S08_40307025_Attach_1_Specs _2016-10-27.pdf

P16PS02265 Attachment 1 - Specifications

OZARK NATIONAL SCENIC RIVERWAYS

Missouri

1 ½” Pavement Overlay

SPECIFICATIONS

Perform 1 ½ Overlay on Round Spring Area Paved Roads and Parking

10/27/2016

PMIS 175804

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Table of Contents

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 14 00 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 01 31 00 – PROJECT MANGEMENT & COORDINATION

SECTION 01 33 00 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 36 00 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

SECTION 01 43 00 - CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

SECTION 01 50 00 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 01 60 00 -MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

SECTION 01 74 00 - CLEANING AND WASTE MANAGEMENT

SECTION 01 77 00 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

DIVISION 2 – PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 209 – SUBGRADE PREPARATION

SECTION 210 - SUBGRADE COMPACTION

SECTION 304 - AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

SECTION 401 - PLANT MIX BITUMINOUS BASE AND PAVEMENT

SECTION 404 - BITUMINOUS MIXING PLANTS

SECTION 407 - TACK COAT

SECTION 413.50 - BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT CRACK SEALING

SECTION 604.20 - ADJUSTING DRAINAGE FACILITIES

SECTION 613.35 - CLASS C PARTIAL DEPTH PAVEMENT REPAIR

SECTION 616 - TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL

SECTION 620 - PAVEMENT MARKING

SECTION 620.40 - PAINT FOR PAVEMENT MARKING

SECTION 1001 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MATERIAL

SECTION 1004 - GRADED AGGREGATE FOR BITUMINOUS SURFACES

SECTION 1015 - BITUMINOUS MATERIAL

SECTION 1007 - AGGREGATE FOR BASE

SECTION 1015 - BITUMINOUS MATERIAL

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 DESCRIPTION OF AREA

1.1. In accordance with the terms and conditions of the Contract, the Contractor shall perform the work of this project for the National Park Service (NPS) as described below.

A. Park Overview and Resource Protection:

(1) Ozark National Scenic Riverways (OZAR) was created to protect 134 miles of the Current and Jacks Fork Rivers in the Ozark Highlands of southeastern Missouri.

The landscape is predominantly rural, with broadleaf forests and occasional open fields. The southeast Missouri Ozark Mountains are typified by narrow steep-sided hollows, numerous streams, springs and bluffs. Some dry hilltops feature desert-like glades where collared lizards, tarantulas, cacti and other species more typical of the Southwest may be found. Much of the area is underlain by soluble limestone and dolomite, giving rise to sinkholes, caves, and springs of classical karst topography. There are over 300 recorded caves within the boundaries and nearly as many springs. Sixty per cent of the rivers' flow comes from seven major springs and 51 other springs of various sizes within the drainage basin. Big Spring, one of the largest springs in the United States, has an average flow of 276 million gallons of water per day. There are 112 species of fish, 196 species of birds, and 58 species of mammals found in the park. There are also 25 species of snakes found in the park, including 4 poisonous species. There are hundreds of species of plants, ranging from beautiful but rare wild orchids to abundant goldenrod and coneflowers.

1.2. Location of Work

A. The location of work to be performed under this contract shall be Ozark National Scenic

Riverways, Missouri.

B. A map of the location can be found at:

https://www.nps.gov/ozar/planyourvisit/maps.htm.

END OF SECTION

https://www.nps.gov/ozar/planyourvisit/maps.htm

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SECTION 01 14 00 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. Hours of Operation: The Contractor's hours of operation at the site shall be 7:30 am to 4:15 pm, Monday through Friday excluding holidays. Extended or extra hours will be considered on a case by case basis. Requests for weekend hours or hours outside of the normal working hours shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer a minimum of 5 working days prior to day/dates requested. The written request should state the proposed performance of work, day/days, time/amount of work, and reason why authorization should be granted to perform work during non-standard hours. Work outside the standard hours is prohibited unless approved by the Contracting Officer (CO).

