1-Reeves Co 4-H Livestock Bldg-Specs FINAL.pdf

REEVES COUNTY

4-H LIVESTOCK

BUILDING

10 CO RD 118

PECOS, TX 79772

Burns Architecture, LLC

JOB NO.: 4HLB-25

DATE: 9/30/2025

9/30/2025

Architect

PROJECT DIRECTORY 000102

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SECTION 000102

PROJECT DIRECTORY

REEVES COUNTY 4-H LIVESTOCK BUILDING

PECOS, TEXAS

September 30, 2025

COUNTY JUDGE LEO HUNG

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

PRECINCT 1 LOUISE MOORE

PRECINCT 2 ISRAEL CAMPOS

PRECINCT 3 PAUL HINOJOS

ARCHITECT:

Burns Architecture, LLC

305 21st Street, Suite 180

Galveston, TX 77550

Principal: Kenneth C. Burns, AIA

Phone: (817) 247-6640

Email: kburns@burns3.com

MEP ENGINEER:

Bryan Parks & Associates, Inc.

4400 Buffalo Gap Road, Suite 0800

Abilene, Texas 79606

Principal: Richard Bryan, P.E.

Phone: (325) 232-6035

Fax: (325) 232-7551

Email: richard@bpmep.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS 000103

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SECTION 000103

TABLE OF CONTENTS FOR

REEVES COUNTY 4-H LIVESTOCK BUILDING

PECOS, TEXAS

DIVISION 00 – INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION, PROPOSAL BIDDING

REQUIREMENTS, AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

Section 000102 .........................Project Directory

Section 000103 .........................Table of Contents

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 011000 .........................Project Description

Section 013100 .........................Administrative Requirements

Section 013300 .........................Submittals and Substitutions

Section 014100 .........................Testing Laboratory Services

Section 014500 .........................Quality Control

Section 015000 .........................Construction Facilities and Temporary Controls

Section 015650 .........................Cleaning

Section 015850 .........................Project Sign

Section 016000 .........................Material and Equipment Controls

Section 017700 .........................Contract Closeout

Section 017823 .........................Operation and Maintenance Data

Section 017839 .........................Project Record Documents

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 024100 ......................... Demolition

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

None this project.

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

Section 041001 ........................Mortar and Masonry Grout

Section 042000 .........................Masonry

DIVISION 5 – METALS

None this project.

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DIVISION 6 – WOOD AND PLASTIC

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 072100 .........................Building Insulation

Section 072110 ........................Pre-Engineered Building Insulation

Section 079200 .........................Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 – DOORS AND WINDOWS

Section 081113 .........................Standard Hollow Metal Doors and Frames

Section 083113 .........................Access Doors

Section 083300 .........................Coiling Doors

Section 087100 .........................Standard Door Finish Hardware

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

Section 092900 .........................Drywall

Section 093013 .........................Ceramic Tile Work

Section 099123 .........................Painting

Section 099659 .........................Special Coatings

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

Section 102800 .........................Toilet Room Accessories

Section 104000 .........................Identifying Devices

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

None this project.

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

None this project.

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

Section 133419 .........................Metal Building Systems

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING SYSTEM

None this project.

DIVISIONS 20 - 23 – MECHANICAL

Section 200100 .........................Common Plumbing & HVAC Requirements

Section 200513 .........................Motors

Section 200529 .........................Supports and Sleeves

Section 200719 .........................Piping Insulation

Section 220000 .........................Basic Plumbing Specifications

Section 230000 .........................Basic Heating Ventilation and Air Conditions System Specifications

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DIVISION 26 & 27– ELECTRICAL

Section 260000 .........................Basic Electrical Specification

Section 262817 .........................Motor & Circuit Disconnects

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

DIVISION 44 – POLLUTION AND WASTE CONTROL EQUIPMENT

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SECTION 011000

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

REEVES COUNTY 4-H LIVESTOCK BUILDING

PECOS, TEXAS

The Reeves County 4-H Livestock Building is a 13,944 square feet building.

Construction materials and work required include but is not limited to:

Concrete slab-on-grade, concrete foundation, pre-engineered metal building system, standing seam metal roofing, standard hollow metal frames and doors, standard door hardware, painting, signage, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, drywall, ceramic tile, painting, gutters, and downspouts.

The site work includes limited concrete paving, sidewalks, parking area striping and utilities.

The project is located in Pecos, Texas.

END OF SECTION

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 013100

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SECTION 013100

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. SECTION INCLUDES

A. Progress meetings

B. Construction progress schedule

PART 2 PRODUCTS NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1. PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. General Contractor (GC) shall schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work on a monthly basis.

B. GC shall make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, and preside at meetings.

C. Attendance Required: GC, Contractors and Suppliers, Owner, Architect, as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

D. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems which impede planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Maintenance of progress schedule.

7. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

8. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

9. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

10. Effect of proposed changes, Owner progress schedule and coordination.

11. Other business relating to Work.

E. Record minutes and distribute copies within five days after meeting to participants, with one copy to Architect, Owner, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.2. CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Within 10 days after date of the Agreement, submit preliminary schedule defining planned operations for the first 60 days for Work, with a general outline for remainder of Work.

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B. If preliminary schedule requires revision after review, submit revised schedule within 10 days.

C. Within 20 days after review of preliminary schedule, submit draft of proposed complete schedule for review.

1. Include written certification that major contractors have reviewed and accepted proposed schedule.

D. Within 10 days after joint review, submit complete schedule.

E. Submit updated schedule at each monthly progress meeting.

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SECTION 013300

SUBMITTALS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. DESCRIPTION

A. Work included: Make submittals required by the Contract Documents, and revise and resubmit as necessary to establish compliance with the specified requirements.

B. Related Work

1. Individual requirements for submittals also may be described in other pertinent

Sections of this Project Manual.

C. Work not included:

1. Unrequired submittals will not be reviewed by the Architect.

2. The GC may require contractors to provide drawings, setting diagrams, and similar information to help coordinate the work; but such data shall remain between the GC and contractors and will not be reviewed by the Architect.

1.2. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Coordination of submittals:

1. Prior to each submittal, carefully review and coordinate all aspects of each item being submitted.

2. Verify that each item and the submittal for it conform in all respects with the specified requirements.

3. By affixing the GC Signature to each submittal, certify that this coordination has been performed.

B. Substitutions:

1. The Contract is based on the standards of quality established in the Contract

Documents. Substitutions will be considered only when approved by the Architect at time of bidding. Acceptance of the contractor's bid does not constitute automatic approval of the proposed substitution. No additional monies will be paid to the contractor when proposed substitutes are not approved, and the original item or product specified is required to be installed.

2. Do not substitute materials, equipment, or methods unless such substitution has been specifically approved in writing for this work by the Architect.

3. In the event a contractor, sub-contractor, supplier, installer, and/or vendor intends to provide and/or install materials other than specified, he/she may do so provided the substitution complies with the contract document’s requirements in each and all respects.

C. "Or equal":

1. Where the phrase "or equal," occurs in the contract documents, the bidder may propose equal products. The burden rests upon the bidder to confirm products are Equal. Architect will not review and provide written approval to bidder. Should

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any product be proposed that proves to not be Equal, bidder shall provide an equal product at no additional cost to Owner.

1.3. SUBMITTALS

A. Make submittals of Shop Drawings, Samples, substitution requests, and other items in accordance with the provisions of this Section. Provide all long lead items to Architect within 20 days after Notice to Proceed.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1. SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Scale and measurements: Make Shop Drawings accurately to a scale sufficiently large enough to show all pertinent aspects of the item or items and its method of connection to the work.

B. Drawing and Data Submittals:

1. Submit one (1) set electronically. Contractor shall establish a system of tracking and handling submittals electronically.

2. If drawings cannot be submitted electronically, submit two (2) complete sets; 1 set will be retained by the Architect, 1 set will be returned to the GC.

C. Review comments of the Architect will be shown on the shop drawings when it is returned to the GC. The GC may make and distribute such copies as are required for his purposes.

2.2. MANUFACTURER'S LITERATURE

A. Where contents of submitted literature from manufacturers include data not pertinent to the submittal, clearly show, which portions of the contents is being submitted for review.

B. Submit the number of copies, which are required to be returned plus, one copy which will be retained by the Architect and an additional copy when consultants are included.

2.3. SAMPLES

A. Provide Sample or Samples identical to the precise article proposed to be provided. Identify as described under "Identification of Submittals" below.

B. Number of Samples required:

1. Unless otherwise specified, submit actual samples in the quantity, which is required to be returned, plus two, which will be retained by the Architect.

2. By pre-arrangement in specific cases, a single Sample may be submitted for review and, when approved, be installed in the work at a location agreed upon by the Architect.

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2.4. COLORS AND PATTERNS

A. Unless the precise color and pattern is specifically called out in the Contract Documents, and whenever a choice of color or pattern is available in the specified products, submit accurate color samples and pattern charts to the Architect for selection. Photocopies of color charts or samples printed from the manufacturer’s website are not acceptable.

B. Construction Manager and Contractors shall not release any materials for fabrication until all material colors have been selected and confirmed with the Architect and Owner.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBMITTALS

A. Consecutively number all submittals.

1. When material is resubmitted for any reason, transmit under a new letter of transmittal and with a new transmittal number.

2. On re-submittals, cite the original submittal number for reference.

B. Accompany each submittal with a letter of transmittal showing all information required for identification and checking.

C. On at least the first page of each submittal, and elsewhere as required for positive identification, show the submittal number, specification section, and drawing in which the item was included.

D. Maintain an accurate submittal log for the duration of the work, showing current status of all submittals at all times. Make the submittal log available to the Architect for his review at each monthly meeting.

