Statement_of_Work_SOW.pdf

SENEY

NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE

1986 River Road Germfask, MI 49836

SHOW POOL SHELTERS

REPLACEMENT AND SITE

RESTORATION

Infrastructure Management Division

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PART III, SECTION J

LIST OF DOCUMENTS, EXHIBITS, AND OTHER ATTACHMENTS

INDEX

TECHNICAL PROVISIONS/SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 011000 SUMMARY OF THE WORK

SECTION 012900 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

SECTION 013000 SUBMITTALS

SECTION 013100 PROJECT COORDINATION

SECTION 013200 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

SECTION 014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 014200 DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

SECTION 015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 016000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 017000 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 017700 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

SECTION 024100 DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

NOT APPLICABLE

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

SECTION 040300 – CONSERVATION TREATMENT FOR PERIOD MASONRY

DIVISIONs 05 – 06

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 074113 METAL ROOF PANELS

SECTION 076200 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

SECTION 077200 ROOF ACCESSORIES

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DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

SECTION 099300 STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

SECTION 101400 EXTERIOR SIGNAGE

DIVISION 11

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

SECTION 123600 COUNTERTOPS

DIVISIONS 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

SECTION 133000 ROUND LOG PICNIC SHELTERS

DIVISIONS 14 - 30

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

SECTION 311000 SITE CLEARING

SECTION 312200 GRADING

SECTION 312316 EXCAVATION

SECTION 312323 FILL

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

SECTION 321313 CONCRETE PAVING

SECTION 321713 PARKING BUMPERS

SECTION 321723 PAVEMENT MARKINGS

SECTION 329119 LANDSCAPE GRADING

SECTION 329219 SEEDING

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DIVISIONS 33 – 48

ATTACHMENTS

PRE-CONSTRUCTION SAFETY CHECKLIST

SUBMITTAL FORM

SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

DRAWINGS

3R-MI-180-516 COVER SHEET, VICINITY/LOCATION MAPS

AND DRAWING INDEX 1 OF 10

3R-MI-180-517 TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY 2 OF 10

3R-MI-180-518 SITE DEMOLITION PLAN 3 OF 10

3R-MI-180-519 EXISTING SHOW POOL SHELTER DEMOLITION

PLAN 4 OF 10

3R-MI-180-520 OVERALL SITE PLAN 5 OF 10

3R-MI-180-521 SITE GRADING PLAN 6 OF 10

3R-MI-180-522 SITE PLAN DETAILS 7 OF 10

3R-MI-180-523 SHOW POOL SHELTER FLOOR PLAN AND

ELEVATIONS 8 OF 10

3R-MI-180-524 SHOW POOL SHELTER CONSTRUCTION DETAILS 9 OF 10

3R-MI-180-525 EXISTING FIREPLACE AND CHIMNEY

RESTORATION DETAILS 10 OF 10

21-RF-009 / Seney NWR - Show Pool Shelter Replacement and Site Restoration

011000 - 1 SUMMARY OF THE WORK

SECTION 011000

SUMMARY OF THE WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT TITLE: WILDLIFE INTERPRETATION AND EDUCATION CENTER STORAGE

BUILDING.

1.02 WORK UNDER THESE SPECIFICATIONS

A. The Contractor shall furnish all materials, labor, equipment, and superintendence for the work described below and within the construction documents. The work includes but is not limited to;

project mobilization and demobilization, project management and oversite, demolition and construction of items described below, quality control, cleanup, and removal of all debris and waste generated during performance of the work.

I-1 Base Bid: Show Pool Shelter Replacement and Site Restoration All work associated with demolishing an existing wood framed picnic shelter and concrete slab, constructing a new picnic shelter and concrete slab, repairing an existing fireplace and chimney, relocating an existing wood kiosk, constructing concrete parking areas, picnic table pad, and sidewalks, constructing a gravel trail, seeding, and miscellaneous site improvements. Refer to contract documents.

All work items that are not specifically called out are considered incidental and no direct compensation will be provided. This work shall be performed on a firm fixed price lump sum basis.

1.03 LOCATION AND INSPECTION OF SITE

A. The work site is located at the Seney National Wildlife Refuge near Germfask, MI. See cover sheet for project location. The address for the Refuge Headquarters is: 1986 River Road, Germfask, MI 49836. The Refuge Manager may be contacted for further information concerning the project location by telephone at (906) 630-2015.

