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ALEXANDER PIRNIE FEDERAL BUILDING FOR CONSTRUCTION

PIRNIE UPPER ENVELOPE PROJECT 12/20/2019

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DIVISION 0

000100 TABLE OF CONTENTS

000115 LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 SUMMARY OF WORK

011400 WORK RESTRICTIONS

012500 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

012900 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

013100 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

013120 CRITICAL PATH METHOD SCHEDULING – SHORT DURATION PROJECTS

013200 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

013220 PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

013300 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

014000 QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

014200 REFERENCES

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

015930 SECURITY REGULATIONS

015950 SAFETY AND HEALTH

016000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

017000 EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

017310 CUTTING AND PATCHING

017419 CONSTRUCTION NONHAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

017700 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

017822 018200

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DOCUMENTATION

DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024119 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

028200 ASBESTOS REMEDIATION (including SAMPLING & TEST RESULTS)

DIVISION 05 – METALS

055000 METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

061063 ROUGH CARPENTRY

061600 SHEATHING

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DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

070150 PREPARATION FOR REROOFING

072100 THERMAL INSULATION

073126 SYNTHETIC SLATE SHINGLES

075423 THERMOPLASTIC-POLYOLEFIN (TPO) ROOFING

076200 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

077200 ROOF ACCESSORIES

077253 SNOW GUARDS

078413 PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

079200 JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

099113 PAINTING

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

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SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR PLUMBING PIPING

HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION

FACILITY STORM DRAINAGE PIPING

STORM DRAINAGE PIPING SPECIALTIES

DIVISION 23 – MECHANICAL

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COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

ELECTRIC WIRING FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR HVAC PIPING

HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

DUCT INSULATION

HVAC PIPING INSULATION

INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC

STEAM AND CONDENSATE HEATING PIPING

STEAM AND CONDENSATE HEATING PIPING SPECIALTIES

REFRIGERANT PIPING

METAL DUCTS

AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES

CENTRIFUGAL HVAC FANS

PACKAGED CONDENSING UNITS

ROOF ACCESSORIES

STEAM AIR COILS

REFRIGERANT AIR COILS

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DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

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LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

ENCLOSED SWITCHES

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ALEXANDER PIRNIE FEDERAL BUILDING

PIRNIE UPPER ENVELOPE PROJECT

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1.1 LIST OF DRAWINGS

Drawings: Drawings consist of the Contract Drawings and ANY other drawings listed on the Table of Contents page of the separately bound drawing set titled PIRNIE UPPER ENVELOPE PROJECT GSA Project RNY 12834 “FOR CONSTRUCTION” submission dated 12/20/2019.

