P500_Amd0003_SPECS.pdf

FY24 MCAF PROJECT PAF-180500, BOMBER APRON WON 1663847

Royal Australian Air Force Base Tindal, Australia Final Submittal

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WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.1.1 Australian Standards

Without limiting the Conditions of Contract, the Contract includes published documents adduced by reference (to the whole or part), and the Contractor (itself or through its agents) is deemed to have adequate knowledge of them. Responsibilities and duties of the Commonwealth, Contractor and Contracting Officer are not altered by requirements in such published documents referenced in the Works Description. Unless otherwise specified in the Works Description and, where applicable, materials and workmanship shall be in accordance with the latest version of the Technical Specification, Drawings and the applicable Australian Standards and Codes. Site Copies: Keep copies on Site of those referenced documents in the Works Description that are cited or referenced or that specify Site work.

AUSTRALIAN GOVERNMENT CIVIL AVIATION SAFETY AUTHORITY (CASA)

MOS139 Manual of Standards Part 139 - Aerodromes

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for Contractor Quality Control approval. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Construction Security Management Plan

List of Contact Personnel

Vehicle List

Site Management Plan ; G

Accident Prevention Plan ; G

Work Health And Safety Plan ; G

Security Management Plan ; G

EO CCC Plan (If Applicable) ; G

Method Of Working Plan (MOWP) ; G

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1.3 SPECIAL SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

a. The Contractor operations as approved by Contracting Officer must not interfere with normal operation.

b. Have materials, equipment, and personnel required to perform the work at the site prior to the commencement of the work.

c. Permission to interrupt any Activity roads or utility service must be requested in writing by way of a CWIBS document, completed and submitted a minimum of 25 working days prior to the desired date of interruption. Provide a Permission to Interrupt (PTI) to the Contracting Officer to communicate construction activities affecting the Base operations including but not limited to concrete pours, service temporary closures and temporary fencing. The PTI is to provide notice of the upcoming activity, the expected duration of the works and the areas affected. Submit the request to the RAAF Tindal Base Manager via the Contracting Officer.

d. During exercises, lockdown rehearsals and lockdown, the Contractor will not be able to work. The Contractor should allow for up to two working days per annum for lock down rehearsals. Lock down rehearsals will not be advised in advance by the Australian Department of Defence.

e. The work is within the airside operational area at RAAF Base Tindal.

Any construction lights are to be shrouded in accordance with MOS139.

The construction of structures are within close proximity to the JOCS and cranes are not to encroach the JOCS.

Any construction works using cranes shall only be permitted with prior approval from the RAAF Base Tindal Base Safety Officer and site stakeholders. The Contractor shall provide 15 days' notice when seeking approval for the use of a crane. Subject to the construction methodology, the Contractor may need to submit a NOTAM to the Contracting Officer to use a crane. An Obstacle Assessment form will be required to be submitted along with the CWIBS Submission.

The Contractor is to refer to 01 50 00 for further detail regarding the execution of works within airside areas.

f. The work under this contract requires special attention to the scheduling and conduct of the work in connection with existing operations. Identify on the construction schedule each factor which constitutes a potential interruption to operations.

g. The following conditions apply:

(1) During exercises, lockdown rehearsals and lockdown, the Contractor will not be able to work.

(2) Tindal, Northern Territory has distinct dry and wet seasons. The dry season typically occurs from May to October. The wet season typically occurs from November to April.

(3) Pitch Black exercise typically spans a duration of three weeks and is scheduled to take place between late June and early August in even numbered years. As a result, the contractor should anticipate and plan for potential disruptions, as the Base will experience increased activity during this period. While construction

SECTION 01 14 00 Page 2 activities will generally be permitted to proceed, it is important for the contractor to be aware that certain areas may necessitate additional coordination, which will be communicated by the Base Infrastructure Advisor Office through the contracting office.

Therefore, the contractor is advised to take this information into account when scheduling their work activities during the specified timeframe. generally occurs from late June to early August in even numbered years. Other training exercises are regularly scheduled throughout the year. Coordinate scheduling of construction activities with training exercises via the Contracting Officer.

(4) The RAAF Base Tindal December stand-down period occurs from late December to early January. Engage with the Contracting Officer to confirm exact timings.

(5) Australian Government holidays are defined as Northern Territory public holidays including the regional holiday for Katherine Show Day. A list of holidays is available at https://nt.gov.au/nt-public-holidays .

(6) The Reduced Activity Period (RAP) is typically 4 weeks, commencing mid-December and ending mid-January. Construction activities can continue during this period, there are no restrictions from a base perspective, however Base support is limited during this time.

(7) Base operations may interrupt Contractor work. Allow for 10 interruption days in addition to the RAP.

(8) Coordination with other construction projects being delivered or being planned to be delivered on at RAAF Base Tindal.

