A003_E_Section.pdf

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CO FLAP 102(1)

Brainard Lake Road

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-14), U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration.

Amendment A003 09/29/2017

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Brainard Lake Road

Section 101. – TERMS, FORMAT, AND DEFINITIONS

101.03 Abbreviations.

(a) Acronyms. Add the following: GSA – General Services Administration

(b) US Customary abbreviations and symbols. Delete the text and add the following:

A — ampere electric current

ac. — acre area BTU — British Thermal Unit energy

cu. in. or in3 — cubic inches volume

cu. ft., cf, ft3 or CUFT — cubic feet volume

cu. yd., cy, yd3 or CUYD — cubic yards volume D — day time deg. or º — degree plane angle Fc — foot-candles luminous intensity

fl. oz. — fluid ounces volume

ft. or ' — foot or feet length gal. or GAL — gallon volume H — Henry inductance

hr. or HR — hour time Hz — hertz (s-1) frequency

in. or " inch or inches length K — kelvin temperature lb or LB, lbs — pound, pounds mass Lbf — pound-force force lnft or LNFT linear foot length

mi. — miles length min. or m — minute time min. or ' — minute plane angle ºF — degrees Fahrenheit temperature

oz. — ounces mass Psi — pounds/square inch pressure Q — cubic feet/second flow rate sec. or s — second time sec. or " — second plane angle

sq. in. or in2 — square inches area

sq. ft., sf, ft2 or SQFT — square feet area

sq. yd., sy, yd2 or SQYD — square yards area T — short ton (2000 lbs) mass V — volt (W/A) electric potential W — watt (J/s) power

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YD — yard or yards length Ω — ohm V/A electric resistance

(c) Metric unit abbreviations and symbols. Delete the text and add the following:

A — ampere electric current Cd — candella luminous intensity oC — degree Celsius temperature D — day time deg. or º — degree plane angle g or gram — gram mass H — Henry inductance Ha — hectare area

hr. or HR — hour time Hz — hertz (s-1) frequency J — Joule (N.m) energy K — kelvin temperature Kg — kilogram mass L — liter volume Lx — lux illuminance M — meter length mm — millimeter length m2 — meter squared area m3 — cubic meter volume min. or m — minute time min. or ' — minute plane angle N — Newton (kg.m/s2) force Pa — Pascal (N/m2) pressure sec. or s — second time sec. or " — second plane angle Sta. — station Length T — metric ton Mass V — volt (W/A) electric potential W — watt (J/s) Power Ω — ohm V/A electric resistance

101.04 Definitions.

Roadway Prism Delete the text and substitute the following:

Roadway Prism – The volume defined by the area between the original terrain cross-section and the final design cross-section multiplied by the horizontal distance between the centroids (geometric center) of the area.

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Subcontractor Delete the text and substitute the following:

Subcontractor – An individual or legal entity with which the Contractor sublets part of the work.

This includes subcontractors and material suppliers at any tier.

Section 104. — CONTROL OF WORK

Add the following:

104.06 Submittals.

Number each unique submittal sequentially. If revisions are made to a submittal, use the same number for the revisions as the original, but add a letter after the number.

Example:

Original Submittal

Submittal 001 – Preliminary Schedule

First Revision

Submittal 001A – Preliminary Schedule Revision A

Transmit submittals electronically. Unless directed otherwise by the CO, submit in a PDF compatible format. Submit hard copies when directed by the CO.

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.

Add the following:

Certify, according to Subsection 107.10 (d)(2), that sources of rock, sand, gravel, earth, subsoil, or other natural material imported into the project construction limits are noxious weed free.

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105.04 Storing and Handling Material. Add the following after the third sentence of 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 locations shown on sheet A4 of the plans for waste areas. The Contractor may use the existing trailhead parking (graded dirt area) north of the bridge for the bridge staging area.

