1996-1105_DBX_Specifications and Contract Documents CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
COUNTY OF ORANGE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
SPECIFICATIONS
AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
Members of the City Council
DAVID SWERDLIN, MAYOR
GIL JONES JOHN GREINER
COLLENE CAMPBELL WYATT HART
CITY MANAGER
GEORGESCARBOROUGH
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING AND BUILDING
WILLIAM M. HUBER
April 23, 1997
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
TITLE PAGE
CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
NoticeInviting Bids............................................................................................... 1
BidProposal........................................................................................................3
Scheduleof Work Items..........................................................................................6
Non-Collusion Affidavit..........................................................................................7
Designation of Sub-Contractors.................................................................................8
Instructions to Bidders ............................................................................................9
BidBond....................................................................................................... BB-1
Performance Bond............................................................................................ PB-1
Labor & Material Bond..................................................................................... LM-1
CONTRACT
Contract.......................................................................................................... 1-4
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
Workto be Done ..................................................................SP-1
Section 1 Standard Specifications...........................................................SP-1
Section 2 Terms Defined.....................................................................SP-2
Section 3 Flow and Acceptance of Water..................................................SP-3
Section4 Water................................................................................SP-3
Section 5 Insurance and Overhead Costs ..................................................SP-3
Section 6 Protection of Existing Utilities ..................................................SP-3
Section 7 Protection of Private Property...................................................SP-3
Section 8 Construction Zone.................................................................SP-4
Section 9 Pre-Construction Coordination Meeting.......................................SP-4
Section 10 National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System............................SP-4
Section 11 Preservation of Survey Monuments ............................................SP-5
Section 12 Monumentation Identification ..................................................SP-5
DETAIL SPECIFICATIONS AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
Bid Item 1 Signals and Lighting............................................................................ DS-1
Bid Item 2 Concrete Sidewalk and Wheelchair Ramp.................................................DS-14
Bid Item 3 Control of Traffic..............................................................................DS-14
Bid Item 4 Signing and Striping...........................................................................DS-16
Bid Item 5 Street Name Signs .............................................................................DS-19
NOTICE INVITING BIDS
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
Public notice is hereby given that the City of San Juan Capistrano will, uP to 2:00 p.m., on the
19th day of May 1997, receive sealed proposals or bids for the TRAFFIC SIGNAL
INSTALLATION - CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE in accordance with the
approved Plans, Specifications, Special Provisions, and the Standard Specification for Public
Works Construction, 1995 Edition, including all supplements therefore, on file in the office of the
City Clerk of the City of San Juan Capistrano, California. Bids will be received until the time
hereinbefore stated at the City Clerk's Office, San Juan Capistrano City Hall, 32400 Paseo
Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, California.
No bid will be received unless it is made on a proposal provided within these specifications. Each
proposal or bid must be accompanied by a certified check, cash, cashier's check, or bidder's bond
payable to the City of San Juan Capistrano in the sum of not less than ten percent of the total bid
amount.
The bid check, cashier's check or bidder's bond of the successful bidder will be forfeited to the
City of San Juan Capistrano in the event such successful bidder fails to enter into the required
contract within 15 days after the written notice that said contract has been awarded to him for the
work.
A pre-bid conference is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. on the 12 th day of May 1997, at the City
offices. The Contractor shall have the opportunity for clarification or interpretation of any point or
points of question within the plans and contract documents or specifications. It is the Contractor's
responsibility to be in attendance at this conference to receive any information disclosed during the
proceedings, for the City of San Juan Capistrano shall not disseminate any records of the
conference. Exclusive of written addenda and this pre-bid conference, the City of San Juan
Capistrano shall not be responsible for any instructions, explanations, or interpretation of the plans,
specifications, and contract documents presented to the bidders in any manner.
The successful bidder, simultaneously with the execution of the contract, will be required to furnish
a Faithful Performance Bond equal in the amount of one-hundred percent (100%) of the contract
price. The surety bond company must be selected from among the surety companies set forth in the
Standard Specifications.
The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids received and to compare the relative
merits of the respective bids and to choose that, which in the opinion of the City of San Juan
Capistrano, will best serve the interests or needs of the City of San Juan Capistrano.
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A time limit of ninety 90 calendar days has been set for the completion of the work, from the
date of the Notice to Proceed.
BIDDERS ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED THAT, pursuant to the Labor Code of the State of
California, copies of the prevailing_rate of per diem wages, as determined by the Director of the
State Department of Industrial Relations, are on file in the office of the City Clerk and shall be
made available to any interested party on request.
Copies of plans and specifications are on file in the office of the City Clerk of San Juan
Capistrano, 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, California. Copies of the plans and
specifications for use in preparing bids may be obtained at the Office of the City Clerk, San Juan
Capistrano, at the address shown above. One set of plans and specifications is available for each
general contractor proposing to submit a bid for said work. A charge in the amount of $30,
non-refundable, is required for obtaining each set of plans and specifications. There will be a
$5 charge for postage and handling on all plans and specifications mailed.
Each bidder shall state the California Contractor's License Number and Classification of such
bidder so bidding, as no bid will be accepted from a Contractor who has not been licensed in
accordance with the provisions of the laws of the State of California relating to the licensing of
Contractors.
This Notice is hereby given and published by order of the Councilmembers of the City of San
Juan Capistrano and is dated this �?5 )"' day of
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CITY CLE
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
ORANGE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
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BID PROPOSAL
For the: TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
From:
Contractor, License No. & Classification
To the Members of the City Council
City of San Juan Capistrano
Gentlemen:
The undersigned, as bidder, declares that he has carefully examined the location of the proposed
work as described, examined the Plans, Specifications, Special Provisions, and the Standard
Specifications for Public Works Construction, 1995 Edition, including all supplements therefore,
read the Instructions to Bidders, and is familiar with all proposal requirements, and hereby
proposed and agrees, if the proposal is accepted, to complete the said construction in accordance
with the Contract Documents, as defined in Section 1-2 of the Standard Specifications, in the time
stated herein, for the unit price or lump sum given on the following pages of this proposal,
amounting to a total of:
Words Figures
Said amount to include and cover all taxes, the furnishing of all materials, the performing of all the
labor requisite or proper and the providing of all necessary machinery, tools, apparatus, and other
means of construction; also, the performance and completion of all the work in the manner set
forth, described and shown in the Specifications or the drawings for the work.
If the contract is awarded, the undersigned agrees to enter into a contract with the City of San Juan
Capistrano and to commence work within fifteen (15) calendar days from the date of execution
thereof, and to diligently prosecute the work to completion before the expiration of nine 90
calendar days.
All bids are to be computed on the basis of the given Estimated Quantities of Work, as indicated in
this proposal, times the unit prices as submitted by the bidders. In case of discrepancy between
words and figures, the words shall prevail. In case of discrepancy between unit prices and the
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extension thereof, the unit price shall prevail and bids will be computed as indicated above and
compared on the basis of corrected totals, given solely as a basis for comparison of bids. It is
understood that the City does not expressly, nor by implication, agree that the actual amount of
work will correspond therewith, but reserves the right to increase or decrease the amount of any
item or portion of the work or to omit portions of the work as may be deemed expedient by the
Engineer.
It is also understood by Bidder that the City of San Juan Capistrano has the right to reject this
proposal or to award a contract to the undersigned at the prices stipulated. If the proposal is
rejected, then any check or cashier's check shall be returned to the undersigned within thirty (30)
days. No bid bonds will be returned. If the proposal is accepted and the undersigned fails to enter
into a contract within fifteen (15) days after the agreement is delivered to him for signature, or
within such further time as may be granted by the Members of the City Council, then said check
shall be cashed or said bond declared forfeit and an amount equal to the difference between the
lowest bid and the next lowest bid who will execute a contract shall be paid into the treasury of the
City of San Juan Capistrano as liquidated damages for the failure of the undersigned to comply with
the terms of this proposal.
Accompanying this proposal is (Insert
"$ cash," cashier's check, certified check or bidder's bond on the forms from pages
BB-1 and BB-2 of these Contract Documents, as the case may be), in an amount equal to at least
ten percent (10%) of the total bid.
The following is the name and place of business of the surety company which will furnish the
required bonds as surety if the work is awarded to the undersigned:
Licensed in accordance with an act providing for the registration of contractors -- License No.
and Classification
Signature of Bidder:
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(If an individual, so state. If a firm or co-partnership, state the firm name and give the names
of all individual co-partners composing the firm: President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Manager
thereof.)
Dated:
Business Address
Dated:
Telephone Number
Further, the undersigned bidder certifies that he has thoroughly checked the figures set forth in
this proposal, that they are correct to the best of his knowledge and that they constitute his
proposal for the work called out herein.
Dated:
Signature of Bidder
Dated:
Telephone Number
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SCHEDULE OF WORK ITEMS
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
Item Approximate Work Items With Unit Price Unit Price
No. Ouantijy &Written in Words) (In Figures) Total Amount
1 L.S. Furnish and install traffic signal, $
including concrete sidewalk, curb, gutter
and aggregate base for the lump sum of
dollars.
2 4 EA. Install Wheelchair ramps for the unit $ $
price of
dollars each.
3 L.S. Control of traffic for the lump sum price $
of
dollars.
4 L.S. Remove and install traffic signing and $
striping for the lump sum price of
dollars.
6 4 EA. Overhead street name signs and hardware
for the price of
dollars each.
Total Bid Price (Enter here and on Page 3)
Words Figures
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NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT TO BE EXECUTED BY
BIDDER AND SUBMITTED WITH BID
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
) SS.
County of )
being first duly sworn deposes and says that
he is of ,
the party making the foregoing bid; that such bid is not made in the interest of or on behalf of
any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization or corporation; that
such bid is genuine and not collusive or sham; that said bidder has not directly or indirectly
induced or solicited any other bidder to put in a false or sham bid, and has not directly or
indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any bidder or anyone else to put in a
sham bid, or that anyone shall refrain from bidding; that said bidder has not in any manner,
directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication or conference with anyone to fix the
bid price of said bidder or of any other bidder, or to fix the bid price of or cost element of such
bid price, or of that of any other bidder, or to secure any advantage against the public body
awarding the contract of anyone interested in the proposed contract; that all statements contained
in such bid are true; and further, that said bidder has not directly or indirectly, submitted his bid
price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative
thereto, or paid and will not pay any fee in connection therewith, to any corporation,
partnership, company, association, organization, bid depository, or to any member or agent
thereof, or to any other individual except to any person or persons as have a partnership or other
financial interest with said bidder in this general business.
DATED:
SIGNATURE
On this the day of , 19 , before me, the undersigned, a Notary Public
in and for said State, personally appeared ,
personally known to me/proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence, to be the person(s)
whose name(s) subscribed to the within instrument, and acknowledge that
executed it.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Notary Public in and for said State
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DESIGNATION OF SUB-CONTRACTORS
Submit with Proposal.
