Amendment W912WJ24Q0156-0002.pdf

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

Amendment 0002 is to revise the Statement of Work and provide responses to questions from industry, questions and responses Nos. 5-8 are applicable to this amendment.

The solicitation closing date remains August 28, 2024 at 5:00 pm Eastern.

All other terms and conditions remain unchanged.

1. CONTRACT ID CODE PAGE OF PAGES

1 16

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

16C. DATE SIGNED

BY 19-Aug-2024

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 W912WJ24Q0156

X 9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

08-Aug-2024

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 is extended, X 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 1 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)

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

19-Aug-2024

CODE

U S ARMY ENGR DISTRICT, NEW ENGLAND

696 VIRGINIA RD

CONCORD MA 01742-2751

W912WJ 7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than item 6)

4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQ. NO.

CODE

See Item 6

FACILITY CODECODE

jennifer.m.samela@usace.army.milEMAIL:978-318-8324TEL:

JENNIFER M SAMELA / ADDED BY UPASS

W912WJ24Q0156

SECTION SF 30 BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

SUMMARY OF CHANGES

SECTION SF 30 - BLOCK 14 CONTINUATION PAGE

The following have been modified:

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

QUESTION 1: Is the anticipated period of performance this fall or spring of 2025?

RESPONSE 1: Refer to PWS, 4. Schedule. Government intends for this work to be performed in the fall of 2024.

QUESTION 2: What is the thickness of base course at the parking lot expansion area

(new pavement section)?

RESPONSE 2: Currently in the new expansion area there is grass and no base course beneath the grass, The grass, and any rocks will be removed and a base course put down in this area. The base course shall be between 100- 300mm or 4-6” thick.

QUESTION 3: What is the reclamation depth of the parking lot and access road?

RESPONSE 3: Reclamation depth shall be 6 inches.

QUESTION 4: Section 13. Execution, paragraph C, says to remove and reset granite curbing. Is all the curb being removed and reset? Please provide rough LF for bidding purposes.

RESPONSE 4: The granite curbing pieces are approximately 86’ in length and will be pulled and reset.

QUESTION 5: Please clarify and confirm the number and locations of all loop detectors within pavement reclamation areas, SOW states there is one in the “Public Parking Lot” and one in the “Access Road”.

RESPONSE 5: One loop detector in the access Road. Please refer to Amendment 0001, SOW, II. Technical, 10. Existing Conditions

QUESTION 6: Please clarify if all existing sections of curb in the public parking lot are to be removed and reset, squared with the face of pavement.

RESPONSE 6: Yes, they are to be removed and reset, squared with the pavement face.

Refer to SOW, 13. Execution, c. iii.

QUESTION 7: Please confirm if the existing granite which is to be reset is backed with concrete and if once it is reset, if it will need to be backed with concrete.

RESPONSE 7: It is unknown if the existing curbing is backed with concrete. A site visit is encouraged.

Yes, once the granite curbing is reset, it should be backed with concrete.

Refer to SOW, 13. Execution, c., iv.

QUESTION 8: In the S.O.W., 13. Execution, d), Optional Task to Reclaim and Repave

Access road, ii, please confirm that the new electromagnetic induction loop conductors are intended to be set in the base course (reclaimed pavement and gravel base course), and not in the new pavement binder or the wear course.

RESPONSE 8: Refer to Amendment 0001, SOW, 13. Execution, d) ii.

SECTION C - DESCRIPTIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

The following have been modified:

STATEMENT OF WORK

PARKING LOT PAVING, ACCESS ROAD PAVING,

AND PARKING SPACE LINE STRIPING

HODGES VILLAGE DAM

OXFORD, MA

REVISED STATEMENT OF WORK

I. GENERAL

1. Summary:

The Contractor shall provide all materials, equipment, and labor required to reclaim and repave the Hodges Village Dam public parking lot, expand and pave the basin office parking lot, parking space line striping in public parking lot, and option task of asphalt reclaim and repave of access road. See attached map for square footage information, and photos for more information. All work shall be completed in accordance with the following Statement of Work.

