36C24718R0653-002.pdf

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VA Master Specifications

Prepared For

RENOVATE THE COMMON AREA

Ralph H. Johnson VAMC Charleston, SC

Contract No. VA247-14-D-0112 Task Order No. VA247-15-J-0829

Project No. 534-15-105

Construction Document Submission

June 2015

July 30, 2018

534-15-105, Renovate Common and Support Areas - Addendum to Specifications

The below changes/clarifications shall overrule the specifications dated and stamped June 2016.

Specification Section/Paragraph

June 2016 Specification Revised July 2018

00 05 01, 1., B., 1. Infection Control Briefing

• Superintendant will be required to attend the preconstruction conference.

Infection Control Briefing

• Superintendent and Site Safety and

Health Officer will be required to attend the preconstruction conference.

00 05 01, 1., B., 1. Barrier Plan

• The Contractor may use the VA’s

Curtain-Wall system utilizing his own plastic.

• Hard wall (drywall and metal studs) barriers will be used for work lasting longer than 24 hours. Tape and floating will not be needed. Joints will be covered with blue painters tape including attachment at walls, floors, and ceilings.

• Plastic (fire resistive) can be used for work lasting 24 hours or less on barriers below ceilings. Plastic may be used to for periods exceeding 24 hours above ceilings.

Barrier Plan

• Contractor to use their own Curtain

Wall system.

• Hard wall (drywall and metal studs) barriers will be used for work lasting longer than 24 hours. Barrier must be taped, floated, and painted to create a wipe-able finish.

• Plastic zip-walls (fire resistive) can be used for work lasting 24 hours or less on barriers below ceilings.

Plastic may be used for periods exceeding 24 hours above ceilings.

Plastic zip walls must be sealed to prevent dust leaving the area, and must be occupied while the wall is in place.

00 05 01, 1., B., 1. Negative Air

• Discharge into a corridor via a grill.

The VA must prove that air discharged is clean (HEPA) via a particle meter before the unit is turned on and any work started.

Negative Air

• Discharge into a corridor via a grill.

The Contractor must prove that air discharged is clean (HEPA) via a particle meter before the unit is turned on and any work started.

00 05 01, 1., B., 1. Mats

• Sticky mats will be used in class 3 and

4 construction and will be changed every 4 hours.

Mats

• Sticky mats shall be used in class 3 and 4 construction and shall be changed every 4 hours or as necessary to promote a dust-free environment.

00 05 01, 1., B., 1. N/A Insert into B., 1.,

• It is expected that the majority of work will require Class III or Class IV efforts. Contractor to price for minimum Class III requirements in all locations. Class IV locations and nearby areas include, but are not limited to : ORs, PACU, SPS, Laboratories, Histology, Dialysis, Cath Lab, MICU, SICU, GI/GU, ACC, and others as deemed by the Infection Control Manager.

00 05 01, 1., B., 1. Gross Demolition Gross Demolition

• Use covered carts or containers when transporting waste down

• Use covered carts or containers when transporting waste down approved routes.

approved routes. Wet wipe carts and wheels before leaving anteroom.

00 05 01, 1., B., 2.

Thru 00 05 01, 1., F., 11.

Sections 1., B., 2. Thru 1., F., 11. Move sections to 01 00 00, 1.3, A., Statement of Bid Items with the following changes:

• B.2. Telephone and Computer Wiring:

o All telephone and computer jacks shall be removed by the Contractor as needed.

Contractor to demolish cable back to the IT switch. Work with COR for access.

• B.4. Penetrations through floors and rated walls must be fire-stopped with materials made from the specific application at hand. Sealing must be done at the time the penetration is made and not done at the end of the job. Penetrations shall be viewed by the COR prior to closure of work space or completion of specific task.

• D.3. Electric outlets and data jacks:

o The Contractor shall provide and price for: one duplex (either normal or emergency power) per 20 LF, and 1 triplex data per 50 LF.

Include 100 LF of conduit including support/ conductors, attachments/hangers, per duplex, and 200 LF of data cable, including ‘j-hooks’ or similar hanging attachments per triplex data.

• F.2. Contractor shall utilize the VA’s existing demolition dumpster and metal recycling dumpster. Contractor shall not procure and place an onsite dumpster. Notify the COR of any major demolition during phases such that the COR can empty the dumpster as necessary. The Contractor shall only place clean metals i.e. no deleterious material such as fiberglass, drywall, plastics, or other material, in the recycling dumpster. If the Contractor places non-metals in the dumpster, the Contractor shall remove all non-metals from the dumpster prior to pick-up. Contractor shall remove the material from the facility by other means (demolition dumpster, truck, etc.).

• F.4. Operation and Maintenance manuals shall be required for completion of this work; 2, full binder manuals and electronic copies are sufficient.

01 00 00, 1.1 Refer to section 01 35 26, SAFETY

REQUIREMENTS for safety and infection control requirements.

Refer to section 01 35 26 and 00 05 01 for safety and infection control requirements.

01 00 00, 1.2 B. Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment with the RALPH H. JOHNSON MEDICAL CENTER - Medical Center Engineering Officer.

Visits to the site by Bidders may be made only by appointment with the Contracting Officer.

01 00 00, 1.2 C. ITEM I, RALPH H. JOHNSON VA MEDICAL

CENTER – RENOVATION OF COMMON

AND

SUPPORT AREAS IN BUILDING 1 -

GENERAL INTERIOR RENOVATION

SELECTED

DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION: Work includes renovations of selected areas within the scope of work common and support areas in Building 1., including the corresponding work for: fire protection, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, asbestos abatement work, and the removal of the project’s construction debris.

