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This document is a Construction & Security Specifications document for Military Recruiting Facilities, specifically for office and professional buildings. The lease covers detailed requirements for constructing and equipping military recruiting stations for multiple military services, including Army and Navy. Key specifications include:

Architectural and Technical Requirements:

  • Lessor must consult with the Corps of Engineers (COE) on facility standards
  • Detailed requirements for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, security, and communication systems
  • Specific branding standards for each military service
  • Mandatory compliance with U.S. Armed Forces Recruiting construction standards
  • Prohibited use of telecommunications and security equipment from certain Chinese manufacturers under 2019 N.D.A.A. law

Facility Specifications:

  • HVAC systems must maintain 70-76°F temperatures
  • Specific requirements for lighting, flooring, doors, windows, roller shades
  • Electrical outlets, communications wiring, and data ports with color-coded specifications
  • Security systems including video intercom entry control and CCTV
  • Detailed paint color schemes and tile patterns for different military service areas

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LEASE NO. DACA175260000800

CONSTRUCTION & SECURITY SPECIFICATIONS

Military Recruiting Facilities ~ Office / Professional Buildings

(CPP’s ~ APPENDIX “B”)

VERSION: FY 25.1

(Leased Premises Address)

(Date / Revised Date)

GENERAL STANDARDS (GS)

A. General Guidance:

Lessor will consult with the Corps of Engineers (COE) on the acceptability of existing conditions / finishes / standards within the proposed leased premises. These specifications will help identify deficiencies that do not comply with the U. S. Armed Forces Recruiting construction standards. The following construction specifications will be used unless local standards or the Lessor mandates a standard that is equal to or above the Government’s standards and is approved, in advance, by the Corps of Engineers (COE).

Each designated Military Service to be located at this recruiting facility will have their specific branding standards included in the following General Standards (GS), enclosures and attachments. Any significant departure from either the intent of these construction specifications or the approved Chief Architect floor plan will require prior written approval of the Corps of Engineers (COE); Representative / P.O.C.: William Felder, phone #: 904-232-1047, email: william.c.felder@usace.army.mil.

IMPORTANT: NOTHING IN THESE SPECIFICATIONS WILL PROHIBIT THE SUBSTITUTION,

WITH PRIOR APPROVAL OF THE COE, OF AN EQUIVALENT PRODUCT, SERVICE OR FINISH.

(TO INCLUDE ALL LICENSING, SOFTWARE, HARDWARE PARTS, COMPONENTS, ETC.

MEETING THE SPECIFIED REQUIREMENTS HEREIN). LESSOR / CONTRACTOR(S) TO

PROVIDE WRITTEN CERTIFICATION OF EQUIVALENCY TO COE REPRESENTATIVE PRIOR

TO APPROVAL / INSTALLATION.

REQUIRED BY LAW: For all supplied communication requirements and electronic security applications (see paragraph J below), the Lessor (and their contractors) are PROHIBITED (2019 N.D.A.A. law and any subsequent modifications) from providing to the Government any such equipment or services as a substantial or essential component, or as critical technology as part of any system. These PROHIBITED security / telecommunications products are from any of the following source entities, any subsidiary or affiliate of such source entities: 1) The People’s Republic of China; 2) Huawei Technologies Company; 3) ZTE Corporation; 4) Hytera Communications Corporation, Hangzhou Hikvision Digital Technology Company; 5) or Dahua Technology Company. Lessor (or contractors) must certify the equipment is not from any of these sources and provide written confirmation to the COE Representative prior to installation. Upon acceptance of the premises, the Lessor or Contractor must re-certify in writing what equipment has been installed, and that all components comply with the 2019 N.D.A.A. requirements.

1. Drawings, Plans and Permits: The Lessor is responsible for all permits (including low voltage), drawings, constructing, operating, maintaining, and obtaining a Certificate of Occupancy for the leased premises in accordance with the lease / solicitation requirements. Any changes on the build out of the leased premises should be addressed directly to the COE representative. The recruiters for the subject office are NOT authorized to change or modify anything related to the construction of the office.

The attached conceptual drawing / Chief Architect floor plan provided by the COE representative will be used for design, planning, and bid purposes.

a. Required Lessor deliverables for Architectural / Engineering (AE) drawings:

1. The Lessor is responsible for coordinating with the COE in the development of these plans.

2. Lessor’s AE drawings must be created and provided to COE representative prior to scheduling the pre-construction “kickoff” meeting.

3. COE representative to review and approve all Lessor provided AE drawings prior to starting construction activities or premises alterations. No construction shall start until the COE representative provides an official Notice to Proceed (NTP) for construction.

4. IMPORTANT: Conceptual drawings / floor plans and/or AE drawings in draft or final form shall NOT be posted online or provided to third parties for security reasons.

5. AE Drawing sets to include at a minimum (but not limited to) the following:

i. Architectural cover sheet, site, and parking plan with all measurements / details / abbreviations / symbols.

ii. Leased premises with all room dimensions to include square foot allocations, wall / door / window / structural columns, key notes, etc.

iii. Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) Engineering Drawings:

• Including low voltage communications / wiring / hardware / and controls.

• Aiphone, CCTV, roller shade controls and security system components.

iv. Interior design drawings for walls, ceilings, and floor finish plan with schedules.

v. Interior / Exterior elevations with graphics and signage details / schedules, etc.

vi. Interior / Exterior door and window hardware schedules and finish details, etc.

vii. IMPORTANT: Once finalized and approved by local municipalities, FINAL AE drawings shall be provided to the COE in the following electronic formats to serve as a basis to resolve any issues of variance which may arise:

• PDF file(s) in 11” x 17” page format.

• Electronic DWG file(s).

2. Codes and Standards: The leased premises must comply with all Federal, State and local construction standards, building codes and all other applicable laws. Any variance must have prior approval by the authority having jurisdiction. Where conflicts between standards arise, the build-out of the leased premises must comply with the most stringent requirements.

