PROJECT MANUAL FENCING FOR PEPSI WATER TANK & ROCKTOWN WATER TANK FOR TOWN OF KINGSTREE KINGSTREE, SOUTH CAROLINA

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1 PROJECT MANUAL FENCING FOR PEPSI WATER TANK & ROCKTOWN WATER TANK FOR TOWN OF KINGSTREE KINGSTREE, SOUTH CAROLINA APRIL 2016

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS PROJECT MANUAL FENCING FOR PEPSI WATER TANK & ROCKTOWN WATER TANK FOR TOWN OF KINGSTREE KINGSTREE, SOUTH CAROLINA DIVISION 0 - BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS Table of Contents Advertisement for Bids Bid Form Contract Notice to Proceed South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act Contractor Certification DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK Chain Link Fences & Gates TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 SECTION ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Owner: Town of Kingstree Separate sealed bids for the Fencing for the Pepsi Water Tank & Rocktown Water Tank for the Town of Kingstree will be received at Kingstree Town Hall, 401 North Longstreet Street, Kingstree, SC until 2:00 PM on May 5, 2016, and will be opened and read. The work to be completed as a part of this project consists of providing all required materials, equipment. and labor necessary to remove existing fencing and gates and install new fencing and gates at the existing Pepsi Water Tank and Rocktown Water Tank. The Contract Documents may be examined at the following location: Owner: 401 North Longstreet Street, Kingstree, SC No bid will be considered unless the bidder is legally qualified under the provisions of the South Carolina Contractor s Licensing Law (South Carolina Code of Laws as amended on April 1, 1999, Chapter 11, Sections through ). No bidder may withdraw the bid within sixty (60) days after the actual date of the opening and thereof. The Owner reserves the right to waive any informality or to reject any or all bids. ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

4 SECTION BID FORM FENCING FOR PEPSI WATER TANK & ROCKTOWN WATER TANK FOR TOWN OF KINGSTREE, SC TABLE OF ARTICLES ARTICLE 1 BID RECIPIENT... 2 ARTICLE 2 BIDDER S ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS... 2 ARTICLE 3 BIDDER S REPRESENTATIONS... 2 ARTICLE 4 FURTHER REPRESENTATIONS... 3 ARTICLE 5 BASIS OF BID... 3 ARTICLE 6 TIME OF COMPLETION... 4 ARTICLE 7 ATTACHMENTS TO THIS BID... 4 ARTICLE 8 BID SUBMITTAL... 4 BID FORM

5 ARTICLE 1 - BID RECIPIENT 1.01 This Bid is submitted to: Town of Kingstree, 401 North Longstreet Street, Kingstree, SC Bids are to be delivered to: Town of Kingstree, 401 North Longstreet Street, Kingstree, SC The undersigned Bidder proposes and agrees, if this Bid is accepted, to enter into an Agreement with Owner in the form included in the Bidding Documents to perform all Work as specified or indicated in the Bidding Documents for the prices and within the times indicated in this Bid and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Bidding Documents. ARTICLE 2 - BIDDER'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS 2.01 Bidder accepts all of the terms and conditions of the Instructions to Bidders, including without limitation those dealing with the disposition of Bid security. This Bid will remain subject to acceptance for sixty (60) days after the Bid opening, or for such longer period of time that Bidder may agree to in writing upon request of Owner. ARTICLE 3 - BIDDER'S REPRESENTATIONS 3.01 In submitting this Bid, Bidder represents that: A. Bidder has examined and carefully studied the Bidding Documents, the other related data identified in the Bidding Documents, and the following Addenda, receipt of which is hereby acknowledged. Addendum No. Addendum Date Initials B. Bidder has visited the Site and become familiar with and is satisfied as to the general, local and Site conditions that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the Work. C. Bidder is familiar with and is satisfied as to all federal, state and local Laws and Regulations that may affect cost, progress and performance of the Work. D. Bidder has carefully studied all physical conditions in or relating to existing surface or subsurface structures at or contiguous to the Site (except Underground Facilities). E. Bidder has obtained and carefully studied (or accepts the consequences for not doing so) all additional or supplementary examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies and data concerning conditions (surface, subsurface and Underground Facilities) at or contiguous to the Site, which may affect cost, progress, or performance of the Work or which relate to any aspect of the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures of construction to be employed by Bidder, including applying the specific means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures of construction expressly required by the Bidding Documents to be employed by Bidder, and safety precautions and programs incident thereto. F. Bidder does not consider that any further examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, or data are necessary for the determination of this Bid for performance of the Work at the price(s) bid and within the times and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Bidding Documents. BID FORM

