COMBINED SPECS_CHSI.pdf

MARK TWAIN NATIONAL FOREST

GAOA - CAMPGROUND HOST SITE IMPROVEMENTS

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

USDA – FOREST SERVICE

401 FAIRGROUNDS ROAD

ROLLA, MO 65401

01-29-2024

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 – SUMMARY

012700 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

012800 – MOBILIZATION

013100 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

013250 – CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

013300 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

014000 – QUALITY CONTROL

017700 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

DIVISION 2 – SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

031000 – CONCRETE FORMWORK AND ACCESSORIES

032000 – CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

033000 – CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

033500 – CONCRETE FINISHING

221114 – WATER DISTRIBUTION

221353 – FACILITY HOLDING TANKS AND PIPING

260050 – RV PEDESTALS

329200 – SEEDING AND MULCHING

FP14 SPECIFICATIONS (NOT ATTACHED)

CAMPGROUND HOST SITE IMPROVEMENTS

SUMMARY 011000 - 1

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: Campground Host Site Improvements

1. Project Location: This project is located in multiple Missouri Counties (Carter, Christian, Iron, Madison, Shannon, and Wayne). The individual host sites to be improved are located at the following recreation areas:

1) Council Bluff - Chapel Hill

• Potosi Ranger District

• Lat: 37.734239°

• Long: -90.916176°

2) Loggers Lake

• Salem Ranger District

• Lat: 37.391322°

• Long: -91.268742°

3) Markham Springs

• Poplar Bluff Ranger District

• Lat: 36.980911°

• Long: -90.604557°

4) Pinewoods

• Poplar Bluff Ranger District

• Lat: 36.921841°

• Long: -90.772396°

5) Cobb Ridge (Base Bid and OBI-1)

• Ava Ranger District

• 36.890126°

• -93.1007632°

6) Silvermines – Riverside (OBI – 2)

• Potosi Ranger District

• Lat: 37.552570°

• Long: -90.437420°

B. Owner: Government or Owners refers to the USDA Forest Service

1. Owner’s Representative: The Federal Contracting Officer (CO) and his/her designated representative(S), as named in writing. Contractive Officer (CO) refers to the person assigned by the USDA Forest Service to administer the contract. Soon after Contract award, the Contracting Officer will designate a Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR).

C. The Work consists of upgrading the existing utilities at the host site locations. Upgrades differ per site but include the removal of existing utilities and the installation of new water spigots, SUMMARY 011000 - 2 electrical pedestals, and holding tanks. Refer to drawings for work to be done at each site.

Contractor is responsible for all permits necessary to complete the work.

D. Work is preferred to occur during the Recreation “off season”. The "off season” is from Labor Day through March.

1.2 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. The government will conduct a preconstruction survey with the Contractor to review and document the existing project conditions prior to construction.

B. The following site conditions are considered incidental to the contract and the contractor will not be paid directly for any of the following items:

1. The Contractor is responsible for the security of the Contractor’s equipment and materials.

2. Utilities are available at the site for construction purposes.

3. The site will be closed from November to April for public use, but open to the public from

April to November. Care will be exercised to adhere to the schedule and to secure the Government facility after hours. The Contractor will be responsible for signing, limiting access, and safety of public and/or government employees in the area.

4. Keep driveways, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner’s employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

C. Staging and storage areas:

1. Areas for staging operations and storage of materials shall be approved by the COR. The Contractor must request in writing for approval from the COR to stage trailers on site.

1.3 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in all project areas to normal business working hours of 8 a.m.

to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated or approved by the COR.

1. No work is permitted without written authorization from the CO on Government Holidays or weekends.

B. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after providing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Owner not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Obtain Owner’s written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

C. Noise, Vibration, Dust, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, dust, odors, or other disruption to Owner occupancy with Owner.

1. Notify Owner not less than two days in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain Owner’s written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

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D. Smoking and Controlled Substance Restrictions: Use of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, and other controlled substances on Project site is not permitted. Use of any type of marijuana on federal property is illegal.

E. Site Cleanup: Before leaving the Site each day the Contractor shall secure equipment, tools, and materials; pickup and dispose of paper and other debris/construction waste. The Site shall be left in a safe and secure manner with the public protected from construction hazards.

F. Before leaving the Site on Fridays a more complete policing, pickup and securing of the Site shall be performed. The Site shall be left in a neat and orderly manner as determined by the COR with the public protected from construction related hazards.

1.4 INSPECTION OF THE WORKSITE

A. The contractor acknowledges they have taken the necessary steps to ascertain the nature and location of the work and have investigated and satisfied themselves as to the general and local conditions that can affect the work or its cost. Any failure of the contractor to take the actions described and acknowledged in this paragraph will not relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of estimating properly the difficulty and cost of successfully performing the work, or for proceeding to successfully perform the work without additional expenses to the government.