3.2. GROUPING OF SUBMITTALS

A. Unless otherwise specified, make submittals in groups containing all associated items to assure that information is available for checking each item when it is received.

1. Partial submittals may be rejected as not complying with the provisions of the

Contract and of this section.

2. Submit in one package, physical samples of all materials requiring a color selection.

No color selections will be made until all color samples requiring selection have been submitted.

3. Color selections for exterior and interior may be submitted as two distinct groupings.

3.3. TIMING OF SUBMITTALS

A. Make submittals far enough in advance of scheduled dates for installation to provide time required for reviews, for securing necessary approvals, for possible revisions and re-submittals, and for placing orders and securing delivery.

B. In scheduling, allow at least fifteen (15) calendar days for review by the Architect and Architect’s consultants following his receipt of the submittal.

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3.4. ARCHITECT'S/ARCHITECT’S CONSULTANT’S REVIEW

A. Review by the Architect or Architect’s Consultant’s does not relieve the sub-contractor from responsibility for errors, which may exist in the submitted data.

B. Revisions:

1. Make revisions required by the Architect or Architect’s Consultants.

2. Make only those revisions directed or approved by the Architect or Architect’s

Consultants.

3.5. COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Provide information required by Project Coordinator for preparation of coordination drawings.

B. Review drawings prior to submission to Architect.

3.6. SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. Submit the following for individual sections, submit them for review:

1. Product data.

2. Shop drawings.

3. Samples for selection.

4. Samples for verification.

B. Submit to Architect for review for the limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

C. Samples will be reviewed only for aesthetic, color, or finish selection.

D. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES article below and for record documents purposes described in Division 1.

3.7. SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for information:

1. Design data.

2. Certificates.

3. Test reports.

4. Inspection reports.

5. Manufacturer’s instructions.

6. Manufacturer’s field report.

7. Other types indicated.

B. Submit for Architect’s knowledge as contract administrator or for Owner. No action will be taken.

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3.8. SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout:

1. Project record documents.

2. Operation and Maintenance data.

3. Warranties.

4. Bonds.

5. Other types as indicated.

B. Submit for Owner’s benefit during and after project completion.

C. Submit two copies of project close out documents.

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SECTION 014100

TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. DESCRIPTION

A. Work included:

1. Cooperate with the Owner's selected testing agency and all others responsible for construction materials testing and inspecting the work.

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. Requirements for testing may be described in various Sections of these Specifications.

3. Where no testing requirements are described, but the Owner decides that testing is required, the Owner may require such testing to be performed under current pertinent standards for testing. Payment for such testing will be made as described in this Section.

C. Work not included:

1. Selection of testing laboratory: The Owner will select a prequalified independent testing laboratory.

2. Payment for initial testing: The Owner will pay for all initial services of the testing laboratory as further described in Article 2.1 of this Section.

1.2. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The testing laboratory will be qualified to the Owner's approval.

B. Testing, when required, will be in accordance with all pertinent codes and regulations and with selected standards of the American Society for Testing and Materials.

1.3. PRODUCT HANDLING

A. Comply with pertinent provisions of Division 1.

B. Promptly process and distribute required copies of test reports and related instructions to assure necessary retesting and replacement of materials with the least possible delay in progress of the work.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1. PAYMENT FOR TESTING

A. Initial services:

1. The Owner will pay for initial testing services specified and/or requested by the Owner

Contract Documents.

2. When initial tests indicate non-compliance with the Contract Documents, subsequent tests associated with that non-compliance shall be performed by the same testing agency at no additional cost to the Owner. GC will assess cost for non-conforming tests or re-testing at cost to the responsible subcontractor or supplier of the work in question.

2.2. CODE COMPLIANCE TESTING

A. Inspections and tests required by codes or ordinance, or by a plan approval authority, and which are made by a legally constituted authority, other than construction materials testing and special testing required by the plans and specifications, shall be the responsibility of and shall be paid for by the GC and or subcontractors, unless otherwise provided for in the Contract Documents.

2.3. CONTRACTOR'S CONVENIENCE TESTING

A. Inspecting and testing performed exclusively for the Contractor's convenience shall be the sole responsibility and expense of the Contractor.

2.4. SPECIFIC TESTS, INSPECTIONS AND METHODS REQUIRED

A. Testing of Earthwork

1. Select Fill: Perform tests on proposed select fill material prior to use to determine compliance with specified requirements.

2. Establish moisture density relationship for soil type.

3. Sub-Grade Density testing:

a. Establish moisture-density relationship for soil type.

b. Perform field in-place density relationship as follows:

1) Building subgrade: One test for each 2,500 sq. ft. or fraction thereof, per lift.

4. Testing of Select Fill in place:

a. Perform field in-place density test:

1) One test for each 2,500 sq. ft. or fraction thereof, per lift.

