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Construction RFQ
| SOL NO: 12168119Q0012 |
| Green Mountain National Forest |
| Rochester RD Office Workshop Renovations |
| PAGE 79 of 79 |
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION
PAGE OF PAGES
(THIS IS NOT AN ORDER)
THIS RFQ
IS
IS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS SET- ASIDE
1. REQUEST NO.
2. DATE ISSUED
3. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NO.
4. CERT. FOR NAT.DEF.
RATING
12168119Q0012 04/08/2019 954905
UNDER BDSA REG. 2
AND/OR DMS REG. 1
5a. ISSUED BY
6. DELIVER BY (Date) USDA Forest Service – Green Mountain NF Carol Northrop, Contracting Officer 4 Farm Colony Drive Warren, PA 16365 See Section F 5b. FOR INFORMATION CALL (NO COLLECT CALLS)
7. DELIVERY
FOB DESTINATION
NAME
TELEPHONE NUMBER
OTHER (See Schedule) Carol Northrop, Contracting Officer
AREA CODE
NUMBER
9. DESTINATION
728-6242
a. NAME OF CONSIGNEE
8. TO:ALL PROSPECTIVE BIDDERS
Green Mtn. NF – Rochester RD
a. NAME
b. COMPANY
b. STREET ADDRESS
99 Ranger Road
c. STREET ADDRESS
c. CITY Rochester
d. CITY
e. STATE
f. ZIP CODE
d. STATE
e. ZIP CODE
VT
05767
10. PLEASE FURNISH QUOTATIONS TO THE ISSUING OFFICE IN BLOCK 5A ON OR BEFORE CLOSE OF BUSINESS IMPORTANT: This is a request for information, and quotations furnished are not offers. If you are unable to quote, please so indicate on this form and return it to the address in BLOCK 5A. This request does not commit the Government to pay any costs incurred in the preparation of the (May 17, 2019 @ 4:30 p.m.)
submission of this quotation or to contract for supplies or services. Supplies are of domestic origin unless otherwise indicated by quoter. Any representations and/or certifications attached to this Request for Quotations must be completed by the quoter.
11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)
ITEM NO.
SUPPLIES/SERVICES
QUANTITY
UNIT
UNIT PRICE
AMOUNT
(a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) GMNF- Rochester RD Office Workshop Renovations
CONTRACTOR MUST BE REGISTERED IN
www.sam.gov in order to submit an offer on this project.
ENTER DUNS Number ________________________
Email submissions: carolnorthrop@fs.fed.us. No faxes.
Please complete this package and return by the response date to the address in box 5a or via email.
This project is 100% set-aside for small businesses
Enter pricing on schedule of items on Page 2
a. 10 CALENDAR DAYS (%)
b. 20 CALENDAR DAYS (%)
c. 30 CALENDAR DAYS (%)
d. CALENDAR DAYS
12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT
NUMBER
PERCENTAGE
NOTE: Additional provisions and representations are are not attached.
13. NAME AND ADDRESS OF QUOTER
14. SIGNATURE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO
15. DATE OF
a. NAME OF QUOTER
SIGN QUOTATION
QUOTATION
b. STREET ADDRESS
16. SIGNER
a. NAME (Type or print)
b. TELEPHONE
c. COUNTY
AREA CODE
d. CITY
e. STATE
f. ZIP CODE
c. TITLE (Type or Print)
NUMBER
NSN 7540-01-152-8084
Previous edition not usable 18-121 STANDARD FORM 18 (Rev. 6-95) Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)
PART I—THE SCHEDULE
SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS
Schedule of Items
Rochester Ranger District Office Workshop Renovations
Green Mountain National Forest, Windsor County
DIVISION
DESCRIPTION
PAY
UNIT
EST.
QTY.
UNIT
PRICE
TOTAL
PRICE
Mobilization Lump Sum
Existing Conditions
Wood and Plastic
Thermal and Moisture Protection
Finishes
22/23 Plumbing/HVAC
Electrical
Total: $
Contractor Acceptance Statement: By signing the offer, the Contractor agrees to all terms, conditions, and provisions included in the solicitation and agrees to furnish any awarded items at the price set in the schedule unless otherwise excepted as follows: _______________________________________________________________.
NOTES:
There is a requirement for payment protections (Irrevocable Letter of Credit (ILC) or payment bond) if quote is over $35,000. The payment bond or ILC will be for 100% of the award price and submitted within 10 days after contract award. See Section I for additional information. There is no bid guarantee required.
Contractor must be registered www.sam.gov to be considered. THIS IS A FREE REGISTRATION.
| There is a pre-bid meeting scheduled to be held on April 30, 2019 @ 9:00 a.m. at the Rochester Ranger District Office, 99 Ranger Road, Rochester, Vermont 05767. | |
| There is a requirement to submit a technical proposal with your offer. See Section L & M for preparation instructions. | |
| e. | Award will be made to one contractor. You must submit pricing for all items, including any option items and/or option years. |
SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK
Price Range
The Government's estimate is:
between $25,000 and $100,000
AGAR 452.211-73 Attachments to Statement of Work/Specifications (FEB 1988)
The attachments to the Statement of Work/Specifications listed in Section J are hereby made part of this solicitation and any resultant contract.
SPECIFICATIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01100 – SUMMARY OF WORK
01900 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS 024119 – SELECTIVE DEMOLITION
DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES 062000 – FINISH CARPENTRY
DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION 072100 – THERMAL INSULATION
DIVISION 09 – FINISHES 092900 – GYPSUM BOARD
099123 – INTERIOR PAINTING
099300 – STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING
DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING 221613 – FUEL GAS PIPING
DIVISION 23 – HVAC
235533.16 – GAS-FIRED UNIT HEATER
DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL 260000 – ELECTRICAL
262416 – PANEL BOARDS
265116 – FLUORESENCT INTERIOR LIGHTING
265619 – LED LIGHTING
END OF INDEX
Green Mountain NF Rochester Workshop Renovations 2019
SECTION 01100 - SUMMARY OF WORK PART 1 – GENERAL
PROJECT IDENTIFICATION
Rochester District Office Workshop Renovation. Located at 99 Ranger Road, Town of Rochester, Windsor County, VT.
