Retaining_Wall_Replacement_-_Specifications.pdf

CUYAHOGA VALLEY NATIONAL PARK

BRECKSVILLE, OHIO

REPLACE RETAINING WALL ALONG

THE CUYAHOGA VALLEY SCENIC RAILROAD

PMIS NO. 246020

DRAWING NO. 80078

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

(Final Construction Documents)

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

REGIONS 3/4/5

MARCH 2025

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Table of Contents

1 TABLE OF CONTENTS

2 COVER & TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 Cover 4 Table of Contents 5 Seal and Signature Page

6 DIVISION 01 — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

7 01 00 00 - DIVISION 01 DIVIDER

8 01 10 00 - SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS V2023-11-11

9 DIVISION 03 — CONCRETE

10 03 00 00 - DIVISION 03 DIVIDER

11 03 00 05 - CONCRETE

12 03 41 33 - PRECAST CONCRETE

13 DIVISION 05 — METALS

14 05 00 00 - DIVISION 05 DIVIDER

15 05 12 00 - STRUCTURAL STEEL

16 DIVISION 31 — EARTHWORK

17 31 00 00 - DIVISION 31 DIVIDER

18 31 10 00 - SITE CLEARING

19 31 23 10 - EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL

20 31 32 19 - GEOTEXTILES

21 31 63 29 - CONCRETE DRILLED SHAFTS

22 DIVISION 32 — EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

23 32 00 00 - DIVISION 32 DIVIDER

24 32 91 13 - TOPSOILING AND FINISHED GRADING

25 32 92 19 - SEEDING

REPLACE RETAINING WALL ALONG

THE CUYAHOGA VALLEY SCENIC RAILROAD

PMIS NO. 246020

DRAWING NO. 80078

I hereby certify that the portion of this technical submission described below was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am duly registered Professional Engineer.

Todd M. Feldman March 3, 2025

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I hereby certify that the portion of this technical submission described below was prepared by me or under my direct supervision and that I am duly registered Structural Professional Engineer.

Michael Sondles March 3, 2025

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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: The purpose of the project is to address the condition of the existing timber retaining wall along the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (CVSR) near Mile Post (MP) 40.3. Distress in the wall was originally reported during a Federal Highway inspection of the abutments of the CVSR bridge over North Howard Street that was updated in the early 1990’s. The CVSR runs generally north and south, meandering along the Cuyahoga River. The existing timber pile retaining wall is located on the north side (track east) near and closely aligned with an east-west segment of the scenic railway.

The CVSR is a 501(c) nonprofit organization that operates the railroad. The line was originally a CSX line but is currently categorized as “scenic railway” with traffic speeds of 25 MPH or less (designated as a Class II regional railroad).

Contractor shall coordinate with First Energy in order to determine permit and safety requirements.

Photos of the work site may be found in Section 01 00 00A.

The Summit Metro Parks Temporary Work / Access Agreement may be found in Section

01 00 00B.

CVSR’s Track Authority Policy may be found in Section 01 00 00C.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Cuyahoga Valley National Park; Brecksville, Ohio – Approximate GPS Coordinates - 41°05’24” N, 81°31’00” W

B. Work consists of:

1. Clearing and grubbing

2. Construction, including compaction and backfilling, of a 142.5-foot replacement retaining wall adjacent to a140-foot (approximately) failing timber retaining wall at milepost 40.3, near Bridge 436.

3. New retaining wall shall be constructed per American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA) standards with a minimum service life of 30 years.

4. Replace ballast of the section of railroad above retaining wall as required (if necessary) per AREMA standards.

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

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 365 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed. The period of performance is inclusive of 10 weather days.

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a. Clarification: The Notice to Proceed will be issued with a period of performance that is all inclusive of supply lead times, material deliveries, anticipated average weather days for location, 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 data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts, the Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity of the discovery and notify the Contracting Officer immediately, when safe to do so, and follow up in writing 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. An underground hydraulic race is located outside the planned limits of disturbance but identified on the drawings as is a designated historic structure. Every precaution shall be taken by the Contractor to prevent damage to existing historical materials, structural components and to the surrounding area. Should any damage be incurred as a result of the Contractor’s operations at the site, it shall be repaired, or the damaged materials replaced in kind by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

i. Should Contractor’s operations or employees uncover or find any historic artifacts or archeological remains not specifically noted within the contract, the Contractor shall suspend operations at the site of discovery; notify the Contracting Officer immediately of the findings and continue operations in other areas outside a 50-foot radius of discovery.

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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. Contractor to complete a utility OUPS call to include fiber optic, water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, electrical, et cetera, in the area impacted by construction.