1.4 CONTRACTOR ACCESS AND USE OF PREMISES

1.4.1 Activity Regulations

Ensure that Contractor personnel employed on the Activity become familiar with and obey Activity regulations including safety, fire, traffic and security regulations. Keep within the limits of the work and avenues of ingress and egress. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas. Do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry. Ensure all Contractor equipment, include delivery vehicles, are clearly identified with their company name.

The Contractor is to refer to 01 50 00 for further details.

1.4.2 Lockdown

In the event of a lockdown, an alert of 'LOCKDOWN LOCKDOWN' will be broadcasted across the radio network. If no radio network is available, the Contractor will be contacted and advised to go into Lockdown. The Contractor is required to then take a ‘Run-Hide’ response. This involves the Contractor leaving the Site and finding a safe location to bunker down. Whilst in Lockdown, the Contractor must not return to the Site. Once the building the Contractor is bunkered in has been secured it is not to be opened until the Lockdown situation is over. The Contactor is to radio/call the RAAF Base Tindal liaison officer and advise that it has responded to the lockdown and has exited the Site. Personnel are to remain in Lockdown until the ‘STAND DOWN’ or ‘ALL CLEAR’ command is given where all personnel are to report to the RAAF Base Tindal liaison officer for a

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1.4.2.1 Subcontractors and Personnel Contacts

Provide a list of contact personnel of the Contractor and subcontractors including addresses and telephone numbers for use in the event of an emergency. As changes occur and additional information becomes available, correct and change the information contained in previous lists.

1.4.2.2 RAAF Base Tindal Induction

a. To access RAAF Base Tindal all visitors/contractor personnel must undertake a Base induction and a one day Airside Awareness Training for airside access.

b. Prior to entering Unit areas, all visitors/contractor personnel must check with the Unit or building point of contact (POC) for site specific induction.

c. Foreign National visitors/contractor's personnel must have prior approval from Base Manger (BM) or Senior Australian Defence Force Officer (SADFO) prior to accessing RAAF Base Tindal. Foreign Nationals will need to present a valid form of identification (drivers license or passport) at the front gate and be escorted at all times by a DCAC holder.

d. The Contractor is responsible for verifying access restrictions for the installations associated with foreign national workers prior to submission. The Contractor is to engage with the RAAF Base Tindal Redevelopment Base Redevelopment Officer to confirm this.

1.4.3 No Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited within and outside of all buildings on installation, except in designated smoking areas. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction and buildings under renovation. Discarding tobacco materials other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and is subject to fines. The Contracting Officer will identify designated smoking areas.

1.4.4 Explosive Ordnance Consultation, Coordination and Cooperation

a. The Contractor acknowledges and agrees that:

(1) the Works and the Contractor's Activities will be carried out in the vicinity of the movement, storage (including in truck parking bays and buildings) and distribution of Explosive Ordnance (EO) stored and deployed in operational Explosive Ordnance depots (EO Depots) and that there are inherent risks to the safety of the Contractor's personnel and subcontractors in these circumstances;

and

(2) without limiting the Contractor's obligations under the Contract, this Australian Requirements Schedule or the WHS Legislation, in carrying out the Works and the Contractor's Activities the Contractor will comply with eDEOP 101.

b. The Contractor must:

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(1) consult, co-ordinate and co-operate with the Australian Department of Defence, the EO Contractor and any other relevant person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) to plan, program and integrate the Contractor's Activities and the Works (including the work of all subcontractors) so as to:

- minimize damage to, interface with or hindrance of the activities of the EO Contractor; and

- maximise safety, including compliance with all Statutory

Requirements.

(2) comply with all Joint Logistics Command Regulations or directions regarding safety distances for construction sites issued to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer and from time to time, the Australian Department of Defence;

(3) without limiting subparagraph (1), for the purpose of preparing and submitting:

- the Site Management Plan ;

- the Accident Prevention Plan ; and

- an EO CCC Plan (if applicable) ,

(4) consult, co-ordinate and co-operate with the Australian Department of Defence, the Contracting Officer, the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor and any other relevant PCBU to ensure that the Site Management Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, Work Health and Safety Plan and EO CCC Plan appropriately address all risks in connection with the Contractor's Activities or Works, including, at a minimum:

- the outcomes of specific risk assessments carried out in consultation, co-ordination and co-operation with the Commonwealth, the Contracting Officer, the Australian Department of Defence EO Contractor and any other relevant PCBU;

- the risks related to performance of the Contractor's Activities and the Works (including construction work as defined in the WHS Legislation) in the vicinity of the movement, storage (including in truck parking bays and buildings) and distribution of EO within active and operational areas;

- the question of whether EO stock relocation would create risks for those engaged in any EO stock relocation that are disproportionate to the risks involved in such EO stock remaining in place; and

- any other matters required by:

i. the Contract; or

ii. the Contracting Officer;

(5) carry out the Contractor's Activities and the Works:

- in accordance with the finalised Site Management Plan, Work Health and Safety Plan and EO CCC Plan (where applicable);

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- so as to minimise damage to, interface with or hindrance of the activities of the EO Contractor;

