09B0029-Amend0006-Specs.pdf

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AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

30-105-04EXCEPTION TO SF 30

APPROVED BY OIRM 11-84

STANDARD FORM 30 (Rev. 10-83) Prescribed by GSA

FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

THIS AMENDMENT EXTENDS THE BID OPENING DATE TO 15 SEPTEMBER 2009 AT 11:00 AM LOCAL TIME

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

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16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA15C. DATE SIGNED15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of Contracting Officer)(Signature of person authorized to sign)

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (No., Street, County, State and Zip Code) X W912BU-09-B-0029

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

12-Aug-2009

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NO.

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

X The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offer X is extended, is not extended.

Offer must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended by one of the following methods:

(a) By completing Items 8 and 15, and returning copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

or (c) By separate letter or telegram which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by telegram or letter, provided each telegram or letter makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) Recovery--Spillway Modifications and Appurtenant Structures, Phase II

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NO. AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE

CONTRACT ORDER NO. IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation date, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(B).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not, is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

10A. MOD. OF CONTRACT/ORDER NO.

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NO. 5. PROJECT NO.(If applicable)

6. ISSUED BY

3. EFFECTIVE DATE

04-Sep-2009

CODE

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

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US ARMY ENGINEER DIS RICT, PHILADELPHIAT

CONTRACTING DIVISION

WANAMAKER BUILDING

100 PENN SQUARE EAST

PHILADELPHIA PA 19107-3390

W912BU 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

See Item 6

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Amendment No. 0006 Invitation for Bids

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14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT (continued)

a. SPECIFICATIONS: The following specification sections have been amended. Some pages have been provided that contain no changes in order to enable double-sided printing, or to provide information that has moved as a result of changes that were made on other sheets. All pages have been annotated with “Amendment No. 0006” in the header. All revisions are shown in bold italics. Please delete the following specification sections in their entirety and substitute revised sections of the same number and title, attached hereto.

02120 – TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

02491 - SOIL NAIL WALL

02552 - HOT MIX ASPHALT (HMA) REPAIR

05482 - BRIDGE BEARINGS

13851 - FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEM, ADDRESSABLE

b. CONTRACT DRAWINGS: Please delete the following drawings in their entirety and substitute the revised drawings of the same numbers, with the latest revision date of 4 September 2009, attached hereto:

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c. Please indicate receipt of this amendment on Standard Form 30 (AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT) as Amendment No. 0006. Failure to acknowledge all amendments may be cause for rejection of the offer.

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SECTION 02120

TRANSPORTATION AND DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.ations are referenced in the text by basic designation only.

INTERNATIONAL AIR TRANSPORT ASSOCIATION (IATA)

IATA DGR (2004) Dangerous Goods Regulations

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

40 CFR 261 Identification and Listing of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 262 Standards Applicable to Generators of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 263 Standards Applicable to Transporters of Hazardous Waste

40 CFR 264 Standards for Owners and Operators of Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities

40 CFR 265 Interim Status Standards for Owners and Operators of Hazardous Waste Treatment, Storage, and Disposal Facilities

40 CFR 266 Standards for the Management of Specific Hazardous Wastes and Specific Types of Hazardous Waste Management Facilities

40 CFR 268 Land Disposal Restrictions

40 CFR 270 EPA Administered Permit Programs: The Hazardous Waste Permit Program

40 CFR 279 Standards for the Management of Used Oil

40 CFR 300 National Oil and Hazardous Substances Pollution Contingency Plan

40 CFR 302 Designation, Reportable Quantities, and Notification

40 CFR 61 National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants

40 CFR 761 Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)

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Manufacturing, Processing, Distribution in Commerce, and Use Prohibitions

49 CFR 107 Hazardous Materials Program Procedures

49 CFR 172 Hazardous Materials Table, Special Provisions, Hazardous Materials Communications, Emergency Response Information, and Training Requirements

49 CFR 173 Shippers - General Requirements for Shipments and Packagings

49 CFR 178 Specifications for Packagings

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01330 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-03 Product Data

On-site Hazardous Waste Management; G, DO

Prior to start of work, a plan detailing the manner in which hazardous wastes shall be managed. Written documentation of weekly hazardous waste inspections shall be submitted on a monthly basis.

Notices of Non-Compliance and Notices of Violation

Notices of non-compliance or notices of violation, as specified.

SD-06 Test Reports

Recordkeeping; G, DO

Information necessary to file state annual or EPA biennial reports for all hazardous waste transported, treated, stored, or disposed of under this contract. The Contractor shall not forward these data directly to the regulatory agency but to the Contracting Officer at the specified time. The submittal shall contain all the information necessary for filing of the formal reports in the form and format required by the governing Federal or state regulatory agency. A cover letter shall accompany the data to include the contract number, Contractor name, and project location.

