VA 852-042 - JBNC Phase 1 - Specifications Vol. 2 2.0.pdf

Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery Sylvan Springs Development on New Land

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Office of Construction and Facilities Management VA Project No: 852-042 Task Order No: 36C101F21N0036

PatrickWest Text Box Specifications Bid Documents Volume 2 18 November 2024

PatrickWest Typewritten Text

OCTOBER 8, 2025

Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery Sylvan Springs Development on New Land Project No.852-042 Bid Documents October 8, 2025

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

Section 00 01 10

SECTION NO DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

VOLUME 1

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 01 General Requirements 01 32 16 Project Schedule (NCA) 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 01 42 19 Reference Standards 01 43 39 Mockup Requirements 01 45 00 Quality Control 01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 01 45 35 Special Inspections 01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition Site Clearing 02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 02 82 13.13 Glovebag Asbestos Abatement 02 83 33.13 Lead-Based Paint Removal and Disposal

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 53 (Short-Form) Cast-in-Place Concrete 03 48 21 Precast Concrete Burial Crypts (Double Depth) 03 48 24 Precast Concrete Columbarium Units

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 04 05 16 Masonry Grouting 04 20 00 Unit Masonry 04 40 10 Cut Stone Assemblies 04 43 00 Natural Stone Veneer 04 72 00 Cast Stone Masonry 04 73 00 Columbarium Niche Covers

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DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 05 21 00 Steel Joist Framing 05 31 00 Steel Decking 05 36 00 Composite Metal Decking 05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 06 20 00 Finish Carpentry

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 08 00 Facility Exterior Closure Commissioning 07 11 13 Bituminous Dampproofing 07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 07 27 27 Fluid-Applied Membrane Air Barrier, Vapor Retarding 07 40 00 Metal Siding and Soffit Panels 07 41 13 Metal Roof 07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 07 71 00 Roof Specialties 07 72 00 Roof Accessories 07 72 53 Snow Guards 07 84 00 Firestopping 07 92 00 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 08 33 00 Coiling Doors and Grilles 08 41 13 Aluminum Framed Entrance and Storefronts 08 51 13 Aluminum Windows 08 62 23 Daylight Tubular Devices 08 71 00 Door Hardware 08 80 00 Glazing 08 90 00 Louvers and Vents

VOLUME 2

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 09 29 00 Gypsum Board

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SECTION NO DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES

09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 09 54 23 Linear Metal Ceilings (Panel) 09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring 09 68 00 Carpeting 09 91 00 Painting

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 11 13 Chalkboards and Markerboards 10 11 23 Tackboards 10 14 00 Exterior Signage 10 14 05 Interior Signage 10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 83 00 Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS)Reference System 11 83 02 Geodata

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 24 00 Window Shades 12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 12 36 00 Countertops 12 48 13 Entrance Floor and Mat and Frames

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 22 05 19 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping 22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 22 07 11 Plumbing Insululation 22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 22 11 23 Domestic Water Pumps 22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 22 33 00 Electric Water Heaters 22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

(HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam Generation

Equipment 23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings

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SECTION NO DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES

23 34 00 HVAC Fans 23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 23 81 00 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment 23 81 43 Air-Source Unitary Heat Pumps 23 82 39 Unit Heaters

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 26 05 41 Underground Electrical Construction 26 08 00 Commissioning of Electrical Systems 26 24 16 Panelboards 26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 26 51 00 Interior Lighting 26 56 00 Exterior Lighting

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 00 Common Work Results for Communications 27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 27 08 00 Commissioning of Communications Systems

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 10 00 Access Control 28 20 00 Video Surveillance 28 31 00 Intrusion Detection

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 00 00 Downstream Defender 31 20 00 Earthwork 31 23 19 Dewatering 31 23 23.33 Flowable Fill

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 05 23 Cement and Concrete for Exterior Improvements 32 12 16 Asphalt Paving 32 17 23 Pavement Markings 32 17 26 Tactile Warning Surfacing 32 31 13 Chain Link Fences and Gates 32 31 19 Decorative Metal Fences and Gates 32 33 00 Site Furnishings 32 84 00 Planting Irrigation 32 90 00 Planting

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DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

33 08 00 Commissioning of Site Utilities 33 10 00 Water Utilities 33 30 00 Sanitary Sewer Utilities 33 40 00 Storm Sewer Utilities 33 41 13 Foundation Drainage

APPENDIX A

Terracon Geotechnical Report

APPENDIX B

WSP Geotechnical Report

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Project No.852-042 Bid Documents OCTOBER 8, 2025

SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES

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SECTION 09 06 00

SECTION 09 06 00-SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES

NCA Facility: Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery Sylvan Springs

Location: 2900 Sheridan Rd, St. Lois MO. 63125

Project No. and Name: 852-042

Submission CD2

Date: 24 May 2024

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SECTION 09 06 00

SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES

PART I – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section contains a coordinated system in which requirements for materials specified in other sections shown are identified by abbreviated material names and finish codes in the Room Finish

Schedule or shown for other locations. See Finish Schedule A-602 for more information.

1.2 MANUFACTURERS

A. Manufacturer’s trade names and numbers used herein are only to identify colors, finishes, textures and patterns. Products of other manufacturer’s equivalent to colors, finishes, textures and patterns of manufacturers listed that meet requirements of technical specifications will be acceptable upon approval in writing by contracting officer for finish requirements. See Finish Schedule A-602 for more information.

1.3 SUBMITALS

A. Submit in accordance with SECTION 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES, provide quadruplicate samples for color approval of materials and finishes specified in this section.

B. Color Schedule: Submit full color schedule including manufacturers intending to be provided for project, with equivalent colors to selections provided by this section; format to match this section.

