SPECIFICATIONS

The Town of Groton is seeking qualified bids to remove and replace concrete sidewalks, curbing and driveway aprons at various locations throughout the Town. Where applicable, please refer to the generic specifications which follow. Drawings are also available as separate documents. Dimensions: 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 17 feet by 7 feet monolithic driveway apron and 13 feet by 4 feet sidewalk 110 feet by 4 feet sidewalk 16 feet by 9 feet monolithic driveway apron and 13 feet of curbing 24 feet by 9 feet monolithic driveway apron 20 feet by 7 feet monolithic driveway apron 25 feet by 5 feet monolithic driveway apron and 41 feet by 4 feet sidewalk 25 feet of new curb no existing curb

CONCRETE SIDEWALKS

PART 1 1.01

GENERAL

WORK INCLUDED A. The work under this section includes the furnishing of all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for the construction of concrete sidewalks to the lines, grades and details as shown on the plans. Handicap ramps shall be considered part of the concrete sidewalk and shall be built to the dimensions as shown on the plans.

B.

1.02

RELATED WORK A. B. C. D. E. Section 01300 - Submittals Section 01400 - Quality Control Section 01410 - Testing Laboratory Services Section 02227 - Rock Excavation Section 02230 - Excavating, Backfilling, and Compacting for Sidewalks and Driveway Aprons

1.03

REFERENCE STANDARDS

A.

Form 816 - State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Standards Specifications for Roads, Bridges and Incidental Construction, 2004. ACI - American Concrete Institute ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

B. C. 1.04

SUBMITTALS A. B. Submit under provisions of Section 01300. Concrete: Manufacturer's product data, test reports, mix design and materials certifications.

1.05

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT A. Measurement 1. Concrete sidewalks shall be measured by the square footage of sidewalk installed to the lines and grades as shown on the plans. Excavation, preparation of subgrade and installation of gravel base shall be included for payment under this section.

2.

B.

Payment 1. Concrete sidewalk shall be paid for at the contract unit price per square foot for "Concrete Sidewalk", which price shall include all materials, tools, equipment and labor (including excavation, preparation of subgrade, and gravel base) required to complete the sidewalks.

PART 2 2.01

PRODUCTS

MATERIALS A. Concrete: 1. 2. Cement shall meet ASTM C150 or C595 Type II. Mixing water shall be clean and free from injurious amounts of oils, acids, alkalies, organic materials or other deleterious substances in accordance with ACI 318. Air-entraining admixture shall conform to ASTM C260. Any other admixtures shall only be used if approved by the Engineer. Concrete shall have the following properties:

3. 4. 5.

a.

Materials shall be proportioned to produce concrete with a minimum compressive strength of 3,500 psi at 28 days. The air content shall be 5 percent by volume with a tolerance of + 2 percent. Maximum size of aggregate shall be 3/4". Minimum cement content shall be 520 pounds per cubic yard. Concrete shall be delivered at the minimum slump necessary for efficient mixing, placing and finishing. The maximum slump shall be 4 in. with a tolerance of + 1 in. The concrete shall be batched and mixed in accordance with ASTM C94.

b.

c. d. e.

f.

B.

Premolded Joint Filler: Preformed strips, non-extruding and resilient bituminous type, of thickness indicated, complying with ASTM D994. Welded Wire Fabric: Cold-drawn steel wire conforming to ASTM A185 or A497 and the sizes indicated on the plans. EXECUTION

C.

PART 3 3.01

EXCAVATION AND BASE PREPARATION A. Excavate, prepare subgrade, and install gravel base in accordance with Section 02226.

3.02

FORMING A. Set clean timber or metal forms true to line. Firmly stake forms in place, strong enough to resist the pressure of concrete without springing, and tight enough to prevent mortar leakage. Tops of forms shall be at exact finished grade.

