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SECTION 329200 – SEEDING AND MULCHING
PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes seeding.
B. DEFINITIONS
C. Finish Grade: Elevation of finished surface of planting soil.
D. Planting Soil: Native topsoil, or surface soil modified to become topsoil; mixed with soil amendments.
E. Subgrade: Surface or elevation of subsoil remaining after completing excavation, or top surface of a fill or backfill immediately beneath planting soil.
1.2 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each type of product indicated.
B. Product certificates.
C. Planting Schedule: Indicating anticipated planting dates.
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. Installer's Field Supervision: Require Installer to maintain an experienced full-time supervisor on Project site when planting is in progress.
B. Topsoil Analysis: Furnish soil analysis by a qualified soil-testing laboratory.
1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A. Seed, Fertilizer: Deliver, store, and handle materials according to manufactures recommendations. Materials must be keep dry until ready to use.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 SEED
A. Seed Species: State-certified seed of grass species, as follows:
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1. Sun and Partial Shade: Proportioned by weight as follows:
a. 25 percent Perennial rye grass var. Alliance, Charger, Citation III, or Navajo.
b. 25 percent Ky. Bluegrass var. Challenger, Midnight, Bluestar, or North Star
c. 50 percent Tall Fescue var. Apache II, Confederate, Coronado,Tomahawk, or
Coronado Gold.
d. Choose one or more of the varieties listed for each grass to include in the mix.
2.2 PLANTING MATERIALS
A. Topsoil: ASTM D 5268, pH range of 5.5 to 7, a minimum of 4 percent organic material content; free of stones 1 inch or larger in any dimension and other extraneous materials harmful to plant growth.
1. Topsoil Source: Reuse surface soil on-site.
B. Inorganic Soil Amendments:
1. Lime: ASTM C 602, Class T or O, agricultural limestone containing a minimum 80 percent calcium carbonate equivalent.
C. Organic Soil Amendments
1. Compost: Well-composted, stable, and weed-free organic matter, pH range of 5.5 to 8.
2. Peat: Sphagnum peat moss, partially decomposed, finely divided or granular texture, with pH range of 3.4 to 4.8.
3. Peat: Finely divided or granular texture, with pH range of 6 to 7.5, containing partially decomposed moss peat, native peat, or reed-sedge peat and having water-absorbing capacity of 1100 to 2000 percent.
4. Wood Derivatives: Decomposed, nitrogen-treated sawdust, ground bark, or wood waste;
of uniform texture, free of chips, stones, sticks, soil, or toxic materials.
D. Fertilizer:
1. Commercial Fertilizer: Commercial-grade complete fertilizer of neutral character, consisting of fast- and slow-release nitrogen, 50 percent derived from natural organic sources of urea formaldehyde, phosphorous, and potassium in the following composition:
2. Slow-Release Fertilizer: Granular or pelleted fertilizer consisting of 50 percent water-insoluble nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium in the following composition:
a. Composition: 20 percent nitrogen, 10 percent phosphorous, and 10 percent potassium, by weight.
E. Mulches:
1. Straw Mulch: Provide air-dry, clean, mildew- and seed-free, threshed straw of wheat, rye, oats, or barley.
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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 PREPARATION
A. Finish Grading: Grade planting areas to a smooth, uniform surface plane with loose, uniformly fine texture. Grade to within plus or minus 1/2 inch of finish elevation. Roll and rake, remove ridges, and fill depressions to meet finish grades. Limit fine grading to areas that can be planted in the immediate future.
B. Restore areas if eroded or otherwise disturbed after finish grading and before planting.
3.2 SEEDING
A. Sow seed at the rate of 4lb/1000 sq ft. Apply fertilizer at 6 pounds/1000 sq ft.
B. Rake seed lightly into top 1/8 inch of topsoil, roll lightly, and water with fine spray.
C. Protect seeded areas by spreading straw mulch. Spread uniformly at a minimum rate of 2 tons/acre to form a continuous blanket 1-1/2 inches in loose depth over seeded areas. Spread by hand, blower, or other suitable equipment.
D. Hydo-seeding using the above seeding rates is also acceptable method to seeding.
E. Seeding shall be completed between March 1-May 15 for spring plantings and September 1- October 15 for fall planting.
F. Temporary seeding during winter months may be required and shall consist of winter wheat and straw mulch at one ton per acre.