Base Bid: RALPH H. JOHNSON VA

MEDICAL CENTER – RENOVATION OF

COMMON AND SUPPORT AREAS IN

BUILDING 1 - GENERAL INTERIOR

RENOVATION SELECTED DEMOLITION

AND CONSTRUCTION: Work includes renovations of selected areas within the scope of work common and support areas in Building 1., including the corresponding work for: fire protection, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, asbestos abatement work, and the removal of the project’s construction debris.

01 00 00, 1.3, B. 1. Changing Room and Restrooms: D239, D239a, and D239b

2. Service Area 2G: COR2G1 and 2G2

3. Service Area 2CC: COR2CC1, 2CC2, 2CC3, and 2CC4

4. All single restrooms : B136, B137, D103b, G111, B201, B211b, B211c, D201a, D202, D242b, D242c, and G204

7. 5. Service Area 1D: COR1D1, 1D2, 1D3, 1D4, 1D5, Rooms D105, D106, D110a, D113, and D120

6. Service Area 1A: Vestibule 9, COR1A5, 1A6, 1A7, 1A7a and 1A8

7. Service Area 2B: Vestibule 15, COR2BD1, 2AB1, 2AB2, 2B2, 2B2a, 2B3, 2B4, 2B5, 2B6

8. Service Area 2BB: COR2BB1, 2BB2, and

2BB4

9. Histology lab, including existing cutting room.

10. Block E and Block F all work associated with is no longer part of this project

Bid Deduct 1: Include all work in Base bid, but deduct all work associated with Buildings E and F

Bid Deduct 2: Include all work in Bid Deduct 1, but deduct all work associated with Building G

01 00 00,1.5, F. F. 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

F. Motor Vehicle Restrictions

1. Parking is not available except for use of loading docks for temporary dropping off or picking up of material that must then be moved to the immediate construction site.

picking up and dropping off materials and supplies.

2. A limited number of (2 to 5) permits shall be issued for General Contractor and its employees for parking in designated areas only.

Offsite parking is required and the responsibility of the Contractor.

01 00 00, 1.6, H. 1. 1. Certain areas of Building No. 1 will be occupied by Medical Center personnel for various periods as listed below:

Specialty Clinic: 7:30AM – 5PM (Mondays –

7:30PM)

Eye Clinic/Neurology: 7:30AM – 5PM;

Dialysis: 7:30PM – 5PM Cath Lab: 7:30AM – 5PM Pulmonary: 7:30AM – 5PM Histology: 7AM – 5PM Microbiology and Main Lab: 7AM – 6PM Primary Care: 7:30AM – 5PM Canteen/VCS Shop: 6:30AM – 5PM Sleep Lab: 6:30PM – 6:30AM NOTE: Cath Lab, Micro/Main Lab, Histology, Radiology, 3BS/3BN, 4BS/4BN, OR, ICU must be accessible AT ALL TIMES, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Plans must be made with the COR and users to ensure that accessible routes are maintained, services are not interrupted, and dust/noise/vibration/traffic is kept to a minimum. Sleep Lab must not be interrupted by work to occur in Specialty Care below or nearby, or corridor work nearby

01 00 00, 1.6, K. Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for Medical Center at all times.

Provide temporary facilities, labor, materials, equipment, connections, and utilities to assure uninterrupted services. Where necessary to cut existing water, steam, gases, sewer or air pipes, or conduits, wires, cables, etc. of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone), they shall be cut and capped at suitable places where shown; or, in absence of such indication, where directed by the COR.

Utilities Services: Maintain existing utility services for Medical Center at all times.

Provide temporary facilities, labor, materials, equipment, connections, and utilities to assure uninterrupted services. Where necessary to cut existing water, steam, gases, sewer or air pipes, or conduits, wires, cables, etc. of utility services or of fire protection systems and communications systems (including telephone), they shall be cut and capped at suitable places where shown; or, in absence of such indication, at the nearest tee. Remove conductors/conduit/hangers back to the associated breaker. Fill penetrations as needed.

01 00 00, 1.6, K., 2. 2. Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt any such services to COR, in writing, 7 days in advance of proposed interruption.

Request shall state reason, date, exact time of, and approximate duration of such interruption.

2. Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt any such services to COR, in writing, 14 days in advance of proposed interruption. Request shall state reason, date, exact time of, and approximate duration of such interruption.

01 00 00, 1.6, L. Abandoned Lines: All service lines such as wires, cables, conduits, ducts, pipes and the like, and their hangers or supports, which are to be abandoned but are not required to be entirely removed, shall be sealed, capped or plugged at the main, branch or panel they originate from. The lines shall not be capped in

Abandoned Lines: All service lines, such as wires, cables, conduits, ducts, pipes and the like, and their hangers or supports, unless otherwise noted, shall be entirely removed, shall be sealed, capped or plugged at the main, branch, or panel they originate from.

finished areas, but shall be removed and sealed, capped or plugged in ceilings, within furred spaces, in unfinished areas, or within walls or partitions; so that they are completely behind the finished surfaces.

01 00 00, 1.15 Use of Roadways NOT APPLICABLE 01 00 00, 1.18, A. Use of existing elevator for handling building materials and Contractor’s personnel will be permitted subject to the following provisions:

1. Contractor makes all arrangements with the COR \ for use of elevators. The COR will ascertain that elevators are in proper condition. Contractor may use elevators Nos.

