511.22358.TAP DMVA Construct Motor Vehicle Storage Building - Calumet - MICH Spec (Rev 02-24)-PART 1.pdf

This is a Cover Sheet to the State’s Owner and Contractor Standard Construction Contract, known as the MICHSPEC Division 0 Specifications. The MICHSPEC Division 0 Specifications have been developed from the FORMSPEC Michigan Model, 1997 Edition. Although the State’s 2008 Version of the Division 0 Specifications are written as simply as practical, it is nonetheless advisable to consult with companion Guide to Specifiers when preparing specifications for a specific project. These Division 0 Specifications were developed by incorporating provisions and requirements furnished by the State into the FORMSPEC Michigan Model. These Division 0 Specifications have undergone detailed technical reviews by Department of Technology, Management and Budget, State Facilities Administration representatives and detailed legal reviews by the Department of the Attorney General for the State of Michigan. Specifiers are encouraged to consult with a Division 0 specifications specialist or an attorney knowledgeable in public contracts when preparing specifications for a specific project.

STATE OF MICHIGAN

DEPARTMENT OF TECHNOLOGY, MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET

STATE FACILITIES ADMINISTRATION

MICHSPEC 2008 VERSION, OWNER AND CONTRACTOR

STANDARD CONTRACT FORMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT

MICHSPEC No. 97.0820 − 00020 THROUGH 97.0820 − 00440

RELEASED ON NOVEMBER 1, 1997.

Developed from Contract Forms and Conditions of the Contract

FORMSPEC Michigan Model and suggested for use with

Bidding Requirements

File No. 511/22358.TAP Department of Military and Veterans Affairs Construct Motor Vehicle Storage Building –

Calumet 57707 Military Ave.

Calumet, MI 49913

March 27, 2024

1997 Edition/R 02/24 Version

STATE OF MICHIGAN (DMVA) TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION 00010 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SUBJECT INDEX

SECTION 00020 GLOSSARY ............................................................................................................................................. 00020 - 1

SECTION 00030 ADVERTISEMENT .................................................................................................................................. 00030 - 1

SECTION 00100 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS ............................................................................................................... 00100 - 1

ARTICLE 1 BIDDING DOCUMENT INTERPRETATIONS .................................................................................................. 00100 - 1

ARTICLE 2 QUALIFICATIONS OF BIDDERS ..................................................................................................................... 00100 - 1

ARTICLE 3 BIDDING DOCUMENTS; SITE CONDITIONS; SAFETY REQUIREMENTS; LAWS ....................................... 00100 - 2

ARTICLE 4 INTERPRETATIONS; ADDENDA .................................................................................................................... 00100 - 3

ARTICLE 5 BID SECURITY ................................................................................................................................................ 00100 - 3

ARTICLE 6 CONTRACT TIME; LIQUIDATED DAMAGES .................................................................................................. 00100 - 4

ARTICLE 7 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT ...................................................................................................................... 00100 - 4

ARTICLE 8 SUBCONTRACTORS ...................................................................................................................................... 00100 - 5

ARTICLE 9 BID FORM AND BID FORM ATTACHMENTS ................................................................................................. 00100 - 5

ARTICLE 10 PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF BIDS.................................................................................................. 00100 - 6

ARTICLE 11 BID WITHDRAWAL; BID MODIFICATION ........................................................................................................ 00100 - 6

ARTICLE 12 BID OPENING; OBJECTION TO THE AWARD ................................................................................................ 00100 - 7

ARTICLE 13 BIDS TO REMAIN OPEN .................................................................................................................................. 00100 - 7

ARTICLE 14 AWARD OF THE CONTRACT .......................................................................................................................... 00100 - 7

ARTICLE 15 EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT ................................................................................................................ 00100 - 9

ARTICLE 16 MOBILIZATION PAY ITEM ............................................................................................................................. 00100 -10 ARTICLE 17 SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL–FINE FOR NON-COMPLIANCE .................................. 00100 -10 ATTACHMENT A TO SECTION 00100: BIDDER'S CHECK LIST........................................................................................ 00110 - 1