1.2. Federal Holidays

(a) New Year’s Day January 1

(b) Martin Luther King Day 3rd Monday in January

(c) Presidents’ Day 3rd Monday in February

(d) Memorial Day Last Monday in May

(e) Independence Day July 4

(f) Labor Day 1st Monday in September

(g) Columbus Day 2nd Monday in October

(h) Veterans’ Day November 11

(i) Thanksgiving Day 4th Thursday in November

(j) Christmas Day December 25

1.3. GOVERNMENT AND PUBLIC USE OF THE SITE:

A. The contractor at all times shall conduct their operation to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. Closures to sidewalks, streets, roads, or other access means will only be permitted when required and only upon approval by the CO or COR, and when proper directional signage and barriers are provided by the Contractor.

1.4. CONTRACTOR USE OF THE SITE:

A. The contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction purposes. Do not disturb areas beyond the pavement. The contractor shall confine construction staging operations and material storage as directed by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR).

B. The contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

C. The contractor shall protect from damage (including overspray) all curbing, wheel stops, signage, vegetation, traffic counters, inlets, and sidewalks.

1.5. CLEANING: All debris shall be removed from the site daily. Disposal of debris on Government property will not be permitted. Contractor is required to furnish all permits required for the hauling and disposal of all debris and to comply with all local and state regulations. Before scheduling the final inspection, remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. Restore, repair or replace Park property and resources that are damaged due to work of this contract to original condition. Remove grease, dirt, stains, foreign materials and labels from interior and exterior finished surfaces. Sweep paved areas, rake grounds, and pick up all construction debris. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly policed and ready for use.

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1.6. PRODUCTS NOT ALLOWED: Materials containing asbestos, transformers containing PCB fluid, and the use of lead based paints or paints containing chromates are prohibited. Chemical or physical treatments that may cause damage to any historic fabric materials or archeological resources are prohibited.

1.7. OZONE DEPLETING CHEMICALS: Ozone Depleting Chemicals, Class I and II are to be recovered by the Contractor and returned to the Government. The Ozone Depleting Chemicals may not be sold or given away to private industry unless otherwise specified by the government.

1.8. EQUIPMENT RESTRICTIONS: Use only equipment that can safely negotiate work area and as authorized by the COR.

1.9. HAULING RESTRICTIONS: Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials on public roads beyond the limits of the project. Load restrictions on park roads are identical to the state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent.

1.10. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY: No government-furnished property, material or equipment will be provided. Government furnished information will be limited to that which is provided in this solicitation and information needed in the performance of the contract.

1.11. SECURITY:

A. The security of Contractor’s materials, tools, equipment and other properties remain the responsibility of the Contractor at all times. The Park will accept no responsibility and shall not be liable for Contractor’s properties left on site should they become lost, damaged or stolen at any time during the contract period.

B. Contractor shall comply with all security requirements as imposed by the Park, which may include but not limited to, Contractor’s and subcontractor’s personnel, drivers and vehicles being subject to checks for valid registration and wants/warrants.

Individuals who do not pass the security check will not be authorized access to the site.

1.12. PERMITS: It is the Contractor’s responsibility to arrange for the marking of utilities and acquiring any permits which may be required in the performance of the work.

1.13. FIELD VERIFICATION: Each offeror is encouraged to examine the site and satisfy him/her as to the existing conditions under which he/she will be pledged to operate or that in any manner might affect the work under this Contract. Contractor needs to verify Drawings, maps and the government’s field measurements. All measurements provided are approximate. The contractor should verify by taking field measurements. All information and locations listed are subject to field verification and adjustment by the Contractor in agreement with the CO and or the COR.

1.14. PRESERVATION AND PROTECTION: Preserving and protecting the resources of

Ozark National Scenic Riverways shall be the central consideration for the Contractor in performing the work of this project.

A. Preservation of Roads, Parking Areas, and Buildings: Every precaution shall be taken to prevent damage to roads, parking areas, and structures and the areas surrounding these assets. Should any damage be incurred as a result of the Contractor's

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operations, it will be repaired and/or the damaged materials replaced, in kind, to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

B. PRESERVATION OF NATURAL FEATURES:

(1) Confine all operations within the work limits of the project. Exercise special care to leave the natural surroundings undamaged. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government. Contractor will be responsible for all costs associated with restoration of the project area.

(2) Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval of the CO or COR. Consult with the CO or COR to remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

(3) Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

(4) Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling and other construction operations near trees and natural resources to prevent damage.

(5) Construct protective barriers where necessary.