A. List of Drawings: Drawings consist of the following Contract Drawings and other drawings of type indicated:

SHEET NO SHEET NAME

G-001 COVER SHEET

G-002 CODE/ PHASING

A001 GENERAL NOTES, SYMBOLS, & ABBREVIATIONS

AD101 DEMOLITION - ROOF PLAN

AE101 CONSTRUCTION - ROOF PLAN

AE102 ATTIC PLAN

AE310 WALL & ROOF SECTIONS

AE501 DETAILS

AE502 DETAILS

AE503 DETAILS

P-001 GENERAL NOTES, SYMBOLS & ABBREVIATIONS

PD101 ATTIC DEMOLITION PLAN

PD102 ROOF DEMOLITION PLAN

P-101 FIRST FLOOR PLAN

P-102 ATTIC PLAN

P-103 ROOF PLAN

P-601 ROOF DRAINAGE RISER DIAGRAM

M-001 GENERAL NOTES, SYMBOLS & ABBREVIATIONS

MD101 ROOF DEMOLITION PLAN

M-101 BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN

M-102 SECOND FLOOR PLAN

M-103 ATTIC PLAN

M-104 ROOF PLAN

E-001 GENERAL NOTES, SYMBOLS & ABBREVIATIONS

ED101 ROOF DEMOLITION PLAN

E-101 ATTIC PLAN

E-102 ROOFPLAN

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OPTION

SHEET NO SHEET NAME

A-100A DEMOLITION AND NEW CONSTRUCTION - BID OPTION

MD201 PARTIAL BASEMENT & 2ND FL. DEMOLITION PLANS - OPTION 2 & 3

MD202 ROOF DEMOLITION PLAN - OPTION 2 & 3

M-201 PARTIAL BASEMENT & 2ND FLOOR PLANS - OPTION 2 & 3

M-202 ROOF PLAN - OPTION 2 & 3

ED201 ROOF DEMOLITION PLAN - OPTION 2 & 3

E-201 BASEMENT FLOOR PLAN - OPTION 2 & 3

E-202 PARTIAL 1ST & 2ND FLOOR PLANS - OPTION 2 & 3

E-203 ROOF PLAN - OPTION 2 & 3

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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Drawings and conditions of the construction contract, including but not limited to General

Conditions, and the Special Conditions listed below, apply to work of this section.

1. Section 011000 Summary of the Work.

2. Section 011400 Work Restrictions

3. Section 012500 Substitution Procedures

4. Section 012900 Payment Procedures

5. Section 013100 Project Management and Coordination

6. Section 013120 Critical Path Method Scheduling – Short Duration Projects

7. Section 013200 Construction Progress Documentation

8. Section 013220 Photographic Documentation

9. Section 013300 Submittal Procedures

10. Section 014000 Quality Assurance and Control Requirements.

11. Section 014200 References

12. Section 015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls.

13. Section 015410 Security Regulations

14. Section 015460 Safety and Health.

15. Section 016000 Product Requirements.

16. Section 017300 Execution Requirements.

17. Section 017310 Cutting and Patching.

18. Section 017419 Construction Nonhazardous Waste Management and Disposal

19. Section 017700 Closeout Procedures

20. Section 017822 Operations and Maintenance Documentation

21. Section 018200 Demonstration and Training

1.2 PROJECT/WORK INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: GSA Project # RNY12834

Pirnie Upper Envelope Project Alexander Pirnie Federal Building 10 Broad Street Utica, NY 13501

B. Contracting Officer for this project is:

Katherine Wheeler General Services Administration (2PQAU) James M. Hanley Federal Building and Courthouse 100 South Clinton Street, P.O. Box 7005 Syracuse, NY 13261-7005 Phone (315) 448-0605 Fax (315) 448-0929

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C. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR for this project is:

James Michael McKenzie (Design Phase COR) Gerald Boyle (Construction Phase COR) General Services Administration (2PCU) James M. Hanley Federal Building and Courthouse 100 South Clinton Street, P.O. Box 7005 Syracuse, NY 13261-7005 Phone (315) 448-0960 Fax (315) 448-0929

D. Architect: The term "Architect" refers to the project designer. The Architect’s status relative to the construction will be stated in writing by the Contracting Officer prior to the pre-construction conference. The Architect may furnish personnel for site supervision if required by his contract

a. N.K. BHANDARI, Architecture & Engineering, P.C.

1005 West Fayette Street, Suite 500 Syracuse, NY 13204

E. Architect's Consultants: Architect has retained the following design professionals, who have prepared designated portions of the Contract Documents:

a. Colden Corporation Health, Safety and Environmental Consulting 5842 Heritage Landing Drive East Syracuse, NY 13057

b. C&S Companies Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing & Life Safety Engineering 499 Col. Eileen Collins Blvd.

Syracuse, NY 13212

F. Abbreviated Written Summary: Briefly, and without force and effect upon contract documents, work can be summarized as follows:

1. Base Bid Work includes but is not limited to the following work: approximately 28,500 sf of existing roofing systems at the Alexander Pirnie Federal Building (161’ x 166’) will be replaced with new roofing systems; the existing 2” thick wood planking which is located beneath the mansard roofing systems will be replaced with new 2” thick wood planking which has field fabricated R-30 insulated panels installed on top of the new planking; the Yankee gutters will be replaced in their entirety with similar materials; the existing roof drains and roof conductors located above the attic floor will be replaced in their entirety with new materials; the existing slate roofing materials which are installed on the sloped portion of the mansard roof will be replaced with synthetic slate materials and a new TPO roof membrane with be installed on the flat portion of the mansard roof; the asbestos containing material (ACM) flashing which are installed at the six skylight structures at the Lower Roof will be abated and the six skylight structures will be demolished and the skylight openings which are located in the concrete slab beneath the Lower Roof will be closed; the existing roofing and wood support structures at the Lower Roof and Middle Roof will be removed and a replaced with new TPO roof membranes and R-30 insulation that will be placed on the existing concrete slabs that support the wood framing; the existing roof membrane and associated insulation materials at the Upper Roof will be replaced with a new TPO roof membrane and R-30 insulation; guardrails will be installed around the perimeter of the flat roofs; snow rails will be installed at the lower edge of the slate roofs; a roof tie-off system will be installed at the peak of the slate roofs; and a secondary roof drain system will be installed at the Lower Roof and the two drain conductors will be routed