END OF SECTION 329200
| 011400_WORK RESTRICTIONS |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS |
| A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section. |
| 1.2 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES |
| A. The Government will conduct a pre-construction survey with the Contractor to review and document the existing project conditions prior to construction. |
| B. The Contractor shall perform all work during weekdays, Monday through Friday; between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM; without disruption to government employees and government operations unless approved by COR under critical conditions. Coordina... |
| C. The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the work in areas indicated. |
| 1. Confine operations at the site to areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which Work is indicated. |
| 2. Schedule deliveries to minimize on-site storage of material and equipment. |
| 3. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Take precautions to protect the public during the construction period. |
| 4. Space on the premises is available for the Contractor's storage and related activities. |
| 5. 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. |
| 1.3 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY |
| A. The Government will occupy 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 interfer... |
PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) & PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)
| 012700_UNIT PRICES |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. A unit price provides an amount proposed by the Contractor and stated on the Schedule of Items as a price per unit of measurement for materials or services. |
| B. Unit prices include all necessary material and labor costs, overhead, profit, taxes, shipping and other related expenses for the added or deducted work. |
| 1.2 PROCEDURES |
| A. Measurement: Method of measurement for each unit price is specified in the specification section applicable to the work. |
| B. Verification: The Government reserves the right to reject the Contractor's measurement of work in place that involves use of an established unit price, and to have this work measured, at the Government's expense, by an independent surveyor accepta... |
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) |
| PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable) |
| 013100_PROJECT MANAGEMENT |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. This section includes certain administrative provisions for managing and coordinating construction operations. |
| 1.2 GENERAL PROJECT COORDINATION |
| A. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. |
| 1.3 CONSERVATION |
| A. Consider conservation of energy, water and materials during construction operations. |
| 1.4 SPILL CONTROL |
| A. Develop plans to provide for containment of hazardous materials and unplanned spills. |
| 1.5 ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL |
| A. In addition to meeting the requirements of FAR 52.236-6 for an on-site Project Superintendent, the Contractor shall provide other administrative and supervisory personnel as required for performance of the Work. |
| 1.6 CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS |
| A. Pre-construction Conference: The Contracting Officer (CO) will schedule a pre-construction conference before starting construction at a time and place convenient to the Contractor and will review responsibilities and personnel assignments. FAR 52... |
| B. Progress Meetings: Progress meetings at the Project Site shall be conducted at regular intervals. Dates of meetings shall be coordinated with preparation of the payment request in accordance with FAR 52.232-5. |
| 2. Schedule Updating: If the progress of the work falls behind the approved Contractor’s Construction Schedule, the Contractor shall submit a supplementary schedule for approval by the Contracting Officer (CO) in accordance with FAR 52.236-15. |
| 1.7 SUBMITTALS |
| A. Staff Names: Within 5 calendar days after commencement of construction, submit a list of principal staff assignments, including the Superintendent and other primary personnel. Identify individuals by name, duties and responsibilities, home addres... |
| B. Construction Schedules shall be submitted as directed in FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction. |
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable) |
| PART 3 - EXECUTION |
| 3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS |
| A. Inspection of Conditions: Prior to installations, require the installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed. |
| B. Construction in Progress: Keep construction in progress, adjoining materials in place, and clean during handling and installation. Apply protective coverings for protection from damage or deterioration. |
| C. Completed Construction: Clean completed construction and provide maintenance to prevent damage, soiling or other deterioration through the remainder of the construction period. |
| D. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to prevent exposure of any part of construction, completed or in progress, to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious conditions during the construction period. |
| END OF SECTION 013100 |
| 013300_SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals. |
| B. See Division 01 Section "Quality Requirements" for submitting test and inspection reports. |
| C. See Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting warranties. |
| 1.2 DEFINITIONS |
| A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires COR's responsive action. |
| B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require COR's responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements. |
| 1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES |
| A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities. |
| 1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity. |
| 2. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination. |
| a. COR reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received. |
| B. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on COR's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transm... |
| 1. Initial Review: Allow 10 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Architect will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination. |
| 2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal. |
| 3. Resubmittal Review: Allow 10 days for review of each resubmittal. |
| C. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification. |
| 1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block. |
| 2. Provide a space approximately 1T6 by 8 inches1T4T (150 by 200 mm)4T on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by COR. |
| 3. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken: |
| a. Project name. |
| b. Date. |
| c. Name and address of COR. |
| d. Name and address of Contractor. |
| e. Name and address of subcontractor. |
| f. Name and address of supplier. |
| g. Name of manufacturer. |
| h. Submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier. |
| 1) Submittal number shall use Specification Section number followed by a decimal point and then a sequential number (e.g., 061000.01). Resubmittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., 061000.01.A). |
| i. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section. |
| j. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate. |
| k. Location(s) where product is to be installed, as appropriate. |
| l. Other necessary identification. |
| D. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise specifically identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals. |
| E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless COR observes noncompliance with provisions in the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal. |
| 1. Additional copies submitted for maintenance manuals will be marked with action taken and will be returned. |
| F. Transmittal: Package each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling. Transmit each submittal using a transmittal form. COR will discard submittals received from sources other than Contractor. |
| G. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal. |
| 1. Note date and content of previous submittal. |
| 2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of revision. |
| 3. Resubmit submittals until they are marked "Approved” or “Approved as Noted.” |
| H. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on trans... |
| I. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating "Approved” or “Approved as Noted.” taken by COR. |
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS |
| 2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS |
| A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections. |
| B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment. |
| 1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data. |
| 2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable. |
| 3. Include the following information, as applicable: |
| a. Manufacturer's written recommendations. |
| b. Manufacturer's product specifications. |
| c. Manufacturer's installation instructions. |
| d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts. |
| e. Printed performance curves. |
| f. Operational range diagrams. |
| g. Compliance with specified referenced standards. |
| h. Testing by recognized testing agency. |
4. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of Product Data, unless otherwise indicated. COR will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.