SUMMARY OF WORK
Accomplishing a renovation to the existing workshop at the Rochester District Office. This includes, but is not limited, to selective demolition, rough and finish carpentry, thermal shell work, electrical work, HVAC work, and finishing.
SCOPE OF WORK
Furnish all labor, materials, and incidentals required to accomplish the Summary of Work.
Includes, but is not limited to, selective demolition, rough carpentry, installation of new electrical line from pole and new power panel, installing insulation, interior finishing and painting, constructing work benches, electrical, lighting, HVAC and installing propane fuel lines.
SCHEDULE OF GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY
Existing equipment, shelving and storage cabinets to be retained for reinstallation. Coordinate with COR.
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
The Contractor shall comply with the requirements of all permits obtained by the Government. The Contractor is responsible to pay for all inspection fees related to permits or requirements of other governing agencies, utilities, etc.
Work Hours - Work shall be scheduled Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM. No work is permitted on weekends or on Federal Holidays without written authorization of the COR.
The Government will be occupying the site during the construction. Cooperate with the Government's representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work in a manner that does not interfere with the Government's operations.
SUMMARY OF WORK 01100 - 1
Green Mountain NF Rochester Workshop Renovations 2019
SITE UTILITIES
Electrical service is available on the site. The Contractor may efficiently use this electrical service for work related to this contract at no charge. Contractor shall provide electric generators or other temporary means where electric service is not readily available.
Contractor is responsible to provide temporary sanitation utilities.
CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES
The COR will conduct a pre-construction survey with the Contractor to review and document the existing project conditions prior to construction.
Staging area – Portions of the site may be used as staging areas for contractor equipment, material storage and temporary offices. The staging areas shall be cleaned and restored to original condition upon the completion of the project. Coordinate staging area locations with the COR.
| The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the work in areas indicated. |
| Confine operations at the site to areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which Work is indicated. |
| Repair damage caused by construction operations. |
| Existing materials and equipment that are removed as part of the construction operations, and that are not reused or salvaged as Government property, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be promptly removed from the site. |
END OF SECTION 01100
SUMMARY OF WORK 01100 - 2
Green Mountain NF Rochester Workshop Renovations 2019
SECTION 01900 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT PART 1 – GENERAL
SCOPE: Applies to method of measurement and basis of payment for work items listed in the Bid Schedule.
WORK: Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and other incidentals necessary to successfully complete the project or any portion of it, and carrying out all duties and obligations imposed by the contract on the Contractor.
PAYMENT: For each individual item in the Bid Schedule, payment shall be in full compensation for all work related to the particular item in accordance with these specifications, as shown on the drawings and as staked in the field.
PART 2 – PAYMENT
For each individual item in the Bid Schedule.
| Measurement: Completely in place and functional. |
| Payment: At the contract lump sum price including all materials, labor, equipment, and incidentals necessary to complete the work. |
END OF SECTION 01900
MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT 01900- 1
SECTION 024119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION PART 1 - GENERAL
SECTION REQUIREMENTS
Items indicated to be removed and salvaged remain Owner's property. Carefully detach from existing construction, in a manner to prevent damage, and deliver to Owner ready for reuse. Include fasteners or brackets needed for reattachment elsewhere.
Pre-demolition Photographs: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements. Submit before Work begins.
Owner will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to selective demolition area. Conduct selective demolition so Owner's operations will not be disrupted. Coordinate with COR.
It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work. If hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify COR. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner under a separate contract.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
PEFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Regulatory Requirements: Comply with EPA regulations and with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.
Standards: Comply with ANSI/ASSE A10.6 and NFPA 241.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
DEMOLITION
Maintain services/systems indicated to remain and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations. Before proceeding with demolition, provide temporary services/systems that bypass area of selective demolition and that maintain continuity of services/systems to other parts of the building.
Locate, identify, shut off, disconnect, and seal or cap off indicated utility services and mechanical/electrical systems serving areas to be selectively demolished.
Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.
SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 1
Protect walls, ceilings, floors, and other existing finish work that are to remain. Erect and maintain dustproof partitions. Cover and protect furniture, furnishings, and equipment that have not been removed.
Provide and maintain shoring, bracing, and structural supports as required to preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction and finishes to remain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction being demolished.
Provide temporary weather protection to prevent water leakage and damage to structure and interior areas.
Requirements for Building Reuse:
Maintain existing building structure (including structural floor and roof decking) and envelope (exterior skin and framing, excluding window assemblies and nonstructural roofing material) not indicated to be demolished; do not demolish such existing construction beyond indicated limits.
Maintain existing interior nonstructural elements (interior walls, doors, floor coverings, and ceiling systems) not indicated to be demolished; do not demolish such existing construction beyond indicated limits.
Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required. Use cutting methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining construction.
Remove demolition waste materials from Project site and legally dispose of them in an EPA- approved landfill. Do not burn demolished materials.
Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by selective demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before selective demolition operations began.
END OF SECTION 024119
SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119 - 2
SECTION 062000 - FINISH CARPENTRY PART 1 - GENERAL
SECTION REQUIREMENTS
Submittals: Samples for siding and moldings and trim.
2.1
MATERIALS, GENERAL
A.
