J02 FS Supplemental Specifications.pdf

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Forest Service Supplemental Specifications (FSSS)

La Mina and Big Tree Trail Rehabilitation Construction Project

Table of Contents Preface

101 - Terms ̧Format ̧and Definitions

101.01 Meaning of Terms

101.01 Meaning of Terms

101.03 Abbreviations

101.04 Definitions

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103 - Scope of Work

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104 - Control of Work

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104.03 Specifications and Drawings

104.06 Use of Roads by Contractor

105 - Control of Material

105.02(c) Contractor-located sources

105.05 Use of Material Found in the Work

106 - Acceptance of Work

106.01 Conformity with Contract Requirements

106.02 Visual Inspection

106.07 Partial and Final Acceptance

107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public

107.02 Protection and Restoration of Property and Landscape

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107.08 Sanitation, Health, and Safety

108 - Prosecution and Progress

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109 - Measurement and Payment

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109.01 Measurement of Work

109.02 Measurement Terms and Definitions

109.03 Weighing Procedures and Devices

152 - Construction Survey and Staking

152.04 General

152.05 Survey and Staking Requirements

Table 152-1 Construction Survey and Staking Tolerances

153 - Contractor Quality Control

153.02 Qualifications

153.03 Quality Control Plan

153.07 Records and control charts

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts

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156 - Public Traffic

Section 156. – PUBLIC TRAFFIC

157 - Soil Erosion and Sediment Control

157.01 Description

157.02 Material

157.03 Qualifications

157.04 General

157.05 Controls and Limitation on Work

157.06 Filter Barriers

157.07 Sediment Retention Structures

157.08 Outlet Protection

157.09 Water Crossings

157.10 Diversions

157.11 Waterway and Slope Protection and Stabilization

157.12 Temporary Turbidity Curtains

157.13 Permanent Soil Stabilization

157.14 Inspection and Reporting

157.15 Maintenance & Cleanup

157.16 Acceptance

157.17 Measurement

157.18 Payment

170 – Develop Water Supply and Watering

170.01 Description

170.02 Materials

170.03 Development of Supply & Access

170.04 Equipment

170.05 Application

170.06 Acceptance

170.07 Measurement

170.08 Payment

171 – Weed and Disease Prevention

171.01 Description

171.02 Material

171.03 General

171.04 Equipment

171.05 Washing

171.06 Inspection

171.07 Acceptance

171.08 Measurement

171.09 Payment

204 – Excavation and Embankment

204.01 Description

204.02 Definitions

204.03 Material

204.04 Preparation for Roadway Excavation and Embankment Construction

204.05 Conserved Topsoil

204.06 Roadway Excavation

204.07 Subexcavation

204.08 Borrow Excavation

204.09 Preparing Foundation for Embankment Construction

204.10 Embankment Construction

204.11 Compaction

204.12 Drainage Features

204.13 Sloping, Shaping, and Finishing

204.14 Disposal of Unsuitable or Excess Material

204.15 Acceptance

204.16 Measurement

204.17 Payment

626 – Plants and Groundcovers

626.01 Description

626.02 Material

626.03 General

626.04 Removal of Existing Invasive Species Plants

626.05 Delivery

626.06 Protection and Temporary Storage

626.07 Approved Plant Species

626.08 Excavation for Plant Pits and Beds

626.09 Setting Plants

626.10 Required Spacing of Plants

626.11 Fertilizing

626.12 Seeding

626.13 Top Soil

626.14 Watering

626.15 Guying and Staking

626.16 Pruning

626.17 Mulching

626.18 Plant Establishment Period

626.19 Acceptance

626.20 Measurement

626.21 Payment

Preface Preface_wo_03_08_2021

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The Forest Service, US Department of Agriculture has adopted FP-14 for construction of National Forest System

Roads.

101 - Terms¸ Format¸ and Definitions 101.01_National_3_15_2017

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101.01 Meaning of Terms.

Delete all references to the FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations) in the specifications when incorporating into

2400-6(T) Timber Sale or 2400-13(T) Stewardship contracts.

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101.01 Meaning of Terms.

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101.03 Abbreviations.

(a) Acronyms.

AGAR — Agriculture Acquisition Regulations

AFPA — American Forest and Paper Association

FSAR — Forest Service Acquisition Regulations

MSHA — Mine Safety and Health Administration

NESC — National Electrical Safety Code

WCLIB — West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau

(f) Miscellaneous unit abbreviations.