1.4 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. MASTER PAINTING INSTITUTE: (MPI)

Architectural Painting Specification Manual

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 COLOR BOARD

A. Size: As required to display building finishes.

B. Labeled for:

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1. Building name and number.

2. All finishes are indicated in construction drawings, Finish Schedule A-602.

PART III - EXECUTION

3.1 FINISH SCHEDULES & MISCELLANEOUS ABBREVIATIONS

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FINISH SCHEDULE & MISCELLANEOUS ABBREVIATIONS

Term Abbreviation

Acoustical Ceiling AT

Anodized Aluminum

Colored

AAC

Anodized Aluminum

Natural Finish

AA

Baked On Enamel BE

Brick Face BR

Carpet CP

Carpet Module Tile CPT

Concrete C

Concrete Masonry Unit CMU

Existing E

Exposed Divider Strips EXP

Exterior EXT

Exterior Finish System EFS

Exterior Paint EXT-P

Exterior Stain EXT-ST

Fabric Wallcovering WF

Facing Tile SCT

Floor Mats & Frames FM

Floor Tile, Mosaic FT

Fluorocarbon FC

Granite GT

Gypsum Wallboard GWB

High Glazed Coating SC

Latex Mastic Flooring LM

Marble MB

Material MAT

Mortar M

Multi-Color Coating MC

Natural Finish NF

Paint P

Paver Tile PVT

Plaster PL

Plaster High Strength HSPL

Plaster Keene Cement KC

Plastic Laminate HPDL

Polypropylene Fabric

Wallcovering

PFW

Porcelain Paver Tile PPT

Rubber Base RB

Rubber Tile Flooring RT

Stain ST

Stone Flooring SF

Suspension Decorative

Grids

Grids

SDG

Veneer Plaster VP

Vinyl Base VB

Vinyl Coated Fabric

Wallcovering

W

Vinyl Composition Tile VCT

Vinyl Sheet Flooring VSF

Vinyl Sheet Flooring

(Welded Seams)

WSF

Wall Border WB

Wood WD

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3.2 FINSIH SCHEDULE SYMBOLS

Symbol Definition

** Same finish as adjoining walls

- No color required

E Existing

XX To match existing

EFTR Existing finish to remain

RM Remove

3.3 ROOM FINISH SCHEDULE

A. Match adjoining or existing similar surfaces colors, textures or patterns where disturbed or damaged by alterations or new work when not scheduled.

B. ROOM FINISH SCHEDULE (See drawing A-602)

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NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING

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SECTION 09 22 16

NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies steel studs wall systems, ceiling or soffit suspended or furred framing, wall furring, fasteners, and accessories for the screw attachment of gypsum board, plaster bases or other building boards.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Load bearing framing: Section 05 40 00, COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING.

D. Ceiling suspension systems for acoustical tile or panels and lay in gypsum board panels: Section 09 51 00, ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS, Section 09

29 00, GYPSUM BOARD.

1.3 TERMINOLOGY

A. Description of terms to be in accordance with ASTM C754, ASTM C11, ASTM

C841 and as specified.

B. Underside of Structure Overhead: In spaces where steel trusses or bar joists are shown, the underside of structure overhead is defined as the underside of the floor or roof construction supported by beams, trusses, or bar joists.

C. Thickness of steel specified is the minimum bare (uncoated) steel thickness.

1.4 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements. See Section 01 81 11, SUSTAINABLE

DESIGN REQUIRMENTS, for project local/regional materials, low-emitting materials, recycled content requirements.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Studs, runners and accessories.

2. Hanger inserts.

3. Channels (Rolled steel).

4. Furring channels.

5. Screws, clips and other fasteners.

C. Shop Drawings:

1. Typical ceiling suspension system.

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2. Typical metal stud and furring construction system including details around openings and corner details.

1.6 DELIVERY, IDENTIFICATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE

A. In accordance with the requirements of ASTM C754.

1.7 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. American Society For Testing And Materials (ASTM):

A123/A123M-12 Zinc (Hot-dip Galvanized) Coatings on Iron and

Steel Products

A641/A641M-09a Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) Carbon Steel Wire

A653/A653M-11 Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-

Iron Alloy Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip

Process

C11-13 Terminology Relating to Gypsum and Related

Building Materials and Systems

C635/C635M-13 Manufacture, Performance, and Testing of Metal

Suspension System for Acoustical Tile and

Lay-in Panel Ceilings

C645-11a Non-Structural Steel Framing Members

C754-11 Installation of Steel Framing Members to

Receive Screw-Attached Gypsum Panel Products

C841-03(2008)c1 Installation of Interior Lathing and Furring

C954-11 Steel Drill Screws for the Application of

Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to

Steel Studs from 0.033 in. (0.84 mm) to 0.112

in. (2.84 mm) in Thickness

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 STEEL STUDS AND RUNNERS (TRACK)

A. Framing Members, General: Comply with ASTM C754 for conditions indicated.

1. Deflection Limit:

a. L/240 unless otherwise noted.

b. L/360 where Level 5 gypsum board finish is indicated, at tile backing panels, where plaster veneer is indicated, and elsewhere as indicated.

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2. Lateral Pressure: 5.0 psf (240 Pa) unless otherwise noted.

B. Steel Sheet Components: Comply with ASTM C645 requirements for metal, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Protective Coating: ASTM A653, hot-dip galvanized, unless otherwise indicated.

D. Provide not less than two cutouts in web of each stud, approximately

300 mm (12 inches) from each end, and intermediate cutouts on approximately 600 mm (24 inch) centers.