_(as described in COR instructions)for daily use and for special nonrecurring time intervals when permission is granted. Personnel for operating elevators will not be provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

2. Contractor covers and provides maximum protection of following elevator components:

a. Entrance jambs, heads soffits and threshold plates.

b. Entrance columns, canopy, return panels and inside surfaces of car enclosure walls.

c. Finish flooring.

A. Use of existing elevator for handling building materials and Contractor’s personnel will be permitted subject to the following provisions:

1. Contractor makes all arrangements with the COR for use of elevators. The COR will ascertain that elevators are in proper condition. Contractor may use elevators Nos.

4 and 5 for intermittent use and for special nonrecurring time intervals when permission is granted. Utilize elevators early morning and late afternoon for moving material.

Personnel for operating elevators will not be provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs.

2. Contractor covers and provides maximum protection of following elevator components:

a. Entrance jambs, heads soffits and threshold plates.

b. Entrance columns, canopy, return panels and inside surfaces of car enclosure walls.

c. Finish flooring.

01 32 16.01 Entire Specification NOT APPLICABLE 01 35 26, 1.3 A. In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, comply with 29 CFR 1926, comply with 29 CFR 1910 as incorporated by reference within 29 CFR 1926, comply with ASSE A10.34, and all applicable [federal, state, and local] laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations. Submit matters of interpretation of standards for resolution before starting work.

Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern except with specific approval and acceptance by the Project Manager // and Facility Safety Officer or Contracting Officer Representative

A. In addition to the detailed requirements included in the provisions of this contract, comply with 29 CFR 1926, comply with 29 CFR 1910 as incorporated by reference within 29 CFR 1926, comply with ASSE A10.34, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, criteria, rules and regulations. Submit matters of interpretation of standards for resolution before starting work. Where the requirements of this specification, applicable laws, criteria, ordinances, regulations, and referenced documents vary, the most stringent requirements govern except with specific approval and acceptance by the COR.

01 35 26, 1.11, B. 2. 1. Hard Hats – unless written authorization is given by Officer // or Contracting Officer Representative in circumstances of work operations that have limited potential for falling object hazards such as during finishing work or minor remodeling. With authorization to relax the requirement of hard hats, if a worker becomes exposed to an overhead falling object hazard, then hard hats would be required in accordance with the OSHA regulations.

1. Hard Hats – Hard Hats in accordance with OSHA regulations are required at all times when on the construction site, up until turned over to the government.

2. Safety glasses - Appropriate safety glasses meeting the ANSI Z.87.1 standard must be worn by each person on site at all times, up until turned over to the government.

2. Safety glasses - unless written authorization is given by the Contracting Officer appropriate safety glasses meeting the ANSI Z.87.1 standard must be worn by each person on site.

21 13 13, 1.1 B. Areas of work are indicated on the drawings.

Existing suspended ceilings throughout each area of work will be removed and replaced.

The sprinkler contractor shall remove existing ceiling sprinklers and reinstall new sprinklers in new ceilings. The general layout of sprinkler piping mains and system control valves supplying the areas of work are shown on the drawings. Additional sprinkler piping modifications (not shown on the drawings) have occurred in areas of work, including the installation of CPVC sprinkler piping. The sprinkler contractor shall modify existing sprinkler armover piping for connection of new sprinklers. New sprinklers shall be attached with UL Listed, FM Approved flexible sprinkler hose fittings. Refer to Fire Protection Drawing details for attachment requirements. Flexible sprinkler hose fittings shall be sized with a minimum extra length of 1 foot to accommodate future modifications.

Areas of work are indicated on the drawings.

Existing suspended ceilings throughout each area of work will be removed and replaced.

The sprinkler contractor shall remove existing ceiling sprinklers and reinstall new sprinklers in new ceilings. The general layout of sprinkler piping mains and system control valves supplying the areas of work are shown on the drawings. Additional sprinkler piping modifications (not shown on the drawings) have occurred in areas of work, including the installation of CPVC sprinkler piping. The sprinkler contractor shall replace existing sprinkler mains and install new sprinklers. New sprinklers shall be attached with UL Listed, FM Approved flexible sprinkler hose fittings. Refer to Fire Protection Drawing details for attachment requirements. Flexible sprinkler hose fittings shall be sized with a minimum extra length of 1 foot to accommodate future modifications.

21 13 13, 1.5 B. B. Materials and Equipment: All equipment and devices shall be of a make and type listed by UL or approved by FM, or other nationally recognized testing laboratory for the specific purpose for which it is used. All materials, devices, and equipment shall be approved by the VA. All materials and equipment shall be free from defect. All materials and equipment shall be new unless specifically indicated otherwise on the contract drawings.

B. Materials and Equipment: All equipment and devices shall be of a make and type listed by UL and approved by FM, or other nationally recognized testing laboratory for the specific purpose for which it is used. All materials, devices, and equipment shall be approved by the VA. All materials and equipment shall be free from defect. All materials and equipment shall be new unless specifically indicated otherwise on the contract drawings.

21 13 13, 1.6 B. 13-2013.................Installation of Sprinkler Systems 25-2014.................Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems

13-2016.................Installation of Sprinkler Systems 25-2017.................Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water-Based Fire Protection Systems

21 13 13, 2.1 A. 4. 4. Plastic piping shall not be permitted except for drain piping.

4. Plastic piping shall not be permitted.

21 13 13, 2.1 A. 3. 3. Piping sizes 65 mm (2 ½ inches) and larger shall be black steel Schedule 10 with grooved connections. Grooves in Schedule 10 piping shall be rolled grooved only.