1. The project site is available for inspection Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

EST except Federal Holidays.

B. All prospective bidders, contractors, subcontractors, and related persons are encouraged to visit the site of the proposed Work and to assess the location and extent of the Work prior to submitting bids/quotes. Persons may inspect the site by contacting the Refuge Manager for an appointment.

1.04 DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION

A. The successful bidder will be provided, upon request, one digital copy of the construction drawings and specifications in .pdf format via email. These files will be provided at no additional cost to the successful bidder.

1. Government's Digital Data Files: Electronic digital data files of the Contract Drawings will not be provided by the Government for Contractor's use in preparing submittals.

B. Construction drawings are drawn on a 22” x 34” standard “D” size sheet at 100%. When plotting drawings at different percentages bar scales on drawings shall be used for measuring.

C. Exact location of all affected utilities will be the responsibility of the contractor. Drawings may not completely show all utilities. Site verification is required in addition to contacting any local authorities and utility companies to determine exact locations of utilities.

1.05 WORK NOT INCLUDED IN THIS CONTRACT

A. All items indicated “NIC” on the drawings or in the specifications are items not included in this contract.

B. Work to be performed under other contracts and not included as a part of this contract is generally shown as “By Others” on the Contract Documents.

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1.06 ITEMS PROVIDED BY THE GOVERNMENT

A. Work to be accomplished by the Government or manufactured items to be provided by the

Government are generally shown as “By Government” on the Contract Documents.

1.07 SAFETY - IN ADDITION TO FAR 52.236-13 ACCIDENT PREVENTION

A. The Contractor shall fill out and submit the “Preconstruction Safety Checklist” to the Government Contracting Officer prior to beginning construction. A copy of this document is included in the specifications.

B. The Contractor shall designate a safety officer to ensure a safe work site. The safety officer shall perform daily work site inspections to assure compliance with all safety regulations and standards.

C. The Contractor’s Safety Plan shall be available on-site. The Contractor shall provide Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous materials brought on-site. SDS shall be made available in a conspicuous location.

D. All equipment and work activities shall comply with OSHA Regulations and all accidents incidental to work performed under this contract shall be reported in accordance with OSHA reporting requirements. Additionally a copy of the accident report shall be provided to the Government Contracting Officer.

E. The Contractor shall provide and install barricades, signs, or other warning devices to delineate the construction area.

F. Provide at least one non-freezing type fire extinguisher of the appropriate class for each group of workers performing flammable procedures on the construction site.

G. Provide and maintain on the construction site a basic first aid kit for the workers to use.

1. Provide first aid supply commensurate with size of project with items necessary for first aid treatment of all injuries. The first aid kit shall include items identified on SDS (see paragraph C of this section) in applicable locations.

2. Advise all workers of the location of first aid supplies.

3. Post telephone numbers of nearest hospital or ambulance service and fire station in conspicuous location. Advise all workers of location of telephone numbers.

H. Provide necessary Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) as identified by SDS and OSHA regulations.

I. Provide documentation workers have been trained in the use of PPE prior to individual use.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION

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012900 - 1 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

SECTION 012900

PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and process Applications for Payment.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Schedule of Values: A statement furnished by Contractor allocating portions of the Contract

Sum to various portions of the Work and used as the basis for reviewing Contractor's Applications for Payment.

1.03 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation of the schedule of values with preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

1. Submit the schedule of values to Government at earliest possible date, but no later than ten business days before the date scheduled for submittal of initial Application for Payment.

B. Format and Content: Use Project Manual table of contents as a guide to establish line items for the schedule of values. Provide at least one line item for each Specification Section. Further breakdown each line item to include materials, labor, and equipment.

1. Identification: Include the following Project identification on the schedule of values:

a. Project name and location.

b. Owner's name.

c. Owner's Project number.

d. Contractor's name and address.

e. Date of submittal.

2. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Applications for Payment and progress reports.

3. Overhead Costs, Proportional Distribution: Include total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit for each line item.

4. Overhead Costs, Separate Line Items: Show cost of temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actual work-in-place as separate line items.

5. Schedule of Values Revisions: Revise the schedule of values when Change Orders or Construction Change Directives result in a change in the Contract Sum. Include at least one separate line item for each Change Order and Construction Change Directive.

1.04 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Each Application for Payment following the initial Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments, as certified by Government and paid for by Government.