- so as to maximise safety, including compliance with all Statutory Requirements (including all Joint Logistics Command Regulations or directions on safety distances for construction sites issued to the Contractor by the Australian Department of Defence from time to time); and

(6) attend all coordination meetings called by the Contracting Officer to plan, program and integrate the Contractor's Activities and the Works (including the work of all subcontractors) with the activities of the EO Contractor;

(7) at all times take all necessary steps to protect the Works from accidental damage caused by the EO Contractor; and

(8) at all times cooperate with the Contracting Officer, the Australian Department of Defence and the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor so as to promote and foster a coordinated and integrated approach to the Contractor's Activities and the works, and the activities of the EO Contractor.

c. Where such damage, interference or hindrance is the unavoidable consequence of the Contractor's Activities and the works being properly carried out, give at least 15 working days advance notice in writing to the Contracting Officer with a view to reaching an agreed procedure to prevent or minimise any such damage, interference or hindrance (and if such procedure cannot be agreed, the Contracting Officer will instruct the Contractor as to the course it must adopt).

d. The Contractor will not be relieved from compliance with any of its obligations under the Contract or otherwise at law or in equity as a result of:

(1) any direction by Contracting Officer or the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor concerning a Site Management Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, EO CCC Plan or the Contractor's compliance or non-compliance with a Site Management Plan, Work Health and Safety Plan or EO CCC Plan;

(2) any audit or other monitoring by Australian Department of Defence or the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor of the Contractor's compliance with a Site Management Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, or EO CCC Plan (if applicable); or

(3) any failure by Contracting Officer, Australian Department of Defence, the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor or other relevant PCBU, or anyone else acting on behalf of the Government, to detect any defect in or omission from a Site Management Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, or EO CCC Plan (if applicable), including where any such failure arises from any negligence on the part of Contracting Officer, Australian Department of Defence, the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor or other relevant PCBU or other person.

e. For the purpose of this Contract:

(1) RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor means TBC or such other person as

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(2) EO CCC Plan means the plan prepared for the Contractor's Activities or Works which must set out in adequate detail how the Contractor will implement to manage the Contractor's Activities and the Works to:

- minimise damage to, interface with or hindrance of the activities of the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor; and

- maximise safety, including compliance with all Statutory Requirements (including all Australian Department of Defence Regulations or directions on safety distances for construction sites issued to the Contractor by the Commonwealth from time to time).

f. Without limiting the Contractor's obligations, the Contractor agrees that where an Explosive Ordnance Consultation, Cooperation and Coordination Plan (EO CCC Plan) is required by eDEOP 101 or is otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer (including where requested by the Commonwealth which includes the Australian Department of Defence Explosive Ordnance Licensing Authority (EOLA) and approved Defence Explosive Ordnance Authority Dangerous Goods (DEOA DG).), the Contractor will contribute to an EO CCC Plan which addresses as a minimum:

(1) all Statutory Requirements, including:

- the WHS Legislation; and

- all Australian Department of Defence Requirements, including with regards to safety distances for workplaces where construction work is carried out, as issued to the Contractor by the Contracting Officer, from time to time;

(2) the key roles and responsibilities of all Contractor, subcontractor and Other Contractor personnel in carrying out the Contractor's Activities and Works (so far as they relate to the matters set out in subparagraph (b)(1));

(3) the procedure for the consultation, cooperation and coordination of the parties regarding work health and safety matters where the Contractor owes a concurrent duty under the WHS Legislation;

(4) the outcomes of specific risk assessments carried out in consultation, coordination and cooperation with the Commonwealth, the Contracting Officer, Other Contractors and any other person owing a concurrent work health and safety duty;

(5) the risks and identified risk elimination and minimization strategies (including control measures) identified by the Contractor regarding the risk assessments referred to in subparagraph (4), including regarding construction work (as defined in the WHS Legislation) carried out in the vicinity of the movement, storage (including in truck parking bays and buildings) and distribution of EO within active and operational areas of RAAF Base Tindal; and

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(6) any other matters required by the Contract or Contracting Officer.

g. The EO CCC Plan must be approved by the Contracting Officer prior to any of the Contractor's Activities or the Works commencing on Site.

h. The Contractor must work collaboratively with the Contracting Officer to schedule co-ordination meetings to ensure the Contractor plans, programs and integrates the Contractor's Activities and the Works (including the work of all subcontractors) with activities of all other persons owing a concurrent work health and safety duty.

