – Item 3). Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

3.5 HAULING RESTRICTIONS: Match State and County road requirements for all park work/access.

3.6 HOUSEKEEPING:

A. Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times. Store and use equipment, tools, and materials in a manner that does not present a hazard.

Immediately remove all hazardous rubbish. Do not allow rubbish to accumulate.

Provide onsite containers for collection of rubbish and dispose of it at frequent intervals during progress of work.

B. Dispose of waste materials legally using park dumpsters on site.

C. The contractor is responsible for taking recyclable materials to an appropriate recycling facility for disposition.

3.7 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 Contracting Officer within one day after the meeting.

B. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations).

C. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s and OSHA 29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements. Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

1. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the park

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit

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

3.8 Soils Investigation Report

A. Soils within the project area vary by specific site. Soils at the Amphitheater developed area are soil types frequently associated with “badland” formations and include clay, clay loam, silty clay loam and fine sandy loam. Most of the soils within the Amphitheater area are easily erodible, have moderate to high shrink-swell potential and a relatively high plasticity index. Soils at the Northeast Entrance Station tend to be mostly silt loam and silty clay loam soils common on upland formations within the Badlands. These soils are also highly erodible, but tend to exhibit low shrink-swell potential, and a moderate to low plasticity index.

ITEM 4 – GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIAL

4.1 GRASS SEED MIX

A. Park will provide all specific grass seed for disturbed areas.

1. Contractor will reseed all disturbed areas with park provided-specific grass seed and cover area with natural wood fiber manufactured from 100% biodegradable (non-plastic materials) that may include undyed, wildlife friendly, paper pulp.

2. Place Park approved top soil along exposed concrete edges and slope away from walkway to prevent any sharp drop offs along walkways.

Contractor to removal all construction debris and waste from site.

3. Grass seed amounts is dependent upon damage done to resources and actual requirement in area for material assessed by COR. It is estimated that there will be approximately 2,142 square feet total of disturbed area that will require restoration with Native Grass seed. Park Specific Native grass seed is $12.85 per pound. Requirements per acre (43,560 ft2) is approximately 20 lbs of seed..

4. Area of possible disturbance around construction site suggested to be a total of 2,142 square feet (approximately 1/20th of an acre). Government furnished seed will be provided 1 lb at $12.85 per lbs. = $12.85

B. See Species

1. Park Native Mix

ITEM 5 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

5.1 TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The Contractor shall commence work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

ITEM 6 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

6.1 SITE VISIT: All contractors are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting quotes. See FAR 52.236-27 - Site Visit (Construction).

ITEM 7 - ABBREVIATIONS

7.1 LIST OF ABBREVIATIONS: Verbiage which may be used in the Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, refer to the organizations and specifications of the organizations may be found at https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

ITEM 8 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

8.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of establishing and implementing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

8.2 SUBMITTALS:

A. Accident Prevention Program: At the preconstruction conference submit for approval an accident prevention plan. The program shall include:

1. Name of responsible supervisor to carry out the program

2. First aid procedures

3. Training, both initial and continuing

4. Planning for possible emergency situations

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

6. Recognition that work will be performed in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage

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.

8.3 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.

8.4 ACCIDENT REPORTING: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the Contracting Officer or designee as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

8.5 FIRST AID FACILITIES: Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

8.6 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS: Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

8.7 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment at all times.

8.8 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 9 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: See FAR 52.236-26

ITEM 10 - SUBMITTALS

10.1 GENERAL SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

A. GENERAL: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual 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.

B. Submittal List: A submittal list (Attachment B) has been attached to the end of this Specification Section. The intent is to provide an overall summary of submittal requirements and not a comprehensive list. The requirements of the individual Specification Sections, terms and conditions of the Contract still apply regardless of what is shown on the submittal list.

C. Preconstruction Conference Submittal: 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 will 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.

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention 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. Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the Contactor and all subcontractors.

8. Temporary Storm Water Pollution prevention Plan (SWPPP or UPPP)

9. Waste Management Plan.

10. Quality Control Plan.

10.2 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES: Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet.

