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CONTRACT DOCUMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS -
FOR
Augusta, Georgia
Prepared for
.. Augusta-Richmond County Commission
Max Hicks
Director, Augusta Utilities Department
Augusta Utilities Department
360 Bay Street
Suite 180
Augusta, Georgia
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION TITLE # OF PAGES
IB Invitation to Bid 1
PBS Procurement Bidding & Selection 3
SMR State Mandated Regulations 9
P Proposal 2
BB Bid Bond 2
A Agreement 3
PB Performance and Payment Bonds 5
COI Conflict of Interest 1
BC Business Certificate 1
GSIC Georgia Security & Immigration Compliance 1
CA Contractor Affidavit 2
SA Subcontractor Affidavit 1
NOA Notice of Award 1
NTP Notice to Proceed 1
GC General Conditions 52
SGC Supplementary General Conditions 1
14-1 to 14-47 Construction Specifications 47
Emergency Invitation To Bid
Emergency Sealed bids will be received at this office until Monday, August 6,2007 @ 3:00 p.m.
Emergency Bid Item #07-154
Broad Street Sewer Replacement for Augusta Utilities
Emergency BID's will be received by Augusta, GA Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of:
Geri A. Sams
Procurement Department
530 Greene Street - Room 605
Augusta, Georgia 30911
706-821-2422
Emergency BID documents may be obtained at the office of Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street-
Room 605, Augusta, GA 30911. All questions must be submitted in writing to the office of the Procurement Department
by Fax at 706-821-2811 or by mail. No bid will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. A
mandatory Pre-Bid Conference will be conducted at the Municipal Building on Friday, August 3,2007 @ 10: 00
a.m. at the conference room of the Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street, Room 605, Augusta GA, 30911.
No Emergency BID may be withdrawn for a period of 60 days after time has been called on the date of opening. A 10%
Bid Bond is required to be submitted in a separate envelope so marked along with the bidder's qualifications' a
100% performance bond and a 100% payment bond will be required for award.
Bidders will please note that the number of copies requested; all supporting documents including fmandal statements and
references and such other attachments that may be required by the bid invitation are material conditions of the bid. Any
package found incomplete or submitted late shall be rejected by the Procurement Office. Any bidder allegedly contending
that he/she has been improperly disqualified from bidding due to an incomplete bid submission shall have the right to
appeal to the appropriate committee of the Augusta commission. Please mark Emergency BID number on the outside of the
envelope.
Bidders are cautioned that sequestration of Emergency BID documents through any source other than the office of the
Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of Emergency BID documents from unauthorized sources placed the
bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications.
GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director
cc:
Tameka Allen
Max Hicks
Russell Thies
Interim Deputy Administrator
Augusta Utilities
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SEALED BIDS SELECTION METHOD
A method for submitting a bid to perform work on a proposed contract. In general, each party interested submits a bid in a
sealed envelope, and all such bids are opened at the same time and the most favorable responsible bid is accepted. All bid
responses will be retained as property of Augusta-Richmond County.
Conditions for use. All contracts of Augusta-Richmond County shall be awarded by competitive sealed bidding except as
otherwise provided elsewhere in this article (see S 1-10-45 - Sealed Proposals; 1-10-46 - Professional Services; 1-10-47 -
Quotations; 1-10-49 - Sole Source Procurement; and 1-10-50 - Emergency Procurements, of this chapter).
Invitation for bids and specifications. An invitation for bids shall be issued by the Procurement
Office and shall include specifications prepared in accordance with Article 4 (Product
Specifications), and all contrac~al terms and conditions, applicable to the procurement.
Pre-bid conference and addendum. A conference to be conducted by the Procurement Director and using agency head, if
appropriate, hearing will be scheduled at least five (5) working days before receipt of bids. While the pre-bid conference is
not a requirement, it is strongly recommended and widely used to further acquaint interested bidders with the bid
requirements and items to be purchased and vendor input. Any substantive changes to specifications resulting from the pre-
bid conference or other vendor/contractor sessions shall be documented in an addendum and communicated to all bidders
registered for the procurement action.
Bid opening. Sealed Bids shall be opened publicly in the presence of one or more witnesses at the time and place
designated in the public notice and invitation for bids. The amount of each bid, and such other relevant information as the
Procurement Director deems appropriate, together with the name of each bidder shall be recorded; the record and each bid
shall be open to public inspection in accordance with S 1-10-5 (public Access to Procurement Information).
Bid acceptance and bid evaluation. Provided that the bids are delivered to the Procurement Director at the time, place, and
under the conditions contained in the Invitation for Bids, the bids shall be conditionally accepted without alteration or
correction pending evaluation. Bids shall be evaluated based on the requirements set forth in the invitation for bids, which
may include bidder responsiveness, capability and past performance, and criteria to determine acceptability such as
inspection, testing, quality workmanship, delivery, and suitability for a particular purpose. Those criteria that will affect the
bid price and be considered in evaluation for award shall be objective and clearly measurable, including but not limited to
discounts, transportation costs, and total or life cycle costs. The main advantage of using life-cycle costing is that both
initial costs and related costs for the life of the item are considered. When the criterion for awarding the contract is based
on lowest responsive bidder, it may mean that the contract specifications are just minimally complied with. Selecting of the
lowest bidder could result in a higher incidence of maintenance, and down-time could eat up any savings made if the
Procurement process considers only the initial cost. Under no circumstance will any bid be accepted by fax or emaiL All
bids must be labeled and received in the Procurement office by the due date and time. There will be no exceptions made for
any late. lost by the post office or express carrier. or misdirected submittals.
Please be aware that vendors shall be removed from the vendor list for the following reasons:
(1) Declining to offer bids for the period of time listed in specifications.
(2) Suspension for the following shall not be for less than three (3) months or more than three (3) years:
(a) Failing to satisfactorily meet terms, agreements, or contracts made with the Procurement
department or the using agency.
(b) Being convicted of criminal offenses in obtaining contracts or convicted of embezzlement,
violation of state or federal anti-trust statutes, or any other crime which indicates a lack of
business integrity or honesty.
(c) Violating contract provisions or failing to perform without good cause or any other cause which
the Procurement Director deems to be so serious as to affect the responsibility of a contractor,
including disbarment or suspension from a vendor list by another government entity.
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PREFERENCE FOR LOCAL SUPPLIERS AND CONTRACTORS
(a) Augusta encourages the use of local suppliers of goods, services and construction products whenever possible.
Augusta also vigorously supports the advantages of an open competitive market place. Nothing in this Section shall be
interpreted to mean that the City Administrator or Purchasing Director is restricted in any way frqm seeking formal bids or
proposals from outside the Augusta market area.
(b) When the quotation or informal bids selection method is used by the Purchasing Director or using agency head to
seek frrms to quote on Augusta commodity, service and construction products, local firms should be contacted, if possible,
fIrst. Then if the Purchasing Director or using agency head believes that there may not be at least three qualified informal
bidders, quotes shall be sought from outside the Augusta market area.
(c) In the event of a tie of bid (see 1-10-43 (h)), when all other factors are equal, the City Administratoris encouraged
to select the bid from within the. local market area. The City Administrator shall retain the flexibility to make the award of
contract to a bidder outside of the local market area if evidence supports collusive bidding in favor of a local source.
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(d) The local vendor preference policy shall be applied when the lowest local bidder is within 5% or $10,000,
whichever is less, of the lowest non-local bidder. The lowest local bidder will be allowed to match the bid of the lowest
non-local bidder; if matched, the lowest local bidder will be awarded the contract.
For purposes of this section, "local bidder" shall mean a business which:
1) Has had a fixed office or distribution point located in and having a street address within Augusta for at least six
(6) months immediately prior to the issuance of the request for competitive bids or request for proposals by
Augusta; and
2) Holds any business license required by the Augusta-Richmond County Code and
3) Employs at least one (1) full time employee, or two (2) part time employees whose primary residence is in
Augusta, or if the business has no employees, the business shall be at least fifty percent (50%) owned by one or
more persons whose primary residence is in Augusta.
e) The Purchasing Director shall develop a program to routinely search out local firms that offer products or services
which Augusta may purchase and encourage such firms to place themselves on the bidder's list.
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(g) Nothing in this section shall be interpreted to mean that the City Administrator may abrogate the provisions of
O.C.G.A. 36-10-1 through 36-10-5, Public Works Contracts. This provision of the State Code requires that all County
public works contracts of $20,000 or more as defined therein, be publicly advertised before letting out the contract to the
lowest bidder. Further, nothing in this section shall be interpreted to mean the City Administrator may abrogate the
provisions of the Augusta-Richmond County Code requiring public advertising before letting certain contracts."
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION ON VENDORS.
The Department Head and/or the Administrator is directed to provide the bid amount as submitted, information concerning
the vendor's previous performance, the service and quality of the products offered, the availability of the goods and services
when needed, adherence to delivery schedules, and other criteria pertinent to that particular item, on vendors who have
submitted bids, proposals, or contracts for the Commission's consideration. The information is tobe included in the backup
documents for the Commission's consideration in awarding the contract.
INSPECTION OF PURCHASES.
The Procurement agent in conjunction with the using agency or department head shall inspect, or supervise the inspection
of, all deliveries of materials, supplies or contractual services to determine their conformance with the specifications set
forth in the pertinent purchase order or contract. The Procurement agent may require chemical and physical tests of samples
submitted with bids and samples of deliveries, which examinations are necessary to determine quality of the samples and
conformance with specifications.
Letting the contract. The contract shall be awarded or let in accordance with procedures set forth herein. A ward shall occur
with reasonable promptness by appropriate written notice to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder whose bid meets
the requirements and criteria set forth in the invitation for bids.
In addition to price and other material factors, the Procurement Director, in consultation with the using agency, shall
consider the following in the context of award recommendations:
(1) The ability, capacity, and skill of the bidder to perform, the contract or provide the services required,
(2) The capability of the bidder to perform the contract or provide the service promptly, or within the time specified,
without delay or interference,
(3) The character, integrity, reputation, judgment, experience, and efficiency of the bidder,
(4) The quality of performance on previous contracts,
(5) The previous and existing compliance by the bidder with laws and ordinances relating to the contract or services,
(6) The sufficiency of the financial resources of the bidder relating to his ability to perform the contract,
(7) The quality, availability, and adaptability of the supplies or services to the particular use required,
(8) The number and scope of conditions attached to the bid by the bidder, and
(9) Service availability may be considered in determining the most responsible bid, and the bidders shall be required to
submit information concerning their ability to service and maintain the product of the equipment.
Award to other than low bidder. When the award is not given to the lowest bidder, a full and complete statement of the
reasons for placing the purchase order or other contract elsewhere shall be prepared and signed by the Procurement Director
and/or Administrator and made part of the record file for audit proposes.
It is the wish of the Owner that minority businesses are given the opportunity to BID on the various parts of the work. This
desire on the part of the Owner is not intended to restrict or limit competitive bidding or to increase the cost of the work.
The Owner supports a healthy free market system that seeks to include responsible businesses and provide ample
opportunity for business growth and development.
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AMEIlICi\N CmlNell, OF ENGINEEIlING COt\W,'NIES
of GeorgiLl
June 20, 2007
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Legislative Changes Affecting Engineering Companies
Th~re were hundr~ds dfbiHs passed in the 2007 General Assembly and many hundreds
mOre will carryover into the 2008 session. Listed below are a very few that may b~ of
special interest. They become law on July 1 SI and may be helpful, ora gotcha. You may
go to wwwJelris.state..ga..us to look at the specific language in the hills.
HB 192 - PaylPerfonnancehondsare not required for engineering contracts with local
govetntnents for transportation design contraCts. As silly as it sounds.. the language in
previous Georgia code seemed to require bonds; although it was very rarely enforced.
The new la.w does not prohibit such bonds, however. People who know about these
things find the premise of such bonds for design ridiculous - increased cost with no
benefit accruing to the local jurisdiction. Additionally, the bill raises thethreshold.for
direct procurement of construction contract for GDOT to $100,000.
HB 221- Affidavit Bill for Professional Malpractice. Previous law requires that a law
suit must be accompanied by an affidavit from a licensed engineer certifying tl1atat least
one negligent act, error, or omission had been committed. Several years ago the Georgia
Supreme Court read the law that the affidavit was reqUired only if the defendant was an
individual licensee. 111e new law makes it clear that the afflciavit is. required even if the
defendant is the business entity through which the professional service is provided. The
bjll applied to about two dozen professionals, including engineers, architects.. Surveyors,
etc.
SB 146 - Local Govennnent Public Works Bid Law. Additional disclosure is required in
const.rQction bid packages and advertisements; inclUding the number and status of
environmental pennits and easementIROW parcels. It also stipulates how to treat
prequalificatiollcriteria and how to handle additive and deciuctive altemates in selecting
the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder.
Transportation Funding: None of the transportation funding bills passed. Insteaci sa
365 created a Joint Study COll1111ittee on Transportation Funding, which must report its
findings hy the end of2007 in anticipation of a funding bill in the 2008 General
Assembly. This group is antic:i:pated to be the forum for preparil1g1negotiating a
consensus bill that has a more favorable prospect for passage in 2008.
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233 Peachtree Slrccl
Atlanl:l, GA 30303
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Senate Bill 146
By: Senators Seabaugh of the 28th, Shafer of the 48th, Stoner of the 6th, Pearson of the 51 st,
Williams of the 19th and others
AS PASSED
AN ACT
To amend Chapter 91 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to
public works bidding, so as to provide definitions; to provide for the advertisement of
contract opportunities; to provide for the specifications of such notices and advertisements;
to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF GEORGIA:
SECTION 1.
Chapter 91 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to public works
bidding, is amended by revising Code Section 36-91-2, relating to definitions, as follows:.
"36-91-2.
As used in this chapter, the term:
(1) 'Alternate bids' means the amount stated in the bid or proposal to be added to or
deducted from the amount of the base bid or base proposal if the corresponding change
in project scope or alternate materials or methods of construction is accepted.
(2) 'Base bid' or 'base proposal' means the amount of money stated in the bid or proposal
as the sum for which the bidder or proposer offers to perform the work.
(3) 'Bid bond' means a bond with good and sufficient surety or sureties for the faithful
acceptance of the contract payable to, in favor of, and for the protection of the
governmental entity for which the contract is to be awarded.
(4) 'Change order' means an alteration, addition, or deduction from the original scope of
work as defined by the contract documents to address changes or unforeseen conditions
necessary for project completion.
(5) 'Competitive sealed bidding' means a method of soliciting public works construction
contracts whereby the award is based upon the lowest responsive, responsible bid in
conformance with the provisions of subsection (b) of Code Section 36-91-21.
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(6) 'Competitive sealed proposals' means a method of soliciting public works contracts
whereby the award is based upon criteria identified in a request for proposals in
conformance with the provisions of subsection (c) of Code Section 36-91-2L
(7) 'Emergency' means any situation resulting in imminent danger to the public health
or safety or the loss of an essential governmental service.
(8) 'Governing authority' means the official or group of officials responsible for
governance of a governmental entity.
(9) 'Governmental entity' means a county, municipal corporation, consolidated
government, authority, board of education, or other public board, body, or commission
but shall not include any authority, board, department, or commission of the state, or a
public transportation agency as defined by Chapter 9 of Title 32.
(10) 'Payment bond' means a bond with good and sufficient surety or sureties payable to
the governmental entity for which the work is to be done and intended for the use and
protection of all subcontractors and all persons supplying labor, materials, machinery, and
equipment in the prosecution of the work provided for in the public works construction
contract.
(11) 'Performance bond' means a bond with good and sufficient surety or sureties for the
faithful performance of the contract and to indemnify the governmental entity for any
damages occasioned by a failure to perform the same within the prescribed time. Such
bond shall be payable to, in favor of, and for the protection of the governmental entity for
which the work is to be done.
(12) 'Public works construction' means the building, altering, repairing, improving, or
demolishing of any public structure or building or other public improvements of any kind
to any public real property other than those projects covered by Chapter 4 of Title 32.
Such term does not include the routine operation, repair, or maintenance of existing
structures, buildings, or real property.
(13) 'Responsible bidder' or 'responsible offeror' means a person or entity that has the
capability in all respects to perform fully and reliably the contract requirements.
( 14) 'Responsive bidder' or 'responsive offeror' means a person or entity that has
submitted a bid or proposal that conforms in all material respects to the requirements set
forth in the invitation for bids or request for proposals.
(15) 'Scope of project' means the work required by the original contract documents and
any subsequent change orders required or appropriate to accomplish the intent of the
project as described in the bid documents.
(16) 'Scope of work' means the work that is required by the contract documents.
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(17) 'Sole source' means those procurements made pursuant to a written determination
by a governing authority that there is only one source for the required supply, service, or
construction item."
SECTION 2.
Said chapter is further amended by revising Code Section 36-91-20, relating to written
contract required, as follows:
"36-91-20.
(a) All public works construction contracts subject to this chapter entered into by a
governmental entity with private persons or entities shall be in writing and on file and
available for public inspection at a place designated by such governmental entity.
Municipalities and consolidated governments shall execute and enter into contracts in the
manner provided in applicable local legislation or by ordinance.
(b)(l) Prior to entering into a public works construction contract other than those
exempted by Code Section 36-91-22, a governmental entity shall publicly advertise the
contract opportunity. Such notice shall be posted conspicuously in the governing
authority's office and shall be advertised in the legal organ of the county or by electronic
means on an Internet website of the governmental entity or an Internet website identified
by the governmental entity which may include the Georgia Procurement Registry as
provided by Code Section 50-5-69.
(2) Contract opportunities that are advertised in the legal organ shall be advertised a
minimum of two times, with the first advertisement occurring at least four weeks prior
to the opening of the sealed bids or proposals. The second advertisement shall follow no
earlier than two weeks from the first advertisement.
(3) Contract opportunities that are advertised solely on the Internet shall be posted
continuously for at least four weeks prior to the opening of sealed bids or proposals.
Inadvertent or unintentional loss of Internet service during the advertisement period shall
not require the contract award or bid or proposal opening to be delayed.
(4) Contract opportunities that will be awarded by competitive sealed bids shall have
plans and specifications available on the first day of the advertisement and shall be open
to inspection by the public. The plans and specifications shall indicate if the project will
be awarded by base bid or base bid plus selected alternates and:
(A) A statement listing whether all anticipated federal, state, or local permits required
for the project have been obtained or an indication of the status of the application for
each such permit including when it is expected to be obtained; and
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(B) A statement listing whether all anticipated rights of way and easements required
for the project have been obtained or an indication of the status as to when each such
rights of way or easements are expected to be obtained.
(5) Contract opportunities that will be awarded by competitive sealed proposals shall be
publicly advertised with a request for proposals which request shall include conceptual
program information in the request for proposals describing the requested services in a
level of detail appropriate to the project delivery method selected for the project.
(6) The advertisement shall include such details and specifications as will enable the
public to know the extent and character of the work to be done.
(7) All required notices of advertisement shall also advise of any mandatory
prequalification requirements or pre-bid conferences as well as any federal requirements
pursuant to subsection (d) of Code Section 36-91-22. Any advertisement which provides
notice of a mandatory pre-bid conference or pre qualification shall provide reasonable
advance notice of said conference or for the submittal of such prequalification
information.
(c) Governmental entities are authorized to utilize any construction delivery method,
provided that all public works construction contracts subject to the requirements of this
chapter that:
(1) Place the bidder or offeror at risk for construction; and
(2) Require labor or building materials in the execution of the contract
shall be awarded on the basis of competitive sealed bidding or competitive sealed
proposals. Governmental entities shall have the authority to reject all bids or proposals or
any bid or proposal that is nonresponsive or not responsible and to waive technicalities and
informalities.
(d) No governmental entity shall issue or cause to be issued any addenda modifying plans
and specifications within a period of 72 hours prior to the advertised time for the opening
bids or proposals, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays. However, if the
necessity arises to issue an addendum mo difying plans and specifications within the 72
hour period prior to the advertised time fo r the opening of bids or proposals, excluding
Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays, then the opening of bids or proposals shall be
extended at least 72 hours, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and legal holidays, from the date
of the original bid or proposal opening without need to readvertise as required by
subsection (b) of this Code section.
(e) Bid and contract documents may contain provisions authorizing the issuance of change
orders, without the necessity of additional requests for bids or proposals, within the scope
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ofthe project when appropriate or necessary in the performance of the contract. Change_
orders may not be used to evade the purposes of this article.
(0 Any governmental entity may, in its discretion, adopt a pro cess for mandatory
prequalification ofprospective bidders or offerors; provided, however, that:
(1) Criteria for prequalification must be reasonably related to the project or the quality
of work;
(2) Criteria for prequalification must be available to any prospective bidder or offeror
requesting such information for each project that requires prequalification;
(3) Any prequalification process must include a method of notifying prospective bidders
or offerors of the criteria for or limitations to pre qualification; and
(4) Any prequalification process must include a procedure for a disqualified bidder to
respond to his or her disqualification to a representative of the governmental entity;
provided, however, that such procedure shall not be construed to require the
governmerital entity to provide a formal appeals procedure. A prequalifi ed bidder or
offeror can not be later disqualified without cause."
SECTION 3.
All laws and parts of laws in conflict with this Act are repealed.
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Senate Bill 529
The Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act
Immigration Reform in Georgia
. Georgia has become the leader in the nation when it comes to immigration
reform.
. This law - SB 529 - protects the rights of EVERY legal United States citizen who
calls Georgia home.
. We want people who want to immigrate to do it right - if they want to live and
work in Georgia.
Comprehensive Reform
. Georgia does not have a federal boundary
. But our citizens were paying the price for illegal immigration
. The new law puts the burden on
Immigrants and Employers
By requiring employers to prove that an employee is legally able to work in
the US, and
By requiring immigrants to prove their legal status before they get a job or
receive public assistance
What must an employer do to comply with the law?
. Any contractor or subcontractor who enters into a contract with a public agency
. Any public employer
MUST
. Participate in a federal work authorization program to verify the immigrant status
of all employees
When does this Provision take Effect?
. Public employers, contractors or subcontractors with 500 or more employers
must be in compliance by July 1, 2007.
. Public employers, contractors or subcontractors with 100 or more employees
must be in compliance July.1, 2008.
. All public employers, contractors or subcontractors must be incompliance by July
1,2009.
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Business. Deductions
. If a worker cannot provide valid taxpayer identification, then
. The business that employs him
MAY NOT
Deduct payments over $600.00 per year
This provision of the layv takes effect on January 1, 2008
State Income Tax
. If an employee cannot verify that he is in this country legally
. Then his employer must withhold state income tax at a rate of 6%
. Any withholding agent who fails to comply with this provision will be liable to
the state for that tax.
This provision goes into effect July 1, 2007
Public Safety
. The new law has two provisions that require our state's peace officers and jails to
aid the state in enforcing immigration laws:
The immigration status of every person arrested on a DUI or felony charge
must be verified
Law enforcement must notify the US Department of Homeland Security of
any arrested illegal aliens
State Benefits
Our state's limited resources should benefit those individuals entitled to receive them.
. All adults receiving non-emergency health care and other state funded services
will be required to verify their eligibility to receive those services
. Noone will be denied emergency health services
Doing More for Those Who Come Seeking More
. The law contains two humanitarian provisions designed to protect the rights of
any person who comes from another country and wants to make a new home in
Georgia.
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SB 529 makes it a crime in Georgia to
* lure illegal immigrants into this
country and
* force them to work for little or
nothing by threatening to expose their
illegal status
Human trafficking for any reason is now a
felony in Georgia.
Finding the Balance
The Registration of Immigration
Assistance Act"
. Establishes and enforces a standard
of ethics in the profession of
immigration assistance
. Allows immigration services to
help people with filing forms,
translations and transcriptions - as
long as those services are not legal
in nature
. Requires assistants in the
immigration process who are not
attorneys to identify themselves as
such - in order to prevent abuses of
people who want to be here legally
SB 529 strikes the right balance between welcoming those individuals who legally seek
to live and work in our communities, and enabling law enforcement, employers and
public officials to verify the legal status of those who come from outside the United
States to live in Georgia.
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SECTION P
PROPOSAL
DATE: ALl!:.! lc:;T 4-+t..)? /'Jt'Y?
Gentlemen:
In compliance with you invitation for bids, the undersigned hereby proposes to furnish all labor,
equipment and materials, and perform all work for the project referred to herein as:
BROAD STREET SElNER REPLACEMENT
In strict accordance with the Contract Documents and. in consideration of the amounts shown on the bid
schedule attached hereto and .totaling:
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and NO /100 dollars ($. 3\7/2:.'.i!.S.oo ).
The undersigned hereby agrees that, upon written acceptance of this bid, he will immediately
execute a formal contract agreement with the Owner, and that he will provide the bond or guarantees
required by the contract documents.
The undersigned hereby agrees that, if awarded the contract, he will commence the work
immediately after the date of written notice to proceed, and that he will complete the work within a
reasonable time after the date of such nol:i.ce.
. The undersigned acknowledges receipt of the following addenda:
Addendum No. Addendum Date
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Enclosed is a bid guarantee consisting of 10 ~ 6,'d ~~
amount of-rJJ,..J.y 1J1t.~~,~~,:"~~/4."',J,..,....I ;:::~y~'#~ ~o.;p
in the
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TO ACCOMPANY THE PROPOSAL OF
BIDDER:
ADDRESS:
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Broad Street Sewer Replacement
Bid Schedule
Unit
Item DescrlDtlon Unit Quantltv Cost Total
8" SDR 35 Sanitarv Sewer Pioe LF 630 ~o.oo t.sG,., ?OO.a:
Asphalt Cut & Removal Sy 700 2.0.co $11.1,0.::0.00
4' Diameter San. Sew. Manhole VF 20 .3 "'0. 00 .f:. ~ 2.c::k). a:
Roadwav Aeeoratlon (Detail to be l"lrovlded\ Sy 700 1 50.00 $.3S"OCIO. CCl
Sand Olav BaokfUl (95% Comnaotlon' CY 3500 & , J .00 $.3!.J~Ob
Sidewalk Removal & ReDlaoement SY 200 ~ 5S. 00 $ IlIOOo.oc
Saniimv Sewer Service Comolete IncludlnCl Tie In EA 15 n.S. c:o ~ 10" ~ ?5.a:
New Curb & Gutter LF 630 2. ?oo It. /?;Olel.OO
Concrete Cy 20 2.1&.00 it> ~3OD.oc::
Lum Sum Construction: Including Mobilization.
Roadway StrIpIng, Material Removal & Disposal,
TraffIC ContrOl, Backfill CompactIon to 95%,
Bypass Pumping of Sanitary Sewer, Tree Umb
Trimming, Plugging existing sanitary sewer at
existing manhole in 5'" Street, Capping existing ~/Z.313a:>.~ $.J~.iOCV"
sanitarv sewer runnlnrl to 6111 Street. LS 1
Total $~Iz~.ool
Note: All construction is to be performed according to AUD design gufdellnes & construction
specifications unless otherwise directed by AUD.
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AlA Document A31 0
Bid Bond
(j)avis-qarvin }IgenCYJ I ne.
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that we Beam's Contracting, Inc.
as Principal, hereinafter called the Principal, and Great American Insurance Company
a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of Ohio
as Surety, hereinafter called the Surety, are held and firmly bound unto Augusta-Richmond County, Georgia
as Obligee, hereinafter called the Obligee, in the sum of
Ten Per Cent (10%) of Amount Bid Dollars ( ),
for the payment of which sum well and truly to be made, the said Principal and the said Surety, bind
ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these
presents.
WHEREAS, the Principal has submitted a bid for Broad Street Sewer Replacement Emergency Bid
NOW, TH EREFORE, of the Obligee shall accept the bid of the Principal and the Principal shall enter into
a Contract with the Obligee in accordance with the terms of such bid, and give such bond or bonds as may
be specified in the bidding or Contract Documents with good and sufficient surety for the faithful
performance of such Contract and for the prompt payment of labor and material furnished in the prosecution
thereof, or in the event of the failure of the principal to enter such Contract and give such bond or bonds, if
the Principal shall pay to the Obligee the difference not to exceed the penalty hereof between the amount
specified in said bid and such larger amount for which the Obligee may in good faith contract with another
party to perform the Work covered by said bid, then this obligation shall be null and void, otherwise to
remain in full force and effect.
Signed and sealed this
6th_ day of _August
, 2007.
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(Witness)
Beam's Contracting, Inc.
(Principal)
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(Seal)
By:
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(Witness)
Great American Insurance Company
(Surety) (Seal)
8~~.LJ~
. . (Title/''l/,
Attorney in Fact
AlA Document A31 0 . Bid Bond. AlA. February 1790 ED · The American
Institute of Architects, 1735 NY Ave., tW, Washington, DC 20006 'R R ....... \.
Name
Address
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
MACON, GEORGIA
Limit of Power
ALL
$75,000,000.
GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY@
Administrative Office: 580 WALNUT STREET . CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202 . 513-369-5000 . FAX 513-723-2740
The number of persons authorized by
this power of attorney is not more than TH REE
No.O 17456
POWER OF ATTORNEY
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY, a corporation organized and existing
under and by virtue of the laws of the State of Ohio, does hereby nominate, constitute and appoint the person or persons named below its true and lawful attorney-
in-fact, for it and in its name, place and stead to execute in behalf of the said Company, as surety, any and all bonds, undertakings and contracts of suretyship, or
other written obligations in the nature thereof; provided that the liability of the said Company on any such bond, undertaking or contract of suretyship executed
under this authority shall not exceed the limit stated below.
BARBARA H. REGISTER
HERBERTL,DECUERS
JOHN R. WALKER
This Power of Attorney revokes all previous powers issued in behalf of the attorney(s)-in-fact named above.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY has caused these presents to be signed and attested by its appropriate
officers and its corporate seal hereunto affixed this 20TH day of APRIL , 2005
Attest GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
STATE OF OHIO, COUNTY OF HAMILTON _ ss: DAVID C. KITCHIN (513-412-4602)
On this 20TH day of APRll,2005 ,before me personally appeared DAVID C. KITCHIN, to me known, being
duly sworn, deposes and says that he resides in Cincinnati, Ohio, that he is the Divisional Senior Vice President of the Bond Division of Great American
Insurance Company, the Company described in and which executed the above instrument; that he knows the seal of the said Company; that the seal affixed to
the said instrument is such corporate seal; that it was so affixed by authority of his office under the By-Laws of said Company, and that he signed his name
thereto by like authority.
This Power of Attorney is granted by authority of the following resolutions adopted by the Board of Directors of Great American Insurance Company
by unanimous written consent dated March I, 1993.
RESOLVED: That the Division President, the several Division Vice Presidents and Assistant Vice Presidents, or anyone of them, be and hereby is
authorized, from time to time, to appoint one or more Attorneys-in-Fact to execute on behalf of the Company, as surety, any and all bonds, undertakings and
contracts of suretyship, or other written obligations in the nature thereof; to prescribe their respective duties and the respective limits of their authority; and to
revoke any such appointment at any time.
RESOLVED FURTHER: That the Company seal and the signature of any of the aforesaid officers and any Secretary or Assistant Secretary of the
Company may be affv:ed by facsimile to any power of attorney or cert~ficate of either given for the execution of any bond, undertaking, contract or suretyship,
or other written obligation in the nature thereof, such signature and seal when so used being hereby adopted by the Company as the original signature of such
officer and the original seal of the Company, to be valid and binding upon the Company with the same force and effect as though manually affLXed.
CERTIFICATION
1, RONALD C. HAYES, Assistant Secretary of Great American Insurance Company, do hereby certify that the foregoing Power of Attorney and the
Resolutions of the Board of Directors of March I, 1993 have not been revoked and are now in full force and effect.
Signed and sealed this
6th
day of Augus t
2007
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Section A
Agreement
THIS AGREEMENT, made on the _ day of . 20-, by-and between
AUGUSTA, GEORGIA, BY AND THROUGH THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION,
party of the first part, hereinafter called the OWNER, and
party of the second part, hereinafter called the CONTRACTOR.
WITNESSETH, that the CONTRACTOR and the OWNER, for the considerations hereinafter
named, agree as follows:
ARTICLE I - SCOPE OF THE WORK
The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to furnish all of the materials and all of the equipment and
labor necessary, and to perform all of the work shown on the plans and described in the specifications for the
project entitled:
BROAD STREET SEWER REPLACEMENT
and in accordance with the requirements and provisions of the Contract Documents as defined in the General
and Special Conditions hereto attached, which are hereby made a part of this agreement.
ARTICLE II - TIME OF COMPLETION ILIOUIDATED DAMAGES
The work to be performed under this Contract shall be commenced within 10 calendar days
after the date of written notice by the OWNER to the CONTRACTOR to proceed. All work shall be
completed within _ calendar days with all such extensions of time as are provided for in the General
Conditions.
It is hereby understood and mutually agreed, by and between the CONTRACTOR and the
OWNER, that the date of beginning, rate of progress and the time for completion of the work to be done
hereunder are ESSENTIAL CONDITIONS of this contract. CONTRACTOR agrees that said work shall be
prosecuted regularly, diligently, and uninterruptedly at such rate of progress as will ensure full completion
thereof within the time specified. It is expressly understood and agreed by and between the CONTRACTOR
and the OWNER, that the time for completion of the work described herein is a reasonable time for
completion of the same, taking into consideration the average climatic range and construction conditions
prevailing in this locality.
IF THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NEGLECT, FAIL, OR REFUSE TO COMPLETE THE WORK
WITHIN THE TIME HEREIN SPECIFIED, then the CONTRACTOR does hereby agree, as a part of the
consideration for the awarding of this contract, to pay the OWNER the sum of two hundred and fifty and
no/lOOs ($250.00) Dollars, not as a penalty, but as liquidated damages for such breach of contract as
hereinafter set forth, for each and every calendar day that the CONTRACTOR shall be in default after the
time stipulated in the Contract for completing the work.
The said amount is fixed and agreed upon by and between the CONTRACTOR and the
OWNER because of the impracticability and extreme difficulty of fixing and ascertaining the actual damages
the OWNER would, in such event, sustain, and said amounts shall be retained from time to time by the
Owner from current periodical estimates.
It is further agreed that time is of the essence for each and every portion of this Contract, and
the specifications wherein a definite portion and certain length of time is fixed, if additional time is allowed
for the completion of any work, the new time limit fixed by extension shall be the essence of this contract.
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ARTICLE III - PAYMENT
(A) The Contract Sum
The OWNER shall pay to the CONTRACTOR for the performance of the Contract the amount
as stated in the Proposal and Schedule of Items. No variations shall be made in the amount except as set forth
in the specifications attached hereto.
(B) Progress Payment
On no later than the fifth day of every month, the Contractor shall submit to the OWNER's
Engineer (hereinafter called, the PROFESSIONAL) an estimate covering the percentage of the total amount of
the Contract which has been completed from the start of the job up to and including the last working day of
the preceding month, together with such supporting evidence as may be required by the Owner and/ or the
Professional. This estimate shall include only the quantities in place and at the unit prices as set forth in the
Bid Schedule.
On the vendor run following approval of the invoice for payment, the OWNER shall after
deducting previous payments made, pay to the CONTRACTOR 90% of the amount of the estimate on units
accepted in place. The 10% retained percentage may be held by the OWNER until the final completion and
. acceptance of all work under the Contract.
ARTICLE IV - ACCEPTANCE AND FINAL PAYMENT
(A) Upon receipt of written notice that the work is ready for final inspection and
acceptance, the Professional shall within 10 days make such inspection, and when he
finds the work acceptable under the Contract and the Contract fully performed, he
will promptly issue a final certificate, over his own signature, stating that the work
required by this Contract has been completed and is accepted by him under the
terms and conditions thereof, and the entire balance found to be due the
CONTRACTOR, including the retained percentage, shall be paid to the
CONTRACTOR by the OWNER within 15 days after the date of said final certificate.
