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HomeMy WebLinkAbout101-99 RESOLUTION• • RESOLUTION NO. 101-99 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRACT AMENDMENfl 95D WITH BENHAM GROUP IN THE AMOUNT OF $-39,950, FOR PROPERTY SURVEYS TO ESTABLISH THE RIGHT OF WAY ALONG DICKSON STREET; AND APPROVING ABSTRACT WORK ASSOCIATED WITH THE RESEARCH OF PROPERTIES IN THE AMOUNT OF $10,000, FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $41,950. Scala. CP-ap' µi,J 811114'1 BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS: Section 1. That the City Council hereby approves a contract amendment with Benham Group in the amount of $39,950 for property surveys to establish the right of way along Dickson Street and approves abstract work associated with the research of properties in the amount of $10,000; and authorizes the Mayor and City Clerk to execute said contract amendment. A copy of the contract is attached hereto marked Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof. PASSEIQ AND APPROVED this • �. !. \ • ./ • '.,• ATTEST: B Heather Woodruff, City lerk 3 d day of _ August , 1999. APPROVED:,) By. APPROVED/ Fred Hanna, Mayor • XX AGENDA REQUEST FROM: Don Bunn Name • AGENDA REQUEST FORM Public Wks Admin Division COUNCIL RECEIVE.° AUG 0 2 1999 C YFAYET OF OFFICE MEETING OF August 3, 1999 Public Works Department ACTION REQUIRED: Approval of Contract Amendment No 1 with the Benham Group for property surveys on Dickson Street in the amount of $ 41,950.00 COST TO CITY: $ 41,950.00 Cost -This Request 4470 9470 5809 00 Account Number 98097-10 Project Number $ Z.3-4.'4)&3 Category/Project Budget $ _S L4,gn :. Funds Used To Date $ z, X44,778 Funds Remaining BUDGET/CQ TRACT REVIEW: Budget' Coordinator Lnt,ilAji� Accou M n -ger Al ttorne Purchasing Officer XX Budgeted Item Date '/3D-99 Date i f� Date 1-3o 91 Date Street Improvements Category/Project Name Program Name Sales Tax Fund Category Budget Add. Attached Administrative Services Director Date ADA Coo a•r Date �. /.i il.<ammo ► lid, r750491 Internal Au.i or Date STAFF RECOMMENDATION: It is the recommendation of the Staff that Contract Amendment No. amou a.f $41 1 with the Benham Group 950.00 be approved. Public orks Director part irector ` es Director dmi Ma /nfieerrvviic h 7-28-99 Date c9 --z- t Date 21h16-% ��aa�/tte Date for additional surveying work in the Cross Reference New Item: Yes No Prev Ord/Res #: 165-98 Orig Contract Date: Dec 15, 1998 • • AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTING SERVICES For the Downtown Dickson Street Enhancement Project: BETWEEN: The CONSULTANT The Benham Group 1801 Forest Hills Boulevard Bella Vista, AR 72715 THE PARTIES AGREE AS FOLLOWS: EXHIBIT A and the CLIENT City of Fayetteville, Arkansas 113 West Mountain Fayetteville, AR 72701 WHEREAS, The Benham Group (TBG) and the City of Fayetteville (City) are parties to an Agreement for Consulting Services dated December 15, 1998, (the Agreement), and, WHEREAS, the City has now determined that none of the funds appropriated for this project can be spent on improvements on private property outside the City street right of way, and therefore the location of the right of way lines and private property lines are critical and must be identified by a professional land surveyor, and, WHEREAS, in order to properly conduct the required surveys, the ownership documents and plats of record must be assembled by a certified abstractor, and, WHEREAS, TBG has obtained proposals from the Milholland Company and Washington County Abstract and Title Company, Inc. for the costs of the additional work, and, WHEREAS, all other terms and conditions of the agreement remain in force, NOW THEREFORE TBG and the City hereby mutually agree to increase the scope of work in the Agreement to include the above described surveys and title search for a maximum of 100 parcels. The City agrees to compensate TBG $ 41,950.00 for the additional work. The Contract in the Agreement is hereby increased from $346,748.04 to $ 388,698.04 . IN WITNESS TO THEIR ACCEPTANCE to the terms and conditions of this Amendment, TBG and the City hereby execute this Amendment to the Agreement for Consulting Services on this yrs -L day of flush 1999. ACCEPTED BY: ACCEPTED BY: CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS THE BENHAM GROUP By: Title: 444ya.2. genservfayl .wpd By: Gary . 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N --.1 CD 0 O o 0 pp tv 0)0)N A A 0) O C 0 0 0 0 000 000 nn n.iV Tnnun T4 AU anodD KVON38 "ESTIMATED HOURS PER DISCIPLINE" m n -I no X COes nZZ 7'O D3 y cnco rnni D -1 0 S 71 0 m N C D CO r r m wo s O A d(lO21e WVHN38 O 0 m z 0 c Z 9 -n 3 3 m m r /711) N 7 S c� 0O rr mc _' W 5. • Z rn Ss 5 CD 93 07 Na 72 c 0 VVAD VO_, � -< c rrl00 0 —I LOLL Ebb TOS Xtld ££:LT 66/LO/L0 290SSSRTOS 917:0T 66/90/L0 4 FAYETTEVI LLE THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE To: Fayetteville City Council From: Don Bunn, Assistant Public Works Director Thru: Charles Venable, Public Works Director Fred Hanna, Mayor Subject: Engineering Contract Amendment No. 1 Benham Group Dickson Street Project July 28, 1999 The staff is proposing an amendment to our contract with the Benham Group which would allow for property surveys along either side of Dickson Street from College Avenue to Arkansas Avenue. The purpose of the surveys will be to establish the right of way of Dickson Street to insure that all of the proposed work is contained within the right of way and no work is performed on private property. Attached is a copy of the proposed contract amendment with the Benham Group for the additional surveying work. The total of $41,950.00 includes not only the direct surveying cost, but also an allowance for abstract work in connection with the investigation of individual properties. Also attached is a copy of the proposal to the Benham Group from the Milholland Company. It is the recommendation of the Staff that the contract amendment be approved. • COMMENT SHEET • Project: Dickson Street Improvements Engineer/Contractor: The Benham Group Notes to Reviewers: The engineer is forwarding an executed Contract Amendment No. 1 for inclusion in the Council's agenda material. No budget adjustment is necessary for the additional funds required for this amendment Please note that the total of $41,950.00 includes both the surveys and title searches. • • FAYETTEVILLE THE CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE, ARKANSAS DEPARTMENTAL CORRESPONDENCE To: Don Bunn, Assistant Public Works Director From: Theresa Johnson, Deputy City Clerk Date: August 5, 1999 Re: Benham Group contract: Dickson Street Attached please find a copy of Resolution 101-99 and its back-up material. I have also attached one original agreement amendment for distribution to the Benham Group. The other original will be microfilmed and filed with the City Clerk's office. Please have the Benham Group forward an original Survey Contract: Addendum No. 1 to our office for our files. Thank you. cc: Yolanda Fields, Internal Auditor • 1S. 101— 1� AMENDMENT TO SUBCONTRACT AGREEMENT DOWNTOWN DICKSON STREET ENHANCEMENT From Arkansas Avenue to College Avenue This amendment is made to the Subcontract Agreement dated on the 30th day of November, 1998, between The Benham Group, Inc. (TBG) and Milholland Company Engineering and Surveying (Subcontractor). The following revisions are included in this amendment, except for those revisions, all other portions of the Subcontract Agreement remain in full force and effect. 1. SCOPE The scope of work in the Subcontract Agreement is hereby expanded to include a survey of the Dickson street right-of-way from Arkansas to College Avenue and property line surveys of approximately one hundred parcels along the street enhancement area. Ownership Documents and corresponding official subdivision Plats -of -Record to be provided by Washington County Abstract Company. City of Fayetteville to provide all documents in City Records, which are NOT FILED for public record, as an attachment to deeds, in Washington County Circuit Clerks' Office. Surveys shall be formatted in AUTOCAD, Release 13, for Dickson Street Project. 2. FEES AND PAYMENTS For and in consideration of the services to be rendered by the subcontractor, and in addition to the fee set our in the subcontract agreement, The Benham Group shall pay and Subcontractor shall receive reimbursement of all salary costs, overhead, and reimbursable expenses at rates paid by The Benham Group during the contract period including the fixed fee not to exceed an upper limit contract amount of $31.950 00 for the work included in this amendment. This upper limit contract amount includes a fixed fee of $4.173.00. The basis of this upper limit and justification for the fee is contained in the cost summary sheet attached hereto. Adjustment of the fee may be made should the Subcontractor establish and The Benham Group agree that there has been or is to be a significant change in (1) scope, complexity, or character of the services to be performed; (2) conditions under which the work is required to be performed; (3) duration of work, if changed from the time period specified in the agreement for completion of work warrants such adjustment. The attached cost summary sheet covers the classification of personnel and the salary range for all personnel anticipated to be assigned to this project by the Subcontractor. The City has not authorized overtime pay on this project. Should overtime be authorized by the City, it shall be at a rate of time and one-half for all non-exempt employees. Final payment for services shall be made upon The Benham Group's approval and acceptance upon the satisfactory completion of the Subcontractor's services. 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WITNESSETH: Section 1. SCOPE OF WORK. TBG hereby employs SUBCONTRACTOR to perform certain technical services in accordance with individual scopes of work which will be attached as separate Exhibits to this Agreement and are herein incorporated by reference and made a part of this Agreement. SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to conduct the work in a professional and timely manner in accordance with the terms of this Agreement. Section 2 INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIP. In the performance of the work herein SUBCONTRACTOR is an independent contractor with the authority to control and direct the performance, means and methods of the details in the Scope of Work, under this Agreement. TBG is interested only in the results obtained. SUBCONTRACTOR'S relationship to TBG is that of an independent contractor and not that of an agent or employee of TBG. Section 3. INDEMNIFICATION. To the fullest extent permitted by law, SUBCONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless TBG, its agents and employees from and against claims, damages, losses, and expenses, including but not limited to attorneys' fees and expenses in the investigation and defense of a claim arising out of negligent acts or omissions of SUBCONTRACTOR, its officers, directors, employees, agents, contractors, successors, assigns, or any for whose negligent acts it may be liable regardless of whether such negligent acts or omissions are active or passive; provided, however, SUBCONTRACTOR shall not be obligated under this Agreement to indemnify TBG for damages which are due to the sole negligence or willful acts of TBG. Section 4. ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION -MEDIATION. If a dispute arises out of or relates to this contract or its breach, and if the dispute cannot be settled through direct discussions, the parties agree to first endeavor to settle the dispute in an amicable manner by mediation by a certified mediator or a certified mediation service. This action is not binding on either party hereto and in no way will remove any legal action desired by either party. Section 5. COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT SUBCONTRACTOR shall be compensated and reimbursed on the basis identified in each Scope of Work. A. SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide sufficient detailed support data with each Invoice to allow TBG to venfy the costs incurred/charged on that invoice. 1 • After receipt of an acceptable invoice, TBG will pay the invoice amount plus or minus any adjustments mutually agreed upon, said payment to be made within 15 days after TBG receives payment from its Client. B. SUBCONTRACTOR is not authorized to perform services that are not included in Exhibits until such time TBG shall have authorized a revision of the not -to -exceed amount. TBG shall not be liable for payments of costs to SUBCONTRACTOR in excess of the not - to -exceed amount unless and until such time as TBG shall have authorized a revision to that amount in writing. Section 6. DEFAULT AND EXCUSABLE DELAYS. TBG reserves the right to cancel this Subcontract Agreement in the event of default by SUBCONTRACTOR. SUBCONTRACTOR shall not, however, be liable for damages occasioned by delays due to causes beyond SUBCONTRACTOR's control or without its fault or negligence on behalf of subcontractor, providing SUBCONTRACTOR has a duty to promptly notify TBG in writing as soon as such delay becomes apparent. Then the burden switches to TBG to determine if said delay is an excusable one. Section 7. TERM OF SUBCONTRACT. This Agreement shall remain in force from the date of execution until December 31, 1999, unless sooner terminated in accordance with Section 7, or unless extended by mutual written agreement of the parties. Section 8. TERMINATION. Notwithstanding the foregoing, TBG may terminate this subcontract prior to the completion of the work upon five (5) days written notice to SUBCONTRACTOR. In full discharge of any obligations to SUBCONTRACTOR in respect to this Agreement and of such termination, TBG shall pay all costs and noncancellable commitments incurred prior to the date of termination, and the fee earned to date of termination. SUBCONTRACTOR shall take all reasonable steps to minimize termination costs. In no event, however, shall TBG be obligated to pay SUBCONTRACTOR any amount in excess of the total amount authorized in Section 4. up to the time of termination to support the work. Section 9. INSURANCE A. Before commencing the performance of services, SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide the following minimum types and amounts of insurance and maintain such insurance in full force and effect until the expiration of any applicable statutes of limitations or of repose for claims under this Agreement: Errors and Omissions Liability Insurance - $1,000,000.00 per claim/aggregate. 2 • B. Certificates of Insurance - Prior to the commencement of the performance of services under this Agreement, Certificates of Insurance evidencing that the coverage required above has been provided shall be furnished to TBG and Owner if required. The certificates shall stipulate that insurance will not be canceled or terminated for any reason without a minimum of ten (10) days prior written notice by certified mail to TBG. Failure of Consultant to provide renewal certificates within seven (7) days after expiration of certificates or notice of cancellation termination shall entitle TBG to withhold payment to SUBCONTRACTOR until renewal certificates are received by TBG. C. Liability of Deductible Amounts - SUBCONTRACTOR shall be solely liable for the amount of any deductibles should claims or expenses (including attorneys' fees) under the above insurance require payment. D. Subcontractors and Subconsultants - SUBCONTRACTOR shall require its Subcontractors and Subconsultants to furnish the above insurance and comply with all requirements of this paragraph, including but not limited to the furnishing of certificates to TBG and Owner if required. E Conditions to be in Violation - SUBCONTRACTOR and its subcontractors or subconsultants shall not violate, or permit to be violated any conditions or warranties of the above insurance policies and shall at all times satisfy the requirements of the insurance carriers, underwriters, brokers, or agents writing said policies. Section 10. OWNERSHIP OF WORK. All reports and materials created by this work are the property of TBG and shall be delivered to TBG upon request. Subcontractor has the right to maintain copies for its records. Any report, information, exhibits, data, materials, or other work given to, prepared or assembled by SUBCONTRACTOR under this contract shall not be made available to any third party or organization by the SUBCONTRACTOR during the term of the contract or for a period of five (5) years without written approval of TBG. Section 11. COMPLIANCE WITH STATUTES AND REGULATIONS. Subcontractor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, executive orders, rules and regulations. Section 12. SEVERABILITY AND REFORMATION. Any provision or part thereof of this Agreement held to void or unenforceable under any law shall be deemed stricken, and all remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and binding upon the parties. The parties agree that this agreement shall be reformed to replace such stricken part thereof with a valid and enforceable provision which comes as close as possible to expressing the intentions of the stricken provision. 3 • • Section 13. SECTION HEADINGS. Headings, titles and paragraph captions are inserted in the Subcontract for convenience, are descriptive only and shall not be deemed to add to or distract from or otherwise modify the meaning of the paragraphs. Section 14. JURISDICTION. This Subcontract shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Oklahoma. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have agreed to and executed this Agreement as of the day and year first above written. ENHAM GROUP, INC. Address for giving Notice: 2488 E 81st Street, Suite 6000 Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137 CT/wcasubcontract.wpd WASHINGTON COUNTY ABSTRACT AND TITLE COMPANY Address for giving Notice: 70 N. College Fayetteville, AR 72702 4 • • EXHIBIT A TO THE SUBCONTRACT AGREEMENT DOWNTOWN DICKSON STREET ENHANCEMENT 1. SCOPE Research of record data for each tract of land adjacent to Dickson Street, and adjacent to all its adjoining streets and alleys for a distance of 100 linear feet from the Dickson Street right-of-way. 2. FEES AND PAYMENTS For and in consideration of the services to be rendered by the subcontractor, The Benham Group shall pay and Washington County Abstract and Title Company (WCA) shall receive reimbursement of all salary costs, overhead and reimbursable expenses at rates paid by The Benham Group during the contract penod including the fixed fee not to exceed an upper limit contract amount of $10,000.00 . This upper limit and justification for the fee is based on an estimate of 100 parcels and a cost of $100 00 per parcel. Adjustment of the fee may be made should the Subcontractor establish and The Benham Group agree that there has been or is to be a significant change in (1) scope, complexity, or character of the services to be performed, (2) conditions under which the work is required to be performed; (3) duration of work, if changed from the time period specified in the agreement for completion of work warrants such adjustment. The City has not authorized overtime pay on this project Should overtime be authorized by the City, it shall be at a rate of time and one-half for all non-exempt employees. Final payment for services shall be made upon The Benham Group's approval and acceptance upon the satisfactory completion of the Subcontractor's services. CT/wcae tha.wpd 07/07/99 ' 17`:4.s PAA JUL 410 41U4 70 N. College Box 1564 Fayetteville. AR 72702 442-8554 212 West Emma Box348 Springdale. AR 72765 751-2183 Loan Closing Office 4034 N. College. Suite F Fayetteville. AR 72703 444-0111 June 30, 1999 (Washington County c. 7t stw L & gide Company, inc. Milholland Engineering S Surveying Attn: Mr Melvin Milhol1and 205 W. Center Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 V IN RE• Dicks'n Street Project Dear Mr. Milholland: Washington County Abstract fi Title Company, Inc will provide the research that you have requeste copies of the vesting deeds, a scaled plat and copies of the Subdivisions affected by the project at the rate of $100.00 per parcel. From the date that our bid is approved and approval to proceed given, the project should be completed in no more than three weeks. Thank you for the opportunity to bid on this project and for considering Washington.Couaty Abstract and Title Company a worthy provider of these services. Please let us know if we are to go forward with the research. JD/klb .i1/,.i.aet. • g11Lelftsum.aue • dYotaus 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 /26-5 /o/-99 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications Project Manual (Bid Documents and Technical Specifications) REVISED 7/28/99 TBG #119804300 Fayetteville, Arkansas Prepared for City of Fayetteville, Arkansas #99-64 Prepared by The Benham Group 1801 Forest Hills Blvd, Bella Vista, Arkansas 72715 (501) 855-5055 til SSSosStillitgareekr r AR SIONAL a ENGINEER ` M * * * Ll fO,� No. 8525 s+ rJJlFLOII SSSS ittw 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modficadons DOCUMENT 00020 00112 00200 00310 00510 00610 00620 00640 00702 00812 00822 SECTION 01001 SECTION DOCUMENT 00002 INDEX DIVISION 0 - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS TITLE Invitation to Bid Instructions To Bidders Information Available to Bidders Bid Form Agreement Performance Bond Statutory Bond Defect Bond General Conditions Supplementary Conditions Certification of Wage Rates DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS TITLE Basic Requirements DIVISION 2 - SITEWORK SPECIFICATIONS TITLE 02051 Site Demolition 02052 Utility Demolition 02210 Site Grading 02221 Trench Excavation and Backfill 02250 Compaction Control and Testing 02501 Portland Cement Concrete Sidewalk 02513 Asphaltic Concrete Paving 02516 Pavement Markings 02528 Concrete Curbs 02601 Manholes and Cleanouts 02644 Fire Hydrants 02670 Gate Valves 00002-1 7/2899 • Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28199 Water and Sewer Modfications 02671 02678 02701 02713 02715 02722 SECTION 03301 29CFR1926P Butterfly Valves Thrust Restraints Leakage Tests Domestic Water System Water Services Sanitary Sewerage Systems MISCELLANEOUS SPECIFICATIONS AND ATTACHMENTS TITLE Cast -in -Place Concrete Reference to OSHA Trench Safety Standards 00002-2 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1 DOCUMENT 00020 1 INVITATION TO BID #99-64 Owner: City of Fayetteville, Arkansas; 113 W. Mountain; Fayetteville, Arkansas 72701 Engineer: The Benham Group;1801 Forest Hills Blvd.; Bella Vista, Arkansas 72715 (501) R55-5055 August 1 and August 8, 1999 General Contractors are invited to submit an offer under seal to the Owner, located at the above address before 11.30 AM CDT on August 16, 1999, for the Dickson Street Improvement Project — Water and Sewer Modifications. The project consists of placement of approximately 1,530LF of 12' ductile iron or PVC water main, connection of existing branch lines to the new 12' main using 6' DI or PVC water main, installation of new services to serve existing buildings from new and existing 12' main, replacement of fire hydrant piping and valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, fittings, and other appurtenances; with affiliated pavement, sidewalk, and curb repair Also included will be replacement of approximately 602 LF of 8' sanitary sewer main, replacement of approximately eight sanitary sewer services, and construction of one manhole on an existing sewer line; with affiliated pavement, sidewalk, and curb repair. Portions of the project are to be completed by November 19, 1999; with the remainder completed by February 15, 2000. 1 1 1 I General Contractors may obtain bid documents for a unit price contract from the office of the Engineer. Others may view the Bid Documents at the office of the Owner. A Bid Bond in the amount of 5 percent of the Bid Price will be required. Refer to other Bidding requirements described in the Project Manual. Submit your offer on the Bid Form I provided. Your offer must be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 60 days after submission. The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers. IThis project is subject to a minimum wage determination. "END OF DOCUMENT 00020" 1 1 1 1 1 1 00020-1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Protect 7/2899 Water and Sewer Modifications 1 DOCUMENT 00112 1 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS 1. DEFINED TERMS 1 1 Terms used in these Instructions to Bidders which are defined in the Standard General Conditions of the Construction Contract (EJCDC Document No. 1910-8,1983 ed.) have the meanings assigned to them in the General Conditions. The term 'Bidder means one who submits a Bid directly to Owner, as distinct from a sub -bidder, who submits a bid to a Bidder. The term "Successful Bidder' means the lowest, qualified, responsible and responsive Bidder to whom Owner (on the basis of Owner's evaluation as hereinafter provided) makes an award. The term 'Bidding Documents" includes the Advertisement or Invitation to Bid, Instructions to Bidders, the Bid Form, and the proposed Contract Documents (including all Addenda issued prior to receipt of Bids). 1 2. BIDDER'S REPRESENTATIONS 2.1 By submitting a Bid, the Bidder represents that: 1 1. Bidder has read and understands the Bidding Documents, and the Bid is made in accordance therewith; 2. Bidder has read and understands the Bidding Documents and contract documents, to the extent that such documentation relates to the Work for which the Bid is submitted, for other portions of the Project, 1 If any, being bid concurrently or presently under construction; 3. Bidder has visited the site, become familiar with local conditions under which the Work is 1 to be performed, and has correlated the Bidder's personal observations with the requirements of the proposed Contract Documents; and ' 4. Bid is based upon the materials, equipment, and systems required by the Bidding Documents without exception. ' 3. COPIES OF BIDDING DOCUMENTS 3.1 Complete sets of the Bidding Documents may be obtained from Engineer. 3.2 Bidding Documents will not be issued directly to Sub -bidders or others. 3.3 Complete sets of Bidding Documents must be used in preparing Bids; neither Owner nor ' Engineer assume any responsibility for errors or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets of Bidding Documents. ' 3.4 In making copies of Bidding Documents available on the above terms, the Owner and Engineer do so only for the purpose of obtaining Bids on the Work and do not confer a license or grant permission for any other 1 00112-1 1 I 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications use. 4. QUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS Bidders must be licensed as General Contractors by the State of Arkansas. No additional prequalification is required. The Owner does, however, retain the right to request qualifications statements from the apparent low bidder or other bidders if needed to determine Contractor's ability to complete the project successfully. Each Bid must contain the Bidder's Arkansas General Contractors license number. 5. MINIMUM WAGE DETERMINATION The Project is subject to a minimum wage determination. A copy of the determination is included in the Project Manual. 6. EXAMINATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SITE 6.1 It is the responsibility of each Bidder before submitting a Bid, to (a) examine the Contract Documents thoroughly, (b) visit the site to become familiar with local conditions that may affect cost, progress, performance or furnishing of the Work, (c) consider federal, state and local Laws and Regulations that may affect cost, progress, performance or furnishing of the Work, (d) study and carefully correlate Bidder's observations with the Contract Documents, and (e) notify Engineer of errors, inconsistencies, or ambiguities discovered. 6.2 Reference is made to the Supplementary Conditions for identification of: 1. those reports of explorations and tests of subsurface conditions at the site which have been utilized by Engineer in preparation of the Contract Documents. Bidder may rely upon the accuracy of the technical data contained in such reports but not upon non -technical data, interpretations or opinions contained therein or for the completeness thereof for the purposes of bidding or construction. 2. those drawings of physical conditions in or relating to existing surface and subsurface conditions (except Underground Facilities) which are at or contiguous to the site which have been utilized by Engineer in preparation of the Contract Documents. Bidder may rely upon the accuracy of the technical data contained in such drawings but not upon the completeness thereof for the purposes of bidding or construction. ' Copies of such reports and drawings will be made available by Owner to any Bidder on request Those reports and drawings are not part of the Contract Documents, but the technical data contained therein upon which Bidder is entitled to rely as provided in Paragraphs 6.2.1 and 6.2.2 are incorporated therein by reference. Such technical data ' has been identified and established in Document 00200. 6.3 Information and data reflected in the Contract Documents with respect to Underground Facilities ' at or contiguous to the site is based upon information and data furnished to Owner and Engineer by owners of such Underground Facilities or others, and Owner does not assume responsibility for the accuracy or completeness thereof unless it is expressly provided otherwise In the Supplementary Conditions. ' 6.4 Provisions concerning responsibilities for the adequacy of data furnished to prospective Bidders I I L I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/2899 Water and Sewer Modifications on subsurface conditions, Underground Facilities and other physical conditions, and possible changes in the Contract Documents due to differing conditions appear in EJCDC Document 1910-8, 1983 Ed., General Conditions and Section 00812, Supplementary Conditions. 6.5 Before submitting a Bid, each Bidder will, at Bidder's own expense, make or obtain any additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests and studies and obtain any additional information and data which pertain to the physical conditions (surface, subsurface and Underground Facilities) at or contiguous to the site or otherwise which may affect cost, progress, performance or furnishing the Work and which Bidder deems necessary to determine its Bid for performing and furnishing of the Work in accordance with the time, price, and other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents. 6.6 On request in advance, Owner will provide each Bidder access to the site to conduct such explorations and tests as each Bidder deems necessary for submission of a Bid. Bidder shall fill all holes, clean up and restore the site to its former condition upon completion of such explorations. I 6.7 The lands upon which the Work is to be performed, rights -of -way and easements for access thereto and other lands designated for use by Contractor in performing the Work are identified in the Contract Documents. All additional lands and access thereto required for temporary construction facilities or storage of ' materials and equipment are to be provided by Contractor. Easements for permanent structures or permanent changes in existing structures are to be obtained and paid for by Owner unless otherwise provided in the Contract Documents. ' 6.8 The submission of a Bid will constitute an incontrovertible representation by Bidder that Bidder has complied with every requirement of this Article 6, that without exception, the Bid is premised upon performing and furnishing the Work required by the Contract Documents and such means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures of construction as may be indicated in or required by the Contract Documents, and that the Contract Documents are sufficient in scope and detail to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for ' performance and furnishing of the Work. 7. INTERPRETATIONS AND ADDENDA I 7.1 Bidders and Sub -bidders requiring clarification or interpretation of the Bidding Documents shall make a written request which shall reach the Engineer at least seven days prior to the date for receipt of Bids. 7.2 Interpretations, clarifications, and changes of the Bidding Documents will be issued by Addenda mailed or delivered to all parties recorded by Engineer as having received the Bidding Documents. Requests received less than seven days prior to the date for opening of Bids may not be answered. Only requests answered by formal written Addenda will be binding. Interpretations, clarifications, and changes made in any other manner will not be binding and Bidders shall not rely upon them. 7.3 Addenda may also be issued to modify the Bidding Documents as deemed advisable by Owner or Engineer. 