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This document is a comprehensive set of construction specifications for a sanitary sewer system renovation project at Kyles Landing within Buffalo National Riverway in Harrison, Arkansas. The project involves removing and replacing the existing septic system, which was installed in 1997 and has reached the end of its useful life. The work includes removing existing septic tanks, installing a new dual pump lift station with automatic controls and flow measurement, constructing a new force main, and creating a new mound/drain field.

The project specifications cover multiple technical divisions, including site clearing, earthwork, electrical work, utilities, and process interconnections. Key components include a new wet well with submersible pumps, a valve vault, and a new septic tank system. The project has a defined period of performance of 175 calendar days (including 10 weather days), with specific requirements for environmental protection, site restoration, and testing. The specifications provide detailed guidelines for installation, materials, testing, and quality control, ensuring a comprehensive approach to replacing the existing septic infrastructure at the Kyles Landing Campground.

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NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

BUFFALO NATIONAL RIVERWAY

HARRISON, ARKANSAS

KYLES LANDING SEWER RENOVATIONS

BUFF

PMIS NO. 325914

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

(Construction Documents)

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

MIDWEST REGION

April 17, 2024

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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 10 — SPECIALTIES 8

10 14 00 - IDENTIFICATION DEVICES

DIVISION 26 — ELECTRICAL 10

26 05 00 - ELECTRICAL - BASIC REQUIREMENTS

26 05 19 - WIRE AND CABLE - 600 VOLT AND BELOW

26 05 26 - GROUNDING AND BONDING

26 05 33 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES

26 05 43 - ELECTRICAL - EXTERIOR UNDERGROUND

26 08 13 - ACCEPTANCE TESTING

DIVISION 31 — EARTHWORK 17

31 10 00 - SITE CLEARING

31 22 00 - SITE GRADING

31 23 33 - TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING FOR UTILITIES

31 25 00 - EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROLS

DIVISION 32 — EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS 22

32 15 40 - CRUSHED STONE SURFACING

32 91 13 - TOPSOILING AND FINISHED GRADING

32 92 00 - SEEDING, SODDING AND LANDSCAPING

32 92 19.23 - NATIVE GRASSES AND SEEDING

DIVISION 33 — UTILITIES 27

33 05 07 - HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLING

33 05 16 - PRECAST CONCRETE MANHOLE STRUCTURES

33 05 33.23 - POLYETHYLENE PRESSURE PIPE AND TUBING (AWWA C901 AND AWWA C906) 30

33 31 11 - GRAVITY SEWER PIPELINE AND MANHOLE CONSTRUCTION

33 32 13 - PACKAGE SEWAGE PUMPING STATION

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Table of Contents

DIVISION 40 — PROCESS INTERCONNECTIONS 1

40 05 00 - PIPE AND PIPE FITTINGS - BASIC REQUIREMENTS

40 05 51 - VALVES - BASIC REQUIREMENTS

40 05 61 - GATE VALVES

40 05 66 - CHECK VALVES

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 Arkansas.

Christopher Bailey 04/15/2024

Pages or Specifications divisions or sections covered by this seal:

Divisions: 01, 02, 31, 32, 33, 40

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 Arkansas.

William Paul Cassity, No. 20022 08/23/2023

Pages or Specifications divisions or sections covered by this seal:

Divisions: 10, 26

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: The existing septic system and drain field at Kyles Landing was installed in 1997 and has reached the end of its useful life and is in need of replacement. The existing drainfield location is susceptible to seasonal flooding and it is believed that the drain field is no longer functioning properly.

Limited access to the existing septic tank also limits the park’s ability to know when there is a need for pumping until backups occur.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Buffalo National Riverway, 402 N. Walnut Street, Harrison, AR, 72601. Kyles Landing

Campground, Co Rd 56, Jasper, AR 72641.

B. Work consists of: This project includes removal and replacement of the sanitary sewer system at the

Kyles Landing Comfort Station within Buffalo National Riverway. This will include removal of the existing septic tanks, installation of a new septic tanks, new dual pump lift station and valve vault with automatic controls/flow measurement, new force main, and new mound/drain field.

1. Removal work includes removal of the existing septic tank, dosing tank, piping as needed, and abandonment of the existing drainfield.

