13CD Specs 1of2.pdf

JULY 26, 2022

100% WORKING DRAWINGS

SPECIFICATIONS

RENOVATE BUILDING 13CD FOR

RESIDENTIAL SUSBSTANCE ABUSE

Volume 1 –(Divisions 00 through 14)

VA Project #620-20-106

PREPARED FOR:

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS NETWORK

MONTROSE VA MEDICAL CENTER

2094 ALBANY POST ROAD,

MONTROSE, NY 10548-1454

PREPARED BY:

CB DESIGN GROUP, INC.

421 King St., Suite 301

Alexandria, VA 22314

JULY 26, 2022

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Montrose VA Medical Center 100% Working Drawings Submission

Renovate Building 13CD July 26, 2022 VA Project No.:602-20-106

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

SECTION NO. DIVISION AND SECTION TITLES DATE

VOLUME 1

DIVISION 00 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 01 15 List of Drawing Sheets 05-20

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 00 General Requirements 01-21

01 32 16.15 Project Schedules (Small Projects – Design/Bid/Build 03-20

01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 05-17

01 35 26 Safety Requirements 07-20

01 42 19 Reference Standards 11-20

01 45 00 Quality Control 02-21

01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services 11-18

01 57 19 Temporary Environmental Controls 01-21

01 58 16 Temporary Interior Signage 07-15

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 01-21

01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 10-17

01 91 00 General Commissioning Requirements 10-15

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 08-17

02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 01-21

02 82 11.01 Hazmat Survey

02 83 33.13 Lead-Based Paint Removal and Disposal 01-21

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 01-21

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

04 05 13 Masonry Mortaring 10-17

04 05 16 Masonry Grouting 01-21

04 20 00 Unit Masonry 08-17

04 72 00 Cast Stone Masonry 01-21

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 08-18

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DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry 10-17

06 20 00 Finish Carpentry 01-21

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 13 00 Sheet Waterproofing 01-21

07 21 13 Thermal Insulation 01-21

07 22 00 Roof and Deck Insulation 01-21

07 27 26 Fluid-Applied Membrane Air Barrier 01-21

07 53 23 Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer (EPDM)Roofing 01-21

07 60 00 Flashing and Sheet Metal 01-21

07 71 00 Roof Specialties 01-21

07 72 00 Roof Accessories 01-21

07 81 00 Applied Fireproofing 10-17

07 84 00 Firestopping 01-21

07 92 00 Joint Sealants 10-17

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 01-21

08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 01-21

08 17 10 Integrated Door Assemblies 01-21

08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 01-21

08 51 13 Aluminum Windows

08 51 23 Steel Windows

08 56 19 Pass Windows

08 71 00 Door Hardware 01-21

08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators 01-21

08 80 00 Glazing 01-21

08 81 13 Decorative Glass Glazing -

08 90 00 Louvers and Vents 01-21

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 05 16 Subsurface Preparation for Floor Finishes 01-21

09 06 00 Schedule for Finishes 01-21

09 22 16 Non-Structural Metal Framing 06-18

09 29 00 Gypsum Board 04-20

09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 01-21

09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 12-18

09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 01-21

09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring 05-18

09 72 00 Wall Coverings 09-19

09 72 16 Vinyl-Coated Fabric Wall Coverings 01-21

09 91 00 Painting 01-21

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

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10 14 00 Signage 01-21

10 21 23 Cubicle Curtain Tracks 01-21

10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 01-21

10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 01-21

10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-18

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 05 12 General Motor Requirements for Equipment 01-21

11 73 00 Ceiling Mounted Patient Lift System 08-20

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 24 00 Window Shades 08-17

12 32 00 Manufactured Wood Casework 09-15

12 36 00 Countertops 12-18

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-Structural

Components

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DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPEMENT

Not Used

VOLUME 2

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 08 00 Commissioning of Fire Suppression Systems

21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 06-15

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 09-20

22 05 19 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping 09-20

22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 09-20

22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 09-19

22 08 00 Commissioning of Plumbing Systems 09-19

22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 09-15

22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 09-20

22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 09-15

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 02-20

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23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam

Generation Equipment

02-20

23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and

Equipment

02-20

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 02-20

23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-20

23 08 00 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 02-20

23 09 23 Direct – Digital Control System for HVAC 09-11

23 21 13 Hydronic Piping 02-20

23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps 02-20

23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Piping 02-20

23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 02-20

23 25 00 HVAC Water Treatment 02-20

23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casing 02-20

23 34 00 HVAC Fans 02-20

23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 02-20

23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 02-20

23 40 00 HVAC Air Cleaning Devices 02-20

23 64 00 Packaged Water Chillers 03-20

23 73 00 Indoor Central-Station Air-Handling Units 03-20

23 81 00 Decentralized Unitary HVAC Equipment 03-20

23 82 00 Convection Heating and Cooling Units 03-20

23 82 16 Air Coils 03-20

DIVISION 25 – INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 01-16

26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 01-17

26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 01-17

26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 01-18

26 09 23 Lighting Controls 01-18

26 24 16 Panelboards 01-18

26 27 26 Wiring Devices 01-18

26 29 11 Motor Controllers

26 29 21 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 01-17

26 43 13 Surge Protective Devices 01-17

26 51 00 Interior Lighting 01-18

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 11 Requirements for Communications Installations 09-19

27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 06-15

27 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Communications Systems 10-18

27 10 00 Control, Communication and Signal Wiring 06-15

27 11 00 Communications Equipment Room Fittings 06-15

27 15 00 Communications Structured Cabling 01-16

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27 51 19 Sound Masking Equipment 06-15

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security

28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and

Security

28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and

Security

28 31 00 Fire Detection and Alarm System

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 31 21 Aluminum Louver Fencing

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION

DIVISION 48 – Electrical Power Generation

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SECTION 00 01 15

LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

The drawings listed below accompanying this specification form a part of the contract.