C. PROTECTION OF EXISTING UTILITIES: Before construction begins, and if applicable for the work being performed, the Contractor shall locate all utilities in the vicinity of and ground disturbance. The Contractor shall be responsible for complying with all regulations pertaining to utilities in the State of Indiana. The Contractor shall assume all risks for all utilities located in the vicinity of his work, whether above or below the ground surface. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages and assume all expenses for direct or indirect injury caused by his work, to any of the utilities, or any person or property by reason of injury to them, whether such utilities are or are not shown on the drawings, once they have been uncovered by the work.

D. PATCHING AND REPAIRING: After the work has been completed, any Contractor-caused damages to Government-owned structures, facilities, streets, curbs, walks, lawns, etc., shall be properly patched, repaired, or replaced to the complete satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. Any holes, cuts, breakages, and damages made in finished surfaces of the area in which work has been accomplished, shall be properly repaired and the disfigured areas otherwise repaired and resurfaced to the complete satisfaction of the CO.

1.15. TEMPORARY UTILITIES: Electricity and restroom facilities are available at the park. Specific locations to be identified by the COR at the Pre-Construction Meeting.

1.16. VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING: Access and parking are available at the Visitor’s Center. No more than five (5) vehicles are permitted.

1.17. WORK COORDINATION:

A. Contractor shall coordinate all work, schedule, submittals, testing, access, lay-down areas, parking and construction limits with the COR. With the exception of inclement weather, Acts of God, and conditions experienced or events planned by the Park which would prevent the Contractor from performing, it is expected the Contractor shall be on the site performing each day. Contractor shall proceed with work when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit work to be performed in accordance with manufacturers’ recommendations and warranty requirements.

If it becomes necessary for the Contractor to interrupt work activities for any other reason(s), the Contractor shall submit a written request to the CO at least two (2) working days in advance.

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1.18. INTERRUPTION OF WORK: If it becomes necessary to interrupt work activities in buildings and/or areas for construction purposes (except as otherwise described/agreed), the Contractor shall request permission, in writing, from the CO, or designated representative(s), at least ten (10) working days in advance. The Contractor shall submit written requests for approved street closings ten (10) working days prior to closing of the street.

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SECTION 01 31 00 – PROJECT MANGEMENT & COORDINATION

1.1. SUMMARY

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

(1) Construction Coordination

(2) Construction Drawings

(3) Requests for Information (RFIs)

(4) Project Meetings

(5) Environmental Coordination

(6) Permits

B. Related Requirements

(1) Section 01 77 00 “Closeout Procedures” for coordinating closeout of the

Contract.

1.2. CONSTRUCTION COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the

Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections, which depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

(1) Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

(2) Coordinate installation of different components with other Contractors to ensure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

(3) Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

(4) Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair of all components, including mechanical and electrical.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1) Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

(2) Preparation of the Schedule of Values.

(3) Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

(4) Delivery and processing of submittals.

(5) Progress meetings.

(6) Permit requirements.

(7) Pre-installation conferences.

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(8) Project closeout activities.

1.3. SUBMITTALS

A. See SECTION 01 33 00 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES.

1.4. REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI utilizing the form provided by the Contracting Officer.

(1) CO will not respond to RFIs submitted by other entities controlled by Contractor.

(2) Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner to avoid delays in the work.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

(1) RFI number, numbered sequentially.

(2) Date.

(3) RFI subject.

(4) Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

(5) Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

(6) Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

(7) Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

(8) Contractor's signature.

(9) Requested date for response.

(10) Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

C. Contracting Officer’s Action: CO will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. CO will determine the critical nature of each RFI and issue a response accordingly.

D. The following are not considered to be RFIs and will receive no action:

(1) Requests for approval of submittals.

(2) Requests for approval of substitutions.

(3) Requests for approval of Contractor's means and methods.

(4) Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract

Documents.

(5) Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

(6) Requests for interpretation of Architect's actions on submittals.

(7) Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

E. CO's action may include a request for additional information, in which case time for response will date from time of receipt of additional information.

F. CO's action on RFIs may result in the need for a change to the Contract Time or the Contract Sum. All contract changes will be processed following the terms and conditions of the contract.

