13545-20241011143956 KOSCIUSKO.pdf

KOSCIUSKO POCKET PARK

129 & 131 EAST JEFFERSON STREET

KOSCIUSKO, MS

PROJECT MANUAL

OCTOBER 9, 2024

PREPARED BY:

ARTHUR L. COOK, AIA

P.O. BOX 1168/107 WEST JEFFERSON STREET

KOSCIUSKO, MS 39090

PHONE: (662) 289-3461

KOSYARCH@BELLSOUTH.NET

mailto:KOSYARCH@BELLSOUTH.NET

KOSCIUSKO POCKET PARK

129 & 131 EAST JEFFERSON STREET

KOSCIUSKO, MS

PROJECT MANUAL

OCTOBER 9, 2024

PREPARED BY:

ARTHUR L. COOK, AIA

P.O. BOX 1168/107 WEST JEFFERSON STREET

KOSCIUSKO, MS 39090

PHONE: (662) 289-3461

KOSYARCH@BELLSOUTH.NET

mailto:KOSYARCH@BELLSOUTH.NET

PROJECT DIRECTORY

Director of Kosciusko Main Street Program:

Mailing/Physical Address Telephone

Architect: Mailing Address

Physical Address

Telephone Email

Mary Katherine Beard mkdean@kapartnership.org

(662) 289-2981

222 East Washington Street Kosciusko, MS 39090

(662) 289-1226

Arthur L. Cook, AIA P. O. Box 1168 Kosciusko, Mississippi 39090

107 West Jefferson Street Kosciusko, Mississippi 39090

(662) 289-3461 kosyarch@bellsouth.net mailto:kosyarch@bellsouth.net

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 0 – BIDDING AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

00300 BID FORM

00500 STANDARD FORM OF AGREEMENT

00600 CONSTRUCTION BOND FORMS

00650 CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE

00700 GENERAL CONDITIONS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 SUMMARY

012000 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

012600 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

013000 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES/JOB SIGN

016000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

017000 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024119 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

031000 CONCRETE FORMWORK

032000 CONCRETE REINFORCEMENT

033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

042000 UNIT MASONRY

045000 MASONRY RESTORATION AND CLEANING

DIVISION 5 – METALS

055200 METAL RAILING

055000 METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 6 – WOOD AND PLASTICS

061000 ROUGH CARPENTRY – WOOD FRAMING

061600 SHEATHING

062000 FINISH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

075423 THERMOPLASTIC POLYOLEFIN (TPO) ROOFING

DIVISION 13 - FABRIC STRUCTURES

133100 FABRIC STRUCTURES

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

1. THE WORK

KOSCIUSKO POCKET PARK - RENOVATION

KOSCIUSKO, MISSISSIPPI 39090

2. SECURING DOCUMENTS

Copies of the proposed Contract Documents may be obtained from:

ARTHUR L. COOK, AIA

107 West Jefferson Street Post Office Box 1168 Kosciusko, MS 39090 kosyarch@bellsouth.net

Instructions to Bidders 00100-1 mailto:kosyarch@bellsouth.net mailto:kosyarch@bellsouth.net Arthur Cook Cross-Out

4. BONDS

A. Bid security of 5% of base bid and alternates must accompany each bid. The successful bidder’s security will be retained until he has signed the Contract and he has furnished the required Certificates of Insurance.

B. The Owner reserves the right to retain the security of all bidders until the successful bidder enters into the Contract or until thirty (30) days after bid opening, whichever is sooner. Other bid security will be returned as soon as practicable. If any bidder refuses to enter into a Contract, the Owner may retain his bid security as liquidated damages but not as penalty.

C. Prior to signing the contract, the Owner shall require the successful bidder to secure and post a Labor and Materials payment Bond and a Performance Bond, each in the amount of 100% of the Contract Sum, and each on the fourth provided therefore in the Project Manual. Such bonds shall be issued by Surety acceptable to the Owner.

5. EXAMINATION OF DOCUMENTS AND SITE OF WORK

Before submitting a bid, each bidder shall examine the drawings carefully, shall read the Specifications and all other proposed Contract Documents, and shall visit the site of the Work. Each bidder shall fully inform himself prior to the bidding as to existing conditions and limitations under which the Work is to be performed, and shall include in his bid a sum to cover the cost of items necessary to perform the Work as set forth in the proposed Contract Documents.