7.4 No addenda will be issued later than three days prior to the date for receipt of Bids, except an withdrawin g ng the request for Bids or one which includes postponement of the date for receipt of Bids. 00112-3 I I 11 I J J H H I H H I H H H 'I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/2899 Water and Sewer Modifications 7.5 Each Bidder shall ascertain prior to submitting a Bid that the Bidder has received all Addenda issued, and the Bidder shall acknowledge their receipt in the Bid. 8. BID SECURITY 8.1 Each Bid must be accompanied by Bid security made payable to Owner in an amount of five (5) percent of the Bidder's maximum Bid price and in the form of a Bid Bond issued by a surety meeting the requirements of the General Conditions. A letter of credit will not be acceptable in lieu of a Surety Bond. 8.2 The Bid security of the Successful Bidder will be retained until such Bidder has executed the Agreement and furnished the required contract. security, whereupon the Bid security will be returned. If the Successful Bidder fails to execute and deliver the Agreement and furnish the required contract security within fifteen (15) days after the Notice of Award, Owner may annul the Notice of Award and the Bid security of that Bidder will be forfeited as provided by law. The Owner will have the right to retain the bid security of Bidders to whom an award is being considered until either (a) the Contract has been executed and bonds, if required, have been furnished, or (b) the specified time has elapsed so that Bids may be withdrawn, or (c) all Bids have been rejected. Bid security with Bids which are not competitive will be returned within seven days after the Bid opening. 9. CONTRACT TIME The numbers of days within which, or the dates by which, the Work is to be substantially completed and also completed and ready for final payment (the Contract Time) are set forth in the Bid Form and the Agreement. 10. LIQUIDATED DAMAGES Provisions for liquidated damages, if any, are set forth in the Agreement. 11 SUBSTITUTE OR'OR-EQUAL' ITEMS The Contract, if awarded, will be on the basis of materials and equipment described in the Drawings or specified in the Specifications without consideration of possible substitute or 'or -equal' items. Whenever it is indicated in the Drawings or specified in the Specifications that a substitute or or -equal item of material or equipment may be furnished or used by Contractor, if acceptable to Engineer, application for such acceptance will not be considered by Engineer until after the Effective Date of the Agreement The procedure for submission of any such application by Contractor and consideration by Engineer is set forth in the General Conditions and may be supplemented in the General Requirements (Division 1). 00112-4 I I I I I I I I I I I Li I I Li I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 12. SUBCONTRACTORS, SUPPLIERS AND OTHERS 712899 12.1 If the Supplementary Conditions require the identity of certain Subcontractors, Suppliers and other persons and organizations (including those who are to furnish the principal items of material and equipment) to be submitted to Owner prior to the Effective Date of the Agreement, the apparent Successful Bidder, and any other Bidder so requested, shall within seven days after the Bid opening submit to Owner a list of all such Subcontractors, Suppliers and other persons and organizations proposed for those portions of the Work for which such identification is required. Such list shall be accompanied by an experience statement with pertinent information regarding similar projects and other evidence of qualification for each such Subcontractor, Supplier, person or organization if requested by Owner. If Owner or Engineer, after due investigation, has reasonable objection to any proposed Subcontractor, Supplier, other person, or organization, either may, before the Notice of Award is given, request the apparent Successful Bidder to submit an acceptable substitute without an increase in Bid price. If apparent Successful Bidder declines to make any such substitution, Owner may award the contract to the next lowest Bidder that proposes to use acceptable Subcontractors, Suppliers and other persons and organizations. The declining to make requested substitutions will not constitute grounds for sacrificing the Bid security of any Bidder. Any Subcontractor, Supplier, other person or organization listed and to whom Owner or Engineer does not make written objection prior to the giving of the Notice of Award will be deemed acceptable to Owner and Engineer subject to revocation of such acceptance after the Effective Date of the Agreement as provided in the General Conditions. 12.2 Contractor will not be required to employ any Subcontractor, Supplier, other person or organization against whom Contractor has reasonable objection. 13. BID FORM 13.1 Bids shall be submitted on forms identical to the form included with the Bidding Documents; additional conformed copies may be made by the Bidder. 13.2 AJI blanks on the Bid Form must be completed in ink or by typewriter. 13.3 Where so indicated by the makeup of the bid form, sums shall be expressed in both words and figures, and in case of discrepancy between the two, the amount written in words shall govern. 13.4 Interlineations, alterations, and erasures must be initialed by the signer of the Bid. 13.5 Bids by corporations must be executed in the corporate name by the president or a vice-president (or other corporate officer accompanied by evidence of authority to sign) and the corporate seal must be affixed and attested by the secretary or an assistant secretary. The corporate address and state of incorporation must be shown below the signature. 13.6 Bids by partnerships must be executed in the partnership name and signed by a partner, whose title must appear under the signature and the official address of the partnership must be shown below the signature. 13.7 All names must be typed or printed below the signature. 00112-5 I I I H I I I I I 14.2 The Bid Form and required attachments shall be submitted in the number of copies stated in the ' Advertisement or Invitation to Bid (Notice to Bidders). All copies shall be conformed copies made by the Bidder (at his expense) from the Bidding Documents furnished to Bidder. ' 14.3 The Bidder shall assume full responsibility for timely delivery at the location designated for receipt of Bids. Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/2899 Water and Sewer Modifications 13.8 The Bid shall contain an acknowledgement of receipt of all Addenda (the numbers of which must be filled in on the Bid Form). 13.9 The address and telephone number for communications regarding the Bid must be shown. 13.10 Bids must be priced on a unit price basis for the base contract and include a separate price for each alternative described in the specifications as provided for in the bid form. 13.11 The bid price shall include such amounts as the bidder deems proper for overhead and profit on account of cash allowances named in the contract documents. 14. SUBMISSION OF BIDS 14.1 Bids shall be submitted at the time and place indicated in the Advertisement or Invitation to Bid and shall be enclosed in an opaque sealed envelope, marked with the Project title (and, if applicable, the designated portion of the Project for which the Bid is submitted) and name and address of the Bidder and accompanied by the Bid security and other required documents. If the Bid is sent through the mail or other delivery system the sealed envelope shall be enclosed in a separate envelope with the notation "BID ENCLOSED" on the face of it. I I I I I I L 14.4 Oral, telephonic, or telegraphic Bids are invalid and will not receive consideration. 14.5 Any Bid received more than 96 hours (excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays) before the time set for opening of bids, or any bid so received after the time set for opening of bids shall not be considered and shall be returned unopened. 14.6 The Bid Bond shall be completed, executed, notarized (if required), and attached to and accompany the Bid Form. 15. MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS 15.1 Bids may be modified or withdrawn by an appropriate document duly executed (in the manner that a Bid must be executed) and delivered to the place where Bids are to be submitted at any time prior to the opening of Bids. 15.2 Withdrawn Bids may be resubmitted up to the date and time designated for the receipt of Bids provided they are then fully in conformance with these Instructions to Bidders. 00112-6 I I H H I I I I I I I Li I I I I I I L Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/2899 Water and Sewer Modifications 15.3 Bid security shall be in an amount sufficient for the Bid as modified or resubmitted. 15.4 If, within twenty-four (24) hours after Bids are opened, any Bidder files a duly signed, written notice with Owner and promptly thereafter demonstrates to the reasonable satisfaction of Owner there was a material and substantial mistake in the preparation of its Bid, that Bidder may withdraw its Bid and the Bid security will be returned. Thereafter, that Bidder will be disqualified from further bidding on the Work to be provided under the Contract Documents. 16. OPENING OF BIDS Bids will be opened and (unless obviously non -responsive) read aloud publicly. An abstract of the amounts of the base Bids will be made available to Bidders after the opening of Bids. 17. BIDS TO REMAIN SUBJECT TO ACCEPTANCE All bids will remain subject to acceptance for sixty days after the day of the Bid opening, but Owner may, in its sole discretion, release any Bid and return the Bid security prior to that date. 18. AWARD OF CONTRACT 18.1 Owner reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any and all informalities not involving price, time or changes in the Work and to negotiate contract terms with the Successful Bidder, and the right to disregard all nonconforming, nonresponsive, unbalanced or conditional Bids. Also, Owner reserves the right to reject the Bid of any Bidder if Owner believes that it would not be in the best interest of the Project to make an award to that Bidder, because the Bid is not responsive or the Bidder is unqualified or of doubtful financial ability or fails to meet any other pertinent standard or criteria established by Owner. Discrepancies in the multiplication of units of Work and unit prices will be resolved in favor of the unit prices. Discrepancies between the indicated sum of any column of figures and the correct sum thereof will be resolved in favor of the correct sum. 18.2 In evaluating the Bids, Owner will consider the qualifications of the Bidders, whether or not the Bids comply with the prescribed requirements, and such alternates, unit prices and other data, as may be requested in the Bid Form or prior to the Notice of Award. The Owner may: (1) award the Base Bid; (2) award the Alternate Bid or Bids (if alternate bids are requested or permitted); or (3) reject all bids and no award will be made. 18.3 Owner may consider the qualifications and experience of Subcontractors, Suppliers, and other persons and organizations proposed for those portions of the Work as to which the identity of Subcontractors, Suppliers, and other persons and organizations must be submitted as provided in the Supplementary Conditions. Owner also may consider the operating costs, maintenance requirements, performance data and guarantees of major items of materials and equipment proposed for incorporation in the Work when such data is required to be submitted prior to the Notice of Award. 18.4 Owner may conduct such investigations as Owner deems necessary to assist in the evaluation of any Bid to establish the responsibility, qualifications and financial ability of Bidders, proposed Subcontractors, Suppliers and other persons and organizations to perform and furnish the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents to Owner's satisfaction within the prescribed time. 00112-7 L H H I I 'J Ti .1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/2899 Water and Sewer Modifications 18.5 If the contract is awarded, the intent is that it be awarded to the lowest responsive Bidder whose evaluation by Owner indicates to Owner that the award will be in the best interests of the Project 18.6 If the contract is awarded, Owner will give the Successful Bidder a Notice of Award within sixty days after the day of the Bid opening. 19. CONTRACT SECURITY The General Conditions and the Supplementary Conditions set forth Owner's requirements as to performance and payment Bonds. When the Successful Bidder delivers the executed Agreement to Owner, it must be accompanied by the required performance and payment Bonds. 20. SIGNING OF AGREEMENT ' When Owner gives a Notice of Award to the Successful Bidder, it will be accompanied by the required number of unsigned counterparts of the Agreement with all other written Contract Documents attached. Within fifteen (15) days thereafter Contractor shall sign and deliver the required number of counterparts of the Agreement and attached documents to Owner with the required Bonds. Within ten (10) days thereafter Owner shall deliver one fully signed counterpart to Contractor. Each counterpart is to be accompanied by a complete set of the Drawings with appropriate identification. ' 21. NOT USED I I I Ii I I I L 22. NOT USED 23. RETAINAGE Provisions concerning retainage and Contractors' rights to deposit securities in lieu of retainage (if permitted) are set forth in the Agreement 'END OF DOCUMENT 00112' 00112-8 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications DOCUMENT 00200 INFORMATION AVAILABLE TO BIDDERS PART 1- GENERAL 1.1 TOPOGRAPHIC SURVEY A. The existing topography, features and level data shown on the Contract Drawings are from a ground survey performed in 1999 by Milholland Company. B. This survey identifies grade elevations prepared primarily for the use of the Engineer in establishing new grades and identifying natural drainage patterns. C. Contours should be accurate to within one-half the contour interval for 90% of the contours and the remainder should be accurate within the contour interval. However, this statement shall not be construed to constitute a warranty of any type to the Contractor. D. A copy of a topographic survey with respect to the project site is available for viewing at the office of the Engineer. 1.2 SUBSURFACE INVESTIGATION REPORT A. No subsurface investigation has been conducted. "END OF DOCUMENT 00200" Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications I I Li H I I H I I I I I I DOCUMENT 00310 BID FORM NAME OF BIDDER: PROJECT IDENTIFICATION: Dickson Street Improvement Project— Water and Sewer Modifications #99-64. THIS BID IS SUBMITTED TO: City of Fayetteville, Arkansas 113 W. Mountain Fayetteville, AR 72701 1. The undersigned BIDDER proposes and agrees, if this Bid is accepted, to enter into an Agreement with OWNER in the form included in the Contract Documents to complete all Work as specified or indicated in the Contract Documents for the Contract Price and within the Contract Time indicated in this Bid and in accordance with the Contract Documents. 2. BIDDER accepts all of the terms and conditions of the Instructions to Bidders, including without limitation those dealing with the disposition of Bid Security. This Bid will remain open for sixty days after the date of Bid opening. BIDDER will sign the Agreement and submit the Contract Security and other documents required by the Contract Documents within fifteen days after the date of OWNER's Notice of Award. 3. In submitting this Bid, BIDDER represents, as more fully set forth in the Agreement, that A. BIDDER has examined copies of all the Contract Documents and of the following addenda (receipt of all of which is hereby acknowledged): Date Number ' B. BIDDER has familiarized itself with the nature and extent of the Contract Documents, work, site, locality, availability of labor, equipment and materials, and all local conditions and laws and regulations, that in any manner may affect cost, progress, performance, or furnishing of the Work. I I C C. BIDDER has studied carefully all reports and drawings of subsurface conditions and drawings of physical conditions which are identified in Document 00200, and Paragraph SC 4.2 of the Supplementary Conditions as provided in Paragraph 4.2 of the General Conditions, and accepts the determination set forth in Document 00200 of the extent of the technical data contained in such reports and drawings upon which BIDDER is entitled to rely. I 00310-1 I I I 11 I r - I I I I I I J J I I H Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications D. BIDDER has obtained and carefully studied (or assumes responsibility for obtaining and carefully studying) all such examinations, investigations, explorations, tests and studies (in addition to or to supplement those referred to in (c) above) which pertain to the subsurface or physical conditions at the site or otherwise may affect the cost, progress, performance or furnishing of the Work as BIDDER considers necessary for the performance or furnishing of the Work at the Contract Price, within the Contract Time and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents, including specifically the provisions of Paragraph 4.2 of the General Conditions; and no additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports or similar information or data are or will be required by BIDDER for such purposes. E. BIDDER has reviewed and checked all information and data shown or indicated on the Contract Documents with respect to existing Underground Facilities at or contiguous to the site and assumes responsibility for the accurate location of said Underground Facilities. No additional examination, investigations explorations, tests, reports or similar information or data in respect of said Underground Facilities are or will be required by BIDDER in order to perform and furnish the Work at the Contract Price, within the Contract Time and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents. F. BIDDER has correlated the results of all such observations, examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports and studies with the terms and conditions of the Contract Documents. G. BIDDER has given Engineer written notice of all conflicts, errors or discrepancies that it has discovered in the Contract Documents and the written resolution thereof by Engineer is acceptable to BIDDER. H. This Bid is genuine and not made in the interest of or on behalf of any undisclosed person, firm or corporation and is not submitted in conformity with any agreement or rules of any group, association, organization or corporation; BIDDER has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to submit a false or sham Bid; BIDDER has not solicited or induced any person, firm or a corporation to refrain from bidding; and BIDDER has not sought by collusion to obtain for itself any advantage over any other Bidder or over OWNER. I 00310-2 Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 4.4. BIDDER will complete the Work for the following prices: A. UNIT PRICE SCHEDULE Item Estimated Unit Total No. Description Unit Quantity Price Price 1 Remove and dispose of SY 3,000 $ .).g • 00 $_"k, 600. 00 existing pavement 2 Furnish and install 12" water main LF 1,556 $ LI S, (X) $ `7O, 0c O. 0O 3 Furnish and install 12"x8 DI reducer EA 1 $ 3 60.o0 $ 5 O . cx) 4 Furnish and install 12"x6 DI reducer EA 1 $_3S 0.00 $ 35 O. oo 5 Furnish and install 12"x6" DI tee EA 10 $ ((nOO. 00 $ (a Oo0 •yv 6 Furnish and install 12" DI cross EA 1 $ quo . () $ giL 7 Furnish and install 12" DI 45 deg. bend EA 8 $ S nO• (X) $ 4y1)U • O0 8 Furnish and install 12" butterfly valve EA 7 $ 19S 0.00 $ l2,50.00 9 Furnish and install 12"x6" tapping EA 7 $ . S 00.d) $ I i. 5 UU • 00 sleeve and valve 10 Furnish and install 12"x2" tapping EA 13 $ 100.03$_I00 - U saddle with corporation stop and valve box 11 Furnish and install 12"x1'tapping EA 29 $ O (XO$ R'700.0O saddle with corporation stop 12 Furnish and install8"x8"tapping EA 1 $ L400-00$ )_400 •0O sleeve and valve 13 Furnish and install 6" water main LF 625 $_-f0.00 $ 14 Furnish and install 6" DI cap EA 14 $ 15 O .UU $ Z1 0O .00 15 Furnish and install 6"x4 DI reducer EA 2 $ 7 n U � OD $ L/- O O . v U 16 Furnish and install 6'x3 DI reducer EA 1 $ 7_ oo . rx) $ 2, OO 17 Furnish and install 6'x6' DI tee EA 3 $ Zoo.p) 00 $ 0700 _ 00 18 Furnish and install 6'x4' DI tee EA 2 $ o o , 0O $ (p b 0 . o 0 00310-3 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 19 Furnish and install 6" DI 45 deg. bend EA 7 $500. Du $ 3 S o o . O O 20 Furnish and install 6" gate valve EA 12 $ 1000.00 $ 1 L, coo. 00 21 Furnish and install 6"x6' EA 2 $ oO0.00 $_10 nog. 0 c� sleeve and valve 22 Furnish and install 6"x1"tapping EA 1 $ 2 00 . x $ 2 oo. 00 saddle with corporation stop 23 Furnish and install 4" water main LF 20 $ Zoo. oD $ t_- JUO. 0 O 24 Furnish and install 4" DI cap EA 2 $ 2 coo . oo $ 4OO-0 0 25 Furnish and install 4" gate valve EA 2 $ oo of $_00 26 Furnish and install 4"x4" tapping EA 2 $ 4-Q O - of $ B CX2O - Ov sleeve and valve 27 Furnish and install 1.5" DI cap EA 1 $ 1c)O -bo $ I_OO. JO 28 Furnish and install 1.5"x1" tapping EA 1 $9 n o . uo $ Z_o o . 00 saddle with corporation stop 29 Furnish and install 2" HDPE water LF 295 $j oO . oO $,29 .5OO • U O service tubing 30 Furnish and install 2" curb stop EA 8 $ oo . OO $ .24-00.00 31 Furnish and install 2"x1 -2 -way EA 2 $ U-rw - Do $ 2OO - CX) water service wyes with fittings 32 Furnish and install 2"x1' — 3 -way EA 2 $ - 00 $ I L o o . oO water service wyes with fittings 33 Furnish and install 1" HDPE water LF 815 $ S r7 • o O $ 4-O/1S().O service tubing 34 Furnish and install 1" curb stop EA 41 $ 2 oo . of $ 9 Z oO. 00 35 Furnish and install 1' Copper water LF 105 $ C . OO $ I n - O service tubing 36 Furnish and install single meter set EA 1 $ oO.o3 $ 3 Oo O o J 37 Furnish and install double meter set EA 1 $ Z (0o0 .oL $ L 000 -0 00310-4 I 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 39 40 41 42 43 45 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 Furnish and install fire hydrant assembly EA Repaint existing fire hydrant EA Replace 10" sanitary sewer line LF Remove abandoned sanitary sewer EA service Furnish and install 4" PVC replacement LF sanitary sewer services Furnish and install sanitary sewer EA cleanouts Furnish and install sanitary sewer EA wyes Construct sanitary sewer manhole EA on existing line Sanitary sewer bore and casing EA underneath railroad tracks Pavement repair, per detail SY Sidewalk repair, per detail SY Curb and gutter repair, per detail LF Rock excavation CV Furnish, install, maintain, and LS remove construction traffic signage and barricades (traffic control) Trench safety LS Mobilization LS (maximum of 5% of total of unit prices) 7 $ 22UU.QO $ ►5, c100,yU 2 $_56.00 $ o() oO 602 $ Sn.l)Q $_3O I0o.c0 1 $ Soo.nn $ Soo•o0 fri _ 2 $_4-I)l)n) $__________ BO_.c�O 1 $ 7_ncy ). cx7 $ 7_ o cxO- dJ 3,000 $_(o.OO $ I S, OOO. uu 300 $ 50.& $ IS.yoO•oo 180 $ ZO.°O $ 3G_,00.oO 100 $ .o l $ ).00 1 $;00006' tb $ 30 , 000.0O 1 $ Soco.0 $ 5<~oo c c 1 $5rxxJ.00 $ S000•oO TOTAL OF UNIT PRICES 1' Uthundre4 et`cj 4- ($ c9g 416/400) L,,, c ,.cause words) n; me h c._nchcd (figures) S;�C�57ne dD��lfvS cwt nv CPi�v�S Quantities are not guaranteed. Final payment will be based on actual quantities. 00310-5 Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1 MANDATORY INFORMATION FROM BIDDER: Water main(4through 12') pipe material may be ductile iron (DI) or PVC, per the requirements of the specifications. 1 Bidder must indicate below which material is proposed for use on the project. Failure to complete this item may cause your bid to be declared nonresponsive and thus be rejected. 1 WATER MAIN (4' THROUGH 12') PIPE MATERIAL PROPOSED FOR THIS PROJECT IS DI PVC (circle correct material) 5. BIDDER agrees that the Work will be substantially complete on or before November 19,1999 for 1 the western portion of the project and on or before February 15, 2000 for the eastern portion of the project The dividing line for the eastern and western portions of the project is Rollston Avenue, as indicated on the drawings. Bidder further agrees that the work will be completed and ready for final payment in accordance with paragraph 14.13 of the General Conditions on or before March 1, 2000. 1 6. If BIDDER is awarded this work, Performance and Payment Bonds will be provided by the following surety:• 'n / GZ 1 7%rn l�'C /l�( �r� Sua/ Name of Surety •1 i� Cz GShX BIZ QeS A 6.1 . s /4 503o3 Address of Surety 1 7. BIDDER accepts the provisions of the Agreement as to liquidated damages in the event of failure to complete the Work on time. 8. The following documents are attached to and made a condition of this Bid: A. Required Bid Security in the form of 1 b:Rbc) nd (cash, certified check, cashiers check, or bid bond) 1 9. Communications concerning this bid shall be addressed to: 1 OO o�dXlo� n h ci -2--7o I 00310-6 I ' 10. 1 1 1 I I I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications The terms used in this Bid which are defined in the General Conditions of the Construction Contract included as part of the Contract Documents have the meanings assigned to them in the General Conditions. / SUBMITTED on MtAQ'/ T Si Cc .1999 (State of Incorporation) (Corporate Seal) Attest (Name of Person Authorized to Sign) (Title) (Secretary) Arkansas General Contractor's License Number: 6)d 352 I DC/ -DO 00310-7 I L I I I I I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications DOCUMENT00510 AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is dated as of the/7 day of the year 1999by and between The City of Fayetteville, Arkansas (hereinafter called OWNER) and UIVIrD FctMA/.✓4, L.L.C. (hereinafter called CONTRACTOR) OWNER AND CONTRACTOR, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, agree as follows: Article 1. WORK. CONTRACTOR shall complete all Work as specified or indicated in the Contract Documents. The Work is generally described as follows: Placement of approximately 1,530LF of 17 ductile iron or PVC water main, connection of existing branch lines to the new 17 main using 6' DI or PVC water main, installation of new services to serve existing buildings from new and existing 17 main, replacement of fire hydrant piping and valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, fittings, and other appurtenances; with affiliated pavement, sidewalk, and curb repair. Also included will be replacement of approximately 602 LF of 8' sanitary sewer main, replacement of approximately eight sanitary sewer services, and construction of one manhole on an existing sewer line; with affiliated pavement, sidewalk, and curb repair. The Project for which the Work under the Contract Documents may be the whole or only a part is generally described as follows: Dickson Street Improvement Project, also known as Dickson Street Enhancement Project Article 2. ENGINEER. The Project has been designed by The Benham Group, Inc., who is hereinafter called ENGINEER and who will assume all duties and responsibilities and will have the rights and authority assigned to ENGINEER in the Contract Documents in connection with completion of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. Article 3. CONTRACT TIME. 3.1 The Work will be substantially complete on or before November 19, 1999 for the western portion of the project and on or before February 15, 2000 for the eastern portion of the project The dividing line for the eastern and western portions of the project is Rollston Avenue, as indicated on the drawings. Bidder further agrees that the work will be completed and ready for final payment in accordance with paragraph 14.13 of the General Conditions on or before March 1, 2000. ' 00510-1 L H I I I I I Li J J J L_1 [1 I H I I L Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 3.2 Liquidated Damages. OWNER and CONTRACTOR recognize that time is of the essence of this Agreement and that OWNER will suffer financial loss if the Work is not completed within the time specified in Paragraph 3.1 above, plus any extensions thereof allowed in accordance with Article 12 of the General Conditions. They also recognize the delays, expense and difficulties involved in proving in a legal proceeding the actual loss suffered by OWNER if the Work is not completed on time. Accordingly, instead of requiring such proof, OWNER and CONTRACTOR agree that as liquidated damages for delay (but not as a penalty) CONTRACTOR shall pay OWNER Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00) for each day that expires after the time specified in Paragraph 3.1 for Substantial Completion until the Work is substantially complete. After Substantial Completion, if CONTRACTOR shall neglect, refuse, or fail to complete the remaining Work within the Contract Time or any proper extension thereof granted by the OWNER, CONTRACTOR shall pay OWNER Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00) for each day that expires after the time specified in Paragraph 3.1 for completion and readiness for final payment. Article 4. CONTRACT PRICE. 4.1 OWNER shall pay CONTRACTOR for performance of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents in current funds as fol�wws: i(K. Total of Unit Prices..Xoz4- ' Dollars $_S%% '/f,/. OO (77tC 7/fr-o Unit prices are as listed in the attached bid form. Article 5. PAYMENT PROCEDURES. Contractor shall submit Applications for Payment in accordance with Article 14 of the General Conditions. Applications for Payment will be processed by ENGINEER as provided in the General Conditions. 5.1 Progress Payments. OWNER shall make progress payments on account of the Contract Price on the basis of CONTRACTOR's Applications for Payment as recommended by ENGINEER, within 30 days after receipt of Contractor's Application for Payment All progress payments will be on the basis of the progress of the Work measured by the schedule of values provided for in Paragraph 14.1 of the General Conditions. 5.1.1 Prior to completion of work in excess of 50% of the contract price, progress payments will be an amount equal to: Ninety percent of the Work completed, and Ninety percent of materials and equipment not incorporated in the Work but delivered and suitably stored, less in each case the aggregate of payments previously made. 5.1.2 Upon completion of a minimum of 50% of the contract price in work completed, and upon a determination by the ENGINEER that satisfactory progress is being made, and upon approval by the Contractor's surety, progress payments will be in an amount equal to: Ninety -Five percent of the Work completed, and Ninety -Five percent of the materials and equipment not incorporated in the Work but delivered and suitably stored, less in each case the aggregate of payments previously made. 00510-2 ri 11 Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28199 Water and Sewer Modifications 5.1.3 Provided at any time ENGINEER shall determine that satisfactory progress is not made, progress payments shall be made in accordance with paragraph 5.1.1 above until said time that ENGINEER shall make a new determination that progress is again satisfactory. 5.1.4 Upon Substantial Completion, OWNER shall pay an amount sufficient to increase total payments to CONTRACTOR to One Hundred percent of the Contract Price, less such amounts the ENGINEER shall determine in accordance with Paragraph 14.7 of the General Conditions. 5.2 Final Payment. Upon final completion and acceptance of the Work in accordance with Paragraph 14.13 of the General Conditions, OWNER shall pay the remainder of the Contract Price as recommended by ENGINEER as provided in said Paragraph 14.13. 1 Article 6. Not used. H I I I L. I H H I I I I Article 7. CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATIONS. In order to induce OWNER to enter into this Agreement, CONTRACTOR makes the following representations: 7.1 CONTRACTOR has familiarized himself with the nature and extent of the Contract Documents, Work locality, and with all local conditions and Laws and Regulations that in any manner may affect cost, progress or performance of the Work. 7.2 CONTRACTOR has studied carefully all reports of explorations and tests of subsurface conditions and drawings of physical conditions which are identified in the Supplementary Conditions as provided in Paragraph 4.2 of the General Conditions, and accepts the determination set forth in Document 00200 of the extent of the technical data contained in such reports and drawings upon which CONTRACTOR is entitled to rely. 7.3 CONTRACTOR has obtained and carefully studied (or assumes, responsibility for obtaining and carefully studying) all such examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports and studies (in addition to or to supplement those referred to in Paragraph 7.2 above) which pertain to the subsurface or physical conditions at or contiguous to the site or otherwise may affect the cost, progress, performance or furnishing of the Work as CONTRACTOR considers necessary for the performance or furnishing of the Work at the Contract Price, within the Contract Time and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents, including specifically. the provisions of Paragraph 4.2 of the General Conditions; and no additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports, studies or similar information or data are or will be required by CONTRACTOR for such purposes. 7.4 CONTRACTOR has reviewed and checked all information and data shown or indicated on the Contract Documents with respect to existing Underground Facilities at or contiguous to the site and assumes responsibility for the accurate location of said Underground Facilities. No additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports, studies or similar information or data in respect of said Underground Facilities are or will be required by CONTRACTOR in order to perform and furnish the Work at the Contract Price, within the Contract Time and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents, including specifically the provisions of Paragraph 4.3 of the General Conditions. 00510-3 I I I H r - I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications r r :k4& 7.5 CONTRACTOR has correlated the results of all such observations, examinations, investigations, tests, reports and data with the terms and conditions of the Contract Documents. 7.6 CONTRACTOR has given ENGINEER written notice of all conflicts, errors or discrepancies that he has discovered in the Contract Documents and the written resolution thereof by ENGINEER is acceptable to CONTRACTOR. Article 8. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. 