B. Payment Application Times: Submit Application for Payment to Government monthly.

C. Application for Payment Forms: Use form approved by Government as form for Applications for

Payment.

D. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on form. Notarize and execute by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor. Government will return incomplete applications without action.

1. Entries shall match data on the schedule of values and Contractor's construction schedule.

Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts for work completed following previous Application for Payment, whether or not payment has been received. Include only amounts for work completed at time of Application for Payment.

3. Include amounts of Change Orders and Construction Change Directives issued before last day of construction period covered by application.

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E. Transmittal: Submit signed and notarized original copies of each Application for Payment to Government via email. One copy shall include waivers of lien and similar attachments if required.

F. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of first Application for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. Schedule of values.

3. Contractor's construction schedule (preliminary if not final).

4. Copies of permits, if required.

5. Copies of authorizations and licenses from authorities having jurisdiction for performance of the Work.

6. Report of preconstruction conference.

G. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: After Contracting Officer issues the Certificate of Substantial Completion, submit an Application for Payment showing 100 percent completion for portion of the Work claimed as substantially complete.

1. Include documentation supporting claim that the Work is substantially complete and a statement showing an accounting of changes to the Contract Sum.

2. This application shall reflect Certificate(s) of Substantial Completion issued previously for

Government occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

H. Final Payment Application: After completing Project closeout requirements, submit final

Application for Payment with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted, including but not limited, to the following:

1. Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements.

2. Certification of completion of final punch list items.

3. Updated final statement, accounting for final changes to the Contract Sum.

4. Waivers and releases.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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SECTION 013000

SUBMITTALS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 GENERAL

A. Refer to the technical specifications for all submittals required.

B. Contractor shall coordinate submittal review with construction schedule.

1. Review Time: Government response and return of submittal in .pdf format to Contractor within 10 business days of receipt.

C. When specifically requested by the Contracting Officer, Contracting Officers Representative, or the Government’s on-site observer, the Contractor shall provide paper copies of approved submittals, manufacturer’s written installation instructions, and/or recommendations for review and approval prior to accomplishing equipment installation.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. The Contractor shall provide a “Standard Submittal Form” for submittals provided to the

Government. A copy of the form is provided in the specifications. Upon request, one digital copy of the form in .doc format will be provided via email.

B. The Contractor shall provide digital .pdf copies of all submittals via an online project web site to the Government except for items noted otherwise in the specifications. The Contractor shall submit material samples via mail. Submitted material samples will become the property of the Government and will not be returned to the Contractor.

1. Electronic Submittals: Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file.

2. File name shall use specification section number followed by a decimal point, then a sequential number, followed by a title (e.g., 061000.01 Concrete). Resubmittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., 061000.01A Concrete).

C. The approval of submittals shall not relieve the Contractor to comply with the terms and conditions of the Contract Drawings, Specifications, and Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions.

The Contractor shall be responsible to determine correct dimension, design, connection, detail and satisfactory construction of all Work.

D. The approval of submittals does not constitute acceptance of a change order by the Government. Contract change orders shall be submitted to the Government Contracting Officer following the modification/change order procedures in Section 013100 Project Coordination.

E. The Contractor shall provide and maintain in proper order and in good, clean condition, at the project site, a copy of approved submittals.

1.03 PROJECT WEB SITE

A. Contractor shall provide, administer, pay for, and use Project Web site for purposes of hosting and managing project communication and documentation until Final Completion. Project Web site shall include the following functions:

1. Project directory.

2. Project correspondence.

3. Meeting minutes.

4. RFI forms and logs.

5. Photo documentation.

6. Submittals forms and logs.

7. Reminder and tracking functions.

8. Daily inspection reports.

B. Provide up to three Project Web Site user licenses for use by the Government.

C. On completion of Project, provide one complete archive copy of the Project Web site to the

Government.

D. Provide one of the following Project Web site software packages by the following under their current published licensing agreements:

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1. Procore.

