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This file is the Fairchild Air Force Base 2025 Base Design Guide (BDG), a comprehensive specification document for construction and renovation projects at Fairchild Air Force Base in Washington State. The 181-page document provides detailed technical specifications and guidelines for contractors, covering multiple divisions of construction including general requirements, existing conditions, thermal and moisture protection, openings, finishes, and mechanical systems.
The Base Design Guide establishes standardized requirements for various aspects of construction, including materials, installation procedures, quality control, environmental procedures, temporary facilities, product requirements, and closeout processes. It includes specific technical specifications for items such as metal roof panels, door hardware, carpet, and HVAC instrumentation and control systems. The document is designed to ensure consistency, quality, and compliance with federal, state, and local regulations across construction projects at the base, and provides contractors with comprehensive instructions for design, installation, and project management.
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BASE DESIGN GUIDE
(BDG)
11 MAR 2025
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Attachment 2 - 2025 Base Design Guide Specifications
INTRODUCTION
The Fairchild AFB Base Design Standards shall be used as a supplemental directive to provide detailed information to Architect-Engineer (A-E) firms/Design-Build contracts and other designers performing design services for Fairchild AFB, either through direct contract or via the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers. It is not intended to replace Air Force Instructions (AFIs), Fairchild Air Force Base Instructions (FAFBIs), Unified Facilities Criteria (UFCs), Engineering Technical Letters (ETLs), Military Handbooks (MIL- HDBKs), Construction Technical Letters (CTLs), Civil Engineering Technical Support Office (CETSO) letters, Air Mobility Command (AMC) Commander’s Guides, and other design directives established by the Air Force.
The BDG is developed in two sections, BDG Specifications and BDG Data Sheets.
All designs shall be in strict accordance with the most current local, state, and federal codes.
Specific projects may require deviations from these standards, but such deviations will require approval from the 92d Civil Engineer Squadron, Engineering Flight (92 CES/CENM). Note:
When deviations or conflicts in requirements identified within the specifications and drawings provided as part of the construction contract/task order and those requirements addressed in the Base Design Standard occur, the specifications and drawings take precedent. Any inconsistencies or differences in requirements as indicated in the specifications and drawings shall be resolved in accordance with FAR 52.236-21 (Specifications and Drawings for Construction).
This Edition of the Fairchild AFB Base Design Standards supersedes the 30 April 2022 Edition.
Submit corrections to 92d Civil Engineer Squadron, Engineering Flight (92 CES/CENM).
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REFERENCES
The following publications are referenced in this Base Design Guide. The designer shall use the current version at the time of their contract award unless noted otherwise.
This list is not intended to be a complete list of references the contractor shall follow.
Military References 92d Civil Engineer Squadron (these documents must be obtained from 92 CES)
• Installation Facility Standards
• Asbestos Management Program
• Base General Plan
• Cultural/Environmental Resource
• Inventory Force Protection
• Program Plan Landscape
• Master Plan Brief
• Lead Exposure & Lead-based Paint Management Plan
• Pollution Prevention Management Action Plan
• Resource Management Plan
• Stormwater Management Plan
• Stormwater Management Procedures Manual
• Urban Tree Plan
• FAFBI 32-015, Design and Construction Standards (User Groups)
• FAFBI 32-1001, Preparing Base Civil Engineer Work Clearance Request (FAFB Form 103)
92 Communications Squadron (these documents must be obtained from 92 CS)
Supplement to UFC 3-580-01
Air Force Manual (AFMAN) http://www.e-publishing.af.mil AFMAN 32-1084, Facility Requirements
Air Force Instruction (AFI), http://www.e-publishing.af.mil
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Air Force Civil Engineer Center - https://www.afcec.af.mil/ Engineering Technical Letters – http://www.wbdg.org Air Force Life Cycle Management Center https://www.aflcmc.af.mil/
ESE-SIT-0001, Siting Criteria for Intrusion Detection Systems - Standardized Electronic Security Equipment Siting and Design Guidance for Permanent Installations
Force Protection Systems Test - Siting Criteria-004, Security Sensor-Compatible Fence Requirements (ESE-SIT-0001 is a FOUO Publication) (Current Version)
CAD-BIM Technology Center
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Attachment 2 - 2025 Base Design Guide Specifications http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/ https://www.afcec.af.mil/ http://www.wbdg.org/ https://www.aflcmc.af.mil/ https://cadbim.usace.army.mil ERDC/ITL TR-12 01 - 6, A/E/C CADD Standards, Release 6.1 A/E/C CADD Graphics Standards, Release 2.2 Spatial Data Standard for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE) Release 4.0.3.3
Department of Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Manual https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and-Occupational-Health/Safety-and-Health- Requirements-Manual/ EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements
Department of Defense, Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) https://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod
Non-Military References American Concrete Institute (ACI) https://www.concrete.org/
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), https://www.steel.org/ S100-16 Cold-Formed Steel Design Manual
Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI), https://awinet.org/standards/ (Current Versions)
ASTM International, http://www.astm.org (Current Versions)
Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) https://carpet-rug.org/ CRI 104 Standard for Installation of Commercial Carpet
Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) https://www.govinfo.gov/
Federal Geographic Data Committee http://www.fgdc.gov Publication FGDC-STD-001 Content Standards for Digital Geospatial Metadata (CSDGM), FM Approvals https://www.fmapprovals.com/approval-guide Approval Guide
Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IESNA) http://www.ies.org HB-9, IESNA Lighting Handbook (Current Version)
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE), http://www.ieee.org C2, National Electrical Safety Code®, latest edition https://cadbim.usace.army.mil/ https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and-Occupational-Health/Safety-and-Health-Requirements-Manual/ https://www.usace.army.mil/Missions/Safety-and-Occupational-Health/Safety-and-Health-Requirements-Manual/ https://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod https://www.concrete.org/ https://www.steel.org/ https://awinet.org/standards/ http://www.astm.org/ https://carpet-rug.org/ https://www.govinfo.gov/ http://www.fgdc.gov/ https://www.fmapprovals.com/approval-guide http://www.ies.org/
Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA), http://www.icea.net ANSI/ICEA S-80-576, Category 1 & 2 Individually Unshielded Twisted Pair Indoor Cables for Use in Communications Wiring Systems (Latest Edition)
International Code Conference (ICC), http://www.iccsafe.org International Building Code®, Latest edition adapted by Washington State.
National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) International, http://www.nace.org Corrosion Specialist Certification (Current Version)
Cathodic Protection Specialist Certification (Current Version)
National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), http://www.necanet.org NECA 1, Good Workmanship in Electrical Contracting, (Current Version)
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), http://www.nfpa.org All applicable National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Standards (Latest Edition)
New York City Department of Health & Mental Hygiene, http://www.nyc.gov Guidelines on Assessment and Remediation of Fungi in Indoor Environments (Latest Edition)
Spokane County, http://www.spokanecounty.org Spokane Regional Stormwater Manual (Latest Edition) Spokane County Air Pollution Control Authority, www.spokanecleanair.org Regulation I (Latest Edition) Spokane County Regional Health District, www.srhd.org
Solid Waste Handling Standards (Latest Edition)
Structural Engineers Association of Washington, http://www.seaw.org
Snow Load Analysis for Washington, Latest Edition) Underwriters Laboratories, http://www.ul.com (Current Listings)
UL 580, Standard for Tests for Uplift Resistance of Roof Assemblies UL 2034, Single and Multiple Station Carbon Monoxide Alarms
United States Code, http://www.gpo.gov/fdsys/browse/collectionUScode.action?collectionCode=USCODE (Latest Editions)
Architectural Barriers Act (applies to all federal buildings and installations) Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act Farm Security and Rural Investment Act Federal Insecticide, Fungicide and Rodenticide Act National Historical Preservation Act Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Toxic Substances Control Act
Washington State Administrative Code (WAC) Washington Administrative Code, http://apps.leg.wa.gov/wac (Current Versions) WAC 51-11C (Washington State Energy Code) (Current Version) Washington State Department of Health – Division of Environmental Health – Office of Drinking Water, https://fortress.wa.gov/doh/odwpubs/Publications/
END OF REFERENCES
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Fairchild AFB Base Design Guide
Description Pages
Introduction References
Division 01 – General Requirements Section 011100 – Summary Of Work Fairchild Specification Section 012513 – Product Substitution Procedures Fairchild Specification Section 013100 – Project Management and Coordination Fairchild Specification Section 013300 – Submittal Procedures Fairchild Specification Section 013520 – Safety Requirements Fairchild Specification Section 013543 – Environmental Procedures Fairchild Specification Section 014510 – Quality Requirements Fairchild Specification Section 015000 – Temporary Facilities and Controls Fairchild Specification Section 016000 – Product Requirements Fairchild Specification Section 017329 – Cutting and Patching Fairchild Specification Section 017700 – Closeout Procedures Fairchild Specification Section 017720 – Equipment-In-Place List Fairchild Specification Equipment-In-Place List Section 017823 – Operation and Maintenance Data Fairchild Specification Section 017836 – Warranties Fairchild Specification Section 017839 – Project Record Documents Fairchild Specification
Division 02 – Existing Conditions Section 028200 – Asbestos Remediation Fairchild Specification
Division 07 – Thermal and Moisture Protection Section 074113 – Metal Roof Panels Fairchild Specification
Division 08 – Openings Section 087100 – Door Hardware Specification Guideline
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Division 09 – Finishes Section 096800 – Carpet Fairchild Specification
Division 23 – Heating, Ventilating, and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) Section 230900 – Instrumentation And Control For HVAC Specification
END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS
DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
SECTION 011100 – SUMMARY OF WORK
FAIRCHILD BASE DESIGN GUIDE
NOTE: Incorporate, in whole, the information in this base design guide, developed by the 92d Civil Engineer Squadron Engineering Flight, to develop
UFGS specifications for this section.
