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Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore N8391 Sand Point Road, Munising, Mi 49862

Purchase and Install Pre-Cast Vault Toilets

PMIS 258050A, 258060A

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

2025-03-03

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

DIVISION 02- DEMOLITION

Section 02 41 16 - Structure Demolition

DIVISION 32- EXTERIOR IMPROVMENTS

Section 32 13 13 - Concrete Paving

VAULT TOILET SPECIFICATIONS

SITE PLAN – APPENDIX A

PHOTOGRAPHS – APPENDIX B

DRAWINGS – APPENDIX C

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SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is in the process of upgrading all non-ABA vault toilets in the park to ABA precast concrete vault toilets in all park day use areas and front country campgrounds.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Locations: Grand Marais Grand Sable Visitor Center E21090 Co Rd H-58 Grand Marais, MI 49839 and Log Slide day use area.

B. Work consists of: The delivery and installation of two ABA compliant precast vault toilet restrooms. The basis of design for precast vault toilets is model Goldeneye by manufacturer Huffcutt (or approved equal). This contract will include the demolition and removal of two existing wood framed vault toilets and concrete holding tanks (see current vault toilet blueprints in Appendix C). Contractor will coordinate with the COR to ensure vault holding tanks are pumped by the NPS prior to removal by contractor. Pavement and/or concrete will need to be cut out utilizing a concrete saw and removed prior to the installation of new vault toilets. Remove concrete pad approaching the existing vault toilet buildings to the point of intersecting existing perimeter walk (Grand Sable Visitor Center) or asphalt (Log Slide) pavement. New concrete aprons that are approximately 18’x12’ and 4” thick and properly sloped will need to be tied into surrounding existing blacktop and/or concrete following installation of new vault toilet. This installation of new vault toilets will require excavation, backfill, and placement of fill. This will include the purchase and delivery of the bedding material. NPS will be responsible for revegetation following contract completion.

The vault toilet shall come configured with two ABA stalls with a minimum of 45 square feet each and a chase/storage area room with a minimum of 40 square feet. Floor plan attached (see Vault Toilet Specifications). Vault toilet restrooms will come with white plastic handicap risers, Romtec (or approved equal), plastic roll toilet paper holders, Sanjamar (or approved equal), brown aluminum trash sign, and ABA unisex signs. Interior paint will be white on wall and ceiling surfaces. The exterior of the building will have a cedar shake textured roof painted brown, top portion of the building will have vertical board and batten painted buff, and bottom portion will be exterior stone. COR will select final paint colors from the entire vault toilet manufacturers paint line. Doors, window trim, and vents will be painted with DTM Alkyd Enamel Brown.

C. All work will be performed under a single contract.

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D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 360 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed.

a. Clarification: The Notice to Proceed will be issued with a period of performance that is all inclusive of supply lead times, material deliveries, decommissioning, installation, anticipated average weather days for location, including any winter work stoppage, final commissioning, and acceptance of completed work. The contractor will be expected to provide a project schedule with adequate critical path details to ensure all work is completed within the stated calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed. If weather impacts project beyond typical average weather patterns, contractor shall provide documentation in request for additional days.

1.3 Existing Condition Protections:

A. Preservation of Historical and Archeological Fabric:

i. The Historic and Archeological Data Preservation Act of 1974 provides for the preservation of historical and archeological data that might otherwise be lost as the result of alterations to the terrain caused by a federal or federally licensed activity or program.

ii. IF, in connection with operations under this contract, the Contractor, subcontractors, or employees of any of them, discovers, encounters or becomes aware of any possible historical or archeological remains or data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts not specifically noted within the contract. The Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity and continue work in other areas outside a 50 foot radius of discovery and notify the Contracting Officer immediately. When safe to do so, follow up in writing with photographs within 2 days, giving the location and nature of the findings. No objects of cultural resource value may be removed. Contracting Officer will contact other entities as required.

iii. Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the Contracting Officer may order delays in the time of performance and/or changes in the work. If such delays and/or changes are ordered, the time of performance and contract price shall be adjusted in accordance with Changes clause.

iv. The Contractor will be responsible for protecting the cultural resources within and adjacent to the project area from damage. In addition, the Contractor will be liable for all damage to the cultural resources caused by their actions or the actions of their agents or representatives. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer or their representative if any damage occurs to any cultural resource and immediately suspend work in the area in which damage has occurred until authorized to proceed.

v. The Contractor agrees to include this language within all subcontracts.

