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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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Contracting Specialist remains as Michelle Nelson.

Contracting Officer is changed to Sherri Turner.

days. Box 13a is revised to zero copies.

A revised SF1442 is attached. This replaces the SF1442 that was in the RFP. Box 11 is updated to 365 calendar found under section 015950, Part 1.4.

Attached is a revised Scope of Work with the updated specification to include a COVID submittal. The update can be mailed to GSA.

Sherri.Turner@gsa.gov. Disregard the request for hard copies. Hard copies will not be required and should not to be The proposal due date is June 10, 2020 at 4:30 PM CST. Email the proposal to Michelle.Nelson@gsa.gov and shall wear a face covering and practice social distancing as recommended by the Center for Disease Control.

on the number of requests, you may be asked to attend the alternative date. All individuals attending the site visit Adebola.Adejobi@gsa.gov. Attendance for the site visit will be handled on a first come, first serve basis. Depending Offerors are required to RSVP to the site visit by May 22, 2020, to Michelle.Nelson@gsa.gov and for parking and security screening. A form of Government ID will be required to enter the building. Site visit location is time. Anyone arriving after 8:00 AM EST will not be allowed to attend. Offerors should plan in advance and allot time total of 2 people which can include one subcontractor. Pictures will be allowed. Please note, the site visit will starton 2020 at 8 AM EST will be offered. In an effort to comply with social distancing, each General Contractor is limited toa In addition, a site visit will be allowed on May 26, 2020, at 8 AM EST. If needed, an alternate site visit on May 27, Description of Modification Continuation Page

Federal Building and Courthouse, 200 W. 2nd St, Dayton, OH.

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SOLICITATION, OFFER,

AND AWARD

(Construction, Alteration, or Repair)

IMPORTANT - The "offer" section on the reverse must be fully completed by offeror.

9. FOR INFORMATION

CALL:

NOTE: In sealed bid solicitations "offer" and "offeror" mean "bid and "bidder".

SOLICITATION

5. REQUISITION/PURCHASE REQUEST NUMBER

CODE

6. PROJECT NUMBER4. CONTRACT NUMBER

7. ISSUED BY

10. THE GOVERNMENT REQUIRES PERFORMANCE OF THE WORK DESCRIBED IN THESE DOCUMENTS (Title, identifying number, date)

12a. THE CONTRACTOR MUST FURNISH ANY REQUIRED PERFORMANCE AND PAYMENT BONDS?

(If "YES", indicate within how many calendar days after award in Item 12b.)

b. An offer guarantee

c. All offers are subject to the (1) work requirements, and (2) other provisions and clauses incorporated in the solicitation in full text or by reference.

d. Offers providing less than

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014)

Prescribed by GSA - FAR (48 CFR) 53.236-1(d) calendar days for Government acceptance after the date offers are due will not be considered and will be rejected.

is, is not required.

local time containing offers shall be marked to show the offeror's name and address, the solicitation number, and the date and time offers are due.

(date). If this is a sealed bid solicitation, offers will be publicly opened at that time. Sealed envelopes

(hour) award, YES NO negotiable.notice to proceed. This performance period is mandatory

a. NAME b. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code) (NO COLLECT CALLS)

12b. CALENDAR DAYS

2. TYPE OF SOLICITATION

SEALED BID (IFB)

NEGOTIATED (RFP)

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3. DATE ISSUED

Michelle.Nelson@gsa.gov

Michelle Nelson, U.S. General Services AdministrationAcquisition Management Division Northern Construction Contracting Team 230 S. Dearborn Street, Suite 3500 Chicago, IL 60604

Fire Alarm Replacement, Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse, 200 West 2nd St., Dayton, OH

Substantial Completion Date is 365 days from Notice to Proceed.

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18. The offeror agrees to furnish any required performance and payment bonds.

19. ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF AMENDMENTS

(The offeror acknowledges receipt of amendments to the solicitation -- give number and date of each)

AMENDMENT

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DATE.

