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95100% SPECIFICATIONS

Task Order No.: 1291S8-19-F0026

USDA FOREST SERVICE

SBNF – Mountaintop Ranger District Office and Big Bear Discovery Center Consolidation

Prepared by:

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95100% SPECIFICATIONS

SBNF–MOUNTAINTOP RANGER DISTRICT OFFICE

BIG BEAR DISCOVERY CENTER CONSOLIDATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 40 PROJECT COORDINATION

01 06 00 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS GENERAL

01 10 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

01 23 00 ALTERNATES

01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

01 35 20 INDOOR AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT

01 40 10 QUANTITY MEASUREMENT

01 42 16 DEFINITIONS AND REFERENCE STANDARDS

01 43 39 BUILDING MOCK-UPS

01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 57 23 TEMPORARY STORM WATER POLLUTION CONTROL

01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 70 00 EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

01 84 19 ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

01 90 00 MOBILIZATION

01 91 13 COMMISSIONING

DIVISION 02 EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 19 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 CONCRETE

03 10 00 CONCRETE FORMWORK

03 21 00 REINFORCING STEEL

03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 MASONRY

04 05 00 MORTAR AND GROUT

04 22 00 CONCRETE UNIT MASONRY

DIVISION 05 METAL

05 12 00 STRUCTURAL STEEL

05 50 00 METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 06 WOODS, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY

06 13 00 HEAVY TIMBER CONSTRUCTION

06 40 23 INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK

06 41 00 ARCHITECTURAL WOOD CASEWORK

06 60 00 SOLID SURFACE FABRICATIONS

06 64 00 FIBER REINFORCED PANELS

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DIVISION 07 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 00 THERMAL INSULATION

07 26 00 TOPICAL VAPOR CONTROL BARRIER

07 62 00 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

07 72 00 ROOF ACCESSORIES

07 84 00 FIRE STOPPING

07 92 00 JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 08 OPENINGS

08 11 13 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

08 14 16 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

08 41 13 ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONT SYSTEMS

08 51 13 ALUMINUM WINDOWS

08 63 00 SKYLIGHTS

08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE

08 80 00 GLAZING

DIVISION 09 FINISHES

09 29 00 GYPSUM BOARD

09 30 00 TILE

09 51 1300 ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS

09 54 26 LINEAR WOOD CEILINGS

09 61 43 WATER VAPOR EMISSIONS TESTING

09 65 13 RESILIENT BASE

09 65 16 RESILIENT SHEET FLOORING

09 65 19 RESILIENT TILE FLOORING

09 68 13 TILE CARPETING

09 83 19 ACOUSTICAL WALL PANELS

09 84 13 SUSPENDED ACOUSTIC PANELS AND BAFFLES

09 91 00 PAINTING

DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES

10 14 00 IDENTIFYING DEVICES

10 21 13 TOILET COMPARTMENTS

10 28 13 TOILET ACCESSORIES

10 44 00 FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALTIES

10 51 00 LOCKERS

10 56 26.13 MOBILE STORAGE SHELVING UNITS

DIVISION 12 FURNISHINGS

12 21 23 ROLL-DOWN BLINDS

12 51 00 OFFICE FURNITURE

12 59 00 SYSTEMS FURNITURE

DIVISION 14 CONVEYING EQUIPMENT (NOT USED)

DIVISION 21 FIRE SUPRESSION

21 01 10 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF FIRE-SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

21 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 05 13 COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION EQUIPMENT

21 05 23 GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR WATER BASED FORE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

21 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

21 05 48 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

AND PIPING EQUIPMENT

21 07 00 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS INSULATION

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21 07 16 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS EQUIPMENT INSULATION

21 07 19 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS PIPING INSULATION

21 13 13 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

21 13 16 DRY PIPE PRE-ACTION SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

DIVISION 22 PLUMBING

22 01 00 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PLUMBING

22 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

22 05 13 COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR PLUMBING EQUIPMENT

22 05 23 GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING

22 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

22 05 48 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

22 07 00 PLUMBING INSULATION GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

22 07 19 PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION

22 11 00 FACILITY WATER DISTRIBUTION

22 11 16 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

22 11 19 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 13 00 FACILITY SANITARY SEWERAGE

22 13 16 SANITARY WASTE AND VENT

22 13 19 SANITARY WASTE PIPING SPECIALITIES

22 40 00 PLUMBING FIXTURES

DIVISION 23 HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 01 00 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF HVAC SYSTEMS

23 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

23 05 13 COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC

23 05 19 METERS AND GAUGES FOR HVAC PIPING

23 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 05 30 HANGERS AND SUPPORT FOR HVAC DUCTWORK

