FP-14_-_Twin_Falls_Tanker_Base_Parking_Lot_Reseal.docx

Table of Contents

Preface Preface_Twin Falls_03_07_2022

Delete all but the first paragraph and add the following:

The Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-14, is part of the contract and binding upon all parties to the contract. The Bureau of Land Management, US Department of Interior has adopted FP-14 for construction of Bureau of Land Management System Roads.

101 - Terms¸ Format¸ and Definitions 101.01_National_9_15_2016 Add the following paragraph to Subsection 101.01:

101.01 Meaning of Terms.

Delete all references to the TAR (Transportation Acquisition Regulations) in the specifications.

101.03_Coeur d’Alene_3_7_2022 Add the following to Subsection 101.03:

101.03 Abbreviations.

(a) Acronyms.

DIAR — Department of the Interior Acquisition Regulations AFPA — American Forest and Paper Association MSHA — Mine Safety and Health Administration NESC — National Electrical Safety Code WCLIB — West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau

(f) Miscellaneous unit abbreviations.

101.04_National_9_5_2018 Make the following changes to Subsection 101.04:

101.04 Definitions.

Delete these definitions and replace the following:

Bid Schedule — The Schedule of Items.

Contractor — The individual or legal entity contracting with the Government for performance of prescribed work. In a timber sale contract, the contractor is the “Purchaser”.

Drawings — (Public Works Contracts) Design sheets or fabrication, erection, or construction details submitted to the CO by the Contractor according to FAR Clause 52.236-21 Specifications and Drawings for Construction. Also refers to submissions and submittals.

Notice to Proceed — (Public Works Contracts) Written notice to the Contractor to begin the contract work.

Right-of-Way — A general term denoting (1) the privilege to pass over land in some particular line (including easement, lease, permit, or license to occupy, use, or traverse public or private lands), or (2) Real property necessary for the project, including roadway, buffer areas, access, and drainage areas.

Solicitation—(Public Works Contracts) The complete assembly of documents (whether attached or incorporated by reference) furnished to prospective bidders.

Add the following definitions:

Adjustment in Contract Price — “Equitable adjustment,” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “construction cost adjustment,” as used in the Timber Sale Contract, as applicable.

Change — “Change” means “change order” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “design change” as used in the Timber Sale Contract.

Bureau of Land Management — The United States of America, acting through the Bureau of Land Management, U.S. Department of Interior.

Neat Line — A line defining the proposed or specified limits of an excavation or structure.

Pioneer Road — Temporary construction access built along the route of the project.

Purchaser — The individual, partnership, joint venture, or corporation contracting with the Government under the terms of a Timber Sale Contract and acting independently or through agents, employees, or subcontractors.

Protected Streamcourse — A drainage shown on the plans or timber sale area map that requires designated mitigation measures.

Road Order — An order affecting and controlling traffic on roads under Bureau of Land Management jurisdiction. Road Orders are issued by a designated Forest Officer under the authorities of 36 CFR, part 260.

Shop Drawings — (Timber and Stewardship Contracts) Referred to as “Drawings” in FP-14, include drawings, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, lists or tables, performance and test data, and similar materials furnished by Purchaser to explain in detail specific portions of the work required by the contract.

Utilization Standards —The minimum size and percent soundness of trees described in Public Works contract specifications or Timber Sale and IRTC contract provisions to determine merchantable timber.

102 - Bid¸ Award¸ and Execution of Contract 102.00_National_9_15_2016

Delete Section 102 in its entirety.

Delete Section 102.

103 - Scope of Work 103.00_National_9_15_2016 Delete all of Section 103 except Subsection 103.01 Intent of Contract.

Delete Subsections 103.02, 103.03, 103.04, 103.05.

103.01_Twin Falls_4_2025 Add the following to Subsection 103.01 Intent of Contract:

103.01 Intent of Contract.

The work to be done under this contract includes repair of the north parking lot at the Twin Falls Tanker Base located at the Magic Valley Regional Airport.

General work item requirements include: Crack Sealing, Slurry Sealing and Pavement Marking.

104 - Control of Work 104.00_National_9_15_2016 Delete Subsections 104.01, 104.02, and 104.04.

Delete Subsections 104.01, 104.02, 104.04.

104.06_Coeur d’Alene_3_7_2022 Add the following to Subsection 104.06:

104.06 Use of Roads by Contractor.

The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management for all activities necessary to complete this contract, subject to the limitations and authorizations designated in the Road Order(s) or described in the contract, when such use will not damage the roads or land management resources, and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

106 - Acceptance of Work 106.01_National_7_18_2017 Delete Subsection 106.01 and replace with the following:

106.01 Conformity with Contract Requirements.

Follow the requirements of FAR Clause 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction.

References to standard test methods of AASHTO, ASTM, GSA, and other recognized standard authorities refer to the methods in effect on the date of solicitation for bids.

Perform all work to the lines, grades, cross-sections, dimensions, and processes or material requirements shown on the plans or specified in the contract.

Incorporate manufactured materials into the work according to the manufacturer’s recommendations or to these specifications, whichever is more strict.

Plan dimensions and contract specification values are the values to be strived for and complied with as the design values from which any deviations are allowed. Perform work and provide material that is uniform in character and reasonably close to the prescribed value or within the specified tolerance range. The purpose of a tolerance range is to accommodate occasional minor variations from the median zone that are unavoidable for practical reasons.

When standard manufactured items are specified (such as fence, wire, plates, rolled shapes, pipe conduits, etc., that are identified by gauge, unit mass, section dimensions, etc.), the identification will be considered to be nominal masses or dimensions. Unless specific contract tolerances are noted, established manufacturing tolerances will be accepted.

