Scope_of_Work_and_Specifications.pdf

LAKE MEAD NATIONAL RECREATION AREA

BOULDER CITY, NEVADA

Lake Mead National Recreation Area Convert Raw Irrigation System to Potable Water Supply at Boulder Beach

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

January 12, 2023

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION Page No.

1. Existing Conditions 3

2. General Information 3

3. Scope Of Work 3

4. Scope Of Services 3-4

5. Government Furnished Items 4-5

6. Public Use of This Site 5

7. Contractor Use Of Site 5

8. Reference Documents 6

SECTION 01 11 00

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 EXISTING CONDITIONS

Existing Conditions and location:

1. Location of this project is located at the entrance to the Boulder Beach campground. It is incumbent upon the Contractor to furnish mechanics who can and will execute first-class workmanship in the materials and methods specified per AWWA and industry standards.

2. Cultural and Natural Resources, including the built structures, natural features of the landscape and subsurface archeological resources are present and shall be protected throughout the course of the Work.

PART 1 – GENERAL INFORMATION

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK

1. Description of Work. This scope of work is for disconnecting the existing raw water line that services the Boulder Beach campground irrigation system and one fire hydrant. The fire hydrant and irrigation system will then be connected to the potable water source. An appropriately sized backflow device the same size as the pipe that the project is connecting to shall be installed. Contractor is to be responsible for verifying correct size backflow and pipe and a map will be provided. The existing raw water supply source is being eliminated and the completion of this project will ensure less than one hour disruption of water service disruption at the surrounding area of project located at Boulder Beach, NV. Water outages must be communicated to COR 48 hours in advance.

2. Location of Project. This project is in the Boulder Beach, NV developed area. More specifically it is located near the Boulder Beach dump station at the campground. See attached map.

3. Period of Performance. The period of performance is 60 days from the date of award.

4. Responsibility for Work Site. The contractor shall be responsible for all damages to person(s) and property that occur as a result of the contractor’s fault or negligence in connection with the required work and shall hold the government free from all claims arising from such damage.

5. Regular Working Hours. Regular working hours at the park are from 0730 to 1700, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. All work shall be performed during normal working hours.

6. National Park Service Responsibilities (NPS). NPS will provide a COR to insect work and monitor job progress. As built plans will be provided as requested by offerors.

2 PART 2 – SCOPE OF SERVICES

The contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, material and supervision necessary to perform the following tasks.

The contractor shall supply all valving, piping, hardware, backflow testing, and excavation needed to disconnect from the raw line and reconnect to potable water line.

1. Appropriate fittings shall be used to adapt the 10” existing potable line to the hydrant and then to the new backflow and existing 8” irrigation line.

2. All abandoned piping must be capped and/or sealed to prevent seepage.

3. A minimum of 3 epoxy coated isolation AWWA NSF 60/61gate valves will be installed to allow isolation of new piping for pressure test and disinfection per AWWA, NSF and NDEP standards.

These valves are to be the same size as line that is being connected to.

4. The contractor shall follow all AWWA and NDEP standards to include pressure testing and disinfection on new installed section as well as backflow protection.

5. The Contractor will ensure that no leaks are present after conversion.

6. The contractor shall reconnect existing fire hydrant upstream of the new backflow device. The new backflow device shall be an appropriately sized reduced pressure principal backflow prevention device (RP). It shall be installed with a cement pad as well as a hard-shell protective cover installed for protection.

7. New backflow device must be tested and pass before being placed into service.

8. All trash or other waste generated as a result of this project must be disposed of properly by the contractor.

9. Back fill and finish grading must be completed in a manner to match surrounding areas and blend in, or disguise evidence of work being performed on the site.

10. Any water outage that is needed to perform this work must have 48-hour notice. Any outages must be communicated directly to the COR.

