NC0020451_More Information (Requested)_20170817

CIVIL/SANITARY/ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERS
Municipal
Services
SITE PLANNING/SUBDIVISIONS
August 17, 2017
Mr. Trupti Desai, Engineer
NPDES Complex Permitting Unit
Division of Water Resources
North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality
1617 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-1617
Re: Responses to Request for Additional Information
Town of West Jefferson, North Carolina
Wastewater Sludge Dewatering Facility
Dear Mr. Desai:
License No C-0281
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
Engineering
Company, P.A.
SUBSURFACE UTILITY ENGINEERING (SUE)
In response to your Request for Additional Information for the referenced project, please find
herewith:
One (1) digital copy of the following:
• Full set of new and revised drawings, PDF Documents
• Full set of the new and revised specifications, PDF Documents in 5 Parts
• Responses to Your Request for Additional Information
• New Project Specifications for the newly proposed metal building
• New Project Specifications for the Concrete Wall Pipe Penetration Seals
• New Specifications for Painting
• Revised Bid Form that incorporates the metal building alternate
• West Jefferson Sludge Management Plan
• Responses to USDA Comments RECEIVED/NCDEQ/DWR
Additionally, the following documents are provided as hard copies: AUG 2 12017
• Responses to Your Request for Additional Information Water Quality
• Responses to USDA Comments Permitting Section
• Metal Building Specifications
• Concrete Wall Pipe Penetration Seals Specifications
• Painting Specifications
• Revised Bid Form
• West Jefferson Sludge Management Plan
• Revised and New Drawings C-1, C-3, C-5 and C-6
PO Box 97, Garner, North Carolina 27529 [phone]
PO Box 349, Boone, NC 28607 [phone]

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have questions or need additional.
Sincerely,
Municipal Engineering Services Company, PA.
Michael S. Acquest", E, PhD
Senior Project Engineer
cc: Brantley Price, West Jefferson Town Manager
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Responses to State Review Comments
West Jefferson Sludge Dewatering Facility
August 16, 2017
Sludge Management Plan
Comment: Provide a modified sludge management plan for the plant as the town is
modifying its sludge handling process by adding new treatment unit linked to sludge
management and the facilities sludge control option. Most likely only need to add a few
sentences outlining dewatering operation, the storage of dewatered sludge and its
disposal.
Response: A revised Sludge Management Plan is provided herewith.
Polymer System
2. Comment: Explain how the proposed polymer system and flocculation components
work. A flow schematic would be extremely helpful.
Response: A P&ID flow diagram for the entire belt press operation has been added to the
construction drawings.
3. Comment: Where are the system and components located?
Response: The polymer system sits on the belt press frame behind the control panel and
it is controlled by the belt press control panel as an integral unit.
4. Comment: Is the polymer feed coming from a 55 gallon drum?
Response: Yes, the polymer will be fed from a 55 gallon drum that will sit on the floor
adjacent to the polymer system. The polymer drums can be rolled into the building either
at the roll -up door end of the building, or at the double door end of the building. The
polymer feed pump is furnished with the belt press.
Digester
Comment: What is the specification for sealing the new pipe penetration in the digesters?
If this is in the documents submitted, please advise where.
Response: Link -seals are called for on the drawings as the means of sealing the digester
wall penetrations. A specification for Concrete Wall Pipe Penetration Seals (the generic
name for Link -Seals) has been added to the detail specifications.
RECEIVEDINCDEWWR
AUG 212017
Macer n Secteon
Permitting

Filtrate
6. Comment: Per the drawing C-4 the filtrate from the new belt press is collected in a floor
sump that drains via a 6" line to nearby existing sewer. Where does the sewer go, Is it
going to the headworks or any primary treatment unit?
Response: The pipe into which the filtrate drains connects to the plant influent flow pipe
that drains to the influent pump station. A back-flow prevention device has been added
to the 6" drain pipe on Drawing C-2.
New Sludge Pump
7. Comment: There is no design calculation for the new sludge piping and new sludge
pump to the new press, what is the piping design capacity? How does the design
capacity relate to the expected sludge production at full permitted flow?
Response: The sludge pump is controlled by a variable frequency drive (VFD) in the
belt press control panel. The VFD will vary the pumping capacity from 6.7 gpm at 20
psi, 68 rpm to 41.7 gpm at 20 psi, 216 rpm by changing the pump speed. The 4" sludge
piping is sufficient to handle these flow rates and pressures. The 4" pipe is also sized to
easily allow the back-flow of non -potable clean water to easily move the sludge back to
the digester when a dewatering session is completed.
At 41.7 gpm, the plant can process 2,500 gallons of sludge per hour. In a 6 -hour
operating day, that equates to 15,000 gallons. Currently the plant wastes approximately
3,000 gpd to 8,000 gpd of sludge, Monday through Friday. Current plant flow is
approximately 40% of capacity — 0.208 MGD out of 0.500 MGD capacity. Therefore,
the proposed sludge press will be able to handle the current plant flow easily, and
through longer operating periods/day, and possibly on weekends, the press will be able
to handle the full plant permitted flow of 0.500 MGD. The Town proposes to continue
to land apply its sludge as its primary sludge management plan, and use the press to
dewater the sludge and deposit it in the Ashe County Landfill during those times when
land application is not feasible.
8. Comment: What is the design point for the new sludge pump?
Response: The pump curve for the selected pump type is provided herewith. The pump
specifications already call out the low and high design points, which are noted above.

General Comments:
All Contracts:
1. Comment: NC -RD Attachment #5 — Bidding & Contract Documents —
Submittal Checklist—This checklist should not be included as part of the bidding
documents. Instead, the current version of this checklist should be used by the Engineer
to confirm that all items needed by Rural Development have been included. The
enclosed current checklist incorporates the updated RUS Bulletin 1780-26. A copy of
this bulletin that compares the previous version to the current version has been
enclosed. These updates were effective as of April 2017 The below comments do not
address all items that have changed but rather specific comments in regards to what
was submitted. Also, it is unclear why the items highlighted in the enclosed were either
not provided or represent a very outdated document. The final submittal of all
contracts will need to include all documents as listed in the enclosed checklist,
incorporate the updated language per RUS Bulletin 1780-26, and address the specific
comments noted below.
Response: The Submittal Checklist is no longer included in the project manuals. The
specifications and contract documents were mostly prepared prior to April 2017 using
the USDA documents in effect at that time. Unfortunately, there was no
communication to MESCO that the USDA documents had been updated. However, the
requested changes have been made using the 2017 documents.
2. Comment, ARC Funding - It is my understanding that since this project is partially
funded by the Appalachian Regional Commission the contracts will need to include
Davis -Bacon Act requirements. The prevailing wage rate tables applicable to the type
of construction and contract language regarding the Davis -Bacon Act need to be
included in the contracts. This should be referenced in the Instructions to Bidders with
specific details provided in the Supplementary Conditions. The following website should
be used as a resource: https://www.dol.gov/compliance/guide/dbra.htm
Response: Notification that the Davis -Bacon Act applies to the project has been added
to the Bid Form. It is also noted in the Instructions to Bidders. The Davis -Bacon Act
wage rates have been included and are noted in the Bid Form and in the Table of
Contents It will also be discussed at the Pre -Bid Conferences, at which time additional
information may be provided to prospective bidders, if requested. Insomuch as the
Supplementary Conditions are provided, "AS IS" by USDA with the understanding that
specific changes cannot be made to them by the Engineer or Owner, no information
regarding the Davis -Bacon Act and the associated Wage Rates was already in the
Supplementary Conditions and no information regarding the Davis -Bacon Act and the
associated Wage Rates has been added to the Supplementary Conditions.
3. Comment: Contract Numbering - In order to make future reference easier each
contract needs to be assigned a contract number. These numbers need to be detailed

on both the plans and project manual. I recommend numbering as noted in the below
comments.
Response: The 3 projects have been giving individual numbers on the Specifications title
pages and the Drawing title pages
4. Comment: Instructions to Bidders — All contracts use an outdated version of these
instructions. As detailed in the enclosed RUS Bulletin 1780-26, these instructions are to
be prepared using the EJCDC C-200 document with revisions/additions per RUS Bulletin
1780-26. The provided copy has been outdated for some time.
Response: The latest version of the Instructions to Bidders has been incorporated into
each set of the Project Manuals.
5. Comment: Instructions to Bidders — I recommend adding an additional Article to the
Instructions to Bidders in order to include a statement that a federal preemption applies
to this contract in regards to the retainage requirements of NC GS 143-134.1
(Reference G.S.143-134.1 - (b6) Nothing in subsections (b1), (b2), (b3), and (b4) of this
section shall operate to prevent any agency or any political subdivision of the State from
complying with the requirements of a federal contract or grant when the requirements
of the federal contract or grant conflict with subsections (b1), (b2), (b3), or (b4) of this
section. Each bid document must specify when federal preemption of this section shall
ggptyl. Rural Development requires 5% retainage until substantial completion of the
entire work is achieved.
Response: An Additional Article (Article 29) has been added to the Instructions to
Bidders as recommended.
6. Comment: Form AD 1048 —This form has been updated. The enclosed copy needs
to be used.
Response The latest form AD 1048 is included.
7. Comment. Bid Forms — All contracts use an outdated version of this form. As
detailed in the enclosed RUS Bulletin 1780-26, this form is to be prepared using the
EJCDC C-410 document with revisions/additions per RUS Bulletin 1780-26 The provided
copy has been outdated for some time.
Response: The latest version of the EJCDC-410 Bid Form has been implemented.

8. Comment: Bid Forms—At least one USDA RD Project Sign needs to be added as a
Bid Item to each Bid Form.