3. Only Energy Star labeled components and natural resource conserving / recyclable products shall be installed.

4. Number of Recruiters: For the purposes of determining the number of restrooms, keys, or desk-tenant stations (Video Intercom Entry Control – referenced hereafter as “EC”) per Military Service, the following number (#) of recruiters for each Military Service is provided:

Army 11; Navy 11.

5. General Notes:

a. These specifications do not preclude common sense considerations / solutions to any issues that may arise during the build-out of the leased premises. Any variation, deviation or departure from this specification must be approved in writing by the COE Representative listed above.

b. To minimize potential misunderstanding, on-site meetings between the Lessor, Contractor, and COE to be scheduled for pre-bid meetings (if necessary) & kick-off meetings prior to commencement of construction.

c. The contractor is required to notify the COE representative and Lessor at least five (5) working days prior to commencement of work on the site.

B. Mechanical:

1. Plumbing / electrical / HVAC and mechanical service lines / facilities, if located within the leased premises, shall be enclosed within wall cavities. Exposed ducts, piping, wiring, and/or conduit runs are not permitted in the offices or common areas of the leased premises. If there are Lessor / building mechanical rooms / space accessed from within the Government controlled leased premises, this enclosed space may NOT, under any circumstances, be considered part of the Government leased premises or co-used for any other purposes.

2. Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) - Lessor Required SHELL Components (subparagraphs a thru f):

a. HVAC systems shall be installed and operational, including, as appropriate, main and branch lines, VAV boxes, dampers, flex ducts, and diffusers, for an open office layout, including all building common areas.

The Lessor shall provide conditioned air through medium pressure duct work at a rate of .75 cubic feet per minute per square foot and systems shall be designed with sufficient systems capacity to meet all requirements in this Lease.

b. The HVAC system design shall conform to applicable temperature standards and operating practices (in accordance with ASHRAE Standard 62.1). HVAC system shall be balanced to accommodate the floor plan / AE drawing and operational needs of each Military Service. If not otherwise stipulated, the HVAC equipment shall be capable of maintaining a minimum temperature of 70 degrees Fahrenheit during the heating season and a maximum of 76 degrees Fahrenheit during the cooling season regardless of outside temperature. Areas that may be affected by solar radiation (either excessive heat gain or loss) shall be accounted for by the Lessor within the design of the HVAC system.

c. Ventilation to the leased premises shall be provided in the most energy efficient and cost-effective manner. It will meet or exceed all applicable building code standards and local ordinances. All filters (to be replaced), with supply / return vents to be cleaned and free of construction debris / dust.

d. Security Closets: Shall have its own supply and return vents installed for adequate ventilation (minimum of 10 air changes per hour) for appropriate air flow heat dispensation.

e. HVAC Filters: To be placed in ceiling return vents for easy access / replacement by janitorial service staff. Locations to be noted on the A/E drawings. Where practicable, the Lessor is encouraged to use a MERV 8 (or greater) air filter.

f. For energy efficiency requirements:

1. When required by the State of California (Title 24) – all 5 ton or greater HVAC units / systems to incorporate:

i. Air-to-Air exchanger / economizer (if not already present).

ii. A “residential” style HVAC system with zoning / dampers to heat or cool specific areas as needed. Avoiding ductless / split HVAC systems if possible.

iii. Smart thermostat in each individual Military Service’s office.

iv. Stand-alone HVAC system: **NO** connection to Government networks, internet, routers, or WiFi is allowed.

g. The HVAC system will be designed and provide temperature controlled thermostats in each individual

Military Service office. The contractor will coordinate with the COE on the determination of acceptable thermostat(s). A digital, 7-day programmable, code-protected thermostat shall be utilized. Thermostat’s to be mounted in each individual Military Service “open office” areas.

3. SYSTEMS COMMISSIONING: The Lessor shall incorporate commissioning requirements to verify that the installation and performance of energy consuming systems meet the Government’s requirements. These systems include, at a minimum, heating, ventilating, air conditioning (HVAC) systems and associated controls, lighting controls, and domestic hot water systems. In instances involving minimal improvements including system reconfiguration, recommissioning is required to ensure that the systems are operating properly.

a. The Lessor shall submit a written commissioning plan to the COE representative at least 60 days prior to

Space acceptance. The plan shall include:

1. A schedule of systems commissioning; and

2. A description of how commissioning requirements will be met and confirmed.

b. Results of the system commissioning plan will be provided to the COE representative immediately following the test of the systems.

c. Indoor Air Quality: HVAC flush-out shall commence after construction ends and the leased space has been completely cleaned. All interior finishes, such as millwork, doors, paint, carpet, and acoustic tiles must be installed, and major volatile organic compound (VOC) punch list items must be finished. Prior to occupancy, all supply / return vents to be cleaned and free of construction debris / dust. Lessor shall install new filtration media and perform a building flush-out by supplying outdoor air to flush out VOC’s.

C. Plumbing:

1. The Lessor shall verify the existing water supply meets all potable water standards. If deficient, the Lessor will be responsible for providing an acceptable alternate water supply. Note: Lessor shall verify with COE representative on the need for hot-potable water. The water heating system shall produce and maintain a hot water temperature of 105 degrees for restrooms and the janitorial mop service sink. All water heater systems must be secured from public view / access.

2. Restrooms & Janitorial Closets (if applicable): See paragraph G.8

3. Wet-Pantry: The wet-pantry shall contain the following fixtures:

a. Refrigerator with ice maker: appliances to be furnished / installed by Air Force or other appropriate Military Service.

b. Flexible water line to refrigerator icemaker with dedicated shutoff valve.

c. Stainless steel, commercial grade single bowl sink, with a high arc chrome faucet and separate sprayer.

Note: See paragraph G.9.g. for fixture specifications.

4. Drinking Fountain – Water Cooler: If a drinking fountain is unavailable on the floor of the Governments’ office an acceptable alternative will be determined by the Lessor and the COE. If required, the Lessor to install a stainless steel drinking fountain equal to Elkay EZ Series, EZS8WSSK, non-filtered electric water cooler, with an attached EZH20 bottle filling station. Location as shown on floor plan / AE drawing.

5. Plumbing Fixtures – Water Conservation:

a. For leases 10,000 RSF or greater, the specifications listed below apply to:

1. New installations of plumbing fixtures.

2. Replacement of existing plumbing fixtures.

3. Existing non-conforming fixtures where the Government occupies the full floor.

b. Water closets must conform to EPA WaterSense or, alternatively, fixtures with equivalent flush volumes and performance requirements must be utilized.

c. Urinals must conform to EPA WaterSense or, alternatively, fixtures with equivalent flush volumes must be utilized.

d. Lavatory faucets must have a flow rate of 0.5 gallons per minute or less.

e. Wet pantry faucets must have a flow rate of 1.8 gallons per minute or less.

f. Information on EPA WaterSense fixtures can be found at: http://www.epa.gov/watersense/.

D. Electrical:

1. Electrical Distribution: Each electrical circuit shall be 20 amp rated or greater as defined by the National

Electrical Code (NEC). All power distribution equipment shall be required to handle the actual specified and projected loads with 10 percent spare load capacity. All electrical panels servicing the Government leased premises should be located within the leased premises. When electrical panels are located outside the leased premises (inside or outside the building) the panel(s) must be secured (locked).

a. Outlets, Switches and Faceplates: Installation to be at industry standard height unless otherwise specified.

1. Minimum Requirements: All power outlets in offices, storage / test rooms, and conference rooms

(where applicable) shall be Quadplex’s with a maximum of 8-foot spacing unless otherwise specified. All foyers / hallways and common areas shall have Duplex outlets with a maximum of 16 feet spacing.

2. Installation at desktop or countertop level (as required) will be as specifically referenced on the approved floor plan / AE drawings.

3. These items shall be color coordinated in standard white, unless otherwise specified or referenced differently within each Military Services’ Attachment (for appropriate color variation).

4. Ceiling and floorport outlets may be required in open office areas as identified on the approved floor plan / AE drawing.

5. Single / dual roller shades (paragraph G.9.a.1).

6. Mounted Monitors (paragraph D.3).

7. Pantry (Wet or Dry): See each Military Services attachment for details.

8. Marine Corps: Wall fixture switches and cover-plates to be Leviton Gray color or equivalent.

9. Air Force & Air Force Reserve: Unless otherwise indicated, outlets / faceplates installed on walls with a chair rail shall be Leviton Gray if located below chair rail. Outlets / faceplates installed in areas without chair rail or installed above a chair rail are to be standard white.

b. Communication / Commo Board Cabinets for EACH Military Service & Security Board Cabinet:

See paragraph E and J.1 for more details.

1. Quadplex outlets to be flush mounted on the fire-retardant treated plywood backboard(s), and installed at the back of each 12U Cabinet at the lower left corner, as shown on ENCLOSURE # 1c and 1d.

2. Isolated copper grounding plate on each Commo / Security Board(s) connected to a green #6 ground wire will be attached to the building ground or grounding rod in accordance with code standards. An equivalent standard for isolated electrical ground installation is acceptable.

3. Army: Requires two (2) 220 volt, 30 Amp power connections on the communication or commo board. Connection shall be an L6-30R, twist plug. One each for their server and network (Server & Network equipment supplied by the Army’s communications provider).

c. Conference / Multi-Purpose Rooms (if present): Power outlets as shown on the approved floor plan / AE drawing to include one (1) recessed Legrand RFB4 floor box with brushed aluminum finish FloorPort Activation Covers. Configured with two (2) electrical duplex outlets, two (2) BLUE voice / data port jack outlets, one (1) HDMI female port, and with HDMI wire run to the non-CCTV http://www.epa.gov/WATERSENSE/ television (TV) / monitor mounting pole (in the room). Floor box location to be confirmed with COE representative.

d. Required wiring / data port jack colors: All data port jacks and straight-through (T568B) CAT 6 wiring shall be color coordinated, and labeled. All wiring shall be contained in appropriate conduit in walls and the ceiling interstitial / plenum space to be arranged in a tight compact arrangement / appearance in raceways.

1. Military Services Comms (Voice & Data):

i. Two (2) CAT 6 wiring & data port jacks color = BLUE.

2. EC Systems (paragraph J.3):

i. CAT 6 wiring & data port jack color = YELLOW.

3. CCTV / NVR systems (paragraph J.4) & Mounted TV / Monitors (paragraph D.3):

i. CAT 6 wiring & data port jack color = RED.

4. Roller Shades (single or dual):

i. CAT 6 wiring = GRAY.

e. Air Force Accessions Office ONLY:

1. Open Recruiting Area: In addition to standard wall power outlet, recessed floor boxes shall be provided as required; specific location as referenced on the floor plan / AE drawing. These boxes shall be used to provide electrical and telecommunication feeds. Floor box model:

Legrand RFB4 with brushed aluminum finish Floor Port Activation Covers; configured with two (2) duplex electrical outlets and two (2) duplex telecommunication outlets.

2. Conference / Multi-Purpose Room: See paragraph D.1.c.

3. Reception Area: Electrical outlets and the data ports shall be installed below the desktop.

Note: Grommets must be installed in the countertop to allow wire pass through (located against the wall, in the center of the desktop, directly above the electrical and data outlets).

2. Interior Lighting: UL listed light fixtures shall be capable of producing and maintaining a uniform lighting level of a minimum 50 foot-candles of illumination at working surface height in all office areas. All other non-working areas will have a minimum of 30 foot-candles of illumination at floor level.

a. LED: Lighting in all office, hallways, display areas and test rooms will be a minimum of 2 x 4 flat panel, 4300 lumens, 4000k temperature, energy efficient, LED light fixtures, with a minimal lifespan of 60,000 hours. In restrooms (if within leased premises), mechanical rooms, security closets, and other smaller areas may require fixtures, similar 2x2 energy efficient, recessed LED fixtures will be provided.

