2-3-CR27002-27241230 Approved Specifications.pdf

USDB - Playground Repair 000101 - 1 Project Title Page

SECTION 000101

PROJECT TITLE PAGE

PROJECT MANUAL

FOR

USDB - PLAYGROUND REPAIR

ARCHITECT'S PROJECT 26113

OWNER'S PROJECT DFCM #27241230:

UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND (USDB)

1160 W. 900 S.

SPRINGVILLE, UTAH84663

DATE: 07-07-2026

BBA ARCHITECTS, LLC

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USDB - Playground Repair 000102 - 2 Project Information

SECTION 000102

PROJECT INFORMATION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Project Name: USDB - Playground Repair, located at: the Springville Campus.

B. Architect's Project 26111:

C. Owner's Project _____: 27241230

1160 W. 900 S.

Springville, Utah84663.

D. The Owner, hereinafter referred to as Owner: UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE

BLIND (USDB)

E. Owner's Project Manager: Dwight Overgaard.

1. Address: 1160 W. 900 S..

2. City, State, Zip: Springville, UT 84663.

3. Phone/Fax: 801.209.5256.

4. E-mail: dwighto@usdb.org.

1.02 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. Summary Project Description: Remove old playground safety surface and replace it with specified methods and materials. .

1.03 PROJECT CONSULTANTS

A. DFCM Project Manager: Lee Hutchings.

1. Phone/Fax: 801.419.8347.

2. E-mail: lhutchings@utah.gov.

B. The Architect, hereinafter referred to as Architect: BBA Architects - Rocky Baer.

1. Address: 16 E Main Street.

2. City, State, Zip: American Fork, UT 84003.

3. Phone/Fax: 385.248.0660 Ext 2.

4. E-mail: rocky@bbaarchitect.com.

1.04 PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE

A. Pre-Bid Site Tour: As indicated in DFCM's Bid solicitation at ______.

B. Last Request for Substitution Due: 5 days prior to due date of bids.

C. Last Day for Questions: 3 days prior to bids being due.

D. Notice to Proceed: Within 7 days after due date.

E. Bids May Not Be Withdrawn Until: 60 days after due date.

F. Final Completion date is critical due to requirements of Owner's operations.

1. A completion date will be determined later.

G. The Owner reserves the right to change the schedule or terminate the entire procurement process at any time.

1.05 PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS

A. Availability of Documents: Complete sets of procurement documents may be obtained:

1. U3P Website.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 000102

USDB - Playground Repair 000103 - 3 Project Directory

SECTION 000103

PROJECT DIRECTORY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Identification of project team members and their contact information.

1.02 OWNER:

A. Name: UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND (USDB)

1. Address Line 1: 1160 W. 900 S..

2. City: Springville.

3. State: UT.

4. Zip Code: 84663.

B. Primary Contact: All correspondence from the Contractor to the Architect will be through this party, unless alternate arrangements are mutually agreed upon at preconstruction meeting.

1. Title: Principal Architect.

2. Name: Rocky Baer.

3. Email: rocky@bbaarchitect.com.

1.03 CONSULTANTS:

A. Architect: Design Professional of Record. All correspondence from the Contractor regarding construction documents authored by Architect's consultants will be through this party, unless alternate arrangements are mutually agreed upon at preconstruction meeting.

1. Company Name: BBA Architects

a. Address Line 1: 16 E. Main Street.

b. Address Line 2: __________.

c. City: American Fork.

d. State: UT.

e. Zip Code: 84003.

f. Telephone: 385.248.0660 Ext 2.

2. Primary Contact:

a. Title: Principal Architect.

b. Name: Rocky Baer.

c. Email: rocky@bbaarchitect.com.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 000103

USDB - Playground Repair 000110 - 4 Table Of Contents

SECTION 000110

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

1.01 DIVISION 00 -- PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

A. 000101 - Project Title Page B. 000102 - Project Information C. 000103 - Project Directory D. 000110 - Table of Contents E. 000115 - List of Drawing Sheets F. 001113 - Advertisement for Bids G. 002113 - Instructions to Bidders H. 004100 - Bid Form I. 004323 - Alternates Form J. 005000 - Contracting Forms and Supplements

SPECIFICATIONS

2.01 DIVISION 01 -- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. 011000 - Summary B. 012300 - Alternates C. 012500 - Substitution Procedures D. 013553 - Security Procedures E. 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls F. 015100 - Temporary Utilities G. 015500 - Vehicular Access and Parking H. 016000 - Product Requirements I. 017000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements J. 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal K. 017800 - Closeout Submittals

2.02 DIVISION 02 -- EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. 024100 - Demolition

USDB - Playground Repair 000110 - 5 Table Of Contents

2.03 DIVISION 03 -- CONCRETE (NOT USED)

2.04 DIVISION 04 -- MASONRY (NOT USED)

2.05 DIVISION 05 -- METALS (NOT USED)

2.06 DIVISION 06 -- WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES (NOT USED)

2.07 DIVISION 07 -- THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION (NOT USED)

2.08 DIVISION 08 -- OPENINGS (NOT USED)

2.09 DIVISION 09 -- FINISHES (NOT USED)

2.10 DIVISION 10 -- SPECIALTIES (NOT USED)

2.11 DIVISION 11 -- EQUIPMENT (NOT USED)

2.12 DIVISION 12 -- FURNISHINGS (NOT USED)

2.13 DIVISION 13 -- SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION (NOT USED)

2.14 DIVISION 14 -- CONVEYING EQUIPMENT (NOT USED)

2.15 DIVISION 21 -- FIRE SUPPRESSION (NOT USED)

2.16 DIVISION 22 -- PLUMBING (NOT USED)

2.17 DIVISION 23 -- HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING (HVAC) (NOT USED)

2.18 DIVISION 25 -- INTEGRATED AUTOMATION (NOT USED)

2.19 DIVISION 26 -- ELECTRICAL (NOT USED)

2.20 DIVISION 27 -- COMMUNICATIONS (NOT USED)

2.21 DIVISION 28 -- ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY (NOT USED)

2.22 DIVISION 31 -- EARTHWORK (NOT USED)

2.23 DIVISION 32 -- EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

A. 321816.13 - Playground Protective Surfacing

2.24 DIVISION 33 -- UTILITIES (NOT USED)

2.25 DIVISION 34 -- TRANSPORTATION (NOT USED)

2.26 DIVISION 40 -- PROCESS INTEGRATION (NOT USED)

2.27 DIVISION 46 -- WATER AND WASTEWATER EQUIPMENT

END OF SECTION 000110

USDB - Playground Repair 000115 - 6 List Of Drawing Sheets

SECTION 000115

LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

ARCHITECTURAL:

G001-COVER SHEET

G002 - ABBREVIATIONS & SYMBOLS

A101 - SITE PLAN

END OF SECTION 000115

USDB - Playground Repair 001113 - 7 Advertisement For Bids

SECTION 001113

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

FROM:

1.01 THE OWNER (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS OWNER ):

A. UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND (USDB)

B. Address:

1160 W. 900 S.

Project Location Address 2 Springville, Utah84663

1.02 AND THE ARCHITECT (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS ARCHITECT ):

A. BBA Architects, LLC

1.03 DATE: JULY 7, 2026

1.04 TO: POTENTIAL BIDDERS

A. Your firm is invited to submit an offer under seal to Owner for construction of a Playground Surface Repair located at the above address before As indicated in DFCM's Bid solicitation pm local standard time on the ______ day of ______, As indicated in DFCM's Bid solicitation, for:

B. Project: USDB - Playground Repair C. Owner's Project Number: 27241230 D. Project Description: Remove old playground safety surface and replace it with specified methods and materials..

E. Bid Documents for a Stipulated Sum contract may be obtained from the office of the

Procurement website U3P free of charge F. Your offer will be required to be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 60 days after submission.

G. The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers.

1.05 SIGNATURE

A. For: UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND (USDB) B. By: _______________________

1. Signed: _______________________________

2. (Authorized signing officer)

END OF SECTION 001113

USDB - Playground Repair 002113 - 8 Instructions To Bidders

SECTION 002113

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

SUMMARY

1.01 SEE AIA A701, INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS FOLLOWING THIS DOCUMENT.

1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Document 004100 - Bid Form.

B. Document 004323 - Alternates Form.

INVITATION

2.01 BID SUBMISSION

A. Bids signed, executed, and dated will be received via the procurement website U3P before ______ p.m. local standard time on MM-dd-yyyy. As indicated in DFCM's Bid solicitation

B. Offers submitted after the above time will not be accepted

2.02 INTENT

A. The intent of this Bid request is to obtain an offer to perform work to complete project named USDB - Playground Repair for a Stipulated Sum contract, in accordance with Contract Documents.

2.03 WORK IDENTIFIED IN THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Work of this proposed Contract comprises Playground surface removal and replacment, including general construction Work.

B. Project Location:

1160 W. 900 S. Springville, Utah, 84663

2.04 CONTRACT TIME

A. Perform the Work within the time stated in Supplementary Conditions.

B. The bidder, in submitting an offer, accepts the Contract Time period stated for performing the

Work. The completion date in the Agreement shall be the Contract Time added to the commencement date. The bidder may suggest a revision to the Contract Time with a specific adjustment to the Bid Amount.

BID DOCUMENTS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

3.01 DEFINITIONS

A. Bid Documents: Contract Documents supplemented with Invitation To Bid, Instructions to Bidders, Bid Form Supplements To Bid Forms and Appendices identified.

B. Bid, Offer, or Bidding: Act of submitting an offer.

C. Bid Amount: Monetary sum identified by the Bidder in the Bid Form.

3.02 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS IDENTIFICATION

A. Contract Documents are identified as Owner's DFCM #27241230 , as prepared by Architect, and with contents as identified in the Project Manual.

3.03 AVAILABILITY

A. Bid documents may be obtained at U3P.com.

3.04 INQUIRIES/ADDENDA

A. Addenda may be issued during the bidding period. All Addenda become part of Contract Documents. Include resultant costs in the Bid Amount.

B. Verbal answers are not binding on any party.

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C. Clarifications requested by bidders must be in writing not less than 3 days before date set for receipt of bids. The reply will be in the form of an Addendum, a copy of which will be forwarded to known recipients.

3.05 PRODUCT/ASSEMBLY/SYSTEM SUBSTITUTIONS

A. General Requirements for Substitution Requests:

1. Project Manual establishes standards for products, assemblies, and systems.

2. Submit requests only for elements for which substitution is specifically allowed in the

Project Manual.

3. Provide sufficient information to determine acceptability of proposed substitutions.

4. Provide complete information on required revisions to other work to accommodate each proposed substitution.

B. Substitution Request Time Restrictions:

1. Where the Bid Documents stipulate a particular product, substitutions will be considered up to 5 days before receipt of bids.

C. Substitution Request Form:

1. Submit substitution requests by completing the form attached to this section. See this form for additional information and instructions. Use only this form; other forms of submission are unacceptable.

D. Review and Acceptance of Request:

1. Architect may approve the proposed substitution and will issue an Addendum to known bidders.

SITE ASSESSMENT

4.01 SITE EXAMINATION

A. Examine the project site before submitting a bid.

B. A visit to the project site has been arranged for bidders as follows: To be identified in DFCM Bid

Solicitation C. Subsequential site visits may be set up if there is a demand, as of now, the only site visit will be at the pre-bid meeting, as dated above.

4.02 PREBID CONFERENCE

A. A bidders conference has been scheduled for ________ a.m. on the ______ day of ________ at the location of ________.

B. All general contract and subcontract bidders and suppliers are invited.

C. Representatives of Architect will be in attendance.

D. Summarized minutes of this meeting will be circulated to attendees. These minutes will form part of Contract Documents.

BID SUBMISSION

5.01 BID DEPOSITORY

A. The U3P Bid Depository system of bid collection shall be used for all trades.

B. The rules and regulations of this bid deposit system, in force on the day of bid submission shall apply.

5.02 SUBMISSION PROCEDURE

A. Bidders shall be solely responsible for the delivery of their bids in the manner and time prescribed.

B. Electronic Document Submissions:

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5.03 BID INELIGIBILITY

A. Bids that are unsigned, improperly signed or sealed, conditional, illegible, obscure, contain arithmetical errors, erasures, alterations, or irregularities of any kind, may at the discretion of the Owner, be declared unacceptable.

BID ENCLOSURES/REQUIREMENTS

6.01 BID FORM REQUIREMENTS

A. Complete all requested information in the Bid Form and Appendices.

6.02 SELECTION AND AWARD OF ALTERNATES

A. Indicate variation of bid price for Alternates listed on the Bid Form. Unless otherwise indicated, indicate Alternates as a difference in bid price by adding to or deducting from the base bid price.

OFFER ACCEPTANCE/REJECTION

7.01 DURATION OF OFFER

A. Bids shall remain open to acceptance and shall be irrevocable for a period of sixty (60) days after the bid closing date.

7.02 ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER

A. Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers.

B. After acceptance by Owner, Architect on behalf of Owner, will issue to the successful bidder, a written letter of Contract Award.

END OF SECTION 002113

USDB - Playground Repair 004100 - 11 Bid Form

SECTION 004100

BID FORM

THE PROJECT AND THE PARTIES

1.01 TO:

A. UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND (USDB) (Owner) 1160 W. 900 S.

Springville, Utah84663

1.02 FOR:

A. Project: USDB - Playground Repair B. Owner's 27241230

1160 W. 900 S.

Springville, Utah84663

1.03 DATE: ______________ (BIDDER TO ENTER DATE)

1.04 SUBMITTED BY: (BIDDER TO ENTER NAME AND ADDRESS)

A. Bidder's Full Name _________________________

1. Address _________________________

2. City, State, Zip_________________________

1.05 OFFER

A. Having examined the Place of The Work and all matters referred to in the Instructions to

Bidders and the Bid Documents prepared by BBA Architects for the above mentioned project, we, the undersigned, hereby offer to enter into a Contract to perform the Work for the Sum of:

B. _________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________ dollars ($______________________), in lawful money of the United States of America.

C. We have included the required performance assurance bonds in the Bid Amount as required by the Instructions to Bidders.

1. The cost of the required performance assurance bonds is _ ______________ _dollars

($___________), in lawful money of the United States of America.

1.06 ACCEPTANCE

A. This offer shall be open to acceptance and is irrevocable for sixty days from the bid closing date.

B. If this bid is accepted by Owner within the time period stated above, we will:

1. Execute the Agreement within seven days of receipt of Notice of Award.

2. Furnish the required bonds within seven days of receipt of Notice of Award.

1.07 CONTRACT TIME

A. If this Bid is accepted, we will:

B. Complete the Work by ___________________________________ (Bidder to enter completion date or time frame.)

1.08 ADDENDA

A. The following Addenda have been received. The modifications to the Bid Documents noted below have been considered and all costs are included in the Bid Sum.

1. Addendum # _______ Dated ________________.

2. Addendum # _______ Dated ________________.

1.09 BID FORM SUPPLEMENTS

A. The following information is included with Bid submission:

1. Alternates: 1, 2, 3.

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1.10 BID FORM SIGNATURE(S)

A. The Corporate Seal of B. ____________________________________________ C. (Bidder - print the full name of your firm) D. was hereunto affixed in the presence of:

E. ____________________________________________ F. (Authorized signing officer, Title) G. (Seal) H. ____________________________________________ I. (Authorized signing officer, Title)

END OF SECTION 004100

USDB - Playground Repair 004323 - 13 Alternates Form

SECTION 004323

ALTERNATES FORM

PARTICULARS

1.01 THE FOLLOWING IS THE LIST OF ALTERNATES REFERENCED IN THE BID SUBMITTED BY:

1.02 (BIDDER) _______________________________

1.03 TO (OWNER ): UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND (USDB)

1.04 DATED ________________ AND WHICH IS AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE BID FORM.

ALTERNATES LIST

2.01 THE FOLLOWING AMOUNTS SHALL BE ADDED TO OR DEDUCTED FROM THE BID

AMOUNT. REFER TO SECTION 012300 - ALTERNATES.

ALTERNATE # 1: ADD $ ________________________

ALTERNATE # 2: ADD $ ________________________

END OF SECTION 004323

USDB - Playground Repair 011000 - 14 Summary

SECTION 011000

SUMMARY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT

A. Project Name: USDB - Playground Repair B. Owner's Name: UTAH SCHOOLS FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND (USDB).

C. Architect's Name: BBA Architects, LLC.

D. The Project consists of the replacement of Playground Surface.

1.02 CONTRACT DESCRIPTION

A. Contract Type: A single prime contract based on a Stipulated Price as described in Document

005000 - Contracting Forms and Supplements.

1.03 DESCRIPTION OF ALTERATIONS WORK

A. Scope of alterations work is indicated on drawings.

1.04 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. Owner intends to continue to occupy adjacent portions of the existing building during the entire construction period.

B. Owner intends to occupy the Project upon Substantial Completion.

C. Cooperate with Owner to minimize conflict and to facilitate Owner's operations.

D. Schedule the Work to accommodate Owner occupancy.

1.05 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Construction Operations: Limited to areas noted on Drawings.

1. Locate and conduct construction activities in ways that will limit disturbance to site.

B. Arrange use of site and premises to allow:

1. Owner occupancy.

C. Provide access to and from site as required by law and by Owner:

1. Emergency Building Exits During Construction: Keep all exits required by code open during construction period; provide temporary exit signs if exit routes are temporarily altered.

2. Do not obstruct roadways, sidewalks, or other public ways without permit.

D. Existing building spaces may not be used for storage.

E. Utility Outages and Shutdown:

1. Do not disrupt or shut down life safety systems, including but not limited to fire sprinklers and fire alarm system, without 7 days notice to Owner and authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Prevent accidental disruption of utility services to other facilities.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 011000

USDB - Playground Repair 012300 - 15 Alternates

SECTION 012300

ALTERNATES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Description of Alternates.

B. Procedures for pricing Alternates.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Document 002113 - Instructions to Bidders: Instructions for preparation of pricing for

Alternates.

B. Document 004323 - Alternates Form: List of Alternates as supplement to Bid Form.

1.03 ACCEPTANCE OF ALTERNATES

A. Alternates quoted on Bid Forms will be reviewed and accepted or rejected at Owner's option.

Accepted Alternates will be identified in the Owner-Contractor Agreement.

B. Coordinate related work and modify surrounding work to integrate the Work of each Alternate.

1.04 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES

A. Alternate No. 1 - Cost to go from base bid of 1/2" EPDM wearing layer to 3/4" thick, only in the area with the existing safety surface.:

B. Alternate No. 2 - In lieu of the existing wood chips, as indicated in the plans, remove and replace with playground safety surface, 3/4" thick wearing layer.:

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 012300

USDB - Playground Repair 012500 - 16 Substitution Procedures

SECTION 012500

SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Procedural requirements for proposed substitutions.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 002113 - Instructions to Bidders: Restrictions on timing of substitution requests.

B. Section 012300 - Alternates, for product alternatives affecting this section.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Changes from Contract Documents requirements proposed by Contractor to materials, products, assemblies, and equipment.

1. Substitutions for Cause: Proposed due to changed Project circumstances beyond

Contractor's control.

a. Unavailability.

2. Substitutions for Convenience: Proposed due to possibility of offering substantial advantage to the Project.

a. Substitution requests offering advantages solely to the Contractor will not be considered.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. A Substitution Request for products, assemblies, materials, and equipment constitutes a representation that the submitter:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product, equipment, assembly, or system.

2. Agrees to provide the same warranty for the substitution as for the specified product.

3. Agrees to provide same or equivalent maintenance service and source of replacement parts, as applicable.

4. Agrees to coordinate installation and make changes to other work that may be required for the work to be complete, with no additional cost to Owner.

5. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension that may subsequently become apparent.

B. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Documents. Burden of proof is on proposer.

1. Note explicitly any non-compliant characteristics.

C. Content: Include information necessary for tracking the status of each Substitution Request, and information necessary to provide an actionable response.

1. No specific form is required. Contractor's Substitution Request documentation must include the following:

a. Project Information:

1) Official project name and number, and any additional required identifiers established in Contract Documents.

b. Substitution Request Information:

1) Indication of whether the substitution is for cause or convenience.

2) Issue date.

3) Reference to particular Contract Document(s) specification section number, title, and article/paragraph(s).

4) Description of Substitution.

5) Reason why the specified item cannot be provided.

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6) Differences between proposed substitution and specified item.

7) Description of how proposed substitution affects other parts of work.

c. Attached Comparative Data: Provide point-by-point, side-by-side comparison addressing essential attributes specified, as appropriate and relevant for the item:

1) Physical characteristics.

2) Visual effect.

3) Sustainable design features.

4) Warranties.

5) Include, as appropriate or requested, the following types of documentation:

(a) Product Data:

(b) Samples.

(c) Certificates, test, reports or similar qualification data.

(d) Drawings, when required to show impact on adjacent construction elements.

d. Impact of Substitution:

1) Savings to Owner for accepting substitution.

2) Change to Contract Time due to accepting substitution.

D. Limit each request to a single proposed substitution item.

1. Submit an electronic document, combining the request form with supporting data into single document.

3.02 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES DURING PROCUREMENT

A. Submittal Time Restrictions:

1. Section 002113 - Instructions to Bidders specifies time restrictions and the documents required for submitting substitution requests during the bidding period.

3.03 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. Submit request for Substitution for Cause immediately upon discovery of need for substitution, but not later than 7 days prior to time required for review and approval by Architect, in order to stay on approved project schedule.

B. Substitutions will not be considered under one or more of the following circumstances:

1. When they are indicated or implied on shop drawing or product data submittals, without having received prior approval.

2. Without a separate written request.

3. When acceptance will require revisions to Contract Documents.

3.04 RESOLUTION

A. Architect may request additional information and documentation prior to rendering a decision.

Provide this data in an expeditious manner.

B. Architect will notify Contractor in writing of decision to accept or reject request.

3.05 ACCEPTANCE

A. Accepted substitutions change the work of the Project. They will be documented and incorporated into work of the project by Change Order, Construction Change Directive, Architectural Supplementary Instructions, or similar instruments provided for in the Conditions of the Contract.

3.06 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES

A. See Section 017800 - Closeout Submittals, for closeout submittals.

B. Include completed Substitution Request Forms as part of the Project record. Include both approved and rejected Requests.

END OF SECTION 012500

USDB - Playground Repair 013553 - 18 Security Procedures

SECTION 013553

SECURITY PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Security measures including entry control and miscellaneous restrictions.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 011000 - Summary: use of premises and occupancy.

B. Section 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls: barriers and enclosures.

1.03 SECURITY PROGRAM

A. Protect Work , existing premises and Owner's operations from theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry.

B. Maintain program throughout construction period until Owner occupancy.

1.04 ENTRY CONTROL

A. Restrict entrance of persons and vehicles into Project site .

B. Allow entrance only to authorized persons with proper identification.

C. Owner will control entrance of persons and vehicles related to Owner's operations.

1.05 RESTRICTIONS

A. Do not allow cameras on site or photographs taken except by written approval of Owner.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 013553

USDB - Playground Repair 015000 - 19 Temporary Facilities And Controls

SECTION 015000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary utilities.

B. Temporary sanitary facilities.

C. Temporary Controls: Barriers, enclosures, and fencing.

D. Security requirements.

E. Vehicular access and parking.

F. Waste removal facilities and services.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 013553 - Security Procedures B. Section 015100 - Temporary Utilities.

C. Section 015500 - Vehicular Access and Parking.

1.03 TEMPORARY UTILITIES - SEE SECTION 015100

A. Owner will provide the following:

1. Electrical power, consisting of connection to existing facilities.

2. Water supply, consisting of connection to existing facilities.

1.04 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Provide and maintain required facilities and enclosures. Provide at time of project mobilization.

B. Maintain daily in clean and sanitary condition.

1.05 BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas, to prevent access to areas that could be hazardous to workers or the public, to allow for owner's use of site and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations and demolition.

B. Provide barricades and covered walkways required by governing authorities for public rights-of-way and for public access to existing building.

C. Provide protection for plants designated to remain. Replace damaged plants.

D. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site, and structures from damage.

1.06 FENCING

A. Construction: Commercial grade chain link fence. If project extends longer than the beginning of the school year.

B. Provide 6 foot (1.8 m) high fence around construction site; equip with vehicular and pedestrian gates with locks. Provide privacy screening. Fencing to be around entire project site.

1.07 SECURITY - SEE SECTION 013553

A. Provide security and facilities to protect Work, existing facilities, and Owner's operations from unauthorized entry, vandalism, or theft.

1.08 VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING - SEE SECTION 015500

A. Coordinate access and haul routes with governing authorities and Owner.

B. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

C. Provide means of removing mud from vehicle wheels before entering streets, if applicable.

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D. Provide temporary parking areas to accommodate construction personnel. When site space is not adequate, provide additional off-site parking.

1.09 WASTE REMOVAL

A. See Section 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal, for additional requirements.

B. Provide waste removal facilities and services as required to maintain the site in clean and orderly condition.

C. Provide containers with lids. Remove trash from site periodically.

D. If materials to be recycled or re-used on the project must be stored on-site, provide suitable non-combustible containers; locate containers holding flammable material outside the structure unless otherwise approved by the authorities having jurisdiction.

E. Open free-fall chutes are not permitted. Terminate closed chutes into appropriate containers with lids.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 015000

USDB - Playground Repair 015100 - 21 Temporary Utilities

SECTION 015100

TEMPORARY UTILITIES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary Utilities: Provision of electricity and water.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls:

1.03 TEMPORARY ELECTRICITY

A. Cost: By Owner.

B. Connect to Owner's existing power service.

1. Do not disrupt Owner's need for continuous service.

2. Exercise measures to conserve energy.

C. Provide temporary electric feeder from existing building electrical service at location as directed.

D. Power Service Characteristics: ____ volt, ____ ampere, three phase, four wire.

E. Complement existing power service capacity and characteristics as required.

F. Provide power outlets for construction operations, with branch wiring and distribution boxes located as required. Provide flexible power cords as required.

G. Provide main service disconnect and over-current protection at convenient location and meter.

H. Permanent convenience receptacles may be utilized during construction.

I. Provide adequate distribution equipment, wiring, and outlets to provide single phase branch circuits for power and lighting.

1.04 TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE

A. Cost of Water Used: By Owner.

B. Provide and maintain suitable quality water service for construction operations at time of project mobilization.

C. Connect to existing water source.

1. Exercise measures to conserve water.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

END OF SECTION 015100

USDB - Playground Repair 015500 - 22 Vehicular Access And Parking

SECTION 015500

VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Access roads.

B. Parking.

C. Existing pavements and parking areas.

D. Construction parking controls.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 011000 - Summary: For access to site, work sequence, and occupancy.

PART 3 EXECUTION

2.01 ACCESS ROADS

A. Use of designated existing on-site streets and driveways for construction traffic is permitted.

B. Tracked vehicles not allowed on paved areas.

C. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants free of obstructions.

2.02 PARKING

A. Use of designated areas of existing parking facilities by construction personnel is permitted.

2.03 CONSTRUCTION PARKING CONTROL

A. Control vehicular parking to prevent interference with public traffic and parking, access by emergency vehicles, and Owner's operations.

B. Prevent parking on or adjacent to access roads or in non-designated areas.

END OF SECTION 015500

USDB - Playground Repair 016000 - 23 Product Requirements

SECTION 016000

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Transportation, handling, storage and protection.

B. Product option requirements.

C. Substitution limitations.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 012500 - Substitution Procedures: Substitutions made during procurement and/or construction phases.

B. Section 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal: Waste disposal requirements potentially affecting product selection, packaging and substitutions.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data Submittals: Submit manufacturer's standard published data. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

B. Shop Drawing Submittals: Prepared specifically for this Project; indicate utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

C. Sample Submittals: Illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

1. For selection from standard finishes, submit samples of the full range of the manufacturer's standard colors, textures, and patterns.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 NEW PRODUCTS

A. Provide new products unless specifically required or permitted by Contract Documents.

B. Use of products having any of the following characteristics is not permitted:

1. Containing lead, cadmium, or asbestos.

2.02 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Use any product meeting those standards or description.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers: Use a product of one of the manufacturers named and meeting specifications, no options or substitutions allowed.

C. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with a Provision for Substitutions:

Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SUBSTITUTION LIMITATIONS

A. See Section 012500 - Substitution Procedures.

3.02 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Package products for shipment in manner to prevent damage; for equipment, package to avoid loss of factory calibration.

B. If special precautions are required, attach instructions prominently and legibly on outside of packaging.

C. Coordinate schedule of product delivery to designated prepared areas in order to minimize site storage time and potential damage to stored materials.

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D. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

E. Transport materials in covered trucks to prevent contamination of product and littering of surrounding areas.

F. Promptly inspect shipments to ensure that products comply with requirements, quantities are correct, and products are undamaged.

G. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage, and to minimize handling.

H. Arrange for the return of packing materials, such as wood pallets, where economically feasible.

3.03 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Designate receiving/storage areas for incoming products so that they are delivered according to installation schedule and placed convenient to work area in order to minimize waste due to excessive materials handling and misapplication. See Section 017419.

B. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

C. Store with seals and labels intact and legible.

D. Store sensitive products in weathertight, climate-controlled enclosures in an environment favorable to product.

E. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground.

F. Protect products from damage or deterioration due to construction operations, weather, precipitation, humidity, temperature, sunlight and ultraviolet light, dirt, dust, and other contaminants.

G. Comply with manufacturer's warranty conditions, if any.

H. Do not store products directly on the ground.

I. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation and degradation of products.

J. Prevent contact with material that may cause corrosion, discoloration, or staining.

K. Provide equipment and personnel to store products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

L. Arrange storage of products to permit access for inspection. Periodically inspect to verify products are undamaged and are maintained in acceptable condition.

END OF SECTION 016000

USDB - Playground Repair 017000 - 25 Execution And Closeout Requirements

SECTION 017000

EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Examination, preparation, and general installation procedures.

B. Cleaning and protection.

C. Closeout procedures, including Contractor's Correction Punch List, except payment procedures.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 011000 - Summary: Limitations on working in existing building; continued occupancy;

work sequence; identification of salvaged and relocated materials.

B. Section 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls: Temporary exterior enclosures.

C. Section 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal: Additional procedures for trash/waste removal, recycling, salvage, and reuse.

D. Section 017800 - Closeout Submittals: Project record documents, operation and maintenance data, warranties, and bonds.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

1.04 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and work of the various sections of the Project Manual to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements, with provisions for accommodating items installed later.

B. Notify affected utility companies and comply with their requirements.

C. Verify that utility requirements and characteristics of new operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.

D. Coordinate space requirements, supports, and installation of mechanical and electrical work that are indicated diagrammatically on drawings. Follow routing indicated for pipes, ducts, and conduit, as closely as practicable; place runs parallel with lines of building. Utilize spaces efficiently to maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

E. In finished areas except as otherwise indicated, conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring within the construction. Coordinate locations of fixtures and outlets with finish elements.

F. Coordinate completion and clean-up of work of separate sections.

G. After Owner occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defective work and work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of Owner's activities.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that existing site conditions and substrate surfaces are acceptable for subsequent work.

Start of work means acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Verify that existing substrate is capable of structural support or attachment of new work being applied or attached.

C. Examine and verify specific conditions described in individual specification sections.

D. Take field measurements before confirming product orders or beginning fabrication, to minimize waste due to over-ordering or misfabrication.

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E. Verify that utility services are available, of the correct characteristics, and in the correct locations.

F. Prior to Cutting: Examine existing conditions prior to commencing work, including elements subject to damage or movement during cutting and patching. After uncovering existing work, assess conditions affecting performance of work. Beginning of cutting or patching means acceptance of existing conditions.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Clean substrate surfaces prior to applying next material or substance.

B. Seal cracks or openings of substrate prior to applying next material or substance.

C. Apply manufacturer required or recommended substrate primer, sealer, or conditioner prior to applying any new material or substance in contact or bond.

3.03 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Install products as specified in individual sections, in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations, and so as to avoid waste due to necessity for replacement.

B. Make vertical elements plumb and horizontal elements level, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Install equipment and fittings plumb and level, neatly aligned with adjacent vertical and horizontal lines, unless otherwise indicated.

D. Make consistent texture on surfaces, with seamless transitions, unless otherwise indicated.

E. Make neat transitions between different surfaces, maintaining texture and appearance.

3.04 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in a clean and orderly condition.

B. Remove debris and rubbish from pipe chases, plenums, attics, crawl spaces, and other closed or remote spaces, prior to enclosing the space.

C. Broom and vacuum clean interior areas prior to start of surface finishing, and continue cleaning to eliminate dust.

D. Collect and remove waste materials, debris, and trash/rubbish from site periodically and dispose off-site; do not burn or bury.

3.05 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED WORK

A. Protect installed work from damage by construction operations.

B. Provide special protection where specified in individual specification sections.

C. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed products. Control activity in immediate work area to prevent damage.

D. Provide protective coverings at walls, projections, jambs, sills, and soffits of openings.

E. Protect finished floors, stairs, and other surfaces from traffic, dirt, wear, damage, or movement of heavy objects, by protecting with durable sheet materials.

F. Prohibit traffic or storage upon waterproofed or roofed surfaces. If traffic or activity is necessary, obtain recommendations for protection from waterproofing or roofing material manufacturer.

G. Remove protective coverings when no longer needed; reuse or recycle coverings if possible.

3.06 ADJUSTING

A. Adjust operating products and equipment to ensure smooth and unhindered operation.

3.07 FINAL CLEANING

A. Use cleaning materials that are nonhazardous.

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B. Clean interior and exterior glass, surfaces exposed to view; remove temporary labels, stains and foreign substances, polish transparent and glossy surfaces, vacuum carpeted and soft surfaces.

C. Remove all labels that are not permanent. Do not paint or otherwise cover fire test labels or nameplates on mechanical and electrical equipment.

D. Clean equipment and fixtures to a sanitary condition with cleaning materials appropriate to the surface and material being cleaned.

E. Clean filters of operating equipment.

F. Clean debris from roofs, gutters, downspouts, scuppers, overflow drains, area drains, drainage systems, and ______.

G. Clean site; sweep paved areas, rake clean landscaped surfaces.

H. Remove waste, surplus materials, trash/rubbish, and construction facilities from the site;

dispose of in legal manner; do not burn or bury.

3.08 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Make submittals that are required by governing or other authorities.

B. Accompany Project Coordinator on preliminary inspection to determine items to be listed for completion or correction in the Contractor's Correction Punch List for Contractor's Notice of Substantial Completion.

C. Notify Architect when work is considered ready for Architect's Substantial Completion inspection.

D. Submit written certification containing Contractor's Correction Punch List, that Contract Documents have been reviewed, work has been inspected, and that work is complete in accordance with Contract Documents and ready for Architect's Substantial Completion inspection.

E. Conduct Substantial Completion inspection and create Final Correction Punch List containing Architect's and Contractor's comprehensive list of items identified to be completed or corrected and submit to Architect.

F. Correct items of work listed in Final Correction Punch List and comply with requirements for access to Owner-occupied areas.

G. Notify Architect when work is considered finally complete and ready for Architect's Substantial Completion final inspection.

H. Complete items of work determined by Architect listed in executed Certificate of Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION 017000

USDB - Playground Repair 017419 - 28 Construction Waste Management And Disposal

SECTION 017419

CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 WASTE MANAGEMENT REQUIREMENTS

A. Owner requires that this project generate the least amount of trash and waste possible.

B. Employ processes that ensure the generation of as little waste as possible due to error, poor planning, breakage, mishandling, contamination, or other factors.

C. Minimize trash/waste disposal in landfills; reuse, salvage, or recycle as much waste as economically feasible.

D. Methods of trash/waste disposal that are not acceptable are:

1. Burning on the project site.

2. Burying on the project site.

3. Dumping or burying on other property, public or private.

4. Other illegal dumping or burying.

5. Incineration, either on- or off-site.

E. Regulatory Requirements: Contractor is responsible for knowing and complying with regulatory requirements, including but not limited to Federal, state and local requirements, pertaining to legal disposal of all construction and demolition waste materials.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 011000 - Summary: List of items to be salvaged from the existing building for relocation in project or for Owner.

B. Section 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls: Additional requirements related to trash/waste collection and removal facilities and services.

C. Section 016000 - Product Requirements: Waste prevention requirements related to product substitutions.

D. Section 016000 - Product Requirements: Waste prevention requirements related to delivery, storage, and handling.

E. Section 017000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Trash/waste prevention procedures related to demolition, cutting and patching, installation, protection, and cleaning.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Clean: Untreated and unpainted; not contaminated with oils, solvents, caulk, or the like.

B. Construction and Demolition Waste: Solid wastes typically including building materials, packaging, trash, debris, and rubble resulting from construction, remodeling, repair and demolition operations.

C. Hazardous: Exhibiting the characteristics of hazardous substances, i.e., ignitibility, corrosivity, toxicity or reactivity.

D. Nonhazardous: Exhibiting none of the characteristics of hazardous substances, i.e., ignitibility, corrosivity, toxicity, or reactivity.

E. Nontoxic: Neither immediately poisonous to humans nor poisonous after a long period of exposure.

F. Recyclable: The ability of a product or material to be recovered at the end of its life cycle and remanufactured into a new product for reuse by others.

G. Recycle: To remove a waste material from the project site to another site for remanufacture into a new product for reuse by others.

H. Recycling: The process of sorting, cleansing, treating and reconstituting solid waste and other discarded materials for the purpose of using the altered form. Recycling does not include burning, incinerating, or thermally destroying waste.

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I. Return: To give back reusable items or unused products to vendors for credit.

J. Reuse: To reuse a construction waste material in some manner on the project site.

K. Salvage: To remove a waste material from the project site to another site for resale or reuse by others.

L. Sediment: Soil and other debris that has been eroded and transported by storm or well production run-off water.

M. Source Separation: The act of keeping different types of waste materials separate beginning from the first time they become waste.

N. Toxic: Poisonous to humans either immediately or after a long period of exposure.

O. Trash: Any product or material unable to be reused, returned, recycled, or salvaged.

P. Waste: Extra material or material that has reached the end of its useful life in its intended use.

Waste includes salvageable, returnable, recyclable, and reusable material.

PART 3 EXECUTION

2.01 WASTE MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

A. See Section 015000 for additional requirements related to trash/waste collection and removal facilities and services.

B. See Section 016000 for waste prevention requirements related to delivery, storage, and handling.

C. See Section 017000 for trash/waste prevention procedures related to demolition, cutting and patching, installation, protection, and cleaning.

END OF SECTION 017419

USDB - Playground Repair 017800 - 30 Closeout Submittals

SECTION 017800

CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Project record documents.

B. Operation and maintenance data.

C. Warranties and bonds.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 017000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Contract closeout procedures.

B. Individual Product Sections: Specific requirements for operation and maintenance data.

C. Individual Product Sections: Warranties required for specific products or Work.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Project Record Documents: Submit documents to Architect with claim for final Application for

Payment.

B. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. For equipment, or component parts of equipment put into service during construction and operated by Owner, submit completed documents within ten days after acceptance.

2. Submit one copy of completed documents 15 days prior to final inspection. This copy will be reviewed and returned after final inspection, with Architect comments. Revise content of all document sets as required prior to final submission.

3. Submit two sets of revised final documents in final form within 10 days after final inspection.

C. Warranties and Bonds:

1. For equipment or component parts of equipment put into service during construction with

Owner's permission, submit documents within 10 days after acceptance.

2. Make other submittals within 10 days after Date of Substantial Completion, prior to final

Application for Payment.

3. For items of Work for which acceptance is delayed beyond Date of Substantial

Completion, submit within 10 days after acceptance, listing the date of acceptance as the beginning of the warranty period.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain on site one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the Work:

1. Drawings.

2. Specifications.

3. Addenda.

4. Change Orders and other modifications to the Contract.

5. Reviewed shop drawings, product data, and samples.

6. Manufacturer's instruction for assembly, installation, and adjusting.

B. Ensure entries are complete and accurate, enabling future reference by Owner.

C. Store record documents separate from…