ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION

AUTHORITY

BUS LIFT REPLACEMENT AT

AT ANAHEIM BUS BASE

IFB 5-4261

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

July 2025

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ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

BUS LIFT REPLACEMENT

AT ANAHEIM BUS BASE

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Division 01 General Requirements

Summary 01 11 00 Summary of Work.........................................................................4 pages 01 14 22 Rules and Hours of Operation ......................................................5 pages 01 14 23 Coordination with OCTA and Local Agencies…………................2 pages 01 14 25 Procedures in Construction ..........................................................5 pages 01 14 27 Legal Relations and Responsibility...............................................5 pages 01 14 43 Environmental Resources Protection ...........................................9 pages

Price and Payment Procedures

01 25 00 Substitution Procedures ...............................................................5 pages 01 26 00 Contract Modification Procedures ................................................6 pages 01 26 13 Requests for Information .............................................................4 pages 01 29 00 Payment Procedures ....................................................................5 pages

Administrative Requirements

01 31 00 Project Management and Coordination ........................................9 pages 01 32 00 Construction Progress Documentation.........................................6 pages 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures .................................................................10 pages 01 35 13 Special Project Procedures………………………………………….5 pages 01 35 23 Owner Safety Requirements………………………………………...3 pages

Quality Requirements

01 41 00 Regulatory Requirements.............................................................5 pages 01 42 00 References .................................................................................10 pages 01 42 16 Definitions.....................................................................................2 pages 01 43 00 Quality Assurance ........................................................................5 pages 01 43 01 Contractor Qualifications .............................................................4 pages 01 45 00 Quality Control..............................................................................9 pages

Temporary Facilities and Controls

01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls................................................6 pages 01 57 13 Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control ...........................5 pages

Product Requirements

01 60 00 Product Requirements..................................................................7 pages

BUS LIFT REPLACEMENT

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Execution and Closeout Requirements

01 71 13 Mobilization and Demobilization ...................................................2 pages 01 71 23 Field Engineering..........................................................................5 pages 01 73 29 Cutting and Patching…………………………...…………………….3 pages 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management and Disposal ..........................5 pages 01 74 23 Cleaning .......................................................................................5 pages 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures ....................................................................5 pages 01 78 00 Closeout Submittals....................................................................14 pages 01 78 36 Warranties, Guarantees, and Bonds ............................................8 pages 01 79 00 Demonstration and Training .........................................................6 pages

Division Technical Requirements

14 45 00 Vehicle Lifts 12 Pages 26 05 19 Electrical Raceways 3 Pages 31 11 50 Demolition & Removal 3 Pages 33 30 00 Cast in Place Concrete 19 Pages

Bus Lift Replacement At Anaheim Bus Base

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SECTION 01 11 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. Contract documents: The Contractor shall obtain all copies of the Contract Drawings and Specifications including all addenda through the OCTA CAMMNET website, as required to perform the work. The cost for obtaining any additional documents required for the contractor shall be included in the bid price and no additional compensation will be allowed.

B. All drawings, specifications, and other contract documents, and copies furnished by the Authority are its property. They are not to be used on other work and with the exception of signed contract sets are to be returned to the Authority upon request at the completion of the work. The location of the work, its general nature and extent, and the form and general dimensions of the project and appurtenant works are shown on the contract drawings which are hereby made a part of these specifications as listed herein.

C. The general intent of the contract, specifications, drawings, and other contract documents is that the Contractor shall:

1. Furnish all tools, qualified labor, material, equipment, qualified superintendence, and services, assurances and guarantees, and assumptions of risk and responsibility, necessary for the performance of the Work as set forth in the contract documents unless otherwise specifically provided.

2. Begin work promptly and proceed expeditiously and continuously without cessation or shutdown of Work unless otherwise specifically approved in writing by the OCTA Engineer or directed by the contract documents.

3. Perform, complete, and make ready for its intended purpose, within the times specified, including additional times provided for certain conditions, the work or parts thereof covered by the contract, all in accordance with drawings, specifications, and modifications thereto and directions or instructions the OCTA Engineer may give to supplement the drawings and specifications. The Contractor shall retain sole responsibility and expense for quality control of the work.

D. Words and abbreviations which have well-known technical or trade meanings are used in the contract documents in accordance with such recognized meanings.

E. The organization of the specifications into divisions, sections, parts, and paragraphs, and the arrangement of the drawings, shall not control the Contractor in dividing the work among subcontractors or in establishing the extent of work to be performed by any trade. Study and compare the contract documents and immediately report to the

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OCTA Engineer any error, inconsistency, or omission that may be discovered.

Contractor shall be liable to OCTA for damage resulting from unreported errors, inconsistencies, or omissions in the contract documents.