Spill Response

In the event of a spill or release of a hazardous substance (as designated in 40 CFR 302), or pollutant or contaminant, or oil (as governed by the Oil Pollution Act (OPA), 33 U.S.C. 2701 et seq.), the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

If the spill exceeds a reporting threshold, the Contractor shall follow the pre-established procedures for immediate reporting to

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Exception Reports; G, DO

In the event that a manifest copy documenting receipt of hazardous waste at the treatment, storage, and disposal facility is not received within 35 days of shipment initiation, the Contractor shall prepare and submit an exception report to the Contracting Officer within 37 days of shipment initiation. In the event that a manifest copy documenting receipt of PCB waste at the designated facility is not received within 35 days of shipment initiation, the Contractor shall prepare and submit an exception report to the Contracting Officer within 37 days of shipment initiation.

Packaging Notifications

In accordance with 49 CFR 178.2(c), the Contractor shall acquire the appropriate notifications from the package manufacturers or any other persons certifying compliance with the packaging provisions and provide these to the Government.

SD-07 Certificates

Certification

Copies of the current certificates of registration required by 49 CFR 107, Subpart G issued to the Contractor and/or subcontractors or written statements certifying exemption from these requirements.

Security Plan

Pre-transportation security plan, as specified.

Transportation and Disposal Coordinator

Transportation and Disposal Coordinator qualifications including proof of at least one year specialized experience in management and transportation of hazardous wastes; proof of current Department of Transportation Hazardous Materials Training Certification; and, where applicable, proof of IATA DGR.

Training

Documentation that employees preparing or transporting hazardous materials have been trained, tested, and certified per 49 CFR 172, Subpart H, including general security awareness requirements and where applicable, site-specific security plan requirements.

EPA Off-Site Policy

A letter certifying that EPA considers the facilities to be used for all off-site disposal to be acceptable in accordance with the Off-Site policy in 40 CFR 300, Section .440. This certification shall be provided for wastes from Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), 42 U.S.C. 6901 et seq., sites as well as from Comprehensive Environmental Response Compensation and Liability Act (CERCLA), 42 U.S.C. 9601 et seq., responses. See Attachment

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A, sample certification, at the end of this section.

Certificates of Disposal

Certificates documenting the ultimate disposal, destruction or placement of hazardous wastes, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), oil and oil-contaminated solids and liquids, and/or asbestos within 90 days of initial shipment. Receipt of these certificates will be required for final payment.

Shipping Documents and Packagings Certification; G, DO

All transportation related shipping documents to the Contracting Officer, including draft hazardous waste manifests, draft asbestos waste shipment records, draft manifests for PCBs, draft bill of ladings for hazardous materials, lists of corresponding proposed labels, packages, marks, and placards to be used for shipment, waste profiles and supporting waste analysis documents, for review a minimum of 14 days prior to anticipated pickup. Packaging assurances shall be furnished prior to transporting hazardous material; "generator copies" of hazardous waste manifests, asbestos waste shipment records, "generator copies" of manifests used for initiating shipments of PCBs, used oil invoices/shipment records, bill of ladings and supporting waste analysis documents shall be furnished when shipments are originated; and "receipt copies" of hazardous waste manifests, PCB manifests and asbestos waste shipment records at the designated disposal facility shall be furnished not later than 35 days after acceptance of the shipment.

Waste Minimization; G, DO

Written certification that waste minimization efforts have been undertaken to reduce the volume and toxicity of waste to the degree economically practicable and that the method of treatment, storage, or disposal selected minimizes threats to human health and the environment.

1.3 QUALIFICATIONS

1.3.1 Transportation and Disposal Coordinator

The Contractor shall designate, by position and title, one person to act as the Transportation and Disposal Coordinator (TDC) for this contract. The TDC shall serve as the single point of contact for all environmental regulatory matters and shall have overall responsibility for total environmental compliance at the site including, but not limited to, accurate identification and classification of hazardous waste and hazardous materials; determination of proper shipping names; identification of marking, labeling, packaging and placarding requirements; completion of waste profiles, hazardous waste manifests, asbestos waste shipment records, PCB manifests, bill of ladings, exception and discrepancy reports; and all other environmental documentation. The TDC shall have, at a minimum, one year of specialized experience in the management and transportation of hazardous waste and have been Department of Transportation certified under 49 CFR 172, Subpart H.

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1.3.2 Training

The Contractor's hazardous materials employees shall be trained, tested, and certified to safely and effectively carry out their assigned duties in accordance with Section 01351 SAFETY, HEALTH, AND EMERGENCY RESPONSE (HTRW/UST). The Contractor's employees transporting hazardous materials or preparing hazardous materials for transportation, including samples, shall be trained, tested, and certified in accordance with 49 CFR 172, Subpart H, including security awareness and any applicable security plans. Where shipment of hazardous materials by air may be occurring, such as for sample shipments, the Contractor's hazardous material employees shall also be trained on IATA DGR. Contractor employees making determinations that shipments do not constitute DOT regulated hazardous materials shall also be trained, tested, and certified in accordance with 49 CFR 172, Subpart H.