23 05 48 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 05 93 TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING

23 07 00 HVAC INSULATION

23 07 13 DUCT INSULATION

23 07 16 HVAC EQUIPMENT INSULATION

23 07 19 HVAC PIPING INSULATION

23 08 00 COMMISSIONING OF HVAC SYSTEM

23 09 00 INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL DEVICES FOR HVAC

23 11 23 FACILITY NATURAL GAS

23 23 00 REFRIGERANT PIPING

23 31 13 METAL DUCTS

23 31 16 NONMETAL DUCTS

23 33 13 DAMPERS

23 33 43 FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS

23 33 53 DUCT LINER

DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

26 01 00 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF ELECTRICAL WORK

26 05 02 SUPPORTING FORM BUILDING STRUCTURE

26 05 05 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION FOR ELECTRICAL WORK

26 05 19 LV ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 05 26 GROUNDING & BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

26 05 32 J-HOOKS

26 05 34 CONDUITS

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26 05 37 BOXES

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

26 08 01 FIELDSD TEST AND OPERATIONALS CHECKTEST

26 09 23 LIGHTING CONTROL

26 27 16 ELECTRICAL CABINETS AND ENCLOSURES

26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES

26 28 12 TVSS

26 28 13 FUSES

26 28 18 ENCLOSED SWITCHES

26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING

26 51 02 OCCUPANCY SENSORS

26 56 00 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 00 00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS WIRING SYSTEM

DIVISION 28 ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 13 00 ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM

28 31 00 FIRE DECTECTION AND ALARM

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

31 00 00 EARTHWORK

31 11 00 CLEARING AND GRUBBING

31 23 00 EXCAVATION AND FILL

31 32 11 SOIL SURFACE EROSION CONTROL

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 01 13 BITUMINOUS SEALS

32 01 90 TREE AND PLANT PROTECTION

32 01 13 BITUMINOUS SEALS

32 11 16 SUBBASES FOR FLEXIBLE PAVING

32 11 23 AGGREGATE AND/OR GRADED-CRUSHED AGGREGATE BASE COURSE

32 12 10 BITUMINOUS TACK AND PRIME COATS

32 12 17 HOT MIX BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT

32 16 13 CONCRETE SIDEWALKS, WALKWAYS AND CURBS AND GUTTERS

32 16 15 CONCRETE BLOCK PAVEMENTS

32 17 23 PAVEMENT MARKINGS

32 31 00 ELECTRIC GATE OPERATORS

32 33 00 SITE FURNISHINGS

DIVISION 33 UTILITIES

33 40 00 STORM DRAINAGE UTILITIES

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SECTION 01 00 40

PROJECT COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SCOPE

A. This Section specifies administrative and supervisory requirements necessary for Project coordination including, but not necessarily limited to:

1. Coordination.

2. Contractor's personnel.

3. General installation provisions.

4. Cleaning and protection.

1.02 COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction activities included under various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different Sections of the Specifications that are dependent upon each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Where installation of one part of the Work is dependent on installation of other components, either before or after its own installation, schedule construction activities in the sequence required to obtain the best results.

2. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to assure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service and repair.

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

B. Conservation: Coordinate construction activities to ensure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare and submit coordination Drawings where close and careful coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated off-site by separate entities, and where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

1. Indicate required installation sequences.

2. Comply with requirements contained in Section "01 30 00 Administrative Requirements."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL INSTALLATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which Work is to be performed. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

B. Manufacturer's Instructions: Comply with manufacturer's installation instructions and recommendations, to the extent that those instructions and recommendations are more explicit or stringent than requirements contained in Contract Documents.

C. Inspect materials or equipment immediately upon delivery and again prior to installation. Reject damaged and defective items.

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D. Provide attachment and connection devices and methods necessary for securing Work. Secure Work true to line and level. Allow for expansion and building movement.

E. Visual Effects: Provide uniform joint widths in exposed Work. Arrange joints in exposed Work to obtain the best visual effect. Refer questionable choices to the Contracting Officer for final decision.

F. Recheck measurements and dimensions, before starting each installation.

G. Install each component during weather conditions and Project status that will ensure the best possible results. Isolate each part of the completed construction from incompatible material as necessary to prevent deterioration.

H. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests, to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

I. Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, install individual components at standard mounting heights recognized within the industry for the particular application indicated.

Refer questionable mounting height decisions to the Contracting Officer for final decision.

3.02 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

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

B. Clean and maintain completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

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SECTION 01 06 00

REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS GENERAL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SCOPE

A. This section describes the codes and standards which apply to the work in this contract.

Additional codes and standard may be cited in sections to which they apply.