Drawing No. Title

GENERAL

GI100 Cover Sheet

GI101 General Index Sheet

GI200 Symbols, Abbreviations & Notes

GI300 General LEED Plan & Credit Summary

GI301 LEED Credit Summary

GI302 Typical Mounting Heights & Dimensioning

Conventions

GENERAL CONTRACT

GC200 Existing Condition Plan- Basement

GC201 Existing Condition Plan- Ground Level

GC202 Existing Condition Plan- Level 13CD

GC203 Existing Condition Plan- Penthouse

GC204 Existing Condition Plan- Roof

GC400 ICRA Plan

LIFE SAFETY

LS001 Life Safety Building Codes Analysis

LS002 Life Safety Building Codes Analysis

LS101 Life Safety Floor Plan – Second Floor 13CD

HAZARDOW MATERIAL

HZ101 Hazardous Material Extent Drawing

HZ102 Hazardous Material Extent Drawing

ARCHITECTURAL DEMOLITION

AD101 Demolition Plan – Level 2

AD102 Demolition Plan – Penthouse

AD103 Architectural RCP Demolition

AD104 Demolition Details

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ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN

AS100 Architectural Site Plan

AS101 Fenced louver Plan, Elevations, and Details

ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS

AE101 Architectural Floor Plan - Basement

AE102 Architectural Floor Plan – Second Floor Overall

AE102A Partial Floor Plan – Area A

AE102B Partial Floor Plan – Area B

AE102C Partial Floor Plan – Area C

AE102D Partial Floor Plan – Area D

AE103 Architectural Floor Plan – Penthouse

AE104 Roof Plan

AE120 Room Finish Schedule

AE121 Finish Details

AE122 Finish Plan – Second Floor - Overall

AE122A Partial Finish Plan – Area A

AE122B Partial Finish Plan – Area B

AE122C Partial Finish Plan – Area C

AE122D Partial Finish Plan – Area D

AE122E Interior Finish Elevations

AE122F Interior Finish Elevations

AE132 Wall Protection Plan

AE132A Partial Wall Protection Plan – Area A

AE132B Partial Wall Protection Plan – Area B

AE132C Partial Wall Protection Plan – Area C

AE132D Partial Wall Protection Plan – Area D

AE301 Standard Partition Types

AE302 Room and Door Numbering Plan and Schedule

AE303 Window Schedule and Opening Details

AE501 Enlarged Plan Details – Patient Rooms

AE502 Enlarged Plan Details – Group Rooms / Day Room

AE503 Enlarged Plan Details – Staff Area

AE504 Enlarged Plan / Interior Elevations – Nurse

Station, Satellite

AE505 Enlarged Plan / Interior Elevations – Nurse

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Station, Main

AE506 Enlarged Plans / Interior Elevations - Toilets

AE601 Interior Elevations – Patient Rooms

AE603 Interior Elevations – Group Rooms / Day Room

AE604 Interior Elevations – Staff Areas

AE700 Reflected Ceiling Plans

AE700A Partial Reflected Ceiling Plan – Area A

AE700B Partial Reflected Ceiling Plan – Area B

AE700C Partial Reflected Ceiling Plan – Area C

AE700D Partial Reflected Ceiling Plan – Area D

AE800 Sign Plan

AE801 Sign Types

AE802 Sign Schedule

AE900 Millwork Details

AE901 Millwork Details

AE902 Ceiling Details

AE903 Interior / Exterior Details

AE904 Partition head Details

EQUIPMENT

QH100 Equipment Schedule

QH102 Equipment Plan – Second Floor Overall

QH102A Equipment Plan – Area A

QH102B Equipment Plan – Area B

QH102C Equipment Plan – Area C

QH102D Equipment Plan – Area D

EQUIPMENT HOSPITAL

QH501 Enlarged Equipment Plans – Group Rooms

QH502 Enlarged Equipment Plans – Patient Rooms

QH503 Enlarged Equipment Plans – Staff/Toilet

STRUCTURAL

S-001 General Structural Notes

S-101 Partial Roof Framing Plan

S-201 Exterior Foundations – Sections and Details

S-301 Framing Section and Details

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MECHANICAL

M-001 Mechanical General Notes and Design Criteria

M-002 Mechanical Abbreviations and Legends

MD102 HVAC Second Floor Demolition Plan

MD103 HVAC Penthouse Demolition Plan

M-100 HVAC Basement New Work Plan

M-102 HVAC Second Floor New Work Plan

M-102A Mechanical Ductwork – Second Floor – Area A

M-102B Mechanical Ductwork – Second Floor – Area B

M-102C Mechanical Ductwork – Second Floor – Area C

M-102D Mechanical Ductwork – Second Floor – Area D

M-103 HVAC Penthouse New Work Plan

M-104 HVAC Penthouse Coordination Floor Plan

MP-102 Mechanical Second Floor – Overall Piping Plan

MP-102A Mechanical Piping – Second Floor – Area A

MP-102B Mechanical Piping – Second Floor – Area B

MP-102C Mechanical Piping – Second Floor – Area C

MP-102D Mechanical Piping – Second Floor – Area D

MP-104 Mechanical Piping – Roof Plan

M-301 Mechanical Sections

M-501 Mechanical Details

M-502 Mechanical Details

M-503 Mechanical Details

M-504 Mechanical Details

M-601 Mechanical Schedules

M-602 Mechanical Schedules

M-801 AHU Control Schematic

M-802 Chilled Water Controls Schematic

M-803 Mechanical Controls Plans

PLUMBING

P-001 Plumbing General Notes, Abbreviations, And

Legends

P-002 Plumbing Schedules

PD102A Plumbing Second Floor Demolition Plan- Area A

PD102B Plumbing Second Floor Demolition Plan- Area B

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PD102C Plumbing Second Floor Demolition Plan- Area C