No allowance will be made to a bidder because of lack of such examination or knowledge. The submission of a bid will be considered as conclusive evidence that the bidder has made such examination.

6. PROOF OF COMPETENCY OF BIDDER

A bidder may be required to furnish evidence satisfactory to the Owner that he and his proposed subcontractors have sufficient means and experience in the types of work called for to assure completion of the Contract in a satisfactory manner.

A bidder may be disqualified for any of the following reasons:

A. Bidder being in arrears on existing contracts.

B. Bidder being in litigation with the Owner, or the using agency.

C. Bidder having defaulted on a previous contract.

Instructions to Bidders 00100-2

7. EXECUTION OF AGREEMENT

A. The form of Agreement that the successful bidder will be required to execute is included in the Project Manual.

B. No bidder may withdraw his bid for a period of thirty calendar days after the date set for opening thereof, and his bids shall be subject to acceptance by the Owner during this period.

C. At or prior to delivery of the signed Agreement, the bidder to whom the Contract is awarded shall deliver to the Owner those Certificates of Insurance required by the Contract Documents and such Labor and Materials Payment Bonds and Performance Bond as are required by the Owner.

D. Bonds and Certificates of Insurance shall be approved by the Owner before the successful bidder may proceed with the Work. Failure or refusal to provide Bonds or Certificates of Insurance in a form satisfactory to the Owner shall subject the successful bidder to loss of time from the allowable construction period equal to the time of delay in furnishing the required material.

8. INTERPRETATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS PRIOR TO BIDDING

A. If any person contemplating submitting a bid for construction of the work is in doubt as to the true meaning of any part of the proposed Contract Documents, or finds discrepancies in or omissions from any part of the Proposed Contract Documents, he may submit to the Architect a written request for interpretation thereof not later than seven days before bids will be opened. The person submitting the request shall be responsible for its prompt delivery.

B. Interpretation or correction of proposed Contract Documents will be made only by Addendum and will be mailed or delivered to each general contract bidder of record. The Owner will not be responsible for any other explanations or interpretations of the proposed Contract Documents.

9. CONSTRUCTION TIME AND LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

A. The Agreement will include a stipulation that the Work be completed in a period of:

Base Bid - 90 calendar days, Alternates 1-7 – 45 calendar days following receipt of Owner’s Notice to Proceed.

END OF INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

Instructions to Bidders

0100-4

Bid Form

Kosciusko Main Street Program Mary Katherine Beard, Director Kosciusko, Mississippi

RE: Kosciusko Pocket Park - Renovation Kosciusko, Mississippi

Gentlemen/Ladies:

Having carefully examined the Conditions of the Contract, the Technical Specifications, the Drawings prepared by Arthur L. Cook, AIA dated October 9, 2024, and at the site for conditions affecting the work, the undersigned proposed to furnish all labor, materials, services, and equipment necessary to complete all work as required by these Contract Documents, for the sum of:

KOSCIUSKO POCKET PARK - RENOVATION

Base Bid, Demo:

______________________________________________________________________Dollars

Add Alternates:

Add Alternate #1: Lighting / Electrical

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

Add Alternate #2: Planters on West Wall

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

Add Alternate #3: Pergola

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

Add Alternate #4: Planters and Seats on Middle Wall

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

Add Alternate #5: Shade Sails

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

,Add Alternate #6: Wire Trellis

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

Add Alternate #7: Water Feature

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

Total: Base Bid + Alternates 1-7

___________________________________________________________________Dollars

Alternates will be chosen in order.

Signed: ________________________________Title: _____________________

Company Name: _________________________ Certificate of Resp. No. ______

Address: _________________________________________________________

00301-1

CHANGE ORDERS: I (we) agree that should it become necessary to make changes in the work that the mark-up to the actual cost of the changes in the work, in cumulative order shall be 2% for General Overload, Plus 6%for profit plus 6% for sales tax, bond and insurance. Job superintendent’s time shall be included as a line item in the cost of the changes in the work.

BID SECURITY: In the form of a _____________________ is attached hereto in the amount of __________________________dollars ($ ).

ADDENDUM RECEIPT: The receipt of the following addenda to the plans and specifications is acknowledged.

Addendum No. _____Dated ________ Addendum No. _____ Dated _________

Addendum No. _____Dated ________ Addendum No. _____ Dated _________

The undersigned agrees to hold bid open for acceptance by Owner for thirty (30) days from the date of opening of bids.