8.1 The Contract Documents which comprise the entire agreement between OWNER and CONTRACTOR are attached to the Agreement, made a part hereof and consists of the following: 1 Modifications. I r, H I C I A. This Agreement. B. Exhibits to this Agreement. C. Performance, Statutory, and Defect Bonds. D. Notice of Award. E. General Conditions. F. Supplementary Conditions (Document 00812). G. Certified Minimum Wage Rates (Document 00822). H. Specifications bearing the title Dickson Street Improvement Project — Water and Sewer Line consisting of sections as listed on the attached table of contents. I. Drawings, consisting of a cover sheet and sheets listed on the attached Index with each sheet bearing the following general title: Water Line Modification —General Notes (W2) Water Line Modification (W1 through W8) Water Line Modification — Details (W9) Sewer Line Modification — General Notes Sewer Line Modification (SS1 through SS3) K. CONTRACTOR's Bid (Attached). 005104 r Cl I I I Li H Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications L. Documentation submitted by CONTRACTOR prior to Notice of Award. M. The following which may be delivered or issued after the Effective Date of the Agreement and are not attached hereto: All Written Amendments and other documents amending, modifying, or supplementing the Contract Documents pursuant to Paragraphs 3.4 and 3.5 of the General Conditions. N. The documents listed in Paragraphs 8.2 et seq. above are attached to this Agreement (except as expressly noted otherwise above). O. Information Available to Bidders (Document 00200). 8.2 There are no Contract Documents other than those listed above in Paragraph 8.1. The Contract Documents may only be amended, modified or supplemented as provided in Paragraphs 3.4 and 3.5 of the General Conditions. Article 9. MISCELLANEOUS. ' 9.1 Terms used in this Agreement which are defined in Article 1 of the General Conditions shall have the meanings indicated in the General Conditions. ' 9.2 No assignment by a party hereto of any rights under or interests in the Contract Documents will be binding on another party hereto without the written consent of the party sought to be bound; and specifically but without limitation, moneys that may become due and moneys that are due may not be assigned without such consent (except Ito the extent that the effect of this restriction may be limited by law), and unless specifically stated to the contrary in any written consent to an assignment no assignment will release or discharge the assignor from any duty or responsibility under the Contract Documents. I I I I I 9.3 OWNER and CONTRACTOR each binds himself, his partners, successors, assigns and legal representatives to the other party hereto, his partners, successors, assigns and legal representatives in respect to all covenants, agreements and obligations contained in the Contract Documents. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have signed this Agreement in triplicate. One counterpart each has been delivered to OWNER, CONTRACTOR and ENGINEER. All portions of the Contract Documents have been signed or identified by OWNER and CONTRACTOR or by ENGINEER on their behalf. This Agreement will be effective on the Z day ofac,-4t 1919 00510-5 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28199 Water and Sewer Modifications OWNER CONTRACTOR By By -Z,u7 iL Title YOR, tflry OF FAYErrEy7LLE Title /YtP.mIsts (CORPORATE SEAL) (CORPORATE SEAL) Attest Attest City Clerk ' Title Address for Giving Notices: Address for Giving Notices: 113 W. Mountain PC.13°X X 6 i Fayetteville, AR 72701 1OlvrirawN A2 9a990 "END OF DOCUMENT 00510" I I I I I I I ' 00510-6 I I I 1 1 1 J n I C C Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications DOCUMENT 00610 PERFORMANCE BOND KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That as Principal, and a corporation organized under the laws of the State of and authorized to transact business in the State of Arkansas, as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto (State or Other Entity) in the penal sum of 7/2899 Dollars ($ ) in lawful money of the United States of America, for the payment of which, well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves and each of us, our heirs, executors, administrators, trustees, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. The condition of this obligation is such that WHEREAS, said Principal entered into a written Contract with dated the _ day of 19_ for (State or Other Entity) all in compliance with the plans and specifications therefor, made a part of said Contract and on file in the office of (Name and Address of Agency) ' NOW, THEREFORE, if said Principal shall, in all particulars, well, truly, and faithfully perform and abide by said Contract and each and every covenant, condition, and part thereof and shall fulfill all obligations resting upon said Principal by the terms of said Contract and said specifications; and if said ' Principal shall protect and save harmless said (State or Other Entity) P 00610-1 H C Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/2899 Water and Sewer Modifications from any pecuniary loss resulting from the breach of any of the items, covenants and conditions of said contract resting upon said Principal, then this obligation shall be null and void, otherwise to be and remain in full force and effect It is further expressly agreed and understood by the parties hereto that no changes or alterations in said Contract and no deviations from the plan or mode of procedure herein fixed shall have the effect of releasing the sureties, or any of them, from the obligations of this Bond. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said Principal has caused these presents to be executed in its name and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed by its duly authorized officers, and the said Surety has caused these presents to be executed in its name and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed by its attorney -in -fact, duly authorized so to do, the day and year set forth below. Dated this _ day of , 19_. H H H ' ATTEST H I H I I J PRINCIPAL SURETY Attorney -in -Fact 00610.2 Li I 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications DOCUMENT 00620 STATUTORY BOND KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That as Principal, and a corporation organized under the laws of the State of ' Surety, are held and firmly bound unto • (State or Other Entity) in the penal sum of Dollars ($ ) in lawful money of the United States of America, for the payment of which, well and truly to be ' made, we bind ourselves and each of us, our heirs, executors, administrators, trustees, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. H H I The condition of this obligation is such that: WHEREAS, said Principal entered into a written Contract with dated _ day of ,19_, for (State of Other Entity) tall in compliance with the plans and specifications therefor, made a part of I H I LI said contract and on file in the Office of (Name and Address of Agency) NOW, THEREFORE, if said Principal shall fail or neglect to pay all indebtedness incurred by said Principal or subcontractors of said Principal who perform work in the performance of such contract, for labor and materials and repairs to and parts of equipment used and consumed in the performance of said contract after the same becomes due and payable, the person, firm, or corporation entitled thereto may sue and recover on this bond, the amount so due and unpaid. It is further expressly agreed and understood by the parties hereto that no changes or alterations in said Contract and 00620-1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications no deviations from the plan or mode of procedure herein fixed shall have the effect of releasing the sureties, or any of them, from the obligations of this Bond. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said Principal has caused these presents to be executed in its name and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed by its duly authorized officers, and the said Surety has caused these presents to be executed in its name and its corporate seal and to be hereunto affixed by its attorney -in -fact, duly authorized so to do, the day and year set forth below. Dated this _ day of ,19 PRINCIPAL Title ATTEST SURETY Attorney -in -Fact I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7128199 Water and Sewer Modifications DOCUMENT 00640 DEFECT BOND KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: Thaf as Principal, and a corporation organized under the laws of the State of and authorized to transact business in the State of Arkansas, as Surety, are ' held and firmly bound unto in the penal sum of Dollars ($ ' in lawful money of the United States of America, said sum being equal to One Hundred Percent (100%) of the contract price, for the payment of which, well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves and each of us, our heirs, executors, administrators, trustees, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. The condition of this obligation is such that ' WHEREAS, said Principal entered into a written contract with dated the _ day of , 19_ for (State or other Entity) all in compliance with the plans and specifications therefor, made a part of ' said contract and on file in the office of ' (Name and Address of Agency) NOW, THEREFORE, if said Principal shall pay or cause to be paid to ' all damage, loss, and expense which may result (State or Other Entity) by reason of defective materials and/or workmanship in connection with said ' work, occurring within a period of one (1) year from and after the acceptance of said project by : then this obligation 00640-1 F Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' (State or Other Entity) ' shall be null and void, otherwise to be and remain in full force and effect. It is further expressly agreed and understood by the parties hereto that no changes or alterations in said Contract and no deviations from the plan or mode of procedure herein fixed shall have the effect of releasing the sureties, or any of 'them, from the obligations of this Bond. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the said Principal has caused these presents to be executed in its name and its corporate ' seal to be hereunto affixed by its duly authorized officers, and the said Surety has caused these presents to be executed in its name and its corporate seal to be hereunto affixed by its attorney -in -fact, duly authorized so to do, the day and year set forth below. 1 Dated this _ day of ,19_ ' PRINCIPAL Ii I ATTEST I I I I Ii r IT 211 SURETY Attorney -in -Fact I I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications DOCUMENT 00702 GENERAL CONDITIONS The Standard General Conditions of the Construction Contract (No. 1910-8, 1983 edition, as prepared by the EJCDC) are hereby incorporated into this contract by reference. This document is available for review at the office of the Engineer, or may be ordered from the American Consulting Engineers' Council at the following address: ACEC 1015 15th Street, NW Washington DC 20005 "END OF DOCUMENT 00702" 00702-1 I ' Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications I I I I I I I I I I I I I I 7/28/99 SECTION 00812 SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS These Supplementary Conditions amend or supplement the Standard General Conditions of the Construction Contract (No. 1910-8, 1983 edition) and other provisions of the Contract Documents as indicated below. All provisions which are not so amended or supplemented remain in full force and effect. 1. SC -1 The terms used in these Supplementary Conditions, which are defined in the Standard General Conditions of the Construction Contract (No. 1910-8,1983 edition) have meaning assigned to them in the General Conditions, with the exception that the meaning of the following terms in both the General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions and elsewhere in the Contract Documents shall be as follows: The term Architect - The firm, or corporation named in the Agreement as the Engineer. The term ArchitectIEngineer - The firm, or corporation named in the Agreement as the Engineer. Owner's Representative - The person, firm or corporation named in the Agreement as the Engineer. Proiect Manual - The volume which includes the bidding requirements, sample forms, and certain of the Contract Documents such as the Agreement Form, Conditions of the Contract, Specifications and Details. Substantial Completion - As defined in Article 1 of the General Conditions except when specifically modified in the General Requirements. 2. SC -3.2.2 Add the following Subparagraph 3.2.2: '3.2.2 Sections of Division 1- General Requirements govern the execution of all sections of the specifications.' 3. SC -4.2.1 Delete Subparagraph 4.2.1 in its entirety and substitute the following language: 'Explorations and Reports In preparation of the Contract Documents, Engineer has not utilized nor relied upon any reports of explorations and tests of subsurface conditions at the site. Contractor shall have full responsibility with respect to subsurface conditions at the site.' 4. SC -4.2.7 Existing Surface Contours and Topography: Using professionally qualified personnel, Contractor shall verify the ' existing surface contours and topography of the site of the Work indicated or shown in the Contract Documents or J 00812-1 I I L' H. I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7128/99 Water and Sewer Modifications furnished by the Owner. The verification shall be accomplished prior to disturbing the existing surface contours or topography in any manner. If the verification determines a difference between the actual surface conditions and the surface conditions indicated or shown, Contractor shall make an immediately Report of Differing Conditions in accordance with Subparagraph 4.2.3. Unless Contractor strictly complies with these requirements, Contractor shall have full responsibility with respect to existing surface contours and topography. ' 5. SCSC5.1 J J 'J J J Li L. 1 I I H Delete paragraph 5.1 in its entirety and substitute in its place the following language: "5.1 CONTRACTOR shall furnish bond as security for the faithful performance and payment of all CONTRACTOR'S obligations and for the remedy of defects under the Contract Documents. These Bonds shall be in the amount and shall remain in effect for the duration determined in accordance with the following subparagraphs. All Bond shall be in the form prescribed by Law and included in these Contract Documents. All Bonds shall be executed by such sureties as are named in the current list of 'Companies Holding Certificates of Authority as Acceptable Sureties on Federal Bonds and as Acceptable Reinsuring Companiesas published in Circulator 570 (amended) by the Audit Staff Bureau of Accounts, U.S. Treasury Department. All Bonds signed by an agent must be accompanied by a certified copy of the authority to act. Letters of credit will not be accepted in lieu of Surety Bonds. 5.1.1 A Performance Bond in an amount at least equal to the Contract Price for the faithful performance of all of Contractor's obligations under the Contract Documents, and shall remain in effect at least until one year after formal acceptance of the work by the Owner's governing body. 5.1.2 A Statutory Bond in an amount at least equal to the Contract Price for the payment of all of Contractor's obligation to persons or parties incurred by such persons or parties in the performance of Contractor's obligations under the Contract Documents, and shall remain in effect at least until one year after formal acceptance of the Work by the Owner's governing body. An affidavit of payment will not be accepted in lieu of a Statutory Bond. 5.1.3 A Defect Bond in an amount at least equal to the Contract Price for the damage, loss, and expense which may result from defective workmanship and materials occurring not less than one year after formal acceptance of the Work by the Owner's governing body.' 6. SC -5.3 Add the following paragraph 5.3: 'The limits of liability for the insurance required by Paragraph 5.3 of the General Conditions shall provide coverage for not less than the following amounts, or greater where required by law: 5.3.1 and 5.3.2 Workers' Compensation, etc., under Paragraphs 5.3.1 and 5.3.2 of the General Conditions. (1) State Statutory (2) Applicable Federal Statutory 00812-2 C I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications (3) Employers' Liability Statutory ' 5.3.3, 5.3.4, 5.3.5, and 5.3.6. Comprehensive General Liability (under Paragraphs 5.3.2 through 5.3.6 of the General Conditions): (1) Bodily Injury $1,000,000.00 Each Occurrence ' $2,000,000.00 Annual Aggregate, Products and Completed Operations (2) Property Damage $1,000,000.00 Each Occurrence ' $2,000,000.00 Annual Aggregate (3) Property Damage liability insurance will provide Explosion, Collapse, and Underground coverages, where applicable. (4) Personal Injury, with employment exclusion deleted $2,000,000.00 Annual Aggregate ' 5.3.6 Comprehensive Automobile Liability: ' (1) Bodily Injury $500,000.00 Each Person $500,000.00 Each Accident (2) Property Damage $500,000.00 Each Occurrence or combined single limit of $1,000,000.00 Each Occurrence 7. SC SC=5.4 The Contractual Liability required by Paragraph 5.4 of the General Conditions shall provide coverage for not less than the following amounts: 5.4.1 Bodily Injury $1,000,000.00 Each Occurrence 5.4.2 Property Damage $1,000,000.00 Each Occurrence ' $2,000,000.00 Annual Aggregate ' 8. SCSC=5.5 Delete this paragraph in its entirety and substitute the following language: ' '5.5 Contractor shall obtain and furnish an endorsement of the Comprehensive General Liability insurance policy I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7128199 Water and Sewer Modifications (required by Subparagraphs 5.3.2 and 5.3.5 of the General Conditions and by these Supplementary Conditions) which shall protect the Owner and Engineer to the same extent as the Contractor. At the option of the Contractor, a ' separate Owner and Engineer Protective Liability Policy may be provided by the Contractor in lieu of the endorsement of the Contractor's policy.' ' 9. SC -5.6 Delete Paragraph 5.6 of the General Conditions in its entirety and insert the following in its place: ' '5.6 CONTRACTOR shall purchase and maintain property insurance upon the Work at the site to the full insurance value thereof (subject to such deductible amounts as may be provided in these Supplementary Conditions or required by law). This insurance shall include the interests of OWNER, CONTRACTOR, and Subcontractors in the work, shall ' insure against the perils of fire and extended coverage, shall include 'all-risk' insurance for physical loss and damage including theft, vandalism and malicious mischief, collapse and water damage, and such other perils as may be provided in these Supplementary Conditions, and shall include damages, losses, and expenses arising out of or resulting from any insured loss, or incurred in the repair or replacement of any insured property (including fees and charges of engineers, architects, attorneys and other professionals). If not covered under the all-riskinsurance or otherwise provided in these Supplementary Conditions, CONTRACTOR shall purchase and maintain similar property ' insurance on portions of the Work stored on and off the site or in transit when such portions of the Work are to be included in an Application for Payment. The policies of insurance required to be purchased and maintained by CONTRACTOR in accordance with Paragraphs 5.6 shall comply with the requirements of GC -5.8. ' 10. SC -5.12 ' Delete Paragraph 5.12 of the General Conditions in its entirety. 11. SC -6.8.1 Add 6.8.1.1 immediately following Subparagraph 6.8.1: '6.8.1.1 Submit the following list of subcontractors. and suppliers to the Owner within seven days after the date for 'receiving bids: a complete list of any and all subcontractors to be employed on the project.' ' 12. SC -6.9 Add the following sentence to Paragraph 6.9: 'Owner or Engineer may furnish to any such Subcontractor, Supplier or other person or organization, to the extent practicable, evidence of amounts paid to Contractor in accordance with Contractor's Applications for Payment' 13. SC -6.14.3 Immediately following paragraph 6.14.3, insert the following language: ' '6.14.3 Contractor shall comply with the wage determination of the Arkansas Department of Labor for the project' I 00812-4 I I ' Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications I 1 14. NOT USED I 15. SC -6.20.3 Add the following after Subparagraph 6.20.3: in the event the Contractor encounters on the site material reasonably believed to be asbestos or polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) which has not been rendered harmless, the Contractor shall immediately stop Work in the area affected and report the condition to the Owner and Engineer in writing. The Work in the affected area shall not ' thereafter be resumed except by written agreement of the Owner and Contractor, if in fact the material is asbestos or polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) and has not been rendered harmless. The Work in the affected area shall be resumed in the absence of asbestos or polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB), or when it has been rendered harmless, by ' written agreement of the Owner and Contractor.' 16. SC -9.3 Delete Paragraph 9.3 in its entirety, and substitute the following: '9.3 A Resident Project Representative will be employed at the site by the Engineer. A copy of 'Duties, Responsibilities and Limitations of Authority of Resident Project Representative' (EJCDC 1910-1-A) shall be furnished to the Contractor on request.' 17. NOT USED 18. NOT USED 1 19. SC -16 Delete Article 16 of the General Conditions in its entirety and page 31 (Article 16) is omitted intentionally. 'END OF SECTION 00812' 1 I 1 00812-5 I F Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 00822 CERTIFICATION OF WAGE RATES The applicable scale of minimum wages is included in these specification. Where wages are prescribed by both the State and the U.S. Departments of Labor, the higher rate for any given trade will be the governing rate. ' By executing this contract, Contractor agrees that not less than the prevailing hourly rate of wages shall be paid to all workers performing work under the contract [Ark. Code Mn. sec. 22-9-308(c)) ' The General Contractor shall complete the attached 'Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wages' and return it to the Arkansas Department of Labor within 30 days of the Notice to Proceed. ' The Wage Determination and Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing Wages are attached. n n n F I F n n n n I 00822-1 I 06/28/1999 15:09 'Mike Hutkabeo — 1 Li H H I I H I I I I 5016824508 David Gilbert, P.E. The Benham Group, Inc. 1801 Forest Frills Blvd. Bella Vista, AR 72715 Dear Mr. Gilbert: STATE OF ARKANSAS ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR 10421 WEST MARKHAM • LITTLE ROCK ARKANSAS 72205-2190 (501) 882-4500 • FAX: (601) 682-4535 • TOD: (800) 285-1131 June 28, 1999 Re: Dickson Street Improvement Project Water & Sewer Modifications Fayetteville, Arkansas Washington County James L. Salkeld Dugw In response to your request, enclosed is Arkansas Prevailing Wage Determination Number 98-451 establishing the minimum wage rates to be paid on the above -referenced project. These rates were established pursuant to the Arkansas Prevailing Wage Law, Ark. Code Ann. §§ 22-9-301 to 22-9-315 and the administrative regulations promulgated thereunder. If the work is subject to the Arkansas Prevailing Wage Law, every specification shall include minimum prevailing wage rates for each craft or type of worker as determined by the Arkansas Department of Labor Ark. Code Ann.§§22-9.308(b)(2). Also, the public body awarding the contract shall cause to be inserted in the contract a stipulation to the effect that not less than the prevailing hourly rate of wages shall be paid to all workers performing work under the contract. Ark. Code Ann. §22.9-308(c). Additionally, the scale of wages shall be posted by the contractor in a prominent and easily accessible place at the work site. Ark. Code Ann. §22-9-309(a). If you have any questions, please call me at (501) 682-4536 or fax (501) 682-4508. Enclosures 1 Sincerely, 44/ Don Cash Prevailing Wage Investigator •w 06/28/1999 15:09 5016624501; I I L, I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Page 1 of 1 ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR PREVAILING WAGE DETERMINATION — HEAVY RATE DATE: June 28, 1999 DETERMINATION #: PROJECT: Dickson Street Improvement Project COUNTY: Washington Water & Sewer Modifications EXPIRATION DATE: Fayetteville, Arkansas SURVEY #: 798-AH05 CLASSIFICATION Bricklayer/Pointer, Cleaner, Caulker Carpenter Concrete Finisher/Cement Mason Electrician/Alarm Installer Ironworker Laborer Pipelayer Truck Driver Power Equipment Operators: Backhoe, Rubber tired 1 yd. or less Bulldozer, Finish Bulldozer, Rough Crane, Derrick, Dragline, Shovel & Backhoe, 1-1/2 yds. or less Crane, Derrick, Dragline, Shovel & Backhoe, Over 1-1/2 yds. From End Loader, Finish Front End Loader, Rough Mechanic Motor Patrol, Finish Motor Patrol, Rough Roller Scraper, Finish Scraper, Rough BASIC HOURLY RATE 7.95 8.45 9.40 12.00 17.25 7.95 8.90 12.25 12.60 13.40 9.00 11.15 11.20 12.65 10.40 14.70 13.05 9.00 12.20 12.55 11.25 12-28-99 FRINGE BENEFITS .72 .46 17 Welders —receive rate prescribed for craft performing operation to which welding is incidental. Certified July 1, 1998 CLASSIFICATIONS THAT ARE NOT LISTED, BUT THAT ARE GOING TO BE WORKING ON THIS PROJECT, SHOULD BE REQUESTED FROM THE ARKANSAS DEPARTMENT OF LABOR, PREVAILING WAGE DIVISION. THESE WRITTEN REQUESTS SHOULD BE MADE AS SOON AS YOU NOTICE THAT A REQUIRED CLASSIFICATION IS MISSING, NORMALLY THIS WOULD BE DURING THE RID PROCESS. II Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 01001 BASIC REQUIREMENTS PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A This section identifies and describes requirements regarding administrative and procedural subjects and temporary facilities for the project, including: 1. Summary of Work: a. Contractor Use of Premises b. Future Work 2. Contract Considerations: a. Schedule of Values b. Applications for Payment 3. Coordination and Meetings: a. Coordination b. Reid Engineering c. Cutting and Patching d. Conferences e. Progress Meetings 4. Submittals: a: Submittal Procedures b. Construction Progress Schedules c. Proposed Products List d. Shop Drawings e. Product Data f. Samples g. Manufacturers' Instruction h. Manufacturers' Certificates 5. Quality Control: 01001-1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications a. Quality Assurance/Control of Installation b. Reference Standards c. Feld Samples d. Inspection and Testing Laboratory Services e. Manufacturers' Field Services and Reports 6. Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls: a. Temporary Electricity b. Temporary Lighting c. Telephone Service d. Temporary Water Service e. Temporary Sanitary Facilities f. Barriers and fencing g. Water Control h. Security i. Access Roads j. Parking k. Progress Cleaning I. Project Identification m. Feld Offices and Sheds n. Removal of Utilities, Facilities and Controls 7. Material and Equipment a. Products b. Transportation, Handling, Storage and Protection c. Product Options d. Substitutions 8. Starting of Systems: a. Starling Systems 9. Contract Closeout a. Contract Closeout Procedures b. Final Cleaning c. Adjusting d. Project record Documents e. Operation and Maintenance Data 01001-2 H I I H I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications f. Warranties and Bonds g. Spare Parts and Maintenance Materials 1.2 NOT USED 1.3 NOT USED 1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES A Limit use of site and premises to allow: 1. Owner occupancy and operational requirements. 2. Use of premises by public. 7/28/99 1.5 FUTURE WORK A Project is designed for rehabilitation of underground utilities prior to completion of various street, sidewalk, and amenity improvements, collectively known as the "Dickson Street Improvement Project" or `Dickson Street Enhancement Project" 1.6 NOT USED 1.7 NOT USED ' 1.8 SCHEDULE OF VALUES ' A Submit schedule on EJCDC Form 1910-8-E. Contractor's standard form or electronic media printoutwill be considered. B. Submit a preliminary Schedule of Values in duplicate within ten (10) days after effective date of Owner -Contractor Agreement ' 1.9 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT IA Submit seven (7) copies of each application on EJCDC Form 1910-8-E. B. Content and Format Utilize Schedule of Values (finalized version) for listing items in Application for Payment C. Payment Period: Submit at intervals stipulated in the Owner -Contractor Agreement ' 1.10 NOT USED ' 01001-3 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1.11 COORDINATION ' A Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and Work of the various Sections of specifications to assure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements. 1.12 FIELD ENGINEERING A Provide field engineering services, establish grades, lines, and levels, by use of recognized engineering survey practices. Al field engineering must be performed by a surveyor licensed in the state of Arkansas. ' B. Horizontal and vertical control and reference points are shown on the Drawings. IC. Establish elevations, lines, and levels and certify that elevations and locations of the work conform with Contract Documents. ' 1.13 CUTTING AND PATCHING A Employ skilled and experienced installers to perform cutting and patching new Work; restore work with new Products. 1.14 CONFERENCES A Owner or Owner's Representative will schedule a preconstruction conference after execution of the Owner -Contractor agreement for all affected parties. B. When required in individual specification Section, convene a preinstallation conference at project site prior to commencing Work of the Section. ' 1.15 PROGRESS MEETINGS ' A Schedule and administer meetingsthroughout progress of the Work at maximum bi-weekly intervals. I I I 1J B. Make physical arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings, record minutes and distribute copies within two days to Owner's Representative, participants, and those affected by decisions made at the meetings. C. Attendance: Job superintendent major subcontractors and suppliers; Owner's Representative and Engineer as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting. 01001-4 I L I L fl I I I I I I I I I I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications D. Suggested Agenda: Review of Work progress, status of progress schedule and adjustments thereto, delivery schedules, submittals, maintenance of quality standards, pending changes and substitutions, and other items affecting progress of the work. 1.16 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES A Submittal form shall identify Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier, and pertinent Contract document references. B. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed, certifying that review, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents. stamp shall be applied to each drawings, product booklet and sample transmittal form. C. Identify variations from Contract documents and Product or system limitations which may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work. D. Revise and resubmit submittals as required; identify all changes made since previous submittal. 1.17 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES A Submit initial progress schedule in duplicate within ten (10) days after effective date of Owner -Contractor Agreement Schedule shall be a horizontal bar chartwith separate line for each major section of work or operation, identifying first work day of each week. B. Participate in review of initial schedule jointly with Owner's Representative. Reviews shall be limited to verifying that specific activities and dates pertaining to the following have been included: Milestone dates required by the Contract Documents. 2. Adequate review times for Owner's Representative to review shop drawings, product data and samples. Review time will be determined by the Owner's Representative on the basis of submittals which conform to requirements of the Contract Documents.in both form and substance, but will not include time required for review of substitutions or submittals that are at variance with requirements of the Contract Documents. 3. Dates for contract completion time requirements. C. If required, make necessary revisions to initial schedule and resubmit within seven (7) days. D. Submit updated schedules with each Application for Payment identifying changes since previous version. Indicate estimated percentage of completion for each item of work at each submission. Participate in joint review when requested by Owner's Representative. Only the following activities and dates will be reviewed: 01001-5 I H Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28199 Water and Sewer Modifications 1. Milestone dates required by the Contract Documents. 2. Submittal requirements for shop drawings, product data and samples. 3. Dates for contract completion time requirements. If required, make necessary revisions and resubmit within ten (10) days. E. Neither the requirements to submit construction schedules; the authority of the Owner's Representative to review the schedules; nor any decision made in good faith by the Owner's Representative to exercise or not exercise such authority; shall give rise to any duty or responsibility of Owner or Owner's Representative to the Contractor, Subcontractor, material and equipment suppliers, their agents or employees or other persons performing any of the Work. 1.18 PROPOSED PRODUCTS LIST A Within fifteen (15) days after effective date of Owner -Contractor agreement submit complete list of major Products proposed for use with name of manufacturer trade name, and model number of each Product 1.19 SHOP DRAWINGS A Submit in the form of one reproducible transparency and two opaque reproductions. 