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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBID - 7675 SOUTH TRANSIT CENTER - BIKE SHELTER ADDITION (3)SPECIFICATIONS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS FOR SOUTH TRANSIT CENTER - BIKE SHELTER ADDITION BID NO. 7675 PURCHASING DIVISION 215 NORTH MASON STREET, 2ND FLOOR, FORT COLLINS SEPTEMBER 3, 2014 – 3:00 P.M. (OUR CLOCK) Financial Services Purchasing Division 215 N. Mason St. 2nd Floor PO Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 970.221.6775 970.221.6707 fcgov.com/purchasing CONTRACT DOCUMENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Section Pages BID INFORMATION 00020 Notice Inviting Bids 00020-1 - 00020-2 00100 Instruction to Bidders 00100-1 - 00100-9 00300 Bid Form 00300-1 - 00300-3 00400 Supplements to Bid Forms 00400-1 00410 Bid Bond 00410-1 - 00410-2 00420 Statements of Bidders Qualifications 00420-1 - 00420-3 00430 Schedule of Major Subcontractors 00430-1 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 00500 Agreement Forms 00500-1 00510 Notice of Award 00510-0 00520 Agreement 00520-1 - 00520-6 00530 Notice to Proceed 00530-1 00600 Bonds and Certificates 00600-1 00610 Performance Bond 00610-1 - 00610-2 00615 Payment Bond 00615-1 - 00615-2 00630 Certificate of Insurance 00630-1 00635 Certificate of Substantial Completion 00635-1 00640 Certificate of Final Acceptance 00640-1 00650 Lien Waiver Release (Contractor) 00650-1 - 00650-2 00660 Consent of Surety 00660-1 00670 Application for Exemption Certificate 00670-1 - 00670-2 CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT 00700 General Conditions 00700-1 - 00700-34 Exhibit GC-A GC-A1 - GC-A2 00800 Supplementary Conditions 00800-1 - 00800-2 Federal Terms & Conditions Davis Bacon Wage Rates 00900 Addenda, Modifications, and Payment 00900-1 00950 Contract Change Order 00950-1 - 00950-2 00960 Application for Payment 00960-1 - 00960-4 SPECIFICATIONS SOILS REPORT SECTION 00020 INVITATION TO BID SECTION 00020 INVITATION TO BID Date: August 13, 2014 Sealed Bids will be received by the City of Fort Collins (hereinafter referred to as OWNER), at the office of the Purchasing Division, 3:00 P.M., our clock, on September 3, for the South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition; BID NO. 7675. If delivered, they are to be delivered to 215 North Mason Street, 2nd Floor, Fort Collins, Colorado, 80524. If mailed, the mailing address is P. O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO 80522-0580. At said place and time, and promptly thereafter, all Bids that have been duly received will be publicly opened and read aloud. The Contract Documents provide for the construction of Bid 7675. The Work consists of utility installation, bike shelter procurement and installation, landscaping, and sitework. All Bids must be in accordance with the Contract Documents on file with the City of Fort Collins, 215 North Mason St., 2nd floor, Fort Collins, Colorado 80524. This is a federally funded project with a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 11%. Contractor needs to include signed forms 1413, 1414, Buy America and Certificate Regarding Lobbying with their bid. The City encourages all disadvantaged business enterprises to submit bid in response to all invitations and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin. A prebid conference and job walk with representatives of prospective Bidders will be held at 10:00 AM, on August 20, 2014, at the South Transit Center, Fort Collins. Prospective Bidders are invited to present their questions relative to this Bid proposal at this meeting. The Contract Documents and Construction Drawings may be examined online at:  City of Fort Collins BuySpeed: https://www.fcgov.com/eprocurement Bids will be received as set forth in the Bidding Documents. The Work is expected to be commenced within the time as required by Section 2.3 of General Conditions. Substantial Completion of the Work is required as specified in the Agreement. The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond guaranteeing faithful performance and the payment of all bills and obligations arising from the performance of the Contract. No Bid may be withdrawn within a period of forty-five (45) days after the date fixed for opening Bids. The OWNER reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, and to waive any informalities and irregularities therein. Bid security in the amount of not less than 5% of the total Bid must accompany each Bid in the form specified in the Instructions to Bidders. Sales Prohibited/Conflict of Interest: No officer, employee, or member of City Council, shall have a financial interest in the sale to the City of any real or personal property, equipment, material, supplies or services where such officer or employee exercises directly or indirectly any decision- making authority concerning such sale or any supervisory authority over the services to be rendered. This rule also applies to subcontracts with the City. Soliciting or accepting any gift, gratuity favor, entertainment, kickback or any items of monetary value from any person who has or is seeking to do business with the City of Fort Collins is prohibited. City of Fort Collins Gerry S. Paul Director of Purchasing & Risk Management SECTION 00100 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS SECTION 00100 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS 1.0 DEFINED TERMS Terms used in these Instructions to Bidders which are defined in the Standard General Conditions of the Construction Contract (No. 1910-8, 1990 ed.) have the meanings assigned to them in the General Conditions. The term "Bidder" means one who submits a Bid to OWNER, as distinct from a sub-bidder, who submits a Bid to Bidder. The terms "Successful Bidder" means the lowest, qualified, responsible and responsive Bidder to whom OWNER (on basis of OWNER's evaluation as hereinafter provided) makes an award. The term "Bidding Documents" includes the Advertisement or Invitation to Bid, Instructions to Bidders, the Bid Form, and the proposed Contract Documents (including all Addenda issued prior to receipt of Bids). 2.0 COPIES OF BIDDING DOCUMENTS 2.1. Complete sets of Bidding Documents may be obtained as stated in the Invitation to Bid. No partial sets will be issued. The Bidding Documents may be examined at the locations identified in the Invitation to Bid. 2.2. Complete sets of Bidding Documents shall be used in preparing Bids; neither OWNER nor Engineer assumes any responsibility for errors or misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets of Bidding Documents. 2.3. The submitted Bid proposal shall include Sections 00300, 00410, 00420, and 00430 fully executed. 2.4. OWNER and Engineer, in making copies of Bidding Documents available on the above terms, do so only for the purpose of obtaining Bids on the Work and do not confer a license or grant for any other use. 3.0 QUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS 3.1 To demonstrate qualifications to perform the Work, each Bidder must submit at the time of the Bid opening, a written statement of qualifications including financial data, a summary of previous experience, previous commitments and evidence of authority to conduct business in the jurisdiction where the Project is located. Each Bid must contain evidence of Bidder's qualification to do business in the state where the Project is located or covenant to obtain such qualification prior to award of the contract. The Statement of Qualifications shall be prepared on the form provided in Section 00420. 3.2. In accordance with Section 8-160 of the Code of the City of Fort Collins in determining whether a bidder is responsible, the following shall be considered: (1) The ability, capacity and skill of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the services required, (2) whether the bidder can perform the contract or provide the service promptly and within the time specified without delay or interference, (3) the character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience and efficiency of the bidder, (4) the quality of the bidder's performance of previous contracts or services, (5) the previous and existing compliance by the bidder with laws and ordinances relating to the contract or service, (6) the sufficiency of the financial resources and ability of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the service, (7) the quality, availability and adaptability of the materials and services to the particular use required, (8) the ability of the bidder to provide future maintenance and service for the use of the subject of the contract, and (9) any other circumstances which will affect the bidder's performance of the contract. 3.3. Each Bidder may be required to show that he has handled former Work so that no just claims are pending against such Work. No Bid will be accepted from a Bidder who is engaged on any other Work which would impair his ability to perform or finance this Work. 3.4 No Bidder shall be in default on the performance of any other contract with the City or in the payment of any taxes, licenses or other monies due to the City. 4.0 EXAMINATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SITE 4.1. It is the responsibility of each Bidder, before submitting a Bid, to (a) examine the Contract Documents thoroughly, (b) visit the site to familiarize himself with local conditions that may in any manner affect cost, progress or performance of the Work, (c) familiarize himself with federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations that may in any manner affect cost, progress or performance of the Work, (d) study and carefully correlate Bidder's observations with the Contract Documents, and (e) notify Engineer of all conflicts, errors or discrepancies in the Contract Documents. 4.2. Reference is made to the Supplementary Conditions for identification of: Subsurface and Physical Conditions SC-4.2. 4.3. The submission of a Bid will constitute an incontrovertible representation by Bidder that Bidder has complied with every requirement of this Article 4, that without exception the Bid is premised upon performing and furnishing the Work required by the Contract Documents and such means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures of construction as may be indicated in or required by the Contract Documents, and that the Contract Documents are sufficient in scope and detail to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for performance and furnishing of the Work. 5.0 INTERPRETATIONS AND ADDENDA. 5.1. All questions about the meaning or intent of the Bidding Documents are to be submitted in writing to the Engineer and the OWNER. Interpretation or clarifications considered necessary in response to such questions will be issued only by Addenda. Questions received less than seven days prior to the date for opening of the Bids may not be answered. Only questions answered by formal written Addenda will be binding. Oral and other interpretations or clarifications will be without legal effect. 5.2. All questions concerning the scope of this project should be directed to the Engineer. Questions regarding submittal of bids should be directed to the City of Fort Collins' Purchasing Division. 5.3. Addenda may also be issued to modify the Bidding Documents as deemed advisable by OWNER or Engineer. 5.4. Addenda will be mailed or delivered to all parties recorded by the OWNER as having received the Bidding documents. 6.0 BID SECURITY 6.1. Each Bid must be accompanied by Bid Security made payable to OWNER in the amount stated in the Invitation to Bid. The required security must be in the form of a certified or bank cashier's check payable to OWNER or a Bid Bond on the form enclosed herewith. The Bid Bond must be executed by a surety meeting the requirements of the General Conditions for surety bonds. 6.2. The Bid Security of the successful Bidder will be retained until such Bidder has executed the Agreement and furnished the required contract security, whereupon Bid Security will be returned. If the successful Bidder fails to execute and deliver the Agreement and furnish the required contract security within 15 days of the Notice of Award, OWNER may annul the Notice of Award and the Bid Security of that Bidder will be forfeited. The Bid Security of other Bidders whom OWNER believes to have reasonable chance receiving the award may be retained by OWNER until the earlier of the seventh day after the effective date of the Agreement or the thirty-first day after the Bid Opening, whereupon Bid Security furnished by such Bidders will be returned. Bid Security with Bids which are not competitive will be returned within seven days after the Bid opening. 7.0 CONTRACT TIME. The number of days within which, or the date by which the Work is to be substantially complete and also completed and ready for Final Payment (the Contract Times) are set forth in the Agreement. 8.0 LIQUIDATED DAMAGES. Provisions for liquidated damages are set forth in the Agreement. 9.0 SUBSTITUTE ("OR EQUAL") MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT The Contract, if awarded, will be on the basis of material and equipment described on the Drawings or specified in the Specifications without consideration of possible substitute or "or equal" items. Whenever it is indicated on the Drawings or specified in the Specifications that a substitute or "or equal" item of material or equipment may be furnished or used by CONTRACTOR if acceptable to Engineer, application for such acceptance will not be considered by Engineer until after the "effective date of the Agreement". The procedure for submittal of any such application by CONTRACTOR and consideration by Engineer is set forth in the General Conditions which may be supplemented in the General Requirements. 10.0 SUBCONTRACTORS, SUPPLIERS AND OTHERS 10.1. Each Bidder shall submit at the Bid opening to OWNER a list of principal subcontractors he proposes to use in the Work. Refer to Section 00430 contained within these Documents. 10.2. If OWNER or Engineer after due investigation has reasonable objection to any proposed Subcontractor, either may, before the Notice of Award is given, request the apparent successful Bidder to submit an acceptable substitute without an increase in Bid price. If the apparent successful Bidder declines to make any substitution, OWNER may award the contract to the next lowest responsive and responsible Bidder that proposes to use acceptable subcontractors. Subcontractors, suppliers, other persons or organization listed and to whom OWNER or Engineer does not make written objection prior to the giving of the Notice of Award will be deemed acceptable to OWNER and ENGINEER subject to revocation of such acceptance after the effective date of the Agreement as provided in the General Conditions. 10.3. CONTRACTOR shall not be required to employ any subcontractor, supplier or other persons or organizations against whom he has reasonable objection. The use of subcontractors listed by the Bidder and accepted by OWNER prior to the Notice of Award will be required in the performance of the Work. 11.0 BID FORM. 11.1. A copy of the Bid Form is bound in the Contract Documents which may be retained by the Bidder. A separate unbound copy is enclosed for submission with the Bid. 11.2. Bid Forms must be complete in ink or typed. All lump sum prices on the form must be stated in words and numerals; in case of conflict, words will take precedence. Unit prices shall govern over extensions of sums. 11.3. Bids by corporations must be executed in the corporate name by the president or a vice-president (or other appropriate officer accompanied by evidence of authority to sign) and the corporate seal shall be affixed and attested by the secretary or an assistant secretary. The corporate address and state of incorporation shall be shown below the corporate name. 11.4. Bids by partnerships must be executed in the partnership name and signed by a partner, his title must appear under his signature and the official address of the partnership must be shown below the signature. 11.5. Bids by joint venture shall be signed by each participant in the joint venture or by an authorized agent of each participant. The full name of each person or company interested in the Bid shall be listed on the Bid Form. 11.6. The Bid shall contain an acknowledgement of receipt of all Addenda (the numbers of which must be filled in on the Bid Form). 11.7. No alterations in Bids, or in the printed forms therefore, by erasures, interpolations, or otherwise will be acceptable unless each such alteration is signed or initialed by the Bidder; if initialed, OWNER may require the Bidder to identify any alteration so initialed. 11.8. The address and telephone number for communications regarding the Bid shall be shown. 12.0 BID PRICING. Bids must be priced as set forth in the Bid Schedule or Schedules. 13.0 SUBMISSION OF BIDS. 13.1. Bids shall be submitted at the time and place indicated in the Invitation to Bid and shall be enclosed in an opaque sealed envelope marked with the Project title, Bid No., and name and address of the Bidder and accompanied by the Bid Security, Bid Form, Bid Bond, Statement of Bidders Qualifications, and Schedule of Subcontractors as required in Section 00430. If the Bid is sent through the mail or other delivery system, the sealed envelope shall be enclosed in a separate envelope with the notation "BID ENCLOSED" on the face of it. 13.2. Bids shall be deposited at the designated location prior to the time and date for receipt of Bids indicated in the Invitation to Bid, or any extension thereof made by addendum. Bids received after the time and date for receipt of Bids will be returned unopened. Bidder shall assume full responsibility for timely delivery at the location designated for receipt of Bids. 13.3. Oral, telephonic, telegraphic, or facsimile Bids are invalid and will not receive consideration. 13.4. No Bidder may submit more than one Bid. Multiple Bids under different names will not be accepted from one firm or association. 14.0 MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL OF BIDS. 14.1. Bids may be modified or withdrawn by an appropriate document duly executed (in a manner that a Bid must be executed) and delivered to the place where Bids are to be submitted at any time prior to the opening of Bids. 14.2. Bids may also be modified or withdrawn in person by the Bidder or an authorized representative provided he can prove his identity and authority at any time prior to the opening of Bids. 14.3. Withdrawn Bids may be resubmitted up to the time designated for the receipt of Bids provided that they are then fully in conformance with these Instructions to Bidders. 15.0 OPENINGS OF BIDS. Bids will be opened and (unless obviously non-responsive) read aloud publicly as indicated in the Invitation to Bid. An abstract of the amounts of the Base Bids and major alternates (if any) will be made available after the opening of Bids. 16.0 BIDS TO REMAIN OPEN SUBJECT TO ACCEPTANCE. All Bids shall remain open for forty-five (45) days after the day of the Bid Opening, but OWNER may, in his sole discretion, release any Bid and return the Bid Security prior to that date. 17.0 AWARD OF CONTRACT. 17.1. OWNER reserves the right to reject any and all Bids, to waive any and all informalities not involving price, time or changes in the Work, to negotiate contract terms with the Successful Bidder, and the right to disregard all nonconforming, nonresponsive, unbalanced or conditional Bids. Also, OWNER reserves the right to reject the Bid of any Bidder if OWNER believes that it would not be in the best interest of the Project to make an award to that Bidder, whether because the Bid is not responsive or the Bidder is unqualified or of doubtful financial ability or fails to meet any other pertinent standard or criteria established by OWNER. Discrepancies between the indicated sum of any column of figures and the correct sum thereof will be resolved in favor of the correct sum. 17.2. In evaluating Bids, OWNER will consider the qualifications of the Bidders, whether or not the Bids comply with the prescribed requirements, and such alternates, unit prices and other data, as may be requested in the Bid Form or prior to the Notice of Award. 17.3. OWNER may consider the qualification and experience of Subcontractors, Suppliers, and other persons and organizations proposed for those portions of the Work as to which the identity of Subcontractors, Suppliers, and other persons and organizations is submitted as requested by OWNER. OWNER also may consider the operating costs, maintenance requirements, performance data and guarantees of major items of materials and equipment proposed for incorporation in the Work when such data is required to be submitted prior to the Notice of Award. 17.4. OWNER may conduct such investigations as OWNER deems necessary to assist in the evaluation of any Bid and to establish the responsibility, qualifications and financial ability of the Bidder's proposed Subcontractors, Suppliers and other persons and organizations to do the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents to OWNER's satisfaction within the prescribed time. 17.5. If the Contract is to be awarded, it will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible Bidder whose evaluation by OWNER indicates to OWNER that the award will be in the best interest of the OWNER. Award shall be made on the evaluated lowest base bid excluding alternates. The basis for award shall be the lowest Bid total for the Schedule or, in the case of more than one schedule, for sum of all schedules. Only one contract will be awarded. 17.6. If the Contract is to be awarded, OWNER will give the Successful Bidder a Notice of Award within forty-five (45) days after the date of the Bid opening. 18.0 CONTRACT SECURITY. The General Conditions and the Supplementary Conditions set forth OWNER's requirements as to performance and other Bonds. When the Successful Bidder delivers the executed Agreement to the OWNER, it shall be accompanied by the required Contract Security. 19.0 SIGNING OF AGREEMENT. When OWNER gives a Notice of Award to the Successful Bidder, it will be accompanied by the required number of unsigned counterparts of the Agreement with all other written Contract Documents attached. Within fifteen (15) days thereafter, CONTRACTOR shall sign and deliver the required number of counterparts of the Agreement and attached documents to OWNER with the required Bonds. Within ten (10) days thereafter, OWNER hall deliver one fully signed counterpart to CONTRACTOR. Each counterpart is to be accompanied by a complete set of the Drawings with appropriate identification. 20.0 TAXES. OWNER is exempt from Colorado State Sales and Use Taxes on materials and equipment to be incorporated in the Work. Said taxes shall not be included in the Contract Price. Reference is made to the General and Supplementary Conditions. 21.0 RETAINAGE. Provisions concerning retainage are set forth in the Agreement. 22.0 COLLUSIVE OR SHAM BIDS. Any Bid deemed by the City in its sole discretion to be a collusive or sham Bid will be rejected and reported to authorities as such. Your authorized signature of this Bid assures that such Bid is genuine and is not a collusive or sham Bid. 23.0 BID RESULTS. For information regarding results for individual Bids send a self-addressed, self-stamped envelope and a Bid tally will be mailed to you. Bid results will be posted in the Purchasing office seven (7) days after the Bid Opening. END OF SECTION SECTION 00300 BID FORM SECTION 00300 BID FORM PROJECT: 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition Place: Date: 1. In compliance with your Invitation to Bid dated , 20 and subject to all conditions thereof, the undersigned a (Corporation, Limited Liability Company, Partnership, Joint Venture, or Sole Proprietor) authorized to do business in the State of Colorado hereby proposes to furnish and do everything required by the Contract Documents to which this refers for the construction of all items listed on the following Bid Schedule or Bid Schedules. 2. The undersigned Bidder does hereby declare and stipulate that this proposal is made in good faith, without collusion or connection with any other person or persons Bidding for the same Work, and that it is made in pursuance of and subject to all the terms and conditions of the Invitation to Bid and Instructions to Bidders, the Agreement, the detailed Specifications, and the Drawings pertaining to the Work to be done, all of which have been examined by the undersigned. 3. Accompanying this Bid is a certified or cashier's check or standard Bid bond in the sum of ($ ) in accordance with the Invitation To Bid and Instructions to Bidders. 4. The undersigned Bidder agrees to execute the Agreement and a Performance Bond and a Payment Bond for the amount of the total of this Bid within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date when the written notice of the award of the contract is delivered to him at the address given on this Bid. The name and address of the corporate surety with which the Bidder proposes to furnish the specified performance and payment Bonds is as follows: . 5. All the various phases of Work enumerated in the Contract Documents with their individual jobs and overhead, whether specifically mentioned, included by implication or appurtenant thereto, are to be performed by the CONTRACTOR under one of the items listed in the Bid Schedule, irrespective of whether it is named in said list. 6. Payment for Work performed will be in accordance with the Bid Schedule or Bid Schedules subject to changes as provided in the Contract Documents. 7. The undersigned Bidder hereby acknowledges receipt of Addenda No. through . 8. BID SCHEDULE (Base Bid) Lump Sum base bid – utility installation (electrical, conduit and building controls); shelter procurement and installation, site work, site amenities and landscaping. Bid Item Description Cost Lump Sum Bid – all utility installation (electrical, conduit and building controls); shelter procurement and installation, site work, site amenities and landscaping Force Account Allowance – Irrigation System Modifications $5,000.00 TOTAL BASE BID In Words: INCLUDE SIGNED FORMS 1413, 1414, BUY AMERICA AND CERTIFICATE REGARDING LOBBYING WITH YOUR BID. 9. PRICES The foregoing prices shall include all labor, materials, transportation, shoring, removal, dewatering, overhead, profit, insurance, etc., to cover the complete Work in place of the several kinds called for. Bidder acknowledges that the OWNER has the right to delete items in the Bid or change quantities at his sole discretion without affecting the Agreement or prices of any item so long as the deletion or change does not exceed twenty-five percent (25%) of the total Agreement Price. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED: CONTRACTOR BY: Printed Date Title License Number (If Applicable) (Seal - if Bid is by corporation) Attest: Address Telephone Email SECTION 00400 SUPPLEMENTS TO BID FORMS 00410 Bid Bond 00420 Statement of Bidder's Qualifications 00430 Schedule of Subcontractors SECTION 00410 BID BOND KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: that we, the undersigned as Principal, and , as Surety, are hereby held and firmly bound unto the City of Fort Collins, Colorado, as OWNER, in the sum of $ for the payment of which, well and truly to be made, we hereby jointly and severally bind ourselves, successors, and assigns. THE CONDITION of this obligation is such that whereas the Principal has submitted to the City of Fort Collins, Colorado the accompanying Bid and hereby made a part hereof to enter into a Construction Agreement for the construction of Fort Collins Project, 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition. NOW THEREFORE, (a) If said Bid shall be rejected, or (b) If said Bid shall be accepted and the Principal shall execute and deliver a Contract in the form of Contract attached hereto (properly completed in accordance with said Bid) and shall furnish a BOND for his faithful performance of said Contract, and for payment of all persons performing labor or furnishing materials in connection therewith, and shall in all other respects perform the Agreement created by the acceptance of said Bid, then this obligation shall be void; otherwise the same shall remain in force and effect, it being expressly understood and agreed that the liability of the Surety for any and all claims hereunder shall, in no event, exceed the penal amount of this obligation as herein stated. The Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that the obligations of said Surety and its BOND shall be in no way impaired or affected by any extension of the time within which the OWNER may accept such Bid; and said Surety does hereby waive notice of any such extension. Surety Companies executing bonds must be authorized to transact business in the State of Colorado and be accepted by the OWNER. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Principal and the Surety have hereunto set their hands and seals this day of , 20__, and such of them as are corporations have caused their corporate seals to be hereto affixed and these presents to be signed by their proper officers, the day and year first set forth above. PRINCIPAL SURETY Name: Address: By: By: Title: Title: ATTEST: By: (SEAL) (SEAL) SECTION 00420 STATEMENT OF BIDDER'S QUALIFICATIONS All questions must be answered and the data given must be clear and comprehensive. This statement must be notarized. If necessary, questions may be answered on separate attached sheets. The Bidder may submit any additional information he desires. 1. Name of Bidder: 2. Permanent main office address: 3. When organized: 4. If a corporation, where incorporated: 5. How many years have you been engaged in the contracting business under your present firm or trade name? 6. Contracts on hand: (Schedule these, showing the amount of each contract and the appropriate anticipated dates of completion.) 7. General character of Work performed by your company: 8. Have you ever failed to complete any Work awarded to you? If so, where and why? 9. Have you ever defaulted on a contract? If so, where and why? 10. Are you debarred by any government agency? If yes list agency name. 11. List the more important projects recently completed by your company, stating the approximate cost of each, and the month and year completed, location and type of construction. 12. List your major equipment available for this contract. 13. Experience in construction Work similar in importance to this project: 14. Background and experience of the principal members of your organization, including officers: 15. Credit available: $ 16. Bank Reference: 17. Will you, upon request, fill out a detailed financial statement and furnish any other information that may be required by the OWNER? 18. Are you licensed as a General Contractor? If yes, in what city, county and state? What class, license and numbers? 19. Do you anticipate subcontracting Work under this Contract? If yes, what percent of total contract? And to whom? 20. Are any lawsuits pending against you or your firm at this time? IF yes, DETAIL 21. What are the limits of your public liability? DETAIL What company? 22. What are your company's bonding limitations? 23. The undersigned hereby authorizes and requests any person, firm or corporation to furnish any information requested by the OWNER in verification of the recital comprising this Statement of Bidder's Qualifications. Dated at ________________ this ______ day of __________________, 20__. Company: By: Printed: Title: State of County of being duly sworn deposes and says that he is of (Name) (Organization) and that the answers to the foregoing questions and all statements therein contained are true and correct. Subscribed and sworn to before me this _______ day of____________, 20__. (Seal) Notary Public My commission expires: . SECTION 00430 SCHEDULE OF SUBCONTRACTORS List all subcontractors for the work items listed below and all subcontractors performing over 5% of the contract. ITEM SUBCONTRACTOR BUY AMERICA The contractor agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j) and 49 C.F.R. Part 661, which provide that Federal funds may not be obligated unless steel, iron, and manufactured products used in FTA-funded projects are produced in the United States, unless a waiver has been granted by FTA or the product is subject to a general waiver. General waivers are listed in 49 C.F.R. 661.7, and include final assembly in the United States for 15 passenger vans and 15 passenger wagons produced by Chrysler Corporation, and microcomputer equipment and software. Separate requirements for rolling stock are set out at 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and 49 C.F.R. 661.11. Rolling stock must be assembled in the United States and have a 60 percent domestic content. A bidder or offeror must submit to the FTA recipient the appropriate Buy America certification (below) with all bids or offers on FTA-funded contracts, except those subject to a general waiver. Bids or offers that are not accompanied by a completed Buy America certification must be rejected as nonresponsive. This requirement does not apply to lower tier subcontractors. Certification requirement for procurement of steel, iron, or manufactured products Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) and the applicable regulations in 49 C.F.R. Part 661.5. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature ________________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ Certificate of Non-Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) and 49 C.F.R. 661.5, but it may qualify for an exception pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(A), 5323(j)(2)(B), or 5323(j)(2)(D), and 49 C.F.R. 661.7. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ Certification requirement for procurement of buses, other rolling stock and associated equipment Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C). The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and the regulations at 49 C.F.R. Part 661.11. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ Certificate of Non-Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and 49 C.F.R. 661.11, but may qualify for an exception pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(A), 5323(j)(2)(B), or 5323(j)(2)(D), and 49 CFR 661.7. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ Certification Regarding Lobbying Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements Modifications have been made to the Clause pursuant to Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, P.L. 104-65 [to be codified at 2 U.S.C. § 1601, et seq.] - Lobbying Certification and Disclosure of Lobbying Activities for third party contractors are mandated by 31 U.S.C. 1352(b)(5), as amended by Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, and DOT implementing regulation, "New Restrictions on Lobbying," at 49 CFR § 20.110(d) - Language in Lobbying Certification is mandated by 49 CFR Part 19, Appendix A, Section 7, which provides that contractors file the certification required by 49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A. Modifications have been made to the Lobbying Certification pursuant to Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. - Use of "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities," Standard Form-LLL set forth in Appendix B of 49 CFR Part 20, as amended by "Government wide Guidance For New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96) is mandated by 49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A. Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment, 31 U.S.C. 1352, as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, P.L. 104-65 [to be codified at 2 U.S.C. § 1601, et seq.] - Contractors who apply or bid for an award of $100,000 or more shall file the certification required by 49 CFR part 20, "New Restrictions on Lobbying." Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier shall also disclose the name of any registrant under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 who has made lobbying contacts on its behalf with non-Federal funds with respect to that Federal contract, grant or award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Such disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the recipient. APPENDIX A, 49 CFR PART 20--CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING PART 1 - Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements (To be submitted with each bid or offer exceeding $100,000) PART 2 - The undersigned [Contractor] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that: (1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. (2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form--LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in accordance with Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65, to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601, et seq.)] (3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure. [Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 1352(c)(1)-(2)(A), any person who makes a prohibited expenditure or fails to file or amend a required certification or disclosure form shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such expenditure or failure.] The Contractor, ___________________, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands and agrees that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801, et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any. __________________________ Signature of Contractor's Authorized Official __________________________ Name and Title of Contractor's Authorized Official ___________________________ Date SECTION 00500 AGREEMENT FORMS 00510 Notice of Award 00520 Agreement 00530 Notice to Proceed SECTION 00510 NOTICE OF AWARD DATE: [Date] TO: [Contractor] PROJECT: 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition OWNER: CITY OF FORT COLLINS (hereinafter referred to as "the OWNER") You are hereby notified that your Bid dated [Contractor's Bid Date] for the above project has been considered. You are the apparent successful Bidder and have been awarded an Agreement for 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition. The Price of your Agreement is ($ ). Three (3) copies of each of the proposed Contract Documents (except Drawings) accompany this Notice of Award. Three (3) sets of the Drawings will be delivered separately or otherwise made available to you immediately. You must comply with the following conditions precedent within fifteen (15) days of the date of this Notice of Award, that is by [Date]. 1. You must deliver to the OWNER three (3) fully executed counterparts of the Agreement including all the Contract Documents. Each of the Contract Documents must bear your signature on the cover of the page. 2. You must deliver with the executed Agreement the Contract Security (Bonds) as specified in the Instructions to Bidders, General Conditions (Article 5.1) and Supplementary Conditions. Failure to comply with these conditions within the time specified will entitle OWNER to consider your Bid abandoned, to annul this Notice of Award and to declare your Bid Security forfeited. Within ten (10) days after you comply with those conditions, OWNER will return to you one (1) fully-signed counterpart of the Agreement with the Contract Documents attached. City of Fort Collins OWNER By: Gerry S. Paul Director of Purchasing & Risk Management SECTION 00520 AGREEMENT THIS AGREEMENT is dated as of the [Day] day of [Month] in the year of 20[Year] and shall be effective on the date this AGREEMENT is signed by the City. The City of Fort Collins (hereinafter called OWNER) and [Contractor] (hereinafter called CONTRACTOR) OWNER and CONTRACTOR, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter set forth, agree as follows: ARTICLE 1. WORK CONTRACTOR shall complete all Work as specified or indicated in the Contract Documents. The Project for which the Work under the Contract Documents may be the whole or only a part is defined as the construction of the 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition and is generally described in Section 01010. ARTICLE 2. ENGINEER The Project has been designed by Aller Lingle Massey. The Operations Services Department is hereinafter called ENGINEER and will assume all duties and responsibilities and will have the rights and authority assigned to ENGINEER in the Contract Documents in connection with completion of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. ARTICLE 3. CONTRACT TIMES 3.1 The Work shall be Substantially Complete within eighty-four (84) calendar days after the date when the Contract Times commence to run as provided in the General Conditions and completed and ready for Final Payment and Acceptance in accordance with the General Conditions within seven (7) calendar days after the date when the Contract Times commence to run. 3.2. Liquidated Damages. OWNER and CONTRACTOR recognize that time is of the essence of this Agreement and that OWNER will suffer financial loss if the Work is not completed within the times specified in paragraph 3.1. above, plus any extensions thereof allowed in accordance with Article 12 of the General Conditions. They also recognize the delays, expenses and difficulties involved in proving in a legal preceding the actual loss suffered by OWNER if the Work is not completed on time. Accordingly, instead of requiring any such proof, OWNER and CONTRACTOR agree that as Liquidated damages for delay (but not as penalty) CONTRACTOR shall pay OWNER the amounts set forth hereafter. 1) Substantial Completion: Two Hundred Dollars ($200) for each calendar day or fraction thereof that expires after the eighty-four (84) calendar day period for Substantial Completion of the Work until the Work is Substantially Complete. 2) Final Acceptance: After Substantial Completion, One Hundred Dollars ($100) for each calendar day or fraction thereof that expires after the seven (7) calendar day period for Final Payment and Acceptance until the Work is ready for Final Payment and Acceptance. ARTICLE 4. CONTRACT PRICE 4.1 OWNER shall pay CONTRACTOR for performance of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents in current funds as follows: Dollars ($ ), in accordance with Section 00300, attached and incorporated herein by this reference. ARTICLE 5. PAYMENT PROCEDURES CONTRACTOR shall submit Applications for Payment in accordance with Article 14 of the General Conditions. Applications for Payment will be processed by ENGINEER as provided in the General Conditions. 