A06_Rv_7.24.2017_Exhibit_2_Specifications.pdf

United States Fish and Wildlife Service

Hart Mountain NWR and Sheldon NAR

United States Fish and Wildlife Service

Prepared by:

Division of

Engineering, Region 1

April 14, 2017 Revised July 24, 2017

Hart Mtn. Sheldon Shop

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01000 General Information and Requirements 01030 Base Bid and Alternates

DIVISION 2: EXISTING CONDITIONS - SITE WORK

02230 Site Clearing 02300 Earthwork 02630 Storm Drainage 02751 Cement Concrete Pavement 02764 Pavement Joint Sealants

DIVISION 3: CONCRETE

03100 Structural Concrete 03300 Cast-In-Place Concrete

DIVISION 6: WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06100 Rough Carpentry 06200 Finish Carpentry

DIVISION 7: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07210 Rigid Building Insulation

DIVISION 13: SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13340 Metal Building Systems

DIVISION 26: ELECTRICAL

26010 Basic Electrical Requirements 26050 Basic Materials and Methods 26400 Service and Distribution 26500 Lighting

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SECTION 01000 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. Description of Work: The work to be performed under this contract consists of furnishing all labor, equipment, materials, and supplies to construct the following major building components and site improvements: (see section 01030 for base bid and alternates).

1. Paved and Gravel Roadways, Walks, and Parking Areas.

2. Utilities.

3. Maintenance Shop with storage mezzanine, toilet room, storage and office.

4. Vehicle wash bay.

B. Location: The Refuge is located on Hart Mountain, northeast of Lakeview, Oregon.

C. Inquiries: All inquiries regarding the work should be directed to the Contracting Officer=s

Technical Representative (COTR) at US Fish and Wildlife Service, Portland, Oregon.

503.231.2089.

D. Applicable Codes: In instances where these specifications do not state exact materials or methods of construction, the applicable minimum requirements of the 2003 International Building Code (IBC) shall apply. Also conform with the 1997 National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 101 Life Safety Code, and the Occupational Safety & Health Association (OSHA) guidelines.

E. Survey Datum: Elevation bench marks and survey control points are shown on the drawings and shall be established by the Owner. If any Government-established reference point or bench mark is disturbed or destroyed, the Contractor shall replace it to the original line and grade at his own expense. From these elevations and control points, the Contractor shall furnish all additional stakes, marks and templates required for the performance and completion of the work. The Contractor shall provide a Land Surveyor, licensed in the State of Oregon, for construction staking. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility of the accuracy of the measurements and controls provided by them.

The Engineer reserves the right to verify the grades and locations shown on the plans shall be corrected by the Contractor at no cost to the Owner.

F. Pre-bid Conference: All bidders must attend this on-site meeting. Bidders will have an opportunity to ask questions regarding the bid documents, and inspect the project site firsthand. Please familiarize yourself with the bid documents prior to attending. The date and time of this meeting and site inspection is given on Government Standard Form 1442.

G. Pre-construction Conference: The Contractor shall, upon notification by the Government, be required to attend a preconstruction conference. The purpose of the preconstruction conference is to discuss, among other considerations, the responsibility of the successful bidder and his Subcontractors in the prosecution and progress of the work. The preconstruction conference, if any, will be held within five (5) working days from Contract Award.

1.2 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Standard Government Forms, Drawings, Specification, Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses, made a part of the Contract are essential parts thereof and the requirements in one are as binding as though contained in all. They are intended to be mutually supplementary to describe and provide for a complete work.

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B. The List of Drawings is in Section 00860.

C. All discrepancies in the Drawing shall be brought to the attention of the COTR for resolution. In the event of conflict or discrepancy among the Contract Documents, interpretations will be based on the following:

1. Addenda, with those of later date having precedence over those of earlier date.

2. Solicitation or Contract.

3. Drawings and Specifications: Blueprints shall not be scaled to obtain missing or conflicting dimensions. The Contractor shall keep a check on dimensions and details as the work progresses and any errors or discrepancies discovered shall be promptly reported to the COTR for resolution.

D. Copies of Drawings and Specifications

1. Reduced size (11" x 17") drawings and specifications are furnished with the Invitation for Bids.

Two (2) full size (24" x 36") drawing sets will also be furnished to participating bidders upon request from the CO.

2. Full size (24" x 36") drawing sets and specifications will be furnished to the Contractor in reasonable number to perform the construction work in a satisfactory manner.

E. The geotechnical engineering report, dated June 16, 2005 by Ash Creek Associates, Inc., is a part of the contract documents by reference is available from the COTR.

1.3 REFERENCED SPECIFICATIONS AND STANDARDS

A. Referenced Specifications and Standards:

1. For products or workmanship specified by Referenced Specification or Standard, comply with requirements of the Specification or Standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by governing codes.

2. Should Referenced Specification or Standard conflict with Contract Documents request clarification from COTR before proceeding with work.

3. Contractual relationships of parties of Contract shall not be altered from those described on the Contract Documents by mention or inference in Referenced Specification or Standards.

