RTD

Dayton Station

High-Performance Coating Phase 2 Aurora, Colorado

Prepared by Regional Transportation District

4151 S. Dallas St.

Englewood Colorado 80147 Project Number 116

May 1, 2026

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS GROUP

DIVISION 00 – PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

000110 Table of Contents

SPECIFICATIONS GROUP

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SUBGROUP

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 SUMMARY

012600 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

013100 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND

COORDINATION

017300 EXECUTION

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

099600 HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATINGS

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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Owner-furnished/Owner-installed (OFOI) products.

4. Contractor's use of site and premises.

5. Coordination with occupants.

6. Work restrictions.

7. Specification and Drawing conventions.

8. Miscellaneous provisions.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section III, Construction Terms and Conditions.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: Elati LRV Training Space.

1. Project Location: 4151 S. Dallas St. Aurora, Colorado 80147 .

B. Owner: RTD.

1. Owner's Representative: Richard Rost. 1560 Broadway, Suite 700, Denver CO 80202.

C. Architect: Ignacio Correa-Ortiz, AIA, AICP. 1560 Broadway, Suite 700, Denver CO 80202.

D. Other Owner Consultants: Owner has retained the following design professionals who have prepared designated portions of the Contract Documents:

1. Structural Engineering: Jeffrey Freeland, P.E. 1560 Broadway, Suite 700, Denver

CO 80202 .

E. Construction Manager: RTD.

1. Construction Manager Representative: Svetlana Grechka. 1560 Broadway, Suite 700, Denver CO 80202.

2. Construction Manager has been engaged for this Project to serve as an advisor to Owner and to provide assistance in administering the Contract for construction

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between Owner and Contractor.

1.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of Project is defined by the Contract Documents and includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. The project is to provide preparation and painting services to the light rail station located at 4151 S. Dallas St., Aurora, CO 800147, known as the “Dayton Station.”

B. Type of Contract:

1. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.4 MEETING REQUIREMENTS

A. Kick off meeting: Contractor will present the work plan.

B. Pre-construction meeting: Contractor will coordinate with RTD Construction Administrator schedule of activities.

C. Bi-weekly construction meeting: Contractor will update RTD Construction Administrator on the event and milestone of the previous two weeks.

1.5 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Restricted Use of Site: Contractor shall have limited use of Project site for construction operations as indicated on Drawings by the Contract limits and as indicated by requirements of this Section.

B. Limits on Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to Work in areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Driveways, Walkways and Entrances: Keep driveways loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or for storage of materials.

a. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

C. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period.

Repair damage caused by construction operations.

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1.6 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Full Owner Occupancy: Owner will occupy Project site and existing building(s) during entire construction period, except for the project area. Cooperate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Owner's and its customers day-to-day operations.

Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

1. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and elevators. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Owner and approval of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Notify Owner not less than 72 hours in advance of activities that will affect Owner's or its customers' operations.

1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets, work on public streets, rights of way, and other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work to between 7 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated. Work hours may be modified to meet Project requirements if approved by Owner and authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Work Around Catenary Scheduling: d. Coordination with RTD Rail Operations and Service Planning will be required, this may include night work to prepare and paint surfaces that are within ten feet (10’) of the OCS. If necessary RTD may reroute service to one track during the project to allow for painting on the shut track side.

D. Dust and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, dust, odors, or other disruption to Owner occupancy with Construction Manager.

E. Smoking and Controlled Substance Restrictions: Use of tobacco products , alcoholic beverages, and other controlled substances on Owner's property is not permitted.

F. Employee Screening: Comply with Owner's requirements for Building and Grounds Access Permit screening of Contractor personnel working on Project site.

1. Maintain list of approved screened personnel with Owner's representative.

1.8 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

A. Division III, Construction Terms and Conditions: General provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, apply to all Sections of the Specifications.