B. Control and Testing of Concrete:

1. Mix Design, Trial Mixes and Advance Tests:

a. Design concrete mixes for each type concrete specified in accordance with ACI 318.

b. For each concrete mix type required, make 2 trial mixes using aggregate proposed.

c. Make advance tests of trial mixes with proposed materials. Test four cylinders in accordance with ASTM C-39 (2 at 7 days and 2 at 28 days). Do not place concrete on project until laboratory reports and breaks on

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confirmation cylinders indicate that proposed mixes will develop required strength.

d. Check mix designs and revise if necessary wherever changes are made in aggregates or in surface water content of aggregate or workability or concrete.

Slump shall be minimum to produce workable mix. Laboratory will prescribe maximum quantity of water.

2. Test Cylinders: During the process of Work, make test cylinders for each different mix placed in any one day. For every concrete placement of 100 cubic yards or fraction thereof over 10 cubic yards, make three compression test cylinders of samples taken during pour. Test cylinders in accordance with ASTM C-39 (1 at 7 days and 2 at 28 days). Make additional sets of cylinders for concrete placements from 100 yards to 200 yards and third set of pours exceeding 200 yards.

3. Slump Tests: Make slump tests on each load of concrete placed on this project.

Laboratory shall immediately inform contractor when slum exceeds limits specified.

C. Special Structural Testing Requirements:

1. Perform tests as required by code and indicated on the structural drawings.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1. COOPERATION WITH TESTING LABORATORY

A. Representatives of the testing laboratory shall have access to the work at all times and at all locations where the work is in progress. Provide facilities for such access to enable the laboratory to perform its functions properly.

3.2. TAKING SPECIMENS

A. All specimens and samples for testing, unless otherwise provided for in the Contract Documents, shall be taken by the testing personnel. All sampling equipment and personnel will be provided by the testing laboratory. All deliveries of specimens and samples to the testing laboratory will be performed by the testing laboratory.

3.3. SCHEDULES FOR TESTING

A. Establishing schedule:

1. By advance discussion with the testing laboratory selected by the Owner, determine the time required for the laboratory to perform its tests and to issue each of its findings.

2. Provide all required time within the construction schedule.

B. Revising schedule: When changes of construction schedule are necessary during construction, coordinate all such changes with the testing laboratory as required.

C. Adherence to schedule: When the testing laboratory is ready to test according to the established schedule, but is prevented from testing or taking specimens due to

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incompleteness of the work, all extra charges for testing attributable to the delay will be back-charged to the Contractor and shall not be borne by the Owner.

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SECTION 014500

QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. SUMMARY

A. Related Documents: Provisions established in General and Supplementary Conditions of the Contract, Division 1 General Requirements, and the Drawings are collectively applicable to this Section.

B. Section Includes:

1. Quality control of products and workmanship.

2. Manufacturer's instructions.

3. Manufacturer's certificates and field services.

4. Mockups.

5. Field samples.

6. Owner provided testing laboratory services.

7. Selection and payment.

8. Laboratory responsibilities.

9. Laboratory reports.

10. Limits on testing laboratory authority.

11. Contractor responsibilities.

12. Schedule of inspections and tests.

1.2. DESCRIPTION

A. Maintain quality control over supervision, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, workmanship, and site conditions, to produce Work in accordance with Contract Documents.

1.3. DEFINITIONS

A. Field Samples: Partial installation of selected materials installed at project site for Owner's Representative's review and approval of visual features and workmanship.

B. Mock-ups: Full size assemblies that incorporate several materials or elements of construction erected for Owner's Representative's review and approval of visual features and workmanship.

Mock-ups represent quality of materials and workmanship required for Work.

1.4. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Workmanship:

1. Comply with industry standards of the region except when more restrictive tolerances or specified requirements indicate more rigid standards or more precise workmanship.

2. Provide suitably qualified personnel to produce Work of specified quality.

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3. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, and racking.

4. Provide finishes to match approved samples.

B. Manufacturer's Instructions:

1. Require compliance with instructions in full detail, including each step in sequence. Do not omit preparatory steps or installation procedures unless specifically modified or exempted by Contract Documents.

2. Maintain one complete set of instructions at Project Site during installation and until completion.

3. Should instruction conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Owner's Representative before proceeding.

C. Manufacturer's Certificates:

1. When required in individual Specifications section, submit manufacturer's certificate, in duplicate, certifying that products meet or exceed specified requirements, executed by responsible officer.

D. Manufacturer's Field Services and Reports:

1. Submit reports in accordance in accordance with Section 013300.

2. Submit qualifications of field observer 30 days in advance of required observations;

observer is subject to approval of Owner's Representative.

3. When specified in individual Specification sections, require material or product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions, conditions of surfaces, quality of workmanship, and conditions of installation as applicable, and to initiate instructions when necessary.

4. Report observations and site decisions or instructions given to applicators or installers that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturer's written instructions.