1.5 SAFETY

A. Contractor shall comply with all State and Federal safety regulations during the performance of the work.

1.6 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Contractor shall field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

1.7 DISPOSAL OF MATERIAL

A. Contractor shall remove and legally dispose of all debris offsite.

1.8 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

A. Division 1 – General Requirements: General provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, apply to all Sections of the Specifications.

B. Division 2 – Supplemental Specifications: Requirements in Division 02 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications not listed as being covered by FP-14.

C. FP-14 sections apply to all clearing and grubbing, disposal of excess soils at offsite location, providing placing and compacting of aggregate base and surfacing materials and providing and installing asphalt concrete.

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1.9 CONTRACT TIME

A. 180 Calendar Days

1.10 NOTICE TO PROCEED

A. Performance of the contract shall begin within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of the Notice to Proceed. The Notice to Proceed will be issued by the Contracting Officer (CO) at the pre-work conference.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011000

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT 012700 - 1

SECTION 012700 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes:

1. Measurement and payment criteria applicable to the work performed.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and process Applications for Payment.

3. Defect assessment and non-payment for rejected work.

4. General description of work included under each pay item.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Schedule of Items Form (SOI): The Contractor is required to complete the SOI Form, provided by the Government, as part of their Proposal or Bid.

2. Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) System: All invoices are to be submitted via the electronic IPP System. The Contractor must follow the instructions on how to register and submit invoices via IPP as prescribed in communications from USDA and Treasury. This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S. Department of Treasury and you can find more information at this website https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm. Ensure your company has registered at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollmentvendors.htm to establish your account. Offeror must have an established account prior to commencement of work.

3. Certified Payrolls: Certified payrolls for construction work must be submitted to the CO/COR for review at regular intervals as work progresses. At least one week prior to Contractor requesting payment via IPP, all certified payrolls related to the subject pay request work must have been received by the CO/COR. Incomplete or inaccurate payroll submittal will result in rejection of the IPP invoice. Contractor and all subcontractors, through the contractor, shall furnish all certified payrolls covering payments to laborers and mechanics for on-site work. Payroll hourly rates and fringe benefits must be in accordance with the established Wage Determination for the project.

1.2 AUTHORITY

A. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will take all measurements and compute quantities accordingly.

https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollmentvendors.htm

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1.3 MEAUREMENT OF QUANTITIES

A. Linear Measurement: Measure by the linear dimension, (i.e. LF – lineal foot), at the item centerline or mean chord. Measurement will be made to the nearest given linear unit.

B. Each: Measured by the number of individual items of work completed.

C. Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ): These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the Contract, including all necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

D. Actual Quantities (AQ): These quantities denote completed units of work, as described in the Contract, including all necessary materials, equipment and labor, to complete the job. They will be measured in the field.

E. Designed Quantities (DQ): These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data included the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, drawings, and the presentation in the contract. Changes in the quantity of unites SHOWN in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS may be authorized under any of the following conditions:

1. As a result of changes in the work authorized by the Contracting Officer.

2. As a result of the Contracting Officer determining that errors exist in the original design data used to determine designed quantities, which cause a pay item to change by 15 percent or more.

3. As a result of the Contractor submitting to the Contracting Officer a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design data used to determine design quantities that cause a pay item total to change by 15 percent or more. The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error.

1.4 PAYMENT

A. Pay Request Documentation from Contractor: Contractor must submit the following documentation to the CO/COR for review and approval at least seven (7) days prior to requesting a payment via IPP.

1. All Certified Payroll forms from the general Contractor (including payroll from all subcontractors) for work covered by the pay request.

2. A completed draft Schedule of Items (SOI) Form for work covered by the pay request, indicating the percent complete for each line item in the SOI.

3. Written Quality Control testing results if applicable to items in the payment request.

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B. Payment Includes: Full compensation for all required labor, products, tools, equipment, plant, transportation, services, and incidentals; erection, application, or installation of an item of the Work; overhead and profit.

1. “Incidentals” are to be considered as an additional obligation to the other work required for the item(s). Incidental work is not payable directly but is to be considered included in the contract price for the item(s) of work specified.

2. All work not specifically identified as a separate bid item is “Incidental”.

C. The accepted quantities will be paid for at the contract unit price for each item as shown in the Schedule of Items.

D. Payment will not be made for any of the following:

1. Products or construction placed beyond the lines and levels of the required work.

2. Products or construction determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

4. Products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.

5. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 012700

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MOBILIZATION 012800 - 1

SECTION 012800 - MOBILIZATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This item is intended to compensate the Contractor for operations including, but not limited to, those necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site; for payment premiums for bonds and insurance for the project, any required permits to complete the work, and for any other work and operations which must be performed or costs that must be incurred incident to the initiation of meaningful work at the site and for which payment is not otherwise provided for under the contract.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Method of Measurement will be by Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ).

