00716-018-12-AS-1 Specifications.pdf

PROJECT FOR

NEW ROOF – CCC CABIN

Project # 00716-018-12-AS-1

PENNSYLVANIA LUMBER MUSEUM

GALETON, PA

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA

TOM CORBET, GOVERNOR

HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

PENNSYLVANIA HISTORICAL AND MUSEUM COMMISSION

ANDREW E. MASICH, CHAIRMAN

JAMES M. VAUGHAN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

HARRISBURG, PENNSYLVANIA

BUREAU OF HISTORIC SITES AND MUSEUMS

DIVISION OF ARCHITECTURE AND PRESERVATION

COMMONWEALTH KEYSTONE BUILDING, PLAZA LEVEL

400 NORTH STREET, HARRISBURG, PA 17120-0053

2/13

PROJECT#00716-018-12-AS-1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION DESCRIPTION

01000 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 2

01100 SPECIAL PROJECT PROCEDURES 13

02050 DEMOLITON 15

07313 WOOD SHINGLES 17

SECTION 01000

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SCOPE OF THE WORK

A. Project includes replacement of wood shingle roof and associated flashing and on the

CCC Cabin at the Pennsylvania Lumber Museum, Potter County Pennsylvania, as per the enclosed Drawings and Specification Sections.

B. Project Manager: Joe Lauver Phone Number: 717-787-6242 email: jlauver@pa.gov

C. Site Contact: Jeffrey Bliemeister Phone Number: 814-435-2652

D. Detailed requirements of the Work are described in Specification Sections which follow.

1.2 ISSUING OFFICE

A. Bids must be returned to the following address:

Pam Roche

Fiscal & Office Support Services

Bureau of Management Services

PA Historical & Museum Commission

State Museum of PA, 300 North Street, Room 529

Harrisburg, PA 17120-0024

717-772-8875 Telephone proche@pa.gov

1.3 INVITATION FOR BID (IFB) INFORMATION

A. Bids must be received at the Issuing Office listed in Section 1.2.A. Please note that the bidder assumes the responsibility to ensure that his/her bid reaches the Issuing Office by the date and time located on the invitation for bid form. The Pennsylvania Historical and

Museum Commission (PHMC) will not be responsible for bids sent or delivered to the wrong office, even if it is another office of the PHMC. It is the responsibility of the bidder to call the issuing office to assure the bid has been received prior to the bid opening date and time.

B. Bids received after the date and time of the bid opening will be rejected, and will be returned to the bidder unopened, unless it is necessary to open the bid to determine a return address.

1.4 PRE-BID MEETING

A. There will not be a pre-bid meeting held for this project. All bidders are encouraged to contact the site and arrange to look at the project building prior to bidding.

1.5 BID QUESTIONS

A. Technical or project work related questions will be received in writing by the Project

Manager (PM). Questions related to bidding or contracting procedures should be addressed to the Issuing Office. All questions must be received 10 calendar days prior to the bid due date and time. Answers to all questions and/or formal addendums will be mailto:proche@pa.gov posted to www.emarketplace.state.pa.us (click on “Solicitations”, enter Solicitation #

“00716-018-12-AS-1”, click on “search”) 7 calendar days prior to the bid due date and time. No other questions will be permitted after this date. All questions and answers will become an addendum to the IFB. The issuing office shall not be bound by any verbal information nor shall it be bound by any written information that is not either contained within the IFB or formally issued as an addendum by the issuing office.

B. If the Issuing Office deems it necessary to revise any part of this bid before the bid due date, revisions will be posted to www.emarketplace.state.pa.us (click on “Solicitations”, enter Solicitation # “00716-018-12-AS-1”, click on “search”).It is the potential vendor’s responsibility to periodically check the website for any new or revised bid information or addenda prior to submission of the bid. If a bid bulletin has been issued, bidder must print the bulletin, sign and return the bulletin as part of the bid package.

C. Bid results will be posted to http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/phmc_home/1426/bid_results/2

59905 within 24 hours of bid opening.

1.6 WORK IN AND AROUND HISTORIC BUILDINGS

A. Work is on a building and/or site of state or national historic significance. Take special care to avoid damage to any portion of the building, its contents, and its surrounding site.

B. Comply with the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for The Treatment of Historic

Properties as applicable. (Please contact the Project Manager for a copy if you do not have one.)