Lumber: DOC PS 20 and grading rules of inspection agencies certified by American Lumber Standards Committee Board of Review.
B.
Softwood Plywood: DOC PS 1.
C.
Certified Wood: Comply with Section 018113.43 - Sustainable Design Requirements - ASHRAE 189.1.
2.2
EXTERIOR FINISH CARPENTRY
A.
Exterior Lumber Trim: Smooth-textured, Grade A, western red cedar or Grade D and better eastern white pine.
1. Maximum Moisture Content: 19 percent.
INTERIOR STANDING AND RUNNING TRIM
Interior Softwood Lumber Trim: Finish or 1 Common eastern white, Idaho white, lodgepole, ponderosa, or sugar pine.
Maximum Moisture Content: 19 percent.
Wood Moldings: WMMPA WM 4 made to patterns in WMMPA WM 12 from kiln-dried stock.
Moldings for Painted Finish: P-Grade eastern white, Idaho white, lodgepole, ponderosa, radiata, or sugar pine.
MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS
Fasteners for Exterior Finish Carpentry: Stainless-steel.
Glue: Aliphatic-resin, polyurethane, or resorcinol wood glue recommended by manufacturer.
FINISH CARPENTRY 062000 - 1
| Wood glue shall have a VOC content of 30 g/L or less. |
| Use waterproof resorcinol glue for exterior applications. |
INSTALLATION
Condition interior finish carpentry in installation areas for 24 hours before installing.
Prime and backprime lumber for painted finish exposed on the exterior. Cut to length and prime ends.
Install finish carpentry level, plumb, true, and aligned with adjacent materials. Scribe and cut to fit adjoining work. Refinish and seal cuts.
Install to tolerance of 1/8 inch in 96 inches (3 mm in 2438 mm) for level and plumb. Install adjoining exterior finish carpentry with 1/32-inch (0.8-mm) maximum offset for flush installation and 1/16-inch (1.5-mm) maximum offset for reveal installation.
Install standing and running trim with minimum number of joints practical, using full-length pieces from maximum lengths of lumber available. Do not use pieces less than 24 inches (610 mm) long except where necessary. Stagger joints in adjacent and related trim. Cope at returns and inside corners and miter at outside corners.
Nail siding at each stud. Do not allow nails to penetrate more than one thickness of siding, unless otherwise recommended by siding manufacturer. Seal joints at inside and outside corners and at trim locations.
END OF SECTION 062000
FINISH CARPENTRY 062000 - 2
SECTION 072100 - THERMAL INSULATION PART 1 - GENERAL
SECTION REQUIREMENTS
Submittals: Product Data and ICC-ES evaluation reports for foam-plastic insulation.
Surface-Burning Characteristics: According to ASTM E 84 by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.
INSULATION PRODUCTS
Glass-Fiber Loose-Fill Insulation: ASTM C 764, Type 1, pneumatic application, with flame- spread and smoke-developed indexes of 25 and 450, respectively.
Closed-Cell Polyurethane Foam Insulation: ASTM C 1029, Type II, with maximum flame- spread and smoke-developed indexes of 75 and 450, respectively, and minimum density of 1.5 lb/cu. ft. (24 kg/cu. m).
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
| BASF Corporation. |
| Dow Chemical Company (The). |
| Icynene Inc. |
ACCESSORIES
Vapor Retarder: Polyethylene, 6 mils (0.15 mm) thick.
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
| Raven Industries, Inc. |
| Reef Industries, Inc. |
| Approved equal. |
THERMAL INSULATION 072100 - 1
INSTALLATION
Install insulation in areas and in thicknesses indicated or required to produce R-values indicated. Cut and fit tightly around obstructions and fill voids with insulation.
Maintain 3-inch (76-mm) clearance of insulation around recessed lighting fixtures not rated for or protected from contact with insulation.
Install eave ventilation troughs between roof framing members in insulated attic spaces at vented eaves.
Except for loose-fill insulation and insulation that is friction fitted in stud cavities, bond units to substrate with adhesive or use mechanical anchorage to provide permanent placement and support of units.
Place loose-fill insulation to comply with ASTM C 1015.
Comply with the CIMA's Special Report #3, "Standard Practice for Installing Cellulose Insulation."
Spray-Applied Insulation: Apply insulation according to manufacturer's written instructions. Do not apply insulation until installation of pipes, ducts, conduits, wiring, and electrical outlets in walls is completed and items not indicated to receive insulation are masked. After insulation is applied, make flush with face of studs.
Extend vapor retarder to extremities of areas to be protected from vapor transmission. Secure in place with adhesives or other anchorage. Locate seams at framing members, overlap, and seal with tape. Seal joints caused by pipes, conduits, electrical boxes, and similar items with tape.
END OF SECTION 072100
THERMAL INSULATION 072100 - 2
SECTION 092900 - GYPSUM BOARD PART 1 - GENERAL
SECTION REQUIREMENTS
Submittals: Product data.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
Fire-Resistance-Rated Assemblies: Provide materials and construction identical to those tested in assemblies per ASTM E 119 by an independent testing and inspecting agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.
STC-Rated Assemblies: Provide materials and construction identical to those tested in assemblies per ASTM E 90 and classified per ASTM E 413 by a qualified independent testing and inspecting agency.
PANEL PRODUCTS
Provide in maximum lengths available to minimize end-to-end butt joints.
Interior Gypsum Board: ASTM C 1396/C 1396M, in thickness indicated, with manufacturer's standard edges. Type X where indicated and sag-resistant type for ceiling surfaces.
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
| American Gypsum. |
| National Gypsum Company. |
| USG Corporation. |
ACCESSORIES
Trim Accessories: ASTM C 1047, formed from galvanized or aluminum-coated steel sheet, rolled zinc, plastic, or paper-faced galvanized-steel sheet.
