Attachment_2_-_Seed_Project_2_-_Boiler_Replacement.pdf

PART I - THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B – SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Solicitation – 1282A718R0005

Seed Project 2 – Boiler Replacement

Blackwell Job Corps Center Laona, WI 54541

Forest County, Wisconsin

Item Method of No. Description Measurement Total

BASE ITEM

001 Boiler Replacement Lump Sum $

BASE ITEMS TOTAL $

OPTIONAL/ADDITIVE ITEM – Subject to the Availability of Funding

002 Pump P-2 Lump Sum $

OPTIONAL/ADDITIVE TOTAL $

BASE AND OPTIONAL/ADDITIVE ITEMS TOTAL $

Lump Sum Quantities: These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

FAR 36.204 Disclosure of the magnitude of construction projects

The Government’s estimate is: Between $100,000 and $250,000

United States Department of Agriculture

Forest Service

Blackwell Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center

March 2018

Dining/Career Prep Boiler Replacement

Contract Documents

AUSD

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BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CCC LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 001500

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BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CCC

LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. List of Contract Drawings:

1. Index of Sheets:

T1.1 Title Sheet G0.1 Legends, General Notes, and Center Map M0.1 Equipment Schedules, Details, and Heating Water Piping

Diagram M1.0 Basement Mechanical Plan M1.1 First Floor Mechanical Plan M2.1 Enlarged Plans E1.1 Basement Electrical Plan

7 Total Plan Sheets in this Contract

B. List of Contract Specifications

1. Index of Specifications

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 001500 List of Drawings and Specifications Section 010150 General Requirements

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

Section 033053 Miscellaneous Cast-In-Place Concrete

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

Section 230500 Common Work Results for HVAC Section 230519 Meters and Gages for HVAC Piping Section 230523 General-Duty Valves for HVAC Piping Section 230529 Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment Section 230548 Vibration and Seismic Controls for HVAC Piping and

Equipment Section 230593 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC Section 230700 HVAC Insulation Section 230900 Instrumentation and Controls for HVAC

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BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CCC LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Section 231123 Natural-Gas Piping Section 232113 Hydronic Piping Section 232230 Hydronic Pumps Section 235100 Breechings, Chimneys, and Stacks Section 235200 Boilers

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

Section 260050 Electrical Materials and Methods

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BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CCC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 010150

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Work for this project requires the contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, miscellaneous items, freight and delivery and all necessary valid licenses and permits to remove and replace the heating hot water boiler; install an additional heating hot water boiler; modify the heating water piping system associated with the boilers; remove and replace heating hot water system pump and associated piping and valves; and test, adjust, and balance, clean, and treat the existing hydronic heating water system.

B. This project is located at the Dining/Career Prep building at the Blackwell Job Corps CCC located at 4155 County Highway H, Laona, Wisconsin.

C. USE OF PREMISES

D. Use of Site: Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

E. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy site and buildings during entire construction period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations.

F. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government and authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

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

1.2 PROJECT SCHEDULING

A. Schedule work to minimize impacts to government and students.

1.3 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Nonsmoking Buildings: Smoking is not permitted within the buildings or within 25 feet (8 m) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

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1.4 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO.

B. Provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.

1.5 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

1.6 PERMITS

A. State Electrical Inspection is required for this project. Obtain permits for electrical work if the State Electrical Inspector requires a permit to do the inspection.

B. Obtain permits for work required by County, State, or Federal laws or regulations.

PART 2 – DEFINITION OF ITEMS AND PAYMENT

2.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section explains what is and what is not included in each pay item; the limits or cut-off points where one item ends and another begins; and basis of payment for work items listed in the Schedule of Items.

B. Payment: For each individual item listed here and in the Schedule of Items, payment shall be full compensation for all work related to the particular item in accordance with these specifications, and as shown on the drawings.

2.2 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. Schedule of Items: The project Schedule of Items includes several sections to organize the work into Base and Optional Items.