3. Piping sizes 65 mm (2 ½ inches) and larger shall be black steel Schedule 40 with grooved connections. Grooves in Schedule 40 piping shall be rolled grooved only.

21 13 13, 2.2 C. C. Provide sprinkler guards in accordance with NFPA 13 and when the elevation of the sprinkler head is less than 7 feet 6 inches above finished floor. The sprinkler guard shall be UL listed or FM approved for use with the corresponding sprinkler.

C. Provide sprinkler guards in accordance with NFPA 13 and when the elevation of the sprinkler head is less than 7 feet 6 inches above finished floor. The sprinkler guard shall be UL listed and FM approved for use with the corresponding sprinkler.

21 13 13, 2.3 A. A. Provide sprinkler cabinet with the required number of sprinkler heads of all ratings and types installed, and a sprinkler wrench for

A. Provide the COR with the required number of sprinkler heads of all ratings and types installed, and a sprinkler wrench for each type of sprinkler in accordance with NFPA 13. Locate at the location required by the COR or their representative.

each type of sprinkler in accordance with

NFPA 13.

21 13 13, 2.3 C. C. Provide three (3) spare flexible sprinkler hose connection assemblies equivalent to the longest length installed. Assemblies shall be provided in their manufacturer shipping container.

C. Provide ten (10) spare flexible sprinkler hose connection assemblies equivalent to the longest length installed. Assemblies shall be provided in their manufacturer shipping container. Provide 10 connections with mounting hardware for both acoustical ceiling tile systems and hard ceilings.

21 13 13, 2.4 Pipe hangers, supports, and restraint of system piping shall be in accordance with

NFPA 13.

Pipe hangers, supports, and restraint of system piping shall be in accordance with NFPA 13 and as required by manufacturer.

Pay special attention to seismic bracing and cabling requirements due to the seismic ‘D’ rating per ASCE 7.

21 13 13, 2.5 Provide white painted steel escutcheon plates. Provide chrome-plated steel escutcheon plates.

21 13 13, 3.1 B. B. Installation of Piping: Accurately cut pipe to measurements established by the installer and work into place without springing or forcing. In any situation where bending of the pipe is required, use a standard pipe-bending template. Concealed piping in spaces that have finished ceilings. Where ceiling mounted equipment exists, such as in laboratories, install sprinklers so as not to obstruct the movement or operation of the equipment.

Sidewall heads may need to be utilized.

Pipe hangers, supports shall be installed accordance with NFPA 13. Installation of Flexible Sprinkler Hose Fittings: Attachment to existing or new sprinkler pipe shall be in accordance with NFPA 13 and the manufacturer’s instructions and listing.

Attachment to ceilings shall use the manufacturer’s listed bracket attachment materials and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Each flexible sprinkler hose fitting shall be installed in accordance with the maximum bend/minimum bend radius allowed by the manufacturer listing. The contractor shall provide a list identifying each flexible hose fitting installed and document verification by the installation supervisor that each fitting installed has been field inspected to be in compliance with the manufacturer’s listing criteria.

B. Installation of Piping: Accurately cut pipe to measurements established by the installer and work into place without springing or forcing. In any situation where bending of the pipe is required, use a standard pipe-bending template. Conceal piping in spaces that have finished ceilings. Where ceiling mounted equipment exists, such as in laboratories, install sprinklers so as not to obstruct the movement or operation of the equipment. Sidewall heads may need to be utilized. Pipe hangers, supports shall be installed accordance with NFPA 13 and manufacturer’s recommendations.

Installation of Flexible Sprinkler Hose Fittings: Attachment to new sprinkler pipe shall be in accordance with NFPA 13 and the manufacturer’s instructions and listing.

Attachment to ceilings shall use the manufacturer’s listed bracket attachment materials and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Each flexible sprinkler hose fitting shall be installed in accordance with the maximum bend/minimum bend radius allowed by the manufacturer listing to meet FM approved installation. The contractor shall provide a list identifying each flexible hose fitting installed and document verification by the installation supervisor that each fitting installed has been field inspected to follow the manufacturer’s listing criteria.

21 13 13, 3.1 D. D. Affix cutout disks, which are created by cutting holes in the walls of pipe for non-threaded pipe connections to the pipe connection near to the pipe from where they were cut.

D. Affix cutout disks or coupon, which are created by cutting holes in the walls of pipe for non-threaded pipe connections, to the pipe connection near to the pipe from where they were cut.

21 13 13, 3.1 G. G. Firestopping shall be provided for all penetrations of fire resistance rated

G. Firestopping shall be provided for all penetrations of fire resistance rated construction. Firestopping shall comply with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

construction. Firestopping shall comply with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING. Notify COR when complete to verify installation of fire-stopping.

21 13 13, 3.1 F. F. Sleeves: Provide for pipes passing through masonry or concrete. Provide space between the pipe and the sleeve in accordance with NFPA 13. Seal this space with a UL Listed through penetration fire stop material in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING. Where core drilling is used in lieu of sleeves, also seal space. Seal penetrations of walls, floors and ceilings of other types of construction, in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

F. Sleeves: Provide for pipes passing through masonry or concrete. Provide space between the pipe and the sleeve in accordance with NFPA 13. Seal this space with a UL Listed through penetration fire stop material in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING. Use sleeves, leave sleeve material 2” above finished floor. Seal penetrations of walls, floors and ceilings of other types of construction, in accordance with Section 07 84 00, FIRESTOPPING.