Response: One USDA RD Project Sign Bid Item has been added to the Bid Form for each
project.
9. Comment: Bid Forms — Paragraph 6.01 references three sections of work to be
completed. The proposed scopes of work for each contract do not appear to be divided
into any sections. If this is referring to the three separate contracts each cannot be
responsible for the other. Also, the time period for final payment is typically 30 days
after substantial completion. Why is 60 days needed for Contracts 1&2? Finally, the last
sentence under this paragraph does not appear applicable for Contracts 1&2.
Response: This has been corrected in each Bid Form.
10. Comment: Supplementary Conditions — The Owner needs to review the insurance
provisions of these conditions and ensure that such are adequate and proper for their
use.
Response: Owner has reviewed the insurance providions and ensures that such are
adequate and proper for these projects.
11. Comment: RD Project Sign — Each contract appears to include a different version of
the RD project sign. Enclosed is the current edition.
Response: The current USDA RD Project Sign is now included in each set of Contract
Documents.
12. Comment: Specifications — The final permits that are the responsibility of the
Owner to obtain need to be added to each contract manual
Response: All permits for the water and sewer line project and for the well project have
been acquired and ared included at the back end of the specifications The
Authorization to Construct permit for the sludge dewatering facility is still pending.

Contract Specific Comments:
Contract #1 - US HWY 221 BUS., Mt. Jefferson RD. and Wade E Vannoy Dr.
Plans
1. Comment: It appears that almost all of the proposed gravity sewer will be placed
on private property. I recommend adding notes referencing where easements are
located and any restrictions that may be in place regarding such. It may also be
beneficial to show these locations on the actual plan sheets. Easements to complete all
of the work (including the 4"- service laterals) will need to be in place prior to bidding
the project.
Response: The easements have been added to the construction drawings. Revised set
of drawings is being provided herewith.
Project Manual
1. Comment: Note the general comments above that are applicable to all contracts.
Responses: See responses above.
Contract #2 — Water System Improvements (well)
Plans
1. Comment: No concerns/comments were noted in regards to these plans.
Response: Noted.
Project Manual
2. Comment: Note the general comments above that are applicable to all contracts.
Response: See responses above.
3. Comment: Detailed Specifications — The project manual did not appear to include
any specifications for the SCADA system.
Response: The town of West Jefferson uses one specific SCADA company for all of its
work. That company has been contacted and is aware of the project. The bid form tells
the bidder who to contact for the SCADA to get pricing.
Contract #3 — Wastewater Treatment Plant Modifications and Improvements
Plans
1. Comment: The engineer needs to verify that all known underground utilities are
shown on plan sheet C1. There is typically more underground piping surrounding an
existing WWTP structure such as the Digestor. Specific notes regarding field locating
any existing underground utilities should be included.
Response: The Town staff at the wastewater treatment plant has verified that no other
underground utilities exist where the proposed project tis to take place. A note to the

contractor to field locate any existing underground utilities prior to digging (Call 811) is
noted on the drawings.
2. Comment: Plan Sheet C-4 needs to provide a profile view of the proposed
canopy. It is unclear how this canopy will be installed in relation to the proposed
precast building. The profile view on plan sheet C-2 does not appear to detail any
specific height for the precast building. Also, I recommend adding a gutter to the edge
of the precast roof to direct water away from the area covered by the
canopy. Furthermore, details need to be provided in regards to the height of the
proposed canopy. Does this height change depending on whether or not the alternate
is selected?
Response: A profile view of the canopy has been added to the drawing set. The now
shown footing locations dictate the proximity of the canopy to the press building. The
height of the canopy beams was already noted on the structural drawings and they are
noted on the profile drawing. The height of the precast building is called out in the
specs. However, the eave height is now noted on the drawings. The canopy height does
not change depending on the auger alternative selected. If the single auger alternative
is chosen now, in the future, the Town may install the multiple augers, in which case,
the canopy height will already be able to accommodate them. Gutters have been added
to the press building, both sides, and to the canopy.
3. Comment: The Owner should consider constructing this as a pre-engineered metal
building instead of a pre -cast concrete building. Given the proposed size of this building
it appears that a metal building may be more cost effective.
Response: All other buildings at the plant site are brick Therefore, the use of the
precast Concrete Building with a brick exterior fagade was felt to fit in better with the
other existing buildings. However, installation of a metal building has been added to the
project as an alternative. Pre -Engineered Metal Building Specifications have been added
to the project manual. Please note that the foundation designed for the precast
concrete building will not work for the metal building. The metal building requires a
much more detailed and robust foundation Therefore, as part of the metal building
alternative, the building manufacturer is being required to design a new foundation for
the metal building and have the design drawings sealed by a NC Professional Structural
Engineer and submitted to the Project Engineer for review and approval as part of the
shop drawing phase, if the metal building is less expensive than the precast concrete
building and the Owner chooses to accept the metal building.
Project Manual
1. Comment: Note the general comments above that are applicable to all contracts.
Response: See responses above.

2. Comment• Agreement Between Owner and Contractor — This was the only contract
that included this agreement. Note the provided copy did not include any changes per
RUS Bulletin 1780-26.
Response: The latest version of the Agreement has been added to all project manuals.
3. Comment: Supplementary Conditions —This contract used outdated supplementary
conditions that applied to the 2007 edition of the general conditions.
Response: The latest version of the Supplementary Conditions has been added to all
project manuals.
Additional Notes:
Per comments received from the NC Department of Environmental Quality during
the Authorization to Construct review for the sludge dewatering facility, some
additional detail specifications have been added to the project manual and
additional drawings have been added to the project drawings. A copy of the DEQ
comments and the responses are provided herewith so that the reason for the other
additions can be understood.

SPECIFICATION SECTION 13020
Pre -Engineered Metal Building
E1.1 GENERAL
E1.1.1 SCOPE
(a) These specifications cover the materials, design and fabrication of Metal Building
Systems Metal buildings used on this project shall conform to this Specification
and shall be as shown on the Contract Drawings One metal building is to be
constructed as shown on the Contract Drawings
(b) Clear Interior Space 24" x 16" x 10' 0" eave height, peak height as required for
structural stability and snow loading conditions Panels shall be 24 gauge,
minimum, or as required for the weather, wind and seismic conditions of West
Jefferson
(b) These specifications are an outline of performance to ensure the basis for
design, manufacture and application of the Metal Building for the sludge
dewatering facility at the West Jefferson Wastewater Treatment Plant
E1.1.2 STRUCTURAL FRAME SYSTEM FOR BUILDING
Portal Frame System shall have tapered sidewall columns and rafters Purlins and
girts shall be cold -formed channel sections Purlins shall be designed as a
continuous member over interior supports
E1.1.3 BUILDING NOMENCLATURE
(a) Dimensions outlined below may be assigned any value within defined building
limitations
(b) Roof slope is measured as inches of rise per 12 inches of horizontal run
(c) Building width is measured from outside face to outside face of sidewall girts
(d) Building length is measured from outside face to outside face of endwall girts
(e) Building eave height is a nominal dimension measured from the bottom of the
base plate on the sidewall columns to the top of the eave strut Actual eave
height may vary with purlin depth and roof sheeting system
(f) Interior bay spacing is measured from centerline to centerline of adjacent interior
primary frames
(g) End bay spacing is measured from the centerline of the first interior frame to the
outside face of endwall girts
E1.1.4 DRAWINGS AND CERTIFICATIONS
(a) Building manufacturer shall furnish complete foundation design drawings and
specifications, erection drawings for the proper identification and assembly of all
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budding components These drawings shall show anchor bolt settings, anchor
bolt diameters, sidewall, endwall and roof framing, flashing, sheeting and
accessory installation details All designs shall be prepared and sealed by a
North Carolina registered professional Structural Engineer
(b) Design calculations and/or a letter of certification signed and sealed by a North
Carolina registered professional structural engineer shall be submitted with the
shop drawings for the concrete foundation, structural framing and covering
panels of the building system
E1.1.5 MANUFACTURER QUALIFICATIONS
(a) Budding manufacturer shall be a member of the Metal Building Manufacturers
Association and shall be certified by AISC in Category MB
E1.2 STRUCTURAL STEEL DESIGN
E1.2.1 GENERAL
(a) All mill rolled structural sections or welded, built-up structural shapes shall be
designed in accordance with AISC's latest "Specification for the Design,
Fabrication and Erection of Structural Steel for Buildings"
(b) All cold -formed structural steel members shall be designed in accordance with
AISI's latest "Specification for the Design of Cold -Formed Steel Structural
Members "
E1.2.2 ROOF PURLIN DESIGN
Unsymmetrical channels used as roof purlins shall be installed either face-to-face or
back -to back
E1.2.3 DESIGN LOADS
The loads and load combinations used in the structural design of the building shall be
as provided in the North Carolina State Budding Code for the West Jefferson area
E1.2.4 ANCHOR BOLTS
(a) The manufacturer shall design anchor bolts to resist maximum shear reaction at
the plane of the column base plates and uplift from the specified combinations of
loadings The manufacturer shall indicate the number, diameter and projection of
anchor bolts
(b) The manufacturer shall furnish the maximum column reactions resulting from the
specified combinations of loadings for design of the foundation
E1.3 BASIC MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
E1.3.1 PRIMARY FRAMING STEEL
(a) Flanges and webs of built-up sections shall be fabricated from sheet and plate
and conform to one of the following specifications:
ASTM A570
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ASTM A572
ASTM A36
(b) Steel for structural tubing shall conform to ASTM specifications A500 Grade A or
A501. Maximum yield stress shall be 36,000 psi
(c) Steel for cold -formed endwall channel sections shall conform to ASTM
specification A570 Minimum yield stress shall be 55,000 psi
E1.3.2 SECONDARY FRAMING STEEL
Steel used for cold -formed purlins, girts and eave struts shall conform to ASTM
specification A570 Minimum yield stress shall be 55,000 psi
E1.3.3 ROOF AND WALL PANEL MATERIAL
(a) Prefinished panel material shall conform to ASTM A446 The grade and gauge of
the base steel shall be as required The steel sheet shall be galvanized in
accordance with ASTM A525, coating designation G90 Unfinished panel
material shall be coated with the manufacturer's standard zinc or aluminum -zinc
alloy. The grade and gauge of the base steel shall be 26 gauge.
