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GREAT ONYX JOB CORPS CCC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 010150

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

AMENDED 9/28/2020

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, utilities, miscellaneous items, freight and delivery and all necessary valid licenses for the work summarized as follows:

1. Demolition and rehabilitation of eight restrooms in two Dormitories, including, but not limited to, removal of floor/wall tile; and installation of new wall tile, epoxy flooring, new countertops, lavatories, and plumbing fixtures. Optional items include replacement of water closets (toilets) and urinals.

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at the Great Onyx Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center located 100 miles from Louisville, Kentucky. The center is located within Mammoth Cave National Park. The address is 3115 Ollie Ridge Road, Mammoth Cave, KY. Driving instructions can be obtained from the Center by calling 270-286-4514.

1.3 PROJECT SCHEDULING

A. Work hours for this project are between 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

1.4 POINT OF CONTACT

Center Point of Contact:

Emmanuel Lawler, emmanual.m.lawler@usda.gov, 270-286-1028

1.5 USE OF PREMISES

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

B. Government will partially occupy site and buildings during entire construction period.

The contractor may work on up to 2 restrooms at the same time, within the same building. All work in those 2 restrooms must be completed before work can begin in the next 2 restrooms. Students will occupy the sleeping rooms within the dormitories, but will not occupy the restrooms while the contractor is working on them. 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.

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C. Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and entrances to buildings 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.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

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

1.7 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

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

B. Base Items (BI):

1. Base Item No. 1- Remove Tile

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum Quantity. All furnishings, fixture, and accessory removal and replacement (e.g. partitions, fixtures, grab bars, lighting, etc.) is incidental to the work and will not be measured separately.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to remove floor and wall tile from CMU walls and concrete floors.

2. Base Item No. 2- Install Wall Tile furnishings, fixture, and accessory removal and replacement (e.g. partitions, fixtures, lighting, grab bars etc.) is incidental to the work and will not be measured separately.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to prepare surface and install wall tile.

3. Base Item No. 3- Install Epoxy Floor and Base furnishings, fixture, and accessory removal and replacement (e.g. partitions, fixtures, lighting, grab bars etc.) is incidental to the work and will not be measured separately.

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b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to prepare surface and install epoxy flooring and integral 4” high base.

4. Base Item No. 4 – Remove and Replace Countertops, Lavatories, and fixtures

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to remove and replace laminate countertops, lavatories, faucets and all associated accessories..

5. Base Item No. 5 – Shower Valve Replacement

a. Measurement: This item is measured as an Actual Quantity.

b. Payment: The contract price for Each as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, demolition, labor and incidentals to remove existing and install new shower valves.

6. Base Item No. 6 – ADA Compliant Shower Kit Replacement

b. Payment: The contract price for Each as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, demolition, labor and incidentals to remove existing and install new ADA compliant shower kits.

C. Optional Items (OI):

1. Optional Item No. 7 – Water Closet Replacement

b. Payment: The contract price for Each as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, demolition, labor and incidentals to install new water closets.

2. Optional Item No. 8 – Urinal Replacement

b. Payment: The contract price for Each as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, demolition, labor and incidentals to install new urinals.

PART 2 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

2.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Government approval.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Government approval. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

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2.2 PROCEDURES

A. Contractor Responsibilities

1. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents.

2. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

3. Include the following information on label or cover sheet 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. Date of Contractor’s approval.

i. Statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved by the Contractor for compliance with the Contract Documents.

4. The Government will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval and will return them without action.

5. Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless the Contracting Officer (CO) observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

6. Only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by Government are to be used for construction.

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

B. Processing Time: Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Government will review initial submittal within 10 working days.

Additional time may be needed 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. Resubmittals: If resubmittal is necessary, it will be processed in same timeframe as initial submittal.

2.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Action Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated at the end of this subsection.

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

Electronic submission of PDFs is an acceptable alternative to paper submission.

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B. Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

2. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's product specifications.

b. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

c. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

d. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

e. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Required Action Submittals

1. Product Data: Identified in Technical Specifications.

2.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated at the end of this subsection.

1. Submit one copy of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will not return copy. Electronic submission of PDFs is an acceptable alternative to paper submission.

2. Provide a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification.

B. Required Informational Submittals:

1. Construction Schedule

PART 3 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

3.1 USE OF UTILITIES

A. Utilities: Use of Government existing facilities will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in an acceptable condition. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use. The following are available for use by the contractor: water, and electrical power services. The following are not available: telephone service.

3.2 SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Sanitary facilitiesare not available for use by the Contractor.

3.3 STAGING AREAS

A. Coordinate on-site staging and storage requirements with the Center Point of Contact or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

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3.4 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.

3.5 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. Environmental Protection: Contractor shall 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.

B. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with the national or state Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for erecting structurally adequate barricades, paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs/lights to inform personnel and public of possible hazard.

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 4 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

4.1 EXAMINATION

A. Before beginning work, examine areas and document existing conditions. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

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

C. 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.

4.2 INSTALLATION

A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation to fit with existing construction.

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B. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

C. Install per manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.

4.3 PROGRESS CLEANING

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

1. Comply with NFPA 241 requirements 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).

B. Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted. Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

4.4 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work does not get damaged or deteriorated prior to Substantial Completion.

4.5 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.

PART 5 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

5.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: The Date certified by the CO 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 the 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.

5. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Government. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

6. Complete startup testing of systems.

7. Submit changeover information related to Government occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

8. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

9. 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.

5.2 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.

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5.3 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Preparation: Submit two 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.

5.4 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:

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. Remove waste materials from Project site and dispose of lawfully.

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