B. The maximum Mobilization bid price shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the total base bid contract price or optional bid contract price (not including Mobilization).

C. Progress Payments for Mobilization will be in accordance with the following schedule:

1. The cost of premiums paid for performance and payment bonds are considered incidental to Mobilization and will not be paid for separately. Payment for bond premiums will be in accordance with FAR Clause 52.232-5, Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, after receipt of the evidence of payment.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 012800

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION 013100 - 1

SECTION 013100 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes certain administrative procedures for managing and coordinating construction operations.

1.2 GENERAL PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

1.3 SPILL AND EROSION CONTROL

A. Spill and Erosion Control Plans: At a minimum, the Contractor shall install erosion control devices as indicated on the plans. The Contractor shall install additional erosion control features to prevent sediment from entering wetlands or waters of the United States and to provide for containment of hazardous materials and unplanned spills in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.

1.4 ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL

A. In addition to meeting the requirements of FAR 52.236-6 for an on-site Project Superintendent, the Contractor shall provide other administrative and supervisory personnel as required for the performance of the Work.

1.5 CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

A. Pre-construction Conference: The Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative will schedule a pre-construction conference before starting construction at a time and place agreeable and convenient to both the Contractor and the Government and will review responsibilities and personnel assignments in accordance with FAR 52.236-26.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Staff Names: Within 5 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, submit a list of principal staff assignments including the Superintendent and other primary personnel. Identify individuals by name, duties and responsibilities, and business/cell telephone numbers. Post copies of this list in the temporary field office (if present).

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Prior to installations, require the installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed.

B. Construction in Progress: Keep construction in progress, adjoining materials in place, and clean during handling and installation. Apply protective enclosures or coverings for protection from damage or deterioration.

C. Completed Construction: Clean completed construction and provide maintenance to prevent damage, soiling, or other deterioration through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to assure operability without damage.

D. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to prevent exposure of any part of construction, completed or in progress, to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious conditions during the construction period.

END OF SECTION 013100

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CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE 013250 - 1

SECTION 013250 – CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Preliminary Schedule

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit a comprehensive, fully developed schedule within 10 days of Notice to Proceed date.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTENT

A. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity and the location on the site separately.

Identify first workday of each week.

B. Show complete sequence of construction by activity, with dates for beginning and completion of each element of construction.

C. Identify each item by specification section number.

D. Show accumulated percentage of completion of each item, and total percentage of Work completed, as of the first day of each week.

E. Contractor to revise schedule if Work is more than one week behind schedule.

END OF SECTION 013250

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300 - 1

SECTION 013300 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section and FAR 52.236-21 include requirements for Shop Drawings, as defined by FAR 52.236-21 and Designs. Shop drawings and Designs may include drawings, specifications, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, schedules, performance, and test data furnished by the Contractor to explain in detail specific portions of the work required by the Contract.

B. This section includes requirements for Samples. Samples may include mailed samples, field samples or mock-ups of full-size physical examples erected on-site or elsewhere.

C. This section includes requirements for Product Data. Product Data includes manufacturer's standard catalogs, manuals, pamphlets and other printed materials, and includes but is not limited to the following: product specifications and installation instructions, color charts and catalog cuts, rough-in diagrams and templates, wiring diagrams, performance curves, operational range diagrams, mill reports, test reports, shop drawings and code approvals.

D. This section includes other quality assurance submittals such as certifications of compliance or conformance, manufacturer's instructions and field reports, and mix designs.

1.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities and with the schedule.

1. Allow 15 calendar days each for submittal review, corrections following the initial review and re-submittal review before activities scheduled after the submittal approval.

2. Incomplete submittals will be returned to the Contractor with no further review. Delays due to incomplete or rejected submittals will not be excused and no compensation in the form of monetary or time will be provided to the Contractor.

3. When the Contractor desires to submit for approval a product for an “approved equal”, the Contractor MUST provide documentation of the original specified product and the Contractor proposed product in a side-by-side comparison, such as a table, which clearly demonstrates the Contractor proposed product meets or exceeds the originally specified product. If this product comparison is not done the first time it is submitted, the proposed product will be rejected, and the Contractor will be required to provide the specified product. The Government is not obligated to review a re-submittal for a rejected product.

4. Submittal Transmittal: Transmit each submittal from the Contractor to the Government by use of one transmittal form per submittal. Transmittal format to be approved by COR and shall include the following information on the transmittal form.

