Attachment_1_-_Specifications.pdf

ALDO LEOPOLD WILDERNESS RESEARCH

INSTITUTE (ALWRI)

ROOF REPLACEMENT AND SOLAR PV

INSTALL

SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 010150 General Requirements

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

Section 061053 Misc Rough Carpentry

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 070150 Preparation for Re-roofing

Section 072100 Thermal Insulation

Section 075323 EPDM Roofing

Section 076200 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

Section 260500 Electrical Materials and Methods Section 263100 Photovoltaic System

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 design, provide, and install photovoltaic systems.

B. This project is located at USDA Forest Service Aldo Leopold Wilderness Research

Institute (ALWRI) at 790 E. Beckwith, Missoula, MT

1.1 USE OF PREMISES

A. 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.

B. 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.

C. 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.

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.

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.

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

1. Base Item No. 1- Building Roof Replacement

a. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to remove existing roof, dispose debris offsite, prep surface and parapet walls, install new insulation, new mechanically fastened roof system; including, pipe boots, curbs for mechanical equipment, and walk-pads. Ensure coordination with Solar PV installation supports.

2. Base Item No. 2- Building PV System

a. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to design, provide, and install photovoltaic system; including, associated racks, supports, equipment, panels, and electrical.

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.

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 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Accidents: Report accidents immediately to the CO and assist the CO and other officials as required in the investigation and documentation of the accident.

3.4 FIRST AID FACILITIES

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

3.5 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

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

3.6 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

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

3.7 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

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.

3.8 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.

3.9 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. Designate and post a hard hat area.

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.

3.10 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

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.

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.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale in electronic format. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

e. Wiring diagrams: Differentiate between manufacturer installed and field installed wiring. Show field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control wiring.

f. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

D. Requests for Information (RFI’s): Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, prepare and submit an RFI in electronic form.

1. RFI’s submitted by entities other than the Contractor shall not be accepted.

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

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

b. Project number.

c. Date.

d. Name of Contractor.

e. Name of Contracting Officer.

f. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

g. RFI subject.

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

i. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

j. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

k. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's solution(s) impacts the

Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

l. Contractor's signature.

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

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

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

4. CO's Action: CO will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond.

Allow seven (7) working days for CO's response for each RFI. RFIs received by CO after 1:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

a. CO's action may include a request for additional information, in which case

CO's time for response will date from time of receipt of additional information.

b. CO's action on RFIs that may result in a change to the Contract Time or the Contract Sum may be eligible for Contractor to submit Change Proposal according to Contracting Section "Contract Modification Procedures."

1) If Contractor believes the RFI response warrants change in the Contract

Time or the Contract Sum, notify CO in writing within 10 days of receipt of the RFI response.

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

6. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number. Submit log weekly. Include the following:

b. Name and address of Contractor.

c. Name and address of Contracting Officer.

d. RFI number including RFIs that were dropped and not submitted.

e. RFI description.

f. Date the RFI was submitted.

g. Date CO's response was received.

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

Directive, and Proposal Request, as appropriate.

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

Request, as appropriate.

E. Contractor Quality Control Submittals: Provide Quality Control submittals, including design data, certifications, manufacturer's instructions, manufacturer's field reports, and other quality-control submittals as required under other Sections of the Specifications.

1. Certifications: Where other Sections of the Specifications require certification that a product, material or installation complies with specified requirements, submit a notarized certification from the manufacturer certifying compliance with specified requirements.

a. Signature: Signed by an officer of the manufacturer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of the company.

2. Inspection and Test Reports: As required under other Sections of the Specifications.

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: Within ten calendar days after date of Notice to

Proceed, submit a detailed construction schedule.

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

4.6 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. General: This section includes preparation and submittal of Construction Schedules.

B. Procedures:

1. Within ten calendar days after date of Notice to Proceed, submit a detailed

Construction Schedule setting forth requirements for complete execution of the work.

a. Include a written summary narrative to explain basis of approach to work.

2. With each Progress Payment Request, submit an Updated Construction Schedule reflecting work progress to the end of the Progress Payment Request period. On each Updated Construction Schedule indicate:

a. Actual start dates for work items started during the report period.

b. The percent complete on activities that have actual start dates.

c. Actual completion dates for work items completed during report period.

d. Estimated remaining duration for work items in progress.

e. Estimated start dates for work items scheduled to start during month following report period.

f. Changes in duration of work items.

