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Stony Point Campground – Electrical and Water System Improvements

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STONY POINT CAMPGROUD

ELECTRICAL AND WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS

Original Issuance: 09/06/2024

SECTION TITLE

011000 Summary 012700 Measurement and Payment 012800 Mobilization 013100 Project Management 013300 Submittals 014000 Quality Control 014100 Construction Surveying and Staking 014200 References 015000 Temporary Facilities and Traffic Control 017000 Execution 017700 Closeout Procedures 024119 Selective Demolition 033000 Cast-In-Place Concrete 034500 Pumphouse Building 221100 Water Distribution System 260500 Electrical Distribution & Basic Electrical 311100 Site Clearing 312000 Earth Moving 329200 Turf and Grasses 332100 Water Well Abandonment

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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Requirements of the Offeror’s Proposal.

3. Work covered by Contract Documents.

4. Phased construction.

5. Work under separate contracts.

6. Contractor's use of site and premises.

7. Coordination with occupants/Government occupancy.

8. Work restrictions.

9. Specification and Drawing conventions.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 015000 "Temporary Facilities and Traffic Control" for limitations and procedures governing temporary use of Owner's facilities.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification/Project Name: Stony Point Campground – Electrical and Water System Improvements

B. Project Location: The project is located approximately 4 miles east of the municipality of Walker, MN 56484 in the Chippewa National Forest, Walker Ranger District, in Cass County, MN.

C. Owner: Government or Owner refers to the USDA Forest Service.

1. Owner's Representative: The Federal Contracting Officer (CO) and his/her designated representative(s), as named in writing. Contracting Officer (CO) refers to the person assigned by the USDA Forest Service to administer the Contract. Soon after Contract award, the Contracting Officer will designate a Contracting Officers Representative (COR).

1.3 REQUIREMENTS OF THE OFFEROR’S PROPOSAL

A. The Government DRAWINGS and SPECIFICATIONS are the basis for this Contract.

B. Those products listed in the SPECIFICATIONS are preferred products, chosen for compatibility, longevity, durability and quality. Equal or better alternatives submitted by the OFFERER will be considered but must be approved by the CO/COR prior to use in the

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Project. Bidders are cautioned to bid the Project as designed, as assumed equal or better alternatives may not be accepted by the Government and the selected Contractor will be required to complete the Work as specified.

1.4 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of the Project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of the following:

1. Mobilization to site, construction surveying and staking, quality control including sampling and testing, erosion control, traffic control and protection of the public users and other occupants of the Recreation Area for the duration of the contract.

2. Selective demolition/removals, tree/vegetation clearing and grubbing, excavation, dewatering as required and as approved.

3. Construction of complete new electric and water systems including, but not limited to, all wiring, gear, minor structures, piping, fixtures, signage/labeling, and site restoration work.

4. Perform all testing, system shut-down, system start-up/commissioning, and training of FS personnel on system operation.

5. Furnish Operation and Maintenance Manuals for both electrical and water systems to the Owner.

6. Other work indicated in the Contract Documents.

B. Type of Contract:

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

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. See the solicitation or contract document for the allowable Period of Performance. (Assumed to be during the 2025 or 2026 construction season.)

At the time of contract award the Contractor shall indicate the year of planned performance. All work under this contract shall be completed during the period of August through October 2025 or August through October 2026.

The intent is that the Stony Point Campground visitor season will be shortened to accommodate work under this contract in either 2025 or 2026. The Campground will be closed for the season around the beginning of August 2025 or 2026. The Campground will be opened as normal for the visitor season in May of the following year (2026 or 2027).

Once started, the Contractor’s operations shall be conducted continuously until the Work is completed. All work shall be completed by October 31st of the Contractor’s selected performance year. The systems shall be fully tested and operational by this date.

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After the completion of the work and successful testing, the new systems shall be shut down for the winter of the performance year. The Contractor shall schedule this shutdown work with the COR to allow training of FS staff in the shutdown procedures as this work is performed.

Around May 1st of the year following construction, the Contractor shall perform the startup of the new systems. The Contractor shall coordinate and schedule this startup work with the COR to allow training of FS staff in the startup procedures as this work is performed.

Note: Construction of the new pumphouse building may be completed while the campground is open, prior to the August through October performance window. All other ground disturbing activities must be completed during the campground closure period.

B. Before commencing operations, submit a copy of the Contractor's construction schedule showing the sequence, and commencement/completion dates for all portions of the Work.