1.3.3 Certification

The Contractor and/or subcontractors transporting hazardous materials shall possess a current certificate of registration issued by the Research and Special Programs Administration (RSPA), U.S. Department of Transportation, when required by 49 CFR 107, Subpart G.

1.4 LAWS AND REGULATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Work shall meet or exceed the minimum requirements established by Federal, state, and local laws and regulations which are applicable. These requirements are amended frequently and the Contractor shall be responsible for complying with amendments as they become effective. In the event that compliance exceeds the scope of work or conflicts with specific requirements of the contract, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer immediately.

1.5 DEFINITIONS

a. Hazardous Material. A substance or material which has been determined by the Secretary of Transportation to be capable of posing an unreasonable risk to health, safety, and property when transported in commerce, and which has been so designated pursuant to the Hazardous Materials Transportation Act, 49 U.S.C. Appendix Section 1801 et seq. The term includes materials designated as hazardous materials under the provisions of 49 CFR 172, Sections .101 and .102 and materials which meet the defining criteria for hazard classes and divisions in 49 CFR 173. EPA designated hazardous wastes are also hazardous materials.

b. Hazardous Waste. A waste which meets criteria established in RCRA or specified by the EPA in 40 CFR 261 or which has been designated as hazardous by a RCRA authorized state program.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

The Contractor shall provide all of the materials required for the packaging, labeling, marking, placarding and transportation of hazardous wastes and hazardous materials in conformance with Department of Transportation standards. Details in this specification shall not be construed as establishing the limits of the Contractor's responsibility.

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2.1.1 Packagings

The Contractor shall provide bulk and non-bulk containers for packaging hazardous materials/wastes consistent with the authorizations referenced in the Hazardous Materials Table in 49 CFR 172, Section .101, Column 8. Bulk and non-bulk packaging shall meet the corresponding specifications in 49 CFR 173 referenced in the Hazardous Materials Table, 49 CFR 172, Section .101.

Each packaging shall conform to the general packaging requirements of Subpart B of 49 CFR 173, to the requirements of 49 CFR 178 at the specified packing group performance level, to the requirements of special provisions of column 7 of the Hazardous Materials Table in 49 CFR 172, Section .101, and shall be compatible with the material to be packaged as required by 40 CFR 262. The Contractor shall also provide other packaging related materials such as materials used to cushion or fill voids in overpacked containers, etc. Sorbent materials shall not be capable of reacting dangerously with, being decomposed by, or being ignited by the hazardous materials being packaged. Additionally, sorbents used to treat free liquids to be disposed of in landfills shall be non-biodegradable as specified in 40 CFR 264, Section .314. In addition, packaging notifications will be provided to the Government per 49 CFR 172, Section .178.2(c) regarding type and dimensions of closures, including gaskets, needed to satisfy performance test requirements.

2.1.2 Markings

The Contractor shall provide markings for each hazardous material/waste package, freight container, and transport vehicle consistent with the requirements of 49 CFR 172, Subpart D; 40 CFR 262, Section .32 (for hazardous waste); 40 CFR 761, Section .45 (for PCBs) and 40 CFR 61, Section .149(d) (for asbestos). Markings shall be capable of withstanding, without deterioration or substantial color change, a 180 day exposure to conditions reasonably expected to be encountered during container storage and transportation.

2.1.3 Labeling

The Contractor shall provide primary and subsidiary labels for hazardous materials/wastes consistent with the requirements in the Hazardous Materials Table in 49 CFR 172, Section .101, Column 6. Labels shall meet design specifications required by 49 CFR 172, Subpart E including size, shape, color, printing, and symbol requirements. Labels shall be durable and weather resistant and capable of withstanding, without deterioration or substantial color change, a 180 day exposure to conditions reasonably expected to be encountered during container storage and transportation.

2.1.4 Placards

For each off-site shipment of hazardous material/waste, the Contractor shall provide primary and subsidiary placards consistent with the requirements of 49 CFR 172, Subpart F. Placards shall be provided for each side and each end of bulk packaging, freight containers, transport vehicles, and rail cars requiring such placarding. Placards may be plastic, metal, or other material capable of withstanding, without deterioration, a 30 day exposure to open weather conditions and shall meet design requirements specified in 49 CFR 172, Subpart F.

