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USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference TABLE OF CONTENTS 06-26-2023

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 1000 SUMMARY

01 2500 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

01 3000 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

01 5000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 6000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 7000 EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

01 7800 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 4100 DEMOLITION

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 1000 ROUGH CARPENTRY

06 2000 FINISH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 1433 STILE AND RAIL WOOD DOORS

08 7100 DOOR HARDWARE

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

09 2116 GYPSUM BOARD ASSEMBLIES

09 9123 INTERIOR PAINTING

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

11 5213 PROJECTION SCREENS

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 01 1000 - 1 Summary

SECTION 01 1000

SUMMARY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT

A. Project Name: Regional Forester's Office and Building 26 Large Conference Room Renovations

B. Owner's Name: USDA Forest Service, Kootenai National Forest .

C. The Project consists of the construction of the following:

1. Renovation of office area including new walls and door to create a private office in an open office area.

2. Ceiling modifications including new lighting, switches and mechanical system modifications for new office space.

3. Revised lighting, floor boxes for power and data outlets, and project screen to create new conference room in existing open office area.

4. All finish work to be done to match existing historic interior finishes and details.

1.02 CONTRACT DESCRIPTION

1.03 WORK BY OWNER

A. The Contracting Officer's Representative will assist the contractor in inspection proposed locations for core drilling and installing new floor outlets.

1.04 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. The USFS intends to occupy the building throughout the duration of the project.

B. Cooperate with Contracting Officer's Representative to minimize conflict and to facilitate Contracting Officer's Representative's operations.

C. Schedule the Work to accommodate Contracting Officer's Representative occupancy.

1.05 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. The USFS will continue to occupy the building and throughout the duration of the project.

Access to all doorways to be maintained through out the project. Work that disrupts exiting will need to be scheduled outside of normal business hours (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. weekdays).

B. Work Hours: work hours will be limited to 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. unless otherwise approved by the Contracting Officer's Representative.

C. Smoking Restrictions: no smoing is permitted inside the building or withing 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, air intakes, or other openings.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 2500

SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Changes proposed by contractor in products, materials, equipment and methods of construction from those required by the contract documents.

1.03 SUBMITTAL

A. See Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Substitution Requests: Submit electronic copy of request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and drawing numbers and titles.

1. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitution and the following , as applicable:

a. Statement indicating why specified product or fabrication or installation cannot be provided, if applicable.

b. Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed to other parts of the work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

c. Detailed comparison of significant qualities or proposed substitution with those of the work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable specification section. Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, substantial design characteristics, warranties and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from work specified.

d. Product data, including drawings and descriptions of products an fabrication and installation procedures.

e. Samples, where applicable or requested.

f. Cost information, including a proposal change, if any, in contract sum.

g. Contractors certification that proposed substitution complies with requirements in the contract documents except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials, and is appropriate fo applications indicated.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Substitutions: Investigate and document compatibility of proposed substitution with related products and materials. Engage qualified testing agency to perform compatibility tests of recommended by manufacturer.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 PRODUCT

A. Substitutions for Cause: Submit requests for substitution immediately upon discovery of need for change, but not later than 15 days prior to time required for preparation and review of related Submittal.

1. Conditions: Contracting Officer's Representative will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied.

a. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

b. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule.

c. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

d. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the work.

e. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the work.

f. Requested substitution provides specific warranty.

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g. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

h. Requested substitution will provide identical visual effect to specified products in every regard.

2. Substitution for Convenience: Not Allowed.

PART 3 - NOT USED

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 01 3000 - 1 Administrative Requirements

SECTION 01 3000

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Electronic document submittal.

B. General administrative requirements.

C. Preconstruction meeting.

D. Progress meetings.

E. Construction progress schedule.

F. Submittals for review, information, and project closeout.

G. Submittal procedures.

1.02 GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Comply with requirements of Section 01 7000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements for coordination of execution of administrative tasks with timing of construction activities.

B. Make the following types of submittals to Contracting Officer:

1. Requests for Interpretation (RFI).

2. Requests for substitution.

3. Shop drawings, product data, and samples.

4. Test and inspection reports.

5. Design data.

6. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

7. Applications for payment and change order requests.

8. Progress schedules.

9. Coordination drawings.

10. Correction Punch List and Final Correction Punch List for Substantial Completion.

11. Closeout submittals.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL

A. All documents transmitted for purposes of administration of the contract are to be in electronic (PDF) format.

1. Besides submittals for review, information, and closeout, this procedure applies to requests for information (RFI's) progress documentation, contract modification documents (e.g. supplementary instructions, change proposals, change orders), applications for payment, field reports and meeting minutes, and any other document any participant wishes to make part of the project record.