In compliance with the Provisions of Section 4100-4107 of the Government Code of the State
of California as amended, the undersigned certifies that he has used the sub-bids of the following
listed sub-contractors in making up his bid, and that the sub-contractors listed will be used for
the work for which they bid, subject to the approval of the Engineer, and in accordance with the
applicable provisions of the Specifications. It is understood and agreed that all those portions
of the work called for in the contract documents for which a sub-contractor is not listed will be
performed by the undersigned through his forces. If no sub-contractors are listed, all bonds and
insurance will be written in the name of the general contractor only.
Item of Work Sub-contractor License No. Address Phone
& Classification
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
BIDDER'S NAME
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE
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INSTRUCTION TO BIDDERS
Securing Documents
Plans, Specifications and other contract documents will be available for examination without
charge and copies may be secured in accordance with the "Notice Inviting Bids."
Examination of Plans, Specifications and Site of Work
The bidder is required to examine the site of work, the Proposal, the Plans and the
Specifications, Special Provisions, and the Standard Specifications for Public Works
Construction, 1995 Edition including all supplements, very carefully. He shall satisfy himself
as to the character, quality and quantities of the work to be performed, the materials to be
furnished and the requirements of the Contract Documents. The plans for the work show
conditions as they are believed to exist, but it is not to be inferred that all the conditions as
shown thereon are actually existent, nor shall the City of San Juan Capistrano or any of its
officers or agents be liable for any loss sustained by the Contractor as a result of any variance
between conditions shown on the plans and actual conditions revealed during examination or
progress of the work. The submission of a proposal shall be prima facie evidence that the
bidder has made such an examination.
Interpretation of Drawings and Documents
If any bidder should find discrepancies in, or omissions from the drawings, specifications or
other proposed contract documents, or if he should be in doubt as to the true meaning of any
part thereof, he shall at once make a written request to the Engineer for correction, clarification
or interpretation of the point or points in question. The person submitting such a request shall
be responsible for its prompt delivery.
In the event that the Engineer receives such a request and it should be found that certain
essential information is not clearly and fully set forth, or if the Engineer discovers errors,
omissions, or points requiring clarification in the drawings or documents, a written addendum
will be mailed to each person to whom a set of contract documents has been delivered. The City
of San Juan Capistrano will not be responsible for any instructions, explanations or
interpretations of the documents presented to bidders in any manner other than written
addendum.
Addenda or Bulletins
The effect of all addenda to the contract documents shall be considered in the bid and said
addenda shall be made a part of the contract documents and shall be returned with them. Before
submitting his bid, each bidder shall inform himself as to whether or not any such addenda have
been issued, and failure to cover in his bid any such addenda issued may render his bid invalid
and result in its rejection.
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Disqualification of Bidders
No person, firm or corporation shall be allowed to make, file or be interested in more than one
bid for the same work unless alternate bids are called for. A person, firm or corporation who
has submitted a sub-proposal to a bidder, or who has quoted prices on materials to a bidder, is
not hereby disqualified from submitting a bid in his own behalf.
Proposals
Bids to receive consideration shall be in accordance with the following instructions:
A. Bids shall be made only upon the forms provided within these specifications; all bid items
shall be properly filled out; bid prices shall be stated both in words and in figures; and
the signatures of all persons signing shall be in longhand. Where there is a conflict in
the words and the figures, the words shall govern.
B. All prices and notations must be in ink or typewritten. No erasures will be permitted.
Mistakes may be crossed out and corrections typed or written in ink adjacent thereto and
must be initialed in ink by the person or persons signing the bid.
C. Bids shall not contain any recapitulation of the work to be done. Alternate proposals will
not be considered except as required hereinabove. No oral, telegraphic or telephonic
proposals or modifications will be considered.
D. The City of San Juan Capistrano may require any bidder to furnish a statement of his
experience, financial responsibility, technical ability, equipment and references properly
and fully filled out.
E. Each bidder shall list his proposed sub-contractors on the form accompanying the
proposal in accordance with the provisions of the specifications.
F. Each bidder must accompany his bid with either a cashier's check upon some responsible
bank, or a properly certified check upon such bank, or an approved corporate surety
bond payable to the City of San Juan Capistrano for such a sum of not less than ten
percent (10%) of the aggregate sum of the bid, which check or bond and the monies
represented thereby shall be held by the City of San Juan Capistrano as a guarantee that
the bidder, if awarded the contract, will in good faith enter into such contract and furnish
the required bonds.
The bidder agrees that, in case of his refusal or failure to execute said contract and give
bonds within the time required by these documents, such check or bond, and the money
represented thereby, shall remain the property of the City of San Juan Capistrano and,
if the bidder shall fail to execute said contract, said surety will pay to the City of San
Juan Capistrano the damages which the City of San Juan Capistrano may suffer by reason
of such failure not exceeding the sum of ten percent (10%) of the amount of the bid. A
bid received and not accompanied by such cashier's check, certified check or approved
bond shall be rejected.
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G. Bids shall be delivered to the City of San Juan Capistrano at the location stipulated on
or before the day and hour set for the opening of bids, as hereinbefore specified in the
"Notice Inviting Bids." Bids shall be enclosed in a sealed envelope bearing the title of
the work, the name of the bidder, bid opening date and time of bid opening.
Licensing of Contractor
All persons, firms, partnerships or corporations shall be licensed in accordance with the Business
and Professions Code of the State of California and the applicable ordinances of the City and
County before doing any work of any kind.
Withdrawal of Bids
Any bidder may withdraw his bid in person or by written request at any time prior to the
scheduled closing time for receipt of bids.
Opening of Bid Proposals
The City of San Juan Capistrano will, in open session, publicly open, examine and declare the
bids at the time set forth in the "Notice Inviting Bids." Bidders or their authorized
representatives are invited to be present.
Award of Contract or Rejection of Bids
No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of forty-five (45) days after the date set for the
opening of bids. The contract for the work will either be awarded or the bids rejected within
the forty-five (45) days from the date set for the opening of bids.
The contract for the work will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder complying with these
instructions and with the "Notice Inviting Bids." The City of San Juan Capistrano, however,
reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive mere informalities, minor technical
errors or irregularities, obvious clerical errors or erasures.
The bidder to whom the award is made shall execute two copies of the written contract with the
City of San Juan Capistrano and furnish the stipulated bonds, insurance and bid breakdown
within fifteen (15) days after the bid opening date. The contract shall be made in the form
adopted by the City of San Juan Capistrano. The release of the successful bidder's surety
deposit, as previously stipulated (page 5), shall be made upon the City of San Juan Capistrano's
acceptance of the Labor and Materials Bond and the Faithful Performance Bond.
If the bidder to whom the award is made fails to enter the contract as herein provided, the award
may be annulled and an award may be made to the next lowest responsible bidder; and such
bidder shall fulfill every stipulation embraced herein, as if he were the party to whom the first
award was made. A corporation to which an award is made shall furnish evidence of its
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CONTRACT
This contract is made and entered into by and between the CITY OF SAN JUAN
CAPISTRANO, hereinafter referred to as "CITY" and
hereinafter referred to as "CONTRACTOR."
IT IS HEREBY AGREED BETWEEN THE PARTIES AS FOLLOWS:
FIRST. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. The contract documents shall be considered to include
the Notice Inviting Bids, the Instructions to Bidders, the Proposal, the Bid Bond, the Non-
Collusion Affidavit, the Designation of Sub-Contractors, the Contract which is prepared for
execution by the CITY and the CONTRACTOR. Plans, Specifications and Special Provisions,
the Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction, 1995 Edition, including all
Supplements, Contract Bonds, Resolutions adopted by the CITY pertaining to the work,
insurance policies and certificates, and any supplemental written agreements amending or
extending the scope of the work originally contemplated that may be required to complete the
work in a substantial and acceptable manner.
SECOND. THE WORK. CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish all tools, labor, material,
equipment, transportation, and supplies necessary to perform and complete in good and
workmanlike manner the construction of TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION - CAMINO
CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE in strict conformity with the Plans, Specifications, and
all other contract documents, which documents are on file at the Office of the City Clerk, City
Hall, 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, California.
THIRD. PAYMENT. CITY agrees to pay, and CONTRACTOR agrees to accept, the lump
sum adjusted for variations of quantities, at the prices designated in bid proposal at the time and
in the manner set forth in the Specifications.
FOURTH. COMMENCEMENT AND COMPLETION OF THE WORK. CONTRACTOR
agrees to begin and complete the work within the time specified in the Notice Inviting Bids. It
is agreed that it would be impractible and extremely difficult to fix the actual amount of
damages, and loss sustained by CITY, should CONTRACTOR fail to complete the work in the
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specified time; therefore, CONTRACTOR shall pay CITY, as liquidated damages, not in the
nature of a penalty, Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($250) per calendar day for each day delayed;
provided that extensions of time with waiver of liquidated damages, may be granted as provided
in the Specifications.
FIFTH. PERFORMANCE BOND AND LABOR AND MATERIAL BOND. CONTRACTOR
agrees to furnish bonds guaranteeing the performance of this contract and guaranteeing payment
of all labor and material used under this contract, as required by the laws of the State of
California, on forms approved by the CITY. The Performance Bond shall be for an amount of
one hundred percent (100%) of the amount of this contract and shall be conditioned on full and
complete performance of the contract, guaranteeing the work against faulty workmanship and
materials for a period of one (1) year after completion and acceptance. The Labor and Material
Bond shall be for an amount of one hundred percent (100%n) of the amount of this contract and
shall be conditioned upon full payment of all Labor and Material entering into or incidental to
the work covered by this contract. CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish the bonds on the forms
found within the Specifications.
CONTRACTOR agrees to pay CITY such sum as the Court may judge as reasonable for the
legal services of any attorney representing the CITY in any action brought to enforce or interpret
the obligations of this agreement, and such sums shall be made a part of any judgment in such
action against CONTRACTOR if such action is determined in favor of said CITY. The required
Performance, Labor and Materials Bonds, and Bid Bond shall provide that the surety shall pay
attorney's fees incurred by CITY in enforcing this agreement. -
SIXTH. GENERAL PREVAILING RATE OF PER DIEM WAGES. Pursuant to the Labor
Code of the State of California, copies of the prevailing, rate of per diem wages, as determined
by the Director of the State Department of Industrial Relations, are on file in the Office of the
City Clerk, 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, California, and are hereby incorporated
and made a part hereof. CONTRACTOR agrees that he, or any SUB-CONTRACTOR under
him, shall pay not less than the foregoing specified prevailing rates of wages to all workmen
employed in the execution of the contract.
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SEVENTH. INSURANCE. CONTRACTOR shall maintain at all times during this contract
liability and property damage insurance naming the CITY and its elected and appointed officials
as a named insured, which such policies shall be of an amount not less than One Million Dollars
combined single limit. Insurance certificates shall be for a minimum period of one year.