Note: If existing light fixtures differ from those specified, the Lessor will consult with the COE on their acceptability. If existing fixtures are used, LED ballast bypass lamps to be installed. Interior office areas and test rooms to have wall mounted on-off switch with full range dimmers. All other areas to use standard commercial grade switches without dimmers.

b. Emergency Lighting: Shall be built into the LED ceiling light fixtures, with an emergency driver component in order to maintain illumination throughout the means of egress. Light fixtures with emergency drivers are to be hardwired to maintain an adequate charge on battery pack to provide at least 1-½ hours of power to light as per NFPA 101. Each fixture to have a “test light indicator” (LED Combo Test Switch – (LCTS)) installed next to the fixture. The LCTS light color is preferred to be green (indicating the light and battery backup is in good working order). LCTS cover shall be white to match ceiling tiles.

4. Mounted Monitors:

a. CCTV Monitors: See CCTV system specifications in paragraph J.4.

b. Service Specific Use Non-CCTV Monitors (conference rooms, open area offices, etc.): Duplex power, and communications outlet boxes (with BLUE CAT6 wire) to be installed and concealed above ceiling tiles directly above Monitor mounting location as indicated on the approved floor plan / AE drawing, with CAT 6 routed to the Military Service’s Commo Board / Cabinet. Mounting height to be 8’-6” AFF for top edge of Monitor. See paragraph J.4 notes for more details regarding Monitor mounting pole requirements.

E. Communications:

1. Outlets, Switches and Cover Plates: See “Electrical” paragraph D.

2. Security Closet:

a. Security Board: Within the Security Closet, Lessor to wall mount a ¾” thick, 4’-0” W x 8’-0” H fire-retardant treated plywood backboard, at 2’-0” AFF (top edge of backboard to be trimmed 6” below drop ceiling if necessary). The security board location must have 36” of front clearance to facilitate access. See paragraph D for electrical requirements, and paragraph J.1 and ENCLOSURE #1a, 1c and 1d for Security Board diagram requirements / layout.

b. Communications Board / Commo Board: Within the Security Closet, Lessor to wall mount a ¾” thick, 4’ to 8’ W x 8’-0” H fire-retardant treated plywood backboard, at 2’-0” AFF (top edge of backboard to be trimmed 6” below drop ceiling if necessary). The Comm Board location must have 36” of front clearance to facilitate access. See paragraph D. for electrical requirements and an overall layout as shown on ENCLOSURE #1a, 1c and 1d.

i. A wall mounted Comms cabinet (Tripp Lite Model #SRW12UDP) to be installed as a dedicated comms cabinet for each Military Service.

ii. Lower row of comms cabinet (s) to be mounted directly on the Commo Board. Top of cabinet to be at 48” AFF with 12” of clearance between cabinets on all sides (horizontal and vertical).

iii. Upper row of Comms Cabinet (s) to be aligned and mounted with bottom of cabinet at 60” AFF.

iv. Comm Cabinets to be uniquely keyed with each Service(s) receiving 3 keys.

3. Demarc Requirements: The building demarcation point capacity provided by the Lessor must be secured from public access.

a. If required, mitigation to secure the demarcation point shall be coordinated with the COE.

b. Appropriately sized communications conduit to be installed from the building demarc point to the

Military Service(s) Commo Board. Two (2) pull strings are required for each Military Service, and used by their respective communications provider. See ENCLOSURE #1a, 1b, 1c and 1d.

4. Low Voltage / Telecommunications (See ENCLOSURE #1a, 1b, 1c and 1d for a simplified diagram of requirements / layout):

a. Outlets / Wiring: These voice / data port outlets will be vertically aligned and installed within 2” horizontally on each office space electrical outlet, so the tops of both outlets measure to the same height AFF, or as identified on the approved floor plan. Required 1” conduit terminating 12” above finished wall height. See paragraph A.1. Permits.

1. Security and Communications Cabinet wiring requirements:

i. Each Military Service will have straight-through BLUE data CAT 6 wires from their Communications Cabinet into their office space.

ii. Ceiling access points (BLUE data CAT 6 wires) to be covered with a blank standard white faceplate.

iii. The Security Cabinet will have yellow data CAT 6 wires into each Military Service’s office space for the Aiphone desk-tenant stations.

iv. Aiphone Desk-Tenant Station Outlets: Routed from the Security Cabinet PoE Switch(s) to designated wall location. These straight through CAT 6 yellow wire(s) labeled on both ends with a female RJ45 cover plate at the wall location.

v. With an 8’ yellow patch wire from wall outlet to the desk-tenant station.

vi. Each labeled wall plate (destination end) shall be equipped with a three (3) port female RJ45 plate. All data port jacks, and straight-through CAT 6 wire (T568B) will be color coordinated and labeled with identification number at both ends. Two BLUE data port jacks & BLUE wires will be routed to the Commo Board and one yellow data port jack & yellow wire routed to the Security Board POE Switch(s).

vii. The RJ45 connector can then be connected to a modem, router, switch, adaptive security appliance, etc., which is installed by the Military Service’s telecom provider.

viii. All Communications faceplates will be color coordinated with the electrical faceplates. See each Military Service specific color requirements for faceplates.

ix. Required wiring / data port jack colors: All data port jacks and straight-through (T568B) CAT 6 wiring shall be color coordinated and labeled. All wiring shall be contained in appropriate conduit in walls and the ceiling interstitial / plenum space to be arranged in a tight compact arrangement / appearance in raceways.

• Military Services Comms (Voice & Data):

a. Two (2) CAT 6 wiring & data port jacks color = BLUE.

• EC Systems (paragraph J.3):

a. CAT 6 wiring & data port jack color = YELLOW.

• CCTV / NVR systems (paragraph J.4) & Mounted TV / monitors (paragraph D.3):

a. CAT 6 wiring & data port jack color = RED.

• Roller Shades (single or dual):

a. CAT 6 wiring = GRAY.

x. All wiring for Commo / Security Board Cabinets components shall be color coordinated, labeled with Military Service and Port Identification numbers at both ends, have a minimum of three (3) feet of slack, contained in a horizontal or vertical organizer / enclosure (similar to Legrand Model #SHMC2RU) and in an organized manner. All wires cables shall be labeled referencing port numbers and Military Service as follows:

• Army = “USA”.

• Navy = “USN”.

b. Conduit / Raceways: Conduit capable of handling all data wires and access sized to fit ALL Military Services requirements (minimum of 1” conduit for two (2) Military Services at a location):

1. Building Demarcation point to each Military Service commo board, with two (2) pull strings per

Military Service along with necessary junction box(s) for easy access. See paragraph E.2.

2. Telecommunication wall/ceiling/floor outlet box conduit runs to the commo board shall terminate

12” above finished wall height. Note: See paragraphs D & J.

3. Wiring above ceiling (interstitial / plenum space) shall be contained in a raceway, if not installed in conduit.

c. Military Services Responsibilities & Equipment: Military Services are responsible for all remaining communications requirements (not identified) via their service provider (e.g. – Verizon, AT&T, etc.). The telecom provider will typically install (but not limited to), the following:

i. Any wiring / terminations required from the building demarcation point and/or junction box to the commo board, including equipment required to install service at the building demarc point and/or at the commo board such as modems, routers, PBX’s, network switches, intermediate distribution frames, main distribution frames, distribution frames of any kind, patch panels, punch blocks, etc.

ii. Any patch wires to connect their equipment.

iii. All communications services (internet, Wi-Fi, cable TV if applicable (not part of the CCTV system), signal repeaters, etc.).

iv. It is each Military Service’s / telecom providers responsibility to coordinate with the Lessor, and to install or contract for all remaining installation requirements.

v. This would include any additional low voltage communications permits as required.

F. Safety and Fire Equipment:

1. The Lessor shall be responsible for any required inspections / remediation of the fire protection system for fire code compliance.

2. Exit Signs: Shall be placed at exit ways from each Military Service office and leased premises. Signs shall be hardwired, UL listed, have 6” H lettering with backup batteries which shall provide at least 1-½ hours of power to light as per NFPA 101. Mounting: Must be capable of ceiling, wall, or end mounting; either single or double faced as required. The sign must utilize long-life LED lamps and self-diagnostics.

3. One, 10-lb. ABC Dry-Chemical Fire Extinguisher with Semi-Recessed Protective White Cabinet: Shall be installed towards the rear of each Military Service’ office, and if required. Location of these units will be coordinated with the COE representative. Mounting height of protective cabinet should be 48” to 52” AFF (or as dictated by local building code regulations) with maximum travel distance to fire extinguisher of 75 feet.

4. Dual Sensor Photoelectric & Ionized Smoke Detector-Alarm: The Lessor shall ensure the location and installation of all smoke detectors are in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations for coverage area.

At a minimum, at least one hardwired, 120-volt smoke alarm with lithium battery backup and test function shall be installed in each military recruiting office and common area. The alarm will be UL approved and capable of emitting an audible alarm of at least 85 dB at 10 feet.

G. Architectural Finishes-Fixtures-Supplies: Ceilings / Walls to be finished according to the following standards for the required Level 5 finish on all visible surfaces:

1. Drywall: Gypsum Association GA-214 Standards.

2. Painting & Decorating Contractors of America (PDCA / PCA) Standard P1.

3. Ceilings: Office ceilings should be 9 feet (preferred) or no more than 11 feet, from floor to lowest obstruction. All ceilings shall be installed on a level plane in each room.

a. Existing: The Lessor will consult with the COE’s on the acceptability of the office buildings existing ceiling system. If found acceptable, all ceiling tiles that are damaged, stained or sagging shall be replaced. If matching tiles cannot be found, or if replacement exceeds 50%, then all ceiling tiles shall be replaced and meet the standard for new ceilings.

b. New: If required, a suspended ceiling system with acoustical tile panels shall be installed. It will be a 2’x2’ revealed pattern on an exposed 2’x4’ grid with 2’x4’ tegular-revealed ceiling tile panels. The ceiling panels and grid to be white. All ceiling tiles shall have a noise reduction coefficient (NRC) of not less than .65 in accordance with ASTM C-423.

4. Walls:

a. Demising Walls, Janitorial and Mechanical Rooms: Walls separating government leased premises from adjacent tenants and the interior walls enclosing janitorial / mechanical facilities will be erected from floor to building understructure. It shall be constructed with 3-⅝” metal studs, 16” o.c., ⅝” Type “X” drywall, taped and sanded, with a Level 5 finish below finished ceiling line.

1. Demising Wall - Option #1: Steel chain link or expanded metal mesh fence may be substituted for drywall wall sections above the finished ceiling line.

2. Demising Wall - Option #2: Open, 3-⅝”, 25ga. (minimum) studding, 6” o.c., reinforced horizontally @ 24” o.c. maybe used without chain link fence or drywall installation above finished ceiling line.

b. Separation of Individual Military Service Office(s): Walls separating collocated Military Service offices and common areas shall extend from finished floor to 12” above finished ceiling. Construction shall be of 3-⅝” metal studs 16” o.c. with ⅝” drywall, taped and sanded, with a Level 5 finish. See paint schedule for wall colors.

c. Interior office partitions: Walls shall extend from floor to finished ceiling. Construction shall be of 3-⅝” metal studs 16” o.c. with ⅝” drywall applied to both sides, with a Level 5 finish. See paint schedule for wall color.

d. Sound-proofing: Sound attenuating batts with a minimum Sound Transmission Class (STC) of 45 when tested in accordance with ASTM E-336, shall be inserted in all demising and internal walls.

e. Accent Walls: Will be as specified on the approved floor plan / AE drawing and as referenced on the specific Military Service paint-finish schedule. Wall mounted fixtures such as thermostats, wall switches, light sensors, emergency lighting etc., should be placed free and clear of all Military Service accent walls.

f. Paint: See the applicable paint schedules below:

PAINT SCHEDULES

General Painting Notes:

- See GS paragraph G for requirements, inspect drywall finish prior to painting to ensure a Level 5 finish.

- See the Common Area & Specific Military Service Paint Schedules below:

COMMON AREA & RESTROOMS (IF APPLICABLE) PAINT SCHEDULE

Mfr: Color Name: Color #: Product: Coats: Finish: Area:

Sherwin Williams PRIMER ProMar 200

White (see Note 1) B28W02600 2 Latex:

Acrylic Primer

All Walls / All Painted Trim

Sherwin Williams

Common Area & Restroom Walls Worldly Gray

SW 7043

Worldly Gray B20W12651 2 Latex: Eg-Shel Walls (Restroom

& Common Areas) Sherwin Williams

Trim for Common Area & Restrooms Worldly Gray

SW 7043

Worldly Gray B31W2651 2 Latex: Semi-Gloss Trim (Restroom

& Common Areas) Sherwin Williams

Common Area Chair Rail Mega Greige

SW 7031

Mega Greige B31W2651 2 Latex: Semi-Gloss Chair Rail

(Common Areas) Sherwin Williams

Standard Ceiling Finish White Standard White Standard 2 Latex: Semi-Gloss Ceiling

(Restroom)

Note 1: ProMar 200 Primer to be tinted to match the applicable wall color for all walls, and all painted trim.

Note 2: For individual Military Service paint-finish schedule, see specific Military Service Paint Schedule.

Note 3: Chair Rail to be: Mega Greige SW 7031.

Note 4: Restrooms to be: If applicable, Worldly Gray SW 7043.

Note 5: Drywall Ceilings (where applicable) to be: Standard White Ceiling Finish.

Note 6: If selected, contractor should request Sherwin Williams’ colors as listed above for common areas.

Formulas to these colors are available on Sherwin Williams’ National Accounts Database.

ARMY PAINT SCHEDULE

Mfr: Color Name: Color #: Product: Coats: Finish: Area:

Sherwin Williams PRIMER ProMar 200

White (see Note 1) B28W02600 2 Latex: Acrylic Primer All Walls / All Painted Trim

Sherwin Williams

United States Army Recruiting Off-White

SW 6148

Wool Skein B20W12651 2 Latex: Eg-Shel Walls

Sherwin Williams

United States Army Recruiting Khaki

SW 6150

Universal Khaki B31W2651 2 Latex: Semi-Gloss Trim

Sherwin Williams

United States Army Recruiting Green

SW 6166

Eclipse B20T2654 2 Latex: Eg-Shel Accent Wall

Note 1: ProMar 200 Primer to be tinted to match the applicable wall color for all walls, and all painted trim.

Note 2: Paint schemes and accent wall finishes to be applied as referenced on floor plan / AE drawing / finish schedule.

Note 3: Accent wall to be: United States Army Recruiting Green.

Note 4: Restrooms: If applicable, See Common Area Paint Schedule.

Note 5: If selected, contractor should request Sherwin Williams’ colors as “United States Army Recruiting...”

NAVY PAINT SCHEDULE

Mfr: Color Name: Color #: Product: Coats: Finish: Area:

Sherwin Williams PRIMER ProMar 200

White (see Note 1) B28W02600 2 Latex: Acrylic Primer All Walls / All Painted Trim

Sherwin Williams

United States Navy Recruiting Gray

SW 6259

Spatial White B20W12651 2 Latex: Eg-Shel Walls

Sherwin Williams

United States Navy Recruiting Gray

SW 6259

Spatial White B31W2650 2 Latex: Semi-Gloss Trim

Note 1: ProMar 200 Primer to be tinted to match the applicable wall color for all walls, and all painted trim.

Note 2: Paint schemes and wall finishes to be applied as referenced on floor plan / AE drawing / finish schedule.

Note 3: Restrooms: If applicable, See Common Area Paint Schedule.

Note 4: If selected, contractor should request Sherwin Williams’ colors as “United States Navy Recruiting...”

5. Flooring: General parameters: All floor areas will be of a common level, finished in a specified material and have a minimum live-load capacity of 50 pounds per square foot. Note: If required or due to existing conditions, flooring standard of office building will be acceptable if approved by the Military Service(s) after COE review and recommendation(s).

a. Porcelain Entry Tiles (Front / Rear Exterior Exits as necessary): Porcelain tile with unpolished, non-slip surface shall be installed at the interior side of exterior / exit entrance doors for recruiting offices located in a 4-season climate zone. See ENCLOSURE #5 including ordering instructions, for a typical floor tile pattern, including tile color / name, grout color / name, and tile transition designations.

Military Service facility front entrance areas shall have tile to be centered on the width of the door opening plus a foot on each side, with a minimum of approximately 4’ L x 5’ W, see the approved floor plan / AE drawings where applicable.

b. Air Force Accessions - Break Area: Porcelain tile with unpolished, non-slip surface shall be installed (See ENCLOSURE #5).

c. Storage Areas: Vinyl composition tile (VCT) with base cove shall be installed in storage areas as follows:

1. Air Force & Air Force Accessions: Color to be AHF / Armstrong Imperial Texture, Standard Excelon, 51915 Charcoal.

2. Army: Color to be AHF / Armstrong Imperial Texture, Standard Excelon, 51811 Antique White.

3. Navy: Color to be AHF / Armstrong Imperial Texture, Standard Excelon, 59230 Victoria Blue.

4. Air Force Reserve: Color to be AHF / Armstrong Imperial Texture, Standard Excelon, 51915

Charcoal.

5. Marine Corps: Color to be AHF / Armstrong Imperial Texture, Standard Excelon, 51811 Antique

White.

6. Air National Guard: Color to be AHF / Armstrong Imperial Texture, Standard Excelon, 51899

Cool White.

7. Army National Guard: Color to be AHF / Armstrong Imperial Texture, Standard Excelon, 51899

Cool White.

