Project Manual Playground Improvements Consolidated School District 158 BID No. 2015-19 Chesak Elementary School 10910 Reed Road Lake in the Hills, Illinois 60156 and Leggee Elementary School 13723 Harmony Road Huntley, Illinois 60142 April 29, 2015 Page Intentionally Left Blank PROJECT Playground Improvements Bid No. 2015-19 Chesak Elementary School, 10910 Reed Road, Lake in the Hills, Illinois 60156 and Leggee Elementary School, 13723 Harmony Road, Huntley, Illinois 60142 OWNER Consolidated School District 158 650 Academic Drive Algonquin, Illinois ENGINEER INSPEC, Inc. Project No. 301464 8618 West Catalpa, Suite 1109-1110 Chicago, IL 60656 As a mutual protection to clients, the public, and ourselves, all documents are submitted as instruments of service and, as such, remain the property of Inspec, Inc. These documents are for use solely with respect to this project. 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Page Intentionally Left Blank TABLE OF CONTENTS NUMBER TITLE 00 01 01 Title Page 1 00 01 05 Certification Page 1 00 01 10 Table of Contents and List of Drawings 2 DIVISION 00 PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS 00 11 13 Advertisement for Bids 1 00 21 13 6 Instructions to Bidders and General Conditions Sample Agreement (Contract) Between District 158 and Contractor 5 Intent to Provide Bid Form 1 Bid Form 3 Certificate of Eligibility to Bid 1 Certificate of Compliance to the Illinois Department of Human Rights Regulations 1 Certificate of Compliance with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Law 1 Consolidated School District 158 Hold Harmless Agreement 1 Equipment List 1 Reference Sheet 1 00 62 76 AIA Application for Payment Certificate 4 00 70 00 General Conditions 1 00 72 00 AIA General Conditions 40 Supplementary Conditions 17 Prevailing Wage Rates 6 Exhibit A – AIA Document A312-2010 – Performance Bond 6 Exhibit A – AIA Document A312-2010 – Payment Bond 6 00 01 10 - 1 301464 DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 10 00 Summary 2 01 20 00 Price and Payment Procedures 1 01 30 00 Administrative Requirements 2 01 40 00 Quality Requirements 2 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 2 01 60 00 Product Requirements 1 01 70 00 Execution Requirements 3 DIVISION 3 CONCRETE 03 20 00 Concrete Reinforcement 2 DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK 31 23 16 Excavating 2 DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS 32 05 19 Geosynthetics for Exterior Improvements 2 32 11 23 Aggregates 3 32 12 19 Asphalt Pavement 6 32 13 13 Portland Cement Concrete 7 32 17 23 Pavement Markings 1 32 28 80 Playground Equipment and Structures 9 32 31 00 Fences and Gates 2 32 90 00 Wood Chip Playground Mulch and Planting 4 DIVISION 33 UTILITIES 33 40 00 Storm Drainage 1 33 46 00 2 Subdrainage LIST OF DRAWINGS SHEET NO. 1 2 3 4 DESCRIPTION Title Sheet, Participants, List of Drawings, Location Map, and General Project Notes Leggee Elementary School – Removal Plan Leggee Elementary School – New Conditions Site Plan Leggee Elementary School – New Conditions Grading and Plumbing Plan 00 01 10 - 2 301464 5 6 7 8 Chesak Elementary School – Removal Plan Chesak Elementary School – New Conditions Site Plan Chesak Elementary School – New Conditions Grading and Plumbing Plan Details 00 01 10 - 3 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT #158 PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS - BID #2015-19 Consolidated School District #158 will receive single prime sealed bids for the CSD #158 – 2015 Playground Improvements project until 2:30 p.m. CST on May 20, 2015, at the District Office, 650 Academic Drive, Algonquin, Illinois, 60102, at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. The project generally includes installing new playground wood chip safety surface over pea gravel drainage layer, playground equipment, asphalt pavement and fence and associated work including but not limited to perimeter concrete curbs, drain tile lines, and excavation at Chesak and Leggee Elementary Schools. A mandatory pre-bid examination will be conducted on May 7, 2015 at 1:30 p.m. CST at Chesak Elementary School, 10910 Reed Rd., Lake In The Hills, Illinois 60156. Proposals complying with the bid documents will be received for the projects until the specified closing time. Bids shall be submitted on or before the specified closing time in an opaque sealed envelope marked “Bid # 2015-19 PLAYGROUND IMPROVEMENTS” on the outside and addressed to: Dr. John Burkey, Superintendent of Schools, Consolidated School District No. 158, Administrative Office, 650 Academic Drive, Algonquin, Illinois 60102. Bids shall be opened publicly and the contents announced at the specified closing time and at the location immediately above. Bids received after stated time will not be accepted and will be returned unopened. Make proposals on the bid forms supplied in the Project Manual. No oral, telegraphic or telephonic proposals or modifications will be considered. Submit with each bid, a certified check or acceptable bidder’s bond payable to Consolidated School District #158 in an amount equal to ten percent (10%) of the total bid. The successful bidder will be required to furnish satisfactory Labor and Material Payment Bond, and Performance Bond. All bids submitted shall be valid for a period of at least (60) sixty days from the date of bid opening. The only alterations, which may be allowed, will be those approved by the Board of Education. No immediate decision shall be rendered concerning the bids submitted at time of opening. The Bidder shall be actively engaged in work of the nature of the services for which bid is submitted as described in the bid specifications and shall have adequate equipment and personnel to do the work. Each Bidder shall submit with their proposal, a list of no less than five (5) projects, from five different clients, completed within the last three years, related to the type of work specified in the particular bid specification. The Board of Education of Consolidated School District No. 158 reserves the right to reject any or all bids or parts thereof, to waive any irregularities or informalities in the bidding procedures and to award the contracts in a manner serving the best interest of the school district. All bidders must comply with the applicable Illinois Law requiring the payment of prevailing wages by all contractors working on public projects, and bidders must comply with the Illinois Statutory requirements regarding labor and bidding, including Equal Opportunity Laws. All bidders interested in providing a proposal must submit a completed copy of the “Intent to Provide Bid Form” to the Consolidated School District 158 Operations and Maintenance Office no later than 3:30 pm seven days prior to the bid due date in order to insure that bidder is notified of any Addenda to the Bid Specifications in a timely manner to afford the bidders an opportunity to provide a complete bid. Bidding documents will be on file and may be obtained from the Consolidated School District 158 website (www.district158.org) or by calling the office of the Director of Operations and Maintenance, 650 Academic Drive, Algonquin, Illinois 60102, telephone (847) 659-6163, fax (847) 659-6126. The Owner requires Substantial Completion of the project on or before August 14, 2015 Page Intentionally Left Blank SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS 1. GENERAL A. Bidders shall prepare their submission in compliance with the instructions in this package. ALL BIDS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON THE BID PROPOSAL FORM PROVIDED IN THIS PACKAGE. B. Facsimile copies of bids are not accepted C. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope. They should be addressed to the Superintendent of Schools, School District 158 Administration Center, 650 Academic Drive, Algonquin, IL 60102. D. The sealed envelope with the bid should be marked in the lower left hand corner with the District bid number noted. E. A completed copy of the Intent to Provide Bid form must be completed, signed and submitted no later than due date listed on the form which is located later within this document. F. The following MUST be included in the returned bid response as a part of a complete bid. These forms must be fully completed, signed, and notarized as required on forms: i. One complete paper copy of the Bid Proposal Form which includes 1. Bid Price page 2. Certificate of Eligibility To Bid 3. Certificate of Compliance To The Illinois Department of Human Rights 4. Certificate of Compliance with Illinois Prevailing Wage Law 5. Hold Harmless Agreement 6. Equipment list 7. Reference List ii. Bid Bond if required on page 2 in the specification; G. Bids will not be accepted after the scheduled date and time of the bid opening. H. On supply or equipment bids, prices quoted shall include delivery to the School District Building as indicated on the specifications. I. All bids must be typed or written in pen. Pencil is not acceptable. BIDS WRITTEN IN WITH PENCIL WILL BE REJECTED. J. The District reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Bid awards will not necessarily be made on the basis of price alone: suitability to purpose, design, quality, past service, date of delivery, responsibility and other factors deemed to be in the best interest of the District may also be considered. The District shall be the sole judge of these factors. In all instances, the decision rendered by the School Board shall be final and not subject to contest by others. 2. EXCEPTIONS Any exceptions to these conditions or deviations from the specifications must be submitted in writing and attached to the bid form. 3. FIRM BID PRICES Prices, terms and conditions must be firm for a period of sixty days from the date of the bid unless otherwise agreed to by DISTRICT 158 and the bidder. 4. EXEMPTION FROM TAXES DISTRICT 158 is exempt from Federal, State, and Municipal taxes. 5. INVESTIGATION OF BIDDERS Contractors or suppliers who are bidding work for School District 158 shall submit at least five references, name, addresses, and phone numbers of similar projects done in the last four years. These should be from managers of commercial buildings or school buildings and preferably in the northwest suburban area. The five references must be for five different projects. The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any bid if it is determined that the bidder is not qualified to accomplish the work described in the specifications in an acceptable manner. 6. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS BY THE DISTRICT The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all bids and award the bid in the best interest of the District. 7. DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS REGULATIONS All bidders must abide by and attest to the fact that they are in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act as amended effective July 1, 1993 (formerly the Fair Employment Practice Commission). The D.H.R. (formerly F.E.P.C.) number must be on the bid form. Bidders who do not have a D.H.R. number can satisfy this requirement by signing the enclosed Certificate of Compliance and submitting it with the bid. SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS 8. ELIGIBILITY TO CONTRACT Vendor, pursuant to Section 5/10-20.21(b) of the School Code, with submission of its bid certifies that neither it, nor any of its partners, or officers or owners: A. Have been convicted in the past five (5) years of the offense of bid-rigging under Section 33E of the Illinois Criminal Code of 1961, 720 ILCS 5/33E -1 et seq., as amended; B. Have ever been convicted of the offense of bid-rotating under Section 33E-4 of the Illinois Criminal Code of 1961, as amended; C. Have ever been convicted of bribing or attempting to bribe an officer or an employee of the State of Illinois; or D. Have made an admission of guilt of any of the above conduct which is a matter of record. Vendor acknowledges that the School Board may declare any contract awarded pursuant to this bid void if this certification is false. 9. CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS Vendor hereby represents, warrants and certifies that no officer or director of vendor has any knowledge that any employee thereof has been convicted of committing or attempting to commit any one or more of the following offenses set forth in Section 5/21-23a of the Illinois School Code or who falsifies, or omits facts from his or her employment documents. Vendor agrees that it shall not employ any person who has or may have direct, daily contact with the pupils of any school in the district, and for whom a criminal background investigation has not been conducted pursuant hereto, and further represents and agrees that all employees or applicants who may have direct contract with employees shall be required to furnish a written “Authorization for Criminal Background Information” on forms provided by the district authorizing the Board of Education to request a criminal background investigation of said person pursuant to 105 ILCS 5/10-21-9 as amended by P.A. 96-1452 and to receive criminal history record information pursuant thereto to determine if the applicant has been convicted of committing or attempting to commit any of the criminal or drug offenses enumerated above. Vendor further agrees to submit with said authorization for any costs and expenses associated with the criminal background investigation. Vendor further represents, warrants and certifies that no employee or applicant with respect to whom the criminal investigation reveals any conviction for committing and/or attempting to commit any of the above enumerated offenses, including the Sex Offender Registry Act, and the Statewide Child Murder and Violent Offender Against Youth Database shall be employed thereby in any position that involves or may involve contact with the students of the school district. 10. NONDISCRIMINATION Vendor, certifies with submission of a bid, that it does not engage in discriminatory practices regarding employment or delivery of or access to services and programming and that it fully complies with the requirements of federal and State civil rights laws, including but not limited to: the Illinois Civil Rights Act of 2003, P.A. 93-0425; Illinois Human Rights Act, 775 ILCS 5/1-101 et seq.; the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C.12101 et seq., and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 USC 701 et seq., as well as the rules and regulations promulgated there under. Vendor acknowledges that the School Board may declare any contract awarded pursuant to this bid void if this certification pursues false. 11. PREVAILING WAGE LAW Contractors are required to pay no less than the prevailing wage for all laborers, workers and mechanics performing work under contract with Consolidated School District 158. Also, it is required that the contractor shall provide assurance such as with a bond or letter containing a statement that will guarantee faithful performance in regard to the prevailing wage law. Enclosed is a form letter which if signed, notarized, and returned with your proposal will satisfy this requirement. Contractors who award portions of their work to subcontractors shall provide it’s subcontractors with such a written statement as well. Payment of Prevailing Wage This contract calls for the construction of a “public work,” within the meaning of the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, 820 ILCS 130/.01 and ILCS 130/02 et seq. (“the Act”). The Act requires contractors and subcontractors to pay laborers, SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS workers and mechanics performing services on public works projects no less than the “prevailing rate of wages” (hourly cash wages plus fringe benefits) in the county where the work is performed. For information regarding current prevailing wage rates, please refer to the Illinois Department of Labor’s website at: http://www.state.il.us/agency/idol/rates/rates/HTM. All contractors and subcontractors rendering services under this contract must comply with all requirements of the Act, including but not limited to, all wage, notice and record keeping duties. Record-Keeping Responsibilities All contractors and subcontractors who work for Consolidated School District 158 on public works construction projects must create, and keep for at least three years, records of all laborers, mechanics, and other workers employed by them on a public works project. See 820 ILCS § 130/5(a)(1). These records must include each worker’s name, address, telephone number (if available), social security number, classification(s) hourly wages paid in each pay period, number of hours worked each day, and the starting and ending times of each work day. Each contractor and subcontractor is required to make these records available for inspection by Consolidated School District 158’s agents or Illinois Department of Labor officials at a reasonable time and place upon seven business days notice. See 820 ILCS § 130/5(a) (1), (b). Certified Payroll Records All contractors or subcontractor participating in a public works project for Consolidated School District 158 must comply with the requirements of House Bill 188 Prevailing Wage Payroll Reporting (820 ILCS 130/5) which requires all contractors and their subcontractors participating on public works projects must submit monthly a certified payroll to Consolidated School District 158 according to the Directive from the Office of the Attorney General of the State of Illinois in a letter dated 12-18-08 regarding the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act (“Act”), 820 ILCS section 130/0.01, et seq. The monthly Certified Payroll shall also include a statement signed by the contractor or subcontractor submitting that: (1) the records are true and accurate; (2) the hourly rate paid to each worker is not less than the general prevailing wage rate required; and (3) the contractor or subcontractor is aware that filing a Certified Payroll that he or she knows to be false is a class B misdemeanor. See 820 ILCS § 130/5 (a)(2). In addition, the certified payroll report shall include reporting for gross and net wages, hourly overtime rate, hourly/annualized fringe benefit rates, and the sponsor and administration of fringe benefits plans. The monthly filing date for certified payroll reports shall be the 15 th of the month. See 820 ILCS § 130/5.1 12. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS A. School District 158 will only accept carriers on the contractor’s Certificate of Insurance that have an A.M. Best's rating of no lower than A-7. B. The successful bidder shall expressly bind himself/herself to defend and save the District harmless from all suits or actions of every name and description including Scaffolding Act Liability. Successful bidder shall carry insurance, in company or companies acceptable to the District, for Worker’s Compensation, Commercial General Liability, and Automobile liability. C. Each bidder shall submit as part of the bid, a certification of insurance in force to meet the above specifications. That certificate shall name CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 as an additional insured and shall state that all insurance listed above is primary. CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 shall be notified 30 days prior to any material change in the insurance. D. Workman's Compensation - Statutory e.l. - each occurrence $1,000,000,000 e.l. - disease –each employee $1,000,000,000 e.l. – disease – policy limit $1,000,000,000 E. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance: The successful bidder shall maintain at all times during the contract Comprehensive Liability Insurance (including Broad Form Property Damage) with limits for combined bodily injury and property damage of not less than $1,000,000 for each occurrence and not less than $2,000,000 aggregate. F. Comprehensive Auto Liability Insurance: The successful bidder shall maintain at all times during the contract Comprehensive Auto Liability with limits for combined bodily injury and property damage of not less than $1,000,000 for each occurrence and not less than $1,000,000 aggregate. G. Excess Liability: An umbrella policy is required with minimum lists of $3,000,000 per occurrence and will apply to both bodily injury and property damage. The umbrella policy shall apply over all primary coverage SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS and limits of liability as listed in the preceding section. The umbrella coverage must be as broad as the primary policies and must be free of any restrictions that do not appear in the underlying policies. H. Owned/Rented Equipment Insurance: The Contractor shall secure, pay for and maintain whatever Fire or Extended Coverage Insurance deemed necessary to protect the Contractor against loss of owned or rented capital equipment and tools, including any tools owned by mechanics, and any tools, equipment, scaffoldings, staging, towers and forms owned or rented by the Contractor. The requirement to secure and maintain such insurance is solely for the benefit of the Contractor; Contractor shall require same coverage of Subcontractor. Failure of the Contractor to secure such insurance or to maintain adequate levels of coverage shall not obligate District 158, or their agents and employees for any losses of owned or rented requirement. It is expressly understood and agreed that District 158 shall have no responsibility therefore, the Contractor secures such insurance the insurance policy shall include a waiver of subrogation clause as follows: “It is agreed that in no event shall this insurance company have any right of recovery against District 158 or their agents.” I. Contractor’s Obligation: The procuring of the insurance required under this Contract shall be considered solely as securing Contractor’s obligation or liabilities assumed under the Contract. Contractor shall remain fully liable and responsible for all such obligations, whether or not the insurance provided by the Contractor is approved by District 158. There will be no “Waivers of Subrogation” permitted on the insurance policy or contract between DISTRICT 158 and the contractor. A copy of the Certificate of Insurance shall be furnished to the Director of Operations and Maintenance before the work begins. CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE FORM The following wording must appear in the section, Description of Operations/Locations/Vehicles/Restrictions/Special Items: School District #158 is named as additional insured as their interests may appear with respect to General Liability. Work cannot begin nor will any payments be issued until the Certificate of Insurance has been received with School District #158 being named as additional insured. 13. FORCE MAJEURE The parties to any contract shall be excused from performance during the time and to the extent that they are prevented from obtaining goods or performing services by acts of God, fire, or power failure or reduction, provided that: satisfactory evidence thereof is presented to the District, and provided further that it is satisfactorily established that the non-performance was not due to the fault or negligence of the party not performing. The scheduled completion date stipulated in these specifications shall be adjusted by a period of time equal to such time lost because of the stated condition. 14. SIGNATURE CONSTITUTES ACCEPTANCE The signing of the bid form shall be construed as acceptance of all the provisions contained herein. 15. BID BOND Each bid shall be accompanied by a bid bond in the amount of 10% of the total amount bid issued by a properly licensed commercial surety. The bid bond shall be given as a guarantee that the bidder will supply the items in accordance with specifications and prices bid. Bid security in the form of a Cashier Check will be accepted in lieu of a bid bond. The cashiers check or irrevocable letter of credit from bidder’s bank on their letterhead signed by authorized bank officer, must be in the amount equal to 10% of the bid. Bid security in the form of a a bid bond issued by a surety having a “Best” rating of A- or better and licensed to conduct business in the state where the Project is located and named in the current list of “Surety Companies Acceptable on Federal Bonds” as published in the Federal Register by the Audit Staff Bureau of Accounts, U.S. Treasury Department. The successful bidder’s bond will be retained by the District until a contract is signed and full delivery and installation is complete. 