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2. Option One Work: Furnish all material, equipment, labor and supervision to perform the following work which includes but is not limited to: installing a steam coil with associated piping and controls will be installed at the basement AHU identified as PHCU-1; and installing a second steam coil with associated piping at the second floor AHU identified as

PHCU-2.

3. Option Two Work: Furnish all material, equipment, labor and supervision to perform the following work which includes but is not limited to: replacing the R-22 direct expansion refrigeration system (DX cooling coil, compressor unit, refrigeration piping, and air-cooled condensing unit) which provides cooling at the basement AHU identified as PHCU-2 being replaced in its entirety. PHCU-2 provides 7,030 cfm of conditioned air to the Alexander Pirnie Federal Building. The costs for the following Base Bid Work shall be deleted from the Option Two Work: reinstall existing ACCU-2 on lowered middle roof, reconnect refrigeration piping to existing ACCU-2 after existing ACCU-2 is set on lowered middle roof, recommission existing ACCU-2, disconnect electric service from existing ACCU-2, and reconnect electric service to existing ACCU-2 after existing ACCU-2 is set on lowered middle roof.

4. Option Three Work Furnish all material, equipment, labor and supervision to perform the following work which includes but is not limited to: replacing the R-22 direct expansion refrigeration system (DX cooling coil, compressor unit, refrigeration piping, and air-cooled condensing unit) which provides cooling at the basement AHU identified as PHCU-1 will be replaced in its entirety. PHCU-1 provides 20,850 cfm of conditioned air to the Alexander Pirnie Federal Building. The costs for the following Base Bid Work shall be deleted from the Option Two Work: reinstall existing ACCU-1 on lowered middle roof, reconnect refrigeration piping to existing ACCU-1 after existing ACCU-1 is set on lowered middle roof, recommission existing ACCU-1, disconnect electric service from existing ACCU-1, and reconnect electric service to existing ACCU-1 after existing ACCU-1 is set on lowered middle roof.

G. If any of the Option Work is awarded by the Government, it will be awarded at the same time that the Base Bid Work is awarded.

1.3 WORK COMPLETION & PHASING

A. The Contractor will submit their performance bonds and insurance to the Contracting Officer within ten (10) calendar days after the Notice of Award is issued. After the Contracting Officer receives acceptable performance bonds/insurance from the Contractor, the Contracting Officer will issue the Contractor a “Notice to Proceed”, that directs the Contractor to immediately develop their construction submittals and submit their security clearance paperwork for their workers.

B. The Contractor has been allotted a maximum of forty-five (45) calendar days after Notice of Award to obtain sufficient and adequate number of cleared personnel in accordance with the requirements outlined in Specification Section 015410 – SECURITY REGULATIONS to begin execution of the work. Once the contractor demonstrates to the Contracting Officer that the Contractor has adequate numbers of construction workers that have received their security

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C. If there are delays in processing the clearance paperwork by the Department of Homeland Security, the Contracting Officer will issue the Contractor a time extension at no additional cost to the Government if the Contractor has submitted security clearance paperwork for adequate numbers of workers to execute the contract in the time period required by the contract. Only construction workers that had received favorable clearances from the Federal Protective Service will be able to work at this project.

D. Phasing of the Work: The Base Bid Work and awarded Option Work shall be conducted in one phase of work. The Contractor shall be solely responsible for scheduling how the various contract work referenced by the Base Bid Work and awarded Option Work shall be constructed. Under this project, the Contractor is required to keep the existing refrigeration systems that serve PHCU- 1 and PHCU-2 operational at all times between May 7 and September 28. The Contractor’s work at the Middle Roof and Upper Roof are affected by this phasing requirement.

