NASA Wallops Breakwater Project in Wallops Island, Virginia

Specifications / Technical Document

This document contains the specifications for the Wallops Shoreline Stabilization Project - Beach Renourishment at Wallops Flight Facility, Accomack County, VA. It is a 100% Design Submittal, marked "NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION".

• Division 01 - General Requirements: Covers various administrative and general requirements including:

  • Summary of Work
  • Work Restrictions (including access, safety, and exclusionary periods related to rocket launches)
  • Submittals and Procedures
  • Price and Payment Procedures
  • Administrative Requirements (including project schedule, quality control, and safety requirements)
  • Temporary Construction Facilities and Controls
  • Environmental Controls (including hazardous waste management, stormwater management, and protection of natural resources, marine life, and endangered species)
  • Project Identification
  • Closeout Submittals
  • Operation and Maintenance Data

• Division 35 - Waterway and Marine Construction: Details requirements for dredging and beach fill operations.

  • Dredging (Section 35 20 23): Covers furnishing dredging plant, performing work, material characterization, submittals, notifications, environmental compliance, security, and safety. It specifies requirements for scow and hopper dredge operations, including data reporting via the National Dredging Quality Management Program (DQM).
  • National Dredging Quality Management Program (DQM) (Sections 35 20 23.13 & 35 20 23.23): Outlines the mandatory use of the DQM system for monitoring dredge status, data collection, and reporting for scow and hopper dredge operations.
  • Beach Fill (Section 35 20 24): Details the requirements for furnishing all plant, labor, and equipment for beach fill placement, including method of placement, grading, temporary protection, and sampling/testing of materials. It emphasizes the importance of pre- and post-placement surveys and the Contractor's responsibility for quality control.

This document is highly relevant for bidders interested in the beach nourishment aspect of the project. It details the technical requirements, environmental considerations, safety protocols, and quality control measures that will govern the execution of the work. Bidders should pay close attention to the dredging and beach fill specifications, including DQM requirements, environmental restrictions (especially regarding endangered species and protected habitats), and safety protocols. The document also outlines extensive requirements for submittals, reporting, and documentation.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document, Appendix A, serves as the Geotechnical Data Report (GDR) for the Wallops Island Shoreline Protection Project. It consolidates subsurface exploration and laboratory testing data from three prior reports (Appendices 1-3) to support engineering analysis, project design, and construction assessment. It also includes granularmetric reports detailing sieve analysis and other laboratory test results for soil samples collected during the project.

• Geotechnical Data Report (GDR): Summarizes subsurface conditions, including exploration methods (test borings, in-situ testing, soil laboratory testing), site geology, and generalized subsurface stratigraphy (Strata A1, A2, A3, B1, B2).
• Geotechnical Recommendations: Provides recommendations for breakwater settlement, breakwater slopes, and general specification considerations. Note: Recommendations from the August 21, 2018 Schnabel Engineering report are explicitly stated as not applicable to the current project design.
• Granularmetric Reports: Detail sieve analysis results for various soil samples (e.g., VC-1196-01, VC-1196-02C) with USCS classification (SP - Poorly Graded Sand), moisture content, dry/wet weights, and moment statistics (Mean, D50, Sorting, Skewness, Kurtosis). Gradation curves are also provided.
• Referenced Reports: Includes data from Schnabel Engineering (August 21, 2018 & November 21, 2025 - DRAFT) and Terracon (August 28, 2025).

This document is critical for bidders as it provides essential geotechnical information regarding subsurface soil conditions at the project site. Understanding the soil strata, their properties (composition, grain size distribution, moisture content), and the associated geotechnical recommendations is vital for:

• Accurate Bidding: Estimating resources for excavation, material handling, and construction.
• Design Validation: Confirming the suitability of soil for proposed methods and materials.
• Risk Assessment: Identifying potential challenges related to soil stability, drainage, and compaction.
• Material Sourcing: Evaluating the soil's suitability as borrow material for beach renourishment or fill.

Bidders should note the "DRAFT" and "NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION" watermarks on some sections, indicating preliminary information. The document's focus on granularmetric analysis and soil properties directly impacts construction methods, material requirements, and overall project costs.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a probability assessment for Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC) at Wallops Flight Facility and Unnamed Shoal A. It was prepared for planned dredging and sampling activities to assess the potential for encountering MEC.