16. PERFORMANCE BOND AND LABOR AND MATERIAL PAYMENT BOND See AIA A201 – 2007 General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS 17. PAYMENTS On District projects, a 10% retainer fee will be held if applicable, until all punch list items are completed and approved by the Director of Operations and Maintenance. The School District #158 processes checks once a month. The deadline for receiving invoices is the Friday before the last Thursday of the month preceding the payment month. Payment shall be considered for approval at the regular Board meeting (generally the third Thursday of the month). Payment will follow meeting approval. 18. LIEN WAIVERS Waivers of lien from prime contractor, prime contractor’s supplier(s), subcontractor(s), and subcontractors’ supplier(s) must accompany each request for payment. Contractor must furnish the names of all subcontractors and a schedule of values with each pay request. Partial waivers must list a dollar amount. All final waivers must state “Paid in Full” in place of a dollar amount. Final payment will not be released until final waivers marked “Paid in Full” are submitted for all subcontractors, suppliers and prime contractor. All waivers must be accompanied by a sworn statement listing subcontractors and suppliers, the amounts of their contracts and the amounts requested. 19. EXAMINATION OF SITE Before submitting a bid, the contractor should visit the site and is responsible for knowing the conditions affecting the work. Failure to visit the site(s) shall not be accepted as a valid reason for any changes by the successful bidder. 20. SAFETY The contractor is responsible for making sure that all conditions are safe for pedestrians and workers. Any precautionary measures such as warning signs, barricades, etc., that might be necessary shall be at the expense of the contractor and provided for in the quoted price. 21. WORKMANSHIP All work under this contract shall be performed in a skillful and workmanlike manner. District 158 may, in writing, require the Contractor to remove from the work any employee the District deems incompetent, careless, or otherwise objectionable. 22. CONSTRUCTION DEBRIS DISPOSAL See AIA A201 – 2007 General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 23. CLEAN-UP See AIA A201 – 2007 General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 24. CHANGE IN SCOPE See AIA A201 – 2007 General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 25. AS BUILT DRAWINGS AND OWNER’S MANUALS See AIA A201 – 2007 General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 26. BID SUMMARIES Bid Summaries will be mailed within three business days after the Board approves the lowest responsible bid. 27. MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS All contractors performing work in DISTRICT 158 Buildings shall submit, to the Operations and Maintenance Office, copies of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on all building materials to be used in accordance with the Illinois Department of Labor’s Hazardous Communication Program Regulations prior to the commencement of work. Contractors must maintain a legible copy of these MSDS sheets on file at the job site at all times while construction is in progress. Periodic District checks may be performed, contractor must be able to furnish information on demand. Contractor must provide adequate control measures to protect the occupants of the building before, during, and after the use of any building materials which contain hazardous ingredients. Contractors who SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS must use building materials which contain hazardous ingredients must review with and get approval on the intended control measures prior to the commencement of the work. In addition, all contractors who are to perform work at DISTRICT 158 facilities must make their employees aware of DISTRICT 158’s Hazardous Communication Program. DISTRICT 158 has a copy of all MSDS sheets on products at the building which the District has purchased. The binder containing those MSDS sheets is in the health office of each building. If any contractor’s employee would like a copy of DISTRICT 158’s Hazardous Communication Plan procedure or a particular MSDS sheet of a particular material the DISTRICT 158 has delivered to the site from a source other than the contractor, please see the custodians at the building to get a copy duplicated. 28. CONTRACT Successful bidder must execute a contract with the District in the form provided in the sample with this document. The contract incorporates all provisions of the instruction to bidders and general conditions. 29. SUBSTITUIONS See AIA A201 – 2007 General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 30. CONTACT WITH STUDENTS When School is in session, construction personnel shall have absolutely no contact with students. Any expense to be incurred for the contractor to meet the following access limitations shall be a part of the contractor’s bid. A. On days when school is in session the trades should not be allowed into areas where students are during the school day. Therefore the bidder shall plan all work that needs to take place in halls and other rooms (like running power to the space, etc.) to be done other than during school hours. B. Emergency access to student occupied school areas is only allowed if the tradesmen enter the front door and proceed to the main office directly, sign in and get a visitors badge before entering or if a District employee accompanies the tradesman at all times. C. If tradesmen must be in student occupied areas alone where they may have direct contact due to extenuating circumstances, those tradesmen must have a full criminal background check completed by the State of Illinois and District ID badges prior to gaining access. The background checks will be at the bidder’s expense and the badges will be purchased from the District by the bidder at the published District employee replacement cost at the time of the purchase. D. For contractors that have frequent need to access and work in areas of the buildings where the possibility of direct student contact is often necessary, the contractor should have his affected employees submit to the fingerprint and background check so that they can effectively perform the work that they are to do. SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS SAMPLE CONTRACT SAMPLE AGREEMENT BETWEEN DISTRICT 158 AND CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT made as of the (In words, indicate day, month and year) day of BETWEEN the Owner – Hereinafter referred to as “District 158”: Consolidated School District 158 650 Academic Drive Algonquin, IL 60102 and the Contractor: (Name, address and other information) the Project in: (Name and location) District 158 and Contractor agree as follows. in the year Two Thousand and Fourteen. SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS SAMPLE CONTRACT 1. THE WORK OF THIS CONTRACT The Contractor shall fully execute the Work described in the Contract Documents, except to the extent specifically indicated in the Contract Documents to be the responsibility of others. 2. DATE OF COMMENCEMENT AND SUBSTATION COMPLETION The date of commencement of the Work shall be the date of this Agreement unless a different date is stated separately in the contract or provision is made for the date to be fixed in a notice to proceed issued by District 158. The contract time shall be measured from the date of commencement. The Contractor shall achieve Substantial Completion of the entire Work not later than days from the date of commencement. 4. CONTRACT SUM District 158 shall pay the Contractor the Contract Sum in current funds for the Contractor’s performance of the Contract. The Contract Sum shall be ____________________________ dollars and ______ Centers ($___________) subject to additions and deletions as provided in the Contract Documents. The Contract Sum is based upon the following alternates, if any, which are described in the Contract Documents and are hereby accepted by District 158. Unit Prices, if any, are as follows: Description Units Price ($0.00) Progress Payments Based upon Applications for Payment, District 158 shall make progress payments on account of the Contract Sum to the Contractor as provided below and elsewhere in the Contract Documents. The deadline for receiving invoices is the Tuesday before the last Thursday of the month proceeding the payment month. Payment shall be considered for approval at the regular Board meeting (generally the third Thursday of the month). Payment will follow meeting approval. 5. ENUMERATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS The Contract Documents are listed in Article 5 and, except for Modifications issued after execution of this Agreement, are enumerated as follows: The Supplementary and other Conditions of the Contract are those contained in the Project Manuel dated ______________________, and as follows: Document Title Pages The Specifications are those contained in the Project Manual enumerated as follows: Sections Title Pages The Drawings are as follows, and are dated ______________ unless a different date is shown below: Number Title Date Title Pages The Addenda, if any, are as follows: Sections SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS SAMPLE CONTRACT Portions of Addenda relating to bidding requirements are not part of the Contract Documents unless the bidding requirements are also enumerated in this Article 4. Other documents, if any, forming part of the Contract Documents, are as follows: GENERAL CONDITIONS See AIA A201 – 2007 General Conditions and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 6. PAYMENTS AND COMPLETION A. Applications for Payment i. Payments shall be made as provided in Article 3 of this Agreement. Applications for Payment shall be in a form satisfactory to District 158. ii. The Contractor warrants that title to all Work covered by an Application for Payment will pass to District 158 no later than the time of payment. The Contractor further warrants that upon submittal of an Application for Payment all Work for which Certificates for Payment have been previously issued and payments received from District 158 shall, to the best of the Contractor’s knowledge, information and belief, be free and clear of liens, claims, security interests or other encumbrances adverse to District 158’s interests. B. Certificates for Payment i. The issuance of a Certificate for Payment will constitute a representation to District 158, that the Work has progressed to the point indicated and that, to the best of the Contractor’s knowledge, information and belief the quality of the Work is in accordance with the Contract Documents. The foregoing representations are subject to an evaluation of the Work for conformance with the Contract Documents upon Substantial Completion, to results of subsequent tests and inspections, to correlation of minor deviations from the Contract Documents prior to completion and to specific qualifications expressed by District 158. The issuance of a Certificate for Payment will further constitute a representation that the contractor is entitled to payment in the amount certified. However, the issuance of a Certificate for Payment will not be a representation that District 158 has (1) made exhaustive or continuous onsite inspections to check the quality or quantity of the Work, (2) reviewed construction means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures, (3) reviewed copies of requisitions received from Subcontractors and material suppliers and other data requested by District 158 to substantiate the Contractor’s right to payment, or (4) made examination to ascertain how or for what purpose the Contractor has used money previously paid on account of the Contract Sum. ii. District 158 may withhold payment in whole or in part, to the extent reasonably necessary to protect District 158. If in District 158’s opinion the representations to District 158 required by section 13.B.i. cannot be made. District 158 may also withhold a Certificate for Payment or, because of subsequently discovered evidence, may nullify the whole or a part of a Certificate for Payment previously issued, to such extent as may be necessary to protect District 158 from loss for which the Contractor is responsible, including loss resulting from acts and omissions described in Section 7.B.ii, because of: 1. defective Work not remedied; 2. third party claims filed or reasonable evidence indicating probable filing of such claims unless security acceptable to District 158 is provided by the Contractor; 3. failure of the Contractor to make payments properly to Subcontractors or for labor, materials or equipment; 4. reasonable evidence that the Work cannot be completed for the unpaid balance of the Contract Sum; 5. damage to District 158 or another contractor; 6. reasonable evidence that the Work will not be completed within the Contract Time and that the unpaid balance would not be adequate to cover actual or liquidated damages for the anticipated delay; or SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS SAMPLE CONTRACT 7. persistent failure to carry out the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. iii. When the above reasons for withholding certification are removed, certification will be made for amounts previously withheld. C. Payments to the Contractor i. The Contractor shall promptly pay each Subcontractor , upon receipt of payment from District 158, out of the amount paid to the Contractor on account of such Subcontractor’s portion of the Work, the amount to which said Subcontractor is entitled, reflecting percentages actually retained from payments to the Contractor on account of such Subcontractor’s portion of the Work. The Contractor shall, by appropriate agreement with each Subcontractor, require each Subcontractor to make payments to subsubcontractors in similar manner. ii. District 158 shall not have an obligation to pay or see to the payment of money to a Subcontractor except as may otherwise be required by law. iii. A Certificate of Payment, a progress payment, or partial or entire use or occupancy of the Project by District 158 shall not constitute acceptance of Work not in accordance with the Contract Documents. D. Substantial Completion i. Substantial Completion is the stage in the progress of the Work when the Work or designated portion thereof is sufficiently complete in accordance with the Contract Documents so that District 158 can occupy or utilize the Work for his intended use. ii. When requested by the Contractor, District 158 determines that the Work or designated portion thereof is substantially complete, District 158 will issue a Certificate of Substantial Completion which shall establish the date of Substantial Completion, establish responsibilities of District 158 and Contractor for security, maintenance, heat, utilities, damage to the Work and insurance, and fix the time within which the Contractor shall finish all items on the list accompanying the Certificate. Warranties required by the Contract Documents shall commence on the date of final acceptance of the Work or designated portion thereof unless otherwise provided in the Certificate of Substantial Completion. E. Final Completion and Final Payment i. Upon receipt of written notice from the contractor that the Work is ready for final inspection and acceptance and upon receipt of a final Application for Payment, District 158 will promptly make such inspection and, when District 158 finds the Work acceptable under the Contract Documents and the Contract fully performed, District 158 will promptly issue a statement that the Work has been completed in accordance with terms and conditions of the Contract Documents and that the entire balance found to be due the Contractor and noted in the final Certificate is due and payable. ii. Final payment shall not become due until the Contractor has delivered to District 158 a complete release of all items arising out of this Contract or receipts in full covering all labor, materials and equipment for which a lien could be filed, or a bond satisfactory to District 158 to indemnify District 158 against such lien. If such lien remains unsatisfied after payments are made, the Contractor shall refund to District 158 all money that District 158 may be compelled to pay in discharging such lien, including costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees. iii. The making of final payment shall constitute a waiver of claims by District 158 except those arising from: 1. liens, claims, security interests or encumbrances arising out of the Contract and unsettled; 2. failure of the Work to comply with the requirements of the Contract Documents; or 3. terms of special warranties required by the Contract Documents. iv. Acceptance of final payment by the Contractor, a Subcontractor or material supplier shall constitute a waiver of claims by that payee except those previously made in writing and identified by that payee as unsettled at the time of final Application for payments. 7. PROTECTION OF PERSONS AND PROPERTY A. Safety Precautions and Programs: The Contractor shall be responsible for initiating, maintaining and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connection with the performance of the Contract. The Contractor shall take reasonable precautions for safety of, and shall provide reasonable protection to prevent damage, injury or loss to: i. employees on the Work and other persons who may be affected thereby; ii. the Work and materials and equipment to be incorporated therein; and iii. other property at the site or adjacent therein. SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS SAMPLE CONTRACT The Contractor shall give notices and comply with applicable laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and lawful orders of public authorities bearing on safety of persons and property and their protection from damage, injury or loss. The Contractor shall promptly remedy damage and loss to property caused in whole or in part by the Contractor, a Subcontractor, a sub-subcontractor, or anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or by anyone for whose acts they may be liable and for which the Contractor is responsible. B. Hazardous Materials i. If reasonable precautions will be inadequate to prevent foreseeable bodily injury or death to persons resulting from a material or substance, including but not limited to asbestos or polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB), encountered on the site by the Contractor, the Contractor shall, upon recognizing the condition, immediately stop Work in the affected area and report the condition to District 158 in writing. When the material or substance has been rendered harmless, Work in the affected area shall resume upon written agreement of District 158 and Contractor. The Contract Time may be extended appropriately. ii. If, without negligence on the part of the Contractor, the Contractor is held liable for the cost of remediation of a hazardous material or substance solely by reason of performing Work as required by the Contract Documents, District 158 shall indemnify the Contractor for all cost and expense thereby incurred. 8. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS See Consolidated School District 158 Instructions to Bidders and General Conditions, AIA A201-2007, and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 9. CORRECTION OF WORK See AIA A201-2007 and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 10. TERMINATION OF THE CONTRACT See AIA A201-2007 and Supplemental Conditions in other locations of the bid specification for requirements. 11. OTHER CONDITIONS OR PROVISIONS This Agreement entered into as of the day and year first written above. ____________________________________ DISTRICT 158 (Signature) ________________________________________ CONTRACTOR (Signature) ____________________________________ (Printed name and title) ________________________________________ (Printed name and title) Page Intentionally Left Blank SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Intent to Provide Bid Form This form acknowledges receipt of this RFP and states whether the supplier intends to submit or not submit a Bid. The District requires a response, to this section, from all potential bidders receiving this Bid Specification no later than 3:30 p.m. seven days prior to the bid due date. BID NAME AND #: ________________________________________________ Company Name/Address: Supplier Contact (Please list main contact and alternate): NAME PHONE NUMBER FAX NUMBER E-MAIL ADDRESS ___ We DO plan to submit a proposal for this project. ___ We DO NOT plan to submit a proposal We would appreciate an indication of the reason(s) for declining to submit a proposal (if applicable): ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________ Authorized Signature ____________________________________ Date _____________________________________ Printed Name ____________________________________ Title Bidders shall return this form to the attention of Doug Renkosik at the CSD 158 Operations and Maintenance Office via fax (847) 659-6126 AND/OR email to drenkosik@district158.org and jwilhelm@district158.org no later than due date listed on page one of the bid form. Page Intentionally Left Blank SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 1 of 9 BID FORM SUBMITTED BY: Company: Address: Street Company Official: Phone No: City State Zip Email: Fax No.: SUBMITTED TO: Dr. John Burkey, Superintendent of Schools Consolidated School District 158 Administrative Office 650 Academic Drive Algonquin, IL 60102 FOR: Bid No.: 2015-19 Playground Improvements – Chesak Elementary School and Leggee Elementary School Project No. 301464 Owner: The undersigned, being familiar with the local conditions affecting the cost of the work and with the Contract Documents, including the Advertisement for Bids, Instructions to Bidders and General Conditions, General and Supplementary Conditions, Divisions 1, 3, 31, 32, 33; Drawings and Addenda Numbers ___,___, on file in the office of Inspec, Inc., in accordance with the provisions thereof, hereby proposes to furnish all labor, materials, and equipment for: BID ITEM ONE: 2015 Playground Construction and all associated work at Leggee Elementary School for the sum of $ BID ITEM TWO: 2015 Playground Construction and all associated work at Chesak Elementary School for the sum of $ SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 2 of 9 BID ITEM THREE: Combination bid for 2015 Playground Construction and all associated work at Leggee Elementary School and 2015 Playground Construction and all associated work at Chesak Elementary School for the sum of $ ALTERNATE 1: At Chesak Elementary School reconstruct additional asphalt playground area per detail 2/C8 for the sum of $ UNIT PRICES: Unit Price 1: For excavation of unstable subsoils and backfill with new compacted CA-6 base aggregate $________________ Per Ton of Installed CA-6 Base Aggregate CERTIFIED PLAYGROUND WOOD CHIP MULCH SUPPLIER AND PRODUCT NAME: List wood chip mulch supplier and product name to be installed In submitting this bid, it is understood the right is reserved by the Owner to reject any and all bids and it is agreed this bid may not be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after date of filing same. The Owner reserves the right to accept any or all Alternates regardless of the order listed. The Owner reserves the right to award a contract to one contractor per location or one contractor for both locations. All Addenda shall become part of the bid and the work, and shall be acknowledged above in the spaces provided. A bid shall be rejected if it contains any alteration or erasure unless the alteration or erasure is corrected as herein provided. An alteration or erasure may be crossed out and the correction thereof printed in ink or typewritten adjacent thereto and initialed in ink by the person signing the bid. The person signing the bid shall also file a certificate with the bid explaining the correction of the alteration or erasure. Each bid must be accompanied by bid security as described in the Instructions to Bidders. SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 3 of 9 If a Corporation, what is the State of Incorporation: _____________________________________________ If a Partnership, state full name of all co-partners: _____________________________________________ OFFICIAL ADDRESS FIRM NAME __________________________________________ _____________________________________________ __________________________________________ By___________________________________________ __________________________________________ Title_________________________________________ __________________________________________ By___________________________________________ Date: _____________________________________ Title_________________________________________ SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 4 of 9 CERTIFICATE OF