Provide cornerbead at outside corners unless otherwise indicated.
Provide LC-bead (J-bead) at exposed panel edges.
Aluminum Accessories: Extruded-aluminum accessories indicated with manufacturer's standard corrosion-resistant primer.
GYPSUM BOARD 092900 - 1
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
| Fry Reglet Corporation. |
| Gordon, Inc. |
| Pittcon Industries. |
Joint-Treatment Materials: ASTM C 475/C 475M.
| Joint Tape: Paper unless otherwise recommended by panel manufacturer. |
| Joint Compounds: Setting-type taping compound and drying-type, ready-mixed, compounds for topping. |
Laminating Adhesive: Adhesive or joint compound recommended for directly adhering gypsum panels to continuous substrate.
Low-Emitting Materials: Comply with Section 018113.36 - Sustainable Design Requirements - National Green Building Standard or Section 018113.43 - Sustainable Design Requirements - ASHRAE 189.1.
Acoustical Sealant for Exposed and Concealed Joints: Nonsag, paintable, nonstaining latex sealant complying with ASTM C 834.
Low-Emitting Materials: Comply with Section 018113.36 - Sustainable Design Requirements - National Green Building Standard or Section 018113.43 - Sustainable Design Requirements - ASHRAE 189.1.
INSTALLATION
Install gypsum board to comply with ASTM C 840.
| Isolate gypsum board assemblies from abutting structural and masonry work. Provide edge trim and acoustical sealant. |
| Single-Layer Fastening Methods: Fasten gypsum panels to supports with screws. |
| Multilayer Fastening Methods: Fasten base layers with screws, and face layers to base layers with adhesive and supplementary fasteners. |
Install cementitious backer units to comply with ANSI A108.11.
Fire-Resistance-Rated Assemblies: Comply with requirements of listed assemblies.
Finishing Gypsum Board: ASTM C 840.
| At concealed areas, unless a higher level of finish is required for fire-resistance-rated assemblies, provide Level 1 finish: Embed tape at joints. |
| At substrates for tile, provide Level 2 finish: Embed tape and apply separate first coat of joint compound to tape, fasteners, and trim flanges. |
GYPSUM BOARD 092900 - 2
| Unless otherwise indicated, provide Level 4 finish: Embed tape and apply separate first, fill, and finish coats of joint compound to tape, fasteners, and trim flanges. |
| Where indicated, provide Level 5 finish: Embed tape and apply separate first, fill, and finish coats of joint compound to tape, fasteners, and trim flanges. Apply skim coat to entire surface. |
END OF SECTION 092900
GYPSUM BOARD 092900 - 3
SECTION 099123 - INTERIOR PAINTING PART 1 - GENERAL
SECTION REQUIREMENTS
Submittals:
| Product Data: Include printout of MPI's "MPI Approved Products List" with product highlighted. |
| Samples. |
Mockups: Full-coat finish Sample of each type of coating, color, and substrate, applied where directed.
Extra Materials: Deliver to Owner 1 gal. (3.8 L) of each color and type of finish-coat paint used on Project, in containers, properly labeled and sealed.
PAINT
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
| Behr Process Corporation. |
| Benjamin Moore & Co. |
| California Paints. |
| Coronado Paint; Benjamin Moore Company. |
| Glidden Professional. |
| Kelly-Moore Paint Company Inc. |
| PPG Architectural Coatings. |
| Pratt & Lambert. |
| Sherwin-Williams Company (The). |
| Valspar Corporation - Architectural (Pro). |
MPI Standards: Provide materials that comply with MPI standards indicated and listed in its "MPI Approved Products List."
Block Filler, Latex: MPI #4.
Primer Sealer, Institutional Low Odor/VOC: MPI #149.
| Latex, Institutional Low Odor/VOC, Semigloss (Gloss Level 5): MPI #147. |
| Floor Paint, Latex, Low Gloss (Maximum Gloss Level 3): MPI #60. Coordinate with COR. |
Material Compatibility: Provide materials that are compatible with one another and with substrates.
INTERIOR PAINTING 099123 - 1
1. For each coat in a paint system, provide products recommended in writing by manufacturers of topcoat for use in paint system and on substrate indicated.
Low-Emitting Materials: Comply with Section 018113.36 - Sustainable Design Requirements - National Green Building Standard or section 018113.43 - Sustainable Design Requirements - ASHRAE 189.1.
Colors: As selected by COR. PART 3 - EXECUTION
PREPARATION
Comply with recommendations in MPI's "MPI Architectural Painting Specification Manual" applicable to substrates indicated.
Remove hardware, lighting fixtures, and similar items that are not to be painted. Mask items that cannot be removed. Reinstall items in each area after painting is complete.
Clean and prepare surfaces in an area before beginning painting in that area. Schedule painting so cleaning operations will not damage newly painted surfaces.
APPLICATION
Comply with recommendations in MPI's "MPI Architectural Painting Specification Manual" applicable to substrates indicated.
Paint exposed surfaces, new and existing, unless otherwise indicated.
| Paint surfaces behind movable equipment and furniture same as similar exposed surfaces. |
| Paint surfaces behind permanently fixed equipment or furniture with prime coat only. |
| Paint the back side of access panels. |
| Color-code mechanical piping in accessible ceiling spaces. |
| Do not paint prefinished items, items with an integral finish, operating parts, and labels unless otherwise indicated. |
Apply paints according to manufacturer's written instructions.
| Use brushes only where the use of other applicators is not practical. |
| Use rollers for finish coat on interior walls and ceilings. |
Apply paints to produce surface films without cloudiness, spotting, holidays, laps, brush marks, roller tracking, runs, sags, ropiness, or other surface imperfections. Cut in sharp lines and color breaks.