A. Call OHIO811, oups.org-8aa or 1088-362-2764 prior to beginning work by utility lines.

OHIO811 shall identify exact locations of utilities being disturbed.

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: Not anticipating any interruption to utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others.

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 at the following web site:

Superintendent's Compendium - Cuyahoga Valley National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

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 on National Park Service property.

D. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

A. 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 https://www.nps.gov/cuva/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm https://www.nps.gov/cuva/learn/management/superintendents-compendium.htm

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

New Year 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

B. 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).

C. The CVSR train generally operates from May through October with additional holiday activities in November and December. The following link to the CVSR railroad is included to assist the Contractor with schedule coordination. Link to Cuyahoga Scenic Railroad:

https://www.cvsr.org/

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.

i. The existing right-of-way is 30 FT each side of the track measured from the centerline.

The right of way north and south of the railway is heavily vegetated with undergrowth as well as mature tree growth.

ii. Trees on the north (track east) side of the track will be removed prior to construction of the new retaining wall. Contractor is required to clear and grub the area prior to construction including stumps and roots.

iii. Cascade Park and its entrance, that are immediately north (track east) of the track and retaining wall, are not to be disturbed by construction activities.

iv. 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 without written permission from the CO or COR. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

C. Coordination with Railroad:

i. Contractor shall coordinate work with Cuyahoga Valley National Park and Cuyahoga

Valley Scenic Railroad and follow all safety precautions required by the Railroad and Park.

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ii. All contractors are required to complete the Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) training provided by CVSR.

iii. Contractor shall coordinate the proposed work schedule with the Railroad and advise of any changes to the established schedule as soon as revisions are known.

iv. The track structure is inspected by rail once or twice a week (one pass per inspection).

v. The railroad may operate additional trains or other on-track equipment at any time.

vi. Any damage to Railroad property as a result of construction activities shall be reported immediately.

D. Coordination with Summit Metro Parks:

i. Access to the project site through Summit Metro Parks land will be conditional on the contractor successfully completing and getting approved the Summit Metro Parks Temporary Work/Access Agreement Application. This application must be submitted at least one month prior to the start of the proposed work.

ii. Questions/Correspondence related to the application and access on Summit Metro Parks land should be directed to Mark Szeremet (MSzeremet@summitmetroparks.org) with the NPS COR copied.

iii. All areas used for access must be returned to their as found or better condition upon completion of the project.

E. Coordination with City of Akron

i. Contractor shall coordinate work with the City of Akron.

ii. City of Akron contact: 330-375-2010

iii. Questions/correspondence should be directed to the City of Akron Plans and Permits

Department for Construction Access:

https://www.akronohio.gov/departments/service/engineering_bureau/plans_permits.php

iv. NPS COR should be copied on all communication.

F. Coordination with First Energy Cooperation(Power company):

i. Contractor shall coordinate work with First Energy Corporation.

ii. Questions/correspondence should be directed to Jacob Buchholz

(jbuchholz@firstenergycorp.com) with the NPS COR copied.

iii. NPS COR should copied on all communication.

G. Do not disturb site outside of noted disturbance area.

H. Utilities

i. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract

Sum as required.

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

iii. Electric Power Service: Electric power from existing system is not available. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Use power in a resourceful manner and avoid excess power waste.

iv. Waste Operation:

a. Toilets: Contractor must provide toilets for contractor personnel, sufficiently lighted and ventilated toilet facilities in weatherproof, sight proof, handicap accessible (if https://www.akronohio.gov/departments/service/engineering_bureau/plans_permits.php mailto:jbuchholz@firstenergycorp.com

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b. Waste Removal / Recycling: Contractor is responsible 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 dumpster location with

COR.

I. Security and Protection facilities:

i. 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.

ii. 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.

iii. Tree and Plant Protection: Provide Tree Protection fence at drip line of trees near the construction area. Coordinate with COR. Trees (live or dead) exhibiting bat-roosting suitability will only be cut during the hibernation period (October 01 to March 31).

Potential roost trees identified during the non-hibernation period that require removal should be brought to the attention of the park biologist prior to removal in accordance with USFWS guidelines for listed species.

iv. Routine Tree Removal will occur only between October 1 and March 31 in order to protect the federally listed endangered Indiana bat and other bat species. Removal of trees that may provide bat habitat at other times of the year first will require completion of a bat survey to document presence or absence of bats

a. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones.

b. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval. Consult with Contracting Officer Representative and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

c. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to trees.

d. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near trees to prevent damage.

