SOW-Bowling Green KY-Bldg 008-Repair Boiler and Assoc Piping.pdf

United States Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service

STATEMENT OF WORK

Building 008: Repair Boiler and Associated Piping

Food Animal Environmental Systems Research (FAESR)

USDA-ARS, Bowling Green, KY

DATE: November 30, 2022

Food Animal Environmental Systems Research USDA-ARS, Bowling Green, KY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Scope of Work Description

Attachments Material Approval Submittal form Schedule of Material Submittals Recently Replaced Component Form AD-107 form

General Notes and Standard Requirements

Photographs of Existing Installations

Project Specifications:

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 32 00 Construction Progress Documentation 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01 73 00 Execution 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures

Existing Drawings:

M-101 Level 1 Floor Plan – Mechanical M-102 Mezzanine Level Floor Plan – Mechanical M-401 Mechanical Legend & Details M-402 Mechanical Control Schematics M-601 Mechanical Schedules / Details

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Scope of Work Description

Food Animal Environmental Systems Research

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Scope of Work Description:

1. Project Location: Headhouse / Greenhouse

USDA-ARS-Food Animal Environmental Systems Research (FAESR) 230 Bennett Lane Bowling Green, KY 42104

Main Location of Facility USDA-ARS-Food Animal Environmental Systems Research (FAESR) 2413 Nashville Road B-5 Bowling Green, KY 42101

2. Point of Contact at Location: Jerri Hills

270-781-2260 ext 228 jerri.hills@usda.gov

3. MWA EPM: Wayne Myers

(309)-681-6124 wayne.myers@usda.gov

4. Interested parties are strongly encouraged to visit the site of the proposed work and review the existing conditions there relating to construction and labor, and to be fully informed as to the facilities involved, and the difficulties and restrictions that may affect the performance of the Contract. Failure to visit the site will not disqualify those submitting a proposal. However, change order requests for items that could have been reasonably ascertainable from a site visit (and included in a proposal) will be reviewed by the CO and evaluated accordingly.

5. The scope of the project shall be, generally, repairing facility’s boiler unit B1A, and repairing portions of associated hot water piping system to provide properly operating mechanical equipment as originally intended. The repairs shall be in accordance with this Statement of Work and the FAR Solicitation and Contract clauses that are identified in the complete Solicitation package. This Statement of Work (SOW) shall consist of this “Scope of Work Description”, Attachments, General Notes and Standard Requirements, Photographs of Existing Installations, Project Specifications and Existing Drawings.

A. The repairs shall be performed in a neat, workmanlike manner to provide code-compliant, complete, properly functioning installation.

B. Contractor shall be responsible for all project waste including hauling away, directing waste to recycle, and legally disposing of remaining waste. See Project Specifications for additional information on requirements for directing waste to recycle.

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C. The project shall include a Base Bid only.

Base Bid: Providing repairs to boiler unit B1A and associated piping as described below and in accordance with this Statement of Work.

6. After project award, the Contractor shall confirm all existing conditions and dimensions prior to proceeding with any project activities; identify all existing conditions that may impact the work; and alert the CO and EPM immediately if conditions are discovered that differ from the SOW. Contractor shall point out discrepancies between work identified in this SOW and actual field-verified conditions--if they exist, prior to performing work.

7. Photographs of the existing installations are provided in the project’s solicitation package. The Contractor may use the photographs as a reference / resource in developing their bid / proposal.

8. Period of performance shall be as indicated in the Contract Documents and begins after Notice to Proceed is issued by CO.

9. Submittals including product data shall be submitted as indicated in the Project

Specifications. See “Schedule of Material Submittals” for required submittals.

Submittals shall be reviewed by the Government for general conformance with the Contract Documents. Markings for comments and approval of the submittals by USDA shall not be construed as releasing the Contractor from compliance with the specified requirements.

Use ARS submittal/transmittal form included with this SOW for each submittal.

All submittals shall be distributed to and reviewed by the Government prior to commencing work at the site. Purchase of materials prior to submittal approvals are at the Contractor’s risk.