21 13 13, 3.2 3.2 INSPECTION AND TEST

A. Preliminary Testing: Hydrostatically test and inspect each modified system at the system static pressure as specified in NFPA 13, in the presence of the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) or his designated representative..

B. Final Inspection and Testing: Subject system to tests in accordance with NFPA 13, and when all necessary corrections have been accomplished, advise COR to schedule a final inspection and test. Connection to the fire alarm system shall be verified in service for at least ten days prior to the final inspection, with adjustments made to prevent false alarms.

Furnish all instruments, labor and materials required for the tests and provide the services of the installation foreman or other competent representative of the installer to perform the tests. Correct deficiencies and retest system as necessary, prior to the final acceptance.

Include the operation of all features of the systems under normal operations in test

3.2 FLUSHING, PRELIMINARY TESTING,

AND FINAL TESTING

A. Flush new system prior to conducting any tests. Visually verify that no debris contained with branch or main lines prior to preliminary testing. Flush in presence of the COR.

B. Preliminary Testing: Prior to final hydrostatic inspection and testing, the Contractor shall test all new piping, fittings, and appurtenances for a minimum of 24 hours at minimum 200 psig. Sprinkler head replacement or modification affecting 20 or fewer sprinkler heads shall require testing at system pressure, 150 psig. Isolate existing piping from new systems for testing.

Contractor is to provide a test rig and utilize VA-calibrated test gauge. Preliminary test shall have no pressure loss and no visual signs of leakage. Contractor must walk entire system to verify no leakage. Contractor to correct leaks and to repair visual signs of leakage. Should extensive leaks be found or multiple preliminary tests fail due to leakage or visual signs of leakage, the Contractor shall entirely dismantle the system and install new piping, fittings, hangers, bracing, etc. as required by the COR. Document preliminary testing. Final testing shall not occur until the system passes preliminary testing per the

COR.

C. Final Inspection and Testing: Subject new systems to final test in accordance with NFPA 13 and in the presence of the COR.

Connection to the fire alarm system shall be verified in service for at least ten days prior to the final inspection, with adjustments made to prevent false alarms. Furnish all instruments, labor, and materials required for the tests and provide the services of the installation foreman or other competent representative of the installer to perform the tests. Include the operation of all features of the systems under normal operations in test.

Document final testing and provide to the

COR.

21 13 13, 2.1 Submit sealants, PTFE, etc. to be used on the sprinkler system.

21 13 13 Submit engraved system hydraulic data plate as required per NFPA 13. Submit to COR for review prior to manufacture/order.

RALPH H. JOHNSON MEDICAL CENTER RENOVATE THE COMMON AREA

Construction Document Submission June 2016

TABLE OF CONTENTS 00 01 10-1

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

VHA MASTER SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Section 00 01 10

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS DATE

01 00 00 General Requirements 11-15 01 33 23 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples 07-15 01 35 26 Safety Requirements 10-14 01 42 19 Reference Standards 07-15 01 58 16 Temporary Interior Signage 07-15 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management 09-13 01 81 13 Sustainable Construction Requirements 09-15

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 02-15 02 41 19 Selected Demolition 02 82 11 Traditional Asbestos Abatement 02 82 13.13 Glovebag Abatement 02 83 33.13 Lead Based Paint Removal and Disposal

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 50 00 Metal Fabricators

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 84 00 Firestopping 10-15 07 92 00 Joint Sealants 10-15 07 95 00 Fire 520 Series (Basis of Design) 07 95 13 Expansion Joint Cover Assemblies 05-15

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 01-13 08 14 00 Interior Wood Doors 12-15 08 17 10 Integrated Door Assemblies 03-12 08 21 50 Stile and Rail MDF & Wood Doors 08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 10-11 08 71 00 Door Hardware 02-15 08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators 06-12 08 90 00 Louvers and Vents 05-15

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 05 16 Subsurface Preparation for Floor Finishes 02-15 09 22 16 Non Structural Metal Framing 09 29 00 Gypsum Board

TABLE OF CONTENTS 00 01 10-2

09 30 13 Ceramic/Porcelain Tiling 10-15 09 50 00 Acoustical Ceilings 09 54 23 Linear Metal Ceilings 09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 10-11 09 65 16 Resilient Sheet Flooring 07-13 09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring 10-15 09 67 23.30 Resinous High Performance Decorative Mortar Flooring 07-14

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 11 13 Chalkboards and Markerboards 10-15 10 11 23 Tackboards 10-15 10 21 16 Shower and Dressing Compartments 11-11 10 26 00 Wall and Door Protection 10-15 10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories 11-15 10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 08-14 10 51 13 Metal Lockers

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

11 53 53 Biological Safety Cabinets and Laminar Airflow Work

Stations

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 34 00 Manufactured Plastic Casework 10-15 12 36 00 Countertops 12-15 12 36 00.1 Countertops – Histology Laboratory

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 05 41 Seismic Restraint Requirements for Non-Structural

Components 01-14

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 08 00 Commissioning of Fire Suppression System 05-15 21 13 13 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems 06-15

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 11 Common Work Results for Plumbing 09-15 22 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 09-15 22 07 11 Plumbing Insulation 09-15 22 08 00 Commissioning of Plumbing Systems 06-13 22 11 00 Facility Water Distribution 09-15 22 13 00 Facility Sanitary and Vent Piping 09-15 22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures 09-15

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR

CONDITIONING (HVAC)