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a. Project name and Forest Service contract number.

b. Date.

c. Name, address and telephone number of firm or entity that prepared the submittal.

d. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier, etc. as applicable.

e. Category and description of submittal.

f. Section of Specifications or Drawing sheet number the Submittal is representing.

g. Certification by Contractor stating that submittal complies with the Contract, or statement of deviations from the requirements of the Contract.

h. Signature of transmitter.

i. Space to record Contractor's review and approval markings, and for Government response.

B. Submit electronic copies of each submittal to the COR for review unless otherwise stated.

1.3 SHOP DRAWINGS AND DESIGNS

A. Submit originally prepared information, drawn accurately to scale.

B. Submittals: Submit three blue-line or black-line prints of each drawing submittal. One print will be marked with action taken and returned. Distribution: When submittal is approved, the Contractor shall prepare and submit three final copies.

C. Shop drawings shall be done in AutoCAD format. Upon final approval the drawings shall be sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

D. Specifications shall be done in Microsoft Word format and a copy sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

1.4 PRODUCT DATA

A. Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each system or element of construction. Mark each copy to show specific product choices and options applicable to the project. Product Data shall include the following information, where applicable:

1. Manufacturer's printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing standards.

4. Applicability of testing agency labels and seals.

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5. Notation of dimensions verified for fit by field measurements.

6. Notation of coordination requirements.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Prior to submittal of complete Product Data, submit a preliminary single copy of that part of Product Data when selection of options is required, such as for color charts.

Preliminary submittal will be returned, with selection noted, for the Contractor's use in subsequent submittals.

C. Submittals: Unless otherwise indicated, submit 3 copies of each Product Data submittal. Two copies will be retained, and the remaining copy will be marked with action taken and returned.

The COR may allow electronic copies to be transmitted in lieu of hard copies.

D. Material and Product substitution shall be in accordance with FAR 52.211-6 and Section 013300-

1.2. A.3.

1.5 SAMPLES

A. Submit full-size, fully fabricated samples, cured and finished in the manner specified. Samples shall be physically identical to the material or product proposed for use.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Where color, pattern, texture or similar characteristics are to be selected from a manufacturer's range of standard choices, submit a preliminary single set sample of available choices when required by the CO.

1.6 OTHER QUALITY ASSURANCE SUBMITTALS

A. Submit other quality assurance submittals in compliance with requirements in the individual specification sections.

1.7 REVIEW ACTION ON SUBMITTALS

A. Except for submittals for the record or for information or for another purpose where no action and return is required, the Government will review submittals and mark returned copies to indicate action taken within a maximum time period of 15 calendar days.

B. Submittals that do not contain an appropriate marking of approval by the Government shall not be used for construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 013300

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QUALITY CONTROL 014000 - 1

SECTION 014000 – QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section, FAR 52.246-1 Contractor Inspection Requirements and FAR 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction, include requirements for Contractor quality control services used to verify quality assurance requirements specified elsewhere in the Contract.

B. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent tests.

C. This section includes requirements for quality control services such as piping pressure tests, water sampling, concrete mix and strength testing, and bedding and sand gradation tests (this is not an all-inclusive list of tests that may be required) per State of Missouri Agency Requirements – MO DOT and MO DNR– as they apply to the work being performed.

D. The quality control services include tests and related actions, including reports, performed by the Contractor, independent testing agencies or governing authorities.

1.2 QUALIFICATIONS OF INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCIES

A. A qualified independent testing Agency shall be an accredited entity engaged to perform tests or inspections, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those tests or inspections.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. REPORTS: The Contractor shall submit a certified written report, in duplicate (or electronic format), of each test, inspection or other quality control service to the Government.

B. Written reports shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making the test or inspection.

6. Designation of the work and test method.

7. Identifications of product and specification section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

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9. Test results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting.

1.4 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor Responsibilities: The Contractor shall provide for tests, inspections and other quality control services (such as water/wastewater, well water, electrical, etc. tests and inspections) where specified in the Contract or when required by authorities having jurisdiction such as the State of Missouri Agencies—MODOT and MODNR. Costs for these services are included in the Contract price. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government.

B. The Contractor shall employ and pay for a qualified independent testing agency (Agency) to perform the quality control services.

C. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with others performing required tests, inspections and other quality control services, shall provide access to the work, and shall furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate inspections and tests.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 014000

CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES 017700 - 1

SECTION 017700 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for Phased Project completion and Final Contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following: The Government reserves the right to conduct independent tests.

1. Systems Commissioning including Demonstration and Training.

2. Record Documents including Record Drawings and Product Data.

3. Substantial and Final completion procedures.

4. Final cleaning.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Substantial Completion - The point at which the project, or a major phase of the project, is complete such that it can be safely and effectively used by the public without further delays, disruption, or other impediments.

B. Final Completion – The point at which the project is 100% complete, accepted by the Government and ready for final payment.

