Agenda No. __________________

Ordinance No. ________________

CITY OF

Springfield ILLINOIS

CONTRACT BOOK

SECTION I -- INTRODUCTION SECTION V: -- PRICING

SECTION II -- INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS SECTION VI: -- CERTIFICATIONS

SECTION III -- SCOPE OF CONTRACT SECTION VII: -- ADDENDA

SECTION IV -- TERMS & CONDITIONS SECTION VIII: -- CONTRACT

MISTY BUSCHER, MAYOR

CONTRACT INDEX NO:_ UE27-10-46 ______

CONTRACT NAME: Alpha Substation Construction _(J1610 Project)

NAME OF BIDDER:

ADDRESS OF BIDDER:

CITY OF SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS

300 S. SEVENTH STREET,

ROOM #200

SPRINGFIELD, ILLINOIS 62701

SECTION I

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 Summary

The City of Springfield, Illinois ("City") is accepting sealed bids for UE27-10-46 – Alpha Substation Construction (J1610 Project). Bids must be submitted via the City's Bid Portal by Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. local time.

Department: Office of Public Utilities, City Water Light and Power Bid Security: 10% of Total Bid

1.2 Background

Springfield, the capital city of Illinois and seat of Sangamon County, has a population of 114,394 as of the 2020 census. The city's economy is driven by government agencies, healthcare, and medicine, with historical significance as the home of Abraham Lincoln from 1837 to 1861. Key attractions include the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, Lincoln Home, Old State Capitol, Lincoln-Herndon Law Offices, Lincoln Tomb, and historic Route 66.

1.3 Contact Information

Purchasing Agent Email: Purchasing@springfield.il.us 300 S. Seventh Street Phone: (217) 789-2191 Springfield, IL 62701

1.4 Timeline

The following timeline is a guide for planning purposes. The City reserves the right to adjust as needed:

Bid Released: October 6, 2026 Pre-Bid Meeting: Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting Pre-Bid Meeting/Site Visit: October 20, 2026 @ 9:00 a.m.

Pre-Bid Location: CWLP; 1008 E Miller St, Springfield, IL 62702 Questions Due to City: October 26, 2026, 12:00 p.m.

Response from City: October 29, 2026, 4:30 p.m.

Bids Due/Opening: November 5, 2026, 2:00 p.m.

Anticipated Award Date: December 15, 2026

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SECTION II

2. INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

2.1 Vendor Registration

Prospective bidders must register as vendors on the City of Springfield website at:

https://www.springfield.il.us/Registration/Options.aspx.

Registration enables receipt of bid opportunities and electronic submission of responses.

2.2 Retrieval of Bid/Proposal Documents

Bidders are responsible for accessing bid documents and addenda on the City’s website:

https://www.springfield.il.us/departments/OBM/OBMHome.aspx?Purchasing.

2.3 Submission of Bids/Proposals

Unless otherwise specified, bids must be submitted electronically via the City’s website in PDF format. All required documents (addenda, certifications, insurances, guarantees, bonds, etc.) must be included and complete.

2.4 Pre-Bid Meeting Attendance

A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be held as described in Section III. Only attendees of the pre-bid meeting may submit bids.

2.5 Questions

Submit questions in writing via the Question/Answer Tab on the City's website by the specified deadline. Include the relevant section title for clarity. Responses will be posted on the website with sufficient time for bid preparation.

2.6 Addenda

Addenda will be posted on the City's website. Bidders are responsible for incorporating all addenda into their submissions. Failure to acknowledge addenda does not relieve bidders of their obligations under the contract.

2.7 Withdrawal of Bid

Bids may be withdrawn via the City's website prior to opening. After opening, bids cannot be withdrawn for 90 days without the City’s consent, except as permitted by regulation. Post-opening corrections or withdrawals require a written determination by the Purchasing Agent.

2.8 Rejection of Bids

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, and accept the bid deemed in its best interest. Such decisions are final.

2.9 Bid Opening

Telephone, fax, email, or verbal offers will not be accepted. Bids will be publicly opened and read at the specified time. Late submissions will not be accepted.

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SECTION III

3. SCOPE OF WORK/PURCHASE

SPECIFICATIONS FOR

ALPHA SUBSTATION CONSTRUCTION (J1610 PROJECT)

INTENT

The intent of the specifications herein is for the City of Springfield, Office of Public Utilities (CWLP) to enter into contract for the provision of furnishing supervision, tools, equipment, materials, and labor necessary for the construction of the Alpha Substation associated with the MISO J1610 project.

INTERPRETATION TO BIDDER

A prospective bidder, who is in doubt as to the meaning of any part of the Contract Documents, or of any addenda, may submit to the Purchasing Agent a written request for interpretation.

Such requests shall be addressed to: Office of the Purchasing Agent Email: Purchasing@Springfield.il.us Phone: (217) 789-2191

Any such interpretation will be made by addendum. The City of Springfield will not be responsible for any explanation or interpretation of proposed documents other than by addendum. Any addenda will become part of the Contract Documents.

The bidders shall list any and all exceptions to these specifications. The bidders shall list any and all exceptions to these specifications. Drawings included are pre-final Issued for Bid, not construction. Issued for Construction prints will be made available after bid award.

Miscellaneous The Notice, Instruction to Bidders, Terms and Conditions, Addenda and the Scope of Work & Drawings set forth in this document will be the prevailing conditions of this Contract. Any exceptions to these terms and conditions must be addressed with respect to the specific page, paragraph and number and added to the proposal section of this Contract. Any Terms and Conditions submitted otherwise will not be considered or accepted for award of bid.

