C04_Attachment 1 - NMR CG Recon_Specifications.pdf

NATIONAL FORESTS in NORTH CAROLINA

PISGAH RANGER DISTRICT

PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST DISASTER RECOVERY

NORTH MILLS RIVER CAMPGROUND RECONSTRUCTION

PROJECT

MAY 2026

CSI Format Specifications

NFsNC Public Services

SPECIFICATION INDEX

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 - Summary of Work 01050 - Field Engineering 01300 - Submittals 01350 - Government Furnished Materials 01400 – Quality Control

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK

02110 - Clearing 02200 - Building Demolition 02210 - Site Grading 02220 - Structural Excavation 02221 - Trenching, Backfilling and Compaction for Utilities 02250 - Compaction Control and Testing 02300 - Boring and Jacking 02310 - Sewer Manholes 02311 - Gravity Sewers 02312 - Horizontal Directional Drilling for Gravity Sewers 02313 - Pump Station Wet Well 02314 - Duplex Grinder Pump Station 02320 - RV Dump Station Water Towers 02400 - Sheeting, Shoring, and Bracing 02530 - Dewatering 02540 - Erosion and Sedimentation Control 02610 - Metal Pipe 02640 - Cleaning of Sewers and Manholes 02641 - CCTV Inspection of Sewers O2720 – Aggregate Base Course 02730 - Milling Asphal Pavement 02740 - Plant Mix Bituminous Pavement 02821 - Seeding

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

03100 - Concrete Formwork 03200 - Concrete Reinforcement 03300 - Cast-in-Place Concrete 03310 - Concrete from Packaged Dry Mix for Minor Structures

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY

04150 - Masonry Accessories 04220 - Concrete Unit Masonry 04410 - Stone Masonry

DIVISION 5 - METALS

05500 - Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTICS

06100 - Rough Carpentry 06200 - Finish Carpentry

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE

07110 - Membrane Waterproofing 07210 - Building Insulation 07910 - Concrete Joint Sealers 07920 - Building Sealants and Caulking

DIVISION 8 - DOORS AND WINDOWS

08210 - Metal Doors 08220 - Polygon Picture Windows 08710 - Finish Hardware

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

09330 - Floor and Wall Tile 09800 - Special Wall Covering 09900 - Painting

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

10800 - Toilet and Bath Accessories

DIVISION 15 - MECHANICAL

15060 - Pipe and Pipe Fittings 15100 - Building Valves 15213 - Waterlines 15214 - Disinfection of Waterlines 15254 - Pipe Insulation 15460 - Plumbing Fixtures and Trim

DIVISION 16 - ELECTRICAL

16010 - Basic Electrical Requirements 16100 - Basic Materials and Methods 16402 - Underground Electrical Service 16500 - Lighting

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTES

01010 - Summary of Work 01050 - Field Engineering 01300 - Submittals 01350 - Government Furnished Materials 01400 – Quality Control

SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Summary of Work.

3. Pre-Bid Site Visit

4. Construction Schedule

5. Contractor's Use of Site and Premises.

6. Storage and Protection of Materials

7. Pre-Construction Meeting

8. Progress Cleaning

9. Inspections

10. Existing and Temporary Facilities

11. Closeout Procedures

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: North Mills River Campground Reconstruction and Culvert Replacement Project

B. Project Location: North Mills River Recreation Area, 5289 N Mills River Rd, Mills River, NC 28759

1.3 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. The Work of Project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of:

1. Reconstruction of the Day Use Parking Area including construction of a new accessible, concrete fishing landing area

2. Reconstruction of existing Day Use Picnic Area

3. Reconstruction of all camping areas within the Roadside Loop, including electrification of new sites

4. Construction of a new 8-unit bathhouse within the Roadside Loop

5. Reconstruction of all camping areas within the Main Loop

6. Improvements to the potable water and sewer system throughout the campground, including construction of a new lift station

7. Electrical system upgrades and replacements throughout the recreation area

8. Repairs to various existing buildings throughout the recreation area

9. Replacement of all signs throughout the recreation area

10. Replacement of two (2) culverts in the vicinity of the Campground, per the separate plans, schedule of items, and specifications.

1.4 PRE-BID SITE VISIT

A. A non-mandatory pre-bid site visit will be scheduled at the time of solicitation to facilitate the Offeror’s understanding of the work. The Contractor is urged and expected to inspect the site where work is to be performed and to satisfy themselves regarding all general and local conditions that may affect the cost of contract performance, to the extent that the information is reasonably obtainable. In no event shall failure to inspect the site constitute grounds for a claim after contract award. Contact the Contracting Officer (CO) to indicate if you will be attending the site visit at least 24 hours before the scheduled visit. If no offerors intend to attend the site visit, it will be canceled. Formal questions about the project will be accepted up to 7 business days after the scheduled visit and must be directed to the CO. Responses will be provided to all potential offerors within 3 business days after.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. The period of performance shall be 270 calendar days from issuance of Notice to Proceed. By submitting a response to this Request for Quotations (RFQ), the offeror is affirming their capability to accomplish the work stated within this Statement of Work and associated attachments within this stated period. If the Offeror believes the work included in this Statement of Work cannot be accomplished within this period of performance, they should submit a statement explaining to the CO their reasons and justifications for a different period of performance and identify what that performance period would be as it relates to their proposal.