CONTRACTOR shall maintain in full force and effect comprehensive automobile liability
coverage, including owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles in the following minimum amounts:
$500,000 property damage;
$500,000 injury to one person/any one occurrence/ not limited to contractual period;
$1,000,000 injury to more than one person/any one occurrence/not limited to contractual
period.
The insurance policies shall bear an endorsement or shall have an attached rider providing that
in the event of expiration of proposed cancellation of such policies for any reason whatsoever,
the CITY shall be notified by registered mail, return receipt requested, giving a sufficient time
before the date thereof to comply with the applicable law or statute but in no event less than 30
days before expiration or cancellation is effective. CONTRACTOR shall provide to CITY the
policy certificate establishing that the required level of insurance has been satisfied.
CONTRACTOR shall indemnify and save harmless the CITY, its officers, agents, and
employees from and against any and all claims, demands, loss or liability of any kind or nature
which CONTRACTOR, its officers, agents and employees may sustain or incur or which may
be imposed upon them or any of them for injury to or death of persons, damage to property as
a result of, or arising out of, or in any manner connected with the performance of the obligations
under this contract.
EIGHTH. COMPLIANCE WITH OTHER PROVISIONS OF LAW RELATIVE TO PUBLIC
CONTRACTS. CITY is subject to the provisions of the Government Code and the Labor Code
of the State of California. It is stipulated and agreed that all provisions of law applicable to
public contracts are a part of this contract to the same extent as though set forth herein and shall
be complied with by CONTRACTOR. These include, but are not limited to, the stipulation that
eight (8) hours labor constitute a legal day's work and CONTRACTOR shall, as a penalty to
CITY, forfeit Twenty-five Dollar ($25) for each workman employed in the execution of the
Contract by CONTRACTOR, or by any SUB-CONTRACTOR, for each calendar day during
which such workman is required or permitted to work more than eight (8) hours in violation of
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the provisions of Article Three, Chapter One, Part Seven, Division 2, of the California Labor
Code, except as permitted by law.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this contract is executed by the duly authorized agent(s) of CITY,
pursuant to City Council action, and by CONTRACTOR on the date set before the name of
each.
City of San Juan Capistrano
DATED: BY:
DAVID SWERDLIN, MAYOR
BY:
CONTRACTOR, LICENSE NO. AND CLASSIFICATION
ATTEST:
Cheryl Johnson, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
JOHN R. SHAW, City Attorney
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BID BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that we,
as PRINCIPAL, and
as SURETY, hereinafter called Surety, are held and
firmly bound unto the CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, Obligee, hereinafter called
City, in the sum of $ • , for payment whereof Principal and Surety bind
themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns, jointly and
severally, fairly by these presents.
THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION is such that whereas the Principal has
submitted the accompanying bid dated , 19____, for the construction
of for the
City of San Juan Capistrano, Orange County, California.
NOW, THEREFORE, if the Principal shall not withdraw said bid within thirty (30)
days after the opening of same, and shall, within fifteen (15) days after the agreement
has been presented to him for execution, enter into a written contract with the City in
accordance with the bid as accepted, and if the Principal shall give the required bond
with good and sufficient sureties, or sureties for the faithful performance and proper
fulfillment of such contract and for the protection of laborers and materialmen, or in
the event of the withdrawal of said bid within the periods specified, or the failure to
enter into said contract and give said bond within the time specified, if the Principal
shall within sixty (60) days after request by the City, pay the City the difference
between the amount specified in said bid and the amount for which the City may procure
the required work and/or supplies if the latter amount be in excess of the former, then
the above obligation shall be void and of no effect, otherwise to remain in full force and
virtue.
Further, as a part of the obligation secured hereby, and in addition to the face
amount specified therefor, there shall be included costs and reasonable expenses and
fees, including reasonable attorney's fees, incurred by City in successfully enforcing such
obligation, all to be taxed as costs and included in any judgment rendered.
BB-1
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the above-bounden parties have executed this
instrument under their several seals this day of , 19---, the name and
corporate seal of each corporate party being affixed hereto and these presents duly
signed by its undersigned representative pursuant to authority of its governing body.
Two Witnesses (If Individual)
PRINCIPAL
BY:
Title:
ATTEST (If Corporation)
Corporate Seal
SURETY
ATTEST BY:
Title:
Title
APPROV AS TO FORM:
John Shaw, City Attomey
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PERFORMANCE BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS:
That
as Principal, hereinafter called CONTRACTOR, and ,
as Surety, hereinafter called SURETY, are held and firmly bound unto the City of San
Juan Capistrano, as Obligee, hereinafter called CITY, in the amount of
Dollars for payment whereof Contractor
and Surety bind themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and
assigns, jointly and severally, fairly by these presents.
WHEREAS, Contractor has by written agreement dated
entered into a (describe agreement):
which contract is by reference made a part hereof;
NOW, THEREFORE, the condition of this obligation is such that, if Principal
shall promptly and faithfully perform said agreement, then this obligation shall be null
and void; otherwise it shall remain in full force and effect. Surety waives whatever legal
right it may have to require that a demand be made first against the principal in the
event of default.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that:
1. As a part of the obligation secured hereby, and in addition to the face
amount specified, there shall be included costs and reasonable expenses and fees,
including reasonable attorney's fees, incurred by Cit; in successfully enforcing such
obligation, all to be taxed as costs and included in any judgment rendered.
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2. Said Surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that no change,
extension of time, alteration, or modification of the contract documents or of the work
to be performed thereunder, shall in any way affect its obligations or this bond, and it
does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alterations, or
modifications of the contract documents or of work to be performed thereunder.
Executed this day of 19 , at
California.
PRINCIPAL
APPROVED AS TO FORM (NOTARIZATION AND SEAL)
SHAW, CITY ATTORNEY
SURETY
(NOTARIZATION AND SEAL)
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LABOR AND MATERIAL BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS: That
WHEREAS, the City of San Juan Capistrano, a municipal corporation of Orange
County, California, has awarded to , License
No. hereinafter designated as "Principal", a contract for
; and
WHEREAS, said Principal is required to furnish a bond in connection with the
said contract providing that if said Principal, or any of his or its sub-contractors, shall
fail to pay for any materials, provisions, provender or other supplies or teams used in,
upon, for or about the performance of the work contracted to be done, or for any work or
labor done thereon of any kind, the surety or this bond will pay the same.
NOW, THEREFORE, we ,
Principal, and , as surety, are
held firmly bound unto the City of San Juan Capistrano, a municipal corporation, in the
penal sum of DOLLARS
($ ), lawful money of the United States of America, for payment of which sum
well and truly to be made we bind ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and
successors, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
THE CONDITION OF THIS OBLIGATION is such that, if said Principal, his or its
heirs, executors, administrators, successors or assigns, or sub-contractors, shall fail to
pay for any materials, provisions, provender, or teams, or other supplies or equipment
used in, upon, for or about the performance of the work contracted to be done, or for any
work or labor done thereon of any kind, or for amounts due under the Unemployment
Insurance Act with respect to such work or labor as required by the provisions of Title 1,
Division S, Chapter 3 of the Government Code of California as amended, that the surety
will pay for the same in an amount not exceeding the sum specified in this bond and also
in case suit is brought upon the bond, a reasonable attorney's fee to be fixed by the
court. This bond shall inure to the benefit of any and all persons, companies and
corporations entitled to file claims under said act, so as to give a right of action to them
or their assigns in any suit brought upon this bond.
FURTHER, the said surety, for value received, hereby stipulates and agrees that
no change, extension of time, alteration or modification of the contract documents or of
the work to be performed thereunder shall in any way affect its obligation on this bond
and it does hereby waive notice of any such change, extension of time, alteration or
modification of the contract documents or of work to be performed thereunder.
As a part of the obligation secured hereby, and in addition to the face amount
specified therefor, there shall be included costs and reasonable expenses and fees,
including reasonable attorney's fees, incurred by City in successfully enforcing such
obligation, all to be taxed as costs and included in any judgment rendered.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF three (3) identical counterparts of this instrument, each
of which shall for all purposes be deemed an original thereof, have been duly executed by
the Principal and surety herein named on the day of
19 . The name and corporate seal of each corporate party being hereto of fixed and
these presents duly signed by its undersigned representatives pursuant to authority of its
governing body. _
PRINCIPAL
By
SURETY
By
APPROVED AS TO FORM
R. SHAW, ATTORNEY
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CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
SPECIAL PROVISIONS
WORK TO BE DONE
The proposed project calls for the installation of a traffic signal at the intersection of
Camino Capistrano and Avenida Padre.
SECTION 1 - STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
The Contractor shall perform his work in accordance with the Standard Specifications
for Public Works Construction, 1995 Edition, hereinafter referred to as the Standard
Specifications.
The Contractor shall maintain a copy of this book on the job-site at all times. Unless
otherwise specified, errata and supplements to the Standard Specifications shall be part
of these specifications. The provisions of the Standard Specifications shall be modified
as indicated below:
Change 1: Contract Termination
"If at any time, in the opinion of the Director of Engineering & Building, Contractor
fails to supply suitable equipment, an adequate working force, or material of proper
quality, or shall fail in any respect to prosecute any work with the diligence and force
specified and intended in and by the terms of the Contract, notice thereof in writing
shall be served upon him, and should he neglect or refuse to provide means for
satisfactory compliance with the contract, as directed.by the Director of Engineering &
Building, within the time specified in such notice, the City of San Juan Capistrano, in
any such case, shall have the power to terminate all or any portion of the contract.
Upon receiving notice of such termination, Contractor shall discontinue said work or
such parts of it as the City of San Juan Capistrano may designate. Upon such
termination, the Contractor's control shall terminate and thereupon the Members of the
City Council, or its duly authorized representative, may take possession of all or any
part of the Contractor's materials, tools, equipment, appliances, and plant, and buy
such additional materials and supplies at the Contractor's expense as may be necessary
for the proper conduct of the work and for completion thereof; or may employ other
parties to carry the contract to completion, employ the necessary workmen, substitute
other machinery or materials and purchase the materials contracted for, in such manner
as the City of San Juan Capistrano may deem proper; or the Members of the City
Council may annul and cancel the contract and re-let the work or any part thereof.
Any excess of cost arising therefrom over and above the contract price will be charged
against the Contractor and his sureties, who will be liable therefore.
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In the event of such termination, all money due the Contractor retained under the terms
of this contract shall be forfeited to the City of San Juan Capistrano; but such forfeiture
will not release the Contractor or the sureties from liability or failure to fulfill the
contract. Contractor and sureties will be credited with the amount of monies so forfeited
toward any excess of cost over and above the contract price, arising from the suspension
of the operation of the contract and the completion of the work by the City of San Juan
Capistrano as provided above, and the Contractor will be credited with any surplus
remaining after all just claims for such completion have been paid."
