Technical Specs for NewCumberland Saw Cutting Phase 2.pdf

NEW CUMBERLAND LOCKS AND DAM

CONCRETE SAWCUTTING FOR FLOATING MOORING BITT EXTENSIONS

SPECIFICATION

1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 GENERAL

The work is located at New Cumberland Island Locks and Dam, Ohio River, near Stratton, Ohio. The work is located on the River Wall and Middle Wall at the Main (riverward) Chamber. The Main Chamber is in Hancock County, West Virginia. The site of the work may be reached from state and local roads and streets as indicated on the attached Directions to New Cumberland Locks and Dam.

The general description of the work is to furnish all equipment, labor, layout of work, and supervision to saw cut concrete at the Main Chamber (riverward chamber) floating mooring bitts (FMBs) in accordance with the following.

This work involves saw cutting of concrete and embedded items to the lines indicated below and on the attached drawing. Removal and disposal of the concrete and associated metal items will not be required. The floating mooring bitts will be removed by other prior to commencement of work by the Contractor.

All work, including cleanup of the premises, shall be completed as follows not later than 28 September 2012.

1.2 CONCRETE CUTTING

All concrete saw cutting work will be performed in the large 110' x 1200' riverward lock chamber, specifically at the following floating mooring bitts on the River and Middle Walls:

River Wall Sta. 1+37.0A (First River Wall FMB downstream of Upper Gate – 50’ Mark)

River Wall Sta. 0+75.0A (Second River Wall FMB downstream of Upper Gate – 100’ Mark)

Middle Wall Sta. 2+65.0B (Second Middle Wall FMB downstream of Upper Gate – 400’ Mark)

River Wall Sta. 9+81.0B (Seventh River Wall FMB downstream of Upper Gate – 1150’ Mark)

The work will involve both vertical and horizontal saw-cutting of concrete. The approximate dimensions to be saw cut are shown on the attached sketches.

The existing mooring bitt anchorages and embedded metal are shown on the attached Reference Drawings O-LNC-20/19.3 and O-LNC-20/35.3. The floating mooring bitts will be removed by others.

The anchorage will remain in place. Upon completion of saw cutting, the concrete/mooring bitt anchorage will be anchored by others.

1.2.1 Alternative Cutting Methods

At the Contractor's option, and subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer, the back cut and bottom cut only may be made by methods other than saw cutting. If alternative cutting methods are used, the tolerances specified shall apply to the centerline of the cutting for the back cut, and maximum concrete removal shall not exceed 1-1/2 inches beyond the indicated removal line. For the bottom cut, the tolerance shall apply to the extreme edge of the cut area, and concrete removal shall not extend past the 5’ – 2” depth. All requirements for containment and disposal of debris, waste water, and other materials shall apply as specified.

1.3 STEEL CUTTING

Cutting of existing corner protection and wall armor on the chamber face of the lock wall shall be cut at the locations of the proposed concrete sawing and in a manner that facilitates the concrete sawing.

1.4 MISCELLANEOUS STEEL AND REINFORCEMENT

All concrete that is to be cut shall be assumed to have typical steel reinforcement. The guide channels and angle bracing shall be cut with the bottom concrete cut (see attached reference drawings).

1.5 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

1.5.1 Saw Cutting Concrete

• Payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, material and supply costs for performing the concrete cutting.

• Measurement will be made of the number of locations that saw cutting is performed for replacement of mooring bitt anchorages as specified.

• Payment Item – SAW CUT CONCRETE FOR FLOATING MOORING BITT

ANCHORAGE REPLACEMENT

1.5.2 Saw Cutting Exposed Metal

• Payment shall constitute full compensation for all labor, equipment, material and supply costs for performing the concrete cutting.

• Measurement will be made of the number of locations that saw cutting is performed for replacement of mooring bitt anchorages as specified.

• Payment Item - SAWCUT EXPOSED WALL ARMOR AND CORNER

PROTECTION FOR FLOATING MOORING BITT ANCHORAGE

REPLACEMENT

1.6 SAFETY

All work shall be performed in accordance with the Corps of Engineers Safety Manual EM385-1-1. Latest version includes updates 1 through 15 and is available online at http://www.usace.army.mil/CESO/Pages/EM385-1-1.aspx.

