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This is a specification document for the Gladwin Community Schools 2020 School Bond Projects, prepared by Integrated Designs Inc. in Marquette, Michigan, for the school district located in Gladwin, Michigan. The project encompasses four bid packages covering mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and building automation system (BAS) installations across three school buildings: Elementary School, Intermediate School, and High School. Bid Package #1 addresses elementary school boiler pump replacement, piping modifications, exhaust fan installation, classroom sink and fountain upgrades, and associated electrical work. Bid Package #2 involves intermediate school boiler and pump replacement, new domestic water heater, air handling unit replacement with air conditioning, waste piping replacement, library and conference room lighting upgrades, and electrical work. Bid Package #3 includes high school weight training room upgrades, heating water boiler replacement, gymnasium air handling unit replacement with air conditioning, exhaust fan replacement, wood shop dust collector replacement, and electrical work. Bid Package #4 requires installation of a new BACnet open protocol controls system to replace existing pneumatic controls across all three buildings. Sealed bids were due March 25, 2021 at 11:00 a.m., with the anticipated award date of April 5, 2021. Work was scheduled for substantial completion by September 24, 2021, with project closeout no later than October 15, 2021. Contractors were required to submit bid security equal to 5% of the bid amount and provide 100% surety bonds for performance and payment.
The bid documents specified that bids would be taken on a lump-sum basis for each package, with pricing to include all labor, materials, equipment, and incidentals necessary for complete installation. The project required compliance with all applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations, including ASHRAE, ASME, ANSI, NFPA, and Michigan Plumbing and Mechanical Codes. Special COVID-19 work requirements were mandated, including social distancing protocols, personal protective equipment, daily screening procedures, and designated site entry points. The specifications included detailed technical requirements for all mechanical systems, electrical installations, building automation controls, and testing and balancing procedures. Contractors were required to submit comprehensive shop drawings, product data, construction schedules, and equipment specifications for approval prior to installation. The contract included provisions for change orders, warranty requirements (one-year contractor guarantee and ten-year heat exchanger warranty on boilers), and a one-year full maintenance period by authorized service representatives following substantial completion.
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Specifications For
Gladwin Community Schools 2020 School Bond Projects
Owner
Gladwin Community Schools 401 North Bowery Avenue Gladwin MI 48624-1409
Prepared By
1021 West Baraga Avenue Marquette, MI 49855 906-228-4480 Fax: 906-228-7524
Issued for Construction: March 4, 2021
Project Number 19-870
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SECTION 00005
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 0 - BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
00001 Cover Page 00005 Table of Contents 00020 Invitation to Bid 00110 Instructions to Bidder 00310 Bid Proposal Form 00400 Supplements to Bid Forms 00500 Bond Form 00600 Form of Agreement 00800 Supplementary Conditions
DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
01010 Summary of the Work 01015 Contractor's Use of the Premises 01027 Applications for Payment 01153 Change Order Procedure 01350 Electronic Submittals 01370 Schedule of Values 01400 Quality Control 01500 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01600 Product Requirements 01630 Substitutions, Product Acceptance 01700 Contract Close-Out 01710 Cleaning 01720 Project Record Documents 01740 Warranties and Bonds
DIVISION 2 – SITEWORK – NOT USED
DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE – NOT USED
DIVISION 4 – MASONRY – NOT USED
DIVISION 5 – METALS – NOT USED
DIVISION 6 – WOOD & PLASTICS – NOT USED
DIVISION 7 – THERMAL & MOISTURE PROTECTION – NOT USED
DIVISION 8 – DOORS & WINDOWS – NOT USED
DIVISION 9 – FINISHES – NOT USED
DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES – NOT USED
DIVISION 11– EQUIPMENT – NOT USED
DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS – NOT USED
DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION – NOT USED
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING SYSTEMS – NOT USED
DIVISION 15– MECHANICAL
15010 General Materials Provisions 15050 Basic Mechanical Material & Methods 15190 Mechanical Identification 15250 Mechanical Insulation 15400 Plumbing 15510 Hydronic Piping 15515 Hydronic Specialties 15557 Condensing Boilers 15990 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing
DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL
16010 Basic Electrical Requirements 16060 Minor Electrical Demolition for Remodeling 16111 Conduit 16120 Wire and Cable 16130 Boxes 16180 Equipment Wiring Systems 16190 Supporting Devices 16195 Electrical Identification 16250 Grounding and Bonding 16440 Disconnect Switches 16470 Panelboards 16480 Motor Control 16510 Lighting Fixtures
END OF SECTION
INVITATION TO BID
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SECTION 00020
Notice is given hereby that will accept bids from qualified contractors for:
2020 School Bond Projects according to Drawings and Specifications prepared by:
Integrated Designs Inc.
1021 West Baraga Avenue Marquette, MI 49855
Work is described as Including, but not limited to:
Bid Package #1: Elementary School - Replace boiler pumps and miscellaneous piping modifications associated with the boiler room work; adding exhaust fans; installing new classroom sinks, drinking fountains and new countertops in select rooms; and associated electrical work.
Bid Package #2: Intermediate School - Replace boilers, boiler pumps and distribution pumps; new condensing type sealed combustion domestic water heater; miscellaneous piping modifications associated with the work in the boiler room; replace Gymnasium and Media center air handling units and install packaged rooftop units with air conditioning, gas piping to serve rooftop units, waste piping replacement in tunnel between kitchen and office; new lighting in the library and conference room; and associated electrical work.
