Attachment_II-A06-Drawings-Specificationsrevised_0001.pdf

Replace Domestic Water Heaters – Bldgs H-1, H-2, H-3, and H-4 National Conservation Training Center Shepherdstown, West Virginia

SPECIFICATIONS

Prepared For:

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

National Conservation Training Center Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443

May 19, 2021

U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service

REPLACE DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS - BLDGS H-1, H-2, H-3, AND H-4 2170908

SHEPERDSTOWN, WEST VIRGINIA

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 08/15 SUMMARY OF WORK

01 14 00 11/11 WORK RESTRICTIONS

01 30 00 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

01 32 16.00 20 02/15 SMALL PROJECT CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

SCHEDULES

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 26 11/15 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

01 45 00.10 20 02/10 QUALITY CONTROL FOR MINOR CONSTRUCTION

01 91 00.15 05/16 COMMISSIONING

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

22 00 00 11/15 PLUMBING, GENERAL PURPOSE

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 07 00 02/13 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL

SYSTEMS

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SECTION 01 11 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

08/15

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

1.1.1 Facility Description

The National Conservation Training Center (NCTC) is an active training facility for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. The NCTC site is a campus setting with multiple buildings, which include lodges, offices, training rooms, a large auditorium, a laboratory, dining facilities, gymnasium, operations support, a central plant and self-contained water and wastewater treatment facilities. The majority of the buildings on campus were constructed between 1994 and 1997.

1.1.2 Project Description

The intent of the work is to renew the aging domestic hot water heating systems in the lodge buildings of NCTC. The work includes, but is not limited to, relining or replacing domestic water storage tanks, and replacing the associated heat exchangers, mixing valves and recirculating pumps in select buildings. The work includes the removal and disposal of existing equipment as well as provision and installation of piping, controls and accessories for fully operational and controllable systems.

1.1.3 Location

The work is located on the campus of the National Conservation Training Center, 698 Conservation Way, Shepherdstown, WV , as indicated.

1.2 OCCUPANCY OF PREMISES

Building(s) will be occupied during performance of work under this Contract.

Before work is started, arrange with the Contracting Officer a sequence of procedure, means of access, space for storage of materials and equipment, and use of approaches, corridors, and stairways.

1.3 EXISTING WORK

In addition to "FAR 52.236-9, Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment, Utilities, and Improvements":

A. Remove or alter existing work in such a manner as to prevent injury or damage to any portions of the existing work which will remain.

B. Repair or replace portions of existing work which have been altered during construction operations to match existing or adjoining work, as approved by the Contracting Officer. At the completion of operations, existing work must be in a condition equal to or better than that which existed before new work started.

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PART 2 PRODUCTS

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WORK RESTRICTIONS

11/11

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

List of Contact Personnel ; G

Personnel List ; G

1.2 GENERAL FACILITY HOURS, ACCESS AND COORDINATION

A. Business Hours: NCTC is an active training campus. Normal facility business hours are between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding Government holidays.

B. Access: The Contractor, subcontractor, and all employees shall stop and check in with the guard on duty at the Guard Station every time they enter the campus.

C. The schedule and sequencing of all work shall be closely coordinated with the Contracting Officer.

D. Closed Weekend: A Closed Weekend is when no guests are scheduled to be on-site and there are no events planned through a weekend. Closed weekends typically mean that the Contractor will have full use of the work site from 5:00 pm on a Friday until 11 a.m. on the following Sunday in housing units and until 6:30 a.m. on the following Monday in educational buildings and offices. Closed weekends can be confirmed generally two weeks prior to when they occur.

1.3 SPECIAL SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

A. Have materials, equipment, and personnel required to perform the work at the site prior to the commencement of the work.

B. Unless noted otherwise, buildings will remain in operation during the entire construction period. The Contractor must conduct his operations so as to cause the least possible interference with normal operations of the activity.

C. Permission to interrupt any public or private roads, railroads, or utility service must be requested in writing a minimum of 15 calendar days prior to the desired date of interruption.

D. Any work that involves loud or continuous noise shall be scheduled so

SECTION 01 14 00 Page 1 as to create the least disturbance to guests, i.e. work creating loud noises near or within the educational buildings shall be performed outside of normal business hours as defined above; work creating loud noises near or within the lodges will not be permitted to be performed while guests will most likely be in their rooms, including nonclosed weekends. This could include activities such as excavation, saw cutting, compaction, demolition hammers, mortar mixers close to the work areas, etc. Work of this type is to be coordinated with the Contracting Officer.

E. Power outages to individual buildings shall be coordinated closely with the Contracting Officer. Duration of outages will be kept to a minimum in that all prep work that can be done shall be completed prior to the outage and the outage will only lasts as long as necessary for the actual connection of equipment. Some outages may be required to occur on a closed weekend.