The Contractor shall complete and submit the Accident Prevention Plan (separate attachment) included with this specification.

• Safety Shoes -- All employees engaged in construction operations shall wear safety shoes meeting the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 05.E.

• Protective Eyewear -- All workers on the site shall wear, as a minimum, protective eyewear meeting the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 05.A.

Additional eye protection may be required in accordance with the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 05.B.

• Hearing Protection – Hearing protection shall be provided for workers in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 05.C

• Protective Headgear -- All workers on the site shall wear protective headgear in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 05.D.

• Personal Flotation Devices -- Personnel flotation devices (PFD's) shall be worn by all personnel when working beyond the lock esplanade, including but not limited to, crossing the Land Wall, miter gates, or Middle Wall and working on the River Wall, or any time a drowning hazard may exist.

• Employee Acknowledgment -- All personnel used under this contract, including those of subcontractors, shall sign a formal written notice supplied by the Contractor, attesting that they have been provided and will utilize the above required safety equipment. Copies of these signed acknowledgments shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer.

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• Fall Protection -- The upstream lock pool is approximately 9.5 ft below the top of the lock wall and the downstream lock pool is approximately 30 ft below the top of the lock wall. The use of fall protection for this work is required. The Contractor shall design and implement fall protection measures in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Section 21.

• Safe Access -- Safe access shall be continuously provided for project personnel and personnel of the Contracting Officer. Access shall be provided and maintained during every phase of the operations

1.7 PROJECT SUBMITTALS

The Contractor shall provide submittals for Government review. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to resubmit any item found not to comply with the contract. This does not relieve the Contractor from the obligation to furnish material conforming to the plans and specifications.

The Contractor shall submit proposed methods and procedures for the saw cutting work for the Government's review. The proposed procedures shall provide for safe conduct of the work, protection of property, equipment and machinery which is to remain undisturbed, protection and support of existing features, and coordination with lock operating requirements. The plan shall include a detailed description of the proposed method(s) and equipment to be used for the saw cutting operation, including access to the work area, and the sequence of each operation. No saw cutting work shall commence until the Contractor has received the Contracting Officer's approval of the proposed plan in writing.

The Contractor shall submit an Environmental Protection Plan for review. The Environmental Protection Plan shall include procedures to provide for safe conduct of the work, protection of property, equipment and machinery which is to remain undisturbed, protection and support of existing features, and coordination with lock operating requirements. The plan shall include a detailed description of the proposed method(s) and equipment to be used for the saw cutting operation, including access t the work area, and the sequence of each operation. No saw cutting work shall commence until the Contractor has received the Contracting Officer's approval of the proposed plan in writing.

1.8 COORDINATION MEETING AND POINTS OF CONTACT

Prior to commencement of any work being performed on site, the Contractor shall participate in a teleconference with the Administrative Contacting Officer (ACO) and the Lockmaster.

• New Cumberland L/D Lockmaster - Mr. Willie J. Maynard, 740-537-2571.

• ACO – Mr. Kirk McWilliams, Resident Engineer, Lower Mon Area Office, 1811 Schoonmaker Road, Monessen, PA 15062 (724)-684-7462

1.9 VERIFICATION OF FIELD CONDITIONS

The Contractor shall verify all dimensions and conditions in the field and shall advise the Contracting Officer of any discrepancy before performing any work.

1.10 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

1.10.1 Work Areas

Work areas will be limited to the lock walls in the vicinity of the floating mooring bitts and a limited area on the esplanade. Access for Government personnel shall be maintained along all lock walls at all times. The Contractor will be permitted to cross the miter gates to access the River Wall. Construction loads on the miter gate walkways shall not exceed 500 pounds.

1.10.2 Storage Areas

A storage area for materials and equipment will be provided on the esplanade at a location designated by the Contracting Officer. Use of the storage area shall not interfere with Government personnel in the operation of the project.

1.10.3 Utilities

Electric power will be made available at no cost to the Contractor at existing outlets in the tainter valve machinery pits of the Middle and River Walls. The power supply is 440 volt, 90 Amp service, with Hubbell receptacles. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing connections compatible with the Hubbell receptacles

1.10.4 Time of Performance

The Contractor shall confine all operations at the work site between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise approved. Work will not be permitted on weekends or Federal holidays unless otherwise approved.