ELIGIBILITY TO BID (contractor), pursuant to Section 33E-11 of the Illinois Criminal Code of 1961 as amended, hereby certifies that neither (he, she, it) nor any of (his, her, its) partners, officers, or owners of (his, her, its) business has been convicted in the past five (5) years of the offense of bid-rigging under Section 33E-3 of the Illinois Criminal Code of 1961 as amended and that neither (he, she, it) nor any of (his, her, its) partners, officers or owners of (his, her, its) business has ever been convicted of the offense of bid-rotating under Section 33E-4 of the Illinois Criminal Code of 1961 as amended. Date Street Address Title of Officer Signature of Officer Name of Contractor/Company City, State, Zip Name of Officer (Please Print) SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 5 of 9 Certificate of Compliance To the Illinois Department of Human Rights Regulations For this bid to receive consideration by the Board of Education of School District #158, Huntley, Illinois, the following certificate must be signed by an official of your company and returned with your bid. This is to certify that our company is in compliance with the provisions of the Illinois Department of Human Rights Regulations. Signed: Signature By: Printed Name Title: Date: SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 6 of 9 Certificate of Compliance with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Law TO: Mr. Doug Renkosik Director of Operations and Maintenance SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Dear Mr. Renkosik, This letter is to certify that ________________________________________________ Name of Company is in compliance with Chapter 48 and all amendments pertaining to the payment of prevailing wages (as established by the Department of Labor) to all laborers, workers and mechanics performing work under this contract. Official Address: _________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________ ___________________________ _______________________________ City, State County Date _________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Signature Title ________________________________________________ Telephone Number (with area code) Sworn and subscribed on the _______day of ______________________, 20______, before me, notary public, appointed in __________________________ County for the State of IL _________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Signature of Notary Name Typed or Printed (seal) My commission expires: __________________________ __________________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________ Month Day Year City of Residence County SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 7 of 9 CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT . By signing this Hold Harmless Agreement, the bidder certifies that to the fullest extent permitted by law, the bidder agrees to defend, pay in behalf of, and hold harmless Consolidated School District 158 and its elected and appointed officials, employees and volunteers and others working in behalf of Consolidated School District 158; against any and all claims, demands, suits, loss, including all costs connected therewith, for any damages which may be asserted, claimed or recovered against of from Consolidated School District 158, its elected and appointed officials, employees, volunteers and others working in behalf of Consolidated School District 158, by reason of personal injury, including bodily injury and death; and/or property damage, including loss of use thereof, which arises out of or is in any way connected or associated with this contract. _________ Company Name By (Sign Name) Address Title Sworn and subscribed on the _______day of _________________, 2010, before me, notary public, appointed in __________________________ County for the State of IL _________________________________________ _________________________________________________ Signature of Notary Name Typed or Printed (seal) My commission expires: __________________________________ Month Day Year ________________________ City of Residence ____________________________________ Coun ty SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 8 of 9 Name of Contractor (Bidder) _________________________________________________________ EQUIPMENT TO BE UTILIZED FOR THE COMPLETION OF THIS WORK INCLUDES.................. Equipment Type Quantity to be Provided Manufacturer and Model Age 1. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 4. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 5. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 7. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 8. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 9. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 10. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 11. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 12. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 13. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 14. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 15. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 16. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 17. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 18. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 19. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 20. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 21. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 22. ____________________________________________________________________________________ _____________ 23. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ 24. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ SCHOOL DISTRICT 158 Algonquin, IL 60102 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS Bid Form Page 9 of 9 Name of Contractor (Bidder) _____________________________________________________________________ REFERENCE SHEET Please submit the names of five different School Districts, Colleges or Companies for whom you have done similar work in the last four years. 1. Name ______________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person ______________________________________________________________________ Telephone __________________________________________________________________________ 2. Name ______________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person ______________________________________________________________________ Telephone __________________________________________________________________________ 3. Name ______________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person ______________________________________________________________________ Telephone __________________________________________________________________________ 4. Name ______________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person ______________________________________________________________________ Telephone __________________________________________________________________________ 5. Name ______________________________________________________________________________ Address ____________________________________________________________________________ City _______________________________________________________________________________ Contact Person ______________________________________________________________________ Telephone ______________________________________________________________________ Page Intentionally Left Blank 00 62 76 -1 00 62 76 -2 00 62 76 -3 00 62 76 -4 DOCUMENT 00 70 00 GENERAL CONDITIONS 1. GENERAL CONDITIONS A. The “General Conditions of the Contract for Construction” AIA Document A201, 2007 Edition, Articles 1-14 inclusive, is hereby made a part of this Contract. A copy is included herein as part of the Contract Documents. 2. PRECEDENCE A. The Articles contained in the Document 00 72 00 - Supplementary Conditions, and Sections of Division 1, General Requirements, may delete, modify or add to the provisions of the General Conditions and shall take precedence over the General Conditions. B. If language is found to conflict between the “General Conditions of the Contract for Construction” AIA Document A201, 2007 Edition, Articles 1-14 inclusive and the “School District 158 Algonquin, IL 60102, INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS” then the “School District 158 Algonquin, IL 60102, INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AND GENERAL CONDITIONS” shall govern. END OF DOCUMENT 00 70 00 - 1 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank DOCUMENT 00 72 00 SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS GENERAL A. The following Supplementary Conditions modify, change, delete from, or add to the "General Conditions of the Contract for Construction", AIA Document A201 - 2007 Edition. Where an Article, Paragraph, Subparagraph or Clause contained in the General Conditions is modified or deleted by these Supplementary Conditions, the unaltered provisions of that Article, Paragraph, Subparagraph or Clause shall remain in effect. 1.01 ARTICLE 1 - GENERAL PROVISIONS A. Paragraph 1.1 BASIC DEFINITIONS 1. Add Clause 1.1.3.1 to Subparagraph 1.1.3: .1 B. Use of the word "furnish" shall mean "to supply and deliver to the Project site, ready for installation;" use of the word "install" shall mean "to place in position for service or use;" and use of the word "provide" shall mean "furnish and install, complete and ready for intended use;" use of the words "as indicated" shall mean "as indicated, shown or noted on the Project Drawings;" use of the words "as specified" shall mean "as specified in the Project Specifications or as specified on the Project Drawings." The term "product" as used in the Contract Documents shall include, but is not limited to, materials, systems and equipment. Paragraph 1.2 CORRELATION AND INTENT OF THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 1. Add to Subparagraph 1.2.1: In the case of an inconsistency between Drawings and Specifications or within any Document not clarified by addendum, the better quality or greater quantity of work shall be provided in accordance with the Architect's interpretation without change in the Contract Sum. 2. Add to Subparagraph 1.2.2: Wherever a provision of a Section of the Specifications conflicts with any agreements or regulations in force among members of a Trade Association, Union, or Council, which regulates or distinguishes what work shall or shall not be included in the work of any particular trade, the Contractor shall make necessary arrangements to reconcile such conflicts without delay, damage or cost to the Owner and without recourse to the Architect or the Owner. 3. Add Subparagraphs 1.2.4 and 1.2.5 to Paragraph 1.2: 1.2.4 Standard specifications, rules, codes, instructions, recommendations and references referred to in the Project Specifications shall be the latest edition unless a specific edition is specified. If standard specifications are revised prior to completion of any part of the work to which such revisions would pertain, the Contractor may, if approved by the Architect, perform such work in accordance with the revised specifications. Standard specifications, except as modified in the 00 72 00 - 1 301464 Project Specifications, shall have full force and effect as though included in the Project Specifications. 1.2.5 Sections of Division 1 - General Requirements govern the execution of all sections of the Specifications. 1.02 ARTICLE 2 - OWNER A. Paragraph 2.2 INFORMATION AND SERVICES REQUIRED OF THE OWNER 1. B. Delete Subparagraph 2.2.3. Paragraph 2.4 OWNER'S RIGHT TO CARRY OUT THE WORK 1. In Paragraph 2.4, delete the third sentence in its entirety beginning with "Such action by…" 1.03 ARTICLE 3 - CONTRACTOR A. B. Paragraph 3.1 GENERAL 1. At the end of Subparagraph 3.1.2, add "and shall comply with all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations and industry standards." 2. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 3.1.3, after the word "Documents" add "and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards," Paragraph 3.2 1. REVIEW OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND FIELD CONDITIONS BY CONTRACTOR Delete Subparagraph 3.2.2 in its entirety and substitute: 3.2.2 The Contractor shall carefully study and compare the Contract Documents with each other and with information furnished by the Owner, and shall take field measurements and verify field conditions and shall carefully compare such field measurements and conditions and other information known to the Contractor with the Contract Documents before commencing activities. The Contractor shall at once report to the Architect and Owner any errors, inconsistencies or omissions discovered. The Contractor shall not be liable to the Owner or Architect for damage resulting from errors, inconsistencies or omissions in the Contract Documents unless the Contractor recognized or should have recognized such error, inconsistency or omission and failed to report it to the Architect. If the Contractor performs any construction activity involving such error, inconsistency or omission in the Contract Documents without notice to the Architect and Owner, the Contractor shall assume responsibility for such performance and shall be liable for the amount of the attributable costs for correction and any other resulting damages." 2. Delete Subparagraph 3.2.3 in its entirety. 3. Delete Subparagraph 3.2.4 in its entirety. 4. Add Subparagraph 3.2.5: 00 72 00 - 2 301464 3.2.5 The Contractor shall perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents, submittals accepted pursuant to Paragraph 3.12, the general design intent reasonably inferable from the Contract Documents, and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations and industry standards. C. .1 The Contractor shall review specified construction and installation procedures (including those recommended by manufacturers) prior to implementation and shall advise the Architect in writing (1) if the specified procedures deviate from good construction practice, (2) if following the procedures will affect warranties and (3) of any objections the Contractor may have to the procedures. .2 If the Contractor is uncertain as to the interpretation or design intent of the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall be responsible to request in writing an interpretation from the Architect, in accordance with Subparagraphs 4.2.11 and 4.2.12. Paragraph 3.3 SUPERVISION AND CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES 1. At the end of the first sentence of Subparagraph 3.3.1, add "and shall at all times comply with all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards." 2. In the second sentence of Subparagraph 3.3.1, delete "unless the Contract Documents give other specific instructions concerning these matters." 3. In the third sentence of Subparagraph 3.3.1, delete "except as stated below" 4. Delete the last sentence of Subparagraph 3.3.1 in its entirety. 5. Add Subparagraph 3.3.4 to Paragraph 3.3: 3.3.4 The Contractor shall not be relieved of its obligations to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations and industry standards, either by activities or duties of the Architect in the Architect's administration of the Contract, or by test, inspections or approvals required or performed by persons other than the Contractor, or by any activities or duties of the Owner. D. Paragraph 3.4 LABOR AND MATERIALS 1. Delete Subparagraph 3.4.2 in its entirety and substitute: 3.4.2 After the Contract has been executed, the Owner and the Architect will consider a formal request for the substitution of products in place of those specified only under the conditions set forth in the General Requirements of the Specifications (Division 1). .1 By making requests for substitutions based on Subparagraph 3.4.2, the Contractor: (a) represents that the Contractor has personally investigated the proposed substitute product and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified; 00 72 00 - 3 301464 (b) represents that the Contractor will provide the same warranty for the substitution that the Contractor would for that specified; (c) certifies that the cost data presented is complete and includes all related costs under this Contract but excludes costs under separate contracts, and excludes the Architect's redesign costs, and waives all claims for additional costs related to the substitution which subsequently become apparent; and (d) will coordinate the installation of the accepted substitute, making such changes as may be required for the Work to be complete in all respects. E. Paragraph 3.5 WARRANTY 1. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 3.5, after the words "Contract Documents" add the words "and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards." 2. In the last sentence of Subparagraph 3.5, add "or Owner," after the word "Architect" 3. Add the following to Paragraph 3.5: Manufacturer's product warranty shall not relieve the Contractor of general warranty obligations imposed by applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, industry standards, or otherwise assumed or agreed upon by the Contractor. .1 F. G. Paragraph 3.7 PERMITS, FEES, NOTICES, AND COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS 1. In Subparagraph 3.7.2, add "or inspection" after the word "performance." 2. In Subparagraph 3.7.3, add "or should knowing" after the word "knowing," and add "and for damages incurred as a result" after the word "Work" the second time it appears. 3. In the fifth sentence in Subparagraph 3.7.4, add "at the sole discretion of the Owner," after the word "Time," the second time it appears. Paragraph 3.8 ALLOWANCES 1. H. Where a product is specified by manufacturer or brand name, such specification is used to establish minimum standards of quality required, and the published data, including manufacturer's extended warranties, pertinent to the specified product shall be a requirement of the Contract Documents. Add to the end of clause 3.8.2.2: "except when installation is specified as part of the allowance in the General Requirements (Division 1 of the Specifications)." Paragraph 3.9 SUPERINTENDENT 1. Delete Subparagraph 3.9.1 in its entirety and substitute: 00 72 00 - 4 301464 Contractor shall keep on the Work at all times during its progress a competent foreman who shall not be replaced without written notice to Owner and Architect/Engineer except under extraordinary circumstances. Contractor shall also assign a superintendent to the Project who shall have authority to act on behalf of Contractor. The superintendent must be responsive to communications from the Architect/Engineer on a daily basis and all communications given to the superintendent shall be as binding as if given to the Contractor. I. Paragraph 3.13 USE OF SITE 1. Add the following to Subparagraph 3.13: The Contractor's materials, tools, supplies, or debris shall not be stored or allowed to accumulate. The Owner assumes no liability or responsibility whatsoever for any damage, destruction, theft, or other acts which may occur to the Contractor's material or equipment as a result of his negligence J. Paragraph 3.14 CUTTING AND PATCHING 1. Add Subparagraph 3.14.3 to Paragraph 3.14: 3.14.3 Altering or cutting of structural members will not be allowed without written approval of the Architect. K. Paragraph 3.18 INDEMNIFICATION 1. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 3.18.1, after the words "tangible property" add the words ", including loss of use resulting therefrom" 2. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 3.18.1, delete the words "(other than the Work itself)" 3. Add to the end of Subparagraph 3.18.1: The Contractor's obligations set forth in this Paragraph 3.18 shall include any claim by the Owner against the Contractor, a Subcontractor, or anyone directly or indirectly employed by the Contractor or a Subcontractor, or against anyone for whose acts the Contractor or Subcontractor may be liable. 1.04 ARTICLE 4 - ARCHITECT A. Paragraph 4.1 GENERAL 1. Add Subparagraph 4.1.1.1.: "Architect" and "Engineer" as used in the Contract Documents, shall mean: Inspec Inc. 8618 West Catalpa Avenue, Suite 1109-1110 Chicago, IL 60656 00 72 00 - 5 301464 Whenever the Architect is referred to herein, it shall be understood to mean the Architect/Engineer and/or their consultants defined herein. B. Paragraph 4.2 ADMINISTRATION OF THE CONTRACT 1. In Subparagraph 4.2.1, after the word "Documents," add "and the agreement between the Owner and the Architect." 2. Add to the end of Subparagraph 4.2.4: Direct communications between the Owner and the Contractor that affect the performance of administration of the Work shall be made or confirmed in writing, with copies to the Architect. 3. At the end of the first sentence of Subparagraph 4.2.11, add ", subject to final approval by the Owner." 1.05 ARTICLE 5 - SUBCONTRACTORS A. Paragraph 5.1 DEFINITIONS 1. Add Clause 5.1.1.1: .1 B. C. Whenever the term "Subcontractor(s)" appears in the Contract Documents, it shall also mean material and equipment suppliers, and shall extend to them the same contractual responsibilities and rights afforded Subcontractors. Paragraph 5.2 AWARD OF SUBCONTRACTS AND OTHER CONTRACTS FOR PORTIONS OF THE WORK 1. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 5.2.1, between the words "Contract" and "shall," add "but not later than 15 days from the Contract Date," 2. Add Clauses 5.2.1.1 and 5.2.1.2: .1 If adequate data on a proposed manufacturer or an installer is not available, the Architect may state that action will be deferred until the Contractor provides further data. .2 Failure to object to a manufacturer shall not constitute a waiver of any of the requirements of the Contract Documents, and all products furnished by the listed manufacturer must conform to such requirements. Paragraph 5.3 SUBCONTRACTUAL RELATIONS 1. Delete Subparagraph 5.3 in its entirety and substitute: 5.3 By appropriate written agreement, the Contractor shall require each Subcontractor to consent to, and be bound to the Contractor by the terms of the Contract Documents. Each Subcontractor shall be required to assume toward the Contractor all the obligations and responsibilities which the Contractor assumes toward the Owner and Architect. Each subcontract agreement shall preserve and protect the rights and limitations on liability of the 00 72 00 - 6 301464 Owner and Architect under the Contract Documents with respect to the Work to be performed by the Subcontractor. Each subcontract agreement shall provide that the Subcontractor's rights, remedies, and redress shall obtain solely against the Contractor (or the Contractor's bonding company, if any) in the same manner and with the same conditions as the Contractor has rights, remedies and redress against the Owner. The Contractor shall supply copies of each subcontract agreement to the Owner and to the Architect before the Subcontractor is permitted to commence Work. D. Paragraph 5.4 CONTINGENT ASSIGNMENT OF SUBCONTRACTS 1. In Subparagraph 5.4.1.1, delete "of the contract by the Owner for cause pursuant to Paragraph 14.2" 2. In Subparagraph 5.4.2, add "due to unreasonable delays attributable to the Owner," after the word "days." 1.06 ARTICLE 6 - CONSTRUCTION BY OWNER OR BY SEPARATE CONTRACTORS A. Paragraph 6.1 1. B. OWNER'S RIGHT TO PERFORM CONSTRUCTION AND TO AWARD SEPARATE CONTRACTS In the first sentence of Subparagraph 6.1.1, delete the words "including those portions related to insurance and waiver of subrogation." Paragraph 6.2 MUTUAL RESPONSIBILITY 1. In Subparagraph 6.2.4, delete "as provided in Subparagraph 10.2.5" 1.07 ARTICLE 7 - CHANGES IN THE WORK A. B. Paragraph 7.3 CONSTRUCTION CHANGE DIRECTIVES 1. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 7.3.7, add "and the Owner" after the word "Architect" 2. Near the end of the first sentence in Subparagraph 7.3.7, delete the words "a reasonable allowance for overhead and profit." And substitute "an allowance for overhead and profit not to exceed that stated in Clause 7.3.3.3." Paragraph 7.4 MINOR CHANGES IN THE WORK 1. Add Subparagraph 7.4.1 to Paragraph 7.4: 7.4.1 The Architect may issue a written order authorizing such minor changes in the Work without the Owner's or Contractor's signature. 1.08 ARTICLE 8 - TIME A. Paragraph 8.2 PROGRESS AND COMPLETION 1. Add Clause 8.2.2.1 to Subparagraph 8.2.2: 00 72 00 - 7 301464 .1 B. If a Contract is awarded, construction at the site may commence upon, but not before, (1) Contractor's receipt of a Notice to Proceed from the Owner, and (2) Owner's receipt of Contractor's insurance certificates and Subcontractors list. Paragraph 8.3 DELAYS AND EXTENSION OF TIME 1. In Subparagraph 8.3.1, after the word "arbitration" add the words "as set forth in Paragraphs 15.2, 15.3 and 15.4" 2. In the last line of Subparagraph 8.3.1, after the word "Architect" add the words "and the Owner" 1.9 ARTICLE 9 - PAYMENTS AND COMPLETION A. Paragraph 9.2 SCHEDULE OF VALUES 1. B. In the last sentence of Subparagraph 9.2, add "or the Owner" after the word "Architect" Paragraph 9.3 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT 1. Delete the first sentence of Subparagraph 9.3.3 and substitute the following: The Contractor expressly agrees and warrants that all legal title, ownership rights, and insurable interest for all Work covered by an application for Payment transfers to the Owner no later than the time for payment. 