W912P923B0002-Attachment 1- Specifications.pdf

US Army Corps of Engineers St. Louis District

NAVIGATION AND ECOSYSTEM

RESTORATION PROGRAM

MOORE’S TOWHEAD

ILLINOIS RIVER RESTORATION

CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

SOLICITATION NUMBER: W912P9-22-X-XXX

CONTRACT NUMBER: W912P9-22-X-XXX

AUGUST 2022

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

DI VI SI ON 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTI NG REQUI REMENTS

00 08 00 SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

DI VI SI ON 01 - GENERAL REQUI REMENTS

01 11 30 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

01 13 20 PROJECT SCHEDULE

01 15 00 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES

01 22 00.22 15 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 26 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 42 00 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

01 45 00.00 10 QUALITY CONTROL

01 45 00.15 10 RESIDENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM CONTRACTOR MODE(RMS CM)

01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

DI VI SI ON 31 - EARTHWORK

31 32 39 BIOENGINEERING PRACTICES FOR PLACEMENT OF WOODY BUNDLES

DI VI SI ON 32 - EXTERI OR I MPROVEMENTS

32 22 73.22 STONE MATERIAL FOR RIVER TRAINING STRUCTURES

DI VI SI ON 35 - WATERWAY AND MARI NE CONSTRUCTI ON

35 22 23.22 RIVER TRAINING STRUCTURES CONSTRUCTION DETAILS - ILLINOIS

RIVER, MILES 80-0

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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 00 08 00

SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RIGHTS-OF-WAY

1.2 PUBLIC UTILITIES AND PRIVATE IMPROVEMENTS

1.3 DAMAGE TO WORK.

1.4 QUANTITY SURVEYS

1.5 PARTIAL PAYMENT

1.6 CERTIFICATES OF COMPLIANCE

1.7 PURCHASE ORDERS

1.8 SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS MANUAL EM 385-1-1

1.9 ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS AND REPORTING

1.10 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROGRAM

1.11 DAILY INSPECTIONS

1.12 ENVIRONMENTAL LITIGATION

1.13 TIME EXTENSIONS FOR UNUSUALLY SEVERE WEATHER

1.14 RIVER STAGE LIMITATIONS

1.15 SUBCONTRACTS

1.16 REQUIRED INSURANCE - WORK ON A NON-GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION.

1.17 PROTECTION OF MATERIAL AND WORK

1.18 CONTAMINATION OF WATER

1.19 COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

1.20 ORDER AND COORDINATION OF WORK

1.21 SUBMITTALS

1.22 MEANS OF ESCAPE FOR PERSONNEL QUARTERED OR WORKING ON FLOATING

PLANT

1.23 EMERGENCY ALARMS AND SIGNALS

1.24 USE OF MECHANIZED EQUIPMENT ON FLOATING PLANT

1.25 OBSTRUCTION OF NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS (DEC 1991) DFARS 252.236-7002

1.26 SIGNAL LIGHTS

1.27 INSPECTION FACILITIES

1.28 STONE SOURCES

1.29 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS

1.30 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 00 08 00

SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RIGHTS-OF-WAY

a. Rights-of-way and/or construction easements for construction purposes will be furnished by the Government without cost to the Contractor as indicated in subparagraph b. below.

b. Construction permits have been obtained by the Government covering the area where the work will be performed. The work area extends 350 feet downstream from dike centerline at a point on the ordinary high water line on the Illinois River; thence 100 feet landward, at right angles to the ordinary high water line; thence 500 feet upstream and parallel to the ordinary high water line; thence riverward at right angles to the last described course to a point on the ordinary high water line; thence 150 feet downstream along the ordinary high water line, to the point of the beginning. The right of entry permit will generally encompass a somewhat larger area that extends 150 feet downstream from the downstream end of the work location, as determined from aerial photos, at a point on the ordinary high water line on the Illinois River; thence 100 feet landward at right angles to the ordinary high water line; thence upstream parallel to the ordinary high water line, to a point 150 feet upstream of the dike centerline;

thence riverward at right angles to a point on the ordinary high water line 150 feet upstream of the dike centerline. Right of entry permits for the revetment repair locations will be broad enough to encompass an area beginning on the ordinary high water line at least 150 feet downstream of the downstream end of the work area; thence 100 feet landward; thence upstream parallel to the ordinary high water line, to a point at least 150 feet upstream of the upper end of the repair area; thence at right angles to a point on the ordinary high water line.

1.2 PUBLIC UTILITIES AND PRIVATE IMPROVEMENTS

a. Unless otherwise specified, shown on the drawings, or stated in writing by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall not move or disturb any public utilities or private improvements. Such removals, alterations, and/or relocations, where necessary, will be made by others. The locations shown on the drawings for underground utilities are approximate only. The exact locations of such utilities shall be determined by the Contractor in the field prior to commencing construction operations in their vicinity.

b. The attention of the Contractor is directed to the possibility that public utilities or private improvements may be encountered within the construction limits, some of which may be buried, and the existence of which is presently not known. Should any such utilities or improvements be encountered, the Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer so that a determination may be made as to whether they shall be removed, relocated, or altered. After such determination is made, the Contractor shall, if so directed by the Contracting Officer, remove, relocate, or alter them as required and an equitable adjustment will be made. In the event the Contracting

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Officer arranges for such removals, alterations, or relocations to be performed by others, the Contractor shall cooperate with such others during the latters' removal, alteration, or relocation operations.