See Project Specifications for requirements on documenting Contractor’s effort in diverting waste to recycle.

10. See Project Specifications for requirements on construction progress documentation including, but not limited to: daily reports, construction schedule(s), etc.

Daily reports documenting construction activities shall include workers present, weather conditions, differing site conditions encountered, etc.

Photographs of construction activities and conditions shall be taken daily and shall be submitted with daily reports. Daily reports shall be submitted on daily basis to project personnel as indicated in Project Specifications.

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11. The Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, transportation, utilities, supervision, *safety equipment, and incidentals for all elements of the work to provide a complete and properly functioning installation in accordance with this Statement of Work. The installation shall be ready for use by Final Completion date.

* Note: Contractor is solely responsible for safety measures and conformance to applicable requirements in accordance with FAR clauses referenced in Solicitation package.

Contractor shall provide all means and methods to protect the facility and its installations from all project activities, including protecting the facility from environmental elements as the improvements are completed.

12. Contractor shall coordinate all work activities with the Owner prior to beginning any work. All work shall be scheduled in a manner such that ongoing research is not jeopardized, and facility’s ongoing day-to day operations are not affected negatively, including air quality.

Project shall be left broom-clean at the end of each workday.

During pre-construction meeting, Contractor shall verify all parking, security, and health requirements with the USDA staff.

13. Applicable Codes and Standards:

Current State of Kentucky Building Codes.

All current Bowling Green, KY local codes.

Most recent International Building Codes.

14. Base Bid – General Information:

A. The facility is served by two boiler units (B1A and B1B). Each boiler unit is a natural gas fired, modular, condensing, hot water boiler rated for 757,000 BTU/hr with five thermal modules and total turndown ratio of 16:1.

Serial number for Boiler 1A is 757-09-0159, see photographs.

Serial number for Boiler 1B is 757-09-0157, see photographs.

See existing mechanical drawings (Sheet M-101, M-102, M-401, M-

402, and M-601) for additional information on the existing installations.

15. Base Bid – Repairs to Boiler(s):

A. Contractor shall provide all materials and components needed for the indicated repairs of boiler(s). All materials and components furnished for the repairs shall be 100% compatible with the existing boiler and shall be approved for use by the boiler manufacturer. Contractor shall provide a material approval submittal of product data (cut sheets) on all materials and components needed for the indicated repairs. Product data sheets shall be clearly marked to indicate the specific model, size, capacities, and performance characteristics of the material / component. See Note 9 for additional information.

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B. At boiler unit B1A, Contractor shall perform the following repairs:

Remove faulty exhaust motor and gasket on Burner #2 and replace with new.

Remove water inlet and outlet manifold seals and replace with new.

Remove faulty ignition transformer on Burner #2 and replace with new.

Remove faulty burner control board at Burner #3, Burner #4, and Burner

#5 (one control board for each burner, total of three control boards).

16. Base Bid – Repairs to Associated Piping Systems of Boiler(s):

A. Contractor shall provide all materials and components needed for the indicated repairs of associated piping systems. All piping materials and components furnished for the repairs shall match existing in size and type.

B. Contractor shall remove existing pipe insulation that is damaged and shall remove existing pipe insulation as needed to access the leaking piping system.

Contractor shall install new pipe insulation as needed to restore pipe insulation system to its original intended installation. New pipe insulation shall match existing in type, size, and thickness.

C. Contractor shall coordinate with Owner the exact location of piping components and sections that need repaired prior to starting improvements. Contractor’s proposal shall be based on performing the following repairs:

Remove two (2) leaking 2” Victaulic couplings and gaskets and replace with new.

Remove five (5) 2-1/2” leaking Victaulic couplings and gaskets and replace with new.

Remove one (1) leaking 2-1/2” Victaulic valve and replace with new.

Remove one (1) leaking threaded union and replace with new.

17. Base Bid – Boiler Start-up, Testing, and Demonstration:

A. After repairs are completed, Contractor shall provide start-up of boiler unit B1A.

Start-up procedures shall be in accordance with boiler manufacturer’s written instructions, requirements, and recommendations. Contractor shall test boiler unit for proper operation.