Bid Package #3: High School – Install new dedicated rooftop unit, new lights, and new ceiling in the Weight training room; replace heating water boilers, distribution pumps, miscellaneous piping associated with the heating plant; replace gymnasium air handling units and add air conditioning; replace existing roof exhaust fans; replace wood shop dust collector; all associated electrical work; and general trades work
Bid Package #4: Replace/add controllers and control devices in the Elementary School, Intermediate School and High School as required to install new BACnet open protocol controls system and eliminate the pneumatic controls.
Sealed bids will be received at the office of Mr. Rick Seebeck, Superintendent, Gladwin Community Schools, 401 North Bowery Avenue, Gladwin, MI 48624-1409, until 11:00 am., Local Time, Thursday, March 25, 2021
. At that time, bids will be publicly opened. Bids received after the date and time specified will be returned to the bidder, unopened.
Because of the current COVID-19 restrictions about group size and social distancing, it is recommended that each contractor contact Ron Smith, Director of Facilities, at 989-387-2454 to arrange a time to walk through the schools to see the existing conditions before submitting a bid.
Bids will be taken on a lump sum basis as defined on the Bid Form. Bids shall be accompanied by bid security equal to 5% of the bid amount.
100% Surety Bonds for performance and payment of labor and materials are required. Bonds must be
00020-1 submitted on the forms provided. No alteration(s) to the form will be accepted.
Bid Documents will be available Thursday, March 4, 2021 at the IDI Online Plan Room. Log on to www.idiplanspace.com, where you can view and order plans for this project. If you have any problems logging on, viewing, or ordering plans please call Blue Print Services at 1-800-640-4539.
The Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularity in the bidding or the bidding process and accept the bid that is most advantageous to the Owner.
Dated: March 1, 2021 By: Gladwin Community Schools http://www.idiplanspace.com/�
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS
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SECTION 00110
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 PROCUREMENT OF DOCUMENTS
IDI Online Plan Room. Log on to www.idiplanspace.com, where you can view and order plans for this project. If you have any problems logging on, viewing, or ordering plans please call Blue Print Services at 1-800-640-4539.
PART 2 MATERIALS – NOT USED
PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS AND SITE
A. Bidders shall carefully examine the Contract Documents and the construction site to obtain first-hand knowledge of existing conditions. Contractor will not be given extra payments for conditions that can be determined by visually examining the site and Contract Documents.
B. Because of the current COVID-19 restrictions limiting group size and dictating social distancing, it is 989-387-2454 to arrange a time to walk through the buildings and see the existing conditions before submitting a bid. See further MHHS safety requirements further down in this section.
3.2 QUESTIONS, INTERPRETATIONS, AND ADDENDA
A. Should any bidder find discrepancies between the Drawings and Specifications, or should he be in doubt as to their exact meaning, he should notify the Architect/Engineer. The Architect/Engineer then, at his option, may then issue Addenda clarifying same. The Owner will not be responsible for oral instructions or for the Contractor's misinterpretations of Drawings and Specifications.
B. The Architect/Engineer reserves the right to issue Addenda at any time prior to the bid opening.
All such addenda shall become, upon issuance, an inseparable part of the Contract Documents.
Each bidder shall incorporate within his bid proposal all costs for items listed in the Addenda;
and shall acknowledge receipt and the identifying number of each Addendum on the Bid Proposal Form and on the outside of the sealed bid envelope.
3.3 BID SECURITY, BONDS, AND INSURANCE
A. Bid Security, Performance, and Payment Bonds will be required on this project.
1. A Bid Bond is required in the amount of 5% of total Bid, minimum.
2. Performance Bond and Payment Bond Requirements are described in the General and
Supplementary Conditions, 100% of total Bid, minimum. Cost for bonds shall be included in the base bid amount.
3. Insurance Requirements are described in the General and Supplementary Conditions.
4. Owner shall carry a builders risk policy equal to the value of the contract for the duration of the project.
3.4 MODIFICATION AND WITHDRAWAL
A. Proposals may be withdrawn and/or changed any time prior to the bid opening. Proposals may not be withdrawn or changed after the bid opening time; and shall be deemed a firm offer continuing for ninety (90) calendar days. Bids received after the time and date of the bid opening will be returned unopened to the bidder.
3.5 SUBSTITUTION OF SPECIFIED PRODUCTS
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A. Coordinate substitution Requirements with Section 01630
3.6 CODES, ORDINANCES, REGULATIONS, ETC.
A. All labor and materials shall be furnished and installed in strict accordance with the latest applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations of any governing body that has jurisdiction over this project.
B. If the quality of the labor and materials required by the Drawings and Specifications exceeds the requirements of the applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations, the Drawings and Specifications shall take precedence.
C. If the quality of the labor and materials required by the applicable codes, ordinances, and regulations exceed the requirements of the Drawings and Specifications, the applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, etc., shall take precedence.
3.7 SUB-CONTRACTOR AND MATERIAL SUPPLIERS
A. The successful Bidder shall submit to the Owner, a complete list of all sub-contractors, suppliers, and all substitutions he proposes to engage in the work.
B. The successful bidder will be required to submit the list of sub-contractors for owner approval prior to execution of a contract.
3.8 AWARD OF CONTRACT
A. The material proposed to be used for the completion of work, and the competency, solvency, and responsibility of the bidders will receive due consideration before the awarding of this contract. In the reception of proposals for the work, the Owner incurs no obligation to accept the lowest or any proposal submitted. The right to accept or reject any and all bids is reserved by the Owner. The Owner reserves the right to require testimonial or legal documents pertaining to the solvency of a Contractor.