2. Add Clauses 9.3.3.1, 9.3.3.2, and 9.3.3.3 to Subparagraph 9.3.3: 9.3.3.1 It shall be the duty of the Contractor to comply with the lien laws of the state and furnish papers, when necessary, for the protection of the interests of the Owner. 9.3.3.2 The Contractor shall furnish to the Architect, along with each request for payment (except the first), receipted bills or partial, or final (as the case may be) lien releases covering all material used and subcontracts performed in connection with this Contract through the date of the current billing. 9.3.3.3 Should the Contractor fail to do this, request for payment by the Contractor will not be certified. Before final payment will be made, the Contractor shall furnish final waivers of lien, covering all material used and subcontractors performed in connection with this Contract. Partial and final lien waivers shall be shown in actual amounts. No waivers for $1.00 or such token amounts will be allowed. C. Paragraph 9.6 PROGRESS PAYMENTS 1. D. Delete Subparagraph 9.6.7 in its entirety. Paragraph 9.7 FAILURE OF PAYMENT 1. In the last sentence of Subparagraph 9.7., delete "plus interest" and add the words "excluding interest" 00 72 00 - 8 301464 E. Paragraph 9.8 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION 1. Add Clause 9.8.2.1 to Subparagraph 9.8.2: .1 F. Paragraph 9.9 PARTIAL OCCUPANCY OR USE 1. G. If the status of completion of the Work requires reinspection by the Architect prior to issuance of the Certification of Substantial Completion, due to failure of the Work to comply with the Contractor's claims on initial inspection, the Owner will deduct the additional Architect's compensation amount for reinspection services from the final payment to the Contractor. At the end of Subparagraph 9.9.3, add "and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards." Paragraph 9.10 FINAL COMPLETION AND FINAL PAYMENT 1. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 9.10.1, after the words "Contract Documents" where they appear, add "and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards," 2. Add Clause 9.10.1.1 to Subparagraph 9.10.1: .1 3. If the status of completion of the Work requires reinspection by the Architect prior to issuance of final payment due to failure of the Work to comply with the Contractor's written notice that the Work is ready for final inspection and acceptance, the Owner will deduct the additional Architect's compensation amount for reinspection services from the final payment to the Contractor. Delete Subparagraph 9.10.2 in its entirety and substitute: 9.10.2 Neither final payment nor any remaining retained percentage shall become due until the Contractor submits to the Architect (1) an affidavit that payrolls, bills for materials and equipment, and other indebtedness connected with the Work for which the Owner or the Owner's property might be responsible or encumbered (less amounts withheld by Owner) have been paid or otherwise satisfied, (2) a certificate evidencing that insurance required by the Contract Documents to remain in force after final payment is currently in effect and will not be cancelled or allowed to expire until at least 60 days prior written notice has been given to the Owner, (3) a written statement that the Contractor knows of no substantial reason that the insurance will not be renewable to cover the period required by the Contract Documents, (4) consent of surety, if any, to final payment, (5) if required by the Owner, other data establishing payment or satisfaction of obligations, such as receipts, releases and waivers of liens, claims, security interests or encumbrances arising out of the Contract, to the extent and in such form as may be designated by the Owner, and (6) Construction Record Drawings as described in 9.10.2.1. If a Subcontractor refuses to furnish a release or waiver as required by the Owner, the Contractor may furnish at the Contractor's expense a bond satisfactory to the Owner to indemnify the Owner against such lien. If such lien remains unsatisfied after payments are made, the Contractor shall refund to the Owner all money that the Owner may be compelled to pay in discharging such lien, including all costs and reasonable attorneys fees. 00 72 00 - 9 301464 .1 Construction Record Drawings: Significant changes incorporated in the Project construction which differ from the original Contract Drawings shall be indicated on electronic documents in Adobe Acrobat PDF format of Contract Drawings furnished by the Architect, and/or shop drawings as appropriate. Indicate on each drawing (Contract Drawings and shop drawings used for this purpose) in the space provided at the bottom of each drawing (those furnished by the Architect), the following: CONSTRUCTION CHANGES HAVE BEEN INCORPORATED ON THIS DRAWING Contractor Address Date Project Manager **OR** CONSTRUCTION CHANGES WERE NOT REQUIRED ON THIS DRAWING Contractor Address Date 4. Project Manager Delete Subparagraph 9.10.4 in its entirety and substitute: The making of final payment shall not constitute a waiver of any of the Owner's claims, legal or equitable rights, remedies, or redress. 1.10 ARTICLE 10 - PROTECTION OF PERSONS AND PROPERTY A. Paragraph 10.2 SAFETY OF PERSONS AND PROPERTY 00 72 00 - 10 301464 1. In Subparagraph 10.2.1., delete "The Contractor shall take reasonable precautions for safety of, and shall provide reasonable protection" and substitute the words "The Contractor shall exercise the highest degree of care for safety of, and shall exercise the highest degree of care" 2. Add to Clause 10.2.1.3: The Contractor shall send notices, make necessary arrangements and provide services required for the care of gas mains, water pipes, steam pipes, sewer pipes, communication conduits, cables, and other equipment or property, assuming responsibility and paying costs for which the Owner may be liable. The Contractor shall consult the Public Service Companies' records to determine the locations and extent of utilities. Existing services shall be maintained without interruption unless new services are provided. 3. Add Clause 10.2.1.4 to Subparagraph 10.2.1: .4 4. All of the Owner's existing real and personal property, including but not limited to entire building structures, all contents and Owner's furnishings. Delete Subparagraph 10.2.2 in its entirety and substitute: 10.2.2 The Contractor shall give notices and shall comply in all respects to all Contract Documents, laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards bearing in any manner on safety of persons or property or their protection from damage, injury, or loss. The Contractor shall be directly responsible to, and shall reimburse and compensate any person or entity, including the Owner, for any damage, injury, or loss caused by any actions or omissions of the Contractor, a Subcontractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by them, or anyone for whose acts they may be liable in failing to comply with this Paragraph 10.2. 5. Add Clause 10.2.4.1 to Subparagraph 10.2.4: .1 B. When use or storage of explosives or other hazardous materials or equipment, or unusual methods are necessary, the Contractor shall give the Owner reasonable advance notice. 6. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 10.2.5, delete "(other than damage or loss insured under property insurance required by the Contract Documents)" 7. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 10.2.5, delete the words "Clauses 10.2.1.2 and 10.2.1.3" where they appear, and substitute "this Paragraph 10.2" Paragraph 10.3 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS 1. In Subparagraph 10.3.1, after the word "(PCB)" add "or lead-bearing surfaces." 1.11 ARTICLE 11 - INSURANCE AND BONDS A. Delete Section 11.1.1 through Section 11.3.10 in their entirety and replace with the insurance requirements described in the Instructions to Bidders and General Conditions. 00 72 00 - 11 301464 B. Paragraph 11.4 PERFORMANCE BOND AND PAYMENT BOND 1. Delete Paragraph 11.4 in its entirety and substitute: § 11.4 Performance Bond and Payment Bond § 11.4.1 The Contractor shall furnish bond or bonds as described below, covering the faithful performance of the Contract and the payments of all obligations arising thereunder. The Contract will not be signed until the Owner has received the proper bond specified under this Article, issued by a bonding company licensed to do business in the State where the construction will take place, and on the current list of Company’s Holding Certificates of Authority as acceptable Sureties on Federal Bonds and as acceptable reinsuring companies as published in Circular 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. § 11.4.1.1 Furnish both AIA A312 Performance Bond and AIA A312 Payment Bond in the amount of 100% of the Contract Price. § 11.4.1.2 The Performance Bond and Payment Bond shall be submitted in the exact form as attached hereto Exhibit A, and with the certificates specified in Section 11.4.1.3, below, and no other modifications or addendum whatsoever shall be allowed. § 11.4.1.3 Duly executed, notarized and updated Acknowledgements of both the Principal and Surety and the Surety’s Power of Attorney must be attached to each of the two required bonds. § 11.4.1.4 Bond amounts shall not exceed the single bond limit for the Contractor’s bonding company as set forth in the Federal Register current as of the bid date. § 11.4.2 Upon the request of any person or entity appearing to be a potential beneficiary of bonds covering payment of obligations arising under the Contract, the Contractor shall promptly furnish a copy of the bonds or shall authorize a copy to be furnished. 1.12 ARTICLE 12 - UNCOVERING AND CORRECTION OF WORK A. B. Paragraph 12.1 UNCOVERING OF WORK 1. In Subparagraph 12.1.1, add "or the Owner" after the word "Architect" the second time if occurs. 2. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 12.1.2, add "or the Owner" after the word "Architect" the second time it occurs. Paragraph 12.2 CORRECTION OF WORK 12.2.1 Before Or After Substantial Completion 1. In Subparagraph 12.2.1.1, after the words "Documents" where it appears, add "and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards." 00 72 00 - 12 301464 12.2.2 After Substantial Completion 1. In Subparagraph 12.2.2.1, after the words "Documents" where it appears, add "and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards." 2. Delete the last two sentences of Subparagraph 12.2.2.1. 3. Delete Subparagraph 12.2.2.3 in its entirety. 1.13 ARTICLE 13 - MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS A. B. Paragraph 13.5 TEST AND INSPECTIONS 1. At the end of the second sentence in Subparagraph 13.5.1, add "and shall immediately provide copies of all results, and reports of such tests, inspections, and approvals to both the Owner and the Architect." 2. In the third sentence in Subparagraph 13.5.1, after the word "Architect" add "and the Owner" 3. At the end of Subparagraph 13.5.2, add: "The Contractor shall immediately provide copies of all results, and reports of such tests, inspections, and approvals to both the Owner and the Architect." Paragraph 13.6 INTEREST 1. C. Delete Paragraph 13.6 in its entirety. Paragraph 13.7 TIME LIMITS ON CLAIMS End Subparagraph 13.7.1 after the words “applicable law” in the first sentence. D. Add Paragraph 13.8 to Article 13 13.8 FAIR EMPLOYMENT PRACTICE 13.8.1 The Contractor and every subcontractor shall comply with all applicable provisions, terms and conditions of applicable ordinance pertaining to fair employment practice. The Contractor, in relation to the subject Contract, shall not discriminate against any employee of, or applicant for employment with, the Contractor in the locality of the work, and shall include a similar provision against discrimination in every subcontract germane thereto, requiring employment at the Project. The words “discriminate” and “discrimination” as used herein hereby are defined and declared to mean and include discrimination or segregation on the ground or because of race, sex, religion, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, or ancestry. 1.14 ARTICLE 14 - TERMINATION OR SUSPENSION OF THE CONTRACT A. Paragraph 14.1 TERMINATION BY THE CONTRACTOR 1. In Subparagraph 14.1.3, delete the word "seven" and substitute "fourteen" 00 72 00 - 13 301464 2. B. Paragraph 14.2 TERMINATION BY THE OWNER FOR CAUSE 1. C. In Subparagraph 14.1.3, after the word "executed" delete the remainder of the sentence and substitute "provided that such Work conforms with the Contract Documents and all applicable laws, codes, ordinances, rules, regulations, and industry standards." In Subparagraph 14.2.2, delete "upon certification by the Initial Decision Maker that sufficient cause exists to justify such action." Delete 14.4.3 and replace with the following: 14.4.3 In case of termination for the Owner's convenience, the Contractor shall be entitled to receive payment from the Owner on the same basis provided in Subparagraph 14.1.3 as supplemented herein. However, if the Owner has incurred damages or loss as a result of the actions or omissions of the Contractor, Subcontractors, Sub-subcontractors, or anyone directly or indirectly employed by them of for whose acts they may be liable, the Owner shall be entitled to reduce any payments to the Contractor by the amount of any such damages or loss, and shall further be entitled to institute all legal and equitable proceedings against the Contractor to recover any remaining damages or loss resulting from such actions or omissions. 1.15 ARTICLE 15 - CLAIMS AND DISPUTES A. Paragraph 15.1 CLAIMS 1. Delete Subparagraph 15.1.2 in its entirety and substitute the following: 15.1.2 Claims made by the Contractor must be made within 21 days after occurrence of the event giving rise to such Claim or within 21 days after the Contractor first recognizes the condition giving rise to the Claim, whichever is later. Claims made by the Owner must be made within 60 days after occurrence of the event giving rise to such claim or within 60 days after the Owner first recognizes the conditions giving rise to the Claim, whichever is later. 2. Add Paragraph 15.1.5.3 to read: 15.1.5.3 Injury or Damage to Person or Property. If either party to the contract suffers injury or damage to person or property because of an act or omission of the other party, or of others for whose acts such party is legally responsible, written notice of such injury or damage, whether or not insured, shall be given to the other party within a reasonable time. The notice shall provide sufficient detail to enable the other party to investigate the matter. 3. B. Delete Subparagraph 15.1.6 in its entirety. Paragraph 15.2 INITIAL DECISION 1. At the beginning of the first sentence of Subparagraph 15.2.1, add "At the sole discretion of the Owner," 2. In the first sentence of Subparagraph 15.2.1, delete "shall" and substitute the word "may" 00 72 00 - 14 301464 3. At the beginning of the first sentence of Subparagraph 15.2.2, add "At the sole discretion of the Owner," 4. At the end of the last sentence of Subparagraph 15.2.4, add ", subject to final approval by the Owner." 5. At the beginning of the first sentence of Subparagraph 15.2.5, add "At the sole discretion of the Owner," 6. Delete the last sentence of 15.2.5. 7. Delete Subparagraph 15.2.6.1 and replace with the following: Contractor may, if Contractor is not satisfied with the initial decision, within 30 days from the date of an initial decision, demand mediation in writing. If Contractor fails to file such a demand for mediation within the time required, then Contractor waives its rights to mediate or pursue other legal proceedings with respect to the initial decision. 8. Add Clause 15.2.9 to Subparagraph 15.2: 15.2.9 The Owner, at its sole discretion, shall be entitled to seek any and all legal and equitable relief it deems appropriate in order to protect its rights, remedies, or redress, including claims for all consequential damages, and shall not be bound by any decision of the initial decision maker unless the Owner expressly agrees in writing to be bound by such decision. This provision shall supersede and take precedence over any other conflicting provision in Paragraph 15.2 or this Agreement. 9. Add Clause 15.2.10 to Subparagraph 15.2: 15.2.10 Nothing in this Paragraph 15.2 shall negate, abridge, or reduce the rights of the Owner's insurer(s) or carriers to seek any and all legal and equitable relief they deem appropriate against the Architect, Contractor, Subcontractors, Sub-subcontractors, anyone directly or indirectly employed by them, or anyone for whose acts they may be liable, for any injury, damage, loss or expense, including all consequential damages. C. Paragraph 15.3 MEDIATION 1. Delete Paragraph 15.3 in its entirety and substitute: § 15.3 Mediation § 15.3.1 At the option of the Owner, claims, disputes, or other matters in controversy arising out of or related to the Contract except those waived as provided for in Sections 9.10.4, 9.10.5, and 15.1.6 shall be subject to mediation as a condition precedent to binding dispute resolution or litigation. § 15.3.2 At the option of the Owner, the parties shall endeavor to resolve their Claims by mediation which, unless the parties mutually agree otherwise, shall be administered by the 00 72 00 - 15 301464 American Arbitration Association in accordance with its Construction Industry Mediation Procedures in effect on the date of the Agreement. A request for mediation shall be made in writing, delivered to the other party to the Contract, and filed with the person or entity administering the mediation. The request may be made concurrently with the filing of binding dispute resolution proceedings but, in such event, mediation shall proceed in advance of binding dispute resolution proceedings, which shall be stayed pending mediation for a period of 60 days from the date of filing, unless stayed for a longer period by agreement of the parties or court order. If an arbitration is stayed pursuant to this Section 15.3.2, the parties may nonetheless proceed to the selection of the arbitrator(s) and agree upon a schedule for later proceedings. § 15.3.3 The parties shall share the mediator’s fee and any filing fees equally. The mediation shall be held in the place where the Project is located, unless another location is mutually agreed upon. Agreements reached in mediation shall be enforceable as settlement agreements in any court having jurisdiction thereof. D. Paragraph 15.4 ARBITRATION 1. Delete Paragraph 15.4 in its entirety and substitute: § 15.4 Arbitration § 15.4 ARBITRATION NOTE: All references to “Arbitration” in Section 15.4 shall be considered permissive and not mandatory. The Owner shall, in its sole discretion, have the right and option to enforce any claim it may have against the Contractor, or against any of the Subcontractors, Subsubcontractors, Suppliers or Vendors of Contractor, through litigation. The Owner shall, in its sole discretion, also have the right and option to refuse to arbitrate any claim brought against Owner by the Contractor, either on Contractor’s own behalf, or on behalf of any of the Subcontractors, Sub-subcontractors, Suppliers or Vendors of Contractor, and demand that such claim be pursued through litigation. In the event the Owner exercises its right and option to refuse to arbitrate a claim brought against the Owner, written notice of such refusal shall be given by Owner to the party making the claim and to any tribunal administering the claim at any time up to and including the date when Owner is required by any applicable statute, rule or order to respond to such claim. § 15.4.1 If the parties have selected arbitration as the method for binding dispute resolution in the Agreement, any Claim shall be subject to arbitration unless the Owner decides to pursue the claim through litigation which, unless the parties mutually agree otherwise, shall be administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its Construction Industry Arbitration Rules in effect on the date of the Agreement. A demand for arbitration shall be made in writing, delivered to the other party to the Contract, and filed with the person or entity administering the arbitration. The party filing a notice of demand for arbitration must assert in the demand all Claims then known to that party on which arbitration is permitted to be demanded. 00 72 00 - 16 301464 § 15.4.1.1 A demand for arbitration in no event shall it be made after the date when the institution of legal or equitable proceedings based on the Claim would be barred by the applicable statute of limitations. For statute of limitations purposes, receipt of a written demand for arbitration by the person or entity administering the arbitration shall constitute the institution of legal or equitable proceedings based on the Claim. § 15.4.2 The award rendered by the arbitrator or arbitrators shall be final, and judgment may be entered upon it in accordance with applicable law in any court having jurisdiction thereof. § 15.4.3 The foregoing agreement to arbitrate and other agreements to arbitrate with an additional person or entity duly consented to by parties to the Agreement shall be specifically enforceable under applicable law in any court having jurisdiction thereof. § 15.4.4 Consolidation or Joinder Limitation on Consolidation or Joinder. No arbitration arising out of or relating to the Contract shall include, by consolidation or joinder or in any other manner, the Architect, the Architect's employees or consultants, except by written consent containing specific reference to the Agreement and signed by the Architect, Owner, Contractor and any other person or entity sought to be joined. No arbitration shall include, by consolidation or joinder or in any other manner, parties other than the Owner, Contractor, a separate contractor as described in Article 6 and other persons substantially involved in a common question of fact or law whose presence is required if complete relief is to be accorded in arbitration. No person or entity other than the Owner, Contractor or a separate contractor as described in Article 6 shall be included as an original third party or additional third party to an arbitration whose interest or responsibility is insubstantial. Consent to arbitration involving an additional person or entity shall not constitute consent to arbitration of a Claim not described therein or with a person or entity not named or described therein. The foregoing agreement to arbitrate and other agreements to arbitrate with an additional person or entity duly consented to by parties to the Agreement shall be specifically enforceable under applicable law in any court having jurisdiction thereof. 1.16 ARTICLE 16 - WAGE RATES A. Add Article 16: 16.1 WAGE DETERMINATION SCHEDULE Wage rates shall be consistent with those enumerated in the Wage Determination Schedule included at the end of this Document. END OF DOCUMENT 00 72 00 - 17 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 01 10 00 SUMMARY PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 GENERAL A. Supply all labor, transportation, materials, apparatus and tools necessary for the entire proper completion of this Work; install, maintain and remove all equipment for the proper execution of this Contract; be responsible for the safe, proper and lawful performance of equipment, maintenance and use of the same; and perform in the best manner, and everything properly incidental thereto, as stated in the Contract Documents or reasonably implied therein. 1.02 DEFINITIONS A. The words install, provide, furnish, include, supply, apply, place, or any combination thereof, are intended to be synonymous and to indicate that the material or work specifically mentioned is to be furnished and installed completely by this Contractor and incorporated into the Work, unless specified otherwise. 