SECTION 00120 SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................... 00120 - 1

SECTION 00210 INFORMATION FOR BIDDERS .............................................................................................................. 00210 - 1

SECTION 00300 BID SUMMARY ...................................................................................................................... 00300 - SUMMARY

SECTION 00300 BID FORM ............................................................................................................................................... 00300 - 1

ARTICLE 1 THIS BID IS SUBMITTED TO THE STATE OF MICHIGAN ("THE OWNER"). ................................................. 00300 - 1

ARTICLE 2 THE BIDDER'S REPRESENTATIONS ............................................................................................................... 00300 - 1

ARTICLE 3 TIME OF COMPLETION ..................................................................................................................................... 00300 - 2

ARTICLE 4 ATTACHMENTS INCLUDED WITH THIS BID .................................................................................................... 00300 - 2

ARTICLE 5 DEFINED TERMS ............................................................................................................................................... 00300 - 2

ARTICLE 6 BID SCHEDULE .................................................................................................................................................. 00300 - 3

ARTICLE 7 SCHEDULE OF CHANGE ORDER PRICES ...................................................................................................... 00300 - 5

ARTICLE 8 BID SUBMITTED ON ......................................................................................................................................... 00300 - 6

SECTION 00310 BID BOND ............................................................................................................................................... 00310 - 1

SECTION 00320 NONCOLLUSION AFFIDAVIT ................................................................................................................ 00320 - 1

SECTION 00410 BID BREAKDOWN ................................................................................................................................. 00410 - 1

SECTION 00420 QUESTIONNAIRE ................................................................................................................................... 00420 - 1

ARTICLE 1 ORGANIZATION ............................................................................................................................................... 00420 - 1

ARTICLE 2 SPECIALTY CONTRACTOR LICENSES .......................................................................................................... 00420 - 1

ARTICLE 3 EXPERIENCE ................................................................................................................................................... 00420 - 1

ARTICLE 4 ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS ...................................................................................................................... 00420 - 2

ARTICLE 5 REFERENCES .................................................................................................................................................. 00420 - 2 REFERENCES ATTACHMENT ......................................................................................................................... 00420 - 3

SECTION 00430 LIST OF SUBCONTRACTORS ............................................................................................................... 00430 - 1

SECTION 00440 SCHEDULE OF MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT .................................................................................. 00440 - 1

ARTICLE 1 BID MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT −LISTED (NAMED OR SPECIFIED) ITEMS ........................................... 00440 - 1 ARTICLE 2 BID MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT − OPEN SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................... 00440 - 3

SECTION 00500 AGREEMENT .......................................................................................................................................... 00500 - 1

ARTICLE 1 THE CONTRACT; THE PROJECT; THE WORK .............................................................................................. 00500 - 1

ARTICLE 2 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 00500 - 1

ARTICLE 3 CONTRACT PRICE ........................................................................................................................................... 00500 - 2

ARTICLE 4 CONTRACT TIME; LIQUIDATED DAMAGES ................................................................................................... 00500 - 2

ARTICLE 5 PAYMENTS TO CONTRACTOR ...................................................................................................................... 00500 - 3

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ARTICLE 6 THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACTOR ......................................................................................... 00500 - 3

ARTICLE 7 CONTRACTOR'S REPRESENTATIONS .......................................................................................................... 00500 - 3

ARTICLE 8 MISCELLANEOUS ............................................................................................................................................ 00500 - 3

ARTICLE 9 NOTICE AND SERVICE .................................................................................................................................... 00500 - 4

SECTION 00520 ATTACHMENT “A” TO AGREEMENT ................................................................................................... 00520 - 1

SECTION 00610 PERFORMANCE BOND ........................................................................................................................ 00610 - 1

SECTION 00620 PAYMENT BOND ................................................................................................................................... 00620 - 1

SECTION 00700 GENERAL CONDITIONS ........................................................................................................................ 00700 - 1

ARTICLE 1 INTERPRETATIONS ........................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 1

1.1 Section 00020 Glossary:............................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 1

1.2 Intent of the Contract Documents: ................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 1

1.3 Priority of the Contract Documents: .............................................................................................................................. 00700 - 2