3.03

CONCRETING A. Spade concrete thoroughly along forms and expansion joints. Vibrate, tamp and screed to a dense mass. Provide 1/2 inch wide premolded expansion joints. Cut back joints 1/4 inch below finish of pavement. Provide additional expansion joints around utility structures and where concrete abuts other structures. After concrete is placed, screeded, bullfloat and steel trowel to a smooth even surface. Bring sufficient mortar to the surface for the finish. Score contraction joints using scoring tool while concrete is workable.

B.

C.

D.

E.

Broom finish using new street broom. Bristle marks shall be perpendicular to the length of the sidewalk. Finish the outside edge of the slab and all joints with a 1/4" radius edging tool. Dummy joints must be straight and perpendicular to the sides of the sidewalk. The greatest allowable ridge formed by the back of the edging or jointing tool is 1/8". The finished surface will be checked with a 5' straight-edge. No dips or rises over 1/8" in the surface of the sidewalk will be permitted. Forms shall not be removed from freshly placed concrete until it has set for at least 24 hours. After the forms have been removed, the ends of all joints shall be cleaned and any "honeycombed" areas shall be patched with cement.

F.

G.

H.

3.04

CURING A. Moist Curing 1. After the surface of the concrete has been given its final finish and has adequately set, it shall be protected by covering it with either impervious sheets of plastic or paper. Sheets shall be laid longitudinally over the surface of the finished walk by unrolling from a supported roll so as not to bring excessive weight upon, nor mar the new surface. Cover material shall be securely weighted down. Sheets shall be kept on the sidewalk for five days. During this period, concrete shall be kept thoroughly wet at all times. In the event that hair checking develops before the cover can be placed, moist curing mats shall be used for the initial 24 hour period.

2.

3.

4.

B.

Membrane Curing 1. Apply suitable curing agent in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Membrane curing shall be applied in the presence of the Engineer and contain a fugitive dye to insure thorough application.

END OF SECTION

CONCRETE CURBING

PART 1 1.01

GENERAL

WORK INCLUDED A. This section covers the furnishing of all labor, materials, tools and equipment necessary for the construction of concrete curbing to the lines, grades and details as shown on the plans. Excavation, subgrade preparation, gravel base, and backfill shall be included in this section.

B.

1.02

RELATED WORK A. Section 02226 - Excavating, Backfilling, and Compacting for Pavement and Sidewalks Section 02227 - Rock Excavation Section 02210 - Grading

B. C. 1.03

REFERENCE STANDARDS A. Form 816 - State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Standards Specifications for Roads, Bridges and Incidental Construction, 2004. ACI - American Concrete Institute ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

B. C. 1.04

SUBMITTALS A. B. Submit under provisions of Section 01300. Concrete: Manufacturer's product data, test reports, mix design and materials certifications. Pre-cast curbing: Manufacturer's product data, test reports, mix design and materials certifications.

C.

1.05

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT A. Measurement 1. Concrete curbs shall be measured by the linear foot of concrete curbing installed to the lines and grades as shown on the plans. Excavation, preparation of subgrade and installation of gravel base shall be included for payment under this section.

2.

B.

Payment

1.

Concrete curbing shall be paid for at the contract unit price per linear foot for "Concrete Curbing", which price shall include all materials, tools, equipment and labor required to complete the concrete curbing.

PART 2 2.01

PRODUCTS

MATERIALS A. Concrete: 1. 2. Cement shall meet ASTM C150 or C595 Type II. Mixing water shall be clean and free from injurious amounts of oils, acids, alkalies, organic materials or other deleterious substances in accordance with ACI 318. Air-entraining admixture shall conform to ASTM C260. Any other admixtures shall only be used if approved by the Engineer. Concrete shall have the following properties: a. Materials shall be proportioned to produce concrete with a minimum compressive strength of 3,500 psi at 28 days. The air content shall be 5 percent by volume with a tolerance of + 2 percent. Maximum size of aggregate shall be 3/4". Minimum cement content shall be 520 pounds per cubic yard. Concrete shall be delivered at the minimum slump necessary for efficient mixing, placing and finishing. The maximum slump shall be 4 in. with a tolerance of + 1 in. The concrete shall be batched and mixed in accordance with ASTM C94.

3. 4. 5.

b.

c. d. e.

f.