TIME: If awarded this contract, I (we) agree to execute a Contract and start work on a date to be set in a Notice to Proceed by the Owner and to complete the entire Base Bid work in 90 calendar days, subject to approved extensions of time as provided in the General Conditions, 45 calendar days for Alternates.

Signed: _________________________________ Title: ____________________

Company Name: ________________________ Certificate of Resp. No. _______

Address: _________________________________________________________

State of Incorporation or Partners: _____________________________________

00301-2

00500

FORM OF AGREEMENT

The Owner has indicated an intention to use A.I.A. Document A101 “Form of Agreement between the Owner and Contractor”, 2007 Edition (Stipulated Sum) as part of the Contract Document for this work.

Contractors are presumed to be familiar with this document; a copy may be obtained from Arthur L. Cook, AIA or examined in his offices.

Form of Agreement 00500-1

00600

CONSTRUCTION BOND FORMS

Bid Bond – A.I.A. Document A310 or Surety Company’s standard form.

Performance Bond and Labor and Materials payment Bond – A.I.A Document A311 or Surety Company’s standard form

Refer to Instructions to Bidder 001004 A, B, and C

Construction Bond Forms 00600-1

CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE INSTRUCTIONS

SECTION 00650

1. The Certificate of Insurance is a tabulation of insurance required for this Project as specified in Article 11 entitled Insurance and Bonds in the General Conditions (AIA Document A201, Fourteenth Edition, 1997).

2. The Certificate of Insurance must be complete, certified by the original signature of a Mississippi Resident Insurance Agency and bound in each set of the Contract Documents.

3. Indicate Insured, Project, Companies providing coverage, policy numbers and policy periods in the blanks as applicable.

4. If the “OWNERS/CONTRACTORS PROTECTIVE LIABILITY” insurance is part of the Commercial General Liability Insurance Policy, or included by endorsement, indicate the policy number and period of the CGL policy in the “OWNERS/CONTRACTORS PROTECTIVE LIABILITY” blank spaces.

5. Automobile Liability Insurance may be provided which covers Bodily Injury and Property Damage in one (1) Combined Single Limit, or may be provided with separate minimum limits as shown on the Certificate of Insurance and specified in Article 11 of the Supplementary Conditions. The person signing the Certificate of Insurance should show which option the Contractor has selected by marking out the coverage that is not provided under the policies indicated.

6. OTHER INSURANCE (if required) will be indicated by typing in the “OTHER” block and detailed in Article 11 of the Supplementary Conditions.

7. CERTIFICATION wording may not be changed without specific written approval from the Owner

8. “Riders” or other unsolicited attachments are not allowed as part of the Certificate of Insurance unless specifically requested in writing by the Owner, or specified as part of the requirements for this Project.

9. CAUTION: The Certificate of Insurance is intended to be used for all Projects.

The Contractor must provide all insurance specified in the Contract Documents for this Project, whether indicated on this form, or not. The Contractor must verify all insurance has been provided as required.

* * * END OF SECTION * * *

Type of Insurance Coverage Minimum Amount General Liability General Aggregate $1,000,000

Products Comp/Ops (Aggregate)

$1,000,000

Personal Injury (Occurrence) $ 500,000

Commercial General Liability BI & PD (Occurrence) $ 500,000

Fire Damage (Fire) $ 50,000 Medical Expense (Person) $ 5,000

Owners/Contractors Protective Liability General Aggregate $1,000,000

Per Occurrence $ 500,000 Automobile Liability Bodily Injury (Per Person) $ 250,000

Or Bodily Injury (Per Accident) $ 500,000 Property Damage (Per Accident)

$ 100,000

Excess Liability (Umbrella) Aggregate $1,000,000

Per Occurrence $1,000,000

Worker’s Comp/Employee Liability Statutory Statutory

Per Accident $ 100,000 Disease-Per Employee $ 100,000

Property Insurance Builders’ Risk Value of Work Or Installation Floater Value of Work

00700

GENERAL CONDITIONS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.01 Description

A. Scope: The “General Conditions of the Contract for Construction:

A.I.A. Document A201, 2007 Edition”’ Articles 1 through 14 inclusive is a part of this Contract and its incorporated herein as fully as set forth herein.

B. Copy: Contractors are presumed to be familiar with this document; a copy may be obtained from Arthur L. Cook, A.I.A., or may be examined in his offices.