Change 2: Section 7-13 - Laws to be Observed
Add: "All contractors and subcontractors shall comply with all sections of the
Municipal Code of the City of San Juan Capistrano, especially Section: 6-3.06(b),
(c), (d) and (e) and shall secure the services of the City's exclusive solid waste
hauler for their solid waste handling needs."
Change 3: Section 8 - Facilities for City Personnel
Delete this Section.
Change 4: Section 2-9.3 - Survey Services
The Contractor will perform and be responsible for the accuracy of survey adequate for
construction. The Contractor shall preserve construction survey stakes and marks for the
duration of their usefulness. If any construction survey stakes are lost or disturbed and
need to be replaced, such replacement shall be by the Contractor at his expense.
The Contractor shall dig all holes necessary for line and grade stakes.
Unless Otherwise specified, stakes will be set and stationed by the Contractor for curbs,
headers, sewers, storm drains, structures and rough grade and a corresponding cut or fill
to finished grade (or flowline)indicated on a grade sheet.
SECTION 2 - TERMS DEFINED
Whenever in the said Standard Specifications the following terms are used, it is hereby
provided that the following City departments or person shall be intended:
AGENCY shall mean City of San Juan Capistrano whenever appropriate.
BOARD shall mean the City Council of the City of San Juan Capistrano.
ENGINEER shall mean City Engineer or other person(s) designated by same.
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SECTION 3 - FLOW AND ACCEPTANCE OF WATER
Surface or other waters may be encountered at various times during construction. The
Contractor, by submitting a bid, acknowledges that he has investigated the risks arising from
surface or other waters and has prepared his bid accordingly. It shall be the sole responsibility
of the Contractor to protect his work from danger due to any waters encountered. Should any
damage to the work due to surface or other water occur prior to acceptance of the work by the
City, the Contractor shall repair such damage at his expense.
SECTION 4 - WATER
Water will be available from the Capistrano Valley Water District. Arrangements for temporary
construction water services permit and water service may be made by contracting the Capistrano
Valley Water District at (714) 493-1515 one week prior to need for service. All water facility
construction shall conform to the "Standard Specifications," Capistrano Valley Water District,
and "The Uniform Plumbing Code," 1982 Edition.
SECTION 5 - INSURANCE AND OVERHEAD COSTS
The Contractor shall receive no direct compensation for insurance and overhead (move-in costs,
for example) costs. Accordingly, these costs should be prorated to the appropriate bid items.
SECTION 6 - PROTECTION OF EXISTING UTILITIES (UNDERGROUND SERVICE
ALERT
The Engineer has endeavored to show all existing utilities. The Contractor must, however, take
all due precautionary measures to protect all of the existing utilities. The Contractor shall have
all utilities located by contacting the responsible agency at lease 48 hours prior to commencing
any construction work.
The Contractor's attention is directed to the utility notification service provided by
UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT (USA). USA member utilities will provide the
Contractor with the locations of their substructures in the construction area when the Contractor
gives at least 48 hours notice to the USA by calling 1-800-422-4133. Other utility phone
numbers are noted on Sheet 1 of the plans.
Full compensation for conforming to the requirements of this section shall be considered as
included in the contract bid prices paid for the various items of work, and no additional
compensation will be allowed therefore.
SECTION 7 - PROTECTION OF PRIVATE PROPERTY
The Contractor must remain within the construction zone to the best of his ability. The
Contractor must protect all existing private property.
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SECTION 8 - CONSTRUCTION ZONE
Contractor shall protect property and facilities adjacent to the construction zone, and all property
and facilities within the construction zone which are shown on the plans to be protected. After
completion of project, the construction zone shall be clean and in a presentable condition. All
public- or privately-owned improvements and facilities shall be restored to their original
condition and location. In the event improvements of facilities are damaged, they shall be
replaced with new materials equal to the original.
Nothing herein shall be construed to entitle the Contractor to the exclusive use of any public
street, way or parking area during performance of the contract work, and Contractor shall
conduct his operations so as not to interfere with the authorized work of utility companies or
other agencies in such streets, way or parking areas.
The Contractor shall be responsible for investigating conditions of available public and private
roads and of clearances, restrictions and other limitations affecting transportation and ingress and
egress to the site of the work.
SECTION 9 - PRE-CONSTRUCTION COORDINATION MEETING
Prior to the commence of construction, arrangements will be made for a meeting between the
Contractor, the Engineer, and involved utility representatives. The purpose of this meeting is
to coordinate the activities of the Contractor within the limits of this contract, review scheduling,
discuss construction methods and clarify inspection procedures. The Contractor will be required
to submit a complete schedule in the attached form showing the number of working days
required to complete each phase of the project. This schedule shall be approved by the City
Engineer prior to the start of construction.
SECTION 10 - NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM
1. Construction sites shall be maintained in such a condition that an anticipated storm does
not carry wastes or pollutants off the site.
Discharges of material other than Storm Water are allowed only when necessary for
performance and completion of construction practices and where they do not: cause or
contribute to a violation of any water quality standard; cause or threaten to cause
pollution, contamination, or nuisance; or contain a hazardous substance in a quantity
reportable under Federal Regulations 40 CFR Parts 117 and 302.
Potential pollutants include but are not limited to: solid or liquid chemical spills; wastes
from paints, stains, sealants, glues, limes, pesticides, herbicides, wood preservatives and
solvents; asbestos fibers, paint flakes or stucco fragments, fuels, oils, lubricants, and
hydraulic, radiator or batter fluids; fertilizers, vehicle/equipment wash water and
concrete wash water; concrete detergent or floatable wastes; wastes from any
engine/equipment steam cleaning or chemical degreasing; and superchlorinated potable
water line flushings.
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During construction, disposal of such materials should occur in a specified and controlled
temporary area on-site, physically separated from potential storm water run-off, with
ultimate disposal in accordance with local, state and federal requirements.
2. Dewatering of contaminated groundwater, or discharging, contaminated soils via surface
erosion is prohibited. Dewatering of non-contaminated groundwater requires a National
Pollutant Discharge Elimination System Permit from the respective State Regional Water
Quality Control Board.
SECTION 11 - PRESERVATION OF SURVEY MONUMENT
Effective January 1, 1995, AB 1414 "Preservation of Survey Monumentation Compliance with
Section 8771 of the Business and Professional Code" provides for the preservation of Survey
Monuments in construction projects. This legislation mandates that prior to construction
monuments are to be referenced in the field and "Corner Records" prepared for filing in the
Office of the County Surveyor. It also mandates that after construction, monuments are to be
reset and "Corner Records" filed with the County Surveyor. This must be done prior to
certifying completion of a project.
The City requires monumentation preservation on all capital improvement projects where
monumentation points are present and the Contractor shall be responsible for submitting proper
documentation to the Office of the County Surveyor in compliance with AB 1414.
Project finalization, Notice of Completion and/or release of retention shall be contingent upon
obtaining documentation from the Contractor's project surveyor or engineer that monuments
have been set or restored and Corner Records filed with, and to, the satisfaction of the County
Surveyor.
All costs necessary to comply with this legislation shall be allocated to the appropriate bid item.
SECTION 12 - MONUMENTATION IDENTIFICATION
In accordance with the Professional Land Surveyor Act, Section 8772, any monument set by a
licensed land surveyor or registered civil engineer to mark or reference a point on a property
or land line shall be permanently and visibly marked or tagged with the certificate number of
the surveyor or civil engineer setting it, each number to be preceded by the letters "LS." or
"R.C.E.," respectively, as the case may be or, if the monument is set by a public agency, it
shall be marked with the name of the agency and the political subdivision it serves.
Nothing in this section shall prevent the inclusion of other information on the tag which will
assist in the tracing or location of the survey records which relate to the tagged monument.
Centerline ties filed with the Orange County Surveyor will be checked for compliance with this
law.
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JOB Submitted in Accordance with the Legend;
PROGRESS SCHEDULE LIMITS Requirements of the special provisions % Ocn7plete
PROJ. NO. bY= Actual Progress
SPEC. NO. Contractor Date Scbeduled Progress
START DATE
.Accepted by Date
BID WOWING DAYS
I % OF 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
NO. DES0U 'TION BID
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO
TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATION
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
DETAIL SPECIFICATIONS AND METHOD OF PAYMENT
BID ITEM 1 - SIGNALS AND LIGHTING
Furnishing and installing traffic signals and highway lighting systems and payment therefor shall
conform to the provisions in Section 86, "Signals and Lighting", of the Standard Specifications
and Standard Plans of the State of California, Department of Transportation, dated January 1992,
and these special provisions. These plans and specifications are hereinafter referred to as State
Standard Plans and State Standard Specifications.
Traffic signal work is to be performed at the following location:
CAMINO CAPISTRANO AND AVENIDA PADRE
EQUIPMENT LIST AND DRAWINGS
The controller cabinet schematic wiring diagram and intersection sketch, to be mounted on the
cabinet door (24" x 36"), shall be combined into one drawing so that when the cabinet door is
open the drawing is oriented with the intersection.
The Contractor shall furnish two maintenance manuals for all new controller units, auxiliary
equipment, and vehicle detector sensor units, control units and amplifiers. The maintenance
manuals and operation manuals may be combined into one manual. The maintenance manuals
or combined maintenance and operation manuals shall be submitted at the time the controller is
delivered for testing or, if ordered by the Engineer, previous to purchase. The maintenance
manuals shall include, but need not be limited to, the following items:
(a) Specifications
(b) Design Characteristics
(c) General operation theory
(d) Function of all controls
(e) Troubleshooting procedure (diagnostic routine)
(f) Block circuit diagram
(g) Geographical layout of components
(h) Schematic diagrams
(i) List of replaceable component parts with stock numbers.
SCHEDULING OF WORK
The Contractor may perform sub-surface work consisting of the installation of conduit,
foundations, and detectors, prior to receipt of all electrical materials and equipment.
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Above ground signal work shall not commence until such time that the Contractor notifies the
Engineer, in writing, of the date that all electrical materials and equipment are received, and said
work shall start within 15 days after said date.
No materials or equipment shall be stored at the job sites until receipt of said notification by the
Engineer. The job sites shall be maintained in neat and orderly condition at all times.
All striping, pavement markings, and signing shall be in place prior to signal turn on.
GUARANTEES
The Contractor shall guarantee the entire work constructed by him under this contract and will
fully meet all requirements as to quality of workmanship and materials furnished by him. The
Contractor shall make, at his own expense, any repairs or replacements made necessary by
defects in workmanship or materials furnished by him that become evident within one (1) year
after filing of the Notice of Completion of the work and to restore to full compliance with the
requirements of these specifications, any part of the work which during the one (1) year period
is found to be deficient with respect to any provision of the plans and specifications. The
Contractor shall make all repairs and replacements promptly upon receipt of written orders from
the Engineer. If the Contractor fails to make the repairs and replacements promptly, the City
may do the work and the Contractor and his surety shall be liable to the City for the cost.