• Introduction: Outlines the purpose of the assessment for planned dredging and sampling.
• Assessment Area Background: Provides historical context for Wallops Flight Facility (WFF), including its use as a formerly used defense site (FUDS) and its operation by the Navy and NASA.
• Evaluation for Potential Munitions: Details historical records reviewed, including the history of Wallops Flight Facility, FUDS Portal, USACE Archives, and Joint Explosive Ordnance Disposal (JEOD) Portal incident reports.
• Summary and Conclusion: Assesses the probability of encountering MEC for both the Wallops Island area and Unnamed Shoal Area A, concluding a "Low Probability" for both.
• Recommendations: Recommends classifying both areas as "Low Probability" for encountering MEC in accordance with DESR 6055-09 Edition 1, Change 1.
• Figures: Includes maps and diagrams illustrating the construction sampling footprint, borrow ground, and shoreline areas.

This document is crucial for bidders involved in dredging, sampling, or construction activities at Wallops Flight Facility or Unnamed Shoal A. It informs potential risks related to munitions and explosives, guiding safety protocols and operational planning. The "Low Probability" assessment suggests a reduced risk, but the document also provides recommendations for on-call MEC support and site worker awareness training.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains detailed cross-section views and a material schedule for the Wallops Island Beach Renourishment project. It provides specific elevation and fill volume data at various stations along the project alignment.

• Cross Sections (Sheets C-301 through C-317): Illustrate the proposed beach template profile, including existing and proposed grades, crest elevation, and fill slopes at 100-foot intervals from Station 40+00 to Station 104+00.
• Material Fill Volume Schedule (Sheet C-601): Lists the calculated area, volume, and cumulative volume of sand fill required for the beach template at 100-foot intervals from Station 40+00 to Station 119+00. It also indicates zero fill volume beyond Station 104+00.

This document is crucial for bidders to understand the precise quantities and geometric requirements for the beach renourishment work. It details the expected fill volumes and the cross-sectional design of the new beach, which will inform bidding strategies, material sourcing, and construction planning.

Forms / Attachments / Pricing Sheets

This document contains the "Plans" for the "Shoreline Protection Project - Breakwater Construction" at Wallops Island, Accomack County, VA. It is a set of engineering drawings detailing the proposed breakwater construction.

• Cover Sheet (G-001): Project title, location, solicitation number, contract number, issue date (Jan 2025), and drawing index.
• Abbreviations (G-002): A comprehensive list of abbreviations used throughout the drawing set.
• General Notes (G-003): Project-specific notes including utility information, tidal datums, horizontal and vertical control, property lines, and potential munitions concerns.
• Laydown and Staging Areas (G-004): Overview and detailed plans for contractor laydown and staging areas, including keynotes and a legend for land cover types.
• Existing Conditions (V-101, V-102): Maps showing existing site features, seawalls, breakwaters, buildings, and infrastructure.
• Geotechnical Explorations (B-101, B-102): Site plans indicating locations of geotechnical borings and soil test data.
• Shore Protection (CH101, CH102): Plans detailing the proposed breakwater layout, including base bid and bid option breakwaters, and their alignment.
• Cross Sections (C-301, C-302): Cross-sectional views of proposed breakwaters, showing existing and proposed grades, crest elevations, and fill lines.
• Details (C-501): Construction details for breakwaters, construction entrances, safety fences, and silt fences.
• Marine Mattress Details (C-502): Detailed drawings and notes regarding the construction, lifting, and stitching of marine mattresses.
• Material Schedule (C-601): A table listing the quantities of core stone, armor stone, marine mattress, geotextile fabric, and marine mattress stone required for each breakwater segment.

These plans are critical for bidders to understand the scope of work, the physical characteristics of the proposed breakwaters, material requirements, site logistics (laydown areas), and existing site conditions. They form the basis for estimating costs and developing construction methodologies for the breakwater project.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document comprises Appendix A, the Geotechnical Data Report (GDR) for the Wallops Island Shoreline Protection Project, and includes granularmetric analysis data for soil samples. It summarizes subsurface exploration, laboratory testing, and factual geotechnical/geological data used for engineering analysis, design, and construction assessment.