1.3 DAMAGE TO WORK.

The responsibility for damage to any part of the permanent work shall be as set forth in the Contract Clause entitled "Permits and Responsibilities." However, if in the judgment of the Contracting Officer any part of the permanent work performed by the Contractor is damaged by flood or earthquake, which damage is not due to the failure of the Contractor to take reasonable precautions or to exercise sound engineering and construction practices in the conduct of the work, the Contractor shall make the repairs as ordered by the Contracting Officer and full compensation for such repairs will be made at the applicable contract unit or job prices as fixed and established in the contract. If in the opinion of the Contracting Officer there are no contract unit or lump sum prices applicable to any part of such work, an equitable adjustment pursuant to the Contract Clause entitled, "Changes," of the contract will be made as full compensation for the repairs of that part of the permanent work for which there are no applicable contract unit or lump sum prices. Except as herein provided, damage to all work (including temporary construction), utilities, materials, equipment, and plant shall be repaired to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at the Contractor's expense, regardless of the cause of such damage.

1.4 QUANTITY SURVEYS

The Contractor shall have a Professional Land Surveyor registered in the state the work is being accomplished conduct original and final earthwork surveys. Surveys shall be performed in the presence of the Contracting Officer and all field survey notes be initialed by the Government Representative and furnished to the Government within 24 hours unless directed otherwise by the Contracting Officer.

1.5 PARTIAL PAYMENT

At the discretion of the Contracting Officer, partial payment will be made for equipment delivered and stored on site or off site providing such storage is in accordance with the provisions of these specifications and the Contractor furnishes satisfactory evidence that title to such equipment has been acquired and that it will be utilized on the work covered by these specifications. Partial payment is defined as the invoice amount plus shipping costs. If the equipment is stored off site, the Government shall have the right to inspect the equipment.

1.6 CERTIFICATES OF COMPLIANCE

Any certificates required for demonstrating proof of compliance of materials with specification requirements shall include the signature and title of an official authorized to certify in behalf of the manufacturing company and shall contain the name and address of the Contractor, the project name and location, and the quantity and date or dates of shipment or delivery to which the certificates apply. Copies of laboratory test reports submitted with certificates shall contain the name and address of the testing laboratory and the date or dates of the tests to which the report applies. Certification shall not be construed as relieving the Contractor from responsibility for furnishing satisfactory material if, after tests are performed on selected samples, the material is found not

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1.7 PURCHASE ORDERS

Purchase orders for other than stock materials showing the firm names and addresses and list of material shall be furnished to the Contracting Officer or an authorized representative as soon as issued.

1.8 SAFETY AND HEALTH REQUIREMENTS MANUAL EM 385-1-1

The Safety and Health Requirements Manual EM 385-1-1 forms a part of these specifications. EM 385-1-1 and its changes are available at http://www.publications.usace.army.mil/USACEPublications/Engineer-Manuals/ .

Contractor shall be responsible for complying with the current edition and all changes posted on the web as of the effective date of this solicitation.

1.9 ACCIDENT INVESTIGATIONS AND REPORTING

Refer to EM 385-1-1, Paragraph 01.D. Accidents, involving contractor and/or subcontractor employees performing any work or related work on a USACE project, shall be investigated and reported immediately to the Contracting Officer or authorized Contracting Officer's representative.

This reporting requirement applies to on-site or off-site accidents. Upon receipt of the initial accident report notification, the Contracting Officer shall issue additional guidance concerning continuing project operations which may include a "cease work" directive. If a cease work directive is issued, the Contractor will not be allowed to resume work related to the accident until all conditions of the "cease work" directive are met. After the initial notification, the Contractor shall ensure a formal investigation is conducted and reports are completed by the immediate supervisor of the employee(s) involved and reported to the Contracting Officer or an authorized representative within one working day after the accident occurs. The accident Investigation report shall be made on ENG Form 3394.

1.10 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PROGRAM

Refer to Contract Clause FAR 52.236-13 entitled, "Accident Prevention".

Within 15 days after receipt of Notice of Award of the contract, and at least 7 days prior to the prework conference, the Accident Prevention Program shall be submitted in RMS to the Contracting Officer for review.

See EM 385-1-1 Appendix A (2014 Edition) and checklist included at the end of this section for guidance in creating the Accident Prevention Plan.

The program shall also include a copy of company policy statement of accident prevention and any other guidance statements normally provided new employees. Each company employee shall be required to sign the company policy statement of accident prevention to verify that all employees have been informed of the safety program, and such signed statements shall be maintained at the project site.

When marine plant and equipment are in use under this contract, the requirements of EM 385-1-1, Section 19 shall be met.

The Contractor shall not commence physical work at the site until the program has been reviewed and found acceptable by the Contracting Officer, or an authorized representative. The Contractor shall submit for approval the Activity Hazard Analysis for each phase of construction prior to the

DOCUMENT 00 08 00 Page 4 beginning of work in each phase. Also refer to Section 1 of EM 385-1-1.

1.11 DAILY INSPECTIONS

The Contractor shall perform daily safety inspections and record them in RMS. Reports of daily inspections shall be maintained at the job site.