Copyright 2011 AIA MasterSpec Small Project 2011 Edition

011000 - 1

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: Kosciusko Pocket Park - Renovation

1. Project Location:

a. 129 & 131 East Jefferson Street, Kosciusko, MS 39090

B. Owner: Kosciusko Main Street Program, 101 North Natchez Street, Kosciusko, Ms 39090

C. Architect: Arthur L. Cook, AIA, 107 West Jefferson Street, Kosciusko, MS 39090

D. Project Description: Renovation of existing Pocket Park. The work consists of the following:

1. 2 "shell" buildings consisting of concrete slabs, masonry, front fascades, masonry party wall in the middle, adjacent masonry bearing walls.

129 East Jefferson Street - 2,391 Sq. Ft.

131 East Jefferson Street - 1,820 Sq. Ft.

Selective demolition, repair, added features as per plans.

1.2 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. No Work Restrictions - 7 a.m. - 7 p.m.

PART 1.1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 SUMMARY OF WORK:

1. Base Bid:

- Selective Demolition/Repair

- Partial Removal of Middle Wall

- Ramp Correction

- Renovation of Front Canopies

- Security Gates

- Hose Bib

2. Add Alternates:

1. Lighting and Electrical

2. Planters on West Wall

3. Pergola

4. Planters and Seats on the Middle Wall

5. Shade Sails

6. Wire Trellis

7. Water Feature

END OF SECTION 011000

SUMMARY

PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES 012000 - 1

SECTION 012000 - PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 ALLOWANCES

A. Advise Architect of the date when selection and purchase of each product or system described by an allowance must be completed to avoid delaying the Work.

B. Obtain two proposals for each allowance for use in making final selections. Include recommendations that are relevant to performing the Work.

C. Purchase products and systems selected by Architect from the designated supplier.

D. Submit invoices or delivery slips to show actual quantities of materials delivered to the site for use in fulfillment of each allowance.

E. Allowance shall include cost to Contractor of specific products and materials ordered by Owner or selected by Architect under allowance and shall include taxes, freight and delivery to Project site.

F. Unless otherwise indicated, Contractor's costs for receiving and handling at Project site, labor, installation, overhead and profit, and similar costs related to products and materials under allowance shall be included as part of the Contract Sum and not part of the allowance.

1.2 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

A. Submit a Schedule of Values at least ten (10) days before the initial Application for Payment.

Break down the Contract Sum into at least one line item for each Specification Section in the Project Manual table of contents. Coordinate the schedule of values with Contractor's construction schedule.

1. Arrange schedule of values consistent with format of AIA Document G703.

2. Round amounts to nearest whole dollar; total shall equal the Contract Sum.

3. Provide a separate line item in the schedule of values for each part of the Work where

Applications for Payment may include materials or equipment purchased or fabricated and stored, but not yet installed.

4. Provide separate line items in the schedule of values for initial cost of materials and for total installed value of that part of the Work.

5. Provide a separate line item in the schedule of values for each allowance.

B. Application for Payment Forms: Use AIA Document G702 and AIA Document G703 as form for Applications for Payment.

C. Submit three copies of each application for payment according to the schedule established in Owner/Contractor Agreement.

PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES 012000 - 2

1. Notarize and execute by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor.

2. With each Application for Payment, submit waivers of mechanic's liens from subcontractors, sub-subcontractors, and suppliers for construction period covered by the previous application.

3. Submit final Application for Payment with or preceded by conditional final waivers from every entity involved with performance of the Work covered by the application who is lawfully entitled to a lien.

a. Include insurance certificates, proof that taxes, fees, and similar obligations were paid, and evidence that claims have been settled.

b. Include affidavit of payment of debts and claims on AIA Document G706.

c. Include affidavit of release of liens on AIA Document G706A.

d. Include consent of surety to final payment on AIA Document G707.

e. Submit final meter readings for utilities, a record of stored fuel, and similar data as of the date of Substantial Completion or when Owner took possession of and assumed responsibility for corresponding elements of the Work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULE OF ALLOWANCES

A. Brick - $400 / 1000

END OF SECTION 012000

CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES 012600 - 1

SECTION 012600 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. Architect will issue supplemental instructions authorizing minor changes in the Work, not involving adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time, on "Architect's Supplemental Instructions.".

B. Owner-Initiated Proposal Requests: Architect will issue a detailed description of proposed changes in the Work.

1. Proposal Requests are not instructions either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

2. Within time specified in Proposal Request, submit a quotation estimating cost adjustments to the Contract Sum and the Contract Time.