1.4.5 Delay Allowances

a. The Contractor acknowledges and agrees that the Contractor's Activities and the works will be carried out in the vicinity of the movement, storage (including in truck parking bays and buildings) and distribution of EO within active and operational EO Depots managed and operated by the EO Contractor as part of the national EO Network.

b. The Contractor acknowledges and agrees that the Contractor's Activities and the Works at the Site (including the Contractor's ability to access part or all of the Site or to carry out the Contractor's Activities in respect of certain parts of the works) may be delayed, prevented, restricted, interrupted, disrupted, changed, inconvenienced or otherwise affected by:

(1) Rehearsals, lock down periods and exercises; and

(2) EO Network requirements, including the activities of the RAAF Base Tindal EO Contractor, from time to time, and the Contractor warrants that it has, and it will be deemed to have, done everything that would be expected of a prudent, competent and experienced contractor in:

A. assessing the risks which it is assuming under the Contract;

B. ensuring that:

- each Date for Completion; and

- the Contract Price, contains sufficient allowances to protect it against any of these risks eventuating.

c. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Contract, the Contractor acknowledges and agrees that it is not entitled to make (nor will the Government be liable upon) any Claim in respect of a Stage set out below arising out of or in connection with such:

(1) Pitch Black rehearsals, lockdown periods and exercises in or around June to August 2024; or

(2) EO Network activities, including the activities of the EO Contractor, from time to time, including under clauses relating:

- Delayed Access;

- Extensions of Time;

- Agreed Damages;

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- Suspension of the Contract; or

- Acceleration of the Contract; or

- otherwise at law unless and until the period of delay, prevention, restriction, interruption, disruption, change, inconvenience or otherwise (in aggregate) exceeds a total of 20 working days.

1.4.6 Working Hours

Regular working hours at RAAF Base Tindal are between 0800 - 1700, Monday through Friday. For access outside of these hours, after hours permissions can be sought from the BM via the Contracting Officer.

For all Contractor's Activities on Site which are inside the Inhabitable Building Distance (IBD) or otherwise notified in writing by the Contracting Officer from time to time the working hours are Monday to Saturday: 0800 - 1700 excluding Northern Territory public or regional holidays. The finalised Site Management Plan, Accident Prevention Plan, Work Health and Safety Plan and EO CCC Plan will define the designated and permitted construction zones relevant to the Works.

For all Contractor's Activities on Site which are outside the Inhabitable Building Distance (IBD) or otherwise notified in writing by the Contracting Officer from time to time the working hours are Monday to Friday: 0800 - 1700 excluding Northern Territory public or regional holidays.

1.4.7 Work Outside Regular Hours

Work outside regular working hours requires Contracting Officer approval.

Contractor shall make application 15 working days prior to such work to allow arrangements to be made by the Government for inspecting the work in progress, giving the specific dates, hours, location, type of work to be performed, contract number and project title. Based on the justification provided, the Contracting Officer may approve work outside regular hours.

During periods of darkness, the different parts of the work must be lighted in a manner approved by the Contracting Officer. Lighting used in airside areas must comply with MOS139.

1.4.8 Utility Cutovers and Interruptions

a. Make utility cutovers and interruptions after normal working hours or on Saturdays, Sundays, and Government holidays. Conform to procedures required in paragraph WORK OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS.

b. Ensure that new utility lines are complete, except for the connection, before interrupting existing service.

c. Interruption to water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, telephone service, electric service, air conditioning, heating, fire alarm and compressed air, are considered utility cutovers pursuant to the paragraph WORK

OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS.

d. Connection to Existing Sanitary Sewer Line: Provide positive verification that the existing line conveys sanitary sewer; verify line is not incorrectly connected to a storm drain.

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1.4.9 Lightning Strikes

The Northern Territory is prone to lightning strike storm events which may prohibit works from being undertaken onsite at RAAF Base Tindal. The Contractor is to allow within its program up to 10 working days allowance for potential delays associated with lightning strike events.

1.5 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

1.5.1 Security Management Plan

The Contractor will be required to prepare and submit a Construction Security Management Plan . The plan must describe in detail the measures that will be implemented to ensure security including identification and pass procedures, controlling the Contractor's activities on Base and at the project site, and any physical security measures during regular work hours and outside of regular work hours.

1.5.2 Commonwealth Security Requirements

a. The Contractor must establish the necessary systems and hierarchy of controls in order to be Defence Industry Security Program (DISP) ready.

b. The Contractor must provide, for the duration of the Contractor’s Activities, a “Unit Security Officer” holding the necessary accreditation to receive sensitive and classified information (where required). The Unit Security Officer (may on an as needed basis) be required to process security clearances for any person engaged in connection with the Contractor’s Activities or the Works who requires a Australian Defence Common Access Card (DCAC).

c. Without limiting its obligations under the Contract, the Contractor must ensure that it and its personnel:

(1) Is strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Australian Defence Security Manual.

(2) Has first been approved in writing by the US Government and/or the Commonwealth Government of Australia (which approval may be subject to any conditions that the US Government thinks fit including execution of any deed of confidentiality).

(3) Disclosure is not otherwise prohibited under the laws of the United States.

(4) Written authorization is obtained by the Contracting Officer.

e. The Contractor shall handle and store any Classified Information in its possession or control strictly in accordance with the provisions of the Australian Defence Security Manual and the laws of the United States.

f. The Contractor shall ensure that any subcontract made in connection with this Contract contains enforceable obligations requiring the subcontractor to comply with the Contractor's obligations arising under this paragraph as if the subcontractor were the Contractor.

