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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

April 17, 2023

PINTLER DISTRICT RANGER STATION

WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

USDA Forest Service Region One Beaverhead - Deerlodge National Forest

Pintler Ranger District Granite County, Montana

Prepared by:

GREAT WEST ENGINEERING

2501 Belt View Drive

Helena, MT 59601

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01110 Summary of Work Section 01275 Measurement and Payment Section 01330 Submittals Section 01410 Regulatory Requirements Section 01420 References Section 01430 Quality Assurance Section 01450 Quality Control Section 01500 Temporary Facilities and Controls Section 01660 Product Storage and Handling Requirements Section 01712 Field Engineering Section 01740 Cleaning and Waste Management Section 01770 Closeout Procedures

DIVISION 02 – SITE CONSTRUCTION

Section 02221 Trench Excavation and Backfill for Pipelines & Appurtenant Structures Section 02449 Horizontal Direction Drilling Section 02615 Interior Piping, Valves and Accessories Section 02660 Water Distribution Systems Section 02665 HDPE Piping Section 02910 Seeding

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

Section 03310 Structural Concrete

END OF SECTION

DIVISION 1

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01110

SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01110

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. In general, the Work under this Contract includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the following major items of work as shown on the plans and as specified. The following descriptions are provided as an outline of major work items and shall not be construed as an inclusive or complete listing of all items of Work under this Contract.

1. Replacement of the water distribution system serving the Pintler District Ranger

Station Administrative Site. The project includes new water mains, and all associated valves, fittings, hydrants, service lines into buildings and a water meter/pressure reducing valve vault.

1.2 WORDING OF SPECIFICATIONS

A. Throughout these specifications the abbreviation CO shall mean "Contracting Officer”

B. Other reference standards are specified in Section 01420. The Contractor shall become thoroughly familiar with all reference specifications.

1.3 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS

A. In-depth water table surveys have not been performed. The Contractor shall perform adequate dewatering to keep the excavation free from water and dispose of the water without damage to property.

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

A. General: Contractor shall have full access to grounds for construction operations during construction period, and limited access to facilities. Contractor's use of premises is limited by the Government's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project site. Building access shall be coordinated with CO.

B. Contractor shall conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public and employees. Work is limited to the hours of 7am-8pm.

C. Notify Contracting Officer at least 72 hours prior to start of work. Provide 24-hours’ notice prior to any work occurring within buildings onsite.

D. Confine storage of equipment and materials to areas as approved by the CO.

E. Contractor shall provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Contractor shall minimize disturbance of work area.

SECTION 01110

SUMMARY OF WORK

F. Preservation of Natural Features: Confines all operations to work limits of the project.

Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, at no additional expense to the Government.

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

2. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval.

Consult with CO and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

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

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

G. Existing Utilities: Notify CO and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

1. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. Call the Utilities Underground Location Center at 1-800-424-5555, at least 2 business days in advance of excavation for the marking of underground utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

2. Interruption of Existing Utility Service: Notify CO, 48 hours in advance of any interruption of existing utilities.

3. Water service interruption shall be minimized and approved by the Contracting Officer in the construction schedule.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

A. Contractor shall provide construction sequencing in the schedule that reduces service interruption to the work center.

B. The Contractor may use water and power utilities available onsite.

1.6 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering materials.

END SECTION

SECTION 01275

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

SECTION 01275

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Measurement and payment for contract work will be made only for and under those pay items included in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS. All other work and materials will be considered as included in the payment for items shown.

1.2 QUANTITY MEASUREMENT

A. The Contractor shall make all measurements for computation of quantities for all work items except those specified for payment by Actual Quantity (AQ) or Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ).

B. The contractor shall compute the quantities for periodic progress payments; the Contracting Officer shall compute the quantities for the final payment based on measurements taken by the Contractor.

C. All Contractor measurements are subject to verification.

D. The Contractor shall submit all field notes, calculation sheets, and other data used to determine quantities.

E. The Contractor shall certify in writing as to the accuracy of the measurements and computations submitted.

1.3 METHODS OF MEASURE AND UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

A. One of the following methods for measurement for determining final payment is DESIGNATED on the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS for each pay item;

1. Actual Quantities (AQ): Estimated quantities which are determined from actual measurements of completed work.

2. Linear Feet (LF): Linear feet measured horizontally.

3. Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ) – These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