Brackets are used in the text to indicate designer choices or locations where text must be supplied by the designer.
SECTION 011100 – SUMMARY OF WORK
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
B. All referenced specifications, standards and publications form a part of the specification to the extent required by the references thereto. Reference by basic designation automatically includes reference to the current (at bid opening) amendments, addenda and errata to the basic publication.
C. Construction projects are broken out by Phases and usually are: Phase I – Material Gathering, Submittals and Design, Phase II – Physical Work and Phase III – Close-out.
However, on occasion the Phases may be combined. Sections within the BDS provide for the specific requirements to be met by the contractor for each phase. Refer to contract task order award documents, which provide for the schedule duration for each of the Phases and daily rate for the assessment of liquidated damages if the phase schedules are not met on time.
1.02 PROJECT DESCRIPTION
A. The Project consists of, but is not limited to, [insert summary of project]
B. The Work includes, but is not limited to, [insert description of work]
C. The site of the work for this Project is [insert location]. The [insert Site description] is an approximately [insert size of area] area located [insert location].
D. All work shall be done in accordance with this Base Design Guide, UFGS specifications, Unified Facilities Criteria, project drawings and provisions of this contract.
E. All work is to be performed while the building remains occupied (unless the building is specified to be vacant). Scheduling, as described within these documents, shall be achieved to accommodate this occupation. For airfield work, special conditions apply; contact 92 CES/CEN for these requirements. See also Section 013520 – General Safety Requirements, Para 1.04 – Airfield Safety.
1.03 BRAND NAME REFERENCES
A. General Provisions include by reference the “Material and Workmanship” clause. This clause states “references in the specifications to equipment, material, articles, or patented processes by trade name, make, or catalog number, shall be regarded as establishing a standard of quality and shall not be construed as limiting competition. The Contractor may, at its option, use any equipment, material, article, or process that, in the judgment of the Contracting Officer, is equal to that named in the specifications, unless otherwise specifically provided in
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this contract. This statement shall apply to all references made in these specifications to equipment, material, articles, or process.
1.04 REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES
A. Perform all work in strict accordance with all current Federal, State, and local codes and regulations to include, but not limited to, UFC 1-200-01, DoD Building Code.
1.05 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES
A. General: Limit use of the premises to construction activities in the project site
B. Protection of Government Property: Contractor shall protect all Government property within the buildings in which he is working, except for such property as is required to be demolished.
Property, which is to be demolished, shall be protected until its scheduled demolition time.
Protection shall include, but not be limited to, protection from construction-generated dust, debris, water, and vibration.
C. Confine operations to areas indicated for construction. Portions of the building and/or airfield beyond these areas are not to be disturbed. Keep all areas clean at all times.
D. The Contractor shall be aware of other ongoing projects that may affect this work. The Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer to ensure that their work does not interfere or is affected by the work of others.
1.06 NOTIFICATION
A. The Contractor shall provide written notification to the Contracting Officer. This notification shall be a minimum of 7 days prior to the commencement of construction. Contractor notification shall include:
1. Street and unit number, building number, and/or location on airfield.
2. Demolition and construction designation
3. Construction commencement date
4. Work hours, expected noise, and vibration levels.
5. Utility interruptions, date and hours of interruptions
6. Construction completion date
7. Contractor’s representative’s name and phone number to contact for coordination issues.
8. Base CE Construction Manager’s name and phone number to contact for problems that cannot be resolved with the Contractor.
1.07 QUALIFICATIONS OF WORKERS
A. The Contractor shall hire personnel qualified for the work which they are to perform. Such personnel shall possess the required training and/or license as would normally be required by industry standard. This shall include, but not be limited to, licensed electricians and plumbers.
B. The Contractor shall not employ any person who is an employee of the United States Government, either military or civilian, unless such person seeks and receives approval in accordance with AFI series 36 for civilians and DoD 5500-5 for military.
1.08 DESIGNATION OF TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE
A. The Base Civil Engineer or his authorized representative is designated as the technical representative of the Contracting Officer for the purpose of technical surveillance of workmanship and inspection of materials for work being performed under this contract. This provision in no way authorizes anyone other than the Contracting Officer to commit the Government to changes in terms of the contract.
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1.09 REQUIRED PERMITS
A. Work Clearance Permits
1. The Contractor, in coordination with the Government Contracting Officer or their representative, shall obtain an approved FAFB Form 103, Base Civil Engineering Work Clearance Request, prior to beginning construction.
2. The request for a Work Clearance Permit shall be submitted by the Contractor at least two weeks (14 days) prior to beginning physical construction. The Government will require a minimum of ten (10) workdays for processing the FAFB Form 103, therefore, the Contractor shall schedule this submittal accordingly.
3. The submittal shall be made only after the Contractor has clearly marked the limits of all proposed excavations. Marking shall be in accordance with the American Public Works Association Uniform Color Code as adopted by the Washington State Utilities Coordinating Council (see http://www.washington-ucc.org/index.html).
4. Upon receipt of the Base Civil Engineering Work Clearance Request, the Government will complete the remainder of the form. The Government will locate and mark underground utilities within the limits of the proposed excavations (all Government locates shall be assumed to be accurate within +/- 24 inches of the actual utility, see http://www.wucc.org/tolerance.html for tolerance/hand dig zone). Note that in some instances the locating agency will provide a phone number for the Contractor to call to schedule specific locates.
5. Once the Government marks existing utilities, the Contractor is responsible for maintaining the marks. The Contractor will be charged a fee if existing utilities must be remarked because the Contractor failed to maintain Government markings.
1.10 BASE REGULATIONS AND RESTRICTIONS
A. Conform to all Base Regulations and directives pertaining to security, safety, traffic, fire and personnel clearances insofar as they pertain to the Contractor’s activities on Fairchild Air Force Base. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing and placing all barricades, lighting, and safety devices, if required by the Contracting Officer, during any of his activities.
Barricades shall be in accordance with Section 015000, Temporary Facilities and Controls.
B. During all operations within the restricted area of the airfield, the Contractor must have an escort. One escort shall be required for every twenty-five (25) employees of the Contractor, and each separated work operation shall require an escort. Escorts shall be provided by the Government. If access is required to the airfield Controlled Area, employees will be escorted or be on an entry authority list (EAL) signed by the 92 OSS/CC. If an escort is unavailable for CMA access the contractor and sub-contractors will be trained and licensed by Airfield Management to drive in the CMA.
C. Force Protection Condition (FPCON) Restrictions: Access to Base may be restricted dependent upon the established ‘FPCON’ level at any time during the execution of the TO.
Contractor shall be issued badge or pass allowing unrestricted access to the Base throughout FPCON levels ‘A’ and ‘B’. Increased FPCON levels approaching ‘C’ and/or ‘D’ shall be more restrictive, requiring further confirmation of current security requirements as provided by CO.
The CO or his technical representative will notify the contractor if changes in real world FPCON conditions or severe weather occur. (Note: Restrictions are based on real world FPCON levels. Exercise FPCON levels are not applicable to any restrictions on contract activities, unless previously coordinated otherwise.) Contractor shall also comply with real world conditions as the situation warrants, for example active shooter. The contractor shall also address, coordinate and comply with all weather issues. During such issues, the contractor shall be responsible for safety and security of his job sites(s). The Government shall endeavor to notify the contractor of weather issues as they become informed.
1.11 PHASING
A. The Contractor (in coordination with the Airfield Manager) shall phase the construction in such a way that limits interruption to airfield operations and shall take into account other planned/ongoing projects. Phasing shall be submitted and approved prior to start of physical work.
B. The order of phases will depend on the construction status of other projects that may also be under construction.
1.12 ACCESS AND HAUL ROUTES AND STAGING AREA
A. Use only the approved routes to and from storage, work and disposal areas. Approved routes within the airfield shall be discussed/ approved by the Airfield Manager and Security Forces Physical Security POC. Confine all operations and maintenance of tools and equipment, parking of vehicles and storage of items to areas designated on the drawings.
Stock piling of materials or placement of work trailers is not allowed on the airfield, unless pre-coordinated with the Airfield Manager prior to the start of the project. [The Designer is to ensure that the proper haul route and storage areas are clearly indicated on the Project Drawings.]
B. Contractor shall provide sufficient signage at storage/staging areas indicating the project name along with name and phone number of prime contractor and office performing Quality Assurance.
1.13 ACCIDENT PREVENTION
A. Comply with all pertinent provisions of the Department of Army, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers EM 385-1-1, Safety and Health Requirements.
B. Furnish, post, maintain and remove guardrails, barricades and construction warning signs in sufficient number and at appropriate locations to protect and safeguard base personnel, property and operations during construction.
1.14 SAFETY
A. Prior to the start of construction, the Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer and the Airfield Manager, (509) 247-5481, to delineate the area of work. Work on or around taxiways or taxilanes shall be coordinated before the work begins. Work near taxiways/taxilanes if approved, shall remain 200 feet from the centerline of each. Work near or on taxiways/taxilanes shall be coordinated during construction meetings prior to the start of work. Work on or around the runway shall be coordinated before the work begins. Work near the runway shall remain at least 100 feet from the edge of the runway from Taxiway Charlie to Taxiway Golf/Hotel. Work near the runway between Taxiway Alpha and Charlie shall remain at least 400 feet from the runway to protect the CAT II ILS Critical Area. All equipment used on or near the runway shall be manned and operational at all times. No vehicles or equipment shall be left on or near the runway at any time. Any work inside the aforementioned areas will need CMA access, to include two-way radio communication with Tower. Work performed in these areas require written permission to the Contracting Officer five (5) working days in advance. The Contracting Officer will coordinate with the Airfield Manager to obtain approval to extend the area of work.
B. The Contractor shall be responsible for safety precautions and for providing such safety devices as required for the safety of his personnel. Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) Standards shall be followed. A site-specific Safety and Health Plan shall be included in the Contractor’s submittals.
C. Prior to every entrance onto the airfield, Contractor personnel shall inspect their vehicles (specifically the undercarriage and all tires) and equipment for foreign or loose objects and debris, which may fall off the vehicle causing accidental damage to aircraft or possible injury to flight or ground personnel.
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D. All vehicles, while operating within the airfield area, shall be identified by the Contractor Company name plates or by other means subject to approval of the Contracting Officer.
Orange and white checkered flags are required for all vehicles working on the airfield.
Approval to leave vehicles/equipment on the Airfield will be approved on a case-by-case basis. No vehicles/equipment shall be left in the project area without the Airfield Managers approval. Vehicles/equipment left in the project area shall require flashing beacons when left overnight.
E. Remove all equipment and objectionable matter from the work site upon completion of each day’s work and have the work area in a safe, clean and orderly manner to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer or an authorized representative. During work hours immediately remove any dirt, debris or foreign matter that are deposited on operational pavement, or areas adjacent to active taxiways/runways. No stock piling of materials on the airfield, unless pre-approved by the Airfield Manger.
F. No smoking shall be permitted on the airfield. Smoking is only permitted in designated smoking areas. Flame or spark producing equipment must be approved by fire department prior to use.
G. Immediately remove any dirt, debris and foreign matter that are deposited on pavement and areas adjacent to active taxiways and runways, as a result of the work or when directed by the Project Manager.
H. Fully cooperate with operations and security personnel.
I. Give right-of-way to aircraft at all times and maintain a minimum of 100 feet clearance from wingtip of aircraft and 200 feet clearance from all rotary aircraft.
J. Fire trucks and emergency equipment will have ingress and egress to all areas at all times with and unobstructed width of not less than 20 feet.
1.15 TRAFFIC CONTROL
A. Accident Prevention: For the protection of Government personnel and property, the Contractor shall comply with the following minimum safety requirements while performing work under this contract. These requirements are additional to and do not replace the standards promulgated by the Department of Labor under OSHA Standards. The most stringent of these shall apply.
B. All vehicle/equipment operators, before driving on the airfield, will be given airfield driving instructions by the Airfield Manager or designated representative prior to starting work.
Contact Airfield Management 247-9553/5202 to set up an appointment.
C. Careful attention and strict adherence to these precautions will prevent accidental damage to aircraft and possible injury to both flight and ground personnel.
1.16 INTERRUPTION OF UTILITY SERVICES
A. The Government shall not be held responsible for interruptions of utility service and shall not be liable for Contractor delays, damages, or increased costs occasioned by any such interruption of service.
1.17 UTILITY OUTAGES
A. All outages shall be coordinated with the using agency through the Contracting Officer or his representative and the Base Fire Department. Written notice shall be provided by the Contractor to the Contracting Officer not less than two (2) weeks prior to the required outage whenever areas outside the project limits are affected by the outage. One (1) week prior notice is required if only the subject facility within the project limits is affected by the outage.
All work shall be coordinated and arranged to ensure that the outage shall be of minimal duration. In the event a scheduled outage is canceled by the Government, notification will be given to the Contractor at least 24 hours in advance of the time for the outage to start and the Contractor shall reschedule outage for the soonest possible, mutually agreeable, time. Once
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an outage is arranged and work begun, work must go on until utilities are restored to the affected line(s) and/or facility.
1.18 RECORD DRAWINGS
A. Additional record drawings showing existing underground utilities may be made available by the Government. The Contractor shall avail himself of the drawings. Any utility line shown on the contract or record drawings or made known to the Contractor and damaged during construction work shall be repaired immediately by the Contractor at no cost to the Government.
1.19 WORK SCHEDULE
A. Working hours for the Contractor shall be between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:30 pm excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal holidays. If the Contractor desires to work during periods other than above, additional Government inspection forces may be required. The Contractor must notify the Contracting Officer three working days in advance of his intention to work during other periods to allow assignment of additional inspection forces when the Contracting Officer determines they are reasonably available. If such force is reasonably available, the Contracting Officer may authorize the Contractor to perform work during periods other than normal hours/days. However, if inspectors are required to perform in excess of their normal hours/days solely for the benefit of the Contractor, the actual cost of inspection at overtime rates will be charged to the Contractor. These adjustments to the contract price may be made periodically as directed by the Contracting Officer. The contracting officer will notify 92 SFS/S3 three working days prior to the work hour/day change to accommodate installation gate access.
B. Projects requiring work on the airfield may require the Contractor to perform the work at times other than those listed above. Notify the Airfield Manager immediately of any work approved outside the work hours identified in the Pre-Construction meeting.
1.20 SMOKING IN AIR FORCE FACILITIES
A. Contractors are advised that the Commander has placed restrictions on the smoking of tobacco products in Air Force facilities. Contractor employees and visitors are subject to the same restrictions as are government personnel. Smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas.
1.21 AVAILABILITY OF UTILITY SERVICES
A. Notwithstanding the provisions of Contract Clause, “Availability and Use of Utility Services,” the Government will provide utilities (water, gas, and electricity) for project work areas during the performance period of this contract if available. At project work areas where no utilities are available, the Contractor shall furnish his own utility services. No utilities will be provided by the Government at the Contractor open storage area.
1.22 WATER SUPPLY
A. When required, the Contractor will be furnished a water supply from a fire hydrant selected by the Contracting Officer with written coordination of the Base Fire Department. Exceptions will be in the case of a significant drop in water pressure on the system degrading the protection of facilities and lives. The Contractor shall install his own approved backflow prevention device (see 331-137, Backflow Prevention Assemblies Approved for Installation in Washington State for listing of approved devices) and gate valve on the fire hydrant.
Government personnel will turn on the hydrant valve, leaving it on for the Contractor’s operation through his gate valve. Only Government personnel will operate the fire hydrant valve. If the Contractor attempts to operate the hydrant valve, he shall be liable for all damages to the fire hydrant casing, valve stem, or lug.
1.23 SEVERE WEATHER WARNING
A. In the event of a severe weather warning, the Contractor shall take immediate action to tie down, remove, protect, or secure his materials and equipment to the satisfaction of the Air Force Inspector in order to reasonably assure that Government Property will not be damaged. If the Contractor fails or refuses to secure materials and equipment to the satisfaction of the Air Force inspector, the work will be accomplished by Air Force personnel and the cost thereof charged to the Contractor.
1.24 AREA CLEAN-UP
A. The Contractor shall, at all times, keep the construction area, including storage areas used by the Contractor, free from accumulation of waste materials and rubbish. Prior to completion of work each day, remove from the construction site all waste materials and rubbish.
B. All mud, dirt, debris, foreign objects or spills of any kind from the Contractor’s operations (including subcontractors and suppliers) on streets, hard surfaces, and parking lots used as access to the work or staging areas shall be cleaned off the same day.
C. Upon completion of the construction, the Contractor shall leave the work premises in a clean and neat condition satisfactory to the Contracting Officer. This shall be the required condition at the time of acceptance of all work under this contract.
1.25 CONSTRUCTION SITE MAINTENANCE
A. All supplies and equipment on the project site shall be stored so as to preclude mechanical and climatic damage. The site shall be maintained in a neat and orderly manner. Visual screening shall be required for outside construction sites to maintain a neat appearance. The job site/facility must also be protected to preclude mechanical and climatic damage.
1.26 Contractor shall have all grassed areas (or weeds) impacted by the A. project constraints, including the overall construction and associated storage sites or lay-down areas maintained. Maintenance will be conducted in such a manner that weeds will not be allowed to set or disperse seed. This includes providing supplemental irrigation if existing irrigation system is impacted by project and non-operational. Grass and lawn areas shall be mowed to a 3-inch height at least once a week during the growing season unless the grassed area is not visible to the public.
Trim the grass around fences at time of grass cutting. Grass or weeds on stockpiled earth (as required by specific TO) shall be maintained as described above. Trim the grass around fences at time of grass cutting. Grass or weeds on stockpiled earth shall be maintained as described above. Trees and general landscape materials impacted shall be maintained in typical industry standard fashion and in accordance with acceptable practices.
1.27 REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
A. The Contractor shall be responsible for the replacement or repair of all existing finished surfaces, utilities, equipment, landscape and grounds, and structures or parts thereof that he damaged, removed, cut, or disturbed in the course of completing the work specified. The job site/facility must also be protected to preclude damage.
1.28 CONTRACTOR PARKING
A. Contractor vehicles and equipment shall be parked in a designated area. The Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining security for Contractor-owned equipment/vehicles as well as for materials stored by the Contractor. The Contractor shall not be permitted to park or run vehicles on grass areas. Any damage done to lawns or shrubs shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor.
1.29 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S AUTHORITY
A. No person other than a Contracting Officer will have authority to modify the terms of this agreement. The Contracting Officer is the only person authorized to approve changes in any of the requirements under this agreement and notwithstanding any provisions contained elsewhere in this agreement, the said authority remains solely with the Contracting Officer. In the event the Contractor effects any such change at the direction of any person other than the Contracting Officer, the change will be considered to have been made without authority and no adjustment will be made in the contract price to cover any increase in costs incurred as a result thereof.
