42240025_RANGE ROAD REPAVING (2024)_SPECS.pdf

PROJECT MANUAL

(Volume 1 of 1)

PROJECT NO. DMVA – 42240025

For

RANGE ROAD ROAD REPAVING

PHASE 2

FORT INDIANTOWN GAP

ANNVILLE, PA

Date: 05 April 2024

DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AND VETERANS AFFAIRS

BUREAU OF MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING

DIVISION OF ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE

BLDG, 0-10, FT. INDIANTOWN GAP, LEBANON COUNTY, ANNVILLE, PA

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

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Range Road Repaving Ph 2 – Fort Indiantown Gap

DRAWINGS

NUMBER AND TITLE OF DRAWINGS

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

G.1.1 COVER SHEET

G.1.2 KEY PLAN AND NOTES

C.1.0 SITE PLAN – 0+00 TO 43+00

C.1.1 SITE PLAN 43+00 TO 105+50

C.1.2 SITE PLAN 105+50 TO 124+00 AND DETAILS

The above is an exact list of the drawings included under Project No. DMVA - 42240025 and shall be considered a part thereof.

DMVA Division of Engineering and Architecture will furnish from time to time as the work progresses, such supplemental drawings as may be required for further illustrating the details of the work, but 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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Range Road Repaving Ph 2– Fort Indiantown Gap

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION TITLE PAGE NO.

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 010100 Summary of Work 010100-1 010100-3 Section 010400 Coordination and Control 010400-1 010400-4 Section 012200 Unit Prices 012200-1 012200-1 Section 013000 Submittals 013000-1 013000-3 Form 66 – CIVIL Section 013100 Sequence of Construction and Milestones 013100-1 013100-2 Section 014000 Quality Control Testing 014000-1 014000-5 DMVA – International Building Code Inspection Log Section 015000 Temporary Utilities 015000-1 015000-2 Section 017700 Closeout Procedures 017700-1 017700-5 Section 017839 Project Record Documents 017839-1 017839-4

CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 32 EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 312000 Earth Moving 312000-1 312000-10 Section 321216 Asphalt Paving 321216-1 321216-7 Section 321313 Concrete Paving 321313-1 321313-10 Section 321373 Concrete Paving Joint Sealants 321373-1 321373-4 Section 329200 Turfs and Grasses 329200-1 329200-7

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SECTION 010100

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 STIPULATIONS

A. The specifications sections “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.

B. The Contractor shall be strictly accountable for the cognizance of carrying out the provisions thereof. Contractor shall note that reference to “Project Design Documents” refers to any and all documentation included within the Project Bid and/or Award Package. This includes, but is not limited to drawings, specifications, Government forms, contractual literature, etc.

1.2 LOCATION

A. Range Road, Fort Indiantown Gap, Annville, Lebanon County, PA

1.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. The project consists of:

1. Replace two 42” CMP with 42” HDPE and flared end sections.

2. Replace 72” CMP with 720” HDPE and 2 type DW endwalls.

3. Install Rip Rap Aprons.

4. Tie into existing paving or concrete with clean saw cut and seal. Tie into gravel paving with compacted material as noted.

5. Full depth removal (approx. 13-1/2 inches) of paving materials (140,000 SF) as shown on the plan. Compact and test subgrade. Remove and replace unsuitable subgrade materials (unsatisfactory soils). Repave with 8” subbase course, 4” base course, tack coat, and 1-1/2” wearing course, as shown on the plan and details.

6. Full depth removal of concrete tank pad paving materials (95 SY) as shown on the plan.

Compact and test subgrade. Remove and replace unsuitable materials (unsatisfactory soils).

Repave with concrete (155 SY) as shown on the plan and details.

7. Seal cracks (300 LF) and seal coat paving material (1,050 SF) as shown on the plan.

8. Mill 1-1/2 inch of existing paving materials (155,000 SF) as shown on the plan. Repave as shown on plan and details.

9. Install paving backup as noted for entire work area.

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10. Complete line painting – crosswalk, two single white lines and single double-yellow line.