1.6 WORK UNDER SEPARATE CONTRACTS / GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS

A. General: Cooperate fully with separate Government contractors, concessionaires, volunteers and employees so that all other work performed to operate the Stony Point Campground may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying Work under this Contract or other contracts. Coordinate the work of this contract with work performed by others.

1.7 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. The Government will conduct a pre-construction survey with the Contractor to review and document the existing project conditions prior to construction.

B. Restricted Use of Site: Contractor shall have limited use of Project site for construction operations as indicated on Drawings by the Contract limits and as indicated by requirements of this Section.

C. Limits on Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to areas within the Contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limited space on the premises is available for the Contractor's storage and related activities, as staked by the Government. Schedule deliveries to minimize on-site storage of material and equipment.

2. Existing materials and equipment that are removed as part of the construction operations, and that are not reused or salvaged as Government property, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be promptly removed from the site.

D. Condition of Existing Grounds: Maintain portions of existing grounds, landscaping, and hardscaping affected by construction operations throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations to same as pre-construction condition.

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1.8 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS/GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

A. Partial Owner Occupancy: The Owner will occupy the premises during entire construction period. Cooperate and coordinate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and disruption and facilitate usage by the Owner. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Owner's operations. Maintain existing accesses and exits at all times, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Owner Limited Occupancy of Completed Areas of Construction: Owner reserves the right to occupy and to place and install equipment in completed portions of the Work, prior to Substantial Completion of the Work, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. Such placement of equipment and limited occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1.9 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets, work on public streets, rights of way, and other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in all project areas to normal business working hours of 8 a.m.

to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.

1. No work is permitted on weekends or Federal Government Holidays without written authorization from the Government.

C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after providing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Owner not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Obtain Owner's written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

D. Noise, Vibration, Dust, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, dust, odors, or other disruption to Owner occupancy or nearby neighbors with Owner.

1. Notify Owner not less than two days in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain Owner's written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

E. Smoking and Controlled Substance Restrictions: Use of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, and other controlled substances is not permitted on the Project site. Use of any type of marijuana on federal property is illegal.

1.10 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

A. Division 00 Contracting Requirements: General provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, apply to all Sections of the Specifications.

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B. Division 01 General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 01 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011000

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SECTION 012700 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings entitled “Stony Point Campground – Electrical and Water System Improvements” and applicable provisions of the Solicitation/Contract including but not limited to: Section B - Schedule of Items (and associated Schedule of Values), Section C - Statement of Work, Section G - Contract Administration Data/Invoices and Payments and Section I - Contract Clauses.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes:

1. Measurement and payment criteria applicable to the work performed.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and process Applications for Payment.

3. Defect assessment and non-payment for rejected work.

4. General description of work included under each pay item.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) System: All invoices are to be submitted via the electronic IPP System. The contractor must follow the instructions on how to register and submit invoices via IPP as prescribed in communications from USDA and Treasury. This is a mandatory requirement initiated by the U.S. Department of Treasury and you can find more information at this website https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm. Ensure your company has registered at https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollmentvendors.htm to establish your account. Offeror must have an established account prior to commencement of work.

2. Certified Payrolls: Certified payrolls for construction work must be submitted to the CO/COR for review at regular intervals as work progresses. At least one week prior to Contractor requesting payment via IPP, all certified payrolls related to the subject pay request work must have been received by the CO/COR. Incomplete or inaccurate payroll submittal will result in rejection of the IPP invoice. Contractor and all subcontractors, through the contractor, shall furnish all certified payrolls covering payments to laborers and mechanics for on-site work. Payroll hourly rates and fringe benefits must be in accordance with the established Wage Determination for the project.

1.3 AUTHORITY

A. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will take all measurements and compute quantities accordingly.

1.4 MEASUREMENT OF QUANTITIES

A. Linear Measurement: Measured by the linear dimension, (i.e. LF = lineal foot), at the item centerline or mean chord. Measurement will be made to the nearest given linear unit.

B. Each: Measured by the number of individual items of work completed.

https://www.ipp.gov/index.htm https://www.ipp.gov/vendors/enrollmentvendors.htm

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C. Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ): These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the Contract, including all necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

D. Actual Quantities (AQ): These quantities denote completed units of work, as described in the Contract, including all necessary materials, equipment, and labor, to complete the job. They will be measured in the field.