PD102D Plumbing Second Floor Demolition Plan- Area D

PD103 Plumbing Attic Demolition Plan

P-101 Plumbing Underfloor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent Overall

P-101A Plumbing Underfloor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area A

P-101B Plumbing Underfloor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area B

P-101C Plumbing Underfloor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area C

P-101D Plumbing Underfloor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area D

P-102 Plumbing Second floor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent Overall

P-102A Plumbing Second floor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area A

P-102B Plumbing Second floor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area B

P-102C Plumbing Second floor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area C

P-102D Plumbing Second floor New Work Plan- Sanitary &

Vent - Area D

P-103 Plumbing penthouse New Work Plan – Sanitary and

Vent

P-112 Second floor New Work Plan - Water

P-112A Second floor New Work Plan - Water - Area A

P-112B Second floor New Work Plan - Water - Area B

P-112C Second floor New Work Plan - Water - Area C

P-112D Second floor New Work Plan - Water - Area D

P-113 Plumbing Penthouse New Work Plan - Water

P-501 Plumbing Details

P-601 Sanitary and Vent Isometric

P-602 Cold and Hot Water Isometric

FIRE PROTECTION

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FA001 Fire Alarm Abbreviations, Legends, And General

Notes

FD101 Fire Alarm Demolition Plan – Level 2 – Overall

FA101 Fire Alarm New Plan – Level 2 - Overall

FA102 Fire Alarm New Plan – Attic - Overall

FA501 Fire Alarms Details

FX001 Fire Suppression Abbreviations, Legends, And

General Notes

FD111 Fire Suppression Demolition Plan – Level 2 –

Overall

FX101 Fire Suppression New Plan - Level 2- Overall

FX102 Fire Suppression New Plan – Attic – Overall

FX501 Fire Suppression Details

ELECTRICAL

E-001 Electrical General Notes and Abbreviations

E-002 Electrical Legend

ED-102 Electrical Second Floor Demolition Plan

E-102 Lighting Plan – Second Floor - Overall

E-102A Lighting Plan – Second Floor - Area A

E-102B Lighting Plan – Second Floor - Area B

E-102C Lighting Plan – Second Floor - Area C

E-102D Lighting Plan – Second Floor - Area D

E-112 Power Plan – Second Floor - Overall

E-112A Power Plan – Second Floor - Area A

E-112B Power Plan – Second Floor - Area B

E-112C Power Plan – Second Floor - Area C

E-112D Power Plan – Second Floor - Area D

E-120 Mechanical Basement Power Plan

E-122 Mechanical Power Plan

E-123 Mechanical Penthouse Power Plan

E-501 Electrical Details

E-502 Electrical Details

E-600 Electrical Feeder Schedules

E-601 Electrical One-Line Diagram

E-611 Luminaire Schedule

E-612 Mechanical Equipment Schedule

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E-621 Panelboard Schedules

TECHNOLOGY

T-001 Telecommunication General Notes Abbreviations &

Legend

TD102 Second Floor Special Systems Demolition Plan

T-102 Second Floor – Special Systems - Overall

T-102A Second Floor – Special Systems - Area A

T-102B Second Floor – Special Systems - Area B

T-102C Second Floor – Special Systems - Area C

T-102D Second Floor – Special Systems - Area D

T-501 Special Systems Details

T-502 Special Systems Details

T-601 Special Systems Riser Diagram

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.1 GENERAL INTENTION

1.2 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

1.4 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

1.7 FIRE SAFETY

1.8 HOT WORK PERMIT

1.85 ELECITRCAL WORK PERMIT

1.9 OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS

1.10 ALTERATIONS

1.11 INFECTION PREVENTION MEASURES

1.12 DISPOSAL AND RETENTION

1.13 PROTECTION OF EXISTING VEGETATION, STRUCTURES, EQUIPMENT,

UTILITIES, AND IMPROVEMENTS

1.14 RESTORATION

1.15 PHYSICAL DATA

1.16 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (NOT APPLICABLE)