F. It will be the responsibility of the Contractor to stage the construction activities at the project site, using the Site-Specific Work Plan process (SSWP)

G. Ownership of Materials:

1. Materials furnished by the Contractor under this contract shall become the property of OCTA.

H. General Summary of Work:

1. Work to be performed by Contractor shall consist of the construction of the work shown on the drawings and detailed in the specifications.

2. The descriptions provided in this section are general in nature and are not meant to detail all work required by the contract documents.

3. The work under this contract consists of Removing and Replacing existing Bus Lift, control console, and all accessories in the Steam Clean area and protecting the surrounding concrete platform, protecting the below hoist drainage system, and the hydraulic and connected electrical system. Protect all adjacent building, utilities, wall steel panels and wall lights, at the OCTA Anaheim Bus Base, located at 1717 E. Via Burton Avenue, Anaheim CA 92806

4. This project is a facility modification project under OCTA Level 3 Health, Safety and Environmental Specifications and requirements.

I. Other features of the work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Obtain and pay for all licenses required by all jurisdictions associated with the approval and requirements of the project.

1.02 INTENT OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. The intent of the drawings and specifications is to prescribe the details for construction and completion of the work that the Contractor undertakes to perform in accordance with the terms of the Contract. Where the drawings or specifications describe portions of the work in general terms, but not complete detail, it is understood that only the best industry practice is to prevail and that only materials and workmanship of the first quality are to be used. Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals, and

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B. Drawings and specifications are essential parts of the Contract, and a requirement indicated in one is binding as though indicated in all. They are intended to be complementary and to describe and provide for the complete work.

C. Summaries or introductory descriptions of the work of individual sections do not limit requirements. The Contractor's responsibilities include all requirements for proper execution of the work.

D. Division 01 of the specifications governs all divisions. Comply with Division 01 requirements whether or not referenced in individual sections of the specifications.

E. References to the singular include the plural and do not imply that only one unit of a product is required.

F. Unless an object or activity is specified to be less than the total, the quantity or amount is all of the object or activity.

G. Unless a requirement is specified to apply for a limited time, it applies for the duration of the work.

H. "Including," "such as," "as follows," and similar terms do not limit the meaning to only items listed. The phrase "but not limited to" is understood to follow these expressions.

I. All items in a list apply unless the items are specified as choices.

1.03 REFERENCE MATERIAL

A. Reference specifications or standards referred to in the plans or specifications shall be the most recent version developed as of Contract award. Where referenced standards refer to the "specifications" or the "special conditions," this shall be understood by contractor to mean the drawings and specifications of this contract.

The contractor is responsible to obtain all reference material at its own expense and to make itself familiar with the requirements therein.

1.05 PROJECT ACCESS AND CONTRACT LIMITS

A. Contractor shall submit a Traffic Management Plan as required on Section 01 14 43 Environment Resource Protection, outlining access to the job site and maintaining the OCTA facility operational at all times.

B. Construction activity shall be within the normal work hours between 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday. Construction area shall be cordoned off using temporary barriers and chain link fencing unless otherwise noted on Contract Drawings. See project plans for additional information on phasing and work windows.

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No separate measurement or payment shall be made under this section.

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SECTION 01 14 22

RULES AND HOURS OF OPERATION

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This section outlines rules and hours of operation to which Contractor shall conform during the execution of the work under this contract. It is Contractor's responsibility to be in compliance with these rules.

1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. Comply with the provisions of applicable local, State, and Federal codes, standard plans and specifications, and recommended practices, and with OCTA policy, including:

1. SSPWC: Public Works Standards, Inc., Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction.

2. Caltrans: California Department of Transportation, Trenching and Shoring Manual.

3. Cal/OSHA: California Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) regulations.

4. OSHA: Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Site Specific Work Plan (SSWP) containing the information specified herein.

1.04 PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Cooperate with the OCTA Project Manager in all matters requiring coordination.

B. Coordinate execution of the work with the OCTA Project Manager to eliminate or minimize to the greatest extent possible interference with bus operations.

C. Keep OCTA Project Manager fully informed regarding all work.

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1.05 CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY

A. Perform work in accordance with the contract and all applicable codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, orders, and other legal requirements of governmental bodies and public agencies having jurisdiction, including the OCTA.

B. Damage caused by Contractor to OCTA or third-party property, building, signal and communications equipment, utilities, or other facilities shall be repaired at Contractor's expense to a condition equal or better than the condition prior to Contractor entry and as accepted by the OCTA Project Manager. At the sole discretion of the OCTA Project Manager, the OCTA Project Manager may direct repairs to be performed by other contractors. Charges for those repairs shall be deducted from the Contractor’s payment due under this Contract.

