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Offers must acknowledge receipt of this amendment prior to the hour and date specified in the solicitation or as amended, by one of the following methods:

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(Signature of person authorized to sign) (Signature of Contracting Officer) 08-16-2018 658-315 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 1970 Roanoke Boulevard Salem

VA

24153-6404 Department of Veterans Affairs Network Contracting Office 6 1970 Roanoke Boulevard Salem

VA

24153 To all Offerors/Bidders

36C24618B0616 08-16-2018

X x X The purpose of this amendment is to answers to questions received before Friday, August 31, 2018.

Question and Answers are hereby incorporated into the solicitation and any resultant contract.

BID OPENING: A public bid opening has been scheduled for Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. (EST), at the Salem VA Medical Center (Building 74, Room 213), located at 1970 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA 24153.

Solicitation 36C24618C0616 Amendment #: 00001 Question and Answers Relocate/Expand Renal Dialysis - Salem, VA

This amendment forms a part of the IFB documents and amends the project solicitation as noted below. You must submit a signed copy of this amendment with your proposal. Failure to do so may subject your proposal to be disqualified. Amendments to the solicitation are as follows:

1. Question: Drawings show schedule 40 piping for sprinkler piping. Can schedule 10 piping be used instead?

Answer: No substitutions are allowed outside of the specified materials.

2. Question: Is there a chance for a new sprinkler 6" run-in to the addition instead of having to run the proposed 4" above the existing ceilings (200' +/-) back to the existing riser location which is very limited in space? This would eliminate a lot of disturbance with the facility and night work.

Answer: The contractor shall bid the project in accordance with the plans and specifications.

3. The S-4 window type is listed as Blast/Ballistic Resistant (Door, Glass & Frame). The Glazing Specs requires compliance with UFC 4-010-01. The manual does not require ballistic resistant glazing for the building envelope. Please confirm that ballistic resistant glazing is not required.

Answer: Ballistic resistant glazing is required for the building envelope as shown in the plans and specifications.

4. I did not see a room flooring and painting detail on any of the drawings. Can one be provided?

Answer: The contractor shall bid the plans and specifications as provided.

5. Note 8 drawing CU101 states to jack and bore for the chilled water supply. First do we have an elevation for the existing line? Also jack and bore requires jack pits and receiver pits. Is there an alternative method to tie the chilled Line?

Answer: The contractor shall bid the plans and specifications as provided.

6. Can the asbestos and lead paint report be made available?

Answer: Yes, see attached.

7. Verify please the indication of asbestos for this project. Please furnish the report for this area.

Answer: See question 6.

8. Please set up a time as soon as possible to allow entry and inspection of the U/G steam tunnel indicated to be removed. Any old structural or mechanical drawings of this tunnel would be helpful as well.

Answer: The contractor shall bid the plans and specifications as provided. This is really a trench and not accessible until abated.

9. Door CB-12.1 floor plans indicate this as storefront, door schedule indicate this door as hollow metal, I would think this is storefront.

Answer: Please refer to door schedule on drawing AE601. Door CB-12.1 is hollow metal.

10. On door schedule, AE601, what is note N in remarks column.

Answer: Disregard note N, as it has been removed from the drawings.

11. Glazing schedule needs to be added to door schedule.

Answer: Refer to drawing AE601 - Door and window remarks.

12. Storefront finish 084313 2.7. B.1 finish not indicated.

Answer: Anodize Aluminum:

Clear Finish; Chemical etched medium matte, with clear anodic coating, Class I Architectural, 7 mils thick.

13.

Door schedule has fire rated frames with glass. Please provide fire glass specification.

Answer: See fire glazing specification section attached.

14. SF elevation S3 drawn as eight feet and scheduled as 7 feet. Please clarify.

Answer: Confirmed that the SF elevation S3 is indeed 7 feet.

