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HomeMy WebLinkAbout111134 MILL BROTHERS LANDSCAPE & NURSERY - CONTRACT - BID - 7034 COTTONWOOD GLEN OVERFLOW PARKING LOT LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATIONSERVICES AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into the day and year set forth below by and between THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO, a Municipal Corporation, hereinafter referred to as the "City" and Mill Brothers Landscape and Nursery, Inc., hereinafter referred to as "Service Provider". WITNESSETH: In consideration of the mutual covenants and obligations herein expressed, it is agreed by and between the parties hereto as follows: 1. Scope of Services. The Service Provider agrees to provide services in accordance with the scope of services attached hereto as Exhibit "A", consisting of ninety-one (91) pages and incorporated herein by this reference. 2. Time of Commencement and Completion of Services The services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement shall be initiated upon receiving the Notice to Proceed. Services shall be completed no later than September 4, 2009. Time is of the essence. Any extensions of the time limit set forth above must be agreed upon in a writing signed by the parties. 3. Delay. If either party is prevented in whole or in part from performing its obligations by unforeseeable causes beyond its reasonable control and without its fault or negligence, then the party so prevented shall be excused from whatever performance is prevented by such cause. To the extent that the performance is actually prevented, the Service Provider must provide written notice to the City of such condition within fifteen (15) days from the onset of such condition. 4. Early Termination by City/Notice. Notwithstanding the time periods contained herein, the City may terminate this Agreement at any time without cause by providing written notice of termination to the Service Provider. Such notice shall be delivered at least fifteen (15) days prior to the termination date contained in said notice unless otherwise agreed in writing by the parties. All notices provided under this Agreement shall be effective when mailed, postage prepaid and sent to the following addresses: 1 1.14 Pollution Abatement A. Transporting materials to or from the site shall be accomplished in a manner preventing materials or particles from becoming airborne. Earth materials shall be covered, wetted or otherwise protected. Gravel, sand and concrete shall be contained within vehicles to prevent spillage. B. Prevent the deposit of dirt, mud or debris on improved streets and roads, and remove debris should such deposition occur. C. Burning of material on site is prohibited. D. Stream beds, lakes, ponds, drainage ways, sanitary and storm sewers, etc., shall not be polluted by fuels, oils, bitumen, acids, or other harmful materials. Surface drainage from the construction site, which contains harmful amounts of sediment, shall not be allowed to drain onto adjacent areas. Grading shall be accomplished to allow sedimentation to settle out prior to flowing onto adjacent areas. E. Flushing of concrete trucks is allowed only at the project site or the designated contractor storage area, with the responsibility of control and cleanup resting with the Contractor. F. Toxic, corrosive and flammable materials for construction other than specified shall not be used without prior approval of the City of Fort Collins. When approved, disposal of these materials or their containers will be off site and conform to state and federal regulations. 1.15 Protection of Property A. Initiate, maintain and supervise necessary protection to prevent damage, injury or loss to: 1. The Work and materials and equipment to be incorporated in the project, whether in storage on or off the site: and 2. Property at the site or adjacent thereto, including fences, patios, driveways, sidewalks, pavement, trees, shrubs, lawns, walks, structures, utilities and underground facilities not designated for removal, relocation or replacement in the course of construction. B. Maintain, protect, and support existing utilities and other appurtenances against damage by shoring, bracing, or other means. C. Do not stockpile excavated material against existing appurtenances. 1.16 Survey Requirements A. Contractor shall perform surveying necessary to complete the work. 1.17 Construction Superintendent A. The construction superintendent shall beat the job site anytime work is being accomplished by any of the trades. PART 2 - MATERIALS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used) PART 4 - MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT (Not Used) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01000 — PROJECT SUMMARY Page 3 of 3 I . The Contractor agrees that for requested and6r required changes in the scope of work, the Contract Sum shall be adjusted in accordance with the following unit prices, where the Owner elects to use this method of determining costs. 2. The Contractor is advised that the unit prices will enter into the determination of the successful bidder. Unreasonable prices may result in rejection of the entire bid proposal. 3. Unit prices for irrigation shall include pipe, fittings: valves, concrete thrust block and stablizers, and other items shown on the Drawings, as described in the Specifications or recommended by the manufacturer as part of the installation. EARTHWORK AND UTILITIES ITEM UNIT_ PRICE Topsoil Stripping and Stockpiling �s�,�irk a. l cam.`"' CY Topsoil Spreading and PlacementA.ice,'`"' CY Erosion Control Fabric - NAG Cava $ C;, SF Erosion Control Fabric - NAG 120 iJ K • l .� i�� �� --Y- SF Erosion Control - Silt Fence Erosion Control - Bales Erosion Contoi - Gutter Wattle Erosion Control -- Inlet Wattle Erosion Control - Ditch Wattle IRRIGATION ITEM Pop -Up Spray Sprinkler with nozzle - MP Rotator Drip Irrigation - per Shrub, Perennial or Grass in planting bed Sleeve Pipe - 2. Remote Control Valve Assembly for Sprinkler Laterals - 1.5" Remote Control Valve Assembly for Drip Laterals - 1" Flush Cap Assembly Drip Pipe - 3,14" Lateral Pipe - 1 " Lateral Pipe - 1.25" Lateral Pipe - 1.5" rev06/07 $ LF EA EA EA EA - UNIT PRICE EA $ EA S LF S EA $ `LZc� <.��� EA EA LF $ LF $ LF $ c> LF LANDSCAPE ITEM Finish Grading Organic Amendment — Class 2 Fescue Sod Fescue Grass Seed Deciduous Shrub - #5 container Perennial - #1 container Ornamental Grass - #5 container Ornamental Grass - #1 container Weed Barrier Organic Mulch rev06/07 UNIT PRICE $t--� � 0 -2- SF S o.. l^l ia!� 1 CY $ SF $ v . r> `-1 l SF $ •Z-A - G EA $ -1.. C-, EA S'Z ,. 7 EA EA SF EXHIBIT C INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS 1. The Service Provider will provide, from insurance companies acceptable to the City, the insurance coverage designated hereinafter and pay all costs. Before commencing work under this bid, the Service Provider shall furnish the City with certificates of insurance showing the type, amount, class of operations covered, effective dates and date of expiration of policies, and containing substantially the following statement: "The insurance evidenced by this Certificate will not be cancelled or materially altered, except after ten (10) days written notice has been received by the City of Fort Collins." In case of the breach of any provision of the Insurance Requirements, the City, at its option, may take out and maintain, at the expense of the Service Provider, such insurance as the City may deem proper and may deduct the cost of such insurance from any monies which may be due or become due the Service Provider under this Agreement. The City, its officers, agents and employees shall be named as additional insureds on the Service Provider's general liability and automobile liability insurance policies for any claims arising out of work performed under this Agreement. 2. Insurance coverages shall be as follows: A. Workers' Compensation & Employer's Liability. The Service Provider shall maintain during the life of this Agreement for all of the Service Provider's employees engaged in work performed under this agreement: 1. Workers' Compensation insurance with statutory limits as required by Colorado law. 2. Employer's Liability insurance with limits of $100,000 per accident, $500,000 disease aggregate, and $100,000 disease each employee. B. Commercial General & Vehicle Liability. The Service Provider shall maintain during the life of this Agreement such commercial general liability and automobile liability insurance as will provide coverage for damage claims of personal injury, including accidental death, as well as for claims for property damage, which may arise directly or indirectly from the performance of work under this Agreement. Coverage for property damage shall be on a "broad form" basis. The amount of insurance for each coverage, Commercial General and Vehicle, shall not be less than $500,000 combined single limits for bodily injury and property damage. In the event any work is performed by a subcontractor, the Service Provider shall be responsible for any liability directly or indirectly arising out of the work performed under this Agreement by a subcontractor, which liability is not covered by the subcontractor's insurance. rev06/07 ACORD CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE OP ID RC DATE (MM/DDIYYYY) MILLB-2 06/30/09 PRODUCER THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE LBN Insurance Agcy-Johnstown HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AMEND, EXTEND OR 4848 Thompson Pkwy, Ste 200 ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW. Johnstown CO 80534 Phone:970-635-9400 Fax:970-635-9401 Mill Brothers Landscape & Nursery, Inc. 6121 E. Harmon Road Fort Collins C� 80528 INSURERS AFFORDING COVERAGE NAIC # INSURER A. Travelers Companies INSURERB. Pinnacol Assurance 41190 INSURER C INSURER D INSURER E. - THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ,ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH POLICIES. AGGREGATE LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS. LTR NSR TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER DATE (MM/DDIYY) DATE (MM/DDlYY) LIMITS GENERAL LIABILITY EACH OCCURRENCE $ 1,000,000 A X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY C06764N559 07/01/09 07/01/10 TU PREMISES (Ea occurence) $ 300 , 000 CLAIMS MADE � OCCUR MED EXP (Any one person) $ 5 , 000 X Blanket Add l 1 Ins PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $ 1 , 000 , 000 X Blanket Waiver GENERAL AGGREGATE $2,000,000 GEN'LAGGREGATE LIMIT APRLIESPER. PRODUCTS - COMP/OP ASS $2,000,000 POLICY X PRO- JECT LOC AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY A ANY AUTO 8106764N559 07/01/09 07/01/10 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT (Ea accident) $ 1OO 0,000 X ALL OWNED AUTOS BODILY INJURY $ SCHEDULED AUTOS (Per person) A HIRED AUTOS X A NON -OWNED AUTOS BODILY INJURY (Per (Per accident) X PROPERTY DAMAGE $ (Per accident) GARAGE LIABILITY AUTO ONLY - EA ACCIDENT $ ANY AUTO OTHER THAN EA ACC $ AUTO ONLY. AGG $ EXCESS/UMBRELLA LIABILITY EACH OCCURRENCE $ 5,000,000 A X nr_CUR CLAIMSMADE CUP6764N559 07/O1/09 07/O1/10 AGGREGATE $5,000,000 $ DEDUCTIBLE $ RETENTION WORKERS COMPENSATION AND X TORY LIMITS B EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY ER ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE 3037054 07/01/09 07/01/3.0 E.L. EACH ACCIDENT $ 1,000,000 OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? If yes, describe under E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE $ 1,000,000 SPECIAL PROVISIONS below E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $ 1 , 000 , 000 OTHER A Installation Float 9479BI89 07/01/09 07/01/10 Limit $500,000 Ded. $500 DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS / VEHICLES / EXCLUSIONS ADDED BY ENDORSEMENT I SPECIAL PROVISIONS RE: 7034 Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Lot Landscape & Irrigation. The City, its officers, agents and employees (see note attached) f CDTICI!`ATC Uni MOM CITYFT3 SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATE THEREOF, THE ISSUING INSURER WILL ENDEAVOR TO MAIL 30 DAPS WRITTEN P40TICE TO THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER NAMED TO THE LEFT, BUT FAILURE TO DO SO SHALL City of Fort Collins IMPOSE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY OF ANY KIND UPON THE INSURER, ITS AGENTS OR P.O. Box 580 REPRESENTATIVES. Ft. Collins, CO 80524 AUTH IZJRI'APPESErRATIVE ACORD 25 © ACORD CORPORATION 1 If required by written contract or written agreement the following provisions apply subject to the policy terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions: The referenced (excluding Professional Liability) are included as Additional Insured for ongoing operations under General Liability and Designated Insured under Automobile Liability (except Hired and Non -Owned Automobile). A Waiver of Subrogation applies to those named above for General Liability, Automobile Liability and Workers' Compensation. Contractual Liability is included. Umbrella provides excess coverage over the General Liability, Automobile Liability and Employers Liability. This insurance will apply on a primary, non-contributory basis. Exception: 10 days written notice of cancellation for non-payment of premium. DIVISION 1 SECTION 01010 - SUMMARY OF WORK PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Description of Work .A. The City of Fort Collins Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation improvements include, but are not limited to, construction/installation of the following: irrigation system and landscaping. B. Protection and Restoration. 1. Replace to equal or better conditions items removed and replaced or damaged during construction. Restore areas disturbed to match surrounding surface conditions. 1.02 Notices to Private Owners and Authorities A. Notify private owners of adjacent property, utilities, affected governmental agencies, and school district when execution of the work may affect them. B. Give notification 48 hours in advance to enable affected persons to provide for their needs when it is necessary to temporarily deny access or services. C. Contact utilities at least 48 hours prior to excavating near underground utilities. D. Contact agencies at least 72 hours prior to start of construction. Notify agencies of the proposed scope of work, schedule and items that would affect their daily operation. E. Names and telephone numbers of affected agencies and utilities in the area are listed below for Contractor's convenience. Water— City of Fort Collins, Colorado 212-2900 Storm Sewer - City of Fort Collins, Colorado 212-2900 Sanitary Sewer— South Fort Collins Sanitation District, Colorado 674-3300 Electrical - City of Fort Collins, Colorado 212-2900 Gas — Xcel Energy 800-481-4700 Telephone - Qwest 800-222-0400 Roads - City of Ft. Collins, Colorado 221-6588, inspections only 221-6609 Cable Television — Comcast 800-824-4010 Utility Locates - One -call System 1-800-922-1987 . Safety - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 844-3061 Fire - Poudre Fire Authority Non -Emergency 221-6570/ Emergency 911 Police - City of Fort Collins Police Department Non -Emergency 221-6540 / Emergency 911 Larimer County Sheriff's Department - Non -Emergency 416-1985 Postmaster - United States Postal Service 800-275-8777 Ambulance - Poudre Valley Hospital Non -Emergency 484-1227 / Emergency 911 Public Transportation - TransFort 221-6620 Traffic Control - Traffic Engineering 221-6815 Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01010 - SUMMARY OF WORK Page 1 of 2 PART 2 - MATERIALS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used) PART 4 - MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT (Not Used) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01010 — SUMMARY OF WORK Page 2 of 2 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01160 — SITE CONDITIONS PART 1 - SITE INVESTIGATIONS AND REPRESENTATION 1.01 General Investigations A. The Contractor acknowledges that he has satisfied himself as to the nature and location of the work, the general and local conditions, particularly those bearing upon access to the site; handling, storage, and disposal of materials; availability of water, electricity and roads; uncertainties of weather, or similar physical conditions at the site; the conformation and conditions of the ground; the equipment and facilities needed preliminary to and during the execution of the work; and all other matters which can in any way affect the work or the.cost thereof under this Contract. 1.02 Soil Conditions A. The Contractor further acknowledges that he has satisfied himself as to the character, quality and quantity of surface and subsurface materials to be encountered from his inspection of the site and from reviewing any available records of exploratory work furnished by the Owner or included in these Documents. Failure by the Contractor to acquaint himself with the physical conditions of the site and all the available information will not relieve him from responsibility for properly estimating the difficulty or cost of successfully performing the work. 1.03 Contractor Representation A. The Contractor warrants that as a result of his examination and investigation of all the aforesaid data that he can perform the work in a good and workmanlike manner and to the satisfaction of the Owner. The Owner assumes no responsibility for representations made by its officers or agents during or prior to the execution of this Contract, unless (1) such representations are expressly stated in the Contract, and (2) the Contract expressly provides that the responsibility therefore is assumed by the Owner. PART 2 - INFORMATION ON SITE CONDITIONS 2.01 General Information obtained by the Engineer regarding site conditions, subsurface information, groundwater elevations, existing construction of site facilities, and similar data will be available for inspection, as applicable, at the office of the Engineer upon request. Such information is offered as supplementary information only. Neither the Engineer nor the Owner assumes responsibility for the completeness or interpretation of such supplementary information. A. Differing Subsurface Conditions: 1. In the event that the subsurface or latent physical conditions are found materially different from those indicated in these Documents, and differing materially from those, ordinarily encountered and generally recognized as inherent in the character of work covered in these Contract Documents, the Contractor shall promptly, and before such conditions are disturbed, notify the Owner in writing of such changed conditions. 2. The Engineer will investigate such conditions promptly and following this investigation, the Contractor shall proceed with the work, unless otherwise instructed by the Engineer. If the Engineer finds that such conditions do so materially differ and cause an increase or decrease in the cost of or in the time required for performing the work, the Engineer will recommend to the Owner the amount of adjustment in cost and time he considers reasonable. The Owner will make the final decision on Change Orders to the Contract regarding adjustments in cost or time for completion. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01160 — SITE CONDITIONS Page 1 of 3 B. Underground Utilities: Known utilities and structures adjacent to or encountered in the work are shown on the Drawings. The locations shown are taken from existing records and the best information available from existing utility plans, however, it is expected that there may be some discrepancies and omissions in the locations and.quantities of utilities and structures shown. Those shown are for the convenience of the Contractor only, and no responsibility is assumed by either the Owner or the Engineer for their accuracy or completeness. PART 3 - CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY FOR UTILITY PROPERTIES AND SERVICE 3.01 General A. Where the Contractor's operations could cause damage or inconvenience to railway, telegraph, telephone, television, oil, gas, electricity, water, sewer, or irrigation systems, the operations shall be suspended until arrangements necessary for the protection of these utilities and services have been made by the Contractor. B. Notify utility offices which are affected by the construction operation at least 48 hours in advance. Under no circumstances expose any utility without first obtaining permission from the appropriate agency. Once permission has been granted, locate, expose, and provide temporary support for existing underground utilities. C. The Contractor shall protect utility poles from damage. If interference of power poles, telephone poles, guy wires, or anchors are encountered, notify the Owner's Representative and the appropriate utility company at least 48 hours in advance of construction operations to permit the necessary arrangements for protection or relocation of the interfering structure. D. The Contractor shall be solely and directly responsible to the Owner and operators of such properties for damage, injury, expense, loss, inconvenience, delay, suits, actions, or claims of any character brought because of injuries or damage which may result from the construction operations under this Contract. E. Neither the Owner nor its officers or agents shall be responsible to the Contractor for damages as a result of the Contractor's failure to protect utilities encountered in the work. F. If the Contractor while performing the Contract discovers utility facilities not identified in the Drawings or Specifications, he shall immediately notify the Owners and the utility in writing. G. In the event of interruption to domestic water, sewer, storm drain, or other utility services as a result of accidental breakage due to construction operations, promptly notify the proper authority. Cooperate with said authority in the restoration of service as promptly as possible and bear all costs of repair. In no case shall interruption of water or utility service be allowed to exist outside working hours unless prior approval is granted. H. The Contractor shall replace, at his own expense, existing utilities or structures removed or damaged during construction, unless otherwise provided for in these Contract Documents or ordered by the Engineer. 3.02Interfering Structures A. Take necessary precautions to prevent damage to existing structures whether on the surface, aboveground, or underground. An attempt has been made to show major structures on the Drawings. The completeness and accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and it is presented simply as a guide to avoid known possible difficulties. 3.03 Field Relocation A. During the progress of construction, it is expected that minor relocations of the work will be necessary. Such relocations shall be made only by direction of the Owner's Representative. If existing structures are encountered that prevent the construction, and that are not properly shown on the drawings, notify the Owner's Representative before continuing with the construction in order that the Owner's Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01160 — SITE CONDITIONS Page 2 of 3 Representative may make such field revision as necessary to avoid conflict with the existing structures. If the Contractor shall fail to so notify the Owner's Representative when an existing structure is encountered, and shall proceed with the construction despite the interference, he shall do so at his own risk. 3.04 Easements A. Easements and permits will be obtained by the Owner where portions of the work are located on public or private property. Easements will provide for the use of the property for construction purposes to the extent indicated on the easements. Copies of these easements and permits are available upon request to the Owner. It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to determine the adequacy of the easement obtained in every case and to abide by requirements and provisions of the easement. The Contractor shall confine his construction operations to within the easement limits or make special arrangements with the property owners or appropriate public agency for the additional area required. Damage to property, either inside or outside the limits of the easements provided by the Owner, shall be the responsibility of the Contractor as specified herein. The Contractor shall remove, protect, and replace fences or other items encountered on public or private property. Before final payment will be authorized by the Owner's Representative, the Contractor will be required to furnish the Owner with written releases from property owners or public agencies where side agreements or special easements have been made by the Contractor or where the Contractor's operations, for any reason, have not been kept within the construction right-of-way obtained by the Owner. B. It is anticipated that the required easements and permission will be obtained before construction is started. However, should the procurement of any easement or permission be delayed, the Contractor shall schedule and perform the work around these areas until such a time as the easement or permission has been secured. 3.05 Land Monuments A. The Contractor shall notify the Owner's Representative of existing Federal, State, Town, County, and private land monuments encountered. Private monuments shall be preserved, or replaced by a licensed surveyor at the Contractor's expense. When Government monuments are encountered, the Contractor shall notify the Owner's Representative at least two (2) weeks in advance of the proposed construction in order that the Owner's Representative will have ample opportunity to notify the proper authority and reference these monuments for later replacement. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01160 — SITE CONDITIONS Page 3 of 3 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01200 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Description A. This section covers the methods employed in determining the payment due for work completed under this contract. B. The bid price should cover all work required by this contract based upon the quantities outlined in the bid form. C. Where actual quantities differ from those outlined in the bid form; unit prices as stipulated in the bid form shall be utilized to compute payment. D. Where unit prices are not set forth for specific work, that work shall be considered a subsidiary obligation of the Contractor. E. Quantities given in the bid form are estimates for the purpose of evaluating bids consequently some difference may arise in actual and bid quantities. 1.02 Lump Sum Prices A. Where lump sum (LS) prices are given for an item in the bid schedule or for items added during constriction by change order, the price will include materials, labor, overhead and other cost incurred to complete the construction of the item in accordance with the plans and specifications. 1.03 Unit Prices A. Unit prices for each item shall include its pro rata share of profits, taxes, and overhead, and are for the items installed in place, maintained and guaranteed. Including these factors, unit prices must accurately reflect actual costs. Unit prices are to be valid for the life of the contract. PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01200 —MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT Page 1 of 1 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01300 — COORDINATION AND PROJECT MEETINGS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 General A. In order to provide for an orderly progression of work, parties involved in the construction will meet at various times during the project to discuss pertinent items regarding the work. B. Coordinate operations under contract in a manner that will facilitate progress of the work. C. Conform to the requirements of public utilities and concerned public agencies in respect to the timing and manner of performance of operations that affect the service of such utilities, agencies, or public safety. 1.02 Conferences A. The pre -construction conference will be held at a time to be determined by the Owner, after the award of the contract and prior to the issuance of the Notice to Proceed. The meeting will involve the Owner, the Engineer, the Contractor and representatives of the owners of utilities and other properties that will be directly affected by the work. Among the Contractor's representative on the site. The Contractor will have a complete construction schedule ready for review at the time of the pre -construction conference. B. Hold conferences for coordination of the Work when necessary. C. The City may hold coordination conferences to be attended by all involved when Contractor's operations affects, or is affected by, the work of others. 1.03 Progress Meetings A. Contractor and the City shall schedule and hold regular progress meetings at least weekly and at other times as requested by the City or required by the progress of the Work. B. Attendance shall include: 1. Contractor and Superintendent 2.Owners Representative 3. Landscape Architect 4. Others as may be requested by contractor, Landscape Architect or Owner C. Minimum Agenda shall include: 1. Review of work progress since last meeting 2. Identification and discussion of problems affecting progress 3. Review of any pending change orders 4. Revisions of Construction Schedule as appropriate D. Meeting Minutes shall be prepared and distributed by the Contractor. 1.04 Job Site Administration A. Contract administration and construction observation services will be provided by the Owner. The Owner will make decisions regarding changes in the work and adjustments in contract quantities and/or unit prices. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01300 — COORDINATION AND PROJECT MEETINGS Page 1 of 1 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01310 - CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 General A. It is the intent of the Owner to begin construction on approximately April 1, 2009. The signing of the contract and issuance of a Notice to Proceed will be completed promptly to accomplish that objective. The Notice to Proceed will authorize the Contractor to begin project administration and construction work on the site. Construction work shall not begin on site prior to the pre -construction conference. B. The Contractor shall complete all work, including cleanup of the site by June 15, 2009, specified in the Agreement, subject to the "Liquidated Damages" provision described under "Instructions to Bidders." C. Delays during project contract period outside control of the Contractor are subject to time extension consideration but not financial compensation unless such delay is significant enough to reasonably require Owner initiated work suspension (demobilization) as determined in the field by the Owner at the time of occurrence. See Paragraph 1.04 for requirements for modifying the Contract Time due to weather delays. D. Contractor shall plan and schedule his own work effort (personnel, equipment and material) to complete the project satisfactorily within the project time limits. Such schedule shall be in general conformance with the schedule submitted at the pre -construction conference. This includes the requirement that the Contractor conduct his operations to enable a shift of work effort from one part of the project to another to reasonably accommodate unexpected delays, and to conduct his daily operations so as to not create a public nuisance including but not limited to access or traffic obstruction, dust and mud generation, work outside of construction limits, noise, unsatisfactory cleanup or site restoration, unacceptable equipment/materials staging, flooding, etc. No work is to begin at the site until Citv's acceptance of the Construction Schedule. E. Contractor shall prepare and submit a Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule. The schedule shall show all work completed within the contract time and shall cover the time from the date of Notice to Proceed to the completion date. Contractor shall use Microsoft Project 2000 or approved equivalent to develop and manage the CPM schedule. F. The Contractor may voluntarily shut down or suspend work due to conditions beyond his control provided a minimum of 24 hours notice is provided to the Owner together with the reasons for subject suspension of work. The Contractor shall leave the project conditions in such a way so as not to cause a public nuisance or a threat to public safety. Neither remobilization costs nor additional time will be allowed for such suspension unless agreed to in writing in advance. G. The Owner or Engineer may order work shut down or suspended for such nonconformance issues as unsafe conditions, nonconformance with schedule, cause of public nuisance, unnecessary private property disturbance, materials and labor unsuited to the task, nonconformance to technical specifications, failure to comply with permits, etc. The Owner or Engineer will give a written warning to the Contractor with a specified deadline during which time the Contractor shall remedy the cause(s) described on the warning. Failure to do so shall justify the Owner or Engineer to order work shut down or suspended. Such shutdown will not be compensated by cost reimbursement or time schedule adjustment. H. Failure to promptly execute the approved schedule in the judgment of the Owner will result in a written warning submitted to the Contractor explaining the specific compliance needed. Failure of the Contractor to remedy the noted items may be considered a breach of contract possibly leading to work shutdown for cause or contract termination. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01310 — CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES Page 1 of 3 1.02 Format and Submissions A. Prepare Construction and Procurement schedules in a graphic format suitable for displaying schedule and actual progress. B. Submit two copies of each schedule to owner for review. Owner will return one copy to contractor with revisions suggested or necessary for coordination of the Work with the needs of Owner or others. 1.03 Progress Revisions A. A schedule update shall be submitted to the Owner at each weekly progress meeting that will reflect work performed in the previous week and the upcoming week. Schedule updates shall not change any Contract times. B. A complete schedule update shall be submitted with each application for progress payment. C. Show changes occurring since previous submission. l . Actual progress of each item to date. 2. Revised projections of progress and completion. D. Provide a narrative report as needed to define: 1. Anticipated problems, recommended actions, and their effects on the schedule. 2. The effect of changes on schedules of other work. 1.04 Modifications to Time of Completion in the Approved Schedule A. The date of beginning and the times for completion of the work are essential conditions of the Contract Documents and the work embraced shall be commenced on a date specified in the Notice to Proceed. The Contractor will proceed with the work at such rate of progress to ensure full completion within the contract time. It is expressly understood and agreed, by and between the Contractor and the Owner that the contract time for the completion of the work described herein is a reasonable time, taking into consideration the climatic and other factors prevailing in the locality of the work. Every effort shall be made by the Contractor to complete the project within the "Contract Time" shown in the proposal. The "Contract Time" anticipates a "Normal" weather and climate condition in and . around the vicinity of the Project site during the times of year that the construction will be carried out. Extensions of time based upon weather conditions shall be granted only if the Contractor demonstrates clearly that such conditions were "unusually severe," would not have been reasonably anticipated, and that such conditions adversely affected the Contractor's work and thus required additional time to complete the work. B. The following specifies the procedure for the determination of time extensions for unusually severe weather. The listing below defines the anticipated number of calendar days lost to adverse weather for each month and is based upon National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) or similar data for the geographic location of the project. Monthly Anticipated Calendar Days Lost to Adverse Weather Conditions JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC (7)(4) (4) (4) (6) (3) (4)(2) (3) (3) (2) (5) The above schedule of anticipated adverse weather will constitute -the base line for monthly (or portion thereof) weather time evaluations. Upon acknowledgment of the Notice to Proceed and continuing throughout the contract on a monthly basis, actual adverse weather days and the impact of adverse weather days that delay the work will be recorded on a day-to-day basis. It is assumed that the work will be carried out Mondays through Fridays (holidays excepted) unless an approved construction Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01310 —CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES Page 2 of 3 City: Copy to: Service Provider: City of Fort Collins City of Fort Collins Mill Brothers Landscape and Nursery, Inc. Attn: Purchasing Attn: Kathleen Benedict Attn: Mr. Kevin Mills PO Box 580 PO Box 580 6121 East Harmony Road Fort Collins, CO 80522 Fort Collins, CO 80522 Fort Collins, CO 80528 In the event of early termination by the City, the Service Provider shall be paid for services rendered to the date of termination, subject only to the satisfactory performance of the Service Provider's obligations under this Agreement. Such payment shall be the Service Provider's sole right and remedy for such termination. 5. Contract Sum. The City shall pay the Service Provider for the performance of this Contract, subject to additions and deletions provided herein, the sum of Thirty Four Thousand Fourteen Dollars ($34,014.00) in accordance with attached Exhibit "B", consisting of four (4) pages, and incorporated herein by this reference. 6. City Representative. The City will designate, prior to commencement of the work, its representative who shall make, within the scope of his or her authority, all necessary and proper decisions with reference to the services provided under this agreement. All requests concerning this agreement shall be directed to the City Representative. 7. Independent Service provider. The services to be performed by Service Provider are those of an independent service provider and not of an employee of the City of Fort Collins. The City shall not be responsible for withholding any portion of Service Provider's compensation hereunder for the payment of FICA, Workmen's Compensation or other taxes or benefits or for any other purpose. 8. Personal Services. It is understood that the City enters into the Agreement based on the special abilities of the Service Provider and that this Agreement shall be considered as an agreement for personal services. Accordingly, the Service Provider shall neither assign any responsibilities nor delegate any duties arising under the Agreement without the prior written consent of the City. 2 schedule or written authorization from the Owner indicates otherwise. The number of days of delayed work due to adverse weather or the impact thereof will then be compared to the monthly adverse weather schedule above. An actual adverse weather day must prevent work for 50 percent or more of the Contractor's workday, delay work critical to the timely completion of the project, and be documented by the Contractor. The City Representative observing the construction shall determine on a daily basis whether or not work can proceed or if work is delayed due to adverse weather or the effects thereof. The Contractor shall notify the Construction Coordinator in writing of any disagreement as to whether or not work can proceed on a given date, within 2 calendar days of that date. The Owner will use the above written notification in determining the number of working days for which work was delayed during each month. C. At the end of each month, if the number of working days for which work was delayed due to adverse weather exceeds that shown in the above schedule, a Change Order will be executed which increases the Contract Time. The number of workdays delayed due to adverse weather or the impact thereof will then be converted to Calendar Days based on the contract completion day and date. This conversion assumes a 5-day work week, Mondays through Fridays, holidays excepted; should the Contractor have authorization to work weekends and/or holidays, then the method of conversion of workdays to calendar days would take this into consideration. The contract time period will then be increased by the number of calendar days calculated above and a new contract completion day and date will be set. D. The Contractor's schedule must reflect the above -anticipated adverse weather delays on all weather - dependent activities. E. While extensions of time shall be granted for "unusually severe" weather or climate conditions, the Owner shall make no monetary compensation for any costs to the Contractor arising out of such delays. The Contractor shall comply with the portions of the Contract Documents relating to his project schedule and amendments thereto which result from the "unusually severe" weather condition. F. Breakdowns in equipment or lack of performance by the Contractor will not be considered justification for an extension of time. Liquidated damages will be assessed as delineated elsewhere. G. The Contractor shall not be charged with liquidated damages or any excess cost when the delay in completion of the work is due to the following, and the Contractor has promptly given written notice of such delay to the Owner or Engineer. 1. To any preference, priority, or allocation order duly issued by the Owner. 2. To unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor, including but not restricted to, acts of God, or of the public enem y, acts of the Owner, acts of another Contractor in the perform ance of a cont ract with the Owner, fires, floods, epidem ics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, freight em bargoes, and abnorm al and unforeseeable weather as provided above; and 3. To any delays of Subcontractors occasioned by any of the causes specified in paragraphs 1 and 2, above. 1.05 City's Responsibility A. City's review is only for the purpose of checking conformity with the Contract Documents and assisting Contractor in coordinating the Work with the needs of the Project. B. It is not to be construed as relieving Contractor from any responsibility to determine the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures of construction as provided in the General Conditions. PART 2 - MATERIALS (Not Applicable) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable) PART 4 - MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT (Not Applicable) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01310 — CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES Page 3 of 3 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01330 — SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Shop Drawings A. Submit newly prepared inform ation drawn accurately to scale. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise indicate deviations from the Contract Docum ents. Do not reproduce Contract Documents or copy standard information as the basis of Shop Drawings . Standard inform ation prepared without specific reference to the Project is not a Shop Drawing. B. Shop Drawings include fabrication and installati on drawings, setting diagrams, schedules, patterns, templates, and similar drawings. Include the following information: 1. Dimensions. 2. Identification of products and materials included by sheet and detail number. 3. Compliance with specified standards. 4. Notation of coordination requirements. 5. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement. 6. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns and similar full-size Drawings, subm it Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by l I inches but no larger than 24 by 36 inches. 7. Submittal: Subm it 3 blue- or black -line prints and 2 additional prints where required for maintenance manuals, plus the number of prints needed by the Contractor for distribution . T he Owner's Representative will retain 2 prints and return the remainder. a. One of the prints returned shall be marked up and maintained as a "Record Document." 8. Do not use Shop Drawings without an appropriate final stamp indicating action taken. 1.02 Product Data A. Collect Product Data into a single subm ittal for each element of construction or system. Product Data includes printed inform ation, such as m anufacturer's installation instructions, catalog cuts, standard color charts, roughing -in diagrams and templates, standard wiring diagrams, and performance curves. 1. Mark each copy to show applicable choices and options. W here printed Product Data includes information on several products that are not required, m ark copies to indicate the applicable information. Include the following information: a. Manufacturer's printed recommendations. b. Compliance with trade association standards. c. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards. d. Application of testing agency labels and seals. e. Notation of dimensions verified by field measurement. f. Notation coordination requirements. 2. Do not subm it Product Data until com pliance with requirements of the Contract Documents has been confirmed. 3. Preliminary Subm ittal: Subm it a prelim inary singl e copy of Product Data where selection of options is required. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & IrrigationSECTION 01330 — SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES Page 1 of 3 4. Submittals: Subm it 2 copies of each require d subm ittal; subm it 4 copies where required for maintenance in anuals plus additional copies as needed by the Contractor for distribution . The Owner will retain one and will return the other marked with action taken and corrections or modifications required. 5. Distribution: Furnish copies of final subm ittal to installers, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, fabricators, and others required for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms. a. Do not proceed with installation until a copy of Product Data is in the Installer's possession. b. Do not permit use of unmarked copies of Product Data in connection with construction. 1.03 Samples A. Submit full-size, full -fabricated Samples cured and finished as specified and physically identical with the in aterial or product proposed. Sam ples include partial sections of in anufactured or fabricated components, cuts or containers of materials, color range sets, and swatches showing color, texture, and pattern. 1. Mount or display Samples in the manner to facilitate review of qualities indicated. Include the following: a. Specification Section number and reference. b. Generic description of the Sample. c. Sample source. d. Product name or name of the manufacturer. e. Compliance with recognized standards. f. Availability and delivery time. 2. Submit Samples for review of size, kind, color, pattern, and texture. Subm it Samples for a final check of these characteristics with other elem ents and a corn parison of these characteristics between the final submittal and the actual component as delivered and installed. a. Where variation in color, pattern, or other characteristic is inherent in the material or product represented, submit at least 3 multiple units that show approximate limits of the variations. b. Refer to other Specification Sections for requirements for Samples that illustrate workmanship, fabrication techniques, details of assembly, connections, operation, and similar construction characteristics. c. Refer to other Sections for Samples to be returned to the Contractor for incorporation in the Work. Such Samples must be undamaged at time of use. On the transmittal, indicated special requests regarding disposition of Sample submittals. d. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as the Owner's property, are the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the site prior to Substantial Completion. i. Preliminary Submittals: Submit a full set of c hoices where Samples are submitted for selection of color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics from a range of standard choices. The Owner will review and return preliminary submittals with the Owner's notation, indicating selection and other action. 4. Submittals: Except for Samples illustrating assembly details, workmanship, fabrication techniques, connections, operation, and sim ilar characteristics, submit 3 sets. The Owner will return one set marked with the action taken. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & IrrigationSECTION 01330 — SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES Page 2 of 3 5. Maintain sets of Samples, as returned, at th a Project Site, for quality com parisons throughout the course of construction. a. Unless noncompliance with Contract Document provisions is observed, the submittal may serve as the final submittal. b. Sample sets may be used to obtain final acceptance of the construction associated with each set. B. Distribution of Sam ples: Prepare and distribute additional sets to subcontractors, m anufacturers, fabricators, suppliers, installers, and others as required for performance of the Work. Show distribution on transmittal forms. 1.04 Quality Assurance Submittals A. Submit quality -control subm ittals, including design data , certifications, m anufacturer's instructions, manufacturer's field reports, and other quality-contro I submittals as required under other Sections of the Specifications. B. Certifications: Where other Sections of the Specifications require certification that a product, material, or installation complies with specified require ments, subm it a notarized certification from the manufacturer certifying compliance with specified requirements. 1. Signature: an officer of the m anufacturer or other authorized individual shall sign Certification documents. C. Inspection and Test Reports : Requirem ents for subm ittal of inspection and test reports from independent testing agencies are specified in Division 1 Sections "Quality Control" and "Testing," and in the applicable technical specifications. PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable) END OF SECTION 01330 Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & IrrigationSECTION 01330 — SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES Page 3 of 3 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01340 - SURVEY DATA PART 1-GENERAL 1.01 Survey Requirements A. Contractor is responsible for the layout of the Work. The City will not provide surveying. B. Base measurements, both horizontal and vertical, on established control points. Verify established control points at site prior to laying out the work. C. Perform layout of the Work with qualified personnel. 1. Stake pipes, sleeves and conduits at the following minimum locations: a. Irrigation/Utility Sleeves: Stake sleeves at end points and changes in horizontal alignment. b. Electrical Conduit: Stake conduit at end points and changes in horizontal alignment. c. Offset staking shall be for both alignment and grade. d. Contractor shall stake the piping and verify piping both for grade and alignment at each of the above locations. Keep field measurements in a field book to be turned in to Owner. Keeping of field book is a requirement for progress payment. 2. As a minimum, stake plazas, courts and pathways at grade changes, changes in horizontal alignment, and at 25 foot stations along sidewalk centerline. 3. As a minimum, stake drainage channel and swale alignments at changes in horizontal alignment, and at 25 foot stations along center of channel/swale and at the top of bank on both sides of the channel. 4. As a minimum, stake the fences at changes in horizontal alignment. 5. As a minimum, stake structures at corners and at column locations. 6. As a minimum, stake open areas/landscape areas at changes in vertical slope, and using 25 foot grid in smaller areas and at 100 foot grid in larger areas. 7. As a minimum, stake the top and bottom of berms and depressions at changes in horizontal alignment, and at 25 foot stations along the top and bottom of the slope around the perimeter of the berm or depression. 8. Refer to Drawings for earthwork requirements. D. Field books, notes, and other data developed by Contractor in performing surveys required by the Work will be available to City for examination throughout the construction period. 1.02 Submittals A. Submit to City survey data with other documentation required for final acceptance. PART 2 - MATERIALS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used) PART 4 - MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT (Not Used) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01340 —SURVEY DATA Page 1 of 1 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01400 - QUALITY CONTROL AND TESTING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 General A. Provide such equipment and facilities as the City may require for conducting field tests and for collecting and forwarding samples. Do not use materials or equipment represented by samples until tests, if required, have been made and the materials or equipment are found to be acceptable. A product that becomes unfit for use after approval hereof shall not be incorporated into the work. B. Materials or equipment proposed to be used may be tested at any time during their preparation or use. Furnish the required samples without charge and give sufficient notice of the placing of orders to permit the testing. Products may be sampled either prior to shipment or after being received at the site of the work. C. Tests shall be made by an accredited independent testing laboratory selected by the Contractor. Except as otherwise provided, sampling and testing of materials and the laboratory methods and testing equipment shall be in accordance with the latest standards and tentative methods of the American Society for Testing Materials (ASTM). D. Where additional or specified information concerning testing methods, sample sizes, etc., is required, such information is included under the applicable sections of the Specifications. Modification of, or elaboration on, these test procedures which may be included for specific materials under their respective sections in the Specifications shall take precedence over these procedures. 1.02 Transmittal of Test Reports A. Written reports of tests and engineering data furnished by Contractor for Engineer's review of materials and equipment proposed to be used in the work shall be submitted as specified for Shop Drawings. B. The testing laboratory retained by the Owner will furnish three (4) copies of a written report of each test performed by laboratory personnel in the field or laboratory. Two (2) copies of each test report will be transmitted to the Engineer and one (1) copy to the Contractor and (1) copy to the owner within seven (7) days after each test is completed. 1.03 City's Responsibilities A. The City shall be responsible for and shall pay the costs in connection with the following testing: 1. Soil Compaction Tests. 2. Trench Backfill. 3. Pipe Bedding and Structural Bedding. 4. Tests not called for by the Specifications 5. Concrete, mortar and grout tests. 1.04 Contractor's Responsibilities A. In addition to those inspections and tests called for in the General Conditions, Contractor shall also be responsible for and shall pay the costs associated with testing required for the following: 1. Performance and field testing specifically called for by the specifications. 2. Re -testing for Work or materials found defective or unsatisfactory, including tests covered under 1.03 above. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01400 — QUALITY CONTROL AND TESTING Page 1 of 2 3. Testing of pipe (if required). 4. Vacuum testing of manholes (if required). 5. Concrete materials and mix designs. 6. Gradation tests for embedment, fill and backfill materials. 7. Material Substitution - tests for basic material or fabrication of equipment offered as a substitution for a specified item on which a test may be required in order to prove it compliance with the specifications. Nothing contained herein is intended to imply that the Contractor does not have the right to have tests performed on any material at any time for his/her own information and job control so long as the Owner does not assume responsibility for the cost or for giving them consideration when appraising quality materials. 1.05 Contractor's Quality Control System A. General: The Contractor shall establish a quality control system to perform sufficient inspection and tests of items of work, including that of his subcontractors, to ensure conformance to the functional performance of this project. This control shall be established for construction except where the Contract Documents provide for specific compliance tests by testing laboratories or engineers employed by the City. Contractor's control system shall specifically include testing required by the various sections of the Specifications. B. Contractor's quality control system is the means_by which he assures himself that his construction complies with the requirements of the Contract Documents. Controls shall be adequate to cover the construction operations and should be keyed to the proposed construction schedule. C. Records: maintain correct records on an appropriate form for inspections and tests performed, instructions received from the City and actions taken as a result of those instructions. These records shall include evidence that the required inspections or tests have been performed (including type and number of inspections or test, nature of defects, causes for rejection, etc.) proposed or directed remedial action, and corrective action taken. Document inspections and tests as required by each section of the Specifications. Provide copies to City in a reasonable time. D. Pipe alignment and grade is to be maintained through the use of suitable surveying instruments or laser equipment operated continuously during construction. Horizontal tolerances of + 0.3 feet and vertical tolerances of+ 0.1 feet maximum deviation from plan and construction staking are to be maintained, except that visible "snaking" of the horizontal alignment and changes in directions of slope will not be permitted. PART 2 - MATERIALS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used) PART 4 - MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT (Not Used) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01400 — QUALITY CONTROL AND TESTING Page 2 of 2 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01500 - TEMPORARY CONTROLS 1.01 Noise Control A. Take reasonable measures to avoid unnecessary noise when construction activities are being performed in populated areas. B. Construction machinery and vehicles shall be equipped with practical sound muffling devices, and operated in a manner to cause the least noise consistent with efficient performance of the work. C. Cease operation of all machinery and vehicles between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. 