22. Attachment A - Boysen Creek Specifications.pdf

Attachment A

Boysen Peak Specifications

89503222BWA000053

22 May 2022

BPK ACDC OVERHAUL

SECTION C

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

WYOMING

TOC-1

SECTION C

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

BOYSEN PEAK ACDC OVERHAUL

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................. 1-1

A. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS .................................................................................................. 1-1 B. DESCRIPTION OF WORK .......................................................................................................... 1-1

C. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM “MOBILIZATION & PREPARATORY WORK” ...

..................................................................................................................................................... 1-2 D. COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK ................................... 1-2 E. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE ................................................................................................... 1-2 F. MATERIAL ................................................................................................................................... 1-2 G. RIGHT-OF-WAY .......................................................................................................................... 1-2 H. GEOLOGIC INVESTIGATIONS .................................................................................................. 1-3 I. ELECTRIC POWER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES ........................................................ 1-3 J. WATER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES ............................................................................ 1-2 K. EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING .................................................................................................. 1-3 L. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................... 1-3 M. BURIED UTILITIES ..................................................................................................................... 1-3 N. SUBMITTALS AND CORRESPONDENCE ................................................................................ 1-3

DIVISION 2 – SITE WORK ........................................................................................................................ 2-1 DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE ........................................................................................................................ 3-1 DIVISION 4 – METALWORK ..................................................................................................................... 4-1 DIVISION 11 – SERVICE BUILDINGS .................................................................................................... 11-1 DIVISION 12 – PAINTING ....................................................................................................................... 12-1 DIVISION 13 – ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY PROTECTION ................................................................ 13-1 DIVISION 14 – COMMUNICATIONS ....................................................................................................... 14-1

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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A. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS:

Construct and complete Boysen Peak ACDC Overhaul, in accordance with the Construction Contract (Standard Form 1442); the Contract Clauses; WAPA’s Construction Standards, including Standard 1

– General Requirements (March 2021), Standard 2 – Sitework (March 2021), Standard 3 – Concrete (March 2021), Standard 4 – Substation Metalwork and Transmission Line Lattice Structures (March 2021), Standard 5 – Transmission Line Steel Pole Structures (March 2021), Standard 6 – Light Duty Steel Pole Structures (March 2021), Standard 7 – Wood Poles (March 2021), Standard 8 – Glued Laminated Structures (March 2021), Standard 9 – Substation – Electrical (March 2021), Standard 10

– Transmission Line – Electrical (March 2021), Standard 11 – Buildings (March 2021), Standard 12 – Painting (March 2021), Standard 13 – Environmental Quality Protection (March 2021), Standard 14 – Communication Facilities (March 2021), Standard 15 – Drawings (March 2021); Standard Drawings;

and these Project Specifications and Drawings.

If a conflict occurs between the Project Specifications and the Construction Standards, the Project Specifications shall govern. The Project Specifications and the Drawings are used to take exceptions or provide additions to the Construction Standards. Some paragraphs in the Construction Standards will not apply to this job.

WAPA’s Construction Standards, Standard Drawings and Electrical Equipment Standards are available at https://www.wapa.gov/DoingBusiness/SellingToWestern/Pages/what-western-buys.aspx.

WAPA Project Specifications and Construction Standards are explained in Standard 1 – General Requirements, Section 1.1.1, “Standards and Project Specifications”.

Payment for all work described in these Project Specifications and Drawings package is to be included in the associated Bidding Schedule items.

B. DESCRIPTION OF WORK:

The PRINCIPAL COMPONENTS OF WORK are listed below, these are not listed in the order they need to be accomplished, and other components may be necessary to complete the work as described in the Project Specifications and Drawings:

1. Providing temporary, portable generator to power the existing communications building electrical system.

2. Demolishing existing generator building, slab, and equipment; and removing and storing the existing liquid propane gas tank to be reinstalled during the project.

3. Providing all components to replace the existing REA feed and components.

4. Providing new communications and distribution equipment.

5. Providing new HVAC and lighting equipment.

6. Providing a new concrete slab for outdoor electrical and mechanical equipment.

7. Providing a new galvanized, steel enclosure fence.

8. Providing new generator set and reinstallation of existing 1000-gallon capacity liquid propane tank.

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Paragraphs “Description of Bidding Schedule Items” in Divisions – 1, 2,3,4,11,12,13, and 14 describe the work to be performed.

The work is located at 43°27'27.0"N, 108°11'38.9"W. See drawing BPK 0015 for further information.

C. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM “MOBILIZATION & PREPARATORY WORK”:

1. Bidding Schedule item “Mobilization and preparatory work” includes the following:

a. Performing mobilization and preparatory work in accordance with Section H of the contract clauses.

b. Prepare and submit a Construction Schedule and furnish a Safety and Health Program.

D. COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION OF WORK: See FAR 52.211-10 in

Section F of the solicitation/contract.

1. SUBMITTAL AND CORRESPONDANCE RESPONSE TIME: Except as otherwise provided for specific submittals, WAPA will require 20-calendar days for review of drawings or data submitted for approval.

2. OUTAGE RESTRICTIONS: In addition to the restrictions listed in Construction Standard 1, the following outage restrictions shall apply:

a. Make all outage requests in writing to the COR a minimum of 30-days in advance. Meeting the minimum advance notice requirement of 30-days does not guarantee an outage will be approved. To improve the chances of an outage being approved, all outages should be submitted with as much advance notice as practicable. Weather conditions and other system conditions such as other scheduled and nonscheduled (forced) outage must be evaluated against an outage request before approval can be granted.

3. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE RESTRICTIONS: The following Construction Schedule restrictions shall apply:

a. The Contractor shall not work more than 12-hours per day and no more than 60-hours in one (1) continuous period without approval from the COR.

b. The Contractor shall not block the line-of-site of communications antennas which are in use during the construction process.

E. CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE:

1. SUBMITTAL TIME: Prepare and Submit a Construction Schedule to the CO within 14-calendar days after date of Notice to Proceed.

F. MATERIAL: Furnish all material for completing the work.

G. RIGHTS-OF-WAY:

1. GENERAL: Orient construction methods and equipment to utilize Government-furnished rights-of-way or obtain additional temporary access without additional cost to WAPA. Any additional temporary access acquired by the Contractor shall have prior COR approval, since several areas of the transmission line have travel restricted areas. During the contract period, WAPA reserves the right to use Contractor-obtained access.

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H. GEOLOGIC INVESTIGATIONS:

Geologic information has not been obtained for this project, and none is known to exist.

The Contractor shall determine the nature of the material to be excavated, the difficulties of making and maintaining required excavations and doing other work affected by geology and ground water elevations at the worksite.

I. ELECTRIC POWER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES:

The Contractor shall furnish power for his operations by other means at no additional cost to WAPA.

Make arrangements and provide all electric power for construction purposes. Provide necessary distribution lines, distribution circuits, transformers, and other electrical equipment for distributing the power to the places of use. At contract completion, remove temporary electrical equipment and distribution lines.

J. WATER FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES:

Furnish water for construction purposes. Make arrangements for obtaining the water and provide for conveying the water to the points of use.

K. EXPLOSIVES AND BLASTING:

Explosives shall not be used.

L. BURIED UTILITIES:

Prior to excavation, examine the area and determine the location of buried utilities. Utilities shall be identified with a marker denoting the type of service. It is the Contractor's responsibility to satisfy himself as to the location of underground utilities so as to prevent damage to them. Should any damage to such utilities occur, the Contractor shall be required to bear the full cost of repairs and/or replacement of the utilities.

M. EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS:

In addition to the requirements listed in WAPA Construction Standard 1.4.3 all employees are restricted from wearing a headset, headphone, or other listening device, other than a hearing aid or instrument for the improvement of defective human hearing, hearing protection worn as the hazard exists or for communication purposes while on a WAPA jobsite.

N. SUBMITTALS AND CORRESPONDENCE:

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall furnish submittals via email as specified in the Construction

Standards and this Project Specification to the email address listed under the Transmittal section below and with the following requirements:

a. Submittals shall be in the following formats, standard PDF, Microsoft Word (.docx), Microsoft Excel (.xlsx), Electronic CAD (.dwg) (AutoCAD version 2018). All submittals in .dwg format shall also be submitted in .pdf format.

b. Each submittal shall include label at the top of the first page or drawing with the WAPA

Contract number with the 4-digit Specification number, if applicable (89503222CWA000XXX-XXX), WAPA project title, Bidding Schedule Contract Line Item

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Number (CLIN) equipment designation or if a designation is not available applicable division number and applicable division paragraph number.

c. Multiple CLIN’s on a single submittal are not permitted. For Associated Electrical

Equipment and Material’s CLIN, which contains multiple equipment types, each type shall be submitted separately with the exception that Phase Identification Signs and Equipment Identification Signs can be submitted together.

d. A cover transmittal letter will be provided by WAPA (in both a Microsoft Word and PDF format) and shall be included with each email submittal. The transmittal shall also contain a contact name, the WAPA Contract number with the 4-digit Specification number, if applicable (89503222CWA000XXX-XXX), WAPA project title, CLIN and applicable division number and applicable division paragraph number.

2. TRANSMITTAL: The Contractor shall submit all correspondence (Request for Information, Submittals, etc.) to the following email addresses care of the COR.

Rocky Mountain Region

ATTN: J5600

Email:RMR-J5600-CS@wapa.gov

3. SUBMITTAL RESPONSE: WAPA will provide a response to all submittals in accordance with Division 1.D.2 of these specifications with an “Acceptable” or “Not Acceptable” status, with comments as appropriate to the email address where the submittals originated.

4. PHYSICAL SAMPLE SUBMITTALS: When physical specimens or digital media are required to be submitted for approval, (i.e., brick samples, roofing material samples, carpeting, CDs, DVDs, etc.) the Contractor shall provide a digital cover letter outlining the physical sample submittal prior to sending the sample (including tracking data when applicable), and shall deliver physical specimens to:

Western Area Power Administration

ATTN: J5600

5555 E. Crossroads Blvd.

Loveland, CO 80538

5. PROJECT PROTOCOL:

a. Electronic Correspondence:

EMAIL SUBMITTAL FORMAT:

Subject Line in Email

Submittal number, Subject, Applicable Standard Number, Project Name/Number, and Contract Number

Example: Submittal 006, Gravel, Crystal Dam 7.2-kV Underground Feeder Replacement, 895032-22B-WA000XXX

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b. Payment Requests:

EMAIL PAYMENT REQUEST FORMAT:

Invoice number and Project Name/Number and Contract Number Example: Invoice 01, Crystal Dam 7.2-kV Underground Feeder Replacement, 895032-

22B-WA000XXX

c. Certified Payrolls-Prime and Sub-Contractors:

EMAIL CERTIFIED PAYROLL FORMAT:

Certified Payroll (CP), Contractor’s names, Week ending (WE), and Project Name/Number, and Contract Number

Example: CP-(Smith Inc., Bob’s Electrical), WE 09/12/22 & 09/19/22, Crystal Dam 7.2-kV Underground Feeder Replacement, 895032-22B-WA000XXX

d. Request for Information:

EMAIL (REQUEST FOR INFORMATION) FORMAT:

Request for Information (RFI), Project Name/Number, and Contract Number Example: RFI-003, Labeling Info, Crystal Dam 7.2-kV Underground Feeder Replacement, 895032-22B-WA000XXX

6. SUBMITTAL TABLE:

SPEC DIV NO. SECTION

DESCRIPTION

OF MATERIAL

S H

O P

D R

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P R

O D

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T D

A T

A

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T A

L L

A T

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N

D A

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R R

A N

T

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M

IN

T

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A N

C E

M A

T E

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P R

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C T

R E

C O

R D

D O

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M D

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M P

L E

1 Standard 1.1.4 General Conditions

Construction Program

X

2 Standard 1.1.6 General Conditions

Breakdown of Contract Prices

X

3 Standard 1.4.1 General Conditions

Site Specific Safety Plan

X

4 Standard 1.4.1 General Conditions

Superintendent Resume

X

General Conditions

Citizenship Forms

X

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Standard

2.1.1.2(1)

2.7.1.2.(1)

Sitework

Earth Material

Testing Laboratory

X

Standard 2.1.1.2.(2) & 2.7.1

Sitework

Earth Material Compaction Test Reports

X

Standard 3.1.1.2.(1) & 3.1.1.3

Concrete

Testing Laboratory

X

Standard

3.1.1.2.(5)

& 3.1.1.4

Fly Ash For Concrete

X

Standard

3.1.1.2.(6)

& 3.1.1.4

Admixtures and Curing Compounds

X

Standard

3.1.1.2.(7) Concrete

Batch Certificates

X

Standard

3.1.1.2.(8) Concrete Test Reports X

Standard 3.1.1.2.(2)

Concrete Concrete Mix Design

X

14 Division 4 Metals Galvanized Steel Enclosure

X

15 Division 11 Service Buildings Caulks and Sealants

X X

16 Division 11 Service Buildings Door and Frames

X X X X

17 Division 11 Service Buildings Door Hardware X X X X

18 Division 11 Service Buildings Mechanical O&M Manual

X

19 Division 11 Service Buildings Mechanical - Generator

X X X X X

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20 Division 11 Service Buildings Mechanical – Snow Stand

X X X

21 Division 11 Service Buildings

Mechanical – Hazardous Location Air Conditioner

X X X X

22 Division 11 Service Buildings Electrical Equipment - Batteries

X X X X X X

23 Division 11 Service Buildings Electrical Equipment – Battery Rack

X X X

24 Division 11 Service Buildings Electrical Equipment – AC Dist Panel

X X X X

25 Division 11 Service Buildings

Electrical Equipment – Automatic Transfer Switch

X X X

26 Division 11 Service Buildings Electrical Equipment – Exhaust Fan

X X X

27 Division 11 Service Buildings Electrical Equipment – H2 Sensor

X X X

28 Division 11 Service Buildings

Electrical Equipment - Control Damper

X X X

29 Division 11 Service Buildings Electrical Distribution Components

X

30 Division 12 Paint Paint Systems X X X 31 Division 14 Communications Grounding X 32 Standard 15.2.6 Drawings As-Built Dwgs X 33 Drawings BPK 2155-1 Anchor Epoxy X X 34 Drawings BPK 2152 Joint Sealant X X

DIVISION 2 - SITEWORK

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A. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment to construct and complete the work as indicated on the Project Drawings, as specified herein, and as required for a complete and proper installation.

2. PAYMENT: The Contractor shall include all costs associated with the work in this Division in the correlating bid item listed in the Bidding Schedule.

3. SUBMITTALS: For all submittals reference Division 1, Section N “Submittals and Correspondence”.

B. DESCRIPTION OF BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEMS

1. Bidding Schedule item ”Demolition” includes the following:

a. Removing and disposing of all items identified on Project Drawings.

2. Bidding Schedule item ”Sitework” includes the following:

a. Excavating as required for placement of new equipment slab; as shown on Project

Drawings.

b. Compacting materials as required to provide appropriate bearing pressures for earth materials.

c. Backfilling of excavated areas using earth materials.

3. Bidding Schedule item ”Site Utilities” includes the following:

a. Liquid Propane Gas Service:

1) The Contractor shall coordinate with the service provider to shut off gas service and remove the existing 1000-gallon LPG tank and components.

2) The Contractor shall store the existing 1000-gallon LPG tank on site until it is required to be reinstalled.

3) Reinstall existing LPG tank.

4) Provide new 1st and 2nd stage regulators for the LPG tank.

a) 1st Stage Regulator: Manufacturer: RegO, P/N: LV4403TR96 (or approved substitute)

b) 2nd Stage Regulator: Manufacturer: RegO, P/N: LV4403B66 (or approved substitute)

b. Electrical Service:

1) The Contractor shall locate the existing power line buried between the existing electric service pole and the existing electric service entrance.

2) The Contractor shall excavate existing power line, to the extent necessary to remove the existing conductor and conduit.

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3) The Contractor shall remove the existing conductor and conduit.

4) The Contractor shall provide new conductor and conduit.

5) The Contractor shall rebury the new REA feed at 24 inches depth.

6) Refer to Standards Drawing 31 1006h for WAPA trenching requirements.

Contact and coordinate with High Plains REA for utility service requirements.

Contact Information:

C. J. Caress Office: (307) 856-9426, ext. 230 Cell: (307) 851-4173 Meter SN: 35167

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

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A. CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment to construct and complete the work as indicated on the Project Drawings, as specified herein, and as required for a complete and proper installation.

2. PAYMENT: The Contractor shall include all costs associated with the work in this Division in the

4. MATERIAL:

a. Cement: Type V cement. As an alternative to Type V cement, Type IIA cement in conjunction with Class F fly ash as noted below may be used. Types are according to

ASTM C 150.

b. Compressive Strength: 4500 psi minimum at 28-days for substation concrete.

c. Water-Cement Ratio: Net water-cement ratio, exclusive of water absorbed by the aggregates, shall not exceed 0.45 by weight for NESC heavy or medium loading areas, and moderate or severe frost-susceptible zones per ACI 318, Chapter 4 – Durability Requirements.

d. Type A and D water-reducing and retarding admixtures may be used if approved by the COR.

e. Class F fly ash is required to neutralize severe alkali or ASR reaction in accordance with ASTM C 311 (regarding test data), ASTM C 618 (regarding material), and Standard 3 – Concrete (regarding WAPA-specific requirements). Proposed concrete mix designs shall incorporate fly ash up to a maximum of 20 percent; minimum 28-day compressive strength shall be maintained in mix design.

5. TEST FOR POTENTIAL REACTIVITY OF SAND AND COARSE AGGREGATE: Perform test for each source used. If the tests determine the aggregate(s) to be unsuitable as a concrete aggregate, a suitable source will be obtained by the Contractor.

6. CURING: Exposed, formed surfaces of concrete foundations shall be cured with water, resin-base curing compound without fugitive dye, or by covering with polyethylene film.

1. Bidding Schedule item ”CONCRETE” includes the following:

a. Earthwork, formwork, reinforcement, material used in concrete, void forming material, drilling and grouting anchor bars, anchor bolts, curing, finishing, joints, and other related work and material needed to complete the concrete construction.

b. Providing excavation (Reference WAPA Construction Standard 2 Sitework, Section 2.5.5, “Excavation for Foundations and Structures”) and compaction (Reference WAPA Construction Standard 2 Sitework, Section 2.7.1 “Compacting Earth Material”) for concrete foundations.

c. Concrete foundations for a galvanized, steel enclosure.

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d. Measurement for quantities for concrete foundations will be made on the basis of concrete quantities developed from drawing BPK 2152. Regardless of the concrete quantities actually placed, payment will be based on the quantities of concrete developed from the drawing.

DIVISION 4 - METALS

4-1 complete the work as indicated on the Project Drawings, as specified herein, and as required for a complete and proper installation.

2. PAYMENT: The Contractor shall include all costs associated with the work in this Division in the correlating bid item listed in the Bidding Schedule.

1. Bidding Schedule item ”GALVANIZED STEEL ENCLOSURE” includes the following:

a. Providing fabricated galvanized steel members and associated items required for a complete assembly.

b. Providing grounding as directed on the Project Drawings.

c. Constructing the enclosure as shown on the Project Drawings.

DIVISION 11 – SERVICE BUILDINGS

11-1 complete the work as indicated on the Project Drawings, as specified herein, and as required for a complete and proper installation.

2. PAYMENT: The Contractor shall include all costs associated with the work in this Division in the correlating bid item listed in the Bidding Schedule.

B. BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM “THERMAL PROTECTION”:

1. CAULKS AND SEALANTS:

a. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment for caulks and sealants; as indicated on the Project Drawings, specified herein, and required for a complete and proper installation.

b. MATERIALS: Caulking and Sealants: Refer to Standard 07 91 00 JOINT SEALANTS, Section 3 – Materials for requirements

c. INSTALLATION: Caulking and Sealants: Refer to Standard 07 91 00 JOINT SEALANTS, Section 4 – Installation for requirements

C. BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM “STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES”:

1. Bidding Schedule item “Doors” includes the following:

a. DOORS & FRAMES:

1) GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment for steel doors, doorframes, and other accessories as indicated on the Project Drawings, specified herein, and required for a complete and proper installation.

2) PRODUCT HANDLING AND PROTECTION: Follow manufacturer’s special storage and handling requirements.

3) MATERIAL:

a) Exterior Steel Doors: Level III (extra heavy duty), Model 1 (full flush construction), and 1 3/4 inch thick, 16-gauge, in accordance with ANSI/SDI A250.8 Class (door type) as shown on the Project Drawings.

b) Fill spaces within exterior doors with glass fiber insulation having a minimum density of 1 1/2 pounds per cubic foot or polystyrene having a minimum density of 1 pound per cubic foot.

c) Interior Steel Doors: Level II (heavy duty), model 1 (full flush construction), 1 3/4-inches thick, 18-gauge, in accordance with ANSI/SDI A250.8. Door type as shown on Project Drawings. Battery room door shall be 1-hr fire rated.

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d) Steel Doorframes: Doorframes shall be welded and of types and sizes shown on the drawings; in accordance with requirements of ANSI/SDI A250.8, except for gauge.

e) Interior Doorframes: Interior doorframes shall be 16-gauge sheet steel.

f) Frame Anchors: SDI standard, compatible with adjacent construction, and welded to doorframe.

g) Stiffeners: Shall be not less than 12-gauge steel.

4) FABRICATION:

a) General: Doors and frames shall be reinforced, drilled, and tapped in shop to receive projecting hardware. Perform drilling and tapping for surface hardware in the field. Use templates furnished by hardware manufacturer to ensure correct fitting and installation of hardware.

b) Doors: Top and bottom of doors shall receive a flush end closure treatment. Surface sheets shall be supported by continuous, hat-shaped members not less than 20 gauge, spaced not more than 6 inches on center, and internally spot welded to both surface sheets not more than 4 inches on center. Undercut each door leaf as required for proper clearance and installation of weather-stripping and threshold.

c) Frames: Frames for installation in wall openings over 4 feet wide shall have a 12-gauge channel stiffener factory welded into the head. Frames for installation in exterior and interior walls shall be of welded construction.

d) Anchors: Provide a minimum of four welded anchors per jamb and one welded anchor per door head. In addition, provide sill anchors for all frames.

e) Shop Finish: Exterior doors and frames shall be galvanized, followed by a phosphate treatment, and given the manufacturer’s standard shop coat of non-bituminous priming paint. All exterior frames shall receive one coat of bituminous water-resistant paint on the inside, unexposed surface.

5) INSTALLATION:

a) Doors and Frames: Install doors and frames in true alignment with head level and jambs plumb. Install welded-type doorframes at the time walls are constructed, brace and anchor in place.

b) Field Painting: After doors are installed, but before projecting hardware is installed, doors and doorframes shall be painted in accordance with these specifications.

c) Adjustment: Before acceptance of work, test operation of doors and correct defects in operation.

b. DOOR HARWARE:

1) GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment for hardware for steel doors, complete with fasteners, anchors, and other

11-3 accessories for full operation of hardware, as indicated on the Project Drawings, specified herein, and required for a complete and proper installation.

2) PRODUCT HANDLING AND PROTECTION: Follow manufacturer’s special storage and handling requirements.

3) MATERIAL:

a) Door Hardware: Provide each door in each hardware group of Table 2 –

Hardware Schedule, with type and number of hardware items specified by Table 1 – Door Hardware Types. Items for each hardware type shall be products of same manufacturer. Hardware shall be equal to manufacturer’s catalog items referenced in Table 1 below.

b) Keying:

1. Door locks shall be keyed the same.

2. Existing Keying System: A master keying system has been established with Best Lock Company. Key all locks to this system.

Key numbers for existing keying system will be furnished to the Contractor by the COR upon written request. The COR will instruct the contractor whether six or seven pin cores are required and may opt to install permanent cores after completion of construction.

3. Construction Keying: Supply locks with temporary construction cores; temporary construction cores shall be interchangeable with permanent cores which are removable only by special control key.

4. Permanent Keys: Western will provide and install permanent core.

c) Fasteners: Provide hardware with screws, bolts, and other fasteners of suitable size and type to anchor hardware in position for long life under hard use. Provide expansion shields, toggle bolts, hex bolts, and other anchors suitable for type of material to which hardware is applied.

Fasteners shall be compatible with or match hardware material and finish.

4) INSTALLATION:

a) General: Install hardware in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations, using proper templates.

b) Painting: Do not install projecting hardware until painting of doors and frames is complete.

c) Thresholds: Fit tight to doorframes, set in full beds of mastic, and attach to concrete with machine screws in expansion anchors.

d) Adjustment: Test operations of each door, verify lock location, adjust hardware, and correct defects in operation.

5) TABLE 1 - DOOR HARDWARE TYPES (Table 6-1)

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Type Hardware Schedule

Designation Description Finish Manufacturer’s

Catalog Items Number Required Per Door

Hinges H1 4 1/2” x 4 1/2”, brass, heavy weight, full mortise, template, five knuckles, four ball bearings, non-removable pin, and flat button tips.

US26D Hager BB1199

NPR.

Stanley FBB199 NRP or equal.

1 1/2 pair per jamb.

Hinges H2 4 1/2” x 4 1/2”, steel, heavy weight, full mortise, template, five knuckles, four ball bearings, non-removable pin, and flat button tips.

US26D Hager BB1168

NRP

Stanley FBB168 or equal.

1 1/2 pair per jamb.

Lock set L1 Mortise lock set with knobs, roses, and cylinder rings; antifriction latch bolt, stops or toggle in face, deadbolt throw of 1”;

screw less knob spindle; and cylinders with interchangeable tumbler core.

ANSI F97 entrance function, double locking.

619 Best 45H 7TA3 H.

Latch Set L2 Heavy duty cylindrical latch set, lever, and trip to match exterior doors.

ANSI F75 passage set.

619 Best 9K series or equal.

Door closer

C1 Modern-type surface closer with cover for parallel arm installation on stop side of door; rack-and-pinion construction, with closing force range adjustable 15% or more over minimum spring load; adjustable back check; adjustable closing speed and latching speed; and hold-open parallel arm with holding range of 90 to 180°.

Norton P8501H

Doorstop ST For wall installation on concrete or gypsum board surface, projection of approximately 3 5/8”, and base diameter of 2 1/4”.

US26D Ives 443

Door Bottom

Seal

DBS One piece aluminum door bottom sweep with vinyl seal.

Pemko 345AV or equal.

Two at each door.

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Type Hardware Schedule

Designation Description Finish Manufacturer’s

Catalog Items Number Required Per Door

Threshold T1 One-piece, extruded aluminum threshold with thermal break; 1/2” height; 4” width;

silicone seal; length equal to full width of door; notched ends at doorstops;

countersunk screw holes spaced approximately 12” center-to-center with end holes not more than 3” from ends of thresholds; and flat-head machine screws that color match the thresholds.

Mill Pemko

252X226AFGS

or equal.

1 continuous at sill.

Weather-stripping

W1

W2

Self-adhesive silicone rubber weather-stripping.

Rigid jamb and head weather-stripping with silicone seal, installed on interior of door.

Pemko S88D

Pemko 316AS

Continuous at head and jambs.

Astragal AST 1 Minimum 1/8”x 2” primed steel astragal with self-adhesive silicone rubber weather-stripping.

Pemko 357SP with S88D or equal.

Install on inside bottom edge of top door leaf.

Dead Bolt DB Heavy duty surface bolt, 8” length with plain knob, and strike for installation on inside of door frame.

619 Trimco 3920 or equal.

1 for lower door leaf.

Exit Device

ED1 Rim exit device with secure bolt feature, lever on equipment room always active (passage function).

619 Corbin Russwin

ED 5200S

or equal

Exit Device

ED2 Rim exit device with secure bolt feature, no exterior trim (exit only function).

619 Corbin Russwin

ED 5200S

or equal

6) TABLE 2 – HARWARE SCHEDULE

Hardware Group Number

Door Number Required Hardware (See Table 6-1)

Remarks

1 1 H2

ED1

C1

ST

W1

In-swinging interior door. Battery Room to Control Room. 1-hr fire door.

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2 2 H1 L1 C1

ST

DBS

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D. BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM “MECHANICAL”

GENERAL: Material, installation, and workmanship shall adhere to the most current revisions of international, national, and local requirements pertaining to safety, quality, and mechanical codes.

BASIC MECHNICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS: Reference Standard 11, Section 23 03 00 “Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods”.

COMMON PIPING FOR HVAC: Reference Standard 11, Section 23 05 15 “Common Piping for

HVAC”.

EQUIPMENT:

a. Temporary Generator: The Contractor shall provide a temporary generator to provide a feed for temporarily powering the Microwave Site. The feed shall be a 120V/240V Single Phase feed.

b. Spark-Ignited Generator: The Contractor shall provide spark-ignited generator to permanently provide back-up power to the Microwave Site.

The generator shall be mounted on a snow stand which raises the generator a minimum of 36 in, but not more than 48 in off the top of concrete (TOC). The Contractor is allowed to purchase a prefabricated rack design to fit this generator or to have the rack fabricated to meet the requirements. If the rack is prefabricated the Contractor will provide product information and warranty. If the rack is fabricated the Contractor shall provide shop drawings for approval and warranty.

1. Equipment: Provide an Onan/Cummins RS36 Generator, Model No. A051Y417 (or approved substitute). The Generator shall the following characteristics at minimum.

Made In USA Yes Rated Watts 36kW Rated Amps 150 Voltage 120/240V Single Phase Enclosure Aluminum UL Listed Yes Starting System Automatic Start Low Oil Alert Yes Hour Meter Yes Cooling System Liquid Cooled Alternator Type Brushless Frequency 60 Hz Auto Voltage Regulation Yes Fuel Type Propane (LP) LP Power Capacity 36kW LP Consumption Full Load 5.1 gal/hr

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LP Consumption Half Load 3.2 gal/hr Warranty Information 2 Years Limited Warranty

c. Hazardous Location Room Air Conditioner: The Contractor shall provide an explosion proof air conditioning unit. Provide a Friedrich Hazardguard Series Model SH15M30 (or approved substitute).

6. EXECUTION:

a. Spark-Ignited Generator: Reference Manufacturer’s Installation Instructions and the Project Drawings.

b. Hazardous Location Air Conditioner: Reference Standard Section 23 81 00 UNITARY AIR

CONDITIONING EQUIPMENT and the Project Drawings.

E. BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM “ELECTRICAL”

GENERAL: Material, installation, and workmanship shall adhere to the most current revisions of international, national, and local requirements pertaining to safety, quality, and electrical codes.

Reference Standard Section 26 00 00 Electrical for further information.

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL: Reference Standard Section 26 05 00

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL.

LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES: Reference Standard Section 26 05 19 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES.

GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS: Reference Standard Section 26

05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS.

IDENTIFICATION PLACARDS: Reference Standard Section 26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION

PLACARDS.

WIRING CONNECTIONS: Reference Standard Section 25 05 83 WIRING CONNECTIONS.

PANELBOARDS:

a. EQUIPMENT: Reference Standard Section 26 24 16 PANELBOARDS, WAPA

EQUIPMENT STANDARD SECTION 2.4 INDOOR AC AND DC DISTRIBUTION BOARDS,

and the Project Drawings. Comply with safety, quality, and electric codes. Provide new Square D AC Panelboard, Model No. 19338, PN: QO132M125 (or approved substitute).

b. INSTALLATION: Reference Standard Section 26 24 16 PANELBOARDS, WAPA

EQUIPMENT STANDARD SECTION 2.4 INDOOR AC AND DC DISTRIBUTION BOARDS,

the manufacturer’s installation instructions, and the Project Drawings. Comply with safety, quality, and electric codes.

c. ELECTRICAL TESTING: Includes providing electrical testing in accordance with Standard 9, paragraph 9.1.2 Acceptance Tests – Method A.

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WIRING DEVICES: Reference Standard Section 26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES.

INTERIOR LUMINAIRES, LAMPS AND BALLASTS: Reference Standard Section 26 51 13 INTERIOR LUMINAIRES, LAMPS AND BALLASTS and the Project Drawings for further information.

AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCH:

a. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide an automatic feed transferring switch as shown on the Project Drawings.

b. EQUIPMENT: The Contractor shall provide an automatic source transfer switch. Provide Emerson Network Power’s ASCO 300 ATS (or approved substitute).

c. INSTALLATION: Reference the manufacturer’s installation instructions, and the Project Drawings. Comply with safety, quality, and electric codes.

COMMUNICATIONS BATTERY SYSTEM:

GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide, furnish material, and perform all work required to install the station battery system, rack, and spill containment in the location shown on Drawing BPK 7004. The battery racks will be installed on the floor of the battery room. The Contractor shall provide any additional shims or mounting hardware required to completely level the battery racks.

The Contractor shall submit the following Project Record Documents for the disposal of the existing communications battery system:

• Certificate of recycling from a certified lead and acid recycler.

• Chain of custody documentation for the disposed battery system.

a. EQUIPMENT

1. BATTERIES: The battery shall be a rechargeable nominal 48 Volt, 24-cell, heavy-duty, valve-regulated, lead-acid stationary type with lead-calcium alloy grids designed for telecommunication installations complete with mounting rack rated for an IEEE Medium seismic area (f), and spill containment.

2. BATTERY SYSTEM: The battery system shall have the following characteristics:

a. The battery shall be a lead-calcium, VRLA, reduced maintenance type.

b. The capacity of the battery shall be at least 1400AH ampere hours +/- 5% based on an 8-hour discharge cycle to 1.75 volts per cell.

c. The battery shall be covered by an established and published seven (7) year, full replacement cost warranty with the battery operated in float service at a nominal operating temperature of 77⁰ F.

d. Configuration for this application shall be 8 cells wide, and 3 cells high.

e. Grids for both positive and negative plates shall be manufactured of lead-calcium alloys. All internal wetted parts shall be of similar non-antimony lead to preclude interfacial corrosion at the bonded area.

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f. Both positive and negative plates shall be of the flat-pasted plate design to assure highly reliable electrical performance throughout the life of the battery system. Positive plates shall be thick enough to withstand 20 years of life. Both positive and negative plates shall be wrapped with fibrous retention mats to inhibit the loss of active material. Moss-shields shall be used as further protection against internal shorting. Positive plate must have additional protection against shorts at plate bottom, opposite to lugs, with the use of plastic boots. Physical support of the positive plate group shall be via a suspension system, which allows for normal plate expansion, and which shall not cause stress to the jar to cover seal or to the post seals during normal life.

g. Plate compression shall be through a gravity compression or pressure plate design.

h. The battery system shall incorporate airflow between all cells (molded-in jar ribs) in order to facilitate thermal equilibrium between all cells.

i. Terminals shall have copper inserted round terminal posts, Enersys DDm style or equivalent, allowing connector torques of 160 inch-pounds and a threaded copper insert, (female on cell), interface with the inter-cell connectors.

Terminals shall be of sufficient strength to support normal inter-tier or inter-step cabling without additional bracing. The terminals must be designed to allow taking ohmic readings easily.

j. Each cell shall be equipped with a pressure release vent assemblies incorporating low-pressure (2 PSI maximum) relief vents with a flame/spark arresting disk to prohibit outside spark from entering the headspace inside the cell.

k. The cell container and cover shall be of a flame retardant material with a limited oxygen index (L.O.I.) of at least 28, meeting UL 94-V0.

l. For each bolted connection, tin-plated copper terminals and stainless steel corrosion resistant bolts shall be provided. Interconnecting hardware shall be sized so as to permit any discharge at the maximum published rate while allowing no more than 30 mV voltage drop between adjacent units, when measured at the 1 minute rate to 1.75 end volts per cell. No paralleling of cells interior to the battery system shall be done. Each cell shall be rated at the specified Ampere-Hour capacity. Inter-cell and inter-unit connections shall be insulated against accidental shorting with front cover plates which are easily removable for maintenance and voltage readings of individual cells.

m. Very low float current requirement (15 milliamperes per 100 Ampere-Hour of battery capacity).

n. In addition to Inter-cell connectors noted above, the battery shall come complete with the following accessories as required by manufacturer to completely install the battery:

1) Inter-tier or inter-rack (contiguous racks only) cable connectors

2) Battery and across-aisle terminal plates

3) Corrosion resistant stainless steel connector bolt assemblies

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4) Protective covers to prevent accidental contact with the terminals.

5) Non-corrosive grease

6) Instruction labels

7) Caution labels

8) Cell numeral labels with polarity indicators

9) Battery Nameplate

10) Two (2) instruction manuals

11) Detailed wiring/strapping (configuration) diagrams which include bill of material

12) Lifting straps and lifting hardware

13) Other accessories required by OSHA

o. The rack shall be designed for a minimum seismic rating of IEEE 693 Medium.

Racks shall be modular welded steel assembly with acid resistant paint or coating. Location of site is (43°27'27.0"N, -108°11'38.9"W).

p. The units shall be pre-installed into the rack modules and secured so that all units are insulated against shock damage during transit.

q. Each cell or multi-cell unit shall be clearly identified as to cell type, voltage, and capacity. All cells in the battery shall be freshly formed and tested to verify of battery system capacity. Provide a copy of factory test results with battery shipment.

3. BATTERY RACK: The Contractor shall provide a rack for the Communications Battery System. The rack shall be designed for a minimum seismic rating of IEEE 693 Medium. Racks shall be a modular welded steel assembly with an acid resistant paint or coating. Location of site is (43°27'27.0"N, -108°11'38.9"W). The overall length of the rack shall not exceed 12 feet, 2 inches.

The Contractor is allowed to purchase a prefabricated rack design to fit this battery system or to have the rack fabricated to meet the requirements. If the rack is prefabricated the Contractor will provide product information and warranty. If the rack is fabricated the Contractor shall provide shop drawings for approval and warranty.

a. Rack design shall allow for shortening of the horizontal battery supports if full length of rack is not required for the number of cells supplied. This is to ensure there is no more than 12” of unused horizontal rack space.

b. Rack depth shall not exceed 1’, 10” overall.

c. Rack overall height shall not exceed 5’-4”.

d. Rack shall have horizontal stabilizer brackets not to exceed 10’ in length and shall extend from each end of the rack on both the front and back of the rack assembly.

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e. Rack shall include detailed assembly and installation instructions.

f. Rack shall allow a minimum of 10” of vertical clearance between the top of the lower battery terminal and the lowest member or the upper rack support.

g. Rack shall allow for horizontal installation of lower battery jars after the rack has been assembled and without interference from the 4” spill containment.

h. Rack assembly and spill containment shall not exceed 12’-4” in overall depth.

4. PREFORMED LINER STYLE SPILL CONTAINMENT SYSTEM: Provide a UL listed, liner type, steel barrier spill containment system for the supplied battery and rack.

The liner shall be a UL recognized, corrosion resistant, pre-formed, 80 mil thickness, Class 1 fire rating per NFPA 101. The barrier shall be approximately 4 inches high and extend no more than 1 inch beyond the rack (using rack outside dimensions) in all directions.

a. The supplier shall provide adequate amounts of coating/sealing material to coat battery rack legs, bracing and liner penetrations as required after installation.

b. The supplier shall provide adequate amounts of absorbent mats (a.k.a., pillows and/or socks) for the interior of the spill containment area, plus 10 percent spares. Each 12” x 12” mat/pad/pillow will absorb at least 2 quarts of electrolyte and neutralize at least 2 quarts of battery electrolyte (1.215 specific gravity) and change color when exposed to electrolyte.

c. Spill containment perimeter barriers shall be modular in design to allow for minor adjustments during installation. Use Enviroguard “Eagle” spill containment system w/ 80 mil option (or approved substitute).

WALL EXHAUST FAN

a. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide wall mounted exhaust fan to vent hydrogen gas.

b. EQUIPMENT: The Contractor shall provide wall mounted exhaust fan similar to Greenheck, Model No. CWB-099-HP-VG/4, transformers, actuators, and any accessories required for a complete and proper installation (or approved substitute). All components shall be explosion proof.

c. INSTALLATION: Mount exhaust fan, EF-1, the backdraft damper, and speed controller as shown on the Project Drawings and in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Seal all penetrations in exterior wall with sealant per Standard Section 07 91 00 Caulking and Sealants.

HYDROGEN GAS SENSOR

a. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide a hydrogen gas sensor.

b. EQUIPMENT: The Contractor shall provide a hydrogen gas sensor, HS-1, use Macurco, Model No. GD-6, transformers, actuators, and any accessories required for a complete and proper installation (or approved substitute). All components shall be explosion proof.

c. INSTALLATION: Mount Hydrogen Sensor, HS-1, as shown on the Project Drawings and in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions.

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d. ACTIVATION:

1. Hydrogen Sensor: Hydrogen sensor, HS-1, shall have a fan relay actuation at 10% LEL and an alarm relay actuation at 20% LEL.

2. Exhaust Fan and Backdraft Damper: Exhaust fan, EF-1, and the backdraft damper shall operate when HS-1 sends the fan relay actuation at 10% LEL.

3. Alarm Strobe: The alarm strobe shall activate when HS-1 sends the alarm relay function at 20% LEL.

CONTROL DAMPER:

a. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide wall mounted control damper to provide makeup air for hydrogen gas venting.

b. EQUIPMENT: The Contractor shall provide wall mounted control damper similar to Greenheck, Model No. VCD-23, transformers, actuators, and any accessories required for a complete and proper installation (or approved substitute). All components shall be explosion proof.

c. INSTALLATION: Mount Control Damper, CD-1, as shown on the Project Drawings and in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instructions. Seal all penetrations in interior wall with sealant per Standard Section 07 91 00 Caulking and Sealants.

DIVISION 12 - PAINT

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1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, and equipment to construct and complete the work as indicated on the Project Drawings, as specified herein, and as required for a complete and proper installation.

2. PAYMENT: The Contractor shall include all costs associated with the work in this Division in the correlating bid item listed in the Bidding Schedule.

B. BIDDING SCHEDULE ITEM “PAINTING”

1. PAINTING:

a. GENERAL: Provide materials and equipment to apply primer, paint, and coating in accordance with this section. Methods of preparing and applying paint or coating not included herein shall be in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

b. DELIVERY, STORAGE: Deliver paint materials in sealed labeled containers, with manufacturer’s name, type of paint, brand name, color designation, date of manufacturing, and instructions for mixing and reducing. Store paint materials as recommended by the manufacturer.

c. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Provide ventilation, lighting, and necessary safety equipment for protecting workmen during painting operation.

d. PROTECTION: Protect name plates, cover plates, and other surfaces from paint and damage. Repair damage as a result of inadequate or unsuitable protection. Furnish drop cloths, shields, or protective equipment to prevent spraying or droppings from fouling surfaces not being painted including surfaces within storage and preparation area.

e. MANUFACTURERS: Manufacturers listed below are regarded as establishing a standard of quality:

1. PPG Industries Incorporated, One PPG Place, Pittsburg, PA 15272.

2. Sherwin-Williams Company, 101 Prospect Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115.

3. Tnemec Company Inc., P.O. Box 1749, Kansas City, MO 64141-1749.

f. EXTERIOR APPEARANCE: All exterior surfaces, except as noted below, shall be painted in accordance with Forest Service requirements. Finish color shall be Federal Specification 200059 or Sherwin-Williams SW 6069 French Roast, unless otherwise previously approved by the Forest Service and Western. Submit a color sample for each exterior surface item to be painted and/or manufacturer supplied item with finish coating in accordance with these Specifications.

g. EXCLUSIONS: The following items are not required to be painted per the above requirements:

1. Exposed Aggregate Facade: Precast panel exposed aggregate facade shall be chemically stained by manufacturer.

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2. Galvanized Steel: The following galvanized surfaces shall be acid etch finished to provide a matte or dull finish:

a. Roof flashing

b. Snorkels

c. Entry Platforms

d. Embedded Channels

2. SURFACE PREPARATION FOR PAINTING:

a. GENERAL: Surface preparation shall be in accordance with the manufacturer’s installation instruction and as given below.

b. GYPSUM BOARD: Repair damaged surfaces in accordance with the “Gypsum

Wallboard System” section. Prior to sealing and painting, clean surfaces of dust and other foreign material.

c. METAL SURFACES (DOORS AND FRAMES): Surface preparation shall be in accordance with Standard 12, Section 12.1.2, “Surface Preparation”. Clean and touch up primer coat on hollow metal doors and frames prior to painting.

3. PAINT SYSTEMS:

a. GENERAL: Selected paint system for any particular item…