W911SA-16-B-0006_Attachment_3_-_Specifications_Updated_12-23-15.pdf

SPECIFICATIONS

CONSTRUCT NEW

PADS AND REPAIR

EXISTING PADS AT THE

COMMEMORATIVE

AREA EQUIPMENT

PARK

FORT MCCOY, WISCONSIN

DRAWING NO: 47-018-1140

December 2015 Repair/Construct New Equipment Park Pads

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SECTION 00002

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1

Section 01000 General Requirements Section 01007 Industry Standard

Abbreviations and Codes Section 01019 Contract Considerations Section 01300 Submittals Section 01400 Special Safety Requirements

DIVISION 2

Section 02310 Base Course Section 02348 Geotextile Fabric Type C Section 02923 Landscape Preparation Section 02925 Sod Section 02930 Seeding, Maintained Areas

DIVISION 7

Section 07650 Flashing and Waterproofing

APPENDIX

Appendix A Detailed Construction

Requirements

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01000

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY OF THE WORK

A. GENERAL

1. Repair and Construction of Equipment Park Pads at Fort McCoy Commemorative Area Equipment Park. Reference Detailed Pad Construction Requirements are in Appendix A Detailed Construction Requirements

B. REMOVAL WORK: Remove all items indicated on the drawings and in the specifications and dispose of off Post at the Contractor’s expense including but not limited to:

1. Excess excavated materials

2. Unusable materials, railroad ties, posts, etc.

C. NEW WORK: Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, transportation, and supervision necessary to perform the work under this contract including but not limited to:

1. Construct new equipment pads, post/chain and signage.

2. Repair of existing pads, post/chain and signage

3. Grounds restoration and sod.

4. New railroad ties. These ties shall be of the Oak species and be of post grade.

Ties are not to have plates, gang nails or nail plates on the tie ends. Submit a sample railroad tie for approval of color, quality and style.

5. New 4” x 4” composite post per requirements in Appendix A Detailed Construction Requirements. Submit a sample and product data of composite post and post cap indicating the color, style, and quality, for approval.

6. New stainless steel eye screws and quick link of a size to match the hardware on the existing pads on each post so that the plastic chain can be attached to them.

Submit product sample of these eye screws and quick links for approval.

D. REPAIR WORK: Contractor shall repair any damages caused by this construction, including but not limited to;

1. Repair any existing construction which is damaged.

2. Repair any landscaping including trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass.

3. Repair vehicle ruts. Level the ruts, place topsoil, and seed the disturbed areas according to the specifications.

1.02 BUILDINGS – NOT APPLICALE

1.03 ABBREVIATIONS

A. “KO” = Contracting Officer.

B. “COR” = Contracting Officer’s Representative.

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C. Industry Standard Abbreviations - See Section 01007.

1.04 TEMPORARY UTILITIES AND FACILITIES

A. General: This section is intended to include temporary utilities and temporary construction facilities to be provided by the Contractor unless otherwise stated below.

B. Temporary Electrical:

1. Temporary electricity is not available on this site.

C. Temporary heating, cooling, and ventilation

1. Furnish, install, and maintain all temporary systems and equipment required to maintain specified or required environmental conditions during the progress of the work. Remove upon completion of work at the expense of the Contractor.

2. Government provided electricity will not be used for heating.

D. Temporary Telephone Service

1. If the Contractor requires phone service for this project, the Contractor must contact the phone company business office:

Century Telephone 205 5th Avenue LaCrosse, Wisconsin 54601

(800) 872-4017

2. The Contractor shall pay for all telephone installation, maintenance, removal, and usage charges.

3. The Contractor is responsible for providing and paying for any and all subcontractor’s calls.

4. Existing telephones owned or rented by the Government will not be used by the Contractor under any circumstances.

E. Temporary Water

1. Water for construction purposes is available from an existing water connection in the building scheduled for work to be performed. Capacity is estimated to be not less than 10 GPM at 45 psi. Water is city water quality and contains sodium hypochlorite.

2. The Contractor shall furnish anti-siphon and backflow prevention devices on all temporary water connections. Proof of certification is required.

3. Contractor shall not cause water to be wasted or left running when not in use.

Leaks will be repaired immediately. Freeze protection shall be provided by the contractor.

4. The water used will be furnished by the Government.

F. Temporary Sanitary Facilities

1. Existing sanitary facilities in Government building(s) will not be used by the Contractor’s personnel.

2. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing and paying for temporary toilet and sanitary facilities. The Contractor shall pay rental fees and cleaning charges and shall remove the facilities when the project is completed.

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3. The COR or Construction Inspector shall approve the site location for all temporary sanitary facilities.

4. Contractor shall maintain all such facilities used in a clean and sanitary condition.

G. Temporary Enclosures - NA

H. Barriers and Fences

1. Contractor shall provide, install, maintain, and remove suitable barriers to prevent public entry and to protect the work site.

2. Such barriers shall be erected to provide a safety barrier around such portions of the project that could cause injury or destruction of property and to provide general security for the affected project site.