B. Division 01 General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 01 apply to

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the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

1.9 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in the existing building to normal business working hours Monday through Friday, unless approved by project manager..

B. Notify owner not less than 3 (three) days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

C. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

D. RTD drug and alcohol policy – drugs and alcohol are strictly prohibited from all of RTD properties. Any contractor or contractor’s employee’s caught with drugs or alcohol will immediately be escorted off RTD property.

E. Signage and Barricades - Contractor shall be responsible for installing and maintaining all necessary and appropriate signage and barricades to insure a safe work environment in accordance with all local building codes and OSHA regulations.

F. Equipment - The contractor and all subcontractors are responsible for furnishing all equipment such as forklifts, man lifts, back hoes, ladders, carts, ect. To complete all work as specified under this contract, RTD equipment will not be made available for use under this contract. RTD is not responsible for the contractor’s tools and equipment. Lifts used by contractors shall be equipped with flashing lights and beepers to indicate horizontal or vertical movement.

G. Equipment - The contractor and all subcontractors are responsible for furnishing all equipment such as forklifts, man lifts, back hoes, ladders, carts, ect. To complete all work as specified under this contract, RTD equipment will not be made available for use under this contract. RTD is not responsible for the contractor’s tools and equipment. Lifts used by contractors shall be equipped with flashing lights and beepers to indicate horizontal or vertical movement.

H. Emergency phone numbers - Phone numbers for contractor representatives for off-hour communication shall be made available to the RTD project team and posted at the construction site at the time of the pre-construction meeting. These phone numbers will allow RTD to contact the contractor concerning emergency situations with contract work. These phone numbers shall include home phones mobile phones and pager numbers. The contractor will be responsible for responding to any emergency request within a 45 minute period. If the contractor is non-responsive, back charges will be administered.

I. Waste – All hazardous waste and or spills, all industrial waste, and all contaminated waste resulting from the contractors work as well as non-hazardous construction debris are the sole responsibility of the contractor for cleaning and removal from the site. On site dumpsters are for the sole use of RTD. Contractors are to supply theirs at a location on the site preapproved by RTD, or remove their construction debris from the daily.

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J. Storage containers – All containers that are used during the project containing solids or fluids shall be labeled in accordance with OSHA and NFTA standards. Containers holding fluids need to have compatibility labels.

K. Daily Cleaning - Contractor shall be required to clean up all areas under construction at the end of the day to prevent dust and dirt contamination within the building and on the buses. All areas are to be swept daily, concrete slurry from saw cuts is to be contained and cleaned up immediately after cutting. Slurry must be removed from site.

L. Dust control - the contractor is to minimize and contain air born dust from demolition activities. The contractor shall use water, exhaust fans and/or tenting to keep dust from migrating into adjacent areas within the facility and affection RTD personal and equipment. The contractor will be liable for cleanup costs or to replace equipment damaged by dust migration.

M. Protection of RTD property – The contractor shall use care and caution when working around RTD vehicles, equipment and RTD Mechanic's tools and toolboxes. The contractor shall be responsible to protect, clean, and or replace RTD and RTD employee’s property damaged as a result of construction activities.

N. Identification Badges - All Contractor employees are required to always wear an RTD contractor ID badge when on RTD property. The ID badge will be provided by RTD before the contractor mobilizes and will be in effect for the duration of the contract. Any persons on RTD property without an ID badge will be instructed to vacate the property immediately. If the ID badge is not returned at the end of the project, the contractor will be assessed a $25 fee per badge.

O. RTD final project walk through – The project shall be fully completed, and the job site cleaned prior to scheduling the final walk through.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 012600 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Related Requirements:

1. Section III, Construction Terms and Conditions.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

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SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The Work of this Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General coordination procedures.

2. Coordination drawings.

3. RFIs.

4. Digital project management procedures.

5. Web-based Project management software package.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section III, Construction Terms and Conditions.

2. Section 017300 "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. RFI: Request for Information. Request from Owner, Construction Manager, Architect, or Contractor seeking information required by or clarifications of the Contract Documents.