A. Product Data: Provide component construction, anchorage method, hardware, etc.

B. For submittals specified above, forward submittals to Contracting Officer at least 7 days before need for approval.

C. After approving submittals, Contracting Officer 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.

10.3 APPROVED EQUALS: Refer to FAR 52.211-6 - If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 3 manufacturers, the purchase description reflects the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs.

The salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet are specified in the solicitation or relevant specification.

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

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

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 part 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.

10.4 PROGRESS SCHEDULES: As soon as possible after Notice of Award and before beginning any work, submit Progress Schedule. Contracting Officer will review the Progress Schedule for format and content. Submit four copies of Progress Schedule (normally in bar chart form) showing estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. The first progress payment will not be issued until an acceptable progress schedule is submitted. The following information must accompany submission of progress schedules prior to processing any pay application:

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

B. 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 will be provided by the Contracting Officer.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

11.1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures, and safety precautions.

11.2 CLEANING: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for use.

11.3 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION AND FINAL INSPECTION: Submit written certification that project is substantially complete, and a final inspection must be requested to the

Contracting Officer in writing. 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 substantially complete, following the final inspection, the. Contracting Officer will prepare a Punch List and issue a Letter of Substantial Completion.

B. If the work is not determined to be substantially complete following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer will notify Contractor in writing. Contractor shall request a new final inspection after completing the work. 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, documented weather permitting.

D. If Contracting Officer determines that the work is not substantially complete; he will immediately notify Contractor in writing, stating reasons. After completing work, Contractor shall resubmit certification and request a new final inspection. Re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

E. If Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items, Contracting Officer will issue Letter of final acceptance of work.

F. 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.

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

11.4 ACCEPTANCE OF THE WORK: After all deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of

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 Substantial Completion.

B. Provide All Warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extents and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall project Substantial Completion.

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

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

SECTION 013513.22

PALEONTOLOGICAL PROTECTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

Badlands National Park is world-renowned for significant deposits of terrestrial vertebrate fossils of late Eocene and early Oligocene geologic ages. Inventory & monitoring of paleontological fossil resources is a primary task for resource managers at the Park and all surface disturbing activities require close coordination with Park Paleontologists. Significant specimens have been discovered within the Cedar Pass developed area and so all demolition and construction work will be conducted to ensure protection of potential paleontological fossil resource discoveries made during construction activities. The areas of the work may contain cultural/archeological and/or paleontological artifacts of historical or scientific value.

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The work of this section consists of protecting paleontological resources contained in soil deposits and providing the services of a Paleontological monitor to be present at the work site for all construction activities involving excavation.

The National Park Service will provide all Paleontological Monitoring Services during all excavations and earthwork activities within the Park at no cost to the Contractor. Contractor shall provide at least 16 hours of advanced working hours notice when such monitoring services will be needed.

B. Paleontological resources discovered during the work of the contract are the property of Badlands National Park.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Paleontological Resources Preservation Act P.L. 111-011: Paleontological Resource is defined as any fossilized remains, traces, or imprints of organisms, preserved in or on the earth’s crust, that are of paleontological interest and that provide information about the history of life on earth, except that the term does not include:

1. Any materials associated with an archeological resources (as defined in section 3(1) of the Archeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 (16 U.S.C. 470bb(1) or

2. Any cultural item (as defined in section 2 of the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act (25 U.S.C. 3001).

B. Paleontological Monitor: The National Park Service will provide all

Paleontological Monitoring Services.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. At least one week before on-site work begins, Contractor shall meet with Contracting Officer Representative and Paleontological Monitor to discuss Daily

Work Schedule and methods that may be used to monitor work. Contractor shall ensure that approved Daily Work Schedule is followed throughout construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 OBSERVATION

A. Paleontological Monitor will observe all ground-disturbing site work from a safe location mutually agreed on by Contractor and Monitor. As new ground is broken, Monitor will examine excavated materials, using construction layout/ staking as a reference point to record locations of findings.

3.2 DISCOVERY OF RESOURCES

A. If Paleontological Monitor discovers resources, immediate relocation of the work to a non- sensitive area may be required to allow Monitor to identify and document resources and, if necessary, develop an appropriate mitigation plan.

While Paleontological Monitor is documenting resources, the Contractor shall relocate work. Lost time will not count against the contract time.