2.1.5 Spill Response Materials

The Contractor shall provide spill response materials including, but not

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2.2 EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

The Contractor shall provide miscellaneous equipment and tools necessary to handle hazardous materials and hazardous wastes in a safe and environmentally sound manner.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 ON-SITE HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT

These paragraphs apply to Government owned waste only. Contractors are prohibited by 10 U.S.C. 2692 from storing contractor owned waste on site for any length of time. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring compliance with all Federal, state, and local hazardous waste laws and regulations and shall verify those requirements when preparing reports, waste shipment records, hazardous waste manifests, or other documents. The Contractor shall identify hazardous wastes using criteria set forth in 40 CFR 261 or all applicable state and local laws, regulations, and ordinances. When accumulating hazardous waste on-site, the Contractor shall comply with generator requirements in 40 CFR 262 and any applicable state or local law or regulations. On-site accumulation times shall be restricted to applicable time frames referenced in 40 CFR 262, Section .34 and any applicable state or local law or regulation. Accumulation start dates shall commence when waste is first generated (i.e. containerized or otherwise collected for discard). The Contractor shall only use containers in good condition and compatible with the waste to be stored. The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring containers are closed except when adding or removing waste. The Contractor shall be responsible for immediately marking all hazardous waste containers with the words "hazardous waste" and other information required by 40 CFR 262, Section .32 and any applicable state or local law or regulation as soon as the waste is containerized. An additional marking shall be placed on containers of "unknowns" designating the date sampled, and the suspected hazard. The Contractor shall be responsible for inspecting containers for signs of deterioration and shall be responsible for responding to any spills or leaks. The Contractor shall inspect all hazardous waste areas weekly and shall provide written documentation of the inspection. Inspection logs shall contain date and time of inspection, name of individual conducting the inspection, problems noted, and corrective actions taken.

3.1.1 Hazardous Waste Classification

The Contractor, in consultation with the Contracting Officer, shall identify all waste codes applicable to each hazardous waste stream based on requirements in 40 CFR 261 or any applicable state or local law or regulation. The Contractor shall also identify all applicable treatment standards in 40 CFR 268 and state land disposal restrictions and shall make a determination as to whether or not the waste meets or exceeds the standards. Waste profiles, analyses, classification and treatment standards information shall be submitted to Contracting Officer for review and approval.

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3.1.2 Management Plan

The Contractor shall prepare a plan detailing the manner in which hazardous wastes will be managed and describing the types and volumes of hazardous wastes anticipated to be managed as well as the management practices to be utilized. The plan shall identify the method to be used to ensure accurate piece counts and/or weights of shipments; shall identify waste minimization methods; shall propose facilities to be utilized for treatment, storage, and/or disposal; shall identify areas on-site where hazardous wastes are to be handled; shall identify whether transfer facilities are to be utilized;

and if so, how the wastes will be tracked to ultimate disposal.

3.2 OFF-SITE HAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT

The Contractor shall use RCRA Subtitle C permitted facilities which meet the requirements of 40 CFR 264 or facilities operating under interim status which meet the requirements of 40 CFR 265. Off-site treatment, storage, and/or disposal facilities with significant RCRA violations or compliance problems (such as facilities known to be releasing hazardous constituents into ground water, surface water, soil, or air) shall not be used. The Contractor shall submit Notices of Non-Compliance and Notices of Violation by a Federal, state, or local regulatory agency issued to the Contractor in relation to any work performed under this contract. The Contractor shall immediately provide copies of such notices to the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall also furnish all relevant documents regarding the incident and any information requested by the Contracting Officer, and shall coordinate its response to the notice with the Contracting Officer or his designated representative prior to submission to the notifying authority.

The Contractor shall also furnish a copy to the Contracting Officer of all documents submitted to the regulatory authority, including the final reply to the notice, and all other materials, until the matter is resolved.

3.2.1 Treatment, Storage, and/or Disposal Facility and Transporter

The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer with EPA ID numbers, names, locations, and telephone numbers of TSD facilities and transporters. This information shall be contained in the Hazardous Waste Management Plan and shall be approved by the Contracting Officer prior to waste disposal.

3.2.2 Status of the Facility

Facilities receiving hazardous waste must be permitted in accordance with 40 CFR 270 or operating under interim status in accordance with 40 CFR 265 requirements, or must be permitted by a state authorized by the Environmental Protection Agency to administer the RCRA permit program.

Additionally, prior to using a TSD Facility, the Contractor shall contact the EPA Regional Off-site Coordinator specified in 40 CFR 300, Section .440, to determine the facility's status, and document all information necessary to satisfy the requirements of the EPA Off-Site policy and furnish this information to the Contracting Officer.

