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PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE

SAND POINT ROAD, MUNISING, MICHIGAN

CONSTRUCT NEW BOX CULVERT

Park No. 625

Drawing No: 80066

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

FINAL CD SUBMITTAL

23 FEBRUARY 2024

and that I am a duly licensed Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Michigan.

Specification Divisions covered by this seal:

DATE

I hereby certify that this engineering document was prepared by me or under my direct personal supervision

2, 3, 5, 31, 32 AND 33

MARTIN J. WEBER, PE

CIVIL

02-23-24 and that I am a duly licensed Registered Architect under the laws of the State of Michigan.

Specification Divisions covered by this seal:

DATE

I hereby certify that this architectural document was prepared by me or under my direct personal supervision

01 10 00 Division 01 General Requirements

STEPHEN RAYMOND SMITH, AIA

ARCHITECTURAL

02-23-24

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements Section 01 33 23 – Submittal List

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 02 41 00 – Demolition

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

Section 03 00 05 – Concrete

DIVISION 05 – METALS

Section 05 50 00 – Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

Section 31 10 00 – Site Clearing Section 31 22 00 – Site Grading Section 31 23 19 – Dewatering

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 32 12 16 – Asphaltic Concrete Vehicular Paving Section 32 15 40 – Crushed Stone Surfacing Section 32 91 13 – Soil Preparation

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

Section 33 05 15 – Precast Concrete Utility Structures Section 33 16 33 – Articulating Concrete Block

DRAWINGS

Appendices A Drawings (submitted under separate cover)

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SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: Sandpoint Road was built in 1930. This road cut the natural connection between

Lake Superior and coastal wetlands which has caused undesirable changes to the coastal wetlands. The purpose of this project is to provide a solution to allow a natural connection between the lake and coastal wetlands while retaining the existing road.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: N8391 Sand Point Road, Munising, Michigan

B. Work consists of: The work for this project consists of a water crossing solution to Sandpoint

Road that will be comprised of a single 4-foot wide x 10-foot long box culvert with a natural bottom and a replacement section of road. The required fill over the top of structure shall retain the existing roadway elevation.

1. Work includes anticipated road closure traffic control elements; See Item 3.3 C. Roads, Driveway and Entrances below.

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

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 150 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed (Weather days all inclusive, see clarification below).

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

2. Contractor shall communicate with the CO/PIRO expected date of beginning the road closure. Closure shall not commence until on site construction activity is to commence and shall be under closure for the shortest duration of time reasonably possible.

1.3 Existing Condition Protections:

A. Preservation of Historical and Archeological Fabric:

i. The Historic and Archeological Data Preservation Act of 1974, provides for the preservation of historical and archeological data that might otherwise be lost as the

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ii. IF, in connection with operations under this contract, the Contractor, subcontractors, or employees of any of them, discovers, encounters or becomes aware of any possible historical or archeological data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts, the Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity of the discovery and notify the

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

iii. Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the Contracting Officer may order delays in the time of performance and/or changes in the work. If such delays and/or changes are ordered, the time of performance and contract price shall be adjusted in accordance with Changes clause.

iv. The Contractor will be responsible for protecting the cultural resources within and adjacent to the project area from damage. In addition, the Contractor will be liable for all damage to the cultural resources caused by their actions or the actions of their agents or representatives. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting

Officer or their representative if any damage occurs to any cultural resource and immediately suspend work in the area in which damage has occurred until authorized to proceed.

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

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. Local utilities are Upper Peninsula Power Company and Hiwatha Telephone Company.

2.2 Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities on site. 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.

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ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park

Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

Superintendent's Compendium - Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore (U.S. National Park

Service) (nps.gov)

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

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

Officer.

C. 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).

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3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

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

B. Limits: Construction activities should be confined to the areas required for construction of the culvert (See plans for work area). Contractor shall take precautions to avoid disturbance of wetlands (See plans for wetland locations).

C. Roads, 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.

1. A full road closure is anticipated. Limit closure to a maximum of eight days, or as approved by C.O in writing.

2. Contractor shall provide barricades and other Traffic Control elements as required for a full road closure.

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 shall be permitted to utilize the existing vault toilet structure located adjacent to the existing parking area designated for Contractor staging.

Contractor shall provide all necessary toiletries to support their staff and provide a cleaning of the interior of the toilet rooms upon completion of the project. The Contractor will not be required to pump the vaults of the toilet building at the completion of the project.

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

E. Security and Protection facilities:

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

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

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

3. Tree and Plant Protection: Provide Tree Protection fence at drip line of 3” diameter or larger 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.