1.02 Dust Control A. Dusty materials in piles or in transit shall be covered to prevent blowing. B. Earth and road surfaces subject to dusting due to construction activities and detouring of traffic shall be kept moist with water or by application of a chemical dust suppressant. 1. Chemical dust suppressant shall not be injurious to existing or future vegetation. 1.03 Pollution Control A. Prevent the pollution of drains and watercourses by sanitary wastes, concrete, sediment, debris and other substances resulting from construction activities. I . Retain spent oils, hydraulic fluids and other petroleum fluids in containers for disposal off the site. 2. Prevent sediment, debris or other substances from entering sanitary sewers, storm drains and culverts. 1.04 Erosion Control A. Take such measures as are necessary to prevent erosion of soil that might result from construction activities. 1. Measures in general will include: a. Control of runoff. b. Trapping of sediment. c. Minimizing area and duration of soil exposure. d. Temporary materials such as hay bales, sandbags, plastic sheets, riprap or culverts to prevent the erosion of banks and beds of watercourse s or drainage swales where runoff will be increased due to construction activities. B. Preserve natural vegetation to the greatest extent possible, except where otherwise noted. C. Locate temporary storage and route construction traffic so as to preserve vegetation and minimize erosion. D. Comply with the City of Fort Collins' Storm Drainage Erosion Control Manual. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01500 — TEMPORARY CONTROLS Page 1 of 1 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01510 - TEMPORARY UTILITIES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Utilities A. Furnish utilities necessary for construction including, but not limited to temporary electric power and pay cost associated with utilities during and used for the contract period. Temporary utilities installation shall meet the construction safety requirements of OSHA, State and local governing agencies. 1.02 Water A. Contractor is responsible for obtaining water for construction and shall pay costs associated with establishing a temporary meter used during construction. 1.03 Sanitary Facilities A. Furnish temporary sanitary facilities at the site in the vicinity of the construction for the needs of construction workers and others performing work or furnishing services on the Project. B. Properly maintain sanitary facilities of reasonable capacity throughout construction periods. C. Enforce the use of such sanitary facilities by all personnel at the site. D. Obscure sanitary facilities from public view to the greatest extent practical. PART 2 - MATERIALS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used) PART 4 - MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT (Not Used) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01510 - TEMPORARY UTILITIES Page 1 of 1 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01570 -TRAFFIC CONTROL PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 General A. Traffic Control necessary to complete the project will be provided by the Contractor and will not be paid for separately. .B. The Contractor must coordinate with adjacent residents to provide and maintain them sufficient access during the duration of the project. It will be the Contractor's responsibility to coordinate and communicate with the residents during construction. C. Keep traffic areas free of excavated material, construction equipment, pipe, and other materials and equipment. D. Keep fire hydrants and utility control devices free from obstruction and available for use. E. Conduct operations in a manner to avoid unnecessary interference with public and private roads and drives. F. Provide and maintain temporary approaches or crossings at streets, businesses, and residences. G. Keep roads open and in acceptable condition, unless closure or detour has been approved by City's Traffic Control Coordinator 72 hours prior to closure or detour. H. The pedestrian access route shall be kept free of excavated material, construction equipment, obstructions, and other materials. I. Post signs around the perimeter of the construction site to restrict public access. 1.02 Warning Signs and Lights A. Provide suitable barricades and warning signs for: 1. Open trenches and other excavations. 2. Obstructions, such as material piles, equipment, piled embankment. 1.03 Parking A. Provide suitable parking areas for the use of construction workers and others performing work or furnishing services in connection with the Project so as to avoid interference with private property, public traffic; City's operations, or construction activities. Such parking shall occur on the project site or another suitable location, approved by the City. PART 2 - MATERIALS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used) PART 4 - MEASUREMENT & PAYMENT (Not Used) END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01570 -TRAFFIC CONTROL Page 1 of 1 9. Acceptance Not Waiver. The City's approval or acceptance of, or payment for any of the services shall not be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights or benefits provided to the City under this Agreement or cause of action arising out of performance of this Agreement. 10. Warranty. a. Service Provider warrants that all work performed hereunder shall be performed with the highest degree of competence and care in accordance with accepted standards for work of a similar nature. b. Unless otherwise provided in the Agreement, all materials and equipment incorporated into any work shall be new and, where not specified, of the most suitable grade of their respective kinds for their intended use, and all workmanship shall be acceptable to City. C. Service Provider warrants all equipment, materials, labor and other work, provided under this Agreement, except City -furnished materials, equipment and labor, against defects and nonconformances in design, materials and workmanship/workwomanship for a period beginning with the start of the work and ending twelve (12) months from and after final acceptance under the Agreement, regardless whether the same were furnished or performed by Service Provider or by any of its subcontractors of any tier. Upon receipt of written notice from City of any such defect or nonconformances, the affected item or part thereof shall be redesigned, repaired or replaced by Service Provider in a manner and at a time acceptable to City. 11. Default. Each and every term and condition hereof shall be deemed to be a material element of this Agreement. In the event either party should fail or refuse to perform according to the terms of this agreement, such party may be declared in default thereof. 12. Remedies. In the event a party has been declared in default, such defaulting party shall be allowed a period of ten (10) days within which to cure said default. In the event the default remains uncorrected, the party declaring default may elect to (a) terminate the Agreement and seek damages; (b) treat the Agreement as continuing and require specific performance; or (c) avail himself of any other remedy at law or equity. If the non -defaulting party commences legal or 3 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01600 — MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Related Documents A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.02 Summary A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements governing the Contractor's selection of products for use in the Project. 1.03 Definitions A. Definitions used in this Article are not intended to change the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents, such as "specialties," "systems," "structure," "finishes," "accessories," and similar terms. Such terms are self-explanatory and have well -recognized meanings in the construction industry. 1. "Products" are items purchased for incorporation in the Work, whether purchased for the Project or taken from previously purchased stock. The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "systems," and terms of similar intent. 2. "Materials" are products substantially shaped, cut, worked, mixed, finished, refined, or otherwise fabricated, processed, or installed to form a part of the Work. 3. "Equipment" is a product with operational parts, whether motorized or manually operated, that requires service connections, such as wiring or piping. 1.04 Submittals A. Product List: Prepare a list showing products specified in tabular form acceptable to the Owner. Include generic names of products required. Include the manufacturer's name and proprietary product names for each item listed. 1. Coordinate product list with the Contractor's Construction Schedule and the Schedule of Submittals. Form: Prepare product list with information on each item tabulated under the following column headings: a. Related Specifications Section number. b. Generic name used in Contract Documents. C. Proprietary name, model number, and similar designations. d. Manufacturer's name and address. e. Supplier's name and address. f. Installer's name and address. g. Projected delivery date or time span of delivery period. 3. Complete List: Within 15 days after date of commencement of the Work, submit 3 copies of the completed product list. Provide a written explanation for omissions of data and for known variations from Contract requirements. 4. Owner's Action: The Owner will respond in writing to Contractor within 2 weeks of receipt of the completed product list. No response within this period constitutes no objection to listed manufacturers or products, but does not constitute a waiver of the requirement that products Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01600 — MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT Page 1 of 3 comply with Contract Documents. The Owner's response will include a list of unacceptable product selections, containing a brief explanation of reasons for this action. 1.06 Quality Assurance A. Source Limitations: To the fullest extent possible, provide products of the same kind from a single source. B. Compatibility of Options: When the Contractor is given the option of seeking between 2 or more products for use on the Project, the product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, even if previously selected products were also options. C. Foreign Product Limitations: Except under one or more of the following conditions provide domestic products, not foreign products, for inclusion in the Work: 1. Not available domestic product complies with the Contract Documents. 2. Domestic products that comply with the Contract Documents are available only at prices or terms substantially higher than foreign products that comply with the Contract Documents. 1.06 Product Delivery, Storage and Handling A. Delivery, store, and handle products according to the manufacturer's recommendations, using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss, including theft. 1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at the site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces. 2. Coordinate delivery with installation time to assure minimum holding time for items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft, and other losses. 3. Delivery products to the site in an undamaged condition in the manufacturer's original sealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing. 4. Inspect products upon delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected. 5. Store products at the site in a manner that will facilitate inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units. 6. Store heavy materials away from the Project structure in a manner that will not endanger the supporting construction. 7. Store products subject to damage by the elements above ground, under cover in a weather -tight enclosure, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.01 Product Selection A. General Product Requirements: Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, that are undamaged and, unless otherwise indicated, new at the time of installation. B. Product Selection procedures: The Contract Documents and governing regulations govern product selection. Procedures governing product selection include the following: 1. Proprietary Specification Requirements: Where Specifications name only a single product or manufacturer, provide the product indicated. No substitutions will be permitted. 2. Semi -proprietary Specification Requirements: Where Specifications name 2 or more products or manufacturers or where Specifications specify products or manufacturers by name, accompanied by the term "or equal" or "or approved equivalent," provide one of the products listed or comply Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01600 — MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT Page 2 of 3 with the Contract Document provisions concerning "substitutions" or obtain approval for use of an unnamed product. 3. Nonproprietary Specification Requirements: When Specifications list products or manufacturers that are available and may be incorporated in the Work, but do not restrict the Contractor to use these products only, the Contractor may propose any available product that complies with Contract requirements. Comply with Contract Document provisions concerning "substitutions" to obtain approval for use of an unnamed product. 4. Descriptive Specification Requirements: Where Specifications describe a product or name, provide a product or assembly that provides the characteristics and otherwise complies with Contract requirements. 5. Compliance with Standards, Codes, and Regulations: Where Specifications only require compliance with an imposed code, standard, or regulation, select a product that complies with the standards, codes, or regulations specified. 6. Visual Matching: Where Specifications require matching an established Sample, the Owner's decision will be final on whether a proposed product matches satisfactorily. 7. Visual Selection: Where specified product requirements include the phrase "... as selected from manufacturer's standard colors, patterns, textures..." or a similar phrase, select a product and manufacturer that complies with other specified requirements. The Owner will select the color, pattern, and texture from the product line selected. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Installation of Products A. Comply with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations for installation of products in the applications indicated. Anchor each product securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other Work. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01600 —MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT Page 3 of 3 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01700 — CONTRACT CLOSEOUT PART 1 — GENERAL 1.01 Related Documents A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including general and supplem entary conditions and other Division 1 specification sections, apply to this section. 1.02 Summary A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Inspection procedures. 2. Project record document submittal. 3. Operation and maintenance manual submittal. 4. Submittal of warranties. 9. Final cleaning. 10. As -built drawings B. Closeout requirements for specific construction activ ities are included in the appropriate Sections in Divisions 2 through 16. 1.03 Substantial Completion A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Corn pletion, complete the following. List exceptions in the request. l . In the Application for Payment that coincides with, or first follows, the date Substantial Completion is claimed, show 100 percent completion for the portion of the Work claimed as substantially complete. 2. Advise the Owner of pending insurance changeover requirements. 3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance agreements, final certifications, and similar documents. 4. Obtain and submit releases enabling the Owner unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases. 5. Submit record drawings, maintenance manuals, final project photographs, damage or settlement surveys, property surveys, and similar final record information. 6. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra stock, and similar items. 7. Make final changeover of permanent locks and transmit keys to the Owner. Advise the Owner's personnel of changeover in security provisions. 8. Complete startup testing of systems and instruction of the Owner's operation and maintenance personnel. Discontinue and remove temporary facilities from the site, along with mockups, construction tools, and similar elements. 9. Complete final cleanup requirements, including touchup painting. 11. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01700 —CONTRACT CLOSEOUT Page 1 of 5 B. Inspection Procedures: On receipt of a request for inspection, the Owner will either, proceed with inspection or advise the Contractor of unfilled requirements. The Owner will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion following inspection or advise the Contractor of construction that in ust be completed or corrected before the certificate will be issued. 1. If the Owner's Representative determines that the work is not substantially complete at the time of review or that deficiencies remain at time of compliance review, the Contractor shall pay for the additional review(s) by Owner's Representative. 2. Results of the completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for final acceptance. 1.04 Final Acceptance A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for certification of final acceptance and final payment, complete the following. List exceptions in the request. l . Submit the final payment request with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted. Include insurance certificates for products and completed operations where required. 2. Submit an updated final statement, accounting for final additional changes to the Contract Sum. 3. Submit a certified copy of the Owner's final inspection list of items to be completed or corrected, endorsed and dated by the Owner. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance and shall be endorsed and dated by the Owner. 4. Submit final meter readings for utilities, a measured record of stored fuel, and similar data as of the date of Substantial Completion or when the Owner took possession of and assumed responsibility for corresponding elements of the Work. 5. Submit consent of surety to final payment. 12. Submit a final liquidated damages settlement statement. 13. Submit as -built drawings and an as -built site survey with a 1 foot contour interval, high points, low points, ridges, and horizontal and vertical utility locations including invert elevations. 14. Submit as -built drawings of the stormwater detention pond, prepared by a licensed survey, certifying that the pond meets or exceeds the minimum storage and other physical requirements. 15. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements. B. Reinspection Procedure: The Owner will reinspect the Work upon receipt of notice that the Work, including inspection list items from earlier inspections, has been completed, except for items whose completion is delayed under circumstances acceptable to the Owner. l . Upon completion of reinspection, the Owner will prepare a certificate of final acceptance. If the Work is incomplete, the Owner will advise the Contractor of Work that is incomplete or of obligations that have not been fulfilled but are required for final acceptance. 2. If necessary, reinspection will be repeated. The cost of additional inspections shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. 1.05 Record Document Submittals A. General: Do not use record documents for construction purposes. Protect record documents from deterioration and loss in a secure, fire-resistant location. Provide access to record documents for the Owner's reference during normal working hours. B. Record Drawings: Maintain a clean, undamaged set of blue or black line white -prints of Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings. Mark the set to show the actual installation where the installation varies substantially from the Work as originally shown. Mark which drawing is most capable of showing Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01700 — CONTRACT CLOSEOUT Page 2 of 5 conditions fully and accurately. Where Shop Drawings are used, record a cross-reference at the corresponding location on the Contract Drawings. Give particular attention to concealed elements that would be difficult to measure and record at a later date. 1. Mark record sets with red erasable pencil. Use other colors to distinguish between variations in separate categories of the Work. 2. Mark new information that is important to the Owner but was not shown on Contract Drawings or Shop Drawings. 3. Note related change -order numbers where applicable. 4. Organize record drawing sheets into manageable sets. Bind sets with durable -paper cover sheets; print suitable titles, dates, and other identification on the cover of each set. 5. Prior to Contract Closeout, obtain from the Owner a digital copy of the AutoCAD bid documents. Using AutoCAD v. 2004 (or later version), the Contractor shall transpose information contained on the Record Drawings maintained on site to the AutoCAD drawings. 6. The contractor shall the provide a reproducible mylar copy of the Record Drawings and a copy of the digital files to the Owner's Reprsentative. Label each sheet "Record Drawing." On the first sheet, the Contractor or resident Superintendent shall execute the following statement: Having reviewed this document and all attachments, I affirm that, to the best of my knowledge, the information presented here is true and accurate. Signed: Position: Date: C. Record Specifications: Maintain one complete copy of the Project Manual, including addenda. Include with the Project Manual one copy of other written construction documents, such as Change Orders and modifications issued in printed form during construction. l . Mark these docum ents to show substantial vari ations in actual W ork performed in comparison with the text of the Specifications and modifications. 2. Give particular attention to substitutions and se lection of options and inform ation on concealed construction that cannot otherwise be readily discerned later by direct observation. 3. Note related record drawing information and Product Data. 4. Upon completion of the Work, submit record Specifications to the Owner. D. Record Product Data: Maintain one copy of each Product Data submittal. Note related Change Orders and markup of record drawings and Specifications. 1. Mark these documents to show significant variations in actual Work performed in comparison with information subm itted. Include variations in products delivered to the site and from the manufacturer's installation instructions and recommendations. 2. Give particular attention to concealed products a nd portions of the Work that cannot otherwise be readily discerned later by direct observation. 3. Upon completion of markup, submit complete set of record Product Data to the Owner. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01700 — CONTRACT CLOSEOUT Page 3 of 5 E. Miscellaneous Record Submittals: Refer to other Specification Sections for requirements of miscellaneous record keeping and submittals in connection with actual performance of Work. Immediately prior to the date or dates of Substantial Completion, complete miscellaneous records and place in good order. Identify miscellaneous records properly and bind or file, ready for continued use and reference. Submit to the Owner. F. Maintenance Manuals: Organize operation and maintenance data into suitable sets of manageable size. Bind properly indexed data in individual, heavy-duty, 2-inch (51-mm), 3-ring, vinyl -covered binders, with pocket folders for folded sheet information. Mark appropriate identification on front and spine of each binder. Include the following types of information: 1. Emergency instructions. 2. Spare parts list. 3. Copies of warranties. 4. Wiring diagrams. 5. Recommended "turn -around" cycles. 6. Inspection procedures. 7. Shop Drawings and Product Data. 1.06 Warranties and Bonds A. Provide duplicate notarized copies. Maintain copies of Contractor's submittals and assemble documents executed by subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers. Provide table of contents and assemble in binder with durable plastic cover. B. Submit material prior to final application for payment. For items of Work delayed materially beyond date of substantial completion, provide updated submittal within ten days after acceptance, listing date of acceptance as start of warranty period. 1.07 Final Payment A. The Contractor shall submit written certification that Contract Documents Work has been reviewed and that Work is complete in accordance with Contract Documents and ready for Owner Representative's review. B. In addition to submittals required by the conditions of the Contract provide submittals required by governing authorities, and submit a final statement of accounting giving total adjusted Contract Sum, previous payments and sum remaining due. C. Owner's Representative will issue a final Change Order reflecting approved adjustments to Contract Sum not previously made by Change Order. D. Retainage will be held until advertisement for liens and encumbrances is completed. PART 2 — PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) PART 3 — EXECUTION 3.01 Closeout Procedures A. Operation and Maintenance Instructions: Arrange for each Installer of equipment that requires regular maintenance to meet with the Owner's personnel to provide instruction in proper operation and maintenance. Provide instruction by manufacturer's representatives if installers are not experienced in operation and maintenance procedures. Include a detailed review of the following items: 1. Maintenance manuals. 2. Record documents. 3. Spare parts and materials. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01700 — CONTRACT CLOSEOUT Page 4 of 5 4. Tools. 5. Lubricants. 6. Fuels. 7. Identification systems. 8. Control sequences. 9. Hazards. 10. Cleaning. 11. Warranties and bonds. 12. Maintenance agreements and similar continuing commitments. B. As part of instruction for operating equipment, demonstrate the following procedures: 1. Startup. 2. Shutdown. 3. Emergency operations. 4. Noise and vibration adjustments. 5. Safety procedures. 6. Economy and efficiency adjustments. 7. Effective energy utilization. 3.02 Final Cleaning A. General: The General Conditions require general cleaning during construction. Regular site cleaning is included in Division 1. B. Cleaning: Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning. Clean each surface or unit to the condition expected in a normal, commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's instructions. 1. Complete the following cleaning operations befo re requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion. C. Removal of Protection: Remove temporary protection and facilities installed for protection of the Work during construction. 1. Remove labels that are not permanent labels. 2. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard -surfaced finishes to a dust -free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition. Leave concrete floors broom clean. 3. Wipe surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment. Remove excess lubrication and other substances. Clean plumbing fixtures to a sanitary condition. Clean light fixtures and lamps. 4. Clean the site, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, litter, and other foreign substances. Sweep paved areas broom clean; remove stains, spills, and other foreign deposits. Rake grounds that are neither paved nor planted to a smooth, even -textured surface. D. Compliance: Comply with regulations of authorities having jurisdiction and safety standards for cleaning. Do not burn waste materials. Do not bury debris or excess materials on the Owner's property. Do not discharge volatile, harmful, or dangerous materials into drainage systems. Remove waste materials from the site and dispose of lawfully. 1. Where extra m aterials of value rem ain after co mpletion of associated W ork, they becom a the Owner's property. Dispose of these materials as directed by the Owner. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01700 — CONTRACT CLOSEOUT Page 5 of 5 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01800 — DEFINITION OF BID ITEMS The following items describe the scope of work for this contract and are further clarified through limit -of -work lines, notes on the drawings and specifications. The work described in each Bid Item may contain work from one or several technical specifications sections. The contractor shall refer to the technical specifications that apply to the individual components. Bid Item 1 — Mobilization: Includes overhead, mobilization, marshalling, disassembly and security of items indicated on the plans or specifications and other related items or incidental work or costs necessary for the completion of the described elements. Bid item includes work associated with mobilization as a complete item. Bid Item 2 — Landscape: Contractor shall furnish required labor, materials, excavation, backfill, equipment, implements, testing, parts and supplies necessary for, or appurtenant to installation of items in accordance with the drawings, and specifications. Bid item includes work associated with furnishing and installing the items on the basis of each item installed complete. Does not include irrigation. Bid Item 3 — Irrigation System: Contractor shall furnish required labor, materials, trenching, backfilling, equipment, implements, testing, parts and supplies necessary for, or appurtenant to installation of irrigation system in accordance with the drawings and specifications. Bid item includes work associated with installing sleeves, piping, fittings, wiring, controls, valves, sprinkler heads, coordination, startup testing/training of the irrigation system for Owner, for the Irrigation System as a complete bid item. Additive Alternative 1 — Replace Seed with Sod: Contractor shall furnish required labor, materials, trenching, backfilling, equipment, implements, testing, parts and supplies necessary for, or appurtenant to replacing the fescue seed installation with installation of fescue sod in accordance with the drawings and specifications. Bid item includes work associated with furnishing and installing the items on the basis of each item installed complete. END OF SECTION END OF DIVISION I Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01800 - DEFINITION OF BID ITEMS Page 1 of 1 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02111 —SITE PREPARATION AND CONDITIONING PART 1-GENERAL 1.01 Work Included A. The contract work to be performed under this section consists of furnishing the required labor, materials, equipment, implements, parts and supplies, reconditioning, compaction, wetting or drying, and finish grading, as shown on the plans necessary for, or appurtenant to the site preparation 1.02 Related Sections A. Section 02235 - Topsoil PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01 Subgrade Materials A. Strip and remove existing vegetation, debris, and other deleterious materials from proposed building, court areas and pavement areas. Exposed surfaces should be free of mounds and depressions, which could prevent uniform compaction. B. Stripped materials consisting of vegetation and organic materials should be wasted from the site, or used to revegetate landscaped areas or exposed slopes after the completion of grading operations. If it is necessary to dispose of organic materials on -site, they should be placed in non- structural areas and in fill sections not exceeding 5 feet in height. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Site Clearing A. Where present, trees, bushes, and a minimum of topsoil will be stockpiled on the site. The area will be graded to the required depth to accommodate the base and concrete thickness and provide a uniform slope at plus or minus one tenth of a foot (+. F). 3.02 Site Preparation A. Strip and remove existing debris or other deleterious materials from proposed building areas. Exposed surfaces should be free of mounds and depressions that could prevent uniform compaction. B. If unstable conditions develop, workability may be improved by scarifying and drying. Overexcavation of wet zones and replacement with granular materials may be necessary. C. Temporary dewatering will be required for excavations approaching or in the groundwater. Use of lime, fly ash, kiln dust, cement or geotextiles may be used as a stabilization technique. Laboratory evaluation is recommended to determine the effect of chemical stabilization on subgrade soils prior to construction. Lightweight excavation equipment may be required to reduce subgrade pumping. 3.03 Subgrade Preparation A. Required moisture content and compaction of subgrade soils shall be maintained until construction of the related improvement. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02111 — SITE PREPARATION Page 1 of 2 equitable actions against the defaulting party, the defaulting party shall be liable to the non - defaulting party for the non -defaulting party's reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred because of the default. 13. Binding Effect. This writing, together with the exhibits hereto, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and shall be binding upon said parties, their officers, employees, agents and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of the respective survivors, heirs, personal representatives, successors and assigns of said parties. 14. Indemnity/Insurance. a. The Service Provider agrees to indemnify and save harmless the City, its officers, agents and employees against and from any and all actions, suits, claims, demands or liability of any character whatsoever brought or asserted for injuries to or death of any person or persons, or damages to property arising out of, result from or occurring in connection with the performance of any service hereunder. b. The Service Provider shall take all necessary precautions in performing the work hereunder to prevent injury to persons and property. c. Without limiting any of the Service Provider's obligations hereunder, the Service Provider shall provide and maintain insurance coverage naming the City as an additional insured under this Agreement of the type and with the limits specified within Exhibit C, consisting of one (1) page, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. The Service Provider before commencing services hereunder, shall deliver to the City's Director of Purchasing and Risk Management, P. O. Box 580 Fort Collins, Colorado 80522 one copy of a certificate evidencing the insurance coverage required from an insurance company acceptable to the City. 15. Entire Agreement. This Agreement, along with all Exhibits and other documents incorporated herein, shall constitute the entire Agreement of the parties. Covenants or representations not contained in this Agreement shall not be binding on the parties.. 16. Law/Severability. The laws of the State of Colorado shall govern the construction 0 B. The contractor shall alert the owner of soft spots or structures that could affect the stability of the slab. C. Subgrade compaction and moisture tests shall be performed by a qualified professional prior to installation of the related improvement. Defective work shall be corrected as directed by the Owner's Representative. 3.04 Fine Grade A. Elevation of base material for spray park concrete shall be controlled using automatic laser - regulated equipment capable of providing a true accurate to plus or minus one -quarter inch END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02111 — SITE PREPARATION Page 2 of 2 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02210 — EARTHWORK AND GRADING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Work Included A. The Contractor shall furnish labor, materials, tools, equipment and perform work and services necessary for earthwork and grading in the quantities required. Furnish and install supplementary or miscellaneous items, appurtenances and devices incidental to or necessary for a healthy, sound, and complete, craftsman -like installation. Work to include: 1. Grading to contours, cutting and filling, 2. Establishment of subgrades. 3. Maintenance of Erosion Control Measures 1.02 Related Sections A. Section 01200 - Measurement and Payment: Requirements applicable to unit prices for the work of this section. B. Section 01400 — Quality Control and Testing: Testing fill compaction. C. Section 02111 —Site Preparation and Conditioning 1.03 Quality Assurance A. Reference Standards: Standards listed hereunder and referenced elsewhere in these specifications shall become a part of this specification and are incorporated herein by reference. The latest edition, amendment or supplement thereto in effect thirty (30) days before date of invitation shall apply. 1. American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO). 2. American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM). 1.04 Project Record Documents A. Submit under provisions of Section 01700. B. Accurately record actual locations of utilities by horizontal 'dimensions, elevations or inverts, and slope gradients. 1.05 Submittals A. Testing and Inspection Service: Owner will engage soil testing and inspection service for quality control testing of soil compaction during earthwork operations, as required under City rules and regulations. Contractor will coordinate schedules with the Owner in order to allow for adequate time to conduct tests. Soil compaction and moisture content test of areas to receive paving must be performed within 48 hours of when flatwork begins. 1.07 Job Conditions A. Site Information: The soil boring tests indicated subsurface conditi ons are not intended as representations or warranties of accuracy or continuity between so it borings. It is expressly understood that the Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02210 — EARTHWORK AND GRADING Page 1 of 6 Owner will not be responsible for interpretations or conclusions drawn by Contractor. Data are made available for information only. 2. Soil investigation and test reports are available for examination at the Owner's office. 3. Additional test borings and other exploratory opertions may be made by the Contractor at no cost to the Owner. B. Underground Conditions: Protect from dam age any underground pipes, utilities or structures encountered during construction. Restore any dam aged underground obstructions to their original condition at no additional expense to the Ownerunless evidence of other arrangements satisfactory to all parties are presented to the Owner. 2. Before commencing work, obtain information concerning location, type, and extent of concealed existing utilities on the site and adjacent proper ties. Consult records and personnel of Owner, local utility com panies, in unicipal utility departments, cable TV com pany, and telephone company. File a notice of excavation with these agencies at least two business days prior to commencing work. 3. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to verify actual locations and to protect or restore all underground obstructions encountered. 1.08 Sheeting, Shoring, and Bracing: A. Except where banks are cut back on a stable slope, provide and maintain all sheeting and shoring necessary to protect adjoining grades and structures from caving, sliding, erosion, or other, damage in accordance with applicable codes and governing authorities. B. Remove sheeting and shoring gradually as excavation backfilling progresses to protect the construction or other structures, utilities, or property. 1.09 Blasting A. No blasting will be permitted. 1.10 Drainage A. Maintain the excavations and site free from water throughout the course of the work. B. Discharge water shall not be allowed to flow directly into Fossil Creek. Discharge water shall be cycled through the on -site water quality pond(s) or into the existing ponds. 1.11 Interruption of Service A. Coordinate interruption of utility services with the Owner. Make connections to the existing system requiring the interruption of service during the time (weekends, nights, or holidays) designated by the Owner. B. Obtain permission to cut and replace existing service lines. Notify affected user two hours in advance of and restore service within four hours after any interruption. Repair all lines at no additional expense to the Owner. C. No valve or other control on the existing system shall be operated without permission of the Owner. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02210 — EARTHWORK AND GRADING Page 2 of 6 1.12 Limit of Operations A. The Contractor will limit his operations to only those areas identified on the drawings. If the remaining area of the site is disturbed, in the opinion of the Owner, the Contractor will repair and reseed the disturbed area. All costs of this work will be borne solely by the Contractor. B. If unauthorized over -excavation occurs, the Contractor shall be responsible for the repair of the area, backfilling with approved material, and compacting to the specified density. 1.13 Erosion Control A. The contractor shall submit an Erosion Control Plan for this project. Submit timing and sequence for proposed earth changes. Submit description and location of proposed temporary erosion control measures for water and wind erosion, including: control of surface runoff, protection of adjacent properties, and minimize disruption by heavy equipment. For further information, refer to the City of Fort Collins Erosion Control Manual. PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01 Suitable Materials A. Soil materials, whether from sources on or off site, must be approved as suitable for intended use and specifically for fill and backfill. All materials for construction fills and backfills shall meet specified requirements for gradation and other factors defining suitability for the intended use. All classes of suitable material shall be free from perishable matter, debris, frozen materials and stones and cemented pieces larger than permitted by the specified gradation. Suitable materials are defined as follows: Topsoil: Topsoil shall be selectively excavated, loose, friable and reasonably free of admixtures of subsoil, refuse, stum ps, roots, rocks, brus h, weeds, or other in aterial which would be detrimental to the development of vegetative growth Topsoil shall be defined as the top 6 inches of soil found on the site and stockpiled and taken from designated on -site sources. 2. Fill and Backfill Material : Fills and backfills that are not otherwise specified herein shall be constructed with suitable excavated materials of clays, silts, sands, gravels, bedrock pieces, or combinations thereof which contain 100 percent particles smaller than 4 inches. This in aterial shall be placed in accordance with the requirements hereinafter specified. 2.02 Unsuitable Materials A. Material containing perishable matter, such as roots, sod, grass, decayed vegetable matter, debris, frozen material, or materials having unsatisfactory compaction characteristics will be classified as unsuitable for fill material use in the work. Materials which are unsuitable due to excessive moisture or incorrect gradation may be reclaimed if brought into specification by screening, manipulation, aerating, or blending with other suitable soils. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PREPARATION: A. Field Measurements: Before commencing work, locate all baselines and coordinates required for control of the work, establish required grade staking for control of excavation, fill, and embankment construction. Field verify by excavation the location of all utility crossings, services connections, and connections to existing lines before proceeding with earthwork. B. Layout Lines and Levels: Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02210 — EARTHWORK AND GRADING Page 3 of 6 1. Verify that survey bench mark and intended elevations for the Work are as indicated. 2. The drawings indicate existing elevations and proposed elevations. The existing elevations and elevations to be established are given for the convenience of the Contractor to assist him in arriving at the quantities of excavation, grading, and backfilling, etc. 3. Before earthwork operations are started, all constriction items shall be completely staked out br the Owner—s approval. For any area with a two percent slope or flatter, the Contractor shall lay out a 50-foot on -center grid and calculate the exact elevation at every intersection of the grid lines. These calculations will be approved by the Owner. 4. Preliminary grade stakes for subgrade elevations shall be set at 50 feet on -center for: the center line of walks, all drainage swales, breaks in grad, spot elevations, and as otherwise required to complete the work of this section to the elevations shown onthe Drawings or as modified in the field by the Owner. 5. Protect bench marks, temporary benchmarks, survey control points, sidewalks, paving, curbs, existing above and below grade utilities, and existing vegetation that is to renain from excavating equipment and vehicular traffic. 3.02 Subsoil Excavation A. Excavate subsoil from areas to be further excavated for concrete paving, sand playground, volleyball pit, and skinned infield area. B. Do not excavate wet subsoil or excavate and process wet material to obtain optimum moisture content. C. When excavating through roots, perform work by hand and cut roots with sharp axe. D. Perform excavation of every description to the lines and grades indicated on the drawings. 3.03 Filling A. Install Work in accordance with the Geotechnical Engineering Report, and in accordance with the City of Fort Collins standards. D. Fill areas to contours and elevations with unfrozen materials. C. Place fill material on continuous horizontal layers and compact in accordance with the following schedule: Material Minimum Percent Compaction (ASTM D698) Subgrade soils beneath fill areas 95 On -site soils or approved imported fill Beneath slabs 95 Beneath pavements 95 Utilities 95 Miscellaneous backfill 90 D. Clay soils placed beneath pavement should be compacted within a moisture content range of 2 percent below to 2 percent above optimum. E. Granular soils should be compacted within a moisture content range of 3 percent below to 3 percent above optimum unless modified by the project geotechnical engineer. F. Maintain optimum moisture content of fill materials to attain required compaction density throughout the lift. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02210 — EARTHWORK AND GRADING Page 4 of 6 G. Slope grade away from building minimum 2%, unless noted otherwise. H. Make grade changes gradual. Blend slope into level areas. I. Remove surplus fill materials from site. J. In areas to receive paving in place of material, scarify to a depth of 6 inches and compact to the specified density, to the required subgrade elevation. K. In areas to receive paving over 1 foot or more of compacted fill as shown on the drawings, the above requirement is waived. L. In fill areas, the natural soil should be scarified to a depth of 6 inches and recompacted to the specified density, except as specified for paved areas above. M. Spread approved fill material uniformly in layers not greater than 8 inches (6 inches for pond liner) or loose thickness over entire fill area. N. Suspend fill operations when satisfactory results cannot be obtained because of environmental or other unsatisfactory site conditions. Do not use muddy or frozen fill materials. Do not place fill material on muddy or frozen subgrade surface. O. Maintain surface conditions which permit adequate drainage of rain water and prevent ponding of surface water in pockets. 3.04 Tolerances A. Tolerances for areas to receive paving shall be plus or minus 0.05 foot. In the areas to be landscaped and the remainder of the site, tolerances shall be within plus or minus 0. l foot. 3.05 Field Quality Control A. Section 01400 - Quality Assurance: Field inspection and testing. B. Testing: In accordance with AASHTO T180. C. Allow testing service to inspect and approve subgrades and fill layers before further construction work is performed. Notify testing service not less than 8 working hours in advance. Testing shall be at the discretion of the Owner. D. If tests indicate Work does not meet specified requirements, remove Work, replace and retest. E. Verification of grading within allowable tolerances shall be conducted as requested by the Owner. The Contractor shall provide all necessary surveying equipment and a survey crew, if requested by the Owner. If, in the opinion of the Owner, the grading does not conform to the required grades and tolerances, the Contractor shall regrade the area and bear all costs associated with the regrading and reverification until the specifications are met. 3.06 Disposal of Waste Materials A. Transport waste material, trash, debris, and dispose of it off the Owner=s property at an approved landfill. 3.07 Dust Control A. Obtain Area Emission Permit, if required. B. Control the amount of dust generated from construction to prevent hazardous conditions or public nuisance. Use of water will no be permitted when it will result in hazardous conditions such as ice, flooding, or pollution. Blowing dust will not be permitted. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02210 — EARTHWORK AND GRADING Page 5 of 6 3.08 Cleaning A. During and upon completion of earthwork operations, clean areas within contract limits and within the public ROW. Remove tools and equipment. Provide site clear, clean, free of debris, and suitable for site work operations. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02210 — EARTHWORK AND GRADING Page 6 of 6 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02230 — SITE CLEARING PART 1 —GENERAL 1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.02 SUMMARY A. This Section includes the following: l . Protecting existing trees to remain. 2. Removing existing trees, shrubs, plants and grasses. 3. Clearing and grubbing. B. Related Sections include the following: 1. Division 1 Section "Temporary Controls" for temporary utilities, temporary construction and support facilities, temporary security and protection facilities. 2. Division I Section "Site Conditions" for verifying utility locations and for recording field measurements. 3. Division 2 Section "Tree Protection " for protecting trees remaining on -site that are affected by site operations. 1.03 DEFINITIONS A. Tree Protection Zone: Area surrounding individual trees or groups of trees to be protected during construction, and defined by the drip line of individual trees or the perimeter drip line of groups of trees, unless otherwise indicated. 1.04 MATERIAL OWNERSHIP, A. Except for stripped topsoil or other materials indicated to remain Owner's property, cleared materials shall become Contractor's property and shall be removed from Project site. 1.05 SUBMITTALS A. Photographs or videotape, sufficiently detailed, of existing conditions of trees and plantings, adjoining construction, and site improvements that might be misconstrued as damage caused by site clearing. 1.06 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Traffic: Minimize interference with adjoining roads, streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities during site -clearing operations. l . Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without permission from Owner and authorities having jurisdiction. 2. Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by authorities having jurisdiction. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02230—SITE CLEARING Page 1 of 3 B. Salvable Improvements: Carefully remove items indicated to be salvaged and store on Owner's premises where indicated. C. Utility Locator Service: Notify utility locator service for area where Project is located before site clearing. D. Do not commence site clearing operations until temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures are in place. PART 2 - PRODUCTS[ (Not Applicable)] PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PREPARATION A. Protect and maintain benchmarks and survey control points from disturbance during construction. B. Locate and clearly flag trees and vegetation to remain or to be relocated. C. Protect existing site improvements to remain from damage during construction. 1. Restore damaged improvements to their original condition, as acceptable to Owner. 3.02 TEMPORARY EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL A. Provide temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil -bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways, according to Erosion Control Plan to be submitted by Contractor for approval by Owner prior to start of work. B. Inspect, repair, and maintain erosion and sedimentation control measures during construction until permanent vegetation has been established. C. Remove erosion and sedimentation controls and restore and stabilize areas disturbed during removal. 3.03 UTILITIES A. Arrange for disconnecting and sealing indicated utilities that serve existing structures before site clearing, when requested by Contractor. 1. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped before proceeding with site clearing. B. Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off utilities indicated to be removed. 1. Arrange with utility companies to shut off indicated "utilities. 2. Owner will arrange to shut off indicated utilities when requested by Contractor. C. Existing Utilities: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated: 1. Notify Architect not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions. 2. Do not proceed with utility, interruptions without Architect's written permission. D. Excavate for and remove underground utilities indicated to be removed. E. Removal of underground utilities is included in Division 2 Sections covering site utilities. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02230 — SITE CLEARING Page 2 of 3 3.04 CLEARING AND GRUBBING A. Remove obstructions, trees, shrubs, grass, and other vegetation to permit installation of new construction. l . Do not remove trees, shrubs, and other vegetation indicated to remain or to be relocated. 2. Cut minor roots and branches of trees indicated to remain in a clean and careful manner where such roots and branches obstruct installation of new construction. 3. Grind stumps and remove roots, obstructions, and debris extending to a depth of IS inches (450 mm) below exposed subgrade. 4. Use only hand methods for grubbing within tree protection zone. B. Fill depressions caused by clearing and grubbing operations with satisfactory soil material unless further excavation or earthwork is indicated. 3.05 DISPOSAL A. Disposal: Remove surplus soil material, unsuitable topsoil, obstructions, demolished materials, and waste materials including trash and debris, and legally dispose of them off Owner's property. 1. Optional: Separate recyclable materials produced during site clearing from other nonrecyclable materials. Store or stockpile without intermixing with other materials and transport them to recycling facilities. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02230 — SITE CLEARING Page 3 of 3 interpretation, execution and enforcement of this Agreement. In the event any provision of this Agreement shall be held invalid or unenforceable by any court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not invalidate or render unenforceable any other provision of this Agreement. 17. Prohibition Against Employing Illegal Aliens. Pursuant to Section 8-17.5-101, C.R.S., et. seq., Service Provider represents and agrees that: a. As of the date of this Agreement: 1. Service Provider does not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien who will perform work under this Agreement; and 2. Service Provider will participate in either the e-Verify program created in Public Law 208, 104th Congress, as amended, and expanded in Public Law 156, 108th Congress, as amended, administered by the United States Department of Homeland Security (the "e-Verify Program") or the Department Program (the "Department Program"), an employment verification program established pursuant to Section 8-17.5-102(5)(c) C.R.S. in order to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees to perform work under this Agreement. b. Service Provider shall not knowingly employ or contract with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement or knowingly enter into a contract with a subcontractor that knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien to perform work under this Agreement. c. Service Provider is prohibited from using the e-Verify Program or Department Program procedures to undertake pre -employment screening of job applicants while this Agreement is being performed. d. If Service Provider obtains actual knowledge that a subcontractor performing work under this Agreement knowingly employs or contracts with an illegal alien, Service Provider shall: 1. Notify such subcontractor and the City within three days that Service Provider - has actual knowledge that the subcontractor is employing or contracting with an illegal alien; and 2. Terminate the subcontract with the subcontractor if within three days of receiving the notice required pursuant to this section the subcontractor does not cease employing or contracting with the illegal alien; except that Service Provider shall not terminate the contract with the subcontractor if during such three days the subcontractor provides information to establish that the subcontractor has not knowingly employed or contracted with an illegal alien. 3 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02231 —TREE PROTECTION PART-1 GENERAL 1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.02 SUMMARY A. This Section includes the protection and trimming of existing trees that interfere with, or are affected by, execution of the Work, whether temporary or permanent construction. B. Related Sections include the following: 1. Division 1 Section "Summary" for limits placed on Contractor's use of the site. 2. Division 1 Section "Temporary Controls" for temporary tree protection. 3. Division 2 Section "Site Clearing" for removal limits of trees, shrubs, and other plantings affected by new construction. 1.03 DEFINITIONS A. Tree Protection Zone: Area surrounding individual trees or groups of trees to remain during construction, and defined by the drip line of individual trees or the perimeter drip line of groups of trees, unless otherwise indicated. 1.04 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. 