KNOLLS_FACILITY_DEMO_SPECIFICATIONS_8-2021_FINAL.pdf

U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management

Knolls Facility Demolition Tooele County, Utah

2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................................................................................... # OF PAGES

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 SUMMARY

012000 UNIT PRICES AND SCHEDULE OF VALUES

013100 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

024116 STRUCTURE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 – 30 (NOT USED)

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

312000 EARTH MOVING

DIVISION 32 - 33 (NOT USED)

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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by the Contract Documents.

2. Use of premises.

3. Government occupancy requirements.

4. Specification formats and conventions.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Identification: Building Demolition

1. Project Location: Bureau of Land Management - Knolls Warehouse West - Administrative Site I-80 EXIT 41 (Knolls) approximately 2.5 miles West/Northwest of exit on the North frontage road. The project is located in Western Tooele County, UT .

B. The Work includes demolition and disposal of all existing vertical structures as follows:

1. Warehouse (approximately 3510 square feet).

2. Chain link perimeter fencing (approximately 1,230 lineal feet).

3. Contractor shall sweep site, pick up all foreign materials and properly dispose of them.

C. This Work will be performed under a single prime contract.

1.3 GEOTECHNICAL DATA (NOT USED)

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

A. Contractor shall have limited use of premises for demolition operations as indicated on Drawings by the Contract limits.

B. Schedule operations so that Work is conducted during regular office hours which are 7:00 am to 6:00 pm.

C. Schedule and sequence operations necessary to complete the work, including coordination with other crafts relative to the Contractor's requirements. Schedule Work in such manner as to avoid delays in overall demolition and permit proper installation of work.

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D. Use of Site: Limit use of premises to work in areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Government Occupancy: Allow for Government occupancy of area facilities by Government or other authorized personnel.

2. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government and emergency vehicles at all times.

Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

1.5 SPECIFICATION FORMATS AND CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Format: The Specifications are organized into Divisions and Sections using the 33-division format and CSI/CSC's "MasterFormat" numbering system.

1. Division 1: Sections in Division 1 govern the execution of the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

B. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations.

These conventions are as follows:

1. Abbreviated Language: Language used in the Specifications and other Contract Documents is abbreviated. Words and meanings shall be interpreted as appropriate.

Words implied, but not stated, shall be inferred as the sense requires. Singular words shall be interpreted as plural, and plural words shall be interpreted as singular where applicable as the context of the Contract Documents indicates.

a. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011000

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SECTION 012000 - UNIT PRICES AND SCHEDULE OF VALUES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for unit prices and requirements to prepare schedule of values.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Unit price is a price per unit of measurement for materials or services added to or deducted from the Contract Sum by appropriate modification, if estimated quantities of Work required by the Contract Documents are increased or decreased.

1.3 PROCEDURES

A. Unit prices include all necessary material, plus cost for delivery, installation, insurance, applicable taxes, overhead, and profit.

B. Government reserves the right to reject Contractor's measurement of work-in-place that involves use of established unit prices and to have this work measured, at Government expense, by an independent surveyor acceptable to Contractor.

C. List of Unit Prices: A list of unit prices is included in Part 3. Specification Sections referenced in the schedule contain requirements for materials described under each unit price.

1.4 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation of the Schedule of Values with preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

1. Correlate line items in the Schedule of Values with other required administrative forms and schedules, including Application for Payment and Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Submit the Schedule of Values to Contracting Officer at earliest possible date but no later than ten calendar days after the Notice to Proceed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

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A. Units: There will be no separate measurement for individual items of work done under this Contract. The work described in this section will not be measured for payment.

3.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this section will be made.

Consideration for this item shall be included in the bid price for other items of the Contract.

Payment will be made at the Contract price, as indicated in the Bid Schedule, and will include full compensation for the work in the Contract.

END OF SECTION 012000

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SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating demolition operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Project coordination.