(b) All mill rolled structural sections or welded, built-up structural shapes shall be
designed in accordance with AISC's latest "Specification for the Design,
Fabrication and Erection of Structural Steel for Buildings
E1.4 STRUCTURAL FRAMING
E1.4.1 GENERAL
(a) All framing members shall be shop fabricated for field bolted assembly The
surfaces of the bolted connection shall be smooth and free from burrs or
distortions
(b) All shop welded connections shall be in accordance with qualified or prequalified
point welding procedures as defined by the American Welding Society's
"Structural Welding Code AWS D1 1 "
(c) All framing members, where necessary, shall carry an easily visible piece part
mark for identification
E1.4.2 PRIMARY AND ENDWALL FRAMING
(a) Primary frames shall consist of welded, built-up structural shapes, mill rolled
shapes, pipes or tubes Welded sections may be either uniform depth or tapered
(b) Endwall columns and rafters shall be welded, built-up structural sections, mill
rolled shapes or cold -formed channel sections depending upon the budding type
and/or design requirements
(c) All base plates and splice plates shall be shop fabricated to include bolt
connection holes Webs shall be fabricated to include brace rod or cable slots
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E1.4.3 SECONDARY FRAMING
(a) Purlins and girts shall be cold -formed channel sections with 90 -degree stiffened
flanges They shall be pre -punched to provide for field assembly and either single
or continuous span depending upon design requirements
(b) Eave struts shall be cold -formed channel sections or open web steel joists as
required by design
(c) A base member shall be furnished to which the bottom of the wall covering is
secured This member shall be anchored to the concrete
E1.4.4 SECONDARY FRAMING
(a) Diagonal bracing in the roof and walls shall be used to transfer applied loads
such as wind This bracing may consist of rods, cables or angles
(b) The compression flange of primary frames shall be laterally braced by angles
connecting the webs of purlins or girts to that flange so the compressive stress is
within allowable limits for any combination of loadings
(c) When diagonal bracing is not acceptable, alternative bracing such as wind
trusses, portals or columns may be used Bracing in the roof and/or walls need
not be furnished where it can be shown that the diaphragm strength of the
covering is adequate to resist the applied loads
E1.5 ROOF AND WALL COVERING
E1.5.1 EXPOSED METAL ROOF
(a) Exposed metal roof shall be standing seam type and precision roll formed with 3'-
0" wide coverage and 1%1 1/2" high mayor ribs in 24 gauge (minimum) steel
sheet, G90 galvanized The roof panels shall include a full return male leg to
provide a bearing surface on purlins A UL Class 90 wind uplift rating shall be
available
(b) Exposed metal roof systems shall consist of panels, fasteners, closures, ridge
cap and joint sealant to provide a weathertight roof
E1.5.2 WALL COVERING
(a) Exterior wall covering panels shall be precision roll formed with 3'-0" wide
coverage and 1"-1 1/2" high major ribs in 26 gage (minimum) steel sheet, G90
galvanized or aluminum -zinc alloy coated Wall panels shall be pre -finished with
manufacturer's standard paint, color as selected by the Owner
(b) Interior Wall panels shall reach eave height and shall be water proofed due to the
extremely wet conditions expected in the interior of the building during the belt
press operation Fiberglass insulation shall be installed between the interior
panels and the exterior panels - R-18, minimum
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E1.6 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIAL SPECIFICATIONS
E1.6.1 FASTENERS
(a) All structural bolts used in frame splices and secondary framing connections shall
be ASTM A307, Grade 5, or ASTM A325 as required by design
(b) Wall panels shall be attached with self tapping, washer head screws painted to
match the panels
(c) Blind pop rivets shall be 1/8" aluminum with mandrel painted to match the
adjacent panel or trim
E1.6.2 SEALANTS
(a) Closure strips formed to fit the roof and wall panel profiles shall be provided at
exposed ends of panels
(b) Tube caulk shall be used to seal cracks, gaps and points where necessary to
make the building weathertight Caulk in exposed locations shall be acrylic,
polysulfide, urethane or silicone type Caulk in unexposed locations may be butyl
type
E1.6.3 GUTTERS TRIM AND FLASHINGS
(a) Gutters (both sides of budding), downspouts and eaves, rakes and corner trim
formed of 26 gage, minimum, galvanized steel sheet, prefinished, shall be
provided and installed Contractor shall provide and install splash blocks for all
downspouts
(b) Flashings formed of 26 gage (minimum) galvanized steel sheet, prefinished, shall
be provided at rakes, eaves, corners, framed openings and wherever necessary
to make the budding weathertight
E1.7 ERECTION AND INSTALLATION
The erection of the building system shall be performed in accordance with the
manufacturer's erection drawings and instructions Erection shall be performed by a
qualified erector using proper tools, equipment and erection practices. No field
modifications shall be made to structural components except as authorized by both
the manufacturer and the Engineer
E1.8 FINISHES
E1.8.1 GENERAL
(a) Paint colors shall be as selected by the OWNER from the full range of the
manufacturer's standard colors
(b) All components normally available prefinished shall be provided prefinished
(c) Any damaged or deteriorated finishes shall be reapplied or touched up to the
satisfaction of the Engineer, or the components shall be replaced
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E1.8.2 FRAMING
Steel framing shall be shop coated with the manufacturer's standard primer
E1.8.3 PANELS AND TRIM
Panels and trim shall be prefinished with manufacturer's standard paint system
Exterior surface of roof and wall panels and trim shall be painted with prime and
finish coats Interior surface of wall and roof panels shall be painted with prime coat
Insulation requirements shall be as required for the weather in West Jefferson and
must meet the latest Building Code
Roof or high wall vents are required on all buildings and must be approved by
Engineer
E.5 PAYMENT
Payment shall be made in accordance with approved schedule of values based upon
percentage of work completed as determined by the Engineer Items under this section are
to be made a part of the Precast Concrete Budding bid amount taking into consideration the
adder or deduct pricing of the contractor, as outlined in the Bid Form
END OF SECTION 13020.
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SPECIFICATION SECTION 13001. CONCRETE WALL PIPE PENETRATION SEALS
The modular concrete wall pipe penetration seal for waste water treatment shall provide a high
level of water -resistance, resistant to most inorganic acids and alkalis found in domestic
wastewater, and resistant to most organic chemicals (acetone, alcohol, ketones). Type: Stainless
Seal Element: EPDM (Black) Pressure Plates: Reinforced Nylon Polymer Bolts & Nuts: 316
Stainless Steel Temp. Range: -40° - +250T (40° - +121'Q.
Seals shall have the following detail specifications:
• Pressure resistant to 20psig (40 ft of head)
• Standard — EPDM – rubber (black)
• Oil Resistant — Nitrile rubber (green)
• Temperature resistant — Silicone rubber (gray)
• Low Durometer for fragile pipe — EPDM rubber (blue) Shore 40 zL 5
• Hardware - S316 Stainless Steel
• Made in the USA
END OF SECTION 13001.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
23.0 PAINTING
PARTI- GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS -
Page 1
The general provisions of the Contract, including General Conditions and General Requirements,
apply to the work specified in this Section.
12 DESCRIPTION OF WORK -
A. The extent of painting work is shown on Drawings, and as herein specified.
B. Examine Specifications for various other trades; become familiar with their provisions
regarding their painting; paint or finish surfaces that are left unfinished by requirement of
other Section.
C. Furnish labor and materials to complete painting work indicated, as specified herein, or both.
D Furnish tools, ladders, scaffolding, and other equipment necessary for work completion.
E. Paint all exposed surfaces whether or not colors are designated in any "schedule," except
where the natural finish of the material is obviously intended and specifically noted as a
surface not to be painted Where items or surfaces are not specifically mentioned, paint these
the same as adjacent similar materials or areas. If color or finish is not designated, the
Engineer will select these from standard colors available for the materials systems as
specified.
1. This work includes the painting and finishing of all interior and exterior exposed
items and surfaces throughout the project, except as herein specified Surface
preparation, priming and coats of paint specified are in addition to shop priming and
surface treatment specified under other sections, except as otherwise specified
Following Specifications cover complete painting, finishing of wood, gypsum board,
plaster, brick, concrete, unfinished metal, piping, valves, and other surfaces
throughout interior, exterior of building, except as otherwise specified.
F. The "paint" as used herein means all coating systems materials, which includes primers,
emulsions, enamels, sealers and fillers, and other applied materials whether used as prime,
intermediate or finish coats
13 PAINTING NOT INCLUDED:
A. The following categories of work are not included as part of the painter applied finish work,
or are included in other sections of these Specifications, unless otherwise shown or specified
SHOP PRIMING:
Unless otherwise specified, shop priming of ferrous metal items is included under the
various sections for structural steel, miscellaneous metal items, hollow metal work
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and similar items. Also, for such fabricated components as architectural woodwork,
wood casework, and shop fabricated or factory built mechanical and electrical
equipment or accessories.