C. Items shown on the drawings to be protected in place, or not identified as part of demolitions, removals, or modifications, shall be protected in place in accordance with SSPWC Section 7-9, Protection and Restoration of Existing Improvements, at no additional cost to the OCTA.

D. Perform work within the operating envelope or which affects the operating system only after submitting a Site-Specific Work Plan (SSWP) and receiving written approval of the SSWP from the OCTA Project Manager.

E. Furnish all labor, materials, and equipment as required to perform and complete the work within the work windows in accordance with the approved schedule in the

SSWP.

F. If work is performed at OCTA bus bases, all contractor’s personnel and visitors shall sign-in and sign-out each workday at OCTA bus base supervisor office in maintenance building. If work is performed at other OCTA transit facilities, the contractor shall submit to OCTA at the end of each workday a sign-in/sign-out list of all contractor personnel performing work each workday. This list shall also include all the contractor’s visitors.

1.06 SSWP – GENERAL CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

A. SSWPs with potential to impact normal functioning of any part of the operating system shall include a detailed schedule of events indicating the expected daily progress of each activity that has duration of one hour or longer. The schedule shall include a time at which each activity planned under the SSWP, and the requested work window will be completed. The total duration of the construction activities shall be less than the approved work window. The contractor’s failure to complete scheduled activities by the planned time or to put in place an approved contingency plan may adversely impact the operations of the bus base.

B. The SSWP shall be prepared by the Contractor and shall include the following information:

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1. All activities necessary to perform construction activities.

2. Conformance with all other requirements applicable under the contract documents.

3. A schedule for the work showing each activity and where and how it affects normal operation. Each activity in the plan shall include all labor, materials, and equipment required to complete the activity within the OCTA allotted time period.

4. List of approved proposed work plans to be performed under the SSWP, with names and phone numbers of Contractor's supervisors in charge of SSWP tasks.

C. SSWPs must be of sufficient details, clarity, and organization to permit easy review and approval by the OCTA Project Manager before the proposed work is performed.

SSWPs shall be submitted to the OCTA Project Manager as follows:

1. At least 14 calendar days prior to start of work.

D. The OCTA Project Manager may request explanations and changes to the SSWP to conform the SSWP to the requirements of the contract documents. If the SSWP is not acceptable, the contractor shall revise the SSWP to make it acceptable. The contractor is responsible for submitting a revised SSWP that can be reviewed and approved by the OCTA at least seven days in advance of any work.

E. Contractor will be informed if the SSWP is acceptable not less than seven calendar days prior to the scheduled start of work within the operating envelope. Once the SSWP is accepted, Contractor shall assemble the resources necessary to perform the work represented by the SSWP, so that necessary resources are available one day before the work is to be accomplished. At that time, the OCTA Project Manager will make a final decision as to whether or not the work is to proceed as planned or will be canceled. The prime consideration will be the stage of readiness of the contractor, which the contractor shall demonstrate to the OCTA Project Manager.

1.07 SSWP – SPECIAL CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

A. The contractor shall provide sufficient personnel, equipment, materials, and all other resources necessary to return impacted facilities to full service upon the conclusion of the approved work window.

B. The contractor shall perform the work expeditiously and continuously with no gaps or breaks in work activities or substantive reductions in the labor force, equipment, and materials necessary to construct, reconstruct, or repair the impacted facility to full service upon conclusion of the approved work window.

C. In general, open excavation areas shall be protected per OSHA regulations.

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1.08 WORK WINDOWS - GENERAL

A. Site-specific available work windows shall be approved by the OCTA Project Manager under established procedures.

B. Construction hours shall be limited to 7:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday through Friday unless approved in writing in advance by OCTA and appropriate regulatory agencies.

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SECTION 01 14 23

COORDINATION WITH OCTA AND LOCAL AGENCIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Requirements for coordination with OCTA and Local Agencies.

1.02 REGULATIONS

A. If additional work is being performed by others, on or adjacent to the work site for this Contract, coordinate work with other activities in order to avoid conflicts.

1.03 COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Contractor shall coordinate the Work as stated in the Conditions of the Contract.

B. Relationship of Contract Documents: Drawings, Specifications and other Contract Documents are intended to be complementary. What is required by one shall be as if required by all. What is shown or required, or may be reasonably inferred to be required, or which is usually and customarily provided for similar work, shall be included in the Work.

C. Discrepancies in Contract Documents: In the event of error, omission, ambiguity or conflict in the Drawings or Specifications, Contractor shall bring the matter to the OCTA’s attention in timely manner, for the OCTA’s determination and direction in accordance with provisions of the Conditions of the Contract.