1.03 DESCRIPTION OF WORK A. Bid Item One: Playground Improvements and all associated work at Leggee Elementary School. See site plans and details for full scope of work. B. Bid Item Two: Playground Improvements and all associated work at Chesak Elementary School. See site plan and details for full scope of work. C. Bid Item Three: Combination bid for Playground Improvements and all associated work at Leggee Elementary School and Playground Improvements and all associated work at Chesak Elementary School D. See Project Manual Section 01 20 00 for alternates and unit prices, if any. 1.04 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE A. A pre-construction conference will be held prior to the start of Work. B. It is the intent to start work on July 1, 2015. C. Work is to be substantially completed by August 14, 2015. By substantially completed, it is intended all work included as part of this Contract be completed except for minor punch-list items D. All work is to be fully completed by August 21, 2015. By fully completed, it is intended all work included as part of this Contract be completed, including punch-list items and completion of final submittals. An inspection will be conducted to verify that the Work is fully complete. E. The Contractor agrees that said Work shall be prosecuted regularly, diligently, and uninterruptedly at such rate of progress as will ensure full completion thereof within the time stipulated. It is expressly understood and agreed, by and between the Contractor and the Owner, that the time for completion of the Work described herein is a reasonable time for climatic range and usual environmental conditions prevailing in this locality. It is further understood and mutually agreed that the date of beginning, rate of progress, and the time for completion of the Work to be done hereunder are essential conditions of this Contract. Costs caused by delays or by improperly timed activities or defective construction shall be borne by the party responsible therefor. F. Do not start work during threatening weather. G. If adverse weather conditions are the basis for requests for additional time, such requests shall be documented by data substantiating that weather conditions were abnormal for the period of time and could not have been reasonably anticipated, and that weather conditions had an adverse effect on the scheduled construction. 01 10 00 - 1 301464 1.05 SITE ACCESS AND AVAILABILITY A. Site will be available to Contractor after July 1, 2014 upon receipt of the Owner's written notice to proceed unless otherwise indicated in these Documents. Care, custody, and control of the site work area, equipment area, and material storage area are vested in Contractor during the term of operations under the Contract. B. Failure to examine the building and the site and to become familiar with the existing conditions shall not constitute cause for complaint or claim for extra payment. Accept Project site as it exists. C. Means of ingress or egress to buildings shall not be blocked for any reason or hamper the normal operation of the building in any way unless permission is first obtained from the Owner. Fire protection and immediate access for fire fighting equipment must be maintained at all times. D. Equipment and material storage areas are limited to those designated. Fencing of ground work area may be required to keep unauthorized personnel out of the area. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used END OF SECTION 01 10 00 - 2 301464 SECTION 01 20 00 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 ALTERNATES A. Summary 1. The following is an Alternate to the Base Bid, which includes all labor, material, and equipment necessary to complete the Work specified herein. State the amount to be added to the Base Bid for this Alternate. The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject this Alternate. This Alternate, if accepted, may determine the low bidder. B. Description of Work: At Chesak Elementary School, reconstruct additional asphalt playground area per detail 2/C8 and all associated work. C. General: This alternate is to include the requirements in Section 01100 for definitions, access, and construction schedule. 1.02 UNIT PRICES A. If the quantities for the following items vary from the amounts shown on the drawings, the Contract Sum will be adjusted in accordance with the following unit prices. These unit prices include labor and materials. 1. Unit Price 1: For excavation of unstable subsoils and backfill with new compacted CA-6 base aggregate, per ton of installed CA-6 base aggregate. B. Submit substantiated measurements of quantities for all unit price items to building personnel or Architect/Engineer for verification prior to replacement. Documentation will be verified by the Architect/Engineer. 1.03 PAYMENT PROCEDURES A. Schedule of Values: Submit to the Architect/Engineer a schedule of values covering labor and materials to serve as a basis for progress payments during construction. B. Certificates for Progress Payments: Provide Architect/Engineer with certificates for progress payments showing a tabulation of the completed work, labor completed, materials used, and materials in approved storage at the site. C. Approval of Payments 1. The Owner will retain, until final payment, 10 percent of the amount due the Contractor on account of progress payments. However, if the work provided for in the Contract has been 50 percent completed, or more, to the satisfaction of the Owner, the retainage may be reduced to zero percent on payments for the remaining work only. Amount previously retained will continue to be retained until final payment. Reduction in the retainage will not be allowed unless the Contractor is properly and continuously expediting the remaining work to completion. 2. Application for payment shall be made using form included in these documents. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used END OF SECTION 01 20 00 - 1 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION A. Pre-Construction Conference 1. Prior to starting any work on the Contract, the Architect/Engineer, Owner and/or Owner's representative, and the Contractor will meet at the site to discuss procedures, schedules, review submittals, etc. for the Work. The Contractor's manpower scheduler and foreman, who will be on the Project full-time directing the Work, and the Contractor's sheet metal foreman and other subcontractors' foremen, must attend this meeting. If the Contractor's foremen are not present at this scheduled meeting, the meeting will be canceled and rescheduled at Contractor's expense. B. Coordination with Owner 1. It is the Owner's intention that the building will be utilized in the usual manner in accordance with the normal schedule; therefore, the Contractor shall schedule his work so as to minimize interference with normal activities and shall coordinate his work with the Owner for areas over interior spaces having critical occupancy requirements. 2. Work shall be conducted between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday of each week. Work on other than those hours or days specified, including legal holidays, Saturdays and Sundays may be granted provided a request is made at least 48 hours in advance and that Contractor assumes all responsibility for safeguard of Owner's property. 3. Work that might interfere with the use of the facilities by the Owner shall be accomplished at a time pre-approved by the Owner. C. Coordination of Work 1. The Contractor has the responsibility for coordinating the work of subcontractors and for scheduling all work so a watertight condition is maintained and all work required by the Contract Documents is completed as scheduled. 2. The Contractor shall coordinate work of various trades employed by its firm so stated completion date is met. 3. Remove or modify existing work to extent necessary to join new work to existing construction and otherwise complete the work. 4. Each daily work area must be complete and watertight at the end of each day's work and before start of any form of precipitation. 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Within Ten (10) Days After Notice of Award 1. Signed Contract 2. Certificate of Insurance 3. Performance and Payment Bonds 4. List of subcontractors, if any, for review and acceptance by the Architect/Engineer, prior to executing subcontracts. Proposed subcontractors shall be established, reputable firms with a record of satisfactory past performance with the type work to be performed. B. Within Ten (10) Days After Contract Award/Notice to Proceed 1. Promptly provide the Architect/Engineer with required submittals so that review and approval can be made without any delay in the Work. 2. Provide three (3) copies of each submittal. 01 30 00 - 1 301464 a. b. c. d. e. f. C. Refer to the subsequent Specification Sections for specific submittals required by each section. Product Data: Includes illustrations, standard schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions, and brochures that illustrate physical appearance, size, and other characteristics of materials and equipment. Product data submitted should be free of inapplicable information. Strike through or delete information or data that is not applicable to this Project. Do not submit entire catalogs. Clearly mark product selection tables to indicate which product and which options are being provided. If a name change has occurred to a specified product, a letter of explanation should be included with the submittal. Shop Drawings: Includes drawings, diagrams, illustrations, and schedules specifically prepared for this Project to illustrate and depict more clearly some portion of the work, reflecting actual project conditions. Shop drawings shall be provided in same general layout or orientation as the Contract Drawings. Samples: Completely identify information such as brand name, brief description, source of material, date sampled, location sampled, etc. Schedule: Construction schedule indicating anticipated work progress, including preconstruction conference, starting and completion dates, crew size, and estimated average daily progress. Permits: Copies of all permits and licenses necessary for the proper execution and completion of this Work. During Progress of the Work 1. Provide updated construction schedule(s) if initial anticipated schedule is revised, along with a request for any change in completion date. D. Closeout Submittals: Refer to Section 01 70 00 PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used END OF SECTION 01 30 00 - 2 301464 SECTION 01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 GENERAL A. In the case of an inconsistency between Drawings and Specifications or within any Document not clarified by addendum, the better quality or greater quantity of work shall be provided in accordance with the Architect's interpretation without change in the Contract Sum. B. All materials, systems, or assemblies shall be installed or applied in accordance with these Specifications and, where not specifically designated otherwise, in accordance with directions of the product manufacturer or recommendations of an association dealing primarily with the materials. 1.02 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS A. Work shall meet the requirements of all governing codes, ordinances, laws, regulations, safety orders, and directives relating to the Work, including specific requirements of the city and state of jurisdiction. B. Secure and pay for all permits relating to this Work, including governmental fees and licenses necessary for the proper execution and completion of the Work, which are applicable at the time the bids are received. C. Contractor shall be responsible to ensure that the building inspector having jurisdiction over this Project be informed of Contractor's start date for construction, that on-site visits are conducted and coordinated throughout the Project, and that the building permit is posted on-site. D. Work on, adjacent to, or over public land, streets, alleys, or other public facilities, will be approved by the proper authorities. Contractor shall make his own arrangements with such authorities regarding details, timing, materials, methods, protection, and similar items in connection with the Work, including street use, work on streets or blocking of streets. Contractor shall make such repairs, file bonds, conform to directions, and such other requirements that may be necessary. 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturers of all products used shall have source quality control capability to show conformance of products to Specification requirements prior to shipment to the buyer. 1.04 QUALITY CONTROL A. The Owner may retain the services of an independent agency for testing and construction observation. This does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities to complete the Project in accordance with the Contract Documents. Cost for construction observation and tests will be paid by the Owner except as noted below for nonconformance, or unless specified otherwise in subsequent specification sections. 1. The Architect/Engineer may request tests of any materials in addition to tests specified. The Contractor shall pay for the test if the test results show the material not in conformance with the Specifications. 2. Repeat tests required because test results show material not in conformance with the Specifications shall be paid for by the Contractor. B. Notify Architect/Engineer whenever work is to be done in sufficient time to arrange construction observation. C. Test samples of materials and completed work shall be taken in the presence of the Architect/Engineer at the Project site. 01 40 00 - 1 301464 D. Cooperate by furnishing materials required for testing, access to the work, and space for necessary storage. E. Properly repair openings made in the work required for testing and construction observation to the satisfaction of the Architect/Engineer. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used END OF SECTION 01 40 00 - 2 301464 SECTION 01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 TEMPORARY UTILITIES A. Coordinate all use with the Owner. At no time shall utilities be wasted. B. The utilities service for the building shall not be interrupted in any way by the Contractor unless agreed upon by the Owner. C. Contractor shall arrange and pay for any special electrical service required. 1.02 SANITARY FACILITIES A. Furnish and maintain adequate temporary outdoor toilet facilities of type and at a location approved by the Owner and allow same to be used by every person engaged in any way on the Project. 1.03 CONSTRUCTION FENCES A. Enclose site with 4’-0" high, orange, plastic construction fencing. In order to avoid cutting or damaging pavement, sidewalks, or waterproofing plaza membranes, use portable base posts where appropriate. B. Remove fencing and restore area to original condition before final completion. 1.04 TREE PROTECTION A. Protect trees and shrubs from damage unless specifically noted to be removed. Place protection before work is started at the site and maintain in good repair until work is completed. Trees which are to remain shall not be used for crane stays, guy anchors, or other fastenings. Do not light fires, store materials, pile debris, or park motorized equipment within the spread of the branches of any tree. Do not place excavated material against shrubs or tree trunks. B. If any tree which is to remain is severely injured or should die because of Contract operations, replace it with the same caliper and species. If a replacement is not available, reimburse the Owner in an amount equal to $300 for each inch of diameter of the lost tree, measured 48" above grade. C. Avoid wounding oak trees during April, May, and June to prevent the spread of oak wilt. Immediately treat wounds to oak tree with approved tree wound dressing. D. Provide boxing or fencing as follows and as indicated on the Drawings. 1. Install 48" high snow fence around shrubbery, and around the outer perimeter of the branch spread of trees with low hanging branches. Attach fence to fence posts spaced 6 feet on-center. Highway concrete barriers are also acceptable. 2. Notify the Owner's Representative immediately of damage to crowns or root systems. Contractor shall secure qualified arborist to remedy damage. 1.05 COVERED WALKWAYS A. Temporary Egress: Maintain temporary egress from existing occupied facilities as indicated and as required by authorities having jurisdiction. B. At locations having work, hoisting, and/or other overhead construction operations, erect protective, covered walkway for passage of individuals through or adjacent to Project site. Coordinate with entrance gates, other facilities, and obstructions. Comply with regulations of authorities having jurisdiction. 1. Construct covered walkways using scaffold or shoring framing. 01 50 00 - 1 301464 2. 3. 4. Provide overhead decking, protective enclosure walls, handrails, barricades, warning signs, exit signs, lights, safe and well-drained walkways, and similar provisions for protection and safe passage. Design to protect against potential loads. Maintain walkway for duration of the Work. 1.06 TEMPORARY ENCLOSURES A. Install temporary enclosure for security and protection of construction, in progress and completed, from exposure, foul weather, other construction operations, and similar activities. Provide temporary weathertight enclosure for building exterior. B. Where heating is needed and permanent enclosure is not complete, insulate temporary enclosure. 1.07 SPECIAL CONTROLS A. Protect existing lawns, sprinkler systems, rock borders, sidewalks (concrete and concrete pavers), and paved surfaces in areas of the Work, including access and staging areas during the entire construction period. Remove and replace damaged surfaces to match existing prior to completion of the Project, to the satisfaction of the Owner. B. Disturbing or disruptive noise that interferes with the normal building occupancy will not be permitted. Operations creating noise of this type must be scheduled in advance with the Owner. C. Any worker creating a nuisance on the premises shall be discharged by the Contractor. D. Provide necessary controls to prevent pollution of the air by odors or particulate matter. E. The location and operation of heating equipment shall be such that no hazard is created and objectionable odors do not enter the building. F. Disposal of Materials: 1. All used packaging material shall be disposed of on a daily basis or stored in suitable covered containers and disposed of periodically in a manner approved by local authorities. 2. Load removed building materials directly into trucks, or store in a debris pile at a location designated by the Owner. Contain the debris pile in a manner approved by local authorities. Promptly remove the debris pile upon completion of the Work. 3. Transport and legally dispose of materials off-site. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used END OF SECTION 01 50 00 - 2 301464 SECTION 01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 BASIC PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS A. All materials and equipment shall be of new and good quality unless specified otherwise. B. No asbestos-containing materials are to be used in this Work. C. Carefully remove existing materials that are to be salvaged for reuse or given to the Owner. Store in a manner and location to prevent damage until utilized. 1.02 PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES A. Substitutions or acceptance of products will be considered only for non-availability and only under the following conditions: 1. Contractors and subcontractors shall place orders for specified material and equipment promptly upon award of Contract and acceptance of list. No excuse or proposed substitution will be considered for materials and equipment due to unavailability unless proof is submitted that firm orders were placed immediately. 2. Reason for unavailability is beyond control of the Contractor. Unavailability will be construed to be due to prolonged strikes, lockouts, bankruptcy, discontinuance of manufacture of a product, or Acts of God. The Contractor shall take into account changes in material prices and market conditions prior to bidding. 3. Requests for substitutions shall be made in writing within 10 days after date Contractor ascertains he cannot obtain the product. 4. Requests shall be accompanied by a complete description of the product which Contractor wishes to use as a substitute, including all certifying data required. 5. Substitutions need to be acceptable to the Architect/Engineer. 1.03 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Make no deliveries to the Project until ready to install or until approved storage is provided. Where this provision is neglected, and materials are delivered to the Project site prior to the Owner's being able to receive them, such materials shall be properly stored elsewhere at the expense of the Contractor with adequate insurance coverage provided for the off-site storage. B. Deliver materials in original, unopened containers and rolls with labels intact and legible. C. Provide above-grade platform storage for materials, and supports for equipment, that will protect the materials from moisture damage and minimize damage to ground surfaces. Use tarpaulins to provide protection of stored materials. Factory wraps alone are not acceptable. D. Handle all materials in a manner which will not damage material. Store rolled goods on end. E. Store materials, and provide and operate material handling equipment in a manner to prevent damage to existing or new construction, and to prevent overloading the building structural system. F. Immediately report damage to existing construction to the Owner and Architect/Engineer. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used END OF SECTION 01 60 00 - 1 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 01 70 00 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 EXAMINATION A. Existing construction may not be as shown on the Drawings and some modification of details may be required to accomplish the intent of the Documents. The details shown and the information provided have been taken from the original drawings for the building, but are not represented, or guaranteed, by the Owner and Architect/Engineer as being accurate as to the actual as-built and present conditions. B. Verify dimensions and construction conditions at the site and perform all work to complete the Project under this Contract, regardless of variations that may be found, without additional cost to the Owner. C. All modifications or adjustments, are to be approved in advance by the Architect/Engineer. 1.02 PREPARATION A. Provide protective material and methods as required to protect existing building and adjacent surfaces, features, and property. The Contractor is responsible for damage, including from water or flying debris, resulting from Work under this Contract. B. Protect wall surfaces with tarpaulins or other suitable cover to prevent damage, staining, or discoloration that might result from operations. Windows, doorways, docks, walkways, etc. may require special protection measures. C. Protect the building interior, air intakes, Project site, and adjoining property from objectionable dust and wind-blown or falling debris. D. Take precautions to protect the building grounds from damage due to construction traffic. 1.03 EXECUTION A. Contractor shall be responsible for patching and repairing of existing materials not scheduled for replacement or alteration, which are damaged during any sequence of the removal or new work. Contractor is responsible for water damage to existing insulation and building interior that may result from damage to existing materials, and for subsequent water damage due to inadequate repair work. B. Notify the Owner if any seriously deteriorated structural member is uncovered during removal work prior to placement of new materials. Replacement of deficient structural members, not specifically designated for replacement, will be at the decision and expense of the Owner. C. Existing materials designated to remain which are damaged or defaced as a result of the Work and are unsuitable for the use intended shall be replaced at Contractor's expense to the satisfaction of the Owner. D. Where necessary to remove or alter existing construction, all construction affected shall be properly patched and filled out to match existing or new work. E. Repairs of existing construction required by the Contract, or necessary because of damage from this Work, shall use products equivalent to and compatible with existing materials, and shall be applied only to clean and dry surfaces. F. Reconnect all mechanical equipment even when the disconnection of the equipment, or any portion thereof, is inadvertent. Verify on a daily basis that all roof-mounted equipment are properly connected in areas of the Work. 01 70 00 - 1 301464 1.04 SURVEYING AND STAKING A. Contractor shall be responsible for construction staking and shall make no changes to the Drawings without the prior approval from the Engineer. 