B. Following award and 10 days prior to starting construction, the contractor shall submit a proposed schedule of work for the project construction to the C.O. for approval.

1.6 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Contractor shall have full use of Project site for construction operations during construction period.

B. Limits on Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to areas within the Contract limits. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated. Material, which falls outside of these limits, shall be retrieved, disposed of, or incorporated in the work as directed by the Contracting Officer.

Operations shall be scheduled and conducted to minimize erosion of soil and to prevent silting and muddying of streams, rivers, irrigation systems, and impoundments (streams, creeks, etc.).

Pollutants such as fuels, lubricants, bitumen, raw sewage, and other harmful materials shall not be discharged into or near rivers, streams, and impoundments or into natural or manmade channels leading thereto. Wash water or wastewater from concrete or aggregate operations shall not be allowed to enter live streams prior to treatment by filtration, settling, or other means sufficient to reduce the sediment content to not more than that of the stream into which it is discharged.

Mechanized equipment shall not be operated in live streams without written approval by the Contracting Officer.

C. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period. Take all precautions necessary to protect building components, furnishings, and premises from damage during construction. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

D. Condition of Existing Grounds: Maintain portions of existing grounds, landscaping, and hardscaping affected by construction operations throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

E. Control of Noxious Weeds: To prevent the introduction and control the spread of seeds of noxious weeds onto and around National Forest land, the Contractor shall ensure all equipment moved onto National Forest land is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. The contractor shall notify the CO and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) a minimum of ten (10) business days in advance of equipment arrival.

Government inspection is required before any unloading of equipment. The Contractor shall certify their compliance with this requirement in writing. All contractor’s vehicles and equipment inspections shall be done prior to entrance into the National Forest.

F. Smoking and Controlled Substance Restrictions: Use of tobacco products within the Residence, and use of alcoholic beverages and other controlled substances on Forest Service property, is not permitted.

G. Operational Hours: The contractor is responsible for performing work between the hours of 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time, Monday through Friday, except Federal holidays or when the Government facility is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government directed facility closings. Work outside of these hours or circumstances must be approved in writing by the CO in advance. The contractor shall always maintain an adequate workforce for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this Statement of Work when the Government facility is not closed for the above reasons.

Federal Holidays

1. New Year’s Day – January 1st

2. Martin Luther King Junior’s Birthday – Third Monday in January

3. President’s Day – Third Monday in February

4. Memorial Day – Last Monday in May

5. Juneteenth – June 19th

6. Independence Day – July 4th

7. Labor Day – First Monday in September

8. Columbus Day – Second Monday in October

9. Veteran’s Day – November 11th

10. Thanksgiving Day – Fourth Thursday in November

11. Christmas Day – December 25th

1.7 STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF MATERIALS

A. The Contractor may store materials and equipment at the work site at their own risk. All materials must be kept in an area designated by the COR and be neat and orderly.

B. The Contractor shall install safety fences around all open excavations, storage areas and around the perimeter of the new building sites.

C. Deliver materials in undamaged condition, in manufacturer's original containers or packaging, with identifying labels intact and legible.

D. Store materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels accessible for inspection.

E. Interior Storage: Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges required by manufacturer's instructions.

F. Exterior Storage:

1. Store products subject to damage by the elements in weathertight enclosures.

2. Store fabricated products above the ground, on blocking or skids; prevent soiling or staining. Cover products subject to damage or deterioration with impervious sheet coverings; provide adequate ventilation to avoid condensation.

G. Protection After Installation: Provide adequate coverings as necessary to protect installed materials from damage resulting from natural elements, traffic, and subsequent construction.

Remove when no longer needed.

1.8 PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Government will schedule a meeting after Notice of Award.

B. Attendance Required:

1. Contracting Officer (CO)

2. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR)

3. Contractor and Subcontractors

4. Inspector

C. Agenda:

1. Execution of Government-Contractor Agreement.

2. Distribution and discussion of Contract Documents.

3. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

4. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract, Contractor, and

Government.

5. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

6. Questions and answers related to the contract and/or the project requirements.

1.9 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Enforce requirements strictly.

Dispose of materials lawfully.

B. Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

C. Work Areas: Clean areas where Work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work.

1.10 INSPECTIONS

A. The COR or inspector may inspect any and all work at any time during this project.

B. Any work that does not meet contract specifications shall be corrected by the contractor with no additional pay. The COR is the sole judge of quality workmanship and compliance with industry standards.

C. The COR shall inspect all ABC base course prior to asphalt paving.

D. The COR shall inspect all rebar and concrete formwork prior to placing concrete.

E. The COR shall inspect all utility lines prior to backfilling.

F. The COR shall inspect the existing framing following demolition and before any repair work.

G. The COR shall inspect all framing repairs/additions and rough carpentry before floor and wall finishes or fixtures are installed.