3. Materials to be used are at the Contractor’s option and expense.

I. Security

1. The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment to protect the project site from theft and vandalism.

2. Storage of construction materials is at the risk of the Contractor.

J. Access Roads and Parking Areas

1. Contractor’s private vehicles shall be parked at locations designated by the COR.

2. All construction vehicles and Contractor’s private vehicles will be parked in an orderly manner at all times and will not block normal traffic in the area. Private vehicles belonging to the contract personnel will be parked in designated parking areas and in no case on grass areas, adjacent to buildings, or along streets.

K. Access and General Protection/Security Policy and Procedures

1. The contractor and all associated subcontractors’ employees shall provide all information required for background checks to meet installation access requirements to be accomplished by Director of Emergency Services or Security Office. Contractor workforce must comply with all personal identity verification requirements (FAR clause 52.204-9, Personal Identity Verification of Contractor Personnel) as directed by DOD, HQDA and /or local policy. The contractor and all associated subcontractors’ employees shall also comply with adjudication standards and procedures using the National Crime Screening Database (TSDB) (Army Directive 2014-05/AR 190-13), applicable installation, facility and area commander installation /facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative). In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract, should the Force Protection Condition (FPCON) at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may require changes in contractor security matters or processes. The Government may require monthly participation in the Installation Random Antiterrorism Program.

L. Traffic Work - NA

M. Waste Reporting

1. The Army has established the requirement for a 50% minimum diversion rate by weight of C&D waste from landfill disposal. In order to achieve those results the Contractor shall submit a solid waste management plan as a required submittal

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2. The Contractor shall submit reports to the Contracting Officer quantifying the total pounds of hazardous, universal, recycled, and non-regulated waste disposed of during the duration of the contract. Contractor shall also submit material(s) disposal location(s).

3. Reporting shall be specific to the month in which waste was disposed of and separated per waste type for Fort McCoy’s reporting requirements.

4. Reporting for recycled waste shall also be specific to how much revenue the Contractor received for each type of recycled material.

N. Refuse Disposal and Recycling

1. Provide all solid waste disposal associated with this contract, including but not limited to the container delivery, removal, and disposal fees. Items included under this section are all solid wastes as defined by Wisconsin State Statute

289.01 (33). These items shall be disposed in a licensed sanitary landfill or recycling center in accordance with State of Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter NR500 series.

2. The Contractor is allowed to use Fort McCoy recycling facilities for concrete, mixed paper, plastics (PETE#1 and HDPE#2), asphalt, cardboard, trees/woody waste, metals, and aluminum cans. If materials are recycled at Fort McCoy, provide all labor and delivery to the designated recycling facilities. Materials shall be weighed and weigh slips provided to the COR to receive credit toward the 50% requirement in “Waste Reporting” above. Materials not weighed can be delivered to the designated recycling facilities, but the material will not count toward the 50% waste reporting requirement.

3. Provide for the recycling of all other construction/demolition debris including drywall, lumber, reinforcing steel, piping, wiring, brick, plaster, wall board, roofing material, insulation, plumbing fixtures, doors, and windows to the greatest extent possible . Only utilize licensed recycling facilities.

4. Provide a certificate of recycling for universal waste as defined in Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter NR600.

N. Material Sales

1. Materials shall not be stockpiled for sale purposes on Post.

2. Public advertised sales of materials will not be permitted on Post.

3. Prior arranged sale of materials may be permitted on Post.

1.05 QUALITY CONTROL

A. The Contractor is responsible for quality control and shall establish and maintain an effective quality control system in compliance with the Contract Clause titled “Inspection of Construction.” The Contractor Quality Control (CQC) Plan shall include, as a minimum, the following to cover all construction operations, both onsite and offsite, including work by subcontractors, fabricators, suppliers, and shall be keyed to the proposed construction sequence. The plan shall identify personnel, procedures, control, 01000 - 5 instructions, tests, records, and forms to be used. The site project superintendent is responsible for the quality of work on the job and is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with the quality requirements specified in the contract.

B. This project is located within the Fort McCoy Commemorative Area. Quality of workmanship and materials is of the highest importance.

1.06 APPLICABLE STANDARDS, GUIDES AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. References are made in these specifications to published codes, standards, and specifications of manufacturers’ societies, associations, and other standards. All referenced documents are included in this specification as if written in their entirety.

B. Where referenced documents are not specified by date, the latest edition published as of the bid or proposal request date shall apply.

1.07 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS – NOT APPLICABLE

1.08 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Contractor shall insure that any items which are stored at the site prior to installation are stored in an environment that will not cause rusting, warping, staining, or any physical breakage or damage.

B. All labor and equipment required for loading, unloading, transporting, and moving materials shall be provided by the Contractor.

C. Storage buildings will not be provided by the Government.

1.09 TRAILERS OR STORAGE BUILDINGS, INCLUDING OFFICE TRAILERS

A. Trailers or storage buildings will be permitted, where space is available, subject to the approval of the COR.

B. The trailers or buildings shall be in good condition, free from visible damage, rust, and deterioration, and meet all applicable safety requirements. Trailers shall be roadworthy and comply with all appropriate State and local vehicle requirements. Failure to maintain storage trailers or buildings to these standards shall result in the removal of non-complying units at the Contractor's expense.

C. A sign not smaller than 2-feet by 2-feet shall be conspicuously placed on the trailer depicting the company name, business phone number, and emergency phone number.

D. Trailers shall be anchored to resist high winds and must meet applicable state and local standards for anchoring mobile trailers.