11. Restore construction disturbance beyond edges of road.

1.4 PERFORMANCE PERIOD

A. One hundred and eighty (180) 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.

Ms. Tina Rebuck Dept. of Military and Veteran Affairs

Bldg. 0-47, Ft. Indiantown Gap Annville, PA 17003 Email: trebuck@pa.gov Ph.: 717-861-2118

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

1. DMVA 42240025: RANGE ROAD REPAVING PH 2 – FORT INDIANTOWN

GAP

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 - 42240025

2. Contract number

3. Related specification section

4. Contractor’s approval stamp

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5. Contractor’s initials and date

6. Area for Professional’s review stamp

D. All submittals must be approved by the discipline responsible, 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.

1.9 WORK INCLUDED

A. The Work of this Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the project description above. Detailed requirements of the Work are described in the pertinent specification Sections and/or shown on the Drawing.

B. GENERAL CONSTRUCTION (.1)

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

2. Final Cleaning, Punch List Items, Close-Out Documents.

C. HVAC CONSTRUCTION (.2) N/A

D. PLUMBING CONSTRUCTION (.3) N/A

E. ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION (.4) N/A

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 010400

COORDINATION AND CONTROL

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 STIPULATIONS

A. The specifications sections “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, and “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 SECTION INCLUDES

A. This section includes the on-site provisions that govern the performance of the work to complete this project.

1.3 VISITS TO SITE

A. For access to the site during the bidding period, contact the Using Agency site personnel with phone number listed below:

Maj Christopher Brown Ph: (724) 640-1088 Email: c-chrisbro@pa.gov@pa.gov

1.4 UNIDENTIFIED HAZARDOUS MATERIALS (CHEMICALS, ETC.)

A. The Contractor or Subcontractor must comply with all requirements of the General

Conditions, including the maintenance of insurance up to the limit required under the General Conditions.

B. Should a hazardous material be encountered on the job, the Contractor shall comply with all statutes and regulations of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and all rules and regulations of the United States Environmental Protection Agency as they apply during construction and demolition work and the disposal of hazardous material.

C. The Contractor shall comply fully with the regulations of OSHA as they pertain to the protection of workers exposed to the emission of chemicals, etc. and shall take all steps necessary to protect its employees, as well as all other people engaged on site.

D. Whenever a hazardous material is to be removed or disposed of, the Contractor is required to make proper notification to the Bureau of Air Quality Control in the Department of Environmental Protections' Regional Office, PA Department of Labor and Industry and EPA as applicable, and is required to obtain and pay for any permits required. Disposal shall conform to all applicable regulations and documentation shall be required when, applicable.

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1.5 TESTING OF EQUIPMENT

A. After any electrical systems and equipment have been installed or modified, it shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to operate the systems for a satisfactory period of time, as required by the Department for proper testing and instructing the operating personnel.

Electricity required for proper testing of permanent equipment and for the period of instructing personnel, shall be paid for by the Contractor testing its equipment.

1.6 INSTRUCTIONS AND TRAINING (Not Used)

1.7 REUSE OF MATERIALS

A. No removed materials or equipment shall be reinstalled in the work, unless so noted on the Drawing or in these Specifications.

1.8 GENERAL

A. All construction trailers, offices, equipment and materials required to be on-site shall be located at the direction of the Department.

1.9 WORKING HOURS

A. The Contractor's available working hours shall be from 7:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M., Monday through Friday.

B. Work during different hours, or work on Saturdays, Sundays, State and National Holidays or overtime work, must have the Departments written approval.

A. This shall not apply in those unforeseen isolated and/or emergency instances when a particular operation must be performed in a continuous sequence that extends the working day beyond the approved working hours. Coordinate with the Department and/or Using Agency in these instances.

B. The Departments failure to approve different working hours, weekend or holiday working hours, or overtime hours is not cause for a claim against the Department for delay.

E. Utility shut-downs required for tie-ins to existing systems shall be done in off-hours, weekends, and/or holidays to minimize the impact on the operations of the Using Agencies (and/ or surrounding buildings). These costs shall be anticipated and included in the Contractor’s bid.

