2024_0604_335051_STEA_Specification.pdf

History Museum (South Exhibit Building) Rehabilitate Mechanical System Steamtown National Historic Site PMIS # 335051

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Rehabilitate Mechanical System in History Building

PMIS # 335051

TABLE OF CONTENTS

011111 SUMMARY OF WORK

011400 WORK RESTRICTIONS

012700 DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

012800 OPTIONS

012973 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

013119 PROJECT MEETINGS

013216 NETWORK ANALYSIS SCHEDULES

013323 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

013526 GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

013529 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS HEALTH AND SAFETY

013543 ENVIRONMENTAL PROCEDURES

013595 ARCHEOLOGICAL PROTECTION

013597 PROTECTION OF CULTURAL RESOURCES

014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

015116 TEMPORAY FIRE PROTECTION

016400 GOVERNMENT FURNISHED PRODUCTS

016700 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

017300 EXECUTION

017329 CUTTING AND PATCHING

017419 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

017700 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

017839 HISTORIC PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

230130.51 HVAC AIR-DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM CLEANING-EXISTING SYSTEMS

230500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

230513 COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

230529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

230533 HEAT TRACING FOR HVAC PIPING

230548 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR HVAC

230553 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

230593 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

230700 MECHANICAL INSULATION

230800 COMMISSIONING OF HVAC

230900 HVAC INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROLS

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230993 SEQUENCE OF OPERATIONS FOR HVAC CONTROLS

231123 FACILITY NATURAL-GAS PIPING

232100 HYDRONIC PIPING

232500 HVAC WATER TREATMENT

232923 VARIABLE-FREQUENCY CONTROLLERS

233113 AIR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS-METAL DUCTS

233300 AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES

233416 CENTRIFUGAL HVAC FANS

235216 CONDENSING BOILERS

236423 SCROLL WATER CHILLERS

237313 MODULAR INDOOR CENTRAL-STATION AIR-HANDLING UNITS

238219 FAN COIL UNITS

260010 GENERAL ELECTRICAL PROVISIONS

260050 BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS

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SECTION 011111 SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes:

1. Project Information,

a. Project Manual Format,

b. Project Information Transmitting.

2. Related Documents.

3. Project Documents,

4. Buy American Act.

5. System of Measurement.

6. Site Examination.

7. Project Environmental Goals.

8. Protection of Property.

9. Project Requirements.

10. Field Verification.

11. Construction Materials.

12. Project Standards.

13. Work Covered by Contract Documents.

14. Sit Access and Utilization.

15. Coordination with Government.

16. Work Restrictions.

17. Authority to Stop Work.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project: Rehab of Mechanical System in History Building PMIS Number: 335051 Park Alpha Code: STEA Park / Project Location: Steamtown National Historic Site

350 Cliff S Scranton, PA 18503

1. See locus map on Drawings.

B. Owner: United States of America, Department of the Interior, National Park Service. From now referred to as ‘Government’.

C. Project Manual Format:

1. Project Manual is arranged in Construction Specification Institute (CSI) Master Format, 2004, updated April 2012.

a. Manual contains custom Documents, Forms, and Specifications created by Northeast

Region, National Park Service. Utilize to execute Project efficiently in order to deliver Best Value to United States of America.

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b. Efforts have been put forth to synchronize this Project Manual to closely match and function similarly to technical specifications / project manuals found in commercial construction market, used by experienced construction professionals.

2. Hyperlinks are in Project Manual, linking to Government and professional association / industry websites, in order to clarify intent, set minimum standards, and/or access information for Project, solely for convenience of Project Manual user.

a. Hyperlinks will be in blue font and underlined.

b. Hyperlink may be either a customized hyperlink with display text only, or a traditional world-wide-web address beginning with ‘www’.

3. Sections and Documents are cited utilizing all capitals for title / name.

4. References, such as books, codes, regulations, professional standards, and similar, possess italicized title. Many of which will be hyperlinks as well.

5. Contact Government for clarifications.

6. Specification Content: Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations.

Conventions are as follows:

a. Specification requirements are activities of the Project performed by Contractor unless specifically stated otherwise.

b. Streamlined language is generally used.

c. Where a colon (:) appears in a sentence, phrase or listing, pending context, the implied meaning is ‘Contractor shall’, ‘shall’, ‘shall be’, ‘shall comply with’, or similar intent throughout the Specifications.

7. Division 00 - Procurement and Contracting Requirements: Division affords information to execute the Project, including organizational means and methods.