| C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data. |
| 1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable: |
| a. Dimensions. |
| b. Identification of products. |
| c. Fabrication and installation drawings. |
| d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams. |
| e. Shopwork manufacturing instructions. |
| f. Templates and patterns. |
| g. Schedules. |
| h. Notation of coordination requirements. |
| i. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement. |
| j. Relationship to adjoining construction clearly indicated. |
| k. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified. |
| 2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 1T8-1/2 by 11 inches1T4T (215 by 280 mm)4T but no larger than 1T30 by 40 inches1T4T (750 by 1000 mm)4T. |
| 3. Number of Copies: Submit two opaque (bond) copies of each submittal. COR will return one copy. |
| D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed. |
| 1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components such as accessories together in one submittal package. |
| 2. Identification: Attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following: |
| a. Generic description of Sample. |
| b. Product name and name of manufacturer. |
| c. Sample source. |
| d. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section. |
| 3. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available. |
| a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set(s) of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's product line. COR will return submittal with options selected. |
| 4. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and tha... |
| a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples. COR will retain two Sample sets; remainder will be returned. |
| 2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS |
| A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification Sections. |
| 1. Number of Copies: Submit two copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. COR will not return copies. |
| 2. Certificates and Certifications: Provide a notarized statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documen... |
| 3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Quality Requirements." |
| B. Coordination Drawings: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Project Management and Coordination." |
| C. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification (WPS) and Procedure Qualification Record (PQR) on AWS f... |
| D. Installer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project. |
| E. Manufacturer Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required. |
| F. Product Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. |
| G. Material Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that material complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. |
| H. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents. |
| I. Product Test Reports: Prepare written reports indicating current product produced by manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified tes... |
| J. Preconstruction Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating, and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance require... |
| K. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its f... |
| L. Design Data: Prepare written and graphic information, including, but not limited to, performance and design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations. Include list of assumptions and other performance and design criteri... |
| M. Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documents manufacturer's recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating a product or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and tel... |
| N. Insurance Certificates and Bonds: Prepare written information indicating current status of insurance or bonding coverage. Include name of entity covered by insurance or bond, limits of coverage, amounts of deductibles, if any, and term of the cov... |
| PART 3 - EXECUTION |
| 3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW |
| A. Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to COR. |
| B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submi... |
| 3.2 COR'S ACTION |
| A. General: COR will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action. |
| B. Action Submittals: COR will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or modifications required, and return it. COR will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action taken, as foll... |
| 1. “Approved” – Submittal is accepted as submitted |
| 2. “Approved as Noted” – Submittal is accepted with minor changes and/or clarifications needed. |
| 3. “Rejected” – Submittal does not meet the specifications or does not provide enough information to make a determination of compliance with specificiations |
| C. Informational Submittals: COR will review each submittal and will not return it, or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. COR will forward each submittal to appropriate party. |
| D. Partial submittals are not acceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned without review. |
| E. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may not be reviewed and may be discarded. |
| 014000_QUALITY CONTROL |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. This section, FAR 52.246-1, and FAR 52.246-12 include requirements for quality control services to verify quality assurance requirements specified elsewhere in the Contract. |
| B. The Government reserves the right to conduct independent tests. |