1. Provide pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items.

2. Contract award will be made for all Base Items.

3. Optional Items will be awarded based on available project funding.

B. Base Items (BI):

1. Base Item No. 1- Boiler Replacement

a. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to remove, replace, and modify the heating water system including boilers, pumps, piping, DINING/CAREER PREP BOILER REPLACEMENT 010150 – 3 valves, flue modifications, buffer tank, insulation, air elimination devices, hydronic specialties and devices, electrical, controls, and test, adjust, and balance, clean, and treat the new and existing hydronic heating water system.

C. Optional Items: The following are optional items for consideration in a price proposal and included at contract award only if found to be in the Government best interest and if funds are available. Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Government’s best interest, the Government will evaluate offers for award Purpose by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the Requirements.

Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the options. The Contracting Officer may exercise an option by written notice to the contractor within 180 calendar days after award. Any reference to optional items in the specifications or project plans are a reference to optional items in the Schedule of Items.

1. Optional Item No. 1 – Pump P-2

a. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to add Pump P-2 to the heating water system including associated piping, insulation, valves, devices, controls, electrical and testing and balancing the pump.

PART 3 – ACCIDENT PREVENTION

3.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section consists of establishing an effective accident prevention plan and providing a safe environment for personnel and visitors.

3.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention Plan: Before on-site work begins, submit a company approved accident prevention plan. This plan will be posted in the contract file. Design the plan to address Federal, State, and Local Occupational Safety and Health requirements that apply to this project. Notice to proceed will not be made until the plan is received. As a minimum the plan shall include:

1. Name, position title and contact information of company executive responsible for approving the Accident Prevention Plan.

2. Name and contact information of supervisor responsible to carry out the plan.

3. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public, government personnel, and the Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase by reference to specification section or division numbers.

4. Contingency plans for emergency situations such as medical, fire, hazard material spills and other contract assessed hazard prevention and abatement requirement needs that apply to this project.

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B. Certificates: Provide certificates from a mechanic that all mechanical equipment has been inspected and meets OSHA requirements.

C. Submit a copy of test reports, as required by OSHA, for personnel working with hazardous materials.

D. Submit a brief report of safety meetings and of inspections.

E. Upon request, submit proof of employees' qualifications to perform assigned duties in a safe manner.

3.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and Responsibilities" of the General Provisions: In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualifications of Employees: Ensure employees are physically qualified to perform assigned duties in a safe manner.

3.4 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires. Within 7 calendar days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the CO a CA-1 form, which may be obtained from CO.

B. Report accidents to the CO as soon as possible and assist the CO and other officials as required in the documentation and investigation of the accident.

3.5 FIRST AID FACILITIES

A. Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

3.6 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

3.7 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

A. Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

3.8 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

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A. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition.

Clean, sanitize, and repair, as appropriate, personal items before issuing them to another individual.

B. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.9 SAFETY MEETINGS

A. As a minimum, conduct weekly 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite.

3.10 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. The CO will designate a hard hat area. Post the hard hat area in a manner satisfactory to the CO.

B. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary protective equipment at all times. As a minimum, provide two hard hats for use by visitors. Change liners before reissuing hats.

3.11 TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

B. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

PART 4 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

4.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

4.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Contracting Officer’s (CO's) responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require CO's approval.

Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

4.3 PROCEDURES

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A. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Allow 10 working days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

3. Allow 10 working days for processing each re-submittal.

4. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing.

B. 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 2 by 3 inches on label or beside title block to record

Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

3. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. Other necessary identification.

C. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

D. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless CO observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

E. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by CO in connection with construction.

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

G. 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 submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

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H. CO will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

I. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

4.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit four copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

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. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

4.5 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. CO 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 documents on behalf of that entity.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Provide a construction schedule.

C. Cost Breakdown: Following award provide a cost breakdown schedule listing main types of work with associated costs for each bid item.

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PART 5 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

5.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section consists of requirements for temporary facilities and controls, including utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

5.2 UTILITIES

A. Water Service: Use of Government existing water service facilities will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to CO. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

B. Sanitary Facilities: Use of Government sanitary facilities will be permitted, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to CO. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

C. Electric Power and Lighting Service: Use of Government's existing electric power and lighting service will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as equipment is maintained in a condition acceptable to CO.

D. Telephone Service: The Contractor is responsible for providing telephone service deemed necessary for the duration of the construction.

