What this opportunity is
The Department of the Interior is seeking a contractor for the Boat Ramp Replacement Project at Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge in Kansas, focusing on demolishing and replacing three deteriorated concrete boat ramps. This opportunity is set aside for total small businesses, making it suitable for small contractors with experience in construction and environmental compliance. Interested businesses should note that this is a solicitation notice, indicating they can submit bids for the project.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS
FWS SPECIALIZED SPECIFICATIONS
MULTIPLE BOAT RAMP REPLACEMENT
AT
KIRWIN NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
SPECIFICATION INDEX
DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 011100 SUMMARY OF WORK
012900 PAYMENT PROCEDURES
013100 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION
013200 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION
013233 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION
013300 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES
013310 SUBMITTAL TEMPLATE
014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS
015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS
017419 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL
017700 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES
DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS
SECTION 024113 SELECTIVE SITE DEMOLITION
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DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE
SECTION 033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE
DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK
SECTION 311000 SITE CLEARING
310523 AGGREGATE BASE MATERIALS
312500 EROSION CONTROL
313215 EXCAVATION FILL COMPACTION
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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Section Includes:
1. Project information.
2. Project background.
3. Work covered by Contract Documents.
4. Work under separate contracts.
5. Access to site.
6. Coordination with occupants.
7. Coordination with local utilities.
8. Work restrictions.
9. Permits and Fees.
10. Applicable codes, standards, and specifications.
11. Means and methods.
12. Safety.
13. Environmental Protection.
1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION
A. Project Location: Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge, 702 E Xavier Rd, Glade, KS 67644
B. Station Contact Information: Jillian Boyd, Station Manager, 308-238-8260
1.3 PROJECT BACKGROUND
A. The purpose of this project is to demolish and replace three (3) deteriorated concrete boat ramps
at the Kirwin National Wildlife Refuge. A high percentage of refuge visitation comes from the
utilization of the boat ramps for authorized recreational activities, primarily hunting and fishing.
The rehab of these boat ramps will improve public safety and reduce long-term maintenance costs.
They will be designed to accommodate modern vehicles and trailers, support increased loads, and
comply with current design standards for boat ramp construction.
1.4 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
A. Work covered by this contract includes but is not limited to: demolishing three (3) existing boat
ramps, replacing two of the demolished boat ramps with two double-lane boat ramps, extending
the wave breaks at both locations, and demolishing an existing concrete boat dock located at the
South Shore.
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1.5 WORK UNDER SEPARATE CONTRACTS
A. General: In the event there is work being performed under a separate contract the Contractor
shall cooperate fully with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out
smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract or other contracts.
Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.
1.6 ACCESS TO SITE
A. All operations of the Contractor (including storage of materials) upon Government premises shall
be confined to areas authorized or approved by the Contracting Officer.
B. Limit use of Project site areas within the Contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of
Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.
1. Limits: Confine construction operations to the area outlines in the drawings in the Kirwin
National Wildlife Refuge, Kansas.
2. Driveways, Walkways and Entrances: Keep driveways and loading areas, and entrances
serving premises clear and available to Government, Government Representatives, and
emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.
C. Condition of Existing Site: Repair damage caused by construction operations
1.7 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS
A. Partial Government Occupancy: Government will occupy the premises during entire construction
period, with the exception of areas under construction. Cooperate with Station Manager during
construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate usage. Perform the Work so as not to
interfere with Government operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.
1. Provide not less than 48 hours' notice to Government of activities that will affect
Government's operations.
1.8 WORK RESTRICTIONS
A. Work Restrictions, General: Comply with restrictions on construction operations. Comply with
limitations on use of public streets and with other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.
B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in the existing building to normal business working hours of
8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.
1. Work on weekends will be restricted to Contracting Officers approval and at the Station
Managers discretion.
2. No work will take place over Federally observed holidays.
C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied unless
permitted under the following conditions and then only after providing temporary utility services
according to requirements indicated:
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1. Notify Station Manager not less than 48 hours in advance of proposed utility interruptions.
D. Noise, Vibration, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and
vibration, odors, or other disruptions to the Government.
1. Notify Station Manager not less than 48 hours in advance of proposed disruptive
operations.
E. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet (8 m) of
entrances, operable windows, or outdoor-air intakes.
1.9 PERMITS AND FEES
A. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary local, State, and Federal permits
and licenses, and payment of related fees, per the Contract Clauses.
1.10 APPLICABLE CODES, STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS
A. All work shall comply with the codes and standards applicable to each type of work as listed in
individual Sections of these Specifications.
B. Where a conflict occurs between a referenced document and the Project Specificat…
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