1.02 CODES AND STANDARDS

A. The following codes and standards shall apply to the work in this contract:

1. The following are the Codes to be used for the project. The Contractor shall use the latest adopted building code. In the case of conflicting codes the most stringent Code shall apply.

a. National Electric Safety Code.

b. International Fire Code with County of Los Angeles amendments.

c. International Building Code.

d. Uniform Mechanical Code.

e. ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1, Energy Standard For Buildings Except Low Rise

Residential Buildings.

f. Uniform Plumbing Code.

g. NFPA 101.

h. NFPA 13: Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

i. Cal/OSHA Construction and Electrical Safety Orders including updates.

j. Stormwater Management for Federal Facilities under Section 438 of the Energy

Independence and Security Act to obtain a 2009- 0009-DWQ Construction general permit, Effective start July 1, 2010.

k. American with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines, July 3, 2004.

l. State of California Codes:

1) California Building Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 2 (First Printing) includes Supplements thru

Jan 09.

2) California Existing Building Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 10 (First Printing).

3) California Energy Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 6 (First Printing)‚ includes Supplements thru

January 10.

4) California Administrative Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 1 (First Printing)‚ includes

Supplements thru Januarfy 10.

5) California Referenced Standards Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 12 (First Printing).

6) California Administrative Code, Title 24, (First Printing) including Supplements thru

January 10.

7) Construction General Permit, State Water Quality Board.

2. Other Federal Requirements:

a. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

b. The Forest Service prepared and submitted Environmental Assessment documentation.

Through compliance with section 106 in prior undertakings, the agency has evaluated the structures within the complex. In consultation with the California Office of Historic Preservation, it has been determined, by consensus, that no historic properties are located in the APE for the current undertaking. The Environmental Assessment Document was issued and a Decision Notice Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact was filed.

c. EPA's Final Guidance on Environmentally Preferable Purchasing.

d. EPA's Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines for recovered content.

e. USDA's BioPreferred Program.

f. ENERGY STAR® & DOE Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP)

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g. Product Efficiency Recommendations.

h. Energy Policy Act of 2005 and the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, Section 483, Storm water Requirements.

B. Unless otherwise specified in this contract, reference to a specific standard or specification shall mean the latest edition or amendment in affect on the date of the invitation to bid.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Administrative Authority as used in the Uniform Mechanical Code, the Uniform Plumbing Code and the National Electrical Code will be the Contracting Officer.

B. Building Official as used in the Uniform Fire Code, International Building Code Standards will be the Contracting Officer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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SECTION 01 10 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. This project consists of the remodel of the existing Big Bear Discovery Center building (13,792 total square feet) to provide office space for 44 district employees and 10 cooperators within the existing footprint, while still retaining visitor and interpretive functions within the building. The primary building remodel area consists of approximately 6,600 sf of the northern part of the building, with some minor remodeling in other areas of the building. Building remodel work includes: removal and reconstruction of interior partition walls, modifications or replacement of existing building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire sprinklers, data/phone), interior and exterior lighting, removal and installation of suspended ceilings, installation of acoustical treatments, installation of skylights, supply and installation of modular work stations and high-density storage system (alternative bid item), installation of new exterior wall openings (windows, doors), removal and installation of flooring (carpet, tile), installation of casework and lockers, installation of restroom facilities, painting, and all other miscellaneous items shown on the contract drawings and schedule of items.

B. Other site work includes: installation of a timber shade structure, installation of a fiber optic communication line from the BBDC to the adjacent Ranger Station, installation of accessible pathways, installation of split-rail fencing and signs, replacement of pavement markings, and all other miscellaneous items shown on the contract drawings and schedule of items. Site work alternative bid items include: (1) rehabilitation and expansion of the existing parking lot and (2) demolition of two trailers at the adjacent Ranger Station.

1.02 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. General: During the construction period the Contractor will have full access to all construction areas. The existing Buildings and compound will continue to be used by USFS personnel and shall remain accessible to USFS staff throughout the course of construction. Contractor storage areas are to be approved by the CO prior to the start of construction.

B. If overnight camping by the Contractor’s personnel is desired, it is to be requested and approved by the Contracting Officer prior to bid.

C. Provide access to and from site as required by law and by the Government:

1. Emergency Building Exits During Construction: Keep all exits required by code open during construction period; provide temporary exit signs if exit routes are temporarily altered.

2. Do not obstruct roadways, sidewalks, or other public ways without permit.

D. Sanitation: Sanitation facilities are to be provided by Contractor.

E. Utilities: Utilities: Water is available and may be used by the Contractor’s personnel.

Electrical power is available at the construction site

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES

A. All work performed shall comply with health, safety and fire codes, OSHA regulations, and/or applicable regulations established by local, county and state codes.