Section 106. — ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

106.01 Conformity with Contract Requirements. Delete (a) and (b) and substitute the following:

(a) Disputing Government test results. If the accuracy of Government test results is disputed, promptly 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. Include a narrative describing the dispute and a proposed resolution protocol that addresses the following:

(1) Sampling method

(2) Number of samples

(3) Sample transport

(4) Test procedures

(5) Testing laboratories

(6) Reporting

(7) Estimated time and costs

(8) Validation process

(b) Alternatives to removing and replacing non-conforming work. As an alternative to removal and replacement, the Contractor may submit a written request to:

(1) Have the work accepted at a reduced price; or

(2) Be given permission to perform corrective measures to bring the work into conformity.

The request must contain supporting rationale and documentation. Include references or data justifying the proposal based on an evaluation of test results, effect on service life, value of

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Add the following after (b):

The number of significant figures used in the calculations will be according to ASTM E 29, absolute method.

Where sample/testing procedures make reference to AASHTO, ASTM, or other standards (designated as FLH T), the procedure as modified in the Materials Manual shall govern. Where the specifications make reference to AASHTO Test T11, “Procedure B - Washing Using a Wetting Agent” shall be the procedure followed.

Where the specifications make reference to AASHTO Test T310, “Direct Transmission Method of In-Place Nuclear Density and Moisture Content” shall be the procedure followed.

106.02 Visual Inspection. Delete the Subsection and substitute the following:

106.02 Visual Inspection. Acceptance is based on visual inspection of the work for compliance with the contract requirements. In the absence of specific contract requirements or tolerances, use prevailing industry standards.

106.03 Certification. Add the following after the second paragraph:

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

Delete the third bullet of the third paragraph and substitute the following:

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”; and

Table 106-3 Schedule For Full or Partial Acceptance by Materials Certification. Add Table 106-3 following Table 106-2.

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

Section Description Material Material Property Or Specification

Frequency Certification Sample

Minor Crushed

Aggregate Crushed Aggregate

Source, Quality and Gradation

1 per source 1 per source

312 Dust Palliative

Calcium Chloride Magnesium Chloride, Lignosulfonate, As specified 1 per shipment First shipment

403 Asphalt Concrete Aggregate Asphalt

Mix

Source quality, Gradation, Stability, and Grade

1 per mix 1 per source

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Section Description Material Material Property Or Specification

Frequency Certification Sample

634 and

Permanent Pavement Markings, Temporary Traffic Control

634.02 as applicable, 635 as applicable As specified 1 per source -----

701 Hydraulic Cement

Portland Cement, Blended Hydraulic Cement, Masonry and Mortar Cement

AASHTO M 85, M

240, ASTM C 91 and ASTM C1392 as applicable

1 per shipment 1 per 100 tons

702.01 Asphalt Material Asphalt Cement

AASHTO M 226

or M 320, as applicable

1 per shipment 1 per shipment

702.02 Asphalt Material Emulsified Asphalt

AASHTO M 140

or

M 208 as applicable

1 per shipment 1 per shipment

702.03 Asphalt Material

Asphalt Materials used for Damproofing and Waterproofing

Concrete and Masonry Surfaces

As specified for each type of asphalt material 1 per shipment -----

702.05 Antistrip As specified As applicable 1 per shipment -----

Concrete and Plastic 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 and

Prestressing Steel As specified As applicable 1 per shipment

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

709.02 submit

6-foot (2-meter) length for each size furnished

Fence and Guardrail

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment -----

Concrete Curing

Material and Admixtures

As specified As applicable 1 per material source per material type

712 Joint Material (all) As specified As applicable 1 per shipment -----

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Section Description Material Material Property Or Specification

Frequency Certification Sample

Roadside

Improvement Materials (all)

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment -----

Geosynthetic Material (all)

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment 1 per project per type 715 Piling As specified As applicable 1 per shipment -----

Material for

Timber Structures Timber and Hardware

As applicable 1 per shipment -----

717 Structural Metal As specified As applicable 1 per shipment

717.01(e) minimum

6 per shipment for each size used.