1.4 Interpretation of Indemnification Provisions: ................................................................................................................. 00700 - 2

1.5 Additional Interpretations: ............................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 2

1.6 Ownership and Use of the Contract Documents: .......................................................................................................... 00700 - 3

1.7 Copies of the Contract Documents: ............................................................................................................................... 00700 - 3

ARTICLE 2 THE OWNER−GENERAL PROVISIONS .......................................................................................................... 00700 - 3

2.1 Availability of Lands, Areas, Properties and Facilities: ................................................................................................. 00700 - 3

2.2 Reference Points; Base Lines and Benchmarks: .......................................................................................................... 00700 - 3

2.3 Stop Work Order: .......................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 3

2.4 Limitations on the Owner’s Responsibilities: ................................................................................................................ 00700 - 4

2.5 Additional General Provisions: ...................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 4

2.6 Partnering Charter: ....................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 4

ARTICLE 3 THE PROFESSIONAL − GENERAL PROVISIONS .......................................................................................... 00700 - 4

3.1 Owner’s Representative: ............................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 4

3.2 Clarifications and Interpretations: ................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 4

3.3 Minor Variations and No-Cost Changes; Minor Delays:................................................................................................ 00700 - 5

3.4 Determinations by the Professional: ........................................................................................................................... 00700 - 5

3.5 Limitations on the Professional’s Responsibilities: ....................................................................................................... 00700 - 5

ARTICLE 4 CONTROL OF WORK − GENERAL PROVISIONS ........................................................................................... 00700 - 5

4.1 Review of the Contract Documents: ............................................................................................................................. 00700 - 5

4.2 Management, Supervision, and Personnel: .................................................................................................................. 00700 - 5

4.3 Materials and Equipment: ............................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 6

4.4 Concerning Control of Work: ........................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 6

4.5 Patent Fees and Royalties: ........................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 7

4.6 Use of Premises: .......................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 7

4.7 Record Documents: ...................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 7

4.8 Emergencies: ................................................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 8

4.9 Indemnification: ............................................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 8

ARTICLE 5 SUBCONTRACTORS AND SUPPLIERS .......................................................................................................... 00700 - 8

5.1 Employment of Subcontractors: .................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 8

5.2 "Or Equal" and Substitute Materials and Equipment:.................................................................................................... 00700 - 9

5.3 The Contractor’s Continuing Responsibilities: ............................................................................................................ 00700 - 9

ARTICLE 6 SUBMITTALS .................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 9

6.1 Shop Drawing, Sample and Other Technical Submittals: ............................................................................................. 00700 - 9

6.2 Review and Return of Technical Submittals: .............................................................................................................. 00700 - 10

6.3 Progress Schedule Submittals: ................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 10

6.4 Review and Return of Progress Schedule Submittals: ............................................................................................... 00700 - 10

6.5 Additional Provisions Concerning Submittals: ............................................................................................................ 00700 - 10

ARTICLE 7 LEGAL REQUIREMENTS; INSURANCE ........................................................................................................ 00700 - 11

7.1 Laws; Permits (Which Include Approvals and Licenses): ........................................................................................... 00700 - 11

7.2 Sales and Use Tax and Other Similar Taxes: ............................................................................................................. 00700 - 12

7.3 Safety and Protection: ................................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 12

7.4 Bonds and Insurance - General Requirements: .......................................................................................................... 00700 - 12

7.5 The Contractor’s Liability Insurance:......................................................................................................................... 00700 - 12

7.6 Pollution Liability Insurance: ....................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 13

7.7 Property Insurance (Builder's All Risk Insurance): ...................................................................................................... 00700 - 13

7.8 Waiver of Rights: ........................................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 13

7.9 Receipt and Application of Proceeds: ......................................................................................................................... 00700 - 13

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7.10 Unfair Labor Practice: ................................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 13

7.11 Michigan Right-To-Know Law: .................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 13

7.12 Nondiscrimination: ...................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 14

7.13 Michigan Residency for Employees: .......................................................................................................................... 00700 – 14