E. Doubled studs for openings and studs for supporting concrete backer-board.

F. Provide studs 3600 mm (12 feet) or less in length in one piece.

2.2 FURRING CHANNELS

A. Rigid furring channels (hat shape): ASTM C645.

B. "Z" Furring Channels:

1. Not less than 0.45 mm (0.0179-inch)-thick bare metal, with 32 mm

(1-1/4 inch) and 19 mm (3/4-inch) flanges.

2. Web furring depth to suit thickness of insulation with slotted perforations.

C. Rolled Steel Channels: ASTM C754, cold rolled; or, ASTM C841, cold rolled.

2.3 FASTENERS, CLIPS, AND OTHER METAL ACCESSORIES

A. Conform to ASTM C754, except as otherwise specified.

B. For fire rated construction: Type and size same as used in fire rating test.

C. Fasteners for steel studs thicker than 0.84 mm (0.033-inch) thick. Use

ASTM C954 steel drill screws of size and type recommended by the manufacturer of the material being fastened.

D. Clips: ASTM C841 (paragraph 6.11), manufacturer’s standard items.

Clips used instead of tie wire must have holding power equivalent to that provided by the tie wire for the specific application.

E. Concrete ceiling hanger inserts (anchorage for hanger wire and hanger straps): Steel, zinc-coated (galvanized), manufacturers standard items, designed to support twice the hanger loads imposed and the type of hanger used.

F. Tie Wire and Hanger Wire:

1. ASTM A641, soft temper, Class 1 coating.

2. Gage (diameter) as specified in ASTM C754 or ASTM C841.

G. Attachments for Wall Furring:

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1. Manufacturers standard items fabricated from zinc-coated

(galvanized) steel sheet.

2. For concrete or masonry walls: Metal slots with adjustable inserts or adjustable wall furring brackets. Spacers may be fabricated from

1 mm (0.0396-inch) thick galvanized steel with corrugated edges.

H. Power Actuated Fasteners: Type and size as recommended by the manufacturer of the material being fastened.

2.4 SUSPENDED CEILING SYSTEM FOR GYPSUM BOARD

A. Conform to ASTM C635 and C754 for materials and sizes.

1. Grid Suspension System for Ceilings - Contractor Option: ASTM C645, direct-hung system composed of main beams and cross-furring members that interlock.

B. Conform to ASTM A641 for wire hangers.

2.5 COMPONENT FINISH

A. Provide framing components with Z180 (G60) minimum per ASTM A123.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION CRITERIA

A. Examine substrates to which gypsum board assemblies attach or abut, installed hollow metal frames, cast-in-anchors, and structural framing, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of assemblies specified in this section.

3.2 INSTALLING STUDS

A. Install studs in accordance with ASTM C754, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. Install runners (tracks) at floors, ceilings, and structural walls and columns where gypsum board stud assemblies abut other construction.

1. Extend partition framing full height to structural supports or substrates above suspended ceilings, except where otherwise indicated. Continue framing over frames of doors and openings and frame around ducts penetrating partitions above ceiling to provide support for gypsum board.

C. Install steel studs and furring in sizes and at spacing indicated.

D. Install steel studs so flanges point in the same direction and leading edge or end of each gypsum board panel can be attached to open

(unsupported) edges of stud flanges first.

E. Frame door openings to comply with applicable published recommendations of gypsum board manufacturer, unless otherwise indicated. Attach

09 22 16-5 vertical studs at jambs with screws directly to frames or to jamb anchor clips on door frames; install runner track section (for cripple studs) at head and secure to jamb studs.

1. Install two (2) studs at each jamb, unless otherwise indicated.

F. Frame openings other than door openings to comply with details indicated or, if none indicated, as required for door openings.

Install framing below sills of openings to match framing required above door heads.

3.3 INSTALLING FURRED AND SUSPENDED CEILINGS OR SOFFITS

A. Install furred and suspended ceilings or soffits in accordance with

ASTM C754 or ASTM C841 except as otherwise specified or shown for screw attached gypsum board ceilings and for plaster ceilings or soffits.

B. Install hangers plumb and free from contact with insulation or other objects within ceiling plenum that are not part of supporting structural or ceiling suspension system. Splay hangers only where required to miss obstructions and offset resulting horizontal forces by bracing, counter splaying, or other equally effective means.

C. Where width of ducts and other construction within ceiling plenum produces hanger spacing that interfere with the location of hangers required to support standard suspension system members, install supplemental suspension members and hangers in form of trapezes or equivalent devices. Size supplemental suspension members and hangers to support ceiling loads, within performance limits established by referenced standards.

D. Secure wire hangers by looping and wire-tying, directly to structures or to inserts, eyescrews, or other devices and fasteners that are secure and appropriate for substrate, and in a manner that will not cause them to deteriorate or otherwise fail.

E. Install suspended steel framing components in sizes and at spacing indicated, but not less than that required by the referenced steel framing installation standard.

1. Wire Hangers: 1219 mm (48 inches) o.c.

2. Carrying Channels (Main Runners): 1219 mm (48 inches) o.c.

3. Furring Channels (Furring Members): 406 mm (16 inches) o.c.

F. Installation Tolerances: Install steel framing components for suspended ceilings so that cross-furring or grid suspension members are level to within 3 mm (1/8 inch)in 3.66 meters (12 feet) as measured

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G. Wire-tie or clip furring members to main runners and to other structural supports as indicated.

H. Grid Suspension System: Attach perimeter wall track or angle where grid suspension system meets vertical surfaces. Mechanically join main beam and cross-furring members to each other and butt-cut to fit into wall track

3.4 TOLERANCES

A. Fastening surface for application of subsequent materials: Not varying more than 3 mm (1/8-inch) from the layout line.

B. Plumb and align vertical members within 3 mm (1/8-inch).

C. Level or align ceilings within 3 mm (1/8-inch).

GYPSUM BOARD

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SECTION 09 29 00

GYPSUM BOARD

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies installation and finishing of gypsum board.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Installation of steel framing members for walls, partitions, furring, soffits, and ceilings: Section 05 40 00, COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING, and

Section 09 22 16, NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING.

B. Thermal Insulation: Section 07 21 13, THERMAL INSULATION.

C. Sealants: Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

1.3 TERMINOLOGY

A. Definitions and description of terms to be in accordance with ASTM C11, C840, and as specified.

1.4 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements. See Section 01 81 11, SUSTAINABLE

DESIGN REQUIREMENTS, for project local/regional materials, low-emitting materials, recycled content, certified wood requirements.

B. Biobased Material: For products designated by the USDA’s BioPreferred® program, provide products that meet or exceed USDA recommendations for biobased content, subject to the products compliance with performance requirements in this Section. For more information regarding the product categories covered by the BioPreferred® program, visit http://www.biopreferred.gov.

C. Any gypsum wallboard panel products used on this project must have passed testing for moisture and mold-resistance.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Cornerbead and edge trim.

2. Finishing materials.

3. Gypsum board, each type.

C. Shop Drawings:

1. Typical gypsum board installation of all assemblies, showing corner details, edge trim details and the like.

D. Samples:

http://www.biopreferred.gov/

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1. Cornerbead.

2. Edge trim.

3. Control joints.

1.6 DELIVERY, IDENTIFICATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE

A. In accordance with the requirements of ASTM C840.

1.7 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

A. In accordance with the requirements of ASTM C840.

1.8 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

C11-13 Terminology Relating to Gypsum and Related

Building Materials and Systems

C475/C475M-12 Joint Compound and Joint Tape for Finishing

Gypsum Board

C840-11 Application and Finishing of Gypsum Board

C954-11 Steel Drill Screws for the Application of

Gypsum Panel Products or Metal Plaster Bases to

Steel Studs from 0.033 in. (0.84 mm) to 0.112

in. (2.84 mm) in Thickness

C1002-07 Steel Self-Piercing Tapping Screws for the

Application of Gypsum Panel Products or Metal

Plaster Bases to Wood Studs or Steel Studs

C1047-10a Accessories for Gypsum Wallboard and Gypsum

Veneer Base

C1177/C1177M-08 Glass Mat Gypsum Substrate for Use as Sheathing

C1280-11 Application of Exterior Gypsum Panel Products for Use as Sheathing

C1325-08b Fiber Mat Reinforced Cementitious Backer Unit

C1396/C1396M-13 Gypsum Board

C1658/C1658M Glass Mat Gypsum Panels

D3273-12 Resistance to Growth of Mold on the Surface of

Interior Coatings in an Environmental Chamber

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GYPSUM BOARD

A. Gypsum Board (Typical) - Mold and Moisture-Resistant: ASTM C1396, (Type

X,) 16 mm (5/8 inch) thick unless shown otherwise.

B. Gypsum Backing Board - Mold and Moisture-Resistant: ASTM C1396, 16 mm

(5/8 inch) thick.

C. Cementitious Backing Board: ASTM C1325, use in showers.

D. Glass-Mat-Faced Interior Panels: ASTM C1177, Type X, 16 mm (5/8 inch) thick and complying to the requirements of ASTM D3273 for Mold and

Mildew resistance.

E. Provide gypsum cores with a minimum of 95 percent post industrial recycled gypsum content. Provide paper facings with 100 percent post-consumer recycled paper content.

2.2 GYPSUM SHEATHING BOARD

A. Provide panels complying with ASTM C1177 and ASTM C1396, Type X, water-resistant core, 16 mm (5/8 inch) thick.

2.3 ACCESSORIES

A. ASTM C1047, except form of 0.39 mm (0.015 inch) thick zinc coated steel sheet or rigid PVC plastic.

B. Flanges not less than 22 mm (7/8 inch) wide with punchouts or deformations as required to provide compound bond.

2.4 FASTENERS

A. ASTM C1002 and ASTM C840, except as otherwise specified.

B. ASTM C954, for steel studs thicker than 0.04 mm (0.33 inch).

C. For fire rated construction, type and size same as used in fire rating test.

2.5 FINISHING MATERIALS AND LAMINATING ADHESIVE

A. ASTM C475 and ASTM C840.

B. Provide material free of antifreeze, vinyl adhesives, preservatives and biocides; VOC content within limits of stated performance requirements.

C. Joint Tape: Use cross-laminated, tapered edge, reinforced paper, or fiber glass mesh tape recommended by the manufacturer.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GYPSUM BOARD HEIGHTS

A. Extend gypsum board from floor to heights as follows, unless shown otherwise:

1. Not less than 150 mm (6 inches) above suspended acoustical ceilings.

2. At ceiling of suspended gypsum board ceilings.

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3.2 INSTALLING GYPSUM BOARD

A. Install gypsum board in accordance with ASTM C840, except as otherwise specified.

B. Provide and install moisture and mold-resistant glass-mat-faced interior gypsum wallboard products with moisture-resistant surfaces complying with ASTM C1658 where shown and in high humidity and wet areas or locations which might be subject to moisture exposure during construction.

1. High humidity and wet areas include, but not limited to, wallboard installed at building perimeter, any wallboard furred to concrete or masonry construction.C. Ceilings:

1. For single-ply construction, use perpendicular application.

D. Install control joints in accordance with ASTM C840.

E. Accessories:

1. Install the following accessories in accordance with ASTM C1047.

a. Corner Beads.

b. Edge Trim (casing beads).