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

b. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval. Consult with Contracting Officer Representative and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

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

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

4. Site Enclosure Fence: N/A

5. Security Enclosure and Lockup: Provide roadway barricades to prevent unauthorized vehicle access to the construction site.

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project staging area at the gravel lot to north of the project work area as noted on the plans. This lot can be used for staging or turn-around. Specific storage and staging area’s may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing.

Limits of use and control shall be subject to Contracting Officer’s approval. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: A significant area of wetlands are located within and surrounding the construction site. Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to avoid disturbing wetlands outside of the work area and coordinate placement of all equipment and materials with the COR, including driving, parking, staging, litter or fluid/chemical discharges.

A. Possible natural behaviors of Great Lakes may require periodic cleanup of jobsites.

B. Sand is not to be removed from site. It is to temporarily be pushed aside. Contractor can not put sand in water.

C. Contractor shall retain as much woody vegetation as possible; It is helpful for snow drifting.

D. Turtle monitoring/bat monitoring needs to be considered regarding tree removal:

1. This project is not scheduled to happen during turtle-mating season.

2. One turtle nests on the side of the road a little further down from the project site. It is not a threatened species, but still want to not disturb them.

E. The contractor shall stop work immediately and notify COR if wildlife nests are found within the limits of construction for determination of how to proceed.

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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. Gerou Excavation out of Munising has a local disposal site contractors may consider using (This referenced disposal site is provided for convenience only - No arrangement is made between NPS and Gerou Excavation). All arrangements and costs are exclusively between Contractor and the local/regional disposal company that Contractor chooses to utilize in order to complete the work.

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 Photo Documentation:

A. Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed. Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted electronically by email or via

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

B. Existing Condition Images:

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

C. Construction Progress Images:

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

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

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

D. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

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

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

3.9 Fire and Life Safety:

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

B. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction.

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

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

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

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

3.10 Noise and Acoustics Management Contractor shall not have personal radios or other media sources and they shall not be broadcast within NPS property.

A. Noise Control: N/A

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

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

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

70 More than 12 minutes in any hour

80 More than 3 minutes in any hour

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

EARTHMOVING dB(A) MATERIALS HANDLING dB(A)

Compressors 75 Pneumatic Tools 80

Pumps 75 Saws 75

Generators 75 Vibrators 75

C. Ambient Noise:

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

a. Residential receiving area :

Daytime: 65 dB Nighttime: 45 dB

b. Commercial/Industrial receiving area:

Daytime: 67 dB Nighttime: 65 dB

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ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

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

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

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

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

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

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

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

Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, may be found linked from the listed page below. On the home page, follow the link under “Contracting and Procurement” labeled “NPS

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

ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

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

7.2 Submittals:

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

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

2. First aid and rescue procedures.

3. Training, both initial and continuing.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to provide for property protection and safety of the public, National

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

JHA template may be provided upon request.

5. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as cave-ins, earthquake, explosions, fires, floods, power outages, slides, and wind storms. 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

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7.3 Qualification of Employees:

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

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

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

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

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

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

A. PPE must meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards. Selection shall conform to OSHA

29CFR 1926 Subpart E.

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

C. All PPE will be serviceable at all times. At a minimum, maintain 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.

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ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

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

ITEM 9 - SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Contracting Submittal Procedures:

A. General: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Technical Specification

Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections.

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

National Park Service form CM-16 form. The form will be provided by the Contracting

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

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

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

Proceed has been issued. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the

Pre-Construction Conference:

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

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

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

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

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor

i. standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

8. Temporary Storm Water documentation in compliance with Pollution Prevention Plan

(SWPP or UPPP) Submitted to AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction) Sate of Michigan.

9. List of Required Construction Permits:

a. Alger County Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Part 91 of NREPA Permit

(Contractor Furnished)

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b. MiEGLE Permit-By-Rule for Storm Water From Construction Activities (R 323 2190

National Permit for Storm Water Discharge From Construction Activity, Rule 2190; if applicable) (Contractor Furnished)

c. MiEGLE Part 301, 303, and 325, Culverts – Wetland Equalizer (Government

Furnished, Contractor responsible for applicable General Conditions)

d. USACE Section 404/Section 10 Permit (assumed to be a Nationwide Permit #3 or

#14) (Government Furnished, Contractor responsible for applicable Special and

General Conditions)

9.2 Project Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples: Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet.

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: N/A

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

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

Contractor. If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return all copies to

Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 1 manufacturer, the description of the proposed item must reflect the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs as demonstrated by the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet and/or exceed that as specified in the solicitation or relevant specification. Contractor shall incorporate and be responsible for all collateral costs due to the or equal proposed as required to provide a complete project.

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

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

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

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

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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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10.2 Contractor is responsible for providing all temporary services related to the Temporary Storm

Water Pollution Prevention Plan for erosion control.