5.1. PROGRESS PAYMENTS. OWNER shall make progress payments on account of the Contract Price on the basis of CONTRACTOR's Application for Payment as recommended by ENGINEER, once each month during construction as provided below. All progress payments will be on the basis of the progress of the Work measured by the schedule of values established in paragraph 2.6 of the General Conditions and in the case of Unit Price Work based on the number of units completed, and in accordance with the General Requirements concerning Unit Price Work. 5.1.1. Prior to Substantial Completion, Owner will be entitled to withhold as contract retainage five percent (5%) of each progress payment, but, in each case, less the aggregate of payments previously made and less such amounts as ENGINEER shall determine, or OWNER may withhold, in accordance with paragraph 14.7 of the General Conditions. If , in the sole discretion of Owner, on recommendation of Engineer, Owner determines that the character and progress of the Work have been satisfactory to OWNER and ENGINEER, OWNER may determine that as long as the character and progress of the Work remain satisfactory to them, there will be no additional retainage on account of Work completed in which case the remaining progress payments prior to Substantial Completion will be in an amount equal to 100% of the Work completed. 95% of materials and equipment not incorporated in the Work (but delivered, suitably stored and accompanied by documentation satisfactory to OWNER as provided in paragraph 14.2 of the General Conditions) may be included in the application Section 00520 Page 3 for payment. 5.1.2. Upon Substantial Completion payment will be made in an amount sufficient, if necessary, to increase total payments to CONTRACTOR to 95% of the Contract Price, less such amounts as ENGINEER shall determine or OWNER may withhold in accordance with paragraph 14.7 of the General Conditions or as provided by law. 5.2. FINAL PAYMENT. Upon Final Completion and Acceptance of the Work in accordance with paragraph 14.13 of the General Conditions, OWNER shall pay the remainder of the Contract Price as recommended by ENGINEER as provided in said paragraph 14.13. ARTICLE 6. CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATION In order to induce OWNER to enter into this Agreement, CONTRACTOR makes the following representations: 6.1. CONTRACTOR has familiarized himself with the nature and extent of the Contract Documents, Work, site, locality, and with all local conditions and Laws and Regulations that in any manner may affect cost, progress, performance or furnishing of the Work. 6.2. CONTRACTOR has studied carefully all reports of explorations and tests of subsurface conditions and drawings of physical conditions which are identified in the Supplementary Conditions as provided in paragraph 4.2 of the General Conditions. 6.3. CONTRACTOR has obtained and carefully studied (or assumes responsibility for obtaining and carefully studying) all such examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports, and studies (in addition to or to supplement those referred to in paragraph 6.2 above) which pertain to the subsurface or physical condition at or contiguous to the site or otherwise may affect the cost, progress, performance or furnishing of the Work as CONTRACTOR considers necessary for the performance or furnishing of the Work at the Contract Price, within the Contract Times and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents, including specifically the provisions of paragraph 4.2 of the General Conditions; and no additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports, studies or similar information or data are or will be required by CONTRACTOR for such purposes. 6.4. CONTRACTOR has reviewed and checked all information and data shown or indicated on the Contract Documents with respect to existing Underground Facilities at or contiguous to the site and assumes responsibility for the accurate location of said Underground Facilities. No additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, reports, studies or similar information or data in respect of said Underground Facilities are or will be required by CONTRACTOR in order to perform and furnish the Work at the Contract Price, within the Contract Times and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents, including specifically the provision of paragraph 4.3. of the General Conditions. 6.5. CONTRACTOR has correlated the results of all such observations, examinations, investigations, tests, reports and data with the terms and conditions of the Contract Documents. 6.6. CONTRACTOR has given ENGINEER written notice of all conflicts, errors or discrepancies that he has discovered in the Contract Documents and the written resolution thereof by ENGINEER is acceptable to CONTRACTOR. ARTICLE 7. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 7.1 The Contract Documents which comprise the entire Agreement between OWNER and CONTRACTOR concerning the Work consist of the General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, those items included in the definition of “Contract Documents” in Article 1.10 of the General Conditions, and such other items as are referenced in this Article 7, all of which are incorporated herein by this reference. 7.2 Forms for use by CONTRACTOR in performing the Work and related actions in carrying out the terms of this Agreement are deemed Contract Documents and incorporated herein by this reference, and include, but are not limited to, the following: 7.2.1 Certificate of Substantial Completion 7.2.2 Certificate of Final Acceptance 7.2.3 Lien Waiver Releases 7.2.4 Consent of Surety 7.2.5 Application for Exemption Certificate 7.2.6 Application for Payment 7.3 Drawings, consisting of a cover sheet and sheets numbered as follows: G0.0 Cover Sheet C5.0 Bike Shelter Addition L3.0 Landscape Plan LS5.0 Site Layout Plan A4.0 Bike Shelter E4.2 Power and Systems Plan The Contract Drawings shall be stamped "Final for Construction" and dated. Any revisions made shall be clearly identified and dated. 7.4. Addenda Numbers to , inclusive. 7.5. The Contract Documents also include all written amendments and other documents amending, modifying, or supplementing the Contract Documents pursuant to paragraphs 3.5 and 3.6 of the General Conditions. 7.6. There are no Contract Documents other than those listed or incorporated by reference in this Article 7. The Contract Documents may only be amended, modified or supplemented as provided in paragraphs 3.5 and 3.6 of the General Conditions. ARTICLE 8. MISCELLANEOUS 8.1. Terms used in this Agreement which are defined in Article I of the General Conditions shall have the meanings indicated in the General Conditions. 8.2. No assignment by a party hereto of any rights under or interests in the Contract Documents will be binding on another party hereto without the written consent of the party sought to be bound; and specifically but not without limitations, moneys that may become due and moneys that are due may not be assigned without such consent (except to the extent that the effect of this restriction may be limited by law), and unless specifically stated to the contrary in any written consent to an assignment no assignment will release or discharge that assignor from any duty or responsibility under the Contract Document. 8.3. OWNER and CONTRACTOR each binds itself, its partners, successors, assigns and legal representatives to the other party hereto, its partners, successors, assigns and legal representatives in respect to all covenants, Agreement and obligations contained in the Contract Document. OWNER: CITY OF FORT COLLINS CONTRACTOR: [CONTRACTOR] By: By: DARIN ATTEBERRY, CITY MANAGER By: GERRY S. PAUL PRINTED DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING AND RISK MANAGEMENT Title: Title: Date: Date: Attest: (CORPORATE SEAL) City Clerk Address for giving notices: P. O. Box 580 Fort Collins, CO 80522 Attest: Approved as to Form Address for giving notices: Assistant City Attorney License No.: SECTION 00530 NOTICE TO PROCEED Description of Work: 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition To: [Contractor] This notice is to advise you: That the contract covering the above described Work has been fully executed by the CONTRACTOR and the OWNER. That the required CONTRACTOR's Performance Bond and Payment Bond have been received by the OWNER. That the OWNER has approved the said Contract Documents. Therefore, as the CONTRACTOR for the above described Work, you are hereby authorized and directed to proceed within ( ) calendar days from receipt of this notice as required by the Agreement. Dated this day of , 20 . The dates for Substantial Completion and Final Acceptance shall be , 20_ and , 20__, respectively. City of Fort Collins OWNER By: Title: ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF NOTICE Receipt of the above Notice to Proceed is hereby acknowledged this day of , 20__. CONTRACTOR: [Contractor] By: Title: SECTION 00600 BONDS AND CERTIFICATES 00610 Performance Bond 00615 Payment Bond 00630 Certificate of Insurance 00635 Certificate of Substantial Completion 00640 Certificate of Final Acceptance 00650 Lien Waiver Release (CONTRACTOR) 00660 Consent of Surety 00670 Application for Exemption Certificate SECTION 00610 PERFORMANCE BOND Bond No. KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: that (firm) (address) (an Individual), (a Partnership), (a Corporation), hereinafter referred to as the "Principal" and (Firm) (Address) hereinafter referred to as "the Surety", are held and firmly bound unto City of Fort Collins, 300 Laporte Ave, Fort Collins, Colorado 80522 a (Municipal Corporation) hereinafter referred to as the "OWNER", in the penal sum of Dollars ($ ) in lawful money of the United States, for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. THE CONDITIONS OF THIS OBLIGATION are such that whereas the Principal entered into a certain Agreement with the OWNER, dated the [Day] day of [Month], 20[Year], a copy of which is hereto attached and made a part hereof for the performance of The City of Fort Collins Project, 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition. NOW, THEREFORE, if the Principal shall well, truly and faithfully perform its duties, all the undertakings, covenants, terms, conditions and agreements of said Agreement during the original term thereof, and any extensions thereof which may be granted by the OWNER, with or without Notice to the Surety and during the life of the guaranty period, and if the Principal shall satisfy all claims and demands incurred under such Agreement, and shall fully indemnify and save harmless the OWNER from all cost and damages which it may suffer by reason of failure to do so, and shall reimburse and repay the OWNER all outlay and expense which the OWNER may incur in making good any default then this obligation shall be void; otherwise to remain in full force and effect. PROVIDED, FURTHER, that the said Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the Agreement or to the Work to be performed thereunder or the Specifications accompanying the same shall in any way affect its obligation on this bond; and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the Agreement or to the Work or to the Specifications. PROVIDED, FURTHER, that no final settlement between the OWNER and the CONTRACTOR shall abridge the right of any beneficiary hereunder, whose claim may be unsatisfied. PROVIDED, FURTHER, that the Surety Company must be authorized to transact business in the State of Colorado and be acceptable to the OWNER. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this instrument is executed in three (3) counterparts, each one of which shall be deemed an original, this _____ day of _____ ____, 20__. IN PRESENCE OF: Principal (Title) (Title) (Corporate Seal) (Address) IN PRESENCE OF: Other Partners _____________________________ By: _____________________________ By: IN PRESENCE OF: Surety _____________________________ By:_____________________________________ _____________________________ (Address) (Surety Seal) NOTE: Date of Bond must not be prior to date of Agreement. If CONTRACTOR is Partnership, all partners should execute Bond. SECTION 00615 PAYMENT BOND Bond No. KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: that (firm) (address) (an Individual), (a Partnership), (a Corporation), hereinafter referred to as the "Principal" and (Firm) (Address) hereinafter referred to as "the Surety", are held and firmly bound unto the City of Fort Collins, 300 Laporte Ave., Fort Collins, Colorado 80522 a (Municipal Corporation) hereinafter referred to as "the OWNER", in the penal sum of Dollars ($ ) in lawful money of the United States, for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, we bind ourselves, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents. THE CONDITIONS OF THIS OBLIGATION are such that whereas the Principal entered into a certain Agreement with the OWNER, dated the [Day] day of [Month], 20[Year], a copy of which is hereto attached and made a part hereof for the performance of The City of Fort Collins Project, 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition. NOW, THEREFORE, if the Principal shall make payment to all persons, firms, subcontractors, and corporations furnishing materials for or performing labor in the prosecution of the Work provided for in such Agreement and any authorized extension or modification thereof, including all amounts due for materials, lubricants, repairs on machinery, equipment and tools, consumed, rented or used in connection with the construction of such Work, and all insurance premiums on said Work, and for all labor, performed in such Work whether by subcontractor or otherwise, then this obligation shall be void; otherwise to remain in full force and effect. PROVIDED, FURTHER, that the said Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the Agreement or to the Work to be performed thereunder or the Specifications accompanying the same shall in any way affect its obligation on this bond; and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or addition to the terms of the Agreement or to the Work or to the Specifications. PROVIDED, FURTHER, that no final settlement between the OWNER and the CONTRACTOR shall abridge the right of any beneficiary hereunder, whose claim may be unsatisfied. PROVIDED, FURTHER, that the Surety Company must be authorized to transact business in the State of Colorado and be acceptable to the OWNER. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this instrument is executed in three (3) counterparts, each one of which shall be deemed an original, this day of , 20__. IN PRESENCE OF: Principal (Title) (Title) (Corporate Seal) (Address) IN PRESENCE OF: Other Partners _____________________________ By: _____________________________ By: IN PRESENCE OF: Surety _____________________________ By:_____________________________________ _____________________________ (Address) (Surety Seal) NOTE: Date of Bond must not be prior to date of Agreement. If CONTRACTOR is Partnership, all partners should execute Bond. SECTION 00630 CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE CONTRACTOR shall insert his own standard form for Certificate of Insurance. SECTION 00635 CERTIFICATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION TO: CITY OF FORT COLLINS (OWNER) DATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION: PROJECT TITLE: 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition PROJECT OR SPECIFIED PART SHALL LOCATION: Fort Collins, Colorado INCLUDE: OWNER: City of Fort Collins CONTRACTOR: [Contractor] CONTRACT DATE: [Date] The Work performed under this contract has been inspected by authorized representatives of the OWNER, CONTRACTOR, and the ENGINEER and the project or specified part of the project, as indicated above) is hereby declared to be substantially completed on the above date. A tentative list of items to be completed or corrected is appended hereto. This list may not be exhaustive, and the failure to include an item on it does not alter the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR to complete all the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. ENGINEER AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE DATE The CONTRACTOR accepts the above Certificate of Substantial Completion and agrees to complete and correct the items on the tentative list within the time indicated. CONTRACTOR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE DATE The OWNER accepts the project or specified area of the project as substantially complete and will assume full possession of the project or specified area of the project at 12:01 a.m., on . The responsibility for heat, utilities, security, and insurance under the Contract Documents shall be as set forth under "Remarks" below. CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO By: OWNER AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE DATE REMARKS: SECTION 00640 CERTIFICATE OF FINAL ACCEPTANCE , 20__ TO: [Contractor] Gentlemen: You are hereby notified that on the day of , 20__, the City of Fort Collins, Colorado, has accepted the Work completed by [Contractor] for the City of Fort Collins project, 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition. A check is attached hereto in the amount of $ as Final Payment for all Work done, subject to the terms of the Contract Documents which are dated [Contract Date]. In conformance with the Contract Documents for this project, your obligations and guarantees will continue for the specified time from the following date:____________ _, 20__. Sincerely, OWNER: City of Fort Collins By: Title: ATTEST: Title: SECTION 00650 LIEN WAIVER RELEASE (CONTRACTOR) TO: City of Fort Collins, Colorado (OWNER) FROM: [Contractor] (CONTRACTOR) PROJECT: 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition 1. The CONTRACTOR acknowledges having received payment, except retainage from the OWNER for all work, labor, skill and material furnished, delivered and performed by the CONTRACTOR for the OWNER or for anyone in the construction, design, improvement, alteration, addition or repair of the above described project. 2. In consideration of such payment and other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, the CONTRACTOR voluntarily waives all rights, claims and liens, including but not limited to, mechanic's liens, Miller Act claims (40 U.S.C.A. 270 a and b), stop notices, equitable liens and labor and material bond rights which the CONTRACTOR may now or may afterward have, claim or assert for all and any work, labor, skill or materials furnished, delivered or performed for the construction, design, improvement, alteration, addition or repair of the above described project, against the OWNER or its officers, agents, employees or assigns, against any fund of or in the possession or control of the OWNER, against the project or against all land and the buildings on and appurtenances to the land improved by the project. 3. The CONTRACTOR affirms that all work, labor and materials, furnished, delivered or performed to or for the construction, design, improvement, alteration, addition or repair of the project were furnished, delivered or performed by the CONTRACTOR or its agents, employees, and servants, or by and through the CONTRACTOR by various Subcontractors or materialmen or their agents, employees and servants and further affirms the same have been paid in full and have released in full any and all existing or possible future mechanic's liens or rights or claims against the project or any funds in the OWNER'S possession or control concerning the project or against the OWNER or its officers, agents, employees or assigns arising out of the project. 4. The CONTRACTOR agrees to defend and hold harmless the OWNER, the lender, if any, and the Surety on the project against and from any claim hereinafter made by the CONTRACTOR'S Subcontractors, materialmen, employees, servants, agents or assigns against the project or against the OWNER or its officers, employees, agents or assigns arising out of the project for all loss, damage and costs, including reasonable attorneys fees, incurred as a result of such claims. 5. The parties acknowledge that the description of the project set forth above constitutes and adequate description of the property and improvements to which this Lien Waiver Release pertains. It is further acknowledged that this Lien Waiver Release is for the benefit of and may be relied upon by the OWNER, the lender, if any, and Surety on any labor and material bonds for the project. Signed this day of , 20__. CONTRACTOR: [CONTRACTOR] By: Title: ATTEST: Secretary STATE OF COLORADO ) )ss. COUNTY OF LARIMER ) Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of 20__, by . Witness my hand and official seal. Notary Public My Commission Expires: SECTION 00660 CONSENT OF SURETY TO: City of Fort Collins, Colorado (hereinafter referred to as the "OWNER") CONTRACTOR: [Contractor] PROJECT: 7675 South Transit Center - Bike Shelter Addition CONTRACT DATE: [Date] In accordance with the provisions of the Contract between the OWNER and the CONTRACTOR as indicated above, for . (Surety) on bond of hereby approves of the Final Payment to the CONTRACTOR, and agrees that Final Payment to the CONTRACTOR shall not relieve the Surety Company of any of its obligations to the OWNER, as set forth in the said Surety Company's Bond. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Surety Company has hereunto set its hand this day of , 20____ . (Surety Company) By: ATTACH: Power of Attorney and Certificate of Authority of Attorney(s)-in-Fact. SECTION 00670 APPLICATION FOR EXEMPTION CERTIFICATE Special Notice Contractors who have completed this application in the past, please note the following changes in procedure: The Department will no longer issue individual Certificates of exemption to subcontractors. Only prime contractors will receive a Contractor’s Exemption Certificate on exempt projects. Upon receipt of the Certificate, the prime contractor should make a copy for each subcontractor involved in the project and complete it by filling in the subcontractor’s name and address and signing it. The original Certificate should always be retained by the prime contractor. Copies of all Certificates that the prime contractor issued to subcontractors should be kept at the prime contractor’s place of business for a minimum of three years and be available for inspection in the event of an audit. Once an 89# has been assigned to you, please use the next five numbers following it for any applications submitted for future projects. This should be your permanent number. For instance, if you were assigned 89-12345-0001, every application submitted thereafter should contain 89-12345 on the application. The succeeding numbers will be issued by the Department of Revenue. DO NOT enter what you believe to be the next in sequence as this may delay processing of your application. SECTION 00700 GENERAL CONDITIONS SECTION 00800 SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS SECTION 00800 SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS Conditions of the Contract These Supplementary Conditions amend or supplement the General Conditions of the Construction Contract (EJCDC General Conditions 1910-8, 1990 edition with City of Fort Collins modifications) and other provisions of the Contract Documents as indicated below. SC-4.2 Subsurface and Physical Conditions: A. Add the following language to paragraph 4.2.1 of the General Conditions. 4.2.1.1.1 The following report(s) of exploration and tests of subsurface conditions at the site of the Work: Geotechnical Engineering Report, South Transit Center, Project No. 29- 201, dated April 16, 2010 by Yeh and Associates Inc. Contractor may rely upon the accuracy of the technical data contained in the geotechnical documents, but not upon nontechnical data, interpretations or opinions contained therein or upon the completeness of any information in the report. B. 4.2.1.2.1 No drawing of physical conditions in or relating to existing surface or subsurface structures (except Underground Facilities referred to in Paragraph 4.3) which are at or contiguous to the site have been utilized by the Engineer in preparation of the Contract Documents, except the following: None. SC-5.3.2 Add the following language at the end of paragraph 5.3.2: The following shall be added as additional insured: The City of Ft Collins and the State of Colorado SC-5.4.8 Limits of Liability A. Add the following language at the end of paragraph 5.4.8. The State of Colorado shall be added as an additional insured. The limits of liability for the insurance required by the paragraph numbers of the General Conditions listed below are as follows: 5.4.1 and 5.4.2 Coverage A - Statutory Limits Coverage B - $100,000/$100,000/$500,000 5.4.3 and 5.4.5 Commercial General Liability policy will have limits of $1,000,000 combined single limits (CSL). This policy will include coverage for Explosion, Collapse, and Underground coverage unless waived by the Owner. 5.4.6 The Comprehensive Automobile Liability Insurance policy will have limits of $1,000,000 combined single limits (CSL). 5.4.9 This policy will include completed operations coverage/product liability coverage with limits of $1,000,000 combined single limits (CSL). SC6.5 Contractor Responsibilities - Amended in its entirety to read: All materials and equipment shall be of good quality and new, except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents. All warranties, if any, provided in the Specifications shall run specifically to the benefit of Owner. If required by Engineer prior to final payment as provided for herein, Contractor shall furnish satisfactory evidence (including reports of required tests) as to the kind and quality of the materials and equipment. All materials and equipment shall be applied, installed, connected, erected, used, cleaned and conditioned in accordance with instructions of the applicable Supplier, except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents. SC6.30.1 Contractor General Warranty and Guarantee 6.30.1.1.1 Specific Warranties. Contractor further warrants and guarantees that any Work covered by a specific warranty provision contained in the Specifications shall be performed in accordance with the applicable warranty and any such Work shall conform to the warranty requirements during the warranty period stated in the specific warranty. SC-8.10 OWNER’s Project Manager A. Add the following language to ARTICLE 8: 8.10. The OWNER will provide a Project Manager. The CONTRACTOR shall direct all questions concerning Contract interpretation, Change Orders, and other requests for clarification or instruction to the Project Manager. 8.10.1 Authority: The Project Manager will be the OWNER's representative during the construction of the project. The Project Manager shall have the authority set forth in the OWNER's Capital Project Procedures Manual. The Project Manager shall have the authority to reject work and materials whenever such rejection may be necessary to ensure the proper performance of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. 8.10.2 Duties and Responsibilities: The Project Manager will make periodic visits to the project site to observe the progress and quality of the Work and to determine, in general, if the Work is proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents. The Project Manager shall not be required to make comprehensive or continuous inspections to check the progress or quality of the Work. The Project Manager shall not be responsible for construction means, methods, techniques, sequences, or procedures, or for safety precautions or programs in connection with the Work, or for any failure of the Contractor to comply with laws and regulation applicable to the performance or furnishing of the Work. Visits and observations made by the Project Manager shall not relieve the CONTRACTOR of his obligation to conduct comprehensive inspections of the Work, to furnish materials and perform acceptable Work, and to provide adequate safety precautions in conformance with the Contract Documents. The Project Manager shall at all times have access to the Work. The CONTRACTOR shall provide facilities for such access so the Project Manager may perform his or her functions under the Contract Documents. 8.10.3 One or more Resident Construction Inspector(s) (RCI) may be assigned to assist the Project Manager in providing observation of the Work, to determine whether or not the Work is proceeding according to the construction documents. CONTRACTOR will receive written notification from the OWNER of any RCI assignments. The RCI shall not supervise, direct or have control or authority over, nor be responsible for, CONTRACTOR's means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures of construction or the safety precautions and programs incident thereto, or for any failure of CONTRACTOR to comply with Laws and Regulations applicable to the furnishing or performance of the Work. The RCI will not be responsible for CONTRACTOR's failure to perform or furnish the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. The RCI's dealings in matters pertaining to the on-site work will be to keep the Project Manager properly apprised about such matters. 8.10.4 Communications: All instructions, approvals, and decisions of the Project Manager shall be in writing. The CONTRACTOR may not rely on instructions, approvals, or decisions of the Project Manager until the same are reduced to writing. SC-12.3 Add the following language to the end of paragraph 12.3. Contractor will include in the project schedule zero (0) days lost due to abnormal weather conditions. SC-13.12 Correction Period: 13.12.1 If within one year after the date of Substantial Completion or such longer period of time as may be prescribed by Laws or Regulations or by the terms of any applicable special guarantee required by the Contract Documents or by any specific provision of the Contract Documents, an Work is found to be defective, CONTRACTOR shall promptly, without cost to OWNER and in accordance with OWNER’s written instructions . . . SC – FED Federal Requirements A. The clauses on the following pages are hereby added. SC – DB Davis Bacon Wage Rates A. The clauses on the following pages are hereby added. DAVIS BACON WAGE RATES General Decision Number: CO140008 07/25/2014 CO8 Superseded General Decision Number: CO20130008 State: Colorado Construction Type: Building County: Larimer County in Colorado. BUILDING CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (does not include residential construction consisting of single family homes and apartments up to and including 4 stories) Modification Number Publication Date 0 01/03/2014 1 01/17/2014 2 02/07/2014 3 04/04/2014 4 06/06/2014 5 07/04/2014 6 07/25/2014 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ASBE0028-001 10/01/2013 Rates Fringes Asbestos Workers/Insulator (Includes application of all insulating materials, protective coverings, coatings and finishings to all types of mechanical systems).................... $ 28.83 13.18 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CARP1001-001 05/01/2013 Rates Fringes CARPENTER (Including Formbuilding And Metal Stud Work $ 25.00 5.39 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- CARP1607-002 06/01/2012 Rates Fringes MILLWRIGHT....................... $ 28.95 11.10 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ELEC0068-009 06/01/2014 Rates Fringes ELECTRICIAN (Including Low Voltage Wiring and Installation of Communications Systems, Security Systems, Telephones, and Temperature Controls)....... $ 32.65 12.70 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ELEV0025-002 01/01/2014 Rates Fringes Elevator Constructor............. $ 40.10 26.785 FOOTNOTE: a. Employer contributes 8% of basic hourly rate for over 5 years' service and 6% basic hourly rate for 6 months' to 5 years' service as Vacation Pay Credit. PAID HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day; Memorial Day; Independence Day; Labor Day; Veterans Day; Thanksgiving Day; Friday after Thanksgiving Day; and Christmas Day. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- IRON0024-001 11/01/2013 Rates Fringes IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL........... $ 24.80 10.14 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PAIN0930-001 07/01/2014 Rates Fringes GLAZIER.......................... $ 29.67 7.52 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLAS0577-001 05/01/2013 Rates Fringes Cement Mason/Concrete Finisher... $ 23.25 10.23 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- * PLUM0003-001 07/01/2014 Rates Fringes PLUMBER (Excluding HVAC work)....... $ 31.93 12.34 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PLUM0208-001 07/01/2013 Rates Fringes PIPEFITTER (Including HVAC pipe)....... $ 33.35 12.27 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SHEE0009-001 07/01/2014 Rates Fringes Sheet metal worker (Includes HVAC duct and installation of HVAC systems).................... $ 32.47 13.98 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- SUCO2001-015 12/20/2001 Rates Fringes LABORER Common...................... $ 9.56 2.36 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WELDERS - Receive rate prescribed for craft performing operation to which welding is incidental. ================================================================ Unlisted classifications needed for work not included within the scope of the classifications listed may be added after award only as provided in the labor standards contract clauses (29CFR 5.5 (a) (1) (ii)). ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The body of each wage determination lists the classification and wage rates that have been found to be prevailing for the cited type(s) of construction in the area covered by the wage determination. The classifications are listed in alphabetical order of "identifiers" that indicate whether the particular rate is union or non-union. Union Identifiers An identifier enclosed in dotted lines beginning with characters other than "SU" denotes that the union classification and rate have found to be prevailing for that classification. Example: PLUM0198-005 07/01/2011. The first four letters , PLUM, indicate the international union and the four-digit number, 0198, that follows indicates the local union number or district council number where applicable , i.e., Plumbers Local 0198. The next number, 005 in the example, is an internal number used in processing the wage determination. The date, 07/01/2011, following these characters is the effective date of the most current negotiated rate/collective bargaining agreement which would be July 1, 2011 in the above example. Union prevailing wage rates will be updated to reflect any changes in the collective bargaining agreements governing the rates. 0000/9999: weighted union wage rates will be published annually each January. Non-Union Identifiers Classifications listed under an "SU" identifier were derived from survey data by computing average rates and are not union rates; however, the data used in computing these rates may include both union and non-union data. Example: SULA2004-007 5/13/2010. SU indicates the rates are not union majority rates, LA indicates the State of Louisiana; 2004 is the year of the survey; and 007 is an internal number used in producing the wage determination. A 1993 or later date, 5/13/2010, indicates the classifications and rates under that identifier were issued as a General Wage Determination on that date. Survey wage rates will remain in effect and will not change until a new survey is conducted. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- WAGE DETERMINATION APPEALS PROCESS 1.) Has there been an initial decision in the matter? This can be: * an existing published wage determination * a survey underlying a wage determination * a Wage and Hour Division letter setting forth a position on a wage determination matter * a conformance (additional classification and rate) ruling On survey related matters, initial contact, including requests for summaries of surveys, should be with the Wage and Hour Regional Office for the area in which the survey was conducted because those Regional Offices have responsibility for the Davis-Bacon survey program. If the response from this initial contact is not satisfactory, then the process described in 2.) and 3.) should be followed. With regard to any other matter not yet ripe for the formal process described here, initial contact should be with the Branch of Construction Wage Determinations. Write to: Branch of Construction Wage Determinations Wage and Hour Division U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20210 2.) If the answer to the question in 1.) is yes, then an interested party (those affected by the action) can request review and reconsideration from the Wage and Hour Administrator (See 29 CFR Part 1.8 and 29 CFR Part 7). Write to: Wage and Hour Administrator U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20210 The request should be accompanied by a full statement of the interested party's position and by any information (wage payment data, project description, area practice material, etc.) that the requestor considers relevant to the issue. 3.) If the decision of the Administrator is not favorable, an interested party may appeal directly to the Administrative Review Board (formerly the Wage Appeals Board). Write to: Administrative Review Board U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, N.W. Washington, DC 20210 4.) All decisions by the Administrative Review Board are final. ================================================================ END OF GENERAL DECISION FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION FEDERALLY REQUIRED AND OTHER MODEL CONTRACT CLAUSES 1. NO GOVERNMENT OBLIGATION TO THIRD PARTIES No Obligation by the Federal Government. (1) The Purchaser and Contractor acknowledge and agree that, notwithstanding any concurrence by the Federal Government in or approval of the solicitation or award of the underlying contract, absent the express written consent by the Federal Government, the Federal Government is not a party to this contract and shall not be subject to any obligations or liabilities to the Purchaser, Contractor, or any other party (whether or not a party to that contract) pertaining to any matter resulting from the underlying contract. (2) The Contractor agrees to include the above clause in each subcontract financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed that the clause shall not be modified, except to identify the subcontractor who will be subject to its provisions. 2. PROGRAM FRAUD AND FALSE OR FRAUDULENT STATEMENTS AND RELATED ACTS Program Fraud and False or Fraudulent Statements or Related Acts. (1) The Contractor acknowledges that the provisions of the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986, as amended, 31 U.S.C. § 3801 et seq. and U.S. DOT regulations, "Program Fraud Civil Remedies," 49 C.F.R. Part 31, apply to its actions pertaining to this Project. Upon execution of the underlying contract, the Contractor certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of any statement it has made, it makes, it may make, or causes to be made, pertaining to the underlying contract or the FTA assisted project for which this contract work is being performed. In addition to other penalties that may be applicable, the Contractor further acknowledges that if it makes, or causes to be made, a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, statement, submission, or certification, the Federal Government reserves the right to impose the penalties of the Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986 on the Contractor to the extent the Federal Government deems appropriate. (2) The Contractor also acknowledges that if it makes, or causes to be made, a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, statement, submission, or certification to the Federal Government under a contract connected with a project that is financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance originally awarded by FTA under the authority of 49 U.S.C. § 5307, the Government reserves the right to impose the penalties of 18 U.S.C. § 1001 and 49 U.S.C. § 5307(n)(1) on the Contractor, to the extent the Federal Government deems appropriate. (3) The Contractor agrees to include the above two clauses in each subcontract financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. It is further agreed that the clauses shall not be modified, except to identify the subcontractor who will be subject to the provisions. 3. ACCESS TO RECORDS AND REPORTS Access to Records - The following access to records requirements apply to this Contract: A. Where the Purchaser is not a State but a local government and is the FTA Recipient or a subgrantee of the FTA Recipient in accordance with 49 C.F.R. 18.36(i), the Contractor agrees to provide the Purchaser, the FTA Administrator, the Comptroller General of the United States or any of their authorized representatives access to any books, documents, papers and records of the Contractor which are directly pertinent to this contract for the purposes of making audits, examinations, excerpts and transcriptions. Contractor also agrees, pursuant to 49 C.F.R. 633.17 to provide the FTA Administrator or his authorized representatives including any PMO Contractor access to Contractor's records and construction sites pertaining to a major capital project, defined at 49 U.S.C. 5302(a)1, which is receiving federal financial assistance through the programs described at 49 U.S.C. 5307, 5309 or 5311. B. The Contractor agrees to permit any of the foregoing parties to reproduce by any means whatsoever or to copy excerpts and transcriptions as reasonably needed. C. The Contractor agrees to maintain all books, records, accounts and reports required under this contract for a period of not less than three years after the date of termination or expiration of this contract, except in the event of litigation or settlement of claims arising from the performance of this contract, in which case Contractor agrees to maintain same until the Purchaser, the FTA Administrator, the Comptroller General, or any of their duly authorized representatives, have disposed of all such litigation, appeals, claims or exceptions related thereto. Reference 49 CFR 18.39(i)(11). D. FTA does not require the inclusion of these requirements in subcontracts. Requirements for Access to Records and Reports by Types of Contract Contract Characteristics Operationa l Service Contract Turnkey Constructio n Architectural Engineering Acquisitio n of Rolling Stock Professional Services I State Grantees a. Contracts below SAT ($100,000) b. Contracts above $100,000/Capital Projects None None unless1 non- competitive award Those imposed on state pass thru to Contractor None Yes, if non- competitive award or if funded thru2 5307/5309/5 4. FEDERAL CHANGES Federal Changes - Contractor shall at all times comply with all applicable FTA regulations, policies, procedures and directives, including without limitation those listed directly or by reference in the Master Agreement between Purchaser and FTA, as they may be amended or promulgated from time to time during the term of this contract. Contractor's failure to so comply shall constitute a material breach of this contract. 