Pre-Bid Meeting (Mandatory)

Pre-Bid Meeting:

9:00am CDT Tuesday, October 20, 2026

Location:

CWLP Elec. Engineering; 1008 E Miller St, Springfield, IL 62702

*** Notify David Dixon by Tuesday, October 13, 2026 for attendance

Provide names, email addresses, and phone numbers for all who will be in attendance Email: David.dixon@cwlp.com ; phone (217) 321-1384

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Scope All material shall be per these specifications.

Project Scope Project Description:

This project involves the construction of a new 138kV Substation consisting of: one (1) 138kV circuit breaker; two (2) transmission line deadend arbors; one (1) incoming transmission line span; one (1) 23’x14’ control enclosure; one (1) backup emergency propane tank and generator; and other miscellaneous switching, bus, and metering equipment. The construction scope of work is described in the following pages of these specifications.

The following subsections are included within this section III:

Detailed Construction Scope of Work 01340 – Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples 01730 – Operation and Maintenance Data 03500 – Precast Concrete Manholes 05120 – Structural Steel 07920 – Sealants and Caulking 09900 – Painting 16000 – Electrical-General 16060 – Grounding and Bonding 16100 – Electrical Raceways 16101 – Boxes 16110 – Underground Duct Banks, Manholes and Handholes 16115 – Utility Underground Conduit 16120 – Wire and Cable (600V Class) 16121 – Instrumentation Cable 16122 – Data Cable 16195 – Electrical Identification Systems 16340 – Surge Arresters 16360 – Power Circuit Breakers 16370 – Buswork, Conductors, and Fittings 16410 – Substation Grounding 16530 – Exterior Lighting 16990 – Electrical Testing Supplemental Drawings

A geotechnical report is available for prospective bidders upon request.

Separate from this project is the surrounding solar array construction completed by others.

Coordination will be required between CWLP and the surrounding solar construction for access, delivery, and other construction logistics. Any removed materials shall be hauled off-site and be legally disposed of by the Contractor.

Required Permits:

No permits are required for this project. A review of the FAA notice criteria has been completed, and no filing is required.

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Material Delivery Location Site address to be determined – general location latitude 39.651222, longitude -89.715262.

Approximately 1.5 miles South of the intersection of Illinois State Route 4 and Goldenrod Drive, Chatham, IL 62629.

Project Contacts

Title Name Office # Email

Assistant General Superintendent (CWLP)

Brian Bell (217) 321-1330 brian.bell@cwlp.com

Project Manager (CWLP) Dave Mattingly (217) 321-1379 david.mattingly@cwlp.com

Project Engineer (CWLP) David Dixon (217) 321-1384 david.dixon@cwlp.com

Project Manager (BHMG) Justin Wood (618) 980-9985 jwood@bhmg.com

Lead Engineer (BHMG) Jack Sykut (636) 333-3945 jsykukt@bhmg.com

Work Sequence A. General: Construction sequence shall be determined by Contractor subject to Owner’s requirement of being ready for commissioning by Wednesday, September 1st, 2027.

B. Scheduled Events: Work requiring an outage shall be scheduled per the Contractor’s determination and coordinated a minimum of 6-weeks in advance of the first date the outage is required.

C. Substantial Completion Date: July 1, 2027 D. Substantial Completion Requirements:

1. Completion of all of the following, including testing and quality control activities:

i. Fence and gates

ii. Foundation curing

iii. All grounding grid installation and connections to the fence, gates, and all grounded assets physically located between and including the dead-end arbors

iv. All steel and equipment assemblies, including all electrical and mechanical connections

v. Single-span interconnection between the CWLP Alpha Substation and the CWLP transmission line

vi. All conduit, pullboxes, vaults and cable terminations as described in subsequent sections for the Contractor’s responsibility

vii. Placement of Control Enclosure

2. Exceptions to Substantial Completion

i. Installation of Relay Panels within Control Enclosure

ii. Associated wiring and connections within Control Enclosure

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Performance Bond A. Within fourteen (14) calendar days after the Contract is fully executed, Contractor shall furnish a Performance Bond in an amount at least equal to the Contract Price as security for the faithful performance of all Contractor’s obligations under the Contract Documents. This Bond shall remain in effect until at least one year after the date of final payment, except as otherwise provided by Law.

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DETAILED CONSTRUCTION SCOPE OF WORK

CWLP Alpha Substation and T-Line Tie-In Span – 138 kV Discipline: Electrical / Civil / Structural Installation

1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Provide all labor, supervision, materials (unless noted as owner-supplied), tools, equipment, and incidentals required to construct a complete 138 kV substation bay, T-line span of 138kV transmission including:

• Steel structure erection

• Foundation installation

• 138kV equipment installation

• Bus and conductor installation

• Grounding system

• Underground conduit and duct banks

• Cable vault and raceway systems

• Connections to control enclosure and auxiliary systems o Control enclosure to be unloaded and set on pad by installation contractor.

Installation contractor shall coordinate efforts with enclosure supplier.

• Lighting, receptacles, and support systems

• Stringing / Sagging of one span of 138kV transmission between Substation and CWLP Transmission line o Two (2) overhead ground wires o Three (3) phases of 138kV transmission conductor

• 138kV Insulator / hardware installation

• Connections to Liquid Propane generator. Liquid Propane tank supplied and set by others.

• Final top rock placement upon substation completion and approval of CWLP.