*Note: This work requires the following submittals prior to commencement of work:

ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter) Appropriate Licenses and Certifications First Aid and CPR Certificates Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) Material Specification Sheets

2. Location:

Hodges Village Dam is located at 30 Howarth Rd. Oxford, MA 01507

3. Site Visits:

The project areas are open to the public at any time. Interested vendors can inspect the existing conditions of the work area at any time. No extra payment will be allowed for perceived additional work caused by unfamiliarity with site conditions and requirements.

Site visit is scheduled for: Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 9:00 am Eastern

30 Howarth Road, Oxford, MA 01507

After contract award, the Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) for this project is Project Manager Nicole Giles: (978) 318-8411 (Office line) or via email at Nicole.C.Giles@usace.army.mil.

4. Schedule:

The period of performance shall be completed no later than 90 days after Notice to Proceed. The project area will be open to the Contractor Monday through Friday 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM and all work must be done during those hours unless additional hours are approved by the TPOC. No work shall be done on weekends or Government holidays.

All preconstruction submittals shall be submitted within 30 days of Notice to Proceed. The government reserves up to 21 days for review and acceptance on each submittal/ resubmittal from the date of receipt. If revisions are necessary to the submittals, the Contractor shall make such revisions and shall be resubmitted to the government in an acceptable form within 14 days of the government’s response, unless additional time is granted by the government in writing. No field work may proceed prior to the acceptance of preconstruction submittals.

5. Safety Requirements

a) General: All work shall be conducted in accordance with the U.S. Army Corps of

Engineers (USACE) Safety and Occupational Health Requirements (EM 385-1-1, most recent edition), and all applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), federal, state, and local safety and health requirements. A copy of EM 385-1-1 can be accessed electronically at the following link:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/EM%20385-1- 1%20_EFFECTIVE%2015March2024.pdf

Project staff reserve the right to cease work at any time should the safety of employees, Contractors, and/or the public become jeopardized.

b) Accident Prevention Plan: The Contractor shall prepare a site-specific Accident

Prevention Plan. The APP must be written by a Competent Person (CP) and document the specific work processes, equipment, materials to be used, hazards and applicable control measures.

The mandatory ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) must be submitted and accepted prior to beginning on site work:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6293_2023Aug31.

pdf

A preparatory meeting shall be conducted by the prime Contractor to discuss the APP contents with all effected onsite employees. The Prime Contractor is responsible for informing the subcontractors of the safety provisions under the terms of the contract, the penalties for noncompliance, and inspecting subcontractor operations to ensure that accident prevention responsibilities are being carried out.

Daily safety meetings shall be held and documented. Records shall be available to the Technical Point of Contact upon request.

c) Activity Hazard Analysis: An AHA shall be submitted and accepted for each definable feature of work (DFOW) in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Chapter 2-6.

A DFOW is defined as any task, which is separate and distinct from other tasks, has separate control requirements, or is identified as different trades or disciplines.

The AHA shall be continuously reviewed and revised to address changing site conditions as appropriate.

For a non-mandatory formatted outline of an AHA, see ENG Form 6206 (Activity Hazard Analysis) https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6206_2023Aug24.

pdf

d) Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) Requirements: Contractor shall employ a minimum of one person to function as a Level 3, SSHO. A Level 3 SSHO is a designated Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) with Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) responsibility that meets the requirements of EM 385- 1-1, Chapter 2-3.b and 2-4.b.

Level 3 SSHOs must have training, knowledge, and/or experience identifying hazards and implementing controls for the work being performed.

The SSHO shall be present at the project site and be responsible for overseeing the implementation of the prime Contractor’s SOH program. Contractor shall designate all SSHOs on a mandatory ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter):

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Eng_Form_6282_2023Aug28.

pdf

e) First-Aid and CPR Personnel Requirements: For shifts with multiple employees, provide at least two employees that are certified to administer First Aid and CPR.