E. All Base Bid Work and Option Work (if awarded) must be Substantially Complete no later than three-hundred sixty (360) calendar days after the Notice of Award is issued. All remaining contract work must be completed and accepted by the GSA no later than four hundred twenty

(420) calendar days after the Notice of Award is issued. A Final Inspection will be performed after all roofing installations, downspout replacements, HVAC installations, and site restoration work is complete. The Substantial Completion Date will be established by the Contracting Officer after the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) verifies that the renovated HVAC systems operate properly, the various roofing systems do not leak, and the GSA has received the Roof Warranties.

1.4 WORK UNDER SEPARATE CONTRACTS

A. General: Cooperate fully with separate contractors as necessary so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying Work under this Contract or other contracts. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

1.5 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Unrestricted Use of Site: Contractor shall have full use of Project site for construction operations during construction period. Contractor's use of Project site is limited only by Owner's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project.

B. Restricted Use of Site: Contractor shall have limited use of Project site for construction operations as indicated on Drawings by the Contract limits and as indicated by requirements of this Section.

C. Limits on Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to Work in areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limits on Use of Site: Confine construction operations to areas where work is permitted.

2. Driveways, Walkways, and Entrances: Keep driveways, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or for storage of materials.

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D. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

E. Condition of Existing Grounds: Maintain portions of existing grounds, landscaping, and hardscaping affected by construction operations throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

F. Office Space: If the GSA Property Manager determines that there is office space available in the Basement of the Alexander Pirnie Federal Building after a construction contract is issued, the GSA Property Manager may provide the Contractor with an Office. If after occupying the office, the GSA Property Manager determines that the Contractor is disturbing the tenants in the adjacent spaces or is not maintaining the cleanliness of the office and the adjacent corridors, permission to use the office will be withdrawn. The GSA will also provide the Contractor with a limited amount of storage space in the basement but all equipment and supplies stored in the basement must be secured by the Contractor at their expense.

1.6 COORDINATION WITH GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

A. Full Owner Occupancy: Owner will occupy site and existing building(s) during entire construction period. Cooperate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Owner's day-to-day operations.

Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

B. Owner Limited Occupancy of Completed Areas of Construction: Owner reserves the right to occupy and to place and install equipment in completed portions of the Work, prior to Substantial Completion of the Work, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work.

Such placement of equipment and limited occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1.7 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets, work on public streets, rights of way, and other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

a. Contractor shall perform all work at the Alexander Pirnie Federal Building, Utica, New York between the hours of 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday thru Friday, unless the Contractor is performing disruptive work as detailed hereafter.

1. The contractor must take all precautions not to disrupt building operations when construction work is performed. The contractor shall cooperate fully with the GSA Representative to minimize conflicts and to facilitate construction progress. The Contractor shall include all costs for conducting disruptive construction operations during off-hours in their Base Bid Items.

a. Demolition involving cutting, drilling and hammering.

b. Other cutting, drilling with power tools and hammering required to perform the work of the contract during the construction period.

c. Use of all other power tools which, in the judgment of the Contracting Officer, may cause disruption to other occupancies of the building

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B. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after providing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Owner not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Obtain Owner's written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

C. Noise, Vibration, Dust, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, dust, odors, or other disruption to Owner occupancy with Owner.

1. Notify Owner not less than two days in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain Owner's written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

D. Smoking and Controlled Substance Restrictions: Use of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, and other controlled substances within the existing building, on Project site, or on Owner's property is not permitted.

1.8 INSPECTION BY REGULATORY AUTHORITIES

A. Notify Contracting Officer when inspections take place. Decision as to action to be taken as a result of inspections by regulatory authorities will be made by the Contracting Officer.

1. Contractor shall perform all work at the Alexander Pirnie federal building, Utica, New York between the hours of 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Monday thru Friday, unless the contractor in performing disruptive work as detailed hereafter.

1.11 MISCELLANEOUS AND GENERAL PROVISIONS

A. New Work: Unless otherwise noted on drawings or specified, new work in extension of existing conditions shall correspond in all respects with that to which it connects, or to similar existing conditions, in materials, workmanship, and finish. If new work supersedes or makes obsolete existing work in-place – said work shall not be left abandoned in place and shall be removed in its entirety unless directed otherwise by the GSA and Property Management.

