2. AVB 01 0000 Subcontractor Gen Req - BP3 MCS MS Addit & Renov.pdf

Rev 7/2020

MCS Middle School Additions

& Renovations

BP3

Mattawan, MI

AVB-26-507

AVB 01 0000

SUBCONTRACTOR GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Below is a list of the Sections that help comprise the AVB Contractual General Requirements Article. Documents may be added or deleted as seen fit by AVB Construction with or without notice to the Bidders/Contractors. While this list is a general overview, it is not an all-inclusive list by any means. Other Contractual documents such as drawings, specifications, addenda, Bulletins, RFIs, reports, etc. are to be included as well (See Project Manual for additional information):

01 10 00 Summary/General Items

01 14 00 Access to/Use of Site

01 25 00 Substitution Procedures

01 26 00 Contract Modification Procedures

01 29 76 Payment Procedures

01 31 00 Project Coordination

01 32 13 Construction Scheduling

01 33 13 Administrative Submittals (Certifications, Signed Contracts, etc.)

01 33 23 Submittals (Drawings, Product Data, Samples, etc.)

01 35 20 Safety

01 35 21 Asbestos Awareness

01 35 40 Environmental Goals

01 35 43 Construction Waste Management Plan

01 40 00 Reference Standards and Definitions

01 51 00 Temporary Utilities

01 52 00 Temporary Facilities

01 71 00 Layout

01 73 00 Cutting and Patching

01 74 00 Cleaning and Debris Control

01 77 19 Project Close-Out

01 78 36 Warranty Requirements

01 80 00 General Installation Provisions

Within the following pages are the descriptions of each Section noted above as it pertains to MCS Middle School Additions & Renovations, BP3 also referred to herein as “The Project”. Each Bidder/Contractor/Sub-Contractor will be held responsible for

MCS ADDITIONS AND RENOVATIONS – BP3

reading and adhering to any and all data as found within the following pages. See also Article AVB 00 0000 Bidder Instructions and Requirements.

01 10 00 Summary/General Items

1.1. The Subcontractor shall determine all quantities required and indicate same where required, and verify all quantities indicated on the Form of Bid Proposal, and provide any and all quantity information requested.

1.2. The Subcontractor shall have full-time supervision on the jobsite at all times who is knowledgeable and competent in the detailed requirements of the work of this work category. This person shall not be removed from this project until the work is complete and shall not be removed or replaced without the approval of AVB Construction.

1.3. The Subcontractor shall provide all quality safety and dust control required for the work of this work category, including specific layout and location of all items.

1.4. The Subcontractor shall not commence work until the following insurance certificates and other items are received from the Subcontractor and approved by AVB Construction (See Section 01 33 13 for requirements and deadlines):

1. Signed construction Subcontract

2. Bonds (if applicable to project)

3. Commercial General Liability, Auto and Worker’s Compensation Insurance Certificates

4. Safety Manual

5. Schedule of Values

1.5. All work installed under this work category must meet all applicable codes and governing body requirements, as well as applicable or referenced standards.

1.6. Subcontractors shall comply with those items as noted in Article 00 00 00, Section 00 45 00 which includes Michigan Department of Civil Rights and Michigan’s Right-To-Know-Law.

1.7. The Subcontractor shall keep pace with the project schedule, as it accelerates or decelerates with other trades, as directed by AVB Construction. The Subcontractor will be given a twenty four (24) hour notice to increase/decrease production to maintain schedule. Failure to comply will be just cause for AVB Construction to contract with other sources to maintain schedule. The cost of this additional work will be borne by the Subcontractor.

1.8. Subcontractor shall schedule all required inspections applicable to this work with the Governing Inspection

Department. Subcontractor shall have sole responsibility for the completed function of the work of this work category to gain final inspection approval of all Governing Authorities. Any additional work or process required to gain such approval and acceptance is the responsibility of the Subcontractor and is included in the bid cost of the work of this work category.

1.9. Subcontractor must coordinate its work with the work of other Subcontractor at the site to eliminate conflicts. No additional costs as a result of a lack of coordination will be allowed.

1.10. Subcontractor shall complete the work of this work category according to the schedule provided by AVB

Construction, or complete it sooner, and as a part of the work of this work category agrees to comply with any and all schedule changes, updates and directives.

1.11. Any requests for extra charges presented by Subcontractor to AVB Construction will be considered if, and only if, AVB Construction is contacted regarding the necessity of a revision, alteration, and/or additional work prior to the performance of the work. AVB Construction must authorize the work to be performed and agree to the charges in advance and in writing by issuing a written change order for the work. AVB Construction will not be responsible for the cost of extra work performed without written approval.

1.12. Subcontractor shall be responsible to perform all work of this work category in a 100% safe manner, without any risk to its employees or the employees of others at the site. Subcontractor shall be responsible for the cost of repairs as a result of this Subcontractor damaging its work, and shall be responsible for the cost of repairs as a result of this Subcontractor damaging the work of other Subcontractor, with the repair costs by others deducted from this Subcontractor’s contract by change order.