MP — milepost location ppm — parts per million volume

STA station location

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101.04 Definitions.

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Bid Schedule — The Schedule of Items.

Bridge — A structure, including supports, erected over a depression or an obstruction such as water along a road, a trail, or a railway and having a deck for carrying traffic or other loads.

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”.

Culvert — Any structure with a bottom, regardless of fill depth, depth of invert burial, or presence of horizontal driving surface, or any bottomless (natural channel) structure with footings that will not have wheel loads in direct contact with the top of the structure.

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.

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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.

Forest Service — The United States of America, acting through the Forest Service, U.S. Department of

Agriculture.

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 Forest Service 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.

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Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms.

102 - Bid ̧Award ̧and Execution of Contract

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103 - Scope of Work 103.00_National_11_9_2016

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104 - Control of Work 104.00_National_11_9_2016

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104.03 Specifications and Drawings.

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104.06 Use of Roads by Contractor.

The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service 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 national forest resources, and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

105 - Control of Material 105.02_National_11_1_2016

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105.02(c) Contractor-located sources.

All material (e.g., soil, gravel, sand, borrow, aggregate, etc.) transported onto National Forest System land or incorporated into the work shall be weed-free. The Contracting Officer may request written documentation of methods used to determine the weed-free status of any and all materials furnished by the contractor. Contractor-provided expertise and methods to establish weed-free status must be appropriate for the weeds of concern in the local area. The following applies to this contract:

<OPTION 1: LIST PROJECT-SPECIFIC WEEDS OR APPROPRIATE WEED LIST. YOU MAY

INCLUDE ACCEPTABLE METHODS TO ESTABLISH “WEED-FREE” AS APPLICABLE TO

YOUR PROJECT. DO THIS IN CONJUNCTION WITH YOUR UNIT WEED SPECIALIST. Chose list or list with method. Delete the one not chosen. Delete this instruction text highlight in yellow before including in final contract>

Weeds specific to this project: <name>

OR

Weeds & methods specific to this project:

Weed species or applicable weed list Method

<name> <method>

<OPTION 2: REPLACE CONTRACTOR-DOCUMENTED DETERMINATION WITH FOREST SERVICE

APPROVAL OF SOURCES BASED ON INSPECTION BY A FS WEED SPECIALIST – MAKE SURE THIS

IS COORDINATED WITH YOUR UNIT WEED SPECIALISTS. USE OF THIS OPTION COMMITS

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A Forest Service weed specialist will inspect proposed sources to determine weed-free status. Provide the

Contracting Officer written notification of proposed material sources <number> days prior to use. Written approval of the specific source will be provided to the contractor by the CO. If weed species are present in the proposed source, appropriate mitigation measures may allow conditional use of the source as required by the

Contracting Officer.

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105.05 Use of Material Found in the Work.

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Materials produced or processed from Government lands in excess of the quantities required for performance of this contract are the property of the Government. Place excess material safely at government-approved location, at no additional cost to government.

106 - Acceptance of Work 106.01_National_7_18_2017

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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.

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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.

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106.07 Partial and Final Acceptance.

107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public 107.02_National_11_1_2016

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107.02 Protection and Restoration of Property and Landscape.

<Include language to clarify or interpret permit or other requirements>.

Examples:

Do not work within the wetted perimeter of streams before July 1 or after September 15.

Do not work within 1000 feet of an occupied dwelling on any legal holiday or between 12 noon

Saturday and 6 a.m. the following Monday.

Do not work (except hauling material) within 1500 feet of osprey nests between March 1 and May 31.

No known active nests were located within the 1500 feet limit as of June 15, 1991. If a new nest is found, suspend work (except hauling material) within 1500 feet of the nest location. See Subsection

108.06.

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107.08 Sanitation, Health, and Safety.

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108 - Prosecution and Progress 108.00_National_11_9_2016

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109 - Measurement and Payment 109.00_National_11_9_2016

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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

Pay Item Level of Precision

Linear Foot 1

Exception--Timber, Steel, and concrete Piles 0.1

Station 0.1

Mile 0.01

Square Foot 0.1

Square Yard 0.1

Each 1

Acre 0.01

Gallon 1

M-Gals. 0.1

Cubic Yard 1

Exception--Structure Excavation; Sheathing

Materials; Bedding, Bed Course, and Backfill

Materials; Gabions;

0.1

Exception--Concrete; Masonry 0.01

Pound 1

Ton 0.1

Exception--Calcium Chloride;

Sodium Chloride; Hydrated Lime;

Bituminous Materials; Pavements;

Bed Course Materials

0.01

Hour 0.1

MFBM 0.01

Station Yard 1

Cubic Yard Mile 1

Ton Mile 1

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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.