1.05 CLEANING A. Return all unaltered site conditions to conditions which existed prior to the start of Work. B. In case of undue delay or dispute, Owner may remove rubbish, materials, and equipment and charge cost to Contractor, with such action permissible by Owner 48 hours after a written notice has been transmitted to Contractor. 1.06 PROTECTION OF EXISTING PROPERTY AND INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION A. Prevent access by the public to materials, tools, or equipment. 1.07 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS A. The following closeout submittals must be submitted to the Architect/Engineer in one single envelope with the final application for payment. Items submitted separately (not included with the final application for payment) will be returned to the Contractor. 1. Close-out submittals required by the technical Specification Sections. 2. Final Punchlist: Submit the Final Punchlist with all work items marked complete. Include Change Orders and written verification that all mechanical units are properly secured and operational. 3. Certificate of Substantial Completion: Submit a Certificate of Substantial Completion, AIA Document G704 (form attached at the end of this Section). 4. Permits/Keys Returned: Submit either a letter or email stating that all permits, keys, and passes have been returned to the Owner. This may be included with Items 4 and 5. 5. Systems Training: Submit either a letter or email stating that all necessary systems demonstration training with the Owner has taken place, including the date of said training. This may be included with Items 3 and 4. 6. Manuals: Submit all operations and maintenance manuals. 7. Warranties: Submit all signed and dated final warranties. 8. Consent of Surety: Submit Consent of Surety to Final Payment (AIA G707). 9. Affidavit of Payment: Submit Contractor's Affidavit of Payment of Debts and Claims (AIA G706). 10. Affidavit of Release of Liens: Submit Contractor's Affidavit of Release of Liens (AIA G706A). 11. As-Built Drawings: Submit Contractor's as-built drawings. All as-built conditions which deviate from the originally issued Contract Documents shall be clearly marked. 12. Final Payment Application: Submit Final Application for Payment (AIA G702). 13. Provide Final Waivers of Lien from Prime Contractor, Subcontractors, and primary material suppliers. 14. Provide Certified Payroll information as required by school district. 15. Provide additional closeout and final paperwork as described in the instructions to bidders and general conditions. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION Not Used 01 70 00 - 2 301464 END OF SECTION 01 70 00 - 3 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 03 20 00 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Reinforcing steel 2. Chairs 3. Stirrups 4. Wire B. Related Sections: 1. Section 32 13 13 – Portland Cement Concrete 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Product data: Submit product data for support devices, dowel sleeves, and brick ties. B. Shop drawings: Submit shop drawings that include diagrammatic elevations of all walls and parapets showing clearly the position and erection marks of reinforcing bars and their dowels and splices. Indicate the type of chairs, bolster bars, and support to be used to support reinforcing, and size and placement of stirrups and ties. C. Samples: Submit one sample of support devices, dowels sleeves, and brick ties. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 REINFORCING STEEL A. Unrusted stock, free from mill scale and delivered without rust other than what may have occurred in prompt transportation to the job site. B. Reinforcing bars: Billet intermediate grade deformed and non-deformed bars, ASTM A615 grade 60 having a minimum yield point of 60,000 psi, bent, cut and sized as required by the Drawings. Bars shall be epoxy coated, unless noted otherwise. Use non-deformed bars in conjunction with dowel sleeves, as shown on the Drawings. C. Tie wire: No. 16 American Wire Gauge or heavier, black annealed. D. Support devices for reinforcing: 2. IHC plain chairs No. 770217 3. 5" x 5" plastic plates, No. PP55, manufactured by Meadows Steel Products and distributed by Rebarfab, Inc. (612) 633-2227 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 GENERAL A. Store reinforcement on timbers out of mud or dirt. Avoid excessive rusting or coating with grease, oil, dirt, or other materials that may reduce bond to concrete. 3.02 PLACING REINFORCING STEEL A. Accurately place reinforcement in accordance with shop drawings when shop drawings are required. Securely tie at intersections with black annealed wire. Maintain in proper position with chairs, bar supports, or other approved devices. Reinforcement shall not sag between supports. 03 20 00 - 1 301464 B. Bars shall lap 20 diameters at splices unless otherwise indicated. Stagger splices in adjoining horizontal bars at least 6 feet, wherever possible. Hook horizontal bars around corners not less than 24 diameters, with a minimum of 12 inches. C. Concrete protection of reinforcing shall be not less than the following: Exposure Minimum Concrete Cover 1. Concrete cast against and permanently exposed to 76 mm (3 in.) earth 2. Concrete exposed to earth or weather: a. #6 through #18 bars b. #5 bar, W31 or D31 wire, and smaller 51 mm (2 in.) 38 mm (1-1/2 in.) 3. Concrete not exposed to weather or in contact with ground: a. #14 and #18 bars b. #11 bar and smaller 38 mm (1-1/2 in.) 19 mm (3/4 in.) 4. Beams, columns, primary reinforcement, ties, stirrups, spirals: 38 mm (1-1/2 in.) D. Clear distance between bars shall be not less than 1-1/2 inches, 1-1/2 bar diameters, nor less than 11/2 times the maximum size of coarse aggregate. Wherever conduits, piping, inserts, sleeves, etc., interfere with the placing of reinforcing steel as shown or called for, the Contractor must consult with the Engineer and secure from him the method of procedure before pouring concrete. Bending or field cutting of bars around openings or sleeves will not be permitted. END OF SECTION 03 20 00 - 2 301464 SECTION 31 23 16 EXCAVATING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Excavating PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 UTILITIES A. Locate existing underground utilities in areas of Work through J.U.L.I.E. or by direct communication with the utilities which have facilities in the area as required by statutes. The utilities shown on the Drawings are approximate locations only. B. The Owner and Engineer do not assume responsibility for the possibility that during construction utilities other than those shown may be encountered or that actual locations may be different from those shown on the Drawings. Contractor shall be responsible for coordination. C. At the locations wherein detailed positions of these facilities become necessary to the new construction, the Contractor shall at their own expense, furnish all labor and tools to either verify and substantiate the record drawing location or definitely establish the position of the facilities. D. Provide adequate means of protection during excavation operations. Properly cap, raise, or lower to grade existing valve covers, cleanouts, manholes, drop inlets, or other utilities as shown on the drawings. E. Consult utility owner immediately for directions if uncharted, or incorrectly charted piping or other utilities are encountered during excavation. Cooperate with Owner and utility companies in keeping respective services and facilities in operation. The Contractor shall repair damaged utilities to satisfaction of utility owner at no expense to the Owner. F. Do not interrupt existing utilities serving facilities occupied and used by Owner or others, except when permitted in writing by Engineer. 3.02 USE OF EXPLOSIVES A. The use of explosives is not permitted. 3.03 EXCAVATION A. Fill sites and wood chip stock pile areas are provided within the school district for disposal of removed playground wood chips and subsoils. Contractor may choose to dispose of these materials at sites outside the school district. The Contractor would be responsible for all additional costs associated with disposal at sites outside the school district including but not limited to additional trucking, disposal fees, material testing (if required), etc. B. Remove wood chips, topsoil, sod, grass, organic materials, or other unsuitable soil from areas to receive new materials. C. Do not allow water to accumulate in excavations. Remove water to prevent softening of subgrade or foundation soils or to eliminate other changes detrimental to stability of subgrades. Provide and 31 23 16 - 1 301464 maintain surface drainage and other dewatering system components necessary to convey water away from excavations. D. For excavation for subgrade, conform to elevations and dimensions shown within a tolerance of plus or minus 0.10 feet. E. Notify Engineer at least 3 days in advance of any excavation so the Engineer can examine and evaluate the subsoil before placement of new materials. F. All work specified in this Section shall be performed by the Contractor at his own expense unless ordered by the Engineer. Additional payment will be made under separate unit price bid items for excavation below subgrade if such bid item has been established; otherwise payment will be made in accordance with a negotiated price. G. Use all means necessary to prevent operations from producing dust. The Contractor shall be responsible for damage resulting from dust originating from his operation. 3.04 EXCAVATION BELOW SUBGRADE A. Remove deposits of frost-heave material, unstable silty soils, wet and unstable soil, topsoil containing considerable amounts of humus or vegetable matter, or other undesirable foundation materials from the area within the excavation to such depths below the proposed subgrade elevations as shown on the Drawings or as directed by the Engineer. Wherever feasible, slope and drain the bottoms of such excavations so that water does not accumulate therein. B. Backfill shall be made from selected material as directed by the Engineer, including breaker run, base aggregate, and/or granular backfill. C. Payment will be made at the Contract unit price (if one is provided, otherwise a price will be negotiated in the field) for items used in backfill and for pertinent excavation items involved in excavation below subgrade. 3.05 EXCAVATION BELOW SUBGRADE NOT ORDERED, SPECIFIED OR SHOWN A. Excavation carried below the grade not ordered, specified, or shown, shall be backfilled to the required grade with the specified material and compaction. Such work shall be performed by the Contractor at his own expense. 3.06 DISPOSAL OF EXCESS EXCAVATED MATERIAL A. Contractor shall remove and dispose of excess excavated material at his own expense. B. Contractor shall 3.07 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Inspections will be performed during excavation for the following: 1. Verification of excavation cross-section 2. Acceptability of natural subgrade material END OF SECTION 31 23 16 - 2 301464 SECTION 32 05 19 GEOSYNTHETICS FOR EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Soil separation fabric 2. Silt fencing fabric 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Submit to the Engineer certification from the geotextile manufacturer that fabrics used in the Work meets the specifications. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 SOIL SEPARATION FABRIC A. Approved Manufacturers: 1. SOILTEX Geotextiles, ST205N 2. LINQ Industrial Fabrics, Inc., LINQ 180EX. 3. TYPAR Geotextiles, TYPAR 3601. 4. MIRAFI Geotextiles, MIRAFI 180N. 5. Or equal B. Highly permeable non-woven material with a random arrangement of fibers heat bonded at crossover points, or spun bonded and mechanically entangled by needle-punching or other acceptable methods. C. Fabric Physical Properties: Geotextile shall be expressed in terms of “Minimum average roll values” and should be compared directly to the corresponding specification values. The minimum average property value of any roll within a shipment or lot of geotextile rolls shall meet or exceed the values required below: Property Elongation (%) Grab Tensile (lbs) Trapezoid Tear (lbs) Puncture (lbs) UV Stability (% Strength retained) Permitivity (sec-1) AOS (US Sieve#) Seam Strength (%) Test Method ASTM D4632 ASTM D4632 ASTM D4533 ASTM D4833 ASTM D4355 150 hrs. exp. ASTM D4491 ASTM D4751 ASTM D1683 Property Value <50 300 115 115 >50 200 75 80 70 .01 30 90 70 .1 70 90 D. The fabric shall readily conform to the soil surface. 2.02 SILT FENCE FABRIC A. The geotextile fabric shall consist of either woven or non-woven polyester, polypropylene, stabilized nylon, polyethylene or polyvinylidene chloride with the following requirements: All fabric shall have the minimum strength values in the weakest principal direction. Nonwoven fabric may be needle punched, heat bonded, resin bonded or combination thereof. 32 05 19 - 1 301464 Test Grab Tensile Strength (lb) Mullen Burst Strength (psi) Equivalent Opening Size U.S. Std Sieve Water Flow Rate (gal/min/sq. ft. at 50 mm Constant head) Ultraviolet Radiation Stability (%) Method ASTM D-1682 (2) ASTM D-3786 CW-02215-77 Corp of Engineers ASTM D-4491 (3) ASTM D-4355 Value Minimum Requirements (1) Silty Soils (4) Sandy Soils (5) 100 100 200 200 50 - 140 20 - 50 10 10 90 90 1. All numerical values represent minimum average roll values (i.e., the average of test results on any roll in a lot should meet or exceed the minimum values in the table.) 2. ASTM D-1682, Grab Test, Method 16, using a 4-inch x 8-inch sample, 3-inch gauge length, clamped in a l-inch x 2-inch long grip, tested at a strain rate of 12 inch/min. Water Flow Rate in gal/min/sq. ft. shall be determined by multiplying Permittivity in sec-1 as determined by ASTM D-4491 by a version factor of 74 Silty Soil: More than 15 percent by weight passing No. 200 sieve Sandy Soil: Lless than 15 percent by weight passing No. 200 sieve 3. 4. 5. B. Each analysis shall be based on the portion of a total sample passing the No. 4 sieve. The geotextile fabric shall be insect, rodent, mildew and rot resistant. C. The silt fence shall be ultraviolet stable and have high tear resistance, and low permeability. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 SOIL SEPARATION FABRIC A. Excavate to dimensions shown on the drawings. B. The foundation surface shall be relatively smooth and free of stones, sticks, and other debris or irregularities that might puncture the fabric. C. Line excavation with fabric. Overlap splices and joints a minimum of 18 inches. Joint laps shall be shingled (both in flow direction and from top of slope to bottom) to direct water flow over the joint without undermining. D. Place the aggregate over the fabric in lifts and compact. Placement of granular material and other construction operations shall not tear, puncture, or shift the fabric. E. Wrap edge of fabric over top of aggregate. 3.02 SILT FENCE FABRIC A. Erect posts to support silt fence with post spacing maximum 8 feet on-center. B. Install fabric and firmly attach to posts. Dig a trench along the intended face line and cover the fabric, or lay the bottom 6 inches on the ground and backfill over fabric to create a good seal. END OF SECTION 32 05 19 - 2 301464 SECTION 32 11 23 AGGREGATE BASE COURSE PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Aggregate base 2. Pea gravel aggregate 3. Drainage aggregate 4. Structural fill and backfill 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Submit laboratory test reports indicating the proposed aggregate grading meets the requirements specified herein. B. Submit laboratory test results indicating the proposed aggregate base material meets the Los Angeles Abrasion requirements, and minimum percent crushed as specified herein. C. The information must be current and represent the material to be supplied to the Project site. If test information is not available from the supplier, Contractor shall make arrangements and pay for required tests. 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. In-place field density tests will be performed in accordance with ASTM D1556 or ASTM D2922. B. Testing laboratory shall submit test reports to the Engineer and Contractor within 48 hours after test has been performed. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 AGGREGATE BASE A. Crushed aggregate base course graded according to I-DOT CA-6, Class A or B, gradation as follows: Sieve Size 1-1/2 inch 1 inch 1/2 inch No. 4 No. 16 No. 200 Percent Passing by Weight 100 95 + or - 5 75 + or - 15 43 + or - 13 25 + or - 15 8 + or - 4 B. The coarse aggregate (that portion retained on the No. 4 sieve) shall have a percent of wear of not more than 40 at 500 revolutions as determined by ASTM C131. C. The base aggregate shall contain not more than 6 percent total deleterious material. D. The base aggregate shall not include reprocessed bitumen or any other foreign material mixed with native aggregate. 2.02 PEA GRAVEL AGGREGATE A. Pea gravel aggregate shall be a washed, free-draining mineral product consisting of sound, durable rock, produced from natural gravel deposits. 32 11 23 - 1 301464 B. Pea gravel aggregate shall not be produced from deteriorated concrete or from non-durable rock such as sandstone, shale, slate, disintegrated granite, or heavily weathered rock. C. Pea gravel aggregate shape shall be rounded not fractured. D. Pea gravel aggregate grading shall be similar to the following: Sieve Size Percent Passing 3/8 inch 100 No. 4 60 - 80 No. 8 5 - 15 No. 16 0 - 10 No. 100 0-1 E. Pea gravel aggregate shall not include reprocessed bitumen/asphalt, crushed concrete, or any other foreign material mixed with native aggregate. F. Provide sample of aggregate for engineer’s approval. Acceptability will be based primarily on the engineer’s visual inspection and, if necessary, independent material testing laboratory testing. 2.03 DRAINAGE AGGREGATE A. Graded crushed stone “chips”, free from organic matter, meeting the following gradation. I-DOT CA-7 may be used with the exception of the percent passing the No. 200 sieve is limited to 4 percent maximum. Percent Passing, by Weight Sieve Size 1-1/2 inch 1 inch 1/2 inch No. 4 No. 200 B. Graded Crushed Stone Chips 100 90 – 100 30 – 60 0 - 10 0-4 Crushed stone shall not include crushed concrete, reprocessed bitumen, or any other foreign material mixed with native aggregate. 2.04 STRUCTURAL FILL AND BACKFILL A. Processed clean, fine earth, rock, or sand, free from grass, roots, brush, or other vegetation. B. ASTM D2487, classification GW, GP, GM, GC, SW, SP, SM, or SC with the largest gravel less than 3 inches in diameter. Soils possessing characteristics of two groups of these classifications are designated by combinations of group symbols and are also suitable provided they are compactible and capable of reaching the minimum required density. 2.05 UNSUITABLE MATERIALS A. Unsuitable soils include soils classified under ASTM D2487, which fall in the classification of PT, OH, CH, MH, OL, CL, or ML. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PLACEMENT A. Deposit and spread in uniform 8 inch maximum thickness layers (after compaction) without segregation of size. 32 11 23 - 2 301464 B. Compact each layer until there is no further evidence of consolidation using a sheeps foot roller, pneumatic tired roller, or vibratory steel roller as approved by the Engineer. C. Mechanically compact each layer of material to the specified percentage of maximum dry density. Use equipment that is consistently capable of achieving the required degree of compaction. Compact each layer over its entire area while the material is at the required moisture content. D. Apply water to the base material if moisture content is below optimum during the mixing, spreading, and compacting operations, when and in the amounts directed by the Engineer, as considered necessary for proper compaction. E. Flooding, ponding, or jetting shall not be used for compaction. F. Compact each layer of material to at least 95% of maximum dry density as determined in accordance with ASTM D1557, the Modified Proctor Method. 3.02 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Quality Control Testing During Construction: Owner's independent laboratory shall test base course materials (CA-6 base aggregate) as construction work is performed. 1. The Owner shall arrange for the laboratory to perform field density tests in accordance with ASTM D1556 (sand cone method) or ASTM D2922 (nuclear densimeter method). 2. Laboratory shall make at least one random field density test of new materials for every 200 square yards of area for each 8 inch depth of material, but in no case less than one test per 12 inch depth. B. Provide additional density testing if test results are below the specified density until passing test results are achieved at Contractor's expense. C. Inspections will be performed during excavation for the following: 1. Acceptability of natural subgrade material 2. Approval of fill soil, including thickness and compaction of fill layers END OF SECTION 32 11 23 - 3 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 32 12 19 ASPHALT PAVEMENT PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Plant mix asphalt pavement 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Submit a job mix formula to the Engineer at least 7 days in advance of plant mix paving indicating conformance with specifications. 1. It shall be prepared by the Illinois Department of Transportation or a commercial laboratory and signed by a registered Professional Engineer verifying that the job mix and the mix aggregates meet the specifications contained herein. 2. The submittal shall indicate the brand and percentage of additives or mineral filler, the optimum asphalt cement content, the measured maximum specific gravity (ASTM D2041) at optimum asphalt cement, and the density of the mixture compacted in accordance with ASTM D1559 at optimum asphalt cement content. Do not place material until job mix formula is approved by the Engineer. 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Quality assurance personnel shall remain at the Project site on an intermittent basis during plant mix asphalt pavement placement. B. Compaction shall be obtained by the maximum density method. 1.04 WARRANTY A. Provide a warranty for paving work against failure or defects for a period of one year after final Project acceptance by the Owner. Repair or replace, to the satisfaction of the Owner, failed or defective work which occurs during the warranty period at no cost to the Owner. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 AGGREGATE GRADATION MASTER RANGE FOR PLANT-MIXED ASPHALT PAVEMENT A. Aggregates, including mineral filler when required, shall conform to the following requirements. Gradation values listed are the extreme limits for design purposes. Production testing tolerances may allow mixture production values that exceed the aggregate master range. 32 12 19 - 1 301464 Gradation, Percent Passing B. Sieve Size IL-19.0 IL-9.5 37.5 mm – 1-1/2” --- --- 25 mm – 1” 100 --- 19 mm – ¾” 82 - 100 --- 12.5 mm - 1/2” 50 - 85 100 9.5 mm – 3/8” --- 90 - 100 4.75 mm - No. 4 24 - 50 28 - 65 2.36 mm - No. 8 20 - 36 28 - 48 1.18 mm - No. 16 10 - 25 10 - 32 300 um - No. 50 4 - 12 4 – 15 150 um - No. 100 3–9 3 - 10 75 um - No. 200 3-6 4-6 Aggregates shall meet all requirements of Illinois Department of Transportation. 2.02 RECLAIMED ASPHALTIC PAVEMENT (RAP) AND RECYCLED ASPHALT SHINGLES (RAS) A. Contractor may elect to use RAP/FRAP in upper (surface) layers and lower (binder) layers. The RAP/FRAP shall meet all Illinois Department of Transportation specifications. Maximum RAP/FRAP percentage of the aggregate blend shall be 30 percent. B. The total maximum binder replacement utilizing RAP/FRAP shall be 30 percent maximum. C. Mix shall not contain recycled asphalt shingles (RAS). No RAS allowed in the mix. 2.03 ASPHALT CEMENT A. Asphalt cements for plant mix paving shall be PG 58-28 performance graded binder. The percentage of asphalt cement shall conform to the job mix formula, plus or minus 0.3 percent. 2.04 ASPHALT-AGGREGATE MIXTURE (JOB MIX FORMULA) A. The mixture shall be composed of stockpiled aggregate and asphalt cement to be used on this Project. B. Asphaltic Concrete Pavement, Illinois Department of Transportation (I-DOT) Superpave N-50 1. The total maximum binder replacement utilizing RAP /FRAP shall be 30 percent maximum. 2. No RAS allowed in the mix. 3. PG 58-28 asphalt cement 4. Lower layers (binder courses): IL – 19.0 gradation 32 12 19 - 2 301464 5. 6. Upper layer (surface course): IL – 9.5 gradation Mixtures made in the design laboratory with aggregates and asphalt cement proposed for the Work shall have the following properties. IL – 19.0 IL – 9.5 Air voids, percent 4.0 4.0 V.M.A., min. percent 13.0 15.0 1.0 1.0 Percent passing No. 200 sieve/asphalt cement ratio C. The job mix formula shall be approved by the Engineer prior to placement. 