1.13. Subcontractor, if applicable, is to verify that the required “fall” of any surface will meet its required intercept point prior to Subcontractor starting installation of the work.

1.14. Subcontractor shall provide all layout required for the work of this work category for:

1. Specific line

2. Grade

3. Control

4. and location

1.15. Subcontractor shall store all equipment and materials in locations approved and as directed by AVB Construction, and will relocate these items, at no cost, if so directed by AVB Construction.

1.16. Subcontractor shall be responsible for cleaning up debris resulting from its work on a daily basis. Debris will be disposed of in the jobsite dumpster provided by AVB Construction. Failure to comply will result in AVB Construction completing the clean-up work on behalf of the Subcontractor with a deductive Change Order written to the Subcontract, including applicable equipment costs.

1.17. Temporary jobsite power will be available at 110 Volts, 20 Amps at the site. Any power requirements in addition to that provided must be supplied by this Subcontractor.

1.18. Final payment application will be processed per Section 01 77 19 Project Close-out.

1.19. Subcontractor shall warranty, as applicable, the workmanship of the materials supplied or materials and installation of the work of this work category for a period of two (2) years from the date of receipt of the final certificate of occupancy, such period as required, or such period as provided by the manufacturer, whichever is longer.

1.20. Subcontractor shall be responsible to repair a minor amount of damage to its work caused by others.

1.21. Retainage will be held against payments to the Subcontractor at the rate of ten percent (10%) until the completion of the project.

1.22. Change Orders will not be considered on the monthly application for payment until the Change Orders have been issued and formally executed by both parties.

1.23. Tobacco Products are prohibited on the MCS Campus, including, but not limited to, the footprint of the building or in the Construction Management Building/Facility.

1.24. Dress Code: Proper work attire is required for all Subcontractors working on site. Long pants, shirts with sleeves (no cut-offs), proper PPE including: work boots, safety glasses and hard hats are required at all times.

1.25. Self Conduct: Improper language or behavior will not be tolerated and will be considered applicable grounds for dismissal from the site/project. Subcontractors and vendors are not to communicate with students or staff. If approached by students or staff, subcontractor is to direct persons to the AVB field office to speak with AVB Project Management Team.

End of Section 01 10 00 General Items

01 14 00 Access to/Use of Site

1.1. Site Logistics will be discussed at Post Bid Interviews.

1.2. Subcontractor shall limit his use of the premises for his work and for storage to allow for:

1. work by other Subcontractors,

2. Owner occupancy, and

3. public use.

1.3. Limitations on site usage as well as specified requirements that impact site utilization are indicated on the drawings and by other contract documents. In addition to these limitations and requirements, the Construction Manager will administer allocation of available space equitably among entities needing both access and space so as to produce the best overall efficiency in performance as the total work of the project. Schedule deliveries so as to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on site.

1.4. SubContractor shall obtain and pay for the use of additional storage or work areas needed for operations.

1.5. Subcontractor shall assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of products under his contract that are stored on the site. This includes moving, at no additional cost, any stored products, under Subcontractor’s control, which interfere with operations of the Owner or other Subcontractors.

1.6. See Section 01 51 00 for Temporary Utilities and Section 01 52 00 for Temporary Facilities if applicable.

End of Section 01 14 00 Access to/Use of Site

01 25 00 Substitution Procedures

1.1. For Substitution Requests during Construction, a Substitution Request Form will need to be filled out and submitted to the Construction Manager accordingly (see Architectural Specifications for Formal Form). Contractors to allow sufficient time for A/E and Owner review. Upon obtaining approval, a formal submittal will then need to be turned in to the CM for the Submittal Review Process (See Section 01 33 23) before product may be ordered, constructed, etc.

End of Section 01 25 00 Substitution Procedures

01 26 00 Contract Modification Procedures

1.1. There are several means and methods which may generate a contractual scope of work modification once Contractual

Agreements have been met for The Project. Several, not all, of those documents are listed below.

1.2. Minor changes in the work. Supplemental instructions authorizing minor changes in the Work, not involving an adjustment to the Contract Sum or Contract Time, will be issued by the Architect on AIA Form G714, Construction Change Directive, and the cost will be listed as -0-.

1.3. Change order proposal requests. Subcontractor cost for extras shall be limited to the following: cost of materials, including Use and Sales Tax, Michigan Single Business Tax, and cost of delivery; cost of labor directly involved in the work, excluding supervision, including Social Security, Federal and State Unemployment Tax, and Fringe Benefits under collective bargaining agreements; Worker’s Compensation Insurance, Bond Premiums; and rental value of power tools and equipment. The Maximum Percentage Fee for Overhead and Profit shall be ten percent (10%) of net costs for work performed directly by the Subcontractor’s own forces. The maximum amount of five percent (5%) for Overhead and Profit will be allowed for work performed by a Subcontractor of a Subcontractor (Sub-subcontractor).

1. Owner-Initiated Proposal Requests: Proposed changes in the Work that will require adjustment to the contract

Sum or Contract Time will be issued by the Architect, with detailed description of the proposed change and supplemental or revised Drawings and Specifications, if necessary.

a. Proposal requests issued by the Architect are for information only. Do not consider them an instruction either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

b. Within (7) calendar days of receipt of the proposal request, submit to the Construction Manager for the

Architect’s and Owner’s review an estimate of costs necessary to execute the proposed change.

1. Include list of quantities of products to be purchased and unit costs, along with the total amount of purchases to be made.

2. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, equipment rental.

3. Include statement indicating the effect the proposed change in the Work will have on the Contract Time.

2. Subcontractor-Initiated Change Order Proposal Requests: When latent or other unforeseen conditions require modifications to the Contract, the Subcontractors may propose changes by submitting requests for change to the Construction Manager.

a. Include statement outlining the reasons for the change and the effect of the change on the Work. Provide complete description of the proposed change. Indicate the effect of the proposed change on the Contract Sum and Contract Time.

b. Include list of quantities of products to be purchased and unit costs along with the total amount of purchases to be made. Where requested, furnish survey data to substantiate quantities.

c. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, and equipment rental.

3. Bulletins:

a. Change Orders will be preceded by issuance of Bulletins.

b. Bulletins are documents (written and/or graphic) which describe proposed Change in the Work and which are issued to Subcontractor for purpose of obtaining his proposal for change(s) of Contract Sum and/or Contract Time should such proposed Change in the Work be authorized by Change Order.

c. Subcontractor shall submit his proposal on or before due date stated on Bulletin. If no due date is stated, it shall be (7) calendar days following date of issue. If no quotation is received by the due date for a Bulletin which is presumed to add to the Contract Sum, proposed Change in the Work will be considered to be “No Cost” change, or cost estimate of the Construction Manager will be used, and Subcontractor shall, upon written instruction from the Construction Manager, proceed to execute the Change in the Work with no change of Contract sum, or at cost figure estimated by the Construction Manager.

d. Submit Labor Rate Backup Sheet for each specific trade at the time when first change is executed for that trade.

NOTE: ALL Change Order Proposal Request shall be submitted to Amanda Lafler at alafler@avbinc.com no later than the 25th of the month prior to the one you in which you wish to bill these costs. These Change Order Proposals will be evaluated for approval, and if granted, will generate a formal Change Order which will be issued the following month (i.e. Change Order Requests in by November 25th will be reviewed and if approved, the formal Subcontract Change Order will be issued in time for you to place on your December Pay Application).

1.4. Requests for Interpretation (RFI): RFIs are to be sent in to the CM directly. Do NOT forward requests to the

Architect/Engineer or the Owner by any means. RFIs are typically in the form of an email or a phone/ field conversation. The CM will generate the formal RFI form to the Architect/Engineer/Owner and once a response is returned, the CM will then forward to the Subcontractor accordingly. Typically, an RFI is caught up in the drawings and issued on the next Bulletin where it will then be priced and change order awarded. However, on some projects pricing from RFIs will be enough to directly issue a change order. Unless requested sooner, any and all cost changes associated with an RFI are due back to the CM within (5) business days upon issuance to the Subcontractors.

1.5. Construction Change Authorization

1. Construction Change Authorization: When the Owner, Architect, Construction Manager and Subcontractor are not in total agreement on the terms of the Change Order Proposal Request, the Construction Manager may issue a Construction Change Authorization, instructing the Subcontractor to proceed with change in the Work for subsequent inclusion in the Change Order. The Construction Change Authorization will contain complete description of the change in the Work and designate the method to be followed to determine change in the Contract Sum or Contract Time.

2. Documentation: Maintain detailed records on time and material basis of work required by the Construction Change Authorization. After completion of the change, submit an itemized account and supporting data necessary to substantiate cost and time adjustments to the Contract.

1.6. Change order procedures: Upon the Owner’s approval of Change Order Proposal Request, the Construction Manager will issue the Change Order for signatures of the Owner, Architect, Construction Manager and Subcontractor.

End of Section 01 26 00 Contract Modification Procedures

01 29 76 Payment Procedures

1.1. Subcontractors shall submit the below noted and outlined documents to AVB Construction by the 25th of each month.

Payment is scheduled to be made to Subcontractors between the 25th and 30th of the month following the draw application, or upon funding. Retainage will be held at a rate of ten percent (10%) until completion of the project.

1.2. Following are the Monthly Progress Payment Procedure Requirements as noted above. Corresponding sample forms may also be shown on the following pages.

1. Application and Certificate for Payment (Draw Request): Subcontractors shall submit an updated Application and Certificate for Payment (Draw Request Cover) each month to indicate current draw request information and current change order status. An electronic spreadsheet of this form is available by request.

a. If drawing for stored materials, Subcontractor shall also submit an insurance rider which names the Owner as additionally insured, photos of stored material, and shipping tickets.

2. Continuation Sheet (Schedule of Values: Subcontractors shall submit an updated Continuation Sheet (Schedule of Values) each month to reflect current requested amounts being drawn on each line item.

This document shall list, exactly as in the Subcontract; each itemized line of work, the item number, six digit cost code, item description and scheduled value. Change orders included in the draw request must be listed by change order number below the approved original Schedule of Values line items. All change orders must be processed and approved prior to submitting for payment.

3. Sworn Statement: Subcontractors shall submit an updated SWORN STATEMENT each month documenting each and every sub-subcontractor, supplier, material man, laborer, person or entity that it contracts with, or procures from, on a charge or credit basis, any amount of labor, equipment, equipment rental, materials, services or subcontract services, on behalf of the project, and must indicate the approximate cost of such services, for the one month period covered by the monthly draw request. AVB reserves the right to issue joint checks to ensure payment is made to the sub-subcontractors/sub-suppliers.

The accuracy of your Sworn Statement is very important; please communicate with your corresponding departments to ensure accuracy on each draw. The person signing the Sworn Statement is responsible for its truthfulness and can be prosecuted for submitting a sworn statement containing false or incomplete information.

It is your responsibility to pay suppliers/subcontractors once funds are drawn/received. Prior to final payment all companies listed on the Sworn Statement must provide a Full Unconditional Waiver or a Joint Check will be issued to cover outstanding amounts.

4. Waiver of Lien: Subcontractors shall submit a PARTIAL CONDITIONAL WAIVER in the amount of the current draw request.

5. Notice of Furnishing Form: Subcontractors shall provide a NOTICE OF FURNISHING form to each sub-subcontractor, vendor, consultant or laborer listed on their sworn statement. A Proof of Service of a Notice of Furnishing Form is provided to the Subcontractor/Supplier for their optional use.

6. Prior to Final Payment: Subcontractors shall submit all the above referenced documents reflecting final amounts along with full conditional waivers for final draw amount pus retainage and full unconditional waivers from all parties listed on the sworn statements. A joint check will be issued to any parties listed on the sworn statements who do not have a full unconditional waiver submitted with the final payment request. All warranty and closeout documents must be submitted and approved prior to receipt of final payment.

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SAMPLE FORM 01 29 76.1.2.2

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End of Section 01 29 76 Payment Procedures

01 31 00 Project Coordination

1.1. Pre-Construction Conferences

1. The Construction Manager will schedule Pre-Construction Conference and organizational meeting at the Project site or other convenient location prior to commencement of specific construction activities as determined by the Construction Manager. The meeting will be conducted to review responsibilities and personnel assignments of the various Subcontractors and to review installation procedures and sequencing.

2. Attendees: The Construction Manager will conduct all jobsite meetings with optional attendance by the Owner, Architect and their consultants. The Subcontractors and their superintendents and major Subcontractor shall each be represented at the conference by persons familiar with and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

1.2. Coordination Meetings:

1. The Construction Manager will conduct periodic Project Coordination Meetings from time to time as may be required. Project Coordination Meetings are in addition to specific meetings held for other purposes, such as regular progress meetings and special pre-installation meetings.

2. The Construction Manager will request Subcontractors’ representation at each meeting by every party currently involved in coordination or planning for the construction activities involved.

3. The Construction Manager will record meeting results and distribute copies to everyone in attendance and to others affected by decisions or actions resulting from each meeting.

1.3. WeeklyProgress Meetings

1. The Construction Manager will conduct Progress Meetings at the Project site at weekly intervals. The Owner and Architect will be in attendance on scheduled meeting dates. The dates of meetings will be coordinated with the preparation of the payment request.

2. Attendees: In addition to representatives of the Owner and Architect, Subcontractors, Subcontractor, suppliers or other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings by persons familiar with the Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to progress.

3. Agenda: The Construction Manager will review and approve minutes of the previous progress meeting and review other items of significance that could affect progress. Items of significance that could affect progress include such topics as:

a. Current construction schedule.

b. Critical Work sequencing.

c. Designation of responsible personnel.

d. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders.

e. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

f. Distribution of Contract Document Revisions.

g. Submittal of Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples.

h. Preparation of record documents.

i. Use of the premises.

j. Office, Work and storage areas.

k. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

l. Safety procedures.

m. First aid.

n. Security.

o. Housekeeping.

p. Working hours.

4. Reporting: No later than (7) calendar days after each progress meeting date, The Construction Manager will distribute copies of minutes of the meeting to each party present and to other parties who should have been present.

1.4. Electronic Communication. See individual Sections for details on Electronic Communication Protocols.

1.5. Request of Electronic Files: Contact Amanda Lafler (alafler@avbinc.com)

End of Section 01 31 00 Project Coordination

01 32 13 Construction Scheduling

1.1. Introduction. The Construction Manager shall provide overall scheduling and coordination for the entire project. All

Subcontractors shall acknowledge the construction Manager’s right to establish and set up, or subsequently modify, the sequencing and scheduling of all Work on this project for the earliest completion and/or benefit to the Owner. All Subcontractors shall expedite the ordering and delivering of materials and equipment, etc. to meet these critical phasing and staging requirements and to make every effort possible to minimize disruption of normal building usage.

1.2. Bar-Chart Schedule: The Construction Manager shall prepare a fully developed, horizontal bar-chart type

Subcontractor's construction schedule including the following information:

1. Each Subcontractor shall notify the Construction Manager of time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from parties involved. Each element on the schedule will be coordinated with other construction activities; include minor elements involved in the sequence of the Work. Show each activity in proper sequence.

Indicate graphically sequences necessary for completion of related portions of the Work.

2. The Construction Manager will detail separate time bars for each significant construction activity.

3. A summary schedule to show data for the entire construction period.

a. Work Stages: Important stages of construction for each major portion of the Work, including testing and installation will be indicated.

b. Distribution: Following response to the initial submittal, the Construction Manager will print and distribute copies to the Architect, Owner, Subcontractors, and other parties required to comply with scheduled dates.

Copies will be posted in the Project meeting room and temporary field office.

c. Schedule Updating: The schedule will be periodically revised after meetings or activities where revisions have been recognized or made. The Contract Manager will issue the updated schedule concurrently with report of such meetings.

1.3. Submittal Schedule

1. Concurrent with the development and acceptance of the Subcontractor's construction schedule input, each Subcontractor shall prepare a complete schedule of submittals for the inclusion by the Construction Manager into a total project submittal schedule.

a. Coordinate submittal schedule with the Construction Manager’s construction schedule.

b. Prepare the schedule in chronological order; include submittals (see section 01 33 23). Provide the following information:

1. Durations

2. Critical Path

3. Milestone Dates

c. Scheduled date for the first submittal.

1. Related Section number.

2. Submittal category.

3. Name of Subcontractor.

4. Description of the part of the Work covered.

5. Scheduled date for resubmittal

6. Scheduled date the Contract Manager's final release or approval.

1.4. General

1. The work shall proceed at such rate as will ensure meeting the specified Milestone Dates & Durations and dates for Substantial Completion and Final Completion. By execution of the Contract, the Subcontractor represents he has analyzed the work, the materials and methods involved, the systems of the building, availability of qualified mechanics and unskilled labor, restrictions of the site, constraints imposed, his own work load and capacity to perform the work and agrees that the specified dates are reasonable considering the existing conditions prevailing in the locality of the work, including weather conditions, and other factors, with reasonable allowance for variations from average or ideal conditions.

2. The Milestone Dates and the Bid Schedule provided at the end of this section are part of the Contract Documents.

A Project Schedule will be prepared by the Construction Manager based on the Subcontractor’s input after Contract Award. Special requirements shall be brought to the attention of the Construction Manager. While rearrangement of activity sequences may occur after contract aware, all Milestone Durations shall remain in effect and all bidders shall accept the date.

1.5. Update and Modifications to the Construction Schedule

1. If, during the progress of the work, the Subcontractor determines he will not be able to complete this work in the time allotted, he must notify the Construction Manger within five (5) days after publication of the Construction Manager’s updated Project Schedule. Adjustments may be made to accommodate the Subcontractor if written notification is given to the Construction Manager, the adjustment is within the stated milestone dates, and the Construction Manager approved the adjustment after reviewing its impact on other Subcontractors. Otherwise, the construction Manager’s Project Master Schedule shall be deemed acceptable by all parties and becomes a contractual requirement for the Subcontractor.

2. The Construction Manager will hold periodic schedule “update” meetings at the job site. The Construction Manager and each Subcontractor are to provide the services of a qualified representative at each meeting.

Subcontractors are to provide necessary scheduling information and manpower commitments at these meetings.

The Construction Manager will update the detailed Project Master Schedule and prepare progress reports accordingly. Each Subcontractor shall be responsible to be familiar with this schedule, how it affects or modifies his operations, and how it affects his coordination with activities of other Subcontractors.

3. Periodic progress meetings will be held at the job site. Field Supervisors from all Subcontractors are to attend all progress meetings. The Subcontractor shall prepare a short interval schedule, generally covering four-week periods, to coordinate the detailed activities of Subcontractors and suppliers. The short interval schedule shall be prepared in bar chart form and submitted 24 hours prior to the job progress meetings, or as required by the Construction Manager.

1.6. Adjustment of Subcontractor’s Efforts

4. Whenever it becomes apparent from the review of progress in relation to the Project Schedule that the

Subcontractor may not achieve Milestone dates or dates for Substantial Completion or Final Completion, as required by the Contract Documents, or that the Subcontractor is performing his work in a manner which is inconsistent with the Project Schedule and which may prevent other Subcontractors or the Construction Manager from achieving their Milestone dates or dates from Substantial Completion or Final Completion, then the Subcontractor shall, within three (3) days of receipt of written notice from the Construction Manager, and at no additional cost to the Owner, commence and implement such actions as may be necessary to assure completion by such dates, including but not limited to, the following:

a. The Subcontractor shall increase its manpower and provide additional equipment and temporary facilities.

b. The Subcontractor shall increase the number of working hours per shift, add shifts, or increase the number of working days per week.

c. The Subcontractor shall take such measures as may be necessary to expedite delivery of equipment and materials.

d. The Subcontractor shall reschedule his activities to achieve maximum practical concurrence of activities.

5. If the Subcontractor fails to take such actions as may be necessary to assure achievement of Milestone dates or dates of Substantial Completion or Final Completion or to bring his work into conformance with the Project Schedule so as to assure that other Subcontractors and the Construction Manager can start their work on schedule and can meet their Milestone dates or dates of Substantial or final Completion, then the Construction Manager may, without prejudicing any of its or the Owner’s rights under the Contract, proceed with one or more of the following courses of action:

a. Take over those aspects of the work which are behind schedule, or portions thereof, as the Construction

Manager may, at its sole discretion, deem appropriate and deduct by Change Order all costs of performing such work from the Contract Sum.

b. Withhold payment in accordance with the provisions of the Subcontract Agreement.

c. Terminate the Contract in accordance with the provisions of Subcontract Agreement, Termination by the

Owner.

1.7. Specific schedule and phasing for The Project is in the AVB 00 0000 Bidder Instructions and Requirements.

End of Section 01 32 13 Construction Scheduling

01 33 13 Administrative Submittals (Certifications, Signed Contracts, etc.)

1.1. Administrative submittals shall be submitted in accordance with the following (days shown are calendar days):

1. Signed Contract Agreement: Seven (7) days after receipt.

2. Certificate of Insurance: Seven (7) days after receipt of Notice to Proceed; PRIOR to being on site.

3. Contractor safety program: Prior to start of construction.

4. List of Contractor’s staff assignments and phone numbers: (14) days after Notice to Proceed.

5. Schedule of Values: Provide Schedule of Values to AVB Project Manager with proposal, prior to scheduling post bid interview. Schedule of Values should show labor and material costs for each item.

6. Submittal Register, including lead times of long lead items: (14) days after receipt of Notice to Proceed.

1.2. Insurance Requirements: Trade Contractor (including, but not limited to, all commercial project, residential project, and service contractors) must maintain and keep in full force and effect, prior to commencement, during the progress of Trade Contractor’s Work, and for two years after completion of work, the insurance requirements below:

1. Minimum Coverages

a. General Liability. Comprehensive General Liability Insurance, including Independent Contractor’s Liability, Completed Operations and Contractual Liability covering, but not limited to, the liability assumed under the Indemnification Provisions of this Contract. Liability for injury to or death of Builder’s employees and third parties shall be proved and extended to include a minimum limit of $1,000,000 per occurrence for Personal Injury and Property Damage including that of third parties. The policy shall include Broad Form Property Damage coverage extended to apply to completed operations and XCU exclusions removed. The completed operations coverage shall have an aggregate limit of no less than $2,000,000 and must be maintained for a minimum of two (2) year after final completion and acceptance of work, with evidence of same filed with Builder. Combined General Aggregate Limit of Bodily Injury and Property Damage Liability Insurance in the amount of at least $2,000,000, including death, as an excess of the primary coverage required above.

b. Automobile Liability. Comprehensive Automobile and Truck Liability Insurance, covering owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles with a combined single limit of $1,000,000 for Bodily Injury and Property Damage per occurrence.

c. Worker’s Compensation. Worker’s Compensation as required by law; Employer’s Liability insurance of not less than $500,000 for each accident, not less than $500,000 for each employee, and not less than a $500,000 policy limit. Independent Contractors with no employees must also carry workers compensation as indicated. If necessary, please contact a local insurance agent to purchase the coverage from the Compensation Advisory Organization of Michigan (CAOM).

d. Umbrella Liability. Umbrella coverage of $1,000,000 minimum coverage per occurrence must be carried.

e. Additional Insured. American Village Builders, Inc., AVB Construction, LLC, Project Owner, and any other parties identified in the contract must be designated as additional insureds under the general liability, automobile liability, and any excess liability coverage. Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI) must be followed by supporting endorsements.

f. Waiver of Subrogation. A waiver of subrogation must apply to all policies. Certificate of Liability must be followed by supporting endorsements. Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI) must be followed by supporting endorsements.

g. Certificate Holder. American Village Builders, Inc., AVB Construction, LLC, 4200 W. Centre St., Portage, MI 49024 must be named as certificate holder.

Builder does not represent that the insurance coverage specified herein, whether in scope of coverage or amounts of coverage, is adequate to protect the obligations of Trade Contractor, and Trade Contractor shall be solely responsible for any deficiencies thereof. Nothing in this Section 16, Schedule C shall be deemed to limit Trade Contractor’s liability.

If Trade Contractor determines for its own purposes that it requires insurance coverages in excess of the coverage specified above, nothing in this Trade Contractor Agreement shall prevent Trade Contractor, at its own expense, from purchasing insurance coverages in excess of the coverage required by this Trade Contractor Agreement. No special payments shall be made by the Builder for any insurance that Trade Contractor may be required to carry, as all are included in the contract price and the contract unit price. If Trade Contractor’s Work for any Project is substantially damaged or destroyed by any insured casualty prior to completion of Trade Contractor’s work, then Builder shall pay Trade Contractor’s costs incurred in performing the work to the date of the casualty. However, Builder shall receive credit for all payments previously paid to Trade Contractor.

Trade Contractor, within five (5) days prior to starting its work, must furnish evidence of insurance for no less than the coverage and amounts set forth above. All insurance must be maintained in the form and with a company (or companies) satisfactory to Builder. Trade Contractor’s certificate of insurance shall be filed with Builder on a form acceptable to Builder, and must require that Builder be notified in writing thirty (30) days prior to cancellation, modification or non-renewal of any insurance policy listed in Trade Contractor’s certificate. Failure to provide appropriate documentation of required insurance and supporting documents may result in forfeiture of bids and/or removal from job site.

Supporting Documents. Trade Contractor (including, but not limited to, all commercial project, residential project, and service contractors) shall maintain updated supporting documents prior to commencement, during the progress of Trade Contractor’s Work, and for two years after completion of work as outlined below:

A) Form W-9. A current Form W-9 must be on file with Builder. Blank forms can be found on the IRS website or requested from Builder using the contact information listed below.

B) Independent Contractor Statement. An Independent Contractor must have an Independent Contractor Statement on file with Builder. A blank form can be requested from Builder using the contact information listed below.

Contact Information. All forms, questions, and/or concerns can be directed to Builder’s insurance department via contact information below:

• Email: insurance@avbinc.com

• Phone: (269) 323-2022

• Mailing Address: AVB, Inc., 4200 W. Centre Ave, Portage, MI 49024

End of Section 01 33 13 Administrative Submittals (Certifications, Signed Contracts, etc.)

01 33 23 Submittals (Drawings, Product Data, Samples, etc.)

1.1. Submittal Coordination: Each Subcontractor shall prepare a schedule of submittals coordinated with Construction

Manager’s construction schedule. All submittals are to be submitted to the Construction Manager within 20 days of Award of Contract or sooner if item require for construction. Transmit each submittal sufficiently in advance of performance of related construction activities to avoid delay.

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals and related activities that require sequential activity.

2. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related elements of the Work so processing will not be delayed by the need to review submittals concurrently for coordination. The Construction Manager reserves the right to withhold action on submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

3. Coordination Drawings: Subcontractors shall prepare and submit coordination Drawings where close and careful coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated off-site by separate entities and where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

a. Show the interrelationship of components shown on separate Shop Drawings.

b. Indicate required installation sequences.

c. Comply with requirements contained in Section "Submittals."

d. Refer to Electrical Specifications for specific coordination Drawing requirements for electrical installations.

1.2. Submittal Review Time Lines: Allow sufficient review time so that installation will not be delayed as the result of the time required to process submittals, including time for resubmittals.

1. Allow 5 days for initial review by Construction Manager. Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. The Construction Manager will promptly advise the Subcontractor when submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. If an intermediate submittal is necessary, process the same as the initial submittal.

3. Allow an additional 10 days (pending type of submittal) for review and reprocessing of each submittal by the

Architect

4. No extension of Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals to the Construction

Manager sufficiently in advance of the Work to permit processing.

1.3. Submittal Preparation:

1. Transmittal:

a. Package each submittal appropriately for transmittal electronically. Transmit each submittal from Contractor to Construction Manager using a transmittal. Submittals received from sources other than the Contractor will be returned without action.

b. Each submittal shall be for one (1) Specification Section Number only. Multiple submittals under the same

Specification Section may be submitted together on the same transmittal. However, multiple Specification

Sections on the same transmittal will be rejected.

c. On the transmittal, record relevant information and requests for data. On the form, or separate sheet, record deviations from Contract Document requirements including minor variations and limitations. Include Contractor’s certification that information complies with Contract Document requirements.

2. Space Provisions for Architect/ CM Remarks (may be located on the transmittal itself or on a immediate successor to the transmittal): Provide space approximately 5 inches by 8 inches on the front page of Product Data submittals or on the title block on Shop Drawings in which to allow the Construction Manager and/ or the Architect to note their review and approval markings and the action taken.

3. All submittals to include the following items (may be located on the transmittal itself or on a immediate successor to the transmittal):

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name of Architect and Architect’s project number.

d. Name of Construction Manager and Construction Manager’s project number.

e. Name of Subcontractor.

f. Name and address of supplier.

g. Name of manufacturer.

h. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

i. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

4. Shop Drawings

a. Subcontractors shall submit newly prepared information drawn to accurate scale. Indicate deviations from the Contract Documents. Do not reproduce Contract Documents or copy standard information as the basis of Shop Drawings. Standard information prepared without specific reference to the Project is not considered Shop Drawings.

b. Shop Drawings include fabrication and installation drawings, setting diagrams, schedules, patterns, templates and similar drawings. Include the following information:

1. Dimensions

2. Identification of products and materials included.

3. Compliance with specified standards.

4. Notation of coordination requirements.

5. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

c. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns and similar full-size Drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8 1/2 inches by 11 inches but no larger than 30 inches by 42 inches.

d. Quantity: Submit electronic prints for the Construction Manager’s and Architect’s review; electronic print will be returned.

e. Do not use Shop Drawings for fabricating materials without an appropriate final stamp indicating action taken in connection with construction.

5. Product Data

a. Subcontractors shall collect Product Data into single submittal for each element of construction or system.

Product Data includes printed information such as manufacturer's installation instructions, catalog cuts, standard color charts, roughing-in diagrams and templates, standard wiring diagrams and performance curves. Where Product Data must be specially prepared because standard printed data is not suitable for use, submit as "Shop Drawings."

b. Mark each copy to show applicable choices and options. Where printed Product Data includes information on several products, some of which are not required, mark copies to indicate the applicable information.

Include the following information:

1. Manufacturer's printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

4. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

5. Notation of dimensions verified by field measurement.

6. Notation of coordination requirements.

c. Do not submit Product Data until compliance with requirements of the Contract Documents has been confirmed.

d. Quantity: Submit electronic prints for the Construction Manager’s and Architect’s review; electronic print will be returned.

e. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittal to installers, Subcontractor, suppliers, manufacturers, fabricators, and others required for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

1. Do not proceed with installation until an applicable copy of Product Data applicable is in the installer's possession.

2. Do not permit use of unmarked copies of Product Data in connection with construction.

6. Samples

a. Subcontractors shall submit four (4) samples of the material or product proposed. Size of samples will be

8” x 12” or 12” long unless otherwise noted within the particular specification section. Samples include partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components, cuts or containers of materials, color range sets, and swatches showing color, texture and pattern. (1) will be returned with marked action.

b. Package samples in the manner specified to facilitate review of qualities indicated. Prepare Samples to match the Architect's Sample. Include the following:

1. Generic description of the Sample.

2. Sample source.

3. Product name or name of manufacturer.

4. Compliance with recognized standards.

5. Availability and delivery time.

c. Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture, for final check of these characteristics with other elements, and for comparison of these characteristics between the final submittal and the actual component as delivered and installed.

d. Preliminary Submittals: Where Samples are for selection of color, pattern, texture or similar characteristics from range of standard choices, submit full set of choices for the material or product.

Preliminary submittals will be reviewed and returned with the Architect's mark indicating selection and other action.

e. Maintain sets of Samples, as returned, at the Project site, for quality comparisons throughout the course of construction.

f. Unless noncompliance with Contract Document provisions is observed, the submittal may serve as the final submittal.

g. Sample sets may be used to obtain final acceptance of the construction associated with each set.

1.4. Submission:

1. All product data and shop drawings shall be submitted electronically via Procore.

2. Physical samples shall be submitted to the following location:

AVB Construction Attn: Amanda Lafler

4200 W. Centre Ave.

Portage, MI 49024 Re: MCS Middle School Additions & Renovations

BP3

End of Section 01 33 23 Submittals (Drawings, Product Data, Samples, etc.)

01 35 20 Safety

1.1. Subcontractor is advised that the project shall be a hard-hat, safety glasses and high-visibility vest (or t-shirt) project

100% of the time, no exceptions, and is required to instruct all employees accordingly. Non-conforming employees will be barred from working on the site.

1.2. The following items must be on file at or supplied to AVB Construction prior to work commencing at the site. Work activities should not commence, and monthly progress payment requests will not be processed, until AVB Construction is in receipt of the following items:

1. Executed Construction Subcontract.

2. A copy of Subcontractor’s written safety program, which shall include a written section of “Specific Task

Training” of employees, to be utilized at the site.

3. A copy of Subcontractor’s written “HAZ-COM” safety program, including all MSDS sheets on all products to be used at the site.

4. Written “Job Specific Hazard Analysis” of all its work at the project site, identifying all foreseeable hazards that

Subcontractor’s work will create for all individuals at the site, outlining what steps Subcontractor’s personnel will take to work 100% safe at the project site.

5. Daily equipment safety checklists as required.

1.3. Subcontractor shall comply with all safety rules and regulations of all governing bodies and authorities as well as the AVB Safety Manual. Note that where an overlap in definitions or procedures occur, the more stringent requirement shall take precedence.