B. The structure or structures involved in this project are not historic.

C. Protection of Landscaping and Surrounding Structures: All Ground Disturbance at this project shall have oversite by an Owner provided Archeologist. Coordinate schedules as required. The Contractor shall take all necessary measures to provide protection for all trees, fencing, walks and other landscape features and surrounding structures near the

Page | 5 work site as noted with the contract. Any such surrounding features damaged, scarred or broken as a result of the Contractor’s operations at the site outside of agreed upon documented extents, shall be treated, repaired or replaced in kind to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

ITEM 2 – PROTECTING EXISTING UTILITIES

2.1 Protecting Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR) and utility companies as required to request location services prior to and to coordinate any excavation/digging operations, and/or for demolition if within Scope of Work.

2.2 Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities on site or indoors. If contractor damage occurs, alert CO and COR as soon as safely possible, and repair utility at no additional expense to the Government. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, contact CO and COR as soon as safely possible.

2.3 Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated below:

A. Notify CO and COR not less than two business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 to 3 hours. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor for periods longer than stated allowance or if required for critical systems as determined by COR.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

https://www.nps.gov/piro/learn/management/suptcompendium.htm

A. Communications: Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer and COR with methods of communications including land and/or cell phone numbers (note some areas of work have limited service coverage), email and in case of emergency 24-hour contact options for duration of time operations.

B. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein and as required for safety) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. Smoking is not permitted within any Federal building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

D. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. The North Country trail head exits at the site of installation.

Precautions must be taken to ensure visitor safety.

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3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of

8am to 5pm., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, early morning, or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the CO and COR. Submit requests for work outside of the stated normal business hours to the CO and COR for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

The following Federal holidays are observed by the National Park Service:

New Year’s Day Inauguration Day Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday Washington’s Birthday Memorial Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Independence Day Labor Day Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day

• Note: Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding

Friday; holidays falling on Sunday will be observed on the following Monday. The specific day that each holiday is recognized for each year can be found at the following site: Federal Holidays (opm.gov).

3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to construction area as shown on site plan. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, access roads, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

C. Do Not disturb site outside of noted disturbance area, including earthwork, and clearing of vegetation, to:

1. 15 feet beyond the existing buildings footprint. Do not disturb portions of project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

Contractor shall provide appropriate matts for equipment on turf areas to reduce soil compaction. Contractor shall remediate soil compaction as directed to do so by the CO/COR.

D. Utilities https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2022 https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2022

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1. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum as required.

2. Water Service: Water from existing water system is not available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Use resources wisely and minimize waste of water.

3. Electric Power Service: Electric power from existing system is not available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Power may or may not meet your construction power tool requirements, provide generators if questionable. Use power in a resourceful manner and avoid excess power waste.

4. Sanitary Operations:

a. Toilets: Contractor shall be able to use the existing park restroom facilities, specific location to be discussed during the preconstruction meeting. The restroom facilities shall be kept in immaculate condition. At the discretion of Park personnel and/or COR;

contractor may lose the use of the restroom facilities if they are not kept clean and orderly. Restroom use will be a “One strike and you’re out” policy. If restroom privileges are revoked Contractor will be required to provide a toilet for contracting personnel, sufficiently lighted and ventilated toilet facilities in weatherproof, sight proof, handicap accessible (if required), sturdy enclosures with privacy locks. Coordinate with COR for approved location.

E. Security and Protection facilities:

1. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with state and federal environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

2. Cleaning of Equipment: The Contractor shall ensure that prior to moving on to the Project Area, all equipment, is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Ensure that all equipment has been pressure washed and is free of exotic species prior to start-up of operations and moving of equipment to Project Area.

Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds, and other debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools are not required.

3. Vegetation and Wetland Protection: Coordinate with COR to construct protection fence at drip line of any vegetation or wetlands impacted within construction and grading limits. Any damaged vegetation or wetlands are to be restored to original conditions via replacement at no additional expense to the Government. Protection fence to be a temporary barrier, meeting the following requirements: High-density plastic, extruded and stretched polyethylene fabric with 2 inch (50mm) maximum opening pattern, highly visible orange color, 48 inches (1220mm) high, supported by tubular or T-shape galvanized steel posts spaced not more than 96 inches (2440mm) apart. Coordinate with COR prior to ANY vegetation or wetland removals. Consult with COR for any unplanned removals required for vegetation that interferes with construction. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near vegetation to prevent damage.

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4. Pest Control: Follow best practices to minimize attraction and harboring of rodents, roaches, and other pests and to perform extermination and control procedures at regular intervals so Project will be free of pests and their residues at project completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

5. Temporary Enclosures: Provide and maintain temporary enclosures such as snow fence as required for protection of construction in progress and from access by visitors or staff, other construction operations, and similar activities.

6. Hot Work Permit: Not Required

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project staging area noted on the plans/aerial. Specific storage units shall be provided by the contractor and exact location within staging area shown in appendix A below may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing. All storage units provided by the contractor shall be in a clean and acceptable condition to the COR. Security of the materials and equipment on site is the Contractor’s responsibility.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features:

3.6 Hauling Restrictions: Contractor shall verify and be responsible for the path accessing the site and obtaining / maintaining all local, state and federal permits/licenses associated with hauling/road requirements and dumping of materials associated with the project.

3.7 Waste Removal, Recycling, and General Housekeeping:

A. Keep project site in a neat, orderly, and safe condition at all times.

1. Contractor is responsible for providing dumpsters for waste and recycling and for removing all waste created by the project. Contractor shall recycle to the highest degree possible and empty dumpsters as necessary to avoid debris on site.

Coordinate with COR for approved dumpster locations prior to commencing construction.

2. Dispose of waste materials and recycling legally outside the park. The contractor shall not use park dumpsters.

3. Address Recycling: Government goal is to salvage and recycle as much nonhazardous construction waste as possible. Use sustainable methods to the extent possible during this project, recycling material as much as possible within local means. Maintain accurate documentary records for submittal of all recycled materials used including fly ash and slag cement.

4. For all waste and recycling removals offsite, contractors shall provide estimates and/or tickets to quantify material weights and report back to the park, submit to COR for review and record filing.

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

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A. Existing Buildings:

1. N/A

B. New /Existing Buildings Unoccupied:

1. N/A

3.9 Photo Documentation:

A. Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed. Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted preferably electronically by email or optional via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 mega pixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

B. Existing Condition Images:

1. Before starting construction, take color, dated, digital images of project site and adjacent property/roads/etc. that may be impacted by construction activity/traffic. Include existing items to remain or be salvaged from different vantage points and with context for location identification.

C. Construction Progress Images:

1. Document all sub-surface work/ trenches etc. prior to backfill with photos covering enough overall field view to show location and then zoom in for details. (Locations and dimensions shall also be noted on as built drawing set.)

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc.

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

D. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc..

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

3.10 Fire and Life Safety:

A. As a minimum, conduct one weekly 15 minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman or supervisor and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Topics need to coincide with work scheduled for the following week. Document and submit meeting minutes to the CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

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B. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

C. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturers and OSHA

29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements 1926 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (osha.gov). Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

1. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the CO, COR, and park.

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

3. Train employees how to respond to a spill and use the emergency response kit.

3.11 Noise and Acoustics Management

A. Contractor shall not have personal radios or other media sources and they shall not be broadcast within NPS property.

B. Noise Control: Perform operations to minimize noise. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR.

C. Repetitive and/or intermittent, high-level noise: Permitted only during Daytime.

a) Coordinate with COR prior to execution

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

4.1 The Contractor shall commence work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Contractor shall coordinate and incorporate long lead and delivery time items within the schedule.