1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Tree Service Firm Qualifications: An experienced tree service firm that has successfully completed tree protection work similar to that required for this Project and that will assign an experienced, qualified arborist to Project site during execution of tree protection and trimming. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS A. Drainage Fill: Selected crushed stone, or crushed or uncrushed gravel, washed, ASTM D 448, Size 24, with 90 to _100 percent passing a 2-1/2-inch sieve and not more than 10 percent passing a 3/4-inch sieve. B. Topsoil: Natural or cultivated surface -soil layer containing organic matter and sand; silt, and clay particles; friable, pervious, and black or a darker shade of brown, gray, or red than underlying subsoil; reasonably free of subsoil, clay lumps, gravel, and other objects more than 1.5 inch in diameter; and free of weeds, roots, and toxic and other nonsoil materials. 1. Obtain topsoil only from well -drained sites where topsoil is 4 inches deep or more; do not obtain from bogs or marshes. C. Filter Fabric: Manufacturer's standard, nonwoven, pervious, geotextile fabric of polypropylene, nylon, Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02231 — TREE TRIMMING AND PROTECTION Page 1 of 4 or polyester fibers. D. Temporary Fencing: Orange Snow Fence; a minimum of 48 inches high; with `T'posts; with tie wires, and other accessories for a complete fence system. E. Organic Mulch: Shredded Cedar, free of deleterious materials. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 PREPARATION A. Temporary Fencing: Install temporary fencing around tree protection zones to protect remaining trees and vegetation from construction damage. Maintain temporary fence and remove when construction is complete. B. Protect tree root systems from damage caused by runoff or spillage of noxious materials while mixing, placing, or storing construction materials. Protect root systems from ponding, eroding, or excessive wetting caused by dewatering operations. C. Mulch areas inside tree protection zones and other areas indicated. Apply 3-inch average thickness of organic mulch. Do not place mulch within 6 inches of tree trunks. D. Do not store construction materials, debris, or excavated material inside tree protection zones. Do not permit vehicles or foot traffic within tree protection zones; prevent soil compaction over root systems. E. Maintain tree protection zones free of weeds and trash. F. Do not allow fires within tree protection zones. 3.02 EXCAVATION A. Install shoring or other protective support systems to minimize sloping or benching of excavations. B. Do not excavate within tree protection zones, unless otherwise indicated. C. Where excavation for new construction is required within tree protection zones, hand clear and excavate to minimize damage to root systems. Use narrow -tine spading forks and comb soil to expose roots. 1. Redirect roots in backfill areas where possible. If encountering large, main lateral roots, expose roots beyond excavation limits as required to bend and redirect them without breaking. If encountered immediately adjacent to location of new construction and redirection is not practical, cut roots approximately 3 inches back from new construction. 2. Do not allow exposed roots to dry out before placing permanent backfill. Provide temporary earth cover or pack with peat moss and wrap with burlap. Water and maintain in a moist condition. Temporarily support and protect roots from damage until they are permanently relocated and covered with soil. D. Where utility trenches are required within tree protection zones, tunnel under or around roots by drilling, auger boring, pipe jacking, or digging by hand. 1. Root Pruning: Do not cut main lateral roots or taproots; cut only smaller roots that interfere with installation of utilities. Cut roots with sharp pruning instruments; do not break or chop. 2. The installation of utilities, irrigation lines or any underground fixture requiring excavation deeper than six (6) inches shall be accomplished by boring under the root system of protected existing trees at a minimum depth of twenty-four (24) inches. The auger distance is established from the face of the tree (outer bark) and is scaled from tree diameter and breast height as described in the chart below. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02231 — TREE TRIMMING AND PROTECTION Page 2 of 4 Tree Diameter at Breast Height (inches) 0-2 3-4 5-9 10-14 10 15-19 12 Over 19 3.03 REGRADING Auger Distance From Face of Tree (feet) 15 A. Grade Lowering: Where new finish grade is indicated below existing grade around trees, slope grade beyond tree protection zones. Maintain existing grades within tree protection zones. B. Minor Fill: Where existing grade is 6 inches or less below elevation of finish grade, fill with topsoil. Place topsoil in a single uncompacted layer and hand grade to required finish elevations. C. Moderate Fill: Where existing grade is more than 6 inches but less than 12 inches below elevation of finish grade, place drainage fill, filter fabric, and topsoil on existing grade as follows: 1. Carefully place drainage fill against tree trunk approximately 2 inches above elevation of finish grade and extend not less than 18 inches from tree trunk on all sides. For balance of area within drip -line perimeter, place drainage fill up to 6 inches below elevation of grade. 2. Place filter fabric with edges overlapping 6 inches minimum. 3. Place fill layer of topsoil to finish grade. Do not compact drainage fill or topsoil. Hand grade to required finish elevations. 3.04 TREE REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT A. Violation of these specifications will lead to penalties based on the type of violation and/or the resulting damages, and may be grounds for the termination of this contract. 1. Penalties will be assessed based on the amount of damage done and the total value of that tree, or group of trees, prior to the damage. Penalties for damage would be based on the total value of the tree as determined by the City Forestry Division staff and the severity of the damage as a proportion of the total value of that tree. This could include up to the full value of the tree. B. Promptly repair trees damaged by construction operations within 24 hours. Treat damaged trunks, limbs, and roots according to City Forester's instructions. B. Remove and replace trees indicated to remain that die or are damaged during construction operations that City Forester determines are incapable of restoring to normal growth pattern. 1. Where practical, provide new trees of same size and species as those being replaced; plant and maintain as specified in Division 2 Section "Exterior Plants." 2. Provide new trees of 6-inch caliper size and of a species selected by Architect when damaged trees more than 6 inches in caliper size, measured 12 inches above grade, are required to be replaced. Number of replacement trees required to mitigate loss of larger trees will comply with City Code. Plant and maintain new trees as specified in Division 2 Section "Exterior Plants." C. Aerate surface soil, compacted during construction, 10 feet beyond drip line and no closer than 36 inches to tree trunk. Drill 2-inch- diameter holes a minimum of 12 inches deep at 24 inches o.c. Backfill holes with an equal mix of augered soil and sand. 3.05 DISPOSAL OF WASTE MATERIALS A. Burning is not permitted. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02231 — TREE TRIMMING AND PROTECTION Page 3 of 4 B. Disposal: Unless otherwise agreed to, remove excess excavated material and displaced trees from Owner's property and recycle as mulch. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02231 — TREE TRIMMING AND PROTECTION Page 4 of 4 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02235 -TOPSOIL PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Work Included A. This work consists of stripping, salvaging and stockpiling topsoil, and excavating/redistributing topsoil from stockpiles to place on designated landscape areas. It shall include the placing of topsoil upon constructed cut and fill slopes after grading operations are completed. 1.02 Related Sections and Documents A. Section 02111 - Site Preparation and Conditioning B. Section 02210 — Earthwork and Grading C. Section 02950 — Planting, Soil Preparation and Finish Grading PART PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS A. Topsoil shall consist of loose friable loam free of subsoil, refuse, stumps, roots, rocks, brush, weeds, heavy clay, hard clods, toxic substances, or other material which would be detrimental to its use on the project. Topsoil shall consist of natural on -site ground cover. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS A. Remove sod and grass before stripping topsoil. B. Generally, the top six inches (6") of topsoil, within the limits of the project, shall be salvaged prior to beginning hauling, excavating, or fill operations by excavating and stockpiling the material at designated locations in a manner that will minimize sediment damage, and not obstruct natural drainage. Topsoil may be less than six inches (6") deep. Strip topsoil to whatever depths are encountered, or a maximum of six inches (6"), in a manner to prevent intermingling with underlying subsoil or other waste materials. 1. Remove subsoil and non -soil materials from topsoil, including trash, debris, weeds, roots, and other waste materials. C. Soil stockpiles 1. Limit height of topsoil stockpiles to 10 feet. 2. Stockpile topsoil materials away from edge of excavations without intermixing with subsoil. 3. Grade and shape stockpiles to drain surface water. 4. Stockpiles shall be protected from sediment transport by surface roughening, watering, and perimeter silt fencing. 4. Cover to prevent windblown dust. 5. Do not stockpile topsoil within tree protection zones. 6. Stockpile surplus topsoil to allow for respreading deeper topsoil. 7. Weeds shall be controlled on soil stockpiles remaining after 30 days. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02235 —TOPSOIL Page 1 of 2 C. Topsoil shall be placed directly upon completed cut and fill slopes and other disturbed areas to be landscaped whenever conditions and the progress of construction will permit. D. Topsoil shall be placed to a minimum 5 inch thickness in turf areas and a minimum 4 inch thickness in non -turf areas. Topsoil shall be keyed to the underlying material by the use of harrows, rollers, or other suitable equipment. E. Water shall be applied to the topsoil as required in a fine spray by nozzles or spray bars so the topsoil areas will not be washed or eroded. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02235 —TOPSOIL Page 2 of 2 SECTION 02321 — TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING PART 1 —GENERAL 1.01 Section Includes A. General cleaning and grubbing, excavation, bedding construction, filling, grading and surface restoration associated with installing subsurface pipes of various types. 1.02 Related Work A. Section 02230 — Site Clearing 1.03 Notification of Utility Companies A. The Contractor shall notify all affected utility companies of his construction operations to coordinate his work regarding poles, wires, valve boxes, and other surface obstructions and to determine the location of gas, watermain, power, light, cable television, telephone or telegraph conduit or service connection thereto or any other subsurface structure that crosses or passes through the space occupied by any of the proposed improvements. The Contractor shall make arrangements with the utility companies for any relocation of interfering utilities. Owner has already made arrangements for relocation of known utility conflicts. Contractor shall be responsible for utility coordination after issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Contractor shall coordinate work with the Construction Coordinator when scheduling activities related to utility relocations. 1.04 Protec tion A. Sheeting and Shoring: The CONTRACTOR shall protect excavations by shoring, bracing, sheet piling, underpinning, or other methods required to prevent any excessive widening or sloughing of the trench which may be detrimental to human safety, to the pipe or appurtenances being installed, or to existing facilities or structures. The latest requirements of OSHA shall be complied with at all times including trenching and confined space entry requirements. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for underpinning adjacent structures which may be damaged by excavation work, including service utilities and pipe chases. B. Weather and Frost: The CONTRACTOR shall protect bottom of excavations and soil adjacent to and beneath foundations from frost. 1. Do not place backfill, fill, or embankment on frozen surfaces. 2. Do not place frozen materials, snow, or ice in backfill, fill, or embankments. 3. Do not deposit, tamp, roll, or otherwise mechanically compact backfill in water. C. Drai nage and Groundwater: The excavation shall be graded to prevent surface water run-off into trench or excavation. 1. Maintain excavations and trench free from water during construction. 2. Remove water encountered in the trench to the extent necessary to provide a firm subgrade, to permit joints to be made in the dry, and to prevent the entrance of water into the pipeline. 3. Divert surface runoff and use sumps, gravel blankets, well points, drain lines, or other means necessary to accomplish the above. 4. Maintain the excavation or trench free from water until the structure, or pipe to be installed therein, is completed to the extent that no damage from hydrostatic pressure, flotation, or other cause will result. 5. Water shall be prevented from entering into previously constructed pipe. 6. The pipe under construction shall not be used for dewatering. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 —TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 1 of 9 PART 2 — PRODUCTS 2.01 Concr ete A. Cast -in -place concrete shall be in accordance with Section 03300. 2.02 Mortar A. Mixture of mason sand, water, Portland cement and masonry cement as follows: Portland cement - ASTM C 150, Type I, IS or II Masonry cement.- ASTM C91, Type II Water - Free of oil, acid, excess alkalinity, organic matter, and salts Sand - 100% passing No. 8, 15 to 35% passing No. 50, and 2 to 10% passing No. 100 2.03 Granular Bedding A. Pipe shall be bedded in a uniformly graded material conforming to CDOT #67 granular bedding unless otherwise noted on the Drawings or as approved by the Engineer. Well -Graded Sand Sieve Size Total Percent Passine by Weight 3/8 inch 100 No. 4 95 — 100 No. 8 80 — 100 No. 16 50 — 85 No. 30 25 — 60 No. 50 10 — 30 No. 100 2 — 10 Squeegee Sand Sieve Size Total Percent Passing by Weight 3/8 Inch 100 No. 200 0-5 CDOT #67 Sieve Size Total Percent Passing by Weight I Inch 100 3/4 Inch 90 — 100 3/8 Inch 20 — 55 No.4 0— 10 No. 8 0-5 Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 — TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 2 of 9 Cement Sand Sieve Size Total Percent Passing by Weight 3/8 Inch 100 No. 4 90 — 100 No. 108 70 — 100 No. 20 50 — 85 No. 50 25 — 50 No. 100 8 — 30 No. 140 0 — 15 No. 200 0-5 2.04 Replacement Material (Stabilization Material) A. Material used as stabilization in locations where the CONTRACTOR has been directed to muck excavate shall conform to the following "Foundation Material" gradation(s). The material shall be uniformly graded'/4" or I '/" rock. CDOT #467 Sieve Size Total Percent Passing by Weight 2-1/2 Inch --- 2 Inch 100 1-1/2Inch 90— 100 1 Inch --- 3/4 Inch 35 — 70 3/8 Inch I 0 — 30 No.4 0-5 CDOT #67 Sieve Size Total Percent Passing by Weight 1 Inch 100 3/4 Inch 90 — l 00 3/8 Inch 20 — 55 No. 4 0 — 10 No. 8 0-5 2.05 Flowable Fill A. The approved mixture for flowable fill is shown below: Ingredients: Po unds/Cubic Yard Cement 42 (.047 sack) Water 23 5 (39 gallons as needed) Coarse Aggregate (No. 57) 1700 Sand (ASTM C-33) 1845 The desired 28-day strength is 60 psi. The combination of material listed above or an approved equivalent may be used to obtain the desired flowable fill. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 —TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 3 of 9 2.06 Backfill A. Backfill shall meet the following requirements: Use only backfill for trenches which is free from rocks, large roots, other vegetation or organic matter, and frozen material. No rocks greater than 3 inches in diameter shall be allowed. Backfill material shall be suitable for future pavement construction over all trenches. B. Cu t-Off Walls: 1. Controlled Low Strength Material Backfill (Flo -Fill --See Section 02321). PART 3 — EXECUTION 3.01 Surface Obstructions A. Structures, sidewalk, driveways, curb and gutter, trees, shrubs, lawns, signs, fences, utilities, survey monuments, pavements, lawns, culverts, and other appurtenances which are adjacent to the right of way or work easements, shall be carefully protected against damage. In the event of damage or inadvertent injury or removal of these surface features by failure of the Contractor to exercise reasonable precautions or proper construction techniques, he shall bear the full cost and responsibility for resulting damages and shall replace or repair such damage as early as possible. No allowance for extra payment or time lost will be allowed for such interferences that the Contractor could have suspected or anticipated during site inspection and interpretation of the Contract Documents.. B. Clearing, grubbing, and removal of all pavements, sidewalks, curbs, signs, poles, fences, etc., shall be done only as necessary for the completion of the work. Brush, trees, shrubs, concrete, rubble, and other removals which are not intended to be replaced shall be disposed of by the Contractor off the site of work. Burning of trees and brush is not permitted. C. Obstructions which are intended to be replaced shall be stored and protected by the Contractor. Fences, signs, mailboxes, trees, shrubs, and similar features requiring removal, shall be restored to their original position except where permanent removal is indicated. D. Monuments for land surveys encountered in the path of work shall be carefully protected from movement. Should removal be necessary, the Contractor shall notify the Construction Coordinator in advance. The Contractor will set reference stakes and give notice that the monument can be removed. The Contractor will reset the monument after backfilling and settling at no cost to the Owner. The Contractor will also be held responsible for reestablishing monuments lost due to his negligence or failure to notify the Construction Coordinator. 3.02 Subsurface Obstructions A. The approximate location and size of sewers, drains, culverts, irrigation pipes, gas mains, watermains, electric and telephone conduits and other underground structures shown on the drawings are based on records available to the Owner or surface markings indicating their existence. B. The Contractor shall use caution in excavating and trenching so that the exact location of underground structures, both known and unknown, may be determined; he shall be held responsible for the repair of such structures when broken or otherwise damaged during construction. C. The Contractor shall make arrangements with the utility companies for any relocation of interfering utilities. D. When the Construction Coordinator permits the Contractor to make a change to avoid a utility relocation, the Construction Coordinator shall determine whether the change constitutes extra work as defined in the General Conditions. E. Any underground utilities or other structures that are located outside of the construction limits of this contract which the Contractor wishes to have moved to facilitate construction shall be Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 — TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 4 of 9 e. Service Provider shall comply with any reasonable request by the Colorado Department of Labor and Employment (the "Department") made in the course of an investigation that the Department undertakes or is undertaking pursuant to the authority established in Subsection 8-17.5-102 (5), C.R.S. f. If Service Provider violates any provision of this Agreement pertaining to the duties imposed by Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. the City may terminate this Agreement. If this Agreement is so terminated, Service Provider shall be liable for actual and consequential damages to the City arising out of Service Provider's violation of Subsection 8-17.5-102, C.R.S. g. The City will notify the Office of the Secretary of State if Service Provider violates this provision of this Agreement and the City terminates the Agreement for such breach. CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO a municipal corporation By: Jam . O'Neill II, CPPO, FNIGP Direc of Purchasing and Risk Management Date: 1 Mill Brothers andscape and Nursery, In PRINT NAME��'`�'� ORPORATE PRESIDENT OR VICE PRE ate: i�,30" 07 (Corporate Seal) V. L{� R arranged with the owner of such structures; the Contractor shall pay all costs of the accommodation and shall provide written authorization prior to any such activity. F. In the event that there is any question as to whether any of the above enumerated obstructions, underground utilities, or other structures cross or pass through the space occupied by the completed structures of this contract, the Construction Coordinator's decision shall be binding. G. During the construction of the pipelines, it may be necessary to cross under certain sewers, drains, culverts, water lines, gas lines, electric conduits, and other underground structures. Where necessary, the flow in drains or culverts shall be diverted so that the excavation may be kept dry during the progress of the construction work. Every effort shall be made to prevent damage to such underground structures. Wherever such structures are disturbed or broken, they shall be restored to existing or better condition at no additional cost to the Owner. H. The Contractor shall use sand or gravel backfill beneath said structures. This backfill shall be deposited and thoroughly compacted by mechanical means in layers not to exceed six inches in depth. 3.03 Excav ation A. Excavation shall be made in such a manner that the pipe can be laid safely and accurately to the line and grade shown. B. Topsoil shall be salvaged and reused as required. C. The depth of excavation shall extend from the ground surface to the bottom of the pipe bedding. Unnecessary excavation below this required level shall be backfilled at the Contractor's expense with compacted sand, gravel, crushed stone or concrete, as approved by the Construction Coordinator. D. The bottom of the trench must be dug to a depth of 4 inches minimum below the pipe barrel and bell, or as indicated on the Drawings. Bell holes must be hand excavated to allow for proper jointing, and to insure that the pipe rests evenly along the barrel and is not resting on the bell. E. Trench widths shall be limited at the top of the pipe to not less than a 6-inch clearance on either side of the barrel to allow for the free flow of bedding material between the pipe and the trench wall. Maximum trench width at the top of the pipe shall be the outside pipe diameter plus 30 inches, except that the trench width need not be less than 30 inches. The trench above the top of the pipe may be sloped, stepped or vertical, to comply with state and federal regulations. F. No more than 150 feet of trench shall be left open at any time. The entire trench shall be backfilled to within 50 feet of the open trench upon conclusion of each day's work. The trench shall not be backfilled until the pipe installation is reviewed by the ENGINEER. Trench shall be backfilled within 100 feet of the pipeinstallation at all times. Provide construction fence barricades around open trenches and pits when unattended. Maintain access to residences, commercial enterprises and municipal facilities at all times. Intersecting streets, private drives, and alleys shall be open to local traffic at end of each day, unless otherwise permitted by the Owner. G. Clean-up shall be maintained within 400 feet of the trench excavation. Prior to placement in the trench, all pipe, fittings, and appurtenances shall be cleaned and examined for defects by the CONTRACTOR. If found defective, the CONTRACTOR shall reject the defective pipe, fitting, or appurtenance. The CONTRACTOR shall advise the ENGINEER of all defective materials. All surplus excavation shall be placed, in an orderly manner. If material is stockpiled on private property, written permission must be obtained from the property owner and provided to the ENGINEER. All muck excavation, bedding, and pipe zone material shall be imported unless otherwise designated by the OWNER's geotechnical engineer. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 —TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 5 of 9 Upon completion of the work, all plants, rubbish, unused materials, concrete forms, and other like material shall be removed from the job site. The site shall be left in a state of order and cleanliness. H. Contractor shall follow the most current regulations concerning excavations set forth by OSHA, 29 CFR Part 1926. 3.04 Rock Excavation A. Rock excavation shall be defined to include all hard, solid rock in ledges, bedded deposits, boulders, buried concrete structures not shown on the plans, and all natural conglomerated deposits so firmly cemented as to possess all the characteristics of solid rock. Removals of isolated masses less than 1/2 cubic yard which are not attached to larger masses will not be considered rock excavation. B. Firmly cemented sedimentary materials in the form of silt -stone, sandstone, shale, or conglomerate, shall be classified as rock if, after several blows with the pointed end of a standard pick applied to the flat surface, the material cannot be loosened, broken down, or penetrated. C.. When the Contractor believes he has encountered what may be classified as rock excavation, he shall notify the Construction Coordinator who will test the degree of resistance, and make a final determination. D. The depth of rock excavation in a trench shall be a minimum of 6 inches below the pipe barrel to provide space for a sand or gravel bedding material. Bedding material shall be evenly spread, compacted, and shaped to conform to the pipe. E. Trench width in rock excavation shall not be less than that for ordinary excavation. Maximum trench width shall be the outside pipe diameter plus 18 inches for an unsheathed trench, and not to exceed the outside pipe diameter plus 30 inches for a sheathed trench. F. Blasting will not be permitted unless securing Construction Coordinator's approval, showing evidence of insurance specifically for such work, and demonstrating that the blasting will be conducted to protect adjacent existing or completed work, persons, and surrounding property. The hours of blasting may be fixed by the Construction Coordinator. Any damage caused by blasting shall be repaired or replaced at the Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall ascertain that the method of blasting will be in accordance with state and local ordinances. Any blasting shall be done only under the direct supervision of a certified blaster. 3.05 Sheathing and Bracing A. Where it is necessary to protect nearby structures and pavements, or when the trench must be confined to allow for traffic flow, tight sheathing will be required. The Contractor to call the Construction Coordinator's attention to any unforeseen condition that requires the use of sheathing. Sheathing must be driven unless soil conditions allow the sets to be placed after excavating. If placed after excavating, the voids between the trench wall and sheathing must be immediately filled with sand. B. Removal of sheathing must not take place until the trench is backfilled. Flooding or jetting the trench shall be done after the sheathing is removed. C. The Construction Coordinator may approve, in writing, some or all of the sheathed sets to remain in place. Sheathing ordered left in place shall have the upper portion within 2 feet of a street surface cut off and removed. D. Spot braces, individual shorings spaced at various intervals along trench, portable trench boxes or sliding shields will be considered incidental to the cost of the pipe laying. 3.06 Wet Trench Conditions A. The Contractor shall attempt to dispose of all groundwater or surface drainage seeping in the trench by employing ordinary dewatering techniques such as the use of sump pumps, dikes, etc. Allowing water to flow into the pipe being laid will not be permitted except in the case of a storm Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 —TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 6 of 9 sewer where the joints have set. Water entering the installed pipe must flow through the pipe or be pumped out. The installed pipe shall not be used as a reservoir. A temporary stopper or plug must be installed on the upper end of each pipe being laid if there is danger of sand or debris being washed into the pipe. Do not place water so that it ponds on roadway subgrade or adjacent private property. B. Contractor shall follow provisions of Section 02140 Water Control, the approved Water Control Plan, and the Groundwater Discharge Permit. C. If the existing soil in the trench bottom is judged to be unsuitable by the Construction Coordinator after dewatering measures have been taken, a minimum of the top 6-inches of the subgrade shall be removed and replaced with stabilization material. 3.07 De watering A. Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining a dry trench by ordinary dewatering techniques, well points, or other measures as approved in the Water Control Plan or by the Construction Coordinator during the course of work. B. If wells are utilized for dewatering, the wells shall be drilled, maintained, and abandoned in accordance with the requirements of the State of Colorado, Office of the State Engineer. 3.08 Granular Base to Replace Poor Subsoil A. At any time material such as muck, sawdust, bark, or other material is encountered which would not form a suitable and permanent base, the Construction Coordinator shall be notified to decide if it should be removed and replaced with suitable granular bedding or stabilization material. The sand or gravel base replacement is to be compacted in 6-inch layers up to the bottom of the normal trench section. 3.09 Granular Bedding A. Bedding material shall be placed from the trench bottom to the pipe spring line in accordance with the Drawings or as required by pipe material specifications. 3.10 Backfilling with Existing Material A. Backfilling shall be accomplished immediately after installation of the pipe unless otherwise approved by the Construction Coordinator. B. Unless otherwise noted on the Drawings, initial backfill material over the pipe to a minimum depth of 1 foot above the pipe shall be granular bedding material or previously excavated granular soil reasonably free of large rock, organic matter, clay or other unsuitable material if approved by the Construction Coordinator. Trench backfill over the initial backfill zone may be previously excavated soil except as determined by the Construction Coordinator to be unsuitable. C. The initial backfill material over the pipe up to a minimum depth of one foot above the pipe shall be filled in by hand and well compacted over and around the pipe with hand tampers or mechanical means to the proper density. Special care shall be taken in placing and tamping the initial backfill material so the alignment and grade of the pipe will not be disturbed nor the pipe damaged. D. When backfilling in frozen material, the Contractor shall cover the pipe and tamp the backfill around the pipe using only loose thawed material. No frozen material shall be placed in the trench. All frozen material shall be kept from around manholes and other structures. 3.11 Granular Backfill A. Granular backfill shall be provided by the Contractor and placed in the trench when the excavated material is unsuitable for backfill or when ordered by the Construction _Coordinator. Bank run gravel may be used provided the initial backfill zone (one foot above pipe) has been filled with acceptable granular bedding material. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 —TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 7 of 9 3.12 Trench Compaction A. The pipe trench shall be backfilled to the limits as shown on the Contract Drawings. The backfill in all areas shall be moisture treated to within 2 percent of optimum moisture content (sand soils) or between optimum and 3 percent over optimum moisture content (clay soils), processed to a uniform consistency, placed in 8 inch maximum loose lifts, and compacted by vibrating, tamping, or a combination thereof to 75% relative density for sand material as determined by the relative density of cohesionless soils test, ASTM D4253, or to 95% of the Maximum Standard Proctor Density for cohesive soils as determined by ASTM D698. Where cement sand is utilized, compaction may be achieved using at least 5 passes of a heavy, walk behind or self-propelled, vibratory mechanical compactor. Prior to compaction, sand soils shall be brought to within 2 percent of the optimum moisture content, and clay soils shall be processed to between optimum and 3 percent above optimum moisture content for soil compacted according to ASTM D698. All backfill shall be brought up to equal height along each side of the pipe in such a manner as to avoid displacement. Backfill material shall be distributed in 6-inch maximum lifts over the full width of the trench. Wet, soft or frozen material, asphalt chunks, or other deleterious substances shall not be used for backfill. If the excavated material is not suitable for backfill, as determined by the ENGINEER, suitable material shall be hauled in and utilized and the rejected material hauled away and disposed of. Backfilling shall be conducted at all times in a manner to prevent damage to the pipe or its coating and shall be kept as close to the pipe laying operation as practical. Backfilling procedures shall conform to the additional requirements, if any, of appropriate agencies or private right-of-way agreements. 3.13 Res toration A. Uns urfaced Areas: All surface cuts shall be, as a minimum, restored to a condition equal to that prior to construction. B. Surface d Areas: All surface cuts shall be, as a minimum, restored to a condition equal to that prior to construction. All gravel or paved streets shall be restored in accordance with the regulations and requirements of the agency having,control or jurisdiction over the street, roadway, or right-of-way. C. Grassed or Landscaped Areas: In landscaped or agricultural areas, topsoil, to a depth of 12 inches, shall be removed from the area of general disturbance and stockpiled. After installation of all pipelines, appurtenances and structures and completion of all backfill and compaction, the stockpiled topsoil shall be redistributed evenly over all disturbed areas. Care should be taken to conform to the original ground contour or final grading plans. 3.14 Disposal of Surplus or Undesirable Material A. Surplus material shall include all excavation that is more than the amount needed for backfilling or is undesirable for backfilling. B. The Contractor shall find his own disposal sites, remove and load excess material, haul, and dispose of material. Such material shall become property of the Contractor. Measurement and payment will not be made separately but will be incidental to other Bid Items. 3.15 Field Quality Control A. Moisture and density tests are the responsibility of the Contractor and shall be performed by a private Geotechnical Consultant. B. Field tests will be conducted to determine compliance of moisture/density testing methods with specified density in accordance with ASTM D2922. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 —TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 8 of 9 C. Test results shall be submitted to the Construction Coordinator by the Contractor or the Geotechnical Consultant for approval by the Owner prior to acceptance of the pipeline and shall be made available on the day of the test. D. Moisture/density tests shall be performed at a minimum of once every 200 linear feet, as measured along the pipe, or as determined by the Construction Coordinator. Tests shall be performed at a depth of two (2) feet above the top of the pipe bedding and in two (2) foot vertical increments up to finish grade. A minimum of one test shall be performed in the backfill and one at final grade. A minimum of one test shall be performed for each service line or lateral installation. E. Moisture/density tests in the vicinity of manholes shall be performed at a maximum of one (1) foot away from the manhole section. A test shall be performed in all four directions from the manhole (four tests total per set). A minimum of one set of tests shall be performed for every two (2) feet of backfill material. F. All failed test areas shall be recompacted and retested at Contractor's expense. G. All compaction shall be to a minimum of 95 percent (%) of the maximum Standard Proctor Density unless otherwise noted on the Drawings. H. All compacted material shall be within 2% (+/_) of the optimum moisture content of the soil as determined by ASTM D698. Water shall be added to the material, or the material shall be harrowed, disced, bladed, or otherwise worked to ensure a uniform moisture content as specified. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02321 -TRENCHING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING Page 9 of 9 DIVISION2 SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM PART L GENERAL 1.1 SCOPE Furnish all labor, materials, supplies, equipment, tools and transportation, and perform all operations in connection with and reasonably incidental to the complete installation of the irrigation system renovations, and guarantee/warranty as shown on the drawings, the installation details, and as specified herein. Items of work specifically included are: A. Procurement of all applicable licenses, permits, and fees. B. Coordination of Utility Locates ("Call Before You Dig"). C. Installation of new irrigation equipment and connections to existing irrigation system as shown on the plans and stated herein. D. Field location of existing mainline and spare control wires. E. Cutting and capping of laterals and mainline during construction. It is the responsibility of the contractor to coordinate control of existing irrigation system during construction. F. The contractor is responsible for any plant material damaged by actions associated with demolition and new connections to existing irrigation system. G. Maintenance period. H. Sleeving for irrigation pipe and wire. 1.2 WORK NOT INCLUDED Items of work specifically excluded or covered under other sections are: A. Payment of all development, plant investment, or any other fees and permits associated with the purchase and installation of the tap. B. Excavation, installation, and backfill of tap into municipal water line. C. Excavation, installation, and backfill of water meter and vault. D. Provision and connection of electrical power supply to the irrigation control system. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Submit samples under provisions of Submittals Section of Specifications. B. Deliver four (4) copies of all required submittals to the Owners' Representative within 15 days from the date of Notice to Proceed. C. Materials List: Include pipe, fittings, mainline components, water emission components, control Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 1 of 10 system components. Quantities of materials need not be included. D. Manufacturers' Data: Submit manufacturers' catalog cuts, specifications, and operating instructions for equipment shown on the materials list. E. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings called for in the installation details. Show products required for proper installation, their relative locations, and critical dimensions. Note modifications to the installation detail. F. Project Record Drawings: Submit project record (as -built) drawings to Owner prior to commencement of maintenance period (refer to specification section 3.12 for specific requirements). 1.4 RULES AND REGULATIONS A. Work and materials shall be in accordance with the latest edition of the National Electric Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code as published by the Western Plumbing Officials Association, and applicable laws and regulations of the governing authorities. B. When the contract documents call for materials or construction of a better quality or larger size than required by the above -mentioned rules and regulations, provide the quality and size required by the contract documents. C. If quantities are provided either in these specifications or on the drawings, these quantities are provided for information only. It is the Contractor's responsibility to determine the actual quantities of all material, equipment, and supplies required by the project and to complete an independent estimate of quantities and wastage. 1.5 CONSTRUCTION REVIEW The purpose of on -site reviews by the Owners' Representative is to periodically observe the work in progress and the Contractor's interpretation of the construction documents and to address questions with regards to the installation. A. Scheduled reviews such as those for irrigation system layout or testing should be scheduled with the Owners' Representative as required by these specifications. B. Impromptu reviews may occur at any time during the project. C. Final review will occur at the completion of the irrigation system installation and Record (As -Built) Drawing submittal. 1.6 GURANTEE/ WARRANTY AND REPLACEMENT The purpose of this guarantee/warranty is to insure that the Owner receives irrigation materials of prime quality, installed and maintained in a thorough and careful manner. A. For a period of two years from commencement of the formal maintenance period, guarantee/warranty irrigation materials, equipment, and workmanship against defects. Fill and repair depressions. Restore landscape or structural features damaged by the settlement of irrigation trenches or excavations. Repair damage to the premises caused by a defective item. Make repairs within seven days of notification from the Owners' Representative. B. Contract documents govern replacements identically as with new work. Make replacements at no additional cost to the contract price. Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 2 of 10 C. Guarantee/warranty applies to originally installed materials and equipment and replacements made during the guarantee/warranty period. PART 2: MATERIALS 2.1 QUALITY Use materials which are new and without flaws or defects of any type, and which are the best of their class and kind. 2.2 SUBSTITUTIONS Pipe sizes referenced in the construction documents are minimum sizes, and may be increased at the option of the Contractor. 2.3 SLEEVING A. Install separate sleeve beneath paved areas to route each run of irrigation pipe or wiring bundle. B. Sleeving material beneath pedestrian pavements shall be PVC Class 200 pipe with solvent welded joints. C. Sleeving beneath drives and streets shall be PVC Class 200 pipe with solvent welded joints. D. Sleeving diameter: as indicated on the drawings and installation details or equal to twice that of the pipe or wiring bundle. 2.4 PIPE AND FITTINGS A. Mainline Pipe and Fittings: 1) Use rigid, unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) 1120, 1220 National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved pipe, extruded from material meeting the requirements of Cell Classification 12454-A or 12454-13, ASTM Standard D 1784, with an integral belled end. 2) Use Class 200, SDR-21, rated at 200 PSI, conforming to the dimensions and tolerances established by ASTM Standard D2241. Use PVC pipe rated at higher pressures than Class 200 in the case of small nominal diameters which are not manufactured in Class 200. a. Use Schedule 40, Type 1, PVC solvent weld fittings conforming to ASTM Standards D2466 and D 1784. Use primer approved by the pipe manufacturer. Solvent cement to conform to ASTM Standard D2564. B. Lateral Pipe and Fittings: 1) Use rigid, unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) 1120, 1220 National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) approved pipe, extruded from material meeting the requirements of Cell Classification 12454-A or 12454-13, ASTM Standard D 1784, with an integral belled end suitable for solvent welding. Use class 200, SDR-21, rated at 200 PSI, conforming to the dimensions and tolerances established by ASTM Standard D2241. Use PVC pipe rated at higher pressures than Class 200 in the case of small nominal diameters which are not manufactured in Class 200. Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 3 of 10 Use UV radiation resistant Schedule 40, Type 1, PVC solvent weld fittings conforming to ASTM Standards D2466 and D 1784 for PVC pipe. 2) Use primer approved by the pipe manufacturer. Solvent cement to conform to ASTM Standard D2564, of a type approved by the pipe manufacturer. 3) For drip irrigation laterals downstream of control valves, use UV radiation resistant polyethylene pipe manufactured from Prime Union Carbide G-resin 7510 Natural 7 manufactured by Union Carbide or a Union Carbide Licensee with a minimum of 2% carbon black, and minimum nominal pipe ID dimension of 0.810" for 3/4 inch pipe. Use PVC /compression line fittings compatible with the drip lateral pipe. Use tubing stakes to hold above -ground pipe in place. C. Specialized Pipe and Fittings: 1) Assemblies calling for pre -fabricated double swing joints shall utilize LASCO Unitized swing joints or approved equal. Swing joints shall be rated at 315 psi, and use 0-ring and street elbow construction. 2) Low Density Polyethylene Hose: a. Use pipe specifically intended for use as a flexible swing joint. Inside diameter: 0.490+0.010 inch. Wall thickness: 0.100+0.010 inch. Co lor: Black. b. Use spiral barb fittings supplied by the same manufacturer as the hose. 3) Assemblies calling for threaded pipe connections shall utilize PVC Schedule 80 nipples and PVC Schedule 40 threaded fittings. 4) Joint sealant: Use only Teflon -type tape pipe joint sealant on plastic threads. Use non -hardening, nontoxic pipe joint sealant formulated for use on water -carrying pipes on metal threaded connections. 2.5 SPRINKLER IRRIGATION COMPONENTS A. Remote Control Valve (RCV) Assembly or Sprinkler Laterals: As presented in the installation details. Use wire connectors and waterproofing sealant to join control wires to solenoid valves. Install a separate valve box over a 3-inch depth of 3/4-inch gravel for each assembly. Adjust flow control per manufacturer's recommendations prior to use. Install valve designators to match existing irrigation system B. Sprinkler Assembly: As presented in the drawings and installation details. 2.6 DRIP IRRIGATION COMPONENTS A. Remote Control Valve (RCV) Assembly for Drip Laterals: As presented in the installation details. Use wire connectors and waterproofing sealant to join control wires to solenoid valves. Install a separate valve box over a 3-inch depth of 3/4-inch gravel for each assembly. Adjust flow control per manufacturer's recommendations prior to use. Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 4 of 10 B. Drip Emitter Assembly: 1) Barb -mounted, vortex and/or pressure compensating emitter device as presented in the installation details. The device shall be Rain Bird Xeri-bug XB-10pc series. 2) Install emitter types and quantities on the following schedule: a. Ground cover plant: 1 single outlet emitter each or I single outlet emitter per square foot of planting area, whichever is less. b. Shrub: 2 single outlet emitters each. c. Tree: 4 single outlet emitters each or 1 multi -outlet emitter each (with 4 outlets open). 3) Use 1/4-inch diameter flexible plastic tubing to direct water from emitter outlet to emission point. Length of emitter outlet tubing shall not exceed five feet. Secure emitter outlet tubing with tubing stakes. 4) Install an access sleeve for each multiple -outlet emitter located in a turf area. C. Flush Cap Assembly: as presented in the installation' details. Locate at the end of each drip irrigation lateral pipe. Install a separate valve box over a 3-inch depth of 3/4-inch gravel for each assembly. 2.7 CONTROL SYSTEM COMPONENTS A. Control Wire: l) Use American Wire Gauge (AWG) No. 14 solid copper, Type OF or PE cable, UL approved for direct underground burial from the controller unit to each remote control valve. Use AWG No. 12 wire for common wire. 2) Color: Use white for common ground wire. Use easily distinguished colors for other control wires. Spare control wires shall be of a color different from that of the active control wire. Wire color shall be continuous over its entire length. 3) Splices: Use wire connector with waterproof sealant. Wire connector to be of plastic construction consisting of two (2) pieces, one piece which snap locks into the other. A copper crimp sleeve to be provided with connector. Utilize DBR6-300 splices. 4) Encase wiring not located near PVC irrigation pipe in PVC Schedule 40 electrical conduit. B. Existinu Control Wire: 1) It is assumed that existing 24 VAC control wire between existing controller and solenoid valves is in workable condition. Any concerns are to be brought to the attention of the Owner prior to connection of the existing control wires PART 3: EXECUTION 3.1 INSPECTIONS AND REVIEWS A. Site Inspections: 1) Verify site conditions and note irregularities affecting work of this section. Report irregularities to the Owners' Representative prior to beginning work. 2) Beginning work of this section implies acceptance of existing conditions. 3) Contractor will be held responsible for coordination between landscape and irrigation system Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 5 of 10 EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES TABLE OF CONTENTS DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REOUIREMENTS 01000 Project Summary 01010 Sunmiar; of W' rk 01160 Site Conditions 01200 Nleastuement and Pa,, ment 01300 Coordination and Project Meetings 01310 Constntction Schedule 01330 Shop Drawings. Product Data and Samples 01340 Sur.,ey Data 01400 Quality Control and Testing 01 00 Teniporanz Controls 0 15 10 Temporary: Utilities 01570 Traffic Control 01600 Materials and Equipment 01700 Contract Closeout 01300 Definition of Bid Items DIVISION 2 - SITE CONSTRUCTION 02111 Site Preparation 02210 Earthxorl: and Grading 02230 Site Clearing 02231 Tree Protection 02235 Topsoil 02321 Trenching, Backtiiling, and Compacting 02310 Irrigation Systems 02920 Turf Seed 02930 Sod 02950 Planting, Soil Preparation. Finish Grading 02910 Planting Maintenance END OF SECTION Cottorrcrood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation rev06/07 TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 of 1 installation. 4) Landscape material locations shown on the Landscape Plan shall take precedence over the irrigation system equipment locations. If irrigation equipment is installed in conflict with the landscape material locations shown on the Landscape Plan, the Contractor will be required to relocate the irrigation equipment, as necessary, at Contractor's expense. B. Utility Locates ("Call Before You Dig"): 1) Arrange for and coordinate with local authorities the location of all underground utilities. 2) Repair any underground utilities damaged during construction. Make repairs at no additional cost to the contract price. C. Irrigation, System Layout Review: Irrigation system layout review will occur after the staking has been completed. Notify the Owners' Representative two days in advance of review. Modifications will be identified by the Owners' Representative at this review. 3.2 EXCAVATION, TRENCHING, AND BACKFILLING A. Excavate to permit the pipes to be laid at the intended elevations and to permit work space for installing connections and fittings. B. Minimum cover (distance from top of pipe or control wire to finish grade): l) 24-inch over mainline pipe and over electrical conduit. 2) 26-inch over control wire. 3) 18-inch over lateral pipe to sprinklers. 4) 8-inch over drip lateral pipe in turf or paved areas downstream of drip system zone control valves. 5) 3-inch minimum mulch cover over drip lateral pipe in planting beds downstream of drip system zone control valves. PVC UV radiation resistant lateral pipe shall be installed directly on the soil surface under landscape fabric. C. Backfill only after lines have been reviewed and tested. D. Excavated material is generally satisfactory for backfill. Backfill shall be free from rubbish, vegetable matter, frozen materials, and stones larger than 2-inches in maximum dimension. Remove material not suitable for backfill. Backfill placed next to pipe shall be free of sharp objects which may damage the pipe. Stones larger than 1-inch maximum dimension are not permitted in first (deepest) 6-inches of backfill. E. Backfill unsleeved pipe and sleeves in either of the following manners: 1) Backfill and puddle the lower half of the trench. Allow to dry 24 hours. Backfill the remainder of the trench in 6-inch layers. Compact to density of surrounding soil. 2) Backfill the trench by depositing the backfill material equally on both sides of the pipe in 6-inch layers and compacting to the density of surrounding soil. F. Dress backfilled areas to original grade. Incorporate excess backfill into existing site grades. Dispose of excess backfill off site. Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 6 of 10 G. Where utilities conflict with irrigation trenching and pipe work, contact the Owners' Representative for trench depth adjustments. 3.3 SLEEVING AND BORING A. Install sleeving at a depth which permits the encased pipe or wiring to remain at the specified burial depth. B. Extend sleeve ends six inches beyond the edge of the paved surface. Cover pipe ends and mark with stakes. Mark concrete with a chiseled'Y' at sleeve end locations. C. Bore for sleeves under obstructions which cannot be removed. Employ equipment and methods designed for horizontal boring. 3.4 ASSEMBLING PIPE AND FITTINGS A. General: 1) Keep pipe free from dirt and pipe scale. Cut pipe ends square and debur. Clean pipe ends. 2) Keep ends of assembled pipe capped. Remove caps only when necessary to continue assembly. B. Mainline Pipe and Fittings: 1) Use only strap -type friction wrenches for threaded plastic pipe. 2) PVC Solvent Weld Pipe: a. Use primer and solvent cement. Join pipe in a manner recommended by the manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices. b. Cure for 30 minutes before handling and 24 hours before allowing water in pipe. c. Snake pipe from side to side within the trench. 3) . Fittings: The use of cross type fittings is not permitted. C. Lateral Pipe and Fitting: 1) Use only strap -type friction wrenches for threaded plastic pipe. 2) PVC Solvent Weld Pipe: a. Use primer and solvent cement. Join pipe in the manner recommended by the manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices. b. Cure for 30 minutes before handling and 24 hours before allowing water in the pipe. c. Snake pipe from side to side within the trench. 3) UV Radiation Resistant Polyethylene Pipe: a. Join pipe in the manner recommended by manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices. Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 7 of 10 b. Snake pipe from side to side within the trench, on the soil surface, and hold in place with tubing stakes spaced every five feet. 4) Fittings: The use of cross type fittings is not permitted. D. Specialized Pipe and Fittings: l) Pre -fabricated double swing joints: Install per manufacturer's recommendations. 2) Low Density Polyethylene Hose: Install per manufacturer's recommendations. 3) PVC Threaded Connections: a. Use only factory -formed threads. Field -cut threads are not permitted. b. Use only Teflon -type tape. c. When connection is plastic -to -metal, the plastic component shall have male threads and the metal component shall have female threads. 4) Make metal -to -metal, threaded connections with Teflon -type tape or pipe joint compound applied to the male threads only. 3.5 INSTALLATION OF SPRINKLER IRRIGATION COMPONENTS A. Remote Control Valve (RCV) Assembly for Sprinkler Laterals: 1) Contact Owner's Representative before making connections to spare control wires or mainline. 2) Flush mainline before installation of RCV assembly. 3) Install where indicated on the drawings. Wire connectors and waterproof sealant shall be used to connect control wires to remote control valve wires. Install connectors and sealant per the manufacturer's recommendations. 4) Install only one RCV to a valve box. Locate valve box at least 12-inches from and align with nearby walls or edges of paved areas. Group RCV assemblies together where practical. Arrange grouped valve boxes in rectangular patterns. Allow at least 12-inches between valve boxes. 5) Adjust RCV to regulate the downstream operating pressure. 6) Attach ID tag with controller station number to control wiring. B. Sprinkler Assembly: 1) Flush lateral pipe before installing sprinkler assembly. 2) Install per the installation details at locations shown on the drawings. 3) Locate rotary sprinklers 6-inches from adjacent walls, fences, or edges of paved areas. 4) Locate spray sprinklers 3-inches from adjacent walls, fences, or edges of paved areas. 5) Set sprinklers perpendicular to the fmish grade. Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 8 of 10 6) Supply appropriate nozzle or adjust arc of coverage of each sprinkler for best performance. 7) Adjust the radius of throw of each sprinkler for best performance. 3.6 INSTALLATION OF DRIP IRRIGATION COMPONENTS A. Remote Control Valve (RCV) Assembly for Drip Laterals: 1) Contact Owner's Representative before making connections to spare control wires or mainline. 2) Flush mainline pipe before installing RCV assembly. 3) Locate as shown on the drawings. Wire connectors and waterproof sealant shall be used to connect control wires to remote control valve wires. Connectors and sealant shall be installed as per the manufacturer's recommendations. 4) Install only one RCV to valve box. Locate at least 12-inches from and align with nearby walls or edges of paved areas. Group RCV assemblies together where practical. 5) Arrange grouped valve boxes in rectangular patterns. B. Drip Emitter Assembly: 1) Locate as shown on the drawings and installation details. 2) Flush lateral pipe before installing emitter assembly. 3) Cut emitter outlet distribution tubing square. 4) Install an access sleeve as part of each multiple -outlet emitter assembly for emitters located in turf areas. 5) Use tools and techniques recommended by the manufacturer. Make openings for barb -mounted emitters with the emitter manufacturer's hole -punching tool. C. Flush Cap Assembly: Install at the end of each drip irrigation lateral pipe as shown on the installation details. 3.7 INSTALLATION OF CONTROL SYSTEM COMPONENTS A. Control Wire: 1) Bundle control wires where two or more are in the same trench. Bundle with pipe wrapping tape spaced at 10-foot intervals. 