3.02 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Attendance Required:

1. Contracting Officer's Representative.

2. Contracting Officer.

3. Contractor.

B. Agenda:

1. Execution of Forest Sevice-Contractor Agreement.

2. Submission of executed bonds and insurance certificates.

3. Distribution of Contract Documents.

4. Submission of list of subcontractors, list of products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

5. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract and Contracting Officer .

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6. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

7. Scheduling.

3.03 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Contracting Officer's Representative will make arrangements for meetings as deemed necessary, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings.

B. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems that impede, or will impede, planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Maintenance of progress schedule.

7. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

8. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

9. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

10. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

11. Other business relating to work.

3.04 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for review:

1. Product data.

2. Shop drawings.

3. Samples for selection.

4. Samples for verification.

B. Submit to Contracting Officer for review for the limited purpose of checking for compliance with information given and the design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

C. Samples will be reviewed for aesthetic, color, or finish selection.

D. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES article below and for record documents purposes described in Section 01 7800 - Closeout Submittals.

3.05 SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for information:

1. Design data.

2. Certificates.

3. Test reports.

4. Inspection reports.

5. Manufacturer's instructions.

6. Manufacturer's field reports.

7. Other types indicated.

B. Submit for Contracting Officers's knowledge as contract administrator or for Contracting Officer's Representative.

3.06 SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. Submit Correction Punch List for Substantial Completion.

B. Submit Final Correction Punch List for Substantial Completion.

C. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout in compliance with requirements of Section 01 7800 - Closeout Submittals:

1. Project record documents.

2. Operation and maintenance data.

3. Warranties.

4. Bonds.

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5. Other types as indicated.

D. Submit for Contracting Officer's Representative's benefit during and after project completion.

3.07 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Shop Drawing Procedure:

1. Prepare accurate, drawn-to-scale, original shop drawing documentation by interpreting the

Contract Documents and coordinating related work.

2. Generic, non-project-specific information submitted as shop drawings do not meet the requirements for shop drawings.

B. Transmit each submittal with a copy of approved submittal form.

C. Transmit each submittal with approved form.

D. Identify Project, Contractor, Sub-Contractor or supplier, pertinent drawings and detail number, and specification section number, as appropriate on each copy.

E. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the work and contract documents.

F. For each submittal for review, allow 15 days excluding delivery time to and from the contractor.

G. Identify variations from contract documents and product or system limitations that may be detrimental to successful performance of the complete work.

H. When revised for resubmission, identify all changes made since previous submission.

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SECTION 01 5000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary utilities.

B. Temporary telecommunications services.

C. Temporary sanitary facilities.

D. Temporary Controls: Barriers, enclosures, and fencing.

E. Security requirements.

F. Waste removal facilities and services.

G. Field offices.

1.02 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. Contracting Officer's Representative will provide the following:

1. Electrical power , consisting of connection to existing facilities .

2. Water supply, consisting of connection to existing facilities.

1.03 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

A. Provide, maintain, and pay for telecommunications services to on-site personnel at time of project mobilization.

B. Telecommunications services shall include:

1. Project superintendent with cell and wireless access capabilities on portable devices.

1.04 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Use of existing facilities is permitted.

B. At end of construction, return facilities to same or better condition as originally found.

1.05 BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas, to prevent access to areas that could be hazardous to workers or the public, to allow for owner's use of site and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations and demolition.

1.06 SECURITY - SEE SECTION 01 3553

A. Coordinate access and security with Contracting Officer's Representative.

B. Contractors to provide secure storage and for tools and materials.

1.07 VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING

A. Coordinate parking and dumpster location with Contracting Officer's Representative.

B. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

1.08 WASTE REMOVAL

A. Provide waste removal facilities and services as required to maintain the site in clean and orderly condition.

B. Provide containers with lids. Remove trash from site periodically.

C. If materials to be recycled or re-used on the project must be stored on-site, provide suitable non-combustible containers; locate containers holding flammable material outside the structure unless otherwise approved by the authorities having jurisdiction.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

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SECTION 01 6000

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. General product requirements.

B. Transportation, handling, storage and protection.

C. Product option requirements.

D. Substitution limitations.

E. Maintenance materials, including extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data Submittals: Submit manufacturer's standard published data. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

B. Shop Drawing Submittals: Prepared specifically for this Project; indicate utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

C. Sample Submittals: Illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

1. For selection from standard finishes, submit samples of the full range of the manufacturer's standard colors, textures, and patterns.

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitations: To the fullest extent possible, provide products of the same kind and from a single source.

B. Compatibility of Options: When the contractor is given the option of selecting between two or more products for use on the project, the product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, even if previously selected products were also options.

C. Nameplates: Except for the required labels and operating data, do not attach or imprint manufacturer's or producers nameplates or trademarks on exposed surfaces of products which will be exposed to view in occupied spaces or on the exterior.

1. Labels: Locate required product labels and stamps on concealed surface or where required for observation after installation, on an acceptable surface that is not conspicuous.

2. Equipment Nameplates: Provide a permanent nameplate on each item of service connected or power operated equipment. Locate on an easily accessible surface which is inconspicuous in occupied space. The nameplates shall contain, as applicable, the following information and other essential operating data:

a. Name of product and manufacturer.

b. Model and serial number.

c. Capacity.

d. Speed.

e. Rating.

1.04 PRODUCT, DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Coordinate on-site storage with Contracting Officer's Representative. Interior, on site storage will be limited to the work area.

B. Deliver, store and handle products in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration and loss, including theft.

1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at the site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

2. Coordinate delivery and installation time to ensure minimum holding time of items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft and other

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3. Deliver products to the site in the manufacturer's original sealed container and other packaging system, complete the labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting and installing.

4. Inspect products upon delivery to ensure compliance with the construction documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

5. Store products in a manner that will facilitate inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 NEW PRODUCTS

A. Provide new products unless specifically required or permitted by Contract Documents.

B. Use of products having any of the following characteristics is not permitted:

1. Made using or containing CFC's or HCFC's.

2. Containing lead, cadmium, or asbestos.

C. Where other criteria are met, Contractor shall give preference to products that:

1. If used on interior, have lower emissions.

2. If wet-applied, have lower VOC content.

3. Have longer documented life span under normal use.

4. Are made of recycled materials.

2.02 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Use any product meeting those standards or description.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers: Use a product of one of the manufacturers named and meeting specifications, no options or substitutions allowed.

C. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with a Provision for Substitutions:

Submit a request for substitution for any manufacturer not named.

2.03 MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software of types and in quantities specified in individual specification sections.

B. Deliver to Project site; obtain receipt prior to final payment.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SUBSTITUTION LIMITATIONS

A. See Section 01 2500 - Substitution Procedures.

3.02 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Package products for shipment in manner to prevent damage; for equipment, package to avoid loss of factory calibration.

B. If special precautions are required, attach instructions prominently and legibly on outside of packaging.

C. Coordinate schedule of product delivery to designated prepared areas in order to minimize site storage time and potential damage to stored materials.

D. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

E. Transport materials in covered trucks to prevent contamination of product and littering of surrounding areas.

F. Promptly inspect shipments to ensure that products comply with requirements, quantities are correct, and products are undamaged.

G. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage, and to minimize handling.

H. Arrange for the return of packing materials, such as wood pallets, where economically feasible.

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3.03 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

A. Store and protect products in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

B. Store with seals and labels intact and legible.

C. Store sensitive products in weathertight, climate-controlled enclosures in an environment favorable to product.

D. For exterior storage of fabricated products, place on sloped supports above ground.

E. Protect products from damage or deterioration due to construction operations, weather, precipitation, humidity, temperature, sunlight and ultraviolet light, dirt, dust, and other contaminants.

F. Comply with manufacturer's warranty conditions, if any.

G. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation and degradation of products.

H. Prevent contact with material that may cause corrosion, discoloration, or staining.

I. Provide equipment and personnel to store products by methods to prevent soiling, disfigurement, or damage.

J. Arrange storage of products to permit access for inspection. Periodically inspect to verify products are undamaged and are maintained in acceptable condition.

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SECTION 01 7000

EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Examination, preparation, and general installation procedures.

B. Requirements for alterations work, including selective demolition .

C. Cutting and patching.

D. Surveying for laying out the work.

E. Cleaning and protection.

F. Demonstration and instruction of Contracting Officer's Representative personnel.

G. Closeout procedures, including Contractor's Correction Punch List, except payment procedures.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Cutting and Patching: Submit written request in advance of cutting or alteration that affects:

1. Structural integrity of any element of Project.

2. Integrity of weather exposed or moisture resistant element.

3. Efficiency, maintenance, or safety of any operational element.

4. Visual qualities of sight exposed elements.

5. Work of Contracting Officer's Representative or separate Contractor.

1.03 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Dust Control: Execute work by methods to minimize raising dust from construction operations.

Provide positive means to prevent air-borne dust from dispersing into atmosphere and over adjacent property.

1. Provide dust-proof barriers between construction areas and areas continuing to be occupied by Contracting Officer's Representative when conducting dust-producing operations.

B. Noise Control: Provide methods, means, and facilities to minimize noise produced by construction operations.

C. The Contracting Officer's Representative may require "quiet times" during special events of the Owner. The Contracting Officer's Representative will give the contractor a minimum of 72 hours notice of any such times. During these times, the operation of disruptive tools and operations is not allowed, especially the use of power tools and floor core drilling operations.

The Contracting Officer's Representative will limit these times to no more than once a week and no longer than 2 hours.

1.04 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and work of the various sections of the Project Manual to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation of interdependent construction elements, with provisions for accommodating items installed later.

B. Notify affected utility companies and comply with their requirements.

C. Verify that utility requirements and characteristics of new operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to, and placing in service, such equipment.

D. Coordinate completion and clean-up of work of separate sections.

E. After Contracting Officer's Representative occupancy of premises, coordinate access to site for correction of defective work and work not in accordance with Contract Documents, to minimize disruption of Contracting Officer's Representative's activities.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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2.01 PATCHING MATERIALS

A. New Materials: As specified in product sections; match existing products and work for patching and extending work.

B. Type and Quality of Existing Products: Determine by inspecting and testing products where necessary, referring to existing work as a standard.

C. Product Substitution: For any proposed change in materials, submit request for substitution described in Section 01 6000 - Product Requirements.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that existing site conditions and substrate surfaces are acceptable for subsequent work.

Start of work means acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Verify that existing substrate is capable of structural support or attachment of new work being applied or attached.

C. Examine and verify specific conditions described in individual specification sections.

D. Take field measurements before confirming product orders or beginning fabrication, to minimize waste due to over-ordering or misfabrication.

E. Verify that utility services are available, of the correct characteristics, and in the correct locations.

F. Prior to Demolition and Cutting: Notify the Contracting Officer a minimum of 7 days in advance of roof removal. Contracting Officer to be on site from demoltion and inspection of underlying roof sheathing. Contractor and Contracting Officer to determine extent of required sheathing demolition in the field.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Clean substrate surfaces prior to applying next material or substance.

B. Seal cracks or openings of substrate prior to applying next material or substance.

C. Apply manufacturer required or recommended substrate primer, sealer, or conditioner prior to applying any new material or substance in contact or bond.

3.03 LAYING OUT THE WORK

A. Layout wall framing and core drilling locations and review with Contracting Officer's Representative prior to starting work.

B. Promptly notify Contracting Officer of any discrepancies discovered.

C. For core drilling operations, locate proposed locations on the floor in the work and and on the ceiling in the space below. This operation must be coordinated with use of the space below.

The Contractor shall be responsible for moving and protecting systems furniture and building finishes below the area of core drilling. Core drilling locations may be to be adjusted to avoid elements mounted on the ceiling below.

3.04 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Install products as specified in individual sections, in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations, and so as to avoid waste due to necessity for replacement.

B. Make vertical elements plumb and horizontal elements level, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Install equipment and fittings plumb and level, neatly aligned with adjacent vertical and horizontal lines, unless otherwise indicated.

D. Make consistent texture on surfaces, with seamless transitions, unless otherwise indicated.

E. Make neat transitions between different surfaces, maintaining texture and appearance.

3.05 ALTERATIONS

A. Drawings showing existing construction and utilities are based on casual field observation and existing record documents only.

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1. Verify that construction and utility arrangements are as indicated.

2. Report discrepancies to Contracting Officer before disturbing existing installation.

3. Beginning of alterations work constitutes acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Remove existing work as indicated and as required to accomplish new work.

1. Remove items indicated on drawings.

2. Relocate items indicated on drawings.

3. If an items is not noted as removed or relocated, verify intent with the Contracting Officer's

Representative.

4. Where new surface finishes are to be applied to existing work, perform removals, patch, and prepare existing surfaces as required to receive new finish; remove existing finish if necessary for successful application of new finish.

5. Where new surface finishes are not specified or indicated, patch holes and damaged surfaces to match adjacent finished surfaces as closely as possible.

C. Protect existing work to remain.

1. Prevent movement of structure; provide shoring and bracing if necessary.

2. Perform cutting to accomplish removals neatly and as specified for cutting new work.

3. Repair adjacent construction and finishes damaged during removal work.

D. Adapt existing work to fit new work: Make as neat and smooth transition as possible.

E. Patching: Where the existing surface is not indicated to be refinished, patch to match the surface finish that existed prior to cutting. Where the surface is indicated to be refinished, patch so that the substrate is ready for the new finish.

F. Refinish existing surfaces as indicated:

1. Where rooms or spaces are indicated to be refinished, refinish all visible existing surfaces to remain to the specified condition for each material, with a neat transition to adjacent finishes.

2. If mechanical or electrical work is exposed accidentally during the work, re-cover and refinish to match.

G. Clean existing systems and equipment.

H. Remove demolition debris and abandoned items from alterations areas and dispose of off-site;

do not burn or bury.

I. Do not begin new construction in alterations areas before demolition is complete.

J. Comply with all other applicable requirements of this section.

3.06 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Whenever possible, execute the work by methods that avoid cutting or patching.

B. Perform whatever cutting and patching is necessary to:

1. Complete the work.

2. Fit products together to integrate with other work.

3. Provide openings for penetration of mechanical, electrical, and other services.

4. Match work that has been cut to adjacent work.

5. Repair areas adjacent to cuts to required condition.

6. Repair new work damaged by subsequent work.

7. Remove samples of installed work for testing when requested.

8. Remove and replace defective and non-complying work.

C. Execute work by methods that avoid damage to other work and that will provide appropriate surfaces to receive patching and finishing. In existing work, minimize damage and restore to original condition.

D. Restore work with new products in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

E. Patching:

1. Finish patched surfaces to match finish that existed prior to patching. On continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection or natural break. For an assembly, refinish entire

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2. Match color, texture, and appearance.

3. Repair patched surfaces that are damaged, lifted, discolored, or showing other imperfections due to patching work. If defects are due to condition of substrate, repair substrate prior to repairing finish.

3.07 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in a clean and orderly condition.

B. Remove debris and rubbish from pipe chases, plenums, attics, crawl spaces, and other closed or remote spaces, prior to enclosing the space.

C. Collect and remove waste materials, debris, and trash/rubbish from site periodically and dispose off-site; do not burn or bury.

3.08 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED WORK

A. Protect installed work from damage by construction operations.

B. Provide special protection where specified in individual specification sections.

C. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed products. Control activity in immediate work area to prevent damage.

D. Remove protective coverings when no longer needed; reuse or recycle coverings if possible.

3.09 FINAL CLEANING

A. Use cleaning materials that are nonhazardous.

B. Remove all labels that are not permanent. Do not paint or otherwise cover fire test labels or nameplates on mechanical and electrical equipment.

C. Remove waste, surplus materials, trash/rubbish, and construction facilities from the site;

dispose of in legal manner; do not burn or bury.

3.10 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Make submittals that are required by governing or other authorities.

B. Accompany Project Coordinator on preliminary inspection to determine items to be listed for completion or correction in the Contractor's Correction Punch List for Contractor's Notice of Substantial Completion.

C. Notify Contracting Officer when work is considered ready for Contracting Officer's Substantial Completion inspection.

D. Submit written certification containing Contractor's Correction Punch List, that Contract Documents have been reviewed, work has been inspected, and that work is complete in accordance with Contract Documents and ready for Contracting Officer's Substantial Completion inspection.

E. Conduct Substantial Completion inspection and create Final Correction Punch List containing Contracting Officer's and Contractor's comprehensive list of items identified to be completed or corrected and submit to Contracting Officer.

F. Correct items of work listed in Final Correction Punch List and comply with requirements for access to Contracting Officer's Representative-occupied areas.

G. Notify Contracting Officer when work is considered finally complete and ready for Contracting Officer's Substantial Completion final inspection.

H. Complete items of work determined by Contracting Officer listed in executed Certificate of Substantial Completion.

3.11 MAINTENANCE

A. Provide service and maintenance of components indicated in specification sections.

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C. Maintenance service shall not be assigned or transferred to any agent or subcontractor without prior written consent of the Contracting Officer's Representative.

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SECTION 01 7800

CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Project record documents.

B. Operation and maintenance data.

C. Warranties and bonds.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements: Submittals procedures, shop drawings, product data, and samples.

B. Individual Product Sections: Specific requirements for operation and maintenance data.

C. Individual Product Sections: Warranties required for specific products or Work.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Project Record Documents: Submit documents to Contracting Officer with claim for final Application for Payment.

B. Operation and Maintenance Data:

1. Submit two copies of preliminary draft or proposed formats and outlines of contents before start of Work. Contracting Officer will review draft and return one copy with comments.

2. For equipment, or component parts of equipment put into service during construction and operated by Contracting Officer's Representative, submit completed documents within ten days after acceptance.

3. Submit one copy of completed documents 15 days prior to final inspection. This copy will be reviewed and returned after final inspection, with Contracting Officer comments.

Revise content of all document sets as required prior to final submission.

4. Submit two sets of revised final documents in final form within 10 days after final inspection.

C. Warranties and Bonds:

1. For equipment or component parts of equipment put into service during construction with

Contracting Officer's Representative's permission, submit documents within 10 days after acceptance.

2. Make other submittals within 10 days after Date of Substantial Completion, prior to final Application for Payment.

3. For items of Work for which acceptance is delayed beyond Date of Substantial Completion, submit within 10 days after acceptance, listing the date of acceptance as the beginning of the warranty period.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain on site one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the Work:

1. Drawings.

2. Addenda.

3. Change Orders and other modifications to the Contract.

B. Ensure entries are complete and accurate, enabling future reference by Contracting Officer's Representative.

C. Store record documents separate from documents used for construction.

D. Record information concurrent with construction progress.

E. Record Drawings: Legibly mark each item to record actual construction including:

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 01 7800 - 2 Closeout Submittals

1. Measured locations of internal utilities and appurtenances concealed in construction, referenced to visible and accessible features of the Work.

2. Field changes of dimension and detail.

3. Details not on original Contract drawings.

3.02 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

A. Product Data: Mark each sheet to clearly identify specific products and component parts, and data applicable to installation. Delete inapplicable information.

B. Drawings: Supplement product data to illustrate relations of component parts of equipment and systems, to show control and flow diagrams. Do not use Project Record Documents as maintenance drawings.

C. Typed Text: As required to supplement product data. Provide logical sequence of instructions for each procedure, incorporating manufacturer's instructions.

3.03 ASSEMBLY OF OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Assemble operation and maintenance data into durable manuals for Contracting Officer's Representative's personnel use, with data arranged in the same sequence as, and identified by, the specification sections.

B. Where systems involve more than one specification section, provide separate tabbed divider for each system.

C. Cover: Identify each binder with typed or printed title OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS; identify title of Project; identify subject matter of contents.

D. Project Directory: Title and address of Project; names, addresses, and telephone numbers of Contracting Officer, Consultants, Contractor and subcontractors, with names of responsible parties.

E. Tables of Contents: List every item separated by a divider, using the same identification as on the divider tab; where multiple volumes are required, include all volumes Tables of Contents in each volume, with the current volume clearly identified.

F. Drawings: Provide with reinforced punched binder tab. Bind in with text; fold larger drawings to size of text pages.

3.04 WARRANTIES AND BONDS

A. Obtain warranties and bonds, executed in duplicate by responsible Subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers, within 10 days after completion of the applicable item of work. Except for items put into use with Contracting Officer's Representative's permission, leave date of beginning of time of warranty until Date of Substantial completion is determined.

B. Verify that documents are in proper form, contain full information, and are notarized.

C. Retain warranties and bonds until time specified for submittal.

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 02 4100 - 1 Demolition

SECTION 02 4100

DEMOLITION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Interior Building demolition and interior building deconstruction for salvage .

B. Core drilling for floor outlets.

C. Selective demolition of building elements for alteration purposes.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 1000 - Summary: Limitations on Contractor's use of site and premises.

B. Section 01 5000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls: Site fences, security, protective barriers, and waste removal.

C. Section 01 6000 - Product Requirements: Handling and storage of items removed for salvage and relocation.

D. Section 01 7000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Project conditions; protection of bench marks, survey control points, and existing construction to remain; reinstallation of removed products; temporary bracing and shoring.

PART 2 PRODUCTS -- NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SCOPE

A. Elements to be removed for re-installation:

1. Base Trim: 1x8 trim and quarter round

B. Interior elements to be removed: ceilings

C. Core dilling for floor outlets

1. Core drill existing floor for installation of floor outlets

2. Field verify core locations on floor above and on exposed ceiling surfaces below prior to drilling. Review locations with owner.

3. Adjust location of core-drilling if locations interfere with MEP items on ceiling below that are not readily moveable.

D. Remove other items indicated, for salvage, relocation, and recycling .

3.02 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION FOR ALTERATIONS

A. Field locate core drilling locations on floor and on ceiling below. Review locations with Contracting Officer's Representative.

B. If proposed locations conflict with existing elements below that cannot readily relocated, core drilling locations to be revised to avoid conflict. All revisions to be approved by Contracting Officer's Representative.

C. Protect all finishes, equipment, and utilities below coring operations. Provide system for catching water and debris.

D.

3.03 DEBRIS AND WASTE REMOVAL

A. Remove debris, junk, and trash from site.

B. Leave site in clean condition, ready for subsequent work.

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 06 1000 - 1 Rough Carpentry

SECTION 06 1000

ROUGH CARPENTRY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Nonstructural dimension lumber framing.

B. Concealed wood blocking, nailers, and supports.

C. Miscellaneous wood nailers, furring, and grounds.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements for submittal procedures.

1.04 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. General: Cover wood products to protect against moisture. Support stacked products to prevent deformation and to allow air circulation.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Dimension Lumber: Comply with PS 20 and requirements of specified grading agencies.

1. If no species is specified, provide species graded by the agency specified; if no grading agency is specified, provide lumber graded by grading agency meeting the specified requirements.

2. Grading Agency: Grading agency whose rules are approved by the Board of Review, American Lumber Standard Committee at www.alsc.org, and who provides grading service for the species and grade specified; provide lumber stamped with grade mark unless otherwise indicated.

2.02 DIMENSION LUMBER FOR CONCEALED APPLICATIONS

A. Sizes: Nominal sizes as indicated on drawings, S4S.

B. Moisture Content: S-dry or MC19.

C. Stud Framing (2 by 2 through 2 by 6 ):

1. Species: Allowed under referenced grading rules.

2. Grade: No. 2.

D. Joist, Rafter, and Small Beam Framing (2 by 6 through 4 by 16 ):

1. Species: Allowed under grading rules.

2. Grade: No. 1 and Better.

E. Miscellaneous Framing, Blocking, Nailers, Grounds, and Furring:

1. Lumber: S4S, No. 2 or Standard Grade.

2. Boards: Standard or No. 3.

2.03 CONSTRUCTION PANELS

A. Roof Sheathing: PS 1 rated.

1. Panel Type: Plywood .

2. Span Rating: 32/16.

3. Thickness: 5/8"

B. Subflooring for catwalks: Oriented strand board wood structural panel; PS 2, rated Single Floor.

1. Bond Classification: Exterior.

2. Thickness: 23/32".

3. Span Rating: 24 .

4. Edges: Square.

PART 3 EXECUTION

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 06 1000 - 2 Rough Carpentry

3.01 PREPARATION

A. Delivery and handling: Contractor should note that access to the attic space is limited. Material delivery for framing and sheathing to the attic is recommended to be from the building exterior through temporary opening in the roof structure. Interior access is limited to 4 small attic hatches incapable of handling larger material.

3.02 INSTALLATION - GENERAL

A. Select material sizes to minimize waste.

B. Reuse scrap to the greatest extent possible; clearly separate scrap for use on site as accessory components, including: shims, bracing, and blocking.

3.03 ROOF-RELATED CARPENTRY

A. Coordinate installation of roofing carpentry with deck construction, framing of roof openings, and roofing assembly installation.

3.04 INSTALLATION OF CONSTRUCTION PANELS

A. Subflooring/Underlayment Combination: Screw to framing; staples are not permitted.

B. Roof Sheathing: Secure panels with long dimension perpendicular to framing members, with ends staggered and over firm bearing.

1. At long edges use sheathing clips where joints occur between roof framing members.

2. At long edges provide solid edge blocking where joints occur between roof framing members.

3. Nail panels to framing; staples are not permitted.

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 06 2000 - 1 Finish Carpentry

SECTION 06 2000

FINISH CARPENTRY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Finish carpentry items.

B. Wood door frames.

C. Wood casings and moldings.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 06 1000 - Rough Carpentry: Support framing, grounds, and concealed blocking.