2. New dual pump lift station to include submersible pumps, stainless steel guiderails, stainless steel hangers, chains, floats, automatic controls, flow measurement, power surge protection and motor saver protection.

3. New wet well sized for the existing and future needs. The wet well cover shall be easy to lift, be lockable and have fall safety grates incorporated within the cover.

4. New valve vault to include check valves, gate valves and cleanout ferrel for future pigging of the force main. The valve vault shall also provide for accurate flow measurement of the sewage pumped into the sewage system.

5. New septic tank/tanks ahead of the lift station.

6. Boring a new force main extending from the new lift station valve vault to a new mound/drain field at Kyles Landing.

7. Installing the new drain field with piping and distribution boxes.

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

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 175 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed. The period of performance is inclusive of 10 weather days.

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.

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

2.3 Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated below:

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

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

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

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

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

C. 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.

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

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

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

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 hours 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:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2022

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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, coordinate storage areas with Park staff. 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. 15 feet beyond main utility branch trenches and new structure installations.

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. Security and Protection Facilities:

F. 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.

G. 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.

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H. Tree and Plant Protection: Provide Tree Protection fence at drip line of trees impacted in construction area. Coordinate with COR. Restore damaged areas to original condition, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

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

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

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

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

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

M. 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.

N. 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.

O. Site Enclosure Fence: N/A

P. Security Enclosure and Lockup: N/A

3.3 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.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: Cutting and removal of trees over 6 IN DBH is only allowed from

November 15 to March 15 so all tree removal must be coordinated with park staff and completed within that timeframe.

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

3.7 Housekeeping:

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

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

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

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

A. Existing Buildings: N/A

3.9 Photo Documentation:

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A. Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed.

Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted electronically by email or via CD-R Archival Gold or

DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 mega pixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

B. Existing Condition Images:

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

C. Construction Progress Images:

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

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

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

D. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

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

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

3.9 Fire and Life Safety:

A. 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.

B. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturers and OSHA 29CFR1926 Subpart

D requirements 1926 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (osha.gov). Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

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

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

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

3.11 Noise and Acoustics Management

A. Noise Control: Perform excavation and soil boring 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: N/A

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926

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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 explosions, fires, floods, power outages, slides, thunderstorms, falling trees, and windstorms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

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

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

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

B. Meeting and Inspection Reports: Safety Meetings: As a minimum, conduct 15 minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Submit a report of safety meetings and inspections to CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

7.3 Qualification of Employees:

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

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

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

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

ITEM 9 - SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Contracting Submittal Procedures:

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

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

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

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

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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 standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

8. Waste Management Plan.

9. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP or UPPP) Submitted to AHJ (Authority

Having Jurisdiction).

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

a. Individual Onsite Wastewater System Permit.

b. Arkansas Department of Health, Newton County.

c. Information required from the Government to complete the permit application.

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

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

1. Submit Shop Drawings according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or

.TIF) and two full size hardcopy documents to COR.

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

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

C. Samples: Submit 2 color samples 4” x 6” minimum in size for all color and product selections. Paint samples shall be actual paint finish drawdown for all project colors.

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

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

E. After approving submittals, Contracting Officer and/or COR will return one copy to the Contractor. If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return all copies to Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

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9.3 Variance from Project Specification: If an item in this solicitation is identified as “model or equal”, the description of the proposed item must reflect the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the

Government’s needs as demonstrated by the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that

“equal” products must meet and/or exceed that as specified in the solicitation or relevant specification.

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

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

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

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

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

5. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists. Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

9.5 Progress Reporting: The initial Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values are required a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. After the Notice to Proceed is issued and after on-site work begins, progress will be documented via daily logs and by providing an updated Construction

Schedule and Schedule of Values when requested, but minimally with each pay application. Submit digital copy electronically (PDF preferred) of all required documents. Construction Schedules are normally in bar chart form and indicate estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. For a pay application to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner, the following information must either be submitted prior to or accompany submission of the pay application:

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

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

Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. A sample Schedule of

Values format may be provided upon request.

ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

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

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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. Electrical 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 existing sanitary sewer piping, septic tanks, and similar existing materials, equipment, and items.

b. Existing drainfield piping shall not be disturbed and left in place with the observation point capped as detailed in the drawings.

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. Section 31 10 00 - Site Clearing.