1.17 LAYOUT OF WORK

1.18 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

1.19 USE OF ROADWAYS

1.20 TEMPORARY USE OF EXISTING ELEVATORS (NOT APPLICABLE)

1.21 TEMPORARY TOILETS

1.22 AVAILABILITY AND USE OF UTILITY SERVICES

1.23 NEW TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT (NOT APPLICABLE)

1.25 INSPECTION AND TESTS

1.26 INSTRUCTIONS

1.27 GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY (NOT APPLICABLE)

1.28 RELOCATED EQUIPMENT ITEMS

1.29 HISTORIC PRESERVATION

1.30 SMOKE BARRIER PENETRATION PERMIT

1.31 CONTRACTOR PARKING

1.32 CONTRACTOR IDENTIFICATION BADGES

1.33 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

1.34 ACCESS INTO KEYED AREAS

1.35 PROTECTIVE CLOTHING/EQUIPMENT

1.36 FEDERAL POLICE

1.37 LOST AND FOUND

1.38 REMOVAL OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

1.39 SEXUAL HARASSMENT

1.40 DRUGS AND ALCOHOL

1.41 FIREARMS AND EXPLOSIVES

1.42 INJURY ACCIDENTS

1.43 RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

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1.44 DUST AND FUME CONTROL

1.45 NOISE

1.46 INSPECTION AND APPROVAL

1.47 SUBMITTALS

1.48 CONTRACT WORK HOURS

1.49 CONSTRUCTION SIGN

1.50 SAFETY SIGN (Not Applicable)

1.51 CONSTRUCTION DIGITAL IMAGES (Not Applicable)

1.52 SCHEDULES FOR CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

1.53 MINIMUM HOURLY RATE OF WAGES

1.54 VA TRIRIGA CPMS

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 GENERAL INTENTION

A. Contractor shall completely prepare site for building operations, including demolition and removal of existing structures, and furnish labor and materials and perform work for the Renovate

Building 13CD for the Residential Substance Abuse project (#620-

20-106)as required by drawings and specifications.

B. Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment with the Medical Center Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR).

Michael Azzara/COR

254-350-8671

Michael.Azzara2@va.gov

FDR VA Medical Center

Network Contracting Office 2

2094 Albany Post Road

Montrose, NY 10548-1454

C. Testing of materials is the responsibility of the Contractor. All testing is to be performed by a qualified, licensed testing laboratory selected by the Contractor, approved by the

Contracting Officer. Before placement and installation of work subject to tests by testing laboratory, the Contractor shall notify the COR in sufficient time to enable testing laboratory personnel to be present at the site in time for proper taking and testing of specimens and field inspection, if elected, by COR.

Prior notice shall be not less than three workdays unless otherwise designated by the COR.

D. The construction site (and staging areas when required) shall be enclosed with a chain link fence during construction to ensure pedestrian and vehicle safety. Furthermore, the Contractor shall, at all times, maintain at least one clear lane for vehicle ingress and egress, and emergency vehicle access. The Contractor shall provide unimpeded access for vehicles at all times. This

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01 00 00 -2 shall be accomplished by the use of flagmen, signage, and other directional indicators.

E. The Contractor shall procure an independent utility mark-out service to locate, and mark buried utilities, VA and others, in the construction area. Dig safe regulations of state and local regulatory agencies shall be complied with.

F. All employees of general contractor, subcontractors, and sub-subcontractors shall comply with VA security management program and obtain permission of the VA police, be identified with a VA issued photo ID, and restricted from unauthorized access. All contractor visitors and employees identified as not having proper identification will be dismissed from the Medical Center grounds until such time as proper ID has been obtained. All employees of the general contractor, subcontractors and sub-subcontractors will be required to be made available to Police Service at the

FDR, Montrose Campus to apply for photo identification badge and fingerprinting following badge production the employee shall return in person to receive issue of the badge. The Contractor and subcontractors are responsible to furnish the names of all employees scheduled to work to the COR within ten days of the

Notice to Proceed. The contractor shall identify on the construction schedule of work the date for start of work of short-term specialty subcontractors and two weeks prior to start of work process identification badge verification for employee issue prior to starting of work (Employees not issued identification badges will have to leave the site at no addition cost to the government). Refer to Section # 013323 SAMPLES AND

SHOP DRAWINGS.

G. Prior to commencing work, general contractor shall provide proof that a OSHA certified “competent person” (CP) (29 CFR

1926.20(b)(2) will maintain a presence at the work site whenever the general or subcontractors are present.

H. Training:

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1. Beginning July 31, 2005, all employees of general contractor or subcontractors shall have the 30-hour for the Competent

Person(s) and all others shall have 10-hour OSHA certified

Construction Safety course and /or other relevant competency training, as determined by VA CP with input from the ICRA team.

2. Submit training records of all such employees for approval before the start of work. Refer to Section #013323 SAMPLES

AND SHOP DRAWINGS.

I. Superintendent and Project Manager

1. The Superintendent shall be an employee of the Prime contractor or in writing assign a worksite competent superintending with authority to act as the contractor, responsible for the day-to-day operations at the construction site, planning, quality control, verification of delivery of approved material and equipment, subcontractor coordination responsibilities and execution of the complete project as per the contract documents. The superintendent shall have no hands-on construction interaction. In addition, the superintendent shall provide proof to the COR regarding completion of 30-hour OSHA.

2. The Superintendent shall sign-in at the beginning of each day of work and Sign-out at the end of the workday at the

Office of Engineering Service. No work shall be performed by any contractors or subcontractors without the presence of the superintendent at the actual work site.

3. The Superintendent shall be responsible for submitting daily work logs to the COR at the end of every workday.

4. The Prime contractor shall provide services of a Project manager whose responsibilities would include but not be limited to providing support to the Superintendent at the job site and shall be responsible for finance related tasks and scheduling.

5. Engineering Service Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

6. Off-duty hours check-in shall be arranged with the COR.

J. Dig Permit

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1. The contractor shall complete the VA dig permit with the COR and submit the Dig Safe notification prior to start of any excavation work.