4. Each: One complete unit, which may consist of one or more parts.

1.4 PAY ITEMS

A. Pay Item No. 1 - MOBILIZATION

1. Description: This item is intended to compensate the Contractor for operations including, but not limited to, those necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site; for payment of premiums for bonds and insurance for the project; and for any other work and operations which must be performed or costs that must be incurred incident to the initiation of meaningful work at the site and for which payment is not otherwise provided for under the contract.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. The movement of personnel, equipment, supplies and incidentals to the project site;

b. The establishment of all facilities necessary for the work on the project;

c. The costs of obtaining the required permits, bonds, and insurance; and

d. All other work and operations which must be performed, or costs incurred prior to beginning work on the various items of the project.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum

4. Measurement: Measurement for MOBILIZATION will be made as a percentage completed of the lump sum. The total amount of premiums paid by the Contractor to obtain performance and payment bonds will be paid at one time together with the first progress payment otherwise due. When 5 percent of the total original contract amount is earned from other schedule items, 50 percent of the amount bid for mobilization will be paid, exclusive of any amount already paid the Contractor for performance and payment bond premiums. When 10 percent of the total original contract amount is earned from other schedule items, the balance of the amount bid for mobilization will be paid.

5. Payment: Payment for MOBILIZATION will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

B. Pay Item No. 2 – CONSTRUCTION SURVEY AND STAKING

1. Description: This item includes providing construction survey and staking necessary for construction of the project as shown in the Contract Documents.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. Provide personnel, equipment and supplies required for construction layout and reference staking necessary for the proper control and satisfactory completion of all structures, pipelines and other appurtenances required for the completion of the work and acceptance of the project;

b. All incidental materials, tools, equipment, and labor for the completion of this item.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum

4. Measurement: Measurement for CONSTRUCTION SURVEY AND STAKING will be made as a percentage completed of the lump sum. 50% of the lump sum will be credited to the first progress payment, with the second 50% being credited to subsequent progress payments in proportion to total construction completed as a percentage of the contract unit price.

5. Payment: Payment for CONSTRUCTION SURVEY AND STAKING will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

C. Pay Item No. 3 – POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) WATER MAIN

1. Description: PVC water main in sizes and classes indicated on the drawings and in the contract documents.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Excavation and backfill;

b. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring required for installation;

c. Furnishing and installing pipe with gaskets, lubricants, etc.;

d. Furnishing and installing appropriate detection wire;

e. Furnishing and installing bedding;

f. Testing, cleaning and disinfecting;

g. Thrust and anchor blocking;

h. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Lineal Foot.

4. Measurement: PVC WATER MAIN will be measured per lineal foot along the centerline of the pipe through all valves, fittings, and appurtenances as indicated in the Bid Form.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract price bid per lineal foot of the various sizes and classes of PVC WATER MAIN indicated in the Bid Form and shall include the cost of trench excavation, pipe bedding and backfill.

D. Pay Items No. 4-9 – HDPE WATER LINE

1. Description: HDPE water line in sizes and classes indicated on the drawings and in the contract documents.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Excavation and backfill;

b. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring required for installation;

c. Furnishing and installing pipe and fused joints;

d. Furnishing and installing appropriate detection wire;

e. Horizontal directional drilling, where required;

f. Conserve and replace gravel surfacing, where required;

g. Furnishing and installing bedding;

h. Testing, cleaning and disinfecting;

i. Thrust and anchor blocking;

j. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Lineal Foot.

4. Measurement: HDPE WATER LINE will be measured per lineal foot along the centerline of the pipe through all valves, fittings, and appurtenances as indicated in the Bid Form.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract price bid per lineal foot of the various sizes and classes of HDPE WATER LINE indicated in the Bid Form and shall include the cost of trench excavation, pipe bedding and backfill.

E. Pay Items No. 10-11 – GATE VALVE WITH VALVE BOX

1. Description: Gate valves with valve boxes in sizes indicated on the drawings and in the contract documents.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Additional excavation, bedding, backfill and compaction;

b. Furnishing and installing the gate valve and box;

c. Additional couplings required;

d. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring required for installation;

e. Thrust and anchor blocking;

f. Furnishing and installing polyethylene wrap;

g. Disinfection and testing;

h. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Each.

4. Measurement: GATE VALVE WITH VALVE BOX will be measured per each for each size of gate valve specified. Auxiliary gate valves and boxes associated with fire hydrants will not be measured and paid for separately, but shall be included in the costs of installing six-inch fire hydrants.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract unit price bid for each size and type of GATE VALVE WITH VALVE BOX as specified in the Bid Form.