1.3 RECORD DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS

A. Record Drawings (a.k.a. as-built drawings):

1. Maintain a clean, undamaged set of blue or black line prints of Contract Drawings and

Shop Drawings. Mark the set to show the actual installation where the installation varies from the Work as originally shown. Mark all drawings that are affected by the variation(s) fully and accurately. Where Shop Drawings are used, record a cross-reference at the corresponding location on the Contract Drawings. Give particular attention to concealed and buried elements that would be difficult to measure and record at a later date.

B. Record Product Data: Maintain one copy of each Product Data submittal. Note related Change Orders and markup of Record Drawings and Specifications.

1. Mark these documents to show significant variations in actual Work performed in comparison with information submitted. Include variations in products delivered to the site and from the manufacturer’s installation instructions and recommendations.

2. Give particular attention to concealed products and portions of the Work that cannot otherwise be readily determined later by direct observation.

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1.4 FINAL ACCEPTANCE PROCEDURES

A. Submittals Prior to Final Completion Inspection and Final Acceptance: Submit the following a minimum of 10 days before scheduling a final inspection for determining Final Completion and Acceptance:

1. Submit a final Schedule of Items (SOI) form to reflect the final payment values in accordance with Section 012700 "Measurement and Payment."

2. Submit all remaining Certified Payrolls for the project not previously submitted.

3. Submit completed, signed Contract Release form.

4. Submit a signed copy of the Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by Government CO/COR. Certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

5. Submit all remaining specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance agreements, final certifications and similar documents not previously submitted.

6. Submit all remaining record documents and similar final record information not previously submitted.

7. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra stock and similar items not previously delivered.

8. Complete final clean-up requirements including touch-up painting of marred surfaces, adjustments, lubrication, etc.

B. Final Inspection Procedure: The Government will inspect the Work upon receipt of notice from the Contractor that the Work, including punch list items from earlier inspections, has been completed.

1. Upon completion of inspection, the CO will notify the Contractor of Final Acceptance and Final Payment or will advise the Contractor of Work that it is incomplete or of obligations that have not been fulfilled and are required for Final Acceptance.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. Perform final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations. Do not burn waste materials. Do not bury debris or excess materials on Government property. Do not discharge volatile, harmful, or dangerous materials into drainage or septic systems.

1. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project:

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a. Clean Project site of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

b. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing natural weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition.

c. Remove labels that are not permanent.

d. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

B. Construction Waste Disposal: Comply with waste-disposal requirements in all applicable specification sections and contract clauses. Remove waste materials from the site and dispose of it lawfully.

END OF SECTION 017700

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CONCRETE FORMING AND ACCESSORIES 031000 - 1

SECTION 031000 – CONCRETE FORMING AND ACCESSORIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Agreement apply to work of this Section.

B. 032000 – Concrete Reinforcements

C. 033000 – Cast-in-Place Concrete

1.2 SCOPE

A. Furnish labor and materials necessary to install a complete system.

1.3 STANDARDS

A. All work of this section shall conform to industry standards and/or manufacturer’s recommendations.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Design formwork for structural stability, safety, requirements of public authority, and compliance of the resulting concrete work with the Contract Documents.

B. Formwork joint and shoring design.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work of this section shall be performed by experienced workmen familiar with the work and according to manufacturer’s recommendations and/or industry standards.

1.6 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Pursuant to manufacturer’s published instructions

B. Protect against moisture exposure and damage.

1. Delivery: Deliver materials to site with labels clearly identifying product name and manufacturer.

2. Storage:

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a. Store forms in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

b. Store forms vertically in dry area if at all possible.

c. If forms stored horizontally, elevate above ground on supports running length of forms. Uniform support is required to keep forms from warping.

d. Protect forms from rain and excess moisture.

e. Do not dent, scratch, or damage interior coating.

f. Do not drop forms.

3. Handling: Protect forms during handling and erection to prevent damage.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FORMWORK MATERIALS

A. Description: In addition to ACI 301 requirements, provide forms that retain their shape and strength after exposure to severe weather conditions.

2.2 PLYWOOD FORMS

A. Description: for natural concrete finish, smooth or rough form: APA B-B Plyform or better.

2.3 FORM ACCESSORIES

A. Bevel (chamfer) and Reveal (Rustication) Strips: clear softwood, planed, not rough sawn. PVC or rubber may be used if held rigid and straight.

1. Bevel size: ¾ in. x ¾ in. unless otherwise shown.

2. Reveal size: ¾ in. deep x 1 ¼ in. wide trapezoid at surface of concrete, unless otherwise shown.

B. Stiffeners, Clamps, Frames, Walers, Strongbacks, Braces, Scaffolds, Ties, Bolts and Other Components of Formwork Assemblies: Provide as needed to produce formwork as specified in

ACI 301.

