01_00_00_General_Requirements_-_Post-Tension_Rods.pdf

SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

This section of the Specifications provides general information and requirements. The work covered by these Specifications consists of furnishing all equipment, labor, and materials required for the fabrication, painting, and delivery of the anchor rods for the upper miter gates anchorage replacements for the Chickamauga Lock project, as required in the contract drawings and technical specifications.

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 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Pre-Fabrication Submittals

Delivery / Shipping Plan; G

A plan describing in detail the proposed delivery methods of the fabrications shall be submitted for approval. The plan shall be submitted at least 30 calendar days prior to the proposed delivery of any item.

Fabrication Schedule; G

A schedule outlining the fabrication and delivery dates shall be submitted for approval. The schedule shall be submitted within 30 days after the contract award and monthly thereafter.

1.3 FABRICATION SCHEDULE

A fabrication schedule shall be submitted within 30 days of issuance Notice to Proceed (NTP) and monthly thereafter. Schedule shall reflect major milestones for the contract, i.e. material procurement, plate cutting, fabrication, machining, painting, delivery, etc. Completed work shall be clearly identified on the schedule updates.

1.4 INSPECTIONS AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

1.4.1 General

Not withstanding other provisions of this contract, all materials and work to be performed under this contract shall be inspected and accepted by the Contracting Officer or his authorized representative(s). The Contracting Officer or his authorized representative shall be the individual(s) solely authorized to reject materials, disapprove or approve any work in progress, or order or direct any revision or change to the plans and specifications as presently shown and stated.

1.4.2 Access to Work

The Contractor shall provide safe access to the fabrication facility and any other areas where work on this contract is performed to permit inspection by the Government.

1.5 FABRICATION SHOP STORAGE

Mill steel, fabricated items, and appurtenances shall be stored in a manner to prevent permanent deflection, distortion, or other damage. Rubber seals and UHMW blocks shall be stored in as cool a place as practicable, preferably at 70 degrees F or less; and in no case shall the rubber or UHMW be stored in the open or exposed to the direct rays of the sun.

1.6 DELIVERY OF FABRICATIONS

All fabrications shall be delivered to Chickamauga Lock, 5400 Lake Resort Dr., Chattanooga, TN 37415. The Government will inspect and accept (or reject) all deliveries. The Government will off-load and store the fabrications. The structures shall be arranged on the delivery vehicles such that no damage occurs during shipping. All sling lifting lugs shall be directed up.

The Contractor must submit a Delivery / Shipping Plan for approval by the Contracting Officer. The plan shall describe in detail the proposed methods of delivery of the fabricated items. The plan shall address equipment, machinery and site limitations identified in the specifications and discussed at a pre-delivery meeting between the Contractor and the Contracting Officer. The plan shall be submitted at least 30 calendar days prior to proposed delivery of any item. The plan shall include, but not be limited to the following:

a. Type and size of truck and/or trailer to be used for delivery.

b. Location and description of intermediate assembly or handling areas (if any) between the fabrication location and the delivery location.

c. Cranes and other lifting and positioning equipment that will be required.

d. Packaging of components.

e. Blocking.

Deliveries shall be made between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Mondays through Thursdays, except on Federal Holidays. Deliveries shall be arranged with the POC at least 72 hours before they can occur.

1.7 NON-DISCLOSURE OF GOVERNMENT INFORMATION

Neither the Contractor, nor Contractor personnel, shall divulge or release data or information developed or obtained under performance of this work statement, except to authorized Government personnel or upon written approval of the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall not use, disclose, or reproduce proprietary data which bears a restrictive legend, other than as specified in this work statement.

Neither the Contractor nor the Contractor's employees shall disclose or cause to be disseminated, any information concerning the operations of the activity which could result in, or increase the likelihood of, the possibility of a breach of the activities, security or interrupt the continuity of its operation.

All inquiries received by the Contractor for information concerning work performed under this contract shall be referred to the Government for evaluation under the Freedom of Information Act of 1975, Public Law 93-502, 5 U.S.C., Section 552. The determination of whether records will be released will remain with the Government. The Contractor shall assist the COR in compiling information or records for submission upon request by the Government.

The Contractor shall not release any information (including photographs, files, public announcements, statements, denials, or confirmations) on any portion of the subject matter of this contract or any phase of any program hereunder without the prior written approval of the COR. All documentation showing individuals, names or other personal information will be controlled and protected. The provisions of the Privacy Act of 1974, Public Law 93-579, 5 U.S.C., Section 552a, shall apply.

1.8 MEDIA FREE OF VIRUSES, ETC

The contractor shall ensure all media, electronic files, etc., it provides to the government shall be free of viruses, Trojan horses, bots, worms, malware, defects, or any other harmful item of a destructive nature.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 EXECUTION (Not Used)

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