C. Contractor-Initiated Proposals: If latent or changed conditions require modifications to the Contract, Contractor may initiate a claim by submitting a request for a change to Architect.

D. On Owner's approval of a Proposal Request, Architect will issue a Change Order for signatures of Owner and Contractor on AIA Document G701, for all changes to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

E. Architect may issue a Construction Change Directive on AIA Document G714. Construction Change Directive instructs Contractor to proceed with a change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

1. Construction Change Directive contains a complete description of change in the Work. It also designates method to be followed to determine change in the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

F. Documentation: Maintain detailed records on a time and material basis of work required by the Construction Change Directive. After completion of change, submit an itemized account and supporting data necessary to substantiate cost and time adjustments to the Contract.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 012600

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 013000 - 1

SECTION 013000 - ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

B. Requests for Information (RFIs): On discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI. Use forms acceptable to Architect and Owner.

C. Schedule and conduct progress meetings at Project site at monthly intervals. Notify Owner and Architect of meeting dates and times. Require attendance of each subcontractor or other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities.

1. Record minutes and distribute to everyone concerned, including Owner and Architect.

1.2 SUBMITTAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

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

2. Submit three copies of each action submittal. Architect will return two copies.

3. Submit two copies of each informational submittal. Architect will not return copies.

4. Architect will return submittals, without review, received from sources other than

Contractor.

B. Paper Submittals: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification.

Provide a space approximately 6 by 8 inches (150 by 200 mm) on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by Architect. Include the following information on the label:

1. Project name.

2. Date.

3. Name and address of Contractor.

4. Name and address of subcontractor or supplier.

5. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

C. Electronic Submittals: Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 013000 - 2

1. Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file incorporating submittal requirements of a single Specification Section and transmittal form with links enabling navigation to each item.

2. Name file with unique identifier, including project identifier, Specification Section number, and revision identifier.

3. Provide means for insertion to permanently record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by Architect.

D. Identify options requiring selection by Architect.

E. Identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

F. Contractor's Construction Schedule Submittal Procedure:

1. Submit required submittals in the following format:

a. Working electronic copy of schedule file, where indicated.

b. PDF electronic file.

c. Two paper copies.

2. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Initial schedule, of size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period.

a. Submit a working electronic copy of schedule, using software indicated, and labeled to comply with requirements for submittals. Include type of schedule (initial or updated) and date on label.

3. Coordinate Contractor's construction schedule with the schedule of values, submittal schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Submittal Procedure Requirements: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

1. Submit electronic submittals via email as PDF electronic files.

a. Architect will return annotated file. Annotate and retain one copy of file as an electronic Project record document file.

2.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Submit three paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated. Architect will return two copies.

B. Product Data: Mark each copy to show applicable products and options. Include the following:

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 013000 - 3

1. Manufacturer's written recommendations, product specifications, and installation instructions.

2. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

3. Printed performance curves and operational range diagrams.

4. Testing by recognized testing agency.

5. Compliance with specified standards and requirements.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data. Submit on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches (215 by 280 mm) but no larger than 30 by 42 inches (762 by 1067 mm). Include the following:

1. Dimensions and identification of products.

2. Fabrication and installation drawings and roughing-in and setting diagrams.

3. Wiring diagrams showing field-installed wiring.

4. Notation of coordination requirements.

5. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

Include name of manufacturer and product name on label.

1. If variation is inherent in material or product, submit at least three sets of paired units that show variations.

2.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Informational Submittals: Submit two paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated. Architect will not return copies.

B. Qualification Data: Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, names and addresses of architects and owners, and other information specified.

C. Product Certificates: Prepare written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

2.4 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Gantt-Chart Schedule: Submit a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart-type schedule within 10 days of date established for the Notice to Proceed.

B. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday of each week with a continuous vertical line.

C. Cost Correlation: Superimpose a cost correlation timeline, indicating planned and actual costs.

On the line, show planned and actual dollar volume of the Work performed as of planned and actual dates used for preparation of payment requests.

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 013000 - 4

D. Recovery Schedule: When periodic update indicates the Work is [14] or more calendar days behind the current approved schedule, submit a separate recovery schedule indicating means by which Contractor intends to regain compliance with the schedule. Indicate changes to working hours, working days, crew sizes, and equipment required to achieve compliance, and indicate date by which recovery will be accomplished.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SUBMITTAL REVIEW

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

B. Architect will review each action submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or modifications required, will stamp each submittal with an action stamp, and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action.