1.5. PROJECT COMMUNICATIONS

A. All communications can be provided electronically to CO and COR via email as long as they do not contain Personal Identifying Information (PII) (i.e. Certified payrolls) These can be faxed or hand delivered as appropriate.

(1) Project directory.

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(2) Project correspondence.

(3) Meeting agendas and minutes.

(4) Contract modifications forms and logs.

(5) RFI form and processing.

(6) Task and issue management.

(7) Photo documentation.

(8) Baseline schedule, schedule updates and calendar management.

(9) Submittal form and processing.

(10) Payment coordination documentation.

(11) Drawing and specification document hosting, viewing, and updating.

(12) Online document collaboration.

(13) Reminder and tracking functions.

(14) Archiving functions.

(15) Notification of submittal and RFI statuses and current responsible party.

(16) Permits and addendums

1.6. PROJECT MEETINGS

A. PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: Before start of construction, the Contracting Officer will arrange an on-site meeting with the Park and Contractor which is referred to as the Preconstruction Conference. After award of contract, the Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of the tentative date for the meeting. Attendance by the Contractor and key Government personnel is mandatory. At the discretion of the Contracting Officer, the meeting may also include the Contractor’s subcontractors, and other Park personnel who have an interest or are impacted by the project. The meeting agenda will be prepared by the Contracting Officer and distributed at the Preconstruction Conference.

(1) A minimum of one week prior to the date of the scheduled Preconstruction

Conference, the Contractor must provide and submit to the Contracting Officer for the Government’s review, the documents and items listed below: (submit electronically via e-mail)

(a) Certificates of Insurance in the limits and as required by the terms of the contract.

(b) Alternative Payment Protection and/or Payment and Performance Bonds as may be required by the terms of the contract.

(c) Schedule of Values.

(d) Comprehensive summary of submittals to be transmitted to the Contracting

Officer for approval throughout contract performance.

(e) Proposed Construction Progress Schedule, utilizing the date the contractor receives the Notice to Proceed as “Day 1”.

(f) Contractor-generated Construction Progress schedule shall be in bar chart format and identify the tasks in sequential order, duration of the tasks, and chart the overall progress of the contract.

(g) Letter designating your Site Superintendent and, if applicable, Alternate Site Superintendent; Project Manager, Safety Officer, Quality Control Supervisor.

As appropriate for the scope of this contract, these responsibilities may be combined and performed by one or more qualified individuals. 24-hour number or numbers where the designated Site Superintendent and an alternate can be contacted at any time shall also be provided.

(h) A list of the position classifications to be used in the performance of this contract (from the contract’s Wage Determination).

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(i) List of subcontractors, if any, being used for this project.

(j) Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses. (SF Form 1413 – Statement and Acknowledgment)

(k) Accident Prevention Program / Safety Plan

(l) Waste Management Plan

(m) Quality Control Plan

(2) Should the above documents not be received by the Contracting Officer at least one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed will not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until the Contracting Officer has issued the written Notice to Proceed.

B. PROGRESS MEETING: Contracting Officer will schedule progress meetings with Contractor throughout the duration of the contract. Included in the meeting will be those individuals appropriate to the agenda topics. All participants at the meeting shall be familiar with the Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

(1) These may be held at the contract site or telephonically as determined by the

Contracting Officer.

(2) Topics to be discussed during the progress meetings may include, but not be limited to submittals, delivery schedules, quality control, requests for information, work in progress, schedule updates, safety, and other business relating to work under the contract.

C. MINUTES: The Contractor is responsible for taking meeting minutes at all project meetings, including those conducted by conference call, and for distribution of these minutes to all participants. Distribution of minutes shall be via electronic mail.

PART 2 PRODUCTS – RESERVED

PART 3 EXECUTION – RESERVED

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SECTION 01 33 00 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1.1. DESCRIPTION

A. The work of this section consists of submittal requirements before and during construction and at Project Closeout. The Contracting Officer reserves the right to require submittals in addition to those listed in individual sections of the specifications.

1.2. RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. SECTION 01 31 00 – PROJECT MANGEMENT & COORDINATION

B. Contractor is required to complete the Daily Log of Construction Form (a copy of which is located at the end of this section) and submit it to the Contracting Officer’s Representative daily via email, commencing on the date the Contractor is in receipt of the Notice to Proceed.