(B) Before final payment is due, the CONTRACTOR shall submit evidence satisfactory to
the Professional that all payrolls, material bills, and other indebtedness connected with work have been paid,
except that in case of disputed indebtedness of liens of evidence of payment of all such disputed amounts
when adjudicated in cases where such payment has not already been guaranteed by surety bond.
(C) The making and acceptance of the final payment shall constitute a waiver of all
claims by the OWNER, other than those arising from unsettled liens, from faulty work appearing within 12
months after final payment, from requirements of the specifications, or from manufacturer's guarantees. It
shall also constitute a waiver of all claims by the CONTRACTOR except those previously made and still
unsettled.
(D) If after the work has been substantially completed, full completion thereof is
materially delayed through no fault of the CONTRACTOR, and the Professional, so certifies, the OWNER
shall upon certification of the Engineer, and without terminating the Contract, make payment of the balance
due for that portion of the work fully completed and accepted.
Each payment shall be made under the terms and conditions governing final payment, except
that it shall not constitute a waiver of claims.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement in three (3)
counterparts; each of which shall be deemed an original, in the year and day first mentioned above.
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OWNER:
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SECTIONPB
PERFORMANCE BOND
Bond No'- CA 334 37 84
(NOTE:
THIS BOND IS ISSUED SIMUL TANEOUSL Y WITH PAYMENT BOND ON PAGE
PB-3, IN FAVOR OF THE OWNER CONDITIONED FOR THE PAYMENT OF
LABOR AND MATERIAL.)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
That Beam's Contracting, Inc. as Principal,
hereinafter called Contractor, and Great American Insurance Company
a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of
Ohio
,with
its principal office in the City of r.inC'innRti ,State of Ohio ,as Surety,
hereinafter called Surety, are held and firmly bound unto AUGUST A, GEORGIA BY AND
THROUGH THE AUGUSTA COMMISSION as Obligee, hereinafter called the Owner, in the
penal amount of Three Hundred Seventeen THousand Eight Dollars ($11 7, RR'l ('\0 ) for
h hwereifr El-ght:v FS\ve a:nd ncglOO - . .
the payment w ereo on actor and urety DIDQ emselves, theIr heIrs, executors,
administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents for the
faithful performance of a certain written agreement.
WHEREAS, Contractor has by said written agreement dated
entered into a contract with Owner for the BROAD STREET SEWER REPLACEMENT in
accordance with the drawings and specifications issued by the Augusta Utilities Department and
the Augusta-Richmond County Commission, which contract is by reference made a part hereof,
and is hereinafter referred to as the the CONTRACT .
NOW, THEREFORE, the condition of this obligation is such that, if Contractor shall promptly
and faithfully perform said CONTRACT, then this obligation shall be null and void; otherwise it
shall remain in full force and effect.
The Surety hereby waives notice of any alteration or extension of time made by the Owner.
Whenever Contractor shall be, and declared by Owner to be in default under the
CONTRACT, the Owner having performed Owner's obligations thereunder, the Surety may
promptly remedy the default, or shall promptly
(1) Complete the CONTRACT in accordance with its terms and conditions, or
(2) Obtain a bid or bids for completing the Contract in accordance with its terms and conditions,
and upon determination by Surety of the lowest responsible bidder, or, if the Owner elects,
upon determination by the Owner and the Surety jointly of the lowest responsible bidder,
arrange for a contract between such bidder and Owner, and make available as Wark
progresses (even though there should be a default a succession of
PB-I
defaults under the contract or contracts of completion arranged under this paragraph)
sufficient funds to pay the cost of completion less the balance of the contract price; but not
exceeding, including other costs and damages for which the Surety may be liable hereunder,
the amount set forth in the first paragraph hereof. The,term 'balance of the contract price," as
used in this paragraph, shall mean the total amount payable by Owner to Contractor under the
Contract and any amendments thereto, less the amount properly paid by Owner to Contractor.
Any suit under this bond must be instituted before the expiration of tvvo (2) years
from the date on which final payment under the CONTRACT falls due.
No right of action shall accrue on this bond to or for the use of any person or
corporation other than the Owner named herein or the heirs, executors, administrators or
successors of the Owner.
Signed and sealed this
Co
day of -5.epkmh-e Y' A. D. 20127
Witness ~ r'Y\ &tWV0
Beam's Contracting, Inc.
(Contractor)
(Seal)
Attest ~. '1. 1~ . ~<-t(1""'1
BYW~~I~
(Title)
(Seal)
Witness
Great American Insurance Com~~n
(Surety)
Attest 714A ~
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BY,6:. d,u<L.) .lif~
(Title) .
Attorney-in-F"acl:
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SECTION PB
LABOR AND MATERIAL PAYMENT BOND
Bond No. CA 334 3 7 84
NOTE:
THIS BOND IS ISSUED SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH PERFORMANCE BOND
ON PAGE PB-I, IN FAVOR OF THE OWNER CONDITIONED FOR THE
PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK.)
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
That Beam's Contracting, Inc.
as Principal,
hereinafter called Contractor, and
Great American Insurance Company
a corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of
Ohio
with
its principal office in the City of Cincinnati , State of Ohio as
Surety, hereinafter called Surety, are held and firmly bound unto AUGUSTA, GEORGIA BY
AND THROUGH THE AUGUSTA-RICHMOND COUNTY COMMISSION, as Obligee,
hereinaftercalled the Owner, for the use and benefit of claimants as hereinbelow defined in the
amount of Three Hundred Seve~teen Thousand Eignt HundredDollars ($317,885.00 )
ElghLY Five and no/lOa ----
for the payment whereof Contractor and Surety bind themselves, their heirs, executors,
administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
WHEREAS, Contractor has by written agreement dated entered
into a contract with Owner for the BROAD STREET SEWER REPLACEMENT in accordance with
drawings and specifications issued by the Augusta Utilities Department and Augusta-Richmond
County COrnnUssion, which contract is by reference made a part hereof, and is hereinafter referred to
as the CONTRACT.
NOW, THEREFORE, the condition of this obligation is such that, if the Contractor
shall promptly make payment to all claimants as hereinafter defined, for all labor and material used
or reasonably required to use in the performance of the CONTRACT, then this obligation shall be
void; otherwise it shall remain in full force and effect, subject, howeveri to the following conditions:
(1) A claimant is defined as one having a direct contract with the Contractor or with a
subcontractor of the Contractor for labor, material, or both, used or reasonably
required for use in the performance of the contract, labor and material being
construed as to include that part of water, gas, power, light, heat oil, gasoline,
telephone service or rental of equipment directly applicable to the CONTRACT .
(2) The above named Contractor and Surety hereby jointly and severally agree with the
Owner that every claimant as herein defined, who has not been paid in full before
the expiration of a period of ninety (90) days after the date on which the last of such
PB-3
claimant's work or labor was done or performed, or materials were furnished by such
claimant, may sue on this bond for the use of such claimant, prosecute the suit to
final judgement for such sum or sums as may be justly due claimant, and-have
execution thereon. The Owner shall not be liable for the payment of any costs or
expenses of any such suit.
(3) No suit or action shall be commenced hereunder by any claimant,
(a)
Unless claimant, other than one having a direct contract with the Contractor,
shall have given written notice to any two of the following: The Contractor,
the Owner, or the Surety above named, within ninety (90) days after such
claimant did or performed the last of the work or labor, or furnished the last
of the materials for which said claim is made, stating with substantial
accuracy the amount claimed and the name of the party to whom the
materials were furnished, or for whom the work or labor was done or
performed. Such notice shall be served by mailing the same by registered
mail or certified mail, postage prepaid, in an envelope addressed to the
Contractor, Owner or Surety, at any place where an office regularly
maintained for the transaction of business, or served in any manner in which
legal process may be served in the state in which the aforesaid project is
located, save that such service need not be made by a public officer.
(b)
After the expiration of one ( I) year following the date on which Contractor
ceased work on said CONTRACT, it being understood, however, that if any
limitation embodied in this bond is prohibited by any law controlling the
construction hereof, such limitation shall be deemed to be amended so as to
be equal to the minimum period of limitation permitted by such law.
(c)
Other than in a state court of competent jurisdiction in and for the county or
other political subdivision of the state in which the project, or any part
thereof, is situated, or in the United States District Court for the district in
which the project, or any part thereof, is situated, and not elsewhere.
(4) The amount of this bond shall be reduced by and to the extent of any payment or
payments made in good faith hereunder, inclusive of the payment by Surety of
mechanics' liens which may be filed of record against said improvement, whether or
not claim for the amount of such lien be presented under and against this bond.
PB-4
Witness
Attest
Witness
Signed and sealed this
~m&~
~1'~7 I 5c,'t..~
Atlest/1~ ~
lp
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day of ~ X(\~. D. 20..D..7 .
Beam's Contracting, Inc. (Seal)
(Contractor)
By (,J . ~ltW(Seal)
(Title)
Great American Insurance Comp~l)
(Surety)
B~-.:J4~)
f Attorney-inl'.911~~ .
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e
GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY@
Administrative Office: 580 WALNUT STREET . CINCINNATI, OHIO 45202 . 513-369-5000 . FAX 513-723-2740
The number of persons authorized by
this power of attorney is not more than THREE
No.O 17456
POWER OF ATTORNEY
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That the GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY, a corporation organized and existing
under and by virtue of the laws of the State of Ohio, does hereby nominate, constitute and appoint the person or persons named below its true and lawful attorney-
in-fact, for it and in its name, place and stead to execute in behalf of the said Company, as surety, any and all bonds, undertakings and contracts of suretyship, or
other written obligations in the nature thereof; provided that the liability of the said Company on any such bond, undertaking or contract of suretyship executed
under this authority shall not exceed the limit stated below.
Name
Address
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA
MACON, GEORGIA
Limit of Power
ALL
$75,000,000.
BARBARA H. REGISTER
HERBERT L. DECUERS
JOHN R. WALKER
This Power of Attorney revokes all previous powers issued in behalf of the attorney(s)-in-fact named above.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY has caused these presents to be signed and attested by its appropriate
officers and its corporate seal hereunto affixed this 20TH day of APRIL , 2005
Attest GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
STATE OF OHIO, COUNTY OF HAMILTON _ ss: DAVID c. KITCHIN (513-412-4602)
On this 20TH day of APRIL,2005 , before me personally appeared DAVID C. KITCHIN, to me known, being
duly sworn, deposes and says that he resides in Cincinnati, Ohio, that he is the Divisional Senior Vice President of the Bond Division of Great American
Insurance Company, the Company described in and which executed the above instrument; that he knows the seal of the said Company; that the seal affixed to
the said instrument is such corporate seal; that it was so affixed by authority of his office under the By-Laws of said Company, and that he signed his name
thereto by like authority.
This Power of Attorney is granted by authority of the following resolutions adopted by the Board of Directors of Great American Insurance Company
by unanimous written consent dated March 1, 1993.
RESOLVED: That the Division President, the several Division Vice Presidents and Assistant Vice Presidents, or anyone of them, be and hereby is
authorized, from time to time, to appoint one or more Attorneys-in-Fact to execute on behalf of the Company, as surety, any and all bonds, undertakings and
contracts of suretyship, or other written obligations in the nature thereof; to prescribe their respective duties and the respective limits of their authority; and to
revoke any such appointment at any time.
RESOLVED FURTHER: That the Company seal and the signature ()f any of the aforesaid officers and any Secretary or Assistant S.ecretary of the
Company may be affixed by facsimile to any power of attorney or certificate of either given for the execution of any bond, undertaking, contract or suretyship,
or other written obligation in the nature thereof, such signature and seal when so used being hereby adopted by the Company as the original signature of such
officer and the original seal of the Company, to be valid and binding upon the Company with the same force and effect as though manually affixed.
CERTIFICATION
I, RONALD C. HAYES, Assistant Secretary of Great American Insurance Company, do hereby certify that the foregoing Power of Attorney and the
Resolutions of the Board of Directors of March 1, 1993 have not been revoked and are now in full force and effect.
Signed and sealed this
day of
S1029U (4-04)
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Client#: 4703
BEAMSCON
ACORDTM CERTIFICATE OF LIABILITY INSURANCE
DATE (MM/DD/YYYY)
09/04/07
THIS CERTIFICATE IS ISSUED AS A MATTER OF INFORMATION
ONLY AND CONFERS NO RIGHTS UPON THE CERTIFICATE
HOLDER. THIS CERTIFICATE DOES NOT AMEND, EXTEND OR
ALTER THE COVERAGE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES BELOW.
PRODUCER
Davis-Garvin Agency, Inc.
PO Box 21627
Columbia, SC 29221-1627
800845-3163
Beam's Contracting, Inc
2335 Atomic Road
Beech Island, SC 29842
INSURERS AFFORDING COVERAGE
INSURER A: Capital City Insurance Company
INSURER B: Hartford Insurance Company
INSURER c:
INSURER D:
INSURER E:
NAIC#
30589
INSURED
COVERAGES
THE POLICIES OF INSURANCE LISTED BELOW HAVE BEEN ISSUED TO THE INSURED NAMED ABOVE FOR THE POLICY PERIOD INDICATED. NOTWITHSTANDING
ANY REQUIREMENT, TERM OR CONDITION OF ANY CONTRACT OR OTHER DOCUMENT WITH RESPECT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE ISSUED OR
MAY PERTAIN, THE INSURANCE AFFORDED BY THE POLICIES DESCRIBED HEREIN IS SUBJECT TO ALL THE TERMS, EXCLUSIONS AND CONDITIONS OF SUCH
POLICIES. AGGREGATE LIMITS SHOWN MAY HAVE BEEN REDUCED BY PAID CLAIMS.
LTR NS~~ TYPE OF INSURANCE POLICY NUMBER PJll-~~~~~~~8tWIE P~~fl,~:'~~N LIMITS
A GENERAL LIABILITY 01CLOO0845 04/01/07 04/01/08 EACH OCCURRENCE $1,000,000
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X COMMERCIAL GENERAL LIABILITY $100 000
I CLAIMS MADE [K] OCCUR MED EXP (Anyone person) $5,000
~ PD Ded:1,OOO PERSONAL & ADV INJURY $1 000 000
GENERAL AGGREGATE $2.000.000
I--
n'L AGGRnE LIMIT APnS PER: PRODUCTS - COMP/OP AGG $2 000 000
POLICY ~~g;: LOC
A ~TOMOBILE LIABILITY 01CAOO0846 04/01/07 04/01/08 COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT
~ ANY AUTO (Ea accident) $1,000,000
ALL OWNED AUTOS BODILY INJURY
I-- $
SCHEDULED AUTOS (Per person)
I--
~ HIRED AUTOS BODILY INJURY
$
~ NON-OWNED AUTOS (Per accident)
I-- PROPERTY DAMAGE $
(Per accident)
RRAGE LIABILITY AUTO ONLY - EA ACCIDENT $
ANY AUTO OTHER THAN EA ACC $
AUTO ONLY: AGG $
A EXCESS/UMBRELLA LIABILITY 01UL001273 04/01/07 04/01/08 EACH OCCURRENCE $6 000 000
W OCCUR D CLAIMS MADE AGGREGATE $6.000,000
$
~ DEDUCTIBLE $
X RETENTION $ 10000 $
A WORKERS COMPENSATION AND 01WCOO0540 04/01/07 04/01/08 X I T"/.~H~J,~;, I IOJ~-
EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY $500,000
ANY PROPRIETOR/PARTNER/EXECUTIVE E.L. EACH ACCIDENT
OFFICER/MEMBER EXCLUDED? E.L. DISEASE - EA EMPLOYEE $500.000
If yes, describe under E.L. DISEASE - POLICY LIMIT $500,000
SPECIAL PROVISIONS below
B OTHER Leased or 22MSBE1528 04101/07 04/01/08 $200,000 Limit
Rented Equipment $5,000 Deductible
DESCRIPTION OF OPERATIONS / LOCATIONS / VEHICLES / EXCLUSIONS ADDED BY ENDORSEMENT / SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Project: Broad Street Sewer Replacement, Augusta, Georgia
CERTIFICATE HOLDER
CANCELLATION
Augusta-Richmond County Commission
Attn: Max Hicks
Augusta Utilities Department
360 Bay Street, Suite 180
Augusta, GA 30911
SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION
DATE THEREOF, THE ISSUING INSURER WILL ENDEAVOR TO MAIL -3Q.... DAYS WRITTEN
NOTICE TO THE CERTIFICATE HOLDER NAMED TO THE LEFT, BUT FAILURE TO DO SO SHALL
IMPOSE NO OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY OF ANY KIND UPON THE INSURER, ITS AGENTS OR
REPRESENTATIVES.
AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE
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CONFLICT OF lNTEREST:
It shall be unethical for any City of Augusta business or participant directly or indirectly in a procurement contract when the
employee or official knows that:
(a) the employee or <?fficial or any member of the employee's or official's immediate family has a substantial
interest or financial interest pertaining to the procurement contract, except that the purchase of goods and
services from businesses which a member of the Commission or other City of Augusta employee has a
financial interest is authorized as per O. C. G.A. 36-1-14, or the procurement contract is awarded pursuant to
o. C. G.A. 45-10-22 and 45-10- 24, or the transaction is excepted from said restrictions by O. C. G.A. 45-10-25;
(b) Any other person, business, or organization with whom the employee or official of any member of an
employee's or officials immediate family is negotiating or has an arrangement concerning prospective
employment is involved in the procurement contract.
Any employee or official or any member of an employee's or official immediate family who holds a
substantial interest or fmancial interest in a disclosed blind trust shall not be deemed to have a conflict of
interest with regard to matters pertaining to that substantial interest or financial interest.
I, (vendor) :K~c:;. CDAJT"j;.Af!....TJI-lC. .:rNC- .
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have read and understand the information
contained in the bid specifications.
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GEORGIA SECURITY AND IMMIGRATION COMPLIANCE ACT OF 2006
Effective July 1, 2007, the following language is required to be included in all
contracts entered into by the Department for the physical performance of
services within this State:
"A. Pursuant to the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act of 2006,
the Contractor understands and agrees that compliance with the requirements of
a.c.G.A. S 13-10-91 and Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.02 are
conditions of this Agreement. The Contractor further agrees that such
compliance shall be attested by the Contractor through execution of the
contractor affidavit required by Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.07,
or a substantially similar contractor affidavit. The Contractor's fully executed
affidavit is attached hereto as Exhibit _ and is incorporated into this Agreement
by reference herein.
B. By initialing in the appropriate line below, the Contractor certifies that the
following employee-number category as identified in a.c.G.A. S 13-10-91 is
applicable to the Contractor:
1 . 500 or more employees;
2. 100 or more employees;
3. V Fewer than 100 employees.
C. The Contractor understands and agrees that, in the event the Contractor
employs or contracts with any subcontractor or subcontractors in connection with
this Agreement, the Contractor shall:
1. Secure from each such subcontractor an indication of the employee-
number category as identified in a.c.G.A.S 13-10-91 that is applicable
to the subcontractor;
2. Secure from each such subcontractor an a.ttestation of the
subcontractor's compliance with a.c.G.A. S 13-10-91 and Georgia
Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.02 by causing each such
subcontractor to execute the subcontractor affidavit required by
Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.08, or a substantially
similar subcontractor affidavit. The Contractor further understands and
agrees that the Contractor shall require the executed subcontractor
affidavit to become a part of the agreement between the Contractor
and each such subcontractor. The Contractor agrees to maintain
records of each subcontractor attestation required hereunder for
inspection by the Department at any time."
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ST ATE OF GEORGIA
RICHMOND COUNTY
CONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT AND AGREEMENT
COMES NOW before me, the undersigned officer duly authorized to administer
oaths, the undersigned ~ontractor, who, after being duly sworn, states as follows:
1.
By executing this affidavit, the undersigned contractor verifies its compliance
with O.C.G.A. S 13-10-91 and Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.02, stating
affirmatively that the individual, firm, or corporation which is contracting with the
Georgia Department of Natural Resources has registered with and is participating in a
federal work authorization pro gram * in accordance with the applicability provisions and
deadlines established in O.c.G.A. S 13-10-91 and Georgia Department of Labor Rule
300-10-1-.02.
2.
The undersigned contractor further agrees that, should it employ or contract with
any subcontractor(s) in connection with the physical performance of services pursuant to
the contract with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources of which this affidavit.is
a part, the undersigned contractor will secure from such subcontractor(s) similar
verification of compliance with O.C.G.A. S 13-10-91 and Georgia Department of Labor
Rule 300-10-1-.02 through the subcontractor's execution of the subcontractor affidavit
required by Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.08 or a substantially similar
subcontractor affidavit. The undersigned contractor further agrees to maintain records of
such compliance and provide a copy of each such verification to the Georgia Department
of Natural Resources at the time the subcontractor(s) is retained to perform such service.
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EEV / Basic Pilot Program User Identification Number
FURTHER AFFIANT SA YETH NOT.
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BY: . Auth~ri~d Officer or Agenr
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Contractor Name. .J
gIll/OJ
Date
T ,.-f'>~ 'V) re.;-
Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Contractor
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Printed aine of Authorized Officer or Agent
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Sworn to and subscribed before me
This ~ day of (J .11 &' ' 2007
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Notary Public Oloe'lCJ9
QUJ9Dea saUd
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My commission expires: Aa~8itaN37~ 'elON
* Any of the electronic verification of work authorization programs operated by the
United States Department of Homeland Security or any equivalent federal work
authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security
to verify information of newly hired employees, pursuant to the Immigration Reform and
Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), P.L. 99-603. As of the effective date ofO.C.G.A. S 13-10-
91, the applicable federal work authorization program is the "EEV / Basic Pilot Program"
operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Bureau ofthe U.S.
Department of Homeland Security, in conjunction with the Social Security
Administration (SSA).
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STATE OF GEORGIA
RICHMOND COUNTY
SUBCONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT
COMES NOW before me, the undersigned officer. duly authorized to administer
oaths, the undersigned ~ubcontractor, who, after being duly SWOITl, states as follows:
By executing this affidavit, the undersigned subcontractor verifies its compliance
with O.C.G.A. S 13-10-91 and Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.02, stating
affirmatively that the individual, firm, or corporation which is engaged in the physical
performance of services under a contract with
(name of contractor) on behalf of the Georgia Department of Natural Resources has
registered with and is participating in a federal work authorization pro gram * in
accordance with the applicability provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A.S 13-
10-91 and Georgia Department of Labor Rule 300-10-1-.02.
NPr-
EEV / Basic Pilot Program User Identification Number
FURTHER AFFIANT SA YETH NOT.
BY: Authorized Officer orAgent
Date
Subcontractor Name
Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Subcontractor
Printed Name of Authorized Officer or Agent
Sworn to and subscribed before me
This ~ day of , 2007
Notary Public
My commission expires:
* Any of the electronic verification of work authorization programs operated by the United States
Department of Homeland Security or any equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the
United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly hired employees, pursuant
to the Immigration Reform and Cop.trol Act of 1986 (IRCA), P.L. 99-603. As of the effective date of
a.c.G.A. 9 13-10-91, the applicable federal work authorization program is the "EEV / Basic Pilot
Program" operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Bureau of the U.S. Department of
Homeland Security, in conjunction with the Social Security Administration (SSA).
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NOTICE OFA WARD
DATE:
CONTRACTOR:
ADDRESS:
City
State Zip Code
PROJECT: Broad Street Sewer Replacement
PROJECT NO: 80700050
At a meeting of the
you were awarded the Contract for the following Project:
Laney Walker Emergency Sewer Replacement
The emergency nature of this project dictated that the notice to proceed preclude this notification.
Commission held on (Date)
Enclosed please find 5
copies of the Contract Documents for your execution. Please complete the necessary
pages, affixing signatures, dates, notary and/or corporate seals, etc. where necessary and return to this office immimmwithin
Immediately from the notice of this letter.
The Certificate of Insurance must be complete.
Power of Attorney must be submitted in triplicate; an original and two copies is permissible.
Very truly yours,
Augusta Program Management Team
Project Engineer
Reciept of this NOTICE OF AWARD is hereby acknowledged this, the
day of
2007
Contractor By
Please sign and return one copy of this Notice of Award Acknowledgement to:
Augusta Utilities Department
Attn: Program Managers
360 Bay Street, Suite 180
Augusta, GA 30901
Title
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NOTICE TO PROCEED
DATE:
TO: Name
Attn:Firm Contact
Address1
City, State 30901
PROJECT: BROAD STREET SEWER REPLACEMENT
PROJECT NO:
You are hereby notified to commence WORK in accordance with the Agreement dated
on or before
, and you are to complete the WORK within
consecutive calendar days thereafter. The date of completion of all WORK is therefore
Very truly yours,
Augusta Program Management Team
Project Engineer
Receipt of this NOTICE TO PROCEED is hereby acknowledged
This, the
day of
. 2007
Contractor:
By:
Title:
Please sign and return one copy of this Notice to Proceed Acknowledgement to:
Augusta Utilities Department
Attn: Program Managers
360 Bay Street, Suite 180
Augusta, GA 30901
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Revision Date
August 2001
GENERAL CONDITIONS
ARTICLE I--DEFINITIONS
Wherever used in these General Conditions or in the other Contract Documents the following terms have the
meanings indicated, which are applicable to both the singular and plural thereof:
Addenda-Any changes, revisions or clarifications of the Contract Documents which have been duly issued by
OWNER to prospective Bidders prior to the time of opening of Bids.
Agreement-The written agreement between OWNER and CONTRACTOR covering the Work to be performed;
other Contract Documents are attached to the Agreement and made a part thereof as provided therein.
Application for Payment-The form accepted by PROFESSIONAL which is to be used by CONTRACTOR in
requesting progress or final payments and which is to include such supporting documentation as is required by
the Contract Documents.
Bid- The offer or proposal of the bidder submitted on the prescribed form setting forth the price(s) for the Work
to be performed.
Bonds-Bid, performance and payment bonds and other instruments of security furnished by CONTRACTOR
and its Surety in accordance with the Contract Documents.
Change Order-- A document recommended by PROFESSIONAL, which is signed by CONTRACTOR and
OWNER, and authorizes an addition, deletion or revision in the Work, or an adjustment in the Contract Price
or the Contract Time, issued on or after the Effective Date of the Agreement.
Contract Documents-The Agreement: Addenda (which pertain to the Contract Documents); CONTRACTOR's
Bid (including documentation accompanying the Bid and any post-Bid documentation submitted prior tothe
Notice of Award) when attached as an exhibit to the Agreement; the Bonds; these General Conditions; the
Supplementary Conditions; the Plans,. Specifications and the Drawings as the same are more specifically
identified in the Agreement; Certificates of Insurance; Notice of Award; and Change Order duly delivered after
execution of Contract together with all amendments, modifications and supplements issued pursuant to
paragraphs 3.3 and 3.5 or after the Effective Date of the Agreement.
Contract Price- The moneys payable by OWNER to CONTRACTOR under the Contract Documents as stated
in the Agreement (subject to the provisions of paragraph 11.9.1 in the case of Unit Price Work).
Contract Time- The number of days (computed as provided in paragraph 17.2.1) or the date stated in the
Agreement for the completion of the Work.
CONTRACTOR-The person, firm or corporation with whom OWNER has entered into the Agreement.
COUNTY-Richmond County, Georgia, or Augusta, Georgia, political subdivisions of the State of Georgia, the
Augusta-Richmond County Commission, and its authorized designees, agents, or employees.
Day-Either a working day or calendar day as specified in the bid documents. If a calendar day shall fall on a
legal holiday, that day will be omitted from the computation. Legal Holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther
King Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day and the following Friday,
and Christmas Day.
Defective-An adjective which, when modifying the word Work, refers to Work that is unsatisfactory, faulty or
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deficient, does not conform to the Contract Documents, or does not meet the requirements of any inspection,
reference standard, test or approval referred to in the Contract Documents, or has been damaged prior to
PROFESSIONAL's recommendation of final payment, unless responsibility for the protection thereof has been
assumed by OWNER at Substantial Completion (in accordance with paragraph 14.8 or 14.10).
Drawings-The drawings which show the character and scope of the Work to be performed and which have
been prepared or approved by PROFESSIONAL and are referred to in the Contract Documents.
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Effective Date of the Agreement-The date indicated in the Agreement on which it becomes effective, but if no
such date is indicated it means the date on which the Agreement is signed by the Mayor of Augusta, Georgia.
Field Order-A written order issued by PROFESSIONAL that modifies Drawings and Specifications, but which
does not involve a change in the Contract Price or the Contract Time.
General Requirements-Sections of Division I of the Specifications.
Laws or Regulations-Laws, rules, regulations, ordinances, codes and/or orders.
Notice of A ward- The written notice by OWNER to the apparent successful bidder stating that upon compliance
by the apparent successful bidder with the conditions precedent enumerated therein, within the time specified,
OWNER will sign and deliver the Agreement.
Notice to Proceed-A written notice given by OWNER to CONTRACTOR (with a copy to PROFESSIONAL)
fixing the date on which the Contract Time will commence to run and on which CONTRACTOR shall start to
perform CONTRACTOR'S obligations under the Contract Documents.
OWNER- Augusta, Georgia, and the Augusta-Richmond County Commission.
Partial Utilization-Placing a portion of the Work in service for the purpose for which it is intended or for a
related purpose) before reaching Substantial Completion tor all the Work.
PROFESSIONAL~The Architectural/Engineering firm or individual or in-house licensed person designated to
perform the design and/or resident engineer services for the Work.
PROGRAM MANAGER - The professional firm or individual designated as the representative or the OWNER
who shall act as liaison between OWNER and both the PROFESSIONAL and CONTRACTOR when project is
part of an OWNER designated program.
Project-The total construction of which the Work to be provided under the Contract Documents may be the
whole, or a part, as indicated elsewhere in the Contract Documents.
Project Area-The area within which are the specified Contract Limits of the improvements contemplated to be
constructed in whole or in part under this Contract.
Project Manager-The professional in charge, serving OWNER with architectural or engineering services, his
successor, or any other person or persons, employed bysaid OWNER, forthe purpose of directing or having
in charge the work embraced in this Contract.
Resident Project Representative- The authorized representative of PROFESSIONAL as PROGRAM
MANAGER who is assigned to the site or any part thereof.
Shop Drawings-All drawings, diagrams, illustrations, schedules and other data which are specifically prepared
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by or for CONTRACTOR to illustrate some portion of the Work and all illustrations, brochures, standard
schedules, performance charts, instructions, diagrams and other information prepared by a Supplier and
submitted by CONTRACTOR to illustrate material or equipment for some portion of the Work.
Specificatians-Those portions .of the Contract Documents consisting .of written technical descriptions .of
materials, equipment, construction systems, standards and workmanship as applied to the Work and certain
administrative details applicable thereto.
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Subcantractor-An individual, firm or corporation having a direct contract with CONTRACTOR or with any other
SUBCONTRACTOR for the performance of a part of the Work at the site.
Substantial Campletian-The Work (or a specified part thereof) has progressed to the point where, in the
opinion of PROFESSIONAL as evidenced by PROFESSIONAL's definitive certificate of Substantial
Completion, it is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so that the Work (or
specified part) can be used for the purposes for which it is intended, .or if there be no such certificate issued,
when final payment is due in accordance with paragraph 14.13. The terms "substantially complete" and
"substantially completed" as applied to any Work refer to Substantial Completion thereof.
Supplementary Canditians- The part of the Contract Documents which amends .or supplements these General
Conditions.
Supplier-A manufacturer, fabricator, supplier, distributor, materialman .or vendor.
Undergraund Facilities-All pipelines, conduits, ducts, cables, wires, manholes, vaults, tanks, tunnels or other
such facilities or attachments, and any encasement containing such facilities which have been installed
underground to furnish any .of the following services or materials: electricity, gases, steam, liquid petroleum
products, telephone or other communicatians, cable television, sewage and drainage removal, traffic or other
cantrol systems, or water.
Unit Price Work-Work ta be paid for on the basis of unit prices.
Wark- The entire completed construction .or the various separately identifiable parts thereaf required to be
furnished under the Contract Documents. Work is the result of performing services, furnishing labor and
furnishing and incorporating materials and equipment into the construction, and furnishing documents, all as
required by the Contract Documents.
Wark Change Directive-A written directive to CONTRACTOR, issued on or after the Effective Date of the
Agreement and signed by OWNER and recammended by PROFESSIONAL, ordering an addition, deletion or
revision in the Work, or responding to differing or unfareseen physical conditions under which the Work is to
be perfarmed as provided in paragraph 4.2 or 4.3 or to emergencies under paragraph 6.22. A Wark Change
Directive may not change the Contract Price or the Contract Time but is evidence that the parties expect that
the change dirE;lcted or documented by a Wark Change Directive will be incorporated in a subsequently issued
Change Order following negotiations by the parties as to its effect, if any, on the Contract Price or Contract
Time as provided in Article 10.
Written Amendment-A written amendment of the Contract Documents, signed by OWNER and
CONTRACTOR on .or after the Effective Date of the Agreement and normally dealing with the non-engineering
or non-technical rather than strictly Work-related aspects of the Contract Documents.
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ARTICLE 2-PRELIMINARY MATTERS
Delivery of Bonds:
2.1. When CONTRACTOR delivers the executed Agreements to OWNER, CONTRACTOR shall also
deliver to OWNER such Bonds as CONTRACTOR may be required to furnish in accordance with these
Contract Documents.
Copies of Documents:
2.2. After the award of the Contract, OWNER shall furnish CONTRACTOR, at no cost, one (1)
complete set of the Contract Documents for execution of the work. Additional sets of the project manual and
drawings and/or individual pages or sheets of the project manual or drawings will be furnished by COUNTY
upon CONTRACTOR's request and at CONTRACTOR's expense, which will be OWNER's standard charges
for printing and reproduction.
Commencement of Contract Time, Notice to Proceed:
2.3. The Contract Time shall commence as established in the Notice to Proceed. A Notice to Proceed'
may be given at any time after the Effective Date of the Contract.
Starting the Project:
2.4. CONTRACTOR shall begin the Work on the date the Contract Time commences. No Work shall
be done prior to the date on which the Contract Time commences. Any Work performed by CONTRACTOR
prior to date on which Contract Time commences shall be at the sole risk of CONTRACTOR.
Before Starting Construction:
2.5. Before undertaking each part of the Work, CONTRACTOR shall carefully study and compare the
Contract Documents and check and verify pertinent figures shown thereon and all applicable field
measurements. CONTRACTOR shall promptly report in writing to PROFESSIONAL any conflict, error,
ambiguity, or discrepancy which CONTRACTOR may discover and shall obtain a written interpretation or
clarification from PROFESSIONAL before proceeding with any Work affected thereby. CONTRACTOR shall
be liable to OWNER for failure to report any conflict, error, ambiguity or discrepancy in the Contract
Documents, if CONTRACTOR knew or reasonably should have known thereof.
2.6. Within ten days after the Effective Date of the Agreement (unless otherwise specified in the
General Requirements), CONTRACTOR shall submit to PROFESSIONAL and OWNER for review:
2.6.1. an estimated progress schedule indicating the starting and completion dates of the various
stages of the Work:
2.6.2. a preliminary schedule of Shop Drawing and Sample submissions, and
2.6.3. a preliminary schedule of values for all of the Work which will include quantities and prices of
items aggregating the Contract Price and will subdivide the Work into component parts in sufficient detail to
serve as the basis for progress payments during construction. Such prices will include an appropriate amount
of overhead and profit applicable to each item of Work which will be confirmed in writing by CONTRACTOR at
the time of submission.
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2.7. Before any Work at the site is started, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to OWNER, with copies to
each additional insured identified in the Supplementary Conditions, an original policy or certified copies of each
insurance policy (and other evidence of insurance which OWNER may reasonably request) which
CONTRACTOR is required to purchase and maintain in accordance with Article 5.