717.10

1 per project

Traffic Signing and Marking Material (all)

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment -----

719 Paint As specified As applicable 1 per batch\lot

1 sample for quantities

> 25 gallons (100L)

Structural Wall and Stabilized Embankment Material (all)

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment per material type

Electrical and Illumination Material (all)

As specified As applicable 1 per shipment per material type

722 Anchor Material As specified As applicable 1 per shipment per material type

Miscellaneous materials As specified As applicable

1 per shipment per material type

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Section 107. — LEGAL RELATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITY TO THE

PUBLIC

107.01 Laws to be Observed. Add the following:

National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) in Colorado

Comply with the requirements of the EPA NPDES Construction General Permit (CGP) COR10F000 for erosion and sediment control due to storm water runoff. A copy of the 2017 permit is located at:

https://www.epa.gov/npdes/epas-2017-construction-general-permit-cgp-and-related-documents

This permit is scheduled to expire on 02/16/2022. Amend the SWPPP and site plan when the new permit goes into effect to meet new permit conditions.

(a) General. Designate a qualified Erosion Control Supervisor according to Subsection 157.03.

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

(b) Preparation of the Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP). The Government has prepared a preliminary SWPPP. Update the preliminary SWPPP for the project or develop a new SWPPP and provide to the CO for review. When the SWPPP is accepted by the CO and signed by both the CO and the Contractor, it will be the document in force on the project.

Implement the SWPPP as required throughout the construction period.

Modify the erosion control details and layout sheets included in the plans, as necessary, to accommodate project site conditions and proposed construction operations and include them in the SWPPP.

(c) Notice of Intent (NOI) All operators are required to submit a notice of intent at least 14 days prior to start of earth disturbance. Provide a copy of the contractor’s NOI and confirmation letter to the CO. The Government will file a NOI also and provide that information to the Contractor for inclusion in the SWPPP. Do not perform any ground disturbing activities including clearing, grubbing, or earthwork until an acknowledgement letter is received from the EPA and the SWPPP has been approved and implemented.

Post all project authorization numbers and other requirements at a location accessible to the public from the right of way of the project according to Section 1.5 of the CGP.

(d) Inspections and Revisions to the SWPPP. Perform inspections as required in the CGP.

Document inspections, maintain corrective actions log, and retain records in the SWPPP. Update the SWPPP and ensure that all procedures, practices, and inspections are current.

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Place the SWPPP and all updates in a three-ring binder so that completed inspection forms and other records may be inserted. Make the SWPPP available for public inspection and for use by the CO.

Revisions to the SWPPP may be necessary during construction to make improvements or to respond to unforeseen conditions noted during construction or site inspections. For that purpose, specify in the SWPPP the mechanism whereby revisions may be proposed by the Contractor or the CO and incorporated into the plan, including review and approval of minor changes. Jointly approve and sign each revision to the SWPPP. Implement approved changes according to the

CGP.

(e) Notice of Termination (NOT). File a NOT when the conditions listed in the CGP have been met or transfer the permit to FHWA when project has reached final acceptance.

At the completion of the project, provide the CO with the complete SWPPP, including inspection forms, logs, and all other required documentation added during the project.

107.02 Protection and Restoration of Property and Landscape

Add the following:

Limit construction activity to the clearing limits. Do not disturb area beyond the clearing limits.

If archeological remains or artifacts are discovered during construction stop all construction activities until approval to resume construction is given.

Add the following at the end of this subsection :

The locations of the utilities shown in the plans have been certified to a Quality Level D, with spot locations certified to a Quality Level C according to the CFLHD Utility Data Quality Certification requirements:

http://flh.fhwa.dot.gov/resources/row/cfl/documents/UtilityDataQualityLevelCertification.doc

Table 107-1 Status of Utilities

Company Utility Type

Contact Name

Phone Number

Status 1, 2, 3, or 4

Century Link Telephone Dan Lewis 303-441-

Xcel Power Lori Dowell 303-245-

Status 1: The utilities are in conflict with the project and REQUIRE relocation by OTHERS

DURING construction.

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Status 2: The utilities are in conflict with the project and REQUIRE relocation by the Contractor DURING construction.