K. Electrical Work Permit

The contractor shall complete the VA Electrical Work Permit with the COR/COR and submit to the COR/COR a minimum of 48 hours prior to start of electrical work within the facility.

L. The contractor shall have all employees working on this project have a background testing for Tuberculosis with results available upon request from the Medical Center. The contractor will provide a signed memo stating the employee’s name and date of last Tuberculosis test on company letter head.

M. Offices of CB Design Group, Inc., as Architect-Engineers, will render certain technical services during construction. Such services shall be considered as advisory to the Government and shall not be construed as expressing or implying a contractual act of the Government without affirmations by Contracting Officer or his duly authorized representative.

1.2 STATEMENT OF BID ITEM(S)

A. Base Bid - The contractor will furnish all materials, equipment, supervision, and personnel necessary to accomplish the job for removal and installation of the work as shown on the drawings and perform work specified herein and comply with VA specifications and VA regulations, procedures, and conditions for work at the medical center and any applicable codes as per requirements of all governing agencies. Work shall include selective demolition and modifications of existing walls, ceilings, ductwork, registers, etc. debris disposal, all new work: ducts, ceiling systems, wall finishing, fire sprinkler and alarm work, electrical work, operational and final system testing and balancing and other related and ancillary work.

B. Contractor will be responsible to coordinate and schedule work to minimize to short duration and shall be expected to plan work typically during duty hours of the hospital other than utility

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01 00 00 -5 ties ins during off duty hours. Construction Phasing will be required to ensure that HVAC system equipment, associated components; fabricated ductwork is stored on site at the time of shutdown of the SPD department operations and timely manner to complete construction for re-activation of operations. Maintain all access to and egress from the buildings at all times for facility’s fire protection requirements and to meet the requirements of regulatory codes, laws, etc.

1.3 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONTRACTOR

A. AFTER AWARD OF CONTRACT, three (3) sets of specifications and drawings will be furnished.

B. Additional sets of drawings may be made by the Contractor, at

Contractor's expense, from reproducible sepia prints furnished by

Issuing Office. Such sepia prints shall be returned to the

Issuing Office immediately after printing is completed.

1.4 CONSTRUCTION SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Security Plan:

1. The security plan defines both physical and administrative security procedures that will remain effective for the entire duration of the project.

2. The General Contractor is responsible for assuring that all sub-contractors working on the project and their employees also comply with these regulations.

B. Security Procedures:

1. General Contractor’s employees shall not enter the project site without appropriate badge. They may also be subject to inspection of their personal effects when entering or leaving the project site.

2. For working outside the “regular hours” as defined in the contract, The General Contractor shall give 3-day notice to the Contracting Officer so that security arrangements can be provided for the employees. This notice is separate from any notices required for utility shutdown described later in this section.

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3. No photography of VA premises is allowed without written permission of the Contracting Officer.

4. VA reserves the right to close down or shut down the project site and order General Contractor’s employees off the premises in the event of a national emergency. The General Contractor may return to the site only with the written approval of the

Contracting Officer.

C. Key Control:

1. The General Contractor shall provide duplicate keys and lock combinations to the Project Engineer for the purpose of security inspections of every area of project including tool boxes and parked machines and take any emergency action.

2. The General Contractor shall turn over all permanent lock cylinders to the VA locksmith for permanent installation. See

Section 08 71 00, DOOR HARDWARE and coordinate.

D. Document Control:

1. Before starting any work, the General Contractor/Sub

Contractors shall submit an electronic security memorandum describing the approach to following goals and maintaining confidentiality of “sensitive information”.

2. The General Contractor is responsible for safekeeping of all drawings, project manual and other project information. This information shall be shared only with those with a specific need to accomplish the project.

4. Certain documents, sketches, videos or photographs and drawings may be marked “Law Enforcement Sensitive” or

“Sensitive Unclassified”. Secure such information in separate containers and limit the access to only those who will need it for the project. Return the information to the Contracting

Officer upon request.

5. These security documents shall not be removed or transmitted from the project site without the written approval of

Contracting Officer.

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6. All paper waste or electronic media such as CD’s and diskettes shall be shredded and destroyed in a manner acceptable to the

VA.

7. Notify Contracting Officer and Site Security Officer immediately when there is a loss or compromise of “sensitive information”.

8. All electronic information shall be stored in specified location following VA standards and procedures using an

Engineering Document Management Software (EDMS).

a. Security, access and maintenance of all project drawings, both scanned and electronic shall be performed and tracked through the EDMS system.

b. “Sensitive information” including drawings and other documents may be attached to e-mail provided all VA encryption procedures are followed.

E. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. Vehicle authorization request shall be required for any vehicle entering the site and such request shall be submitted

24 hours before the date and time of access. Access shall be restricted to picking up and dropping off materials and supplies.

2. Separate permits shall be issued for General Contractor and its employees for parking in designated areas only.

1.5 OSHA REQUIREMENTS-SAFETY AND HEALTH REGULATIONS

A. Contractors are required to comply with the Occupational Safety and Health Standard found in CFR 1910 and 1926. Copies of these statements can be acquired from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office Washington, D.C. 20420.

B. In addition, the Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Medical Center fire, safety, and security regulations, policies and procedures. Each of the Contractor's employees, inclusive of subcontractors and their employees will be required to read this section, sign, and acknowledge understanding. Signed

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C. Contractors involved with the removal, alteration, or disturbance of asbestos type insulation or materials will be required to comply strictly with the regulations found in CFR 1910.1001 and the appropriate EPA regulations regarding disposal of asbestos.