F. Pay Items No. 12-14 – CURB VALVE WITH VALVE BOX

1. Description: Curb valves with valve boxes in sizes indicated on the drawings and in the contract documents.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Trench excavation, bedding, backfill, and compaction;

b. Salvage to the Owner of existing valves and curb boxes on existing water services;

c. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring;

d. Furnishing and installing curb valves and boxes;

e. Furnishing and installing fittings to connect new service lines to existing service lines;

f. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Each.

4. Measurement: Measurement for CURB VALVE WITH VALVE BOX will be measured per each for the various types and sizes listed in the Bid Form.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract unit price bid per each type and size of CURB VALVE WITH VALVE BOX as specified in the Bid Form.

G. Pay Item No. 15 – 6" FIRE HYDRANT W/ AUXILIARY GATE VALVE

1. Description: This section shall include new six-inch fire hydrants with an auxiliary gate valve and box.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring;

b. Excavation, bedding, backfill and compaction around the hydrant;

c. Furnishing and installing new six-inch fire hydrants, auxiliary gate valves, valve boxes and fittings;

d. Thrust and anchor blocking;

e. Connection to water main;

f. Furnishing and installing polyethylene wrap;

g. Furnishing and installing drain gravel;

h. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Each.

4. Measurement: 6" FIRE HYDRANT WITH AUXILIARY GATE VALVE will be measured per each and shall include all work and materials needed for installation. Pipe and fittings will be measured and paid for separately.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract unit price bid per each for 6"

FIRE HYDRANT WITH AUXILIARY GATE VALVE.

H. Pay Item No. 16 – 1” FROST-FREE HYDRANT W/ BACKFLOW PREVENTER

1. Description: This section shall include new frost-free hydrants tied into the new mains.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring;

b. Excavation, bedding, backfill and compaction around the hydrant;

c. Furnishing and installing new frost-free hydrants;

d. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Each.

4. Measurement: 1” FROST-FREE HYDRANT W/ BACKFLOW PREVENTER will be measured per each and shall include all work and materials needed for installation, including furnishing and installing all necessary couplings. Tees and fittings will be measured and paid for separately.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract unit price bid per each for 1”

FROST-FREE HYDRANT W/ BACKFLOW PREVENTER.

I. Pay Items No. 17-30 - FITTINGS

1. Description: This item shall include furnishing and installation of all appropriate tees, bends, reducers, caps, and blind flanges as per the Drawings and Contract Documents.

2. Work Requirement: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Additional excavation, bedding, backfill and compaction, dewatering, sheeting, and shoring required for installation;

b. Furnishing and installing each fitting;

c. Thrust blocking;

d. Furnishing and installing polyethylene wrap;

e. Additional thrust blocking for vertical fittings;

f. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Each.

4. Measurement: TEES, ELBOWS, REDUCERS and BLIND FLANGES will be measured per each for each size of fitting.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract unit price bid per each size of

TEES, ELBOWS, REDUCERS and BLIND FLANGES as specified in the Bid Form.

J. Pay Item No. 31 – REMOVE EXISTING METER PITS

1. Description: Remove three existing meter pits and meters and salvage to Owner, as indicated on the plans.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include, but not be limited to the following:

a. Trench excavation, backfill and compaction;

b. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring;

c. Removing the existing meter pit;

d. Plugging the existing pipe;

e. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum.

4. Measurement: REMOVE EXISTING METER PITS will be made per Lump

Sum.

5. Payment: Payment for REMOVE EXISTING METER PITS will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

K. Pay Item No. 32 – WATER METER AND PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE VAULT

1. Description: Furnish and install concrete vault, piping, pressure reducing valve and appurtenances in vault as specified on the drawings and in the contract documents.

Install Owner furnished water meter.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Additional trench excavation, bedding, backfill, and compaction;

b. Connection of piping to the vault and air valves;

c. Furnish and install necessary couplings, piping and reducers to make connections;

d. Furnish and install pressure reducing valve;

e. Furnish and install pipe supports:

f. Furnish and install concrete vault;

g. Furnish and install drain rock;

h. Install Owner provided water meter;

i. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Per Each.

4. Measurement: WATER METER AND PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE

VAULT will be measured per each.

5. Payment: Payment will be made at the contract unit price bid per each WATER

METER AND PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE VAULT as specified in the Bid Form.

L. Pay Item No. 33 – INSTALL 2” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO GARAGE/SHOP

1. Description: This item includes installing a 2” service line into the existing

Garage/Shop and connecting to the existing water plumbing. Demolition and rehabilitation inside the existing building may be necessary to facilitate installation.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. Furnishing and installing service line from new curb stop into building;

b. Furnishing and installing fittings required to connect to existing building water plumbing;

c. Removal of existing water meter and salvage to Owner;

d. Demolition and rehabilitation of existing concrete floor as necessary for installation;

e. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum.