E. Provide metal or fiberglass skirting completely around office trailers within 30 days after placement of the trailer on the lot and after being approved by the COR.

F. Grass and weeds shall be cut weekly or as needed to a height not to exceed three inches.

Trash shall be picked up and disposed of properly on a daily basis.

G. The Contractor shall be responsible for the installation and removal of all temporary utility connections at no cost to the Government.

1.10 STORAGE SITE

A. All stored materials shall be neatly stacked at all times.

B. Trash shall be picked up and properly disposed of on a daily basis.

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C. Grass and weeds shall be cut on a regular basis to a height not to exceed three inches. In Cantonment, uncut height shall not exceed 6 inches. Outside Cantonment, uncut height shall not exceed 12 inches.

D. Welding equipment shall be handled and stored in accordance with applicable regulations.

E. Fire extinguishers shall be provided where flammable liquids are stored.

1.11 SCHEDULING AND COORDINATING WORK

A. Contractor shall submit the proposed construction schedule, in accordance with the FAR clause entitled schedule for construction contracts. Attached to the construction schedule shall be a horizontal bar chart with a separate line for each major portion of work, identifying the first work day of each week. Distribute copies of the approved schedule to the project site file, subcontractors, suppliers, and other concerned parties.

1. The Contractor shall at the Pre-construction Conference or if no Pre-con is held, within 20 calendar days of award, prepare and submit their schedule in the form of a Gantt Chart for approval. This schedule shall show at a minimum critical path, float, owner of float, milestones, baseline, elements of work, and duration of each significant element of work. The submitted schedule shall be approved prior to beginning work.

2. The Contractor shall maintain the original schedule/Gantt Chart throughout the life of the project and show actual schedule achievement in tandem with the original schedule and shall update the approved schedule bi-weekly to display time gained or lost against the original schedule. If in the opinion of the Contracting Officer the Contractor falls behind the approved schedule, the Contractor shall take steps necessary to improve progress, including those steps that may be required by the Contracting Officer, without additional cost to the Government. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to increase the number of shifts, overtime operations, days of work, and/or the amount of construction plant, and to submit for approval any supplementary schedule or schedules in chart form as the Contracting Officer deems necessary to demonstrate how the approved increased effort shall regain the original schedule of progress. FAR 52.236-15

B. The Contractor shall be specifically responsible for the coordination of all phases of work under this contract within the approved construction schedule.

C. The Contractor may be required to allow Government personnel or other Contractors to carry out work within the work site. Such work will be scheduled and coordinated through the COR.

D. The Contractor shall provide a phone number and address where a key, and/or approval, to enter may be obtained for the work sites during the work day for times when the Contractor may not be at the work site.

E. The Contractor shall provide 10 working days notice for any utility outage. Outages shall be shown on the schedule provided. Emergency utility outages shall be reviewed by the Contracting Officer/Inspector prior to utility outage. Expenses/damages caused by unscheduled or unapproved utility outages shall be chargeable to the Contractor.

1.12 WARRANTIES

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A. All materials and workmanship shall be warranted by the Contractor for a period of not less than one year from the date of final acceptance by the Government, except when longer warranties are required from the Contractor as stated in each specification section.

B. For products and materials that are normally warranted by the manufacturer or supplier for more than one year, the Contractor shall provide the Government with a written warranty, or certification, indicating the manufacturer’s or supplier’s terms and conditions of the warranty.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 EXISTING MATERIALS

A. Materials to be demolished: All materials identified to be demolished and removed from the existing facilities shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to remove completely from Fort McCoy.

B. Existing materials may only be reused/relocated as specifically allowed per the contract drawings and specifications.

2.02 NEW MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

A. Materials and equipment shall be essentially the standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of those products, shall meet the requirements of the specification, and shall essentially duplicate material and equipment that have been in satisfactory use.

B. All materials shall be of the latest type or model currently being produced by the manufacturer.

C. Seconds or otherwise substandard materials will not be allowed.

2.03 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

A. Plastic chain.

B. “Do Not Climb” signs

C. Equipment Identification Signs

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 INSPECTION

A. The Contractor shall not begin successive phases of work until an inspection has been completed and the work is accepted by the COR. Notify the COR 48 hours prior to completing a phase requiring inspection.

1. Any work that will be covered by successive work must be inspected prior to performing successive work.

2. Work to be covered includes, but is not limited to, underground utilities, utilities located behind walls, and work located below finish floors.

B. When the contractor considers the work complete, submit written certification confirming:

1. Contract documents have been reviewed.

2. Project submittals have been completed.

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3. Work has been inspected by the Contractor for compliance with the contract.

4. Equipment and systems have been tested, balanced, and adjusted for proper operations.

5. Work is complete and ready for final inspection.

6. Contractor shall provide a requested date for punch list inspection to the Contracting Officer, in writing, not less than 7 working days prior to the proposed date of inspection. Punch list inspections shall be scheduled and conducted to ensure compliance with the contract completion date.

C. The COR will coordinate with the members of the inspection party and establish the punch list inspection date.

1. Should the COR consider the work incomplete or defective, a written punch list will be provided to the Contractor from the Contracting Officer.

2. The Contractor will be given 10 calendar days, unless otherwise determined by the Contracting Officer, to remedy the stated deficiencies.