Assistance in identifying asbestos can be requested from the

Medical Center's Industrial Hygienist and the Project Engineer.

D. Contractors entering locations of asbestos contamination (i.e.

pipe basements) shall be responsible for providing respiratory protection to their employees and ensuring respirators are worn in accordance with OSHA (CFR 1910.1001(g)). Asbestos contaminated areas shall be defined on project drawings. The minimum equipment required shall be: a half-mask air-purifying respirator equipped with high efficiency filters and disposable Type coveralls.

E. Contractor, along with other submittals, and at least two weeks prior to bringing any materials on-site, must submit a complete list of chemicals the contractor will use and MSDS for all hazardous materials brought on-site.

F. Severe or constant violations may result in an immediate work stoppage or request for a Compliance Officer from the

Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

1.6 SPECIFIC MEDICAL CENTER FIRE & SAFETY POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND

REGULATIONS

A. INTRODUCTION

1. The safety and fire protection of patients, employees, members of the public and government is one of the continuous concerns of this Medical Center.

2. Contractors, their supervisors, and employees are required to comply with Medical Center policies to ensure the occupational safety and health of all. Failure to comply may result in work stoppage.

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3. While working at this Medical Center, contractors are responsible for the Occupational Safety and Health of their employees. Contractors are required to comply with the applicable OSHA standards found in 20 CFR 1910 for general industry and 29 CFR 1926 for construction. Failure to comply with these standards may result in work stoppage and a request to the Area director of OSHA for a compliance office to inspect the work site.

4. Contractors are to comply with the requirements found in the

National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) #241, "Building construction and Demolition Operation".

5. Questions regarding occupational safety and health issues can be addressed to the Medical Center Safety and Occupational

Health Specialist (ext. 5265 at Castle Point Campus) or

Industrial Hygienist (ext. 5265 at Castle Point Campus) (ext.

2321 at Montrose Campus).

B. FIRES

1. All fires must be reported. In the event of a fire in the work area, use the nearest pull box station and also notify

Medical Center staff in the immediate area. Emergency notification can also be accomplished by dialing ext. 2222 at

Montrose Campus. This is the fire department emergency phone only. Be sure to give the exact location from where you are calling. If a contractor has experienced a fire and it was rapidly extinguished, you still must notify the fire department (ext. 5333 at Castle Point Campus) (ext. 2332 at

Montrose Campus) so that an investigation of the fire can be accomplished. Delay in reporting a fire is unacceptable.

C. FIRE ALARMS, SMOKE DETECTION, AND SPRINKLER SYSTEM

1. If the nature of your work requires the deactivation of the fire alarm, smoke detection or sprinkler system, you must notify the Medical Center Fire Department. Notification must be made well in advance so that ample time can be allowed to deactivate the system and provide an alternative measure for

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Medical Center.

D. SMOKE DETECTORS

1. False alarms will not be tolerated. You are required to be familiar with the location of the smoke detectors in your work area. When performing cutting, burning, or welding or any other operation that may cause smoke or dust, you must take steps to temporarily cover smoke detectors in order to prevent false alarms. Failure to take the appropriate action will result in the Contracting Officer assessing actual costs for government response for each false alarm that is preventable.

Prior to covering the smoke detectors, the contractor will notify the VAMC Fire Department, who will also be notified when the covers are removed.

E. HOT WORK PERMIT

1. If the nature of the work requires the use of welding equipment, cutting torch, soldering equipment or the performance of processes which produce sparks, heat or combustion, it will be required that the contractor notify the

Project Engineer no less than one day in advance of such work.

The VAMC Fire Department will inspect the work area and issue a "Hot Work Permit" authorizing the performance of such work.

2. A "Hot Work Permit" will be issued only for the period necessary to perform such work. In the event the time necessary will exceed one day, a "Hot Work Permit" may be issued for the period needed; however, the VAMC Fire

Department will inspect the area daily.

3. Contractors will not be allowed to perform hot work processes without the appropriate permit.

F. TEMPORARY ENCLOSURES

1. Only non-combustible materials will be used to construct temporary enclosures for barriers at this Medical Center.

Plastic materials and fabrics used to construct dust barriers

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Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films.

G. FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS

1. All flammable liquids will be kept in approved safety containers. Only the amount necessary for your immediate work will be allowed in the building. Flammable liquids must be removed from the building at the end of each day.

H. COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS

1. Compressed gas shall be secured in an upright position at all times. A suitable cylinder cart will be used to transport compressed gas cylinders. Only those compressed gas cylinders necessary for immediate work will be allowed in occupied buildings. All others will be stored outside of buildings in a designated area. The contractor will comply with applicable standards for compressed gas cylinders found in 29 CFR 1910 and 1926 (OSHA).

I. INTERNAL COMBUSTION ENGINE-POWERED EQUIPMENT

1. Equipment powered by an internal combustion engine such as saws, compressors, generators, etc., will not be used in an occupied building. Special consideration may be given for unoccupied buildings only if the OSHA and NFPA requirements have been met.

J. POWER ACTIVATED TOOLS

1. In the event power activated tools are on the job site. Power activated tools will be kept in a secured manner at all times. When not in use, the tools will be kept locked up.

When in use, the operator will have the tool under his/her immediate control.

K. TOOLS

1. Under no circumstances are tools, equipment and other items of work to be left unattended for any reason. All tools, equipment and items of work must be under the immediate control of the employee.

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2. If for some reason a work area must be left unattended, then it will be required that the tools and other equipment be placed in an appropriate box or container and locked. All toolboxes, containers or any other devices used for the storage of tools and equipment will be provided with a latch and padlock. All toolboxes, containers or any other device used for the storage of tools and equipment will be locked at all times except for putting in and removing tools.

3. All doors to work areas will be closed and locked when rooms are left unattended. Failure to comply with this directive will be considered a violation of VA Regulation 1.218(b), "Failure to comply with signs of directive and restrictive nature posted for safety purposes", subject to a $50.00 fine.

Subsequent similar violations may result in both imposition of such a fine as well, as the Contracting Officer taking action under the Contract's "Accident Prevention Clause", (FAR 52.236-13) to suspend all contract work until such violations may be satisfactorily resolved or under FAR

52.236-5 "Material and Workmanship Clause" to remove from the work site any personnel deemed by the Contracting Officer to be careless to the point of jeopardizing the welfare of

Facility patients of staff.

4. The contractor must report to the VA Police Department, Extension 2509, any tools or equipment that is missing.

5. Tools and equipment found unattended will be confiscated and removed from the work area.

L. LADDERS

1. It is required that ladders not be left unattended in an upright position. Ladders must be attended at all times or taken down and securely chained to a stationary object.

M. SCAFFOLDS

1. All scaffolds will be attended at all times. When not in use, an effective barricade (fence) will be erected around the scaffold to prevent use by unauthorized personnel.

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N. EXCAVATIONS

1. All excavations left unattended shall be protected with a barricade suitable to prevent entry by unauthorized persons.

O. STORAGE

1. The contractor must make prior arrangements with the Project

Engineer for the storage of building materials. Storage will not be allowed to accumulate in Medical Center Buildings.

P. TRASH AND DEBRIS

1. The contractor must remove all trash and debris from the work area on a daily basis. Trash and debris will not be allowed to accumulate in the buildings and will be allowed to accumulate outside the buildings for future pick-up. The contractor is responsible for making arrangements for the removal of trash from the Medical Center Facility.

Q. PROTECTION OF FLOORS

1. It may be necessary at times to take steps to protect floors from dirt, debris, paint, etc. A tarp or other protective covering shall be used. However, the contractor must maintain a certain amount of floor space for the safe passage of pedestrian traffic. Common sense must be used in this manner.

R. SIGNS

1. Signs must be placed at the entrance to work areas warning people of the construction activities. Signs must be suitable for the condition of the work. Small pieces of paper with printing or writing are not acceptable. The VAMC Safety

Officer can be consulted in this matter.

S. ACCIDENTS AND INJURIES

1. Contractors must report all accidents and injuries involving employees. The contractor may use the VAMC Health Center, located on the ground floor of Building #3, Room 16 at FDR

Campus and ground floor of Building #15E, Room E003 at Castle

Point Campus for emergency care.

T. FIRE/SMOKE BARRIER PENETRATION PERMIT

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1. If the nature of the work requires the penetration of a fire/smoke partition or barrier the contractor must obtain the proper fire/smoke barrier penetration permit. The VAMC

Fire Department will inspect the work area and issue a

"Fire/Smoke Barrier Penetration Permit" authorizing the performance of such work.

2. A "Fire/Smoke Barrier Permit" will be issued only for the period necessary to perform such work. In the event the time necessary will exceed one day, a "Fire/Smoke Barrier Permit" may be issued for the period needed; however, the VAMC Fire

Department will inspect the area daily.

3. Contractors will not be allowed to make any penetrations without the appropriate permit. See Attachment "B" for the standard form for obtaining a "Fire/Smoke Barrier Permit".

U. CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

1. The Contractor shall comply with and have documented Confined

Space Entry Procedures available at the site at all times as required by OSHA 29 CFR 1910.146. The Contractor shall also comply with any state, and/or local requirements that are more restrictive than federal requirements. Contractor is responsible for coordinating with HVHCS’s established policy on Confined Space.

1.7 FIRE SAFETY

A. Applicable Publications: Publications listed below form part of this Article to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by basic designations only.

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

E84-2007 .......... Surface Burning Characteristics of Building

Materials

2. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

10-2006 ........... Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers

30-2003 ........... Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code

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51B-2003 .......... Standard for Fire Prevention During

Welding, Cutting and Other Hot Work

70-2005 ........... National Electrical Code

241-2004 .......... Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations

3. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA):

29 CFR 1926 ....... Safety and Health Regulations for

Construction

B. Fire Safety Plan: Establish and maintain a fire protection program in accordance with 29 CFR 1926. Prior to start of work, prepare a plan detailing project-specific fire safety measures, including periodic status reports, and submit to Project Engineer and Facility Safety Manager for review for compliance with contract requirements in accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP

DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES Prior to any worker for the contractor or subcontractors beginning work, they shall undergo a safety briefing provided by the general contractor’s competent person per OSHA requirements. This briefing shall include information on the construction limits, VAMC safety guidelines, means of egress, break areas, work hours, locations of restrooms, use of VAMC equipment, etc. Documentation shall be provided to the Project Engineer that individuals have undergone contractor’s safety briefing.

C. Site and Building Access: Maintain free and unobstructed access to facility emergency services and for fire, police and other emergency response forces in accordance with NFPA 241.

D. Separate temporary facilities, such as trailers, storage sheds, and dumpsters, from existing buildings and new construction by distances in accordance with NFPA 241. For small facilities with less than 6 m (20 feet) exposing overall length, separate by 3m

(10 feet).

