T10_AM02_SF30 Solicitation Amendment 47PB5226R0001.pdf

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

(a) By completing items 8 and 15, and returning or (c) By separate letter or electronic communication which includes a reference to the solicitation and amendment numbers. FAILURE OF YOUR ACKNOWLEDGMENT TO BE RECEIVED AT THE PLACE DESIGNATED FOR THE RECEIPT OF OFFERS PRIOR TO THE HOUR AND DATE SPECIFIED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR OFFER. If by virtue of this amendment you desire to change an offer already submitted, such change may be made by letter or electronic communication, provided each letter or electronic communication makes reference to the solicitation and this amendment, and is received prior to the opening hour and date specified.

E. IMPORTANT: Contractor is not is required to sign this document and return copies to the issuing office.

AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION/MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT 1. CONTRACT ID CODE

2. AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION NUMBER 3. EFFECTIVE DATE 4. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUISITION NUMBER 5. PROJECT NUMBER (If applicable)

7. ADMINISTERED BY (If other than Item 6) CODE

STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016)

Prescribed by GSA FAR (48 CFR) 53.243

FACILITY CODE

9A. AMENDMENT OF SOLICITATION NUMBER

9B. DATED (SEE ITEM 11)

10A. MODIFICATION OF CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER

10B. DATED (SEE ITEM 13)

11. THIS ITEM ONLY APPLIES TO AMENDMENTS OF SOLICITATIONS

The above numbered solicitation is amended as set forth in Item 14. The hour and date specified for receipt of Offers is extended. is not extended.

12. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA (If required) copies of the amendment; (b) By acknowledging receipt of this amendment on each copy of the offer submitted;

13. THIS ITEM APPLIES ONLY TO MODIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTS/ORDERS.

IT MODIFIES THE CONTRACT/ORDER NUMBER AS DESCRIBED IN ITEM 14.

CHECK ONE A. THIS CHANGE ORDER IS ISSUED PURSUANT TO: (Specify authority) THE CHANGES SET FORTH IN ITEM 14 ARE MADE IN THE CONTRACT ORDER

NUMBER IN ITEM 10A.

B. THE ABOVE NUMBERED CONTRACT/ORDER IS MODIFIED TO REFLECT THE ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGES (such as changes in paying office, appropriation data, etc.) SET FORTH IN ITEM 14, PURSUANT TO THE AUTHORITY OF FAR 43.103(b).

C. THIS SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT IS ENTERED INTO PURSUANT TO AUTHORITY OF:

D. OTHER (Specify type of modification and authority)

Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions of the document referenced in Item 9A or 10A, as heretofore changed, remains unchanged and in full force and effect.

15C. DATE SIGNED

15A. NAME AND TITLE OF SIGNER (Type or print)

16C. DATE SIGNED

16A. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTING OFFICER (Type or print)

14. DESCRIPTION OF AMENDMENT/MODIFICATION (Organized by UCF section headings, including solicitation/contract subject matter where feasible.)

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6. ISSUED BY CODE

8. NAME AND ADDRESS OF CONTRACTOR (Number, street, county, State and ZIP Code) (X)

CODE

15B. CONTRACTOR/OFFEROR

(Signature of person authorized to sign)

16B. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

(Signature of Contracting Officer)

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INSTRUCTIONS (Back Page):

Instructions for items other than those that are self-explanatory, are as follows:

Item 1 (Contract ID Code). Insert the contract type identification code that appears in the title block of the contract being modified.

Item 3 (Effective date).

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For a solicitation amendment, change order, or administrative change, the effective date shall be the issue date of the amendment, change order, or administrative change.

For a supplemental agreement, the effective date shall be the date agreed to by the contracting parties.

For a modification issued as an initial or confirming notice of termination for the convenience of the Government, the effective date and the modification number of the confirming notice shall be the same as the effective date and modification number of the initial notice.

For a modification converting a termination for default to a termination for the convenience of the Government, the effective date shall be the same as the effective date of the termination for default.

For a modification confirming the contracting officer's determination of the amount due in settlement of a contract termination, the effective date shall be the same as the effective date of the initial decision.

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Item 6 (Issued By). Insert the name and address of the issuing office. If applicable, insert the appropriate issuing office code in the code block.

Item 8 (Name and Address of Contractor). For modifications to a contract or order, enter the contractor's name, address, and code as shown in the original contract or order, unless changed by this or a previous modification.

Items 9, (Amendment of Solicitation Number - Dated), and 10, (Modification of Contract/Order Number - Dated). Check the appropriate box and in the corresponding blanks insert the number and date of the original solicitation, contract, or order.

Item 12 (Accounting and Appropriation Data).

When appropriate, indicate the impact of the modification on each affected accounting classification by inserting one of the following entries:

(2) Accounting classification Net decrease $

Include subject matter or short title of solicitation/contract where feasible.

Item 16B. The contracting officer's signature is not required on solicitation amendments. The contracting officer's signature is normally affixed last on supplemental agreements.

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NOTE: If there are changes to multiple accounting classifications that cannot be placed in block 12, insert an asterisk and the words "See continuation sheet".