15. Structural drawings do not appear to have a clear identification of the Column details. Can one be provided?

Answer: The two column footing details (4D and 2D) shown on drawing SF301 are referenced on the plan on drawing SB101. One detail for the interior column footing (4D) and one detail for the exterior column footing (2D), typical. The column schedule on drawing SF301 shows the column size and footing size.

16. Architectural drawings do not appear to have a room detail of flooring/painting. Can one be provided?

Answer: Please see floor finish plan (IN101) and finish schedule and legend (IN102). Specifications for flooring and painting are included in the bid documents.

17. Will the removal of the existing ceiling lift in treatment area be the responsibility of the ceiling lift vendor or others?

Answer: The removal of the existing ceiling lift shall be the responsibility of the contractor. The existing patient lift track and motor shall be removed and turned over to the VA.

18. If spanning joists or beams for attachment method, will fireproof re-patching if needed be the responsibility of the ceiling lift vendor or others?

Answer: Contractor is responsible for fire proofing all steel as specified.

19. Which room is to receive the bariatric (1000 lb. capable) ceiling lift?

Answer: Refer to drawing AE111, keyed note 03, which shows the locations on the plans.

20. Is this project sales tax exempt? If the project is sales tax exempt can the government provide a sales tax exemption certificate?

Answer: No, this project is not Sales Tax exempt IAW with FAR 29.303.

21. Will the Government provide comprehensive written badging requirements for the project if badging is required?

Answer: See General Requirement 01 00 00 1.5 Construction Security Requirements.

22. Where will the designated laydown parking area be for workers accessing the construction site?

Answer: See General Requirement 01 00 00 1.5 Construction Security Requirements.

23. Will the government accept the use of the industry leading Procore Project Management software as the primary submittal and data tracking tool for this project? The software is compatible with the VA’s networks and is currently in use at many VA locations.

Answer: No, See specification section 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples

24. During construction in an area where the ceilings or fire suppression system will be disrupted, will NFPA 241 apply? Answer: Yes, See specification section 01 35 26 Safety Answer: Requirements. Contractor shall bid the project based on the contract documents and shall meet all local, state and federal requirements.

25. Will the government require additional security measures beyond NFPA code such as fire watch, temporary fire alarms, adjustments to sprinkler heads, etc.

Answer: Yes, See specification section 01 35 26 Safety Requirements. Contractor shall bid the project based on the contract documents and shall meet all local, state and federal requirements.

26. Does the Government have a fire alarm servicer that they currently work with? What is the name and contact information of the person or persons that will need to be coordinated with for security and fire alarm and suppression systems work and/or disruptions?

Answer: Fire alarm work will involve the VA Electric Shop. See General Requirements 01 00 00 for coordination requirements with the COR

27. Has the work area been checked for lead-based paints & asbestos?

Answer: Yes, see attached report

28. What is the Governments’ policy if asbestos products are encountered during construction?

Answer: See specification section 02 41 00 Demolition

29. Does the Government currently have a 3rd party testing service for those items requiring testing or is the contractor free to locate and hire applicable testing firms?

Answer: See specification section 01 45 29 Testing Laboratory Services

30. Who is responsible for locating site utility lines?

Answer: Contractor responsibility, See specification section 01 35 26 Safety Requirements

31. Due to current potentially significant tariffs being placed on the importation of building materials such as wood or steel by the current Presidential Executive Branch, if a tariff is placed after bid time and before award will the government consider a price escalation on a contract value for products such as steel or wood should the executive branch levee tariffs effecting such materials? Most of these materials would still have been Buy American compliant as the tariffs would increase pricing on all steel or wood materials, regardless of origin.

Answer: Any change in taxes, including excise tax will be adjusted in accordance with FAR 52.229-3 Federal, State, and Local Taxes.

32. What is the level of infectious disease control rating for this site?

Answer: See specification section 01 35 26 Safety Requirements. The primary project scope area for this project is: Class III, however, work outside the primary project scope area may vary.

33. Will the qualified Superintendent be able to fill roles as the SSHO and QCM if required?

Answer: Yes, See specification section 01 35 26 Safety Requirements

34. Will stamped Engineered drawings be required with details and calculations?

Answer: The contractor shall follow the requirements in the specifications for shop drawings and submittals.

35. Will the relocation of lights, sprinklers, HVAC vents be done by others?

Answer: All work shown on the plans and specifications shall be the responsibility of the contractor, unless otherwise noted.

36. Will the installation of electrical outlets be done by others?

Answer: All work shown on the plans and specifications shall be the responsibility of the contractor, unless otherwise noted.

37. We understand ceiling tiles will be replaced. Will the ceilings be out when we install our above ceiling attachments or will grid remain?

Answer: The contractor is responsible for means and methods.

38. Will we be able to attach directly into the concrete deck or will we have to span I Beams /Joists with strut? Reason for the question, when this was originally bid, the plan was to have a concrete deck as roof so that additional floors could be added in the future.

Answer: The contractor shall bid the job based on the plans and specifications provided.

39. Will wage determination applies? Certified payroll?

Answer: Davis Bacon wage requirements are mandatory. Certified payroll are required per contract documents.

40. Will storage be made available to us to store material and tools? Or will we have to arrange for local storage?

Answer: Contractor is responsible for its own storage. Contractor laydown area near lot T see drawing no. CS101.

41. Will Union labor be required?

Answer: Labor workforce is the responsibility of the contractor.

42. Will there be orientation and badging required before work is able to begin?

Answer: Yes, all employees shall be badge before work commences on job site.

43. Will installations be permitted on weekends or evenings?

Answer: Yes, Contractor is required to coordinate with the COR as needed. All reasonable request will be entertained on a case by case basis subject to the Facility operation needs.

44. Will the work will be done in phases or will all rooms be made available at all times?

Answer: The contractor shall coordinate with the VA for phasing plan.

45. Is it safe to assume that parking lot w and x will be part of the construction site and will also be utilized as the contractor lay down area for the project duration?

Answer: No, See drawing CS101

ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS REMAIN UNCHANGED.

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See attached document: Glazing Specification 088000.

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RELOCATE AND EXPAND RENAL DIALYSIS Salem VA Medical Center Construction Documents April 2017

GLAZING 08 80 00-1

SECTION 08 80 00

GLAZING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

This section specifies glass related glazing mater ials and accessories.

Glazing products specified apply to factory or fiel d glazed items.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. Factory glazed by manufacturer in following unit s:

1. Mirrors: Section 10 28 00, TOILET, BATH, AND LAU NDRY ACCESSORIES.

1.3 LABELS

A. Temporary labels:

1. Provide temporary label on each light of glass i dentifying manufacturer or brand and glass type, quality and n ominal thickness.

2. Label in accordance with NFRC (National Fenestra tion Rating Council) label requirements.

3. Temporary labels shall remain intact until glass is approved by COR.

B. Permanent labels:

1. Locate in corner for each pane.

2. Label in accordance with ANSI Z97.1 and SGCC (Sa fety Glass Certification Council) label requirements.

a. Tempered glass.

b. Laminated glass or have certificate for panes wi thout permanent label.

1.4 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Building Enclosure Vapor Retarder and Air Barrie r:

1. Utilize the inner pane of multiple pane sealed u nits for the continuity of the air barrier and vapor retarder se al.

2. Maintain a continuous air barrier and vapor reta rder throughout the glazed assembly from glass pane to heel bead of gla zing sealant.

B. Glass Thickness:

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1. Select thickness of exterior glass to withstand dead loads and wind loads acting normal to plane of glass at design pre ssures calculated in accordance with ASCE 7.

2. Test in accordance with ASTM E 1300.

3. Thicknesses listed are minimum. Coordinate thick nesses with framing system manufacturers.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. In accordance with Section 01 33 23, SHOP DRAWIN GS, PRODUCT DATA, AND

SAMPLES.

B. Manufacturer's Certificates:

1. Certificate on shading coefficient.

2. Certificate that blast resistant glass meets the requirements of

UFC4-010-01.

C. Warranty: Submit written guaranty, conforming to General Condition requirements, and indicating plane of glass at desi gn pressures calculated.

D. Manufacturer's Literature and Data:

1. Glass, each kind required.

2. Laminated Insulating glass units.

3. Glazing cushion.

4. Sealing compound.

E. Samples:

1. Size: 150 mm by 150 mm (6 inches by 6 inches).

F. Preconstruction Adhesion and Compatibility Test Report: Submit glazing sealant manufacturererane ofreport indicating glazi ng sealants were tested for adhesion to glass and glazing channel su bstrates and for compatibility with glass and other glazing material s.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Delivery: Schedule delivery to coincide with gla zing schedules so minimum handling of crates is required. Do not open crates except as required for inspection for shipping damage.

B. Storage: Store cases according to printed instru ctions on case, in areas least subject to traffic or falling objects. Keep storage area clean and dry.

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C. Handling: Unpack cases following printed instruc tions on case. Stack individual windows on edge leaned slightly against upright supports with separators between each.

D. Protect laminated security glazing units against face and edge damage during entire sequence of fabrication, handling, an d delivery to installation location. Provide protective covering on exposed faces of glazing plastics, and mark inside as "INTERIOR FACE " or "PROTECTED

FACE":

1. Treat security glazing as fragile merchandise, a nd packaged and shipped in export wood cases with width end in upri ght position and blocked together in a mass. Storage and handling sh all comply with Manufacturer's directions and as required to preven t edge damage or other damage to glazing resulting from effects of m oisture, condensation, temperature changes, direct exposure to sun, other environmental conditions, and contact with chemical solvents.

2. Protect sealed-air-space insulating glazing unit s from exposure to abnormal pressure changes, as could result from sub stantial changes in altitude during delivery by air freight. Provide temporary breather tubes which do not nullify applicable warr anties on hermetic seals.

3. Temporary protections: The glass front and polyc arbonate back of glazing shall be temporarily protected with compati ble, peelable, heat-resistant film which will be peeled for inspections and re-applied and finally removed after doors and windows are installed at destination. Since many adhesives will attack polyc arbonate, the film used on exposed polycarbonate surfaces shall b e approved and applied by manufacturer.

4. Edge protection: To cushion and protect glass cl ad, polycarbonate, and Noviflex edges from contamination or foreign ma tter, the four edges shall be sealed the depth of glazing with con tinuous standard-thickness Santoprene tape. Alternatively, continuou s channel shaped extrusion of Santoprene shall be used, with flanges extending into face sides of glazing.

5. Protect "Constant Temperature" units including e very unit where glass sheet is directly laminated to or directly se aled with metal-tube type spacer bar to polycarbonate sheet, from e xposures to ambient temperatures outside the range of 16 to 24 C, during the fabricating, handling, shipping, storing, installat ion, and subsequent protection of glazing.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

Field Measurements: Field measure openings before ordering tempered glass products. Be responsible for proper fit of fi eld measured products.

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1.8 WARRANTY

A. Warranty: Conform to terms of "Warranty of Const ruction", FAR clause 52.246-21, except extend warranty period for the fo llowing:

1. Bullet resistive plastic material to remain visi bly clear without discoloration for 10 years.

2. Insulating glass units to remain sealed for 10 y ears.

3. Laminated glass units to remain laminated for 5 years.

4. Polycarbonate to remain clear and ultraviolet li ght stabilized for 5 years.

5. Insulating plastic to not have more than 6 perce nt decrease in light transmission and be ultraviolet light stabilized fo r 10 years.

1.9 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

A. Publications listed below form a part of this sp ecification to extent referenced. Publications are referenced in text by basic designation only.

B. American National Standards Institute (ANSI):

Z97.1-09................Safety Glazing Material Use d in Building Safety Performance Specifications and Methods of Test.

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

C542-05.................Lock-Strip Gaskets

C716-06.................Installing Lock-Strip Gaske ts and Infill Glazing Materials.

C794-10.................Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastom eric Joint Sealants

C864-05.................Dense Elastomeric Compressi on Seal Gaskets, Setting Blocks, and Spacers

C920-11.................Elastomeric Joint Sealants

C964-07.................Standard Guide for Lock-Str ip Gasket Glazing

C1036-06................Flat Glass

C1048-12................Heat-Treated Flat Glass-Kin d HS, Kind FT Coated and Uncoated Glass.

C1376-10................Pyrolytic and Vacuum Deposi tion Coatings on Flat Glass

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D635-10.................Rate of Burning and/or Exte nt and Time of Burning of Self-Supporting Plastic in a Horizontal Position

D4802-10................Poly (Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic Sheet

E84-10..................Surface Burning Characteris tics of Building Materials

E119-10.................Standard Test Methods for F ire Test of Building Construction and Material

E2190-10................Insulating Glass Unit

D. Commercial Item Description (CID):

A-A-59502...............Plastic Sheet, Polycarbonat e

E. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

16 CFR 1201 - Safety Standard for Architectural Gl azing Materials; 2010

F. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA):

80-13...................Fire Doors and Windows.

252-12..................Standard Method of Fire Tes t of Door Assemblies

257-12..................Standard on Fire Test for W indow and Glass Block Assemblies

G. National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC)

H. Safety Glazing Certification Council (SGCC) 2012 :

Certified Products Directory (Issued Semi-Annually ).

I. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL):

752-11..................Bullet-Resisting Equipment.

J. Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC):

4-010-01-2012...........DOD Minimum Antiterrorism S tandards for Buildings

K. Glass Association of North America (GANA):

Glazing Manual (Latest Edition)

Sealant Manual (2009)

L. American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE):

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ASCE 7-10...............Wind Load Provisions

PART 2 PRODUCT

2.1 HEAT-TREATED GLASS

A. Interior Clear Tempered Glass:

1. ASTM C1048, Kind FT, Condition A, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3.

2. Thickness, 6 mm (1/4 inch)

2.2 LAMINATED EXTERIOR GLAZING ASSEMBLIES

Physical Security Design Manual: 6.2.1.1 Glass: All new exterior glazing is to use laminated glass. For insulated glazing units (IGUs) the laminated glass is required only for the inner lite. Exterior lite shall be tempered.

A. Tinted Tempered/Laminated Glazing:

1. Exterior pane ASTM C1036, Type I, Class 3, Quali ty q3, (1/8 inch) thick.

2. Interior laminated pane ASTM C1048, Kind FT, Con dition A, Type I, Class 1, Quality q3, 5/32 outer layer- PVB Interlay er .030 mm -and 5/32” interlayer

2.3 GLAZING ACCESSORIES

A. As required to supplement the accessories provid ed with the items to be glazed and to provide a complete installation. Ferr ous metal accessories exposed in the finished work shall have a finish that will not corrode or stain while in service.

B. Setting Blocks: ASTM C864:

1. Channel shape; having 6 mm (1/4 inch) internal d epth.

2. Shore a hardness of 80 to 90 Durometer.

3. Block lengths: 50 mm (two inches) except 100 to 150 mm (four to six inches) for insulating glass.

4. Block width: Approximately 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) le ss than the full width of the rabbet.

5. Block thickness: Minimum 4.8 mm (3/16 inch). Thi ckness sized for rabbet depth as required.

C. Spacers: ASTM C864:

1. Channel shape having a 6 mm (1/4 inch) internal depth.

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2. Flanges not less 2.4 mm (3/32 inch) thick and we b 3 mm (1/8 inch) thick.

3. Lengths: One to 25 to 76 mm (one to three inches ).

4. Shore a hardness of 40 to 50 Durometer.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verification of Conditions:

1. Examine openings for glass and glazing units; de termine they are proper size; plumb; square; and level before instal lation is started.

2. Verify that glazing openings conform with detail s, dimensions and tolerances indicated on manufacturer’s approved sho p drawings.

B. Advise Contractor of conditions which may advers ely affect glass and glazing unit installation, prior to commencement of installation: Do not proceed with installation until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

C. Verify that wash down of adjacent masonry is com pleted prior to erection of glass and glazing units to prevent dama ge to glass and glazing units by cleaning materials.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. For sealant glazing, prepare glazing surfaces in accordance with GANA- 02 Sealant Manual.

B. Determine glazing unit size and edge clearances by measuring the actual unit to receive the glazing.

C. Shop fabricate and cut glass with smooth, straig ht edges of full size required by openings to provide GANA recommended ed ge clearances.

D. Verify that components used are compatible.

E. Clean and dry glazing surfaces.

F. Prime surfaces scheduled to receive sealants, as determined by preconstruction sealant-substrate testing.

3.3 INSTALLATION - GENERAL

A. Install in accordance with GANA-01 Glazing Manua l and GANA-02 Sealant Manual unless specified otherwise.

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B. Glaze in accordance with recommendations of glaz ing and framing manufacturers, and as required to meet the Performa nce Test Requirements specified in other applicable sections of specifications.

C. Set glazing without bending, twisting, or forcin g of units.

D. Do not allow glass to rest on or contact any fra ming member.

E. Glaze doors, in a securely fixed or closed and l ocked position, until sealant, glazing compound, or putty has thoroughly set.

F. Tempered Glass: Install with roller distortions in horizontal position unless otherwise directed.

G. Laminated Insulating Glass Units:

1. Glaze in compliance with glass manufacturer's wr itten instructions.

2. When glazing gaskets are used, they shall be of sufficient size and depth to cover glass seal or metal channel frame co mpletely.

3. Do not use putty or glazing compounds.

4. Do not grind, nip, cut, or otherwise alter edges and corners of fused glass units after shipping from factory.

5. Install with tape or gunnable sealant in wood sa sh.

3.4 REPLACEMENT AND CLEANING

A. Clean new glass surfaces removing temporary labe ls, paint spots, and defacement after approval by COR.

B. Replace cracked, broken, and imperfect glass, or glass which has been installed improperly.

C. Leave glass, putty, and other setting material i n clean, whole, and acceptable condition.

3.5 PROTECTION

Protect finished surfaces from damage during erect ion, and after completion of work. Strippable plastic coatings on colored anodized finish are not acceptable.

3.6 GLAZING SCHEDULE

A. Tempered Glass-Interior:

1. Install in full and half glazed doors unless ind icated otherwise.

2. Install in interior assembly of storefront, and door sidelights adjacent to doors.

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3. Use clear tempered glass on interior side lights and doors, and on exterior doors and sidelights unless otherwise indi cated or specified.

4. Use SEU clear tempered insulating glass on inter ior storefronts and sidelights.

B. Laminated Glass for Exterior Entrance Doors

1. Install in full exterior glazed doors unless ind icated otherwise.

C. Insulated Laminated Glass Units: Install as spec ified in doors,and interior pane of dual glazed insulated storefront w here indicated.

1. Where insulated laminated glass is required for blast-resistant windows, follow UFC4-010-01, DOD Minimum Antiterror ism Standards for Buildings.

3.7 FIRE-PROTECTIVE AND FIRE-RESISTANCE GLAZING SCHEDULE:

A. Glass Type FR# B ’ Label: Fire-protection-rated laminated ceramic glazing.

1. Thickness: 5 mm.

2. Rating: 90-minute.

3. Application: Fire-protection-rated door and wind ow assemblies.

B. Glass Type FR# C ’ Label: Fire-protection-rated laminated glass with intumescent interlayers.

1. Thickness: 6 mm.

2. Rating: 45-minute.

3. Application: Fire-protection-rated door assembli es.

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