5. TERMINATION A. Termination for Convenience (General Provision) The (Recipient) may terminate this contract, in whole or in part, at any time by written notice to the Contractor when it is in the Government's best interest. The Contractor shall be paid its costs, including contract close-out costs, and profit on work performed up to the time of termination. The Contractor shall promptly submit its termination claim to (Recipient) to be paid the Contractor. If the Contractor has any property in its possession belonging to the (Recipient), the Contractor will account for the same, and dispose of it in the manner the (Recipient) directs. B. Termination for Default [Breach or Cause] (General Provision) If the Contractor does not deliver supplies in accordance with the contract delivery schedule, or, if the contract is for services, the Contractor fails to perform in the manner called for in the contract, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any other provisions of the contract, the (Recipient) may terminate this contract for default. Termination shall be effected by serving a notice of termination on the contractor setting forth the manner in which the Contractor is in default. The contractor will only be paid the contract price for supplies delivered and accepted, or services performed in accordance with the manner of performance set forth in the contract. If it is later determined by the (Recipient) that the Contractor had an excusable reason for not performing, such as a strike, fire, or flood, events which are not the fault of or are beyond the control of the Contractor, the (Recipient), after setting up a new delivery of performance schedule, may allow the Contractor to continue work, or treat the termination as a termination for convenience. C. Opportunity to Cure (General Provision) The (Recipient) in its sole discretion may, in the case of a termination for breach or default, allow the Contractor [an appropriately short period of time] in which to cure the defect. In such case, the notice of termination will state the time period in which cure is permitted and other appropriate conditions If Contractor fails to remedy to (Recipient)'s satisfaction the breach or default of any of the terms, covenants, or conditions of this Contract within [ten (10) days] after receipt by Contractor of written notice from (Recipient) setting forth the nature of said breach or default, (Recipient) shall have the right to terminate the Contract without any further obligation to Contractor. Any such termination for default shall not in any way operate to preclude (Recipient) from also pursuing all available remedies against Contractor and its sureties for said breach or default. D. Termination for Default (Construction) If the Contractor refuses or fails to prosecute the work or any separable part, with the diligence that will insure its completion within the time specified in this contract or any extension or fails to complete the work within this time, or if the Contractor fails to comply with any other provisions of this contract, the (Recipient) may terminate this contract for default. The (Recipient) shall terminate by delivering to the Contractor a Notice of Termination specifying the nature of the default. In this event, the Recipient may take over the work and compete it by contract or otherwise, and may take possession of and use any materials, appliances, and plant on the work site necessary for completing the work. The Contractor and its sureties shall be liable for any damage to the Recipient resulting from the Contractor's refusal or failure to complete the work within specified time, whether or not the Contractor's right to proceed with the work is terminated. This liability includes any increased costs incurred by the Recipient in completing the work. The Contractor's right to proceed shall not be terminated nor the Contractor charged with damages under this clause if- 1. the delay in completing the work arises from unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Contractor. Examples of such causes include: acts of God, acts of the Recipient, acts of another Contractor in the performance of a contract with the Recipient, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, freight embargoes; and 2. the contractor, within [10] days from the beginning of any delay, notifies the (Recipient) in writing of the causes of delay. If in the judgment of the (Recipient), the delay is excusable, the time for completing the work shall be extended. The judgment of the (Recipient) shall be final and conclusive on the parties, but subject to appeal under the Disputes clauses. If, after termination of the Contractor's right to proceed, it is determined that the Contractor was not in default, or that the delay was excusable, the rights and obligations of the parties will be the same as if the termination had been issued for the convenience of the Recipient. 6. CIVIL RIGHTS REQUIREMENTS Civil Rights - The following requirements apply to the underlying contract: (1) Nondiscrimination - In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000d, section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 6102, section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. § 12132, and Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the Contractor agrees that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with applicable Federal implementing regulations and other implementing requirements FTA may issue. (2) Equal Employment Opportunity - The following equal employment opportunity requirements apply to the underlying contract: (a) Race, Color, Creed, National Origin, Sex - In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e, and Federal transit laws at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity requirements of U.S. Department of Labor (U.S. DOL) regulations, "Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor," 41 C.F.R. Parts 60 et seq., (which implement Executive Order No. 11246, "Equal Employment Opportunity," as amended by Executive Order No. 11375, "Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity," 42 U.S.C. § 2000e note), and with any applicable Federal statutes, executive orders, regulations, and Federal policies that may in the future affect construction activities undertaken in the course of the Project. The Contractor agrees to take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, color, creed, national origin, sex, or age. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue. (b) Age - In accordance with section 4 of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, 29 U.S.C. § § 623 and Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the Contractor agrees to refrain from discrimination against present and prospective employees for reason of age. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue. (c) Disabilities - In accordance with section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12112, the Contractor agrees that it will comply with the requirements of U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, "Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act," 29 C.F.R. Part 1630, pertaining to employment of persons with disabilities. In addition, the Contractor agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue. (3) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA, modified only if necessary to identify the affected parties. 7. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) a. This contract is subject to the requirements of Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 26, Participation by Disadvantaged Business Enterprises in Department of Transportation Financial Assistance Programs. The national goal for participation of Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) is 10%. The agency’s overall goal for DBE participation is 9.9 %. A separate contract goal of 11% DBE participation has been established for this procurement. b. The contractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, or sex in the performance of this contract. The contractor shall carry out applicable requirements of 49 CFR Part 26 in the award and administration of this DOT-assisted contract. Failure by the contractor to carry out these requirements is a material breach of this contract, which may result in the termination of this contract or such other remedy as City of Fort Collins deems appropriate. Each subcontract the contractor signs with a subcontractor must include the assurance in this paragraph (see 49 CFR 26.13(b)). c. Bidders/offerors are required to document sufficient DBE participation to meet these goals or, alternatively, document adequate good faith efforts to do so, as provided for in 49 CFR 26.53. Award of this contract is conditioned on submission of the following concurrent with and accompanying sealed bid prior to award: 1. The names and addresses of DBE firms that will participate in this contract; 2. A description of the work each DBE will perform; 3. The dollar amount of the participation of each DBE firm participating; 4. Written documentation of the bidder/offeror’s commitment to use a DBE subcontractor whose participation it submits to meet the contract goal; 5. Written confirmation from the DBE that it is participating in the contract as provided in the prime contractor’s commitment; and 6. If the contract goal is not met, evidence of good faith efforts to do so. Bidders must present the information required above as a matter of responsiveness prior to contract award (see 49 CFR 26.53(3)). d. The contractor is required to pay its subcontractors performing work related to this contract for satisfactory performance of that work no later than 30 days after the contractor’s receipt of payment for that work from the City of Fort Collins. In addition, is required to return any retainage payments to those subcontractors within 30 days after incremental acceptance of the subcontractor’s work by the City of Fort Collins and contractor’s receipt of the partial retainage payment related to the subcontractor’s work. e. The contractor must promptly notify City of Fort Collins whenever a DBE subcontractor performing work related to this contract is terminated or fails to complete its work, and must make good faith efforts to engage another DBE subcontractor to perform at least the same amount of work. The contractor may not terminate any DBE subcontractor and perform that work through its own forces or those of an affiliate without prior written consent of City of Fort Collins. 8. INCORPORATION OF FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) TERMS Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Terms - The preceding provisions include, in part, certain Standard Terms and Conditions required by DOT, whether or not expressly set forth in the preceding contract provisions. All contractual provisions required by DOT, as set forth in FTA Circular 4220.1E, are hereby incorporated by reference. Anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding, all FTA mandated terms shall be deemed to control in the event of a conflict with other provisions contained in this Agreement. The Contractor shall not perform any act, fail to perform any act, or refuse to comply with any (name of grantee) requests which would cause (name of grantee) to be in violation of the FTA terms and conditions. 9. GOVERNMENT-WIDE DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION (NONPROCUREMENT) Background and Applicability In conjunction with the Office of Management and Budget and other affected Federal agencies, DOT published an update to 49 CFR Part 29 on November 26, 2003. This government-wide regulation implements Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension, Executive Order 12689, Debarment and Suspension, and 31 U.S.C. 6101 note (Section 2455, Public Law 103-355, 108 Stat. 3327). The provisions of Part 29 apply to all grantee contracts and subcontracts at any level expected to equal or exceed $25,000 as well as any contract or subcontract (at any level) for Federally required auditing services. 49 CFR 29.220(b). This represents a change from prior practice in that the dollar threshold for application of these rules has been lowered from $100,000 to $25,000. These are contracts and subcontracts referred to in the regulation as “covered transactions.” Grantees, contractors, and subcontractors (at any level) that enter into covered transactions are required to verify that the entity (as well as its principals and affiliates) they propose to contract or subcontract with is not excluded or disqualified. They do this by (a) Checking the Excluded Parties List System, (b) Collecting a certification from that person, or (c) Adding a clause or condition to the contract or subcontract. This represents a change from prior practice in that certification is still acceptable but is no longer required. 49 CFR 29.300. Grantees, contractors, and subcontractors who enter into covered transactions also must require the entities they contract with to comply with 49 CFR 29, subpart C and include this requirement in their own subsequent covered transactions (i.e., the requirement flows down to subcontracts at all levels). Clause Language The following clause language is suggested, not mandatory. It incorporates the optional method of verifying that contractors are not excluded or disqualified by certification. Suspension and Debarment This contract is a covered transaction for purposes of 49 CFR Part 29. As such, the contractor is required to verify that none of the contractor, its principals, as defined at 49 CFR 29.995, or affiliates, as defined at 49 CFR 29.905, are excluded or disqualified as defined at 49 CFR 29.940 and 29.945. The contractor is required to comply with 49 CFR 29, Subpart C and must include the requirement to comply with 49 CFR 29, Subpart C in any lower tier covered transaction it enters into. By signing and submitting its bid or proposal, the bidder or proposer certifies as follows: The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact relied upon by {insert agency name}. If it is later determined that the bidder or proposer knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to remedies available to {insert agency name}, the Federal Government may pursue available remedies, including but not limited to suspension and/or debarment. The bidder or proposer agrees to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR 29, Subpart C while this offer is valid and throughout the period of any contract that may arise from this offer. The bidder or proposer further agrees to include a provision requiring such compliance in its lower tier covered transactions. 10. BUY AMERICA The contractor agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j) and 49 C.F.R. Part 661, which provide that Federal funds may not be obligated unless steel, iron, and manufactured products used in FTA-funded projects are produced in the United States, unless a waiver has been granted by FTA or the product is subject to a general waiver. General waivers are listed in 49 C.F.R. 661.7, and include final assembly in the United States for 15 passenger vans and 15 passenger wagons produced by Chrysler Corporation, and microcomputer equipment and software. Separate requirements for rolling stock are set out at 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and 49 C.F.R. 661.11. Rolling stock must be assembled in the United States and have a 60 percent domestic content. A bidder or offeror must submit to the FTA recipient the appropriate Buy America certification (below) with all bids or offers on FTA-funded contracts, except those subject to a general waiver. Bids or offers that are not accompanied by a completed Buy America certification must be rejected as nonresponsive. This requirement does not apply to lower tier subcontractors. Certification requirement for procurement of steel, iron, or manufactured products Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) and the applicable regulations in 49 C.F.R. Part 661.5. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature ________________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ Certificate of Non-Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(1) and 49 C.F.R. 661.5, but it may qualify for an exception pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(A), 5323(j)(2)(B), or 5323(j)(2)(D), and 49 C.F.R. 661.7. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ Certification requirement for procurement of buses, other rolling stock and associated equipment Certificate of Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C). The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it will comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and the regulations at 49 C.F.R. Part 661.11. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ Certificate of Non-Compliance with 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) The bidder or offeror hereby certifies that it cannot comply with the requirements of 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(C) and 49 C.F.R. 661.11, but may qualify for an exception pursuant to 49 U.S.C. 5323(j)(2)(A), 5323(j)(2)(B), or 5323(j)(2)(D), and 49 CFR 661.7. Date ___________________________________________________________________ Signature _______________________________________________________________ Company Name __________________________________________________________ Title ___________________________________________________________________ 11. BREACHES AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION Disputes - Disputes arising in the performance of this Contract which are not resolved by agreement of the parties shall be decided in writing by the authorized representative of City's [title of employee]. This decision shall be final and conclusive unless within [ten (10)] days from the date of receipt of its copy, the Contractor mails or otherwise furnishes a written appeal to the [title of employee]. In connection with any such appeal, the Contractor shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard and to offer evidence in support of its position. The decision of the [title of employee] shall be binding upon the Contractor and the Contractor shall abide be the decision. Performance During Dispute - Unless otherwise directed by City, Contractor shall continue performance under this Contract while matters in dispute are being resolved. Claims for Damages - Should either party to the Contract suffer injury or damage to person or property because of any act or omission of the party or of any of his employees, agents or others for whose acts he is legally liable, a claim for damages therefor shall be made in writing to such other party within a reasonable time after the first observance of such injury of damage. Remedies - Unless this contract provides otherwise, all claims, counterclaims, disputes and other matters in question between the City and the Contractor arising out of or relating to this agreement or its breach will be decided by arbitration if the parties mutually agree, or in a court of competent jurisdiction within the State in which the City is located. Rights and Remedies - The duties and obligations imposed by the Contract Documents and the rights and remedies available thereunder shall be in addition to and not a limitation of any duties, obligations, rights and remedies otherwise imposed or available by law. No action or failure to act by the City, (Architect) or Contractor shall constitute a waiver of any right or duty afforded any of them under the Contract, nor shall any such action or failure to act constitute an approval of or acquiescence in any breach thereunder, except as may be specifically agreed in writing. 12. LOBBYING Modifications have been made to the Clause pursuant to Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, P.L. 104-65 [to be codified at 2 U.S.C. § 1601, et seq.] - Lobbying Certification and Disclosure of Lobbying Activities for third party contractors are mandated by 31 U.S.C. 1352(b)(5), as amended by Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, and DOT implementing regulation, "New Restrictions on Lobbying," at 49 CFR § 20.110(d) - Language in Lobbying Certification is mandated by 49 CFR Part 19, Appendix A, Section 7, which provides that contractors file the certification required by 49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A. Modifications have been made to the Lobbying Certification pursuant to Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995. - Use of "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities," Standard Form-LLL set forth in Appendix B of 49 CFR Part 20, as amended by "Government wide Guidance For New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96) is mandated by 49 CFR Part 20, Appendix A. Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment, 31 U.S.C. 1352, as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, P.L. 104-65 [to be codified at 2 U.S.C. § 1601, et seq.] - Contractors who apply or bid for an award of $100,000 or more shall file the certification required by 49 CFR part 20, "New Restrictions on Lobbying." Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier shall also disclose the name of any registrant under the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 who has made lobbying contacts on its behalf with non-Federal funds with respect to that Federal contract, grant or award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Such disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the recipient. APPENDIX A, 49 CFR PART 20--CERTIFICATION REGARDING LOBBYING Certification for Contracts, Grants, Loans, and Cooperative Agreements (To be submitted with each bid or offer exceeding $100,000) The undersigned [Contractor] certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that: (1) No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. (2) If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for making lobbying contacts to an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-- LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions [as amended by "Government wide Guidance for New Restrictions on Lobbying," 61 Fed. Reg. 1413 (1/19/96). Note: Language in paragraph (2) herein has been modified in accordance with Section 10 of the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995 (P.L. 104-65, to be codified at 2 U.S.C. 1601, et seq.)] (3) The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by 31, U.S.C. § 1352 (as amended by the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995). Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure. [Note: Pursuant to 31 U.S.C. § 1352(c)(1)-(2)(A), any person who makes a prohibited expenditure or fails to file or amend a required certification or disclosure form shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such expenditure or failure.] The Contractor, ___________________, certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement of its certification and disclosure, if any. In addition, the Contractor understands and agrees that the provisions of 31 U.S.C. A 3801, et seq., apply to this certification and disclosure, if any. __________________________ Signature of Contractor's Authorized Official __________________________ Name and Title of Contractor's Authorized Official ___________________________ Date 13. CLEAN AIR Clean Air – (1) The Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §§ 7401 et seq. The Contractor agrees to report each violation to the Purchaser and understands and agrees that the Purchaser will, in turn, report each violation as required to assure notification to FTA and the appropriate EPA Regional Office. (2) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding $100,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. 14. CLEAN WATER REQUIREMENTS Clean Water – (1) The Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq. The Contractor agrees to report each violation to the Purchaser and understands and agrees that the Purchaser will, in turn, report each violation as required to assure notification to FTA and the appropriate EPA Regional Office. (2) The Contractor also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract exceeding $100,000 financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA. 15. CARGO PREFERENCE REQUIREMENTS Cargo Preference - Use of United States-Flag Vessels - The contractor agrees: a. to use privately owned United States-Flag commercial vessels to ship at least 50 percent of the gross tonnage (computed separately for dry bulk carriers, dry cargo liners, and tankers) involved, whenever shipping any equipment, material, or commodities pursuant to the underlying contract to the extent such vessels are available at fair and reasonable rates for United States-Flag commercial vessels; b. to furnish within 20 working days following the date of loading for shipments originating within the United States or within 30 working days following the date of leading for shipments originating outside the United States, a legible copy of a rated, "on-board" commercial ocean bill-of -lading in English for each shipment of cargo described in the preceding paragraph to the Division of National Cargo, Office of Market Development, Maritime Administration, Washington, DC 20590 and to the FTA recipient (through the contractor in the case of a subcontractor's bill-of- lading.) c. to include these requirements in all subcontracts issued pursuant to this contract when the subcontract may involve the transport of equipment, material, or commodities by ocean vessel. 16. FLY AMERICA REQUIREMENTS The Contractor agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 40118 (the “Fly America” Act) in accordance with the General Services Administration’s regulations at 41 CFR Part 301-10, which provide that recipients and subrecipients of Federal funds and their contractors are required to use U.S. Flag air carriers for U.S Government-financed international air travel and transportation of their personal effects or property, to the extent such service is available, unless travel by foreign air carrier is a matter of necessity, as defined by the Fly America Act. The Contractor shall submit, if a foreign air carrier was used, an appropriate certification or memorandum adequately explaining why service by a U.S. flag air carrier was not available or why it was necessary to use a foreign air carrier and shall, in any event, provide a certificate of compliance with the Fly America requirements. The Contractor agrees to include the requirements of this section in all subcontracts that may involve international air transportation. 17. DAVIS-BACON AND COPELAND ANTI-KICKBACK ACTS Background and Application The Davis-Bacon and Copeland Acts are codified at 40 USC 3141, et seq. and 18 USC 874. The Acts apply to grantee construction contracts and subcontracts that “at least partly are financed by a loan or grant from the Federal Government.” 40 USC 3145(a), 29 CFR 5.2(h), 49 CFR 18.36(i)(5). The Acts apply to any construction contract over $2,000. 40 USC 3142(a), 29 CFR 5.5(a). ‘Construction,’ for purposes of the Acts, includes “actual construction, alteration and/or repair, including painting and decorating.” 29 CFR 5.5(a). The requirements of both Acts are incorporated into a single clause (see 29 CFR 3.11) enumerated at 29 CFR 5.5(a) and reproduced below. The clause language is drawn directly from 29 CFR 5.5(a) and any deviation from the model clause below should be coordinated with counsel to ensure the Acts’ requirements are satisfied. Clause Language Davis-Bacon and Copeland Anti-Kickback Acts (1) Minimum wages – (i) All laborers and mechanics employed or working upon the site of the work (or under the United States Housing Act of 1937 or under the Housing Act of 1949 in the construction or development of the project), will be paid unconditionally and not less often than once a week, and without subsequent deduction or rebate on any account (except such payroll deductions as are permitted by regulations issued by the Secretary of Labor under the Copeland Act (29 CFR part 3)), the full amount of wages and bona fide fringe benefits (or cash equivalents thereof) due at time of payment computed at rates not less than those contained in the wage determination of the Secretary of Labor which is attached hereto and made a part hereof, regardless of any contractual relationship which may be alleged to exist between the contractor and such laborers and mechanics. Contributions made or costs reasonably anticipated for bona fide fringe benefits under section 1(b)(2) of the Davis-Bacon Act on behalf of laborers or mechanics are considered wages paid to such laborers or mechanics, subject to the provisions of paragraph (1)(iv) of this section; also, regular contributions made or costs incurred for more than a weekly period (but not less often than quarterly) under plans, funds, or programs which cover the particular weekly period, are deemed to be constructively made or incurred during such weekly period. Such laborers and mechanics shall be paid the appropriate wage rate and fringe benefits on the wage determination for the classification of work actually performed, without regard to skill, except as provided in 29 CFR Part 5.5(a)(4). Laborers or mechanics performing work in more than one classification may be compensated at the rate specified for each classification for the time actually worked therein: Provided, That the employer's payroll records accurately set forth the time spent in each classification in which work is performed. The wage determination (including any additional classifications and wage rates conformed under paragraph (1)(ii) of this section) and the Davis-Bacon poster (WH-1321) shall be posted at all times by the contractor and its subcontractors at the site of the work in a prominent and accessible place where it can be easily seen by the workers. (ii) (A) The contracting officer shall require that any class of laborers or mechanics, including helpers, which is not listed in the wage determination and which is to be employed under the contract shall be classified in conformance with the wage determination. The contracting officer shall approve an additional classification and wage rate and fringe benefits therefore only when the following criteria have been met: (1) Except with respect to helpers as defined as 29 CFR 5.2(n)(4), the work to be performed by the classification requested is not performed by a classification in the wage determination; and (2) The classification is utilized in the area by the construction industry; and (3) The proposed wage rate, including any bona fide fringe benefits, bears a reasonable relationship to the wage rates contained in the wage determination; and (4) With respect to helpers as defined in 29 CFR 5.2(n)(4), such a classification prevails in the area in which the work is performed. (B) If the contractor and the laborers and mechanics to be employed in the classification (if known), or their representatives, and the contracting officer agree on the classification and wage rate (including the amount designated for fringe benefits where appropriate), a report of the action taken shall be sent by the contracting officer to the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division, Employment Standards Administration, U.S. Department of Labor, Washington, DC 20210. The Administrator, or an authorized representative, will approve, modify, or disapprove every additional classification action within 30 days of receipt and so advise the contracting officer or will notify the contracting officer within the 30-day period that additional time is necessary. (C) In the event the contractor, the laborers or mechanics to be employed in the classification or their representatives, and the contracting officer do not agree on the proposed classification and wage rate (including the amount designated for fringe benefits, where appropriate), the contracting officer shall refer the questions, including the views of all interested parties and the recommendation of the contracting officer, to the Administrator for determination. The Administrator, or an authorized representative, will issue a determination within 30 days of receipt and so advise the contracting officer or will notify the contracting officer within the 30-day period that additional time is necessary. (D) The wage rate (including fringe benefits where appropriate) determined pursuant to paragraphs (a)(1)(ii) (B) or (C) of this section, shall be paid to all workers performing work in the classification under this contract from the first day on which work is performed in the classification. (iii) Whenever the minimum wage rate prescribed in the contract for a class of laborers or mechanics includes a fringe benefit which is not expressed as an hourly rate, the contractor shall either pay the benefit as stated in the wage determination or shall pay another bona fide fringe benefit or an hourly cash equivalent thereof. (iv) If the contractor does not make payments to a trustee or other third person, the contractor may consider as part of the wages of any laborer or mechanic the amount of any costs reasonably anticipated in providing bona fide fringe benefits under a plan or program, Provided, That the Secretary of Labor has found, upon the written request of the contractor, that the applicable standards of the Davis- Bacon Act have been met. The Secretary of Labor may require the contractor to set aside in a separate account assets for the meeting of obligations under the plan or program. (v) (A) The contracting officer shall require that any class of laborers or mechanics which is not listed in the wage determination and which is to be employed under the contract shall be classified in conformance with the wage determination. The contracting officer shall approve an additional classification and wage rate and fringe benefits therefore only when the following criteria have been met: (1) The work to be performed by the classification requested is not performed by a classification in the wage determination; and (2) The classification is utilized in the area by the construction industry; and (3) The proposed wage rate, including any bona fide fringe benefits, bears a reasonable relationship to the wage rates contained in the wage determination. (B) If the contractor and the laborers and mechanics to be employed in the classification (if known), or their representatives, and the contracting officer agree on the classification and wage rate (including the amount designated for fringe benefits where appropriate), a report of the action taken shall be sent by the contracting officer to the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division, Employment Standards Administration, Washington, DC 20210. The Administrator, or an authorized representative, will approve, modify, or disapprove every additional classification action within 30 days of receipt and so advise the contracting officer or will notify the contracting officer within the 30-day period that additional time is necessary. (C) In the event the contractor, the laborers or mechanics to be employed in the classification or their representatives, and the contracting officer do not agree on the proposed classification and wage rate (including the amount designated for fringe benefits, where appropriate), the contracting officer shall refer the questions, including the views of all interested parties and the recommendation of the contracting officer, to the Administrator for determination. The Administrator, or an authorized representative, will issue a determination with 30 days of receipt and so advise the contracting officer or will notify the contracting officer within the 30-day period that additional time is necessary. (D) The wage rate (including fringe benefits where appropriate) determined pursuant to paragraphs (a)(1)(v) (B) or (C) of this section, shall be paid to all workers performing work in the classification under this contract from the first day on which work is performed in the classification. (2) Withholding – The City of Fort Collins shall upon its own action or upon written request of an authorized representative of the Department of Labor withhold or cause to be withheld from the contractor under this contract or any other Federal contract with the same prime contractor, or any other federally-assisted contract subject to Davis-Bacon prevailing wage requirements, which is held by the same prime contractor, so much of the accrued payments or advances as may be considered necessary to pay laborers and mechanics, including apprentices, trainees, and helpers, employed by the contractor or any subcontractor the full amount of wages required by the contract. In the event of failure to pay any laborer or mechanic, including any apprentice, trainee, or helper, employed or working on the site of the work (or under the United States Housing Act of 1937 or under the Housing Act of 1949 in the construction or development of the project), all or part of the wages required by the contract, the City of Fort Collins may, after written notice to the contractor, sponsor, applicant, or owner, take such action as may be necessary to cause the suspension of any further payment, advance, or guarantee of funds until such violations have ceased. (3) Payrolls and basic records – (i) Payrolls and basic records relating thereto shall be maintained by the contractor during the course of the work and preserved for a period of three years thereafter for all laborers and mechanics working at the site of the work (or under the United States Housing Act of 1937, or under the Housing Act of 1949, in the construction or development of the project). Such records shall contain the name, address, and social security number of each such worker, his or her correct classification, hourly rates of wages paid (including rates of contributions or costs anticipated for bona fide fringe benefits or cash equivalents thereof of the types described in section 1(b)(2)(B) of the Davis-Bacon Act), daily and weekly number of hours worked, deductions made and actual wages paid. Whenever the Secretary of Labor has found under 29 CFR 5.5(a)(1)(iv) that the wages of any laborer or mechanic include the amount of any costs reasonably anticipated in providing benefits under a plan or program described in section 1(b)(2)(B) of the Davis-Bacon Act, the contractor shall maintain records which show that the commitment to provide such benefits is enforceable, that the plan or program is financially responsible, and that the plan or program has been communicated in writing to the laborers or mechanics affected, and records which show the costs anticipated or the actual cost incurred in providing such benefits. Contractors employing apprentices or trainees under approved programs shall maintain written evidence of the registration of apprenticeship programs and certification of trainee programs, the registration of the apprentices and trainees, and the ratios and wage rates prescribed in the applicable programs. (ii) (A) The contractor shall submit weekly for each week in which any contract work is performed a copy of all payrolls to the City of Fort Collins for transmission to the Federal Transit Administration. The payrolls submitted shall set out accurately and completely all of the information required to be maintained under section 5.5(a)(3)(i) of Regulations, 29 CFR part 5. This information may be submitted in any form desired. Optional Form WH-347 is available for this purpose and may be purchased from the Superintendent of Documents (Federal Stock Number 029-005-00014-1), U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. The prime contractor is responsible for the submission of copies of payrolls by all subcontractors. (B) Each payroll submitted shall be accompanied by a "Statement of Compliance," signed by the contractor or subcontractor or his or her agent who pays or supervises the payment of the persons employed under the contract and shall certify the following: (1) That the payroll for the payroll period contains the information required to be maintained under section 5.5(a)(3)(i) of Regulations, 29 CFR part 5 and that such information is correct and complete; (2) That each laborer or mechanic (including each helper, apprentice, and trainee) employed on the contract during the payroll period has been paid the full weekly wages earned, without rebate, either directly or indirectly, and that no deductions have been made either directly or indirectly from the full wages earned, other than permissible deductions as set forth in Regulations, 29 CFR part 3; (3) That each laborer or mechanic has been paid not less than the applicable wage rates and fringe benefits or cash equivalents for the classification of work performed, as specified in the applicable wage determination incorporated into the contract. (C) The weekly submission of a properly executed certification set forth on the reverse side of Optional Form WH-347 shall satisfy the requirement for submission of the "Statement of Compliance" required by paragraph (a)(3)(ii)(B) of this section. (D) The falsification of any of the above certifications may subject the contractor or subcontractor to civil or criminal prosecution under section 1001 of title 18 and section 231 of title 31 of the United States Code. (iii) The contractor or subcontractor shall make the records required under paragraph (a)(3)(i) of this section available for inspection, copying, or transcription by authorized representatives of the Federal Transit Administration or the Department of Labor, and shall permit such representatives to interview employees during working hours on the job. If the contractor or subcontractor fails to submit the required records or to make them available, the Federal agency may, after written notice to the contractor, sponsor, applicant, or owner, take such action as may be necessary to cause the suspension of any further payment, advance, or guarantee of funds. Furthermore, failure to submit the required records upon request or to make such records available may be grounds for debarment action pursuant to 29 CFR 5.12. (4) Apprentices and trainees – (i) Apprentices - Apprentices will be permitted to work at less than the predetermined rate for the work they performed when they are employed