Item 13. Check the appropriate box to indicate the type of modification. Insert in the corresponding blank the authority under which the modification is issued. Check whether or not contractor must sign this document. (See FAR 43.103.)

Item 14 (Description of Amendment/Modification).

Organize amendments or modifications under the appropriate Uniform Contract Format (UCF) section headings from the applicable solicitation or contract. The UCF table of contents, however, shall not be set forth in this document.

Indicate the impact of the modification on the overall total contract price by inserting one of the following entries:

(i) Total contract price increased by $

(ii) Total contract price decreased by $

(iii) Total contract price unchanged.

State reason for modification.

When removing, reinstating, or adding funds, identify the contract items and accounting classifications.

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(h)

When the SF 30 is used to reflect a determination by the contracting officer of the amount due in settlement of a contract terminated for the convenience of the Government, the entry in Item 14 of the modification may be limited to --

(i) A reference to the letter determination; and

(ii) A statement of the net amount determined to be due in settlement of the contract.

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STANDARD FORM 30 (REV. 11/2016) BACK

(1) Accounting classification Net increase $

Description of Modification Continuation Page

... Information:

- The current Language in Evaluation Factor D - 2. Subcontractor Information is removed:

- Identification of key subcontractors (at a minimum: Curtain Wall, Concrete, Mechanical, Sprinkler & Fire Protection, and Electrical) by firm name.

- A narrative describing each subcontractorâs experience on projects of comparable size and complexity.

- Include an explanation of how the Offeror will manage subcontractor performance, coordination, and timeliness.

- The Previous Language in Evaluation Factor D - 2. Subcontractor Information is replaced with:

- Provide a narrative detailing which subcontractor trades are key to the success of the project and the factors the Offeror uses in selecting them.

- Include an explanation of how the Offeror will manage and mitigate subcontractor workmanship, quality, performance, coordination, and timeliness.

The solicitation is amended to incorporate the following attachments:

- Attachment D - Modification to Specifications - 20260714

- Attachment E - SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

- Attachment F - Request for Information and Responses.

The proposal due date is unchanged.

Offerors must acknowledge receipt of this amendment in accordance with the solicitation instructions.

Except as expressly amended herein, all other terms and conditions of the solicitation remain unchanged.

47PB5226R0001/0002

Armed Forces Retirement Home Sheridan Building Renovation Solicitation #47PB5226R0001

Amendment 0002

Modify the contract documents as follows:

1. Section 011400 – WORK RESTRICTIONS: Delete paragraph 1.4D2 in its entirety.

2. Delete Section 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS dated 1/09/26 in its entirety and replace with Section 015000 dated 07/14/26.

3. Section 030130 - MAINTENANCE OF CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE: Change paragraph 3.8A from “Testing

Agency: Owner’s Representative will engage…” to read “Testing Agency: Contractor shall engage…”.

4. Section 042000 - UNIT MASONRY:

a. Change paragraph 1.8 from “Owner’s Independent Testing Agency Services” to read “Independent Testing Agency Services”.

b. Delete current paragraph 1.8A in its entirety and replace as follows: “General: Contractor shall engage services of an independent test and inspection agency to perform specified services in accordance with Division 1 and this Section.”

5. Section 078446 – FIRE RESISTIVE JOINT SYSTEMS: Delete paragraph 1.6C in its entirety.

6. Section 084113 – ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCE AND STOREFRONTS: Change paragraph 2.10A from

“Testing Agency: Owner will engage…” to read “Testing Agency: Contractor shall engage…”.

7. Section 099123 – INTERIOR PAINTING:

a. Delete paragraph 2.3A in its entirety.

b. Delete paragraph 3.4A in its entirety and replace as follows: “Dry Film Thickness Testing:

Contractor shall engage a qualified testing and inspection agency to inspect and test paint for dry film thickness. Test no less than ten (10) locations per phase, locations as determined by Owner’s site representative.”

8. Section 221119 – DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES: Change paragraph 3.7A from “Testing Agency:

Owner will engage…” to read “Testing Agency: Contractor shall engage…”.

9. Section 230719 – HVAC PIPING INSULATION:

a. Change paragraph 3.15A from “Owner will engage…” to read “Contractor shall engage…”.

b. Change paragraph 3.15E, 1st sentence only, to read: Tests and Inspections: Inspect pipe, fittings, strainers, and valves, randomly selected by Owner’s site representative, by removing field-applied jacket and insulation in layers in reverse order of their installation.”

10. Section 230923 – DIRECT DIGITAL CONTROL (DDC) SYSTEM FOR HVAC:

a. Change paragraph 2.38A from “Testing Agency: Owner will engage…” to read “Testing Agency:

Contractor shall engage…”.

b. Change paragraph 3.24A from “Testing Agency: Owner will engage…” to read “Testing Agency:

Contractor shall engage…”.

11. Section 237313.13 – INDOOR BASIC AIR-HANDLING UNITS: Delete paragraph 3.9A in its entirety.

12. Section 263213 – GASEOUS ENGINE GENERATORS: Delete paragraph 3.4A in its entirety.

Attachment D - Modification to Specifications - 20260714

Sheridan Building Renovation

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SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities and protection.