When employees work alone, they must be certified in First Aid and be provided an effective means of communication to call for assistance in the event of an emergency. Minimum First Aid and CPR qualifications are outlined in EM 385-1- 1, Chapter 3-3.

f) Additional Personnel Requirements: Other Competent Person (CP) or Qualified Persons (QP) may be required per EM 385-1-1 and/or other sections of this Scope of Work, based on the definable features of work for this project.

g) Accident Reporting: All accidents and near misses shall be investigated by the Contractor and reported to the TPOC in accordance with EM 385-1-1, Table 2-1.

The mandatory ENG Form 3394 shall be completed and submitted to the TPOC within seven (7) days of an incident:

https://www.publications.usace.army.mil/Portals/76/Publications/EngineerForms/E ng_Form_3394_2021Aug.pdf

Employee Exposure Data: The Contractor shall electronically report total employee work hours (including subcontractors) to the TPOC by close of business on the 10th calendar day of the following month.

6. Preconstruction Conference:

Prior to the start of any work, the Technical Point of Contact will schedule and conduct a “Pre-Construction Conference”. The Contractor’s Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel will be physically present to attend this meeting.

The Contractor shall directly oversee all work on the project and the Project Manager and Quality Control Personnel shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Contractor. This conference will be held at the time and location agreeable to the Government and Contractor. No work may be performed under this contract prior to this conference. The purpose of the conference is to enable the Technical Point of Contact to outline the procedures that will be followed by the Government in its administration of the contract, and to discuss the performance that will be expected from the Contractor. This conference will allow the Contractor an opportunity to ask questions about the Government’s administration and inspection of contract work or obtain other pertinent information that might be required. At the Pre-Construction conference the Contractor shall provide the name of the project superintendent with a telephone number for project coordination.

The following is a general list of items for discussion during the Preconstruction Conference:

a) Authority of the TPOC

b) Contractor’s Safety Program (including sub-contractors)

c) Accident Prevention Plan

d) Activity Hazard Analysis

e) Work Plan

f) Daily Safety Meetings (Documented on NED Form 251)

g) Accident Reporting (ENG Form 3394)

h) Correspondence, Communication and Administrative Procedures.

i) Invoice and payment

j) Material Specifications

7. Permits:

The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses, permits, and letters of certification. The Contractor shall comply with any applicable federal, state, county, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations in connection with the performance of the work specified under this contract.

8. Security:

The Contractor will comply with all established security policies at the Project. Due to periods of heightened security that may affect the access to the areas covered under this contract, areas may be subject to periodic closures, which in turn may reduce or inhibit the Contractor’s ability to access certain areas. During periods of heightened security, the Government reserves the right, at any time, to close any property or portion of property and reschedule and/or cancel any subsequent work in an area. The Contractor shall be given at least 24-hour notice of any such closure.

9. Payment:

Payment shall be made on a per job basis. After final inspection and acceptance by the Government, the Contractor must submit an invoice and a completed, signed US Army Corps of Engineers ENG93 form to the TPOC.

The invoice shall include the invoice date, contract number, dates of work, description of work, quantities, process, and total amount due per line item.

For jobs greater than 30 days the Contractor may request progress payments.

All invoices may be mailed to:

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 48 Old Oxford Rd Charlton, MA 01507 or sent via email to Nicole.C.Giles@usace.army.mil

10. Damage to Government and Private Property:

The Contractor shall be responsible for restoring any government facilities or structures damaged as a result of the firm’s operation. The Contractor shall also be responsible for any damage to private property or injury to any person as a result of the firm’s operations. The Contractor shall notify the TPOC immediately of damage to government and private property and injury to any person resulting from the firms’ operation.

11. Point of Contact Requirements:

The Contractor shall provide a telephone number and a point of contact for discussion of any contractual matters to the TPOC.