PREFINISHED ITEMS -
Unless otherwise indicated, do not include painting when factory finishing or installer
finishing is specified for such items as (but not limited to) finished mechanical and
electrical equipment including light fixtures, switchgear and distribution cabinets,
elevator frames, doors and equipment
3. CONCEALED SURFACES:
Unless otherwise indicated, painting is not required on wall or ceiling surfaces in
concealed areas and inaccessible areas, such as foundation spaces, furred areas, utility
tunnels, pipe spaces, duct shafts and elevator shafts, as applicable to this project
Paint all piping, equipment and other such items as required.
4. FINISHED METAL SURFACES:
Metal surfaces of anodized aluminum, stainless steel, chromium plate, copper, bronze,
and similar finished materials will not require finish painting, except as otherwise
specified
OPERATING PARTS AND LABELS:
a. Do not paint any moving parts of operating units, mechanical and electrical
parts, such as valve and damper operators, linkages, sinkages, sensing devices,
motor and fan shafts, unless otherwise indicated.
b. Do not paint over any code required labels, such as Underwriter's
Laboratories and Factory Mutual, or any equipment identification,
performance rating, name, or nomenclature plates
1.4 SITE CONDITIONS -
A. The Applicator shall examine all surfaces and parts of the structure to which the painting is to
be applied and notify the Contractor in writing, of any conditions detrimental to the
performance of this work Do not proceed with this work until unsatisfactory conditions have
been corrected and are acceptable to the Applicator
B Starting of painting work will be construed as the Applicator's acceptance of the surfaces
within any particular area
Do not paint over dirt, rust, scale, grease, moisture, scuffed surfaces, or conditions
otherwise detrimental to the formation of a durable paint film.
2 If woodwork, metal, or any other surface to be finished cannot be put in proper
condition, for finishing by customary cleaning, sanding, puttying operations, notify
Engineer in writing; or assume responsibility for and rectify any unsatisfactory finish
resulting.
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3. See also article in this Section, Application Restrictions
1.5 DELIVERY AND STORAGE:
A. Deliver all materials to the job site in original, new and unopened packages and containers
bearing manufacturer's name and label, and application instructions thereon.
B. Store materials used on lob in single place designated by Engineer Keep such storage place
neat, clean; rectify damage thereto or to its surroundings
C. Remove oily rags, waste, etc., from building every night; take precautions to avoid danger of
fire.
A. Protect work of other trades, whether to be painted or not, against damage by the painting
and finishing work Leave all such work undamaged Correct any damages by cleaning,
repairing or replacing, and repainting as directed by the Engineer.
B Provide "Wet Paint" signs as required to protect newly painted finishes. Remove temporary
protective wrappings provided by others for protection of their work after completion of
painting operations.
1.7 COLORS:
All colors to be selected by the Owner.
1.8 SUBMITTALS:
A. MANUFACTURER'S DATA• PAINTING, GENERAL -
1 For information only, submit 2 copies of manufacturer's specifications, including paint
label analysis and application instructions for each material specified. Indicate by
transmittal that a copy of each manufacturer's instructions has been distributed to the
paint applicator.
2. List each material and cross-reference to the specific paint and finish system and
application. Identify by manufacturer's catalog number and general classification.
B. SAMPLES• PAINTING, GENERAL:
1. Submit to the Engineer sufficient color chips for color selection and color schedule
preparation.
2. Submit samples for Engineer's review of color and texture only, if required.
Compliance with all other requirements is the exclusive responsibility of the
contractor Provide a listing of the material and application for each coat of each
finish sample.
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a. On 12" x 12" hardboard, provide 2 samples of each color and material, with
texture to simulate actual conditions. Resubmit each sample as requested
until required sheen, color and texture are achieved
b. On actual wood surfaces, provide 2, 4" x 8" samples of each natural and
stained wood finish as required. Label and identify each as to location and
application.
C. On concrete masonry, provide 2, 4" square samples of masonry for each type
of finish and color, defining filler, prime and finish coats
d On actual wall surfaces and other building components, duplicate painted
finishes of the prepared samples On at least 300 square feet of surface as
directed, provide full coat finish samples until required sheen, color and
texture are obtained; simulate finished lighting conditions for review of in-
place work
PART II - PRODUCTS
21 MATERIALS•
A Materials - As manufactured by Tnemec, or equal, will be acceptable. The Contractor shall
submit a complete list of paints showing proposed substitute for each type of paint scheduled
along with sufficient color chips for color schedule preparation
B Use materials only as specified by manufacturer's direction label on container.
C. Painting materials such as linseed oil, shellac, turpentine, etc., shall be pure, highest quality,
with identifying label on containers
D. Colors - As selected by Engineer. If required, prepare sample panels for finish, color, in
advance, with materials as specified, for approval.
22 MATERIAL QUALITY:
A Provide the best quality grade of the various types of coatings as regularly manufactured by
approved paint materials manufacturers. Materials not displaying the manufacturer's
identification as a standard, best grade product will not be acceptable.
B Provide undercoat paint produced by the same manufacturer as the finish coats. Use only
thinners approved by the paint manufacturer, and use only to recommended limits
C. Provide paints of durable and washable quality. Do not use paint materials which will not
withstand normal washing as required to remove pencil marks, ink, ordinary soil, etc,
without showing discoloration, loss of gloss, staining or other damage
2.3 SEE PART IV - SCHEDULE FOR LIST OF PRODUCTS
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PART III - EXECUTION
3.1 COLORS AND FINISHES:
A. Prior to beginning work, the Engineer will furnish sample color chips for surfaces to be
painted. Match the colors of the chips and submit samples, as specified herein, before
proceeding with the work.
B Final acceptance of colors will be from samples applied on the job.
32 PAINT COORDINATION:
Provide finish coats, which are compatible with the prime paints used Review other sections of these
Specifications in which prime paints are to be provided to ensure compatibility of the total coatings
system for the various substrates Upon requests from other subcontractors, furnish information on
the characteristics of the specified finish materials, to ensure that compatible prime coats are used.
Provide barrier coats over incompatible primers or remove and reprime as required Notify the
Engineer in writing of any anticipated problems using the coating systems as specified with
substrates primed by others
33 SURFACE PREPARATION:
A. Remove all hardware, hardware accessories, machined surfaces, plates, lighting fixtures and
similar items in place and not to be finish painted, or provide surface applied protection prior
to surface preparation and painting operations. Remove, if necessary, for the complete
painting of the items and adjacent surfaces. Following completion of painting of each space or
area, reinstall the removed items by workmen skilled in the trades involved
B. Clean surfaces to be painted before applying paint or surface treatments. Remove oil and
grease with clean cloths and cleaning solvents prior to mechanical cleaning Provide cleaning
solvents of low toxicity and a flash point in excess of 100 degrees F. Program the cleaning and
painting that dust and other contaminants from the cleaning process will not fall in wet, newly
painted surfaces.
C. Determine the alkalinity and moisture content of the surfaces to be painted by performing
appropriate tests. If the surfaces are found to be sufficiently alkaline to cause blistering and
burning of the finish paint, correct this condition by sponging the affected surfaces with a zinc
sulfate solution of 2 lbs. zinc sulfate per gallon of water, or other acceptable method, before
application of paint. Do not paint over surfaces where the moisture content exceeds 8%
unless otherwise permitted in the manufacturer's printed directions
D. Prime, stain, or seal wood required to be job painted immediately upon delivery to job Prime
edges, ends, face, undersides and backsides of such wood, including cabinets, counters, cases,
paneling, etc. When transparent finish is required, use spar varnish for backprimmg
E Backprime paneling on interior partitions only where masonry, plaster, or other wet wall
construction occurs on backside.
F. Seal tops and bottoms of wood doors with a heavy coat of varnish or equivalent sealer
immediately upon delivery to job.
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G. Cut out scratches, cracks, abrasions, in plaster surfaces, openings adjoining trim, as required;
fill with Spackle or equal, flush with adjoining plaster surface; when dry, sand smooth, and
seal before priming coat application.
H. Scrape and clean small, dry, seasoned knots and apply a thin coat of white shellac or other
approved sealer, before application of the priming coat
I. After priming, fill holes and imperfections in finish surfaces with putty or plastic wood filler.
Sandpaper smooth when dried.
Prepare cementitious surfaces of concrete, concrete block, cement plaster and cement
asbestos board to be painted by removing all efflorescence, chalk, dust, dirt, grease, oils and
by roughening as required to remove glaze. Final surface to be smooth with no indentation
greater than 1/32"
K Touch up all shop applied prime coats that have damaged, or bare areas, where required by
other sections of these Specifications. Wire brush, solvent clean, and touch up with the same
primer as the shop coat.
L Clean non -galvanized, ferrous surfaces that have not been shop coated of all oil, grease, dirt,
loose mill scale and other foreign substances by solvent or mechanical cleaning, complying
with SSPC recommendations
1. Wash metal surfaces with mineral spirits to remove any dirt, grease, before applying
materials Where rust or scale is present, use wire brush, or sandpaper clean before
painting. Clean shop coats of paint that become marred, touch up with specified
primer
2. Treat galvanized metal surfaces chemically with compound designed for this purpose
(Lithofoam, Stibloy, Solfo Metallic Coating, etc.) as per manufacturer's directions for
use before applying first coat of paint Surfaces treated with "Rust-Oleum"
Galvmoleum do not need treating
3.4 APPLICATION -
A. Workmanship; very best; spread materials evenly, flow on smoothly without runs, sags
Employ skilled mechanics.