3. The Contractor shall provide a second written certification and request re-inspection to be scheduled not later than the 10 calendar days, unless otherwise determined by the Contracting Officer. This re-inspection shall also be completed during the contract performance period to be in accordance with the contract.

4. If any further re-inspections are required the Contractor may be charged the additional cost of the inspections.

5. Final acceptance of the work occurs upon the Contracting Officer’s acceptance of the work subsequent to successful final inspection by the COR and receipt of all contract requirements.

6. If final acceptance does not occur prior to the contract completion date, liquidated damages may be applicable in accordance with the liquidated damaged clause.

D. If the Government requires beneficial occupancy of the facility prior to completion of the work by the Contractor, an inspection shall be conducted by the COR to determine the completed work, and either accept or document any work not complete. The Contractor will then complete the remaining work and correct any deficiencies.

3.02 TRANSITION FROM EXISTING TO NEW WORK

A. When new work abuts or finishes flush with existing work, make a smooth transition.

Patched work shall match existing adjacent work in texture and appearance.

B. When finished surfaces are cut in such a way that a smooth transition with new work is not possible, terminate existing surface along a straight line at a natural line of division and provide trim appropriate to the finished surface.

3.03 OPERATING TESTS – NOT APPLICABLE

3.04 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS

A. Invasive Species

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1. Contractor shall document the washing of equipment prior to arrival on Fort McCoy and upon departure from the work site to control the spread of invasive species. Spotted knapweed, crown vetch, and garlic mustard are documented to be in, adjacent, or near the work site. Any fill material transported to the work site shall be free of invasive weeds and/or seeds to the greatest extent practical.

3.05 CLEANING

A. During Construction:

1. The Contractor shall at all times keep the work area, including storage areas, free from accumulations of waste materials. The Contractor shall ensure all affected areas are “broom clean” at the end of each work day. Before completing the work, the Contractor shall remove from the work and premises, any rubbish, tools, scaffolding, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the government. Upon completing the work, the Contractor shall leave the work area in a fully cleaned, neat, and orderly condition, satisfactory to the Contracting Officer. FAR 52.236-12.

B. Dust Control

1. Schedule operations so that dust and other contaminants resulting from the cleaning process will not fall on wet or newly-coated surfaces.

2. The amount of dust resulting from demolition shall be controlled to prevent the spread of dust and to avoid creation of a nuisance in the surrounding areas. The use of water will not be permitted when it will create or result in hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice, flooding, and pollution.

C. Final Cleaning

1. Final cleaning shall be performed and completed prior to punch list inspection.

2. Clean interior and exterior surfaces exposed to view.

a. Remove temporary labels, stains, and foreign substances.

b. Polish transparent and glossy surfaces.

c. Vacuum carpeted and soft surfaces. Mop floors.

d. Wash windows and dust walls and trim.

e. Clean equipment and fixtures to a sanitary condition.

f. Clean or replace filters of mechanical equipment.

g. Clean roofs, gutters, downspouts, and drainage systems.

3. Clean project site.

a. Sweep paved areas.

b. Rake clean other surfaces.

4. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the project and from the site.

3.06 RECORD AND ASBUILT DRAWINGS – NOT USED

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SECTION 01007

INDUSTRY STANDARD ABBREVIATIONS AND CODES

PART 1 GENERAL

A. INDUSTRY STANDARD

1. Organizations and/or published documents representing Industry Standards are referred to throughout the Project Specifications by the following abbreviations.

2. Names are believed to be accurate and up-to-date as of the date of the Contract Documents but are subject to change.

B. APPLICABLE CODES

1. The Ft McCoy Army installation has adopted the Wisconsin Administrative Code (WAC) as the primary building code.

a. The following web link provides an index on each specific construction disciplines codes presently adopted and enforced by DPW. The code as published on the date the contract is awarded shall be enforced.

https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/code/prefaces/toc

2. All state and local codes shall also apply.

3. Where ever there is a conflict between code models, the primary code (WAC) shall govern.

C. ABBREVIATIONS

1. Abbreviations used throughout the Specifications and the organization or document represented are:

AA Aluminum Association

AAMA Architectural Aluminum Manufacturer’s Association

AAN American Association of Nurserymen

AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

ACI American Concrete Institute

AGA American Gas Association

AI Asphalt Institute

AISC American Institute of Steel Construction

AISI American Iron and Steel Institute

ANSI American National Standards Institute

ARI Air-conditioning Refrigerant Institute

ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers

ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers

ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

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AVATI Asphalt and Vinyl Asbestos Tile Institute

AWI Architectural Woodwork Institute

AWS American Welding Society

AWPA American Wood Preservers Association

AWPB American Wood Preservers Bureau

AWPI American Wood Preservers Institute

AWWA American Water Works Association

CRSI Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute

CS Commercial Standards of U.S. Department of Standards

EIA Electronic Industries Alliance

EPA Environmental Protection Agency

EWA Engineered Wood Association (formerly APA)