FOUNDATIONS
Portland cement concrete shall conform to Section 90-10, "Minor Concrete", of the Standard
Specifications and shall contain not less than 470 pounds of cement per cubic yard, except
concrete for reinforced pile foundations shall contain not less than 564 pounds of cement per
cubic yard.
The foundations shown on the plan shall be extended if conditions require additional depth; such
additional work if ordered by the Engineer shall be considered as included in the lump sum
contract bid price.
EXCAVATING AND BACKFILLING
Excavations for new foundations shall be hand dug until clear of substructures.
STANDARDS, STEEL PEDESTALS, AND POSTS
In addition to identifying each pole shaft as detailed on State Standard Plan ES-6S, the
Contractor shall also identify each mast arm for all signals and luminaires. The stamped metal
identification tag shall be located on the mast arm near the connection plate and shall contain
the same information required on the pole shaft.
Where the plans refer to the side tenon detail at the end of the signal mast arm, the applicable
tip tenon detail may be substituted.
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CONDUIT
Conduit shall be rigid non-metallic conforming to Section 86-2.05, "CONDUIT", of the
Standard Specifications.
The fourth sentence in the third paragraph in Section 86-2.05C, "Installation", of the State
Standard Specifications is amended to read:
When a standard coupling cannot be used for coupling metal type conduit, a UL listed
threaded union coupling, concrete-tight split coupling, or concrete-tight set screw
coupling shall be used.
Insulated bonding bushings will be required.
Rigid metal conduit, to be used as a drilling or jacking rod, shall be fitted with suitable drill bits
for the size hole required.
After conductors have been installed, the ends of conduits terminating in pull boxes and
controller cabinets shall be sealed with an approved type of sealing compound.
PULL BOXES
New pull boxes shall be precast reinforced concrete. Recesses for suspension of ballasts will
not be required. Pull boxes shall be installed on a 6-inch pea gravel base with grout. Lids shall
read "Traffic Signal" only.
CONDUCTORS AND WIRING
Conductors shall be spliced by the use of "C" shaped compression connectors as shown on the
plans.
Splices shall be insulated by "Method B".
Subparagraph 5. of the first paragraph of Section 86-2.09D, "Splicing", of the Standard
Specifications is deleted.
BONDING AND GROUNDING
Grounding jumper shall be attached by a 3/16 inch, or larger, brass bolt in the signal standard
or controller pedestal and shall be run to the ground rod or bonding wire in adjacent pull box.
Grounding jumper shall be visible after cap has been poured on foundation.
Equipment grounding conductors will not be required in conduit containing loop lead-in cables
only.
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SERVICE
Type III-BF electrical service equipment installation and conduit run details shall be specified by the
serving utility company and written proof of their approval shall be submitted to the Engineer prior
to installation. Safety lighting control, including contactor and photoelectric cell, shall be
incorporated within the service cabinet. The Contractor shall be responsible for all service details,
expenses, and scheduling far in advance of need.
Type III-BF electrical service cabinet shall be painted "Sea Foam Green", the same color as the
controller cabinet.
TESTING
Testing of control equipment and cabinet wiring complete shall be accomplished at a facility
designated by the City. The cost of this testing shall be borne by the Contractor. The Contractor
shall be responsible for picking up and delivering the controller assembly and cabinet from the
manufacturer's plant to the above-noted facility for testing. Upon completion of testing, it shall be
the Contractor's responsibility to pick up and deliver the controller assembly and cabinet from the
testing facility to the job site for installation. All costs related to the above-noted pick-ups and
deliveries, or storage of the controller assembly and cabinet, if necessary, shall be borne by the
Contractor and included in the lump sum bid price.
The eighth paragraph in Section 86-2.14C, "Functional Testing", of the Standard Specifications, is
amended to read:
A shutdown of the electrical system resulting from damage caused by public traffic or from
a power interruption shall not constitute discontinuity of the functional test.
Payment for necessary delivery, testing, modifications, repair, storage, and pick-up is included in
the bid price. No additional compensation for this item will be made.
ACCEPTANCE
The Contractor shall arrange an on-site meeting (a minimum of 72 hours in advance) with a
representative of the City Engineer, a signal technician, and.the City Inspector who can assure
proper interconnect hookup between the City; central computer, field master and controller(s) to be
present for the controller assembly turn on for tentative acceptance by the City. The signal
technician shall be fully qualified to work on the controller assembly and shall be employed by the
controller manufacturer or his authorized representative. The costs of the signal technician will be
considered as included in the prices bid, and no additional compensation will be allowed therefor.
All conduits shall be filled with water (and in the presence of the City Inspector) no more than two
(2) hours before this meeting.
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CONTROLLERS/CABINET
The Contractor shall furnish one 12-phase NEMA TS2, Type 2 System controller assembly
(Econolite ASC2-2100 complete in TS2 Type "P" cabinet. The Contractor shall construct the
foundation for the Type P cabinet. The Contractor shall install the tested controller assembly
and perform all necessary wiring connections to implement the correct traffic signal system
operation.
Top of cabinet foundations shall be 18 inches above finished grade. Such auxiliary equipment
as is required for the intersection to operate in a master control system shall be provided.
Intersection management unit shall meet all NEMA specification.
Load relays shall be provided with input and output indicator lights.
The convenience receptacle shall have ground fault circuit interruption as defined by code.
Circuit interruption shall occur on six milliamperes of ground fault current.
Controller cabinet shall be provided a three-position switch in lieu of the two-position switch
required by Section 86-3.07D. The three positions shall be designated "Flash-Stop-Time",
"Off", and "Stop Time".
The stop time switch when placed in the "Flash-Stop-Time" position, will cause the
controller unit to stop time when the "Flash-Automatic" switch on the police panel is
placed in the "Flash" position or when the signal monitor unit is tripped. When in the
"Stop Time" position, it will cause the controller unit to stop time. When in the "Off"
position, the controller unit shall not stop time when the police panel switch is placed in
the "Flash" position or when the signa monitor unit is tripped.
The cabinet shall be equipped with a plastic envelope to hold wiring diagrams, signal timing
instructions, and miscellaneous items.
Controller cabinet shall be painted with a Polymeric or an enamel coating system conforming
to Color No. 14672 (Light Green) of Federal standard 595a.
Controller cabinet door shall have a Corbin No. 2 type lock.
Door test buttons will not be required.
VEHICLE SIGNAL FACES AND SIGNAL HEADS
Signal section housings shall be aluminum type.
All lamps for traffic signal units shall be furnished by the Contractor.
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LIGHT EMITTING DIODE SIGNAL MODULES
Definition
For all traffic signals faces on this project, the 12" red ball and the red arrow sections shall utilize
type 1 light emitting diode signal modules.
Each light emitting diode (LED) signal module shall consist of an assembly that utilizes light
emitting diodes as the light source in lieu of an incandescent lamp for use in traffic signal
sections.
Each Type 1 LED signal module shall be designed to be installed in the door frame of a standard
traffic signal housing. The lamp socket, reflector, reflector holder and lens used with an
incandescent lamp shall not be used in a signal section in which a Type 1 LED signal module is
installed.
General
LED signal modules used on this project shall be from the same manufacturer, and each size
shall be the same model.
Each Type 1 LED signal module shall be a sealed unit with two conductors for connecting to
power, a printed circuit board, power supply, a red lens and gasket, and shall be weather proof
after installation and connection. The circuit board and power supply shall be contained inside
the module. Circuit boards shall conform to Chapter 1, Section 6 of the "Transportation
Electrical Equipment Specifications".
Conductors for Type 1 modules shall be 36" in length, with quick disconnect terminals attached
and shall conform to Section 86-4.01C, "Electrical Components," of the Standard Specifications.
The lens of the Type 1 module shall be integral to the unit, shall be convex with a smooth outer
surface and made of ultraviolet stabilized plastic or of glass. The lens shall be capable of
withstanding ultraviolet (direct sunlight) exposure for a minimum period of 5 years without
exhibiting evidence of deterioration.
The Type 1 module shall be sealed in the door frame with a one-piece EPDM (ethylene
propylene rubber) gasket.
The LEDs shall utilize AllnGaP technology and shall be the ultra bright type rated for 100,000
hours of continuous operation from -40°C to 74°C.
The individual LEDs shall be wired such that a catastrophic failure of one LED will result in the
loss of not more than 5 percent of the signal module light output.
The failure of an individual LED in a string shall only result in the loss of that LED, not the
entire string or indication.
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The LED signal modules tested or submitted for testing shall be representative of typical average
production units. Circular modules shall be tested according to California Test No. 604. All
optical testing shall be performed with the module mounted in a standard traffic signal section
but without a visor or hood attached to the signal section.
Maximum initial power requirements for LED signal modules shall be 25 watts for 12" red,
15 watts for 8" red and 15 watts for 12" red arrow at 25°C.
LED signal modules shall be rated for a minimum useful life of 48 months and shall maintain not
less than 85 percent of the standard light output values found in the ITE publication ST-008B,
"Vehicle Traffic Control Signal Heads" (VTCSH ST-017), after 48 months of continuous use in
a traffic signal operation over the temperature range of-40°C to +74°C.
In addition to the requirements for circular LED signal modules, arrow modules shall conform to
the following:
The LED red arrow indication shall meet existing specifications stated in the VTCSH Section
9.01 for arrow lenses. The LEDs shall be spread evenly across the illuminated portion of the
arrow area. Each LED signal section indication shall provide a minimum average luminous
intensity shall of 5,500 candela/m2, as measured by the VTCSH. All measurements shall be
performed at rated operating voltage of 120 VAC.
Physical and Mechanical Requirements
LED traffic signal modules shall be designed as retrofit replacements for existing optical units of
signal lamps and shall not require special tools for installation. LED signal modules shall fit into
existing traffic signal section housings built to the VTCSH without modification to the housing.
Installation of a LED signal module shall only require the removal of the optical unit
components, i.e., lens, lamp module, gaskets, and reflector, shall be weather tight and fit securely
in the housing; and shall connect directly to electrical wiring.
LED Signal Module Lens.--The LED signal module shall be capable of replacing the optical
unit. The lens may be tinted or may use transparent film or materials with similar characteristics
to enhance ON/OFF contrasts. The use of tinting or other materials to enhance ON/OFF contrasts
shall not affect chromaticity and shall be uniform across the face of the lens.
If a polymeric lens is used, a surface coating or chemical surface treatment shall be used to
provide front surface abrasion resistance.
Environmental Requirements.--The LED signal module shall be rated for use in the operating
temperature range of-40°C (-40°F) to +74°C (+1650F).
The LED signal module shall be protected against dust and moisture intrusion per the
requirements of NEMA Standard 250-1991 for Type 4 enclosures to protect all internal
components.