Work includes full integration with transmission line contractor at defined demarcation point for CWLP Transmission line as well as line between Substation and the Solar Collector Station. Conductor and deadend hardware from collector station shall be the responsibility of others.

2. GENERAL CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

2.1 Included

• Material procurement (contractor-supplied items)

• Installation of owner-furnished equipment

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• Rigging, hauling, unloading, and placement o Major materials may need to be moved from customer location to site at contractor responsibility.

• All hardware, supports, and incidental materials

• Field verification of dimensions and quantities

• Coordination with other contractors

• Provisions for temporary sanitation and other personnel needs.

• Provision of on-site climate controlled construction trailer with single desk and workspace dedicated to CWLP project manager/inspector. Trailer shall be on site upon completion of ground mat installation to final top rock placement.

• Connections and provisions of meter, conductor, and all materials required for temporary power, as described.

o Temporary power will be supplied by a distribution panel (provided by others) which is located west of the substation near the solar collector station. Conduit and cable from the distribution panel will be provided by others and stubbed outside the fence near the southwest corner of the substation o Contractor shall be responsible for installing pullbox within the substation as shown on the drawings, complete the landing of the stubbed station service cable and conduit to the pullbox, and making any necessary connections between the pullbox and the contractor’s temporary power meter structure. Contractor shall be responsible for providing all temporary service conductors between the pullbox and the meter structure, construction trailer, and any necessary power points.

2.2 Explicit Requirements

• Verify all dimensions prior to installation

• Provide spare quantities of consumables/hardware

• Accept responsibility for equipment during handling and installation

3. CIVIL / SITE WORK (MINOR / INSTALL INTERFACE)

• Site to be pad ready design.

• Coordinate layout within ~124 ft × 147 ft fenced substation footprint

• Maintain:

o Equipment clearances

• Install crushed rock surface layer, see civil design requirements.

• Coordinate installation with foundation contractor

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• Ensure barricades or other adequate protections are in place to protect foundation and anchor bolts from damage prior to structure erection.

4. STRUCTURAL & EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION

4.1 Major Equipment (Owner-Supplied, Contractor Installed)

• (1) 138 kV circuit breaker (BKR 52-1)

• (2) 138 kV vertical break switches (SW 52-1A, SW 52-1B)

• (2) line terminal / arrester structures (ARBOR-1, ARBOR-2)

• (3) CT/PT unit and (1) CCVT unit

• (6) Surge arresters

• (1) 15kW Propane Generator

• (1) 1,000 Gallon L.P. tank (Installation contractor to coordinate propane tank installation with propane tank supplier).

• (5) Panels – Installation contractor to install panels inside new control enclosure after delivery. This is installation only, CWLP to complete all interconnect wiring and energization of equipment.

4.2 Structural Installation

• Install steel structures and frames

• Level, align, and anchor all equipment

• Provide galvanized hardware and mounting accessories for general equipment mounting. Structural hardware provided by steel fabricator.

4.3 Control Equipment

• Coordinate control enclosure installation with enclosure supplier.

o Installation contractor to offload and set enclosure on pad.

• Install propane tank (1,000 gallon) and interface system to generator.

5. BUS, CONDUCTOR & ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

5.1 Bus Installation

• Install dual 795 kcmil AAC conductor

5.2 Jumper Installation

Install jumpers between:

• Breaker → switch

• Switch → CT/PT or CCVT

• Switch → line termination

• Line → lightning arrester

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5.3 Installation Requirements

• Measure all conductor lengths prior to cutting

• Use specified:

o Stainless steel bolts o Flat washers + Belleville washers

• Provide dual terminal connections where required

5.4 Control Cable Installation

• Installation contractor responsible for yard equipment terminations from equipment to junction boxes.

• CWLP is responsible for control cable terminations from junction boxes to control enclosure, including wire pulling.

• Security equipment and security cables to be installed and terminated by CWLP

• Circuit breaker terminations and cable pulling by CWLP

6. TRANSMISSION LINE INTERFACE

• Coordinate with T-line contractor at demarcation

• Solar tie-in T-line contractor scope (span between new substation and solar developer substation) o Conductor, insulators, deadend installation

• Alpha Substation and T-Line contractor scope:

o Conductors, insulators, deadend installation of the span between new substation and transmission structure.

Conductor tensions to be installed in accordance with provided stringing charts.

o Removal of existing temporary jumper bypass configuration and transfer of jumpers to the newly installed transmission line span.

o Jumper termination to equipment pads

• Verify phasing (A/B/C) prior to energization

7. GROUNDING SYSTEM INSTALLATION

7.1 Ground Grid

• Install complete ground grid using:

o 4/0 AWG copper

See details for burial depth and installation details.

• Ensure:

o Continuous looped grid

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• Route around foundations and under conduits

7.2 Ground Rods & Mats

• Install:

o Copperweld rods (8 ft and 15 ft lengths) o Copper ground mats at designated locations

7.3 Equipment Grounding

Bond all equipment including:

• Breaker, switches, structures

• Control enclosure

• Cable vault and trays

• Generator and fuel tank

• Junction boxes and receptacles

• Fence system

Ground risers:

• 6 ft above grade (typ.)