B. Refer to Project Requirements for a list of requirements.

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SECTION 01 23 00

ALTERNATES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. There are three Alternativeadditive Bbid Iitems included in the Bid Form Schedule for this project.

These additive Alternative bid Bid items Items are further described herein. Contractor’s prices for each item shall include all materials, transportation, labor, equipment, overhead, profit, bonds and other applicable costs. Government reserves the right to award additive Alternative bid Bid items Items within up to 90 calendar days after award of contract and to award additive Alternative bid Bid items Items individually, and/or in any order.

Additive Alternative Bid Item #A1: Modular Furniture/High-Density Storage

Under the Base Bid, all systems furniture, office cubicles and loose furniture will be furnished and installed by the government. Contractor shall provide all power, telephone and data rough-in and final connections. Contractor shall coordinate and receive all related materials deliveries and coordinate/cooperate with government materials installers in the execution of the government’s furniture installation.

Under the Base Bid, the government will furnish and install the high density storage system in Room 109. Contractor shall coordinate and receive all related materials deliveries and coordinate/cooperate with government materials installers in the execution of the government’s storage system installation.

Under Additive Alternative Bid Item #A1, Contractor shall furnish and install all systems furniture, office cubicles and loose furniture shown in the contract documents, in addition to providing all power, telephone and data rough-in and final connections, in accordance with all provisions of the contract documents (cleaning, protection, warranties, etc.). Reference Drawing ID 1.1, and specification sections 12 51 00 and 12 59 00.

Under Additive Alternative Bid Item #A1, Contractor shall furnish and install the high density storage system, complete, in Room 109. Reference Spec Section 10 56 26.13 – MOBILE STORAGE SHELVING UNITS, in accordance with all provisions of the contract documents (cleaning, protection, warranties, etc.).

Additive Alternative Bid Item #A2: RV Parking/Pavement Rehabilitation

Under Additive Alternative Bid Item #A2, Contractor shall provide all Work included in Additive Bid Items list shown on Drawing C1.0, including all items 1-610, complete, in accordance with the contract documents. Note list of Base Bid Items included on Drawing C1.0.

Additive Alternative Bid Item #A3: Trailer Demolition

Under Additive Alternative Bid Item #A3, Contractor shall provide all Work required to demolish and remove two existing modular office trailers as shown on Off-Site Demolition drawing on Drawing D1.0.

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SECTION 01 30 00

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Preconstruction meeting.

B. Pre-installation conferences.

C. Progress meetings.

D. Request for Information (RFI).

E. Progress photographs.

F. Coordination drawings.

G. Submittals for review, information, and project closeout.

H. Number of copies of submittals.

I. Submittal procedures.

J. Layout of work.

K. Field engineering.

1.02 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01 23 00 – Alternates.

B. Section 01 40 00 – Quality Requirements.

C. Section 01 60 00 – Product Requirements.

D. Section 01 70 00 – Execution and Closeout Requirements: Additional coordination requirements.

E. Section 01 78 00 – Closeout Submittals: Project record documents.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Coordination Drawings: Show relationship and integration of different construction elements that require careful coordination during fabrication or installation to fit in space provided or to function as intended.

B. Product Data: Printed information, such as manufacturer’s installation instructions, catalog cuts, standard color charts, roughing-in diagrams and templates, standard wiring diagrams, and performance curves.

C. Samples: Partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components, cuts or containers of material, color range sets, and swatches showing color, texture, and pattern.

D. Field Samples: Full-sized physical examples erected on-site to illustrate finishes, coatings, or finish materials to establish standard which The Work will be judged.

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E. Mockups: Full-size assemblies for review of construction, coordination, testing, or operation; they are not Samples that will be used to establish standard by which the Work will be judged.

F. Contracting Officer (CO) and/or Contracting Officers Representative (COR): Representative of the Government or his/her designee.

1.04 PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Cooperate with the CO in allocation of mobilization areas of site; for field offices and sheds, for access, traffic, and parking facilities.

B. Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of The Work.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components.

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

3. Coordinate storage or staging areas for all trades.

C. During construction, coordinate use of site and facilities through the CO.

D. Comply with CO’s procedures for intra-project communications; submittals, reports and records, schedules, coordination drawings, and recommendations; and resolution of ambiguities and conflicts.

E. Comply with instructions of the CO’s for use of temporary utilities and construction facilities.

F. Administrative Procedures:

1. Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and assure orderly progress of Work.