1.20 PRODUCT DATA IA. Submit the number of copies which the contractor requires, plus two copies which will be retained by the Owner's Representative. I. B. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information unique to this project 1.21 SAMPLES A. Submit samples to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the Product Submit the number stated in each specification section. If number is not stated, submit 3 samples of each product I 1.22 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS A When specified in individual specification Sections, submit manufacturers' printed instructions for ' delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, in quantities specified for Product Data ' 01001-6 H H H I I J I J J I I I J I J I J Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 1.23 MANUFACTURER'S CERTIFICATES 7/28/99 A When specified in individual specification Sections, submit manufacturers' certificate to Owner's Representative's for review, in quantities specified for Product Data. B. Indicate material or Product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate. 1.24 NOT USED 1.25 QUALITY ASSURANCE/CONTROL OF INSTALLATION A Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, Products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality. B. Comply fully with manufacturers' instructions. C. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for the Work except when more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship. 1.26 REFERENCE STANDARDS A. Abbreviations and acronyms are included throughout the contract documents to reference codes and standards which establish qualities, workmanship and materials, and which establish methods for testing and reporting on the pertinent characteristics. It is the Contractor's responsibility to verify the detailed requirements of the specifically referenced codes and standards and to verify that materials and products incorporated into the work conform to or exceed the specified requirements. Materials and products incorporated into the work which fail to conform with the specified requirements will be considered nonconforming work. B. Date of Issue for Reference Standards: 1. Building Code References: Date included in the Code requirements. 2. Non -code References; Date of edition in effect on the date of receiving bids. C. Should specified reference standard conflict with contract Documents, request clarification from Owner's Representative before proceeding. 1.27 FIELD SAMPLES A Construct field samples at the site for review as required by individual specification Sections. Acceptable samples will represent a quality level for the Work 01001-7 H I I I I H I I H I H I I I 7 Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1.28 INSPECTION AND TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES A Contractor shall employ and pay for services of an independent firm to perform inspection and testing. Contractor shall include the cost of testing in the contract sum. The Testing firm shall be approved by the City before construction begins. B. The independent firm will perform inspections, tests, and other services as required. C. Cooperate with independent firm; furnish samples as requested. D. Re -testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements will be charged to the Contractor. . 1.29 MANUFACTURERS' FIELD SERVICES AND REPORTS A When specified in individual specification sections, require material or Product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions and to initiate instruction when necessary. B. Report observations and site decisions or instructions that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturers' written instructions. 1.30 TEMPORARY ELECTRICITY A Provide and pay for power service required for construction operations A Provide power outlets for construction operations, branch wiring, distribution boxes, and flexible power cords as required. 1.31 TEMPORARY LIGHTING A Provide and maintain temporary lighting as needed for construction operations. 1.32 NOT USED 1.33 NOT USED 1.34 TELEPHONE SERVICE A Provide, maintain and pay for telephone service to field office. H ' Dickson Street Improvement Project 7128/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1.35 TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE t A Provide, maintain and pay for suitable quality water service required for construction operations. Water may be taken from appropriately metered, existing fire hydrants. Coordinate with Fayetteville City Water Department Unmetered use of fire hydrants is prohibited. 1.36 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES A Provide and maintain required facilities and enclosures. Existing facilities may not be used. B. Maintain in dean and sanitary condition. ' 1.37 BARRIERS AND FENCING IA Provide barriers and fencing to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage. B. Construction: Contractor's option. C. Provide barricades and covered walkways as required by governing authorities for public rights -of --way and for public access through construction areas. D. Provide barriers around trees and plants designated to remain. Protect against vehicular traffic, stored materials, dumping, chemically injurious materials, and puddling or continuous running water. D. Provide traffic control required to direct and maintain an ordedy flow of traffic in public roadways affected by the Contractor's operations. A minimum of one lane of traffic must be maintained and appropriately marked on Dickson Street at all times. Use of parking lanes for traffic during construction is encouraged. Coordinate with Fayetteville Street Department Coordinate activities in College Avenue with Fayetteville Street Department and the Arkansas Highway and Transportation Department E. Provide qualified and suitably equipped flagmen when construction operation encroaches on traffic lanes as required for regulation of traffic. Refer to the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices for standards and requirements. ' 1.38 WATER CONTROL ' A Maintain excavations and site free of standing water. Provide, operate, and maintain pumping equipment ' 1.39 NOT USED I 01001-9 I I H H I I I I I I I I I I I I H Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 1.40 NOT USED 1.41 NOT USED 1.42 SECURITY A Provide security and facilities to protect Work from unauthorized entry, vandalism, or theft 1.43 ACCESS ROADS rfr6'gl& A All construction traffic shall use Dickson Street only for access to the site. Use of other streets is prohibited unless approved in advance by the Engineer and Owner. Contractor is responsible for all repairs necessitated by Contractor's use of other roadways whether or not such use is approved by Engineer and Owner. 1.44 PARKING A Arrange for temporary parking areas to accommodate construction personnel. 1.45 PROGRESS CLEANING A Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in a clean and orderly condition. 1.46 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION A. Provide an 8 ft wide x 6 ft high project sign of exterior grade plywood and wood frame construction, painted, to Owner's design and colors with exhibit lettering by professional sign painters. List tide of Project names of Owner, Engineer, Contractor and major subcontractors. B. Erect on site at location established by Owner's Representative. Display of other signs will not be allowed without permission of the Owner. 1.47 FIELD OFFICES AND SHEDS A. Office: Weather -tight with lighting, electrical outlets, heating, cooling and ventilating equipment and equipped with sturdy furniture and drawing display table. B. Storage Sheds for Tools, materials, and Equipment Weatherfight with heat and ventilation for products requiring controlled conditions, with adequate space for organized storage and access, and lighting for inspection of stored materials. 01001-10 Ti ' Dickson Street Improvement Project 7128199 Water and Sewer Modifications 1.48 REMOVAL OF UI1L(11ES, FACILITIES, AND CONTROLS A. Remove temporary above grade or buried utilities, equipment, facilities, materials, prior to 'Substantial Completion inspection. B. Remove underground installations to a minimum depth of 2 feet Grade site as indicated. C. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work. D. Restore existing facilities used during construction to original condition. Restore permanent facilities used during construction to specified condition. 1.49 PRODUCTS IA. Products: Means new material, machinery, components, equipment, fixtures, and systems forming the Work, but does not include machinery and equipment used for preparation, fabrication, conveying and erection of the Work. Products may also include existing materials or components specifically identified for reuse. ' B. Do not incorporate into the work any product or assembly containing asbestos. ' C. Use interchangeable components of the same manufacturer for similar components. D. Do not use materials and equipment removed from existing premises, except as specifically ' identified or allowed by the Contract documents. 1.50 TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING. STORAGE AND PROTECTION A Transport, handle, store and protect Products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. ' 1.51 PRODUCT OPTIONS A Products Specified by Reference Standards or by description Only: Any Product meeting those standards or description. B. Products Specified by Naming One Manufacturer. Products of manufacturer named that comply with specifications, no options or substitutions allowed. C. Products specified by Naming more than One Manufacturer. Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named. 1.52 SUBSTlfUT1ONS 01001-11 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28199 Water and Sewer Modifications A. Owner's Representative will consider requests for Substitutions only within thirty (30) days after effective date of Owner -Contractor Agreement B. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Document, including: 1. Comparison of the qualities of the proposed substitution with that specified. ' 2. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution. 3. Effect on the construction schedule. ' 4. Cost data comparing the proposed substitution with the Product specified. ' 5. Any required license fees or royalties 6. Availability of maintenance service, and source of replacement materials. 1 C. Submit three copies of requests for substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed substitution. ID. Contractor's Representation: 1. A request for substitution constitutes a representation that Contractor. a. Has investigated the proposed product and determined that it equal to or superior to ' that specified. b. Will provide the same warranties for bonds for the substitution as for the Product 'specified. c. Will coordinate the installation of an accepted substitution into the Work, and make such other changes as my be required to make the Work complete in all respects. d. Waives claims for additional costs, under his responsibility which may subsequently 'become apparent E. Owner's Representative will review request for substitutions with reasonable promptness, and ' notify Contractor, in writing, of the decision to accept or reject the requested substitution. 1.53 STARTING SYSTEMS ' 01001-12 I H I H I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7128199 Water and Sewer Modfications A Provide seven (7) days notification prior to start-up of each item. B. Ensure that each piece of equipment or system is ready for operation. C. Execute start-up under supervision of responsible persons in accordance with manufacturers' instructions and submit a written report that equipment or system has been properly installed and is functioning correctly. 1.54 NOT USED 1.55 NOT USED 1.56 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES IA Submit written certification that Contract documents have been reviewed, work has been inspected, and Work is complete in accordance with contract Documents and ready for final inspection by the Owner's Representatives. ' B. Submit the following closeout documents prior to submitting final Application for Payment I Certificate of Inspections: 2. Project Record documents ' 3. Operating and Maintenance Data ' 4. Warranties and Bonds 5. Affidavit that payrolls, bills of material and equipment and other indebtedness have been ' paid. I I I I I 6. Releases and waivers of liens. 7. Certificate evidencing that insurance required to remain in force after final payment is currently in effect and will not be canceled or allowed to expire until prior written notice has been given to the Owner. 8. Written statement that Contractor knows of no substantial reason that the insurance will not be renewable to cover the period required by Contract Documents. 9. Consent of surety to final payment 01001-13 I LJ Il I I J J I LJ Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications C. Submit final Application for Payment identifying total adjusted Contract sum/price, previous payments, and amount remaining due. 1.57 FINAL CLEANING A. Execute final cleaning by skilled workmen prior to final inspection. B. Clean interior and exterior surfaces exposed to view. Remove grease, mastic, adhesives, dust, dirt, stains, fingerprints, labels, and other foreign materials from sight -exposed interior and exterior surfaces. C. Broom clean exterior paved surfaces; rake clean other surfaces of the grounds. D. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the site. 1.58 ADJUSTING A. Adjust operating Products and equipment to ensure smooth and unhindered operation. ' 1.59 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS IA. Maintain on site, one set of Contract Documents to be utilized for record documents. Post addenda items on the affected Drawings and specification pages. Label each document "PROJECT RECORD" in neat, large printed letters. ' B. Record actual revisions to the work concurrent with construction progress. Do not conceal work until required information is recorded. ' C. Drawing shall be legibly marked to record the following: II I I I II Il 1. Depths of various elements of utilities relative to USGS datum. 2. Horizontal and vertical locations of underground utilities and appurtenances, referenced to permanent surface improvements. 3. Feld changes of dimension and detail. 4. Changes made by Feld Order or by Change Order. 5. Details not on original Contract drawings. D. Specifications: Legibly mark and record at each Product Section a description of actual Products installed. Include manufacturer's name, catalog number and name of supplier for each product 01001-14 l I I I I L I I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 7/28/99 Water and Sewer Modifications E. Record Documents and Shop Drawings: Legibly mark each item to record actual construction. F. Submit documents to Owners Representative prior to submitting final Application for Payment 1.60 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA A. Submit two (2) sets prior to final inspection, bound in 8-1/2 x 11 inch text pages, three D side ring capacity expansion binders with durable plastic covers. B. Prepare binder cover with printed He "OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS", and title of project C. Internally subdivide the binder contents with permanent page dividers, logically organized, with tab titling clearly printed under reinforced laminated plastic tabs. D. Contents: 1. Directory, listing names, addresses, and telephone numbers of Engineer, Contractor, Subcontractors, and major equipment suppliers. 2. Operation and maintenance instruction, arranged by system, of products and equipment included in individual specification Sections. 3. Project documents and certificates. ' 1.61 WARRANTIES AND BONDS I I I I A Submit warranties and bonds as specified in the individual specification Sections. B. Provide duplicate notarized copies. C. Execute and assemble documents from Subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers. D. Submit prior to final Application for Payment 1.62 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE MATERIALS A. Provide Products, spare parts, maintenance and extra materials in quantifies specified in individual specification Sections. B. Deliver to Owner at Project site and place in location as directed; obtain receipt prior to final 01001-15 I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications payment PART 2 -PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used "END OF SECTION 01001" 01001-16 H H I I J I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02051 SITE DEMOLITION PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION 6122/99 A This section describes requirements for demolition of specific site improvements as shown on drawings. ' B. Demolition includes removal and disposal of the following: 1. Portland cement concrete surfacing, including base course, curbs and gutter. 1 2. Asphaltic concrete surfacing; including base course, curbs and gutter. ' 3. Sidewalks. H I I H H H H H 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Proposed schedule of operations, including coordination for shutoff, capping, and continuation of utility services as required. B. Video tape(s) of existing adjacent structures and site improvements. 1.3 JOB CONDITIONS A Traffic: 1. Conduct demolition operations and removal of debris in a manner that will ensure minimum interference with roads, driveways, walks and other adjacent occupied or used facirties. 2. Do not close or obstruct existing roads, driveways, walks and other adjacent facilities without written permission from Owner's Representative. B. Protection of Existing Improvements 1. Confine demolition activities to work areas defined on drawings. 2. Provide protection that will prevent damage to existing improvements and plantings indicated to remain in place on Owner's and adjoining properties. 02051-1 L I H P. H I H I I H I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122199 Water and Sewer Modifications 3. Promptly repair damages caused to adjacent improvements by demolition operations. 4. Preserve land areas outside the limits of work areas in their present condition. C. Protection of Existing Utility Services: 1. Verify exact location of all existing utility lines shown or not shown on the drawings. 2. Immediately notify the Owner's Representative and applicable utility company of any damages to existing utilities. 3. Promptly repair damaged utilities in accordance with requirements of Owner's Representative and applicable utility company at no additional cost to Owner. 4. Coordinate with Owner's Representative and applicable utility company for shutoff of or connection to active utilities. Do not interrupt existing utility services without approval in writing by Owner's Representative. Specific obligations regarding connection to or interruption of water service are listed on the drawings. D. The use of explosives will not be permitted. E. Dust Control 1. The amount of dust resulting from demolition shall be controlled to prevent the spread of dust to occupied portions of the construction site and to avoid creation of a nuisance in the surrounding area. 2. Use of water will not be permitted when it will result in, or create, hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice, flooding and pollution. PART 2 -PRODUCTS Not Used. 1 1 1 02051-2 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications PART 3 - EXECUTION ' 3.1 PAVEMENT DEMOLITION IA. Pavement demolition includes removal of asphaltic concrete surfacing, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and base courses. Some portland cement concrete may be encountered beneath the surface of Dickson Street If encountered, demolition of this portland cement concrete is also included. B. Joints between pavement that will remain and pavement that is being removed shall be sawed. Sawing shall be true -to -line. Depth of sawing shall be such that when removing the pavement underbreakage or ' shattering of adjacent areas will not occur. 3.2 NOT USED 3.3 SALVAGED MATERIALS A General: Remove carefully to avoid damages. Materials for reuse may not be incorporated into new work. ' 1. Except for items indicated to be retained as Owner's property, other removed and salvaged materials not indicated for reuse shall become Contractor's property and removed from site with further disposition by Contractor. 3.4 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS ' A General: Remove daily from site accumulated debris, rubbish, and other materials resulting from demolition operations. ' B. Removal: Transport materials removed by demolition operations and legally dispose off site. 3.5 CLEANUP A Upon completion of demolition and after removal of all debris, leave site in clean condition ' satisfactory to Owner's Representative. B. Cleanup includes off -site disposal of all items and materials not required to be salvaged, including all debris and rubbish resulting from demolition operations. 'END OF SECTION 02051" ' 02051-3 I J n I J Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications PART I -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION SECTION 02052 UTILITY DEMOLITION 6122/99 IA This section describes requirements for demolition of underground utilities and other underground structures as shown on drawings. ' B. Demolition includes removal and disposal of the following: 1. Water Lines '• 2. Sanitary Sewers 3. Associated Appurtenances 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Proposed schedule of operations, including coordination for shutoff, capping, and continuation of ' utility services as required. B. Video Tape(s) of existing adjacent structures and site improvement I 1.3 JOB CONDITIONS A Traffic 1. Conduct demolition operations and removal of debris in a manner that will ensure minimum interference with roads, driveways, walks and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. 2. Do not close or obstruct existing roads, driveways, walks and other adjacent occupied or ' used facilities without written permission from Owner's Representative. B. Protection of Existing Improvements 1. Confine demolition activities to areas defined on drawings. 2. Provide protection that will prevent damage to existing improvements and plantings indicated to remain in place on Owner's property and adjoining properties. 3. Promptly repair damages caused to adjacent improvements by demolition operations. 02052-1 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 4. Preserve land areas outside the limits of demolition in their present condition. C. Protection of Existing Utilities 1. Verify exact location of all existing utility lines shown or not shown on drawings. 2. Immediately notify the Owners Representative and applicable utility company of any damages to existing utilities. 3. Promptly repair damaged utilities in accordance with the requirements of Owners ' Representative and applicable utility company at no additional cost to Owner. 4. Coordinate with Owners Representative and applicable utility company for shutoff of or connection to active utilities. Do not interrupt existing utility services without approval in writing by Owners Representative. Specific obligations regarding connection to or interruption of water service are listed on the drawings. D. Use of explosives will not be permitted. E. Underground utilities to be demolished shall not be removed from service until new, replacement, utilities have been installed and tested. This requirement may be waived under the following conditions, subject to written approval of the Owners Representative: 1. Temporary interruptions required for connection of new utilities to existing lines would be of short duration and be completed during a time when occupied buildings or facilities are not affected by the interruption. ' 2. Where temporary service or temporary utility lines have been provided by Owner or Contractor. IF. Dust Control 1. The amount of dust resulting from demolition shall be controlled to prevent the spread of ' dust to occupied portions of the construction site and to avoid creation of a nuisance in the surrounding area Use of water will not be permitted when it will result in, or create, hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice, flooding and pollution. ' PART2-PRODUCTS ' Not Used. 02052-2 L Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 UNDERGROUND UTILITY DEMOLITION A. Excavations and backfilling for removal of underground utilities shall be in accordance with the following: 1. Excavations under areas to receive pavements, driveways, curbs, gutters, steps, ' equipment slabs, building slabs -on -grade, and similar construction shall be backfilled with aggregate subbase backfill in accordance with applicable portions of Section 02221: TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL. ' 2. Excavation under grassed or landscaped areas shall be backfilled with select soil backfill in accordance with applicable portions of Section 02221: TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL. 3.2 UTILITY STRUCTURE DEMOLITION A. Remove frames, covers, grates, curb hoods and cleanouts from the structure undamaged, if possible. B. Demolish and remove structures as follows: ' 1. To full depth, iif located within five feet of new structures, equipment slabs, and similar construction. 2. To a minimum depth of 36 inches below finished subgrade in areas where new pavements, driveways, curbs, gutters, steps and similar construction are to be placed, unless greater depth is required for ' installation of new utility lines. 3. To a minimum of 24 inches below finished grade in other areas unless greater depth is required for installation of new utility lines. C. Excavations for removal of structures and the remaining portions of the structure shall be backfilled in accordance with the following: Ii. Excavations under areas to receive pavements, driveways, curbs, gutters, steps, equipment slabs, building slabs -on -grade, and similar construction shall be backfilled with aggregate subbase backfill in accordance with applicable portions of Section 02221: TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL. ' 2. Excavations under grassed or landscaped areas shall be backfilled with select soil backfill in accordance with applicable portions of Section 02221: TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL. ' 3.3 NOT USED I 02052-3 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 3.4 SALVAGED MATERIALS A. General: Remove carefully to avoid damages. Materials for reuse may not be incorporated into new work. 1. Except for items indicated to be retained as Owner's property, other removed and salvaged materials not indicated for reuse shall become Contractor's property and removed from site with further disposition by Contractor. B. The following items shall remain the property of Owner after removal: 1. Fire hydrants, with shoes and caps. I'I I H H I I I I I 3.5 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS A General: Remove daily from site accumulated debris, rubbish, and other materials resulting from demolition operations. B. Removal: Transport materials removed by demolition operations and dispose off site. 3.6 CLEANUP A Upon completion of demolition and after removal of all debris, leave site in a clean condition satisfactory to Owner's Representative. B. Cleanup includes off -site disposal of all items and materials not required to be salvaged, including all debris and rubbish resulting from demolition operations. "END OF SECTION 02052" 02052-4 Li H I I H I I H H H I H H I I I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02210 SITE GRADING PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section describes the requirements for the materials, excavation, filling, backfilling, compacting, subgrade preparation, and other operations that comprise the work required to grade the site to the elevations and configuration shown on the Drawings. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Borrow Material - Submit test reports indicating conformance to specification of off -site soil proposed to be used as backfill, including as a minimum, sieve analysis, Atterberg Limits and density tests. B. Submit test result certificates from supplier and/or manufacturer indicating spot subgrade reinforcement material meets specifications noted. 1.3 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS A The following is a list of standard specifications with the accompanying abbreviations used in this specification: 1. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Standard Specifications - AASHTO 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A Compaction shall be in accordance with Section 02250: Compaction Control and Testing. B. The Owner's Representative shall be the final judge of suitability of all materials. C. Materials in question, pending test results, shall not be used in the work. The Contractor shall remove all materials that fail to comply with the requirements of the specifications, whether in stockpiles or in place. D. Fills, embankments, backfills or subgrades which do not comply with the specification requirements shall be removed or recompacted until the requirements are satisfied. 02210-1 I I H H I I J I IH I I II J I I I I I _1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1.5 PROTECTION A. Protection of Existing Improvements 1. Protection shall be provided to prevent damage to existing improvements indicated to remain in place on the Owner's property and adjoining properties. 2. Damaged improvements shall be restored to their original condition, as acceptable to parties having jurisdiction. 3. Land areas outside the limits of work performed under this contract shall be preserved in their present condition. The Contractor shall confine construction activities to areas defined on the Drawings. B. Protection of Existing Utilities 1. The Contractor shall verify all existing utility locations shown or not shown on the Drawings. 2. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Owner's Representative and applicable utility company of any damages to existing utilities. 3. Repairs to damaged utilities shall be made in accordance with the requirements of the Owner's Representative and applicable utility company at no additional cost to the Owner. 4. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Owner's Representative and the applicable utility company for shutoff of or connection to active utilities. Existing utility services shall not be interrupted except as authorized in writing by the Owner's Representative. Specific requirements for connection to or interruption of water service are given on the drawings. C. Protection of Work Site: Barricades or other type protectors shall be provided to prevent unauthorized personnel from entering work sites. 1.6 JOB CONDITIONS A Classification of Excavation 1. No classification has been made to differentiate the various surface and subsurface conditions the Contractor may encounter during his performance under this contract 2. It is the Contractor's responsibility to verify the site surface and subsurface conditions. 02210-2 H I I H I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications B. Dewatering 1. Excavation and embankment work shall be performed in such manner that the area of the site and the area immediately surrounding the site will be continually and effectively drained by gravity or temporary pumps. I embankments. I I I I I I I I I I 2. Water shall not be permitted to accumulate in excavations or other areas of the site. 3. The excavation shall be drained by methods which prevent the softening of subgrades and C. Blasting shall not be allowed. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 SUITABLE MATERIALS A Suitable materials for fill and backfill include those that are free of debris, roots, organic or frozen materials, and stones having a maximum dimension of four (4) inches in the upper six (6) inches of fill or six (6) inches in the remainder of fill. Topsoil shall be used for construction of berms in fill areas. B. Unsuitable materials shall include those materials that are determined to be inadequate for providing a stable slope, fill, subgrade or foundation for structures. C. Materials which contain excess moisture content will be classified as unsuitable unless they can be dried by manipulation, aeration or blending with other materials and conform to the requirements for suitable materials. D. Expansive clay soils.shall be classified as unsuitable unless treated or mixed in an approved manner. E. If there are inadequate supplies of suitable excavated materials on site to allow the grading of the site as indicated on the Drawings, the Contractor shall obtain suitable materials from another source at no additional cost to the Owner. Before obtaining materials from off site, the Contractor shall submit a soil analysis of the materials to the Owner's Representative for approval. In the event that excess or unsuitable material must be wasted, the Contractor shall dispose of this material at a location off the site without additional cost to the Owner. 02210-3 I fl Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 2.2 SPOT SUBGRADE REINFORCEMENT MATERIAL A Spot subgrade reinforcement material shall consist of sound, tough, durable crushed stone base course material. B. Material shall meet the requirements of AHTD Standard Specifications for Highway Construction Section 303, Class 7. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXCAVATION A Excavation, regardless of material encountered, shall be performed to the lines and grades indicated on the Drawings, allowing for surfacing, base courses and topsoil. B. Suitable excavated material shall be transported to and placed in fill areas within the limits of the work. Unsuitable material encountered within the limits of the work shall be excavated below the grade shown and replaced with suitable material as directed by the Owner's Representative. C. Waste Material 1. Excavated material shall not be wasted without the authorization of the Owner's Representative. 2. Surplus excavated material and unsuitable material shall be disposed of by the Contractor off site without additional cost to the Owner. 3. Material authorized to be wasted shall be disposed of in such manner as not to obstruct the flow characteristics of any stream or to impair the efficiency or appearance of any structure. D. Excavated material shall not be deposited in a manner that may endanger a party finished structure by direct pressure or by overloading banks contiguous to the operations or that may otherwise be detrimental to the completed work. E. Blasting will not be allowed. 3.2 NOT USED I T1 02210-4 H I Li I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 3.3 BACKFILL ADJACENT TO STRUCTURES 6/22/99 A Backfill adjacent to structures shall be placed and compacted uniformly in such manner as to prevent wedging action or eccentric loading upon or against the structures. I B. Slopes bounding or within areas to be backfilled shall be stepped or serrated to prevent sliding of the fill. I I I H J I J J I J I J C. During backfilling operations and in formation of embankments, equipment that will ovedoad the structure when passing over and compacting these fills shall not be used. 3.4 PREPARATION OF GROUND SURFACE FOR FILL A Areas upon which fills are to be placed shall be cleared and grubbed before the fill is started. B. Sloped ground surfaces steeper than one (1) vertical to four (4) horizontal on which fill is to be placed shall be plowed, stepped or benched, or broken up in such a manner that the fill material will bond with the existing surface. C. When surfaces on which fills are to be placed do not comply with the specified density requirements, the ground surface shall be broken up, pulverized, and compacted to the specified density. D. When surfaces on which fills are to be placed do not comply with the specified moisture content requirements, the ground shall be wetted, aerated or dried to the specified moisture content E. When the subgrade is part fill and part excavation, the excavated portion shall be scarified to a depth of 12 inches and compacted as specified for the adjacent fill. 3.5 FILL A Fills and embankments shall be constructed at the locations and to the lines and grades indicated on the Drawings, allowing for surfacing, base courses and topsoil. B. The material shall be placed in successive horizontal layers of 8 inches to 12 inches in loose depth for the full width of the cross section, and compacted. 3.6 COMPACTION A Compaction densities and moisture contents are specified in Section 02250: Compaction Control and Testing. B. Compaction shall be accomplished by sheep's -foot rollers, pneumatic -tired rollers, steel -wheeled 02210-5 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122/99 Water and Sewer Modifications rollers, power -driven hand tampers or other approved equipment well suited to the soil being compacted. Material shall be aerated or moistened to maintain the required moisture content 3.7 PAVEMENT SUBGRADE PREPARATION A. Subgrade Preparation 1. After the subgrade has been shaped to line, grade and cross section it shall be rolled with a power roller until compacted to the density specified in Section 02250: Compaction Control and Testing. This operation shall include any reshaping, aeration, wetting or drying required to obtain the specified moisture content ' 2. All soft or otherwise unsuitable material shall be removed and replaced with suitable material or with spot subgrade reinforcement material as specified in Paragraph 2.2: Spot Subgrade Reinforcement 3. All boulders or ledge stone encountered in the excavation shall be removed or broken off to ' a depth of not less than six (6) inches below the subgrade. The resulting area and all other low sections, holes or depressions shall be brought to the required grade with suitable material or, with spot subgrade reinforcement material as specified in Paragraph 2.2: Spot Subgrade Reinforcement ' 4. Subgrade compaction shall be extended to include the shoulders. B. Spot Subgrade Reinforcement 1. Unsuitable subgrade materials shall be removed, the bottom of the resulting excavation shaped uniformly and compacted firmly to the density specified for subgrade, and required provisions for adequate drainage made. ' 2. The subgrade reinforcement material shall be placed in the prepared excavation, in layers of not more than 5 inches, which shall be spread and rammed until level with the surrounding subgrade surface. 3. Voids shall be filled with finer selected material. The area shall then be rolled or tamped to the specified density. The filling and rolling or tamping shall be continued until the entire mass is thoroughly ' compacted to not less than the density of the adjacent areas. 4. The surface shall be finished to conform accurately to the grade and cross section shown on the drawings. J J 02210-6 I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modfications 3.8 FINISH GRADING A Excavated and filled sections, and adjacent transition areas, shall be uniformly smooth graded. The finished surface shall be reasonably smooth, compacted, and free from irregular surface changes. B. The surface of embankments or excavated areas for road construction or other areas to be paved shall not vary more than 0.05 foot from the established grade and cross section. C. Other finished surfaces shall not vary more than 0.15 foot from the established grade and cross section and shall be free of depressed areas where water would pond. "END OF SECTION 02210° 02210-7 C C I I I I I I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02221 TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL PART 1 -GENERAL .1 DESCRIPTION 6/22199 This section describes the requirements and procedures for excavation and backfill related to underground conduits and piping. .2 SUBMITTALS A. Borrow Material - Submit test reports of analysis of off site soil proposed to be used as backfill, including as a minimum, sieve analysis, Atterberg Limits and density tests. B. Bedding Material, Fine and Coarse Aggregate - Submit certificates from supplier and/or manufacturer indicating fine and coarse aggregate bedding material meets specifications noted. C. Aggregate Subbase Backfill - Submit certificates from supplier and/or manufacturer indicating aggregate subbase backfill meets specifications noted. .3 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS A. The following is a list of standard specifications with the accompanying abbreviations used in this specification: I 1. AASHTO. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Standard Specifications - ' 2. American Society for Testing Materials Standard Specifications - ASTM. .4 QUALITY ASSURANCE IA. Compaction shall be in accordance with Section 02250: Compaction Control and Testing. H C C C B. The Owner's Representative shall be the final judge of suitability of all materials. C. Materials in question, pending test results, shall not be used in the work. The Contractor shall remove all materials that fail to comply with requirements of the specifications, whether in stockpiles or in place. D. Pipe bedding or trench backfill which does not comply with specification requirements shall be removed or recompacted until the requirements are satisfied. 02221-1 Li L Li I I I H I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications .5 PROTECTION A. Protection of Existing Improvements: 6/22199 1. Protection shall be provided to prevent damage to existing improvements indicated to remain in place on the Owner's property and adjoining properties. 2. Damaged improvements shall be restored to their original condition, as acceptable to parties having jurisdiction. 3. Land areas outside the limits of work shall be preserved in their present condition. The Contractor shall confine construction activities to areas defined for work on the Drawings. B. Protection of Existing Utilities: Ii. The Contractor shall verify all existing utility locations either shown or not shown on the Drawings. H I I I I L J I C I 2. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Owner's Representative and applicable utility company of any damages to existing utilities. 3. Repairs to damaged utilities shall be made in accordance with the requirements of the Owner's Representative and applicable utility company at no additional cost to the Owner. 4. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Owner's Representative and the applicable utility company for shutoff of or connection to active utilities. Existing utility services shall not be interrupted except as authorized in writing by the Owner's Representative. Specific requirements for connection to or interruption of water service are outlined on the drawings. C. Protection of Work Site: Barricades or other type protectors shall be provided to prevent unauthorized personnel from entering work sites. .6 JOB CONDITIONS A. Classification of Excavation: 1. No classification has been made to differentiate the various surface and subsurface conditions the Contractor may encounter during his performance under this contract. 2. It is the Contractor's responsibility to verify the site surface and subsurface conditions. 02221-2 H I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications B. Dewatering: 1. Trenching and backfilling shall be performed in such manner that the trench and the area immediately surrounding the trench will be continually and effectively drained by gravity or temporary pumps. 2. Water shall not be permitted to accumulate in trenches. 3. Trenches shall be drained by methods which prevent the softening of the pipe bedding. ' C. Shoring: I1. The Contractor is solely responsible for compliance with all state, Federal, and local trench safety requirements. In no case shall the Owner or Engineer incur liability for the Contractor's failure to abide by trench safety regulations or any other regulations. Engineer's inspection of the work is for compliance with the t specifications only, and does not constitute a safety inspection. Contractor is specifically directed to comply with OSHA trench safety requirements. ' 2. Shoring, including sheet piling, shall be furnished and installed as necessary to protect workers, banks, adjacent paving, structures, and utilities. ' 3. Shoring, bracing, and sheeting shall be removed as trenches are backfilled, in a manner to prevent caving. At no time shall shoring, bracing, or sheeting be removed from a trench in which workers are or will be present. ' D. Blasting will not be permitted. ' PART 2 -PRODUCTS .1 BEDDING, HAUNCHING, AND INITIAL BACKFILL MATERIAL A. Bedding, haunching, and initial backfill material shall consist of crushed stone conforming to the ' requirements of ASTM D448, #67. .2 BACKFILL MATERIAL A. Select Soil Backfill 1. Select soil backfill shall be soil or soil aggregate free of debris, roots, organic material, and frozen materials. B. Aggregate Subbase Backfill: 1. Aggregate subbase backfill shall conform to the quality and grading requirements of AHTD Standard Specifications for Highway Construction, Section 303, Class 7. ' 02221-3 I I I I I H I I I H I H I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications PART 3 - EXECUTION .1 TRENCH EXCAVATION 6/22/99 A. Trench excavation, regardless of material encountered, shall be performed to the depths, lines, and grades indicated or as otherwise specified. B. During excavation, excavated material shall be piled in an orderly manner a sufficient distance from the banks of the trench to avoid overloading and to prevent slides or cave-ins. C. Excavated materials not required or suitable for backfill shall be removed and wasted as specified in Section 02210: Site Grading. D. Unless indicated otherwise, excavation shall be made by open cut, with a minimum amount of trench opened at one time as practical. E. Trench walls shall be vertical from the bottom of the trench to at least one foot above the top of the pipe. The remainder of the trench shall be excavated such that the walls are at a slope flat enough to prevent collapse of the trench. Shoring shall be installed if necessary to protect workers, banks, adjacent paving, structures, and utilities in accordance with applicable portions of Paragraph 1.6C: Shoring. Trench Width: 2. Required trench widths are specified on the drawings. Where sheeting or shoring are required, add 12 inches to the required trench width. 3. Where only a small amount of sheeting and shoring is required, the maximum trench widths shall be the same as where no sheeting and shoring are required. G. Excavation for manholes, valves, and other appurtenances shall be sufficient to allow a minimum 12 inch clearance around the appurtenance. H. Wet or otherwise unstable materials encountered in the bottom of the trench shall be overexcavated to allow for construction of a stable pipe bedding. The overexcavation shall be backfilled with coarse aggregate bedding or aggregate subbase backfill. Blasting shall not be allowed. .2 DEPTH OF BURY A. Unless indicated otherwise on the Drawings, trenches shall be excavated to a depth that will provide not less than the following cover over the top of the pipe or conduit from finished grade: 1. Water Lines -3 feet 2. Sanitary Sewers - 3 feet 02221-4 I I I I J Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22199 Water and Sewer Modifications B. In addition to the above requirements, trenches shall be excavated to a depth that will avoid interference with other utilities. .3 PIPE BEDDING AND TRENCH BACKFILL A. First -Class Installation 1. First-class installation procedures shall be used for pipes and conduit. Bedding installation for plastic pipe shall be in accordance with applicable portions of ASTM D-2774. 2. Circular Pipes ' a. Bedding: Coarse aggregate bedding shall be placed on the bottom of the trench prior to the installation of the pipe. The bedding shall have a minimum thickness six (6) inches. Hand or mechanical tamping shall be used to compact the bedding. The surface of the bedding shall be brought to a uniform grade during ' compaction. Bell holes shall be excavated prior to pipe installation to allow for unobstructed assembly of the joint and to assure that the pipe is fully bedded for its entire length. I I J I b. Haunching: After the pipe has been installed, coarse aggregate bedding shall be placed to extend up the sides of the pipe to the horizontal centerline. Each lift shall not exceed six (6) inches and shall be compacted by hand. Mechanical tamping may be used except when installing plastic pipe or when use of mechanical tampers is not recommended by the pipe manufacturer. Sufficient material shall be worked under the haunch of the pipe to provide adequate support. Precautions to prevent movement of the pipe during placing of the material under the pipe haunch shall be taken. 3. Initial Backfill a. Coarse aggregate backfill shall be placed from the top of the bedding to six inches above the top of the pipe or conduit. b. Each lift shall not exceed six (6) inches and shall be compacted by hand. Mechanical tamping may be used except when installing plastic pipe or when use of mechanical tampers is not recommended by the pipe manufacturer. C. Initial backfill shall be placed simultaneously on both sides of the pipe to prevent displacement. 3. Final Backfill a. Trenches shall not be backfilled until required pressure tests are performed in accordance with Section 02701: LEAKAGE TESTS. b. Trenches shall be backfilled with aggregate subbase backfill and brought to the subgrade elevation required for surface or base course construction. 02221-5 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications c. Backfill shall be placed in successive horizontal layers of 8 inches to 12 inches in loose depth for the full width of the trench and compacted. d. Rolling equipment shall not be used until a minimum of two feet of backfill material has been placed over the top of the pipe. If a hydro hammer is used to compact the backfill, a minimum of three feet of cover is required. B. Backfill Around Structures and Appurtenances 1. Backfill around manholes, inlets and similar structures consist of aggregate subbase backfill, installed and compacted as specified in paragraph 3.3A3. Backfill shall be placed concurrently around all sides of the structure to prevent shifting of the structure. 2. Backfill around fire hydrants, valves, cleanouts, and similar appurtenances shall conform to trench backfill requirements, except as modified on the Drawings. ' .4 COMPACTION IA. Backfill compaction densities and moisture contents are specified in Section 02250: COMPACTION CONTROL AND TESTING. "END OF SECTION 02221" J C1 I L J LI II u 02221.6 I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02250 COMPACTION CONTROL AND TESTING 6/22/99 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section covers the requirements and procedures for compaction control and testing of soils and base courses. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Laboratory Tests - Submit for information to the Owner's Representative the results of the tests indicating type of soil materials, characteristics, and other information specified. B. Feld Tests - Submit results of field moistureldensity tests for review and approval. 1.3 DEFINITIONS A Cohesionless Materials 1. Cohesionless materials shall be clean, free draining, variously graded gravels and sands with little or no fines. The portion passing the No. 200 sieve shall be limited to 12% and shall have a plasticity index of 0. 2. Cohesionless materials shall be classified according to ASTM D 2487 as GW, GP, SW or SP. B. Cohesive Materials 1. Cohesive materials shall be classified according to ASTM D 2487 as GM, GC, SM, SC, CL and CH. 2. Materials classified according to ASTM D 2487 as ML, OL, MH, OH and PT shall be unsatisfactory. 02250-1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Test Specifications 1. Laboratory Tests a. Moisture - density relations of soils (Proctor) - AASHTO T 99, Method C or D b. Liquid limit of soils - AASHTO T 89 c. Plastic limit and plasticity index of soils - AASHTO T 90 d. Particle size analysis of soils (gradation test) - AASHTO T 88 2. Field Tests a. Density of soil in -place by the rubber -balloon method - AASHTO T 205 b. Determination of moisture in soils by means of a calcium carbide gas pressure moisture tester - AASHTO T 217 c. Density of soil and soil aggregate in -place by nuclear methods - AASHTO T 238, Method B (direct transmission) B. Laboratory Tests Required 1. The following tests shall be performed for each principal type of material or combination of materials encountered or utilized. a. Compaction test b. Liquid limit test c. Plastic limit test (and determination of plasticity index) d. Gradation test 2. The tests listed above shall be performed on additional samples as directed by the Owner's Representative. 3. Results of these tests shall be the basis of control for compaction. 02250-2 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122/99 Water and Sewer Modifications C. Field Tests Required 1. Structure Excavation, Filling and Backfilling a. One (1) in -place density test and one (1) in -place moisture test per 600 square yards per lift, but no more than 10 tests per lift ' b. One (1) in -place density test and one (1) in -place moisture test per 600 square yards per lift in subareas enclosed by interior grade beams or interior stem walls prior to placement of fill, but not less than one (1) per lift c. In -place density and moisture tests within the structure (a) may be utilized as the in -place density and moisture tests indicated in (b) if they happen to coincide within the subarea. ' 2. Trench Excavation and Backfilling I I J I I I J 'J J a. One (1) in -place density test and one (1) in -place moisture test per 100 linear feet of trench per lift under structures and paved areas b. One (1) in -place density test and one (1) in -place moisture test per 300 linear feet of trench per lift under grassed or nontraffic areas 3. Site Grading: a. Excavation, filling and raw subgrade and base course preparation under paved areas: One (1) in -place density test and one (1) in -place moisture test per 2,000 square yards per lift b. Excavation, filling and raw subgrade preparation under grassed or nontraffic areas: One (1) in -place density test and one (1) in -place moisture test per 3,000 square yards per lift c. Additional in -place moisture-densitytests and relative density tests shall be performed as directed by the Owners Representative. D. Samples for laboratory and field tests shall be taken at locations designated by the Owners Representative. 02250-3 I I L L L L I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications PART 2 -PRODUCTS Not applicable PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 COMPACTION IMaterial I I L L L L I. I H H A Each lift shall be compacted to not less than the percentage of maximum density specified below. Fill embankment, backfill, and trench backfill Under slabs -on -grade and other structures: Under pavement, driveways, curbs, gutters, steps, and similar use areas (including adjacent shoulder areas): Under sidewalks and grassed or land- scaped areas: B. Moisture Content Percentage Maximum Density Required 98 100 95 90 1. Each lift of fill, embankment, backfill and trench backfill under pavement, driveways, curbs, gutters, steps, sidewalks, grassed or landscaped areas, and similar use areas (including adjacent shoulder areas) shall be compacted at a moisture content one (1) percent below to four (4) percent above optimum moisture. 2. Each lift of fill, embankment backfill and trench backfill under equipment slabs, building slabs -on -grade, and other structures shall be compacted at a moisture content one (1) to four (4) percent above optimum moisture. 3. Subgrades shall be compacted at a moisture content one (1) to four (4) percent above optimum moisture. 02250-4 I I 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22199 Water and Sewer Modifications 3.2 COMPACTION DEFICIENCIES A •The Owners Representative shall be the final judge of suitability of all compaction. B. Apparent negligence or carelessness during any portion of the earthwork operations will require that additional tests be performed on that portion of the work. C. Fills, embankments, backfills, trench backfills, subgrades or base courses that do not meet the specification requirements shall be removed or recompacted until the requirements are satisfied. "END OF SECTION 02250" 02250-5 H H I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications PART1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION I plazas. I iI SECTION 02501 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE SIDEWALK A. This section covers the requirements for portiand cement concrete sidewalks, ramps, and exterior 1.2 SUBMITTALS . A Design Mix - Submit certification from concrete supplier that the concrete mix design conforms to the requirements of the specifications. ' B. Field Quality Control - The contractor shall submit the results of test reports indicating that the concrete strength is as specified. Two samples shall be taken during each day's pour and tested for compressive strength at 7 and 28 days. ' C. Curing Agents - Submit certification from manufacturer of curing materials indicating conformance to requirements of specifications. ' D. Submit certification from manufacturer that the expansion joint filler and joint sealant materials are in conformance to the specifications. Color of sealant shall be indicated. 1.3 WEATHER LIMITATIONS A Construct sidewalk when atmospheric temperature is above 40 degrees F., when the undedying base is dry and not frozen, and when weather is not rainy. ' PART2-PRODUCTS ' 2.1 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE A Portland cement concrete shall be in accordance with applicable portions of Section 03301: CAST -IN -PLACE CONCRETE. Concrete shall have a 28 -day compressive strength of 3000 psi. H I 02501-1 r I L Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 2.2 CURING AGENTS ' A Burlap cloth shall conform to AASHTO M182, Class 2 or better. I B. Sheet materials shall conform to AASHTO M171. C. Liquid membrane -forming compounds shall conform to AASHTO M148, Type 2, Class B. ' 2.3 PREFORMED EXPANSION JOINT FILLER I I I I I I I I I I I I A Preformed expansion joint filler shall conform to AASHTO M153 or M213. 2.4 POLYMER JOINT SEALER A Joint sealer shall be either a two-part polysulfide or two-part urethane cold -applied compound. 1. Joint sealer for flat concrete shall be a self -leveling type conforming to Federal Specification TT -S -00227E, Type 1. 2. Joint sealer for steeply sloped concrete shall be a nonsag-type conforming to Federal Specification TT -S -00227E, Type II. B. Color of joint sealer shall closely match the color of the concrete adjacent to the joint C. Bond breaker shall be a pressure -sensitive aluminum foil tape or a pressure -sensitive polyethylene tape conforming to Military Specification MIL -T -22085A, Type II. 2.5 FORMS A Forms shall be of metal or wood. They shall be suitable in cross section, depth, and strength to resist springing during depositing and consolidating the concrete. B. Forms shall not vary from a straight line more than 1/8 -inch in any ten -foot -long section in either a horizontal or vertical direction. C. Flexible or curved forms shall be used for radius forming. D. Wood forms shall be at least two (2) inches thick and shall also be free from warp, twist, loose knots, splits, or other defects. E. Metal keyways shall be shaped from metal of a minimum 18 -gauge thickness and shall be free 02501-2 Li I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications from kinks. 2.6 REINFORCEMENT A Reinforcement steel shall be used where indicated on the Drawings. B. Deformed bar steel reinforcement shall conform to applicable requirements designated AASFITO M31, grade 40. 1 PART 3 -EXECUTION 3.1 PREPARATION OF GRADE IA The subgrade shall be constructed, graded, and compacted with applicable portions of SECTION 02210: SITE GRADING. ' 3.2 SETTING FORMS A. Forms shall be firmly in contact with the grade for their whole length. B. Forms shall be staked in place with not less than 3 pins for each 10 -foot section. C. Forms shall not deviate from true line by more than 114 inch at any point D. The alignment and grade elevations of the forms shall be checked and corrections made by the Contractor immediately before placing the concrete. ' 3.3 PLACING REINFORCEMENT A. Reinforcement shall be free from dirt oil, rust scale, or other substances that prevent the bonding of the concrete to the reinforcement B. Reinforcement shall be accurately and securely fastened in place with suitable supports and ties. ' C. Reinforcement shall be placed in the middle of the slab. D. Steel shall not extend through expansion joints but shall be stopped clear of joint by not less than ' two (2) inches and not more than four (4) inches. The same clearances shall apply for clearance between the slab edge and longitudinal reinforcement E. Laps, where necessary, shall be not less than 30 bar diameters. 02501-3 LJ I I I I I I I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 3.4 MIXING CONCRETE 6/22199 A Ready -mixed concrete shall be mixed and delivered in accordance with the requirements of AASHTO M157. 3.5 PLACING CONCRETE A. Concrete shall be deposited on the grade without segregation of the materials. B. Placing shall be continuous between transverse joints withoutthe use of intermediate bulkheads. C. Concrete shall be thoroughly consolidated against and along the faces of all forms and along the full length and on both sides of all joint assemblies by means of vibrators inserted in the concrete. 3.6 STRIKE OFF A Following the placing of the concrete, it shall be struck off to conform to the cross section shown on the Drawings. 3.7 JOINTS A Joints shall be constructed of the type and dimensions, and at the locations required by the ' Drawings. Expansion, contraction, and construction joints shall be protected from the intrusion of injurious foreign material until sealed. B. Dummy grooves and contraction joints shall be cut to depth indicated on the drawings. C. Expansion joint filler shall be continuous from form to form and shaped to the subgrade. D. A construction joint shall be installed whenever the placing of concrete is suspended for more than 30 minutes and at the end of each days work. Transverse construction joints shall be placed only at dummy groove or expansion joint locations. 3.8 FINAL STRIKE OFF A The sequence of operations shall be the stike off and consolidation, floating and removal of laitance, straightedging, and final surface finish. In general, the addition of superficial water to the surface of the concrete to assist in finishing operations will not be pemtitted. ' B. After the concrete has been struck off and consolidated, it shall be further smoothed, trued, and consolidated by means of either a hand -operated longitudinal float longer than the sidewalk width and 6 inches in ' 025014 I ' Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122199 Water and Sewer Modifications width, properly stiffened, or a mechanical float IC. After the floating has been completed and the excess water removed, but while the concrete is still plastic, depressions shall be immediately filled with freshly mixed concrete, struck off, consolidated, and refinished. High areas shall be cut down and refinished. The surface shall be textured with a fiber -bristle broom moistened with clear water. The corrugations produced shall be uniform in appearance and approximately 1/32 -inch in depth. The corrugations shall be tperpendicular to the length of the sidewalk. D. The edges of the sidewalk along each side and expansion joint shall be finished with an edger ' having a radius of 1/8 -inch and a horizontal surface face of four (4) inches. E. Unhardened concrete shall be protected from rain and flowing water. 3.9 SURFACE TEST A The finished surface shall be tested with a 10 -foot straightedge. B. Where the departure exceeds 3/16 -inch in 10 feet, the sidewalk shall be removed between joints and replaced by and at the expense of the Contractor. 3.10 CURING A Immediately after the finishing operations have been completed and as soon as marring of the concrete will not occur, the entire surface of the newly placed concrete shall be covered and cured for at least 'seven (7) days. B. Equipment and materials needed for adequate curing and protection of the concrete shall be on hand before concrete placement begins. C. Protection shall be provided as necessary to prevent cracking of the pavement due to temperature ' changes during the curing period. ID. If the selected method of curing does not afford the proper curing and protection against concrete cracking, the damaged pavement shall be removed and replaced and another method of curing shall be employed as directed by the Owner's Representative. I L 02501-5 I ' Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications I E. Curing Methods 1 curing period. Burlap Mat a. A minimum of two layers of buriap cloth shall be kept saturated with water for the b. Mats shall overlap each other at least six (6) inches. 2. Impervious Sheeting Ia. The entire exposed concrete surface shall be wet with a fine spray of water and then covered with the sheeting material. Sheeting shall be securely anchored. I I I I H H H I H I b. Sheets shall overlap each other at least twelve (12) inches. 3. Liquid Membrane Curing a. Curing compound shall be applied in two coats at right angles to each other at a rate of one gallon per 200 square feet for both coats. b. The concrete shall not be allowed to dry before the application of the membrane. c. Joints to be sealed shall be cured by inserting moistened paper or fiber rope or covering with waterproof paper prior to application of the curing compound in a manner to prevent the curing compound from entering the joint d. Any area covered with curing compound and damaged during the curing period shall be resprayed immediately. 3.11 REMOVING FORMS A Forms shall not be removed from freshly placed concrete until it has set for at least 12 hours. B. Forms shall be removed carefully so as to avoid damage to the sidewalk. C. Sides of the slab shall be cured as outlined in Paragraph 3.10: Curing. D. Major honeycombed areas will be considered as defective work and shall be removed and replaced at the Contractor's expense. 02501-6 C I 1 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 3.12 SEALING JOINTS A. General 1. Joints shall be sealed as soon after completion of the curing period as feasible. 2. Just prior to sealing, each joint shall be thoroughly cleaned of all foreign material. 3. The concrete at the joint shall be surface -dry and the ambient temperature shall be above 50 degrees F., at the time of application. 4. Thejointsealershall not spill over the joint onto adjacent surfaces. 5. Prime joint when recommended by sealant manufacturer. 6. Mix and apply sealant as recommended by sealant manufacturer. B. Expansion Joints 1. Place bond breaker tape over filler. 