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Add the following to Subsection 109.03(c):

109.03 Weighing Procedures and Devices.

(c) Project weighing system.

For aggregates weighed for payment, adjust scale weights of material to deduct the daily average moisture content in excess of 2 percentage points over optimum moisture as determined by AASHTO T 99 or the designated compaction method. If moisture determination is necessary, determine the daily average moisture content in accordance with AASHTO T 255, from not less than three representative samples of aggregate taken at random intervals each day that aggregate is being weighed.

Manual scales may be used if approved in writing by the CO and if the method of weighing meets all other contract requirements.

152 - Construction Survey and Staking 152.00_National_12_12_2016

Add the following to Subsection 152.04(c):

152.04 General.

(c) Material.

Use required stake dimensions and materials. Pre-paint the top 2 inches of all stakes and lath, or mark them with plastic flagging. Use designated colors for paint or flagging. Mark all stakes with a stake pencil that leaves a legible imprint, or with waterproof ink.

Do not use aerosol spray paints.

Use moisture-resistant paper for survey notes. Keep notes in books with covers that will protect the contents and retain the pages in numerical sequence.

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152.05 Survey and Staking Requirements.

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(d) Slope and reference stakes.

(2) Conventional survey methods. When required, locate slope stakes on designated portions of the road. Locate the slope stake catch points and use them to establish clearing limits and slope stake references.

Mark slope stakes with the station, the amount of cut or fill, the horizontal distance to centerline, and the slope ratios.

Place slope reference stakes at least 10 feet outside the clearing limit and mark with the offset distance to the slope stake. Place sight stakes when required.

Prior to clearing and grubbing operations, move the slope stake outside the clearing limit to the slope reference stake. After clearing and grubbing and before excavation, reset the slope stakes in their original position.

Use the designated method to establish the slope stake catchpoint.

Method I—Computed Method. Use the template information shown in the plans or other

Government-provided data to calculate the actual location of the catchpoint. The slope stake

“catchpoint distance” provided may be used as a trial location to initiate slope staking. Recatch slope stakes on any section that does not match the staking report within the tolerances established in Table

152-2.

Method II—Catchpoint Measurement Method. Determine the location of slope stake catchpoints by measuring the catchpoint distances shown in the plans or other Government-provided data.

Add the following to Subsection 152.05(e):

(e) Clearing and grubbing limits.

Mark the clearing limits with flagging or tags on trees to be left standing, or on lath. Make markings intervisible, and no more than 90 feet apart.

After establishing clearing limits, move the location line stake outside the clearing limits for station identification purposes, and mark it with horizontal distance to location line.

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Table 152-1 Construction Survey and Staking Tolerances

Table 152-1

Construction Survey and Staking Tolerances (1)

Staking Phase Horizontal Vertical

Control points set from existing

Government control points- Tolerance Class

A

±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)

±0.01 feet × N

(±3 millimeters × N )(2)

Mapping, topography, and cross-section

Points- Tolerance Class A

±0.16 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.16 feet

(±50 millimeters)

Centerline points (3) including (PC), (PT), (POT),(POC), and references- Tolerance

Class A

±0.06 feet

(±20 millimeters)

±0.06 feet

(±20 millimeters)

Slope-stake and slope-stake references-

Tolerance Class A (4)

±0.16 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.16 feet

±50 millimeters)

Culverts, ditches, and minor drainage structures stakes- Tolerance Class A

±0.16 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.06 feet

(±20 millimeters)

Retaining walls stakes ±0.06 feet

(±20 millimeters)

±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)

Curb and gutter stakes ±0.06 feet

(±20 millimeters)

±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)

Bridge substructures stakes ±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)(5)

±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)

Bridge superstructures stakes ±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)(5)

±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)

Clearing and grubbing limit stakes-

Tolerance Class A

±1.00 feet

(±300 millimeters)

Roadway subgrade finish stakes- Tolerance

Class A (6)

±0.16 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.03 feet

(±10 millimeters)