H. The COR shall inspect water and waste lines before concealing or closing in.

I. The COR shall perform a pre-final inspection when work is substantially complete.

J. The COR shall perform a final inspection when all the work is complete.

1.11 EXISTING AND TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. The Contractor must furnish a portable toilet during the life of the Contract.

B. The Contractor will be allowed to use electricity free of charge for the construction of this project only.

C. Potable water will be available at the job site for construction only.

1.12 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. At substantial completion, submit a request to the COR for a pre-final inspection. The COR will provide a punch list of items to be completed.

B. Three days prior to final completion, submit a request to the COR for a final inspection.

C. Perform a final cleaning. Leave the site clean and ensure no trash or debris is left behind. No dumpster is available, contractor must dispose of all materials offsite.

D. As-Built Drawings:

1. The Contractor shall maintain a set of contract drawings depicting as-built conditions resulting from Government authorized changes. The drawings shall be maintained in current condition. Changes from the original contract drawings shall be indicated in red on the drawings. At the completion of the contract work, as-built drawings shall be submitted to the COR before approval of final payment.

E. Instruction of Government Personnel in Use of Facilities

1. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to see that the proper manufacturer's representative, subcontractors, contractor's superintendents, etc., are available at completion of the job and before occupancy to provide instructions in the use of all facilities and equipment and to train personnel in the proper use and maintenance of the building, equipment controls, switches, valves, etc.

F. Operating and Maintenance Manuals The Contractor shall furnish the following:

1. Instructions for maintenance of all systems.

2. Copies of hardware schedule.

3. Shop drawings and brochures on all special items and equipment.

4. Three copies of the complete operating and maintenance manual for mechanical and electrical equipment. The bound manual shall contain the following:

a. Word description of the systems.

b. General operating instructions, including copies of posted specific instructions.

c. Maintenance instructions, followed by tabulated manufacturer's descriptive literature, shop drawings, performance curves and rating data, spare parts lists, and maintenance manuals.

d. Warranties.

1.13 SCHEDULE OF DESIGN QUANTITIES

A. The Schedule of Design Quantities included herein is provided solely for the Contractor’s convenience and general reference. The quantities shown represent approximate values estimated during design and are not guaranteed to be complete, accurate, or sufficient for bidding or construction purposes. They do not modify, limit, or supplement the Drawings, other Specifications sections, or any other Contract requirements. The Contractor shall be fully and exclusively responsible for verifying all quantities necessary to perform the Work and for preparing an independent and complete bid estimate. Reliance on the Schedule of Design Quantities shall be at the Contractor’s sole risk, and no adjustment in Contract Price or Contract Time will be made based on any variance between the design quantities and actual field quantities.

ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT EST.

QUANTITY

DAY USE AREA

Removal of existing pavement by milling, scarifying, and mixing with base material

SY 1,853.

Placement of NCDOT ABC stone base (6" compacted depth) TON 350.

Placement of NCDOT S9.5B bituminous pavement (2" compacted depth)

TON 160.

Construction of 6" thick reinforced concrete walkway CY 26.

Construction of 6"x24" reinforced concrete curbing LF 230.

Installation of 24" diameter CMP LF 107.

Fabrication and installation of 16 ft. single road gates EA 2.

Installation of wheel stops EA 32.

Reinforced concrete spread footings (12"x24") CY 18.

Reinforced concrete retaining walls (8" thick) CY 36.

Reinforced concrete landings and ramps (6" thick) CY 17.

Reinforced concrete fishing landing (6" thick) CY 12.

Reinforced concrete stairway CY 2.5

Placement of oversized erosion control gray granite cut stone TON 100.

Installation of Tennessee field stone veneer SF 1,320.

Installation of safety railings LF 237.

Installation of single railings LF 116.

PICNIC AREA

Installation of 15"x21" galvanized CMP LF 14.

Construction of 6" thick reinforced concrete walkway with 3" ABC stone base (medium broom finish)

CY 150.

Construction of reinforced concrete picnic pads (16'x16' and 16'x24') CY 200.

Furnish and install precast concrete picnic tables EA 34.

Furnish and install pedestal grills EA 29.

Furnish and install trash receptacles and PET waste collection stations on concrete slab

EA 2.

Placement of NCDOT ABC stone base — pump station service drive (6" compacted depth)

TON 24.

Placement of NCDOT S9.5B bituminous pavement — pump station service drive (2" compacted depth)

TON 9.

MAIN CAMPING LOOP

Removal of existing pavement by milling, scarifying, and mixing with base material

SY 4,025.

6x6 R.S. PT timber curbing — camping sites LF 1,792.

Placement of NCDOT ABC stone base — camping sites (4" compacted depth) TON 225.

Placement of rock dust — camping sites (2" compacted depth) TON 113.

Reinforced concrete spread footing at Campsite #25 (12" thick x 40" wide)

CY 13.

Reinforced concrete retaining wall at Campsite #25 (8" thick) CY 16.

Tennessee field stone veneer at Campsite #25 SF 640.

Placement of NCDOT ABC stone base — loop road and site parking areas (4" compacted depth)

TON 915.

Placement of NCDOT S9.5B bituminous pavement — loop road and site parking areas (2" compacted depth) TON 485.