J. 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.

K. Temporary Enclosures: N/A

L. Site Enclosure Fence: N/A

M. Hot Work Permit: Submit HW-1 Hot work permit form and receive approval from COR prior to Hot work activities commencing on site.

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

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A. Contractor materials storage and staging areas will be limited. Nearby areas owned and managed by the City of Akron may be utilized during construction if approved by the City of Akron Plans and Permits Department. Confine storage of materials and equipment to the construction area or areas approved by the COR. Security of the materials and equipment on site is the Contractor’s responsibility.

B. Material and equipment shall not be located within 10 ft of Railroad property

C. Contractor will need to coordinate with Summit County for access to County property and the City of Akron for access to City property.

D. Limits of use and control shall be subject to Contracting Officer’s approval. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site and impact to park visitors (avoid high use times).

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: The Federally listed endangered Indiana bat (Myotis sodalis), a tree roosting bat dependent on stream corridors and riparian areas which provide foraging sites.

The recently listed Northern long eared bat (Myotis septentrionalis) is present within the boundary of the park.

The Migratory Bird Treaty Act is in effect; hence, the tree removal restriction (without implementation of nest surveys) is in effect from April 01 to July 15.

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 Housekeeping:

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

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

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

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings: 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

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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.

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.

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

1. Do not exceed the following dB(A) limitations at 50 feet:

Sound Level in dB(A) Time Duration of Impact Noise 70 More than 12 minutes in any hour 80 More than 3 minutes in any hour

2. Maximum permissible construction equipment noise levels at 50 feet:

EARTHMOVING dB(A) MATERIALS HANDLING dB(A) Compressors 75 Pneumatic Tools 80 Pumps 75 Saws 75 Generators 75 Vibrators 75

C. Ambient Noise:

1. Maximum noise levels (dB) for receiving noise area at property line shall be as follows:

a. Residential receiving area :

Daytime: 65 dB Nighttime: 45 dB

b. Commercial/Industrial receiving area:

Daytime: 67 dB Nighttime: 65 dB

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.

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7.2 Submittals:

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.

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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.

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 four 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.

7.9 Railroad: Coordinate safety training for working in close proximity with the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad with Railroad personnel.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

8.1 The Contracting Officer will conduct a preconstruction conference and 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.

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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 the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies if not resolved as directed.

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.

8. Waste Management Plan.

9. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP or UPPP) Submitted to AHJ

(Authority Having Jurisdiction).

10. List of Required Construction Permits. Include the following information for each permit:

a. Name of Permit.

b. The Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction issuing the permit.

c. Information required from the Government to complete the permit application.

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 stained concrete samples 4” x 6” minimum in size for all product selections. Stain samples shall be actual finish drawdown for project.

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.

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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 performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet and/or exceed that as specified in the solicitation or relevant specification. Contractor shall incorporate and be responsible for all collateral costs due to the or equal proposed as required to provide a complete project.

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

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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 equal the contract price for that lump-sum item. The Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. A sample Schedule of Values format may be provided upon request.

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. 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.

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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.

G. Upon completion of work, Contractor shall provide the COR with an as-built survey plan.

Survey shall be provided in Autocad and pdf formats along with a comma delineated text file of the survey points and description of horizontal and vertical survey datums. Survey must contain elevations and locations for the points listed here at a minimum. Elevations shall be called out on the plan. Locations may be handled by showing the points on the plan using ad accurate scale. (I.E., Coordinates not required on the plan.)

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. 0001 Temporary Facilities/Controls & As-Built Survey

B. Contract Line Item No. 0002 Clearing/Grubbing and Earthwork

C. Contract Line Item No. 0003 Piles

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D. Contract Line Item No. 0004 Precast Plank Retaining Wall

E. Contract Line Item No. 0005 Cast in Place Concrete Wall

F. Contract Line Item No. 0006 Topsoil and Seeding

G. Bid Option – Precast Concrete Form Liner

1. Provide form lined concrete and precast panels per the limits shown in the plans. The aesthetic pattern shall be a stone or wood plank pattern which complements the existing adjacent bridge abutments and/or mimics the existing timber wall. Patterns shall be coordinated to provide a uniform pattern and appearance. Prior to beginning any work, the contractor shall submit a catalog containing suitable stone and wood plank pattern options to the Contracting Officer Representative (COR) for selection and approval.