02-15 23 05 11 Common Work Results for HVAC 02-15 23 05 12 General Motor Requirements for HVAC and Steam 11-10

VHACHAArdelR Typewritten Text 09 91 00 Painting 01-16

VHACHAArdelR Typewritten Text Revised 10.05.2017 FA

TABLE OF CONTENTS 00 01 10-3

Generation Equipment 23 05 41 Noise and Vibration Control for HVAC Piping and

Equipment 02-15

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 02-15 23 07 11 HVAC and Boiler Plant Insulation 02-15 23 08 00 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 02-15 23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings 02-15 23 34 00 HVAC Fans 23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets 04-11

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 11 Requirements for Electrical Installations 07-15 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 07-13 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 12-12 26 05 33 Raceway and Boxes for Electrical Systems 05-14 26 08 00 Commissioning of Electrical Systems 06-13 26 09 23 Lighting Controls 05-14 26 22 00 Low-Voltage Transformers 26 24 16 Panelboards 26 27 26 Wiring Devices 12-15 26 51 00 Interior Lighting 08-14

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 11 Requirements for Communications Installations 06-15 27 41 31 Master Antenna Television Equipment and Systems 27 52 23 Nurse Call and Code Blue Systems

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 00 Common Work Results for Electronic Safety and Security 09-11 28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and

Security 09-11

28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and Security

09-11

28 05 28.33 Conduits and Backboxes for Electronic Safety and Security

09-11

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SECTION 09 66 23.16

EPOXY-RESIN TERRAZZO FLOORING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY: Flooring in all corridor areas shown to be terrazzo; estimated 37,717 sf.

Provide 5 patterns with 5 color patterns for selection.

A. Section includes.

1. Thin-set epoxy terrazzo.

2. Related accessories.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. American Concrete Institute (ACI):

1. ACI Committee No. 403 Bulletin Title No. 59-43.

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

1. ASTM C131 "Standard Test Method for Resistance to Degradation of Small-Size Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in the Los Angeles Machine."

2. ASTM C140 "Standard Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Concrete Masonry Units and Related Units."

3. ASTM C373 "Standard Test Method for Water Absorption, Bulk Density, Apparent Porosity, and Apparent Specific Gravity of Fired Whiteware Products."

4. ASTM C1021 Standard Practice for Laboratories Engaged in the Testing of Building Sealants."

5. ASTM C1093 Standard Practice for Accreditation of Testing Agencies for Masonry."

6. ASTM D412 "Standard Test Methods for Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic Elastomers—

Tension."

7. ASTM D638 "Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Plastics."

8. ASTM D695 "Standard Test Method for Compressive Properties of Rigid Plastics."

9. ASTM D696 "Standard Test Method for Coefficient of Linear Thermal Expansion of Plastics

Between -30°C and 30°C With a Vitreous Silica Dilatometer."

10. ASTM D1308 "Standard Test Method for Effect of Household Chemicals on Clear and

Pigmented Organic Finishes."

11. ASTM D2240 "Standard Test Method for Rubber Property—Durometer Hardness."

12. ASTM D2370 "Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Organic Coatings."

13. ASTM E96 "Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials."

14. ASTM F1869 "Standard Test Method for Measuring Moisture Vapor Emission Rate of Concrete

Subfloor Using Anhydrous Calcium Chloride."

15. ASTM F2170 "Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs

Using in situ Probes.".

C. The International Accreditation Service (IAS)

1. IAS or ILAC Mutual Recognition Arrangement as complying with ISO/IEC Standard 17025.

D. International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI):

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1. "Technical Guidelines 03732: Guide for Selecting and Specifying Surface Preparation for Sealers, Coatings, and Membranes."

E. International Organization for Standardization (ISO):

1. ISO 17025 "General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories."

F. The National Terrazzo & Mosaic Association Inc. (NTMA):

1. “Terrazzo Specifications and Design Guide”

2. “Guide Specification for Epoxy Terrazzo”.

3. Technical Bulletin T#24.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Recycled Content: Recycled content is defined in accordance with the International Organization of Standards document, ISO 14021 — Environmental labels and declarations — Self-declared environmental claims (Type II environmental labeling).

1. Preconsumer Recycled Material: Material diverted from the waste stream during the manufacturing process. Reutilization of materials (i.e., rework, regrind or scrap generated in a process and capable of being reclaimed within the same process that generated it) is excluded.

2. Postconsumer Recycled Material: Waste material generated by households or by commercial, industrial and institutional facilities in their role as end-users of the product, which can no longer be used for its intended purpose.

B. VOC: Volatile Organic Chemical

1.4 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate the types of traffic allowed on terrazzo between the following events:\

1. Completion of pouring and before coarse grinding.

2. Completion of grouting and before polishing.

B. Coordinate the preparation for terrazzo work with the installation of plumbing, electrical, communications, and data work in the floor area to receive terrazzo.

1. Verify that fixtures, equipment, and outlets will be located properly and at the correct elevation.

1.5 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Pre-installation Conference: Conduct conference at Project site. Review methods and procedures related to terrazzo including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inspect and discuss installation procedures, joint details, jobsite conditions, substrate specification, vapor barrier details and coordination with other trades.

2. Review and finalize construction schedule and verify availability of materials, Installer’s personnel, equipment and facilities needed to make progress and avoid delays.

3. Review special terrazzo designs and patterns.

4. Review dust control procedures.

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5. Review plans for concrete curing and site drying to enable timely achievement of suitable slab moisture conditions where new pours are required.