3.9 CONTRACTS WITH SUBCONTRACTORS
A. All contracts made by the successful Bidder with Subcontractors shall be covered by the terms and conditions of the Contract. The successful Bidder shall see to it that his Sub-contractors are fully informed in regard to these terms and conditions.
3.10 CHANGES IN THE WORK
A. The Bidder shall state in the space provided in the Proposal Form the changes, expressed as a percentage of the cost, for changes in the work, when done by his own organization and when done by Subcontractors under his Contract. Fees shall include all charges for supervision, on site superintendents, overhead and profit. Charges for taxes, social security payments and insurance shall be computed separately and shall not be subject to percentage fee.
3.11 PREVAILING WAGES
A. Davis-Bacon Act wage rates are not required to be paid on this project.
3.12 SCHEDULE
A. Work shall commence upon recommendation of award by Engineer, and approval to award by the school Board. Anticipated award date is April 5, 2021.
B. Work shall be substantially complete on, or before, September 24, 2021. Substantially complete shall be defined as all systems have been installed, tested, and are fully operational for the heating season.
C. Project shall achieve close-out no later than October 15, 2021.
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3.13 COVID-19 WORK REQUIREMENTS
A. Construction work should comply with the general in-person safety requirements for businesses and operations. As of this specifications printing, State of Michigan Department of Public Health requires construction work to:
• Maintain 6-feet of “social distance” between persons on the worksite or, when workers cannot maintain this distance, require them to wear face shields or masks.
• Develop a COVID-19 preparedness and response plan consistent with OSHA’s “Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for COVID-19”.
• Limit to maximum extent possible your in-person interaction with clients and patrons.
• Provide PPE (gloves, googles, face shields, face masks), for construction workers as appropriate for the activity being performed.
• Adopt protocols for the sharing of tools and equipment to the maximum extent possible and to ensure frequent and thorough cleaning of tools, equipment and frequently touched surfaces.
• Designate a site specific supervisor(s) to monitor and oversee COVID-19 control strategies. A supervisor must be on-site at all times during construction activities of all work. An on-site worker may be designates to perform the supervisory role. Sub-contractors may each have a designated supervisor to oversee their COVID-19 control strategies.
• Implement a daily screening protocol for workers entering the work site, including a questionnaire about symptoms and exposure to people with possible COVID-19. A temperature screening should be included whenever possible, and maybe required by the school for working on site when students or school personnel are present..
• Create and use a dedicated entry point at the work site as agreed upon with the school.
Issue an indicator such as a sticker that indicates the worker has received a screening before entering the work site that day.
• Provide instructions for the distribution and disposal of PPE, including the designation of on-site location(s) for soiled mask disposal.
• Encourage or require the use of work gloves, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact with contaminated surfaces.
• Identify designated hand-washing and toilet facilities, and provide a hand-sanitizing station(s) easily accessed by workers.
• Notify of any COVID-19 cases among workers, or household members of workers at the work site.
• Restrict or limit unnecessary movement between project sites, material suppliers, or other destinations by carefully planning out the work and materials needed well in advance.
B. Gladwin Public Schools or the local County Health Department may have additional requirements for performing in-person construction, or have reduced requirements by the date on-site work is started. All current requirements and mandates shall be followed.
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BID PROPOSAL FORM
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NAME OF
BIDDER__________________________________________________________________________
To: Gladwin Community Schools
PROPOSAL FOR: 2020School Bond Projects
The undersigned having examined the Bidding Documents, including the Advertisement for Bids, Invitation to Bid, Instructions to Bidders, Supplementary Instructions to Bidders, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, Supplementary Special Conditions Technical Specifications, Plans, Drawings and other exhibits, on file at the Office of the Engineer for all classifications of the Work for this Project, and being familiar with all conditions affecting this proposed Project, including the site and the availability of labor and material, hereby proposes to furnish all labor, material, tools, equipment, utilities, transportation or other facilities and services necessary to perform and complete the construction of the proposed Project in accordance with the Bidding Documents, as modified, augmented or supplemented by Addenda, for the sums and under the conditions as follows:
ADDENDA - The undersigned acknowledges:
Addendum Number______ Dated___________ Addendum Number_____ Dated___________
Addendum Number______ Dated___________ Addendum Number_____ Dated___________
Addendum Number______ Dated___________ Addendum Number_____ Dated___________
Addendum Number______ Dated___________ Addendum Number_____ Dated___________
BID PACKAGE #1 – Elementary School: The undersigned agrees to the performance of the Work as stated for the Base Bid Sum of
___________________________________________________________________________________Dollars
BID PACKAGE #2 – Intermediate School: The undersigned agrees to the performance of the Work as stated for the Base Bid Sum of
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BID PACKAGE #3 – High School: The undersigned agrees to the performance of the Work as stated for the
Base Bid Sum of
BID PACKAGE #4 – BAS Controls for Elementary, Intermediate and High School Buildings:
The undersigned agrees to the performance of the Work as stated for the Base Bid Sum of
FEES FOR AUTHORIZED CHANGES - For changes in the work authorized by a Modification involving additions to or deductions from the Contract Sum, the undersigned agrees to perform or omit (or to cause to be performed or omitted by his subcontractors) such work at net cost to him, plus the following percentages to be added to the net cost or credited to the Owner, which percentages shall include all charges for supervision, overhead and profit. The undersigned further agrees that he shall bind his subcontractors not to charge a higher fee for authorized changes than he agrees to, as follows, in accordance with paragraph 12.1.3 of the Supplementary Conditions.
ADDITIONS
Contractor work not under subcontract
Contractor work under subcontract
TIME OF COMPLETION - The undersigned agrees to commence work on a date specified in a written "Notice of Award of Contract" by the Owner; and to fully complete the installation no later than September 24, 2021.
