42110341_Replace Water DistroSystem-FIG_SPECS.pdf

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

DMVA PROJECT NO. 42110341

For

REPLACE WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

FORT INDIANTOWN GAP

ANNVILLE – LEBANON COUNTY – PENNSYLVANIA - 17003

COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA

DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS’ AFFAIRS

ANNVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA

Josh Shapiro, GOVERNOR

Major General Mark J. Shindler, ADJUTANT GENERAL

Date: 14, May 2024

DESIGN PROFESSIONALS

Office of Facilities and Engineering

Bureau of Design and Project Management

Bldg. 0-10, Chapel Road, Ft. Indiantown Gap

Annville, Lebanon County, Pa. 17003

Phone: (717) 861-8804 Fax: (717) 861-8583

DMVA Project#: 42110341 0000002 - 1

Project Name: Replace Water Distribution System

DRAWING INDEX

The drawings which form a part of this project are indicated in the following list.

NUMBER DRAWING TITLE

G.1.0 COVER SHEET

G.1.1 SHEET INDEX, LEGEND, AND GENERAL NOTES

C-100 WATERLINE KEY SHEET

C.101 WATERLINE PLAN SHEET

C.102 WATERLINE PLAN SHEET

C.103 WATERLINE PLAN SHEET

C.104 WATERLINE PLAN SHEET

C.105 WATERLINE PLAN SHEET

C.106 WATERLINE PLAN SHEET

C-200 ROAD RESTORATION DETAILS

C-201 WATERLINE DETAILS

C-301 WATERLINE E&S PLAN/SITE RESTORAYTION PLAN SHEET

C-302 WATERLINE E&S PLAN/SITE RESTORAYTION PLAN SHEET

C-303 WATERLINE E&S PLAN/SITE RESTORAYTION PLAN SHEET

C-304 WATERLINE E&S PLAN/SITE RESTORAYTION PLAN SHEET

C-305 WATERLINE E&S PLAN/SITE RESTORAYTION PLAN SHEET

C-306 WATERLINE E&S PLAN/SITE RESTORAYTION PLAN SHEET

C-307 E&S NOTES AND DETAILS

C-308 E&S NOTES AND DETAILS

The above is an exact list of the drawings included under DMVA Project No. 42110341 and shall be considered a part thereof.

As the work progresses, the Bureau of Design and Project Management may furnish supplemental drawings that may be required for further illustrating details of the work. However, these supplemental drawings will not include the shop drawings, all of which are to be prepared by the Contractor and submitted as hereinafter specified for approval before the work is started.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION TITLE PAGE NO.

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 000002 Drawing Index 000002-1 000002-1

Section 000003 Table of Content 000003-1 000003-1

Section 010100 Summary of Work 010100-1 010100-3

Section 011200 Coordination and Control 011200-1 011200-4

Section 013100 Sequence of Construction & Milestones 013100-1 013100-2

Section 013300 Submittals 013300-1 013300-2

Section 013300a Form 66

Section 014000 Quality Control Requirements 014000-1 014000-6

Section 014000a BDPM Inspection Log

Section 016350 DMVA Supplemental Provisions 016350-1 016350-3

Section 017700 Closeout Procedures 017700-1 017700-4

Section 017823 Operation and Maintenance Data 017823-1 017823-7

Section 017839 Project Record Documents 017839-1 017839-3

GENERAL CONSTRUCTION (.1)

DIVISION 03 CONCRETE

Section 033000 Cast-In-Place Concrete 033000-1 033000-6

DIVISION 22 PLUMBING

Section 221113 Facility Water Distribution Piping 221113-1 221113-11

Section 221114 Horizontal Directional Drilling 221114-1 221114-3

DIVISION 31 EARTHWORK

Section 311000 Site Clearing 311000-1 311000-3

Section 312000 Earth Moving 312000-1 312000-6

Section 312319 Dewatering 312319-1 312319-2

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 321216 Asphatl Paving 321216-1 321216-5

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SECTION 010100

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 STIPULATIONS

A. The specifications “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, “Special Conditions” and

“Division 1 – General Requirements” form a part of this Section by this reference thereto and shall have the same force and effect as if printed herewith in full.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 SCOPE OF WORK, GENERAL

A. The work under this Contract shall generally consist of, but not necessarily be limited to, providing all labor, material, devices, tools and equipment required for the installation of 11,283 LF of new 10” & 6” watermain, fire hydrants, valves and tie ins located in Fort Indiantown Gap and shall be in total accordance with the specifications and drawings and subject to the terms and conditions of all other

Contract Documents.