E. Temporary Construction Partitions:

1. Install and maintain temporary construction partitions to provide smoke-tight separations between construction areas and

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2. Install one-hour temporary construction partitions as shown on drawings to maintain integrity of existing exit stair enclosures, exit passageways, fire-rated enclosures of hazardous areas, horizontal exits, smoke barriers, vertical shafts and openings enclosures.

3. Close openings in smoke barriers and fire-rated construction to maintain fire ratings. Seal penetrations with listed through-penetration firestop materials in accordance with specifications.

F. Temporary Heating and Electrical: Install, use and maintain installations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA

70.

G. Means of Egress: Do not block exiting for occupied buildings, including paths from exits to roads. Minimize disruptions and coordinate with Project Engineer and facility Safety Manager.

H. Egress Routes for Construction Workers: Maintain free and unobstructed egress. Inspect daily. Report findings and corrective actions weekly to Project Engineer and facility Safety

Manager.

I. Fire Extinguishers: Provide and maintain extinguishers in construction areas and temporary storage areas in accordance with

29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 10. Superintendent shall maintain records of monthly inspection of each fire extinguisher on the site. All subcontractors shall present fire extinguishers to the superintendent for inspection and documentation. Fire extinguishers shall display tag for date of inspection and initial of superintendent.

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J. Flammable and Combustible Liquids: Store, dispense and use liquids in accordance with 29 CFR 1926, NFPA 241 and NFPA 30.

K. Standpipes: Install and extend standpipes up with each floor in accordance with 29 CFR 1926 and NFPA 241. Do not charge wet standpipes subject to freezing until weather protected.

L. Sprinklers: Install, test and activate new automatic sprinklers prior to removing existing sprinklers.

M. Existing Fire Protection: Do not impair automatic sprinklers, smoke and heat detection, and fire alarm systems, except for portions immediately under construction, and temporarily for connections. Provide fire watch for impairments more than 4 hours in a 24-hour period. Request interruptions in accordance with

Article, OPERATIONS AND STORAGE AREAS, and coordinate with

Project Engineer and facility Safety Manager. All existing or temporary fire protection systems (fire alarms, sprinklers) located in construction areas shall be tested as coordinated with the medical center. Parameters for the testing and results of any tests performed shall be recorded by the medical center and copies provided to the Project Engineer.

N. Smoke Detectors: Prevent accidental operation. Remove temporary covers at end of work operations each day. Coordinate with

Project Engineer and facility Safety Manager.

O. Hot Work: Perform and safeguard hot work operations in accordance with NFPA 241 and NFPA 51B. Coordinate with Project Engineer.

Obtain permits from facility Safety Manager/Fire Department at least 24 hours in advance. Designate contractor's responsible project-site fire prevention program manager to permit hot work.

See paragraph 1.8 (Hot Work Permit) for additional information

P. Fire Hazard Prevention and Safety Inspections: Inspect entire construction areas weekly. Coordinate with, and report findings and corrective actions weekly to Project Engineer and facility

Safety Manager.

Q. Smoking: Smoking is prohibited in and adjacent to construction areas inside existing buildings and additions under construction.

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In separate and detached buildings under construction, smoking is prohibited except in designated smoking rest areas.

R. Dispose of waste and debris in accordance with NFPA 241. Remove from buildings daily.

S. Perform other construction, alteration and demolition operations in accordance with 29 CFR 1926.

T. If required, submit documentation to the Project Engineer that personnel have been trained in the fire safety aspects of working in areas with impaired structural or compartmentalization features.

U. All temporary heating equipment shall be installed in accordance with requirements of applicable NFPA Standards and manufacturer’s instructions.

V. All flammable liquids shall be handled, stored, and used in accordance with NFPA Standard No. 30-1990.

W. All temporary electrical wiring and equipment used for construction shall be installed and used in accordance with pertinent provisions of NFPA Standard No. 70-1990.

X. All construction activities not already covered above shall be in accordance with the latest edition of NFPA no. 241-1898 Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition

Operations, in effect at time of contract award.

1.8 HOT WORK PERMIT

A. The Contractor is responsible for requesting a “Hot “Work” permit each day prior to commencing any cutting, burning, and welding or open torch work. The permit is requested and obtained through the Fire Department following an inspection by the Fire

Department and COR of the intended area of use. The permit once issued will be for a maximum duration of one (1) day, after which a renewal, if required, must be requested by the Contractor.

B. Before approving any “Hot Work” permit, the Contractor’s authorized representative, the COR, and other representatives of the Dept. of Veterans Affairs shall inspect the work area and confirm that precautions have been taken to prevent fire in

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“Hot Work” permit.

C. In areas of “Hot Work” the following precautions are considered essential:

1. Sprinklers are in service where installed.

2. Cutting, welding, and other open flame torches are in good repair.

3. Within 15 feet of the actual work:

a. Floors swept clean of combustible materials.

b. No combustible materials or flammable liquids are present.

c. All wall and floor openings are covered.

d. Covers suspended beneath work to collect sparks.

4. When working on enclosed equipment and in confined space, equipment and area is free of flammable vapors.

5. Fire watch provided during and 30 minutes after operation (60 minutes for torch applied roofing operations.

1.85 ELECTRICAL WORK PERMIT

A. The Contractor is responsible for ensuring that a Licensed

Journeyman Electrician by a State or Local jurisdiction is present during any and all electrical work activities during this project.

B.