3.3 INSTALLING GYPSUM SHEATHING

A. Comply with ASTM C1280; install sheathing vertically, with edges butted tight and ends occurring over firm bearing.

B. Coordinate sheathing installation with flashing and joint-sealant installation so these materials are installed in sequence and manner that prevent exterior moisture from passing through completed exterior wall assembly.

C. Do not bridge building expansion joints with sheathing; cut and space edges to match spacing of structural support elements.

D. Seal sheathing joints according to sheathing manufacturer's written recommendations.

1. Apply glass-fiber sheathing tape to glass-mat gypsum sheathing board joints, and apply and trowel silicone emulsion sealant to embed sealant in entire face of tape.

2. Apply sealant to exposed fasteners with a trowel so fasteners are completely covered.

3. Seal other penetrations and openings.

3.4 FINISHING OF GYPSUM BOARD

A. Finish joints, edges, corners, and fastener heads in accordance with

ASTM C840.

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B. Use Level 5 finish for all finished areas open to public view; level 2 finish in utility, maintenance and service areas and level 1 in plenums, attics and other concealed areas.

C. Follow manufacturer’s fire testing reports where fire resistant construction is shown on drawings.

3.5 REPAIRS

A. After taping and finishing has been completed, and before decoration, repair all damaged and defective work, including non-decorated surfaces.

B. Patch holes or openings 13 mm (1/2 inch) or less in diameter, or equivalent size, with a setting type finishing compound or patching plaster.

C. Repair holes or openings over 13 mm (1/2 inch) diameter, or equivalent size, with 16 mm (5/8 inch) thick gypsum board secured in such a manner as to provide solid substrate equivalent to undamaged surface.

D. Tape and refinish scratched, abraded or damaged finish surfaces including cracks and joints in non-decorated surface to provide fire protection equivalent to the fire rated construction.

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TILING

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SECTION 09 30 13

TILING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. This section specifies ceramic and porcelain tile, crack isolation membranes, and tile backer board.

1.2 RELATED WORK

B. Sealing of joints where specified: Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

C. Color, texture and pattern of field tile and trim shapes, size of field tile, trim shapes, and color of grout specified: Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES and drawing A-602, Finish Schedule.

E. Metal and resilient edge strips at joints with new resilient flooring, and carpeting: Section 09 65 19, RESILIENT TILE FLOORING Section 09 68

00, CARPETING.

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Grout: Provide materials complying with SCAQMD Rule 1168; petroleum-and plastic-free grout.

B. Finish Flooring: Provide Floor Score certification.

1.4 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements. See Section 01 81 11, SUSTAINABLE

DESIGN REQUIRMENTS, for project local/regional materials, low-emitting materials, recycled content, requirements.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Samples:

1. Base tile, each type, each color, each size.

2. Paver tile, each size, type, color and pattern.

3. Quarry tile, each type, color, and size.

4. Porcelain tile, each type, color, patterns and size.

5. Wall (or wainscot) tile, each color, size and pattern.

6. Trim shapes, bullnose cap and cove including bullnose cap and base pieces at internal and external corners of vertical surfaces, each type, color, and size.

C. Product Data:

1. Ceramic and porcelain tile, marked to show each type, size, and shape required.

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2. Cementitious backer unit.

3. Dry-set Portland cement mortar and grout.

4. Divider strip.

5. Reinforcing tape.

6. Leveling compound.

7. Latex-Portland cement mortar and grout.

8. Commercial Portland cement grout.

9. Slip resistant tile.

10. Waterproofing isolation membrane.

11. Fasteners.

D. Certification:

1. Master grade, ANSI A137.1.

2. Manufacturer's certificates indicating that the following materials comply with specification requirements:

a. Commercial Portland cement grout.

b. Cementitious backer unit.

c. Dry-set Portland cement mortar and grout.

d. Reinforcing tape.

e. Latex-Portland cement mortar and grout.

f. Leveling compound.

1.6 DELIVERY AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials in containers with labels legible and intact and grade-seals unbroken.

B. Store material to prevent damage or contamination.

1.7 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):

A108.1B-13 Installation of Ceramic Tile on a Cured

Portland Cement Mortar Setting Bed with dry-Set or latex-Portland Cement Mortar

A108.11-10 Interior Installation of Cementitious Backer

Units

A108.5-10 Installation of Ceramic Tile with Dry-Set

Portland Cement Mortar or Latex-Portland Cement

Mortar

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A118.1-12 Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar

A118.4-12 Latex-Portland Cement Mortar

A118.6-10 Standard Cement Grouts for Tile Installation

A118.7-10 High Performance Cement Grouts for Tile

Installation

A118.10-08 Load-bearing, Bonded, Waterproof Membranes for

Thin-Set Ceramic Tile and Dimension Stone

Installation

A137.1-12 Ceramic Tile

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

A185/A185M-07 Steel Welded Wire Fabric, Plain, for Concrete

Reinforcing

C241/C241M-13 Abrasion Resistance of Stone Subjected to Foot

Traffic

C627-10 Evaluating Ceramic Floor Tile Installation

Systems Using the Robinson-Type Floor Tester

C954-11 Steel Drill Screws for the Application of

Gypsum Board on Metal Plaster Base to Steel

Studs from 0.033 in (0.84 mm) to 0.112 in (2.84

mm) in thickness

C979/C979M-10 Pigments for Integrally Colored Concrete

C1002-07 Steel Self-Piercing Tapping Screws for the

Application of Panel Products

C1027-09 Determining “Visible Abrasion Resistance on

Glazed Ceramic Tile”

C1028-07e1 Determining the Static Coefficient of Friction of Ceramic Tile and Other Like Surfaces by the

Horizontal Dynamometer Pull Meter Method

C1178 /C1178M-11 Coated Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing

Panel

C1325-08b Non-Asbestos Fiber-Mat Reinforced Cementitious

Backer Units

D4397-10 Polyethylene Sheeting for Construction, Industrial and Agricultural Applications

D. Marble Institute of America (MIA): Design Manual 7.2-2011

E. South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD):

SCAQMD Rule 1168 (1989/R2005) Adhesive and Sealant Applications

F. Tile Council of North America, Inc. (TCNA):

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Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 TILE

A. Comply with ANSI A137.1, Standard Grade, except as modified:

1. Inspection procedures listed under the Appendix of ANSI A137.1.

2. Abrasion Resistance Classification: Tested in accordance with values listed in Table 1, ASTM C1027.

3. Slip Resistant Tile for Floors - Coefficient of friction, when tested in accordance with ASTM C1028, required for level of performance: Not less than 0.7 (wet condition) for bathing areas.

4. Factory Blending: For tile with color variations, within the ranges selected during sample submittals blend tile in the factory and package so tile units taken from one package show the same range in colors as those taken from other packages and match approved samples.

5. Factory-Applied Temporary Protective Coating:

a. Protect exposed face surfaces (top surface) of tile against adherence of mortar and grout by pre-coating with a continuous film of petroleum paraffin wax, applied hot.

b. Do not coat unexposed tile surfaces.

c. Pre-wax tiles set or grouted with furan or epoxy or latex modified mortars.

C. Unglazed Quarry Tile: Nominal 13 mm (1/2 inch) thick, square edges.

D. Glazed Wall Tile: Cushion edges, glazing, as specified on drawing A-

602, Finish Schedule.

E. Porcelain Paver Tile: Nominal 8 mm (5/16 inch) thick, cushion edges.

Produce porcelain tile by the dust pressed method made of approximately

50 percent feldspar; the remaining 50 percent to be made up of various high-quality light firing ball clays yielding a tile with a water absorption rate of 0.5 percent or less and a breaking strength of between 390 to 400 pounds.

F. Trim Shapes:

1. Conform to applicable requirements of adjoining floor and wall tile.

2. Use trim shapes sizes specified on drawing A-602, Finish Schedule.

2.2 CEMENTITIOUS BACKER UNITS

A. Use behind all wall and ceiling tile.

B. Comply to ASTM C1325.

C. Joint materials for Cementitious Backer Units:

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1. Reinforcing Tape: Vinyl coated woven glass fiber mesh tape, open weave, 50 mm (2 inches) wide. Tape with pressure sensitive adhesive backing will not be permitted.

2. Tape Embedding Material: Latex-Portland cement mortar complying with

ANSI A108.1.

3. Joint material, including reinforcing tape, and tape embedding material, must be as specifically recommended by the backer unit manufacturer.

2.3 FASTENERS

A. Screws for Cementitious Backer Units:

1. Standard screws for gypsum board are not acceptable.

2. Minimum 11 mm (7/16 inch) diameter head, corrosion resistant coated, with washers.

3. ASTM C954 for steel 1 mm (0.033 inch) thick.

4. ASTM C1002 for steel framing less than 0.0329 inch thick.

B. Washers: Galvanized steel, 13 mm (1/2 inch) minimum diameter.

2.5 SETTING MATERIALS OR BOND COATS

A. Conform to TCA Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation.

B. Portland Cement Mortar: ANSI A108.1B.

C. Latex-Portland Cement Mortar: ANSI A118.4.

1. For wall applications, provide non-sagging, latex-Portland cement mortar complying with ANSI A118.4.

2. Prepackaged Dry-Mortar Mix: Factory-prepared mixture of Portland cement; dry, re-dispersible, ethylene vinyl acetate additive; and other ingredients to which only water needs to be added at Project site.

D. Dry-Set Portland Cement Mortar: ANSI A108.5 and ANSI A118.1; floor installation only.

1. Contractor Option: Latex-Portland cement mortar.

2.6 GROUTING MATERIALS

C. Latex-Portland Cement Grout: ANSI A118.7 color as specified.

1. Unsanded grout mixture for joints 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) and narrower.

2. Sanded grout mixture for joints 3.2 mm (1/8 inch) and wider.

3. Color: To be selected by Architect from Manufacturer’s standard colors and per drawing A-602, Finish Schedule.

D. Grout Sealer: Grout manufacturer's standard silicone product for sealing grout joints and that does not change color or appearance of grout.

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2.7 PATCHING AND LEVELING COMPOUND

A. Portland cement base, polymer-modified, self-leveling compound, manufactured specifically for resurfacing and leveling concrete floors.

Products containing gypsum are not acceptable.

2.10 WATER

A. Clean, potable and free from salts and other injurious elements to mortar and grout materials.

2.11 CLEANING COMPOUNDS

A. Specifically designed for cleaning masonry and concrete and which will not prevent bond of subsequent tile setting materials including patching and leveling compounds and elastomeric waterproofing membrane and coat.

B. Materials containing acid or caustic material not acceptable.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Maintain environmental temperature and humidity within all manufacturers' recommendations.

3.2 ALLOWABLE TOLERANCE

A. Variation in plane of sub-floor, including concrete fills leveling compounds and mortar beds:

1. Not more than 1 in 500 (1/4 inch in 10 feet) from required elevation where Portland cement mortar setting bed is used.

2. Not more than 1 in 1000 (1/8 inch in 10 feet) where dry-set Portland cement, and latex-Portland cement mortar setting beds and chemical-resistant bond coats are used.

B. Variation in Plane of Wall Surfaces:

1. Not more than 1 in 400 (1/4 inch in eight feet) from required plane where Portland cement mortar setting bed is used.

2. Not more than 1 in 800 (1/8 inch in eight feet) where dry-set or latex-Portland cement mortar or organic adhesive setting materials is used.

3.3 SURFACE PREPARATION

A. Cleaning New Concrete or Masonry:

1. Chip out loose material, clean off all oil, grease dirt, adhesives, curing compounds, and other deterrents to bonding by mechanical method, or by using products specifically designed for cleaning concrete and masonry.

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2. Use self-contained power blast cleaning systems to remove curing compounds and steel trowel finish from concrete slabs where ceramic tile will be installed directly on concrete surface with thin-set materials.

3. Steam cleaning or the use of acids and solvents for cleaning will not be permitted.

B. Patching and Leveling:

1. Mix and apply patching and leveling compound in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

2. Fill holes and cracks and align concrete floors that are out of required plane with patching and leveling compound.

a. Thickness of compound as required to bring finish tile system to elevation shown.

b. Float finish except finish smooth for elastomeric waterproofing.

c. At substrate expansion, isolation, and other moving joints, allow joint of same width to continue through underlayment.

3. Apply patching and leveling compound to concrete and masonry wall surfaces that are out of required plane.

4. Apply leveling coats of material compatible with wall surface and tile setting material to wall surfaces, other than concrete and masonry that are out of required plane.

C. Mortar Bed for Slopes to Drains:

1. Slope compound to drain where drains are shown.

2. Install mortar bed in depressed slab sloped to drains not less than

1 in 200 (1/16 inch per foot).

3. Allow not less than 50 mm (2 inch) depression at edge of depressed slab.

4. Screed for slope to drain and float finish.

5. Cure mortar bed for not less than seven days. Do not use curing compounds or coatings.

D. Additional preparation of concrete floors for tile set with waterproof and crack isolation membrane to be in accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions.

E. Walls:

1. In showers or other wet areas cover studs with polyethylene sheet.

2. Apply patching and leveling compound to concrete and masonry surfaces that are out of required plane.

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3. Apply leveling coats of material compatible with wall surface and tile setting material to wall surfaces, other than concrete and masonry that are out of required plane.

4. Apply waterproof membrane in accordance with manufacturer’s printed instructions.

3.4 CEMENTITIOUS BACKER UNITS

A. Remove polyethylene wrapping from cementitious backer units and separate to allow for air circulation. Allow moisture content of backer units to dry down to a maximum of 35 percent before applying joint treatment and tile.

B. Install in accordance with ANSI A108.11 except as specified otherwise.

3.7 METAL DIVIDER STRIPS

A. Install metal divider strips in floor joints between ceramic and quarry tile floors and between tile floors and adjacent flooring of other materials where the finish floors are flush unless shown otherwise.

B. Set divider strip in mortar bed to line and level centered under doors or in openings.

3.8 CERAMIC TILE - GENERAL

A. Comply with ANSI A108 series of tile installation standards in

"Specifications for Installation of Ceramic Tile" applicable to methods of installation.

B. Comply with TCNA Installation Guidelines:

D. Setting Beds or Bond Coats:

1. Set floor tile in elastomeric bond coat over elastomeric membrane

ANSI 108.13, TCA System F122.

2. Set wall tile installed over concrete backer board in latex-Portland cement mortar, ANSI A108.1B.

2. Set trim shapes in same material specified for setting adjoining tile.

E. Workmanship:

1. Comply with all ANSI 108, 118, 136, and 137 requirements.

2. Joints:

a. Keep all joints in line, straight, level, perpendicular and of even width unless shown otherwise.

b. Make joints 2 mm (1/16 inch) wide for glazed wall tile and mosaic tile work.

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c. Make joints in quarry tile work not less than 6 mm (1/4 inch) nor more than 9 mm (3/8 inch) wide; finish joints flush with surface of tile.

d. Make joints in paver tile, porcelain type; maximum 3 mm (1/8 inch) wide.

3. Back Buttering: For installations indicated below, obtain 100 percent mortar coverage by complying with applicable special requirements for back buttering of tile in referenced ANSI A108 series of tile installation standards:

a. Tile wall installations in wet areas.

b. Tile wall installations composed of tiles 200 by 200 mm (8 by 8 inches or larger.

3.9 GROUTING

A. Grout Type and Location: See drawing A-602, Finish Schedule.

B. Workmanship:

1. Install and cure grout in accordance with the applicable standard.

3.10 MOVEMENT JOINTS

A. Prepare tile expansion, isolation, construction and contraction joints for installation of sealant. Refer to Section 07 92 00, JOINT SEALANTS.

B. TCA details EJ 171.

3.11 CLEANING

A. Thoroughly sponge and wash tile.

B. Polish glazed surfaces with clean dry cloths.

C. Methods and materials used must not damage or impair appearance of tile surfaces.

D. The use of acid or acid cleaners on glazed tile surfaces is prohibited.

E. Clean tile as recommended by the manufacturer of the grout and bond coat.

F. Apply grout sealer.

3.12 PROTECTION

A. Keep traffic off tile floor, until grout and setting material is firmly set and cured.

B. Where traffic occurs over tile floor, cover tile floor with not less than 9 mm (3/8 inch) thick plywood, wood particle board, or hardboard securely taped in place. Do not remove protective cover until time for final inspection. Clean tile of any tape, adhesive and stains.

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3.13 TESTING FINISH FLOOR

A. Test floors in accordance with ASTM C627 to show compliance with codes

1 through 10.

ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS

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SECTION 09 51 00

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Metal ceiling suspension system for acoustical ceilings.