1. Temporary utilities include but are not limited to the following:

a. Temporary water service and distribution.

b. Temporary electric power and lighting.

c. Temporary heat and ventilation.

d. Temporary telephone service.

e. Temporary sanitary facilities, including drinking water.

f. Storm and sanitary sewer.

2. Support facilities include but are not limited to the following:

a. Field offices, storage sheds and fabrication shops.

b. Temporary paving.

c. Dewatering facilities and drains.

d. Temporary enclosures, roofs and other building envelopes.

e. Temporary lifts and hoists.

f. Project identification and other temporary signs.

g. Waste disposal services.

h. Rodent and pest control.

i. Other construction aids and miscellaneous services and facilities.

j. Temporary scaffold

3. Protection includes but is not limited to the following:

a. Temporary fire protection.

b. Barricades, warning signs, and lights.

c. Enclosure fence.

d. Environmental protection.

e. Enclosure partitions.

f. Existing structure.

B. Provide temporary facilities and controls required for construction activities except, for facilities and controls indicated as existing or provided by the

Government or others. Provide temporary facilities and controls accommodating continuity of operations for occupied spaces (e.g.: retail, other buildings downstream of utilities running through the building).

1.2 UTILITY USE CHARGES

A. The Contractor may utilize existing utility services for construction activities. The

Contractor shall be responsible for tying into existing services and demolishing all temporary utilities prior to Substantial Completion. The Contractor’s temporary use of on-site utilities shall not cause any disruption or disturbance to the Government’s use

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7/14/26 of the same, nor shall it impede the ongoing operations of retail or other buildings downstream of utilities through the building.

B. Water Service: The Contractor may use water from the Government's existing water system, without metering and without payment of use charges. Should the Owner experience unusually high or wasteful usage by the Contractor during construction, metering may be required.

C. Sewer Service: Contractor may use the Government's existing sewer system, without payment of use charges.

D. Electric Power Service: Contractor may use electric power from the Government's existing electric power system. While no payment of use charges is expected, with metering not required, usage will be monitored. It is expected the Contractor’s electric use will be judicious and appropriate for the level of ongoing activity and not act in a wasteful manner. Excessive power usage attributable to construction activities may result in financial penalties for the Contractor, as well as the need for the Contractor to install metering at no additional expense to the government.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Site Staging Plan: Within 30 days of issuance of the Award, the Contractor shall submit a site utilization plan that accurately depicts the Contractor’s planned use of the site for staging. The site utilization plan shall build upon the site logistics plan submitted by the Contractor in response to the RFP. The site utilization plan must be approved in writing by GSA prior to beginning any temporary or permanent construction or demolition on site. Submit amended plans for approval as the work progresses and conditions change. Site restrictions that are described on the Drawings are diagrammatic and intended only to show the limit of the site that the Contractor is allowed to utilize. The Site Utilization shall be coordinated with security requirements.

The Site Utilization Plan shall the include, at a minimum, the following:

1. Site access,

2. Site ingress and egress,

3. Site laydown space,

4. Site storage,

5. Fencing and gate locations,

6. Locations of trailers, dumpsters,

7. Retail access (pedestrian, vehicle, delivery, trash pick-up),

8. Hoisting equipment (mobile cranes and material hoist) locations and crane swing radii.

B. Reports: Submit reports of tests, inspections, meter readings and similar procedures for temporary utilities.

C. Existing Utility Maintenance and Cutover Plan: No later than 30 calendar days prior to any planned construction activities, the Contractor shall submit a schedule indicating the implementation and termination of each temporary utility.

D. Weather Protection:

1. Provide protection for work areas affected by moisture and thermal change.

Including building floor areas, masonry scaffolds and fabrication areas.

Covering, enclosing and heat to maintain a relatively dry work area with a

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7/14/26 minimum temperature of 40°F at the working surface. Weather protection is not required for excavation, pile driving, steel erection, and similar operations normally completed in the open.

2. Submit a weather protection plan to GSA for approval. Future changes must be approved by GSA.

E. Shop drawings: Provide the following shop drawings and/or appropriate vendor/supplier data for GSA review and approval:

1. Typical temporary power, lighting, and telecommunications.

2. Temporary fencing.

3. Scaffolding and enclosed walkways.

4. Mobile equipment.

5. Protection of the public and project personnel at all floor levels at interior and exterior spaces (e.g.: windows and openings where appropriate).

6. Temporary mechanical systems.

These drawings must be submitted and approved in writing by GSA prior to beginning any construction activities on site.

F. Building Protection Plan: Refer to the related requirements in the Historic

Preservation Plan described in Section 013510 HISTORIC BUILDING TREATMENT

PROCEDURES for requirements.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Standards and Regulations: In temporary facilities, comply with industry standards, applicable laws, and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction, including but not limited to the following:

1. Building code requirements.

2. Health and Safety regulations.

3. Utility company regulations.

4. Police, fire department, local fire marshal and rescue squad rules.

5. Environmental protection regulations.

6. For temporary egress, ABAAS regulations.

7. NFPA 241 "Standards for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations and Demolition Operations".

8. ANSI-A10 Series standards for "Safety Requirements for Construction and

Demolition".