2. Project meetings.

B. See Division 1 Section "Execution Requirements" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Coordination: Coordinate demolition operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly completion of each part of the Work. Coordinate demolition operations, included in different sections that depend on each other for sequential demolition, disconnection, and ending of operations for the identified buildings and structures.

B. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities and activities of other contractors to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination: Preparation of Contractor’s Demolition Schedule for maximum efficiency in demolition of different building and structure components, since careful coordination is required for demolition, sorting and recycling of different types of products and materials.

1. Content: Project-specific information, described accurately. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Indicate functional and spatial relationships of components of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical systems to be demolished.

b. Indicate dimensions shown on the Contract Drawings and make specific note of dimensions that appear to be in conflict. Provide alternates to Contracting Officer for resolution of such conflicts. Minor changes and difficult demolition procedures will not be considered changes to the Contract.

2. Sheet Size: At least 8-1/2 by 11 inches but no larger than 30 by 40 inches.

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3. Number of Copies: Submit one electronic copy of each submittal. Contracting Officer will return one electronic copy.

4. Refer to individual Sections for Contractor’s Demolition Schedule requirements for Work in those Sections.

1.4 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. General: Schedule and conduct meetings and conferences at Project site, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Attendees: Inform participants and others involved, and individuals whose presence is required, of date and time of each meeting.

B. Preconstruction Conference: Schedule a preconstruction conference before starting demolition, at a time convenient to Contracting Officer, but no later than 15 days after execution of the Contract. Be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project and present specified preconstruction submittals.

1. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

a. Tentative demolition schedule.

b. Critical work sequencing.

c. Designation of key personnel and their duties.

d. Procedures for processing field decisions and Modifications.

e. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

f. Distribution of the Contract Documents.

g. Submittal procedures.

h. Use of the premises.

i. Work restrictions.

j. Government occupancy requirements.

k. Construction waste management and recycling.

l. Parking availability.

m. Office, work, and storage areas.

n. Equipment deliveries.

o. First aid.

p. Security.

q. Progress cleaning.

r. Working hours.

2. Record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements, including required corrective measures and actions.

C. Progress Meetings: Conduct progress meetings at weekly intervals. Hold the meetings at the project site. Coordinate dates of meetings with preparation of payment requests. Additional progress meetings may be requested by either the Contracting Officer or Contractor.

1. Attendees: In addition to representatives of Government, a Contractor Representative shall be present. All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to status of Project.

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a. Contractor's Demolition Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting.

Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to Contractor's Demolition Schedule.

b. Work execution: Review work progress and review any issues that have may have come up.

1.5 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION – RFI’s (NOT USED)

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 013100

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SECTION 015000 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for sanitary facilities, first aid, vehicular access, and temporary barriers and controls.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Landscape Preservation: The term “injury” as such relates to landscape preservation includes, without limitation, bruising, scarring, tearing, and breaking of roots, trunks, or branches. Injury also includes damage to root systems from contractor equipment leaking oil, hydraulic fluid, or other toxic chemicals.

B. Restricted Area: An area where entry will not be allowed unless authorized by Contracting Officer.

1.3 USE CHARGES

A. Installation and removal of services and use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum. Allow other entities to use temporary services and facilities without cost, including, but not limited to Government construction forces, Contracting Officer, occupants of Project and authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Water Service: Water from Government existing water system is NOT available.

C. Electric Power Service: Electric power from Government existing system is NOT available.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Site Utilization Plan: Show temporary facilities, staging areas 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. Dust-Control Plan: Submit coordination narrative that indicates the dust-control measures proposed for use, and proposed time frame for their operation. Include the following:

1. Locations of dust-control at each phase of work.

2. Waste-handling procedures.

3. Other dust-control measures.

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D. Water Pollution: Prior to start of onsite construction work have Pollution Prevention Plan as required for discharges from construction sites.

E. First Aid Plans: Submit plans for providing medical attention for injured or disabled employees, including onsite emergency procedures and ambulance service, before start of operations.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Standards: Comply with NFPA 241 "Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations, and Demolition Operations," ANSI A10 Series standards for "Safety Requirements for Construction and Demolition," and NECA Electrical Design Library "Temporary Electrical Facilities."