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.

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2. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Qualifications:

1. Electrical Removals: Entity and personnel performing electrical removals shall be electrician(s) legally qualified to perform electrical construction and electrical work in the jurisdiction where the Site is located.

2. Plumbing Removals: Entity and personnel performing plumbing removals shall be plumber(s) legally qualified to perform plumbing construction and plumbing work in the jurisdiction where the Site is located.

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) Plan for coordinating shut-offs, capping, temporary services, and continuing utility services.

2) Other proposed procedures as applicable.

3) Equipment proposed for use in demolition operations.

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

5) Planned demolition operating sequences.

6) 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.

3. Qualifications Statements:

a. Name and qualifications of entity performing electrical removals, including copy of licenses required by Authorities Having Jurisdiction.

b. Name and qualifications of entity performing plumbing removals.

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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.

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.

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C. Existing Utilities: In addition to requirements of the General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, and Division 01 Specifications, perform the following:

1. Should unforeseen, unknown, or incorrectly shown or indicated Underground

Facilities be encountered, Contractor responsibilities shall be in accordance with the General Conditions as may be modified by the Supplementary Conditions.

Cooperate with utility owners in keeping adjacent services and facilities in operation.

2. Sanitary Sewerage: Before proceeding with demolition, locate and cap all sewer lines and service laterals discharging from the building or structure being demolished.

3. Shutdown of utility services shall be coordinated by Contractor, assisted by

Owner as required relative to contacting utility owners.

D. 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.

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.

3.3 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.

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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.

C. Manholes, Vaults, Chambers, and Handholes:

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

2. If not shown or indicated on the Drawings, remove to not less than three feet below finished grade indicated on the Drawings.

D. Landscaping: Comply with Section 31 10 00 - Site Clearing.

E. 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.

3.4 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.

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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 1 0

SPECIALTIES

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IDENTIFICATION DEVICES

SECTION 10 14 00 - IDENTIFICATION DEVICES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Tag, tape and stenciling systems for equipment, piping, valves, pumps, ductwork and similar items.

2. Hazard and safety signs.

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

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Referenced Standards:

1. American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME):

a. A13.1, Scheme for the Identification of Piping Systems.

2. The International Society of Automation (ISA).

3. National Electrical Manufacturers Association/American National Standards

Institute (NEMA/ANSI):

a. Z535.1, Safety Color Code.

b. Z535.2, Environmental and Facility Safety Signs.

c. Z535.3, Criteria for Safety Symbols.

d. Z535.4, Product Safety Signs and Labels.

4. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

a. 70, National Electrical Code (NEC).

b. 704, Standard System for the Identification of Hazards of Materials for

Emergency Response.

5. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

a. 29 CFR 1910.145, Specification for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags.

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1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop Drawings:

1. Product technical data including:

a. Catalog information for all identification systems.

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

2. Identification register, listing all items in PART 3 of this Specification Section to be identified, type of identification system to be used, lettering, location and color.

3. Schedule of Hazard and Safety Signage indicating text and graphics.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Subject to compliance with the Contract Documents, the following manufacturers are acceptable:

1. W.H. Brady Co.

2. Panduit.

3. Seton.

4. National Band and Tag Co.

5. Carlton Industries, Inc.

2.2 MANUFACTURED UNITS

A. Type A1 - Round Metal Tags:

1. Materials:

a. Aluminum or stainless steel.

b. Stainless steel shall be used in corrosive environments.

2. Size:

a. Diameter: 1-1/2 in minimum.

b. Thickness: 0.035 IN (20 GA) minimum.

3. Fabrication:

a. 3/16 IN minimum mounting hole.

b. Legend: Stamped and filled with black coloring.

4. Color: Natural.

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B. Type A2 - Rectangle Metal Tags:

1. Materials: Stainless steel.

2. Size:

a. 3-1/2 x 1-1/2 IN minimum.

b. Thickness: 0.036 IN (20 GA) minimum.

3. Fabrication:

a. 3/16 IN minimum mounting hole.

b. Legend: Stamped and filled with black coloring.

4. Color: Natural.

C. Type A3 - Metal Tape Tags:

1. Materials: Aluminum or stainless steel.

2. Size:

a. Width 1/2 IN minimum.

b. Length as required by text.