2.05 TACK COAT A. Tack coat to be used where plant mix pavement will be in contact with previously constructed asphalt or Portland cement concrete shall be CSS-1H or CRS-2 Cationic Emulsified Asphalt, diluted 50/50 with clean water. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 SURFACE PREPARATION A. Do not begin paving until deficient areas have been corrected and are ready to receive paving. B. Pavement surfaces must be dry and completely free of dust, dirt, debris, and all loose materials and vegetation. C. Apply tack coat to vertical surface of previously constructed asphalt or Portland cement concrete which will be in contact with plant mix pavement. Distribute emulsion diluted 50/50 with clean water at a rate of 0.20 gallon per square yard of surface. D. Prior to overlay without paving fabric, distribute a tack coat emulsion diluted 50/50 with clean water at a rate of 0.15 gallon per square yard of surface. E. When a successive lift of plant mix asphalt pavement is to be placed, the existing surface shall receive a tack coat if application of a previous layer is dirty or over 48 hours old. 3.02 PLANT MIX A. Compositions of the Mix: Aggregate grading shall conform to the specification limits. Asphalt cement content shall be within 0.3 percent of the job mix formula optimum asphalt content. B. Hauling: Trucks for hauling asphalt pavement mixtures shall have tight, clean, and smooth beds that have been sprayed with a minimum amount of approved anti-adhesive agent to prevent mixture adherence to the beds. Provide each truck with a cover of suitable material and size to protect the mixture from weather. 3.03 MIXTURE TEMPERATURE CONTROL A. Minimum laydown temperature in all courses (as measured behind the paver or spreading machine) of the mixture shall be in accordance with temperature requirements specified herein: Compacted Lift Thickness 32 12 19 - 3 301464 Air Temp. F 1 inch 32 - 40 B. 1-1/2 inch 2 inch 3 inch or more 265 255 250 41 - 50 270 260 250 245 51 - 60 260 255 245 240 61 - 70 250 245 240 235 71 - 80 245 240 235 235 81 - 90 235 230 230 230 91 - 230 230 230 225 Plant mix asphalt pavement mixture shall not exceed 310F or the load will be rejected at Contractor's expense. 3.04 PLACING MIX A. General: Place plant mix paving on prepared surface, spread, and strike-off. Place inaccessible and small areas by hand. Place each course to required grade, cross-section, and compacted thickness. The in-place compacted thickness shall be plus or minus 1/4 inch of the planned thickness. Any area which is constructed to less than the required minimum thickness may be removed and replaced by the Contractor at the discretion of the Engineer. B. Equipment: All equipment furnished by the Contractor shall be well maintained and in a sound mechanical condition capable of performing the work. C. Paver Placing: The mixture shall be delivered to, and spread by, the plant mix asphalt pavement paver. The mixture shall be laid in strips to minimize the number of longitudinal joints required. D. Paver: 1. Self-contained, power-propelled unit provided with adjustable activated screed or strikeoff assembly, heated, and capable of spreading and finishing courses of asphalt pavement plant mix material in laid width applicable to the specified typical section and thickness shown on the Drawings. 2. Equip paver with a control system capable of automatically maintaining elevation as specified. The control system shall be automatically actuated from either a reference line or surface through which a system of mechanical sensors will maintain the paver screed at a predetermined slope at the proper elevation to obtain required surface. When directed, the transfer slope control system shall be made inoperative and the screed shall be controlled by sensor directed automatic mechanisms which will independently control the screed elevation from the reference line or surface. E. Joints: Make joints between old and new pavements, or between successive days work, to ensure continuous bond between adjoining work. Construction joints shall be vertical and have the same texture, density, and smoothness as other sections of asphalt pavement. Contact surfaces shall be clean and a tack coat applied. 3.05 COMPACTION/ROLLING A. Compact the plant mix asphalt pavement mixture as quickly as possible after placement. Breakdown rolling shall immediately follow the paver. Intermediate rolling shall follow 32 12 19 - 4 301464 behind breakdown rolling. Compaction of the pavement shall continue until in-place air voids are within the specified range. Finish rolling shall be performed at as high a temperature as practicable and shall eliminate marks from previous rolling. All rolling must be completed before the mixture cools below 180F. B. Rollers: A minimum of two rollers shall be on-site prior to paving startup and continuously during the paving operation. 1. Steel-wheeled: Self-propelled and capable of reversing without backlash, weighing not less than 8 tons, and exerting a pressure on the rear drum of not less than 250 pounds per linear inch. When vibratory rollers are used, they shall operate at frequency of 8 to 10 impacts per foot. 2. Pneumatic-tired: Self-propelled with a minimum of 7 tires and exerting a pressure of not less than 200 pounds per square inch of rolling width. 3. Trench: Self-propelled, exerting a pressure of not less than 250 pounds per linear inch of rear roll. C. Rolling: 1. Unless otherwise directed, begin rolling at the side and proceed longitudinally parallel to the paving lane center line, overlapping each trip half the roller width, and gradually progressing to the crown of the parking lot or roadway. 2. When pavement abuts a previous placed lane, roll the longitudinal joint first followed by regular rolling procedures. 3. On sloped sections, begin rolling at the low side and progress to the high side, by overlapping of longitudinal trips parallel to the paving lanes center line. 4. Along forms, curbs, headers, walls, and other places not accessible to rollers, thoroughly compact the mixture with hot hand tampers or with mechanical tampers. 5. Roll so no roller marks, ridges, porous spots, or impressions are visible and the resulting surface has the required grade and contour. D. Compaction shall be obtained by the Maximum Density Method. Compact to density not less than the percentage shown in the table below. Uniformly compact each course until there is no further evidence of consolidation and all roller marks are eliminated. Location Layer Percent of Target Maximum Density N-50 mixes Traffic lanes Lower 93.0 (1) Upper 93.0 (1) Minimum may be reduced by 2% for the first lift of lower layer constructed on crushed aggregate or recycled base courses E. Patching: Remove and replace paving areas mixed with foreign materials and defective areas as directed by Engineer. Cut-out and fill with fresh, hot plant mix asphalt pavement mixture. Compact by rolling to the air voids and smoothness specified. Removal and replacement of contaminated mix shall be done at no cost to the Owner. F. Surface Smoothness: The surface of the pavement when finished shall be of uniform texture, smooth, true to crown and grade, and free from defects to the satisfaction of the Engineer. 32 12 19 - 5 301464 When tested with a 10-foot straight edge in any direction, the maximum deviation of the surface shall not exceed 1/8 inch. G. Protection: Erect barricades to prohibit equipment and vehicular traffic on pavement. Protect new asphalt pavement from damage if equipment and vehicular traffic need to cross the pavement. Asphalt pavement shall be clean without oil spills, dust, dirt, hydraulic fluid, debris, when turned over to the synthetic track surfacing contractor. 3.06 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Quality Control Testing During Construction: Owner’s independent laboratory shall test the plant mix pavement construction work for compliance with the following Project requirements while the work is performed. Asphalt cement content by weight Mix design optimum 0.30% Aggregate gradation As specified Asphalt pavement density As specified B. Owner’s laboratory shall take one sample per day per mix design for gradation and asphalt cement content testing. Engineer may waive gradation and asphalt cement content test at his discretion if site conditions warrant. C. Owner’s laboratory shall take at least one random field density test of new asphalt pavement for every 200 square yards. D. Testing the plant mix pavement construction for compliance with the following Project requirements will be provided by the Owner. Thickness, In. As specified, 1/4 inch Surface Smoothness 1/8" in 10 feet measured in any direction END OF SECTION 32 12 19 - 6 301464 SECTION 32 13 13 PORTLAND CEMENT CONCRETE PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Portland cement concrete 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Submit, at least 7 days in advance of placement, a Portland cement concrete mix design meeting the requirements of Illinois Department of Transportation specifications. The mix design shall show the source and type of aggregate and cement; scale weight of each aggregate, cement, and water; and volume and type of admixtures per cubic yard of concrete. B. Coarse and fine aggregate reports indicating the source, grading, specific gravity, absorption, and fineness modulus shall be submitted along with the concrete mix design at least 7 days prior to placement. 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Quality assurance personnel shall perform a complete set of tests each day concrete is placed. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 AGGREGATE A. Fine Aggregate: Natural washed sand or manufactured sand, consisting of particles of sound and durable rock. 1. Meeting quality requirements listed below: Quality Test Class A, Max % Sodium Sulfate Soundness, 5-cycle max % loss 10 Minus No. 200 Sieve Material 3 Organic Impurities Check Yes * Deleterious Materials ** Shale 3.0 Clay lumps 1.0 Coal, lignite, and shells 1.0 Conglomerate 3.0 Other deleterious 3.0 Total deleterious 3.0 32 13 13 - 1 301464 * Applies only to sand. Sand exceeding colorimetric test standard 11 (AASHTOT21) will be checked for mortar making properties according to AASHTO T21 revised by IDOT, and shall develop a compressive strength at the age of 14 days when using Type I or II cement of not less than 95% of the comparable standard ** Applies only to sand 2. Gradation for Portland cement concrete shall meet either one of the following: Sieve Size B. Percent Passing By Weight FA1 FA2 3/8 inch 100 100 No. 4 97 ± 3 97 ± 3 No. 16 65 ± 20 65 ± 20 No. 50 16 ± 13 20 ± 10 No. 100 5±5 5±5 Coarse Aggregate: Crushed gravel, stone, concrete, slag, or sandstone 1. Meeting quality requirements listed below: Quality Test Class A, Max % Sodium Sulfate Soundness, 5-cycle max % loss 15+ Los Angeles Abrasion 45 Minus No. 200 Sieve Material 1.0* Deleterious Materials ** Shale 1.0 Clay lumps 0.25 Coal, lignite, and shells 0.25 Soft and Unsound Frag 4.0 Other deleterious 4.0** Total deleterious 5.0 + Does not apply to crushed concrete 32 13 13 - 2 301464 * For crushed aggregate, if the material finer than the No. 200 sieve consists of the dust from fracture, essentially free from clay or silt, this percentage may be increased to 2.5 ** Includes deleterious chert. In gravel and crushed gravel aggregate, deleterious chert shall be the lightweight fraction separated in a 2.35 heavy media separation. In crushed stone aggregate, deleterious chert shall be the lightweight fraction separated in a 2.55 heavy media separation. 2. Gradation for Portland cement concrete shall meet the following gradation: Sieve Size Percent Passing By Weight CA11 3. 1-1/2 inch --- 1 inch 100 3/4 inch 92 ± 8 1/2 inch 45 ± 15 3/8 inch --- No. 4 6±6 No. 16 3±3 Two different specified sizes of crushed stone and gravel from one source or any two sources may be combined in any consistent ratio in a mix, but the use of alternate batches of crushed stone, gravel, or crushed gravel of any one size or combination of sizes will not be permitted. Coarse aggregate of any one size from different sources shall not be mixed without permission from the Engineer. Crushed slag shall not be combined or mixed with gravel, crushed gravel, or crushed stone aggregates. 2.02 PORTLAND CEMENT A. ASTM C150, for Type I, II, or III. 2.03 WATER A. Clean, clear, free from sugar, and shall not contain acid, alkali, salts, or organic matter in excess of the following amounts when tested in accordance with AASHTO T26. 1. Acidity: 0.1 normal NaOH 2 ml max.* 2. Alkalinity: 0.1 Normal HCI 10 ml max * * To neutralize 200 ml sample 3. Total solids, % max: a. Organic: 0.02 32 13 13 - 3 301464 b. c. d. B. Inorganic: 0.30 Sulphuric anhydride: 0.04 Alkali chloride as sodium chloride: 0.10 Water approved by Illinois Department of Public Health for drinking or ordinary household use may be accepted without being tested. All other sources must be approved by the Engineer. 2.04 AIR-ENTRAINING ADMIXTURE A. ASTM C260. Use sufficient air-entraining agent to provide a total air content of 5 to 8 percent, add to the batch in a portion of the mixing water. Batch by means of a mechanical batcher capable of accurate measurement. 2.05 ADMIXTURES A. Admixtures will be required at the Engineer's discretion or, if not required, may be added at the Contractor's option to control the set, effect water reduction, and increase workability. In either case, the addition of an admixture shall be at the Contractor's expense. The use of an admixture shall be subject to acceptance by the Engineer. Concrete containing an admixture shall be first placed at a location determined by the Engineer. If the use of an admixture is producing an inferior end result, the Contractor shall discontinue use of the admixture. Admixtures specified herein shall conform to the requirements of ASTM C494. The required quantity of cement shall be used in the mix regardless of whether or not an admixture is used. 2.06 PREFORMED JOINT FILLERS A. Bituminous joint filler, fiber joint filler, bituminous inorganic fiber joint filler, cork joint filler, self-expanding cork joint filler, and flexible foam expansion joint filler. 2.07 CURING MATERIAL A. Type II clear translucent membrane containing a fugitive dye. It shall not contain oils, waxes, or other materials which would tend to prevent bonding of bituminous concrete surfaces. 2.08 CONCRETE MIX DESIGN A. The mix design shall be composed of Portland cement, coarse and fine aggregate, water, and an air-entraining admixture, and shall be proportioned to meet the IDOT specifications. B. Design mix shall be normal weight air entrained concrete meeting the following criteria: Ingredient Range of Acceptable Value Portland Cement Concrete Class SI Cement weight (min.) 565 lbs Water/cement ratio lb/lb 0.32 – 0.46 Minimum 14-Day Compressive Strength 3,500 psi Entrained Air Content 5.0% to 8.0 % Slump 2 to 4 inches 32 13 13 - 4 301464 C. An IDOT mix design substituting fly-ash for a portion of the cement content is acceptable provided the mix design meets all other requirements for strength, air content, and slump listed above. 2.09 READY-MIXED CONCRETE A. Deliver to the site and completely discharge within one hour after the addition of the cement to the aggregates or before the drum has been revolved 250 revolutions, whichever is first. In hot weather, or under conditions contributing to quick stiffening of the concrete, or when the temperature of the concrete is 85F or above, the time between the introduction of the cement to the aggregates and discharge shall not exceed 45 minutes. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PREPARATION OF SURFACES A. Prior to placing concrete, thoroughly wet surfaces by sprinkling. Keep surfaces moist by frequent sprinkling up to the time of concrete placement. The surface shall be free from standing water, mud, and debris at the time of concrete placement. B. Forms: 1. Forms shall be of wood, metal, or other suitable material and shall extend for the full depth of the concrete. Forms shall be straight, free from warp, and of sufficient strength to resist the pressure of the concrete without displacement. Bracing and staking of forms shall be such that the forms remain in both horizontal and vertical alignment until their removal. Clean and coat forms with an approved form release agent before concrete placement. 2. Mark off joints and provide with expansion joints approximately 20 feet on-center, or extend entirely through the curb. 3.02 PLACING CONCRETE A. The proportioning, mixing, and placing of the concrete shall be in accordance with the requirements for the concrete specified herein. Deposit concrete in one course to prevent segregation. B. Consolidate placed concrete by mechanical vibrating equipment supplemented by handspading, rodding, or tamping. Use equipment and procedures for consolidation of concrete in accordance with ACI recommended practices. C. Finish surface with a wooden float and light brooming. No plastering of the surface will be permitted. D. Outside edges of the slab and all joints shall be edged with a 1/4 inch radius edging tool. 3.03 CURING A. Cure concrete by a resin base membrane curing compound complying with ASTM C309. The clear compound shall be transparent and free from permanent color to result in no change in color from the natural concrete. Apply curing compound at a rate of coverage not less than 150 square feet per gallon. The compound shall contain a fugitive color dye to render the film distinctly visible on the concrete for a period of at least four hours after application. B. Prohibit traffic, both pedestrian and vehicular, from freshly placed concrete for a period of not less than 72 hours. Vehicular traffic shall be excluded for such additional time as the Engineer may direct. 3.04 JOINTS A. Construction Joint: 32 13 13 - 5 301464 1. 2. Place deformed steel tie bars perpendicular to the joint, rigidly secure by chairs or other approved supports to prevent displacement. Tie bars may be bent at right angles against the form and straightened into final position before the concrete of the adjacent lane is placed, or in lieu of bent tie bars, approved two-piece connectors may be used. Saw cut joint to approved depth, width, and line. Sawing may commence as soon as the concrete has hardened sufficiently to permit sawing without excessive ravelling. B. Contraction/Control Joints in Trench Drain Concrete: 1. Create by tooling contraction control joints at 6’-0” on center. C. Contraction Joint: 1. Create by tooling or sawing grooves in the surface of the pavement as indicated. Thoroughly clean sawcut and adjacent surfaces. 2. Sawing may commence as soon as the concrete has hardened sufficiently to permit sawing without excessive ravelling. Joints must be sawed full depth prior to uncontrolled shrinkage occurring. If necessary, sawing operations shall be carried on both during the day and night, regardless of weather conditions. 3. Curing covering shall onlty be removed from pavement at locations where a joint is to be cut. Replace covering as soon as joint is cut. In no case shall the top surface and edges of the pavement be left unprotected for a period of more than 1/2 hour. 4. Water may be sprayed on the saw blade during cutting. Water may also be used, if necessary to thoroughly clean the joints. All extraneous material, including free water, shall be removed from the joint by means of an air jet. 3.05 DISPOSAL OF EXCESS AND WASTE MATERIALS A. Contractor shall remove and dispose of excess materials at its own expense. 3.06 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Sampling and testing for quality control during placement of concrete will be provided by the Owner’s independent laboratory as follows: 1. Slump: ASTM C143; one test for each set of compressive strength test specimens. 2. Entrained Air: ASTM C231; one test for each set of compressive strength specimens. 3. Casting and Curing Concrete Test Specimens: ASTM C31; cast one set of four 6" x 12" standard test cylinders for each 100 cubic yards or fraction thereof, of concrete placed in any one day or for each 5,000 square feet of surface area placed. 4. Compression Strength Tests Specimen: ASTM C39; per set of four standard cylinders, test one specimen at 3 days, one specimen at 7 days, one specimen at 28 days, and one specimen held in reserve for later testing, if required. 5. When total quantity of a given class of concrete is less than 50 cubic yards, strength test may be waived by the Engineer if, in his judgment, adequate evidence of satisfactory strength is provided. B. Test results will be reported in writing to the Engineer and Contractor on the same day that tests are made. Reports of compressive strength tests shall contain the project identification name and number, date of concrete placement, name of concrete testing service, concrete type and class, location of concrete batch in structure, design compressive strength at 28 days, concrete mix proportion and materials, compressive breaking strength, and type of break for 3-day, 7-day and 28-day tests. C. Additional Tests: The testing service will make additional tests of in-place concrete when test results indicate specified concrete strengths and other characteristics have not been attained in the structure, as directed by the Engineer. Testing service may conduct tests to determine 32 13 13 - 6 301464 adequacy of concrete by cored cylinders complying with ASTM C42, or by other methods as directed. Contractor shall pay for such tests conducted, and any other additional testing as may be required when unacceptable concrete is verified. END OF SECTION 32 13 13 - 7 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 32 17 23 PAVEMENT MARKINGS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Playground striping 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Furnish Engineer with manufacturer's certification indicating the paint used meets the requirements specified herein. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 PAINT A. New Pavement Areas: Lead-free chlorinated polyolefin or polyolefin-modified alkyd meeting Federal Specification TTP-115 Type E or alkyd meeting Federal Specification TTP-85E. Color shall be as follows: 1. Yellow for marking playground games unless otherwise noted on the striping plan 2. Additional colors for playground games as noted on striping plan 3. Yellow for marking centerlines, curbs, no parking areas, and parking stalls 4. White for directional arrows, lane dividers, and handicap insignia. a. The handicap insignia shall be placed as close to the drive as possible. B. Restriping Areas: Lead-free chlorinated polyolefin or polyolefin-modified alkyd meeting Federal Specification TTP-115 Type E or alkyd meeting Federal Specification TTP-85E. Color shall be as follows: 1. Match existing color pattern and layout C. Administrative rules and regulations of the Department of Natural Resources relating to volatile organic compound (VOC) limits shall be complied with in the selection of the marking material. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 APPLICATION A. Allow asphalt surface to cure before painting. Sweep and clean surface to eliminate loose material and dust. B. Apply paint with mechanical equipment to produce uniform, straight edges. Apply in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Paint shall be applied at a proper rate to produce a wet film thickness of 15 mils. C. Protect the newly painted areas from traffic until the paint has thoroughly dried. D. Parking lot and roadway lines shall be 4" wide. E. Playground lines shall be 2" wide. END OF SECTION 32 17 23 - 1 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 32 28 80 PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AND STRUCTURES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. Furnish labor, material and equipment necessary for the provision and installation of the playground equipment, structure or modular unit as shown on the drawings and specified herein. B. Work shall include but not limited to the following: excavation, layout, and the provision and installation of playground equipment, structure or modular unit in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions, including all appurtenances and accessories as required for a full and complete installation. C. Rubber mat installation at each swing seat location, each slide exit location, and sliding pole. 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: The Contractor shall submit within 14 calendar days after receipt of Notice to Proceed 1 complete sets of the material and equipment submittals, including: 1. Play equipment manufacturer and manufacturer’s representative’s name(s) and address(es). 