4. Measurement: Measurement for INSTALL 2” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO

GARAGE/SHOP will be made per lump sum.

5. Payment: Payment for INSTALL 2” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO GARAGE/SHOP will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

M. Pay Item No. 34 – INSTALL 1-1/2” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO DISTRICT OFFICE

1. Description: This item includes installing a 1-1/2” service line into the existing

District Office and connecting to the existing water plumbing. Demolition and rehabilitation inside the existing building may be necessary to facilitate installation.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. Furnishing and installing service line from new curb stop into building;

b. Furnishing and installing fittings required to connect to existing building water plumbing;

c. Demolition and rehabilitation of existing interior wall, tile and concrete floor as necessary for installation;

d. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum.

4. Measurement: Measurement for INSTALL 1-1/2” WATER SERVICE LINE

INTO DISTRICT OFFICE will be made per lump sum.

5. Payment: Payment for INSTALL 1-1/2” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO

DISTRICT OFFICE will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

N. Pay Item No. 35 – INSTALL 1” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO

WAREHOUSE/GARAGE

1. Description: This item includes installing a 1” service line into the existing

Warehouse/Garage and connecting to the existing water plumbing. Demolition and rehabilitation inside the existing building may be necessary to facilitate installation.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. Furnishing and installing service line from new curb stop into building;

b. Furnishing and installing fittings required to connect to existing building water plumbing;

c. Demolition and rehabilitation of existing concrete floor as necessary for installation;

d. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum.

4. Measurement: Measurement for INSTALL 1” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO

WAREHOUSE/GARAGE will be made per lump sum.

5. Payment: Payment for INSTALL 1” WATER SERVICE LINE INTO

WAREHOUSE/GARAGE will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

O. Pay Item No. 36 – CONNECT TO EXISTING 2” CURB STOP AT BUNKHOUSE

1. Description: This item includes relocating the existing 2” curb stop to within five feet of the building and then connecting the new 2” PE service line to the curb stop.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. Additional trench excavation, bedding, backfill, and compaction;

b. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring;

c. Relocate existing curb stop;

d. Furnishing and installing fittings required to connect to existing service line;

e. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum.

4. Measurement: Measurement for CONNECT TO EXISTING 2” CURB STOP

AT BUNKHOUSE will be made per lump sum.

5. Payment: Payment for CONNECT TO EXISTING 2” CURB STOP AT

BUNKHOUSE will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

P. Pay Item No. 37 – CONNECT TO EXISTING HORSE WATERER

1. Description: This item includes connecting new 1” PE service line to the existing horse waterer.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. Additional trench excavation, bedding, backfill, and compaction;

b. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring;

c. Furnishing and installing fittings required to connect new service line to existing horse waterer;

d. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum.

4. Measurement: Measurement for CONNECT TO EXISTING HORSE

WATERER will be made per lump sum.

5. Payment: Payment for CONNECT TO EXISTING HORSE WATERER will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

Q. Pay Item No. 38 – REMOVE EXISTING HYDRANTS:

1. Description: This item includes the removal and disposal of an existing fire hydrant and an existing blowoff hydrant as indicated on the plans.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section shall include, but not be limited to the following:

a. Trench excavation, backfill and compaction;

b. Dewatering, sheeting, and shoring;

c. Removing and disposing of the fire hydrant and blowoff hydrant;

d. Plugging the existing pipe;

e. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lump Sum.

4. Measurement: REMOVE EXISTING HYDRANTS will be made per lump sum.

5. Payment: Payment for REMOVE EXISTING HYDRANTS will be made at the contract unit price bid as a lump sum.

R. Pay Item No. 39 – TYPE C SURFACE RESTORATION

1. Description: This item includes the surface restoration for trench excavations in lawns and native grass areas.

2. Work Required: Work required under this section includes but is not limited to the following.

a. Restoring, sodding or reseeding, and fertilizing any disturbed areas;

b. All labor, tools, equipment, materials, royalties, and incidentals necessary to complete the work as specified.

3. Unit of Measurement: Lineal Foot.

4. Measurement: Measurement for TYPE C SURFACE RESTORATION will be made per lineal foot measured along the centerline of the trench excavation.

5. Payment: Payment for TYPE C SURFACE RESTORATION will be made at the contract unit price bid per lineal foot. The limits for payment extend 8 feet (2.4

m) either side of the trench excavation centerline. Areas disturbed outside of the payment limits must be restored at the Contractor’s expense.