5.3 STORAGE AREAS

A. Coordinate on-site storage requirements with the Contracting Officer.

5.4 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES

A. Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Containerize and clearly label hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste.

5.5 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Locate temporary construction and support facilities for easy access.

5.6 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects. Restrict use of noisemaking tools and equipment to hours that will minimize complaints from persons or firms near Project site.

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B. 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 public of possible hazard. Where appropriate and needed, provide lighting, including flashing red or amber lights.

C. Fire Protection:

1. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations.

2. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire-protection facilities, stairways, and other access routes for firefighting. Prohibit smoking in hazardous fire-exposure areas.

3. Supervise welding operations, combustion-type temporary heating units, and similar sources of fire ignition.

PART 6 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

6.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section consists of general procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General installation of products.

2. Progress cleaning.

3. Protection of installed construction.

4. Correction of the Work.

6.2 EXAMINATION

A. Existing Conditions: Before beginning work, investigate and verify the existence and location of mechanical and electrical systems and other construction affecting the Work.

B. Acceptance of Conditions: Examine areas, and conditions, with Installer. Record observations.

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

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

Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

6.3 PREPARATION

A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly.

B. Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to CO.

Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

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6.4 INSTALLATION

A. General: 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.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products.

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

6.5 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with requirements in NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

3. Containerize hazardous and unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Mark containers appropriately and dispose of legally, according to regulations.

B. Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

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

D. Waste Disposal: Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted.

Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

6.6 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.

6.7 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

1. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

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PART 7 – OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

7.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This Section consists of administrative and procedural requirements for operation and maintenance manuals.

7.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit two manuals in final form at least 15 working days before final inspection.

7.3 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Assemble a complete set of operation and maintenance data indicating the operation and maintenance of each system, subsystem, and piece of equipment not part of a system.

Include operation and maintenance data required in individual Specification Sections and as follows:

1. Operation Data: Include emergency instructions and procedures, system and equipment descriptions, operating procedures, and sequence of operations.

2. Maintenance Data: Include manufacturer's information, list of spare parts, maintenance procedures, maintenance and service schedules for preventive and routine maintenance, and copies of warranties and bonds.

B. Organization: Unless otherwise indicated, organize each manual into a separate section for each system and subsystem, and a separate section for each piece of equipment not part of a system. Each manual shall contain a title page, table of contents, and manual contents.

C. Title Page: Enclose title page in transparent plastic sleeve. Include the following information:

1. Subject matter included in manual.

2. Name and address of Project.

3. Name and address of Job Corps.

4. Date of submittal.

5. Name, address, and telephone number of Contractor.

6. Cross-reference to related systems in other operation and maintenance manuals.

D. Table of Contents: List each product included in manual, identified by product name, indexed to content of volume, and cross-referenced to Specification Section.

E. Manual Contents: Organize into sets of manageable size. Arrange contents alphabetically by system, subsystem, and equipment. If possible, assemble instructions for subsystems, equipment, and components of one system into a single binder.

1. Binders: Heavy-duty, 3-ring, vinyl-covered, loose-leaf binders, in thickness necessary to accommodate contents, sized to hold 8-1/2-by-11-inch paper; with

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clear plastic sleeve on spine to hold label describing contents and with pockets inside covers to hold folded oversize sheets.

a. Identify each binder on front and spine, with printed title "OPERATION

AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL," Project title or name, and subject matter of contents. Indicate volume number for multiple-volume sets.

2. Dividers: Heavy-paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each section. Mark each tab to indicate contents. Include typed list of products and major components of equipment included in the section on each divider, cross-referenced to Specification Section number and title of Project Manual.

3. Protective Plastic Sleeves: Transparent plastic sleeves designed to enclose diagnostic software diskettes for computerized electronic equipment.

4. Drawings: Attach reinforced, punched binder tabs on drawings and bind with text.

a. If oversize drawings are necessary, fold drawings to same size as text pages and use as foldouts.

b. If drawings are too large to be used as foldouts, fold and place drawings in labeled envelopes and bind envelopes in rear of manual. At appropriate locations in manual, insert typewritten pages indicating drawing titles, descriptions of contents, and drawing locations.