The LED signal module lens shall be UV stabilized.
Construction.--The LED signal module shall be a single, self-contained device, not requiring
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on-site assembly for installation into an existing traffic signal housing. The power supply for the
LED signal module shall be integral to the unit.
The assembly and manufacturing process for the LED signal assembly shall be designed to
assure all internal components are adequately supported to withstand mechanical shock and
vibration from high winds and other sources.
Materials.--Material used for the lens and signal module construction shall conform to ASTM
specifications for the materials where applicable.
Enclosures containing either the power supply or electronic components of the signal module
shall be made of UL94VO flame retardant materials. The lens of the signal module is excluded
from this requirement.
Module Identification.--Each LED signal module shall have the manufactureris name,
trademark, and other necessary identification permanently marked on the back of the module.
Each individual LED signal module shall be identified for warranty purposes.
The following operating characteristics shall be identified: rated voltage, power consumption,
and volt-ampere.
Each Type I LED signal modules shall have prominent and permanent vertical marking(s) for
correct indexing and orientation within a signal housing. The markings shall consist of an up
arrow, or the word "UP" or "TOP".
Photometric Requirements
An LED traffic signal modules shall meet at least 85 percent of the minimum VTCSH intensity
requirements while operating throughout the operating temperature range of-40°C to +74°C.
The minimum initial luminous intensity values for LED traffic signal modules shall be as defined
in Section 11.04 of the VTCSH standard at 25°C.
The measured chromaticity coordinates of LED signal modules shall conform to the chromaticity
requirements of Section 8.04 and Figure 1 of the VTCSH standard.
Electrical
LED signal modules shall operate from a 60 HZ f3 HZ AC line over a voltage ranging from 80
volts to 135 volts. The LED circuitry shall prevent perceptible flicker over the voltage range
specified above. The fluctuations of line voltage shall have no visible effect on the luminous
intensity of the indications. Rated voltage for all measurements shall be 120 volts.
All wiring and terminal blocks shall meet the requirements of Section 13.02 of the VTCSH
standard. Two secured, color coded, 914 mm (36 in) long 600 V, 20 AWG minimum,jacketed
wires, conforming to the National Electric Code, rated for service at +105°C, are to be provided
for electrical connection for each Type I LED signal module.
The signal module on-board circuitry shall include voltage surge protection to withstand
high-repetition noise transients as stated in Section 2.1.6 of NEMA Standard TS-2, 1992.
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LED signal modules shall be operationally compatible with currently used controller assemblies
(solid state load switches, flashers, and conflict monitors).
LED signal modules and associated on-board circuitry must meet Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) Title 47, SubPart B, Section 15 regulations concerning the emission of
electronic noise.
The LED signal module shall provide a power factor of 0.90 or greater.
Total harmonic distortion (current and voltage) induced into an AC power line by a LED signal
module shall not exceed 20 percent.
Quality Assurance
LED signal modules shall be manufactured in accordance with a vendor quality assurance (QA)
program. The QA program shall include two types of quality assurance: (1) design quality
assurance and (2) production quality assurance. The production quality assurance shall include
statistically controlled routine tests to ensure minimum performance levels of LED signal
modules built to meet this specification.
QA process and test results documentation shall be kept on file for a minimum period of seven
years.
LED signal module designs not satisfying design qualification testing and the production quality
assurance testing performance requirements described below shall not be labeled, advertised, or
sold as conforming to this specification.
Manufacturer's Serial Numbers.--Identification of the component and sub-assembly level may
be required if the reliability and performance of the module must be traceable to the original item
manufacturers of the module components and subassemblies.
Production Quality Assurance Testing.--The following Production Quality Assurance tests
shall be performed on each new LED signal module prior to shipment. Failure to meet
requirements of any of these tests shall be cause for rejection. Test results shall be retained by the
manufacturer for warranty purposes for seven years.
Each LED signal module shall be tested for rated initial intensity after burn-in. Burn-in period
shall consist of each signal module being energized at rated voltage for a 30 minute stabilization
period before the measurement is made. A single point measurement with a correlation to the
intensity requirements of Section 1.04 of the VTCSH may be used. The ambient temperature for
this measurement shall be +25°C (+77°F).
Each LED signal module not meeting minimum luminous intensity requirements per Table 1 of
VTCSH shall be cause for rejection.
Each All LED signal module shall be tested for required power factor after burn-in.
Each LED signal module shall be measured for current flow in amperes after burn-in. The
measured current values shall be compared against current values resulting from design
qualification measurements under "Design Qualification Testing". The current flow shall not
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exceed the rated value. The measured ampere values with rated voltage shall be recorded as volt-
ampere (VA) on the product labels.
Each LED signal modules shall be visually inspected for any exterior physical damage or
assembly anomalies. Careful attention shall be paid to the surface of the lens to ensure there are
no scratches (abrasions), cracks, chips, discoloration, or other defects. Any such defects shall be
cause for rejection.
Design Qualification Testing.--Design Qualification testing shall be performed on new LED
signal module designs, and when a major design change has been implemented on an existing
design. The minimum sample quantity of LED signal modules shall be as stated for each test.
Failure to meet requirements for any of these tests shall be cause for rejection.
A random sample of six LED signal modules shall be energized for a minimum of 24 hours, at
100 percent on-time duty cycle, in a temperature of 74°C (+165°F) before performing any design
qualification testing. Any failure within an LED signal module after burn-in shall be cause for
rejection.
Rated Initial Luminous Intensity.--After burn-in, a sample of six LED signal modules shall be
tested for rated initial intensity per the requirements of"Photometric Requirements". Before
measurement, each LED signal module shall be energized at rated voltage, with 100 percent on-
time duty cycle, for a time period of 30 minutes. The ambient temperature for this measurement
shall be 25°C (77°F). The test results for this test shall have recorded the current voltage, total
harmonic distortion (THD), and power factor (PF) associated with each measurement.
Chromaticity (Color).--A sample of two LED signal modues shall be measured for chromaticity
(color) per the requirements of"Chromaticity requirements under "Photometric Requirements."
A spectroradiometer shall be used for this measurement. The ambient temperature fo this
measurement shall be 25°C (77°F).
Electrical.--A sample of six LED signal modules shall be measured for current flow in amperes.
The measured current values shall be used for quality comparison of Production Quality
Assurance current measurement on production modules.
A sample of six LED signal modules shall be measured for power factor. A commercially
available power factor meter may be used to perform this measurement.
A sample of six LED modules shall be measured for total harmonic distortion. A commercially
available total harmonic distortion meter may be used to perform this measurement.
A sample of six LED signal modules shall be tested per the requirements of"Electrical", with
reference to Class A emission limits referenced in Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
Title 47, SubPart B, Section 15.
A sample of six LED signal models shall be tested for compatibility with the controller unit,
conflict monitor, and load switch. Each signal module shall be connected to any AC voltage
supply between the values of 80 and 135 VAC. The AC voltage developed across each LED
signal module so connected shall not exceed 10 volts rms as the input AC voltage is varied from
80 volts rms to 135 volts rms.
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A sample of six LED modules shall be tested for transient immunity per "Electrical"using the
procedure described in NEMA Standard TS-1992.
Mechanical vibration testing shall be performed on a sample of three LED signal modules per
MIL-STD-883, Test Method 2007, using three 4 minute cycles along each x, y, and z axis, at a
force of 2.5 Gs, with a frequency sweep from 2 HZ to 120 HZ. The loosening of the lens, of any
internal components, or other physical damage shall be cause for rejection.
Temperature cycling shall be performed on a sample of three LED signal modules per MIL-
STD-883, Test method 1010. The temperature range shall be per "Environmental Requirements".
A minimum of 20 cycles shall be performed with a 30 minute transfer time between temperature
extremes and a 30 minute dwell time at each temperature. Signal under test shall be non-
operating. Failure of a module to function properly or any evidence of cracking of the module
lens or housing after temperature cycling shall be cause for rejection.
Moisture resistance testing shall be performed on a sample of three LED signal modules per
NEMA Standard 250-1991 for Type 4 enclosures. Any evidence of internal moisture after testing
shall be cause for rejection.
Certificate of Compliance.--The Contractor shall provide the Engineer a Certificate of
Compliance from the manufacturer in accordance with the provisions of Section 6-1.07,
"Certificates of Compliance," of the Standard Specifications. The certificate shall certify that the
LED signal modules comply with the requirements of these specifications. The certificate shall
also include a copy of all applicable test reports on the LED signal modules.
Maintenance Period and Replacement Modules
Two extra modules of each size and type that are furnished for this project shall be delivered to
the Engineer for use as replacements for modules.
Guarantee
LED signal modules shall be guaranteed by the Contractor for a period of one year starting on
the day after the project is accepted by the Engineer. Modules that fail during this period shall be
replaced at no cost to the City, except that City forces will change out the modules in the field.
The replacement modules shall be delivered to the Engineer within five working days after
notification. The failed modules will be made available to the Contractor at the office of the city
engineer.
Warranty
The manufacturer shall provide a written warranty against defects in materials and workmanship
for the LED signal modules for a period of 36 months after installation of the modules.
Replacement modules shall be provided promptly after receipt of modules that have failed at no
cost to the City except cost of shipping of the failed modules. All warranty documentation shall
be given to the Engineer prior to installation.
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PEDESTRIAN SIGNALS
Pedestrian signal shall be Type G with the Z-crate type screen.
Plastic housing will not be permitted.
The hood described in Section 86-4.05D, "Visors", of the Standard Specifications shall be
provided.
PEDESTRIAN PUSH BUTTONS
Pedestrian push buttons shall be Type B. The housing shall be metallic. Push button signs shall
conform to State Standard Plan ES-5C.
SIGNAL MOUNTING ASSEMBLIES
Where a signal face is to be supported by a Type MAS mounting, a side attachment slip-fitter
inserted between the two sections, a spacer or spacers shall be placed between the two sections.
The vertical dimension of spacers shall permit proper seating of the serration between the lip-
fitter and the two sections. Holes in the spacers shall align with the front holes in the section
housings. In addition to the fastening through the large openings in the housings, two sections
shall be joined with at least two bolts through the holes near the front of the housings and
spacers, and through matching holes in a reinforcing plate installed within each housing.
Saucers shall be made of the same material as the signal housings. Reinforcing plates shall be
aluminum with a minimum thickness of 0.125 inches and shall be painted to match the housing.
Bolts for the joining signal sections shall be either stainless steel or cadmium-plated steel with
round or binder heads.
SIGNAL HEAD COVERS
Within one (1) hour of installing a vehicle signal head, said head's lenses shall be covered with
a City-approved hood. Any exceptions to the following shall be approved by the City Engineer
a minimum of 72 hours prior to installation. Each hood shall remain attached to the signal head
under normal outdoor year-round use (including 50 mph winds). Said heads shall remain (or
be replaced as needed) until acceptance of the traffic signal by the City.