1.10 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Prefinished materials shall arrive at job site in their original unopened cartons or other protective packaging necessary to protect finishes. Materials should be stored in such packages until time of application. Flat materials such as panels shall arrive and remain on adequate support to ensure flatness and prevent damage.

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B. Store all materials, equipment and bulk items prior to installation in clean, dry, well ventilated locations away from uncured concrete, masonry or damage of any kind.

C. Coordinate storage location with the Department.

D. Refer to each section for specific delivery, handling and storage instructions of items specified.

1.15 PARKING

A. All parking is subject to prior approval of the Department and Using Agency, unless otherwise noted.

1.16 TRAFFIC

A. The Contractor shall establish at the Initial Job Conference a construction staging and traffic plan for the project which minimizes the construction interference with the Institution’s operation. This plan is subject to the Department’s and the Using Agency’s review and acceptance. This acceptance does not relieve the Contractors of their responsibilities regarding safety coordination, and adherence to all traffic laws and ordinances.

1.17 SUBSURFACE INFORMATION (Not Used)

1.18 SITE FENCE (Not Used)

1.19 ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY CONTROL

A. The Prime Contractor and its Subcontractors shall perform their work in a manner which shall minimize the possibility of air, water, land and noise pollution, in accordance with General Conditions Section 6.37.

1.22 SANITARY FACILITIES

A. The following conditions shall pertain:

1. Sanitary facilities will not be provided by the Using Agency. The Contractor will be required to provide their own sanitary facilities throughout the duration of the contract.

2. The existing facilities available for the Contractor's use will be assigned by the

Department at the Initial Job Conference.

1.23 SMOKING POLICY

A. Smoking and use of smokeless-tobacco are strictly prohibited in all buildings.

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1.24 CONCRETE AND EARTHWORK

A. All Contractors shall perform concrete work and sitework required for their work, and shall comply with applicable Divisions/Sections, of the (.1) contract specifications therefore. If any specification section contains language conflicting with requirements of applicable (.1) contract specification sections, the most stringent requirements shall prevail.

1.25 QUALITY CONTROL TESTING

A. Structural-related testing and inspections required to be performed by the Contractor(s) are listed in Section 014000 – Quality Control Testing Services. If Quality Control testing or inspections required appear in Section 014000 and in a technical section, the most stringent requirements shall prevail. If Quality Control testing or inspections required appear in a technical section and not in Section 014000, they shall be required as if specified in Section 014000. Conditions pertaining to Quality Control testing and inspections may appear in the technical sections. Testing is to be by the Contractor, unless specifically stated to be “by the Department” or required by Section 014010 – Quality Assurance Testing and Inspection Services. Quality Assurance Services by the Department are for the purpose of oversight of the Contractor’s Quality Control Testing.

B. Non-structural testing is in the technical specifications.

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SECTION 012200

UNIT PRICES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for unit prices.

B. Related Section:

1. Division 01 Section "Contract Modification Procedures" for procedures for submitting and handling Change Orders.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Unit price is a price per unit of measurement for materials, equipment, or services, or a portion of the Work, added to or deducted from the Contract Sum by appropriate modification, if the scope of Work or estimated quantities of Work required by the Contract Documents are increased or decreased.

1.3 PROCEDURES

A. Unit prices include all necessary material, plus cost for delivery, installation, insurance, overhead, and profit.

B. Measurement and Payment: Refer to individual Specification Sections for work that requires establishment of unit prices. Methods of measurement and payment for unit prices are specified in those Sections.

C. Owner reserves the right to reject Contractor's measurement of work-in-place that involves use of established unit prices and to have this work measured, at Owner's expense, by an independent surveyor acceptable to Contractor.

D. List of Unit Prices: A schedule of unit prices is included in Part 3. Specification Sections referenced in the schedule contain requirements for materials described under each unit price.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULE OF UNIT PRICES

A. Price Overall Project: $ Lump Sum

B. Unit Price Remove and Replace Soft or Unsuitable Subgrade: $/CY

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SECTION 013000

SUBMITTALS

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. The specifications sections “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, and “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 SECTION INCLUDES/CONTENT

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” Attachement 1 of these specifications.