C. Informational Submittals: Architect will review each submittal and will not return it, or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. Architect will forward each submittal to appropriate party.

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

3.2 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Updating: At monthly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities. Issue schedule before each regularly scheduled progress meeting.

1. As the Work progresses, indicate Actual Completion percentage for each activity.

B. Distribute copies of approved schedule to Owner, Architect, subcontractors, testing and inspecting agencies, and parties identified by Contractor with a need-to-know schedule responsibility. When revisions are made, distribute updated schedules to the same parties.

END OF SECTION 013000

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 014000 - 1

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

B. Referenced Standards: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements, comply with the most stringent requirement.

Refer uncertainties to Architect for a decision.

C. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum. The actual installation may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits.

Indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, as appropriate, for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to Architect for a decision.

D. Contractor's Statement of Responsibility: When required by authorities having jurisdiction, submit copy of written statement of responsibility sent to authorities having jurisdiction before starting work on the following systems:

1. Seismic-force-resisting system, designated seismic system, or component listed in the designated seismic system quality-assurance plan prepared by Architect.

2. Main wind-force-resisting system or a wind-resisting component listed in the wind-force-resisting system quality-assurance plan prepared by Architect.

E. Test and Inspection Reports: Prepare and submit certified written reports specified in other Sections. Include the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making tests and inspections.

6. Description of the Work and test and inspection method.

7. Identification of product and Specification Section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test and inspection results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Record of temperature and weather conditions at time of sample taking and testing and inspecting.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with the Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting and reinspecting.

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 014000 - 2

F. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For Owner's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, notices, receipts for fee payments, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

G. Professional Engineer Qualifications: A professional engineer who is legally qualified to practice in jurisdiction where Project is located and who is experienced in providing engineering services of the kind indicated.

H. Testing Agency Qualifications: An independent agency with the experience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated; and where required by authorities having jurisdiction, that is acceptable to authorities.

I. Retesting/Reinspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor's responsibility, provide quality-control services, including retesting and reinspecting, for construction that replaced Work that failed to comply with the Contract Documents.

J. Testing Agency Responsibilities: Cooperate with Architect and Contractor in performance of duties. Provide qualified personnel to perform required tests and inspections.

1. Notify Architect and Contractor of irregularities or deficiencies in the Work observed during performance of its services.

2. Do not release, revoke, alter, or increase requirements of the Contract Documents or approve or accept any portion of the Work.

3. Do not perform any duties of Contractor.

K. Associated Services: Cooperate with testing agencies and provide reasonable auxiliary services as requested. Provide the following:

1. Access to the Work.

2. Incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate tests and inspections.

3. Adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing and inspecting. Assist agency in obtaining samples.

4. Facilities for storage and field curing of test samples.

5. Security and protection for samples and for testing and inspecting equipment.

L. Coordination: Coordinate sequence of activities to accommodate required quality-assurance and -control services with a minimum of delay and to avoid necessity of removing and replacing construction to accommodate testing and inspecting.

1. Schedule times for tests, inspections, obtaining samples, and similar activities.

M. Special Tests and Inspections: Engage a qualified testing agency to conduct special tests and inspections required by authorities having jurisdiction.

N. Special Tests and Inspections: Conducted by a qualified testing agency as required by authorities having jurisdiction, as indicated in individual Specification Sections.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

B. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility, regardless of the assignment of responsibility for quality-control services.

END OF SECTION 014000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS 015000 - 1

SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Use Charges: Installation and removal of and use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum unless otherwise indicated.

B. Water and Electric Power: Available from Owner's existing system without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

C. Erosion- and Sedimentation-Control Plan: Submit plan showing compliance with requirements of EPA Construction General Permit or authorities having jurisdiction, whichever is more stringent.

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

E. Accessible Temporary Egress: Comply with applicable provisions in ICC A117.1.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Chain-Link Fencing: Minimum 2-inch (50-mm), 0.148-inch- (3.8-mm-) thick, galvanized-steel, chain-link fabric fencing; minimum 6 feet (1.8 m) high with galvanized-steel pipe posts and top and bottom rails.

2.2 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Provide field offices, storage and fabrication sheds, and other support facilities as necessary for construction operations. Store combustible materials apart from building.

2.3 EQUIPMENT

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

B. HVAC Equipment: Unless Owner authorizes use of permanent HVAC system, provide vented, self-contained, liquid-propane-gas or fuel-oil heaters with individual space thermostatic control.

1. Use of gasoline-burning space heaters, open-flame heaters, or salamander-type heating units is prohibited.

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2. Heating Units: Listed and labeled for type of fuel being consumed, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended use.

3. Permanent HVAC System: If Owner authorizes use of permanent HVAC system for temporary use during construction, provide filter with MERV of 8 at each return-air grille in system and remove at end of construction.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Install temporary service or connect to existing service.

1. Arrange with utility company, Owner, and existing users for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary services.

B. Sanitary Facilities: Provide temporary toilets, wash facilities, and drinking-water fixtures. Comply with regulations and health codes for type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities.

3.2 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Install project identification and other signs in locations approved by Owner to inform the public and persons seeking entrance to Project.

1. Provide one (1) 4’x8’ project sign of exterior grade plywood and wood frame construction, painted, with exhibit lettering by professional sign painter, to Architect’s design and color.

2. List title of project, names of Owner (including information as per title sheet), Architect, and Contractor.

3. No other signs are allowed except those required by law.

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

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3.3 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

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

B. Provide measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff and airborne dust to undisturbed areas and to adjacent properties and walkways, according to requirements of 2003 EPA Construction General Permit or authorities having jurisdiction, whichever is more stringent.

C. Pest Control: Engage pest-control service to recommend practices to minimize attraction and harboring of rodents, roaches, and other pests and to perform extermination and control procedures at regular intervals so Project will be free of pests and their residues at Substantial Completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

D. Furnish and install site enclosure fence in a manner that will prevent people and animals from easily entering site except by entrance gates.

E. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for erecting structurally adequate barricades, including warning signs and lighting.

F. Provide temporary enclosures for protection of construction, in progress and completed, from exposure, foul weather, other construction operations, and similar activities. Provide temporary weathertight enclosure for building exterior.

G. Provide floor-to-ceiling dustproof partitions to limit dust and dirt migration and to separate areas occupied by Owner from fumes and noise.

H. Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities. Comply with NFPA 241.

3.4 MOISTURE AND MOLD CONTROL

A. Before installation of weather barriers, protect materials from water damage and keep porous and organic materials from coming into prolonged contact with concrete.

1. Protect stored and installed material from flowing or standing water.

2. Remove standing water from decks.

3. Keep deck openings covered or dammed.

B. After installation of weather barriers but before full enclosure and conditioning of building, protect as follows:

1. Do not load or install drywall or porous materials into partially enclosed building.

2. Discard water-damaged material.

3. Do not install material that is wet.

4. Discard, replace, or clean stored or installed material that begins to grow mold.

5. Perform work in a sequence that allows any wet materials adequate time to dry before enclosing the material in drywall or other interior finishes.

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3.5 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

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

B. Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended, when it has been replaced by authorized use of a permanent facility, or no later than Substantial Completion.

C. At Substantial Completion, repair, renovate, and clean permanent facilities used during construction period.

END OF SECTION 015000

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 016000 - 1

SECTION 016000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. The term "product" includes the terms "material," "equipment," "system," and terms of similar intent.

B. Comparable Product Requests: Submit request for consideration of each comparable product.

Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced.

1. Show compliance with requirements for comparable product requests.

2. Architect will review the proposed product and notify Contractor of its acceptance or rejection.

C. Basis-of-Design Product Specification Submittal: Show compliance with requirements.

D. Compatibility of Options: If Contractor is given option of selecting between two or more products, select product compatible with products previously selected.

E. Deliver, store, and handle products using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss, including theft. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at Project site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

2. Deliver products to Project site in manufacturer's original sealed container or packaging, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

3. Inspect products on delivery to ensure compliance with the Contract Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

4. Store materials in a manner that will not endanger Project structure.

5. Store products that are subject to damage by the elements, under cover in a weathertight enclosure above ground, with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation.

F. Warranties specified in other Sections shall be in addition to, and run concurrent with, other warranties required by the Contract Documents. Manufacturer's disclaimers and limitations on product warranties do not relieve Contractor of obligations under requirements of the Contract Documents.

G. Product Substitutions: Reasonable and timely requests for substitutions will be considered.

Substitutions include products and methods of construction differing from that required by the Contract Documents and proposed by Contractor after award of Contract.