If undercoats or other conditions show through topcoat, apply additional coats until cured film has a uniform paint finish, color, and appearance.
INTERIOR PAINTING 099123 - 2
INTERIOR PAINT APPLICATION SCHEDULE
Concrete, Nontraffic Surfaces:
| Gloss Level 2 Semigloss High-Performance Architectural Latex: Two coats over water- based primer: MPI INT 3.1C. |
| MPI INT 3.1D. |
Concrete, Traffic Surfaces:
Low-Gloss Latex Floor Paint: Two coats: MPI INT 3.2A.
| Gypsum Board: |
| Gloss Level 2 Semigloss High-Performance Architectural Latex: Two coats over latex primer/sealer: MPI INT 9.2B. |
END OF SECTION 099123
INTERIOR PAINTING 099123 - 3
SECTION 099300 - STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING PART 1 - GENERAL
SECTION REQUIREMENTS
Submittals:
| Product Data: Include printout of MPI's "MPI Approved Products List" with product highlighted. |
| Samples. |
Mockups: Full-coat finish Sample of each type of coating, color, and substrate, applied where directed.
Extra Materials: Deliver to COR 1 gal. (3.8 L) of each color and type of stain used on Project, in containers, properly labeled and sealed.
STAIN
Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
| Behr Process Corporation. |
| Benjamin Moore & Co. |
| Coronado Paint; Benjamin Moore Company. |
| Glidden Professional. |
| PPG Architectural Coatings. |
| Pratt & Lambert. |
| Sherwin-Williams Company (The). |
MPI Standards: Provide materials that comply with MPI standards indicated and listed in its "MPI Approved Products List."
Wood Filler Paste: MPI #91.
Primer, Latex for Exterior Wood: MPI #6.
Stain, Exterior, Water Based, Solid Hide: MPI #16.
Material Compatibility: Provide materials that are compatible with one another and with substrates.
For each coat in a paint system, provide products recommended in writing by manufacturers of topcoat for use in paint system and on substrate indicated.
STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING 099300 - 1
Low-Emitting Materials: Comply with Section 018113.36 - Sustainable Design Requirements - National Green Building Standard or Section 018113.43 - Sustainable Design Requirements - ASHRAE 189.1.
Colors: Match existing colors; coordinate with COR. PART 3 - EXECUTION
PREPARATION
Comply with recommendations in MPI's "MPI Architectural Painting Specification Manual" applicable to substrates indicated.
Remove hardware, lighting fixtures, and similar items that are not to be finished. Mask items that cannot be removed. Reinstall items in each area after finishing is complete.
Clean and prepare surfaces in an area before beginning finishing in that area. Schedule finishing so cleaning operations will not damage newly finished surfaces.
APPLICATION
Comply with recommendations in MPI's "MPI Architectural Painting Specification Manual" applicable to substrates indicated.
Finish exposed surfaces, new and existing, unless otherwise indicated.
Apply stains according to manufacturer's written instructions.
Apply stains to produce surface films without color irregularity, cloudiness, holidays, lap marks, brush marks, runs, ropiness, or other imperfections. Use multiple coats to produce a smooth surface film of even luster.
EXTERIOR STAIN APPLICATION SCHEDULE
Wood, nontraffic surfaces, including wood trim, architectural woodwork, wood siding.
Solid Hide, Water-Based Stain: Two coats over latex primer: MPI EXT 6.4A END OF SECTION 099300
STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING 099300 - 2
SECTION 22 1613 - FUEL GAS PIPING PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1
SUMMARY
A.
This Section includes L.P. gas piping, specialties, and accessories within the building.
1.2
PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.
Gas System Pressure: One pressure range. 0.5 psig or less.
1.3
SUBMITTALS
Product Data:
| Specialty valves. Include pressure rating, capacity, settings, and electrical connection data of selected models. |
| Pressure regulators. Include pressure rating, capacity, and settings of selected models. |
1.4
QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.
Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended use.
B.
ANSI Standard: Comply with ANSI Z223.1, "National Fuel Gas Code."
C.
FMG Standard: Provide components listed in FMG's "Fire Protection Approval Guide" if specified to be FMG approved.
D.
IAS Standard: Provide components listed in IAS's "Directory of A. G. A. and C. G. A Certified Appliances and Accessories" if specified to be IAS listed.
E.
UL Standard: Provide components listed in UL's "Gas and Oil Equipment Directory" if specified to be UL listed.
F.
NFPA Standard: Comply with NFPA 58, “Liquified Petroleum Gas Code.”
1.5
COORDINATION
Existing Utilities: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:
1. Notify COR not less than two days in advance of proposed utility in te rru p tio n s .
PART 2 – PRODUCTS
| MANUFACTURERS |
| In other Part 2 articles where subparagraph titles below introduce lists, the following requirements apply for product selection: |
| Available Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers of- fering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the manufacturers specified. |
FUEL GAS PIPING 221613 - 1
| PIPING MATERIALS |
| Steel Pipe: ASTM A 53; Type E or S; Grade B; Schedule 40; black. |
| Malleable-Iron Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.3, Class 150, standard pattern, with threaded ends according to ASME B1.20.1. |
| Unions: ASME B16.39, Class 150, malleable iron with brass-to-iron seat, ground joint, and threaded ends according to ASME B1.20.1. |
| Steel Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.11, forged steel with threaded ends according to ASME B1.20.1. |
| Joint Compound and Tape: Suitable for LP gas. |
| Common Joining Materials: Refer to Division 22 for joining materials not in this Section. |
| SPECIALTIES |
| Flexible Connectors: ANSI Z21.24, copper alloy. |
| VALVES |
| Valves, NPS 2 and Smaller: Threaded ends according to ASME B1.20.1 for pipe threads. |
| Appliance Connector Valves: ANSI Z21.15 and IAS listed. |
| Gas Stops: Bronze body with AGA stamp, plug type with bronze plug and flat or square head, ball type with chrome-plated brass ball and lever handle, or butterfly valve with stainless-steel disc and fluorocarbon elastomer seal and lever handle; 2-psig minimum pressure rating. |
| Gas Valves, NPS 2 and Smaller: ASME B16.33 and IAS-listed bronze body and 125-psig pressure rating. |
PART 3 – EXECUTION
| PIPING APPLICATIONS |
| Use flanges, unions, transition, and special fittings in applications below, unless otherwise indicated. |
| NPS 1/2 and Smaller: NPS 3/4 steel pipe, malleable-iron threaded fittings, and thread- ed joints. |
| NPS 3/4 and NPS 1: Steel pipe, malleable-iron threaded fittings, and threaded joints. |
| VALVE APPLICATIONS |
| Appliance Shutoff Valves for Pressure 0.5 psig or Less: Appliance connector valve or gas stop. |
| Appliance Shutoff Valves for Pressure 0.5 to 2 psig: Gas stop or gas valve. |
| Piping Line Valves, NPS 2 and Smaller: Gas valve. |
| INSTALLATION |
| Refer to Division 22 Section 22 0500 – Common Work Results for Plumbing, for basic piping installation requirements and piping joint construction. |
| Install fuel gas piping at uniform grade of 0.1 percent slope upward toward risers. |
| Use eccentric reducer fittings to make reductions in pipe sizes. Install fittings with level side down. |
| Connect branch piping from top or side of horizontal piping. |
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| Install unions in pipes NPS 2 and smaller, adjacent to each valve, at final connection to each piece of equipment, and elsewhere as indicated. |
| Install vent piping for gas pressure regulators and gas trains, extend outside building, and vent to atmosphere. Terminate vents with turned-down, reducing-elbow fittings with corro- sion-resistant insect screens in large end. |
| HANGERS AND SUPPORTS |
| Refer to Division 22 Section 22 0529 - Hangers and Supports For Plumbing Piping and Equipment, for pipe hanger and support devices. |
| Install hangers for horizontal steel piping with the following maximum spacing and mini- mum rod sizes: |
| NPS 1 and Smaller: Maximum span, 96 inches; minimum rod size, 3/8 inch. |
| CONNECTIONS |
| Install piping adjacent to appliances to allow service and maintenance. Connect piping to appliances using gas with shutoff valves and unions. Install valve upstream from and within 72 inches of each appliance. Install union downstream from valve. |
| FIELD QUALITY CONTROL |
| Inspect, test, and purge piping according to ANSI Z223.1, Part 4 "Inspection, Testing, and Purging," and requirements of authorities having jurisdiction. Repair leaks and defects with new materials and retest system until satisfactory results are obtained. |
END OF SECTION 22 1613
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SECTION 235533.16 - GAS-FIRED UNIT HEATERS PART 1 - GENERAL
SECTION REQUIREMENTS
Submittals:
| Product Data: For each type of gas-fired unit heater. |
| Shop Drawings: For gas-fired unit heaters; signed and sealed by a qualified professional engineer. |
Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace heat exchanger of gas-fired unit heater that fails in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.
Warranty Period: Five years from date of Substantial Completion.
PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS
ASHRAE/IES 90.1 Compliance: Applicable requirements in ASHRAE/IES 90.1, Section 6 - "Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning."
Seismic Performance: Gas-fired unit heaters shall withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.
Fabricate and reinforce suspension attachments strong enough that the unit will remain in place without separation of any parts when subjected to the seismic forces specified in Section 230548 "Vibration and Seismic Controls for HVAC" when gas-fired unit heater is anchored to building structure.
Comply with NFPA 70.
GAS-FIRED UNIT HEATERS
Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:
| Lennox Industries, Inc.; Lennox International. |
| Modine Manufacturing Company. Basis of Design: Model #HDS100 or and approved equal. |
| REZNOR; Thomas & Betts Corporation, a member of ABB Group. |
| Sterling HVAC Products; a Mestek company. |
| Trane. |
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Description: Factory assembled, piped, and wired, and complying with ANSI Z83.8/CSA 2.6.
Gas Type: Design burner for propane gas having same characteristics as those of gas available at Project site.
Type of Venting: Power vented.
Housing: Steel, with integral draft hood and inserts for suspension mounting rods. External casings and cabinets to have a baked-on polyester powder paint coating over corrosion- resistant-treated surface.
| Discharge Louvers: Independently adjustable, horizontal blades. |
| Discharge Nozzle: Discharge at 25 to 65 degrees (0.44 to 1.13 radians) from horizontal. |
Accessories: Four-point suspension kit, power venter, concentric, terminal vent assembly.
Propeller Unit Fan: Motors to comply with NEMA MG 1 unless otherwise indicated
Controls: Regulated, redundant gas valve containing pilot solenoid valve, electric gas valve, pilot filter, pressure regulator, pilot shutoff, and manual shutoff all in one body.
| Gas Control Valve: Single stage. |
| Ignition: Electronically controlled electric spark with flame sensor. |
| Fan Thermal Switch: Operates fan on heat-exchanger temperature. |
| Vent Flow Verification: Differential pressure switch to verify open vent. |
| High Limit: Thermal switch or fuse to stop burner. |
| Thermostat: Wall mounted, single stage, on-off-automatic switch, 24 V ac, 50 to 90 deg F (10 to 32 deg C) operating range. |
Capacities and Characteristics:
| Gas Input: 100,000 Btu/h (kW). |
| Gas Output: 80,000 Btu/h (kW). |
| Annual Gas Utilization Efficiency: 80 percent. |
| Minimum Airflow: 1490 cfm (L/s). |
| Electrical Characteristics: |
Motor Size: 1/12 hp.