2. Color stain and clear anti-graffiti sealer shall be applied to the end walls (wing walls). The stain color shall be a uniform color which compliments the existing adjacent bridge abutments and/ mimics the existing timber wall. Prior to beginning any work the contractor shall submit a mockup using the selected stain and sealer to the COR for approval.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXCUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 10 00

SECTION 01 10 00A – PHOTOS OF WORK SITE

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SECTION 01 10 00B – TEMPORARY WORK / ACCESS AGREEMENT

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SECTION 01 10 00C – CVSR’S TRACK AUTHORITY POLICY

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EXHIBIT 4

Track Authority Policy

Track Authority Issuance:

Any personnel requiring track authority on the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad (“CVSR”) must contact the Dispatcher on duty by radio or at 330-388-6662. Track authorities must be requested in advance, at a minimum, by the previous business day, but earlier is encouraged to ensure no conflicts arise with train movements or other work crews.

Workers are not permitted to begin any work on or near the track structure until track authority has been granted. The Dispatcher will only issue track authority to Contractor personnel who have completed the RWP1 Training and reserves the right to withhold track authority.

The Contractor employee with track authority is required to coordinate with a site foreman to ensure all equipment and personnel are clear within Working Limits when permission is granted for trains and/or On Track Equipment (OTE) to proceed into the Working Limits. Tracks must not be fouled until trains and/or OTE is clear of the work area, and it is determined to be safe to resume work.

General Requirements:

All work within 8 feet from the centerline of each rail will be performed under the supervision of a qualified Employee-In-Charge/Flagman with track authority. This includes work performed above the right-of-way. A vertical clearance of 21 feet from the top of the rail must be maintained unless working under a track authority.

All work beyond 8 feet and within 25 feet of the centerline of each rail will be performed under the supervision of a qualified Employee-In-Charge/Flagman without a track authority.

All work beyond 25 feet from the centerline of each track may be done without a qualified Employee-In-Charge/Flagman.

o Equipment such as booms or cranes must not reach within 25 feet of the centerline of any track.

o Working Limits must receive approval from the Director of Operations.

Working Limits Requirements:

For purposes of the PROJECT, being the construction of a 142.5-foot replacement retaining wall adjacent to a 140-foot (approximately) failing timber retaining wall along CVSR at milepost 40.3, near Bridge 436. “Working Limits” are defined as any person, equipment, or material entrance in the area within 25 feet of the centerline of each rail including the area a vertical distance of 21 feet above the top of the rail between the east and west abutments.

All work must be stopped while trains are passing within the Working Limits.

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All workers will remain off the tracks. If necessary to perform work on the track, protection will be provided as stated above.

Work being done in an ABSOLUTE NO-FOUL zone is where employees or equipment will never be, nor have the potential of being, closer than 25 feet from the centerline of any operating track is exempt from the requirements for Roadway Worker Protection.

Any personnel that will be working on or near the track structure are required to be trained on On-Track and Roadway Worker Safety (49 CFR Part 214) and CVSR rules by a qualified CVSR Instructor.

1See Exhibit 4-A for obtaining RWP Training.

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D I V I S I O N 0 3

CONCRETE

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SECTION 03 00 05 - CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Cast-in-place concrete.

B. Related Specification Sections include but are not necessarily limited to:

1. Section 31 23 10 - Excavation and Backfill.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Referenced Standards:

1. American Concrete Institute (ACI):

a. 117, Specification for Tolerances for Concrete Construction and Materials.

b. 211.1, Standard Practice for Selecting Proportions for Normal, Heavyweight and

Mass Concrete.

c. 212.3R, Chemical Admixtures for Concrete.

d. 304R, Guide for Measuring, Mixing, Transporting, and Placing Concrete.

e. 304.2R, Placing Concrete by Pumping Methods.

f. 305.1, Hot Weather Concreting.

g. 306.1, Cold Weather Concreting.

h. 315, Manual of Standard Practices for Detailing Reinforced Concrete Structures.

i. 318, Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete.

j. 347, Guide to Formwork for Concrete.

k. CT-13, Concrete Terminology.

l. SP 66, ACI Detailing Manual.

2. American Railway Engineering and Maintenance-of-Way Association (AREMA):

a. AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering (most current edition at time of construction), Chapter 8, part 1.

3. Corps of Engineers (COE):

a. CRD-C621, Standard Specification for Packaged, Dry, Hydraulic-Cement Grout

(Non-Shrink).

4. Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI):

a. Manual of Standard Practice Practice (most current edition at time of construction).

5. National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA).

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B. Quality Control:

1. Concrete testing agency:

a. Contractor to employ and pay for services of a testing laboratory to:

1) Perform materials evaluation.

2) Design concrete mixes.

b. Concrete testing agency to meet requirements of ASTM E329.

2. Do not begin concrete production until proposed concrete mix design has been approved by Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

a. Approval of concrete mix design by Contracting Officer Representative (COR) does not relieve Contractor of his responsibility to provide concrete that meets…