2. Project Teams.

3. Submittal Exchange.

4. Or an approved equal.

1.04 PROJECT SCHEDULE

A. Contractor shall provide as required by Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clauses. *

1.05 PRICE BREAKDOWN - LUMP SUM ITEMS

A. Contractor shall provide as required by FAR clauses. *

1.06 SUBCONTRACTOR'S LIST

A. Submit a list of subcontractors who will be working on the project.

1.07 SUBMITTAL OF PROGRESS PAYMENT CERTIFICATE

A. Contractor shall provide as required by FAR clauses. *

1.08 GUARANTEES, WARRANTIES AND CERTIFICATES

A. Refer to Section 017700 Project Closeout.

1.09 OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTION

A. Refer to Section 017000 Execution and Closeout Requirements.

1.10 DELIVERY TICKETS

A. The Contractor shall submit to the Government via the submittal process in digital .pdf format a copy of each delivery ticket for all material delivered to the construction site.

B. The delivery ticket shall show brand name, catalog number, and number of items received.

1.11 WASTE MANIFESTS

A. The Contractor shall submit to the Government via the submittal process copies of all waste manifests.

B. Manifests shall state type of waste (i.e., construction debris, hazardous asbestos, etc.), location of disposal, landfill designation, EPA registration of landfill, and EPA registration for transportation of any hazardous wastes.

PART 2 -PRODUCTS

2.01 EXISTING PRODUCTS

A. Existing materials and equipment indicated to be removed, but not to be re-used, relocated, reinstalled, delivered to the Government, or otherwise indicated as to remain the property of the Government, become the property of the Contractor; remove from site.

B. Specific Products to be Reused: Reuse materials and equipment already existing on the project site as indicated.

2.02 NEW PRODUCTS

A. Provide new products unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. DO NOT USE products having any of the following characteristics:

1. Made outside the United States, its territories, Canada, or Mexico.

2. Made using or containing CFC's or HCFC's.

3. Made of wood from newly cut old growth timber.

4. Containing lead, cadmium, or asbestos.

2.03 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Several manufacturer's products may have been identified and included within the specifications. Identified products shall be used as a basis of design. Product substitutions that are equal to or better than the basis of design will be considered as outlined in the specifications.

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2.04 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

A. Government will consider requests for substitutions only after contract is awarded.

B. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Documents.

C. A request for substitution constitutes a representation that the submitter:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product.

2. Agrees to provide the same warranty for the substitutions as for the specified product.

3. Agrees to coordinate installation and make changes to other Work that may be required for the Work to be complete with no additional cost to the Government.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension that may subsequently become apparent.

5. Agrees to reimburse the Government for review or redesign services associated with re-approval by authorities.

D. Substitutions will not be considered when they are indicated or implied on shop drawings or product data submittals, without separate written request, or when acceptance will require revision to the Contract Documents.

E. Substitution Submittal Procedure (after contract award):

1. Submit one copy of request for substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed substitution.

2. Submit shop drawings, product data, and certified test results for specified product and proposed substitution attesting to the proposed product equivalence. Burden of proof is on the proposer.

3. The Government will notify the Contractor in writing of decision to accept or reject request.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT APPLICABLE)

3.01 * THE APPLICABLE FAR CLAUSES WILL BE PROVIDED TO THE RESULTANT CONTRACTOR

AT THE PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE.

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SECTION 013100

PROJECT COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 JOBSITE ADMINISTRATION

A. Superintendence, Subcontract Administration, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, and Construction Inspection are the responsibility of the Contractor.

B. Final decisions relative to items of conflict shall be made by the Contracting Officer.

C. The Government shall have the authority to temporarily suspend the Work for such time as necessary because of the failure on the part of the Contractor to perform any of the provisions of the Contract. No extension of contract performance time will be permitted until the Government determines that the deficiencies in performance, which caused the temporary suspension, have been corrected.

D. The Contractor shall have responsible superintendence on site during all project operations.

The Contractor shall submit to the Government in writing a project superintendence plan.

Changes to the superintendence plan shall be approved by the Government three business days prior to implementation.

E. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing at least ten (10) days prior to the anticipated date of completion of all Work specified herein. Upon completion of the Work, the Contracting Officer, or their designee, shall proceed with the final inspection which shall be completed as promptly as practicable. The time required for such inspection and for performing any corrective Work shall be included in the contract performance time.

1.02 MODIFICATION/CHANGE ORDER PROCEDURES

A. In the event of the need for a Change Order, the Contractor will receive a letter requesting a price quote for proposed changes to the Contract.

B. The Contractor shall not perform work outside of the contract documents without written approval from the Contracting Officer. All expenses of Work performed outside of the contract documents without prior approval will be the responsibility of the contractor.