2) Provide a 24-inch excess length of wire in an 8-inch diameter loop at each 90 degree change of direction, at both ends of sleeves, and at 100-foot intervals along continuous runs of wiring. Make wiring loop by turning control wire 5 turns around 1-inch pipe. Coil 24-inch length of wire within each remote control valve box. 3) If a control wire must be spliced, make splice with wire connectors and waterproof sealant, installed per the manufacturer's instructions. Locate splice in a valve box which contains an irrigation valve assembly, or in a separate 6-inch round valve box. Use same procedure for connection to valves as for in -line splices. Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 9 of 10 3.8 Project Record (As -Built) Drawings A. Submit Record Drawings under provisions of As -Built Drawing Section of Specifications- or Contractor Closeout, Record Documents. Maintain on -site and separate from documents used for construction, one complete set of contract documents as Project Documents. Keep documents current. Do not permanently cover work until as - built information is recorded. B. Record pipe and wiring network alterations. Record work which is installed differently than shown on the construction drawings. Record accurate reference dimensions, measured from at least two permanent reference points, of each irrigation system valve, each backflow prevention device, each controller or control unit, each sleeve end, each stub -out for future pipe or wiring connections, and other irrigation components enclosed within a valve box. C. Prior to Final Review, purchase from the Owners' Representative a reproducible mylar copy of the drawings. Using AutoCAD or drafting software, duplicate information contained on the project drawings maintained on site. Label each sheet "Record Drawing". Completion of the Record Drawings will be a prerequisite for the Final Review. 3.9 MAINTENANCE A. Upon completion of Final Review, maintain irrigation system for a duration of 30 calendar days. Make periodic examinations and adjustments to irrigation system components so as to achieve the most desirable application of water. B. Following completion of the Contractor's maintenance period, the Owner will be responsible for maintaining the system in working order during the remainder of the guarantee/warranty period, for performing necessary minor maintenance, for trimming around sprinklers, for protecting against vandalism, and for preventing damage during the landscape maintenance operation. 3.10 CLEAN-UP A. Upon completion of work, remove from the site all machinery, tools, excess materials, and rubbish. End of Section Cottonwood Glen Parking Lot Addition SECTION 02810- IRRIGATION SYSTEM Page 10 of 10 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02920 — TURF SEED CONSTRUCTION PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Work Included A. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment and perform all work and services necessary for irrigated turf seed construction in the quantities required. Furnish and install all supplementary or miscellaneous items, appurtenances and devices incidental to or necessary for a healthy, sound, and complete, craftsman -like installation. Work to include: l . Application of herbicides. 2. Soil preparation. 3. Fine grading of all planting areas. 4. Seeding and mulch. 5. Maintenance during establishment. 1.02 Related Work A. Tree Protection: Section 02122 B. Irrigation Installation: Section 02810 C. Sod Construction: Section 02950 D. Planting Maintenance: Section 02970, 1.03 Submittals & Quality Assurance A. Submit three copies of: 1. Manufacturer's specifications and literature on all products; 2. Manufacturer's tests (within 6 months of application) on supplied products; 3. Complete materials list including quantities and description of materials. B. Summary of submittals from this section: 1. Seed mix content. 2. Soil amendment analysis. 3. Mulch. 4. Seed tags from bags. C. Provide at least one person who shall be present at all times during execution of this portion of the work and who shall be thoroughly familiar with the type of materials being installed and the best methods for their installation and who shall direct all work performed under this section. 1.04 Inspections A. Initial Inspection: Contractor will inspect existing site conditions and note irregularities affecting the work of this section. Verify that grading operations have been satisfactorily completed and that top soil of adequate quantity and quality has been placed in all disturbed areas as specified. Verify that the areas to be revegetated are protected from concentrated runoff and sediment from adjacent areas. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking, Landscape & Irrigation Section 02920 — Turf Seed Construction Page 1 of 5 Note any previous treatments to the areas such as temporary seeding or mulching and discuss with the City Representative how these treatments will affect permanent revegetation. Report all irregularities affecting work of this section to the City Representative before initiating work. When the Contractor begins work under this section, it implies acceptance of existing conditions. B. Substantial and Final Acceptance: 1. Contractor shall notify City Representative prior to start of work. City Representative will monitor the work. 2. Upon completion of the seeding operations, the contractor shall notify the City Representative to review the work. If all work is acceptable, the City Representative shall record the date and issue a "Conditional Acceptance" certificate which states that the Contractor shall begin maintenance of all seeded areas as specified. 3. Seeded areas shall receive "Final Acceptance" provided a healthy, even colored, viable turf is established, free of weeds and undesirable grass species, disease and insects. Seeded areas shall meet the required coverage for seed establishment. 1.05 Guarantee A. Guarantee seeded areas against defects for a period of one growing season from the date of final acceptance. B. This guarantee will not be enforced should seeded area die due to vandalism, improper maintenance by Owner, lawn mower damage, or other circumstances beyond the control of the Contractor. C. Replace seeded turf when. it is no longer in a satisfactory condition as determined by the Owner's Representative for the duration of the guarantee period. D. Areas seeded in the spring shall be inspected for required coverage the following fall no later than October. Areas seeded in the fall will be inspected October of the following year. PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01 Herbicide A. Round -Up 2.02 Soil Amendment A. Use compost or well rotted manure free from lumps, stones or other foreign matter. Do not use Colorado mountain peat, sphagnum peat is acceptable. Soil amendment must be free of mineral matter or chemical composition harmful to plant life and have the following properties: Organic Matter: 35-40% pH: 7.4 to 8.5 Salt: < 7 mmhos/cm Submit test results prior to application. Apply at a rate of six cubic yards per 1,000 square feet in areas of high traffic and sports fields. See landscape plan for designated area. 2.03 Seed A. Seed shall be of the latest crop available and shall be certified seed with a PLS (pure live,seed) rate no lower than 92%. Seed shall meet the requirements of Colorado Department of Agriculture Seed Laws, Chapter 35, Article 27. Seed shall be no greater than one year old. Seed which has become wet, moldy, or otherwise damaged in transit or in storage shall not be used. All seed shall be delivered in sealed bags showing weight, analysis, and vendor's name. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking, Landscape & Irrigation Section 02920 — Turf Seed Construction Page 2 of 5 1. Irrigated Turf Seed NHx: Fescue The seed mixture shall be a blend of dwarf type tall fescue cultivars to be approved by the City Representative and Parks & Public Places Department. The seeding rate shall be 9 lbs. Per 1,000 square feet. The following list is representative of the desired mix. Species Scientific Common Name Name Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, Crew Cut Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, Monarch Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, Crossfire II Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, Shortstop II Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, Leprechaun Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, El Dorado Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, Rebel Jr. Dwarf Tall Festuca Fescue, Pixie 2.04 Fertilizer COMMERCIAL FERTILIZER CONTENT & APPLICATION RATE Commercial fertilizer Percent available by weight (18-46-0) Nitrogen 18 Phosphorus46 Potassium 0 Application rate of 242 lbs. per acre. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Site Preparation A. Prepare areas as follows: 1. Remove any existing vegetation not scheduled to remain. Apply Roundup herbicide to all weeds and undisturbed areas that shall be re -seeded. Allow herbicide to sit for 7 to 10 days before tilling or preparing soil for seed. Apply Roundup at manufacturer's recommended rate for vegetation type specified. 2. Rip existing topsoil to a minimum depth of eight (8) inches in one direction using an agricultural ripper with tines spaced at no greater than 18 inches. Areas adjacent to walks, structures, curbs, etc., where the use of large mechanical equipment is difficult, shall be worked with smaller equipment or by hand. 3. Place soil amendment at a rate of six (6) cubic yards per 1,000 square feet in areas to be irrigated as indicated on plans. 4.. Till all areas to be planted to a depth of six (6) inches. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking, Landscape & Irrigation Section 02920 — Turf Seed Construction Page 3 of 5 5. In tree protection areas, the topsoil shall be worked by hand to a depth of 3 inches. 6. Remove all rubble, stones, plant material and extraneous material over l'/2 inches in diameter from the site. 7. Apply pre -planting fertilizer specified in Part 2 of this Section. 8. Restore fine grade with float drag to remove irregularities resulting from tilling operations. Float drag in two directions. Coordinate restoration of fine grade to establish the vegetation subgrade at one inch below adjacent paved surfaces. Match grade at property lines and work - limit lines. B. Remove any additional stones over 1'/2 inches that have come to the surface. Perform drainage test by applying water with the irrigation system. All grades shall provide for run-off of water without low spots or pockets. Do not plant until the finished grade is reviewed by the City Representative. This review does not reduce Contractor's responsibility to provide a finished product that drains properly. 3.02 Seed Application A. Seed areas indicated on drawings and areas disturbed by construction. B. Selection of the time of seeding shall be Contractor's responsibility, consistent with germination and erosion control requirements. Optimal seeding time for Tall Fescue is mid May through early September. C. Re -work previously prepared areas that have become compacted or damaged by rains or traffic. D. Apply by drilling, drill in a minimum of two directions at right angles to one another. Broadcast or hydro seed in areas that are inaccessible or too steep to drill or as indicated on plans. E. Do not drill or sow during windy weather or when ground is frozen or untillable. F. Cover seed to depth of 1/4 inch by raking or dragging. G. Firm seeded areas with a roller weighing maximum of 100 lbs. per foot of width. 3.03 Hydraulic Seeding and Mulching Option A. Where areas to be seeded are too steep or inaccessible for equipment, Contractor shall seed, fertilize and or mulch by hydraulic spray application. Seed is required at double the rate specified and wood cellulose fiber mulch is required to be applied at a rate of one ton per acre. If hydraulic seeding is used with drill seeding then use the specified application rate. B. Combine seed with water to provide a slurry. Perform hydraulic application in such a manner that the liquid carrier will uniformly distribute the material over the entire area to be seeded at rates not less than specified. Do not compact hydraulically seeded areas following application. If seed and mulch are applied in a single application the rate of seed application shall be doubled. 3.04 Maintenance A. Seed Establishment Period: l . Water seeded areas as needed, minimum of two times per day, until grass is established. Water so that no erosion or movement of seed or mulch occurs. Hand water as necessary to prevent movement of seed. 2. Seed establishment period shall begin upon completion of seeding operations and continue through the first mowing or until the turf is established. 3. Post "keep off the grass" signs until turf is established. 4. Maintain seeded areas until all the grass is established and has been mowed once. Maintenance shall include watering, fertilizing and herbicide weed control as necessary. Do Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking, Landscape & Irrigation Section 02920 — Turf Seed Construction Page 4 of 5 not apply herbicide before the first mowing, do not mow before the majority of seedlings have three leaf blades. 5. Mowing: Mow when grass is over four (4) inches. Mow at a height of three (3) inches. Do not mow more than one third (1/3) height of grass. Reduce irrigation prior to mowing to prevent damage to turf. 6. Required coverage for grass seed areas shall be twenty five (25) viable live seedlings of the species specified per square foot as measured from five (5) feet directly overhead. Determination of required coverage will be based on a random sampling of the entire project area, and shall consist of a minimum of five samples, each two square feet in area. Bare spots are defined as those areas larger than one square foot which do not meet the required coverage. After the inspection it is the Contractor's responsibility to perform the required maintenance within one week to insure a healthy established seeding condition. 7. The total area occupied by bare spots larger than 0.5 square feet must not exceed ten percent (10%) of the total seeded area. Maximum single bare spot size is one square foot. All seeded grass areas which do not meet the satisfactory stand of growth qualification shall be reseeded and hydromulched. 8. Once the maintenance periods are completed and seed establishment is accepted, the City Representative shall issue a written notice of Final Acceptance. The guarantee period extends for one full growing season after Final Acceptance. 3.05 Reseeding and Repair A. Reseed areas where there is not a satisfactory stand of grass at the end of establishment period. Scratch the surface to prepare seed bed and over -seed with drill seeder or hydromulch. B. Reseed areas that have been damaged or disturbed by the Contractor's operation according to these specifications. C. After one growing season, there shall be no visual difference between seed and healthy sod in irrigated areas. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking, Landscape & Irrigation Section 02920 — Turf Seed Construction Page 5 of 5 DIVISION 1 SECTION 01000 — PROJECT SUMMARY PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Scope A. This section contains general requirements that are applicable to this project. 1.02 Description of Work A. The Contractor shall provide labor, materials and equipment necessary to perform the work items called for on the bid schedule. 1.03 City Furnished Materials A. None. 1.04 Conditions of Work A. Area of Work: The Contractor shall confine his operations to the immediate work area. Material storage shall be confined to areas shown on the Drawings or designated by the City. B. Regulations: The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to safety, traffic control, fire prevention, erosion control and environmental protection. C. Working Hours: The Contractor's working hours shall be between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., with no work on weekends and Federal holidays, unless otherwise approved by the City. D. Material Storage: The Contractor's material and equipment storage site shall be limited to the area of the project site. The area shall be kept orderly and free of litter. The location of staging and material storage areas shall be approved by the Owner's representative. E. Construction Fencing: The Contractor may construct a fence around the project limits to prevent pedestrian and automotive access to the construction site, and to prohibit access to protected areas. Fence height and materials shall be approved by the Owner's Representative. Construction fences shall be maintained in good condition throughout the duration of the construction process. 1.05 Project Cleanup A. The Contractor is responsible to maintain the construction site in a clean and orderly condition from the start of the project to completion. Daily cleanups are required. 1. The City may require Contractor to perform cleanup within 100 feet of the progress of the work and perform cleanup of the site daily prior to work stoppage. B. Store volatile wastes in covered containers and dispose off -site. I . Provide on -site covered containers for the collection of waste materials, debris and rubbish. 2. Neatly store construction materials, such as concrete forms, when not in use. C. Wastes shall not be buried or burned on the site or disposed of into storm drains, sanitary sewers, streams or waterways. D. At project completion the Contractor shall remove equipment, materials, and debris from the site including toilets and dumpsters. Areas around work sites shall be cleaned, with dirt and grass surfaces raked clean of any slag from the Contractor's operations. Broom clean exterior paved surfaces. Remaining dirt and fill material shall be removed, or may be scattered, with the approval of the City. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01000 —PROJECT SUMMARY Page 1 of 3 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02930 - SOD CONSTRUCTION PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Work Included A. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, tools, equipment and perform all work and services necessary for sod construction in the quantities required. B. Furnish and install all supplementary or miscellaneous items, appurtenances and devices incidental to or necessary for a healthy, sound, and complete, craftsman -like installation. Work to include: l . Application of herbicides. 2. Soil preparation. 3. Fine grading of all planting areas. 4. Sod installation. 5. Maintenance during establishment. 1.02 Submittals & Quality Assurance A. Submit three copies of: 1. Manufacturer's specifications and literature on all products. 2. Manufacturer's tests (within 6 months of application) on supplied products. 3. Sod grower's letter certifying the sod's species composition. B. Provide at least one person who shall be present at all times during execution of this portion of the work and who shall be thoroughly familiar with the type of materials being installed and the best methods for their installation and who shall direct all work performed under this section. 1.03 Inspection A. Initial Inspection: Contractor will inspect existing site conditions and note irregularities affecting the work of this section. Verify that grading operations have been satisfactorily completed and that topsoil of adequate quantity and quality has been placed in all disturbed areas as specified. Verify that the areas to be sodded are protected from concentrated runoff and sediment from adjacent areas. Note any previous treatments to the areas such as temporary seeding or mulching and discuss with the City Representative how these treatments will affect permanent revegetation. Report all irregularities affecting work of this section to the City Representative before initiating work. When the Contractor begins work under this section, it implies acceptance of existing conditions. B. Substantial and Final Acceptance: 1. Contractor shall notify City Representative prior to start of work. City Representative will be responsible to monitor the work. 2. Sodded areas shall receive "Final Acceptance" provided a healthy, even colored, viable turf is established, free of weeds and undesirable grass species, disease and insects. City of Fort Collins Section 02930 — Sod Construction Paris Planning & Development Division Page 1 of 4 1.04 Guarantee A. Guarantee sod against defects for a period of one growing season from the date of final acceptance. B. This guarantee shall not be enforced should sod die due to vandalism, improper maintenance by Owner, lawn mower damage or other circumstances beyond the control of the Contractor. C. Replace sod when it is no longer in a satisfactory condition as determined by the Owner's Representative for the duration of the guarantee period. D. Areas sodded in the spring shall be inspected for required coverage the following fall not later than October. Areas sodded in the fall will be inspected in October of the following year. PART2 - MATERIALS 2.01 Herbicide A. Round -Up 2.02 Soil Amendment A. Use compost or two year cured manure free from lumps, stones or other foreign matter. Soil amendment must be free of mineral matter or chemical composition harmful to plant life and have the following properties: Organic Matter: 35-45% pH: 7.4 to 8.5 Salt: < 7 mmhos/cm 2.03 Fertilizer A. Fertilizer is not necessary. 2.04 Sod A. Provide strongly rooted sod not less than 2 years old and free of weeds. B. Species composition shall be a mix of Tall Fescue Blend. C. Furnish in rolls: 1. Uniformly mowed height when harvested. 2. Free of disease, nematodes, pests and pest larvae. 3. Thickness: Soil thickness of sod cuts shall not be less than 3/4 inch nor more than 1 inch. D. Weeds: 1. Free of Bermuda grass, Quack grass, Johnson grass, poison ivy, nut sedge, nimble will, Canada thistle, bindweed, bent grass, wild garlic, ground ivy, perennial sorrel. 2. Containing less than 10 Jimsonweed, mustard, lamb's quarter, chickweed, cress or crab grass plant per 100 sq. ft. 2.05 Water A. Free of substances harmful to plant growth. Contractor responsible for watering even if area sprinkler system is not operational. 2.06 Pegs A. Softwood, 3/4 inch diameter, 8 inch length. City of Fort Collins Section 02930 — Sod Construction Park Planning & Development Division Page 2 of 4 PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Site Preparation A. Prepare areas as follows: 1. Remove any existing vegetation not scheduled to remain. 2. Rip existing topsoil to a minimum depth of eight (8) inches in one direction using an agricultural ripper with tines spaced at no greater than 18 inches. Areas adjacent to walks, structures, curbs, etc., where the use of large mechanical equipment is difficult, shall be worked with smaller equipment or by hand. 3. Place soil amendment at a rate of six (6) cubic yards per 1,000 square feet. 4. Till all areas to be planted to a depth of six (6) inches. 5. In tree protection areas, the topsoil shall be worked by hand to a depth of 3 inches. 6. Remove all rubble, stones, plant material and extraneous material over 1'/z inches in diameter from the site. 7. Restore fine grade with float drag to remove irregularities resulting from tilling operations. Float drag in two directions. Coordinate restoration of fine grade to establish the vegetation subgrade at one inch below adjacent paved surfaces. Match grade at property lines and work - limit lines. B. Remove any additional stones over l'/z inches that have come to the surface. Perform drainage test by applying water with the irrigation system. Do not plant until the finished grade is reviewed by City Representative. This review does not reduce Contractor's responsibility to provide a finished product that drains properly. 3.02 Installation A. Sod areas indicated on drawings. B. Selection of the time of sodding shall be the Contractor's responsibility, consistent with weather limitations. Coordinate with Parks Maintenance if fall watering is required for establishment. C. Begin sodding from bottom of slopes. D. Lay first row of sod in a straight line with long dimension of pads parallel to slope contours. E. Butt side and end joints. F. Stagger end joints in adjacent rows. G. Do not stretch or overlap sod. H. Peg sod on slopes greater than 3 to 1 with a minimum of two pegs per sq. yd. I. Water sod immediately after transplanting. J. Roll sod, except on pegged areas, with roller weighing not more than 150 lbs. per foot of roller width. K. Water sod and soil to a depth of 4 to 6 inches within four hours after rolling. L. Provide sufficient barriers and signage notifying the public to keep off the newly sodded areas. 3.03 Maintenance A. Sod establishment period: City of Fort Collins Section 02930 — Sod Construction Park Planning & Development Division Page 3 of 4 l . Sod establishment period shall begin immediately after installation and continue through the second or third mowing when turf is established. Maintenance shall include watering, mowing, fertilizing and weed control as necessary. 2. Watering: Water sod areas as needed to keep wet to a depth of 4 to 6 inches for 2 to 3 weeks until grass is established. Avoid standing water, surface wash or erosion from over -watering. Reduce water application after the first few weeks. 3. Mowing: Mow when grass is over four (4) inches. Mow at a height of three (3) inches. Do not mow more than one third (1/3) height of grass. Reduce irrigation prior to mowing to prevent damage to turf. Mow with walk behind mower. 4. Disease and Insect Control: A licensed applicator shall apply fungicides and insecticides as required to control disease and insects in accordance with state law requirements. 3.04 Re -sod and Repair A. Resod areas where there is not a satisfactory stand of grass at the end of establishment period. B. Sod shall be established at least 30 days prior to Final Acceptance. C. Re -sod spots larger than I sq. ft. not having a uniform stand of grass. END OF SECTION City of Fort Collins Section 02930 — Sod Construction Park Planning & Development Division Page 4 of 4 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Scope A. Bidding Documents and Information, Conditions of the Contract and Division 1 — General Requirements apply to the Work of this Section of the Specifications B. Soil preparation and soil amendments C. Finish grading. D. Fertilizer E. Wood Mulch F. Weed Barrier G. Landscape Boulders H. Tree Stakes, Guys and Tree Wrap I. Plant Materials 1.02 Related Sections A. Section 02810 — Irrigation B. Section 02920 Turf Seed Construction C. Section 02930 Sod Construction 1.03 Unit Price — Measurement and Payment D. Organic Amendment: By percent complete. Includes supplying amendment. Provide Delivery Tickets with job name and delivery date from supplier. E. Soil Preparation: Includes distribution of soil amendment, grading, ripping, roto-tilling, and finish grading. By the percent complete. Includes all soil preparation, placing and tilling amendments, mulch bed subgrade establishment and finish grading. F. Tree shrub, and groundcover planting: Includes installation of weed barrier and mulches, planting of trees, shrubs, groundcovers, perennials, and annuals. Includes fertilization and backfill. By the percent complete. 1.04 Protection A. Protect landscaping and other features remaining as final work. B. Protect existing structures, fences, sidewalks, utilities, paving, and curbs. 1.05 Samples, Submittals and Quality Assurance A. Organic Amendment: Submit sample in a plastic baggie. Product delivered to site shall match the submitted sample. B. Organic Amendment Analysis: Submit copies of amendment analysis from qualified soil testing laboratory: C. Organic Amendment: Submit organic amendment delivery receipts to owner's representative for review. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 1 of 9 D. Soil Analysis: Submit copies of soil test results from CSU lab. Submit copies of CSU cover letter with recommendations that are provided with soil test. E. Fertilizer: 1. Submit sample of Osmocote fertilizer in a plastic baggie. F. Organic Mulch: 2. Wood Mulch: Submit sample of proposed mulch in a plastic baggie. Submit name of proposed supplier. G. Weed barrier: Submit brand name and model number/name of proposed weed barrier to be used. 1.06 Inspections A. Site Inspection: Contractor will inspect existing site conditions and note irregularities affecting the work of this section. Verify that grading operations have been satisfactorily completed and that topsoil of adequate quantity and quality has been placed in areas as specified. Verify that the areas to be revegetated are protected from concentrated runoff and sediment from adjacent areas. Note previous treatments to the areas such as temporary seeding or mulching and discuss with the Owner's Representative how these treatments will affect permanent revegetation. Report irregularities affecting work of this section to the Owner's Representative before initiating work. When the Contractor begins work under this section, it implies acceptance of existing conditions. 