The Government may inspect, sample, or test all work at any time before final acceptance of the project. When the Government tests work, copies of test reports are furnished to the Contractor upon request. Government tests may or may not be performed at the work site. If Contractor testing and inspection is verified by the Government, the Contractor’s results may be used by the Government to evaluate work for acceptance. Do not rely on the availability of Government test results for process control.

Acceptable work conforming to the contract will be paid for at the contract unit bid price. Four methods of determining conformity and accepting work are described in Subsections 106.02 to 106.05 inclusive. The primary method of acceptance is specified in each Section of work. However, work may be rejected at any time it is found by any of the methods not to comply with the contract.

Remove, repair, or replace work that does not conform to the contract, or to prevailing industry standards where no specific contract requirements are noted. Removing, repairing, or replacing work; providing temporary traffic control; and any other related work to accomplish conformity will be at no cost to the Government.

(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; and

8. Validation process.

If the evaluation requires additional sampling or testing be performed, mutually agree with the Government on witnessing procedures and on sampling and testing by a third party laboratory. Use a third party laboratory accredited by the AASHTO accreditation program. Provide proof of the laboratory’s accreditation for the test procedures to be used. Do not use the same laboratory that produced the disputed Government test results or that produced the test results used as a basis for the dispute.

The CO will review the proposed resolution protocol and may modify it before final approval and execution.

The Government will use the approved resolution protocol test results to determine the validity of the disputed testing. If the Government test results are validated, the Contractor will be responsible for all costs associated with developing and performing the resolution protocol. If the Government test results are not validated, the Government will be responsible for all costs associated with developing and performing the resolution protocol. If the validity of the Government test results cannot be determined, the Contractor and Government will equally share all costs associated with developing and carrying out the resolution protocol.

(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 material or work, quality, aesthetics, and other tangible engineering basis. The CO will determine disposition of the nonconforming work.

106.02_National_10_23_2016

Delete Subsection 106.02 and replace with the following:

106.02 Visual Inspection.

Acceptance is based on visual inspection of the work for compliance with the specific contract requirements. Use prevailing industry standards in the absence of specific contract requirements or tolerances.

107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public 107.05_National_7_18_2017 Delete Subsection 107.03, 107.05, and 107.09:

Delete Subsection 107.03, 107.05, and 107.09.

Add the following to Subsection 107.10:

107.10(e) Project Specific Environmental Protection.

Prior to mobilizing equipment to the site, all mechanical equipment and vehicles shall be cleaned of all vegetation (stems, leaves, seeds, and all other vegetative parts) in order to minimize the transport of invasive plant species

108 - Prosecution and Progress 108.00_National_9_16_2016 Delete Section 108 in its entirety.

Delete Section 108.

109 - Measurement and Payment 109.00_National_9_16_2016 Delete Subsections 109.06, 109.07, 109.08, and 109.09:

Delete Subsections 109.06, 109.07, 109.08, 109.09.

109.01_National_2_22_2019 Delete the third paragraph and Table 109-1 of Subsection 109.01 and replace with the following:

109.01 Measurement of Work.

Take measurements as described in Subsection 109.02 unless otherwise modified by the Measurement Subsection of the section controlling the work being performed. Table 109-1 indicates the accuracy required for quantities of the various pay units used in the Schedule of Items. Use this guide to determine the decimal placement in the final payment.

Table 109-1 Decimal Accuracy of Quantities for Final Payment

Exception--Structure Excavation; Sheathing Materials; Bedding, Bed Course, and Backfill Materials; Gabions;

0.1

Exception--Calcium Chloride;

Sodium Chloride; Hydrated Lime;

Bituminous Materials; Pavements;

Bed Course Materials 0.01

109.02_National_9_16_2016 Add the following sentence to Subsection 109.02(b):

109.02 Measurement Terms and Definitions.

(b) Contract quantity.

Contract quantities will be adjusted only when there are errors in the original design of 15% or more.

153 - Contractor Quality Control 153.10_Coeur d’Alene_3_7_2022 Add the following Subsection:

153.04 (2) (a) Submittal Log At a minimum the contractor shall provide project submittals as shown on the Submittal Log below. Requirements are listed in the Standard Specifications, Supplemental Specifications, and Plans.

Submittal Log

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts 155.00_National_9_14_2016 Delete Section 155 in its entirety.

Delete Section 155.

156 - Public Traffic 156.00_Coeur d’Alene_3_7_2022 Delete Section 156 in its entirety and replace with the following:

Section 156. – PUBLIC TRAFFIC

Replace the first paragraph of Subsection 156.04 with the following:

156.04 Accommodating Traffic During Work.

Accommodate traffic according to the MUTCD, approved traffic control plan, Section 635, and this Section. Submit the traffic control plan in accordance with Subsection 104.03. Submit traffic control plans at least 30 days before intended use.

410 – Slurry Seal 406_National_11_1_2016 Delete Section 410.04(c), (d) and (e):

Delete Section 410.04(c), (d), and (e):

414 – Asphalt Pavement Crack Sealing and Filling 414_National_3_4_2022 Delete Subsection 414.03(a):

Delete Subsection 414.03 (a)

Delete Section 414.04 Routing:

Delete Subsection 414.04 Routing

635 – Temporary Traffic Control 635.24_Idaho_05_28_2025 Delete Subsection 635.24 and 635.25 and Replace with the Following:

Delete Subsection 635.24 and 635.25 and replace with the following.

Measurement of Payment:

635.24 Measurement and Payment. Do not measure Temporary Traffic Control for payment. Payment for contract work is provided indirectly. See Subsection 109.05.

Special Contract Requirements Twin Falls Tanker Base Parking Lot Reseal