FGJA Flat Glass Jobbers Association

FM Factory Mutual

FRP Fiber Reinforced Plastic

FS Federal Specifications

GA Gypsum Association

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers

MSS Manufacturer’s Standardization Society

NAAMM National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers

NBS National Bureau of Standards

NBFU National Bureau of Fire Underwriters

NCMA National Concrete Masonry Association

NEC National Electric Code

NECA National Electrical Contractors Association

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

NFPA National Fire Protection Association

NFPA National Forest Products Association

NPC National Plumbing Code

NRCA National Roofing Contractors Association

NRMCA National Ready Mixed Concrete Association

NWMA National Woodwork Manufacturing Association

NWAHHA National Warm Air Heating and Air Conditioning Association

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration

PCA Portland Cement Association

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PPI Plastic Pipe Institute

PS Product Standard of NBS

SMACNA Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association

SPIB Southern Pine Inspection Bureau

SSPC Steel Structures Painting Council

TIA Telecommunications Industry Association

UL Underwriters Laboratories

USAS United States of American Standards (formerly ASA)

WCLIB West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau

WDNR Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources

WWPA Western Wood Products Association (WPA and WCLA)

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

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SECTION 01019

CONTRACT CONSIDERATIONS

PART 1 SCOPE

1.01 This is a contract to repair or construct new equipment park pads.

1.02 Periods of performance will include mobilization time and will be as follows:

Repair Equipment Park Pad 7 calendar days

Construct New Equipment Park Pad 7 calendar days

1.03 All work must be completed within the months of May to August.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 Bid Schedule Line Items

A. 0001, Protection (lineal feet): Establish a set-off pedestrian barrier around the work site and then removing this barrier upon completion of the work by the government. Payment will be per lineal feet of required barrier.

B. 0002, Existing Pad Repair (square feet): Work would involve disassembling an existing equipment pad, replacing its components (e.g., fabric barrier, washed limestone gravel, railroad ties and/or pad posts and pad signage) and then reassembling said pad to the government’s specifications as defined in this contract (e.g., gravel, pad posts, railroad ties, signage, etc.). Work includes the transport of equipment and materials to the work site and the removal of all equipment and materials (including the removal of gravel, railroad ties, pad posts, and other un-useable debris). Payment will be by square feet of pad measured from the outside corners of the pad.

C. 0003, New Pad Construction (square feet): Work would involve assembling a new equipment pad (e.g., fabric barrier, washed limestone gravel, railroad ties, pad posts and pad signage) in accordance to the government’s specifications as defined in this contract. Work includes the transport of equipment and materials to the work site and the removal of all equipment and materials (including the removal of gravel, railroad ties, pad posts, and other un-useable debris).

Payment will be on square feet of pad measured by outside corners the pad.

D. 0004, Extension to Existing Pad (square feet): Work would involve extending an existing equipment pad in accordance to the government’s specifications as defined in this contract. This work will only be included with CLIN 0002, Existing Pad Repair. Work includes additional materials required to extend the pad from its original size (e.g., gravel, railroad ties, etc.). Payment will be on square feet of added pad measured by outside corners of the addition.

E. 0005, Grounds Repair/Seed (square yards): Work would involve repairing (fill and seed) and areas damaged due to pad repair or construction. Payment will be on square yards of area designated by government for Grounds Repair/Seed.

F. 0006, Grounds Repair/Sod (square yards): Work would involve repairing (fill and seed) and areas damaged due to pad repair or construction. Payment will be on square yards of area designated by government for Grounds Repair/Sod.

G. 0007, Sod (square yards): Work would involve installing sod in areas as specified by the government. Payment will be in square yards of identified area.

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H. 0008, Washed limestone Gravel (cubic yard): Work would involved placing gravel on existing pads. Payment will be in cubic yards of gravel.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 Payment will be based on quantities identified on the task order.

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SECTION 01300

SUBMITTALS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUBMITTALS

The following paragraphs indicate the requirements for submittals by the Contractor. All items listed in the Schedule of Material Submittals shall be submitted in accordance with the following paragraphs.

A. At all times the Contractor remains responsible for ensuring that the work is performed in strict accordance with the contract requirements. The fact that a non-conforming submittal may be accepted and inadvertently approved by the Government does not, in any way, relieve the Contractor of this responsibility.

Approval by the Contracting Officer shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for any errors or omissions in the submittals, nor from the responsibility of complying with the requirements of the contract, unless the variations have been described and approved in strict accordance with the procedures set forth in the Code of Federal Regulations, 48CFR 52.236-21, Specifications and Drawings for Construction clause, paragraph (f).

B. Definitions

1. Submittal - General term that includes any item that is required to be provided by the Contractor to the Government to identify product descriptive literature, drawings, sketches, and schematics that indicate and show a fabrication or installation method or technique; or any other model or sample of actual items or methods to include product data sheets, shop drawings, or samples.

2. Product Data - Descriptive literature or data that describes the physical properties of a product or material item that the Contractor intends to use in doing the work. Such descriptive data should enable the Contracting Officer to verify that the intended item meets the necessary requirements of the specifications.

3. Shop Drawings - A sketch, drawing, or schematic that is prepared by or for the Contractor that illustrates or shows how certain products or material items will be assembled, installed, interconnected, or fabricated for this contract.

4. Sample - An actual piece of material, product, or equipment that the Contractor intends to furnish, use, or install on the project.

1.02 PRODUCT DATA

A. Preparation:

1. Clearly mark each copy to identify pertinent products or models.

2. Show performance characteristics and capacities.

3. Show dimensions and clearances required.

4. Show wiring or piping diagrams and controls.

5. Show any other information requested in the specification sections.

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B. Modify drawings and diagrams to delete information that is not applicable to the work.