3. Prepare construction Schedule to complete the Work within the contract time requirement.

C. Reviews: The government will review and return the initial Construction Schedule submittal and subsequent schedules with comments. If revisions are noted or required, make revisions based upon comments and resubmit the Schedule.

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.

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 (RFI) to CO. Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

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.

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. Date of submittal.

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

5. 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 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.

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.

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. 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)

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:

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.

END OF SECTION 010150

SECTION 061053 -

MISCELLANEOUS

ROUGH CARPENTRY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Framing with dimension lumber.

2. Rooftop equipment bases and support curbs.

3. Wood blocking, cants, and nailers.

4. Wood furring.

5. Wood sleepers.

6. Plywood backing panels.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of process and factory-fabricated product. Indicate component materials and dimensions and include construction and application details.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Evaluation Reports: For the following, from ICC-ES:

1. Preservative-treated wood.

2. Fire-retardant-treated wood.

3. Power-driven fasteners.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 WOOD PRODUCTS, GENERAL

A. Lumber: DOC PS 20 and applicable rules of grading agencies indicated. If no grading agency is indicated, provide lumber that complies with the applicable rules of any rules-writing agency certified by the ALSC Board of Review. Provide lumber graded by an agency certified by the ALSC Board of Review to inspect and grade lumber under the rules indicated.

1. Factory mark each piece of lumber with grade stamp of grading agency.

2. For exposed lumber indicated to receive a stained or natural finish, mark grade stamp on end or back of each piece or omit grade stamp and provide certificates of grade compliance issued by grading agency.

3. Provide dressed lumber, S4S, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Maximum Moisture Content of Lumber: 19 percent unless otherwise indicated.

2.2 WOOD-PRESERVATIVE-TREATED MATERIALS

A. Preservative Treatment by Pressure Process: AWPA U1; Use Category UC for interior construction not in contact with the ground, Use Category UC3b for exterior construction not in contact with the ground, and Use Category UC4a for items in contact with the ground.

1. Preservative Chemicals: Acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and containing no arsenic or chromium. Do not use inorganic boron (SBX) for sill plates.

B. Kiln-dry lumber after treatment to a maximum moisture content of 19 percent. Do not use material that is warped or does not comply with requirements for untreated material.

C. Mark lumber with treatment quality mark of an inspection agency approved by the ALSC Board of Review.

D. Application: Treat items indicated on Drawings, and the following:

1. Wood cants, nailers, curbs, equipment support bases, blocking, stripping, and similar members in connection with roofing, flashing, vapor barriers, and waterproofing.

2. Wood sills, sleepers, blocking, furring, stripping, and similar concealed members in contact with masonry or concrete.

3. Wood framing and furring attached directly to the interior of below-grade exterior masonry or concrete walls.

4. Wood framing members that are less than 18 inches (460 mm) above the ground in crawl spaces or unexcavated areas.

5. Wood floor plates that are installed over concrete slabs-on-grade.

2.3 DIMENSION LUMBER FRAMING

A. Non-Load-Bearing Interior Partitions: Select or No. 2.

B. Other Framing: Select or No. 2 the following species:

1. Hem-fir (north); NLGA.

2. Southern pine; SPIB.

3. Douglas fir-larch; WCLIB or WWPA.

4. Mixed southern pine; SPIB.

5. Spruce-pine-fir; NLGA.

6. Douglas fir-south; WWPA.

7. Hem-fir; WCLIB or WWPA.

8. Douglas fir-larch (north); NLGA.

9. Spruce-pine-fir (south); NeLMA, WCLIB, or WWPA.

2.4 MISCELLANEOUS LUMBER

A. General: Provide miscellaneous lumber indicated and lumber for support or attachment of other construction, including the following:

1. Blocking.

2. Nailers.

3. Rooftop equipment bases and support curbs.

4. Cants.

5. Furring.

6. Grounds.

7. Utility shelving.

B. For items of dimension lumber size, provide Select or No. 2 grade lumber of any species.

C. For concealed boards, provide lumber with 19 percent maximum moisture content and any of the following species and grades:

1. Mixed southern pine, No. 2 grade; SPIB.

2. Eastern softwoods, No. 2 Common grade; NELMA.

3. Northern species, No. 2 Common grade; NLGA.

4. Western woods, No. 2 Common grade; WCLIB or WWPA.

2.5 PLYWOOD BACKING PANELS

A. Equipment Backing Panels: DOC PS 1, Exterior, AC, fire-retardant treated, in thickness indicated or, if not indicated, not less than 1/2-inch (13-mm)nominal thickness.