E. Designed Quantities (DQ) - These quantities denote the final number of units to be paid for under the terms of the contract. They are based upon the original design data available prior to advertising the project. Original design data include the preliminary survey information, design assumptions, calculations, drawings, and the presentation in the contract. Changes in the quantity of units SHOWN in the SCHEDULE OF ITEMS may be authorized under any of the following conditions:

1. As a result of changes in the work authorized by the Contracting Officer.

2. As a result of the Contracting Officer determining that errors exist in the original design data used to determine designed quantities, which cause a pay item to change by 15 percent or more.

3. As a result of the Contractor submitting to the Contracting Officer a written request showing evidence of errors in the original design data used to determine design quantities that cause a pay item total to change by 15 percent or more. The evidence must be verifiable and consist of calculations, drawings, or other data that show how the designed quantity is believed to be in error.

1.5 PAYMENT

A. Pay Request Documentation from Contractor: Contractor must submit the following documentation to the CO/COR for review and approval at least seven (7) days prior to requesting a payment via IPP.

1. All Certified Payroll forms from the general contractor (including payrolls from all sub-contractors) for work covered by the pay request.

2. Written Quality Control testing results if applicable to items in the payment request.

B. Payment Includes: Full compensation for all required labor, products, tools, equipment, plant, transportation, services, and incidentals; erection, application, or installation of an item of the Work; overhead and profit.

1. "Incidentals" are to be considered as an additional obligation to the other work required for the item(s). Incidental work is not payable directly, but is to be considered included in the contract price for the item(s) of work specified.

2. All work not specifically identified as a separate bid item is "Incidental".

C. The accepted quantities will be paid for at the contract unit price for each item as shown in the Schedule of Items.

D. Payment will not be made for any of the following:

1. Products or construction placed beyond the lines and levels of the required work.

2. Products or construction determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

4. Products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.

5. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

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1.6 DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS

The following information describes generally what items of work are included in each bid item. The work in each item includes, but is not limited to, the items listed. See individual specification sections and the drawings for more detailed information.

A. PAY ITEM 1 - MOBILIZATION:

1. Description of work: Mobilization/Demobilization of all labor, equipment, materials, and supplies to/from the project site.

2. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

B. PAY ITEM 2 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Description of work: Including, but not limited to: Construction Surveying and Staking;

Contractor Sampling and Testing; Materials Submittal; Temporary Erosion Control;

Temporary Facilities and Traffic Control; Closeout Procedures to include Record Drawings Submittal; Operation & Maintenance Manuals; System Shutdown/Startup/Training of FS Staff; Final Cleaning.

2. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

C. PAY ITEM 3 – PUMPHOUSE BUILDING:

1. Description of work: All work required to construct the shell of a new stick-framed pumphouse. Including, but not limited to: Site preparation and construction of the building pad, construction of the concrete slab and CMU curb, coordinating delivery and installation of all materials, quality control of work performed, coordination of shop drawings and submittals.

2. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

D. PAY ITEM 4 - ELECTRIC SYSTEM REPLACEMENT:

1. Description of work: All work required to construct the improvements to the campground electrical system. Including, but not limited to: Coordination with Government and Power providing utility; Field verification of existing electrical infrastructure to remain; Removal and disposal of existing electrical infrastructure to be replaced; Clearing and grubbing;

Trenching/boring; Installation of conductors and gear; Connections to utility power;

Connections to existing electrical components to remain; Miscellaneous wiring and connections; Installation and wiring of fixtures and equipment in the new pumphouse building; Inspection of work; Testing of all completed work; Finish grading, soil stabilization, and restoration of disturbed areas.

E. PAY ITEM 5 - WATER SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS:

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1. Description of work: All work required to construct the improvements to the campground water system. Including, but not limited to: Coordination with Government; Field verification of existing water infrastructure to remain; Removal and disposal of existing water infrastructure to be replaced; Clearing and grubbing; Trenching/boring; Installation of piping and gear; Connections to existing water components to remain; Miscellaneous plumbing and connections; Installation of all gear within in the new pumphouse building;

Testing of all completed work; Finish grading, soil stabilization, and restoration of disturbed areas.