B. Immediately report any discoveries to the Contracting Officer’s Representative or his/ her designated contact.

C. Paleontological Resources discovered during the work of the project are the property of Badlands National Park.

3.3 WORK STOPPAGE

A. The Contractor shall plan, schedule, and execute the work to prevent stoppages at one area from stopping all work at the construction site

DIVISION 2

SECTION 311000 – SITE CLEARING

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Project Location: Badlands National Park, Jackson County, South Dakota – Maintenance Compound

B. Work consists of the following: Project will replace the existing asphalt parking lot located at the Maintenance Compound (Attachment A – Items 1-4). New pavement surfaces will meet the Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (ABAAS).

Contractor will remove existing asphalt material, add gravel and compact, and then place and compact 4 inches of new asphalt material in 2-inch lifts.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. 2015 South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges Sections:

1. Section 100 – Clearing and Grubbing

C. Due to area in paleontological rich area, follow all guidance under Section 013513.22

Paleontological Protection when removing or excavating topsoil or when removing materials above and below grade for site improvements.

1.3 SUMMARY

D. Section includes:

1. Formwork for cast-in-place concrete as indicated. Protecting existing vegetation to remain.

2. Removing existing vegetation.

3. Clearing and grubbing.

4. Stripping and stockpiling topsoil.

5. Removing above- and below-grade site improvements.

6. Disconnecting, capping or sealing, removing site utilities, and abandoning site utilities in place.

7. Temporary erosion- and sedimentation-control measures.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

E. Subsoil: All soil beneath the topsoil layer of the soil profile and typified by the lack of organic matter and soil organisms.

F. Surface Soil: Soil that is present at the top layer of the existing soil profile at the

Project site. In undisturbed areas, the surface soil is typically topsoil; but in disturbed areas such as urban environments, the surface soil can be subsoil.

G. Topsoil: Top layer of the soil profile consisting of existing native surface topsoil or existing in- place surface soil and is the zone where plant roots grow.

H. Topsoil: Top layer of the soil profile consisting of existing native surface topsoil or existing in- place surface soil and is the zone where plant roots grow. Its appearance is generally friable, pervious, and black or a darker shade of brown, gray, or red than underlying subsoil; reasonably free of subsoil, clay lumps, gravel, and other objects more than 2 inches in diameter; and free of subsoil and weeds, roots, toxic materials, or other nonsoil materials.

I. Plant-Protection Zone: Area surrounding individual trees, groups of trees, shrubs, or other vegetation to be protected during construction, and indicated on Drawings.

J. Tree-Protection Zone: Area surrounding individual trees or groups of trees to be protected during construction and defined by a circle concentric with each tree with a radius 1.5 times the diameter of the drip line unless otherwise indicated.

K. Vegetation: Trees, shrubs, groundcovers, grass, and other plants.

1.5 MATERIAL OWNERSHIP

L. Except for stripped topsoil and other materials indicated to be stockpiled or otherwise remain Owner’s property, cleared materials shall become Contractor’s property and shall be removed from project site.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

M. Pre-installation conference: Conduct conference at Project Site.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

N. Traffic: Minimize interference with adjoining roads, streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities during site-clearing operations.

1. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without permission from Owner and authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by Owner or authorities having jurisdiction.

O. Improvements on Adjoining Property: Not Allowed.

P. Salvable Improvements: Carefully remove items indicated to be salvaged and store on Owner's premises.

Q. Utility Locator Service: Call 811 for area where Project is located before site clearing.

R. Do not commence site clearing operations until temporary erosion- and sedimentation- control measures are in place.

S. The following practices are prohibited within protection zones.

1. Storage of construction materials, debris, or excavated material.

2. Parking vehicles or equipment.

3. Foot traffic.

4. Erection of sheds or structures.

5. Impoundment of water.

6. Excavation or other digging unless otherwise indicated.

7. Attachment of signs to or wrapping materials around trees or plants unless otherwise indicated.

T. Do not direct vehicle or equipment exhaust towards protection zones

U. Prohibit heat sources, flames, ignition sources and smoking within or near protection zones.

V. Soil stripping, handling and stockpiling: Perform only when the topsoil is dry or slightly moist.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS – (NOT USED)

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Protect and maintain benchmarks and survey control points from disturbance during construction.