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids.

Contractors will be accountable for understanding existing conditions. No cost changes for items visible during site visit will be allowed.

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, standards and organizations which may be used in/referred within the

Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, may be found linked from the listed page below. On the home page, follow the link under “Contracting and Procurement” labeled “NPS Reference Standards.” https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

7.1 Description: The work of this section consists of establishing and implementing an effective accident prevention program (APP) and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

7.2 Submittals:

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A. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (APP): Submit a site-specific accident prevention (safety) plan. The Plan shall be written to comply with OSHA and project requirements (a generic plan is not acceptable) including but not limited to the following:

1. Name and qualifications of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. First aid and rescue procedures.

3. Training, both initial and continuing.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to provide for property protection and safety of the public, National Park Service personnel, and Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase, with a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)/Job Safety Analysis (JSA), etc. A sample JHA template may be provided upon request.

5. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as cave-ins, earthquake, explosions, fires, floods, power outages, slides, and windstorms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

6. Contractor to identify nearest location of medical facility for emergencies

7. Recognition that works will be performed in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage if applicable.

8. Supplemental hazard specific plans may be required IAW 29 CFR 1926 or 1910.

B. Meeting and Inspection Reports: Safety Meetings: As a minimum, conduct 15 minute

"toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Submit a report of safety meetings and inspections to CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

7.3 Qualification of Employees:

A. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner to include operators of vehicles and equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

B. 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.

7.4 Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the CO and COR as soon as safely possible and assist the CO and COR and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

7.5 First Aid Facilities: Provide access to facilities for the number of employees and appropriate to the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

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

7.7 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment at all times.

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A. PPE must meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards. Selection shall conform to OSHA

29CFR 1926 Subpart E.

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

C. All PPE will be serviceable at all times. At a minimum, maintain 2 sets of PPE including hard hats and all other Accident Prevention Plan required equipment.

7.8 Hazardous Materials: It shall be the responsibility of all operators and contractors, functioning within the park to properly cleanup, mitigate and remediate if necessary, all unauthorized discharges of hazardous materials or non-hazardous chemical and biological products released from fleet and/or other support vehicles or stationary sources. Response shall be consistent with guidelines established by federal, state, and local regulations, and as outlined within the operator's Safety or Hazardous Materials Business Plan.

A. If a spill, leak, or other release occurs, the operator shall as soon as possible, without impeding cleanup, notify the local 911 Emergency Response, COR and or the National Park Service Emergency Dispatch.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

8.1 If the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend. The Contracting Officer’s notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by subcontractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed. See Item 9.1C below.

ITEM 9 - SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Contracting Submittal Procedures:

A. General: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Technical Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections.

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted via electronic email using

National Park Service form CM-16 form. The form will be provided by the Contracting Officer. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Submit completed CM-16 forms to the CO and the COR

B. Submittal List: administrative required submittals are listed below in 9.1.C and does not include technical section submittal requirements included in each technical section.

C. Preconstruction Conference Submittal: Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation, and any applicable bonds, must be submitted within 10 calendar days of Notice of Award. The following items are to be submitted prior to the Preconstruction Conference or as specified at the CO’s discretion. The timeline for the documents to be submitted will be addressed at the pre-construction conference for those items that were not received and approved prior. Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and

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Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference:

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule. (Must include shop drawings, procurement time including long lead time items, mobilization, trade work progression and completion at minimum.)

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (see section 7 of this document).

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

9.2 Project Submittal Process (Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples): Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet and a list of required submittals is included in each technical specification or attached at the end of this document.

A. Shop Drawings: Indicate all coordinating materials and work impacting the installation coordination, connection details, anchorage requirements, hardware locations, and installation details and locations.

1. Submit Shop Drawings according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and two full size hardcopy documents to COR.

B. Product Data: Provide component construction and specification data sheets, anchorage requirements and any other product specific data.