AWARD (To be completed by Government)

CONTRACTING OFFICER WILL COMPLETE ITEM 28 OR 29 AS APPLICABLE

14. NAME AND ADDRESS OF OFFEROR (Include ZIP Code)

FACILITY CODECODE

15. TELEPHONE NUMBER (Include area code)

16. REMITTANCE ADDRESS (Include only if different than Item 14.)

20a. NAME AND TITLE OF PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN OFFER (Type or print)

21. ITEMS ACCEPTED:

22. AMOUNT

26. ADMINISTERED BY

30a. NAME AND TITLE OF CONTRACTOR OR PERSON AUTHORIZED TO SIGN (Type or print)

31c. DATE

STANDARD FORM 1442 (REV. 8/2014) BACK

31b. UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

BY

29. AWARD (Contractor is not required to sign this document.) Your offer on this solicitation is hereby accepted as to the items listed. This award consummates the contract, which consists of (a) the Government solicitation and your offer, and (b) this contract award. No further contractual document is necessary.

30c. DATE30b. SIGNATURE

28. NEGOTIATED AGREEMENT (Contractor is required to sign this document and return and deliver all items or perform all work requirements identified on this form and any continuation sheets for the consideration stated in this contract. The rights and obligations of the parties to this contract shall be governed by (a) this contract award, (b) the solicitation, and (c) the clauses, representations, certifications, and specifications incorporated by reference in or attached to this contract.

copies to issuing office.) Contractor agrees to furnish

24. SUBMIT INVOICES TO ADDRESS SHOWN IN

(4 copies unless otherwise specified)

23. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

25. OTHER THAN FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION PURSUANT TOITEM

27. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY

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FORT WORTH, TX 76102-0181 USA

SHERRI TURNER

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PROPERTY OF THE UNITED STATES GOVERNMENT – FOR OFFICIAL USE ONLY

Do not remove this notice – Properly destroy documents when no longer needed

U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION

PUBLIC BUILDING SERVICE

GREAT LAKES REGION

FIRE ALARM REPLACEMENT

DAYTON, OHIO

100% CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

PREPARED BY:

METRO CD ENGINEERING, LLC

3510 SNOUFFER ROAD, SUITE 200

COLUMBUS, OHIO 43235

PHONE: 614.923.3930

FAX: 614.543.8308

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

SECTION 011400 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 012500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

SECTION 012900 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

SECTION 013120 - CRITICAL PATH METHOD SCHEDULING FOR SHORT DURATION PROJECTS

SECTION 013200 - CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 015930 - SECURITY REGULATIONS

SECTION 015950 - SAFETY AND HEALTH

SECTION 016000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 017310 - CUTTING AND PATCHING

SECTION 017320 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

SECTION 017350 - FIRE PREVENTION PRECAUTIONS FOR HOT WORK

SECTION 017410 - CONSTRUCTION INDOOR AIR QUALITY (IAQ) MANAGEMENT

SECTION 017419 - CONSTRUCTION NONHAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

SECTION 028200 - ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

SECTION 078400 - FIRESTOPPING PENETRATIONS, JOINTS AND PERIMETER FIRE BARRIERS

SECTION 081113 - HOLLOW METAL DOORS

SECTION 087100 - DOOR HARDWARE

SECTION 099123 - PAINTING

SECTION 211313 - WET-PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

SECTION 260000 - BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 260519 - LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

SECTION 260526 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 260529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 260544 - SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRICAL RACEWAYS AND CABLING

SECTION 260553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 283101 – MULTIPLEX/ADDRESSABLE VOICE EVACUATION FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

SECTION 284800 – EMERGENCY RADIO COMMUNICATION ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM (BDA SYSTEM)

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SECTION 011000 – SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT INFORMATION

Project Name and Location: Fire Alarm Replacement – GSA OH-Rice Federal Bldg & US CTHSE., 200 West 2nd Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402.

Project Summary Description: Replace existing Fire Alarm System with a new voice evacuation fire alarm.

Install new radio communications firefighter system.

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 project was designed by: Metro CD Engineering, LLC.

Project Delivery Method: traditional.

Architectural Consultant: Middough Inc.

All roles will be delineated in writing by the Contracting Officer prior to or at the pre-construction conference.