1.30 SANITARY FACILITIES
A. Unless otherwise authorized to use existing facilities, the Contractor shall provide his own chemical sanitary toilets at the work site, separate from his field office. Chemical toilets must be serviced regularly and will be subject to Government inspection by the Base Medical Officer. All sanitary deficiencies shall be corrected within 24 hours of the inspection.
1.31 COORDINATION WITH GOVERNMENT ACTIVITIES
A. If it becomes necessary to interrupt work activities in buildings and/or areas for construction purposes, permission to do so must be requested in writing to the Contracting Officer fourteen (14) working days in advance. Written requests for street closings shall be submitted for approval fourteen (14) working days prior to closing of the street. The Contracting Officer shall coordinate with the staff Civil Engineer. Any temporary construction for facilities used by the Contractor for preventing interruption of normal work activity or loss of utilities services shall be subject to approval of the staff Civil Engineer through the Contracting Officer.
1.32 APPROVAL TO USE RADIOACTIVE MATERIALS
At least 30 calendar days prior to bringing radioactive material (including LASERs) on Fairchild AFB (contained in monitoring/testing equipment, for example), submit to Bioenvironmental Engineering, 92 OMRS/SGXB, via the Contracting Officer, the dates and times the equipment will be on base. The 92 OMRS/SGXB can be contacted by telephone at
(509) 247-2391. A brief description of the proposed activities; a copy of a current NRC or Agreement State license (EXCEPTION: Contractors using generally licensed materials [e.g.
certain NITON Lead Paint Analyzers] and DOE or DOE prime contractors operating in accordance with 10 CFR 835 do not require an NRC license or NRC Form 241); the name, local address, and telephone number for the responsible local representative and the name, address, and telephone number of the RSO named on their license; a copy of the contract clause of the Air Force contract describing work to be performed at the installation and the inclusive dates of the work; and a written authorization in the contract that the installation RSO can conduct periodic assessments to ensure contractor personnel are complying with radiation safety practices to prevent exposures to Air Force personnel and avoid contamination of government property for Bioenvironmental Engineering approval before radioactive material is brought on base.
PART 2 PRODUCTS – NOT APPLICABLE
PART 3 EXECUTION – NOT APPLICABLE
END OF SECTION 011100
SECTION 012513 – PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES
FAIRCHILD GUIDE SPECIFICATION
Note: NOTE: Incorporate in whole the information in this guide specification, developed by the 92d Civil Engineer Squadron Engineering Flight, to develop UFGS specifications for this section.
Brackets are used in the text to indicate designer choices or locations where text must be supplied by the designer.
SECTION 012513 – PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES
PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.02 SUMMARY
A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for handling requests for substitutions made after award of the Contract.
B. The Contractor's Construction Schedule and the Schedule of Submittals are included under Section 013300, Submittal Procedures.
1.03 DEFINITIONS
A. Definitions used in this Article are not intended to change or modify the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents.
B. Substitutions: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction required by Contract Documents proposed by the Contractor after award of the Contract are considered requests for "substitutions." The following are not considered substitutions:
1. Substitutions requested by Bidders during the bidding period, and accepted prior to award of Contract, are considered as included in the Contract Documents and are not subject to requirements specified in this Section for substitutions.
2. Revisions to Contract Documents requested by the Government.
3. Specified options of products and construction methods included in Contract Documents.
4. The Contractor's determination of and compliance with governing regulations and orders issued by governing authorities.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Submit each request for substitution in accordance with Submittal procedures.
B. Identify the product, or the fabrication or installation method to be replaced in each request.
Include related Specification Section and Drawing numbers. Provide complete documentation showing compliance with the requirements for substitutions, and the following information, as appropriate:
1. Product Data, including Drawings and descriptions of products, fabrication and installation procedures.
2. Samples, where applicable or requested.
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3. A detailed comparison of significant qualities of the proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Significant qualities may include elements such as size, weight, durability, performance, and visual effect.
4. Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by the Government and separate Contractors that will become necessary to accommodate the proposed substitution.
5. A statement indicating the substitution's effect on the Contractor's Construction Schedule compared to the schedule without approval of the substitution.
6. Indicate the effect of the proposed substitution on overall Contract Time.
7. Cost information, including a proposal of the net change, if any in the Contract Sum.
C. Certification by the Contractor that the substitution proposed is equal-to or better in every significant respect to that required by the Contract Documents, and that it will perform adequately in the application indicated. Include the Contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of the failure of the substitution to perform adequately.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.01 SUBSTITUTIONS
A. Conditions: The Contractor's substitution request will be received and considered by the Government when one or more of the following conditions are satisfied, as determined by the Government; otherwise, requests will be returned without action except to record noncompliance with these requirements. Extensive revisions to Contract Documents are not required.
1. Proposed changes are in keeping with the general intent of Contract Documents.
2. The request is timely, fully documented and properly submitted.
3. The specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time. The request will not be considered if the product or method cannot be provided as a result of failure to pursue the Work promptly or coordinate activities properly.