DETECTORS
Loop detector sensor units shall be type B rack mounted (2 channel) utilizing sequential scanning
of channels.
Type B sensor units shall conform to the requirements in NEMA Standards for Traffic Control
Systems, Section 7, as described in Publication No. TS1-1983.
Loop wire shall be Type 1.
Loop detector lead-in cable shall be Type B.
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The Contractor shall test the detectors with a motor-driven cycle, as defined in the California
Vehicle Code, that is licensed for street use by the Department of Motor Vehicles of the State
of California. The unladen weight of the vehicle shall not exceed 220 pounds and the engine
displacement shall not exceed 100 cubic centimeters. Special features, components, or vehicles
designed to activate the detector will not be permitted. The Contractor shall provide an operator
who shall drive the motor-driven cycle through the response or detection area of the detector at
not less than 3 miles per hour nor more than 7 miles per hour.
LUMINAIRES
Luminaires shall be General Electric Company or Sierra Lighting Company "Mission Bell"
luminaires with 120 volt, 250 watt high pressure sodium vapor lamps and 90 degree shatter
resistant cutoff lenses per City Standards. The ballast shall be lead or lag, regulator type.
Fuse to be 10-amp Bussman No. FNM 10. Fuse holder to be Bussman No. HEB-AA.
The reflector shall be specifically designed to produce an ANSI, IES medium, cutoff, Type III
light distribution when used with a 200 or 250 watt high pressure sodium lamp.
PHOTOELECTRIC CONTROL
Type V photoelectric controls, contactor, and test switch shall be incorporated in the Type III
service enclosure.
The photoelectric unit shall provide an output in response to changing light levels and shall have
a minimum built-in time delay of fifteen (15) seconds. The response level shall remain stable
throughout the life of the control unit.
The control unit shall contain a solid state photoelectric cell suitable for operation with 120V or
240V line supply as noted on the plans. The unit shall have a minimum rated load capacity of
1,000 volt-amperes.
The control unit shall have an ON/OFF ratio of one (1) to one and one-quarter (1-1/4)
footcandles.
PAYMENT
The traffic signal installation shall be complete. Notwithstanding discrepancies, or
incompleteness or inaccuracies between the state Standard Specifications, these Special
Provisions and the Plans, it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to provide and install
the proper and necessary quantities of items to result in a complete, workable, and fully
operating traffic signal and lighting installation.
The lump sum price for this item shall include all labor, materials, tools, equipment, incidentals,
poles, foundations, painting, controller installation, cable, conduit, hardware, testing, and
appurtenances including interconnect conduit with pull rope and pull boxes as shown on the
construction plans, loop detectors, and testing, necessary to install complete and in full operation
the traffic signal as specified, and no additional compensation shall be made.
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BID ITEM 2 - CONCRETE SIDEWALK AND WHEELCHAIR RAMPS
This bid item shall consist of the furnishing and placing of Portland cement concrete sidewalk
and wheelchair ramps to the lines and grades shown on the plans. This item shall include the
removal and relocation of existing irrigation lines/sprinkler heads, and existing landscape as
required. The concrete sidewalk and wheelchair ramps shall be placed on a 4 inch thick
compacted crushed aggregate base.
The concrete sidewalk shall be constructed in conformance to Section 201, 303-5 and 400 of the
Standard Specifications, and Standard Plans 1205, and 1803 of the Orange County
Environmental Management Agency.
Wheelchair ramps, except where shown on the plan, shall conform to San Juan Capistrano
Standard Drawing No. 336.
PAYMENT
The unit price for this item shall include all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals
necessary to construct the concrete sidewalk and wheel chair ramps on compacted aggregate base
as specified, and no additional compensation shall be made.
BID ITEM 3 - CONTROL OF TRAFFIC
CONTROL OF TRAFFIC AND DETOURS
Control of traffic shall conform to the requirements in Subsection 7-10, "Public Convenience
and Safety", of the Standard Specifications, Section 13 of the Special Provisions, and the
stipulations set forth in this article.
The Contractor shall provide and maintain all signs, barricades, flashers, delineators, and other
necessary facilities for the protection of the motoring public, pedestrian (general and/or school
related), equestrian, and bicycle traffic in accordance with the design engineer's plans and/or
any requirements as deemed necessary by the City within the limits of the construction area.
He shall also post proper signs to notify the public regarding detours and conditions of the
roadway, all in accordance with the provisions of the Vehicle Code and the current State of
California Department of Transportation "Manual of Warning Signs, Lights, and Devices for
Use in Performance of Work Upon Highways".
Portable delineators shall be spaced as necessary for proper delineation of the travel way. The
maximum spacing between delineators in a taper should be approximately equal in feet to the
speed limit, except that the maximum spacing shall not exceed 50 feet.
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When used for lane closures, the fluorescent traffic cones or portable delineators shall be placed
at intervals not to exceed the following:
Edge of closed lane
On Tangent 100 feet
On Curves 75 feet
If the traffic cones or portable delineators are damaged, or are not in an upright position, from
any cause, said cones or portable delineators shall immediately be replaced or restored to their
original location, in an upright position, by the Contractor.
The Contractor shall furnish such flagmen as are necessary to give adequate warning to traffic
or to the public of any dangerous conditions to be encountered. Flagmen, while on duty are
assigned to give warning to the public that the highway is under construction and of any
dangerous conditions to be encountered as a result thereof and shall perform their duties and
shall be provided with the necessary equipment in accordance with the current "Instructions to
Flagmen" of the Department of Transportation. The equipment shall be furnished and kept clean
and in good repair by the Contractor, at his expense.
Should the Contractor appear to be neglectful or negligent in furnishing warning and protective
measures as above provided, the Engineer may direct attention to the existence of a hazard, and
the necessary warning and protective measures shall be furnished and installed by the Contractor,
at his expense. Should the Engineer point out the inadequacy of warning and protective
measures, such action on the part of the Engineer shall not relieve the Contractor from
responsibility for public safety or abrogate his obligation to furnish and pay for these devices.
The Contractor shall conduct his operations so as to provide reasonable access to the adjacent
properties and have no greater length or quantity of work under construction than he can
properly prosecute with a minimum of inconvenience to the public and other contractors engaged
on adjacent or related work.
When entering or leaving roadways carrying public traffic, the Contractor's equipment, whether
empty or loaded, shall in all cases yield to public traffic.
Spillage resulting from hauling operations along or across any public traveled way shall be
removed immediately by the Contractor at his expense.
All existing stop signs and street signs shall be maintained in visible locations during
construction and permanently relocated or removed as directed by the Engineer. Signs which
need not be maintained during construction or permanently relocated shall be removed or
salvaged as determined by the Engineer.
When closing lane(s) on arterial highway, the Contractor shall use mobile flasher arrow boards.
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PAYMENT
The lump sum price for this item shall include all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and
incidentals necessary to control traffic during the entire project period, and no additional
compensation shall be made.
BID ITEM 4 - SIGNING AND STRIPING
REMOVE PAVEMENT STRIPES, MARKINGS, AND RAISED PAVEMENT MARKERS
When wet sandblasting is used, street shall be swept clean of all material/debris immediately
after completion of pavement marking(s) removal or at the end of the work day (whichever is
first) and hauled off at Contractor's expense. This expense shall be included in the lump sum
bid price.
Traffic stripes shall be removed before any change is made in the traffic pattern and before
painting new stripes and markings.
Where wet sandblasting is used for the removal of traffic stripes and pavement markings or for
removal of objectionable material, and such removal operation is being performed within ten
feet of a lane occupied by public traffic, the residue including dust shall be removed
immediately after contact between the sand and the surface being treated.
Nothing in these Special Provisions shall relieve the Contractor from his responsibilities as
provided in Subsection 7-10, "Public Convenience and Safety", of the Standard Specifications
for Public Works Construction.
INSTALL PAVEMENT STRIPES, MARKINGS, AND RAISED PAVEMENT MARKERS
The Contractor shall furnish and apply traffic stripes and pavement markings shown on the
plans or where directed by the Engineer. Placement of striping and markings shall conform to
the requirements of section 84-1 and 84-3 of the Caltrans Standard Specifications and these
Special Provisions.
Two applications of paint shall be made for all striping and markings. A minimum of seven
(7) days but no more than fourteen (14) days shall be provided between first and second coats.
Striping/marking shall be cattracked and approved by City Engineer prior to installation of
first coat.
Water "Bourne" paint shall not be used.
The Contractor shall be responsible for the completeness and accuracy of all layout alignment
and spotting. Traffic striping shall not vary more than 1/2 inch in 50 feet from the alignment
shown on the plans. Prior to use by traffic, the Contractor shall mark, or otherwise delineate,
the new traffic lanes after the removal of the existing striping and markings. First application
of final striping/markings shall be installed and traffic worthy a minimum of 24 hours prior to
signal controller being turned on for City acceptance. No street shall be without the proper
striping/delineation overnight or during the weekend.
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INSTALL ROADSIDE SIGNS
Roadside signs shall be installed at the locations shown on the plans or where directed by the
Engineer, and shall conform to the details shown on the plans and the provisions in Section 56-
2, "Roadside Signs", of the Standard Specifications.
Roadside sign posts shall be 3 lb./ft. hot dipped galvanized, hot rolled high carbon, rail steel
with 3/8" holes on 1" centers, full length.
REMOVE ROADSIDE SIGNS
Existing roadside signs, at locations shown on the plans to be removed, shall be salvaged and
delivered to the City Maintenance Yard located at 32400 Paseo Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano.
Existing roadside signs shall not be removed until replacement signs have been installed or
until the existing signs are no longer required for the direction of public traffic, unless
otherwise directed by the Engineer.
RELOCATE ROADSIDE SIGNS
Existing roadside signs shall be removed and installed at new locations shown on the plans.
Each roadside sign shall be installed at the new location on the same day said sign is removed
from its original location.
PAYMENT
The lump sum price for all traffic signing and striping work shall include all labor, materials,
tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary for doing the work shown on the plans and
specified in the Standard Specifications and in these Special Provisions and as directed by the
Engineer, and no additional compensation shall be made.
CLEARING GRUBBING AND REMOVAL OF OBSTRUCTIONS
Clearing and grubbing shall consist of clearing natural ground surfaces of all vegetable growth
and objectionable materials within the limits of construction in accordance with the provisions
of Section 300-1 of the Standard Specifications and in accordance with the plans and these
Detail Specifications and as directed by the Engineer.
Clearing and grubbing shall also include the removal and disposal of all miscellaneous
concrete, pipes, hardware, timber, rubble, or any other objectionable material encountered
beneath the ground surface as a result of grading or trenching operations connected with the
construction of the project improvements.