1.3 GENERAL COORDINATION PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results, where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

1.4 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Coordination Drawings, General: Prepare coordination drawings according to requirements in individual Sections, and additionally where installation is not completely indicated on Shop Drawings, where limited space availability necessitates

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coordination, or if coordination is required to facilitate integration of products and materials fabricated or installed by more than one entity.

B. Coordination Digital Data Files: Prepare coordination digital data files according to the following requirements:

1. File Submittal Format: Submit or post coordination drawing files using PDF format.

1.5 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information, clarification, or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified.

1. Architect will return without response those RFIs submitted to Architect by other entities controlled by Contractor.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner to avoid delays in Contractor's work or work of subcontractors.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

1. Project name.

2. Owner name.

3. Date.

4. Name of Contractor.

5. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

6. RFI subject.

7. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

8. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

9. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

10. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

11. Contractor's signature.

12. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product

Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. Action: Architect and Construction Manager will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Allow seven days for Architect's response for each RFI. RFIs received by Architect or Construction Manager after 1:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following Contractor-generated RFIs will be returned without action:

a. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract

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b. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

c. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

2. Architect's action may include a request for additional information, in which case Architect's time for response will date from time of receipt by Architect or Construction Manager of additional information.

D. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number. Submit log weekly. Use software log that is part of web-based Project management software.

1. Project name.

2. Name and address of Contractor.

3. Name and address of Architect and Construction Manager.

4. RFI number, including RFIs that were returned without action or withdrawn.

5. RFI description.

6. Date the RFI was submitted.

7. Date Architect's and Construction Manager's response was received.

8. Identification of related Minor Change in the Work, Construction Change

Directive, and Proposal Request, as appropriate.

9. Identification of related Field Order, Work Change Directive, and Proposal

Request, as appropriate.

E. On receipt of Architect's and Construction Manager's action, update the RFI log and immediately distribute the RFI response to affected parties. Review response and notify Architect and Construction Manager within seven days if Contractor disagrees with response.

1.6 DIGITAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

A. Web-Based Project Management Software Package: Use Construction Manager's web-based Project management software package for purposes of hosting and managing Project communication and documentation until Final Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

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SECTION 017300 - EXECUTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes general administrative and procedural requirements governing execution of the Work, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Installation.

2. Cutting and patching.

3. Starting and adjusting.

4. Protection of installed construction.

B. Refer to Section III Construction Terms and Conditions for items not included in this section.

C. Related Requirements:

1. Section 011000 "Summary" for limits on use of Project site.

2. Section 024119 "Selective Demolition" for demolition and removal of selected portions of the building.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Cutting: Removal of in-place construction necessary to permit installation or performance of subsequent work.

B. Patching: Fitting and repair work required to restore construction to original conditions after installation of subsequent work.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Cutting and Patching: Comply with requirements for and limitations on cutting and patching of construction elements.

1. Structural Elements: When cutting and patching structural elements, or when encountering the need for cutting and patching of elements whose structural function is not known, notify Architect of locations and details of cutting and await directions from Architect before proceeding. Shore, brace, and support structural elements during cutting and patching. Do not cut and patch structural elements in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity or increase deflection.

2. Other Construction Elements: Do not cut and patch other construction elements or components in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity, that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended, or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety. Other

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construction elements include but are not limited to the following:

a. Water, moisture, or vapor barriers.

b. Membranes and flashings.

c. Equipment supports.

d. Piping, ductwork, vessels, and equipment.

3. Visual Elements: Do not cut and patch construction in a manner that results in visual evidence of cutting and patching. Do not cut and patch exposed construction in a manner that would, in Architect's opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities. Remove and replace construction that has been cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Comply with requirements specified in other Sections.