3.2.3 Shipping Documents and Packagings Certification

Prior to shipment of any hazardous material off-site, the Contractor's TDC shall provide written certification to the Contracting Officer that hazardous materials have been properly packaged, labeled, and marked in accordance with Department of Transportation and EPA requirements. The Contractor's TDC shall also provide written certification regarding waste

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3.2.4 Transportation

Prior to conducting hazardous materials activities, the Contractor responsible for pre-transportation activities shall either certify to the Government that a Security Plan is in place which meets the requirements of 49 CFR 172, Subpart I or in the event that the types or amounts of hazardous materials are excluded from the security planning requirements, a written statement to that effect detailing the basis for the exception.

The Contractor shall use manifests for transporting hazardous wastes as required by 40 CFR 263 or any applicable state or local law or regulation.

Transportation shall comply with all requirements in the Department of Transportation referenced regulations in the 49 CFR series. The Contractor shall prepare hazardous waste manifests for each shipment of hazardous waste shipped off-site. Manifests shall be completed using instructions in 40 CFR 262, Subpart B and any applicable state or local law or regulation.

Manifests and waste profiles shall be submitted to Contracting Officer for review and approval. The Contractor shall prepare land disposal restriction notifications as required by 40 CFR 268 or any applicable state or local law or regulation for each shipment of hazardous waste.

Notifications shall be submitted with the manifest to the Contracting Officer for review and approval.

3.2.5 Treatment and Disposal of Hazardous Wastes

The hazardous waste shall be transported to an approved hazardous waste treatment, storage, or disposal facility within 90 days of the accumulation start date on each container. The Contractor shall ship hazardous wastes only to facilities which are properly permitted to accept the hazardous waste or operating under interim status. The Contractor shall ensure wastes are treated to meet land disposal treatment standards in 40 CFR 268 prior to land disposal. The Contractor shall propose TSD facilities via submission of the Hazardous Waste Management Plan, subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall submit Certificates of Disposal as specified in the Submittals paragraph.

3.3 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

The Contractor, in consultation with the Contracting Officer, shall evaluate, prior to shipment of any material off-site, whether the material is regulated as a hazardous waste in addition to being regulated as a hazardous material; this shall be done for the purpose of determining proper shipping descriptions, marking requirements, etc., as described below.

3.3.1 Identification of Proper Shipping Names

The Contractor shall use 49 CFR 172, Section .101 to identify proper shipping names for each hazardous material (including hazardous wastes) to be shipped off-site. Proper shipping names shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer in the form of draft shipping documents for review and approval.

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3.3.2 Packaging, Labeling, and Marking

The Contractor shall package, label, and mark hazardous materials/wastes using the specified materials and in accordance with the referenced authorizations. The Contractor shall mark each container of hazardous waste of 110 gallons or less with the following:

"HAZARDOUS WASTE - Federal Law Prohibits Improper Disposal.

If found, contact the nearest police or public safety authority or the U.S.

Environmental Protection Agency.

Generator's name _____________________________________ Manifest Document Number ___________________________".

3.3.3 Shipping Documents

The Contractor shall ensure that each shipment of hazardous material sent off-site is accompanied by properly completed shipping documents. This includes shipments of samples that may potentially meet the definition of a Department of Transportation regulated hazardous material.

3.3.3.1 PCB Waste Shipment Documents

The Contractor shall prepare hazardous waste manifests for each shipment of PCB waste shipped off-site. Manifests shall be completed using instructions in 40 CFR 761, Sections .207 and .208 and all other applicable requirements. Documents shall be submitted to Contracting Officer for review and approval.

3.3.3.2 Asbestos Waste Shipment Documents

The Contractor shall prepare waste shipment records as required by 40 CFR 61 for shipments of asbestos. Waste shipment records shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. Waste shipment records shall be signed by the Contractor.

3.3.3.3 Other Hazardous Material Shipment Documents

The Contractor shall prepare a bill of lading for each shipment of hazardous material which is not accompanied by a hazardous waste manifest or asbestos waste shipment record which fulfills the shipping paper requirements. The bill of lading shall satisfy the requirements of 49 CFR 172, Subpart C, and 40 CFR 279 if shipping used oil and any applicable state or local law or regulation, and shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. For laboratory samples and treatability study samples, the Contractor shall prepare bills of lading and other documentation as necessary to satisfy conditions of the sample exclusions in 40 CFR 261, Section .4(d) and (e) and any applicable state or local law or regulation. Bill of ladings requiring shipper's certifications shall be signed by the Contractor.

3.4 OBTAINING EPA ID NUMBERS

The Contractor shall complete EPA Form 8700-12, Notification of Hazardous Waste Activity, and submit to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. The Contractor shall allow a minimum of 30 days for processing the application and assigning the EPA ID number. Shipment shall be made not earlier than one week after receipt of the EPA ID number.

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3.5 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ASBESTOS WASTES

If work involves asbestos containing wastes, the Contractor shall manage these wastes in accordance with specification Section 13280 ASBESTOS HAZARD

CONTROL ACTIVITIES.