B. Protect existing site improvements to remain from damage during construction.

1. Restore damaged improvements to their original condition, as acceptable to owner.

3.2 TEMPORARY EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

A. Provide temporary erosion- and sedimentation-control measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways, according to erosion- and sedimentation-control and requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Verify that flows of water redirected from construction areas or generated by construction activity do not enter or cross protection zones.

C. Inspect, maintain, and repair erosion- and sedimentation-control measures during construction until permanent vegetation has been established. Erosion control waddles if used must be made of jute or like material that is biodegradable and decomposes within a year which does not include any plastic mesh.

D. Remove erosion and sedimentation controls and restore and stabilize areas disturbed during removal.

END OF SECTION 311000

SECTION 312200 – GRADING

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. 2015 South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges Sections:

1. Section 210 Roadway Shaping

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes:

1. General exterior grading, cutting and filling, including grading for building area, paving, planting areas, banks, and hillsides.

1.3 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

A. General

1. Haul Routes and Restrictions: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction over the area.

2. Before grading, contact 811 for information on public buried utilities and pipelines. Retain the services of an underground utility locator for on-site utilities.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Materials shall conform to requirements specified in this and related sections.

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Protect and maintain installed stakes until their removal is required for the Work.

Provide replacement grade or location stakes lost or disturbed.

B. Install grade stakes and compare to indicated grades. If discrepancies are found between existing grades and grades indicated on Drawings, do not proceed until discrepancies are resolved.

3.2 ROUGH AND FINE GRADING

A. Rough grade area sufficiently high to require cutting by fine grading:

1. Grade area for bituminous surfacing and other paving to the indicated grades, equal to the section of the indicated base and pavement.

2. Slope banks to required finish grades as cut progresses or leave cuts full and finish grade by mechanical equipment to provide grades and soil densities indicated on the Drawings.

3. Rough grade, fill and compact banks beyond indicated finish grades. Finish grade banks and slopes to indicated grades and specified soil densities.

4. Grade Only Areas: In areas not indicated to receive pavement, rough grade to approximate finish grades and then scarify, moisten and roll to obtain required density and indicated finish grades.

5. Tolerances: Finish grades shall be within a tolerance of 0.08 feet vertical over a 12 foot area. Provide an average grade as indicated.

B. Base or Subgrade:

1. After subgrade has been constructed to approximate required grades, scarify to a depth of at least 6 inches:

a. After scarifying, process loosened material to a finely divided condition and adjust moisture content to optimum condition by addition of water, addition and blending of dry suitable material, or by drying of existing material.

b. Subgrade material shall be compacted by tamping, sheepsfoot rollers or pneumatic tire rollers. Required relative compaction shall be 95 percent minimum.

c. Install base course in accordance with Section 321126 Flexible Base Course

2. Tolerance of completed grades of base or subgrade shall not vary more than

0.04 feet over a 10 foot area. Provide an average grade of no more than 2%.

3. At areas found that have or are suspected to have poor subgrade conditions, do not scarify and apply the following work or remedies to obtain compaction:

a. Perform earthwork operations using low-ground pressure equipment.

b. Place non-woven fabric directly on the subgrade for long-term separation.

c. Place geogrid material over the fabric and then cover with dry subbase material to a depth up to 8 inches to provide subgrade stabilization during construction and to achieve proper compaction of the base course.

3.3 EXCESS MATERIAL DISPOSAL

A. Remove rubbish, debris, and waste materials and legally dispose of off the Project

Site.

B. NPS Standard for recycling is 50% diversion rate. The contractor is responsible for taking recyclable materials to an appropriate recycling facility for disposition.

3.4 PROTECTION

A. Protect the Work of this section until Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION 312200

BADL PMIS - 213578 6/01/2020

SECTION 313219 – GEOSYNTHETICS

A. General provisions of the Contract, including any General and Supplementary

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. 2015 South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges Sections:

1. Section 831 Geotextile and Impermeable Plastic Membrane

A. Install geotextile and geogrid in locations as shown on the design documents.

B. Perform all work in compliance with the applicable requirements of the governing authorities having jurisdiction.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Provide copies of material certificates signed by material producer certifying each material item complies with or exceeds specified requirements.