1.3 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.

3. Submittals are preferred to be in electronic format, sent directly to the Departments contracting office.

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.

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1.4 PRODUCT DATA

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.

1.5 TESTS

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

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

1.6 CERTIFICATIONS

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

1.7 WARRANTIES

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

1.8 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.

1.9 SUBMITTALS LIST

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

AF FORM 66, OCT 89 (COMPUTER GENERATED) PREVIOUS EDITION WILL BE USED

SCHEDULE OF MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

General (.1) - Civil Submittals

PROJECT NUMBER

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2 312000/321216 Stone Pave and Rip-Rap

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3 329200 Seed Mixes, fertilizers, soil amendments

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4 Precast Concrete Structures

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5 323113 –concrete reinforcement

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6 323113 – concrete mix 3 3 3 IJC

7 E&S Controls 3 3 3 IJC

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9 Concrete Joint Mat’l 3 3 3 3 IJC

10 Concrete Batch Slips 3 3 IJC

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SECTION 013100

SEQUENCE OF CONSTRUCTION AND MILESTONES

PART 1 – GENERAL

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

1.3 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.

1.4 CRITICAL 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

a. Construction Sequencing

1) Submittals

2) Mobilization

3) Demolition

4) Excavation

5) Subbase

6) Base

7) Wearing

8) Painting

9) Final Grading, Seeding

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

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SECTION 014000

QUALITY CONTROL TESTING

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

A. The Contractor is responsible for verifying and enforcing compliance with all requirements of the contract documents. Contractor's responsibility includes but is not limited to the following:

1. Supervision of field work to enforce contract compliance of all construction activity.

2. Performance of all necessary field testing to verify compliance with requirements of the plans or specifications requiring adherence to measurable standards of field performance.

3. Engaging an independent testing laboratory to perform tests as required by each specification section.

4. Providing support services for all Quality Control Testing, including cutting and patching and repair or replacement as required.

5. Verification of compliance with plans and specifications of all manufactured materials or equipment. Provide certificates of compliance, or other approved proof of compliance, by the manufacturers of same and submit to the professional whenever requested.

6. All activities noted heretofore and amplified hereafter shall be considered Quality Control Services.

7. Coordinate and schedule DMVA - Bureau of Design and Project Management - International Building Code Inspection Log. See attached Log identifying required inspections.

B. Work not included: Quality Assurance Testing by the Department is specified in Section 014010. The Department reserves the right to perform tests under the Quality Assurance Testing program and to use those as the basis for approval or rejection at its sole discretion.

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF QUALITY CONTROL TESTING

A. Quality Control Services include inspections, tests and reports by an independent testing laboratory or other approved agency, hereafter referred to as the Quality Control Agency.

All Quality Control Services shall be at the Contractor's cost, which shall be included

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proportionally in all items of payment or contained in any Base Bid or Unit Price on the Proposal. Tests and Inspections are to include those specifically required by this section and the technical sections. This responsibility is allowed by agreement with the Department of Labor and Industry. Testing and Inspection will be performed under the oversight of the Quality Assurance Agency, in accordance with requirements of Section 01401.

B. The Quality Control Agent shall submit a Testing and Inspection Plan to the Professional for its approval, and the approval of the Quality Assurance agent for structure and for soils.

The Plan shall be organized according to the requirements of Chapter 17, and chapters referenced in Chapter 17 of the international Building Code (IBC). If any tests or inspections are required that are greater than those in the IBC, they shall be so noted. The approved Plan shall become the organizing document which the QC Agent shall use to develop a system of logging test report designations and dates. This continuous log document shall be regularly distributed by email to Department and contractual parties on the distribution list that receive test and inspection reports.

C. Quality Control Services by a Quality Control Agency or Agencies is intended to assist in the determination of probable compliance of the work with requirements specified or indicated and do not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for compliance with Contract Document requirements.