3.6 WASTE MINIMIZATION

The Contractor shall minimize the generation of hazardous waste to the maximum extent practicable. The Contractor shall take all necessary precautions to avoid mixing clean and contaminated wastes. The Contractor shall identify and evaluate recycling and reclamation options as alternatives to land disposal. Requirements of 40 CFR 266 shall apply to:

hazardous wastes recycled in a manner constituting disposal; hazardous waste burned for energy recovery; lead-acid battery recycling; and hazardous wastes with economically recoverable precious metals.

3.7 RECORDKEEPING

The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining adequate records to support information provided to the Contracting Officer regarding exception reports, annual reports, and biennial reports. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining asbestos waste shipment records for a minimum of 3 years from the date of shipment or any longer period required by any applicable law or regulation or any other provision of this contract. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining bill of ladings for a minimum of 375 days from the date of shipment or any longer period required by any applicable law or regulation or any other provision of this contract.

3.8 SPILL RESPONSE

The Contractor shall respond to any spills of hazardous material or hazardous waste which are in the custody or care of the Contractor, pursuant to this contract. Any direction from the Contracting Officer concerning a spill or release shall not be considered a change under the contract. The Contractor shall comply with all applicable requirements of Federal, state, or local laws or regulations regarding any spill incident.

3.9 EMERGENCY CONTACTS

The Contractor shall be responsible for complying with the emergency contact provisions in 49 CFR 172, Section .604. Whenever the Contractor ships hazardous materials, the Contractor shall provide a 24 hr emergency response contact and phone number of a person knowledgeable about the hazardous materials being shipped and who has comprehensive emergency response and incident mitigation information for that material, or has immediate access to a person who possesses such knowledge and information.

The phone must be monitored on a 24 hour basis at all times when the hazardous materials are in transportation, including during storage incidental to transportation. The Contractor shall ensure that information regarding this emergency contact and phone number are placed on all hazardous material shipping documents. The Contractor shall designate an emergency coordinator and post the following information at areas in which hazardous wastes are managed:

a. The name of the emergency coordinator.

b. Phone number through which the emergency coordinator can be contacted on a 24 hour basis.

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c. The telephone number of the local fire department.

d. The location of fire extinguishers and spill control materials.

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Attachment A

SAMPLE OFF-SITE POLICY CERTIFICATION MEMO

Project/Contract #:__________________________________________________ Waste Stream:______________________________________________________________ Primary TSD Facility, EPA ID # and Location: ______________________________ Alter. TSD Facility, EPA ID # and Location:________________________________

EPA Region Contact I (617) 918-1752

II (212) 637-4130

III (214) 814-5267

IV (404) 562-8591

V (312) 353-8207

VI (214) 665-2282

VII (913) 551-7154

VIII (303) 312-6419

IX (415) 972-3304

X (206) 553-2859

EPA representative contacted: _____________________________________________ EPA representative phone number: __________________________________________ Date contacted: ___________________________________________________________

Comment: __________________________________________________________________ The above EPA representative was contacted on __________. As of that date the above sites were considered acceptable in accordance with the Off-Site Policy in 40 CFR 300.440.

Signature: _________________________________ Date: ________________________ Phone number: _____________________________________________________________

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SECTION 02491

SOIL NAIL WALL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

The Work shall consist of constructing permanent soil nail retaining walls as specified herein and shown on the Plans. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials and equipment required for completing the Work. The Contractor shall select the method of excavation, drilling method and equipment, final drillhole diameter(s), and grouting procedures to meet the performance requirements specified herein.

Soil nailing work shall include drilling soil nail drillholes to the specified minimum length and orientation indicated on the Plans; providing, placing and grouting the epoxy coated nail bar tendons into the drillholes;

placing drainage elements; placing shotcrete reinforcement; applying shotcrete facing over the reinforcement; attaching bearing plates and nuts;

performing nail testing; and installing instrumentation (if required).

Shotcrete facing and wall drainage construction shall be as specified in SECTION 03375 SHOTCRETE CONSTRUCTION FACING AND WALL DRAINAGE. CIP concrete facing construction shall be as specified in SECTION 03300 CAST-IN-PLACE STRUCTURAL CONCRETE of these specifications.

The term "Soil Nail" as used in these specifications is intended as a generic term and refers to a reinforcing bar grouted into a drilled hole installed in any type of ground. Soil nail walls are built from the top down in existing ground.

Soil and rock properties are shown on the contract drawings.

Where the imperative mood is used within this specification for conciseness, "the Contractor shall" is implied.

