Specifications - Boardwalk Replacement.pdf

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INDIANA DUNES NATIONAL PARK

1100 MINERAL SPRINGS ROAD

Porter, Indiana 46304

Boardwalk Replacement

(PMIS 233364)

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

02/09/2021

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

DRAWINGS

Drawings Sheet Number from C00 – C08. Separate Document included with this solicitation.

PHOTOGRAPHS

Pictures - Separate Document included with this solicitation

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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 Pinhook Bog Trail floating dock system holds two different habitats. The first habitat is located in the upper part of the rich beech and maple forest trail. The second habitat leads to a swamp in a depression in the moraine formed about 15,000 years ago. The current floating dock is past its life expectancy and is the only way in/out of the bog itself. This boardwalk is protecting many unique plants including carnivorous plants and orchids.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Indiana Dunes National Park, Pinhook Bog Trail, 1062-712 Wozniak Rd.

Michigan City, In.

B. Work consists of:

• This project involves removing the existing decking and dispose of all the materials to an approve landfill.

• A new decking " Superdeck" prefabricated plastic decking or a similar product shall be installed. The new boardwalk shall be 3.5 feet wide and approximately 299 feet long from Station 0+00 to 2+99. A floating boardwalk of 5 ft wide from Station 2+99 to 3+52 (53 feet long). The contractor shall provide an out view floating area of 7.5 ft x 10 ft the maximum longitudinal slope cannot exceed 5 percent, and the cross-section slope must not exceed 2 percent. Every time a slope change occurs, a landing area of 5 feet long is required.

• The boardwalk shall meet all the requirements of the Architectural Barrier Act and the latest Building Code.

• Handrails shall be included for the first 352 L.F. until the end of the floating boardwalk and around the new platform.

• An additional 331 L.F. of a 3.5 ft wide boardwalk shall be installed after the floating boardwalk. Also, a second out view area of 10 ft x 10.5 ft. shall be provided at the end of the trail starting at Station 6+83 and ending at Station 6+93. See sheet drawing C06 and C07.

• The manufacturer must include the design of the platform, which must comply with the requirements of the Building Code and the Architectural Barriers Act.

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• Contractor must limit the amount of pedestrian activity on the natural surface.

• Contractor must provide the park three-week notice before starting any work for the park.

• The park will remove all protected species and clear all vegetation on both sides of the decking.

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

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed 120 days after issuance of Notice to Proceed

(NTP)

ITEM 2 - EXISTING UTILITIES

Nor Used.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: always 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.

A. No signs or advertisements shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park.

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

C. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall always 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 4 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 Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative.

Submit requests for work outside of the stated normal business hours to the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

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3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to Sheet No. C04-C05 DEMOLITION. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Limits: Confine construction operations to the existing boardwalk trail. No disturbances shall be allowed outside of the existing boardwalk trail area.

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

a. Limit site disturbance, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation to the limits of construction area.

D. Security and Protection facilities installation:

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

1. 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.

2. Tree and Plant Protection: Provide Tree Protection fence at drip line of trees impacted in construction area. Coordinate with COR.

3. Pest Control: Follow NPS requirements and 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 Substantial Completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

4. Site Enclosure Fence: Before construction operations begin, furnish and install portable chain link fencing in a manner that will prevent people and animals from easily entering site and or storage areas except by entrance gates.

a. Extent of Fence: As required to enclose portion determined sufficient to accommodate construction operations and storage

b. Locate vehicular gates to avoid interference with traffic on public thoroughfares.

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c. Locate pedestrian entrance gates as required to provide controlled personnel entry.

d. Maintain security by limiting number of keys and restricting distribution to authorized personnel. Provide Contracting Officer Representative with one set of keys.

5. Security Enclosure and Lockup: Install substantial temporary enclosure around partially completed areas of construction. Provide lockable entrances to prevent unauthorized entrance, vandalism, theft, and similar violations of security.

6. Temporary Enclosures: Provide temporary enclosures for protection of construction, in progress and completed, from exposure, foul weather, other construction operations, and similar activities. Provide temporary weathertight enclosure for building exterior.

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project area. Limits of use and control shall be subject to Contracting Officer Representative’s approval. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: N/A

3.6 Hauling Restrictions: Match State and County road requirements for all park work/access.

3.7 Housekeeping:

A. Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times. Store and use equipment, tools, and materials in a manner that does not present a hazard. Immediately remove all hazardous rubbish. Do not allow rubbish to accumulate. Provide onsite containers for collection of rubbish and dispose of it at frequent intervals during progress of work.

B. Dispose of waste materials legally using contractor’s dumpsters on site.

C. Address Recycling

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings: - Not Used.

3.9 Photo Documentation:

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 via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 mega pixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

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A. Existing Condition Images: 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.

B. Construction Images:

1. Document all sub-surface work/ trenches etc. prior to backfill with enough overall field view to show location and then details.

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:

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. Contractor is to document meeting minutes on the Contractor’s Quality Control Daily Reports.

A. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations).

B. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s and OSHA 29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements. Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

i. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the park.

ii. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

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

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

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

(Block 11 of the SF 1442 or relevant section of the award document)

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids. All bidders will be held to have the same knowledge concerning the site and the on-ground conditions as if they had inspected the job site. No change orders will be approved for work obvious during a site visit.

Please see FAR 52.236-27 - Site Visit (Construction).

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ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, which may be used in the Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, refer to the organizations and specifications of the organizations may be found at the below 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 and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

A. It is always the Contractor’s responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary personal protective equipment in good repair. As a minimum, maintain four hard hats and all other APP required equipment.

7.2 Submittals:

A. Accident Prevention Program: Prior to any work commencing on site, contractor must submit (as outlined below in Submittal section) an accident prevention plan. This plan must be submitted and approved. The program shall include:

1. Name of responsible supervisor to carry out the program

2. First aid procedures

3. Training, both initial and continuing

4. Planning for possible emergency situations

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

6. Recognition that work will be performed in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage

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. Contractor is to document meeting minutes on the Contractor’s Quality Control 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.

https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

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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 Contracting Officer or designee as soon as possible and assist the Contracting Officer and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

7.5 First Aid Facilities: Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

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

7.7 Protective Equipment: It is always the Contractor’s responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective 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 National Park Service Emergency Dispatch.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: See FAR 52.236-26

ITEM 9 – SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Submittal Procedures:

A. General Submittal Procedures: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted via 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. Contractor shall submit to Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

1. Documents to be submitted to Contracting Office before Notice to Proceed (NTP) will be issued (all are due 10 calendar days after notice of contract award):

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1. Signed Contract

2. Alternative Payment Protection - Must provide either a Payment

Bond or Irrevocable Letter of Credit for construction contracts greater than $35,000, but not greater than $150,000

a. Payment Bonds - Must be provided for construction contracts exceeding $150,000

b. Performance Bond - Must be provided for any construction contracts exceeding $150,000

3. Certificate of Liability Insurance

4. Letter Designating the Project Manager and Site Superintendent and their authority as it pertains to this project

If all of the documents listed above have not been received, 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.

2. Documents to be submitted to Contracting Office after NTP has been issued and work can be performed on-site/begin (all are due 10 calendar days after issuance of NTP or otherwise specified in the table below):

The following submittals shall be submitted with a CM-16 transmittal cover sheet to the CO/COR and submitted for approval as outlined below:

1. Work/Project Schedule -- delineating the various stages of work by phase (milestones)

2. Contractor shall provide, when applicable but not limited to, copies of product specifications, manufacturer’s literature and installation instructions of all materials and products to be furnished and installed. COR will verify that product specifications meet contract requirements.

3. Safety/Accident Prevention Plan

4. Waste Management Plan

5. Quality Control Plan

6. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPP or UPPP)

7. List of individuals working on the project

8. SF1413 – Statement of prime contractor/ acknowledgement of subcontractor

9. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each individual product submittal and shop drawing (if required)

10. Preconstruction Submittals - Baseline Construction Schedule; G

11. SD-12 Preconstruction Submittals - Demolition Plan; G

12. SD-13 Certificates - Notification; G

13. SD-11 Closeout Submittals – Receipts

14. SD-15 Shop Drawings - Fabrication Drawings; G – SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

15. SD-16 Product Data – Accessories / Deck Units – SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

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16. SD-17 Design Data - Deck Units; G – SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

17. SD-18 Certificates - Manufacturer's Certificate – SEE TECHNICAL SECTIONS

3. The following submittals are required to be submitted before final payment is made:

1. Unless otherwise specified in the specifications, Contractor is required to provide at the end of the project a series of before, during and after pictures of what was completed. The pictures will include all areas the contractor is authorized to work on.

2. Manufacturers recommended care and cleaning requirements (if applicable)

3. Receipts from recycling companies showing quantity of material being recycled.

4. Warranty documentation for workmanship (as outlined in the Specifications/Statement of Work: Start date of warranty will be the date shown on the Final Inspection Checklist/Report)

5. Product warranties (if applicable)

6. Pay applications

7. Certified payrolls

8. Contractor quality control daily reports (any outstanding)

9. Release of Claims - must be for the full amount of the contract (to include modifications)

10. SF1413 (any outstanding) - Statement of prime contractor/ acknowledgement of subcontractor

11. Drawings/pictures (if applicable), etc.

12. Testing Reports (if applicable)

13. Final Inspection Checklist/Report (initiated by the COR, all parties sign once complete)

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

B. The items in the Submittal List shall be submitted in accordance with the “Date Completed” column. If all of these documents have not been received in the timeframe outlined in the column, the 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

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Description Quantity/

Format Date Completed

Signed Contract.