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Storage shall prevent damage and permit access to materials for inspection and identification.

A. Geotextile shall conform to requirements of the South Dakota Department of

Transportation (SDDOT) Standard Specifications.

B. Geotextile shall be furnished in protective wrapping which shall protect the material from ultraviolet radiation and abrasion due to shipping and handling. If the geotextile is to be exposed directly to sunlight in excess of two weeks, the fabric shall be ultraviolet stabilized.

C. Acceptable materials are subject to compliance with the specified requirements.

Acceptable manufacturers offering geotextiles that may be incorporated in the work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Mirafi

2. SI Geosolutions

3. Advanced Drainage Systems

4. Contech Construction Products

5. Approved Equal

D. Geotextile for subgrade stabilization and/or base separation

1. Mirafi 180N

2. SI Geotex 801

3. ADS 7000

4. Contech C-80NW

5. Or Approved Equal

E. Geogrid

1. Tensar TX-160, Or Approved Equal.

Geogrid shall conform to Table 714-1 non-woven specifications Class 1 / E shown on below chart (Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects – FP-14):

Table 714-1 (P. 698)

Separation and Stabilization geotextile and geotextile filter Requirements (1) Strength and Durability Properties

Property Test Method

ASTM

Units Class 1 Class 2

Type of Geotextile Woven Nonwove n

Woven Nonwoven

Elongation at break D4632 % <50 ≥50 <50 ≥50 Minimum grab strength D4632 Lb (N) 320

(1420) (890)

(1110)

(710)

Minimum sewn seam strength

D4632 Lb (N) 290 (1290)

(800)

(980)

(620)

Minimum tear strength D4533 Lb (N) 110 (490)

(360)

(400)

(240)

Minimum puncture strength D6241 Lb (N) 620 (2760)

(1910)

(2220)

(1380)

Minimum ultraviolet stability D4355 % 50% retained strength after 500 hours of exposure

Hydraulic Properties

Property Test

Method

ASTM

Units

Type A

Type B

Type C

Type D

Type E

Minimum permittivity

D4491 S-1 0.7 0.5 0.2 0.1 0.1

Maximum apparent opening size

(AOS)

D4751 Sieve size U.S.

(mm)

No. 40 (0.425)

No. 40 (0.425)

No. 60 (0.250)

No. 40 (0.425)

No. 70 (0.212)

(1) Do not use woven slit film geotextile.

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Geotextile shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's recommended procedures.

B. Fabric shall be placed in manner and at locations shown on the drawings. The surface to receive the geotextile shall be prepared to a smooth condition, free of obstructions, depressions and debris. Fabric shall be placed loosely, not in a stretched condition. Equipment shall not be operated directly on geotextile.

C. For subsurface drainage, the geotextile shall be installed as follows:

1. The geotextile shall be overlapped 12 inches or the full width of the trench;

whichever is less, at the top of the trench. Care shall be taken to place the geotextile in intimate contact with the soil to avoid spaces occurring between the geotextile and the trench. Avoid folds or wrinkles during the placement of the geotextile.

2. The drainage aggregate shall proceed immediately following the placement of the geotextile. The aggregate shall be compacted to 95% standard Proctor density.

D. For silt fence geotextile refer to manufacturer requirements.

E. For subgrade separation, or stabilization, install geotextile smoothly over prepared subgrade. Lap fabric per manufacturer’s recommendations, or 12 inches, whichever is greater. Do not operate trucks or equipment directly on geotextile.

F. For geogrid installation, install in accordance with manufacturer’s requirements.

END OF SECTION 313219

SECTION 321126 – FLEXIBLE BASE COURSE

A. General provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. 2015 South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges Sections:

1. Section 260 Granular Bases and Surfacing

2. Section 882 Aggregates for Granular Bases and Surfacing

A. Flexible base.

B. Compacting.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. ASTM D1557 - Moisture Density Relations of Soils and Soil Aggregate Mixtures

Using 10-1b Rammer and 18-inch Drop.