2. Measurement: Lump Sum (LSQ)

F. PAY ITEM 6 – WELLHOUSE DEMO & WATER WELL ABANDONMENT

1. Description of work: All work required to demolish an existing wellhouse and abandon an existing water well. Including, but not limited to: Demolition and complete removal of old wellhouse plumbing and structure including slab, legal disposal off-site of all materials unless indicated to be salvaged or reinstalled, Well abandonment according to the requirements of AWWA A100 and the Minnesota Department of Health.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 012700

MOBILIZATION 012800 - 1

SECTION 012800 - MOBILIZATION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This work consists of performing all on- and off-site activities necessary to accomplish the work in conformance with the contract requirements. It includes moving personnel, equipment, material, and incidentals to and from the project site; obtaining permits, insurance, and bonds (if required); administrative tasks related to the contract such as submittals, requests for payment, coordination, etc.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Method of Measurement will be by Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ).

B. The maximum Mobilization bid price shall not exceed ten percent (10%) of the total base bid contract price or optional bid contract price (not including Mobilization).

C. Progress Payments for Mobilization will be in accordance with the following schedule:

1. The cost of premiums paid for performance and payment bonds are considered incidental to Mobilization and will not be paid for separately. Payment for bond premiums will be in accordance with FAR Clause 52.232-5, Payments under Fixed-Price Construction Contracts, after receipt of the evidence of payment.

2. 50 percent of the prorated lump sum, not to exceed 5 percent of the original contract amount may be paid following completion of work valuing 5 percent of the original contract amount (not including mobilization).

3. 100 percent of the prorated lump sum, not to exceed 10 percent of the original contract amount may be paid following completion of work valuing 10 percent of the original contract amount (not including mobilization).

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 012800

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

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SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes certain administrative provisions for managing and coordinating construction operations.

1.2 GENERAL PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

1.3 CONSERVATION

A. Use best management practices for the conservation of energy, water and materials during construction operations.

1.4 EROSION CONTROL AND SPILL REMEDIATION

Submit the following plan documents in accordance with paragraph 1.7 in this section:

A. Site Safety Plan: The Contractor shall develop a safety plan for mitigating hazards on the job site, responding to accidents and/or injuries, and preventing persons without an active role on this project from entering project work areas. The plan shall include site safety topics such as emergency medical facilities, first responder contacts, first aid supplies, fencing, message tape, cones, signs, etc. The plan shall specify which Contractor personnel will be responsible for overseeing site safety, including interacting with non-project persons, maintaining the site safety items, and updating the site safety plan as required as conditions change.

B. Erosion Control Plan: The Contractor shall develop a plan to minimize site erosion from construction activities, to prevent sediment from entering wetlands or waters of the United States.

C. Spill Remediation Plan: The Contractor shall develop a plan for containment of hazardous materials and unplanned spills in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

1.5 ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL

A. In addition to meeting the requirements of FAR 52.236-6 for an on-site Project Superintendent, the Contractor shall provide other administrative and supervisory personnel as required for performance of the Work.

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1.6 CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

A. Pre-construction Conference: The Contracting Officer (CO) or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will schedule a pre-construction conference before starting construction at a time and place agreeable and convenient to both the Contractor and Government and will review responsibilities and personnel assignments in accordance with FAR 52.236-26

B. Progress Meetings: Progress meetings at the Project Site shall be conducted at regular intervals.

Dates of meetings shall be coordinated with preparation of the payment request in accordance with FAR 52.232-5.

1. Agenda: Include topics for discussion as appropriate to the status of the Project. Include review of the Contractor's Construction Schedule and of the present and future needs of each entity present.

2. Schedule Updating: If the progress of the work falls behind the approved Contractor’s Construction Schedule, the Contractor shall submit a supplementary schedule for approval by the Contracting Officer in accordance with FAR 52.236-15. The COR will keep the Contractor informed of any scheduled events that may impact the contractor’s work schedule. It is imperative that the Contractor provide an accurate Work Schedule to the COR. The Contractor shall update the Work Schedule whenever the current Work Schedule is not accurate.

1.7 SUBMITTALS

A. Site Safety, Erosion Control, and Spill Remediation Plans shall be submitted within 5 calendar days after Notice to Proceed.

B. Staff Names: Within 5 calendar days after Notice to Proceed, submit a list of principal staff assignments, including the Superintendent and other primary personnel. Identify individuals by name, authority on the contract, duties and responsibilities, home address, and business/cell and home (in case of emergencies after hours) telephone numbers. Post copies of this list in the temporary field office (if present).

C. Construction Work Schedule shall be submitted as directed in FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Prior to installations, require the installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed.

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B. Construction in Progress: Keep construction in progress, adjoining materials in place, and clean during handling and installation. Apply protective enclosures or coverings for protection from damage or deterioration.