B. Alterations to Existing Work:

1. Existing work shall be cut, drilled altered, removed, or temporarily removed and replaced as necessary for performance of work under the contract. Work that is replaced shall match similar existing work. Work remaining in place, which is damaged or defaced during this contract, shall be restored to the condition existing at time of award of contract.

2. Unless otherwise indicated, existing structural members shall not be cut or altered without authorization by the Contracting Officer.

3. Discolored or unfinished surfaces exposed by removal of existing work and indicated to be the final exposed surfaces shall be refinished or the material shall be replaced as necessary to make contiguous work uniform and harmonious.

C. Bid Option Work: Bid Options are depicted and labeled on the construction document drawings. Specific work shown requires the use of specification sections in this specification project manual. All requirements for action & informational submittals, warranties, products & materials, calculations & schedules, field quality control, testing and execution requirements are delineated and can be found in these specifications.

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1.9 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used situations. These conventions are as follows:

1. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

2. Text Color: Text used in the Specifications, including units of measure, manufacturer and product names, and other text may appear in multiple colors or underlined as part of a hyperlink; no emphasis is implied by text with these characteristics.

3. Hypertext: Text used in the Specifications may contain hyperlinks. Hyperlinks may allow for access to linked information that is not residing in the Specifications. Unless otherwise indicated, linked information is not part of the Contract Documents.

4. Specification requirements are to be performed by Contractor unless specifically stated otherwise.

B. Division 00 Contracting Requirements: General provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, apply to all Sections of the Specifications.

C. Division 01 General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 01 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

D. This contract requires a complete, finished, workable project of the areas indicated by the contract documents, and shall include all materials and labor necessary to complete them, regardless of whether or not all work or each item is specifically indicated on any other portion of the drawings, drawing notes, details, or specifications, including any addenda.

E. Where materials referenced on the drawings, or necessary to complete the work of this contract, are not specified herein, the contractor shall provide the best quality material. Where materials are intended to match existing, the contractor shall provide the closest possible match, subject to Owner's approval. All items and work on the drawings are new, unless indicated otherwise. All work which has been damaged shall be repaired to a "like new" condition, or where the structural integrity has been affect, items shall be replaced at no cost to the Owner.

F. The contractor is responsible to verify all existing site, field and building conditions (interior and exterior) prior to submitting bids and commencing work. If there are any discrepancies between drawings, specifications, and field conditions - the contractor must notify GSA and request clarification immediately. No single note or reference voids, deletes, or relieves the contractor's responsibility for any other note or reference within the totality of the project work.

G. The prime contractor is responsible for obtaining and procuring all subcontractor work required to execute the design intent shown in the construction documents at no additional cost to the Owner.

H. Drawings cannot indicate all demolition/removals required to perform the work. The contractor shall refer to the drawings, details, and specifications and field verify conditions to determine the full scope and particulars of removals required, and coordinate with the new work prior to bidding the work. The contractor must verify and confirm with the Owner which items are to be saved, salvaged, or kept intact for the Owner's use and/or reinstallation by the contractor later.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 011400 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. The Contractor will review and document the existing conditions surrounding the project premises. Provide documentation to the Government prior to the commencement of any construction activity. Refer also to specific instructions stated on the Construction Drawings.

B. The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the work in areas indicated, and to allow for Government occupancy and public use.

1. Confine operations at the site to areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which Work is indicated.

2. Keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available at all times to the Government, Government employees and to visitors. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

3. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of material and equipment on site.

4. Maintain existing building in a safe and weather-tight condition throughout the construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations to the satisfaction of the government. Take precautions to protect the building, its occupants and the public during the construction period. A representative of the Contractor shall be available to arrive on site within one (1) hour of notice should an emergency occur.

5. Keep public areas, such as hallways, stairs, lobbies and toilet rooms, free from accumulation of waste material, rubbish, construction debris and construction materials.

6. Space on the premises may be made available for the Contractor's storage and related activities, provided that its use will not interfere with operations of the Government.

Arrange and gain approval for use of this space through the Contracting Officer.