12. Contractor’s Personnel:

a. Minimum Personnel Requirements - The Contractor shall provide an adequate number of fully qualified personnel to perform the specified work properly and efficiently within the time limits specified. The Contractor shall provide a list of the names and contact phone numbers for all employees prior to them working on Government Property.

Note: At least one (1) of the Contractor employees on site shall be able to communicate effectively and efficiently with project staff.

b. Employee Conduct - The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that the

Contractor’s employees strictly comply with Code of Federal Regulations Title 36, Chapter III, Part 327, and all Federal, state, and municipal laws. Any personnel activity, which, in the opinion of the Government, is deemed detrimental to the performance of the contract may result in the removal of Contractor employee/employees.

Examples of unbecoming actions or conduct include but are not limited to the following:

i. Cursing, harassment, or discrimination of and/or unwarranted physical contact with visitors, USACE personnel, or other Contractors

ii. Recurring written and/or verbal complaints from visitors, USACE personnel, or other Contractors.

iii. Unsafe operation of vehicles while on USACE property.

c. Removal of Contractor’s Employees - The TPOC may require the Contractor to immediately remove from the work site any employee of the Contractor or subcontractor, who, in the opinion of the TPOC, endangers persons or property, or whose physical or mental condition is such that it would impair the employee’s ability to satisfactorily perform assigned work. Notification to the Contractor shall be promptly made in writing if time and circumstances permit.

Otherwise, notification shall be verbal or by telephone, and shall be confirmed in writing as soon as possible. No such removal, however, will reduce the Contractor’s obligation to perform all work required under this contract, and immediate replacement will be made as required. This requirement shall not be made the basis of any claim for compensation or damages against the United States or any of its officers or agents.

II. TECHNICAL

1. Submittals:

Although the Government reviews submissions required by this statement of work, it is emphasized that the Contractor’s work must be completed using proper internal controls and review procedures. The Government reserves up to 21 days for review and acceptance on each submittal/resubmittal from the date of receipt. If revisions are necessary to the submittals, the Contractor shall make such revisions and shall resubmit to the Government in acceptable form within 14 days of the Government’s response, unless additional time is granted by the Government in writing.

The documents identified below must be prepared in accordance with the applicable standards, submitted to the TPOC for review and accepted by the Government.

a. Preconstruction Submittals: Submitted within 30 days of Notice to Proceed.

Submittals must be accepted before the commencement of any field work.

ENG Form 6293 (Accident Prevention Plan Worksheet) ENG Form 6282 (Site Safety and Health Officer Designation Letter) Appropriate licenses and certifications First Aid and CPR Certificates Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA) Material Specification Sheets

b. Other Submittals: The documents identified below shall be prepared in accordance with the applicable standards, submitted to the TPOC for review, and accepted by the government prior to final payment:

Compaction Test Results

2. Clean-Up:

The Contractor shall practice good housekeeping to maintain a safe job site.

The contractor shall keep the work area, including any storage areas, free from the accumulation of waste materials. Upon completing work in an area, the contractor shall remove any tools, equipment, and materials that are not the property of the government. Upon completion of work, the contractor shall clean up the job site to the satisfaction of the government. All construction debris shall be disposed of off-site.

3. Government Resources:

The contractor is responsible for providing all materials to complete the project. Unless specified in the contract, the government will not provide any equipment, electrical services, telephone services, or other resources. The Government will supply those items specified below (inductive loop wire, loop sealant).

4. Omissions:

This contract may not cover all specified activities, steps, and procedures required to supply the contract product. In case of omission, the normal industry, state, or federal standards, practices, specifications, and/or guides shall prevail. In no instance shall an omission be reason to produce less than an acceptable product.

5. Quality Assurance:

The Contractor is responsible for the quality control of the contract work. The government has the right to inspect and test all items called for by the contract, to the extent practicable at all times and at all places during the term of the contract.