Pre-construction Conference:
2.8. Before any Work at the site is started, a conference attended by CONTRACTOR, OWNER,
PROFESSIONAL and others as appropriate will be held to establish a working understanding among the
parties as to the Work and to discuss the schedules referred to in 2.6 as well as procedures for handling
Shop Drawings and other submittals, processing applications for payment and maintaining required records.
Finalizing Schedules:
2.9. At least ten days before submission of the first Application for Payment, a conference attended by
CONTRACTOR, PROFESSIONAL and OWNER and others as appropriate will be held to finalize the
schedules submitted in accordance with paragraph 2.6. CONTRACTOR shall have an additional ten (10)
calendar days to make corrections and adjustments and to complete and resubmit the schedules. No
progress payment shall be made to CONTRACTOR until the schedules are submitted and acceptable to
OWNER and PROFESSIONAL as provided below. The finalized progress schedule will be acceptable to
OWNER and PROFESSIONAL as providing an orderly progression of the Work to completion within any
specified Milestones and the Contract Time, but such acceptance will neither impose on PROFESSIONAL
responsibility for the sequencing, scheduling or progress of the Work nor interfere with or relieve
CONTRACTOR from full responsibility therefor. The finalized schedule of Shop Drawing submissions and
Sample submissions will be acceptable to PROFESSIONAL as providing a workable arrangement for
reviewing and processing the submissions. CONTRACTOR's schedule of values shall be approved by
PROFESSIONAL as to form and substance.
CONTRACTOR, in addition to preparing an initially acceptable schedule, shall be responsible for
maintaining the schedule, including updating schedule. Schedule updates shall include progression of work
as compared to scheduled progress on work. Schedule updates shall accompany each pay request.
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ARTICLE 3-CONTRACT DOCUMENTS; INTENT,
AMENDING, REUSE
Intent:
3.1. The Contract Documents comprise the entire agreement between OWNER and CONTRACTOR
concerning the Work. The Contract Documents are complementary: what is called for by one is as binding as
if called for by all. The Contract Documents will be construed in accordance with the law of the State of
Georgia.
3.2. It is the intent of the Contract Documents to describe a functionally complete Project (or part
thereof) to be constructed in accordance with the Contract Documents. Any Work, materials or equipment
that may reasonably be inferred from the Contract Documents or from prevailing custom or trade usage as
being required to produce the intended result will be supplied whether or not specifically called for. When
words or phrases which have a well-known technical or construction industry or trade meaning are used to
describe Work, materials or equipment, such words shall be interpreted in accordance with that meaning.
3.3. Except as otherwise specifically stated in the Contract Documents or as may be provided by
amendment or supplement thereto issued by one of the methods indicated in 3.6 or 3.7, the provisions of the
Contract Documents shall take precedence in resolving any conflict, error, ambiguity or discrepancy between
the provisions of the Contract Documents and the provisions of any such standard, specification,manual,
code or instruction (whether or not specifically incorporated by reference in the Contract Documents) and the
provisions of any such Laws or Regulations applicable to the performance of the Work (unless such an
interpretation of the provisions of the Contract Documents would result in violation of such Law or Regulation).
Clarifications and interpretations of the Contract Documents shall be issued by PROFESSIONAL as provided
in paragraph 9.4.
3.4. Reference to standards, specifications, manuals or codes of any technical society, organization or
association, or to the Laws or Regulations of any governmental authority, whether such reference be specific
or by implication, shall mean the latest standard, specification, manual, code or Laws or Regulations in effect
at the time of opening of Bids (or on the Effective Date of the Agreement if there were no Bids), except as may
be otherwise specifically stated in the Contract Documents.
3.5. If, during the performance of the W ork,CONTRACTOR discovers any conflict, error, ambiguity or
discrepancy within the Contract Documents or between the Contract Documents and any provision of any
such Law or Regulation applicable to the performance of the Work' or of any such standard, specification,
manual or code or of any instruction of any Supplier referred to in 6.7, CONTRACTOR shall so report to
PROFESSIONAL in writing at once and before proceeding with the Work affected thereby and shall obtain a
written interpretation or clarification from PROFESSIONAL; however, CONTRACTOR shall not be liable to
OWNER or PROFESSIONAL for failure to report any conflict, error, ambiguity or discrepancy in the Contract
Documents unless CONTRACTOR had actual knowledge thereof or should reasonably have known thereof.
Amending and Supplementing Contract Documents:
3.6. The Contract Documents may be amended to provide for additions, deletions and revisions in the
Work or to modify the terms and conditions thereof in one or more of the following ways:
3.6.1. a formal Written Amendment,
3.6.2. a Change Order (pursuant to paragraph 10.3), or
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3.6.3. a Work Change Directive (pursuant to paragraph 10.4).
As indicated in paragraphs 11.2 and 12.1, Contract Price and Contract Time may only be changed by a
Change Order or a Written Amendment.
3.7. In addition, the requirements of the Contract Documents may be supplemented, and minor
variations and deviations in tbe Work may be authorized in one or more of the following ways:
3.7.1. a Field Order (pursuant to paragraph 9.5).
3.7.2. PROFESSIONAL's approval of a Shop Drawing or sample (pursuant to paragraphs 6.24 and
6.26), or
3.7.3. PROFESSIONAL's written interpretation or clarification (pursuant to paragraph 9.4).
Reuse of documents:
3.8. Neither CONTRACTOR nor any Subcontractor or Supplier or other person or organization
performing or furnishing any of the Work under a direct or indirect contract with OWNER shall have or acquire
any title to or OWNERSHIP rights in any of the Drawings, Specifications or other documents (or copies of any
thereof) prepared by or bearing the seal of PROFESSIONAL or PROFESSIONAL's consultant; and they shall
notreuse such Drawings, Specifications or other documents (or copies of any thereof) on extensions of the
Project or any other project without written consent of OWNER and PROFESSIONAL and specific written
verification or adaptation by PROFESSIONAL.
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ARTICLE 4-AVAILABILITY OF LANDS, PHYSICAL
CONDITIONS; REFERENCE POINTS
A vailat,i1ity of Lands:
4.1. OWNER shall furnish, as indicated in the Contract Documents, the lands upon which the Work is
to be performed, rights-of-way and easements for access thereto, and such other lands which are designated
for the use of CONTRACTOR. Necessary easements or rights-of-way will be obtained and expenses will be
borne by OWNER. If CONTRACTOR and OWNER are unable to agree on entitlement to or the amount or
extent of any adjustments in the Contract Price or the Contract Times as a result of any delay in OWNER's
furnishing these lands, rights-of-way or easements, the CONTRACTOR may make a claim therefor as
provided in Articles 11 and 12. The CONTRACTOR shall provide for all additional lands and access thereto
that may be required for temporary construction facilities or storage of materials and equipment.
Physical Conditions:
4.2.1 . Explorations and Reports: Reference is made to the Supplementary Conditions for identification
of those reports of explorations and tests of subsurface conditions at or contiguous to the site that have been
utilized in preparing the Contract Documents and those drawings of physical conditions in or relating to
existing surface or subsurface structures at or contiguous to the site (except Underground Facilities) that have
been utilized in preparing the Contract Documents.
4.2.2. CONTRACTOR may rely upon the general accuracy of the "technical data" contained in such
reports and drawings. Such "technical data" is identified in the Supplementary Conditions. Except for such
reliance on such "technical data," CONTRACTOR may not rely upon or make any claim against OWNER,
PROFESSIONAL, or any of PROFESSIONAL's Consultants with respect to:
4.2.2.1. the completeness of such reports and drawings for CONTRACTOR's purposes, including but
not limited to, any aspects of the means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures of construction to
be employed by CONTRACTOR and safety precautions and programs incident thereto, or
4.2.2.2. other data, interpretations, opinions and information contained in such reports or shown or
indicated in such drawings, or .
4.2.2.3. any CONTRACTOR interpretation of or conclusion drawn from any "technical data" or any
such data, interpretations, opinions or information.
4.2.3. If conditions are encountered, excluding existing utilities, at the site which are (1) subsurface or
otherwise concealed physical conditions which differ materially from those indicated in the Contract
Documents or (2) unknown physical conditions of an unusual nature, which differ materially from those
ordinarily found to exist and generally recognized as inherent in construction activities of the character
provided for in the Contract Documents, then CONTRACTOR shall give OWNER notice thereof promptly
before conditions are disturbed and in no event later than 48 hours after first observance of the conditions.
4.2.4. The OWNER and PROFESSIONAL shall promptly investigate such conditions, and, if they
differ materially and cause an increase or decrease in CONTRACTOR's cost of, or time required for,
performance of any part of the Work, the OWNER and PROFESSIONAL shall recommend an equitable
adjustment in the Contract Price or Contract Time, or both. If the OWNER and PROFESSIONAL determine
that the conditions at the Site are not materially different from those indicated in the Contract Documents or
are not materially different from those ordinarily found and that no change in the terms of the Contract is
justified, the PROFESSIONAL shall notify CONTRACTOR of the determination in writing. The Work shall be
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performed after direction is provided by the PROFESSIONAL.
Physical Conditions-Underground Facilities:
4.3.1. Shown or Indicated: The information and data shown or indicated in the Contract Documents
with respect to existing Underground Facilities at or contiguous to the site is based on information and data
furnished to OWNER or PROFESSIONAL by OWNER'S of such Underground Facilities or by others. Unless
it is otherwise expressly provided in the Supplementary Conditions:
4.3.1.1. OWNER and PROFESSIONAL shall not be responsible for the accuracy or completeness of
any such information or data; and
4.3.1.2. The cost of all of the following will be included in the Contract Price and CONTRACTOR shall
have full responsibility for reviewing and checking all such information and data for locating all Underground
Facilities shown or indicated in the Contract Documents, for coordination of the Work with the OWNER'S of
such Underground Facilities during construction, for the safety and protection thereof as provided in paragraph
6.20 and repairing any damage thereto resulting from the Work, the cost of all of which will be considered as
having been included in the Contract Price.
4.3.2. Not Shown or Indicated. If an Underground Facility is uncovered or revealed at or contiguous to
the site which was not shown or indicated in the Contract Documents and which CONTRACTOR could not
reasonably have been expected to be aware of, CONTRACTOR shall, promptly after becoming aware thereof
and before performing any Work affected thereby except in an emergency as permitted by paragraph 6.22,
identify the OWNER of such Underground Facility and give written notice thereof to that OWNER and to
OWNER and PROFESSIONAL. PROFESSIONAL will promptly review the Underground Facility to determine
the extent to which the Contract Documents should be modified to reflect and document the consequences of
the existence of the Underground Facility, and the Contract Documents will be amended or supplemented to
the extent necessary. During such time, CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for the safety and protection of
such Underground Facility as provided in paragraph 6.20. CONTRACTOR shall be allowed an increase in the
Contract Price or an extension of the Contract Time, or both, to the extent that they are attributable to the
existence of any Underground Facility that was not shown or indicated in the Contract Documents and which
CONTRACTOR could not reasonably have been expected to be aware of. If the parties are unable to agree
as to the amount or length thereof, CONTRACTOR may make a claim therefor as provided in Articles 11 and
12.
Reference Points:
4.4. OW NER shall provide Engineering surveys to establish reference points for construction which in
PROFESSIONAL's judgment are necessary to enable CONTRACTOR to proceed with the Work.
CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for laying out the Work (unless otherwise specified in the General
Requirements), shall protect and preserve the established reference points and shall make no changes or
relocations without the prior written approval of OWNER. CONTRACTOR shall report to PROFESSIONAL
whenever any reference point is lost or destroyed or requires relocation because of necessary changes in
grades or locations, and shall be responsible for the accurate replacement or relocation of such reference
points by professionally qualified personnel.
Asbestos, PCBs, Petroleum, Hazardous Waste or Radioactive Material:
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4.5 OWNER shall be responsible for any Asbestos, PCBs, Petroleum, Hazardous Waste or
Radioactive Material uncovered or revealed at the site which was not shown or indicated in Drawings or
Specifications or identified in the Contract Documents to be within the scope of the Work and which may
present a substantial danger to persons or property exposed thereto in connection with the Work at the site.
OWNER shall not be responsible for any such materials brought to the site by CONTRACTOR, Subcontractor,
Suppliers or anyone else for whom CONTRACTOR is responsible.
4.6 CONTRACTOR shall immediately: (i) stop all work in connection with such hazardous condition
and in any area affected thereby (except in an emergency as required by 6.22), and (ii) notify OWNER and
PROFESSIONAL (and thereafter confirm such notice in writing). OWNER shall promptly consult with
PROFESSIONAL concerning the necessity for OWNER to retain a qualified expert to evaluate such
hazardous condition or take corrective action, if any. CONTRACTOR shall not be required to resume Work in
connection with such hazardous condition or in any such affected area until after OWNER has obtained any
required permits related thereto and delivered to CONTRACTOR special written notice (i) specifying that such
condition and any affected area is or has been rendered safe for the resumption of Work, or (ii) specifying any
special conditions under which such Work may be resumed safely. If OWNER and CONTRACTOR cannot
agree as to entitlement to or the amount or extent of an adjustment, if any, in Contract Price or ContractTimes
as a result of such Work stoppage or such special conditions under which Work is agreed by CONTRACTOR
to be resumed, either party may make a claim therefor as provided in Articles 11 and 12.
4.7 If after receipt of such special written notice, CONTRACTOR does not agree to resume such
Work based on a reasonable belief it is unsafe, or does not agree to resume such Work under such special
conditions, then CONTRACTOR may order such portion of the Work that is in connection with such hazardous
conditions or in such affected area to be deleted from the Work. If OWNER and CONTRACTOR cannot
agree as to entitlement to or the amount or extent of an adjustment, if any, in Contract Price or Contract Times
as a result of deleting such portion of the Work, then either party may make a claim therefor as provided in
Articles 11 and 12. OWNER may have deleted such portion of the Work performed byOWNER's own forces
or others in accordance with Article 7. .
4.7.1 The provisions of 4.2 and 4.3 are not intended to apply to Asbestos, PCBs, Petroleum,
Hazardous Waste or Radioactive Material uncovered or revealed at the site.
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ARTICLE 5-BONDS AND INSURANCE
Performance and Other Bonds:
5.1. CONTRACTOR shall furnish performance and payment Bonds, each in an amount at least equal
to the Contract Price as Security for the faithful performance and payment of all CONTRACTOR's obligations
under the Contract Documents. These Bonds shall remain in effect at least until one year after the date when
final payment becomes due, except as otherwise provided by Law or Regulation or by the Contract
Documents. CONTRACTOR shall also furnish such other Bonds as are required by the Supplementary
Conditions. All Bonds shall be in the forms prescribed by Law or Regulation or by the Contract Documents
and be executed by such sureties as are named in the current list of "Companies Holding Certificates of
Authority as Acceptable Sureties on FederalBonds, and as Acceptable Reinsuring Companies" as published
in Circular 570 (amended) by the Audit Staff Bureau of Accounts, U.S. Treasury Department. All Bonds
signed by an agent must be accompanied by a certified copy of the authority to act.
Licensed Sureties and Insurers; Certificates of Insurance
5.2.1 All bonds and insurance required by the Contract Documents to be purchased and maintained
by CONTRACTOR shall be obtained from surety or insurance companies that are duly licensed or authorized
in the State of Georgia to issue bonds or insurance policies for'the limits and coverages so required. All bonds
signed by an agent must be accompanied by a certified copy of authority to act. Such surety and insurance
companies shall also meet such additional requirements and qualifications as may be provided in the
Supplementary Conditions.
5.2.2. CONTRACTOR shall deliver to OWNER, with copies to each additional insured identified in
5.3, an original or a certified copy of the complete insurance policy for each policy required, certificates of
insurance (and other evidence of insurance requested by OWNER or any other additional insured) which
CONTRACTOR is required to purchase and maintain in accordance with 5.3.
5.2.3. If the surety on any Bond furnished by CONTRACTOR is declared bankrupt or becomes
insolvent or its right to do business is terminated in any state where any part of the Project is located or it
ceases to meet the requirements of paragraph 5.1 , CONTRACTOR shall within five days thereafter substitute
another Bond and Surety, both of which must be acceptable to OWNER.
CONTRACTOR's Liability Insurance:
5.3. CONTRACTOR shall purchase and maintain such comprehensive general liability and other
insurance as is appropriate for the Work being performed and furnished and as will provide protection from
claims set forth below which may arise out of or result from CONTRACTOR's performance and furnishing of
the Work and CONTRACTOR's other obligations under the Contract Documents, whether it is to be performed
or furnished by CONTRACTOR, by any Subcontractor, by anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of
them to perform or furnish any of the Work, or by anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable:
5.3.1. Claims under workers' or workmen's compensation, disability benefits and other similar
employee benefit acts;
5.3.2. Claims for damages because of bodily injury, occupational sickness or disease, or death of
CONTRACTOR's employees;
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5.3.3. Claims for damages because of bodily injury, sickness or disease, or death of any person other
than CONTRACTOR's employees;
5.3.4. Claims for damages insured by personal injury liability coverage which are sustained (a) by any
person as a result of an offense directly or indirectly related to the employment of such person by
CONTRACTOR, or (b) by any other person for any other reason;
5.3.5. Claims for damages, other than to the Work itself, because of injury to or destruction of
tangible property wherever located, including loss of use resulting therefrom;
5.3.6. Claims arising out of operation of Laws or Regulations for damages because of bodily injury or
death of any person or for damage to property; and
5.3.7. Claims for damages because of bodily injury or death of any person or property damage arising
out of the OWNERSHIP, maintenance or use of any motor vehicle.
The insurance required by this paragraph 5.3 shall include the specific coverage's and be written for not less
than the limits of liability and coverage's provided in the Supplementary Conditions, or required by law,
whichever is greater. The comprehensive general liability insurance shall include completed operations
insurance. All of the policies of insurance so required to be purchased and maintained (or the certificates or
other evidence thereof) shall contain a provision or endorsement that the coverage afforded will not be
canceled, materially changed or renewal refused until at I~ast thirty days prior written notice has been given to
OWNER, PROGRAM MANAGER,and PROFESSIONAL by certified mail. All such insurance shall remain in
effect until final payment and at all times thereafter when CONTRACTOR may be correcting, removing or
replacing defective Work in accordance with paragraph 13.12. In addition, CONTRACTOR shall maintain
such completed operations insurance for at least two years after final payment and furnish OWNER with
evidence of continuation of such insurance at final payment and one year thereafter.
Contractual Liability Insurance:
5.4. The comprehensive general liability insurance required by paragraph 5.3 will include contractual
liability insurance applicable to CONTRACTOR's obligations under paragraphs 6.32 and 6.33.
OWNER's Liability Insurance:
5.5. OWNER shall be responsible for purchasing and maintaining OWNER's own liability insurance,
and/or Risk Retention Program, and, at OWNER's option, may purchase and maintain such insurance as will
protect OWNER against claims which may arise from operations under the Contract Documents.
Property Insurance:
5.6. Unless otherwise provided in the Supplementary Conditions, OWNER shall purchase and
maintain property insurance upon the Work at the site to the full insurable value thereof (subject to such
deductible amounts as may be provided in the Supplementary Conditions or required by Laws and
Regulations). This insurance shall include the interests of OWNER, CONTRACTOR, Subcontractors,
PROGRAM MANAGER, PROFESSIONAL and PROFESSIONAL's consultants in the Work, all of whom shall
be listed as insureds or additional insured parties, shall insure against the perils of fire and extended coverage
and shall include "all risk" insurance for physical loss and damage including theft, vandalism and malicious
mischief, collapse and water damage, and such other perils as may be provided in the Supplementary
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Conditions, and shall include damages, losses and expenses arising out of or resulting from any insured loss
or incurred in the repair or replacement of any insured property (including but not limited to fees and charges
of PROFESSIONALs, architects, attorneys and other PROFESSIONALs). If not covered under the "all risk"
insurance or otherwise provided in the Supplementary Conditions, CONTRACTOR shall purchase and
maintain similar property insurance on portions of the Work stored on and off the site or in transit when such
portions of the Work are to be included in an Application fo'r Payment.
5.7. OWNER shall purchase and maintain such boiler and machinery insurance or additional property
. insurance as may be required by the Supplementary Conditions or Laws and Regulations which will include
the interests of OWNER, CONTRACTOR, Subcontractors, PROFESSIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL's
consultants in the Work, all of whom shall be listed as insured or additional insured parties.
5.8. All the policies of insurance (or the certificates or other evidence thereof) required to be
purchased and maintained by OWNER in accordance with paragraphs 5.6 and 5.7 will contain a provision or
endorsement that the coverage afforded will not be canceled or materially changed or renewal refused until at
least thirty days prior written notice has been given to CONTRACTOR by certified mail and will contain waiver
provisions in accordance with paragraph of 5.11.2.
5.9. OWNER shall not be responsible for purchasing and maintaining any property insurance to
protect the Interests of CONTRACTOR, Subcontractors or others in the Work to the extent of any deductible
amounts that are provided in the Supplementary Conditions. The risk of loss within the deductible amount will
be borne by CONTRACTOR, Subcontractor or others suffering any such loss, and if any of them wishes
property insurance coverage within the limits of such amounts, each may purchase and maintain it at the
purchaser's own expense.
5.10. If CONTRACTOR requests in writing that other special insurance be included in the property
insurance policy, OWNER shall, if possible, include such insurance, and the cost thereof will be charged to
CONTRACTOR by appropriate Change Order or Written Amendment. Prior to commencement of the Work at
the site, OWNER shall in writing advise CONTRACTOR whether or not such other insurance has been
procured by OWNER.
Waiver of Rights:
5.11.1. OWNER and CONTRACTOR waive all rights against each other for all losses and damages
caused by any of the perils covered by the policies of insurance provided in response to paragraphs 5.6 and
5.7 and other property insurance applicable to the Work, and also waive all such rights against the
Subcontractors, PROFESSIONAL, PROFESSIONAL's consultants and all other parties named as insureds in
such policies for losses and damages so caused. As required by paragraph 6.11, each subcontract between
CONTRACTOR and a Subcontractor will contain similar waiver provisions by the Subcontractor in favor of
OWNER, CONTRACTOR, PROFESSIONAL, PROFESSIONAL's consultants and all other parties named as
insureds. None of the above waivers shall extend to the rights that any of the insured parties may have to the
proceeds of insurance held by OWNER as trustee or otherwise payable under any policy so issued.
5.11.2. OWNER and CONTRACTOR intend that policies provided in response to paragraphs 5.6 and
5.7 shall protect all of the parties insured and provide primary coverage for all losses and damages caused by
the perils covered thereby. Accordingly, all such policies shall contain provisions to the effect that in the event
of payment of any loss or damage the insurer will have no rights of recovery against any of the parties named
as insureds or additional insureds, and if the insurers require separate waiver forms to be signed by
PROFESSIONAL or PROFESSIONAL's consultant, OWNER will obtain the same, and if such waiver forms
are required of any Subcontractor, CONTRACTOR will obtain the same.
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Receipt and Application of Proceeds:
5.12. Any insured loss under the policies of insurance required by paragraphs 5.6 and 5.7 will be
adjusted with OWNER and made payable to OWNER as trustee for the insureds, as their interests may
appear, subject to the requirements of any applicable mortgage clause and of paragraph 5.13. OWNER shall
deposit in a separate account any money so received and shall distribute it in accordance with such
agreement as the parties in interest may reach. If no other special agreement is reached, the damaged Work
shall be repaired or replaced, the moneys so received applied on account thereof, and the Work and the cost
thereof covered by an appropriate Change Order or Written Amendment.
Receipt and Application of Insurance Proceeds
5.13. OWNER, as trustee, shall have power to adjust and settle any loss with the insurers unless one
of the parties in interest shall object in writing within fifteen days after the occurrence of loss to OWNER's
exercise of this power. If such objection be made, OWNER, as trustee, shall make settlement with the
insurers in accordance with such agreement as the parties in interest may reach. If required in writing by any
party in interest, OWNER as trustee shall, upon the occurrence of an insured loss, give bond for the proper
performance of such duties.
Acceptance of Insurance:
5.14. If OWNER has any objection to the coverage afforded by or other provisions of the insurance
required to be purchased and maintained by CONTRACTOR inaccordance with paragraphs 5.3 and 5.4 on
the basis of its not complying with the Contract Documents, OWNER shall notify CONTRACTOR in writing
thereof within ten days of the date of delivery of such certificates to OWNER in accordance with paragraph
2.7. If CONTRACTOR has any objection to the coverage afforded by or other provisions of the pOlicies of
insurance required to be purchased and maintained by OWNER in accordance with paragraphs 5.6 and 5.7
on the basis of their not complying with the Contract Documents, CONTRACTOR shall notify OWNER in
writing thereof within ten days of the date of delivery, of such certificates to CONTRACTOR in accordance with
paragraph 2.7. OWNER and CONTRACTOR shall each provide to the other such additional information in
respect of insurance provided by each as the other may reasonably request. Failure by OWNER or
CONTRACTOR to give any such notice of objection within the time provided shall constitute acceptance of
such insurance purchased by the other as complying with the Contract Documents.
Partial Utilization-Property Insurance:
5.15. If OWNER finds it necessary to occupy or use a portion or portions of the Work prior to
Substantial Completion of all the Work, such use or occupancy may be accomplished in accordance with
paragraph 14.10 provided that no such use or occupancy shall commence before the insurers providing the
property insurance have acknowledged notice thereof and in writing effected the changes in coverage neces-
sitated thereby. The insurers providing the property insurance shall consent by endorsement on the policy or
policies, but the property insurance shall not be canceled or lapse on account of any such partial use or
occupancy.
Indemnification
5.16.1. CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless OWNER, PROGRAM MANAGER, and its
employees and agents from and against all liabilities, claims, suits, demands, damages, losses, and
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expenses, including attorneys' fees, arising out of or resulting from the performance of its Work, provided that
any such liability, claim, suit, demand, damage, loss, or expense (a) is attributable to bodily injury, sickness,
disease or death, or injury to or destruction of tangible property, including the loss of use resulting therefrom
and (b) is caused in whole or in part by an act or omission of CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, anyone
directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, whether or
not it is caused in whole or in part by the negligence or other fault of a party indemnified hereunder.
5.16.2. In any and all claims against OWNER or any of its agents or employees by any employee of
CONTRACTOR, any SUBCONTRACTOR, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone
for whose acts any of them may be liable, the indemnification obligation under the previous paragraph shall
not be limited in any way as to the amount or type of damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for
CONTRACTOR or any SUBCONTRACTOR under workmen's compensation acts, disability benefit acts, or
other employee benefit acts.
5.16.3. CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and hold harmless OWNER and anyone directly or indirectly
employed by it from and against all claims, suits, demands, damages, losses expenses (including attorneys'
fees) arising out of any infringement on patent or copyrights held by others and shall defend all such claims in
connection with any alleged infringement of such rights.
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ARTICLE 6--CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITIES
6.1. CONTRACTOR shall supervise and direct the Work competently and efficiently, devoting such
attention thereto and applying such skills and expertise as may be necessary to perform the Work in
accordance with the Contract Documents. CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for the means,
methods, techniques, sequences and procedures of construction, but CONTRACTOR shall not be responsible
for the negligence of others in the design or specification of a specific means, method, technique, sequence or
procedure of construction which is shown or indicated in and expressly required by the Contract Documents.
CONTRACTOR shall be responsible to see that the finished Work complies accurately with the Contract
Documents.
6.2. CONTRACTOR shall keep on the Work, at all times during its progress, a competent resident
superintendent, who shall not be replaced without written notice to OWNER and PROFESSIONAL except
under extraordinary circumstances. The superintendent will be CONTRACTOR's representative at the site and
shall have authority to act on behalf of CONTRACTOR. All communications to the superintendent shall be as
binding as if given to CONTRACTOR.
Labor, Materials and Equipment:
6.3. CONTRACTOR shall provide competent, suitably qualified personnel to survey and layout the
Work and perform construction as required by the Contract Documents. CONTRACTOR shall at all times
maintain good discipline and order at the site. Except in connection with the safety or protection of persons or
the Work or property at the site or adjacent thereto, and except as otherwise indicated in the Contract
Documents, all Work at the site shall be performed during regular working hours, and CONTRACTOR will not
permit evening work or the performance of Work on Saturday, Sunday or any legal holiday without OWNER's
written consent given after prior written notice to PROFESSIONAL.
6.4. Unless otherwise specified in the General Requirements, CONTRACTOR shall furnish and
assume full responsibility for all materials, equipment, labor, transportation, construction equipment and
machinery, tools, appliances, fuel, power, light, heat, telephone, water, sanitary facilities, temporary facilities
and all other facilities and incidentalswhether temporary or permanent necessary for the execution, testing,
initial operation, and completion of the Work as required by the Contract Documents.
6.5. All materials and equipment shall be of good qualityand new, except as otherwise provided in
the Contract Documents. If required by PROFESSIONAL, CONTRACTOR shall furnish satisfactory evidence
(including reports of required tests) as to the kind and quality of materials and equipment. All materials and
equipment shall be applied, installed, connected, erected, used, cleaned and conditioned in accordance with
the instructions of the applicable Supplier except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents; but no
provision of any such instructions will be effective to assign to PROFESSIONAL, or any of PROFESSIONAL's
consultants, agents or employees, any duty or authority to supervise or direct the furnishing or performance of
the Work or any duty or authority to undertake responsibility contrary to the provisions of paragraph 9.14 or
9.15.
Adjusting Progress Schedule:
6.6. CONTRACTOR shall submit to PROFESSIONAL for acceptance to the extent indicated in
paragraph 2.9 adjustments in the progress schedule to reflect the impact thereon of new developments;
these will conform generally to the progress schedule then in effect and additionally will comply with any
provisions of the General Requirements applicable thereto.
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Substitutes or "Or-Equal" Items:
6.7.1. Whenever materials or equipment are specified or described in the Contract Documents by
using the name of a proprietary item or the name of a particular Supplier, the naming of the item is intended to
establish the type, function and quality required. Unless the name is followed by words indicating that no
substitution is permitted, materials or equipment of other Suppliers may be accepted by PROFESSIONAL if
sufficient information is submitted by CONTRACTOR to allow PROFESSIONAL to determine that the material
or equipment proposed is equivalent or equal to that named. The procedure for review by PROFESSIONAL
will include the following as supplemented in the General Requirements. Requests for review of substitute
items of material and equipment will not be accepted by PROFESSIONAL from anyone other than
CONTRACTOR. If CONTRACTOR wishes to furnish or use a substitute item of material or equipment,
CONTRACTOR shall make written application to PROFESSIONAL for acceptance thereof, certifying that the .
proposed substitute will perform adequately the functions and achieve the results called for by the general
design, be similar and of equal substance to that specified and be suited to the same use as that specified.
The application will state that the evaluation and acceptance of the proposed substitute will not prejudice
CONTRACTOR's achievement of Substantial Completion on time, whether or not acceptance of the substitute
for use in the Work will require a change in any of the Contract Documents (or in the provisions of any other
direct contract with OWNER for work on the Project) to adapt the design to the proposed substitute and
whether or not incorporation or use of the substitute in connection with the Work is subject to payment of any
license fee or royalty. All variations of the proposed substitute from that specified will be identified in the
application and available maintenance, repair and replacement service will be indicated. The application will
also contain an itemized estimate of all costs that will result directly or indirectly from acceptance of such
substitute, including costs of redesign and claims of other contractors affected by the resulting change, all of
which shall be considered by PROFESSIONAL. In evaluating the proposed substitute, PROFESSIONAL may
require CONTRACTOR to furnish, at CONTRACTOR's expense, additional data about the proposed
substitute.
6.7.2. If a specific means, method, technique, sequence or procedure of construction is indicated in
or required by the Contract Documents, CONTRACTOR may furnish or utilize a substitute means, method,
sequence, technique or procedure of construction acceptable to PROFESSIONAL, if CONTRACTOR submits
sufficient information to allow PROFESSIONAL to determine that the substitute proposed is equivalent to that
indicated or required by the Contract Documents. The procedure for review by PROFESSIONAL will be similar
to that provided in paragraph 6.7.1 as applied by PROFESSIONAL and as may be supplemented in the Gen-
eral Requirements.
6.7.3. PROFESSIONAL will be allowed a reasonable time within which to evaluate each proposed
substitute. PROFESSIONAL will be the sole judge of acceptability and no substitute will be ordered, installed
or utilized without PROFESSIONAL's prior written acceptance which will be evidenced by either a Change
Order or an approved Shop Drawing. OWNER may require CONTRACTOR to furnish, at CONTRACTOR's
expense, a special performance guarantee or oth.er surety with respect to any substitute. PROFESSIONAL will
record time required by PROFESSIONAL and PROFESSIONAL's consultants in evaluating substitutions
proposed by CONTRACTOR and in making changes in the Contract Documents occasioned thereby.
Whether or not PROFESSIONAL accepts a proposed substitute, CONTRACTOR shall reimburse OWNER for
the charges of PROFESSIONAL and PROFESSIONAL's consultants for evaluating each proposed substitute.
Concerning Subcontractors, Suppliers and Others:
6.8.1. CONTRACTOR shall not employ any Subcontractor, Supplier or other person or organization
(including those acceptable to OWNER and PROFESSIONAL as indicated in paragraph 6.8.2) whether initially
or as a substitute, against whom OWNER or PROFESSIONAL may have reasonable objection.
CONTRACTOR shall notbe required to employ any Subcontractor, Supplier or other person or organization to
furnish or perform any of the Work against whom CONTRACTOR has reasonable objection.
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6.8.2. If the Supplementary Conditions require the identity of certain Subcontractors, Suppliers or
other persons or organizations including those who are to furnish the principal items of materials and
equipment to be submitted to OWNER prior to the Effective Date of the Agreement for acceptance by
OWNER and PROFESSIONAL and if CONTRACTOR has submitted a list thereof in accordance with the
Supplementary Conditions, OWNER's or PROFESSIONAL's acceptance (either in writing or by failing to make
written objection thereto by the date indicated for acceptance or objection in the bidding documents or the
Contract Documents) of any such Subcontractor, Supplier or other person or organization so identified may be
revoked on the basis of reasonable objection after due investigation, in which case CONTRACTOR shall
submit an acceptable substitute, the Contract Price will be increased by the difference, and the cost
occasioned by such substitution and an appropriate Change Order will be issued or Written Amendment
signed. No acceptance by OWNER or PROFESSIONAL of any such Subcontractor, Supplier or other person
or organization shall constitute a waiver of any right of OWNER or PROFESSIONAL to reject defective Work.
6.9. CONTRACTOR shall be fully responsible to OWNER and PROFESSIONAL for all acts and
omissions of the Subcontractors, Suppliers and other persons and organizations performing or furnishing any
of the Work under a direct or indirect contract with CONTRACTOR just as CONTRACTOR is responsible for
CONTRACTOR's own acts and omissions. Nothing in the Contract Documents shall create any contractual
relationship between OWNER or PROFESSIONAL and any such Subcontractor, Supplier or other person or
organization, nor shall it create any obligation on the part of OWNER or PROFESSIONAL to payor to see to
the payment of any moneys due any such Subcontractor, Supplier or other person or organization except as
may otherwise be required by Laws and Regulations.
6.10. The divisions and sections of the Specifications and the identifications of any Drawings shall not
control CONTRACTOR in dividing the Work among Subcontractors or Suppliers or delineating the Work to be
performed by any specific trade.
6.11. All Work performed for CONTRACTOR by a Subcontractor will be pursuant to an appropriate
agreement between CONTRACTOR and the Subcontractor which specifically binds the Subcontractor to the
applicable terms and conditions of the Contract Documents for the benefit of OWNER and PROFESSIONAL
and contains waiver provisions as required by paragraph 5.11. CONTRACTOR shall pay each Subcontractor a
just share of any insurance moneys received by CONTRACTOR on account of losses under policies issued
pursuant to paragraphs 5.6 and 5.7.