7.14 Prevailing Wages: ...................................................................................................................................................... 00700 – 14

ARTICLE 8 PROSECUTION; SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION ........................................................................................... 00700 - 15

8.1 Starting the Work: ....................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 15

8.2 Revision 0 (Rev. 0) Schedule and Cost Submittals: ................................................................................................... 00700 - 15

8.3 Compliance with Contract Time Requirements: .......................................................................................................... 00700 - 15

8.4 Substantial Completion: .............................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 15

8.5 Partial Use: ................................................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 16

8.6 Division of Responsibilities: ........................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 16

8.7 Suspension of Work: .................................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 16

8.8 Sharing of Total Float on Non-Critical Paths: .............................................................................................................. 00700 - 16

ARTICLE 9 WARRANTY; TESTS, INSPECTIONS, AND

APPROVALS; CORRECTION OF WORK ....................................................................................................... 00700 - 17

9.1 Warranty: ................................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 17

9.2 Tests, Inspections and Approvals: ............................................................................................................................. 00700 - 17

9.3 Uncovering Work: ...................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 17

9.4 Correction of Work: .................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 17

9.5 Special Correction Period Requirements: .................................................................................................................. 00700 - 18

9.6 Special Maintenance Requirements: ......................................................................................................................... 00700 - 18

ARTICLE 10 CHANGES ..................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 19

10.1 Changes in the Work: ................................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 19

10.2 Differing Subsurface or Physical Site Conditions: ...................................................................................................... 00700 - 19

10.3 Responsibilities for Underground Utilities: ................................................................................................................. 00700 - 20

10.4 Hazardous Material Conditions: ................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 20

10.5 Incidents with Archaeological Features: .................................................................................................................... 00700 - 20

10.6 Unit Price Work: ......................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 21

10.7 Cash Allowances; Provisionary Allowances: ............................................................................................................. 00700 - 21

10.8 Change Orders; Change Authorizations: ................................................................................................................... 00700 - 21

ARTICLE 11 CHANGES IN CONTRACT PRICE; CHANGES IN

CONTRACT TIME ......................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 22

11.1 General Provisions: ................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 22

11.2 Changes in Contract Time: ........................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 22

11.3 Methods for Making Adjustments in Contract Price: .................................................................................................. 00700 - 22

11.4 Labor, Subcontract and Material/Equipment Costs: .................................................................................................. 00700 - 23

11.5 Construction Equipment Costs: ................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 23

11.6 Rented or Leased Construction Equipment: .............................................................................................................. 00700 - 23

11.7 Owned Construction Equipment: ............................................................................................................................... 00700 - 24

11.8 General Conditions Costs: ......................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 24

11.9 Limitations on Allowable Costs: ................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 24

11.10 Costs Covered by the Fee for the Work Involved (and not Allowable as Cost of the Work Involved): ........................ 00700 - 24

11.11 Limits on the Fee for the Work Involved: .................................................................................................................... 00700 - 25

11.12 Fee for Unabsorbed Home Office Overhead: ............................................................................................................. 00700 - 25

11.13 Changes in Contract Time for Early Completion: ........................................................................................................ 00700 - 25

11.14 Access to Records: ..................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 26

11.15 Price Reduction for Defective Cost and Pricing Data: ................................................................................................ 00700 - 26

ARTICLE 12 PROGRESS PAYMENTS; FINAL PAYMENT ............................................................................................... 00700 - 26

12.1. Schedule of Values: ................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 26

12.2 Requests for Payment: .............................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 27

12.3 Review of Request for Payment; Intent of Review: .................................................................................................... 00700 - 27

12.4 Refusal to Make or to Recommend Payment: .......................................................................................................... 00700 - 27.