7. Use of the existing loading dock facilities will be shared with Government activities on a first-come-first-served, wait-your-turn basis. The loading dock is available for the delivery of materials, tools, and supplies; coordinate with GSA.

8. Existing materials and equipment that are removed as part of the construction operations, and that are not reused or designated to be salvaged as Government property, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the site. Storage or sale of excess salvageable materials and equipment is not permitted on site.

9. Pollution producing equipment shall not be located near air intakes where airborne smoke or fumes could be drawn into the building. When not required for powering unloading operations, turn off engines when docked.

10. Smoking is not permitted in or around the building, see Facilities Management Regulation (FMR) Case 2008-102—3. Also see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 41 CFR Part 102-74.

11. No assigned parking is available on site during Government occupied hours. The Contractor and Contractor employees shall make their own arrangement for vehicle parking off site.

12. Cell Phones: Contractor is to provide company cell phone during this contract. All cell phones to be “on vibrate” at all times. If a telephone begins audibly ringing, the building guards will take the cell phone and hold until the end of the working day prior to the

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13. No apparatus with an open flame is allowed to be used within the facility without the prior receipt of a burn permit. Contact the Field Office to obtain burn permits. Burn permits are required for each separate occurrence and shall have the approval of the COR prior to Field Office acceptance.

14. Permits: Refer to FAR 52.236-7 which states: The Contractor shall, without additional expense to the Government, be responsible for obtaining any necessary licenses and permits, and for complying with any Federal, State, and municipal laws, codes, and regulations applicable to the performance of the work. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all damages to persons or property that occur as a result of the Contractor’s fault or negligence. The Contractor shall also be responsible for all materials delivered and work performed until completion and acceptance of the entire work, except for any completed unit of work which may have been accepted under the contract.

15. The work shall be sequenced to minimize disruption to building occupants, visitors, and maintenance activities. To the greatest extent feasible, demolition work should not take place until supplies are on hand to perform new work.

16. Coordinate with the GSA Building Manager and the COR for site access.

17. Coordinate with the GSA Building Manager and the COR on correct response procedures for any building system alarms occurring during or resulting from the construction process.

18. All building systems outside the immediate construction area shall be kept fully operational during normal working hours.

1.2 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

A. The Government will occupy the site and the existing building during the entire period of construction. Cooperate with the Government's representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts, mitigate noise, and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work in a manner that does not interfere with the Government's operations.

B. The Government reserves the right to occupy, place, and install equipment in completed areas of the building prior to Substantial Completion, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. The Government's installation of equipment and partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1. Prior to partial Government occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems for the space shall be fully operational and required inspections and tests shall be successfully completed. Upon occupancy, the Government will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving the occupied portions of the building.

2. Upon occupancy, the Government will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for the occupied portions of the building.

1.3 WORKING HOURS

A. Government Occupied Hours: Government personnel are scheduled to occupy the building during the following hours on weekdays, Monday through Friday, except for established Government Holidays 8-AM to 6-PM.

B. Government Unoccupied Hours: Government personnel are not scheduled to occupy the building during times not indicated as Government Occupied Hours.

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C. Contractor's General Working Hours: The Contractor working hours shall be generally established to occur during Government Occupied Hours.

D. Contractor's Required Working Hours: The following work shall be performed during Government Unoccupied Hours:

1. Noisy and/or odor-producing work that may disrupt tenant operations in adjacent spaces.

2. Any work that disrupts the mission of any building tenant.

E. Work accomplished during Government Unoccupied Hours shall be performed at no additional cost to the Government. Contractor shall submit a proposed schedule and gain the Contracting Officer's approval at least 48 hours before proceeding with any work during Government Unoccupied Hours.

F. Option for Additional Shifts: If the Government elects to exercise an option to allow early completion of the Project by authorizing additional shifts, the start time and completion time for these shifts shall be proposed to the COR within 30 days of the Notice to Proceed. Any work occurring outside the times stated in the approved additional shift hours shall comply with Paragraph “E” above.

1.4 SPECIAL CONDITIONS

A. Contractor Equipment Storage: The contractor may keep and store equipment, tools, etc. in the existing attic space as necessary for construction use with the Government’s approval. Such equipment, tools, etc. shall be protected and secured at all times during the Work, both for existing demolition and new construction activities.