The reports shall be records of the daily inspections and resulting actions. Each report shall include, as a minimum, the following:

a. Phase(s) of construction underway during the inspection.

b. Locations of areas inspections were made.

c. Results of inspection, including nature of deficiencies observed and corrective actions taken, or to be taken, date, and signature of the person responsible for its contents.

1.12 ENVIRONMENTAL LITIGATION

a. If the performance of all or any part of the work is ordered by a court of competent jurisdiction to be suspended, delayed, or interrupted as a result of environmental litigation, as defined below, the Contracting Officer, at the request of the Contractor, shall determine whether the order is due in any part to the acts or omissions of the Contractor or a Subcontractor at any tier not required by the terms of this contract. If it is determined that the order is not due in any part to acts or omissions of the Contractor or a Subcontractor at any tier other than as required by the terms of this contract, such suspension, delay, or interruption shall be considered as if ordered by the Contracting Officer in the administration of this contract under the terms of the Contract Clause entitled "Suspension of Work".

b. The term "environmental litigation", as used herein, means a lawsuit alleging that the work will have an adverse effect on the environment or that the Government has not duly considered, either substantively or procedurally, the effect of the work on the environment.

1.13 TIME EXTENSIONS FOR UNUSUALLY SEVERE WEATHER

a. This provision specifies the procedure for the determination of time extensions for unusually severe weather in accordance with the Contract Clause entitled, "Default (Fixed-Price Construction)". In order for the Contracting Officer to award a time extension under this clause, the following conditions must be satisfied:

(1) The weather experienced at the project site during the contract period must be found to be unusually severe, that is, more severe than the adverse weather anticipated for the project location during any given month.

(2) The unusually severe weather must actually cause a delay to the completion of the project. The delay must be beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor.

b. Upon acknowledgement of the Notice to Proceed (NTP) and continuing throughout the contract, the Contractor shall record on the daily CQC report, the occurrence of adverse weather and resultant impact to

DOCUMENT 00 08 00 Page 5 normally scheduled work. Actual adverse weather delay days must prevent work on critical activities for 50 percent or more of the Contractor's scheduled work day. The delay must be beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor. The number of actual adverse weather delay days shall include days impacted by actual adverse weather (even if adverse weather occurred in previous day), be calculated chronologically from the first to the last day of each month, and be recorded as full days. The Contracting Officer will convert any qualifying delays to calendar days, giving full consideration for equivalent fair weather work days, and issue a time extension modification in accordance with the FAR Clause 52.249-10 entitled "Default (Fixed Price Construction)".

1.14 RIVER STAGE LIMITATIONS

The Contractor should be aware that high river levels may cause work delays. The Contractor is responsible for becoming familiar with expected flow rates and river stages, and should monitor river forecasts and weather forecasts. If river levels are forecasted such that they are expected to impact work, the Government will direct the Contractor to stop work and/or remove floating plant from site and moor plant off site.

1.15 SUBCONTRACTS

In accordance with the Contract Clause entitled "Subcontracts", the Contractor shall, within seven days after the award of any subcontract by the Contractor or a Subcontractor, deliver to the Contracting Officer an electronic copy of a completed Standard Form 1413 with the original signatures of both parties.

1.16 REQUIRED INSURANCE - WORK ON A NON-GOVERNMENT INSTALLATION.

a. The Contractor shall, at its own expense, provide and maintain during the entire performance period of this contract at least the kinds and minimum amounts of insurance required in the following schedule:

(1) Workmen's Compensation . Amounts required by applicable jurisdictional statutes.

(2) Employer's Liability Insurance . $100,000

(3) Comprehensive General Liability Insurance .

Bodily Injury - $500,000 per occurrence

(4) Comprehensive Automobile Insurance .

Bodily Injury - $200,000 each person $500,000 each accident Property Damage - $ 20,000 each accident

b. Within 15 days after receipt of Notice of Award and before commencing work under this contract, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer in writing that the required insurance has been obtained. The policies evidencing required insurance shall contain an endorsement to the effect that any cancellation or any material change adversely affecting the Government's interest shall not be effective

(1) for such period as the laws of the State in which this contract is

DOCUMENT 00 08 00 Page 6 to be performed prescribe, or (2) until 30 days after the insurer or the Contractor gives written notice to the Contracting Officer, whichever period is longer.

c. The Contractor shall insert the substance of this clause, including this paragraph c, in subcontracts under this contract and shall require subcontractors to provide and maintain the insurance required in paragraph a above. The Contractor shall maintain a copy of all subcontractor's proofs of required insurance, and shall make copies available to the Contracting Officer upon request.

d. Statements of required insurance should be submitted electronically or to the following address:

Department of the Army St. Louis District, Corps of Engineers Southern Area Office, CEMVS-EC-CS 113 West Main Street, Suite 3 Jackson, Missouri 63755

1.17 PROTECTION OF MATERIAL AND WORK

The Contractor shall at all times protect and preserve all materials, supplies, and equipment of every description (including property which may be Government-furnished or owned) and all work performed. All reasonable requests of the Contracting Officer to enclose or specially protect such property shall be complied with. If, as determined by the Contracting Officer, material, equipment, supplies, and work performed are not adequately protected by the Contractor, such property may be protected by the Government and the cost thereof may be charged to the Contractor or deducted from any payments due to the Contractor.