2.6 FASTENERS

A. General: Provide fasteners of size and type indicated that comply with requirements specified in this article for material and manufacture.

1. Where carpentry is exposed to weather, in ground contact, pressure-preservative treated, or in area of high relative humidity, provide fasteners with hot-dip zinc coating complying with ASTM A 153/A 153M

B. Power-Driven Fasteners: NES NER-272.

C. Screws for Fastening to Metal Framing: ASTM C 1002 length as recommended by screw manufacturer for material being fastened.

2.7 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Flexible Flashing: Self-adhesive butyl rubber compound, bonded to a high-density polyethylene film, aluminum foil, or spunbonded polyolefin to produce an overall thickness of not less than

0.025 inch (0.6 mm).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Set carpentry to required levels and lines, with members plumb, true to line, cut, and fitted. Fit carpentry to other construction; scribe and cope as needed for accurate fit.

B. Where wood-preservative-treated lumber is installed adjacent to metal decking, install continuous flexible flashing separator between wood and metal decking.

C. Framing Standard: Comply with AF&PA's WCD 1, "Details for Conventional Wood Frame Construction," unless otherwise indicated.

D. Install plywood backing panels by fastening to studs; coordinate locations with utilities requiring backing panels. Install fire-retardant treated plywood backing panels with classification marking of testing agency exposed to view.

E. Do not splice structural members between supports unless otherwise indicated.

F. Comply with AWPA M4 for applying field treatment to cut surfaces of preservative-treated lumber.

G. Securely attach carpentry work to substrate by anchoring and fastening as indicated, complying with the following:

1. NES NER-272 for power-driven fasteners.

2. Table 2304.9.1, "Fastening Schedule," in ICC's International Building Code.

3. Table R602.3(1), "Fastener Schedule for Structural Members," and Table R602.3(2), "Alternate Attachments," in ICC's International Residential Code for One- and Two-Family Dwellings.

3.2 PROTECTION

A. Protect wood that has been treated with inorganic boron (SBX) from weather. If, despite protection, inorganic boron-treated wood becomes wet, apply EPA-registered borate treatment.

Apply borate solution by spraying to comply with EPA-registered label.

END OF SECTION 061053

SECTION 070150 - PREPARATION FOR REROOFING

PART 4 - GENERAL

4.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Full tear-off of roof.

2. Removal of flashings.

4.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Roofing Terminology: Definitions in ASTM D 1079 and glossary of NRCA's "The NRCA Roofing and Waterproofing Manual" apply to work of this Section.

B. Full Roof Tear-Off: Removal of existing roofing system from deck.

4.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

4.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Photographs or Videotape: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements, including exterior and interior finish surfaces that might be misconstrued as having been damaged by reroofing operations. Submit before Work begins.

4.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Reroofing Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

4.6 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Owner will occupy portions of building immediately below reroofing area. Conduct reroofing so Owner's operations are not disrupted. Provide Owner with not less than 72 hours' notice of activities that may affect Owner's operations.

1. Coordinate work activities daily with Owner so Owner can place protective dust and water-leakage covers over sensitive equipment and furnishings, shut down HVAC and fire-alarm or -detection equipment if needed, and evacuate occupants from below work area.

2. Before working over structurally impaired areas of deck, notify Owner to evacuate occupants from below affected area. Verify that occupants below work area have been evacuated before proceeding with work over impaired deck area.

B. Protect building to be reroofed, adjacent buildings, walkways, site improvements, exterior plantings, and landscaping from damage or soiling from reroofing operations.

C. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

D. Limit construction loads on roof to working material. All material must be at ground level.

E. Weather Limitations: Proceed with reroofing preparation only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit Work to proceed without water entering existing roofing system or building.

PART 5 - PRODUCTS

5.1 INFILL AND REPLACEMENT MATERIALS

A. Use infill materials matching existing roofing system materials unless otherwise indicated.

5.2 COVER BOARDS

A. Cover Board: ASTM C 1177/C 1177M, glass-mat, water-resistant gypsum substrate; 1/2 inch, factory primed.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by the following:

a. Georgia-Pacific Building Products, Dens-Deck.

