1600103 - BID SET - SPECIFICATIONS - VOL 1_signed.pdf

600 Maryland Avenue, S.W. USPS Mail: OPDC Capital Gallery Suite 5001 MRC 511 Washington, D.C. 20024 P.O. Box 37012 Voice: 202.633.6230 Fax: 202.633.6233 Washington, D.C. 20013-7012

SPECIFICATIONS

PROJECT NO.:

PROJECT TITLE:

FACILITY:

DATE:

This project is approved as being in conformance with applicable provisions of the Smithsonian Directive

(SD) 410.

Michael J. Carrancho, P.E., Deputy Director Date

Smithsonian Institution

Office of Planning, Design & Construction

Electrical Fire Protection

12/3/2025

12/4/2025

12/4/2025

VOLUME 1 - DIVISION 01-11

December 5, 2025 SI Facilities Project No. 1600103/EC 20190809

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SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION 010000

S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

TABLE OF CONTENTS

VOLUME 1

DIVISION 1 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

010000 Supplementary Conditions for Construction

PROJECT SUMMARY AND INFORMATION

1. Project Information

2. Summary of Work

3. Contract Time for Completion

4. Schedule of Options for Bid/Proposal

5. Schedule of Unit Prices

6. Bidder/Offeror Examination of Site

7. Availability of Documents

SPECIAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

8. Units of Measure

9. Non-Public, Tenant and Secured Spaces

10. Museum Artifacts and Scientific Research Materials

11. Protection of Historic Properties

12. Commitment to Sustainability

13. Commissioning

CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

14. Hours of Work, Workdays and Government Holidays

15. Conditions Affecting Contractor’s Work

16. Contractor Deliveries, Hauling and Access

17. Dress and Deportment

18. Contractor Parking

19. Eating, Drinking, Smoking and Illegal Substance Abuse

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PROJECT COORDINATION

20. Coordination of Trades

21. Quality Control

22. Permits, Licenses & Fees

23. Utility Service Interruptions and New Connections

24. Smithsonian-Furnished Items Installed by the Contractor

25. Salvage

26. Cutting, Patching and Matching Existing Work

PROTECTION OF THE SITE DURING CONSTRUCTION

27. Protection of the Site

28. Protection of Flora, Fauna and Central Computer Controller Irrigation

System

29. Debris Control and Daily Cleanup

30. Dust and Air Quality Control

31. Noise Control

32. Vermin, Pest and Rodent Control

33. Drilling, Welding and Torch Cutting

TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES

34. Contractor Field Offices, Trailers and Sheds

35. Staging, Storage and Work Areas

36. Sanitary Facilities

37. Temporary Utility Services and Extensions (Not Used)

38. Scaffolding and Platforms

39. Project Signs

MEETINGS

40. Preconstruction Meeting

41. Pre-Condition Survey of the Site

42. Project Meetings

SUBMISSIONS

43. Submittal Definitions

44. Submittals and Reviews

45. Criteria for Product Selection

46. Progress Photographs

47. Contractor Correspondence and Daily Reports

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SAFETY, HEALTH AND FIRE PROTECTION

48. Jobsite Safety

49. Toxic and Hazardous Substances

50. Personal Protective Equipment

51. Barriers, Barricades and Walkways

52. Existing Fire Protection Systems

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

53. General Security Requirements

54. Identification Badges

55. Access and Property Control at the Museum Support Center

56. Security of Temporary Openings

57. Existing Building Alarm Systems

58. Security Guard Duty Charges

SCHEDULES AND PAYMENTS

59. Schedule of Values

60. Scheduling & Payments / Bar Chart

61. Scheduling & Payments / Critical Path Method

62. Assignment of Claims

PROJECT CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

63. Project Closeout

64. Substantial Completion

65. Final Completion and Acceptance

01 32 50 Building Information Modeling (BIM) Requirements

01 35 16 Alteration Project Precedures

01 41 00 Testing and Inspection Services

01 41 00.05 Statement of Special Inspections

01 56 39 Site Protection

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management and Disposal

01 78 23 Operation and Maintenance Data

01 78 39 Project Record Documents

01 91 00 Testing, Adjusting and Balancing for HVAC

01 91 33 Comissioning

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DIVISION 02 EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 19 Selective Demolition

02 82 00 Asbestos Abatement

02 83 00 Work Activities Impacting Lead-Containing Materials

DIVISION 03 CONCRETE

03 54 16 Hydraulic Cement Underlayment

DIVISION 04 MASONRY

04 01 10 Masonry Cleaning

04 20 00 Unit Masonry

DIVISION 05 METALS

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 06 WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 53 Miscellaneous Rough Carpentry

06 20 23 Interior Finish Carpentry

06 41 00 Architectural Cabinets

06 64 00 Plastic Paneling

DIVISION 07 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 00 Thermal Insulation

07 21 23 Loose Fill Insulation

07 81 00 Sprayed Fire Resistant Materials

07 84 13 Firestopping

07 92 00 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 08 OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors And Frames