2. Plan view drawings with model numbers, descriptive labels (including component names,) deck heights, and notations of compliance with CPSC, ASTM F1487 and ADA. 3. Detailed component list with model numbers and catalog descriptions. 4. Color chart. 5. Written material specifications for all components. 6. IPEMA certification certificate from the IPEMA website. 7. Copy of manufacturer’s warranty in certificate format. 8. Copy of manufacturer’s ISO 9001 Certification. B. Approval of the submittals shall be the Contractor’s authorization to order the required material and equipment. There will be no deviation from the approved submittals without the written authorization of the Owner’s representative. 1.03 PLAYGROUND SAFETY STANDARDS AND QUALITY ASSURANCE A. All playground equipment shall be certified by the International Play Equipment Manufacturers Association (IPEMA). All designs shall meet or exceed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) "2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design". All manufacturers must be ISO 9001 certified. B. Installer: Company specializing in installing commercial quality playground equipment with minimum three years’ experience installing play structures similar to those specified herein. 1.04 REFERENCES AND STANDARDS A. ASTM: American Society for Testing and Materials B. CPSC: Consumer Product Safety Commission 1. Handbook for Public Playground Safety Publication 325 – latest revision 2. Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA 2008) C. IPEMA: International Playground Equipment Manufacturers Association D. ADA: Americans with Disabilities Act E. ISO: International Organization for Standardization 32 28 80 - 1 301464 F. CPSI: Certified Playground Safety Inspector 1.05 WARRANTY/GUARANTEE A. The equipment manufacturer shall warrant material and workmanship against defects, from the date of manufacturer’s invoice, for the period of time as follows: 1. Limited Warranty for as long as you own the product against structural failure due to corrosion or defects in materials and workmanship on aluminum deck posts, steel deck posts, clamping/fastening, and associated fastening hardware. 2. Limited fifteen (15) year warranty against structural failure due to corrosion or defects in materials and workmanship on steel support legs and components and on playsystem steel components including railings, rungs, and rigid climbers. 3. Limited one (1) year warranty structural failure caused by defective materials or defective workmanship on Slashproof Seats and 360 degree Bucket Tot Seats for Swings. 4. Limited one (1) year warranty against structural failure due to defects in materials and workmanship for all products and components that are not specifically listed above, including, without limitation, all moving parts such as swing hangers, swivels, chains, whirls, trolleys and flexible climbers. 5. Repaired or replacement part(s) are only warranted for the balance of the original limited warranty. 6. These limited warranties do not include fading of colors, damage due to excessive wear and tear, vandalism, or negligence. These warranties are valid only if products are installed according to manufacturer’s installation instructions. B. The Contractor shall guarantee installation workmanship for a period of one year from the date of Substantial Completion of the Project. The Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating manufacturer material warranty items with the manufacturer/distributor and for the installation of replacement material(s) at no additional cost to the Owner. C. Provide copy of Contractor’s installation warranty on company letterhead. PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01 PLAY STRUCTURE SYSTEMS A. The layouts shown in the plan views attached to the end of this section are based upon equipment and measurements from Miracle Recreation Equipment Company. 1. Acceptable manufacturers include: a. Miracle Recreation Equipment Company 1-888-458-2752 b. NuToys Leisure Products, 1-800-526-6197 c. Or equal. Other products may be considered equal if all of the parameters, specifications and design intent of the drawings are met. B. Design and Fabrication: Playground equipment, structure or modular unit submitted for consideration shall be equivalent in design, layout, deck size, post size, clamping/fastening system, deck/slide/climber height, ADA accessibility, appearance, color and construction detail to playground equipment specified in the drawings. Reasonable variations in size/height (no more than +/- 10%) and manufacturer’s standard colors may be allowed at the Owner’s discretion. Color schemes are to match as closely as possible to the originally specified colors. Play value and safety features of components must be equal or superior to specified design as judged by the Owner or Owner’s representative. 32 28 80 - 2 301464 C. Modification: Any expense of modification, adjustment or revision required to ensure compliance of furnished equipment to specified equipment and playground design shall be the sole expense and responsibility of the Contractor. 2.02 EQUIPMENT A. See drawings attached at end of this specification section for type, style, configuration, size and height of playground equipment, structure or modular unit to be provided. 2.03 COLOR SCHEDULES A. Colors to be selected by Owner from contractor’s standard list of colors. 2.04 SPECIFICATIONS/COMPONENTS A. Designs and specifications are based upon equipment from Miracle Recreation Equipment Company. Equals will be considered against this standard of quality and design and will be determined at the Owner’s discretion. 1. Component List – Leggee Elementary School – six seat swing set intended for use by children 5 to 12 years of age: Qty 6 1 2. Model No. 2840 7148526 Description SWG PART SLASH PROOF SEAT W/CHAIN (8’ TR) 5” OD ARCH SWG FRAME ONLY 6 SEAT REQ MC Component List – Chesak Elementary School – play structure and associated components intended for use by children 2 to 5 years of age: Qty 1 1 1 2 3 4 1 1 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 Model No. 7145019 7145029 71453649 71454933 71454943 7145553 7145733 7145743 714620 7146242 71462841 714634SR 7147132B 71471513HB 7147234W9 7147284 71474849 7147631 714787 Description TRIANGLE DECK (ATTACHES TO 3 POSTS) SQUARE DECK (ATTACHES TO 4 POSTS) CST 4' HEXAGON DECK FOR ROOF 5" OD X 112" POST (3' DECK) 5" OD X 124" POST (4' DECK) 5" OD X 76" FOR FENCING & PANELS 5" OD X 168" POST FOR ROOF (3'6"-5' DECK) 5" OD X 186" POST FOR ROOF (5'6"-6'6" DECK) BIG TIMBER POST TOPPER GRIZZ-LEE BEAR CLIMBER BTWN DECKS W/2' RISE BIG TIMBER BONGO STUMP W/HND SUPPORTS (4' DK) BIG TIMBER BEAR PAW W/ROCK CLIMBER RH (4' DK) PUPPET STAGE PANEL (BELOW DECK ONLY) CALYPSO 2 DRUM 1/2 PANEL (BELOW DECK) WIDE 4' BURMA BRIDGE BUMP & GLIDE SLIDE, ONE PIECE (4' DECK) 6'2" TYPHOON II SLIDE 360 DEG (4' DECK) CRITTER PUZZLE PANEL TOT ROCK CLIMBER (3' DECK) 32 28 80 - 3 301464 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 4 714796 P1 7148172B 71485149 714910 714913 714961P1 7149666 7149754B 304J 8181 714872H10 7145553 BELL (POST MOUNT) BENCH PANEL (BELOW DECK) SQUARE TRANSFER POINT W/CLOSED HR (4' DECK) 4' SKI SLIDE (2' DECK) BALANCE BEAM DELIGHT-O-SCOPE TELESCOPE (POST MOUNT) BIG TIMBER HEX LEAF ROOF XYLOPHONE PANEL (BELOW DECK) TENSPIN BOULDER CLIMBING TUNNEL FREESTANDING 30" ID 10' HIP CRAWL TUBE 5" OD X 76" FOR FENCING & PANELS 2.05 RUBBER MATS A. Rubber mats for each swing seat location, each slide exit location, and sliding pole. B. Rubber mats shall be 6’-0” x 8’-0” x 1.5” thick. Rubber mats shall have 2” beveled edges. Rubber shall be specifically designed for exterior playground use. 1. FibarMats by Fibar Systems 1-800-342-2721 2. Or equal: PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION OF PLAYSTRUCTURES AND EQUIPMENT A. Instructions: Explicit, printed installation instructions, written in English, shall be provided by the manufacturer, which shall include detailed, scaled plan views, elevations, and footing drawings and details when applicable, as well as sequential assembly instructions to assure proper installation of the playground equipment, structure or modular unit. B. Equipment must be installed by a manufacturer-certified installer and must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Installation crew leader must be CPSIcertified. If not installed by a manufacturer-certified installer, the equipment shall be inspected after installation by a CPSI not employed by the installer and signed off by said CPSI before the playground is opened for first use. C. Affix manufacturer’s warning labels at visible locations as recommended by manufacturer. D. Close out: Contractor shall provide the Owner with one copy of complete manufacturer’s installation instructions and maintenance kit if provided. E. Clean-up: The site shall be kept clean and free of tools, trash, debris and installation materials on a daily basis. Material may be stored on site during installation with appropriate protective measures and approval by the Owner’s representative. 3.02 INSTALLATION OF RUBBER MATS A. Install rubber mats as shown on the drawing sheets and detail sheets B. Install rubber mats for each swing seat location, each slide exit location, and sliding pole. 32 28 80 - 4 301464 C. Mats shall be installed at bottom of wood chips with full depth of new wood chips over the top of the mats. 32 28 80 - 5 301464 Leggee Elementary School Te Text ChNew ew Text Chesak Elementary School N Chesak Elementary School END OF SECTION 32 28 80 - 9 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 32 31 00 FENCES AND GATES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Chain link fencing 2. Chain link swing gates PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 FABRIC A. Galvanized (ASTM A491) aluminum-coated steel wire fabric, 9-gauge by 2 inch. Selvages shall be knuckled. B. Fastening: 1. To terminal posts: a. Tension bar: Minimum 1/4 inch by 3/4 inch b. Clamps: 12 gauge by 1 inch wide c. Carriage bolts: Minimum 3/8 inch diameter 2. To line posts: 6-gauge wire clips 3. To rails: 9-gauge wire 2.02 LINE AND TERMINAL POSTS A. For standard fence: 2-1/2 inch outside diameter Schedule 40 galvanized pipe. 2.03 GATE POSTS A. Schedule 40 galvanized pipe sized as required for gate width. 2.04 RAILS A. Top and bottom rails: 1-5/8 inch outside diameter Schedule 40 galvanized pipe or equivalent channel section. 2.05 DOME CAPS A. Galvanized malleable steel dome caps provided at each post. 2.06 CHAIN LINK SWING GATES A. Gate: 2 inch outside diameter Schedule 40 galvanized steel pipe welded at each corner. B. Gate hinges: Galvanized steel of adequate strength to support gate, with large bearing surfaces for clamping in position. The hinges shall not twist or turn under the action of the gate under any condition of use of abuse. C. Locking devices: Galvanized steel with center plunger rod and catch for double gates, and forked latch for single gates. D. Disability gate latch: Galvanized steel with extended lever to lift forked latch on single gate. 2.07 BRACING A. Bracing: 1-5/8 inch outside diameter Schedule 40 galvanized pipe as required. 32 31 00 - 1 301464 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 CHAIN LINK FENCE AND SWING GATE INSTALLATION A. Remove and dispose of brush, trees, and other obstructions that interfere with construction of the fence. B. Lay out and measure fence line parallel to the contour of the ground. C. Post Setting: 1. Set standard corner, end, pull and gate posts into concrete footings with a minimum diameter of 8 inches and a minimum depth of 48 inches. Place posts such that bottom of footing is 6 inches deeper than post bottom. Place concrete in a continuous pour and tamp around posts for consolidation. Line posts may be air driven to a minimum depth of 5 feet. Top of posts shall not be deformed at completion. Replace deformed posts. 2. Space posts a maximum of 8 feet on-center. Where applicable, match spacing of existing fence posts. 3. Provide concrete footing for plunger rod with a minimum depth of 48 inches. D. Fabric: 1. Stretch fabric and tension wire to proper tension between terminal posts. Fasten securely to framework. 2. Attach fabric to terminal posts with tension bar, clamps, and carriage bolts. 3. Attach fabric to line posts with wire clips spaced 12 inches on-center. 4. Attach fabric to rails with wire spaced 12 inches on-center. E. Adjust tension rods and brace rails for rigid installation. F. Properly tighten fasteners, hardware, and accessories. G. Remove excess materials and debris from project site. H. Fence installation shall be in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and performed by skilled installers experienced in fence installation. END OF SECTION 32 31 00 - 2 301464 SECTION 32 90 00 WOOD CHIP PLAYGROUND MULCH AND PLANTING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Certified playground wood chip mulch 2. Topsoil 3. Seed 4. Erosion mat for relatively flat areas 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Furnish the Engineer with certified testing reports stating the playground wood chip mulch meets or exceeds ASTM F-1292-99 (shock absorbing test) and ASTM F-1951-99 (wheelchair accessibility test). Provide written certification that playground wood chip mulch is all natural without chromated copper arsenate (CCA) or other added chemicals or treatments. Provide testing reports and certifications at project start up. Wood chip mulch material will be rejected if testing reports and certifications are not provided prior to delivery. B. Furnish the Engineer with a certificate of compliance stating the species, sizes, quantities furnished, and nursery grower. 1.03 WARRANTY A. All material shall be guaranteed by the Contractor to be in good, healthy, and vigorous condition of active growth typical of the species for a period of one full year following the date of acceptance. B. Material which at any time during the guarantee period dies or is in obviously declining condition shall be removed immediately and replaced as soon as favorable conditions exist. C. At the end of the guarantee period, replace material which, in the opinion of the Engineer, is in an unhealthy or unsightly condition. Remove rejected material from the site and replace as originally specified. D. Replacement guarantee shall be provided by the Contractor for all replacement material as above for one full year from the date of acceptance. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 CERTIFIED PLAYGROUND WOOD CHIP MULCH A. Certified playground wood chip mulch: fresh cut hardwood free from soil, twigs, leaves, rock, rubble, weeds, synthetic matter, or other deleterious material. Mulch shall be all natural and shall not contain chromated copper arsenate (CCA) or other added chemicals or treatments. Wood chips are random size with the length being eight to ten times the width. Mulch shall meet ASTM F-129299 for shock absorbing properties and ASTM F-1951-99 for wheelchair accessibility properties. B. Manufacturers (subject to all requirements above): 1. Contractor to verify during bidding these manufacturer’s and products meet all the requirements of this specification section. 2. Clean Cut Tree Service, P.O. Box 545, Lake Villa, Illinois, 60046 a. Product: Triple Processed Shredded Aged Bark 32 90 00 - 1 301464 3. 4. 5. 6. Dejnos, 5670 Green Bay Road, Kenosha, Wisconsin 53144 a. Product: Dejnos Homer Industries, 14000 South Archer Avenue, Lockport, Illinois 60441 a. Product: Nature’s Blanket Ort Lumber, N3730 Drier Road, New London, Wisconsin, 54961, 920-982-6003 a. Product: Best Wood Mat Or equal (must provide ASTM testing results to be considered as equal) 2.02 TOPSOIL A. Friable clay loam surface soil found in the top few inches of the soil profile, reasonably free of subsoil, clay lumps, stones, and other objects over 2 inches in diameter, without weeds, roots, and other objectionable material. 2.03 FERTILIZER A. Fertilizers intended for use in connection with seeding, sodding, or other planting shall be standard, commercial, packaged or bulk products in granular or liquid form conforming to the requirements of the Wisconsin Statutes and of the Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter ATCP 40. Each container of packaged fertilizer shall be plainly marked with the analysis of the contents showing minimum percentages of total nitrogen, available phosphoric acid, and soluble potash. When the fertilizer is furnished in bulk, each shipment shall be accompanied by an invoice indicating the minimum percentages of total nitrogen, available phosphoric acid, and soluble potash in the contents. B. When fertilizer having a sum of nitrogen, phosphoric acid, and potash greater than 32% for Type A or 50% for Type B is used, such fertilizer shall be applied at a rate which will provide and equivalent amount of nitrogen, phosphoric acid, and potash. 2.04 SEED A. Seed shall conform to the requirements of the Wisconsin Statutes and of the Wisconsin Administrative Code Chapter ATCP 20 regarding noxious weed seed content and labeling. Seed shall not be used on the Work later than one year after the test date which appears on the label. B. Origin shall be clearly identified on the seed label for all seed, including native forbs. C. Approved seed: Mix of 50% Kentucky bluegrasses and 50% perennial ryegrasses. D. Protect the seed from moisture from time of delivery until time used. Wet or moldy seed shall not be used. 2.05 EROSION MAT A. Single net straw blanket with lightweight (approx. 2.1 pounds per 1,000 square feet) accelerated photodegradable polypropylene net, straw fiber (0.5 pounds per square yard), and degradable thread. Mat shall degrade within 45 to 60 days. B. Acceptable products 1. DS75, Single Net Straw Blanket by North American Green, 1-800-772-2040 2. Approved equal 2.06 WATER A. Potable (or as otherwise approved) and suitable for plant growth. 32 90 00 - 2 301464 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 CERTIFIED PLAYGROUND WOOD CHIP MULCH A. Install certified playground wood chip mulch to provide a playground safety surface. B. Install mulch with a minimum depth of 12”. Mulch shall be placed over soil separation fabric. Tamp or lightly roll mulch. Top of mulch shall meet finished grades shown on the drawings. 3.02 SOIL PREPARATION A. Immediately prior to placing sod or topsoil, scarify the soil to a minimum depth of 3 inches on all areas on slopes shallower than 2 horizontal to 1 vertical. B. Perform soil preparation immediately prior to seeding or sodding to prevent undesirable weed growth or soil erosion. C. Place topsoil and spread uniformly over lawn areas to a depth of 4 inches. D. Mix fertilizers with topsoil at specified rate. The lag time between seeding and fertilizing shall not exceed 48 hours. E. Rake surface until it is smooth and of uniform fine texture immediately prior to seeding and/or sodding. 3.03 SEEDING A. Apply seed at a pure live seed rate of 7 lbs. per 1000 square feet. The pure live seed amount (lbs) is calculated by the following formula. The germination rate and purity rate will be on the label of the seed bag. Provide Engineer with tags and bags from seed. Seeding shall be performed in two directions. Apply half the required seed in the longitudinal direction and half in the transverse direction. germination rate % x purity rate % x lbs in bag 100 B. Seeded areas shall have the seedbed firmed after seeding and prior to erosion mat installation or mulching. Soil firming shall be done with a drag cultipacker or other approved soil firming equipment to a maximum depth of approximately 3/16". On slopes too steep to operate mechanical equipment, the seed shall be covered by hand raking or other approved means, wherever feasible, prior to erosion mat installation or mulching. Accomplish soil firming or seed covering immediately after seeding. C. Conduct seeding prior to erosion mat installation. 3.04 EROSION MAT A. Line the slopes and all disturbed areas with erosion mat. Overlap splices and joints as recommended by the manufacturer. Install per manufacturer recommendations. B. Securely fasten mat to the ground as recommended by the manufacturer. 3.05 PROTECTION AND CLEANING A. Keep pavements clean and work area in an orderly condition during landscape work. B. Protect landscape work and materials from damage due to landscape operations, operations by other contractors and trades, and trespassers. Maintain protection during installation and maintenance periods. 3.06 PLANT GROWTH A. Owner will water newly seeded areas. 32 90 00 - 3 301464 END OF SECTION 32 90 00 - 4 301464 SECTION 33 40 00 STORM DRAINAGE PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Catch basin and manhole adjustment 2. Tracer Wire for non-metallic below grade storm sewer pipes 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Quality assurance personnel shall be at the Project site on an intermittent basis during storm drainage system placement. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 PIPE BEDDING MATERIAL A. Pipe bedding shall consist of clean pit-run sand or fine gravel, free from deleterious matter and rocks over 1 inch in diameter. 2.02 ACCESSORIES A. Tracer Wire for locating non-metallic underground storm sewer pipes: 1. As required by the State of Illinois Plumbing Code PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 CATCH BASIN AND MANHOLE FRAME AND GRATE ADJUSTMENT A. Raise frame and grate to new grades using concrete rings and mortar using concrete rings 2 inches thick. Lay concrete adjusting rings in a full bed of mortar 1/4 inch to 3/4 inch thick. B. Set manhole rings flush with existing ground line or elevation shown on the Drawings. Place the ring upon a full bed of mortar and shim up to corrected elevation with suitable wedges until mortar has set. C. Mortar shall be composed of 1 part Portland cement and 3 parts of washed and screened sand with sufficient water to make a workable mix. END OF SECTION 33 40 00 - 1 301464 Page Intentionally Left Blank SECTION 33 46 00 SUBDRAINAGE PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: Drain tile systems and components 1.02 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Inspect materials delivered to site for damage; store with minimum of handling. Store plastic piping and jointing materials under cover and out of direct sunlight. Do not store materials directly on ground. Keep inside of pipes and fittings free of dirt and debris. 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Quality assurance personnel will be at the Project site on an intermittent basis during drain tile system placement. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 CORRUGATED PIPE FOR DRAIN TILE SYSTEM A. 6” diameter B. Pipe and fittings: ASTM F405 with filter fabric wrap. C. Pipe and fittings: ASTM F794. D. Joints and jointing materials: ASTM D3212. 2.02 POLYVINYL CHLORIDE (PVC) PLASTIC PIPING FOR CONNECTION TO CATCH BASINS AND MANHOLES A. 6” diameter, solid pipe B. PVC plastic pipe and fittings: Schedule 40 PVC pipe. 2.03 ADAPTER TO CONNECT CORRUGATED DRAIN TILE TO SCHEDULE 40 PVC PIPE A. Adaptor/connector to connect 6” corrugated HDPE drain tile line to 6” schedule 40 PVC plastic pipe B. Products: 1. ADS adaptor 2. Approved equal PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PIPE LAYING A. Shape the bottom of the trench to give substantially uniform circumferential support to the lower fourth of each pipe. Pipe laying shall proceed up-grade. Lay each pipe true to line and grade to form a close concentric joint with the adjoining pipe. As the work progresses, clear the interior of the pipe of dirt and extraneous materials. B. Keep trenches free from water until pipe jointing is completed. Do not lay pipe when conditions of the trench or the weather are unsuitable for such work. Keep open ends of pipe and fittings securely closed at all times when work is not in progress. 33 46 00 - 1 301464 3.02 JOINTING A. Drain tile to drain tile connections shall be made with a coupler produced by drain tile manufacturer specifically contoured to connect section of drain tile together. B. Drain tile to PVC connections shall be made with an adaptor specifically manufactured for this type of connection. 3.03 MANHOLE AND CATCH BASIN CONNECTION A. Provide a hole 2 inches greater in diameter than the pipe at pipe entrances to pre-cast concrete manholes. Tightly fill and seal void between pipe and catch basin wall with concrete mortar. 3.04 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Check each straight run of pipeline for gross deficiencies by holding a light in a manhole; it shall show a practically full circle of light through the pipeline when viewed from the adjoining end of line. END OF SECTION 33 46 00 - 2 301464