• The report contains geotechnical engineering reports from Schnabel Engineering and Terracon.
• It details factual geotechnical, geological, field testing, and laboratory data.
• Recommendations from a 2018 report are noted as not applicable to the current project design.
• Granularmetric analysis data includes results from sieve analysis and other laboratory tests on various soil samples (VC-1196-XX) collected at depths from 0 to 16 ft.
• Analysis was conducted in October 2025.
• Soil classifications are predominantly SP (Poorly Graded Sand).
• Key data points include dry weight, wash weight, sieve analysis results, fines content, and moment statistics.
• Gradation curves are provided to visually represent particle size distribution.

This appendix provides critical geotechnical and soil characteristic data for the project site. Bidders can use this information to understand subsurface conditions, soil stratigraphy, properties, and potential construction challenges. This data is essential for informing bidding, proposal preparation, assessing borrow material properties, and understanding the stability and engineering requirements for the shoreline protection and beach renourishment project.

Specifications

This document contains specifications for the Wallops Shoreline Stabilization Project, specifically focusing on Breakwater Construction at the Wallops Flight Facility in Accomack County, VA. It is a 100% Design Submittal, marked "NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION".

• Division 01 - General Requirements: Covers administrative procedures, submittals, work restrictions, price and payment procedures, project schedules, quality control, temporary construction facilities, environmental controls, and project identification.
• Division 35 - Waterway and Marine Construction: Details specific requirements for breakwater construction, including:
  • Stone Revetments (Section 35 31 19.40): Specifies requirements for armor stone and core stone, including payment, measurement, sources, evaluation testing, placement procedures, and tolerances.
  • Polymeric Marine Filter Mattress (Section 35 42 35): Outlines requirements for furnishing and installing polymeric marine filter mattress systems, including structural geogrids, mechanical connection elements, stone fill materials, and geotextile underlayers.
• Safety and Environmental Requirements: Extensive sections detail governmental safety requirements (EM 385-1-1), including fall protection, scaffolding, load handling equipment, excavation, confined space entry, hazardous material management, waste management, stormwater management, and protection of natural resources (sea turtles, birds, seals).
• Quality Control and Submittals: Details requirements for quality control systems, submittal procedures, testing, and documentation.
• Resident Management System (RMS): Specifies the use of RMS for contract administration, including data entry, reporting, and communication.

This document provides detailed technical specifications for the construction of breakwaters, including material requirements (stone, filter mattresses), placement methods, quality assurance, safety protocols, and environmental protection measures. Bidders will need to understand these specifications to accurately estimate costs, plan construction activities, and ensure compliance with all requirements.

Form / Attachment / Pricing Sheet

This document is a Probability Assessment for Munitions and Explosives of Concern (MEC) for the Wallops Flight Facility and Unnamed Shoal A, located in Accomack County, VA. It was prepared by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Norfolk District CENAO in anticipation of planned dredging and sampling activities.

• Assessment Area Background: Details the history of Wallops Flight Facility as a formerly used defense site (FUDS) and its operations during WWII and post-WWII.
• Evaluation for Potential Munitions: Reviews historical records from the Wallops Flight Facility, FUDS Portal, USACE Archives, and Joint Explosive Ordnance Disposal (JEOD) Portal.
• Summary and Conclusion: Assesses the probability of encountering MEC for both the Wallops Island area and the Unnamed Shoal Area A, concluding a "Low Probability" for both.
• Recommendations: Recommends classifying both areas as "Low Probability" for encountering MEC and suggests making on-call MEC support available for geotechnical surveys and MEC screening for dredging operations.
• Point of Contact: Identifies Matthew Rushwald as the MEC Probability Assessment contact.

This document is crucial for bidders involved in dredging, sampling, or construction activities in the specified areas. It informs potential risks related to historical military munitions, guiding safety protocols, planning, and resource allocation. The "Low Probability" assessment suggests a reduced, but not eliminated, risk, necessitating awareness and preparedness.