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McCarthy #260004-16.1 WAYNE AVENUE Wyomissing Borough

STORM IMPROVEMENTS Berks County

SUMMARY 011000 - 1

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

1. Contract description.

2. Work by Owner or other Work at the Site.

3. Owner-furnished products.

4. Contractor's use of Site.

5. Future work.

6. Work sequence.

7. Owner occupancy.

8. Specification conventions.

1.2 CONTRACT DESCRIPTION

A. Work of the Project includes construction of Street Improvements.

B. Perform Work of Contract under fixed cost Contract with Owner according to Conditions of

Contract.

1.3 WORK BY OWNER OR OTHERS

A. Coordinate Work with utilities of Owner and public or private agencies.

B. Work under this Contract includes:

1. Work as indicated on Drawings and Specifications.

1.4 OWNER-FURNISHED PRODUCTS

A. Contractor's Responsibilities:

1. Review Owner-reviewed Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples.

2. Receive and unload products at Site; inspect for completeness or damage jointly with

Owner.

3. Handle, store, install, and finish products.

4. Repair or replace items damaged after receipt.

1.5 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE.

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

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1. Noisy and Disruptive Operations (such as Use of Jack Hammers and Other Noisy

Equipment): Coordinate and schedule such operations with Owner to minimize disruptions.

B. Utility Outages and Shutdown:

1. Coordinate and schedule electrical and other utility outages with Owner.

C. Sound Level Restrictions: Sound pressure level measured at boundary of Site shall not exceed

40 dBA.

D. Pre-Construction Plan: Before start of construction, submit three copies of construction plan regarding access to Work, use of Site, and utility outages for acceptance by Owner. After acceptance of plan, construction operations shall comply with accepted plan unless deviations are accepted by Owner in writing.

1.6 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Sequencing of Construction Plan: Before start of construction, submit three copies of construction plan regarding phasing of demolition, installation, and renovation for acceptance by Owner. After acceptance of plan, construction sequencing shall comply with accepted plan unless deviations are accepted by Owner in writing.

B. Note that Old Mill Road must be paved in two passes with only one seam. Meadowlark Road must be paved in one pass with no visible seam line.

1.7 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. Schedule and substantially complete designated portions of the Work for occupancy before

Substantial Completion of the entire Work.

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

C. Schedule the Work to accommodate Owner occupancy.

1.8 SPECIFICATION CONVENTIONS

A. These Specifications are written in imperative mood and streamlined form. This imperative language is directed to Contractor unless specifically noted otherwise. The words "shall be" are included by inference where a colon (:) is used within sentences or phrases.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION - Not Used

END OF SECTION 011000

PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES 012000 - 1

SECTION 012000 - PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Cash allowances.

B. Contingency allowances.

C. Testing and inspection allowances.

D. Schedule of Values.

E. Application for Payment.

F. Change procedures.

G. Defect assessment.

H. Unit prices.

I. Alternates.

1.2 CASH ALLOWANCES

A. Costs Included in Cash Allowances: Cost of product to Contractor or Subcontractor, less applicable trade discounts; delivery to Site and applicable taxes unless stated otherwise in

Allowance Schedule.

B. Costs Not Included in Cash Allowances but Included in Contract Sum/Price: Product handling at Site including unloading, uncrating, and storage; protection of products from elements and from damage; and labor for installation and finishing unless stated otherwise in Allowance

Schedule.

C. Engineer Responsibilities:

1. Consult with Contractor for consideration and selection of products installers.

2. Select products in consultation with Owner and transmit decision to Contractor.

3. Prepare Change Order.

D. Contractor Responsibilities:

1. Assist Engineer in selection of products, and suppliers.

2. Obtain proposals from suppliers and offer recommendations.

3. Upon notification of selection by Engineer, execute purchase agreement with designated supplier.

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4. Arrange for and process Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples. Arrange for delivery.

5. Promptly inspect products upon delivery for completeness, damage, and defects. Submit claims for transportation damage.

E. Differences in costs will be adjusted by Change Order.

1.3 CONTINGENCY ALLOWANCES

A. Include in Contract a stipulated sum/price for use upon Owner's instruction as a contingency allowance.

B. Contractor's costs for products, delivery, installation, labor, insurance, payroll, taxes, bonding, equipment rental, overhead, and profit will be included in Change Orders authorizing expenditure of funds from this contingency allowance.

C. Funds will be drawn from contingency allowance only by Change Order.

D. At closeout of Contract, funds remaining in contingency allowance will be credited to Owner by

Change Order.

1.4 TESTING AND INSPECTION ALLOWANCES

A. Costs Included in Testing and Inspecting Allowances:

1. Cost of engaging testing and inspecting agency.

2. Execution of tests and inspecting.

3. Reporting results.

B. Costs Not Included in Testing and Inspecting Allowance but Included in Contract Sum/Price:

1. Costs of incidental labor and facilities required to assist testing or inspecting agency.

2. Costs of testing services used by Contractor separate from Contract Document requirements.

3. Costs of retesting upon failure of previous tests as determined by Engineer.

C. Payment Procedures:

1. Submit one copy of inspecting or testing firm's invoice with next Application for

Payment.

2. Pay invoice upon approval by Engineer.

D. Testing and Inspecting Allowance Schedule:

E. Differences in cost will be adjusted by Change Order.

1.5 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Submit printed schedule Contractor's standard form.

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B. Submit Schedule of Values in duplicate within 15 days after date of Owner-Contractor

Agreement.

C. Format: Use Table of Contents of this Project Manual. Identify each line item with number and title of major Specification Section. Also identify Site mobilization, and bonds and insurance.

D. Include in each line item amount of allowances as specified in this Section. For unit cost allowances, identify quantities taken from Contract Documents multiplied by unit cost to achieve total for each item.

E. Include within each line item, direct proportional amount of Contractor's overhead and profit.

F. Revise schedule to list approved Change Orders with each Application for Payment.

1.6 APPLICATION FOR PAYMENT

A. Submit two (2) copies of each Application for Payment.

B. Content and Format: Use Schedule of Values for listing items in Application for Payment.

C. Submit updated construction schedule with each Application for Payment.

D. Payment Period: Submit at intervals stipulated in the Agreement.

E. Submit submittals with transmittal letter as specified in Section 013300 - Submittal Procedures.

F. Submit three copies of waivers requested by Owner.

G. Substantiating Data: When Engineer requires substantiating information, submit data justifying dollar amounts in question. Include the following with Application for Payment:

1. Current construction photographs specified in Section 013300 - Submittal Procedures.

2. Partial release of liens from major Subcontractors and vendors.

3. Record Documents as specified in Section 017000 - Execution and Closeout

Requirements for review by Owner, which will be returned to Contractor.

4. Affidavits attesting to off-Site stored products.

5. Construction Progress Schedule, revised and current as specified in Section 013300 -

Submittal Procedures.

1.7 CHANGE PROCEDURES

A. Submittals: Submit name of individual who is authorized to receive change documents and is responsible for informing others in Contractor's employ or Subcontractors of changes to the

Work.

B. Carefully study and compare Contract Documents before proceeding with fabrication and installation of Work. Promptly advise Engineer of any error, inconsistency, omission, or apparent discrepancy.

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C. Requests for Interpretation (RFI) and Clarifications: Allot time in construction scheduling for liaison with Engineer; establish procedures for handling queries and clarifications.

D. Engineer will advise of minor changes in the Work not involving adjustment to Contract

Sum/Price or Contract Time by issuing supplemental instructions.

E. Engineer may issue Proposal Request or Notice of Change including a detailed description of proposed change with supplementary or revised Drawings and Specifications, a change in

Contract Time for executing the change.

F. Contractor may propose changes by submitting a request for change to Engineer, describing proposed change and its full effect on the Work. Include a statement describing reason for the change and the effect on Contract Sum/Price and Contract Time with full documentation.

G. Stipulated Sum/Price Change Order: Based on Proposal Request and Contractor's estimated price quotation or Contractor's request for Change Order as approved by Engineer.

H. Unit Price Change Order: For Contract unit prices and quantities, the Change Order will be executed on a fixed unit price basis. For unit costs or quantities of units of that which are not predetermined, execute Work under Construction Change Directive. Changes in Contract

Sum/Price or Contract Time will be computed as specified for the Change Order.

I. Construction Change Directive: Engineer may issue directive, signed by Owner, instructing

Contractor to proceed with change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

Document will describe changes in the Work and designate method of determining any change in Contract Sum/Price or Contract Time. Promptly execute change.

J. Change Order: Submit itemized account and supporting data after completion of change, within time limits indicated in Conditions of the Contract. Engineer will determine change allowable in

Contract Sum/Price and Contract Time as provided in Contract Documents.

K. Maintain detailed records of Work done on time and material basis. Provide full information required for evaluation of proposed changes and to substantiate costs for changes in the Work.

L. Document each quotation for change in Project Cost or Time with sufficient data to allow evaluation of quotation.

M. Change Order Forms: Contractor’s standard Change Order Form.

N. Execution of Change Orders: Engineer will issue Change Orders for signatures of parties as provided in Conditions of the Contract.

O. Correlation of Contractor Submittals:

1. Promptly revise Schedule of Values and Application for Payment forms to record each authorized Change Order as separate line item and adjust Contract Sum/Price.

2. Promptly revise Progress Schedules to reflect change in Contract Time, revise subschedules to adjust times for other items of Work affected by the change, and resubmit.

3. Promptly enter changes in Record Documents.

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1.8 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace the Work, or portions of the Work, not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in the opinion of the Engineer, it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, the

Engineer will direct appropriate remedy or adjust payment.

C. The defective Work may remain, but unit sum/price will be at discretion of Engineer and

Owner.

D. Defective Work will be partially repaired according to instructions of Engineer, and unit sum/price will be at discretion of Engineer.

E. Individual Specification Sections may modify these options or may identify specific formula or percentage sum/price reduction.

F. Authority of Engineer and Owner to assess defects and identify payment adjustments is final.

G. Nonpayment for Rejected Products: Payment will not be made for rejected products for any of the following reasons:

1. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

2. Products determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. Products not completely unloaded from transporting vehicle.

4. Products placed beyond lines and levels of the required Work.

5. Products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.

6. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

1.9 UNIT PRICES

A. Authority: Measurement methods are delineated in individual Specification Sections.

B. Measurement methods delineated in individual Specification Sections complement criteria of this Section. In event of conflict, requirements of individual Specification Section govern.

C. Take measurements and compute quantities. Engineer will verify measurements and quantities.

D. Unit Quantities: Quantities and measurements indicated on Bid Form are for Contract purposes only. Quantities and measurements supplied or placed in the Work shall determine payment.

1. When actual Work requires more or fewer quantities than those quantities indicated, provide required quantities at contracted unit sum/prices.

E. Payment Includes: Full compensation for required labor, products, tools, equipment, plant and facilities, transportation, services and incidentals; erection, application, or installation of item of the Work; overhead and profit.

F. Final payment for Work governed by unit prices will be made on basis of actual measurements and quantities accepted by Engineer multiplied by unit sum/price for Work incorporated in or made necessary by the Work. These adjustments compared to the contracted (bid) price shall be

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reflected in a Final Price Change Order for record-keeping purposes of the OWNER by the

Contractor.

G. Measurement of Quantities:

1. Measurement by Area: Measured by square dimension using mean length and width or radius.

2. Linear Measurement: Measured by linear dimension, at item centerline or mean chord.

3. Stipulated Sum/Price Measurement: Items measured by weight, volume, area, or linear means or combination, as appropriate, as completed item or unit of the Work.

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END OF SECTION 012000

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 013000 - 1

SECTION 013000 - ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Coordination and Project conditions.

B. Preconstruction meeting.

C. Site mobilization meeting.

D. Progress meetings.

E. Preinstallation meetings.

F. Closeout meeting.

G. Alteration procedures.

1.2 COORDINATION AND PROJECT CONDITIONS

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

B. Verify that utility requirements and characteristics of operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate Work of various Sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing operating equipment in service.

C. Coordinate space requirements, supports, and installation of mechanical and electrical Work indicated diagrammatically on Drawings. Follow routing shown for pipes, ducts, and conduit as closely as practical; place runs parallel with lines of building. Use spaces efficiently to maximize accessibility for other installations, for maintenance, and for repairs.

1. Coordination Drawings: Prepare as required to coordinate all portions of Work. Show relationship and integration of different construction elements that require coordination during fabrication or installation to fit in space provided or to function as intended.

Indicate locations where space is limited for installation and access and where sequencing and coordination of installations are important.

D. Coordination Meetings: In addition to other meetings specified in this Section, hold coordination meetings with personnel and Subcontractors to ensure coordination of Work.

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

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F. Coordinate completion and clean-up of Work of separate Sections in preparation for Substantial

Completion and for portions of Work designated for Owner's occupancy.

G. After Owner's occupancy of premises, coordinate access to Site for correction of defective

Work and Work not complying with Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of Owner's activities.

1.3 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Engineer and Owner will schedule and preside over meeting after Notice of Award.

B. Attendance Required: Engineer, Owner, major Subcontractors, and Contractor.

C. Minimum Agenda:

1. Execution of Owner-Contractor Agreement.

2. Submission of executed bonds and insurance certificates.

3. Distribution of Contract Documents.

4. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of products, schedule of values, and Progress

Schedule.

5. Designation of personnel representing parties in Contract, and Engineer.

6. Communication procedures.

7. Procedures and processing of requests for interpretations, field decisions, field orders, submittals, substitutions, Applications for Payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

8. Scheduling.

9. Critical Work sequencing.

D. Contractor: Record minutes and distribute copies to participants within two days after meeting, with two copies each to Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.

1.4 SITE MOBILIZATION MEETING

A. Engineer will schedule and preside over meeting prior to Contractor occupancy.

B. Attendance Required: Engineer, Owner, Contractor, major Subcontractors.

C. Minimum Agenda:

1. Use of premises by Owner and Contractor.

2. Owner's requirements and partial occupancy.

3. Construction facilities and controls.

4. Temporary utilities

5. Security and housekeeping procedures.

6. Schedules.

7. Procedures for testing.

8. Procedures for maintaining record documents.

9. Requirements for startup of equipment.

10. Inspection and acceptance of equipment put into service during construction period.

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D. Contractor: Record minutes and distribute copies to participants within two days after meeting, with copies to Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.

1.5 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum bi-monthly intervals.

B. Engineer will make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, and preside over meetings.

C. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, major Subcontractors, and suppliers, and Engineer, Owner, as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

D. Minimum Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems impeding planned progress.

5. Review of submittal schedule and status of submittals.

6. Review of off-Site fabrication and delivery schedules.

7. Maintenance of Progress Schedule.

8. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

9. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

10. Coordination of projected progress.

11. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

12. Effect of proposed changes on Progress Schedule and coordination.

13. Other business relating to Work.

E. Contractor: Record minutes and distribute copies to participants within two days after meeting, with two copies each to Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.

1.6 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. When required in individual Specification Sections, convene preinstallation meetings at Project

Site before starting Work of specific Section.

B. Require attendance of parties directly affecting, or affected by, Work of specific Section.

C. Notify Engineer days in advance of meeting date.

D. Prepare agenda and preside over meeting:

1. Review conditions of installation, preparation, and installation procedures.

2. Review coordination with related Work.

E. Contractor: Record minutes and distribute copies to participants within two days after meeting, with two copies each to Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.

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1.7 CLOSEOUT MEETING

A. Schedule Project closeout meeting with sufficient time to prepare for requesting Substantial

Completion. Preside over meeting and be responsible for minutes.

B. Attendance Required: Contractor, Engineer, Owner, and others appropriate to agenda.

C. Notify Engineer four days in advance of meeting date.

D. Minimum Agenda:

1. Start-up of facilities and systems.

2. Operations and maintenance manuals.

3. Testing, adjusting, and balancing.

4. System demonstration and observation.

5. Operation and maintenance instructions for Owner's personnel.

6. Contractor's inspection of Work.

7. Contractor's preparation of an initial "punch list."

8. Procedure to request Engineer inspection to determine date of Substantial Completion.

9. Completion time for correcting deficiencies.

10. Inspections by authorities having jurisdiction.

11. Certificate of Occupancy and transfer of insurance responsibilities.

12. Partial release of retainage.

13. Final cleaning.

14. Preparation for final inspection.

15. Closeout Submittals:

a. Project record documents.

b. Operating and maintenance documents.

c. Operating and maintenance materials.

d. Affidavits.

16. Final Application for Payment.

17. Contractor's demobilization of Site.

18. Maintenance.

E. Contractor: Record minutes and distribute copies to participants within two days after meeting, with copies each to Engineer, Owner, and those affected by decisions made.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ALTERATION PROCEDURES

A. Entire facility will be occupied for normal operations during progress of construction.

Cooperate with Owner in scheduling operations to minimize conflict and to permit continuous usage.

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1. Perform Work not to interfere with operations of occupied areas.

2. Keep utility and service outages to a minimum and perform only after written approval of

Owner.

3. Clean Owner-occupied areas daily. Clean spillage, overspray, and heavy collection of dust in Owner-occupied areas immediately.

B. Materials: As specified in product Sections; match existing products with new products for patching and extending Work.

C. Employ skilled and experienced installer to perform alteration and renovation Work.

D. Cut, move, or remove items as necessary for access to alterations and renovation Work. Replace and restore at completion. Comply with Section 017000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements

E. Remove unsuitable material not marked for salvage, including rotted wood, corroded metals, and deteriorated masonry and concrete. Replace materials as specified for finished Work.

F. Remove debris and abandoned items from area and from concealed spaces.

G. Prepare surface and remove surface finishes to permit installation of new Work and finishes.

H. Close openings in exterior surfaces to protect existing Work from weather and extremes of temperature and humidity.

I. Remove, cut, and patch Work to minimize damage and to permit restoring products and finishes to specified condition.

J. Where new Work abuts or aligns with existing Work, provide smooth and even transition. Patch

Work to match existing adjacent Work in texture and appearance.

K. When finished surfaces are cut so that smooth transition with new Work is not possible, terminate existing surface along straight line at natural line of division and submit recommendation to /Engineer for review.

L. Patch or replace portions of existing surfaces that are damaged, lifted, discolored, or showing other imperfections.

M. Finish surfaces as specified in individual product Sections.

END OF SECTION 013000

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE 013216 - 1

SECTION 013216 - CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Submittals.

B. Quality assurance.

C. Format for network analysis schedules.

D. Network analysis schedules.

E. Bar chart schedules.

F. Review and evaluation.

G. Updating schedules.

H. Distribution.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. At Preconstruction meeting, submit proposed preliminary network diagram defining planned operations for first 60 days of Work, with general outline for remainder of Work.

B. Participate in review of preliminary and complete network diagrams jointly with Engineer.

C. Within 20 days after joint review of proposed preliminary network diagram, submit draft of proposed complete network diagram for review. Include written certification that major

Subcontractors have reviewed and accepted proposed schedule.

D. Within ten (10) days after joint review, submit complete network analysis consisting of network diagrams and mathematical analyses.

E. Submit updated network schedules with each Application for Payment and bi-monthly

Construction meeting.

F. Submit number of opaque reproductions Contractor requires, plus two (2) copies Engineer will retain.

G. Submit network schedules under transmittal letter form specified in Section 013300 -

Submittal Procedures.

H. Schedule Updates:

1. Overall percent complete, projected and actual.

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2. Completion progress by listed activity and subactivity, to within five (5) working days prior to submittal.

3. Changes in Work scope and activities modified since submittal.

4. Delays in submittals or resubmittals, deliveries, or Work.

5. Adjusted or modified sequences of Work.

6. Other identifiable changes.

7. Revised projections of progress and completion.

I. Narrative Progress Report:

1. Submit with each monthly submission of Progress Schedule.

2. Summary of Work completed during the past period between reports.

3. Work planned during the next period.

4. Explanation of differences between summary of Work completed and Work planned in previously submitted report.

5. Current and anticipated delaying factors and estimated impact on other activities and completion milestones.

6. Corrective action taken or proposed.

1.3 FORMAT FOR NETWORK ANALYSIS SCHEDULE

A. Listings: Reading from left to right, in ascending order for each activity. Identify each activity with applicable Specification Section number.

B. Diagram Sheet Size: 11 high x 17 inches wide required.

C. Scale and Spacing: To allow for notations and revisions.

1.4 NETWORK ANALYSIS SCHEDULES

A. Prepare network analysis diagrams and supporting mathematical analyses using critical path method.

B. Illustrate order and interdependence of activities and sequence of Work; how start of given activity depends on completion of preceding activities, and how completion of activity may restrain start of subsequent activities.

C. Illustrate complete sequence of construction by activity, identifying Work of separate stages. Indicate dates for submittals and return of submittals; dates for procurement and delivery of products; and dates for installation and provision for testing. Include legend for symbols and abbreviations used.

D. Mathematical Analysis: Tabulate each activity of detailed network diagrams using calendar dates, and identify for each activity:

1. Preceding and following event numbers.

2. Activity description.

3. Estimated duration of activity, in maximum fifteen (15) day intervals. Status of critical activities.

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4. Earliest start date.

5. Earliest finish date.

6. Actual start date.

7. Actual finish date.

8. Latest start date.

9. Latest finish date.

10. Total and free float; accrue float time to Owner and to Owner's benefit.

11. Monetary value of activity, keyed to Schedule of Values.

12. Percentage of activity completed.

13. Responsibility.

E. Analysis Program: Capable of compiling monetary value of completed and partially completed activities, of accepting revised completion dates, and of recomputing of scheduled dates and float.

F. Required Sorts: List activities in sorts or groups:

1. By preceding Work item or event number from lowest to highest.

2. By longest float, then in order of early start.

3. By responsibility in order of earliest possible start date.

4. In order of latest allowable start dates.

5. In order of latest allowable finish dates.

6. Contractor's periodic payment request sorted by Schedule of Values list.

7. List of basic input data-generating report.

8. List of activities on critical path.

G. Prepare subschedules for each stage of Work and Sequencing of Construction Plan identified in Section 011000 - Summary.

H. Coordinate contents with Schedule of Values in Section 013300 - Submittal Procedures.

1.5 BAR CHART SCHEDULES

A. Format: Bar chart Schedule, to include at least:

1. Identification and listing in chronological order of those activities reasonably required to complete the Work, including:

a. Subcontract Work.

b. Major equipment design, fabrication, factory testing, and delivery dates including required lead times.

c. Move-in and other preliminary activities.

d. Equipment and equipment system test and startup activities.

e. Project closeout and cleanup.

f. Work sequences, constraints, and milestones.

2. Listings identified by Specification Section number.

3. Identification of the following:

a. Horizontal time frame by year, month, and week.

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b. Duration, early start, and completion for each activity and subactivity.

c. Critical activities and Project float.

d. Subschedules to further define critical portions of Work.

1.6 REVIEW AND EVALUATION

A. Participate in joint review and evaluation of schedules with Engineer at each submittal.

B. Evaluate Project status to determine Work behind schedule and Work ahead of schedule.

C. After review, revise schedules incorporating results of review, and resubmit within ten (10) days.

1.7 UPDATING SCHEDULES

A. Maintain schedules to record actual start and finish dates of completed activities.

B. Indicate progress of each activity to date of revision, with projected completion date of each activity. Update schedules to depict current status of Work.

C. Identify activities modified since previous submittal, major changes in Work, and other identifiable changes.

D. Upon approval of a Change Order, include the change in the next schedule submittal.

E. Indicate changes required to maintain Date of Total Completion.

F. Submit sorts as required to support recommended changes.

G. Prepare narrative report to define problem areas, anticipated delays, and impact on schedule. Report corrective action taken or proposed and its effect including effects of changes on schedules of separate Contractors.

1.8 DISTRIBUTION

A. Following joint review, distribute copies of updated schedules to Contractor's Project site file, to Subcontractors, suppliers, Engineer, and Owner.

B. Instruct recipients to promptly report, in writing, problems anticipated by projections shown in schedules.

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END OF SECTION 013216

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300 - 1

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Definitions.

B. Submittal procedures.

C. Construction progress schedules.

D. Proposed product list.

E. Product data.

F. Shop Drawings.

G. Other submittals.

H. Design data.

I. Test reports.

J. Certificates.

K. Manufacturer’s instructions.

L. Manufacturer’s field reports.

M. Erection Drawings.

N. Contractor review.

O. Engineer review.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require

Engineer’s responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical Samples that do not require Engineer’s responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

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1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Transmit each submittal with Engineer-accepted form.

B. Sequentially number transmittal forms. Mark revised submittals with original number and sequential alphabetic suffix.

C. Identify: Project, Contractor, Subcontractor and supplier, pertinent Drawing and detail number, and Specification Section number appropriate to submittal.

D. Apply Contractor’s stamp, signed or initialed, certifying that review, approval, verification of products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information is according to requirements of the Work and contract Documents.

E. Schedule submittals to expedite Project and deliver to Engineer at business address.

Coordinate submission of related items.

F. For each submittal for review, allow 15 days excluding delivery time to and from

Contractor.

G. Identify variations in Contract Documents and product or system limitations that may be detrimental to successful performance of completed Work.

H. Allow space on submittals for Contractor and Engineer review stamps.

I. When revised for resubmission, identify changes made since previous submission.

J. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals as appropriate. Instruct parties to promptly report inability to comply with requirements.

K. Submittals not requested will not be recognized nor processed.

L. Incomplete Submittals: Engineer will not review. Complete submittals for each item are required. Delays resulting from incomplete submittals are not the responsibility of

Engineer.

1.4 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. Comply with Section 013216 – Construction Progress Schedule

1.5 PROPOSED PRODUCT LIST

A. Within 15 days after date of Owner-contractor Agreement, submit list of major products proposed for use, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

B. For products specified only by reference standards, indicate manufacturer, trade name, model or catalog designation, and reference standards.

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1.6 PRODUCT DATA

A. Product Data: Action Submittal: Submit to Engineer for review for assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

B. Submit number of copies Contractor requires, plus two copies Engineer will retain.

C. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data.

Supplement manufacturers’ standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

D. Indicate product utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

E. After review, produce copies and distribute according to “Submittal Procedures” Article and for record documents described in Section 017000 – Execution and Closeout requirements.

1.7 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Shop drawings: Action Submittal: Submit to Engineer for assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

B. Indicate special utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

C. When required by individual Specification Sections, provide Shop Drawings signed and sealed by a professional engineer responsible for designing components shown on Shop

Drawings.

1. Include signed and sealed calculations to support design.

2. Submit Shop drawings and calculations in form suitable for submission to and approval by authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Make revisions and provide additional information when required by authorities having jurisdiction.

D. After review, produce copies and distribute according to “Submittal Procedures” Article and for record documents described in Section 017000 – Execution and Closeout

Requirements.

1.8 OTHER SUBMITTALS

A. Closeout Submittals: Comply with Section 017000 – Execution and Closeout

Requirements

B. Information Submittal: Submit data for Engineer’s knowledge as contract administrator or for Owner.

C. Submit information for assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

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1.9 TEST REPORTS

A. Informational Submittal: Submit reports for Engineer’s knowledge as contract administrator or for Owner.

B. Submit test reports for information for assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

1.10 CERTIFICATES

A. Informational Submittal: Submit certification by manufacturer, installation/application

Subcontractor, or Contractor to Engineer, in quantities specified for Product Data.

B. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

C. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product but must be acceptable to Engineer.

1.11 MANUFACTURER’S INSTRUCTIONS

A. Informational Submittal: Submit manufacturer’s installation instructions for engineer’s knowledge as contract administrator or for Owner.

B. Submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, startup, adjusting, and finishing, to Engineer in quantities specified for Product Data.

C. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

1.12 MANUFACTURER’S FIELD REPORTS

A. Informational Submittal: Submit reports for Engineer’s knowledge as Contract administrator or for Owner.

B. Submit report in duplicate within 24 hours of observation to Engineer for information.

C. Submit reports for information for assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents

1.13 ERECTION DRAWINGS

A. Informational submittal: Submit drawings for Engineer’s knowledge as Contract administrator or for Owner.

B. Submit Drawings for information assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in contract Documents.

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C. Data indicating inappropriate or unacceptable Work may be subject to action by Engineer or Owner.

1.14 CONTRACTOR REVIEW

A. Review for compliance with Contract Documents and approve submittals before transmitting to Engineer.

B. Contractor: Responsible for:

1. Determination and verification of materials including manufacturer’s catalog numbers.

2. Determination and verification of field measurements and field construction criteria.

3. Checking and coordinating information in submittal with requirements of Work and of Contract Documents.

4. Determination of accuracy and completeness of dimensions and quantities.

5. Confirmation and coordination of dimensions and field conditions at Site.

6. Construction means, techniques, sequences, and procedures.

7. Safety precautions.

8. Coordination and performance of Work of all trades.

C. Stamp, sign, or initial, and date each submittal to certify compliance with requirements of

Contract Documents.

D. Do not fabricate products or begin Work for which submittals are required until approved submittals have been received from Engineer.

1.15 ENGINEER REVIEW

A. General: Construction Manager or Engineer will not review submittals that do not bear

Contractor’s approval stamp and will return them without action.

Action Submittals: Construction Manager or Engineer will transmit a letter referencing each submittal with comments provided appropriately to indicate action taken, as follows:

1. No Exceptions Taken.

2. Reviewed as Noted.

3. Not Approved, Revise and Resubmit

4. Not Reviewed.

5. Action Not Required.

B. Informational submittals and other similar data are for Engineer’s information, do not require Engineer’s responsive action, and will not be reviewed or returned with comment.

C. Partial submittals are not acceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned without review.

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D. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may not be reviewed and may be discarded.

E. Do not make “mass submittals” to Engineer. “Mass submittals” are defined as six or more submittals or items in one day or 20 or more submittals or items in one week. If “mass submittals” are received, Engineer’s review time stated above will be extended as necessary to perform proper review. Engineer will review “mass submittals” based on priority determined by Engineer after consultation with Owner.

F. Submittal approval does not authorize changes to Contract requirements unless accompanies by change Order.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS – Not Used

PART 3 - EXECUTION – Not Used

END OF SECTION 013300

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 014000 - 1

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Quality control.

B. Tolerances.

C. References.

D. Labeling.

E. Testing and inspection services.

F. Manufacturers' field services.

1.2 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, Site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply with specified standards as the minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

C. Perform Work using persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.

D. Products, materials, and equipment may be subject to inspection by Engineer and Owner at place of manufacture or fabrication. Such inspections shall not relieve Contractor of complying with requirements of Contract Documents.

E. Supervise performance of Work in such manner and by such means to ensure that Work, whether completed or in progress, will not be subjected to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during construction period.

1.3 TOLERANCES

A. Monitor fabrication and installation tolerance control of products to produce acceptable Work.

Do not permit tolerances to accumulate.

B. Comply with manufacturers' recommended tolerances and tolerance requirements in reference standards. When such tolerances conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from

Architect/Engineer before proceeding.

C. Adjust products to appropriate dimensions; position before securing products in place.

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1.4 REFERENCES

A. For products or workmanship specified by association, trade, or other consensus standards, comply with requirements of standard except when more rigid requirements are specified or are required by applicable codes.

B. Conform to reference standard by date of issue current as of date for receiving Bids except where specific date is established by code.

C. Obtain copies of standards and maintain on Site when required by product Specification

Sections.

D. When requirements of indicated reference standards conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Architect/Engineer before proceeding.

E. Neither contractual relationships, duties, or responsibilities of parties in Contract nor those of

Architect/Engineer shall be altered from Contract Documents by mention or inference in reference documents.

1.5 LABELING

A. Attach label from agency approved by authorities having jurisdiction for products, assemblies, and systems required to be labeled by applicable code.

B. Label Information: Include manufacturer's or fabricator's identification, approved agency identification, and the following information, as applicable, on each label:

1. Model number.

2. Serial number.

3. Performance characteristics.

C. Manufacturer's Nameplates, Trademarks, Logos, and Other Identifying Marks on Products: Not allowed on surfaces exposed to view in public areas, interior or exterior.

1.6 INSPECTION SERVICES

A. Engineer will perform inspections and other services specified in individual Specification

Sections and as required by Owner.

B. Inspections and source quality control may occur on or off Project Site. Perform off-Site testing as required by Owner.

C. Reports shall be submitted to Contractor and authorities having jurisdiction in duplicate, indicating observations and compliance or noncompliance with Contract Documents.

1. Submit final report indicating correction of Work previously reported as noncompliant.

D. Re-inspection required because of nonconformance with specified or indicated requirements shall be performed by the Engineer. Payment for re-inspection will be charged to Contractor by deducting inspection charges from Contract Sum/Price.

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1.7 MANUFACTURER'S FIELD SERVICES

A. When specified in individual Specification Sections, require material or product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe Site conditions, conditions of surfaces and installation, quality of workmanship as applicable, and to initiate instructions when necessary.

B. Submit qualifications of observer to Architect/Engineer 15 days in advance of required observations. Observer is subject to approval of Engineer.

C. Report observations and Site decisions or instructions given to applicators or installers that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturer's written instructions.

D. Refer to Section 013300 - Submittal Procedures, "Manufacturer's Field Reports" Article.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - Not Used

PART 3 - EXECUTION – Not Used

END OF SECTION 014000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS 015000 - 1

SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary facilities under Construction Management Agreement.

B. Temporary Utilities:

1. Temporary electricity.

2. Temporary lighting for construction purposes.

3. Communication services.

4. Temporary water service.

5. Temporary sanitary facilities.

C. Construction Facilities:

1. Field offices and sheds.

2. Vehicular access.

3. Parking.

4. Progress cleaning and waste removal.

5. Project identification.

6. Traffic regulation.

7. Fire-prevention facilities.

D. Temporary Controls:

1. Barriers.

2. Enclosures and fencing.

3. Security.

4. Water control.

5. Dust control.

6. Erosion and sediment control.

7. Noise control.

8. Pest and rodent control.

9. Pollution control.

E. Removal of utilities, facilities, and controls.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. ASTM International:

1. ASTM E 84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials.

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1.3 TEMPORARY FACILITIES UNDER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT

A. Temporary Provisions Provided by Construction Manager:

1. Temporary barriers, barricades, covered walkways, fencing, exterior closures, and interior closures.

2. Temporary field offices.

3. Cleaning during construction.

4. Access roads and approaches.

5. Temporary sanitary facilities.

6. Temporary electrical service and distribution system for power and lighting.

7. Temporary telephone and internet service.

B. Each Contractor: Coordinate provisions with Construction Manager and provide the following items as necessary for execution of the Work including associated costs:

1. Construction aids.

2. Temporary fire protection, dust control, erosion and sediment control, water control, noise control, and other necessary temporary controls.

3. Temporary barriers, barricades, and similar devices as necessary for safety and protection of construction personnel and public.

4. On Construction Manager's approval, may provide temporary field office including electrical service and temporary telephone.

5. Temporary tree and plant protection.

6. Electrical service required in addition to temporary service and distribution provided by

Construction Manager.

7. Temporary provisions for protection of installed Work.

1.4 TEMPORARY ELECTRICITY

A. Contractors are to provide sufficient electricity generation for operation of tools and lighting.

Any substantial electricity required for job trailers, etc. beyond generator capacity needing a tap into existing utilities should be coordinated with the local utility provider (Met-Ed).

1.5 TEMPORARY LIGHTING FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES

A. Provide and maintain lighting for construction operations.

B. Provide and maintain 1 watt/sq ft lighting to exterior staging and storage areas after dark for security purposes.

C. Provide branch wiring from power source to distribution boxes with lighting conductors, pigtails, lamps, and the like, for specified lighting levels.

D. Maintain lighting and provide routine repairs.

E. Permanent building lighting shall not be used during construction.

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1.6 COMMUNICATION SERVICES

A. Telephone Service: Provide, maintain, and pay for telephone service to field office at time of

Project mobilization and until completion of Work.

B. Facsimile Service: Provide, maintain, and pay for facsimile service to field office and

Engineer's office at time of Project mobilization and until completion of Work.

C. Internet Service: Provide, maintain, and pay for broadband Internet service to field office at time of Project mobilization. Provide desktop computer with Microsoft operating system and appropriate office function software, modem, and printer.

1.7 TEMPORARY WATER SERVICE

A. Provide and pay for suitable quality water service as needed to maintain specified conditions for construction operations. Connect to existing water source.

1.8 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Provide and maintain required facilities and enclosures, to include at least one portable toilet.

1.9 FIELD OFFICES AND SHEDS

A. Field Office: Portable or mobile buildings, weathertight, with lighting, electrical outlets, communication lines, and ventilating equipment, and equipped with sturdy furniture including table, chairs, drawing rack, waste and recycling containers, and file storage.

B. Provide space for Project meetings, with table and chairs to accommodate four people.

C. Locate field offices and sheds a minimum distance of 25 feet from existing structures.

D. Do not use permanent facilities for field offices or for storage.

1. Communication Services: As specified in this Section.

E. Storage Areas and Sheds: Size to storage requirements for products of individual Sections, allowing for access and orderly provision for maintenance and inspection of products to suit requirements in Section 016000 - Product Requirements.

F. Preparation: Fill and grade for temporary structures sloped for drainage away from buildings.

G. Installation:

1. Install field office spaces ready for occupancy 15 days after date established by Owner-

Contractor Agreement.

H. Maintenance and Cleaning:

1. Periodic cleaning and…