Roadway finish grade stakes (6) ±0.16 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.03 feet

Table 152-1

Construction Survey and Staking Tolerances (continued) (1)

Staking Phase Horizontal Vertical

Control points set from existing Government control points –Tolerance Class B (7)

±0.16 feet

(±20 millimeters) ±0.16 feet ×

(±20 millimeters × )(2)

Mapping, topography, and cross-section points–Tolerance Class B (7)

±1.00 feet

(±300 millimeters)

±0.50 feet

(±150 millimeters)

Centerline points including (PC), (PT), (POT),(POC), and references–Tolerance

Class B (7)

±0.16 feet

(±20 millimeters)

±0.16 feet

(±20 millimeters)

Slope-stake and slope-stake references–

Tolerance Class B (7)

±0.50 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.16 feet

±50 millimeters)

Culverts, ditches, and minor drainage structures stakes–Tolerance Class B (7)

±0.50 feet

(±150 millimeters)

±0.16 feet

(±20 millimeters)

Clearing and grubbing limit stakes–Tolerance

Class B (7)

±2.00 feet

(±600 millimeters)

Roadway subgrade finish stakes–Tolerance

Class B (7)

±0.50 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.16 feet

(±10 millimeters)

Roadway finish grade stakes–Tolerance Class

B (7)

±0.50 feet

(±50 millimeters)

±0.16 feet

(1) At statistical 95 percent confidence level. Tolerances are relative to existing Government control points.

(2) N is the number of instrument setups.

(3) Centerline points: PC - point of curve, PT - point of tangent, POT - point on tangent, POC - point on curve.

(4) Take the cross-sections normal to the centerline ±1 degree.

(5) Bridge control is established as a local network and the tolerances are relative to that network.

(6) Includes paved ditches.

(7) Tolerance Class B for Very Low Volume Roads with an aggregate or native finished surface.

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153.02 Qualifications.

Submit the following for approval with the quality control plan:

(a) Quality control manager (QCM). Furnish a QCM who has at least 2 years’ experience in construction, inspector, quality control and material testing on construction projects of similar type and scope.

(b) Testers. Provide testers with at least one year experience in the type of sampling and testing required, and with one of the following for the type of sampling and testing performed:

(1) NICET Level II certification in highway material or equivalent state or industry certification;

(2) Certification by a regional certification program (such as Western Alliance for Quality Transportation

Construction (WAQTC), Northeast Transportation Technician Certification Program (NETTCP), Southeast

Task Force for Technician Training and Qualification (STFTTQ), or Multi Regional Training and

Certification (M-TRAC)); or

(3) At least one year employment by an AASHTO accredited laboratory performing equivalent sampling and testing.

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Add the following paragraph to the end of Subsection 153.03(b):

153.03 Quality Control Plan.

(b) Quality Control Procedures.

Submit written proposals for approval of alternate AASHTO or State approved test methods. Alternate methods may be allowed based on documented equivalence to the specified method.

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153.07 Records and control charts.

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

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts 155.00_National_11_9_2016

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156 - Public Traffic 156.00_National_2_5_2019

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Section 156. – PUBLIC TRAFFIC Description

156.01 This work consists of controlling and protecting public traffic adjacent to and within the project.

Material

156.02 Conform to the MUTCD and the following Sections and Subsections:

Permanent Traffic Control 633

Traffic Signing and Marking Material 718

Concrete Barriers and Precast Guardwalls 618

Temporary plastic fence 710.11

Construction Requirements

156.03 General. Accommodate traffic according to MUTCD, approved traffic control plan and this section.

Perform work in a manner that ensures safety and convenience of the public. Unless otherwise provided for in

Table 156-1, keep existing roads open to all traffic during road improvement work, and maintain them in a condition that will adequately accommodate traffic. Delays may not exceed <number> minutes at any one time followed by an open period of no less than <number> minutes. Accommodate public traffic on roads adjacent to and within the project until the project is accepted according to Subsection 106.07(b).

Submit traffic control plan at least 30 days prior to intended use. Perform no work that interferes or conflicts with traffic or existing access to the roadway surface until a traffic control plan has been approved.

Post construction signs and traffic control devices in conformance with MUTCD and Forest Service EM 7100-15.

All required signs will be in place and approved prior to beginning work on project.

If the Contractor agrees in writing to allow public traffic to use a new road being constructed prior to completion, it will be considered an existing road for traffic control purposes.

156.04 Temporary Traffic Control. Install and maintain temporary traffic control devices adjacent to and within the project as required by the approved traffic control plan and the MUTCD. Install and maintain traffic control devices as follows:

(a) Furnish and install traffic control devices before the start of construction operations.

(b) All detours outside of clearing limits will be approved in writing by the Contracting Officer as part of the traffic control plan.

(c) Install only those traffic control devices needed for each stage or phase.

(d) Relocate temporary traffic control devices as necessary.

(e) Remove devices that no longer apply to the existing conditions.

(f) Immediately replace any device that is lost, stolen, destroyed, or inoperative.

(g) Keep temporary traffic control devices clean.

(h) Remove all temporary traffic control devices upon contract completion or when approved.

(i) When required, use flaggers certified by the American Traffic Safety Services Association, the National

Safety Council, the International Municipal Signal Association, a state agency, or other acceptable organization. Perform the work described under MUTCD Part 6. Use type III, VII, VIII, or IX retroreflective sheeting on flagger paddles. Do not use flags. Flaggers must wear high visibility safety apparel as required by MUTCD 6E.02.

156.05 Temporary Closures. Road segments may be closed as shown in Table 156-1. The maximum consecutive days of closure shall be followed by a minimum number of consecutive days open to traffic as shown.

Maintain traffic control devices during closure period(s). Appropriate barricades and signs will be erected and maintained as shown in the traffic control plan or as otherwise designated.

Prior to closing roads during construction, give written notice to the Contracting Officer at least 10 days in advance.

Table 156-1

Temporary Road Closures

Road

Number From Terminus To Terminus

Maximum Consecutive

Days of Closure

Minimum Consecutive

Days Open

<number>

<MP or description>

<MP or description> <number> <number>

156.06 Acceptance. Public traffic work will be evaluated under Subsection 106.02.

Measurement and Payment

156.07 Do not measure Public Traffic for payment. Payment for contract work is provided indirectly. See

Subsection 109.05.

157 - Soil Erosion and Sediment Control 157.04_National_03_08_2021

157.01 Description.

This work consists of furnishing, constructing, and maintaining soil erosion and sediment control devices to eliminate or minimize pollutants in stormwater discharges from the project. This includes protection of all phases of work during the life of the contract including storm events.

Material

157.02 Material.

Conform to the following FP-14 Subsections:

Coarse Aggregate for Concrete 703.02

Watertight Gaskets 712.03

Backfill material

Concrete masonry unit

Fertilizer

704.03

725.07(c)

713.03

Fiber rolls and socks 713.12

Floating turbidity curtains 713.21

Gravel bags 713.13

Mulch 713.05

Plastic lining 725.12

Prefabricated filter insert 713.20

Riprap 705.02

Rock mulch 705.07

Sandbags 713.14

Sediment filter bags 713.19

Seed

Separation and stabilization geotextile and geotextile filter Silt fence

Tackifiers

Temporary culvert pipe

713.04

714.01(a)

713.16

713.11(a)

713.15

Temporary plastic fence 710.11

Temporary rolled erosion control products 713.17

Turf reinforcement mats

Water 713.18

725.01(b)

157.03 Qualifications.

Submit the following for approval at least a minimum of twenty (20) days after contract has been awarded as referenced in the Statement of Work.

(a) Names of personnel responsible for soil erosion and sediment control; and

(b) A résumé for each individual describing their knowledge and experience providing erosion and sediment control and pollution prevention on highway or road construction projects for at least 5 years.

157.04 General.

Within twenty (20) days after award of contract, the contractor shall submit a written plan according to FP-14 subsection 104.03 with all necessary permits that provides permanent and temporary erosion control measures to minimize erosion and sedimentation during and after construction.

➢ The Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Plan shall provide specifics and specific locations which shall consists of furnishing, constructing, and maintaining soil erosion and sediment control devices to eliminate or minimize pollutants , stormwater discharges, and delivery of soil and turbidity into the stream from the project during the construction duration period.

➢ The Dewatering Structure(s) Plan shall provide specifics which shall consists of furnishing, constructing, and maintaining dewatering structures to eliminate or minimize pollutants , stormwater discharges, delivery of soil and turbidity and any cement, grout, concrete, and excavation material from getting into the stream from the project during the construction duration period.

• Plan shall include the sequence of operations and information on equipment, materials, suppliers, and location of each dewatering structure. Measures given in the Plans and Supplemental

Specifications are minimum requirements, and may be revised only with written approval by the

C.O..

• The turbidity of the water 100-200 feet downstream shall not be visually greater than the turbidity of the water upstream of the project site.

• When this turbidity requirement or other erosion control measures are not met, immediately take corrective action. Cease operations that are causing turbidity and pump the stream around the construction site according to this specification and the Plans until the turbidity requirement can be met. When the interpretation of this requirement is in question, measure turbidity using a turbidity meter as approved by the CO, and provide documentation that operations are in compliance with FAR 52.236-7 Permits and Responsibilities, FP-14 subsection 107.01 Laws to be Observed and subsection 107.10 Environmental Protection, and subsection 107.11, including but not limited to, the requirements of the National Marine Fisheries Service.

• Do not begin work until the necessary controls for that particular phase of work have been approved by the C.O. and implemented. Incorporate all erosion control features into the project at the earliest practicable time, as agreed by the CO.

• Operate in a manner that will avoid harm to aquatic organisms for the duration of the contract.

• Notify the CO of the intention of the placement of each dewatering structure with the date and time of placement of structure in reference to contract drawings. The contractor shall notify the

C.O. a minimum of at least 72 hours in advance (not including weekends and holidays).

• Do not re-route or remove the dewatering structure until approved by the CO. The CO will not approve dewatering until a fisheries biologist and other designated Government personnel are present and prepared to rescue aquatic organisms (AO). The contractor shall remove the dewatering structure slowly and incrementally in order to facilitate the AO rescue as applicable.

The rescue and inspection operations can generally take several hours.

Do not begin work until the necessary Soil Erosion and Sediment Control Plan and Dewatering Structure’s Plan has been approved by the C.O. and the controls for that particular phase of work have been implemented. Do not modify the type, size, or location of any control without C.O.’s approval.

When erosion control and dewatering measures are not functioning as intended, take corrective action to eliminate or minimize pollutants in storm water discharges from the project.

157.05 Controls and Limitation on Work.

Before grubbing or grading construct sediment controls around the perimeter of the project including filter barriers, diversion, and settling structures.

Construct and implement soil erosion and sediment control measures as follows:

(a) Construct temporary controls in incremental stages as construction proceeds;

(b) Construct temporary slope drains, diversion channels, and earth berms to protect disturbed areas and slopes. For the work immediately adjacent to the stream, use sediment control barriers between the work and the stream. Place sediment barriers prior to construction around sites where significant levels of erosion may enter the stream directly or through road or trail ditches.

(c) When a soil disturbing activity within a portion of the project is complete, apply permanent measures to the finished slopes and ditches within 14 days;

(d) Apply temporary turf establishment, mulch and stabilization measures on disturbed areas within three (3) days of the last disturbance. Short-term stabilization measures may include the use weed-free certified mulch, jute matting, and other similar techniques as approved by the C.O. . Short-term stabilization measures will be maintained until permanent erosion control measures are effective.

(e) Construct outlet protection as soon as culverts or other structures are complete;

(f) Construct and maintain soil erosion and sediment controls on and around soil stockpiles.

(g) Following each day’s grading operations, shape earthwork to minimize and control erosion from stormwater runoff; and

(h) Maintain stabilized construction exits to minimize tracking of soil onto existing roads.

Prior to construction, Contracting Officer will delineate critical riparian vegetation areas, wetlands, and other sensitive sites to prevent ground disturbance. Minimize disturbance to existing vegetation along stream.

Where necessary, hazard tree removal may be required by the Contracting Officer. When required, fell hazard trees within riparian areas when they pose a safety risk. Where possible, fell trees towards the stream. Keep felled trees on site when directed by the Contracting Officer.

Use existing roadways or travel paths. New access paths are not allowed unless written approval by the

Contracting Officer.

Conduct work activities during dry field conditions - low to moderate soil moisture levels.

Minimize clearing and grubbing activities when preparing staging, project, and or stockpile areas. Stockpile large wood, trees, vegetation, sand, topsoil and other excavated material, that are removed when establishing area(s) for site restoration.

Dispose of waste material in approved stable sites out of the flood prone area. Natural excessive waste material, other than hardened surface material (asphalt, concrete, etc), may be used as fill or to restore natural or near-natural contours.

When erosion control materials are to be left on site after the project has been completed, construct erosion controls of organic and bio-degradable materials whenever possible.

157.06 Filter Barriers.

Construct silt fence, berms, and fiber rolls and socks to reduce the velocity of runoff to allow sediment to settle.

157.07 Sediment Retention Structures.

Construct sediment retention structures of the following types.

(a) Temporary sediment traps. Construct temporary sediment traps to detain runoff from disturbed areas and settle out sediment. Provide outlet protection.

(b) Sediment basins. Construct sediment basins to store runoff and settle out sediment for large drainage areas. Excavate and construct sediment basins according to FP-14 Section 204. Construct riser pipes according to FP-14 Section 602. Provide outlet protection

157.08 Outlet Protection.

Construct riprap aprons or basins to reduce water velocity and prevent scour at the outlet of permanent and temporary erosion and sediment control measures. Construct riprap according to FP-14 Section 251.

157.09 Water Crossings.

Construct temporary culvert pipe at temporary crossings where construction vehicles cross a live waterway.

Approval by C.O. is required before installation of temporary structures may commence.

157.10 Diversions.

Construct temporary channels, temporary culverts, or sandbags to divert water around disturbed areas and slopes.

Use temporary channels, temporary culverts, pumps, sandbags, or other methods to divert the flow of live streams for permanent culvert installations and other work. Stabilize channels according to FP-14 Subsection 157.11.

Provide outlet protection.

Construct stream diversion, related appurtenances and measures as follows:

(a) In Stream Work.

(1) Isolate construction area and coordinate with Contracting Officer to have any aquatic species removed from the construction area by the Government. Coordinate aquatic species removal with the Contracting Officer a minimum of 10 working days prior to beginning isolation of construction areas.

(2) Cease project operations under high flow conditions that inundate the project area, except for efforts to avoid or minimize resource damage.

(3) C.O.’s approval is required in writing prior for any equipment that may require to be in the stream.

If approved by the C.O., the contractor shall minimize time in which heavy equipment is in stream channels, riparian areas, and wetlands. Operate heavy equipment in streams only when Contracting

Officer determines that such actions are the only reasonable alternative for implementation, or would result in less sediment in the stream channel or damage (short- or long-term) to the overall aquatic and riparian ecosystem relative to other alternatives.

(4) Clean and repair all equipment used for in stream work prior to entering the project area. Remove external oil and grease, along with dirt and mud prior to construction. Inspect equipment daily for leaks or accumulations of grease, and fix any identified problems before entering streams or areas that drain directly to streams or wetlands.

(5) Fuel and service equipment used for in stream or riparian work in an approved staging area outside of riparian zone. When not in use, store vehicles in the staging area.

(b) Temporary Stream Bypass Dam.

Construct a temporary stream bypass dam using the following approved methods

(1) Sandbag dam

(2) Temporary cofferdams shall conform to the requirement of FP-14 Section 208.05. Shoring systems and cofferdams require the Contractor to submit cofferdam dam drawings in relation to this construction project showing proposed methods and construction details of cofferdams according to

FP-14 Subsection 104.03 and Section 562. Cofferdam drawings shall bear the seal and signature of a Professional Engineer (P.E.) engineer proficient in the pertinent design field)

(3) Temporary sheet pile (temporary sheet pile(s) shall conform to AASHTO M 202 or ASTM A572)

(4) The mining of material from the streambed or floodplain to construct diversions is not permitted. If diversion allows for downstream aquatic species passage, (i.e., is not screened), place diversion outlet in a location to promote safe reentry of aquatic species into the stream channel, preferably into pool habitat with cover.

(5) Primary Bypass Dam. Construct the Sandbag Dam in a dry condition by first pumping the stream around the dam. Place temporary cofferdams as needed. Remove irregularities from the streambed to form smooth bedding for the bypass dam. Place the dam so that water does not seep from the downstream side of the dam; if seepage occurs, improve the dam by adding sandbags, improving or adding seals, or other means to minimize seepage from the dam. When it is impossible to eliminate seepage, construct a sump and pump clear water to the upstream side of the dam.

(6) Bypass pipe. Place bypass pipe as shown on the Plans or approved by the CO. Place the upstream invert of the pipe at the lowest point in the stream channel as practical. Install joints and elbows as shown on the Plans and as needed to accommodate the site layout. Use watertight seals meeting the requirements of Subsection 712.03. Do not place backfill until the pipe joints have been approved by the CO. Allow water to pass through pipe only after a downstream splash apron has been prepared in a manner that will protect the stream from scour and turbidity, and protect fish from harm. Construct the bypass in a manner that avoids injury to aquatic organisms.