SECTION 01330

SUBMITTALS

SECTION 01330

SUBMITTALS

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Work Included:

1. Submittals are required under this contract for the purpose of establishing the final specifications for: (1) quality assurance; (2) design configuration; (3) performance standards; (4) color, texture, or finish; and/or (5) other features necessary for a complete description of the Work to be performed.

B. Submittals shall be approved by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall not purchase, order, ship, install, or otherwise incur costs for a product or other work subject to submittal approval until after approval is granted by the Contracting Officer; the Government shall not be responsible for payment for any work, product, design, etc., not approved.

C. Rejection of any submittals by the Contracting Officer constitutes notice that a resubmittal is required for the same purpose; rejections shall be explained.

D. The intent of the submittals is to provide complete information about the subject item sufficient for the Government to make a decision on that item's compliance with the purpose of the item and the general specification for that item. Descriptions contained in the approved submittals shall constitute an extension of the general specification concerning that item; and subsequent performance by the Contractor shall conform to submittal information except as allowed as substitutions in other sections as indicated.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Individual requirements for submittals may also be described in pertinent sections of the Technical Specifications.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. "Or Equal":

1. Where the phrase "or equal" or “equal as approved by the Contracting Officer," or "but are not limited to" occurs in the contract documents, do not assume that the materials, equipment, or methods will be approved as equal unless the item has been so specifically approved by the Contracting Officer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 REQUIRED SUBMITTALS

A. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to submit all items with such promptness as to cause no delay in the Work. Approvals must be obtained before starting any Work which involves them.

The following submittals are required following award of the contract for review and/or approval pursuant to contract provisions:

1. One copy of the Work Progress Schedule listing main types of Work and anticipated times for construction and completion.

B. One copy of the list of subcontractors proposed for the principal parts of the Work.

C. Copies of Certification and other documentation which establish the qualifications of proposed workers to perform the Work.

At a minimum the contractor shall provide project submittals as shown on the Submittal Log below.

Submittal requirements are listed throughout these specifications and the Drawings.

Log No.

Incidental to Pay Item(s) Description of Submittal Type of Submittal

Requirement found in

Specification No.

/Drawings

1 1 Schedule Schedule 01330

2 1 List of Subcontractors Listing 01330

3 1 Qualifications of Proposed Workers

Listing 01330

4 1 Contractor Quality Control Plan Plan 01450

5 1 Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan Plan 01330, 01500

6 1 Material Storage/Staging Plan Plan and Description Drawings

7 3-32

Water Pipe, Fittings, Hydrants, Valve Boxes, Pressure Reducing Valve, Concrete Vault and all Appurtenances (Including Tracer Wire)

Material Submittals 02615, 02660, 02665, Plans

8 3-32 Pipe Bedding Material Material Certifications 02221

9 33-35 Concrete Mix Design Mix Design

Material Certifications

03310, Plans

10 33-35 Concrete compressive strength, slump, and air-entrainment testing

Test Results 03310

11 1 Closeout Documents As-Built Drawings 01770

2.2 MANUFACTURER'S LITERATURE AND SHOP DRAWINGS

A. One (1) electronic copy of applicable submittals shall be provided to the COR through email, ftp site, or other electronic method.

The information provided shall be adequate to determine compliance with the specifications. Literature which is not marked or otherwise designated to show the exact model, size, etc. which the Contractor proposes to use, will be returned by the Contracting Officer "without action." Circle or check applicable items on submittals. Do not use highlighter pens.

Submittals which are received from sources other than through the Contractor's office will be returned by the Contracting Officer "without notice."

Make submittals of Shop Drawings, Manufacturer's literature, tests, Schedules, samples, substitution requests, and other items in accordance with the provisions of this Section.

2.3 SAMPLES

A. Submit two samples of each color, style, etc. One sample of selected color, etc. will be retained. All other samples and all hardware samples will be returned.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 IDENTIFICATION OF SUBMITTALS

A. Consecutively number all submittals. Cross reference all submittals with the specific Section number of the specifications.

1. When material is resubmitted for any reason, transmit under a new letter of transmittal with a new submittal number.

B. On submittals, cite the original submittal number for reference.

Accompany each submittal with letter of transmittal showing all information for identification and checking.

On at least the first page of each submittal, and elsewhere as required for positive identification, show the submittal number in which the item was included.

Where contents from manufacturers include data not pertinent to the submittal, clearly show which portions of the contents are being submitted for review.