Construction of concrete V-ditch (3 ft. wide x 4" thick, approx.

460 LF)

CY 23.

Furnish and install picnic tables EA 17.

Furnish and install fire rings with grill EA 14.

Furnish and install lantern poles EA 17.

Furnish and install food lockers on concrete slab EA 14.

Furnish and install trash receptacles and PET waste collection stations on concrete slab

EA 3.

ROADSIDE CAMPING LOOP

Removal of existing pavement by milling, scarifying, and mixing with base material SY 1,600.

6x6 R.S. PT timber curbing — camping sites LF 1,100.

Construction of 6x8 R.S. PT timber walls at Sites #7, #9, #10, #11, and #12

LF 2,500.

Placement of NCDOT ABC stone base — camping sites (4" compacted depth)

TON 175.

Placement of rock dust — camping sites (2" compacted depth) TON 88.

Construction of 6x8 R.S. PT timber wall — Campground Manager's Site #1

LF 750.

Placement of NCDOT ABC stone base — loop road and site parking areas (4" compacted depth) TON 590.

Placement of NCDOT S9.5B bituminous pavement — loop road and site parking areas (2" compacted depth)

TON 311.

Furnish and install picnic tables EA 12.

Furnish and install fire rings with grill EA 12.

Furnish and install lantern poles EA 12.

Furnish and install food lockers on concrete slab EA 12.

Furnish and install trash receptacles and PET waste collection stations on concrete slab EA 2.

Construction of 6" thick reinforced concrete monolithic slab

— information kiosk

CY 12.

RV DUMP STATION

Removal of bituminous pavement by milling and mixing with existing base SY 472.

Placement of NCDOT ABC stone base (6" compacted depth) TON 148.

Placement of NCDOT S9.5B bituminous pavement (2" compacted depth)

TON 55.

POTABLE WATER AND SEWER SYSTEM — CAMPGROUND-WIDE

Installation of 2" diameter HDPE water main to new bathhouse

LF 315.

6" diameter schedule 40 black steel pipe jack and boring LF 21.

Installation of 2" curb stops including valve boxes EA 1.

Installation of 1" diameter HDPE water lines to yard hydrants LF 395.

Installation of 1" curb stops including valve boxes EA 5.

Installation of frost-proof yard hydrants including concrete slab EA 5.

Placement of precast concrete sewer manholes EA 2.

Installation of 6" diameter HDPE sewer line — HDD LF 205.

Installation of 6" diameter SDR-35 sewer line — open trench LF 170.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM — CAMPGROUND-WIDE

Installation of 3" diameter PVC electrical conduit from existing power pole to new MDP

LF 95.

NEW 8-UNIT BATHHOUSE

Construction of reinforced concrete building foundation and floor slab

CY 17.

Construction of reinforced concrete porch foundations and floor slab

CY 23.

Construction of concrete access walkways CY 14.

Installation of Tennessee field stone veneer SF 1,070.

EXISTING BUILDING REPAIRS AND MISCELLANEOUS

Installation of wooden fence LF 600.

SECTION 01050

FIELD ENGINEERING

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. The locations of all proposed new work relative to existing features are indicated on the construction drawings. Bench marks for vertical control shown on the drawings shall be re-established on the ground by the Contractor’s Surveyor.

The Contractor’s Surveyor shall stake all buildings, MDP Shelters, Camping Sites, Parking Lot, Picnic Area Walkway and any other items of work requiring staking.

B. Construction staking for the installation of all utilities shall be the responsibility of the

Contractor. Construction Staking by the Contractor’s Surveyor shall be approved by the COR prior to commencing construction on that part.

SECTION 01300

SUBMITTALS

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The work of this section consists of submittal requirements before and during construction.

B. The Contractor shall furnish the product submittals listed below to the COR for approval prior to ordering/purchasing. Additional submittals may be required if deemed necessary by the COR.

C. Building Submittals:

1. Finish Hardware

2. Floor Tile

3. Mechanical and Plumbing Equipment Data and Drawings.

4. Electrical Equipment Data and Drawings

D. The contractor shall additionally submit the following informational submittals to the COR.

1. Schedule of Activities, showing beginning and completion of major tasks, GANTT chart format

2. Schedule of Values, showing a breakdown of any Lump Sum Cost items in the awarded bid schedule, to be used as a basis for pay requests throughout the contract.

3. Traffic Control Plan

4. Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan

5. Safety Plan

1.2 SUBMITTAL FORMATS

A. All submittals shall be submitted via email in electronic PDF format.

B. Submittals shall be identified on a transmittal cover sheet that shall be signed by the contractor or representative. Include the following information in each submittal:

1. Project name.

2. Date.

C. Options: Identify options requiring selection by COR.

1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Submit all submittal items required for each category of work concurrently.

B. All submittals will be evaluated by the COR and returned marked either approved, approved with notations, or rejected.

1.4 PRODUCT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. Mark each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

2. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Availability and delivery time information.

B. Incomplete submittals are unacceptable and will be returned for resubmittal without review.

C. COR will not accept submittals received from sources other than Contractor.

D. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale.