• 10 ft above grade (fence grounding and control enclosure grounding)

7.4 Installation Methods

• Below grade:

o Exothermic welds or DMC Swage compression connections

• Above grade:

o Mechanical connections

• Repair damaged conductors; maintain continuity

8. CONDUIT & RACEWAY INSTALLATION

8.1 General

Install full underground and exposed conduit system connecting:

• Control enclosure

• Breaker

• CT/PT and CCVT

• Cable vault and pull boxes

• Lighting and receptacles

• Generator and LP tank

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• Communications and security systems

8.2 Conduit Types

• PVC Schedule 40 (underground)

• RMC (above grade / risers)

• Flexible conduit (equipment terminations)

8.3 Major Conduit Work

• 4"–5" conduits:

o Between vault and equipment (~50–60 ft runs typical)

• 3" conduits:

o CT/PT and CCVT circuits

• 1.5" conduits:

o Lighting, receptacles, controls

• Fiber conduit with innerduct system o To in ground termination box outside substation fence.

8.4 Installation Requirements

• Install conduits:

o With proper spacing, alignment, and slope o With detectable warning tape (9" below grade)

• Seal all entries with duct seal

• Install pull ropes in all conduits

• Maintain:

o Vertical plumb stub-ups (8" above concrete)

8.5 Cable Vault

• Install precast cable vault

• Provide:

o 12" drainage rock base o Drain hole o Conduit penetrations sealed with hydraulic cement

8.6 Special Conduit Systems

• Stub-outs 10 ft beyond fence for future interconnection

• Lighting conduit routed to structures and pole

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• Security conduit for camera system

• Generator conduit

9. AUXILIARY SYSTEMS

9.1 Lighting System

• Install LED luminaires at ~32 ft mounting height

• Install:

o Floodlights o Wall packs at enclosure

• Install controls (photocells, switches(if needed))

9.2 Receptacles

• Install yard receptacles

9.3 Junction Boxes

Install and wire:

• CT/PT boxes

• CCVT boxes

• Fuel tank monitoring box

• General purpose junction boxes

Includes:

• Fuse blocks

• Terminal blocks

• Nameplates

• Grounding connections

10. INTEGRATION REQUIREMENTS

• Install parallel 4/0 ground conductor with control cable conduits

• Ensure bonding:

o Between conduit, equipment, and grid

• Coordinate:

o Ground grid crossings with duct banks

11. TESTING & QA/QC

11.1 Grounding Testing

• Verify continuity of entire grounding system

• Perform ground resistance testing as required

11.2 Installation Verification

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• Verify:

o Conduit routing and integrity o Equipment alignment o Torque requirements for bolting o Proper conductor connections o Contractor shall make final inspection of all connectors with CWLP representative for appropriate torque prior to commissioning.

o Contractor shall apply witness paint marks to all connectors after final inspection in a form acceptable to CWLP.

13. EXCLUSIONS

• Transmission line installation beyond demarcation. Conductor and deadend hardware from collector station shall be the responsibility of others.

• Major civil earthwork, site to be pad ready. Final top rock layer is part of this contract.

• Final commissioning and protection testing (unless specified)

• Utility interconnections outside fence line

• Control enclosure stairs to be provided by building contractor. Installation contractor to install pre-fabricated building stairs according to standards and design drawings.

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SUBSECTION 01340

Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

A. Contractor shall make submittals to Engineer.

B. Contractor:

1. Verify field dimensions

2. Verify compliance with Contract requirements

3. Certify review

4. Transmit reviewed submittals to Engineer.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Shop Drawings:

Shop drawings are original drawings prepared by Contractor, subcontractor, sub-subcontractor, supplier, or distributor, which illustrate some portion of the work, showing fabrication, layout, setting or erection details.

1. Prepared by qualified detailer.

2. Identify details by reference to sheet and detail numbers shown on contract drawings.

3. Drawn at scale of 3” per foot or larger.

4. Maximum sheet size:

24” x 36”

5. Reprints of Engineer’s drawings are not acceptable for shop drawings.

B. Product Data:

1. Manufacturer’s standard schematic drawings edited to fit this project.

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2. Manufacturer’s catalog sheets, brochures, diagrams, schedules, performance charts, illustrations, and other standard descriptive data.

a. Clearly mark each copy to identify pertinent materials, products or models.

b. Show wiring diagrams and controls.

c. Show performance characteristics and capacities.

C. Samples:

Physical samples to illustrate materials, equipment, or workmanship.

Approved samples establish standards by which complete work is judged.

Maintain at site as directed. Protect until no longer needed.

1. Office samples:

Of sufficient size to clearly illustrate:

a. Functional characteristics of product or material.

b. Full range of color samples.

c. After review, samples may be used on construction of project.

2. Field samples and mock-ups:

a. Erect at project site at location approved by Contractor and Owner.

b. Construct each sample or mock-up complete, including work of all crafts required in finished work.

c. Remove as directed.

1.3 SPECIFIED PRODUCT LIST AND SAMPLES

A. Submit to Engineer within 20 business days after Notice to Proceed date, a list of product manufacturers and full range of color samples for each manufacturer, and full range of color samples for each manufacturer’s product proposed for installation. No colors will be selected prior to submittal of all products requiring a color selection.

B. Tabulate list of each specification section.

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C. For products specified under reference standards, include with listing of each product:

1. Name and address of manufacturer

2. Trade name

3. Model or catalog number

4. Manufacturer’s data

a. Performance and test data

b. Reference standards

D. Subcontractors’ names shall be included in list and must coincide with approved subcontractor list.

1.4 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor shall review and stamp all shop drawings, product data and samples prior to submission. Failure to follow any or all established procedures set forth shall result in submittals being returned without review, at Contractor’s expense.

B. Contractor shall verify:

1. Field measurements

2. Field construction criteria

3. Catalog numbers and similar data

C. Contractor shall coordinate each submittal with requirements of work and contract documents.

D. Contractor’s responsibility for errors and omissions shall not be relieved by

Engineer’s review of submittal.