1.4 CONTRACTOR ACCESS AND USE OF PREMISES

1.4.1 Activity Regulations

Ensure that Contractor personnel employed on the project become familiar with and obey NCTC regulations including safety, fire, traffic and security regulations. Keep within the limits of the work and avenues of ingress and egress. Do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry. Mark Contractor equipment for identification.

1. Emergency Contacts: Provide a list of contact personnel of the Contractor and subcontractors, including telephone numbers, for use in the event of an emergency. As changes occur and additional information becomes available, correct and change the information contained in previous lists.

2. Access Roster: Submit a personnel list (access roster). Access will be granted based on the access roster and an official photo identification via a state issued driver's license or other means of identification as approved by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer with an updated access roster as necessary.

3. Vehicle Identification: The Contractor and subcontractor(s) shall have signage (magnetic ok) on each side of vehicles, clearly identifying the associated company.

4. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited within and outside of all buildings at NCTC, except in designated smoking areas. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction and buildings under renovation. The Contracting Officer will identify designated smoking areas.

1.4.2 Contractor Work Outside of Normal Business Hours

Any work to be completed outside of normal business hours shall be closely coordinated with the Contracting Officer.

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1.4.3 Special Requirements

2. Facility Events: From time-to-time there are various public events held at the facility. The Contractor shall adjust his work schedule and work areas as directed by the Government.

3. Facility Restrooms - Use of the building restrooms are a privilege.

Inappropriate use will result in loss of use and the contractor shall provide portable toilets for worker use.

4. The dining facility and other amenities are not available for Contractor use.

5. No parking in fire lanes. Fire lanes can be used for access into the building for the delivery of material only. Vehicles shall be removed immediately after the delivery is complete.

6. Drive and park only on paved roads and pathways.

7. Parking: Employees shall park at the Support Services parking lot.

Generally, only one (1) vehicle, such as a foreman's vehicle, shall be permitted to park near the worksite.

1.4.4 Storage and Staging Areas

1. There is no storage or staging area within the buildings other than the work area.

2. There is a contractor staging area that is adjacent to Support Services. Storage trailer(s) can be parked here, in area(s) designated by the Contracting Officer.

1.4.5 Building Environment Protection - Source Control

1. Construction and demolition techniques that minimize dust are to be employed as much as possible.

2. Containers of wet products (such as paints, adhesives and sealants) are to be kept closed or covered as much as possible.

3. Select low VOC construction materials whenever possible.

4. Restrict idling of vehicles.

5. Ensure ventilation to occupied areas is protected from toxic materials and fumes from vehicles and equipment.

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUPERVISION

1.1.1 Minimum Communication Requirements

Have at least one qualified superintendent, or competent alternate, capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in the English language, on the job-site at all times during the performance of contract work. The Superintendent shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Contractor in all areas, to include schedule and price.

1.1.2 Superintendent Qualifications

The project superintendent shall have a minimum of 5 years experience in construction with at least 2 of those years as a superintendent on projects similar in size and complexity. The individual must be familiar and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance. The individual must be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings. The qualification requirements for the alternate superintendent are the same as for the project superintendent. The Contracting Officer may request proof of the superintendent's qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

1.1.2.1 Duties

The project superintendent is primarily responsible for managing and coordinating day-to-day production and schedule adherence on the project.

The superintendent or qualified alternative must be on-site at all times during the performance of this contract until the work is completed and accepted.

1.1.3 Non-Compliance Actions

The Project Superintendent is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with requirements specified in the contract and for failure to manage the project to insure timely completion.

Furthermore, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to such stop orders is acceptable as the subject of claim for extension of time for excess costs or damages by the Contractor.

1.2 PRECONSTRUCTION

After award of the contract, but prior to commencement of any work at the site, meet with the Contracting Officer to discuss and develop a mutual understanding relative to the administration of the value engineering and safety program, preparation of the schedule of prices or earned value report, shop drawings, and other submittals, scheduling, prosecution of the work, and clear expectations in the performance of this contract.

Major subcontractors who will engage in the work must also attend.

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1.3 PROGRESS & COORDINATION MEETINGS

Coordination meetings shall be held as requested by either the Government or the Contractor. The intent of the meeting shall be to discuss the progress of work, schedule, work hours, potential changes, etc.

The Government may choose to schedule recurring progress/coordination meetings on a weekly or biweekly basis.

1.4 HOUSEKEEPING

1. The General Contractor and all subcontractors are to remove dust, debris and other waste from the job site on a daily basis.