2. Fill joint with sealer to within 118 -inch of surface. "END OF SECTION 02501" 02501-7 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 ' Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02513 ASPHALTIC CONCRETE PAVING PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION IA. This section covers the requirements for asphalt prime coat, tack coat, and asphalt concrete paving. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A. Submit list of equipment proposed for use. ' B. Submit current, AHTD approved mix designs for each asphalt concrete type called for on the drawings. I1.3 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS IA. Asphaltic concrete paving equipment, mixing, construction, and protection shall conform to the requirements of the enumerated sections of the STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION, ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT, dated 1996 (abbreviated in this specification as SSHC). B. References to the "Engineer" and "Department" in the SSHC shall be changed to refer to ' the "Owner's Representative." C. References to the "Materials Division" and "Engineer of Materials" in the SSHC shall be ' changed to refer to "Testing Lab" and "Testing Engineer." D. Delete subsections titled "Method of Measurement" and "Basis of Payment" PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 PRIME COAT ' A. Asphalt for prime coat shall be emulsified asphalt SS -1 conforming to AASHTO M 140, diluted one part water to one part emulsified asphalt ' B. Sand for blotting shall be fine graded clean sand reasonably free from silt, loam or other ' 02513-1 Li I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications foreign materials. 2.2 TACK COAT A. Asphalt for tack coat shall be emulsified asphalt SS -1 conforming to AASHTO M 140, diluted one part water to one part emulsified asphalt 2.3 ASPHALT CONCRETE BINDER COURSE A. Asphalt concrete binder course shall comply with the requirements of SHCC Sections 406.01 and 406.02. 2.4 ASPHALT CONCRETE HOT MIX SURFACE COURSE A. Asphalt hot mix surface course shall comply with the requirements of SHCC Sections 407.01 and 407.02 for the types shown on the drawings. PART 3 -EXECUTION 3.1 EQUIPMENT A. Distributors shall conform to SSHC Subsection 403.05 and 403.06. B. Compactors shall conform to SSHC Subsection 403.08 and 409.05. C. Mixing Plants 1. All plants shall conform to SSHC Subsection 409.03 except as follows: a. Delete Paragraph (h). D. Bituminous pavers shall conform to SSHC Subsection 409.04. 3.2 PREPARING MIXTURE A. Delivering and stockpiling of aggregates shall conform to SSHC Subsections 106.06 and 106.07. B. Mixing of materials shall conform to SSHC Subsection 410.03. 3.3 PRIME COAT A. Weather limitations shall be in accordance with SSHC Subsection 410.12. In addition, 02513-2 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications prime coat shall not be placed during rain or on a wet surface. B. Preparation of surface shall conform to SSHC Subsections 410.03, 410.04, and 410.05. C. Application of bituminous material shall conform to SSHC Subsection 401.03. D. Emulsified asphalt SS -1 shall be sprayed at 50-140 degrees F. E. Application of blotter material shall conform to SSHC Subsection 410.04. 3.4 PLACING ASPHALT MIXTURE A. Weather limitations shall be in accordance with SSHC Subsection 410.12. In addition, asphalt concrete shall not be placed during rain or on a wet surface. B. Spreading and finishing shall conform to SSHC Subsection 410.07. C. Compaction shall conform to SSHC Subsection 410.08 except as follows: 1. Delete paragraph 7 ("The maximum theoretical density will be recalculated.. °). 2. Compaction shall continue until the required densities have been obtained. E. Surface tolerances shall conform to SSHC Subsection 410.09(b)(2). F. Width and thickness shall conform to the drawings. G. Traffic shall not be permitted on the asphalt concrete pavement until it has received its final rolling. 3.5 TACK COAT A. Tack coat application shall conform to SSHC Subsection 401.03. B. Emulsified asphalt SS -1 shall be applied by spraying at a temperature of 50-140 degrees Fahrenheit 'END OF SECTION 02513" 02513-3 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 ' Water and Sewer Modifications . SECTION 02516 ' PAVEMENT MARKINGS IPART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section covers the requirements for white and yellow traffic stripe paint the placing of white and yellow traffic paint by the drop -on method. 1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE The traffic paint shall conform on a weight basis to the composition of the standard formula as closely as accepted good paint practice will permit No variation from standard formula will be permitted except for replacement of volatiles lost in processing or those approved by the Owner's Representative. 1.3 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS A. Traffic paint materials, application, and protection shall conform to the requirements of the enumerated sections of the STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION, ARKANSAS STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT, dated 1996 (abbreviated in this specification as SSHC). PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 PAINT A. Traffic Stripe Paint shall conform to the requirements of SHCC Subsections 718.01 and 718.02. B. Containers: Paint furnished under these specifications shall be put up in strong, tight, metal containers of 5 gallon (18.931) capacity. Each package shall be marked with the manufacturer's name, the type of paint contained therein, his formula number, and the date of manufacture. 2.2 EQUIPMENT A. The paint machine shall be capable of applying an even clean-cut line without excessive drifting of paint The cut-off mechanism on the paint machine shall be capable of making a clean-cut end -section without dripping or stinging fine lines of paint B. The bead dispenser shall be equipped with an automatic cut-off control synchronized with Li 02516-1 II I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications the cut-off of the striping material. PART 3 - EXECUTION ' 3.1 CONSTRUCTION IN GENERAL I J J I J J A. Construction shall comply with the requirements of SHCC Subsection 718.03. 6/22/99 B. The Contractor shall clean all dirt, glaze and grease, road film, curing compound and all other foreign materials from the pavement area to be striped. C. The material shall be applied to the pavement at a wet film thickness of approximately 0.015 inch (0.38 mm). D. The completed line shall be a uniform cross section. The paint traffic stripe shall not be applied when there is moisture on the pavement that would cause a poor bond between the paint and the pavement E. Application shall not be permitted when atmospheric temperature is below 40 degrees F (4.4 degrees C) and falling. Size and location of traffic stripes shall be as shown on the drawings. 3.2 SURFACES ' A. Inspect paving before starting painting work to make sure that it conforms to details on drawings and to other requirements specified under Section 02513. J !I J J '] J I 3.3 SEQUENCE OF WORK A. Painting work shall not begin until paving work, curb and gutters are completed and surfaces are clean and dry. "END OF. SECTION 02516" 02516-2 rl Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122199 Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02528 CONCRETE CURBS PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A This section covers the requirements for integral curb, header curb, and combined curb and gutter. I. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Submit mix design and field test results. 1.3 WEATHER LIMITATIONS ' A Construct curbs when atmospheric temperature is above 40 degrees F., when the underlying base is dry and not frozen, and when weather is not rainy. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE A Portland cement concrete shall be in accordance with Section 03301: CAST -IN -PLACE CONCRETE (MINOR CONSTRUCTION). Concrete shall have a 28 -day compressive strength of 3500 psi. ' 2.2 CURING AGENTS IA Burlap cloth shall conform to AASHTO M182, Class 2 or better. B. Sheet materials shall conform to AASHTO M171. ' C. Liquid membrane-fomung compounds shall conform to AASHTO M148, Type 2, Class B. I I ' 02528-1 1 C C I I I I I H H I I J J H Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 2.3 PREFORMED EXPANSION JOINT FILLER A Preformed expansion joint filler shall conform to AASHTO M153 or M213. 2.4 POLYMER JOINT SEALER A Joint sealer shall be either a two-part polysulfide or two-part urethane nonsag-type cold -applied compound conforming to Federal Specification TT -S -00227E, Type II. B. Color of Joint Sealer For joints in gray concrete, sealer shall be gray or black. 2. For joints in surface -colored concrete, sealer shall closely match the color of the concrete. C. Bond Breaker Bond -breaker cord shall be a neoprene -grade closed cellular cord. 2. Bond -breaker tape shall be a pressure -sensitive aluminum foil tape or a pressure -sensitive polyethylene tape conforming to Military Specification MIL -T -22085A, Type II. 2.5 FORMS A Forms shall be of metal or wood. Forms shall be suitable in cross-section, depth, and strength to resist springing during depositing and consolidating the concrete. B. Forms shall not vary from a straight line more than 1/8 -inch in any ten -foot -long section in either a horizontal or vertical direction. C. Flexible or curved forms shall be used for radius forming. D. Wood forms shall be at least two (2) inches thick. Wood forms shall also be free from warp, twist, loose knots, splits, or other defects. ' kinks. I Ii] E. Metal keyway shall be shaped from metal of a minimum 18 -gage thickness and shall be free from 02528-2 I I I J J I J J I J I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 2.6 REINFORCEMENT A. Reinforcement steel shall be used where called for on the Drawings. B. Deformed billet -steel bars for reinforcement and be bars shall conform to AASHTO M31. 2.7 LOAD -TRANSFER DOWELS A Dowel Bars Smooth dowel bars shall conform to AASHTO M183. 6/22/99 2. Dowel bars shall have a shop or field coat of zinc chromate for the full length of the bar. Ends shall have a field coat of MC -70 lubricant for a minimum of one-half the length of the bar. B. Support Assemblies 1. Support assemblies or baskets shall have sufficient rigidity and be so held in -place during concrete placement that dowels will be in a true position in the finished pavement 2. The height of the support assembly (measured to the center of the dowel bar) shall be one-half the thickness of the pavement or gutter. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 PREPARATION OF GRADE A. After grading and compacting, the grade shall be trimmed to correct elevation, extending the work at least one foot beyond each edge of the proposed surfacing. 3.2 SETTING FORMS A Forms shall be firmly in contact with the grade for their whole length. B. Forms shall be staked in -place with not less than 3 pins for each 1 0 -foot section. ' C. Forms shall not deviate from true -line by more than 114 -inch at any point J J D. The alignment and grade elevations of the forms shall be checked and corrections made by the Contractor immediately before placing the concrete. 02528-3 I L I I I I I H I I H I I I H I J I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 3.3 PLACING REINFORCEMENT 6122/99 A Reinforcement shall be free from dirt, oil, rust, scale, or other substances that prevent the bonding of the concrete to the reinforcement B. Reinforcement shall be accurately and securely fastened in -place with suitable supports and des. C. Steel shall not extend through contraction or expansion joints but shall be stopped clear of joint by not less than two (2) inches and not more than four (4) inches. 3.4 MIXING CONCRETE A Ready -mixed concrete shall be mixed and delivered in accordance with the requirements of AASHTO M157. 3.5 PLACING CONCRETE A Concrete shall be deposited on -the -grade without segregation of the materials. B. Placing shall be continuous between transverse joints without the use of intermediate bulkheads. C. Concrete shall be thoroughly consolidated against and along the faces of all forms and along the full-length and on both sides of all joint assemblies, by means of vibrators inserted in the concrete. 3.6 JOINTS A Joints shall be constructed of the type and dimensions and at the locations required by the Drawings. Joints shall be protected from the intrusion of injurious foreign material until sealed. B. Saw cuts shall be by means of a saw with a water-cooled diamond -edge saw blade or an abrasive wheel. Joints shall be sawed as soon as the concrete has hardened sufficiently to permit sawing without excess raveling (4th 16 hours after placing). C. Transverse Joints 1. Transverse joints shall make a right angle with the centerline of the pavement and surface of the subgrade unless shown otherwise on the Drawings. 2. Transverse joints in integral curb shall be the same type and in -line with joints in the adjacent pavement unless shown otherwise on the Drawings. 02528-4 I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications ' 3. Transverse Contraction Joints L I I I I I I I I H J I I J I a. Transverse contraction joints in integral curb shall be saw cuts made by continuing the pavement saw cut completely through the curb. b. Transverse contraction joints in combined curb and gutter shall be either formed or sawed. Formed joints shall be constructed by means of a 114 -inch -thick by 1 -1/2 -inch -wide steel separator conforming to the face of the curb and gutter. Sawed joints shall be made by sawing 1 -1/2 -inch -deep into gutter and completely through the curb. c. Transverse contraction joints in header curb shall be formed by means of a 1/4 -inch -thick by 1 -1/2 -inch -wide steel separator conforming to the face of the curb. d. The sawing of any joint shall be omitted if a crack occurs at or near the joint location before the time of sawing. Sawing shall be discontinued if a crack develops ahead of the saw. e. Separators shall be removed as soon as practical after concrete has set sufficiently to preserve the width and shape of the joint Separators shall be removed prior to finishing. 4. Transverse Construction Joints a. Transverse construction joints shall be placed whenever the placing of concrete is suspended for more than 30 minutes. b. Construction joints in integral curb shall be only located at contraction joint locations or in the middle -third of the normal joint interval. c. Construction joints in combined curb and gutter and header curb shall be only located at contraction joint locations. d. Construction joints at contraction joint locations shall be a butt joint with dowels. D. Expansion Joints 1. Transverse expansion joints shall be located where the curb abuts or surrounds buildings, posts, inlet aprons, manhole aprons, and similar structures or as shown on the Drawings. 2. Expansion joints shall consist of a vertical -expansion joint filler placed in a butt -type joint with or without dowel bars as shown on the Drawings. 3. The expansion joint filler shall be continuous and shaped to the subgrade. 02528-5 I I H Li I I II II C. After the floating has been completed and the excess water removed, but while the concrete is still ' plastic, depressions shall be immediately filled with freshly mixed concrete, struck off, consolidated, and refinished. High areas shall be cut down and refinished. Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 4. An installing bar or other device shall be used if necessary to ensure proper grade and alignment of the filler during placing and finishing of the concrete. E. Finished joints shall not deviate in horizontal alignment more than 1/4 -inch from a straight line. 3.7 FINAL FINISHING A Integral curb shall be struck off, consolidated, and floated by the same equipment used to strike off and consolidate the concrete paving. B. Surfaces of combined curb and gutter and header curb shall be floated and finished with a smooth -wood float until true -to -grade and section and uniform in texture. ' D. Before final finishing is completed and before the concrete has taken its initial set, the edges of pavement along each slab and formed joint shall be carefully finished with an edger of the radius shown on the Drawings. E. Final Finishing 1. When curb face forms are used, immediately after removing these forms, the face of the curb shall be rubbed with a wood or concrete rubbing block and watered until blemishes, form marks, and tool marks have been removed. 2. As soon as the curb concrete has set sufficiently to retain its shape without support, the final surface finish shall be obtained by uniformly brushing the surface with a fine -hair brush. The gutter, side and top of combined curb and gutter, and the side and top of integral curb and head curb shall be brushed with longitudinal strokes. 3.8 SURFACE TEST IA. The finished surface shall be tested with a 10 -foot straightedge. B. Where the departure exceeds 114 -inch in 10 feet, the curb or curb and gutter shall be removed between joints and replaced by and at the expense of the Contractor. H 02528-6 11 C C H H I I H I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 3.9 CURING 6122/99 A. Immediately after the finishing operations have been completed and as soon as marring of the concrete will not occur, the entire surface of the newly placed concrete shall be covered and cured for at least seven (7) days. B. Unhardened concrete shall be protected from rain and flowing water. C. Equipment and materials needed for adequate curing and protection of the concrete shall be on -hand before concrete placement begins. D. Protection shall be provided as necessary to prevent cracking of the pavement due to temperature changes during the curing period. E. If the selected method of curing does not afford the proper curing and protection against concrete cracking, the damaged concrete shall be removed and replaced and another method of curing shall be employed as directed by the Owner's Representative. F. Curing Methods ' curing period. I I 1. Burlap Mat a. A minimum of two layers of burlap cloth shall be kept saturated with water for the b. Mats shall overlap each other at least six (6) inches. 2. Impervious Sheeting a. The entire exposed concrete surface shall be wet with a fine spray of water and then covered with the sheeting material. Sheeting shall be securely anchored. b. Sheets shall overlap each other at least twelve (12) inches. 3. Liquid Membrane Curing ' a. Curing compound shall be applied in two coats at right angles to each other at a rate of one -gallon per 200 square feet for both coats. b. The concrete shall not be allowed to dry before the application of the membrane. 02528-7 I I H H 11 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications c. Joints to be sealed shall be cured by inserting moistened paper or fiber rope or covering with waterproof paper prior to application of the curing compound in a manner to prevent the curing compound from entering the joint d. Any area covered with curing compound and damaged during the curing period shall be resprayed immediately. 3.10 REMOVING FORMS A. Forms, except curb -free forms, shall not be removed from freshly placed concrete until it has set for at least 12 hours. B. Forms shall be removed carefully so as to avoid damage to the concrete. IC. Sides of the slab shall be cured as outlined in Paragraph 3.9. I H H I I I I I I I D. Major honeycombed areas will be considered as defective work and shall be removed and replaced at the Contractor's expense. 3.11 SEALING JOINTS A. General 1. Joints shall be sealed as soon after completion of the curing period as feasible. 2. Just prior to sealing, each joint shall be thoroughly cleaned of all foreign material. 3. The concrete at the joint shall be surface -dry and the ambient temperature shall be above 50 degrees F. at the time of application. 4. The joint sealer shall not spill over the joint onto adjacent surfaces. 5. Prime joint when recommended by sealant manufacturer. 6. Mix and apply sealant as recommended by sealant manufacturer. B. Contraction Joints 1. Place bond -breaker cord in joint such that the top of the cord is 3/4 -inch to 1 -inch below the pavement surface. 2. Fill joint with sealer to within 1/8 -inch of the surface. 02528-8 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1 C. Construction Joint ' 1. Place bond -breaker tape on bottom of joint ' 2. Fill joint with sealer to within 1/8 -inch of surface. D. Expansion Joints 1. Place bond -breaker tape over filler. 2. Fill joint with sealer to within 118 -inch of surface. 3.12 EXTRUDED METHOD ' A The extruded method may be used to construct combined curb and gutter. B. Construction without the use of fixed forms shall conform to the applicable provisions of Paragraph 3.1 through 3.11. C. The extrusion machine shall be operated on a string or wire line, and rails or forms shall be set at uniform depth below the predetermined finished top of curb grade. D. Concrete shall be uniformly fed to the machine and shall be of such consistency that after extrusion the concrete will maintain the shape of the section without support The finished curb or curb and gutter shall present a well -compacted mass with a surface free from voids and honeycomb and reasonably true to established shape, line and grade. Any additional surface finishing required shall be performed immediately after extrusion. E. Joints shall be constructed at the same locations as required when form construction is being used. Transverse contraction joints shall be made by sawing 1 -112 -inch -deep into the gutter and completely through the curb. "END OF SECTION 02528" 1 I I ' 02528-9 Ti I I I J H I H. I H I H H I I H I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02601 MANHOLES AND CLEANOUTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A This section covers the requirements for manholes and cleanouts. 1.2 SUBMITTALS Submit manufacturers specifications, dimensions and other data for the following: A Cleanout body and plug 6/22199 B. Aggregate - submit certification from supplier indicating concrete and mortar aggregates conform to the specifications noted. C. Portland Cement and Lime - submit certification from manufacturer that the Portland Cement and Lime materials conform to the specification requirements. D. Ready Mix Concrete - submit certification from supplier that the concrete ready -mix facility meets specification requirements. PART2-PRODUCTS 2.1 MANHOLES A Manholes shall be poured -in -place concrete. 2.2 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE A Cast -in -place concrete shall conform to applicable requirements of Section03301: CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE (MINOR CONSTRUCTION). Concrete for manholes and cleanouts shall have a 28 -day compressive strength of 3500 psi. 02601-1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 2.3 PORTLAND CEMENT MORTAR A. Portland cement mortar shall consist of cement, fine aggregate and water. B. Portland Cement - See Paragraph 2.2: Portland Cement Concrete. C. Water - See Paragraph 2.2: Portland Cement Concrete. D. Fine Aggregate - See Paragraph 2.2: Portland Cement Concrete. E. Proportioning of Mixes: 1. The proportions of Portland cement,, fine aggregate and water shall produce a plastic mortar. 2. One sack of cement weighing 94 pounds shall be considered one cubic foot 3. Class "C" mortar: 2 parts by volume of fine aggregate per 1 part cement 4. Class "D" mortar. 2.5 parts by volume of fine aggregate per 1 part cement F. Lime: 1. Lime shall have been thoroughly air slaked before mixing with the mortar. Up to ten percent of the cement content may be added to the mix to increase the workability. 2. Lime shall conform to ASTM C 141. 2.4 NOT USED 2.5 NOT USED 2.6 CASTINGS A. Gray iron castings shall conform to ASTM A 48. Castings shall be equal to or better than Class No. 30. B. Castings shall be free from pouring faults, sponginess, cracks, blowholes, and other defects, shall be filleted at angles, and the anises shall be sharp and true. All castings shall be free from warp and shall be true to the shape and dimension required. All covers fitting into frames shall fit properly, and seat uniformly and solidly. 02601-2 I I] I I I I I L I E H H H I H H H Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 2.7 CLEANOUT 6/22/99 A. Cleanout shall be coated cast iron standard ferrule cleanout body with a bronze plain countersunk threaded plug. The cover shall be a heavy duty cast iron tractor cover @oose set) for flush installation. B. Pipe for cleanout riser shall be cast iron soil pipe as specified in Section 02722: SANITARY SEWERAGE SYSTEMS. C. Size: 1. Same size as main line up to four (4) inch diameter pipe size. 2. Six (6) inch minimum for larger than four (4) inch diameter pipe size. D. The cleanoutferrule shall be attached to the riser with a suitable coupling or gasket ring. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 MANHOLE BASES AND INVERTS A. The concrete installed in manhole bases shall be as specified in paragraph 2.2: Portland Cement Concrete. B. Invert Channels: 1. The invert channels shall be smooth and semicircular in shape conforming to the inside of the adjacent sewer section. 2. Changes in direction of flow shall be made with a smooth curve of as large a radius as the size of the manhole will permit 3. Changes in the size and grade of the channels shall be made gradually and evenly. 4. The invert channels shall be formed directly in the concrete of the manhole base, or shall be half tile laid in concrete, or shall be constructed by laying a full section of sewer pipe through the manhole and removing the top half after the surrounding concrete has hardened. C. The floor of the manhole outside the channels shall be smooth and shall slope toward the channels not less than one (1) inch per foot nor more than two (2) inches per foot 02601-3 I C L I I H I I I I I I I I H H Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 3.2 POURED -IN -PLACE MANHOLES 6122/99 A Poured -in -place manholes shall have nonreinforced concrete walls. Concrete shall be in accordance with applicable portions of paragraph 2.2: Portland Cement Concrete. B. Forms shall be accurately made of steel sheets and shapes of ample strength to form dense watertight walls to true dimensions. C. Concrete shall be deposited in evenly distributed layers of about 18 inches, with each layer vibrated to bond itto the preceding layer. D. Mortar for finishing and sealing shall be Class "C". Any honeycombing less than 2 inches deep shall be repaired using Class "D" mortar. 3.3 NOT USED 3.4 SETTING MANHOLE FRAME A Frame shall be accurately and carefully placed to the exact grade required and shall be flush with the surrounding surfaces unless shown otherwise. B. Frame shall have a full bearing and shall be level. 3.5 CLEANOUT A Cleanouts shall be installed at finish grade where indicated on the Drawings. B. Cleanout ferrules shall be caulked into hub and closed with bronze screw plug. C. An 18" square by 6" thick concrete pad shall be poured around the cleanout except in areas that have a concrete surface. These cleanouts shall be placed to the exact grade required and positioned to receive the concrete surfacing. "END OF SECTION 02601" 02601-4 I I I I I I H I I I I I I I I IH Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02644 FIRE HYDRANTS PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section covers requirements for fire hydrants for use in public water supply systems. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A. Submit fire hydrant manufacturer's signed certification stating the following: 1. The fire hydrant and material used in its construction conform to the applicable requirements of the latest revision of AWWA C 502. 2. The tests required by the latest revision of AWWA C 502 have been made and all test requirements have been met B. Submit fire hydrant maintenance and operation data for the fire hydrants supplied. C. Submit shop drawings of hydrants indicating the required nozzle sizes and threadings, operating nut size and shape, direction of opening, and paint color and type. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1. GENERAL A. Fire hydrants shall be the "dry -barrel" type conforming to the latest revision of AWWA C 502. B. Fire hydrants shall be ULIFM approved. C. Acceptable products: Mueller Centurion A423, Waterous 5'/: WB67-90, or approved equal. 2.2 COORDINATION WITH CITY A. The Contractor shall coordinate with the City before purchasing fire hydrants to determine the following: 1. Hose nozzle threading 2. Pumper nozzle size and threading 026111 I H II I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 2.3 HYDRANT DESIGN A Main valves shall have an opening of 5-''/ inch nominal diameter. r .. ' B. Three-way fire hydrants shall have two 2-% inch hose nozzles spaced 180 degrees apart and one pumper nozzle spaced 90 degrees to the hose nozzles. C. Bury length shall be 42 inches. Extensions shall be Mueller A320 or approved equal. ID. Fire hydrants shall have two-piece barrels with breakaway ground -line flange. The flange shall contain at least eight bolts to permit proper orientation of nozzles. H I I I J I H I I H I E. Main valve and drain valve shall be faced with rubber or balata. Inlet connection shall be 6 inch mechanical joint conforming to AWWA C110. G. Nozzles shall be complete with caps, cap gaskets, and chains. H. Operating nut shall be 144" pentagon, National Standard. Hydrant main valve shall open counterclockwise. J. Hydrants shall be of such design that when the barrel is broken off the hydrant will remain closed. Safety stem coupling shall fail upon vehicular impact without damage to the stem or main valve. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A Hydrants shall be set plumb with the pumper outlet facing the roadway. B. The distance from the centerline of the pumper nozzle to the finished grade shall be a minimum of 18 inches and a maximum of 24 inches. C. Hydrant shall be blocked with a plug -type concrete bearing thrust block or shall be harnessed to the 6 inch hydrant branch tee. D. A sufficient quantity of granular material shall be backfilled around the hydrant to allow free drainage of the barrel. J I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' E. Fire hydrants shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of the applicable sections of the latest revision of AWWA C600. F. When installation is complete, fire hydrants shall be painted above ground level with 3M Company reflective paint 7216. Bonnets shall be painted as indicated on the drawings. "END OF SECTION 02644" 1 1 I 1 I 1 1 026113 F Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122/99 Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02670 GATE VALVES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION ' This section covers the requirements for gate valves three inches through twelve inches. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A The Contractor shall submit valve manufacturer's information including the following: 1. Catalog data 2. Weight 3. Assembly drawings 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE A Gate valves shall conform to the requirements of the latest revision of AWWA C-509. B. Acceptable manufacturers: M&H, Waterous, Mueller, Clow. IC. Gate valves shall be suitable for a total pressure of 200 PSI plus a 120 PSI surge pressure. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS ' A Valves: t 1. Gate valves shall be iron body bronze mounted having double discs, rolled bronze stems, cast iron followers, and steel bonnet bolts and nuts. Cast iron shall meet the requirements of ASTM Al 26, Class B. Valves shall have a factory -applied, fusion -bonded epoxy coating ' conforming to AWWA C550. 2. Gate valves shall be designed and constructed with dual "O-ring" seals. The O-ring stem ' seal shall be designed so that the seal above the stem collar can be replaced with the valve under pressure in the full °open" position. 02670-1 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 622/99 Water and Sewer Modifications I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 3. All manually operated gate valves shall open by turning counterclockwise. 2. Gate valves 3 through 12 inches NPS shall be 200 psig design water pressure. B. Stems: Gate valves installed in the ground and in other unexposed locations shall have nonrising stems, with a standard 2" square operating nut Nonrising stem valves shall have the direction of opening indicated on the wrench nut C. Joints: 1. Buried valves shall be mechanical joint unless specified otherwise. 2.2 NOT USED 2.3 NOT USED 2.4 VALVE BOXES A Valve boxes shall be installed over each valve in a buried service application. Valve boxes shall be manufactured for installation in roadways. The word "WATER" shall be cast into the lid. B. The valve box shall be centered over the operating nut of the valve with the box cover flush with the surface of the finished area. C. The valve box shall be installed so as not to transmit shock or stress to the valve. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A Valves shall be installed as shown on the drawings where indicated or required. "END OF SECTION 02670" 02670-2 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02671 BUTTERFLY VALVES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section covers the requirements for rubber -seated butterfly valves. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A The Contractor shall submit the valve manufacturers information including the following: 6/22/99 1. Catalog data 2. Assembly drawings 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE A Butterfly valves shall be Class 2508, and shall comply with the latest revision of AWWA C504 standards for Rubber -Seated Butterfly Valves. B. Valves shall be hydrostatically tested at 250 PSI for leakage, in accordance with AWWA C504. C. Acceptable product Henry Pratt Company °Groundhog° or approved equal. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS A Valves: 1. Valve bodies shall be cast iron complying with ASTM A126, Class B. Laying lengths for valve bodies shall be in accordance with Table 3 of AWWA C504-80. Valves shall have a factory -applied, fusion - bonded epoxy coating conforming to AWWA C550. steel edge. 2. Valve discs shall be of alloy cast iron complying with ASTM A436, Type I, with stainless 02671-1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 3. Valve seats shall be designed for leak -tight shutoff at the specified pressure. Rubber seats applied to the body shall be bonded, molded in, and vulcanized in a recessed groove of dovetail design. Vulcanizing and bonding shall be in accordance with ASTM D429, Method A or B. Sprayed or plated seats will not be acceptable. Seat bond must withstand 75 pounds pull under test procedure ASTM 0429, Method B. 4. Valve shafts, including hexagonal shafts, shall be of 18-8 stainless steel, type 304 or 316. Shaft diameters shall be in accordance with Table 4 of AWWA C504-80. Shaft shall be capable of transmitting torque equivalent to at least 75 percent of the torsional strength of the minimum required shaft diameter for the turned down portion of the shaft 5. Shaft seals shall be designed for standard split -V type packing, for Standard O ring seals or for pull -down packing. If pull -down type packing is used, a bronze gland and assembly shall be furnished for access and to keep foreign material off the packing, and the packing shall be capable of adjustment or Valve bearings shall be provided with "self -lubricated" materials of construction. All manually operated butterfly valves shall open by turning counterclockwise. Joints: Buried butterfly valves shall be mechanical joint unless specified otherwise. 2.2 NOT USED 2.3 VALVE BOXES A. Valve boxes shall be installed over each valve in a buried service application. be manufactured for installation in roadways. The word "WATER" shall be cast into the lid. The valve box shall be centered over the operating nut of the valve with the box cover flush with The valve box shall be installed so as not to transmit shock or stress to the valve. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION Valves shall be installed as shown on the drawings where indicated or required. I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02678 THRUST RESTRAINTS PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A This section covers the requirements for thrust restraints. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS psi. 6/22/99 A Concrete: Concrete used for thrust blocking shall have a minimum compressive strength of 2,500 B. Tie Rods: Tie rods shall be ASTM A-588, Grade 50 stainless steel rods. Nuts shall be of the same materials as the tie rods. Eye bolt attachments shall not be used. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 INSTALLATION A All 90 degree bends, tees, hydrant shoes, and other fittings shall have °Megalug" or approved equal retainers. B. Valves, bends, reducers, and other hardware near bends shall be positively bolted, all -threaded, or mechanically joined to each other. °Bolted° includes single and double flanged adapters (such as Foster adapters or swivel adapters) which provide a solid bolted or mechanicaljoint type connection. C. Fire hydrant valves shall be positively connected to the water main as shown on the detail. Where the hydrant leg is longer than 70 feet, an additional valve shall be placed at the tee on the main and retained as specified above. D. Thrust restraints shall be constructed at bends and tees on pressure lines. ' C. The general arrangements for thrust restraints are shown on the drawings and standard details. 02678-1 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications D. Underground pipe blocking shall bear against undisturbed soil. E. Fittings shall be wrapped with 8 -mil polyethylene prior to pouring the concrete. Concrete shall not extend over or around the fitting joints. "END OF SECTION 02678" 02678-2 I H fJ C L H H I I I H H Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02701 LEAKAGE TESTS PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A This section covers the requirements for performing leakage tests. 6/22/99 B. Al structures required to be watertight and all pressure and gravity piping and pipelines shall be tested by the Contractor. All tests shall, be conducted in a manner to minimize interference with the progress of the work. C. The Contractor shall notify the Owner when the work is ready for testing and tests shall be conducted as soon as possible thereafter. All labor, equipment water and materials, including meters and gauges, shall be furnished by the Contractor at his own expense. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Submit the method proposed for disposal of waste water from hydrostatic tests prior to performing the test B. A statement signed by the Principal Officer of the contracting firm stating that the leakage test has been performed and that the results are satisfactory. PART 2 -PRODUCTS Not applicable. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 NOT USED 3.2 PRESSURE PIPING A. Perform testing of pipe materials, joints, and other materials incorporated into construction of water mains and force mains to determine leakage and watertightness. Pressure pipeline shall be tested in accordance with Section 4 of AWWA C600. 02701-1 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22199 Water and Sewer Modifications B. Pressure Test Conduct test after pipe has been completed, including all taps and meter settings, and backfill. Newly laid pipe or valved section thereof shall be subjected to hydrostatic pressure of at least 1.5 times the static pressure at point of testing or 200 psi, whichever is greater. C. Leakage Test: 1. Leakage test shall be conducted concurrently with pressure test. Leakage is defined as quantity of water that must be supplied into newly laid pipeline or valved section thereof to maintain pressure within 5 psi of specified test pressure after air in pipeline has been expelled and pipeline has been filled with water. Leakage shall not be measured by drop in pressure in test section over period of time. 2. No pipeline installation will be accepted if leakage is greater than that determined ' by the following formula: SDJP L= 133200 H H L = allowable leakage, (gallons per hour) S = length of pipe tested, (feet) D = nominal diameter of pipe, (inches) P = average test pressure during test, (psig) 3. Each valved section of pipe shall be slowly filled with water and sthe specified test pressure shall be applied by means of a pump connected to the pipe in a manner satisfactory to the Engineer. Before applying test pressure, all air shall be expelled from the pipe by permanent taps or corporation cocks where necessary. I 4. The Contractor shall provide all pumps or other equipment necessary to maintain the test pressure within 5 psi at the test point for a period of two hours. Fire hydrant valves shall be open during the pressure test ' 5. Visible leaks shall be repaired regardless of amount of leakage measured. ' 6. Acceptance of Installation: If test of pipe laid in place discloses leakage greater than that specified, Contractor shall, at his own expense, locate leak and make repairs as necessary until leakage is within specified allowance. 1 7. Supply water for testing at no expense to Owner. I H 02701-2 I L I H H H I Li H H I I I H I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 3.3 SEWERS A Tests to be made for leakage and infiltration of water into sewers shall be made prior to making connections with other sewers, pipes or drains. B. Upon completion of the work of any sewer, it shall be tested for watertightness and shall meet the requirements set forth below before final acceptance of the work of the Contract C. Test sanitary sewer pipe system installed below grade and outside building in accordance with the following procedures: Perform testing of manhole construction, pipe materials, joints, or other materials incorporated into construction of sanitary sewer system to determine leakage and watertightness. 2. Manhole Vacuum Testing: Test shall be performed with suitable apparatus made for such purpose and shall draw vacuum of 10 -in. of Mercury (Hg). Test passes if vacuum remains at 10 -in. of Hg or drops to not less than 9 -in. of Hg in 1 min. 3. Flexible Pipe Deflection Testing: a. Allowable Deflection: Maximum allowable pipe deflection shall not exceed 5 percent of nominal inside diameter. b. Mandrel: Mandrel, go/no-go, device shall be cylindrical in shape and constructed with either 9 or 16 evenly spaced arms or prongs. Mandrels with less arms will be rejected as not sufficiently accurate. Contact length of mandrel's arms shall equal or exceed nominal inside diameter of sewer to be inspected. Critical mandrel dimensions shall carry tolerance of 0.01 -in. maximum. Mandrel and necessary equipment for mandrel test shall be provided by Contractor. c. Procedure: Mandrel shall be hand -pulled through flexible pipe sewer lines no earlier • than 30 days after trench has been completely backfilled and compacted. Sections of sewer not passing mandrel shall be uncovered and rebedded, rerounded, or replaced to satisfaction of the Owner or his designated representative or Governing Agency. Repaired section shall 02701-3 J I I L H I 4 3.60 6 5.40 ' 8 7.12 10 8.80 ' 12 10.44 15 12.90 18 15.30 H Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications d. be retested. Mandrel O.D. (outside diameter): Outside diameter of mandrel shall be set according to the following table: Nominal Diameter, in. Mandrel O.D., in. H H H I I I I I e. Contractor's Warranty: The Owner or his designated representative or Governing Agency reserves the right to mandrel test flexible pipe sewer line before acceptance, and also prior to expiration of first year of operation. If previously accepted line fails mandrel test performed during first year of operation, defects must be corrected at Contractor's expense. 4. Air Testing of Gravity Sewers: a. Plug pipe outlets with suitable test plugs and brace each plug securely. b. Pipe air supply to pipeline to be tested in such manner that air supply may be shut off, pressure observed, and air pressure released from pipe without workmen entering manhole. c. Add air slowly to portion of pipe under test until internal pressure of line is raised to approximately 4 psig, but less than 5 psig. d. Shut air supply off and allow at least 2 minutes for air pressure to stabilize. e. When pressure has stabilized and is at or above starting test pressure of 3.5 psi, start test Determine time in seconds with stopwatch for pressure to fall 0.5 psig so that pressure at end of time is at or above 3.0 psig. 1 g. Compare observed time with minimum allowable times in chart below for I 02701-4 I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications pass/fail determination. 6/22199 1 Nominal Pipe Diameter (inches) 2 Minimum Time (min:sec.) 3 Length for Minimum Time (feet) 4 Time for Longer Length (sec.) SPECIFICATION TIME FOR LENGTH (L) SHOWN (MIN:SEC) 100 ft 150 ft 200 ft 250 ft 300 ft 350 ft 400 ft 450 ft 4 1:53 597 .190L 1:53 1:53 1:53 1:53 1:53 1:53 1:53 1:53 6 2:50 398 .427L 2:50 2:50 2:50 2:50 2:50 2:50 2:51 3:12 8 3:47 298 .760L 3:47 3:47 3:47 3:47 3:48 4:26 5:04 5:42 10 4:43 239 1.187L 4:43 4:43 4:43 4:57 5:56 6:55 7:54 8:54 12 5:40 199 1.709L 5:40 5:40 5:42 7:08 8:33 9:58 11:24 12:50 15 7:05 159 2.671 L 7:05 7:05 8:54 11:08 13:21 15:35 17:48 20:02 18 8:30 133 3.846L 8:30 9:37 12:49 16:01 19:14 22:26 25:38 28:51 21 9:55 114 5.235L 9:55 13:05 17:27 21:49 26:11 30:32 34:54 39:16 24 11:20 99 6.837L 11:24 17:57 22:48 28:30 34:11 39:53 45:35 51:17 27 12:45 88 8.653L 14:25 21:38 28:51 36:04 43:16 50:30 57:42 46:54 30 14:10 80 10.683L 17:48 26:43 35:37 44:31 53:25 62:19 71:13 80:07 33 15:35 72 12.926L 21:33 32:19 43:56 53:52 64:38 75:24 86:10 96:57 36 17:00 66 15.384L 25:39 38:28 51:17 64:06 76:55 89:44 102:34 115:23 h. Safety Precautions: Low pressure air test may be dangerous to personnel if, through lack of understanding or carelessness, line is overpressurized or plugs are installed improperly. It is extremely important that various plugs be installed so as to prevent the sudden expulsion of poorly inflated plug. As example of hazard, force of 250 -lb is exerted on 8 -in, plug by internal pressure of 5 psi. Observe following safety precautions: i. No person shall be allowed in manholes during test or when plugged pipe is under pressure. j. Gauges, air piping manifolds, and valves shall be located at top of ground. k. Install and brace plugs securely. I. Do not overpressurize lines. m. Groundwater Elevation: If pipeline to be tested is below groundwater 02701-5 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' level, starting test pressure shall be increased by 0.433 psi for each foot groundwater level is above invert of sewer pipe. In no case shall starting test pressure exceed 9.0 psig. 5. Acceptance of Installation: ' No gravity sewer or manhole will be accepted that does not comply with minimum requirements of tests described in herein. 6. Test Equipment Necessary equipment to perform air test in accordance with Specifications shall be provided by Contractor. Test gauge shall preferably have incremental division ' of 0.10 psi and have accuracy of at least 0.04 psi. In no case shall test gauge be used which has incremental divisions of greater than 0.25 psi. Gauge shall be of sufficient size in order to determine this accuracy. ' 7. Furnish 1 copy of gravity sewer and manhole test results to the Owner or his designated representative and Governing Agency upon completion of gravity sewer system backfilling operations. I I I I I I I I "END OF SECTION 02701" 02701-6 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 I 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02713 DOMESTIC WATER SYSTEM 6/22199 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section covers the requirements for installation of the domestic water system. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Pipe and fitting manufacturers certification stating the following: 1. Name of manufacturer. 2. Sampling, testing and inspection have been done in accordance with the requirements of applicable standards for the type of pipe indicated. 3. The pipe joints pass the performance tests without leakage. 4. Recommended installation instructions. B. Each certification submitted shall be signed by an authorized agent of the Manufacturer. 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE A Ductile iron pipe, fittings, and coatings shall meet the latest revisions of the following standards: 1. AWWA C 104 Cement -Mortar Lining for Ductile Iron Pipe and Fittings for Water. 2. AWWA C 105 Polyethylene Encasement for Ductile Iron Piping for Water and Other Liquids. 3. AWWA C 110 Ductile Iron and Gray Iron Fittings, 3" Through 48" for Water and Other Liquids. 4. AWWA C 111 Rubber Gasket Joints for Ductile -Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings. 5. AWWA C 150 Thickness Design of Ductile Iron Pipe. 02713-1 I 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications 6/22/99 6. AWWA C 151 Ductile Iron Pipe, Centrifugally Cast for Water or Other Liquids. 7. AWWA C153 Ductile Iron Compact Fittings. 8. AWWA C200 Standard for Steel Water Pipe. 9. AWWA C 600 Installation of Ductile Iron Water Mains and Appurtenances. 10. AWWA C 601 Disinfecting Water Mains. B. AWWA PVC Pipe shall be in accordance with the following standards: 1. AWWA C 601 Disinfecting Water Mains. 2. AWWA C 900 Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure Pipe, 4" through 12" for Water. 3. AWWA M23 PVC Pipe - Design and Installation 4. ASTM D2774 Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pressure Piping. C. Fitting Tests 1. Fitting materials and fittings of the same diameter and pressure rating as those used on the job shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by AWWA C 110. D. Joint Test 1. Rubber materials and rubber -gasket joints for ductile iron pipe and fittings shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by AWWA C 111. 2. Elastomeric materials and elastomeric gaskets for PVC pipe shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by ASTM F 477. 02713-2 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 DUCTILE IRON PIPE A Ductile iron pipe shall be centrifugally cast in one piece, and shall conform to the requirements of I AWWA C151. The pipe shall be designed to withstand compacted earth loadings as applied according to the conditions set out on the Plans with an AASHTO HS -20 truck live load. The external loading shall be based on a soil density of 120PCF and Type 3 standard laying conditions. IB. Pipe thickness design shall be calculated in accordance with AWWA C-150 for the depth of cover shown on the drawings, Laying Condition Type 3, and a working pressure 01 200 psi,120 psi surge allowance, as described in the AWWA C-151. Pipe pressure Class 350 for pipe sizes 12" and smaller. Pipe pressure Class 300 for pipe sizes 14" and larger. C. Ductile iron pipe shall have a standard thickness cement mortar lining conforming with AWWA C104. D. All ductile iron pipe shall have a bituminous exterior coating unless otherwise specified. Exposed pipe may be required to have a factory prime coat consisting of one coat of Kop-Coat 240 Gold Primer, Kop-Coat 622 LCF Primer, or approved equal. The bituminous coating shall be approximately 1 mil thick and shall be factory applied to the outside of all pipe and fittings. The finished coating shall be continuous, smooth, neither brittle when exposed to the cold nor sticky ' when exposed to the sun, and shall be strongly adherent to the pipe or felting. 2.2 FITTINGS A Fittings shall be ductile iron, cement -mortar lined, with bituminous coating on exterior, as specified in paragraphs 2.1.C and 2.1.D above. ' B. All ductile iron fittings shall conform to the requirements of AWWA C153, latest revision, for Ductile Iron Compact Fittings. ' C. Restrained joint pipe and fittings shall be ductile iron pipe manufactured in accordance with applicable sections of AWWA C151 and AWWA C110. All restrained joint pipe shall be `TR Flex; ' as manufactured by U.S. Pipe, °Flex -Ring" joint as manufactured by American Ductile Iron Pipe, or equal. •' D. Swivel joint fittings shall have a retainer lip and swivel rotatable gland for positive restraint without be rods. Restraintjoints shall be used where testing will be done against closed valves, etc. •' E. Buried pipe shall have either mechanical joints or push -on joints. Buried fittings shall have mechanical joints. Buried valves and other appurtenances shall have mechanical joints unless ' 02713-3 'I fI Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications otherwise specified or detailed on the Drawings. F. All 90 degree bends, tees, hydrant shoes, and other fittings shall have Wegalug" or approved equal retainers. G. Valves, bends, reducers, and other hardware near bends shall be positively bolted, all -threaded, or mechanically joined to each other. °Bolted" includes single and double flanged adapters (such as Foster adapters or swivel adapters) which provide a solid bolted or mechanical joint type connection. H. Fire hydrant valves shall be positively connected to the water main as shown on the detail. Where the hydrant leg is longer than 70 feet an additional valve shall be placed at the tee on the main and retained as specified above. 2.3 FLANGED JOINTS A Flanged joints shall be made up with through bolt of the required size. Stud or tap bolts shall be used only where shown or required. Steel bolts and nuts shall be of A325 Stainless Steel, with good, sound, well fitting threads, so that the nuts may be turned freely by hand. ' B. Flanged pipe shall have flanges with long hubs, shop fitted on the threaded end of the pipe. C. All flanges shall be faced and drilled to the 125 -American Standard drilling, unless special drilling is shown, specified or required. Where required, flanges shall be tapped for stud bolts. Flanges shall be accurately faced at right angles to the pipe axis and shall be drilled smooth and true, and protected against ' corrosion of flange faces. Flange faces shall be cleaned to bare metal with wire brushes before installation of the piping. D. Gaskets for flanged joints shall be rubber gasket in accordance with AWWA C111. 2.4 COATINGS, PAINTING. AND LININGS A Pipe installed in the ground, in exposed exterior location, or in contact with water or pipe installed inside structure but not scheduled for painting: ' 1. Interior Lining: Cement -mortar lining as required by the latest revision of AWWA C104. •' 2. Exterior Coating: Coating shall be in accordance with paragraphs 2.1 and 2.2: Pipe and Fittings. I t 02713-4 I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122/99 Water and Sewer Modifications B. NI ductile iron pipe and fittings shall be encased with polyethylene encasement in conformance to ' AWWA C105. The polyethylene film shall have a minimum nominal thickness of 8 mils and shall be provided in either flat tube or sheet foram. 2.5 AWWA PVC PRESSURE PIPE & AWWA PVC pressure pipe (4" through 12") shall conform to AWWA C 900 with Cast -Iron -Pipe -Equivalent 0. D., with SDR of 14. B. The plastic material used in making the pipe shall be clean, virgin , Cell Classification 12454B PVC compound conforming to ASTM Resin Specification D1784, latest revision. Clean reworked material generated from the manufacturer's own production shall be acceptable as long as the pipe produced meets all the requirements of the Specifications. Nominal laying length shall be 20 ' feet IC. Pressure class of pipe shall be as required based on the following conditions: Depth of cover shown on the drawings or indicated in these specifications, laying condition Class D, working pressure 200 psi, surge allowance 120 psi, temperature 73 degrees F. ' D. Joints ' 1. Joints between pipe sections shall be the bell -and -spigot -type with flexible elastomeric gaskets conforming to ASTM F 477. ' E. Additives and fillers including stabilizers, anti -oxidants, lubricants, and colorants shall not exceed 10 percent by weight per 100 parts of PVC resin in the compound. •' F. Fittings shall be gray -iron or ductile -iron fittings conforming to AWWA C 110. Fittings shall have mechanical joints conforming to AWWA C 111. Fittings shall be bituminous coated in accordance with the requirements of AWWA C153 and polyethylene wrapped in accordance with paragraph 2.4.B above. ' G. Pressure rating of fittings shall be the same as adjacent pipe. ' 2.6 DETECTABLE TAPE A Detectable tape shall be °Detect Tape" as manufactured by Allen Systems, Inc. or approved ' equal, and shall consist of a minimum thickness of 0.35 mils solid aluminum foil encased in a protective inert jacket that is impervious to all known alkalis, acids, chemical reagents and solvents found in the soil. The minimum overall thickness of the tape shall be 5.5 mils and the width shall not be less than 2 inches, with a medium unit weight of 2.5 pounds per thousand inch -feet ' 02713-5 LJ I H I I I I I I J J I I I J J H Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications B. The tape shall be color coded "Safety Precaution Blue", and shall be imprinted with the legend "Caution, Buried Water Line Below." 2.7 TRACER WIRE A Tracer wire shall be 14 -gauge coated copper for underground burial. 2.8 STEEL ENCASEMENT PIPE A Steel encasement pipe for water mains shall be constructed of spiral or straight welded steel, with a minimum wall thickness of 0.250 inches B. Encasement pipe for 4"-6" water main shall be a minimum of twelve inches in diameter, and shall conform to ASTM A53. C. Encasement pipe for eight -inch water main shall be a minimum of 16 inches in diameter, and shall conform to AWWA C200. D. Encasement pipe for 12"-16" water main shall be a minimum of 24 inches in diameter, and shall conform to AWWA C200. 2.9 TAPPING SLEEVES AND SADDLES A Tapping sleeves shall be designed for 200 psi pressure. Tapping sleeves shall be JCM Type 432 for pipe sizes six through twelve inches, or approved equal. Tapping sleeves shall be vinyl coated. B. Tapping saddles for PVC and Ductile Iron shall be as manufactured by Mueller and Romac respectively. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 PIPELINE INSTALLATION A. Pipe and fittings shall be installed in accordance with applicable portions of AWWA C600 or ASTM D2774 and as noted in the following paragraphs. B. Trench and backfill shall be in accordance with Section 02221: TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL. C. Pipe detection tape shall be provided in all trenches for water line construction. Installation shall 02713-6 I I L r I I I I J J I Li H H I I L Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications be per manufacturers recommendations and tape shall be placed as shown on the drawings. 3.2 DUCTILE IRON FLANGED JOINTS A Connecting flanges shall be in proper alignment B. No external force shall be used to bring connecting flanges together. 3.3 DUCTILE IRON MECHANICAL JOINTS 6/22199 A Bolts shall be tightened by means of torque wrenches in such a manner that the follower shall be brought up toward the pipe evenly. B. If effective sealing is not obtained by tightening the bolts to the specified torques, the joint shall be disassembled and reassembled after thorough cleaning. 3.4 DUCTILE IRON PUSH -ON JOINTS A Bells of push -on joint pipe shall be contoured to receive a bulb -shaped, circular rubber gasket, and plain ends shall have a slight taper to facilitate installation. B. The lubricant used in making up the joints shall be furnished by the pipe manufacturer. C. The jointing shall be done by guiding the plain end into the bell until contact is made with the gasket and by exerting a sufficient compressive force to drive the joint home until plain end makes full contact with the base of the bell. 3.5 PVC PIPE INSTALLATION A Pipe installation and assembly shall be in accordance with the applicable sections of the latest revision of ASTM O2774 and the Manufacturer's recommendations. B. Trench and backfill shall be in accordance with Section 02221: TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL. C. A trace wire shall be laid adjacent to all PVC installations, and shall be looped around the pipe at least once per joint and connected to all valves and fittings. At valves and meter box settings, the trace wire shall be brought up into the valve or meter box. A tracing test maybe required prior to final acceptance. 3.6 TESTING A Newly laid pipe, or any valved section thereof, shall be tested in accordance with Section 02701: 02713-7 Li I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' LEAKAGE TESTS. ' 3.7 DISINFECTING A. After successful pressure testing, the lines shall be flushed with a velocity equal to or greater than ' 2.5 feet per second. The lines shall then be disinfected in accordance with AWWA C601, continuous feed method, except that the placing of hypochlorite granules into the main during construction will not be permitted. 1 B. The Contractor shall take great care when flushing the line to assure proper drainage is available to prevent harm at any adjacent downstream location. ' C. Disposal of the disinfecting water shall be in a manner that will protect the public and receiving waters from harmful concentrations of chlorine. Such disposal shall be in accordance with all ' applicable EPA and ADPC&E regulations. D. After sterilization is complete, the Contractor shall flush the sterilizing solution from he lines, and 'the treated water lines will then be placed into service. E. Bacteriological samples shall be taken by City personnel only. Samples shall be taken on two consecutive days and shall be taken only on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. No water meters shall be set until the samples have been approved in writing by the State. None of the new services shall be connected to the existing meters until the samples have been approved in writing by the State. ' "END OF SECTION 02713" I I I I ' 02713-8 I I L I I H H J H H I I J J I I I I II Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02715 PART1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section covers water service lines and connections to building service at the meter box. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A Manufacturers recommendations for each material or procedure to be utilized. . k:• B. Certification that testing and inspection have been done in accordance with the applicable standards for the type of material indicated. 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE A Pipe, fittings and accessories shall meet the latest revisions of the following standards: ASTM B 88 AWWA C901 ASTM O2239 ASTM O2737 ASTM O3350 NSF Std 14 NSF Std 61 PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 GENERAL Seamless Copper Water Tube Polyethylene Pressure Pipe, Tubing and Fittings,'/Z - 3" for water Polyethylene Plastic Pipe (iron pipe size, inside diameter) Polyethylene Plastic Tubing (Copper tube size, outside diameter) Polyethylene Plastics Pipe and Fittings Materials Plastics Piping System Components and Related Materials A Service line piping 3" and less in diameter shall be High -Density Polyethylene (HDPE) or copper tubing. 2.2 PIPE A HDPE pipe shall be Phillips Petroleum "Driscopipe", or approved equal. HDPE components shall comply with NSF Std 14 and shall be marked with their symbol. The polyethylene material from which the pipe is extruded shall meet the requirements of ASTM O3350, having a cell classification of 345544C. The pipe shall be classified as Type III, Category 5, Grade P34, Class C, PE 3408, extra high density polyethylene plastic material. 02715-1 H Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications ' The extrusion compound shall be of virgin quality listed for potable water service by the National Sanitation Foundation (NSF). HDPE pipe shall also be marked with C901 or ASTM 02239 for iron pipe sizes. ' B. Copper Tubing shall conform to ASTM B 88, Type K, annealed. 2.3 FITTINGS AND SPECIALS A HDPE and Copper tubing fittings shall be as called out on the drawings. Products of alternate manufacturers may be considered for approval by the Engineer after award of the contract B. 1 3/, stiffeners shall be used for 1" diameter HDPE pipe. 3" stiffeners shall be used for 2" diameter HDPE pipe. 2.4 JOINTS A Plastic Pipe 1. Joints, finings, and couplings shall be as specified for HDPE pipe. Joints connecting pipe of differing materials shall be made in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. B. Copper Tubing 1. Joints shall be compression -pattern flared hereinafter specified. 2.5 NOT USED 2.6 MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS A Service clamps shall have a pressure rating not less than that of the pipe to be connected and shall be either the single or double flattened strap type. Clamps for PVC and Ductile Iron mains shall be as manufactured by Mueller and Romac respectively. Clamps shall have a bronze body with a rubber gasket cemented to the body. ' B. Corporation stops shall have standard corporation stop thread conforming to AWWA C800 on the inlet end, with flanged joints, compression pattern flared tube couplings, or wiped joints for connections to goosenecks. Unless noted otherwise, corporation stops shall be Mueller B-25008 or approved equal. C. Copper tubing for gooseneck connections shall conform to the applicable requirements of ASTM B 88, Type K, annealed. Length of cable requirement connections shall be in accordance with standard ' practice. ' 02715-2 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' D. Curb stops shall be water -works inverted -ground -key type, oval or round flow way, tee handle, without drain. Pipe connections shall be suitable for the type of service pipe used. All parts shall be of bronze ' with female iron -pipe -size connections or compression -pattern flared type couplings, and shall be designed for a hydrostatic test pressure not less than 200 psi. E. Tapping sleeves shall conform to the requirements of Section 02713. F. Boxes shall be cast iron and shall be extension boxes of the length required for the depth of the ' line, with either screw or slide -type adjustment The boxes shall have housing of sufficient size to completely cover the service stop or valve and shall be complete with identifying covers. Boxes shall further conform to the requirements of Section 02713. ' G. Disinfection materials shall conform to the following: Hypochlorite, Calcium and Sodium AWWA B300. ' H. Meters shall be provided by the City of Fayetteville Water Department H I I I I I I I I H I. Meter boxes shall be of cast iron or plastic of sufficient size to completely enclose the meter and shut-off valve or service stop. Box height shall extend from invert of the meter to final grade at the meter location. Cover shall be Western Iron C109P, surrounded by an 18" square concrete pad. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 SERVICE LINE INSTALLATION A HDPE pipe and fittings shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. B. Copper tubing shall not be installed in the same trench with ferrous piping. When copper tubing crosses any ferrous piping, a minimum vertical separation of 12" shall be maintained between pipes. C. Trench and bacldill shall be in accordance with Section02221: TRENCH EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL, except that HDPE pipe shall be bedded in sand or grit. D. Tracer wire shall be installed as shown on the drawings for every meter box, with the service line. Tracer wire for services shall be continuous with the tracer used for the main. 3.2 JOINTING A HDPE joints shall be avoided whenever possible. Where splices are unavoidable, they shall be made using compression fittings as identified on the drawings. B. Copper tubing joints shall be made with flared fittings. The flared end tube shall be pulled tightly 02715-3 Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' against the tapered part of the fitting by a nut which is part of the fitting, so there is metal -to -metal contact ' 3.3 CONNECTIONS A Service lines 2 inches and smaller shall be connected to the main by a tapping saddle. A corporation stop shall be provided with each connection. B. Service lines larger than 2 inches shall be connected to the main by a tapped saddle, tapping ' sleeve and valve, service clamp or reducing tee, depending on the main diameter and the service line diameter, and shall have a gate valve. 