1.4 PERFORMANCE PERIOD

A. Total days (360) calendar days from Government granted Notice to Proceed.

1.5 WAGE SCALES

A. Wage Scales ARE REQUIRED to be paid on this Project.

1.6 QUESTIONS DURING BID PROCESS.

A. Direct all questions pertaining to the project as shown and described in the contract documents to both persons listed below.

Randy J. Dautrich, P.E.

DMVA, Bureau of Military Construction & Engineering

Bldg. 0-10, Fort Indiantown Gap

Annville, PA 17003

Email: email@pa.gov

Ph.: 717.861.0000 Fax: 717.861.8683

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Tina L. Rebuck

Department of Military and Veterans Affairs State Contracting Office

Building 0-47, Fort Indiantown Gap

Annville, PA 17003

Ph.: 717-861-8794 Fax: 717-861-2932

B. Should the contractor submit an RFI via email, the subject line shall appear as follows:

1. DMVA Project#: 42110341, Replace Water Distribution System

2. Additional information can be included thereafter.

1.7 SUBMITTALS

A. See individual Sections and “SCHEDULE OF MATERIAL SUBMITTALS (AF FORM 66)” included within the project Design Documents

B. Submittals shall be forwarded to Department of Military & Veteran’s Affairs; Division of

Engineering and Architecture, Building 0-10, Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, Pa 17003

C. Each submittal shall include the following:

1. Project number

2. Contract number

3. Related specification section

4. Contractor’s approval stamp

5. Contractors initials and date

6. Area for DMVA-BMCE review stamp

D. All submittals must be approved by the discipline responsible, DMVA-BMCE Design

Professional prior to incorporation into the project.

1.8 REQUIRED WARRANTIES

A. Contractor shall provide all required warranties as outlined within the Project Design

Specifications and on all included Government AF Form 66’s.

PART 2 – OUTLINE OF REQUIRED WORK

2.1 The work of this project consists of but is not necessarily limited to the following. Detailed requirements of the work are described on the pertinent specification sections and/or shown on the drawings.

A. (GENERAL – POINT 1)

1. Prepare and submit all necessary pre-construction documentation as outlined within the project Design Documents.

2. Outline individual construction tasks/milestones.

X. Complete Punch Lists and Final Cleaning.

X. Provide all required closeout documentation and training per the Project Design Documents prior to deeming/granting the project complete.

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END OF SECTION 010100

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SECTION 011200

COORDINATION AND CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 STIPULATIONS

A. The specifications “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, “Special Conditions” and

“Division 1 – General Requirements” form a part of this Section by this reference thereto and shall have the same force and effect as if printed herewith in full.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 SUMMARY

A. Section includes a summary of each contract, including responsibilities for coordination and temporary facilities and controls that govern the performance of the work to complete this project.

B. Specific requirements for work of each contract are also indicated in individual Specification Sections and on Drawings.

1.4 PRIME CONTRACTS FOR CONSTRUCTION

A. Point 1 – General

1.5 WORK HOURS

A. Regular work hours will be Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 4:30 pm.

B. Holidays: No work will be allowed on holidays observed by the State and Federal Government.

C. Weekends: No work will be allowed on weekends.

D. Exceptions: If deemed necessary, exceptions to the above can be made. Prime Contractors must submit, in writing, justification for such an exception and approval from the Department must be obtained prior to commencement of any work.

1. Fort Indiantown Gap: Any and all work that takes place outside of the working hours as listed herein, shall be coordinated with the DMVA-FTIG Construction Manager. Contractor(s) performing work on approved dates shall submit, in writing, a list of all employees that will be on site for the days approved. This list of employees will be submitted to the Fort Indiantown Gap

Police Dept. by the DMVA-FTIG Construction Manager.

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1.6 COORDINATION

A. The General Contractor shall be responsible for coordination between all contracts.

1. Construction operations shall be coordinated to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the work.

2. Coordinate installation of different components with other Contractors to ensure accessibility for required construction operations.

3. Make necessary provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

PART 2 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

2.1 GENERAL

A. It shall be the responsibility of each Contractor to provide, maintain, and remove all facilities and equipment necessary for construction operations for individual Contracts.

1. These items include, but are not limited to:

a. Costs and use charges associated with the facility.

b. Plug-in cords, power cords, and extension cords, power tools.

c. Task lighting and special lighting necessary for construction operations.

d. Storage and fabrication structures/areas.

e. Temporary enclosures for construction activities.

f. Hoisting equipment for construction activities.

g. Waste disposal facilities, including collection and legal disposal of its own waste materials.

h. Daily cleaning of work area.

i. Secure lockup of tools, materials, and equipment.

j. Construction aids, services, and facilities necessary for individual construction activities.