(7) Downstream Dam. When water flows into the work area from downstream, construct a cofferdam as needed to prevent water from entering the work area.

(8) Sandbags. Prior to placing the lower rows of sandbags, remove the larger rocks or other irregularities from the streambed to form a smooth bed. Use only clean sand or coarse concrete aggregate in the sandbags. Loosely fill and tamp the sandbags in place to minimize seepage between, under, and around the bags.

(9) Bypass Pipe Collar. Install and maintain a leak-proof pipe collar as shown on the Plans or approved by the CO.

(c) Pumps.

Install pumps as required to re-route stream around construction site and dewater foundations. When failure of a pump would result in movement of sediment or turbidity beyond the work area, provide a back-up pump that is readily available. Use the pumps for installing and removing the gravity bypass pipes and dams, at other times to facilitate construction operations, and during storms to supplement the gravity bypass. Pumps must have fish screens and be operated in accordance with NMFS aquatic species screen criteria. Equip the pump with approved fish screens, appropriate suction and discharge hoses, fittings and flow regulation equipment as needed. Insure that the pumps are clean, free of leaks and that the oil used as lubricant in the pump seal systems is food grade mineral oil. Install and operate pumps in a manner that will avoid impingement of small fish against the intake screens.

(1) Pump intakes. Use one of the following methods of screening on all draft hoses:

i. Perforated Plate; screen openings shall not exceed 3/32 or 0.0938-inches

ii. Profile Bar Screen; the narrowest dimension in the screen openings shall not exceed

0.0689-inches in the narrowest direction.

iii. Woven Wire Screen; screen openings shall not exceed 3/32 or 0.0938-inches the narrow direction.

Check intakes frequently and clean as needed with wire brushing, flushing, or any other acceptable method.

(2) Sump Pumps. Supply pumps capable of dewatering the structure foundation. Insure that pumps are clean and free of leaks. Remove sediment and turbidity in the Sump Pump discharge water prior to re-entering the stream.

(d) Sump Water Discharge.

Discharge sump water as shown on the Plan or as approved by the CO. Apply one or more methods to remove sediment from sediment-laden water. Apply additional methods as needed to eliminate increase in downstream turbidity. Use the following methods as needed:

(1) Natural Vegetation/Soil Dispersal and Filtration. Discharge sump water onto areas of ground most advantageous for dispersal and filtration of sediment, e.g. flat heavily vegetated soil. When single point discharge does not function adequately, discharge water into a perforated pipe or series of pipes laid approximately level so that the brown water disperses over a wide area.

(2) Silt Bag Filtration. Discharge sump water into one or more Silt Bags. Silt Bags are constructed of

Mirafi 180N (or approved equal) with sewn seam strengths of 90% efficiency according to ASTM

D4632. Construct bag to hold and filter sump water. Place silt bag(s) on level ground having layer of straw one foot thick minimum.

(3) Settling Basin. Discharge sump water into one or more Basins. The Basins may be pre-manufactured tanks, folding tanks, geotextile or membranes placed over a sandbag or weed-free straw berm, or other similar basins designed to separate sediment from the water.

(4) Suspended Sediment Coagulation Agent. When other methods do not function adequately, add an approved coagulation agent to water prior to discharging the water onto natural vegetation, Silt

Bag, or Settling Basin. Use a flocculation agent such as Chitisan-based Storm-Klear Gel-Floc, or approved equal. Use Suspended Sediment Coagulation Agent according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

(e) Sedimats.

Place Sedimats across the streambed as shown on the Plans or approved by the CO. The Sedimat is a proprietary product manufactured by Indian Valley Industries, Inc. and distributed by Columbia Storage

Inc., Vancouver Washington, phone: (800) 426-7976. Use Sedimats according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

(f) Stream Re-Watering.

Monitor downstream during rewatering to prevent stranding of aquatic organisms below the construction site. Ensure that concrete is sufficiently cured or dried before coming into contact with stream flow.

157.11 Waterway and Slope Protection and Stabilization.

Use the following:

(a) Plastic lining. Use plastic lining to protect underlying soil from erosion. Place the plastic lining loosely on a smooth soil surface free of projections or depressions…