J2 Project Specifications.pdf

FENCE IMPROVEMENTS, POPLAR BLUFF

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

000101 Project Title Page ................................................................................................................ 00101-1 011000 Summary........................................................................................................... 011000-1 to 011000-3 012700 Measurement and Payment Procedures ........................................................... 012700-1 to 012700-3 012800 Mobilization ..................................................................................................................... 012800-1 013100 Project Management and Coordination............................................................ 013100-1 to 013100-2 013300 Submittal Procedures........................................................................................ 013300-1 to 013300-3 014000 Quality Requirements....................................................................................... 014000-1 to 014000-2 014200 References ........................................................................................................ 014200-1 to 014200-4 015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls................................................................... 015000-1 to 015000-4 016000 Product Requirements....................................................................................... 016000-1 to 016000-2 017000 Execution Requirements................................................................................... 017000-1 to 017000-3 017700 Closeout Procedures ......................................................................................... 017700-4 to 017700-6 017701 Closeout Procedures - Civil Utilities................................................................ 017701-1 to 017701-2

DIVISION 2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

323113 Chain Link Fence and Gates............................................................................. 323113-1 to 323113-3 329200 Seeding and Mulching ...................................................................................... 329200-1 to 329200-6

MARK TWAIN NATIONAL FOREST, 1

Procurement and Contracting Documents

PROJECT TITLE PAGE 000101 - 1

DOCUMENT 000101 - PROJECT TITLE PAGE

1.1 PROJECT MANUAL VOLUME 1: Review Set - Not for Construction

A. Project Name: Fence Improvements, Poplar Bluff Ranger Station.

B. Owner: USDA Forest Service – Mark Twain National Forest.

C. Location: Poplar Bluff, MO.

D. Designed by: Mark Twain Engineer

E. USDA Forest Service R9 Supervisor’s Office, 401 Fairgrounds Road

F. Rolla, MO 65401.

G. Phone: (573) 341-7436 (Christopher Bland).

END OF DOCUMENT 000101

Mark Twain National Forest Fence Improvements Poplar Bluff

SUMMARY 011000 - 1

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: Mark Twain National Forest Fence Improvements Project

1. Project Location: 1420 Maud St, Poplar Bluff, MO 63901.

B. Owner: USDA Forest Service.

1. Owner’s Representative: The Federal Contracting Officer (CO) and their designated representative(s), as named in writing. Contracting Officer (CO) refers to the person assigned by the USDA Forest Service to administer the Contract. The CO will designate a Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to assist with contract administration and oversight of Work.

C. Engineer: USDA Forest Service, Supervisor’s Office.

D. The Work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Provide and install 7’ chain-link security fence.

2. Repair existing 6’ security fence

3. Provide and install 2 double swinging gates and a walkout gate.

4. Provide and install automatic closures on double swinging gate 1 (Optional Bid Item 1).

5. Provide and install automatic closures on double swinging gate 2 (Optional Bid Item 2).

6. Restore all areas disturbed by construction operations.

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E. Work Under Separate Contracts:

1. N/A

F. Owner-Furnished Products: The following products will be furnished by Owner and shall be installed by Contractor as part of the Work:

1. N/A.

1.2 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Contractor's Use of Premises: During construction, Contractor will have full use of the site indicated as Fence Improvements project limits. Contractor's use of premises is limited only by Owner's right to perform work.

B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in the existing building to normal business working hours of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Holiday and Weekend Hours: No work is permitted without written authorization on

Government Holidays or on weekends.

2. Early Morning Hours: No noise restrictions for early morning work hours.

C. Smoking and Controlled Substance Restrictions: Use of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, and other controlled substances on the Project site is not permitted. Use of any type of marijuana product on federal property is illegal.

D. Site Cleanup: Before leaving the Site each day the Contractor shall secure equipment, tools, and materials; pickup and dispose of paper and other debris/construction waste. The Site shall be left in a safe and secure manner with the public protected from construction hazards.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011000

Mark Twain National Forest Fence Improvements Project

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT 012700 - 1

SECTION 012700 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings entitled “Fence Improvements Project” and applicable provisions of the Solicitation/Contract including but not limited to: Section B - Schedule of Items (and associated Schedule of Values), Section C - Statement of Work, Section G - Contract Administration Data/Invoices and Payments and Section I - Contract Clauses.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes:

1. Measurement and payment criteria applicable to the work performed.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and process

Applications for Payment.