pursuant to and individually registered in a bona fide apprenticeship program registered with the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, or with a State Apprenticeship Agency recognized by the Bureau, or if a person is employed in his or her first 90 days of probationary employment as an apprentice in such an apprenticeship program, who is not individually registered in the program, but who has been certified by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training or a State Apprenticeship Agency (where appropriate) to be eligible for probationary employment as an apprentice. The allowable ratio of apprentices to journeymen on the job site in any craft classification shall not be greater than the ratio permitted to the contractor as to the entire work force under the registered program. Any worker listed on a payroll at an apprentice wage rate, who is not registered or otherwise employed as stated above, shall be paid not less than the applicable wage rate on the wage determination for the classification of work actually performed. In addition, any apprentice performing work on the job site in excess of the ratio permitted under the registered program shall be paid not less than the applicable wage rate on the wage determination for the work actually performed. Where a contractor is performing construction on a project in a locality other than that in which its program is registered, the ratios and wage rates (expressed in percentages of the journeyman's hourly rate) specified in the contractor's or subcontractor's registered program shall be observed. Every apprentice must be paid at not less than the rate specified in the registered program for the apprentice's level of progress, expressed as a percentage of the journeymen hourly rate specified in the applicable wage determination. Apprentices shall be paid fringe benefits in accordance with the provisions of the apprenticeship program. If the apprenticeship program does not specify fringe benefits, apprentices must be paid the full amount of fringe benefits listed on the wage determination for the applicable classification. If the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division of the U.S. Department of Labor determines that a different practice prevails for the applicable apprentice classification, fringes shall be paid in accordance with that determination. In the event the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, or a State Apprenticeship Agency recognized by the Bureau, withdraws approval of an apprenticeship program, the contractor will no longer be permitted to utilize apprentices at less than the applicable predetermined rate for the work performed until an acceptable program is approved. (ii) Trainees - Except as provided in 29 CFR 5.16, trainees will not be permitted to work at less than the predetermined rate for the work performed unless they are employed pursuant to and individually registered in a program which has received prior approval, evidenced by formal certification by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration. The ratio of trainees to journeymen on the job site shall not be greater than permitted under the plan approved by the Employment and Training Administration. Every trainee must be paid at not less than the rate specified in the approved program for the trainee's level of progress, expressed as a percentage of the journeyman hourly rate specified in the applicable wage determination. Trainees shall be paid fringe benefits in accordance with the provisions of the trainee program. If the trainee program does not mention fringe benefits, trainees shall be paid the full amount of fringe benefits listed on the wage determination unless the Administrator of the Wage and Hour Division determines that there is an apprenticeship program associated with the corresponding journeyman wage rate on the wage determination which provides for less than full fringe benefits for apprentices. Any employee listed on the payroll at a trainee rate who is not registered and participating in a training plan approved by the Employment and Training Administration shall be paid not less than the applicable wage rate on the wage determination for the classification of work actually performed. In addition, any trainee performing work on the job site in excess of the ratio permitted under the registered program shall be paid not less than the applicable wage rate on the wage determination for the work actually performed. In the event the Employment and Training Administration withdraws approval of a training program, the contractor will no longer be permitted to utilize trainees at less than the applicable predetermined rate for the work performed until an acceptable program is approved. (iii) Equal employment opportunity - The utilization of apprentices, trainees and journeymen under this part shall be in conformity with the equal employment opportunity requirements of Executive Order 11246, as amended, and 29 CFR part 30. (5) Compliance with Copeland Act requirements - The contractor shall comply with the requirements of 29 CFR part 3, which are incorporated by reference in this contract. (6) Subcontracts - The contractor or subcontractor shall insert in any subcontracts the clauses contained in 29 CFR 5.5(a)(1) through (10) and such other clauses as the Federal Transit Administration may by appropriate instructions require, and also a clause requiring the subcontractors to include these clauses in any lower tier subcontracts. The prime contractor shall be responsible for the compliance by any subcontractor or lower tier subcontractor with all the contract clauses in 29 CFR 5.5. (7) Contract termination: debarment - A breach of the contract clauses in 29 CFR 5.5 may be grounds for termination of the contract, and for debarment as a contractor and a subcontractor as provided in 29 CFR 5.12. (8) Compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Act requirements - All rulings and interpretations of the Davis-Bacon and Related Acts contained in 29 CFR parts 1, 3, and 5 are herein incorporated by reference in this contract. (9) Disputes concerning labor standards - Disputes arising out of the labor standards provisions of this contract shall not be subject to the general disputes clause of this contract. Such disputes shall be resolved in accordance with the procedures of the Department of Labor set forth in 29 CFR parts 5, 6, and 7. Disputes within the meaning of this clause include disputes between the contractor (or any of its subcontractors) and the contracting agency, the U.S. Department of Labor, or the employees or their representatives. (10) Certification of eligibility – (i) By entering into this contract, the contractor certifies that neither it (nor he or she) nor any person or firm who has an interest in the contractor's firm is a person or firm ineligible to be awarded Government contracts by virtue of section 3(a) of the Davis-Bacon Act or 29 CFR 5.12(a)(1). (ii) No part of this contract shall be subcontracted to any person or firm ineligible for award of a Government contract by virtue of section 3(a) of the Davis-Bacon Act or 29 CFR 5.12(a)(1). (iii) The penalty for making false statements is prescribed in the U.S. Criminal Code, 18 U.S.C. 1001. 18. CONTRACT WORK HOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT Background and Application The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act is codified at 40 USC 3701, et seq. The Act applies to grantee contracts and subcontracts “financed at least in part by loans or grants from … the [Federal] Government.” 40 USC 3701(b)(1)(B)(iii) and (b)(2), 29 CFR 5.2(h), 49 CFR 18.36(i)(6). Although the original Act required its application in any construction contract over $2,000 or non-construction contract to which the Act applied over $2,500 (and language to that effect is still found in 49 CFR 18.36(i)(6)), the Act no longer applies to any “contract in an amount that is not greater than $100,000.” 40 USC 3701(b)(3) (A)(iii). The Act applies to construction contracts and, in very limited circumstances, non- construction projects that employ “laborers or mechanics on a public work.” These non- construction applications do not generally apply to transit procurements because transit procurements (to include rail cars and buses) are deemed “commercial items.” 40 USC 3707, 41 USC 403 (12). A grantee that contemplates entering into a contract to procure a developmental or unique item should consult counsel to determine if the Act applies to that procurement and that additional language required by 29 CFR 5.5(c) must be added to the basic clause below. The clause language is drawn directly from 29 CFR 5.5(b) and any deviation from the model clause below should be coordinated with counsel to ensure the Act’s requirements are satisfied. Clause Language Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards (1) Overtime requirements - No contractor or subcontractor contracting for any part of the contract work which may require or involve the employment of laborers or mechanics shall require or permit any such laborer or mechanic in any workweek in which he or she is employed on such work to work in excess of forty hours in such workweek unless such laborer or mechanic receives compensation at a rate not less than one and one-half times the basic rate of pay for all hours worked in excess of forty hours in such workweek. (2) Violation; liability for unpaid wages; liquidated damages - In the event of any violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this section the contractor and any subcontractor responsible therefore- shall be liable for the unpaid wages. In addition, such contractor and subcontractor shall be liable to the United States for liquidated damages. Such liquidated damages shall be computed with respect to each individual laborer or mechanic, including watchmen and guards, employed in violation of the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this section, in the sum of $10 for each calendar day on which such individual was required or permitted to work in excess of the standard workweek of forty hours without payment of the overtime wages required by the clause set forth in paragraph (1) of this section. (3) Withholding for unpaid wages and liquidated damages - The (write in the name of the grantee) shall upon its own action or upon written request of an authorized representative of the Department of Labor withhold or cause to be withheld, from any moneys payable on account of work performed by the contractor or subcontractor under any such contract or any other Federal contract with the same prime contractor, or any other federally-assisted contract subject to the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, which is held by the same prime contractor, such sums as may be determined to be necessary to satisfy any liabilities of such contractor or subcontractor for unpaid wages and liquidated damages as provided in the clause set forth in paragraph (2) of this section. (4) Subcontracts - The contractor or subcontractor shall insert in any subcontracts the clauses set forth in paragraphs (1) through (4) of this section and also a clause requiring the subcontractors to include these clauses in any lower tier subcontracts. The prime contractor shall be responsible for compliance by any subcontractor or lower tier subcontractor with the clauses set forth in paragraphs (1) through (4) of this section. 19. BONDING REQUIREMENTS Applicability to Contracts For those construction or facility improvement contracts or subcontracts exceeding $100,000, FTA may accept the bonding policy and requirements of the recipient, provided that they meet the minimum requirements for construction contracts as follows: (a) A bid guarantee from each bidder equivalent to five (5) percent of the bid price. The "bid guarantees" shall consist of a firm commitment such as a bid bond, certifies check, or other negotiable instrument accompanying a bid as assurance that the bidder will, upon acceptance of his bid, execute such contractual documents as may be required within the time specified. (b) A performance bond on the part to the Contractor for 100 percent of the contract price. A "performance bond" is one executed in connection with a contract to secure fulfillment of all the contractor's obligations under such contract. (c) A payment bond on the part of the contractor for 100 percent of the contract price. A "payment bond" is one executed in connection with a contract to assure payment, as required by law, of all persons supplying labor and material in the execution of the work provided for in the contract. Payment bond amounts required from Contractors are as follows: 1. 50% of the contract price if the contract price is not more than $1 million; 2. 40% of the contract price if the contract price is more than $1 million but not more than $5 million; or 3. $2.5 million if the contract price is more than $5 million. (d) A cash deposit, certified check or other negotiable instrument may be accepted by a grantee in lieu of performance and payment bonds, provided the grantee has established a procedure to assure that the interest of FTA is adequately protected. An irrevocable letter of credit would also satisfy the requirement for a bond. Flow Down Bonding requirements flow down to the first tier contractors. Model Clauses/Language FTA does not prescribe specific wording to be included in third party contracts. FTA has prepared sample clauses as follows: Bid Bond Requirements (Construction) (a) Bid Security A Bid Bond must be issued by a fully qualified surety company acceptable to the City and listed as a company currently authorized under 31 CFR, Part 223 as possessing a Certificate of Authority as described thereunder. (b) Rights Reserved In submitting this Bid, it is understood and agreed by bidder that the right is reserved by the City to reject any and all bids, or part of any bid, and it is agreed that the Bid may not be withdrawn for a period of [ninety (90)] days subsequent to the opening of bids, without the written consent of the City. It is also understood and agreed that if the undersigned bidder should withdraw any part or all of his bid within [ninety (90)] days after the bid opening without the written consent of the City, shall refuse or be unable to enter into this Contract, as provided above, or refuse or be unable to furnish adequate and acceptable Performance Bonds and Labor and Material Payments Bonds, as provided above, or refuse or be unable to furnish adequate and acceptable insurance, as provided above, he shall forfeit his bid security to the extent of (Recipient's) damages occasioned by such withdrawal, or refusal, or inability to enter into an agreement, or provide adequate security therefore. It is further understood and agreed that to the extent the defaulting bidder's Bid Bond, Certified Check, Cashier's Check, Treasurer's Check, and/or Official Bank Check (excluding any income generated thereby which has been retained by the City as provided in [Item x "Bid Security" of the Instructions to Bidders]) shall prove inadequate to fully recompense the City for the damages occasioned by default, then the undersigned bidder agrees to indemnify the City and pay over to the City the difference between the bid security and (Recipient's) total damages, so as to make the City whole. The undersigned understands that any material alteration of any of the above or any of the material contained on this form, other than that requested, will render the bid unresponsive. Performance and Payment Bonding Requirements (Construction) The Contractor shall be required to obtain performance and payment bonds as follows: (a) Performance bonds 1. The penal amount of performance bonds shall be 100 percent of the original contract price, unless the the City determines that a lesser amount would be adequate for the protection of the City. 2. The City may require additional performance bond protection when a contract price is increased. The increase in protection shall generally equal 100 percent of the increase in contract price. The City may secure additional protection by directing the Contractor to increase the penal amount of the existing bond or to obtain an additional bond. (b) Payment bonds 1. The penal amount of the payment bonds shall equal: (i) Fifty percent of the contract price if the contract price is not more than $1 million. (ii) Forty percent of the contract price if the contract price is more than $1 million but not more than $5 million; or (iii) Two and one half million if the contract price is more than $5 million. 2. If the original contract price is $5 million or less, the City may require additional protection as required by subparagraph 1 if the contract price is increased. Performance and Payment Bonding Requirements (Non-Construction) The Contractor may be required to obtain performance and payment bonds when necessary to protect the (Recipient's) interest. (a) The following situations may warrant a performance bond: 1. City property or funds are to be provided to the contractor for use in performing the contract or as partial compensation (as in retention of salvaged material). 2. A contractor sells assets to or merges with another concern, and the City, after recognizing the latter concern as the successor in interest, desires assurance that it is financially capable. 3. Substantial progress payments are made before delivery of end items starts. 4. Contracts are for dismantling, demolition, or removal of improvements. (b) When it is determined that a performance bond is required, the Contractor shall be required to obtain performance bonds as follows: 1. The penal amount of performance bonds shall be 100 percent of the original contract price, unless the City determines that a lesser amount would be adequate for the protection of the City. 2. The City may require additional performance bond protection when a contract price is increased. The increase in protection shall generally equal 100 percent of the increase in contract price. The City may secure additional protection by directing the Contractor to increase the penal amount of the existing bond or to obtain an additional bond. (c) A payment bond is required only when a performance bond is required, and if the use of payment bond is in the (Recipient's) interest. (d) When it is determined that a payment bond is required, the Contractor shall be required to obtain payment bonds as follows: 1. The penal amount of payment bonds shall equal: (i) Fifty percent of the contract price if the contract price is not more than $1 million; (ii) Forty percent of the contract price if the contract price is more than $1 million but not more than $5 million; or (iii) Two and one half million if the contract price is increased. Advance Payment Bonding Requirements The Contractor may be required to obtain an advance payment bond if the contract contains an advance payment provision and a performance bond is not furnished. The City shall determine the amount of the advance payment bond necessary to protect the City. Patent Infringement Bonding Requirements (Patent Indemnity) The Contractor may be required to obtain a patent indemnity bond if a performance bond is not furnished and the financial responsibility of the Contractor is unknown or doubtful. The City shall determine the amount of the patent indemnity to protect the City. Warranty of the Work and Maintenance Bonds (a) The Contractor warrants to City, the Architect and/or Engineer that all materials and equipment furnished under this Contract will be of highest quality and new unless otherwise specified by City, free from faults and defects and in conformance with the Contract Documents. All work not so conforming to these standards shall be considered defective. If required by the [Project Manager], the Contractor shall furnish satisfactory evidence as to the kind and quality of materials and equipment. (b) The Work furnished must be of first quality and the workmanship must be the best obtainable in the various trades. The Work must be of safe, substantial and durable construction in all respects. The Contractor hereby guarantees the Work against defective materials or faulty workmanship for a minimum period of one (1) year after Final Payment by City and shall replace or repair any defective materials or equipment or faulty workmanship during the period of the guarantee at no cost to City. As additional security for these guarantees, the Contractor shall, prior to the release of Final Payment [as provided in Item X below], furnish separate Maintenance (or Guarantee) Bonds in form acceptable to City written by the same corporate surety that provides the Performance Bond and Labor and Material Payment Bond for this Contract. These bonds shall secure the Contractor's obligation to replace or repair defective materials and faulty workmanship for a minimum period of one (1) year after Final Payment and shall be written in an amount equal to ONE HUNDRED PERCENT (100%) of the CONTRACT SUM, as adjusted (if at all). 20. SEISMIC SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Seismic Safety - The contractor agrees that any new building or addition to an existing building will be designed and constructed in accordance with the standards for Seismic Safety required in Department of Transportation Seismic Safety Regulations 49 CFR Part 41 and will certify to compliance to the extent required by the regulation. The contractor also agrees to ensure that all work performed under this contract including work performed by a subcontractor is in compliance with the standards required by the Seismic Safety Regulations and the certification of compliance issued on the project. 21. ENERGY CONSERVATION REQUIREMENTS Energy Conservation - The contractor agrees to comply with mandatory standards and policies relating to energy efficiency which are contained in the state energy conservation plan issued in compliance with the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. 22. RECYCLED PRODUCTS Recovered Materials - The contractor agrees to comply with all the requirements of Section 6002 of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), as amended (42 U.S.C. 6962), including but not limited to the regulatory provisions of 40 CFR Part 247, and Executive Order 12873, as they apply to the procurement of the items designated in Subpart B of 40 CFR Part 247. 23. ADA Access Accessibility. Facilities to be used in public transportation service must comply with 42 U.S.C. Sections 12101 et seq. and DOT regulations, “Transportation Services for Individuals with Disabilities (ADA),” 49 CFR Part 37; and Joint ATBCB/DOT regulations, “Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Accessibility Specifications for Transportation Vehicles,” 36 CFR Part 1192 and 49 CFR Part 38. Notably, DOT incorporated by reference the ATBCB’s “Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines” (ADAAG), revised July 2004, which include accessibility guidelines for buildings and facilities, and are incorporated into Appendix A to 49 CFR Part 37. DOT also added specific provisions to Appendix A modifying the ADAAG, with the result that buildings and facilities must comply with both the ADAAG and amendments thereto in Appendix A to 49 CFR Part 37. 24. CITY OF FORT COLLINS BID PROTEST PROCEDURES The City of Fort Collins has a protest procedure, covering any phase of solicitation or award, including but not limited to specification or award. The protest procedures are available from the Purchasing Department, City of Fort Collins, 215 N. Mason, Street, 2nd Floor, P. O. Box 580, Fort Collins, CO. 80522. You may also request a copy of the procedures by emailing: Purchasing@fcgov.com or calling 970-221-6775. SECTION 00900 ADDENDA, MODIFICATIONS AND PAYMENT 00950 Contract Change Order 00960 Application for Payment SECTION 00950 CHANGE ORDER NO. PROJECT TITLE: [Project Name] CONTRACTOR: [Contractor] PROJECT NUMBER: [Project #] DESCRIPTION: 1. Reason for change: 2. Description of Change: 3. Change in Contract Cost: 4. Change in Contract Time: ORIGINAL CONTRACT COST $ .00 TOTAL APPROVED CHANGE ORDER .00 TOTAL PENDING CHANGE ORDER .00 TOTAL THIS CHANGE ORDER .00 TOTAL % OF THIS CHANGE ORDER % TOTAL C.O.% OF ORIGNINAL CONTRACT % ADJUSTED CONTRACT COST $ .00 (Assuming all change orders approved) ACCEPTED BY: DATE: Contractor's Representative ACCEPTED BY: DATE: Project Manager REVIEWED BY: DATE: Title: APPROVED BY: DATE: Title: APPROVED BY: DATE: Purchasing Agent over $30,000 cc: City Clerk Contractor Engineer Project File Architect Purchasing Section 00960 APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT PAGE 1 OF 4 OWNER: City of Fort Collins PROJECT: APPLICATION NUMBER: APPLICATION DATE: PERIOD BEGINNING: ENGINEER: CONTRACTOR: PERIOD ENDING: PROJECT NUMBER: CHANGE ORDERS Application is made for Payment as shown below in connection with Contract NUMBER DATE AMOUNT The present status of the account for this Contract is as follows: 1 2 Original Contract Amount: 3 Net Change by Change Order: Current contract Amount: $0.00 Total Completed and Stored to Date: Less Previous Applications: Amount Due this Application - Before Retainage: $0.00 Less Retainage: Net Change by Change Order $0.00 AMOUNT DUE THIS APPLICATION: $0.00 CERTIFICATION: The undersigned CONTRACTOR certifies that all obligations of CONTRACTOR incurred in connection with the Work have been satisfied as required in Paragraph 14.3. of the General Conditions of the Contract. The above Amount Due This Application is requested by the CONTRACTOR. Date: By: Payment of the above Amount Due This Application is recommended by the ENGINEER. Date: By: Payment of the above Amount Due This Application has been reviewed by the OWNER'S Project Manager. Date: By: Payment of the above Amount Due This Application is approved by the OWNER. Date: By: CONTRACT AMOUNTS APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT PAGE 2 OF 4 Work Completed Work Completed Work Completed Stored Bid This Month Previous Periods To Date Materials Total Item This Earned Percent Number Description Quantity Units Unit Price Amount Qty. Amount Qty. Amount Qty. 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Location: The site is located at 4915 Fossil Boulevard, Fort Collins, Colorado. 1.02 DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK A. General: The work consists of the construction of prefabricated bicycle shelter, complete with related sitework and landscaping and electrical. B. Bid Items: Work of the Project includes the following separate Bid Items: 1. Prefabricated shelter and installation. 2. Concrete pad and walks. 3. Landscaping. Provide unit prices per plant. 4. All other costs. C. Unless otherwise provided, Contractor shall provide, at his expense, all materials, labor, equipment, tools, transportation and utilities, including cost of connection necessary for successful completion of the project. D. It is the intent of the Owner not to disturb the normal functions of the complex, visitors, employees, vendors, suppliers, contractors or related outside businesses during the work of this project. E. The Contractor shall be responsible for seeing that all contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and workmen associated with the project conduct themselves in a professional, respectful and businesslike manner while on the site. 1. Firearms, alcoholic beverages and controlled substances are not permitted on the premises. 2. Smoking or use of tobacco products shall only be allowed in designated areas, and is prohibited within any structure. 3. All workers shall refrain from the use of profane or abusive language and other forms of harassment on the site. 1.03 CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS A. Contractor Qualifications: General Contractor shall have completed at least three (3) projects of similar size and complexity in the past five (5) years. B. Superintendent Qualifications: Refer to Section 01041. 1.04 FORM OF BID AND/OR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT A. The work of this Project shall be bid and construction contracts awarded on the following basis, unless otherwise modified in the General or Supplementary Conditions of the Contract: 1. Lump sum basis, including approved Alternates. 1.05 WORK BY OTHERS A. Owner shall furnish and install security equipment and wiring by separate contract, except for the empty conduit runs shown on the Drawings. END OF SECTION South Transit Center 02750-1 100% Construction Documents SECTION 02750 DECORATIVE CONCRETE PAVING PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. Information in this specifications section applies to concrete in raised platform area. See Aller-Lingle Massey’s specification section for decorative concrete paving specifications for remainder of site. B. Bidding Documents and Information, Conditions of the Contract and Division 1 - General Requirements apply to the Work of this Section of the Specifications. C. Section Includes: 1. Integrally colored concrete pavement. 2. Sandblasted concrete finish. 1.02 RELATED SECTIONS A. Section 02515 – Portland Cement Concrete Paving B. Section 02764 – Pavement Joint Sealers C. Section 03200 – Concrete Reinforcement D. Section 01015 – LEED Requirements 1.03 REFERENCES A. American Concrete Institute: 1. ACI 301 - Structural Concrete for Buildings. 2. ACI 305R - Hot Weather Concreting. 3. ACI 306R - Cold Weather Concreting. 4. ACI 316R - Recommendations for Construction of Concrete Pavements and Bases. B. American Society for Testing and Materials: 1. ASTM C309 - Liquid Membrane-Forming Compounds for Curing Concrete. 2. ASTM C979 - Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete. C. Geo-technical Engineering Report prepared by: Yeh and Associates, Inc. 5700 East Evans Avenue Denver, CO 80222 Phone: 303.781.9590 FAX: 303.781.9583 Project No. 29.201 South Transit Center 02750-2 100% Construction Documents 1.04 SUBMITTALS A. Submit product data and manufacturer's instructions for: 1. Pigments. 2. Curing compounds. 3. Reinforcing and Concrete Mix Designs. B. LEED Submittals: 1. Credit SS 7.1: Product Data for paving materials indicating Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) per ASTM E1980 is greater than 29. 2. Credit MR 5.1 and 5.2: Product data for regional materials indicating name, physical address and distance in miles (as the crow flies) from Project to the material manufacturer and point of extraction, harvest or recovery for each raw material. Include statement of cost for each regional material and the fraction by weight that is considered regional, excluding labor costs for installation. D. Samples: 1. Submit sample chip(s) of specified color(s) indicating pigment number(s) and required dosage rate(s). Submittals are for general verification of color and may vary somewhat from concrete finished in field according to Specifications. E. Mockups: Cast mockups of full-size sections of colored and sandblasted concrete pavement to demonstrate typical joints, surface finish, texture, color and standard of workmanship. 1 Build mockups in the location and of the size indicated or, if not indicated, as directed by Owners Representative. 2 Notify Owners Representative seven (7) days in advance of dates and times when mockups will be constructed. 3 Obtain Owners Representative’s approval of mockups before starting construction. 4 Maintain approved mockups during construction in an undisturbed condition as a standard for judging the completed pavement. 5 Demolish and remove approved mockups from the site when directed by Owner’s Representative. 6 Approved mockups may become part of the completed Work if undisturbed at time of Substantial Completion. 1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Perform work in accordance with ACI 301 and ACI 316R. B. Conform to ACI 305R during hot weather. C. Conform to ACI 306R during cold weather. D. Obtain materials from same source and maintain high degree of consistency in workmanship throughout Project. E. Installer Qualifications: Concrete shall be finished by firm with five (5) years experience with work of similar scope and quality. F. Colored Concrete Field Samples: South Transit Center 02750-3 100% Construction Documents 1. Provide field sample under provisions of Section 01400. 2. At location on Project selected by Owner’s Representative, place and finish 4 x 4 feet area demonstrating materials, workmanship, and curing method to be used throughout Project. 3. Retain samples of cements and aggregates used in mock-up for comparison with materials used in remaining Work. 4. Accepted field sample provides visual standard for work of Section. 5. Field sample may remain as part of Work. However, it can be removed when no longer required for comparison with finished work. 1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Pigments: Comply with manufacturer's instructions. Deliver pigments in original, unopened packaging. Store in dry conditions. 1.07 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Colored Concrete Environmental Requirements: 1. Schedule placement to minimize exposure to wind and hot sun before curing materials are applied. 2. Avoid placing concrete if rain, snow, or frost is forecast within twenty-four (24) hours. Protect fresh concrete from moisture and freezing. 1.08 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS A. Pavement design and installation shall accommodate light duty commercial vehicles and trash removal. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 FORMS A. Forms may be either stationary or slip-form type. If slip forms are used, finished surfaces shall be of quality equal to that produced by stationary forms. B. Stationary forms shall be steel or wood, free of distortion and defects, and of appropriate size and strength. Use flexible spring steel forms or laminated boards to form radius bends. Apply non- staining, clear, paraffin-based form oil. 2.02 CONCRETE MIX A. Mix and deliver concrete in accordance with ASTM C94. F. Mix Design: Comply with the City of Fort Collins Development Standards and Specifications Governing Construction of Public Improvements. G. Cement: Color shall be gray. H. Sand: Color shall be locally available natural sand. South Transit Center 02750-4 100% Construction Documents I. Admixtures: Do not use calcium chloride admixtures. J. Reinforcement (as required by geotechnical report): 1. Fiber reinforcement shall comply with Section 03240. 2. Welded wire fabric shall comply with ASTM A185; furnish flat sheets. 3. Reinforcement bars shall comply with ASTM A615, Grade 60. 2.04 PIGMENTS FOR INTEGRALLY COLORED CONCRETE A. Manufacturer: 1. Davis Colors manufactured by Davis Colors; Phone – 213.269.7311, or approved equivalent. 2. Substitutions: Comply with Section 01600 for substitution request procedures. B. Materials: Pigments shall contain pure, concentrated mineral pigments especially processed for mixing into concrete and complying with ASTM C979. C. Packaging: If pigments are to be added to mix at Site, furnish pigments in pre-measured Mix-Ready disintegrating bags to minimize job site waste. D. Colors: 1. Concrete mix shall contain the dosage rate of pigments indicated in the manufacturer’s instructions. Dosage rate shall be based on weight of portland cement, fly ash, silica fume, lime and other cementitious materials but not aggregate or sand. Refer to the “Site Concrete Schedule” and to the site plans for locations of the various colors of concrete. 2. Colors: a. Type 1: “Kailua” unless otherwise indicated in the plans and details. Provide 4 lbs. of 677 / 94 lb. bag of cement (powder dose rate). b. Type 2: “Harvest Gold” unless otherwise indicated in the plans and details. Provide 2 lbs. of 5084 / 94 lb. bag of cement (powder dose rate). c. Type 3: “Sandstone” unless otherwise indicated in the plans and details. Provide .75 lbs. of 5237 / 94 lb. bag of cement (powder dose rate). d. Type 4: “Mocha” unless otherwise indicated in the plans and details. Provide 1 lb. of 6058 / 94 lb. bag of cement (powder dose rate). 2.05 ACCESSORIES A. Curing Compound for standard grey Concrete: Prokrete Apromulsion @ 50A, white or Approved Substitution. B. Curing Compound for colored concrete: Curing compound shall comply with ASTM C309 and be approved by pigment manufacturer for use with colored concrete. Provide W-1000 Clear Cure & Seal and Color Seal II tinted to match colored concrete and manufactured by Davis Colors. Color Seal II will only be used where indicated on the plans. If not specified on the plans, Clear Cure and Seal shall be used. C. Sealants: Joint sealers shall be type specified in Section 02764. Provide in color matching colored concrete. D. Joint Filler: Adjacent to Building and Other Areas Requiring a Sealant: Neoprene Sponge Rubber ASTM D1752 Type I, 1/2 inch thick, with strippable top. South Transit Center 02750-5 100% Construction Documents E. Other Joints: Asphalt impregnated fiberboard, ASTM D1751 1/2 inch thick by full depth of concrete. F. Reinforcing Steel: ASTM A615; 40 ksi; deformed bars. G. Sandblast Concrete: 1. Provide field sample as described above and as directed/detailed on the drawings. Retain samples for comparison with materials used in remaining work. Accepted field sample provides visual standard for work of Section. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 SAMPLE A. Provide a 4' X 4' sample of each proposed concrete color and finish for review by the Owner’s Representative prior to placement of sidewalks or pavement. Obtain written authorization to proceed prior to placing remaining walk. The sample may become a part of the permanent work if approved by the Owner. If the sample is not approved, the Contractor shall remove the test section from the site and shall place another sample for approval. 3.02 EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION A. Verify grades and elevations of base. Remove loose material from compacted sub-grade. Proof-roll sub-grade; give notice of unstable areas. Moisten sub-grade to provide a uniformly damp condition. B. Verify compacted sub-grade is ready to support paving and imposed loads. ASTM D698, Minimum Compaction: 95%. C. Moisten substrate to minimize absorption of water from fresh concrete. D. Set clean forms to required grades and lines, rigidly braced and secured. Sidewalks shall be minimum thickness as described on the Drawings. D. Check tolerances as follows (slip form methods shall produce equivalent results): 1. Top of form: 1/8 inch in ten (10) feet 2. Alignment of vertical face: ¼ inch in ten (10) feet E. Adjust manholes and utility structures to grade. 3.03 FORMING A. Place and secure forms to correct location, dimension, and profile. B. Place expansion joints at ninety (90) - foot intervals maximum. C. Coordinate utility pads with respective Division 15 and Division 16 Contractors. D. Place joint filler between paving components and building or other appurtenances. E. Form for handicap accessibility at curbs and gutters as shown. South Transit Center 02750-6 100% Construction Documents 3.04 PLACING REINFORCING A. Where indicated on the Drawings, sidewalks, plazas exterior slabs and utility pads shall be reinforced with 6 x 6 - W1.4 x W1.4 fabric installed in the top 1/3 of the slab. Interrupt reinforcing at construction joints. Support wire fabric in position prior to pouring concrete. Minimize lifting wire fabric during placement of concrete. B. Refer to Section 03240 for Fibrous Reinforcing information as required. C. Place and support steel reinforcement as specified in Section 03200/03300. D. Reinforcement for concrete stairs shall be as shown on drawings. E. Coordinate installation of railings, site furnishings and other design features into formwork and secure in place. 3.05 MIXING COLOR PIGMENTS A. Pigments: Mix in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. Mix until pigments are uniformly dispersed throughout mixture and disintegrating bags, if used, have disintegrated. B. Schedule delivery of concrete to provide consistent mix times from batching until discharge. 3.06 PLACING CONCRETE A. Place concrete in accordance with ACI 301 and Section 03050. B. Do not disturb reinforcement, embedded components, or formed joints during concrete placement. C. Place concrete continuously between predetermined construction joints. D. Apply curing compound on exposed concrete surfaces immediately after finishing. Apply in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. 3.07 FINISHING A. Provide uniform joint patterns as shown on drawings, with dummy joints at ten (10) foot o.c. where not otherwise shown. Sawed joints should be cut within twenty-four (24) hours of concrete placement, and should be a minimum of 25% of slab thickness. B. Sidewalks: Medium broom, radius edges and trowel joint. Remove joint tool marks so only vertical joint is visible. Heavy broom finish and scoring required by ADA at handicap access ramp and curb ramp locations C. Slope or cross slope walks and slabs as notes and detailed to provide positive drainage. D. Broomed: Pull broom across freshly floated concrete to produce fine, medium texture in straight lines perpendicular to main line of traffic. Do not dampen brooms. E. Sandblasting: Allow concrete to sure to sufficient strength that it will not be damaged by blasting but not less than seven (7) days. Use medium sandblasting to remove cement mortar form surface and expose aggregate. See drawings for additional detail and instructions. South Transit Center 02750-7 100% Construction Documents 3.08 JOINTS A. Construct expansion, weakened-plane control (contraction), and construction joints straight with face perpendicular to concrete surface. Construct transverse joints perpendicular to centerline, unless otherwise detailed. B. Weakened-Plane Control or Contraction Joints: Provide joints at spacing of 15’-0" on centers maximum each way unless otherwise indicated on the Drawings. Construct control joints for depth equal to at least ¼ of the concrete thickness, as follows: 1. Form tooled joints in fresh concrete by grooving top with recommended tool and finishing edge with jointer. 2. Form sawed joints using powered saws equipped with shatterproof abrasive or diamond-rimmed blades. Cut joints into hardened concrete as soon as surface will not be torn, abraded, or otherwise damaged by cutting action. C. Construction Joints: Place construction joints at end of placements and at locations where placement operations are stopped for period of more than ½ hour, except where such placements terminate at expansion joints. Construct joints using standard metal keyway-section forms. D. Expansion Joints: Locate expansion joints at maximum of 120’-0" on centers maximum each way unless otherwise shown on the Construction Drawings. Provide pre-molded joint filler for expansion joints abutting concrete curbs, catch basins, manholes, inlets, structures, sidewalks, and other fixed objects. E. Joint Fillers: Extend joint fillers full-width and depth of joint, and not less than ½ inch or more than one (1) inch below finished surface where joint sealer is indicated. Furnish joint fillers in one (1) - piece lengths for full width being placed, wherever possible. Where more than one (1) length is required, lace or clip joint filler sections together. F. Joint Sealants: Joints shall be sealed with approved exterior pavement joint sealants and shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations. 