8. Division 01 - General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 01 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

9. Drawing Coordination: Requirements for materials and products identified on Drawings are described in detail in the Specifications. One or more of the following are used on Drawings to identify materials and products:

a. Terminology: Materials and products are identified by generic terms used in individual

Specifications Sections.

b. Abbreviations: Drawing notes will include abbreviations. Those utilized are common standards of the industry.

10. Contact Government for clarifications.

D. Project Information Transmitting:

1. Transmit Project submittals and information, including that applied for with a Request For

Information (RFI)by e-mail in appropriate, standard government format per type of document being transmitted.

a. Intent of the United States Government is to limit the number of printed reports and documents to only those determined by the National Park Service as ‘essential’.

b. Government will notify when original documents are required.

1.3 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. All Project Documents and Modifications made part of Contract by inclusion or reference, and apply to this Section.

B. Documents related to this Section include, but are not limited to, following:

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1. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), being the Contract for Project

2. Division 01, all Sections of General Requirements, with attention directed to:

a. Section 012700 - DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS.

b. Section 012800 - OPTIONS.

c.

3. Divisions 02 through 49, all Material Specifications of Project Manual appropriate to Project.

4. Project Drawings

1.4 PROJECT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Contract:

1. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), SF 1442 - Solicitation Offer and Award, and Modifications as issued by Government

B. If a discrepancy appears between Technical Specifications and Drawings and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), governs.

1. Access FAR at: www.acquisition.gov/far

C. Discrepancy concerning the figures, Drawings, and Technical Specifications shall be promptly submitted to Government, who will issue a determination in writing.

1. Adjustment without determination will be at no cost to Government.

1.5 BUY AMERICAN ACT

A. Project to be compliant with the Buy American Act for construction materials.

1. See FAR 52.225-9.

1.6 SYSTEM OF MEASUREMENT

A. It has been determined by Government that use of metric measurements and units is impracticable for Project and may cause inefficiencies. Thus, imperial measurements, also known as inch-pound units, will be cited and utilized throughout Project.

1.7 SITE EXAMINATION

A. Visit and examine existing conditions of Project prior to submission of Offer in order to better understand Work, verify quantities, and aid in forming any questions prior to the submission of offer.

1.8 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

A. Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period.

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B. Distribute entire set of Project Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications, but not limited to, to all entities involved with Project.

C. Furnish first-class mechanics and labor that possess the knowledge and skills to execute measures and precautions to protect elements of historic significance, structural and decorative, not scheduled to receive Work.

1. Execute Work using historic materials, or similar materials, and required skills as appropriate and specified by Project Documents, and as directed by Government.

2. Work to be in compliance with the Secretary’s Standards.

D. Inspect, survey, document and submit all pre-construction conditions prior to on-site activities to Government.

1. Documentation to include preconstruction photographs.

a. Log and notate existing conditions as appropriate.

E. Develop an appropriate, project specific Work sequence to execute Project, for cost considerations and facilitating Project implementation while minimizing or eliminating negative impacts.

1. Collaborate with Government to identify, resolve, and coordinate Work sequence issues important to Project.

F. Key Personnel:

1. A requirement of Contract is to maintain stability of personnel proposed in order to provide the

Best Value to Government.

a. If key personnel become unavailable for Work for 30 calendar days, or are expected to devote substantially less effort than indicated by Contract, propose a substitution for person.

b. Changes shall not be made, except for compelling reasons.

2. Proposals to change or add personnel shall be submitted in writing to Government not less than 30 calendar days prior to change / addition.

a. Government must approve prior to change.

b. Request shall include details as to why change is planned to occur.

c. Substitution personnel shall possess same or higher qualifications of person being replaced.

1.9 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. After Notice of Award, verify all new and existing conditions prior to execution of Work and ordering of products.

B. Before Work commences, arrange with Government a sequence of procedure, means of access, space for storage of materials and equipment, and use of approaches, corridors, and stairways.

C. Align Work performed under this Contract with:

1. Historical requirements:

a. National Historic Preservation Act.

b. The United States Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic

Properties, with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic Buildings;

c. The United States Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, Guidelines for Treatment of Cultural Landscapes.

d. National Park Service Preservation Briefs and Technical Notes as cited in Specifications.

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D. Comply with:

1. National Environmental Protection Act.

2. Building Codes:

a. International Building Code (IBC), 2018, with Commonwealth On Pennsylvania for construction of the Project, including:

1) International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2018.

2) International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 2018.

1. William-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970, as amended, and modified to date.

2. Health and safety regulations and requirements, as applicable, of all other authorities having jurisdiction.

3. State labor laws and regulations.

1.10 WORK INCLUDED IN CONTRACT

A. Work will be constructed under a single prime contract.

B. Work of Project / Contract consists of construction and related services indicated on Project Drawings and described in Technical Specifications. Refer to Drawings for building and Site data and additional general information concerning Work.

C. Work of Project includes, but is not limited to:

1. Base Project: This project will rehabilitate the hot water and air system serving the History Museum (South Exhibit Building) and the hot water system at the Locomotive shop at Steamtown National Historic Site. This project will include complete installation of the hot water system, including boilers, vents, piping, and propane tanks (for History Museum). New hot water pumps will be provided along with some modifications to the hot water systems. Distribution systems within building will be retained. A new air-handling unit shall be provided for the History Museum with updates to the piping and ductwork connections. Update to the BAS monitors and controls shall be provided.

2. Option 1: Run natural gas to the boilers in the History Museum from the Locomotive Shop through existing utility trench.

3. Option 2: The chilled water (CHW) system upgrade to the History Museum will consist of disconnecting the building CHW pipes from the campus distribution. Install a new air-cooled chiller on grade and run pipes into the History Museum. Provide new chilled water pumps and other small modifications to the system. Distribution systems within building will be retained.

1.11 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL

A. No hazardous material is expected to be encountered in execution of Project.

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1.12 SITE ACCESS AND UTILIZATION

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of Site for construction operations as indicated on Drawings as Work limits and as depicted by requirements, this Section.

B. Use of Site:

1. Limit use of Project site to work in areas indicated.

2. Do not disturb portions pf the Park beyond areas in which Work is indicated.

C. Vehicular and Pedestrian Access and Egress:

1. Keep driveways, parking lots, loading areas, corridors, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government employees, and first responders, for access and egress, emergency or otherwise, on foot and in vehicles, at all times.

a. Do not use areas for parking, staging, or storage of materials, unless authorized by Park.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

c. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

d. Deliveries shall utilize specified route as defined by Government.

D. Existing Building Conditions:

1. Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period.

2. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

A. Storage of Products:

1. Confine storage to immediate Site as directed by Government.

1.13 COORDINATION WITH GOVERNMENT

A. Full Government Occupancy:

1. Government will occupy Site and adjacent building(s) during entire construction period.

a. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage.

b. Perform Work so as not to interfere with Government and Park day-to-day operations.

Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

c. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

1) Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government.

d. Notify Government not less than 96 hours in advance of activities that will affect

Government and Park operations.

B. Partial Government Occupancy:

1. Government will occupy the premises during entire construction period, with exception of areas under construction.

a. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage.

1) Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government operations.

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2) Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

b. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

c. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government.

d. Provide not less than 72 hours' notice to Government of activities that will affect

Government's operations.

C. Conduct all operations and procedures in manners to ensure the safety for all and minimize inconveniences.

1. Methods shall be compliant with OSHA and other applicable regulations, including State and local bodies, having jurisdiction.

2. Deliver to Government:

a. Schedule for safety meetings.

b. Project specific emergency response plan.

c. Project specific accident prevention plan.

d. Possess first aid equipment on site, and other areas as required.

e. Necessary safety equipment on site to perform the construction activities as required by regulation.

1.14 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. General:

1. Comply with restrictions issued by authorities having jurisdiction of construction operations.

B. Park Rules and Regulations:

1. Obey all Park Rules and Regulations, as well as those enumerated in 36 CFR, Title 36, Volume 1, Chapter 1 - Parks, Forests, and Public Property.

C. Occupancy:

1. Government will occupy premises, but will make use of adjacent and public will utilize adjacent spaces, grounds, and areas during Project execution, as cited above.

D. Existing Utility Interruptions:

1. Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government unless permitted by

Government, and then only after providing temporary utilities per requirements indicated.

a. Two hours is the maximum time allowed for planned utility disruptions unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer in writing.

b. An interruption beyond four hours shall require temporary services.

2. Notify Government not less than four days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

3. Obtain Government permission before proceeding.

4. Cite periods on construction schedule.

5. Locate and prevent damage to known utilities.

a. If any damage occurs, take relative action and repair utility at no additional expense to Government.

b. Repairs shall commence immediately and carried out expeditiously and in professional manner pursuant to and compliant with all federal, state and local codes and regulations as applicable.

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c. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair and reconnect utility immediately.

1) An equitable adjustment shall be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the

Contract.

2) Repairs shall be executed as cited above.

E. Nonsmoking Building:

1. Smoking is not permitted inside or within 25 feet (eight meters) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor-air intakes.

a. Refer to Executive Order 13058 - Protecting federal Employees and the Public from

Exposure to Tobacco Smoke in the Federal Workplace

2. No litter from smoking shall be present on, near or adjacent to the Site.

1.15 AUTHORITY TO STOP WORK

A. Government has authority to stop Work when, in the judgment of Government the Specifications, manufacturer’s requirements, Drawings or other requirements or conditions of the Project are not being fully complied with, at any variation.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011111

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SECTION 011400 WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes Work Restrictions that impact Work activities for the Project “Rehab of

Mechanical System in History Building” at Steamtown National Historic Site.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. All Project Documents and Modifications made part of Contract by inclusion or reference, and apply to this Section.

B. Documents related to this Section include, but are not limited to, following:

1. Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), being the Contract for Project.

a. FAR 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment Utilities and Improvements.

2. Division 01, all Sections of General Requirements/

a. Section 013597 - PROTECTION OF CULTURAL RESOURSES.

3. Divisions 02 through 49, all Material Specifications of Project Manual appropriate to

Project.

4. Project Drawings.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. None this Section.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

A. None this Section.

1.5 REFERENCES

A. See Section 013526 - GOVERNMENT SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.

B. See Section 013597 - PROTECTION OF CULTURAL RESOURCES.

C. 40 CFR, Part 204 - Noise Emission Standards for Construction Equipment.

D. Executive Order 13058 - Protecting Federal Employees and the Public from exposure to

Tobacco Smoke in the Federal Workplace.

E. FAR 52.236-9 Protection of Existing Vegetation, Structures, Equipment Utilities and

Improvements.

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F. National Historic Preservation Act.

G. The United States Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and Reconstructing Historic

Buildings.

H. The United States Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, Guidelines for Treatment of Cultural Landscapes.

I. National Park Service Preservation Briefs and Technical Notes as cited in other Specifications.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANNCE

A. Ensure full time supervision of subcontractors.

1.7 PROJECT ENVIRONMENTAL GOALS

A. Project shall be in agreement with Steamtown National Historic Site General Management Plan

(GMP) and Environmental Management System (EMS).

1. Use minimum amount of energy, water, and materials feasible to meet Project intent.

a. Select energy and water efficient equipment and strategies to execute.

2. Include environmentally preferable products in Project.

3. Use renewable energy and material resources.

4. Manage Site and storage of materials to ensure no negative-impact on indoor environmental quality of structure and reduce outdoor environmental impact]

5. Preserve and restore the Site

a. Avoid site degradation and erosion.

b. Minimize off-site environmental impact.

6. Reduce construction waste through reuse, recycling, and supplier take-back.

7. Optimize operational performance in order to ensure energy efficiency.

a. Equipment shall operate as intended.

8. Consider the durability, maintainability, and flexibility of building systems.

1.8 PROTECTION OF PROPERTY

A. In addition to Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 52.236-9 Protection of Existing

Vegetation, Structures, Equipment Utilities and Improvements:

1. Do not load or permit any part of the structure to be loaded with a weight that will endanger its safety.

a. Engage a registered professional structural engineer, licensed in the State of

Pennsylvania for questions of structural loading as part of construction means and methods, at no cost to Government.

1) Engineer and determination id subject to the review by Government.

2. Perform removal of materials and execute Work in a manner to prevent injury or damage to existing work / historic fabric indicated / scheduled to remain.

3. Repair or replace existing work / historic fabric that may be altered during construction.

a. Match existing and adjoining as closely as possible.

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b. Upon completion, conditions shall be equal to or better than conditions prior to execution.

1.9 PROJECT HISTORICAL CHARACTERISTICS

A. Subject of which Work is anticipated is an iconographic of American society, heritage.

1. Possesses, custom architectural ornament permanently incorporated into the structure.

2. Intended Work requires project specific tasks during execution of Work.

3. Government will review all project requirements for iconography.

1.10 ARCHEOLOGICAL FINDINGS

A. There may be archeological remains in the Work area.

1. Artifacts, petroglyphs, structural features, domestic and /or archeological objects of nature, historic or prehistoric, above or sub-surface, tools or items found in or around the construction area, such as within structure cavities, or otherwise on the premises, are property of Government.

2. Should operations uncover, reveal or find any archeological items:

a. Suspend operations at the area of discovery.

b. Do not disturb item(s). Leave in place.

c. Notify Government immediately of findings.

d. Continue operations at other areas of Project.

e. Do not resume Work in area until authorized by Government.

1.11 PROJECT REQUIREMENTS

A. Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period.

B. Distribute entire set of Project Documents, including Drawings and Technical Specifications, but not limited to, to all entities involved with Project.

C. Furnish first-class mechanics and labor that possess the knowledge and skills to execute measures and precautions to protect elements of historic significance, structural and decorative, not scheduled to receive Work.

1. Execute Work using historic materials, or similar materials, and required skills as appropriate and specified by Project Documents, and as directed by Government.

2. Work to be in compliance with the Secretary’s Standards.

D. Inspect, survey, document and submit all pre-construction conditions prior to on-site activities to Government.

1. Documentation to include preconstruction photographs.

a. Log and notate existing conditions as appropriate.

E. Develop an appropriate, project specific Work sequence to execute Project, for cost considerations and facilitating Project implementation while minimizing or eliminating negative impacts.

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1. Collaborate with Government to identify, resolve, and coordinate Work sequence issues important to Project.

F. Performance Period:

1. 365 calendar businehss days from ‘Notice to Proceed’.

a. No Work shall commence until notice has been issued by Government.

b. For each Option that is elected to be included in Contract and executed a period of time shall be calculated and included into schedule.

G. Key Personnel:

1. A requirement of Contract is to maintain stability of personnel proposed in order to provide the Best Value to Government.

a. If key personnel become unavailable for Work for 30 calendar days, or are expected to devote substantially less effort than indicated by Contract, propose a substitution for person.

b. Changes shall not be made, except for compelling reasons.

2. Proposals to change or add personnel shall be submitted in writing to Government not less than 30 calendar days prior to change / addition.

a. Government must approve prior to change.

b. Request shall include details as to why change is planned to occur.

c. Substitution personnel shall possess same or higher qualifications of person being replaced.

1.12 PROJECT STANDARDS

A. Execute and complete Work of Project as depicted by Contract and Project Documents, job conditions, and the implied intent of the Project as a whole to ensure the life safety, health and well-being of all end users, while preserving the historic fabric of subject structure landscape and its components.

B. Align Work performed under this Contract with:

1. Historical requirements:

a. National Historic Preservation Act.

b. The United States Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of

Historic Properties, with Guidelines for Preserving, Rehabilitating, Restoring, and

Reconstructing Historic Buildings;

c. The United States Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of

Historic Properties, Guidelines for Treatment of Cultural Landscapes.

d. National Park Service Preservation Briefs and Technical Notes as cited in

Specifications.

C. Comply with:

1. National Environmental Protection Act.

2. Building Codes:

a. International Building Code (IBC), 2009, including:]

1) International Existing Building Code (IEBC), 2018.

2) International Energy Conservation Code (IECC), 2018.

3) International Mechanical Code (IMC), 2018.

3. William-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) of 1970, as amended, and modified to date.

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4. Health and safety regulations and requirements, as applicable, of all other authorities having jurisdiction.

5. State labor laws and regulations.

1.13 SITE ACCESS AND UTILIZATION

A. General: Limited use of Site for construction operations as indicated on Drawings as Work limits and as depicted by requirements, this Section, shall be granted.

1. Refrain from using profanity or being discourteous or uncivil to others on Site or while performing Work.

2. Wear shirts with sleeves, wear shoes, and refrain from wearing immodest, offensive, or obnoxious clothing, as determined by Government, while on Site.

3. See ‘Work Restrictions’ below.

B. Use of Site:

1. Limit use of Project site to work in areas Contract limits indicated.

2. Do not disturb portions of Park beyond areas in which Work is indicated.

C. Construction Limits of Disturbance (LOD):

1. Limit site disturbance, to the following general area[s], unless otherwise specified in

Contract / Project Documents:

a. Earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to 40 feet (12.2 meters) beyond building perimeter.

b. 25 feet (seven and six tenths meters) beyond constructed areas with permeable surfaces, such as pervious paving areas, stormwater facilities, and fields, that

Subparagraph below on projects where necessary to describe areas of a site where work is permitted. Expand to indicate areas of site where incursions are forbidden under any circumstances.

D. Vehicular and Pedestrian Access and Egress:

1. Keep driveway, parking lots, corridors, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government employees, and first responders, for access and egress, emergency or otherwise, on foot and in vehicles, at all times.

a. Do not use areas for parking, staging, or storage of materials, unless authorized by

Park.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

c. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

d. Deliveries shall utilize specified route as defined by Government.

E. Existing Building Conditions:

1. Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period.

2. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

F. Storage of Products:

1. Confine storage to immediate Site as directed by Government.

2. Contractor is allowed a storage container on-site at a location agreeable to Government.

3. Storage off-site requires approval from Government.

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1.14 COORDINATION WITH GOVERNMENT

A. Full Government Occupancy:

1. Government will occupy Site during entire construction period.

a. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage.

b. Perform Work so as not to interfere with Government and Park] day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

c. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

1) Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government.

d. Notify Government not less than 96 hours in advance of activities that will affect

Government and Park operations.

e. Additional detail will be issued at Preconstruction Conference.

B. Partial Government Occupancy:

1. Government will occupy the premises during entire construction period, with exception of areas under construction.

a. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage.

1) Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government operations.

2) Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

b. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

c. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government and authorities having jurisdiction]

d. Provide not less than 72 hours' notice to Government of activities that will affect

Government's operations.

e. Additional detail will be issued at Preconstruction Conference.

C. Government Limited Occupancy of Completed Areas of Construction:

1. Government will occupy and place and install equipment in completed portions of Work, prior to Substantial Completion of Project, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of Project.

a. Placement of equipment and limited occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

b. Government will prepare a Certificate of Substantial Completion for each specific portion of the Work to be occupied prior to Government acceptance of completed

Work.

c. Obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from authorities having jurisdiction before limited Government occupancy.

d. Before limited Government occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems shall be fully operational, and required tests and inspections shall be successfully completed.

1) Upon occupancy, Government will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving occupied portions of Work.

e. Upon occupancy, Government will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for occupied portions of Work.

f. Additional detail will be issued at Preconstruction Conference.

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D. Conduct all operations and procedures in manners to ensure the safety for all and minimize inconveniences.

1. Methods shall be compliant with OSHA and other applicable regulations, including State and local bodies, having jurisdiction.

2. Deliver to Government:

a. Schedule for safety meetings.

b. Project specific emergency response plan.

c. Project specific accident prevention plan.

d. Possess first aid equipment on site, and other areas as required.

e. Necessary safety equipment on site to perform the construction activities as required by regulation.

1.15 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. General:

1. Comply with restrictions issued by authorities having jurisdiction of construction operations.

B. Park Rules and Regulations:

1. Obey all Park Rules and Regulations, as well as those enumerated in 36 CFR, Title 36, Volume 1, Chapter 1 - Parks, Forests, and Public Property.

C. Occupancy:

1. Government will[ not] occupy premises[, but will make use of adjacent] [ and public will utilize adjacent][ spaces][, grounds,][ and][ areas ]during Project execution, as cited above.

a. Perform Project[ daily planning][,][meetings, toolbox and general,][ and][ housekeeping] activities[ only during][ outside of Government][ prior to and after][ typical] Work hours of 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday.

1) Hours cited above are not Work execution hours.

b. Do not execute operations during:

1) Federal holidays, unless otherwise agreed to in advance by Park.

2) Weekends, unless otherwise authorized by Park.

D. Construction Limits of Disturbance (LOD):

1. Limit site disturbance, to the following[ general] parameters, unless otherwise specified in Contract / Project Documents:

a. Earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to 40 feet (12.2 meters) beyond[ structure][ building] perimeter.

b. Ten feet (three meters) beyond surface walkways, patios, surface parking, and utilities less than 12 inches (300 millimeters) in diameter.

c. 15 feet (four and one-half meters) beyond primary roadway curbs and main utility branch trenches;

d. 25 feet (seven and six tenths meters) beyond constructed areas with permeable surfaces, such as pervious paving areas, stormwater facilities, and fields, that require additional staging areas to limit compaction of soils.

E. On-Site Work Execution Hours:

1. Limit Work on Park grounds to normal Park hours of., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise authorized by Park.

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a. Weekend Hours: Do not perform Work, unless authorized by Government.]

1) Request authorization seven business days in advance, minimum, in writing.

b. Early Morning Hours: Do not begin Work during municipal quiet hours, per local ordinance.

c. Holiday Hours: Do not perform Work, unless authorized by Government.]

1) Request authorization seven business days in advance, minimum, in writing.

F. Haul Restrictions:

1. Comply with USDOT, State DOT and local way legal load restrictions and other laws, including method of transport, but not limited to, for transport of materials and products.

a. Possession of a Permit shall not be relief of liability for damage which results from construction operations, including streets[, bridges] and sidewalks, but not limited to.

G. Contractor’s commercial vehicles:

1. Are allowed in the Park only through coordination with Government.

a. All vehicles shall be equipped with fire extinguishing equipment and first aid as required by U.S. D.O.T. and State D.O.T., including those that deliver goods and materials.

H. Existing Utility Interruptions:

1. Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government unless permitted by

Government, and then only after providing temporary utilities per requirements indicated.

a. Two hours is the maximum time allowed for planned utility disruptions unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer in writing.

b. An interruption beyond four hours shall require temporary services.

2. Notify Government not less than four days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

3. Obtain Government permission before proceeding.

4. Locate and prevent damage to known utilities.

a. If any damage occurs, take relative action and repair utility at no additional expense to Government.

b. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair and reconnect utility immediately.

1) An equitable adjustment shall be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the Contract.

2) Repairs shall be executed as cited above.