F. Content: Include operation and maintenance data required in individual Specification Sections and equipment descriptions, operating standards, operating procedures, operating logs, wiring and control diagrams, and license requirements.

G. Descriptions: Include the following:

1. Product name and model number.

2. Manufacturer's name.

3. Equipment identification with serial number of each component.

4. Equipment function.

5. Operating characteristics.

6. Performance curves.

7. Engineering data and tests.

8. Complete nomenclature and number of replacement parts.

H. Source Information: For each product, list name, address, and telephone number of Installer or supplier.

I. Operating Procedures: Include startup, break-in, and control procedures; stopping and normal shutdown instructions; routine, normal, seasonal, and weekend operating instructions; and required sequences for electric or electronic systems.

J. Systems and Equipment Controls: Describe sequence of operation, and diagram controls as installed.

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K. Maintenance Procedures: For each system, subsystem, and piece of equipment not part of a system, include manufacturers' maintenance documentation, maintenance procedures, maintenance and service schedules, drawings and diagrams for maintenance, nomenclature of parts and components, and recommended spare parts for each component part or piece of equipment.

L. Maintenance and Service Schedules: Include service and lubrication requirements, list of required lubricants for equipment, and separate schedules for preventive and routine maintenance and service with standard time allotment.

M. Warranties and Bonds: Include copies of warranties and bonds and lists of circumstances and conditions that would affect validity of warranties or bonds. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of the Project Manual.

1. Provide heavy paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each separate warranty.

Mark tab to identify the product or installation. Provide a typed description of the product or installation, including the name of the product and the name, address, and telephone number of Installer.

PART 8 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

8.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section consists of administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inspection procedures.

2. Project Record Documents.

3. Final cleaning.

8.2 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: The Date certified by the Contracting Officer when construction is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so the Government can occupy or utilize the Work or designated portion thereof for the use for which it is intended, as expressed in the Contract Documents.

B. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise Contracting Officer (CO) of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, final certifications, and similar documents.

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4. Obtain and submit releases permitting Government unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases.

5. Prepare and submit Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals, Final Completion construction photographs and photographic negatives, and similar final record information.

6. Complete startup testing of systems.

7. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

8. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

C. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

8.3 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

1. Submit certified copy of CO’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

3. Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

8.4 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

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A. Preparation: Submit three copies of list. Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

8.5 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. General: Do not use Project Record Documents for construction purposes. Protect Project Record Documents from deterioration and loss. Provide access to Project Record Documents for CO's reference during normal working hours.

B. Record Drawings: Maintain and submit one set of blue- or black-line white prints of Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings.

1. Mark Record Prints to show the actual installation where installation varies from that shown originally. Require individual or entity who obtained record data, whether individual or entity is Installer, subcontractor, or similar entity, to prepare the marked-up Record Prints.

a. Give particular attention to information on concealed elements that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

b. Record data as soon as possible after obtaining it. Record and check the markup before enclosing concealed installations.

2. Mark record sets with erasable, red-colored pencil. Use other colors to distinguish between changes for different categories of the Work at the same location.

3. Note Construction Change Directive numbers, Change Order numbers, alternate numbers, and similar identification where applicable.

4. Identify and date each Record Drawing; include the designation "PROJECT RECORD DRAWING" in a prominent location. Organize into manageable sets;

bind each set with durable paper cover sheets. Include identification on cover sheets.

8.6 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Provide final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

B. 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.

C. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

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1. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

2. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

3. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

D. Comply with safety standards for cleaning. 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 Project site and dispose of lawfully.

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BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CCC MISCELLANEOUS CAST-IN-PLACE

CONCRETE

SECTION 033053

MISCELLANEOUS CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This specification is for concrete equipment pads.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PREPACKAGED CONCRETE MIX

A. Use prepackaged concrete mix only where any single placement will be not more than one cubic yard.

B. Conform to ASTM C387, Normal Strength Concrete; Normal Weight Concrete.

2.2 JOB-BATCHED CONCRETE

A. Aggregates: Clean, washed materials supplied by a firm regularly engaged in the production of concrete aggregates. Maintain separate stockpiles of sand passing a 3/8-inch sieve and coarse aggregate of 3/4 inch to No. 4 nominal size.