Coordinate with Owner, attempt to place load on the boiler unit and confirm that all thermal modules are staged / activated as intended by a properly operating boiler unit.

B. Contractor shall coordinate with Owner and provide demonstration of properly operating boiler unit to designated Government personnel.

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Attachments

Notes:

1. The following attachments follow:

a. Material Approval Submittal form

b. Schedule of Material Submittals

c. Recently Replaced Component form

d. AD-107 form

2. Regarding “Material Approval Submittal” form; Contractor shall complete and include this form on each material submittal provided in this project. See “Schedule of Material Submittals” for additional information.

3. Regarding “Schedule of Material Submittals”; schedule indicates a listing of material and information submittals required in the project.

4. Regarding “Recently Replaced Component Form”; Contractor shall complete (with Government assistance) this form and submit to the Government as part of project closeout.

5. Regarding “AD-107” form; Contractor shall complete (with Government assistance) this form and submit to the Government as part of project closeout.

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United States Department of Agriculture

Report of Transfer or Other Disposition or Construction of Property

Report No.

Date

3. Proceeds Received

1. Type of Transaction (Report each type separately)

Transfer Sale Trade In Donation

Construction Rehab As-Is

2. Authorization Reference

4. Reporting Agency 5. Receiving Agency (Or Name of Purchaser or Donee)

A. Organizational Unit

B. Location

C. Signature

D. Title

A. Organizational Unit (Or Address of Purchaser)

B. Location

C. Signature

D. Title E. Date

6. Property Items

Quantity (Or Prop. No.)

Item Description (Give Full Details Including Serial Numbers, If Any, and Condition Code)

Inventory Value

Certifications of Property and Fiscal Officers

7. Property Officer: This transaction is completed and the necessary entries have been made to adjust the property records proceeds, if any, are to be deposited to:

Signature Date

8. Fiscal Officer

The sum indicated below has been received in payment for the property disposed of.

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B. The necessary entries have been made to adjust the accounting records.

Amount Schedule No.

Signature Date

Form AD-107 (11/89)This form was electronically produced by USDA/ARS/OCIO/EASB.

E. Date

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General Notes and Standard Requirements

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General Notes and Requirements

General Notes:

1. The furnishing and installation of all improvements indicated shall be complete in every respect, properly operating and ready for use. All work shall be coordinated and scheduled to avoid disrupting and jeopardizing ongoing research. Coordinate access to space with COR or Location Coordinator designated by CO.

2. The performance of renovations and improvements shall be coordinated and scheduled to avoid disrupting and jeopardizing ongoing research.

a. Contractor shall coordinate with COR or Location Coordinator designated by

CO any orderly shutdown of scientific equipment, machines and computer equipment as needed for the performance of the contracted work.

b. Contractor shall coordinate with COR or Location Coordinator designated by CO any moving of scientific equipment, machines and computer equipment as needed for the performance of the contracted work.

3. When renovations and improvements are performed within an Owner-occupied space; adequate protection of sensitive equipment, machines and computers shall be implemented.

4. Contractor shall utilize appropriate personal protection equipment (PPE) during the performance of the Work.

5. New and renovated installations shall be labeled in accordance with ANSI standards.

6. Contractor shall provide final cleaning of project area, see specifications for additional information. Final cleaning shall be to a “broom swept” quality.

Standard Requirements – Miscellaneous Installations:

1. Where strut channel is installed, strut channel shall be galvanized type that is sized appropriately for the application. Protective cap on each end of strut channel run shall be included in the installation.

2. Where new penetration or opening of a wall, ceiling or floor occurs during the performance of renovation and/or improvement; the penetration/opening shall be closed and sealed using material and in manner to restore originally intended fire rating (i.e. opening shall be fire caulked).

Standard Requirements – Demolition:

1. When demolished material is accumulated during the performance of renovations and improvements; demolished material shall be removed and legally disposed.

See specifications for additional information regarding diverting project waste to recycle.