D. Specific testing or inspections of a structural nature required to be performed by independent Quality Control Agencies for individual construction activities are specified in this Section only. If testing or inspection requirements appear in this section and a technical section, the most stringent requirements shall prevail. If Quality Control Testing or Inspection is specified in a technical section and not in this section, it shall be required as if specified in this section. If Contract Document test requirements are exceeded by IBC requirements, IBC requirements shall prevail. Non-structural tests and inspections are in the technical specifications.

E. Inspections, tests and related actions specified are not intended to limit the

Contractor's quality control procedures that facilitate compliance with Contract Documents requirements.

F. Quality Control Services required by the local municipality or other governing authorities are the responsibility of the Contractor, regardless of whether or not specified hereinafter or in the applicable specification section.

G. Unless specifically stated otherwise, all tests listed in the specifications shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Statements such as “test as requested by” or “as directed by” the Department of the Professional shall not be construed to indicate that the test is the responsibility of the Department.

H. Each prime Contractor will pay for all costs in connection with its Quality Control Services. Whenever the word "Contractor" is used it shall be interpreted to mean Prime Contractor or Contractors as applicable. All Contractors performing work for which testing or inspection is required by this section are required to perform said tests/inspections appropriate for the quantity of work performed as indicated by this specification section and as required by all Contract Documents.

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PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF CONTRACTOR

A. The Contractor shall engage Quality Control Agencies to provide all Quality Control

Services required to comply with the Contract Documents. These services shall be at no cost to the Department.

B. The Contractor is responsible for retesting where results of required inspections, tests or similar services prove unsatisfactory and indicate non-compliance with Contract Document requirements. Likewise, the Contractor is responsible for retesting when the Department's Quality Assurance Test results prove unsatisfactory. If Quality Assurance Tests were in error, the Contractor shall be reimbursed for his retesting costs.

C. Cost of retesting construction revised or replaced by the Contractor is the Contractor's responsibility.

D. Provide the Quality Control Agency with preliminary representative samples of materials to be tested in quantities requested. If the source, quality or characteristics of an approved material changes or indicates lack of compliance with Contract requirements, submit additional samples of materials to the Quality Control Agency.

E. When requested by the Professional, the Department, or the Quality Control Agency, the

Contractor shall immediately provide reports, cutting lists, material bills, shipping bills, time and place of shipment of materials to shop and field and any relevant data on previous testing and investigations of materials.

F. Provide casual labor and facilities:

1. To provide access to the work inspected or tested by any authorized party.

2. To obtain and handle samples at the site.

3. To facilitate inspections and tests by the QC or QA.

4. For security and protection of samples and test equipment at the project site.

G. To facilitate the timely sequence of inspection and testing, the Contractor shall give advanced notification to the Quality Control Agency and the Department that work has progressed to a point where inspection and testing may proceed.

H. Contractor shall pay for additional cost of Quality Control Agency services which, in the opinion of the Professional and the Department, are required because of the following:

1. Failure of materials or workmanship to meet Contract requirements.

2. Materials or practices not complying with the technical specifications which could possibly result in defective and unacceptable work.

3. Changes in source, quality or characteristics of materials.

4. Site cured cylinders requested by the Contractor.

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I. The Quality Control Agency shall submit a certified written report of each inspection, test or similar service to the Design Professional, the Quality Assurance Agent, the Bureau of Construction Regional Director, the BOC Inspector Supervisor, the BOC Field, and the Contractor, with additional copies directly to any governing authority when that authority so directs. All reports shall be submitted within 24 hours of when the inspection, test or similar service was conducted.

J. Report Data: Written reports of each inspection, test or similar service shall include, but not be limited to:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

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

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

5. Names of individuals making the inspection or test.

6. Designation of the Work and test method.

7. Identification of product and specification section.

8. Complete inspection or test data.

9. Test results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing.

11. Comments or professional opinion as to whether inspected or tested work complies with Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of Quality Control Agency inspector.