D. Construction Interfacing and Coordination: Layout, Phasing, and Sequencing of Work shall be solely the Contractor's responsibility. Contractor shall bring together the various parts, components, systems and assemblies as required for the correct interfacing and integration of all elements of Work. Contractor shall coordinate Work to correctly and accurately connect abutting, adjoining, overlapping and related elements, including utilities, for a complete operational system to the satisfaction of the OCTA, agencies, and companies. Provide adequate access for OCTA buses to pass through all areas at all times. Do not block non-construction areas.

E. The contractor shall notify OCTA a minimum of three (3) working days before beginning. the work and shall work according to his construction schedule. Where indicated on the contract drawings or specifications, a phase shall be completed and operational before proceeding to the next phase.

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F. The contractor shall cooperate fully with all forces of the Authority. Contractor should note that additional work is being conducted on site with other construction contracts and the work of this contract must be coordinated with other contract, including labor, material, and equipment, and no additional compensation will be allowed for this coordination work.

G. Unless otherwise directed, provide twenty (20) days’ notice of all utility outages and shutdowns. Duration of outages and shutdowns shall not hinder normal bus operations and maintenance of the facility. In case of accidental damage to power or utility lines, repair power or utility line immediately, provide alternate source of power to keep facility operation during the repair period.

1.04 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Adhere to work window rules detailed in the approved SSWP under Section 01 14 22, Rules and Hours of Operation and the specifications.

B. See Section 01 14 22, Rules and Hours of Operation

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SECTION 01 14 25

PROCEDURES IN CONSTRUCTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Procedures used in performance of work of a general nature, including work by Contractor, Contractor use of work site, work zone limitations of site, and pollution controls.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 01 14 23, Rules and Hour of Operation.

2. Section 01 14 27, Legal Relations and Responsibility.

1.02 WORK BY CONTRACTOR

A. Provide work reasonably inferred from the drawings and specifications as being required to produce the intended result whether or not specifically called for.

B. Work, materials, or equipment described in words which have known technical or trade meaning shall be deemed to carry the accepted meaning of recognized standards.

C. Complete all work enumerated under the contract including but not limited to the following:

1. Perform work set forth in the contract documents, including the drawings and specifications.

2. Obtain required permits, inspections, and certifications for material compliance.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. All required submittals per OCTA Level 3 Health, Safety and Environmental Specification.

B. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs).

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1.04 STORM WATER MANAGEMENT

A. The contractor is responsible for preventing and/or mitigating potential chemical releases, erosion and sedimentation impacts associated with storm water runoff.

Contractor shall comply with OCTA’s bus base industrial SWPPP and comply with the Statewide General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Industrial Activities (IGP) order number 2014-0057-DWQ or the latest order (See link below).

Contractor shall prepare and submit a best management practices (BMP) plan for OCTA’s review and acceptance; and shall implement BMP plan and maintain the BMPs for the duration of the project. See Section 01 57 13, Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control, for additional requirements.

(http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/board_decisions/adopted_orders/water_quality/2014 /wqo2014_0057_dwq_rev_mar2015.pdf).

B. Use best management practices (BMPs) Contractor proposes in connection with the execution of construction activity at the project site. Use BMPs included in the Construction Site Best Management Practices (BMP) Manual prepared by the California Stormwater Quality Association, www.cabmphandbooks.com.

C. Provide copies of the contractor’s BMP plan to subcontractors and keep a copy available onsite at the project office. Provide amendments to the BMP plan when there is a change in construction or operations, or where storm water runoff conditions may affect the discharge of significant quantities of pollutants to surface waters, groundwater, or separate municipal storm sewer systems. Submit the amended BMP plan to the OCTA for review and acceptance as soon as practicable and retain the amended plan on site.

D. Preparation and implementation of an OCTA-accepted BMP plan does not relieve the Contractor or subcontractors of their responsibilities to comply with state, county, and local governmental requirements, including those for storm water management and non-point source runoff controls.

1.05 MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS (MSDS)

A. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) are prepared by manufacturers and suppliers of products that contain hazardous materials. Hazardous material is defined as any substance which is a physical or health hazard or is included in the Cal/OSHA Director's List of Hazardous Substances, or is listed by the California EPA Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment under Title 27 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 27001, Chemicals Known to the State to Cause Cancer or Reproductive Toxicity.