C. Completed Construction: Clean completed construction and provide maintenance to prevent damage, soiling or other deterioration through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to assure operability without damage.

D. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to prevent exposure of any part of construction, completed or in progress, to harmful, dangerous, damaging or otherwise deleterious conditions during the construction period.

END OF SECTION 013100

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SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section and FAR 52.236-21 include requirements for Shop Drawings, as defined by FAR

52.236-21 and Designs. Shop drawings and Designs may include drawings, specifications, diagrams, layouts, schematics, descriptive literature, illustrations, calculations, schedules, performance, and test data furnished by the Contractor to explain in detail specific portions of the work required by the Contract.

B. This section includes requirements for Samples. Samples may include mailed samples, field samples or mock-ups of full-size physical examples erected on-site or elsewhere.

C. This section includes requirements for Product Data. Product Data includes manufacturer's standard catalogs, manuals, pamphlets and other printed materials, and includes but is not limited to the following: product specifications and installation instructions, color charts and catalog cuts, rough-in diagrams and templates, wiring diagrams, performance curves, operational range diagrams, mill reports, test reports, shop drawings and code approvals.

D. This section includes other quality assurance submittals such as certifications of compliance or conformance, manufacturer's instructions and field reports, and mix designs.

1.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities and with the schedule.

1. Allow 15 calendar days each for submittal review, corrections following the initial review and re-submittal review before activities scheduled after the submittal approval.

2. Incomplete submittals will be returned to the Contractor with no further review. Delays due to incomplete or rejected submittals will not be excused and no compensation in the form of monetary or time will be provided to the Contractor.

3. When the Contractor desires to submit for approval a product for an “approved equal”, the Contractor MUST provide documentation of the original specified product and the Contractor proposed product in a side-by-side comparison, such as a table, which clearly demonstrates the Contractor proposed product meets or exceeds the originally specified product. If this product comparison is not done the first time it is submitted, the proposed product will be rejected, and the Contractor will be required to provide the specified product. The Government is not obligated to review a re-submittal for a rejected product.

4. Submittal Transmittal: Transmit each submittal from the Contractor to the Government by use of one transmittal form per submittal. Transmittal format to be approved by CO, and shall include the following information on the transmittal form.

a. Project name and Forest Service contract number.

b. Date.

c. Name, address and telephone number of firm or entity that prepared the submittal

d. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier, etc. as applicable.

e. Category and description of submittal.

f. Section of Specifications or Drawing sheet number the Submittal is representing.

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g. Certification by Contractor stating that submittal complies with the Contract, or statement of deviations from the requirements of the Contract.

h. Signature of transmitter.

i. Space to record Contractor's review and approval markings, and for Government response.

5. Submit 3 hardcopies of each submittal to the COR for review unless otherwise stated. One copy will be returned to the Contractor and two copies will be retained, one for the COR and one for the Inspector. Alternatively, the CO/COR may allow submittals to be made electronically using printed/scanned notes and signatures OR secure electronic notes and signatures.

1.3 SHOP DRAWINGS AND DESIGNS

A. Submit originally prepared information, drawn accurately to scale. If vendor catalog sheets are used as the basis of the submission, they must be clearly marked as to the options and features that will be provided for this specific project.

B. Submittals: Submit three blue-line or black-line prints of each drawing submittal. One print will be marked with action taken and returned. Distribution: When submittal is approved, the Contractor shall prepare and submit three final copies.

C. Shop drawings shall be done in AutoCAD format. Upon final approval the drawings shall be sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

D. Specifications shall be done in Microsoft Word format and a copy sent on a thumb drive or via email to the COR.

1.4 PRODUCT DATA

A. Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each system or element of construction. The

Contractor shall mark each copy to show specific product choices and options applicable to the project. Product Data shall include the following information, where applicable:

1. Manufacturer's printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing standards.

4. Applicability of testing agency labels and seals.

5. Notation of dimensions verified for fit by field measurements.

6. Notation of coordination requirements.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Prior to submittal of complete Product Data, submit a preliminary single copy of that part of Product Data when selection of options is required, such as for color charts. Preliminary submittal will be returned, with selection noted, for the Contractor's use in subsequent submittals.

C. Submittal: Unless otherwise indicated, submit 3 copies of each Product Data submittal. Two copies will be retained, and the remaining copy will be marked with action taken and returned.

The COR may allow electronic copies to be transmitted in lieu of hard copies.