08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames

08 31 23 Access Hatches

08 71 00 Door Hardware

08 81 13 Decorative Glass Glazing

08 83 00 Mirrors

DIVISION 09 FINISHES

09 26 13 Gypsum Veneer Plastering

09 29 00 Gypsum Board Systems

09 30 00 Tiling

09 51 13 Acoustical Ceilings

09 65 13 Resilient Base And Accessories

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09 65 16 Resilient Tile And Sheet Flooring

09 66 23 Resinous Matrix Terrazzo Flooring

09 91 23 Interior Painting

DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES

10 14 23 Panel Signage

10 21 13 Toilet Compartments

10 26 00 Wall And Door Protection

10 28 00 Toilet And Bath Accessories

DIVISION 11 EQUIPMENT

11 30 13 Residential Appliances

DIVISION 12 FURNISHINGS NOT USED

DIVISION 13 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION NOT USED

DIVISION 14 CONVEYING EQUIPMENT NOT USED

DIVISIONS 15-20 RESERVED NOT USED

VOLUME 2

DIVISION 21 FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 PLUMBING

22 01 10.62 Plumbing Piping Relining

22 05 00 Common Materials And Methods For Plumbing

22 05 13 Electrical Requirements For Plumbing Equipment

22 07 00 Plumbing Insulation

22 10 00 Plumbing Systems

22 11 00 Disinfection Of Domestic Water Lines

22 11 23 Plumbing Pumps

22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures And Trim

22 60 00 Plumbing - Special Systems

DIVISION 23 HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 05 00 Common Materials And Methods For Hvac

23 07 00 Hvac Insulation

23 21 13 Hydronic Piping System

23 25 00 Hvac Water Treatment

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23 30 00 Ductwork And Ductwork Accessories

23 80 00 Heat Transfer

DIVISION 25 INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

25 09 00 Instrumentation And Controls For Hvac

DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 Common Materials And Methods For Electrical

26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors And Cables

26 05 26 Grounding And Bonding For Electrical Systems

26 05 29 Hangers And Supports For Electrical Systems

26 05 33 Raceway And Boxes For Electrical Systems

26 05 53 Identification For Electrical Systems

26 09 36 Modular Dimming Controls

26 27 26 Wiring Devices

26 51 00 Interior Lighting

DIVISION 28 ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 31 11 Addressable Fire-Detection And Alarm System

DIVISION 29 RESERVED NOT USED

DIVISION 30 RESERVED NOT USED

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

31 10 00 Site Clearing

31 20 00 Earth Moving

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 12 16 Asphalt Paving

32 91 00 Planting Soil

32 92 00 Lawns and Grasses

32 93 00 Plants

DIVISION 33 UTILITIES

33 41 00 Storm Utility Drainage Piping

Appendix A LIMITED REGULATED MATERIALS SURVEY REPORT

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01000

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION

PROJECT SUMMARY AND INFORMATION

1. PROJECT INFORMATION

1.1. OPDC Project No. 1600103

NMNH Upgrade Sanitary and Storm Systems

National Museum of Natural History

10th Street & Constitution Avenue, NW

Washington, DC 20560-0909

1.2. Smithsonian Institution Contacts:

Contracting Officer (CO), address for Fed Ex and UPS delivery:

Smithsonian Institution

Office of Contracting

600 Maryland Ave. SW

Washington, DC 20024

Contracting Officer (CO), address for USPS delivery:

Office of Contracting

PO Box 37012

MRC 1200

Washington, DC 20013-7012

Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), address for Fed Ex and UPS, delivery:

Smithsonian Institution

Attn: Sean Patterson

Office of Planning, Design & Construction

600 Maryland Avenue, SW

Suite 5001

Washington, DC 20024

Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR), address for USPS delivery:

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Attn: Sean Patterson

OPDC Capital Gallery

MRC 511

PO Box 37012

Washington, DC 20013-7012

1.2. Architect: EwingCole

Architects.Engineers.Interior Designers.Planners

Federal Reserve Bank Building

100 N. 6th Street

Independence Mall West

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106

2. SUMMARY OF WORK

2.1. The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, labor, materials and equipment needed complete the contract documents for the Upgrade Sanitary and Storm Systems project at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History located at

10th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC, as set forth on the Drawings for OPDC Project No. 1600103, sheets l through 533 (3 volumes) and in these specifications 1 through 1020 (2 volumes), both dated December, 5th 2025.

2.2. The Work includes, but is not limited to:

The Work which is documented in the drawings and specifications and in the contract documents.

2.3. Critical Elements of the Work: The successful Contractor shall be fully qualified to install critical elements of the Work. Upon request of the Contracting Officer, bidders/offerors shall submit a statement of qualifications to address the following critical elements of the Work as indicated in each specification section.

2.4. Delegated Design Elements of the Work: The Contractor shall furnish full engineering services on the following elements of the Work:

• Supplemental Slotted Channel Framing system for supporting walls, ceilings and systems.

• New sprinklers at new ceilings.

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3. CONTRACT TIME FOR COMPLETION

3.1. Work under this contract shall begin by the Contractor within ten (10) calendar days after the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed by 730 days after Notice to

Proceed. All work, including project close-out activities, shall be completed in every respect within the contract time.

3.2. The start date and completion date shall be as stated in the Notice to Proceed issued by the Contracting Officer.

4. SCHEDULE OF OPTIONS FOR BID/PROPOSAL

4.1. The following is a brief statement of the Work identified for bid/proposal options.

The complete description of the Work is identified elsewhere in the drawings and specifications.