B. No hazardous materials shall be delivered, stored, or used at any work site or facility unless they are properly labeled, tagged, or marked and a copy of the MSDS has been provided to the OCTA. Provide a copy of any updated MSDS to the Engineer immediately.

http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/board_decisions/adopted_orders/water_quality/2014/wqo2014_0057_dwq_rev_mar2015.pdf http://www.waterboards.ca.gov/board_decisions/adopted_orders/water_quality/2014/wqo2014_0057_dwq_rev_mar2015.pdf http://www.cabmphandbooks.com/

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C. Maintain a file of MSDSs at the work site. Keep MSDS files current; add new or updated MSDSs immediately and provide a copy to the OCTA.

D. See Contract Documents for OCTA Level 3 Health, Safety, and Environmental Specifications for additional requirements.

1.06 CONTRACTOR USE OF WORK SITE

A. Coordinate access, use, and preparation of facilities adjacent to project areas with owners and agencies. Coordination shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Staging and laydown areas for use under this Contract are to be planned with OCTA Facility Manager. Staging and laydown areas not covered in the Contract Documents shall be requested in writing and approved by the OCTA. The OCTA may or may not grant approval. No equipment may be operated, or materials stored or placed for any period of time in unfenced areas. Provide a fence to enclose each laydown or staging area within the right-of-way. Furnish the OCTA with plan of all staging and laydown areas to document their condition prior to start of work.

2. Contractor shall submit construction staging plan as a part of SSWP for review and approval by OCTA. The staging plan must be accepted by the OCTA prior to undertaking work in accordance with the staging plan.

3. Prior to demobilization, restore to full serviceability fences, walls, signs, and gates affected by Contractor's access to the right-of-way.

B. Confine work site operations to areas permitted by law, ordinances, permits, and the contract.

C. Consider the safety of the work, OCTA patrons and property on and adjacent to the work site when determining amount, location, movement, and use of materials and equipment on work site.

D. Do not load worksite with excessive amounts of material, equipment, or other items which have the potential to interfere with the work or with bus base operations.

E. Protect products, equipment, and materials stored on work site..

F. Coordinate operations and secure from property owners at no cost to OCTA additional storage or work areas as needed for proper execution of the work.

Adhere to the noise levels and work hours of local ordinances.

G. Protect the general public from work-related activities, and do not unnecessarily inconvenience those persons with work activities.

H. Submit proposed locations of staging areas for OCTA’s approval.

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I. Preserve drainage facilities throughout the duration of the work so that there is no ponding or accumulation of water in any work site area, there is no flow of water diverted out of normal drainage channels. Maintain culvert inlets and outlets free of debris. Prevent construction water from draining into site storm drain.

J. Preserve existing right-of-way fences and walls, and replace any fences or walls damaged during the work to the satisfaction of the owner(s) of the fences or walls.

K. Provide and maintain barriers and chain-link fence around the work area as required to close work area.

1.07 WORK ZONE LIMITATIONS OF SITE

A. In addition to site utilization limitations and requirements indicated in contract documents, divide available space equitably among subcontractors and other entities needing access and space so as to provide best overall efficiency in performance of total work of the project.

B. Schedule deliveries so as to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on site, with minimal disruption to adjoining property owners and operations. Pick-up and delivery shall be conducted only during normal working hours and as approved by OCTA. The contractor shall give OCTA 48 hours notice prior to delivery of equipment or materials to the project site and shall be on site to accept his deliveries.

1.08 POLLUTION CONTROLS

A. Conduct operations for the execution of the project in compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations controlling pollution and noise levels related to construction work, in accordance with Section 01 14 27, Legal Relations and Responsibility.

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SECTION 01 14 27

LEGAL RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Laws to be observed, fire prevention, protection of premises, use of explosives, access roads, construction roads, waste control, public relations, and pollution controls.

2. This section complements requirements in other sections.

1.02 LAWS TO BE OBSERVED

A. Keep fully informed of State and Federal laws; county, municipal, and other local ordinances; regulations; and orders of authorities having jurisdiction AHJ) that affect those engaged in the work, materials used in the work or conduct of the work.

B. Observe and comply with laws, ordinances, regulations, and orders of authorities having jurisdiction over the work. Contractor's responsibilities include causing Contractor's agents, employees, subcontractors, and visitors to observe and comply with these laws, ordinances, regulations, and orders.

C. Protect and indemnify OCTA and its officers and employees against claims and liabilities arising from or based on Contractor's violation of a law, ordinance, regulation, or order.

D. Report to the OCTA, in writing within two days of discovery, discrepancies or inconsistencies discovered in the drawings, specifications, or contract documents in relation to laws, ordinances, regulations, or orders.

1.03 COORDINATION WITH UTILITIES

A. Coordinate with utility companies to ensure that utility locations are clearly marked for the duration of construction activities.