B. Fasteners: Factory-coated steel fasteners, No. 12 or No. 14, and metal or plastic plates listed in FM Global's "Approval Guide," designed for fastening cover boards to deck and acceptable to new roofing system manufacturer.

5.3 AUXILIARY REROOFING MATERIALS

A. General: Use auxiliary reroofing preparation materials recommended by roofing system manufacturer for intended use and compatible with components of existing and new roofing system.

PART 6 - EXECUTION

6.1 PREPARATION

A. Shut off rooftop utilities and service piping before beginning the Work.

B. Coordinate with Owner to shut down air-intake equipment in the vicinity of the Work. Cover air-intake louvers before proceeding with reroofing work that could affect indoor air quality or activate smoke detectors in the ductwork.

C. Maintain roof drains in functioning condition to ensure roof drainage at end of each workday.

Prevent debris from entering or blocking roof drains and conductors. Use roof-drain plugs specifically designed for this purpose. Remove roof-drain plugs at end of each workday, when no work is taking place, or when rain is forecast.

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6.2 ROOF TEAR-OFF

A. General: Notify Owner each day of extent of roof tear-off proposed for that day and obtain authorization to proceed.

B. Membrane Full Roof Tear-Off: Remove existing roofing and other roofing system components down to the existing Dens-Deck cover board.

1. Remove mechanical fasteners used for existing roof membrane from deck.

6.3 DECK PREPARATION

A. Inspect deck after tear-off of roofing system.

B. If broken or loose fasteners that secure deck panels to one another or to structure are observed, or if deck appears or feels inadequately attached, immediately notify Contracting Officer. Do not proceed with installation until directed by Contracting Officer.

C. If deck surface is unsuitable for receiving new roofing or if structural integrity of deck is suspect, immediately notify Contracting Officer. Do not proceed with installation until directed by Contracting Officer.

6.4 INFILL MATERIALS INSTALLATION

A. Immediately after roof tear-off, and inspection and repair, if needed, of deck, fill in tear-off areas to match existing roofing system construction.

B. Install new roofing patch over roof infill area. If new roofing is installed the same day tear-off is made, roofing patch is not required.

6.5 COVER BOARD PREPARATION

A. Remove blisters, ridges, buckles, and other substrate irregularities from existing roofing that inhibit new cover boards from conforming to substrate.

1. Broom clean existing substrate.

2. Verify that existing substrate is dry before proceeding with installation of cover boards.

Spot check substrates with an electrical capacitance moisture-detection meter.

3. Remove materials that are wet or damp.

6.6 BASE FLASHING REMOVAL

A. Remove existing base flashings. Clean substrates of contaminants, such as asphalt, sheet materials, dirt, and debris.

B. Do not damage metal counterflashings that are to remain. Replace metal counterflashings damaged during removal with counterflashings specified in Section 076200 "Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim."

C. Remove existing parapet sheathing and replace with new parapet sheathing to comply with Section 061600 "Sheathing." If parapet framing, wood blocking, curbs, or nailers have deteriorated, immediately notify Architect.

D. When directed by Contracting Officer, replace parapet framing, wood blocking, curbs, and nailers to comply with Section 061053 Miscellaneous Rough Carpentry."

6.7 COVER BOARD INSTALLATION

A. Install cover boards with long joints in continuous straight lines and end joints staggered between rows. Loosely butt cover boards together and fasten to deck.

1. Tape joints of cover boards if required by roofing manufacturer.

B. Fasten cover boards to resist wind-uplift pressure at corners, perimeter, and field of roof specified in Section 075323 "Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer (EPDM) Roofing."

6.8 DISPOSAL

A. Collect demolished materials and place in containers. Promptly dispose of demolished materials.

Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site.

B. Transport and legally dispose of demolished materials off Owner's property.

END OF SECTION 070150

SECTION 072100 - THERMAL INSULATION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Glass-fiber blanket.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Product test reports.

B. Research reports.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GLASS-FIBER BLANKET

A. Glass-Fiber Blanket, Unfaced: ASTM C 665, Type I; with maximum flame-spread and smokedeveloped indexes of 25 and 50, respectively, per ASTM E 84; passing ASTM E 136 for combustion characteristics.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. CertainTeed Corporation.

b. Johns Manville; a Berkshire Hathaway company.

c. Knauf Insulation.

d. Owens Corning.

2.2 ACCESSORIES

A. Insulation for Miscellaneous Voids:

1. Spray Polyurethane…