E. Contractor’s responsibility for deviations in submittals from requirements of contract documents shall not be relieved by Engineer’s review unless written acceptance by Engineer of specific deviations is issued.

F. Contractor shall notify Engineer in writing at time of submission of deviations within submittal from requirements of contract documents.

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G. Contractor shall begin no work that requires shop drawings or product data submittals until return of submittals bearing Engineer’s or professional consultant’s stamp and initials or signature.

H. After Engineer’s review, distribute shop drawings and/or product data to appropriate suppliers and subcontractors.

1.5 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A. A completed cover sheet provided at the end of this section shall accompany each individual submittal.

B. All submittals shall include:

1. Date and revision dates.

2. Project title and number.

3. Names of:

a. Engineer

b. Subcontractor

c. Sub-subcontractor

d. Supplier

e. Manufacturer

f. Separate detailer when pertinent

4. Identification of product or material.

5. Relation to adjacent structure or material.

6. Field dimensions clearly identified as such.

7. Specification section and page number, one specification section per submittal.

8. Specified standards, such as ASTM number of ANSI.

9. Identification of previously approved deviations from contract documents.

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10. Engineer will not review submittals unless Shop Drawing Submittal cover sheet is attached to each individual submittal, signed and stamped by the Contractor.

C. Allow adequate space on cover sheet for Engineer to affix his stamp.

1.6 RESUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A. Shop Drawings:

1. Contractor shall revise initial drawings as required and resubmit as specified for initial submission.

2. Contractor shall indicate on drawings any changes which may have been made, other than those required by Engineer.

B. Product Data and Samples:

1. Submit new data and samples as required for initial submission.

C. Make all resubmittals within 15 days after Engineer’s previous review.

1.7 DISTRIBUTION OF SUBMITTALS AFTER REVIEW

A. Distribute copies of shop drawings and product data bearing Engineer’s or professional consultant’s stamp to:

1. Contractor

2. Project site file

3. Other concerned subcontractors

4. Supplier/fabricator

B. Contractor shall distribute samples as directed.

1.8 ENGINEER’S REVIEW

A. Engineer will review all submittals with reasonable promptness.

B. Engineer will review for:

1. Conformance with design concept of project.

2. Information contained in contract documents.

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C. Engineer’s review of a separate item does not constitute review of an assembly within which item functions.

D. Engineer’s or professional consultant’s stamp, initials or signature certifying to review of submittal will be affixed.

E. Engineer will return submittals to contractor for distribution.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used

PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used

END OF SECTION

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Shop Drawing Submittal

Date: ____________

PROJECT:

BHMG Project No.:

Contractor:

Presented By:

Company Name:

Address:

Phone:

Contact Person:

Email:

Item:

Spec Section:

By approving and submitting these shop drawings, product data and samples, we represent that we have determined and verified all materials, field measurements and field construction criteria related thereto, or will do so, and that we have checked and coordinated information contained within submittal with requirements of the work and contract documents.

Contractor’s Signature

Date

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SUBSECTION 01730

Operation and Maintenance Data

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Format and content of manuals.

B. Instruction of Owner's personnel.

C. Schedule of submittals.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Prepare instructions and data by personnel experienced in maintenance and operation of described products.

1.3 FORMAT

A. Prepare data in the form of an instructional manual.

B. Binders:

Commercial quality, 8-1/2” x 11” three-ring binders with hardback, cleanable, plastic covers; 1” maximum ring size. When multiple binders are used, correlate data into related consistent groupings.

C. Cover:

Identify each binder with typed or printed title OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS; list title of Project; identify subject matter of contents.

D. Arrange content by systems under section numbers and sequence of Table of Contents of this Project Manual.

E. Provide tabbed fly leaf for each separate product and system, with typed description of product and major component parts of equipment.

F. Text:

Manufacturer's printed data, or typewritten data on 20-pound paper.

G. Drawings:

Provide with reinforced punched binder tab. Bind in with text, fold larger drawings to size of text pages.

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1.4 CONTENTS, EACH VOLUME

A. Table of Contents:

Provide title of Project; names, addresses, and telephone numbers of Engineer, Subconsultants, and Contractor with name of responsible parties;

schedule of products and systems, indexed to content of the volume.

B. For Each Product or System:

List names, addresses and telephone numbers of Subcontractors and suppliers, including local source of supplies and replacement parts.

C. Product Data:

Mark each sheet to clearly identify specific products and component parts, and data applicable to installation. Delete inapplicable information.

D. Drawings:

Supplement product data to illustrate relations of component parts of equipment and systems, to show control and flow diagrams.

E. Type Text:

As required to supplement product data. Provide logical sequence of instructions for each procedure, incorporating manufacturer's instructions.

1.5 INSTRUCTION OF OWNER PERSONNEL

A. Before final inspection, instruct Owner's designated personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems, at agreed upon times.

B. For equipment requiring seasonal operation, perform instructions for other seasons within six months.

C. Use operation and maintenance manuals as basis for instruction. Review contents of manual with personnel in detail to explain all aspects of operation and maintenance.

D. Prepare and insert additional data in Operation and Maintenance Manual when need for such data becomes apparent during instruction.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit two copies of preliminary draft or proposed formats and outlines of contents before start of Work. Engineer will review draft and return one copy with comments.

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B. For equipment, or component parts of equipment put into service during construction and operated by Owner, submit documents within 10 days after acceptance.