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1.5.3 Installation Access

The Contractor is to submit request for personnel and vehicle passes together. In addition to the RAAF Base Tindal Induction, all personnel working within airside areas or within the Explosive Ordnance (EO) precinct will be required to undergo separate inductions.

All personnel entering the base shall show a current pass before entering the base. Permanent Site-based staff (e.g. Site Manager, Site Foreman, etc.) will be required to apply for a DCAC to facilitate regular entry to the Base. The completed pro-forma DCAC (AE294 Form) application must be submitted to the Contracting Officer a minimum of 30 days before site access is required.

Two types of DCACs can be applied for:

a. Cleared DCAC which requires a valid Australian Government Security Clearance. This pass enables the holder to escort visitors and provides after-hours access to site.

b. Uncleared DCAC which requires an Australian Federal Police Check that has been issued for less than 30 days. This pass provides restricted access onsite, enabling the holder to escort visitors and provides after-hours access to site.

All non-permanent Contractor Site-based employees, subcontractors, suppliers and any other persons connected with the Contractor's Activities and the Works will be required to present a DCAC to gate security prior to entry to the Base each day. Upon application in an approved form reviewed and not rejected by the Contracting Officer, a DCAC (valid for the duration of the works) may be issued by the Commonwealth (in its absolute discretion) to employees, subcontractors, suppliers and any other persons connected with the Contractor's activities and the Works. The requested duration of the Pass must be no greater than is required by the Contractor's Program.

While the passes are processed an interim paper pass valid for up to 30 days can be provided on request and subject to review by the RAAF Base Tindal BM. The request is to include the required details (name, contact details, address, employer, date of access, drivers license) and a police check. The paper pass application is to be submitted to the Contracting Officer a minimum of seven days prior to the requested first entry date.

All deliveries to Base, including concrete deliveries, must either have a DCAC or be escorted by a DCAC holder. A two-day paper pass can be arranged for infrequent visitors with 5 days' notice and a Australian Federal Police check being provided.

The Contractor will maintain on-site an up-to-date register of all visitor passes requested and approved. This register will be available for review by the Contracting Officer at any time. A Base Pass will be valid for entry to the Base between the access hours for Contractor’s Activities on Site as set out in or otherwise in accordance with the Contract.

Drivers of vehicles entering the Base are required to hold a valid drivers license, complete an induction before entering Base and vehicle registrations must be current. All Northern Territory road rules, including but not limited to speed regulations, mobile phone usage and vehicle loading must be complied with within the Base and may be enforced

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The Contractor will be required to maintain strict accountability over passes. This includes tracking which of its personnel hold DCACs and visitor passes and immediately report to the Contracting Offices, passes missing or lost and the circumstances. Should any personnel be identified by the Contracting Officer as unsuitable for access, the Contractor shall ensure that these personnel are not granted or continue to be granted entry. The Contractor must report to the Contracting Officer within 24 hours all unauthorized access, safety and security incidents or accidents relating to the Project.

1.5.4 Security Escorts

A security escort is required for all visitors and non-DCAC holders.

Contractor personnel who hold DCACs may function as security escorts.

The security escort must be with the person or group of persons being escorted at all times while within RAAF Base Tindal. Escorted personnel must be within visual sight of the security escort and able to communicate directly.

Subcontractors authorized to provide security escort services are available, but if utilized, must be engaged by the Contractor. No additional cost to the Government will be allowed for security escorts after contract award.

1.5.5 Personnel

Submit for approval, at least 15 days prior to the desired date of entry, an original alphabetical list of personnel who require entry into Government property to perform work on the project. Furnish for each person:

a. Name

b. Date and place of birth

c. Citizenship

d. Home address

e. Government-issued photo identification

1.5.6 Citizenship Requirements

There are currently no restrictions in place that prevent aliens (non-Australian citizens) from being granted access to RAAF Base Tindal.

Aliens will need to either apply for an uncleared DCAC or submit a Visitor Request form in order to gain access to RAAF Base Tindal.

1.5.7 Vehicle List

Submit an original list of vehicles to be utilized at the work site with the following information for each vehicle:

a. Make

b. Year

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c. Model

d. License number

e. Registered owner

1.5.8 Defence's Security Alert System

a. The Contractor acknowledges and agrees that:

(1) the Base and the Site is subject to the Defence's Security Alert System; and

b. The Contractor must be, and must ensure that its subcontractors are, fully familiar with the requirements of Defence’s Security Alert System in relation to RAAF Base Tindal.

c. The Contractor must, and must ensure that its subcontractors:

(1) attend any required security briefing from time to time; and

(2) at any level applicable to the Site from time to time.

d. If there is any change to Defence’s Security Alert System level (or individual measure from a higher level to meet a specific threat or threats) applicable to the Base or the Site from time to time after entering into contract with the US Government, the Effective Date, the Contractor must immediately comply with any such changes in Defence’s Security Alert System requirements.