B. Cement: ASTM C150, type II or I.

C. Prepare design mixes, proportioned according to ACI 301 in the following ratio to provide compressive strength (28 days) of 3500 psi:

1. Cement: 3 parts.

2. Sand: 5 parts.

3. Coarse aggregate: 7 parts.

D. Add water to obtain a slump of 3-6 inches. Based on the ratio of dry ingredients of 3- 5-7, the water will be approximately two parts.

E. The relative proportions of sand and coarse aggregate may be adjusted, upon approval of the CO, if necessary to obtain better workability.

2.3 FORMS

A. Steel, Wood, or other suitable material of size and strength to resist movement during concrete placement and to retain horizontal and vertical alignment until removal. Use straight forms, free of distortion and defects.

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B. Coat forms with a non-staining form release agent that will not discolor or deface surface of concrete.

2.4 REINFORCING BARS

A. Deformed steel bars: ASTM A 615, Grade 40.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Mixing of Concrete: Thoroughly mix ingredients. Use mechanical mixer if total quantity to be placed is over 8 cubic feet.

B. Curing: Keep surfaces moist a minimum of 2 days. Acceptable methods include ponding, wet burlap, wet straw or hay, curing paper, plastic sheets, and membrane curing compound. The CO must approve other methods.

C. Repairs and Protection:

1. Repair or replace broken or defective concrete.

2. Protect concrete from damage until acceptance of work.

3.2 CONCRETE PADS

A. Form Construction:

1. Set forms to require grades and lines, rigidly braced and secured.

2. Install sufficient quantity of forms to allow continuous progress of work so that forms can remain in place at least 24 hours after concrete placement.

B. Reinforcement:

1. Clean reinforcement of loose rust and mill scale, earth, ice, and other materials, which reduce or destroy bond with concrete.

2. Install #5 reinforcing bars, 12 inches on center, each way. Locate bars 2 inches clear below top of pad.

a. Arrange, space, and securely tie bars and bar supports to hold reinforcement in position during concrete placement operations.

b. Set wire ties so ends are directed into concrete, not toward exposed concrete surfaces.

C. Concrete Placement:

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1. Ensure forms are free of debris and surfaces are clean, free of frost, ice, mud, and water.

2. Consolidate with mechanical vibrators or hand tampers.

3. Thoroughly work the external surface to bring mortar against the forms to produce a smooth finish, substantially free of air or water pockets or honeycomb.

4. Provide ¾” chamfer along all exposed edges.

D. Concrete Finishing:

1. After striking-off and consolidating concrete, smooth surface with screeding and floating. Use hand methods only where mechanical floating is not possible.

2. Do not remove forms for 24 hours after concrete has been placed.

3. After form removal, clean ends of joints and point-up any minor honeycombed areas.

END OF SECTION 033053

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BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CCC COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

SECTION 230500

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Piping materials and installation instructions common to most piping systems.

2. Dielectric fittings.

3. Identification.

4. Grout.

5. HVAC demolition.

6. Equipment installation.

7. Concrete bases.

1.2 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate shutdown of heating, cooling, and ventilation systems with Contracting Officer.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. As specified in Division 1 Section, “Submittal Procedures.”

1. Submit manufacturer's literature for each type of identification products speci-fied.

2. Welding Certificates.

1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. As specified in Division 1 Section “Closeout Procedures.”

1. Furnish valve schedule for each piping system, type written on 8-1/2-inch x 11-inch bond paper. In tabular format include valve identification number, piping system, location of valve (room name and number), function, and normal posi-tion.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electrical Characteristics for HVAC Equipment: Equipment of higher electrical char-acteristics may be furnished provided such proposed equipment is approved in writing and connecting electrical services, circuit breakers, and conduit sizes are appropriately modified. If minimum energy ratings or efficiencies are specified, equipment shall comply with requirements.

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B. Steel Support Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to AWS D1.1, "Structural Welding Code--Steel."

C. Steel Pipe Welding: Qualify processes and operators according to ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code: Section IX, "Welding and Brazing Qualifications."