4. The specified product or method of construction cannot receive necessary approval by a governing authority, and the requested substitution can be approved.
5. A substantial advantage is offered the Government, in terms of cost, time, energy conservation or other considerations of merit, after deducting offsetting responsibilities the Government may be required to bear.
6. The specified product or method of construction cannot be provided in a manner that is compatible with other materials, and where the Contractor certifies that the substitution will overcome the incompatibility.
7. The specified product or method of construction cannot be coordinated with other materials, and where the Contractor certifies that the proposed substitution can be coordinated.
8. The specified product or method of construction cannot provide a warranty required by the Contract Documents and where the Contractor certifies that the proposed substitution provide the required warranty.
9. The Contractor's submittal and Government's acceptance of Shop Drawings, Product Data or Samples that relate to construction activities not complying with the Contract Documents does not constitute an acceptable or valid request for substitution, nor does it constitute approval.
END OF SECTION 012513
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SECTION 013100 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND
COORDINATION FAIRCHILD GUIDE SPECIFICATION
Note: NOTE: Incorporate in whole the information in this guide specification, developed by the 92d Civil Engineer Squadron Engineering Flight, to develop UFGS specifications for this section.
SECTION 01 3100 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND
COORDINATION PART 1 GENERAL
1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.
1.02 SUMMARY
A. This Section includes administrative and supervisory requirements necessary for coordinating construction operations including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:
1. General project coordination procedures.
2. Conservation.
3. Coordination Drawings.
4. Administrative and supervisory personnel.
5. Cleaning and protection.
B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:
1. Refer to Section 013300, Submittal Procedures, for preparing and submitting the Contractor's Construction Schedule.
2. Refer to Section 016000, Product Requirements, for coordinating general installation.
3. Refer to Section 017700, Closeout Procedures, for coordinating contract closeout.
1.03 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.
1. Schedule construction operations in the sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.
2. Coordinate installation of different components to assure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.
3. Make provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.
4. The Contractor shall coordinate the proposed layout of the work with the Construction
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Manager (CM) and submit various site plans, field office requirements, dust control plans, and proposed storage areas in accordance with the project requirements associated with each Task Order.
5. Administrative Field Offices and Material Storage Trailers: The exterior need not comply with base standard colors. See FAFB BDG, Section 015000 – Temporary Facilities and Controls, Paragraph 2.02(F) for more guidance.
6. All Contractor trailers, stored materials, and idle equipment shall be located in the designated staging area associated with each TO. The staging area shall be kept clean and orderly. Tarps are to be used, as necessary, to secure loose materials. The CM via the CO is the sole judge as to what constitutes an acceptable staging area.
Dumpsters may be located outside the staging area, but must be sited as approved by the CM via the CO. Any movement of a dumpster to another area on the project site must be approved by the CM via the CO.
B. Where necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and attendance at meetings.
1. Prepare similar memoranda for the Government and separate contractors where coordination of their work is required.
C. Requests for Information (RFIs): The contractor shall submit all RFIs in writing on the form included in Appendix A. RFIs received in any other format or on any other form will be rejected by the Government. A separate form shall be submitted with each RFI.
D. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and assure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Preparation of schedules.
2. Installation and removal of temporary facilities.
3. Delivery and processing of submittals.
4. Progress meetings.
5. Project closeout activities.
E. Conservation: Coordinate construction operations to assure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials.
1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in performance of, but not actually incorporated in, the Work.
1.04 SUBMITTALS
A. Coordination Drawings
1. Coordination Drawings are a special type of Shop Drawing that show the relationship and integration of different construction elements that require careful coordination during fabrication or installation to fit in the space provided or function as intended.
Submit coordination drawings to the Contracting Officer’s for approval
a. Coordination drawings are required when limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.
b. Preparation of Coordination Drawings may include components previously shown in detail on Shop Drawings or Product Data.
c. Submit Coordination Drawings for integration of different construction elements.
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Show sequences and relationships of separate components to avoid conflicts in use of space.
d. Show the relationship of components shown on separate Shop Drawings.
e. Indicate required installation sequences.
B. Staff Names
1. Submit during Phase I submittal process and no later than 15 days prior to commencement of construction operations, a list of the Contractor's principal staff assignments, including the superintendent and other personnel in attendance at the Project Site. Identify individuals, their duties, and their telephone numbers.
a. Post copies of the list in the Project meeting room, the temporary field office, and each temporary telephone.
PART 2 PRODUCTS – NOT
APPLICABLE PART 3
EXECUTION
3.01 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS
A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which Work is to be performed. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.
B. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.
3.02 CLEANING AND PROTECTION
A. Clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials in place, during handling and installation. Apply protective covering where required to assure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.
B. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to assure operability without damaging effects.
C. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to assure…
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