B. Protect work at all times; protect adjacent work by suitable covering or other method during
work progress
C Apply paint by brush, roller or spray in accordance with the manufacturer's directions Use
brushes best suited for the type of material being applied. Use rollers of carpet, velvet back, of
high pile sheep's wool as recommended by the paint manufacturer for material and texture
required Spray paint uniformly with suitable equipment
D Use mechanical methods for paint application only when permitted by governing ordinances
and trade union regulations. If permitted, limit to only those surfaces impracticable for brush
applications.
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1. Limit roller applications (generally) to interior wall and ceiling finishes for second and
third coats Apply each roller coat to provide the equivalent hiding as brush applied
coats
2. Confine spray application (generally) to metal framework, siding, decking, wire mesh
and similar surfaces where hand brushwork would be inferior
3. Wherever spray application is used, apply each coat to provide the equivalent hiding
of brush -applied coats. Do not double back with spray equipment for the purpose of
building up film thickness of 2 coats in one pass.
E The number of coats and paint film thickness required is the same regardless of the
application method Do not apply succeeding coats until the previous coat has completely
dried. Sand between coat applications with fine sandpaper, or rub surfaces with pumice stone
where required to produce an even, smooth surface in accordance with the coating
manufacturer's directions.
F. See that coats are thoroughly dry before applying succeeding coats.
G. Work where coat of materials has been applied shall be inspected and approved by Engineer
before application of succeeding specified coat, otherwise no credit for coat applied will be
given; Contractor automatically assumes responsibility to recoat work in question. Notify
Engineer when particular coat applied is completed, ready for inspection. If certain colors will
not cover in specified coats, apply additional coats as required to give proper finish
H Back prime interior trim before installation, with interior trim primer Back prime exterior
trim before installation with House Paint Exterior Primer.
Apply additional coats when undercoats, stains or other conditions show through the final
coat of paint, until the paint film is of uniform finish, color and appearance
Paint all exposed surfaces. "Exposed Surfaces" shall mean areas visible when permanent or
built-in fixtures, convector covers, covers for finned tube radiation, grilles, etc., are in place in
areas scheduled to be painted
K. Paint surfaces behind movable equipment and furniture the same as similar exposed surfaces
Paint surfaces behind permanently fixed equipment or furniture with prime coat only.
L. Paint interior surfaces of ducts, where visible through registers or grilles, with a flat, non -
specular black paint
M. Paint the backsides of access panels, removable or hinged covers to match the exposed
surfaces.
N. Finish exterior doors on tops, bottoms, and side edges the same as the exterior faces, unless
otherwise indicated.
0. Prime coated butts shall be painted same color as frame to which they are attached.
P. Finish door tops, bottoms, edges, same as balance of doors after they are fitted.
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Q. Finish closets, interiors same as adjoining rooms, unless otherwise specified Finish other
surfaces same as nearest or adjoining surfaces, unless otherwise required
R. Sand lightly between each succeeding enamel or varnish coat.
Sand smoothly woodwork to be finished with enamel or varnish; clean surface before
proceeding with first coat application Use fine sandpaper between coats on enamel or
varnish finish applied to wood or metal to produce even smooth surface.
T Paint structural steel or other metal parts where shown to be built into and concealed by
masonry construction, same as herein specified for exposed parts. Coordinate the work so
that all finish painting of concealed areas is completed before the masonry work commences
Do not finish paint -exposed portions until after completion of masonry work.
U. Omit the first coat (primer) on metal surfaces, which have been shop, primed and touch-up
painted, unless otherwise specified.
3.5 APPLICATION RESTRICTIONS:
A Do not apply water base paints when the temperature of surfaces to be painted and the
surrounding air temperatures are below 50 degrees F unless otherwise permitted by the
paint manufacturer's printed instructions.
B Do not apply solvent thinned paints when the temperature of surfaces to be painted and the
surrounding air temperatures are below 45 degrees F., unless otherwise permitted by the
paint manufacturer's printed instructions.
C Do not apply paint in snow, rain, fog or mist; or when the relative humidity exceeds 85%; or to
damp or wet surfaces; unless otherwise permitted by the paint manufacturer's printed
instructions Painting may be continued during inclement weather only if the areas and
surfaces to be painted are enclosed and heated within the temperature limits specified by the
paint manufacturer during application and drying periods
3.6 MINIMUM COATING THICKNESS:
A Apply each material at not less than the manufacturer's recommended spreading rate, to
provide a total dry film thickness of not less than 5.0 mils for the entire coating system of
prime and finish coats for 3 -coat work
B. PRIME COATS:
1. Before application of finish coats, apply a prime coat to material, which is required to
be painted or finished, and which has not been prime coated by others.
2. Recoat primed and sealed walls and ceilings where there is evidence of suction spots
or unsealed areas in first coat, to assure a finish coat with no burn through or other
defects due to insufficient sealing.
C PIGMENTED (OPAQUE) FINISHES -
Completely cover to provide an opaque, smooth surface of uniform finish, color, appearance,
and coverage.
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D. TRANSPARENT (CLEAR) FINISHES:
1. On exposed portions, use multiple coats to produce glass smooth surface film
continuity of even luster. Provide a finish free of laps, cloudiness, color irregularity,
runs, brush marks, orange peel, nail holes, or surface imperfections.
2 Provide satin finish for final coats, unless otherwise indicated.
37 BRUSH APPLICATION:
A. Brush out and work all brush coats onto the surfaces in an even film Cloudiness, spotting,
holidays, laps, brush marks, runs, sags, ropiness, or other surface imperfections will not be
acceptable. Neatly draw all glass lines
B. Brush apply all primer or first coats, unless otherwise permitted to use mechanical
applicators.
38 COMPLETED WORK:
Match approved samples for color, texture and coverage Remove, refinish, or repaint work not in
compliance with specified requirements Upon completion of work remove paint, varnish spots from
floors, glass, other surfaces; remove from premises rubbish, accumulated materials of whatever
nature not caused by other trades; leave work clean, orderly acceptable condition.
PART IV - PAINT SCHEDULE
4.1 SCHEDULE: The Owner has final approval on all finishes used.
EXPOSED STEEL (INTERIOR)
(1) COAT GLID-GUARD PRIMER NO. 520S, OR EQUAL
(2) COATS GLID-GUARD FINISH NO. 4550 OR EQUAL
EXPOSED STEEL (EXTERIOR)
(1) COAT GLID-GUARD FINISH NO 4570 OR EQUAL
(2) COATS GLID-GUARD FINISH NO. 4550 OR EQUAL.
DUCTILE IRON PIPE, STEEL PIPE AND VALVES (INTERIOR)
(1) COAT GLID-GUARD FINISH NO 4570 OR EQUAL.
(2) COATS GLID-GUARD FINISH NO. 4550 OR EQUAL
GALVANIZED IRON
1) COAT GLID-GUARD FINISH NO.5229. GALVANIZED IRON PRIMER OR EQUAL..
(2) COATS GLID-GUARD FINISH NO.4550. ALKYD INDUSTRIAL ENAMEL OR EQUAL.
PAINT MANUFACTURER'S•
SHERWIN WILLAMS. GLIDDEN AND DEVOE OR APPROVED EQUAL MAY BE SUBMITTED.
END OF SECTION
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Bid Form
Project Identification: Sludge Dewatering Facility
West Jefferson, North Carolina
Contract Identification and Number: DIVISION A-1 GENERAL CONSTRUCTION
TABLE OF ARTICLES
Page
Article 1 - Bid Recipient
1
Article 2 - Bidder's Acknowledgments
1
Article 3 - Bidder's Representations
2
Article 4 - Further Representations
3
Article 5 - Basis of Bid
4
Article 6 - Time of Completion
9
Article 7 - Attachments to Bid
10
Article 8 - Defined Terms
11
Article 9 - Bid Submittal
11
Article 10 — Minority Business Participation Requirements
13
Article 11 — E -Verify Certification
13
Article 12 — Iran Divestment Act Certification
13
Article 13 — Davis -Bacon Act Wage Rates
13
ARTICLE 1- BID RECIPIENT
1.01 This Bid Is Submitted To: Mayor and Board of Aldermen, Town of West Jefferson, 01
South Jefferson Avenue, West Jefferson, North Carolina 28694
1.02 The undersigned Bidder proposes and agrees, if this Bid is accepted, to enter into an
Agreement with Owner in the form included in the Bidding Documents to perform all
Work as specified or indicated in the Bidding Documents for the prices and within the
times indicated in the Bid and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the
Bidding Documents.
ARTICLE 2 - BIDDER'S ACKNOWLEDGMENTS
2.01 Bidder accepts all of the terms and conditions of the Advertisement and Instructions to
Bidders, including without limitations those dealing with the dispositions of Bid security.
The Bid will remain subject to acceptance for 60 days after the Bid opening, or for such
longer period of time that Bidder may agree to in writing upon request of Owner.
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ARTICLE 3 - BIDDER'S REPRESENTATIONS
3.01 In submitting this Bid, Bidder represents that:
A. Bidder has examined and carefully studied the Bidding Documents, the other related
data identified in the Bidding Documents, and the following Addenda, receipt of which
is hereby acknowledged.
Addendum No. Addendum Date
B. Bidder has visited the Site and become familiar with and is satisfied as to the general,
local, and Site conditions that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the Work.
C. Bidder is familiar with and is satisfied as to all Federal, State, and local Laws and
Regulations that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the Work.
D. Bidder has carefully studied all: (1) reports of explorations and tests of subsurface
conditions at or contiguous to the Site and all drawings of physical conditions in or
relating to existing surface or subsurface structures at or contiguous to the Site (except
Underground Facilities) which have been identified in SC -4.02, and (2) reports and
drawings of a Hazard Environmental Condition, if any, which has been identified in
SC -4.06.