2. Where existing installation becomes abandoned during the performance of a renovation and/or improvement and this existing installation is readily accessible (i.e. exposed installation or above accessible suspended ceiling); the existing installation shall be removed.

3. Removal of existing installation(s) shall include the removal of associated mounting hardware and patching holes from hardware removal.

Photographs of Existing Installations

Photographs

General Notes:

1. The Contactor may use the photographs shown below as a reference / resource in developing their bid / proposal. The Contractor shall confirm all existing conditions prior to proceeding with any project activities.

Photograph 1: View of two boiler units B1A and B1B.

Photograph 2: View of south exterior elevation of Digester Shelter

Photograph 3: View of nameplate data on boiler unit B1B.

Project Specifications

01 32 00 - 1 Construction Progress Documentation

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 32 00 – CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract including other Division 01 Specification Sections apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Daily construction reports.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures" for submitting schedules and reports.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Submit size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period. Submit via email.

1. Submit a working electronic copy of schedule in “pdf” format and labeled to comply with requirements for submittals. Include type of schedule (initial or updated) and date on label.

B. Construction Schedule Updating Reports: Submit upon request by Owner.

C. Daily Construction Reports: Submit at daily / weekly intervals as indicated.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Scheduling Qualifications: Contractor shall have the capability of updated construction schedule within 24 hours.

B. Contractor’s Construction Schedule: The Contractor shall secure time commitments for performing construction activities from his subcontractors and suppliers. The Contractor shall prepare a combined construction schedule for the entire project. The schedule shall be a comprehensive, integrated, and fully developed.

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1.5 REPORTS

A. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report recording events at Project site.

An electronic copy (pdf format) of the daily reports shall be submitted daily to the COR/EPM.

A copy of the daily reports shall be sent weekly to the CO along with certified payrolls (coordinate submission requirements with CO). The daily construction report must be dated and signed and should including the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. High and low temperatures and general weather conditions.

3. Accidents.

4. Stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses.

5. Meter readings and similar recordings.

6. Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction.

7. Services connected and disconnected.

8. Equipment or system tests and startups.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: Upon request by Owner, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities.

B. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to CO/ACO/COR/EPM.

END OF SECTION 01 32 00

01 33 00 - 1 Submittal Procedures

01 33 00 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract including other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Material Approved Submittal” form

C. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Schedule of Materials Submittals” form.

D. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Recently Replaced Component” form.

E. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “AD-107” form.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Submittals: Written and graphic information.

B. Portable Document Format (pdf): An open standard file format licensed by Adobe Systems used for representing documents in a device-independent and display resolution-independent fixed-layout document format.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Format:

1. Arrange the following information in a tabular format:

a. Name of subcontractor if applicable.

b. Description of the Work covered.

1.5 SUBMITTAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

01 33 00 - 2 Submittal Procedures

B. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals. Time for review shall commence on Owner's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to permit the processing of submittals, including re-submittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow calendar 15 days for initial review of each submittal.

2. Re-submittal Review: Allow calendar 15 days for review of each re-submittal.

C. Electronic Submittals: All submittals shall be submitted electronically in “pdf” format, via email. Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. Transmittal Form for Electronic Submittals: Format acceptable to Government, containing the following information:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name of Contractor.

d. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

e. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

D. Identify features, accessories and finishes requiring selection by CO/ACO/COR/ EPM.

E. Use for Construction: Retain complete approved copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from CO/ACO/COR/ EPM.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Submittal Procedure Requirements: Prepare and transmit submittals for material and products proposed for the project.

1. Submit via email with electronic submittal files attached.

2. Manufacturers / products that are submitted as “Approved Equal” are reviewed during the submittal / shop drawing process and not prior to bidding. Contractor shall be responsible for submitting information to show equivalence. Determination by CO/ACO/COR/EPM on equivalence is final.

3. Each submittal shall include a completed “Material Approval Submittal” form. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for this form.

B. Include one hard copy of each approved shop drawing in the Operations and Maintenance Manual submitted to the Government during Closeout Procedures.

C. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. Mark each submittal to show which products (manufacturer, model, type, size, options, etc.) are proposed.

01 33 00 - 3 Submittal Procedures

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to

CO/ACO/COR/ EPM.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

3.2 CO/COR ACTION

A. General: CO/ACO/COR/EPM will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

B. Submittals: CO/ACO/COR/EPM will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or modifications required, and return it. CO/ACO/COR/EPM will provide notation on each submittal to indicate the appropriate determination from their review:

1. Reviewed - Approved with No Exceptions Noted.

2. Reviewed - Approved with Notes - Make Corrections Noted

3. Reviewed - Revise and Resubmit.

4. Reviewed - Rejected.

3.3 REQUIRED SHOP DRAWINGS AND PRODUCT DATA

A. See individual specification sections and Drawings.

END OF SECTION 01 33 00

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Temporary Facilities and Controls

01 50 00 – Temporary Facilities and Controls

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

1.2 USE CHARGES

A. Water Service from Existing System: Water from Government's existing water system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

B. Electric Power Service from Existing System: Electric power from Government's existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electric Service: Comply with NECA, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service. Install service to comply with NFPA 70.

B. Tests and Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to test and inspect each temporary utility before use. Contractor to obtain required certifications and permits.

C. Accessible Temporary Egress: Comply with applicable provisions in ICC/ANSI A117.1 and OSHA regulations and standards.

1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Contractor to assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 EQUIPMENT

A. Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; with class and extinguishing agent as required by locations and classes of fire exposures.

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3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required by progress of the Work.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Connect to existing service.

1. Arrange with COR for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary facilities.

B. Water Service: Connect to Government's existing water service facilities.

C. Sanitary Facilities: Contractor shall furnish toilets, wash facilities, and drinking water at the facility for use of construction personnel.

D. Telephone Service: Provide superintendent with cellular telephone for use.

E. Electric Power Service: Connect to Government's existing electric power service.

F. While Contractor is using existing installations for temporary facility purposes; Contractor shall maintain existing installations in condition acceptable to the Government. At Substantial Completion, Contractor shall restore existing installations used for temporary facilities to their original, properly operating condition prior to its initial use.

3.3 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Maintain access for fire-fighting equipment and access to fire hydrants.

B. Parking: Use designated areas of Government's existing parking areas for construction personnel.

C. Waste Disposal Facilities: Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Waste Disposal: Contractor shall divert project waste to recycle where practical. The Contractor shall track and document the amount of project waste diverted to recycle. The Contractor shall submit diversion documentation as part of project closeout. If no project waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical.

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3.4 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Protection of Existing Facilities: Protect existing vegetation, equipment, structures, utilities, and other installations and improvements at Project site and on adjacent properties, except those indicated to be removed or altered. Repair damage to existing facilities.

B. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction as required to comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

C. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Provide and maintain all safeguards in accordance with OSHA regulations and standards and to provide adequate protection to pedestrians and building occupants. Comply with OSHA requirements for erecting structurally adequate barricades, including warning signs and lighting.

D. Temporary Egress: Maintain temporary egress from existing occupied facilities as required by

OSHA.

E. Temporary Fire Protection: Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities of types needed to protect against reasonably predictable and controllable fire losses, comply with

NFPA 241.

3.5 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

A. Supervision: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. To minimize waste and abuse, limit availability of temporary facilities to essential and intended uses.

B. Maintenance: Maintain facilities in good operating condition until removal.

C. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended or no later than Substantial Completion. Restore permanent construction that may have been disturbed due to the temporary facility. Repair damaged Work, clean exposed surfaces, and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

END OF SECTION 01 50 00

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01 73 00 – 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 of the Work.

2. Cutting and patching.

3. Progress cleaning.

4. Protection of installed construction.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

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

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

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Cutting and Patching: Cut and patch elements in a manner that will not change:

1. Load-carrying capacity or increase deflection.

2. Reduce their capacity to perform as intended.

3. Increase maintenance.

4. Decrease operational life or safety.

5. Reduce building’s aesthetic qualities.

B. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Obtain and maintain on-site manufacturer's written recommendations and instructions for installation of products and equipment.