D. Comply with provisions in ASME B31 Series, "Code for Pressure Piping."

E. Certify that each welder has passed AWS qualification tests for welding processes in-volved and that certification is current.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 PIPE, TUBE, AND FITTINGS

A. Refer to individual Division 23 piping Sections for pipe, tube, and fitting materials and joining methods.

B. Pipe Threads: ASME B1.20.1 for factory-threaded pipe and pipe fittings.

2.2 JOINING MATERIALS

A. Refer to individual Division 23 piping Sections for special joining materials not listed below.

B. Pipe-Flange Gasket Materials: ASME B16.21, nonmetallic, flat, asbestos-free, 1/8-inch (3.2-mm) maximum thickness unless thickness or specific material is indicated.

C. Solder Filler Metals: ASTM B 32, lead-free alloys. Include water-flushable flux ac-cording to ASTM B 813.

D. Brazing Filler Metals: AWS A5.8, BCuP Series or BAg1, unless otherwise indicated.

E. Welding Filler Metals: Comply with AWS D10.12.

F. Solvent Cements for Joining Plastic Piping:

1. CPVC Piping: ASTM F 493.

2. PVC Piping: ASTM D 2564. Include primer according to ASTM F 656.

2.3 DIELECTRIC FITTINGS

A. Description: Combination fitting of copper alloy and ferrous materials with threaded, solder-joint, plain, or weld-neck end connections that match piping system materials.

B. Insulating Material: Suitable for system fluid, pressure, and temperature.

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C. Dielectric Unions: Factory-fabricated, union assembly, for 250-psig (1725-kPa) min-imum working pressure at 180 deg F (82 deg C).

D. Dielectric Flanges: Factory-fabricated, companion-flange assembly, for 150- or 300-psig (1035- or 2070-kPa) minimum working pressure as required to suit system pres-sures.

E. Dielectric Couplings: Galvanized-steel coupling with inert and noncorrosive, thermo-plastic lining; threaded ends; and 300-psig (2070-kPa) minimum working pressure at 225 deg F (107 deg C).

F. Dielectric Nipples: Electroplated steel nipple with inert and noncorrosive, thermo-plastic lining; plain, threaded, or grooved ends; and 300-psig (2070-kPa) minimum working pressure at 225 deg F (107 deg C).

2.4 IDENTIFICATION

A. Valve tags: Engraved anodized aluminum or engraved plastic tag.

1. Size: 2-inch diameter.

2. Fasteners: Metal chain.

B. Pipe Labels: General Requirements for Manufactured Pipe Labels: Preprinted, color-coded, with lettering indicating service, and showing flow direction.

1. Pretensioned Pipe Labels: Precoiled, semirigid plastic formed to cover full cir-cumference of pipe and to attach to pipe without fasteners or adhesive.

2. Self-Adhesive Pipe Labels: Printed plastic with contact-type, permanent-adhesive backing.

3. Pipe Label Contents: Include identification of piping service using same desig-nations or abbreviations as used on Drawings, pipe size, and an arrow indicating flow direction.

a. Flow-Direction Arrows: Integral with piping system service lettering to accommodate both directions, or as separate unit on each pipe label to in-dicate flow direction.

b. Lettering Size: At least 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) high.

2.5 GROUT

A. Description: ASTM C 1107, Grade B, nonshrink and nonmetallic, dry hydraulic-cement grout.

1. Characteristics: Post-hardening, volume-adjusting, nonstaining, noncorrosive, nongaseous, and recommended for interior and exterior applications.

2. Design Mix: 5000-psi (34.5-MPa), 28-day compressive strength.

3. Packaging: Premixed and factory packaged.

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PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 HVAC DEMOLITION

A. Disconnect, demolish, and remove HVAC systems, equipment, piping, and compo-nents indicated to be removed.

1. Piping to Be Removed: Remove portion of piping or ducts indicated to be re-moved and cap remaining piping or duct with same or compatible material.

2. Equipment to Be Removed: Disconnect and cap services. Remove equipment.

3. Equipment to Be Removed and Reinstalled: Disconnect and cap services. Re-move, clean, and store equipment; when appropriate, reinstall, reconnect, and make equipment operational.