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

Payment Bond/Performance Bond or irrevocable letter of credit.

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

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

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

Letter designating Project Superintendent and Site Superintendent and their authority as it pertains to this project.

10 calendar days after Notice of Award

Documentation of licensing or certification as an approved installer by manufacturer of materials to be used.

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Project Schedule Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

List of individuals working on the project

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Safety/ Accident Prevention Plan Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed; before any work is conducted/begins

Product Specifications manufacturer’s literature and installation instructions of all materials (when applicable)

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

List of all subcontractors Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

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Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses

(SF1413).

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all applicable materials (if applicable)

Electronic Copy

10 calendar days after Notice to Proceed

Required photographs - before, during and after pictures of what was completed.

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as specified in the specifications

Manufacturers recommended care and cleaning requirements

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Receipts from recycling companies showing quantity of material being recycled

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Warranty documentation for workmanship

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Product warranties (if applicable) Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Pay applications Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed for progress payments

Certified payrolls Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed for progress payments

Contractor quality control daily reports (any outstanding)

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed for progress payments

Release of Claims - must be for the full amount of the contract (to include modifications)

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

SF1413 (any outstanding) - Statement of prime contractor/ acknowledgement of subcontractor

Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as needed before and

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Drawings/pictures (if applicable), etc. Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as specified in the specifications

Testing Reports (if applicable) Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion or as specified in the specifications

Final Inspection Checklist/Report Electronic Copy

At the time of contract acceptance/completion

Technical Section specified documents as stated above

Electronic Copy

As required to maintain the project schedule and with product lead times

9.2 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples: Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet in the form of the CM-16 transmittal cover sheet.

A. Shop Drawings: Indicate, connection details, anchorage spacing, hardware locations, and installation details.

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, anchorage method, hardware, etc.

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

C. Samples: Submit 2 color samples 4” x 6” in size of actual paint finish color selected on steel.

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

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

E. Submittals are to be provided electronically, except in the case of otherwise specified physical color or materials samples (if required). After approving submittals, Contracting Officer will return one copy of the approved submittal to the Contractor. If submittals are not approved, 15 | P a g e

Contracting Officer will return copy of the disapproved submittal that was provided electronically, not to include color and material samples submitted, to Contractor with reasons for rejection. Contractor will be required to resubmit, correcting the identified reasons in the returned disapproved submittal. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 3 manufacturers, the product description reflects the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs. The salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet are specified in the solicitation or relevant specification.

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.

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 Contractor:

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

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

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

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

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

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

9.4 Project Schedule: Within 10 calendar days after issuance of NTP and before beginning any work, submit Project Schedule. Contracting Officer Representative and Contracting Officer will review the Project Schedule for format and content. Submit Project Schedule electronically (normally in Gantt Chart format) showing estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. The first progress payment will not be issued until an acceptable project schedule is submitted. The following information must accompany submission of project schedule prior to processing any pay application:

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

B. 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 will be provided by the Contracting Officer Representative.

ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

10.1 Description: The work of this section consists of providing temporary services required for Contractor's performance of the work of this Contract.

10.2 Fire Prevention and Protection:

A. Hazard Control: Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

11.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures, and safety precautions.

11.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for use.

11.3 Final Inspection/Project Closeout: Submit written certification that project is complete, and a final inspection must be requested to the Contracting Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative in writing. The Contracting Officer or designee will inspect within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

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A. If the work is determined to be complete, following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer

Representative will prepare and complete the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection document and provide acceptance of the work to the Contracting Officer representative.

Contracting Officer will then make final approval of the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection document issuing final acceptance of the project.

B. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting

Officer and/or Contracting Officer Representative will notify Contractor in writing and prepare the Punchlist Items on the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection document. Contractor shall request a new final inspection after completing the work. 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 items as documented on the final project closeout checklist/inspection document.

D. If Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items, Contracting Officer will issue documentation of final acceptance/project completion of the work by issuing final approval on the Final Project Closeout Checklist/Inspection document, resulting in issuing final acceptance of the project.

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.

11.4 Final Acceptance: After all deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of Acceptance will be issued.

Contractor will be required to submit all items as outlined in the submittal section above before final payment will be approved and finalized.

11.5 Warranty

A. 1-year Construction Warranty on all labor and workmanship shall be based on date of final acceptance. This is determined/issued by COR/CO and contractor during the project closeout phase. This warranty does not include the individual manufacturer’s part or product implied warranties.

B. Provide All Warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extents and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall final acceptance/project completion.

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

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXCUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

A. It is always the Contractor’s responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary personal protective equipment in good repair. As a minimum, maintain four hard hats and all other APP required...