3.09 DAMAGED WORK A. Concrete work shall be protected from damage as a result of settlement, vandalism, construction activity, or other causes. B. Cracked or otherwise damaged sidewalks shall be removed and replaced. 3.10 CURING A. Colored Concrete: Apply curing compound for colored concrete in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. 3.11 COLOR TOLERANCES A. Minor variations in appearance of colored concrete, which are similar to natural variations in color and appearance of un-pigmented concrete, are acceptable. South Transit Center 02750-8 100% Construction Documents 3.12 REPAIR AND PROTECTION A. Repair or replace broken or defective concrete. Remove surface stains. Protect concrete from damage until Substantial Completion. B. Prior to final inspection, sweep concrete and wash free of stains, dirt, and other foreign material. END OF SECTION SECTION 02810 IRRIGATION SYSTEM PART 1: 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 and booster pump, 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. Connection of electrical power supply to the irrigation control system. D. Installation and communication testing of central control components as part of irrigation control system. E. Maintenance period. F. 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. Connection of electrical power supply to the irrigation control system. C. Installation of pumping plant for irrigation system. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. Deliver four (4) copies of all required submittals to the Owners’ Representative within 15 days from the date of Notice to Proceed. B. Materials List: Include pipe, fittings, mainline components, water emission components, control system components. Quantities of materials need not be included. C. Manufacturers' Data: Submit manufacturers' catalog cuts, specifications, and operating instructions for equipment shown on the materials list. D. 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. E. 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 South Transit Center 02810 - 2 100% Construction Documents 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 TESTING A. Notify the Owners’ Representative three days in advance of testing. B. Pipelines jointed with rubber gaskets or threaded connections may be subjected to a pressure test at any time after partial completion of backfill. Pipelines jointed with solvent-welded PVC joints shall be allowed to cure at least 24 hours before testing. C. Subsections of mainline pipe may be tested independently, subject to the review of the Owners’ Representative. D. Furnish clean, clear water, pumps, labor, fittings, and equipment necessary to conduct tests or retests. E. Hydrostatic Pressure Test: 1) Subject mainline pipe to a hydrostatic pressure equal to the anticipated operating pressure of 120 PSI for two hours. Test with mainline components installed. A 2 PSI pressure variation is allowed. 2) Subject lateral pipe to a hydrostatic pressure equal to the anticipated operating pressure of 50 PSI. Test with risers for sprinklers capped. 3) Backfill to prevent pipe from moving under pressure. Expose couplings and fittings. 4) Leakage will be detected by visual inspection. Replace defective pipe, fitting, joint, valve, or appurtenance. Repeat the test until the pipe passes test. a. Cement or caulking to seal leaks is prohibited. F. Operational Test: 1) Activate each remote control valve in sequence from controller. The Owners’ Representative will visually observe operation, water application patterns, and leakage. 2) Replace defective remote control valve, solenoid, wiring, or appurtenance to correct operational deficiencies. South Transit Center 02810 - 3 100% Construction Documents 3) Replace, adjust, or move water emission devices to correct operational or coverage deficiencies. 4) Replace defective pipe, fitting, joint, valve, sprinkler, or appurtenance to correct leakage problems. Cement or caulking to seal leaks is prohibited. 5) Repeat test(s) until each lateral passes all tests. G. Central Control System Acceptance Test: 1) Upon completion of the centralized control system installation and Final Review, a System Acceptance Test must be passed. 2) Following Final Review, an evaluation period will commence. Upon completion of 30 days of continuous service without major system problems, the system will be accepted and the guarantee/warranty period will begin. If at any time during the 30- day evaluation period, a major system problem occurs, the source of the problem will be determined and corrected and the 30-day evaluation period will start again. Equipment will not be accepted until such time as the System Acceptance Test is passed. 3) If successful completion of the System Acceptance Test is not attained within 90 days following Final Review, the Engineer/Landscape Architect/Owner's Representative has the option to request replacement of equipment, terminate the order, or portions thereof, or continue with the System Acceptance Test. These options will remain in effect until such time as a successful completion of the System Acceptance Test. 4) Final payment will be made after successful completion of the final System Acceptance Test. H. Signal Wire: 1) Test for leaks to ground per manufacturer's recommendations. Test results must meet or exceed manufacturer's guidelines for acceptance. 2) Replace defective wire, underground splices, or appurtenances. Repeat the test until the manufacturer's guidelines are met. 1.6 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. 1.7 GURANTEE/ WARRANTY AND REPLACEMENT South Transit Center 02810 - 4 100% Construction Documents 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 one year 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. 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-B, ASTM Standard D1784, 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 South Transit Center 02810 - 5 100% Construction Documents 200. a. Use solvent weld pipe for mainline pipe with a nominal diameter less than 3- inches or where a pipe connection occurs in a sleeve. Use Schedule 40, Type 1, PVC solvent weld fittings conforming to ASTM Standards D2466 and D1784. 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-B, ASTM Standard D1784, 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. Use UV radiation resistant Schedule 40, Type 1, PVC solvent weld fittings conforming to ASTM Standards D2466 and D1784 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 zone 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) Copper pipe: Use Type "K" rigid conforming to ASTM Standard B88. Use wrought copper or cast bronze fittings, soldered or threaded per the installation details. Use a 95% tin and 5% antimony solder. 2) Galvanized steel pipe: Use Schedule 40 conforming to ASTM Standard A120. Use galvanized, threaded, standard weight, malleable iron fittings. 3) Ductile iron pipe: Use Class 50 conforming to ASTM Standard. Use Class 50 ductile iron fittings. 4) Use a dielectric union wherever a copper-based metal (copper, brass, bronze) is joined to an iron-based metal (iron, galvanized steel, stainless steel). 5) Swing joints shall be rated at 315 psi, and use O-ring and Marlex street elbows and Sch 80 PVC nipple construction. South Transit Center 02810 - 6 100% Construction Documents 6) 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. Color: Black. b. Use spiral barb fittings supplied by the same manufacturer as the hose. 7) Assemblies calling for threaded pipe connections shall utilize PVC Schedule 80 nipples and PVC Schedule 40 threaded fittings. 8) Joint sealant: Use only Teflon-type tape pipe joint sealant on plastic threads. Use nonhardening, nontoxic pipe joint sealant formulated for use on water-carrying pipes on metal threaded connections. D. Marking Tape: 1) Mainline Pipe - Christy underground I.D. tape TA-DT-3-P-NPW. {DESIGNER NOTE: Non Potable detectable marking tape is called out; see pg 16 in Christy catalog for spec designations }. E. Thrust Blocks: 1) Use thrust blocks for fittings on pipe greater than or equal to 3-inch diameter or any diameter rubber gasketed pipe. 2) Use 3,000 PSI concrete. 3) Use No. 4 Rebar wrapped or painted with asphalt tar based mastic coating. F. Joint Restrain Harness: 1) Use a joint restrain harness wherever joints are not positively restrained by flanged fittings, threaded fittings, and/or thrust blocks. 2) Use a joint restrain harness with transition fittings between metal and PVC pipe, where weak trench banks do no allow the use of thrust blocks, or where extra support is required to retain a fitting or joint. 3) Use bolts, nuts, retaining clamps, all-thread, or other joint restrain harness materials that are zinc plated or galvanized. 4) Use on pipe greater than or equal to 3-inch diameter or any diameter rubber gasketed pipe. 2.5 MAINLINE COMPONENTS A. Main System Shutoff Valve: As per local practice and in compliance with local code. B. Winterization Assembly: As per local practice and in compliance with local code. South Transit Center 02810 - 7 100% Construction Documents C. Master Valve Assembly: As presented in the installation details. D. Isolation Gate Valve Assembly: As presented in the installation details. Install a separate valve box over a 3-inch depth of 3/4-inch gravel for each assembly. E. Quick Coupling Valve Assembly: Double swing joint arrangement as presented in the installation details. 2.6 SPRINKLER IRRIGATION COMPONENTS A. Remote Control Valve (RCV) Assembly for Sprinkler Laterals: As presented in the installation details. Use wire connectors and waterproofing sealant to join control wires to solenoid valves. Use standard Christy I.D. tags with hot-stamped black letters on a yellow background. 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 Toro CDEC-ISP-1 decoder on each valve for communication on 2-wire control system. B. Sprinkler Assembly: As presented in the drawings and installation details. Use the sprinkler manufacturer's pressure compensating screens (Rain Bird PCS) to achieve 30 PSI operating conditions on each sprinkler and to control excessive operating pressures. 2.7 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. Use standard Christy I.D. tags with hot-stamped black letters on a yellow background. 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 Toro CDEC-ISP-1 decoder on each valve for communication on 2-wire control system. 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 1 single outlet emitter per square foot of planting area, whichever is less. b. Shrub: 2 single outlet emitters each. c. Trees in Beds: 4 single outlet emitters each or 1 multi-outlet emitter each (with 4 outlets open). d. Trees in Native: In-line drip tubing rings. See detail. 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 South Transit Center 02810 - 8 100% Construction Documents for each assembly. 2.8 CONTROL SYSTEM COMPONENTS A. Irrigation Controller Unit: 1) As presented in the drawings and installation details. 2) Primary surge protection arrestors: As required by control system manufacturer. 3) Valve output surge protection arrestors: As required by control system manufacturer. 4) Lightning protection: 4” x 96” x 0.0625” copper-clad grounding plate. 5) Wire markers: Pre-numbered or labeled with indelible non-fading ink, made of permanent, non-fading material. 6) Valve output surge protection arrestors: As recommended by controller manufacturer. Ground every 12 decoders or 1,000 feet per Toro specifications. 7) Ground the end of every wire run per Toro specifications 8) Additional Central Control radio communication equipment as determined by a communication test. See Section 3.9. B. Instrumentation: 1) As presented in the drawings and installation details. 2) Flow Sensor: Data Industrial Model IR220B with polypropylene mounting saddle. 3) Central control communication components C. Control Wire: 1) Use Toro jacketed decoder cable (2-#14 AWG wires), direct burial, solid copper, for power to decoders. Install per Toro specifications. 2) 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. OTHER COMPONENTS A. Tools and Spare Parts: Provide operating keys, servicing tools, test equipment, other South Transit Center 02810 - 9 100% Construction Documents items, and spare parts indicated in the General Notes of the drawings. 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 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 LAYOUT OF WORK A. Stake out the irrigation system. Items staked include: sprinklers, pipe, control valves, manual drains, controller, and isolation valves. B. Install all mainline pipe and mainline components inside of project property lines. 3.3 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): 1) 24-inch over mainline pipe and over electrical conduit. 2) Control wire under mainline. 3) 16-inch over lateral pipe to sprinklers and over manifold pipe to drip system zone control valves. South Transit Center 02810 - 10 100% Construction Documents 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. Backfill unsleeved pipe by depositing the backfill material equally on both sides of the pipe in 6-inch layers and compacting each layer to 90% Standard Proctor Density, ASTM D698-78. Conduct one compaction test for every 300 feet of trench. Costs for such testing and any necessary retesting shall be borne by the Contractor. Use of water for compaction, "puddling", will not be permitted. G. Enclose pipe and wiring beneath roadways, walks, curbs, etc. in sleeves. Minimum compaction of backfill for sleeves shall be 95% Standard Proctor Density, ASTM D698-78. Conduct one compaction test for each sleeved crossing less than 50 feet long. Conduct two compaction tests for each sleeved crossing greater than 50 feet long. Costs for such testing and any necessary retesting shall be borne by the Contractor. Use of water for compaction around sleeves, "puddling", will not be permitted. H. Dress backfilled areas to original grade. Incorporate excess backfill into existing site grades. Dispose of excess backfill off site. I. Where utilities conflict with irrigation trenching and pipe work, contact the Owners’ Representative for trench depth adjustments. 3.4 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 "x" at sleeve end locations. C. Bore for sleeves under obstructions which cannot be removed. Employ equipment and methods designed for horizontal boring. 3.5 ASSEMBLING PIPE AND FITTINGS South Transit Center 02810 - 11 100% Construction Documents 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 Rubber-Gasketed Pipe: a. Use pipe lubricant. Join pipe in the manner recommended by manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices. b. Epoxy-coated steel fittings shall not be struck with a metallic tool. Cushion blows with a wood block or similar shock absorber. 3) 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. 4) Fittings: The use of cross type fittings is not permitted. C. Lateral 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 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. 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. South Transit Center 02810 - 12 100% Construction Documents D. Specialized Pipe and Fittings: 1) Copper Pipe: a. Buff surfaces to be joined to a bright finish. Coat with solder flux. b. Solder so that a continuous bead shows around the joint circumference. 2) Galvanized Steel Pipe: a. Join pipe in the manner recommended by manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices. b. Use factory-made threads whenever possible. Field-cut threads will be permitted only where absolutely necessary. Cut threads on axis using clean, sharp dies. c. Apply Teflon-type tape or pipe joint compound to the male threads only. 3) Ductile Iron Pipe: a. Use push-on joints whenever possible. Use pipe lubricant. Join pipe in the manner recommended by manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices. 4) Insert a dielectric union wherever a copper-based metal (copper, brass, bronze) and an iron-based metal (iron, galvanized steel, stainless steel) are joined. 5) Pre-fabricated double swing joints: Install per City of Fort Collins standards and details. 6) Low Density Polyethylene Hose: Install per manufacturer's recommendations. 7) 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. 8) Make metal-to-metal, threaded connections with Teflon-type tape or pipe joint compound applied to the male threads only. E. Thrust Blocks: 1) Use cast-in-place concrete bearing against undisturbed soil. 2) Size, orientation and placement shall be as shown on the installation details. 3) Install rebar with mastic coating as shown on the installation details. F. Joint Restrain Harness: South Transit Center 02810 - 13 100% Construction Documents 1) Install harness in the manner recommended by the manufacturer and in accordance with accepted industry practices. 2) Install self-restraining casing spacers at all pipe bell joints and every 10-feet along the mainline pipe routing through sleeving. Provide correct number and type of restraint per manufacturer’s requirements. 3.6 INSTALLATION OF MAINLINE COMPONENTS A. Main System Shut Off Valve: Install where indicated on the drawings. B. Winterization Assembly: Install where indicated on the drawings. C. Master Valve Assembly: Install where indicated on the drawings. D. Isolation Gate Valve Assembly: 1) Install where indicated on the drawings. 2) Locate at least 12-inches from and align with adjacent walls or edges of paved areas. E. Quick Coupling Valve Assembly: Install where indicated on the drawings. 3.7 INSTALLATION OF SPRINKLER IRRIGATION COMPONENTS A. Remote Control Valve (RCV) Assembly for Sprinkler Laterals: 1) Flush mainline before installation of RCV assembly. 2) 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. 3) 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. 4) Adjust RCV to regulate the downstream operating pressure. 5) 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 12-inches from adjacent walls, fences, or edges of paved areas. 4) Locate spray sprinklers 3-inches from adjacent walls, fences, or edges of paved South Transit Center 02810 - 14 100% Construction Documents areas. 5) Set sprinklers perpendicular to the finish grade. 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. 3.8 INSTALLATION OF DRIP IRRIGATION COMPONENTS A. Remote Control Valve (RCV) Assembly for Drip Laterals: 1) Flush mainline pipe before installing RCV assembly. 2) 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. 3) 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. 4) Arrange grouped valve boxes in rectangular patterns. Set RCV assembly discharge pressure to 30 PSI. B. Zone Control Valve Assembly: Install at locations shown on the drawings. C. 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. D. Flush Cap Assembly: Install at the end of each drip irrigation lateral pipe as shown on the installation details. E. Pressure Adjustment Procedure: 1) Fully open all zone control valves and energize the RCV assembly. 2) Determine which emitter has the least outlet pressure; this is the critical emitter. 3) Identify zone control valve associated with the critical emitter; this is the critical zone control valve. South Transit Center 02810 - 15 100% Construction Documents 4) Set discharge pressure of RCV such that the critical vortex emitter has a pressure of 15 PSI + 2 PSI and/or the critical pressure compensating emitter has a pressure of 25 PSI + 5 PSI. Measure with pressure gauge attached to critical emitter. 5) Identify the critical emitter for remaining zone control valves. 3.9 INSTALLATION OF CONTROL SYSTEM COMPONENTS A. Irrigation Controller Unit: 1) The location of the controller unit as depicted on the drawings is approximate; the Owners’ Representative will determine the exact site location during irrigation system installation. 2) Lightning Protection: A 25-foot continuous length (no splices allowed unless using exothermic welding process) of 6 AWG solid bare copper wire is to be attached to the plate by the manufacturer using an approved welding process. Install grounding plate to meet minimum requirements of Article 250-52 (d) of the 199 National Electric Code. Plate must be made of a copper alloy. Wire is to be connected to the electric equipment ground lug as shown in the detail of page 1. The ground plate is to be installed to a minimum depth of 30”, or below the frost line if it is lower than 30”, at a location 8 feet from the electronic equipment and underground wires and cables. Two (2) 50-pound bags of PowerSet [Paige Electric part number 1820058] earth contact material must be spread so that it surrounds the copper plate evenly along its length within a 6” wide trench. Salts, fertilizers, bentonite clay, cement, coke, carbon, and other chemicals are not to be used to improve soil conductivity because these materials are corrosive and will cause the copper electrodes to erode and become less effective with time. 3) Lightning protection: Provide on all remote control valve wiring as recommended by the manufacturer. Provide other components such as ground rod, grounding wire, etc., to manufacturer's recommendations. 4) Install primary surge protection arrestors on incoming power lines. 5) Install one valve output surge protection arrestor on each control wire and one for the common wire. 6) Attach wire markers to the ends of control wires inside the controller unit housing. Label wires with the identification number (see drawings) of the remote control valve to which the control wire is connected. 7) Connect control wires to the corresponding controller terminal. 8) Contractor shall schedule Central Control communication radio test with the control system manufacturer representative. On-site controller must communicate by radio with the Central Control system at the Fossil Creek Park Maintenance Facility. B. Instrumentation: 1) Install sensors per the installation details and manufacturer's recommendations. South Transit Center 02810 - 16 100% Construction Documents Install at locations shown on the drawings. 2) Install electrical connections between irrigation controller and sensors per manufacturer's recommendations. C. 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) Install spare two wire Toro jacketed decoder cable along entire length of mainline, pulled into each valve box and into the controller. 4) Install control wire under mainline. 5) Do not encase control wires in thrust blocks. 6) 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. 7) Unless noted on plans, install wire parallel with and under PVC mainline pipe. If wire is installed adjacent to section of metal pipe, separate wire from pipe minimum of 6- inches and install wire in PVC conduit. 8) Encase wire not installed with PVC mainline pipe in electrical conduit. 3.10 INSTALLATION OF OTHER COMPONENTS A. Tools and Spare Parts: 1) Prior to the Pre-Maintenance Review, supply to the Owner operating keys, servicing tools, test equipment, and any other items indicated on the drawings. 2) Prior to Final Review, supply to the Owner the spare parts indicated in the General Notes on the drawings. B. Other Materials: Install other materials or equipment shown on the drawings or installation details to be part of the irrigation system, even though such items may not have been referenced in these specifications. 3.11 Project Record (As-Built) Drawings 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. South Transit Center 02810 - 17 100% Construction Documents A. 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. B. Prior to Final Review, obtain electronic copy of the drawings. Using AutoCAD, duplicate information contained on the project record drawings maintained on site. Label each sheet "Record Drawing". Completion of the Record Drawings will be a prerequisite for the Final Review. 3.12 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. 3.13 CLEAN-UP A. Upon completion of work, remove from the site all machinery, tools, excess materials, and rubbish. End of Section South Transit Center 02870 - 1 100% Construction Documents SECTION 02870 SITE FURNISHINGS 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. Work covered by this specification concerns labor, materials, and equipment necessary for installation of: 1. Enhanced Grates and Frames. 2. Bench. 3. Bike Rack. 4. Trash Receptacle. 5. Recycling Receptacle. 6. Picnic Table. 7. Custom Access Fence – Type 1 and Type 2. 8. Bike Rail. 1.02 RELATED SECTIONS A. Section 02750 – Decorative Concrete Paving B. Section 10185 – Telephone Specialties. C. Section 01015 – LEED Requirements. 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Shop Drawings, technical literature, etc. from Manufacturer for each of the furnishings listed above. 1.04 SAMPLES A. Submit color swatches on finish metal for each of the site furnishings listed above. B. Credit SS 4.2: Product Data for Bike Racks, picnic table, recycling and trash receptacle, bench, grates/frames. C. Credit MR 4.1 and 4.2: Product data or other documentation from material manufacturer indicating percentages, by weight, of post-consumer and pre-consumer recycled content. Include statement of material costs for each product having recycled content, excluding labor costs for installation. Exclude mechanical, electrical and plumbing materials. South Transit Center 02870 - 2 100% Construction Documents 1.05 SUBSTITUTIONS A. No substitutions for specific materials will be accepted except under the following conditions. Alternative bid proposals may be submitted for consideration by the Owner's Representative prior to bid opening. Alternative proposals must be fully supported by necessary documentation showing compatibility/comparability with specific materials. Substitutions must also comply with the General Conditions. 1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Workmanship, fabrication and shop connections shall be in accordance with AWS and AISC specifications. B. Welding shall be done by welder(s) certified for AWS, D.1 structural welding requirements. C. LEED Compliance: Refer to Section 01015 for submittal and documentation requirements. 1.07 PRODUCT DELIVERY AND HANDLING A. Coordinate delivery requirements with Manufacturer. B. Products shall be delivered to the project site in good condition, and shall be contained in the Manufacturer‟s crate/packaging. The Contractor shall not accept delivery of damaged items. Products shall free from defects and damage. Damaged products shall be replaced by the manufacturer at no additional cost. C. Comply with manufacturer‟s requirements for unloading, lifting, and placement. 1.08 WARRANTY A. Guarantee material used in this section against defects due to any cause for a period of two (2) full years from the date of Substantial Completion of work. B. Replace materials when it is no longer in a satisfactory condition as determined by the Owner‟s Representative for the duration of the Warranty Period. Make replacements within fourteen (14) days of notification from the Owner‟s Representative. C. This guarantee will not be enforced should materials be subject to vandalism; improper maintenance procedures carried out by the Owner involving resulting in damage, or other similar circumstances beyond the control of the Contractor. PART 2 - MATERIALS 2.01 ENHANCED METAL GRATE and FRAME A. Manufacturer: Iron Age Designs (877.418.3568) www.ironagegrates.com Local Contact: Shelley Paul South Transit Center 02870 - 3 100% Construction Documents Design Worx P – 970.430.2385 F – 970.482.6855 E-mail – designworx@frii.com B. Model: Oblio – 9”x19” drain grate with Type „E‟ grate frame. C. Finish/Color: Cast Iron with baked on oil finish. D. Mounting: Per Manufacturer‟s instructions/as detailed on the Drawings. F. Quantity: Six (6) or as identified on the Drawings. 2.02 BENCH A. Manufacturer: UrbanScape Furniture 866.903.3714 B. Website: www.urbanscape.com C. Model: Rockport – RO1112C – 6‟ bench with back, arms and center arm rest (custom feature) D. Powdercoat Color: 1. Bench Seat: Hazelnut. 2. Bench Frame: Stainless. E. Mounting: Surface mount. F. Quantity: 26 (25 included with Base Bid and 1 included with a Bid Alternate). 2.03 BIKE RACK A. Manufacturer: Dero Bike Racks 800.298.2915 B. Website: www.dero.com C. Model and Quantity: 1. Hi3H – 3 bike capacity. Qty.: 4 (0 included with Base Bid and 4 included with a Bid Alternate) 2. Hi4H – 4 bike capacity. Qty.: 2 (1 included with Base Bid and 1 included with a Bid Alternate) 3. Hi5H - 5 bike capacity. Qty.: 7 (4 included with Base Bid and 3 included with a Bid Alternate) D. Color: Sepia Brown. E. Mounting: Surface. See detailing on the Drawings. Provide this rack for shelter project. Provide this bench for shelter project. South Transit Center 02870 - 4 100% Construction Documents 2.04 TYPE 1 RECEPTACLE A. Manufacturer: Urbanscape Furniture 866.903.3714 B. Website: www.urbanscape.com C. Model: TH3A31P - Receptacle with Ash Bonnet, square perforation D. Powdercoat Color: 1. Receptacle H Lid / Accent: Stainless. 2. Receptacle H Base: Hazelnut. E. Mounting: Surface mount. F. Quantity: 4 2.05 RECYCLING RECEPTACLE A. Manufacturer: Urbanscape Furniture 866.903.3714 B. Website: www.urbanscape.com C. Model: TH3F31P - Receptacle with Flat-Top Lid, square perforation D. Powdercoat Color: 1. Lid / Accent: Stainless. 2. Base: Hunter. A. Mounting: Surface mount. B. Quantity: 2 2.04 TYPE 2 RECEPTACLE E. Manufacturer: Urbanscape Furniture 866.903.3714 F. Website: www.urbanscape.com G. Model: TH3F31P - Receptacle with Flat-Top Lid, square perforation H. Powdercoat Color: 1. Receptacle H Lid / Accent: Stainless. 2. Receptacle H Base: Hazelnut. I. Mounting: Surface mount. J. Quantity: 6 South Transit Center 02870 - 5 100% Construction Documents 2.07 PICNIC TABLE A. Manufacturer: Urbanscape Furniture 866.903.3714 B. Website: www.urbanscape.com C. Model: Portgage – PODO31C. 8‟ table, with attached benches, square perforation. D. Powdercoat Color: 1. Seat/Tabletop: Stainless 2. Frame: Stainless. E. Mounting: Surface mount. F. Quantity: 1. 2.08 CUSTOM ACCESS FENCE A. Called out as “Type 1 Access Control Fence” on the drawings. See detailing, notes and fabrication requirements on the drawings. B. Called out as “Type 2 Access Control Fence” on the drawings. See detailing, notes and fabrication requirements on the drawings. 2.09 BIKE RAIL A. See detailing, notes and fabrication requirements on the drawings. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 GENERAL A. Installation shall be in accordance with the plans and details and with the Manufacturer‟s recommendations. B. Site Furnishing shall be installed in the locations and quantities shown on the plan and details. C. Where applicable, the Owner‟s Representative shall approve the site furnishing locations prior to fastening in place. D. Use templates, provided by the Manufacturer, to properly position mounting bolts. E. Clean foreign material from exposed surfaces after installation is complete. 3.02 CUSTOM ACCESS FENCE AND BIKE RAILING A. Contractor shall install in the alignment and location shown on the Drawings. South Transit Center 02870 - 6 100% Construction Documents END OF SECTION South Transit Center 02920 - 1 100% Construction Documents SECTION 02920 LAWNS AND GRASSES PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Dryland and Riparian Seeding. 2. Organic amendments (compost). 3. Topsoil – Stockpiled or imported. 4. Erosion-control material(s). 5. Warranty and Satisfactory – Seeded areas. 6. Maintenance. B. Related Sections: 1. Division 2 - Section "Selective Clearing and Pruning" for protection of existing trees and plantings, topsoil stripping and stockpiling and site clearing. 2. Division 2 - Section "Earthwork" for grading, excavation, sub-grade, soil stabilization and treatment, slope protection and surface contouring. 3. Division 2 - Section “Grading” for constructing, shaping and finishing site earthwork. 4. Division 2 - Section "Irrigation Systems" for sprinkler irrigation. 5. Division 2 - Section "Exterior Plants" for border edgings. 6. Division 2 - Section “Hydro Mulching”. 7. Division 2 – Section „Transplanting”. 8. Division 2 – Section “Plant Maintenance”. 9. Section 01015 – LEED Requirements. 1.3 DEFINITIONS A. Finish Grade: Elevation of finished surface of planting soil. B. Planting Soil: Existing or imported topsoil, manufactured topsoil, or surface soil modified to become topsoil; mixed with soil amendments. C. Sub-grade: Surface or elevation of subsoil remaining after completing excavation, or top surface of a fill or backfill immediately beneath planting soil. D. Sub-soil: All soil beneath the topsoil layer of the soil profile, and typified by the lack of organic matter and soil organisms. South Transit Center 02920 - 2 100% Construction Documents 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. B. LEED Submittals: 1. Credit MR 5.1 and 5.2: Product data for regional materials indicating name, physical address and distance in miles (as the crow flies) from Project to the material manufacturer and point of extraction, harvest or recovery for each raw material. Include statement of cost for each regional material and the fraction by weight that is considered regional, excluding labor costs for installation. C. Certification of Grass Seed: From seed Vendor for each grass-seed or mixture stating the botanical and common name and percentage by weight of each species and variety, and percentage of purity, germination, and weed seed. Include the year of production and date of packaging. 1. Certification of each seed mixture for turfgrass sod, identifying source, including name and telephone number of supplier. D. Samples for Verification: 1. Soil Analysis: Submit copies of soil test results from Colorado State University Soils Laboratory or approved substitute. Submit copies of cover letter / results with recommendations. 2. Fertilizer: Submit copy of fertilizer composition to be used and the Supplier source. E. Product Certificates: For each type of manufactured product from Manufacturer, and complying with the following: 1. Manufacturer‟s certified analysis for standard products. 2. Analysis of other materials by a recognized laboratory made according to methods established by the Association of Official Analytical Chemists, where applicable. F. Material Test Reports: For existing surface topsoil (if available) and/or imported topsoil if required. G. Planting Schedule: Indicating anticipated planting dates for each type of planting. H. Maintenance Instructions: Recommended procedures to be established by Owner for maintenance of native and wetland seeded areas during the warranty period. Submit before Substantial completion. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: A qualified landscape installer whose work has resulted in successful lawn establishment. 1. Installer's Field Supervision: Require Installer to maintain an experienced full-time supervisor on Project site when planting is in progress. B. Soil-Testing Laboratory Qualifications: An independent laboratory, recognized by the State Department of Agriculture, with the experience and capability to conduct the testing indicated and that specializes in types of tests to be performed. C. Existing Topsoil Analysis: Furnish soil analysis by a qualified soil-testing laboratory stating percentages of organic matter; gradation of sand, silt, and clay content; cation exchange capacity; sodium absorption ratio; deleterious material; pH; and mineral and plant-nutrient content of topsoil. South Transit Center 02920 - 3 100% Construction Documents 1. Report suitability of topsoil for native seed growth. State-recommended quantities of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potash nutrients and soil amendments to be added to produce satisfactory topsoil. 1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Seed: Deliver seed in original sealed, labeled, and undamaged containers. B. Bulk Materials: 1. Do not dump or store bulk materials near structures, utilities, walkways and pavements, or on existing turf areas or plants. 2. Provide erosion-control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of bulk materials, discharge of soil-bearing water runoff, and airborne dust reaching adjacent properties, water conveyance systems, or walkways. 3. Accompany each delivery of bulk fertilizers and soil amendments with appropriate certificates. 1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Weather Limitations: Proceed with planting only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit. 1.8 MAINTENANCE SERVICE A. Initial Seeded Area Maintenance Service: Provide full maintenance by skilled employees of landscape Installer. Maintain as required in Part 3. Begin maintenance immediately after each area is planted and continue until acceptable seeded area is established, but for not less than the following periods: 1. Dryland or Riparian Seeded Areas: from initial installation date through Substantial Completion, and then Contractor shall provide an additional twelve (12) months of maintenance. See Section 02935 – Plant Maintenance. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 TURF GRASS SEED A. Grass Seed: Fresh, clean, dry, new-crop seed complying with AOSA's "Journal of Seed Technology; Rules for Testing Seeds" for purity and germination tolerances. B. Grass Seed Mix: Proprietary seed mix as follows: 1. Products: Native Grass Seed: Fresh, clean, dry, new seed, mixed species as follows: a. Type 1: Low Grow Mix or approved equivalent. 30% Poa compressa (Canada Bluegrass) 10% Poa secunda (Big Bluegrass) 30% Festuca rubra ssp. rubra (Creeping Red Fescue) 30% Festuca ovina (Sheep Fescue) Supplier: Pawnee Buttes Seed, Inc. South Transit Center 02920 - 4 100% Construction Documents 1.800.782.5947 info@pawneebutteseed.com 2. Products: Dryland Seed Mix: Fresh, clean, dry, new seed, mixed species as follows: a. Type 2: Low Grow Native or approved equivalent. 10% Big Bluegrass (Sherman) 10% Sandberg / Canby Bluegrass 40% Arizona Fescue (Redondo) 40% Sheep Fescue (Ovina) Supplier: Pawnee Buttes Seed, Inc. 1.800.782.5947 info@pawneebutteseed.com 3. Products: Combination Riparian Seed Mix and Dryland Seed Mix: Fresh, clean, dry, new seed, mixed species as follows: a. Type 3: 50% Type 2 mix (above) and 50% Type 4 mix (below) or approved equivalent. Supplier: Pawnee Buttes Seed, Inc. 1.800.782.5947 info@pawneebutteseed.com 4. Products: Riparian Mix: Fresh, clean, dry, new seed, mixed species as follows: a. Type 4: Prairie Wetland Mix or approved equivalent. 12% Alkali Bulbrush 12% Switchgrass 12% Canadian Wildrye 12% Prairie Cordgrass 6% Black Creeper Sedge 6% Alkaligrass 6% Nebraska Sedge 6% Three Square Bulbrush 5% Softstem Bulbrush 5% Hardstem Bulbrush 4% Creeping Spikerush 4% Sloughgrass 2% Fowl Mannagrass 2% Indiangrass 2% Smallwing Sedge 2% Big Bluestem 1.5% Baltic Rush 0.5% Colorado Rush Supplier: Pawnee Buttes Seed, Inc. 1.800.782.5947 info@pawneebutteseed.com 2.2 TOPSOIL A. Planting Soil: Onsite / Stockpiled topsoil. South Transit Center 02920 - 5 100% Construction Documents 1. Re-use surface soil stockpiled onsite (by others). Verify suitability of stockpiled soil to produce topsoil. Clean surface soil of roots, plants, sod, stone, clay lumps and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth. a. Supplement with imported or manufactured topsoil from off-site sources, when quantities are insufficient. See Item B. below. B. Planting Soil: Imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil from off-site sources. Obtain topsoil displaced from naturally well-drained construction or mining sites where topsoil occurs at least four inches (4”) deep; do not obtain from agricultural land, bogs or marshes. 1. Additional Properties of Imported Topsoil or Manufactured Topsoil: Screened and free of stones one-inch (1”) or larger in any dimension; free of roots, plants, sod, clods, clay lumps, pockets of coarse sand, paint, paint washout, concrete slurry, concrete layers or chunks, cement, plaster, building debris, oils, gasoline, diesel fuel, paint thinner, turpentine, tar, roofing compound, acid, and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth; free of obnoxious weeds and invasive plants including quackgrass, Johnsongrass, poison ivy, nutsedge, nimblewill, Canada thistle, bindweed, bentgrass, wild garlic, ground ivy, perennial sorrel, and bromegrass; not infested with nematodes, grubs, other pests, pest eggs, or other undesirable organisms and disease-causing plant pathogens; friable and with sufficient structure to give good tilth and aeration. Continuous, air-filled, pore-space content on a volume/volume basis shall be at least fifteen (15) percent when moisture is present at field capacity. Soil shall have a field capacity of at least fifteen (15) percent on a dry weight basis. 2. Mix imported topsoil or manufactured topsoil with the following soil amendments in the following quantities to produce planting soil in the Type 1 Seed Areas ONLY: a. See Organic Soil Amendments below. 2.3 ORGANIC SOIL AMENDMENTS A. Organic amendment shall be Class 1 as defined by the Rocky Mountain Region Organics Council. Amendments shall be used in planting its or Type 1 seed areas only. 2.4 FERTILIZER A. Fertilizer – not required as part of initial sod or seed installation. See “Turf Maintenance” below. 2.5 MULCHES A. Hydro Mulch for seeding operations: See Section 02550. 2.6 PESTICIDES AND HERBICIDES A. General: Pesticide, registered and approved by EPA, acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and of type recommended by manufacturer for each specific problem and as required for Project conditions and application. Do not use restricted pesticides unless authorized in writing by authorities having jurisdiction. B. Pre-Emergent Herbicide (Selective and Non-Selective): Effective for controlling the germination or growth of weeds within planted areas at the soil level directly below the mulch layer. EPA registered and approved, of type recommended by manufacturer for application. South Transit Center 02920 - 6 100% Construction Documents C. Post-Emergent Herbicide (Selective and Non-Selective): Effective for controlling weed growth that has already germinated. EPA registered and approved, of type recommended by manufacturer for application. 