5. Submit reports within 7 days of observation. Distribute copies to Owner's Representative, Project site file, subcontractor, and other entities requiring information.

6. Provide one additional copy of reports for record documents file; refer to Section 017839.

1.5. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Supervise performance of Work in such manner and by such means to ensure that Work, whether completed or in progress, will not be subjected to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during construction period.

B. Ensure that persons performing Work are qualified to produce workmanship of specified quality.

C. Monitor quality control over products, suppliers, manufacturers, services, site conditions, and workmanship to ensure Work complies with Contract Documents.

D. Comply with specified reference standards as minimum quality for the Work except when more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

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1.6. EXAMINATION OF CONDITIONS

A. Examine substrates and conditions under which Work is to be performed. Do not commence work over unsatisfactory conditions detrimental to proper and timely execution of Work.

B. Do not proceed with Work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

C. Commencement of installation constitutes acceptance of conditions and cost of any corrective measures are responsibility of Contractor.

1.7. MOCKUPS

A. General:

1. Use materials, fabrication and installation methods identical with those indicated for

Work. Simulate actual construction conditions as accurately as possible.

2. Provide mock-ups required by individual Specification sections and of the building exterior showing its various components.

3. Approval:

a. Obtain Owner's Representative's written approval for each mock-up.

b. Do not start production of materials for final Project site erection until Project

Manager's approval of mock-ups has been obtained.

c. Approved mock-ups will serve as standard of quality and workmanship of

Work; maintain mock-ups until completion of relevant Work.

4. Upon completion of relevant Work or when directed by Owner's Representative, demolish and remove mock-ups.

B. Visual Mock-up – Not required this Project

1. Provide full-scale mock-up for review of Owner's Representative.

2. Unless specified or directed otherwise, erect visual mock-ups at Project site at location acceptable to Owner's Representative.

3. Obtain Owner's Representative approval of visual mock-up prior to fabrication and construction of test mock-up.

1.8. FIELD SAMPLES

A. General:

1. Provide field samples at site required by individual Specification sections.

2. Erect at location acceptable to Owner's Representative; perform Work in accordance with applicable Specification sections.

3. Construct complete, including Work of related trades required in finished Work.

4. Make adjustments necessary to obtain approval from Owner's Representative. Do not proceed with further work until sample installation has been approved by Owner's Representative.

5. Approved samples will serve as standard of quality and workmanship of Work;

maintain samples until completion of relevant Work.

6. Upon completion of Work or when directed by Owner's Representative, demolish field samples and remove from site, unless accepted by Owner's Representative as part of completed Work.

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1.9. TESTING LABORATORY SERVICES

A. General:

1. Where terms "Laboratory", "Inspector", "Inspection Laboratory", "Laboratory", or

"Testing Laboratory" are used, they mean and refer to officially designated and accredited testing laboratory.

2. Provide testing laboratory with one set of Contract Documents and relevant approved submittals.

B. Selection and Payment:

1. Owner will employ services of an independent testing laboratory to perform specified inspection and testing.

2. Employment of testing laboratory in no way relieves obligation to perform Work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents. Contractor will pay testing required by local authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Testing Laboratories Responsibilities:

1. Cooperate with Owner's Representative and Contractor.

2. Comply with requirements of ANSI/ASTM E 329 and ANSI/ASTM D 3740.

3. Maintain a fulltime registered Engineer on staff to review services.

4. Authorized to operate in State where project is located.

5. Calibrate testing equipment once each year with devices of an accuracy traceable to either NBS Standards or accepted values of natural physical constants.

6. Test samples of mixes submitted by Contractor.

7. Provide qualified personnel at site. Cooperate with Contractor and Owner's

Representative in performance of services.

8. Perform specified inspection, sampling, and testing of products in accordance with specified standards and technical sections of these Specifications.

9. Ascertain compliance of materials and mixes with requirements of Contract Documents.

10. Promptly notify Owner's Representative and Contractor of observed irregularities or non-conformance of Work or products.

11. Perform additional inspections and tests required by Owner's Representative.

12. Attend Pre-construction Conference.

D. Laboratory Reports:

1. After each inspection and test, promptly submit copies of laboratory report directly to

Owner's Representative, applicable consultant, and Contractor.

2. Include: Date issued, project title and number, name of inspector, date and time of sampling or inspection, identification of product and Specifications section, location in the Project, type of inspection or test, date of test, results of tests, and conformance with Contract Documents.

3. When requested by Owner's Representative, provide interpretation of test results.

E. Limits on Testing Laboratory Authority:

1. May not release, revoke, relax, alter, or enlarge on requirements of Contract Documents.

2. May not approve or accept any portion of the Work.

3. May not assume any duties of Contractor.

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4. Has no authority to stop Work.

1.10. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Deliver to laboratory at designated location adequate samples of materials proposed to be used which require testing, together with proposed mix designs.