WITHDRAWAL OF BID - The undersigned agrees that this bid may not be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the opening date for receipt thereof. The undersigned further agrees that in the event a biddable addendum is issued to reduce the construction cost to be within budget, this bid may not be withdrawn for seventy-five (75) days after the date of opening bids for this Addendum.
BID SECURITY - Accompanying this Proposal is a Bid Bond in the amount of
_______________________________________________________Dollars ($____________________) which represents five percent (5%) of the Sum of all Bid Packages included in this bid. It is agreed the Bid Security shall be retained as liquidated damages by the Owner if the undersigned fails to execute the Agreement or furnish Bonds or Certificate of Insurance as specified within ten (10) days after notification of the award of Contract.
REJECTION OF BID - The undersigned understands that the Owner reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive any informalities in the bid or the bid process.
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LEGAL STATUS OF BIDDER - The undersigned does hereby declare that the Bidder has the following legal status:
1. A Corporation organized and existing under the laws of the State of
______________________ for whom, ___________________________________________________, whose signature is affixed hereto is duly authorized to execute contracts.
2. A Partnership, all the partners of which, with addresses are:
3. An individual, whose signature is affixed hereto.
FIRM NAME AND ADDRESS OF BIDDERS - This bid is submitted in the name of:
FIRM NAME
BUSINESS ADDRESS
TELEPHONE NUMBER
SIGNED BY TITLE
(Signature)
SIGNED AND SEALED THIS __________________DAY OF _________________________________, 2021.
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SUPPLEMENTS TO BID FORMS
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SECTION 00400
TO:
PROJECT:
2020 School Bond Projects
SUBMITTED
BY: (Full name)
(Full address)
In accordance with Document 00100 - Instructions to Bidders and Document 00310 - Bid Form, we include the Supplements to Bid Form Appendices listed below. The information provided shall be considered an integral part of the Bid Form.
These Appendices are as follows:
Appendix A - Subcontractors: Include the names of primary subcontractors and the portions of the work they will perform.
Appendix B - Voluntary Alternates.
SUPPLEMENTS TO BID FORM SIGNATURE(S)
The Corporate Seal of:
(Bidder, please print the full name of your Proprietorship, Partnership or Corporation) was hereunto affixed in the presence of:
(Authorized signing officer) (Title)
(Authorized signing officer) (Title)
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APPENDIX A
Herewith is the list of subcontractors referenced in the Bid submitted by:
(Bidder)
To: Gladwin Community Schools dated: __________
, 2021 which is an integral part of the Bid form.
The following work will be performed (or provided) by subcontractors and coordinated by us: (Use a separate sheet if necessary) Prime contractors indicate your respective subcontractors
SECTION OF WORK SUBCONTRACTOR
Failure to identify sub contractors at the time of bid may be cause for rejection of the bid.
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APPENDIX B
The following is a list of Voluntary Alternates referenced in the Bid submitted by:
(Bidder) to Gladwin Community Schools dated ___________________
, 2021 which is an integral part of the Bid.
The Contract Sum proposed by the undersigned on the Bid Form is for the work as shown on the Drawings, described in the Specifications and otherwise defined in the Contract Documents. However, the undersigned proposes the following Voluntary Alternates for the Owner's consideration. Should the Owner accept any or all of the proposed substitutions, the bidders proposed Contract sum will be reduced by the amount shown.
Drawing
Specified Number Proposed Product or or Spec Proposed Reduction Material: Section: Substitution: in Contract Sum:
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BOND FORM
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SECTION 00500
BOND FORM
1.1 BOND FORM
A. AIA Document A-312 Performance and Payment Bond Forms are included by reference herein. Copies of these documents may be obtained from the office of the Architect.
B. Standard forms issued by surety companies are acceptable.
FORM OF AGREEMENT
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SECTION 00600
FORM OF AGREEMENT
1.1 FORM OF AGREEMENT
A. AIA Document A-101 Standard Form of Agreement between Owner and Contractor where the basis of payment is a Stipulated Sum, is included by reference herein.
B. AIA Document A-201 General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, most recent edition, is included by reference herein.
C. Copies of these documents may be obtained from the office of the Architect.
SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS
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SECTION 00800
SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS
1. The "General Conditions of the Contract for Construction," AIA Document A201, 14th edition, 1997, Articles 1 through 14 inclusive, is part of this Contract.
2. The following supplements modify, delete from, and/or add to the General Conditions.
A. All Articles, or portions thereof, which are not specifically modified, deleted, or superseded hereby, remain in full effect.
B. The General Conditions also may be supplemented elsewhere in the Contract Documents by provisions located in, but not necessarily limited to, Division 1 of the Specifications.
3. After subparagraph 1.1.7, add:
1.1.8 MISCELLANEOUS DEFINITIONS
.1 The term "product" includes materials, systems, and equipment.
.2 The term "provide" includes furnishing and installing a product, complete in place, tested and approved.
.3 The term "building code," and the term "code," refer to regulations of governmental agencies having jurisdiction.
.4 The terms "approved," "required," and "as directed" refer to and indicate the work or materials that may be approved, required, or directed by the Architect acting as the agent of the Owner.
.5 The term "similar" means in its general sense and not necessarily identical.
.6 The terms "shown," "indicated," "detailed," "noted," "scheduled," and terms of similar import, refer to requirements contained in the Contract Documents.
.7 The term "Architect/Engineer" means the Architect/Engineer himself or his assigned representative.