2. Waste is to be properly bagged and stored for removal in a timely manner.

3. A wetting agent is to be used ot suppress dust where possible.

4. All interior absorptive materials are to be protected from moisture and inspected for signs of moisture damage prior to installation.

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SMALL PROJECT CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES

02/15

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for Contractor Quality Control approval. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Construction Schedule ; G

SD-07 Certificates

Monthly Updates

1.2 ACCEPTANCE

Prior to the start of work, prepare and submit to the Contracting Officer for acceptance a construction schedule in the form of a Bar Chart Schedule in accordance with the terms in Contract Clause "FAR 52.236-15, Schedules for Construction Contracts," except as modified in this contract.

The acceptance of a Baseline Construction Schedule is a condition precedent to:

a. The Contractor starting work on the demolition or construction stage(s) of the contract.

b. Processing Contractor's invoice(s) for construction activities/items of work.

c. Review of any schedule updates.

Submittal of the Baseline Schedule, and subsequent schedule updates, is understood to be the Contractor's certification that the submitted schedule meets all of the requirements of the Contract Documents, represents the Contractor's plan on how the work will be accomplished, and accurately reflects the work that has been accomplished and how it was sequenced (as-built logic).

1.3 SCHEDULE FORMAT

1.3.1 Bar Chart Schedule

The Bar Chart must, as a minimum, show work activities, submittals, Government review periods, material/equipment delivery, utility outages, on-site construction, inspection, testing, and closeout activities. The Bar Chart must be time scaled and generated using an electronic spreadsheet program.

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1.3.2 Schedule Submittals and Procedures

Submit Bar Chart Schedules and updates in hard copy and on electronic media that is acceptable to the Contracting Officer. Submit an electronic back-up of the project schedule in an import format compatible with the Government's scheduling program.

1.4 SCHEDULE MONTHLY UPDATES

Update the Construction Schedule at monthly intervals or when the schedule has been revised. The updated schedule must be kept current, reflecting actual activity progress and plan for completing the remaining work.

Submit copies of purchase orders and confirmation of delivery dates as directed by the Contracting Officer.

1.5 CONTRACT MODIFICATION

Submit a Time Impact Analysis (TIA) with each cost and time proposal for a proposed change. TIA must illustrate the influence of each change or delay on the Contract Completion Date or milestones. No time extensions will be granted nor delay damages paid unless a delay occurs which consumes all available Project Float, and extends the Projected Finish beyond the Contract Completion Date.

1.6 3-WEEK LOOK AHEAD SCHEDULE

Prepare and issue a 3-Week Look Ahead schedule to provide a more detailed day-to-day plan of upcoming work identified on the Construction Schedule.

Include upcoming outages, closures, preparatory meetings, and initial meetings. Identify critical path activities on the Three-Week Look Ahead Schedule. The detail work plans are to be bar chart type schedules, maintained separately from the Construction Schedule on an electronic spreadsheet program and printed on 8-1/2 by 11 inch sheets as directed by the Contracting Officer. Deliver three hard copies and one electronic file of the 3-Week Look Ahead Schedule to the Contracting Officer no later than 8 a.m. each Monday, and review during the weekly Coordination/Progress Meeting.

1.7 ADDITIONAL SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

Any references to additional scheduling requirements, including systems to be inspected, tested and commissioned, that are located throughout the remainder of the Contract Documents, are subject to all requirements of this section.

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

The Contracting Officer may request submittals in addition to those specified when deemed necessary to adequately describe the work covered in the respective sections.

Units of weights and measures used on all submittals are to be the same as those used in the contract drawings.

Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

The Contractor shall check and approve all items prior to submittal and stamp, sign, and date indicating action taken. Proposed deviations from the contract requirements are to be clearly identified. Include within submittals items such as: Contractor's, manufacturer's, or fabricator's drawings; descriptive literature including (but not limited to) catalog cuts, diagrams, operating charts or curves; test reports; test cylinders;

samples; O&M manuals (including parts list); certifications; warranties;

and other such required submittals.

Submittals requiring Government approval are to be scheduled and made prior to the acquisition of the material or equipment covered thereby.

Pick up and dispose of samples not incorporated into the work in accordance with manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and in compliance with existing laws and regulations.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Submittal Descriptions

Submittal requirements are specified in the technical sections.

Submittals are identified by Submittal Description (SD) numbers and titles as follows:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals (PS)

Submittals which are required prior to the start of construction.

SD-02 Shop Drawings (SD)

Drawings, diagrams and schedules specifically prepared to illustrate some portion of the work.

Diagrams and instructions from a manufacturer or fabricator for use in producing the product and as aids to the Contractor for integrating the product or system into the project.