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Identification of products.

b. Schedules.

c. Compliance with specified standards.

d. Notation of coordination requirements.

e. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

f. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

g. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

E. Samples: Submit Samples for review of type, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other materials.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components, such as accessories together in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Permanently attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Project name and submittal number.

b. Generic description of Sample.

c. Product name and name of manufacturer.

d. Sample source.

1.5 SUBSTITUTIONS:

A. If the Contractor intends to provide or install an item that is an "or equal" or differs from that which is specified, he/she shall submit all product data and information to the COR for review prior to ordering/purchase.

B. The contractor shall submit one digital copy of the manufacturer's description of all "or equals" proposed in lieu of name brands specified. This description shall include:

1. Product name and model number

2. Manufacturer

3. Product description

4. Technical data

5. Samples, as required by COR

C. A request for approval of “equals” 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.

PRODUCTS (Not Used)

EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 013300

SECTION 01350

GOVERNMENT FURNISHED MATERIALS

A. Work included in this section covers the installation of government furnished Materials to be installed by the Contractor at the locations shown on the drawings.

B. The signs shall be oicked up by the Contractor at the Pisgah ranger District Workcenter in Pisgah Forest.

C. Coordinate the signs pick-up with the project COR.

D. The Contractor shall inspect the signs for any damage to the signs before taking possesion. The Contractor shall be rsponsible for any damage to the signs after taking possesion until project final acceptance.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

A. List of signs to be furnished by the Forest Service and picked up by the Contractor as follows:

#1 RSM1-3 (x2) “North Mills Recreation Area” Location: Pull off on main road where current sign is located Dimensions: 78” w by 48” h Material: HDPE plastic Color: yellow-cream and brown Installed on stone base according to USFS standard plan, sign to face both directions of road

#5 Fishing Pier 11-1030-12 Location: Near fishing pier Dimensions: 12” x 12” Installed on (1) 4x4 Ground Contact Bottom of sign 3’ above ground

#6 Picnic Area 10-157-12 (x3) Location: Beginning of path from day use parking area, beginning of path from campground road near bridge, near crosswalk on road leading into the day use area Dimensions: 12” x 12”

#6 Arrow 10-124-8 (x3) Location: Mounted on #6 posts below picnic sign Dimensions: 8” x 8” Material: reflective aluminum

#7

“North Mills River Picnic Area” Location: Entrance of day use parking area Dimensions: 78” w x 48” h Material: HDPE Plastic Installed on stone base according to USFS standard plan, sign to face both directions of road

#13

Restroom Arrow Sign (x4) 92-1610

Location: Path to roadside restrooms from day use area, street crossing to roadside restrooms from day use area, trail turn off in day use area, start of path to campground restroom Dimensions: 18” x 24” Color: white and brown

Bottom of sign to be 3’ above ground

#14 Sanitary Station Sign 10-281-24H Location: Entrance of dump station loop Dimensions: 24” x 24” Material: reflective aluminum Color: white and brown Installed on (1) 4x4 Ground Contact Bottom of sign to be 5’ above ground level

#20 US Fee Area Sign 10-691-12 (x2) Location: Campground Entrance just past #1 Dimensions: 12” x 12” x 0.80 Material: Aluminum Color: White/Blue/Gold Installed on (1) 4x4 ground contact.

level.

#22 “Campground Manager” 92-1817 Location: Campground Manager’s Site Dimensions: 12” x 8” Material: reflective aluminum Color: white and brown Installed on (1) 4x4 Ground Contact Bottom of sign to be 3’ above ground Note: Will have to request custom text from the company

#24

RSE-2

“North Mills River Picnic Area” Location: Path to day use area near bridge on western side Dimensions: 48” w x 20” h Material: HDPE Plastic Color: yellow-cream and brown Installed on (2) 4x4s Ground Contact

#25

“North Mills River Campground” Location: Campground Entrance from

HWY 191

Dimensions: 78” w by 48” h Material: HDPE plastic Color: yellow-cream and brown Installed on existing stone base according to USFS standard plan, signs to face both directions of road

#28 Day Use Fee Required P2202 (x2) $5.00 per vehicle $30.00 seasonal pass available via Campground Manager Location: Near fee tubes (one near roadside kiosk and one in campground overflow parking) Dimensions: 11” x 17”

#28 Parking K-7997 Location: Near fee tubes (one near roadside kiosk and one in campground overflow parking) Dimensions: 12”x18”

#29 Group Camping K-0612 Location: Near footpath to group campsite Dimensions: 12”x18”

#30 Campground Host 92-1817 Location: Campground Host Site Dimensions: 12” x 8” Material: reflective aluminum Color: white and brown

#32

FRD 3 line sign (B) “North Mills River Campground” 脥 “Yellow Gap Road” 脥 “North Mills River Picnic Area” 脥 Location: On the road just before turn into Day Use Parking Area from Mills River side Dimensions: 48” w Material: reflective aluminum Color: white and brown

B. All other signs shown on the drawings shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor.

C. The Contractor shall furnish all the hardware needed to install the signs. All hardware shall be HDG or Stainless Steel.