1.04 FIRE PROTECTION

A. Comply with Federal, State, county, municipal, and other laws and regulations pertaining to the prevention, control, and fighting of fire and to the conduct of

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B. Supply fire-fighting equipment, supplies, and personnel and perform work required by laws and regulations pertaining to fire protection. If loss or damage results from fire or other cause, promptly repair loss or damage at no expense to OCTA.

1.05 PROTECTION OF PREMISES

A. Take precautions necessary and be responsible for maintaining lights, electric power guards, signs, temporary passages, utilities.

B. Restore loss or damage to materials, tools, or other equipment used or held for use in connection with the work at no expense to OCTA.

C. Restore loss or damage as a result of fire or other cause attributable to Contractor or subcontractors work at no expense to OCTA. Promptly repair damage and restore loss to materials, tools, or other articles used or held for use in connection with the work. Carry the work to completion without damage to or interference with other work or contiguous property.

1.06 USE OF EXPLOSIVES

A. Use of explosives is not permitted on OCTA bus bases.

1.07 WORK SITES AND WASTE MATERIAL

A. Obtain required approvals and bear costs of location, construction, maintenance, operation, removal, and transportation of sanitation facilities and waste material from work sites. Sanitation shall conform to local, State, and Federal requirements.

Maintain work sites in a neat and orderly condition. Provide temporary toilet and hand wash for Contractor’s workers on site to be serviced every day.

B. Before starting work, submit to OCTA a contingency plan for cleanup of accidental spillage of toxic or detrimental materials and for restoration of damage thereby to near-natural conditions. Conduct the handling, storage, and disposal of waste material so as to avoid pollution of storm drains, county channel, rivers, streams, ponds, or wells, and in compliance with local, State, and Federal environmental laws and regulations.

C. OCTA shall acquire all applicable permits. These permits include, but would not be limited to, a Section 404 Wetlands Fill Permit from the USACE, or a Report of Waste Discharge from the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB), and a Section 401 Water Quality Certification from the RWCQB. Additionally, a Section 1602 Streambed Alteration Agreement from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife

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(CDFW) would be required for development that would cross or affect any stream course.

1.08 PUBLIC RELATIONS, CONVENIENCE, AND NOTICE OF DAMAGE

A. Conduct operations so as to offer the least possible obstruction and inconvenience to the public. Have under construction no greater length or amount of work than can be prosecuted properly with due regard to the rights of the public. Control temporary noise from construction equipment by using work hour controls and maintenance of muffler systems on machinery as necessary.

B. Provide, at Contractor's expense, adequate safeguards, safety devices, and protective equipment, and take other needed action, both at Contractor's own volition and as the OCTA may determine reasonably necessary, to protect property, life, health, and public safety in connection with the performance of the work covered by the contract.

C. Notify the OCTA in writing within 24 hours after causing injury to persons or damage to public or private property, including above and below ground structures. The contractor shall be responsible and liable for all damages and injuries.

1.09 ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANTI-POLLUTION

A. Comply with Federal, State, county, municipal, and other local laws and regulations pertaining to the environment, including noise, aesthetics, air quality, water quality, and resources of archaeological significance. Refer also to Section 01 14 43 Environmental Resource Protection for additional requirements. Expense of compliance with these laws and regulations is included in the lump sum and unit prices. Provide water used for dust control, or for pre-wetting areas to be paved, as required; no payment will be made by OCTA for this water.

B. Carry out grading and other work in a manner which will not create a pollution problem. Temporary construction roads, haul roads, and work areas shall be maintained free from excessive dust by an approved program of sprinkling, graveling, chemical treatment, temporary asphalt pavement, or combination thereof for the duration of the work.

C. Give attention to the effect of work operations upon the landscape and take care to maintain natural surroundings undamaged. Disturbances of land or water outside the limits of construction shall be rehabilitated by Contractor at its expense, when and as directed by the OCTA.

D. Prevent pollution of storm drains, county channel, rivers, streams, irrigation ditches, and reservoirs with sediment or other harmful materials. Fuels, oils, bitumen, calcium chloride, cement, or other contaminants that would contribute to water pollution shall not be dumped into or placed where they will leach into storm drains, rivers, streams, irrigation ditches, or reservoirs. If operating equipment in

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Legal Relations and Responsibility 01 14 27 - 4 streambeds or in and around open waters, protect the quality of ground water, wetlands, and surface waters.

E. Protect adjacent properties and water resources from erosion and sediment damage throughout the duration of the contract. Comply with applicable NPDES permits and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) requirements. See Section 01 14 25, Procedures in Construction, and Section 01 57 13, Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control.

F. Do not conduct construction activities outside the right-of-way during muddy or wet ground conditions.

G. If archaeological remains are uncovered during construction, stop grading operations in the vicinity of the find and immediately notify the OCTA. Refer to Section 01 14 43, Environmental and Resource protection for additional requirements.