12.5 Final Request for Payment: ....................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 27

12.6 Final Payment and Acceptance: ................................................................................................................................ 00700 - 28

12.7 Contractor’s Continuing Obligation: ......................................................................................................................... 00700 - 28

12.8 Waiver of Claims: ...................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 28

ARTICLE 13 OTHER WORK .............................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 28

13.1 Related Work at Site: ................................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 28

13.2 Coordination Requirements: ...................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 29

13.3 Claims Between the Contractor and Other Parties: ................................................................................................. 00700 - 29

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ARTICLE 14 TERMINATION .............................................................................................................................................. 00700 - 29

14.1 Notice Requiring Assurance of Due Performance: .................................................................................................... 00700 - 29

14.2 Contractor Default and Termination for Cause: ........................................................................................................ 00700 - 30

14.3 Surety Default: ........................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 31

14.4 Termination for Convenience of the Owner: .............................................................................................................. 00700 - 31

14.5 The Contractor May Suspend Work: ....................................................................................................................... 00700 – 31

ARTICLE 15 DISPUTES .................................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 31

15.1 Claims Under This Article: ......................................................................................................................................... 00700 - 31

15.2 Requirement for Certification of Contractor Claims: ................................................................................................. 00700 - 32

15.3 Recommendations or Decisions from the Professional:........................................................................................... 00700 - 32

15.4 Determinations by the Director-DCD: ....................................................................................................................... 00700 - 32

15.5 Supplements to AAA Arbitration: ............................................................................................................................... 00700 - 33

15.6 Interest on a Judgment; Payment of Judgment: ........................................................................................................ 00700 - 33

15.7 Venue; Flow-Through Provision: ............................................................................................................................... 00700 - 33

SECTION 00800 SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS ....................................................................................................... 00800 - 1

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS PROVIDED BY PSC

SECTION 01310 PROGRESS SCHEDULE ........................................................................................................................ 01310 - 1

011000 SUMMARY

012000 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

013000 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

013300 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

016000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

017000 EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

017419 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL (ATTACHED FORMS CWM-1 THRU 8)

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

03 10 00 CONCRETE FORMING & ACCESSORIES

03 20 00 CONCRETE REINFORCING

03 30 00 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

03 35 00 CONCRETE FINISHING

03 39 00 CONCRETE CURING

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

04 05 13 MASONRY MORTARING

04 05 16 MASONRY GROUTING

04 20 00 UNIT MASONRY

DIVISION 05 – METALS

05 21 00 STEEL JOIST FRAMING

05 31 23 STEEL ROOF DECKING

05 50 00 METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 53 MISCELLANEOUS ROUGH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 01 50 MAINTENANCE OF ROOF

07 21 13 BOARD INSULATION

07 53 03 ELASTOMERIC MEMBRANE ROOFING - FULLY ADHERED

07 62 00 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING

07 90 00 JOINT PROTECTION

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS

08 12 13 STANDARD HOLLOW METAL FRAMES

08 13 13 STANDARD HOLLOW METAL DOORS

08 36 13 SECTIONAL DOORS

08 45 23 TRANSLUSCENT PANELS

08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE

08 91 00 LOUVERS

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DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

09 90 00 PAINTING AND COATING

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 44 00 FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALTIES

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 41 19 METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR – CONDITIONING (HVAC)

23 34 00 HVAC FANS

23 37 00 AIR OUTLETS AND INLETS

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 GENERAL ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

26 05 02 MINOR ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION

26 05 03 EQUIPMENT WIRING

26 05 19 CONDUCTORS CABLES

26 05 26 GROUNDING BONDING

26 05 29 HANGERS SUPPORTS

26 05 33 RACEWAY BOXES

26 05 53 ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION

26 09 23 LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES

26 24 16 PANELBOARD

26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES

26 28 13 FUSES

26 28 19 ENCLOSED SWITCHES

26 28 23 ENCLOSED CIRCUIT BREAKERS

26 29 13 ENCLOSED CONTROLLERS

26 29 16 ENCLOSED CONTACTORS

26 41 13 LIGHTNING PROTECTION

26 51 00 INTERIOR LIGHTING

26 52 00 EMERGENCY LIGHTING

26 56 00 EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 05 13 SOILS FOR EARTHWORK