D. Material and Product substitution shall be in accordance with FAR 52.211-6 and Section 013300-1.2.A.3.

1.5 SAMPLES

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A. Submit full-size, fully fabricated samples, cured and finished in the manner specified.

Samples shall be physically identical to the material or product proposed for use.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Where color, pattern, texture or similar characteristics are to be selected from a manufacturer's range of standard choices, submit a preliminary single set sample of available choices when required by the CO.

1.6 OTHER QUALITY ASSURANCE SUBMITTALS

A. Submit other quality assurance submittals in compliance with requirements in the individual specification sections.

1.7 REVIEW ACTION ON SUBMITTALS

A. Except for submittals for the record or for information or for another purpose where no action and return is required, the Government will review submittals and mark returned copies to indicate action taken within a maximum time period of 15 calendar days.

B. Submittals that do not contain an appropriate marking of approval by the Government shall not be used for construction.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not applicable)

END OF SECTION 013300

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SECTION 014000 - QUALITY CONTROL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section, FAR 52.246-1 Contractor Inspection Requirements and FAR 52.246-12 Inspection of Construction, include requirements for Contractor quality control services used to verify quality assurance requirements specified elsewhere in the Contract.

B. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent tests.

C. This section includes requirements for quality control services such as soil density compaction, concrete mix and strength testing, sewer line pressure tests, and soil material tests per State of Wisconsin Requirements as they apply to the work being performed.

D. The quality control services include tests and related actions, including reports, performed by the Contractor, independent testing agencies or governing authorities.

1.2 QUALIFICATIONS OF INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCIES

A. A qualified independent testing Agency shall be an accredited entity engaged to perform tests or inspections, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those tests or inspections.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Reports: The Contractor shall submit a certified written report, in duplicate (or electronic format), of each test, inspection or other quality control service to the Government.

B. Written reports shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making the test or inspection.

6. Designation of the work and test method.

7. Identifications of product and specification section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with

Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting.

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1.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Work under this section will be considered incidental to Pay Item 2 – Mound Soil Treatment System. It shall not be measured nor paid separately.

1.5 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor Responsibilities: The Contractor shall provide for tests, inspections and other quality control services where specified in the Contract or when required by authorities having jurisdiction. Costs for these services are included in the Contract price. The Contractor shall maintain complete inspection records and make them available to the Government.

B. The Contractor shall employ and pay for a qualified independent testing agency (Agency) to perform the quality control services.

C. Retesting: The Contractor is responsible for retesting, including repeated inspections and other services, where results of the initial tests, inspections or other quality control services indicate noncompliance with the requirements of the Contract.

D. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with others performing required tests, inspections and other quality control services, shall provide access to the work, and shall furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate inspections and tests.

E. Take adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing or assist the Agency in taking samples.

1. Deliver samples to testing laboratories.

2. Provide security and protection of samples and test equipment at the Project site.

F. The Agency shall provide qualified personnel to perform required inspections and tests.

G. The Agency shall notify the Government and the Contractor of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of their services.

H. The Agency is not authorized to change requirements of the Contract or approve or accept any portion of the Work. The Agency shall not perform any duties of the Contractor.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

END OF SECTION 014000

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SECTION 014100 – CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING AND STAKING

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This work consists of performing surveying, staking, calculating, and recording data for the control of work. See FAR Clause 52.236-17 Layout of Work.

B. The Contractor shall provide technically qualified survey personnel experienced in construction survey and staking. Survey personnel shall be capable of performing the work in a timely and accurate manner.

C. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent survey work for quality assurance purposes.

D. One benchmark point will be made available by the Government to the Contractor prior to the start of construction. Reformatting and additional calculations may be required by the Contractor for the convenient use of the Government-furnished data. Provide immediate notification of apparent errors in the initial staking or in the Government-furnished data.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Include staking activities in the construction schedule. Include the dates and sequence of each staking activity.

B. Submit as-staked data and corrections made to the Government-furnished survey data.

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Work under this section will be considered incidental to Pay Items 2 – General Requirements.

It shall not be measured nor paid separately.

1.4 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The Contractor is responsible for all survey work and construction staking associated with this project.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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A. The Contractor shall provide a survey crew supervisor on the project whenever surveying and staking is in progress.

B. The Contractor shall furnish survey instruments and supporting equipment capable of achieving the specified tolerances.