3. Defect assessment and non-payment for rejected work.

4. General description of work included under each pay item.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Schedule of Items Form (SOI): The Contractor is required to complete the SOI Form, provided by the Government, as part of their Proposal or Bid together with the completed Section B – Schedule of Items. Totals from the SOI Form must agree exactly with the corresponding item totals on the Schedule of Items.

2. Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) System: All invoices are to be submitted via the electronic IPP System. The contractor must follow the instructions on how to register and submit invoices via IPP as prescribed in communications from USDA and Treasury. This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S. Department of Treasury and you can find more information at this website https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm. Ensure your company has registered at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollmentvendors.htm to establish your account. Offeror must have an established account prior to commencement of work.

3. Certified Payrolls: Certified payrolls for construction work must be submitted to the CO/COR for review at regular intervals as work progresses. At least one week prior to Contractor requesting payment via IPP, all certified payrolls related to the subject pay request work must have been received by the CO/COR. Incomplete or inaccurate payroll submittal will result in rejection of the IPP invoice. Contractor and all subcontractors, through the contractor, shall furnish all certified payrolls covering payments to laborers and mechanics for on-site work. Payroll hourly rates and fringe benefits must be in accordance with the established Wage Determination for the project.

1.3 AUTHORITY

A. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will take all measurements and compute quantities accordingly.

1.4 MEASUREMENT OF QUANTITIES

https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollmentvendors.htm

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A. Linear Measurement: Measured by the linear dimension, (i.e. LF = lineal foot), at the item centerline or mean chord. Measurement will be made to the nearest given linear unit.

B. Each: Measured by the number of individual items of work completed.

C. Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ): These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the Contract, including all necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

D. Actual Quantities (AQ): These quantities denote completed units of work, as described in the

Contract, including all necessary materials, equipment, and labor, to complete the job. They will be measured in the field.

E. Designed Quantities (DQ) - These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, drawings, and the presentation in the contract. Changes in the quantity of units SHOWN in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS may be authorized under any of the following conditions:

1. As a result of changes in the work authorized by the Contracting Officer.

2. As a result of the Contracting Officer determining that errors exist in the original design data used to determine designed quantities, which cause a pay item to change by 15 percent or more.

3. As a result of the Contractor submitting to the Contracting Officer a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design data used to determine design quantities that cause a pay item total to change by 15 percent or more. The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error.

1.5 PAYMENT

A. Pay Request Documentation from Contractor: Contractor must submit the following documentation to the CO/COR for review and approval at least seven (7) days prior to requesting a payment via IPP.

1. All Certified Payroll forms from the general contractor (including payrolls from all sub-contractors) for work covered by the pay request.

2. A completed draft Schedule of Values (SOV) Form for work covered by the pay request, indicating the percent complete for each line item in the SOV.

3. Written Quality Control testing results if applicable to items in the payment request.

B. Payment Includes: Full compensation for all required labor, products, tools, equipment, plant, transportation, services, and incidentals; erection, application, or installation of an item of the Work; overhead and profit.

1. "Incidentals" are to be considered as an additional obligation to the other work required for the item(s). Incidental work is not payable directly but is to be considered included in the contract price for the item(s) of work specified.

2. All work not specifically identified as a separate bid item is "Incidental".

C. The accepted quantities will be paid for at the contract unit price for each item as shown in the Schedule of Items.

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D. Payment will not be made for any of the following:

1. Products or construction placed beyond the lines and levels of the required work.

2. Products or construction determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

4. Products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.

5. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 012700

MOBILIZATION 012800-1

SECTION 012800 - MOBILIZATION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This work consists of mobilization of personnel, equipment, materials and supplies. Other items included but not limited to: construction surveying and staking, temporary erosion control, bonding, insurance, permit fees, closeout procedures including record drawings, submittals, operations and maintenance manuals and material submittal and final cleaning, field office and staff, temporary utilities, site clean-up, waste disposal, field office vehicles and their operational costs, superintendent, safety and QC costs.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Method of Measurement will be by Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ).

B. The maximum Mobilization bid price shall not exceed fifteen percent (15%) of the total base bid contract price.

C. Progress Payments for Mobilization will be in accordance with the following schedule:

1. The cost of premiums paid for performance and payment bonds are considered incidental to Mobilization and will not be paid for separately. Payment for bond premiums will be in accordance with FAR Clause 52.232-5, Payments under Fixed- Price Construction Contracts, after receipt of the evidence of payment.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 012800

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION 013100 - 1

SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. This section includes certain administrative provisions for managing and coordinating construction operations.

1.2 GENERAL PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

1.3 SPILL AND EROSION CONTROL

A. Spill and Erosion Control Plans: At a minimum, the contractor shall install erosion control devises as indicated on the erosion control plans. The Contractor shall install additional erosion control features to prevent sediment from entering wetlands or waters of the United States and to provide for containment of hazardous materials and unplanned spills in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws. Submit a plan in accordance with paragraph 1.6 in this section. Permit will not be required for work on federal land.

1.4 ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL

A. In addition to meeting the requirements of FAR 52.236-6 for an on-site Project

Superintendent, the Contractor shall provide other administrative and supervisory personnel as required for performance of the Work.

1.5 CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

A. Pre-construction Conference: The Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s

Representative will schedule a pre-construction conference before starting construction at a time and place agreeable and convenient to both the Contractor and Government and will review responsibilities and personnel assignments in accordance with FAR 52.236-26

B. Progress Meetings: Progress meetings at the Project Site shall be conducted at regular intervals. Dates of meetings shall be coordinated with preparation of the payment request in accordance with FAR 52.232-5.

1. Agenda: Include topics for discussion as appropriate to the status of the

Project. Include review of the Contractor's Construction Schedule and of the present and future needs of each entity present.

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2. Schedule Updating: If the progress of the work falls behind the approved

Contractor’s Construction Schedule, the Contractor shall submit a supplementary schedule for approval by the Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR 52.236-15. The COR will keep the Contractor informed of any scheduled events that may impact the contractor’s work schedule. It is imperative the Contractor provide an accurate Work Schedule to the COR and shall update it whenever the current Work Schedule is not accurate.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Staff Names: Within 5 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, submit a list of principal staff assignments, including the Superintendent and other primary personnel. Identify individuals by name, duties and responsibilities, home address, and business/cell and home (in case of emergencies after hours) telephone numbers. Post copies of this list in the temporary field office (if present).

B. Construction Schedules shall be submitted as directed in FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Prior to installations, require the installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed.

B. Construction in Progress: Keep construction in progress, adjoining materials in place, and clean during handling and installation. Apply protective enclosures or coverings for protection from damage or deterioration.

C. Completed Construction: Clean completed construction and provide maintenance to prevent damage, soiling or other deterioration through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to assure operability without damage.

D. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to prevent exposure of any part of construction, completed or in progress, to harmful, dangerous, damaging or otherwise deleterious conditions during the construction period.

END OF SECTION 013100

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300 - 1

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. This Section and FAR 52.236-21 include requirements for Shop Drawings, as defined by FAR 52.236-21 and Designs. Shop drawings and Designs may include drawings, specifications, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, schedules, performance and test data furnished by the Contractor to explain in detail specific portions of the work required by the Contract.

B. This section includes requirements for Samples. Samples may include mailed samples, field samples or mock-ups of full-size physical examples erected on-site or elsewhere.

C. This section includes requirements for Product Data. Product Data includes manufacturer's standard catalogs, manuals, pamphlets and other printed materials, and includes but is not limited to the following: product specifications and installation instructions, color charts and catalog cuts, rough-in diagrams and templates, wiring diagrams, performance curves, operational range diagrams, mill reports, test reports, shop drawings and code approvals.

D. This section includes other quality assurance submittals such as certifications of compliance or conformance, manufacturer's instructions and field reports, and mix designs.