Maintain an accurate submittal log for the duration of the Work, showing current status of all submittals at all times. The submittal log shall be made available to the Contracting Officer for review upon request.

3.2 GROUPING OF SUBMITTALS

A. Make construction drawing submittals in a group containing all associated items to assure that information is available for checking each item when it is received.

1. Partial submittals may be rejected as not complying with the provisions of the contract.

B. The Contractor may be liable for delays caused by rejected submittals.

3.3 TIMING OF SUBMITTALS

A. Submit temporary erosion control plan at the Post Award Conference. No work shall be started on the project site until the erosion control plan is approved by the Contracting Officer.

B. Make construction submittals for the first phases of Work within 15 days of the date of the Notice-To-Proceed.

In scheduling, allow at least twenty (20) working days for review by the Contracting Officer following receipt of the submittal.

3.4 REVIEW OF SUBMITTALS

A. The Contracting Officer will review submittals with reasonable promptness, indicating in writing the appropriate approval category ("Approved," "Disapproved," "Approved Subject to Corrections Shown") upon them. One (1) copy of the drawings or vendor's data shall be returned to the Contractor and when corrections are required, the Contractor shall make such corrections. The drawing (or other vendor's data) shall then be resubmitted by the Contractor for approval until an unqualified approval is obtained.

After unqualified approval is obtained, the Contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer with three (3) copies of the approved submittals.

Review by the Contracting Officer does not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for errors which may exist in the submitted data.

Revisions:

1. Make revisions required by Contracting Officer.

B. If the Contractor considers any required revision to be a change, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer as provided for in the General Conditions.

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REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01410

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 DESIGN STANDARDS AND CODES

A. All work shall comply with the rules and regulations of federal, state, and local agencies having jurisdiction. The Contractor shall acquire all permits, licenses and approval needed to complete the project from applicable state and local officials.

B. The construction methods shall meet the latest edition of all national, state and local codes. The following standards and codes are made part of the contract specifications.

In case of conflict, the most stringent shall apply.

AAN American Association of Nurserymen AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials ACI American Concrete Institute ADAABAAGAmericans with Disabilities Act-Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility

Guidelines AISC American Institute of Steel Construction AITC American Institute of Timber Construction ANSI American National Standards Institute ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials AWPA American Wood Preservers Association AWPB American Wood Preservers Bureau FSORAG USDA Forest Service Outdoor Recreation Accessibility Guidelines FSTAG USDA Forest Service Trail Accessibility Guidelines IBC International Building Code ICBO International Committee of Building Officials IEC International Electric Code MUTCD Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (Department of Transportation) NBS National Bureau of Standards (Department of Commerce) NEC National Electric Code OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration (Department of Labor) SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council UFAS Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards WWPA Western Wood Products Association

1.2 REFERENCE SPECIFICATION

A. At all times, keep the following documents on site and available for use by the Contractor, Subcontractors, if any, and Contracting Officer:

1. American Concrete Institute Specifications for Structural Concrete (ACI 301-20).

1.3 VARIATIONS WITH REFERENCES

A. Promptly notify the Contracting Officer of any observed conflict between drawings and referenced standard or specification.

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B. Assume responsibility for work known to be contrary to such requirements without notice.

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REFERENCES

SECTION 01420

REFERENCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 1 Specifications Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. General: Basic contract definitions are included in the Conditions of the Contract.

B. “Indicated”: The term “indicated” refers to graphic representations, notes, or schedules on the Drawings, or other paragraphs or Schedules in the Specifications, and similar requirements in the Contract Documents. Terms such as “shown,” “noted,” “scheduled,” and “specified” are used to help the reader locate the reference. Location is not limited.

C. “Directed”: Terms such as “directed,” “requested,” authorized,” “selected,” “approved,” “required,” and “permitted” mean directed by the CO, requested by the CO, and similar phrases.

D. “Approved”: The term “approved,” when used in conjunction with the CO’s action on the Contractor’s submittals, applications, and requests, is limited to the CO’s duties and responsibilities as stated in the Conditions of the Contract.

E. “Regulations”: The term “regulations” includes laws, ordinances, statutes, and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, as well as rules, conventions, and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the work.

F. “Furnish”: The term “furnish” means supply and deliver to the Project Site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation, and similar operations.

G. “Install”: The term “install” describes operations at the Project Site including the actual unloading, unpacking, assembly, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning, and similar operations.

H. “Provide”: The term “provide” means to furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use.

I. “Installer”: An installer is the Contractor or another entity engaged by the Contractor, either as an employee, subcontractor, or contractor of lower tier, to perform a particular construction activity, including installations, erection, application, or similar operations.