B. In-Place Materials: Use materials for patching identical to in-place materials. For exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match in-place adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

1. If identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used, use materials that, when installed, will provide a match acceptable to Architect for the visual and functional performance of in-place materials. Use materials that are not considered hazardous.

C. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examination and Acceptance of Conditions: Before proceeding with each component of the Work, examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer or Applicator present where indicated, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance. Record observations.

1. Examine roughing-in for mechanical and electrical systems to verify actual locations of connections before equipment and fixture installation.

2. Examine walls, floors, and roofs for suitable conditions where products and systems are to be installed.

3. Verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with existing finishes or primers.

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B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation, as indicated.

1. Make vertical work plumb, and make horizontal work level.

2. Where space is limited, install components to maximize space available for maintenance and ease of removal for replacement.

3. Conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring in finished areas unless otherwise indicated.

B. Conduct construction operations, so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy of type expected for Project.

C. Sequence the Work and allow adequate clearances to accommodate movement of construction items on-site and placement in permanent locations.

D. Tools and Equipment: Select tools or equipment that minimize production of excessive noise levels.

E. Templates: Obtain and distribute to the parties involved templates for Work specified to be factory prepared and field installed. Check Shop Drawings of other portions of the Work to confirm that adequate provisions are made for locating and installing products to comply with indicated requirements.

F. Attachment: Provide blocking and attachment plates and anchors and fasteners of adequate size and number to securely anchor each component in place, accurately located and aligned with other portions of the Work. Where size and type of attachments are not indicated, verify size and type required for load conditions with manufacturer.

1. Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, mount components at heights directed by Architect.

2. Allow for building movement, including thermal expansion and contraction.

3. Coordinate installation of anchorages. Furnish setting drawings, templates, and directions for installing anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts, anchor bolts, and items with integral anchors, that are to be embedded in concrete or masonry. Deliver such items to Project site in time for installation.

G. Joints: Make joints of uniform width. Where joint locations in exposed Work are not indicated, arrange joints for the best visual effect, as judged by Architect. Fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints.

3.3 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching. Proceed with cutting

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and patching at the earliest feasible time, and complete without delay.

1. Cut in-place construction to provide for installation of other components or performance of other construction, and subsequently patch as required to restore surfaces to their original condition.

B. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during installation or cutting and patching operations, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

C. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of Work to be cut.

D. Protection: Protect in-place construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage. Provide protection from adverse weather conditions for portions of Project that might be exposed during cutting and patching operations.

E. Adjacent Occupied Areas: Where interference with use of adjoining areas or interruption of free passage to adjoining areas is unavoidable, coordinate cutting and patching in accordance with requirements in Section 011000 "Summary."

F. Existing Utility Services and Mechanical/Electrical Systems: Where existing services/systems are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, bypass such services/systems before cutting to prevent interruption to occupied areas.

G. Cutting: Cut in-place construction by sawing, drilling, breaking, chipping, grinding, and similar operations, including excavation, using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction. If possible, review proposed procedures with original Installer; comply with original Installer's written recommendations.

1. In general, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing and grinding, not hammering and chopping. Cut holes and slots neatly to minimum size required, and with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. Finished Surfaces: Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces.

3. Concrete and Masonry: Cut using a cutting machine, such as an abrasive saw or a diamond-core drill.

4. Excavating and Backfilling: Comply with requirements in applicable Sections where required by cutting and patching operations.

5. Mechanical and Electrical Services: Cut off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after cutting.

6. Proceed with patching after construction operations requiring cutting are complete.

H. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations following performance of other Work. Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as practicable, as judged by Architect. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Sections, where applicable.

1. Inspection: Where feasible, test and inspect patched areas after completion to

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demonstrate physical integrity of installation.

2. Exposed Finishes: Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

a. Clean piping, conduit, and similar features before applying paint or other finishing materials.

b. Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

3. Floors and Walls: Where walls or partitions that are removed extend one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space.

Provide an even surface of uniform finish, color, texture, and appearance.