D. Signs posts shall be 4x4 #1 grade, ground contact SYP.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

A. Install all signs at the locations established on the ground by the District’s Sign

Coordinator and project COR. All posts shall be set plumb and installed per the Detail on Sheet 61 of the construction drawings.

#33 FRD 3 line sign (B) “North Mills River Campground” 脥 “Day Use Area” 脥 “Town of Mills River” 脥 Location: On the road before turn into Campground from Yellow Gap side Dimensions: 48” w x 20” h Material: HDPE plastic Color: yellow-cream and brown

SECTION 01400

QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Experienced: When used with an entity or individual, "experienced," unless otherwise further described, means having successfully completed a minimum of five previous projects similar in nature, size, and extent to this Project; being familiar with special requirements indicated;

and having complied with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Installer/Applicator/Erector: Contractor or another entity engaged by Contractor as an employee, subcontractor, or sub-subcontractor, to perform a particular construction operation, including installation, erection, application, assembly, and similar operations.

1.3 EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. Verification: Following demolition, but prior to construction, verify dimensions as shown on Drawings. If discrepancies are discovered, notify COR promptly.

B. Examination and Acceptance of Conditions: Before proceeding with each component of the Work, examine conditions of existing elements for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance. Record observations.

C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work shall be performed in accordance with the latest editions of the North Carolina Building Code and Uniform Plumbing Code. Any portions of the plans and specifications which do not comply shall be immediately brought to the attention of the COR for resolution.

B. Qualifications paragraphs in this article establish the minimum qualification levels required;

individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.

C. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, applying, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

D. Cutting and Patching: Comply with requirements for and limitations on cutting and patching of construction elements.

1. Operational Elements: Do not cut and patch operating elements and related components in a manner that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety. Operational elements include the following:

2. Primary operational systems and equipment.

3. Plumbing piping systems.

4. Mechanical systems piping and ducts.

5. Conveying systems.

6. Electrical wiring systems.

E. Other Construction Elements: Do not cut and patch other construction elements or components in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity, that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended, or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety. Other construction elements include but are not limited to the following:

1. Water, moisture, or vapor barriers.

2. Membranes and flashings.

3. Equipment supports.

4. Piping, ductwork, vessels, and equipment.

F. Visual Elements: Do not cut and patch construction in a manner that results in visual evidence of cutting and patching. Do not cut and patch exposed construction in a manner that would, in COR’s opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities. Remove and replace construction that has been cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

G. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Obtain and maintain on-site manufacturer's written recommendations and instructions for installation of specified products and equipment.

1.5 QUALITY CONTROL

A. This work shall consist of providing quality control to ensure conformance with contract and manufacturer specifications. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tests, and reports to meet the requirements of this specification.

B. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a quality control system that will ensure that all services, supplies, and construction required under this contract conform to the contract requirements. The Contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, any sampling, inspection, and testing required to substantiate that all supplies, services, and construction conform to the contract requirements.

C. The Contractor shall furnish certificates or labels executed by the manufacturer, supplier, or vendor, stipulating that all products incorporated into the work meet the applicable requirements as shown on the drawings or specifications.

D. Quality Control shall be considered incidental to the bid items and no additional payment will be made.

PRODUCTS (Not Used)

EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01400

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK

02110 - Clearing 02200 - Building Demolition 02210 - Site Grading 02220 - Structural Excavation 02221 - Trenching, Backfilling, and Compacting 02250 - Compaction and Testing 02300 - Boring and Jacking 02310 - Sewer Manholes 02311 - Gravity Sewers 02312 - Horizontal Directional Drilling for Gravity Sewers 02313 - Pump Station Wet Well 02314 - Duplex Grinder Pump Station 02320 - RV Dump Station Water Towers 02400 - Sheeting, Shoring, and Bracing 02530 - Dewatering 02540 - Erosion and Sedimentation Control 02610 - Metal Pipe 02720 - Aggregate Base 02730 - Milling Asphalt Pavement 02740 - Plant Mix Bituminous Pavement 02821 - Seeding, Fertilizing and Mulching

SECTION 02110

CLEARING

A. Work included in this section covers clearing, grubbing, and removal of all vegetation within the construction area as shown on the drawings or specified herein for the construction of the bath-house, reconstruction of camping sites and installation of new site utilities.

B. Utility line clearing shall be kept to a minimum and shall, in no case exceed 10-foot width.

B. None

A. Clearing and grubbing shall consist of clearing the area of all trees marked to be removed, any other trees that interfere with construction activities, brush and other vegetation, rubbish and all objectionable material, and shall include grubbing stumps that may interfere with the installation of utility lines or building foundations.

B. All logs, brush, stumps and debris shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be hauled-off Government land.

1. Brush may be chipped on-site and scattered as directed by the Contracting Officer.

C. Trees shall be felled so as not to damage trees outside of the construction area or trees that are to remain.

D. Trees that are damaged will be painted with tree wound dressing on all cuts and wounds.

SECTION 02200

BUILDING DEMOLITION

PART 1 – GENERAL

Work included in this section covers the removal of the existing Flush Toilet building located at the Picnic Area and the Vault Toilet located at the Roadside Loop.