BASE BID/PROPOSAL:

Main Building – Sanitary and Storm System Replacement, Renovate Restrooms, and

New Pantries.

OPTION 1: ADD

West Wing – Sanitary and Storm System Replacement and Rennovated Restrooms. Add an additional 90 days to contract time.

OPTION 2: ADD

East Wing – Sanitary and Storm System Replacement and Rennovated Restrooms. Add an additional 90 days to contract time.

OPTION 3: ADD

Roof Scupper Repair – (20) Epoxy Repairs post Storm Piping installation in Main

Building Attic. Add an additional 56 days to contract time.

5. SCHEDULE OF UNIT PRICES (NOT USED)

6. BIDDER EXAMINATION OF SITE

6.1. Every effort has been made to indicate all work necessary to complete the project as identified. All bidders shall carefully examine the premises during the bid period and satisfy themselves as to the extent, nature and location of the work, general and local conditions, particularly those bearing on transportation, disposal, handling and storage of materials, availability of labor, water, electric power, access routes, uncertainties of the weather, type of equipment and facilities needed for the successful execution of the

Work.

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6.2. Not Used

6.3. Pre-Bid Conference and Site Visit. Before the bid opening date, a scheduled pre-bid conference and site visit will be announced by the Contracting Officer. The purpose of the scheduled meeting is to provide an opportunity for all bidders to review the project site. Any comments, information or discussion during the site visit shall not modify the contract documents.

6.4. This project requires special arrangements for access to a non-public area. Access to the site may be restricted at times other than during the scheduled visit.

7. AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS

7.1. The successful Contractor will be supplied with electronic copies of all drawings and specifications after award of the contract, at no expense to the Contractor. Printing of the documents shall be at the expense of the Contractor.

SPECIAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

8. UNITS OF MEASURE

8.1. All fabrication and installation shall be performed in accordance with the units of measure given in the Contract Documents.

8.2. All Contractor and subcontractor personnel working on the site shall possess and use metric measuring equipment for all work shown in metric units. Conversion of dimensions shown on contract drawings to English units for use of non-metric measuring equipment is prohibited.

9. NON-PUBLIC, TENANT AND SECURED SPACES

9.1. Certain tenant spaces, non-public spaces, utility and equipment rooms and other areas related to or used for purposes of storage, conservation, research, curation of museum collection and artifacts or for scientific research may have restricted access.

9.2. The Contractor shall identify to the COTR as soon as possible, but no less than two (2) working days in advance, any occupied areas that the Contractor must access that are located outside the limits of the project site. The Contractor shall identify in writing:

9.2.1. Restricted areas to be accessed.

9.2.2. Specific reason for needing access.

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9.2.3. Nature of the work to be performed.

9.2.4. Date(s) and hours needed to complete construction work activity.

10. MUSEUM ARTIFACTS AND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH MATERIALS

10.1. The handling of museum artifacts or scientific research experiments by the

Contractor is strictly prohibited without written consent of the Smithsonian. The existing museum artifacts and research related materials may be moved only by authorized

Smithsonian Museum curatorial personnel. An offender of this clause may be subject to arrest or removal from the premises and project by Smithsonian security officers.

10.2. If temporary relocation of artifacts or research experiments is necessary, the

Contractor shall give notice to the COTR at least fifteen (15) working days in advance of the time relocation is needed.

10.3. Humidity/Temperature Controlled Spaces: The Contractor shall take care to minimize fluctuations in air conditions and quality, particularly in areas containing artifacts and storage collections and laboratories and scientific research experiments.

Humidity and temperature-controlled areas require consistency of utility operation.

11. PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES

11.1. The project site is located in the National Museum of Natural History, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and a contributing resource to the

National Mall Historic District. Work in the National Museum of Natural History is subject to review under SD 418, Smithsonian Historic Preservation Policy, which follows the Secretary of the Interior’s Guidelines for Treatment of Historic Properties.

11.2. Upon request of the COTR, the Contractor shall submit in PDF format evidence of technical competence in restoration work for National Historic Landmark structures, including subcontractor resumes, references and photographs or previous similar work.

See section 41. Submittals and Reviews for submittal requirements.

11.3. Without exception, all original building fabric of the National Museum of Natural

History is designated historic. Special attention to the quality of materials selected for installation and to workmanship efforts to satisfactorily preserve and restore historic elements and finishes is necessary for all Work in this building.

History is designated historic.

12. COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

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12.1. The Smithsonian Institution is a trust instrumentality of the United States

(recognized as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue

Code) and although not an Executive Branch of the U.S. Government, is committed to planning, designing, constructing, maintaining and operating its owned and leased buildings and facilities consistent with Federal environmental and energy management requirements, as listed in the Smithsonian OPDC Codes, Standards and Guidelines document, dated October 2021 to the maximum extent practical.

12.2. Refer to MasterSpec (AIA) Division 01 sections following this section 010000 on

Sustainable Design Requirements - LEED, General Commissioning Requirements, Construction Waste Management and Disposal and other related sections, as required.