1.6 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Comply with applicable local regulations for haul routes over public highways, roads, or bridges.

Comply with industry standards and applicable laws and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction including following:

1. Building code requirements.

2. Health and safety regulations.

3. Utility company regulations.

4. Police, fire department, and rescue squad rules.

5. Environmental protection regulations.

6. Prevention and control of air pollution.

7. Prevention and control of water pollution.

8. Pesticides. Use pesticides registered with Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in compliance with EPA FIFRA, or with State or local agencies. Conform to most stringent requirement in cases of conflict between specifications, and regulatory requirements.

Contractor shall be responsible for damages resulting from use of pesticides.

B. Explosives: Use will not be permitted.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Temporary materials may be new or used but must be adequate in capacity for the required usage, must not create unsafe conditions, and must not violate requirements of applicable codes and standards.

B. Barrier Tape: Yellow tape Imprinted with "CAUTION: CONSTRUCTION AREA",

2.2 EQUIPMENT

A. Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; with class and extinguishing agent as required by locations and classes of fire exposures.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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.

1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in performance of, but not actually incorporated into, the Work. See other Sections for disposition of salvaged materials that are designated as Government property.

3.2 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required by progress of the Work.

B. Provide each facility ready for use when needed to avoid delay. Do not remove until facilities are no longer needed or are replaced by authorized use of completed permanent facilities.

3.3 HAUL ROUTES, ROADWAYS, AND STORAGE/STAGING AREAS

A. Investigate condition of available public or private roads for clearances, restrictions, bridge-load limits, bond requirements, and other limitations that affect or may affect access and transportation operations to and from jobsite.

B. Established Roadways as Haul Routes: Use existing available Public highways, roads, or bridges as haul routes subject to applicable local regulations. Tracked or heavy vehicles will not be allowed. Repair any damage caused by construction traffic.

1. Provide and use means of removing mud from vehicle tires before entering existing paved roads. Repair and cleanup roadways.

C. Maintenance: Maintain haul routes, roadways, parking and storage areas, in sound, smooth condition. Maintain roadbed, side slopes, structures, and surfacing of roads and areas until completion and acceptance of Work. Maintain surfacing of gravel-surfaced roads and areas in a smooth condition until completion and acceptance of Work. Snow removal for convenience of Contractor or to facilitate work operations shall be considered normal required maintenance.

D. Repair: Promptly repair ruts, broken pavement, potholes, low areas with standing water, and other deficiencies to maintain road and parking area surfaces and drainage in original or specified condition.

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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.

B. Storm Water Control: Comply with authorities having jurisdiction. Provide barriers in and around excavations and subgrade construction to prevent flooding by runoff of storm water from heavy rains.

C. Temporary Fire Protection: Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities of types needed to protect against reasonably predictable and controllable fire losses. Comply with

NFPA 241.

1. Prohibit smoking in construction areas.

2. Supervise welding and grinding operations and similar sources of fire ignition according to requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Develop and supervise an overall fire-prevention and fire-protection program for personnel at Project site. Review needs and establish procedures to be followed and instruct personnel in methods and procedures. Post warnings and information.

3.5 AIR POLLUTION CONTROL

A. Responsibility: Contractor shall be responsible for damages resulting from dust originating from Contractor operations. Government may stop construction activity contributing to air pollutant levels which are excessive or in violation of Federal, State, or local laws. Expenses resulting from work stoppage will be responsibility of Contractor.

B. Requirements: Utilize such methods and devices as are reasonably available to prevent, control, and otherwise minimize atmospheric emissions or discharges of air contaminants.

1. Do not operate equipment and vehicles that show excessive emissions of exhaust gases until corrective repairs or adjustments reduce such emissions to acceptable levels.

2. Provide dust control and abatement during construction. Prevent, control, and abate dust pollution on rights-of-way provided by Government or elsewhere during performance of work. Provide labor, equipment, and materials, and use efficient methods wherever and whenever required to prevent dust nuisance or damage to persons, property, or activities, including dwellings and residences, recreational activities, traffic, and similar conditions.