B. Section 08 1433 - Stile and Rail Wood Doors.

1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. AWI/AWMAC/WI (AWS) - Architectural Woodwork Standards, 2nd Edition 2014, with Errata (2016).

B. AWMAC/WI (NAAWS) - North American Architectural Woodwork Standards 2021, with Errata.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements for submittal procedures.

B. Shop Drawings: Indicate materials, component profiles, fastening methods, jointing details, and accessories.

1. Provide information as required by AWI/AWMAC/WI (AWS) or AWMAC/WI (NAAWS).

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Fabricator Qualifications: Company specializing in fabricating the products specified in this section with minimum five years of experience.

1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Store finish carpentry items under cover, elevated above grade, and in a dry, well-ventilated area not exposed to heat or sunlight.

B. Protect from moisture damage.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 FINISH CARPENTRY ITEMS

A. Quality Standard: Custom Grade, in accordance with AWI/AWMAC/WI (AWS) or AWMAC/WI (NAAWS), unless noted otherwise.

B. Interior Woodwork Items:

1. Moldings, Bases, Casings, and Miscellaneous Trim: smooth; prepare for paint finish.

2. Field verify exact dimensions of existing trim. Match existing profiles with new trim elements.

2.02 LUMBER MATERIALS

A. Softwood Lumber: pine, birch or alder species, maximum moisture content of 6 percent; with flat grain, suitable for smooth paint finish.. MDF will not be accepted as a suitable trim/casing material.

2.03 FASTENINGS

A. Fasteners: Of size and type to suit application; finish in concealed locations and countersunk and filled finish in exposed locations.

2.04 FABRICATION

A. Shop assemble work for delivery to site, permitting passage through building openings.

B. Field verify profiles match existing profiles prior to fabrication/milling of trim.

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C. When necessary to cut and fit on site, provide materials with ample allowance for cutting.

Provide trim for scribing and site cutting.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify adequacy of backing and support framing.

B. Remove trim on walls recieving new work. Determine if removed trim can be salvaged for re-use. Replace all trim unsuitable for re-use.

3.02 INSTALLATION

A. Install custom fabrications in accordance with AWI/AWMAC/WI (AWS) or AWMAC/WI (NAAWS) requirements for grade indicated.

B. Set and secure materials and components in place, plumb and level.

C. Carefully scribe work abutting other components, with maximum gaps of 1/32 inch. Do not use additional overlay trim to conceal larger gaps.

D. Nail to substrate, set nail heads and fill for smooth finished surface.

3.03 PREPARATION FOR SITE FINISHING

A. Set exposed fasteners. Apply wood filler in exposed fastener indentations. Sand work smooth.

B. Fill all abutment voids.

C. Field paint.

3.04 TOLERANCES

A. Maximum Variation from True Position: 1/16 inch.

B. Maximum Offset from True Alignment with Abutting Materials: 1/32 inch.

USFS Bldg 26 Office-Conference 08 1433 - 1 Stile and Rail Wood Doors

SECTION 08 1433

STILE AND RAIL WOOD DOORS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Wood doors, stile and rail design; non-fire rated .

B. Panels of wood .

C. Frames for wood doors.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 06 2000 - Finish Carpentry: Wood door frames.

B. Section 08 7100 - Door Hardware.

C. Section 09 9123 - Interior Painting: Field finishing.

1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. AWI/AWMAC/WI (AWS) - Architectural Woodwork Standards, 2nd Edition 2014, with Errata (2016).

B. AWMAC/WI (NAAWS) - North American Architectural Woodwork Standards 2021, with Errata.

C. WDMA I.S. 6A - Interior Architectural Wood Stile and Rail Doors 2021, with Errata (2022).

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements for submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Indicate stile and rail core materials and construction; veneer species, type and characteristics.

C. Shop Drawings: Illustrate door opening criteria, elevations, sizes, types, swings, undercuts required, special beveling, and special blocking for hardware .

D. Installer's qualification statement.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing the products specified in this section, with not less than three years of experience.

B. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing work of the type specified in this section, with not less than three years of documented experience.

1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Package, deliver, and store doors in accordance with quality standard specified.

B. Accept doors on site in manufacturer's packaging, and inspect for damage.

C. Protect doors with resilient packaging sealed with heat shrunk plastic; do not store in damp or wet areas or areas where sunlight might bleach veneer; seal top and bottom edges with tinted sealer if stored more than one week, and break seal on site to permit ventilation.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS

A. Stile and Rail Wood Doors:

2.02 DOORS

A. Quality…