B. ASTM D1556 - Density of Soil in Place by the Sand Cone Method.

C. ASTM D75 - Sampling Aggregates.

D. ASTM C136 - Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates.

E. ASTM D2922 - Density of Soil and Soil-Aggregate in Place by the Nuclear Methods.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Perform work in accordance with applicable items of SDDOT requirements.

B. Obtain materials from same source throughout.

A. General Requirements: The aggregate for granular bases and surfacing shall consist of sound durable particles of gravel and sand, may include limited amounts of fine soil particles, but shall be free of sod, roots, vegetation, wood, paper, metal, glass, and other foreign objectionable material. The physical characteristics and quality of the materials shall conform to the specifications for the particular material required by the contract.

B. Specific Requirements: Granular material of which 30% of the particles retained on the No. 4 sieve shall contain one or more fractured faces. Aggregates for granular bases and surfacing shall conform to the requirements of Table I.

TABLE I

SIEVE PERCENT PASSING

REQUIREMENT

SUB BASE GRAVEL

CUSION

AGREGATE

BASE

COURSE

LIMESTONE LEDGE ROCK GRAVEL

SURFACING BASE

COURSE

GRAVEL

CUSION

2" 100 1" 70-100 100 100 3/4" 100 80-100 80-100 100 100 1/2" 68-91 68-90 No. 4 30-70 50-75 46-70 42-70 46-70 50-78 No. 8 22-62 38-64 34-58 29-53 29-53 37-67 No. 40 10-35 15-35 13-35 10-28 10-28 13-35 No. 200 0.0-15.0 3.0-12.0 3.0-12.0 3.0-12.0 3.0-12.0 4.0-15.0 Liquid Limit Max 25 25 25 25 Plasticity Index 0-6 0-6 0-6 0-3 0-3 4-12 L.A. Abra. Loss, max.

50 40 40 40 40 40

Foot Notes 2 1,2 Processing Required crushed crushed crushed crushed crushed crushed

1. The fraction passing the No. 200 (75 μm) sieve shall not be greater than 2/3 of the fraction passing the No. 40 (425 μm) sieve. In no case shall the upper limit specified for the No. 200 (75 μm) sieve be exceeded.

2. Requirements include quarried ledge rock.

3.1 PREPARATION OF SUBGRADE

A. If used, do not place fabric, geogrid or base course on subgrade until it is dry.

B. Dry the subbase by removing the asphalt and the base course. Keep exposed to the environment until the subbase is adequately dry per the method described below.

C. Verify acceptable dryness of the existing subbase with a dynamic cone penetrometer. An average CBR value of 3.33 is required to advance to construction of the base course . If failure occurs, continue to dry. Working the top six inches with a motor grader (when subgrade can support the vehicle) and/or a tracked vehicle is permitted to speed up the drying time. Compact the disturbed subgrade with a steel drum roller until the average CBR value of 3.33 is achieved.

Alternate test methods compliant with South Dakota DOT specifications may be used to determine if the subbase is adequately compacted to support construction equipment (after the subbase is dry). Subgrade testing shall be conducted by a material testing company.

D. When the subgrade is dried adequately, place the fabric and geogrid if required to gain stability per the manufacturer’s instructions.

E. Place initial base course material in one 12” lift and compact to density requirements. Place additional base course material at appropriate lift depths necessary to achieve final base grade level and ensure final surface is compacted to density requirements.

3.2 CONSTRUCTION METHODS

A. Flexible base shall be provided at a depth of 8 inches to the minimum compacted thickness.

3.3 DENSITY

A. Flexible base shall be compacted to a minimum of 95 percent of the maximum density as determined by the modified moisture density relation ASTM D1557 at -2 to +3 percent of optimum. Field density to be determined by ASTM D1566 or

ASTM D2922.

3.4 FIELD SAMPLING

A. Laboratory Testing and Inspection Services: As specified by Owner.

END OF SECTION 321126

SECTION 321216 - ASPHALT PAVING

PART 2 - GENERAL

2.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Hot-mix asphalt paving.

