TEPEE WORK CENTER WELL PUMP PROJECT

United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service Black Hills National Forest March 2026 Tepee Work Center Well Pump Replacement Specifications Construction Documents -- 1 of 29 -- TEPEE WORK CENTER WELL PUMP REPLACEMENT BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST 001500-1 LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS SECTION 001500 LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS PART 1 – GENERAL 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. List of Contract Specifications 1. Index of Specifications DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Section 001500 List of Drawings and Specifications Section 010150 General Requirements Section 010250 Definition of Contract Items and Measurements and Payments DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL Section 260050 Electrical Materials and Methods DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES Section 331113 Potable Water Supply Wells END OF SECTION 001500 -- 2 of 29 -- TEPEE WORK CENTER WELL PUMP REPLACEMENT BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST 010150 – 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION 010150 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK 1.1 DESCRIPTION A. Work for this project requires the Contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, miscellaneous items, freight, and delivery for the following: 1. Remove existing submersible well pump. Perform diagnostics. 2. Provide and install new 5HP submersible pump and controls. Connect to existing pumphouse. B. This work shall be performed by a South Dakota licensed well driller or well pump installer in accordance with South Dakota 46-6-9.2. C. The work is identified in Division 1, Section 010250: Definition of Contract Items and Measurement and Payment. 1.2 LOCATION A. This project is located at the Black Hills National Forest Tepee Work Center located 19 miles west of Custer, SD on US16 at 10623 Tepee Work Center Loop, Edgemont, SD 57735 1.3 GENERAL BUILDING INFORMATION A. The Tepee Work Center Pumphouse 1. The Tepee Work Center Pumphouse is a 100 gross square foot (gsf) single level building constructed in 1992. 1.4 EXISTING WELL AND PUMP INFORMATION A. Tepee WC well is located immediately behind the pumphouse. The well pump is currently set at 921 feet. Manufacturer: Grundfos 10S50-48DS Pump Motor: 5 HP 230V 3 wire Control Box – 5 HP 230V Installed 9/21/2020 1.5 SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER A. The elevation of the site is approximately 5,138 feet above mean sea level. -- 3 of 29 -- TEPEE WORK CENTER WELL PUMP REPLACEMENT BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST 010150 – 2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS B. The site generally experiences moderate snowfalls beginning in October and November and ending in March or April. The average temperature is 70 ℉ in July and 25° F in February. The site is accessible year-round. 1.6 USE OF PREMISES A. Normal Working Hours: The Contractor shall observe the following schedule which determines normal and after normal working hours. Any work which falls outside the definition provided below shall be considered after normal working hours and approval by the CO shall be required. 1. Normal operating hours are 7:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday. B. Use of Site: Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated. C. Full Government Occupancy: Except as defined in “Work Restrictions” in this section, the government will occupy the site and buildings during entire construction period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government access to the site and buildings or with Government's day-to-day operations. D. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government. 1. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances. 2. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site. 1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS A. Nonsmoking Buildings: Smoking is not permitted within the buildings or within 25 feet (8 m) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes. B. Do not schedule work during holidays, weekends, or between 6:00 PM to 7:00 AM without written approval from the Contracting Officer (CO). C. Project Scheduling: Schedule work to minimize impacts to Government. D. The CO will designate areas on the site for material storage. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO. 1.8 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES A. Provide adequate signing and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas. -- 4 of 29 -- TEPEE WORK CENTER WELL PUMP REPLACEMENT BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST 010150 – 3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS B. Protect trees and vegetation within project area from damage. C. Damage to areas adjacent to and/or within the project area that are not included as an element of the project, including lawns and landscape features, shall be repaired by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government. D. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations included in the various sections of the Specifications to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different sections of the Specifications that depend on each other for proper installation, connection or operation. E. The Contractor shall furnish all equipment, materials, and supplies to perform the tasks specified in this Contract. F. All equipment used by the Contractor shall meet all safety requirements of this Contract. G. The Contractor shall provide Safety Data Sheets on cleaners, fluids, etc., and these shall be ke…