2.2 FIELD OFFICES

A. CONTRACTOR TRAILERS/OFFICES

1. The Prime Contractor(s) shall provide and maintain, at their cost, a suitable office on the premises.

Trailer/offices shall be located based on the either the staging area depicted on the Project Design

Documents and/or the location determined during the Pre-Construction Coordination Meeting.

The Contractor shall provide and maintain all necessary services and utilities for their respective offices and/or trailers, to include, but not limited to; electrical services, sanitary and water services, heating and cooling, telephone/fax and internet services.

B. SANITARY FACILITIES

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1. Portable Toilets (Porta Johns) – Point 1 General Contractor (Lead), at their costs, shall be responsible for providing and maintaining any and all temporary toilet facilities. Toilets are to be utilized by all persons (Contractors, Sub-Contractors, DMVA Personnel, etc.) associated with the project.

a. Cleaning, Pumping and Maintenance of the portable toilets shall be the responsibility of the

Point 1 General Contractor.

PART 3 - TEMPORARY SERVICES/UTILITIES DURING CONSTRUCTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILTIES

A. The General Contractor shall be responsible for all temporary heating, cooling, ventilation, power, lighting and water/sewer. This shall include, unless otherwise indicated, utility-use charges, temporary meters, and temporary connections, necessary during construction operations.

B. The designated Contractor shall install, operate, protect and maintain the respective temporary services as specified herein during the duration of the entire project.

C. Temporary connections to new and/or existing permanent service lines shall be made at locations as directed by the Department, and when the temporary service lines are no longer required, they shall be removed by the Contractor. Any part or parts of the permanent service lines, grounds and building, disturbed and damaged by the installation and/or removal of the temporary service lines, shall be restored to their original condition by the Contractor responsible for the temporary installation.

D. If the Contractor fails to carry out its responsibility in supplying temporary services as set forth in this contract it is responsible for such failure and the Department may take such action as it deems proper for the protection and conduct of the work and shall deduct the cost involved from the amount due the

Contractor. Only those temporary utilities required for construction need to be extended to the work area(s).

3.2 INTERRUPTION OF SERVICES

A. Each Prime Contractor shall have all needed equipment and material to complete planned work at the site prior to shutting down any system.

B. No additional compensation or time will be given to the Contractor if work must be performed on State or

National Holidays or on weekends or on overtime. See Paragraph 1.4 on ‘Working Hours’.

3.3 WELDING

A. Any Contractor using electrical power for welding on the site shall use self-contained engine generating units.

3.4 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

A. Each Contractor shall provide UL listed, NFPA approved fire extinguishers (ten (10) lb. minimum) at the construction site during operations, suitable for all types of fires in accordance with OSHA.

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PART 4 - RESTORATION AND REPAIRS

4.1 RESTORATION

A. All restoration required due to contract operations, shall be the responsibility of each individual

Contractor for their location/area of operation, at no expense to the Department.

4.2 REPAIRS

A. Each individual Contractor shall be responsible for any and all repairs to work areas, to include repairs to both existing finishes and completed work.

B. Individual Contractors will not be responsible for damages resulting from on-going work, neglect and/or carelessness of other contractors and/or their associated sub-contractors. Parties responsible for any damages, no matter the circumstances, will be required to repair all damages at no expense to the

Department.

END OF SECTION 011200

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SECTION 013100

SEQUENCE OF CONSTRUCTION AND MILESTONES

Part 1 GENERAL

A. The specifications “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, “Special Conditions” and

“Division 1 – General Requirements” form a part of this Section by this reference thereto and shall have the same force and effect as if printed herewith in full.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Before beginning work, the Contractor will be required to prepare a schedule in consultation with the

Department. The work must be carried out in full accordance with the schedule. The Contractor shall arrange without any unnecessary interference with the Institution’s operation.

1.4 CRITICAL MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

A. The Contractor is cautioned that all necessary and required critical materials and equipment shall be ordered as quickly as possible, in order that the shipping will not delay the progress of the work or completion of the project.

1.5 CRITICIAL ITEMS TO BE NOTED AS MILESTONES

A. Refer to the General Conditions regarding construction progress Milestones to be established by the Lead

Contractor.

B. The Lead Contractor shall submit a construction schedule, for the total project, including all prime contractors critical path work items. The schedule shall be submitted at the pre-construction meeting.

The schedule will be reviewed and approved by the designer and the using agency to confirm compliance with construction sequencing and Using Agency training schedule.

1. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION (.1)

a. Construction Sequencing

1) Submittals

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2) Mobilization

3) Site Clearing and E&S Measures

4) Excavation & Installation of Domestic Water Main/Service

5) Concrete – Thrust blocks.

6) Testing and Adjusting

7) Final Cleaning, Punch List Items, Close-Out Documents

END OF SECTION 013100

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SECTION 013000

SUBMITTALS

Part 1 GENERAL

A. The specifications “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, “Special Conditions” and

“Division 1 – General Requirements” form a part of this Section by this reference thereto and shall have the same force and effect as if printed herewith in full.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provision of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 SUMMARY

A. Included in this section of the specifications is a list of approvals required for all materials incorporated into the project. The Department reserves the right to require additional approvals if necessary. No material, equipment or supplies listed herein shall be incorporated into the work until the Contractor has obtained prior approval from the Department.

B. Submittals required by each prime contract are indicated within AF Form 66 “Schedule of Material

Submittals” attached to the end of Section 01300.

1.4 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Refer to ‘Submittals’ of the General Conditions.

B. Comply with the following or resubmission will be required:

1. Indicate contract number, specification section and building number (as shown on the drawings) on each item submitted.

2. Signify approval by stamp, initialing and dating each item prior to submission to the Professional.

C. Items requiring testing shall be forwarded directly to the approved laboratory. The Contractor shall pay all costs associated with testing.

D. Expedite critical materials, equipment and shop drawings, and other required submissions.

E. Incomplete submissions will be returned for resubmission.

F. Use of substitutions for materials or details shown on the contract drawings or called for in these specifications require written approval from the Department. See General Conditions.

1.5 PRODUCT DATA

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A. Manufacturer's printed directions and manufacturer's standard specifications showing all dimensions, cuts, finishes, etc., as well as catalog cuts and ratings of all material will be required and shall be submitted in advance prior to application and/or installation.

1.6 TESTS

A. Refer to ‘Tests’ of the General Conditions.

B. Submit required reports listing items tested, tests conducted and results obtained as specified.

1.7 CERTIFICATIONS

A. Submit required certifications in written form identifying authorized representative, manufacturer, systems designer and other required data as specified.

1.8 WARRANTIES

A. Refer to Specifications for required warranties. Copies of proposed warranties specified for products shall accompany the designated submittal of that product.

1.9 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Manual Format (Use 3-ring binder):

1. Title page with the following information for each system covered:

a. Project Title and DMVA Contract Number (in capital letters)

b. Name of Company

c. Name of the individual to be called

d. Normal telephone numbers

e. Contractor's account number for project

2. Index listing all sections of the Manual.

3. Warranties for equipment furnished in contract. (Index tabbed)

4. Complete system circuit diagrams, block diagrams, copies of all approved shop drawings, which shall clearly illustrate how all the components relate and how they are interconnected and a point wiring diagram.

5. Reports, testing analysis.

6. Operating instructions and maintenance instructions for all equipment and finish materials furnished.

1.10 SUBMITTALS LIST

A. See attached AF FORM 66 “Schedule of Material Submittals” organized by prime contract.

END OF SECTION 013000

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SECTION 014000

QUALITY CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 STIPULATIONS

A. The specifications “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, “Special Conditions” and “Divi-sion 1 – General Requirements” form a part of this Section by this reference thereto and shall have the same force and effect as if printed herewith in full.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

B. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract

Document requirements.

1. Specific quality-assurance and -control requirements for individual construction activities are specified in the Sections that specify those activities. Requirements in those Sections may also cover production of standard products.

2. Specified tests, inspections, and related actions do not limit Contractor's other quality-assurance and -control procedures that facilitate compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

3. Requirements for Contractor to provide quality-assurance and -control services required by the

Department of Military and Veterans’ Affairs or authorities having jurisdiction are not limited by provisions of this Section.

4. Specific test and inspection requirements are not specified in this Section.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

A. Quality-Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and after execution of the Work to evaluate that actual products incorporated into the Work and completed construction comply with requirements. Services do not include contract enforcement activities performed by Government

Design Professionals. All Quality Control Services shall be at the Contractor's cost, which shall be included proportionally in all items of payment or contained in any Base Bid or Unit Price on the

Proposal.

B. Preconstruction Testing: Tests and inspections performed specifically for Project before products and materials are incorporated into the Work, to verify performance or compliance with specified criteria.

C. Product Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed by an NRTL, an NVLAP, or a testing agency qualified to conduct product testing and acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, to establish product performance and compliance with specified requirements.

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D. Source Quality-Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed at the source, e.g., plant, mill, factory, or shop.

E. Field Quality-Control Testing: Tests and inspections that are performed on-site for installation of the

Work and for completed Work.

F. Testing Agency: An entity engaged by the contractor to perform specific tests, inspections, or both.

Testing laboratory shall mean the same as testing agency.

G. Government Required Inspections: All inspections deemed necessary per the DMVA Inspection Form, will require oversight and verification by DMVA-Bureau of Design and Project Management personnel.

H. Installer/Applicator/Erector: Contractor or another entity engaged by Contractor as an employee, Subcontractor, or Sub-subcontractor, to perform a particular construction operation, including installation, erection, application, and similar operations.

1. Use of trade-specific terminology in referring to a trade or entity does not require that certain construction activities be performed by accredited or unionized individuals, or that requirements specified apply exclusively to specific trade(s).

I. Experienced: When used with an entity or individual, "experienced" means having successfully completed a minimum of five previous projects similar in nature, size, and extent to this Project; being familiar with special requirements indicated; and having complied with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1.5 CONFLICTING REQUIREMENTS

A. Referenced Standards: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer conflicting requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to the

Government Design Professional(s) for a decision before proceeding.

B. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum provided or performed. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quantity or quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits. To comply with these requirements, indicated numeric values are minimum or maximum, as appropriate, for the context of requirements. Refer uncertainties to the Government Design Professional(s) for a decision before proceeding.

1.6 TESTING SUBMITTALS

A. Schedule of Tests: Testing submittals shall include the following:

1. Specification Section number and title.

2. Entity responsible for performing tests and inspections.

3. Description of test and inspection.

4. Identification of applicable standards.

5. Identification of test and inspection methods.

6. Number of tests and inspections required.

7. Time schedule or time span for tests and inspections.

8. Requirements for obtaining samples.

9. Unique characteristics of each quality-control service.

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1.7 CONTRACTOR'S QUALITY-CONTROL PLAN

A. Quality-Control Plan, General: Submit quality-control plan within ten (10) days of Notice to Proceed, and not less than five (5) days prior to preconstruction conference. Submit in format acceptable to

Government Design Professional. Identify personnel, procedures, controls, instructions, tests, records, and forms to be used to carry out Contractor's quality-assurance and quality-control responsibilities.

Coordinate with Contractor's construction schedule.

B. Quality-Control Personnel Qualifications: Engage qualified personnel trained and experienced in managing and executing quality-assurance and quality-control procedures similar in nature and extent to those required for Project.

1. Project quality-control manager may also serve as Project superintendent.

C. Testing and Inspection: In quality-control plan, include a comprehensive schedule of Work requiring testing or inspection, including the following:

1. Contractor-performed tests including subcontractor-performed tests. Include required tests and inspections and Contractor-elected tests and inspections.

D. Continuous Inspection of Workmanship: Describe process for continuous inspection during construction to identify and correct deficiencies in workmanship in addition to testing and inspection specified.

Indicate types of corrective actions to be required to bring work into compliance with standards of workmanship established by Contract requirements and approved mockups.

E. Monitoring and Documentation: Maintain testing and inspection reports including log of approved and rejected results. Include work Government Design Professional and/or Project Manager has indicated as nonconforming or defective. Indicate corrective actions taken to bring nonconforming work into compliance with requirements. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1.8 REPORTS AND DOCUMENTS

A. Test and Inspection Reports: Prepare and submit certified written reports specified in other Sections.

Include the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making tests and inspections.

6. Description of the Work and test and inspection method.

7. Identification of product and Specification Section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test and inspection results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Record of temperature and weather conditions at time of sample taking and testing and inspecting.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with the

Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting and re-inspecting.

B. Manufacturer's Technical Representative's Field Reports: Prepare written information documenting manufacturer's technical representative's tests and inspections specified in other Sections. Include the following:

1. Name, address, and telephone number of technical representatives making report.

2. Statement on condition of substrates and their acceptability for installation of product.

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3. Statement that products at Project site comply with requirements.

4. Summary of installation procedures being followed, whether they comply with requirements and, if not, what corrective action was taken.

5. Results of operational and other tests and a statement of whether observed performance complies with requirements.

6. Statement whether conditions, products, and installation will affect warranty.

7. Other required items indicated in individual Specification Sections.

C. Factory-Authorized Service Representative's Reports: Prepare written information documenting manufacturer's factory-authorized service representative's tests and inspections specified in other

Sections. Include the following:

1. Name, address, and telephone number of factory-authorized service representative making report.

2. Statement that equipment complies with requirements.

3. Results of operational and other tests and a statement of whether observed performance complies with requirements.

4. Statement whether conditions, products, and installation will affect warranty.

5. Other required items indicated in individual Specification Sections.

D. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For Government’s records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

1.9 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. General: Qualifications paragraphs in this article establish the minimum qualification levels required;

individual Specification Sections specify additional requirements.

B. Manufacturer Qualifications: A firm experienced in manufacturing products or systems similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

C. Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated for this

Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

D. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

E. Manufacturer's Technical Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative of manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to observe and inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

F. Factory-Authorized Service Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative of manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

1. Testing Agency Responsibilities: Submit a certified written report of each test, inspection, and similar quality-assurance service to Government Design Professional, with copy to Contractor.

Interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from the Contract Documents.

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1.10 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Government Responsibilities: Where quality-control services are indicated as Government’s responsibility, the Government will engage qualified Government personnel and/or an independent testing agency to perform these services.

1. Government will furnish Contractor with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of personnel or testing agencies engaged and a description of types of testing and inspecting they are engaged to perform.

B. Contractor Responsibilities: All testing requirements outlined within the Project Design Documents and/or requested by the Government Project Representatives, are to be the Contractor's responsibility.

Perform additional quality-control activities required to verify that the Work complies with requirements, whether specified or not.

1. Where services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, engage a qualified testing agency to perform these quality-control services.

a. Contractor shall not employ same entity engaged by the Government, unless agreed to in writing by Government.

2. Where quality-control services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each quality-control service.

3. Testing and inspecting requested by Contractor and not required by the Contract Documents are

Contractor's responsibility.

4. Submit additional copies of each written report directly to authorities having jurisdiction, when they so direct.

C. Manufacturer's Field Services: Where indicated, engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect field-assembled components and equipment installation, including service connections. Report results in writing as specified in Section 013300 "Submittal Procedures."

D. Manufacturer's Technical Services: Where indicated, engage a manufacturer's technical representative to observe and inspect the Work. Manufacturer's technical representative's services include participation in preinstallation conferences, examination of substrates and conditions, verification of materials, observation of Installer activities, inspection of completed portions of the Work, and submittal of written reports.

E. Retesting/Re-inspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor's responsibility, provide quality-control services, including retesting and re-inspecting, for construction work that failed to comply with the Contract Documents.

F. Coordination: Coordinate sequence of activities to accommodate required quality-assurance and -control services with a minimum of delay and to avoid necessity of removing and replacing construction to accommodate testing and inspecting.

1. Schedule times for tests, inspections, obtaining samples, and similar activities.

1.11 TESTS AND INSPECTION PROCEDURES

A. Required Tests: Contractors shall refer to the Project Specifications for all testing requirements pertaining to individual aspects of the project.

B. Notification of Inspections and Tests: Contractor shall notify the DMVA-BDPM Project Manager of a required or specified inspection and/or inform them of an upcoming test. Contractor shall refer to the

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DMVA Inspection Log for the required allowance of notification (in business days) for requesting inspections and/or observations of tests.

1. Notification of required inspections or tests shall not be less than 48 hours prior to the inspection and/or test. Weekends and Observed Government Holidays shall not be factored into notifications and are not considered as business days.

C. Upon the completion of an inspection or test. The Government Design Professional or Project Manager will approve or dis-approve the work in question and sign and date the Inspection Log within forty-eight

(48) hours of the test or inspection being completed.

D. At no time shall any work of any type outlined within the DMVA Inspection Log be covered-up or concealed from view until all required inspections and/or tests have been conducted and the Department has approved it.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

1. Provide materials that comply with installation requirements specified in corresponding

Specification Sections or matching existing substrates and finishes. Restore patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining areas with durable seams, that show no visible signs of damage or repair.

B. Protect construction exposed by or for quality-control service activities.

C. In the event of work being deemed unacceptable due to poor workmanship, code violations, failure to meet design intent or following of the design documents, etc., corrective actions will be provided to the contractor along with a timeframe in which the contractor will have to complete the corrective actions.

Communication to the contractor(s) regarding corrective actions will be in the form of meeting minute comments and/or formal (email or written) correspondence provided by the Government Contracting

Office.

D. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility, regardless of the assignment of responsibility for quality-control services.

E. Failure of the contractor to correct work of any type deemed to be unacceptable, could result in the

Government taking actions as outlined within the Project General Conditions.

END OF SECTION 014000

REQ. INSPECTION

NOTICE

(Business

Days)

DEPARTMENT

REPRESENTATIVE (SIGNATURE)

DATE

ACCEPTED

Demolition 72 hours

Footer Environment 48 hours

Underground Mechanical 72 hours

Underground/Overhead Electrical 72 hours

Underground Plumbing 72 hours

Foundation 48 hours

Under-Slab Mechanical 72 hours

Under-Slab Electrical 72 hours

Under-Slab Plumbing 72 hours

Concrete Under Slab/Floor 48 hours

Exterior Wall Construction 48 hours

Mechanical Rough-In 72 hours

Electrical Rough-In 72 hours

Plumbing Rough-In 72 hours

Framing (Interior) 48 hours

Insulation (Interior) 48 hours

Roofing: -

a) Exposed Roof Substrate 72 hours

b) Insulation 72 hours

c) Membrane 72 hours

d) Metal Trim & Flashing 72 hours

e) Gutter and Downspout 72 hours

f) Final Completion of Roof 72 hours

Fire Protection 72 hours

Asphalt/Concrete Paving 72 hours

Final - Mechanical 5 days

Final - Electrical 5 days

Final - Plumbing 5 days

Final - Building 5 days

Final - Site/Grading 5 days

Final - E&S Control Features 5 days

Final - Site Improvements 5 days

NO WORK MAY BE CONCEALED FROM VIEW, UNTIL THE DEPARTMENT HAS APPROVED IT.

Project Name:

Project Location:

DMVA - BUREAU OF DESIGN AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT

INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE INSPECTION LOG

Phone Number:

Email:

Project Manager:

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Pennsylvania Department of Military & Veterans’ Affairs Bureau of Design & Project Management

INSPECTION PROCEDURES

1. Footing Inspection: Is to be performed after footing is dug with chairs and rods in place before concrete is poured.

2. Underground/Overhead M.E.P Inspection: All underground mechanical, electrical and plumbing trenching must be open and all piping, sleeves and/or conduit required for underground utilities shall be in place and provided with rodent-proofing.

3. Foundation Inspection: Is to be performed before framing work begins or backfill is placed. Grease traps, cleanouts, foundation and roof drains must be in place. Foundation coating must be applied, anchor bolts and top plates shall be installed. Post-pour footing inspection shall be conducted at this time and shall include verification of the depth of the footing, continuity of the footing, width of the footing and determining if the top of the footing is level.

Note: Foundation inspection will not be approved until the plumbing, electrical and HVAC underground work has been approved by the Department.

4. Under-Slab M.E.P. Inspection: Shall be performed after any/all plumbing piping, mechanical piping and electrical conduit has been placed and properly sealed and tested. Required pressure testing of plumbing and HVAC piping shall be completed prior to the Under-Slab Inspection.

5. Under-Slab Inspection: Is to be performed prior to the pouring of the concrete and after the base course or sub-base is properly prepared, the vapor barrier (if required) is in place and reinforcing materials such as rebar or wire mesh is properly positioned.

6. Exterior Wall Inspection: Is to be performed after exterior perimeter walls (concrete, CMU, steel framing, etc.) have been erected. Top plates, bracing, lintels, spray-applied vapor/moisture barriers (if required) and rigid wall insulation shall all be installed prior to the inspection being conducted. Inspection shall be performed prior to the installation of interior framing and M.E.P. rough-ins.

7. Electrical Rough-In Inspection: Is to be performed after the roof, framing, fire blocking and bracing are in place and all wiring and other components to concealed are complete. This inspection is required prior the installation of wall and ceiling finishes.

8. Plumbing Rough-In Inspection: Is to be performed after the roof, framing, fire-blocking, fire-stopping, draft stopping, and bracing are in place and all sanitary, storm and domestic water piping is roughed-in. This inspection is required prior to the installation of wall and ceiling finishes.

9. Mechanical Rough-In Inspection: Is to be performed after the roof, framing, fire-blocking and bracing are in place and all ducting and other components to be concealed are complete. This inspection is required prior to the installation of wall and ceiling finishes.

10. Framing Inspection: Is to be performed before insulation is installed and after all plumbing, electrical and mechanical rough-in work is completed and inspected.

Note: The framing may not be approved until all plumbing, electrical and HVAC rough-in work has been approved by the Department.

11. Insulation Inspection: Is to be performed after the framing work is approved by the Department and all insulation materials have been installed. This inspection is required prior to the installation of wall and ceiling finishes.

12. Fire Protection Systems Inspection: Is to be performed after fire alarm systems and/or fire suppression systems are installed and functioning. The Department has the option to accept installation and test certificates from the installing contractor(s) in lieu of witnessing the testing of fire protection systems.

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13. Final Electrical Inspection: Is to be performed after all electrical work in the building has been completed.