2. Administrative activities include, but are not limited to:

3. Preparation of Schedules.

4. Installation of temporary facilities.

5. Delivery and processing of submittals.

6. Progress meetings.

7. Project closeout activities.

G. Make the following types of submittals to Contracting Officer.

1. Requests for interpretation.

2. Requests for substitution.

3. Shop drawings, product data, and samples.

4. Test and inspection reports.

5. Design data.

6. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

7. Applications for payment and change order requests.

8. Progress schedules.

9. Coordination drawings.

10. Closeout submittals.

H. Staff Names: Within 15 days of commencement of construction operations, submit a list of Contractor’s principal staff assignments, including superintendent and other personnel involved in daily Project activities to the CO.

I. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and attendance at meetings.

J. Conservation: Coordinate construction operations to assure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 SPECIFIED PRODUCTS

A. The specifications included in this prospectus are intended to provide an understanding of the quality of workmanship, performance and materials to be incorporated into the project. The specification sections provided are not all inclusive of the work to be performed on the project. If other materials and means and methods of construction are proposed, documentation per this Specification section will provided to the CO for review prior to the installation and/or use of these materials. In all cases for all products the specification execution section and manufactures installation requirements shall be strictly adhered to in addition to ASTM and industry standards.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Schedule a meeting immediately after notice to proceed:

1. Schedule meeting at a time convenient to Government, but not later than 10 days after

Notice to Proceed.

2. Hold conference at Project site or other convenient location.

B. Attendance Required:

1. General Contractor.

2. Major Design Team Consultants.

3. Major Subcontractors.

4. Commissioning Agents.

5. Manufacturers deemed necessary by Government.

C. Agenda:

1. Distribution of Contract Documents.

2. Confirm list of all Designated Design and Deferred Submittal items.

3. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

4. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Government and Contractor including emergency off-hour contacts.

5. Routing of correspondence.

6. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

7. Scheduling including critical work sequencing.

8. Security and housekeeping procedures.

9. Site access, traffic, and parking rules.

10. Office, work, and storage areas.

11. Working hours.

12. Application for payment procedures.

13. Procedures for testing and Inspection.

14. Procedures for maintaining record documents:

15. Contractor to record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with one copy to CO via email for distribution.

3.02 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCES

A. Conduct Pre-Installation Conference before eachactivity that requires coordination with other construction activities.

1. Section 02 41 19 – Demolition.

2. Section 03 30 00 – Concrete.

3. Section 07 21 00 – Thermal Insulation.

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4. Section 07 62 00 – Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim.

5. Section 07 84 00 – Firestopping.

6. Section 07 92 00 – Joint Sealers.

7. Section 08 41 13 – Aluminum Storefront.

8. Section 08 51 13 – Windows

9. Section 08 71 80 00 – Glazing

10. Section 09 29 00 – Gypsum Board Assemblies

11. Division 21 – Fire Suppression.

12. Division 22 – Plumbing Systems; including equipment seismic bracing.

13. Division 23 – Mechanical Systems; including equipment seismic bracing.

14. Division 26 – Electrical Systems; including equipment seismic bracing.

B. Attendance Required:

1. General Contractor.

2. Major Design Team Consultants

3. Major Subcontractors.

4. Manufacturers deemed necessary by Government.

5. Other Representative Consultant(s), dependent on work being performed.

6. Manufacturer's representative, if required by manufacturer or these specifications.

C. Notifications:

1. Notify attendees of scheduled Conference a minimum of 7 calendar days in advance of the conference.

D. Agenda:

1. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

2. Designation of personnel representing the parties in Contract, Government and the

Contractor.

3. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, and substitutions.

4. Scheduling including preparation for activities of other trades.

5. Review progress of time schedules, manufacturer's preparation and installation recommendations, safety requirements, weather limitations, substrate acceptability, compatibility problems, and inspection and testing requirements.

6. Review progress of other construction activities and preparations for particular activity under consideration, including requirements for following:

a. Contract Documents and related Change Orders.

b. Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Quality Control Samples.

c. Mockups.

d. Possible conflicts or compatibility problems.

e. Weather limitations.

f. Manufacturer’s preparation and installation recommendations.

g. Warranty requirements.

h. Substrate acceptability.

i. Governing regulations.

j. Inspecting and testing requirements.

k. Protection.

7. Contractor to record significant discussions, agreements, and disagreements of each conference. It is recommended that this meeting be held either preceding or following a Progress Meeting.

a. Distribute meeting record to concerned parties, including the Government, within 72 hours after meeting.

E. Do not proceed with installation if conference cannot be successfully concluded.

1. Initiate whatever actions are necessary to resolve impediments to performance of Work and reconvene conference at earliest feasible date.

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3.03 PROGRESS MEETINGS DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum bi-monthly intervals.

B. Make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings.

C. Attendance Required:

1. General Contractor.

2. Major Design Team Consultants.

3. Major Subcontractors.

4. Manufacturers deemed necessary by Government.

D. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems which impede planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.