2.7 EROSION-CONTROL MATERIALS A. Erosion-Control Blankets: Biodegradable wood excelsior, straw, or coconut-fiber mat enclosed in a photodegradable plastic mesh. Include manufacturer's recommended stakes or staples as required. 1. Use of this product is solely at the Contractor‟s discretion and experience in providing the most useful way to hold the slope / swale and establishment of the specified seed mixes to the specified/expected tolerances indicated elsewhere in this specification. 2. Contractor to provide Manufacturer cut sheets / literature to the Owner‟s Representative, for approval, prior to placing product. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine areas to receive lawns and grass for compliance with requirements and other conditions affecting performance. B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities, trees, shrubs, and plantings from damage caused by planting operations. 1. Protect adjacent and adjoining areas from hydro-mulching overspray. 2. Protect grade stakes set by others until directed to remove them. B. Provide erosion-control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of soils and discharge of soil- bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways. 3.3 SOIL AND FINISHED GRADE PREPARATION A. Limit sub-grade preparation to areas to be planted with dryland seed or sod. Verify rough grading provided by the roadway project is within one-tenth of a foot. Verify major drainage channels are completed and in place. Do not start work until the site is acceptable. Once landscape grading has commenced, the landscape contractor shall be responsible for bringing all grading to final line and grade. B. Stockpiled Topsoil: Re-spread topsoil to a minimum depth of 4” in all areas to receive Type 1 seed only. Place topsoil during dry weather and on dry, unfrozen subgrade. Remove vegetable matter and foreign non-organic material from topsoil while spreading. C. Soil Amendment (compost): 1. Dryland and Riparian Seeded Areas: soil amendment is required in Type 1 seed areas only. South Transit Center 02920 - 7 100% Construction Documents D. Sub-grades: Loosen sub-grade to a minimum depth of twelve (12) inches overall (8” of existing subgrade and 4‟ of new topsoil). Remove stones and clods larger than one inch (1”) in any dimension and sticks, roots, rubbish, and other extraneous matter and legally dispose of them off Owner's property. Repeat cultivation in areas where equipment, used for hauling and spreading topsoil, has re-compacted subsoil. E. Finish / Fine Grading: Grade disturbed planting areas to a smooth, uniform surface plane with loose, uniformly fine texture. Grade to within plus or minus one-half (1/2) inch of finish elevation. Roll and rake, remove ridges, and fill depressions to meet finish grades. Limit finish grading to areas that can be planted in the immediate future. 1. In seeded areas, reduce elevation of finished surface to ½” below the adjacent pavement / curb elevation. F. Moisten prepared seed bed areas before planting if soil is dry. Water thoroughly and allow surface to dry before planting. Do not create muddy soil. G. Before planting, restore areas if eroded or otherwise disturbed after finish grading. 3.4 PREPARATION FOR EROSION-CONTROL MATERIALS A. Prepare area as specified in "Lawn Preparation" Article. B. For erosion-control blanket or mesh, install from top of slope, working downward, and as recommended by material manufacturer for site conditions. Fasten as recommended by material manufacturer. C. Moisten prepared area before planting if surface is dry. Water thoroughly and allow surface to dry before planting. Do not create muddy soil. 3.5 SEEDING A. Definitions. 1. Weeds: Include Dandelion, Jimsonweed, Quackgrass, Horsetail, Morning Glory, Rush Grass, Mustard, Lambsquarter, Chickweed, Cress, Crabgrass, Canadian Thistle, Nutgrass, Poison Oak, Blackberry, Tansy Ragwort, Bermuda Grass, Johnson Grass, Poison Ivy, Nut Sedge, Nimble Will, Bindweed, Bent Grass, Wild Garlic, Perennial Sorrel and Brome Grass. B. Seeding Rates: 1. Type 1 (Low Grow) - 5 lbs. / 1,000 sq.ft. 2. Type 2 (Low Grow Native) – 5 lbs. / 1,000 sq.ft. 3. Type 3 (Type 2 and Type 4) – 5 lbs. / 1,000 sq.ft. 4. Type 4 (Riparian) – 10 lbs. / 1,000 sq.ft. C. Seed areas indicated on Drawings and areas disturbed by construction. Re-work previously prepared areas that have become compacted or damaged by rains or traffic. D. Apply by means of a Brillion mechanical power drawn drill seeder to a maximum depth of ¼ inch followed by packer wheels or drag chains to provide smooth finish. Seed in 2 passes at right angles to one another. Sow half of the seed in each pass. Provide markers or other means to assure that the successive seeded strips will overlap or be separated by a space no greater than the space between rows planted by the equipment being used. South Transit Center 02920 - 8 100% Construction Documents E. Broadcast seed in areas that are inaccessible or too steep to drill or as indicated on plans. Broadcast seed in two (2) opposite directions. Spread seed with tackifier first then hydro mulch on top of seed. F. Restore fine grade after seeding as requested by the Owner‟s Representative. Cover seed to depth of 1/4 inch by raking or dragging. G. Firm seeded areas with a roller weighing maximum of one hundred (100) lbs. per foot of width. Seed application rates shall be as specified above. H. Hydro Mulching – See Section 02550. I. Do not sow immediately following rain, when ground is too dry, when ground is frozen or un-tillable, or during windy periods. J. Selection of the time of seeding shall be Contractor‟s responsibility, consistent with germination and erosion control requirements. 3.6 DRYLAND AND RIPARIAN SEEDED AREA MAINTENANCE A. Maintain and establish dryland and riparian seeded areas by watering, weeding, mowing, replanting, and other operations. Roll, re-grade, and replant bare or eroded areas and re-mulch. B. Seed Establishment Period: 1. Water seeded areas as needed, minimum of two (2) times per day, until seed 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 the notice of “Conditional Acceptance” given by the Owner‟s Representative in writing and continue until the turf is established. 3. Post “KEEP OFF GRASS” signs until seed is established. 4. Maintenance shall include watering and herbicide weed control as necessary. Do not apply herbicide before the first mowing, do not mow before the majority of seedlings have three leaf blades. 5. 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. Determina- tion 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 (2) 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. 6. 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 (1) square foot. All seeded grass areas which do not meet the satisfactory stand of growth qualification shall be re- seeded and mulched. C. Watering: Use sprinkler irrigation system to keep seed bed uniformly moist. 1. Schedule watering to prevent wilting, puddling, erosion, and displacement of seed or mulch. Lay out temporary watering system to avoid walking over muddy or newly planted areas. D. Provide weed control as required so that planting is reasonably free of weeds and undesirable grass species, diseases and insects. Utilize a broadleaf weed control product as required and a fall mowing to 6” depth during the fall season for additional weed control. See item 3.08 below. South Transit Center 02920 - 9 100% Construction Documents 3.7 WARRANTY / SATISFACTORY SEEDED AREAS A. Dryland or riparian installations shall meet the following criteria as determined by Owner‟s Representative: 1. Once the maintenance periods (See 1.8 – Maintenance Service above) are completed and seed establishment is accepted, the City Representative shall issue a written notice of Final Acceptance. The guarantee period extends for one (1) growing season after Final Acceptance. 3.8 HERBICIDE AND PESTICIDE APPLICATION A. Apply pesticides and other chemical products and biological control agents in accordance with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction and manufacturer's written recommendations. Coordinate applications with Owner's operations and others in proximity to the Work. Notify Owner before each application is performed. B. Post-Emergent Herbicides (Selective and Non-Selective): Apply only as necessary to treat already- germinated weeds and in accordance with manufacturer's written recommendations. 3.9 CLEANUP AND PROTECTION A. Promptly remove soil and debris, created by lawn work, from paved areas. Clean wheels of vehicles before leaving site to avoid tracking soil onto roads, walks, or other paved areas. B. Erect temporary fencing or barricades and warning signs as required to protect newly planted areas from traffic. Maintain fencing and barricades throughout initial maintenance period and remove after lawn is established. C. Remove non-degradable erosion-control measures after grass establishment period. END OF SECTION South Transit Center 02930-1 100% Construction Documents SECTION 02930 EXTERIOR PLANTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY A. Section Includes: 1. Trees. 2. Shrubs. 3. Ornamental Grasses. 4. Perennials. 5. Tree stabilization. 6. Organic Mulch – City of FC stockpiled material. 7. Inorganic (Rock) Mulch – Type 1 and Type 2. 8. Basalt Columns. 9. Steel Header. 10. Weed Barrier. 11. Organic Amendment (Compost). 12. Warranty. 13. Maintenance Service. B. Related Sections: 1. Section 01015, LEED Requirements. 2. Division 2 Section "Selective Clearing and Pruning" for protection of existing trees, topsoil stripping and stockpiling and site clearing. 3. Division 2 Section "Earthwork" for grading, excavation, sub-grade, soil stabilization and treatment, slope protection and surface contouring. 4. Division 2 Section “Grading” for constructing, shaping and finishing site earthwork. 5. Division 2 Section "Lawns and Grasses" for dry land and riparian seeding. 1.3 DEFINITIONS A. Backfill: The earth used to replace or the act of replacing earth in an excavation. B. Balled and Burlapped Stock: Exterior plants dug with firm, natural balls of earth in which they are grown, with ball size not less than diameter and depth recommended by ANSI Z60.1 for type and size of tree or shrub required; wrapped, tied, rigidly supported, and drum laced as recommended by ANSI Z60.1. C. Balled and Potted Stock: Exterior plants dug with firm, natural balls of earth in which they are grown and placed, unbroken, in a container. Ball size is not less than diameter and depth recommended by ANSI Z60.1 for type and size of exterior plant required. South Transit Center 02930-2 100% Construction Documents D. Clump: Where three or more young trees were planted in a group and have grown together as a single tree having three or more main stems or trunks. E. Container-Grown Stock: Healthy, vigorous, well-rooted exterior plants grown in a container with well-established root system reaching sides of container and maintaining a firm ball when removed from container. Container shall be rigid enough to hold ball shape and protect root mass during shipping and be sized according to ANSI Z60.1 for type and size of exterior plant required. F. Finish Grade: Elevation of finished surface of planting soil. G. Multi-Stem: Where three or more main stems arise from the ground from a single root crown or at a point right above the root crown. H. Sub-grade: Surface or elevation of subsoil remaining after completing excavation, or top surface of a fill or backfill, before placing planting soil. I. Sub-soil: All soil beneath the topsoil layer of the soil profile, and typified by the lack of organic matter and soil organisms. 1.4 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated. B. LEED Submittals: 1. Credit MR 5.1 and 5.2: Product data for regional materials indicating name, physical address and distance in miles (as the crow flies) from Project to the material manufacturer and point of extraction, harvest or recovery for each raw material. Include statement of cost for each regional material and the fraction by weight that is considered regional, excluding labor costs for installation. C. Samples for Verification: For each of the following: 1. Submit sample of each proposed in-organic and organic mulch type, in a 1 gallon plastic baggie. Provide name of Supplier and product name. 2. Samples of proposed organic mulch type NOT required. Material specified shall be provided by the City of Fort Collins Forestry Division. See 2.06 Mulches, this section for additional information. 3. Organic Amendment (compost) Analysis: Submit copies of amendment analysis from qualified soil testing laboratory. 4. Fertilizer: not required. 5. Landscape header: Submit a 1-foot long sample with a representative header stake and protective vinyl strip (if required). 6. Weed barrier: Submit brand name and model number/name of proposed weed barrier to be used. 7. Tree Stakes, Webbing and Rubber Protective Cap: Submit sample of each. 8. Basalt Column: Contractor shall submit photos of each column type/size specified at quarry/ material supplier for Owner‟s Representative to review and approve prior to delivery to the site. Contractor to provide a “ruler” in each photo to represent scale. D. Product Certificates: For each type of manufactured product, from manufacturer, and complying with the following: 1. Manufacturer's certified analysis for standard products. 2. Analysis of other materials by a recognized laboratory made according to methods established by the Association of Official Analytical Chemists, where applicable. South Transit Center 02930-3 100% Construction Documents E. Material Test Reports: For existing surface topsoil (if available) and/or imported topsoil if required. F. Planting Schedule: Indicating anticipated planting dates for exterior plants. G. Maintenance Instructions: Recommended procedures to be established by Owner for maintenance of exterior plants during a calendar year. Submit before expiration of required maintenance periods. H. Warranty: Sample of warranty. I. Maintenance Period: See Section 02935 – Plant Maintenance. 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Installer Qualifications: A qualified landscape installer whose work has resulted in successful establishment of exterior plants. 1. Installer's Field Supervision: Require Installer to maintain an experienced full-time supervisor on Project site when planting is in progress. B. Provide quality, size, genus, species, and variety of exterior plants indicated, complying with applicable requirements in ANSI Z60.1, "American Standard for Nursery Stock." 1. Selection of exterior plants purchased under allowances will be made by the City of Fort Collins Forester, who will tag plants at their place of growth before they are prepared for transplanting. C. Tree and Shrub Measurements: Measure according to ANSI Z60.1 with branches and trunks or canes in their normal position. Do not prune to obtain required sizes. Take caliper measurements 6 inches above the ground for trees up to 4-inch caliper size, and 12 inches above the ground for larger sizes. Measure main body of tree or shrub for height and spread; do not measure branches or roots tip-to- tip. D. Observation: City of Fort Collins‟ Forester will observe trees and shrubs either at place of growth or at site before planting for compliance with requirements for genus, species, variety, size, and quality. Owner‟s Representative or City Forester retains right to observe trees and shrubs further for size and condition of balls and root systems, insects, injuries, and latent defects and to reject unsatisfactory or defective material at any time during progress of work. Remove rejected trees or shrubs immediately from Project site. 1. Notify City of Fort Collins‟ Forester of sources of planting materials a minimum of seven (7) days in advance of delivery to site. 1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. Deliver exterior plants freshly dug. B. Do not prune trees and shrubs before delivery except as approved by Owners representative. Protect bark, branches, and root systems from sun scald, drying, sweating, whipping, and other handling and tying damage. Do not bend or bind-tie trees or shrubs in such a manner as to destroy their natural shape. Provide protective covering of exterior plants during delivery. Do not drop exterior plants during delivery and handling. C. Handle planting stock by root ball. South Transit Center 02930-4 100% Construction Documents D. Deliver exterior plants after preparations for planting have been completed and install immediately. If planting is delayed more than six hours after delivery, set exterior plants and trees in shade, protect from weather and mechanical damage, and keep roots moist. 1. Set balled stock on ground and cover ball with soil, peat moss, sawdust, or other acceptable material. 2. Do not remove container-grown stock from containers before time of planting. 3. Water root systems of exterior plants stored on-site with a fine-mist spray. Water as often as necessary to maintain root systems in a moist condition. 1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS A. Weather Limitations: Proceed with planting only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit planting to be performed according to manufacturer's written instructions and warranty requirements. B. Coordination with Turf: Plant trees and shrubs after finish grades are established and before planting turf or seeded areas unless otherwise acceptable to the City of Fort Collins. 1. When planting trees and shrubs after lawns, protect lawn areas and promptly repair damage caused by planting operations. 1.8 INSPECTIONS A. Site Inspection: 1. 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 re-vegetated 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 re-vegetation. 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. B. Pre-Planting Inspections: 1. Plant material shall be inspected by the City of Fort Collins‟ Forestry of an 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 re-inspected 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 warranty period. 2. Soil amendments, backfill mixes and mulches will be inspected at the site by the Owner's Representative before they are used in planting operations. 3. Obtain City Forester‟s review of staked locations of trees before digging for those plants occurs. Obtain Owner's Representatives review of the location of shrubs in their containers at the proposed locations before digging commences. Contact Owner's Representative at least two (2) days in advance. South Transit Center 02930-5 100% Construction Documents 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; 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 Warranty period shall begin. 4. Work requiring corrective action in the judgment of the Owner's Representative shall be performed within the first ten (10) days of the warranty period. Any work not performed within this time will require an equivalent extension of the warranty 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 City. 5. On occasion, cold weather may preclude the opportunity to replace dead plants, or the contractor may request replacement to be delayed to the following spring. The Owner's Representative may grant this extension. In the event an extension is granted, the replacement plants shall be installed no later than May 15th, and the warranty shall be extended to November 15th of the same year (one growing season). 6. Final approval and Substantial Completion notice will be given when all deficiencies are corrected. 1.9 WARRANTY A. Special Warranty: Installer's standard form in which Installer agrees to repair or replace plantings and accessories that fail in materials, workmanship, or growth within specified warranty period. 1. Failures include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Death and unsatisfactory growth, except for defects resulting from lack of adequate maintenance, neglect, abuse by Owner, or incidents that are beyond Contractor's control. b. Structural failures including plantings falling or blowing over. c. Faulty operation of tree stabilization. d. Deterioration of metals, metal finishes, and other materials beyond normal weathering. 2. Warranty Periods from Date of Substantial Completion: a. Trees and Shrubs: One (1) year. b. Perennials and Ornamental Grasses: One (1) year. 3. Include the following remedial actions as a minimum: a. Remove dead exterior plants immediately. Replace immediately unless required to plant in the succeeding planting season. b. Replace exterior plants that are more than 25 percent dead or in an unhealthy condition at end of warranty period. South Transit Center 02930-6 100% Construction Documents c. Provide extended warranty for replaced plant materials; warranty period equal to original warranty period. 1.10 MAINTENANCE SERVICE A. Initial Maintenance Service for Exterior Plants: Provide full maintenance by skilled employees of landscape Installer. Maintain as required in Part 3. Begin maintenance immediately after each area is planted and continue until plantings are acceptably healthy and well established, but for not less than maintenance period below. 1. Maintenance Period: Twelve (12) months from date of Substantial Completion. See Section 02935 – Plant Maintenance. PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 TREE AND SHRUB MATERIAL A. General: Furnish nursery-grown trees and shrubs complying with ANSI Z60.1, with healthy root systems developed by transplanting or root pruning. Provide well-shaped, fully branched, healthy, vigorous stock free of disease, insects, eggs, larvae, and defects such as knots, sun scald, injuries, abrasions, and disfigurement. B. Provide trees and shrubs of sizes, grades, and ball or container sizes complying with ANSI Z60.1 for types and form of trees and shrubs required. Trees and shrubs of a larger size may be used if acceptable to Owners representative, with a proportionate increase in size of roots or balls. C. Root-Ball Depth: Furnish trees and shrubs with root balls measured from top of root ball, which shall begin at root flare according to ANSI Z60.1 D. Label each tree and shrub with securely attached, waterproof tag bearing legible designation of botanical and common name. E. If formal arrangements or consecutive order of trees or shrubs is shown, select stock for uniform height and spread, and number label to assure symmetry in planting. 2.2 SHADE AND ORNAMENTAL TREES A. Shade Trees: Single-stem trees with straight trunk, well-balanced crown, and intact leader, of height and caliper indicated, complying with ANSI Z60.1 for type of trees required. 1. Provide balled and burlapped trees. 2. Branching Height: One-third to one-half of tree height. B. Ornamental Trees: Branched or pruned naturally according to species and type, with relationship of caliper, height, and branching according to ANSI Z60.1; stem form as follows: 1. Stem Form: Single trunk and Multi-trunk clump as indicated on the Drawings. 2. Provide balled and burlapped trees. South Transit Center 02930-7 100% Construction Documents 2.3 DECIDUOUS SHRUBS A. Form and Size: Shrubs with not less than the minimum number of canes required by and measured according to ANSI Z60.1 for type, shape, and height of shrub. 1. Provide container-grown shrubs in variety and sizes as indicated on the Drawings. 2.4 CONIFEROUS EVERGREENS A. Form and Size: Normal-quality, well-balanced, coniferous evergreens, of type, height, spread, and shape required, complying with ANSI Z60.1. B. Form and Size: Specimen quality as described, symmetrically shaped coniferous evergreens. 1. Shearing Designation: Natural, never sheared (N). 2. Provide balled and burlapped trees. 2.5 PLANTS A. Ornamental Grasses and Perennials: Provide healthy, disease-free plants of species and variety shown or listed, with well-established root systems reaching to sides of the container to maintain a firm ball, but not with excessive root growth encircling the container. Provide only plants that are acclimated to outdoor conditions before delivery. B. Perennials: Provide healthy, field-grown plants from a commercial nursery, of species and variety shown or listed, complying with requirements in ANSI Z60.1. C. Ornamental Grasses: Provide healthy, field-grown plants from a commercial nursery, of species and variety shown or listed, complying with requirements in ANSI Z60.1. D. Vines: Provide vines of species indicated complying with requirements in ANSI Z60.1 as follows: 1. Two-year old plants with heavy, well-branched tops, with not less than three (3) runners, eighteen inches (18”) or more in length, and with a vigorous well-developed root system. 2. Provide field-grown vines. Vines grown in pots or other containers of adequate size and acclimated to outside conditions will also be acceptable. 2.6 TOPSOIL A. Topsoil: ASTM D 5268, pH range of 5.5 to 7, a minimum of four-percent (4%) organic material content; free of stones one-inch (1”) or larger in any dimension and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth. Submit a minimum of two (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. 1. Topsoil Source: Reuse surface soil stockpiled on-site (by others). Verify suitability of stockpiled surface soil to produce topsoil. Clean surface soil of roots, plants, sod, stones, clay lumps, and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth. a. Supplement with imported or manufactured topsoil from off-site sources when quantities are insufficient. Obtain topsoil displaced from naturally well-drained construction or mining sites where topsoil occurs at least 4 inches deep; do not obtain from agricultural land, bogs or marshes. South Transit Center 02930-8 100% Construction Documents 2.7 ORGANIC SOIL AMENDMENTS A. Organic Amendment shall be Class 1, meeting the specifications and guidelines established by the Rocky Mountain Organics Council. 2.8 FERTILIZER A. Fertilizer for trees, shrubs, ornamental grasses and perennials: Not required. 2.9 MULCHES A. Organic Mulch: Free from deleterious materials and suitable as a top dressing of trees and shrubs, consisting of the following: 1. Type 1: Ground or shredded – no weed barrier required. a. Organic mulch material to be provided by the City of Fort Collins Forestry Division, located at Parks Maintenance Shop, 413 S. Bryan Avenue (near the City Park Golf Course), Fort Collins, 80521. Contact the City Forester (Ralph Zentz or Tim Buchanan) at 970.221.6361, to schedule material pickup. City will load the material into the Contractors vehicle for transport to the site. Contractor‟s pricing to include Contractor pickup at the above address, hauling material to the site and installation only. B. In-organic (Rock) Mulch: Hard, durable stone, washed free of loam, sand, clay, and other foreign substances, of following type, size range, and color: 1. Type 1: a. Washed, River Cobble. b. Size Range: 5” to 8” diameter. c. Color: Uniform tan-beige color range acceptable to Owners representative. d. In planting areas where slope is greater than or equal to 4:1, cobble shall be hand placed to ensure slope stability. 2. Type 2: a. Mexican Beach Pebbles b. Size Range: 5” to 8”. c. Color: Black. d. Supplier: 1). Coverall Stone, Inc. Website: www.coverallstone.com Phone: 800.779.3234 2). Approved substitute. 2.10 STONE FEATURES A. Basalt Columns: 1. Size Range: 15” – 18” diameter x length indicated on the Drawings. 2. Quantity: Three (3), or as indicated on the Drawings. South Transit Center 02930-9 100% Construction Documents 3. Contractor shall stake proposed locations, prior to placement, for review and approval by the Owner‟s Representative. 4. Supplier: a. Coverall Stone, Inc. Website: www.coverallstone.com Phone: 800.779.3234 b. Approved substitute. 2.11 WEED-CONTROL BARRIERS C. Mirafi 140, Typar 3341, or Polyspun 300 or approved equivalent. 2.12 TREE STABILIZATION MATERIALS A. Tree Stakes - 8 Foot long, 2" diameter Metal „t‟ stakes with Rubber End Protectors. B. Guy Anchors - 24" long metal "t" posts or approved equivalent. C. Guying and Staking Cord - 1/4" Diameter yellow nylon rope or 14AWG wire with 1/2" X 12" PVC sleeves. D. Webbing: 2"nylon webbing or rubberized cloth. No hose permitted. 2.13 LANDSCAPE HEADERS A. Steel Header: Standard commercial-steel header, rolled edge, fabricated in sections of standard lengths, with loops stamped from or welded to face of sections to receive stakes. 1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following: a. Ryerson Steel. b. Approved substitute. 2. Header Size: 3/32” wide by 4 inches deep. 3. Stakes: Tapered steel, a minimum of twelve inches (12”). 4. Accessories: Standard tapered ends, corners, and splicers. 5. Finish: Standard paint. B. Concrete Headers: not required. 2.14 MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS A. Anti-desiccant: Water-insoluble emulsion, permeable moisture retarder, film forming, for trees and shrubs. Deliver in original, sealed, and fully labeled containers and mix according to manufacturer's written instructions. B. Trunk-Wrap Tape: Two layers of crinkled paper cemented together with bituminous material, 4-inch wide minimum, with stretch factor of 33 percent. South Transit Center 02930-10 100% Construction Documents 2.15 PLANTING SOIL MIX A. Planter Pot / Raised Planter Soil Mix: not required. B. Planting Pit Backfill Soil Mix: Two (2) parts on-site soil, one (1) part soil amendment (compost). PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION A. Examine areas to receive exterior plants for compliance with requirements and conditions affecting installation and performance. B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. 3.2 PREPARATION A. Protect structures, utilities, sidewalks, pavements, and other facilities, and lawns and existing exterior plants from damage caused by planting operations. B. Provide erosion-control measures to prevent erosion or displacement of soils and discharge of soil- bearing water runoff or airborne dust to adjacent properties and walkways. C. Lay out individual tree and shrub locations and areas for multiple plantings. Stake locations, outline areas, adjust locations when requested, and obtain City of Fort Collins‟ Forester acceptance of layout before planting. Make minor adjustments as required. D. Trunk Wrapping: Inspect tree trunks for injury, improper pruning, and insect infestation; take corrective measures required before wrapping. Wrap all deciduous single trunk trees with trunk-wrap tape only during the fall season. Start at base of trunk and spiral cover trunk to height of first branches. Overlap wrap, exposing half the width, and securely attach without causing girdling. E. Apply anti-desiccant to trees and shrubs using power spray to provide an adequate film over trunks (before wrapping), branches, stems, twigs, and foliage to protect during digging, handling, and transportation. 1. If deciduous trees or shrubs are moved in full leaf, spray with anti-desiccant at nursery before moving and again two (2) weeks after planting. 3.3 PLANTING BED ESTABLISHMENT A. Loosen subgrade of planting beds to a minimum depth of 12 inches. Remove stones larger than one- inch (1”) in any dimension and sticks, roots, rubbish, and other extraneous matter and legally dispose of them off Owner's property. 1. Thoroughly blend planting soil mix off-site before spreading or spread topsoil, apply soil amendments and fertilizer on surface, and thoroughly blend planting soil mix. a. Delay mixing fertilizer with planting soil if planting will not proceed within a few days. 2. Spread organic amendment at a rate of 3 CY / 1,000 s.f. Do not spread if organic amendment or sub-grade is frozen, muddy, or excessively wet. South Transit Center 02930-11 100% Construction Documents B. Finish Grading: Grade planting beds to a smooth, uniform surface plane with loose, uniformly fine texture. Roll and rake, remove ridges, and fill depressions to meet finish grades. C. Before planting, restore planting beds if eroded or otherwise disturbed after finish grading. 3.4 EXCAVATION FOR TREES AND SHRUBS A. Pits and Trenches: Excavate circular pits with sides sloped inward. Trim base leaving center area, raised slightly to support root ball and assist in drainage. Do not further disturb base. Scarify sides of plant pit smeared or smoothed during excavation. 1. Excavate approximately two (2) times as wide as ball diameter for balled and burlapped stock. B. Sub-soil removed from excavations may be used as backfill, with the addition of one (1) part soil amendment (compost). C. Obstructions: Notify City of Fort Collins‟ Forester if unexpected rock or obstructions detrimental to trees or shrubs are encountered in excavations. D. Drainage: Notify Owner‟s Representative if subsoil conditions evidence unexpected water seepage or retention in tree or shrub pits. E. Fill excavations with water and allow to percolate away before positioning trees and shrubs. 3.5 TREE AND SHRUB PLANTING A. Before planting, verify that root flare is visible at top of root ball according to ANSI Z60.1. B. Set balled and burlapped stock plumb and in center of pit or trench with top of root ball two inches (2”) adjacent finish grades. 1. Remove burlap from tops of root balls and partially from sides, but do not remove from under root balls. Remove entire, of wire basket. Remove pallets, if any, before setting. Do not use planting stock if root ball is cracked or broken before or during planting operation. 2. Place planting soil mix around root ball in layers, tamping to settle mix and eliminate voids and air pockets. When pit is approximately one-half backfilled, water thoroughly before placing remainder of backfill. Repeat watering until no more water is absorbed. Water again after placing and tamping final layer of planting soil mix. C. Set container-grown stock plumb and in center of pit or trench with top of root ball two-inches (2”) above adjacent finish grades. 1. Carefully remove root ball from container without damaging root ball or plant. 2. Place planting soil mix around root ball in layers, tamping to settle mix and eliminate voids and air pockets. When pit is approximately one-half backfilled, water thoroughly before placing remainder of backfill. Repeat watering until no more water is absorbed. Water again after placing and tamping final layer of planting soil mix. D. Trunk Wrapping: Inspect tree trunks for injury, improper pruning, and insect infestation; take corrective measures required before wrapping. Wrap trees of 2-inch caliper and larger with trunk- wrap tape. Start at base of trunk and spiral cover trunk to height of first branches. Overlap wrap, exposing half the width, and securely attach without causing girdling. South Transit Center 02930-12 100% Construction Documents 3.6 TREE AND SHRUB PRUNING A. Remove only dead, dying, or broken branches. Do not prune for shape. Coordinate and verify any and all pruning and trimming with the City of Fort Collins‟ Forester, prior to commencing any of this work. 3.7 PLANT PLANTING A. Planting Beds Staking - Prior to planting any perennials, 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 sub-grade adjacent to headers as described above. C. Prepare soil as per Section 3.3 above, under “Planting Bed Establishment”. 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. Re-establish 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. 3.8 PLANTING BED MULCHING A. Install weed-control barriers before inorganic (rock) mulching beds only, according to Manufacturer's written instructions. Completely cover area to be rock mulched (or as described on the Drawings) overlapping edges a minimum of six-inches (6”). 1. Material and Seam Treatment: Non-woven fabric with seams pinned. B. Mulch backfilled surfaces of planting beds and other areas indicated. Provide mulch ring around trees in lawn areas. 1. Organic Mulch: Apply 3-inch average thickness of organic mulch, and finish level with adjacent finish grades. Do not place mulch against plant stems. Install organic mulch in all perennial and ornamental grass areas or as indicated on the Drawings. Landscape fabric is not required in organic mulch areas. 2. Inorganic (Rock) Mulch: a. Type 1 (5-8” Cobble) - Apply one-single layer compacted average thickness of rock mulch (ensure that 100% of the landscape fabric is covered), and finish level with adjacent finish grades. Do not place mulch against plant stems. Landscape fabric is required in all rock mulch areas. b. Type 2 (Mexican Beach Pebbles) – See detail on the Drawings. 3. Tree Rings: Apply 3-inch average thickness of organic mulch, in a minimum of 48” diameter circle and finish level with adjacent finish grades. Do not place mulch against plant stems. Landscape fabric is not required within tree ring areas. South Transit Center 02930-13 100% Construction Documents 3.9 HEADER INSTALLATION A. Steel Header: Install by laying out beds scaled from the Drawings. Stake, flag, or paint proposed beds prior to installation of header and obtain review of Owner's Representative of layout prior to installation. Install header plumb with grade and stake at minimum ten (10) foot intervals. Establish top of header one inch (1") above finish grade in turf areas. Install using straight lines or long smooth curves. Provide v-shaped drainage openings two inches (2”) wide and one inch (1”) depth at low points in the bed, at outlet point for drainage appurtenances such as downspouts including overflow drains and at ten (10) foot intervals maximum. Do not install steel header around mulch rings in lawn areas. 3.10 PLANT MAINTENANCE A. Tree and Shrub Maintenance: Maintain plantings by pruning, cultivating, watering, weeding, fertilizing, restoring planting saucers, adjusting and repairing stakes and guy supports, and resetting to proper grades or vertical position, as required to establish healthy, viable plantings. Spray or treat as required to keep trees and shrubs free of insects and disease. Restore or replace damaged tree wrappings. B. Continuously maintain plantings included in the Contract from the beginning of Contract work and during the progress of work. C. 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. 3.11 CLEANUP AND PROTECTION A. During planting, keep adjacent paving and construction clean and work area in an orderly condition. B. Protect exterior plants from damage due to landscape operations, operations by other contractors and trades, and others. Maintain protection during installation and maintenance periods. Treat, repair, or replace damaged plantings. 3.13 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 Repre- sentative prior to final inspection. 3.14 DISPOSAL A. Remove surplus soil and waste material, including excess subsoil, unsuitable soil, trash, and debris, and legally dispose of them off Owner's property. END OF SECTION South Transit Center 02935 - 1 100% Construction Documents SECTION 02935 PLANT MAINTENANCE PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SCOPE A. Complete landscape maintenance of designated areas as specified herein. During and at the end of the maintenance period, all plant material shall be in a healthy, growing condition. The Contractor shall provide all equipment, labor, and materials necessary for performing landscape maintenance and irrigation services according to the following specifications. The awarded Contractor shall be responsible for the full maintenance of the installed landscaping for ONE (1) year after final completion. B. The Contractor shall be required (by this contract) to enter into a separate maintenance agreement and the terms of that maintenance agreement spelled out in these project specifications. 1.02 QUALITY OF WORK A. All work shall be performed in accordance with the best landscape maintenance practices and irrigation management practices as per ALCC Best Management Practices and Green Co Best Management Practices 1.03 LOST AND FOUND ARTICLES A. The Contractor shall insure that all articles found by his employees while performing duties under this contract are turned in to the Project Manager. 1.04 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY FOR WORK A. The Contractor shall be responsible for all damages, losses or injuries that occur as a result of the fault or negligence of said Contractor or his employees in connection with the performance of this work. 1.05 PERSONNEL A. The Contractor shall furnish sufficient supervisory and working personnel capable of promptly accomplishing to the satisfaction of the City and on schedule all work required under this contract during regular and prescribed hours. The Contractor and his employees shall conduct themselves in a proper and efficient manner at all times. They shall cause the least possible annoyance to the public. B. The City may require the Contractor to remove from the work site any employee(s) deemed careless, incompetent, or otherwise objectionable, whose continued employment on the job is considered to be contrary to the best interests of the City. South Transit Center 02935 - 2 100% Construction Documents C. The Contractor shall have competent supervisors, who may be working supervisors, on the job at all times work is being performed, who are capable of discussing matters pertaining to this contract with the Project Manager. Adequate and competent supervision shall provide for all work done by the contractor's employees to ensure accomplishment of high quality work, which will be acceptable to the Project Manager. D. Each Contractor crew shall have at least one English-speaking crew chief able to translate directions to the remaining crewmembers. 1.06 COMPANY IDENTIFICATION A. The employees shall wear clothing that identifies them as employees of the Contractor's company at all times they are working under this contract. Company vehicles shall have a company-identifying marker prominently displayed. 1.07 SUBCONTRACTORS A. All persons engaged in the work will be considered employees of the Contractor. The Contractor shall be held directly responsible for the work of all employees. 1.08 REPAIRS TO FACILITIES A. All portions of existing structures, facilities, or equipment including irrigation systems, which are damaged or altered in any way, as a result of the Contractor's performance shall be repaired or replaced to a like new condition. The Contractor at no cost to the City shall perform all work of this kind. Repairs shall be made on the day of damage or alteration, unless otherwise directed by the City. 1.09 VANDALISM A. Existing structures, facilities, or equipment (including irrigation systems) which are damaged or altered in any way, including acts of God, vandalism, vehicular damage, theft, or other mysterious damages that are not a result of the Contractor, shall be repaired at City expense by the Contractor on a time and materials basis. This does not include any irrigation riser and nipples that shall be repaired as routine maintenance. 