Status 3: The utilities are in conflict with the project and REQUIRE relocation BEFORE construction.

Status 4: The utilities are located within the project rights of way but require NO relocation.

107.05 Responsibility for Damage Claims. Add the following after the first sentence of the third paragraph:

Certify that policies will not be changed or canceled until 30 days written notice has been given to the Government.

107.10 Environmental Protection.

(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) Immediately clear ephemeral drainages, intermittent and perennial streams, lakes and reservoirs of all work items, debris or other obstructions placed by or resulting from construction operations.

(6) Locate machinery servicing and refueling areas away from streambeds and washes to reduce the possibility and minimize the impacts of accidental spills or discharges.

(b) Oil and hazardous substances. Add the following to the end of the third paragraph:

Sand or soils are not approved absorbent materials.

Add the following to the end of the fourth paragraph:

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

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

Clean, and sterilize all equipment, including pumps and coffer dams, that will be used in or near Brainard Lake or other water. Sterilization is to include power washing all water accessible surfaces with water at 140°F or hotter for at least 2 minutes. After sterilization, inspect for any aquatic nuisance species. Clean and sterilize again, if species remain.

Cleaning and inspection records are to include the equipment’s make and model number, identification number (if applicable), a description of what is and will be used for, the date of cleaning, the date of inspection(s), and multiple photographs.

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

Do not import into the project limits rock, sand, gravel, earth, subsoil, or other natural materials from a Contractor-selected non-commercial materials source, that have not 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 by the CO 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:

(5) Any required Certifications.

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

The Forest Service fire prevention plan involving emergency curtailment of operations is included in the Appendix and is in effect on this project. The CO will order the suspension of burning and other operations when directed to do so by the Forest Service. No adjustment in the contract completion date will be made for partial or total suspensions of burning operations.

Section 108. — PROSECUTION AND PROGRESS

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

Limit operations as follows:

(a) If wildlife enters the project site, stop work near it and allow it to leave on its own. If the animal appears harmed or injured, notify the CO.

(b) Cut all trees within the clearing limits by February 28th. If the CO identifies additional hazard trees after February 28th, provide a qualified biologist to survey the area for active nests and breeding activity 72 hours before planned removal. If these bird activities are identified, delay the tree removal. Perform additional surveys as needed until the bird activities have ceased. Notify the CO the results of surveys. The CO may place additional work restrictions in the area.

(c) There are several environmentally sensitive areas near the project. Do not enter these areas, unless authorized by the CO. If ordered by the CO, erect construction fencing to prevent workers from entering these areas.

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

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Table 108-2 Federal Holidays and Surrounding Days

Federal Holiday

Time Remarks

Independence Day

12:00 Noon July 3 to 6:00 am July 5

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

Labor Day 12:00 Noon Friday to 6:00 am Tuesday

Thanksgiving 12:00 Noon

Wednesday to 6:00 am Monday

Christmas / New Year’s

12:00 Noon December 23 to

6:00 am 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-work days out of every 14 calendar days. The selected non-work days do not need to be consecutive, but they must be scheduled. Provide at least 2 weeks notice before changing the scheduled days off.

Exemptions to scheduled days off may be granted by written approval from the CO for specific project operations and/or for periods of limited duration.

Add the following:

A Notice to Proceed must be issued before commencement of any work. The contract completion date is July 31, 2018. If substantial completion is achieved by June 28, 2018 a $100,000 incentive will be paid. A change in contract completion date will have no effect on the incentive date. No additional time will be added to the contract or the incentive date if Option X is awarded.

108.02 Subcontracting. Delete the third 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.

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Section 109. — MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

109.02 Measurement Terms and Definitions.

(o) Square foot and Square yard (Square meter). Add the following: Do not measure overlaps.

109.08 Progress Payments.

(b) Closing date and invoice submittal date. Delete the text and substitute the following:

Submit invoices to the designated billing office by the 7th day after the closing date. Invoices received by the designated billing office after the 16th day following the closing date will not be accepted for payment processing that month. Include late, unprocessed invoice submittals in the following months invoice.

(e) Processing progress payment requests.

(1) Proper invoices. Delete the title and text 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(c), 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(c), 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 still does not meet the requirements of Subsection 109.08(c), 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(c), but still had 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

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(2) Defective invoices. Delete the title and text 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(c), and the quantities and unit prices shown on the Contractor's invoice agree with the corresponding quantities and unit prices shown on the CO's receiving report, the invoice will be deemed proper and forwarded for processing within 7 days of receipt.

(b) Defective invoices. If the invoice does not meet the requirements of Subsection 109.08(c), 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(c), 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.

(f) Partial payments. Delete the 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.

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Section 152. — CONSTRUCTION SURVEY AND STAKING

Construction Requirements

152.04General. Add the following to the second paragraph:

The Government will establish basic survey control points for vertical and horizontal control of the project.

The Government will furnish the following:

(1) 3D coordinates and offset distance from centerline for subgrade and surface course finishing stakes at 50-foot (20-meter) intervals and miscellaneous intermediate stations.

(2) Slope stake data containing centerline grade and slope staking information at 50-foot (20-meter) station intervals and miscellaneous intermediate stations.

(3) Computer listings containing: horizontal alignment, vertical alignment, earthwork quantities, and staking details showing superelevation template data and slope information.

152.04 General. Add the following to the second paragraph:

The Government will furnish the following:

(1) Horizontal and vertical alignment staking information.

Delete the last sentence of the fourth paragraph from the bottom of the subsection and substitute the following:

Reestablish missing control points and stakes before slope staking begins.

152.05 Survey and Staking Requirements.

(b) Centerline establishment. Add the following:

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

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(d) Slope and Reference Stakes.

(2) Conventional Survey Methods. Delete the first sentence and substitute the following:

Verify and set slope stakes on both sides of centerline at the theoretical catch point within the following station ranges:

12+00 to 19+00 39+00 to 56+00 70+00 to 86+00 90+50 to 110+00 141+00 to 145+25

At all other locations verify and set slope stakes at the theoretical catch point on one side of centerline and provide slope stake information from the catch point to the existing edge of pavement.

(f) Grade-finishing stakes

(2) Conventional survey methods. Delete the second sentence and substitute the following:

Set stakes at top of subgrade and top of aggregate base in the station ranges listed in 152.05(d)(2) above. In all other locations set stakes at top of subgrade only.

(g) Culverts. Delete the first paragraph and substitute the following:

Field verify the location of each individual culvert with the CO prior to surveying, designing, and staking culverts. Perform the following:

(4) Delete the first paragraph and substitute the following:

Recommend a culvert location and alignment. Plot the centerline of the proposed culvert at a clear and readable scale. Show the natural ground, the flow line, the roadway section, and the culvert including end treatments and other appurtenances. Provide the elevations, grade, culvert length, degree of elbow, catch points, and hinge points on the plot.

Measurement

152.07 Add the following to the third paragraph:

Reestablishing missing control points and stakes will be measured under Special labor, Hired survey services when it is paid by the hour.

152.07 Delete the fourth paragraph and substitute the following:

Do not measure miscellaneous survey and staking.

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Section 153. — CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

153.02 Qualifications.

(a)(1) Full-time, on-site QCM. Add the following:

(4) A degree from a 4-year construction management, construction engineering, or similar program, and having at least 3 years’ experience as (a) a highway construction contractor foreman, project engineer, or equivalent, or (b) a federal or state highway construction lead inspector or equivalent.

153.03 Quality Control Plan (QCP).

(b) Quality control procedures

(2) Add the following: List the material to be tested by pay item, tests to be conducted, the location of sampling, and the frequency of testing.

Add the following:

(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.

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.

153.04 Prosecution of Work. Delete the sentence and substitute the following:

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

(a) Preparatory phase.

(1) Delete the paragraph and substitute the following:

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, the quality control supervisor

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(QCS), the foreman for the work to be performed, 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.

(b) Start-up phase.