10.3 Site work, including clearing and grubbing shall not be performed until the Temporary Storm

Water Pollution Prevention Plan has been implemented.

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.

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11.5 Warranties

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

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

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

ITEM 12 - DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

12.1 Summary

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

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

12.2 List of Contract Line Items to Replace and Improve Conveyance System (Complete):

A. Contract Line Item No. 1: Precast Culvert, Head Walls, Wing Walls and Footings

1. This item consists of all work associated with the construction of the precast box culvert and the culvert’s precast head walls, wing walls and footings.

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

B. Contract Line Item No. 2: Earthwork/Grading

1. This item consists of earthwork and grading required for the construction and installation of the new culvert structure and replacement section of road.

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

C. Contract Line Item No. 3: Paving/Road Work

1. This item consists of work associated with demolition of the existing portion of road that crosses the culvert and the construction and paving of the replacement stretch of road and added shoulder.

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

D. Contract Line Item No. 4: Associated Site Work Requirements

1. This item consists of the associated site work requirements necessary to complete the project such as fence repair/replacement, landscaping and SWPP/Water Handling/Water Diversion.

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

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31 23 19 1.4 Dewatering Plan x x x

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32 15 40 1.3 Crushed Stone Surfacing x x x

32 92 19.23 1.4 Native Grasses and Seeding x x x x

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PICTURED ROCKS NATIONAL LAKESHORE

MUNISING, MICHIGAN

Sand Point Road

Construct New Box Culvert

PIRO 2022-989

DIVISION 2 – 49 CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Construction Specifications

February 2024

10381670 National Park Service Sand Point Road Construct New Box Culvert - Final CD Table of Contents 00 01 10 - 1

SECTION 00 01 10

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 02 — EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 - DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 — CONCRETE

03 00 05 - CONCRETE

DIVISION 05 — METALS

05 50 00 - METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 31 — EARTHWORK

31 10 00 - SITE CLEARING

31 22 00 - SITE GRADING

31 23 19 - DEWATERING

DIVISION 32 — EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 12 16 - ASPHALTIC CONCRETE VEHICULAR PAVING

32 15 40 - CRUSHED STONE SURFACING

32 91 13 - SOIL PREPARATION

DIVISION 33 — UTILITIES

33 05 15 - PRECAST CONCRETE UTILITY STRUCTURES

33 16 33 - ARTICULATING CONCRETE BLOCK

D I V I S I O N 0 2

EXISTING CONDITIONS

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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. 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, piping, pavement, fencing, and similar existing materials, equipment, and items.

3. Demolitions and removals indicated in other Specifications sections shall comply with requirements of this Specifications section.

4. Perform demolition Work within areas shown or indicated.

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

C. Related Requirements:

1. 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.

2. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

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.

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6) Detailed schedule of demolition Work in accordance with the Schedule accepted by Contracting Officer (CO).

2. Notification of Intended Demolition Start: Submit in accordance with Paragraph 3.1.A of this Specifications Section.

1.5 SITE CONDITIONS

A. National Park Service (NPS) 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 hours prior to commencing demolition or removal, advise CO in writing of planned start of demolition Work. Do not start removals without permission of CO.

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 CO copies of notices furnished to adjacent property owners, occupants, and authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Protection of Adjacent Areas and Facilities:

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

Documents otherwise allowed in writing by Owner.

2. Closing or obstructing of roads, drives, sidewalks, and passageways adjacent to the Work is not allowed unless indicated otherwise in the Contract Documents. Conduct the Work with minimum interference to vehicular and pedestrian traffic.

3. Provide temporary partitions between demolition work areas and (a) areas that will be occupied during demolition and removals, and (b) areas accessible to the public or visitors.

Temporary partitions shall be sturdy, braced plywood in good condition, of dimensions sufficient to adequately screen demolition work from view of occupants, public, and visitors. Maintain temporary partitions in place until demolition and removals work in the subject area is complete or until other Work requires removal of temporary partitions.

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

5. Repair damage to facilities that are to remain which such damages results from Contractor’s operations.

C. Remediation:

1. If unanticipated Hazardous Environmental Condition is believed to be encountered during demolition and removals, comply with requirements of the General Conditions, as may be modified by the Supplementary Conditions.

3.2 DEMOLITION - GENERAL

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

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B. Pollution Controls:

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

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 Division 1 Specifications .

C. Explosives:

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

Work.

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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.

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:

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

2. Completely remove below-grade posts and concrete.

C. Underground Facilities Other than Manholes, Vaults, Chambers, and Handholes:

1. Remove to the extent shown or 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 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.

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…