B.

Premolded Joint Filler: Preformed strips, non-extruding and resilient bituminous type, of thickness indicated, complying with ASTM D994. Welded Wire Fabric: Cold-drawn steel wire conforming to ASTM A185 or A497 and the sizes indicated on the plans. EXECUTION

C.

PART 3 3.01

EXCAVATION AND BASE PREPARATION

A.

Excavate, prepare subgrade, and install gravel base in accordance with Section 02230.

3.02

FORMING A. Set clean timber or metal forms true to line. Firmly stake forms in place, strong enough to resist the pressure of concrete without springing, and tight enough to prevent mortar leakage. Tops of forms shall be at exact finished grade.

3.03

CONCRETING A. Spade concrete thoroughly along forms and expansion joints. Vibrate, tamp and screed to a dense mass. Provide 1/2 inch wide premolded expansion joints. Cut back joints 1/4 inch below finish of pavement. Provide additional expansion joints around utility structures and where concrete abuts other structures. After concrete is placed, screeded, bullfloat and steel trowel to a smooth even surface. Bring sufficient mortar to the surface for the finish. Score contraction joints using scoring tool while concrete is workable. Broom finish using new street broom. Bristle marks shall be perpendicular to the length of the sidewalk. Finish the outside edge of the slab and all joints with a 1/4" radius edging tool. Dummy joints must be straight and perpendicular to the sides of the sidewalk. The greatest allowable ridge formed by the back of the edging or jointing tool is 1/8". The finished surface will be checked with a 5' straight-edge. No dips or rises over 1/8" in the surface of the sidewalk will be permitted. Forms shall not be removed from freshly placed concrete until it has set for at least 24 hours. After the forms have been removed, the ends of all joints shall be cleaned and any "honeycombed" areas shall be patched with cement.

B.

C.

D. E.

F.

G.

H.

3.04

CURING A. Moist Curing 1. After the surface of the concrete has been given its final finish and has adequately set, it shall be protected by covering it with either impervious sheets of plastic or paper. Sheets shall be laid longitudinally over the surface of the finished walk by unrolling from a supported roll so as not to bring excessive weight upon, nor mar the new surface. Cover material shall be securely weighted down.

2.

3.

Sheets shall be kept on the sidewalk for five days. During this period, concrete shall be kept thoroughly wet at all times. In the event that hair checking develops before the cover can be placed, moist curing mats shall be used for the initial 24 hour period.

4.

B.

Membrane Curing 1. Apply suitable curing agent in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Membrane curing shall be applied in the presence of the Engineer and contain a fugitive dye to insure thorough application.

END OF SECTION

INTEGRAL CONCRETE DRIVEWAY APRONS AND CURBS

PART 1 1.01

GENERAL

WORK INCLUDED A. The work under this section includes all labor, materials, tools, and equipment necessary for the construction of integral concrete driveway apron and curbs to the lines, grades, and details as shown on the plans.

1.02

RELATED WORK A. B. C. D. E. Section 01300 - Submittals Section 01400 - Quality Control Section 01410 - Testing Laboratory Services Section 02227 - Rock Excavation Section 02230 - Excavating, Backfilling, and Compacting for Sidewalks and Driveway Aprons

1.03

REFERENCE STANDARDS A. Form 816 - State of Connecticut Department of Transportation Standards Specifications for Roads, Bridges and Incidental Construction, 2004. ACI - American Concrete Institute ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

B. C. 1.04

SUBMITTALS

A. B.

Submit under provisions of Section 01300. Concrete: Manufacturer's product data, test reports, mix design and materials certifications.

1.05

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT A. Measurement 1. Integral concrete driveway apron and curbs shall be measured by the square footage of integral driveway apron and curb installed to the lines and grades as shown on the plans. The width shall be measured from the back of apron to face of curb. Excavation, preparation of subgrade and installation of gravel base shall be included for payment under this section.

2.

B.

Payment 1. Integral concrete driveway apron and curbs shall be paid for at the contract unit price, per square foot for "Integral Concrete Driveway Apron and Curbs", which price shall include all materials, tools, equipment and labor (including excavation, preparation of subgrade, and gravel base) required to complete the Integral Driveway Apron and Curbs.