1. Submit two copies of each request for product substitution. Identify product to be replaced and provide complete documentation showing compliance of proposed substitution with applicable requirements. Include a full comparison with the specified product, a list of changes to other Work required to accommodate the substitution, and

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any proposed changes in Contract Sum or Contract Time should the substitution be accepted.

2. Submit requests for product substitution in time to permit processing of request and subsequent Submittals, if any, sufficiently in advance of when materials are required in the Work. Do not submit unapproved substitutions on Shop Drawings or other submittals.

3. Architect will review the proposed substitution and notify Contractor of its acceptance or rejection.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCT SELECTION PROCEDURES

A. Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, are undamaged, and, unless otherwise indicated, are new at the time of installation.

1. Provide products complete with accessories, trim, finish, and other devices and components needed for a complete installation and the intended use and effect.

2. Where products are accompanied by the term "as selected," Architect will make selection.

3. Descriptive, performance, and reference standard requirements in the Specifications establish salient characteristics of products.

B. Where the following headings are used to list products or manufacturers, the Contractor's options for product selection are as follows:

1. Products:

a. Where requirements include "one of the following," provide one of the products listed that complies with requirements.

b. Where requirements do not include "one of the following," provide one of the products listed that complies with requirements or a comparable product.

2. Manufacturers:

a. Where requirements include "one of the following," provide a product that complies with requirements by one of the listed manufacturers.

b. Where requirements do not include "one of the following," provide a product that complies with requirements by one of the listed manufacturers or another manufacturer.

3. Basis-of-Design Product: Provide the product named, or indicated on the Drawings, or a comparable product by one of the listed manufacturers.

C. Where Specifications include the phrase "as selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range" or similar phrase, select a product that complies with requirements. Architect will select color, gloss, pattern, density, or texture from manufacturer's product line that includes both standard and premium items.

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2.2 COMPARABLE PRODUCTS

A. Architect will consider Contractor's request for comparable product when the following conditions are satisfied:

1. Evidence that the proposed product does not require revisions to the Contract Documents, that it is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce the indicated results, and that it is compatible with other portions of the Work.

2. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed product with those named in the Specifications.

3. List of similar installations for completed projects, if requested.

4. Samples, if requested.

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 016000

EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS 017000 - 1

SECTION 017000 - EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Cutting and Patching:

1. Structural Elements: When cutting and patching structural elements, notify Architect of locations and details of cutting and await directions from Architect before proceeding.

Shore, brace, and support structural elements during cutting and patching.

2. Operational Elements: Do not cut and patch operating elements and related components in a manner that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety.

3. Visual Elements: Do not cut and patch construction in a manner that results in visual evidence of cutting and patching. Do not cut and patch exposed construction in a manner that would, in Architect's opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities.

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

1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor's List of Incomplete Items: Initial submittal at Substantial Completion.

B. Certified List of Incomplete Items: Final submittal at Final Completion.

C. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit one copy of manual.

D. Record Drawings & Specifications: Submit one set(s) of marked-up record prints and specifications.

E. Record Product Data: Submit one paper copy of each submittal.

1.3 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. 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.

B. Submittals Prior to Substantial Completion: Before requesting Substantial Completion inspection, complete the following:

1. Obtain and submit releases from authorities having jurisdiction permitting Owner unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases.

2. Submit closeout submittals specified in other sections, including project record documents, operation and maintenance manuals, property surveys, similar final record

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information, warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final certifications, and similar documents.

3. Submit maintenance material submittals specified in other sections, including tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items, and deliver to location designated by Architect.

4. Submit test/adjust/balance records.

5. Submit changeover information related to Owner's occupancy, use, operation, & maintenance.

C. Procedures Prior to Substantial Completion: Before requesting Substantial Completion inspection, complete the following:

1. Advise Owner of pending insurance changeover requirements.

2. Make final changeover of permanent locks and deliver keys to Owner.

3. Complete startup and testing of systems and equipment.

4. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment used prior to Substantial Completion.

5. Advise Owner of changeover in heat and other utilities.

6. Participate with Owner in conducting inspection & walkthrough with local emergency responders.

7. Remove temporary facilities and controls.

8. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

9. Touch up&otherwise repair & restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

D. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, Architect will proceed with inspection or advise Contractor of unfulfilled requirements.

Architect will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will advise Contractor of items that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1.4 FINAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. Submittals Prior to Final Completion: Before…