C. Form Release Agent: Compound that will release forms without discoloring concrete will not impart roughness of concrete and will not interfere with adhesion, color of coatings or other construction which is to applied over concrete. Do not use oil.

2.4 EMBEDDED ITEMS

A. Sleeves: galvanized steel or plastic with wall thickness not less than 1/8 in.

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B. Blockouts: wood or rigid foam plastic; removable without damage to concrete.

2.5 SIDE FORMS

A. Description: use clean steel or wood forms with stakes or other supports which will withstand fluid, placing and finishing pressures without bowing, inclining or leaking.

1. Top Edges: smooth and straight, suitable for use as screeds in guiding strikeoffs without bumps or chatter.

2.6 JOINT FILLER AND SEALANT

A. Nonextruding, Resilient, Preformed Fiber Joint Filler: Asphalt saturated cellulose fibers or cork particles encased between two (2) asphalt saturated glass felt liners.

1. Cap: Provide plastic cap at top edge of joint filler strip to protect filler from dirt intrusion and as a bond breaker when sealant is applied.

2. Sealant: self-leveling urethane.

3. Referenced standard: ASTM D1751

B. Bond Breaker: 15 lb/sq. asphalt coated glass fiber base sheet cut in strips equal to full depth of joint.

1. Referenced standard for base sheet: ASTM D4601, Type I

C. Self-leveling Urethane Sealant: Two (2) Part:

1. Color; approximately same as concrete.

2. Hardness when cured; 40-60, Shore A Durometer.

3. Referenced Standard; ASTM C920, Type M, Class 25, Grade P.

2.7 DRAINAGE FILL

A. Description : 3 /4 in. washed crushed stone or gravel, or as otherwise specified in FP-14 – 301.

2.8 CONSTRUCTION JOINT (VERTICAL WALL APPLICATIONS)

A. Key-Loc Joint System by Form-A-Key Products, Division of Cardinal Mfg. Co., Inc. Louisville, NY 40214, 502-361-1396; fax 502-363-5905 or approved equivalent.

B. Metal keyway shall be 24 gauge galvanized steel with dowel knockouts at 6” centers.

C. Wood forms for control joint may be used in lieu of prefabricated metal keyways.

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D. Accessories include splice pieces, stakes and clips and stay-in-place cap Model #2137.

2.9 CONTROL JOINTS FOR SLAB (IN LIEU OF SAW CUTTING SLAB)

A. Two-piece control joint former

B. Greenstreak, 1-800-325-9504, rubber modified polystyrene thermoplastic polymer or approved equal

C. Snap line or use other method for straight line installation

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 MODIFICATIONS TO ACI301

A. The following provisions modify (change, delete from or add to) ACI 301. Where any part of ACI 301 is modified by these provisions, the unaltered part of ACI 301 shall remain in effect.

Where “acceptable” is used or “subject to acceptance” is required in ACI 301, acceptance shall mean approval by Structural Engineer of record.

B. Chapter 4, Formwork:

1. ADD to Par. 4.1.3 Form sides of footings except in rock that has been cut to precise footing profile.

2. ADD to Par. 4.2.7. Seal joints at temporary openings and between form pieces with compressible tape that will not leak grout or water; flush with exposed surface.

3. ADD to Table Par. 4.3.1:7.C. Slope toward nosing in step treads: 1/16 in. +/- 1/32 in.

Treads shall not pond water at any point.

4. Par. 4.4.2.1 DELETE “acceptable” . No approval of form coating is required if the Specification for form release agent is met.

5. ADD to Par. 4.5.5. Minimum strength of concrete in beams and slabs at time of form removal: 75% of specified f’c as determined by cylinder compression tests. Reshore until f’c equals 100% of design strength.

C. Chapter 6, Joints and Embedded Items

1. Par. 6.1.4 DELETE “When required or permitted, bond shall be obtained by… REPLACE with “obtain bond by…”

2. ADD to Par. 6.2.2. When the work is nearly complete, clean top of joint filler, install bond breaker and seal with self leveling urethane sealant. Plastic cap at top of joint filler material may be used as bond breaker. If depth of urethane will be equal to approximately half of joint width.

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3. ADD to Par. 6.3.2 Set waterstops in place with centerline of waterstop at centerline of joint.

Secure waterstops in straight lines without twisting. Wire extreme outer edge of waterstop to reinforcing on each side, or, in the case of split flanges, nail fully spread against joint form. Carry waterstops around corners, without splicing.

4. ADD to Par. 6.3.3 Use prefabricated Ts, Ls and crosses so that all splices are butt joints.

5. ADD Par. 6.3.4 Clean, dust, direct and hardened concrete from waterstops, then vibrate fresh concrete around waterstops so that full bond with concrete is ensured, free of voids.

D. Chapter 9, Repair of Surface Defects

1. ADD Par. 9.1.1 Grind fins and projections as needed to allow smooth application of waterproofing and finishes.

2. ADD Par. 9.1.2 Fill honeycomb, bugholes and other voids or depressions as needed to allow smooth application of waterproofing and finishes.

E. Chapter 10, Finishing of Formed Surfaces

1. ADD to Par. 10.2.1 At surfaces to which waterproofing will be applied, provide rough form finish and prepare surface by grinding fins and projections, removing nails, and by filling honeycomb, bugholes, and other voids or depressions with firmly adhered grout.

2. ADD to Par. 10.2.2 Provide smooth form finish at exposed surfaces, whether or not shown to received architectural finish.

3. ADD to Par. 10.4.2 In addition to walls, columns, ceilings, and soffits generally, surfaces exposed to public view include, but are not limited to, surfaces such as walls of interior and exterior stairways, elevator hoistways, walls and ceilings in spaces or tunnels with 6

ft. or greater headroom, and backs of parapet walls. Surfaces which will receive furring, contact plaster or suspended ceiling are not exposed surfaces.

F. Chapter 11, Slabs

1. ADD to Par. 11.2.1 Place interior slabs on ground over a layer of approved granular, self-draining compactible fill (NOT concrete-type sand) over the vapor retarder. Natural aggregate is preferred to crushed stone fill to avoid puncturing the vapor retarder. A clean manufactured sand containing a significant amount of rock dust (No. 10 grading per ASTM D448) is usually ideal.) This granular base course of drainage fill should be wetted and compacted to a thickness of a t least 4 in. or 6 in. if concrete trucks run across it to deliver concrete.

2. ADD the following to Par. 11.2

a. 11.2.4 Place and seal vapor retarded under base course or other substrate.

b. 11.2.5 Lap vapor retarder sheet side and ends 6 in. and sealed so they are vapor tight. Retarder sheets should be fitted around service openings. There should be no holes in the sheets. Turn sheets up 4 in. above top of subslab fill at walls and columns.

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c. 11.2.6 Protect vapor retarder from puncture before and during subslab fill place-ment.

3. ADD the following to paragraphs to Par. 11.5

d. 11.5.3 Contraction joints (control joints, sawed joints). Cut alternate wires or bars in reinforcement passing through joint. Saw joints to a depth of 1/3 slab thickness or 2” max as soon as concrete will not ravel. Vacuum or blow groove clean immediately after sawing and insert back rod to keep joint clean during construction. AT least 90 days later, or just before time of Substantial Completion, remove rod, clean groove of debris, replace rod and fill with dead level urethane sealant.

4. ADD the following paragraphs to Par. 11.9

e. 11.9.1.1 Provide Class A tolerances at floor areas as shown.

f. 11.9.2.1 Finish all floor areas to Class B tolerance except as otherwise shown.

g. 11.9.3.1 Class C flatness tolerances may be provided at floor areas which will receive mortar beds for finish materials.

5. ADD paragraph 11.10 Exterior Traffic Surfaces

h. 11.10.1 Provide broom finish at exterior walks and ramps.

b. crushed stone or gravel, level and back fill as detailed in Section 3 BACKFILL.

3.2 BACKFILL

A. Place backfill a minimum of 2 ft. to a maximum of 5 ft. from the bottom of the footing form.

1. PLACING CONCRETE

a. Place concrete as specified in Section 033000, unless otherwise specified in this section.

b. Concrete shall have a minimum of 3000 psi (20.7 Mpa) 30-day compressive strength and consist of not more than 3/4 in. aggregate.

END OF SECTION 031000

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SECTION 032000 – CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Agreement, including General and Supplementary Conditions, and Division 01 of the Specifications, apply to work of this Section.

B. 031000 Concrete Forming and Accessories

C. 033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete

1.2 SCOPE

A. Furnish labor and materials necessary to install a complete system.

1.3 STANDARDS

A. All work of this section shall conform to industry standards and/or manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. ACI 301 “Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings”

C. AC I 318 “Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete”

D. ASTM A82 “Standard Specification for Steel Wire, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement”

E. ASTM A185 “Standard Specification for Steel Welded Wire Fabric, Plain, for Concrete Reinforcement”

F. ASTM A615 “Standard Specification for Deformed and Plain Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement”

G. ASTM A617 “Standard Specification for Axle-Steel Deformed and Plain Bars for Concrete Reinforcement”.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Shop Drawings:

1. Cutting and bending diagrams

2. Placing drawings

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B. Certificates of Compliance for all grades and types of: reinforcing steel, welding wire mesh, fiber reinforcement, expansion bolts, etc. used on the project.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work of this section shall be performed by experienced workmen familiar with the work and according to manufacturer’s recommendations and/or industry standards.

B. Standards: The following standards establish the overall level of quality for products and execution: ACI 301 “Specifications for Structural Concrete for buildings”, ACI 318 “Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete”, CRSI MSP-1-86 “Manual of Practice”, and CRSI RAS-2-84 “Reinforcement Anchorages and Splices”.

1. Articles or paragraphs starting with a chapter (chapter), table (Table), or a paragraph (Par.)

number refer to ACI 301 and incorporate that part of the referenced standard into this Specification. Text following each reference to ACI 301 modifies the referenced standard.

2. The words “approved’ and “accepted” in this Section and in ACI 301shall mean approved and accepted by the Structural Engineer of record.

C. Regulatory Requirements:

1. Provide reinforcing shop drawings and submit to the COR for approval.

1.6 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Pursuant to manufacturer’s published instructions

B. Protect against moisture exposure and damage.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 REINFORCING BARS

A. Description: billet steel deformed bars. Provide plain bars only where shown.

1. Yield strength: 60,000 lb/sq. in minimum; Test 8

2. Elongation in #4 to #6 bars, 8 in. long: at least 9%; Test 8 Ability to withstand 180 degree bend around pin without cracking.

BAR SIZE BENDING PIN SIZE

#3-#5 3.5 bar diameters or less #6-#8 5 bar diameters or less #9-#11 7 bar diameters or less #14-#18 9 bar diameters or less

3. Phosphorus content: 0.06% maximum; Test 5

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B. Reference Standards

1. Par. 5.2.1, 5.2.2 of ACI

2. ASTM A615. Grade 60

2.2 WELDED WIRE FABRIC

A. Description: Plain welded steel wire grid with a galvanized coating, and deformed welded steel wire grid, uncoated. Provide in flat sheets. Welded intersections shall not be spaced farther apart than 8” in each direction.

B. Referenced Standards:

1. Par. 5.2.4, 5.2.5. of ACI

2. Plain wire: ASTM A82

3. Plain welded wire fabric: ASTM A185

4. Deformed welded wire fabric: ASTM A497

5. Welded wire fabric galvanized coating: ASTM A123

2.3 TIE WIRE

A. Description: annealed steel wire of sufficient gage to hold reinforcing steel in place under construction loads. Coating of wire shall be the same as the coating, if any, on reinforcing steel.

2.4 SUPPORTS FROM GROUND OR MUD MAT

A. Description: Steel, galvanized steel, or molded plastic bolsters, chairs, and spacers, or precast concrete blocks, sufficient to withstand construction loads.

B. Referenced Standards: Par. 5.7.3, 5.7.3.1 of ACI.

2.5 EXPANSION BOLTS (ATTACHING STEEL MEMBERS TO CONCRETE OR MASONRY

ELEMENTS)

A. Description: Stud type with a single piece three section wedge and zinc plated in accordance with ASTM B633. Anchors shall be installed in drilled holes and per manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. Product: Hilti Kwik Bolts, diameter as specified, by Hilti Corp. or approved equal.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 REINFORCING LAP SPLICES & CORNER BARS

A. Reinforcing shall be spliced with laps equal to 40 bar diameters (i.e. #6 = 30-inch lap)

B. Provide corner bars in walls of the same size and frequency as the horizontal bars inthe wall adjacent walls. When size or frequency varies between walls, use the size of the larger bar and its frequency for the corner bars.

3.2 MODIFICATIONS TO ACI 301

A. The following provisions modify (change, delete from or add to) ACI 301. Where any part of Chapter 5 in ACI 301 is repeated or modified by these provisions, unaltered parts of ACI 301 remain in effect.

3.3 CHAPTER 5 REINFORCING

A. ADD: 5.2.7 Ties and Stirrups: Provide deformed bars of same grade as main reinforcing of beam or column. Where deformed bars or matching grade of steel are not available in specified tie or stirrup size, provide ties or stirrups that will develop equal withdrawal resistance and tensile load resistance.

B. ADD to table in Par. 5.7.1: unformed surfaces in parking structures, vehicular ramps, and bridge decks. Minimum cover 2 ½ in. unless dimensioned otherwise.

C. ADD to 5.7.3: Turn back tie wires at formed surfaces.

D. ADD to 5.7.4: Do not extend welded wire fabric through expansion joints and isolation joints.

Cut alternate wires where fabric crosses control joints. Unless otherwise dimensioned, place welded wire fabric:

1. 2” down from top of slab in 4” slabs on grade,

2. 2½” down from top of slab in 6” or thicker slabs on grade

3. 1 ¾” down from top of slab in 4” or thinner elevated framed slabs, and

4. 2½” down from top of slab in elevated mezzanine slabs 6” or thicker

E. In 5.7.5 (templates for column dowels), DELETE “unless otherwise permitted”.

F. In 5.7.6 (mechanical connections), REPLACE “where accepted” with “as specified”.

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