| C. This section includes requirements for quality control services: soil density compaction, and concrete tests. |
| D. The quality control services include tests and related actions, including reports, performed by the Contractor, independent agencies or governing authorities. |
| 1.2 RESPONSIBILITIES |
| A. Contractor Responsibilities: The Contractor shall provide for tests, inspections and other quality control services where specified in the Contract or when required by authorities having jurisdiction. Costs for these services are included in the ... |
| B. The Contractor shall employ and pay for a qualified independent testing agency (Agency) to perform the quality control services. |
| C. Retesting: The Contractor is responsible for retesting, including repeated inspections and other services, where results of the initial tests, inspections or other quality control services indicate noncompliance with the requirements of the Contra... |
| D. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with others performing required tests, inspections and other quality control services, shall provide access to the work, and shall furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate ... |
| E. Take adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing or assist the agency in taking samples. |
| 1. Deliver samples to testing laboratories. |
| 2. Provide security and protection of samples and test equipment at the Project site. |
| F. The Agency shall provide qualified personnel to perform required inspections and tests. |
| G. The Agency shall notify the Government and the Contractor of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of their services. |
| H. The Agency is not authorized to change requirements of the Contract or approve or accept any portion of the Work. The Agency shall not perform any duties of the Contractor. |
| 1.3 QUALIFICATIONS OF INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCIES |
| A. A qualified independent testing Agency shall be an accredited entity engaged to perform tests or inspections, and to report on and, if required, to interpret results of those tests or inspections. |
| 1.4 SUBMITTALS |
| A. Reports: The Contractor shall submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each test, inspection or other quality control service to the Government. |
| B. Written reports shall include but not be limited to the following: |
| 1. Date of issue. |
| 2. Project title and number. |
| 3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency. |
| 4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections. |
| 5. Names of individuals making the test or inspection. |
| 6. Designation of the work and test method. |
| 7. Identifications of product and specification section. |
| 8. Complete test or inspection data. |
| 9. Test results and an interpretation of test results. |
| 10. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing. |
| 11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with Contract Document requirements. |
| 12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector. |
| 13. Recommendations on retesting. |
C. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For the Government's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records...
| 014200_REFERENCES |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 DEFINITIONS |
| A. General Explanation: Specification language often includes terms that are defined elsewhere in the Contract including the Construction Clauses. Certain terms are defined in this section. These definitions or explanations are not necessarily compl... |
| B. "General Conditions" refer collectively to the Construction Contract Clauses, Labor Standards and the U.S. Department of Labor Wage Decision bound into the specifications. |
| C. "Indicated" refers to graphic representations, notes or schedules on the Drawings, or to requirements elsewhere in the Specifications or other Contract Documents. Terms such as "shown", "noted", "scheduled" and "specified" have the same meaning as... |
| D. Where "directed", "authorized", "selected", "approved", or a similar term is used in conjunction with the Contractor's submittals, applications, requests and other activities, and the specifications state that an individual other than the Contracti... |
| 1. When the individual is so authorized by the CO, the Contractor may still appeal the action to the CO. |
| 2. The CO’s decision will be final. |
| 3. In no case shall the CO action be interpreted as releasing the Contractor from responsibility to fulfill the requirements of the Contract. |
| E. "Regulations" include laws, ordinances, statutes and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, as well as rules, conventions and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the Work. |
| F. "Project site" refers to the space available to the Contractor for performance of the Work, either exclusively or in conjunction with others performing other work. |
| G. "Furnish" means to supply and deliver to the Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembling, installation, and similar operations. |
| H. "Install" describes operations at the Project site, including unloading, temporary storage, unpacking, assembling, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations. |
| I. "Provide" means to furnish and install, complete in place and ready for full use. |
| J. "Cutting" refers to removal of material by cutting, sawing, drilling, breaking, chipping, grinding, excavating, and similar operations. |
