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These are the project specifications for an asbestos abatement project at the US 12 Dorm located at 64 W Dunes Highway in Chesterton, Indiana, within Indiana Dunes National Park. The project involves removing approximately 830 square feet of 9" x 9" brown and green floor tiles along with their corresponding black mastic, including removing any carpet or previous tile layers installed over the old tiles. The contractor must follow all OSHA and Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) regulations to ensure safe asbestos material removal and site preparation, with the work to be completed within 60 calendar days after August 25, 2025, when the building is unoccupied. The project specifications include detailed requirements for contractor qualifications, safety procedures, environmental protections, waste disposal, and compliance with federal and local safety standards.

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Div. 1 V. 2023-11-11 Page | 1

Indiana Dunes National Park

1100 Mineral Springs Rd. Porter, In 46304

Asbestos Abatement

PMIS 326875

Drawing No:

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

2025-03-24

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements Section 02 82 33 – Removal and Disposal of Asbestos-Containing Materials

APPENDIX A -SITE PLAN & PHOTOGRAPGS

APPENDIX B - NESHAP

APPENDIX C – ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS GROUP, INC.

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SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: The original building was built in 1970 and is a combination of Mansory and wood.

This facility is known as the US 12 Dorm. This building serves as a housing unit to INDU's seasonal and temporary employees.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: 64 W Dunes Hwy, Chesterton, In 46304 – Porter Co.

B. Work consists of: This project involves the asbestos abatement of approximately 830 square feet of 9" x 9" tiles (in brown and green) along with their corresponding black mastic. The contractor is required to remove any carpet or previous tile layers that were installed over the old 9" x 9" tiles and mastic containing asbestos. The contractor must adhere to all OSHA and

IDEM regulations and notifications to ensure the safe removal of asbestos materials and properly prepare the site in accordance with federal and local safety standards.

C. All work will be performed under a single contract.

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within The project shall be completed within a period of 60 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed. Period of performance to occur after August 25, 2025 once the building isn't occupied.

a. Clarification: The Notice to Proceed will be issued with a period of performance that is all inclusive of supply lead times, material deliveries, decommissioning, installation, anticipated average weather days for location, final commissioning, and acceptance of completed work. The contractor will be expected to provide a project schedule with adequate critical path details to ensure all work is completed within the stated calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed. If weather impacts project beyond typical average weather patterns, contractor shall provide documentation in request for additional days.

1.3 Existing Condition Protections:

A. Preservation of Historical and Archeological Fabric:

i. The Historic and Archeological Data Preservation Act of 1974 provides for the preservation of historical and archeological data that might otherwise be lost as the result of alterations to the terrain caused by a federal or federally licensed activity or program.

ii. IF, in connection with operations under this contract, the Contractor, subcontractors, or employees of any of them, discovers, encounters or becomes aware of any possible historical or archeological remains or data, objects or sites

Page | 4 of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts not specifically noted within the contract. The

Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity and continue work in other areas outside a 50 foot radius of discovery and notify the

Contracting Officer immediately. When safe to do so, follow up in writing with photographs within 2 days, giving the location and nature of the findings. No objects of cultural resource value may be removed. Contracting Officer will contact other entities as required.

iii. Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the Contracting Officer may order delays in the time of performance and/or changes in the work. If such delays and/or changes are ordered, the time of performance and contract price shall be adjusted in accordance with Changes clause.

iv. The Contractor will be responsible for protecting the cultural resources within and adjacent to the project area from damage. In addition, the Contractor will be liable for all damage to the cultural resources caused by their actions or the actions of their agents or representatives. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer or their representative if any damage occurs to any cultural resource and immediately suspend work in the area in which damage has occurred until authorized to proceed.

v. The Contractor agrees to include this language within all subcontracts.

B. The structure or structures involved in this project are not historic.

C. There is no excavation required for this project.

ITEM 2 – PROTECTING EXISTING UTILITIES

2.1 Protecting Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR) and utility companies as required to request location services prior to and to coordinate any excavation/digging operations, and/or for demolition if within Scope of Work.

2.2 Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities on site or indoors. If contractor damage occurs, alert CO and COR as soon as safely possible, and repair utility at no additional expense to the Government. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, contact CO and COR as soon as safely possible.

2.3 Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated below:

A. Notify CO and COR not less than two business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 to 3 hours. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor for periods longer than stated allowance or if required for critical systems as determined by COR.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

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3.1 Conduct of Operations: At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park

Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

https://www.nps.gov/indu/learn/management/compendium.htm

A. Communications: Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer and COR with methods of communications including land and/or cell phone numbers (note some areas of work have limited service coverage), email and in case of emergency 24-hour contact options for duration of time operations.

B. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein and as required for safety) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting

Officer.

C. Smoking is not permitted within any Federal building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

D. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of

7 AM to 4 PM., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, early morning, or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the CO and COR. Submit requests for work outside of the stated normal business hours to the CO and COR for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

The following Federal holidays are observed by the National Park Service:

New Year’s Day

Inauguration Day

Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday

Washington’s Birthday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth National Independence Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

• Note: Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding

Friday; holidays falling on Sunday will be observed on the following Monday. The specific day that each holiday is recognized for each year can be found at the following site: Federal

Holidays (opm.gov).

3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2022 https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/federal-holidays/#url=2022

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A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to construction area as shown on site plan. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, access roads, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

C. Do Not disturb site outside of noted disturbance area, including earthwork, and clearing of vegetation, to:

1. N/A

Contractor shall provide appropriate matts for equipment on turf areas to reduce soil compaction. Contractor shall remediate soil compaction as directed to do so by the CO/COR.

D. Utilities

1. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum as required.

2. Water Service: Water from existing water system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Use resources wisely and minimize waste of water.

3. Electric Power Service: Electric power from existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Power may or may not meet your construction power tool requirements, provide generators if questionable. Use power in a resourceful manner and avoid excess power waste.

4. Sanitary Operations:

a. Toilets: Contractor shall be able to use the existing park restroom facilities, specific location to be discussed during the preconstruction meeting. The restroom facilities shall be kept in immaculate condition. At the discretion of Park personnel and/or COR;

contractor may lose the use of the restroom facilities if they are not kept clean and orderly. Restroom use will be a “One strike and you’re out” policy. If restroom privileges are revoked Contractor will be required to provide a toilet for contracting personnel, sufficiently lighted and ventilated toilet facilities in weatherproof, sight proof, handicap accessible (if required), sturdy enclosures with privacy locks. Coordinate with COR for approved location.

E. Security and Protection facilities:

1. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with state and federal environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

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2. Cleaning of Equipment: The Contractor shall ensure that prior to moving on to the Project Area, all equipment, is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Ensure that all equipment has been pressure washed and is free of exotic species prior to start-up of operations and moving of equipment to Project Area.

Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds, and other debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools are not required.

3. Tree and Plant protection is not required for this project.

4. Pest Control: Follow best 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 project completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

5. Temporary Enclosures: Provide and maintain temporary enclosures such as snow fence as required for protection of construction in progress and from access by visitors or staff, other construction operations, and similar activities.

6. Hot Work Permit: Not Required

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project staging area noted on the plans/aerial. Specific storage units shall be provided by the contractor and exact location within staging area shown in appendix A below may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing. All storage units provided by the contractor shall be in a clean and acceptable condition to the COR. Security of the materials and equipment on site is the Contractor’s responsibility.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: N/A

3.6 Hauling Restrictions: Contractor shall verify and be responsible for the path accessing the site and obtaining / maintaining all local, state and federal permits/licenses associated with hauling/road requirements and dumping of materials associated with the project.

3.7 Waste Removal, Recycling, and General Housekeeping:

A. Keep project site in a neat, orderly, and safe condition at all times.

1. Contractor is responsible for providing dumpsters for waste and recycling and for removing all waste created by the project. Contractor shall recycle to the highest degree possible and empty dumpsters as necessary to avoid debris on site.

Coordinate with COR for approved dumpster locations prior to commencing construction.

2. Dispose of waste materials and recycling legally outside the park. The contractor shall not use park dumpsters.

3. Address Recycling: Government goal is to salvage and recycle as much nonhazardous construction waste as possible. Use sustainable methods to the extent

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4. For all waste and recycling removals offsite, contractors shall provide estimates and/or tickets to quantify material weights and report back to the park, submit to COR for review and record filing.

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

A. Existing Buildings:

B. New /Existing Buildings Unoccupied:

3.9 Photo Documentation:

A. Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed. Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted preferably electronically by email or optional via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 mega pixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

B. Existing Condition Images:

1. Before starting construction, take color, dated, digital images of project site and adjacent property/roads/etc. that may be impacted by construction activity/traffic. Include existing items to remain or be salvaged from different vantage points and with context for location identification.

C. Construction Progress Images:

1. Document all sub-surface work/ trenches etc. prior to backfill with photos covering enough overall field view to show location and then zoom in for details. (Locations and dimensions shall also be noted on as built drawing set.)

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc.

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

D. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc..

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

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3.10 Fire and Life Safety:

A. As a minimum, conduct one weekly 15 minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman or supervisor and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Topics need to coincide with work scheduled for the following week. Document and submit meeting minutes to the CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

B. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

C. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturers and OSHA

29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements 1926 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration

(osha.gov). Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

1. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the CO, COR, and park.

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

3. Train employees how to respond to a spill and use the emergency response kit.

3.11 Noise and Acoustics Management

A. Contractor shall not have personal radios or other media sources and they shall not be broadcast within NPS property.

B. Noise Control: Perform operations to minimize noise. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR.

C. Repetitive and/or intermittent, high-level noise: Permitted only during Daytime.

a) Coordinate with COR prior to execution

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

4.1 The Contractor shall commence work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Contractor shall coordinate and incorporate long lead and delivery time items within the schedule.

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids.

Contractors will be accountable for understanding existing conditions. No cost changes for items visible during site visit will be allowed.

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, standards and organizations which may be used in/referred within the

Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, may be found linked from the listed page below. On the home page, follow the link under “Contracting and Procurement” labeled “NPS

Reference Standards.” https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926 https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926 https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

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ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

7.1 Description: The work of this section consists of establishing and implementing an effective accident prevention program (APP) and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

7.2 Submittals:

A. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (APP): Submit a site-specific accident prevention (safety) plan. The Plan shall be written to comply with OSHA and project requirements (a generic plan is not acceptable) including but not limited to the following:

1. Name and qualifications of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. First aid and rescue procedures.

3. Training, both initial and continuing.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to provide for property protection and safety of the public, National

Park Service personnel, and Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase, with a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)/Job Safety Analysis (JSA), etc. A sample

JHA template may be provided upon request.

5. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as cave-ins, earthquake, explosions, fires, floods, power outages, slides, and windstorms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

6. Contractor to identify nearest location of medical facility for emergencies

7. Recognition that works will be performed in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage if applicable.

8. Supplemental hazard specific plans may be required IAW 29 CFR 1926 or 1910.

B. Meeting and Inspection Reports: Safety Meetings: As a minimum, conduct 15 minute

"toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Submit a report of safety meetings and inspections to CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

7.3 Qualification of Employees:

A. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner to include operators of vehicles and equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

B. Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

7.4 Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the CO and COR as soon as safely possible and assist the CO and COR and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

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7.5 First Aid Facilities: Provide access to facilities for the number of employees and appropriate to the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

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

7.7 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment at all times.

A. PPE must meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards. Selection shall conform to OSHA

29CFR 1926 Subpart E.

B. A hard hat use area shall be designated by the Contractor. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

C. All PPE will be serviceable at all times. At a minimum, maintain 2 sets of PPE including hard hats and all other Accident Prevention Plan required equipment.

7.8 Hazardous Materials: It shall be the responsibility of all operators and contractors, functioning within the park to properly cleanup, mitigate and remediate if necessary, all unauthorized discharges of hazardous materials or non-hazardous chemical and biological products released from fleet and/or other support vehicles or stationary sources. Response shall be consistent with guidelines established by federal, state, and local regulations, and as outlined within the operator's Safety or Hazardous Materials Business Plan.

A. If a spill, leak, or other release occurs, the operator shall as soon as possible, without impeding cleanup, notify the local 911 Emergency Response, COR and or the National Park

Service Emergency Dispatch.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

8.1 If the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend. The Contracting Officer’s notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by subcontractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed. See Item 9.1C below.

ITEM 9 - SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Contracting Submittal Procedures:

A. General: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Technical Specification

Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections.

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted via electronic email using

National Park Service form CM-16 form. The form will be provided by the Contracting

Officer. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Submit completed CM-16 forms to the CO and the COR

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B. Submittal List: administrative required submittals are listed below in 9.1.C and does not include technical section submittal requirements included in each technical section.

C. Preconstruction Conference Submittal: Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation, and any applicable bonds, must be submitted within 10 calendar days of Notice of Award. The following items are to be submitted prior to the

Preconstruction Conference or as specified at the CO’s discretion. The timeline for the documents to be submitted will be addressed at the pre-construction conference for those items that were not received and approved prior. Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies if not resolved as directed.

Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued. Contracting

Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference:

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule. (Must include shop drawings, procurement time including long lead time items, mobilization, trade work progression and completion at minimum.)

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (see section 7 of this document).

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

8. Waste Management Plan. REQUIRED for this project.

9. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP or UPPP) Submitted to AHJ

(Authority Having Jurisdiction). N/A

10. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plan. REQUIRED for this project

11. Contractors Commissioning Plan. N/A

12. Historic Preservation Treatment Plan Submitted to AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction).

N/A

13. List of Construction Permits. Include the following information for each permit:

REQUIRED for this project.

a. Name of Permit.

b. The Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction issuing the permit.

c. Information required from the Government to complete the permit application.

9.2 Project Submittal Process (Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples): Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet and a list of required submittals is included in each technical specification or attached at the end of this document.

A. Shop Drawings: Indicate all coordinating materials and work impacting the installation coordination, connection details, anchorage requirements, hardware locations, and installation details and locations.

1. Submit Shop Drawings according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and two full size hardcopy documents to COR.

B. Product Data: Provide component construction and specification data sheets, anchorage requirements and any other product specific data.

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1. Submit Product Data according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) to COR.

C. Samples: Submit 2 color samples 4” x 6” minimum in size for all product color selections.

Paint samples shall be actual paint finish drawdown for all project colors.

1. Submit Samples CM-16 Transmittal Form according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and physical samples of actual material to COR.

D. For submittals specified above, forward submittals to Contracting Officer and COR at least 15 days before need for approval (depends on length of project).

E. After approving submittals, Contracting Officer and/or COR will return one copy to the

Contractor. If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return all copies to

Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: All brand names noted are subject to ‘or equal’ products. If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 1 manufacturer, the description of the proposed item must reflect the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs as demonstrated by the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet and/or exceed that as specified in the solicitation or relevant specification. Contractor shall incorporate and be responsible for all collateral costs due to the or equal proposed as required to provide a complete project.

A. For each item proposed as an “approved equal,” submit supporting data, including:

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified and with the salient characteristics provided.

3. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

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

5. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists.

Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

B. A request for approval constitutes a representation that General Contractor:

1. Has investigated and shall provide documentation in request showing that the proposed item is equal or superior in all respects to the salient characteristics specified.

2. Will meet or exceed warranties for the proposed item specified.

3. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

4. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

5. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

C. Approved Equals will be evaluated and approved/disapproved during the submittal process.

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9.4 Schedule of Values: Submit the Schedule of Values a minimum of one week prior to the

Preconstruction Conference for COR review. Schedule of Values shall include defined work line items with cost break downs including labor, material, and equipment for COR approval.

9.5 Progress Reporting: The initial Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values are required a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. After the Notice to Proceed is issued and after on-site work begins, progress will be documented via daily logs and by providing an updated Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values when requested, but minimally with each pay application. Submit digital copy electronically (PDF preferred) of all required documents.

Construction Schedules are normally in bar chart form and indicate estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. For a pay application to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner, the following information must either be submitted prior to or accompany submission of the pay application:

A. Daily/weekly progress reports during construction as part of the administration process.

B. Updated Schedule of Values: Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. The Schedule of

Values will form the basis for payment. The work activities broken out within the schedule of values shall be integrated into and made a logical part of the construction baseline schedule submitted under this specification. The total costs for the component work activities shall equal the contract price for that lump-sum item. The Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. A sample Schedule of Values format may be provided upon request.

ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

10.1 It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide temporary services, equipment, tools, and skilled labor as required for the chosen means and methods to perform the work in accomplishing this

Contract.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

11.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures working toward Final Acceptance.

11.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. Move attic stock to location coordinated with COR. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for intended use. Inspector holds the right to reschedule if project is not ready for inspection.

11.3 Completion and Final Inspection: Contractor shall submit written certification of project completion and request a final inspection to the Contracting Officer and COR. The Contracting

Officer or designee will make an inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

A. If the work is determined to be complete following the final inspection with minor comments, the COR will prepare and provide the Contractor a Punch List noting outstanding items to be addressed.

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B. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting

Officer will notify Contractor in writing, stating reasons. Contractor, after completing the work according to the Contract Documents, shall resubmit completion and request a new final inspection. Re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

C. Contractor shall complete the Punch List within 30 calendar days, or a time directed by the

CO.

D. Once Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items are accepted, Contracting Officer will issue Letter of Final Acceptance of Work and request the final pay application.

E. If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time frame, the Contracting Officer may correct the work with an appropriate reduction in contract price or charge for re-inspection costs in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

F. Disposition of any permits and warranties required by the specifications in this section.

11.4 Final Acceptance of the Work: After all punch list deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of

Final Acceptance will be issued. A Release of Claims document must be executed and submitted to the Contracting Officer before final payment can occur.

11.5 Warranties

A. Construction Warranty shall be based on date of final acceptance of the work and remain in effect for one year.

B. Provide all manufacturer warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extent of coverage and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall final acceptance.

C. Information shall include operation and maintenance manuals for each warranted product.

ITEM 12 - DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

12.1 Summary

A. The intent of this section is to explain, in general, what is and what is not included in a contract line item, and the limits or cut off points where one item ends, and another begins.

B. If no contract line item exists for a portion of the work, include the costs in a related item.

12.2 List of Contract Line Items

A. Contract Line-Item No. CLIN No. 1 Asbestos Abatement including Mobilization/Demobilization

1. This item consists of CLIN No. 1 Asbestos Abatement including Mobilization/Demobilization.

2. Payment will be made per the contract and percentage of completion level.

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END OF SECTION

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REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF ASBESTOS-CONTAINING MATERIALS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Minimum requirements for hazardous materials handling, control, and abatement activities, as applicable, including, but not necessarily limited to:

1. Hazardous materials controls.

2. Handling and disposal of asbestos-containing building materials (ACBM).

3. Demolition associated with access to hazardous materials.

4. Criteria for abatement zone clearance testing.

5. Criteria for re-occupancy clearance.

6. Test section removals of asbestos-containing materials.

B. Asbestos abatement Scope of Work:

See Division 01 Section 1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents.

2. Preparation of Work Plans to be submitted to the National Park Service for review and acceptance.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

1. E84: "Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials."

2. E119: “Standard Method for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials.”

3. E849: Safety and Health Requirements Relating to Occupational Exposure to Asbestos.”

B. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):

1. Z9.2: “Fundamentals Governing the Design and Operation of Local Exhaust Systems.”

2. Z41.1: “Men’s Safety Toe Footwear.”

3. Z86.1: “Commodity Specification for Air.”

4. Z87.1: “Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection.”

5. Z88.2: “Practices for Respiratory Protection.”

6. Z88.6: “Respiratory Protection - Respiratory Use Physical Qualifications for Personnel.”

7. Z89.1: “Requirements for Industrial Head Protection.”

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C. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

1. Standard 10: “Fire Extinguishers.”

2. Standard 70: “National Electric Code.”

3. Standard 90A: “Fire Rating of Sprayed-On Fireproofing.”

4. Standard 701: "Small Scale Fire Test for Flame Resistant Textiles and Films."

D. Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM):

1. State Notification Form for Demolition and Renovation Projects.

2. Asbestos Handling and Disposal Requirements.

3. IDEM: IDEM Agency Forms (https://www.in.gov/idem/forms/idem-agency-forms/)

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Asbestos Work Class: Activities for removing asbestos materials by categories are as follows:

1. Work Class I: Activity involving removal of TSI and surfacing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or friable presumed asbestos-containing materials (PACM).

2. Work Class II: Activity involving removal of TSI and surfacing asbestos-containing materials (ACM) or friable presumed asbestos-containing materials (PACM).

3. Work Class III: Repair and maintenance operations where TSI or surfacing is likely to be disturbed, which fits within one standard glovebag or waste container under sixty (60) inches.

4. Work Class IV: Maintenance and custodial activities during which employees contact but do not disturb PACM or ACM and activities to clean-up dust, waste and debris resulting from Work Class I, II, and III activities.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Asbestos:

1. Submit the following, in accordance with Section 01 10 00, Division 01 General Requirements, prior to Commencement of the Abatement Work:

a. Proof of current Asbestos Contractor's license (CSLB).

b. Worker documentation, including:

1). Current AHERA training certifications - supervisor/competent persons.

2). Current AHERA training certifications - workers.

3). Respiratory fit test records within the past 12 months minimum, or in compliance with 8 CCR 5144.

4). Medical examination approvals for respirator use within the past 12 months, or in compliance with 8 CCR 5144.

https://www.in.gov/idem/forms/idem-agency-forms/

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c. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for chemicals used.

d. Emergency phone number and pager listing.

e. DOP testing of negative pressure units and HEPA-filtered vacuums.

f. Rotameter calibration data within past six (6) months.

2. Submit the following, in accordance with Section 01 10 00, Division 01 General Requirements, within five (5) calendar days of the request by the Government or within five (5) calendar days of completion of the abatement or hazard control work.

a. Asbestos Management Plan

b. Contractor daily personal air-monitoring data.

c. Updated worker documentation, as needed.

d. Daily boundary access logs.

e. Daily negative pressure records, as applicable.

f. Copies of updated schedules and notices to regulatory agencies, as needed.

g. Receipt and weight tickets from landfill operator or incinerator, as applicable.

h. Copies of completed uniform waste manifests.

i. Certification of Completion.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Qualifications:

1. Asbestos Abatement Work: Only qualified persons shall engage in asbestos abatement activities. All abatement workers shall have AHERA training with annual 8-hour refresher training, current medical exams for the use of respiratory protection, and current fit test of appropriate respirators.

B. Regulatory Requirements: The Contractor shall be alerted to and familiar with the following laws and regulations regarding the hazards, control measures, management, characterizing, transport and disposal of hazardous wastes:

1. Asbestos Abatement Work: All labor, materials, facilities, equipment, services, employees and training, and testing necessary to perform the work required for asbestos abatement and disposal of waste shall be in accordance with these Specifications and the most current regulations, including but not limited to:

a. Environmental Protection Agency NESHAP and AHERA regulations (40 CFR Part 763, as applicable).

b. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (inclusive of OSHA 29

CFR 1926.1101)

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c. Other applicable federal, state, and local governmental regulations pertaining to asbestos-containing materials (ACM) and asbestos waste.

C. Meetings:

1. Pre-Abatement Meeting: a. Prior to any abatement work, the Contractor is to attend a meeting to be attended by representatives of the Government, the Government’s Consultants, the Contractor, the Hazardous Materials Abatement Subcontractor, and other Subcontractors whose work may be affected. The meeting agenda shall include the following considerations:

a. Review of the Specifications and Plans in detail related to the abatement and hazards work. All conflicts and ambiguities, if any, shall be discussed.

b. Review the project conditions, schedule, service contract sequencing, abatement application requirements, and quality of completed work.

Review test removal areas.

c. Review in detail the means of protecting adjoining areas, protect of Contractor’s, Subcontractor’s, Government’s workers, and completed work during the abatement activities. Review test removal areas.

d. Pre-job submittals requirements.

e. Site security requirements.

1.6 TIME LIMITATION AND DELAY CHARGES

A. Complete all asbestos hazard work specified in this Section in no more than the allotted calendar days or work shifts as outlined in the Abatement Work Plan or as otherwise specified in the Contract Documents.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 ASBESTOS WORK - MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. Protective Devices:

1. Temporary wash stations or showers, disposable clothing, respirators, gloves, hard hats, and other required items.

2. Respirators shall protect against asbestos and other appropriate dusts, fumes and mists as approved by:

a. The Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA).

b. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) under provisions of 30 CFR Part 11.

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B. Waste Receptacles: Conform to federal and State regulations, with 6-mil minimum thickness for glovebags or waste bags.

C. Sealants and Polyethylene Sheeting:

1. Polyethylene sheeting shall be flame-retardant and approved and listed by the State Fire Marshal.

a. Thickness and Size: twelve (12) mil thick minimum, unless otherwise specified, sized to minimize the frequency of joints.

b. Flammability: Comply with NFPA Standard 701 with a flame spread rating of no greater than five (<5) and a smoke development rating of no more than seventy (<70) when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 procedures.

2. Sealing Tape shall conform to the following:

a. 2-inches or wider, capable of sealing joints of adjacent sheets of polyethylene and attaching polyethylene sheet to finished or unfinished surfaces or similar materials.

b. Tape shall be capable of adhering under dry and wet conditions, including use of amended water.

3. Preservation Sealing Tape: Type specifically designed for adhering to critical or sensitive surfaces without damage to surface; 3M or equal.

4. Spray adhesives shall not contain methylene chloride or methyl chloroform (1,1,1- trichloroethane) compounds.

5. Fire resistant sealants shall be compatible with concrete, metals, wood, cable jacketing and other materials capable of preventing fire, smoke, water and toxic fumes from penetrating through sealants.

a. Sealants shall be asbestos free and shall have a flame spread, smoke and fuel contribution of zero.

b. Sealants shall be ASTM- and UL-rated for three (3) hours for standard method of fire test for firestop systems.

6. Lagging sealer for enclosing and sealing raw exposed edges of piping, fitting, equipment and duct insulation (as applicable) shall meet the requirements of NFPA 90A. Sealed lagging left in place must be labeled regarding its asbestos content.

D. Surfactants and Encapsulants:

1. Wetting agents or surfactants shall be effective and compatible with the ACM and ACBM being wetted. Review project test section removals.

2. Bridging or penetrating type encapsulants shall have the following characteristics:

a. Water based. Do not utilize an organic solvent in which the solid parts of the encapsulant are suspended.

b. Non-flammable with no methylene chloride.

c. U.L. listed encapsulants, in full-scale ASTM E119 fire test, compatible with W.R. Grace "Retroguard, RG-1" fireproofing with "Spatterkote" Type SKII"

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(24) inches.

d. Compatible with replacement materials, especially mastics, fireproofing, and adhesives.

E. Mastic Removers shall conform to the following:

1. Non-flammable solvent or gel, with a flash point above one hundred and forty degrees Fahrenheit (>140 deg. F.).

2. Solvent waste shall not result in the generation of hazardous waste as described under 22 CCR.

3. Removers shall not contain methylene chloride, halogenated hydrocarbons, or any of the following glycol ethers:

Common Name Abbrev. CAS# Chemical Name ethylene glycol methyl ether EGME 109-86-4 2-methoxyethanol ethylene glycol methyl ether acetate EGMEA 110-49-6 2-methoxyethyl acetate ethylene glycol ethyl ether EGEE 110-80-5 2-ethoxyethanol ethylene glycol ethyl ether acetate EGEEA 111-15-9 2-ethoxyethyl acetate ethylene glycol dimethyl ether EGDME 110-71-4 1,2 dimethoxyethane ethylene glycol diethyl ether EGDEE 629-14-1 1,2 diethoxyethane diethylene glycol DEG 111-46-6 2,2 dihydroxyethyl ether diethylene glycol methyl ether DEGME 111-77-3 2-(2-methoxyethoxy) ethanol diethylene glycol ethyl ether DEGEE 111-90-0 2-(2-ethoxyethoxy) ethanol diethylene glycol dimethyl ether DEGDME 111-90-6 bis(2-methoxyethoxy) ether triethylene glycol dimethyl ether TEGDME 112-49-2 2,5,8,11 tetraoxadodecane dipropylene glycol DPG 110-98-5 2,2 dihydroxyisopropyl ether

APPENDIX A:

LOCATION MAP & PICTURES

PHOTO NO. 1 : Bedroom 4 part of the room and closet area.

PHOTO NO. 2 : back large closet connected to bedroom 4 carpet squares.

PHOTO NO. 3 : This is bedroom 4 with one carpet square removed and showing 9”X 9” tile.

PHOTO NO. 4 : Hallway in the basement looking towards the south exit door.

PHOTO NO. 5 : Looking the other way form picture 4 towards the bathroom.

PHOTO NO. 6 :bedroom 3 looking in fro0m the entrance door and the closet.

PHOTO NO. 7 : Bathroom floor 2 layers of tile no carpet.

PHOTO NO. 8 :bedroom 3 looking in from entrance door.

In all the bedrooms, closets, and hallway, there is carpet and foam padding that will be removed and disposed of properly.

There is black mastic under floor tile that will have to be removed.

Pictures are in the testing report of the tiles in both rooms.

There are heating vents and return air vents in every area that will need to be sealed off and the furnace shut off during removal.

APPENDIX B:

NESHAP NOTIFICATIONS

Indiana Department of Environmental Management

GUIDANCE FOR PREPARING ASBESTOS

DEMOLITION/RENOVATION NOTIFICATIONS

**Per Indiana Rule 326 IAC 14-10-3(1), all notifications to the IDEM must be submitted on State Form Number 44593.

Per 326 IAC 14-10-5, demolition/renovation fees will be assessed quarterly to owners/ Operators submitting notifications during the previous quarter.

I. Type of Notification -326 IAC 14-10-3(4).

A. If this is the original notice, please check the appropriate space on the notification form.

B. If this is a revised notice, please check the appropriate space on the notification form.

The revised notice must be postmarked and sent by certified mail, return receipt requested, at least 5 working days or delivered at least 2 working days before the start date of asbestos stripping or removal specified in: (1) the notice being revised and (2) the new revised notice. Facsimiles will be accepted by the IDEM.

C. All revisions must include a copy of the notice being revised.

D. If this is a canceled notice, please check the appropriate space on the notification form.

E. Courtesy Notification

II. Facility Information - 326 IAC 14-10-3(3)(B) and (R)

A. Either the owner or operator must submit the notice.

B. The owner means the individual(s) who own the property or lease the property.

C. The operator means the asbestos removal contractor or demolition contractor.

D. Specify the name, address, telephone number, Indiana license number and license expiration date, of the:

1. asbestos removal contractor,

2. inspector who conducted the assessment prior to demolition or renovation and

3. project designer required or asbestos projects at schools K-12, or if project designer is used for non-school projects must be licensed.

III. Type of Operation - 326-IAC 14-10-3(3)(C), (O) and (S)

A. Refer to the definitions of demolition, renovation, and emergency renovation Operation in 326-IAC 14-10-2.

B. Ordered demolitions and emergency renovation operations have additional

Notification requirements. Owner/operator must also complete Section XV or XVI of notification form.

C. Demolition by intentional burning must comply with an approved Variance from Opening Burning Regulation 326IAC 4-1.

IV. Is Asbestos Present? - Required by Federal 40 CFR Part 61, Subpart M

A. If asbestos is present, indicate “yes” in the space provided.

B. If asbestos is not present, indicate “no”.

V. Procedures, Including Analytical Methods, if appropriate, Used to Detect the Presence and Amount of Asbestos Material - 326 IAC 14-10-3(3)(E).

Describe how the asbestos was detected and, if samples were analyzed, specify the amount of friable asbestos visually during a walk-through inspections using a tape measure, blueprints, or pacing.

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