4. Except where a specific date is specified, the date of the Referenced Specification or Standard is that in effect as of the Bid Opening date.

5. Obtain a copy of all Referenced Specifications and Standards, and maintain a job site during the specific work until completion of the project.

1.4 REFERENCED REGULATORY AGENCIES

AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

444 North Capital Street, N.W.

Washington, D.C. 20001

ANSI American National Standards Institute

1430 Broadway New York, NY 10018

(212) 345-3300

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ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials 1916 Race Street Philadelphia, PA 19103

(215) 299-5400

CPSC Consumer Product Safety Commission

National Injury Information Clearinghouse 5401 Westbard Avenue, Room 625 Washington, D.C. 20207

(301) 492-6580

CS Commercial Standards of the Commodities Division of the Department of Commerce

Washington, D.C. 20006

FM Factory Mutual Engineering and Research Corporation 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike Norwood, MA 02062

(617) 762-4300

Fed Spec Federal Specifications of the United States General Services Administration

Specifications and Consumer Information Distribution Section (WF SIS) Washington Navy Yard, Building 197 Washington, D.C. 20407

NBFU National Bureau of Fire Underwriters

85 John Street New York, NY 10017

NBS National Bureau of Standards

U.S. Department of Commerce Quince Orchard and Clopper Roads Gaithersburg, MD 20878

NEC National Electrical Code

Published by National Fire Protection Association (see NFPA below)

NFPA National Fire Protection Association Battery March Park Quincy, MA 02269

(617) 770-3000

PS Product Standards of the Commodities Division of the Department of Commerce

Washington, D.C. 20203

UBS Uniform Building Code Published by International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) 5360 South Workman Mill Road Whittier, CA 90601

(213) 699-0541

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UBC Std Uniform Building code Standards, Volume III Published by ICBO (see UBC above)

UMC Uniform Medical Code published by ICBO (see UBC above)

USAS United States of America Standards Institute Now known as ANSI (see ANSI above)

UL Underwriters Laboratories

333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook, IL 60062

(312) 272-8800

1.5 REQUIRED SUBMITTALS

A. Construction Schedule: The Contractor shall furnish the CO his proposed Work Project Schedule within 15 days after award of contract. He shall also advise the CO of revisions of the schedule as modifications may become necessary, or as may be required after commencement of work. Such outlines and revisions shall be in sufficient detail to enable the CO to judge as to the adequacy of the Contractor=s operations and to anticipate such conditions as may tend to impair or retard the progress and completion of the Work.

B. Payment Schedule: The Contractor shall furnish the CO a detailed payment schedule within 15 days of award of the Contract. This schedule shall be based upon the Contract Bidding Schedule but with sufficient additional detail to allow accurate calculation of the Monthly Progress Payment. Lump sum bid items shall be broken down into their component parts, i.e., mobilization, bond and insurance, excavation, backfill, forming, metalwork, concrete work, etc. with a cost figure for each. The list of component parts would vary depending upon the type of contract and the above list shall not be construed as complete or incomplete.

C. As-built drawings: One (1) complete set of blueline prints will be furnished to Contractor for use as a mark-up set. Keep this set on the job site and record changes and accurately located capped utilities and other subsurface structural, electrical, and mechanical conditions to the Contract Documents with red pencil. Submit these marked-up blueline print as-built documents to the COTR at the completion of the project.

D. Operation and Maintenance Instructions: The Contractor shall furnish to the COTR three (3) complete bound sets of typewritten or printed operation and maintenance instructions for all electrical and mechanical equipment. Each set shall contain manufacturer=s specifications, operation and performance and dimensional data. Sets shall be neatly segregated, indexed and labeled.

E. Shop Drawings: Submit newly prepared information drawn accurately to scale. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise indicate deviations from the Contract Documents. Shop Drawings include fabrication and installation drawings, setting diagrams, schedules, patterns, templates and similar drawings. Include the following information:

1. Dimensions

2. Identification of products and materials included by sheet and detail number

3. Compliance with specified standards

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4. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8 2" x 11", but no larger than 36" x 24".

5. Submittal: Submit three (3) blue- or black-line prints fro the CO=s review. The CO will return one print.

6. Do not use Shop Drawings without an appropriate final stamp indicating action taken.

F. Product Data: Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each element of construction or system. Product Data includes printed information, such as manufacturer=s installation instructions, catalog cuts, standard color charts, roughing-in diagrams and templates, standard wiring diagrams, and performance curves.

1. Mark each copy to show applicable choices and options. Where printed Product Data includes information on several products that are not required, mark copies to indicate the applicable information. Include the following information:

a. Manufacturer=s printed recommendations

b. Compliance with trade association standards

c. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards

d. Application of testing agency labels and seals

e. Notation of dimensions verified by field measurements.

2. Do not submit Product Data until compliance with requirements of the Contract Documents has been confirmed.

G. Samples: Submit full-size, fully fabricated Samples cured and finished as specified and physically identical with the material or product proposed. Samples include partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components, cuts or containers of materials, color range sets, and swatches showing color, texture, and pattern.