(1) Delete the paragraph and substitute the following:

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, QCS, 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 when defective work is identified. Conduct a start-up meeting for each type of work to be performed upon beginning the work.

(c) Production phase. Add the following:

(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.

153.05 Sampling and Testing. Delete the text and substitute the following:

153.05 Sampling and Testing.

Perform sampling and testing required by the accepted 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 106.01

(b) Testing. Furnish a laboratory equipped with all test equipment necessary to satisfy the requirements of the contract. Ensure test equipment has been checked, calibrated, standardized and/or otherwise verified in accordance with 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(s) stating the equipment conforms to

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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.

153.06 Certifications. Delete the text and substitute the following:

For materials or work accepted by certification according to Subsection 106.03, review all certifications to insure compliance with the requirements of the contract prior to incorporating materials into the work and provide a signed copy of the reviewed certification(s) 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.

153.07 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) Quality control and construction operations reports. Delete the text and substitute the following:

For each day of work, prepare an "Inspector's Daily Record of Construction Operations" (Contractors Daily Reports (CDR)) using Form FHWA 1413 or an approved alternate form.

Report inspection results in detail, including deficiencies observed and corrective actions taken.

Identify locations of work and labor and equipment used, including actual hours worked, to perform each item of work. 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 the end of each section or as specified in the contract. Include the following certification signed by the QCS with overall responsibility for the inspection system:

"I certify that the information contained in this record is accurate and that work documented herein complies with the contract. Exceptions to this certification are documented as a part of this record."

Submit certified CDR’s that have been signed by a person who has both responsibility for the inspection system and signature authority.

Submit the record and certification within 24 hours of the work being performed. If the record is incomplete, in error, or otherwise misleading, a copy of the record will be returned with corrections noted. Correct rejected CDRs and resubmit the revised CDR within 24 hours. When chronic errors or omissions occur, correct the procedures by which the records are produced.

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153.08 Acceptance. Add the following:

Performance of the work may be stopped according to Subsection 108.05, either in whole or in part, for failure to comply with the requirements of this Section. The Government may charge to the Contractor the cost of any additional inspections required when the work being inspected is found not to comply with contract requirements during the initial inspection. Work stop orders, due to recurring deficiencies of work required by this Section, will be rescinded after the Contractor demonstrates to the CO that changes were made to the quality control plan and system which resulted in the correction of those deficiencies. There will be no adjustment in the contract time, or payments to the Contractor for any impacts, delays or other costs due to any periods of work stoppage resulting from failure to comply with the requirements of this Section.

153.09 Measurement and Payment. Delete the text and substitute the following:

Measurement

153.09 Measure contractor quality control according to Subsection 109.02.

Payment

153.10 The accepted quantities will be paid at the contract price per unit of measurement for the Section 153 pay item listed in the bid schedule. Payment will be full compensation for the work prescribed in this Section. See Subsection 109.05.

Progress payments for Contractor quality control will be paid as follows:

(1) 25 percent of the item amount, not to exceed 0.5 percent of the original contract amount, will be paid after the contractor quality control plan is accepted; all testing facilities are in place; qualified quality control supervisor, inspection, and sampling and testing personnel are in position to provide quality control activities; and the work being inspected or tested has started.

(2) 65 percent of the total lump sum will be prorated for payment based on the completed portion of the total work not including the original 25 percent completed under (1) above.

(3) Payment of the remaining 10 percent of the lump sum will be paid when all inspections, test results, submittals, and reports are complete and accepted.

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Section 154. — CONTRACTOR SAMPLING AND TESTING

154.03 Sampling. Add the following:

Perform the initial curing of all concrete test cylinders. Provide for transporting the government verification cylinders to the FHWA-Central Federal Lands Highway’s Laboratory unless other testing facilities are authorized by the CO.

Label each concrete mold with the name and number of the Project, the cylinder number, date molded, location of the sample, and the test age (i.e. – 7, 14, or 28 days). Label the mold after casting and the cylinder after stripping to ensure the sample can be identified throughout the entire curing process. Provide the required cylinder molds.