B. If piping insulation, or equipment to remain is damaged in appearance or is unservice-able, remove damaged or unserviceable portions and replace with new products of equal capacity and quality.

C. Repair adjacent construction and finishes damaged during demolition and extension work.

D. Extend existing installations using materials and methods as specified.

E. Removed piping equipment, etc. become the property of the Contractor unless otherwise noted.

F. Remove, relocate, and extend existing installations to accommodate new construction.

3.2 PIPING SYSTEMS - COMMON REQUIREMENTS

A. Install piping according to the following requirements and Division 23 Sections speci-fying piping systems.

B. Drawing plans, schematics, and diagrams indicate general location and arrangement of piping systems. Indicated locations and arrangements were used to size pipe and cal-culate friction loss, expansion, pump sizing, and other design considerations. Install piping as indicated unless deviations to layout are approved on Coordination Draw-ings.

C. Install piping indicated to be exposed and piping in equipment rooms and service areas at right angles or parallel to building walls. Diagonal runs are prohibited unless spe-cifically indicated otherwise.

D. Install piping to permit valve servicing.

E. Install piping at indicated slopes.

F. Install piping free of sags and bends.

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G. Install fittings for changes in direction and branch connections.

H. Install piping to allow application of insulation.

I. Select system components with pressure rating equal to or greater than system operat-ing pressure.

3.3 PIPING JOINT CONSTRUCTION

A. Join pipe and fittings according to the following requirements and Division 23 Sec-tions specifying piping systems.

B. Ream ends of pipes and tubes and remove burrs. Bevel plain ends of steel pipe.

C. Remove scale, slag, dirt, and debris from inside and outside of pipe and fittings before assembly.

D. Soldered Joints: Apply ASTM B 813, water-flushable flux, unless otherwise indicat-ed, to tube end. Construct joints according to ASTM B 828 or CDA's "Copper Tube Handbook," using lead-free solder alloy complying with ASTM B 32.

E. Threaded Joints: Thread pipe with tapered pipe threads according to ASME B1.20.1.

Cut threads full and clean using sharp dies. Ream threaded pipe ends to remove burrs and restore full ID. Join pipe fittings and valves as follows:

1. Apply appropriate tape or thread compound to external pipe threads unless dry seal threading is specified.

2. Damaged Threads: Do not use pipe or pipe fittings with threads that are corrod-ed or damaged. Do not use pipe sections that have cracked or open welds.

F. Welded Joints: Construct joints according to AWS D10.12, using qualified processes and welding operators according to Part 1 "Quality Assurance" Article.

G. Flanged Joints: Select appropriate gasket material, size, type, and thickness for ser-vice application. Install gasket concentrically positioned. Use suitable lubricants on bolt threads.

3.4 PIPING CONNECTIONS

A. Make connections according to the following, unless otherwise indicated:

1. Install unions, in piping NPS 2 and smaller, adjacent to each valve and at final connection to each piece of equipment.

2. Install flanges, in piping NPS 2-1/2 (DN 65) and larger, adjacent to flanged valves and at final connection to each piece of equipment.

3. Wet Piping Systems: Install dielectric coupling and nipple fittings to connect piping materials of dissimilar metals.

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3.5 IDENTIFICATION

A. Clean piping surfaces of substances that could impair bond of identification devices, including dirt, oil, grease, release agents, and incompatible primers, paints, and encap-sulants.

B. Valve Label Installation: Label valves, cocks, and control devices in new piping sys-tems. Exclude check valves and valves within factory fabricated equipment. List each tagged valve in valve schedule.

C. Pipe Label Installation: Install pipe labels on new piping. Locate pipe labels in equipment rooms as follows:

1. Near each valve and control device.

2. Near each branch connection, excluding short takeoffs for fixtures and terminal units. Where flow pattern is not obvious, mark each pipe at branch.

3. Near penetrations through walls, floors, ceilings, and inaccessible enclosures.

4. At access doors and similar access points that permit view of concealed piping.

5. Near major equipment items and other points of origination and termination.

6. Spaced at maximum intervals…