Section J Att 002 - Specifications - Volume 1 of 2.pdf

VOLUME 1 OF 2

SEQUOIA & KINGS CANYON

NATIONAL PARKS

PMIS No. 208302

LODGEPOLE VISITOR CENTER ELECTRICAL UPGRADE

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

Division 1 – General Requirements

October 12, 2020

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

PACIFIC WEST REGION

RFP No. 140P8621R0001 Section J - Attachment No. 002

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VOLUME 1 OF 2

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS NO. OF PAGES

01 11 00 Summary of Work 01 26 00 Contact Modification Procedures 01 27 00 Definition of Contract Line Items 01 31 00 Project Management & Coordination 01 32 16 Construction Progress Schedule 01 33 23 Submittal Procedures 01 35 23 Safety Requirements 01 35 46 Indoor Air Quality Management 01 35 46.10 Noise & Acoustics Management 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 01 42 00 References 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities & Controls 01 60 00 Product Requirements 01 73 29 Cutting & Patching 01 73 40 Execution 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management & Disposal 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 78 23 Operation & Maintenance Data Appendix A Submittal List

DIVISION 01

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 00

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by the Contract Documents.

2. Work phases.

3. Work under other contracts.

4. Contractor use of premises.

5. Public use of site.

6. Occupancy requirements for buildings.

7. Work Restrictions.

8. Special Construction Requirements.

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Location: Sequoia & Kings Canyon National Parks, Lodgepole Visitor Center, approximately 1.5 hours east from Visalia, California. Access to some project sites may be limited in the months of November to May due to snow.

B. Summary of work includes definition found in Section 01 27 00 Definition of Contract Line

Items.

1. Contractor shall conform to pilaster crack report requirements (attached to this Section).

C. Generally, the Work consists of the following:

1. Installing of new junction boxes and outlets

2. Installing new conduit and cable from existing panels to new junction box or outlets.

D. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

E. For any work components wherein, the component specifications are not expressly included in these Contract Documents, the Contractor is to field verify the existing work component and then include each component as ‘like-in-kind’ to the existing work component in the appropriate bid item in the Contract Price Schedule. The Contractor must submit a technical data sheet for the ‘like-in-kind’ component specifications to the Contracting Officer for review and approval as part of the submittal requirements.

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1.3 WORK PHASES

A. The Contractor shall have the flexibility to sequence the construction of the work items at to minimize interference with subsequent work tasks.

1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Visitor Center will be closed to the public during construction. There potentially will be other contractors and construction happening during this time. All contractors will coordinate their work.

2. Limits: Confine constructions operations to limit use of premises to areas of the Visitor Center which are identified to be rehabilitated or replaced as indicated.

3. All site disturbances are to be approved by Contracting Officer.

4. All damage to walls, floors, and ceilings, etc. shall be restored to pre-construction conditions by Contractor at no additional cost to the Government. The Contracting Officer will photograph and/or video tape pre-construction conditions at the site

5. Road access to buildings and other facilities must remain open at all times.

B. Storage of Materials: Confine storage of materials and other adjacent salvage storage areas as directed by the Contracting Officer or indicated on the construction documents. Contractor shall return all storage areas to the same condition which they found them at the start of construction.

C. Preservation of Natural Features:

1. All equipment shall be power washed and inspected prior to entering the Park to ensure it is free of non-native weeds and/or seeds. In addition, sources of imported rock, sand, gravel and soil shall be inspected for invasive non-native plants, weeds and/or seeds. The Contractor shall submit a list of proposed sources, end use and temporary storage requirements for imported material, thirty (30) calendar days prior to delivery. Imported material shall be free of non-native weeds and/or seeds. Imported material shall be shipped directly from the source to the Park without intermediary storage or staging.

Shipping vessels shall be covered to prevent spillage or blowing of their contents while in transit.

2. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

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

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

5. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

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

7. Use of straw or rice products, including “certified weed free” products, shall not be permitted. Acceptable materials for erosion control blankets and sediment logs include excelsior or coir fiber products. Jute or cotton shall be used as netting in erosion control blankets; plastic netting is not permitted in blankets.