31 05 16 AGGREGATES FOR EARTHWORK

31 10 00 SITE CLEARING

31 22 13 ROUGH GRADING

31 23 16 EXCAVATION

31 23 17 TRENCHING

31 23 18 ROCK REMOVAL

31 23 19 DEWATERING

31 23 23 FILL

31 25 13 EROSION CONTROLS

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 11 23 AGGREGATE BASE COURSES

32 13 13 CONCRETE PAVING

32 31 13 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

32 91 19 LANDSCAPE GRADING

32 92 19 SEEDING

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

33 05 13 MANHOLES AND STRUCTURES

33 41 00 STORM UTILITY DRAINAGE PIPING

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DRAWINGS - BOUND SEPARATELY

TITLE SHEETS THRU

GENERAL G001 THRU G003

CIVIL C001 THRU C504

STRUCTURAL S001 THRU S102

ARCHITECTURAL A101 THRU A601

HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING M001 THRU M101

ELECTRICAL E001 THRU E501

STATE OF MICHIGAN (DMVA) GLOSSARY

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SECTION 00020 GLOSSARY

1.1 Defined Terms:

1.1.1. The following terms or relative pronouns used in

Division 0 of the Specifications have these intent and meanings:

Activity− An element in the Progress Schedule establishing a requisite step, or the time and resources required, for completing the part of the Work associated with that Activity.

Addenda− Written instruments that are used by the Owner and/or Professional to incorporate interpretations or clarifications, modifications, and other information into the Bidding Documents. An Addendum issued after Bid opening to those Bidders who submitted a Bid, for the purpose of rebidding the Work without readvertising, is referred to as a post-Bid Addendum.

Agreement− The written agreement between the Owner and Contractor covering the Work to be furnished and performed.

Alternate− Refers to Work specified in the Bidding Documents for which the Bidder shall bid a Bid Price in the space provided in the Schedule of Alternates in Section 00300 Bid Form.

Apparent Low Bidder:- Those Bidders whose Base Bid, when added to those specific Alternates the Owner intends to accept, yields the three lowest sums of Base Bid and Alternates. Additional Bidders may be considered Apparent Low Bidders if their Base Bid, when added to those specific Alternates the Owner intends to accept, yields a sum within 10% of the lowest of the Apparent Low Bidder’s sum. If a qualified disabled veteran meets the requirements of the contract solicitation and with the veteran’s preference is the lowest Bidder is considered the Apparent Low Bidder.

Archaeological Feature− Any prehistoric or historic deposit of archaeological value, as determined by a representative of a State agency that is duly authorized to evaluate such findings and render such judgments. An Archaeological Feature deposit may include, but is not limited to Indian habitations, ceremonial sites, abandoned settlements, treasure trove, artifacts, or other objects with intrinsic archaeological value and that relate to the history and culture of the State of Michigan.

As-Planned Schedule− The Contractor’s Revision 0 Progress Schedule returned to the Contractor as "Resubmittal Not Required," with or without comments or objections noted.

Authorized Technical Data− Information and data contained in a report of exploration and tests of subsurface conditions that are expressly designated in paragraph 2.0 of Section 00210 Information for Bidders. Also, any physical data (dimension, location, conditions, etc.) contained in those drawings of physical conditions of existing surface and subsurface facilities identified in paragraph 3.0 of Section 00210 Information for Bidders.

Bar Chart Schedule− Activity schedule, in a bar chart format, that accounts for the entire Work at a level of detail commensurate with the Progress Schedule requirements of the Contract Documents.

STATE OF MICHIGAN MODEL

Developed from FORMSPEC Michigan Model.

Bid− Written offer by a Bidder for the Work, as specified, which designates the Bidder’s Base Bid and Bid Prices for all Alternates. The term Bid includes a Rebid.

Bidder− The Person acting directly, or through an authorized representative, who submits a Bid directly to the Owner.

Bidding Documents− The proposed Contract Documents as advertised, and all Addenda issued before Bid opening, and after Bid opening, if the Work is rebid without readvertising.

Bid Price− The Bidder's price for a lump sum item of Work, or the product of the Bidder's unit price for an item of Unit Price Work times the quantity given on the Bid Form for that item.