Remove in-place floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials, if necessary, to achieve uniform color and appearance.

a. Where patching occurs in a painted surface, prepare substrate and apply primer and intermediate paint coats appropriate for substrate over the patch, and apply final paint coat over entire unbroken surface containing the patch, corner to corner of wall and edge to edge of ceiling. Provide additional coats until patch blends with adjacent surfaces.

4. Ceilings: Patch, repair, or rehang in-place ceilings as necessary to provide an even-plane surface of uniform appearance.

5. Exterior Building Enclosure: Patch components in a manner that restores enclosure to a weathertight condition and ensures thermal and moisture integrity of building enclosure.

I. Cleaning: Clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching are performed. Remove paint, mortar, oils, putty, and similar materials from adjacent finished surfaces.

3.4 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Work Areas: Clean areas where Work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work.

1. Remove liquid spills promptly.

2. Where dust would impair proper execution of the Work, broom-clean or vacuum the entire work area, as appropriate.

B. Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces in accordance with written instructions of manufacturer or fabricator of product installed, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended. If specific cleaning materials are not recommended, use cleaning materials that are not hazardous to health or property and that will not damage exposed surfaces.

C. Concealed Spaces: Remove debris from concealed spaces before enclosing the space.

D. Exposed Surfaces: Clean exposed surfaces and protect as necessary to ensure freedom from damage and deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

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E. During handling and installation, clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials already in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

F. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

3.5 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work is without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

B. Protection of Existing Items: Provide protection and ensure that existing items to remain undisturbed by construction are maintained in condition that existed at commencement of the Work.

C. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for temperature and relative humidity.

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SECTION 099600 - HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATINGS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Metal primers.

2. Epoxy coatings.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of specified product.

1. Include preparation requirements and application instructions.

2. Indicate VOC content.

B. Samples for Initial Selection: For each type of topcoat product.

C. Samples for Verification: For each type of coating system and each color and gloss of topcoat. Submit actual paint drawdowns as specified below for verification Samples.

1. Submit Samples on actual substrate material to be coated, 8 inches square.

2. Apply coats on Samples in steps to show each coat required for system.

3. Label each coat of each Sample.

4. Label each Sample for location and application area.

D. Product List: Cross-reference to coating system and locations of application areas. Use same designations indicated on Drawings and in High-Performance Coating Schedules. Include color designations and production runs (batch numbers).

1.3 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

A. Extra Stock Material: Furnish extra materials that match coating system products applied and that are packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.

1. Coatings: 5 percent, but not less than 1 gal. of each material and color applied.

1.4 MOCKUPS

A. Apply mockups of each coating system indicated and each color and finish selected to verify selections made under Sample submittals, to demonstrate aesthetic effects, and to set quality standards for materials and execution.

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1. Architect will select one surface to represent surfaces and conditions for application of each coating system.

a. Wall and Ceiling Surfaces: Provide samples of at least 20 sq. ft..

2. Final approval of color selections will be based on mockups.

a. If preliminary color selections are not approved, apply additional mockups of additional colors selected by Architect at no added cost to Owner.

3. Approval of mockups does not constitute approval of deviations from the Contract Documents contained in mockups unless Owner specifically approves such deviations by Change Order.

1.5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store materials not in use in tightly covered containers in well-ventilated areas with ambient temperatures continuously maintained at not less than 45 deg F.

1. Maintain containers in clean condition, free of foreign materials and residue.

2. Remove rags and waste from storage areas daily.

1.6 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Apply coatings only when temperature of surfaces to be coated and ambient air temperatures are between 50 and 95 deg F.

B. Do not apply coatings when relative humidity exceeds 85 percent; at temperatures less than 5 deg F above the dew point; or to damp or wet surfaces.