1.10.5 Lock Operation

The Government will attempt to accommodate the Contractor's request for minor lock closures. However, priority consideration will be given to current levels of river traffic.

Unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer, all work which would interfere with the passage of river traffic through the lock shall be performed during scheduled lock closures. Minor closures, up to four hours duration per day will be permitted as approved by the Contracting Officer. The occurrence of such individual (four hour) closures shall be limited to three per week. Additional minor closures that are necessary due to unforeseen circumstances may be granted, but will be subject to the current level of river traffic. The Contractor shall make every effort to minimize the occurrence of such minor delays, and attempt to schedule such delays to occur during periods of minimal traffic. All minor closures shall occur during daylight hours. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing at least 48 hours in advance of any requested closure. The Contracting Officer shall approve all minor lock closures. The Contractor shall schedule his operations so that the time the lock chamber must be shut down will be kept to the minimum possible, and that the closure remains within the four hour limitation. When it becomes necessary to close the lock chamber for longer than four hours, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing at least seven days in advance of the requested minor lock closure, providing the date, time, duration, and reason(s) for the closure. The maximum permissible length of such individual closure shall be eight hours, and shall be limited to two occurrences per week. The Government shall issue all notices to navigation interests regarding delays.

The Contracting Officer may also approve unscheduled minor closures at times other than the scheduled closures if river traffic permits.

For scheduled closures, the Contractor shall remove all equipment and other items extending beyond the face of the wall within the specified closure time. For closures that are not scheduled, the Contractor shall remove all equipment and other items extending beyond the face of the wall within the time approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.11 DUST CONTROL

Dust resulting from saw cutting shall be controlled to prevent the spread of dust to avoid creation of a nuisance in the surrounding area. Use of water will not be permitted when it will result in, or create, hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice, flooding and pollution.

1.12 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

Environmental protection is the prevention/control of pollution and habitat disruption that may occur to the environment during construction and associated activities. The control of environmental pollution and damage requires consideration of land, water, and air;

biological and cultural resources; and includes management of visual aesthetics; noise;

solid, chemical, gaseous, and liquid waste; radiant energy and radioactive material as well as other pollutants.

Minimize environmental pollution and damage that may occur as the result of construction operations. The environmental resources within the project boundaries and those affected outside the limits of permanent work must be protected during the entire duration of this contract. Comply with all applicable environmental Federal, State, and local laws and regulations. Any delays resulting from failure to comply with environmental laws and regulations will be the Contractor's responsibility.

Waste water from construction activities will not be allowed to enter water ways or to be discharged prior to being treated to remove pollutants. Dispose of the construction related waste water off-Government property in accordance with all Federal, State, Regional and Local laws and regulations. Secondary containment will be required if debris or waste water enters the lock chamber to contain it and prevent it from going downriver. Spill containment and cleanup supplies shall be furnished by the Contractor and kept onsite.

No debris, wastewater from saw cutting, or other materials shall be permitted to enter the lock chamber or other waters.

Any spills or releases of debris into the water or other environmental violations shall be immediately reported to the Contracting Officer.

To limit noise pollution, all work shall be performed between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, unless otherwise approved.

1.13 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

The Contractor shall protect all Government property during the performance of this contract. All damage to existing Government property as a result of the Contractor’s work shall be repaired or replaced to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer. Work area shall be cleaned by the Contractor daily as needed and after construction is complete. Before beginning any concrete saw cutting work, carefully survey the structure to determine the extent of the work. Take all necessary precautions to insure against damage to existing concrete or other structures to remain in place, and repair or replace any damage to such items as approved by the Contracting Officer at no additional cost to the Government.

1.14 PROTECTION OF PERSONNEL

Insure that adequate measures are in place to protect workers, facility operation personnel, navigation vessel personnel, and the public from injury due to the operations being performed. All protective measures shall be in accordance with EM 385-1-1.

1.15 IDENTIFICATION OF EMPLOYEES

The Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing an identification badge/card to each employee prior to the employee working on-site and for requiring each employee engaged on the work to display identification. Identification shall consist of name tags with the name of the Contractor and the employee's name. Additionally, a valid state driver's license or other Government-issued photo identification card is required for positive identification.