Bid Security− A security serving as a guarantee that the Bidder will conform to all conditions requisite for its return or as liquidated damages in the event of failure or refusal to conform.

Bidding Requirements− The Advertisement, Instructions to Bidders (including Attachment A), Supplementary Instructions, Information for Bidders, Bid Form, Bid Form Attachments and Qualification Submittals, as advertised and as modified by Addenda, and any other Section included within Division 0 of the Bidding Documents for the purpose of governing bidding and award of the Contract.

*AD Board− The Administrative Board of the State of Michigan.

Bonds− Section 00310 Bid Bond, Section 00610 Performance Bond and Section 00620 Payment Bond are security furnished by the Contractor, as required by the Contract Documents.

Business Day− Any Day except Saturdays, Sundays and holidays observed by the Owner.

Bulletin− A standard DTMB or other PSC form used by the PSC & Owner to describe a change in the Work under consideration by the Owner and to request the Contractor to submit a proposal for the corresponding adjustment in Contract Price and/or Contract Time, if any.

Calendar Day− Every day shown on the calendar, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays included.

Cash Allowance− An Owner-specified sum included within the Contract Price to reimburse the Contractor for the actual purchase/furnished cost of materials and/or equipment or other designated items, as specifically provided in the Contract Documents. Although the scope (e.g., the required quantity) of any Work covered by a Cash Allowance is sufficiently

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detailed in the Contract Documents for the purposes of bidding the required labor costs, Subcontract costs, construction equipment costs and general conditions costs and Fee, it is understood that the required materials, equipment or other designated items are of uncertain purchase cost at the time of Bid or are yet to be specified in more detail by the Professional as to quality, appearance, durability, finish and such other necessary features affecting purchase price.

Change Authorization− A written order issued and signed by the Professional, which directs changes in the Work that require no adjustment in Contract Price or Contract Time, or which allows for variations in the quantities of Unit Price Work.

Change Order− A written order issued and signed by the Owner, which amends the Contract Documents for changes in the Work or an adjustment in Contract Price and/or Contract Time, or both.

Construction Mechanic− A skilled or unskilled mechanic, laborer, worker, helper, assistant, or apprentice working on a state project but shall not include executive, administrative, professional, office, or custodial employees

Contact Person− Individual in the employ of the Professional or the Owner who is designated as the sole point of contact for prospective Bidders for requests or inquiries concerning the Work and/or the Bidding Documents.

Contract− Refer to the definition in paragraph 1.1 of Section 00500 Agreement. The term “Contract” encompasses the legal obligations of the Owner and Contractor, as defined by the Contract Documents.

Contract Award− The official action of the Board, the Director-SFA or the Director-DCD awarding the Contract to the Contractor.

Contract Documents− Those documents itemized or designated in paragraphs 2.2 through 2.4 of Section 00500 Agreement.

Contract Float− Calendar Days between the Contractor's anticipated date for early completion of the Work, or of a specified portion of the Work, if any, and the corresponding Contract Time.

Contract Price− The Contract price for the Work, or a designated portion of the Work, as designated in Section 00500 Agreement or elsewhere in the Contract Documents, is the total compensation, including authorized adjustments, payable by the Owner to the Contractor (subject to provisions for Unit Price Work).

Contract Times− The Contract Times for the entire Work are the periods allowed, including authorized adjustments, for Substantial Completion and final completion of the Work. The Contract Times for a designated portion of the Work are the periods allowed for Substantial Completion and final completion of any such portion of the Work, as specified in the Contract Documents.

Contractor− Person named "the Contractor" in Section 00500 Agreement with whom the Owner has entered into the Contract.

Correction Period− The period during which the Contractor shall, in accordance with the Contract Documents, (a) correct or, if rejected, remove, and replace Defective Work, and (b) maintain warranties for materials and equipment in full force and effect.

Cost of the Work Involved− The sum of all costs that would be, or were, necessarily incurred by the Contractor in providing any Work Involved with the related change, less the costs that would be, or would have been, incurred by the Contractor to provide such Work without the related change.