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9. NECA Electrical Design Library "Temporary Electrical Facilities", NFPA 70, and

NEMA, NECA and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service.

B. Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to inspect and test each temporary utility before use. Obtain required certifications and permits. The cost of permits and certifications required herein shall be borne by the Contractor and is included in the Contract Sum at the time of the proposal submission.

1.5 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Install, operate, maintain, and protect temporary facilities and controls. The costs thereof shall be borne by the Contractor and are included in the Contract Sum at the time of the proposal submission.

1. Keep temporary facilities clean and neat in appearance.

2. Operate temporary facilities in a safe and efficient manner.

3. Relocate temporary facilities if needed as Work progresses.

4. Do not overload temporary services and facilities or permit them to interfere with progress.

5. Provide fire prevention.

6. Do not allow hazardous, dangerous or unsanitary conditions, or public nuisances to be on-site.

B. At the earliest possible time, when acceptable to GSA, change over from temporary services to use of permanent services and remove temporary facilities when no longer needed. This shall be done no later than project Substantial Completion.

C. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities and Services: Contractor shall assume responsibility for the operation, maintenance and protection of the facility and each permanent service during its use as a construction facility prior to the Government's acceptance. Associated costs shall be borne by the Contractor and are included in the

Contract Sum at the time of the bid submission.

D. Existing Equipment and Items: Cover or otherwise protect and provide security for existing equipment and other items that are to remain in place, to prevent soiling, damage and loss, the cost of which is the responsibility of the Contractor.

1. Temporarily move equipment and other items that interfere with the performance of required work. Upon completion of the work, return the equipment and items to their original location (or other location specified) and previously installed condition, or as explicitly described.

2. Store equipment and other items that have been temporarily removed. Upon reinstallation, clean and, if damaged, repair or replace equipment and items to match their condition prior to removal.

E. Temporary Barriers and Enclosures:

1. Install and maintain temporary barriers and enclosures to separate

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2. Construct temporary barriers and enclosures with adequate framing and surface with sheet materials having closed joints and sealed edges at intersections with existing surfaces. Prevent dust/particulate and odor migration into occupied space in compliance with Joint Commission and

CARF standards as noted in Section 011000.

3. Provide electronic air monitoring at each barrier/demarc location (on occupied side) between Areas A and B during both construction phases. Each device shall be capable of instantaneously notifying AFRH when threshold is exceeded in any location. Submit proposed monitoring system, devices, operating parameters and maintenance protocols for approval prior to installation.

4. With an owner representative present, the contractor shall establish and record baseline readings at all barrier locations before construction activities commence to which future levels will be contrasted.

5. Should readings exceed the above limits, the Contractor shall immediately investigate to determine if they are a result of construction activities. If found to be caused by construction activities, the contractor shall modify activities and the affected barriers as necessary to comply with the above limits.

1.6 SECURITY PROVISIONS

A. Lockup of Temporary Facilities and Building Enclosures: Contractor shall secure contractor-provided site facilities against unauthorized entrance at times when personnel are not working. Prior to daily lockup, the contractor shall check all work areas to ensure no AFRH tenant or resident has entered. Owner site personnel shall be provided with all keys.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Provide undamaged materials in serviceable conditions and suitable for use intended.

B. Tarpaulins: Waterproof, fire-resistant UL labeled with flame spread rating of 15 or less. For temporary enclosures, provide translucent, nylon-reinforced, laminated polyethylene fire-retardant tarpaulins.

C. Water: Shall be potable and approved by local health authorities.

D. Wood: Lumber complying with DOC PS 20 and applicable grading rules of an inspection agency certified by ALSC's Board of Review for specific use. Provide preservative treated lumber where partially or fully in contact with the earth, concrete or masonry. Provide fire retardant treated lumber for temporary purposes where fire rated products are normally required.

E. Sign, Directory and Other Graphic Panel Materials: Unless otherwise indicated, products shall be as follows:

1. Panels: Exterior type Grade B-B high density concrete-form-overlay plywood.

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2. Paint: Exterior primer and exterior grade alkyd gloss enamel topcoat.

3. (Other)

F. Safety Barrier and Covered Walkway Materials: Unless otherwise indicated, products shall be as follows.

1. Panels: Minimum 5/8 inch (16 mm) thick exterior plywood.

2. Paint: Exterior primer and exterior grade acrylic-latex emulsion topcoat.

3. (Other)

G. Wood Fencing and Vision Panel Materials: Unless otherwise indicated, products shall comply as follows:

1. Panels: Minimum 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) thick exterior plywood.

2. Paint: Exterior primer and exterior grade acrylic-latex emulsion topcoat.

H. Open-Mesh Fencing: Minimum 0.12-inch (3 mm) thick galvanized 2-inch (50 mm) chain link fabric fencing with galvanized steel pipe posts, 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) inside diameter for line posts and 2-1/2 inches (64 mm) inside diameter for corner posts.

1. Fence height: 8 feet

I. Dust control:

1. Dust Control Adhesive-Surface Walk-off Mats: Provide mats minimum 914 by

1624 mm (36 by 60 inches).