1. Submit Product Data according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) to COR.

C. Samples: Submit 2 color samples 4” x 6” minimum in size for all product color selections.

Paint samples shall be actual paint finish drawdown for all project colors.

1. Submit Samples CM-16 Transmittal Form according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and physical samples of actual material to COR.

D. For submittals specified above, forward submittals to Contracting Officer and COR at least 15 days before need for approval (depends on length of project).

E. After approving submittals, Contracting Officer and/or COR will return one copy to the

Contractor. If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return all copies to Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: All brand names noted are subject to ‘or equal’ products. If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 1 manufacturer, the description of the proposed item must reflect the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs as demonstrated by the salient physical, functional, or

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A. For each item proposed as an “approved equal,” submit supporting data, including:

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified and with the salient characteristics provided.

3. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

4. Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

5. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists.

Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

B. A request for approval constitutes a representation that General Contractor:

1. Has investigated and shall provide documentation in request showing that the proposed item is equal or superior in all respects to the salient characteristics specified.

2. Will meet or exceed warranties for the proposed 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.

C. Approved Equals will be evaluated and approved/disapproved during the submittal process.

9.4 Schedule of Values: Submit the Schedule of Values a minimum of one week prior to the

Preconstruction Conference for COR review. Schedule of Values shall include defined work line items with cost break downs including labor, material, and equipment for COR approval.

9.5 Progress Reporting: The initial Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values are required a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. After the Notice to Proceed is issued and after on-site work begins, progress will be documented via daily logs and by providing an updated Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values when requested, but minimally with each pay application. Submit digital copy electronically (PDF preferred) of all required documents.

Construction Schedules are normally in bar chart form and indicate estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. For a pay application to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner, the following information must either be submitted prior to or accompany submission of the pay application:

A. Daily/weekly progress reports during construction as part of the administration process.

B. Updated Schedule of Values: Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for payment. The work activities broken out within the schedule of values shall be integrated into and made a logical part of the construction baseline schedule submitted under this specification. The total costs for the component work activities shall

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ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

10.1 It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide temporary services, equipment, tools, and skilled labor as required for the chosen means and methods to perform the work in accomplishing this Contract.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

11.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures working toward Final Acceptance.

11.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. Move attic stock to location coordinated with COR. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for intended use. Inspector holds the right to reschedule if project is not ready for inspection.

11.3 Completion and Final Inspection: Contractor shall submit written certification of project completion and request a final inspection to the Contracting Officer and COR. The Contracting Officer or designee will make an inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

A. If the work is determined to be complete following the final inspection with minor comments, the COR will prepare and provide the Contractor a Punch List noting outstanding items to be addressed.

B. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer will notify Contractor in writing, stating reasons. Contractor, after completing the work according to the Contract Documents, shall resubmit completion and request a new final inspection. Re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

C. Contractor shall complete the Punch List within 30 calendar days, or a time directed by the

CO.

D. Once Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items are accepted, Contracting Officer will issue Letter of Final Acceptance of Work and request the final pay application.

E. If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time frame, the Contracting Officer may correct the work with an appropriate reduction in contract price or charge for re-inspection costs in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

F. Disposition of any permits and warranties required by the specifications in this section.

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11.4 Final Acceptance of the Work: After all punch list deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of Final Acceptance will be issued. A Release of Claims document must be executed and submitted to the Contracting Officer before final payment can occur.

11.5 Warranties

A. Construction Warranty shall be based on date of final acceptance of the work and remain in effect for one year.

B. Provide all manufacturer warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extent of coverage and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall final acceptance.

C. Information shall include operation and maintenance manuals for each warranted product.

ITEM 12 - DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

12.1 Summary

A. The intent of this section is to explain, in general, what is and what is not included in a contract line item, and the limits or cut off points where one item ends, and another begins.