C. Submit one copy of completed volumes in final form 15 days prior to final inspection. Copy will be returned after final inspection, with Engineer comments. Revise content of documents as required prior to final submittal.

D. Submit two (2) paper and one (1) digital (pdf) copies of revised volumes of data in final form within ten days after final inspection.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS Not Used

PART 3 – EXECUTION Not Used

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SUBSECTION 03500

Precast Concrete Manholes

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

A. American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM):

1. A 48 - Specification for Gray-Iron Castings

2. A615 – Standard Specification for deformed and plain carbon steel bars for concrete reinforcement

3. C 478 - Specification for Precast Reinforced Concrete Manhole Sections

4. C 857 - Minimum Structural Design Loading for Underground Precast

Concrete Utility Structures

5. C 858 - Underground Precast Concrete Utility Structures

B. IDOT Standard specifications for road and bridge construction, 1/1/2022

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit shop drawings for all proposed precast utility structures, and accessories.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURED UNITS

A. Precast Concrete Manholes:

1. Construct precast concrete manholes in accordance with design, size, shape, form, details, and at locations indicated on the Drawings.

2. Provide precast, cylinder units, taper sections, and eccentric flat top sections meeting strength requirements for "Precast Reinforced Concrete Manhole Risers and Tops," ASTM C 478.

3. Properties:

a. Reinforcement of Grade 60 bars.

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b. Croncrete minimum 4,000 psi.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Excavation and backfill per CWLP requirements and final Civil construction drawing set.

B. Install all sections level, plumb and per drawings. Crushed rock, per IDOT

CA7, shall be used for bedding. See civil construction drawings for final requirements.

C. Apply sealants to all joints.

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SUBSECTION 05120

Structural Steel

PART 1 - EXECUTION

1.1 ERECTION

A. Provide fastening devices as required per vendor drawings and in compliance with the drawings and shop drawings.

B. Erect structural steel in accordance with drawings and as recommended by

AISC Code of Standard Practice.

C. Anchor bolts shall comply with ASTM F1554.

D. Connection bolts for steel assemblies shall comply with ASTM A307, unless otherwise specified.

E. Structural joints made using high strength bolts, hardened washers, and nuts tightened to a high bolt tension shall comply with the “Specification for Structural Joints Using ASTM A325 or A490 Bolts”, issued by the Research Council on Riveted and Bolted Structural Joints of the Engineering Foundation.

F. Repair any damaged galvanizing per ASTM A780.

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SUBSECTION 07920

Sealants and Caulking

1.1 WORK INCLUDES

A. Preparing substrate surfaces

B. Sealants and joint backing

C. Concrete sealer

A. Qualifications:

Application shall be done by a Joint Sealant Subcontractor with five years’ experience.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Dow-Corning Corp.

B. Sika Corp.

C. Or approved equal

2.2 SEALANTS

A. One-Component Acrylic Sealant

1. Acrylic emulsion sealant, one-part, mildew resistant and paintable, complying with ASTM C834, recommended by manufacturer for general use as an exposed building construction sealant, Pecora AC-20, or approved substitute.

B. Interior Silicone Rubber Sealant

1. Silicone rubber-based, one-part elastomeric sealant, complying with ASTM C920, Type S, Class 25, Grade NS.

2. Use acid-type for non-porous joint surfaces, and non-acid type where one or both joint surfaces are porous.

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3. For wet areas use type compounded specifically for mildew resistance.

4. Use for interior joints between equipment or counters and walls.

C. Two-Component Polyurethane Sealant

1. Polyurethane-based, 2-part elastomeric sealant, complying with ASTM C920, Type M, Class 25, Grade NS (non-sag).

2. For exterior and interior sidewalk and floor joints, polyurethane as above except Grade P (self-leveling).

D. Backer Rod:

Compressible, closed cell non-gassing type compatible with required sealant.

2.3 Primers and Colors

A. Primers shall be non-staining type, as recommended by manufacturer of sealant for the material in contact.

B. All sealant and caulking compounds shall be non-staining and color fast.

Colors shall be selected by the Engineer but in general, shall match the adjacent surfaces. At least four appropriate colors shall be available from which selections can be made.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSPECTION OF SURFACES

A. Examine all surfaces to be sealed or caulked and correct all conditions preventing proper installation. Application of sealant or caulking shall constitute acceptable of the surface.

3.2 PREPARATION OF SURFACES

A. Prepare surfaces to receive sealant or caulking in strict compliance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Joints shall be raked out and cleaned to full width and depth required to accommodate back-up and sealant materials. Remove dirt, oil, grease and all loose materials that would inhibit bond.

B. Metal and non-porous surfaces shall be solvent cleaned and wiped dry to remove residue.

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C. Concrete and masonry surfaces shall be sound and fully cured.

Remove form oils, curing compounds and water repellents. Test for sealant adhesion; if required, the surfaces shall be completely by chemical or mechanical means.

3.3 APPLICATION

A. Follow manufacturer’s instructions regarding mixing, surface preparation, primer application and curing of sealants. Apply sealants and caulking in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s timing and temperature requirements.

3.4 SCHEDULE OF SEALANT APPLICATION

A. All interior concrete flatwork, high performance non-staining Concrete epoxy sealer.

B. At joints in vertical planes on exterior of building and interior face of through expansion or control joints, provide non-sag type polyurethane or silicone sealant.