Patent Fees and Royalties:
6.12. CONTRACTOR shall pay all license fees and royalties and assume all costs incident to the use
in the performance of the Work or the incorporation in the Work of any invention, design, process, product or
device which is the subject of patent rights or copyrights held by others. CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and
hold harmless OWNER and PROFESSIONAL and anyone directly or indirectly employed by either of them
from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses including attorneys' fees and court and arbitration
costs arising out of any infringement on patent rights or copyrights incident to the use in the performance of
the Work or resulting from the incorporation in the Work of any invention, design, process, product or device
not specified in the Contract Documents, and shall defend all such claims in connection with any alleged
infringement of such rights.
Permits:
6.13. CONTRACTOR shall obtain and pay for all construction permits, licenses, governmental
charges and inspection fees, and all public utility charges which are applicable and necessary for the
execution of the Work. All permit costs shall be included in the base bid. Permits, if any, that are provided and
paid for by OWNER are listed in the Supplementary Conditions. Any delays associated with the permitting
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process will be considered for time extensions only and no damages or additional compensation for delay will
be allowed.
Laws and Regulations:
6.14.1. CONTRACTOR shall give all notices and comply with all Laws and Regulations applicable to
furnishing and performance of the Work. Except where otherwise expressly required by applicable Laws and
Regulations, neither OWNEB nor PROFESSIONAL shall be responsible for monitoring CONTRACTOR's
compliance with any Laws or Regulations.
6.14.2. If CONTRACTOR observes that any of the Contract Documents are contradictory to such
laws, rules, and regulations, it will notify the Project Manager promptly in writing. Any necessary changes shall
then be adjusted by an appropriate Change Order. If CONTRACTOR performs any Work that it knows or
should have known to be contrary to such laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations and without such notice to
the Project Manager, it shall bear all related costs.
Taxes:
6.15. CONTRACTOR shall pay all sales, consumer, use and other similar taxes required to be paid in
accordance with the Laws and Regulations of the place of the Project which are applicable during the
performance of the Work.
Use of Premises:
6.16. CONTRACTOR shall confine construction equipment, the storage of materials and equipment
and the operations of workers to the Project site and land and areas identified in and permitted by the Contract
Documents and other land and areas permitted by Laws and Regulations, rights-of-way, permits and
easements. CONTRACTOR shall not unreasonably encumber the premises with construction equipment or
other materials or equipment. Any loss or damage to CONTRACTOR's or any Subcontractor's equipment is
solely at the risk of CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR shall assume full responsibility for any damage to any
such land or area, or to the OWNER or occupant thereof or of any land or areas contiguous thereto, resulting
from the performance of the Work. Should any claim be made against OWNER or PROFESSIONAL by any
such OWNER or occupant because of the performance of the Work,CONTRACTOR shall promptly attempt
to settle with such other party by agreement or otherwise resolve the claim by arbitration or at law.
CONTRACTOR shall, to the fullest extent permitted by Laws and Regulations, indemnify and hold OWNER
harmless from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses (including, but not limited to, fees of
PROFESSIONALs, architects, attorneys and other professionals and court and arbitration costs) arising
directly, indirectly or consequentially out of any action, legal or equitable, brought by any such other party
against OWNER to the extent based on a claim arising out of CONTRACTOR's performance of the Work.
6.17. During the progress of the Work, CONTRACTOR shall keep the premises free .from
accumulations of waste materials, rubbish and other debris or contaminants resulting from the Work. At the
completion of the Work, CONTRACTOR shall remove all waste materials, rubbish and debris from and about
the premises as well as all tools, appliances, construction equipment and machinery, and surplus materials,
and shall leave the site clean and ready for occupancy by OWNER. CONTRACTOR shall restore to original
condition all property not designated for alteration by the Contract Documents.
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6.18. CONTRACTOR shall not load nor permit any part of any structure to be loaded in any manner
that will endanger the structure, nor shall CONTRACTOR subject any part of the Work or adjacent property to
stresses or pressures that will endanger them.
Record Documents:
6.19. Contractor shall keep at the site and in good order one record copy of the Contract Documents
and all Drawings and Specifications. These documents shall be annotated on a continuing basis to show all
changes made during the construction process. These shall be available to PROFESSIONAL and the Project
Manager and shall be submitted with the Application for Final Payment.
Safety and Protection:
6.20. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for initiating, maintaining and supervising all safety
precautions and programs in connection with the Work. CONTRACTOR shall assume all risk of loss for stored
equipment or materials, irrespective of whether CONTRACTOR has transferred the title of the stored
equipment or materials to OWNER. CONTRACTOR shall take all necessary precautions for the safety of, and
shall provide the necessary protection to prevent damage, injury or loss to:
6.20.1. all employees on the Work and other persons and organizations who may be affected
thereby;
6.20.2. all the Work and materials and equipment to be incorporated therein, whether in storage on or
off the site; and
6.20.3. other property at the site or adjacent thereto, including trees, shrubs, lawns, walks,
pavements, roadways, structures, utilities and Underground Facilities not designated for removal, relocation or
replacement in the course of construction.
CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable Laws and Regulations of any public body having jurisdiction
for the safety of persons or property or to protect them from damage, injury or loss; and shall erect and
maintain all necessary safeguards for such safety and protection. CONTRACTOR shall notify OWNERs of
adjacent property and of Underground Facilities and utility OWNERs when prosecution of the Work may affect
them, and shall cooperate with them in the protection, removal, relocation and replacement of their property.
All damage, injury or loss to any property referred to in paragraph 6.20.2 or 6.20.3 caused, directly or
indirectly, in whole or in part, by CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, Supplier or any other person or
organization directly or indirectly employed by any of them to perform or furnish any of the Work or anyone for
whose acts any of them may be liable, shall be remedied by CONTRACTOR (except damage or loss
attributable to the fault of Drawings or Specifications or to the acts or omissions of OWNER or
PROFESSIONAL or anyone employed by either of them or anyone for whose acts either of them may be
liable, and not attributable, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, to the fault or negligence of CON-
TRACTOR). CONTRACTOR's duties and responsibilities for the safety and protection of the Work shall
continue until such time as all the Work is completed and PROFESSIONAL has issued a notice to OWNER
and CONTRACTOR in accordance, with paragraph 14.13 that the Work is acceptable (except as otherwise
expressly provided in connection with Substantial Completion).
6.21. CONTRACTOR shall designate a responsible member of its organization whose duty shall be the
prevention of accidents at the site. This person shall be CONTRACTOR's superintendent unless otherwise
designated in writing by CONTRACTOR to the Project Manager.
Emergencies:
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6.22. In emergencies affecting the safety or protection of persons or the Work or property at the site
or adjacent thereto, CONTRACTOR, without special instruction or authorization from PROFESSIONAL or
OWNER, is obligated to act to prevent threatened damage, injury or loss. CONTRACTOR shall give
PROFESSIONAL prompt written notice if CONTRACTOR believes that any significant changes in the Work or
variations from the Contract Documents have been caused thereby. If PROFESSIONAL determines that a
change in the Contract Documents is required because of the action taken in response to an emergency, a
Work Change Directive or Change Order be issued to document the consequences of the changes or
variations.
6.22.1. CONTRACTOR shall immediately notify PROFESSIONAL of all events involving injuries to
any person on the Site, whether or not such person was engaged in the construction of the Project, and shall
file a written report on such person(s) and any other event resulting in property damage of any amount within
five (5) days of the occurrence.
6.22.2. If PROFESSIONAL determines that a change in the Contract Documents is required because
of the action taken by CONTRACTOR in response to such an emergency, a Change Order will be issued to
document the consequences of such action.
Shop Drawings and Samples:
6.23. After checking and verifying all field measurements, CONTRACTOR shall promptly submit to
PROFESSIONAL for approval, in accordance with the accepted schedule of submittals, all submittals and
samples required by the Contract Documents. All submittals and samples shall have been checked by and
stamped with the approval of CONTRACTOR and identified as PROFESSIONAL may require. The data
shown on or with the submittals will be complete with respect to dimensions, design criteria, materials and any
other information necessary to enable PROFESSIONAL to review the submittal as required. At the time of
each submission, CONTRACTOR shall give notice to PROFESSIONAL of all deviations that the submittal or
sample may have from the requirements of the Contract Documents.
6.24. PROFESSIONAL shall review and approve submittals and samples. Professional's review and
approval shall be only for conformance with the design concept of the Project and compliance with the
information given in the Contract Documents. The approval of a separate item as such will not indicate
approval of the assembly in which the item functions. CONTRACTOR will make any corrections required by
PROFESSIONAL and resubmit the required number of corrected copies until approved. CONTRACTOR's
stamp of approval on any submittal or sample shall constitute its representation to PROFESSIONAL and
OWNER that CONTRACTOR has determined and verified all quantities, dimensions, field construction
criteria, materials, catalog numbers, and similar data, and that each submittal or sample has been reviewed or
coordinated with the requirements of the Work and the Contract Documents.
6.24.1. No Work requiring a submittal or sample submission shall commence until the submission
has been approved by PROFESSIONAL. A copy of each approved submittal and each approved sample shall
be kept in good order by CONTRACTOR at the site and shall be available to PROFESSIONAL and OWNER.
Any delays associated with the submittal process will be considered for time extensions only, and no damages
or additional compensation for delay will be allowed.
6.24.2. Before submission of each Shop Drawing or sample, CONTRACTOR shall have determined
and verified all quantities, dimensions, specified performance criteria, installation requirements, materials,
catalog numbers and similar data with respect thereto and reviewed or coordinated each Shop Drawing or
sample with other Shop Drawings and samples and with the requirements of the Work and the Contract
Documents.
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6.24.3. At the time of each submission, CONTRACTOR shall give PROFESSIONAL specific written
notice of each variation that the Shop Drawings or samples may have from the requirements of the Contract
Documents, and, in addition, shall cause a specific notation to be made on each Shop Drawing submitted to
PROFESSIONAL for review and approval of each such variation.
6.26. PROFESSIONAL will review and approve with reasonable promptness Shop Drawings and
samples, but PROFESSIONAL's review and approval will be only for conformance with the design concept of
the Project and for compliance with the information given in the Contract Documents and shall not extend to
means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures of construction (except where a specific means,
method, technique, sequence or procedure of construction is indicated in or required by the Contract
Documents) or to safety precautions or programs incident thereto. The review and approval of a separate item
as such will not indicate approval of the assembly in which the item functions.
6.27. PROFESSIONAL's approval of submittals or samples shall not relieve CONTRACTOR from
responsibility for any variation from the requirements of the Contract Documents unless CONTRACTOR has,
in writing, called PROFESSIONAL's attention to each such variation at the time of submission and the
OWNER has given written approval to the specific deviation; any such approval by PROFESSIONAL shall not
relieve CONTRACTOR from responsibility for errors or omissions in the submittals.
6.28. Where a shop drawing or sample is required by the Contract Documents or the schedule of
shop drawings and sample submissions accepted by PROFESSIONAL as required, any related work
performed prior to PROFESSIONAL's review and approval of the pertinent submittal will be at the sole
expense and responsibility of CONTRACTOR.
Continuing the Work:
6.30. CONTRACTOR shall carry on the Work and adhere to the progress schedule during all
disputes or disagreements with OWNER. No Work shall be delayed or postponed pending resolution of any
disputes or disagreements, except as permitted by paragraph 15.6 or as CONTRACTOR and OWNER may
otherwise agree in writing.
Cleaning Up:
6.31. CONTRACTOR shall maintain the site free from accumulations of waste materials, rubbish, and
other debris or contaminants resulting from the work on a daily basis or as required. At the completion of the
work, CONTRACTOR shall remove all waste materials, rubbish, and debris from the site as well as all tools,
construction equipment and machinery, and surplus materials and will leave the Site clean and ready for
occupancy byOWNER. All disposal shall be in accordance with applicable Laws and Regulations. In addition
to any other rights available to OWNER under the Contract Documents, CONTRACTOR's failure to maintain
the site may result in withholding of any amounts due CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR will restore to original
condition those portions of the site not designated for alteration by the Contract Documents.
Indemnification:
6.32. To the fullest extent permitted by Laws and Regulations, CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and
hold harmless OWNER, PROGRAM MANAGER and PROFESSIONAL and their consultants, agents and
employees from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses, direct, indirect or consequential
(including but not limited to fees and charges of PROGRAM MANAGER, PROFESSIONAls, architects,
attorneys and other PROFESSIONALs and court and arbitration costs) arising out of or resulting from the
performance of the Work, provided that any such claim, damage, loss or expense (a) is attributable to bodily
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injury, sickness, disease or death, or to injury to or destruction of tangible property (other than the Work itself)
including the loss of use resulting therefrom and (b) is caused in whole or in part by any negligent act or
omission of CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, any person or organization directly or indirectly employed by
any of them to perform or furnish any of the Work or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable,
regardless of whether or not it is caused in part by a party indemnified hereunder or arises by or is imposed by
Law and Regulations regardless of the negligence of any such party.
6.33. In any and all claims against OWNER, PROGRAM MANAGER or PROFESSIONAL or any of
their consultants, agents or employees by any employee of CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, any person or
organization directly or indirectly employed by any of them to perform or furnish any of the Work or anyone for
whose acts any of them may be liable, the indemnification obligation under paragraph 6.32 shall not be limited
in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of damages, compensation or benefits payable by or for
CONTRACTOR or any such Subcontractor or other person or organization under workers' or workmen's
compensation acts, disability benefit acts or other employee benefit acts.
6.34. The obligations of CONTRACTOR under paragraph 6.32 shall not extend to the liability of
PROFESSIONAL, PROFESSIONAL's consultants, agents or employees arising out of the preparation or
approval of maps, drawings, opinions, reports, surveys, Change Orders, designs or specifications.
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ARTICLE 7-..0THER WORK
Related Work at Site:
7.1. OWNER may perform other work related to the Project at the site by OWNER's own forces, have
other work performed by aided OWNERs or let other direct contracts therefor which shall contain General
Conditions similar to these. If the fact that such other work is to be performed was not noted in the Contract
Documents, written notice thereof will be given to CONTRACTOR prior to starting any such other work, and, if
CONTRACTOR believes that such performance will involve additional expense to CONTRACTOR or requires
additional time and the parties are unable to agree as to the extent thereof, CONTRACTOR may make a claim
therefor as provided in Articles 11 and 12.
7.1.2. CONTRACTOR shall afford each utility OWNER and other contractor who is a party to such a
direct contract for OWNER, if OWNER is performing the additional work with OWNER's employees, proper
and safe access to the site and a reasonable opportunity for the introduction and storage of materials and
equipment and the execution of such work, and shall properly connect and coordinate the Work with theirs.
CONTRACTOR shall do all cutting, fitting and patching of the Work that may be required to make its several
parts come together properly and integrate with such other work. CONTRACTOR shall not endanger any work
of others by cutting, excavating or otherwise altering their work and will only cut or alter their work with the
written consent of PROFESSIONAL and the others whose work will be affected. The duties and
responsibilities of CONTRACTOR under this paragraph are for the benefit of such utility OWN ERs and other
contractors to the extent that there are comparable provisions for the benefit of CONTRACTOR in said direct
contracts between OWNER and such utility OWNERs and other contractors.
7.2. If any part of CONTRACTOR's Work depends for proper execution or results upon the work of
any such other contractor or utility OWNER (or OWNER), CONTRACTOR shall inspect and promptly report to
PROFESSIONAL in writing any delays, defects or deficiencies in such work that render it unavailable or
unsuitable for such proper execution and results. CONTRACTOR's failure so to report will constitute an
acceptance of the other work as fit and proper for integration with CONTRACTOR's Work except for latent or
nonapparent defects and deficiencies in the other work.
Coordination:
7.4. If OWNER contracts with others for the performance of other work on the Project at the site, the
person or organization who will have authority and responsibility for coordination of the activities among the
various prime contractors will be identified in the Supplementary Conditions, and the specific matters to be
covered by such authority and responsibility will be itemized, and the extent of such authority and
responsibilities will be provided in the Supplementary. Conditions. Unless otherwise provided in the
Supplementary Conditions, neither OWNER nor PROFESSIONAL shall have any authority or responsibility in
respect of such coordination.
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ARTICLE 8---0WNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
8.1. Except as otherwise provided in these General Conditions, OWNER shall issue all
communications to CONTRACTOR through the PROGRAM MANAGER or PROFESSIONAL.
. 8.2. In case of termination of the employment of PROFESSIONAL, OWNER shall appoint a
PROFESSIONAL against whom CONTRACTOR makes no reasonable objection, whose status under the
Contract Documents shall be that of the former PROFESSIONAL. Any dispute in connection with such
appointment shall be subject to arbitration.
8.3. OWNER shall furnish the data required of OWNER under the Contract Documents promptly and
shall make payments to CONTRACTOR promptly after they are due as provided in paragraphs 14.4 and
14.13.
8.4. OWNER's duties in respect of providing lands and easements and providing Engineering surveys
to establish reference points are set forth in paragraphs 4.1 and 4.4. Paragraph 4.2 refers to OWNER's
identifying and making available to CONTRACTOR copies of reports of explorations and tests of subsurface
conditions at the site and in existing structures which have been utilized by PROFESSIONAL in preparing the
Drawings and Specifications.
8.5. OWNER's responsibilities in respect of purchasing and maintaining liability and property
insurance are set forth in paragraphs. 5.5 through 5.8.
8.6. OWNER is obligated to execute Change Orders as indicated in paragraph 10.3.
8.7. OWNER's responsibility in respect of certain inspections, tests and approvals is set forth in
paragraph 13.4.
8.8. In connection with OWNER's right to stop Work or suspend Work, see paragraphs 13.10 and
15.1. Paragraph 15.2 deals with OWNER's right to terminate services of CONTRACTOR under certain
circumstances.
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ARTICLE 9---PROFESSIONAL'S STATUS DURING
CONSTRUCTION
OWNER's Representative:
9.1. PROFESSIONAL will be OWNER's representative during the construction period. The duties and
responsibilities and the limitations of authority of PROFESSIONAL as OWNER's representative during
construction are set forth in the Contract Documents and shall not be extended without written consent of
OWNER and PROFESSIONAL.
Visits to Site:
9.2. PROFESSIONAL will make visits to the site at intervals appropriate to the various stages of
construction to observe the premises and quality of the executed Work and to determine, in general, if the
Work is proceeding in accordance with the Contract Documents. PROFESSIONAL will not be required to
make exhaustive or continuous on-site inspections to check the quality or quantity of the Work.
PROFESSIONAL's efforts will be directed toward providing for OWNER a greater degree of confidence that
the completed Work will conform to the Contract Documents. On the basis of such visits and on-site
observations as an experienced and qualified design PROFESSIONAL, PROFESSIONAL will keep OWNER
informed of the progress of the Work and will endeavor to guard OWNER against defects and deficiencies in
the Wark.
Project Representation:
9.3. If OWNER and PROFESSIONAL agree, PROFESSIONAL will furnish a Resident Project
Representative to assist PROFESSIONAL in observing the performance of the Work. The duties,
responsibilities and limitations of authority of any such Resident Project Representative and assistants will be
as provided in the Supplementary Conditions. If OWNER designates another agent to represent OWNER at
the site who is not PROFESSIONAL's agent or employee, the duties, responsibilities and limitations of
authority of such other person will be as provided in the Supplementary Conditions.
Clarifications and Interpretations:
9.4. PROFESSIONAL shall issue such written clarifications or interpretations of the Contract
Documents (in the form of Drawings or otherwise) as may be determined necessary, or as reasonably
requested by CONTRACTOR, which shall be consistent with or reasonably inferable from the overall intent of
the Contract Documents. If CONTRACTOR believes that a written clarification and interpretation entitles it to
an increase in the Contract Price and/or Contract Time, CONTRACTOR may make a claim as provided for in
Articles 11 or 12.
Authorized Variations in Work:
9.5. PROFESSIONAL may authorize minor variations in the Work from the requirements of the
Contract Documents which do not involve an adjustment in the Contract Price or the Contract Time and are
consistent with the overall intent of the Contract Documents. These may be accomplished by a Field Order
and will be binding on OWNER and also on CONTRACTOR who shall perform the Work involved promptly. If
CONTRACTOR believes that a Field Order justifies an increase in the Contract Price or an extension of the
Contract Time and the parties are unable to agree as to the amount or extent thereof, CONTRACTOR may
make a claim therefor as provided in Article 11 or 12.
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Rejecting Defective Work:
9.6. PROFESSIONAL will have authority to disapprove or reject Work which PROFESSIONAL
believes to be defective and will also have authority to require special inspection or testing of the Work as
provided in paragraph 13.9, whether or not the Work is fabricated, installed or completed.
Shop Drawings, Change Orders and Payments:
9.7. In connection with PROFESSIONAL's responsibility for Shop Drawings and samples, see
paragraphs 6.23 through 6.29 inclusive.
9.8. In connection with PROFESSIONAL's responsibilities as to Change Orders, see Articles 10, 11
and 12.
9.9. In connection with PROFESSIONAL's responsibilities in respect of Applications for Payment,
etc., see Article 14.
Determinations for Unit Prices:
9.10. PROFESSIONAL will determine the actual quantities and classifications of Unit Price Work
performed by CONTRACTOR. PROFESSIONAL will review with CONTRACTOR PROFESSIONAL's
preliminary determinations on such matters before rendering a written decision thereon (by recommendation
of an Application for Payment or otherwise). PROFESSIONAL's written decisions thereon will be final and
binding upon OWNER and CONTRACTOR, unless, within ten days after the date of any such decision, either
OWNER or CONTRACTOR delivers to the other party to the Agreement and to PROFESSIONAL written
notice of intention to appeal from such a decision.
Decisions on Disputes:
9.11. PROFESSIONAL will be the initial interpreter of the requirements of the Contract Documents
and judge of the acceptability of the Work thereunder. Claims, disputes and other matters relating to the
acceptability of the Work or the interpretation of the requirements of the Contract Documents pertaining to the
performance and furnishing of the Work and claims under Articles 11 and 12 in respect of changes to the
Contract Price or Contract Time will be referred initially to PROFESSIONAL in writing with a request for a
formal decision in accordance with this paragraph, which PROFESSIONAL will render in writing within a
reasonable time. Written notice of each such claim, dispute and other matter will be delivered by the claimant
to PROFESSIONAL and the other party to the Agreement promptly (but in no event later than thirty days after
the occurrence of the event giving rise thereto) and written supporting data will be submitted to
PROFESSIONAL and the other party within sixty days after such occurrence unless PROFESSIONAL allows
an additional period of time to ascertain more accurate data in support of the claim.
9.12. When functioning as interpreter and judge under paragraphs 9.10 and 9.11, PROFESSIONAL
will not show partiality to OWNER or CONTRACTOR and will not be liable in connection with any interpretation
or decision rendered in good faith in such capacity. The rendering of a decision by PROFESSIONAL pursuant
to paragraphs 9.10 and 9.11 with respect to any such claim, dispute or other matter (except any which have
been waived by the making or acceptance of final payment as provided in paragraph 14.16) will be a condition
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precedent to any exercise by OWNER or CONTRACTOR of such rights or remedies as either may otherwise
have under the Contract Documents or by Laws or Regulations in respect of any such claim, dispute or other
matter.
Limitations on PROFESSIONAL's Responsibilities:
9.13. Neither PROFESSIONAL's authority to act under this Article or elsewhere in the Contract
Documents nor any decision made in good faith to exercise such authority shall give rise to any duty or
responsibility of PROFESSIONAL to CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, any of their agents or employees.
9.14. PROFESSIONAL shall not be responsible for the construction means, methods, techniques,
sequences, or procedures or the safety precautions and programs used. PROFESSIONAL shall not be
responsible for CONTRACTOR's failure to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents.
9.15. PROFESSIONAL shall not be responsible for the acts or omissions of CONTRACTOR, any
Subcontractors, any agents or employees, or any other persons performing any of the Work.
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ARTICLE 1 O.-CHANGES IN THE WORK
10.1. Without invalidating the Contract, OWNER may at any time or from time to time order additions,
deletions, or revisions in the Work. The OWNER shall provide CONTRACTOR with a proposal request,
identifying the Work to be added, deleted or revised. Upon receipt, CONTRACTOR shall promptly submit a
written proposal for the changed work prepared in accordance with Articles 11 and 12. If the proposal request
calls only for the deletion of Work, the OWNER may order the partial suspension of any Work related to the
proposed deletion, in which case CONTRACTOR must cease performance as directed; CONTRACTOR shall
not be entitled to claim lost profits on deleted work. All changed Work shall be executed under the applicable
conditions of the Contract Documents.
10.2. Additional Work performed by CONTRACTOR without authorization of a Change Order will not
entitle CONTRACTOR to an increase in the Contract Price or an extension of the Contract Time, except in the
case of an emergency as provided in Article 6. The effect of this paragraph shall remain paramount and shall
prevail irrespective of any conflicting provisions contained in these Contract Documents.
10.3. Upon agreement as to changes in the Work to be performed, Work performed in an emergency
as provided in Article 6, and any other claim of CONTRACTOR for a change in the Contract Time or the
Contract Price, PROFESSIONAL will prepare a written Change Order to be signed by PROFESSIONAL and
CONTRACTOR and submitted to OWNER for approval.
10.4. In the absence of an agreement as provided in 10.3, OWNER may, at its sole discretion, issue a
Work Change Directiveto CONTRACTOR. Pricing of the Work Change Directive will be in accordance with
Section 11.3. The Work Change Directive will specify a price, and if applicable a time extension, determined
to be reasonable byOWNER. If CONTRACTOR fails to sign such Work Change Directive, CONTRACTOR
may submit a claim in accordance with Articles 11 and 12, but CONTRACTOR shall nevertheless be obligated
to fully perform the work as directed by the Work Change Directive.
10.5. CONTRACTOR shall proceed diligently with performance of the Work as directed by OWNER,
regardless of pending claim actions, unless otherwise agreed to in writing.
10.6. If notice of any change affecting the general scope of the Work or the provisions of the Contract
Documents (including, but not limited to, Contract Price or Contract Time) is required by the provisions of any
Bond to be given to a surety, the giving of any such notice will be CONTRACTOR's responsibility, and the
amount of each applicable Bond will be adjusted accordingly.
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ARTICLE 11-CHANGE OF CONTRACT PRICE
11.1. The Contract Price constitutes the total compensation (subject to written authorized
adjustments) payable to CONTRACTOR for performing the Work. All duties, responsibilities and obligations
assigned to or undertaken by CONTRACTOR shall be at CONTRACTOR's expense without change in the
Contract Price.
11.2. The Contract Price may only be changed by a Change Order or by a Written Amendment. Any
claim for an increase or decrease in the Contract Price shall be based on written notice delivered by the party
making the claim to the other party and to PROFESSIONAL promptly (but in no event later than thirty days)
after the occurrence of the event giving rise to the claim and stating the general nature of the claim. Notice of
the amount of the claim with supporting data shall be delivered within sixty days after such occurrence (unless
PROFESSIONAL allows an additional period of time to ascertain more accurate data in support of the claim)
and shall be accompanied by claimant's written statement that the amount claimed covers all known amounts
(direct, indirect and consequential) to which the claimant is entitled as a result of the occurrence of said event.
All claims for adjustment in the Contract Price shall be determined by PROFESSIONAL in accordance with
paragraph 9.11 if OWNER and CONTRACTOR cannot otherwise agree on the amount involved. No claim for
an adjustment in the Contract Price will be valid if not submitted in accordance with this paragraph 11.2.
11.3. The value of any Work covered by a Change Order or of any claim for an adjustment in the
Contract Price will be determined by the following procedures:
11.3.1. Designated Unit Price (Field Measure). CONTRACTOR and OWNER recognize and
acknowledge that the quantities shown for those items designated in the Bid Proposal as unit price items are
approximations prepared by OWNER for bid purposes and that the actual compensation payable to
CONTRACTOR for the utilization of such items is based upon the application of unit prices to the actual
quantities of items involved as measured in the field and required to complete the Work as originally defined in
the Contract Documents.
11.3.2. When it is determined by OWNER that an addition, deletion, or revision to the Work, as
defined in these Contract Documents, is required and affects the quantities required for items designed in the
Bid Proposal as unit price items, CONTRACTOR and OWNER agree that the compensation payable to
CONTRACTOR for such unit price items shall be adjusted accordingly by a Change Order based upon the
application of the appropriate unit prices shown in the Bid Proposal to the quantity of the unit price item
required to complete the Work as defined in the Contract Documents.
11.3.3. Other Unit Prices. For items not designated in the bid proposal as unit prices, OWNER and
CONTRACTOR may establish unit prices as agreed on by Change Order.
11.3.4. Lump Sum. When it is determined by OWNER that an addition, deletion or revision to the
Work is required which results in a change in Work designated in the Bid Proposal as a lump sum item, the
amount of increase or decrease in the lump sum price shall be established by mutual agreement of the
parties.
11 .3.5. If the pricing methods specified in 11.3 are inapplicable, or if the parties are unable to agree on
a price for the changed work, a reasonable price for the same shall be established by OWNER in accordance
with 11.4 and 11.5. OWNER shall then process a unilateral Change Order, specifying the said reasonable
price, in accordance with 11.4 through 11.6. CONTRACTOR shall perform the Work as directed in the
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Change Order.
11.3.6. Failure on the part of CONTRACTOR to construct any item to plan or authorized dimensions
within the specification tolerances shall result in: reconstruction to acceptable tolerances at no additional costs
to OWNER; acceptance at no pay; or acceptance at reduced final pay quantity or reduced unit price, all at the
discretion of OWNER. Determinations of aggregate monetary change for items identified as lump sum
quantities shall be made by OWNER based upon an analysis of the scope of CONTRACTOR's failure to
construct to plan or authorized dimensions.
Cost of the Work:
11.4. The term Cost of the Work means the sum of all costs necessarily incurred and paid by
CONTRACTOR in the proper performance of the Work. Except as otherwise may be agreed to in writing by
OWNER, such costs shall be in amounts no higher than those prevailing in the locality of the Project, shall
include only the following items and shall not include any of the costs itemized in paragraph 11.5:
11.4.1. Payroll costs for employees in the direct employ of CONTRACTOR in the performance of the
Work under schedules of job classifications agreed upon by OWNER and CONTRACTOR. Payroll costs for
employees not employed full time on the Work shall be apportioned on the basis of their time spent on the
Work. Payroll costs shall include, but not be limited to, salaries and wages plus the cost of fringe benefits
which shall include social security contributions, unemployment, excise and payroll taxes, workers' or
workmen's compensation, health and retirement benefits, bonuses, sick leave, vacation and holiday pay
applicable thereto. Such employees shall include superintendents and foremen at the site. The expenses of
performing Work after regular working hours, on Saturday, Sunday or legal holidays, shall be included in the
above to the extent authorized by OW N ER.
11.4.2. Cost of all materials and equipment furnished and incorporated inthe Work, including costs of
transportation and storage thereof, and Suppliers' field services required in connection therewith. All cash
discounts shall accrue to CONTRACTOR unless OWNER deposits funds with CONTRACTOR with which to
make payments, in which case the cash discounts shall accrue to OWNER. Trade discounts, rebates and
refunds and all returns from sale of surplus materials and equipment shall accrue to OWNER, and
CONTRACTOR shall make provisions so that they may be obtained.
11.4.3. Payments made by CONTRACTOR to the Subcontractors for Work performed by
Subcontractors. If required by OWNER, CONTRACTOR shall obtain competitive bids from Subcontractors
acceptable to CONTRACTOR and shall deliver such bids to OW N ER who then determines, with the advice of
PROFESSIONAL, which bids will be accepted. .If a subcontract provides that the Subcontractor is to be paid
on the basis of Cost of the Work Plus a Fee, the Subcontractor's Cost of the Work shall be determined in the
same manner as CONTRACTOR's Cost of the Work. All subcontracts shall be subject to the other provisions
of the Contract Documents insofar as applicable.
11.4.4. Costs of special consultants (including but not limited to engineers, architects, testing
laboratories, surveyors, attorneys and accountants) employed for services specifically related to the Work.
11.4.5. Supplemental costs including the following:
11.4.5.1. The proportion of necessary transportation, travel and subsistence expenses of CONTRAC-
TOR's employees incurred in discharge of duties connected with the Work.
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11.4.5.2. Cost, including transportation and maintenance, of all materials, supplies, equipment,
machinery, appliances, office and temporary facilities at the site and hand tools not owned by the workers,
which are consumed in the performance of the Work, and cost less market value of such items used but not
consumed which remain the property of CONTRACTOR.
11.4.5.3. Rentals of all construction equipment and machinery and the parts thereof whether rented
from CONTRACTOR or others in accordance with rental agreements approved by OWNER with the advice of
PROFESSIONAL, and the costs of transportation, loading, unloading, installation, dismantling and removal
thereof-all in accordance with terms of said rental agreements. The rental of any such equipment, machinery
or parts shall cease when the use thereof is no longer necessary for the Work.
11.4.5.4. Sales, consumer, use or similar taxes related to the Work, and for which CONTRACTOR is
liable, imposed by Laws and Regulations.
11.4.5.5. Deposits lost for causes other than negligence of CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor or
anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them or for whose acts any of them may be liable, and royalty
payments and fees for permits and licenses.
11.4.5.6. Losses and damages (and related expenses), not compensated by insurance or otherwise,
to the Work or otherwise sustained by CONTRACTOR in connection with the performance and furnishing of
the Work (except losses and damages within the deductible amounts of property insurance established by
OWNER in accordance with paragraph 5.6) provided they have resulted from causes other than the
negligence of CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, or anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them or
for whose acts any of them may be liable. Such losses shall include settlements made with the written consent
and approval of OWNER. No such losses, damages and expenses shall be included in the Cost of the Work
for the purpose of determining CONTRACTOR's Fee. If, however, any such loss or damage requires
reconstruction and CONTRACTOR is placed in charge thereof, CONTRACTOR shall be paid forservices a
fee proportionate to that stated in paragraph 11.6.~.
11.4.5.7. The cost of utilities, fuel and sanitary facilities at the site.
11.4.5.8. Minor expenses such as telegrams, long distancetelephone calls, telephone service at the
site, expressage and similar petty cash items in connection with the Work.
11.4.5.9. Cost of premiums for additional Bonds and insurance required because of changes in the
Work and premiums of property insurance coverage within the limits of the deductible amounts established by
OWNER in accordance with paragraph 5.6.
11.5. The term Cost of the Work shall not include any of the following:
11.5.1. Payroll costs and other compensation of CONTRACTOR's officers, executives, principals (of
partnership and sole proprietorships), general managers, engineers, architects, estimators, attorneys,
auditors, accountants, purchasing and contracting agents, expeditors, timekeepers, clerks and other
personnel employed by CONTRACTOR whether at the site or in CONTRACTOR's principal or a branch office
for general administration of the Work and not specifically included in the agreed upon schedule of job
class ifications referred to in paragraph 11.4.1 orspecifically covered by paragraph 11 .4.4-all of which are to be
considered administrative costs covered by CONTRACTOR's Fee.
11 .5.2. Expenses of CONTRACTOR's principal area branch offices other than CONTRACTOR's
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office at the site.
11.5.3. Any part of CONTRACTOR's capital expenses, including interest on CONTRACTOR'S capital
used for the Change Order Work and charges against CONTRACTOR for delinquent payments.
11 .5.4. Cost of premiums for all Bonds and for all insurance whether or not CONTRACTOR is
required by the Contract Documents to purchase and maintain the same (except for the cost of premiums
covered by subparagraph 11.4.5.9 above).