11. All appropriate excavation clearances and notices must be accomplished prior to any excavation.

The new backflow device shall be an appropriately sized reduced pressure principal backflow prevention device (RP). It shall be installed with a cement pad as well as a hard-shell protective cover installed for protection.

3. GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED ITEMS

A. The Government may furnish products and materials for incorporation into the work.

1. The contractor shall be responsible for all items needed to compete this work with no Government Furnished Property.

2. After delivery, the government will inspect delivered items for damage. If items are damaged, defective, or missing, the contractor will arrange for replacement.

3. The contractor is responsible for receiving, unloading, and handling government furnished items at project site for use in the work.

4. The contractor is responsible for protecting government furnished items during storage, handling, and the work, including damage from exposure to the elements.

5. If government furnished items are damaged as a result of the contractor’s operations, the contractor shall repair or replace the items in-kind.

B. Government-Furnished Items: The government will furnish the following products or materials for use on this contract:

1. None anticipated.

1.6 PUBLIC USE OF THE SITE

A. General: The project site will be closed to the public during construction.

1.7 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have full use of the site for construction operations during the construction period. Contractor’s use of the site is limited only by the Government’s right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project. Limit use of the site during the construction period to the project area limits as outlined on the attached site map.

Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the project area limits.

B. Park Entry: The contractor shall furnish a list of personnel with phone contact information.

Vehicles associated with the contractor shall be waived entrance fee upon entering in a marked company vehicle or by providing the names of employees entering in personal vehicles. The entrance fee is waived only for the purpose of reporting directly to a specific work location. Any deviation for recreational purposes is subject to payment of required entrance fees.

C. Site Access: The contractor shall access the project site as outlined on the attached site map.

Do not drive vehicles off road or access non-project areas without permission from the contracting officer or park superintendent.

D. Park Regulations: Ensure all personnel (contractors, subcontractors, and vendors) entering or working in the park are familiar with and obey all park regulations. Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity.

E. Working Hours: Regular work hours shall be limited to daylight hours from 7:30 a.m. until

5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Work outside regular hours requires approval from the Contracting Officer.

1. January 1, New Year's Day

i. January 1 on Saturday, New Year's Day observed on Friday

ii. January 1 on Sunday, New Year's Day observed on Monday

2. 3rd Monday in January, Martin Luther King, Jr Birthday

3. 3rd Monday in February, Washington's Birthday (Presidents' Day)

4. 4th Monday in May, Memorial Day

5. June 19, Juneteenth National Independent Day

i. June 19 on Saturday, Juneteenth observed on Friday

6. June 19 on Sunday, Juneteenth observed on Monday July 4, Independence Day

i. July 4 on Saturday, Independence Day observed on Friday

ii. July 4 on Sunday, Independence Day observed on Monday

7. 1st Monday in September, Labor Day

8. 2nd Monday in October, Columbus Day

9. November 11, Veterans Day

i. November 11 on Saturday, Veterans Day observed on Friday

ii. November 11 on Sunday, Veterans Day observed on Monday

10. 4th Thursday in November, Thanksgiving Day

11. December 25, Christmas Day

i. December 25 on Saturday, Christmas observed on Friday

ii. December 25 on Sunday, Christmas observed on Monday

F. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within 25 feet of any buildings in the park. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction, and buildings under renovation. Discarding of tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

G. Staging and Storage: Confine storage of equipment and materials to the staging / lay-down / storage areas as established at the preconstruction meeting.

H. Parking: The contractor shall park vehicles and heavy equipment in designated areas for contractor use or as established at the preconstruction meeting. Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along roads or in associated overlooks / pull-outs.

I. Driveways and Entrances: The contractor shall keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the government, government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

J. Preservation of Natural Features: Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restored damaged areas and replace damaged trees, vegetation, and grass at no expense to the government.

K. Refer also to Section 01 11 40 Work Restrictions and Section 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls.

1.8 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS / REPORTS

General: The following reference documents / reports are available upon request to supplement the information specified in the contract documents: N/A.

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