C. At joints in horizontal planes on interior and exterior of building, provide self-leveling type polyurethane sealant.

D. At joints on interior of building, except as indicated in item A above, provide acrylic type sealant.

E. At perimeter of plumbing fixtures, and kitchen equipment provide silicone type sealant.

F. Set all thresholds in full bed of urethane type caulking.

G. See drawings for typical locations.

3.5 CURE, PROTECTION AND CLEANING

A. Temporarily cover or protect joints from injury until the compound has set and protective surface films have formed.

B. Clean sealant from adjacent surfaces. Use solvent or cleaning agent as recommended by the sealant manufacturer. All finished work shall be left in a neat, clean condition. Stained or damaged adjacent work shall be repaired or replaced.

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SUBSECTION 09900

Painting

1.1 WORK INCLUDES

A. Field painting of the following:

1. Man doors

2. Generator exhaust

3. Mechanical transition ducts

4. Structural steel supports

5. Mechanical piping

6. Miscellaneous building accessories

7. Touch-up of equipment

1.2 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver paint materials in sealed original labeled containers, bearing the manufacturer’s name, type of paint, color designation and instructions for mixing and reducing.

B. Store paint materials in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions in a well-ventilated area.

C. Take precautionary measures to prevent fire hazards and spontaneous combustion.

1.3 JOB CONDITIONS

A. Protection:

Adequately protect other surfaces from paint and damage. Repair damage resulting from inadequate or unsuitable protection at no additional cost to the owner.

B. Hazardous Area:

Instruct workers of hazards of high voltage areas and safety procedures to ensure safety of workers.

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1.4 WORKMANSHIP

A. All work shall be done by skilled mechanics in the best workman-like manner possible. All finishes shall be smoothly and evenly spread or flowed on, free from runs, sags, crawling or other defects. No succeeding coats shall be applied until the preceding coat is thoroughly dry.

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Manufacturers:

1. MAB Paints

2. Pratt & Lambert, Inc.

3. Sherwin Williams Co.

4. Or approved equal

2.2 FINISHES AND COLORS

A. Contractor shall provide paint samples to the Owner for selection of paint colors.

B. Color of paint for work required due to project requirements shall be selected by owner.

3.1 SURFACE CONDITIONS

A. Inspection:

1. Prior to the work of this section, carefully inspect the installed work and verify that such work is complete and ready for painting.

2. Verify that paint finishes may be applied in strict accordance with all pertinent codes and regulations and the requirements of these specifications.

3.2 PREPARATION OF PIPING SURFACES

A. Thoroughly clean all surfaces until they are completely free from dirt, oil, and grease.

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B. Allow surfaces to dry thoroughly before application of paint.

3.3 MATERIALS PREPARATION

A. Mix and prepare painting materials in accordance with manufacturer’s directions.

B. Maintain containers used in mixing and application of paint in a clean condition, free of foreign materials and residue.

3.4 PAINT APPLICATION

A. General:

Apply paint in accordance with manufacturer’s directions. Use applicators best suited for substrate and type of material being applied.

B. Apply prime coat to material, which is required to be painted or finished, and which has not been prime coated by others.

C. Remove, refinish, or repaint work that does not comply with the requirements herein.

3.5 CLEAN-UP AND PROTECTION

A. Clean-up:

During progress of work, remove from site discarded paint materials, rubbish, cans, and rags at end of each workday.

B. Upon completion of painting work, clean paint splattered surfaces. Remove splattered paint by proper methods of washing or scraping, using care not to scratch or otherwise damage finished surfaces.

C. Protect existing surfaces against damage by painting and finishing work.

Correct any damage by cleaning, repairing, or repainting, as acceptable to Engineer.

1. Provide “Wet Paint” signs as required to protect newly painted finishes.

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SUBSECTION 16000

Electrical - General

1.1 NOTICE

A. The General Conditions, Special Conditions and all other herein bound documents are part of these specifications and of the Contract. Submission of Proposal implies that the bidder is fully conversant with all requirements of all above-mentioned documents.

1.2 SCOPE

A. The work in this section consists of furnishing all material, accessories, equipment, tools, transportation services, labor and performing all operations required to completely execute the Electrical Work for this project, all as indicated on the drawings, approved shop drawings, and as herein specified, provide all Electrical Work in this section in place complete.

B. Included in this section is all Electrical Work for power, controls, pilot lights, lighting, panel fixtures, conduits, wiring and appurtenances for installation to limits shown on drawings and herein specified.

1.3 REGULATIONS, STANDARDS AND CODES

A. All equipment, apparatus, and systems shall be fabricated and installed in complete accordance with the following applicable regulations, standards, and codes:

• ASTM American Society of Testing Materials

• IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers

• NBFU National Bureau of Fire Underwriters

• NEC National Electric Code

• NEMA National Electric Manufacturers Association

• UL Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

• IDNR Illinois Department of Natural Resources

• OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Act

• State Department of Public Safety

• Local Utility Company

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B. Reference to Standards shall mean and intend the latest edition adopted, published, and revised at the time of invitation to submit proposals.

C. Give all required notices when inspections are required by State or Local

Authorities.

1.4 CERTIFICATES

A. All work included in this contract shall comply with all Federal and State Laws, rules, and regulations. The Contractor shall pay for and furnish to Engineer, all required certificates of inspection and approval as required.

1.5 PERMITS, INSPECTION AND TESTS

A. Obtain and pay for all permits required for the execution of the work under this contract and arrange for all tests and inspections of the work required by the authorities having jurisdiction and pay for all costs thereof. Deliver certificates of all such permits and inspections to the Engineer.

1.6 EXAMINATION OF DRAWINGS AND SITE

A. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to examine the drawings and specifications and visit the site and become familiar with the conditions and limitations applying to the Electrical Work. By the act of having submitted a bid, the Contractor will be deemed to have made such an examination and to have made allowance, therefore, in his contract.