1.18 CONTAMINATION OF WATER

In addition to the requirements set forth in SECTION 01 11 30, paragraph Protection of Water Resources, the Contractor shall take positive protective measures to prevent spillage of potential pollutant materials such as fuel, emulsion materials, chemicals etc., from storage containers or equipment, into lakes or tributary waters. Such positive protective measures may include, but are not limited to, the following:

(1) A berm enclosure of sufficient capacity to contain such materials.

(2) Security measures to prevent acts of vandalism which could result in spillage of such materials (fences, guards, etc.).

(3) Storage of such materials in an area where the terrain would preclude leakage into lake or tributary waters.

(4) Utilization of secure Government storage areas if the Contracting Officer indicates such space is available. No storage past immediate needs (2 days) without the consent of the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor shall submit its proposals for implementing the above provisions in accordance with SECTION 01 11 30, paragraph Environmental Protection Plan.

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1.19 COMMERCIAL WARRANTY

The Contractor agrees that the standard commercial equipment furnished under this contract shall be covered by the most favorable commercial warranties the manufacturer gives to any customer for such equipment, and that the rights and remedies provided herein are in addition to and do not limit any rights afforded to the Government by any other clause of this contract. The Contractor shall furnish an electronic copy of the warranties to the Contracting Officer.

1.20 ORDER AND COORDINATION OF WORK

The Contractor may start and complete the work in such order and sequence as desired subject to compliance with the following paragraphs:

a. No tree clearing is anticipated. No tree removal shall occur unless specifically authorized by the Contracting Officer. Should tree clearing be necessary, all tree clearing resulting from the USACE action will occur during the inactive season from November 1 to March 31 unless presence/probable absence survey results were obtained for the action area through appropriate bat surveys approved by the U.S.

Fish and Wildlife Services to minimize effects to currently listed bats within the project area.

b. No bald eagle nests are currently known to exist in the vicinity of the construction area; however, if bald eagle nesting activity is observed during construction activities, contractor must report observations immediately to Contracting Officer to ensure no disturbance occurs within 660 feet.

1.21 SUBMITTALS

Additional submittals for this contract that are not listed within individual technical provisions are listed below. 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 Preconstruction Submittals

Accident Prevention Program; G Statements of Required Insurance; G

SD-06 Test Reports

Ledge Testing; G

1.22 MEANS OF ESCAPE FOR PERSONNEL QUARTERED OR WORKING ON FLOATING PLANT

Two means of escape shall be provided for assembly, sleeping, and messing areas on floating plants. For areas involving 10 or more persons, both means of egress shall be through standard size doors opening to different exit routes. Where 9 or fewer persons are involved, one of the means of escape may be a window (minimum dimensions 24-inch by 36-inch) which leads to a different exit route. Refer to Section 19 of EM 385-1-1.

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1.23 EMERGENCY ALARMS AND SIGNALS

a. Alarms. Emergency alarms shall be installed and maintained on all floating plant requiring a crew where it is possible for either a passenger or crewman to be out of sight or hearing from any other person. The alarm system shall be operated from the primary electrical system with standby batteries on trickle charge that will automatically furnish the required energy during an electrical-system failure. A sufficient number of signaling devices shall be placed on each deck so that the sound can be heard distinctly at any point above the usual background noise. All signaling devices shall be so interconnected that actuation can occur from at least one strategic point on each deck.

b. Signals.

(1) Fire Alarm Signals. The general fire alarm signal shall be in accordance with para 97.13-15b of the Coast Guard Rules and Regulations for Cargo and Miscellaneous Vessels, Subchapter I, 1 Sep 77 (CG 257).

(2) Abandon Ship Signals. The signal for abandon ship shall be in accordance with paragraph 97.13-15c of reference cited in (1) above.

(3) Man-Overboard Signal. Hail and pass the word to the bridge.

All personnel and vessels capable of rendering assistance shall respond.

c. Mooring Lines. Eye loops on mooring lines will be equipped with beckets or handling ropes to protect the hands of deckhands.

1.24 USE OF MECHANIZED EQUIPMENT ON FLOATING PLANT

When mechanized equipment is operated on floating plant the Contractor shall provide positive and acceptable means of preventing this equipment from moving or falling into the water. The type of equipment addressed by this clause includes front-end loaders, bulldozers, trucks (both on- and off-road), backhoes, track hoes, and similar equipment. If the Contractor plans to use such equipment on floating plant, an Activity Hazardous Analysis must be developed for this feature of work. The plan must include a detailed explanation of the type or types of physical barriers, curbs, structures, etc., which will be incorporated to protect the operator and prevent the equipment from entering the water. Nonstructural warning devices may be considered for situations where the use of structural barriers is determined to be impracticable. The Activity Hazard Analysis must thoroughly address the procedure and shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer for review and acceptance prior to start of this feature of work.

1.25 OBSTRUCTION OF NAVIGABLE WATERWAYS (DEC 1991) DFARS 252.236-7002

a. The Contractor shall--

(1) Promptly recover and remove any material, plant, machinery, or appliance which the contractor loses, dumps, throws overboard, sinks, or misplaces, and which, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer, may be dangerous to or obstruct navigation;

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(2) Give immediate notice, with description and locations of any such obstructions, to the Contracting Officer, and

(3) When required by the Contracting Officer, mark or buoy such obstructions until the same are removed.

b. The Contracting Officer may--

(1) Remove the obstructions by contract or otherwise should the Contractor refuse, neglect, or delay compliance with paragraph (a) of this clause; and

(2) Deduct the cost of removal from any monies due or to become due to the Contractor, or

(3) Recover the cost of removal under the Contractor's bond.

c. The Contractor's liability for the removal of a vessel wrecked or sunk without fault or negligence is limited to that provided in Sections 15, 19, and 20 of the River and Harbor Act of March 3, 1899 (33 U.S.C. 410 et.seq.).

