Attachment_1_Construction_Specifications_Division_1.pdf

NEZ PERCE NATIONAL HISTORICAL PARK

PMIS No. 194373

IMPROVE HEATING, VENTILATION, AND AIR CONDITIONING

(HVAC) SYSTEM IN

SPALDING VISITOR CENTER

CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS, Division 1

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

PACIFIC WEST REGION

7/8/19

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 40 WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 01 27 00 DEFINITION OF CONTRACT PRICE ITEMS

SECTION 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

SECTION 01 32 16 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

SECTION 01 33 23 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 35 23 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES & CONTROLS

SECTION 01 73 40 EXECUTION

SECTION 01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT & DISPOSAL

SECTION 01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

DIVISION 01

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK Pg. 3

SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 BACKGROUND AND PROJECT SUMMARY

A. The Spalding Visitor Center at Nez Perce National Historical Park was constructed in 1982.

The HVAC system including the existing duct work installed at that time. The original water-source heat pumps were replaced with air-source heat pumps in 2014, but the ductwork was not. The existing duct work has fiberglass insulation lining on the inside of the metal ducts.

This insulation has been deteriorating requiring an increased frequency of filter replacement and professional cleaning of the ducts. The 2014 replacement water-sourced heat pumps were designed to match the original heat pump capacities.

B. This project will replace undersized duct work and associated appurtenances, duct doors, fire and volume control dampers, etc. as identified in the project plans.

C. Project Location: This project is located Spalding Visitor Center, Nez Perce National Historical Park, 39063 US-95, Lapwai, ID 83540.

1.2 PUBLIC USE OF THE SITE

General: The project site will be open to the public during construction. The contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. Temporary closures may be permitted with specific prior written approval from the contracting officer.

1.3 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Limit use of the site during the construction period to the project area limits as outlined in the construction drawings. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the project area limits.

B. Park Entry: The contractor shall furnish a list of personnel with phone contact information.

C. Park Regulations: Ensure all personnel (contractors, subcontractors, and vendors) entering or working in the park are familiar with and obey all park regulations. Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity.

D. Working Hours: Regular work hours shall be limited to daylight hours from 7:00 a.m. until

5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding government holidays. Work outside regular hours requires approval from the contracting officer.

E. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within 25 feet of any buildings in the park. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction, and buildings

SECTION 01 11 00 SUMMARY OF WORK Pg. 4 under renovation. Discarding of tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

F. Staging and Storage: Confine storage of equipment and materials to the staging / lay-down / storage areas as established at the preconstruction meeting.

G. Parking: The contractor shall park vehicles and heavy equipment in designated areas for contractor use or as established at the preconstruction meeting. Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along roads or in associated overlooks / pull-outs.

H. Driveways and Entrances: The contractor shall keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the government, government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

I. Preservation of Natural Features: Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restored damaged areas and replace damaged trees, vegetation, and grass at no expense to the government.

J. Refer also to Section 01 11 40 Work Restrictions and Section 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities & Controls.

END OF SECTION 01 11 00

SECTION 01 11 40 WORK RESTRICTIONS Pg. 5

SECTION 01 11 40 WORK RESTRICTIONS

1.1 PARK REGULATIONS

A. General: The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Ensure personnel (contractors or subcontractors) working in the park become familiar with and obey all park regulations, wear hard hats in designated areas, and do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry.

2. Ensure equipment is conspicuously marked for identification.

3. The Contractor shall restrict employees / representatives to the work site and control travel directly to and from the work site.

4. Control and provide security of Contractor-owned equipment and materials at the work site.

Report immediately missing / lost / stolen property to the park dispatch / law enforcement rangers.

5. Areas of the project site require access to sensitive museum collection storage vaults. Access to these vaults will require additional security measures, such as limitations to the duration the vault doors can be open. Coordinating work in these areas will be addressed during the pre-construction conference, and access to these areas can only be approved by the Contracting Officer or designated representative who can also restrict access as needed.