C. Inform the Project Manager at least 48 hours prior to any excavation. The Project

Manager, Site Administrator, and/or the Commission Archaeologist must be present at the time of excavation to monitor for buried cultural deposits and shall have the right to stop the Work for a period of time, not to exceed 5 business days, to perform mitigation archaeology at no additional expense.

1.7 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES/ACCESS/WORKING HOURS

A. Coordinate access to the site, delivery and storage of materials, parking and working hours with the Project Manager.

B. Limit use of premises to allow normal operation of site and use of premises by public.

C. Complete all Work between the hours of 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday.

D. Do not alter Work schedule without prior approval of the Project Manager and/or Site

Administrator.

E. Use existing on-site roads for construction traffic.

F. Use on-site parking areas designated by the Site Administrator, for construction personnel.

G. Contractor will be on-site during all project work periods, including periods of all sub-contractor work, unless otherwise agreed upon by Project Manager.

1.8 WORKER AND COMMUNITY RIGHT TO KNOW

A. The Pennsylvania Law 1984-159 provides for information to be made available to employees and community residents regarding hazardous substances introduced into the workplace and the general environment.

http://www.emarketplace.state.pa.us/ http://www.emarketplace.state.pa.us/ http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/phmc_home/1426/bid_results/259905 http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/phmc_home/1426/bid_results/259905

B. Comply with this law and inform workmen of its provisions. Supply the site administrator with a list of all hazardous substances to be used in the course of the contract. Erect and maintain physical barriers, signs, or other devices as directed by the

Project Manager.

1.9 PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT

A. Provide for the prevention, control and abatement of land, water and air pollution in accordance with P.L. No. 247, Act. No. 247, dated October 26, 1972 which shall include but not be limited to:

1. The prohibition of burning of all refuse.

2. The removal of all refuse from site of work for disposal in accordance with rules and regulations of authority having jurisdiction over the disposal area.

3. Providing for filtration of all contaminated water discharging directly into a stream.

4. Should asbestos material be encountered on the job, compliance with all statutes and regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and all rules and regulations of the

United States Environmental Protection Agency as they pertain to the emission of asbestos into the air during construction and demolition work and the disposal of material asbestos. Particular attention is drawn to Code of Federal Regulations, Title 40, Part 61, Section 112 of Clean Air Act.

5. Full compliance with the regulations of OSHA as they pertain to the protection of workers exposed to the emission of asbestos fibers and lead and take all steps necessary to protect employees, as well as all other people engaged in the building, from exposure to lead and asbestos fibers resulting from the work.

6. Full compliance with any required permitting (including obtaining required permitting), as directed by the Bureau of Air Quality Control at the Department of

Environmental Resources’ regional office whenever asbestos material or lead is to be removed or disposed.

1.10 INSURANCE

A. Comprehensive general liability insurance is required and shall be in an amount not less than $1,000,000 for injuries, including accidental death, to any one person and subject to the same limit for each person, and in an amount not less than $2,000,000 each occurrence. The property damage liability insurance shall be in an amount not less than

$2,000,000 each occurrence. The insurance shall also name the Commonwealth of

Pennsylvania as an additional insured as its interests may appear.

B. Insurance certificates as outlined above must be submitted to the Project Manager within ten (10) days of the Contractor’s receipt of the fully executed contract, unless otherwise agreed upon by Project Manager. The Project Manager will not schedule the initial project conference until the Insurance Certificates are submitted.

1.11 GUARANTEE

A. Guarantee all materials, equipment and workmanship for a period of one year following the Final Inspection. Within that period, correct all defects in the Work at no cost to the

Commission.

1.12 PROJECT SIGN

A. Post no sign unless approved by Project Manager.

1.13 PERMITS, LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

A. Secure all required approvals, permits, licenses or certificates. Provide one copy of each to the Project Manager. NOTE: Because the work of this project is on

Commonwealth-owned property, and as stipulated in Act 45 - the Uniform

Construction Code (UCC), project reviews, building permits and certificates of occupancy will all be obtained only from the Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry. Townships, Counties and/or local jurisdictions do not have the authority to review and issue these documents for this project. As a result of the project review process, and in conformance with Act 45, the PHMC will obtain the project building permit as required.