11 .5.5. Costs due to the negligence of CONTRACTOR, any Subcontractor, or anyone directly or
indirectly, employed by any of them or for whose acts any of them may be liable, including but not limited to,
the correction of defective Work, disposal of materials or equipment wrongly supplied and making good any
damage to property.
11 .5.6. Other overhead or general expense costs of any kind and the costs of any item not
specifically and expressly included in paragraph 11 .4.
CONTRACTOR's Fee:
11.6. CONTRACTOR's Fee allowed to CONTRACTOR for overhead and profit shall be determined
as follows:
11.6.1. a mutually acceptable fixed fee; or if none can be agreed upon;
11.6.2. a fee based on the following percentages of the various portions of the Cost of. the Work:
11.6.2.1. for costs incurred under paragraphs 11.4.1 and 11 .4.2, CONTRACTOR's Fee shall be
fifteen percent,
11.6.2.2. for costs incurred under paragraph 11.4.3, CONTRACTOR's Fee shall five percent; and if a
subcontract is on the basis of Cost of the Work Plus a Fee, the maximum allowable to CONTRACTOR on
account of overhead and profit of all Subcontractors shall be fifteen percent,
11.3,
11.6.2.3. no fee shall be payable on the basis of costs itemized under paragraphs 11.4.4, 11.4.5 and
11.6.2.4. the amount of credit to be allowed by CONTRACTOR to OWNER for any such change
which results in a net decrease in cost will be the amount of the actual net decrease plus a deduction in
CONTRACTOR's Fee by an amount equal to ten percent of the net decrease, and
11.6.2.5. when both additions and credits are involved in anyone change, the adjustment in CON-
TRACTOR's Fee shall be computed on the basis of the net change in accordance with paragraphs 11.6.2.1
through 11.6.2.4, inclusive.
11.7. For all changes, CONTRACTOR shall submit an itemized cost breakdown, together with
supporting data in such detail and form as prescribed by the Project Manager. When a credit is due, the
amount of credit to be allowed by CONTRACTOR to OWNER for any such change which results in a net
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decrease in cost will be the amount of the actual net decrease in direct cost as determined by the Project
Manager, plus the applicable reduction in overhead and profit. When both additions and credits are involved
in any change, the combined overhead and profit shall be calculated on the basis of the net change, whether
an increase or decrease. In any event, the minimum detail shall be an itemization of all man-hours required by
discipline/trade with the unit cost per man-hour and total labor price, labor burden, equipment hours and rate
for each piece of equipment, material by units of measure and price per unit, other costs specifically itemized,
plus the overhead and profit.markup.
Cash Allowances:
11 .8. It is understood that CONTRACTOR has included in the Contract Price all allowances so
named in the Contract Documents and shall cause the Work so covered to be done by such Subcontractors or
Suppliers and for such sums within the limit of the allowances as may be acceptable to PROFESSIONAL
CONTRACTOR agrees that:
11.8.1. The allowances include the cost to CONTRACTOR (less any applicable trade discounts) of
materials and equipment required by the allowances to be delivered at the site and all applicable taxes; and
11.8.2. CONTRACTOR's costs for unloading and handling on the site, labor, installation costs,
overhead, profit and other expenses contemplated for the allowances have been included in the Contract
Price and not in the allowances. No demand for additional payment on account of any thereof will be valid.
Prior to final payment, an appropriate Change Order will be issued as recommended by PROFESSIONAL to
reflect actual amounts due CONTRACTOR on account of Work covered by allowances, and the Contract
Price shall be correspondingly adjusted.
Unit Price Work:
11.9.1. Where the Contract Documents provide that all or part of the Work is to be Unit Price Work,
initially the Contract Price will be deemed to include for all Unit Price Work an amount equal to the sum of the
established unit prices for each separately identified item of Unit Price Work times the estimated quantity of
each item as indicated in the Agreement. The estimated quantities of items of Unit Price Work are not
guaranteed and are solely for the purpose of comparison of Bids and determining an initial Contract Price.
Determinations of the actual quantities and classifications of Unit Price Work performed by CONTRACTOR
will be made by PROFESSIONAL in accordance with Paragraph 9.10.
11 .9.2. Each unit price will be deemed to include an. amount considered by CONTRACTOR to be
adequate to cover CONTRACTOR's overhead and profit for each separately identified item.
11.9.3. Where the quantity of any item of Unit Price Work performed by CONTRACTOR differs
materially and significantly from the estimated quantity of such item indicated in the Agreement and there is no
corresponding adjustment with respect to any other item of Work and if CONTRACTOR believes that
CONTRACTOR has incurred additional expense as a result thereof, CONTRACTOR may make a claim for an
increase in the Contract Price in accordance with Article 11 if the parties are unable to agree as to the amount
of any such increase.
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ARTICLE 12.-CHANGE OF CONTRACT TIME
12.1. The Contract Time may on Iy be changed by a Change Order. Any request for an extension in
the Contract Time shall be made in writing and delivered to PROFESSIONAL and OWNER within seven (7)
calendar days of the occurrence first happening and resulting in the claim. Written supporting data will be
submitted to PROFESSIONAL and OWNER within fifteen (15) calendar days after such occurrence unless the
OWNER allows additional time. All claims submitted by CONTRACTOR for adjustments to the Contract Time
must set forth in detail the reasons for and causes of the delay and clearly indicate why the subject delay was
beyond CONTRACTOR's control or fault.
12.2. If CONTRACTOR is delayed at any time in the performance, progress, commencement, or
completion of the Work by any act or neglect of OWNER or PROFESSIONAL, or by an employee of either, or
by any separate CONTRACTOR employed by OWNER, or by changes ordered in the Work, or by labor
disputes, fire, unavoidable casualties, utility conflicts which could not have been identified or foreseen by
CONTRACTOR using reasonable diligence, or any causes beyond CONTRACTOR's control or fault, then the
Contract Time shall be extended by Change Order for such reasonable time as OWNER may determine.
CONTRACTOR shall be entitled to an extension of time for such causes only for the number of days of delay
which OWNER may determine to be due solely to such causes and only to the extent such occurrences
actually delay the completion of the Work and then only if CONTRACTOR shall have strictly complied with all
the requirements of the Contract Documents. Provided, however, notwithstanding anything in the Contract
Documents to the contrary, no interruption, interference, inefficiency, suspension or delay in the performance,
progress, commencement or completion of the Work for any cause whatsoever, including those for which
OWNER or PROFESSIONAL may be responsible in whole or in part, shall relieve CONTRACTOR of its duty
to perform or give rise to any right to damages or additional compensation from OWNER. CONTRACTOR's
sole and exclusive remedy against OWNER for interruption, interference, inefficiency, suspension or delay of
any aspect of the Work shall be the right to seek an extension to the Contract Time in accordance with the
procedures set forth herein.
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ARTICLE 13--WARRANTY AND GUARANTEE; TESTS AND INSPECTIONS: CORRECTION,
REMOVAL OR ACCEPTANCE OF DEFECTIVE WORK
Warranty and Guarantee:
13.1. CONTRACTOR warrants and guarantees to OWNER that all materials and equipment will be
new unless otherwise specified and that all work will be of good quality, performed in a workmanlike manner,
free from faults or defects, and in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents and any
inspections, tests, or approvals referred to in this Article. All unsatisfactory Work, all faulty Work and all Work
not conforming to the requirements of the Contract Documents or such inspections, tests, approvals, or all
applicable building, construction and safety requirements shall be considered defective. Notice of all defects
shall be given to CONTRACTOR by PROFESSIONAL. All defective work, whether or not in place, may be
rejected, corrected, or accepted as provided in this Article.
Access to Work:
13.2. For the duration of the Work, PROFESSIONAL and its representatives, other designated
representatives of OWNER, and authorized representatives of any regulatory agency shall at all times be
given access to the Work. CONTRACTOR shall provide proper facilities for such access and observation of
the Work and also for any inspection or testing by others.
Tests and Inspections:
13.3. If the Contract Documents, laws, ordinances, rules, regulations or orders of any public authority
having jurisdiction require any Work to specifically be inspected, tested, or approved by someone other than
CONTRACTOR, CONTRACTOR shall give PROFESSIONAL timely notice of readiness therefore.
13.4. The testing firm(s) (if assigned by OWNER to this Work) and all such inspections, tests, or
approvals provided for by OWNER shall be identified in writing by PROFESSIONAL to CONTRACTOR. All
other inspections, tests or approvals shall be at CONTRACTOR's expense including additional expenses for
inspection and tests required as a result of delays by CONTRACTOR or hours worked in excess of 40 hours
per week. For all required inspections, tests, and approvals on any Work prepared, performed, or assembled
away from the site, CONTRACTOR will furnish PROFESSIONAL with the required Certificates of Inspection,
testing, or approval. All such tests will be in accordance with the methods prescribed by the American Society
for Testing and Materials or such other applicable organizations as may be required by law or the Contract
Documents. Materials or Work in place that fail to pass acceptability tests shall be retested at the direction of
PROFESSIONAL and at CONTRACTOR's expense.
13.5. All inspections, tests or approvals other than those required by laws or Regulations of any
public body having jurisdiction shall be performed by organizations acceptable to OWNER and
CONTRACTOR (or by PROFESSIONAL if so specified).
13.6. If any Work (including the work of others) that is to be inspected, tested or approved is covered
without written concurrence of PROFESSIONAL, it must, if requested by PROFESSIONAL, be uncovered for
observation. Such uncovering shall be at CONTRACTOR's expense unless CONTRACTOR has given
PROFESSIONAL timely notice of CONTRACTOR's intention to cover the same and PROFESSIONAL has not
acted with reasonable promptness in response to such notice.
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13.7. Neither observations by PROFESSIONAL or Project Manager nor inspections, tests, or
approvals by persons other than CONTRACTOR shall relieve CONTRACTOR of its obligations to perform the
Work in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents.
Uncovering Work:
13.8. If any Work re.quired to be inspected, tested or approved is covered prior thereto without the
prior written approval of PROFESSI9NAl, or if any Work is covered contrary to the request of
PROFESSIONAL, the Work shall, if requested by PROFESSIONAL, be uncovered for observation, inspection,
testing or approval and replaced at CONTRACTOR's expense.
13.9. If PROFESSIONAL considers it necessary or advisable that covered Work be observed by
PROFESSIONAL or inspected or tested by others, CONTRACTOR, at PROFESSIONAL's request, shall
uncover, expose or otherwise make available for observation, inspection or testing as PROFESSIONAL may
require, that portion of the Work in question, furnishing all necessary labor, material and equipment. If it is
found that such Work is defective, CONTRACTOR shall bear all direct and consequential costs of such
uncovering, exposure, observation, inspection and testing and of satisfactory reconstruction (including but not
limited to fees and charges of PROFESSIONAls, architects, attorneys and other PROFESSIONAls), and
OWNER shall be entitled to an appropriate decrease in the Contract Price and, if the parties are unable to
agree as to the amount thereof, OWNER may make a claim therefor as provided in Article 11. If, however,
such Work is not found to be defective, CONTRACTOR shall be allowed an increase in the Contract Price or
an extension of the Contract Time, or both, directly attributable to such uncovering, exposure, observation,
inspection, testing and reconstruction, and, if the parties are unable to agree as to the amount or extent
thereof, CONTRACTOR may make a claim therefor as provided in Articles 11 and 12.
OWNER May Stop the Work:
13.10. When Work is defective or when CONTRACTOR fails to supply sufficient skilled workmen or
suitable materials or equipment or make prompt payments to Subcontractors for labor, materials, or
equipment or if CONTRACTOR violates any provisions of these Contract Documents, OWNER may order
CONTRACTOR to stop the Work until the cause for such order has been eliminated. However, this right of
OWNER to stop the Work shall not give rise to any duty on the part of OWNER to exercise this right for the
benefit of CONTRACTOR or any other party. CONTRACTOR shall have no right to claim an increase in the
Contract Price or Contract Time or other damages for a stop work order under this paragraph.
Correction or Removal of Defective Work:
13.11. When directed by PROFESSIONAL, CONTRACTOR shall promptly, without cost to OWNER
and as specified by PROFESSIONAL, either correct the defective Work whether fabricated, installed, or
completed, or remove it from the site and replace it with non-defective Work. If CONTRACTOR does not
correct such defective Work or remove and replace such defective Work within a reasonable time, as
specified in a written notice from PROFESSIONAL, OWNER may have the deficiency corrected. All direct and
indirect costs of such correction shall be paid by CONTRACTOR or deducted from payment to
CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR will also bear the expense of correcting or removing and replacing all Work
of others destroyed or damaged by the correction, removal, or replacement of the defective Work.
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One Year Correction Period:
13.12. If, after approval of final payment and prior to the expiration of one year after the date of
substantial completion or such longer period of time as may be prescribed by law or by the terms of any
applicable special guarantee required by the Contract Documents, any Work or materials are found to be
defective, incomplete, or otherwise not in accordance with the Contract Documents, CONTRACTOR shall
promptly, without cost to OWNER and in accordance with OWNER's written instructions, either correct such
defective Work or if it has been rejected by OWNER, remove it from the Site and replace it with non-defective
Work. If CONTRACTOR does not promptly comply with the terms of such instructions, OWNER may have
the defective Work corrected, removed, or replaced. All direct, indirect and consequential costs of such
removal and replacement (including but not limited to fees and charges of engineers, architects, attorneys and
other professionals) will be paid by CONTRACTOR.
Acceptance of Defective Work:
13.13. If, instead of requiring correction or removal and replacement of defective Work, OWNER
(and, prior to PROFESSIONAL's recommendation of final payment, PROFESSIONAL) prefers to accept it,
OWNER may do so. CONTRACTOR shall bear all direct, indirect and consequential costs attributable to
OWNER's evaluation of and determination to accept such defective Work (such costs to be approved by
PROFESSIONAL as to reasonableness and to include but not be limited to fees and charges of engineers,
architects, attorneys and other professionals). If any such acceptance occurs prior to PROFESSIONAL's
recommendation offinal payment, a Change Order will be issued incorporating the necessary revisions in the
Contract Documents with respect to the Work, and OWNER shall be entitled to an appropriate decrease in the
Contract Price, and, if the parties are unable to agree as to the amountthereof, OWNER may make a claim
therefor as provided in Article 11. If the acceptance occurs after such recommendation, an appropriate
amount will be paid by CONTRACTOR to OWNER.
OWNER May Correct Defective Work:
13.14. If CONTRACTOR fails within a reasonable time after written notice of PROFESSIONAL to
proceed to correct defective Work or to remove and replace rejected Work as required by PROFESS tONAL in
accordance with paragraph 13.11, or if CONTRACTOR fails to perform the Work in accordance with the
Contract Documents, or if CONTRACTOR falls to comply with any other provision of the Contract Documents,
OWNER may, after seven days' written notice to CONTRACTOR, correct and remedy any such deficiency. In
exercising the rights and remedies under this paragraph, OWNER shall proceed expeditiously, to the extent
necessary to complete corrective and remedial action. OWNER may exclude CONTRACTOR from all or part
of the site, take possession of all or part of the Work, and suspend CONTRACTOR's services related thereto,
take possession of CONTRACTOR's tools, appliances, construction equipment and machinery at the site and
incorporate in the Work all materials and equipment stored at the site or for which OWNER has paid
CONTRACTOR but which are stored elsewhere. CONTRACTOR shall allow OWNER, OWNER's
representatives, agents and employees such access to the site as may be necessary to enable OWNER to
exercise the rights and remedies under this paragraph. All direct, indirect and consequential costs of OWNER
in exercising such rights and remedies will be charged against CONTRACTOR in an amount approved as to
reasonableness by PROFESSIONAL, and a Change Order will be issued incorporating the necessary
revisions in the Contract Documents with respect to the Work, and OWNER shall be entitled to an appropriate
decrease in the Contract Price, and, if the parties are unable to agree as to the amount thereof, OWNER may
make a claim therefor as provided in Article 11. Such direct, indirect and consequential costs will include, but
not be limited to, fees and charges of engineers, architects, attorneys and other professionals, all court costs
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and all costs of repair and replacement of work of others destroyed or damaged by correction, removal or
replacement of CONTRACTOR's defective Work. CONTRACTOR shall not be allowed an extension of the
Contract Time because of any delay in performance of the Work attributable to the exercise by OWNER of
OWNER's rights and remedies hereunder.
Neglected Work by CONTRACTOR
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13.15. If CONTRACTOR neglects to execute the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents,
including any requirements of the progress schedule, PROFESSIONAL may direct CONTRACTOR to submit
a recovery plan and take specific corrective actions including, but not limited to, employing additional workmen
and/or equipment, and working extended hours and additional days, all at no cost to OWNER in order to put
the Work back on schedule. If CONTRACTOR fails to correct the deficiency or take appropriate corrective
action, OWNER may terminate the contract or CONTRACTOR's right to proceed with that portion of Work and
have the Work done by others. The cost of completion under such procedure shall be charged against
CONTRACTOR. A Change Order shall be issued incorporating the necessary revisions in the Contract
Documents, including an appropriate reduction in the Contract Price. If the payments due CONTRACTOR are
not sufficient to cover such amount, CONTRACTOR shall pay the difference to OWNER.
13.16. Should CONTRACTOR work overtime, weekends or holidaysto regain the schedule, all costs
to OWNER of associated inspection, construction management and resident engineers shall be identified to
CONTRACTOR and the Contract Price reduced by a like amount via Change Order.
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ARTICLE 14-PAYMENTS TO CONTRACTOR AND COMPLETION
Schedule of Values:
14.1. The schedule of values established as provided in 2.9 will serve as the basis for progress
payments and will be incorporated into a form of application for Payment acceptable to Project Manager.
Progress payments on account of Unit Price Work will be based on the number of units completed.
Application for Progress Payment:
14.2. At least twenty (20) calendar days before the date established for each progress payment (but
not more often than once a month), CONTRACTOR shall submit to PROFESSIONAL for review an application
for Payment filled out and signed by CONTRACTOR covering the work completed as of the date of the
application and accompanied by such supporting documentation as is required by the Contract Documents. If
payment is requested on the basis of materials and equipment not incorporated in the Work but delivered and
suitably stored at the site or at another location agreed to in writing, the Application for Payment shall also be
accompanied by a bill of sale, invoice or other documentation warranting that OWNER has received the
materials and equipment free and clear of all liens and evidence that the materials and equipment are covered
by appropriate property insurance and other arrangements to protect OWNER's interest therein, all of which
will be satisfactory to OWNER. Payment is subject to a ten percent (10%) retainage that will be held until the
final payment or acceptance by OWNER. The amount of retainage with respect to progress payments will be
as stipulated in the Agreement.
CONTRACTOR's Warranty of Title:
14.3. CONTRACTOR warrants and guarantees that title to all Work, materials and equipment
covered by any Application for Payment, whether incorporated in the Project or not, will pass to OWNER no
later than the time of payment free and clear of all Liens.
Review of Applications for Progress Payment:
14.4. PROFESSIONAL will, within ten (10) calendar days after receipt of each Application for
Payment, either indicate in writing a recommendation of payment and present the application to OWNER, or
return the application to CONTRACTOR indicating in writing PROFESSIONAL's reasons for refusing to
recommend payment. In the latter case, CONTRACTOR may make the necessary corrections and resubmit
the application. OWNER shall, within thirty-one calendar days of presentation to him of the application for
payment with PROFESSIONAL's recommendation of the amount for payment, pay CONTRACTOR amount
recommended.
14.5. PROFESSIONAL's recommendation of any payment requested in an Application for Payment
will constitute a representation by PROFESSIONAL to OWNER, based on PROFESSIONAL's on-site
observations of the Work in progress as an experienced and qualified design PROFESSIONAL and on PROF-
ESSIONAL's review of the Application for Payment and the accompanying data and schedules, that the Work
has progressed to the point indicated; that, to the best of PROFESSIONAL's knowledge, information and
belief, the quality of the Work is in accordance with the Contract Documents subject to an evaluation of the
Work as a functioning whole prior to or upon Substantial Completion, to the results of any subsequent tests
called for in the Contract Documents, to a final determination of quantities and classifications for Unit Price
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Work under paragraph 9.10, and to any other qualifications stated in the recommendation; and that
CONTRACTOR is entitled to payment of the amount recommended. However, by recommending any such
payment, PROFESSIONAL will not thereby be deemed to have represented that exhaustive or continuous
on-site inspections have been made to check the quality or the quantity of the Work beyond the
responsibilities specifically assigned to PROFESSIONAL in the Contract Documents or that there may not be
other matters or issues between the parties that might entitle CONTRACTOR to be paid additionally by
OWNER or OWNER to withbold payment to CONTRACTOR. '
14.6. PROFESSIONAL's recommendation of final payment will constitute an additional representation
by PROFESSIONAL to OWNER that the conditions precedent to CONTRACTOR's being entitled to final
payment as set forth in paragraph 14.13 have been fulfilled.
14.7. PROFESSIONAL may refuse to recommend the whole or any part of any payment if, in
PROFESSIONAL's opinion, it would be incorrect to make such representations to OWNER. PROFESSIONAL
may also refuse to recommend any such payment, or, because of subsequently discovered evidence or the
results of subsequent inspections or tests, nullify any such payment previously recommended, to such extent
as may be necessary in PROFESSIONAL's opinion to protect OWNER from loss because:
14.7.1. the Work is defective, or completed Work has been damaged requiring correction or
replacement.
14.7.2. the Contract Price has been reduced by Written Amendment or Change Order.
14.7.3. OWNER has been required to correct defective Work or complete Work in accordance with
paragraph 13.14. or
14.7.4. of PROFESSIONAL's actual knowledge of the occurrence of any of the events enumerated in
paragraphs 15.2.1 through 15.2.9 inclusive.
OWNER may refuse to make payment of the full amount recommended by PROFESSIONAL because claims
have been made against OWNER on account of CONTRACTOR's performance or furnishing of the Work or
Liens have been filed in connection with the Work or there are other items entitling OWNER to a off-set
against the amount recommended, but OWNER must give CONTRACTOR immediate written notice (with a
copy to PROFESSIONAL) stating the reasons for such action.
Substantial Completion:
14.8. When CONTRACTOR considers the entire Work ready for its intended use, CONTRACTOR
shall notify OWNER and PROFESSIONAL in writing that the entire Work is substantially complete (except for
items specifically listed by CONTRACTOR as incomplete) and request that PROFESSIONAL issue a
certificate of Substantial Completion. Within a reasonable time thereafter, OWNER, CONTRACTOR and
PROFESSIONAL shall make an inspection of the Work to determine the status of completion. If
PROFESSIONAL does not consider the Work substantially complete, PROFESSIONAL will notify
CONTRACTOR in writing giving the reasons therefor. If PROFESSIONAL considers the Work substantially
complete, PROFESSIONAL will prepare and deliver to OWNER a tentative certificate of Substantial
Completion which shall fix the date of Substantial Completion. There shall be attached to the certificate a
tentative list of items to be completed or corrected before final payment. OWNER shall have seven days after
receipt of the tentative certificate during which to make written objection to PROFESSIONAL as to any
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provisions of the certificate or attached list. If, after considering such objections, PROFESSIONAL concludes
that the Work is not substantially complete, PROFESSIONAL will, within fourteen days after submission of the
tentative certificate to OWNER notify CONTRACTOR in writing stating the reasons therefor. If, after
consideration of OWNER's, objections, PROFESSIONAL considers the Work substantially complete,
PROFESSIONAL will within said fourteen days execute and deliver to OWNER and CONTRACTOR a
definitive certificate of Substantial Completion (with a revised tentative list of items to be completed or
corrected) reflecting such changes from the tentative certificate as PROFESSIONAL believes justified after
consideration of any objections from OWNER. At the time of delivery of the tentative certificate of Substantial
Completion, PROFESSIONAL will deliver to OWNER and CONTRACTOR a written recommendation as to
division of responsibilities pending final payment between OWNER and CONTRACTOR with respect to
security, operation, safety, maintenance, heat, utilities, insurance and warranties. Unless OWNER and
CONTRACTOR agree otherwise in writing and so inform PROFESSIONAL prior to PROFESSIONAL's issuing.
the definitive certificate of Substantial Completion, PROFESSIONAL's aforesaid recommendation will be
binding on OWNER and CONTRACTOR until final payment.
14.9. OWNER shall have the right to exclude CONTRACTOR from the Work after the date of
Substantial Completion, but OWNER shall allow CONTRACTOR reasonable access to complete or correct
items on the tentative list.
Partial Utilization:
14.10. Use by OWNER at OWNER's option of any substantially completed part of the Work which (i)
has specifically been identified in the Contract Documents, or (ii) OWNER, PROFESSIONAL, and
CONTRACTOR agree constitutes a separately functioning and usable part of the Work that can be used by
OWNER for its intended purpose without significant interference with CONTRACTOR's performance of the
remainder of the Work, may be accomplished prior to Substantial Completion of all the Work subject to the
following:
14.10.1. OWNER at any time may request CONTRACTOR in writing to permit OWNER to use any
such part of the Work which OWNER believes to be ready for its intended use and substantially complete. If
CONTRACTOR agrees, CONTRACTOR will certify to OWNER and PROFESSIONAL that said part of the
Work is substantially complete and request PROFESSiONAL to issue a certificate of Substantial Completion
for that part of the Work. CONTRACTOR at any time may notify OWNER and PROFESSIONAL in writing that
CONTRACTOR considers any such part of the Work ready for its intended use and substantially complete and
request PROFESSIONAL to issue a certificate of Substantial Completion for that part of the Work. Within a
reasonable time after either such request, OWNER, CONTRACTOR and PROFESSIONAL shall make an
inspection of that part of the Work to determine its status of completion. If PROFESSIONAL does not consider
that part of the Work to be substantially complete, PROFESSIONAL will notify OWNER and CONTRACTOR,
in writing, giving the reasons therefor. If PROFESSIONAL considers that part of the Work to be substantially
complete, the provisions of paragraphs 14.8 and 14.9 will apply with respect to certification of Substantial
Completion of that part of the Work and the division of responsibility in respect thereof and access thereto.
14.10.2. OWNER may at any time request CONTRACTOR, in writing, to permit OWNER to takeover
operation of any such part of the Work although it is not substantially complete. A copy of such request will be
sent to PROFESSIONAL and, within a reasonable time thereafter, OWNER, CONTRACTOR and
PROFESSIONAL shallmake an inspection of that part of the Work to determine its status of completion, and
PROFESSIONAL will prepare a list of the items remaining to be completed or corrected thereon before final
payment. If CONTRACTOR does not object in writing to OWNER and PROFESSIONAL that such part of the
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Work is not ready for separate operation by OWNER, PROFESSIONAL will finalize the list of items to be
completed or corrected and will deliver such list to OWNER and CONTRACTOR together with a written
recommendation as to the division of responsibilities pending final payment between OWNER and
CONTRACTOR with respect to security, operation, safety, maintenance, utilities, insurance, warranties and
guarantees for that part of the Work which will become binding upon OWNER and CONTRACTOR at the time
when OWNER takes over such operation (unless they shall have otherwise agreed in writing and so informed
PROFESSIONAL). During such operation and prior to Substantial Completion of such part of the Work,
OWNER shall allow CONTRACTOR reasonable access to complete or correct items on said list and to
complete other related Work.
14.10.3. No occupancy or separate operation of part of the Work will be accomplished prior to
compliance with the requirements of paragraph 5.15 in respect of property insurance.
14.10.4. OWNER, may at its discretion, reduce the amount of retainage subject to Beneficial
Occupancy.
Final Inspection:
14.11. Upon written notice from CONTRACTOR that the entire Work or an agreed upon portion
thereof is complete, PROFESSIONAL will make a final inspection with OWNER and CONTRACTOR and will
notify CONTRACTOR in writing of all particulars in which this inspection reveals that the Work is incomplete or
defective. CONTRACTOR shall immediately take such measures as are necessary to remedy such defi-
ciencies.
Final Application for Payment:
14.12. After CONTRACTOR has completed all such corrections to the satisfaction of
PROFESSIONAL and OWNER and delivered in accordance with the Contract Documents all maintenance
and operating instructions, schedules, guarantees, bonds, certificates or other evidence of insurance required
by 5.2, certificates of inspection, marked-up record documents and other documents, CONTRACTOR may
make application for final payment following the procedure for progress payments. . The final Application for
Payment shall be accompanied (except as previously delivered) by: (i) all documentation called for in the
Contract Documents, including but not limited to the evidence of insurance required, (ii) consent of the surety,
if any, to final payment, and (iii) complete and legally effective releases or waivers (satisfactory to OWNER) of
all liens arising out of or filed in connection with the Work. In lieu of such releases or waivers of liens and as
approved by OWNER, CONTRACTOR may furnish receipts or release in full and an affidavit of
CONTRACTOR that (i) the releases and receipts include all labor, services, material and equipment for which
a lien could be filed, and (ii) all payrolls, material and equipment bills and other indebtedness connected with
the Work for which OWNER or OWNER's property might in any way be responsible have been paid or
otherwise satisfied. If any Subcontractor or supplier fails to furnish such a release or receipt in full,
CONTRACTOR may furnish a bond or other collateral satisfactory to OWNER to indemnify OWNER against
any lien.
14.12.1. No application for final payment will be accepted by OWNER until approved as-built
documents by CONTRACTOR are accepted and approved by PROFESSIONAL.
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14.12.2. Notwithstanding any other provision of these contract documents to the contrary, OWNER
and PROFESSIONAL are under no duty or obligation whatsoever to any vendor,. materials provider,
Subcontractor, laborer or other party to ensure that payments due and owing by CONTRACTOR to any of
them are or will be made. Such parties shall rely only on CONTRACTOR's surety bonds for remedy of
nonpayment by him. CONTRACTOR agrees to defend and resolve all claims made by Subcontractors,
indemnifying OWNER and PROFESSIONAL for all claims arising from or resulting from Subcontractor or
supplier or material men or laborer services in connection with this project.
14.12.3. General Indemnity: CONTRACTOR shall indemnify OWNER and PROFESSIONAL for any
damages sustained, including lost profits, resulting from CONTRACTOR's failure or refusal to perform the
work required by these contract documents.
Final Payment and Acceptance:
14.13. If, on the basis of PROFESSIONAL's observation of the Work during construction and final
inspection and PROFESSIONAL's review of the final Application for Payment and accompanying
documentation as required by the Contract Documents, PROFESSIONAL is satisfied that the Work has been
completed and CONTRACTOR's other obligations under the Contract Documents have been fulfilled,
PROFESSIONAL will, within ten (10) working days after receipt of the final Application for Payment, indicate in
writing PROFESSIONAL's recommendation of payment and present the Application to OWNER for payment.
At the same time PROFESSIONAL will also give written notice to OWNER and CONTRACTOR thatthe Work
is acceptable subject to the provisions of 14.6. Otherwise, PROFESSIONAL will return the application to
CONTRACTOR, indicating in writing the reasons for refusing to recommend final payment, in which case
CONTRACTOR shall make the necessary corrections and resubmit the Application. After the presentation to
OWNER of the application and accompanying documentation, in appropriate form and substance and with
PROFESSIONAL's recommendation and notice of acceptability, the amount recommended by
PROFESSIONAL will become due and will be paid by OWNER to CONTRACTOR.
14.14. If, through no fault of CONTRACTOR, final completion of the Work is significantly delayed and
if PROFESSIONAL so confirms, OWNER shall, upon receipt of CONTRACTOR's final Application for
Payment and recommendation of PROFESSIONAL and without terminating the Agreement, make payment of
the balance due for that portion of the Work fully completed and accepted. If the remaining balance to be held
by OWNER for Work not fully completed or corrected is less than the retainage stipulated in the Contract and
if bonds have been furnished as required in Article 5, the written consent of the surety to the payment of the
balance due for that portion of the Work fully completed and accepted shall be submitted by CONTRACTOR
to PROFESSIONAL with the application for such payment. Such payment shall be made under the terms and
conditions governing final payment, except that it shall not constitute a waiver of claims.
CONTRACTOR's Continuing Obligation:
14.15. CONTRACTOR's obligation to perform and complete the Work in accordance with the
Contract Documents shall be absolute. Neither recommendation of any progress or final
payment by PROFESSIONAL, nor the issuance of a certificate of Substantial Completion, nor
any payment by OWNER to CONTRACTOR under the Contract Documents, nor any use or
occupancy of the Work or any part thereof by OWNER, nor any act of acceptance by OWNER
nor any failure to do so, nor any review and approval of a Shop Drawing or sample
submission, nor the issuance of a notice of acceptability by PROFESSIONAL pursuant to
paragraph 14.13, nor any correction of defective Work by OWNER will constitute an
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acceptance of Work not in accordance with the Contract Documents or a release of
CONTRACTOR's obligation to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents
(except as provided in paragraph 14.16).
Waiver of Claims:
14.16. The making and acceptance of final payment will constitute:
14.16.1. A waiver of all claims by OWNER against CONTRACTOR, except claims arising from
unsettled liens I from defective Work appearing after final inspection pursuant to 14.11, from failure to comply
with the Contract Documents or the terms of any special guarantees specified therein, or from
CONTRACTOR's continuing obligations under the Contract Documents; and
14.16.2. A waiver of all claims by CONTRACTOR against OWNER other than those previously made
in writing and still unsettled.
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ARTICLE 15--SUSPENSION OF WORK AND
TERMINATION
OWNER May Suspend Work:
15.1. OWNER may; at any time and without cause, suspend the Work or any portion thereof fora
period of not more than ninety days by notice in writing to CONTRACTOR and PROFESSIONAL which will fix
the date on which Work will be resumed. CONTRACTOR shall resume the Work on the date so fixed.
CONTRACTOR shall be allowed an adjustment in the Contract Price or an extension of the Contract Time, or
both, directly attributable to any suspension if CONTRACTOR makes an approved claim therefor as provided
in Articles 11 and 12.
Termination For Cause:
15.2. Upon the occurrence of anyone or more of the following events:
15.2. 1. if CONTRACTOR commences a voluntary case under any chapter of the Bankruptcy Code
(Title 11, United States Code), as now or hereafter in effect, or if CONTRACTOR takes any equivalent or
similar action by filing a petition or otherwise under any other federal or state law in effect at such time relating
to the bankruptcy or insolvency;
15.2.2. if a petition is filed against CONTRACTOR under any chapter of the Bankruptcy Code as now
or hereafter in effect at the time of filing, or if a petition is filed seeking any such equivalent or similar relief
against CONTRACTOR under any other federal or state law in effect at the time relating to bankruptcy or
insolvency;
15.2.3. if CONTRACTOR makes a general assignment for the benefit of creditors;
15.2.4. if a trustee, receiver, custodian or agent of CONTRACTOR is appointed under applicable law
or under contract, whose appointment or authority to take charge of property of CONTRACTOR is for the
purpose of enforcing a Lien against such property or for the purpose of general administration of such property
for the benefit of CONTRACTOR's creditors;
15.2.5. if CONTRACTOR admits in writing an inability to pay its debts generally, as they become due;
15.2.6. if CONTRACTOR fails to perform the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents
(including, but not limited to, failure to supply sufficient skilled workers or suitable materials or equipment or
failure to adhere to the progress schedule established under paragraph 2.9 as revised from time to time);
15.2.7. if CONTRACTOR disregards Laws or Regulations of any public body having jurisdiction;
15.2.8. if CONTRACTOR disregards the authority of PROFESSIONAL; or
15.2.9. if CONTRACTOR otherwise violates in any substantial way any provisions of the Contract
Documents,
OWNER may, after giving CONTRACTOR (and the surety, if there be one) seven days' written notice and to
the extent permitted by Laws and Regulations, terminate the services of CONTRACTOR, exclude
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CONTRACTOR from the site and take possession of the Work and of all CONTRACTOR's tools, appliances,
construction equipment and machinery at the site and use the same to the full extent they could be used by
CONTRACTOR (without liability to CONTRACTOR for trespass or conversion), incorporate in the Work all
materials and equipment stored at the site or for which OWNER has paid CONTRACTOR but which are
stored elsewhere, and finish the Work as OWNER may deem expedient. In such case CONTRACTOR shall
not be entitled to receive any further payment until the Work is finished. If the unpaid balance of the Contract
Price exceeds the direct, indi(ect and consequential costs of completing the Work (including but not limited to
fees and charges of PROFESSIONALs, architects, attorneys and other PROFESSIONALs and court and
arbitration costs) such excess will be paid to CONTRACTOR. If such costs exceed such unpaid balance,
CONTRACTOR shall pay the difference to OWNER. Such costs incurred by OWNER will be approved as to
reasonableness by PROFESSIONAL and incorporated in a Change Order, but when exercising any rights or
remedies under this paragraph, OWNER shall not be required to obtain the lowest price for the Work
performed.