6 G. Bidder is aware of the general nature of work to be performed by Owner and others at the Site that relates to the Work as indicated in the Bidding Documents. H. Bidder has correlated the information known to Bidder, information and observations obtained from visits to the Site, reports and drawings identified in the Bidding Documents, and all additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, and data with the Bidding Documents. I. Bidder has given Owner written notice of all conflicts, errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies that Bidder has discovered in the Bidding Documents, and the written resolution thereof by Engineer is acceptable to Bidder. J. The Bidding Documents are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for the performance of the Work for which this Bid is submitted. K. Bidder will submit written evidence of its authority to do business in the state where the Project is located not later than the date of its execution of the Agreement. ARTICLE 4 - FURTHER REPRESENTATIONS 4.01 Bidder further represents that: A. This Bid is genuine and not made in the interest of or on behalf of any undisclosed individual or entity and is not submitted in conformity with any agreement or rules of any group, association, organization or corporation. B. Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to submit a false or sham Bid. C. Bidder has not solicited or induced any individual or entity to refrain from bidding. D. Bidder has not sought by collusion to obtain for itself any advantage over any other Bidder or over Owner. ARTICLE 5 - BASIS OF BID 5.01 Bidder will complete the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents for the following unit prices: Item No. Description Unit Estimated Quantity Unit Price Bid Price 1 Remove & Dispose of Existing Fencing & Gates LS 1 $ $ 2 New 6-Foot High Chain Link Fence w/ 3-Strand Barb Wire (including posts, foundations & related work) LF 796 $ $ 3 12-Foot Double Swing Gate & Accessories EA 2 $ $ Total Bid: $ Dollars Cents BID FORM

7 Amounts are to be shown in both words and figures. In case of discrepancy, the amount shown in words will govern. The above unit prices shall include all labor, materials, bailing, shoring, removal, overhead, profit, insurance, etc., to complete the finish work as stipulated in the Bid Documents. Bidder acknowledges that estimated quantities are not guaranteed, and are solely for the purpose of comparison of Bids, and final payment for all Unit Price Bid items will be based on actual quantities. ARTICLE 6 - TIME OF COMPLETION 6.01 The time by which the Work is to be completed is as follows: Fencing for the Pepsi Water Tank & Rocktown Water Tank for the Town of Kingstree is to be substantially completed within thirty (30) days after the date when the contract time commences to run as provided in the Notice to Proceed, and completed and ready for final payment within ten (10) days thereafter. ARTICLE 7 - ATTACHMENTS TO THIS BID 7.01 The following documents are attached to and made a condition of this Bid: A. South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act Contractor Certification ARTICLE 8 - BID SUBMITTAL 8.01 This Bid submitted by: An Individual Name (typed or printed): By: (Individual s signature) Title: Doing business as: (SEAL) A Partnership Partnership Name: (SEAL) By: (Signature of general partner -- attach evidence of authority to sign) Title: Name (typed or printed): A Corporation Corporation Name: State of Incorporation: (SEAL) BID FORM