Installers are required to be experienced in the operations they are engaged to perform.

1. The term “experienced,” when used with the term “installer,” means having a minimum of 5 previous projects similar in size and scope to this Project, being familiar with the special requirements indicated, and having complied with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

A. Trades: Using terms such as “carpentry” does not imply that certain construction activities must be performed by accredited or unionized individuals of a corresponding generic name, such as “carpenter.” It also does not imply that requirements specified apply exclusively to tradespersons of the corresponding generic name.

B. Assigning Specialists: Certain Sections of the Specifications require that specific construction activities shall be performed by specialists who are recognized experts in those operations. The specialist must be engaged for those activities, and their assignments are requirements over which the Contractor has no option. However, the ultimate responsibility for fulfilling contract requirements remains with the Contractor.

1. This requirement shall not be interpreted to conflict with enforcing building codes and similar regulations governing the Work. It is also not intended to interfere with local trade-union jurisdictional settlements and similar conventions.

C. “Project Site”: The space available to the Contractor for performing construction activities, either exclusively or in conjunction, with others performing other work as part of the Project. The extent of the Project Site is shown on the Drawings and may or may not be identical with the description of the land on which the Project is to be built.

D. “Testing Agencies”: A testing agency is an independent entity engaged to perform specific inspections or tests, either at the Project Site or elsewhere, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those inspections or tests.

E. “CO”: Contracting Officer.

1.3 SPECIFICATION FORMAT AND CONTENT EXPLANATION

A. Specification Format: These Specifications are organized into Divisions and Sections based on Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) numbering system.

B. Specification Content: This Specification uses certain conventions regarding the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations or circumstances. These conventions are explained as follows:

C. Abbreviated Language: Language used in Specifications and other Contract Documents is abbreviated. Words and meanings shall be interpreted as appropriate. Words implied, but not stated, shall be interpreted as the sense requires. Singular words will be interpreted as plural and plural words interpreted as singular where applicable as the context of the Contract Documents indicates.

D. Streamlined Language: The Specifications generally use the imperative mood and streamlined language. Requirements expressed in the imperative mood are to be performed by the Contractor. At certain locations in the Text, subjective language is used for clarity to describe responsibilities that must be fulfilled indirectly by the Contractor or by others so noted. The words “shall be” are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

1.4 INDUSTRY STANDARDS

A. Applicability of Standards: Except where the Contract Documents include more stringent requirements, applicable construction industry standards have the same force and effect as if bound or copied directly into the Contract Documents to the extent referenced. Such standards are made a part of the Contract Documents by reference.

B. Publications Dates: Comply with the standards in effect as of the date of the Contract Documents.

C. Conflicting Requirements: Where compliance with 2 or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer to the CO before proceeding for a decision on requirements that are different, but apparently equal; and where it is uncertain which requirement is the most stringent.

1. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum acceptable. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quantity or quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits. To comply with these requirements, indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, as appropriate, for the context of the requirements. Refer uncertainties to the CO for a decision before proceeding.

D. Copies of Standards: Each entity engaged in construction on the Project is required to be familiar with industry standards applicable to its construction activity. Copies of applicable standards are not bound with the Contract Documents. Where copies of standards are needed to perform a required construction activity, the Contractor shall obtain copies directly from the publication source.

E. Abbreviations and Names: Trade association names and titles of general standards are frequently abbreviated. Where such acronyms or abbreviations are used in the Specifications or other Contract Documents, they mean the recognized name of the trade association, standard-generating organization, authorities having jurisdiction, or other entity applicable to the context of the text provision. Refer to “Gale Research Co.'’ “Encyclopedia of Associations,” available in most libraries.

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QUALITY ASSURANCE

SECTION 01430

QUALITY ASSURANCE

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Establish and maintain an effective quality control program and perform sufficient inspections and tests of all items of work, including those of subcontractors, to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents.

1.2 GENERAL

A. Provide for procedures to ensure that the latest Contract Documents, standards, codes, shop drawings and instructions are used for fabrication, construction and testing.

B. Furnish appropriate facilities, instruments and testing devices required for performance of the quality control program.

C. Contractor is responsible for inspections and tests required in Divisions 2 and 3, and the cost of same shall be included in the Contract Sum.

D. Ensure that the work of related trades is properly coordinated.

1.3 QUALIFICATIONS

A. Persons qualified by training and/or experience shall provide, install and/or perform all work. Qualifications and/or minimum years of experience are specified in the technical sections of these Specifications. At the Pre-Work Conference, provide documentation demonstrating that qualifications for each phase of work will be met.