13. COMMISSIONING

13.1 The Smithsonian requires Fundamental Commissioning (as defined by the LEED

NC and CI rating systems) of all eligible design and construction projects, even if the project is not eligible to pursue LEED certification. The Smithsonian additionally requires Enhanced Commissioning (as defined by the LEED NC and CI rating systems) for larger projects and projects pursuing LEED certification, based on the size and complexity of the project

13.2 Refer to section 01 9133 Commissioning for additional commissioning requirements.

CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

14. HOURS OF WORK, WORKDAYS AND GOVERNMENT HOLIDAYS

14.1. Work shall be performed, under this contract, during the normal workdays of

Monday through Friday, except Smithsonian holidays as specified herein and the normal work hours of 6:00 AM to 3:30 PM except as identified on the Construction Phase Plan or specified below and as coordinated with the COTR:

a. Haul route for removal of demolition, work in corridors, lobbies and spaces accessible to museum staff shall be accomplished between start of off-hours and

6:00 am Monday through Friday and on weekends.

b. Welding and cutting by acetylene torch shall be accomplished during the week between start of off-hours and 6:00 am Monday through Friday.

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c. Painting and work creating objectionable odors shall be accomplished during the week between start of off-hours and 6:00 am Monday through Friday and on weekends. Precautions shall be taken to minimize objectionable odors.

d. Work creating sounds or vibrations shall be accomplished during the week between start of off-hours and 6:00 am Monday through Friday and on weekends.

Precautions shall be taken to minimize sounds and vibrations to the greatest extent possible.

e. Removal of asbestos, lead-based paint and other hazardous materials shall be accomplished between the start of off-hours to 6:00 am Monday through Friday and on weekends.

f. Removal of demolition and construction debris through public spaces shall be accomplished between start of off-hours and 9:30am Monday through Friday and on weekends.

g. Deliveries through public spaces shall be accomplished between the start of off-hours and 9:30 am Monday through Fridays.

h. All work must be coordinated so as not to interfere with the Museum’s Special

Events Schedule and spring and summer month schedule. Normal museum off -hour and non-Special Event times are typically start of off-hours to 6:00 am, but may vary per special event.

i. All drilling, hammer-drilling, and similar work activities that create excessive noise shall be conducted off-hours and shall terminate no later than 6:00 am.

14.2 Museum exhibit areas are normally open to the public seven days a week, from

10:00 am to 5:30 pm. These hours may be extended during the spring and summer months and at other times.

a. “Off -hours” shall be defined as those hours when the museum is not open to the public, off-hours normally begin at 6:30 pm, except during spring and summer months when off hours begin at 8:00 PM.

b. “Week -end” shall be defined as those hours between 6:30 pm on Friday until

6:00 am Monday.

14.3. For each occasion, the Contractor intends to work on Saturdays, Sundays or

Smithsonian holidays or during hours other than those indicated above, the Contractor

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14.4. The Contractor shall reimburse the Smithsonian Institution for security and inspection services provided by the Smithsonian when the Contractor chooses to work outside the normal workdays and hours, as identified herein. However, the Contractor will not be charged for SI overtime security and inspection services, if in the opinion of the COTR, the work cannot be done during the normal workdays and hours due to requirements of the Smithsonian. Inspection services provided by the Smithsonian when the Contractor chooses to work outside the normal workdays and hours, as identified herein. However, the Contractor will not be charged for SI overtime security and inspection services, if in the opinion of the COTR, the work cannot be done during the normal workdays and hours due to requirements of the Smithsonian.

a. Access to all spaces and escort availability must be coordinated through the

COTR. This requirement will be strictly enforced throughout the duration of the project.

b. The Smithsonian makes no guarantees for the availability of additional escorts.

However, the Contractor will not be charged for SI overtime security and inspection services, if in the opinion of the COTR, the work cannot be done during the normal workdays and hours due to requirements of the Smithsonian.

14.5. Smithsonian Holidays: For holidays that fall on Saturday, the Smithsonian

Holiday is observed on the previous Friday. For holidays that fall on Sunday, the

Smithsonian holiday is observed on the following Monday. The Smithsonian Holidays are listed below.

New Year's Day January 1

Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday January, third Monday

George Washington's Birthday February, third Monday

Memorial Day May, last Monday

Juneteenth June 19

Independence Day July 4

Labor Day September, first Monday

Columbus Day October, second Monday

Veterans' Day November 11

Thanksgiving Day November, fourth Thursday

Christmas Day December 25

President's Inauguration Day January 20, 2029

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14.6 Special Events: All work must be coordinated so as not to interfere wit the Museum’s

Special Events Schedule. Special Events are primarily held in the evening after the museum is closed to the public and, therefore, have an impact on the night work schedule. There are approximately 180 Special Events held in the evening per year, and they may delay work start time from anywhere between 9:00pm to 12:00am/midnight. The periods of February through

July, and September through December, are typically the most intense for Special Events. Some

Special Events will preclude any construction work at all for the evening of the event.

Coordination through COTR is required.

14.7 The Smithsonian Institution reserves the right to occupy or install equipment in completed areas of the building prior to substantial completion provided that such occupancy does not interfere with the completion of the work. Such partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of any part of the work.

15. CONDITIONS AFFECTING CONTRACTOR'S WORK

15.1. Existing Occupied Spaces: The premises will be occupied during the performance of the Work under this contract. The Contractor shall schedule work activities to minimize interruption of occupants and occupied spaces. The Contractor shall take into consideration that adjacent areas will be occupied during the project. The project shall not adversely impact means of egress from adjacent areas. If egress will be impacted, a plan must be developed and submitted electronically in PDF format to SI

(COTR) conveying how egress shall be handled through the various phases during the course of the project. Protective measures include, but are not limited to, constructing protected, fire-rated egress routes and/or tunnels, and defined egress paths.

15.2. Relocation of Existing Occupants: Contractor's requests for the Smithsonian to temporarily relocate existing occupants or for Contractor's access to secured areas shall be made to the COTR as far in advance as possible, but no less than 20 working days in advance of the need for relocation.

15.3. Space for Contractor Use: The space available for Contractor's use is limited to areas indicated on the Contract Drawings as the project site. Do not disturb or enter portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated. Space allocation and availability are subject to change, at the discretion of the Smithsonian, to meet the needs of all parties requiring access and space within the building and the surrounding areas.

a. Owner Occupancy: Allow for COTR occupancy of Project site.

b. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

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15.4 Use of Existing Building: Maintain existing building in a weathertight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

Protect building and its occupants during construction period.

15.5 Coordination of Construction Staging: This project includes equipment replacement, upgrades, and new installation in distributed electrical, back of house, and public spaces throughout the building. All surrounding areas of the building will be maintained occupied and operational through the extent of construction and will require phased construction and after hours coordinated electrical shut-downs.

contractor shall also coordinate with COTR at the beginning of the project to review other potential areas which may be under construction or renovation at the time of construction. Further coordination of work space, outages, etc. may be required between contractors.

15.6 Confined Space: Work in permit-required confined space (PRCS) must comply with OSHA standard 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.146 “Permit-

Required Confined Spaces” as outlined in The Smithsonian Institution Safety

Manual. The Contractor shall meet all required criteria and follow all procedures described in The Smithsonian Institution Safety Manual.

a. A minimum of (3) certified confined space personnel are required for all confined space entries at NMNH: At a minimum, an entry supervisor, attendant and entrant. Note that this is above and beyond the OSHA

Requirement of (2).

b. The Main Building tunnels are classified as PRCS.

16. CONTRACTOR DELIVERIES, HAULING AND ACCESS

16.1. The Contractor's materials and equipment shall be delivered, received and handled by the Contractor's personnel.

16.2. Normal deliveries shall be made along routes from the West Loading Dock.

Schedule all deliveries with COTR a minimum of 48 hours in advance. When deliveries must travel inside the building through visitor/public space areas or exhibit areas, these deliveries shall be restricted to the hours specified above, unless special permission is obtained from the COTR 72 hours in advance of each delivery.

16.3. The Contractor personnel entrance into the building is restricted to the West

Loading Dock or designated entrance for employee/service personnel.

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16.4 The Contractor may use the freight elevator located at the East and West Loading

Dock for movement of material, structures and equipment within acceptable loading limits and with approval of COTR

16.5. The transportation of hazardous materials or hazardous waste into or out of the building shall be limited to the following routes and freight elevators: East Loading

Dock. All hazardous materials shall be transported through the building in secondary containment and properly secured to transport carts to prevent breakage or spills.

Further direction on the transportation of asbestos containing or lead containing waste materials is provided in Specification Sections 13280 and 13285 respectively.

a. All hazardous materials removed from the premises are to be signed off by the

NHB Safety Manager as coordinated with the COTR

16.6. Contractor personnel access and hauling of materials to work areas in the existing building will require a Smithsonian security escort. Access routes shall be as designated by the COTR.

16.7. Contractor may not block access to loading dock indicated for Contractor use in staging area. Loading dock shall remain in operation for Smithsonian use.

16.8. Internal combustion engines (including propane-fueled “Georgia buggies”) will not be permitted in the Museum.

16.9. Provide protection for flooring along delivery routes, so that flooring is not damaged. Install and remove such protection only during delivery hours specified above, so that the affected areas can be open to the public the following morning. The Contractor is responsible for repairing any damage along delivery routes caused by delivery activities, including but not limited to damage to floors, walls, and ceilings.

16.10. Vehicles in excess of 72,000 lbs. or 32,000 lbs/axle are not permitted in the east loading dock/parking lot.

16.11. Tractor-Trailer deliveries shall be coordinated with COTR. 72 hours advance notice is required. Only vehicles meeting east loading dock/parking lot weight restrictions are permitted.

17. DRESS AND DEPORTMENT

17.1. Contractors' personnel shall be fully and appropriately clothed at all times and shall conduct themselves in a manner appropriate to a public place. The COTR may require removal of any individual from the premises and project for unacceptable dress, Issue for Bid Page 12 of 63 demeanor or disruptive conduct, if the Contractor superintendent fails to correct conditions in violation of this paragraph.

18. CONTRACTOR PARKING

18.1. One parking space will be assigned to the Contractor for use during the contract period. The Contractor should contact the COTR to make arrangements to obtain an SI parking permit at least seven (7) working days before the start of any work on the site.

18.2. Arrangements for additional Contractor parking are the sole responsibility of the

Contractor. Parking may not be available at the project site.

18.3. The assigned space can only be used by the company vehicle. The vehicle must be clearly marked with company name and/or logo. The permit shall be displayed on the vehicle dashboard on the driver's side. Vehicles not in compliance with this clause are subject to ticketing and towing. Costs associated with parking violations shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor.

18.4. Parking permits will indicate an expiration date for a maximum three (3)-month period or for the last date of the contract time, whichever is earlier. Upon permit expiration, the Contractor shall be responsible for returning the expired permit to the SI

Parking Office or renewing it. SI parking permits remain the property of the Smithsonian

Institution.

18.5. Arrangements for additional Contractor parking are the sole responsibility of the

Contractor. Parking may not be available at the project site.

19. EATING, DRINKING, SMOKING AND ILLEGAL SUBSTANCE ABUSE

19.1. Eating and drinking in Smithsonian buildings or leased space will be allowed only in designated areas, approved by the COTR. Offenders may be subject to removal from the premises and project should the Contractor's Superintendent fail to correct conditions, which, in the opinion of the COTR, violate this clause.

19.2. The consumption of alcoholic beverages by the Contractor's personnel is prohibited in all Smithsonian buildings or leased space.

19.3. Vaping, smoking or carrying lighted tobacco products is prohibited in all

Smithsonian buildings or leased space, in exhibition and public spaces, in areas where hazardous materials are stored or handled and in areas undergoing construction, renovation or repair. Acceptable areas for smoking are outside of the building at least 25 feet from any opening, operable window or air intake vent and as designated by the

Smithsonian Building Manager and COTR

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19.4. The possession, sale and/or use of narcotics, other illegal substances, or firearms by Contractor employees are strictly prohibited in all Smithsonian facilities and leased space. Contractor employees are strictly prohibited from working on the project under the influence of alcohol and/or illegal substances. Contractor employees in violation of any of the above prohibitions will be removed from the project.

PROJECT COORDINATION

20. COORDINATION OF TRADES

20.1. The Contractor shall coordinate work of different trades so that interference between mechanical, electrical, architectural and structural work, including existing services, shall be avoided.

20.2. Not Used.

20.3 Where work by separate entities requires off-site fabrication of products and accurate interfacing of materials to produce the required results, the Contractor shall prepare coordination drawings to indicate how work shown on separate shop drawings will be interfaced, intermeshed and sequenced for installation. Coordination drawings shall be submitted in accordance with the requirements of the "Submissions" section.

20.3.1. Work installed prior to approval of coordination drawings shall be at the

Contractor's risk. Subsequent relocations required to avoid interferences shall be made without additional expense to the Smithsonian. If an interference develops, the COTR will decide which work shall be relocated, regardless of which was installed first.

20.4. Installation of equipment and systems shall allow the maximum practical space for operation, repair, removal and testing, within the limits indicated on the Contract

Documents. Pipes, conduits, ducts, and other system components shall be installed as close as possible to ceiling slabs, walls, and columns to minimize space used while accommodating function and maintenance.

21. QUALITY CONTROL

21.1. The Contractor shall provide for quality control, inspections, testing, and re-testing as necessary for all work, including that of Subcontractors, to assure compliance with the contract documents.

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21.2. Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System: The Contractor shall provide a quality control organization and system to perform quality control, inspections, testing and re-testing as necessary for any item of work, including that of Subcontractors, to assure compliance with the contract documents.

• The Contractor shall establish a complete Quality Control (QC) program to assure the requirements of the contract are provided as specified in accordance with this solicitation. The QC program shall include at least the following items:

o Inspection System: The Contractor's quality control inspection system shall cover all the services stated in this contract. The purpose of the QC program is to detect and correct deficiencies in the quality of workmanship before the level of performance becomes unacceptable and/or the COTR identifies the deficiencies.

o A quality control checklist shall be used in evaluating contract performance during regularly scheduled and unscheduled inspections. The checklist shall include every building or site serviced by the Contractor as well as every required task.

o A Quality Control (QC) file shall contain a record of all inspections conducted by the Contractor and any corrective actions taken. The QC file shall be maintained throughout the term of the contract and made available to the COTR or authorized SI staff personnel, upon request.

o The Contractor shall state the name(s) of the individual(s) responsible for performing the Quality Control (QC) inspections.

21.3. CQC Representative Designation and Authority: The Contractor shall provide a

CQC Representative, supplemented as necessary by additional personnel, who shall be on the jobsite at all times during progress, with complete authority to take any action necessary to ensure compliance with the contract documents. The CQC Representative shall be appointed by a letter addressed to him/her and signed by an officer of the firm and shall not be the same individual as, or be subordinate to, the job superintendent or project manager. The CQC representative shall have no other responsibilities.

21.4. CQC Plan Requirements: The Contractor shall furnish a copy of the QC requirements established under the Smithsonian Institution Commissioning Plan for this project, for his use in preparation of the CQC plan. The Contractor shall submit for review/approval a CQC Plan within thirty (30) calendar days after Contract Award to the

COTR for approval. The Plan shall detail the procedures, instruction and reports to be used to assure compliance with the contract documents. As a minimum, the Plan shall include the following:

21.4.1. Designation of the CQC Representative: Identify the person and list duties, responsibilities and authority.

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21.4.2. Organization Chart: Show CQC staff and its relationship with other staff members and Subcontractors.

21.4.3. Personnel Matrix: For each specification section, identify who is the authorized submittal reviewer, who will inspect the work, what testing laboratory or person will perform on-site testing, who will perform factory inspections and testing, and who will certify the documentation.

21.4.4. Responsibility and Authority: State the responsibility and authority for each individual in the CQC system.

21.4.5. Personnel Qualifications: Provide resumes and descriptions of prior experience on similar work.

21.4.6. Inspection Procedures and Schedule: Identify the inspection and testing procedures and scheduled dates as reflected on the CPM project schedule, organized by technical specification section.

21.4.7. Submittal Review Procedures and Schedule: Provide submittal log in accordance with the Submissions section. For each specification section, identify the name(s) of person(s) authorized to review and sign submittals for compliance.

21.4.8. CQC Documentation: Identify the procedures for documenting quality control operations, inspection and testing. Provide samples of each type of required documentation - all forms, logs, reports, etc. Include a testing log listing all tests and inspections required by the contract documents and stating the action to be taken by the Contractor and/or the Smithsonian.

21.5. CQC Staffing Requirements: The following listing of minimum staff requirements in no way relieves the Contractor of meeting the basic requirements of the

Contractor Quality Control System for this project. The Contractor shall ensure an adequate staff to meet the CQC requirements at all times during construction. When necessary for a proper CQC organization, the Contractor shall provide additional staff at no cost to the Smithsonian.

21.5.1. CQC Representative: The CQC Representative shall have a minimum of seven (7) years of construction experience on projects similar to this one, including three (3) years experience in Quality Control. The CQC Representative shall have no other duties other than Quality Control.

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21.5.2. Alternate CQC Representative: The Contractor shall designate an alternate person to act for the CQC Representative in case the CQC

Representative is absent from the construction site. The alternate may not act for the CQC Representative for a period longer than fourteen (14) consecutive calendar days without written approval by the COTR.

21.5.3. CQC Submittals Assistant: The Contractor shall assign an assistant, to work until submittals are 95% complete, whose sole duty shall be to assist the

CQC Representative in maintaining files and logs for submittals.

21.5.4 CQC cannot delegate review, approval, and acceptance of submittals prior to submission.

21.6. CQC Inspection Requirements: As a minimum, the inspection procedures shall include the following:

21.6.1. Preparatory Meeting: Preparatory meeting shall be performed before beginning work and prior to beginning each segment of work. Meetings shall include a review of quality control, sustainability requirements, coordination between contractors on the premises, coordination with other agencies, scheduling of the work, application for payments, etc. The Contractor's staff and

Subcontractors or Suppliers shall attend.

21.6.1. Preparatory Inspection: Preparatory inspection shall be performed before beginning work and before beginning each segment of work. Preparatory inspection shall include a review of the contract requirements, complete review of shop drawings and other submittals for conformance with contract documents, confirmation that all required testing will be provided, physical examination of all materials and equipment for conformance with approved shop drawings and submittals and verification that all required preliminary work has been completed.

21.6.1.1. Examine substrates and adjacent work prior to commencing installation. Verify that conditions and tolerances are acceptable to receive new

Work.

21.6.2. Initial Inspection: Initial inspection shall be performed as soon as a representative segment of the particular item of work has been accomplished.

Initial inspection shall include checking of all dimensions, careful inspection of workmanship, performance of required testing, performance of corrective actions as necessary and approval or rejection of the initial segment of the work.

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21.6.3. Follow-up Inspections: Follow-up inspections shall be performed daily or more frequently, as necessary, and shall include continued testing and examinations to assure continued compliance with the contract requirements.

21.6.4. Special Inspection and Documentation: In addition to the above inspection requirements, certain Special Inspection and Documentation requirements may be contained within the technical specification sections. Each

Special Inspection shall be performed and documented as required and documentation shall be submitted as soon as possible after performance unless otherwise indicated.

21.6.5. Factory Inspection by the Contractor: The Contractor shall arrange and perform all factory inspections specifically required in the technical specifications sections.

21.6.6. Non-Compliance Check-Off List: The CQC Representative shall maintain a check-off list of work that does not comply with the contract, stating specifically what is non-complying, the date the faulty work was originally discovered and the date the work was corrected. The CQC Representative shall not allow the Contractor to add to or build upon non-complying work unless, in the opinion of the COTR, correction can be made without disturbing the continuing work. The CQC Representative shall submit a copy of the check-off list to the COTR on a monthly basis. Items corrected on the day they are discovered do not need to be included on the submitted list.

21.6.7. Completion and Inspection of Work: The CQC Representative shall sign the written request for Substantial Completion Inspection (discussed in the Project

Closeout Requirements section).

21.7. Testing Requirements: Except as specifically stated otherwise, the Contractor shall be responsible for all field sampling and in-place testing required by the contract documents. Perform additional quality-control activities required to verify that the Work complies with requirements, whether specified or not.

21.7.1. Independent Testing Laboratory: The Contractor shall provide an independent, commercial testing laboratory to perform all sampling and testing services required, unless otherwise specified. The testing services shall be on- or off-site as required. Submit complete documentation of all tests performed in connection with the construction contract.

21.7.2. Smithsonian Acceptance of Laboratories: Except for factory tests, all field sampling and testing normally performed by commercial laboratories shall

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Contractor and accepted by the COTR. The Contractor shall submit the following information to the COTR for approval:

21.7.2.1. Name, registration number, and engineering discipline of the

Registered Professional Engineer in charge of the laboratory.

21.7.2.2. Affidavit of compliance and certification that the laboratory performs work in accordance with requirements as stated in the contract documents.

21.7.2.3. A list of testing equipment proposed for each test procedure including the latest calibration data.

21.7.2.4. A copy of the latest Laboratory Inspection Report by an independent agency with laboratory certification that deficiencies (if any) have been corrected.

21.7.2.5. Names and qualifications of persons actually performing testing and sampling. Changes in personnel shall be approved by the

COTR prior to performance of work under this contract.

21.7.3 Contractor Responsibilities:

21.7.3.1. Unless otherwise indicated, provide quality-control services specified and those required by authorities having jurisdiction.

21.7.3.2. Notify testing agencies at least 24 hours in advance of time when Work that requires testing or inspecting will be performed.

21.7.3.3. Where quality-control services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each quality-control service.

21.7.3.4. Testing and inspecting requested by Contractor and not required by the Contract Documents are Contractor's responsibility.

21.7.3.5. Submit additional copies of each written report directly to authorities having jurisdiction, when they so direct.

21.7.34 Factory Tests: Unless otherwise specified, the Contractor shall arrange for factory tests when they are required under the Contract. Certified copies of test reports showing that the materials to be incorporated into the work conform to

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21.7.5. Test Results: Test results shall cite the contract requirements, the test or analytical procedures used, the actual results and include a statement that the item tested or analyzed conforms or fails to conform to specification requirements.

The cover sheet for each report shall be conspicuously stamped in large red letters

"CONFORMS" or "DOES NOT CONFORM" to the specification requirements, as the case may be. All test reports shall be signed by a testing laboratory representative authorized to sign certified test reports. The Contractor shall arrange for immediate and direct delivery of the signed reports, certifications, and other documentation to the COTR.

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

21.8. Documentation: The CQC shall prepare or assist with the preparation of the following documents:

21.8.1. Daily Reports: The Contractor's Daily Report, as discussed in the section

Contractor Correspondence and Daily Reports, shall be signed by the CQC

Representative as well as the Superintendent. The CQC Representative's signature certifies that, to the best of his or her knowledge, the report is complete and correct and that all materials, equipment and work described on the report are in compliance with the contract plans and specifications, except as noted otherwise.

21.8.2. Special Inspection and Documentation: Reports of Special Inspections shall be signed by both the CQC Representative and the CQC Specialized

Supplemental Person who witnessed the test or inspection certifying compliance with the specific contract requirement.

21.8.3. As-Builts: The CQC Representative shall ensure that all requirements for as-built record drawings and specifications are met. The CQC Representative or Specialized Supplemental Personnel assigned to inspect that particular portion of work shall initial each as-built drawing or technical specification section to certify its accuracy prior to submission in accordance with the Project Close-Out

Requirements section.

21.8.4. Meeting minutes, logs (delivery, deficiency, issue), and inspection schedule(s).

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22. PERMITS, LICENSES & FEES

22.1. The Contractor shall obtain and pay for all applicable permits and licenses required by regulating agencies, including but not limited to: permits for pedestrian and road markings, construction fences, sidewalk cuts, utility company connections, elevator certificates, waste containers, etc.

22.2. The Contractor shall pay all duties, fees, taxes and other charges and give all notices necessary and incidental to the due and lawful execution of the work.

22.3. The Contractor shall keep the Smithsonian indemnified against all penalties and liability for breach of provisions of any national, provincial, district or city statute, ordinance or law and the regulations and by-laws of any local or other duly constituted authority, which may be applicable to the Work and with such rules and regulations of public bodies and companies.

22.4. Not Used

22.5. Accessibility for Physically-Disabled Persons: The Contractor's shall provide temporary constructions at the site as necessary to maintain access for physically disabled persons. All provisions for temporary access shall be subject to the approval of the

COTR.

23. UTILITY SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS AND NEW CONNECTIONS

23.1. Any planned interruption in utility service must be approved by and coordinated through the COTR. The Contractor shall submit a written request as far in advance of scheduled interruption as possible, but no less than two (2) full working days in advance.

The Contractor shall make the necessary temporary provisions to supply continuous electrical power, HVAC space conditioning, and security as required during periods when service is interrupted.

23.2. The Contractor's work efforts to restore service shall be continuous until the interrupted utility is back in service.

23.3. The electrical power for NMNH may not be interrupted between the hours of

7:00am and 7:00pm.

23.4. A fire watch shall be provided for the time periods when fire suppression and detection systems are out of service.

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24. SALVAGE

24.1. The Smithsonian Institution assumes no responsibility for salvage value or any loss or damage to materials or structures on the site for which the Contractor may have…