C. The Contractor shall furnish acceptable tools and supplies of the type and quality suitable for project survey work. Furnish stakes and hubs of sufficient length to provide a solid set in the ground with sufficient surface area above ground for necessary legible and durable markings.

D. Record survey and measurement field data in an approved format. Submit as-staked data and corrections made to the Government-furnished survey data. Field data and supporting documentation become the property of the Government upon completion of the work.

E. Discuss and coordinate the following with the CO/COR before surveying or staking:

1. Surveying and staking methods;

2. Stake marking;

3. Grade control for courses of material;

4. Referencing;

5. Structure control;

6. Field staking data;

7. Localization of the GPS systems to the Government-established control points; and

8. Other procedures and controls necessary for the work.

F. Preserve initial reference and control points. Notify the CO/COR of missing control points and/or apparent errors in control points at least 10 calendar days before beginning construction.

The Government will reestablish control points missing before the beginning of construction.

G. Acceptance of the construction staking does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for correcting errors discovered during the work and for bearing additional costs associated with the error.

H. Maintain legibility of stake markings for the duration of the project or until notified in writing the stakes are no longer needed. Replace stakes if necessary, to ensure markings are maintained.

I. Remove and dispose of flagging, paint, lath, stakes, and other staking material after the project is complete.

3.2 SURVEY AND STAKING REQUIREMENTS

A. Perform survey, staking, recording of data, and calculations as necessary to construct the project from the initial layout to final completion. Survey and set stakes to the tolerances in Table - B.1.

Reset stakes, refine 3D data, or both as many times as necessary to construct the work.

1. Control Points. Relocate initial horizontal and vertical control points in conflict with construction to areas that will not be disturbed by construction operations. Furnish the coordinates, elevations, and supporting documentation for the relocated points before the initial points are disturbed. Set durable monuments for survey control that uniquely identify the points.

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2. Centerline of utility establishment. Establish or reestablish centerline at utility alignments and structures as necessary to construct the work. Reestablish the centerline when construction survey and staking work does not meet the tolerances.

3. Original ground topographic verification. Use an approved method to regenerate utility profile data in areas where theoretical and actual ground elevations do not meet a tolerance of plus or minus 0.5 feet. Retake existing ground and feature shots as necessary to verify existing ground topography to mapping. Submit profile or 3D data in electronic and printed format for approval.

4. Clearing Limits. Set clearing limits in accordance with the site layout drawings on both sides of utility centerline, around structures based on structure depth and safe OSHA trenching slopes and at the toe of slope for fills. Any deviation from the planned clearing limits must be reviewed and approved by the CO/COR prior to any tree removal.

5. Grade-finishing stakes. Set grade-finishing stakes for grade elevations and horizontal alignment, on centerline and on each edge at road, parking and sidewalk locations. Set stakes at the top of subgrade and the top of each aggregate course. Reset grade finishing stakes as many times as necessary to construct the subgrade and each aggregate course.

Set grade-finishing stakes in the bottom of ditches or drainage swales to be restored.

6. Miscellaneous survey and staking. Survey and stake other work (such as utilities, and excavation limits for structures) to the proper location and required tolerances. Propose staking increments for approval by the CO/COR when not specified.

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B. CONSTRUCTION SURVEYING AND STAKING TOLERANCES TABLE:

Table -B.1 Construction Survey and Staking Tolerances (1)

Staking Phase Horizontal Vertical

Control points set from existing Government control points

±0.03 feet (±10 millimeters)

±0.01 feet × N

(±3 millimeters × N )(2)

Mapping, topography, and cross-section points

±0.16 feet (±50 millimeters)

±0.16 feet (±50 millimeters)

Utility centerline points (3) including sewer line (PC), (PT), (POT),(POC), and references

±0.16 feet (±50 millimeters)

±0.03 feet (±10 millimeters)

Slope-stake and slope-stake references (4) ±0.16 feet (±50 millimeters)

±0.16 feet ±50 millimeters)

Culverts, ditches, drainage swales and minor drainage structures stakes.

±0.16 feet (±50 millimeters)

±0.06 feet (±20 millimeters)

Curb and gutter, sidewalk and other hard-scaping stakes.

±0.06 feet (±20 millimeters)

±0.03 feet (±10 millimeters)

Structure stakes including septic tanks, lift stations, manholes and septic mound pipe systems.

±0.03 feet (±10 millimeters)

±0.03 feet (±10 millimeters)

Clearing and grubbing limit stakes. ±1.00 feet (±300 millimeters)

Roadway subgrade and finish grade stakes.

±0.16 feet (±50 millimeters)

±0.03 feet (±10 millimeters)

(1) At statistical 95 percent confidence level. Tolerances are relative to existing Government control points.

(2) N is the number of instrument setups.

(3) Centerline points: PC - point of curve, PT - point of tangent, POT - point on tangent, POC - point on curve.

(4) Take the cross-sections normal to the centerline ±1 degree.

END OF SECTION 014100

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SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. General Explanation: Specification language often includes terms that are defined elsewhere in the Contract including the Construction Clauses. Certain terms are defined in this section.

These definitions or explanations are not necessarily complete or exclusive, but are general for the Work and may be explained more explicitly in other sections.

B. "General Conditions" refer collectively to the Construction Contract Clauses, Labor Standards and the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Decision bound into the specifications.

C. "Indicated" refers to graphic representations, notes or schedules on the Drawings, or to requirements elsewhere in the Specifications or other Contract Documents. Terms such as "shown", "noted", "scheduled" and "specified" have the same meaning as "indicated" and are used to further help locate the reference, but no limitation on location is intended except as specifically stated.

D. Where "directed", "authorized", "selected", "approved", or a similar term is used in conjunction with the Contractor's submittals, applications, requests and other activities, and the specifications state that an individual other than the Contracting Officer (CO) shall provide this action, it is understood that only the CO has this authority unless the individual stated is so authorized in writing by the CO.

1. When the individual is so authorized by the CO, the Contractor may still appeal the action to the CO.

2. The CO’s decision will be final.

3. In no case shall the CO action be interpreted as releasing the Contractor from responsibility to fulfill the requirements of the Contract.

E. "Regulations" include 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. "Project site" refers to the space available to the Contractor for performance of the Work, either exclusively or in conjunction with others performing other work.

G. "Furnish" means to supply and deliver to the Project site, ready for unpacking, assembling, installation and similar operations.

H. "Install" describes operations at the Project site, including unloading, temporary storage, unpacking, assembling, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations.

I. "Provide" means to furnish and install, complete in place and ready for full use.

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J. "Cutting" refers to removal of material by cutting, sawing, drilling, coring, breaking, chipping, grinding, excavating and similar operations.

K. "Patching" refers to restoration of a surface to its original completed condition by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing and similar operations.

L. "Installer" is the Contractor or another entity engaged by the Contractor, either directly or indirectly through subcontracting, to perform a particular construction operation at the Project site, including installation, erection, application and similar operations. Installers shall be skilled in the operations they perform.

M. "Testing agency" or "testing laboratory" is an independent entity engaged to perform specific inspections or tests, either at the Project site or elsewhere, and to report the results of those inspections and tests.

N. "Notice to Proceed" is the CO’s notification by letter to the Contractor to proceed with the Contract, activating the time period for construction and establishing the completion date.

1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS

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

B. Codes: The Work shall be performed in compliance with the latest editions of the following codes: IMC, NEC, IBC and IPC.

C. Authority and Jurisdiction: The Federal government is sovereign and is not subject to the requirements of lower governments (state, county, local, etc.). However, for the purposes of this contract, the Federal government, independent from lower government regulations, is choosing to require that the Work conforms to lower government requirements as follows:

1. All Electrical work on this contract shall comply with the Technical requirements of the Minnesota Electrical Code in Minnesota Rules, chapter 1315, AS THEY APPLY TO THE NATURE OF THIS WORK. (Compliance with the Administrative rules of the Minnesota Electrical Code is NOT required.)

2. All Electrical work shall be PERFORMED by persons currently licensed by the State of Minnesota to perform such work.

3. All Electrical work shall be INSPECTED by persons currently licensed by the State of Minnesota to inspect such work. The cost of this inspection is the responsibility of the Contractor and is considered incidental to the related work item. The Federal government can not and will not make any separate payment for such inspection.

4. All Plumbing and Pipelaying work shall be PERFORMED by persons currently licensed by the State of Minnesota to perform such work.

D. Safety: All work under this contract shall comply with the following safety requirements:

1. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA);

a. Standard 1926 – Safety and Regulations for Construction.

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b. Other OSHA standards as they apply to work under this contract

2. Forest Service Health and Safety Code Handbook, FSH 6709.11 available at 6709.11 - Contents | US Forest Service (usda.gov). https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/regulations-policies/handbook/670911-contents.

E. Conflicting Requirements. Where compliance with two or more…