Motor Speed: 1050 rpm.
Volts: 115V.
| Phase: Single. |
| Hertz: 60. |
| Full-Load Amperes: 5.05 amps. |
| Minimum Circuit Ampacity: 2.5 amps. |
Maximum Overcurrent Protection: <Insert amperage>.
GAS-FIRED UNIT HEATERS 235533.16 - 2
INSTALLATION
Install and connect gas-fired unit heaters and associated gas and vent features and systems according to NFPA 54, applicable local codes and regulations, and manufacturer's written instructions.
Suspended Units: Suspend from substrate using threaded rods, spring hangers, and building attachments. Secure rods to unit hanger attachments. Adjust hangers so unit is level and plumb.
Substrate-Mounted Units: Provide supports connected to substrate. Secure units to supports.
Anchor the unit to resist code-required horizontal acceleration.
3.2
CONNECTIONS
A.
Piping installation requirements are specified in other Sections. Drawings indicate general arrangement of piping, fittings, and specialties.
B.
Where installing piping adjacent to gas-fired unit heater, allow space for service and maintenance.
C.
Gas Piping: Comply with Section 231126 "Facility Liquefied-Petroleum Gas Piping." Connect gas piping to gas train inlet; provide union with enough clearance for burner removal and service.
D.
Vent Connections: Comply with Section 235100 "Breechings, Chimneys, and Stacks."
E.
Ground equipment according to Section 260526 "Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems."
F.
Connect wiring according to Section 260519 "Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables."
3.3
FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
Perform the following tests and inspections with the assistance of a factory-authorized service representative:
| Contractor to test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment. |
| Contractor to prepare a written report to record the test procedures used, results complying with requirements, and corrective action taken to achieve compliance with |
requirements.
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ADJUSTING
Adjust initial temperature and humidity set points.
Adjust burner and other unit components for optimum heating performance and efficiency.
DEMONSTRATION
Train Owner's maintenance personnel to adjust, operate, and maintain gas-fired unit heaters.
END OF SECTION 235533.16
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SECTION 260000 - ELECTRICAL WORK PART 1 – GENERAL
| GENERAL REQUIREMENTS |
| The General Conditions of the Contract are hereby made a part of this specification. |
| Contractor shall provide all items, articles, materials or methods listed, mentioned or scheduled, including all labor, materials, equipment and incidentals necessary and required for the completion of the project. |
| DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS |
| Contract Drawings for electrical work are in part diagrammatic, intended to convey scope of work and indicate the general arrangement of equipment. Electrical trades shall follow these drawings in laying out their work. DO NOT SCALE DRAWINGS. |
| Each Contractor or his representative shall visit the site and make an estimate of facilities and difficulties attending execution of this work. No claims will be allowed because of discrepancies in such estimates. |
| SCOPE OF WORK |
| Provide all labor, material, equipment and incidentals for complete and fully operating electrical systems as shown on the Drawings and specified herein, including, but not limited to, removals: |
| Removals. |
Re-use of existing equipment and wiring.
| New lighting systems and controls. |
| New general use receptacles. |
| New power outlets and disconnecting means for mechanical equipment. |
| Branch circuits for all outlets including modifications to existing wiring. |
| New grounding and bonding. |
| Modifications to existing power distribution system. |
| New panelboards. |
| WORK BY OTHER SECTIONS OF THIS CONTRACT |
| General Contractor shall provide all excavation, backfill, cutting, patching, equipment backboards, and masonry work required by this Contractor. This Contractor shall coordinate exact requirements. |
| The Contractor shall furnish and install all thermostats. Unless noted otherwise, this Contractor shall provide all power wiring, 120 volt control wiring, disconnect switches and make final connections of wiring provided under this Division. |
| WORK BY UTILITIES |
| The utilities serving this project are Green Mountain Power. This contractor shall coordinate exact installation requirements with each utility and provide all work and materials in accordance with each utility’s standards. |
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WORKMANSHIP
A. All Work shall be installed in a neat and workmanlike manner in perfect operating order, to the satisfaction of the COR. Repair or replace all Work rejected by the COR at no additional cost. All Work shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code.