154.04 Testing Add the following:

Where Process Control Sampling and Testing frequencies are identical to the Sampling, Testing, and Acceptance Tables at the end of each Section for all applicable work, the Process Control Samples may be used for acceptance.

154.04B Field Laboratory (Contractor-Furnished). Furnish a laboratory equipped with all test equipment necessary to satisfy the requirements of the contract.

The sampling and testing services of a commercial laboratory meeting or exceeding the requirements described herein may be used if all contract sampling and testing requirements are satisfied by the use of the commercial facility.

Ensure test equipment has been checked, calibrated, standardized and/or otherwise verified in accordance with AASHTO and ASTM standards by an individual qualified to do this work.

Ensure mobile laboratories receive 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 in 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 it take out-of-service until it is repaired or replaced and shown by subsequent inspection to perform as required. Maintain records documenting these inspections in the laboratory. Provide certification(s) stating the equipment conforms to testing requirements and provide evidence of current inspection.

The CO may require the Contractor to perform testing to demonstrate acceptable equipment and an acceptable level of technician competence. The CO may also check equipment and inspection records to verify condition. Repair or replace equipment not meeting applicable requirements.

Keep laboratory facilities clean and maintain equipment in proper working condition. Provide the CO unrestricted access to the laboratory for inspection and review.

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Section 155. — SCHEDULES FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

155.05 (f) Submission and approval. Add the following:

Submit electronic copy in both a PDF and 2007 Microsoft Project compatible formats. Format the size of paper copies and the PDF copy per direction of the CO.

155.06 Baseline Schedule Updates. Delete the second paragraph and substitute the following:

Unless previously approved by the CO, changes to the construction schedule for the work that is still to be completed, can only be changed with a Time Impact Analysis according to Subsection 108.03, and a Baseline Construction Schedule revision according to Subsection 155.07. Receipt of a baseline construction schedule update with negative float does not constitute agreement by the Government of the revised completion date.

Add the following:

(f) Working Schedule. At each construction progress meeting, provide the CO with a written summary detailing the work completed in the previous week and the proposed work activities for the following two weeks. Provide detail of proposed operations that will affect traffic flow, residents and businesses adjacent to the project. Provide the CO with a schedule revision if the written summary significantly differs from the baseline construction schedule or the latest construction schedule revision.

155.07 Baseline Schedule Revision. Delete the first paragraph and substitute the following:

Submit a time impact analysis when requesting approval of a baseline schedule revision.

Submitting a proposed baseline schedule revision is not considered a notification of delay or of other basis for change. Continue to submit monthly schedule updates according to Subsection

155.06 until a baseline construction schedule revision is approved.

Section 156. — PUBLIC TRAFFIC

Construction Requirements

156.05 Maintaining Roadways During Work.

(a) Add the following:

Do not construct diversions outside of the clearing limits or use alternate route detours without the approval of the CO.

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156.07 Limitations on Construction Operations.

(c) Delete the first sentence and substitute the following:

For alternate one-way traffic control, provide a minimum lane width of 10 feet (3 meters).

For two-way traffic, provide a minimum roadway width of 22 feet (6.7 meters).

(i) Delete the text and substitute the following:

At the Brainard Lake Bridge (Option X):

The bridge may be closed to public access from October 20th to June 28th. During the closure place fencing and barricades to prevent public access. During all other times of year, maintain a 6 feet-wide path across the bridge for public access.

For Brainard Lake Road (Schedule A):

From October 20th to February 28th, at the CO’s sole discretion, the CO may allow the road to be closed to the public traffic when major work activities are occurring during the following times:

Monday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. to Noon

Do not delay public traffic during other times in this date range. Consolidate operations to the greatest extent possible.

From March 1st to June 28th, when work is being performed the road may be closed to the public traffic at all times.

During all other times of year, limit construction-caused delays to public traffic to a maximum of 60 minutes per passage through the project, Monday at 8:00 a.m. to Friday noon. With CO approval, establish set times when the public are allowed passage. One example of this is: “Westbound traffic will be allowed passage on-the-hour. Eastbound traffic will be allowed passage 15-minutes-past-the-hour.” After June 28th, do not delay traffic from Friday noon to Monday at 8:00 a.m.