| K. "Patching" refers to restoration of a surface to its original completed condition by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing, and similar operations. |
| L. "Installer" is the Contractor or another entity engaged by the Contractor, either directly or indirectly through subcontracting, to perform a particular construction operation at the Project site, including installation, erection, application and s... |
| M. "Testing agency" or "testing laboratory" is an independent entity engaged to perform specific inspections or tests, either at the Project site or elsewhere, and to report the results of those inspections and tests. |
| N. "Notice to Proceed" is the CO’s notification by letter to the Contractor to proceed with the Contract, activating the time period for construction and establishing the completion date. |
| 1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS |
| A. Applicability of Standards: Unless the Contract includes more stringent requirements, applicable construction industry standards have the same force and effect, to the extent referenced, as if bound or copied directly into the Contract. Such stan... |
| B. Codes: The Work shall be performed in compliance with Uthe latest editionsU of the following codes: NEC, IBC, IPC, and UMC. |
| C. Conflicting Requirements. Where compliance with two or more standards is specified, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties, and requirements that are different but apparently equal, to the CO in writing for a decision bef... |
| D. Abbreviations: Names and titles of standards are frequently abbreviated. Abbreviations and acronyms used in the Contract mean the recognized name of a trade association, standards-producing organization, and authority having jurisdiction or other... |
| 1. "Encyclopedia of Associations: National Organizations of the U.S.", published by Gale Research. |
| 2. "National Trade and Professional Associations of the United States", published by Columbia Books. |
| 3. "Means Illustrated Construction Dictionary - New Unabridged Edition" published by R.S. Means Company, Inc. |
| E. Abbreviations: Names and titles of standards are frequently abbreviated. Abbreviations and acronyms used in the Contract mean the associated names. The following names may be referenced in the Contract: |
| 1. AASHTO - American Association of State Highway and Transportation |
| 2. ABA – Architectural Barriers Act (Federally Funded Buildings) |
| 3. ABAAS – Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Standards (Federally Funded Buildings) |
| 4. ACI - American Concrete Institute |
| 5. ADA – American’s with Disabilities Act (UNon-FederallyU Funded Buildings) |
| 6. ADAAG – Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines |
| 7. AI - Asphalt Institute |
| 8. AISC - American Institute of Steel Construction |
| 9. AITC - American Institute of Timber Construction |
| 10. ALSC – American Lumber Standard Committee |
| 11. ANSI - American National Standards Institute |
| 12. ASME – American Society of Mechanical Engineers International |
| 13. ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials |
| 14. AWPA - American Wood-Preservers' Association |
| 15. AWS - American Welding Society |
| 16. AWWA - American Water Works Association |
| 17. CABO - Council of American Building Officials |
| 18. CFR - Code of Federal Regulations |
| 19. CRSI - Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute |
| 20. CS - Commercial Standard (U.S. Dept. of Commerce) |
| 21. CSI - Construction Specifications Institute |
| 22. DOT – Department of Transportation |
| 23. EIA - Electronic Industries Association |
| 24. EPA - Environmental Protection Agency |
| 25. FS - Federal Specification (Publications available from GSA) |
| 26. GSA - General Services Administration |
| 27. IBC – International Building Code |
| 28. IFC – International Fire Code |
| 29. IPC – International Plumbing Code |
| 30. ICBO – International Conference of Building Officials |
| 31. MCAA – Mechanical Contractors Association of America |
| 32. MSS-Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry Inc. |
| 33. NECA – National Electrical Contractors Association |
| 34. NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association |
| 35. NEC – National Electrical Code |
| 36. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association |
| 37. OSHA - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (U.S. Dept. of Labor) |
| 38. PCA - Portland Cement Association |
| 39. SSPC - Steel Structures Painting Council - The Society for Protective Coatings |
| 40. UFAS – Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards |
| 41. UL - Underwriters Laboratories Inc. |
| 42. IMC – International Mechanical Code |
| 43. IPC – International Plumbing Code |
| 44. USDA - U.S. Department of Agriculture |
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not applicable) |
| PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not applicable) |
| 015000_TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. Provide temporary utilities, support facilities, protection, and controls required for construction. Provide project work signs and secured areas to direct safe construction operations. |
| 1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE |
| A. Standards and Regulations: Comply with industry standards, codes, and with applicable laws and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction. |
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) |
| PART 3 - EXECUTION |
| 3.1 TEMPORARY UTILITIES |