| MATERIAL AND SUBSTITUTIONS |
| Except where indicated otherwise, all materials shall be new and conform to standards established in Plans and Specifications. |
| Equipment, materials or items of other manufacturers, of equivalent design, quality and capacity, will be considered as substitutes to those specified or noted on the Drawings. Engineer reserves the right to reject any substitute offered for items specified or noted on Drawings. |
| Substitute material and equipment, where requested or proposed by Contractor, shall be itemized and shall show cost to Owner whether it be an "addition" or "deduction" or "no change in cost" to the Base Bid Price. It shall be held that no change in contract completion time will occur should Engineer elect to accept any alternates unless such time is specifically stated in the Contractor's Bid. |
| Materials and equipment not approved shall not be used in construction. |
| All equipment shall be U.L. Listed and Labeled, whenever U.L. Standards have been developed and applied for said equipment. |
| CLEANING |
| Each Contractor shall clear away all debris, surplus materials, etc., resulting from his Work or operation, leaving the job and equipment furnished in a clean, first-class condition. |
| GUARANTEE, SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT |
| Except as a longer period may be provided in this specification, this Contractor shall guarantee the Work to the full extent of the provision of the Drawings, this Specification and the General Conditions for a period of one (1) year from the date of acceptance by the Owner. Warrantee date will start on the date of final payment to the Contractor. |
| This Contractor shall service all installed equipment free of charge during the guarantee period. |
| Any apparatus or equipment that requires excessive service during the guarantee period shall be considered defective and shall be replaced by this Contractor without additional cost to Owner. |
| CODES, RULES AND REGULATIONS |
| Comply with the latest edition of all applicable codes, rules, laws, ordinances, and regulations, including, but not limited to, State and Local Laws and Ordinances, American National Standards Institute (ANSI), Basic Building Code and Supplements, Insulated Power Cable Engineers Association (IPCEA), Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), National Electrical Code (NEC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Underwriters Laboratories (U.L.), Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) and National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA). |
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| INTERRUPTION OF SERVICES |
| Where the Work requires interruption of existing services, shutdown at night or at times as directed by the Owner that do not interfere with established operating routines. Arrange to work continuously, including overtime if necessary, to ensure that service interruptions are as short as possible. Upon restoration of service, verify that all systems and equipment are operating normally. |
| Existing services to remain shall be protected during construction. Repair services broken during the Work as soon as possible, at no additional cost to the Owner. |
| SUBMITTALS |
| Provide submittal data and/or shop drawing in accordance with the General Provisions for each of the following: |
| Panelboards and circuit breakers |
| Disconnect switches and Fuses |
| Lighting fixtures, lamps and ballasts, controls |
| Wiring devices and wall plates |
| TEMPORARY SERVICE |
| Provide temporary lighting and power outlets with ground fault protection as required. The existing power distribution system may be used for temporary service. |
| When no longer required, remove all temporary work. All materials used for temporary construction shall remain the property of the installer. |
| SPECIAL WIRING REQUIREMENTS |
| In addition to the General Requirements to comply with the National Electrical Code, the work requires special wiring methods including, but not limited to: |
1.
Penetrations of Fire Walls:
N.E.C. 300-21
1.14 GENERAL INSTALLATION
| All applicable equipment shall be U.L. Listed and shall be installed in accordance with U.L., NEMA, NFPA, N.E.C. and IPCEA Standards. |
| All equipment shall be installed plumb, both vertically and horizontally, presenting a neat finished appearance. |
| All equipment, boxes, cables and raceways shall be securely fastened to building structure in accordance with N.E.C. requirements. |
| All panelboards and group mounted equipment (starters, disconnect switches, etc.) to be surface mounted shall be installed on plywood backboards. Backboards shall be painted on all sides before installation of equipment. |
| Upon installation of wall plates and receptacles, advise all Contractors regarding proper and cautious use of convenience outlets. At time of Substantial Completion, replace those items which have been damaged, including those burned and scored by faulty plugs. |
| Install equipment in accordance with manufacturers written instructions, at locations indicated, fully coordinated with work and equipment to be installed by others. |
| Location of outlets shall be generally as shown on the Drawings. Field coordinate with requirements of ceilings, furniture and equipment. Locate switches on strike side of doors |
ELECTRICAL WORK 260000 - 3
and locate device outlets centered on masonry block or other regular or patterned building finishes. Make minor adjustments to outlet locations as directed, prior to rough-in, at no extra cost.
H. All outlets on opposite sides of walls shall be offset horizontally by at least one stud bay.
| Prior to rough-in the contractor shall mark the proposed locations of all outlets (lighting, telephone, wiring devices, alarm systems and communications) on all walls and ceilings. The COR shall review all outlet locations prior to mounting any outlet boxes or devices. |
| The Contractor shall not proceed with any rough-in or installation of outlet boxes until all outlet locations have been approved by the COR. |
| Concrete housekeeping pad shall be required for floor-standing electrical equipment. Housekeeping pad shall be seismically designed with structural connections to the floor slab, and channel or angle iron frames for welded equipment fastening. Housekeeping pad shall be |
4 inches above surrounding finished grade unless otherwise shown and shall be 2 inches larger than equipment dimensions all around. The front step shall be sloped 2% to provide drainage away from the equipment. Provide 1/2” minimum chamfer to the top edges of the housekeeping pad. Coordinate conduit placement in slabs and the penetration of floors, shear walls, structural members, and so forth.
| DEFINITIONS |
| Except as specifically defined otherwise, the following definitions supplement definitions of the Contract, General Conditions, Supplementary Conditions and apply generally to the Work. |
| Indicated: Shown on Drawings by notes, graphics or schedules, or written into other portions of Contract Documents. Terms such as "shown", "noted", "scheduled" and "specified" have same meaning as "indicated", and are used to assist the reader in locating particular information. |
| Project Site: Space available to Contractor at location of project, either exclusively or to be shared with separate contractors, for performance of the Work. |
| Furnish: Supply and deliver to project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation and similar subsequent requirements. |
| Install: Operations at project site, including unloading, unpacking, assembly, erection, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar requirements. |
| Provide: Furnish and install, complete and ready for intended use. |
| Installer: Entity (firm or person) engaged to install work, by Contractor, Subcontractor or Sub- subcontractor. |
| MEANS AND METHODS |
| Unless otherwise expressly provided in the Contract Documents the means and methods of construction, including all safety procedures, shall be such as the Contractor may choose, subject however, to the Engineer's right to reject means and methods proposed by the Contractor which: (1) will constitute or create a hazard to the work, person(s) or property or |
(2) will not produce finished work in accordance with the terms of the Contract. The right to reject shall not, in any way, be construed or interpreted as acceptance or control of means and methods by the Engineer and/or his representative.
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B. The Engineer's rejection of the Contractor's means and methods of construction, or the Engineer's failure to exercise his right to reject such means or methods, shall not relieve the Contractor of his obligation to accomplish the result intended by the Contract: nor shall the retention of such right-to-reject create a cause of action for damages due to exercise, or failure to exercise, such rights.
| PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING |
| All materials shall be delivered to the site and stored in factory fabricated containers. |
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