B. If no contract line item exists for a portion of the work, include the costs in a related item.

12.2 List of Contract Line Items

A. Contract Line-Item No. 1

1. This item consists of material, labor, and equipment costs to mobilize and demobilize from the project site.

2. Payment will be made per the contract and percentage of completion level.

B. Contract Line-Item No. 2

1. This item consists of material, labor, and equipment costs to demo existing toilets.

C. Contract Line-Item No. 3

1. This item consists of material, labor, and equipment costs to provide and install new pre-cast vault toilets.

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SECTION 024116

STRUCTURE DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Demolition and/or removal of buildings and removal of decks, platforms, service backboards, etc. It is the contractor’s option to salvage modular buildings.

2. Removing below-grade construction.

3. Disconnecting, capping, or sealing, and abandoning in-place site utilities.

1.2 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

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

B. Historic items, relics, similar objects, and other items of interest or value to Owner that may be uncovered during demolition remain the property of Owner.

1. If discovered, stop all work and contact COR. Work will not continue until cleared by COR.

1.3 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Predemolition Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Proposed Protection Measures: Submit a report, describing the measures proposed for protecting individuals and property, for environmental protection, for dust control and, for noise control. Indicate proposed locations and construction of barriers. The site is on a school campus. Describe how the site will be secured from students and school personnel.

1. Adjacent Infrastructure: Detail special measures proposed to protect adjacent infrastructure to remain.

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

C. Predemolition photographs or video of the project area to depict pre-construction conditions. Provide emphasis on any pre-existing damage which may be mis-interpreted as Contractor caused.

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1.5 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

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

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

1.7 FIELD CONDITIONS

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

B. Buildings in the vicinity of the demolition area will be occupied. Conduct building demolition so operations of occupied buildings will not be disrupted.

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

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

C. Hazardous Materials: It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work.

1. If materials suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify COR. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner under a separate contract.

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

E. Arrange demolition schedule so as not to interfere with Owner's on-site operations or operations of adjacent occupied buildings.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

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

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

2.2 SOIL MATERIALS

A. Satisfactory Soils: Backfill voids resulting from demolition operations with appropriate compactable soil. Coordinate need for new vault excavation beneath new toilet structures with limits of current void from removed existing vaults. Maximize reuse of

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

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

B. Record the condition of items to be removed and salvaged.

3.2 PREPARATION

3.3 UTILITY SERVICES AND MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

A. Existing Utilities to be Disconnected: Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off utilities serving buildings and structures to be demolished. Consult with Owner’s IT Director regarding disconnection of data cables.

1. Arrange to shut off utilities with utility companies.

2. If removal, relocation, or abandonment of utility services will affect adjacent occupied buildings, then provide temporary utilities that bypass buildings and structures to be demolished and that maintain continuity of service to other buildings and structures.

3. Cut off pipe or conduit a minimum of 12 inches below grade. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit after bypassing according to requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

4. Do not start demolition work until utility disconnecting and sealing have been completed and verified in writing.

3.4 PROTECTION

A. Existing Facilities: Protect adjacent power lines and driveways during demolition operations. Maintain exit routes from existing buildings.

B. Temporary Shoring: Provide and maintain interior and exterior shoring, bracing, or structural support to preserve stability and prevent unexpected movement or collapse of construction being demolished.

1. Temporary Protection: Erect temporary protection, such as fences where required Protect adjacent facilities from damage due to demolition activities.

2. Protect existing site improvements, appurtenances, and landscaping to remain.

3. Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent facilities to remain.

4. Provide protection to ensure safe passage of people around building demolition area and to and from occupied portions of adjacent buildings and structures.

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C. Remove temporary barriers and protections where hazards no longer exist. Where open excavations or other hazardous conditions remain, leave temporary barriers and protections in place.

3.5 DEMOLITION

A. General: Demolish and/or remove indicated buildings and related elements completely.

Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations of governing regulations and as follows:

1. Do not use cutting torches until work area is cleared of flammable materials.

Maintain portable fire-suppression devices during flame-cutting operations.

2. Maintain fire watch during and for at least six (6) hours after flame-cutting operations.

3. Maintain adequate ventilation when using cutting torches.

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

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

1. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, walkways, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without permission from Owner and authorities having jurisdiction.

Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed trafficways if required by authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Use water mist and other suitable methods to limit spread of dust and dirt. Comply with governing environmental-protection regulations. C. Explosives: Use of explosives is not permitted.

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

E. Demolish foundation walls and other below-grade construction that are within footprint of buildings being removed and extending 5 feet (1.5 m) outside footprint.

1. Remove below-grade construction, including toilet vaults, foundation walls, and footings completely.

F. Existing Utilities: Abandon existing utilities and below-grade utility structures that are within 5 feet (1.5 m)] outside footprint. Abandon utilities outside this area.

G. Below-Grade Areas: Completely fill below-grade areas and voids resulting from building demolition operations with satisfactory soil and are not utilized for new toilet building vaults.

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H. Site Grading: Uniformly rough grade area of demolished construction to a smooth surface, free from irregular surface changes. Provide a smooth transition between adjacent existing grades and new grades.

I. Promptly repair damage to adjacent infrastructure caused by demolition operations.

3.6 CLEANING

A. Remove demolition waste materials from Project site and dispose of them in an EPA-approved construction and demolition waste landfill acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction. All transportation costs and fees are responsibility of the contractor. B. Do not burn demolished materials.

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

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SECTION 321313

CONCRETE PAVING

PART 2 - GENERAL

2.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes Concrete Paving, Including the Following:

1. Aprons.

2.2 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

1. Review methods and procedures related to concrete paving, including but not limited to, the following:

a. Concrete mixture design.

b. Quality control of concrete materials and concrete paving construction practices.

2. Require representatives of each entity directly concerned with concrete paving to attend, including the following:

a. COR.

b. Concrete paving Subcontractor if applicable.

2.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each of the following:

1. Joint filler

2. Joint sealant

3. Concrete admixtures

4. Concrete curing compounds

B. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of product, ingredient, or admixture requiring color selection.

C. Samples for Verification: For each type of product or exposed finish, prepared as Samples of size indicated below: N/A

D. Design Mixtures: For each concrete paving mixture. Include alternate design mixtures when characteristics of materials, Project conditions, weather, test results, or other circumstances warrant adjustments. Consult and verify alternate design mix with COR.

E. Shop Drawings

2.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For qualified ready-mix concrete manufacturer.

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B. Material Test Reports: For each of the following:

1. Aggregates

2.5 SUBMITTAL COORDINATION

A. Submittal List: A submittal list has been attached to the end of this Specification Section. The intent is to provide an overall summary of the submittal requirements and not a comprehensive list. The requirements of the individual Specification Sections, terms and conditions of the Contract still apply regardless of what is shown on the submittal list.

2.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Ready-Mix-Concrete Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing ready-mixed concrete products and that complies with ASTM C 94 requirements for production facilities and equipment.

1. Manufacturer certified according to NRMCA's "Certification of Ready Mixed Concrete Production Facilities" (Quality Control Manual - Section 3, "Plant Certification Checklist").

2.7 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Traffic Control: Maintain access for vehicular traffic as required for other construction activities.

B. Cold-Weather Concrete Placement: Protect concrete work from physical damage or reduced strength that could be caused by frost, freezing, or low temperatures. Comply with ACI 306.1 and the following:

1. When air temperature has fallen to or is expected to fall below 40 deg F, uniformly heat water and aggregates before mixing to obtain a concrete mixture temperature of not less than 50 deg F and not more than 80 deg F at point of placement.

2. Do not use frozen materials or materials containing ice or snow.

3. Do not use calcium chloride, salt, or other materials containing antifreeze agents or chemical accelerators unless otherwise specified and approved in design mixtures.

C. Hot-Weather Concrete Placement: Comply with ACI 301 and as follows when hot-weather conditions exist:

1. Cool ingredients before mixing to maintain concrete temperature below 90 deg F at time of placement. Chilled mixing water or chopped ice may be used to control temperature, provided water equivalent of ice is calculated in total amount of mixing water.