B. General Protection: During existing demolition and new construction activities, the existing mechanical and electrical equipment to remain in the attic space (and other areas) shall be protected from damages, etc. and maintained active and operational, unless otherwise scheduled or noted.

1. Area inside attic space must be secured at all times and protected from potential rain and snow infiltration during the Work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

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SECTION 012500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Government is providing the references included in this sub-section for information purposes only and is not intended to provide a comprehensive, all-inclusive list of any and all potentially relevant portions of the Contract Documents. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 01 Specification Sections apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

B. Related Sections:

1. Division 016000 Section "Product Requirements" for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

2. Divisions 02 through 26 Sections for specific requirements and limitations for substitutions.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Proposed changes to the Contract Documents by the Contractor for products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction.

1. Substitutions for Cause: Changes proposed by Contractor that are required due to changed Project conditions, such as unavailability of product, regulatory changes, or unavailability of required warranty terms

2. Substitutions for Convenience: Changes proposed by Contractor or Owner that are not required in order to meet other Project requirements but may offer advantage to Contractor or Owner

1.4 SUBMITTALS for Cause or Convenience:

A. Substitution Requests: Per Submittal Procedures Section 013300 submit electronic copies of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Substitution Request Form:

2. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

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

b. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable specification section.

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Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

c. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

d. Samples, where applicable or requested.

e. Certificates and qualification data, where applicable or requested.

f. List of similar installations for completed projects with project name, location and contact information of owner and architect/engineer of record.

g. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

h. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for project, when applicable for the proposed substitution.

i. Detailed comparison of Contractor's construction schedule using proposed substitution with products specified for the Work. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating date of receipt of purchase order, lack of availability, or delays in delivery. Provide a schedule fragnet with a time impact analysis to allow the Government to consider the proposed substitution.

j. Cost information, including a proposal of change, if any, in the Contract Sum.

k. Proposed substitution complies with requirements in the Contract Documents except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials, and is appropriate for applications indicated.

l. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to provide a contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

3. The Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative (CO) or (COR) Action: If necessary, the Contracting Officer or COR will request additional information or documentation for evaluation. The Contractor shall be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals within a reasonable time, given the volume or complexity of the submittals and the criticality of the affected activities to Substantial Completion as may be indicated in the Project Schedule. The Contractor shall not be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals containing variations from Contract requirements in less than twenty working days.

1.5 Failure by the government to respond does not constitute acceptance of the proposed substitution.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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

1.7 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Modify or adjust affected work as necessary to integrate work of the approved substitutions.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBSTITUTIONS

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

1. Conditions: The Contracting Officer (CO) will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, the Contracting Officer (CO) will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

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

b. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

c. If requested substitution involves schedule impact Contractor has identified time impact and a mitigation plan.

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

e. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

f. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

g. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

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

B. Substitutions for Convenience: The Contracting Officer (CO) will consider requests for substitution if received within 60 days after commencement of the Work. Requests received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

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

a. Requested substitution offers the Government a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional obligations the Government incurs.

b. Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

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

d. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

If requested substitution involves schedule impact Contractor has identified time impact and a mitigation plan.

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

f. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

g. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

h. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

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

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SECTION 012900 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and to process Requests for Payment.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Schedule of Values: A detailed written statement (master format/unformat) furnished by the Contractor outlining the portions of the contract sum, which allocates values (price & percentage) for the various parts of the work and used as the basis for payment application and reviewing progress payments. The Agreement provides further details.

B. Request for Payment: A contractor’s invoice and request for progress payment with substantiating information consistent with approved schedule of values.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

1. Coordination: Submit completed Schedule of Values no later than 30 calendar days prior to scheduled date of initial Requests for Payment.

2. Schedules for Phased Work: Where the work is separated into phases, provide Schedules showing values correlated with each phase using the standard format referenced below.

A. Format and Content: Contractor shall be responsible to complete the GSA Schedule of Values Workbook and compile the values into and electronic format suitable to GSA. Contractor will enter values into workbook prior input and provide associated electronic baseline copy to contracting officer for record. Contractor will follow guidelines in the Schedule of Values workbook.

1. Identification: Complete the following Project Identification fields in the Schedule of Values:

a. Project Name

b. Project Number

c. Project Location, City, State

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