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D. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways 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.

1. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

2. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

E. Construction Camp: Establishment of a camp within the park will not be permitted.

F. Hauling Restrictions: Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials. Load restrictions on park roads are identical to the state load restrictions with such additional regulations as may be imposed by the Park Superintendent. Information regarding rules and regulations for vehicular traffic on park roads may be obtained from the Office of the Park Superintendent. A special permit will not relieve Contractor of liability for damage which may result from moving of equipment.

1.5 PUBLIC USE OF SITE

A. Contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

1.6 OCCUPANCY REQUIRMENTS FOR BUILDINGS

A. Existing Buildings

1. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy buildings that will be under construction during the entire contract period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits, unless otherwise indicated.

a. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from the Contracting Officer.

b. Maintain existing building in a weather tight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Protect building and its occupants during construction period.

1.7 CONDUCT OF OPERATIONS

A. 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.

B. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the Contracting Officer. Submit requests forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the work to the Contracting Officer for approval.

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C. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.8 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

Work outside these hours may be approved by the Contracting Officer if requested in writing by the Contractor. No holiday work will be permitted without prior approval from Contracting Officer.

1. Work will be started as early as possible or as contracting allows.

B. Existing Utilities

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

2. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair utility. An equitable adjustment will be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the contract.

C. 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:

1. Notify Contracting Officer not less than seventy-two (72) hours in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Contracting Officer’s written permission.

D. Throughout the entire construction period, the Contractor shall schedule all work and provide temporary facilities, electrical power and control circuits to minimize utility shutdowns. Work shall be scheduled such that interruptions to service are to be completed to maintain facilities operation. Interruptions must be approved by Contracting Officer. Refer to 01 11 00 Part 1.9B.

E. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within twenty-five

(25) feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

1.9 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor shall complete a pre-construction walk-through with the Contracting Officer Representative to verify all utility alignments, building locations, construction access points, etc.

B. The Contractor shall schedule appropriately the storage and application of materials according to required minimum temperatures as recommended by the product manufacturers.

Temperatures often drop below freezing during winter as well as during late fall and early spring.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION

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CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 26 00

PART 1 – GENERAL

A. The work of this section consists of administrative and procedural requirements for contract modifications.

1.2 DEFINITIONS AND ALLOWANCES

A. Home Office Overhead: Those costs incurred in support of all of a contractor’s projects and not attributable to a specific job. The cost for home office overhead is only allowed as a percentage of all direct work excluding profit as identified in Part 31 of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).

B. General Conditions (Field Office Overhead): Management and administrative costs incurred on site for the designated project. Costs associated with the preparation of modifications will not be allowed. The costs for these items are to be included only in the general conditions of the modification estimate. Only in the case of a contract time extension are additional general conditions included in modifications.

C. General Requirements: These are costs directly associated with the project and are necessary to perform the actual work of the modification. These costs shall be shown as direct costs in the estimate.

D. Personnel Costs: Costs included in the modification must only be for General Conditions staff and workers actually present and working on the project site. Modification costs for salaried workers are only allowed within the structure of a forty (40) hour week and no overtime or holiday pay will be allowed.

1. Worker Hourly Rates are costs directly associated with the individual worker and consist of the following:

a. Base Rate: This is the hourly rate paid directly to the worker

b. Labor Burden: Employer payments of all applicable burdens, this includes insurance and taxes that the business must pay on behalf of the worker to government entities and educational forums, such as:

E. Bonuses or Deferred Compensation: No Bonus or Deferred Compensation will be allowed within any components of pricing including Home Office Overhead, General Conditions, General Requirements, Hourly Worker Rates, or the direct costs of work.

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F. General Liability Insurance: An insurance policy that protects the contractor from claims resulting from bodily injury or property damage to a third party. Include this as a separate line item within all modification proposals and provide a current insurance quote upon request.

G. Performance and Payment Bonds: A performance bond is a surety bond issued by an insurance company or bank to guarantee satisfactory completion of a project. The Payment Bond guarantees that the contractor will pay the labor and material costs they have incurred. Banks and Insurance companies charge a premium for each individual project based on a sliding scale which relates to the size of the project. Include this as a separate line item in modification proposals and provide current company bonding rates upon request.

H. Builder’s Risk Insurance: This covers the contractor’s loss due to fire, high winds, or other natural forces. This is not reimbursed by the National Park Service (NPS) and shall not be included in modification proposals.

1.3 MODIFICATION PROPOSAL PRICING REQUIREMENTS

A. General:

1. Your proposal must be received in the format and within the time frame specified in the Request for Proposal letter. Costs or delays resulting from failure of contractor to submit within the time frame specified will not be compensable.

2. The proposal must be detailed with itemized lists of equipment, materials, labor, production rates, overhead, profit, and bond markup for each item. Labor costs must be itemized by craft and hourly rate, including Fringe Benefits and Labor Burden. If the costs of Fringe Benefits and Labor Burden are not itemized, it is assumed that that they are included in the hourly rate shown, or contractor is not requesting reimbursement.

Contractor may utilize the government provided Contractor Estimate Form, or their own form, provided that it contains the same information and level of detail as the Government provided form.

3. Requests for extensions of contract time as a result of this change must be justified with a Time Impact Analysis (TIA). Refer to Division 01 Specification “Construction Schedule” for time impact analysis requirements. TIA and associated costs must be received with the proposal by the date shown within the Request for Proposal letter.

Contractor’s failure to submit within the specified time frame will be construed as the Contractor waiving the right for additional time and no time extension will be allowed.

4. All supporting documentation used to justify the proposed modification will be made available to the Contracting Officer upon request.

5. Contractor must review and approve all subcontractor/supplier pricing in detail for proper format, scope, production rates, and pricing prior to submission to the NPS. All delay costs associated with not reviewing and approving subcontractor/supplier pricing will be borne by the Contractor.

6. All pricing and production rates within the estimate must be based on fair and reasonable pricing and cannot include built-in contingency.

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B. Labor:

1. Contractor shall estimate the cost of labor by itemizing each craft involved, indicating worker hourly rate (base rate + labor burden + fringe benefits) for each and itemizing the hours required for each craft that will be directly engaged in modification work. Any work proposed that will require overtime work or premium pay shall be itemized separately. All rates shall be in accordance with the Davis-Bacon Act as incorporated herein. Labor Burden may include payroll taxes, Social Security, unemployment insurances, workers compensation insurance, FICA, FUTA, and other direct costs resulting from Federal, State or local laws.

2. Itemize labor costs for equipment operators separate from equipment costs.

3. The labor cost for foremen shall only be costs for related work required for the modification.

C. Materials:

1. The estimated cost for materials shall include quotes from multiple sources. Material prices must include all applicable fees and credits, including but not limited to, sales tax, freight and delivery charges, and tax rebates.

2. No markup shall be applied to any material provided by the NPS.

D. Equipment:

1. Equipment used for the project must be appropriately sized for the work being performed.

2. Do not include costs for “miscellaneous tools and equipment”, in your proposal for a replacement value of five-hundred dollars ($500) or less. Costs shown in excess of five-hundred dollars ($500) must be broken out separately.

3. Regardless of ownership, the rates to be used in determining equipment rental costs shall be the lowest cost from one of the following sources:

a. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Ownership and Operating Expense Schedule (use latest edition and applicable region)

b. Construction Blue Book

c. Local equipment rental rates, documented by actual invoice charges, or itemized vendor quotes.

4. The estimated equipment rates shall include the operating costs of all fuel, oil, lubrication, supplies, small tools, necessary attachments, ground engaging components, tires & tracks, routine repairs and maintenance (cost of major repair and overhaul is not allowed per FAR 31.105(d)(2)), depreciation, storage, insurance, and all incidentals.

Mobilization, if applicable, may be included for equipment solely used on the modification work but must be listed separately.

5. Estimate the full rate for equipment only for the duration that the equipment will be utilized to accomplish the work of the modification.