3. Fabrication:

a. 3/16 IN minimum mounting hole.

b. Legend: Embossed.

4. Color: Natural.

D. Type B1- Square Nonmetallic Tags:

1. Materials: Fiberglass reinforced plastic.

2. Size:

a. Surface: 2 x 2 IN minimum.

b. Thickness: 100 MILS.

3. Fabrication:

a. 3/16 IN mounting hole with metal eyelet.

b. Legend: Preprinted and permanently embedded and fade resistant.

4. Color:

a. Background: Manufacturer standard or as specified.

b. Lettering: Black.

E. Type B2 - Nonmetallic Signs:

1. Materials: Fiberglass reinforced or durable plastic.

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2. Size:

a. Surface: As required by text.

b. Thickness: 60 MILS minimum.

3. Fabrication:

a. Rounded corners.

b. Drilled holes in corners with grommets.

c. Legend: Preprinted, permanently embedded and fade resistant for a 10 year minimum outdoor durability.

4. Color:

a. Background: Manufacturer standard or as specified.

b. Lettering: Black.

5. Standards for OSHA signs: NEMA/ANSI Z535.1, NEMA/ANSI Z535.2, NEMA/ANSI Z535.3, NEMA/ANSI Z535.4, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145.

F. Type C - Laminated Name Plates:

1. Materials: Phenolic or DR (high impact) acrylic.

2. Size:

a. Surface: As required by text.

b. Thickness: 1/16 IN.

3. Fabrication:

a. Outdoor rated and UV resistant when installed outdoors.

b. Two layers laminated.

c. Legend: Engraved through top lamination into bottom lamination.

d. Two drilled side holes, for screw mounting.

4. Color: Black top surface, white core, unless otherwise indicated.

G. Type D - Self-Adhesive Tape Tags and Signs:

1. Materials: Vinyl tape or vinyl cloth.

2. Size:

a. Surface: As required by text.

b. Thickness: 5 MILS minimum.

3. Fabrication:

a. Indoor/Outdoor grade.

b. Weather and UV resistant inks.

c. Permanent adhesive.

d. Legend: Preprinted.

e. Wire markers to be self-laminating.

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4. Color: White with black lettering or as specified.

5. Standards for OSHA signs: NEMA/ANSI Z535.1, NEMA/ANSI Z535.2, NEMA/ANSI Z535.3, NEMA/ANSI Z535.4, OSHA 29 CFR 1910.145.

H. Type E - Heat Shrinkable Tape Tags:

1. Materials: Polyolefin.

2. Size: As required by text.

3. Fabrication:

a. Legend: Preprinted.

4. Color: White background, black printing.

I. Type F - Underground Warning Tape:

1. Materials: Polyethylene.

2. Size:

a. 6 IN wide (minimum).

b. Thickness: 3.5 MILS.

3. Fabrication:

a. Legend: Preprinted and permanently imbedded.

b. Message continuous printed.

c. Tensile strength: 1750 psi.

4. Color: As specified.

J. Underground Tracer Wire:

1. Materials:

a. Wire:

1) 12 GA AWG.

2) Solid.

b. Wire nuts: Waterproof type.

c. Split bolts: Brass.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

A. Fasteners:

1. Bead chain: #6 brass, aluminum or stainless steel.

2. Plastic strap: Nylon, urethane or polypropylene.

3. Screws: Self-tapping, stainless steel.

4. Adhesive, solvent activated.

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2.4 MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Where stenciled markers are provided, clean and retain stencils after completion and include in extra stock, along with required stock of paints and applicators.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION

A. Install identification devices at specified locations.

B. All identification devices to be printed by mechanical process, hand printing is not acceptable.

C. Attach tags to equipment with sufficient surface or body area with solvent activated adhesive applied to back of each tag.

D. Attach tags with 1/8 IN round or flat head screws to equipment without sufficient surface or body area, or porous surfaces.

1. Where attachment with screws should not or cannot penetrate substrate, attach with plastic strap.

E. Single items of equipment enclosed in a housing or compartment to be tagged on outside of housing.

1. Several items of equipment mounted in housing to be individually tagged inside the compartment.

F. Tracer Wire:

1. Attach to pipe at a maximum of 10 FT intervals with tape…

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