C. All phases of the Work shall be executed while maintaining full compliance with applicable EPA regulations and OSHA standards including, but not limited to, 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction and 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General: Comply with requirements specified in other Sections and Drawings.

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

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 for all other conditions affecting installation and performance. If conditions detrimental to that installation and performance are identified, submit report to CO/COR/EPM. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly. Verify dimensions of existing conditions and related Work elements before fabrication.

B. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items.

C. Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents caused by differing field conditions outside the control of Contractor, submit a request for information to CO/COR/EPM according to requirements in Contract.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment, elevation, and 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. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in applications indicated.

C. Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading.

D. Tools and Equipment: Do not use tools or equipment that produce harmful noise levels (85 db or greater) to the public or Government staff without prior approval by COR / COTR.

E. 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.

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

F. Joints: Make joints of uniform width. Arrange joints for the best visual effect. Fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints.

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G. Hazardous Materials: Use products, cleaners, and installation materials that are not considered hazardous.

3.4 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Cutting and Patching, General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching.

B. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair 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.

E. Cutting: Cut in-place construction using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction.

F. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations. Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as practicable.

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

3.5 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Maintain clean Project site and work areas, free of waste materials and debris.

Dispose of materials lawfully.

B. Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to 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.

3.6 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.

END OF SECTION 01 73 00

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Closeout Procedures

01 77 00 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Final completion procedures.

2. Submission of Documentation on Diverting Project Waste to Recycle

3. Warranties.

4. Final cleaning.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Execution" for progress cleaning of Project site.

1.2 FINAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. Submittals Prior to Final Completion:

1. Submit project record documents in accordance with Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.3.

2. Submit Documentation on Diverting Project Waste to recycle in accordance with

Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.4.

3. Submit Project Warranties in accordance with Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.5.

B. Final Site Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection. On receipt of request, CO/ACO/COR/EPM will either proceed with site inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements.

1.3 SUBMISSION OF PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Submit electronic copy (scan) of project record documents along with three (3) hard copies of project record documents to the CO/ACO/COR/EPM.

1.4 SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENTATION ON DIVERTING PROJECT WASTE TO RECYCLE

A. See Section 01 50 00 for additional information.

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B. The Contractor shall submit documentation on the amount of project waste diverted to recycle as part of project closeout. Contractor shall submit the type and amount of waste that was diverted to recycle, present information in a clear, typewritten format. If no project waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical. Submit this documentation in accordance with the procedures indicated in Section 01 33 00.

1.5 SUBMITTAL OF PROJECT WARRANTIES

A. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of Project Manual. Submit electronic copy of the warranty manual along with three (3) hard copies of warranty manual to the CO/ACO/COR/EPM. Hard copy of the warranty manual shall be a bound and indexed three ring binder containing written warranties for equipment/products furnished under the contract with a complete listing of such equipment/products.

1. The equipment/products warranty list shall:

a. Identify the product / equipment.

b. Include the duration of the warranty

c. Indicate the start date of the warranty

d. Indicate the ending date of the warranty

e. List the point of contact and contact information (name, address and telephone number) for fulfillment of the warranty.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. 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.

3.1 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain, at project site, one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the Work:

1. Statement of Work document.

2. Addenda.

4. Change Orders and other modifications to the Contract.

5. Approved shop drawings, product data, and samples.

6. Manufacturer's instruction for assembly, installation, and adjusting.

B. Ensure entries are complete and accurate, enabling future reference by Government.

C. Store record documents separate from documents used for construction.

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D. Record information concurrent with construction progress.

E. Legibly mark to record actual construction.

3.2 WARRANTIES

A. Verify that documents are in proper form, contain full information.

B. Retain warranties until time specified for submittal.

3.3 CLEANUP

A. Provide final cleaning in accordance with ASTM E 1971. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the site.

END OF SECTION 01 77 00