7. Maintenance of progress schedule.

8. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

9. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

10. Coordination of projected progress.

11. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

12. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

13. Other business relating to Work.

E. Record minutes and distribute copies within three days after meeting to participants.

3.04 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

A. When field conditions or contents of Contract Documents require clarification or verification by Government, following procedure is required:

1. Present item or items requiring clarification /verification at Progress Meeting for discussion.

(For critical or emergency items, contact CO at once.)

2. If it is determined by the COR that item or items do not require written RFI’s, then clarification/verification determination shall be in Progress Meeting Report.

3. If it is determined by the CO that item or items do require written RFI submittal, prepare each

RFI on a form approved by Government. Design Clarification/Variation Request (DCVR) and other forms are unacceptable.

4. Number RFI's sequentially from "001."

5. Record each RFI in a log, identifying each by RFI-#, subject, date submitted, date of response, and disposition. Update and distribute log at project meetings.

6. Provide a proposed solution to the RFI.

7. Government shall respond to submitted RFI's within ten working days calendar days in space provided on RFI form.

B. Route and copy RFI's in same manner as correspondence.

C. Agreement regarding clarification/verification for RFI's acceptable to both parties cannot be reached, see General Conditions for procedures to resolve conflict.

3.05 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

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A. Within 10 days after date of the Agreement, submit preliminary schedule defining planned operations for the first 60 days of Work, with a general outline for remainder of Work.

B. If preliminary schedule requires revision after review, submit revised schedule within 10 days.

1. Include written certification that major contractors have reviewed and accepted proposed schedule.

C. Submit updated schedule with each Application for Payment.

3.06 PROGRESS PHOTOGRAPHS

A. Submit photographs with each application for payment, taken not more than 3 days prior to submission of application for payment.

B. Photography Type: Digital Photo, 10 megapixel minimum on a DVD disk.

C. Provide photographs of site and construction throughout progress of Work.

D. In addition to periodic, recurring views, take photographs of each of the following events:

1. Foundations in progress and upon completion.

2. Structural framing in progress and upon completion.

3. Enclosure of building, upon completion.

4. Final completion, minimum of ten (10) photos.

E. Views:

1. Provide non-aerial photographs from four cardinal views at each specified time, until Date of

Substantial Completion.

2. Provide factual presentation.

3. Provide correct exposure and focus, high resolution, and maximum depth of field.

F. Photographs:

1. Delivery Medium: Via mail or hand delivery.

2. File Naming: Include project identification, date and time of view, and view identification.

3. PDF File: Assemble all photos into printable pages in PDF format, with two to three (2 to 3) photos per page, each photo labeled with file name; one PDF file per submittal.

4. Hard Copy: Printed hardcopy (grayscale) of PDF file and point of view sketch.

3.07 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Provide information required by Contractor and/or CO for preparation of coordination drawings.

B. Prepare coordination drawings where coordination is needed for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities.

C. Prepare coordination drawings where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

D. Review drawings prior to submission to Government.

3.08 PRODUCT DATA

A. Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each element of construction or system.

B. Mark each copy to show applicable choices and options. Where printed Product Data includes information on several products that are not required or proposed for the Work, clearly mark copies to indicate applicable information for the project.

C. Include following information:

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1. Manufacturer’s printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

4. Performance characteristics and capacities.

5. Notation of dimensions verified by field measurement.

6. Required clearances, wiring and piping diagrams, and controls.

7. Manufacturer's standard schematic drawings and diagrams, modified as required to suit

Project requirements.

8. Notation of coordination requirements.

D. Colors and Patterns:

E. Except where specific color and pattern is indicated in Contract Documents, and whenever a choice of color or pattern is available in specified products, submit two (2) color and pattern charts to Government for selection.

F. Submit following for each required submittal:

1. Two (2) copies for Government.

2. Two (2) copies as required for Maintenance manuals.

3. Two (2) as required by Contractor for distribution.

G. Government will retain two (2) copies and return remainder, marked with action taken and corrections or modifications required, to Contractor for distribution.

H. Contractor to retain number of copies required for maintenance manuals.

1. Do not permit use of unmarked copies of Product Data in connection with construction.

3.09 SAMPLES

A. Submit Samples for review of size, kind, color, pattern, and texture, and to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of Product.

B. Where variation in color, pattern, or texture, or other characteristic is inherent in material or product represented, submit at least three (3) multiple units that show approximate limits of variations, or number of units indicated in individual specification Sections.

C. Field Samples: Full-size examples erected on-site to illustrate finishes, coatings, or finish materials and to establish Project standard.

3.10 QUALITY ASSURANCE SUBMITTALS

A. Submit quality control submittals, including:

1. Design data.

2. Certifications.

3. Manufacturer’s instructions.

4. Manufacturer’s field reports.

5. Other quality control submittals required under individual Technical Specifications of Project

Manual.

B. Certifications: Where individual Technical Specifications Sections of Project Manual require certification that a product, material, or installation complies with specified requirements, submit a notarized certification from manufacturer certifying compliance with specified requirements.

3.11 DESIGN DRAWINGS: DEFERRED SUBMITTAL COMPONENTS

A. Make design Drawings accurately to a scale sufficiently large to show pertinent aspects of item and its method of connection to Work.

B. Provide structural calculation stamped by structural engineer registered in California.

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C. Submit all required information to the appropriate jurisdiction for approval if a deferred submittal.

3.12 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for review:

1. Product data.

2. Catalog Data: Each separate catalog brochure or page submitted shall have the identification shown. Catalog of brochures submitted containing multiple items for approval need have only cover identification. In such cases the identification shall include page and catalog item numbers.

3. Shop drawings.

4. Samples for selection.

5. Samples for verification.

B. Submit to Contracting Officer for review for the limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

C. Samples will be reviewed only for aesthetic, color, or finish selection.

D. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with Contract Specifications.

E. No work shall begin until shops drawings and submittals are approved.

3.13 SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for information:

1. Design data including stamped submittals if required.

2. Certificates.

3. Inspection and Test reports.

4. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports if applicable.

5. Other types of information indicated in the Contract documents.

B. Submit for Contracting OfficersRepresentative knowledge as contract administrator.

3.14 SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout for Government benefit:

B. Project record documents.

C. Operation and maintenance data manuals.

1. Warranties.

2. Bonds.

3. Other types as indicated.

3.15 NUMBER OF COPIES OF SUBMITTALS

A. Documents for Review:

1. Small Size Sheets, Not Larger than 8-1/2 x 11 Inches: Submit three copies; the Contractor shall make his own copies from original returned by the CO.

2. Larger Sheets, Not Larger than 24 x 36 Inches: Submit one reproducible transparency and one opaque reproduction.

B. Documents for Information: Submit three copies.

C. Documents for Project Closeout: Make one reproduction of submittal originally reviewed. Submit one extra of submittals for information.

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D. Samples: Submit the number specified in individual specification sections; two of which will be retained by Government.

1. After review, produce duplicates.

2. Retained samples will not be returned to Contractor unless specifically so stated.

E. Copies will be returned, marked with CO’s action taken and corrections or modifications required, to Contractor for reproduction and distribution.

1. Do not permit use of unmarked Shop Drawings in connection with construction.

3.16 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Transmit each submittal with approved form.

1. Government will not accept submittals received from sources other than Contractor.

2. Sequentially number the transmittal form. Revise submittals with original number and a sequential alphabetic suffix.

3. Retain numbering system throughout revisions with addition of sequential letters for each revision to initial submittal.

4. Submit items pertaining to only one Specification Section in each submittal.

B. Apply Contractors stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents.

C. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and coordinate submission of related items.

D. For each submittal for review, allow 10 (ten) working days excluding delivery time to and from the Contractor to the CO or business address.

E. Identify variations from Contract Documents and Product or system limitations which may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work.

F. Provide space for Contractor and Government review stamps.

G. When revised for resubmission, identify all changes made since previous submission.

H. Submittals not requested will not be recognized or processed.

I. Submittal log:

1. Maintain an accurate submittal log for duration of Work, showing current status of submittals at all times.

2. Make log available to Government for review upon request.

3.17 CO’S ACTION

A. Except for submittals for record or information, where action and return is required, CO will review each submittal, mark to indicated action taken, and return to Contractor.

1. Allow minimum 10 (ten) working days for CO’s review of each submittal following receipt of submittal.

B. Action Stamp: Contractor will stamp each submittal with an action stamp, for marking by COR to indicate action taken, as follows:

1. No Exception Taken:

a. Final Unrestricted Release: Work covered by submittal may proceed provided it complies with requirements of Contract Documents.

b. Final payment depends on that compliance.

2. Make Corrections Noted:

a. Final-But-Restricted Release: Work covered by submittal may proceed provided it

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b. Final payment depends on that compliance.

3. Revise and Resubmit:

a. Returned for Resubmittal: Do not proceed with Work covered by submittal, including purchasing, fabrication, delivery, or other activity.

b. Revise or prepare a new submittal according to notations and resubmit. Repeat as necessary to obtain a mark releasing submittal.

c. Do not use, or allow others to use, submittals marked Revise and Resubmit, at Project site or elsewhere where Work is in progress.

4. Rejected:

a. Rejected from Use: Work or product covered may NOT proceed or be used.