6. Other Contracts:

The government may undertake or award other contracts for additional work not related to this contract, and the Contractor shall fully cooperate with other Contractors and government employees. The Contractor shall not commit or permit any act, which will interfere with the performance of work by another Contractor, or by government employees.

7. Environmental Protection:

Water, air, and land resources shall not be adversely impacted. The Contractor is responsible for taking all necessary steps to ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local environmental laws and regulations. The Contractor will not receive additional payment for environmental protection measures.

Storage, fueling and lubrication of equipment and motor vehicles shall be conducted in a manner that affords the maximum protection against spills and evaporation. Storage and usage of lubricants and daily fueling of machinery and equipment shall occur at least 50 feet from any drainage inlets, water bodies (rivers, streams, and lakes), and environmentally sensitive areas (wetlands, vernal pools).

8. Sustainability:

All products provided by the Contractor must meet the recycled content requirements set forth by the Environmental Protection Agency. Under the Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines (CPG) program, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) designates products that are or can be made with recovered materials and recommends practices for buying these products. Any designated product that is being offered or supplied under this contract shall meet the minimum recommended content levels as identified under the CPG program. Visit https://www.epa.gov/smm/comprehensive-procurement-guideline-cpg-program for a complete list of designated products and the associated recommended contents levels.

Offerors must be able to demonstrate that each offered products meets minimum content levels upon request.

Furthermore, the Contractor should also meet the BioPreferred Program requirements. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) designates certain bio-based products for federal procurement and specifies minimum bio-based content levels for those products. Any designated product that is being offered or supplied under this contract shall meet USDA BioPreferred's minimum bio-based content level. Visit the BioPreferred web site https://www.biopreferred.gov/BioPreferred/faces/pages/ProductCategories.xhtml for the complete list of designated products and the associated minimum bio based content level requirements.

9. Receiving and Storing Materials:

The Contractor is responsible for protecting any stored material until it is placed in service. The Contractor is responsible for receiving and unloading of delivered goods. Government employees will not receive material or supplies for the Contractor and will not be responsible for damage to Contractor equipment or material. The use storage and staging area must be coordinated with the TPOC.

10. Existing Conditions:

a) Public Parking Lot:

i. Asphalt surface is approximately 188’ long by 80’ wide.

ii. Existing pavement exhibits numerous cracks.

iii. Parking lot has a magnetic vehicle loop in the asphalt for counting vehicle traffic.

iv. One (1) water valve shutoff even with the surface of the parking lot

v. Electrical/communication conduits run approximately 28” below the surface grade of parking lot.

b) Basin Office Parking Lot and Driveway:

i. Driveway is approximately 83’ in length by 13’ wide.

ii. Basin Office parking lot is approximately 45’ long by 35’ wide.

iii. Shows signs of extensive cracking.

c) Access Road:

i. Asphalt surface, approximately 508’ long by 21’ wide.

ii. Existing pavement exhibits extensive transverse and longitudinal cracks (see photos)

iii. A guardrail runs along the south. The distance between pavement and guardrail varies between 10” to 1’ approximately.

iv. Electromagnetic induction wire loop for vehicle traffic counter to be removed and replaced as part of this contract.

11. References:

a) Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Transportation Standard

Specifications for Highways and Bridges (2024)

b) American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

(AASHTO) Standard Specification for Emulsified Asphalt (2020)

c) ASTM International D1557 Standard Test Methods for Laboratory

Compaction Characteristics of Soil Using Modified Effort (56,000 ft-lbf/ft3 (2,700 kN-m/m3))

12. Product Requirements:

a) Aggregate Base Course:

i. Aggregate Base Course material shall conform to M2.01.7 of the MA

DOT specifications for Dense-Graded Crushed Stone.

b) Reclaimed Pavement Base Course:

i. Reclaimed Pavement Base Course material shall conform to the requirements of M1.09.0 of the State Specifications.