1.16 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

This paragraph contains information for security requirements for work on Government Property. The purpose of these security requirements it to ensure that all Contractor or subcontractor employees working on this contract have received proper clearance for access to the Government property. Identification of Critical Infrastructure and submission of required employee information will be discussed at the Preconstruction Meeting. Required employee information shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer or Pittsburgh Office of Security and Law Enforcement, as applicable, at least 15 calendar days prior to required employee access to the project.

1.16.1 Contract for work on Government property, (No Access to Critical Infrastructure)

This paragraph applies to Government facilities not defined as Critical Infrastructure by USACE- Pittsburgh District.

All Contractor and subcontractor employees working on this contract who require access to non-critical infrastructures, as defined in the scope of this contract, on Pittsburgh District facilities (i.e. flood control dams, navigation locks, etc.), in areas that are available to the general public are required to have a favorable background check in accordance with "Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12: Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors" (HSPD-12).

The Contractor shall provide the information required by the attached E-Quip Information Needed for Contractors to the Contracting Officer for performance of the background check. This background check shall be conducted by the local or state police agency where the employee resides at the Contractor's expense, through the local or state police agency where the employee resides. The results of these checks will be presented to the Administrative Contracting Officer (ACO), prior to the employee starting work on the contract. The ACO will make a determination of suitability based on the results of the checks. Any employee found not to be within the suitability standards will not be granted access to the project.

Employee information submitted to the Contracting Officer and results of investigations will be retained in a secure location until 90 calendar days after completion of the contract. The records will be destroyed at the end of this period.

Only those individual Contractor employees that were specifically identified and approved will be cleared to work on Government property. The Contractor shall report any change(s) in personnel prior to the individual(s) arriving on site. The Contractor shall follow the same requirements as listed above for any new employees who will require access to the site.

1.16.2 Contracts for work at Federally Controlled Facilities; (Access to Critical Infrastructure)

This paragraph applies to Government facilities defined as Critical Infrastructure by USACE - Pittsburgh District, i.e. Construction Contracts or those requiring Contractor access to secure areas - on dams, locks or limited access facilities.

All Contractor and subcontractor employees working on this contract who require access to Pittsburgh District critical infrastructures as defined by USACE are required to have a favorable background investigation in accordance with "Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12: Policy for a Common Identification Standard for Federal Employees and Contractors" (HSPD-12).

This background investigation shall be completed by the Pittsburgh Office of Security & Law Enforcement, who will make the final determination on an employee's suitability for work on Government property, and who shall have the right to deny a Contractor or subcontractor employee from working on a contract based on results of the background investigation.

1.16.3 Background investigations are defined in two parts as described below:

• Prior to any contractor employees accessing the work site, an initial background check (LEXUS/NEXUS) shall be completed. To accomplish this, the prime Contractor shall submit a complete list of employees who will be working on Government property (prime contractor employees and any subcontractor employees) to include Name, Social Security Number, Date of Birth and Place of Birth. This list shall be submitted to the Pittsburgh Office of Security & Law Enforcement who will conduct this initial criminal check based on the information provided. The Pittsburgh Office of Security & Law Enforcement will notify the Contracting Officer of the results within five working days of receiving the information. If no issues are found, approval to begin work will be provided in writing by the Contracting Officer or the Contracting Officer's Representative to the Contractor upon receipt of the results from the Pittsburgh Office of Security & Law Enforcement. At that time, Contractor employees receiving a favorable background check will be permitted access to the work site.

• In addition to the requirements of the above subparagraph, those contractors who are awarded contracts that are sensitive or require access to a USACE computer network shall also submit an investigation package for each Contractor and subcontractor employee requiring such access. This investigation package shall include:

• SF-85, Questionnaire for Non-sensitive Positions (See E-Quip form attached).

• FD-258, Contractor Fingerprint Card (1 card for digital prints, 2 for ink prints)

(Note: Prints must be taken by a trained/qualified individual; ORI block on FD-258 must be USOPM000Z) (Contractor Fingerprint Cards (FD-258) may be obtained by contacting the Pittsburgh Office of Security & Law Enforcement.)

At the conclusion of this in-depth background investigation, results will be provided by the Contracting Officer or the Contracting Officer's Representative to the Contractor.

Contractor employees permitted access to Government property shall be limited to those individuals that have been specifically identified and approved. The Contractor SHALL report any change(s) in personnel at least 5 working days prior to individual(s) needing access to the site. The Contractor shall provide the same information as listed above for any new employees.

Employee information submitted to the Pittsburgh Office of Security and Law Enforcement and results of investigations will be retained in encrypted form and in a secure location until 90 calendar days after completion of the contract. The records will be destroyed at the end of this period.

1.16.4 Changes in Security Requirements

Security requirements are subject to change in accordance with HSPD-12, Office of Personnel Management, US Army Force Protection Measures, regulation or policy changes, etc. Changes to any security requirements shall be added to the contract by modification.

The Pittsburgh District Office of Security & Law Enforcement may be contacted by phone or e-mail at the following number/address:

Steve Davidson; Phone 412-395-7504; e-mail stephen.davidson@usace.army.mil Paul Surace; Phone 412-395-7162; e-mail: paul.m.surace@usace.army.mil.

E-Quip Information Needed for Contractors

Information Needed for Contractors Full Name Date of Birth City of Birth Social Security Number Country of Birth Are they a US Citizen E-mail Address Phone Number (Primary and Secondary Supervisor Full Name Supervisor E-mail Address Supervisor Phone Number Government POC Full Name Government POC E-mail Address Government POC Phone Number mailto:paul.m.surace@usace.army.mil�

2. PRODUCTS

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3. EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

The Contractor shall provide all equipment and materials necessary to complete the work as shown and as specified. The Contractor shall verify dimensions and clearances in the field before beginning work.

3.2 EQUIPMENT

The Contractor shall furnish sufficient equipment that is dependable, appropriate and adequate to accomplish the work specified. Machines, tools, and equipment used in the performance of the work shall be approved before the work is started and shall be maintained in satisfactory condition at all times. The equipment shall be maintained in good working condition. Anchor holes for mounting equipment shall be patched upon completion of work.

Temporary structures may be erected to facilitate performance of the work and containment of debris. Such temporary structures shall not extend beyond the face of the lock wall, except during scheduled or otherwise approved closures.

3.3 CUTTING CONCRETE

3.3.1 Embedded Materials

The attached drawings do not constitute a complete description of all metal parts and other materials that may be encountered, but represent the best information available to the Government. Other items, or different locations for items shown, may exist. Care shall be exercised to avoid cutting through functional embedded items intended to remain in service. The Contractor's selection of equipment and methods shall consider the presence of such materials, and the Government will not be responsible in any way for the effect of such items on the Contractor's equipment or progress.

3.3.2 General

Saw cut the existing concrete to the limits indicated. Saw cut concrete with care to avoid damage to adjacent structures, concrete and embedded metal. Mark on the surface the limits of concrete removal for approval by the Contracting Officer prior to any removal.

Notify the Contracting Officer at least 24 hours prior to the time such approval is required. Do not remove metal and other embedded items exposed during the concrete saw cutting operations without authorization of the Contracting Officer. All equipment and removal methods shall comply with applicable sections of EM 385-1-1.

3.3.3 Cutting

Wire sawing or other precision cutting methods which are capable of cutting concrete to the precise lines indicated may be utilized for cutting of concrete and embedded metals.

In areas where such cutting is not feasible, cutting may be performed by line drilling or other approved methods. Adequate safety measures shall be provided to protect workers, equipment, and structures in the vicinity of the work. All equipment shall be subject to the review and approval of the Contracting Officer.

• Tolerances for Concrete Cutting -- Concrete shall be removed to the lines of removal indicated on the drawings. Tolerance for cuts shall be as shown on the drawings. The bottom width of the cutout block shall be less than the top width, and the back width of the cut shall be less than the chamber face width so that the block can be lifted out.

3.3.4 Control of Debris

Debris shall not be allowed to drop into the river or on vessels using the lock chamber.

Debris shall be collected and retained near to its point of removal. The Contractor's method of debris control and removal shall be described in his saw cutting plan and must meet the approval of the Contracting Officer. Debris shall be disposed at a commercially available, properly permitted facility in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local regulations.

3.5 CLEAN UP

Clean all surfaces of concrete and adjacent facilities which are stained by dirt, oil, grease, fuel, or other byproducts that are created by the construction operations with detergent and pressure wash. Products used for cleanup shall be environmentally friendly. Waste water and debris from cleanup shall not be permitted to enter the water.