A. None

PART 3 – EXECUTION

A. Disconnect electrical service to the Flush Toilet building prior to demolition.

B. The Vault Toilet shall be pumped-out by a Licensed Wastewater Contractor prior to demolition.

C. The Forest Service reserves the right to remove and retain ownership of any plumbing and electrical equipment from the Flush Toilet building prior to the “Notice to Proceed”.

D. Dispose of all refuse at a State Approved Facility.

SECTION 02210

SITE GRADING

A. This section covers all required site grading, including excavation and the placement of interior and exterior fills and the final dressing of the site within the construction area.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

A. Fill Material

1. The material for the interior and exterior fills shall consist of surplus excavated material or imported fill consisting of a mixture of soil, gravel talus rock, disintegrated granite, semi-gravel, sand, caliche, shale, scoria, clinkers, cinders, or other suitable material.

2. The material shall be free from organic vegetative matter.

3. The maximum size of any particle shall not be greater than 3" in diameter.

4. Oversize material may either be removed or broken down to the specified dimension by any method which accomplishes reduction to that size.

5. The removal or the breakdown of oversize material to the specified size shall be done at the material source.

B. Bedding material under concrete slabs shall be NC DOT approved ABC stone.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

A. Strip all vegetation and the upper 8" of the topsoil from the area to be occupied by the building and stockpile.

B. The contractor shall supply all fill material.

C. Excavation shall produce surfaces to line and grade shown on drawings. All excavated areas shall drain.

D. The root structure of all existing trees that are to remain shall not be disturbed. Do not operate heavy equipment within 10' of trees that are to remain.

E. Exterior fills shall be constructed to sections and elevations indicated. Exterior fills shall drain.

F. Compact Earth Fills under all concrete slabs, ramps, and footings.

1. Compaction shall be in accordance with Section 02250, Compaction Control and

Testing.

G. When all exterior earthwork is completed, the Contractor shall give the entire site a final dressing to assure that all surfaces are in accordance with the elevations indicated on the drawings.

1. Finish grades adjacent to the building shall be sloped as shown on the drawings to provide surface drainage away from the building walls in all directions.

2. Use the topsoil previously stripped from the site for the upper layer of fill for finish grades.

SECTION 02220

STRUCTURAL EXCAVATION

A. This section consists of the necessary excavation for the buildings foundations, sewer manholes, Pump Station and other structures.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

A. Silt fence in accordance with the details on sheet 65 of the construction drawings.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

A. Install silt fences or other means of silt entrapment around all structural excavations.

B. Trenches or foundation pits for structures or structure footings shall be excavated to the lines, grades, and elevations as shown on the drawings. They shall be of size to permit the placing of the full width and length of structure footings or tanks as shown on the drawings.

C. Boulders, logs, or other objectional material encountered in excavation shall be removed.

1. All rock or other hard foundation material shall be cleaned of all loose material, cut to a firm surface, either level, and stepped or serrated as shown on plans or specified herein.

2. All seams or crevices shall be cleaned out and grouted with neat cement grout.

3. All loose, disintegrated rock and thin strata shall be removed.

4. When concrete is to rest on a surface other than rock, special care shall be taken not to disturb the bottom of the excavation.

D. After each excavation is completed, the Contractor shall notify the C.O. to that effect.

No concrete shall be placed until after the C.O. has approved the depth of the excavation and the character of the foundation material.

SECTION 02221

TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING FOR UTILITIES

A. Work included in this section covers all trenching, backfilling, and compacting for the installation of all utility lines.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

A. Initial Backfill - imported sand.

B. Subsequent Backfill - excavated material free from rock larger than three inches in greatest dimension, clods, and debris.

C. Plastic identification tape shall be Aluminum foil core sandwished between two layers of polyester with a total thickness of 0.005 inch. Text color shall be black and background colors as follows: Electric: Red, Sewer: Green, Water: Blue, Cable TV: Orange, Natural Gas: Yellow, Telephone: Orange. All buried utilities shall be identified with appropriate tape.

A. Trenches shall be excavated through any or all materials regardless of natural substances.

1. A firm, full-length support shall be formed for all underground pipe.

2. If the bottom of any excavation is taken out beyond the elevations shown on the plans, it shall be refilled at the Contractor's expense with initial backfill material compacted to the density of adjacent undisturbed material.

3. Where the excavated material is rock or other unsatisfactory bedding material, the trench shall be excavated below the final grade of the pipe invert a distance of four inches. The trench shall then be backfilled to the grade of the pipe with initial backfill material.

4. The Contractor shall take all precautions to assure that water does not accumulate in trenches while utility lines are being constructed.

5. Any pipe damaged by backfill operations shall be replaced by new pipe.

6. Trenches shall be bedded to the proper elevation for installing the pipe with initial backfill material. All backfill material within six inches of pipe shall be initial backfill material.

7. Initial backfill shall be deposited and compacted to a density equal to or greater than that of the existing soils for all piping. Subsequent backfilling shall not be compacted except for areas within roadways, parking or sidewalks.