5. Submit Specified Item:

a. Item Reject for Use: Not a specified product, Contractor to submit specified product.

6. Other Action: Where a submittal is for information or record purposes or special processing or other activity, CO will return submittal marked RECORD DOCUMENT.

7. Resubmittal: When a resubmittal is required, one print so indicating will be returned to the

Contractor. After revision of the original, a new reproducible and three (3) copies shall be submitted for approval.

C. Deferred Submittal Component Review:

1. COR will stamp submittal after it has been reviewed by Contractor.

2. Actions as specified under Action Stamp apply in addition to the following:

a. Reviewed for compatibility with the design of the building.

b. Reviewed to determine whether systems, materials or equipment are designed in conformance with the performance and design criteria and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

D. Unsolicited Submittals: CO will return unsolicited submittals to sender without action.

3.18 LAYOUT OF WORK

A. Survey and verify conditions of project site for Government provided site survey

1. Government does not guarantee this survey.

B. Record existing conditions prior to construction for comparison with Contract Documents.

1. Report conflicts to CO prior to start of Work.

2. Contractor will provide revisions to Contract Documents or issue instructions to deal with conflicts.

3. Be responsible for remedying conflicts which could have been prevented by timely reviews of existing conditions.

3.19 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Engineering Services:

1. Provide field engineering services as required for construction.

B. New Control Points

1. Verify existing control points established by Government site survey:

a. The Government does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy of these points.

2. If used Contractor to further establish, improve and protect as necessary.

C. Existing Control Points established or improved by Contractor:

1. Protect control points prior to starting Work, and preserve permanent reference points during construction.

2. Report to CO when any reference point is lost or destroyed, or requires relocation because of necessary changes in grades or locations.

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D. Verification:

1. Verify dimensions of new and existing Work.

a. If field measurements differ slightly from Drawings, modify to accommodate. If field measurements differ significantly, notify CO prior to commencing Work.

2. Coordinate locations of openings through floors, roofs and walls with Architectural, Mechanical and Electrical Drawings.

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SECTION 01 35 20

INDOOR AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Special requirements for Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) management during construction operations.

a. Control of emissions during construction.

b. Moisture control during construction.

2. Procedures for testing baseline IAQ. Baseline IAQ requirements specify maximum indoor pollutant concentrations for acceptance of the facility.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Definitions Pertaining to Sustainable Development: As defined in ASTM E2114.

B. Adequate Ventilation: Ventilation, including air circulation and air changes, required to cure materials, dissipate humidity, and prevent accumulation of particulates, dust, fumes, vapors, or gases.

C. Hazardous Materials: Any material that is regulated as a hazardous material in accordance with 49 CFR 173, requires a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.1200, or which during end use, treatment, handling, storage, transportation or disposal meets or has components which meet or have the potential to meet the definition of a Hazardous Waste in accordance with 40 CFR 261. Throughout this specification, hazardous material includes hazardous chemicals.

1. Hazardous materials include: pesticides, biocides, and carcinogens as listed by recognized authorities, such as the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC).

D. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ): The composition and characteristics of the air in an enclosed space that affect the occupants of that space. The indoor air quality of a space refers to the relative quality of air in a building with respect to contaminants and hazards and is determined by the level of indoor air pollution and other characteristics of the air, including those that impact thermal comfort such as air temperature, relative humidity and air speed.

E. Interior Final Finishes: Materials and products that will be exposed at interior occupied spaces, including flooring, wallcovering, finish carpentry, and ceilings.

F. Packaged Dry Products: Materials and products that are installed in dry form and are delivered to the site in manufacturer's packaging; including carpets, resilient flooring, ceiling tiles, and insulation.

G. Wet Products: Materials and products installed in wet form, including paints, sealants, adhesives, special coatings, and other materials which require curing.

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Inspection and Testing Lab Qualifications: Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in performing the types of testing specified herein.

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1.04 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. After award of Contract and prior to the commencement of the Work, schedule and conduct meeting with Owner and Architect to discuss the proposed IAQ Management Plan and to develop mutual understanding relative to details of environmental protection.

1.05 SUBMITTALS

A. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plan: Not less than 10 (ten) days before the Pre-construction meeting, prepare and submit an IAQ Management Plan including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Procedures for control of emissions during construction.

a. Identify schedule for application of interior finishes.

2. Procedures for moisture control during construction.

a. Identify porous materials and absorptive materials.

b. Identify schedule for inspection of stored and installed absorptive materials.

3. Revise and resubmit Plan as required by Owner.

a. Approval of Contractor’s Plan will not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for compliance with applicable environmental regulations.

B. Product Data:

1. Submit product data for filtration media used during construction…