The Contractor shall protect all existing structures of facilities which are adjacent to, but do
not fall within, the limits of the work to be done under this contract, in accordance with
Sections 7-9 and 300-1 of the Standard Specifications. This item shall also include those
structures and facilities which the plans show to be protected. Any structure or facility to be
protected, which is damaged as a result of the Contractor's construction operation shall be
replaced by the
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Contractor, at his costs, to the satisfaction of the Engineer
The Contractor shall protect all utilities, trees, fences, walls, and other facilities within the
construction zone (except those specifically directed by the Engineer to be moved or relocated)
in accordance with Sections 7-9 and 300-1 of the Standard Specifications. This item shall also
include those structures and facilities which the plans show to be protected. Any structure or
facility to be protected, which is damaged as a result of the Contractor's construction operation,
shall be replaced by the Contractor, at his costs, to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
Clearing and grubbing shall also be the removal, relocation, adjusting, salvaging, disposal (at
a site obtained by the Contractor and to be done at the close of each work day), or protecting
of all facilities so indicated on the plans or specified in the Detail Specifications and Special
Provisions and include (but not be limited to):
I. Trash, debris, and fences, whether or not specifically indicated on the Plans or otherwise
shown; and
2. Deleterious materials; and
3. Sawcutting of concrete and asphalt concrete; and
4. Furnishing and applying water and its resultant runoff; and
5. Clean-up and dust control; and
6. Maintenance of project appearance; and
7. Tree/Shrub Removal
Tree/shrub removal shall include felling of trees, grinding the stump, removal of all
wood, limbs debris, and area cleanup. Stumps shall be ground to a minimum of three
(3) feet below the existing ground surface or subgrade, whichever is deeper. Stump
holes shall be backfilled and compacted with excess soil and raked level with existing
grade. When stumps are not ground the same day as the tree removal, stumps shall be
left five (5) feet above parkway grade, or adequate warning device shall be placed over
the stump until grinding is completed. All damaging or potentially damaging tree roots
shall be pruned or shaved as specified in these Special Provisions.
Tree/shrub trimming to provide a minimum 7 foot vertical clearance over sidewalk.
Tree/shrub trimming to provide a minimum 15 foot vertical clearance over pavement.
Tree trimming to provide sufficient sight distance of at least two (2) signal heads for
through lanes and one (1) signal head for left-turn lanes; and
8. The removal and disposal of any additional items not specifically mentioned which may
be found within the work limits.
Note: Clearing and grubbing material shall be hauled away the same day and disposed
of at a site obtained by the Contractor.
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PAYMENT
The price for this item shall be included in the signals and lighting bid item and shall include all
labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary to clear and grub, and no additional
compensation shall be made.
BID ITEM 5 - STREET NAME SIGNS
All street name sign assemblies shall be approved by the Office of Structures and shall be
manufactured in accordance with the following requirements or their equivalent (as approved by the
Engineer).
All items shall be new with the material and workmanship of the best quality for the purpose.
REFLECTIVE SHEETING MATERIAL
Reflective sheeting material shall be 3M Diamond Grade (prismatic lens sheeting).
BACKGROUND
The background shall be reflective 3M transparent process ink No. 887 (brown).
BASE METAL
The base metal substrate shall be new sheet aluminum 3003-H14 or 5052-H32. The thickness of
all aluminum shall be .050 inches. The materials shall be subject to inspection prior to degreasing
and chromate conversion coating operations. Alloy and temper designations shall be verified by
mill test certifications.
All sign panel edges shall be shear-trimmed or roll-slit to produce neat edges and square corners.
Sign panel edges shall be straight within 1/32 inch from the straight plane. Edge delamination or
incomplete coverage of the base metal substrate up to and coincident with the cut edge of the sign
panel shall be sufficient basis for rejection of the entire sign panel.
For pretreatment, all treatment tanks and/or spray applied systems must be performed on the sign
manufacturer's premises to ensure proper adhesion of reflective sheeting materials. If pretreatment
is performed by immersion methods, the tanks must be sufficient size to accommodate the compete
panel. Titration equipment shall be available for inspectors to check the solution strengths. The
cleaned and coated base metal shall be handled only by a mechanical device or by operators
wearing clean cotton or rubber gloves. After cleaning and coating operations, the panels shall be
protected at all times from contact or exposure to grease, oils, dust, or other contaminates.
The front and back surfaces of the aluminum base metal shall be cleaned, deoxidized, and coated
with a light, tightly adherent chromate conversion coating, free of any powdery residue. The base
metal pretreatment process shall be in conformance with Section 5, "Recommended Processing
Methods" of ASTM Designation B-449. The coating weight shall be (30-100 mg./sq. ft.), A Class
1 coating.
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SIGN MESSAGE
Sign manufacturer shall furnish a design for each sign, to the City, for written approval prior
to the manufacture of any sign, including but not limited to):
Letter Size:
8-inch upper case Series C
6-inch lower case Series C
Styles:
Federal Highway Series
Arrows:
Border:
1-inch
Block Numbers:
3-inch Series C
Directories (i.e., City Hall, Post Office, etc.):
4-inch upper case Series C
3-inch lower case Series C
"NO OUTLET":
3-inch upper case Series C
Or as deemed necessary by the City.
The sign manufacturer has the option of applied or reverse/direct silk screened.
SIGN FRAME AND PANEL CONSTRUCTION
The frame shall be aluminum channel extrusion, 1.25 inches x 1.25 inches x .125 inch thickness,
alloy 6063-T5. All joints of the aluminum channel shall be meter cut to form a 45 degree angle
at each corner. The frame shall be welded with an inert gas shielded arc welding process using
4043 electrode filler wire in accordance with good shop practices. The width of.the filler wire
shall be equal to the wall thickness of the channel being welded.
The top of the frame will have two 2-inch x 2-inch x .250-inch wall thickness channel members
welded and fastened to the frame with stainless steel bolt, washer, ny-lock nuts and cotter pins.
An adjustable swing assembly will be attached to these members.
A sign panel shall be fastened to both sides of the channel frame to make a double-faced unit.
Each sign panel must be a continuous sheet with no vertical or horizontal splices to make up one
panel.
The sign panels shall be affixed to the frame with 3/16 inch diameter blind pop rivets alloy
5052. They must be aluminum approved. The exposed face of the rivet shall be of similar
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shade and compatible with the face color of the finished sign. The rivets shall be placed through
the face of the sign with the wall of the channel placed against the back of the sign panel.
Rivets shall be placed no closer than 1/2 inch from the edge of the sign panel and a minimum
of 8 inches apart from one another. All rivets must penetrate the web of the channel frame for
proper grip strength between sign panel and frame.
The swing hinge is attached to the 2-inch x 2-inch channel member with a 1/4-inch stainless steel
bolt and bronze bushing, then secured with a ny-lock nut.
MOUNTING ASSEMBLIES
The top of the sign frame shall have two free swinging mounting brackets. They shall be of all
aluminum, bronze, or stainless steel parts. Each of the swing brackets shall be adjustable
vertically for leveling the sign. The bracket assembly shall permit the full assembly to swing
perpendicular to the support hardware.
The hardware used to attach the sign and swing assembly to the mast arm shall be a three-piece
telescoping design. Its minimum adjustable range shall be from at least (but no greater than)
12 inches to at least (but not less than) 28 inches, on a maximum of 1 inch increments (without
additional adapters required). Each inside tube shall fit firmly within the outer and slide
smoothly. Safety tabs shall be located on the ends of each tube so as to not allow the tubes to
completely separate from each other during shipping or installation. Tubing design shall be of
a design and made of materials to meet any and all structural standards (to provide a life
expectancy of 50 years under worst case weather conditions) determined by the State of
California for the construction of traffic signals and their appurtenances.
When the installation of the assembly to the mast arm is complete, the assembly should swing
freely 90 degrees in both directions (when moved by the installer) without any binding or
hindrance felt so that the assembly will move freely under normal weather conditions.
FINISHED SIGNS
The finished sign shall be flat within a ratio of 0.04 inches per linear foot when measured across
the plane of each panel from opposite corners or at any location on the panel. All finished signs
shall have a smooth flat surface without defects or objectionable marks of any kind on either the
front or the back faces. All letters and designs shall be clearly cut and sharply defined.
The appearance of the sign face shall be uniform throughout and shall be free of wrinkles, gel,
hand spots, streaks, extrusion marks, air bubbles, or blemishes that may impair the serviceability
or detract from the general appearance or color matching of the sign when viewed from a
distance of twenty-five (25) feet.
The finished sign shall be clean and free from all burrs, sharp edges, loose rivets, aluminum
marks.
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INSPECTION
The sign manufacturer shall maintain and, on request, provide the City with records of any and
all testing and their results and coating process, including (but not limited to) alloy verification,
pretreatment, adhesive identification; and processing temperatures for each production lot.
INSTALLATION
Installation of each sign assembly shall be per the sign manufacturer's specifications and all
Caltrans standards. Any deviations (without prior written approval by the Engineer) shall be
cause for rejection.
PACKAGING
Packaging must be in accordance with the sheeting manufacturer's specifications. All signs shall
be packaged in such a manner to ensure delivery in perfect condition and shall be suitably
protected for proper shipment and storage until installation of the assembly.
ACCEPTANCE
Signs with any defects or damage that affects their appearance and/or serviceability in
accordance with any standard above will not be accepted by the City. Any replacement shall
be installed prior to acceptance of the project by the City.
PAYMENT
The price for this item shall include the cost for the manufacture, delivery, and installation
(which includes all labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidentals necessary for doing the
work) of all signs shown on the plans and/or as indicated on the bid sheet. No additional
compensation shall be made for any signs rejected by the City in accordance with this
Acceptance Section or as determined by the Engineer.
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APPENDIX
APPENDIX
SECTION 1
THE FOLLOWING APPLICABLE
STANDARD DRAWINGS ARE
INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE.
CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO STANDARD DRAWINGS.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA STANDARD PLANS.
ORANGE COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGENCY STANDARD PLANS
PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT WARRANTY
On 119 , the City of San Juan
Capistrano, hereinafter "City" accepted as completed and meeting the standards of City, the
following public improvement(s):
built and constructed by or for
hereinafter "Contractor".
Contractor hereby warrants and guarantees the aforementioned public improvement as
to the material used and workmanship performed for a period of one (1) year following the
date set forth above.
In the event of a defect, malfunction, or failure to conform to the improvement
specifications and all applicable local standards, the Contractor shall repair or replace said
improvements at Contractor's own and sole expense within a reasonable time from notice of
the defect from City, as identified in the contract specifications. Should Contractor fail to cure
any defect within a reasonable period of time, Contractor agrees to reimburse City for any and
all costs of City's efforts to cure any defect once City has provided notice to the Contractor
of the defect and the City's intent to cure such defect.
Should litigation be necessary to enforce the provisions of this warranty, the prevailing
party shall be entitled to reimbursement for attorneys' fees and court and related costs.