8. Compaction shall be accomplished by the use of a mechanical vibrating tamper.

9. All trenches not within roadway areas shall be mounded 4 to 6 inches to allow for settlement.

10. Bury ID Tape 6 inches below ground level. Follow tape manufacturer’s instructions.

B. Backfilling shall not be performed on any section of pipelines without prior approval by the Contracting Officer.

C. Areas where utility lines are located within roads, camping sites, or trails shall be dressed and graded to a condition similiar to one prior to the installation of the utility.

Restore all drainage structures affected by the construction of this project.

SECTION 02250

COMPACTION CONTROL AND TESTING

A. This section covers all compaction for earth fills under footings, ramps, slabs, walkways, utility tanks, and other backfill as shown on the drawings and specified herein.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

A. Material used for fills and backfills shall be as described in Section 02210, Site Grading.

A. The ground on which the fill or backfill material is to be placed shall be firm, dry, unfrozen, and cleared of all debris.

B. Compacted earth fills under concrete slabs, ramps, footings, and walkways shall be placed in approximately 12" lifts and be compacted to a uniform density until no visible settlement occurs.

C. Backfill around utility structures and supports shall be done in 12" lifts and compacted to a uniform density until no visible settlement occurs.

D. Compaction shall be accomplished by the use of mechanical compaction equipment and shall continue until no visual displacement occurs.

E. Compaction testing shall not be required.

SECTION 02300

BORING AND JACKING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Work covered in this section includes furnishing all labor, materials, accessories, equipment and services required to properly complete pipeline construction using boring and jacking under State or County Roads, as described herein and/or shown on Drawings.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 02400 - Sheeting, Shoring and Bracing B. Section 02530 - Dewatering

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Boring and Jacking

1. Steel casing pipe shall straight seam welded steel pipe conforming to

ASTM A 139, Grade A. Minimum wall thickness of any size steel pipe for roadway crossings shall be 0.250 inches.

B. Carrier Pipe: 2” Dia. HDPE waterline.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Any solidification of embankments, boring heading, or sides shall be the CONTRACTOR's responsibility and shall be done at his own expense.

B. Trench excavation; all classes and types of excavation; the removal of rock, muck, debris; the excavation of all working pits; and backfill requirements of Section 02225 are included under this section.

C. Adequate sheeting, shoring, and/or bracing for embankment operating pits and other appurtenances shall be placed and maintained to ensure that WORK proceeds safely and expeditiously.

D. The CONTRACTOR shall maintain and operate pumps, well points, and drainage system equipment to keep work dewatered at all times.

E. Bored installations shall be a bored-hole diameter essentially the same as the outside diameter of casing pipe to be installed.

F. Casing pipe shall be jacked into boring as soon as possible after boring is made.

Lengths of casing pipe as long as practical shall be used. Joints between sections shall be completely welded as recommended for joining the particular type of pipe.

G. Once jacking procedure has begun, it should be continued without stopping until completed, subject to weather and conditions beyond the control of the

CONTRACTOR.

H. Care shall be taken to ensure that casing pipe installed by boring and jacking or open cut method will be at the proper alignment and grade.

I. Open cut installations, where permitted, shall be in accordance with details and procedures shown on Drawings.

J. Ends of casing shall be sealed with a seamless synthetic rubber seal as manufactured by APS, Inc. or approved equivalent.

K. After casing pipe is installed, the carrier pipe shall be installed exercising care to protect its coating and lining and maintain its joint integrity. Carrier pipe shall be placed in proper horizontal and vertical alignment using prefabricated pipe collars spaced radially around pipe and secured to remain firmly in place.

Spacing of such collars shall be no greater than ten (5') feet on center longitudinally in casing pipe.

3.2 ROADWAY CROSSINGS

A. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the coordinating and scheduling of all construction work within State or County Roads prior to, during and after pipeline installation.

B. The CONTRACTOR shall provide suitable flagmen, watchmen, safety devices, and other services and facilities as may be required by NC DOT.

C. Unless otherwise shown, encasement shall extend 6 feet beyond the road embankment or back or side ditch.

D. Installations shall be done to leave free flows in drainage ditches, pipes, culverts, or other surface drainage facilities of the road.

E. Surplus material shall be removed as directed by the COR.

F. Boring, jacking, or driving of casing pipes under existing roadways shall be accomplished without jetting, sluicing, or wetboring.

G. No excavated materials or equipment shall be placed on the pavement or shoulders of roadways without the express approval of C.O.R.

H. In no instance will the CONTRACTOR be permitted to leave equipment (trucks, backhoes, etc.) on the pavement or shoulder overnight. Construction materials to be installed, which are on the right-of-way in advance of construction, shall be placed in such a manner as not to interfere with the safe operation of the roadways.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 02310

SEWER MANHOLES

1.1 SCOPE OF WORK

A. Work required under this section consists of all materials, accessories, equipment, tools, and labor required to install precast concrete standard manholes, where shown on Drawings, and to perform all adjustments to guarantee satisfactory system operation.

B. Manholes shall be constructed of specified materials to sizes, shapes, and dimensions, and at locations shown on Drawings, or as otherwise directed by C.O.R. Height of manholes shall be such that top of manhole frame will be as shown on Drawings, and invert shall be at designed elevations.