6. Review concrete substrate tolerance requirements for acceptable terrazzo installation where new pours are required.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Manufacturer’s product data for each type of terrazzo and accessory including the following information:

1. Physical properties.

2. Performance properties.

3. Independent Lab Testing for Moisture Mitigation System and Bond Strength Testing

4. For tests not listed in published data, supply missing data according to standard referenced.

B. Shop Drawings: Include terrazzo installation requirements. Include plans, elevations, sections, component details and attachments to other work. Show layout of the following:

1. Divider strips.

2. Control- and expansion-joint strips.

3. Base and border strips.

4. Abrasive strips.

5. Precast terrazzo-jointing and edge configurations including anchorage details.

6. Terrazzo patterns.

C. Samples for Verification: For each type, material, color and pattern of terrazzo and accessory required showing the full range of color, texture and pattern variations expected. Label each terrazzo sample to identify manufacturer’s matrix color and aggregate types, sizes and proportions. Prepare samples of same thickness and from same material to be used for the Work in size indicated below:

1. Epoxy Terrazzo: minimum 6” x 6” (150 mm x 150 mm) sample of each color and type of terrazzo.

2. Accessories: 6” (150 mm) length of each kind of divider strip, stop strip and control joint strip required.

D. Coordination Drawings: drawn to scale, on which the following items are shown and coordinated with each other, using input from installers of the items involved:

E. Material Certificates: For each type of terrazzo flooring system product, provide supplier or manufacturer's written certificate stating that materials comply with or exceed NTMA specified properties and performance requirements of this Section.

F. Sample Warranties: For manufacturer's special warranties.

1.7 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Maintenance Data: NTMA maintenance recommendations and manufacturer’s instructions to include in maintenance manuals.

B. Repair Procedures: Provide written procedures for the following:

1. Epoxy Terrazzo Flooring: Removal and replacing damaged portions of flooring.

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1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Engage a terrazzo manufacturer with minimum 5 years documented manufacturing experience producing epoxy binder, and flexible crack isolation membranes; including the following:

1. Furnish documentation for a terrazzo manufacturer recognized by the NTMA as an Associate Member with a least 5 epoxy terrazzo projects of the same scope and complexity; installed in the past 5 years using material being submitted for this project.

B. Installer Qualifications: Submit proof of Contractor's membership in NTMA with a letter recognizing that they are a qualified installer in good standing and is acceptable to epoxy terrazzo manufacturer.

1. Furnish documentation for at least 3 epoxy terrazzo projects of the same scope and complexity;

installed in the past 5 years using material being submitted for this project.

1.9 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to Project site in manufacturer's undamaged, unopened containers with a label on each container clearly marked with the following information:

1. Product name

2. Manufacturer's name

3. Component designation (A or B, etc.)

4. Ratio of component mixture

5. CHEMTREC Emergency Response Information

B. Handle materials by methods which prevent damage.

C. Inspect direct jobsite deliveries to assure quantities are correct; materials comply with requirements;

and materials are not damaged.

D. Immediately return materials found to be defective in manufacturing and materials damaged in transit, handling or storage.

1. Replace defective materials at no cost to Owner.

E. Store materials per manufacturer's instructions and as follows:

1. Store materials in their original, undamaged packages and containers, inside a well-ventilated area protected from weather, moisture, soiling, extreme temperatures and humidity.

2. Maintain storage temperatures between 60° F (15.6° C) and 90° F (32.2° C).

3. Maintain seals and labels intact and legible.

4. Do not use materials which have been stored for a longer period of time than the manufacturer's maximum recommended shelf life.

1.10 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Temperature:

1. Maintain the ambient room and substrate temperature at 55° F (12.8° C) or above during stripping and pouring.

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a. Maintain this temperature at least 48 hours after completion of pouring.

2. After terrazzo has been poured, maintain substrate temperature at 40° F (4.4° C) or above until substantial completion.

3. Each day of installation, before beginning work, verify that the dew point is at least 5° F (-15.0° C) less than the slab and air temperature.

B. Verify that adequate ventilation is provided.

C. Maintain a minimum uniform level of 50-60 foot candles (538.2 Lux – 645.8 Lux) in areas where terrazzo system is being installed.

D. Acceptable Substrate Conditions:

1. Flatness Tolerance: Maximum variation from flatness of 1/4 inch in 10 feet (6 mm in 3 m).

a. Allow no curing agents to be used in areas to receive terrazzo.

2. Test concrete substrate to determine acceptable moisture levels prior to terrazzo installation.

3. Saw cutting of control joints must be done between 12 and 24 hours after placement of the structural concrete and at a frequency compatible to ACI recommendations.

E. Provide permanent lighting or, if permanent lighting is not in place, simulate permanent lighting conditions during terrazzo installation.

F. Close spaces to traffic during terrazzo application and for not less than 24 hours after application unless manufacturer recommends a longer period.

G. Provide protection from other trades prior to final acceptance by owner.

H. Dust Control: Control and collect dust produced by grinding operations per this project’s VA standards

1.11 WARRANTY

A. Special Warranty: Manufacturer and installer, jointly, agree to provide labor and material to repair (and if necessary to replace) components of epoxy terrazzo flooring system that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Failures include, but are not limited to, loss of bond and damage due to normal wear and tear.

2. Failures do not include the following:

1) Damage due to bubbling or loss of adhesion due to moisture penetration through the substrate.

2) Acts of God or other elements beyond scope of protection of this system.

3) Reflective cracks from substrate.