2. Contractor shall notify Owner's Representative prior to start of work. Owner's Representative will be responsible to monitor the work. B. Pre -planting Inspections: Plant material shall be inspected by a Owner's Representative before planting. Inspection of materials may be sequenced by major planting areas to accommodate efficient planting operations. Plants for inspection must be in a single location preferably on the project site. Rejected materials must be removed from the site, replaced and reinspected before planting. If the supplier is a local nursery, tagged plants may be inspected at the nursery. Photographs of the plant materials to be obtained from non -local sources may be submitted to the Owner's Representative for preliminary inspection. This preliminary inspection is subject to final approval of plants at the job site. The Owner reserves the right to reject plant material at any stage of construction or guarantee period. 2. Soil amendments, backf ill mixes and mulches will be inspected at the site by the Owner's Representative before they are used in planting operations. 3. Owner's Representatives will inspect staked locations of trees before digging for those plants occurs. Owner's Representatives will inspect the location of shrubs in their containers at the proposed locations before digging commences. Contact Owner's Representative at least two days in advance. C. Substantial Completion Inspection: 1. As soon as all planting is completed, a review and preliminary inspection to determine the condition of the vegetation will be held by the Owner's Representatives upon request by the Contractor. 2. The inspection will occur only after the following conditions have been met: a. Landscape areas will be free of weeds and neatly cultivated; b. Plant basins shall be in good repair; c. Irrigation systems shall be fully operational with heads properly adjusted; Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 2 of 9 d. Debris and litter shall be cleaned up and walkways and curbs shall be cleaned of soil and debris left from planting operations. 3. If, after the inspection, the Owner's Representative is of the opinion that the work has been performed as per the Contract Documents, and that the vegetation is in satisfactory growing condition, he will give the Contractor Written Notice of Acceptance and the Guarantee Period shall begin. 4. Work requiring corrective action in the judgment of the City Representative shall be performed within the first ten (10) days of the guarantee period. Any work not performed within this time will necessitate an equivalent extension of the guarantee period. Corrective work and materials replacement shall be in accordance with the Contract Documents, and shall be made by the Contractor at no cost to the Owner. 5. Final approval and Substantial Completion notice will be given when all deficiencies are corrected. D. End of Guarantee Period Inspection: I . At the end of the second full growing season the Owner's Representatives will inspect trees for satisfactory condition. The inspection shall take place in September and the Owner's Representative shall contact the Contractor concerning replacements. Replacements may take place the following spring if deemed proper or necessary. 2. The Contractor is responsible for removal of tree stakes, wire and webbing at the end of the guarantee period. 1.07 Plant Material Guarantee/Warranty A. Provide a two-year warranty (unless noted otherwise) from the date of Substantial Completion. Substantial Completion is hereby defined as the point at which the Landscape Contractor is 100% complete with installation and is ready for a Substantial Completion Review. The Owner's representative will have sole authority to grant Substantial Completion. The minimum two-year warranty includes all aspects of this section including installation, and materials. B. Guarantee plant material used in this section against defects due to any cause for a period of two full growing seasons from the date of acceptance of all work. This guarantee includes insect infestation or infection by disease organisms. C. Replace woody vegetation when it is no longer in a satisfactory condition as determined by the City Representative for the duration of the Warranty Period. Make replacements within fourteen days of notification from the City Representative. Replacement planting for trees shall be done in the spring planting season, except as approved otherwise. If a tree is in marginal condition at the end of the guarantee period it may be agreeable to both parties to wait until the end of the growing season before deciding whether to replace that tree. Plant materials that are replaced during the warranty period shall be replaced one time at the Contractor's expense. Cost of subsequent replacements, if required, shall be negotiated with the Owner's Representative. Warranty replacement plant materials planted within 6 months after Substantial completion shall have the same end of warranty as the original installation. Plants replaced within 6 months of the end of the warranty shall be warranted an additional 6 months after the date of completion of the initial warranty period. D. This guarantee will not be enforced should woody vegetation die due to vandalism; improper maintenance procedures carried out by the Owner involving over or under watering, lawn mower damage, over -fertilization, fire, flood, or hail or other similar circumstances beyond the control of the Contractor. E. It is the responsibility of the Landscape Contractor to monitor ongoing maintenance of the project during the warranty period. If the Landscape Contractor finds fault with ongoing maintenance activities of the Maintenance Contractor, they shall be immediately brought to the attention of the Owner's Representative. The warranty will in no way be invalidated because of activities of the Maintenance Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 3 of 9 Contractor unless approved by the Owner's Representative. F. Replacements shall be of the same kind and size as originally specified and shall be installed as described in the contract documents unless changes are approved by City Representatives. Repairs and replacements shall be made at no expense to the Owner. PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01Organic Amendment A. Organic Amendment shall be A-1 Organic, Colorado Compost (Windsor 686-5121), or equivalent approved 7 days prior to bidding. Compost shall meet the following specifications: A totally organic product (Mountain peat is not acceptable in the amendment) that has been aerobically and naturally processed without the addition of coarse wood chips, in such a manner as to maintain a consistent temperature of 140 degrees Fahrenheit or greater for a period of time sufficient to create the following characteristics, measured by dry weight: I . Maximum allowable organic matter: 60% 2. Organic matter to nitrogen ratio 25:1 to 30:1. 3. pH: 6.5 to 7.5 4. Salts: 2.0 to 3.0 mmhos. 5. Less that 40% inorganic matter. 6. Less than 5% soil, dirt, or sand 7. Maximum particle size of %" diameter 8. Eradication of all harmful weed seeds, pathogens, and bacteria. 9. A well decomposed earthy smell (non -offensive) 2.02 Topsoil A. Existing on -site topsoil for use as part of backfill mix. Submit a minimum of 2 samples of soil to the Colorado State University Soil Testing laboratory for analysis and fertilizer recommendations. Samples shall be taken from widely varying sections of the site. 2.03 Fertilizer: A. Fertilizer for turf shall be commercial type, of uniform composition, free flowing, and conforming to applicable state and federal laws. Fertilizer shall be formulated to meet the suggestions of the CSU soil laboratory for turf fertilization. B. Fertilizer for trees, shrubs, and perennials shall be Osmocote Sierrablen, 9 month slow release fertilizer. Apply per manufacturer's recommendations. C. Bone Meal. Commercially available brand. Submit proposed formulation and company name. 2.04 Mulch A. Fibrous Redwood or Fibrous Cedar Mulch shall be used in planting beds. 2.05 Weed Barrier A. Weed barrier shall be - Mirafi 140, Typar 3341, or Polyspun 300 or approved equivalent. 2.06 Plant Materials A. Plant List - A plant list is provided on the drawings. Quantities shown on the list are for information Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 4 of 9 only. Contractor shall be responsible for verifying quantity takeoffs as shown on the drawings. In the event of a discrepancy between quantities shown on the plant list and quantities depicted on the plans, the quantities depicted on the plans shall govern. B. Plant Material Quality - Plants shall meet the American Association of Nurserymen (AAN) standards for established plants and, the Landscape Contractors of Colorado standard specifications. The most recent editions shall govern. Plants shall be well branched and well established in their containers or balls. Plants that shown signs of being potbound with substantial roots circling the perimeter of the container may be rejected. Trees shall be Colorado grown, or have been grown at a source with a latitude equal to or north of Colorado and with a similar climate, or have been acclimated in Colorado for at least 3 growing seasons. Shrubs and perennials shall be Colorado grown or have been acclimated to the Colorado climate by being planted early enough in the growing season to adapt to Colorado conditions and develop adequate rooting to survive winter. Meeting these standards shall not relieve the contractor of required conditions of the warranty/guaranty. C. Diseases and injuries - Plants with disease or insects are not permitted. Plants with substantial scarring of the trunk may be rejected. Plants with wounds or broken branches may be rejected D. Plant Review - All plant material is subject to review by the Owner's Representative prior to delivery to the site. Review at the nursery does not constitute final acceptance. All plant material is subject to review at the site prior to planting, review during substantial completion, review at final acceptance, review at any time during the warranty period, and review at the time of the warranty completion. Dead, poor, or unhealthy specimens shall be replaced within 10 days of notification by the Owner's Representative. The Owner's representative or his assigned representative shall be the sole person responsible for deciding whether a plant is to be replaced. E. Botanic and Common Names - Both names are given in the plant list and are in conformance with standard horticultural practice. Plants are to be delivered to the site with tags bearing the botanic name as indicated on the plant list. F. Digging, wrapping and handling - Plants shall be dug and prepared for shipment in a manner that will not cause damage to branches, shape, and future development after planting. G. Balled and burlapped plants shall be nursery grown stock adequately balled with a firm rootball, and in sizes and ratios conforming to the Colorado Nursery Act and in conformance with the AAN standards. Balls shall be firmly wrapped in non treated burlap and bound and secured with wire, nylon, or jute. Broken or heavily damaged balls will not be accepted. Chicken wire is not acceptable. H. Container grown plants shall have been nursery grown in containers and shall have sufficient roots to hold the entire soil mass together when the container is removed. I. Options: If all other requirements for size are met a container plant may be substituted for a balled and burlapped plant. A spaded plant may be substituted for a balled and burlapped plant. 2.07 Plant Protection A. Plants shall be protected at all times from drying out or other injury. Protect balls of plants from drying out. Wrap trees with a protective cloth when transporting. Do not transport trees in a an uncovered moving vehicle when the outside temperature is above 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray trees with water prior to travel to any destination. Use caution in handling plants to prevent major damage to roots/ trunk, or branches. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Examination A. Verify Rough grading is within t 1 tenth of a foot. Verify site is free from obstructions, objects, or structures that are not a part of the final site construction. Verify major drainages are completed and in place. Do not start work until the site is acceptable. Once landscape grading has commenced, the Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 5 of 9 Landscape Contractor shall be responsible for bringing all grading to final line and grade and creating positive drainage. B. Verify substrate base has been contoured. 3.02 Clearing A. Prior to any soil preparation , existing vegetation not to remain and which might interfere with the specified soil preparation shall be mowed, grubbed, raked, and the debris removed from the site. Prior to or during grading or tillage operations the ground surface shall be cleared of materials which might hinder final operations. 3.03 Soil Preparation and Finish Grading A. Ripping: 1. Protection- Field locate all buried cables, wires, electrical service, irrigation lines and any other subsurface element that may be damaged during ripping operations. Stake and/or paint locations with an easily visible system that will enable equipment operators to avoid damaging buried utilities. 2. Prepare irrigated and non -irrigated seed, sod, shrub bed, and ground cover areas as follows: a. Rip soil to a minimum depth of 12" in two directions using an agricultural ripper with tines spaced no greater than 12". Areas adjacent to walks, buried obstructions, structures, curbs etc, where the use of large mechanical equipment is difficult, shall be worked by hand. b. If roots of trees are encountered, minimize ripping operations as needed to avoid cutting roots or damaging plant material. c. Apply Roundup to areas to be seeded a minimum of 2 weeks after topsoil has been redistributed and before application of soil amendment. Apply Roundup only when weeds are growing vigorously. Apply at manufacturers maximum recommended rate. B. Spread the following amendments over the entire area to receive landscaping. Incorporate the amendments into the top 6 inches of soil by rototilling: General Irrigated Shrub Bed, Seed and Sod Areas groundcover, and perennial Area Compost 4CY/1,000SF. 5 CY/1,000SF Fertilizer Per recommendation of soil lab report Bone NA 201bs./100SF Meal C. Incorporate amendments by discing or rototilling into the top 6 inches of soil. Obtain a uniform mixture. Work tight areas by hand. D. Restore fine grade with float drag to remove irregularities resulting from tilling operations. Float drag in two directions. Use only a hand rake in perennial and annual beds. E. Eliminate uneven areas and low spots. Establish a finish grade that provides positive drainage as Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 6 of 9 1.06 Trash Removal A. Non -salvageable items and trash shall be hauled off the site and disposed of in accordance with applicable state and local regulations. Items shall be transported in tarp -covered or closed vehicles. Materials dropped or blown off vehicles shall be picked up immediately by Contractor. 1.07 Verification of Dimensions A. The Contractor shall he responsible for the coordination and proper relation of the work. He shall field verify dimensions and advise the City of any discrepancies prior to proceeding with that phase of the work. 1.08 Fire Hydrants A. Fire Hydrant Connections: City's or District's permission is required for connection to fire hydrants. Only compatible adapters shall be utilized for hydrant connections. A gate valve shall be provided and installed by the Contractor between the hydrant and supply hoses to control flow. Connection shall include backflow protection. Temporary connections to fire hydrants shall be disconnected at the end of each working day. No quick closing valves such as plug or. butterfly valves will be used. 1.09 Outages A. Utility outages necessitated by the work shall be requested in writing at least fifteen (15) working days prior to the proposed outage. The request shall be directed to the City and shall stipulate the specific utility system(s) and circuits to be affected, the location of the work, the time at which the shutdown will occur, and the duration of the outage for each system. Outages shall be kept to a minimum both in number and in duration. Where multiple outages are required, as many outages as can be accurately scheduled shall he submitted as a group. 1.10 Fill Material A. Excess fill material (unless approved to remain on site) including rock, gravel, sod, broken concrete, asphalt, plaster, etc., shall be hauled off the site and disposed of in accordance with applicable State and local regulations. B. Additional fill material, if required, shall be hauled to the site from off the site as a necessary part of the work. Material composition shall be subject to the requirements of the specifications. 1.11 Parking A. Parking of the Contractor's vehicles shall be restricted to an area designated by the City. 1.12 Telephone A. Business Telephone: At the beginning of construction, the Contractor shall provide the City with a telephone number at which the Contractor or his representative may be contacted at any time during regular working hours. The Contractor shall also provide a phone number for after -duty hours contact. 1.13 Sanitary Provisions A. The Contractor shall provide temporary toilets for the use of construction personnel. Location, type, proposed maintenance, etc., shall be approved by the City prior to placing toilets. Temporary toilets shall be removed at the completion of construction and the adjacent area restored to the condition existing prior to the start of construction or as indicated on the plans. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 01000 — PROJECT SUMMARY Page 2 of 3 indicated on the grading plans. F. Remove debris, roots, branches, stones, in excess of 1-2" inch diameter in size. G. Coordinate grading of subgrade to the following depths: Adjacent to curb s & other Surfaces Tolerances within Open Areas 1. Seeded areas 1/2" below pavement and curbs 0" ± 1" 2. Sodded areas 1" below curbs and walks I "± 1/2" 3. Shrub bed areas 3" in gavel mulch; 2" in wood chips 311± 1" 4. Perennial Beds 2" below curbs and walks ± 2" H. Do not plant until finish grade has been reviewed by the Owner's Representative. This review does not reduce Contractor's responsibility to provide a finished product that drains. 3.04 Weed Barrier A. Weed barrier shall be placed in shrub beds and where noted on the plans and details. Do not place weed barrier in perennial beds. At edges of curbs, walls, structures, pavements, and headers, weed barrier shall be turned down into grade and secured with 1 1 gauge, 12 inch long staples at 18" inches O.C. B. Where individual weed barrier sheet abut they shall overlap a minimum of 4 inches and be secured with 11 gauge, 12 inch long staples at 18" inches O.C. along the joint. 3.05 Mulching A. Wood Mulch Beds. 1. Place wood or cedar mulch in shrub and perennial beds. 2. Place wood mulch to a 2 inch depth. Do not use weed barrier in perennial mulch beds. 3. Gently brush cedar mulch off of perennials once installed. Take care in placement not to damage newly planted materials. 4. Prior to placing mulch and planting in mulch beds, apply Roundup herbicide to weeds and allow beds to sit for 7 days. Apply Roundup at manufacturers recommended rate for perennials. 5. Place a 2" layer of Cedar Mulch in tree rings. Do not install weed barrier in tree rings. 3.06 Shrub Planting A. Planting Pits: l . Dig planting pits twice the diameter of the rootball for container and balled and burlapped stock. Establish bottom of the planting pit so that the top of rootballs will be slightly higher than surrounding grade in order to allow for settlement. Roughen edges of planting pits to provide a rough surface on edges. Retain excavated material next to planting pit for mixing organic amendment and fertilizers. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 7 of 9 2. Thoroughly combine, organic amendment, and bone meal with excavated soil. Mixture should provide an evenly blended mixture for use as backfill. B. Shrub Planting: 1. Shrub Planting: a. Remove stock from containers including shrubs in peat pots. Do not break the rootballs. Do not remove plant materials by pulling on the stems of the plants. Once removed, slice the perimeter of the rootballs in several locations using a sharp instrument or butterfly pot-bound plant materials prior to planting by sticking the shovel into the bottom of the rootball and splaying the root mass. Roughen side of the plants to break up circular root growth. b. Plant shrubs so that the plant, when in the ground, is approximately 2 inches above the surrounding grade. Lightly compact backfill in hole after planting and water thoroughly. C. Apply Osmocote fertilizer at the base of the plant after backfilling. Apply at manufacturer's recommended rate. Water lightly to activate fertilizer. 3.07 Perennial, Groundcover and Annual Planting A. Planting Beds Staking. Prior to planting any perennials or annuals, and prior to installing header or header, stake, flag, or paint proposed beds scaling off the plans to determine bed configuration and size. Contact the Owner's Representative for review of extent and configuration. Do not plant or install header until review has been completed. B. Establish fine grade and subgrade adjacent to headers as described above. C. Prepare soil as per section 3.4 under soil preparation. D. Layout all planting pots prior to planting. Space plants equally within beds to ensure a uniform appearance. Remove all pots prior to planting including peat pots. E. Plant all plant material so that the plants are flush with finish grade (top of mulch) when complete. This will require slightly mounding each plant. Lightly compact soil around base of plant to ensure adequate root/ soil contact. Do not vigorously compact. F. Reestablish fine grade by hand raking or smoothing grade by hand prior to placing mulch. G. Apply specified mulch taking care not to damage plants. Clear excess mulch from plant foliage. H. Apply Osmocote slow release fertilizer at the manufacturer's recommended application rate. Water in thoroughly. Keep plants moist but not saturated each day for 14 days after planting. 3.09 Maintenance A. General 1. Continuously maintain plantings included in the Contract from the beginning of Contract work and during the progress of work, see Section 02970 Planting Maintenance. 2. The Owner will assume the responsibility of maintenance including watering, fertilizing, weeding, etc. upon written acceptance of Substantial Completion from the Owner. The Contractor shall periodically inspect the project during the two-year guarantee period and immediately notify the Owner's Representative of any irregularities or deficiencies which will affect the guarantee. 3. Round -Up herbicide may be used in mulched tree rings if grass seed has sprouted from seeding operations. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 8 of 9 4. The Contractor shall be responsible for resetting of any plants to an upright position or to proper grade and for the removal and replacement of any dead plant material. 3.09 Project Record (As -Built Drawing) A. Maintain one complete set of contract documents on site. Keep documents current. Record changes in location, quantity and species of plant material. Submit corrected drawings to the Owner's Representative prior to final inspection. END OF SECTION Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02950 — PLANTING, SOIL PREPARATION, FINISH GRADING Page 9 of 9 DIVISION 2 SECTION 02970 — PLANTING MAINTENANCE PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 Scope A. Furnish all supervision, labor, material equipment, and transportation, and perform operations in connection with and reasonably incidental to maintaining planting, including winter watering, called for under this contract. Maintain landscape materials in an attractive, healthy, operable condition until seeded areas are established, landscape punch list items are complete, and landscape work is accepted by Owner. 1.02 Quality Assurance A. Work Force: Contractor's representative shall be experienced in planting and irrigation maintenance. B. Maintenance Record: Submit to the Owner's Representative a monthly record of maintenance operations performed, including a record of all herbicides, insecticides, and disease control chemicals used. 1.03 Env ironmental Conditions A. The requirements for winter treatment of plants will be applicable when the maintenance period extends past October 15. PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01 Materials A. Replacement materials shall conform to the specifications for original installation. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 Tree Care A. Watering: When hand watering, use a water wand to break the water force. All trees and shrubs shall be winter watered using a need type root feeder at least once per month between irrigation system winterization and spring start-up. Irrigation system may be used for winter watering, providing the system is re -winterized after each use. B. Staking: Inspect stakes monthly to prevent girdling of trunks or branches, and to prevent rubbing that causes bark wounds. Remove stakes and guys after one year, or as determined by Owner's Representative. Stakes will remain the Contractor's property and shall be removed from the site. C. Weed Control: Keep planting areas free of weeds. Use recommended legally approved herbicides. Avoid frequent soil cultivation that destroys shallow roots. Weed at least once per week. D. Insect and Disease Control: Maintain reasonable control with approved materials to prevent visual and structural damage to the plants. E. Wounds: All wounds or injuries should be traced out and disinfected with alcohol or equal. No tree wound compounds or paints shall be applied. F. Tree rings: Mulched tree rings shall be kept tidy and weed free. Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Landscape & Irrigation SECTION 02970 - PLANTING MAINTENANCE Page 1 of 2 G. Replacement of Plants: Remove dead and dying plants and replace with plants of an equal size, condition, and variety or original planting plan. Replacements shall be made at no expense to Owner. H. Trash Removal: Remove trash, clipped grass, and blown dirt weekly from shrub beds, lawns, walks, and tree basins. Keep the entire area within the limits of planting free from trash and dirt (water or wind carried) at all times. Repair erosion damage for duration of maintenance period. 3.02 Turfgrass Care A. Mowing: Mow only the turf areas as needed to maintain a height of 3 inches. Do not mow wildflowers. B. Edging: Trim edges at least twice monthly or as needed for neat appearance. Catch clippings and removed from lawn areas. Vacuum or blow off walks. C. 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KL 110-V rIRIIO SxKL K —LED N K.COPPVKC enN LOUL CODE KO.RKL(NIS IV[ •IO eINttC N-V tl E—I ID•ND OTTE— LOOP m" LOOP K KL CKYICES a ORECIIDx O DKR m %ME$ TYPICAL TRENCHING O o DETAIL E—I E-i } E~ h— E U O SHEET TITLE IRRIGATION DETAILS SHEET NUK81 IR2 EXHIBIT B Fee Schedule BID # 7034 Cottonwood Glen Overflow Parking Lot Landscape and Irrigation WE HEREBY ENTER OUR BID FOR THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS' REQUIREMENTS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF COTTONWOOD GLEN OVERFLOW PARKING LOT LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION LOCATED AT 3074 SOUTH OVERLAND TRAIL, FORT COLLINS, CO. PER THE BID INVITATION AND ANY REFERENCED SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS: Project must be substantially completed within 30 working days and final completion in 10 days after substantial. Ccntractor must enter into the attached Service Agreement and name the City of Fort Collins as an additional insured per Exhibit "B". BID SCHEDULE 1. Bid Form Abbreviation Legend a. LS = Lump Sum. b. EA = Each c. LF = Linear Foot d. SF = Square Foot e. SY = Square Yard f. CY = Cubic Yard .SCHEDULE 1 Provide materials and labor associated with installation, maintenance, start-up and Owner training, as indicated on the drawings and in the Specifications, for each of the following bid items. Owner is responsible for payment of Building Permit application fees Bid Item #1 Mobilization To include all materials complete, in place (such as but not limited to the following: Mobilization), as indicated on the Drawings, and in the Specifications, Lump St In Writin Bid Item #2 Landscape To include all materials complete, In place (such as but not limited to the following. Sod, Shrubs, Perennials, and Seed), as indicated on the Drawings, and in the Specifications. Lump Sum Price $ Z& 4'}-2 In Writin9�S����=Cc�i1v"�Lv��1rk'c�te4i�y rev06/07 Bid Item #3 Irrigation To include all materials complete, in place (such as but not limited to the ioliov/ing: Irrigation System) as indicated on the Drawings, and in the Specifications. Lump Sum Price 1.A , `C' In Writing v;:i1lc=` ,kc l-LLav TOTAL BASE BID ITEMS 1 THROUGH 3 Base Bid $-J --t-- ,r In Writing �,\ii:k-✓ of \�LVSI s� .ten FIRM NAME `& �1 -, 1- ����. —� lV'J-e ar.,�� �U<� ,. Ar youCorporation, Partnershi BA, L; oCr PC SIGNATURES ADDRESS (, I7-l..`,,(L%1G\t�( PHONE/FAX# ` :"j 175 A-iA-�� E-MAIL�----"k',�� e wig l( kayo\y'LGk�� _ G-�✓1 ADDITIONS/DELETIONS Add or subtract the following amounts for the items listed below. Alternate Bid Item #1. Replace seed with sod To include all materials complete, in place, as indicated on the Drawings, and in the Specifications. Lump Sum Price $ (add) t t In Writing_��v��-1 UNIT PRICES For additions and deletions to the Contract, the following unit prices shall be applicable for the specific items listed. Unit Prices shall be complete. in place including required labor, materials, permits, equipment, implements_ testing,parts and supplies necessary for, and incidental to proper installation, as indicated on the Drawings, and in the Specifications. rev06/07