I. Noise, Vibration, and Odors:

1. Comply with 40 CFR, Part 204 - Noise Emission Standards for Construction Equipment.

2. Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, odors, or other disruption to Government occupancy with Government.

3. Notify Government not less than four days in advance of proposed disruptive activities.

4. Obtain Government permission before proceeding.

J. Nonsmoking Building:

1. Per EO 13058, smoking is not permitted inside the building.

2. Smoking is not permitted upon the structure or within 25 feet (eight meters) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor-air intakes.

3. No litter from smoking shall be present on, near or adjacent to the Project.

K. Controlled Substances:

1. Use of controlled substances within the existing building is not permitted.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS Intentionally Not Used

PART 3 - EXECUTION Intentionally Not Used

END OF SECTION 011400

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SECTION 012700 DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section explains in general, what is and is not included in a contract line item, and limits or cut-off points where one item ends and another begins.

B. . If no contract line item exists for a portion of work, include costs in a related item.

1. The items cited by each individual material Specification.

PART 1 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

A. Base Bid – History Museum – Hot Water System

1. This item consists of repair/upgrade of Hot Water systems.

2. Work will not be measured for payment.

3. Payment will be made at the contract price per lump sum price.

B. Base Bid – History Museum – Air Handling Unit

1. This item consists of repair/upgrade of air handling unit.

2. Work will not be measured for payment.

3. Payment will be made at the contract price per lump sum price.

C. Base Bid Locomotive Shop – Hot Water System

1. This item consists of repair/upgrade of Hot Water systems.

2. Work will not be measured for payment.

3. Payment will be made at the contract price per lump sum price.

D. Option 1 – Natural Gas Line

1. This item consists of extending the natural gas line to the History Building.

2. Work will not be measured for payment.

3. Payment will be made at the contract price per lump sum price.

E. Option 2 - History Museum – Chilled Water System

1. This item consists of repair/upgrade of Chilled Water systems.

2. Work will not be measured for payment.

3. Payment will be made at the contract price per lump sum price.

F. Deliver to Government by deadline.

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G. Incomplete Documents / submissions may render Offer as non-responsive and Offer may be rejected by Government.

END OF SECTION 012700

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SECTION 012800 OPTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section defines what Options are and when they may be executed “Rehab of Mechanical

System in History Building” at Steamtown National Historic Site.

B. Amount for an Option is the net total addition to the Contract Price to incorporate Option Work into Project.

C. Option Work executed is elected by Government. Incorporate into Work of Project including, but not limited to, supervision, labor, equipment, materials, appurtenances, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to, or required for a complete installation and delivery of a successful Project to the National Park Service, Department of the

Interior, United States of America whether cited or not, as part of Option.

1. An Option may be either independent of or dependent upon Work of Project described in one or more Base Bids.

D. Options do not require or include remobilization to execute.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. All Project Documents and Modifications made part of the Contract by inclusion or reference, and apply to this Section.

B. Documents related to the Work of this Section include, but are not limited to:

1. The FAR, with attention directed to:

a. GSA SF 1442 - Solicitation, Offer and Award.

2. Division 01, all Sections of General Requirements, with attention directed to:

a. Section 012700 – DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS.

b. Section 013216 – CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE.

3. Divisions 02 through 49, all Material Specifications of this Project Manual appropriate to the Project.

4. Project Drawings.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Informational Submittals include, but may not be limited to, the following completed Forms:

1. With the GSA SF 1442, deliver to the Government a completed;

B. Material Submittals include samples and documentation related to Bids, but are not limited to:

1. Items cited by each individual Specification.

1.4 DEFINITONS

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A. Offer: See Section[ 012700] - DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

B. Option: A unilateral right in a Contract by which, for a specified time, the Government may elect to purchase additional supplies or services specified by the Contract, or may elect to extend the term of the Contract.

1.5 PROCEDURES

A. Selection: Individual Bid Option will be accepted by the Government at the same time as the base project.

B. Notification: If an Option is accepted by Government, immediately notify entities involved in

Project in writing.

C. Coordination: Adjust affected adjacent Work as necessary to completely and fully integrate accepted Option Work into Project.

1.6 LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS - BID OPTIONS

A. Bid Option 1: If accepted by Government, provide all supervision, labor, equipment, materials, appurtenances and incidentals, but not limited to, required to execute and complete Work of the

Option that will be incorporated in Project. See Section 012700 - DEFINITION OF

CONTRACT LINE ITEMS.