4. Paragraph 1.2 Correlation, and Intent; Add the following to Subparagraph 1.2.
Subparagraph 1.2.3
Wherever the quality of labor and materials required by the drawings and specification exceeds the requirements of the drawings and specifications, the applicable codes, ordinances, regulations, etc. shall take precedence.
5. Subparagraph 2.2.5 - Delete in its entirety and insert the following in lieu thereof:
The Contractor will be furnished, free of charge, Three (3) copies of prints of Drawings and Specifications, plus the prints described in Section 01700 of the Specifications. The Contractor may secure additional copies of prints of Drawings and Specifications from the Architect/Engineer at the cost indicated in the invitation to bid.
6. Subparagraph 3.3.4 - Add the following:
The Contractor shall, in the performance of the Contract, comply with and give all stipulations and representations required by all Federal, State, County, and Local Ordinances and Regulations, and shall require such compliance, stipulations, and representations by all other persons with whom he shall enter into Contract Documents and any additional work necessary to meet Code requirements shall be made by the Contractor without extra cost to the Owner.
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Subparagraph 3.10 - Contractor's Construction Schedules; Substitute the following for Subparagraph 3.10.1
The Contractor, immediately after being awarded the Contract, shall prepare and submit for the Owner's and Architect's approval, an estimated progress schedule for the work. The progress schedule shall be related to the entire Project to the extent required by the Contract Documents. This schedule shall indicate the dates for the starting and completion of the various phases of construction and shall be revised as required by the conditions of the Work, subject to the Owner's approval.
Subparagraph 3.10.2 - Add the following :
In planning his construction schedule within the agreed contract time, it shall be assumed that the Contractor has anticipated the amount of adverse weather conditions normal to the site of the Work for the season or seasons of the year involved. Only those weather delays attributable to other than normal weather conditions will be considered by the Architect/Engineer.
Subparagraph 3.10.3 - Add the following:
When the contract time has been extended, as provided under this Paragraph, such extension of time shall not be considered as justifying extra compensation to the Contractor for administrative costs or other such reasons.
Add the following subarticles:
Subparagraph 3.10.4
Scheduling of construction activities shall be submitted to the Architect by the General Contractor to establish a reasonable sequence of work and contract duration. Its purpose is to define the sequence and duration of activities, not the scope of the work, and its existence does not in any way relieve the Contractors of the responsibility of meeting other requirements of the Contract Documents.
Subparagraph 3.10.5
The schedule shall be based on a precedence network for development of a critical path, providing a comprehensive planning tool to permit completion of the Project in the allotted time. The activity sequence and durations describe a reasonable schedule for the work. Since other sequences are possible, the Contractor will, immediately after the award of the Contract or the issuance of a Letter of Intent, meet with the Owner and Architect to expand the detail of the Schedule and to allow the Contractor an opportunity to propose improvements and modifications to the established sequence and durations which will not alter the milestone dates or the duration of the Project itself. No extension of time for completion will be granted to the Contractor when it is evident that he could have avoided the need of same by the exercise of reasonable foresight.
Subparagraph 3.10.6
Periodically during construction, the Contractor will meet with the Owner and the Architect for the purpose of obtaining current and accurate progress data. This information will be used to monitor the schedule and to further revise activity sequences and durations when, in the opinion of the Architect, a need for doing so has been established. After such revisions, the Contractor shall submit a revised schedule indicating any changes.
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7. Paragraph 3.14 - Cutting and Patching; Add the following subarticles:
Subparagraph 3.14.3
The Contractor and Subcontractors shall be responsible for all cutting and patching necessary for his work unless herein specifically stated to the contrary.
Subparagraph 3.14.4
Any cost caused by defective or ill-timed work shall be borne by the party responsible.
Subparagraph 3.14.5
Each Subcontractor shall do all fitting of his own work as required to make its several components fit together or to receive the work of other Contractors.
Holes cut in exterior walls or roofs for installation of mechanical or electrical equipment shall be waterproofed by the Contractor responsible for such installation.
Subparagraph 3.14.6
Permission to patch any areas of work does not imply a waiver of the Architect's right to require complete removal and replacement in said areas and of said items if, in the Architect's opinion, appearance of the work is not according to the Contract Documents.
Subparagraph 3.14.7
Subcontractors shall place sleeves and inserts correctly for pipes, conduits, and similar items in forms, walls, partitions, and floors. All said work shall be done in cooperation with Concrete Foundation, Interior Concrete, and Mason Contractors. All items shall be placed in ample time so as not to delay concrete or masonry operations. Do not place sleeves so they pass vertically through beams, girders, trusses, and similar construction, unless locations are approved by the Architect.
Subparagraph 3.14.8
The Contractor shall see that sleeves are kept in their proper positions and not displaced by placing of concrete or other construction work. Locations of chases are indicated in the mechanical and electrical drawings. The Contractor shall be responsible for the inclusion of these items in the work and shall advise all Subcontractors and the Architect of all changes.
8. Paragraph 3.15 - Cleaning Up; Add the following subparagraphs:
Subparagraph 3.15.3
It shall be the duty of each separate Contractor to keep the premises free of accumulations of surplus materials and rubbish caused by his operations. Debris shall be removed immediately by the responsible Contractor.
Subparagraph 3.15.4
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Each Friday afternoon, and more often if necessary, the General Contractor shall provide for an overall clean-up of the entire site, including removal from the site of all unidentified rubbish and debris and shall broom clean all appropriate surfaces. All Contractors and their subcontractors shall remove their rubbish and debris from the building and the site promptly upon its accumulation and in no event later than the regular Friday of general clean-up.