1.7 ACCURACY OF DATA

A. The information given herein and on the drawings is as exact as could be secured, but its extreme accuracy is not guaranteed. The Contractor must, therefore, examine the location carefully and verify all measurements, distances, levels, etc., before starting work. If any discrepancies occur between drawings and actual conditions, this Contractor shall notify the Engineer before starting the work.

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2.1 MATERIALS

A. The work in this section further consists of furnishing all materials, accessories, equipment, tools, transportation services, labor and performing all operations required to completely execute the Electrical work for this project. The equipment to be furnished shall consist of, but not necessarily be limited to, the following major items.

The Contractor will be required to determine for himself the actual quantities and items involved. The General Contractor is ultimately responsible for furnishing and installing a complete and working system, in the opinion of the Engineers. The General Contractor may elect to have the electrical sub- contractor furnish and install the following items indicated below and only make connections and/or install the other items indicated.

2.2 FURNISH/INSTALL THE FOLLOWING:

Qty Description

1 Install only, 5 new panels inside new control enclosure (Furnished by Others)

1 Lot receptacles as shown on the drawings 1 Lot outdoor fixtures as shown on the drawings and schedules 1 Welding receptacles as shown on the drawings 1 Lot conduit, and wire as required 1 Lot embedded conduit 1 Lot generator and propane tank as shown on the drawings

(Furnished by others) 1 Lot grounding grid as shown on the drawings 1 Lot cable vault and pull boxes (Furnished by others) 1 Lot junction boxes 2 Steel A frame arbors (Furnished by others) 1 138kV circuit breaker (Furnished by others) 1 Lot 138kV metering equipment (Furnished by others) Provide Instruction to Operators as required

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2.3 CONNECTIONS TO THE FOLLOWING:

Qty Description

1 All grounding / bonding connections 1 All 138kV jumpers Arbor to breaker and to second arbor. Shield wire.

1 Disconnect switches, surge arresters and instrument transformers as shown on construction drawings 1 Generator batteries, charger, and other equipment relocated or furnished by others

3.1 PRODUCT HANDLING

A. Protection:

Use all means necessary to protect the work and materials of this Section before, during and after installation and to protect the work and materials of all other trades.

B. Failure on the part of the Contractor to comply with the above to the entire satisfaction of the Engineer shall be sufficient cause for the rejection of the particular piece of apparatus in question.

C. Replacements:

In the event of damage, immediately make all repairs and replacements necessary to the approval of the Engineer and at no additional cost to the Owner.

3.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop Drawings: Where required, submit for Engineer's acceptance, five (5) sets of complete shop drawings, including brochures of lighting fixtures, catalogs and all other pertinent data covering Electrical Work for this project.

B. Materials List:

1. Within 35 days after award of Contract, and before any electrical materials are delivered to the job site, submit to the Engineer a complete list of all materials and equipment proposed to be furnished and installed under this section.

2. This shall in no way be construed as permitting substitution except as provided by these Specifications.

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C. As-Built Drawings:

1. During progress of the work, maintain an accurate record of the installation of the electrical system, locating each circuit precisely by dimension.

2. Upon completion of the electrical installation, transfer all record data to original design drawings.

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SUBSECTION 16060

Grounding and Bonding

1.1 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code (NEC)

2.1 MATERIALS AND COMPONENTS

A. Ground Rods:

1. Type:

Copper clad, sectional

2. Size:

5/8” x 8’ and 5/8” x 15’, with driving studs and couplings

B. Grounding Conductor:

1. Material:

Stranded soft drawn bare copper

Minimum No. 4/0 AWG, or as shown on the drawings

3. Equipment Taps:

Size in accordance with NEC, Article 250

C. Connections:

1. DMC Swage compression connections or thermic-welded, Cadweld, Thermoweld, or equal. Use molds and cartridges in accordance with equipment manufacturer's recommendations for size of cable and rods installed.

2. Burndy mechanical compression fitting approved for underground use.

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As shown on the drawings and as required in NEC, Article 250.

B. Raceway Grounding:

1. Ground all conduit systems, using double locknuts at panels, and bonding jumpers if conduits are installed in concentric knockouts.

2. Use bonding jumpers for liquid tight flexible conduit.

3. Install grounding conductors adjacent to underground nonmetallic duct system, within encasement. Connect conductor to system ground bar.

C. Manholes and Handholes:

1. Install ground rod at each manhole and handhole. Bond conduits, any grounding conductor, and metallic supports or enclosures to the ground rod.

D. Equipment Grounding:

1. General:

Ground separately mounted boxes, panels, switches, and outlets through the metallic raceway systems.

2. Connect equipment ground buses within switchboards, distribution panels, and motor control centers to driven ground rods. Size of grounding conductor in accordance with NEC Article 250-95.

3. Install separate grounding conductor with ungrounded conductors in raceways for feeders, motor feeders, and receptacle branch circuits, and as shown on the drawings. Connect grounding conductor to taps in equipment grounding bus within distribution switchboard, panel, or motor control center.

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3.2 TESTING

A. Ground Rod Earth Resistance:

1. Single test Megger method, in accordance with J. Biddle Company Bulletin 25J, Ground Resistance Testing.

2. Equipment:

Furnished by Contractor.

B. Test Report:

1. Typewritten, listing equipment used, person performing tests, date tested, circuit or equipment tested, and test results.

2. Quantity:

Submit six (6) bound sets of test report.

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