3.4 VALVES AND BOXES A All service lines shall terminate with a curb stop of the type specified on the drawings, except where new meter sets are provided. B. Where water lines are located below paved streets having curbs, the boxes shall be installed directly back of the curbs. Where no curbing exists, service or valve boxes shall be installed in accessible locations, beyond the limits of street surfacing, walks, and driveways. 3.5 DISINFECTION A Disinfection shall be as prescribed by Specification Section 02713. 3.6 CLEANUP A Upon completion of the installation of service lines, and appurtenances, all debris and surplus materials resulting from the work shall be removed. SEND OF SECTION 02715" I C CI I L 02715-4 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications SECTION 02722 SANITARY SEWERAGE SYSTEMS PART1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION This section covers the requirements for the installation of the sanitary sewerage system. 1.2 SUBMITTALS A. PVC Pipe: Submit assigned certification from the manufacturer stating the following: 1. Name of manufacturer. 6/22/99 2. Sampling, testing, and inspection have been done in accordance with the requirements of ASTM D 3034, ASTM D 3212, and ASTM F 477, and this Specification Section. 3. The materials used in the manufacture of the pipes, fittings, and gaskets conform to the requirements of ASTM D 3034 and ASTM F 477. 4. The pipe joints pass the performance tests without leakage. 5. Test results required by ASTM D 3034 and ASTM F 477 for all diameters of pipe used. 6. Installation instructions. B. Cast Iron Soil Pipe: Submit assigned certification from the manufacturer stating the following: 1. Name of manufacturer. 2. Sampling, testing, and inspection have been done in accordance with the requirements of ASTM A 74 and this Specification Section. 3. Materials used in the manufacture of the pipe conform to the requirements of ASTM A 74. C. Gasket Iron Soil Pipe Gaskets: Submit a signed certification from the manufacturer stating the following: 1. Name of manufacturer. 02722-1 I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 2. Sampling, testing, and inspection have been done in accordance with the requirements of ASTM C 564 and this Specification Section. 3. Materials used in manufacture of the gasket conform to the requirements of ASTM C 564. ' 4. Test results required by ASTM C 564. I I I I TI El H J I 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Pipe Tests - PVC Sewer Pipe 1. Pipe materials and pipes and fittings of the same diameter and class as those used on the job shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by ASTM D 3034. B. Pipe Tests - Cast Iron Soil Pipe 1. Pipe materials and pipes and fittings of the same diameters and class as those used on the job shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by ASTM A 74. C. Joint Tests - PVC Sewer Pipe 1. Joints of the same diameter and class as those used on the job shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by ASTM D 3212. 2. Elastomeric materials and elastomeric gaskets of the same diameter as those used on the job shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by ASTM F 477. D. Joint Tests - Cast Iron Soil Pipe 1. Rubber materials and rubber gaskets of the same diameter as those used on the job shall have been tested by the Manufacturer as required by ASTM C 564. E. Inspection - PVC Sewer Pipe 1. Pipes, fittings, and gaskets to be used on the job shall be inspected by the Manufacturer prior to shipment ' to placement 1 1 2. Pipes, fittings, and gaskets to be used on the job shall be inspected by the Contractor prior 02722-2 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 622/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 3. Individual pipes, fittings, and gaskets shall be rejected and not shipped or not used on the job if the inspection reveals deviations or defects which do notmeetthe tolerances of the following Specifications: a. Pipes and Fittings - ASTM D 3034, Section 7. b. Elastomeric Gaskets - ASTM F 477, Section 5. F. Inspection - Cast Iron Soil Pipe 1. Pipes, fittings, and gaskets to be used on the job shall be inspected by the Manufacturer prior to shipment 2. Pipes, fittings, and gaskets to be used on the job shall be inspected by the Contractor prior to placement 3. Individual pipes, fittings, and gaskets shall be rejected and not shipped or not used on the 'job if the inspections reveal deviations or defects that do not meet the tolerances of the following specifications: ' a. Pipes and fittings - ASTM A 74, Section 12.1. b. Gaskets - ASTM C 564, Sections 4 and 5. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 NOT USED 2.2 PVC SEWER PIPE ' A. PVC sewer pipe and fittings shall conform to ASTM D 3034, SDR 35. B. PVC sewer pipe shall have elastomeric gasket joints. C. Joints shall conform to ASTM D 3212, Push -on Type. 1 D. Elastomeric gaskets shall conform to ASTM F 477. ' E. Additives and fillers including stabilizers, anti -oxidants, lubricants, and colorants shall not exceed 10 percent by weight per 100 parts of PVC resin in the compound. ' 02722-3 I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122199 Water and Sewer Modifications 1 2.1 CAST IRON SOIL PIPE IA Cast iron soil pipe and fittings shall conform to ASTM A 74, service weight B. Pipe and fittings shall be either hubless or have hubs and plain -end spigots. C. Joints shall be made with rubber gaskets conforming to ASTM C 564 or neoprene sleeve with stainless steel retaining bands. D. Gasket shall be compatible with the pipe ends. ' 2.2 MANHOLES A Manholes shall be in accordance with applicable portions of Section 02601: Manholes and Cleanouts. PART 3 - EXECUTION ' 3.1 PIPE INSTALLATION - GENERAL IA Inspect each pipe and fitting before and after installation; replace those found defective and remove from site. Provide proper facilities for lowering sections of pipe into trenches. Lay nonpressure pipe with the bell ends in the upgrade direction. Adjust spigots in bells to give a uniform space all around. Blocking or ' wedging between bells and spigots will not be permitted. Replace by one of the proper dimensions, pipe or fittings that do not allow sutficent space for installation of joint material. At the end of each work day, close open ends of pipe temporarily with wood blocks or bulkheads. Provide batterboards not more than 25 feet apart in ' trenches for checking and ensuring that pipe invert elevations are as indicated. Laser beam method may be used in lieu of batterboards for the same purpose. ' 3.2 TESTS A Conduct leakage tests in accordance with Section 02701: LEAKAGE TESTS. IB. Conduct mandrel tests in accordance with Section 02701: LEAKAGE TESTS. U H Li 3.3 MANHOLE INSTALLATION A Manholes shall be installed in accordance with applicable portions of Section 02601: MANHOLES AND CLEANOUTS. 02722-4 I I ' Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22199 Water and Sewer Modifications 1 "END OF SECTION 02722" 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 02722-5 II Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' SECTION 03301 ' CAST -IN -PLACE CONCRETE (MINOR CONSTRUCTION) PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION ' A This Section specifies all cast -in -place concrete, including formwork, reinforcing steel, mix design, placement procedures, and finishes. 1.2 REFERENCES A The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced: I1. ACI 301, "Specifications for Structural Concrete for Buildings." 2. ACI 304, "Guide for Measuring, Mixing, Transporting and Placing Concrete." ' 3. ACI 315, "Details and Detailing of Concrete Reinforcement" ' 4. ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete." 5. ACI 347, "Guide to Formwork for Concrete." 6. Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI), "Manual of Standard Practice." ' 7. Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI), "Placing Reinforcing Bars." 8. ASTM S 615, 'Specifications for Deformed and Plain Billet -Steel Bars for Concrete ' Reinforcement" 9. ASTM C 94, "Specifications for Ready -Mixed Concrete." ' 1.3 SUBMITTALS ' A Product Data: 1. Manufacturers' Data: Manufacturers' product data with application and installation ' instructions for proprietary materials and items, including admixtures, bonding agents, form release agents, patching compounds, waterstops, joint systems, and others as requested by the Owner's Representative. ' 03301-1 L Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications B. Shop Drawings: ' 1. Reinforcing Steel: Shop drawings for reinforcement with details for fabrication, bending, and placement of concrete reinforcement Comply with ACI 315 "Details and Detailing of Concrete ' Reinforcement" and ACI SP 66 "ACI Detailing Manual". The fabricator shall check the contract drawings for detailing and report errors or inconsistencies discovered therein to the Owners Representative before starting shop detailing. ' C. Quality Control Submittals: 1. Test Reports: a. Laboratory test reports for concrete materials and mix design tests. ' 2. Certificates: ' a. Material certificates in lieu of material laboratory test reports when permitted by Owner's Representative. Material Certificates shall be signed by manufacturer and Contractor, certifying that each material item complies with or exceeds specified requirements. Provide certification from admixture manufacturers that chloride is not contained in the admixtures. ' 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Codes and Standards: comply with provisions of following codes, specifications and standards, ' except where more stringent requirements are shown or specified: 1. ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete." ' 2. Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI), "Manual of Standard Practice." B. The work shall be in conformance with ACI 318, part titled "Construction Requirements," except as specified herein. I1. Concrete Compressive Strength: Unless noted otherwise, concrete mixes shall be proportioned to obtain compressive strength in 28 days of 3000 psi and shall be in accordance with the ACI recommendations specified in Article 1.2 "References" above. 1 2. Air Content Total air content of concrete shall be maintained between 2 and 4 percent by volume of concrete. 1 3. Slump: Slump shall be 2 to 3 inches. Concrete containing HRWR (superplasticizers) 03301-2 I I I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6122199 Water and Sewer Modifications admixtures: not more than 8 inches after adding HRWR to site -verified 2 -to -3 inches slump. ' 4. Use of approved admixtures shall be in strict compliance with manufacturer's instructions. 5. The use of calcium chloride or admixtures containing chloride will not be permitted. H H C1 C I I H I 6. Workmanship: The Contractor is responsible for correction of concrete work which does not conform to the specified requirements, including strength, tolerances, and finishes. Correct deficient concrete as required by the specifications. 1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A All materials shall be stored in dry and protected locations in accordance with the referenced codes and standards and manufacturers' recommendations. Store materials to prevent contamination. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 FORM MATERIALS A Forms for Unexposed Finish Concrete: Plywood, lumber, metal, or other acceptable material. Provide lumber dressed on at least two edges and one side for tight fit B. Forms for Exposed Finish Concrete: Plywood, metal, metal -framed plywood faced, or other acceptable panel -type materials, to provide continuous, straight, smooth, exposed surfaces. Furnish in largest practicable sizes to conform to joint system shown on drawings. C. Form Release Agent Provide commercial formulation form release agent compounds with a maximum of 350 mgA volatile organic compound (VOC) that will not bond with, stain, or adversely affect concrete surfaces and will not impair subsequent treatments of concrete surfaces requiring bond or adhesion, or impede the wetting of surfaces to be cured with water. Release agents shall be used in strict accordance with manufacturers' recommendations. 2.2 REINFORCING MATERIALS A. Reinforcing Bars: ASTM A 615, Grade 60, deformed. IB. Steel Wire: ASTM A 82, plain, cold -drawn steel. H H C. Supports for Reinforcement Bolsters, chairs, spacers and other devices for spacing, supporting and fastening reinforcement in place. 03301-3 fl Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 1. Use wire bar type supports complying with CRSI recommendations. 2. For slabs on grade, use supports with sand plates or horizontal runners where base material will not support chair legs. 2.3 CONCRETE MATERIALS A Portland Cement ASTM C 150, Type I. 1. Use one brand of cement throughout the project unless otherwise acceptable to the Owner's Representative. ' B. Normal Weight Aggregates: .ASTM C 33. C. Lightweight Aggregates: ASTM C 330. 1. Maximum Aggregate Size: Not larger than one -fifth of the narrowest dimension between sides of forms, one-third of the depth of slabs, or wall, nor three -fourths of the minimum clear spacing between individual reinforcing bars or bundles of bars. D. Water. Clean, fresh, potable. E. - Admixtures: Provide admixtures produced by established reputable manufacturers and use in compliance with the manufacturer's printed directions. All admixtures shall be certified by manufacture to be compatible with other requires admixtures. 1. Air -Entraining Admixture: ASTM C 260. 2. Water -Reducing Admixture: ASTM C 494, Type A 3. Set -Control Admixtures: ASTM C 494, as follows: a. Type D, Water -Reducing and Retarding. b. Type E, Water -Reducing and Accelerating. 4. High -Range Water -Reducing Admixture (Super Plasticizer): ASTM C 494, Type F or Type G. 2.4 RELATED MATERIALS A Waterstops: Waterstops shall be fabricated of virgin polyvinyl chloride with additives and shall comply with Corps of Engineers CRD-C 572. Configuration of waterstop shall be as shown on the drawings. ' 03301-4 I ri Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications ' B. Vapor Retarder. Provide vapor retarder that is resistant to deterioration when tested in accordance with ASTM E 154, as follows: 1. Polyethylene sheet not less than 8 mils thick. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 FORMS A General: Design, erect support, brace, and maintain formwork to support static and dynamic loads that might be applied during construction. Design of formwork for structural stability and efficiency is Contractor's responsibility. Construct formwork so concrete elements are of correct size, shape, alignment, elevation, and position. Maintain formwork construction tolerances complying with ACI 347. 3.2 PLACING REINFORCEMENT IA General: Comply with the specified codes and standards and Concrete Reinforcing Steel ' Institute's recommended practice for "Placing Reinforcing Bars" for details and methods of reinforcement placement and support and as herein specified. B. All bars shall be free of mill scale, loose or thick rust, grease, paint, oil, dirt, or other defects ' affecting strength or durability. IC. All bending shall be done in the fabricating plant before shipment unless otherwise specified or permitted by Owner's Representative. Al bends shall be made cold. The minimum radius of bends shall be four times the diameter of the bar and as specified in ACI 318.. ' D. All reinforcing steel shall be accurately placed and during the placing of concrete shall be firmly held in place. Steel reinforcement shall not be welded. ' 3.3 CONCRETE PLACEMENT A General: Place concrete in compliance with the practices and recommendations of ACI 304, and as specified herein. Do not place any concrete until the Owner's Representative has reviewed the results of the design mix 28 day test breaks and approval is given to proceed. 1. Placing Concrete: All mixing, conveying and placing of concrete shall meet the requirements of ACI 318, where concrete is to be placed in freezing or near -freezing weather, it shall be protected in accordance with recommended practice for cold weather concreting (ACI 306). Where concrete is placed in hot weather, the recommended practice for hot weather concreting (ACI 305) shall be followed. ' 03301-5 L I Dickson Street Improvement Project 6/22/99 Water and Sewer Modifications 2. Concrete Sidewalk on Ground: The subgrade shall be in a moist condition at the time the ' concrete is placed. If necessary it shall be well sprinkled with water not less than 6 nor more than 20 hours in advance of placing concrete. If it becomes dry prior to actual placing of concrete, it shall be sprinkled again but pools of water should not.be formed and the subgrade shall not be muddy or soft when the concrete is placed. 3. Install waterstops as shown on the drawings. ' 4. Consolidation of Concrete: Concrete shall be consolidated with internal concrete vibrators supplemented by hand -spading, rodding, and tamping. Vibrating equipment shall be adequate to thoroughly consolidate the concrete. 3.4 CONCRETE CURING AND PROTECTION A. General: 1. Protect freshly placed concrete from premature drying and excessive cold or hot temperatures. 2. Start initial curing as soon as free water has disappeared from the concrete surface after ' placing and finishing. ' 3. Begin final curing procedures immediately following initial curing and before the concrete has dried. Continue final curing for at least 7 days and in accordance with ACI procedures. Avoid rapid drying at the end of the final curing period. ' 4. Perform curing of concrete of moist curing by moisture -retaining cover curing, by curing and sealing compound, or by combinations thereof. ' 3.5 FINISHING FORMED SURFACES A Rough Form Finish: 1. Provide as -cast rough form finish to formed concrete surfaces that are to be concealed in the finished work or by other construction, unless otherwise indicated. 2. Standard rough form finish shall be the concrete surface having the texture imparted by the form facing material used, with tie holes and defective areas repaired and patched and all fins and other projections exceeding 1/2" in height rubbed down or chipped off. ' 3.6 MONOLITHIC SLAB FINISHES I 03301-6 H I I I I H L. J I HIGH H I F I HI I Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications A Trowel Finish: 1. Apply trowel finish to monolithic slab surfaces that are to be exposed to view, unless otherwise shown or specified, and slab surfaces that are to be covered with resilient flooring, thin -set ceramic or quarry the, paint, or other thin-film finish coating systems. Tops of concrete curbs shall receive steel trowel finish. 2. After floating, begin the first trowel finish operation using a power -driven trowel. Begin final troweling when the surface produces a ringing sound as the trowel is moved over the surface. Consolidate the concrete surface by the final hand troweling operation, free of trowel marks, uniform in texture and appearance, and finish surfaces to tolerances of F/F 20 - F/t.17. Grind smooth surface defects that would telegraph through applied floor covering system. B. Nonslip Broom Finish: 1. Apply a nonslip broom finish to exterior concrete platforms, steps, and ramps, and elsewhere as indicated. 2. Immediately after trowel finishing, slightly roughen the concrete surface by brooming in the direction perpendicular to the main traffic route. Use fiber -bristle broom unless otherwise directed. Coordinate the required final finish with the Owner's Representative before application. "END OF SECTION 03301" 03301-7 I I 1 1 1 1 I 1 1 1 1 1 Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications OSHA TRENCH SAFETY REGULATIONS 6/22/99 OSHA Regulations (Standards — 29 CFR), Part 1926, Subpart P — Excavations" outlines specific Federal government requirements for trench excavation and safety. A copy of Subpart P is available for review at the office of the engineer. The complete document may also be viewed on the World Wide Web at http://www.osha- s1c crov OshStd toc/OSHA Std toc 1926 SUBPART P.html "END OF DOCUMENT" 29CFR1926P-1 °ATEIMM//99 ACORD1 CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE 8/23/99 PRODUCER 501-664-7705 THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION RAMSEY, KRUG, FARRELL & LENSING ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE 8315 CANTRELL, SUITE 300 HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AMEND, EXTEND OR ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. P. 0. BOX 251 510 COMPANIES AFFORDING COVERAGE LITTLE ROCK, AR 72225 COMPANY A CNA Insurance Company NSURED COMPANY United Plumbing L.L.C. B P.O. Box 67 COMPANY Tontitown AR 72770 C COMPANY D OVERAGES THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED, NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. CO LTN TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER POLICY EFFECTIVE DATE IMM/DD/YYI POLICY EXPIRATION DATE IMMIDD/YY) LIMITS A GENERAL LIABILITY C1079408449 8/01199 8/01/00 GENERAL AGGREGATE 5 2000000 X PRODUCTS - COMPIOP AGG 5 2000000 COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY CLAIMS MADE X OCCUR PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $ 1000000 OWNER'S & CONTRACTOR'S PROT EACH OCCURRENCE 5 1000000 FIRE DAMAGE Any one fire) S 300000 MED EXP Any one person) $ 10000 A AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY ANY AUTO C1079408452 8/01/99 8/01/00 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT $ 1000000 X BODILY INJURY (Per person) ALL OWNED AUTOS SCHEDULED AUTOS X BODILY INJURY IPer accident) HIRED AUTOS NON -OWNED AUTOS X PROPERTY DAMAGE $ GARAGE LIABILITY AUTO ONLY - EA ACCIDENT 5 OTHER THAN AUTO ONLY. ANY AUTO EACH ACCIDENT 5 AGGREGATE $ A EXCESS LIABILITY C1079014952 8/01/99 8/01/00 EACH OCCURRENCE 5 1000000 X UMBRELLA FORM AGGREGATE S 1000000 $ OTHER THAN UMBRELLA FORM A WORKERS COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYERSLIABILITY WC179014918 8/01/99 8/01/00 X WC STATU- TORY LIMITS 0TH ER EL EACH ACCIDENT 5 100000 THE PROPRIETOR/ INCL PARTNERS/EXECUTIVE EL DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT 5 500000 OFFICERS ARE: EXCL EL DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE $ 100000 OTHER DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS/LOCATIONS/VEHICLES/SPECIAL ITEMS JOB: DICKSON STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT ERTIFICATE HOLDER CANCELLATION CITY OF FAYETTEVILLE SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, THE ISSUING COMPANY WILL ENDEAVOR TO MAIL 113 W. MOUNTAIN 10 DAYS WRITTEN NOTICE TO THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER NAMED TO THE LEFT, FAYETTEVILLE, AR 72701 BUT FAILURE TO MAIL SUCH NOTICE SHALL IMPOSE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY OFANY KIND ND UPON THE COMP ITS AGENTS OR REPRESENTATIVES. AUTH! SENTAT i CORD 25-S (1/95) 1- 14 - ®ACORD CORPORATION 1988 I I I I I I I I I I I I I I Employers Mutual Casualty Company Bond No. S258301 HOME OFFICE • DES MOINES STANDARD CONTRACT BOND KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That We United Plumbing, LLC Tontitown. AR (hereinafter called "Principal"), as Principal, and the EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY COMPANY, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Iowa with its principal office in the CITY OF DES MOINES, IOWA, and authorized to transact business in the State of Arkansas as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto City of Fayetteville, 113 W. Mountain, Fayetteville, AR 72701 (hereinafter called "Obligee"), in the penal sum of Five Hundred Ninety -Eight Thousand Nine HundredSixty -One & Noll 00-------------------------------------------------------------------...-------------------------- DOLLARS ($598.961.00 ), good and lawful money of the United States of America, for the payment of which, well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, administrators, executors, successors and assigns, jointly and severally firmly by these presents. e SEALED, with our seals and dated this 4/I1'Y 4)day of IA U ,A.D., 19 =�1 . WHEREAS, the above boun an Principal as entered �'n❑to a certain written contract with the above named Obligee, dated the th day of 19 9L Dickson Street Improvement Project Water and Sewer Modifications which contract is hereby referred to and made a part hereof as fully and to the same extent as if copied at length herein for the purpose of explaining but not of varying or enlarging the obligation. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CONDITION OF THE ABOVE OBLIGATION IS SUCH, That if the above bounden Principal shall well and truly keep, do and perform, each and every, all and singular, the matters and things in said contract set forth and specified to be by the said Principal kept, done and performed at the time and in the manner in said contract specified, and shall pay over, make good and reimburse to the above named Obligee, all loss and damage which said Obligee may sustain by reason of failure or default on the part of said Principal, then this obligation shall be void; otherwise, to be and remain in full force and effect. PROVIDED, HOWEVER, this bond is executed by the Surety, upon the express condition that no right of action shall accrue upon or by reason hereof, to or for the use or benefit of any one other than the Obligee named herein; and the obligation of the Surety is and shall be construed strictly as one of suretyship only. WITNESS: United Plumbing, LLC (Ptlnclol) (Seal) (IF IndWWual m Firm) BY: EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CIaUALTY CO NY //�� amyl (Seal) ATTEST: BY: L_ O�.s 4 / t (ll Caommwn) Traci Wagner (AvomeyA d) I Employers Mutual Casualty Company Bond No. S258301 United Plumbing, LLC (hereinafter called "Principal"), as Principal, and the EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY COMPANY, a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of Iowa and authorized to transact business in the State of Arkansas ,(hereinafter called "Surety"), as Surety, are held and firmly bound unto the City of Fayetteville, 113 W. Mountain, Fayetteville, AR 72701 (hereinafter called "Obligee"), in the penal sum of Five Hundred Ninety -Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Sixty-one & No1100------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ -------------------- DOLLARS ($598,961.00 ), good and lawful money of the United States of America, for the payment of which, well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, our heirs, administrators, executors, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. SEALED with our seals and dated thi((���_ s�ay of A.D., 19 ______ WHEREAS, the above bounden Principal has entered into a certain written contract with the above named Obligee, dated the 12� day of 19 ______ Dickson Street Improvement Project Water & Sewer Modifications Which contract is hereby referred to and made a part hereof as fully and to the same extent as if copied at length herein. NOW, THEREFORE, If the Principal shall promptly make payment to all persons supplying labor and material in the prosecution of the work provided for in said contract, then this obligation to be void; otherwise to remain in full force and virtue. Signed and Sealed thi of �S A.D., UnitUniteI Plumbing,LLC (Sago (Seal) EMPLO ERS MUTUAL CASUALTY COMPANY I ^ t (Surety) Traci Wagner (Attomey-in-Fad) EMC Insurance Companies No. 386218 P.O. Box 712 • Des Moines, Iowa 50303 CERTIFICATE OF AUTHORITY INDIVIDUAL ATTORNEY -IN -FACT KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that: 1. Employers Mutual Casualty Company, an Iowa Corporation 2. EMCASCO Insurance Company, an Iowa Corporation 3. Union Insurance Company of Providence, an Iowa Corporation 4. Illinois EMCASCO Insurance Company, an Illinois Corporation hereinafter referred to severally as "Companyand collectively as "Companies", each does, by these presents, make, constitute and appoint: MICHAEL D. HALTER, BARBARATRUAX, TRACI WAGNER, KEVIN BRUICK, SHERRY JAGGERS, RANDY IRVIN, ALFRED L. WILLIAMS, SYLVIAYEAGER, DEBBIE SIKES, INDIVIDUALLY, LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS.............................................................................................. 5. Dakota Fire Insurance Company, a North Dakota Corporation 6. EMC Property & Casualty Company, an Iowa Corporation 7. The Hamilton Mutual Insurance Company, an Ohio Corporation its true and lawful attorney -in -fact, with full power and authority conferred to sign, seal, and execute its lawful bonds, undertakings, and other obligatory instruments of a similar nature as follows: IN AN AMOUNT NOT EXCEEDING TEN MILLION DOLLARS............................................................................................... ($10,000,000.00) and to bind each Company thereby as fully and to the same extent as if such instruments were signed by the duly authorized officers of each such Company, and all of the acts of said attorney pursuant to the authority hereby given are hereby ratified and confirmed. The authority hereby granted shall expire April 1, 2002 unless sooner revoked. AUTHORITY FOR POWER OF ATTORNEY This Power -of -Attorney is made and executed pursuant to and by the authority of the following resolution of the Boards of Directors of each of the Companies at a regularly scheduled meeting of each company duly called and held in 1999: RESOLVED: The President and Chief Executive Officer, any Vice President, the Treasurer and the Secretary of Employers Mutual Casualty Company shall have power and authority to (1) appoint attorneys -in -fact and authorize them to execute on behalf of each Company and attach the seal of the Company thereto, bonds and undertakings, recognizances, contracts of indemnity and other writings obligatory in the nature thereof, and (2) to remove any such attomeyin-fact at any time and revoke the power and authority given to him or her. Attorneys -in -fact shall have power and authority, subject to the terms and limitations of the power -of -attorney issued to them, to execute and deliver on behalf of the Company, and to attach the seal of the Company thereto, bonds and undertakings, recognizances, contracts of indemnity and other writings obligatory in the nature thereof, and any such instrument executed by any such attorney -in -fact shall be fully and in all respects binding upon the Company. Certification as to the validity of any power -of -attorney authorized herein made by an officer of Employers Mutual Casualty Company shall be fully and in all respects binding upon this Company. The facsimile or mechanically reproduced signature of such officer, whether made heretofore or hereafter, wherever appearing upon a certified copy of any power -of -attorney of the Company, shall be valid and binding upon the Company with the same force and affect as though manually affixed. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Compa�s have caused these presents gsto be signed for each by their officers as shown, and the Corporate seats to be hereto affixed this 15th day of Mao /✓ J /' � 44, .............. ...,,,,,,,r,...,,,,,r,,,,r ,. 0INSU '.•atE C00 J IVA0 OPYOIfli:_yJ pOOPfl URwI a 0 C >o0PVRflIr :i, Eo SEAL is =o 1863 ?„�? _E 1953 S<5 airn111111 • rnU,n,,,. ,ryuu,,,,.,,� ,JV uuryryq, ,Mu URAN O\11U4J „ .•``H URANC ' �,•`VHSUflAN :` I's UA( S p,,o,uur,fC0 F'.aU„rr,,ceprP,u,r, Cqf, `y4`yOPPORPR., Ot. `F 40PYORIli� SEAL c?i SEAL a? s5 SEAL;=e . • ,,, /OWP ,.•', '..�flrH onr.o'.:' '.,,M0INEs��vv,--,••• UTU RUTA KRUMINS MY COMMISSION EXPIRES September 30, 2000 BruceG.Kelley,ChairmanIt Donald L. Coughenn er of Companies 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6; President Assistant Secretary of Company 1; Vice Chairman and CEO of Company 7 On this 15th day of March AD 1999 before me a Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa, personally appeared Bruce G. Kelley and Donald L. Coughennower, who, being by me duly sworn, did say that they are, and are known to me to be the Chairman, President, Vice Chairman and CEO, and/or Assistant Secretary, respectively, of each of The Companies above; that the seals affixed to this instrument are the seals of said corporations; that said instrument was signed and sealed on behalf of each of the Companies by authority of their respective Boards of Directors; and that the said Bruce G. Kelley and Donald L. Coughennower, as such officers, acknowledge the execution of said instrument to be the voluntary act and deed of each of the Companies. My Commission Expires Sep er 30, 2000. :•3#; fJ[dc�I15 Notary Public in and for the State of Iowa I, David L. Hixenbaugh, Vice President of the Companies, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution of the Boards of Directors by each of the Companies, and this Power of Attorney issued pursuant thereto on March 15,1999 on behalf of Michael D. Halter, BarbaraTruax, Traci Wagner, Kevin Bruick, SherryJaggers, Randy rvin, Alfred L.Williams, iams, is eager, are true and correct and are still in full force and effect. Debbie Sikes In Testimony Whereof I have subscribed my name and affixed the facsimile seal of each Company this of , ______- 1)- '1'—€------- Vice -President