1.4 PRE-INSTALLATION

A. It is the Contractor's responsibility to be certain that all equipment and materials selected by the Contractor, subcontractors or material suppliers conform exactly to the requirements of the Contract Documents. Approval of a manufacturer's name by the CO does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for providing materials and equipment which comply with the Drawings and Specifications.

B. Before the installation of every major unit of work that requires coordination with other work, ensure that the unit of work can be installed and function as intended and required in conjunction with other work which has preceded or will follow. If the installer reports unsatisfactory conditions for installation, do not proceed until these conditions have been corrected.

1.5 INSTALLATION

A. Conform to testing and inspection requirements as specified. Coordinate enclosure of work with required inspections and tests, so as to avoid the necessity of uncovering work for that purpose.

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B. Unless otherwise noted or directed, install all work in accordance with Manufacturer's recommendations for best results. Do not omit any preparatory steps or installation procedures unless specifically modified or exempted by the Documents.

C. Recheck measurements and dimensions of the Work, as an integral step of starting each installation.

D. Any modification necessary for the proper installation and function of an approved substituted item shall be made by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

The Contractor shall bear the cost of any detailing or design required to accommodate the change.

E. Protect newly installed work to ensure that it will remain without damage or deterioration during the remainder of the construction period. If damage or deterioration should occur, restore to new condition at no additional cost to the Government.

SECTION 01450

QUALITY CONTROL

SECTION 01450

QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Contractor provided testing laboratory services.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Section 01780, Closeout Submittals

B. Individual Specification Sections: Inspections and tests required, and standards for testing.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. ANSI/ASTM D-3740: Practice for Evaluation of Agencies Engaged in Testing and/or Inspection of Soil and Rock as Used in Engineering Design and Construction.

B. ANSI/ASTM E-329: Standard Recommended Practice for Inspection and Testing Agencies for Concrete, Steel, and Bituminous Materials as Used in Construction.

1.4 SELECTION AND PAYMENT

A. Contractor will employ and pay for services of an independent testing laboratory to perform specified inspection and testing. Sampling and testing shall be provided to assure compliance with the requirements of the drawings and Specifications.

B. Employment of testing laboratory shall in no way relieve the Contractor of obligation to perform work in accordance with requirements of contract documents.

C. Under no circumstances shall a supplier of materials be allowed to act as an approved testing laboratory.

D. No materials shall be placed or installed without prior acceptance by the Contracting Officer, based on test and inspection results.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with requirements of ANSI/ASTM E-329 and ANSI/ASTM D3740.

B. Laboratory shall maintain a full-time registered engineer on staff to review services.

C. Laboratory authorized to operate in the State of Montana.

D. Testing equipment shall be calibrated at reasonable intervals with devices of an accuracy traceable to either NBS Standards or accepted values of natural physical constants.

1.6 CONTRACTOR SUBMITTALS

A. Prior to start work, submit testing laboratory name, address, and telephone number, and names of full-time registered engineer and responsible officer.

B. Submit copy of report of laboratory facilities inspection made by Materials Reference Laboratory of National Bureau of Standards during most recent tour of inspection, with memorandum of remedies of any deficiencies reported by the inspection.

1.7 LABORATORY RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Test samples of mixes submitted by Contractor.

B. Provide qualified personnel at site after due notice; cooperate with the Contracting Officer and Contractor in performance of services.

C. Perform specified inspection, sampling, and testing of products.

D. Ascertain compliance of materials and mixes with requirements of contract documents.

E. Promptly notify the Contracting Officer and Contractor of observed irregularities or non conformance of work or products.

F. Perform additional inspections and tests required by the Contracting Officer.

1.8 LABORATORY REPORTS

A. After each inspection and test, promptly submit two (2) copies of the laboratory report to the Contracting Officer. Include: Date issued, project title and number, name of inspector, date and time of sampling or inspection, identification of product and specifications section, location in the project, type of inspection or test, date of test, results of test, and conformance with contract documents. When requested by the Contracting Officer, provide interpretation of test results.

1.9 LIMITS ON TESTING LABORATORY AUTHORITY

A. Laboratory may not release, revoke, alter, or enlarge on requirements of contract documents.

B. Laboratory may not approve or accept any portion of the work.

C. Laboratory may not assume any duties of the Contractor.

D. Laboratory has no authority to stop work.

1.10 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Deliver to laboratory at designated location adequate samples of materials proposed to be used which require testing, together with proposed mix designs.

B. Cooperate with laboratory personnel and provide…