1.2 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION OFFICIALS

(AASHTO)

AASHTO M 171 (2000) Sheet Materials for Curing Concrete

AASHTO M 194 (2000) Chemical Admixtures for Concrete

AASHTO M 31/M 31M (2003) Deformed and Plain Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement

AASHTO M 6 (2003) Fine Aggregate for Portland Cement Concrete

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AASHTO M 85 (2004) Portland Cement

AASHTO T 106/T 106M (2004 Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortar (Using 50-mm or 2-in. Cube Specimens)

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A 615/A 615M (2003a) Deformed and Plain Billet-Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement

ASTM A 775/A 775M (2001) Epoxy-Coated Reinforcing Steel Bars

ASTM C 109/C 109M (2002) Compressive Strength of Hydraulic Cement Mortars (Using 2-in. [50-mm] Cube Specimens)

ASTM C 150 Rev A (2004) Portland Cement

ASTM C 33 (2003) Concrete Aggregates

ASTM C 494 (1992) Chemical Admixtures for Concrete

ASTM D 3963/D 3963M (2001) Fabrication and Jobsite Handling of Epoxy-Coated Steel Reinforcing Bars

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01330 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Soil Nail Wall Work Plan; G, DO

The Contractor shall submit for review and approval a work plan for the installation of the soil nail wall to include the following information: :

The proposed detailed wall construction sequence.

Plan describing how surface water will be diverted, controlled and disposed of.

Proposed methods and equipment for excavating the soil and/or rock to the staged excavation lifts indicated in the Plans, including the proposed grade elevations for each excavation lift shown on a wall elevation view.

Measures to ensure wall and slope stability during various stages of wall construction and excavation where discontinuous rows of nails will be installed (if applicable); information on space requirements for installation equipment; temporary shoring plans; information on provisions for working in the proximity of underground facilities or utilities (if applicable) and other proposed structures (MSE wall, bridge abutment).

Proposed nail drilling methods and equipment including drillhole diameter proposed to achieve the specified pullout resistance values and any

Section 02491 Page 2 variation of these along the wall alignment.

Nail Grout Placement Plan; G, DO

Contractor shall submit proposed nail grout placement procedures and equipment.

Nail Testing Plan; G, DO

Contractor shall submit proposed nail testing methods and equipment setup including:

Details of the jacking frame and appurtenant bracing.

Details showing methods of isolating test nails during shotcrete application (i.e., methods to prevent bonding of the soil nail bar and the shotcrete facing during testing).

Details showing methods of providing the temporary unbonded length and of grouting the temporary unbonded length of test nails after completion of testing.

Equipment list.

SD-03 Product Data

Solid Bar Nail Tendons; G, DO Bar Couplers; G, DO

Catalog cuts of specified solid bar nail tendons and bar couplers shall be submitted.

Testing Equipment Calibration Records; G, DO

Identification number and certified calibration records for each test jack and pressure gauge and load cell to be used. Jack and pressure gauge shall be calibrated as a unit. Calibration records shall include the date tested, device identification number, and the calibration test results and shall be certified for an accuracy of at least 2 percent of the applied certification loads by a qualified independent testing laboratory within 90 days prior to submittal.

SD-05 Design Data

Nail Grout Mix Design; G, DO

Contractor shall submit a nail grout mix design to include the following:

Type of Portland cement;

Aggregate source and gradation;

Proportions of mix by weight and water-cement ratio;

Manufacturer, brand name and technical literature for proposed admixtures;

Compressive strength test results (per AASHTO T 106/ASTM C 109) supplied by a qualified independent testing lab verifying the specified minimum 3 and 28-day grout compressive strengths. Previous test results for the

Section 02491 Page 3 proposed grout mix completed within one year of the start of grouting may be submitted for initial verification and acceptance of the required compressive strengths and start of production work.

SD-06 Test Reports

Nail Grout Tests; G, DO Nail Testing Results; G, DO

Nail grout test reports and nail testing results shall be submitted.

Mill Test Reports; G, DO

Upon delivery of nail bars and soil nail bar couplers (if allowed) to the project site, provide Certified mill test results for nail bars and couplers from each heat specifying the ultimate strength, yield strength, elongation and composition.

SD-07 Certificates

Soil Nail Contractor's Experience Requirements; G, DO

The Contractor shall submit a project reference list verifying the successful construction completion of at least 3 permanent soil nail retaining wall projects during the past 7 years totaling at least 2,000 square yards of wall face area and at least 1000 permanent soil nails. A brief description of each project with the Owner's name and current phone number shall be included.

A registered Professional Engineer employed by the soil nailing Contractor and having experience in the construction of permanent soil nail retaining walls on at least 3 completed projects over the past 7 years shall supervise the work. The on-site supervisor and drill rig operators shall have experience installing permanent soil nails on at least 3 projects over the past 3 years. The Contractor shall not use consultants or manufacturer's representatives to satisfy the requirements of this section.

At least 30 calendar days before starting the wall, the Contractor shall submit the completed project reference list and a list identifying the supervising Engineer, drill rig operators, and on site supervisors assigned to the project. The personnel list shall contain a summary of each individual's experience and be complete enough for the reviewer to determine whether each individual satisfies the required qualifications.