C. For evaluation purposes, the Contractor's quote shall be broken down to show the costs of labor, materials, and equipment for each proposed category of Work included with the change, along with the total cost for Contractor's overhead, profit, and bond for the proposed changes.

D. All Contract time extensions required as a result of a proposed change must be justified and supported in detail at the time of the proposal.

1.03 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION PROCUDURES (RFI'S)

A. Definition: A request seeking one of the following:

1. An interpretation, amplification, or clarification of some requirement of Contract Documents arising from inability to determine from them the exact material, process, or system to be installed or when an item of work is described differently at more than one place in the Contract Documents.

2. A resolution to an issue which has arisen due to field conditions and affects design intent.

B. Preparation: Prepare an RFI immediately upon discovery of a need for interpretation of the

Contract Documents.

1. Prepare a separate RFI for each specific item.

a. Review, coordinate, and comment on requests originating with subcontractors and/or materials suppliers.

b. Do not forward requests which solely require internal coordination between subcontractors.

C. Submission: Submit all RFI's in .pdf format via project website.

D. Content: Include identifiers necessary for tracking the status of each RFI, and information necessary to provide an actionable response.

1. Official project name and contract number.

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2. Owner's and contractor's name and contact information.

3. Discrete and consecutive RFI number, and descriptive subject/title.

4. Issue date.

5. Reference to particular Contract Document(s) requiring additional information/interpretation. Identify pertinent drawing and detail number and/or specification section number, title, and paragraph(s).

6. Annotations: Field dimensions and/or description of conditions which have engendered the request.

E. Attachments: Include sketches, coordination drawings, descriptions, photos, submittals, and other information necessary to substantiate the reason for the request.

F. Review Time: Government shall respond and return RFI's in .pdf format via project website to Contractor within ten business days of receipt.

1. Response period may be shortened or lengthened for specific items, subject to mutual agreement, and recorded in a timely manner in progress meeting minutes.

G. Responses: Content of answered RFIs will not constitute in any manner a directive or authorization to perform extra work or delay the project. If in Contractor's belief it is likely to lead to a change to Contract Sum or Contract Time, promptly contact the Government Contracting Officer.

1. The Contractor shall not perform work outside of the contract documents without written approval from the Contracting Officer. All expenses of Work performed outside of the contract documents without prior approval will be the responsibility of the contractor.

2. Response may include a request for additional information, in which case the original RFI will be deemed as having been answered, and an amended one is to be issued forthwith.

3. Upon receipt of a response, promptly review and distribute to all affected parties.

1.04 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. Soon after award of the Contract and prior to commencing construction, the Contractor shall attend a preconstruction conference with representatives of the Government at the project location. Timely notification of the meeting will be given to the Contractor. Time, date, and place of the conference will be determined by the Contracting Officer. Requirements pertaining to contract administration, construction operations, project superintendence, and the project schedule will be discussed. The project schedule shall be in accordance with Section 013000 Submittals. The preconstruction safety checklist and project schedule shall be submitted for review during this conference.

1.05 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Weekly project meetings will be conducted by the Contractor with representatives of the

Government at the project site and by a web based voice, video, chat, and data sharing application for the purpose of coordinating, expediting, and assessing the work progress. Dates and times will be determined at the Preconstruction Conference.

B. The Contractor shall provide reports of progress on the project, discuss the work schedule for the coming period, and present all conflicts, discrepancies or other difficulties for resolution. A record of discussions, decisions, and meeting minutes will be prepared by the Contractor and distributed via the project website.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

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DOCUMENTATION

SECTION 013200

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Daily construction reports.

3. Site condition reports.

4. Unusual event reports.

1.02 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 Activity: An activity on the critical path that 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. Critical Path: The longest connected chain of interdependent activities through the network schedule that establishes the minimum overall Project duration and contains no float.

C. Event: The starting or ending point of an activity.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Format for Submittals: Submit in .pdf format via project website.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Initial schedule, of size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period.

1. Submit a working digital copy of schedule labeled to comply with requirements for submittals.

C. Daily Construction Reports: Submit next business day.

D. Site Condition Reports: Submit at time of discovery of differing conditions.

E. Unusual Event Reports: Submit at time of unusual event.

1.04 COORDINATION

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

1.05 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Computer Scheduling Software: Prepare schedules using current version of a program that has been developed specifically to manage construction schedules.

B. Time Frame: Extend schedule from date established for the Notice to Proceed to date of Final Completion.

1. Contract completion date shall not be changed by submission of a schedule that shows a late completion date, unless specifically authorized by Change Order.