C. Supplement standard information to provide information specifically applicable to the work.

1.03 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Drawings shall be presented in a clear and thorough manner.

B. Details shall be identified by reference to sheet, detail, schedule, and room numbers shown on the project drawings.

1.04 SAMPLES

A. Product samples shall be of sufficient size and quantity, unless a size is specified, to clearly illustrate:

1. Functional characteristics of the product with integrally related parts and attachment devices.

2. Full range of color, texture, and pattern.

B. Field samples and mock-ups:

1. Fabricate each sample and mock-up complete and finished.

1.05 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Review shop drawings, product data and samples prior to submission. All submittals shall be made through and approved by the General Contractor.

Submittals will not be accepted directly from sub-contractors.

B. Determine and verify:

1. Field measurement.

2. Field construction criteria.

3. Catalog numbers and similar data.

4. Conformance with specifications.

C. Coordinate each submittal with the requirements of the work and of the Contract Documents.

1.06 SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A. Make submittals promptly in accordance with the approved schedule in such sequence as to cause no delay in the work or in the work of any contractor.

B. Number of submittals required:

1. Shop Drawings: The Contractor shall submit complete shop drawings to demonstrate compliance with the contract drawings. The shop drawings shall include complete details for the installation of the work. Submit one copy of shop drawings.

2. Product Data: Contractor shall receive approval by the COR on each submittal item prior to ordering or installing each item. Submit one copy of product data.

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3. Samples: Submit the number stated in each specification section.

Samples submitted will not be returned to the Contractor for incorporation into the project. Samples retained by the Government will be used for comparison of materials installed on site.

4. All submittals shall be sent directly to DPW either electronically (preferred method) or in paper copy, but not both. Please do not duplicate as this will cause for delays in the turnaround time of your submittals. There will be a box at the main entrance desk in Building 2171 for submittals. Electronic submissions shall be sent to:

usarmy.mccoy.imcom-northeast.mail.dpw-inspections@mail.mil .

C. Submittals shall contain:

1. Transmittal cover sheet, ENG FORM 4025-R, Mar 2012.

2. The date of submission and the dates of any previous submissions.

3. The project title and number.

4. Contract identification.

5. The names of:

a. Contractor.

b. Supplier.

c. Manufacturer.

6. Identification of the product with the specification section number.

7. Field dimensions, clearly identified as such.

8. Applicable standards such as ASTM or Federal Specification numbers.

9. Identification of deviations from Contract Documents.

10. Identification of revisions on re-submittals.

D. Resubmission Requirements:

1. Make any corrections or changes in the submittals required by the COR and resubmit until approved.

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SECTION 01300

SCHEDULE OF MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

A. To be submitted 20 calendar days or sooner after the Notice to Proceed is issued.

B. To be submitted 20 days or sooner after installation or completion of the work.

C. To be submitted at the Pre-Construction Conference.

D. To be submitted 14 days before Final Inspection.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Fort McCoy, WI

PROJECT NUMBER

FILE#

ITEM

NO.

SECTION, PARA

NO, LETTER

DESCRIPTION OF

MATERIAL

DATE

REQ

DATE

APPR

DATE

DISAPPR

SUBMIT

NO.

1. 01000, 1.01 C4 Sample: Railroad Tie A

2. 01000, 1.01 C5 Product Data: Composite Post and Cap

A

3. 01000, 1.01 C5 Sample: Composite Post and Cap

A

4. 01000, 1.01 C6 Sample: Metal Eye Screw A

5. 01000, 1.01 C6 Sample: Quick Link A

6. 01000, 1.11 A Construction Schedule A

7. 01000, 1.12 A, B Material Warranties D

8. 01400, 1.03 A 1 Accident Prevention Plan A

9. 02310, 1.03 A Sample: Gravel A

10. 02348, 1.02 A Product Data: Geotextile Fabric

A

11. 02925, 1.02 A Manufacturer’s Certificate:

Sod

A

12. 07650, 1.03 A Product Data: Flexible Flashing

A

PART 2 PRODUCTS—NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION—NOT USED

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SECTION 01400

SPECIAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This section provides guidelines for the preparation of accident prevention plans and the implementation of the accident prevention clause which is this specification, Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) clause 52.236-13, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1. The required Safety Plan shall be developed using Appendix A of the latest edition of the EM-385-1-1.

B. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual, EM 385-1-1 is available from Government bookstores operated by the Government Printing Office. Government bookstores are located in most major cities including Milwaukee, Chicago, Kansas City, Denver, and Pueblo, Colorado. An electronic copy of the EM 385-1-1 is available at:

http://www.usace.army.mil/SafetyandOccupationalHealth/SafetyandHealthRequi rementsManual.aspx

1.02 PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. A preconstruction conference will be scheduled prior to beginning of site work at which time the Contracting Officer will review and discuss requirements relative to planning and administration of the overall safety program.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01300 Submittal Procedures:

1. Accident Prevention Plan

1.04 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN

A. Shall be developed by a qualified person.

B. Shall be job specific.

C. Shall interface with the contractor’s overall safety and health program.

D. Shall meet the minimum basic requirements of an Accident Prevention Plan found in Appendix A of the latest edition of the EM 385-1-1.

1.05 OBJECTS AFFECTING NAVIGABLE AIRSPACE

A. FAA notification is required IAW CFR 14 part 77, Objects Affecting Navigable Airspace for the following:

1. Definition of Construction /Objects

a. Any object of natural growth, terrain, of permanent or temporary construction or alteration, including equipment or materials used therein, and apparatus of a permanent or temporary character.

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b. Any alteration of any permanent or temporary existing structure by a change in its height (including appurtenances, or lateral dimensions, including equipment or materials used therein.

2. Any construction/object or alteration of more than 200 feet in height above the ground level at its site.

3. Any construction/object or alteration of greater height than an imaginary surface extending outward and upward at the following slopes:

a. 100 to 1 for a horizontal distance of 50,000 feet from the nearest point of the nearest runway of each airport with at least one runway more than 3,200 feet in actual length, excluding heliports.

b. 50 to 1 for a horizontal distance of 10,000 feet from the nearest point of the nearest runway of each airport with at least one runway more than 3,200 feet in actual length, excluding heliports.

c. 25 to 1 for a horizontal distance of 5,000 feet from the nearest point of the nearest landing and takeoff area of each heliport (helipad).

4. Notification to the Airfield is required in addition to FAA notification of any object of permanent or temporary construction or alteration, including equipment or materials used therein:

a. Greater than 25 feet in open areas (open areas are defined as an area that does not contain other objects within 300 feet).

b. 50 feet in all other areas.

5. Objects shall be marked/lighted when greater that the above criteria as follows:

a. A red beacon for nighttime (or inclement weather conditions)

b. Either a beacon or checkered flag for daytime.

6. Objects lowered below the above criteria during nighttime shall only require marking.

PART 2 PRODUCTS – NOT USED

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SUMMARY

A. All work performed under this contract is subject to the safety requirements found in the latest edition of the EM 385-1-1, and OSHA 1926/1910 CFR.

B. At all times during performance of this contract and until the work is completed and accepted, the Contractor shall directly superintend the work or assign and have on the work a competent superintendent who is satisfactory to the Contracting Officer and has authority to act for the Contractor. FAR clause 52.236-6 as incorporated by reference in the basic contract.

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SECTION 02310

IN-PLACE BASE COURSE MATERIAL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 WORK INCLUDED

A. Provide and install base course material, compact and grade.

1.02 REFERENCED STANDARDS

AASHTO T27: Sieve Analysis of Aggregates.

ASSHTO T96: Los Angeles Abrasion of Coarse Aggregates.

AASHTO T104: Soundness of Aggregate.

ASTM D4318: Test Method for Liquid Limit, Plastic Limit, and Plasticity Index of Soils.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Samples.

1. Open graded base course aggregates.

1.04 STOCKPILES

A. Stockpile locations shall be coordinated with the COR if the Contractor requires them.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 BASE COURSE AGGREGATES

A. Aggregates shall conform to the following gradation when tested IAW AASHTO T27 and ASTM D1140.

Percentage by Weight Passing Sieve Size ¾” Open Graded 1 ¼ inch --- 1 inch 90-100 ¾ inch --- 3/8 inch 45-65 No. 4 15-45 No. 10 0-20 No. 40 0-10 No. 200 0-5

B. Aggregates shall consist of hard durable particle of crushed stone or gravel. Aggregate shall be free of organic material, shale, and clay lumps.

C. The aggregate shall have a percentage of wear of not more than 50, as determined by ASSHTO Designation: T96.

D. The aggregates shall have a liquid limit of not more than 25 and a plasticity index of not more than 6 IAW ASTM D4318.

E. When the fraction of the aggregates retained on the No. 4 sieve is subjected to five cycles of the sodium sulfate soundness test, AASHTO T104, the weighted loss shall not exceed 18 percent by weight.

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F. At least 58 percent, by count, of the number of particles of aggregate retained on the No. 4 sieve shall have at least one fractured face.

2.02 GEOTEXTILE STABILIZATION FABRIC

A. Geotextile Stabilization Fabric shall meet the requirements of Section 02348.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 BASE COURSE MATERIAL—OPEN GRADED

A. Provide material meeting requirements of paragraph 2.01.

B. Place new base course in 6 inch lifts. Grade and compact to required elevation.

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SECTION 02348

GEOTEXTILE STABILIZATION FABRIC

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Provide and install Geotextile Stabilization Fabric Type C under the aggregate base course material as shown on the plans.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit fabric product data.

1.03 STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Store and handle fabric in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 GEOTEXTILE STABILIZATION FABRIC

A. Fabric shall be a woven polypropylene, polyethylene, or polyamide material with very high installation survivability whose function is to provide subgrade reinforcing.

B. Provide fabric with the following performance and in-service properties (properties shall be in both principal fabric directions where applicable):

Property Value Type C Test

Weight 6 oz/yd^2 (min.) ASTM D3776

Grab Tensile Strength 205 lb (min) ASTM D4632

Minimum Apparent Breaking Elongation ----- ASTM D4632

Puncture Strength 70 lb (min.) ASTM D4833

Maximum Apparent Opening Size No. 50 (max.) ASTM D4751

Permittivity 0.12 s^(-1) (min.) ASTM D4491

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 FABRIC INSTALLATION

A. Install fabric as shown and in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. Areas to be covered by fabric shall be cleared of debris and other items which could tear or puncture material. Roll out fabric on surface and manually pull taut to remove wrinkles.

C. If lapping of fabric is required, minimum overlap shall be 2 ft on parallel strips and 3 ft on butt strips. Overlaps may be eliminated if fabric sections are either

02348 - 2 factory or field sewn. Seam strength shall be at least 80% of fabric tensile strength.

D. After placement, make provisions to prevent lifting or movement of fabric by wind. Repair or replace torn or punctured fabric in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions; no extra compensation will be allowed. Cover fabric within 48 hr of placement.

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SECTION 02923

LANDSCAPE PREPARATION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SCOPE

A. Install and prepare topsoil for finish landscaping in areas disturbed by construction activities.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Salvage Topsoil—Existing organic soil to be removed from construction site prior to commencing construction.

B. Stockpile Topsoil—Place salvaged topsoil in stockpile and use to finish grade prior to landscaping. Stockpile shall be shaped to shed water and be located where it will not be contaminated by construction activities.

C. Import Topsoil—Fertile, agricultural soil, typical for locality, capable of sustaining vigorous plant growth, taken from a drained site. Soil shall be free of subsoil, clay or impurities, plants, weeds, invasive species, and roots. The pH value shall be between 5.4 and 7.0.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIAL

A. In Cantonment area, around buildings in maintained areas:

1. Mixture of Salvage Topsoil and Import Topsoil

B. In Cantonment area, adjacent to natural areas not maintained weekly:

1. Salvage Topsoil from project site only

C. Outside of Cantonment area, in natural areas such as ranges and prairies and other areas not maintained weekly:

1. Salvage Topsoil from project site only

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify all underground work and backfilling has been completed and inspected.

B. Verify subgrade or subbase has been compacted and properly contoured.

3.02 SUBGRADE PREPARATION

A. Eliminate uneven areas and low spots.

B. Remove debris, roots, branches, and stones in excess of 1/2 inch in size.

Remove subgrade material contaminated with petroleum products. Remove all excess material from project site.

C. Scarify subgrade to depth of 3 inches where topsoil is scheduled. Scarify areas where equipment used for hauling and spreading topsoil has compacted the subgrade.

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3.03 PLACING TOPSOIL

A. Place topsoil in areas of seeding to a nominal depth of 4 inches. Place topsoil during dry weather.

B. Fine grade topsoil eliminating rough or low areas. Maintain profiles and contours of subgrade.

C. Remove roots, weeds, rocks, and foreign material while spreading.

D. Manually spread topsoil close to trees, plants, buildings, and paving to prevent damage.

E. Stockpile area and project site shall be left clean, raked and ready to receive landscaping.

3.04 TOLERANCES

A. Place topsoil within ½ inch of finish grade elevation.

3.05 PROTECTION

A. Protect landscaping and other features remaining as final work.

B. Protect existing structures, sidewalks, utilities, paving, and curbs.

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SECTION 02925

SODDING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SCOPE

A. Section Includes:

1. Sod installation.

2. Maintenance.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Manufacturer's Certificate: Certify that sod is weed-free.

1.03 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver sod on pallets or in rolls. Protect exposed roots from dehydration.

B. Do not deliver more sod than can be laid within 24 hours.

1.04 MAINTENANCE SERVICE

A. Maintain sodded areas immediately after placement until grass is well established and exhibits vigorous growing condition.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 SOD

A. Sod shall have a lush appearance, be dense, have a uniform texture, and be bright in color throughout.

B. Sod shall not contain blade widths of ¼ inch or greater.

C. Sod shall be weed-free and contain no more than 3/8 inch of thatch over the base soil.

D. Sod shall be a mix of at least 4 fine-leafed turf grasses. At least 2/3 of the grasses by weight, as determined by initial seeding proportions, shall consist of improved/elite type Kentucky bluegrass varieties.

2.02 HARVESTING SOD

A. Cut sod when grass is approximately 2 inches long. If longer, cut the grass to approximately 2 inches length and rake sod free of debris.

B. Cut sod in uniform commercial-size strips.

C. Sod thickness shall be as uniform as possible, approximately ¾ inch or more, depending on the nature of the sod. Practically all of the dense root system shall be retained, but exposed, in the sod strip. Handling shall cause no undue tearing or breaking.

D. If the sod is in a dry condition such that cutting causes crumbling or breaking, the Contractor shall, at least 12 hours before cutting, apply water in sufficient quantities to provide a well-moistened sod throughout the depth of cut.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 PREPARATION OF TOPSOIL

A. Excavate as necessary for 2 inches of topsoil and the sod.

B. Prepare topsoil in accordance with Section 02923 Landscape Preparation.

3.02 LAYING SOD

A. Moisten prepared surface immediately prior to laying sod. Do not place sod on frozen soil.

B. Lay sod within 24 hours after harvesting to prevent deterioration.

C. Lay sod tight with no open joints visible, and no overlapping; stagger end joints 12 inches minimum. Do not stretch or overlap sod pieces.

D. Lay sod in commercial-size strips where possible. Do not lay partial strips of sod smaller than 18 inches by 24 inches.

E. Place top elevation of sod 1/2 inch below adjoining pavement.

F. Roll sod or firmly tamp with suitable wooden or metal tampers to set or press the sod into the…