Drawings prepared by or for the Contractor to show how multiple

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SD-03 Product Data (PD)

Catalog cuts, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions and brochures illustrating size, physical appearance and other characteristics of materials, systems or equipment for some portion of the work.

Samples of warranty language when the contract requires extended product warranties.

SD-04 Samples (SM)

Fabricated or unfabricated physical examples of materials, equipment or workmanship that illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of a material or product and establish standards by which the work can be judged.

Color samples from the manufacturer's standard line (or custom color samples if specified) to be used in selecting or approving colors for the project.

Field samples and mock-ups constructed on the project site establish standards by which the ensuring work can be judged. Includes assemblies or portions of assemblies which are to be incorporated into the project and those which will be removed at conclusion of the work.

SD-05 Design Data (DD)

Design calculations, mix designs, analyses or other data pertaining to a part of work.

SD-06 Test Reports (TR)

Report signed by authorized official of testing laboratory that a material, product or system identical to the material, product or system to be provided has been tested in accord with specified requirements. Unless specified in another section, testing must have been within three years of date of contract award for the project.

Report which includes findings of a test required to be performed by the Contractor on an actual portion of the work or prototype prepared for the project before shipment to job site.

Report which includes finding of a test made at the job site or on sample taken from the job site, on portion of work during or after installation.

SD-07 Certificates (CT)

Statements printed on the manufacturer's letterhead and signed by responsible officials of manufacturer of product, system or material attesting that the product, system, or material meets specification requirements. Must be dated after award of project contract and clearly name the project.

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Document required of Contractor, or of a manufacturer, supplier, installer or Subcontractor through Contractor. The document purpose is to further promote the orderly progression of a portion of the work by documenting procedures, acceptability of methods, or personnel qualifications.

Text of posted operating instructions.

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions (MI)

Preprinted material describing installation of a product, system or material, including special notices and (MSDS)concerning impedances, hazards and safety precautions.

SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports (MF)

Documentation of the testing and verification actions taken by manufacturer's representative at the job site, in the vicinity of the job site, or on a sample taken from the job site, on a portion of the work, during or after installation, to confirm compliance with manufacturer's standards or instructions. The documentation must be signed by an authorized official of a testing laboratory or agency and state the test results; and indicate whether the material, product, or system has passed or failed the test. SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data (OM)

Data that is furnished by the manufacturer, or the system provider, to the equipment operating and maintenance personnel, including manufacturer's help and product line documentation necessary to maintain and install equipment. This data is needed by operating and maintenance personnel for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of the item.

This data is intended to be incorporated in an operations and maintenance manual or control system.

SD-11 Closeout Submittals (CS)

Documentation to record compliance with technical or administrative requirements or to establish an administrative mechanism.

Special requirements necessary to properly close out a construction contract. For example, Record Drawings and as-built drawings. Also, submittal requirements necessary to properly close out a major phase of construction on a multi-phase contract.

1.2.2 Approving Authority

Office or designated person authorized to approve submittal.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with this section.

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SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Submittal Register ; G

1.4 SUBMITTAL CLASSIFICATION

Submittals are classified as follows:

1.4.1 Architect-Engineer (A/E)

Architect-Engineer (A/E) review is required for designated submittals.

Within the terms of the Contract Clause SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION, they are considered to be "shop drawings." Contractor to provide the Government with the number of copies designated hereinafter of all A/E approved submittals.

1.4.2 Government Approved Submittals (G)

Within the terms of the Contract Clause 52.236-21 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION, these are considered to be "shop drawings."

1.4.3 For Information Only Submittals (FIO)

These are not considered to be "shop drawings" within the terms of the Contract Clause referred to above.

1.5 PREPARATION

1.5.1 Transmittal Form

Use the sample transmittal form, (ENG Form 4025-R), at the end of this specification section, for submitting both Government approved and for information only submittals.

1.5.2 Electronic File Format

Provide submittals in electronic format, with the exception of material samples required for SD-04 Samples items. In addition to the electronic submittal, provide two (2) hard copies of the submittals. These hard copies will be retained by the Government. If the contractor wants hard copies returned, these must be provided in the quantity desired to be returned - not to exceed four (4) each. Compile the submittal file as a single, complete document, to include the Transmittal Form described above. Name the electronic submittal file specifically according to its contents, coordinate the file naming convention with the Contracting Officer. Electronic files must be of sufficient quality that all information is legible. Use PDF as the electronic format, unless otherwise specified or directed by the Contracting Officer. Index and bookmark files exceeding 30 pages to allow efficient navigation of the file. When required, the electronic file must include a valid electronic signature, or scan of a signature.

Email electronic submittal documents fewer than 10MB to an email address as directed by the Contracting Officer. Provide electronic documents over 10MB on an optical disc, or through a secure electronic file sharing system.

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1.6 QUANTITY OF SUBMITTALS

1.6.1 Number of Samples SD-04 Samples

1. Submit one sample, or one set of samples showing range of variation, of each required item. The sample or set of samples will be retained by approving authority.

2. Submit one sample panel or provide one sample installation where directed. Include components listed in technical section or as directed.

3. Submit one sample installation, where directed.

4. Submit one sample of non-solid materials.

1.6.2 Number of Copies of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Submit four copies of O&M Data to the Contracting Officer for review and approval.

1.7 INFORMATION ONLY SUBMITTALS

Normally submittals for information only will not be returned. Approval of the Contracting Officer is not required on information only submittals. The Government reserves the right to require the Contractor to resubmit any item found not to comply with the contract. This does not relieve the Contractor from the obligation to furnish material conforming to the plans and specifications; will not prevent the Contracting Officer from requiring removal and replacement of nonconforming material incorporated in the work; and does not relieve the Contractor of the requirement to furnish samples for testing by the Government laboratory or for check testing by the Government in those instances where the technical specifications so prescribe.

1.8 SUBMITTAL REGISTER

Attached at the end of this specification section is a submittal register showing items of equipment and materials for which submittals are required by the specifications. Prepare and maintain the submittal register, as the work progresses. Do not change data which is output in columns (c), (d), (e), and (f) as delivered by Government; retain data which is output in columns (a), (g), (h), and (i) as approved. This list may not be all inclusive and additional submittals may be required. The Government will provide the initial submittal register in electronic format with the following fields completed, to the extent that will be required by the Government during subsequent usage.

Column (c): Lists specification section in which submittal is required.

Column (d): Lists each submittal description (SD No. and type, e.g. SD-02 Shop Drawings) required in each specification section.

Column (e): Lists one principal paragraph in specification section where a material or product is specified. This listing is only to facilitate locating submitted requirements. Do not consider entries in column (e) as limiting project requirements.

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Thereafter, the Contractor is to track all submittals by maintaining a complete list, including completion of all data columns, including dates on which submittals are received and returned by the Government.

1.8.1 Use of Submittal Register

Submit submittal register. Submit project schedule. Verify that all submittals required for project are listed and add missing submittals.

Coordinate and complete the following fields on the register submitted with the QC plan and the project schedule:

Column (a) Activity Number: Activity number from the project schedule.

Column (g) Contractor Submit Date: Scheduled date for approving authority to receive submittals.

Column (h) Contractor Approval Date: Date Contractor needs approval of submittal.

Column (i) Contractor Material: Date that Contractor needs material delivered to Contractor control.

1.8.2 Contractor Use of Submittal Register

Update the following fields with each submittal throughout contract.

Column (b) Transmittal Number: Contractor assigned list of consecutive numbers.

Column (j) Action Code (k): Date of action used to record Contractor's review when forwarding submittals to QC.

Column (l) List date of submittal transmission.

Column (q) List date approval received.

1.8.3 Approving Authority Use of Submittal Register

Update the following fields in the program utilized by Contractor.

Column (b) Transmittal Number: Contractor assigned list of consecutive numbers.

Column (l) List date of submittal receipt.

Column (m) through (p) List Date related to review actions.

Column (q) List date returned to Contractor.

1.8.4 Copies Delivered to the Government

Deliver one copy of submittal register updated by Contractor to Government with each invoice request.

1.9 VARIATIONS

Variations from contract requirements require Government approval pursuant

SECTION 01 33 00 Page 6 to contract Clause FAR 52.236-21 and will be considered where advantageous to Government.

1.9.1 Considering Variations

Discussion with Contracting Officer prior to submission will help ensure functional and quality requirements are met and minimize rejections and re-submittals. When contemplating a variation which results in lower cost, consider submission of the variation as a Value Engineering Change Proposal (VECP), see clause 52.248-3..

Specifically point out variations from contract requirements in transmittal letters. Failure to point out deviations may result in the Government requiring rejection and removal of such work at no additional cost to the Government.

1.9.2 Proposing Variations

When proposing variation, deliver written request to the Contracting Officer, with documentation of the nature and features of the variation and why the variation is desirable and beneficial to Government, including the DOR's written analysis and approval. If lower cost is a benefit, also include an estimate of the cost savings. In addition to documentation required for variation, include the submittals required for the item.

Clearly mark the proposed variation in all documentation.

Check the column "variation" of ENG Form 4025 (transmittal form) for submittals which include proposed deviations requested by the Contractor.

Set forth in writing the reason for any deviations and annotate such deviations on the submittal. The Government reserves the right to rescind inadvertent approval of submittals containing unnoted deviations.

1.9.3 Warranting that Variations are Compatible

When delivering a variation for approval, Contractor, including its Designer(s) of Record (DOR), warrants that this contract has been reviewed to establish that the variation, if incorporated, will be compatible with other elements of work.

1.9.4 Review Schedule Extension

In addition to normal submittal review period, a period of 14 calendar days will be allowed for consideration by the Government of submittals with variations.

1.10 SCHEDULING

Schedule and submit concurrently submittals covering component items forming a system or items that are interrelated. Include certifications to be submitted with the pertinent drawings at the same time. No delay damages or time extensions will be allowed for time lost in late submittals.

1. Coordinate scheduling, sequencing, preparing and processing of submittals with performance of work so that work will not be delayed by submittal processing. Allow for potential resubmittal of requirements.

2. Submittals called for by the contract documents will be listed on the

SECTION 01 33 00 Page 7 register. If a submittal is called for but does not pertain to the contract work, the Contractor is to include the submittal in the register and annotate it "N/A" with a brief explanation. Approval by the Contracting Officer does not relieve the Contractor of supplying submittals required by the contract documents but which have been omitted from the register or marked "N/A."

3. Re-submit register and annotate monthly by the Contractor with actual submission and approval dates. When all items on the register have been fully approved, no further re-submittal is required.

4. Carefully control procurement operations to ensure that each individual submittal is made on or before the Contractor scheduled submittal date shown on the approved "Submittal Register."

1.11 GOVERNMENT APPROVING AUTHORITY

When approving authority is Contracting Officer, the Government will:

1. Note date on which submittal was received.

2. Review submittals for approval within scheduling period specified and only for conformance with project design concepts and compliance with contract documents.

3. Identify returned submittals with one of the actions defined in paragraph REVIEW NOTATIONS and with markings appropriate for action indicated.

Upon completion of review of submittals requiring Government approval, stamp and date submittals. Two copies of the submittal will be retained by the Contracting Officer and zero copies of the hard copy submittals will be returned to the Contractor, unless additonal hard copies have been provided for this purpose.

1.11.1 Review Notations

Contracting Officer review will be completed no later than 30 calendar days after receipt by the Government. Submittals will be returned to the Contractor with the following notations:

1. Submittals marked "approved" or "accepted" authorize the Contractor to proceed with the work covered.

2. Submittals marked "approved as noted" or "approved, except as noted, resubmittal not required," authorize the Contractor to proceed with the work covered provided he takes no exception to the corrections.

3. Submittals marked "not approved" or "disapproved," or "revise and resubmit," indicate noncompliance with the contract requirements or design concept, or that submittal is incomplete. Resubmit with appropriate changes. No work shall proceed for this item until resubmittal is approved.

4. Submittals marked "not reviewed" will indicate submittal has been previously reviewed and approved, is not required, does not have evidence of being reviewed and approved by Contractor, or is not complete. A submittal marked "not reviewed" will be returned with an explanation of the reason it is not reviewed. Resubmit submittals

SECTION 01 33 00 Page 8 returned for lack of review by Contractor or for being incomplete, with appropriate action, coordination, or change.

1.12 DISAPPROVED OR REJECTED SUBMITTALS

Make corrections required by the Contracting Officer. If the Contractor considers any correction or notation on the returned submittals to constitute a change to the contract drawings or specifications; notice as required under the FAR clause entitled CHANGES, is to be given to the Contracting Officer. Contractor is responsible for the dimensions and design of connection details and construction of work. Failure to point out deviations may result in the Government requiring rejection and removal of such work at the Contractor's expense.

If changes are necessary to submittals, make such revisions and submission of the submittals in accordance with the procedures above. No item of work requiring a submittal change is to be accomplished until the changed submittals are approved.

1.13 APPROVED/ACCEPTED SUBMITTALS

The Contracting Officer's approval or acceptance of submittals is not to be construed as a complete check.

Approval or acceptance will not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist, as the Contractor is responsible for the project quality control.

After submittals have been approved or accepted by the Contracting Officer, no resubmittal for the purpose of substituting materials or equipment will be considered unless accompanied by an explanation of why a substitution is necessary.

1.14 APPROVED SAMPLES

Approval of a sample is only for the characteristics or use named in such approval and is not be construed to change or modify any contract requirements. Before submitting samples, the Contractor to assure that the materials or equipment will be available in quantities required in the project. No change or substitution will be permitted after a sample has been approved.

Match the approved samples for materials and equipment incorporated in the work. If requested, approved samples, including those which may be damaged in testing, will be returned to the Contractor, at his expense, upon completion of the contract. Samples not approved will also be returned to the Contractor at its expense, if so requested.

Failure of any materials to pass the specified tests will be sufficient cause for refusal to consider, under this contract, any further samples of the same brand or make of that material. Government reserves the right to disapprove any material or equipment which previously has proved unsatisfactory in service.

Samples of various materials or equipment delivered on the site or in place may be taken by the Contracting Officer for testing. Samples failing to meet contract requirements will automatically void previous approvals. Contractor to replace such materials or equipment to meet contract requirements.

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Approval of the Contractor's samples by the Contracting Officer does not relieve the Contractor of his responsibilities under the contract.

1.15 STAMPS

Stamps used by the Contractor on the submittal data to certify that the submittal meets contract requirements are to be similar to the following:

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| CONTRACTOR |

| (Firm Name) | | _____ Approved | | _____ Approved with corrections as noted on submittal data and/or | | attached sheets(s) |

| SIGNATURE: __________________________________________________________ |

| TITLE: ______________________________________________________________ |

| DATE: _______________________________________________________________ |

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM F855 (2015) Standard Specifications for Temporary Protective Grounds to Be Used on De-energized Electric Power Lines and Equipment

INSTITUTE OF ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERS (IEEE)

IEEE 1048 (2003) Guide for Protective Grounding of Power Lines

IEEE C2 (2017) National Electrical Safety Code

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)

NFPA 241 (2013; Errata 2015) Standard for Safeguarding Construction,Alteration, and Demolition Operations

NFPA 51B (2014) Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work

NFPA 70 (2017) National Electrical Code

NFPA 70E (2015; ERTA 1 2015) Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2014) Safety and Health Requirements Manual

U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)

29 CFR 1910.147 Control of Hazardous Energy (Lock Out/Tag Out)

29 CFR 1926.16 Rules of Construction

1.2 DEFINITIONS

1.2.1 Competent Person (CP)

The CP is a person designated in writing, who, through training, knowledge

SECTION 01 35 26 Page 1 and experience, is capable of identifying, evaluating, and addressing existing and predictable hazards in the working environment or working conditions that are dangerous to personnel, and who has authorization to take prompt corrective measures with regards to such hazards.

1.2.2 High Risk Activities

High Risk Activities are activities that involve work at heights, crane and rigging, excavations and trenching, scaffolding, electrical work, and confined space entry.

1.2.3 High Visibility Accident

A High Visibility Accident is any mishap which may generate publicity or high visibility.

1.2.4 Load Handling Equipment (LHE)

LHE is a term used to describe cranes, hoists and all other hoisting equipment (hoisting equipment means equipment, including crane, derricks, hoists and power operated equipment used with rigging to raise, lower or horizontally move a load).

1.2.5 Medical Treatment

Medical Treatment is treatment administered by a physician or by registered professional personnel under the standing orders of a physician. Medical treatment does not include first aid treatment even through provided by a physician or registered personnel.

1.2.6 Near Miss

A Near Miss is a mishap resulting in no personal injury and zero property damage, but given a shift in time or position, damage or injury may have occurred (e.g., a worker falls off a scaffold and is not injured; a crane swings around to move the load and narrowly misses a parked vehicle).

1.2.7 Operating Envelope

The Operating Envelope is the area surrounding any crane or load handling equipment. Inside this "envelope" is the crane, the operator, riggers and crane walkers, other personnel involved in the operation, rigging gear between the hook, the load, the crane's supporting structure (i.e. ground or rail), the load's rigging path, the lift and rigging procedure.

1.2.8 Qualified Person (QP)

The QP is a person designated in writing, who, by possession of a recognized degree, certificate, or professional standing, or extensive knowledge, training, and experience, has successfully demonstrated their ability to solve or resolve problems related to the subject matter, the work, or the project.

1.2.9 USACE Property and Equipment

Interpret "USACE" property and equipment specified in USACE EM 385-1-1 as Government property and equipment.

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1.3 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation;

submittals not having a "G" designation are for information only. When used, a designation following the "G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-06 Test Reports

Notifications and Reports

Accident Reports ; G

1.4 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, comply with the most recent edition of USACE EM 385-1-1 , and federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations. Submit matters of interpretation of standards to the appropriate administrative agency for resolution before starting work.

Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern.

1.5 SITE QUALIFICATIONS, DUTIES, AND MEETINGS

1.5.1 Personnel Qualifications

1.5.1.1 Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

Provide an SSHO that meets the requirements of EM 385-1-1 Section 1. The SSHO must ensure that the requirements of 29 CFR 1926.16 are met for the project. The SSHO or an equally-qualified Alternate SSHO must be at the work site at all times to implement and administer the Contractor's safety program. The SSHO and Alternate SSHO must have the required training, experience, and qualifications in accordance with EM 385-1-1 Section 01.A.17, and all associated sub-paragraphs.

If the SSHO is off-site for a period longer than 24 hours, an equally-qualified alternate SSHO must be provided and must fulfill the same roles and responsibilities as the primary SSHO.

1.5.1.1.1 Additional Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO) Requirements and Duties

The SSHO may also serve as the Quality Control Manager. The SSHO may also serve as the Superintendent.

1.5.1.2 Competent Person Qualifications

Provide Competent Persons in accordance with EM 385-1-1 , Appendix Q and herein. Competent Persons for high risk activities include confined space, cranes and rigging, excavation/trenching, fall protection, and electrical work. The CP for these activities must be designated in writing, and meet the requirements for the specific activity (i.e.

competent person, fall protection).

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The Competent Person identified in the Contractor's Safety and Health Program must be on-site at all times when the work that presents the hazards associated with their professional expertise is being performed.

Provide the credentials of the Competent Persons(s) to the the Contracting Officer for information in consultation with the Safety Office.

1.5.2 Personnel Duties

1.5.2.1 Duties of the Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO)

The SSHO must:

a. Conduct daily safety and health inspections and maintain a written log which includes area/operation inspected, date of inspection, identified hazards, recommended corrective actions, estimated and actual dates of corrections. Attach safety inspection logs to the Contractors' daily production report.

b. Conduct mishap investigations and complete required accident reports.

Report mishaps and near misses.

c. Use and maintain OSHA's Form 300 to log work-related injuries and illnesses occurring on the project site for Prime Contractors and subcontractors, and make available to the Contracting Officer upon request. Post and maintain the Form 300A on the site Safety Bulletin Board.

d. Maintain applicable safety reference material on the job site.

e. Attend the pre-construction conference, pre-work meetings including preparatory meetings, and periodic in-progress meetings.

f. Ensure subcontractor compliance with safety and health requirements.

g. Maintain a list of hazardous chemicals on site and their material Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

h. Maintain a weekly list of high hazard activities involving energy, equipment, excavation, entry into confined space, and elevation, and be prepared to discuss details during QC Meetings.

i. Provide and keep a record of site safety orientation and indoctrination for Contractor employees, subcontractor employees, and site visitors.

Superintendent, QC Manager, and SSHO are subject to dismissal if the above duties are not being effectively carried out. If Superintendent, QC Manager, or SSHO are dismissed, project work will be stopped and will not be allowed to resume until a suitable replacement is approved and the above duties are again being effectively carried out.

1.5.3 Meetings

1.5.3.1 Preconstruction Conference

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Site Safety and Occupational Health officer, quality control manager, or any other assigned safety and health professional.

b. Discuss the details of the Contractor's Safety & Health Program.

1.5.3.2 Safety Meetings

Conduct safety meetings to review past activities, plan for new or changed operations, review pertinent aspects of appropriate hazards(by trade), establish safe working procedures for anticipated hazards, and provide pertinent Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) training and motivation.

Conduct meetings at least once a month for all supervisors on the project location. The SSHO, supervisors, foremen, or CDSOs must conduct meetings at least once a week for the trade workers. Document meeting minutes to include the date, persons in attendance, subjects discussed, and names of individual(s) who conducted the meeting. Maintain documentation on-site and furnish copies to the Contracting Officer on request. Notify the Contracting Officer of all scheduled meetings 7 calendar days in advance.

1.6 EMERGENCY MEDICAL TREATMENT

Contractors must arrange for their own emergency medical treatment.

Government has no responsibility to provide emergency medical treatment.

1.7 NOTIFICATIONS and REPORTS

1.7.1 Mishap Notification

Notify the Contracting Officer as soon as practical, but no more than twenty-four hours, after any mishaps, including recordable accidents, incidents, and near misses, as defined in EM 385-1-1 Appendix Q, any report of injury, illness, or any property damage. The Contractor is responsible for obtaining appropriate medical and emergency assistance and for notifying fire, law enforcement, and regulatory agencies. Immediate reporting is required for electrical mishaps, to include Arc Flash; shock;

uncontrolled release of hazardous energy (includes electrical and non-electrical); fall from height (any level other than same surface).

These mishaps must be investigated in depth to identify all causes and to recommend hazard control measures.

Within notification include Contractor name; contract title; type of contract; name of activity, installation or location where accident occurred; date and time of accident; names of personnel injured; extent of property damage, if any; extent of injury, if known, and brief description of accident (for example, type of construction equipment used and PPE…