3. Warranty Period: 2 years from date of Substantial Completion.

4. Limitations:

1) In case of warranty claim, Owner will provide written notice to terrazzo manufacturer and installer within 30 days of problem's discovery.

2) Owner will provide free access to area during normal working hours.

3) Owner assumes responsibility for protection and maintenance of epoxy terrazzo flooring from date of Substantial Completion on.

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4) Remedies provided by epoxy terrazzo flooring manufacturer and installer are limited to direct repair of Epoxy Terrazzo Flooring System.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. Basis-of-Design Products: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by Terrazzo & Marble Supply Co: Terroxy Resin System, or equal.

B. Source Limitations: Obtain primary Epoxy Terrazzo Flooring System materials including membranes, primers, resins, and hardening agents from a single manufacturer.

1. Obtain aggregates, solvents, divider strips, sealers and cleaners from source recommended by primary materials manufacturer.

2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. NTMA Standards: Comply with NTMA's "Terrazzo Specifications and Design Guide" and with written recommendations for terrazzo type indicated unless more stringent requirements are specified.

B. Performance Requirements:

1. Field Applied Adhesives, Sealants and Sealant Primers: Comply with South Coast Air Quality Management District (SCAQMD) Rule 1168. VOC limits listed in the table below correspond to an effective date of July 1, 2005, and rule amendment date of January 7, 2005.

1) VOC Limits: 65 g/L or less.

2. Field Applied Adhesives, Sealants and Sealant Primers: Comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Public Health's "Standard Method for the Testing and Evaluation of Volatile Organic Chemical Emissions from Indoor Sources Using Environmental Chambers."

3. Recycled Content: Use materials with recycled content such that the sum of postconsumer recycled content plus 1/2 of the preconsumer content constitutes at least 30 percent, based on cost, of the total value of the materials in the project.

1) The recycled content value of a material assembly is determined by weight. The recycled fraction of the assembly is then multiplied by the cost of assembly to determine the recycled content value.

2.3 EPOXY TERRAZZO FLOORING SYSTEM

A. Materials:

1. Epoxy Resin: Manufacturer’s standard recommended for use indicated and in color required for mix indicated.

a. Terroxy Resin: Pensive #13430

b. Physical Properties without Aggregates:

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1) Hardness: ASTM D2240 70-85 Shore D

2) Minimum Tensile Strength: 4,800 psi (33 mPA) per ASTM D638 for a 2-inch (50

mm) specimen made using a “C” die per ASTM D412.

3) Minimum Compressive Strength: 12,000 psi (83 mPA) per ASTM D695, Specimen

B cylinder.

4) Chemical Resistance: No deleterious effects by contaminants listed below after 7-day immersion at room temperature per ASTM D1308.

a) Distilled water

b) Mineral water

c) Isopropanol

d) Ethanol

e) 0.025 percent detergent solution

f) 1 percent soap solution

g) 10 percent sodium hydroxide

h) 10 percent hydrochloric acid

i) 5 percent acetic acid

c. Physical Properties with Aggregates: For resin blended with Georgia White marble, ground, grouted, and cured per requirements in NTMA’s “Guide Specification for Epoxy Terrazzo,” comply with the following:

1) Flammability: Self-extinguishing, maximum extent of burning 0.25 inch (6 mm) per

ASTM D635.

2) Linear Coefficient of Thermal Expansion: 25.0x10-6 in/in per ºF (11.4x10-7 cm/cm per ºC) for temperature range of -12° to 140° F (-24° to 60° C) per ASTM D696.

3) Bond Strength: When tested in accordance with Field Test Method for surface soundness and adhesion as described in ACI Committee No. 403 Bulletin Title No.

59-43 the Epoxy terrazzo shall comply with the following value: 100 percent concrete failure minimum, with 300 psi (2.1 mPA) minimum tensile strength.

2. Marble Chips:

a. Sizes: 60% #1's and 40% #0's, conforming to NTMA gradation standards.

b. Abrasion and Impact Resistance: ASTM C131-89; maximum 40 percent loss.

c. Chips shall contain no deleterious or foreign matter.

d. Post-Industrial Recycled Content: 40 percent.

B. Mix: Comply with NTMA’s “Terrazzo Specifications and Design Guide” and manufacturer’s written instructions for matrix and aggregate proportions and mixing.

1. Color and Pattern Schedule: Where the following designations are indicated, provide specified terrazzo matrices matching

a. TER-1: TMHS-2006

1) 20% Crystal Glass #0,1

2) 20% Beige Porcelain #0,1

3) 20% Chocolate Glass #0,1

4) 30% Valders #1

5) 10% Arabian Black Glass #0

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2.4 DIVIDER AND ACCESSORY STRIPS

A. Thin –Set Divider Strips: L-type and T-type.

1. Material: Aluminum.

2. Top Width: 1/8 inch (1.6 mm).

B. Heavy-Top Divider Strips: Angle type in depth required for topping thickness indicated.

1. Bottom-Section Material: Matching top-section material.

2. Top-Section Material: Aluminum.

3. Top-Section Width: 1/8 inch (3 mm).

C. Control joint Strips: Separate, double L-type divider strips, positioned back to back with 3/8 inch (9.5

mm) separation filled will sealant.

D. Accessory Strips: Match divider-strip width, material, and color unless otherwise indicated

1. Base bead and base dividers.

2. Edge beads for exposed edges of terrazzo.

2.5 MISELLANEOUS PRODUCTS

A. Concrete Patch and Topping: 100 percent solids fill mortar system including blended aggregate.

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