For all areas (Schedule A and Option X):

Allow residents living within the project limits, USFS staff, USFS Concessionaire staff, Town of Ward staff, and Boulder County Staff to pass through the project with a maximum delay of 20 minutes at all times, regardless if the road is closed to public traffic. Allow emergency response vehicles to pass through the project at all times.

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Notify the CO of all closures or construction-caused delays to public traffic 14 days in advance of intended use. Notify the CO prior to suspending work. Designate a Public Information Officer (PIO). The PIO is to prepare a stakeholder list and inform the stakeholders of public traffic delays and closures before and during project work.

Add the following:

(k) Limit the length of area affected as approved by the CO. See Subsection 108.01 for limitations on work.

Section 157. — SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

157.04 General. Add the following:

Do not designate the project superintendent as the Erosion Control Supervisor.

Section 201. — CLEARING AND GRUBBING

Construction Requirements

201.04 Clearing. Add the following:

(e) For conifers greater than 12” Diameter at breast height (DBH), leave at least 15 feet of the bole attached to the root wad and push over entirely.

(f) Protect existing trees and other vegetation indicated to remain in place, against unnecessary cutting, breaking, or skinning of roots, skinning and bruising of bark, smothering of trees by stockpiling construction materials or excavated materials within drip line, excess foot or vehicular traffic, or parking of vehicles within drip line.

(g) Clearing, cutting, and trimming methods shall not cause bark damage to standing timber.

201.06 Disposal. Delete the first sentence and replace with the following:

(a) Aspens and brush, regardless of size, are to be considered waste and removed from the project.

(b) Conifers that are less than 6” Diameter at breast height (DBH) are to be considered waste and removed from the project.

(c) For conifers between 6” DBH and 12” DBH conduct the following:

(1) Remove limbs, stumps, and the top of tree starting at 6” diameter. Treat as slash and remove from the project site.

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(2) Buck the bole of the tree into 10’ or 20’ lengths, as measured from the large end.

Transport and stack neatly per the following:

i. For trees cleared between Stations 10+00 and 60+00, stack in area as directed by the CO. The location will be identified at the prework meeting.

The area will be within 10 miles of the project site.

ii. For trees cleared between Stations 60+00 and 145+25, stack in the Town of Ward ball field as directed by the CO.

iii. Stacks are to be no larger than 20’ long by 20’ wide and 10’ high.

(d) For conifers greater than 12” DBH conduct the following:

(1) Leave the root wad attached.

(2) Remove limbs, and the top of tree starting at 6” diameter. Treat as slash and remove from the project site.

(3) Buck the bole of the tree into 15’ lengths, as measured from the base of the bole.

Transport and stack neatly per the following:

i. For trees cleared between Stations 10+00 and 60+00, stack in area as directed by the CO. The location will be identified at the prework meeting.

The area will be within 25 miles of the project site.

ii. For trees cleared between Stations 60+00 and 145+25, stack in the Town of Ward ball field as directed by the CO

iii. Stacks are to be no larger than 15’ long by 20’ wide and 10’ high.

Measurement

201.08 Add the following:

When measuring clearing and grubbing by the acre (hectare) or square yard (square meter), measure on a plane parallel to the ground surface.

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Section 202. – ADDITIONAL CLEARING AND GRUBBING

202.04 Selective Clearing Add the following:

Notify the CO of the following:

(a) Trees outside of the clearing limits with major roots exposed by construction.

(b) Conifers outside of the clearing limits whose dripline edge will be within an area of fill.

(c) Trees that appear to have a structural defect that are outside of the clearing limits but are within 75’ of the proposed edge of roadway.

When directed by the CO to proceed, clear the tree(s) according to Section 201.

Section 203. — REMOVAL OF STRUCTURES AND OBSTRUCTIONS

203.04 Removing Material.

(c) Concrete removal in repair areas.