1. Mount or display Samples in the manner to facilitate review of qualities indicated. Prepare

Samples to match the CO=s sample.

a. Product name or name of the manufacturer

b. Compliance with recognized standards.

2. Submittals: Except for Samples illustrating assembly details, workmanship, fabrication techniques, connections, operation, and similar characteristics, submit three (3) sets. The CO will return one set marked with the action taken.

H. Quality Assurance Submittals: Submit quality-control submittals, including design data, certifications, manufacturer=s instructions, manufacturer=s field reports, and other quality-control submittals as required under other Sections of the Specifications.

1.6 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. The COTR will schedule regular periodic meetings, approximately two (2) per month. Additional meetings may be held as required by progress of the work. The meetings shall be held at the project field office of the Contractor, or as otherwise indicated in the meeting notice. Attendees shall include:

1. CO and COTR and their representatives as needed

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2. Architect and Design Team members as needed

3. Contractor and his representatives as needed

4. Sub-contractors as appropriate to the agenda

5. Suppliers as appropriate to the agenda

6. Others, as deemed appropriate by the Contractor or CO.

B. At each meeting the suggested agenda is as follows:

1. Review and approval of previous meeting minutes

2. Review of work progress since previous meeting

3. Field observations, problems, conflicts and decisions

4. Problems which impede Construction Schedule

5. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules

6. Corrective measures and procedures to regain projected schedule

7. Revisions to Construction Schedule

8. Plan progress and schedule during succeeding work period

9. Coordination of schedules

10. Review submittal schedule and expedite as required

11. Maintenance of quality standards

12. Project Environmental Goals and Waste Management Plan

13. Review proposed changes for effect on Construction Schedule, completion date, and other project contracts

14. Other business.

1.7 TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

A. Testing laboratory services shall be provided as described in the Technical Specifications and as described herein. The independent laboratory selected by CO shall meet ARecommended Requirements for Independent Laboratory Qualification,@ latest edition, published by American Council of Independent Laboratories, 1725 K Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036.

B. Costs for testing services shall be paid as follows:

1. Paid by Owner: Testing laboratory services specified, except for cast-in-place concrete. For special inspections of concrete and structural welding specified in UBC.

2. Paid by Contractor: Re-inspections and re-testing required because of defective work or ill-timed notices. Testing specified for cast-in-place concrete.

C. Contractor=s Responsibilities:

1. Cooperate with laboratory personnel, provide access to work and to manufacturer=s operations.

2. Notify laboratory at least 24 hours in advance of operations to allow for personnel assignments and test scheduling.

3. Repair any test holes to match original condition.

4. Furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate inspections and tests.

5. Take adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing or assist the agency in taking samples.

6. Provide facilities for storage and curing of test samples.

7. Deliver samples to testing laboratories.

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D. Testing for earthwork density:

1. Method: Nuclear Gauge

2. Provide test for each layer of fill and backfill placed in any one (1) day, for pavement beds in cuts if any, and for any other earthwork construction which will support finished surfaces or structures.

E. Testing for asphalt pavement placed in any one (1) day:

1. Compacted base rock thickness

2. Compacted base rock field density using nuclear gauge

3. Asphalt temperature during placement

4. Compacted asphalt thickness

5. Compacted asphalt field density using nuclear gauge.

F. Testing for cast-in-place concrete:

1. Follow ASTM C-143 and C-172 for slump test.

2. Prepare slump test from same batch as that employed in preparing strength test specimens, unless otherwise directed.

3. If measured slump falls outside specified limits, retest immediately from another portion of the same load. In event of second failure, concrete shall be considered as failing specifications requirements and not be used.

4. Follow ASTM C-31, C-39, and C-172 for compressive strength test.

5. Prepare not less than four (4) test cylinders for each 100 cu. yds. or less for each strength of concrete cast in any one (1) day.

6. Test break two (2) cylinders at 7 days of age, and unless otherwise directed break remainder at 28 days.

7. If any one (1) set of two (2) cylinders does not develop full design strength at 28 days of age, cores and load-testing costs shall be paid by Contractor.

8. Follow ASTM C-231 for air-content test.

9. Test each cylinder containing air entrianment.

1.8 CONSTRUCTION SUPPORT

A. Utility Services and Construction Support Facilities: The Contractor shall furnish all facilities and utilities needed for his operations under this contract, including all temporary heat, light, power, water, telephone, sanitary facilities and job offices and shops.

B. Access to Site: Hours of operations shall be from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday excluding holidays, unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer (O.C.) Access to the work from existing roads shall be provided by the Contractor at his own expense. The Government assumes no responsibility for the condition or maintenance of any road or structure thereon that may be used by the Contractor in performing the work under these specifications or in traveling to and from the site of the work. No payment will be made to the Contractor by the Government for any work done in improving, repairing, or maintaining any road or structure thereon for use in the performance of the work under these specifications. Roads subject to interference by the work shall be kept open. Public roads shall be kept clean and free of obstructions.