B. Cooperate with laboratory personnel, and provide access to Work and to manufacturer's facilities.

C. Provide incidental labor and facilities to provide access to work to be tested, to obtain and handle samples at the site or at source of products to be tested, to facilitate tests and inspections, and for storage and curing of test samples.

D. Notify laboratory of material sources and furnish necessary quantities of representative samples of materials proposed for use, which are required to be tested.

E. Notify Owner's Representative and laboratory 24 hours prior to expected time for operations requiring inspection and testing services.

F. Advise laboratory in a timely fashion to complete required inspection and testing prior to subsequent work being performed.

G. Pay for subsequent re-testing of products or systems found to be defective or otherwise not in accordance with specification requirements. Remove rejected products and replace with products of specified quality.

H. Furnish copies of product tests or mill test reports as specified or required.

I. Furnish incidental labor and facilities:

1. To provide access to Work to be tested.

2. To obtain and handle samples at Project site or at source of product to be tested.

3. To facilitate inspections and tests.

4. For storage and curing of test samples.

J. Notify Owner's Representative and laboratory 48 hours prior to expected time for operations requiring inspection and testing services.

K. When inspections or tests can not be performed after proper notification and at no fault of laboratory, reimbursement costs for laboratory expenses incurred will be charged to Contractor by deducting charges from Contract Sum.

1.11. SUBMITTALS

A. Provide submittals in accordance with Section 013300.

B. Laboratory Reports:

1. Include with each report:

a. Date issued.

b. Project title and number.

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c. Testing laboratory name, address, and telephone number.

d. Record of temperature and weather conditions.

e. Names of individuals making tests and inspections. Name and signature of person submitting report.

f. Dates, times, and locations of sampling, testing, and inspection.

g. Identification of specification section and products.

h. Location in Project.

i. Type of inspection or test.

j. Reference standards used for test.

k. Name of material suppliers.

l. Results of tests and interpretation of test results.

m. Professional opinion of whether tested and inspected Work complies with

Contract Documents.

n. Certified Statement signed and sealed by testing laboratory attesting to accuracy of testing results.

o. Number pages.

2. Submit test reports within 2 weeks of test date.

3. After each inspection and test, promptly submit copies of written reports in electronic format to the following:

a. Owner's Representative

b. Applicable Consultant

c. Code Officials: where applicable

d. Contractor

4. When requested by Owner's Representative, provide interpretation of test results and suggested remedies.

1.12. FAILURES AND RETESTING

A. When initial inspections and tests indicate Work does not comply with Contract Documents, subsequent testing will be performed by same Testing Agency and will be done at Contractor's expense and deducted from Contract Sum.

B. Removal and replacement of Work necessitated by such non-compliance of Contract Documents shall be at Contractor's expense.

PART 2 PRODUCTS – Not Used

PART 3 EXECUTION – Not Used

CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS 015000

SECTION 015000

CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND TEMPORARY CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. DESCRIPTION

A. Work included: provide temporary facilities and controls needed for the work including, but not necessarily limited to:

1. Temporary utilities such as heat, water, electricity, telephone, and email capabilities;

2. Field office for the GC's personnel and working space for

Owner/Architect/Contractor meetings;

3. Sanitary facilities;

4. Enclosures such as tarpaulins, barricades, and canopies;

5. Temporary fencing of the construction site;

6. Erosion Control.

B. Related work:

1. Except that equipment furnished by subcontractors shall comply with requirements of pertinent safety regulations, such equipment normally furnished by the individual trades in execution of their own portions of the work is not part of this Section.

2. Permanent installation and hookup of the various utility lines are described in other Sections.

1.2. PRODUCT HANDLING

A. Maintain temporary facilities and controls in proper and safe condition throughout progress of the work.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1. UTILITIES

A. Water:

1. Provide necessary temporary piping and water supply and, upon completion of the work, remove such temporary facilities.

2. Owner should provide water.

B. Electricity:

1. Provide necessary temporary meter and wiring and, upon completion of the work, remove such temporary facility.

2. Provide area distribution boxes so located that the individual trades may furnish and use 100 ft. maximum length extension cords to obtain power and lighting at points where needed for work, inspection, and safety.

3. Owner should provide power.

C. Heating: Provide and maintain heat necessary for proper conduct of operations needed in the work.

D. Telephone:

1. Make necessary arrangements and pay costs for installation and operation of telephone service to the GC's office at the site.

2. Make the telephone available to the Architect for use in connection with the work.

E. E-Mail:

1. Maintain e-mail capabilities on site and install additional communication line (if required) separate from voice communications.

2.2. FIELD OFFICES AND SHEDS

A. GC's facilities:

1. Provide a field office building and sheds adequate in size and accommodation for

GC's offices, meeting space for Owner/Architect/Contractor (OAC) meetings supply and storage.