1.14 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals and Work of the drawings and specifications for efficient and orderly sequence of installation of all construction materials.

1.15 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Locate and protect utilities. Utility locations shown on drawings are approximate.

Verify locations before proceeding with the Work. Pursuant to the Pennsylvania One

Call System, (811), call not less than three days prior to commencing excavation work.

B. Verify all dimensions and conditions in the field. No additional compensation will be provided for inaccuracies in the dimensions or conditions shown on the Drawings.

1.16 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Employ a skilled and experienced installer to perform all cutting and patching required to complete the Work, including any removal of existing materials and equipment and installation of new Work, to the satisfaction of the Project Manager; restore Work with new materials to match that being cut.

B. Fit Work tight to adjacent materials. Maintain weather-tightness/integrity of existing conditions; completely seal voids. Patch any fire wall penetrations with fire stop material to meet fire rating of wall being penetrated.

C. Refinish surfaces to match adjacent finishes.

D. Obtain prior acceptance by Project Manager for any extensive cutting.

1.17 CONFERENCES

A. Project Manager will schedule an Initial Job Conference after execution of the Contract and notice is provided to the Project Manager that the Contractor has obtained his/her performance bond and certificates of insurance, with all people involved (see 1.6 above and 1.33 below).

B. Project Manager will schedule progress meetings as required with all people involved.

C. Project Manager will schedule a Final Inspection Job Conference with all people involved.

1.18 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. At the Initial Job Conference, submit a complete list of major Products proposed for use.

Identify the Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier, Products, models, options, other information and any references to the Drawings and Specifications. Sign to certify that you have reviewed and verified that the Products, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information meet the requirements of the Work and the Drawings and Specifications.

B. Revise and resubmit submittals if required by Project Manager; note all changes made from previous submittal.

C. Submit three (3) copies to the Project Manager.

D. Submit samples as required to show function and appearance of the Product for acceptance by the Project Manager.

E. Submit Requests for Information (RFI) to Project Manager to allow a 48 hour response time, unless otherwise modified by Project Manager. No RFI-subject work will be performed prior to a response from the Project Manager.

1.19 MANUFACTURERS' INSTRUCTIONS/CERTIFICATES

A. When listed in individual specification Sections, submit two copies of manufacturers' printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, and finishing.

B. When listed in individual specification Sections, submit two copies of manufacturers' certificate to Project Manager for review.

C. Show that Product meets or exceeds Specifications. Submit supporting reference information and certifications as appropriate.

1.20 PHOTOGRAPHS

A. CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS

1. Photographs: Provide digital photographs, two color prints of each, matte finish, approx. 4” x 6” size, professionally printed on high quality photo paper.

2. Identify photographs with date, time, direction, and project name/number, on the back of each print.

3. Provide two digital disks, each containing all construction photographs. Use flash when appropriate. Use appropriate lenses.

4. Submit the required number of photographs/ work day to document the following:

a. The existing conditions before Work begins. For exterior work, submit a minimum of one photograph of each elevation.

b. Items uncovered or exposed, particularly if they are unusual or of potential historical significance.

c. The progress of the project.

d. Mechanics performing the Work.

e. Items as they are being closed up.

f. The completed project. For exterior work, submit a minimum of one photograph of each elevation.

5. Place all prints in archival sleeves, comparable to "Vue-All Photo Saver", product number 6028(available at most photo stores). Place the dates on the sleeves with a permanent marker.

6. Submit a photo key for each set of photographs; the key should describe each view, the direction of the view, and the names of any individuals in the view.

7. Submit the two sets of photo prints, two copies of the photo key, and two digital disks of photographs to Project Manager upon completion of the project.

1.21 CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS

A. Drawings: Provide Construction Drawings at Final Inspection, with any changes from the original Drawings marked in red ink.

1.22 QUALITY ASSURANCE/CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

A. Monitor quality of Products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce

Work of specified quality.

B. Comply fully with manufacturers' instructions. If manufacturers' instructions do not agree with Drawings and Specifications, ask direction from Project Manager before proceeding.

C. Comply with specified standards as a minimum quality for the Work except when tolerances, codes, or Specifications require higher standards or more quality workmanship.

D. Meet specified standard current as of Bid Opening date. Should specified standard conflict with Drawings and Specifications, ask direction from Project Manager before proceeding.

E. Use only craftsmen who are highly skilled in their respective trade. Execute all work with the highest quality to meet or exceed the description and/or standard as specified for the Work. The Commission retains the right to remove from the project any employee of the contractor or subcontractor that does not show conformance to the standard of the

Work.

1.23 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Existing site facilities may be used with the concurrence of the Site Administrator.

B. Maintain existing site facilities daily in clean and sanitary condition.

1.24 TEMPORARY SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. Make temporary connections to existing service lines in locations as directed by the

Project Manager for electric light and power, temporary heat, and water for construction.

B. Employ skilled craftspersons to repair any damage to historic building fabric.

C. Maintain all services to, through and within the occupied areas of the building at all times. Schedule at the convenience of the Commission, and obtain written approval by the Project Manager, for any required interruption ten (10) days prior to the interruption of any service.

1.25 PROTECTION

A. Erect barriers, barricades, signs, red plastic construction fencing and other protective devices as required to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas and to protect existing facilities, historic building materials, Commission personnel, visiting public and adjacent properties from damage or injury.

B. Repair, at no cost to the Commission, any areas of existing buildings, contents, landscaping, paving or other site features damaged during the Work to the satisfaction of the Project Manager. This building contains important historical collections and/or finishes. If damage occurs to these collections and/or finishes as a result of the Work, hire a Conservator, from a list supplied by the Commission, to do an assessment of the damage and conservation measures required at no expense to the Commission. Upon acceptance by the Commission of the Conservator’s assessment report, arrange for the

Conservator to perform those conservation measures on the damaged objects and/or finishes at no cost to the Commission.

C. Use caution when working directly adjacent to and on existing structures, particularly those that are historic. Provide all necessary shoring, bracing and temporary support to ensure that all existing walls, roofs, floors, and miscellaneous features remain structurally sound and are neither damaged nor moved during the Work. Provide a plan for this work for acceptance by the Project Manager prior to proceeding.

D. Provide a UL listed fire extinguisher at the construction site during the Work, suitable for all types of fires.

1.26 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Keep site clean and orderly, free of waste materials, construction-related debris, and rubbish. Provide thorough cleaning of the site daily.

B. Use of chute and dumpster is allowed. Location of dumpster or vehicles on site shall be determined by Project Manager.

1.27 PRODUCTS

A. Products and Equipment: All materials and misc. equip. for a complete installation.

B. Do not use materials removed from site, except as specifically identified or allowed by the Drawings and Specifications, or as directed by the Project Manager. Store any materials designated by the Project Manager for salvage by the Commission at a location on site designated by the Site Administrator.

C. Use only those Products that meet Specified Standards or Description.

D. Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named.

E. In all cases where a device or part of the Products or equipment is herein referred, it shall apply to as many such items as are required to complete the installation.

1.28 TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING, STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Transport, handle, store and protect Products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Deliver products to the site in unbroken rolls, bundles, sealed containers or bags, fully identified with the manufacturer's name, brand, type and grade.

1.29 STEEL PRODUCTS PROCUREMENT ACT

A. In the performance of any contract awarded pursuant to this invitation to bid, the contractor, subcontractors, material men, or suppliers shall use only steel products, rolled, formed, shaped, drawn, extruded, forged, cast, fabricated, or otherwise similarly processed, or processed by a combination of two or more of such operations, from steel made in the United states by the open hearth, basic oxygen, electric furnace, Bessemer, or other steel-making process. Steel products include not only cast iron products, but also machinery and equipment listed in United States Department of Commerce Standard

Industrial Classifications 25 (furniture and fixtures), 35 (machinery, except electrical), and 37 (transportation equipment), and made of, fabricated from, or containing steel components. If a product contains both foreign and United States steel it shall be determined to be a United States steel product only if at least 75% of the cost of the articles, materials, and supplies have been mined, produced, or manufactured, as the case may be, in the United States. Transportation equipment shall be determined to be a

United States steel product only if it complies with Section 165 of Public Law 97-424 (96

Stat. 2136).

B. When unidentified steel products are supplied under a contract, before any payment will be made, the contractor must provide documentation including, but not limited to invoices, bills of lading, and mill certification that the steel was melted and manufactured in the United States. If a steel product is identifiable from its face, the contractor must submit certification which satisfies the using agency that the contractor has fully complied with this provision. The Commonwealth shall not provide for or make any payments to any person who has not complied with the Act. Any such payments mad to any person by the Commonwealth which should not have been made as a result of the

Act shall be recoverable directly from the contractor, subcontractor, manufacturer, or supplier who did not comply with the Act.

C. In addition to the withholding of payments, any person who willfully violates any of the provisions of the Act shall be prohibited from submitting any bids to any public agency for a period of five (5) years from the date of the determination that a violation has occurred. In the event the person who violates the provisions of the Act is a subcontractor, manufacturer, or supplier, such person shall be prohibited from performing any work or supplying any materials to a public agency for a period of five (5) years from the date of the determination that a violation has occurred.

D. The contractor shall include the provisions of the Steel Products Procurement Act in every subcontract and supply contract so that the provisions of the Act shall be binding upon each subcontractor and supplier.

1.30 TRADE PRACTICES ACT

A. In accordance with the Trade Practices Act of July 23, 1968, P.L. 686 (71 P.S. Section

773.101 et seq.), the contractor cannot and shall not use or permit to be used in the work any aluminum or steel products made in a foreign country which is listed below as a foreign country which discriminates against aluminum or steel products manufactured in

Pennsylvania. The countries of Brazil, South Korea, Spain, Mexico and Argentina have been found to discriminate against certain products manufactured in Pennsylvania.

Therefore, the purchase or use of those countries’ products, as listed below, is not permitted:

1. Brazil: welded carbon steel pipes and tubes; carbon steel wire rod; tool steel; certain stainless steel products including hot-rolled stainless steel bar; stainless steel wire rod and cold-formed stainless steel bar; prestressed concrete steel wire strand; hot-rolled carbon steel plate in coil; hot-rolled wire strand; hot rolled carbon steel plate in coil; hot-rolled carbon steel sheet; and cold-rolled carbon steel sheet.

2. Spain: certain stainless steel products including stainless steel wire rod, hot-rolled stainless steel bars, and cold-formed stainless steel bars; prestressed concrete steel wire strand; and certain steel products including hot-rolled steel plate, cold-rolled carbon steel plate, carbon steel structural shapes, galvanized carbon steel sheet, hot-rolled carbon steel bars, and cold-formed carbon steel bars.

3. South Korea: welded carbon steel pipes and tubes; hot-rolled carbon steel plate; hot-rolled carbon steel sheet; and galvanized steel sheet.

4. Mexico: certain iron-metal construction castings including manhole covers, rings and frames, catch basin frames and grates, cleanout covers, grates, meter boxes, and valve boxes; galvanized carbon steel sheet; cold-rolled carbon steel sheet; carbon steel sheet;

carbon steel plate in coil; carbon steel plate cut to length; and small diameter carbon steel plate welded pipe.

5. Argentina: carbon steel wire rod and cold-rolled carbon steel sheet.

B. Penalties for violation of this paragraph may be found in the Trade Practices Act, which penalties include becoming ineligible for public works contracts for a period of three years.

C. Note: This provision in no way relieves the contractor of responsibility to comply with those provisions of this invitation to bid which prohibit the use of foreign-made steel and cast iron products.

1.31 CONTRACT INVOICING AND CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Upon notification of award, submit a payment schedule to the project manager for approval. The payment schedule shall include a separate line item for each invoice you intend to submit. Line items shall be based on work tasks and not on the percentage of work completed.

B. Proper partial and final invoices will only be processed for completed work based on the approved payment schedule (line items), and the inspection and acceptance of the work by the Project Manager.

C. Submit all invoices to the “Bill To” address on your purchase order. Invoices must be invoiced by line item listed on the purchase order. Invoices must include the purchase order number. Failure to provide the purchase order number on your invoice will result in a delay of your payment.

D. Prior to submission of your final invoice, certify in writing that you have reviewed the drawings and Specifications, inspected the wok, completed the work as specified and are ready for final inspection by the Project Manager.

E.. Final acceptance of the work may be subject to a final inspection by representatives of the Department of General Services.

1.32 FINAL CLEANING

A. Do final cleaning prior to Final Inspection.

B. Clean debris from site.

C. Remove all Work-related waste, surplus and demolished materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the site.

1.33 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Provide Products, spare parts and maintenance materials in quantities specified in individual Specification sections.

B. Deliver to Project site and place in location as directed by Project Manager; obtain receipt prior to final inspection.

1.34 EXPLANATION OF BASE BIDS

A. Base Bid #1 shall include all work as described in these specifications and shown on the drawings.

1.35 UNIT PRICES

A. Does not apply.

1.36 CHANGES

A. The Commission reserves the right to make changes in the contracted Work without additional expense to the Commission, unless such changes require additional labor and/or material. If such a change requires a less amount of labor and/or material than the contracted Work, the Commission shall be entitled to a credit equal to the difference of the cost of installation.

B. No verbal agreement or conversation with any officer, agent, or employee of the

Commonwealth and/or Commission, either before, during bidding, or after the execution of the contract shall affect or modify any terms or obligations herein contained. If a revision is necessary, a change order to the purchase order must be executed and issued prior to any additions or changes.

1.37 PERFORMANCE BOND

A. Bids less than $25,000 – no bond required

B. Bids over $25,000 but less than $100,000 – a performance bond is required for

50% of the total project cost

C. Bids over $100,000 – a performance bond is required for 100% of the total project cost

D. The Bond must be submitted to the Project Manager within ten (10) days of the

Contractor’s receipt of the fully executed contract, unless otherwise agreed upon by Project Manager. The Project Manager will not schedule the initial project conference until the Bond is submitted.

1.38 PREVAILING WAGE ACT (Not applicable to this project)

1.39 TERM OF PURCHASE ORDER and PROJECT

A. The terms of the purchase order will commence on the Effective Date which is listed on the purchase order. The contractor shall not start the performance of any work prior to the Effective Date of the purchase Order and the Commonwealth shall not be liable to pay the selected contractor for any service or work performed or expenses incurred before the Effective Date of the purchase order. The contract and project dates are listed in the purchase order text. The Commonwealth has the option to extend the contract and/or project periods in accordance with the Standard Contract Terms and Conditions for Services. The Project Manager will determine if extensions are in the best interest of the Commonwealth.

1.40 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

A. An evaluation of the Contractor's project performance will be conducted by the Project

Manager at the conclusion of the project. The evaluation will address Contractor's timeliness and quality of work, sensitivity to requirements of project and sensitivity to overall site operations.

B. The evaluation will be placed in the PHMC files for future reference relative to future project opportunities.

1.41 VENDOR REGISTRATION NUMBER

A. The successful vendor must apply for a Commonwealth vendor registration number.

Information will be given upon award.

1.42 PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION ACT

A. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania enacted Act 127 of 2012, known as the Public

Works Employment Verification Act (‘the Act’) which requires all public work contractors and subcontractors to utilize the Federal Government’s E-Verify system to ensure that all employees performing work on public work projects are authorized to work in the United States.

B. To comply the Act the contractor and subcontractor must complete the “Public Works

Employment Verification Form” and submit it to the project manager upon award of contract. The form and further information on the Act are available at the following address

(http://www.dgs.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/construction_and_public_works/

1235/act_127-2012_public_works_employment_verification/1357211)

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01100

SPECIAL PROJECT PROCEDURES

GENERAL

1.01 DESCRIPTION

A. This section describes special project procedures required for the work at the existing buildings. Protective measures and other requirements described in this section are in addition to all protection and restoration procedures specified in individual specification sections.

B. Special project procedures work includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Fire protection

2. Protection of existing construction.

3. Protection and security of museum collections.

PRODUCTS

Not Required

EXECUTION

3.01 FIRE PROTECTION

A. Except where more stringent requirements are indicated in this section, all work shall be performed in accordance with NFPA 241, “Safeguarding

Building Construction and Demolition Operations, 1989.”

B. Construction Processes and Hazards

1. Smoking: Smoking shall be prohibited in and around the buildings at all times.

2. Trash Disposal: Combustible waste material and rubbish shall not be stored or allowed to accumulate within the building or in the immediate vicinity, but shall be removed from the premises as rapidly as practical.

3. Flammable Liquids: Do not store flammable liquids within the existing building.

4. Do not use heat sources of any type to remove paint, including open flame torches, heat plates, or heat guns.

C. Fire protection:

1. Maintain existing exit stairways at all times

2. Access for fire fighting:

a. Access for use of heavy fire fighting equipment shall be provided to the immediate job site at the start of construction and maintained until all construction is completed.

b. During all construction operations, free access to permanent, temporary, and portable first aid fire equipment shall be maintained at all times.

3. Water supply: Determine location (s) of existing hose bibs at building exterior, and keep available and connected a garden hose of adequate length to reach all work areas within the building.

4. First-aid Fire Equipment:

a. At least two approved fire extinguishers shall also be provided in plain sight on each floor of each building at all times.

b. The suitability, distribution, and maintenance of extinguishers shall be in accordance with NFPA 10, but shall not be less than 20 lb. A-B-

C type.

3.02 PROTECTION OF EXISTING CONSTRUCTION

A. The contractor shall provide suitable and adequate protection for all parts of the building and its contents where work under this contract is performed.

B. Protection of Historic Fabric - general:

1. Whether or not specified, use all measures required to protect interior and exterior historic finishes, materials, fixtures, and assemblies from damage resulting from the work of this contract. Provide all temporary protection and facilities required to ensure that no removed material falls against, abrades, mars, or otherwise damages historic surfaces not indicated to be removed.

2. During the course of the work, the project manager may require additional protective measures to ensure the safety of historic finishes from damage of all sorts.

3. Maintain protection until substantial completion.

SECTION 02050

DEMOLITION

1.01 DESCRIPTION OF THE WORK

A. The work includes, but is not necessarily limited to the following:

1. Removal of the existing deteriorated wood shingle roof.

1.02 SALVAGE

A. The Commission retains the right of salvage to any removed materials.

Contractor shall contact the Commission prior to demolition. All removed materials not retained by the Commission shall become the property of the

Contractor, shall not be used in the work and shall be promptly removed from the site.

1.03 JOB CONDITIONS

A. Cutting and removals indicated on the drawings are a general indication only and do not necessarily show the full extent of cutting and removals which may be required by job conditions.

1.04 SCEDULING DEMOLITION

A. All demolition-removal work must be done at times agreed upon by the representatives of the Historical and Museum Commission.

B. Once commenced, work shall proceed as scheduled, in an efficient, quiet operation without delays or interruptions.

2.01 MATERIALS

A. None required.

3.01 PRECAUTIONS

A. Perform the work in a manner to prevent damage or injury to property or the public. Provide barriers, warning lights and other protection as required.

Protection devices shall be maintained until completion of work, or until removal may be directed by the Project Manager. Restore any damage to grounds and building to original conditions or repair as directed at no additional cost.

B. Use caution and wear appropriate protective clothing, including gloves and safety goggles while removing materials.

C. Adopt a method for control and scheduling of loud noises.

D. Carefully remove all materials scheduled for removal so that adjacent surfaces and finishes are not damaged.

E. Leave all surrounding areas in a safe, clean condition.

F. Repair all damage to existing materials scheduled to remain, including damage to adjacent fixtures, finishes and materials damaged by work performed under this section.

3.02 DISPOSITION OF UTILITIES

A. NA.

3.03 PROHIBITIONS

A. The use of burning at the project site for disposal of refuse and debris is not permitted.

3.04 CLEAN-UP

A. Debris and rubbish: Remove debris and rubbish from the site daily. Do not allow to accumulate on site. Provide chutes from the roof to dumpster at ground level in locations satisfactory to the Site Administrator.

B. Debris control: Remove and transport debris in a manner as to prevent spillage on streets or adjacent areas.

1. Any area either temporary or permanent over which hauling operations or other moving operations are conducted shall be kept clean and any debris shall be removed promptly by the contractor.

2. Streets, walks and drives, adjacent to the areas of construction, shall be kept clean and clear of obstructions at all times; they shall be kept clear of materials and debris to their full width and shall be maintained in such a manner as to permit safe and normal use.

C. Regulations: Local regulations regarding hauling and disposal apply.

SECTION 07313

WOOD SHINGLES AND SHAKES

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. The Work of this Section requires the furnishing of all labor, and materials, tools, and equipment, and the performance of all operations and services necessary for installation of new wood shingle roofing and associated flashings in accordance with this Section and the requirements of the Drawings.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Provide three copies of all data indicating material characteristics of shingles, sealant, nails. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information unique to this project as applicable.

B. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Submit three copies of manufacturers’ printed instructions for delivery, storage, preparation, installation, and finishing required for shingles and flashing.

C. Samples: Provide three shingles, three shingling nails. Identify each with Project Name and Number, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Wood Shingles: Comply with recommendations of the National Roofing Contractors

Association and Red Cedar Shingle and Handsplit Shake Bureau (RCSHSB). Should these recommendations conflict with contract documents, request clarification from

Project Manager before proceeding.

B. Flashing: Comply with Revere Copper and Brass, Inc., Copper and Common Sense, 6th edition and SMACMA, Architectural Sheet Metal Manual.

C. Sheathing: Comply with "American Softwood Lumber Standard", PS 20 by the U.S.

Department of Commerce and ALSC "National Grading Rule for Dimension Lumber".

D. Roofing work shall be watertight for required weather exposures and shall not deteriorate in excess of normal weathering rate.

E. Comply fully with manufacturers' instructions. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Project Manager before proceeding.

1.4 TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING, STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Transport, handle, store and protect Products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Deliver products to the site in unbroken rolls, bundles, sealed containers, or bags, fully identified with the manufacturer's name, brand, type and grade.

C. Store products and product materials only in such locations assigned for such purposes by the Project Manager.

D. Keep storage area neat and clean.

1.5 WARRANTY

A. The contractor shall guarantee all materials and workmanship for a period of one year following completion of Work and remedy any defects to same at no additional cost to the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission.

2.1 SHINGLES

A. Manufacturers: All roof surfaces shall be covered with shingles bearing the Cedar Shake

& Shingle Bureau’s office grade marked label.

A. Cedar Shakes: RCSHSB sized and graded, 5/8” Tapersawn, 18” long Premium Western

Red Cedar for Hood Roofs. With CERTI-LAST pressure treated preservative applied.

B. Ridge Caps: Boston or woven ridge shingles to match existing

2.2 ACCESSORIES

A. Nails: stainless steel, splitless shingle type, of sufficient length to penetrate roof sheathing

¾ inch minimum.

B. Underlayment

a. 30lb roofing felt:

2.3 FLASHING MATERIALS

A. Valley Flashing: 26 gauge unfinished Galvalume

B. Nails: barbed roofing nails, No. 12 gauge of the same metal as the flashing; and of sufficient length to penetrate wood substrate 1/2 inch.

2.4 FLASHING FABRICATION

A. Form flashings to protect materials from physical damage and to shed water.

B. Form sections square and accurate to profile, in maximum possible lengths, free from distortion or defects detrimental to appearance or performance.

3.1 EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION

A. Verify that plumbing stacks and roof penetrations are flashed to deck surfaces.

B. Verify deck surfaces are dry, free of ridges, warps, or voids. Broom clean surfaces.

B. Verify that sheathing is sound and securely fastened to rafters.

3.2 INSTALLATION - SHINGLES

A. Place shingles in accordance with RCSHSB requirements to produce straight weather exposure to produce triple thickness over roof area.

B. Provide triple starter course at eaves.

C. Project first course 1 ½ inch beyond face of fascia boards.

D. Stagger joints. Joints in any one course are to be separated by a minimum 1 1/2 inch from the joints in an adjacent course. Joints in alternate course must not be in direct alignment.

E. Maintain butt ends of all shingles in each course in straight, true alignment across roof.

F. Joints are to be 3/8 inch minimum, 5/8 inch maximum.

G. Maximum face width of shingle to be 8”.

H. Shingle exposure shall be 5” to match existing.

I. Each shingle shall receive two nails. Nails shall be driven flush but not so the nail head crushes the wood. Drive nails ¾ to 1 inch from each side edge of shingle and 1.5 to 2 inches above the butt line of the course to follow. Drive nails a minimum 3/4 inch into lath boards. Do not drive nail tips through lath boards.

J. If contractor proposes to utilize pneumatic nail gun, proficiency and technique must be demonstrated and approved by project manager. Contractor must demonstrate proficiency on a course of shingles @ 10’ long at the beginning of the project. Approval must be granted by the project manager prior to continued use of nail gun.

K. Coordinate repair or replacement, as required, and weather tight placement of counter flashings.

J. Complete installation to provide weather tight service.

3.3 INSTALLATION - METAL FLASHING

A. Install flashings in accordance with RCSHSB requirements and the details on the drawings.