DRAFT-CO NP MEVE 201(1) SCRs.pdf

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CO NP MEVE 201(1)

Cedar Tree Tower Road and Parking

PMIS 259055

35760

09/25/2025

SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

The following Special Contract Requirements amend and supplement the Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects (FP-24), U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.

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Cedar Tree Tower Road and Parking

PMIS 259055

Section 101. — TERMS, FORMAT, AND DEFINITIONS

101.03 Abbreviations. Add the following:

CDR – Contractor’s Daily Record

CIPP – Cured in Place Pipe

PLS – Pure Live Seed

VNS – Variety Not Specified

101.04 Definitions. Delete the definition of (c) Supplemental agreement under Contract Modification.

101.04 Definitions. Add the following:

Masterworks — A web-based system used by the Government, Contractors, and Subcontractors on this Government contract to prepare Contractor Daily Inspection Reports (CDRs) and measurement notes (pay notes and field measurement documentation).

Tribal Monitor – A person designated by the tribes to serve as a representative to observe construction activities for the purpose of identifying and protecting tribal resources and making recommendations to the government.

Section 102. — BID, AWARD, AND EXECUTION OF CONTRACT

102.02A Physical Data. (Added Subsection).

Data and information furnished or referred to below is for the Contractor’s information. The Government will not be responsible for any interpretation of or conclusion drawn from the data or information by the Contractor

(a) The indications of physical conditions on the drawings and in the specifications are the result of site investigations by:

01 Horizontal Alignment Listing

1. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0010.pdf

2. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0010.xml

3. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0200 and RTE 0912BZ.pdf

4. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0200.xml

5. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0205.pdf

6. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0205.xml

7. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0210.pdf

8. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0210.xml

9. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0404.pdf

10. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0404.xml

11. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0409A and 0409B.pdf

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12. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0409A and 0409B.xml

13. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0912AZ.pdf

14. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0912BZ.xml

15. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0918.pdf

16. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0918.xml

17. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0925.pdf

18. Horizontal Alignment RTE 0925.xml

02 3D Surface Models

1. Finished Grade_RTE 205.xml

2. Finished Grade_RTE 210.xml

3. Subgrade Surface RTE 205.xml

4. Subgrade Surface RTE 210.xml

5. Top of Aggregate_RTE 205.xml

6. Top of Aggregate_RTE 210.xml

03 3D Existing Ground Model

1. CO NP MEVE 201(1) Existed Ground Surface_RTE 0205.xml

2. CO NP MEVE 201(1) Existed Ground Surface_RTE 0210.xml

3. CO NP MEVE 201(1) Existed Ground Surface_RTE 0409A-B.xml

4. CO NP MEVE 201(1) Existed Ground Surface_RTE 0912AZ.xml

5. CO NP MEVE 201(1) Existed Ground Surface_RTE 0912BZ.xml

6. CO NP MEVE 201(1) Existed Ground Surface_RTE 0918.xml

7. CO NP MEVE 201(1) Existed Ground Surface_RTE 0925.xml

04 3D Breakline File

1. CO NP MEVE 201(1) 3D Breaklines_RTE 0205 and RTE 0210.dxf

05 Subgrade Cross Section Report

1. Subgrade Cross Section Report Rte 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road.pdf

2. Subgrade Cross Section Report Rte 0210 Far View Ruins Sites Road.pdf

06 Top of Base Cross Section Report

1. Top of Base Cross Section Report Rte 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road.pdf

2. Top of Base Cross Section Report Rte 0210 Far View Ruins Sites Road.pdf

07 Superelevation Report_NA 08 Earthwork Summary

1. CO NP MEVE 201(1) EWK Summary.pdf

(b) Weather conditions – Contact National Weather Service

(c) Transportation facilities – N/A

(d) Files listed in Section 152.04

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Section 104. — CONTROL OF WORK

104.04 Electronic Documentation. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

Provide documents and drawings electronically using Masterworks.

Request the Masterworks User Account Form (Form Masterworks-001) and submission instructions. Complete and electronically submit Form Masterworks-001 for each individual requiring Masterworks access. Allow 7 days for system access.

Contact the CO to schedule a training session on the use of Masterworks. The virtual training session will be either a video presentation or live training as determined by the CO. The Contractor is responsible for training additional staff that were not present during the original training session.

Maintain active Masterworks accounts for all Contractor staff who use Masterworks. Notify the CO within 24 hours after an account holder is reassigned or no longer employed by the Contractor and submit a Form Masterworks-001 requesting their account be disabled.

Provide documents and drawings in their native file format (the format produced by the software that the document and drawing was created in) upon request.

Documents and drawings include but are not limited to correspondence, submittals, measurement notes, reports, plans, diagrams, qualifications, certifications, payrolls, schedules, invoices, mix designs, job-mix formulas, test results, notifications, requests, permits, and agreements.

Provide a resolution quality with color, text, and lines clearly discernible. Submit each document and drawing in an individual file. Name files with a unique document name.

Documents and drawings delivered after 5:00 pm local time will be considered received on the next business day.

The CO will reject documents that are unreadable, corrupted, illegible, or include malicious content.

104.08 Load Restrictions. Delete the second sentence of the third paragraph.

Section 105. — CONTROL OF MATERIAL

105.01 Source of Supply and Quality Requirements. Add the following:

Materials containing petroleum-based solvents such as cutback asphalts and traffic paints may be restricted from use by local laws or ordinances in certain geographic areas. Upon presenting proof of such restrictions, alternate materials considered acceptable to the CO may be substituted for the materials specified in the contract.

Certify, according to Subsection 107.10(d), that sources of rock, sand, gravel, earth, subsoil, or

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Cover all loads transported to, from and within Mesa Verde National Park.

Mesa Verde National Park will allow the contractor to use 10,000 gallons of water per day from the park for the duration of the project. Use a Backflow preventer or air gap when using water.

105.04 Handling and Storing Material. Add the following after the second paragraph:

For Contractor-located, non-commercial staging, storing, and material handling areas, secure environmental clearances according to Subsection 107.10.

Add the following:

The Contractor may use the following staging areas. Each route may be closed for the duration of construction on each route except for RTE 0912AZ Far View Terrace Parking A, which must remain partially open to maintain access to the Far View Terrace Café and Gift Shop. Up to 4 routes may be closed concurrently.

• The Contractor may use the area around the Morefield sand shed for staging for Route 0010 (Main) Entrance Road. Coordinate exact location with the CO. Additional staging areas for the lagging wall repairs are identified in the plans.

• The Contractor may use the project area at Route 0912AZ Far View Terrace Parking A for staging for Routes 0912AZ Far View Terrace Parking A, 0912BZ Far View Terrace Parking B (Loading Dock), Route 0200 Wetherill Mesa Road and Route 0404 Far View Residence Road. Maintain access to the café and gift shop accessed by Route 0912AZ during staging and construction.

• The Contractor may use the project area at Route 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road and Route 0210 Far View Ruins (Sites) Road for each of their respective staging areas.

• The Contractor may use Route 0918 Visitor Center Parking (Far View Center Parking Lot) for its own staging area.

• The Contractor may use the overflow lot and Route 0409A Stone House Road A and Route 0409B Stone House Road B for staging of those routes.

• The Contractor may use the southern area of the overflow parking lot for staging of Route 0925 Side Headquarters and Post Office Parking.

Keep staging contained to previously disturbed areas according to section 107.10(e)(6) unless previously approved by the CO to limit disturbance to archeological areas throughout the park.

FHWA CFL has an office trailer on-site in the Chapin Mesa Maintenance Yard that may be used for office space.

Use products according to the manufacturer’s recommendations for handling, storage, and disposal. Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236-10 Operations and Storage Areas and FAR Clause 52.236-12 Cleaning Up. Maintain the staging and storage areas in a clean, neat, and orderly condition.

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Store construction, building and waste materials, and containers in designated areas indoors or protect with suitable covering.

Keep the manufacturer’s SDS, an inventory of the material, and emergency numbers near the storage area. Take appropriate measures to ensure that incompatible chemicals are not stored next to each other.

Store construction materials within the limits shown in the plans. Properly store materials according to the applicable permit. Check the storage areas weekly and according to the applicable permit.

Submit a site map showing the material storage and stockpile locations at least 14 days before the start of construction activities.

Continually monitor dirt piles for the presence of invasive weeds. Weeds should be treated immediately if found. Herbicides and their application must be approved by the CO. Allow up to 30 days for herbicide use to go through the approval process.

Section 106. — ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

106.01 Conformity with Contract Requirements. Add the following:

If the accuracy of Government test results is disputed, inform the CO. If the dispute is unresolved after reasonable steps are taken to resolve the dispute, further evaluation may be obtained by written request.

Where sample and testing procedures refer to AASHTO, ASTM, or other standards (designated as FLH T), use the procedure as modified in the FLH Field Materials Manual.

Where the specifications refer to AASHTO T 11, follow “Procedure B - Washing Using a Wetting Agent”.

Where the specifications refer to AASHTO T 310, follow the “Direct Transmission Method of In- Place Nuclear Density and Moisture Content”.

106.03 Certification. Delete the third paragraph and substitute the following:

See Table 106-3 for schedule for full or partial acceptance by material certification. Submit certification and sample of material for testing as required.

Check certifications before incorporating the material into the work to ensure that the requirements of the contract have been met. Mark the certifications with the following information: project number and name; pay item number and description; date; and Contractor-signed certification stating “to the best of our knowledge the materials certified by the attached certification represent the materials incorporated into the work of this contract”.

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Table 106-3 Schedule For Full or Partial Acceptance by Materials Certification

Section

Description

Material Material Property Or Specification

Certification Frequency

Sample Frequency

302 Crushed Aggregate Crushed aggregate Source, quality and gradation 1 per source 1 per source

Dust Palliative

Calcium chloride magnesium chloride, lignosulfonate

As specified

1 per shipment

First shipment

Asphalt Concrete Aggregate asphalt mix

Source quality, gradation, stability, and grade

1 per mix

1 per source

634 and

Permanent Pavement Markings, Temporary Traffic Control

634.02 as applicable, 635 as applicable

1 per source

Cementitious

Material

Portland cement, blended hydraulic cement, mortar cement

AASHTO M 85, M

240, ASTM C91 and ASTM C1392 as

1 per 100 tons

702.01

Asphalt Binder

Asphalt cement

AASHTO M 226

or M 320, as applicable

702.02 Emulsified

Asphalt

Emulsified asphalt

AASHTO M 140

or

M 208 as

702.05 Antistrip Additive As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

706 Concrete Pipe As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

707 Metal Pipe As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

708 Plastic Pipe As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

Reinforcing Steel and Wire Rope

As applicable

For 709.01 submit 3, 1-yard bars of each size and grade of bar furnished.

For 709.02 submit 1

6-foot length for each size furnished

710 Fencing and Mesh Fabrics As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

Concrete Curing Material and

Additives

1 per material source per material type

712 Joint Material As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

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Section

Material Material Property Or Specification

Certification Frequency

Sample Frequency

Roadside Improvement

714 Geosynthetic Material As specified As applicable 1 per shipment 1 per project per type 715 Piling As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

716 Material for Timber Structures

Timber and hardware As applicable 1 per shipment −

Structural Metal

For 717.01(e) minimum

6 per shipment for each size used.

For 717.09 1 per project

Traffic Signing and Marking

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

Coating Material

1 per batch\lot

1 sample for quantities

> 25 gallons

Structural Wall and Stabilized Embankment per material type

Electrical and Illumination

Anchor Material

Dampproofing and

Waterproofing Material

Asphalt materials used for damproofing and waterproofing concrete and masonry surfaces

As specified for each type of asphalt material

724 Guardrail As specified As applicable 1 per shipment −

725 Miscellaneous

− DRAFT

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Section 107. — LEGAL RELATIONS

AND RESPONSIBILITY TO THE PUBLIC

107.01 Laws to be Observed. Add the following:

(b) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Comply with the requirements of the applicable Construction General Permit (CGP) as shown in Table 107-1.

The applicable CGP is Colorado.

Prepare a Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP) according to Section 157. If the current CGP expires during the contract, amend the SWPPP when a new permit goes into effect to meet new permit conditions.

Obtain a separate NPDES permit associated with industrial activity for mobile asphalt and concrete plants that provide material for the project. Provide a copy of the permit and acknowledgement letter to the CO.

(1) Notice of Intent (NOI). After the SWPPP is approved, file the NOI according to the applicable CGP as shown in Table 107-1. Allow the regulatory review period, shown in Table 107-1, from submittal of NOI to receipt of authorization of coverage under the CGP.

Provide a copy of the NOI and confirmation letter to the CO.

Post all project authorization numbers near the entrance to the site and on the bulletin board.

(2) Payment of permit fees. Submit the appropriate permit fees and renewal fees required for both the Contractor and Government to the regulatory agency.

(3) Notice of Termination (NOT). If applicable, file a NOT when the conditions listed in the CGP have been met or transfer the NOI to the maintaining agency after final acceptance.

Table 107-1 NPDES Permits

State / Agency Permit Number and Link Effective Date Expiration Date

Regulatory Review Period

Arizona AZG2020-001 7/1/2020 6/30/2025 30 days

California(1) 2022-0057-DWQ 9/1/2023 8/31/2028 7 days

Colorado (Federal) COR10F000 2/17/2022 2/16/2027 14 days

Colorado (Other) COR400000 4/1/2024 03/31/2029 10 days

Hawaii HAR 11-55, Appendix C 1/29/2024 1/29/2029 10 days

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State / Agency Permit Number and Link Effective Date Expiration Date

Regulatory Review Period

Indian Country XXR10I000 2/17/2022 2/16/2027 14 days

Kansas S-MCST-2208-1 12/1/2021 11/30/2026 60 days

Nebraska NER210000 12/1/2021 11/30/2026 7 days

Nevada NVR100000 1/5/2015 1/4/2020(2) 14 days

New Mexico NMR100000 2/17/2022 2/16/2027 14 days

North Dakota NDR11-0000 4/1/2020 3/31/2025 7 days

Oklahoma OKR10 10/18/2022 10/17/2027 14 days(3)

South Dakota SDR100000 11/1/2023 10/31/2028 15 days

Texas (Small)(4) TXR150000 3/5/2023 3/5/2028 2 days

Texas (Large) TXR150000 3/5/2023 3/5/2028 7 days

Utah UTRC00000 07/1/2024 06/30/2029 None

Wyoming (Small)(5) WYR10-A000 9/11/2020 8/1/2025 None

Wyoming (Large) WYR100000 9/11/2020 8/1/2025 10 days

(1) Upload the SWPPP to the California Water Boards Stormwater Multiple Application and Report Tracking System (SMARTS) and complete the NOI application previously started by the Government. Notify the CO once the NOI application is complete. Do not certify the NOI.

(2) Permit administratively extended.

(3) 45 days for projects over 40 acres or in a sensitive watershed.

(4) Prepare a Construction Site Notice rather than an NOI.

(5) Prepare a SWPPP rather than an NOI. Implement the SWPPP before ground disturbing activities.

107.02(d) Utilities. Add the following:

The locations of the utilities shown in the plans have been certified to a Quality Level D according to the CFLHD Utility Data Quality Certification requirements available at https://highways.dot.gov/federal-lands/rw-util/cfl.

Table 107-2 Status of Utilities(1)

Company Utility Type Contact

Name Phone Number Status

1, 2, 3, or 4

1 Empire Electric Primary Electric Ana Jimenez (970)-565-4444 4

2 Communication (Fiber Optic)

Lumen Technologies Cynthia Horton

(571)-730-6431 4

3 NPS Secondary Electric Brandon Bell (970) 529-5092 4

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4 NPS Sewer Brandon Bell (970) 529-5092 4

5 NPS Gas Brandon Bell (970) 529-5092 4

6 NPS Water Brandon Bell (970) 529-5092 4

Status is defined as follows:

Status 1: The utilities are in conflict with the project and require relocation by others during construction.

Status 2: The utilities are in conflict with the project and require relocation or adjustment by the Contractor during construction.

Status 3: The utilities are in conflict with the project and require relocation by others before construction.

Status 4: The utilities are located within the project right-of-way but require no relocation.

107.05 Responsibility for Damage Claims. Delete the first sentence of the third paragraph and substitute the following:

Before work starts, submit “certificates of insurance” certifying that the policies will not be changed or canceled until 30 days’ written notice has been given to the Government.

107.08 Sanitation, Health, and Safety. Delete the first paragraph and substitute the following:

Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.236-13 Accident Prevention, Alternate 1. Submit an accident prevention plan.

107.10(a) Federal Water Pollution Control Act (Clean Water Act) 33 USC § 1251 et seq. Add the following:

(4) Do not ford running streams with construction equipment. Obtain approval from the CO to use temporary bridges or other structures whenever crossings are necessary.

(5) Locate machinery servicing and refueling areas away from streambanks, wetlands, shorelines, lakes, and reservoirs to reduce the possibility and minimize the impacts of accidental spills or discharges.

107.10(b) Oil and hazardous substances. Delete the third and fourth paragraphs and substitute the following:

Do not use equipment with leaking fluids. Repair equipment leaks immediately. Keep absorbent material manufactured for containment and cleanup of hazardous material on the job site. Sand and soils are not approved absorbent materials.

Notify the CO of hazardous spills. Report the spill to the appropriate federal, state, and local authorities as required by the SPCC plan or hazardous spill plan.

107.10(c) Dirt, plant, and foreign material. Add the following:

All vehicles and equipment entering the project area must be clean of noxious weeds and free from oil leaks and are subject to inspection. Thoroughly wash construction equipment, E-12 including the undercarriage and any surface where soil containing exotic seeds may exist.

Allow the CO to inspect each piece of equipment before entering the park. Provide the cleaning and inspection records to the CO.

107.10(d) Clearances for Contractor-selected, noncommercial areas. Add the following to the end of the first paragraph:

Use rock, sand, gravel, earth, subsoil, or other natural materials from a Contractor-selected non-commercial materials source that has been certified free of noxious weeds. Materials imported into the project limits which do not include a noxious weed free certification may be rejected and ordered to be removed from the project limits. The CO has the discretion of requesting inspection of certified materials by a third party and rejecting the use of the source if noxious weeds or seeds thereof are found to be present.

Add the following after Subsection (4):

(5) Any required certifications.

Add the following:

107.10(e) Project-specific commitments.

(1) Archeological monitoring by NPS and the contractor provided Tribal Monitoring will occur during all earth disturbing activities. Provide the CO with a minimum 2 week notice prior to beginning any ground disturbing activities. The Contractor is responsible for coordinating with the Tribal monitors during the entirety of the fieldwork task to ensure daily fieldwork schedules are synchronized between the Contractor and Tribal monitors. Qualifications for monitors are included in 623.03(b) and the Archeological Monitoring Plan is included in Appendix B.

All earth disturbing activities require monitoring by the NPS Archeological Monitor and the contractor provided Tribal Monitor. In the event of non-responsiveness, the Contractor must provide proof of contact, including at least two phone calls and two email attempts, to demonstrate efforts at tribal engagement. These attempts must occur at least 14 days prior to any ground disturbance. If no response is received after these documented efforts, the Contractor may proceed with construction activities.

Tribal and Archeological monitors must be present during all ground disturbing activities including but not limited to:

• Erosion control installation and management

• BMP installation

• Clearing and Grubbing

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• Culvert cleaning, lining and replacement

• Culvert outlet grading

• Ditch grading

(2) In the event of an archaeological discovery during construction, stop all work in the vicinity of the discovery and notify the CO. Coordinate with the CO to take measures to prevent further impacts or to mitigate loss in accordance with 36 CFR 800.13.

Consultation with SHOP, Advisory council on historic preservation and associated Native American tribes may take place in accordance with 36 CFR 800, The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act, and all other applicable state and federal laws.

(3) The Contractor staff and subcontractor staff to attend a Park orientation meeting prior to beginning work so they are aware of park rules protecting cultural and natural resources, how to recognize an archeological site (including historic trash), procedures for reporting possible archeological discoveries, and penalties for damaging cultural and natural resources. This requirement includes staff hired, and all staff reporting to the project at any point throughout the duration of the project. Record the first meeting for workers coming on to the project after the initial training. Provide a log to the CO for all completed trainings.

(4) Do not feed or disturb wildlife. To prevent unnatural attractants to wildlife, keep all foods, pet foods, garbage, drinks, trash, or food and drink containers inside vehicles, or enclosed construction equipment, except during actual use. Supply garbage bins, within the construction site that are bear and animal proof. Remove all garbage and food trash from the project site daily.

(5) Do not disturb cultural resources. Cultural resources exist in many locations immediately adjacent to the roadway. Do not disturb the area beyond the construction limits. Do not excavate, remove, damage, alter or deface any archeological or paleontological remains or specimens.