K. The QC Agent shall cooperate in using standard forms/procedures developed by the

Department that assist in accomplishing the tasks required.

L. Engage independent testing laboratories, whose employees assigned to the Project and tests performed comply with ASTM E 329, Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged in the Testing and/or Inspection of Materials Used in Construction. The testing laboratory must be accredited and audited by a qualified national authority. The Contractor is to submit the name and credentials of the proposed QC Agent to the Design Professional and the Department for acceptance.

M. Upon completion of inspection, testing, sample taking and similar activities, repair the damaged work and restore substrates and finishes to eliminate deficiencies, including deficiencies in the visual qualities of exposed finishes. Comply with the Contract Document requirements for "Cutting and Patching". Protect work exposed by or for Quality Control Testing activities, and protect repaired work.

3.2 RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES OF QUALITY CONTROL AGENCIES

A. Quality Control Agencies engaged to perform inspections, sampling and testing of materials and construction shall cooperate with the Professional, the Quality Assurance Agent, the Department, Labor and Industry, and the Contractor in performance of its duties, and shall provide qualified personnel to perform required inspections and tests. If it is determined by the Department that the personnel provided are not qualified or are not working in the best interests of the Project for the tests performed, the Contractor, through their Quality Control Agent, shall immediately replace or supplement the subject personnel.

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B. Quality Control Agencies shall notify the Department, the Quality Assurance Agent, the Professional, and the Contractor immediately of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of its services, and take all actions required by Chapter 17 of the IBC.

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 015000

TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. The specifications sections “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, and “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 TEMPORARY SERVICES DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. The designated Contractor shall install, operate, protect and maintain the respective temporary services as hereinafter specified during the construction of the entire project.

B. 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.

C. 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).

1.3 TEMPORARY WATER SUPPLY

A. The Using Agency will, within the limitations of its existing facilities, furnish water for construction purposes, free of charge to the Contractor(s). The Contractors shall make all temporary connections and necessary equipment to extend the existing water supply to locations where required.

1.4 CONSTRUCTION LIGHT AND POWER

A. The Using Agency will, within the limitations of its existing facilities, furnish electric light and power for construction purposes, free of charge to the Contractors. Each Contractor must extend existing power to meet its own requirements. All work must comply with NEC and OSHA. Connection to existing source shall be as determined by the Department.

1.5 WELDING

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

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1.6 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.

1.7 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 on ‘Working Hours’ under Section 010400.

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SECTION 017700

CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 STIPULATIONS

A. The specifications sections “General Conditions of the Construction Contract”, and “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 other Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

B. Additional Division 1 Specifications and Contractual Requirements included within the Project Package per the PA Department of Military and Veteran’s Purchasing Department.

1.3 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Inspection procedures.

2. Warranties.

3. Final cleaning.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 1 Section "Project Record Documents" for submitting Record Drawings, Record Specifications, and Record Product Data.

2. Division 1 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data" for operation and maintenance manual requirements.

3. Divisions 2 through 33 Sections for specific closeout and special cleaning requirements for the Work in those Sections.

1.4 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION (BENEFICAL OCCUPANCY)

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final certifications, and similar documents.

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3. Prepare and submit Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals, Final Completion construction, damage or settlement surveys, property surveys, and similar final record information.

4. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Owner. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

5. Make final changeover of permanent locks and deliver keys to Owner. Advise Owner's personnel of changeover in security provisions.

6. Complete startup testing of systems.

7. Submit test/adjust/balance records.

8. Terminate and remove temporary facilities from Project site, along with mockups, construction tools, and similar elements.

9. Advise Owner of changeover in heat and other utilities.

10. Submit changeover information related to Owner's occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

11. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

12. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, Department will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. The Contracting Officer will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by Design Professional and/or Inspector, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

1.5 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

1. Submit a final Application for Payment according to the Departments "Payment Procedures."

2. Submit certified copy of Design Professional's Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by the Design Professional. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

3. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

4. Instruct Owner's personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, Design Professional and Inspector will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. The Contracting Officer will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

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1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

1.6 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS…