2020-01-29 Livonia Garfield Greenhouse - Specs (1).pdf

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Greenhouse Installation at Garfield Community School Bid
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This specification document outlines the technical requirements for the construction of a greenhouse facility and associated site preparation work for the City of Livonia in Michigan, governed by the City of Livonia Standard General Conditions and relevant state and federal building codes. The project encompasses earthwork and site preparation to construct a level pad for the greenhouse structure, including site clearing, excavation and embankment, grading, storm sewer piping installation, concrete pad construction, and perimeter bioswale development. The scope of work is divided into 33 divisions covering general requirements, concrete work, masonry, thermal insulation, joint sealants, exterior painting, fire extinguishers, greenhouse construction, plumbing, mechanical systems including gas-fired unit heaters, and utilities including storm drainage. The contractor must schedule work during specified hours (7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Monday through Saturday) to minimize interference with adjacent occupied buildings, coordinate with City personnel, maintain emergency egress routes, and protect existing site improvements and vegetation. All work must comply with NFPA, ASTM, ASCE, and Michigan Department of Transportation specifications, with substantial completion required by the date specified in the form of proposal following completion of all phases including fire safety inspections and environmental control system testing.

The specifications require detailed submittals including design mixtures, shop drawings, product data, samples, and material test reports submitted within 10 business days of receipt for initial review and 10 business days for resubmittals, with all work subject to special inspections and field quality control testing performed by Owner-engaged qualified testing agencies. Contractor must provide proof of liability insurance and performance bonds before commencing operations, establish temporary erosion and sedimentation control measures compliant with Michigan Part 91 regulations, and maintain all temporary facilities including construction fencing, utility connections, and toilet facilities throughout the project duration. The project involves multiple phases requiring coordination with the City's environmental controls manufacturer, mechanical systems installer, and various trade contractors, with all materials and equipment delivered from single suppliers where specified to ensure uniformity and compatibility. Funding and payment procedures follow the City of Livonia's standard contract terms, with the contractor responsible for all costs associated with unauthorized excavation, unsuitable material removal and replacement, density testing failures, and remedial work directed by the Owner's Representative, while the Owner covers costs for approved additional excavation and testing agency services.

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SUMMARY

Healthy Livonia Greenhouse 01 10 00 - 1/74

OHM PROJECT # 0090180080 01/29/2020

Healthy Livonia Greenhouse Livonia, MI

DOCUMENTS

SPECIFICATION DIVISION 1

NUMBER SECTION DESCRIPTION

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 10 00 - SUMMARY

SECTION 01 14 00 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 01 23 00 - ALTERNATES

SECTION 01 31 00 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

SECTION 01 32 00 - CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

SECTION 01 33 00 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 42 00 - REFERENCES

SECTION 01 50 00 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 01 60 00 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 73 00 - EXECUTION

SECTION 01 73 29 - CUTTING AND PATCHING

SECTION 01 77 00 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

DIVISION 03 CONCRETE

SECTION 03 30 00 – CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 MASONRY

SECTION 04 20 00 – UNIT MASONRY

DIVISION 07 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07 20 00 - THERMAL INSULATION

SECTION 07 92 00 – JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 10 SPECIALTIES

SECTION 10 44 16 – FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

DIVISION 13 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

SECTION 13 34 13.13 – GREENHOUSES

DIVISION 22 PLUMBING

SECTION 22 05 39 – HANGARS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING

SECTION 22 07 19 - PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION

SECTION 22 11 16 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

SECTION 22 11 19 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES

SECTION 22 13 16 - SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING

DIVISION 23 HEATING VENTILATION AND AIR CONDIDTIONING

SECTION 23 11 23 – FACILITY NATURAL GAS PIPING

SECTION 23 55 33 - GAS-FIRED UNIT HEATERS

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

SECTION 31 10 00 – SITE CLEARING

SECTION 31 20 00 – EARTH MOVING

SECTION 31 25 00 – SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROLS

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

SECTION 32 11 00 – BASE COURSES

SECTION 32 90 00 – PLANTING

DIVISION 33 UTILITIES

SECTION 33 40 00 – STORM DRAINAGE UTILITIES

END OF CONTENTS TABLE

SECTION 01 10 00 - SUMMARY

PART - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Drawings and the general provisions of the Contract, including the current edition of the City of Livonia Standard General Conditions apply to each section of this Project's specifications.

1.2 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. The Project: Earthwork and site preparation to prepare a level pad for the construction of a greenhouse facility for the City of Livonia. Including but not limited to:

1. Site clearing

2. Excavation and embankment to construct pad

3. Leveling and grading of pad surface

4. Haul out of excess and unsuitable soils

5. Drain inlet and storm sewer piping and connection to existing storm sewer

6. Installation of base materials and concrete pad

7. Perimeter bioswale around proposed pad

1.3 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Work Sequence: Conduct the Project to provide the least possible interference to activities of the Owner's personnel.

B. Work sequence and phasing are critical. Coordinate work with City of Livonia, Owner, and other site contractors.

C. Notify Owner's Representative 7 calendar days prior to scheduled date of Substantial Completion of each phase of the Project. Before beginning successive phases of Work, comply with the following requirements:

1.4 WORK BY OWNER

A. Shut-down and restoration of utilities, including plumbing, fire protection (and Owner's implementation of Red Tag Permit system), HVAC, electrical, fire alarm, or other services that require temporary discontinuation and later restoration shall be conducted by Owner's personnel. Contractors are not authorized to impair any services.

1.5 PRODUCTS ORDERED IN ADVANCE

A. No products have been ordered in advance.

PART - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART - EXECUTION (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION 01 10 00

SECTION 01 14 00 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Types of special construction requirements include the following:

1. Use of premises.

2. Security.

3. Parking on site.

4. Scheduling of work.

5. Noise and vibration control.

6. Tree protection.

B. This Section contains requirements that apply to Divisions 01 through 14 and Divisions 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 28, 31, 32 and 33 of the specifications.

C. Related Work of other Sections:

1. Division 01 Section "Summary" for general restrictions on site use.

1.2 DEFINITIONS:

A. Work Hours: 7:00 AM through 8:00 PM, Monday through Saturday.

B. Business Hours: 8:30 AM through 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

C. Off-Hours: Hours outside of Work Hours defined above.

D. Early morning Hours: 7:00 AM through 8:30 AM, Monday through Friday.

1.3 USE OF PREMISES

A. Coordinate use of premises under direction of the Owner's Representative.

1. The building near which Project is located will be continuously occupied during construction. Coordinate construction efforts with Owner to minimize interference with Owner's operations.

2. Maintain emergency egress routes for Owner's personnel as directed by Owner's Representative.

3. Contractor's personnel are prohibited from using toilets facilities during construction.

Provide temporary toilet facilities for construction personnel. Coordinate location with Owner's representative.

4. Contractor's staging area is strictly limited to areas indicated on the drawings. Where no staging area is indicated, Contractor's use of site is limited to areas within the Contract bounds, or as reasonably required to complete the Work. Strictly comply with Owner's Representative's directions establishing staging and operation areas, through-building routes, and locations for material delivery and disposal.

5. Smoking is prohibited in all City of Livonia buildings, including the project site, mechanical rooms, utility spaces, and roof tops.

1.4 PARKING ON SITE

A. Parking is permitted on the project site, however the adjacent building on site will remain in use during construction operations. Contractor, sub-contractor, and all construction related traffic are not to impede normal activities at the adjacent building.

1.5 SCHEDULING OF WORK

A. Schedule work with Owner to fit Owner's operations, to facilitate completion of this work, to coordinate with and expedite new construction work on project, and as follows:

1. Schedule with Owner work that interferes with facility operation, including shut-off of mechanical and electrical services and encumbrance of Owner's ingress and egress routes and normal operation. Provide the following notice of planned interruption of services:

a. Provide not less than 10 working days’ notice before interruption, with final confirmation not less than 72 hours before interruption.

b. Loading dock facilities are not expected to be needed by the Contractor during this project.

2. Schedule work during Work Hours unless otherwise approved by Owner.

3. Schedule and coordinate construction operations to achieve Substantial Completion, ready for Owner's occupancy, by the date listed in the form of proposal.

B. Start of Operations: Do not commence work before insurance and bonds have been submitted to Owner.

1.6 TREE PROTECTION

A. Refer to Drawings for locations of trees and demarcation of protective zone for each tree.

B. Protect trees as follows:

1. Provide temporary fencing at the protective zone for each tree. Fencing must form a complete circumference.

2. No activity, including storage of materials or driving of vehicles, shall be allowed within the protective zone.

3. Do not move, remove or alter fencing for the duration of the Project.

4. Coordinate with Owner's Representative to provide aeration and gator bags as remediation measures for trees which have been negatively impacted by construction.

PART - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION 01 14 00

Health Livonia Greenhouse Issued for: BID 013100 - 1

SECTION 01 31 00 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Additional project coordination, phasing, and scheduling requirements are included in Division 01 Sections "Summary" and "Work Restrictions"

1.2 COORDINATION

A. Project Meetings: Attend regular meetings with Owner and subcontractors as directed by Owner. Location of meetings will be determined by Owner.

B. Coordinate inspections and testing of concealed Work to occur prior to concealing that Work.

C. Coordinate sequencing of Work to occur during conditions of temperature, humidity, exposure, forecast weather, and status of Project completion, which will ensure best possible results for each unit of Work. Isolate each unit of Work from non-compatible Work, as required to prevent deterioration.

D. Coordinate work between trades for the most efficient sequence of installation, to prevent space conflicts, and to provide clearances required by code, Drawings, and the manufacturer.

1. Minor dimension changes (including the need to adjust finish dimensions), difficult installations and/or the addition of off-set fittings will not be considered changes to the Contract.

2. Obtain approval of the Owner's Representative prior to any changes or alternate configurations.

1.3 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Process requirements:

1. Base drawings: The City of Livonia will furnish one (1) hard copy. Digital copies can be made available upon request.

a. Architect makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of digital data files as they relate to Drawings or to existing conditions.

2. Meetings:

a. Kick-off meeting: Introduce and define process. Establish drawing format, zoning, sequencing, and milestones schedule dates.

b. Progress meetings as needed to complete the work but not less than every 2 weeks during coordination.

c. Require each trade contractor's coordination representative to physically attend the meetings.

d. Invite Architect, Engineer, and Owner's Representative to each meeting, as required.

e. Provide meeting minutes within 5 business day of each meeting.

3. Sequencing: Coordinate the addition of information from each trade in a sequence that best provides for coordination of the information and resolution of conflicts between installed components before submitting for review.

4. Conflict resolution: Resolve drawing conflicts between meetings. Review major conflicts at the meeting with the Architect / Engineer for resolution. Provide the Architect / Engineer with necessary information to review.

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5. Field Coordination: Use approved coordination drawing during installation. When new conflicts are determined, review with coordination team, Architect / Engineer, and Owner's Representative for resolution.

PART - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION 01 31 00

Health Livonia Greenhouse Issued for: BID 013200 - 1

SECTION 01 32 00 - CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Submittals Schedule.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals Schedule: Submit one copy of schedule. Arrange the following information in a tabular format in chronological order:

1. Scheduled date for first submittal.

2. Specification Section number and title.

3. Submittal category (action or informational).

4. Name of subcontractor.

5. Description of the Work covered.

6. Scheduled date for Architect's final release or approval.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Submit one printed copy of initial schedule, large enough to show entire schedule for entire construction period.

1.3 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate preparation and processing of schedules and reports with performance of construction activities and with scheduling and reporting of separate contractors.

B. Coordinate Contractor's Construction Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, Submittals Schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

1. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from parties involved.

2. Coordinate each construction activity in the network with other activities and schedule them in proper sequence.

PART - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTALS SCHEDULE

A. Submit concurrently with the first complete submittal of Contractor's Construction Schedule. Comply with requirements of individual specification sections.

B. Coordinate Submittals Schedule with list of subcontracts, the Schedule of Values, and Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2.2 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, GENERAL

A. Time Frame: Extend schedule from date established for the Notice of Award to date of Substantial Completion.

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1. Contract completion date shall not be changed by submission of a schedule that shows an early completion date, unless specifically authorized by Change Order.

B. Activities: Treat each story or separate area as a separate numbered activity for each principal element of the Work. Comply with the following:

1. Procurement Activities: Include procurement process activities for long lead items and major items, requiring a cycle of more than 60 days, as separate activities in schedule. Procurement cycle activities include, but are not limited to, submittals, approvals, purchasing, fabrication, and delivery.

2. Submittal Review Time: Include review and re-submittal times indicated in Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures" in schedule. Coordinate submittal review times in Contractor's Construction Schedule with Submittals Schedule.

3. Startup and Testing Time: Include not less than 14 business days for startup and testing.

4. Substantial Completion: Indicate completion in advance of date established for Substantial Completion, and allow time for Architect's administrative procedures necessary for certification of Substantial Completion.

C. Constraints: Include constraints and work restrictions indicated in the Contract Documents and as follows in schedule, and show how the sequence of the Work is affected.

1. Phasing: Arrange list of activities on schedule by phase.

2. Work Restrictions: Show the effect on the schedule of the following:

a. Limitations of continued occupancies.

b. Uninterruptible services.

c. Use of premises restrictions.

D. Milestones: Include milestones indicated in the Contract Documents in schedule, including, but not limited to the following:

1. Notice to Proceed.

2. State of Michigan Bureau of Fire Services (BFS) milestones:

a. Submission of “Application for Fire Safety Plan Examination” and associated fee for fire alarm and fire suppression work.

b. Submission of OFS 12A and associated fee.

c. BFS 50% inspection.

d. Final fire alarm test.

e. BFS final inspection.

3. Delivery of major equipment.

4. Substantial Completion.

5. Final Completion.

2.3 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE (GANTT CHART)

A. Gantt-Chart Schedule: Submit a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart-type, Contractor's Construction Schedule within 30 days of date established for the Notice of Award. Base schedule on the Preliminary Construction Schedule and whatever updating and feedback was received since the start of Project.

B. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday of each week with a continuous vertical line.

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PART - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: At monthly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities

1. As the Work progresses, indicate Actual Completion percentage for each activity.

B. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to Owner and other parties identified by Contractor with a need-to-know schedule responsibility.

1. Post copies in Project meeting rooms and temporary field offices.

2. When revisions are made, distribute updated schedules to the same parties and post in the same locations. Delete parties from distribution when they have completed their assigned portion of the Work and are no longer involved in performance of construction activities.

END OF SECTION 01 32 00

Healthy Livonia Greenhouse Issued for: BID 013500 - 1

SECTION 01 33 00 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Standard General Conditions, Supplemental General Conditions, Division 01 Specification Sections, and other applicable Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. Related sections:

1. Division 01 Section "Construction Progress Documentation" for submitting submittal and construction schedules.

2. Division 01 Section “Special Procedures for Fire Marshal Review and Inspection” for submittal requirements for Fire Marshal review.

3. Division 01 Section "Project Commissioning" for commissioning submittals.

4. Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Manuals" for submitting operation and maintenance manuals.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the submittal schedule and administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Portable Document Format (PDF): An open standard file format licensed by Adobe Systems used for representing documents in a device-independent and display resolution-independent fixed-layout document format.

1.4 SUBMITTAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

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

2. Submit all submittal items required for each Specification Section concurrently unless partial submittals for portions of the Work are indicated on approved submittal schedule.

3. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

a. Architect reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

B. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on Architect's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow 10 business days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Architect will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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2. Resubmittal Review: Allow 10 business days for review of each resubmittal.

C. Electronic Submittals: Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file incorporating submittal requirements of a single Specification Section and transmittal form.

2. Name file with submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

3. Transmittal Form for Electronic Submittals: Use electronic form, containing the following information:

a. Project name and Owner's Project Number.

b. Date.

c. Architect name and address.

d. Contractor name, address and telephone number.

e. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

f. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

g. Specification Section number and title or Drawing sheet number.

h. Description of items included:

1) Brief written description of each item.

2) Indication of full or partial submittal.

3) Action requested (eg. "for review", "for information only", or other notation).

4) Location(s) where product is to be installed, as appropriate.

D. Options: Identify options requiring selection by Architect.

E. Deviations and Additional Information: Clearly note on submittals all deviations from Contract Documents. Do not proceed with work related to the submittal, regardless of Architect/Engineer's action marking, without the Owner’s specific, written approval of such deviation. Refer to Standard General Conditions for additional requirements and obligations related shop drawings.

F. Resubmittals: Resubmit in same form as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of revision.

3. Resubmit submittals until they are marked with approval notation from Architect's action stamp.

G. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, commissioning agent, Owner and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

H. Use for Construction: Retain complete copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from Architect's action stamp.

PART - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Submittal Procedure Requirements: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

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1. Submittals can be submitted electronically as PDF electronic files or via mailed hard copies. If hard copies are submitted, please include an original and three (3) copies.

B. Certificates and Certifications Submittals: Provide a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

C. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard published data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Testing by recognized testing agency.

f. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

g. Notation of coordination requirements.

h. Availability and delivery time information.

4. For equipment, include the following in addition to the above, as applicable:

a. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Operational range diagrams.

d. Clearances required to other construction, if not indicated on accompanying

Shop Drawings.

5. Submit Product Data before or concurrent with Samples.

D. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Identification of products.

b. Schedules.

c. Compliance with specified standards.

d. Notation of coordination requirements.

e. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

f. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

g. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings in electronic files formatted for printing to scale on sheets at least 8- 1/2 by 11 inches, but no larger than 30 by 42 inches.

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

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components such as accessories together in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Generic description of Sample.

b. Product name and name of manufacturer.

c. Sample source.

d. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

e. Specification paragraph number and generic name of each item.

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3. Provide corresponding electronic submittal of Sample transmittal, digital image file illustrating Sample characteristics, and identification information for record.

4. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality-control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may be used to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual

Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time of use.

b. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as Owner's property, are the property of Contractor.

5. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's product line. Architect will return submittal with options selected.

6. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected.

a. Number of Samples: Comply with requirement of individual specification. Unless noted otherwise, submit three sets of Samples. Architect will retain one Sample set; Owner will retain one sample set; remainder will be returned.

1) Submit a single Sample where assembly details, workmanship, fabrication techniques, connections, operation, and other similar characteristics are to be demonstrated.

2) If variation in color, pattern, texture, or other characteristic is inherent in material or product represented by a Sample, submit at least three sets of paired units that show approximate limits of variations.

F. Product Schedule: As required in individual Specification Sections, prepare a written summary indicating types of products required for the Work and their intended location.

Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Type of product. Include unique identifier for each product indicated in the Contract

Documents or assigned by Contractor if none is indicated.

2. Manufacturer and product name, and model number if applicable.

3. Number and name of room or space.

4. Location within room or space.

G. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience of firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, contact information of architects and owners, and other information specified.

H. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification and Procedure Qualification Record on AWS forms. Include names of firms and personnel certified.

I. Installer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

J. Manufacturer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required.

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K. Product / Material Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product / material complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

L. Material Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

M. Product Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating that current product produced by manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

N. Preconstruction Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract Documents.

O. Compatibility Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substrate preparation needed for adhesion.

2.2 DELEGATED-DESIGN SERVICES

A. Performance and Design Criteria: Where professional design services or certifications by a design professional are specifically required of Contractor by the Contract Documents, provide products and systems complying with specific performance and design criteria indicated.

1. If criteria indicated are not sufficient to perform services or certification required, submit a written request for additional information to Architect.

B. Delegated-Design Services Certification: In addition to Shop Drawings, Product Data, and other required submittals, submit digitally signed PDF electronic file, signed and sealed by the responsible design professional, for each product and system specifically assigned to Contractor to be designed or certified by a design professional.

1. Indicate that products and systems comply with performance and design criteria in the Contract Documents. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing these services.

PART - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Submittals: Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to Architect.

B. Project Closeout and Maintenance Material Submittals: See requirements in Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures"

C. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

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3.2 DELIVERY OF SAMPLES

A. Hand deliver all required physical submittals / samples to City of Livonia offices or project site. Location to be coordinated with Owner's Representative at pre-construction meeting.

3.3 ARCHITECT'S ACTION

A. Architect's/Engineer's Action: Where action and return is required or requested, Architect/Engineer will review each submittal, mark with "Action", and whenever possible return within 2 weeks of receipt.

1. Final Unrestricted Release: Work may proceed, provided it complies with contract documents.

a. Marking: "Approved"

2. Final But Restricted Release: Work may proceed, provided it complies with notations and corrections on submittals and with contract documents.

a. Marking: "Approved as Noted, Resubmission Not Required"

3. Partial Release: Work may proceed on the indicated portions of the submitted item(s), provided it complies with contract documents. Do not proceed with work on items noted to be resubmitted.

a. Marking: "Partial Approval, Resubmit as Noted."

4. Returned for Re-submittal: Do not proceed with work. Revise submittal in accordance with notations and resubmit without delay to obtain a different action marking.

a. Marking: "Not Approved, Revise and Resubmit"

5. Returning sample or information: Submittals which were for information only and require no action.

a. Marking: "Returning Samples / Information"

6. Submittals Not Requiring Action: Submittals which require no action, such as cleaning and maintenance information; or submittals not required and not reviewed, will be acknowledged as follows:

a. Marking: "Action Not Required"

B. Incomplete submittals are unacceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned for resubmittal without review.

C. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may be returned by the Architect without action.

END OF SECTION 01 33 00

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SECTION 01 42 00 - REFERENCES

PART - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. General: Basic Contract definitions are included in the Conditions of the Contract.

B. "Approved": When used to convey Architect's action on Contractor's submittals, applications, and requests, "approved" is limited to Architect's duties and responsibilities as stated in the Conditions of the Contract.

C. "Directed": A command or instruction by Architect. Other terms including "requested," "authorized," "selected," "required," and "permitted" have the same meaning as "directed." No such implied meaning will be interpreted to extend Architect/Engineer's responsibility into Contractor's area of construction supervision.

D. "Indicated": Requirements expressed by graphic representations or in written form on Drawings, in Specifications, and in other Contract Documents. Other terms including "shown," "noted," "scheduled," and "specified" have the same meaning as "indicated."

E. "Regulations": Laws, ordinances, statutes, and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, and rules, conventions, and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the Work.

F. "Furnish": Supply and deliver to Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation, and similar operations.

G. "Install": Unload, temporarily store, unpack, assemble, erect, place, anchor, apply, work to dimension, finish, cure, protect, clean, and similar operations at Project site.

H. "Provide": Furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use.

I. "Or equal": When the phrase "or equal" is used after a single manufacturer's name, or at the end of a list of manufacturer's names, submit proposed products in strict compliance with the "Owner's Options" clauses of the Standard General Conditions.

1. The Owner will consider only those Contractor-proposed substitutions submitted with the Bid in the "Owner's Options" portion of the Form of Proposal.

2. In all cases, judgments of equality of products will be made solely by the

Architect/Engineer.

1.3 ABBREVIATIONS AND ACRONYNMS

A. Industry Organizations: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities indicated in Gale's "Encyclopedia of Associations: National Organizations of the U.S." or in Columbia Books' "National Trade & Professional Associations of the United States" and as follows:

1. "AFF": "Above finished floor" level

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2. "Mfr"/"Mfr's": "manufacturer" / "manufacturer's"

3. "NIC": "Not in Contract"

4. "OFCI": "Owner furnished, Contractor installed"

5. "w/": "with"

PART - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION 01 42 00

Healthy Livonia Greenhouse Issued for: BID 015000 - 1

SECTION 01 50 00 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY – DO WE NEED TEMP UTILITIES???

A. This Section includes temporary plumbing and electrical services and provisions for protecting personnel and property.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Standards and Regulations: Comply with applicable laws and regulations and the following:

1. NFPA Code 241, "Building Construction and Demolition Operations".

2. ANSI-A10 Series standards for "Safety Requirements for Construction and

Demolition".

3. NECA Electrical Design Library "Temporary Electrical Facilities".

B. Conditions of Use: Keep facilities clean and neat. Operate in a safe and efficient manner.

Take necessary fire prevention measures. Do not allow hazardous, dangerous or unsanitary conditions, or public nuisances to develop or persist on the site.

PART - PRODUCTS

2.1 CONSTRUCTION FENCE

A. Fabricate construction fence of minimum 48-inch tall factory-wired wood slat "snow fence" with water-resistant treated wood support stakes at 48-inches on center.

B. Fabricate construction fence of the following materials:

1. Wire Mesh Fabric: 9 gage galvanized steel wires, woven into 2-inch diamond mesh pattern with top selvages knuckled.

2. Posts: As required for indicated height, but not less than 2.37 outside diameter.

3. Fence post base plates: As required for indicated height.

4. Gate Frames: 1.90-inch outside diameter. Fabricate gates with 7 gage diagonal tension wires for units wider than 36 inches.

5. Rails: Not less than 1.66-inch outside diameter.

6. Hardware: Provide galvanized steel connectors, gate hinges and hasps as recommended by manufacturer.

PART - EXECUTION

3.1 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. Electrical Service: Comply with NEMA, NECA and UL standards and regulations for temporary electrical service. Install service in compliance with National Electrical Code (NFPA 70). Provide outlets and lighting as required for operations. Comply with applicable provisions of Division-26.

1. Owner will pay for reasonable use of electricity related to the Work.

B. Water Service: Connect to existing building services. Comply with applicable provisions of Division-22.

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1. Owner will pay for reasonable use of water related to the Work.

3.2 PROTECTIONS – WHICH SHOULD BE USED???

A. Construction Fence Erection: Drive support stakes into ground not more than 48-inches on center and to sufficient depth to provide support for fencing. Wire pre-fabricated fencing material to stakes.

B. Construction Fence Erection: Provide fence panels with posts and post base-plates. Do not drive posts into ground, concrete walks or pavement.

1. Fence Panels: 6'-0" high X 12'-0" long max.

2. Provide hasp and pad lock at each gate.

3. Secure wire mesh to outside face of posts with 9 ga. galvanized metal wire ties spaced not less than 16 inches on center. Install mesh to align with top of posts.

4. Secure fabric screen to outside face of construction fence using 9 gage galvanized steel wire. Fasten fabric sheets at 18-inches o.c. through grommets to top rail, each line and corner post, and at bottom to wire mesh.

C. Construction Fence Erection: Drive line and corner posts into ground not less than 42 inches below grade, with not less than indicated dimension exposed above grade, and spaced not more than 18 (may use 12 feet if no top rails) feet on center. Erect top rails and gates where indicated.

1. Height of Fence Exposed Above Grade: 8 feet.

2. Height of Fence Exposed Above Grade: 10 feet.

3. Provide hasp and pad lock at each gate.

4. Secure wire mesh to outside face of posts with 9 ga. galvanized metal wire ties spaced not less than 16 inches on center. Install mesh to align with top of posts.

5. Secure fabric screen to outside face of construction fence using 9 gage galvanized steel wire. Fasten fabric sheets at 18-inches o.c. through grommets to top rail, each line and corner post, and at bottom to wire mesh.

END OF SECTION 01 50 00

Healthy Livonia Greenhouse Issued for: BID 016000 - 1

SECTION 01 60 00 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements governing the product delivery, storage and handling and Contractor's selection of products for use in the Project.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Options: When Contractor is given the option of selecting between two or more products for use on the Project, the product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, even if previously selected products were also options.

1.3 PRODUCT DELIVERY STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store and handle products in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration and loss, including theft.

1. Schedule delivery to minimize storage time at site and to avoid overcrowding of construction area.

2. Coordinate delivery with installation time to ensure minimum holding time for items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft and other losses.

3. Deliver products to the site in the manufacturer's original sealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting and installing.

4. Inspect products upon delivery to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

5. Store heavy materials away from the project structure in a manner that will not endanger the supporting construction.

PART - PRODUCTS

2.1 PRODUCT SELECTION

A. General Product Requirements: Provide products that are undamaged and, unless otherwise indicated, unused at the time of installation.

1. Provide products complete with accessories, trim, finish, safety guards and other devices and details needed for a complete installation and for the intended use and effect.

B. Product Selection Procedures: No substitutions will be permitted, except those in compliance with the Contract Document provisions concerning "Owner's Options";

otherwise comply with the following:

1. Proprietary Specification Requirements: Where a single product or manufacturer is named, provide only the product indicated.

2. Semi-proprietary Specification Requirements: Where two or more products or manufacturers are named, provide one of the products indicated.

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a. Where products or manufacturers are specified by name, accompanied by the term "or equal", or "or approved equal" comply with the Contract Document provisions concerning "Owner's Options."

3. Descriptive Specification Requirements: Where Specifications describe a product or assembly, listing exact characteristics required, with or without use of a brand or trade name, provide only a product or assembly possessing the specified characteristics and that otherwise complies with Contract requirements.

4. Performance Specification Requirements: Where Specifications require compliance with performance requirements, provide products that comply with indicated requirements, and are recommended by the manufacturer for the application indicated.

5. Compliance with Standards, Codes and Regulations: Where Specifications only require compliance with a code, standard or regulation, select a product that complies with the indicated standards, codes and regulations.

6. Visual Matching: Where Specifications require matching an established sample, the Architect's decision will be final on whether a proposed product matches satisfactorily.

END OF SECTION 01 60 00

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SECTION 01 73 00 - EXECUTION

PART - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes general administrative and procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Installation of the Work.

2. Protection of installed construction.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 10 00 "Summary" and 011400 "Work Restrictions" for limits on use of

Project site.

2. Section 01 72 39 "Cutting and Patching"

3. Section 01 77 00 "Closeout Procedures" for final cleaning.

4. Section 01 91 00 "Project Commissioning" for start-up.

5. Section 02 41 19 "Selective Demolition" for demolition.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Obtain and maintain on-site manufacturer's written recommendations and instructions for installation of products and equipment.

PART - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Correct defects that would result in unacceptable performance of materials or equipment to be installed.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly.

Recheck measurements before installing each product. Where portions of the Work are indicated to fit to other construction, verify dimensions of other construction by field measurements before fabrication. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delaying the Work.

B. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items shown diagrammatically on Drawings.

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C. Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents caused by differing field conditions outside the control of Contractor, submit a request for information

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation, as indicated.

1. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

2. Where space is limited, install components to maximize space available for maintenance and ease of removal for replacement.

3. Conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring in finished areas unless otherwise indicated.

4. Install Work within recognized industry tolerances, if not otherwise indicated.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in applications indicated.

C. Install products at the time and under conditions that will ensure the best possible results.

Maintain conditions required for product performance until Substantial Completion.

D. Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy.

E. Sequence the Work and allow adequate clearances to accommodate movement of construction items on site and placement in permanent locations.

F. Templates: Obtain and distribute to the parties involved templates for work specified to be factory prepared and field installed. Check Shop Drawings of other work to confirm that adequate provisions are made for locating and installing products to comply with indicated requirements.

G. Attachment: Provide blocking and attachment plates, anchors, fasteners, and other devices of adequate size and number to securely anchor each component in place, accurately located and aligned with other portions of the Work. Where size and type of attachments are not indicated, verify size and type required for load conditions.

1. Allow for building movement, including thermal expansion and contraction.

2. Coordinate installation of anchorages. Furnish setting drawings, templates, and directions for installing anchorages, including sleeves, concrete inserts, anchor bolts, and items with integral anchors, that are to be embedded in concrete or masonry.

Deliver such items to Project site in time for installation.

H. Mounting Heights: Except as otherwise indicated, mount individual units of Work at industry recognized standard mounting heights for applications indicated. The Contractor shall refer questionable mounting height choices to the Architect/Engineer and the Owner for final decision. The Contractor shall comply with the Owner's and the State of Michigan's requirements for accessible mounting heights.

I. Joints: Make joints of uniform width. Where joint locations in exposed work are not indicated, arrange joints for the best visual effect. Fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints.

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J. Adjust, clean, lubricate, restore marred finishes and protect installed Work to ensure that it will remain without damage or deterioration during the remainder of the construction period. Unless otherwise specified by the Contract Documents, all Work is to be thoroughly cleaned prior to its being turned over to the Owner. This includes dusting, window cleaning, floor cleaning and all other operations associated with the proper cleaning of the Work. Waxing or buffing floors shall be performed when required by the Contract Documents.

3.4 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work (completed or in progress) is without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

END OF SECTION 01 73 00

Healthy Livonia Greenhouse Issued for: BID 017329 - 1

SECTION 01 73 29 - CUTTING AND PATCHING

PART - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Extent of cutting and patching work is generally not specifically shown on drawings.

Include cutting and patching work as indicated by provisions of this Section.

1. Cut holes and openings in, or remove portions of, existing construction necessary for connection of new architectural elements, mechanical and electrical utilities and services, equipment and supports.

2. Patch around mechanical and electrical penetrations.

3. Patch floors, walls, and ceilings damaged by demolition operations, including removal of indicated mechanical and electrical items, and indicated wall-, floor-, and ceiling-mounted items. Patch and paint openings in walls, floors and ceilings created by demolition and removal operations.

4. Patch and repair blemishes and holes in existing construction surfaces left in place, and scheduled to be exposed, that have been damaged due to construction operations.

B. Materials removed and not indicated to be turned over to Owner or indicated for…

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