C. Activities: Comply with the following:

1. Activity Duration: Define activities so no activity is longer than 20 days, unless specifically allowed by Contracting Officer.

2. Substantial Completion: Indicate completion in advance of date established for Substantial Completion, and allow time for Government's administrative procedures necessary for certification of Substantial Completion.

3. Final Completion: Indicate completion in advance of date established for Final Completion, and allow time for Government's administrative procedures necessary for certification of

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Final Completion. Include not more than 30 days for completion of punch list items and Final Completion.

D. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: At monthly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities.

1. Revise schedule immediately after each meeting or other activity where revisions have been recognized or made. Issue updated schedule concurrently with the report of each such meeting.

2. As the Work progresses, indicate Final Completion percentage for each activity.

1.06 GANTT-CHART SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

A. Gantt-Chart Schedule: Submit a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal, Gantt-chart-type, Contractor's Construction Schedule within 30 days of date established for the Notice to Proceed.

B. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday of each week with a continuous vertical line.

1.07 REPORTS

A. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report recording the following information concerning events at Project site:

1. List of subcontractors at Project site.

2. List of separate contractors at Project site.

3. Approximate count of personnel at Project site.

4. Equipment at Project site.

5. Material deliveries.

6. High and low temperatures and general weather conditions, including presence of rain or snow.

7. Testing and inspection.

8. Accidents.

9. Meetings and significant decisions.

10. Unusual events.

11. Stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses.

12. Meter readings and similar recordings.

13. Emergency procedures.

14. Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction.

15. Change Orders received and implemented.

16. Construction Change Directives received and implemented.

17. Services connected and disconnected.

18. Equipment or system tests and startups.

19. Partial completions and occupancies.

20. Substantial Completions authorized.

B. Site Condition Reports: Immediately on discovery of a difference between site conditions and the Contract Documents, prepare and submit a detailed report. Submit with a Request for Information. Include a detailed description of the differing conditions, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

C. Unusual Event Reports: When an event of an unusual and significant nature occurs at Project site, whether or not related directly to the Work, prepare and submit a special report. List chain of events, persons participating, responses by Contractor's personnel, evaluation of results or effects, and similar pertinent information. Advise Owner in advance when these events are known or predictable.

1. Submit unusual event reports directly to Government within one day of an occurrence.

Distribute copies of report to parties affected by the occurrence.

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DOCUMENTATION

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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SECTION 014000

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Quality assurance submittals.

B. Mock-ups.

C. Control of installation.

D. Tolerances.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Design Data: Submit for Government's knowledge as contract administrator for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents, or for Government's information.

B. Certificates: When specified, submit certification by the manufacturer and Contractor or installation/application subcontractor to Government, in quantities specified for Product Data.

1. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

2. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product, but must be acceptable to Government.

C. Manufacturer's Instructions: When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, for the Government's information. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

D. Erection Drawings: Submit drawings for Government's benefit as contract administrator or for Government.

1. Submit for information for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

2. Data indicating inappropriate or unacceptable Work may be subject to action by

Government.

1.03 REFERENCES AND STANDARDS

A. For products and workmanship specified by reference to a document or documents not included in the Project Manual, also referred to as reference standards, comply with requirements of the standard, except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.

B. Conform to reference standard of date of issue current on date of Contract Documents, except where a specific date is established by applicable code.

C. Obtain copies of standards where required by product specification sections.

D. Should specified reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Government before proceeding.

E. Neither the contractual relationships, duties, or responsibilities of the parties in Contract nor those of Government shall be altered from the Contract Documents by mention or inference otherwise in any reference document.

1.04 TESTING AND INSPECTION AGENIES AND SERVICES

A. Contractor shall employ and pay for services of an independent testing agency to perform all specified testing including special inspections.

B. Employment of agency in no way relieves Contractor of obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

C. Contractor Employed Agency: Testing agency: Comply with requirements reference in each section.

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1.05 DELEGATED DESIGN SERVICES

A. Performance and Design Criteria: Where professional design services or certifications by a design professional are specifically required of Contractor by the Contract Documents, provide products and systems complying with specific performance and design criteria indicated.

1. If criteria indicated are not sufficient to perform services or certification required, submit a written request for additional information to Contracting Officer.