The Contracting Officer for the project is:

Martin Harris Phone: 2017-492-5041 Email: martin.harris@gsa.gov

The GSA Project Manager for the project is:

Adebola G. Adejobi Phone: 513-337-0838 Email: adebola.adejobi@gsa.gov

The GSA Property Manager for the project is:

Sean Morgan Phone: 937-559-5319 Email: sean.morgan@gsa.gov

1.4 SCHEDULE OF GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

A. None mailto:adebola.adejobi@gsa.gov

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1.5 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Substantial Completion. The Contractor shall achieve Substantial Completion of the Work, as that term is defined in this Agreement, no later than 365 calendar days from issuance of on-site Notice to Proceed (NTP).

B. Liquidated damages in the amount of $378.09 per day shall be assessed for inexcusable delays beyond the Substantial Completion date.

C. Contract Completion. The Contractor shall achieve Contract Completion, as the term is defined in this Agreement, within 90 calendar days of Substantial Completion.

1.6 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. Work in existing facilities shall correspond in all respects with the existing conditions to which it connects, or to similar existing conditions, in materials, workmanship and finish.

B. Alterations to Existing Conditions: Existing conditions shall be cut, drilled, removed, temporarily removed, or removed and replaced, as necessary for performance of Work under the Contract.

Work out of alignment where exposed by removal of existing work shall be called to the attention of GSA. Necessary corrective work shall be as directed.

1. Replacements of existing conditions that are removed shall match similar existing conditions.

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

3. Conditions remaining in place, which are damaged or defaced during the Work, shall be restored to the condition existing at time of award of Contract.

4. Discolored or unfinished surfaces exposed by removal of existing conditions, that are indicated to be final exposed surfaces, shall be refinished or replaced as necessary to produce uniform and harmonious contiguous surfaces.

C. Existing structures will remain in place.

D. Existing utility services with related meters and equipment will remain in place.

E. Removed items indicated to remain the property of the Government shall be stored on site where directed by the Property Manager.

F. Period of Performance

1. The Contractor shall be required to:

a. Commence work under this contract within one (1) calendar day after receipt of full onsite Notice to Proceed.

b. Prosecute the work diligently.

c. Achieve substantial completion not later than 365 calendar days after receipt of their

Notice to Proceed. See FAR 52.211-10. Liquidated damages in the amount of $378.09 per day shall be assessed for inexcusable delays beyond the substantial completion date.

1) Substantial Completion is defined as that state when the Contractor has complied with the Contract requirements, except for minor deviations, and the project is sufficiently complete and capable of being occupied and used by the Government for the intended purpose.

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1.7 MISCELLANEOUS

A. Floors 1 through 9 have existing floor control valves to remain.

B. Fire Alarm and fire protection work in the federal building does not require a Dayton city permit. All applicable permits, inspections and all applicable costs for these items for the BDA radio communication system shall be applied for and paid for by the Contractor.

C. Acoustically Distinguishable Spaces (ADS) shall include the following areas: entry/main building lobbies, elevator lobbies, public corridors, and other larger spaces, i.e. courtrooms, large conference rooms, training rooms, large open office work areas, etc. with higher occupant loads to be considered ADS's spaces to meet intelligibility requirements. Contractor shall pay for acoustical analysis design and make all necessary modifications to meet the specifications for ADS’s.

D. Contractor shall provide a full fire alarm system replacement as represented in the construction drawings and within the specifications. This project is not design/build delivery method.

E. No changes to the specifications for power conditioners, amplifiers, preamplifiers, digital audio cards/modules are permitted.

F. Metal ceilings are in the holding cells, but they are similar to drop-in grid style where they can be removed for access above.

G. The first-floor lobby has metal ceilings. The first-floor elevator lobby has an egg-crate ceiling with sprinklers located above the ceiling.

H. Contractor shall be required to drain and refill the sprinkler system and to facilitate the scheduled sprinkler work with the GSA Property Management personnel and O&M Contractor.

I. GSA Property Management shall put the existing fire alarm system in test mode for up to 12 continuous hours per day when the system is to be disabled or bypassed when sprinkler work and various portions of the fire alarm installation take place.

J. Contractor shall provide a fire watch while the fire alarm and/or fire protection system is off-line.

K. As-built drawings are not available. Contractor to field investigate and verify as-built conditions of the sprinkler system and fire alarm system to develop appropriate shop drawings to be submitted to the A/E for review prior to procurement and installation of equipment.

L. Contractor can use the public facility restrooms within the building as long as there is no abuse of the facilities.

M. There should be minimal use of a dumpster during construction. GSA Property Management shall be contacted to coordinate and place the dumpster. A location at the loading dock earmarked for a dumpster no larger than a 20-yard container. A dumpster will not be allowed to remain for the entire construction duration.

N. AHU-01, 02, 03, 04, 05 service the building floor basement through floor 8 (building core, north zone, south zone, east zone, west zone). AHU-06 serves select areas of floor 1. AHU-07 serves floor 9 only.

O. Stair pressurization shall start on sprinkler water flow, manual pull station, or smoke detector.

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P. Elevator service contractor for the building is Kone, Inc. (Brock Jones, Kone Service Sales Consultant, 513.755.6195)

Q. See hazardous materials report for additional information on abatement.

R. Coordination with GSA Property Management shall be done prior to draining the fire protection system. New flow and tamper switches, etc. are to be coordinated and installed by the Contractor.

The Contractor will be responsible for removal and coordination of existing equipment, devices, etc.

and connection and coordination of new equipment, devices, etc.

S. GSA Property Management will be on-site but not available after-hours at all times during construction. Milestones shall be identified on Contractor's construction schedule for sprinkler outages and when GSA or O&M needs to be on-site or provide training for shutdowns.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 011000

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SECTION 011400 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

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.

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 will 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 between the hours of 0700 to 1600.

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 parking will be available on site during working hours for building occupants. The Contractor and Contractor's employees shall make their own arrangements 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

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guards will take the cell phone and hold until the end of the working day prior to the con-tractor leaving the property. Cell phones are only permitted in construction area and contractor’s office space.

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.

14. Permits: Refer to FAR 52.236-7

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.

19. Protect building site from flying debris.

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 7:30AM to 4:30PM.

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

C. Contractor's General Working Hours:

Contractor working hours shall be generally established to occur during Government UNOCCUPIED Hours.

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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. While U.S. Courts are in session.

E. Work accomplished during Government Unoccupied Hours and Occupied 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 occupied Hours.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 011400

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SUBSITUTION PROCEDURES 012500-1

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 012300Section "Alternates" for products selected under an alternate.

2. Division 012400 Section “Options” for products selected under an option.

3. Division016000 Section "Product Requirements" for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

4. Divisions02 through 49 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 through email to shopdrawings@metrocdengineering.com 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. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

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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.

Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, energy and resource performance goals, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated.

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.

2. 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. Coordinate further with 013300 Submittals.

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

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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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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 30 days after the Notice to Proceed. 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.

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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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END OF SECTION 012500

PAYMENT PROCEDURES 012900 - 1

SECTION 012900 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

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/uniformat) 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 14 calendar days prior to scheduled date of initial Requests for Payment.

2. 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. Contractor will enter values into workbook and provide associated electronic baseline copy to contracting officer for record via email. Contractor will follow guidelines in the Schedule of Values.

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

a. Project Name

b. Project Number

c. Project Location, City, State

d. Base Contract Number

e. Task Order Number

f. Modification Number

g. GSA Project Manager

h. Contractor's Name and contact information

i. Date of submittal

2. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Requests for Payment and progress reports.

a. Work activity – (by division or specific work activity)

b. Dollar value of each specific work activity – both with an amount in dollars and whole cents, and as a percentage of the Contract Sum to nearest one-hundredth percent. Adjust the amounts to total to the Contract Sum and the percentages to total 100 percent.

c. Each item in the schedule of values and Requests for Payment shall be complete. Include total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit for each item. (i.e. no stand-alone item for Overhead, and Profit)

d. Modifications that affect value.

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e. Update affected work branches and subordinate line items and

f. resubmit the schedule of values before the next Request for Payment when Modifications result in a change in the Contract Sum

g. Line item for mobilization and de-mobilization

h. Line item for close out (% to be negotiated with GSA COR)

3. Options: Provide a separate Schedule of Values for each exercised Option.

4. Each item in the Schedule of Values and Requests for Payment shall be complete. Temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actual work-in-place may be shown either as separate line items in the schedule of values or distributed as general overhead expense, at the government's option.

5. Revise and update workbook with all items affecting scope, schedule or cost and resubmit within

14 calendar days as coordinated with project manager or contracting officer. Contractor shall provide a final as-built schedule at project completion. Update affected work branches and subordinate line items and resubmit the schedule of values before the next Request for Payment when Modifications result in a change in the Contract Sum.

1.4 REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT

B. Requirements for Requests for Payment are in Section III, Terms and Conditions of the Agreement.

C. Each Request for Payment following the initial Request for Payment shall be consistent with previous Requests.

1. Initial Request for Payment, Request for Payment at time of Substantial Completion, and final Request for Payment involve additional requirements.

D. Payment Request Times: Submit Request for Payment to GSA by the 25th of the month. The period covered by each Request for Payment is one month, ending on the last day of the month.

1. Submit one paper draft copy (aka pencil copy) of Request for Payment to the Project Manager along with construction progress report seven days prior to due date for review by GSA. Provide documentation evidencing the cost of work performed to be included in the Request for Payment.

Resolve questions resulting from GSA review of draft Request for Payment and construction progress report prior to submitting Request for Payment.

E. Request Preparation: All payments must be executed by a person authorized to legally bind the Contractor.

1. Entries shall match data on the schedule of values and Contractor's construction schedule. Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts for work completed following effective date of previous Request for Payment, whether or not payment has been received. Include only amounts for work completed as of effective date of current Request for Payment.

3. Include amounts of Modifications issued before last day of construction period covered by Request.

F. Stored Materials: Differentiate between items stored on-site and items stored off-site.

1. Provide certificate of insurance, and consent of surety to payment, for stored materials.

2. Provide supporting documentation that verifies amount requested, such as paid invoices. Match amount requested with amounts indicated on documentation.

3. Provide summary documentation for stored materials indicating the following:

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a. Value of materials previously stored and remaining stored as of effective date of previous Request for Payment.

b. Value of previously stored materials put in place after effective date of previous Request for Payment and on or before effective date of current Request for Payment.

c. Value of materials stored since effective date of previous Request for Payment and remaining stored as of effective date of current Request for Payment.

G. Initial Request for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of first Request for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. Schedule of values.

3. Contractor's construction schedule per Agreement (startup if not final).

4. Products list (preliminary if not final).

5. Submittal schedule (preliminary if not final).

6. List of Contractor's staff assignments.

7. List of Contractor's principal consultants.

8. Copies of building permits.

9. Copies of authorizations and licenses from authorities having jurisdiction for performance of the

Work.

10. Initial progress report.

11. Report of preconstruction conference.

H. Request for Payment at Substantial Completion: After GSA issues the Notice of Substantial Completion, submit a Request for Payment less previous payments made for portion of the Work claimed as substantially complete.

1. Include documentation supporting claim that the Work is substantially complete and a statement showing an accounting of changes to the Contract Sum.

2. This Request shall reflect Notices of Substantial Completion issued previously for GSA occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

I. Final Payment Request: The Agreement provides further details

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 012900

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION 013100 - 1

SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes certain administrative provisions for managing and coordinating construction operations, including but not limited to the following:

1. General project coordination.

2. Coordination drawings.

3. Conservation.

4. Administrative and supervisory personnel.

5. Conferences and meetings.

6. Cleaning and protection.

1.2 GENERAL PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations included in the various sections of the Specifications to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different sections of the Specifications that depend on each other for proper installation, connection or operation. Keep pipes, ducts, conduit, and the like as close as possible to ceiling slab, walls, and columns to take up a minimum amount of space. Locate pipes, ducts, and equipment so that they do not interfere with the intended use of eyebolts and other lifting devices. Assure all controls can be reached and operated.