C. Do not apply exterior coatings in snow, rain, fog, or mist.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SOURCE LIMITATIONS

A. Obtain each coating system product from single source from single manufacturer.

2.2 HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATING PRODUCTS, GENERAL

A. High-Performance Coating Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, available products that may be incorporated into the Work include but are not limited to products listed in product types below and applicable exterior and interior high-performance coating schedule articles for the coating category indicated.

B. Material Compatibility:

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1. Materials for use within each coating system must be compatible with one another and substrates indicated, under conditions of service and application as demonstrated by manufacturer based on testing and field experience.

2. For each coat in a coating system, provide products recommended in writing by topcoat manufacturer for use in system and on substrate indicated.

C. Low-Emitting Materials: For field applications that are inside the weatherproofing system, verify paints and coatings comply with VOC emissions evaluation criteria.

D. Colors: As indicated in color schedule on Drawings .

2.3 METAL PRIMERS

A. Epoxy Zinc-Rich Primer: Solvent-based, multi-component, epoxy-type anticorrosive primer; formulated for use on cleaned ferrous metal substrates that will be exposed to moderate industrial or marine environments.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following :

a. Sherwin-Williams Company (The)

b. The Pittsburgh Paints Company

c. Tnemec Company, Inc.

d. Insert Manufacturers Name

e. PPG

B. Epoxy, Anticorrosive Primer: Solvent-based, two-component, epoxy, anticorrosive primer; formulated for use on ferrous and galvanized metal substrates.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following :

a. Sherwin-Williams Company (The)

b. The Pittsburgh Paints Company

c. Tnemec Company, Inc.

d. PPG

2.4 EPOXY COATINGS

A. Epoxy: Solvent-based, two-component epoxy coating; formulated for resistance to incidental splash and spillage of dilute (5 percent) sulfuric acid, (15 percent) hydrochloric acid, (20 percent) sodium hydroxide, gasoline, and heavy-duty cleaners and detergents; for use on wall and floor surfaces in moderate-to-heavy-traffic commercial and moderate industrial environments.

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but are not limited to, the following :

a. Benjamin Moore & Co.

b. H&C Decorative Concrete Products; a brand of Sherwin-Williams Co.

c. Sherwin-Williams Company (The)

d. The Pittsburgh Paints Company

e. Tnemec Company, Inc.

f. PPG

2. Gloss Level: Manufacturer's standard semigloss .

2.5 SOURCE QUALITY CONTROL

A. Testing of Coating Materials: Owner reserves the right to invoke the following procedure:

1. Owner will engage services of a qualified testing agency to sample coating materials. Contractor will be notified in advance and may be present when samples are taken. If coating materials have already been delivered to Project site, samples may be taken at Project site. Samples will be identified, sealed, and certified by testing agency.

2. Testing agency will perform tests for compliance with product requirements.

3. Owner may direct Contractor to stop applying coatings if test results show materials being used do not comply with product requirements. Contractor to remove noncomplying coating materials from Project site, pay for testing, and recoat surfaces coated with rejected materials. Contractor will be required to remove rejected materials from previously coated surfaces if, on recoating with complying materials, both coatings are incompatible.

B. Contractor shall retain a NACE Level 1 Inspector to ensure proper base preparation, coating products, and applications.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates and conditions, with Applicator present, for compliance with requirements for maximum moisture content and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.

B. Verify suitability of substrates, including surface conditions and compatibility, with finishes and primers. Proceed with coating application only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

1. Application of coating indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

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3.2 PREPARATION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions applicable to substrates and coating systems indicated.

B. Remove hardware, covers, plates, and similar items already in place that are removable and are not to be painted. If removal is impractical or impossible because of size or weight of item, provide surface-applied protection before surface preparation and painting.

1. After completing coating operations, use workers skilled in the trades involved to reinstall items that were removed. Remove surface-applied protection.

C. Clean substrates of substances that could impair bond of coatings, including dust, dirt, oil, grease, and incompatible paints and encapsulants.

1. Remove incompatible primers and reprime substrate with compatible primers or apply tie coat as required to produce coating systems indicated.

D. Steel Substrates: Remove loose rust, loose mill scale, loose shop primer, and other foreign matter. Clean using methods recommended in writing by coating manufacturer but not less than the following:

1. SSPC-SP 5/NACE No. 1.

E. Galvanized Metal Substrates: Remove grease and oil residue from galvanized metal by mechanical methods to produce clean, lightly etched surfaces that promote adhesion of subsequently applied coatings.

F. Aluminum Substrates: Remove loose surface oxidation.

3.3 APPLICATION OF HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATINGS

A. Apply coating system products in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Use applicators and techniques suited for coating and substrate indicated.

2. Coat surfaces behind movable equipment and furniture same as similar exposed surfaces. Before final installation, coat surfaces behind permanently fixed equipment or furniture with prime coat only.

3. Coat backsides of access panels, removable or hinged covers, and similar hinged items to match exposed surfaces.

4. Do not apply coatings over labels of independent testing agencies or equipment name, identification, performance rating, or nomenclature plates.

B. Tint each undercoat a lighter shade to facilitate identification of each coat if multiple coats of the same material are to be applied. Tint undercoats to match color of finish coat but provide sufficient difference in shade of undercoats to distinguish each separate coat.

C. If undercoats or other conditions show through final coat, apply additional coats until

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cured film has a uniform coating finish, color, and appearance.

D. Apply coatings to produce surface films without cloudiness, spotting, holidays, laps, brush marks, runs, sags, ropiness, or other surface imperfections. Produce sharp glass lines and color breaks.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Dry Film Thickness Testing: Owner may engage the services of a qualified testing and inspecting agency to inspect and test coatings for dry film thickness.

1. Touch up and restore coated surfaces damaged by testing.

2. If test results show that dry film thickness of applied coating does not comply with coating manufacturer's written instructions, apply additional coats as needed to provide dry film thickness that complies with coating manufacturer's written instructions.

3. Cost of retesting is Contractor's responsibility.

3.5 CLEANING

A. After completing coating application, clean spattered surfaces. Remove spattered coatings by washing, scraping, or other methods. Do not scratch or damage adjacent finished surfaces.

B. At completion of construction activities of other trades, touch up and restore damaged or defaced coated surfaces.

3.6 PROTECTION

A. Protect work of other trades against damage from coating operation. Correct damage to work of other trades by cleaning, repairing, replacing, and recoating, as approved by Architect, and leave in an undamaged condition.

3.7 EXTERIOR HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATING SCHEDULE, METAL SUBSTRATES

A. Steel Substrates:

1. Epoxy System:

a. Prime Coat: Epoxy, anticorrosive primer.

b. Intermediate Coat: High-build epoxy, low gloss.

c. Topcoat: Epoxy.

1) Gloss Level: Semigloss .

2. Epoxy over Self-Priming Epoxy System:

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a. Prime Coat: High-build epoxy.

b. Intermediate Coat: Epoxy, matching topcoat.

c. Topcoat: Epoxy.

1) Gloss Level: Semigloss .

B. Galvanized Metal Substrates:

1. Epoxy System:

a. Prime Coat: Epoxy, anticorrosive primer.

b. Intermediate Coat: Epoxy, matching topcoat.

c. Topcoat: Epoxy.

1) Gloss Level: Semigloss .

C. Aluminum (Not Anodized or Otherwise Coated) Substrates:

1. Epoxy System:

a. Prime Coat: Vinyl wash primer.

b. Intermediate Coat: Epoxy, matching topcoat.

c. Topcoat: Epoxy.

1) Gloss Level: Semigloss .

D. Stainless Steel Substrates:

1. Epoxy System:

a. Prime Coat: Epoxy, anticorrosive primer.

b. Intermediate Coat: Epoxy, matching topcoat.

c. Topcoat: Epoxy.

1) Gloss Level: Semigloss .

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