6. Standby unit rates used are to be in accordance with paragraph 1.3, D, 2, above. If the US Army Corp of Engineers is utilized, then their standby rates prevail. If Bluebook or local equipment pricing is accepted, then one half (½) of the equipment costs minus any operating costs, major repair and overhaul will be accepted.

7. If equipment is in standby mode due solely to a documented NPS delay, the established standby rate shall apply from the first day of the delay.

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8. Equipment that is not used and on the jobsite for up to five (5) consecutive days may be classified at standby rates, provided that the equipment is or has been used solely to perform work on the modification and will be necessary to complete additional modification work. Equipment that is still on the jobsite but not in use after five (5) consecutive days will not be considered in the modification pricing.

9. Requests for compensation for equipment stand by time must be justified, documented and itemized separately.

10. The estimated timeframe (daily, weekly, monthly) for use of the equipment must reflect the lowest cost to the Government.

E. Establishment and Application of Overhead and Profit Percentages:

1. Home Office Overhead and Profit (OH&P) shall be applied to direct costs only. Profit shall not be applied to overhead amounts; and overhead shall not be applied to profit.

Home office overhead shall contain only allowable, allocable, and reasonable costs per the contract documents and FAR Part 31. Profit percentages are based on risk factors found in FAR Part 31which have been applied to the specific type of work included in this project. Negotiated rates shall not exceed the following percentages for OH&P for contractor self-performed work:

Overhead… ................. 10% Profit ........................... 10%

2. Total aggregate limit of markup (OH&P) for contractor and subcontractors on modification work shall not exceed twenty-five percent (25%). The NPS will not be responsible for allocation of percentages between contractor and subcontractors at any tier.

3. If contractors form a partnership, then the partnership may only receive home office overhead and profit in the same amount as an individual contractor (refer to par1.3,E,1 above). It is the responsibility of the partners to decide on the division of revenue.

4. Combined Increases and Decreases: On proposals involving both increases and decreases in the Contract Price, the overhead and profit mark-ups are required on the net increases and deducted on net decreases.

5. At no time can profit be calculated on Overhead or itself, it must be calculated on direct costs of work only.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

SECTION 01 27 00

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.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Contract Line Item No. 01 Mobilization/Demobilization:

1. This item consists of:

a. Moving rigs, pumps, equipment, materials, power, labor, fuel, tools and incidentals necessary to do the Work.

b. Moving out of all such equipment, materials, tools, and incidentals, and final site cleanup upon completion of the Work.

c. All required equipment and vehicle cleaning for certification as weed and seed free prior to entering park boundaries.

2. Measurement for payment will be by lump sum.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price. For purposes of partial payment, the mobilization portion of this bid item shall be considered as sixty percent (60%) of the total lump sum.

B. Contract Line Item No. 02 Installation of Conduits:

a. Purchasing and installing conduits from existing panels to junction boxes or receptacles as shown on the drawings.

2. Measurement for payment will be based upon completion by linear foot.

3. Payment will be made at the contract linear feet price.

C. Contract Line Item No. 03 Installation of Cables:

a. Purchasing and installing cables through the conduits to junction boxes and to receptacles.

2. Measurement for payment will be based upon completion by linear foot.

3. Payment will be made at the contract linear feet price.

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D. Contract Line Item No. 04 Installation of Hangers and Supports:

a. Purchasing and installing equipment necessary to provide hangers or supports as needed to install the conduits per code and specifications.

2. Measurement for payment will be based upon completion by unit.

3. Payment will be made at the contract unit price.

E. Contract Line Item No. 05 W.M. Junction Boxes for General Power:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted junction boxes for general power as shown on the drawings.

F. Contract Line Item No. 06 W.M. Junction Boxes for Case Lighting:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted junction boxes for case lighting as shown on the drawings.

G. Contract Line Item No. 07 W.M. Quadraplex Outlet for General Power:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted quadraplex outlet for general power as shown on the drawings.

H. Contract Line Item No. 08 W.M. Quadraplex Outlet for AV Equipment:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted quadraplex outlet for audiovisual equipment as shown on the drawings.

I. Contract Line Item No. 09 W.M. Data Outlet:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted data outlet as shown on the drawings.

J. Contract Line Item No. 10 Ceiling Mounted Quadraplex Outlets for AV Equipment:

a. Purchasing and installing ceiling mounted quadraplex outlets for audiovisual

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equipment as shown on the drawings.

K. Contract Line Item No. 11 W.M. Duplex Outlets for AV Equipment:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted duplex outlets for audiovisual equipment as shown on the drawings.

L. Contract Line Item No. 12 Telephone Outlets:

a. Purchasing and installing telephone outlets as shown on the drawings.

M. Contract Line Item No. 13 W.M. Duplex Convenience Outlet:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted duplex convenience outlets as shown on the drawings.

N. Contract Line Item No. 14 W.M. Duplex/USB Port Combo Outlets:

a. Purchasing and installing wall mounted duplex and USB Port combo outlets as shown on the drawings.

O. Contract Line Item No. 15 Demo and Reroute Existing Sub-panel:

a. Removing the existing sub-panel that is fed from Panel C and rerouting the loads back to existing panel C.

2. Measurement for payment will be based upon completion by lump sum.

3. Payment will be made at the contract lump sum price.

P. Contract Line Item No. 16 Patching and Repair of Floor or Wall Openings:

a. Patching and repair of any openings in the floors or walls that were made to complete any work under this contract.

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Q. Contract Line Item No. 17 Labeling and Identification:

a. Labeling and identification of all wiring devices as required by code and the contract specifications.

R. Contract Line Item No. 18 Install Exit Signage:

a. Purchasing, installing, and providing power to Exit signage as shown on the contract drawings.

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

SECTION 01 31 00

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

1. Construction Coordination.

2. Submittals.

3. Requests for Information (RFIs).

4. Project Meetings.

5. Environmental Coordination.

1.2 CONSTRUCTION COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections, which depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

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

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

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

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

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

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities and activities of other contractors to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

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6. Pre-installation conferences.

7. Project closeout activities.

8. Commissioning activities.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Division 01 documents: The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one (1) week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference.

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention Plan.

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

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

7. Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the Contactor and all subcontractors.

8. Waste Management Plan.

9. Quality Control Plan.

B. All items listed must be provided to the Contracting Officer before the Pre-Construction

Conference is held. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed will not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued.

C. Submit to the Contracting Officer a list of all employees who will need access to the website.

The PS Secure File Transfer website will be used for transmitting all submittals digitally (with exception of samples). The NPS Share-File system works similar to e-mail but can transmit large files. Subject line for each submittal will include project name, transmittal number, and a brief description of transmitted data such as: Submittal, RFI, etc.

1.4 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI utilizing the form created on the PS Secure File Transfer website.

1. Contracting Officer will not respond to RFIs submitted by other entities controlled by

Contractor.

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

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

1. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

2. Date.

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3. RFI subject.

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

5. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

6. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

7. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the

Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

8. Contractor's signature.

9. Requested date for response.

10. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop

Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. RFI Form: Complete the RFI Form on the PS Secure File Transfer website as follows:

1. Enter the general information at the top of the form.

2. Under the “Action” section at the bottom of the form, select “Question” then select

“CMR” in the drop-down of the “Send to” box.

3. Enter the details of the question and attach related documents.

4. Select “Submit Form” at the bottom of the page.

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

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

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for approval of Contractor's means and methods.

d. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract Documents.

e. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

f. Requests for interpretation of Architect's actions on submittals.

g. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

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

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

1.5 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Preconstruction Conference: Before start of construction, Contracting Officer will arrange an on-site meeting with Contractor. The meeting agenda will include the following as a minimum:

1. Roles & Responsibilities/ Lines of Authority.

2. Park rules and regulations.

3. Jobsite Safety.

4. Resolution of comments on required Division 01 documents.

5. Coordination of Subcontractors.

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6. Labor law application.

7. Modifications.

8. Payments to Contractor.

9. Payroll reports.

10. Contract time.

11. Display of Hotline posters.

12. Notice to proceed.

13. Correspondence procedures.

14. PS Secure File Transfer website.

15. Acceptance/rejection of work.

16. Progress meetings.

17. Submittal procedures.

18. NPS Final Accessibility Inspection.

19. Permit requirements.

20. As-constructed drawings/operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals.

21. Saturday, Sunday, holiday and night work.

22. Reference materials.

23. Value engineering.

B. Progress Meetings: The Contracting Officer will schedule weekly meetings with the

Contractor.

1. Attendees: In addition to Government Representatives, each Contractor, Subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings.

All participants at the meeting shall be familiar with the Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress. The meeting agenda will include the following:

a. Approval of minutes of previous meetings.

b. Submittal status.

c. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.

d. Requests for information (RFI) and other issues.

e. Modifications.

f. Work in progress and projected.

g. Construction Schedule update (provide updated CPM).

h. Status of Project Record Drawings and O&M manuals.

i. Other business relating to work.

1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL COORDINATION

A. Contractor’s Environmental Manager: The Superintendent will be responsible for ensuring that all work performed will conform to the environmental goals for the project and implementing procedures for environmental protection.

1. Qualifications: Minimum three (3) years Construction experience on projects of similar size and scope; with environmental procedures similar to those of this project; familiarity with Environmental Management Systems (EMSs) such as ISO 14001; must be familiar with environmental regulations applicable to construction operations.

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2. Responsibilities: Responsibilities shall include:

a. Compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local environmental regulations, including maintaining required documentation.

b. Present an overview of environmental issues and summarize site specific procedures relating to management plans at the Preconstruction conference.

c. Training for Contractor personnel in accordance with their position requirements.

d. Monitoring and documentation of environmental procedures.

B. Perform project quality control in accordance with requirements specified in Related Sections, including:

1. Quality Requirements.

2. Regulatory Requirements.

3. Noise & Acoustics Management.

4. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Environmental Management.

5. Construction Waste Management.

C. Contractor’s Environmental Training Program: Contractor shall provide environmental training for workers performing work on the project site. Training shall include the following:

1. Overview of environmental issues related to the building industry.

2. Overview of environmental issues related to the Project.

3. Review of site specific procedures and management plans:

a. Construction Waste Management.

b. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management.

c. Noise & Acoustics Management.

4. Pollution Prevention (P2) practices: Submit evidence of P2 training or participation in P2 programs.

5. Compliance with environmental regulations: As specified in Regulatory Requirements.

Submit Contractor 40 CFR employee training records upon request of Contracting Officer.

D. Provide documentation for environmental procedures as specified herein and in accordance with approved Waste Management Plan, IAQ Management Plan, and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION

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CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

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A. This Section consists of Construction Schedule requirements including but not limited to the following:

1. Schedule of Values

2. Construction Schedule Requirements.

3. Construction Schedule Updates.

4. Time Impact Analysis.

B. Purpose: The purpose of the Construction Schedule is to ensure adequate planning, coordination, scheduling, and reporting during execution of the work by the Contractor. The Construction Schedule will assist the Contractor and Contracting Officer in monitoring the progress of the work, evaluating proposed changes, and processing the Contractor's monthly progress payment.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Activity: A discrete part of a project that can be identified for planning, scheduling, monitoring, and controlling the construction project. Activities included in a construction schedule consume time and resources.

1. Critical activities are activities on the critical path. They must start and finish on the planned early start and finish times.

2. Predecessor Activity: An activity that precedes another activity in the network.

3. Successor Activity: An activity that follows another activity in the network.

B. Cost Loading: The allocation of the Schedule of Values for the completion of an activity as scheduled. The sum of costs for all activities must equal the total Contract Sum, unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. CPM: Critical path method, which is a method of planning and scheduling a construction project where activities are arranged based on activity relationships. Network calculations determine when activities can be performed and the critical path of Project.

D. Critical Path: The longest connected chain of interdependent activities through the network schedule that establishes the minimum overall Project duration and contains no float.

E. File Transfer Protocol (FTP): Communications protocol that enables transfer of files to and from another computer over a network and that serves as the basis for standard Internet protocols. An FTP site is a portion of a network located outside of network firewalls within which internal and external users are able to access files.

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F. Float: The measure of leeway in starting and completing an activity.

1. Float: Float is not for the exclusive use or benefit of either the Government or the Contractor but is jointly owned.

2. Free float is the amount of time an activity can be delayed without adversely affecting the early start of the successor activity.

3. Total float is the measure of leeway in starting or completing an activity without adversely affecting the planned Project completion date.

G. Resource Loading: The allocation of manpower and equipment necessary for the completion of an activity as scheduled.

H. Fragnet: A partial or fragmentary network that breaks down activities into smaller activities for greater detail.

A. Electronic Copies: All schedules and reports submitted shall be posted on Section 01 31 00 – Project Management & Coordination,” paragraphs 1.3 “Submittals” (once), and 1.4 “RFI” (twice) and 1.5 “Project Meetings” (once), provided in the native electronic file format. It is the intent of the Government to limit the number of printed reports to only those reports determined by the project team to be essential.

B. Schedule of Values: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference submit a schedule of dollar values based on the Contract Price Schedule.

C. Construction Baseline Schedule: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit two paper copies of baseline schedule, large enough to show entire schedule for entire construction period.

D. CPM Reports: Concurrent with CPM schedule, submit three paper copies of each of the following computer-generated reports. Format for each activity in reports shall contain activity number, activity description, resource loading, original duration, remaining duration, early start date, early finish date, late start date, late finish date, and total float in calendar days.

1. Activity Report: List of all activities sorted by activity number and then early start date, or actual start date if known.

2. Logic Report: List of predecessor and successor tasks for all activities, sorted in ascending order by activity number and then early start date, or actual start date if known.

3. Total Float Report: List of all activities sorted in ascending order of total float.

E. Construction Schedule Updates: On or before the seventh (7th) day preceding the progress payment request date, submit estimates of the percent completion of each schedule activity and necessary supporting data. Provide two paper copies.

F. Construction Schedule Revisions and Time Impact Analysis: For each Construction Schedule revision submit two paper copies of a Time Impact Analysis. Each Time Impact Analysis shall include a Fragmentary Network (Fragnet), incorporated into the currently accepted Construction Schedule, demonstrating how the Contractor proposes to incorporate a modification, change, delay, or Contractor request.

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1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The Contractor shall meet with the Contracting Officer on the day of the preconstruction conference to go over the following:

1. Review software limitations, content and format for reports.

2. Verify availability of qualified personnel needed to develop and update schedule.

3. Discuss constraints, including phasing, work stages, area separations, interim milestones, and partial Government occupancy.

4. Review delivery dates for Government-furnished products.

5. Review schedule for work of separate Government contracts.

6. Review time required for review of submittals and re-submittals.

7. Review requirements for tests and inspections by independent testing and inspecting agencies.

8. Review time required for completion and startup procedures.

9. Review and finalize list of construction activities to be included in schedule.

10. Review baseline schedule comments, resolve issues and progress on incorporating them

11. Review procedures for updating schedule.

12. Discuss reporting requirements and establish a protocol for naming and transmitting electronic schedules.

B. Contractor's Schedule Representative: Before or at the preconstruction conference, designate an authorized representative to be responsible for the preparation and maintenance of the Construction Schedule. A resume outlining the qualifications of the Scheduler shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for acceptance. The Scheduler shall have prepared and maintained at least five previous schedules of similar size and complexity similar to this Contract, demonstrating proficiency in the use of scheduling software. The authorized representative will be responsible for preparing the Baseline Schedule, all required updates, revisions, Time Impact Analyses, and preparation of reports.

1.5 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate preparation and processing of schedules and reports with performance of construction activities and with scheduling and reporting of separate Contractors.

B. Coordinate Construction Baseline Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, Submittals Schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

1. In developing the Construction Baseline Schedule, ensure that the Subcontractor’s work at all tiers, as well as the prime Contractor’s work, is included and coordinated.

2. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from parties involved.

3. Coordinate each construction activity in the network with other activities and schedule them in proper sequence.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. 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. Include mobilization, general condition costs, overhead and profit in the total dollar value of unit price items and in the component work activities for each lump-sum item. Do not include mobilization, general condition costs, overhead or profit as a separate item.

B. Do not break down unit price items. Use only the contract price for unit price items.

C. The total cost of all items shall equal the contract price. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for progress payments.

D. An acceptable Schedule of Values shall be agreed upon by the Contractor and Contracting Officer before the first progress payment is processed.

2.2 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

A. Construction Baseline Schedule: Prepare Construction Baseline Schedule using a computerized, resource-loaded, time-scaled CPM network analysis diagram for the Work.

1. Develop and finalize Construction Baseline Schedule so it can be accepted for use no later than 30 days after date established for the Notice of Award.

2. Failure to include any work item required for performance of this Contract shall not excuse Contractor from completing all work within applicable completion dates, regardless of Governments acceptance of the schedule.

3. Establish procedures for monitoring and updating Construction Baseline Schedule and for reporting progress. Coordinate procedures with progress meeting and payment request dates.

B. Construction Baseline Schedule Preparation: Prepare a list of all activities required to complete the Work. Using the preliminary CPM network diagram, prepare a skeleton network to identify probable critical paths.

1. Activities: Indicate the estimated duration, sequence requirements, and relationship of each activity in relation to other activities.

2. Critical Path Activities: Identify critical path activities, including those for interim completion dates. Scheduled start and completion dates shall be consistent with Contract milestone dates.

3. Processing: Process data to produce output data on a computer-drawn, time-scaled network. Revise data, reorganize activity sequences, and reproduce as often as necessary to produce the CPM schedule within the limitations of the Contract Time.

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4. The Construction Baseline Schedule as developed shall show the sequence and interdependence of activities required for complete performance of the work. Ensure all work sequences are logical and the Construction Baseline Schedule shows a coordinated plan of the work.

5. Resource loading of each activity shall include all personnel by labor category and equipment type and capacity proposed to complete the activity in the duration shown.

6. Consider seasonal weather conditions in planning and scheduling all work influenced by high and low ambient temperatures, wind, or precipitation to ensure completion of all work within the contract time.

7. Time Frame: Proposed duration assigned to each activity shall be the Contractor's best estimate of time required to complete the activity considering the scope and resources planned for the activity.

a. An early finish date may be shown but the late finish date must be the same date as the last day of the contract period. An early completion schedule must contain the following:

1) Insert an activity titled “Project Float” as a successor to the last activity in the early project completion schedule network.

2) Add a milestone titled “Contract End Date” as a successor to the activity “Project

Float.”

3) Add duration to the activity “Project Float” as required so the milestone

“Contract End Date” equals the last day of the Contract Period.

b. Contract completion date shall not be changed by submission of a schedule that shows an early completion date.

c. The Contractor shall limit use of lead or lag durations between schedule activities.

d. Project Calendars: Develop and incorporate the following calendars:

1) Administrative Calendar: Include a calendar that is based on a seven (7) day week to be used on any activities that are based on calendar days. Apply this calendar to administrative tasks or any other tasks that are not affected by non-working days (Federal Holidays, weather, etc.).

2) Project Calendar: Include a calendar that is based on the planned work week for the project. Include Federal Holidays, weekends, and any other non-work days indicated in the contract documents. Apply this calendar to activities which are not anticipated to be affected by weather.

3) Weather Calendar: Utilize the Project Calendar and show anticipated normal downtime related to weather as non-working time. Weather days shall be based on data for the local area from a reliable source like the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), National Park Service records, or source acceptable to the Contracting Officer. Apply this calendar to activities that are anticipated to be affected by weather.

e. Activity Duration: Define activities so no activity is…