8 Type (General Business, Professional, Service, Limited Liability): By: (Signature -- attach evidence of authority to sign) Name (typed or printed): Title: Attest Date of Authorization to do business in [South Carolina] is / /. (CORPORATE SEAL) A Joint Venture Name of Joint Venture: First Joint Venturer Name: (SEAL) By: (Signature of first joint venture partner -- attach evidence of authority to sign) Name (typed or printed): Title: Second Joint Venturer Name: (SEAL) By: (Signature of second joint venture partner -- attach evidence of authority to sign) Name (typed or printed): Title: (Each joint venturer must sign. The manner of signing for each individual, partnership, and corporation that is a party to the joint venture should be in the manner indicated above.) Bidder's Business Address Telephone No.: Fax No.: SUBMITTED on, BID FORM

9 SECTION CONTRACT THIS AGREEMENT is by and between (hereinafter called Owner ) and doing business as an individual/a partnership/a corporation/a joint venture (strike out inapplicable terms), with its primary office in,. Owner and Contractor, in consideration of the mutual covenants set forth herein, agree as follows: ARTICLE 1 - WORK 1.01 Contractor shall complete all Work as specified or indicated in the Contract Documents. The Work is generally described as follows: Fencing for Pepsi Water Tank & Rocktown Water Tank ARTICLE 2 - THE PROJECT 2.01 The Project for which the Work under the Contract Documents may be the whole or only a part is generally described as follows: Fencing for Pepsi Water Tank & Rocktown Water ARTICLE 3 - ENGINEER 3.01 There is no Engineer for this Project. The Owner will assume all duties and responsibilities, and have the rights and authority assigned to Engineer in the Contract Documents in connection with the completion of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents. ARTICLE 4 - CONTRACT TIMES 4.01 Time of the Essence A. All time limits for Milestones for final payment as stated in the Contract Documents are of the essence of the Contract Dates for Substantial Completion and Final Payment A. Contractor agrees that the work: Fencing for the Pepsi Water Tank & Rocktown Water Tank Improvements for the Town of Kingstree is to be substantially completed within thirty (30) days after the date when the contract time commences to run as provided in the Notice to Proceed, and completed and ready for final payment in accordance with the general conditions within ten (10) days thereafter. CONTRACT

10 4.03 Liquidated Damages A. Contractor and Owner recognize that time is of the essence of this Agreement and that Owner will suffer financial loss if the Work is not completed within the times specified in Paragraph 4.02 above, plus any extensions thereof allowed. The parties also recognize the delays, expense, and difficulties involved in proving in a legal or arbitration proceeding the actual loss suffered by Owner if the Work is not completed on time. Accordingly, instead of requiring any such proof, Owner and Contractor agree that as liquidated damages for delay (but not as a penalty), Contractor shall pay Owner $50 for each day that expires after the time specified in Paragraph 4.02 for completion and readiness for final payment until the Work is completed and ready for final payment. ARTICLE 5 - CONTRACT PRICE 5.01 Owner shall pay Contractor for completion of the Work in accordance with the Contract Documents an amount in current funds equal to the sum of the amounts determined pursuant to Paragraphs 5.01.A below: A. For all Unit Price Work, an amount equal to the sum of the established unit price for each separately identified item of Unit Price Work times the estimated quantity of that item as indicated in the Bid Form attached hereto as part of these Contract Documents. ARTICLE 6 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES 6.01 Submittal and Processing of Payments A. Contractor shall submit Applications for Payment which will be processed by Owner Progress Payments; Retainage A. Owner shall make progress payments on account of the Contract Price on the basis of Contractor s Applications for Payment on or about the 15th day of each month during performance of the Work as provided in Paragraphs 6.02.A.1 and 6.02.A.2 below. All such payments will be measured by the schedule of values established in the Bid Form (and in the case of Unit Price Work based on the number of units completed) or, in the event there is no schedule of values, as provided in the General Requirements: 1. Prior to Substantial Completion, progress payments will be made in an amount equal to the percentage indicated below but, in each case, less the aggregate of payments previously made and less such amounts as Engineer may determine or Owner may withhold, including but not limited to liquidated damages: a. 90% of Work completed (with the balance being Retainage). If the Work has been 50% completed as determined by Engineer, and if the character and progress of the Work have been satisfactory to Owner and Engineer, Owner, on recommendation of Engineer, may determine that as long as the character and progress of the Work remain satisfactory to them, there will be no additional Retainage. b. 90% of cost of materials and equipment not incorporated in the Work (with the balance being Retainage). CONTRACT