1.10 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS A. All work performed under this contract shall be in such a manner as to provide maximum safety to the public and where applicable comply with all safety standards required by OSHA. The Project Manager reserves the right to stop the Contractor or his crews when unsafe or harmful acts are observed or reported relative to the performance of work under this contract. 1.11 HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS A. The City will be responsible for all hazards in the contract areas that are not a result of the Contractor's work. The City will not be responsible for hazards created by the negligence or South Transit Center 02935 - 3 100% Construction Documents omissions of the Contractor. Any hazardous condition noted by the Contractor, which is not a result of his work shall be immediately reported to the Project Manager. 1.12 TRAFFIC CONTROL A. The Contractor shall conduct the work at all times in a manner that will not interfere with normal pedestrian traffic on adjacent sidewalks. Interference with vehicular traffic shall be in accordance with the City's traffic control policies and regulations. 1.13 MAINTENANCE PERFORMANCE INSPECTIONS A. The City will inspect all areas under this contract for adherence to the specifications. Any deficiencies or deviations in the work will be submitted to the Contractor for immediate correction. 1.14 PAYMENT PROCESS A. The Contractor will be paid monthly for work performed satisfactorily under this contract. Within the first five (5) days of the month, the Contractor shall submit a detailed report of maintenance performed in the prior month. The report shall include (but not limited to) the following information: number of complete mowings, number of complete irrigation inspections, schedule changes, major work to be performed in the coming month, and any other pertinent information. The use of pesticides or fertilizations shall be noted as to date, time, area and what material was used. This report shall be accompanied by a billing in accordance with the contract price for the work performed and shall become the basis for payment. The City may withhold payment to such extent as may be necessary to protect the City from loss due to work required in the specifications which is defective, inadequate, incomplete or not performed. 1. See Work Evaluation Standards below. 2. Contractor shall be required to continue payment and performance bonds until the end of the maintenance agreement. 1.15 SCHEDULING OF WORK A. The Contractor shall accomplish all normal landscape maintenance required under this contract between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday. No maintenance functions that generate excessive noise shall be performed before 8:00 a.m. in residential areas (i.e. mowing). B. The Contractor must also have the ability to respond to an urgent call within 45 minutes or less of receiving the call. C. The Contractor shall establish a schedule of routine work to be followed in the performance of this contract. A copy of this schedule shall be provided to the City at the pre-work meeting and updated with the monthly submittal. PART 2 - PRODUCTS Not Used. South Transit Center 02935 - 4 100% Construction Documents PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 IRRIGATION A. General: Irrigation shall be accomplished by the use of automatic sprinkler systems. B. Time of Operation: The automatic sprinkler systems shall operate between the hours of 10:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. only. System checks may be run during the day and time shall be kept to a minimum. No make up watering will be allowed during the day. Newly planted sod or seed may be watered up to twice during the day, but only with irrigation zones needed. During periods of drought, predetermined city schedules may take precedence. C. Water Application Rates: The programming of all irrigation controllers shall be scheduled by a Certified Irrigation Technician with one or more of the following, certifications: "Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado" CLT-Irrigation, "Irrigation Association", Landscape Water Auditor, or "Irrigation Association" Certified Irrigation Designer. The irrigation controllers shall be adjusted monthly to meet monthly ETs (evaporation transpiration) averages. 1. Turf shall be irrigated to maintain horticulturally acceptable growth and color while encouraging deep rooting. Trees and shrubs shall be watered to prevent wilting and color loss. Water shall be applied so that runoff is avoided and applied to match the needs of the turf, tree or shrub bed being irrigated. Daily watering shall be avoided, every third day irrigation is recommended. Turf that shows signs of drought stress (foot printing), wilting or browning shall receive immediate attention. Any loss of turf shall require re-seeded at the Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall submit a scheduling report with scheduling criteria and each controller's operating schedule. 2. Water use on seeded areas shall be monitored and excessive water use as determined by the Project Manager shall be at the Contractor's expense. D. Tree and Shrub Bed Irrigation: Trees shall be watered so that they receive 40 gallons of water a week during May, June, July, August and the first two (2) weeks of September. Shrubs shall receive 5 gallons of water per week during the same time frame. 1. Schedules may need to be adjusted at the request of the Forestry Division. Mature areas that have irrigation systems may not have this requirement, at the discretion of the Project Manager. E. Water Conservation and Restrictions: Watering schedules must meet restrictions set forth by City of Fort Collins Utilities. Any fines or penalties due to failure to follow watering restrictions will be the responsibility of the Contractor. This is even more important in times of drought. F. Operation of Automatic Irrigation Controllers: The Contractor shall protect the security of irrigation controllers by keeping the controller cabinet doors locked at all times. Any stolen or vandalized controllers as a result of unlocked cabinets shall be replaced at Contractor's expense. Remote control and hand held programmers shall be protected from and shall be replaced at Contractor's expense in case of loss or damage. Care should be exercised in the operation of automatic controllers. Any defective or nonfunctioning controller shall be reported to the Project Manager G. Routine System Maintenance: The Contractor shall perform routine maintenance on the sprinkler system components on an every week to ten (10) day cycle. Routine maintenance shall include the following maintenance tasks: South Transit Center 02935 - 5 100% Construction Documents 1. Unplugging components i.e. valves, heads, piping, etc. rendered nonfunctional due to rock, rust, debris, etc. Making all routine arc adjustments for part circle heads to promote optimum coverage. 2. Check controller programming and rescheduling as needed (refer to 3.01, C. Water Application Rates, above). 3. Repairing/replacing all broken risers and nipples. This applies to all risers and nipples regardless of reason for failure. 4. Replacing batteries in controllers each spring and as needed. 5. Any replacement equipment or parts must be of the same brand, model number, nozzle size and new unless authorized by the Project Manager. The Contractor shall maintain sprinkler systems in such a way as to insure proper coverage and full working capability. H. Sprinkler System Repair: Throughout the 24-month extended maintenance period, repair work shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. I Spring Startup: The Project Manager will schedule water turn-on through the Water Utility. Contractor is not to turn any curb stop or street water valve. The Contractor shall turn on each sprinkler system at the meter. Mainlines shall be filled slowly and each zone activated by use of the automatic controller visually inspecting each head for performance and coverage. Repairs will be made prior to system being used for irrigation purposes. Visually inspect each backflow device for proper operation. J. Winterization: The Project Manager will schedule water turn-off through the Water Utility. 1. The Contractor shall turn off the sprinkler system at the meter. 2. Air shall be forced through the system via the blowout tubes on the systems. Air shall pass through each system expelling all water. Care shall be taken when blowing out, as excessive pressure will damage the sprinkler system. It is recommended that air pressure does not exceed normal irrigation system operation pressures. 3. Backflow device ball valves should be left in a partial open or partial closed position to prevent damage from trapped water that will freeze. 4. A second blowout may be necessary on larger systems. 5. Contractor will be responsible for any freeze damage. 6. Winterization should be scheduled no later than October 31 (smaller systems and backflow devices will freeze rapidly). 7. Do not wrap backflow devices with insulation. 3.02 MOWING A. Irrigated Turf Grass Mowing: N/A. B. Mowing Frequency of Irrigated Turf Grass: N/A. C. Mowing Frequency of Non-Irrigated Turf Grass: Mowing shall be performed depending on the growth of the turf. This turf will grow rapidly in the early season and go dormant with the heat of summer and may pick up again in the cool of fall. The last mowing should be timed to either pick up or mulch the remaining leaves of the season. The Contractor should plan on five (5) mowings scheduled approximately as follows: April – no mowing required. May one (1) time. June one (1) time. July one (1) time. August one (1) time. South Transit Center 02935 - 6 100% Construction Documents September one (1) time. October – no mowing required. TOTAL = five (5) times 3.03 EDGING AND TRIMMING A. Turf Grass Trimming: N/A. B. Weed Eater Care: Extreme care shall be utilized when trimming around trees with any trimming device. Any marks, chipped bark, or girdling by a string trimmer, mower or other device will result in a penalty assessed by the Project Manager. The use of herbicides (i.e. Roundup) around the tree trunks (no wider than eighteen (18) inches from the base) is encouraged. C. A representative from the Forestry Division is available to meet with Contractor personnel to discuss turf trimming around trees and its effects on trees. The Project Manager will discuss the resulting penalties with the Contractor. 3.04 CLIPPINGS AND REMOVAL A. Cleanup: Any visible grass clippings left on sidewalks, streets, or seeded areas shall be removed from the hard surfaces and excess in the turf shall be removed or spread to eliminate dead spots from heavy seed foliage clippings. This shall be done after each mowing and trimming. B. Removals: If clippings are picked up due to heavy clumps they shall be removed to an approved site, preferably for mulching. However, it is recommended that grass catchers not be used as it causes loss of turf nutrients. 3.05 WEED CONTROL A. Within Seeded Grass Areas: All landscaped areas within the specified maintenance areas shall be kept free of weeds. (WEEDS =Any plant material not intended for placement in the landscape.) Weeding may be done manually or by the use of selective herbicide (2-4 D) and or pre-emergent. The use of any restricted herbicides or soil sterilant is prohibited. The Contractor shall use extreme care in the use of herbicides so as not to damage desirable plants or the health of other humans or animals. The Contractor shall post all areas with flags to indicate that a herbicide application has taken place (include the company name and contact phone number). 1. The flags shall be picked up three (3) working days after the herbicide application. Observation of the effectiveness of the herbicide shall be monitored at this time. The Contractor shall follow any and all State, County or local regulations pertaining to herbicide application and use, or any weed ordinances that may be in effect. 2. The Contractor will replace any desirable plants or trees damaged beyond recovery as a result of herbicide use. Herbicide use should not take place within the drip line of any tree. Herbicide applications should be made on a timely basis to avoid seed head development. Only one (1) broadleaf weed application shall be required per year for irrigated seeded areas. All herbicide applications shall be recorded for the monthly report. South Transit Center 02935 - 7 100% Construction Documents B. Weed Control within Shrub Beds: Weed growth in shrubs and shrub beds shall be controlled on a minimum monthly basis. Weeds and grass shall be removed by hand pulling Large mulched areas may be approved for herbicide applications. Shrub beds shall be kept weed and debris free. 3.06 LITTER, TRASH, DEBRIS AND PRUNING A. General: All areas covered under this contract shall be kept free of all trash, debris, tree limbs, branches, and other foreign matter on a weekly basis during the growth season and biweekly during the winter. B. Pre-mowing Cleanup: The Contractor will remove all paper, tree branches and limbs, rubbish, or other debris from each area prior to mowing. Mowing over paper and debris is considered an unsafe and unacceptable practice. C. Spring Cleanup: The Contractor during the first four weeks shall remove all debris, leaves, paper, branches, rubbish, etc. from all areas before any other maintenance activities commence. D. Fall Cleanup: During the term of this contract, leaves shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Removal or approved mowing with a mulching mower (attachment) shall be the methods used to control the build up of falling leaves. The final mowing of the season shall be after 90% of leaves have fallen to promote a well cared for looking turf. Leaves must be removed from all shrub beds and areas where leaves collect on both medians and parkways. E. Tree Sucker Growth: Suckers shall be removed from trees as they appear. Clipping them off shall be the preferred method or as directed by Forestry Division personnel. F. Shrub Pruning: Shrubs and bushes shall be kept trimmed so that they hold a compact shape and do not extend outside the median line or over splash block. G. Tree Pruning: The City shall do all tree pruning. The Project Manger shall request any trees that need to be pruned for safety of Contractor personnel through the City Forestry Division. Contractor shall request all tree pruning through the Project Manager. 3.07 WORK EVALUATION STANDARDS A. Work Rating: The quality of work and performance are important to the City and reflect on the City and Contractor. To establish compliance with the specifications found above, the following penalties shall be used in case of insufficient performance by the Contractor. The Project manager shall rate the quality and performance. B. Penalties: A penalty shall be invoked when an inspection report reveals a maintenance item (i.e. mowing, trimming, sprinkler maintenance, weeding, trash pickup, etc.) was done unsatisfactorily in accordance with the standards set forth in this specification. The Contractor will be given a minimum of two (2) working days to correct the deficient work. If the work after this time period remains unsatisfactory, the following percentage of the total calculated monthly billing would be deducted as penalty: 1. Number of Deficient Degree of Penalty Maintenance Operations 1 - 5% of monthly billing 2 - 10% of monthly billing 3 - 15% of monthly billing South Transit Center 02935 - 8 100% Construction Documents 4 - 20% of monthly billing 5 or more - 25% of monthly billing 2. At the point of more than five (5) deficient operations, the Contractor may be found in default of the contract and removed for no cause. 3. Damage to trees by string trimmers or mowers will be penalized at $25.00 per occurrence. If the Project Manager were notified prior to an inspection notice, the penalty would be reduced to $10.00. Any penalties would be deducted from the next monthly billing. C. Money withheld as a penalty from any monthly payment due the Contractor will be considered a forfeiture on the part of the Contractor and not recoverable. D. The intent of this contract is to provide a well maintained landscape with regard to the specifications. Adherence to the specifications will make it unnecessary to invoke penalties. END OF SECTION 03300 - 1 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD SECTION 03300 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 WORK INCLUDED A. Furnish and install cast-in-place concrete for pad footings, foundations and slabs-on-grade for the prefabricated secure bicycle structure. All concrete work required as a part of this Section shall be furnished and installed as a subcontract to the prefabricated structure contractor. B. Furnish and place granular sub-base under slabs-on-grade. C. Furnish and install steel bar reinforcing as detailed on the Drawings or required by the prefabricated steel structure manufacturer's design. D. Finishing and application of integral surfacing as scheduled, curing and sealing of slabs. E. Furnishing and placing joint materials. F. Related work specified elsewhere: 1. Section 13122, Prefabricated Secure Bicycle Structure: Structural steel design and requirements for concrete foundation and slab-on-grade design. G. Related work specified elsewhere (by reference): 1. Section 13122, Prefabricated Secure Bicycle Structure. 1.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Reference Standards: Conform to the current requirements of applicable portions of standards, codes and specifications, except where more stringent requirements are shown or specified. 1. ACI 301, "Specification for Structural Concrete for Buildings". 2. ACI 347, "Recommended Practice for Concrete Formwork". 3. ACI 315, "Manual of Standard Practice for Detailing Reinforced Concrete Structures". 4. ACI 318, "Building Code Requirements for Reinforcing Concrete". 5. ACI 304, "Recommended Practice for Measuring, Mixing, Transporting and Placing Concrete". 6. ACI 305, "Recommended Practice for Hot Weather Concreting". 7. ACI 306, "Recommended Practice for Cold Weather Concreting". 8. ASTM C94, "Standard Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete". 9. ASTM C33, "Standard Specification for Concrete Aggregates". 10. ASTM C150, "Standard Specification for Portland Cement". 11. ASTM C260, "Standard Specification for Air-Entraining Admixtures for Concrete". 12. ASTM C494, "Standard Specification for Chemical Admixtures for Concrete". 13. ASTM C618, "Standard Specification for Fly Ash and Raw or Calcined Natural Pozzolan for Use as a Mineral Admixture in Portland Cement Concrete". 14. Applicable provisions of the codes referenced in Section 01060, or as adopted by any jurisdiction with authority over this Project. B. Contractor Quality Assurance Program: Contractor shall have in place a quality assurance program to monitor the composition of the ready-mixed concrete provided for this project. The quality assurance program shall detail: 1. Quality and types of aggregates, cement, mineral admixtures, chemical admixtures and water. 2. Batching of these materials, including properties of the batched mix(es). 3. Delivery and placement requirements for the batched mix(es). 4. Regular contractor monitoring and testing of batched materials. C. Contractor shall employ an experienced and competent foreman for all concrete work. The foreman shall be thoroughly familiar with all phases of concrete construction, including formwork. Upon request submit records of qualifications and experience of the foreman to the Architect. D. All concrete work which does not conform to specified requirements, including strength, tolerances and finishes, shall be corrected or removed and replaced as directed by the Archi- 03300 - 2 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD tect/Engineer, at the Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall also be responsible for the cost of corrections to any other work affected by or resulting from correction to concrete work and for any additional testing of work in place which may be required. 1.03 SUBMITTALS A. Mix Design: Submit proposed mix design(s) in accordance with ACI 301 for approval by the Architect/Engineer. Submit written design mix reports for each class of concrete at least fifteen (15) days prior to start of work. Include the following in each report: 1. Project identification. 2. Concrete class. 3. Specified properties for concrete. 4. Source of concrete aggregate and cement. 5. Cement type and brand. 6. Manufacturer and brand name of admixtures. 7. Proportions of concrete mixed per cubic yard. 8. Required strength qualification data for each property specified for design mix in accordance with ACI 301. 9. Unit weight. B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data with application and installation instructions for proprietary materials and items, including reinforcement and forming accessories, admixtures, patching compounds, joint systems, color additives, sealers, hardener and finishing compounds. C. Certificates: 1. Sieve analysis of fine and coarse aggregates. 2. Certification of appropriate use for hardening and sealing products, as specified in paragraph 2.05. D. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for all reinforcing steel larger than #3 bars, indicating bending and cutting, preformed corners and intersections. Comply with ACI 315 showing bar schedules, stirrup or tie spacing, diagrams of bent bars, arrangement and assemblies as required for the fabrication and placement of concrete reinforcement. E. Contractor shall retain for Owner’s review, if requested, all delivery tickets for each load delivered to the site. Tickets shall show truck number, concrete strength, cement brand and type, cement content, water content (also expressed as water/cement ratio), amount of course aggregate and fine aggregate, name and amount of admixture, number of yards delivered, time of arrival at site and mixing time. 1.04 INSPECTION A. Provide free access for the Owner to locations where concrete materials are stored, proportioned or mixed. Do not place concrete until forming and reinforcing for a given pour has been approved by the Owner. B. Provide minimum 48 hours advance notice for inspection to the Owner, but ensure that forming and reinforcing are substantially complete at the time of notification. 1.05 TESTING A. Inspection and testing of concrete mix will be performed by an independent testing agent approved by the Owner. Testing fees shall be paid by the Owner. B. Provide free access to work and cooperate with the appointed firm. C. Submit proposed concrete mix design to the inspection and testing firm for review prior to commencement of work. D. Field Quality Control Testing: Perform sampling and testing for field quality control during the placement of concrete, as follows: 1. Sampling Fresh Concrete: ASTM C172, except modified for slump to comply with ASTM C94. 2. Slump: ASTM C143; one (1) test for each set of compressive strength test specimens. 03300 - 3 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 3. Air Content: ASTM C231, pressure method, one (1) test each set of compressive test specimens, or when the indication of change requires. 4. Compression Test Specimens: ASTM C31; one (1) set of four (4) standard cylinders for each compressive strength test, unless otherwise directed. 5. Cast and store cylinders for laboratory cured test specimens and field-cured test specimens as specified in ASTM C31. E. Compressive Strength Tests: 1. ASTM C39: One (1) set for each 50 cu. yds. or fraction thereof of each mix design placed in any one day, or for each 5,000 sq. ft. of surface area placed; one (1) specimen tested at seven (7) days, two (2) specimens tested at 28 days, and one (1) specimen retained in reserve for later testing if required. 2. When the frequency of testing will provide less than three (3) strength tests for a given mix design, conduct testing from at least five (5) randomly selected batches or from each batch if fewer than three (3) are used. 3. Report test results in writing to the Owner, Architect, Structural Engineer, Contractor and ready-mix supplier on the same day that tests are made. Reports of compressive strength tests shall contain the project identification name and number, date of concrete placement, the name of contractor, name of the concrete supplier and truck number, name of the concrete testing service, concrete type and class, location of concrete batch in the structure, design compressive strength at 28 days, concrete mix proportions and materials, compressive breaking strength and type of break for both 7- day tests and 28-day tests. 4. The testing agency will make additional tests of in-place concrete when test results indicate the specified concrete strengths and characteristics have not been attained in the structure, as directed by the Architect/Engineer. The testing agency shall conduct tests to determine the strength and other characteristics of the in-place concrete by compression tests on cored cylinders complying with ASTM C42, by load testing specified in ACI 318 or other acceptable non-destructive testing methods, as directed. The Contractor shall pay for this additional testing. F. Slump Test: One (1) slump test will be taken for each set of test cylinders taken. G. Air Entrainment Test: One (1) air entrainment test will be taken for each set of test cylinders taken. H. Temperature: Test hourly when air temperature is 40 F and below, and when 80 F and above and each time a set of compression test specimens are made. 1.06 EVALUATION OF QUALITY CONTROL TESTING A. Do not use concrete delivered to the final point of placement which has slump or total air content outside the specified values. B. Compressive strength tests for laboratory-cured cylinders will be considered satisfactory if the averages of all sets of three (3) consecutive compressive strength tests results equal or exceed the 28-day design compressive strength of the type or class of concrete and no individual strength test falls below the required compressive strength by more than 500 psi. C. If the compressive strength tests fail to meet the minimum requirements specified, the concrete represented by such tests will be considered deficient in strength and subject to additional testing as herein specified or removal and replacement of the concrete which the test represents. 1.07 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Store cement in watertight enclosures and protect against dampness, contamination and warehouse set. B. Stockpile aggregates to prevent excessive segregation or contamination with other materials or other sizes of aggregates. Use only one (1) supply source for each aggregate stockpile. C. Store admixtures to prevent contamination, evaporation or damage. Protect liquid admixtures from freezing or harmful temperature ranges. D. Deliver reinforcement to site in strongly tied bundles with metal tags corresponding to bar schedules and diagrams. Store on the site free of rust, scale, oil or other coating. Store bars 03300 - 4 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD off the ground and protect from moisture, dirt, oil or deleterious coatings. E. If concreting is delayed for any considerable period of time after reinforcement is in place, it shall be protected by suitable covering. F. Allow a maximum of 90 minutes between the time water is added and the time the concrete is completely placed. 1.08 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS A. Environmental Requirements: Do not place concrete during rain, sleet or snow, unless adequate protection is provided. Do not allow rainwater to increase the mixing water or damage the surface finish. B. Cold Weather Concreting: 1. Refer to ACI 306, "Recommended Practice for Cold Weather Concreting". 2. Temperature of concrete when placed shall not be less than the following: Minimum Concrete Temp. Degrees Air Temp. F Section with Least Dimension Degrees F Under 12" 12" and Over 30 to 45 60 50 0 to 30 65 55 Below 0 70 60 3. When placed, heated concrete shall not be warmer than 80 F. 4. Prior to placing concrete, all ice, snow, surface and subsurface frost shall be removed and the temperature of the surfaces to be in contact with the new concrete shall be raised above 35 F. 5. Protect the concrete from freezing during specified curing period. 6. Heated enclosures shall be strong and windproof to ensure adequate protection of corners, edges and thin sections. Do not permit heating units to locally heat or dry the concrete. Do not use combustion heaters during the first 24 hours, unless the concrete is protected from exposure to exhaust gases which contain carbon dioxide. C. Hot Weather Concreting: 1. Refer to ACI 305, "Recommended Practice for Hot Weather Concreting". 2. Take precautions when the ambient air temperature is 90 F or above. Temperature of concrete when placed shall not exceed 85 F. 3. Cool forms and reinforcing to a maximum of 90 F by spraying with water prior to placing concrete. 4. Do not use cement that has reached a temperature of 270 F or more. 5. Do not place concrete when the evaporation rate (actual or anticipated) equals or exceeds 0.20 pounds per sq. ft. per hour. 6. Approved set-retarding and water-reducing admixtures may be used with the Archi- tect/Engineer's approval when ambient air temperature is 90 F or above to offset the accelerating effects of high temperatures. 1.09 WARRANTIES A. Provide Installer’s written warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, and subgrade failure for a period of one (1) year from final acceptance. Owner’s Representative shall determine needs for repairs or replacement, and his/her decision shall be final and obligatory upon the Contractor. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 CONCRETE MATERIALS A. Portland Cement: ASTM C150, Type II. Use only one (1) brand of cement in any individual 03300 - 5 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD structure. B. Fine Aggregate: Clean, sharp, natural sand conforming to ASTM C33. C. Coarse Aggregate for Normal Weight Concrete: Clean, strong crushed gravel or stone conforming to ASTM C33. Gradation shall be as specified under concrete mixes. D. Water: Clean, fresh potable supply, free from oil, acid, alkali, organic materials or other deleterious substances. E. Admixtures: Use only when specified or approved by the Owner. 1. Air-Entraining Agent: ASTM C260, manufactured by Master Builders MBVR, Sika AER, Grace Darex AEA, Protex, or equal. 2. Non-Chloride Accelerator: ASTM C494, Type C or E. 3. Retarder: ASTM C494, Type B or D. 4. Water Reducer: ASTM C494, Type A, manufactured by Master Builders Pozzo-Lith, Grace WRDA, Protex PDA 25XL, Sika Plastocrete, or equal. 5. Fly Ash: ASTM C618, Class C or F. 6. Calcium chloride or admixtures containing calcium chloride are specifically prohibited. 7. Color Additive: None. 8. Fiber Reinforcing: Polypropylene fiber reinforcing, specified in Section 03200. 2.02 FORMWORK FOR CONCRETE A. Exposed Concrete: Construct all formwork for exposed concrete surfaces with prefabricated sections of metal-framed/plywood-faced, metal or plastic panel-type materials to provide continuous, straight, smooth, solid exposed surfaces. Furnish in largest practicable sizes to minimize number of joints. Do not use any forms having defects on contact surfaces. 1. Plywood forms will only be acceptable upon specific approval of the Architect, and then only after visual inspection on the job site. 2. Plywood for facing of metal framed formwork shall be sufficiently thick to withstand pressure of wet concrete without bow or deflection but shall not be less than 5/8" thick, complying with U.S. Product Standard PS-1, "B-B High Density Overlaid Concrete Form, Class 1", or "B-B Exterior Type DFPA Plyform, Class 1". B. Unexposed Concrete: Form concrete for pad footings and other unexposed locations with plywood, boards, metal or other acceptable material. Provide lumber that is dressed on at least two (2) edges and one (1) side for a tight fit. 1. Earthen or trenched forms shall not be used for vertical formwork. 2.03 CONCRETE REINFORCING MATERIALS A. Bars: ASTM A615 or ASTM A706, 60 KSI, deformed billet steel bars, plain finish, as indicated on the Drawings. Bars shall be free of scale or other bond-reducing coatings. B. Ties, Stirrups and Field Bent Bars: #3 or smaller, may be ASTM A615, 40 KSI. C. Welded Wire Fabric: ASTM A185 or A497, plain type in flat sheets, plain finish, welded intersections, in sizes as indicated on the Drawings. Use of coiled rolls shall only be permitted when approved by the Structural Engineer. D. Fiber Reinforcing: Collated, fibrillated polypropylene fiber, Fiber Mesh I, Fiber Mesh, Inc., Chattanooga, TN, or equal. 2.04 CONCRETE BONDING AGENTS A. Provide an aqueous phase, film forming, freeze-thaw resistant compound suitable for brush or spray application, complying with Military Specification MIL-B-19235. 1. Chem Master Polyweld, Grace Daraweld-PBA, Larson Weldcrete, Euclid Eucoweld, Protex Proweld-D, or equal. B. Provide a two-component all-purpose epoxy bonding agent for structural repair or corrections. 1. Protex Probond ET-150, Sika Colma-Dur, or equal. 2.05 JOINT FILLERS AND ACCESSORY MATERIALS A. Premolded Joint Fillers: In joints caulked or sealed with silicone or thiokol-based compound, 03300 - 6 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD filler shall be non-bituminous, non-extruding, conforming to ASTM D1752. In all other joints, filler shall be bituminous type conforming to ASTM D1751. Filler shall be 1/2" thick, unless otherwise indicated. 1. Non-Bituminous Filler: Sonoflex F by Sonneborne or equal. B. Bond Breaker: Where shown on the Drawings or required by the work, provide minimum two (2) layers 15-lb. non-bituminous felt bond breaker. C. Column Isolation Joints: Joints around columns may be formed with minimum 30# non- bituminous building felt left in place with neatly trimmed top edge or approved joint filler material. D. Keyways: Provide nominal 1-1/2" deep formed keyways in all construction "cold" joints in cast- in-place concrete walls, slabs and joints between walls and slabs, as shown on the Drawings. E. Release Agent: Provide commercial formulated synthetic resin or oil-type form coating compounds that will not bond with or adversely affect concrete surfaces and will not impair subsequent finish treatment of surfaces, manufactured by Protex Pro-Coat, Euclid Eucoslip, J & P Tex-Mastic or approved equal. 1. Contractor shall ensure that release agent is compatible with the finish requirements of concrete to be exposed to view. 2.06 CONCRETE CURING MATERIALS A. Provide moisture-retaining cover of waterproof sheet materials complying with ASTM C171, Type I or Type II, polyethylene sheeting complying with AASHO M-171, polyethylene coated burlap. - or, at Contractor's option - A. Provide membrane-forming curing compound conforming to ASTM C309, Type I, specified below. Where used, curing compound must be compatible with applied finishes. 2.07 HARDENING, SEALING AND FINISH MATERIALS A. General: Apply all hardening, sealing and finishing treatments in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. Refer to the schedule below for applications. Supplier/Installer of slab finish materials shall certify that materials specified and/or furnished for this project are appropriate for use in the specified applications, for the following criteria: 1. Compatibility of finish material with concrete mix specified. 2. Compatibility of finish material with type and degree of weather exposure. 3. Compatibility of finish material with expected use of space. 4. Compatibility of finish material with expected exposure to chemical, acid, oil, fat or other deleterious material. B. Liquid Acrylic-Based Curing, Sealing and Dustproofing: Kure-N-Seal by Sonneborne or equal. VOC not to exceed 350 g/L. C. Liquid Chemical Hardener: Lapidolith by Sonneborne or equal. VOC not to exceed 350 g/L. 1. Color: White or gray, as scheduled. D. Approved Manufacturers: 1. Sonneborn Building Products, Minneapolis, MN, (612) 835-3434. 2. Thoro System Products, Miami, FL, and represented locally by The Rio Grande Co., Denver, CO, (303) 825-2211. 3. L. M. Scofield Company, Los Angeles, CA, (800) 800-9900, represented locally by Conrep West, Englewood, CO, (303) 740-7787. 4. Manufacturers providing materials of same function, quality, appearance and performance are acceptable, except as limited above. 2.09 UNDER-SLAB MATERIALS A. Granular Sub-Base: 3/8" to 3/4" angular gravel or crushed rock, extent and thickness as shown on the Drawings or as required by the Soils Report. B. Vapor Barrier: Refer to Section 07190. 03300 - 7 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 2.10 FABRICATION OF REINFORCING A. Shop fabricate reinforcing bars to conform to the required shapes and dimensions with fabrication tolerance complying with ACI 315. Cold bend bars in a manner which will not injure material. B. Straightening or rebending at site will not be permitted unless using ASTM A706, 60 KSI reinforcing. C. Where reinforcing bars are shown field welded to structural steel, bars shall be furnished by rebar supplier and welded in place by structural steel erector. Reinforcing bars shown as shop welded to a steel fabricated assembly shall be furnished and welded in place by the structural steel fabricator. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 PREPARATION AND COORDINATION A. Notify any trades that may have items to be recessed or embedded in concrete, or that may require openings in concrete, of placing schedule. Coordinate work to avoid cutting of concrete and to avoid delays in the work. This work may include, but is not limited to: 1. Prefabricated steel bicycle structure. 2. Bicycle racks. 3. Electrical work. B. Surfaces shall be true to line and grade and free from loose earth, frost, ice, mud and standing or running water. Protect bottom of excavation against freezing. Do not deposit concrete against frozen ground. C. Make all preparations required for protection of concrete during placing and curing under detrimental weather conditions. D. Notify the Owner at least 48 hours prior to placing of any concrete. Do not deposit any concrete before the Owner has observed reinforcement and other work in place and given permission to proceed. Such inspection and permission to proceed shall in no way relieve the Contractor of full responsibility for proper placement of reinforcement and placing of concrete and of responsibility for adherence to other requirements of the Construction Documents. E. Form and install concrete work in accordance with ACI 301, except as amended by this Section. Concrete formwork shall be as specified in Section 03100. F. Prepare site and compact existing fill materials in accordance with the requirements of the Soils Investigation Report and Section 02225. If the foundation structure design shown on the Drawings and/or specified will not strictly conform to this requirement, advise the Owner before proceeding with work of this Section. G. Ensure that form inserts for all exposed edges and corners requiring chamfers are properly placed, as specified in Section 03100. 3.02 DESIGN MIXES A. Structural and Architectural Concrete: Concrete mix(es) shall be as designed by the prefabricated steel structure manufacturer and approved by the Owner. B. Concrete which does not meet the minimum requirements for strength at 28 days shall be reviewed and is subject to removal at the option of the Owner. C. Proportion normal weight concrete in accordance with ACI 211.1. Concrete for all parts of the work shall be of the specified quality, capable of being placed without excessive segregation and, when hardened, of developing all characteristics required by these Specifications and the Contract Documents. Proportion ingredients to produce a mixture which will work readily into the corners and angles of the forms and around reinforcements by the methods of placing and consolidation employed on the work. D. Design mixes shall be made and reported by an approved testing laboratory for each class of concrete, at the Contractor's expense. 03300 - 8 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD E. Design mixes shall contain all admixtures required by these specifications and/or proposed by the Contractor to be used in concrete. F. Proportion concrete design mixes so that compressive strength of laboratory-cured cylinders will be at least 15% greater than minimum specified strength. Refer to paragraph 1.05 for testing requirements. G. In lieu of designing new mixes for this project, existing mix designs meeting all requirements specified for each concrete mix and used successfully on previous projects under conditions similar to those anticipated on this project may be used, providing the following are submitted for the Owner's approval for each class of concrete: 1. Reports of concrete mix design and test results. 2. Reports of sufficient consecutive sets of 7- and 28-day concrete strength test made during the last six (6) months and the calculations of standard deviation for these tests. 3. Reports of compliance tests of fine and coarse aggregates made during the last six (6) months. 4. Mix submittals and required statistical strengths shall be in accordance with ACI 301. 3.03 PLACING REINFORCING STEEL A. Prior to placing into position, thoroughly clean reinforcement of mill and excessive rust, scale, dust, mud, oil, ice and all other deleterious coating which may destroy or reduce bond. B. All reinforcing shall be placed in accordance with the approved shop drawings and the "Manual of Standard Practice for Detailing Reinforced Concrete Structures", ACI 315, ACI 301 and ACI 318. C. Accurately place and support reinforcing steel with chairs, bar supports, spacers or hangers as recommended by ACI detailing manual except in slab-on-grade work. Support bars in slabs-on- grade and footings with approved accessories. D. Place reinforcing bars to a tolerance of +/- 1/4", except that minimum spacings between bars shall be to a tolerance of +/- 1/4". Bars may be moved as necessary to avoid interference with other reinforcing steel, conduit or embedded items. The Owner's approval must be obtained prior to moving bars under these circumstances. E. Securely anchor and tie reinforcing bars and dowels prior to placing concrete. F. Place reinforcement to obtain at least the minimum coverage for concrete protection shown on the Drawings and specified. Do not place reinforcement with additional concrete cover unless expressly approved by the Owner. G. Install anchor bolts or dowels before any concrete is placed. Locate anchor bolts accurately with aid of template before concrete starts to set. H. Steel reinforcing bars shall run continuous through cold joints. 