| A. Temporary Electric Power Service: Provide as needed to keep normal office & warehouse/garage operations from being interrupted. |
| 3.2 TEMPORARY SUPPORT FACILITIES |
| A. Provide temporary enclosures for protection of construction as needed. Collect waste from construction areas, storage areas and other areas affected by the work daily. |
| 3.3 TEMPORARY PROTECTION FACILITIES |
| A. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with standards and code requirements for erecting structurally adequate barricades. Paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs to inform personnel and the public of the hazard involved. |
| 3.4 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL |
| A. Maintain facilities in good operating condition until removal. Each temporary facility shall be removed when need for has ended. |
| 017000_EXECUTION |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. This section, FAR 52.236-5, FAR 52.236-12, and FAR 52.236.17 include certain general procedural requirements governing the Contractor's execution of the Work, including, but not limited to laying out the Work, general installation of products, corr... |
| 1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE |
| A. Workmanship Standards: Initiate and maintain procedures to ensure personnel performing the Work are skilled and knowledgeable in the methods and craftsmanship needed to produce the required levels of workmanship. Remove and replace Work that does... |
| 1. Manufacturer's Instructions: Where installations include manufactured products, comply with manufacturer's applicable installation instructions and recommendations to the extent that those instructions and recommendations are more explicit or stri... |
| 2. Minimum Quality and Quantity: The quality level or quantity shown or specified shall be the minimum required for the Work. Except as otherwise indicated, the Work shall comply exactly with that minimum or may be superior to that minimum. Specifi... |
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) |
| PART 3 - EXECUTION |
| 3.1 LAYING OUT THE WORK |
| A. Before proceeding to lay out the Work, verify layout information shown on the Drawings, in relation to the property survey and existing benchmarks. If discrepancies are discovered notify the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) promptly. |
| B. Maintain existing benchmarks at the sites as indicated on the Drawings or replace at new locations. |
| C. Existing Utilities and Equipment: The existence and location of underground and other utilities and construction indicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before beginning site work, investigate and verify the existence and location of undergroun... |
| 3.2 PREPARATION |
| A. Site Improvements: The Contractor is responsible for all staking, maintaining and replacing of staking, except: The Government will mark existing benchmarks locations on the ground. The Government will establish (one time only) the corners of all ... |
| B. Existing Utilities: Furnish information necessary to adjust, move, or relocate existing structures, utility poles, lines, services, or other appurtenances located in or affected by construction. Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction. |
| C. Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly. |
| 3.3 INSTALLATION |
| A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately. Make vertical work plumb and horizontal work level. |
| B. Install products at the time and under conditions that will produce satisfactory results. |
| C. Conduct construction operations so that no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy. |
| D. Anchors and Fasteners: Provide anchors and fasteners as required to withstand stresses, vibration and physical distortion. Anchor each component securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other Work. |
| E. Adjust operating components for proper operation without binding. |
| 3.4 CORRECTION OF DEFECTIVE WORK |
| A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes. |
| B. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and proper adjustment of operating equipment. |
| C. Remove and replace damaged surfaces that are exposed to view if the surfaces cannot be repaired without visible evidence of repair. |
| D. Repair components that do not operate properly. Remove and replace operating components that cannot be repaired to operate properly. |
| E. Remove and replace chipped, scratched, or broken surfaces. |
| 3.5 CLEANING |
| A. Maintain the project site and work areas free of waste material and debris. |
| B. Clean areas where Work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the work. |
| 1. Remove liquid spills promptly. |
| C. Remove debris from concealed spaces prior to enclosing the space. |
| D. Clean exposed surfaces and protect as necessary to ensure freedom from damage and deterioration at the time of project completion. |
| 3.6 PROTECTION |
| A. Protect installed work from soiling and damage. |
| B. Protective Coverings: Provide appropriate protective coverings for work that might be damaged by subsequent operations. Maintain protective coverings in place until project completion. |
| 017700_CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. This Section includes requirements for Contract close out. |
| B. Substantial Completion is defined as that state when the Contractor has complied with the Contract, except for minor deviations, and the project is sufficiently complete and capable of being occupied and used by the Government for the intended purp... |
| 1.2 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION |
| A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for Substantial Completion, complete the following. |
| 1. Submit a list to the Contracting Officer (CO), of incomplete items, the value of incomplete construction, and reasons the Work is not complete. |
| 2. Submit operation and maintenance manuals, and As-Built Drawings. |
| 3. Complete instruction of the Government operation and maintenance personnel. Discontinue and remove temporary facilities from the site, along with mockups, construction tools, and similar elements. |
| B. Inspection Procedures: The Contracting Officer (CO) will notify the Contractor of Substantial Completion following an inspection or advise the Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before Substantial Completion. |
| 1. The Government will repeat the inspection when requested and when assured that the Work is substantially complete. |
| 2. Results of the completed inspection will form the basis of the requirements for Final Acceptance. |
| 1.3 FINAL ACCEPTANCE |
| A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for Final Acceptance, complete the following: |
| 1. Submit final payment request with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted. |
| 2. Submit an updated final statement accounting for final additional changes to the Contract price. |
| 3. Submit a certified copy of the previous Substantial Completion inspection list of items. |
| 4. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance agreements, final certifications, and similar documents. |
| 5. Submit record documents and similar final record information. |
| 6. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra stock, and similar items. |
| 7. Complete final clean-up requirements including touch-up painting of marred surfaces. |
| B. Final Inspection Procedure: The Government will inspect the Work upon receipt of notice from the Contractor that the Work, including inspection list items from earlier inspections, has been completed, except for items whose completion is delayed u... |
| 1. Upon completion of inspection, the CO will notify the Contractor of Final Acceptance or will advise the Contractor of Work that it is incomplete or of obligations that have not been fulfilled and are required for Final Acceptance. |
| 1.4 RECORD DOCUMENT SUBMITTALS |
| A. Record Drawings: Maintain a clean, undamaged set of blue or black line prints of Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings. Mark the set to show the actual installation where the installation varies substantially from the Work as originally shown. Mar... |
| B. Record Product Data: Maintain one copy of each Product Data submittal. Note related Change Orders and markup of Record Drawings and Specifications. |
| 1. Mark these documents to show significant variations in actual Work performed in comparison with information submitted. Include variations in products delivered to the site and from the manufacturer’s installation instructions and recommendations. |
| 2. Give particular attention to concealed products and portions of the Work that cannot otherwise be readily determined later by direct observation. |
| 1.5 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS |
| A. Organize operation and maintenance data in suitable sets of manageable size (2 copies). Bind properly indexed data in individual, heavy-duty, 2-inch (51 mm), 3-ring, vinyl-covered binders, with pocket folders for folded sheet information. Mark ap... |
| 1. Spare parts lists. |
| 2. Copies of warranties. |
| 3. Inspection procedures. |
| 4. Shop Drawings and Product Data. |
1.6 UTILITY LINES SITE PLAN
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) |
| PART 3 - EXECUTION |
| 3.1 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES |
| A. Operation and Maintenance Instructions: Arrange for each Installer of equipment that requires regular maintenance to meet with the Government’s personnel to provide instruction in proper operation and maintenance. Provide instruction by manufactu... |
| 1. Maintenance manuals. |
| 2. Record documents. |
| 3. Spare parts and materials. |
| 4. Tools. |
| 5. Identification systems. |
| 6. Hazards. |
| 7. Cleaning. |
| 8. Warranties and bonds. |
| 9. Maintenance agreements and similar continuing commitments. |
| 3.2 FINAL CLEANING |
| A. Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning. Clean each surface or unit to the condition expected in a normal, commercial cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer’s instructions. |
| 1. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for Final Acceptance. |
| a. Remove labels that are not permanent labels. |
| b. Clean transparent materials, including mirrors and glass in doors and windows. Remove glazing compounds and other substances that are noticeable vision-obscuring materials. Replace chipped or broken glass and other damaged transparent materials. |
| c. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dust-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition. Leave concrete floors broom clean. Wipe surfaces... |
| d. Clean the site, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, litter and other foreign substances. Sweep paved areas broom clean, and remove stains, spills, and other foreign deposits. Rake beach areas and other grounds that are neither pave... |
B. Compliance: Do not burn waste materials. Do not bury debris or excess materials on Government property. Do not discharge volatile, harmful, or dangerous materials into drainage systems. Remove waste materials from the site and dispose of it law...