C. Protection of Property: The Contractor shall not enter upon private property for any purpose without first obtaining permission from the owner or his duly authorized representative. The Contractor shall be responsible for the preservation of all public and private property along and adjacent to the designated limits of the work area, and use every precaution necessary to prevent damage or injury

01000 - 8 thereto. The Contractor shall exercise due care in preventing, and shall be responsible for damages to structures of all kinds, whether owned by the Government or privately, and shall protect from disturbance or damage all land monuments until they have been referenced by a land surveyor.

D. Construction Staging Area: Contractor to coordinate location with Contracting Officer (C.O.) Location for construction staging area will be provided on-site in area to be determined in field by Contractor with Contracting Officer (C.O.). Contracting Officer (C.O.) to approve.

E. Protection of Environment:

1. All contract operations shall be conducted within compliance of all federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. This condition applies to, but is not limited to, laws and regulations governing noise levels, air and water quality standards, and cultural resources.

Compliance with cultural resources requirements will be approved by the Regional Archaeologist, designated elsewhere in this contact.

2. If the Contractor fails or refuses to promptly comply with the requirements of subparagraph A.

above, the CO or COTR shall notify the Contractor of any non-compliance and indicate to the Contractor the action to be taken. The Contractor shall, after receipt of such notice, immediately correct the conditions to which attention has been directed. Such notice, either oral or written, when served on the Contractor or his representative at the jobsite shall be deemed sufficient.

3. In the event the Contractor fails to or refuses to promptly comply with the compliance directive, the CO may issue an order to suspend all or any part of the work.

4. When satisfactory corrective action has been taken, an order to resume work will be issued.

The Contractor shall not be entitled to any extension of time, not to any claim for damage or to excess costs by reason of either the directive or the suspension order.

F. Additional Safety Requirement: In addition to the Safety and Health requirement of clause 52.236 of

Part 2, Section I of the Contract, roll-over protection and seat belts required by 29 CFR 1926 shall be extended to include equipment regardless of year of manufacture.

1.9 ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS FOR THE PROJECT

A. The Owner has established the following environmental goals for the Project. These goals are general in nature; refer to specific specification sections for more detailed requirements. Notify COTR if conflicts arise between performance of the work and environmental goals. Suggestions and input from the Contractor for implementing these goals are encouraged.

1. Use resources efficiently:

a. Select materials that use resources efficiently.

b. Use construction practices that achieve the most efficient use of resources and materials.

c. Recycle or reuse job site waste.

d. Select recycled-content materials.

e. Select materials that can be recycled.

2. Avoid scarce, irreplaceable, or endangered resources:

a. Select materials from abundant, well-managed resources.

b. Select materials that are replaceable, renewable, or can be replenished.

c. Select materials that minimize damage to natural habitats.

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3. Use durable materials:

a. Select materials with the longest usable life.

b. Select materials that can be reused.

c. Select materials with the least burdensome maintenance requirements.

4. Create spaces that are healthy for occupants:

a. Select low-toxic products and materials.

b. Select materials without toxic maintenance requirements.

c. Specify mechanical equipment that will provide fresh air and will not trap water or pollutants.

5. Use energy efficiently:

a. Select materials with low embodied energy.

b. Select materials that save energy during building operations.

c. Select products and equipment that save energy during building operations.

6. Use water efficiently:

a. Use construction practices that achieve the most efficient use of water.

b. Select water-conserving appliances and equipment

c. Landscape for water conservation.

d. Capture and utilize rainwater.

7. Select materials that generate the least amount of pollution. Consider pollution and toxins generated during harvesting, mining, manufacturing, transport, installation, use, and disposal.

8. Protect and restore natural habitats.

B. Environmental Goals Implementation: The Contractor shall designate an on-site party responsible for instructing workers and overseeing the Environmental Goals of the Project. The Contractor shall distribute copies of the Environmental Goals to the Job-Site Foreman, each Subcontractor, and the Owner.

1.10 WASTE MANAGEMENT GOALS FOR THE PROJECT

A. The Owner has established that this Project shall minimize the creation of construction and demolition waste on the job site. Factors that contribute to waste, such as over-packaging, ordering error, poor planning, improper storage, breakage, mishandling, and contamination shall be minimized. Of the inevitable waste that is generated, as many of the waste materials as economically feasible shall be reused, salvaged, or recycled. Waste disposal in landfills shall be minimized.

B. Diversion Goals: A minimum 70% of total Project waste shall be diverted from landfills. The following waste categories, at minimum, shall be diverted from landfills:

1. Land-clearing debris

2. Clean dimensional wood, pallet wood

3. Plywood, OSB, and particle board

4. Concrete

5. Bricks

6. Concrete Masonry Units (CMUs)

7. Asphaltic concrete

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8. Cardboard, paper, packaging

9. Asphalt roofing shingles

10. Metals

11. Gypsum drywall (unpainted)

12. Paint

13. Glass

14. Plastics

15. Carpet and pad

16. Beverage containers

C. Related Sections: Section 02050 - Demolition/Dismantling/Salvage

D. Waste Management Plan: Prior to any waste removal, the Contractor shall submit to the Owner a

Waste Management Plan. The Plan shall contain the following:

1. Designation of the party who will implement the plan

2. Analysis of the estimated job-site waste to be generated, including types and quantities (use

Appendix A - Waste Material Estimating Sheet)

3. Proposed Alternatives to Landfilling: a list of each material planned to be salvaged or recycled during the course of the Project and the proposed destination of each material (use Appendix - Waste Material Estimating Sheet).