c) Hot Mix Asphalt:

i. Hot mix asphalt (HMA) for binder course and surface course shall conform to the applicable requirements of Section 460 and Section M3.06.0 of the MA DOT specifications for Hot Mix Asphalt Pavement.

ii. Hot mix asphalt job-mix formulas (JMFs) shall be obtained from a supplier regularly producing HMA under Section 460 of the MA DOT specifications.

iii. The HMA binder course shall conform to the requirements listed in Table A of Section M3.06.0 of the MA DOT specifications for HMA Base/Intermed. Course - Binder.

iv. The HMA surface course shall conform to the requirements listed in Table A of Section M3.06.0 of the MA DOT specifications for HMA Surface Course - Standard Top.

d) Tack Coat:

i. Bituminous material used for the tack coat shall be emulsified asphalt, grade RS-1 conforming to AASHTO M 140.

e) ¾ in Crushed Stone:

i. ¾ “crushed stone material shall conform to the requirements of M2.01.4 of the MA DOT specifications for ¾ “crushed stone.

f) Electromagnetic Induction Wire Loop:

i. 14-guage, 36 strand tinned copper inductive loop wire (supplied by

Government/ Cost $500)

ii. One-part polyurethane loop sealant (supplied by Government/ Cost

$112)

g) Parking Space Striping Paint:

i. Paint shall be formulated to be used on asphalt paving.

ii. Thermoplastic striping paint shall be used for durability.

iii. Parking space striping paint shall be yellow in color, RAL1023 Traffic

Yellow.

iv. Handicap parking space and symbol paint shall be Federal Standard 595B.

v. Hi-Visibility glass beads shall be placed on striping paint when still wet.

h) Topsoil:

i. Topsoil material shall conform to the requirements of M1.05.0 of the MA DOT specifications for loam.

i) Seed mix:

i. Perennial ryegrass suitable for New England cold hardiness (Zone 6 of the USDA Plant Hardiness Map

13. Execution:

a) General:

i. All work and materials shall conform with the lines, grades, elevations, dimensions, material requirements, and testing requirements that are specified in this statement of work.

ii. The Contractor is responsible for all layout and field engineering required for the completion of this project. The government will not provide any survey services.

iii. The Contractor shall verify that the actual site conditions are consistent with the existing conditions depicted in this contract.

Discrepancies, omissions, and errors shall be reported to the TPOC prior to the start of construction.

iv. It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide and maintain erosion prevention and sedimentation control measures as conditions require.

Erosion and sedimentation control measures shall be pre-approved by the TPOC.

v. All fill required beyond what is available from onsite excavation of existing pavement areas shall be furnished by the Contractor.

Additional fill will be selected excavated material from an approved site. All borrow removal arrangements are the responsibility of the Contractor.

vi. The Contractor shall provide protection to surrounding pavement, vegetation, structures, and utilities within the work area that are to remain in place. Damages caused by the Contractor shall be repaired or restored to original condition at the Contractor’s expense.

vii. At the completion of work, all disturbed areas and new pavement shall be smooth with sufficient slope to allow for proper drainage and no ponding. All disturbed areas not noted to receive pavement or other treatment shall receive 6“minimum of topsoil, perennial ryegrass seed, and straw blankets or another erosion control measure approved by the TPOC.

viii. The Contractor shall verify underground utility locations with the Dig Safe prior to any excavation work.

ix. New hot mix asphalt pavement shall meet other type pavements at locations shown. The existing pavement, including areas to be repaired, shall be sawcut to provide a neat vertical surface. The junction shall be neatly made to the satisfaction of the TPOC. All edges of the existing pavement shall be coated with tack coat material prior to placement of any hot mix asphalt pavement.

b) Basin Office parking lot expansion:

i. Remove grass, topsoil, roots, and stones.

ii. Prep expanded area that will be paved for base course.

iii. Parking lot length will be expanded by approximately 20’ from 45’ in length to 65’ in length.

iv. Parking lot width will be expanded by approximately 4’ from 35’ wide to

39’ wide.