Subparagraph 3.15.5
Burning of rubbish on site will not be permitted. Rubbish shall not be thrown through from the building, except into approved rubbish containers or dumpsters.
Dust control measures, chutes and clean up of scattered debris are the responsibilities of the general contractor.
Subparagraph 3.15.6
The Contractor shall keep the site free from accumulations of his rubbish and waste materials at all times and shall see that subcontractors remove and dispose of their rubbish. Arrangements for removal and disposition of the rubbish will be made by each Contractors concerned at no cost to the Owner.
Subparagraph 3.15.7
Should any Contractor or subcontractor allow rubbish or waste material to accumulate on any portion of the site or in any portion of the building to such extent that accumulation constitutes a hazard or obstructs the prosecution of the work, the Owner may, if the Contractor or subcontractor at fault fails to remove such rubbish or waste material within three days after written notice to clean up the accumulation, engage proper labor or services of another Contractor to make necessary removal and disposition and to charge cost against monies due the Contractor or subcontractor at fault.
9. Article 4 - Administration of the Contract - Paragraph 4.1 - Architect; Add the following to subparagraph 4.1.1
Integrated Designs, Inc.
Architect/Engineer 1021 West Baraga Avenue 906/228-4480 Marquette, Michigan 49855 (FAX) 906/228-7524
The word "Engineer" shall be synonymous with the word "Architect" hereafter.
10. At the end of Subparagraph 4.5.2, add:
Subparagraph 4.5.2.1
After appointment of the arbitrator or arbitrators, the parties to the arbitration shall have the right to take depositions and to obtain discovery regarding the subject matter of the arbitration and, to that end, to use and exercise all of the same rights, remedies, and procedures, and be subject to all of the same duties, liabilities, and obligations in the arbitration with respect to the subject matter thereof, as if the matter of the arbitration were pending in a civil action before a Superior Court of the State.
11. Article 9 - Payments and Completion. Amend Subparagraph 9.3.1 to read as follows:
Subparagraph 9.3.1
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At least fourteen (14) days before each progress payment falls due, the Contractor shall submit to the Architect an itemized Application for Certificate for Payment, A.I.A. Document G702, supported by such data substantiating the Contractor's right to payment as the Owner, and Architect may require.
Add the following subarticle:
Subparagraph 9.5.3
Until the work has been evaluated as substantially complete by the Owner and Architect, the Owner shall pay no less than 90% due the Contractor on account of progress payments for completed work. Upon presentation to the Owner by the Contractor, a Consent of Surety to Final Payment (A.I.A. Document G707) and Certificate of Substantial Completion (A.I.A. Document G704), the retainage shall be released in full.
Add the following Paragraph: 9.10.5
Each Contractor on his own behalf and on behalf of all his subcontractors and suppliers of material and labor (insofar as he is able to contract) shall hereby expressly waive the benefits of the Mechanics Lien Laws of the State of Michigan. The Contractor agrees to procure, from each of his subcontractors and suppliers of labor and material, a release of any claim to a Mechanics Lien of Laws of the State of Michigan. In addition, he agrees to furnish the Owner each and every document, affidavit, or assurance which, in the opinion of the Owner, is necessary or appropriate to assure the Owner immunity from Mechanics Liens.
Liens on account of anything done by this Contractor, or those acting under him or as his subcontractors in carrying out the terms of this Contract and any and all work orders for additions thereto, all as a condition of payments by he Owner on account of this Contract or on account of any of said work ordered for additions thereto. Payments made by the Owner, without requiring strict compliance with the terms of this paragraph shall not be construed as a waiver by the Owner of the right to insist upon such compliance as a condition of later payments.
12. Article 10 - Protection of Persons and Property. Add to Article 10.2 - Safety of Persons and
Property as follows:
At the end of subparagraph 10.2.6, add:
It shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor's safety representative to do the inspection and protection of the construction workers and third parties and property against negligent construction techniques and to insure the safety of the work site, and hold the Owner, and the Architect/Engineer harmless from the methods used and the consequences of construction.
Subparagraph 10.2.8
At the start of construction, adequate barricades and lighting to protect the building area, storage areas, driveways, parking areas, property lines adjoining neighbors properties are required.
Subparagraph 10.2.8.1
Once construction of the structures is started, the on-site storage of materials becomes significant. The Contractors shall provide whatever surveillance
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Subparagraph 10.2.8.2
All temporary provisions shall be removed after completion of the Project, or when so directed by the Owner or the Architect.
13. Add the following to Article 11
Subparagraph 11.1.1.4
Claims made for damages or injury or destruction of tangible property, including loss of use resulting therefrom
Subparagraph 11.1.1.6
Claims for damages because of bodily injury or death of any person or property damage arising out of the ownership, maintenance, or use of any motor vehicle or piece of equipment.
Substitute the following for subparagraph 11.1.2:
The Insurance required by subparagraph 11.1.1 shall be written for not less than the following specified limits of liability or the limits required by law, whichever is greater.
Subparagraph 11.1.2.1 - Workmen's Compensation
A. State Statutory B. Applicable Federal (e.g., Longshoremen's, HUD) Statutory C. Employer's Liability $100,000
Subparagraph 11.1.2.2 - Comprehensive General Liability
Including Premise, Operation, Independent Contractor's Protective, Products and Completed Operations, Broad Form Property Damage.
A. Bodily Injury
1. Each Occurrence $1,000,000
2. Annual Aggregate $1,000,000
B. Property Damage
2. Annual Aggregate $1,000,000
C. Builders Risk
1. Contractor shall carry a builders risk policy equal to the value of the contract for the duration of the project.
Subparagraph 11.1.2.3 - Personal Injury
A. Annual Aggregate $1,000,000
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Subparagraph 11.1.2.4 - Comprehensive Automobile Liability
A. Bodily Injury
1. Each Person $1,000,000
2. Each Occurrence $1,000,000
B. Property Damage
Subparagraph 11.1.2.5 - Umbrella Liability $1,000,000
Subparagraph 11.1.2.6 - Property Damage Liability Insurance shall be in coverage for the following hazards: X,C,U, (explosion, collapse, underground) building, property, fire, and theft.
Subparagraph 11.1.2.7 - Independent Contractors and/or Subcontractors: Same limits as noted above.
Add to 11.1 the following subparagraphs:
Subparagraph 11.1.4
Furnish one copy of Certificates herein required for each copy of Agreements;
specifically set forth evidence of all coverage required by 11.1.2 and 11.1.3. The form of the above Certificate shall be standard insurance certificate of coverage.
Furnish to the Owner copies of any endorsements that are subsequently issued amending coverage or limits.
Subparagraph 11.1.5
The Contractor and all subcontractors in connection with the above mentioned Workmen's Compensation and Occupational Disease Insurance, shall furnish to the Owner duly executed forms as prescribed by the Michigan Industrial Commission showing that such insurance is in full force and effect.
Subparagraph 11.1.6
Certificates of Insurance acceptable to the Owner shall be filed with the Owner prior to commencement of the Work. These Certificates shall contain a provision that coverage afforded under the policies will not be cancelled until at least thirty days prior written notice has been given to the Owner.
Substitute the following for Subparagraph 11.5.1
The Contractors shall at the Owner’s option furnish a Performance Bond in an amount equal to One Hundred Percent (100%) of the Contract and, also a Labor and Material Payment Bond in the amount of not less than One Hundred Percent (100%) of the Contract Sum or in a penal sum not less than that prescribed by State, Federal, Territorial, or Local Law, as security for payment of persons performing the Labor on the Project under this Contract and furnishing material in connection with this Contract. The Performance and Material Payment Bond may be in one or separate instruments and shall be delivered to the Owner not later than the date of execution of the Contract.
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SUMMARY OF THE WORK
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SECTION 01010
SUMMARY OF THE WORK
1.1 THE WORK
A. Gladwin Community Schools 2020 School Bond Projects
B. The project includes all material, labor, tools, equipment, field engineering, and appurtenances necessary to complete all work as identified in the Drawings and further defined in these Specifications. This includes all items not specifically mentioned, but incidental to the work to provide a complete and operational product.
C. Work is described as Including, but not limited to:
Bid Package #1: Elementary School - Replace boilers, heating water pumps and miscellaneous piping modifications associated with the boiler room work; adding exhaust fans; removing gas furnaces and installing new unit ventilators and relief hoods in five rooms; installing new classroom sinks, drinking fountains and new countertops in select rooms; electrical power associated with the controls work bid division; all electrical work associated with mechanical; and general trades work required by the documents.
Bid Package #2: Intermediate School - Replace boilers, boiler pumps and distribution pumps; new condensing type sealed combustion domestic water heater; miscellaneous piping modifications associated with the work in the boiler room; replace Gymnasium and Media center air handling units and install packaged rooftop units with air conditioning, gas piping to serve rooftop units; waste piping replacement in tunnel between office and kitchen; new lighting in library and conference room; electrical power associated with the controls work bid division; all electrical work associated with mechanical; and general trades work required by the documents.
Bid Package #3: High School – Install new dedicated rooftop unit, new lights, and new ceiling in the Weight training room; replace heating water boilers, distribution pumps, and miscellaneous piping associated with the heating plant; replace gymnasium air handling units and add air conditioning; replace existing roof exhaust fans; replace wood shop dust collection system, all electrical associated with the mechanical work; electrical power associated with the controls work bid division; and general trades work required to complete the mechanical work described.
Bid Package #4: Replace/add controllers and control devices in the Elementary School, Intermediate School and High School as required to install new BACnet open protocol controls system and eliminate the pneumatic controls. Coordinate controls for all new work of the other bid divisions listed, and provide field inspections and site work to verify extent of renovation work to existing mechanical systems. Coordinate all LAN and web work with School IT personnel, and provide all data drops to new control panels. Remove existing pneumatic air compressor, filter, dryer and any reducing stations and other pneumatic devices once the new BAS controls are complete and operational.
C. Work shall be substantially completed no later than September 24, 2021.
CONTRACTOR'S USE OF THE PREMISES
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SECTION 01015
CONTRACTOR'S USE OF THE PREMISES
1.1 DESCRIPTION
A. Work included: This Section applies to situations in which the Contractor or his representatives including, but not necessarily limited to, suppliers, subcontractors, employees, and field engineers, enter upon the Owner's property.
B. Related Work:
1. Documents affecting work of this Section include, but are not necessarily limited to, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, and Sections in Division I of these
1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Promptly upon award of the Contract, notify all pertinent personnel regarding requirements of this Section.
B. Require that all personnel who will enter upon the Owner's property certify their awareness of and familiarity with the requirements of this Section.
1.3 TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES
A. Truck and equipment access:
1. To avoid traffic conflict with vehicles of the staff and others using the building, and to avoid overloading of streets and driveways elsewhere on the Owner's property, limit the access of trucks and equipment to the designated area.
2. Provide adequate protection for curbs and sidewalks over which trucks and equipment pass to reach the job site.
3. Include within the bid a cost to repair any damage caused to the surfaces or grassy areas.
1.4 PERFORMANCE
A. The Contractor and his Sub-contractors shall conduct their operations in a manner so as to not cause any undue inconvenience or hazard to occupants and clients of the remainder of the building. Areas other than that of the project limits shall not be used for storage of material and shall be kept clean at all times at the Contractor's expense. Any damage to those areas shall be repaired or replaced at Contractor's expense. The Architect/Engineer shall make the determination as to the acceptability of the proposed repair or replacement.
1.5 SECURITY
A. Restrict the access of all persons entering upon the Owner's property in connection with the Work to the actual site of the Work.
APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT
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SECTION 01027
APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT
A. Work included: Comply with procedures described in this Section when applying for progress payment and final payment under the Contract.
B. Related work:
1. Documents affecting work of this Section include, but are not necessarily limited to, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, and Sections in Division 1 of these Specifications.
2. The contract Sum and the schedule for payments are described in the form of agreement.
3. Payments upon Substantial Completion and Completion of the Work are described in the General Conditions and in Section 01700 of these
A. Prior to start of construction, secure the owners approval of the schedule of values required to be submitted in accordance with the General Conditions, and further described in these Specifications.
B. During progress of the Work, modify the schedule of values as approved by the owner to reflect changes in the Contract Sum due to Change Orders or other modifications of the Contract.
C. Base requests for payment on the approved schedule of values.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Formal submittal: Unless otherwise directed by the owner:
1. Make formal submittal of request for payment by filling in the agreed data, by typewriter or neat lettering in ink, on AIA Document G702, "Application and Certificate for Payment," plus continuation sheet or sheets G703.
2. Sign and notarize the Application and Certificate for Payment.
3. Submit the original of the Application and Certificate for Payment,
4. The owner will review the formal submittal and when approved, will sign the
Application Certificate for Payment, and will distribute.
a. One copy to Contractor;
b. One copy to Owner;
5. The Owner will disburse directly to the Contractor within 30 days in accordance with the agreement between Owner and Contractor.
CHANGE ORDER PROCEDURE
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SECTION 01153
CHANGE ORDER PROCEDURE
PART I GENERAL
A. Work included: Make such changes in the Work, in the Contract Sum, in the Contract Time of Completion, or any combination thereof, as are described in written Change Orders signed by the Owner and the Architect/Engineer and issued after execution of the Contract, in accordance with the provisions of this Section.
General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions, and Sections in Division 1 of these Specifications.
2. Changes in the Work are described further in Article 7 of the General Conditions.
A. Include within the Contractor's quality assurance program such measures as are needed to assure familiarity of the Contractor's staff and employees with these procedures for processing Change Order data.
A. Make submittals directly to the Architect/Engineer at the address shown in the Project Manual.
B. Submit the number of copies called for under the various items listed in this Section.
1.4 PRODUCT HANDLING
A. Maintain a "Register of Bulletins and Change Orders" issued by the Architect/Engineer at the job site accurately reflecting current status of all pertinent data.
B. Make the Register available to the Architect/Engineer for review at his request.
1.5 PROCESSING CHANGES INITIATED BY THE OWNER
A. Should the Owner contemplate making a change in the Work or a change in the Contract Time of Completion, the Architect/Engineer will issue a "Bulletin" to the Contractor.
1. Bulletins will be dated and will be numbered in sequence.
2. The Bulletins will describe the contemplated change, and will carry one of the following instructions to the Contractor.
a. Make the described change in the Work at no change in the Contract Sum and no change in the Contract Time of Completion;
b. Make the described change in the Work, credit or cost for which will be determined in accordance with Article 7 of the General Conditions.
c. Promptly advise the Architect/Engineer (within 10 days) as to credit or cost proposed for the described change. This is not an authorization to proceed with the change.
B. If the Contractor has been directed by the Architect/Engineer to make the described change in the Work at no change in the Contract Sum and no change in the Contract Time of Completion, but the Contractor wishes to make a claim for one or both of such changes, the
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Contractor shall proceed with the change and shall notify the Architect/Engineer as provided for under Paragraph 4.3.7 of the General Conditions.
C. If the Contractor has been directed by the Architect/Engineer to make the described change subject to later determination of cost or credit in accordance with Article 7.3.6 of the General Conditions, the Contractor shall:
1. Take such measures as needed to make the change.
2. Consult with the Architect/Engineer and reach agreement on the most appropriate method for determining credit or cost for the change.
D. If the Contractor has been directed by the Architect/Engineer to promptly advise him as to credit or cost proposed for the described change, the Contractor shall:
1. Analyze the described change and its impact on cost and time.
2. Secure the required information and forward it to the Architect/Engineer for review.
3. Meet with the Architect/Engineer as required to explain costs and, when appropriate, determine other acceptable ways to achieve the desired objective.
4. Alert pertinent personnel and subcontractors as to the impending change and, to the maximum extent possible, avoid such work as would increase the Owner's cost for making the change, advising the Architect/Engineer in writing when such avoidance is no longer practicable.
1.6 PROCESSING CHANGES INITIATED BY THE CONTRACTOR
A. Should the Contractor discover a discrepancy among the contract Documents, a concealed condition as described in Paragraph 4.3.6 of the General Conditions, or other cause for suggesting a change in the Work, a change in the Contract Sum, or a change in the Contract Time of Completion, he shall notify the Architect/Engineer as required by pertinent provisions of the Contract Documents.
B. Upon agreement by the Architect/Engineer that there is reasonable cause to consider the Contractor's proposed change, the Architect/Engineer will issue a Bulletin in accordance with the provisions described in Article 1.
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