14. Final Mechanical Inspection: Is to be performed after all HVAC work in the building has been completed.

15. Final Plumbing Inspection: Is to be performed after all plumbing work in the building has been completed.

16. Final Building Inspection: Is to be performed after all items contained within the project design documents have been completed and all prior inspections have been completed and approved. These items include, but are not limited to:

a. General Building:

Interior and Exterior Finishes Roofing Materials/Flashing Egress Accessibility (including site) Final Grading Site Plan Compliance – Erosion & Sediment Control Measures

b. Electrical Work

c. Plumbing Work

d. Mechanical Work

e. Fire Protection Systems

f. Energy Conservation

17. Department of Military & Veterans’ Affairs (DoD) Special Inspections: Certain facility types and specific components of the facility, may require additional inspections prior to the final acceptance of the facility by the Department. Components such as, but not limited to; weapons vaults, security monitoring, fuel distribution and/or storage, vehicle maintenance exhaust systems and secure communication rooms all may require special inspections.

If not outlined within the project documents, the Department will notify contractors of any special inspections prior to the start of construction.

18. Demolition Inspections: Contractors responsible for demolition work where an entire structure is razed will be required to submit signed documentation that certifies that the vacant lot is filled to existing grade and that all service connections have been disconnected and properly capped. Demolition work being performed on an existing as part of renovation work or the erection of an addition may be subject to inspection by the Department. Contractors must ensure that pedestrian protective measures have been installed prior to the commencing of demolition work.

Contractor shall not negatively impact existing means of egress until alternative egress routes have been established and approved.

NOTES

1. Contractors may not be subject to all the inspections as outlined herein. Contractors shall refer to the attached DMVA Inspection Form for all required inspections pertaining to a specific project.

2. Contractor shall contact the DMVA Project Manager and Government Design Professional prior to any and all required inspections. The DMVA Inspection Form includes required notification timeframes for each required inspection. These notifications shall be considered business days and not include weekends and/or observed Government Holidays.

3. The DMVA Inspection Procedures along with the DMVA Inspection Log, must be retained at the construction site until the completion of all work and must be made available to all Department Representatives upon request.

4. At no time shall work of any type be concealed from view, until all required inspections have been conducted and the Department has approved it.

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SECTION 016350

DEPTARTMENT OF MILITARY & VETERANS AFFAIRS

SUPPLEMENTAL PROVISIONS

PART 1 – GENERAL

A. The specifications “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, “Special Conditions” and “Division 1 –

General Requirements” form a part of this Section by this reference thereto and shall have the same force and effect as if printed herewith in full.

1.2 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and

Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.3 PERSONAL BEHAVIOR

A. Contractors are responsible for informing their employees of the special restrictions on personal behavior and the procedures/potential penalties for violations.

B. Identification tags or badges to be furnished by the Project Manager must be worn at all times while on facility property.

C. Smoking is not permitted in any facility.

1.4 WORKING HOURS

A. Refer to specification Section 011200 “Coordination & Control”, for working hours. Any extension outside of these hours must be accomplished in accordance with the General Conditions and with the consent of both the Department and Institution Manager.

1.5 VEHICLES

A. Construction vehicles, as well as employees’ vehicles, will be parked in an area designated by the Project

Manager and Department and locked at all times. If any vehicles are to be left overnight, the license number or numbers of vehicles must be reported to the Project Manager daily.

1.6 TOOLS

A. Tools shall be kept in a secure (locked) area when not in use and inventoried daily to ensure complete and total accountability. While the tools are being used, they shall be kept in view or on person. Broken or non-usable tools are to be disposed of away from Institutional property.

1.7 FRATERNIZATION

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A. There shall be no fraternization or private relationships of Contractors' employees with residents and

Institution Staff. This includes, but is not limited to, trading, bartering or receiving gifts, money, favors from the residents, or the residents’ friends, relatives or representatives.

1.8 ALCOHOL AND CONTROLLED SUBSTANCES

A. Alcoholic beverages and controlled substances shall not be carried, stored, or consumed on Department property nor left in any vehicle.

1.9 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. General Personnel Register

1. Contractor shall be responsible for creating, updating and revising a typed list of all employees on site, along with a copy of each individual’s photo identification. This information shall also include any and all sub-contractors. The list and copies of identification will be revised and updated as construction progresses. A copy of the list and copies of identification shall be provided to the DMVA Project

Manager, listed in Section 010400-1.4. Contractors shall provide their initial list of employees to the

Project Manager at the pre-construction conference. All future updates to the initial list, to include photo identifications should be delivered to the Project manager at least three (3) days prior to those individuals entering the project site.

B. Fort Indiantown Gap Access

1. Currently access to Fort Indiantown Gap (FTIG) is restricted.