v. Base course shall extend 6” beyond edge of pavement.

vi. Additional aggregate base course material may be added if necessary.

vii. Compact base course to 95% maximum density of ASTM D1557.

viii. Parking lot shall have a minimum 2% slope to allow for proper drainage.

c) Reclamation of existing pavement in public and basin office parking lots:

i. Prior to pavement reclamation work, the Contractor shall verify the locations of existing utilities. During reclamation, the Contractor shall provide protection to all utilities and structures that are to remain after demolition. Damages shall be repaired by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

ii. Prior to the start of reclamation work, pull granite parking lot curbing and reset curbing so the pieces are aligned straight, and level and squared to the face of pavement.

iii. Once granite curbing is reset, it shall be backed with concrete.

iv. During reclamation, protect existing asphalt and concrete surfaces that will remain post-construction.

v. Unless otherwise specified in this contract, disposal of all demolished materials and construction debris is the responsibility of the Contractor. All demolished materials and construction debris must be disposed of offsite in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws at no additional cost to the Government.

vi. All existing asphalt layers in the parking lots shall be removed in a manner that minimizes disturbance to the existing base course.

vii. Parking lot pavement shall be reclaimed and used as a component of the base course.

viii. Parking lots shall have a minimum 2% slope to allow for proper drainage.

d) Option Task to Reclaim and Repave Access Road:

i. Prior to pavement reclamation work, the Contractor shall verify the locations of existing utilities. During reclamation, the Contractor shall provide protection to all utilities and structures that are to remain after demolition. Damages shall be repaired by the

Contractor at no additional cost to the Government.

ii. Remove electromagnetic induction wire loop and replace with two new Government supplied wire loops adjacent to each other (one as a spare) after reclamation. Each loop shall be 6’ X 6’ and saw cut into the base binder course and epoxy sealed (supplied by Government) before final paving layer. Final wiring connections will be completed by the Government and tested before paving. See attached induction loop installation guide.

iii. During reclamation, protect existing asphalt and concrete surfaces that will remain post-construction.

iv. Unless otherwise specified in this contract, disposal of all demolished materials and construction debris is the responsibility of the Contractor. All demolished materials and construction debris must be disposed of offsite in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws at no additional cost to the Government.

v. Pavement shall be crowned along the centerline of the roadway with a cross slope of 2%.

vi. Access road pavement shall be reclaimed and used as a component of the base course.

vii. ¾ “crushed stone shoulder shall be placed along southern edge of access road.

viii. Crushed stone shoulder shall extend 1’ beyond edge of pavement.

Crushed stone surface shall be 0.5” below the pavement surface.

e) Base Course for parking lots and access road:

i. Base course shall extend 6” beyond edge of pavement.

ii. Additional aggregate base course material may be added if necessary.

iii. Compact base course to 95% maximum density of ASTM D1557.

f) Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA):

i. HMA pavement shall be constructed in accordance with the specified construction methods of Section 460 of the State Specifications.

ii. The HMA binder course shall be placed and compacted in two lifts to obtain a compacted thickness of 2”.

iii. A tack coat shall be applied to the surface of the new HMA binder course and the vertical edges of existing pavement.

iv. The HMA surface course shall be placed in one layer and compacted to obtain a compacted thickness of 1.5”.

v. Compaction shall be performed in accordance with the paragraph "Compaction" under Subsection 460 of the State Specifications.

vi. New pavement shall match the grades and elevations at the existing edge of the roadway to the maximum extent possible.

g) Parking Space Line Striping:

i. Paint thirteen (13) regular perpendicular parking spaces which are 9’ x 18’ and one (1) perpendicular handicap space which is 9’ x 18’ in the public parking lot at Hodges Village Dam.

ii. Apply Hi-Visibility glass beads while paint striping is still wet.

iii. Line striping shall mirror the existing conditions pre-paving.

(End of Summary of Changes)