(6) Clearly define the limits of construction with fencing, flagging or method approved by the CO. No disturbance is to occur beyond these limits other than erosion/sediment control measures, installation of signs, placement of boulders and riprap, and culvert cleaning/extensions as approved by the CO. Do not walk or step beyond the limits of construction as shown in the plans. Do not park or drive construction vehicles beyond the limits of construction as shown in the plans. Do not disturb any plants beyond the limits of construction as shown in the plans. The limits of construction in all parking areas must be identified using durable high-visibility ribbon which is to be maintained by Contractor until final acceptance. No payment will be made for installation, maintenance and removal of ribbon in parking areas.

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(7) Notify the CO immediately if a nest is found in the vicinity of the project between March

1-July 31 to ensure no damage to the nests of migratory birds.

(8) Straw bales and non-fumigated products are not permitted for erosion control. If silt fence is used provide an inspection and cleaning schedule to the CO for approval.

(9) If headwall replacements are required, discreetly carve the current year into the header face of one stone at the end of the new course.

(10) Complete excavation work around historic culverts by hand.

(11) Cover historic headwalls with blankets and tarps while performing work in the vicinity.

107.11 Protection of Forests, Parks, and Public Lands. Add the following:

Comply with the fire prevention plan included in Appendix A. The CO will order the emergency suspension of operations when conditions are unsafe as determined by the CO and the land management agency. Work may be suspended during dry periods where fire danger is extreme.

Section 108. — PROSECUTION AND PROGRESS

108.01 Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work. Add the following:

Limit operations according to Sections 107 and 156.

Limit operations as follows:

(a) Do not begin site work prior to 3/6/2026.

(b) Only use existing pullouts and parking areas for truck turnaround locations. Use signage and flaggers at truck turnaround points as approved by the CO.

Perform no work except to maintain traffic control devices, erosion control devices, the roadway driving surface, and to control dust during the listed holidays and surrounding days as shown in Table 108-2. DRAFT

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Table 108-2

Holidays and Surrounding Days

Holiday Time Remarks

Birthday of Martin Luther

King, Jr.

Noon Friday to

6:00 a.m. Tuesday

Washington’s Birthday

Noon Friday to 6:00 a.m. Tuesday

Memorial Day Noon Friday to 6:00 a.m. Tuesday −

Juneteenth National

Independence Day

Noon June 18 to

6:00 a.m. June 20

If June 19 falls on a Saturday, do not work the preceding Friday. If June 19 falls on a Sunday, do not work the following Monday.

Independence

Noon July 3 to

6:00 a.m. July 5

If July 4 falls on a weekend, Friday, or Monday, do not work the weekend. If July 4 falls on a Saturday, do not work the preceding Friday. If July 4 falls on a Sunday, do not work the following Monday.

Labor Day Noon Friday to 6:00 a.m. Tuesday −

Columbus Day Noon Friday to 6:00 a.m. Tuesday −

Veterans Day

Noon November 10 to

6:00 a.m. November 12

If November 11 falls on a Saturday, do not work the preceding Friday. If November 11 falls on a Sunday, do not work the following Monday.

Thanksgiving Day

Noon Wednesday to 6:00 a.m. Monday

Christmas Day /

New Year’s

Noon December 23 to

6:00 a.m. January 2

If December 23 or January 1 falls on a Monday, do not work the adjacent weekend and do not work on December 23. If January 1 falls on a Friday, do not work the weekend.

Schedule at least 2 non-workdays out of every 14 days. The selected non-workdays do not need to be consecutive, but they must be scheduled. Notify the CO at least 2 weeks before changing the scheduled days off.

The CO may grant written approval for exemptions to scheduled days off for specific project operations and for periods of limited duration.

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Add the following:

The CO will issue the NTP before commencement of any work. The completion date is October 30, 2026.

No additional contract time will be added if Option X is awarded.

108.03 Subcontracting. Delete the second paragraph and substitute the following:

Within 14 days of subcontract award, submit a completed SF 1413 and 1413S. Complete Part I for each Subcontractor, and include Part II when the Subcontractor performs on-site work. Complete other forms that may be required by the Government to show the work subcontracted and the total dollar amount of the subcontract. Submit the above required information for each Subcontractor at lower tiers.

108.05 Failure to Complete Work on Time. Delete the second and third paragraphs and substitute the following:

Liquidated damages in the amount specified in FAR Clause 52.211-12 Liquidated Damages — Construction will be assessed for each day beyond the time allowed to complete the contract until substantial completion of the work.

If a winter shutdown occurs during this period, liquidated damages in an amount equal to 10 percent of the amount shown in FAR Clause 52.211-12 Liquidated Damages — Construction will be assessed for each day until work resumes at which time full liquidated damages will be assessed.

Delete Table 108-1.

Section 109. — MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

109.01 Measurement of Work. Delete the seventh paragraph and substitute the following:

Prepare, sign, and submit electronic measurement notes (pay notes and supporting field documentation) using Masterworks. Unacceptable measurement notes will be electronically rejected and returned. Correct rejected measurement notes and resubmit electronically.

109.08(a) General. Delete the last sentence and substitute the following:

The CO may withhold partial progress payment according to Subsection 109.08(h) for failure to make satisfactory progress until a construction schedule or schedule update is approved.

109.08(c) Government’s receiving report. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

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The Government’s receiving report will be developed using the measurements and quantities from Pay Notes received by the CO in Masterworks and determined acceptable.