11 6.03 Final Payment 2. Upon Substantial Completion, Owner shall pay an amount sufficient to increase total payments to Contractor to 95% of the Work completed, less such amounts as may be estimated of the value of Work to be completed or corrected as shown on the tentative list of items to be completed or corrected attached to the certificate of Substantial Completion. A. Upon final completion and acceptance of the Work, Owner shall pay the remainder of the Contract. ARTICLE 7 - INTEREST 7.01 All moneys not paid when due shall bear interest at the rate of 1-1/2% per annum. ARTICLE 8 CONTRACTOR S REPRESENTATIONS 8.01 In order to induce Owner to enter into this Agreement Contractor makes the following representations: A. Contractor has examined and carefully studied the Contract Documents and the other related data identified in the Bidding Documents. B. Contractor has visited the Site and become familiar with and is satisfied as to the general, local, and Site conditions that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the Work. C. Contractor is familiar with and is satisfied as to all federal, state, and local Laws and Regulations that may affect cost, progress, and performance of the Work. D. Contractor has obtained and carefully studied (or assumes responsibility for doing so) all examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, and data concerning conditions (surface, subsurface, and Underground Facilities) at or contiguous to the Site which may affect cost, progress, or performance of the Work or which relate to any aspect of the means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures of construction to be employed by Contractor, including any specific means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures of construction expressly required by the Bidding Documents, and safety precautions and programs incident thereto. E. Contractor does not consider that any further examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, or data are necessary for the performance of the Work at the Contract Price, within the Contract Times, and in accordance with the other terms and conditions of the Contract Documents. F. Contractor is aware of the general nature of work to be performed by Owner and others at the Site that relates to the Work as indicated in the Contract Documents. G. Contractor has correlated the information known to Contractor, information and observations obtained from visits to the Site, reports and drawings identified in the Contract Documents, and all additional examinations, investigations, explorations, tests, studies, and data with the Contract Documents. H. Contractor has given Owner written notice of all conflicts, errors, ambiguities, or discrepancies that Contractor has discovered in the Contract Documents, and the written resolution thereof by Owner is acceptable to Contractor. CONTRACT

12 I. The Contract Documents are generally sufficient to indicate and convey understanding of all terms and conditions for performance and furnishing of the Work. ARTICLE 9 - CONTRACT DOCUMENTS 9.01 Contents A. The Contract Documents consist of the following: 1. This Agreement (Section 00520). 2. Exhibits to this Agreement (enumerated as follows): a. Contractor s Bid (Section 00410) 6. The following which may be delivered or issued on or after the Effective Date of the Agreement and are not attached hereto: a. Notice to Proceed (Section 00550). B. The documents listed in Paragraph 9.01.A are attached to this Agreement (except as expressly noted otherwise above). C. There are no Contract Documents other than those listed above in this Article 9. ARTICLE 10 - MISCELLANEOUS Terms A. Terms used in this Agreement will have the meanings stated in the General Conditions Assignment of Contract A. No assignment by a party hereto of any rights under or interests in the Contract will be binding on another party hereto without the written consent of the party sought to be bound; and, specifically but without limitation, moneys that may become due and moneys that are due may not be assigned without such consent (except to the extent that the effect of this restriction may be limited by law), and unless specifically stated to the contrary in any written consent to an assignment, no assignment will release or discharge the assignor from any duty or responsibility under the Contract Documents Successors and Assigns A. Owner and Contractor each binds itself, its partners, successors, assigns, and legal representatives to the other party hereto, its partners, successors, assigns, and legal representatives in respect to all covenants, agreements, and obligations contained in the Contract Documents Severability A. Any provision or part of the Contract Documents held to be void or unenforceable under any Law or Regulation shall be deemed stricken, and all remaining provisions shall continue to be valid and binding upon Owner and Contractor, who agree that the Contract Documents shall CONTRACT