3.04 PLACING WELDED WIRE FABRIC IF USED A. Welded wire fabric shall be placed 2" below slab surface or as indicated on the Drawings and shall not be permitted to be placed on subgrade prior to concrete placement and hooked into position. Reinforcement shall be fully supported at required elevation prior to concrete placement. Use continuous chairs or support bars in structural slabs to maintain proper locations as shown on the Drawings. B. Install welded wire fabric using full sheets as large as possible. Lap adjoining pieces as specified herein. Offset end laps in adjacent widths to prevent continuous laps in either direction. 3.05 PLACING FIBER REINFORCING A. Place fiber reinforcing in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations. 1. 5.0 lbs. per cu. yd., unless otherwise recommended by manufacturer. 3.06 CONCRETE BATCHING AND MIXING A. Ready-mixed batch plant equipment and facilities must comply with the requirements of ACI 03300 - 9 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 614 and ASTM C94. The plant must have sufficient capacity to produce and deliver concrete of specified qualities in quantities required to meet the construction schedule. B. Site-mixed concrete will not be permitted. Measure, mix and deliver concrete in accordance with ASTM C94, except as specified herein. C. All concrete not placed within 90 minutes of initial contact of cement and water shall be rejected. D. Indiscriminate addition of water to increase slump is prohibited. Obtain the Owner's approval for any addition of water. Do not exceed the maximum permissible water/cement ratio or maximum slump under any circumstances. 3.07 PREPARATION OF INSERTS, EMBEDDED ITEMS AND OPENINGS A. Provide formed openings where required for conduits, sleeves and other work to be embedded in and passing through concrete. B. Coordinate work of other Sections and cooperate with trades involved in forming and setting openings, slots, recesses, chases, sleeves, bolts, anchors and other inserts. C. Accurately position and securely fasten all anchor bolts, conduit, sleeves, and other materials to be embedded in the concrete. "Wet-stabbing" of anchor bolts is not allowed. D. Install conduits between reinforcing steel in slabs with reinforcing in both faces and below reinforcing in slabs with only one (1) layer of reinforcing steel. E. Embedments shall be clean when installed. Remove concrete spatter from all surfaces not in contact with concrete. 3.08 PLACING UNDER-SLAB MATERIALS A. Granular Sub-Base: Place a minimum of 4" (200mm) of gravel over compacted sub-base, level and compact thoroughly, unless otherwise shown on the Drawings. 3.09 PLACING CONCRETE A. Transit-mixed concrete shall be truck-mixed in accordance with "Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete", ASTM C94-67. B. Concrete shall have a temperature of 70 F +/- 20 F at the time of placing, unless prior permission has been granted in writing by the Architect/Engineer to exceed these tolerances. C. Transport the concrete from mixer to final position as rapidly as practical without segregation, contamination or loss of material. Maximum not-to-exceed from introduction of water to placement of concrete is 90 minutes. Place concrete in forms with drop chutes, baffles or other methods which will prevent segregation. Comply with the requirements of ACI 614. 1. Contractor shall assess the placement requirements of the site, construction staging and other factors, and provide concrete pumping equipment for concrete placement as may be necessary, at no additional cost to the Owner. D. Concrete foundation structures shall be placed on undisturbed, clean surfaces free from frost, ice, mud, standing or running water. E. Ensure that hardened concrete, wood chips, shavings and other debris have been removed from the interior of the forms and all hardened concrete and foreign materials have been removed from the inner surfaces of the mixing and conveying equipment. Forms shall be wetted, oiled or treated with an approved form-coating material prior to placing concrete. Reinforcement shall be cleaned, secured in position, inspected and approved by the Architect/Engineer before starting the pouring of concrete. F. Concrete shall be deposited in the forms as nearly as practical in its final position so as to avoid rehandling. Special care shall be exercised to prevent splashing the forms or reinforcement with concrete in advance of pouring. G. Immediately after depositing, the concrete shall be compacted to force out all air pockets, working the mixture into corners, around reinforcement and inserts to prevent the formation of voids. Consolidate concrete by vibration, spading or rodding. Do not over-vibrate or use vibrators to transport concrete. Insert and withdraw vibrators vertically at uniformly spaced locations not farther apart than the visible effectiveness of the machine. Do not insert vibrators into lower layers of concrete that have begun to set. 03300 - 10 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 3.10 FINISHING FORMED SURFACES A. Complete finishing operation within 24 hours after stripping forms. Patch repairable defective areas immediately after form removal. B. Subgrade Surfaces: Rough form finish is acceptable on all subgrade surfaces, except as indicated otherwise. Patch all defective areas. C. Exposed Surfaces: Provide smooth rubbed finish on any formed surfaces exposed to view, including but not limited to the following: 1. Slab edges exceeding 6" high. D. Strip forms while concrete is still green and steel trowel surfaces to a dense, hard finish with corners, intersections and terminations chamfered 1/2" and smooth. 1. Repair and patch all tie holes and defects with mortar. Remove all fins and projections. 2. Strike chamfered edges and corners of exposed concrete clean, straight and true to line. E. Honeycombing or spillage through forms shall be repaired or replaced as specified below in this section. 3.11 INSTALLATION OF JOINTS A. General: Locate and install construction joints which are not shown on the Drawings so as not to impair the strength and appearance of the structure. B. Pour floor slabs in pattern indicated on the Drawings. Form control joints and place expansion joints as indicated on the Drawings, but in no case exceed the following requirements: 1. Control joints shall be spaced at 15'-0" maximum intervals each way so as not to encompass an area to exceed 225 sq. ft., or other spacing and pattern(s) as shown on the Drawings, or as required by the Soils Report. 2. Place control joints at internal corners, columns or other points of natural weakness. C. Before depositing new concrete, remove all laitance and loose aggregates immediately before placing fresh concrete. Dampen but do not saturate the joint surface. At slabs and beams, apply a neat cement grout. D. Expansion or Isolation Joints: Where expansion joints are indicated on the Drawings, place filler strips to within 1/2" of finished surface. Joint recess shall be formed with a separate removable filler section to provide a clean, true recess to receive sealant. E. Construction and Control Joints: Control joints shall be formed or saw cut. Keyed construction joints shall be formed with prefabricated joint materials and shall adhere to the control joint pattern shown. F. Column Isolation Joints: Joints around columns may be formed with minimum 30# non- bituminous building felt left in place with neatly trimmed top edge or approved joint filler material. 3.12 FINISHING FLATWORK A. General: Verify all flatwork finishes with the Architect in the field prior to proceeding with this work. B. Float Finish: Apply float finish to monolithic slab surfaces that are to receive broom finish and other finishes as hereinafter specified. After screeding and consolidating concrete slabs, do not work surface until ready for floating. Begin floating when surface water has disappeared or when concrete has stiffened sufficiently to permit operation of power-driven floats, or both. Consolidate surface with power-driven floats or by hand-floating if area is small or inaccessible to power units. Check and level surface plane to required tolerance. Cut down high spots and fill low spots. Uniformly slope surfaces to drains. Immediately after leveling, refloat surface to a uniform, smooth, granular texture. C. Non-Slip Broom Finish: After completion of floated finish, draw a broom or a burlap belt transversely across the surface perpendicular to the main traffic route. Use broom finish after floating for surfaces to receive topping or cementitious finishes. Coordinate final texture with the Owner prior to application. 03300 - 11 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 3.13 TOLERANCES A. Maintain the following tolerances for all cast-in-place concrete work. Defective work shall be removed and replaced at the Contractor's expense. 1. Variation from Plumb: a. 0-10': 1/4" maximum. b. 20' or more: 3/8" maximum. 2. Variation in Thickness: 1/4" to 1/2" standard, 5% for footings. 3. Variation in Grade: a. 0-10': 1/4" standard, 1/8" for floor slabs. b. 10-20': 3/8" standard, 1/4" for floor slabs. c. 40' or more: 3/4" standard, 3/8" for floor slabs. 4. Variation in Plan: a. 0-20': 1/2". b. 40' or more: 3/4" standard, +1/2" for footings. 5. Variation in Eccentricity: 2% for footings. B. Slab Tolerances: 1/4" in 10' maximum. 3.14 CURING AND PROTECTION A. General: Protect freshly placed concrete from premature drying and excessive cold or hot temperatures and maintain without drying at a relatively constant temperature for a period of time necessary for hydration of cement and proper hardening. B. Start curing immediately after finishing. Cure for at least seven (7) days, not necessarily consecutive, during which air temperature surrounding concrete is above 50 F. Wood forms shall be kept wet. If forms are removed during curing period, an approved curing method must be started immediately. C. Cure slabs by approved moisture-retaining coverings, lapped and sealed, and kept continuously wet. Approved curing compounds may be used if compatible with specified finishes. Specific approval is required from the Owner. Curing compounds shall be applied in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. D. Contractor shall be responsible for protection of freshly placed concrete from vandalism, accidental damage by workmen or equipment, or damage resulting from subgrade settlement or subsequent construction traffic. Take adequate precautions to restrict traffic in the area of fresh concrete during the curing period. Damaged concrete shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at the Owner's discretion. E. Comply with the requirements of ACI 305 when hot weather conditions exist. Temperature of concrete when placed shall be less than 90 F. When necessary to prevent premature drying, arrangements for installation of windbreaks, shading, fog spraying, sprinkling, ponding or a wet covering of light color shall be made in advance of placement, and such protective measures shall be taken as quickly as concrete hardening and finishing operations will allow. F. Comply with the requirements of ACI 306 when cold weather conditions exist. When atmospheric temperature is 40 F and below, maintain concrete temperature at not less than 50 F for at least six (6) days. When necessary, make arrangements before concrete placing for heating, covering insulation or housing as required to maintain specified temperature and moisture conditions without injury due to concentration of heat. G. Maintain protective cover on concrete so that changes in temperatures of concrete shall be as uniform as possible and shall not exceed 5 F in any one (1) hour or 50 F in any 24-hour period. 3.15 SEALING AND FINISH APPLICATIONS A. General: Follow the manufacturer's printed instructions for applying materials. B. Schedule of Exterior Hardening and Sealing Materials: Furnish and apply concrete curing, sealing and hardening products for exterior concrete in accordance with the following schedule: 1. Exterior Slabs-on-Grade: Damp cure and Lapidolith, white pigment. 03300 - 12 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD C. Application Process: Apply curing, hardening and sealing products in strict accordance with the manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations. D. Apply materials only after concrete surfaces are completely cured and dry. Follow the manufacturer's recommended application instructions. Remove surplus hardener after final application has dried. 3.16 DEFECTIVE CONCRETE A. Remove and replace defective concrete not conforming to required line, detail and elevation as directed by the Owner. B. Repair or replace concrete not properly placed resulting in excessive honeycombing and other defects. C. Concrete damaged after placement shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at the Owner's discretion. 3.17 PATCHING AND POINTING A. Patch and point all vertical and horizontal formed concrete surfaces where exposed to view, as defined herein. B. Fill holes and openings left in concrete structures for passage of work by other trades, unless otherwise shown or directed, after such work is in place. C. Mix, place and cure concrete to blend with in-place construction. D. Provide other miscellaneous concrete filling shown or required to complete the work. 3.18 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Exposed cast-in-place concrete work shall be subject to evaluation to the satisfaction of the Architect, including but not limited to, the following characteristics: 1. Slab finishes. 2. Tolerances. 3. Joint materials and placement. 4. Accuracy of placement, alignment and flushness of surfaces. PART 4 SCHEDULES 4.01 EXTERIOR FLATWORK FINISHES A. Bike Shelter Slab-on-Grade: Medium broom finish. END OF SECTION 13122 - 1 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD SECTION 13122 PREFABRICATED SECURE BICYCLE STRUCTURE PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 WORK INCLUDED A. Design/engineer, furnish and erect pre-engineered steel building systems for an open shelter- type building for use as a secure bike shelter building, "turn key" fabrication and installation, including the following components: 1. Prefinished tubular structural steel frame. 2. Concrete pad footings and slab-on-grade. 3. Prefinished standing seam metal roofing system. 4. Wire mesh wall enclosure panels. 5. Prefinished sheet steel wind screen panels, where shown on the Drawings. 6. Prefinished sheet steel louvered infill panels. 7. Outswinging tubular steel framed gate with wire mesh panels and hardware. 8. Prefabricated, prefinished bicycle racks. B. Related work specified elsewhere: 1. Section 03300, Cast-in-Place Concrete. C. Related work specified elsewhere (by reference): 1. Front end contract documents. 2. Electrical: Power, lighting and data devices, fixtures, wiring and conduit. 1.02 RELATED WORK FURNISHED AND INSTALLED BY GENERAL CONTRACTOR A. Grading, landscaping and site irrigation improvements, and crusher fines paths shall be furnished and installed by General Contractor. B. Panic set and specialty access control gate hardware shall be furnished and installed by General Contractor. C. Security camera system, equipment and wiring by others. D. Electrical lighting and power devices, light fixtures, conduit, power and data wiring shall be furnished and installed by General Contractor. E. Signage and graphics panels shall be designed, furnished and installed by others. 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Reference Standards: Conform to the current requirements of applicable portions of standards, codes and specifications, except where more stringent requirements are shown or specified. 1. ASTM A653: Standard Specification for Sheet Steel, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc- Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process. 2. ASTM B221: Aluminum alloy extruded bars, rods, wire, shapes and tubes. 3. AISC Specification of the Design, Fabrication and Erection of Structural Steel for Buildings. 4. AWS Structural Welding Code. 5. AISI Specifications for Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members. 6. Applicable provisions of the codes as adopted by any jurisdiction with authority over this Project. B. Manufacturer: Company specializing in design and construction of pre-engineered buildings of the specific type specified. Manufacturer shall ensure the compatibility of all components, gates, hardware, accessories and trims that are part of the fabrication of the building system and the overall quality and reliability of the structure. 1. Manufacturer shall be in compliance with requirements of the Buy America program. Refer to the front end contract documents. 2. Manufacturer shall be certified by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC). 13122 - 2 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 3. Manufacturer will provide a field quality control/technical representative for periodic on-site inspection of the erection. Manufacturer shall ensure that the installation is complete and meets the factory quality control requirements of the manufacturer and as specified in this Section. C. Source Control: All building components shall be fabricated and furnished by a single manufacturer. D. Erector: Company specializing in erection of pre-engineered buildings. 1. Erector: Manufacturer-approved. 2. Experience: Erector shall have continuously erected pre-engineered buildings of similar size and complexity in the state of Colorado for five (5) years and shall have built at least one (1) building of the manufacturer proposed in the last five (5) years. E. Welding Qualification: Welding shall be performed only by welders or welding operators currently certified in accordance with the AWS Code to perform the type of welding involved. 1. All welders shall have evidence of current certification. 1.03 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION A. Design/Build: Design, furnish and erect complete pre-engineered steel building systems, including but not limited to: 1. Tubular steel structural systems in the configuration, bay spacing and spans shown on the Drawings. 2. Prefinished roof system, with coordinated prefinished edge, eave and ridge closures. 3. Prefinished wire mesh panels and louvered panels in configurations shown on the Drawings. 4. Exterior outswinging gate. 5. Closure trims, fasteners, sealants, closure angles and all other required trims, accessories and components related to the building systems. 6. Anchor bolt templates and all other materials to be set in concrete. 7. Cast-in-place concrete pad footings and slab-on-grade. B. Performance Requirements: This Section includes performance-type specifications, which along with the Drawings, establish minimum requirements for the building. C. Foundation Design: The manufacturer shall be responsible for the final design based upon Manufacturer-furnished final loads. The foundation design shall be submitted to the Architect/Engineer for review as part of the shop drawing submittal, as specified in paragraph 1.04. No modifications to the proposed building configuration, column plan locations or positions of braced bays will be allowed. D. Structural Requirements: Design and construct structural system to comply with: 1. Dead Loads: Actual materials, including partitions. 2. Ground Snow Load: 30 psf. Snow load reductions, if allowed by the International Building Code, are permitted as approved by the building official. 3. Horizontal Wind Load: 100 mph wind loading, Exposure B, IBC current edition. 4. Roofing Panels and Attachments: UL Class 90 minimum. 1.04 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's written product literature and specifications showing compliance with requirements of this Section. B. Shop Drawings and Product Data: 1. Drawings, specifications and product data for all components and parts of structural walls and roof framing system, anchor bolt layout, gates, specified standing seam roof panels, wire mesh, wind screen and louver panels, sample warranty, finishes, and all other trims and accessories. Include specification for finish of structural frame and roof and wall panels. 2. Clearly mark all components and parts. 3. Include erection drawings for identification and assembly of parts. 4. Drawings shall bear the seal of a registered Colorado Professional Engineer. C. Samples: Submit material color samples of manufacturer's full powder-coat color line for selection by the Architect. 13122 - 3 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD D. Building Design Calculations: Submit four (4) copies of design calculations originally signed and sealed by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer for the structural framing and covering panels of the metal building system, including wall columns and frames, roof purlins, sidewall girts, wall infill panels, base plates and anchor bolts. Anchor bolts shall be designed for their capacity in concrete foundation. Such design calculations shall be by computer program, including a comprehensive description of the program analysis used. E. Design Load Combinations (for current IBC): 1. Dead Load + Snow Load. 2. Dead Load + Wind Load. 3. Dead Load + Wind Load + 1/2 Snow Load. Apply Wind Loads in accordance with current UBC. 4. Dead Load + 1/2 Wind Load + 1/2 Snow Load. F. Deflection Limitations: 1. Vertical (total load): L/180. 2. Horizontal (drift): 0.005 x story height or 0.0033 x masonry height. 3. Deflections of individual components shall not exceed L/180 under total load or wind load conditions. G. Foundation Design: The manufacturer shall be responsible for the final design based upon Manufacturer-furnished final loads. The foundation design shall be submitted to the Architect/Engineer for review as part of the shop drawing submittal, as specified in paragraph 1.04. No modifications to the proposed building configuration, column plan locations or positions of braced bays will be allowed. Submit four (4) copies of foundation calculations and CAD-generated drawings made necessary to accommodate the lateral building forces, signed and sealed by a registered Colorado Professional Engineer for review. Additional construction required by Manufacturer-proposed revisions in the foundation design shall be completed by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Owner. H. Building Permit: Prepare and submit drawings, calculations, specifications and other information as may be required to secure a building permit from the local building authority. I. Provide layout and product data for bicycle racks. 1.05 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING A. Tubular Steel Columns, Frames, Grits, Purlins and Other Structural Frame Components: Inspect all structural components upon delivery, and verify compliance with approved erection drawings. 1. Store structural components above ground on skids or other supports. 2. Protect prefinished steel surfaces from scratching or other damage. B. Wall, Roof and Louver Panels: Individually wrap in shop to protect powder-coated and/or prefinished finishes. Inspect panels upon delivery to site and replace any damaged panels. 1. Store panels at site above ground on platforms, skids or other supports with one end elevated for drainage. 2. Cover panels with waterproof covering until installation. C. Gates and Other Prefabricated Components: Store upright at site in manufacturer's original, unbroken cartons until installation. D. Wedge Anchors and Other Anchorages: Deliver to site in manufacturer's unbroken cartons. 1.06 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS A. Erection: Roof panels shall not be installed during sustained winds of higher than 30 mph. 1.07 WARRANTIES A. Building Warranty: Provide manufacturer's written one-year warranty covering defects in materials, workmanship and erection for the building. B. Roof Finish Warranty: Provide extended 20-year warranty for horizontal roof panels. Paint film will not: 1. Chalk in excess of ASTM D659 No. 8 rating. 2. Fade more than 5 NBS units. 13122 - 4 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 3. Crack, check, blister, peel, flake, chip or lose adhesion. C. Bicycle Racks: Provide manufacturer's written one-year warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, including operational assemblies. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 PREFABRICATED STEEL STRUCTURES A. Prefabricated Secure Bicycle Structure: The building, including all prefabricated structural components, wall and roof panels, anchorages, trims and accessories shown on the Drawings, has been designed around the following systems: 2. Dero Cycle Station by Dero, Minneapolis, MN, (888) 337-6729, as the basis of design. B. Manufacturers providing building systems of the same design, function, appearance, quality and performance, and providing all specified components, accessories and trims, are acceptable upon approval. Provide specifications with bid as outlined in paragraph 1.05.A. above. All systems shall be based upon the specified systems and components, and therefore, contract award shall impose an obligation upon the Contractor to furnish the specified equipment. Alternate manufacturers accepted by the Architect prior to bid date shall not relieve the manufacturers of an obligation to, at their own expense, make changes in the foundation, etc. as necessary to accommodate the alternate systems. 1. All prefabricated steel building companies must offer prefinished colors for roof and structural frame to match, in the opinion of the Architect, those colors selected as a part of this Section. 2. Manufacturer shall be responsible for any redesign of the foundation system as required for their building system, in accordance with paragraph 1.04.C. above. C. Building Size: 18'-1" wide x 26'-6" long. D. Eave Height: 11'-0" minimum clear at structural frame. E. Manufacturer shall provide for thermal expansion and contraction of the building structural frames, roof and wall panels and between new and existing structures in the system's design and engineering, appropriate to the climatic conditions of the site. F. Finishes: All structural components, wall panels and trims shall be furnished with manufacturer's standard high-quality powder-coated finish, meeting the following requirements: 1. Primer: All components prepared for finishing with hard sandblasting. Prime with electrostatically-applied epoxy primer. 2. Finish: TGIC, UV-resistant polyester powder coat, 6 mil thick minimum. 3. Color(s): To be selected by the Owner and Architect from manufacturer's full line of powder-coated colors. Design intent is to match colors of the South Transit Center building and platform shelters. 4. Roof Finish: Specified in paragraph 2.03 below. 2.02 STRUCTURAL SYSTEM A. Structural Tubular Steel Columns: Manufacturer's standard tubular steel columns, conforming with ASTM A500, Grade B, 46 ksi, fully-welded construction. 1. Columns: 4" x 4" x 3/16", or as proposed by the manufacturer. 2. Wall Girts: 2" x 2" x 1/8". 3. Roof Trusses: 4" x 3" x 3/16". 4. Roof Purlins: 3" x 3" x 1/8". 5. Tubular Steel Frames for Wall Panels: Specified in paragraph 2.04 below. B. Column Base Plates: 1/2" thick minimum x sizes required by manufacturer's engineering design. C. Anchorages: Manufacturer's standard wedge anchors and/or cast-in anchor bolts, as required by the manufacturer's engineering design. 13122 - 5 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 2.03 STANDING SEAM METAL ROOF SYSTEM A. Standing Seam Roof Panels: Prefinished standing seam metal roofing system to match the South Transit Center building and platform shelters, Sheffield "Terra Cotta". No substitutions. System shall include all ridge standing seams, trims and accessories necessary for a complete and weathertight installation. 1. Materials: 24-gage minimum galvanized steel or .032" aluminum alloy, 3004 coil stock. a. Texture: Manufacturer's standard smooth panels. 2. Pan Width: 24" maximum. 3. Standing Seam Height: 3" maximum. 4. Pan Length: Manufacturer's standard. Pans shall be installed in continuous lengths without horizontal seams where building configuration allows. Any deviation from this policy shall be approved by the Architect prior to fabrication. 5. Fabrication: Roll-form manufacturer's prefinished coil stock to produce finished, exposed pan width as specified above. Panelization of roofing shall be as shown on the Drawings, unless otherwise approved. 6. Fasteners: All fasteners shall be aluminum, steel or the same material as the prefinished roofing and shall be concealed, except as shown on the Drawings. a. Staples: Standard epoxy-coated steel. b. Cleats: 30-gage stainless steel, fabricated to be interlockable with sheet. 7. Trims: Eave, rake, corner and other prefinished closure trims shall be finished by the manufacturer to match the specified roof and/or wall panels. 8. Finish: Prefinished by manufacturer, minimum 70% Kynar 500 polyvinylidene coating, minimum 1 mil (.025mm) thick consisting of a prime coat and finish coat. 9. Roof Panel Color: Sheffield "Terra Cotta". B. System Performance: 1. Allow for forces of thermal expansion and contraction without detrimental effect to system through ambient air temperature of 100 F from temperature of interior of building. 2. Withstand 6" head of water at lap splices, including end laps for 72 hours. 3. Carry UL Class 90 listing, minimum. 4. See Warranties for weathertightness warranty requirements. C. Accessories: 1. Gutters: None. 2. Downspouts: None. 3. Snow/Ice Guards: None. 2.04 WALL PANELS A. Exterior Louvered Panels: Prefabricated metal louvered panels, manufacturer's standard profile, 11-gage sheet steel, with specified powder-coated finish. B. Wire Mesh Panels: Manufacturer's standard welded wire panels, 2" x 2" x 3/16" steel wire mesh, mounted into 2" x 2" tubular steel framing. C. Wind Screen Panels: Sheet steel components, 14-gage minimum, mounted horizontally into 2" x 2" tubular steel framing, with specified powder-coated finish. 1. Size(s): 2" wide x 10" high x 14-gage. 2.05 GATES A. Exterior Gates (by manufacturer): Manufacturer's standard outswinging, tubular steel framed gate with wire mesh panels. Sizes shall be as indicated on the Drawings. 1. Provide manufacturer's standard-duty tamper-proof ball bearing hinges, three (3) each per jamb, with non-removable pins. 2. Panic Set with Lever Trim and Access Control Hardware: Furnished and installed by the Contractor. Manufacturer shall provide shop- or field-cut steel jamb components as necessary for installation of electric strike or other hardware. 3. Finish: Manufacturer's standard powder-coated finish as specified in paragraph 2.01. 4. Hardware Finish: US26D, Satin Chromium. 13122 - 6 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 2.06 FLASHING AND JOINT SEALANTS A. Joint Sealing: Furnished and installed by manufacturer to the extent consistent with industry standards, including lap and horizontal seams, etc. Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating the sealant work provided by this Section to provide a complete and weathertight application. 2.07 BICYCLE RACKS A. General: Provide manufacturer's standard bicycle racks in the type and quantities indicated herein. B. Materials: 1. Hoops: 1-1/2" I.D. Schedule 40 steel pipe, flange-mounted. 2. Double Decker Uprights: 4" x 4" x 12 gage minimum steel tube. 3. Double Decker Base Plates: 1/4" thick steel plate x sizes required by manufacturer. 4. Double Decker Crossbars: 4" x 4" x 7 gage minimum steel tube. 5. Double Decker Cantilevers: 2" x 4" x 11 gage minimum steel tube. 6. Double Decker Cantilever Base: 1/4" thick steel plate. 7. Double Decker Bicycle Wheel Trays: 1/8" thick steel plate, 1/2" round bar. C. Single Hoop Racks: 1. Hoop Rack by Dero, as basis of design. 2. Size(s): 3. Quantities: 16 bikes. D. Double Decker Racks: 1. Dero Decker by Dero, as basis of design. 2. Size(s): 3. Quantities: 33 bikes. E. Hardware: Provide manufacturer's tamper-proof, surface-mounted hardware and anchorages. F. Finish(es): Manufacturer's standard powder-coated finish as specified in paragraph 2.01, black. G. Approved Manufacturers: 1. Dero, Minneapolis, MN, (888) 337-6729. 2. Manufacturers providing products of the same type, function, design, quality and performance are acceptable as approved by the Owner prior to bidding. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 PREPARATION AND COORDINATION A. Erector shall verify the following conditions and notify the General Contractor of unsatisfactory conditions in writing, with a copy to the Architect. Beginning work indicates acceptance of existing conditions by the Erector. 1. Layout: Verify layout of work before beginning erection. 2. Anchor Bolt Placement: Verify layout of anchor bolts prior to pouring of concrete foundation. 3. Existing Conditions: Examine foundation before beginning erection for level and squareness. B. Contractor shall be responsible for checking all dimensions, elevations and assuring fit of structural steel members prior to commencing erection. C. Coordination with Other Trades: Erector shall coordinate the erection of the prefabricated steel structure with related work provided by others, including but not limited to: 1. Grading, landscaping and site irrigation work. 2. Concrete foundations and slab-on-grade. 3. Electrical power and lighting systems, security camera systems and access control systems. 4. Signage and graphics systems. 13122 - 7 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD D. Protect adjacent materials or areas below from damage due to weld splatter or sparks during field welding. E. Make provision for erection loads and for sufficient temporary bracing to maintain structure safe, plumb and in true alignment until completion of erection. 3.02 FABRICATION OF STRUCTURAL STEEL A. General: Structural steel components shall be detailed and fabricated in accordance with the referenced codes, AISC and MBMA Specifications and standards and in compliance with the final approved erection drawings. B. Shop-fabricate and assemble sections in largest practical components for delivery and erection on the site. Extent of shop assembly shall be as approved in the shop drawings. Type of connection most suitable to shop or field facilities shall be used, unless otherwise shown on the Drawings. C. Structural steel components shall be pre-drilled in the shop for bolted assembly in the field. D. Properly mark and match mark all materials for field assembly. Coordinate fabrication and delivery sequence to expedite erection and minimize field handling of materials. Plates and anchor bolts to be built into concrete work shall be shipped loose. E. Prep for Gate Hardware: General Contractor shall furnish hardware templates to erector for field drilling of latch/electric strike, etc., if work is not done in the shop. 3.03 FABRICATION OF MISCELLANEOUS METAL COMPONENTS A. General: Fabrication shall be as proposed by the manufacturer's standard processes, and as approved in the shop drawings by the Owner. B. Shop-fabricate and assemble sections in largest practical components for delivery and assembly on the site. Extent of shop assembly shall be as approved in the shop drawings. C. Components shall be pre-drilled in the shop for bolted assembly in the field. D. Properly mark and match mark all materials for field assembly. Coordinate fabrication and delivery sequence to expedite erection and minimize field handling of materials. E. Drill 1/4" diameter drainage holes at minimum 12" o.c. in bottom of each windscreen channel, horizontal louver and any other metal component in exterior assemblies where moisture may accumulate. 3.04 SHOP AND FIELD CONNECTIONS A. Weld or bolt shop connections, unless otherwise shown. Bolt field connections, except where welded connections are shown or specified. Use common bolts conforming to ASTM A307, unless otherwise shown. B. Finish work in accordance with the approved shop drawings. Work shall be true and free from twists, kinks, buckles, open joints and other defects. 3.05 SHOP FINISHING A. After fabrication, remove all loose scale, rust, weld slag or flux deposit, oil, grease, dirt or other foreign materials. Remove burrs from steel fabrication process and smooth all edges exposed in the final assembly. B. Hard sandblast and prime all components as specified. C. Do not paint surfaces of steel embedded in concrete. D. Before painting, all steel shall be thoroughly cleaned of all heavy rust and mill scale, weld slag or flux deposit, dirt and other foreign matter. Oil and grease deposits shall be removed by solvent. E. Structural Steel Finish: Apply manufacturer's standard powder-coated finish, as specified in paragraph 2.01. F. Wire Mesh Panels: Manufacturer's standard powder-coated finish. G. Louvered Panels: Manufacturer's standard powder-coated finish. H. Wind Screen Panels: Manufacturer's standard powder-coated finish. 13122 - 8 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD I. Prefinished Roof Panel Finish: All surfaces are to be pretreated in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and primed with recommended primers for both finish and back coats. Apply minimum 70% Kynar 500 resin finish coat, using only coil coaters experienced in handling Kynar type coatings. Finish shall meet the following requirements: 1. Dry Film Thickness: a. Primers: .25 mils nominal, ASTM D1400. b. Top Coat: .90 mils nominal, ASTM D1005. 2. Dry Film Hardness: F minimum, ASTM D3363. 3. Film Adhesion: Excellent (no removal), ASTM D3359. 4. Direct Impact Flexibility: Excellent (no removal), ASTM D2794. 5. Reverse Impact Flexibility: Excellent (no removal), ASTM D2794. 6. Formability: One (1) T Bend (no removal), NCCA II-19. 7. Abrasion Resistance: Exceeds 65 liters/mil, ASTM D968. 8. Chemical and Detergent Resistance: Excellent (no attack), ASTM D1308. 9. Weathering: As specified under Warranties. 10. Color Uniformity: ASTM D2244. 3.06 ERECTION A. Erection Procedures: Erection of the prefabricated steel structure shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's approved erection drawings, accepted Code of Standard Practice of the Metal Building Manufacturer's Association and applicable codes. Erection practices shall conform to Section 6, Common Industry Practices found in the "Low Rise Building Systems Manual", MBMA, current edition. B. No field modifications to primary structural members will be allowed, except as reviewed and authorized by both the manufacturer and the structural engineer. 1. Welding operations shall not burn the primary structural members. 2. Anchor bolt locations shall not be altered by gas torching or burning. Approved changes shall be cleanly reamed to the approval of the structural engineer. C. Refer to Paragraph 1.06 above for erection during high wind conditions. D. Maintain work in safe and stable condition during erection. Provide temporary shoring and bracing as required. E. Set structural frames accurately to lines and elevations indicated within specified AISC erection tolerances. Align and adjust various members forming a part of complete frame or structure before permanently fastening. F. Clean bearing and other surfaces which will be in permanent contact before assembly. 1. Allowable Tolerances: Comply with requirements of AISC Code of Standard Practice. Leveling and plumbing shall be based on a mean temperature of 70 F. Compensate for difference in temperature at time of erection. G. Set loose and attached base plates and bearing plates on steel wedges or on other adjustable devices. Tighten anchor bolts after the supporting members have been positioned and plumbed. Do not remove wedges or shims. H. Installation of Wall Infill Panels: 1. General: Wire mesh and wind screen panels shall be installed into 2" x 2" tubular steel frames in the shop. Completed frames shall be bolted into structural frame in the field, unless otherwise approved in shop drawings. 2. Individual louvers or panels shall be bolted into upper (south) eave and raked ends of structural frame in the field. I. Standing Seam Roofing System: Standing seams of the prefinished roof system shall be securely closed in the field with manufacturer's continuous seaming equipment. Install cleats at spacing recommended by the manufacturer for pan width, roof span and wind exposure. The roofing system shall be installed plumb, straight and true to adjacent work. Ribs shall be equidistant from raked ends, etc. in accordance with design concept and as shown on the Drawings. J. Base, Corner and Miscellaneous Trims: Install base, wall and corner closure trims as shown on the Drawings or as required for a complete and weathertight installation. 1. Trims shall conform to the roof, wall, fascia and soffit panel profiles specified, to completely close any gaps in the panel ribs. 13122 - 9 South Transit Center Secure Bike Shelter CD 2. Base trims at panel termination to concrete foundations shall be completely sealed to be weathertight and rodent proof. 3.07 INSTALLATION OF BICYCLE RACKS A. General: Install bicycle racks in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations. B. Check operation of all moveable double decker assemblies, and adjust as necessary for proper operation. C. Special Tools: Provide Owner with any special tools or other accessories required for the operation or routine maintenance of the moveable bicycle racks. 3.08 FIELD TOUCH-UP PAINTING A. After erection, touch up all field connections and abrasions of the shop powder-coated finish. B. Paint all anchor bolts and miscellaneous steel that was not finished to match surfaces of the prefabricated steel structure, exposed locations only. 3.09 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL A. Water Test: Test all seams and joints of exterior roof panels with water hose for leaks in the presence of the Owner. Retest until watertight. 3.10 CLEANING A. Wash down all prefabricated steel structure components and turn over to the Owner in clean condition. B. Remove equipment, temporary facilities, excess materials and debris from the site. Leave the site in a clean condition. END OF SECTION RELOCATE PICNIC TABLE TO THIS LOCATION; ADD CONCRETE FLATWORK PER PLAN. RELOCATED BORE 2-2" HDPE DR11; TERMINATE AT EACH END IN 12"X18" HAND HOLE BEFORE ROUTING ABOVE GROUND. ALL EXTERIOR MOUNTED CONDUIT TO BE GRC. 2" 311 None None unless non- competitive award None None unless non- competitiv e award None None unless non- competitive award II Non State Grantees a. Contracts below SAT ($100,000) b. Contracts above $100,000/Capital Projects Yes3 Yes3 Those imposed on non-state Grantee pass thru to Contractor Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Sources of Authority: 1 49 USC 5325 (a) 2 49 CFR 633.17 3 18 CFR 18.36 (i)