CPM Schedule− Computerized, Activity-based Progress Schedule, using Critical Path Method (CPM) techniques, and accounting for the entire Work at a level of detail commensurate with the Progress Schedule requirements of the Contract Documents.

Critical Path Method (CPM)− The Critical Path Method of planning and scheduling. The term “Critical Path” denotes a sequence of Activities controlling achievement of a specified Contract Time.

Date of Commencement of the Contract Time− The date when the Contract Time starts to run.

Defective− An adjective which when referring to or when applied to the term “Work” refers to (a) Work not conforming to the Contract Documents or not meeting the requirements of any inspection, test, or approval, or (b) Work itemized in a Punch List which the Contractor fails to complete or correct within a reasonable time after issuance of the Punch List by the Professional.

Defective Work/Non-Compliance Notice – A DTMB-0499 form or equivalent issued to identify defective or non-compliant conditions requiring response and remedy by the Contractor.

Delay− Any act or omission or other event that in any manner adversely affects or alters the schedule, progress or completion of all or any part of the Work. Delay is a generic term intended to include deferral, stoppage, slow down, interruption and extended performance, and all related hindrance, rescheduling, disruption, interference, inefficiency and productivity and production losses.

*Department (DTMB)− Department of Technology, Management and Budget of the State of Michigan. Director is the Director of the Department.

Director-SFA- The Director of DTMB State Facilities Administration.

Director-DCD- The Director of DTMB State Facilities Administration, Design and Construction Division

Division− Each of the numbered, distinct parts (starting with Division 0) into which the Specifications are divided.

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Drawings− Part of the Contract Documents showing the Work.

Drawings shall neither serve nor be used as Shop Drawings.

Early (Late) Dates− Early (late) times of performance for the Activities.

Emergency− A condition affecting the safety or protection of persons, or the Work, or property at or adjacent to the site.

Fee for the Work Involved (Fee)− A negotiated, percentage mark-up on the Cost of the Work Involved which is allowed to the Contractor for (a) reasonable administrative costs, and (b) negotiated, reasonable profit on the Cost of the Work Involved.

General Requirements− Division 1 of the Specifications.

Hazardous Material− Asbestos, ACBMs, PCBs, petroleum products, such construction materials as paint thinners, solvents, gasoline, oil, etc., and any other like material the manufacture, use, treatment, storage, transportation, or disposal of which is regulated by federal, State, or local Laws governing the protection of public health, natural resources, or the environment.

State Facilities Administration- Entity in the Department of Technology, Management and Budget responsible for design, construction, and operations and maintenance of facilities and capital renewal.

State Facilities Administration Representative- Designated DTMB-SFA Design and Construction Division Project Director (a) Responsible for directing and supervising the Professional’s services during the period allowed for completion of the Work; and/or (b) Acting as representative for the Owner and for the enforcement of the Contract Documents, approving payment to the Contractor and coordinating the activities of the State, Owner, Professional and Contractor.

Law(s)− Means federal, state, and local statutes, ordinances, orders, rules and/or regulations.

MCL− The Michigan Compiled Laws of the State of Michigan.

Means and Methods− Includes means, methods, techniques, sequences and/or procedures applicable to the Work.

Notice of Award− Written notice accepting the Bid to the lowest responsive, responsible Bidder and designating the Contract Price (and establishing the Alternates accepted by the Owner).

Notice to Proceed− Written notice authorizing the Contractor to proceed with the Work, or a designated portion of the Work, and establishing the Date of Commencement of the Contract Time.

On-Site Inspection– The Professional’s on-site examination of the Contractor’s completed or in progress Work to determine and verify to the State Facilities Administration Representative that the quantity and quality of all Work is in accordance with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

Owner− The State of Michigan, named "the Owner" in Section 00500 Agreement, with whom the Contractor has entered into the Contract and for whom the Work is to be provided. The State of Michigan includes its departments, agencies, boards, commissions, officers, employees, and agents.

Partial Use− The use, by the Owner, of a designated portion of the Work before accomplishing Substantial Completion of the entire Work. Partial Use does not implicate or refer to Substantial Completion of the portion of the Work placed in use by the Owner.

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