15.3. In the event OWNER terminates the contract for cause and it is subsequently judicially
determined that there was no cause for termination, the termination for convenience provision will be the
means for disposition of the balance of the contract obligations.
Termination for Convenience
15.4. Upon seven working days' written notice to CONTRACTOR and PROFESSIONAL, OWNER
may, without cause and without prejudice to any other right or remedy of OWNER, elect to terminate the
Contract. In such case, CONTRACTOR shall be paid (without duplication of any items):
15.4.1. For completed and acceptable Work executed in accordance with the Contract Documents
prior to the effective date of termination, including fair and reasonable sums for overhead and profit on such
Work;
15.4.2. For expenses sustained prior to the effective date of termination in performing services and
furnishing labor, materials or equipment as required by the Contract Documents in connection with
uncompleted Work, plus fair and reasonable sums for overhead and profit on such expenses;
15.4.3. For all claims, costs, losses and damages incurred in settlement of terminated contracts with
Subcontractors, suppliers and others; and
15.4.4. For reasonable expenses directly attributable to termination.
CONTRACTOR shall not be paid on account of loss of anticipated profits or revenue or other economic loss
arising out of or resulting from such termination.
15.5. Where CONTRACTOR's services have been so terminated by OWNER, the termination will
not affect any rights or remedies of OWNER against CONTRACTOR then existing or which may thereafter
accrue. Any retention or payment of moneys due CONTRACTOR by OWNER will not release
CONTRACTOR from liability.
CONTRACTOR May Stop Work or Terminate:
15.6. If through no act or fault of CONTRACTOR, the Work is suspended for a period of more than
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ninety calendar days by OWNER or under an order of court or other public authority, or PROFESSIONAL fails
to act on any Application for Payment within thirty days after it is submitted or OWNER fails for thirty-one days
to pay CONTRACTOR any sum finally determined to be due, then CONTRACTOR may upon seven working
days' written notice to OWNER and PROFESSIONAL and provided OWNER or PROFESSIONAL did not
remedy such suspension or failure within that time, terminate the Agreement and recover from OWNER
payment on the same terms as provided in 15.2. In lieu of terminating the Agreement and without prejudice to
any other right or remedy, if P.ROFESSIONAL has failed to act on an Application for Payment within thirty days
after it is submitted or OWNER has failed for thirty-one calendar days after it is submitted to pay
CONTRACTOR any sum finally determined to be due, CONTRACTOR may upon seven days' written notice to
OWNER and PROFESSIONAL stop the Work until receipt of payment of all such amounts due
CONTRACTOR, including interest thereon. The provisions of this paragraph are not intended to preclude
CONTRACTOR from making claim under Articles 11 and 12 for an increase in Contract Price or Contract
Time or otherwise for expenses or damage directly attributable to CONTRACTOR's stopping Work as
permitted by this paragraph. The provisions of this paragraph shall not relieve CONTRACTOR of the
obligations under paragraph 6.30 to carry on the Work in accordance with the progress schedule and without
delay during disputes and disagreements with OWNER.
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ARTICLE 16-.DISPUTE RESOLUTION
16.1. All disputes arising under this Contract or its interpretation whether involving law or fact or both,
or extra work, and all claims for alleged breach of contract shall within ten (10) working. days of the
commencement of the dispute be presented by CONTRACTOR to OWNER for decision. All papers
pertaining to claims shall be tiled in quadruplicate. Such notice need not detail the amount of the claim but
shall state the facts surrounding the claim in sufficient detail to identify the claim, together with its character
and scope. In the meantime, CONTRACTOR shall proceed with the Work as directed, Any claim not
presented within the time limit specified in this paragraph shall be deemed to have been waived, except that if
the claim is of a continuing character and notice of the claim is not given within ten (10) working days of its
commencement, the claim will be considered only for a period commencing ten (10) working days prior to the
receipt by OWNER of notice thereof. Each decision by OWNER will be in writing and will be mailed to
CONTRACTOR by registered or certified mail, return receipt requested, directed to his last known address.
16.2 All claims, disputes and other matters in question between OWNER and CONTRACTOR
arising out of, or relating to, the Contract Documents or the breach thereof shall be decided under Georgia
Law in the Superior Court of Richmond County, Georgia. CONTRACTOR by execution of the Contract
consents to jurisdiction and venue in the Superior Court of Richmond County, Georgia, and waives any right to
contest same.
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ARTICLE 17-MISCELLANEOUS
Giving Notice:
17.1. Whenever any provision of the Contract Documents requires the giving of written notice, it will
be deemed to have been validly given if delivered in person to the individual or to a member of the firm or to
an officer of the corporation for whom it is intended, or if delivered at or sent by registered or certified mail,
postage prepaid, to the last business address known to the giver of the notice.
Computation of Time:
17.2.1. When any period of time is referred to in the Contract Documents by days, it will be computed
to exclude the first and include the last day of such period. If the last day of any such period falls on a
Saturday or Sunday or on a day made a legal holiday by the law of the applicable jurisdiction, such day will be
omitted from the computation.
17.2.2. A calendar day of twenty-four hours measured from midnight to the next midnight shall
constitute a day.
General:
17.3. Should OWNER or CONTRACTOR suffer injury or damage to person or property because of
any error, omission or act of the other party or of any of the other party's employees or agents or others for
whose acts the other party is legally liable, claim should be made in writing to the other party within a
reasonable time of the first observance of such injury or damage. The provisions of this paragraph 17.3 shall
not be construed as a substitute for or a waiver of the provisions of any applicable statute of limitations or
repose.
17.4. The duties and obligations imposed by these General Conditions and the rights and remedies
available hereunder to the parties hereto, and, in particular but without limitation, the warranties, guarantees
and obligations imposed upon CONTRACTOR by paragraphs 6.32, 13.1, 13.12,13.14, 14.3 and 15.2 and all
of the rights and remedies available to OWNER and PROFESSIONAL thereunder, are in addition to, and are
not to be construed in any way as a limitation of, any rights and remedies available to any or all of them which
are otherwise imposed or available by Laws or Regulations, by special warranty or guarantee or by other
provisions of the Contract Documents, and the provisions of this paragraph will be as effective as if repeated
specifically in the Contract Documents in connection with each particular duty, obligation, right and remedy to
which they apply. All representations, warranties and guarantees made in the Contract Documents will survive
final payment and termination or completion of the Agreement.
17.5. CONTRACTOR shall keep adequate records and supporting documentation applicable to this
Work and Contract. Said records and documentation shall be retained by CONTRACTOR fora minimum of
five (5) years from the date offinal completion or termination of this Contract. OWNER shall have the right to
audit, inspect, and copy all such records and documentation as often as OWNER deems necessary during the
period of the Contract and for a period of five (5) years thereafter provided, however, such activity shall be
conducted only during normal business hours. OWNER, during this period of time, shall also have the right to
obtain a copy of and otherwise inspect any audit made at the direction of CONTRACTOR as concerns the
aforesaid records and supporting documentation.
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17.6. The Contract Documents are intended by the Parties to, and do, supersede any and all
provisions of the Georgia Prompt Pay Act, O.C.G.A. Section 13-11-1, etseq. In the event any provision of the
Contract Documents are inconsistent with any provision of the Prompt Pay Act, this provision of the Contract
Documents shall control.
17.7. Notwithstanding any provision of the law to the contrary, the parties agree that no interest
shall be due Contractor on any .sum held as retainage pursuant to the Contract Documents and
CONTRACTOR specifically waives any claim to same.
Substitutions:
17.8. Notwithstanding any provision of these general conditions, there shall be no substitutions of
materials that are not determined to be equivalent to those indicated or required in the contract documents
without an amendment to the contract.
Sanitary Sewer Overflow Prevention:
17.9. Procedures to Prevent Overflows During Sanitary Sewer Construction:
17.9.1 The CONTRACTOR is hereby notified that the discharge of any untreated wastewater to
waters of the State is a violation of Georgia Water Quality Regulations and is prohibited.
17.9.2 The CONTRACTOR will submit an Emergency Response Plan prior to beginning work. This
plan will include a list of key personnel with 24-hour contact information who will respond during an emergency
situation. The ERP will include estimates of mobilization time for a response crew to arrive onsite. Any
changes to the Emergency Response Plan will be submitted to the RESIDENT PROJECT
REPRESENTATIVE prior to implementation.
17.9.3 In the event bypass pumping is required to facilitate new sewer construction, bypassing plans
and supporting calculations must be submitted to the Augusta Utilities Department for review prior to
establishment of the bypass. All bypass systems will include complete redundancy in pumping systems, if
failure of the primary pumping system could result in a discharge of untreated wastewater to waters of the
State.
17.9.4 Bypass pumping will be monitored continuously by a person knowledgeable in pump operation
and maintenance if the failure of the bypass pump could result in the discharge of untreated wastewater to
waters of the State.
17.9.5 In the event of a discharge of untreated wastewater, the CONTRACTOR will take the following
actions:
1. Take immediate steps to eliminate or minimize the discharge of untreated wastewater.
2. Immediately notify the Utilities Department dispatcher (706.796.5000) and the RESIDENT
PROJECT REPRESENTATIVE (contact information will be provided at the preconstruction
conference).
3. Maintain a chronicle of relevant information regarding the incident including specific actions taken
by the CONTRACTOR and estimates of the discharge volume.
17.9.6 The RESIDENT PROJECT REPRESENTATIVE will coordinate notification of the Georgia
Environmental Protection Division (800.241 .4113) and the Augusta Emergency Management Agency if
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17.9.7 If, in the opinion of the RESIDENT PROJECT REPRESENTATIVE and the OWNER, the
CONTRACTOR is not responding to an emergency situation in an appropriate manner, the Utilities
Department will undertake necessary actions to abate an overflow situation. The cost of these actions will be
the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR.
17.9.8 Following a discharge of untreated wastewater, a downstream inspection will be conducted by
the Utilities Department to assess potential mitigation measures that may be required of the CONTRACTOR.
PROGRAM MANAGER:
17.10 The PROGRAM MANAGER for the project is CH2M Hill, 360 Bay Street, Suite 100 Augusta,
GA 30901.
The presence or duties of PROGRAM MANAGER's personnel at the construction site, whether as onsite
representatives or otherwise, do not make PROGRAM MANAGER or PROGRAM MANAGER's personnel in
any way responsible for those duties that belong to OWN ER and / or the CONTRACTOR or other entities, and
do not relieve the CONTRACTOR or any other entity of their obligations, duties, and responsibilities, including,
but not limited to, all construction methods, means, techniques, sequences, and procedures necessary for
coordinating and completing all portions of the construction work in accordance with the construction Contract
Documents and any health and safety precautions required by such construction work.
PROGRAM MANAGER and PROGRAM MANAGER's personnel have no authority to exercise any control
over any construction contractor or other entity-or their employees in connection with their work or any health
or safety precautions and have no duty of inspecting, noting, observing, correcting, or reporting on health or
safety deficiencies of the CONTRACTOR(s) or other entity or any other persons at the site except PROGRAM
MANAGER's own personnel.
The presence of PROGRAM MANAGER's personnel at the construction site is for the purpose of providing to
OWNER a greater degree of confidence that the completed construction work will conform generally to the
construction documents and that the integrity of the design concept as reflected in the construction documents
has been implemented and preserved by the construction contractor(s). PROGRAM MANAGER neither
guarantees the performance of the construction contractor(s) nor assumes responsibility for construction
contractor's failure to perform work in accordance with the construction documents.
For this AGREEMENT only, construction sites include places of manufacture for materials incorporated into
the construction work, and construction contractors include manufacturers of materials incorporated into the
construction work
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SUPPLEMENTAL GENERAL CONDffiONS
CONTRACTOR'S Liability Insurance
Insurance shall be written with limits of liability shown below or as required by law, whichever
is greater:
· Commercial General Liability (per occurrence) Each Occurrence
. General Aggregate .
. Products
. Personal & Adv Injury
. Fire Damage
· Automobile Liability (any auto) Combined Single Limit
· Excess Liability (Umbrella) Each Occurrence
· Workers Compensation
. Employer Liability
$ 1,000,000
$ 2,000,000
$ 2,000,000
$ 1,000,000
$ 500,000
$1,000,000
$5,000,000
Statutory Limits
$ 1,000,000
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SECTION 14A
WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
BASIS FOR DESIGN:
Design shall conform to the requirements as set forth in "Minimum Standards for Public
Water" (latest version) as published by the Georgia Environmental Protection Division
(www.dnr.state.ga.us/dnr). A Professional Engineer registered in the State of Georgia
must prepare the plans and specifications.
There shall be no physical connection between a potable water supply and a questionable
water supply which would allow unsafe (contaminated) water to enter the potable water
system by direct pressure, vacuum, gravity or any other means.
Hydraulic designs shall be based upon pressure data applicable to the portion of the
service area, which will serve the proposed facility. Air release valves in vaults shall be
provided at all high points in the water main as required by the Utilities Director.
All water distribution systems shall be looped to the greatest extent possible. Water
mains shall have a minimum nominal inside diameter of 8 inches. 6-inch mains will be
allowed in single-family residential subdivisions where the system is looped. Water
mains having an inside diameter of less than 6 inches will not normally be considered.
During construction when deviations from approved plans are desired, the Augusta
Utilities Department's Inspector shall be notified. Revised plans shall be submitted as
soon as possible to the Augusta Utilities Department for approval. Minor changes not
affecting capacities, flows or operation may be allowed in the field during construction
by the Utilities Department's Inspector. The Inspector shall have final authority as to
what constitutes a minor or major change. An approved set of Record Drawings clearly
showing any changes shall be submitted to the Augusta Utilities Department Inspector at
the completion of the work and prior to sign-off of the final plat.
The Contractor/Developer is responsible for verifying the exact location, size and
material of any existing water facility proposed for connection or use by the project.
All phases of construction must be completed in accordance with the Erosion and
Sedimentation Act 12-7-1 et seq., and no water main must be installed on or in close
proximity of an abandoned landfill site or any site used for waste disposal.
All work that occurs in the public right-of-way shall comply with the Augusta-Richmond
County Planning Commission "Development Documents" (latest version) and Public
Works Department's Right-of-Way Encroachment Guidelines (latest version). Any field
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changes that occur in the public right-of-way and are not specifically related to water or
sewer items shall be coordinated with the Public Works Department.
DESIGN STANDARDS FOR WATER MAINS:
14.1 COVER
14.1.1 Standard depth of cover is 4 feet below existing and proposed road surface (and
areas designed for normal traffic loading) unless otherwise approved by the
Augusta Utilities Department.
14.1.2 Minimum cover to finished grade over water mains shall be 36 inches. Minimum
cover under ditch bottoms shall be 24 inches. These must be approved by the
Augusta Utilities Department on a case-by-case basis.
14.2HORIZONT AL SEPARATION
14.2.1 Ten (10) feet to any existing or proposed sanitary sewer/force main, storm sewer
or sewer manhole (less than 10 feet requires pipe material to be Ductile Iron Pipe
(DIP) for both Water Main and Sewer/Force Main).
14.2.2 Fifteen (15) feet to buildings, top of bank of lakes/streams/creeks, other structures
(10 feet absolute minimum - only when unavoidable, and pipe material is
required to be DIP).
14.2.3 Ten (10) feet minimum separation to gas mains.
14.2.4 Ten (10) feet minimum to underground electric cable.
14.2.5 Current Georgia EPD separation requirements.
14.2.6 All separation distances above are edge to edge.
.14.3 VERTICAL SEPARATION
14.3.1 Water main shall cross over other pipes.
14.3.2 Eighteen (18) inch minimum separation (edge to edge) between all pipes and
cables shall be maintained (6 inch absolute minimum separation with DIP) when
conforming to Georgia EPD separation requirements.
14.3.3 When water mains cross under sewers, additional m~asures shall be taken. At
least 18 inches of separation between the bottom of the sewer and the top of the
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water main shall be provided. Adequate structural support for the sewer to
prevent deflection or settling on the water main. The joint of water pipe shall be
centered at the crossing. Encasement of the water pipe in concrete shall also be
considered.
14.4 LAYOUT
14.4.1 Normal location of proposed water lines is on the north side of east-west streets,
and the east side of north-south streets.
14.4.2 For existing County roads, the proposed water line will generally be located five
(5) feet inside the right-of-way. For existing State roads, the proposed water line
must be located five (5) feet inside the right-of-way. Unusual circumstances may
warrant deviation. The location of the water line will be determined, also, by the
location of the existing lines to be tied into at the beginning and end of the
project.
14.4.3 For subdivisions, the proposed water line shall be located four (4) feet from the
back of the curb. Where ditches are present beside the curb, refer to the Right-of-
Way Encroachment Guidelines (latest version) published by the Public Works
Department.
14.4.4 Wherever possible, avoid laying water line on the same side of the road as the gas
lines.
14.4.5 Water service lines for residential development shall be located at the center of
lot.
14.4.6 Dead ends shall be minimized by making appropriate tie-ins whenever practical.
Permanent dead ends will not be accepted unless unavoidable. Dead ends shall be
equipped with a fire hydrant. If, under special circumstances, where water lines
smaller than six (6) inches in diameter are accepted, an approved blowoff shall be
required for flushing purposes. A minimum of two 22-112-degree bends shall be
required on 6" and larger water lines in cul-de-sacs and shall be shown as such on
plans.
14.4.7 All water mains shall be placed in right-of-way areas or dedicated easements. All
easements shall allow adequate area to construct and maintain the waterline and
appurtenances involved. Permanent easements shall be a minimum of 15 feet
wide with line installed in center of easement. Permanent easements shall be
provided as needed to serve adjacent property, even if the water line is not
installed at that time. If the line has not been installed to future serve adjacent
property, a larger easement than the minimum may be required to construct future
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may be constructed within the limits of permanent easements.
14.5 WATER MAIN MATERIAL
Water mains shall be either ductile iron pipe (DIP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), or
galvanized pipe as ouWned below. Any pipe, solder and flux used during installation of
the water lines and services must be "lead-free" with not more than 8% lead in pipe and
fittings, and not more than 0.2% lead in solders and flux.
DIP shall be centrifugally cast and shall conform to A WW A CI50/ANSI A21.50 (latest
version) for design and A WW A CI51/ANSI A21.51 (latest version) for manufacture.
PVC pipe 6 inch to 12 inch diameter shall conform to A WW A C900 (latest version).
PVC pipe 14 inch to 36 inch diameter shall conform to A WW A C905 (latest version).
For water mains 6" through 16", DIP Pressure Class 350 shall be allowed. For water
mains 18" through 24", DIP Pressure Class 300 shall be allowed. PVC C900 (most
current date), Class 200, SDR-14 with cast iron equivalent O.D.s, gasket bell end with
elastomeric gaskets shall be allowed for water mains 6" through 10" (solvent weld joints
are not permitted). Galvanized pipe shall be seamless, American made, Schedule 80 and
shall conform with the ASTM Specifications. Flanged DIP shall have threaded ductile
iron flanges and shall conform to the requirements of A WW A C115 (latest version). All
flanges shall be Ductile Iron Class 150, ANSI B16.5 (latest version). Flanges shall be flat
faced and all joints shall use 1/8 inch black neoprene full-faced gaskets.
Ductile iron pipe and fittings shall have bituminous coating outside and shall be cement
lined in accordance with A WW A C104/ANSI A21.4 (latest version). DIP shall have
1/16" cement mortar lining with rubber gasket push-on joints or mechanical joints.
Mechanical joint glands shall be ductile iron. Tee bolts and nuts shall be Cor-Ten steel.
Rubber gasket joints shall conform to A WW A Cl11/ANSI A21.11 (latest version), and
shall be furnished by the pipe manufacturer with the pipe. A non-toxic vegetable soap
lubricant shall be supplied with the pipe in sufficient quantities for installing the pipe.
The lubricant shall be approved by NSF for use with potable water mains.
Pipe classes designated previously in this standard are minimum allowed. Actual pipe
class shall be determined based upon the installation and the use intended. Pipe shall be
appropriately labeled on the drawings. All PVC pipe for potable water service shall bear
the approved stamp of the National Sanitation Foundation. Copper wire (12 gauge, bare
single strand) shall be attached along the top of all buried PVC water lines, wrapped
around service corporations and stubbed up into all valves boxes for locating purposes.
14.5.1 DIP shall be required in the following circumstances:
14.5.1.1
Within 10 feet of sanitary and storm pipes.
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Within 15 feet of structures (near side of concrete footing), or top of bank
of lakes/streams/creeks.
14.5.1.3
Crossings over or under sewers, gas and storm pipes with less than 18
inches separation, with no joint allowed within 10 feet of crossing.
14.5.1.4
Beneath all paved areas, excluding driveways or sidewalks.
14.5.1.5
Within project boundaries of subdivisions with private roads where the
Utilities Department will take over the line for operations and
maintenance.
14.5.1.6
Along all state right-of-ways.
14.5.2 The Utilities Director may mandate DIP in any instances of off-site or on-site
construction where future abuse to the line is possible due to location or
circumstances.
14.5.3 Restrained Joints shall be DIP as follows:
For 12-inch and Smaller - Restrained joint shall be U.S. Pipe Field Lok, American
Ductile Iron Pipe Lok-Fast, EBAA Iron Mega-Lug, or an equivalent product.
For 14-inch Diameter and Larger - Restrained joint shall be U.S. Pipe TR Flex,
American Ductile Iron Pipe Lok-Ring, or equivalent product.
If inserting in older cast iron pipe, the restrained joint shall be as approved by the
Augusta Utilities Department.
Retainer GlandslMega-Lug shall not be considered a fitting.
The restraint method shall be suitable for the pipe size thickness and test pressure as
required for the specified design case. The plans shall indicate the restrained length of
pipe each side of the fittings.
14.5.4 Jack and Bore Installations:
Casing pipe used with jack and bore shall be in accordance with requirements of
the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) or railway specifications and
Section 14C Excavation & Backfilling of these specifications. Carrier pipe shall
be restrained joint DIP as outlined in paragraph 14.5.3.
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Directional Bore Installations: Directional bores will be considered as a viable
alternative to jack and bore installation under Augusta-Richmond County
roadways. The Utilities Director will review each case for materials and
construction methods.
14.5.5 Mains may be tapped as long as the tapping line is smaller than the tapped line
unless otherwise approved by the Augusta Utilities Department. See Section 14.9
for service tap requirements. Equal size line connections approved by the
Augusta Utilities Department shall require that a tee be cut into the main where
possible. Tees are also required at locations dictated by the Utilities Director.
Tapped connections in pipe and fittings shall be made in such a manner as to
provide a watertight joint and adequate strength against pull-out.
Tapping Sleeves and Valve shall be ductile iron, mechanical joint. Tapping
sleeves and valves are required for all taps 4 inches and greater. Taps less than 4
inches shall be provided with a service saddle meeting the requirements of
Section 14.9. Valves shall be provided on all taps. Tapping sleeves shall be a
minimum of 6 feet from pipe joints.
14.5.6 Schedule 40 PVC shall only be used as sleeves for the installation of service line
tubing under all pavement areas. Use in the water distribution system or other
areas are not acceptable.
14.5.7 Unspecified transitions from DIP to PVC are not allowed. Material for transition
shall be indicated and specified and must be approved by the Augusta Utilities
Department.
14.5.8 All construction material shall be first quality, not previously used. Repair
clamps are not acceptable. . Damaged or faulty pipe and materials must be
properly replaced. All gaskets shall be new. When connecting to existing valves
or fittings, gaskets shall be replaced, not reused.
14.5.9 The Engineer shall provide a complete set of shop drawings, which shall indicate
the Augusta Utilities Department's specific material requirements. In general,
material requirements will be guided by the latest versions of the specifications of
AWW A, ANSI, ASTM, and NSF.
14.6 WATER MAIN SIZE
The minimum size of water main shall be 6 inches unless otherwise approved by the
Utilities Director. However, a professional engineer shall justify the size of the pipes
with a hydraulic network analysis.
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The new water main shall have the ability to meet maximum daily demands plus- fire flow
requirements as mandated by Georgia EPD "Minimum Standards for Public Water
Systems" (latest version) and the Augusta Fire Marshal. The residual design pressure
under all conditions shall not be less than 20 psi.
14.7 VAL YES, FITTINGS AND APPURTENANCES
Valving of all water distribution systems shall be designed to facilitate the isolation of
each section of pipeline between intersections of the network. Generally, the number of
valves at an intersection shall be one less than the number of pipes forming the
intersection. Gate valves, 4 inches to 12 inches, shall be the resilient seat type
conforming to A WW A C509 (latest version). Valves larger than 12 inches shall be gear
operated butterfly valves, conforming to A WW A C504 (latest version). Wafer valves
shall not be accepted. Valves shall generally be installed at intervals of not more than
2,000 LF on transmission mains and on all primary branches connected to these mains.
Where possible, a valve shall be installed next to a fire hydrant for locating purposes. In
high density areas (25 dwelling units), valves shall be installed as necessary to minimize
the number of persons affected by a water main break.
The Utilities Director shall determine which mains are distribution or transmission.
Valves shall OPEN LEFT if installed south of Gordon Highway (SR 10), or OPEN
RIGHT if installed north of Gordon Highway. Valves shall be provided with valve stem
extensions to within 6 inches of ground surface, where centerline of pipe to grade is
greater than 4 feet.
Valve boxes shall be M&H E-2702, Mueller HI0364 or approved equal. Each valve box
shall be slip-type to adjust for a minimum cover of 36" bury. The flanged base of the
valve box shall be at least six (6) inches above the pipe so not to stress water lines 4" and
smaller. Extension pieces will be required for additional depth over valves. Extensions
shall be M&HE-3120 or Mueller H.,10375. Covers shall have "WATER" cast on top.
All valves, bends, tees, crosses and dead ends shall be restrained by a mechanical
restraint systems as outlined in Paragraph 14.5.3., or by use of a concrete thrust block in
those instances that warrant such an installation. Thrust blocks shall be poured-in-place
concrete having a minimum compressive strength of 3,000 psi after 28 days of cure time.
Calculations for restrained joints shall be provided by the design engineer. Soil bearing
value shall be 2,000 psf maximum. Lower values shall be used when soil is poor quality.
All materials, fittings and appurtenances intended for use in pressure pipe systems shall
be designed and constructed for a minimum working pressure of 150 psi unless the
specific application dictates a higher working pressure requirement.
Standard pressure pipe fittings of size four (4) inch ill and larger shall be ductile iron
conforming to A WWA C153 (latest version), with mechanical joints unless flanged or
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restrained joints are required. Gray cast-iron fittings are not allowed. Ductile iron
fittings shall be cement lined in accordance with A WW A C104 (latest version).
Mechanical joint fittings, 24 inches and smaller shall be rated for 350 psi working
pressure. Flanged joint fittings 24 inches and smaller shall be rated for 250 psi working
pressure. All fittings 30 inches and larger shall be rated for 250 psi working pressure. For
sizes less than four (4) inch ill, fittings shall be suitable to the pipe material and
application. Glands for mechanical joint fittings shall be ductile iron, and tee bolts and
nuts shall be Cor-Ten steel. Only bolt systems fumished by the manufacturer for
mechanical joints are acceptable; nuts and bolts shall be new, not reused. Pipe gaskets
shall be new as supplied by the pipe manufacturer. All flanges shall be ductile iron Class
150, ANSI BI6.5. All flanges shall be flat faced. Full face, 1/8 inch black neoprene
gaskets shall be used on all flanged joints. All joints shall conform to A WW A Clll
(latest version). Bolts, nuts and washers for flanges shall be hot dip galvanized, except T-
bolts shall be Cor-Ten steel.
List of Specifications:
ANSI!A WW A CI51/A21.51-96 4-FEB-1996 or latest version
American National Standard for Ductile-Iron Pipe, Centrifugally Cast, for Water
ANSI!AWWA CI50/A21.50-96 1996 orlatest version
American National Standard for Thickness Design of Ductile-Iron Pipe
ANSI!A WWA C115/A21.15-94 1994 orlatest version
American National Standard for Flanged Ductile-Iron Pipe With Threaded Flanges
ANSI!A WW A Cl11/A21.11-95 1995 orlatest version
American National Standard for Rubber-Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and
Fittings
ANSI! A WW A C153-98 1998 or latest version
American National Standard for Ductile-Iron and Gray-Iron Fittings, 3 in. through 48 in.
(75 mm through 1200 mm), for Water and Other Liquids
ANSI!AWWA CI04/A21.4.,95 1995 orlatestversion
American National Standard for Cement-Mortar Lining for Ductile-Iron Pipe and Fittings
for Water
14.8 FIRE HYDRANTS
Fire hydrants shall be provided in all water mains, transmission and distribution systems.
Accepted models are Mueller #A-24018, M&H Figure29T AWWA Compression Type-
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Dry Top-Traffic Model 150 psi working pressure, 300 psi testing pressure. Kennedy K-
81D will also be accepted. All fire hydrants shall be ordered safety yellow body with
white bonnet and caps. Fire hydrants shall be spaced such that the radius of protection
will not be more than 500 feet. In certain areas, closer spacing may be required by the
Fire Marshal.
Each hydrant shall be left turn opening and capable of delivering a flow of at least 500
gallons per minute with a residual design pressure of not less than 20 psi, or a higher flow
as required by the Fire Marshal. Multiple fire hydrants with looped mains and/or larger
main sizes may be required to provide water for higher flow demand. Flow tests shall be
performed to verify the specified fire flow demand.
Fire hydrants shall be of the dry barrel break-away type conforming to A WW A C502
(latest version), with two 2 Y2 inches threaded hose nozzles and one 4 Y2 inch threaded
pumper nozzle. Hose and pumper nozzle threading shall be national standard. Show
connection shall be 6-inch mechanical joint. The center line of the nozzles shall be 18
inches above the finish grade. Hydrants shall have a 5 Y4 inch interior valve opening and
be restrained from hydrant to tee at the main. At the discretion of the Utilities Director,
additional protection for fire hydrants shall be provided including but not limited to
concrete filled ductile iron traffic posts.
Fire hydrant branches (from main to hydrant) shall be a minimum of 6 inches ill. Each
branch shall be provided with a resilient seat gate valve located as close as possible to the
main. Hydrants shall be located at or near road right-of-way lines with pumper nozzle
pointing toward the road. A clear zone around all fire hydrants shall be adhered to,
consisting of a 5 foot radius around the hydrant and 7 feet above the top of the hydrant.
Maintain 15 feet minimum from hydrant to all structures. Placement of landscaping,
fencing, etc. shall be considered in order to meet this clear zone requirement.
List of Specifications:
ANSI! A WW A C500-93 1993 or latest version
Metal-Seated Gate Valves for Water Supply Service (includes addendum C500a-95
ANSI! A WW A C502-94 1994 or latest version
Dry-Barrel Fire Hydrants (includes addendum C502a-95)
ANSI! A WW A C503-97 1997 or latest version
Wet-Barrel Fire Hydrants
ANSI! A WW A C504-94 1994 or latest version
Rubber-Sealed Butterfly Valves
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ANSI! A WW A C507 -99 1- DEC-1999 or latest version
Ball Valves 6 in. through 48 in. (150 nun through 1200 nun)
ANSI! A WW A C508-93 1993 or latest version
Swing-Check Valves for Waterworks Service, 2 in. (50nun) Through 24 in. (600nun)
NPS (includes addendum C508a-93
ANSI!A WW A C509-94 1994 or latest version
Resilient-Seated Gate Valves for Water-Supply Service (includes addendum C509a-95)
ANSI! A WW A C550-90 1990 or latest version
Protective Epoxy Interior Coating for Valves and Hydrants
14.9 WATER SERVICE LINES AND TAPS
Tapping sleeves and tapping crosses shall be of a heavy body ductile iron, mechanical
joint suitable for a working pressure of 150 psi for sleeves and crosses larger than 14-inch
(200 psi for sleeves and crosses equal to or less than 14-inch), as approved by the
Augusta Utilities Department.
No direct service taps shall be allowed. All service line taps shall be supplied with
corporation stops. Service line tubing shall be rolled of soft continuous and seamless
copper Type K conforming to A WW A C800 and ASTM B-88 (latest version).
Corporation Stops and Main Connectors:
%" FB600 - 3 Ford or Equal
1" FB600 - 4 Ford or Equal.
Taper Thread Inlet by Flare Copper Outlet
Eighth Bends:
%" LA02 - 33 Flare 1/8 Bend
%" LA04 - 33 Compression 1/8 Bend
I" LA02 - 44 Flare 1/8 Bend
I" LA04 - 44 Compression 1/8 Bend
Minimum size for residential use shall be one (1) inch. The service line shall be laid in a
straight line and be of a continuous piece of pipe from corporation to curb cock. The
curb cock shall be located 6 inches behind and 8 inches below the top of new curb or
edge of asphalt. Where service connects to DIP or any pressure-rated pipe, service
saddles must be used. Brass double strap tapping saddles shall be used. U-bolt type
straps are not acceptable. All water service taps on the main shall be spaced at a
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minimum distance of 18 inches apart and a minimum of 18 inches from a bell .or fitting.
If two or more taps are required at a minimum spacing, they shall be offset 450
alternatively. Services greater than one (1) inch shall be seamless galvanized. 2"
services shall have two 2" 90-degree galvanized elbows per Augusta Utilities' 2 Inch
Water Service detail.
Services shall not ex~eed over 100 feet from the main to the meter. Where possible,
meter shall be placed in unpaved area as close to the water main as possible.
14.10 METER INSTALLATION
The Contractor/Developer shall furnish and install an approved meter box at the
termination point of all water services, and maintain until such time as a meter is
installed. Meters will be installed by Augusta Utilities Department at the time services is
required at the stub-out. Each unit within a residential building (i.e., duplex, triplex, etc.)
shall have a separate meter, unless prior approval is received by the Utilities Director.
The proper sizing of service lines is the responsibility of the design engineer. Meters will
be available in the following sizes only: 5/8 x 3/4, 1, 1 'h, 2, 3, 4-inch, and larger standard
sizes as necessary. Meter boxes for 1 Y2 inch and smaller meters are standard. 2-inch and
larger shall be installed in a meter vault. The Augusta Utilities Department reserves the
right to request historical data for meter sizing.
Meter boxes shall be Rome type, 10" x 19" x 10" cast iron box and lid. The top shall
have cast ribs on the bottom side with four(4) legs to prevent sliding movement. The
box shall have a minimum weight of 37 lbs., for meters 1 Y2 inch or smaller. Meter and
curb stop shall be fully encased by the meter box. Meter vaults (for meters 2 inch and
larger) shall be fabricated of masonry block or pre-cast reinforced concrete using 3,000
psi concrete and #4 rebar. The access hatch shall be made of heavy duty aluminum, and
shall be hinged and lockable. The hatch shall be large enough for removal of the meter
but no smaller than 48" x 36". Wall dimensions shall allow 2 feet of working clearance.
Vault floors shall be no less than 4 inches thick with 3,000 psi concrete and #4 rebar,
with the meter located no less than 18 inches off the floor.
The Augusta Utilities Department assumes no responsibility for undersized meters and
problems associated with it. All meters will be provided and installed by the Augusta
Utilities Department. The meters remain the property of the Augusta Utilities
Department.
Meters should generally be placed 18 inches inside the adjacent utility easement that
parallels the right-of-way. Where sidewalk, two feet of clearance is required between the
customer's side of the sidewalk edge and the meter box. In developments where the
property line is not clearly defined (e.g., condominiums) the meter should be placed for
ready access as approved by the Augusta Utilities Department. Meter and control valves
shall be" accessible and unobstructed for 4 feet in all directions. This shall include but not
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be limited to transformers, telephone junction boxes, walls, trees, etc. Meters shall not be
placed in areas that can be fenced, such as backyard. Meter boxes shall not be placed in
any asphalt or concrete surfaced areas (sidewalks, driveways, curbs, etc.) unless approved
in writing by Augusta Utilities. For shopping centers, the developer's engineer should
give special consideration to meter layout so as to satisfy these requirements. When no
alternative is available but to locate in asphalt, the top of box shall be flush with the
asphalt surface. Met~rs shall not be located in low areas that normally receive storm
water. The box shall also be located outside of parking stalls. The box and lid should be
traffic bearing, but located outside of a commonly trafficked area.
14.11 BACKFLOW PREVENTION DEVICES
Backflow prevention devices shall be provided, as required by the Utilities Director and
as set forth in these Standards. All irrigation systems, water services and fire lines for
industrial/office/commercial, schools, mobile home parks, multi-family residences and
any other locations as determined by the Utilities Director shall require suitable backflow
prevention assemblies on the customer side of service lines (domestic, irrigation, and
fire). Backflow devices shall be tested by a certified person and the results furnished to
the Augusta Utilities Department prior to any water use. Residential development shall
install a "Dual Check" Backflow Device on the customer's side of service line at the
point of tie-in to the water meter. The plumber or builder tying service into the set meter
will submit the test results for the backflow prevention device to the Augusta Utilities
Department's Inspector prior to acceptance and any water use.
Backflow prevention device assemblies shall be the latest approved product of a
manufacturer regularly engaged in the production of this type equipment. All assemblies
shall be as approved by the America Society of Sanitary Engineering (ASSE), The
American National Standards Institute (ANSI), The American Water Works Association
(A WW A), Foundation for Cross Connection Control and Hydraulic Research of the
University of Southern California, and the Georgia State Plumbing Code.
Type and size of assemblies shall be indicated on the drawings.
Backflow prevention device ownership and maintenance responsibilities shall be as set
forth in the appropriate ordinances. The Owner shall document yearly that the backflow
prevention device has been tested annually by a qualified technician. A copy of the
technician's certification must be attached to the test results and submitted to the Augusta
Utilities Director. Engineer must comply with the Augusta Utilities Department Policies
and Procedures for Backflow Prevention by Containment (latest version). A copy of this
manual is available upon request.
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List of Specifications:
ANSI!A WW A C51O-97 1997 or latest version
Double Check Valve Backflow-Prevention Assembly
ANSI! A WW A C511-97 1997 or latest version
Reduced-Pressure Principle Backflow-Prevention Assembly
14.12 SYSTEM PRESSURES
The design engineer shall not assume a pressure greater than 35 psi at the meter of
detector check valve without confirmation from the Augusta Utilities Department. The
design engineer, if possible, should field verify the available pressures prior to finalizing
their design. The Augusta Utilities Department does not guarantee or warrant any
pressure or flow above what the system can furnish. Augusta Utilities reserves the right
to limit water usage for irrigation in the event of drought, or requirement by the Georgia
EPD.
14.13 FIRE LINES
All fire lines shall have a detector check valve with a 5/8 inch by-pass meter (to detect
low flows) within the right-of-way or dedicated easement. No exceptions to the by-pass
meter requirement shall be made regardless of sprinkler system type, configuration, etc.
CONSTRUCTION:
14.14 WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM INST ALLA TION
Authorization must be obtained from the Augusta Utilities Department to construct, alter
or modify a water line. Construction of water infrastructure will be authorized by the
Utilities Department upon approval of submitted plans and notification of the Augusta
Utilities Department at least 24 hours prior to starting construction (706-772-5503).
Where water lines will encroach public right-of-way, a Right-of-Way Encroachment
Permit approved by the Public Works Department is required prior to construction. A
Right-of-Way Encroachment Permit application is available through the Public Works
Department (706-821-1706).
Installation of water mains and associated appurtenances shall be in accordance with
current A WW A specifications and manufacturer's requirements for the specific product.
Loading or unloading and storage of pipe, fittings, valves, etc. shall be done such that to
avoid damage. The interior of all pipe, fittings, valves, etc. shall be kept free of dirt and
foreign matter at all times. All piping shall be placed in a dry trench with a stable
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bottom. Wet trench installation shall be allowed only upon written approval of the
Utilities Director.
Mechanical restraint systems shall be required at each fitting involving a change of
direction and as specified in the approved plans. Concrete thrust blocks will be allowed
in lieu of mechanical restraint systems.
Backfill shall be free of boulders and debris, and shall comform to Georgia Department
of Transportation Specifications. Sharp or rocky material encountered in the base shall
be replaced with proper bedding. Pipe shall be laid on line and grade as designed. Pipe
joints, gravity blocks, service connections, and conflicts shall be left exposed until
visually inspected and approved by the Augusta Utilities Department's Inspector.
Fire hydrants shall be installed true and plumb with the center of the pumper nozzle
facing toward the road. Hydrants shall not be placed in the sidewalk. The engineer will
be responsible for moving hydrants placed in sidewalks.
All valves shall be placed according to plans. Valve stems shall be installed plumb.
Valve stem extensions are required as described in Section 14.7. Air relief valves shall
be installed at all high points in the water main where air can collect, as shown on the
plans or as directed by Augusta Utilities.
List of Specifications:
ANSI! A WW A C600-93 1993 or latest version
Installation of Ductile-Iron Water Mains and Their Appurtenances
ANSI! A WW A C605-94 30-J AN -1994 or latest version
Underground Installation of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure Pipe and Fittings for
Water
ANSI!A WW A C512-92 1992 or latest version
Air Release, Air/Vacuum and Combination Air Valves for Water Works Service
14.14.1 Handling and Storing of Materials: Unload pipe so as to avoid
deformation or other injury thereto. Place no pipe within pipe of a larger size.
Store pipe and fittings on sills above storm drainage level and deliver for laying
after the trench is excavated. Valves shall be drained and so stored as to protect
them from freezing.
14.14.2 Pipe Laying (General): The interior of the pipe shall be clean and joint
surfaces wiped clean and dry when the pipe is lowered into trench. Lower each
pipe, fitting and valve into the trench carefully and lay true to line and without
objectionable breaks in grade. The depth of cover below finished grade shall be
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not less than 3 feet, or as shown on the drawings. Give all pipes a uniform
bearing on the trench bottom. Allow no trench water or dirt to enter the pipe after
laying. Insert a watertight plug in the open end of the piping when pipe laying is
not in progress.
14.14.3 Boring and Jacking: Where required by the drawings, the water line will
be installed in a steel casing, placed by boring and jacking. Where boring is
required under. highways or city/county roads, the materials and workmanship
will be in accordance with the standards of the Georgia Department of
Transportation or local authority. Boring and jacking under railroads will be
governed by the latest A.R.E.A. Standards, Part 5, "Pipelines" and those of the
railroad involved.
14.14.3.1 Casing: Pipe: The casing pipe shall conform to the materials standard of
ASTM Designation A252, with minimum wall thickness of 0.219 inch. Steel pipe
will have a minimum yield strength of 35,000 psi. Casing pipe shall be joined
together with welded joints.
14.14.3.2 Carrier Pipe: The carrier pipe shall be ductile iron as specified herein.
14.14.3.3 Installation: The steel casing shall be installed by the "Dry Bore and Jack"
method. If voids develop or if the bored hole diameter is greater than the outside
diameter of the pipe by more than approximately 1 inch, remedial measures will
be taken as approved by the Engineer.
When installing water line through casing, Contractor shall use mechanical joint
pipe with retained glands through length of casing. The water main shall be
strapped to 8 foot long treated wooden skids with metal straps throughout length
of casing. The ends of the casing shall be sealed with brick and mortar.
14.14.4 Reaction Blocking: All plugs, caps, tees, bends and other fittings shall be
provided with adequate reaction blocking as shown on the drawings. Reaction
blocking shall be made to bear directly against the undisturbed trench wall.
Where trench conditions are, in the opinion of the Engineer, unsuitable for
reaction blocking, the Contractor shall provide tied joints to adequately anchor the
piping as shown on the drawings. All the rods and clamps shall be given a
bituminous protective coating.
14.14.5 Pressure and Leakage Testing: Before any work will be accepted for
payment, the Contractor will fill the piping with water, open outlet as necessary
for expelling the entrapped air. No fire hydrant shall be opened full force during
charging operations. Thereafter, furnish the necessary equipment and test the
piping under the supervision of the Engineer for a period of at least 2 hours at not
less than 1.25 times the design pressure in pounds per square inch, based upon the
highest elevation of the section under test. Pressure testing shall be in accordance
with the latest A WW A Standard C600, Section 4.1. at 1.5 times the working
pressure at the point of testing. Inspect all joints, and remedy to the satisfaction
of the Engineer any defects discovered. Continue the test until all visible leaks
have been eliminated from the part of the system under test, and the pressure
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remains constant with a maximum pressure drop of 5 psi for the duration of the
test.
Immediately following the pressure test, and before any work will be accepted for
payment, the Contractor shall perform a leakage test. Leakage is defined as the
quantity of water to be supplied into the newly laid pipe, or any valved section
thereof necessary to maintain the specified leakage test filled with water to within
5 psi of the test pressure. No pipe installation will be accepted until the leakage is
less than the number of gallons per hour as determined by the formula:
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Allowable L 133.D) leakage in gallons per hour.
The length of pipe in the section tested.
The nominal diameter of the pipe in inches.
The average test pressure during the leakage test in pounds per
square inch gauge.
The leakage test shall be conducted in accordance with A WW A Standard C-600,
Section 4.1 (latest version).
14.14.6 Connection to Existing System: All connections to existing mains shall be
made under the direct supervision of the Augusta Utilities Department's
Inspector. Valves on existing mains shall be operated by or under direct
supervision of Augusta Utilities Department personnel. Tapping sleeves and
valves shall be pressure tested prior to tapping. If service to existing customers
must be cut off, the Augusta Utilities Department shall be notified at least three
(3) days in advance to make necessary notifications. The Contractor shall
disinfect and secure appropriate Utilities Department clearances and samples for
any service interruptions which occur as a result of a Contract request for shut
down or error. The clearances shall be obtained within 72 hours of reactivation.
If cut-off of service is required, the Contractor shall be ready to proceed with as
much material pre-assembled as possible at the site to minimize the length of
service interruption. Augusta Utilities reserves the right to postpone service cut-
off if, in the opinion of the Utilities Director, the Contractor is not ready to
proceed on schedule. No customer should be without water for more than four (4)
hours. The Owner/Developer shall arrange for temporary services to Customer if
water will be shut off for more than four hours.
Local chlorination will be required for all pipe and fittings used to complete
connections with the potable water system. Tapping sleeves and valves shall be
chlorinated in accordance with A WW A requirements. All wet taps shall' be
witnessed by the Augusta Utilities Department's Inspector.
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14.15 CLEANING AND FLUSHING
Upon completion of installation, the mains shall be flushed and the water disposed of
without creating a nuisance. Flushing must achieve a minimum water velocity of 2.5 fps
in all portions of the pipe. The duration of the flushing will be determined by the
Augusta Utilities Department's Inspector. If, in the opinion of the Augusta Utilities
Department's Inspect9r, there is insufficient water available for proper flushing, the
Contractor shall clean the lines by pigging. No flushing or cleaning shall take place
without an Augusta Utilities representative present. The existing mains that the new
mains are connected to may be required to be flushed under the direction of the Augusta
Utilities Department when service is restored.
14.16 TESTING AND DISINFECTION
All water mains shall be leak tested. The Contractor/Developer shall provide all
equipment, materials and labor necessary for pressure and leak testing. This test must be
observed by an Augusta Utilities Department representative and the design engineer. A
pumping pressure of 200 psi must be supplied at the expense of the
Contractor/Developer. The main tested shall either be isolated from active potable lines'
or protected from leakage by a double valve arrangement. All water used for pressure
testing must be potable water with an adequate chlorine residual. Water lines shall be
tested by valve sections. Maximum allowable leakage shall be as determined in
accordance with current A WW A specifications. The standard duration of test is four (4)
hours. Testing procedures shall meet or exceed A WW A C600(latest version)
requirements. Any portions of the main which fail the test shall be replaced or adjusted
until the entire new main passes the test criteria. The pressure and leakage test shall be
done concurrently.
Augusta Utilities shall be notified at least 24 hours in advance to schedule bacteriological
testing of water mains. The Contractor shall replace or adjust components of the pipeline
which fail the test. Clearance is required from the Utilities Department before the
Augusta Utilities Department will allow the main to be put into service.
All piping complete with fittings and appurtenances shall be sterilized as specified in the
applicable sections of A WW A Specification C651 (latest version) "Disinfecting Water
Mains." Piping and appurtenances shall be thoroughly flushed then chlorinated with not
less than fifty parts per million (50 ppm). Calcium hypochlorite can be used. Water from
the existing distribution system or other source of supply should be controlled so as to
flow slowly into the newly laid pipeline during the application of chlorine. The solution
should be retained in the pipeline for not less than 24 hours and a chlorine residual of 10
ppm should be available at this time. The system shall then be flushed with potable water
and the sampling program started. Sampling taps and chlorinated water used for
disinfection shall be flushed to a location that will not damage property, persons, etc., and
shall be provided by the Contractor/Developer at the expense of the
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Contractor/Developer. The provisions of this paragraph apply equally to new'pipe and
fittings and to existing pipelines into which connections have been made or which may
have been otherwise disturbed to the extent that contamination may have occurred. All.
requirements of the health authorities shall be observed in executing this work. The
disposal of heavily chlorinated water (following disinfection) must be accomplished in
accordance with the latest editions of the A WW A Standard C651 and the EPD's
Minimum Standards f?r Public Water Systems.
Two or more successive sets of samples, taken at 24 hour intervals and tested by a State
approved private lab, shall indicate bacteriologically satisfactory water and the results
submitted to the Engineer.
14.17 WATER/SEWER SEPARATION:
A 10 foot horizontal separation shall be maintained between water and sewer lines.
Where the horizontal separation cannot be met or where water and sewer lines must
cross, an 18 inch vertical separation, water over sewer must be maintained. Where the
above conditions cannot be met, water and sewer lines shall be cast iron or ductile iron
pipe with joints staggered such that maximum separation between joints exists. The
water line shall be installed over the sewer line.
14.18 AS-BillL T DRAWINGS:
As the work progresses, record on one set of utility drawings all changes and deviations
from the contract drawings in sizes, lines or grade. Record also the exact final location of
water lines by offset distances to surface improvements such as edge of existing
pavement or to property lines, etc. at a maximum interval of 200 feet. Make sufficient
measurements to locate definitely all water lines etc., to permanent points. The drawings
will show references to all valves, fittings, pipe brand changes, etc. Transfer accurately
all such records in red pencil to white prints of the utility drawings and deliver them to
the Engineer with monthly payment estimate.
14.19 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT:
Payment will be made only for elements in place and tested as follows:
1. Pipelines will be paid for at the unit contract price, per linear foot, for each
size, type and class installed, complete, including fittings. No deduction
will be made for the laying length of valves and fittings installed within
pipelines.
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2. Valves will be paid for at the unit contract price for each size and "type
installed. Payment therefore will include box or vault as shown on the
plans.
3. Fire hydrants will be paid for at the unit contract price for each size
installed, complete with the lead piping, valve, and main tee, in place as
shown (:)fi the plans.
4. Service lines will be paid for at the unit contract price for each size and type
installed, complete as shown on the plans~
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SECTION 14B
SANITARY SEWER SYSTEMS
BASIS FOR DESIGN:
A Professional Engineer registered in the State of Georgia must prepare the plans and
specifications. Design must conform to the requirements set forth in "Recommended
Standards for Wastewater Facilities" (latest version) published by the Great Lakes-Upper
Mississippi River Board of State and Provincial Public Health and Environmental
Managers, and follow EPD guidelines.
Before a sewer is designed, the area to be served should be studied for the purpose of
estimating the type and quantity of flow to be handled. Design should be considered for
the ultimate tributary population. Consideration should be given to the maximum
anticipated capacity of institutions, industrial parks, etc. Where future relief sewers are
planned, economic analysis of alternatives should accompany initial permit application.
Design should be based on peak sewage flows plus the anticipated maximum
infiltration/inflow levels under normal open channel flow conditions.
All food service operations are required to install, operate, clean, and maintain a
sufficiently sized oil and grease separator (grease trap) to prevent obstruction or
interference with the proper operation of the sanitary sewer collection system and
treatment plants.
All existing waterworks units, including basins, wells, and treatment units, located within
200 feet of a proposed sewer shall be shown on the engineering plans. Soil conditions
within this 200 feet of waterworks shall be determined and shown on the plans.
A professional engineer shall determine force main size, after a study has been completed
of the surrounding area with regards to the proposed construction and potential future
construction. A minimum velocity of 2 fps within a force main shall be acceptable for
prevention of solids settling.
No sanitary sewer lines less than eight (8) inches in diameter may be installed. Sanitary
laterals with clean-outs shall be installed at ALL service tie-ins to the system.
During construction when deviations from approved plans affecting capacity, flow, or
operation are desired, the Augusta Utilities Department's Inspector shall be notified.
Revised plans shall be submitted as soon as possible to the Augusta Utilities Department
for approval. Minor changes not affecting capacities, flows or operation may be allowed
in the field during construction by the Utilities Department's Inspector. The Inspector
shall have final authority as to what constitutes a minor or major change. An approved
set of Record Drawings clearly showing any changes shall be submitted to the Augusta
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Utilities Department Inspector at the completion of the work and prior to sign-off of the
final plat.
The Contractor/Developer is responsible for verifying the exact location, size and
material of any existing sewer facility proposed for connection or use by the project.
DESIGN STANDARDS FOR SANITARY SEWER LINES:
14.20 COVER
14.20. 1 Minimum cover to finished grade over sanitary sewer shall be four (4) feet.
14.20.2Maximum cover shall be 20 feet unless otherwise approved by the Augusta
Utilities Department.
14.21HORIZONT AL SEPARATION
14.21.1 Ten (10) feet to water lines and storm sewer lines.
14.21.2Fifteen (15) feet to buildings, top of bank of lakes/streams/creeks, other structures
(10 feet absolute minimum - only when unavoidable, and pipe material is
required to be DIP). .
14.21.3Ten (10) feet minimum separation to gas mains.
14.21.4Ten (10) feet minimum to underground electric cable.
14.21.5AlI separation distances above are edge to edge.
14.22VERTICAL SEPARATION
Eighteen (18) inch minimum separation (edge to edge) between all pipes and cables shall
be maintained (6 inch absolute minimum separation with DIP)
14.23LA YOUT
14.23.1Sanitary sewer easements shall be a minimum of twenty (20) feet wide with the
sewer line centered in the easement.
14.23.2Individual sewer services shall be a minimum of six (6) inches in diameter and
shall extend from the main and terminate with "a clean-out constructed at the edge
of right-of-way. If the main is installed outside of the right-of-way, the services
with clean-outs shall terminate at the edge of the permanent easement. All lines
eight (8) inches in diameter and larger shall terminate in a manhole. Sewer lines
installed parallel to lakes/streams/creeks shall be designed to leave a 25-foot
undisturbed buffer along the edge of the bank. The required service lateral with
clean-out shall be inspected by the Augusta Utilities Inspector prior to physical
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tie-in of private service line. The use of donuts or tying into the stack pipe of the
clean-out is strictly prohibited.
14.23.3Under no circumstances shall house sewer services and water services be laid in
the same trench.
14.23.4All sewers sh~ll be designed and constructed to give a mean velocity of 2.0 feet
per second, when flowing full, based on Manning's formula using an "n' of 0.014.
The following are the minimum slope that should be provided; however, slopes
greater than these are desirable.
Size (inches)
8
10
12
14
15
16
18
21
24
27
30
33
36
39
42
Minimum Slope in Feet
Per 1 00 Feet
0.40
0.28
0.22
0.17
0.15
0.14
0.12
0.10
0.08
0.067
0.058
0.052
0.046
0.041
0.037
Where velocities greater than 10 feet per second are attained, special
provision shall be made to protect against displacement by erosion and
impact.
14.23.5The maximum slope for a sanitary sewer line shall be 20%. All 20% sewers shall
be DIP with concrete collar walls at every joint or altemate restraining system
provided by design engineer. Slopes less than 20% are preferred. If steep slope is
necessary, the Augusta Utilities Department Engineer must approve the design.
14.23.6Buoyancy of sewers shall be considered and flotation of the pipe shall be
prevented with appropriate construction where high groundwater conditions are
anticipated.
14.23.7Manhole spacing shall not exceed 400 LF for sewers 15 inches in diameter or
smaller, and 500 feet for sewers 18 inches to 30 inches.
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14.23.8Manholes shall be located at the junction of sewers and at changes in grade, pipe
size, or alignment. They shall also be installed at all intersections. Sanitary sewer
manholes should not be located where surface water drain into them. When this is
not possible, a watertight cover shall be specified. For this purpose, and also for
assisting in locating manholes across country, the rims shall be set above grade.
14.23.9A drop manhole shall be provided for a sewer entering a manhole at an elevation
of 24 inches or more above the manhole invert. Where the difference in elevation
between the incoming sewer and the manhole invert is less than 24 inches the
invert shall be filleted to prevent solids deposition.
14.23.lOMinimum angle between influent and effluent sanitary sewer lines at a manhole
shall be ninety (90) degrees.
14.23.11Both vertical and horizontal alignments shall be reviewed with the Augusta
Utilities Department prior to finalization.
14.23.12All pipes crossing proposed sanitary sewer lines shall be shown as conflicts in
plan and profile views on the sanitary sewer plan sheets (not on detail sheets).
Crossings shall be designated by a letter (A, B, C, etc...) and include information
regarding top of pipe and bottom of pipe elevations. Contact the Augusta Utilities
Department for an example. The design engineer is responsible for identifying all
conflicts.
14.23.13Where indicated on the plans, pipe stub-outs for the connection of future sewers
shall be provided during the construction of new manholes. Each stub-out shall
be plugged in the bell end of the stub-out with plug approved by Augusta
Utilities.
14.24SANITARY SEWER MATERIAL
Pipe for sanitary sewers shall be polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or ductile iron pipe (DIP) as
outlined below. However, DIP is considered a remedial measure for special applications
only. Standard pipe lengths not greater than 20 feet shall be used. Force main pipe shall
be of approved C900-CL200 water pipe.
PVC pipe shall be manufactured from virgin resin conforming to ASTM D-3034 (latest
version) with minimum classification of SDR-35. DIP shall be epoxy-lined and conform
to AWWA CI51/ANSI A21.51 (latest version). Design methods shall conform to
A WW A CI50/ANSI A21.50 (latest version). DIP shall be Class 350 for 12" and smaller.
All fittings shall be of the same quality and material as the pipe to be used. Pipe classes
shall be determined based upon the installation and the use intended. Pipe shall be
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appropriately labeled on the drawings. WYE fittings shall be utilized. TEE fittings and
saddles shall not be allowed. All DIP fittings shall"be ductile iron or cast iron.
Aerial pipe shall be mechanical joint DIP or continuous weld, wrapped and coated steel
pipe. Piers shall be placed at every joint directly behind the bell. Site conditions may
dictate construction utilizing more stringent requirements than indicated in the standard
detail. Anchor collars shall be constructed on the pipe whenever pipe grade is 20% or
greater. Restrainers may be used in lieu of collars when a particular brand and method
are determined equivalent.
14.24.1 DIP shall be required in the following circumstances:
14.24. 1. 1 When sanitary sewer line has less than four (4) feet of cover. Minimum depth
of DIP is two (2) feet.
14.24.1.2When a sanitary sewer line cross over storm pipe (Must be one joint of DIP
centered on the crossing)
14.24.1.3When a sanitary sewer line passes laterally within one (1) foot of a storm sewer
line (Must be one joint of DIP centered on the crossing).
14.24.1.4When a sanitary sewer line is to have in excess of eighteen (18) feet of fill.
14.24.1.5When a sanitary sewer line is at the maximum slope of 20%.
14.24.1.6For last joint of pipe at all drop manholes greater than three (3) feet.
14.24.1.7When a sanitary sewer is less than six (6) feet under a street.
14.24.1.8The Utilities Director may mandate DIP in any instances of off-site or on-site
construction where future abuse to the line is possible due to location or circumstances,
extensive length under pavement, or in private property away from right-of-way areas.
14.24.2 PVC shall be jointed with a rubber gasket and shall conform to ASTM F477
(latest version) and manufacturer's recommendations. Solvent weld is
prohibited. DIP shall be of the bell" and spigot type with push-on joints
conforming to ANSI A21.11 (latest version) or mechanical joints.
14.24.3 Sewer Pipe Bedding:
Bedding requirements shall apply to sanitary sewer lines only. They are
not to be considered minimum bedding requirements and as such, do not
relieve the Engineer/Contractor of the responsibility to provide any
additional bedding necessary for proper construction.
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Bedding shall be carefully placed along the full width of the trench so that
the pipe is true to line and grade of the pipe barrel. Bell holes shall be
provided so as to relieve pipe bells of all load, but small enough to ensure
that support is provided throughout the length of pipe. Crushed stone
embedment material shall conform to ASTM C33, Graduation #67 (3/4"
to #4). .Bedding material shall be placed underneath and be carried up the
sides of the pipe as specified below.
Class B Bedding shall be performed by first undercutting the trench an
adequate amount to provide bedding under the pipe bell. The trench shall
then be brought to grade with compacted crushed stone as specified above
for. the full width of the trench. The bedding material shall be placed in
the zone four (4) inches below the pipe and the pipe laid to line and grade
and backfilled with compacted crushed stone placed the full width of the
trench up to one-half the outside diameter of the pipe. Select backfill
placed in six (6) inch layers and compacted shall be the backfill from the
springline of pipe to 18 inches above the pipe. A minimum Class B
Bedding shall be used for all plastic pipes.
Class C Bedding shall be performed by first undercutting the trench an
adequate amount to provide bedding under the pipe bell. The trench shall
then be brought to grade with compacted crushed stone as specified above
for the full width of the trench. The bedding material shall be placed in
the zone four (4) inches below the pipe and the pipe laid to line and grade
and backfilled with compacted crushed stone placed the full width of the
trench up to one-fourth the outside diameter of the pipe. Select backfill
placed in six (6) inch layers and compacted shall be the backfill from the
bedding material to 18 inches above the pipe. A minimum Class C
Bedding shall be used for all ductile iron pipes.
14.24.4
Jack and Bore Installations:
Casing pipe used with jack and bore shall be in accordance with requirements of
the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) or railway specifications.
14.24.5 New sewers shall be tied-in to the existing sewers at locations indicated on
the plans. No lines smaller than six (6) inches shall be tied to a sewer line or
manhole. All tie-ins to existing manholes shall be cored. The Contractor shall be
responsible for maintaining uninterrupted service of the sanitary sewer during tie-
in operations. No connection to existing sanitary sewer shall be allowed until the
proposed sewer line is inspected and approved by the Augusta Utilities
Department's Inspector.
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14.24.6 Side sewers shall be installed where shown on the plans. A side sewer
consists of a sewer extending from a connection to the street or main sewer to its
connection to the house sewer or other point. For new 8" through 12" diameter
sewers, the side sewer connection shall be constructed with a wye fitting in the
street sewer with a 45-degree elbow. For new 15" and larger pipes, or existing
sewers, the connection shall be made by machine made tap and suitable saddle,
unless otherwi~e approved by the Augusta Utilities Department.
Belled pipe shall be laid with the bell end up grade and in general, all pipe laying
shall start and proceed up grade from the point of connection at the street sewer or
other starting point. Pipe shall be laid in a straight line at a uniform grade
between fittings or on a uniform horizontal or vertical curvature achieved by
deflecting the pipe joints within the manufacturer's recommended limits. The
maximum deflection permissible at anyone fitting shall not exceed 45 degrees.
The maximum deflection of any combination of two adjacent fittings shall not
exceed 45 degrees unless straight pipe not less than 2 Yz feet in length be installed
between such adjacent fittings or unless one of such fittings is a wye branch with
a c1eanout provided on the straight leg.
14.24.7 Material for transition (e.g., PVC to DIP) shall be indicated and specified.
Where offset of DIP is required, mechanical joint DIP shall be installed with
mechanical joint heavy body DIP sleeves at the reconnections.
14.24.8
Sanitary Sewer Manholes:
Precast manholes shall conform to the latest edition of ASTM C-478 (five inch
wall thickness). Use six (6) inch wall thickness if manhole exceeds 20 feet in
depth. All holes for incoming and outgoing pipe will, whenever possible, be
precast, with pipe tie-in made using PS 10 flexible gasket, manufactured by
PressSeal Gasket Corporation, or approved equal. In the event of the necessity of
cutting new holes, the holes shall be machined cored neatly and carefully so as
not to damage the structural integrity of the manhole and large enough to allow
the insertion of a flexible rubber boot. Precast holes shall be flexible boot fitted.
Barrel joints shall be tongue and groove with performed plastic meeting the
requirements of Federal Specifications SS-S-0021O, "Sealing Compound,
Preformed Plastic Pipe Joints" Type I, rope form, also known as "Ram Neck."
Eccentric manholes cones are required. Inverts shall be constructed of 3,000 psi
plant mix. Manhole steps shall be installed in all sections of each manhole as
indicated on the drawings. Frame and covers shall be cast or ductile iron and set
in abed of mortar on the top of the manhole and completely grouted outside and
wiped smooth. Ring and cover shall be USF-170 or approved equal. Cover shall
read "Sanitary Sewer." Watertight manhole covers are to be used wherever street
runoff or high water may flood the manhole tops. Locked manhole covers may be
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may be desirable in isolated easement locations or where vandalism may"be a
problem.
Where corrosive conditions due to septicity or other causes is anticipated,
consideration shall be given to providing corrosion protection on the interior of
the manholes.
The minimum diameter of manholes shall be 48 inches; larger diameters are
required for large diameter sewers. A minimum access diameter of 22- 1A inches
shall be provided.
Outside drop manholes shall be precast and constructed for incoming lines having
invert 24 inches or more above the invert of the manhole outlet, with DIP and tie
rods per Detail No. 14.08. Shallow manholes shall be precast or Type B slab top
precast and shall be constructed in accordance with ASTM C-478 (latest version).
Drop manholes should be constructed with an outside drop connection. Inside
drop connection (when necessary) shall be secure to the interior wall of the
manhole and provide access for cleaning. Inside drop connections shall be used
only when approved by the Utilities Department Engineering Division.
Due to the unequal earth pressure that may result from the backfilling operation in
the vicinity of the manhole, the entire outside drop connection shall be encased in
concrete.
A bench shall be provided on each side of any manhole channel when the pipe
diameter(s) are less than the manhole diameter. The bench should be sloped no
less than 'h inch per foot (4 percent). No lateral sewer, service connection, or drop
manhole pipe shall discharge onto the surface of the bench.
14.24.11
All construction material shall be first quality, not previously used. Repair
clamps are not acceptable. Damaged or faulty pipe and materials must be
properly replaced. All gaskets shall be new. When connecting to existing
valves or fittings, gaskets shall be replaced, not reused.
14.24.12
The Engineer shall provide a complete set of shop drawings, which shall
indicate the Augusta Utilities Department's specific material requirements.
In general, material requirements will be guided by the latest versions of
the specifications of A WW A and ASTM.
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14.25 SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM DESIGN
Design requirements are as follows:
14.25.1 Per Capita Flow, Average: 125 gallons per day (gpd)
14.25.2 Minim,!m velocity in collector sewer: 2.0 feet per second (fps)
14.25.3 Maximum velocity in collector sewer: 10.0 feet per second (fps)
14.25.4 Minimum collector sewer size: 8 inch
14.25.5 Infiltration Allowance: 25 gpd/in Dia/mile
14.25.6 Ratio of Peak to Average flow: 2.5
14.25.7 Design depth of flow @ Peak Flow: 0.75 of Full
14.25.8 Design Period: 30 Years
14.25.9 Minimum Manning' s "n" Factor: 0.014
14.26 LIFT STATION DESIGN
All lift stations shall be installed underground, unless otherwise directed by the Utilities
Director. Wet well size and pump sizing shall be determined by a professional engineer,
after a comparative study has been done of the area surrounding the proposed
construction. Potential future development of the surrounding area should be
incorporated into the design. All potable water services around sewage pumping
facilities shall be provided with an approved reduced pressure backflow prevention
(RPZ) device.
All pipes entering the wet well and discharging from the wet well into the valve pit shall
be mechanical joint DIP. PVC pipe will not be permitted. Pipes shall be sized per the
design engineer's calculations and pump data.
14.26.1
Pumps, valves, and pipe sizes, shall be designed by a professional
engineer. Calculations for the design shall be submitted to the Augusta
Utilities Department for review and approval. Pump specifications shall
be provided to Augusta Utilities for review. Valves shall have a minimum
of a 18-inch clear zone in all directions.
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14.26.3
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The valve pit shall consist of a precast manhole cone section or a precast
concrete box. The bottom shall have 2-inch diameter pre-drilled holes
filled with gravel for drainage.
A cone section shall be set on a minimum 4-inch thick concrete slab with
an open bottom and gravel for drainage. For proposed piping, the
manhole shall have cored holes fitted with flexible rubber boots. Standard
ring and cover shall be installed and grouted to the cone section. The top
of the valve pit shall be a minimum of six (6) inches above finished grade.
Electrical systems and components (e.g., motor, lights, cables, conduits,
switch boxes, control circuits, etc.) in raw wastewater wells, or in enclosed
or partially enclosed spaces where hazardous concentrations of flammable
gases or vapors may be present, shall comply with the National and tbe
City of Augusta Electrical Code requirements. In addition, equipment
located in the wet well shall be suitable for use under corrosive conditions.
Each flexible cable shall be provided with a watertight seal and separate
strain relief. A fused disconnect switch located above ground shall be
provided. For the main power feed for all pumping stations. When such
equipment is exposed to weather it shall meet the requirements of
weatherproof equipment. One such equipment such as the control panel
shall be duplex NEMA 4X with audible and visible alarms. Lightning and
surge protection systems should be considered. A 110 volt power
receptacle to facilitate maintenance shall be provided inside the control
panel for lift stations that have control panels outdoors. Ground fault
interruption protection shall be provided for all outdoor outlets.
Permanently-installed or portable engine-driven generating equipment
must be available for emergency operation of all lift stations. Generating
unit size shall be adequate to provide power for pump motor starting
current and for lighting, ventilation, and other auxiliary equipment
necessary for safety and proper operation of the lift station. The City of
Augusta must approve allowance for the operation of only one pump
during periods of auxiliary power supply. Special sequencing controls
shall be provided to start pump motors unless the generating equipment
has the capacity to start all pumps simultaneously with auxiliary
equipment operating. Where portable generating equipment or manual
transfer is provided, sufficient storage capacity with an alarm system shall
be provided to allow time for detection of pump station failure and
transportation and connection of generating equipment. Special electrical
connections and double throw switches shall be installed at all lift stations
where emergency power will be provided by portable generating
equipment. Design engineer and/or contractor shall coordinate type and
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size of all permanent or portable generators with City of Augusta prior to
lift station construction.
14.26.5
Wastewater pumping stations and portable equipment shall be supplied
with a complete set of operational instructions, including emergency
procedures, maintenance schedules, tools and spare parts as may be
necess~ry.
CONSTRUCTION:
14.27 INST ALLA TION
Authorization must be obtained from the Augusta Utilities Department to construct, alter
or modify a sanitary sewer line. Construction of sewer infrastructure will be authorized
by the Utilities Department upon approval of submitted plans and notification of the
Augusta Utilities Department at least 24 hours prior to starting construction (706-772-
5503). Where water lines will encroach public right-of-way, a Right-of-Way
Encroachment Permit approved by the Public Works Department is required prior to
construction. A Right-of-Way Encroachment Permit application is available through the
Public Works Department (706-821-1706).
Installation of sanitary sewer pipe and associated appurtenances shall be in accordance
with current ASTM specifications and manufacturer's requirements for the specific
product. Loading or unloading and storage of pipe, fittings, valves, etc. shall be done
such that to avoid damage. All pipe shall be carefully examined before it is installed in
the trench. Damaged pipe or pipe which does not meet specification requirements shall
be rejected and removed from the work site. The interior of all pipe, fittings, valves, etc.
shall be kept free of dirt and foreign matter at all times. All piping shall be placed in a
dry trench with a stable bottom. Wet trench installation shall be allowed only upon
written approval of the Utilities Director.
Backfill shall be free of boulders and debris, and shall conform to Georgia Department of
Transportation Specifications. Sharp or rocky material encountered in the base shall be
replaced with proper bedding. Pipe shall be laid on line and grade as designed. Pipe
joints, gravity blocks, service connections, and conflicts shall be left exposed until
visually inspected and approved by the Augusta Utilities Department's Inspector.
All concrete cradles, saddles, or encasements shall be installed as shown on the plans.
These structures shall be constructed in strict accordance to the details shown on the
plans. Concrete shall have a 28 day compressive strength of 3,000 psi when tested in
accordance with ASTM Specification C-39.
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All manholes indicated on the plans shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor in
strict accordance with the plans. The invert channels shall be smooth and accurately
shaped to the semicircular bottom conforming to the inside of the adjacent sewer sections
as shown on the plans. Changes in direction of the sewer and entering branches shall
have as long a radius of the true curvature as the size of the manhole will permit.
The top of manholes shall be topped out with brick as indicated on the plans. The
number of courses wili depend on the required elevation of the top of the manhole. The
maximum number of brick courses allowed shall be three (3).
New sewer lines shall be inspected through use of camera inspection equipment with an
Augusta Utilities Department Inspector at the time of installation and again before the
one-year warranty expires. The Developer is to provide the Augusta Utilities Department
with a color VHS system videotape of the inside of every reach of sanitary sewer
installed. The tape shall record manhole number to manhole number, date of recording,
and distance from start of run. The tape shall include a distance and location description
of every service line connection installed. The manhole numbering system shall be the
same as shown on the approved development plans.
14.27.1
Installation:
14.27.1.1 Sewer Pipe Laying: The pipe shall be laid with bell or groove end upgrade.
Pipe shall be tested for soundness, clear interior and satisfactory joint surfaces
before lowering the pipe into the trench. Pipe shall be laid in straight lines and
on uniform grades between points where changes in alignment or grade are
shown. The pipe barrel shall be uniformly bedded. The line and invert grade
of each pipe shall be checked from a top line carried on batter boards not over
25 feet apart or by use of a laser beam target inserted in each joint. Pipes shall
be laid to form a smooth, uniform invert. A stopper shall be installed in the
pipe mouth when pipe laying is not in progress.
PVC gravity sewer pipe and force main shall be installed in accordance to
ASTM D2321, latest version. Ductile iron force main shall be installed in
accordance with A WW A C600, latest version.
14.27.1.2 Backfilling Around Pipe: As soon as the joint material has set, fine earth shall
be carefully tamped around each joint, and around and over the pipe to a depth
of at least 2 feet above the top of gravity pipelines. In addition, all PVC sewer
pipe shall be bedded in selected material from the pipe centerline down to a
point 3 to 6 inches below the pipe invert. Selected materials for this purpose
shall be Class I or IT soils as specified in ASTM D2321. Reconstruction of any
roadway section or right-of-way shall be in accordance with the Georgia
Department of Transportation and City of Augusta Specifications.
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14.27.1.3 Sewer Structures: Appurtenant sewer structures shall be constructed according
to one or more of the following methods:
14.27.1.3.1 Masonry: Brick for manholes and other sewer structures
shall be laid with shove joints completely filled with mortar.
Horizontal joints shall not exceed 2 inch, vertical joints 3 inch on
their interior face. In circular structures, all brick shall be laid as
header with joints broken between courses. Interior joints shall be
struck or wiped smooth with the face of the wall. The exterior of
sanitary sewer manholes shall be plastered to a thickness of at least
2 inch.
14.27.1.3.2 Laying Brick and Concrete Block Work: Only clean brick
or block shall be used. The brick or block shall be moistened by
suitable means, as directed, until they are neither so dryas to
absorb water from the mortar, nor so wet as to be slippery when
laid.
Each brick or block shall be laid in a full bed and joint of mortar
without repairing subsequent grouting, flushing, or filling, and
shall be thoroughly bonded as directed.
14.27.1.3.3 Plastering and Curing: Brick or Block Masonry: Outside
faces of masonry shall be plastered with mortar from 3 inch to d
inch thick. If required, the masonry shall be properly moistened
prior to application of the mortar. The plaster shall be carefully
spread and troweled so that all cracks are thoroughly worked out.
After hardening, the plaster shall be carefully checked by being
tapped for bond and soundness. Unbonded or unsound plaster
shall be removed and replaced.
Masonry and plaster shall be protected from too rapid drying by
the use of burlap kept moist, or by other approved means, and shall
be protected from the weather and frost, all as required.
14.27.1.3.4 Manhole Inverts: Manhole flow channels shall be
constructed of concrete, sewer pipe, brick or precast, and shall be
of semicircular section. Each manhole shall be provided with such
channels for all connecting sewers.
The inverts shall conform accurately to the size of the adjoining
pipes. Side inverts shall be curved and main inverts (where
direction changes) shall be laid out in smooth curves of the longest
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sewers.
14.27.1.3.5 Drop Manholes: Drop inlets shall be provided into
manholes on sanitary sewers for incoming lines having inverts 2
feet or more above the inverts of the manhole outlet lines. Drop
pipe and fittings shall be encased in masonry integral with the
manhole and extending from the manhole base to the top of the
incoming sewer. Diameter of drop manholes to be four feet at a
muumum.
14.27.1.3.6 Setting Manhole Frames and Covers: Manhole frames
shall be set with the tops conforming accurately to the grade of the
pavement or finished concentric with the top of the masonry and in
a full bed of mortar so that the space between the top of the
manhole masonry and the bottom flange of the frame shall be
completely filled and made watertight. A thick ring of mortar
extending to the outer edge of the masonry shall be placed all
around the bottom flange. The mortar shall be smoothly finished
to be flush with the top of the flange and have a slight slope to
shed water away from the frame. Manhole covers shall be left in
place in the frames on completion of other work at the manholes.
14.27.1.3.7 Setting Precast Manholes Sections: Precast-reinforced
concrete manhole sections shall be set so as to be vertical and with
sections and steps in true alignment.
All holes in sections, used for their handling, shall be thoroughly
plugged with mortar. The mortar shall be 1 part cement to 12 parts
sand; mixed slightly damp to the touch until it is dense and an
excess of paste appears on the surface; and then finished smooth
and flush with adjoining surfaces.
14.27.1.4
Bulkheads and Flushing: The contractor shall build a tight bulkhead in the
pipeline where new work enters an existing sewer. The bulkhead shall
remain in place until its removal is authorized by the Engineer.
Care shall be taken to prevent earth, water and other materials from
entering the pipe, and when pipe laying operations are suspended, the
Contractor shall maintain a suitable stopper in the end of the pipe and also
at openings for manholes. All sanitary sewer, except building connections
shall be flushed with water in sufficient volume to obtain free flow
through each line. All ebstructions shall be removed and all defects
corrected. As soon as possible after the pipe and manholes are completed
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14.27.1.6
14.27.1.7
14.27.1.8
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on any line, the Contractor shall flush out the pipeline using a rubber ball
ahead of the water. None of the flushing water or debris shall be
permitted to enter any existing sewer.
Temporary Plugs: At all times when pipe laying is not actually in
progress, the open ends of the pipe shall be closed by temporary watertight
plugs ~r by other approved means. If water is in the trench when work is
resumed, the plug shall not be removed until all danger of water entering
the pipe has passed.
Joints and Structure Rightness: All pipe joints shall be made as nearly
watertight as practicable. There shall be no visible leakage at the joints
and there shall be no sand, silt, clay, or soil of any description entering the
pipelines at the joints.
Leaks in the pipelines which cause infiltration or exfiltration to exceed
limits herein specified shall be repaired by replacing defective pipe.
Grouting and/or caulking to repair pipelines where excessive infiltration or
exfiltration is evident will not be permitted.
Fittings and Stoppers: Branches and fittings shall be laid by the
Contractor as indicated on the drawings and/or as directed by the
Engineer. Open ends of pipe and branches shall be closed with premolded
gasket joint stoppers which conform with the same requirements as pipe
being used.
Sewer Line Relation to Water Lines: Sewer lines and sewer force mains
in relation to water lines shall conform to "Ten States Standard" Section
29.3 at a minimum. Sewer lines shall have at least a 10 foot pipe-to-pipe
horizontal separation from known or proposed water mains. When a
sewer crosses under a water main, there shall be at least 18 inches from
the crown of the sewer line to the bottom of the water main.
In all cases where adequate vertical separation as stated above cannot be
achieved (or whenever sewer lines must be installed to cross above a water
main), both the water and sewer lines shall be constructed of ductile iron
pipe a distance of 10 feet on each side of their intersection with one full
length of water main centered on the sewer line.
Minimum Cover for Sewer Lines: Gravity sewer lines shall have a
minimum of 3 feet of cover at the crown of the pipe. In cases where this
minimum cover cannot be achieved, ductile iron pipe shall be used.
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14.27.1.11
Detectable Tape: Detectable tape as manufactured by Reef Industries of
Houston, Texas, or equal shall be installed during the backfill operation at
a point 1 foot below the final finished grade.
The detectable tape shall be a 5.5 mil composition film containing one
layer of metalized foil laminate between two layers of inert plastic film
specifically formulated for prolonged use underground. The tape shall be
highly resistant to alkalis, acids and other destructive agents found in the
soils.
The detectable tape shall bear a continuous printed message "Caution
Sanitary Sewer Line Buried Below." The message shall be printed in
permanent ink formulated for prolonged use underground. Letters shall be
clearly legible and have a minimum height of 1.2 inches.
Boring and Jacking: Where required by the drawings, the sanitary sewer
line will be installed in a steel casing, placed by boring and jacking.
Where boring is required under highways, the materials and workmanship
will be in accordance with the standards of the Georgia Department of
Transportation or local authority.
Boring and jacking under railroads will be governed by the latest A.R.E.A.
Standards, Part 5, "Pipelines" and those of the railroad involved.
14.27.1.11.1 Casing Pipe: The casing pipe shall conform to the
materials standards of ASTM Designation A252, with minimum
wall thickness of 0.219 inch. Steel pipe will have a minimum yield
strength of 35,000 psi. Casing pipe shall be joined together with
welded joints.
14.27.1.11.2 Carrier Pipe: The carrier pipe shall be ductile iron as
specified herein.
14.27.1.11.3 Installation: The steel casing shall be installed by the "Dry
Bore and Jack" method. If voids develop or if the bored hole
diameter is greater than the outside diameter of pipe by more than
approximately 1 inch, remedial measures will be taken as approved
by the Engineer.
When installing water lines through casing, the Contractor shall
mechanical joint pipe with retainer glands throughout the length of
the casing. The sanitary sewer line shall be strapped to treated
wooden skids with metal straps throughout the length of the
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casing. The empty space shall then be filled with sand and the
ends of the casing shall be sealed with brick and mortar.
14.27.1.12
Force Main Installation: In general, sewer force main must be installed in
accordance with the water distribution system specifications.
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) force main must conform to ASTM D-2241,
latest version.
Ductile iron force main must conform to ASTM A-377, latest version.
14.27.1.13
Removal and Replacement of Existing Pipe and Equipment: where
indicated on the drawings or required to properly place the work under this
contract, as approved by the Engineer, the Contractor shall remove and
replace such pipe lines and equipment in a manner as approved by the
Engineer.
14.27.2
INSPECTION INFILTRATION/EXFILTRATION LEAKAGE TESTS
Upon completion of a section of the sewer, the Contractor shall dewater it and conduct a
satisfactory test to measure the infiltration or exfiltration for at least three consecutive
days. The amount of infiltration including "Y" branches, and connections shall not
exceed 100 gallons per inch diameter per mile of sewer pipe per 24 hours for gravity
sewer pipe. The amount of 50 gallons per inch diameter per mile of sewer per 24 hours
shall not be exceeded for ductile iron pipe. The Contractor shall be responsible for the
satisfactory watertightness of the entire section of sewer.
As required, suitable bulkheads shall be installed to permit the test of the sewer. Where
the ground water level is less than 1 foot above the top of the pipe at its upper end, or as
directed by the Engineer, the sewer shall be subjected to exfiltration testing by plugging
the pipe at the lower end and then filling the pipelines and manholes with clean water to a
height 4 feet above the top of the sewer at its upper end. The leakage out of the sewer,
measured by the volume of the water necessary to maintain meter level in the highest
manhole, shall not exceed 200 gallons per inch diameter per 24 hours per mile of sewer
for gravity sewer pipe. The amount of 50 gallons per inch diameter per 24 hours per mile
of sewer shall not be exceeded for ductile iron pipe.
The sewer shall be tested before any connections are made to buildings or to active
sewers.
The Contractor shall construct such weirs and bulkheads as may be required, shall furnish
all water, labor, test plugs, power, pumps, meters, and other equipment necessary for the
test to be properly made.
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The Contractor may use a low pressure air test as an option to the hydraulic
infiltrationlexfiltration leakage test for gravity lines provided the Contractor established a
correlation between the air test results and the quantity of infiltrationlexfiltration actually
being experienced by the line and the allowable air pressure drop shall be that
corresponding to the allowable hydraulic leakage specified previously in this section.
Such a correlation is to be established according to a procedure satisfactory to the
Engineer. The low pressure air test shall be performed in accordance with the applicable
sections of the Uni-Bell UNI-B-6-90, latest version.
If the Contractor opts to use the low pressure air test, leakage tests on manholes shall be
conducted independently of the lines by using a hydraulic infiltrationlexfiltration test as
directed by the Engineer. The allowable infiltration into the manhole over a 24 hour
period is zero and the allowable exfiltration is also zero when tested by plugging off the
manhole and filling it with water four feet above the top of the sewer and measuring the
water loss over a 24 hour period.
14.27.3
MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
Payment will be made at the unit contract prices as shown in the bid schedule under
Sanitary Sewer.
Measurement of pipelines shall be the actual number of linear feet of pipe installed,
complete in place and accepted. No deductions in length will be made for manholes.
Measurement of manholes will be the vertical dimension to the nearest tenth of a foot
from the invert of the outlet pipe to the top of the manhole cover ring casting.
Concrete encasement will be paid for at the contract unit price, per cubic yard, for the
actual volume of concrete placed, up to the volume of concrete required by the maximum
dimensions for concrete encasement shown on the plans. Concrete in the excess of that
volume will not be paid for.
No separate payment will be made for any special fittings, tie-ins, or connections, nor
will any separate payment be made for normal bedding of sewer pipe.
Service lines will be paid for at the unit contract price as shown in the bid schedule under
Sanitary Sewer, complete as shown on the plans
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SECTION 14C
EXCAVATION & BACKFILLING
14.28 SCOPE
This section covers all excavation, trenching and backfilling for pipe lines, complete.
14.29 EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS
The Contractor shall maintain in operating condition and protect from damage all existing
improvements including utilities, roads, streets, sidewalks, drives, power and telephone
lines, gas lines, water lines, sewers, gutters and other drains encountered, and repair to
the satisfaction of the Engineer any aerial, surface or subsurface improvements damaged
during the course of the work. Where and if shown on the plans, the locations and
existence or nonexistence of underground utilities are not guaranteed. The Contractor
shall contact the various utility companies to determine and/or verify such information
prior to proceeding with the work. He shall make reasonable and satisfactory provisions
for the maintenance of traffic on streets, drives, walkways and at street crossings and if
necessary to provide temporary walkways and bridges for crossing of the open trench as
directed. Work shall not commence within Augusta right-of-way until a Right-of-Way
Encroachment Permit is obtained from the Public Works Deparment.
14.30 EXCA VA TION
All excavation of every description and of whatever substances encountered shall be
performed to the depths indicated on the drawings or as specified herein. Excavation
shall be made by the open cut method except as otherwise specified or shown on the
drawings. Excavation methods shall generally meet or exceed Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) construction industry standards.
All excavated materials not required for fill or backfill shall be removed and wasted as
directed. The banks of shallow trenches shall be kept as nearly vertical as practicable and
where required shall be properly sheeted and braced. Except where otherwise indicated,
trench bottoms shall be not less than 12 inches wider nor more than 16 inches wider than
the outside diameter of the pipe to be laid therein, and shall be excavated true to line, so
that a clear space of not less than 6 inches nor more than 8 inches in width is provided on
each side of the pipe. The bottom of trenches shall be accurately graded to provide
uniform bearing and support for each section of the pipe on undisturbed soil at every
point along its entire length, except for portions of the pipe sections where it is necessary
to excavate for bell holes and for the proper sealing of pipe joints. Bell holes shall be dug
after the trench bottom has been graded. Bell holes shall be excavated only to an extent
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sufficient to permit accurate work in the making of the joints and to insure that the pipe,
for a maximum of its length will rest upon the prepared bottom of the trench.
Depressions for joints other than mechanical shall be made in accordance with the
recommendations of the joint manufacturers for the particular joint used. Excavation for
structures and other accessories shall be sufficient to leave at least 12 inches in the clear
between their outer surfaces and the embankment or timber which may be used to hold
the bank and protect them. Where damage is liable to result from withdrawing sheeting,
the sheeting will be ordered to be left in place. Except at locations where excavation of
rock from the bottoms of trenches is required, care shall be taken not to excavate below
the depths indicated. Where rock excavation is required, the rock shall be excavated to a
minimum overdepth of 4 inches below the normal required trench depth. The overdepth
rock excavation and all excess trench excavation shall be backfilled with loose, moist
earth, thoroughly tamped. Rock is defined as materials which are so hard or cemented
that the excavation of such material requires blasting. The excavation shall proceed in a
conventional manner with satisfactory effort made to remove hard materials before the
Engineer makes a determination of need for blasting. Predrilling and blasting will be
allowed, if the Contractor can provide evidence for the Engineer's review that boring logs
can and will show that the material can or cannot be excavated. Evidence will be
provided for the Engineer's review and approval before predrilling and blasting is
undertaken. The excavation and removal of isolated boulders or rock fragments larger
than one cubic yard in volume encountered in materials of common excavation shall be
classified as rock excavation. Whenever wet or otherwise unstable soil that is incapable
of properly supporting the pipe, as determined by the Engineer or indicated on the
drawings, is encountered in the trench bottom, such soil shall be removed to a depth
required for the lengths designated by the Engineer, and the trench backfilled to trench
bottom grade, as herein specified, with coarse sand, fine gravel, or other suitable material.
Backfill with earth under structures will not be permitted and any unauthorized excess
excavation below the levels indicated for the foundation of such structures shall be filled
with sand, gravel, or concrete, as directed.
14.30.1 Grading and Stacking: All grading in the vicinity of trench excavation
shall be controlled to prevent surface ground water from flowing into the
trenches. Any water accumulated in the trenches shall be removed by pumping or
by other approved methods. During excavation, material suitable for backfilling
shall be stored in an orderly manner a minimum distance of one and one-half
times the depth of the excavation back from the edges of trenches to avoid
overloading and prevent slides or cave-ins. Material unsuitable for backfilling, as
determined by the Engineer, shall be removed from the job site and disposed of
by the Contractor in a manner as approved by the Engineer.
14.30.2 Shoring and Sheeting: All shoring, sheeting, and bracing required to
perform and protect the excavation and to safeguard employees and the public
shall be performed. The failure of the Engineer to direct the placing of such
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protection shall not relieve the Contractor of his responsibility for damage
resulting from its omission.
Whenever sheeting is driven to a depth below the elevation of the top of the pipe,
that portion of the sheeting below the elevation of the top of the pipe shall not be
disturbed or removed. Sheeting left in place shall be cut off not less than 1 foot
below finisheq grade. No sheeting shall be removed until the excavation is
substantially backfilled as hereinafter specified.
14.30.3 Water Removal: Where water is encountered, it shall be prevented from
accumulating in excavated areas by pumping, well-pointing and pumping, or by
other means approved by the Engineer as to capacity and effectiveness. Water
removed from excavations shall be discharged at points where it will not cause
injury to public or private property, or the work completed or in progress. All
efforts to prevent sedimentation shall be made. Under no circumstances shall
trench bottoms be prepared, pipes laid, or appurtenances installed in water. Water
shall not be allowed to rise in unbackfilled excavations after pipe or structures
have been placed.
14.30.4 Blasting: Explosives are to used only within legal limitations. Before
explosives are used, all necessary permits for this work shall be secured and all
precautions taken in the blasting operations to prevent damage to private or public
property or to persons. The Contractor shall assume full liability for any damage
that may occur during the use of explosives. No blast shall be set off within 50
feet of pipe already laid in the trench.
14.30.5 Tree Protection: Care shall be exercised to protect the roots of trees to be
left standing. Within the branch spread of the tree, trench shall be opened only
when the work can be installed immediately. Injured roots shall be pruned
cleanly and backfill placed as soon as possible.
14.31 BACKFILLING
Trenches and other excavations shall not be backfilled until all required tests are
performed and the work has been approved by the Engineer. The trenches shall be
carefully backfilled with the excavated materials approved for backfilling consisting of
earth, loam, sandy clay, sand and gravel, soft shale, or other approved materials. No
material shall be used for backfilling that contains mulch, other unstable materials,
stones, blasted rock, broken concrete or pavement, or other hard materials having any
dimension greater than 4 inches; or large clods of earth, debris, frozen earth or earth with
an exceptionally high void content. Backfilling within Augusta right-of-way shall
conform to Georgia Department of Transportation and City of Augusta specifications.
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For backfill up to a level 1 foot over the top of pressure pipelines a d 2 feet above the top
of gravity pipelines, only selected materials shall be used. Select m terials shall be finely
divided material free from debris, organic material and stone, an may be suitable job
excavated material or shall be provided by the Contractor fro other sources. The
backfill shall be placed in uniform layers not exceeding 6 inches in depth. Each layer
shall be moistened and carefully and uniformly tamped with mech ical tampers or other
suitable tools. Each layer shall be placed and tamped under the pi e haunches with care
and thoroughness so as to eliminate the possibility of voids or latera displacement.
The remainder of the backfill material shall then be placed and com acted above the level
specified above. In areas not subject to traffic, the backfill shall be placed in 12 inch
layers and each layer moistened and compacted to a density app oximating that of the
surrounding earth. Under roadways, driveways, paved areas, parki g lots, along roadway
shoulders and other areas subject to traffic, the backfill shall be p aced in 6 inch layers
and each layer moistened and compacted to density at least equal to that of the
surrounding earth so that traffic can be resumed immediatel after backfilling is
completed. Any trenches which are improperly backfilled, or wh re settlement occurs,
shall be reopened to the depth required for proper compacti n, then refilled and
compacted with the surface restored to the required grade co paction. Along all
portions of the trenches not located in roadways, the ground hall be graded to a
reasonable uniformity and the mounding over the trenches lef in a neat condition
satisfactory to the Engineer. I
Sheeting not specified to be left in place shall be removed as the ackfilling progresses.
Sheeting shall be removed in such a manner as to avoid caving of the trench. Voids left
by the removal of sheeting and shoring shall be carefully filled a d compacted. Where,
in the opinion of the Engineer, damage is liable to result from wit I drawing sheeting, the
sheeting will be ordered to be left in place.
14.32 BORING AND JACKING
Where required by the drawings, the pipeline will be installed in a teel casing, placed by
boring and jacking. Where boring is required under highwa s, the materials and
workmanship will be in accordance with the standards of the eorgia Department of
Transportation or local authority. Boring and jacking under railroa~s will be governed by
the latest A.R.E.A. standards and those of the railroad involved. T~e steel casing shall be
in accordance with ASTM A252 to the thicknesses shown on the awings.
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PAVEMENT REMOVAL AND REPLACE:MENT
Where necessary existing pavements shall be removed and replaced, the applicable
specifications of the Georgia Department of Transportation or local authority shall
govern this work. Joints shall be sawed, unless joints equally uniform in the opinion of
the Engineer result from other means. Refer to Right-of-Way Encroachment Guidelines
for pavement removal. and replacement with Augusta right-of-way.
14.34
MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
Excavation and backfilling for pipelines and appurtenances, except as hereinafter
provided for, will be considered as incidental to the construction of the various elements
of the installation it is associated with, and no separate payment will be made therefor.
When made at the direction of Engineer, overcut, rock excavation and backfill to
compensate for rock will be made at the unit contract price for rock excavation per cubic
yard measured in place.
When made at the direction of the Engineer,' overcut and backfill to compensate for
inadequate foundation will be paid for at the unit contract price for overcut and clean
stone bedding, per ton of stone.
Sheeting ordered to be left in place will be paid for at the unit contract price for sheeting
left in place, per board foot.
Joints in pavements will not be paid for separately. Pavement removal and replacement
will be paid for at the unit contract price therefor, per square yard.
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SECTION 14D
PLAN SUBMITTAL
Water Construction Plans:
Water Construction Plims submitted to the Augusta Utilities Department for review must
contain the following at a minimum:
D Project Name
D Developer's name, address, and phone number
D Owner's name, address, and phone number
D Design professional's name, address, and phone number
D Design professional's signed seal
D LocationlVicinity Map
D North arrow on all applicable sheets
D Scale (minimum 1" = 20'; maximum 1" = 100')
D Show subject property information including subdivision name, lot numbers, block
letters, property owners, etc.
D Show adjacent property information including subdivision name, property owners,
etc.
D Show existing conditions, structures, pavement widths, right-of-way widths,
easements, adjoining roads, etc.
D Show the locations, size and material of existing water mains along with other
appurtenances. Existing water lines shall be shown as dashed lines.
D Show the location, size and material of proposed water mains, valves, hydrants and
service lines along with all other water appurtenances involved with the proposed
project. Proposed water lines shall be shown as solid lines.
D Number all fire hydrants.
D Show locations, type and size of all backflow prevention devices.
D Label all easements with respect to type and size.
D Show easements shaded-in to be dedicated to the Augusta Utilities Department for
water lines installed outside proposed right-of-ways.
Sanitary Sewer Construction Plans:
Sanitary Sewer Construction Site Plans submitted to the Augusta Utilities Department for
review must contain the following at a minimum:
D Project Name
D Developer's name, address, and phone number
DOwner's name, address, and phone number
D Design professional's name, address, and phone number
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(J Design professional's signed seal
(J LocationNicinity Map
(J North arrow on all applicable sheets
(J Scale (minimum 1" = 20'; maximum 1" = 100')
(J Show subject property information including subdivision name, lot numbers, block
letters, property owners, etc.
(J Show adjacent property information including subdivision name, property owners,
etc.
(J Show existing conditions, structures, pavement widths, right-of-way widths,
easements, adjoining roads, etc.
(J Show the locations, size and material of existing sanitary sewer lines and force mains
along with other appurtenances. Existing sewer lines shall be shown as dashed lines.
(J Show the proposed location, size and material of sewer mains, force mains, manholes,
service lines with clean-outs and sewerage lift stations involved with the proposed
project. Proposed sewer lines shall be shown as solid lines.
(J Creek crossings require full scale details at I" = 20' scale minimum, including piers,
collars and all other appurtenances.
(J Show easements shaded-in to be dedicated to the Augusta Utilities Department for
sanitary sewer lines installed outside of proposed rights-of-way.
(J Show easements dedicated to the Augusta Utilities Department for sanitary sewer
lines to serve adjacent properties.
Plan and Profile:
Plan and profile sheets shall be provided for all sanitary sewers (except service laterals).
Profiles shall have a horizontal scale of not more than 1" = 1 00' and a vertical scale of
not more than 1" = 10'. The plan view should normally be shown on the same sheet as
the profile. Plan and profile view should have line designations, station numbers,
manhole numbers and any other indexing necessary to easily correlate the plan and
profile views.
Plan and Profiles shall show the following:
(J Location and names of streets, sewers and drainage easements
(J Line of existing and proposed ground surface, the grade of the sewer between each
two adjacent manholes, invert of sewer in and out of each manhole (label as
directional if more than 2 pipes connected to manhole), and surface elevation of each
manhole. All manholes shall be numbered on the plan and correspondingly
numbered on the profile. The station number shall be shown for each manhole.
(J The location and elevation of adjacent parallel stream beds and of adjacent water
surfaces shall be shown on the plan and profile.
(J Sizes, locations and inverts of all special features such as connections to existing
sewers, wet wells, concrete encasement, collar walls, elevated sewers, piers, special
manhole covers such as vented outfall or sealed covers, etc.
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IJ All structures, both above and below ground, which might interfere with the ,proposed
construction, particularly water mains, gas mains, storm drains, utility conduits, etc.
Identify pipe crossings with letter, or other, designation on the plan and profile.
Specify top of pipe and bottom of pipe elevations at crossings to verify there is no
conflict. See Section 14.21.11.
General Notes:
Notes to be shown on Site Plans include:
1. The Developer and/or Developer's Contractor is responsible for verifying the exact
location, size and material of any existing water or sewer facility proposed for
connection or use by this project.
2. All construction of water and sanitary sewer lines shall be in accordance to Augusta
Utilities Department's Standards and Specifications.
3. All water lines shall be class 200 PVC meeting A WW A C-900, unless otherwise
shown.
4. All water lines are to be tested, chlorinated, and checked for bacteria.
5. Augusta Utilities Engineering Department shall be notified 24 hours prior to any
construction, tie-ins, or testing of water or sanitary sewer lines. (706-772-5503) If no
answer leave message.
6. Copper Wire (12 gauge, Bare Single Strand) shall be attached along top of all buried
PVC water lines, wrapped around service corporations and stubbed up into all valve
boxes for locating purposes.
7. Per Augusta Utilities Specifications for backflow installations for non-residential
development, a minimum "Double Check" Backflow device shall be installed on the
customer's side of all service lines (domestic, irrigation and fire). Fire lines require a
"Detector Type" backflow device. Backflow Devices shall be tested by a certified
person within 5 working days of installation and the results furnished to the Utilities
Engineering Department within 10 working days of installation prior to any water
use.
8. Per Augusta Utilities Specifications for backflow installations residential
development shall install a "Dual Check" Backflow Device on the customer's side of
service line at the point of tie-in to the water meter.
9. All water valves on the main lines, including hydrant laterals, shall be: open-left if
installed south of Gordon Highway (SR 10); or open-right if installed north Gordon
Highway.
10. The Developer and/or Contractor shall furnish and install an approved meter box
(Rome type 10" x 19" x 10" cast iron or approved equal) at the termination point of
all water services and maintained until such time as meter is installed.
11. All water meters shall be purchased from the August Utilities Department.
12. Maximum sanitary sewer infiltration shall not exceed 100 GPD/inch of pipe diameter
per mile.
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13. All tie-ins to existing manholes shall be cored. All manholes require "K or N Seal"
or equal rubber boots.
14. No connection to existing sanitary sewer lines until the proposed sewer line is
inspected and approved by the Augusta Utilities Engineering Department.
15. Sanitary sewer clean-outs shall be installed at all individual services as shown in
detail and installed as not to be under driveways.
16. Finished floor elevations of all proposed buildings shall be a minimum of five (5) feet
above the invert elevation of the sanitary sewer main! manhole at the point of tie-in
17. Provide 0.1 foot drop across all sanitary sewer manholes.
18. Sewer force main shall be PVC C-900, class 200 or D.I.P. and shall have 12 gauge
bare single strand wire attached along the top of the main.
19. A minimum 15' Utility Easement Centered over all water lines and a minimum 20'
Utility Easement centered over all sanitary sewer lines shall be deeded to the
Augusta-Richmond County at completion and acceptance of said lines.
20. Disturbance to any Survey Markers or Monuments requires re-establishment by a
licensed surveyor at the Contractor's expense.
21. For private developments, the Developer/Owner shall be responsible for pavement
patching/replacement and the site restoration whenever Augusta Utilities Department
must repair/replace utilities on the property. The developer shall arrange for access by
the Augusta Utilities Department as required to make the repair/replacement of the
utility
22. Contractor shall contact the Utilities Protection Inc. "Call Before You Dig" service in
order to locate utilities prior to starting any excavation or construction.
23. If in the course of construction, a conflict arises between the new work and the
existing water and sewer facilities, it will be the responsibility of the
Owner/Ddeveloper, at his expense, to correct same as directed by a representative of
Augusta Utilities Department.
24. A right-of-way encroachment permit shall be obtained from the Public Works
Department prior to commencing work within Augusta right-of-way.
Details:
The detail drawings at the end of this Section shall be included with the construction
drawings.
Record (As-Built) Drawings:
At the completion of the water and/or sanitary sewer construction and prior to recording
the final plat, the Contractor shall furnish the Augusta Utilities Department's Inspector
with Record Drawings of the project. The Record Drawings must show all field changes
made to the approved drawings. Record Drawings shall be prepared by a registered
surveyor and/or professional engineer and submitted in digital format, as well as hard
copy. Acceptable digital formats include Arc/Info, Arc/Info export file, or a DXF file
generated by AutoCad from the DWG file.
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All Digital Record Drawings submitted must conform to:
Projection: Georgia State Plane East
Datum: NAD83
Units: Feet
A Data Dictionary should be included with each DXF file defining individual layers. The
design engineer shall use GPS to verify 2 or 3 points prior to conversion to state plane
coordinates. .
Water record drawings shall be a separate plan from the sewer record drawing.
Maximum plan size shall be 24" x 36". Scale shall be no larger than 1" == 20' and no
smaller than 1" == 100'. No hand-drawn or marked up construction plans will be accepted
as record drawings. "AS-BUILT DRAWING" shall be stamped in large print on the
plan. If the project is a phase of a subdivision, a location sketch of the entire subdivision
with subject phase outlined shall appear on drawings.
Record drawings shall contain the following information:
Cl Developer's name, address, and phone number.
Cl Contractor's name, address, and phone number.
Cl Lot numbers.
Cl Road names and right-of-way widths.
Cl Water and sanitary easements.
Cl All water service locations and distances from both front property comers of serviced
lot.
Cl All sanitary sewer services with clean-outs and distances from both property comers
of serviced lot and from nearest manhole.
Cl Invert and top elevations of all manholes.
Acceptance of Work:
Once an approved Record Drawing, final inspection and final plat with maintenance
agreement is recorded, the Augusta Utilities Department will accept the new constructed
system. The Developer/Owner shall be responsible for any defects in materials or
workmanship within the subject system for a period of twelve (12) months from the date
of the maintenance agreement.
IMPORTANT: A note stating that Augusta Utilities shall not be responsible for
pavement repair or site restoration associated with repair/replacement of a water or sewer
line shall be included on all final plats for private developments.
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