B. Bid Option 2: If accepted by Government, provide all supervision, labor, equipment, materials, appurtenances and incidentals, but not limited to, required to execute and complete Work of the

Option that will be incorporated in Project. See Section 012700 - DEFINITION OF

CONTRACT LINE ITEMS.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 012800

February 2025 SCHEDULE OF VALUES 012973 - Page 1 of 2

SECTION 012973 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section pertains to the preparation and submittal of a completed for a major lump sum items on a unit price contract for which Contractor requests progress payments “Rehab of Mechanical System in History Building” at Steamtown National Historic Site.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. All Project Documents and Modifications made part of the Contract by inclusion or reference, and apply to this Section.

B. Documents related to Work of this Section include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. The FAR,

2. Division 01, all Sections of General Requirements.

3. Divisions 02 through 49, all Material Specifications of this Project Manual appropriate to the Project.

4. Project Drawings.

1.3 SUBMITTALS.

A. Informational / Acceptance:

1. Schedule of Values: Two forms of Schedule of Values documents are required to properly evaluate and execute Project.

a. [Document][ 004373][ - PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF VALUES (PSV).]

b. [Document][ 006273][ - SCHEDULE OF VALUES FORM (SOV).]

2. Within30 calendar days after receipt of Notice of Award, submit Document 006273 - SCHEDUL OF VAULES (SOV) to the Government.

a. Meet with Government. Determine if additional data is required.

b. Secure Government approval of the SOV prior to submitting first application for payment.

3. Revise Schedule of Values (SOV) and resubmit for items affected by Modifications.

After the changes are reviewed without exception by Government, execute submittal at least ten calendar days prior to submitting the application for payment.

4. Preparation:

a. Subdivide Schedule of Values into logical portions of work, per major work items, work in contiguous geographic areas, or other project appropriate subdivision.

1) Use the construction schedule and table of contents of Project Manual to guide the subdivision of items.

a) Items in schedule of values shall correlate directly with the tasks enumerated in the construction schedule.

b) Organize each portion using the table of contents of Project Manual as an outline for listing the value of work by Sections.

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2) A pro rata share of mobilization, bonds, and insurance shall be listed as separate items for each portion of the work.

b. For unit price contracts, items should include a proportional share of overhead and profit so that total of all items shall equal the contract price (sum).

c. For lump sum items where submittal of operation/maintenance data and testing are required, include separate item for equipment operation and maintenance data submittal.

d. Round-off figures for each listed item to the nearest dollar. The total of all items in the schedule of values must equal CPS for price contracts in the schedule of values.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

A. Schedule of Values: An itemized list that establishes value of each part of the Work for contract.

1. Schedule is used as basis for preparing applications for payments.

2. Include quantities and Unit Prices when designated by Government.

B. Lump Sum Item: An item on CPS for Work of Project that qualifies as a Base Bid, or and Bid Option for all equipment, Work, materials appurtenances and incidentals, required to prosecute construction.

1.5 DESCRIPTION OF WORK INCLUDED

A. Provide detailed breakdown of agreed Contract Price (Sum) showing values allocated to each of various parts of Work, as cited in this Section, and in other provisions of Project Documents.

B. Breakdown of Work shall be made according to format of the Construction Specifications Institute's Master List of Titles and Numbers for the Construction Industry (2012 edition), and include unique Sections and Documents issued by the National Park Service.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Use required means to assure arithmetical accuracy of sums described.

B. When required by Government, provide copies of subcontracts or other data acceptable, substantiating the sums described.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS Intentionally Not Used

END OF SECTION 012973

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SECTION 013119 PROJECT MEETINGS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section outlines meetings that will occur prior to and during performance of Project “Rehab of

Mechanical System in History Building” at Steamtown National Historic Site , and submittals required prior to execution and related preparation activities.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. All Project Documents and Modifications made part of Contract by inclusion or reference, and apply to this Section.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Per Section 013323 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES.

B. Following submittals require ‘Approval’ or ‘Acceptance’ by Government, as appropriate.

Deliver to Government ten calendar days prior to Preconstruction Conference:

1. Statement on firm letterhead designating Project Manager.

2. List of subcontractors, matching accepted Offer, and SF 1413 - Statement and

Acknowledgement for each.

3. Certification from subcontractors for applicable labor standards.

4. Satisfactory evidence liability insurance and workmen’s compensation requirements for all entities.

5. Construction waste diversion and recycling plan.

6. Quality control plan.

7. Proposed construction schedule.

8. Proposed schedule of values.

9. Accident Prevention Plan (APP), project specific.

10. Severe Weather Plan.

C. Approval:

1. Progress meeting minutes: Present to Government three business days prior to at following meeting.

1.4 NOTICE TO PROCEED

A. Execution of Project shall not commence until Government is in receipt of required submittals prior to Preconstruction Conference, cited above.

1. Mobilization shall not commence until notice is issued.

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