1. Schedule construction operations in the sequence required to obtain the best results where the installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components before or after that part.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to provide maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, testing and repair.

3. Minimize roof penetrations.

B. Notification: Prepare and distribute memoranda to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include notices, reports and meeting minutes as part of the memoranda.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and promote orderly progress of the Work.

Administrative procedures include but are not limited to the following:

1. Preparation of schedules.

2. Installation and removal of temporary facilities.

3. Security packages and systems by others (i.e. U.S. Marshals Service (USMS), Federal

Protective Service (FPS), tenants, etc.)

4. Audio Visual (AV) and technology requirements and packages for tenants and/or end users.

5. Telecommunication, data, internet and other tele-work systems for GSA, tenants and/or end users.

6. Delivery and processing of submittals.

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7. Progress meetings.

8. Project closeout activities.

9. Startup and adjustment of systems.

1.3 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Prepare coordination drawings and/or BIM model and data where coordination is needed for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities, and prepare coordination drawings where limited space availability necessitates maximum use of the space for efficient installation of different components.

1. Show the relationship of components from the separate shop drawings. Indicate functional and spatial relationships of components of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical systems

2. Indicate required installation sequences.

3. Indicate minimum access space requirements for routine maintenance and for anticipated replacement of components during the life of the installation.

4. Show locations and sizes of all access doors on vertical and horizontal surfaces throughout the facility.

5. Provide vertical and horizontal dimensions necessary to locate each component and avoid conflicts within the space.

6. Comply with shop drawing requirements for sheet size and submittal methods specified in

Division 1 Section "Submittal Procedures."

B. Refer to Divisions 21 Fire Protection and 26 Electrical for specific coordination drawing requirements for mechanical and electrical installations.

C. Provide coordination drawings for equipment and system installations in mechanical and electrical rooms and spaces where two or more entities will provide the work and separate shop drawings are insufficient to show coordination.

D. Work installed prior to approval of coordination drawings shall be at the Contractor’s risk.

Subsequent relocations required to avoid interferences shall be made without additional expense to the Government. In case interference develops, the Government will decide which work shall be relocated, regardless of which was installed first.

E. Digital Data Files of Coordination Drawings: Prepare coordination digital data files in accordance with the following requirements:

1. File Preparation Format: Same digital data software program, version, and operating system as the original Drawings.

2. File Submittal Format: Same digital data software program, version, and operating system as the original Drawings and Portable Document Format (PDF).

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3. GSA will furnish Contractor one set of digital data files of the Drawings for use in preparing coordination digital data files.

a. GSA makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of digital data files as they relate to the Drawings.

b. Digital Data Software Program: AutoCad 2018

c. Execute a data licensing agreement in a form acceptable to the GSA, if required for

Project.

1.4 CONSERVATION

A. Coordinate conservation of energy, water and materials in the conduct of construction operation.

Salvage materials and equipment involved in the performance of, but not incorporated into, the Work.

B. Comply with Green Purchasing Plan requirements.

C. Waste Management Plan: Establish a program to maximize recycling of waste materials. Program shall include the following:

1. Designation of a waste management coordinator.

2. Identification of recyclable materials.

3. Identification of available local recycling firms and agencies to receive recyclable materials.

4. Establishment of quantity goals for collection of each recyclable material.

5. Designation of one or more locations on the project site for collection, sorting and temporary storage of recyclable materials.

6. Means and schedule for transporting and delivery of recyclable materials to recycling firms and agencies.

7. Implementation of the Waste Management Plan: Contractor's waste management coordinator shall provide on-site instruction of workers in the identification, separation and handling of recyclable materials, and shall manage the process for the duration of the Contract.

a. Contractor shall lay out and define specific areas to facilitate separation of materials for recycling, and shall maintain collection bins clearly marked to avoid contamination of the recyclable materials.

b. The waste management coordinator shall report monthly, in writing, the quantity of each recyclable material collected during the previous month and cumulatively to date, compared to the quantity goal, and other points of interest.