1.26 SIGNAL LIGHTS

The Contractor shall display signal lights and conduct its operations in accordance with the General Regulations of the Department of the Army and of the Coast Guard governing lights and day signals to be displayed by towing vessels with tows on which no signals can be displayed, vessels working on wrecks, dredges, and vessels engaged in laying cables or pipe in submarine or bank protection operations, lights to be displayed on dredge pipe lines, and day signals to be displayed by vessels of more than 65 feet in length moored or anchored in a fairway or channel, and the passing by other vessels of floating plant working in navigable channels, as set forth in Commandant U.S. Coast Guard Instruction M16672.2, Navigation Rules: International-Inland (Comdtinst M16672.2) or 33 CFR 81 Appendix A (International) and 33 CFR 84 through 33 CFR 89 (Inland) as applicable.

1.27 INSPECTION FACILITIES

a. In order to facilitate inspection, the Contractor will be required, without additional cost to the Government:

(1) To furnish, on the request of the Contracting Officer or any inspector, the use of such boats, boatmen, laborers, and material forming a part of the ordinary and usual equipment and crew of the plant as may be reasonably necessary in inspecting the work.

(2) To furnish, on the request of the Contracting Officer or any inspector, suitable transportation from all points on shore designated by the Contracting Officer to and from the various pieces of plant.

b. Should the Contractor refuse, neglect, or delay compliance with these requirements, the specific facilities may be furnished and maintained by the Contracting Officer, and the cost thereof will be deducted from any amounts due or to become due the Contractor.

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1.28 STONE SOURCES

a. On the basis of information and data available to the Contracting Officer, stone meeting the quality requirements of these specifications has been produced from the sources listed at the end of these Special Clauses.

b. Stone may be furnished from any of the currently listed sources or, at the option of the Contractor, may be furnished from any other source designated by the Contractor and accepted by the Contracting Officer, subject to the conditions hereinafter stated.

c. It is the Contractor's responsibility to determine that the stone source or combination of sources selected are capable of supplying the quantities and gradation needed and at the rate needed to maintain the scheduled progress of the work.

d. After the award of the contract, the Contractor shall designate in writing only one source or one combination of sources from which stone will be furnished. If the Contractor proposes to furnish stone from a source not currently listed, only a single additional source for stone may be designated. Samples for acceptance testing shall be provided as required by SECTION 32 22 73.22. If a source for stone so designated by the Contractor is not accepted for use by the Contracting Officer, the Contractor may not propose other sources but shall furnish the stone from a source listed at no additional cost to the Government.

e. Acceptance of a source of stone is not to be construed as acceptance of all material from that source. The right is reserved to reject materials from certain localized areas, zones, strata, or channels when such materials are unsuitable for stone as determined by the Contracting Officer. Materials produced from a listed or unlisted source shall meet all the requirements of SECTION 32 22 73.22, of the Technical Provisions of these specifications.

f. If the Contractor proposes to furnish stone from a source or sources listed, he shall submit Department of transportation ledge testing information from within the past 12 months. Selected ledge or ledges for producing crushed stone shall meet the following MINIMUM requirements: Stone shall weigh more than 155 lbs/cubic foot. The stone shall also have an absorption less than 2 percent. The Contractor shall also schedule a site visit to the quarry to inspect the proposed ledge(s) that stone will be produced. The Government shall be included in the scheduling of the site visit and a minimum 72-hour notice shall be given.

1.29 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS

In accordance with the provisions of Subpart 36.201(Evaluation of Contractor Performance) of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), construction contractor's performance shall be evaluated throughout the performance of the contract. The United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) follows the procedures outlined in Engineering Regulation 415-1-17 to fulfill this FAR requirement. For construction contracts awarded at or above $100,000.00, the USACE will evaluate contractor's performance and prepare a performance report using the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS), which is a web-based system. After an evaluation (interim or final) is written up by the USACE, the contractor will have the ability to access, review and comment on the evaluation for a period

DOCUMENT 00 08 00 Page 11 of 30 days. Accessing and using CPARS requires specific software, called PKI certification, which is installed on the user's computer. The certification is a Department of Defense requirement and was implemented to provide security in electronic transactions. The certification software could cost approximately $110 - $125 per certificate per year and is purchased from an External Certificate Authorities (ECA) vendor.

Current information about the PKI certification process and for contacting vendors can be found on the web site: http://www.cpars.navy.mil/. If the Contractor wishes to participate in the performance evaluation process, access to CPARS and PKI certification is the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

1.30 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

The security requirements described below apply to all contract personnel (including employees of the prime Contractor ("Contractor") and all subcontractor employees) supporting the performance requirements of this contract. The Contractor is responsible for compliance with these security requirements. Questions regarding security matters shall be addressed to the designated Government representative (e.g.o Contracting Officer Representative (COR). Requiring Activity (RA) representative. or Contracting Officer (if a COR or other RA representative is not appointed)). Contract personnel are critical to the overall security and safety of US Army Corps of Engineers (USAGE) installations. facilities and activities. and security awareness training contributes to those efforts.