E. Bidder has obtained and carefully studied (or accepts the consequences for not doing
so) all additional or supplementary examinations, investigations, explorations, tests,
studies, and data concerning conditions (surface, subsurface and Underground
Facilities) at or contiguous to the Site which may affect cost, progress, or performance
of the Work or which relate to any aspect of the means, methods, techniques,
sequences, and procedures of construction to be employed by the Bidder, including
applying the specific means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures of
construction expressly required by the Bidding Documents to be employed by Bidder,
and safety precautions and programs incident thereto.
F. Bidder does not consider that any further examinations, investigations, explorations,
tests, studies, or data are necessary for the determination of this Bid for performance of
the Work at the price(s) bid and within the times and in accordance with the other terms
and conditions of the Bidding Documents.
G. Bidder is aware of the general nature of the Work to be performed by Owner and others
at the Site that relates to the Work as indicated in the Bidding Documents.
H. Bidder has correlated the information known to Bidder, information and observations
obtained from visits to the Site, reports and drawings identified in the Bidding
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Documents, and all additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies,
and data with the Bidding Documents.
I. Bidder has given Engineer written notice of all conflicts, errors, ambiguities, or
discrepancies that Bidder has discovered in the Bidding Documents, and the written
resolution thereof by Engineer is acceptable to Bidder.
J. The Bidding Documents are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding
of all terms and conditions for the performance of the Work for which this Bid is
submitted.
K. Bidder will submit written evidence of its authority to do business in the State where
the Project is located not later than the date of its execution of the Agreement.
ARTICLE 4 - FURTHER REPRESENTATIONS
4.01 Bidder further represents that:
A. This Bid is genuine and not made in the interest of or on the behalf of any undisclosed
individual or entity and is not submitted in conformity with any agreement or rules of
any group, association, organization, or corporation;
B. Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to submit a
false or sham Bid;
C. Bidder has not solicited or induced any individual or entity to refrain from bidding; and
D. Bidder has not sought by collusion to obtain for itself any advantage over any other
Bidder or over Owner.
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ARTICLE 5 - BASIS OF BID
5.01 The Bidder proposes and agrees if this proposal is accepted to Contract with the Town of West Jefferson in the form of Contract
specified below, to furnish all necessary materials, equipment, machinery, tools, apparatus, means of transportation, supplies, labor, etc.,
necessary to complete the construction of: Sludge Dewatering Building, Belt Press And Augers in full in complete accordance with the
plans, specifications, and Contract Documents, to the full and entire satisfaction of the Town of West Jefferson, North Carolina and their
representatives with a definite understanding that no money will be allowed for extra work except as set forth in the General Conditions and
the Contract Documents.
5.02 Bidder shall complete the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents for the following price(s):
Bid Item
No.
Description
Quantity
Unit
Price Bid
per Unit
Total Price Bid
1
Mobilization
Mobilization/Demobilization, Bonds, Insurance.
Lump Sum
Lump Sum
$
$
Limited to 2% of the total price bid for Item No. 2.
2
1 Dewatering Building, Belt Press, Sludge Pum
Price, lump Sum, for furnishing and installing all
Lump Sum
Lump Sum
$
$
work associated with the sludge dewatering facility,
including, earth work, precast concrete building, belt
press, yard piping, sludge pump, all electrical and
lighting (interior and exterior) including electrical for
sludge pump, three (3) control wires and conduits for
sludge pump, the building concrete slab, the auger
concrete slab, paving, fence, sludge basin hole cores,
and all else, complete in every respect, tested,
accepted by Owner and put into full operation, all in
accordance with these Specifications, the Contract
Drawings and the Engineer's requirements under
them. This lump sum does NOT include any augers,
does NOT include any bollards, does NOT include
the electrical for augers, and does NOT include the
canopy. These items are bid separately below.
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Bid Item
Description
Quantity
Unit
Price Bid
Total Price Bid
No.
per Unit
3
Base Bid Auger
Price, lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials,
Lump Sum
Lump Sum
$
$
tools, equipment and all else, and installing the Base
Bid Auger, including the associated bollards, the base
bid auger controls contained in the belt press control
panel, electrical for the base bid auger, including heat
tape, complete in every respect, tested, accepted by
Owner and put into full operation, all in accordance
with these Specifications, the Contract Drawings and
the Engineer's requirements under them.
4
Alternate Bid Augers
Price, lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials,
Lump Sum
Lump Sum
$
$
tools, equipment and all else and installing the four (4)
Alternate Bid Augers, including the associated
bollards, the Auger #1 controls contained in the belt
press control panel, electrical wiring and controls for
all four (4) auger, including heat tape, complete in
every respect, tested, accepted by Owner and put into
full operation, all in accordance with these
Specifications, the Contract Drawings and the
Engineer's requirements under them.
5
Canopy
Price, lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials,
Lump Sum
Lump Sum
$
$
tools, equipment and all else and installing the canopy
where shown on the Contract Drawings, including all
concrete (except slab which is included in Item 1
above), steel, roof deck and all else, complete in every
respect, tested, accepted by Owner and put into full
operation, all in accordance with these Specifications,
the Contract Drawings and the Engineer's
requirements under them.
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Bid Item
No.
Description
Quantity
Unit
Price Bid
per Unit
Total Price Bid
6
Extra #57 Stone Stabilization, When Ordered
20
Tons, More
or Less
$
$
7
Select Fill, When Ordered
100
CY, More
or Less
$
$
8
Seeding and Mulching
100
SY, More
or Less
$
$
9
Rock Removal, If Needed
100
CY, More
or Less
$
$
10
Extra Concrete, When Ordered
100
CY, More
or Less
$
$
11
Extra Reinforcing Steel, When Ordered
1,000
LB, More
or Less
$
$
12
USDA Project Construction Sign
1
Lump Sum
$
$
13
Metal Building Alternative, See information below
Add/Deduct
Lump Sum
$
$
TOTAL PRICE FOR BID ITEMS 1, 29 39 5, 69 79 8, 9910911 AND 12:
$
TOTAL PRICE FOR BID ITEMS 1, 29 49 59 69 79 89 99 10,11 AND 12:
$
TOTAL PRICE FOR BID ITEMS 1, 29 39 59 69 79 89 99 10,119 12 AND 13:
$
TOTAL PRICE FOR BID ITEMS 1, 29 49 59 69 79 89 99109119 12 AND 13:
$
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5.03 Measurements and Payments
Unit prices quoted and accepted shall apply throughout the life of the Contract, except as otherwise
specifically noted. Unit prices shall be applied, as appropriate, to compute the total value of changes in
the scope of the work all in accordance with the Contract Documents. Bidder acknowledges that
quantities are approximate only and are given as the basis for comparison of Bids. The Owner may
increase or decrease the quantity of any item or portion of the work as may be deemed necessary or
expedient. An increase or decrease in the quantity of any item will not be regarded as sufficient ground
for an increase or decrease in the bid prices, nor in the time allowed for the completion of the work,
except as provided for in the General Conditions. A description of the work entailed for each bid item is
provide below.
ITEM 1- MOBILIZATION/DEMOBILIZATION, BONDS, INSURANCE
Price, lump sum, for mobilizing equipment, materials and workers to the job site, demobilizing upon
completion of the project, provision of Payment Bond, Performance Bond and insurance for the project.
Price is limited to 2% of the total Bid Price for Bid Item No. 2.
ITEM 2 - BUILDING, BELT PRESS, SLUDGE PUMP:
Price, lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and all else required for and
constructing the sludge dewatering facility, including the precast concrete building, belt press, yard
piping, sludge pump, all electrical and lighting (interior and exterior) including electrical for sludge
pump, three (3) control wires and conduit for sludge pump, hot box for the sludge pump, the building
concrete slab, the auger concrete slab, paving, fence, sludge basin hole cores, and all else, complete in
every respect, tested, accepted by Owner and put into full operation, all in accordance with these
Specifications, the Contract Drawings and the Engineer's requirements under them. This lump sum
does NOT include any augers, does NOT include any bollards, does NOT include the electrical for
augers, and does NOT include the canopy. These items are bid separately.
ITEM 3 — BASE BID AUGERS:
Price, lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and all else for, and installing the Base
Bid Auger, including the associated bollards, the base bid auger controls contained in the belt press control
panel, electrical for the base bid auger, including heat tape, complete in every respect, tested, accepted by
Owner and put into full operation, all in accordance with these Specifications, the Contract Drawings
and the Engineer's requirements under them.
ITEM 4 — ALTERNATE BID AUGERS:
Price, lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment and all else and installing the four (4)
Alternate Bid Augers, including the associated bollards, the Auger #1 controls contained in the belt press
control panel, electrical wiring and controls for all four (4) auger, including heat tape, complete in every
respect, tested, accepted by Owner and put into full operation, all in accordance with these
Specifications, the Contract Drawings and the Engineer's requirements under them.
ITEM 5 - CANOPY:
Prices, or lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials, including stone, tools, equipment and all else
required for and installing the canopy conforming to these Specifications, including excavation, backfilling,
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compaction, landscaping, cleaning up, etc., complete and placed into satisfactory operation in accordance
with the Contract Drawings, these Specifications and the Engineers' requirements under them.
ITEM 6 — EXTRA STONE STABILIZATION:
Price, unit, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, including purchase, excavation, hauling, and
all else required for and placing extra bedding material consisting of No. 67 stone, when ordered, all in
accordance with the Contract Drawings, these Specifications and the Engineers' requirements under them,
to be used only at the direction of the Engineers. eers. Bedding material below sewer pipe and up to the spring
line of the pipe is included with the pipe price. Extra stone bedding material may also be ordered by the
Engineer when unstable soil or rock is encountered at the bottom of the trench.
ITEM 7 — SELECT FILL:
Price, unit, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, including purchase, excavation, hauling, and
all else required for and placing Select Fill material, when ordered, all in accordance with the Contract
Drawings, these Specifications and the Engineers' requirements under them, to be used only at the direction
of the Engineers.
eers.
ITEM 8 — SEEDING AND MULCHING:
Price, unit, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, including purchase, delivery, spreading,
raking, and all else required for and placing grass seed and straw mulch material, all in accordance with the
Contract Drawings, these Specifications and the Engineers' requirements under them.
ITEM 9 - ROCK REMOVAL:
Price, unit, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, blasting, pre -blast and post -blast
inspections, notifications to property owner, removal and disposal of rock, and all else required for and
placing grass seed and straw mulch material, all in accordance with the Contract Drawings, these
Specifications and the Engineers' requirements under them.
ITEM 10 - EXTRA CONCRETE
Price, unit, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, including purchase, excavation, hauling, and
all else required for and placing additional 4,000 psi concrete, when ordered, all in accordance with the
Contract Drawings, these Specifications and the Engineers' requirements under them, to be used only at th
direction of the Engineers.
eers.
ITEM 11- EXTRA REINFORCING STEEL
Price, unit, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment, including purchase, tying, and all else
required for and placing additional reinforcing steel, when ordered, all in accordance with the Contract
Drawings, these Specifications and the Engineers' requirements under them, to be used only at the direction
of the Engineers.
eers.
ITEM 12 - USDA CONSTRUCTION SIGN:
Price, lump sum, for furnishing all labor, materials, tools, equipment for building, erecting and removing
USDA Construction Sign per the detail contained in the Contract Documents.
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ITEM 13 — METAL BUILDING ADDER/DEDUCT
The Owner may be interested in considering a metal building, with interior insulation and same interior
dimensions, in lieu of the precast concrete building. If a contractor is interested in providing pricing for the
metal building, it shall be noted as an Adder or Deduct to the precast concrete building in Bid Item 13. If
providing pricing for the metal building, circle the word Adder or Deduct in the Bid Item line and enter the
appropriate pricing.
It is understood that the structural concrete footers and floor will be different for the metal building than
what has been designed for the precast concrete building. Therefore, all pricing for the metal building,
either an Adder or Deduct, shall contain the cost of the designs for the metal building, new footers,
foundation and concrete floor, said design prepared by a licensed North Carolina Structural Professional
Engineer. These design drawings and specifications shall be submitted with the metal building shop
drawings for review and approval by Municipal Engineering Services Co., PA. Be advised that the
building, footers, foundation designs must take into consideration the seismic, weather, wind and other
conditions found in West Jefferson. No subsurface explorations were prepared for this project.
It is not mandatory that pricing for the metal building alternative be provided.
5.04 Bidder acknowledges the following:
A. Unit Prices and Lump Sum have been computed in accordance with paragraph 11.03.B of the
General Conditions. Unit Prices and Lump Sum include furnishing of all materials, tools,
equipment, labor and all else required for and installing/constructing the listed bid items.
B. Bidder acknowledges that estimated quantities are not guaranteed and are solely for the
purpose of comparison of Bids, and final payment for all Unit Price Bid items will be based on
actual quantities provided, determined as provided in the Contract Documents.
C. The Owner intends to award a contract to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder based upon
the total project cost, for the pertinent Bid Items it selects, as noted in the Bid Form Lines
"TOTAL PRICE FOR BID ITEMS...".
D. The Owner reserves the right to reduce the quantities in the Base Bid, up to 25%, if required to
bring the project into the funding budget limit, with no changes in unit prices.
ARTICLE 6 - TIME OF COMPLETION
6.01 The bidder agrees that the Work for the project shall be substantially completed 270 consecutive
calendar days after the date when the Contract Time commences to run as provided in Paragraph
2.03 of the General Conditions, and completed and ready for final payment in accordance with
Paragraph 14.07 of the General Conditions within 300 consecutive calendar days after the date
when the Contract Time commences to run.
6.02 Bidder accepts the provisions of the Agreement as to liquidated damages.
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ARTICLE 7 - ATTACHMENTS TO THIS BID
7.01 The following documents are attached to and made a condition of the Bid:
A. Required Bid Secunty in the form of a 5% Bid Bond (EJCDC No. C-430) or Certified Check
(circle type of security provided);
B. List of Proposed Subcontractors as follows:*
SUBCONTRACTOR SERVICE
*ATTACH AN ADDITIONAL PAGE, IF NECESSARY
C. List of Proposed Suppliers as follows:*
EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS MANUFACTURER
Precast Concrete Building
Belt Press
Base Bid Auger
Alternate Bid Augers
Sludge Pump
Pre -Engineered Metal Building (If Bid)
*Attach an additional page, if necessary
D. List of Project References as follows:*
(MINIMUM OF THREE (3) REQUIRED (WITH CONTACT INFORMATION)
*ATTACH ADDITIONAL PAGE, IF NECESSARY
E. Evidence of authority to do business in the state or jurisdiction of the Project; or a written
covenant to obtain such license within the time frame for acceptance of Bids;
F. North Carolina Contractor's License No.:
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G. Required Bidder Qualification Statement with supporting data.
H. If Bid amount exceeds $10,000, signed Compliance Statement (RD 400-6). Refer to specific
equal opportunity requirements set forth in the supplemental General Conditions. RD 400-6
contained in this set of Specifications.
I. If Bid amount exceeds $25,000, signed Certification Regarding Debarment, suspension,
Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion — Lower Tier Covered Transactions (AD -1048). Form
AD -1048 contained in this set of Specifications.
J. If Bid amount exceeds $100,000, signed RD Instruction 1940-Q, Exhibit A-1, Certification for
Contracts, Grants and Loans. RD 1940-Q is contained in this set of Specifications.
ARTICLE 8 - DEFINED TERMS
8.01 The terms used in this Bid with the initial capital letters have the meanings indicated in the
Instructions to Bidders, the General Conditions, and the Supplementary Conditions.
ARTICLE 9 - BID SUBMITTAL
9.01 This Bid is submitted by:
If Bidder is:
An Individual
Name (typed or printed):
(Individual's signature)
Doing business as:
A Partnership
Partnership Name:
(Signature of general partner -- attach evidence of authority to sign)
Name (typed or printed):
A Corporation
Corporation Name:
State or Jurisdiction of Incorporation:
Type (General Business, Profession, Service, Limited Liability):
(Signature -- attach evidence of authority to sign)
SEAL,
if required
by State
SEAL,
if required
by State
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Name (typed or printed):
Title:
Attest
CORPORATE
SEAL,
(Signature of Corporate Secretary)
Date of Qualification to do business in [State or other jurisdiction where Project is
located] is _/_/
A Joint Venture
Name of Joint Venture:
First Joint Venture Name:
By:
(Signature of joint venture partner -- attach evidence of authority to sign)
Name (typed or printed):
Title:
Second Joint Venture Name:
By:
(Signature of joint venture partner -- attach evidence of authority to sign)
Name (typed or printed):
Title:
SEAL,
if required
by State
SEAL,
if required
by State
(Each joint venturer must sign. The manner of signing for each individual, partnership, and
corporation that is party to the venture should be in the manner indicated above.)
9.02 — Bidder Information (All Bidders Shall Complete This Information)
Bidder's Business address:
Business Phone No.
Business FAX No.
Business E -Mail Address
North Carolina Contractor License No.
Bidder's Federal Tax ID No.
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Bidder's State Tax ID No.
Phone and FAX Numbers, and Address for receipt of official communications, if different from
Business contact information:
9.03 Bid submitted on
2017.
ARTICLE 10 — MINORITY BUSINESS PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS
Provide with the bid - Under GS 143-128.2(c) the undersigned bidder shall identify on its bid the minority
businesses that it will use on the project and the total dollar value of the bid that will be performed by the
minority businesses and list the good faith efforts (Affidavit A) made to solicit participation
Note: A contractor that performs all of the work with its own workforce may submit an Affidavit B to
that effect in lieu of the Affidavit A required above.
After the bid openinma - The Owner will consider all bids and alternates and determine the lowest
responsible, responsive bidder. Upon notification of being the apparent low bidder, the bidder shall then
file within 72 hours of the notification of being the apparent lowest bidder, the following:
An Affidavit C that includes a description of the portion of work to be executed by minority businesses,
expressed as a percentage of the total contract price, which is equal to or more than the 10% goal
established. This affidavit shall give rise to the presumption that the bidder has made the required good
faith effort;
Or
Affidavit D of its good faith effort to meet the goal. The document must include evidence of all good faith
efforts that were implemented, including any advertisements, solicitations and other specific actions
demonstrating recruitment and selection of minority businesses for participation in the contract.
Note: Bidders must submit with their bid the Identification of Minority Business Participation list
and Afji'davit A or Affidavit B as applicable. Failure to file a required affidavit or documentation
with the bid or after being notified apparent low bidder may be grounds for rejection of the bid.
Affidavits C and D are included in these Bid Documents for review by the bidders.
ARTICLE 11— E -VERIFY CERTIFICATION
E -Verify Certification. The Bidder must complete the E -Verify Certification form provided at the
end of the Bid Form Section, Page 17.
ARTICLE 12 — IRAN DIVESTMENT ACT CERTIFICATION
The Bidder must complete the Iran Divestment Act Certification form provided at the end of the Bid Form
Section, Page 18.
ARTICLE 13 — DAVIS-BACON ACT WAGE RATES
The Bidder is advised that the Davis -Bacon Act Wage Rates apply to this project. The specific wage
rates for this project are contained in the Project Manual.
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Identification of Minority Business Participation
(Name of Bidder)
do hereby certify that on this project, we will use the following minority business enterprises as construction subcontractors,
vendors, suppliers or providers of professional services
I= Name, Address and Phone # Work type *Minority Category
*Minority categories Black, African American (B), Hispanic (H), Asian American (A) American Indian (I),
Female (F) Socially and Economically Disadvantaged (D)
The total value of minority business contracting will be ($)
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State of North Carolina AFFIDAVIT A- Listing of Good Faith Efforts
County of
Affidavit
(Name of Bidder)
I have made a good faith effort to comply under the following areas checked
Bidders must earn at least 50 points from the good faith efforts listed for their bid to be considered
responsive. (1 NC Administrative Code 30 I 0101)
1— (10 pts) Contacted minority businesses that reasonably could have been expected to submit a quote and that were
known to the contractor, or available on State or local government maintained lists, at least 10 days before the bid date
and notified them of the nature and scope of the work to be performed.
2 --(10 pts) Made the construction plans, specifications and requirements available for review by prospective minority
businesses, or providing these documents to them at least 10 days before the bids are due
3 — (15 pts) Broken down or combined elements of work into economically feasible units to facilitate minority
participation.
4 — (10 pts) Worked with minority trade, community, or contractor organizations identified by the Office of Historically
Underutilized Businesses and included in the bid documents that provide assistance in recruitment of minority
businesses
LJ 5 — (10 pts) Attended prebid meetings scheduled by the public owner
6 — (20 pts) Provided assistance in getting required bonding or insurance or provided alternatives to bonding or insurance
for subcontractors
7 — (15 pts) Negotiated in good faith with interested minority businesses and did not reject them as unqualified without
sound reasons based on their capabilities Any rejection of a minority business based on lack of qualification should
have the reasons documented in writing
LJ 8 — (25 pts) Provided assistance to an otherwise qualified minority business in need of equipment, loan capital, Imes of
credit, or joint pay agreements to secure loans, supplies, or letters of credit, including waiving credit that is ordinarily
required Assisted minority businesses in obtaining the same unit pricing with the bidder's suppliers in order to help
minority businesses in establishing credit
9 — (20 pts) Negotiated jomt venture and partnership arrangements with minority businesses in order to increase
opportunities for minority business participation on a public construction or repair project when possible
10 - (20 pts) Provided quick pay agreements and policies to enable minority contractors and suppliers to meet cash-flow
demands
The undersigned, if apparent low bidder, will enter into a formal agreement with the firms listed in the Identification of
Minority Business Participation schedule conditional upon scope of contract to be executed with the Owner Substitution of
contractors must be in accordance with GS 143-128 2(d) Failure to abide by this statutory provision will constitute a breach of
the contract
The undersigned hereby certifies that he or she has read the terms of the minority business commitment and is authorized to
bind the bidder to the commitment herein set forth
Date: Name of Authorized Officer:
Signature:
Title:
S
, County of
Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of 20
Notary Public
My commission expires
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State of North Carolina --AFFIDAVIT B-- Intent to Perform
Contract with Own Workforce.
County of _
Affidavit of
(Name of Bidder)
I hereby certify that it is our intent to perform 100% of the work required for the West Jefferson Sludge
Dewatering_Facility contract
In making this certification, the Bidder states that the Bidder does not customarily subcontract elements of this type
project, and normally performs and has the capability to perform and will perform all elements of the work on this
project with his/her own current work forces; and
The Bidder agrees to provide any additional information or documentation requested by the owner in support of the
above statement
The undersigned hereby certifies that he or she has read this certification and is authorized to bind the Bidder to the
commitments herein contained.
Date: Name of Authorized Officer:
Signature:
Title
SSEAL
State of , County of
Subscribed and sworn to before me this day of 20®
Notary Public
My commission
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STATE OF NORTH CAROLINA AFFIDAVIT
COUNTY OF ASHE E -VERIFY COMPLIANCE
1 North Carolina General Statute 160A-20 1(a) authorizes counties, cities and towns to contract with a private entity to cant' out any
public purpose that the county, city or town is authorized to engage in by law, and
2 North Carolina General Statute 160A-20 1(b) prohibits counties, cities and towns from entering into a contract with a private entity
unless said entity and its subcontractors comply with the requirements of Article 2 of Chapter 64-26(a) of the General Statutes which
requires an employer that transacts business in the State of North Carolina and employs 25 or more employees in the State of North
Carolina to verify the work authorization of its employees through the Federal E-Venfy program operated by the United States
Department of Homeland Security and other federal agencies, or any successor or equivalent program used to verify the work
authorization of newly hired employees
3 In accordance with North Carolina General Statute 160A-20 1(b) and as a condition of bidding on potential contracts, the Town of
West Jefferson, North Carolina, requires contractors to comply with the E-Venfy requirements in Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the North
Carolina General Statutes as evidenced by submission of this Affidavit
4 Therefore, I, , have submitted a bid for contract or desire to enter into a contract with the
Town of West Jefferson, as part of my duties and responsibilities pursuant to said bid and or contract, I attest that I am aware of and in
compliance with the requirements of E-Venfy, Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the North Carolina General Statutes, to include (mark which
applies)
After hiring an employee to work in the United States I verify the work authorization of said employee through E-
Venfy and retain the record of the verification of work authorization while the employee is employed and for one year thereafter,
or
I employ less than twenty-five (25) employees in the State of North Carolina
5 As part of my duties and responsibilities pursuant to said bid and/or contract, I attest that to the best of my knowledge any
subcontractors employed as a part of this bid and/or contract are in compliance with the requirements of E -Verify, Article 2 of Chapter
64 of the North Carolina General Statutes, to include (mark which one applies)
After hiring an employee to work in the United States the subcontractor verifies the work authorization of said
employee through E-Venfy and retain the record of the verification of work authorization while the employee is employed and
for one year thereafter, or
Employ less than twenty-five (25) employees in the State of North Carolina
Specify subcontractor
This the day of
Signature of Affiant
Print or Type Name
Title
Company or Contractor's Name
NOTARY
20
Sworn to and subscribed before me, this the day of
[OFFICIAL SEAL]
My Commission Expires Printed Name
Signature
20
RFP Number (if applicable) Sludge Dewatering Facility
Town of West Jefferson, North Carolina
Name of Vendor or Bidder
Notary Public
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IRAN DIVESTMENT ACT CERTIFICATION
REQUIRED BY N.C.G.S. 143C -6A -5(a)
As of the date listed below, the entity listed above is not listed on the Final Divestment List created by the
State Treasurer pursuant to N C G S 143-6A-4.
The undersigned hereby certifies that he or she is authorized by the entity listed above to make the
foregoing statement
Signature
Printed Name
Notes to persons signing this form:
Date
Title
N.C.G S 143C -6A -5(a) requires this certification for bids or contracts with the State of North
Carolina, a North Carolina local government, or any other political subdivision of the State of
North Carolina. The certification is required at the following times
❑ When a bid is submitted
❑ When a contract is entered into (if the certification was not already made when the vendor
made its bid)
❑ When a contract is renewed or assigned
N.C.G.S 143C -6A -5(b) requires that contractors with the State, a North Carolina local
government, or any other political subdivision of the State of North Carolina must not utilize any
subcontractor found on the State Treasurer's Final Divestment List.
The State Treasurer's Final Divestment List can be found on the State Treasurer's
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Town of West Jefferson
Waste Water Treatment Plant
Sludge Management Plan
Sludge Storage Capacity
One rectangle digester ................. ...... 190,000 Gallons
Two rectangle digesters ............................ .......... 60,000 Gallons
Total sludge storage capacity ........ ................. .......... 250,000 Gallons
Sludge Transfer
Wasting is accomplished by diverting return activated sludge, through valves, into the large
digester. When the digester is full, air is turned off to allow the solids to settle Once settled, a
four inch gas powered pump is used to decant supernatant. The supernatant collects in the former
chlorine contact chamber and gradually feeds back to the headworks by gravity. Once thickened,
the sludge is transferred to the two smaller digesters, where it can be decanted again by turning
off the air. These two smaller digesters are also used to load the trucks, via a three inch pump, for
land application. This plan allows for an approximate two percent solids value, which results in a
maximum detention time. After the addition of a belt press, the sludge will also be pumped from
these two digesters, via a new variable speed pump, to the new belt press building. This pressed
sludge will be conveyed into a covered dumpster, to be hauled to the local landfill. This new
addition will allow for an approximate fifteen percent solids sludge
Class B Sludge
Permit WQ0003992 regulates Class B liquid sludge disposal. West Jefferson has 52.51 acres
permitted for liquid sludge disposal. The facility uses two tanker trucks fitted with 1800 gallon
tanks One truck uses a pneumatic valve, which opens at the rear of the truck. The opening is
fitted with a splash pan to distribute the liquid. The other truck is equipped with a vacuum pump,
which can be switched to vacuum sludge into the tank through one valve, or push sludge out of
the tank through a second valve fitted with a splash pan The sludge can also gravity feed out of
the valve fitted with the splash pan Both trucks use switches located inside the cab to operate the
valves. Procedures to significantly reduce pathogens is demonstrated by analysis of seven annual
sludge samples for coliform bacteria These samples have a geometric mean of less than two
million MPN. Vector attraction reduction is demonstrated by volatile solids analysis of sludge in
a thirty day bench scale shown to produce less than fifteen percent volatile solids reduction.