E. Progress Reports: Submit a quarterly Waste Management Progress Report. The report shall contain the following information:

1. Project title, name of company completing report, and dates of period covered in report

2. Amount (in tons or cubic yards) of material landfilled from the Project and identity of the landfill

3. For each material recycled or salvaged from the Project, provide the following:

a. Amount (in tons or cubic yards)

b. Date(s) removed from the job site

c. Receiving party

d. Cost: Bin rental, hauling, and facility fees.

4. Include legible copies of on-site logs, manifests, weight tickets, and receipts. Manifest shall be from recycling and/or disposal site operators who can legally accept materials for the purpose of reuse, recycling, or disposal.

5. Project Meetings: Waste management plans and implementation shall be discussed at the following meetings:

6.

a. Pre-bid meeting

b. Pre-construction meetings

c. Regular job site meetings.

1.11 CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION

A. Authority of the COTR for technical contract administration and inspection of the work is limited to the following functions:

1. Inspect and accept or reject work and materials including approval or disapproval of material submittals and shop drawings.

2. Insure compliance with all technical contract terms and conditions.

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3. Clarify specifications and drawings where clarification does not involve contract cost or time.

Any disagreements with the Contractor over clarification of specifications and drawings are to be immediately referred to the CO.

4. Verify, prepare, and recommend payment estimates on progress payments; forward to the CO for approval.

5. Conduct ALabor Standards Interview@ in accordance with instructions from the CO. All known or suspected violations of the Labor Standards Provisions shall be reported immediately to the

CO.

6. Enforce safety requirements in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulations and Technical Specifications.

B. The COTR is not authorized to take the following actions, all of which remain the sole responsibility of the CO:

1. Make changes to the contract provisions, period of performance, or change any contract terms or conditions.

2. Make decisions concerning any claims and disputes under this contract.

C. Close liaison will be maintained by COTR, CO, and Contractor. The COTR shall notify the CO immediately of any problems encountered, including but not restricted to maintaining completion schedules.

D. Authority of the Inspector: An inspector employed by the Government will assist the COTR in making inspections, measurements, and will enforce strict compliance with the terms of the Contract:

1. The Inspector shall have free access to the job site at all times while construction is in progress, and the Contractor shall furnish such information and assistance as may be necessary.

2. The Inspector shall, on a daily basis, record the work being accomplished, the trades working, materials delivered and/or installed, reasons for delays, and other pertinent information.

3. The Inspector may reject unsuitable materials or work not performed in accordance with the terms of the contract until the situation has been referred to an d resolved by the COTR and/or

CO.

4. The Inspector shall observe that all construction is performed in conformance with the contract health and safety requirements.

5. The Inspector shall conduct wage rate interviews and report suspected labor standard violations to Contracting and General Services.

6. The Inspector shall check and verify the Contractor=s progress payment requests, if progress payments have been included in the contract.

7. No decision or instructions of an Inspector will at any time relieve the Contractor from the responsibility of complying fully with all the requirements of the contract. In cases of difference arising between an Inspector and the Contractor or his agent, appeal shall be taken to the

COTR.

8. Inspectors are not authorized to waive or alter in any respect any of the terms or requirements of the contract, to make additional requirements, to grant extensions of time or delays, or to waive forfeitures. The Contractor shall not be entitled to payment for any work improperly performed with or without the Inspector=s approval.

E. Performance of work by Contractor:

1. The Contractor=s procedure and methods of construction may, in general, be of his own choosing, provided they follow best general practice and are calculated to secure results which will satisfy the requirements of these specifications.

2. The Contractor shall furnish the COTR all reasonable facilities for obtaining such information as he may desire respecting the character of the materials and the progress of the work. The

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Contractor shall furnish information to include the number of men employed, their pay, the time they worked, and other elements of cost at the request of the COTR.

F. Payments: Payments for work performed by the Contractor shall be made in accordance with the provisions of Clause 52.232-05 of Part 2, Section I of the Contract.

G. Delivery, Storage, and Handling: Contractor shall receive, unload, store in a secure dry place, and deliver from storage to the site all materials and equipment required for the performance of the work.

The storage facilities and methods of storing shall be designed to keep such materials and equipment in a new condition, free from deterioration and protected from damage by weather or construction activities. Such facilities and methods are subject to the CO=s approval and the CO shall have the right to inspect all storage facilities and stored materials and equipment at reasonable times. Materials and equipment subject to degradation by outside exposure or the elements, such as mechanical equipment, building insulation, gypsum wallboard, or casework, etc., shall be suitably stored by Contractor in an indoor weather tight enclosure provided by the Contractor. Contractor shall keep complete and accurate records of all materials and equipment received, stored, and delivered for use in the work. Such records shall be made available for inspection by the CO.