H. Costs associated with environmental and pollution control measures are considered incidental to the contract work, at no additional cost to OCTA.

I. Take the following actions and others as necessary to control environmental pollution:

1. Reduce air pollution by minimizing dust, containing chemical vapors, and controlling engine exhaust gases. Limit idling of machinery as directed by the

OCTA.

2. Reduce water pollution by controlling sanitary facilities and proper storage of fuel and other contaminants.

3. Reduce turbidity and siltation by controlling erosion and sedimentation.

4. Minimize noise levels.

5. Dispose of waste daily and spoil properly.

6. Prevent landscape defacement and damage.

J. Comply with South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 403 to control fugitive dust emissions. In addition to the requirements contained therein, comply with the following:

1. Water all land clearing/earth moving activity areas to control dust as required by the OCTA. Areas shall remain visibly moist during active operations.

2. Visually inspect construction equipment prior to leaving work sites. Wash off any loose dirt with wheel washers as necessary.

3. Properly tune and maintain all construction equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.

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4. Maintain and operate construction equipment so as to minimize exhaust emissions. During construction activities, trucks and vehicles in loading and unloading queues shall have their engines turned off when not in use to reduce noise and exhaust emissions.

5. Establish on-site construction equipment staging areas and construction worker parking lots on either paved surfaces or unpaved surfaces treated with soil stabilization materials.

6. Use electricity from power poles where feasible, rather than temporary diesel or gasoline powered generators. Muffle noise from generators to the extent practical.

7. Use on-site mobile equipment powered by alternative fuel sources, such as ultra-low sulfur diesel, methanol, natural gas, propane or butane.

8. Construction grading or earth moving on days when wind gusts exceed or are forecast to exceed 25 mph is prohibited.

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PART 4 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. There will be no separate measurement for work of this section.

B. Full compensation for all work involved shall be included in the various items of work, and no separate payment shall be allowed therefor.

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SECTION 01 14 43

ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE PROTECTION

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Protection of species habitat.

2. Protection of archaeological resources.

3. Protection of paleontological resources (fossils).

4. Protection of human remains.

5. Protection from previously existing contamination.

6. Prevention of fuel spills and hazardous material spills.

7. Prevention of stored fuel leaks.

8. Protection of stormwater quality and control of stormwater quantity.

9. Prevention of traffic impacts.

10. Prevention of road damage.

11. Prevention of fugitive dust.

12. SCAQMD requirements.

13. Disposal of refuse.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 01 14 25, Procedures in Construction.

2. Section 01 14 27, Legal Relations and Responsibility.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under Section 01 33 00, Submittal Procedures.

B. Written commitment to clean up leaks of fuel or hazardous materials.

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C. Traffic Management plan.

1.03 GENERAL

A. The provisions of this section are required to reduce or avoid potential environmental impacts of the project, in accordance with environmental mitigation measures imposed by the OCTA and other responsible agencies.

B. This section summarizes required mitigation. Proceed with mitigation only after consultation with OCTA and Contractor’s biological, archaeological, and geological consultants.

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3.01 PROTECTION OF SPECIES HABITAT

A. Avoid placement of construction equipment and personnel within environmentally sensitive habitat areas used by target species of concern. Activities that cannot be conducted without placement of construction equipment and personnel within sensitive habitats shall be timed to avoid the breeding season of the target species of concern. Coordinate such activities and their timing with the OCTA.

B. Locate equipment storage, fueling and staging areas to minimize risks of direct drainage or runoff into riparian areas or other environmentally sensitive habitats.

Take every precaution to prevent the release of toxic substances into surface waters.

Report immediately all project spills of hazardous materials to the OCTA, OCTA, US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS), California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW), and Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). Immediately clean up hazardous materials and remove all contaminated soils; disposed only at approved disposal sites.

C. Stockpiling and staging of materials shall be limited to disturbed areas without native vegetation, areas to be impacted by the project or in non-sensitive habitats.

D. Establish No-Fueling zones within a minimum of 33 feet from all drainages and fire-sensitive areas.

E. Maintain project areas clean of debris to avoid attracting predators of the target species of concern. Enclose all food related trash in sealed containers and regularly

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Environmental Resource Protection 01 14 43 - 3 remove from site. Pets of construction personnel shall not be allowed on site where they may come into contact with any listed species.

F. If dead or injured listed species are located, biologist, in consultation with the OCTA, will notify the USFWS and the CDFG according to required protocols. Obtain instructions from the OCTA on how to proceed following such discovery.