B. Related Requirements:

1. General provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

2. 2015 South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) Standard Specifications for Roads and Bridges Sections:

a. Section 320 Asphalt Concrete

b. Section 321 Asphalt Concrete – Class D, E, G

2.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Job Mix Formula

B. Manufacturer’s technical data for materials and products

2.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with the requirements of the SDDOT Specifications

2.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Information in soils report does not constitute a guarantee of accuracy or uniformity of soil conditions over project site.

2.5 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

1. Review methods and procedures related to hot-mix asphalt paving including, but not limited to, the following:

a. Sources of paving materials, including capabilities and location of plant that will manufacture hot-mix asphalt.

b. Requirements for protecting paving work, including restriction of traffic during installation period and for remainder of construction period.

c. Quality control of asphalt paving materials and asphalt paving construction practices.

2. Require representative of each entity directly concerned with asphalt paving to attend, including the following:

a. Contractor’s superintendent

b. Asphalt paving Subcontractor

2.6 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Include technical data and tested physical and performance properties.

Joint sealant.

Joint filler.

Asphalt Job Mix Formula

B. Hot-Mix Asphalt Designs:

Certification, by local DOT, of approval of each hot-mix asphalt design proposed for the Work.

2.7 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For paving-mix manufacturer.

B. Material Certificates: Include statement that mixes containing recycled materials will perform equal to mixes produced from all new materials. Certificate should indicate amount of recycled asphaltic material is present in new materials.

Aggregates.

Asphalt binder.

Cutback prime coat.

Emulsified asphalt prime coat.

Tack coat.

2.8 SUBMITTAL COORDINATION

A. Material Submittal List: A material submittal list (Attachment C) has been attached to the end of this Specification Section. The intent is to provide an overall summary of the submittal requirements and not a comprehensive list. The requirements of the individual Specification Sections, terms and conditions of the Contract still apply regardless of what is shown on the material submittal list.

2.9 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications: A paving-mix manufacturer registered with and approved by authorities having jurisdiction or the DOT of state in which Project is located.

2.10 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Traffic Control: Maintain access for vehicular and pedestrian traffic as required for other construction activities.

B. Environmental Limitations: Do not apply asphalt materials if subgrade is wet or excessively damp, if rain is imminent or expected before time required for adequate cure, or if the following conditions are not met:

Prime Coat: Minimum surface temperature of 60 deg F.

Tack Coat: Minimum surface temperature of 60 deg F.

Asphalt Base Course and Binder Course: Minimum surface temperature of 40 deg F and rising at time of placement.

Asphalt Surface Course: Minimum surface temperature of 60 deg F at time of placement.

PART 3 - PRODUCTS

3.1 AGGREGATES

A. General: Use materials and gradations that have performed satisfactorily in previous installations.

B. Coarse Aggregate: ASTM D692/D692M, sound; angular crushed stone, crushed gravel, or cured, crushed blast-furnace slag.

C. Fine Aggregate: ASTM D1073 or AASHTO M 29, sharp-edged natural sand or sand prepared from stone, gravel, cured blast-furnace slag, or combinations thereof.

1. For hot-mix asphalt, limit natural sand to a maximum of 10 percent by weight of the total aggregate mass.

D. Mineral Filler: ASTM D242 or AASHTO M 17, rock or slag dust, hydraulic cement, or other inert material, if recommended by applicable state highway department standards.

3.2 ASPHALT MATERIALS

A. Asphalt Binder: ASTM D6373 or AASHTO M 320 binder designation [PG 64-22]

[PG 70-22].

B. Emulsified Asphalt Prime Coat: ASTM D977 or AASHTO M 140 emulsified asphalt, or ASTM D2397/D2397M or AASHTO M 208 cationic emulsified asphalt, slow setting, diluted in water, of suitable grade and consistency for application.

C. Tack Coat: ASTM D2397 or AASHTO M 208 cationic emulsified asphalt, slow setting, diluted in water, of suitable grade and consistency for application.

3.3 COMPOSITION OF MATERIALS

A. The asphalt concrete shall be composed of a mixture of aggregate, asphalt binder, additives, and approved modifiers. No reclaimed asphalt pavements (RAP) are allowed in the asphalt concrete unless specified in the plans

B. Aggregate fractions shall be combined in such proportions that the resulting mixture meets the specified requirements.