8. For all VCT installations: Provide a VCT transition (color: black) to other flooring materials per manufacturer’s recommendation.

d. Base Cove (for VCT & Carpet only):

1. Air Force & Air Force Accessions: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Style- Perceptions, Profile-Recess, Product-Rubber, Color: #69, Sterling Silver, 4.25” H (either toe base or toeless base is acceptable).

2. Army: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Rubber, Color: #40, Black, 4” H.

3. Navy: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Rubber, Color: #40, Black, 4” H.

4. Air Force Reserve: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Style- Perceptions, Profile-Recess, Product-Rubber, Color: #69, Sterling Silver, 4.25” H (either toe base or toeless base is acceptable).

5. Marine Corps: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Rubber, Color: #40, Black, 4” H.

6. Air National Guard: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Rubber, Color: #40, Black, 4” H.

7. Army National Guard: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Rubber, Color:

#40, Black, 4” H.

e. Janitorial & Mechanical Rooms (if applicable): Exposed concrete with non-slip floor sealer.

Base Cove: Johnsonite / Tarkett (https://distributor.tarkett.com), Rubber, Color: #40, Black, 4” H. If for an Air Force or Air Force Reserve only office, use the base cove specified above for those Military Services.

f. Carpeted Areas (office, test room and related areas): Carpet tiles with base cove shall be installed throughout the entire Military Service office areas except storage rooms and restrooms. All carpet must be installed smoothly and evenly in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and with the approved low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s) release adhesive. One (1) extra box of carpet tiles (for each Military Service at this location) shall be left in the security closet for future use.

1. Carpet schedules for each military service are listed below:

https://distributor.tarkett.com/

ARMY CARPET SCHEDULE

Manufacturer / Style: Shaw / U.S. Army Recruiting Standard: # 802E5 Color (Name, Number): Duty, BB90D Product: Carpet Tile Installation Method: Quarter Turn Installation Adhesive: "LokDots" Adhesive System

Note: If selected, for expedited delivery - government pricing contact: Shaw Contract for ALL inquiries go to website: www.shawcontract.com/usrecruiting. For pricing and order inquiries go to the pricing & ordering tab at the above website, or call: 1-800-356-7429 ext. 1 or email: cs.gsa@shawinc.com. For general inquiries call Michele Leise, 402-968-6025, email: michele.leise@shawcontract.com

NAVY CARPET SCHEDULE

Manufacturer / Style: Shaw / U.S. Navy Recruiting Standard: # 800G3 Color (Name, Number): Water Garden, 69400 Product: Carpet Tile Installation Method: Monolithic (See Note #1) Installation Adhesive: "LokDots" Adhesive System

Note 1: Carpet tile installation to be installed monolithic with all arrows pointing in the left-direction upon walking into the entrance of the Navy area.

Note 2: If selected, for expedited delivery - government pricing contact: Shaw Contract for ALL inquiries go to website: www.shawcontract.com/usrecruiting. For pricing and order inquiries go to the pricing & ordering tab at the above website, or call: 1-800-356-7429 ext. 1 or email: cs.gsa@shawinc.com. For general inquiries call Michele Leise, 402-968-6025, email: michele.leise@shawcontract.com

6. Windows:

a. Exterior: Windows shall be weather tight and if operable, shall be equipped with lock assemblies.

Window unit(s) that cannot be secured must be replaced.

1. Existing Laminated Glass: IMPORTANT: Lessor will confirm that all glass meets the following minimum requirements. A nominal ¼” thick laminated glass pane fabricated from two pieces of nominal ⅛” thick glass bonded together with a minimum 0.030” polyvinyl butyral (PVB) interlayer.

If the window contains an insulating glass unit (IGU), the innermost lite must be laminated glass noted above and the outer lite may be monolithic glass. If the Lessor is unable to provide written confirmation that the existing glass meets this requirement, then glass fragment retention film must be installed as indicated below. With written confirmation from the Lessor / contractor stating laminated glass is present (on ALL windows / doors that are on the perimeter of the Government’s leased premises, regardless of the window being to the outside air or a shared common space with other tenants) and meets the required standards above, fragment retention film is not required.

2. Glass Fragment Retention Film: IMPORTANT: Without written confirmation of laminated glass installed, all glass in exterior windows and doors shall have fragment retention film applied to the interior (room) side in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions by a certified installer. Fragment retention film can be either optically clear or, if approved by Lessor, with a light gray tint or a reflective surface. Film shall be 3M Safety & Security Window Film, series type Ultra S800 or Ultra Prestige S50. Film may be substituted that meets or exceeds the specified films (along with manufacturer’s structural silicone adhesive anchoring systems), with prior approval of COE. Film shall be attached to the interior frame on all four (4) sides using an anchoring system in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions. The anchoring system shall use the 3M Impact Protection Adhesive structural silicone adhesive. Under NO circumstances are standard sealant or caulk compounds mailto:cs.gsa@shawinc.com mailto:michele.leise@shawcontract.com mailto:cs.gsa@shawinc.com mailto:michele.leise@shawcontract.com to be utilized for adhesive anchoring of the film. Note: The structural silicone adhesive color shall complement existing framing system. The adhesive shall be applied only after the window has been masked with 1” blue “safe release tape” applied to both the film and the window frame to assure a clean, gasket-like appearance when tape is removed. For ‘wooden window / door frame systems’, an anchoring system need not be applied to the glass fragment retention film edges (daylight application). If selected for installation, government pricing-expedited delivery is available from:

Window Film Depot, P.O.C. Jeff Franson, 866-933-3456; email: jeff@windowfilmdepot.com.

3. Mini-Blinds: NOT TO BE INSTALLED ON ANY EXTERIOR WINDOWS OR DOORS.

4. Roller Shades: See Para. G.9 (below).

b. Interior:

1. Windows: A 3’-0” H x 4’-0” W fixed, plate glass window set in metal frame shall be installed in interior walls of hallways, recruiter-in-charge office(s) and conference rooms where applicable. Top of window frames to align with top of door frames. Note 1: Ganged windows along hallways are acceptable if appropriate. These windows shall meet all safety code requirements and be equipped with mini-blinds that meet standards referenced below. Note 2: Windows shall be installed in all individual offices as indicated on floor plan / AE drawing.