| 033000_CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE |
| 061000_ROUGH CARPENTRY |
| 061600_SHEATHING |
| PART 1 - GENERAL |
| 1.1 SUMMARY |
| A. This Section includes the following: |
| 1. Wall sheathing. |
| 2. Roof sheathing. |
| 3. Underlayment. |
| 4. Building paper. |
| 5. Building wrap. |
| 6. Flexible flashing at openings in sheathing. |
| 1.2 SUBMITTALS |
| A. Product Data: For each type of process and factory-fabricated product. Indicate component materials and dimensions and include construction and application details. |
| B. Research/Evaluation Reports: For the following: |
| 1. Building wrap. |
| 1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE |
| A. Forest Certification: For the following wood products, provide materials produced from wood obtained from forests certified by an FSC-accredited certification body to comply with FSC STD-01-001, "FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship": |
| 1. Plywood. |
| 1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING |
| A. Stack plywood and other panels flat with spacers between each bundle to provide air circulation. Provide for air circulation around stacks and under coverings. |
| PART 2 - PRODUCTS |
| 2.1 WOOD PANEL PRODUCTS, GENERAL |
| A. Plywood: Either DOC PS 1 or DOC PS 2, unless otherwise indicated. |
| 2.2 WALL SHEATHING |
| A. Plywood Wall Sheathing: Exterior sheathing. |
| 2.3 ROOF SHEATHING |
| A. Plywood Roof Sheathing: Exterior, Structural I sheathing. |
| 2.4 FASTENERS |
| A. General: Provide fasteners of size and type indicated. |
| 1. For wall and roof sheathing panels, provide fasteners with corrosion-protective coating having a salt-spray resistance of more than 800 hours according to ASTM B 117. |
| 2.5 WEATHER-RESISTANT SHEATHING PAPER |
| A. Building Paper: ASTM D 226, Type 1 (No. 15 asphalt-saturated organic felt), unperforated. |
| B. Building Wrap: ASTM E 1677, Type I air retarder; with flame-spread and smoke-developed indexes of less than 25 and 450, respectively, when tested according to ASTM E 84; UV stabilized; and acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction. |
| 1. Available Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following: |
| a. Dow Chemical Company (The); Styrofoam Weathermate Plus Brand Housewrap. |
| b. Pactiv, Inc.; GreenGuard RainDrop. |
| c. Reemay, Inc.; Home Slicker 10 Plus Typar HouseWrap (as shown on drawings). |
| d. Approved equal |
2. Water-Vapor Permeance: Not less than 152 go through 1 sq. m of surface in 24 hours per ASTM E 96, Desiccant Method (Procedure A).
C. Building-Wrap Tape: Tape recommended by building-wrap manufacturer. Coordinate permeance value retained or inserted in subparagraph below with products selected.
| 2.6 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS |
| A. Adhesives for Field Gluing Panels to Framing: Formulation complying with APA AFG-01 and ASTM D 3498 that is approved for use indicated by manufacturers of both adhesives and panels. |
| 1. Use adhesives that have a VOC content of 50 g/L or less when calculated according to 40 CFR 59, Subpart D (EPA Method 24). |
B. Flexible Flashing: Self-adhesive, rubberized-asphalt compound, bonded to a high-density, polyethylene film to produce an overall thickness of not less than 1T0.025 inch1T4T (0.6 mm)4T.
| PART 3 - EXECUTION |
| 3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL |
| A. Securely attach to substrate by fastening as indicated, complying with the following: |
| 1. NES NER-272 for power-driven fasteners. |
| 2. Table 2304.9.1, "Fastening Schedule," in ICC's "International Building Code." |
| B. Coordinate sheathing installation with flashing and joint-sealant installation so these materials are installed in sequence and manner that exclude exterior moisture. |
| C. Do not bridge building expansion joints; cut and space edges of panels to match spacing of structural support elements. |
| 3.2 WOOD STRUCTURAL PANEL INSTALLATION |
| A. General: Comply with applicable recommendations in APA Form No. E30K, "APA Design/Construction Guide: Residential & Commercial." |
| 1. Comply with "Code Plus" installation provisions in guide referenced in paragraph above. |
| B. Fastening Methods: Fasten panels as indicated below: |
| 1. Wall and Roof Sheathing: |
| a. Nail to wood framing. Apply a continuous bead of glue to framing members at edges of wall sheathing panels. |
| 2. Underlayment: |
| a. Nail or staple to subflooring. |
| 3.3 WEATHER-RESISTANT SHEATHING-PAPER INSTALLATION |
| A. General: Cover sheathing with weather-resistant sheathing paper as follows: |
| 1. Cut back barrier 1T1/2 inch1T4T (13 mm)4T on each side of the break in supporting members at expansion- or control-joint locations. |
| 2. Apply barrier to cover vertical flashing with a minimum 1T4-inch1T4T (100-mm)4T overlap, unless otherwise indicated. |
| B. Building Paper: Apply horizontally with a 1T2-inch1T4T (50-mm)4T overlap and a 1T6-inch1T4T (150-mm)4T end lap; fasten to sheathing with galvanized staples or roofing nails. |
| C. Building Wrap: Comply with manufacturer's written instructions. |
| 1. Seal seams, edges, fasteners, and penetrations with tape. |
| 2. Extend into jambs of openings and seal corners with tape. |
| 3.4 FLEXIBLE FLASHING INSTALLATION |
| A. Apply flexible flashing where indicated to comply with manufacturers written instructions. |
| 1. Lap seams and junctures with other materials at least 1T4 inches1T4T (100 mm)4T, except that at flashing flanges of other construction, laps need not exceed flange width. |
| 2. Lap flashing over weather-resistant building paper at bottom and sides of openings. |
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