Work shall not be started nor materials ordered until written approval of the Contractor's qualifications is given.

The Contracting Officer may suspend the work if the Contractor uses non-approved personnel. If work is suspended, the Contractor shall be fully liable for all resulting costs and no adjustment in contract time will result from the suspension.

Manufacturer Certificates of Compliance; G, DO

The Contractor shall submit manufacturer certificates of compliance for the soil nail centralizers, epoxy coating or encapsulation.

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1.4 PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING

A pre-construction meeting will be scheduled by the CO and held prior to the start of wall construction. The CO, prime Contractor, soil nail specialty Contractor and geotechnical instrumentation specialist (if applicable) shall attend the meeting. The excavation Contractor, shotcreting Contractor and survey Contractor, if different than the prime or soil nail specialty contractor, shall also attend. Attendance is mandatory. The pre-construction meeting will be conducted to clarify the construction requirements for the work, to coordinate the construction schedule and activities, and to identify contractual relationships and delineation of responsibilities amongst the prime Contractor and the various Subcontractors - particularly those pertaining to wall excavation, nail installation and testing, excavation and wall alignment survey control, and shotcrete and CIP facing construction. Soil nail wall construction requires excavation in staged lifts and excavation in the vicinity of the wall face requires special care and effort compared to general earthwork excavation. The Contractor should take this into account during bidding and should consult the wall excavation and measurement/p ayment Sections of this Specification for details.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 DELIVERY, HANDLING AND STORAGE

Furnish materials new and without defects. Remove defective materials from the job site at no additional cost. Store cement to prevent moisture degradation and partial hydration. Do not use cement that has become caked or lumpy. Store aggregates so that segregation and inclusion of foreign materials are prevented. Do not use the bottom 6 inches of aggregate piles in contact with the ground.

Store steel reinforcement on supports to keep the steel from contacting the ground. Damage to the nail steel as a result of abrasion, cuts, nicks, welds, and weld splatter shall be cause for rejection. Do not ground welding leads to nail bars. Protect nail steel from dirt, rust, and other deleterious substances prior to installation. Heavy corrosion or pitting of nails shall be cause for rejection. Light rust that has not resulted in pitting is acceptable. Place protective wrap over anchorage end of nail bar to which bearing plate and nut will be attached to protect during handling, installation, grouting and shotcreting.

Do not move or transport encapsulated nails until the encapsulation grout has reached sufficient strength to resist damage during handling. Handle encapsulated nails in a manner that will prevent large deflections, distortions or damage. Repair encapsulated nails that are damaged or defective in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations or remove them from the site.

Handle and store epoxy coated bars in a way that will prevent them from being damaged beyond what is permitted by ASTM D 3963. Repair damaged epoxy coating in accordance with ASTM A 775 and the coater's recommendations using an epoxy field repair kit approved by the epoxy manufacturer.

Repaired areas shall have a minimum 0.3 mm coating thickness.

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2.2 MATERIALS

2.2.1 Solid Bar Nail Tendons

AASHTO M 31/ASTM A 615, Grade 60 . Deformed bar, continuous without splices or welds, new, straight, undamaged, bare or epoxy coated or encapsulated as shown on the Plans. Threaded a minimum of 6-inches on the wall anchorage end to allow proper attachment of bearing plate and nut. Threading may be continuous spiral deformed ribbing provided by the bar deformations (e.g.

continuous threadbars) or may be cut into a reinforcing bar. If threads are cut into a reinforcing bar, provide the next larger bar number designation from that shown on the Plans, at no additional cost.

2.2.2 Fusion Bonded Epoxy Coating

ASTM A 775. Minimum 0.3 mm thickness electrostatically applied. Bend test requirements are waived. Coating at the wall anchorage end of epoxy coated bars may be omitted over the length provided for threading the nut against the bearing plate.

2.2.3 Centralizers

Manufactured from Schedule 40 PVC pipe or tube, steel or other material not detrimental to the nail steel (wood shall not be used); securely attached to the nail bar; sized to position the nail bar within 1-inch of the center of the drillhole; sized to allow tremie pipe insertion to the bottom of the drillhole; and sized to allow grout to freely flow up the drillhole.

2.2.4 Nail Grout

Neat cement or sand/cement mixture with a minimum 3-day compressive strength of 1500 psi and a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 3000 psi per AASHTO T 106/ASTM C 109.

2.2.5 Admixtures

AASHTO M 194/ASTM C 494. Admixtures which control bleed, improve flowability, reduce water content and retard set may be used in the grout subject to review and acceptance by the government. Accelerators are not permitted. Expansive admixtures may only be used in grout used for filling sealed encapsulations.