B. Delegated Design Services Statement: Submit a statement signed and sealed by the responsible design professional, for each product and system specifically assigned to Contractor to be designed or certified by a design professional, indicating that the products and systems are in compliance with performance and design criteria indicated. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing these services.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.

C. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from

Government before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

E. Have Work performed by persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.

F. Verify that field measurements are as indicated on shop drawings or as instructed by the manufacturer.

G. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion, and disfigurement.

3.02 MOCK-UPS

A. Assemble and erect specified items with specified attachment and anchorage devices, flashings, seals, and finishes.

B. Accepted mock-ups shall be a comparison standard for the remaining Work.

3.03 TOLERANCES

A. Monitor fabrication and installation tolerance control of products to produce acceptable Work.

Do not permit tolerances to accumulate.

B. Comply with manufacturers' tolerances. Should manufacturers' tolerances conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Government before proceeding.

C. Adjust products to appropriate dimensions; position before securing products in place.

3.04 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace Work or portions of the Work not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in the opinion of Government, it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, Government will direct an appropriate remedy or adjust payment.

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014200 - 1 DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

SECTION 014200

DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 1.1 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. All work shall be accomplished in strict accordance with OSHA and all other regulations, codes, and laws in effect at the time the work is performed for the location where it is to be performed.

B. All completed construction shall comply with OSHA, NFPA, Architectural Barriers Act (ABA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and local codes and regulations.

1.02 MEANS AND METHODS

A. Means and methods used in the performance of this Contract must be in accordance with all applicable Federal Acquisition Regulations in addition to OSHA regulations, 29 Code of Federal Regulations, acceptable industry practices as recognized by societies, associations, building codes, manufacturers’ specifications, and any applicable state safety and health requirements.

1.03 PERMITS

A. All permits required to support construction activities shall be obtained and paid for by the

Contractor.

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SECTION 015000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Dewatering.

B. Temporary erosion and sediment control.

C. Temporary fire protection.

D. Temporary utilities.

E. Temporary telecommunications services.

F. Temporary sanitary facilities.

G. Temporary Controls: Barriers, enclosures, and fencing.

H. Site access and right of way.

I. Waste removal.

J. Removal of utilities, facilities, and controls.

1.02 DEWATERING

A. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisidiction. Maintain Project site, excavations, and construction free of water.

B. Provide temporary means and methods for dewatering all temporary facilities and controls.

C. Maintain temporary facilities in operable condition.

D. Dispose of rainwater in a lawful manner that will not result in flooding Project or adjoining properties or endanger permanent Work or temporary facilities.

E. Remove snow and ice as required from construction areas to minimize accumulations.

1.03 TEMPORARY EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL

A. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Inspect, repair, and maintain erosion- and sedimentation-control measures during construction until permanent vegetation has been established.

C. Provide measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff and airborne dust to undisturbed areas and to adjacent properties and walkways.

1. Verify that flows of water redirected from construction areas or generated by construction activity do not enter or cross tree or plant protection zones.

2. Clean, repair, and restore adjoining properties and roads affected by erosion and sedimentation from Project site during the course of Project.

3. Remove erosion and sedimentation controls, and restore and stabilize areas disturbed during removal.

D. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction as required to comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination, pollution, or other undesirable effects.

1.04 TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION

A. Install and maintain temporary fire protection of types needed to protect against reasonably predicatable and controllable fire losses in accordance with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Smoking is prohibited in enclosed structures.

1.05 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. Maintain and restore all government roads, service areas, landscaping, and utilities used to pre-construction condition.

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B. Sanitary Sewer Service: Sanitary sewer service is not available at the project site.

C. Potable Water Service: Potable water service is not available at the project site.

D. Electric Power Service: Electric power service is not available at the project site.

E. Contractor shall provide and pay for all utilities required to perform the Work.

1.06 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

A. Provide, maintain, and pay for telecommunications services at time of project mobilization.

B. Services shall include, at a minimum, one cellular telephone.

1.07 SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Contractor may use existing Comfort Station located at the project site.

1.08 TEMPORARY CONTROLS: BARRIERS, ENCLOSURES, AND FENCING

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas, to prevent access to areas that could be hazardous to workers or the public and to protect adjacent properties from damage from construction operations.

B. Provide barricades required by governing authorities.

C. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site, and structures from damage.