2. Provide large screen TV monitor to project plans and other documents during OAC meetings.

B. Sanitary facilities:

1. Provide temporary sanitary facilities in the quantity required for use by all personnel.

2. Maintain in a sanitary condition at all times.

2.3. ENCLOSURES

A. Provide and maintain for the duration of construction all scaffolds, tarpaulins, canopies, warning signs, steps, platforms, bridges, and other temporary construction necessary for proper completion of the work in compliance with pertinent safety and other regulations.

2.4. TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. The GC shall provide and maintain required facilities and enclosures. Provide at time of project mobilization.

B. New permanent facilities may not be used during construction operations.

2.5. BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations.

B. Provide barricades and covered walkways required by governing authorities for public rights-of-way.

C. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site, and structures from damage.

2.6. FENCING

A. Construction: Commercial grade chain link fence.

B. The GC shall provide 8 foot high fence as necessary to secure the site, materials and for the public's protection; equipped with vehicular and pedestrian gates with locks.

2.7. SECURITY

A. Provide security and facilities to protect Work.

2.8. VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING

A. Coordinate access and haul routes with governing authorities and Owner.

B. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

C. Provide means of removing mud from vehicle wheels before entering streets.

D. Provide temporary parking areas to accommodate construction personnel. When site space is not adequate, provide additional off-site parking.

E. Do not park vehicles on or use neighboring properties for access to the site, maneuvering vehicles or storing materials without the written approval of the property owner(s).

2.9. WASTE REMOVAL

A. Provide waste removal facilities and services as required to maintain the site in clean and orderly condition.

B. Provide containers with lids. Dispose of waste off-site periodically.

C. Do not allow debris to be placed or blown onto any neighboring property.

D. Do not allow pumped water to drain on to neighboring property.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1. MAINTENANCE AND REMOVAL

A. Maintain temporary facilities and controls as long as needed for safe and proper completion of the work.

B. Remove such temporary facilities and controls as rapidly as progress of the work will permit, or as directed by the Architect.

CLEANING 015650

SECTION 015650

CLEANING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. DESCRIPTION

A. Work included: Throughout the construction period, maintain building and site in a standard of cleanliness as described in this Section.

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. In addition to standards described in this Section, comply with requirements for cleaning as described in pertinent other Sections of these Specifications.

1.2. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Conduct daily inspection, and more often if necessary, to verify that requirements for cleanliness are being met.

B. In addition to the standards described in this Section, comply with pertinent requirements of governmental agencies having jurisdiction.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1. CLEANING MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Provide required personnel, equipment, and materials needed to maintain the specified standard of cleanliness.

2.2. COMPATIBILITY

A. Use only the cleaning materials and equipment which are compatible with the surface being cleaned, as recommended by the manufacturer of the material.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1. PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General:

1. Retain stored items in an orderly arrangement allowing maximum access, not impeding traffic or drainage, and providing required protection of materials.

2. Do not allow accumulation of scrap, debris, waste material, and other items not required for construction of this work.

3. At least once each week, and more often if necessary, completely remove all scrap, debris, and waste material from the job site. GC will coordinate and plan clean-up of all trades present on the job-site. Each trade will be responsible for the clean-up of their own construction debris to a central location on the project site.

4. Provide adequate storage for all items awaiting removal from the job site, observing the requirements for fire protection and protection of the ecology.

B. Site:

1. Daily, and more often if necessary, inspect the site and pick up all scrap, debris, and waste material. Remove such items to the place designated for their storage.

2. Weekly, and more often if necessary, inspect all arrangements of materials stored on the site. Restack, tidy, or otherwise service arrangements to meet the requirements of subparagraph 3.1-A-1 above.

3. Maintain the site in a neat and orderly condition at all times.

4. Control temporary drainage erosion as required.

5. Do not allow debris to be placed or blown onto any neighboring property.

6. Do not allow pumped water to be drained onto any neighboring property.

C. Structures:

1. Weekly, and more often if necessary, inspect the structures and pick up all scrap, debris, and waste material. Remove such items to the place designated for their storage.

2. Weekly, and more often if necessary, sweep interior spaces clean.

a. "Clean”, for the purpose of this subparagraph, shall be interpreted as meaning free from dust and other material capable of being removed by use of reasonable effort and a hand-held broom.

3. As required preparatory to installation of succeeding materials, clean the structures or pertinent portions thereof to the degree of cleanliness recommended by the manufacturer of the succeeding material, using equipment and materials required to achieve the necessary cleanliness.

4. Following the installation of finish floor material, clean the finish floor daily (and more often if necessary) at all times while work is being performed in the space in which finish materials are installed.

a. "Clean”, for the purpose of this subparagraph shall be interpreted as meaning free from foreign material which, in the opinion of the Architect, may be injurious to the finish floor material.

b. Finish materials shall be protected from remaining work when occurring in heavy traffic areas.

3.2. FINAL CLEANING

A. "Clean”, for the purpose of this Article, and except as may be specifically provided otherwise, shall be interpreted as meaning the level of cleanliness generally provided by skilled cleaners using commercial quality building maintenance equipment and materials.