B. Acoustical units.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Color, pattern, and location of each type of acoustical unit:

1. Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

B. Access doors in adhesive applied tile: Section 08 31 13, ACCESS DOORS

AND FRAMES

1.3 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Seismic Performance: Acoustical ceiling must withstand the effects of earthquake motions determined according to ASCE/SEI 7.

B. Surface-Burning Characteristics: Comply with ASTM E84; testing by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

1. Flame-Spread Index: Comply with ASTM E1264 for Class A materials.

2. Smoke-Developed Index: 25 or less.

F. Steel Suspension System - Recycled Content: Recycled Content: minimum

20 percent pre-consumer recycled content.

G. VOC Emissions: Provide low VOC products that comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health

Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic

Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental

Chambers."

1.4 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Materials in this section may contribute towards contract compliance with sustainability requirements. See Section 01 81 13, SUSTAINABLE

CONSTRUCTION REQUIRMENTS, for project local/regional materials, low-emitting materials, recycled content, certified wood requirements.

B. Biobased Material: For products designated by the USDA’s BioPreferred® program, provide products that meet or exceed USDA recommendations for biobased content, subject to the products compliance with performance requirements in this Section. For more information regarding the product categories covered by the BioPreferred® program, visit http://www.biopreferred.gov.

http://www.biopreferred.gov/

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1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT

DATA, AND SAMPLES.

B. Provide documentation of conformance with performance requirements of this section.

C. Samples:

1. Acoustical units, each type, with label indicating conformance to specification requirements.

D. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Ceiling suspension system, each type, showing complete details of installation.

2. Acoustical units, each type.

E. Manufacturer's Certificates: Acoustical units, each type, in accordance with specification requirements.

1.6 DEFINITIONS

A. Standard definitions as defined in ASTM C634.

B. Terminology as defined in ASTM E1264.

1.7 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Publications listed below form a part of this specification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by the basic designation only. Comply with applicable provisions and recommendations of the following, except as otherwise shown or specified.

B. American Society of Civil Engineers/Structural Engineering Institute

(ASCE/SEI):

ASCE/SEI-7-10 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other

Structures

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM):

A641/A641M-09a Zinc-coated (Galvanized) Carbon Steel Wire

C423-09a Sound Absorption and Sound Absorption

Coefficients by the Reverberation Room Method

C634-11 Standard Terminology Relating to Environmental

Acoustics

C635/C635M-13 Metal Suspension Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panel Ceilings

C636/C636M-13 Installation of Metal Ceiling Suspension

Systems for Acoustical Tile and Lay-in Panels

E84-13a Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

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E413-10 Classification for Rating Sound Insulation.

E1264-08c1 Classification for Acoustical Ceiling Products

E1414/E1414M-11a Airborne Sound Attenuation Between Rooms

Sharing a Common Ceiling Plenum

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to the site in the manufacturer's original unopened containers with brand name and type clearly marked

B. Carefully handle and store materials in dry, watertight enclosures.

C. Immediately before installation, store acoustical units for not less than 24 hours at the same temperature and relative humidity as the space where they will be installed in order to assure proper temperature and moisture acclimation.

1.9 ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Maintain a uniform temperature of not less than 16 degrees C (60 degrees F) nor more than 29 degrees C 85 degrees F and a relative humidity of not more than 70 percent for 24 hours before, during, and

24 hours after installation of acoustical units.

1.10 SCHEDULING

A. Complete and dry interior finish work such as plastering, concrete and terrazzo work before ceiling installation.

B. Complete mechanical, electrical, and other work above the ceiling line;

install and start operating heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems in order to maintain temperature and humidity requirements.

PART 2- PRODUCTS

2.1 METAL SUSPENSION SYSTEM

A. ASTM C635, heavy-duty system, except as otherwise specified.

B. Exposed grid suspension system and wall molding:

1. Exposed grid width not less than 22 mm (7/8 inch) with not less than

8 mm (5/16 inch) panel bearing surface.

2.2 WIRE

A. Conform to ASTM A641, Class 1.

B. Wire Hangers: Minimum diameter 2.68 mm (0.1055 inch).

C. Bracing Wires: Minimum diameter 3.43 mm (0.1350 inch).

2.3 ACOUSTICAL UNITS

A. General:

1. Provide panels complying with ASTM E1264; Class A Flame Spread per

ASTM E84.

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2. Minimum NRC (Noise Reduction Coefficient): 0.55 unless specified otherwise; ASTM C423.

3. Minimum CAC (Ceiling Attenuation Class): 38 unless specified otherwise: ASTM E1414.

4. Manufacturers standard finish, minimum Light Reflectance (LR) coefficient of 0.75 on the exposed surfaces, except as specified otherwise in Section 09 06 00, SCHEDULE FOR FINISHES.

5. Lay-in Panels: Sizes as shown, with square edges.

2.4 ACCESS IDENTIFICATION

A. Markers:

1. Use colored markers with pressure sensitive adhesive on one side.

2. Make colored markers of paper or plastic, 6 to 9 mm (1/4 to 3/8 inch) in diameter.

B. Use markers of the same diameter throughout building.

C. Color Code: Use following color markers for service identification:

COLOR SERVICE

Red Sprinkler System: Valves and Controls

Green Domestic Water: Valves and Controls

Yellow Chilled Water and Heating Water

Orange Ductwork: Fire Dampers

Blue Ductwork: Dampers and Controls

Black Gas: Laboratory, Medical, Air and Vacuum

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CEILING TREATMENT

A. Lay out acoustical units symmetrically about center lines of each room or space unless shown otherwise on reflected ceiling plan; miter corners or install corner caps.

B. Moldings:

1. Install metal wall molding at perimeter of room, column, or edge at vertical surfaces.

2. Install special shaped…