D. Provide protection for plants designated to remain. Replace damaged plants with same species of equal size.

1.09 SITE ACCESS AND RIGHT OF WAY

A. The construction access limits on Government property will be established by the Government and provided to the Contractor at the preconstruction meeting. The Contractor shall be responsible for complying with these limits and governing all work accordingly.

B. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

C. The Contractor is reminded all materials, items, and equipment stored on Government property for the duration of the work is at the Contractors own risk. The Government is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property.

D. All bidders are reminded that they are responsible for contacting the local entity such as township, county, or state having jurisdiction in the project vicinity to insure bidders are aware of any requirements of the local entity. These requirements are between the entity and the bidder.

Load limits and other restrictions shall be obeyed.

E. Work scheduled on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal Holidays or other than normal working hours shall be requested three business days in advance and approved by the Government Contracting Officer.

1.10 WASTE REMOVAL

A. Provide waste removal facilities and services as required to maintain the site in clean and orderly condition.

B. Provide containers with lids. Remove trash from site periodically.

1.11 REMOVAL OF UTILITIES, FACILITIES, AND CONTROLS

A. Remove temporary utilities, equipment, and materials prior to Substantial Completion.

B. Restore existing facilities used during construction to original condition.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS

A. Silt Fence Fabric: Polypropylene geotextile resistant to common soil chemicals, mildew, and insects; non-biodegradable; in longest lengths possible; fabric including seams with the following minimum average roll lengths:

1. Average Opening Size: 30 U.S. Std. Sieve, maximum, when tested in accordance with

ASTM D4751.

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2. Permittivity: 0.05 sec^-1, minimum, when tested in accordance with ASTM D4491/D4491M.

3. Ultraviolet Resistance: Retaining at least 70 percent of tensile strength, when tested in accordance with ASTM D4355/D4355M after 500 hours exposure.

4. Tensile Strength: 100 pounds-force, minimum, in cross-machine direction; 124 pounds-force, minimum, in machine direction; when tested in accordance with ASTM D4632/D4632M.

5. Elongation: 15 to 30 percent, when tested in accordance with ASTM D4632/D4632M.

6. Tear Strength: 55 pounds-force, minimum, when tested in accordance with ASTM

D4533/D4533M.

7. Color: Manufacturer's standard.

B. Silt Fence Posts: One of the following, minimum 5 feet long:

1. Steel U- or T-section, with minimum mass of 1.33 pound per linear foot.

2. Softwood, 4 by 4 inches in cross section.

3. Hardwood, 2 by 2 inches in cross section.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Examine site and identify existing features that contribute to erosion resistance; maintain such existing features to greatest extent possible.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Schedule work so that soil surfaces are left exposed for the minimum amount of time.

3.03 SCOPE OF PREVENTIVE MEASURES

A. In all cases, if permanent erosion resistant measures have been installed temporary preventive measures are not required.

3.04 INSTALLATION

A. Silt Fences:

1. Store and handle fabric in accordance with ASTM D4873/D4873M.

2. Where slope gradient is less than 3:1 or barriers will be in place less than 6 months, use nominal 16 inch high barriers with minimum 36 inch long posts spaced at 6 feet maximum, with fabric embedded at least 4 inches in ground.

3. Where slope gradient is steeper than 3:1 or barriers will be in place over 6 months, use nominal 28 inch high barriers, minimum 48 inch long posts spaced at 6 feet maximum, with fabric embedded at least 6 inches in ground.

4. Where slope gradient is steeper than 3:1 and vertical height of slope between barriers is more than 20 feet, use nominal 32 inch high barriers with woven wire reinforcement and steel posts spaced at 4 feet maximum, with fabric embedded at least 6 inches in ground.

5. Install with top of fabric at nominal height and embedment as specified.

6. Do not splice fabric width; minimize splices in fabric length; splice at post only, overlapping at least 18 inches, with extra post.

7. Wherever runoff will flow around end of barrier or over the top, provide temporary splash pad or other outlet protection; at such outlets in the run of the barrier, make barrier not more than 12 inches high with post spacing not more than 4 feet.

3.05 MAINTENANCE

A. Inspect preventive measures weekly, within 24 hours after the end of any storm that produces

0.5 inches or more rainfall at the project site, and daily during prolonged rainfall.

B. Repair deficiencies immediately.

C. Silt Fences:

1. Promptly replace fabric that deteriorates unless need for fence has passed.

2. Remove silt deposits that exceed one-third of the height of the fence.

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