6. Vehicles / Heavy Equipment:

a. Rules of the Road: All vehicles and heavy equipment will comply with posted traffic regulations, including speed limits and double-yellow center lane markings. Vehicles and heavy equipment shall take every safe opportunity to use paved roadside pullouts in order to allow faster moving traffic to pass. Failure to comply with traffic regulations will result in a citation being issued to the driver.

b. Vehicle Parking: Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along park roads or in associated overlooks / pullouts. Vehicles and heavy equipment will be permitted at designated parking areas only.

c. Vehicle Exhaust: All vehicles will be properly maintained to insure that the exhaust produced is within legal limits. Effects of excessive vehicle exhaust may be subject to enforcement of State and Federal laws regarding emissions as well as those regarding threatened and endangered species.

d. Spills: Contractor shall be responsible for any cleanup efforts required in accordance with 40 CFR and all applicable state environmental quality laws regarding disposal and cleanup of hazardous / industrial wastes. Contractor must immediately notify the Contracting Officer of spills.

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e. Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspections: The Contractor, employees, contractors, and subcontractors shall fully cooperate regarding safety inspections of commercial vehicles within the Park. Commercial vehicle safety inspections are conducted unannounced for employee and visitor safety. Vehicles are checked for safety and mechanical deficiencies and for compliance with current state and federal laws and regulations. Driver licenses and medical certificates are also checked.

f. DOT Compliance: All vehicles are to be compliant with all state Department of

Transportation (DOT) requirements including but not limited to driver with appropriate license class, medical examiner card as appropriate with license class, carrying three (3) triangles or three (3) flares, mounted fire extinguisher, and valid DOT safety sticker.

g. Slow Vehicles: The Contractor is to notify the Contracting Officer of slow vehicles that may cause traffic delays or extended traffic lines. Vehicles that are slow are requested to enter the Park AFTER 2:00 p.m. and exit the Park BEFORE sunset.

h. Oversized Vehicles: Oversized vehicles are defined as vehicles where the width of the vehicle or load exceeds one lane (i.e., beyond the center line of the paved road).

Oversized vehicles must not exceed the clearances along the Park road corridor.

Oversized vehicles will require an escort and drivers must avoid driving on the edges of the Park road. The Contractor is to notify the Contracting Officer of oversized vehicles, scheduled dates and estimated arrival times at the park entrance, and the identity of who is escorting the vehicle (e.g., police, contractor, etc.). Vehicles that are oversized are requested to enter the Park AFTER 2:00 p.m. and exit the Park BEFORE sunset.

i. Road Work: Contractor shall provide adequate traffic control, including flaggers on either side of any work performed on the road. Any workers on or near the road must wear highly visible, bright clothing. (See Section 01 50 00 for additional details).

j. Law Enforcement: Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity. Contractor must immediately comply with any instructions issued by a park law enforcement ranger.

k. Road & Weight Restrictions: All vehicle load, weight and size limitations, as established by State law, apply to vehicles operated on the Park road (36 CFR § 4.11).

7. Emergency Medical and Accident Reporting:

a. The Contractor or subcontractor shall contact 911 for any medical emergency or traffic accident occurring within the Park.

b. The Contractor or subcontractor is required to report ANY personal injury and / or property damage incident occurring within the park. This report must be made to a Law Enforcement Ranger at the first available opportunity before leaving the park:

1.2 RESOURCE PROTECTION

SECTION 01 11 40 WORK RESTRICTIONS Pg. 7

A. General: The Park is committed protecting natural and cultural resources found within the park and adjacent lands. The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

1. Invasive Species: The introduction of non-native invasive species can threaten rare and endangered species or can create new populations of non-native species not traditionally found in the park. The contractor is required to inform personnel, subcontractors, and vendors to thoroughly clean all vehicles, equipment, tools, supplies, and materials prior to packing / loading. The park requires, and will perform, inspections to ensure non-transport of non-native species PRIOR to arriving at the park entrance. Contact the resource staff directly at least (3) three days in advance of park entry to arrange for inspection(s) at the loading dock or point of origin.

2. Endangered Species: Endangered species are protected by Federal law. Obey all park regulations. Drivers must obey all traffic laws and keep an eye out for animals on or alongside road. Contact the Park immediately if animal is hit or injured or will not move off of the road.

3. Archaeological Resources: Archaeological resources are physical evidences of past human activity, including evidences of the effects of that activity on the environment.

Archaeological resources are found above and below ground and underwater. The contractor shall appoint an archaeological monitor during all ground-disturbing activities in archaeological sensitive areas. If the monitor discovers resources, the contractor shall stop work or relocate work to a non-sensitive area and contact the contracting officer immediately. Archaeological resources typically found in the park or at the project site will be discussed further at the preconstruction meeting.

END OF SECTION 01 11 40

SECTION 01 27 00 DEFINITION OF CONTRACT ITEMS Pg. 8

SECTION 01 27 00 DEFINITION OF CONTRACT ITEMS

1.1. Refer to Attachment 2, Design Review Memo: Replacing Heating and Air Conditioning Ductwork in

Spalding Visitor’s Center. Contractor shall perform the work of this contract in accordance with Exhibit C, New Mechanical Plans, and Exhibit D, Specifications. The rest of the report is provided as background information.

1.2. LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Item No.1 – Duct Demolition.

This item consists of providing all labor and equipment to remove all items identified in project drawings.

B. Item No.2 – New fan-coil ductwork and insulation – externally wrapped.

This item consists of providing all labor and equipment to install new duct work and insulation identified in project drawings.

C. Item No.3 – New fan-coil ductwork and insulation – internally lined.

This item consists of providing all labor and equipment to install new duct work and insulation identified in project drawings.

D. Item No.4 – Dehumidifiers and humidifiers.

This item consists of providing all labor and equipment to install new humidifiers and dehumidifiers identified in project drawings (in storage and exhibit areas).

END OF SECTION 01 27 00

SECTION 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION Pg. 9

SECTION 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION

1.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Division 01 documents: The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference.

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention Plan.

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses, using Standard Form 1413.

7. Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and worker’s compensation for the

Contactor and all subcontractors.

B. All items listed must be provided to the Contracting Officer before the Pre-Construction Conference is held. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed will not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued

1.2 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: On discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI utilizing the form designated by the Contracting officer.

1. Contracting Officer will not respond to RFIs submitted by other entities controlled by

Contractor.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner to avoid delays in the work.

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

1. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

2. Date.

3. RFI subject.

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

5. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

6. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract

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

7. Contractor’s signature.

8. Requested date for response.

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9. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Include dimensions, thicknesses, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. Contracting Officer’s Action: Contracting Officer will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Contracting Officer will determine the critical nature of each RFI and issue a response accordingly.

1. The following are not considered to be RFIs and will receive no action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for approval of Contractor's means and methods.

d. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract Documents.

e. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

f. Requests for interpretation of Architect's actions on submittals.

g. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

2. Contracting Officer's action may include a request for additional information, in which case time for response will date from time of receipt of additional information.

3. Contracting Officer's action on RFIs may result in the need for a change to the Contract Time or the Contract Sum. All contract changes will be processed following the terms and conditions of the contract.

END OF SECTION 01 31 00

SECTION 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION Pg. 11

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SECTION 01 32 16 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE Pg. 12

SECTION 01 32 16 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

This Section consists of Construction Schedule requirements including but not limited to the following:

Schedule of Values Construction Schedule Requirements.

Construction Schedule Updates.

Purpose: The purpose of the Construction Schedule is to ensure adequate planning, coordination, scheduling, and reporting during execution of the work by the Contractor. The Construction Schedule will assist the Contractor and Contracting Officer in monitoring the progress of the work, evaluating proposed changes, and processing the Contractor's monthly progress payment.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Schedule of Values: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference submit a schedule of dollar values based on the Contract Price Schedule.

Construction Baseline Schedule: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit a baseline schedule, large enough to show entire schedule for entire construction period.

Construction Schedule Updates: Prior to the progress payment request date, submit estimates of the percent completion of each schedule activity and necessary supporting data.

1.3 COORDINATION

Coordinate Construction Baseline Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. 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. Include mobilization, general condition costs, overhead and profit in the total dollar value of unit price items and in the component work activities for each lump-sum item. Do not include mobilization, general condition costs, overhead or profit as a separate item.

SECTION 01 32 16 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE Pg. 13

Do not break down unit price items. Use only the contract price for unit price items.

The total cost of all items shall equal the contract price. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for progress payments.

An acceptable Schedule of Values shall be agreed upon by the Contractor and Contracting Officer before the first progress payment is processed.

2.2 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS

Construction Baseline Schedule: Prepare Construction Baseline Schedule using computerized scheduling software.

Construction Baseline Schedule shall show submittal review, construction start date, work activities / staff resources, activity durations, major milestones, inspection dates, closeout activities, and project end date.

Establish procedures for updating Construction Baseline Schedule and for reporting progress.

Coordinate procedures with progress meeting and payment request dates.

Contracting Officer may request an updated Construction Schedule at any time to confirm progress of the work.

END OF SECTION 01 32 16

SECTION 01 33 23 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES Pg. 14

SECTION 01 33 23 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1.1 GENERAL SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: Submittals may be transmitted using National Park Service form CM-16, attached to the end of this specification section, or comparable form. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the transmittal form.

Complete the general information at the top of the form.

a. Provide all required information based on the submittal type

b. Attach all related documents.

c. Sign the form in the contractor section at the bottom of the form.

2. Physical samples: Complete the transmittal form as outlined above, and deliver the physical sample to the CO (or designee) on site for processing. All comments and actions will be documented on the form.

END OF SECTION 01 33 23

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SECTION 01 35 23 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Pg. 17

SECTION 01 35 23 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SUMMARY

A. General: This section includes establishing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention Plan: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit for review an Accident Prevention Plan. The Contracting Officer will review the proposed Plan. If the plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the Plan within ten (10) days. No progress payments will be made until the Plan is accepted.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with contract clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and

Responsibilities". In case of conflicts between Federal, State, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualifications of Employees:

1. All employees must be physically qualified and able to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. Do not allow employees to perform work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of prescription or illegal drug use, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

3. Operators of vehicles, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be fully capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

1.4 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A project reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, fires, and property damage by accident in excess of one hundred dollars ($100). Notify Contracting Officer immediately in the event of a reportable accident. Within seven (7) days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to Contracting Officer an Accident/Property Damage Report (Form CM-22). Form may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

SECTION 01 35 23 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS Pg. 18

2.1 ACCIDENT PREVENTION PLAN

A. 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 of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. Weekly and monthly safety meetings.

3. First aid procedures.

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.

5. Training, both initial and continuing.

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

2.2 FIRST AID FACILITIES

A. Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

2.3 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

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

3.2 FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY

A. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations).

B. Store hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s and OSHA recommendations.

Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS for each chemical.

1. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the park.

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

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3.3 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition. Clean, sanitize, and repair personal items, as appropriate, before issuing them to another individual.

B. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.4 SAFETY MEETINGS

A. As a minimum, conduct weekly fifteen (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 Contracting Officer within one (1) day after the meeting.

B. Conduct monthly safety meetings for all levels of supervision. Meetings shall be attended by all contractors and subcontractors performing work on the site. Notify the Contracting Officer of meeting dates and times. These meetings shall be used to review the effectiveness of the Contractor's safety effort, to resolve current health and safety problems, to provide a forum for planning safe construction activities, and for updating the Accident Prevention Plan. The Contracting Officers Representative will attend the meeting and enter the results of the meetings into the daily log.

3.5 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. A hard hat 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.

B. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary personal protective equipment at all times. As a minimum, provide six (6) six hard hats for use by visitors.

3.6 TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to an adequate number of personnel to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

B. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

END OF SECTION 01 35 23

SECTION 01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS Pg. 20

SECTION 01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

1.4 SUMMARY

This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract Document requirements. The quality of all work shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

Specified tests, inspections, and related actions do not limit Contractor's other quality assurance and control procedures that facilitate compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

See Divisions 02 through 49 Sections for specific test and inspection requirements.

1.5 DEFINITIONS

Quality Assurance Services: Activities, actions, and procedures performed before and during execution of the work to guard against defects and deficiencies and substantiate that proposed construction will comply with requirements.

Quality Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and after execution of the work to evaluate that actual products incorporated into the work and completed construction comply with requirements.

Preconstruction Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed specifically for the project before products and materials are incorporated into the work to verify performance or compliance with specified criteria.

Product Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL), a National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP), or a testing agency qualified to conduct product testing, to establish product performance and compliance with industry standards.

Source Quality Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed at the source, i.e., plant, mill, factory, or shop.

Field Quality Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed on-site for installation of the work and for completed work.

Testing Agency or Laboratory: An entity engaged to perform specific tests, inspections, or both. Testing laboratory shall mean the same as testing agency.

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Installer/Applicator/Erector: Contractor or another entity engaged by Contractor as an employee, Subcontractor, or Sub-subcontractor, to perform a particular construction operation, including installation, erection, application, and similar operations.

Using a term such as “carpentry” does not imply that certain construction activities must be performed by accredited or unionized individuals of a corresponding generic name, such as “carpenter.” It also does not imply that requirements specified apply exclusively to trades people of the corresponding generic name.

1.6 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

Reference Standards: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer uncertainties and requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to Contracting Officer for a decision before proceeding.

Minimum Quality Levels: The quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum provided or performed. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits. To comply with these requirements, indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, as appropriate, for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to Contracting Officer for a decision before proceeding.

1.7 SUBMITTALS

Quality Control Plan:

After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit for approval a written Contractor Quality Control (CQC) plan.

If the plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the plan within 10 days.

The Government reserves the right to require changes in the plan during the contract period as necessary to obtain the quality specified.

No change in the approved plan may be made without written concurrence by the Contracting Officer.

Qualification Data: For testing agencies specified in “Quality Assurance” Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include proof of qualifications in the form of a recent report on the inspection of the testing agency by a recognized authority.

Contractor's Quality Control Daily Reports: Submit showing all inspections and tests on the first workday following the date covered by the report. Quality Control Supervisor shall utilize the forms attached at the end of this Section.

Test Reports

Test reports shall be completed by the person performing the test.

Submit Daily Test Information Sheets with Quality Control Daily Reports.

Submit failing test results and proposed remedial actions within four hours of noted deficiency.

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Submit three copies of complete test results no later than one calendar day after the test was performed.

Off-Site Inspection Reports: Submit prior to shipment.

If the CQC plan and Quality Control Daily Reports are not submitted as specified, the Contracting Officer may retain all payments until such time a plan is accepted and implemented, or may retain payments for work completed on days there are no Quality Control Daily Reports.

Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For NPS records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the work.

1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE

General: Qualifications paragraphs in this Article establish the minimum qualification levels required;

individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.

Contractors Quality Control Staff:

The Contractor's designated Quality Control Supervisor shall be on the project site whenever contract work is in progress.

The Contractor's job supervisory staff may be used to assist the Quality Control Supervisor supplemented, as necessary, by additional certified testing technicians.

Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing products or systems similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

Testing Agency Qualifications: An NRTL, an NVLAP, or an independent agency with the experience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated, as documented according to ASTM E 329; and with additional qualifications specified in individual Sections; and where required by Contract, is acceptable to the Contracting Officer.

NRTL: A nationally recognized testing laboratory according to 29 CFR 1910.7.

NVLAP: A testing agency accredited according to NIST's National Voluntary Laboratory

Accreditation Program.

All measuring devices, laboratory equipment, and instruments shall be calibrated at established intervals against certified standards in accordance with NIST requirements. Upon request, measuring and testing devices shall be made available for use by the Government for verification tests.

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Factory-Authorized Service Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative of manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

1.9 QUALITY CONTROL

The Contractor is responsible for all testing and inspections, including Structural Tests and Special Inspections (STSI), as identified in the Statement of Structural Tests and Special Inspections (STSI) (see attached). Inspect and test work as needed to ensure that the quality of materials, workmanship, construction, finish, and functional performance are in compliance with applicable specifications, drawings, and those required by the Building Code.

Engage a qualified testing agency to perform these quality-control services.

Submit the appropriate report, for each quality-control service.

Testing and inspecting requested by Contractor and not required by the Contract Documents are

Contractor's responsibility.

The Contracting Officer may designate test locations.

Manufacturer's Field Services: Where indicated, engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect field-assembled components and equipment installation, including service connections.

Report results in writing.

Re-testing/Re-inspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor's responsibility, provide quality-control services, including retesting and re-inspecting, for construction that replaced work that failed to comply with the Contract Documents.

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

Notify Contracting Officer and Contractor promptly of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the work during performance of its services.

Determine the location from which test samples will be taken and in which in-situ tests are conducted.

Conduct and interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from requirements.

Submit 3 copies of the certified written report of each test, inspection, and similar quality-control service through Contractor.

Do not release, revoke, alter, or increase the Contract Document requirements or approve or accept any portion of the work.

Associated Services: Cooperate with agencies performing required tests, inspections, and similar quality-control services, and provide reasonable auxiliary services as requested. Notify agency sufficiently in advance of operations to permit assignment of personnel. Provide the following:

Access to the work.

Incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate tests and inspections.

Adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing and inspecting.

Assist agency in obtaining samples.

Facilities for storage and field curing of test samples.

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Delivery of samples to testing agencies.

Preliminary design mix proposed for use for material mixes that require control by testing agency.

Security and protection for samples and for testing and inspecting equipment at Project site.

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

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

1.10 QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

The Quality Control Plan shall include:

A list of personnel responsible for quality control and assigned duties. Include each person's qualifications.

A copy of a letter of direction to the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor outlining assigned duties.

Names, qualifications, and descriptions of laboratories to perform sampling and testing, and samples of proposed report forms.

Methods of performing, documenting, and enforcing quality control of all work.

Methods of monitoring and controlling environmental pollution and contamination as required by regulations and laws.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

1.11 OFF-SITE CONTROL

Items that are fabricated or assembled off-site shall be inspected for quality control at the place of fabrication.

1.12 ON-SITE CONTROL

Notification:

Notify the Contracting Officer at least 7 days in advance of the preparatory phase meeting.

Notify the Contracting Officer at least 3 days in advance of the initial and follow-up phases.

Preparatory Phase: Perform before beginning each feature of work.

Review control submittal requirements with personnel directly responsible for quality assurance and quantity control of the work. As a minimum, the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor and the foreman responsible for the feature of work shall be in attendance.

Review all applicable specifications sections and drawings related to the feature of work.

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Ensure that copies of all referenced standards related to sampling, testing, and execution for the feature of work are available on site.

Ensure that provisions have been made for field control testing.

Examine the work area to ensure that all preliminary work has been completed.

Verify all field dimensions and advise the Contracting Officer of discrepancies with contract documents.

Ensure that necessary equipment and materials are at the project site and that they comply with approved shop drawings and submittals.

Document all preparatory phase activities and discussions on the Contractor's Quality Control

Daily Report.

Initial Phase:

As soon as work begins, inspect and test a representative portion of a particular feature of work for quality of workmanship.

Review control testing procedures to ensure compliance with contract requirements.

Document all initial phase activities and discussions on the Contractor's Quality Control Daily

Report. Exact location of initial phase shall be indicated for future reference and comparison with follow-up phases.

Follow-Up Phase: Inspect and test as work progresses to ensure compliance with contract requirements until completion of work.

Additional Preparatory and Initial Phases: Additional preparatory and initial phases may be required on the same feature of work for the following reasons:

Quality of on-going work is unacceptable.

Changes occur in the applicable quality control staff, on-site production supervision, or work crew.

Work on a particular feature of work is resumed after a substantial period of inactivity.

1.13 DOCUMENTATION

Maintain Quality Control Daily Reports, Daily Test Report Information Sheets, and Accessibility Inspection Reports (attached) of quality control activities and tests.

Quality Control Daily Reports may not be substituted for other written reports required under clauses of the contract, such as Disputes, Differing Site Conditions, or Changes.

1.14 ENFORCEMENT

The Contractor shall stop work on any item or feature pending satisfactory correction of any deficiency noted by the quality control staff or the Contracting Officer.

1.15 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

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

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Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Specification Sections. Restore patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining areas with durable seams that are as invisible as possible.

Protect construction exposed by or for quality-control service activities.

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

END OF SECTION 01 40 00

CONTRACTOR'S QUALITY CONTROL DAILY REPORT

REPORT NO. _________ SHEET 1 OF _________

PROJECT

CONTRACT NO.

DATE

PARK

CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATIVE ON THE JOB

WEATHER (Rain, Snow, Cloudy, Windy, etc.)

RAINFALL

Inches

TEMPERATURE GROUND CONDITIONS (Dry, Damp, Wet, Frozen, etc.)

MAX.

MIN.

1. PRIME CONTRACTOR

NO. EMPLOYEES BY JOB CATEGORIES Hours HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON

JOB

NO. UNITS HRS. WORKING

YES NO Comments

WORK PERFORMED BY PRIME CONTRACTOR:

MATERIALS DELIVERED OFFICIAL VISITORS TO SITE

2A. SUBCONTRACTOR, _____________________________________________: (If more than one subcontractor use copies of following page.)

NO. EMPLOYEES BY JOB CATEGORIES Hours HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON

JOB

NO. UNITS HRS. WORKING

WORK PERFORMED BY SUBCONTRACTOR:

3. SPECIFIC INSPECTIONS: (Inspections performed, results, and corrective actions)

4. TESTING: 1 Check if any testing was performed today. (Complete and attach Test Report Information Sheets.)

Type and Location of Testing: ____________________________________________________________________________________

5. VERBAL INSTRUCTION RECEIVED FROM GOVERNMENT ON CONSTRUCTION DEFICIENCIES OR RE-TESTING

REQUIRED:

6. REMARKS:

7. CERTIFICATION:

I certify that the above report is complete and correct and that I, or my authorized representative, have inspected all work performed this day by the prime contractor and each subcontractor and determined that all materials, equipment, and workmanship are in strict compliance with the plans and specifications except as may be noted above. ____________________________________________________________ Contractor's Quality Control Representative

SUBCONTRACTOR WORK CONTINUED:

CONTRACT NO. REPORT NO. _______

SHEET ____ OF ____

2 SUBCONTRACTOR,

NO. EMPLOYEES BY JOB CATEGORIES Hours HEAVY EQUIPMENT ON

JOB

NO.

UNITS

HRS. WORKING

2 SUBCONTRACTOR,

JOB

NO.

UNITS

JOB

NO.

UNITS

JOB

NO.

UNITS

YES NO COMMENTS

DAILY TEST REPORT INFORMATION SHEET

CONTRACT NO._________________________ REPORT NO. _____________

SHEET _____ OF _________

1. Individual Making Inspection or Test:

2. Testing Laboratory; Name: Phone #:

Address:

3. Description of Work and Test Method:

4. Location of Samples and Tests or Inspections:

5. Specification Section:

6. Inspection or Test Data:

7. Test Results and Interpretations of Test Results:

8. Comments or Professional Opinion About Compliance of Inspected Work or Tested Work with contract Document Requirements:

9. Recommendations:

10. Corrective Actions Taken:

CERTIFICATION:

I certify that the above testing report is complete and correct and that all testing performed this day for this contract is in strict compliance with the plans and specifications except as noted above.

Signature of Inspector

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SECTION 01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES & CONTROLS

1.1 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

A. General: The contractor will be allowed to set up temporary facilities and controls as outlined. All temporary facilities and controls shall be removed from the site before final acceptance of the work.

1. Temporary Utilities: The following utilities are available for use at the project site:

a. Electrical Power Service: Electrical power service is available from facilities at or near the project site for use on the contract without charge. Provide all connections and extensions of services in a safe manner in compliance with NEC, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations.

b. Water Service: Potable water service is available from facilities at or near the project site for use on the contract without charge. Provide all connections and extensions of services with proper backflow prevention devices in compliance with AWWA standards and local regulations.

c. Sanitary Facilities: Restrooms are available from facilities at or near the project site for use on the contract without charge.

2. Temporary Sheds of Field Offices: The construction of temporary sheds, field offices, or structures will not be allowed at the project site. If the contractor requires a temporary office space with a phone connection, the government will attempt to make these accommodations without charge.

3. Site Enclosure Fence: For uncontrolled sites, the contractor shall construct an enclosure fence, barrier, or partition to prevent people and animals from entering the site except by gates / doors.

4. Traffic Controls: The contractor shall erect and maintain barricades, danger signals, and warning signs in accordance with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), 2009 edition. The contractor shall provide adequate traffic control, including flaggers or either side of any work performed in the road. Any workers on or near the road must wear highly visible, bright clothing.

END OF SECTION 01 50 00

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SECTION 01 73 40 EXECUTION

PART 1 - EXECUTION

1.1 EXAMINATION

Existing Conditions: The existence and location of site improvements, utilities, and other construction indicated as existing are not guaranteed.

Before beginning work, investigate and verify the existence and location of systems, utilities, and other construction affecting the Work.

Verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with existing finishes or primers.

Examine roughing-in for mechanical and electrical systems to verify actual locations of connections before equipment and fixture installation.

Examine walls, floors, and roofs for suitable conditions where products and systems are to be installed.

1.2 PREPARATION

Field Measurements: Take field…