2. Window Frames: Interior window frames to match style and color of door frames (Timely manufactured steel Classic S-Series) with factory applied Alumatone finish (not painted). With ¼” tempered glass and ½” glass stop (TA-14 in Alumatone finish).

3. Test / Interview Room(s): Except for the Marine Corps, test room shall be provided an individual window as indicated on the floor plan / AE drawing. Mini-Blinds are not to be installed for these windows or doors.

4. Mini-Blinds (interior windows / doors only, except test rooms): All interior windows and glass doors (except test rooms) shall be equipped with mini-blinds having non-corroding mechanisms and synthetic tapes. Each window shall have its own individual mini-blind. Mini-blinds shall be Hunter Douglas Riviera Commercial Aluminum Horizontal Blinds (cordless), Color: Brushed Aluminum # G8-034, with 1” wide aluminum horizontal slat with beveled steel profile or approved equal. Test and Interview room windows DO NOT have mini-blinds. Note: To prevent swaying, mini-blinds that are installed on interior doors must be secured at the bottom of the door with metal clips.

7. Doors:

a. Exterior - Main Entrance: Doors and finish to be standard to the office building or as approved by

COE. Lessor Shell Requirements / Exterior Door Health Survey: Exterior door openings to the Government controlled space shall be surveyed to ensure a healthy, weather tight and fully functional door unit (door, frame, glass, and hardware). Door opening / swing to be outswing only, fail secure with Grade 1 hardware and no mail slots allowed. Existing mail slots in exterior doors shall be removed.

Survey / coordinate hardware requirements on existing doors / frames to be re-used. Clean, repair or replace as necessary - advise COE representative if existing door / hardware needs to be replaced. All exterior door hinge pins (exposed to the outside exterior of the office premises) will be secured / replaced with concealed / non-removable pins. If applicable, fragment retention film shall be installed on all exterior glass doors (and windows).

1. Fragment Retention Film (if applicable): The Lessor will confirm and provide written confirmation that the existing glass in exterior glass doors meets the minimum laminated glass requirements identified in Para. G.6 above or fragment retention film must be installed.

2. Fixed Panel Shades (if applicable): See paragraph G.9 below for details.

b. Secondary Egress Doors: Steel doors and frames are required for secondary egress doors, unless building aesthetics / standards only allow glass / other door types.

c. Interior Doors - Frames / Glass / Finish:

1. Interior door and window frames to be Timely manufactured steel Classic S-Series (445) frames with factory applied Alumatone finish (not painted).

2. Door color to be stained MinWax, Red Chestnut #232 (on all sides) with two (2) coats of polyurethane matte finish to be applied to stained areas.

3. Doors requiring a full length glass inset (low profile lite kit [24” x 60”] with ¼” tempered glass), shall color match the Timely manufactured steel frames (factory applied Alumatone color SC108) or brushed stainless steel finish.

d. The following door opening hardware schedule and specifications shall apply: A Certified Integrator / Installer per manufacturer is required for extended warranty periods and trouble-free mailto:jeff@windowfilmdepot.com installations for Aiphone, Hanwha (Certified Video Professional / Wisenet Certified Professional (WCP)), ASSA ABLOY, and most other listed equipment manufacturers.

Door Openings (Doors / Hardware) Schedule & Specifications

EXTERIOR:

Application: Model / Skew #’s: Description: Size: Finish: Qty: Set Codes: Notes:

Primary Entrance Door Single Aluminum: N/A Building Standard w/Glass Door 1-¾” x 36” x

84” Match Building

Standard N/A E1, E2 � Notes 1, 3 and 4

Primary Entrance Door Double Aluminum: N/A Building Standard w/Glass Door 1-¾” x 36” x

84” (Ea) Match Building

Standard N/A E8 � Notes 1, 3 and 4

Secondary Egress Single Door(s): N/A Hollow Metal Core 1-¾” x 36” x

84” See Paint Schedule N/A E3, E4 � Notes 1, 3 and 4

Secondary Egress Double Door(s): N/A Hollow Metal Core 1-¾” x 36” x

84” (Ea) See Paint Schedule N/A Similar to:

E8, E9 or E10 � Notes 1, 3 and 4

Adjust as needed.

Herculite Glass - Primary Entrance Door: N/A Herculite Glass Doors

(professional buildings) N/A N/A N/A E6, E7 � Notes 1, 3 and 4 See Appendix C

INTERIOR:

Application: Model / Skew #’s: Description: Size: Finish: Qty: Set Codes: Notes:

Military entrance / egress, commander’s office, test / interview / conference / multi-purpose room Doors

N/A Wood Door w-Full Length Glass Inset

1-¾” x 36” x 80” See Notes N/A I1, I2, I3, I4, and I5, Notes 2, 3, and 4

General Door (restroom, storage, janitorial, mechanical) N/A Wood Door 1-¾” x 36” x

80” See Notes N/A I6, I8, I9, and I10 Notes 2, 3, and 4

Security Closet Door N/A Wood Door (Options):

Solid ~ Louvered Inset ~ Pocket Door

1-¾” x 36” x 80” See Notes N/A I7a, I7b, and I7c Notes 2, 3, and 4

HARDWARE SET DESCRIPTIONS:

EXTERIOR:

Application: Model / Skew #’s: Description: Size: Finish: Qty: Set Codes: Notes:

Single Aluminum Exterior Door

8701EL36-24 Adams Rite - Rim Exit Device 2-5/8” x 36” Satin Aluminum 1

E1

� 3701-36 for fire rated doors

A620-626 Yale – Cylinder Housing & Interchangeable Core (7-Pin) N/A Satin Chrome 1

MS4043-00-130 Adams Rite - Guard Ring N/A Clear Anodized 1

4612-1 Adams Rite - Power Transfer N/A Chrome 1 �

BF158-630 Rockwood - Door Pull 1” x…

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