1.12 CONTRACT COMPLETION

A. Clean up: Rubbish shall not be allowed to accumulate on the job site and the Contractor shall collect and remove, periodically and when requested to by COTR, such rubbish and debris incident to the execution of the contract as, in the opinion of the COTR, may be undesirable or disfiguring on the premises. Upon completion of the work, the Contractor shall remove from the vicinity thereof all plant, building, unused materials, concrete forms, rubbish, and other materials belonging to him or used under his direction during construction. Sweep all floors broom clean, clean all windows, and fixtures, etc., to a new looking appearance to the satisfaction of the COTR. In the event of the Contractor=s failure to do so, the Government reserves the right to do the clean-up itself and backcharge the Contractor for the expense of having it done.

B. Final Inspection and Punch List: The Contractor shall notify the COTR at least ten (10) days prior to the anticipated date of completion of all work specified in the contract. The contractor shall prepare a preliminary Punch List of known work remaining at that time. The COTR shall conduct a Final Inspection and produce a Final Punch List of work remaining incomplete or unsatisfactorily accomplished per the Contract.

C. Acceptance and Final Payment: Final acceptance is the allowance of final estimates by the CO. The

COTR shall certify to the CO that the contract is complete and include with the certification the amount of the final payment due the Contractor. All progress or partial payments made prior to the final payment are subject to correction in the final estimate and payment.

D. Release of Claims: After completion of the work, and prior to final payment, the Contractor shall furnish to the CO a release of claims Form DI-137, properly executed by the Contractor, releasing claims against the United States arising out of the Contract, other than claims specifically excepted from the operation of the release.

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1.13 ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND HISTORICAL DISCOVERIES

A. The Contractor shall immediately stop work if paleontological, archaeological or historical remains

(including burials or skeletal material) are encountered during performance of this Contract. The Contractor shall promptly notify the Inspector, COTR, or CO.

B. After receiving such notification, the CO will contact the Regional Archaeologist so that the provisions of 36 CFR 800.7 (Resources Discovered During Construction) and other relevant laws are followed. Work will cease in the immediate vicinity until permitted by written order from the CO.

The Contractor may proceed with work in other areas as approved by the Regional Archaeologist.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01030 BASE BID AND ALTERNATES

1.1 BASE BID

A. Includes all work described in the Statement of Work, included in the Specifications, all governmental approval fees, all building permit fees, and utility connection related fees.

1.2 ACCEPTANCE OF ALTERNATIVES

A. Alternatives quoted on Bid Forms will be reviewed and accepted or rejected at US Fish and

Wildlife Service’s option. Accepted alternatives will be identified in the Owner-Contractor Agreement.

B. Coordinate related work and modify surrounding work to integrate the work of each alternative.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATIVES

A. Alterative No. 1 – Add 40’x20’ bay(s) to increase size of building(s) up to 4,000 SF.

B. Alternative No. 2 – Add 3’x4’ metal windows up to 12

1.4 ACCEPTANCE OF OPTIONS

A. Options quoted on Bid Forms will be reviewed and exercised within period of performance on the contract.

B. Exercised Options will be identified and made part of the contract though a contract Modification.

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SECTION 02230 SITE CLEARING

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

02230 Site Clearing 02300 Earthwork 02630 Storm Drainage 02751 Cement Concrete Pavement 02764 Pavement Joint Sealants

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. N/A

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Pre-Work Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to comply with requirements in Division 1

Section 01000, 1.06 "Project Meetings."

1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Traffic: Minimize interference with adjoining roads, streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities during site-clearing operations.

1. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without permission from Government and authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Utility Locator Service: Notify utility locator service for area where Project is located before site clearing.

C. Do not commence site clearing operations until temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures are in place.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Protect and maintain benchmarks and survey control points from disturbance during construction.

B. Protect existing site improvements to remain from damage during construction.

1. Restore damaged improvements to their original condition, as acceptable to Contracting

Officer.

3.2 TEMPORARY EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL

A. Provide temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways, according to requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Inspect, repair, and maintain erosion and sedimentation control measures during construction until permanent vegetation has been established.

C. Remove erosion and sedimentation controls and restore and stabilize areas disturbed during removal.

3.3 UTILITIES

A. Contractor will coordinate disconnecting and sealing indicated utilities that serve existing structures before site clearing.

B.

1. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped before proceeding with site clearing.

C. Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off utilities indicated to be removed.

1. Arrange with utility companies to shut off indicated utilities.

D. Existing Utilities: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

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

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Contracting Officer's written permission.

E. Excavate for and remove underground utilities indicated to be removed or relocated.

F. Removal of underground utilities is included in Division 2 Sections covering site utilities.

3.4 CLEARING AND GRUBBING

A. Site Clearing.

1. Reduced Site Distance: Establish clearly marked boundaries (i.e., 40 feet beyond building perimeter, 5 feet beyond roadway curbs and walkways, 25 feet beyond paving areas).

2. Site Prep: Do not apply herbicides or pesticides during site prep.

B. Fill depressions caused by clearing and grubbing operations with satisfactory soil material unless further excavation or earthwork is indicated.

1. Place fill material in horizontal layers not exceeding a loose depth of 8 inches, and compact each layer to a density equal to adjacent original ground.

3.5 SITE IMPROVEMENTS

A. Remove existing above- and below-grade improvements as indicated and as necessary to facilitate new construction.

3.6 DISPOSAL

A. Disposal: Remove surplus soil material, unsuitable topsoil, obstructions, demolished materials, and waste materials including trash and debris, and legally dispose of them off Government's property.

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SECTION 02300 EARTHWORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and Specification Sections 01000, apply to this

Section.

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Preparing subgrades for slabs-on-grade walks and pavements.

2. Excavating and backfilling for buildings and structures.

3. Drainage course for slabs-on-grade.

4. Subbase course for concrete walks and pavements.

5. Subsurface drainage backfill for walls and trenches.

6. Excavating and backfilling for utility trenches.

7. Excavating and backfilling trenches for buried mechanical and electrical utilities and pits for buried utility structures.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 2 Section "Site Clearing" for temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures, site stripping, grubbing, stripping and stockpiling topsoil, and removal of above- and below-grade improvements and utilities.

2. Division 2 Section "Subdrainage" for drainage of foundations, slabs-on-grade, and walls.

3. Divisions 2, 15, and 16 Sections for installing underground mechanical and electrical utilities and buried mechanical and electrical structures.

A. Backfill: Soil material or crushed rock material indicated used to fill an excavation.

1. Initial Backfill: Backfill placed beside and over pipe in a trench, including haunches to support sides of pipe.

2. Final Backfill: Backfill placed over initial backfill to fill a trench.

B. Bedding Course: Course placed over the excavated subgrade in a trench before laying pipe.

C. Borrow Soil: Satisfactory soil imported from off-site for use as fill or backfill.

D. Drainage Course: Course supporting the slab-on-grade that also minimizes upward capillary flow of pore water.

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E. Excavation: Removal of material encountered above subgrade elevations and to lines and dimensions indicated.

1. Authorized Additional Excavation: Excavation below subgrade elevations or beyond indicated lines and dimensions as directed by Contracting Officer. Authorized additional excavation and replacement material will be paid for according to Contract provisions for changes in the Work.

2. Bulk Excavation: Excavation more than 10 fee in width and more than 30 feet in length.

3. Unauthorized Excavation: Excavation below subgrade elevations or beyond indicated lines and dimensions without direction by Contracting Officer. Unauthorized excavation, as well as remedial work directed by Contracting Officer, shall be without additional compensation.

F. Fill: Soil materials used to raise existing grades.

G. Rock: Rock material in beds, ledges, unstratified masses, conglomerate deposits, and boulders of rock material 1 cubic yard or more in volume that exceed a standard penetration resistance of 100 blows/2 inches when tested by an independent geotechnical testing agency, according to ASTM D 1586.

H. Structures: Buildings, footings, foundations, retaining walls, slabs, tanks, curbs, mechanical and electrical appurtenances, or other man-made stationary features constructed above or below the ground surface.

I. Subbase Course: Course placed between the subgrade and base course for hot-mix asphalt pavement, or course placed between the subgrade and a cement concrete pavement or a cement concrete or hot-mix asphalt walk.

J. Subgrade: Surface or elevation remaining after completing excavation, or top surface of a fill or backfill immediately below subbase, drainage fill, or topsoil materials.

K. Utilities: On-site underground pipes, conduits, ducts, and cables, as well as underground services within buildings.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For the following:

1. Geotextile.

B. Samples: 12-by-12-inch Sample of separation geotextile.

C. Material Test Reports: From a qualified testing agency indicating and interpreting test results for compliance of the following with requirements indicated:

1. Classification according to ASTM D 2487 of each borrow soil material proposed for fill and backfill.

2. Laboratory compaction curve according to ASTM D 1557 for each borrow soil material proposed for fill and backfill.

D. Preexcavation Photographs or Videotape: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements, including finish surfaces, that might be misconstrued as damage caused by earthwork operations. Submit before earthwork begins.

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1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Pre-Work Conference: Conduct conference at Project site to comply with requirements in Division 1

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Existing Utilities: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted in writing by Contracting Officer and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated.

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

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Contracting Officer's written permission.

3. Contact utility-locator service for area where Project is located before excavating.

B. Demolish and completely remove from site existing underground utilities indicated to be removed.

Coordinate with utility companies to shut off services if lines are active.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SOIL MATERIALS

A. General: Provide borrow soil materials when sufficient satisfactory soil materials are not available from excavations.

B. Subbase Material: Naturally or artificially graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand; ASTM D 2940; with at least 90 percent passing a 1-1/2-inch sieve and not more than 12 percent passing a No. 200 sieve.

C. Base Course: Naturally or artificially graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand; ASTM D 2940; with at least 95 percent passing a 1-1/2-inch sieve and not more than 8 percent passing a No. 200 sieve.

D. Engineered Fill: Naturally or artificially graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand, or 3/4-inches minus pit run.

E. Bedding Course: Naturally or artificially graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, crushed stone, and natural or crushed sand; ASTM D 2940; except with 100 percent passing a 1-inch sieve and not more than 8 percent passing a No. 200 sieve.