109.08(d) Closing date and invoice submittal date. Add the following:

No closing dates will be permitted from September 1 to October 14. Do not submit invoices between September 1 and October 14.

109.08(e)(1) Proper invoices. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

(1) Invoices received by the 7th day following the closing date.

(a) Proper invoices. If the invoice meets the requirements of Subsection 109.08(b), and the quantities and unit prices shown on the Contractor's invoice agree with the corresponding quantities and unit prices shown on the Government's receiving report, the invoice will be paid.

(b) Defective invoices. If the invoice does not meet the requirements of Subsection 109.08(b), or if any of the quantities or unit prices shown on the Contractor's invoice exceed the corresponding quantities and unit prices shown on the Government's receiving report, the invoice will be deemed defective, and the Contractor so notified according to FAR Clause 52.232-27(a)(2). Defective invoices will not be corrected by the Government and will be returned to the Contractor within 7 days after the Government's designated billing office receives the invoice.

Revise and resubmit returned invoices by the 18th day following the closing date. The CO will evaluate the revised invoice. If the invoice is deemed proper, it will be forwarded for processing within 7 days of receipt. If the invoice still does not meet the requirements of Subsection 109.08(b), the Contractor will be so notified according to FAR Clause 52.232- 27(a)(2), and no progress payment will be made that month. Correct the deficiencies and resubmit the invoice the following month.

If the revised invoice meets the requirements of Subsection 109.08(b), but still has quantities or unit prices exceeding the corresponding quantities and unit prices shown on the Government's receiving report, the Government's data for that item or work will be used. The Contractor's invoice, as revised by the Government's receiving report, will be forwarded for processing by the 23rd day following the closing date. The Contractor will be notified by the 23rd day following the closing date of the reasons for any changes to the invoice.

109.08(e)(2) Defective invoices. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

(2) Invoices received between the 8th and 16th day following the closing date.

(a) Proper invoices. If the invoice meets the requirements of Subsection 109.08(b), and the quantities and unit prices shown on the Contractor's invoice agree with the

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(b) Defective invoices. If the invoice does not meet the requirements of Subsection 109.08(b), the invoice will be deemed defective, the Contractor so notified according to FAR Clause 52.232-27(a)(2), and no progress payment will be made that month.

Correct the deficiencies and resubmit the invoice the following month.

If the invoice meets the requirements of Subsection 109.08(b) but has quantities or unit prices exceeding the corresponding quantities and unit prices shown on the Government's receiving report, the Government's data for that item of work will be used. The Contractor's invoice, as revised by the Government's receiving report, will be forwarded for processing within 7 days of the Government's receipt of the invoice. The Contractor will be notified of the reasons for any changes to the invoice.

109.08(f) Partial payments. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

(f) Partial payments. Progress payments may include partial payment for material to be incorporated in the work according to FAR Clause 52.232-5(b)(2), provided the material meets the requirements of the contract and is delivered on, or in the vicinity of, the project site or stored in acceptable storage places.

Partial payments for stockpiled manufactured material (aggregates) will be based on Contractor process control test results. If test results show the material to be out-of-specification, or in “reject” where statistical evaluation procedures are used, no payment for stockpiled materials will be made.

Partial payment for material does not constitute acceptance of such material for use in completing items of work. Partial payments will not be made for living or perishable material until incorporated into the project.

Individual and cumulative partial payments for preparatory work and material will not exceed the lesser of:

(1) 80 percent of the contract bid price for the item; or

(2) 100 percent of amount supported by copies of invoices submitted.

The quantity paid will not exceed the corresponding quantity estimated in the contract. The CO may adjust partial payments as necessary to protect the Government. DRAFT

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Section 152. — CONSTRUCTION SURVEY AND STAKING

Construction Requirements

152.04 General. Add the following to the fifth paragraph:

No horizontal or vertical control information will be furnished for Route 0010 (Main) Entrance Road or for the Road Connection in the RTE 0918 Visitor Center Parking area.

152.04 General. Add the following to the fifth paragraph:

The Government will establish vertical and horizontal survey control points for the following Routes:

• RTE 0200 Wetherill Mesa Road

• RTE 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road

• RTE 0210 Far View Ruins (Sites) Road

• RTE 0404 Far View Residence Road

• RTE 0912AZ Far View Terrace Parking A

• RTE 0912BZ Far View Terrace Parking B (Loading Dock)

• RTE 0918 Visitor Center Parking (Far View Center Parking Lot)

• RTE 0925 Side Headquarters and Post Office Parking

• RTE 0409A Stone House Road A

• RTE 0409B Stone House Road B

The Government will furnish the following for use during bidding and construction:

(1) Horizontal alignment listings in Portable Document Format (pdf) and LandXML (.xml) formats; for all routes

(2) 3D surfaces of existing ground, subgrade, finished grade, and top of base course in LandXML (xml) format; for RTE 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road and RTE 0210 Far View Ruins (Sites) Road only.

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(3) Proposed 3D breaklines in Drawing Exchange Format (dxf); for RTE 0205 Cedar

Tree Tower Road and RTE 0210 Far View Ruins (Sites) Road only.

(4) 3D coordinates and offset distance from centerline for subgrade and slope staking information and top of base course information at 50-foot (20-meter) intervals and miscellaneous intermediate stations in Portable Document Format (.pdf); for RTE 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road and RTE 0210 Far View Ruins (Sites) Road only.

(5) Earthwork quantity summary in Portable Document Format (pdf). for RTE 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road and RTE 0210 Far View Ruins (Sites) Road only.

These files are considered Physical Data according to FAR 52.236-4 Physical Data.

152.05(b) Centerline establishment. Add the following:

Reestablishment of centerline may be ordered and paid for under Section 623 for purposes other than to control the work.

152.05(d)(2) Conventional survey methods. Add the following:

For RTE 0205 Cedar Tree Tower Road and RTE 0210 Far View Ruins (Sites) Road, When the centerline curve radius is less than or equal to 250 feet, use a maximum longitudinal spacing between stakes of 25 feet. When the centerline is on a tangent or the curve radius is greater than 250 feet, use a maximum longitudinal spacing between stakes of 50 feet.

152.05(f)(1) AMG method. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

Use conventional survey methods for grade finishing.

152.05(g) Culverts. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

(1) Verify and set culvert locations at the inlet, outlet, and inlet basin points as shown in the plans. Plot to scale the profile along the culvert centerline. Show the existing ground, flow line, roadway section, and culvert including end treatments and other appurtenances.

Show the elevations, grade, culvert length, degree of elbow, catch points, and hinge points on the plot.

(2) Perform the following if the culvert design shown in the plans does not fit field conditions, when the CO requires adjustment to a culvert location, or when a culvert design isn’t furnished for a new culvert, culvert replacement, or culvert extension:

(a) Recommend a revised culvert location and alignment if needed.

(b) Survey and record the ground profile along the culvert centerline and additional channel profile for an appropriate offset to capture required information in Subsection 152.05(g)(2)(e).

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(c) Determine the slope catch points at the inlet and outlet.

(d) Set reference points and record information necessary to determine culvert length and end treatments.

(e) Plot to scale the profile along the culvert centerline. Show the existing ground, flow line, roadway section, culvert, end treatments, and other appurtenances. Show elevations, grade, culvert length, and degree of elbow.

(1) For single skewed culverts, submit a plotted field-design cross-section normal to roadway centerline and at each end section. Plot the offset and elevation of existing ground at the end section and at proposed template break points between centerline and the end section. Ensure the template design embankment slope is not exceeded.

(2) For multiple skewed culverts, submit a plotted field design cross-section normal to roadway centerline and at the end sections (left and right) nearest to the shoulder.

Plot the offset and elevation of existing ground at the end section and at proposed template break points between centerline and the end section. Ensure the template design embankment slope is not exceeded.

(3) Submit the plotted field-design cross-section for approval of final culvert length and alignment. Plot at a clear and readable scale.

(4) Set inlet, outlet, and reference stakes when the field design has been approved.

Stake inlet and outlet ditches to ensure the culvert and end treatments (such as drop inlets) are functional.

(5) Adjust slope, reference, and clearing stakes as necessary to provide for culvert inlet treatments in cut slopes. Readjust slope, reference, and clearing stakes as necessary when culvert inlets are moved from their plan locations. Review slope adjustments with the CO and obtain approval.

152.05(i) Retaining walls, rockeries, special rock embankments, rock buttresses, gabion walls, and reinforced soil slopes. Delete the first sentence and substitute the following:

Survey and record profile measurements along the face of the proposed wall, rockery, embankment, buttress, or reinforced soil slope along the face of the proposed wall or slope, and at 5 feet and 10 feet in front of the wall or slope face.

152.05 Survey and Staking Requirements. Add the following:

(m) Centerline verification and staking. Verify stationing shown in the plans by measuring along the existing centerline with an approved method. Calibrate all measuring devices and provide calibration data to the CO before use. Use landmarks, such as culverts, pullouts, and approach roads, to verify that the ground stationing matches the stationing shown in the plans.

Use white spray paint to mark each centerline station. Add station equations to adjust field

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Measure the existing surface width at 200-foot intervals on tangent and at 50-foot intervals on curves. At each location, each side of the roadway and outside the construction limits, place an offset stake of adequate dimensions to place all required information. Label each stake with the following information:

(1) Station;

(2) Offset from striped centerline or other location as directed; and

(3) Offset from the proposed edge of pavement.

Measure stations to the nearest foot and offsets to the nearest 2 inches. Record the above information and provide to the CO.

Use this recorded information to control the proposed roadway width and reestablish striping.

152.05 Survey and Staking Requirements. Add the following:

(n) Pavement preservation roadway width verification. Measure the existing pavement surface width at 500-foot intervals on tangents and at 100-foot intervals on curves. Use white spray paint to mark the pavement with the station on each side of the roadway. Take additional measurements between the above required intervals if the width varies more than 1 foot from the pavement surface width shown in the plans. Provide a record of width measurements and corresponding station locations to the CO for approval before starting surfacing operations.

Take additional measurements, at no additional cost to the Government, when requested. The revised approved surface widths will become the new surfacing width unless otherwise directed.

152.07 Add the following:

Measure centerline verification and staking only one time per project.

Section 153. — CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

153.01 Add the following:

This work also consists of using Masterworks to prepare electronic CDRs and measurement notes (pay notes and supporting field documentation), including entering labor, equipment, subcontractors, and inspection records into the system.

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153.03(b) QC procedures. Add the following to Subsection (3):

List the material to be tested by pay item, tests to be conducted, the location of sampling, and the frequency of testing.

153.03 Quality Control Plan. Add the following after Subsection (c):

(d) Subcontractors and suppliers. Include the work of all subcontractors. If a subcontractor is to perform work under this Section, explain how the subcontractor’s inspection plan will interface with the Prime Contractor first tier subcontractors and lower tier subcontractors and organizations, and the CO. Include the work of major suppliers and suppliers of structural and geotechnical services and materials.

153.03 Quality Control Plan. Add the following:

Modifications or additions may be required to any part of the plan that is not adequately covered.

Acceptance of the quality control plan will be based on the inclusion of the required information.

Acceptance does not imply any warranty by the Government that the plan will result in consistent contract compliance. It remains the responsibility of the Contractor to demonstrate such compliance.

153.05 Certifications and Submittals. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

For materials or work accepted by certification according to Subsection 106.03, review all certifications to ensure compliance with the requirements of the contract before incorporating materials into the work and provide a signed copy of the reviewed certification to the CO.

According to FAR Subpart 46.407, materials or work without proper certification will be rejected in writing, and payment for such material or work will be withheld until proper certification has been provided to the CO.

153.06 Prosecution of Work. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

Address each of the subjects shown for each phase of construction:

(a) Preparatory phase.

(1) In a preparatory phase meeting, review the contract requirements for the work; the process for constructing the work; and the plan for inspecting, testing, measuring, and reporting the work. Include the project superintendent, QCM, work foreperson, and the CO in the meeting. Schedule and conduct a preparatory meeting for each type of work to be performed at least one week prior to beginning the work.

(2) Review and coordinate certifications, submittals, plans, drawings, and permits.

(3) Verify the capabilities of equipment, material, and personnel. Provide training as

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(4) Establish a detailed testing schedule based on the production schedule.

(5) Ensure preparatory testing and inspection is accomplished.

(6) Review accuracy of the surveying and staking.

(b) Start-up phase.

(1) In a start-up phase meeting, review the contract requirements and the processes for constructing the work with the personnel who will be performing the work. Invite the CO, project superintendent, QCM, testers, and inspectors of the work being performed, and the personnel directly supervising and performing the work. Review the planned testing, inspection, and reporting requirements with the quality control personnel responsible for the testing and inspection. Explain the reporting procedures to be used if defective work is identified. Conduct a start-up meeting for each type of work to be performed upon beginning the work.

(2) Inspect, test, and report start-up work according to the QCP and ensure the work conforms to the contract.

(c) Production phase.

(1) Inspect, test, and report according to the QCP and evaluate the acceptability of the work produced.

(2) Identify and correct deficiencies.

(3) Request Government inspection.

(4) Provide feedback on processes and deficiencies. Identify root causes of deficiencies and make timely and effective changes to work processes to prevent repeated deficiencies.

153.07 Sampling and Testing. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

Perform sampling and testing according to the approved QCP. As a minimum perform process control testing according to the Sampling, Testing, and Acceptance Requirements tables at the end of each Section where applicable. Where no minimums are specified, submit proposed tests to be performed and the proposed sampling and testing frequencies.

(a) Sample splitting. Schedules and times or locations for obtaining on-site split samples for Government use will be provided by the CO using a procedure for random sampling. Sample any material that appears defective or inconsistent with similar material being produced, unless such material is voluntarily removed and replaced or otherwise corrected according to Subsection 106.01records by pay item number and make them accessible to the CO.

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(b) Testing. Provide a laboratory equipped with all test equipment necessary to satisfy the requirements of the contract. Ensure test equipment has been checked, calibrated, standardized, and otherwise verified according to AASHTO and ASTM standards by an individual qualified to perform the work. Perform an equipment inspection after the laboratory has been moved to its permanent location on the project site, and anytime it is moved thereafter. Inspect equipment within 45 days of actual use for project testing, and at least once a year thereafter. Do not use equipment that has not been inspected or is found to be deficient.

Mark deficient equipment and take it out-of-service until repaired or replaced and shown by subsequent inspection to perform as required. Maintain records documenting laboratory equipment inspections. Provide certification stating the equipment conforms to testing requirements and provide evidence of current inspection. Keep laboratory facilities clean and maintain equipment in proper working condition. Allow the CO unrestricted access to the laboratory for inspection and review.

The CO may require a demonstration of proficiency in sampling and testing capabilities. One or more proficiency samples may be provided by the Government to verify basic qualifications.

Provide the results of the proficiency samples to the CO within 48 hours of receipt of the material.

153.08 Records and Control Charts. Delete the first sentence and substitute the following:

Maintain complete testing and inspection records by pay item number and make them accessible to the CO.

(a) QC and construction operations reports. Delete this Subsection and substitute the following:

(a) QC and construction operations reports. Delete the text and substitute the following:

For each day of the contract, prepare a CDR using Masterworks. Enter initial data for Labor/Equipment and Subcontractors before beginning any work. Maintain and update the Labor/Equipment and Subcontractors data to reflect ongoing changes as they occur. Report operations or items of work separately, with manpower and equipment assigned to each operation separately. Detail inspection results, including deficiencies observed and corrective actions taken. Complete a CDR for each contractor and subcontractor working that day.

When submitting test results on material being incorporated into the work, report test results within the reporting times indicated in the sampling and testing requirements at…