13 be reformed to replace such stricken provision or part thereof with a valid and enforceable provision that comes as close as possible to expressing the intention of the stricken provision. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Owner and Contractor have signed this Agreement. One counterpart each has been delivered to Owner and Contractor. All portions of the Contract Documents have been signed or identified by Owner and Contractor or on their behalf. This Agreement will be effective on this day of, 2016 (which is the Effective Date of the Agreement). OWNER: Town of Kingstree CONTRACTOR: By: Title: By: Title: [CORPORATE SEAL] Attest: Title: Address for giving notices: [CORPORATE SEAL] Attest : Title: Address for giving notices: 401 North Longstreet Street Kingstree, SC License No.: (Where applicable) Agent for service or process: CONTRACT

14 SECTION NOTICE TO PROCEED Dated: Project: Fencing for Pepsi Water Tank & Rocktown Water Tank Owner: Town of Kingstree Owner's Contract No.: Contract: Fencing for Pepsi Water Tank & Rocktown Water Tank Engineer's Project No.: P Contractor: Contractor's Address: You are notified that the Contract Times under the above contract will commence to run on. On or before that date, you are to start performing your obligations under the Contract Documents. In accordance with Article 4 of the Agreement, the date of Substantial Completion is and the date of readiness for final payment is. Before you may start any Work at the Site, Paragraph 2.01.B of the General Conditions provides that you and Owner must each deliver to the other (with copies to Engineer and other identified additional insureds) certificates of insurance which each is required to purchase and maintain in accordance with the Contract Documents. Contractor Owner Town of Kingstree by: Authorized Signature Title Given by: Authorized Signature Manager Title Date Date NOTICE TO PROCEED

15 03/2009 SOUTH CAROLINA ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION REFORM ACT CONTRACTOR CERTIFICATION In accordance with the requirements of the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act, ( Contractor ) hereby certifies that it is currently in compliance with the requirements of Title 8, Chapter 14 of the S.C. Code Annotated and will remain in compliance with such requirements throughout the term of its contract with ( Owner ). Contractor hereby acknowledges that in order to comply with requirements of S.C. Code Annotated Section (B), it will: 1. Register and participate in the federal work authorization program (E-Verify) to verify the employment authorization of all new employees; and require agreement from its subcontractors, and through the subcontractors, the sub-subcontractors, to register and participate in the federal verification the employment authorization of all new employees. OR 2. Employ only workers who: a. Possess a valid South Carolina driver s license or identification card issued by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles; or b. are eligible to obtain a South Carolina driver s license or identification card in that they meet the requirements set forth in S.C. Code Annotated Sections through ; or c. possess a valid driver s license or identification card from another state where the license requirements are at least as strict as those in South Carolina, as determined by the South Carolina Department of Motor Vehicles Contractor agrees to provide to Owner any documentation required to establish the applicability of the South Carolina Illegal Immigration Reform Act to the Contractor, subcontractor, or subsubcontractor. Contractor further agrees that it will provide Owner with any documentation required to establish that the Contractor and any subcontractors or sub-subcontractors are in compliance with the requirements of Title 8, Chapter 14 of the S.C. Code Annotated. Date: By: Title:

16 SECTION CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES PART 1 GENERAL 1.1 REFERENCES The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designations only. ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM) A. ASTM A116 - Metallic-Coated, Steel Woven Wire Fence Fabric. B. ASTM A90/A90M Standard Test Method for Weight of Coating on Iron and Steel Articles with Zinc or Zinc-Alloy Coatings. C. ASTM A153 - Zinc Coating (Hot-Dip) on Iron and Steel Hardware. D. ASTM A702 Steel Fence Posts and Assemblies, Hot Wrought. E. ASTM A780 Repair of Damage and Uncoated Areas Hot-Dip Galvanized Coatings F. ASTM A446 - Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot-Dip Process, Structural (Physical) Quality. G. ASTM B117 Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus H. ASTM F567 - Installation of Chain-Link Fence. I. ASTM F669 - Strength Requirements of Metal Posts and Rails for Industrial Chain Link Fence. J. ASTM F Pipe, Steel, Hot-Dipped Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Welded, for Fence Structures. K. ASTM F Protective Coatings on Steel Framework for Fences. L. Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute (CLFMI) - Product Manual. 1.4 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW A. Section Submittals. B. Product Data: Provide data on fabric, posts, bars & rails, accessories, fittings and hardware. CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

17 1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Perform Work in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and ASTM F567. PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.1 COMPONENTS A. Line Posts: tubular section, 2.88 inch O.D., 3.65 lbs./ft. B. Corner, Terminal, and Pull Posts: Tubular section, 2.88 inch O.D., 5.79 lbs./ft. C. Gate Posts: Tubular section, 4.0 inch nominal diameter, adequate weight to withstand all stresses imposed by the gate. D. Top and Brace Rail: Tubular section, 1.66 inch diameter, 2.27 lbs./ft. E. Gate Frame: 2 inch diameter for welded fabrication. F. Fabric: 2 inch diamond mesh interwoven wire, 9 gage thick, top and bottom salvage twisted tight and barbed. G. Tension Wire: 7 gage thick steel, single strand. H. Tension Rod: 3/8 inch thick steel. I. Brace Bar: 3/16 inch x 3/4 inch steel. J. Tie Wire: No. 9 aluminum alloy steel wire; or flat aluminum bands 1/16 inch x 3/8 inch. 2.2 ACCESSORIES A. Caps: Cast steel galvanized; sized to post diameter, set screw retainer. B. Fittings: Sleeves, bands, clips, rail ends, tension bars, fasteners and fittings; steel. C. Extension Arms: Cast steel galvanized, to accommodate 3 strands of barbed wire, single arm, sloped to 45 degrees. D. Gate Hardware: Center gate stop and drop rod; two 180 degree gate hinges per leaf and hardware for padlock. E. Concrete: Type specified in Section F. Barbed wire: ASTM A121 design number R, 12 ½ gauge, Type Z Class 3, 0.80 oz/ft² zinc coated double-strand twisted line wire with 14 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

18 gauge, (0.080 ) Type Z Class 3, 0.70 oz/ft² (215g/m²) zinc coated 4 point barbs spaced an average of 5 on center. 2.3 CHAIN LINK SWING GATE A. Fabricate chain link swing gates in accordance with ASTM F900. Gate frame to be of welded construction. Weld areas to be protected with zinc-rich paint per ASTM A780. The gate frame members are to be spaced no greater than 8 0 apart horizontally or vertically. Exterior members to be OD pipe, interior members when required shall be OD pipe. Chain link fabric to match specification of fence system. Fabric to be stretched tightly and secured to vertical outer frame members using tension bar and tension bands spaced 12 on center and tied to the horizontal and interior members 12 on center using 9 gauge galvanized steel ties. B. Hinges, hot dip galvanized pressed steel or malleable iron, structurally capable of supporting gate leaf and allow opening and closing without binding. Non-liftoff type hinge design shall permit gate to swing 180. C. Latch: Galvanized forked type capable of retaining gate in closed position and have provision for padlock. Latch shall permit operation from either side of gate. D. Double gates: Provide galvanized drop rod with center gate stop pipe or receiver to secure inactive leaf in the closed position. Provide galvanized pressed steel locking latch, requiring one padlock for locking both gate leaves, accessible from either side. E. Gate holdback: Provide galvanized gate hold back keeper for each gate leaf over 5 wide. Gate keeper shall consist of mechanical device for securing free end of gate when in full open position. 2.4 FINISHES A. Components and Fabric: Galvanized to ASTM A123; 2.0 oz/sq ft coating. B. Hardware: Galvanized to ASTM A153, 2.0 oz/sq ft coating. C. Accessories: Same finish as fabric. PART 3 EXECUTION 3.1 CHAIN LINK FABRIC INSTALLATION A. Fabric: Install fabric on security side, pull fabric taut; thread the tension bar through fabric and attach to terminal posts with tension bands spaced maximum of 15 (381 mm) on center and attach so that fabric remains in tension after pulling force is released. Install fabric so that it is 2 (50 mm) +/- 1 (25 mm) above finish grade. CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