B. Prior to completion of the work, remove from the job site all tools, surplus materials, equipment, scrap, debris, and waste. Conduct final progress cleaning as described in Article 3.1 above.

C. Site:

1. Unless otherwise specifically directed by the Architect, broom clean paved areas on the site and public paved areas adjacent to the site.

2. Completely remove resultant debris.

D. Structures:

1. Exterior:

a. Visually inspect exterior surfaces and remove all traces of soil, waste materials, smudges, and other foreign matter.

b. Remove all traces of splashed materials from adjacent surfaces.

c. If necessary to achieve a uniform degree of cleanliness, hose down the exterior of the structure.

d. In the event of stubborn stains not removable with water, the Architect may require light sandblasting or other cleaning at no additional cost to the Owner.

2. Interior:

a. Visually inspect interior surfaces and remove all traces of soil, waste materials, smudges, and other foreign matter.

b. Remove all traces of splashed material from adjacent surfaces.

c. Remove paint drippings, spots, stains, and dirt from finished surfaces.

3. Glass: Clean inside and outside.

4. Polished surfaces: To surfaces requiring routine application of buffed polish, apply the polish recommended by the manufacturer of the material being polished.

5. Sealed Concrete: Apply 1 coat wax, polish, and buff.

E. Schedule final cleaning as approved by the Architect to enable the Owner to accept a completely clean work.

F. Pest Control: Engage an experienced exterminator to make a final inspection, and rid the Project of rodents, insects, and other pests.

G. Removal of Protection: Remove temporary protection and facilities installed for protection of the Work during construction.

H. Compliance: Comply with regulations of authorities having jurisdiction and safety standards for cleaning. Do not burn waste materials. Do not bury debris or excess materials on the Owner's property. Do not discharge volatile, harmful, or dangerous materials into drainage systems. Remove waste materials from the site and dispose of in a lawful manner.

1. Where extra materials of value remaining after completion of associated Work have become the Owner's property, arrange for disposition of these materials as directed.

3.3. CLEANING DURING OWNER'S OCCUPANCY

A. Should the Owner occupy the work or any portion thereof prior to its completion by the GC and acceptance by the Owner, responsibilities for interim and final cleaning shall be as determined by the Architect.

PROJECT SIGN 015850

SECTION 015850

PROJECT SIGN

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. DESCRIPTION

A. Project identification sign

1.2. QUALITY

B. Design sign and structure to withstand 50 miles/hr. wind velocity.

C. Sign Painter: Experienced as a professional sign painter for minimum three (3) years.

D. Finishes, Painting: Adequate to withstand weathering, fading, and chipping for duration of construction.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1. MATERIALS

A. Structure and Framing: New, wood, structurally adequate.

B. Sign Surfaces: Exterior grade plywood with medium density overlay, minimum 3/4 inch (19 mm) thick, standard large sizes to minimize joints.

C. Rough Hardware: Galvanized.

D. Paint and Primers: Exterior quality, two (2) coats; sign background color: white.

E. Lettering: Exterior quality paint, colors as shown on Drawings.

2.2. PROJECT IDENTIFICATION SIGN

A. One (1) 4'x8' painted sign located so it is visible from the road in front of the project site.

B. Graphic Design, Colors, Style and Lettering as approved by the Architect with the following information included:

1. Project Name

2. Architect's Name, Logo, and Address

3. GC's Name, Logo, and Address

4. County Officials Names and Titles as identified in the project directory.

5. Any other information as directed by the Architect.

PROJECT SIGN 015850

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1. INSTALLATION

A. Install project identification sign within 14 days after Notice to Proceed.

B. Erect at location of high public visibility adjacent to main entrance to site.

C. Erect supports and framing on secure foundation, rigidly braced and framed to resist wind loadings.

D. Install sign surface plumb and level, with butt joints. Anchor securely.

E. Paint exposed surfaces of sign, supports, and framing.

3.2. MAINTENANCE

A. Maintain signs and supports clean, repair deterioration and damage.

3.3. REMOVAL

A. Remove signs, framing, supports, and foundations at completion of Project and restore the area.

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT CONTROLS 016000

SECTION 016000

MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1. DESCRIPTION

A. Work included: Protect products scheduled for use in the work by means including, but not necessarily limited to, those described in this Section.

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. Additional procedures also may be prescribed in other Sections of these Specifications.

1.2. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Include within the Contractor's quality assurance program such procedures as are required to assure full protection of work and materials.

1.3. MANUFACTURERS' RECOMMENDATIONS

A. Except as otherwise approved by the Architect, determine and comply with manufacturer's recommendations on product handling, storage, and protection.

1.4. PACKAGING

A. Deliver products to the job site in their manufacturer's original container, with labels intact and legible.

1. Maintain packaged materials with seals unbroken and labels intact until time of use.

2. Promptly remove damaged material and unsuitable items from the job site, and…