1.6 PROHIBITED ITEMS

The Contractor’s employees, subcontractors, suppliers and any other persons connected with the Contractor's Activities and the Works are prohibited from bringing any of the following on to the base:

a. Video recorders/cameras;

b. Firearms;

c. Cameras (except as noted in the Works Description' clause on Photographs);

d. Tape recorders;

e. Telescopes;

f. Binoculars;

g. Animals (including pets);

h. Drugs that are prohibited by law including marijuana; and

i. Alcohol.

1.7 PHOTOGRAPHS

Taking project related photos will be limited to key personnel only within

SECTION 01 14 00 Page 13 construction areas and personnel are required to be approved by the RAAF Base Tindal BM. Applications made to the Contracting Officer are to include the name of the person seeking authorization, details of what will be photographed, why, relevance to Contract, date and time when photographs will be taken.

Photographs are to be submitted as directed by the Contracting Officer for review. One SIM Card is to be used which is to be handed over to the Contracting Officer at Completion.

Except as set out in this clause, photography is not permitted on the Site or on Base without the prior written permission of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor’s Foreman and/or Site Manager may take photos of the Site for sole purposes of construction records. These photos must be reviewed by the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor must ensure that none of its employees, subcontractors, suppliers or other persons in connection with the Contractor's Activities and the Works:

a. Takes photographs of Base facilities, vehicles and/or personnel without the specific prior written approval of the Contracting Officer.

b. Takes any photographs without carrying the relevant authorization on their person.

Persons doing so may be immediately removed from the Base and the Site and entry rights revoked and may be subject to prosecution. All authorised photographs must be taken with a digital camera only.

1.8 METHOD OF WORK PLAN FOR AIRFIELD ACTIVITIES

1.8.1 General

The Contract involves works on aircraft movement areas. Under recognised requirements of industry standards (Part 139 MOS), such works are subject to restrictions as detailed in a Method of Working Plan (MOWP) as developed by the Contractor.

The MOWP forms part of the Contract and the Contractor must comply with all requirements at all times.

No later than 5 weeks prior to commencement of physical works onsite, the Contractor must prepare and submit a detailed MOWP for approval by Contracting Officer. The MOWP must comply with the requirements of Part 139 MOS Chapters 15 and 16.

Should the Contracting Officer require amendments or revisions to the submitted MOWP the Contractor must complete these without delay. The requirement to make amendments or revision will not be grounds for extension of time or additional payment.

Physical works will not commence on-site until the MOWP is approved and signed by the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor must engage a qualified Works Safety Officer(s) for the full duration of airside works. The Works Safety Officer(s) is responsible for ensuring that the works do not endanger or put at risk aircraft

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1.8.2 Method of Work Plan

The Contractor must prepare a Method of Work Plan for Airfield Activities as part of its Site Management Plan which must set out in adequate detail all procedures the Contractor will implement to manage the Contractor's Activities on and near an airfield Site, including:

a. Measures to ensure that the Contractor's Activities and the Works do not compromise aircraft operations or the safety of aircraft.

b. The establishment of the Site.

c. Access to the Site.

d. Security passes for the Site.

e. Personnel and vehicle identification and control on the Site.

f. Control of personnel including a point of contact from the Contractor.

g. Coordination of schedule and work activities with the Commonwealth and Other Contractors as required under the Contract or as directed by the Contracting Officer.

h. Approvals prior to carrying out Work.

i. Rubbish, dust and debris control.

j. Foreign Object Damage (FOD) control.

k. Noise management.

l. Fencing.

m. Security of the Works.

n. Hours of work.

o. Traffic management.

p. Safety procedures.

q. Fuel and hazardous material storage.

r. Issues associated with military exercises and military expeditions.

s. Issues associated with aircraft movements.

1.8.3 Safety of Aircraft Operation

The safety of aircraft operation will have precedence at all times and in particular the Contractor must note the safety precautions listed in the MOWP and Part 139 MOS – Aerodrome Works Safety.

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1.8.4 Contractor's Construction Manager

The Contractor must provide a full time Construction Manager acceptable to the Contracting Officer, who must be responsible for liaison with the Contracting Officer and the Works Safety Officer(s).

The Contractor’s Construction Manager must be responsible for ensuring that safety requirements relating to operation of aircraft at the Airfield are complied with, and that any instructions issued by the Contracting Officer and the Works Safety Officer(s) are acted upon immediately.

1.8.5 Contractor's Personnel

All of the Contractor's personnel must attend a briefing regarding security and safety arrangements and airside vehicle operations prior to their first scheduled work shift; this material typically being presented by the Works Safety Officer(s). Further details of security/safety requirements must be discussed by the Contracting Officer with the Contractor's nominated Construction Manager at the pre-start meeting.

Any member of the Contractor's workforce who disregards any instruction by the Works Safety Officer(s) relating to safety of aircraft may be refused further access to the work site.

1.8.6 Safe Working Procedures

Submit the names of the experienced persons to be responsible for safe working procedures during the project installation and maintenance period.

This submission must be included in the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan as a Hold Point for the Contracting Officer.

Process Held Appointment of Contractor's Safety Representative

Submission Details: Qualifications and experience of Contractor's Safety Representative (as part of Contractor's Quality Control Plan).