2. Polyethylene Sheet: Reinforced, fire-resistive sheet, 0.25 mm (10 mils) minimum thickness, with flame-spread rating of 15 or less per ASTM E 84 and passing NFPA 701 Test 2.

3. Temporary partitions of various materials that mitigate the migration of dust and odors from construction zones to tenant occupied areas.

J. Job-Built Temporary Office, Shop and Shed Materials: Unless otherwise indicated, products shall be as follows:

1. Framing, Sheathing and Siding: UL labeled fire-treated lumber and plywood.

2. Roofing: UL Class A standard weight asphalt shingles, or UL Class C mineral surfaced roll roofing.

3. Exterior Paint: Exterior primer and exterior grade acrylic-latex emulsion topcoat.

4. Interior Wall Panels for Offices: Minimum half inch (12.7 mm) thick by 48 inches (1219 mm) wide by maximum available lengths, regular type gypsum board with tapered edges, complying with ASTM C 36.

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5. Interior Paint for Offices: 2 coats interior latex-flat wall paint.

K. Temporary Lighting systems shall be solid state (e.g., LEDs), provide sufficient foot candles meeting NIOSH and OSHA requirements.

2.2 EQUIPMENT

A. Provide equipment in serviceable condition and suitable for use intended.

1. Water Hoses: 3/4" (19 mm) heavy duty abrasive-resistant flexible rubber hoses, 100 feet (30 m) long with pressure rating greater than the maximum pressure of the water distribution system. Provide adjustable shutoff nozzles at hose discharge.

2. Electric Outlets: NEMA-polarized outlets to prevent insertion of 110 to 120

Volt plugs into higher voltage outlets. Provide receptacle outlets equipped with ground fault circuit interrupters, reset button and pilot light for connection of power tools and equipment.

3. Electric Power Cords: Grounded extension cords.

a. Provide hard-service cords where exposed to abrasion or traffic.

b. Provide waterproof connectors to connect separate lengths of electric cords where single lengths will not reach areas of construction activity.

c. Do not exceed safe length-voltage ratio.

4. Light Fixtures: General service luminaires with required lumen output for adequate illumination.

a. Provide guard cages or tempered glass enclosures where exposed to breakage.

b. Provide exterior fixtures when exposed to moisture.

5. Heating Units: Temporary heating units that have been tested and labeled by UL, FM or another recognized trade association related to the type of fuel consumed.

B. Temporary Offices: Prefabricated or mobile units or similar job-built enclosures, inclusive of but not limited to lockable entrances, operable windows, serviceable finishes, heating and air conditioning, electric power and lighting, and foundations adequate for the loads.

1. Self-Contained Toilet Units: Temporary single-occupant toilet units of the chemical, aerated recirculation, or combustion type for use by construction personnel. Units shall be vented and enclosed with a glass-fiber-reinforced polyester shell or similar nonabsorbent material.

2. Fire Extinguishers: Hand-carried portable UL-rated fire extinguishers.

a. Class A extinguishers for temporary offices and similar spaces.

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b. Class ABC dry chemical extinguishers or a combination of extinguishers of NFPA recommended classes for exposures in other locations.

c. Comply with NFPA 10 and NFPA 241 for classification, extinguishing agent and size required by location and class of fire exposure.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Use qualified personnel for installation of temporary facilities.

B. Exterior Staging Area: The contractor shall be permitted to stage on the Sheridan

Building east access road and parking lot, up to the North Capitol Street fence, for the entirety of the project. The north temporary fence shall not extend north past the north building face. The south fence shall not extend south past the south building face. Whereas AFRH will continue to use the facility during construction, the contractor shall coordinate the configuration and securement of fencing in both phases to facilitate continuing AFRH building maintenance and deliveries for the commissary. The contractor shall take appropriate precautions to protect existing park structures, monuments and appurtenances that cannot be removed. Parking lot surfaces, curb & gutter, stripping, sidewalks, etc. and park area surfaces shall be restored to its original conditions.

C. Locate facilities where they will serve the project with minimum interference to performance of construction activities. Maintain, relocate, and modify facilities as required for the duration of the performance of the Work.

D. Contractor Field Office: The Contractor will be allowed to use space within the Sheridan

Building North Area A (and South Area B if option is exercised) during construction for field staff offices as approved by the Government. The Contractor shall provide furniture, equipment, furnishings, and supplies as necessary. Existing electric power and water is available for Contractor use, with utility connections the responsibility of the Contractor.

The Contractor will be responsible for providing internet services for construction use.

The Contractor shall remove their equipment, furnishings, and supplies from the office area and associated furniture prior to project Final Acceptance by GSA.

E. GSA Office: Contractor shall provide a lockable work space for government use only (GSA and CMa staff) inside the Sheridan Building within the Area A construction area (and within Area B if option is executed), sealed off from construction activities and dust.

Space shall be no less than 250 SF with power, lighting, ventilation, heating and cooling capability and wireless internet appropriate for two workstations. Provide two lockable desks, two task lamps and three task chairs.

F. Signage: Provide appropriate directional signage and safety signage as required by local building codes.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. Engage the appropriate local utility companies to install temporary services or connect to existing services. Where a utility company provides only part of a

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7/14/26 service, provide the remainder with matching and compatible materials and equipment in compliance with utility company recommendations. Coordinate interruptions and outages with GSA and AFRH Building Manager and any affected stakeholders, provide adequate utility capacities, and obtain easements if necessary. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to conditions existing before initial use.

1. Electric Power Service: Provide weatherproof grounded electric power service and distribution system of sufficient size, capacity and power characteristics for construction needs. Include meters, transformers, overload-protected disconnects, automatic ground-fault interrupters and main distribution switchgear.

2. Lighting: Install and control temporary lighting that will fulfill security and protection requirements without operating the entire system. Provide adequate illumination in accordance with OSHA and/or NIOSH requirements for safe construction operations and traffic conditions.

a. Provide lighting for the Project identification signs. Refer to para. 3.3K for sign information.

b. Install and operate temporary lighting that fulfills security and protection requirements of GSA without operating the entire system.

3. Heat [and Cooling] and Ventilation: Provide temporary heat [and Cooling] and ventilation required for the construction activities, including but not limited to curing or drying completed installations and protecting construction from adverse effects of low temperatures and high humidity. Use safe equipment that will not have a harmful effect on elements being installed and on completed installations. Coordinate ventilation requirements to produce the ambient condition required for the work and to minimize energy consumption, and to protect personnel from fumes and other harmful effects.

Avoid storing any odor producing equipment or materials near fresh air intakes.

4. Heating Facilities: Provide vented self-contained heaters with individual space thermostatic control. Do not use gasoline-or diesel burning space heaters or other open flame devices.

5. Provide data/internet and/or WIFI service.

6. Water Service: Install temporary water service and distribution piping of sizes and pressures adequate for construction needs. Sterilize water piping prior to use.

7. Sanitary Facilities: Provide for toilets, wash facilities and drinking water fixtures in compliance with regulations and health codes for type, number, location, operation and maintenance of fixtures and facilities. Provide toilet tissue, paper towels, paper cups and similar disposable materials as appropriate for each facility and provide covered waste containers for used materials.

a. Toilets: Install separate self-contained toilet units for male and female personnel. Shield toilets to ensure privacy. Clean and

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Officer and, at completion of construction, restore facilities to conditions prevalent at the time of initial use. Use of the

Government's existing toilet facilities will NOT be permitted.

b. Wash Facilities: Install wash facilities supplied with potable water at convenient locations for personnel involved in handling materials that require wash-up for a healthy and sanitary condition.

1) Dispose of drainage per regulations.

2) Supply cleaning compounds appropriate for each condition.

3) Include safety showers, eyewash fountains and similar facilities for the convenience, safety and sanitation of personnel.

8. Drinking Water Facilities: Provide drinking water fountains or containerized tap-dispenser bottled-drinking water units, complete with paper cup supplies.

Where power is accessible, provide electric water coolers to maintain dispensed water temperature at 50 to 60 deg F (10 to 15 deg C).

B. Sewers and Drainage: Where sewers are available, provide temporary connections to remove effluent that can be discharged lawfully. If sewers are not available, provide containers to remove and dispose of effluent off-site in a lawful manner.

1. Filter out excessive amounts of soil, construction debris, chemicals, oils and similar contaminants that might clog sewers or pollute waterways.

2. Connect temporary sewers as directed by sewer utility officials.

3. Maintain temporary sewers and facilities in a clean, sanitary condition.

Following heavy use, promptly restore sewers and facilities to normal conditions.

C. Storm Water Controls: Provide earthen embankments and similar barriers in and around excavations and subgrade construction, sufficient to prevent flooding by runoff of storm water from heavy rains.

D. Telephone: Provide cellular phones for all key personnel of the Contractor’s site team.

Provide cellular phone numbers to Contracting Officer’s Representative and Field

Office personnel during the pre-construction meeting. Contractor’s and subcontractor’s personnel are not permitted to use the existing telephone system in the building.

3.3 TEMPORARY SUPPORT FACILITIES

A. Locate field offices, storage sheds, sanitary facilities and other temporary construction and support facilities for easy access.

B. Provide incombustible construction per ASTM E 136 for offices, shops and sheds located within the construction area or within 9 m (30') of building lines. Comply with

NFPA 241.

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C. Offices: Provide insulated, weather-tight temporary offices of sufficient size to accommodate office personnel at the Project site. Include space for meetings.

Maintain offices clean and orderly. Furnish and equip offices for use.

1. Furniture: Minimally provide desks, chairs, file cabinets, plan table, plan rack and bookcase.

2. Sanitary Facilities: Provide water cooler and a private toilet room with a water closet, lavatory, and medicine cabinet.

3. Meeting Space: Provide a room of not less than 400 sq. feet for large project meetings. Furnish meeting room with conference table sufficient to accommodate at least 20 persons min., wall-mounted dry marker board suitable for projection (min. 4’ x 8’), no less than 25 chairs, and table-top omni-directional phone for conferencing.

4. Electronic Communication service with computers, printers, projector for computer presentations, and related equipment necessary for the project, and for occasional use by others. Capacities and programs shall be adequate to fully interact with all stakeholders, and to handle the programs used in pursuit of the Work.

D. Storage Sheds and Fabrication Shops: Provide sheds and shops that are sized, furnished, and equipped to accommodate materials and equipment involved.

Include complete temporary utility services for intended use. Sheds and shops may be open shelters or fully enclosed spaces, as appropriate for protection of equipment and materials.

E. Temporary Paving: Construct and maintain temporary roads and paving to support indicated loadings, if any, and to withstand exposure to traffic during the construction period.

1. Locate temporary paving for roads, storage areas and parking where same permanent facilities will be located or obtain authorization from GSA for proposed temporary paving not located at permanent paving locations.

2. Coordinate with other sections applicable to paving for construction and maintenance of temporary paving.

3. Coordinate temporary paving development with subgrade grading, compaction, installation and stabilization of sub-base, and installation of permanent paving at final elevations.

a. Prepare subgrade and install subbase and base for temporary roads and paved areas according to Division 31 Section "Earth

Moving."

b. Recondition base after temporary use, including removing contaminated material, regrading, proof rolling, compacting, and testing.

4. Install temporary paving to minimize the need to reinstall paving when permanent roads and paved areas can be done without deterioration when occupied by the Government.

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5. Subject to GSA approval, extend temporary paving in and around the construction area as necessary to accommodate delivery and storage of materials, equipment usage, administration, and supervision.

6. Delay installation of permanent paving until shortly before substantial completion and at acceptable time for GSA. Coordinate with weather conditions to avoid unsatisfactory results.

7. Maintain access for emergency services, fire-fighting equipment and hydrants, for the streets fronting entrances to the Sheridan and Scott Buildings.

F. Dewatering Facilities and Drains: Comply with dewatering requirements of applicable sections for temporary drainage and dewatering facilities and operations not directly associated with construction activities. Where feasible, use the same facilities provided for the construction activities. Maintain site, excavation, and construction free of standing water.

G. Temporary Enclosures: Provide temporary enclosures for protection of construction, in progress or completed, from exposure, inclement weather, other construction operations and similar conditions.

1. Where heat is needed and the building enclosure is not complete, provide temporary enclosures where there is no other provision for containment of heat. Coordinate enclosure with ventilating and material drying or curing requirements to avoid dangerous conditions or unacceptable effects to the materials.

2. Install tarpaulins securely with incombustible framing. Close openings of 25

sq. ft. (2.3 sq. m.) or less with plywood or similar materials.

3. Close openings through floor or roof decks and other horizontal surfaces with load-bearing wood-framed construction.

4. Use UL labeled fire-retardant treated wood and plywood for framing and sheathing.

H. Temporary Cranes, Lifts and Hoists: Provide protection of facilities, personnel, and landscaping for hoisting materials. Prior to crane use, a plan shall be submitted for owner approval identifying, at a minimum, equipment type, confirmation of current inspection certificate, operator license(s), intended location with swing radius. Refer also to Section 015950: Safety and Health for additional requirements.

I. Existing Elevator Use: Use of existing elevators, within their respective work areas only, will be permitted by the owner. Provide protective covers, barriers, devices, signs or other procedures to protect all elevator car surfaces, entrance doors and frames, and lobby flooring. At Substantial Completion, restore elevators to conditions existing before initial use, including replacing worn cables, guide shoes, and similar items of limited life.

1. Do not load elevators beyond their rated weight capacity.

2. All elevators will be maintained by the owner during construction. Care must be exercised by the Contractor to ensure weight limits are not exceeded.

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Should any finish or mechanical damage occur as a result of contractor use or misuse, beyond normal wear, the contractor shall bear the cost of all associated repairs.

3. If required by local jurisdiction or union, provide temporary phones for elevators. Coordinate with Elevator maintenance contractor and

AFRH Building Management.

4. During base bid construction period, AFRH staff shall be able to use, at any time, at least two of the four elevator cabs in the main lobby for emergency purposes.

J. Temporary Use of Permanent Stairs: Use of new stairs for construction traffic will be permitted, provided stairs are protected and restored to new condition at time of Substantial Completion. If permanent stairs are unavailable, provide temporary stairs where ladders are not adequate.

K. Project Sign:

1. Provide exterior project sign in accordance with GSA 2024 P100 Standards, General Requirements, para. 1.8.1.

2. Location to be determined by the owner.

3. Submit sign graphic for owner approval prior to fabrication.

4. The sign shall be fully illuminated.

L. Other Temporary Signs: Construction signs shall be of a durable, weather-resistant material, properly and securely framed, and mounted. Contractor to provide adequate signage in the work area depicting emergency exit routes from the construction area. Prepare signs to provide directional information to construction personnel and visitors.

M. Exterior signs: Install so they are visible at all times when work is being performed. All exterior signs and locations must be approved by AFRH before installation. Do not permit installation of unauthorized signs.

N. Collection and Disposal of Waste/Salvaged Material: Refer to Section 017419

CONSTRUCTION NONHAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL. Collect waste from construction areas and elsewhere daily. Collect salvaged/recycled material from construction areas and elsewhere as necessary. Enforce requirements strictly and dispose of material lawfully.

1. Comply with NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste material and debris.

2. Do not hold waste materials more than 7 days during periods when the ambient temperature remains continuously less than 80°F (27°C), or more than 3 days when the temperature exceeds or is expected to rise above

80° (27°C).

3. Handle and properly containerize hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste.

4. Comply with Waste Management requirements as noted on Section 017419

Construction Nonhazardous Waste Management and Disposal.

O. Rodent and Pest Control: Retain a local exterminator or pest control company to

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7/14/26 recommend and implement practices to minimize attraction and harboring of rodents, roaches and other pests. Employ this service to perform extermination and control procedures at monthly intervals so the project will be free of pests and their residue during construction and at completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials. Segregate hazardous and unsanitary waste from other waste materials.

3.4 TEMPORARY PROTECTION FACILITIES

A. Temporary Facility Changeover: Except for using permanent fire protection facilities as soon as available, do not change over from temporary protection facilities until authorized by GSA.

B. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction as required to comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, stormwater, sanitary, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects. Restrict use of noise-making tools and equipment to hours that will minimize complaints from persons near the site. When working in or near existing facilities, provide dust proof enclosures for protection where dirty work is performed. Dampen debris when removed to avoid dusting.

C. Temporary Fire Protection: Until fire protection needs are supplied by permanent facilities, install and maintain temporary fire protection measures and devices of types needed to protect against reasonably predictable and controlled fire losses.

Provide a plan for review and approval by the owner and AFRH Safety Officer.

1. Comply with NFPA 10 "Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers" and NFPA

241 "Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations, and Demolition

Operations".

2. Locate fire extinguishers where convenient and effective for their intended purpose, but not less than one extinguisher at or near each access route exit or entrance, including stairwells on each floor.

3. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations.

4. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, temporary fire protection facilities and access routes. Prohibit smoking in hazardous fire-exposure areas.

5. Provide supervision of welding operations, combustion-type temporary heating units and other sources of fire ignition.

D. Permanent Fire Protection: At the earliest possible date in each area of the Project, complete installation of the permanent fire protection facilities including connected services, and place into operation and use. Instruct key personnel in the use of the facilities.

E. Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation Control: Provide measures to prevent soil erosion and discharge of soil-bearing water runoff and airborne dust to undisturbed areas and to adjacent properties and walkways, as indicated in accordance with authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Verify that flows of water redirected from construction areas or generated

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7/14/26 by construction activity do not enter or cross tree- or plant- protection zones.

2. Inspect, repair, and maintain erosion- and sedimentation-control measures during construction until permanent vegetation has been established in the judgment of GSA.

3. Clean, repair, and restore adjoining properties and roads affected by erosion and sedimentation from the project site during the course of the project.

4. Remove erosion and sedimentation controls and restore and stabilize areas disturbed during removal.

F. Tree and Plant Protection: Install temporary fencing located as indicated on the drawings to protect vegetation from damage due to construction operations. The contract drawings shall provide a unique fence-path specific to the individual vegetation and “critical root zones” being protected. Refer to 015639 TREE AND

PLANT PROTECTION for complete requirements.

G. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with standards and code requirements for erecting structurally adequate barricades. Paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs to inform personnel and the public of the hazard involved. Where appropriate and needed, provide lighting, including flashing red or amber lights.

H. Enclosure Fence: When excavation begins, install an enclosure fence with lockable entrance gates. Install in a manner that will prevent people and animals from easily entering the site. Maintain security with a temporary key control system and distribution records.

1. Locate where indicated or, if not indicated, enclose the entire site or the portion determined sufficient to accommodate construction operations.

2. Provide open-mesh chain link fencing with posts set in a compacted mixture of gravel and earth.

3. Provide an 8-foot (2.5 m) high plywood fence framed with four nominal 2-by-4-inch

(50-by-100mm) wood rails, and preservative-treated wood posts spaced not more than 8 feet (2.5 m) apart.

4. Provide either open-mesh chain link fencing with posts set in a compacted mixture of gravel and earth or provide 8 feet (2.5 m) high plywood fence framed with four nominal 2-by-4 inch (50-by-100 mm) wood rails and preservative-treated wood posts spaced not more than 8 feet (2.5 m) apart.

I. Covered Walkway: Erect a structurally adequate, protective covered walkway for passage of persons along the adjacent public street. Coordinate with entrance gates, other facilities, and obstructions. Comply with regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Construct covered walkways using scaffold or shoring framing.

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2. Provide wood plank overhead decking, protective plywood enclosure walls, handrails, barricades, warning signs, lights, safe and well-drained walkways, and similar provisions for protection and safe passage.

3. Extend the back wall to complete the enclosure fence.

4. Paint and maintain in a manner acceptable to GSA.

J. Security Enclosure and Lockup: Install substantial temporary enclosure of partially completed areas of construction. Provide locking entrances to prevent unauthorized entrance, vandalism, theft and similar violations of security.

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