1.3. SUBMITTAL AND APPROVAL PROCEDURES

A. All submittals shall be transmitted using National Park Service form CM-16 dated R03/10 (a copy of the form is located at the end of this section). No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by this form.

B. Documents which are required prior to the Preconstruction Conference as specified in Section 01 31 00 are not required to be delivered using the CM-16 Transmittal Form.

C. Forward submittals to the Contracting Officer at least one (1) week before need for approval. Unless a different number is specified, electronically (via e-mail) submit one (1) copy of each shop drawing, manufacturer’s catalog sheets (cut sheets), and one (1) copies of all other submittals requested. Specimen samples are to be delivered to the COR with the accompanying transmittal form submitted to the CO.

At the completion of the project, Contractor shall also be required to submit one (1) hard-copy and one (1) digital file on CD of the Operations and Maintenance Manual, if an O&M Manual is applicable and required for this project.

D. Shop Drawings: Include the following information with each copy of shop drawings:

(1) Date

(2) Date of revisions (when applicable)

(3) Contractor’s certification that shop drawing has been checked for compliance with contract documents.

(4) Details of fabrication, assembly and erection including connections and engagement to contiguous work.

(5) Materials used.

(6) All required dimensions.

(7) The term “by others” shall not be used. All work to be performed by others shall be identified by Contractor or subcontractor name, discipline, or trade.

E. Samples: Samples shall be large enough to illustrate clearly the functional characteristics and full range of color, texture, pattern, or grade.

(1) Manufacturers’ Catalog Sheets (Cut Sheets): Submit only pertinent pages; mark each copy of standard printed data to identify specific products proposed for use.

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(2) Manufacturers’ Installation / Application Instructions: When contract documents require compliance with manufacturers’ instructions, and should such instructions provide options for installation and/or application, indicate on the instructions which option is being recommended for utilization.

(3) Construction Materials: The Contractor is encouraged to submit for approval products made out of recycled or environmentally responsible material. Every effort will be made by the National Park Service to approve these materials.

F. Coordinate all submittals and review them for legibility, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract requirements. Forward submittals that are related to or affect one another as a package to facilitate coordinated review.

G. Approved Equals:

(1) For each item proposed as an “approved equal” submit supporting data to include the following:

(2) Drawings and samples appropriate.

(3) Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

(4) Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

(5) Name, address and telephone number of the vendor.

(6) Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation and maintenance, and parts lists. Describe availability of maintenance service and state the source of replacement materials.

(7) A request for approval constitutes a representation that the Contractor (which is attached to the end of this Section entitled ‘Proposed Equal Form’):

(a) Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

(b) Will provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

(c) Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

(d) Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

(8) Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

H. Construction Materials: The contractor is encouraged to submit for approval products made out of recycled or environmentally responsible material. Every effort will be made by the National Park Service to approve these materials.

I. Submittal Identification

(1) All sets of drawings, manufacturer’s catalog sheets, samples, and other documents submitted to the Contracting Officer must have the Park Name, Contract Number, and Submittal Number applied to each.

(2) This identification information shall be applied to the bottom right margin on each document. If there are multiple pages to a document, the identification information need only be printed on the first page or cover sheet.

(3) Identification information on samples shall be applied to the most readily visible area on the sample or on a label or tag affixed to the sample.

J. Coordinate all submittals and review them for legibility, accuracy, completeness and compliance with contract requirements. Forward all submittals that is related to or affects one another as a package to facilitate a coordinated review. Each transmittal

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shall contain only data specific to that individual submittal.

K. Documents required in Division 1 are to be delivered under a separate cover letter.

Do not use the CM-16 Transmittal form for these documents.

L. Submittal Numbering

(1) Number each submittal consecutively.

(2) For re-submittals use the original submittal number, plus a letter suffix, beginning with the alpha character “A”.

(3) Additional re-submittals of the same item shall contain the original number with the next consecutive letter; e.g., “B”, “C”, “D”, etc.

M. Transmittal Numbering

(1) Number each transmittal consecutively. No two transmittals shall have the same number. The transmittal number is entered in the top right block on the Transmittal CM-16 Form.

N. Contracting Officer’s Review

(1) Submittals will be returned disapproved without technical review if identification information is missing, not filled in, or if placed on the back of the submittal; an incorrect number or format of submittals is provided; the transmittal form is incorrectly filled out; submittals are not coordinated; or submittals do not show evidence of Contractor’s approval.

(2) Any work done or orders for materials or services placed before approval shall be at the Contractor’s own risk.

(3) After reviewing submittals, the Contracting Officer will return one copy of the Transmittal CM-16 Form and one copy of applicable (marked up) submittal sheets to the Contractor. Shop drawing review notations will be returned on the reproducible original shop drawing. All other submitted items will be retained.

The Contractor is responsible for producing additional copies for his/her own use.

(4) The returned Transmittal will be marked in one of three ways as defined below:

(a) APPROVED: Acceptable with no corrections.

(b) APPROVED WITH NOTATIONS: Minor corrections or clarifications required.

All comments are clear and no further review is required. The Contractor shall address all review comments when proceeding with the work.

(c) DISAPPROVED - RESUBMIT: Rejected as not in accordance with the contract or as requiring major corrections or clarifications. The Contracting Officer will identify the reasons for disapproval. The Contractor shall revise and resubmit with the changes clearly identified within five (5) calendar days from Contractor’s receipt of the Returned Transmittal. A greater number of days may be granted by the Contracting Officer if the resubmittal is of such a complexity, or the period of time for the Contractor to gather the information for the re-submittal, warrants the extension.

O. Anticipated Submittals: In addition to the post-award submittals required in

SECTION 01 31 00 – PROJECT MANGEMENT & COORDINATION, the Government anticipates, at minimum, the following post-award (unless specified) submittals:

(1) Updated Constructions Progress Schedule

(2) Traffic Control Plan

(3) Quality Control Plan

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(4) Accident Prevention Program / Safety Plan

(5) Product Information/Certifications of that materials conform to specifications

(6) Documentation for Equipment for proposed for the paving operations. Must include the manufacture’s make, model, serial number, manufactured year, and service record

(7) Material Data Safety Sheets (MDSS) for chemicals, chemical compounds, chemical mixtures, or any other potentially harmful substances.

P. See SECTION 01 77 00 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES for additional requirements.

PART 2 RESERVED

PART 3 RESERVED

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PROPOSED EQUAL

In accordance with FAR Provision 52.211‐06, the following product is being proposed as equal.

Proposed

Product Brand and Model Number (Complete)

Section No. Paragraph No. Product/Model No. Proposed Product/Model No.

By submitting the proposed equal, the contractor certifies that it:

1. Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

2. Will provide, as a minimum, the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

3. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

4. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

5. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

Signature of Offeror Date:

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SECTION 01 36 00 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

1.1. The work of this section consists of establishing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

1.2. SUBMITTALS

1.3. Accident Prevention Program / Safety Plan: After contract award and before the Preconstruction Conference, submit for approval an Accident Prevention Program / Safety Plan. The Contracting Officer’s Representative will review the proposed program for compliance with OSHA and project requirements. If the program requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the program within five (5) days.

No work on the contract site shall be performed without an approved Accident Prevention Program/ Safety Plan. The program shall include:

(1) Name of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

(2) Weekly and monthly safety meetings.

(3) First aid procedures.

(4) Outline the hazards associated with the work and the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public, National Park Service personnel, and Contractor’s employees.

(5) Training, both initial and continuing.

(6) Planning for possible emergency situations such as floods, fires, power outages, explosions, spills, and/or other emergency situations giving consideration to the nature of the construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

B. Submit a copy of test reports, as required by OSHA, for personnel working with hazardous materials.

C. Submit a report of safety meetings and of inspections.

1.4. QUALITY ASURANCE

A. Comply with contract clauses entitled “Accident Prevention” and “Permits and Responsibilities”. In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualification of Employees:

(1) Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in

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a safe manner.

(2) Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

(3) Operators of vehicles, mobile equipment, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

1.5. ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires. Notify Contracting Officer immediately in the event of a reportable accident. Within seven (7) days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to Contracting Officer an Accident/Property Damage Report (Form CM-22).

Form may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

B. All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the

Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer’s Representative as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1. FIRST AID FACILITIES

A. Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

2.2. PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1. EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

A. Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

3.2. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY

A. Provide and maintain the fire and life safety requirements in NFPA 241 (Standard for

Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations).

B. Contractor shall have a Hazard Communications Plan; store hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s and OSHA recommendations; immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the Park; and maintain a spill emergency response kit.

3.3. PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

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A. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition.

Clean, sanitize, and repair, as appropriate, personal items before issuing them to another individual.

B. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.4. SAFETY MEETINGS

A. As a minimum, conduct weekly 15-minute “toolbox” safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the work site. These meetings shall be used to review the effectiveness of the Contractor’s safety effort, to resolve current health and safety problems, to provide a forum for planning safe construction activities, and for updating the Accident Prevention Program.

B. At the discretion of the Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative, the CO or COR may attend the meeting.

3.5. HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. A hard hat area will be designated by the Contracting Officer. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

B. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary protective equipment at all times. As a minimum, provide hard hats for use by visitors. Change liners before reissuing hats.

3.6. TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

B. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

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SECTION 01 43 00 - CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 DESCRIPTION: The work of this section consists of preparing and executing a Quality Control Program.

1.1. RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. ”Inspection of Construction” clause of this contract.

B. Contractor’s completion and submission of the Daily Log of Construction Form as described in Section 01 33 00.

1.2. SUBMITTALS

A. Quality Control Plan: A written Quality Control Plan is required to be submitted.

B. 24-HOUR POINT OF CONTACT: Provide the Contracting Officer with a 24-hour number or numbers where his authorized representative can be contacted anytime day or night. This number should be provided at the pre-construction conference, but not later than the first day of contract work at the site or ten (10) days after the Notice to Proceed date.

1.3. RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The quality of all work shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

B. The Contractor must have a designated and qualified Quality Control Supervisor on the project site whenever contract work is in progress. The Quality Control Supervisor may also perform the duties of Site Superintendent, and/or Project Manager, and/or Safety Officer.

1.4. Inspect and test all work at various stages of construction to ensure that the quality of materials, workmanship, construction, finish, and functional performance is in compliance with applicable specifications and drawings, and are in strict accordance with the latest trade practices, standards, and Codes.

PART 2 EXECUTION

2.1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. The Contractor is responsible for quality control and shall establish and maintain an effective quality control system. The quality control system shall consist of plans, procedures, and organization necessary to produce an end product which complies with the contract requirements. The system shall cover all construction operations and shall be keyed to the proposed construction sequence. The site project superintendent will be held responsible for the quality of work on the job and is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with the quality requirements specified in the contract. The site project superintendent in this context shall be the highest level manager responsible for the overall construction activities at the site, including quality and production. The site project superintendent shall maintain a physical presence at the site at all times, except as otherwise acceptable to the Contracting Officer, and shall be responsible for all construction and construction related activities at the site.

2.2. PROJECT SUPERINTENDENT: Contractor must employ a full-time superintendent for the project. The superintendent’s duties shall include the overall management of the project, coordination of the sub-contractors work, and liaison with

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the CO and the COR. No work shall be performed without the presence of the superintendent or a competent representative on the job-site. A competent representative is as defined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Standards for Construction Industry part 1926.32, Definitions (29 C.F.R. 1926 OSHA). This paragraph supplements FAR clause 52.236-6, Superintendence by the

2.3. WORKMANSHIP

A. Comply with industry standards except where requirements indicate more rigid standards or more precise workmanship.

B. Work shall be performed by persons qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality.

C. Where specific instructions in these Specifications require that a particular product and/or materials be installed and/or applied by “approved applicator” of the manufacturer, it shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to ensure that any subcontractors used for such work be approved applicators.

D. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand appropriate stresses, vibration, and racking.

2.4. OFF-SITE CONTROL

A. Items that are fabricated or assembled off-site shall be inspected for quality control at the place of fabrication. Inspections conducted, tests performed, and their results, must be documented on the Daily Log of Construction Form.

2.5. ON-SITE CONTROL

A. Review control submittal requirements with personnel directly responsible for the quality control work.

B. Review all applicable specification sections and drawings related to the feature of work.

C. Inspect and test all work at various stages of construction to ensure that the quality of materials, workmanship, construction, finish, and functional performance is in compliance with applicable specifications and drawings, and are in strict accordance with the latest trade practices, standards, and Codes.

D. Ensure all inspections and tests performed, and their results, are documented on the Daily Log of Construction form.

E. The Contractor shall stop work on any item or feature pending satisfactory correction of any deficiency noted by the Quality Control Supervisor or the Contracting Officer.

F. At the request of the Contracting Officer, make available the references, regulations, publications and/or other credentials which evidence the workmanship and materials adhere to contract specifications and applicable Codes. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

2.6. COMPLETION INSPECTION

A. Punch-Out Inspection

(1) Near the end of the work the CQC Manager shall conduct an inspection of the work. A punch list of items which do not conform to the approved drawings and specifications shall be prepared and included in the CQC documentation, as required by the paragraph DOCUMENTATION. The list of deficiencies shall include the estimated date by which the deficiencies will be corrected. The CQC System Manager or staff shall make a second inspection to ascertain that all

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deficiencies have been corrected. Once this is accomplished, the Contractor shall notify the Government that the facility is ready for the Government Pre-Final inspection.

(2) Pre-Final Inspection

(a) The Government will perform the pre-final inspection to verify that the project is complete. A Government Pre-Final Punch List may be developed as a result of this inspection. The Contractor's CQC System Manager shall ensure that all items on this list have been corrected before notifying the Government, so that a Final inspection with the customer can be scheduled.

(3) Final Acceptance Inspection

(a) The Contractor's Quality Control Inspection personnel, plus the superintendent or other primary management person, and the Contracting Officer's Representative shall be in attendance at the final acceptance inspection. The final acceptance inspection will be formally scheduled by the Contracting Officer based upon results of the Pre-Final inspection. Notice shall be given to the Contracting Officer at least 7 days prior to the final acceptance inspection and shall include the Contractor's assurance that all specific items previously identified to the Contractor as being unacceptable, along with all remaining work performed under the contract, will be complete and acceptable by the date scheduled for the final acceptance inspection.

B. DOCUMENTATION

(1) The Contractor shall maintain current records providing factual evidence that required quality control activities and/or tests have been performed. These records shall include the work of subcontractors and suppliers and shall be on an acceptable form that includes, as a minimum, the following information:

(a) Contractor/subcontractor and their area of responsibility.

(b) Operating plant/equipment with hours worked, idle, or down for repair.

(c) Work performed each day, giving location, description, and by whom.

(d) Test and/or control activities performed with results and references to specifications/drawings requirements. List of any deficiencies noted, along with corrective action.

(e) Quantity of materials received at the site with statement as to acceptability, storage, and reference to specifications/drawings requirements.

(f) Submittals and deliverables reviewed, with contract reference, by whom, and action taken.

(g) Offsite surveillance activities, including actions taken.

(h) Job safety evaluations stating what was checked, results, and instructions or corrective actions.

(i) Instructions given/received and conflicts in plans and/or specifications.

(j) Contractor's verification statement - These records shall indicate a description of trades working on the project; the number of personnel working; weather conditions encountered; and any delays encountered. These records shall cover both conforming and deficient features and shall include a statement that equipment and materials incorporated in the work and workmanship comply with the contract. The original and one copy of these records in report form shall be furnished to the Government daily within 72 hours after the date covered by the report, except that reports need not be submitted for days on which no work is performed. As a minimum, one report shall be prepared and submitted for every 7 days of no work and on the last day of a no work period.

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All calendar days shall be accounted for throughout the life of the contract.

The first report following a day of no work shall be for that day only. Reports shall be signed and dated by the CQC System Manager. The report from the CQC System Manager shall include copies of test reports and copies of reports prepared by all subordinate quality control personnel.

C. NOTIFICATION OF NONCOMPLIANCE

(1) The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor of any detected noncompliance with the foregoing requirements. The Contractor shall take immediate corrective action after receipt of such notice. Such notice, when delivered to the Contractor at the work site, shall be deemed sufficient for the purpose of notification. If the Contractor fails or refuses to comply promptly, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to such stop orders shall be made the subject of claim for extension of time or for excess costs or damages by the

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SECTION 01 50 00 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

1. CONTRACTOR’S STORAGE AREA: Contractor will be allowed to have one storage trailer at the construction site. Confine storage of materials to the storage trailer. The location must be approved by the Contracting Officer. All other trailers, storage, and equipment will be stored at a site designated by the Inspector.