Release of Hold Point: Contracting Officer

Establish safe working procedures applicable to the site and provide danger notices, danger tags, and the like, for use during the works.

Submission of the procedures must be included in the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan as a Hold point for the Contracting Officer.

Process Held Application of Safe Working Procedures

Submission Details: Details of Contractor's safe working procedures applicable to the site (as part of the Contractor's Quality Control Plan).

Release of Hold Point: Contracting Officer

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1.8.7 Isolation Procedures

Established maintenance isolation procedures must be observed and adhered to during the isolation of airfield lighting circuits.

Liaise with the Aeronautical Ground Lighting (AGL) Maintenance Agent to isolate all circuits affected by the removal works. Clearly label all equipment and circuits to indicate their status.

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EXCAVATION AND FILL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only.

AUSTRALIAN STANDARDS AND NEW ZEALAND STANDARDS (AS/NZS)

AS 1141.3.1 (2021) Methods for Sampling and Testing Aggregates, Method 3.1: Sampling - Aggregates

AS 1141.6.1 (2020) Methods for sampling and testing aggregates Particle density and water absorption of coarse aggregate - Weighing-in-water method

AS 1141.11.1 (2020) Methods for Sampling and Testing Aggregates, Method 11.1: Particle Size Distribution - Sieving Method

AS 1152 (1993) Specification for Test Sieves

AS 1289.1.4.2 (2020) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes - Soil Compaction and Density Tests - Selection of Sampling Sites - Stratified Random Number Method

AS 1289.3.1.1 (2009; R2017) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes - Soil Classification Tests - Determination of the Liquid Limit of a Soil - Four Point Casagrande Method

AS 1289.3.2.1 (2009) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes Soil Classification Tests - Determination of the Plastic Limit of a Soil - Standard Method (Reconfirmed 2022)

AS 1289.3.3.1 (2009) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes Soil Classification Tests - Calculation of the Plasticity Index of a Soil (Reconfirmed 2022)

AS 1289.3.4.1 (2008; R2016) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes - Soil Classification Tests - Determination of the Linear Shrinkage of a Soil - Standard Method

AS 1289.4.1.1 (2019) Methods of Testing Soils for

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Engineering Purposes Soil Chemical Tests - Determination of the Organic Matter Content of a Soil - Normal Method

AS 1289.5.4.1 (2007; R2016) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes - Soil Compaction and Density Tests - Compaction Control Test - Dry Density Ratio, Moisture Variation and Moisture Ratio

AS 1289.3.6.1 (2009) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes - Soil Classification Tests - Determination of the Particle Size Distribution of a Soil - Standard Method of Analysis by Sieving

AS 1289.5.1.1 (2017) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes - Soil Compaction and Density Tests - Determination of the Dry Density/Moisture Content Relation of a Soil Using Standard Compactive Effort

AS 1289.5.3.1 (2004; R 2016) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes, Method 5.3.1:

Soil Compaction and Density Tests - Determination of the Field Density of a Soil - Sand Replacement Method Using a Sand-Cone Pouring Apparatus

AS 1289.5.2.1 (2017) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes, Method 5.2.1: Soil Compaction and Density Tests - Determination of the Dry Density/Moisture Content Relation of a Soil Using Modified Compactive Effort

AS 1289.6.1.1 (2014) Soil Strength and Consolidation Tests - Determination of the California Bearing Ratio of a Soil - Standard Laboratory Method for a Remoulded Specimen

AS 1289.5.8.1 (2007) Methods of Testing Soils for Engineering Purposes, Method 5.8.1: Soil Compaction and Density Tests - Determination of Field Density and Field Moisture Content of a Soil Using a Nuclear Surface Moisture-Density Gauge - Direct Transmission Mode

AS 1289.5.5.1 Soil Compaction and Density Tests - Determination of the Minimum and Maximum Dry Density of a Cohesionless Material - Standard Method

AS 1726 (2017) Geotechnical Site Investigations

AS 4133.4.1 (2017) Methods of testing rocks for engineering purposes Rock strength tests - Determination of point load strength index

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(Reconfirmed 2016)

AS 4419 (2018) Soils for Landscaping and Garden Use

AS 4482.1 (2005) Guide to the Investigation And Sampling Of Sites With Potentially Contaminated Soillly Contaminated Soil

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Capillary Water Barrier

A layer of clean, poorly graded crushed rock, stone, or natural sand or gravel having a high porosity which is placed beneath a building slab with or without a vapor barrier to cut off the capillary flow of pore water to the area immediately below a slab.

1.2.2 Degree of Compaction

Degree of compaction is expressed as a percentage of the maximum density obtained by the test procedure presented in AS 1289.5.1.1 or AS 1289.5.2.1 as specified, abbreviated as percent laboratory maximum density.

1.2.3 Hard Materials

Weathered rock, dense consolidated deposits, or conglomerate materials which are not included in the definition of "rock" but which usually require the use of heavy excavation equipment, ripper teeth, or jack hammers for removal.

1.2.4 Rock

Solid homogeneous interlocking crystalline material with firmly cemented, laminated, or foliated masses or conglomerate deposits, neither of which can be removed without systematic drilling and blasting, drilling and the use of expansion jacks or feather wedges, or the use of backhoe-mounted pneumatic hole punchers or rock breakers; also large boulders, buried masonry, or concrete other than pavement exceeding 0.75 cubic meter in volume. Removal of hard material will not be considered rock excavation because of intermittent drilling and blasting that is performed merely to increase production.

1.2.5 Pile Supported Structure

As used herein, a structure where both the foundation and floor slab are pile supported.

1.2.6 Coverage

One coverage by a roller to an area/lot being rolled is deemed to have been achieved when the whole surface of the area/lot being rolled has been subjected to compaction by the passage across that surface of at least one of the specified roller wheels. Thus, one coverage of a pneumatic tyred roller is at least one application of one pneumatic tyred roller tyre to the whole of the surface of the area/lot being rolled. One coverage of a vibratory roller is at least one application of one vibratory roller drum to the whole of the surface of the area/lot being rolled.

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1.2.7 Design Subgrade Level

Design subgrade level (DSL) at any point is the level calculated by subtracting the sum of the design thicknesses of the surface course, base course, de-bonding or water-proofing course and sub-base course or courses, as shown on the Drawings, from the finished surface level at that point.

Note that the design thickness of the surface course is the design thickness of concrete or asphalt or spray seal coats or concrete block and bedding sand as applicable. The design thickness of base course is the design thickness of crushed rock or cement stabilized crushed rock or leanmix. The design thickness of a de-bonding course in rigid pavement between concrete and base courses is the thickness of the spray seal coat or sand as applicable. The design thickness of each sub-base course is the design thickness of crushed rock or cement stabilized material in each sub-base course.

1.2.8 Dewatering

Dewatering is defined as the planned and controlled extraction, management and disposal of groundwater for the purposes of:

a. Preventing groundwater from interfering with excavation work.

b. Preventing groundwater entering completed excavations and;

c. Preventing groundwater from interfering with the construction work required on and within the in-situ material at and below the floor of the excavation and in the sides of the excavation.

1.2.9 Limit Of Earthworks

Limit of earthworks or Limit of Work for earthworks is the boundary within which earthworks is to be performed for the Works. The Contractor must minimize encroachment into areas beyond the limit of earthworks and no temporary works will be permitted in such areas without the prior approval of the Contracting Officer.

The limit of earthworks is shown as the limit of disturbance on the drawings.

1.2.10 Line of Influence

Line of influence is a line extending downwards and outwards from the bottom edge of a footing, slab or pavement and defining the extent of foundation material having influence on the stability or support of the footing, slab or pavement.

1.2.11 Natural Surface

Natural surface is the surface of the existing ground before any clearing, stripping, earthworks, preparation of existing pavements or other works have commenced.

1.2.12 Pavement Material

Pavement material is sub-base material or base material or any surfacing material constructed on the pavement.

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1.2.13 Spoil

Spoil comprises any surplus excavated material or any excavated material or fill material that cannot be used in the Works for any reason.

1.2.14 Stripped Surface

The stripped surface is the surface of the in-situ material after stripping but before any excavation or filling is performed.

1.2.15 Surface of In-situ Material

The surface of in-situ material is the surface of the in-situ material after stripping and excavation and before any filling.

1.2.16 Subgrade

Subgrade is the prepared surface of the in-situ material after the completion of all excavation (including proof rolling) and any replacement of in-situ material (including proof rolling), upon which Select Fill (or sub-base course as applicable) for aircraft and associated shoulder pavements is to be constructed.

1.2.17 Trench Excavation

Trench excavation is defined as excavation below the level in any excavation at which the least horizontal dimension is less than 2.5 m.

1.2.18 Services

Services comprise electrical power cables, airport lighting cables and transformers, communication cables, control cables, fuel lines, stormwater drains, sanitary drains and sewers, water pipes, gas pipes, duct banks, other cables, ducts, pipes and conduits and associated structures and elements.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for Contractor Quality Control approval. When used, a code following the "G" classification identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Shoring and Sheeting Plan ; G

Dewatering work plan ; G

Source of Select Fill or Select Material ; G

Classification of site-won material ; G

Classification of site-won material as Select Fill ; G

Submit 15 days prior to starting work.

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SD-06 Test Reports

Test Certificates Demonstrating Compliance of Select Fill material ;

G

Select Fill material testing; G

Earthworks surface level survey report ; G

Dry Density tests ; G

SD-07 Certificates

Notification ; G

Notification of completion of excavation of in-situ material that did not support proof rolling

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Notice of Completion

Copies of all laboratory and field test reports within 24 hours of the completion of the test.

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

Perform in a manner to prevent contamination or segregation of materials.

1.5 CRITERIA FOR BIDDING

Base bids on the following criteria:

a. Surface…