3. Burning of cleared materials, combustible construction materials, and rubbish shall not be permitted on the jobsite.

3.6 WATER POLLUTION CONTROL

A. Contractor Water Pollution Violations: If noncompliance should occur, report noncompliance to Contracting Officer immediately (orally), with specific information submitted in writing within two calendar days. Consistent violations of applicable Federal, State, or local laws, orders, regulations, or Water Quality Standards may result in Contracting Officer stopping site activity until compliance is ensured. Contractor shall not be entitled to extensions of time, claims for

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damage, or additional compensation by reason of such work stoppages. Corrective measures required to bring activities into compliance shall be at Contractor's expense.

B. Pollution Controls: Control pollutants by use of sediment and erosion controls, wastewater and stormwater management controls, construction site management practices, and other controls including State and local control requirements.

1. Sediment and Erosion Controls: Establish methods for controlling sediment and erosion which address vegetative practices, structural control, silt fences, straw dikes, sediment controls, and operator controls as appropriate. Institute stormwater management measures as required, including velocity dissipators, and solid waste controls which address controls for building materials and offsite tracking of sediment.

2. Wastewater and Stormwater Management Controls: Use methods of dewatering, unwatering, excavating, or stockpiling earth and rock materials which include prevention measures to control silting and erosion, and which will intercept and settle runoff of sediment-ladened waters. Prevent wastewater from general construction activities such as drain water collection, or other construction operations, from entering flowing or dry watercourses. Divert stormwater runoff from upslope areas and away from disturbed areas.

3. Construction Site Management: Perform construction activities by methods that will prevent entrance, or accidental spillage, of solid matter, contaminants, debris, or other pollutants or wastes into streams, flowing or dry watercourses or underground water sources. Such pollutants and wastes include: refuse, garbage, cement, sanitary waste, industrial waste, hazardous materials, radioactive substances, oil and other petroleum products, aggregate processing tailings, mineral salts, and thermal pollution.

END OF SECTION 015000

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SECTION 024116 - STRUCTURE DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Demolition and removal of Knolls Warehouse building and vertical structures.

2. Disconnecting, capping or sealing, and abandoning in place site utilities. All utilities shall be cut and capped 10 feet from the structure or building foundation.

B. Unless otherwise indicated, demolition waste becomes property of Contractor.

1.2 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETINGS

A. Pre-demolition Conference: Conducted on site at the BLM - Knolls Warehouse West - I-80 EXIT 41 (Knolls). Approximately 2.8 miles West/Northwest of exit on North frontage road Tooele County, UT

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Provide demolition and disposal plan describing types of equipment and process for demolition and describe how materials will be disposed of, separated and recycled.

B. Identify addresses of solid waste disposal and recycling facilities utilized. Provide weigh tickets for all materials transported to these facilities.

C. Schedule of building demolition activities with starting and ending dates for each activity.

D. Statement of Refrigerant Recovery: Signed by authorized refrigerant recovery technician.

1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Inventory of items that have been removed and salvaged.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Refrigerant Recovery Technician Qualifications: Certified by EPA-approved certification program.

1.6 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Buildings to be demolished will be vacated and their use discontinued before start of the Work.

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B. Buildings immediately adjacent to demolition area will be occupied. Conduct building demolition so operations of occupied buildings will not be disrupted.

1. Provide not less than 72 hours' notice of activities that will affect operations of adjacent occupied buildings.

2. Maintain access to existing walkways, exits, and other facilities used by occupants of adjacent buildings.

a. Do not close or obstruct walkways, exits, or other facilities used by occupants of adjacent buildings without written permission from authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far as practical.

1. Before building demolition, Owner will remove the following items:

a. Fence materials

b. Tools, shelving and general maintenance or minor construction related materials and equipment that could be utilized in other Owner buildings.

D. On-site storage or sale of removed items or materials is not permitted.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before beginning demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Standards: Comply with ANSI/ASSE A10.6 and NFPA 241.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped before starting demolition operations.

B. Perform demolition operations in a systematic fashion, section by section and from the top down. All personnel shall stay out of the structure once demolition activities have commenced.

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3.2 PREPARATION

A. Refrigerant: Before starting demolition remove refrigerant from mechanical equipment according to 40 CFR 82 and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Salvaged Items: There are no items to be disassembled and salvaged with this contract.

3.3 DEMOLITION

A. General: Demolish all Knolls buildings and vertical structures completely. Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations of governing regulations and as follows:

1. Do not use cutting torches until work area is cleared of flammable materials. Maintain portable fire-suppression devices during any and all flame-cutting operations.

2. Maintain fire watch during and for at least 2 hours after flame-cutting operations.

3. Maintain adequate ventilation when using cutting torches.

4. Locate building demolition equipment and remove debris and materials so as not to impose excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.

B. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct building demolition and debris removal and separation of recycling material operations to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, walkways, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.

1. Use water mist and other suitable wetting material methods to limit spread of dust and dirt. Comply with governing environmental protection regulations.

C. Explosives: Use of explosives is not permitted.

D. Proceed with demolition of structural framing members systematically, from higher to lower level. Complete building demolition operations above each floor or tier before disturbing supporting members on the next lower level.

E. Salvage: There are no items to be disassembled and salvaged with this contract.

F. Existing Utilities: Abandon utilities outside this area in place. There are no active utility services on site.

1. Septic tank shall be pumped and collapsed prior to backfilling.

G. Below-Grade Areas: Completely fill below-grade areas and voids resulting from building demolition operations with satisfactory soil materials, according to backfill requirements in Section 312000 "Earth Moving."

H. Site Grading: Uniformly rough grade area of demolished construction to a smooth surface, free from irregular surface changes. Provide a smooth transition between adjacent existing grades and new grades. Comply with requirements in Section 311000 “Site Clearing” and Section 31200 “Earth Moving.”

I. Promptly notify Owner and Contracting Officer if hazardous materials or asbestos is encountered.

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3.4 CLEANING

A. Remove demolition waste materials from Project site and recycle or dispose of them in an EPA approved construction and demolition waste landfill and recycling facility acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Contractor shall sweep Work site (inside fenced area), pick up all foreign materials and properly dispose of them.

C. Do not burn demolished materials.

D. Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by building demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before building demolition operations began.

END OF SECTION 024116

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SECTION 312000 - EARTH MOVING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Excavating and filling for rough grading the Site.

2. Excavating and backfilling trenches for utilities and pits for buried utility structures.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Backfill: Soil material used to fill an excavation.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS (NOT USED)

1.4 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Utility Locator Service: Notify utility locator service for area where Project site is located before beginning earth-moving operations.

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B. Do not commence earth-moving operations until plant-protection measures are in place.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SOIL MATERIALS

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

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Protect structures, utilities, and other facilities from damage caused by settlement, lateral movement, undermining, washout, and other hazards created by earth-moving operations.

B. Protect and maintain erosion and sedimentation controls during earth-moving operations.

3.2 EXCAVATION, GENERAL

3.3 GRADING

A. General: Uniformly grade areas to a smooth surface, free of irregular surface changes. Comply with compaction requirements and grade to match existing contours. The Government anticipates onsite soil materials can be utilized to re-grade excavated site.

3.4 PROTECTION

A. Protecting Graded Areas: Protect newly graded areas from traffic, freezing, and erosion. Keep free of trash and debris.

B. Repair and reestablish grades to specified tolerances where completed or partially completed surfaces become eroded, rutted, settled, or where they lose compaction due to subsequent construction operations or weather conditions.

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C. This will be constructedWork will be performed under a single prime contract.

B. See Division 1 Section "Execution Requirements" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

2. Record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements, including required corrective measures and actions.

1.5 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION – RFI’s (NOT USED)