G. Nesting avian species protected by the Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA):

1. For any construction activities or vegetation removal between February 15 and August 31, a nesting bird survey shall be conducted by contractor’s qualified biologist of all habitats within 250 feet of the construction area. Surveys shall be conducted no less than 14 days and no more than 30 days prior to commencement of construction activities and vegetation removal. The nesting bird surveys will be conducted in accordance with CDFG protocol as applicable.

If no active nests are identified on or within 250 feet of the construction site, no further mitigation is necessary. A copy of the pre-construction survey shall be submitted to the local agencies jurisdiction. If an active nest of a MBTA protected species is identified onsite (per established thresholds) a 100-foot no-work buffer shall be maintained between the nest and construction activity. This buffer can be reduced in consultation with CDFW and/or USFWS.

2. Completion of the nesting cycle shall be determined by a qualified ornithologist or biologist.

3.02 PROTECTION OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL RESOURCES

A. If evidence of an archaeological site or other suspected historical resource as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15064.5, including darkened soil representing past human activity, that could conceal material remains (e.g., worked stone, fired clay vessels, faunal bone, hearths, storage pits, or burials) are discovered during any project-related earth-disturbing activities (including projects that would not encounter undisturbed soils), all earth-disturbing activity within 100 feet of the find shall be halted and OCTA shall be notified.

3.03 PROTECTION OF PALEONTOLOGICAL RESOURCES (FOSSILS)

A. Should paleontological resources (i.e., fossil remains) be identified at a particular site during project construction, the construction foreman shall cease construction within 100 feet of the find until a qualified professional can provide an evaluation.

3.04 PROTECTION OF HUMAN REMAINS

A. In the event of the discovery of human remains during construction, procedures outlined in Section 15064.5(e) of the CEQA Guidelines shall be strictly followed.

Upon discovery all excavation at the site or any nearby area reasonably suspected to

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Environmental Resource Protection 01 14 43 - 4 overlie human remains shall cease immediately. Notify OCTA immediately. OCTA will notify County Coroner who will determine if remains are Native American. If the remains are determined to be Native American, the coroner will contact the Native American Heritage OCTA (NAHC). The NAHC will identify the Most Likely Descendent (MLD). The MLD will make recommendations for the appropriate treatment and disposition of the remains and any associated artifacts in accordance with Public Resources Code (PRC), Section 5097.98. Do not commence construction in the area until notified to do so by the OCTA.

3.05 PROTECTION FROM PREVIOUSLY EXISTING CONTAMINATION

A. In the event that previously unknown or unidentified soil and/or groundwater contamination that could present a threat to human health or the environment is encountered during construction of the proposed project, construction activities in the immediate vicinity of the contamination shall cease immediately. If contamination is encountered, a Risk Management Plan shall be prepared and implemented that (1) identifies the contaminants of concern and the potential risk each contaminant would pose to human health and the environment during construction and post development and (2) describes measures to be taken to protect workers, and the public from exposure to potential site hazards. Such measures could include a range of options, including, but not limited to, physical site controls during construction, remediation, long-term monitoring, post development maintenance or access limitations, or some combination thereof. Depending on the nature of contamination, if any, appropriate agencies shall be notified. If needed, a Site Health and Safety Plan that meets Occupational Safety and Health Administration requirements shall be prepared and in place prior to commencement of work in any contaminated area.

3.06 PREVENTION OF FUEL SPILLS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIAL SPILLS

A. Store fuel, hazardous materials, and chemicals of all types in a contained staging area.

B. Conduct equipment refueling and maintenance in the contained staging area.

C. Check vehicles daily for leaks.

3.07 PREVENTION OF STORED FUEL LEAKS

A. Provide berms or other secondary containment below fuel/chemical storage areas.

B. Test storage tanks, valves, etc., for leaks.

C. Submit a written commitment to provide labor, equipment, and materials to promptly clean up any leakage.

3.08 PROTECTION OF STORMWATER QUALITY AND CONTROL OF QUANTITY

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A. Comply with the stormwater quality plan prepared before issuance of construction permits. The plan will incorporate the state's industrial best management practices and other techniques if more effective. Refer to Section 01 14 25 Procedures in Construction for additional requirements.

B. Runoff from impervious areas is to be detained, treated to industrial standards, and released under control.

3.09 PREVENTION OF TRAFFIC IMPACTS

A. The Contractor shall prepare and submit a Traffic Management Plan in conjunction with local jurisdictions addressing the following:

1. Detours, and wide load requirements

2. Coordination with any other construction projects.

3. Length and timing of street closures.

4. Coordination with police and fire departments regarding changes in emergency access routes.

5. Temporary access routes and signage for any affected commercial property.

6. Contact information for OCTA, contractors and their personnel.

B. Conform to all conditions…