F. Drainage Course: Narrowly graded mixture of washed crushed stone, or crushed gravel;

ASTM D 448; coarse-aggregate grading Size 57; with 100 percent passing a 1-1/2-inch sieve and 0 to 5 percent passing a No. 8 sieve.

G. Filter Material: Narrowly graded mixture of natural or crushed gravel, or crushed stone;

ASTM D 448; coarse-aggregate grading Size 67; with 100 percent passing a 1-inch sieve and 0 to 5 percent passing a No. 4 sieve.

H. Sand: ASTM C 33; fine aggregate, natural, or manufactured sand.

I. On-Site Fill and Backfill

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1. Maximum Particle Size: 6 inches.

2. Soil Type: On site soils consisting of granular or nongranular soil and/or aggregate which is free of deleterious material and is nonplastic. Deleterious material includes wood, organic waste, coal, charcoal, or any other extraneous or objectionable material. The material shall be considered nonplastic if the percent by weight passing the U.S. No. 200 sieve does not exceed 15 percent, or if the soil fraction passing the U.S. No. 40 sieve cannot be rolled, at any moisture content, into a thread as prescribed in Section 4 of AASHTO Standard Test Designation T 90. If requested by the Contractor, the plasticity may be increased with the approval of the Contracting Officer if it is determined that an increased plasticity will be satisfactory for the specified embankment construction. The material shall not contain more than 3 percent organic material by weight.

3. Moisture Content: Within 2 percent of optimum moisture content at maximum dry density.

2.2 GEOTEXTILES

A. Subsurface Drainage Geotextile: Nonwoven needle-punched geotextile, manufactured for subsurface drainage applications, made from polyolefins or polyesters; with elongation greater than 50 percent; complying with AASHTO M 288 and the following, measured per test methods referenced:

1. Survivability: Class 2; AASHTO M 288.

2. Grab Tensile Strength: 157 lbf; ASTM D 4632.

3. Sewn Seam Strength: 142 lbf; ASTM D 4632.

4. Tear Strength: 56 lbf; ASTM D 4533.

5. Puncture Strength: 56 lbf; ASTM D 4833.

6. Apparent Opening Size: No. 400.425-mm sieve, maximum; ASTM D 4751.

7. Permittivity: 0.5 per second, minimum; ASTM D 4491.

8. UV Stability: 50 percent after 500 hours' exposure; ASTM D 4355.

B. Separation Geotextile: Woven geotextile fabric, manufactured for separation applications, made from polyolefins or polyesters; with elongation less than 50 percent; complying with AASHTO M 288 and the following, measured per test methods referenced:

1. Survivability: Class 2; AASHTO M 288.

2. Grab Tensile Strength: 247 lbf; ASTM D 4632.

3. Sewn Seam Strength: 222 lbf; ASTM D 4632.

4. Tear Strength: 90 lbf; ASTM D 4533.

5. Puncture Strength: 90 lbf; ASTM D 4833.

6. Apparent Opening Size: No. 600 sieve, maximum; ASTM D 4751.

7. Permittivity: 0.02 per second, minimum; ASTM D 4491.

8. UV Stability: 50 percent after 500 hours' exposure; ASTM D 4355.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

A. Warning Tape: Acid- and alkali-resistant polyethylene film warning tape manufactured for marking and identifying underground utilities, 6 inches wide and 4 mils thick, continuously inscribed with a description of the utility; colored as follows:

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B. Detectable Warning Tape: Acid- and alkali-resistant polyethylene film warning tape manufactured for marking and identifying underground utilities, a minimum of 6 inches wide and 4 mils thick, continuously inscribed with a description of the utility, with metallic core encased in a protective jacket for corrosion protection, detectable by metal detector when tape is buried up to 30 inches deep; colored as follows:

1. Red: Electric.

2. Yellow: Gas, oil, steam, and dangerous materials.

3. Orange: Telephone and other communications.

4. Blue: Water systems.

5. Green: Sewer systems.

A. Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities from damage caused by settlement, lateral movement, undermining, washout, and other hazards created by earthwork operations.

B. Preparation of subgrade for earthwork operations including removal of vegetation, topsoil, debris, obstructions, and deleterious materials from ground surface is specified in Division 2 Section "Site Clearing."

C. Protect and maintain erosion and sedimentation controls, which are specified in Division 2 Section

"Site Clearing," during earthwork operations.

3.2 DEWATERING

A. Prevent surface water and ground water from entering excavations, from ponding on prepared subgrades, and from flooding Project site and surrounding area.

B. Protect subgrades from softening, undermining, washout, and damage by rain or water accumulation.

1. Reroute surface water runoff away from excavated areas. Do not allow water to accumulate in excavations. Do not use excavated trenches as temporary drainage ditches.

2. Install a dewatering system to keep subgrades dry and convey ground water away from excavations. Maintain until dewatering is no longer required.

3.3 EXPLOSIVES

A. Explosives: Do not use explosives.

B. Explosives: Obtain written permission from authorities having…