1.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities and with the schedule.

1. Allow 15 calendar days each for submittal review, corrections following the initial review and re-submittal review before activities scheduled after the submittal approval.

2. Incomplete submittals will be returned to the Contractor with no further review. Delays due to incomplete or rejected submittals will not be excused and no compensation in the form of monetary or time will be provided to the Contractor.

3. When the Contractor desires to submit for approval a product for an “approved equal”, the Contractor MUST provide documentation of the original specified product and the Contractor proposed product in a side-by-side comparison, such as a table, which clearly demonstrates the Contractor proposed product meets or exceeds the originally specified product. If this product comparison is not done the first time it is submitted, the proposed product will be rejected, and the Contractor will be required to provide the specified product. The Government is not obligated to review a re-submittal for a rejected product.

4. Submittal Transmittal: Transmit each submittal from the Contractor to the Government by use of one transmittal form per submittal. Transmittal format to be approved by COR and shall include the following information on the transmittal form.

a. Project name and Forest Service contract number.

b. Date.

c. Name, address and telephone number of firm or entity that prepared the submittal

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d. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier, etc. as applicable.

e. Category and description of submittal.

f. Section of Specifications or Drawing sheet number the Submittal is representing.

g. Certification by Contractor stating that submittal complies with the Contract, or statement of deviations from the requirements of the Contract.

h. Signature of transmitter.

i. Space to record Contractor's review and approval markings, and for Government response.

B. Submit 3 hardcopies of each submittal to the COR for review unless otherwise stated. One copy will be returned to the Contractor and two copies will be retained, one for the COR and one for the Inspector.

1.3 SHOP DRAWINGS AND DESIGNS

A. Submit originally prepared information, drawn accurately to scale.

B. Submittals: Submit three blue-line or black-line prints of each drawing submittal. One print will be marked with action taken and returned. Distribution: When submittal is approved, the Contractor shall prepare and submit three final copies.

C. Shop drawings shall be done in AutoCAD format. Upon final approval the drawings shall be sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

D. Specifications shall be done in Microsoft Word format and a copy sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

1.4 PRODUCT DATA

A. Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each system or element of construction. Mark each copy to show specific product choices and options applicable to the project. Product Data shall include the following information, where applicable:

1. Manufacturer's printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing standards.

4. Applicability of testing agency labels and seals.

5. Notation of dimensions verified for fit by field measurements.

6. Notation of coordination requirements.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Prior to submittal of complete Product Data, submit a preliminary single copy of that part of Product Data when selection of options is required, such as for color charts. Preliminary submittal will be returned, with selection noted, for the Contractor's use in subsequent submittals.

C. Submittals: Unless otherwise indicated, submit 3 copies of each Product Data submittal. Two copies will be retained, and the remaining copy will be marked with action taken and returned.

The COR may allow electronic copies to be transmitted in lieu of hard copies.

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D. Material and Product substitution shall be in accordance with FAR 52.211-6 and Section 013300-

1.2. A.3.

1.5 SAMPLES

A. Submit full-size, fully fabricated samples, cured and finished in the manner specified. Samples shall be physically identical to the material or product proposed for use.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Where color, pattern, texture or similar characteristics are to be selected from a manufacturer's range of standard choices, submit a preliminary single set sample of available choices when required by the CO.

1.6 OTHER QUALITY ASSURANCE SUBMITTALS

A. Submit other quality assurance submittals in compliance with requirements in the individual specification sections.

1.7 REVIEW ACTION ON SUBMITTALS

A. Except for submittals for the record or for information or for another purpose where no action and return is required, the Government will review submittals and mark returned copies to indicate action taken within a maximum time period of 15 calendar days.

B. Submittals that do not contain an appropriate marking of approval by the Government shall not be used for construction.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not applicable)

END OF SECTION 013300

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 014000 - 1

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

A. This section, FAR 52.246-1 Contractor Inspection Requirements and FAR 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction, include requirements for Contractor quality control services used to verify quality assurance requirements specified elsewhere in the Contract.

B. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent tests.

C. This section includes requirements for quality control services such as soil density compaction, concrete mix and strength testing, sewer line pressure tests and bedding and sand gradation tests (this is not an all-inclusive list of tests that may be required) per State of Missouri Agency Requirements – MO DOT and MO DNR– as they apply to the work being performed.

D. The quality control services include tests and related actions, including reports, performed by the

Contractor, independent testing agencies or governing authorities.

1.2 QUALIFICATIONS OF INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCIES

A. A qualified independent testing Agency shall be an accredited entity engaged to perform tests or inspections, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those tests or inspections.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Reports: The Contractor shall submit a certified written report, in duplicate (or electronic format), of each test, inspection or other quality control service to the Government.

B. Written reports shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making the test or inspection.

6. Designation of the work and test method.

7. Identifications of product and specification section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with

Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting.

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1.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

B. Payment will be full compensation for the work prescribed in this Section. Payment for lump sum pay items will be prorated based on the progress of the work under this Section.

C. Progress Payments and Final Payment for Quality Control will be in accordance with FAR 52.232-5 Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts. The Government shall make progress payments monthly as the work proceeds on estimates of work accomplished which meets the standards of quality established under the contract, as approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.5 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor Responsibilities: The Contractor shall provide for tests, inspections and other quality control services (such as water/wastewater, well water, electrical, etc. tests and inspections) where specified in the Contract or when required by authorities having jurisdiction such as the State of Missouri Agencies—MODOT and MODNR. Costs for these services are included in the Contract price. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government.

B. The Contractor shall employ and pay for a qualified independent testing agency (Agency) to perform the quality control services.

C. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with others performing required tests, inspections, and other quality control services, shall provide access to the work, and shall furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate inspections and tests.

END OF SECTION 014000

REFERENCES 014200 - 1

SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. General Explanation: Specification language often includes terms that are defined elsewhere in the Contract including the Construction Clauses. Certain terms are defined in this section. These definitions or explanations are not necessarily complete or exclusive but are general for the Work and may be explained more explicitly in other sections.

B. "General Conditions" refer collectively to the Construction Contract Clauses, Labor

Standards and the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Decision bound into the specifications.

C. "Indicated" refers to graphic representations, notes or schedules on the Drawings, or to requirements elsewhere in the Specifications or other Contract Documents. Terms such as "shown", "noted", "scheduled" and "specified" have the same meaning as "indicated" and are used to further help locate the reference, but no limitation on location is intended except as specifically stated.

D. Where "directed", "authorized", "selected", "approved", or a similar term is used in conjunction with the Contractor's submittals, applications, requests and other activities, and the specifications state that an individual other than the Contracting Officer (CO) shall provide this action, it is understood that only the CO has this authority unless the individual stated is so authorized in writing by the CO.

1. When the individual is so authorized by the CO, the Contractor may still appeal the action to the CO.

2. The CO’s decision will be final.

3. In no case shall the CO action be interpreted as releasing the Contractor from responsibility to fulfill the requirements of the Contract.

E. "Regulations" include laws, ordinances, statutes and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, as well as rules, conventions and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the Work.

F. "Project site" refers to the space available to the Contractor for performance of the Work, either exclusively or in conjunction with others performing other work.

G. "Furnish" means to supply and deliver to the Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembling, installation and similar operations.

H. "Install" describes operations at the Project site, including unloading, temporary storage, unpacking, assembling, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations.

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I. "Provide" means to furnish and install, complete in place and ready for full use.

J. "Cutting" refers to removal of material by cutting, sawing, drilling, coring, breaking, chipping, grinding, excavating and similar operations.

K. "Patching" refers to restoration of a surface to its original completed condition by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing and similar operations.

L. "Installer" is the Contractor or another entity engaged by the Contractor, either directly or indirectly through subcontracting, to perform a particular construction operation at the Project site, including installation, erection, application and similar operations. Installers shall be skilled in the operations they perform.

M. "Testing agency" or "testing laboratory" is an independent entity engaged to perform specific inspections or tests, either at the Project site or elsewhere, and to report the results of those inspections and tests.

N. "Notice to Proceed" is the CO’s notification by letter to the Contractor to proceed with the

Contract, activating the time period for construction and establishing the completion date.

1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS

A. Applicability of Standards: Unless the Contract includes more stringent requirements, applicable construction industry standards have the same force and effect, to the extent referenced, as if bound or copied directly into the Contract. Such standards are made a part of the Contract by reference.

B. Codes: The Work shall be performed in compliance with the latest editions of the following codes: IMC, NEC, IBC and IPC.

C. The Contractor shall comply with the Forest Service Health and Safety Code Handbook, FSH 6709.11 available at http://www.fs.fed.us/im/directives/fsh/6709.11/FSH6709.pdf.

http://www.fs.fed.us/im/directives/fsh/6709.11/FSH6709.pdf

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D. Conflicting Requirements. Where compliance with two or more standards is specified, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties, and requirements that are different but apparently equal, to the CO in writing for a decision before proceeding.

E. Abbreviations: Names and titles of standards are frequently abbreviated. Abbreviations and acronyms used in the Contract mean the associated names. The following names may be referenced in the Contract:

1. AASHTO - American Association of State Highway and Transportation

2. ACI - American Concrete Institute

3. ADA – American’s with Disabilities Act

4. ADAAG – Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

5. AI - Asphalt Institute

6. AISC - American Institute of Steel Construction

7. AITC - American Institute of Timber Construction

8. ALSC – American Lumber Standard Committee

9. ANSI - American National Standards Institute

10. ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers International

11. ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

12. AWPA - American Wood-Preservers' Association

13. AWS - American Welding Society

14. AWWA - American Water Works Association

15. CABO - Council of American Building Officials

16. CFR - Code of Federal Regulations

17. CRSI - Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute

18. CS - Commercial Standard (U.S. Dept. of Commerce)

19. CSI - Construction Specifications Institute

20. DOT – Department of Transportation

21. EIA - Electronic Industries Association

22. EPA - Environmental Protection Agency

23. FS - Federal Specification (Publications available from GSA)

24. GSA - General Services Administration

25. IBC – International Building Code

26. IFC – International Fire Code

27. IPC – International Plumbing Code

28. ICBO – International Conference of Building Officials

29. MCAA – Mechanical Contractors Association of America

30. MSS-Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry Inc.

31. NECA – National Electrical Contractors Association

32. NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association

33. NEC – National Electrical Code

34. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

35. OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (U.S. Dept. of Labor)

36. PCA - Portland Cement Association

37. SSPC - Steel Structures Painting Council - The Society for Protective Coatings

38. UFAS – Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

39. UL - Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

40. IMC – International Mechanical Code

41. IPC – International Plumbing Code

42. USDA - U.S. Department of Agriculture

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END OF SECTION 014200

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS 015000 - 1

SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

A. Section includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 011000 "Summary" for work restrictions and limitations on utility interruptions.

1.2 USE CHARGES

A. Installation, removal, and use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum unless otherwise indicated.

B. Water from Owner’s System: Water from Owner's water system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

C. Electric Power Service from Existing System: Electric power from Owner's existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Site Utilization Plan: Show temporary facilities, temporary utility lines and connections, staging areas, construction site entrances, vehicle circulation, and parking areas for construction personnel.

B. Fire-Safety Program: Show compliance with requirements of NFPA 241 and authorities having jurisdiction. Indicate Contractor personnel responsible for management of fire-prevention program.

C. Moisture- and Mold-Protection Plan: Describe procedures and controls for protecting materials and construction from water absorption and damage and mold. Describe delivery, handling, storage, installation, and protection provisions for materials subject to water absorption or water damage.

1. Indicate procedures for discarding water-damaged materials, protocols for mitigating water intrusion into completed Work, and requirements for replacing water-damaged Work.

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1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electric Service: Comply with NECA, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service. Install service to comply with NFPA 70.

B. Tests and Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to test and inspect each temporary utility before use. Obtain required certifications and permits.

1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Engage Installer of each permanent service to assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use as a construction facility before Owner's acceptance, regardless of previously assigned responsibilities.

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3.1 TEMPORARY FACILITIES, GENERAL

A. Conservation: Coordinate construction and use of temporary facilities with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials. Coordinate use of temporary utilities to minimize waste.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Install temporary service or connect to existing service.

1. Arrange with utility company, Owner, and existing users for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary services.

B. Sanitary Facilities: Provide temporary toilets and drinking water for use of construction personnel. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities.

3.3 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Traffic Controls: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Protect existing site improvements to remain including roads and utilities.

2. Maintain access for emergency equipment.

B. Waste Disposal Facilities: Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

Comply with progress cleaning requirements in Section 017000 "Execution."

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3.4 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Protection of Existing Facilities: Protect existing vegetation, equipment, structures, utilities, and other improvements at Project site and on adjacent properties, except those indicated to be removed or altered. Repair damage to existing facilities.

1. Where access to adjacent properties is required in order to affect protection of existing facilities, obtain written permission from adjacent property owner to access property for that purpose.

B. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction as required to comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

C. Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control: Comply with requirements of EPA

Construction General Permit or authorities having jurisdiction, whichever is more stringent and requirements specified in Section 311000 "Site Clearing."

D. Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control: Provide measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff and airborne dust to undisturbed areas and to adjacent properties and walkways, according to erosion- and sedimentation-control Drawings, requirements of EPA Construction General Permit or authorities having jurisdiction, whichever is more stringent.

1. Verify that flows of water redirected from construction areas or generated by construction activity do not enter or cross tree- or plant-protection zones.

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

3. Clean, repair, and restore adjoining properties and roads affected by erosion and sedimentation from Project site during the course of Project.

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

E. Stormwater Control: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction. Provide barriers in and around excavations and subgrade construction to prevent flooding by runoff of stormwater from heavy rains.

F. Tree and Plant Protection: Coordinate removal and protection of trees with COR.

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G. Protect tree root systems from damage, flooding, and erosion. Security Enclosure and Lockup:

Install temporary enclosure around partially completed areas of construction. Provide lockable entrances to prevent unauthorized entrance, vandalism, theft, and similar violations of security.

Lock entrances at end of each workday.

H. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for erecting structurally adequate barricades, including warning signs and lighting.

3.5 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

A. Supervision: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. To minimize waste and abuse, limit availability of temporary facilities to essential and intended uses.

B. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended, when it has been replaced by authorized use of a permanent facility, or no later than Substantial Completion. Complete or, if necessary, restore permanent construction that may have been delayed because of interference with temporary facility. Repair damaged Work, clean exposed surfaces, and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

1. Materials and facilities that constitute temporary facilities are property of Contractor.

Owner reserves right to take possession of Project identification signs.

2. At Substantial Completion, repair, renovate, and clean permanent facilities used during construction period. Comply with final cleaning requirements specified in Section 017700 "Closeout Procedures."

END OF SECTION 015000

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 016000 - 1

SECTION 016000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "system," and terms of similar intent.

B. Comparable Product Requests: Submit request for consideration of each comparable product.

Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced.

1. Show compliance with requirements for comparable product requests.

2. Contracting Officer (CO) or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will review the proposed product and notify Contractor of its acceptance or rejection.

C. Basis-of-Design Product Specification Submittal: Show compliance with requirements.

D. Compatibility of Options: If Contractor is given option of selecting between two or more products, select product compatible with products previously selected.

E. Deliver, store, and handle products using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss, including theft. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at Project site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

2. Deliver products to Project site in manufacturer's original sealed container or packaging, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

3. Inspect products on delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

4. Store materials in a manner that will not endanger Project structure.

5. Store products that are subject to damage by the elements, under cover in a weathertight enclosure above ground, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation.

F. Warranties specified in other Sections shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties required by the Contract Documents. Manufacturer's disclaimers and limitations on product warranties do not relieve Contractor of obligations under requirements of the Contract Documents.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCT SELECTION PROCEDURES

A. Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, are undamaged, and, unless otherwise indicated, are new at the time of installation.

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1. Provide products complete with accessories, trim, finish, and other devices and components needed for a complete installation and the intended use and effect.

2. Where products are accompanied by the term "as selected," CO or COR will make selection.

3. Descriptive, performance, and reference standard requirements in the Specifications establish salient characteristics of products.

B. Where the following headings are used to list products or manufacturers, the Contractor's options for product selection are as follows:

1. Products:

a. Where requirements include "one of the following," provide one of the products listed that complies with requirements.

b. Where requirements do not include "one of the following," provide one of the products listed that complies with requirements or a comparable product.

2. Manufacturers:

a. Where requirements include "one of the following," provide a product that complies with requirements by one of the listed manufacturers.

b. Where requirements do not include "one of the following," provide a product that complies with requirements by one of the listed manufacturers or another manufacturer.

3. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide the product named, or indicated on the Drawings, or a comparable product by one of the listed manufacturers.

2.2 COMPARABLE PRODUCTS

A. CO or COR will consider Contractor's request for comparable product when the following conditions are satisfied:

1. Evidence that the proposed product does not require revisions to the Contract Documents, that it is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce the indicated results, and that it is compatible with other portions of the Work.

2. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed product with those named in the Specifications.

3. List of similar installations for completed projects, if requested.

4. Samples, if requested.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 016000

EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS 017000 - 1

SECTION 017000 - EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

A. This section, FAR 52.236-5, FAR 52.236-12 and FAR 52.236.17 include certain general procedural requirements governing the Contractor's execution of the Work, including, but not limited to laying out the Work, general installation of products, correction of defective Work, and cleaning.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Workmanship Standards: Initiate and maintain procedures to ensure personnel performing the Work are skilled and knowledgeable in the methods and craftsmanship needed to produce the required levels of workmanship. Remove and replace Work that does not comply with workmanship specified and standards recognized in the construction industry for the applications indicated. Remove and replace Work damaged or deteriorated by faulty workmanship or replacement of other Work.

B. Manufacturer's Instructions: Where installations include manufactured products, comply with manufacturer's applicable installation instructions and recommendations to the extent that those instructions and recommendations are more explicit or stringent than requirements contained in the Contract. The Contracting Officer’s Representative shall be immediately notified of conflicts between manufacturer’s instructions and the Contract.

C. Minimum Quality and Quantity: The quality level or quantity shown or specified shall be the minimum required for the Work. Except as otherwise indicated, the Work shall comply exactly with that minimum or may be superior to that minimum. Specified numeric values are either minimums or maximums as indicated or as appropriate for the context of the requirements.

3.1 LAYING OUT THE WORK

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A. Before proceeding to lay out the Work, verify layout information shown on the Drawings, in relation to the property survey and existing benchmarks. If discrepancies are discovered notify the Contracting Officer's Representative promptly.

B. Maintain existing benchmarks at the sites as indicated on the Drawings or replace at new locations.

C. Existing Utilities and Equipment: The existence and location of underground and other utilities and construction indicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before beginning site work, investigate and verify the existence and location of underground utilities and other construction.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Site Improvements: The Contractor is responsible for all staking, maintaining and replacing of staking, except: The Government will establish (one time only) a minimum of 2 control points within the project area.

B. Existing Utilities: Furnish information necessary to adjust, move, or relocate existing structures, utility poles, lines, services, or other appurtenances located in or affected by construction. Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction. The Contractor is responsible for contacting the appropriate state agency for locating underground utilities.

C. Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately. Make vertical work plumb and horizontal work level. This is imperative for the drain field. Lateral lines and manifolds are to be laid level. All other piping shall be installed as depicted on the drawings.

B. Install products at the time and under conditions that will produce the optimum results.

C. Conduct construction operations so that no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy.

D. Anchors and Fasteners: Provide anchors and fasteners as required to withstand stresses, vibration and physical distortion. Anchor each component securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other Work.

E. Adjust operating components for proper operation without binding, vibrating, distorting or non-designed movement.

3.4 CORRECTION OF DEFECTIVE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

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B. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and proper adjustment of operating equipment.

C. Remove and replace damaged surfaces that are exposed to view if the surfaces cannot be repaired without visible evidence of repair.

D. Repair components that do not operate properly.