19 B. Secure fabric using wire ties to line posts at 15 (381 mm) on center and to rails and braces 24 (610 mm) on center, and to the tension wire using hog rings 24 (610 mm) on center. Tie wire shall be secured to the fabric by wrapping it two 360 degree turns around the chain link wire pickets. Cut off any excess wire and bend back so as not to protrude so as to avoid injury if a pedestrian may come in contact with the fence. 3.2 CHAIN LINK FRAMEWORK INSTALLATION A. Install chain link fence system in accordance with ASTM F567 and manufacturer s instructions. B. Locate terminal post at each fence termination and change in horizontal or vertical direction of 30 or more. C. Space line posts uniformly. D. Concrete set posts: Excavate holes in firm, undisturbed or compacted soil. Holes shall have diameter 4 times greater than outside dimension of post, and depths approximately 6 deeper than post bottom. Excavate deeper as required for adequate support in soft and loose soils, and for posts with heavy lateral loads. Set post bottom 36 below surface when in firm, undisturbed soil. Place concrete around posts in a continuous pour. Trowel finish around post and slope to direct water away from posts. Drive Anchor set line posts: With protective cap, drive post 36 (914 mm) into ground. Excavate a 6 diameter by 6 deep section around post to accommodate the drive anchor shoe clamp. Drive the 2 diagonal drive anchor angle blades into the soil and securely tighten the angle blades to post via the shoe clamp, backfill hole. E. Check each post for vertical and top alignment, and maintain in position during placement and finishing operations. F. Bracing: Install horizontal brace and truss assembly at mid-height or above for fences 6 and over at each fabric connection to the terminal post. The diagonal truss rod is installed at the point where the brace rail is attached to the terminal post and diagonally down to the bottom of the adjacent line post. Place the truss rod in tension by adjusting the turnbuckle. G. Tension wire: Install tension wires so that it will be located 4 up from bottom the fabric. If top rail is not specified, install the tension wire so that it will be located 4 down from the top of the fabric. Stretch and install tension wire before installing the chain link fabric and attach it to each post using wire ties. H. Top rail: Connect ends with sleeves forming a rigid connection, allow for expansion and contraction. I. Center Rails: Install mid rails between line posts and attach to post using rail end or line rail clamps. CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

20 J. Bottom Rails: Install bottom rails between posts and attach to post using rail end or line rail clamps. 3.3 BARBED WIRE INSTALLATION A. Uniformly space and stretch barbed wire between terminal posts. Attach barbed wire to the terminal posts using brace bands and snap and secure barbed wire into each line post barb arm slot. B. Install barbed tape in accordance with ASTM F CHAIN LINK GATE INSTALLATION A. Swing gates: Installation of swing gates and gate posts shall be per ASTM F567. Direction of swing shall be outward Gates shall be hung plumb in the closed position with minimal space from grade to bottom of gate leaf. Double gate drop bar receiver shall be set in a minimum concrete footing 6 diameter by 24 deep. Gate leaf holdbacks shall be installed on all double gates and all gate leafs greater than 5 in width. END OF SECTION CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES