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NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AMERICAN HISTORY (NMAH)

14th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, DC

February 26, 2021

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SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTION

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DOCUMENT 000107

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1.1 DESIGN PROFESSIONALS OF RECORD

A. Architect:

1. Glenn W. Birx

2. ARC 101676

3. Responsible for Divisions 01-49 Sections except where indicated as prepared by other design professionals of record.

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B. Fire-Protection Engineer:

1. Jason M Slattery, PE

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C. Electrical Engineer:

1. Kenneth Rock.

2. 900677.

3. Responsible for Division 26.

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DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 0107 Seals Page X - 00 0110 Table of Contents X X 00 3100 Available Project Information X -

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 0000 Smithsonian Institution Division 01 X X Construction and Demolition Waste Tracking Sheet

01 9113 Commissioning

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 4119 Selective Demolition X X 02 8200 Asbestos Abatement X X 02 8300 Work Activities Impacting Lead-Containing Materials X X

DIVISION 03 THROUGH 04 (NOT USED)

DIVISION 05

05 55116 Metal Railing Gates - X

DIVISION 06 (NOT USED)

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 8100 Sprayed Fire-Resistant Materials X - 07 8413 Penetration Firestopping X X 07 8443 Joint Firestopping X - 07 9200 Joint Sealants X -pbaker

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DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 1113 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames - X 08 7100 Door Hardware X X

DIVISIONS 09

09 9123 Interior Painting - X

DIVISIONS 10 THROUGH 12 (NOT USED)

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 2000 Protection of Exhibits and Collections X -

DIVISIONS 14 THROUGH 25 (NOT USED)

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 0500 Common Work Results for Electrical - X 26 0519 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables X X 26 0526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems X - 26 0529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems X X 26 0533 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems X X 26 0544 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cabling X - 26 0553 Identification for Electrical Systems X X

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS (NOT USED)

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 0513 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Security - X 28 1000 Access Control - X 28 3111 Digital, Addressable Fire Alarm Systems X -

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SECTION 00 3100

AVAILABLE PROJECT INFORMATION

1.1 AVAILABLE INFORMATION

A. This Document with its referenced Appendices is part of the Procurement and Contracting Requirements for Project. They provide Owner's and other additional information for Bidders' convenience and are intended to supplement rather than serve in lieu of Bidders' own investigations. They are made available for Bidders' convenience and information but are not a warranty of existing conditions. This Document and the Appendices are not part of the Contract Documents. The following Appendices are located in Volume 2 of the Project Manual.

1. Appendix A: Drawings (14 sheets) of the Smithsonian Institution National Museum of

American History Fire and Egress Study, prepared by GDH, dated September 28, 2017, is appended in Volume 2.

2. Appendix B: “Asbestos Containing Materials Survey” conducted by GHD Services, Inc.

and dated July 10, 2020, is appended in Volume 2.

3. Appendix C: Acoustic Modeling Results performed by ARUP USA Inc., is appended in Volume 2.

4. Appendix D: Space Type Modeling Clarification compiled by ARUP USA Inc., is appended in Volume 2.

5. The Basis of Design Narrative compiled by the Project Design Professionals is appended in Volume 2.

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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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22. Permits, Licenses and 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 andTorchCutting

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

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. ProgressPhotographs

47. Contractor Correspondence and Daily Reports

SAFETY, HEALTH AND FIRE PROTECTION

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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

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01000

SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION

PROJECT SUMMARY AND INFORMATION

1. PROJECT INFORMATION

1.1. SF Project No. 1703102

NMAH Replace Fire Alarm Panels and Assoc Devices Package A National Museum of American History 1300 Connecticut Ave NW Washington, DC 20560

1.2. Smithsonian Institution Contacts:

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

Smithsonian Institution Office of Contracting 2011 Crystal Drive, Suite 350 Arlington, VA 22202

Contracting Officer (CO), address for USPS delivery:

Smithsonian Institution Office of Contracting

MRC 1200

P.O. Box 37012 Washington, DC 20013

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

Smithsonian Institution Attn: Jamil Burnett 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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OPDC Capital Gallery

MRC 511

PO Box 37012 Washington, DC 20013-7012

2. SUMMARY OF WORK

2.1. The Contractor shall furnish all supervision, labor, materials, and equipment needed to complete the NMAH Replace Fire Alarm Panels and Assoc Devices Package A Project located at Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of American History at 1300 Constitution Avenue NW as set forth on the Drawings for SF Project No. 1703102 and in these specifications, both dated February 26, 2021.

2.2. The Work of Project is defined by 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 shall submit a statement of qualifications to address critical elements of the Work.

Critical elements include:

2.3.1 Replacement of Fire Alarm Systems, including expertise with Siemens

XLSV.

2.3.2 Work in active museum spaces (exhibits, collections storage, offices, conservation laboratories, etc.), including protection of museum artifacts and exhibitry.

3. CONTRACT TIME FOR COMPLETION

3.1. The start date and completion date shall be as stated in the Notice to Proceed issued by the Contracting Officer. The contract duration is 600 calendar days.

4. SCHEDULE OF OPTIONS FOR BID

4.1. The following is a brief statement of the work identified for multiple packages for bid. The complete description of the work is identified elsewhere in Package A - NMAH Replace Fire Alarm Panels & Assoc Devices and Package B - NMAH Replace Fire Stair Doors Bid Sets.

BASE BID:

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Package A - NMAH Replace Fire Alarm Panels & Assoc Devices devices, coordination and protections of collections areas and museum objects, programming mass notification messages and testing.

OPTION 1: Package B - NMAH Replace Fire Stair Doors.

5. SCHEDULE OF UNIT PRICES

5.1. NONE.

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.

6.2. Before the bid opening date, bidders may view the project site on an appointment basis. Any comments, information or discussion during the site visit shall not modify the contract documents. Bidders shall make an appointment to view the site by contacting Mr. Jamil Burnett, COTR, at burnettj@si.edu

6.3. 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 appointment.

7. AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS

7.1. The solicitation documents are available in electronic format, at no cost to the bidder, from the Contracting Officer.

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.

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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.

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 five (5) 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.

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11. PROTECTION OF HISTORIC PROPERTIES

11.1. Without exception, all original building fabric of the National Museum of American History is designated historic. The work of this project requires interaction near and with historic fabric, and extreme care shall be taken for all work.

12. COMMITMENT TO SUSTAINABILITY

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 SF Codes, Standards and Guidelines document, dated February 15, 2012, to the maximum extent practical.

12.2. Refer to Division 01 sections following this section 010000 on General Commissioning Requirements, Construction Waste Management and Disposal and other related sections, as required.

13. COMMISSIONING

13.1 Refer to Division 01 sections on General Commissioning Requirements following this section 010000.

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 AM to 5:30PM. Areas noted as after-hours work, work to be performed after 5:30PM, or following Museum closing/special event completion. Obtain written permission from the COTR, at least 3 working days in advance of work described below:

14.1.1 Hot Work is permitted during normal work hours at NMAH under the condition that appropriate Hot Work permits are obtained within 24hrs prior to hot work beginning

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14.1.3. For each occasion the Contractor intends to work on Saturdays, Sundays or Smithsonian holidays or during hours other than those indicated above, the Contractor shall obtain written permission from the COTR, at least three (3) working days in advance.

14.2. 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.

14.3. 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 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, 2021

15. CONDITIONS AFFECTING CONTRACTOR'S WORK

15.1. Existing Occupied Spaces: The premises will be occupied during the performance of the Work. The Contractor shall schedule work activities to minimize interruption of occupants and occupied spaces. Efforts will be made to temporarily move employees and contents out of specific areas under construction, as needed, during the times requested by the Contractor. However, the needs of the Smithsonian Institution take precedence and free access for the Contractor cannot always be guaranteed. The pbaker

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Contractor may work in spaces as indicated in the G-series Sheets only in the presence of authorized Smithsonian staff or guard personnel.

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 three 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. 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.

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. Access to the building for on- and off-loading of all material, structures and equipment shall be the Loading Dock. Access to the dock shall be scheduled with the COTR and/or Building Management.

16.3. The Contractor may use the (2) freight elevators located in the East and West Wings for movement of material, structures and equipment within acceptable loading limits. Contractor shall coordinate with other on-going work in the building, and may at times be limited to one freight elevator.

16.4. 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 02 8200 and 02 8300 respectively.

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, demeanor or disruptive conduct, if the Contractor superintendent fails to correct conditions in violation of this paragraph.

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18. CONTRACTOR PARKING

18.1. Arrangements for Contractor's parking are the sole responsibility of the Contractor. Parking is not 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. 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. Smoking, vaping, using e-cigarettes, 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 ventand as designated by the Smithsonian BuildingManager.

19.4. The possession, sale and/or use of narcotics or 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. Refer to Division 01 sections on General Commissioning Requirements following this section 010000.

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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, conduit, 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, limited to a 25% maximum construction time, including that of Subcontractors, to assure compliance with the contract documents.

21.2. Contractor Quality Control (CQC) System: The Contractor shall provide a quality control system to track 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.

21.3. CQC Plan Requirements: The Contractor shall submit for review/approval 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:

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

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

21.4.1. Preparatory Inspection Meeting: Preparatory inspection meeting shall be performed before beginning work and before beginning each segment of work.

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All preparatory inspection meetings 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.

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. 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 the National Museum of American History may not be interrupted during the hours of 6AM to 6:30PM, or during any public or special event outside these hours.

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

24. SMITHSONIAN-FURNISHED ITEMS INSTALLED BY THE CONTRACTOR

Not Used.

25. SALVAGE

25.1. 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 reflected a salvage value in his or her bid.

25.2. Except as specifically stated in the contract documents, construction materials, equipment or other items that are to be removed and neither re-used under this contract nor reserved as property of the Smithsonian Institution shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the premises by the Contractor.

25.3. The following items shall remain the property of the Smithsonian and the Contractor shall deliver the items to the locations specified or as otherwise directed by the COTR, at no additional cost to the Smithsonian.

ITEM DELIVERY LOCATION

All MXL panel components and all MXL series detectors, monitor and control modules

COTR

26. CUTTING, PATCHING AND MATCHING EXISTING WORK

26.1. Existing work shall be cut, drilled, altered, removed or temporarily removed and replaced as necessary for performance of work under the contract. Work that is replaced shall match similar existing work. Structural members shall not be cut or altered, except where noted on drawings, without authorization of the COTR. Work to remain in place, which is damaged or defaced during this contract shall be restored to match the conditions existing at the time of award of the contract, at no additional cost to the Smithsonian.

26.2. Conditions exposed by removal of existing work that do not match new finishes or align with new work shall be called to the COTR's immediate attention. Necessary pbaker

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corrective work directed by the COTR will be subject to adjustment provisions as stated in the General Conditions of the contract.

26.3 Existing acoustical plaster ceilings are present at areas indicated on Drawings.

Work in these areas is not expected to require cutting, however the acoustical plaster is easily scuffed or dirtied and cannot be patched or painted. If the Work results in damage to the acoustical plaster, notify the COTR immediately. Remedial action plans will be provided. Do not attempt to patch or paint these areas.

PROTECTION OF THE SITE DURING CONSTRUCTION

27. PROTECTION OF THE SITE

27.1. The Contractor shall provide adequate protection for all parts of the building, including interior and exterior surfaces, its occupants and contents and grounds wherever work under this contract is performed. The Contractor shall additionally protect collections items and exhibitry as indicated in Section 13 2000.

27.2. Plan for Protection of the Site:The Contractor shall submit a plan for protection of the site to the COTR for approval. As a minimum, the Plan shall describe:

27.2.1. Proposed method, location and construction of temporary enclosures.

27.2.2. Routes of access and egress, including those for people with disabilities.

27.2.3. Location and maintenance of emergency exits.

27.2.4. Methods of protection of existing surfaces and occupants.

27.2.5. Means of connection of temporary enclosures/surfaces to existing historic materials.

27.3. Not used.

27.4. During construction, temporary enclosures shall be constructed to prevent unauthorized access or egress. Dust and fume barriers shall be constructed, as needed or as determined by the COTR, to seal and isolate the work area from the remainder of the interior areas while the work is in progress. Wood used for protection of the site shall be pressure-impregnated, fire-retardant. All plastic sheeting shall be fire retardant 6-mil polyethylene. Submit product data to the COTR for review and approval.

27.5. The Contractor shall submit information describing the proposed construction of temporary enclosures and methods of installation to the COTR for approval. Any connections to existing structures must be accomplished in such a way as to minimize disturbance of existing surfaces.

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28. PROTECTION OF FLORA, FAUNA, AND CENTRAL COMPUTER

CONTROLLER IRRIGATION SYSTEM

NOT USED.

29. DEBRIS CONTROL AND DAILY CLEANUP

29.1. The Contractor shall regularly clean up the work areas and shall, at all times, maintain the project in as neat and orderly a manner as is consistent with normal operations. Debris resulting from construction operations shall be removed from the site by the Contractor, before 9:30AM only. The Contractor shall keep all access, haul routes and site areas free of dirt, debris and other materials resulting from construction activities.

29.2. Under no circumstances shall any rubbish or waste be dropped or thrown from one level of scaffolding to another or within or outside the building. Rubbish may be lowered by way of chutes, taken down on hoists or lowered in receptacles.

29.3. The contractor shall document debris disposition with each Application for Payment, using the SI spreadsheet on Construction Waste Management and Disposal following this section 010000.

30. DUST AND AIR QUALITY CONTROL

30.1. The Contractor will execute the Work by methods that minimize dust, vapors and gases raised by construction operations. The Contractor will utilize engineering controls and work practices to prevent airborne dust, vapors, gases and objectionable odors from dispersing into the atmosphere and from being drawn into existing air-intake louvers, ductwork and adjacent elevator shafts. A work plan of methods and means for this section shall be submitted to the COTR for review and approval.

30.2. Dust barriers shall be erected, where necessary, to protect adjacent areas from dust infiltration as required by the COTR. Dust barriers shall be rigid and visually opaque and shall seal the work area by affixing to the structure on all sides (i.e. ceiling, walls and floor). Wood used for dust barriers shall be pressure-impregnated, fire-retardant treated lumber. All plastic sheeting shall be fire-retardant 6-mil polyethylene.

Submit product data for review and approval to the COTR.

30.3. Means of connection of dust barriers to existing structures shall not damage the building fabric. Details of barriers shall be submitted for approval to the COTR.

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30.4. No open fires or burning of trash are permitted.

31. NOISE CONTROL

31.1. The Contractor shall comply with the regulations of the District of Columbia and OSHA Standards 1926.52 and 1910.95 and all other regulations relative to safety noise control.

31.2. Activities that generate excessive noise or vibration and interrupt museum functions or create public disturbances may be required to be performed during off-hours at the discretion of the COTR.

31.3. The Contractor shall provide sound attenuation to maintain acoustic level below 75 dBA at a distance of 15 m or below 75 dBA in occupied staff areas if less than 15 m away from noise source.

31.4 Provide not less than 5 working days notice to Owner of activities that will affect Owner's operations. Perform work that will create objectionable noise inside the building during weekdays between 6:30 p.m. and 6 a.m., or during weekends

32. VERMIN, PEST AND RODENT CONTROL

32.1. Not used.

33. DRILLING, WELDING AND TORCH CUTTING

33.1. Daily Permits:When welding, torch cutting or other heating operations are to occur inside existing structures, the Contractor shall obtain a daily HOT WORK PERMIT from the Building Manager's Office. Permit must be obtained no more than 24 hours in advance, including for days following holidays, Mondays and off-hours (night) work. Reference attached Hot Work Permit form and General Instructions for required permit process. The PAI (Permit Authorizing Individual) will be available in the Building Management Office and/or throughout the Facility. Building Management Office hours are from 8am to 4pm. The permit must be posted at the job site prior to beginning the scheduled work. During the course of the Work, all existing smoke and heat detectors and sprinklers heads must remain operable. Coverings may be applied to protect them from spray coatings or other hazardous conditions only during the actual operations. Coverings must be removed immediately after the operations have concluded, but at the end of each working day at a minimum. When work produces dust or other airborne contaminants, e.g. spray painting, that could impair existing fire suppression or detection system(s) or when the system itself is otherwise impaired (drained down, etc.), the Contractor shall obtain a daily FIRE SYSTEM IMPAIRMENT PERMIT. Fire pbaker

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System Impairment Permit must be obtained a minimum of 48 hours in advance.

Reference attached Fire System Impairment Permit form and General Instructions.

33.2. Fire Watch: No welding or torch cutting shall be performed unless adequate fire protection is provided. The Contractor shall maintain a fire watch for the duration of welding, cutting and heating operations and for at least 30 minutes after the 'hot' work has stopped. A fire extinguisher (minimum 10 pounds, dry-chemical type, typical) shall be on hand when drilling, welding or cutting.

33.3. Use of Impact Hammers:The use of impact hammers or other equipment causing vibration, noise and dust may be harmful to collections and/or building occupants. The Contractor shall request approval from the COTR at least five (5) working days before beginning this type of work to ensure adequate time for notification of building occupants and protection of objects and collections.

33.4 Ventilation:The Contractor shall provide adequate ventilation to prevent air contamination or the accumulation of toxic materials. Take necessary measures to prevent welding fumes frompassive transfer to adjacent areas and from entering mechanical ventilation systems, including sealing all adjacent ducts and equipment openings with plastic. Where transfer is deemed likely or verified by the COTR, utilize local exhaust ventilation with HEPA filtration to control welding fumes. The Contractor shall submit means and methods for controlling air contamination to the COTR for review and approval.

TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES

34. CONTRACTOR FIELD OFFICES, TRAILERS AND SHEDS

34.1. Not Used.

35. STAGING, STORAGE AND WORK AREAS

35.1. The Contractor shall provide adequate storage and protection of materials and equipment delivered to the site to prevent theft, weather damage, mold infiltration, moisture damage and other physical damage.

35.2. Plan for Staging, Storage& Work Areas: The Contractor shall submit a drawing of areas proposed for phases of construction operations for approval by the COTR at least 15 working days prior to mobilization or at the Preconstruction Meeting, whichever is first. Coordinate this submission with collections protection submissions as required by Section 13 2000. The drawing shall show buildings, utilities, temporary utility extensions, temporary interior walls and barriers to limit unauthorized intrusion and to pbaker

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control noise and dust, pedestrian walkways, and the Contract's desired route for access and egress to the premises and to the project site.

35.3. All wood used for temporary, interior construction shall be pressure-impregnated with a "Dricon" treatment or an equal treatment approved by the Smithsonian Institution.

All pieces must bear the UL "FR-S" stamp. Intumescent (fire-retardant) paint shall not be used. All plastic sheeting shall be fire retardant 6-mil polyethylene. Submit product data to the COTR for review and approval.

36. SANITARY FACILITIES

36.1. Contractors' personnel will be permitted to use designated restrooms located on the premises. If, in the opinion of the COTR, the Contractors' personnel fail to maintain acceptable dress and conduct appropriate to a public place, permission to use the public restrooms may be rescinded.

37. TEMPORARY UTILITY SERVICES AND EXTENSIONS

Not Used.

38. SCAFFOLDING AND PLATFORMS

38.1. The Contractor shall erect temporary scaffolding in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926.451 and ANSI A10.8. The Contractor shall provide landing platforms with stairways or ladders for proper access and egress to all work areas.

38.2. For all frame scaffolding greater than 4 m in height, the Contractor shall submit working drawings to the COTR a minimum of ten (10) working days in advance of scaffolding erection. Working drawings submitted by the Contractor shall be certified by a registered Professional Engineer.

38.3. During non-working hours, the Contractor shall close and lock the scaffolding with a physical barrier to prevent access by unauthorized persons.

39. PROJECT SIGNS

39.1. Not used.

MEETINGS

40. PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

40.1. A Preconstruction Meeting will be scheduled with the Contractor before any work is started at the site. As soon as possible after the Date of Award, the COTR will contact pbaker

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the Contractor to arrange a time, date and place for the conference. Items to be discussed at the Preconstruction Meeting include, but are not limited to:

40.1.1. Contract Time: Notice to Proceed date and Completion date;

40.1.2. Scheduling and Submittals;

40.1.3. Mobilization and Staging;

40.1.4. Access to the Premises, Haul Routes, Loading Dock;

40.1.5. Contractor Deliveries;

40.1.6. Security Requirements/List of Contractor's Personnel;

40.1.7. Emergency Procedures and Phone Numbers;

40.1.8. Protection of Site and Historic Preservation;

40.1.9. Fire Protection and Safety Requirements;

40.1.10. Utility Interruptions, Rough-in Inspections, Testing;

40.1.11. Applications for Payment;

40.1.12. Pre-Condition Survey of the Site;

40.1.13. Accessibility Requirements;

40.1.14. Sustainability Requirements;

40.1.15. Building Systems Commissioning;

40.1.16. QualityControl;

40.2. The Contractor's key staff and representatives of all Subcontractors or Suppliers shall attend the Preconstruction Meeting.

40.3. Coordination Plan: The Contractor shall use the Preconstruction Meeting to develop a Coordination Plan for interaction with other parties working in or using the facility. The plan shall be submitted no less than five (5) working days after the Preconstruction Meeting and shall address interactions with other contractors, tenants, the public and any others making use of the site and surrounding areas. As a minimum it shall include:

40.3.1. Locations of overlap in use of the site by the Contractor and others, including work areas, delivery points, access/egress areas.

40.3.2. Specific items of work by others required to support critical milestones in the Contractor's schedule.

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40.3.3. Coordination with the work of the designated Commissioning Provider.

40.3.4. Completion or delivery of work by others that may impact the Contractor's schedule.

40.3.5. Portions of the work that create special hazards or disturbances.

40.3.6. Portions of the work that affect utilities, fire-protection or detection systems or security systems.

40.3.7. Events requiring access to areas outside of the project site or secured spaces.

40.3.8. Protection to be provided by the Contractor for work completed by others either before or during this project.

41. PRE-CONDITION SURVEY OF THE SITE

41.1. After the Preconstruction Meeting and before the start of work on the site, the project site (i.e. building, its contents, grounds and equipment) shall be inspected by the Contractor, major Subcontractors, COTR and other Smithsonian Institution personnel as may be required for the purpose of verification of the existing conditions. Any damages or defective equipment will be noted at this time and this survey will serve as the basis for the establishment of the pre-contract conditions. The identification of pre-contract conditions will be jointly established by the Contractor and Smithsonian Institution.

41.2. Written and photographic documentation: The Contractor shall prepare a typewritten and photographic report in PDF format to identify damages or defects of materials, equipment and the site. The Contractor shall submit report electronically to the Contracting Officer and the COTR.

41.3. Videotape documentation:The Contractor shall videotape and document the observations made during the survey of the existing conditions for buildings, improvements, finishes, utilities, interior surfaces, construction and other systems, components or materials, which might be affected by the Work. The Contractor shall retain one video report and shall submit one video report to the COTR. The typewritten and photographic report and video reports shall be complimentary in content and shall be submitted together.

42. PROJECT MEETINGS

42.1. Progress Meetings: The COTR will schedule regular progress meetings with an interdisciplinary integrated management team consisting of representatives of the pbaker

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Contractor, Smithsonian, Architect/Engineer Commissioning Provider, major Subcontractors and other critical Subcontractors and suppliers. The purposes of these meetings are to expedite the work, coordinate and schedule the Work and coordinate the work with Smithsonian activities. Progress meetings shall be held weekly unless otherwise directed by the COTR. The Contractor is responsible for leading all meetings and issuing meeting minutes. The time and place of the meetings will be established at a Preconstruction Meeting. The time and place of the meetings will be established at the Preconstruction Meeting. The Contractor shall ensure that all required Subcontractors and suppliers attend the Progress Meetings and the COTR will ensure that all necessary SI personnel attend.

42.2. Special-Topic Meetings: At the discretion of the COTR, additional meetings may be scheduled to address issues 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.

42.3. Meeting Minutes: The Contractor shall prepare minutes of each meeting and transmit,to the COTR, within 3 working days.

SUBMISSIONS

43. SUBMITTAL DEFINITIONS

43.1. Submittals are defined to include shop drawings, product data, samples and additional data required for submission to the COTR for review and approval prior to incorporation into the work.

43.1.1. Shop Drawings: Detailed drawings, schedules, diagrams and illustrations prepared specifically for this project by the Contractor or any subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier or distributor to illustrate fabrication and/or installation of a portion of the Work.

43.1.2. Schedule: A detailed tabulation of components, items or parts to be furnished for use on this project.

43.1.3. Statement: An affirmation prepared by the Contractor, the installer or manufacturer of a material, product or system, to satisfy a requirement defined in a technical section.

43.1.4. Factory Test Report: A written report of the findings of a test…