The Department of Defense (DoD) and Army security training requirements specified below, if applicable, are performance requirements; all applicable contract personnel shall complete initial training within 30 days of contract award or the date new contract personnel begin performance on the contract. Within five business days from the completion of training, the Contractor shall provide written documentation (e.g.o email or memorandum) to the Government representative. The documentation shall include the names of contract personnel trained and which training they completed; the Contractor shall maintain training records as part of their contract files and be prepared to provide copies of training certificates to the Government representative. Contractor personnel and vehicles are subject to search when entering federal installations.

Additionally, all contract personnel shall comply with Force Protection Condition (FPCON) measures, Random Antiterrorism Measures (commonly referred to as "RAMs"), and Health Protection Condition (HPCON) measures.

The Contractor is responsible for meeting performance requirements during elevated FPCON and/or HPCON levels in accordance with applicable RA plans and procedures --this includes identifying mission essential and non-mission essential personnel. In addition to the changes otherwise authorized by the changes clause of this contract. should the FPCON or HPCON levels at any individual facility or installation change, the Government may implement security changes that affect contract personnel.

The Contractor shall ensure all contract personnel are aware of their security responsibilities. including any site-specific requirements identified in local policies or procedures.

All contract personnel shall receive initial and annual refresher training from the RA representative on the local suspicious activity reporting program. This locally developed training provides contract personnel with general information on suspicious behavior, and guidance on reporting suspicious activity to the project manager, security representative or law enforcement entity.

Contractors shall comply with the requirements set forth in FAR clause

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52.222-54 Employment Eligibility Verification and FAR Subpart 22.18 in using the E-Verify Program at (https:/twww.e-verify.gov/) (website subject to change) to meet the contract employment eligibility requirements.

Contractors are encouraged to cooperate with Federal and State agencies responsible for enforcing labor requirements to include eligibility for employment under United States immigration laws in accordance with FAR 22.102-1(i). An initial list of verified/ eligible candidates shall be provided to the COR no later than three business days after the initial contract award. When contracts are with individuals, the individuals will be required to complete a Form 1-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, and submit it to the Contracting Officer to become part of the official contract file.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not used.

PART 3 EXECUTION

Not used.

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Item Description Yes No N/A

1. Signature sheet

a. Includes the name, signature, and title of the Plan Preparer (Qualmed person, i.e. corporate safety staff person, QC)

b. Includes the name, signature,and tiUe of the Plan Approver {e.g.

owner, company president, regional vice presiden

c. Includes the name{s), signature(s), and title{s) for Plan Concurrence (provide concurrence of other applicable corporate and project personnel(contractor))

2.Background information

a. Includes the Contractor Name.

b. Includes the Contract Number.

c. Includes the Project Name.

d. Includes the Brief Project Description.

e. Includes the Location of the Project {map).

f. Includes a means to evaluate the work being done (see AHA requirements in 01.A.13) and associated hazards involved.

g. Addresses the identified hazards involved and the control measures to be taken.

3. Statement of Safety and Health Policy detailing their commitment to providing a safe and healthfulworkplace for all employees.

4.Responsibilities and Lines of Authorities a.Includes the identification and job responsibilities of personnel responsible for safety - at both corporate and project level - including their resumes.

b.Includes the lines of authority.

5. Training- new hire SOH orientation training at the time of initial hire of each new employee and any periodic retraining/recertification requirements 6.Procedures for job site inspections - assignment of responsibilities and frequency CESO Checklist A-01,Sep 14

U.S.Army Corps of Engineers Safety Inspection Checklist

Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan

Inspector Name (Print) Inspector Signature

This checklist serves as a guide only. It does not replace or eliminate the need to comply with the requirements set forth in Engineering Manual 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, dated XX September 2014.The references Included In this checklist correspond to the applicablesections of EM 385-1-1.

If service, supply and R&D contracts with limited scopes are awarded, the contractor may submit an abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan. This APP shall address the following areas at a minimum. If other areas of the EM 385-1-1 are pertinent to the contract, the contractor must assure these areas are addressed as well.

Remarks (Any NO or N/A Item)

Date of Inspection

Location (Plant or Facility) Contract Number

Contractor Name Project Name

Date of Inspection

7.Procedures for reporting man-hours worked and reporting and investigating any accidents as soon as possible but not more than 24 hours afterwards to the Contracting Officer/Representative

(CO/COR).

8.Emergency Planning. Employees working alone shall be provided an effective means of emergency communication. This may be cellular phone, two-way radio or other acceptable means. The selected means of communication must be readily available and must be in working condition.

9.Drinking Water provisions, toilet and washing facilities.

10.First Aid and CPR training (at least two employees on each shift shall be qualified/certified to administer first aid and CPR) and provision of first aid kit (types/size).

11.Personal Protective Equipment

a. Work Clothing - Minimum Requirements. Employees to wear clothing suitable for the weather; minimum requirements for work shall be short-sleeve shirt, long pants (excessively long or baggy pants are prohibited) and leather work shoes. If AHA determines safety-toed (or other protective) footwear is necessary (i.e., mowing, weed eating, chain saw use, etc), they shall be wom.

b.Eye and Face Protection. Eye and face protection shall be worn as determined by an analysis of the operations being performed HOWEVER, all involved in chain saw use, chipping,stump grinding, pruning operations, grass mowing, weed eating and blowing operations shall be provided safety eyewear (Z87.1) as a minimum.

c. Hearing Protection. Hearing protection must be worn by all exposed to high noise activities {includes grass mowing/trimming, chainsaw operations, tree chipping, stump grinding and pruning) d.Head Protection. Hard hats shall comply with ANSIZ89.1 and shall be wom by all workers when a head hazard exists. At a minimum, hard hats shall be worn when performing activities identified in {b) above e.High Visibility Apparel shall comply with ANSI/ISEA 107, Class 2 requirements at a minimum and shall be worn by all workers exposed to vehicular or equipment traffic.

f.Protective Leg chaps shall be wom by all chainsaw operators.

g. Gloves of the proper type shall be worn by persons involved in activities that expose the hands to cuts,abrasions, punctures, bums and chemicalirritants.

h. If work is being performed around water and drowning is a hazard, PFD's must be provided and worn as appropriate.

12.Machine Guards and safety devices. Lawn maintenance equipment must have appropriate guards and safety devices in place and operational.

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U.S.Army Corps of Engineers Safety Inspection Checklist

Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan Remarks (Any NO or N/A item)

13. Hazardous Substances. When any hazardous substances are procured, used, stored or disposed, a hazard communication program must be in effect and MSDSs shall be available at the worksite. Employees shall have received training in hazardous substances being used. When the eyes or body of any person may be exposed to corrosives, irritants or toxic chemicals, suitable facilities for quick drenching or flushing of the eyes and body shall be provided within 10 seconds of the worksite.

14. Traffic control shall be accomplished in accordance with DOrs

MUTCD.

15. Control of Hazardous Energy (Lockout/Tagout). Before an employee perfonns any servicing or maintenance on any equipment where the unexpected unergizing or startup of the equipment could occur, procedures must be in place to ensure adequate control of

16. Driving, working on (i.e., working with equipmenUmowers) while on slopes, working from/in boats/skiffs, etc shall also be considered and dealt with accordingly.

Other Remarks

CESO Checklist A-01,Sep 14

Remarks (Any NO or N/A Item)

U.S.Army Corps of Engineers Safety Inspection Checklist

Abbreviated Accident Prevention Plan

1. Signature sheet

a. Includes the name, signature, and title of the Plan Preparer (Qualified person, i.e. corporate safety staff person, QC )

b. Includes the name, signature, and title of the Plan Approver (e.g. owner, company president, regional vice president ) (HTRW activities require approval of a Certified Industrial Hygienist, a Certified Safety Professional may approve the plan for operations involving UST removal where contaminants are known to be petroleum, oils, or lubricants).

c. Includes the name(s), signature(s), and title(s) for Plan Concurrence (provide concurrence of other applicable corporate and project personnel (contractor)) (e.g. Chief of Operations, Corporate Chief of Safety, Corporate Industrial Hygienist, project manager or superintendent, project safety professional, project

QC. )

2. Background information

a. Includes the Contractor Name.

b. Includes the Contract Number.

c. Includes the Project Name.

d. Includes the Brief Project Description.

e. Includes the Location of the Project (map).

f. Includes the Contractor Accident Experience (Copy of OSHA

g. Includes the Listing of Phases of Work and Hazardous Activities Requiring an Activity Hazard Analyses (AHA).

3. Statement of Safety and Health Policy. Includes a copy of the corporate safety policy. (In addition to the corporate policy statement, a copy of the corporate safety program may provide a portion of the information required by the accident prevention

4. Responsibilities and Lines of Authorities

a. Includes the identification and job responsibilities of personnel responsible for safety - at both corporate and project level – including their resumes.

b. Includes the lines of authority.

CESO Form A-02 Sep 13

Remarks (Any NO or N/A item)

Form A-02 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Accident Prevention Plan Checklist

Date of Inspection

Location (Plant or Facility) Contract Number

Contractor Name Project Name

Inspector Name (Print) Inspector Signature

This checklist serves as a guide only, it does not replace or eliminate the need to comply with the requirements set forth in Engineering Manual 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements Manual, dated XX Sept 2014. The references included in this checklist correspond to the applicable sections of EM 385-1-1.

5. Training

a. Includes the list of subjects to be discussed with employees at safety indoctrination.

b. Includes the list of mandatory training and certifications applicable to this project (e.g., explosive actuated tools, confined space entry, crane operator, diver, vehicle operator, HAZWOPER training and certification, PPE ) and any requirements for periodic retraining / recertification.

c. Includes the identity requirements for emergency response training.

d. Includes the outline requirements (who attends, when given, who will conduct, etc. ) for supervisory and employee safety

6. Safety and Health Inspections

a. Includes the name(s) of individual(s) responsible for conducting safety inspections. (e.g., PM, safety professional, QC, supervisors, employees )

b. Includes proof of inspector's training / qualifications.

c. Indicates when inspections will be conducted.

d. Furnished sample forms upon which inspections will be recorded.

e. Indicates deficiency tracking system and follow-up procedures.

f. Includes the names of competent and / or qualified person(s) and proof of competency / qualification to meet specific OSHA competent / qualified person(s) requirements.

g. Includes any external inspections / certifications which may be required. (e.g., US Coast Guard )

7. Safety and Health Expectations, Incentive Programs, and Compliance

a. Includes the company's written safety program goals, objectives, and accident experience goals.

b. Includes a brief description of the company's safety incentive programs (if any ).

c. Includes the policies and procedures regarding noncompliance with safety requirements (to include disciplinary actions for violation of safety requirements).

d. Includes the written company procedures for holding managers and supervisors accountable for safety.

8. Mishap Reporting

a. The plan identifies how, when, and who shall complete the Exposure data (man-hours worked).

b. The plan identifies how, when, and who shall complete mishap investigations, reports, and logs.

c. The plan identifies how, when, and who shall make immediate notification of major mishaps.

CESO Form A-02 Sep 13

Remarks (Any NO or N/A item)

Form A-02 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Accident Prevention Plan Checklist (cont’d)

9. Plans (Programs, Procedures) required by the Safety Manual

a. Fatigue Management Plan (01.A.20)

b. Emergency response plans:

(1) Procedures & Test (01.E.01)

(2) Spill Plans (01.E.01, 06.A.02)

(3) Fire Fighting Plan (01.E.01; 19.A)

(4) Posting of Emergency Telephone Numbers (01.E.05)

(5) Man overboard/abandon ship (19.A.04)

(6) Medical Support. Outline on-site medical support and off-site medical arrangements including rescue and medical duties for those employees who are to perform them, and the name(s) of on-site Contractor personnel trained in first aid and CPR. A minimum of two employees shall be certified in CPR and first-aid per shift/site (Section 03.A; 03.D)

c. Plan for prevention of alcohol and drug abuse (01.C.02)

d. Site Sanitation Plan (Section 02.B)

e. Medical Support Plan, (03.A.01; 03.A.06; 03.D)

f. Bloodborne Pathogen Plan (03.A.05)

g. Exposure Control Plan (03.A.05)

h. Site Layout Plan (04.A)

i. Access/Haul road Plan (04.B)

j. Hearing Conservation Program (05.C)

k. Respiratory Protection Plan (05.G)

l. Health Hazard Control Program (06.A)

m. Process Safety Management Plan (06.B.04)

n. Lead Abatement Plan (06.C & Specs)

o. Asbestos Abatement Plan (06.C & Specs)

p. Radiation Safety Program (06.F)

q. Abrasive Blasting Plan (06.I)

r. Heat/Cold Stress Monitoring Plan (06.J)

s. Indoor Air Quality Management Plan (06.L)

t. Mole Remediation Plan (06.L.04)

u. Chromium (VI) Exposure Evaluation (06.M)

v. Crystalline Silica Assessment (06.N)

w. Lighting Evaluation (07.A)

x. Lighting Plan for Night Operations (07.A.09) CESO Form A-02 Sep 13

Form A-02 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Accident Prevention Plan Checklist (cont’d)

Date of Inspection

Based on a risk assessment of contracted activities and on mandatory OSHA compliance programs, the Contractor shall address all applicable occupational risks and compliance plans. Using the EM 385-1-1 as a guide, plans may include but not be limited to:

9. Plans (Programs, Procedures) continued.

y. Traffic Control Plan (08.C.05)

z. Fire Prevention Plan (09.A.01)

aa. Wild Land Fire Management Plan (09.L)

bb. Arc Flash Hazard Analysis (11.B)

cc. Assured Equipment Grounding Control Program (AEGCP), (11.D.05, App D)

dd. Hazardous Energy Control Plan, (12.A.01)

ee. Standard Pre-Lift Plan (LHE) (16.A.03, 16.L.15)

ff. Critical Lift Plan – LHE (16.H)

gg. Naval Architectural Analysis (16.L)

hh. Contingency Plan for Severe Weather (19.A.03)

ii. Man Overboard/Abandon Ship (19.A.04)

jj. Float Plan (19.F.04)

kk. Fall Protection Program, (21.D);

ll. Demolition/Renovation Plan (to include engineering survey), (23.A.02)

mm. Rope Access Program, (24.H.02)

nn. Excavation/Trenching Plan, (25.A.01)

oo. Underground construction fire prevention and protection Plan, (26.D.01)

pp. Compressed Air Plan, (26.I.01)

qq. Formwork and Shoring Erection and Removal plan, (27.C)

rr. PreCast Concrete Plan, (27.D) ss Lift. slab plans, (27.E)

tt. Masonry Bracing Plan, (27.F.01)

uu. Steel Erection Plan, (28.B)

vv. Explosives Safety Site Plan (ESSP) (29.A)

ww. Blasting Plan, (29.A; 26.J)

xx. Underwater Dive Operations Plan, (30.A.14, 16, )

yy. Tree Felling/Maintenance Program, (31.A)

zz. Aircraft/Airfield Construction Safety & Phasing Plan, (32.A.02) aaa. Site Safety and Health Plan (HTRW), (33.B) bbb. Confined Space Entry Program, (34.A.06, 07)

10. Risk Management Processes. Detailed project-specific hazards shall be identified and controls provided via Activity Hazard CESO Form A-02 Sep 13

Form A-02 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Accident Prevention Plan Checklist (cont’d)

Date of Inspection

Based on a risk assessment of contracted activities and…