PART 2 2.01

PRODUCTS

MATERIALS A. Concrete: 1. 2. Cement shall meet ASTM C150 or C595 Type II. Mixing water shall be clean and free from injurious amounts of oils, acids, alkalies, organic materials or other deleterious substances in accordance with ACI 318. Air-entraining admixture shall conform to ASTM C260. Any other admixtures shall only be used if approved by the Engineer. Concrete shall have the following properties: a. Materials shall be proportioned to produce concrete with a minimum compressive strength of 3,500 psi at 28 days. The air content shall be 5 percent by volume with a tolerance of + 2 percent. Maximum size of aggregate shall be 3/4".

3. 4. 5.

b.

c.

d. e.

Minimum cement content shall be 520 pounds per cubic yard. Concrete shall be delivered at the minimum slump necessary for efficient mixing, placing and finishing. The maximum slump shall be 4 in. with a tolerance of + 1 in. The concrete shall be batched and mixed in accordance with ASTM C94.

f.

B.

Premolded Joint Filler: Preformed strips, non-extruding and resilient bituminous type, of thickness indicated, complying with ASTM D994. Welded Wire Fabric: Cold-drawn steel wire conforming to ASTM A185 or A497 and the sizes indicated on the plans. EXECUTION

C.

PART 3 3.01

EXCAVATION AND BASE PREPARATION A. Excavate, prepare subgrade, and install gravel base in accordance with Section 02226.

3.02

FORMING A. Set clean timber or metal forms true to line. Firmly stake forms in place, strong enough to resist the pressure of concrete without springing, and tight enough to prevent mortar leakage. Tops of forms shall be at exact finished grade.

3.03

CONCRETING A. Spade concrete thoroughly along forms and expansion joints. Vibrate, tamp and screed to a dense mass. Provide 1/2 inch wide premolded expansion joints. Cut back joints 1/4 inch below finish of pavement. Provide additional expansion joints around utility structures and where concrete abuts other structures. After concrete is placed, screeded, bullfloat and steel trowel to a smooth even surface. Bring sufficient mortar to the surface for the finish. Score contraction joints using scoring tool while concrete is workable. Broom finish using new street broom. Bristle marks shall be perpendicular to the length of the sidewalk. Finish the back edge of the slab and all joints with a 1/4" radius edging tool. Use a 1" radius edging tool for the outside edge of curbing. Dummy joints must be straight and perpendicular to the sides of the sidewalk. The greatest allowable ridge formed by the back of the edging or jointing tool is 1/8".

B.

C.

D. E.

F.

G.

The finished surface will be checked with a 5' straight-edge. No dips or rises over 1/8" in the surface of the sidewalk will be permitted. Forms shall not be removed from freshly placed concrete until it has set for at least 24 hours. After the forms have been removed, the ends of all joints shall be cleaned and any "honeycombed" areas shall be patched with cement.

H.

3.04

CURING A. Moist Curing 1. After the surface of the concrete has been given its final finish and has adequately set, it shall be protected by covering it with either impervious sheets of plastic or paper. Sheets shall be laid longitudinally over the surface of the finished driveway apron and curb by unrolling from a supported roll so as not to bring excessive weight upon, nor mar the new surface. Cover material shall be securely weighted down. Sheets shall be kept on the driveway apron and curb for five days. During this period, concrete shall be kept thoroughly wet at all times. In the event that hair checking develops before the cover can be placed, moist curing mats shall be used for the initial 24 hour period.

2.

3.

4.

B.

Membrane Curing 1. Apply suitable curing agent in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications. Membrane curing shall be applied in the presence of the Engineer and contain a fugitive dye to insure thorough application.

3.05

BACKFILLING A. After the concrete has set sufficiently, the grading shall be completed to the lines shown on the plans, by filling to the required elevation with approved material which shall be placed in layers of not over 6 inches in depth and compacted until firm and solid.

END OF SECTION