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USMMA -KINGS POINT, NY TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 00 00 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 10 00 - SUMMARY

SECTION 01 31 46 - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL WORK

SECTION 01 40 00 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 77 00 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 78 23 - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

SECTION 01 78 39 - PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

SECTION 01 79 00 - DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

SECTION 01 91 13 - GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

SECTION 02 08 00 - ASBESTOS REMOVAL

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

SECTION 03 20 00 - CONCRETE REINFORCING

SECTION 03 30 00 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

SECTION 03 60 00 - GROUTING

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

SECTION 26 00 00 - GENERAL PROVISIONS FOR ELECTRICAL WORK

SECTION 26 05 13 - MEDIUM-VOLTAGE CABLE

SECTION 26 05 19 - WIRE AND CABLE (600 VOLTS)

SECTION 26 05 26 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 26 05 33 - RACEWAYS AND INSTALLATION COMPONENTS

SECTION 26 05 53 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 26 05 73 - OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICE COORDINATION STUDY

SECTION 26 09 13 - ELECTRICAL POWER MONITORING AND CONTROL

SECTION 26 12 19 - PAD-MOUNTED, LIQUID-FILLED, MEDIUM-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

SECTION 26 13 29 – MEDIUM VOLTAGE, PAD-MOUNTED SWITCHGEAR

SECTION 26 13 30 - MEDIUM VOLTAGE LOAD INTERRUPTER SWITCH REPLACEMENT

SECTION 26 24 16 - PANELBOARDS - LIGHTING AND DISTRIBUTION

SECTION 26 27 13 - ELECTRICITY METERING

SECTION 26 27 26 - WIRING DEVICES AND INSTALLATION COMPONENTS

END OF TABLE OF CONTENTS

May 2017

Project Manual

PROJECT NO. 6322

PROJECT TITLE: 15KV Electrical Infrastructure

Upgrade

DATE: May 1, 2017

US Merchant Marine Academy at

Kings Point New York

US Merchant Marine Academy 300 Steamboat Road

Kings Point, New York 11024-1699

Kallen & Lemelson, LLP 520 Eighth Avenue, 17th Floor New York, NY 10018 Tel.: (212) 643-9898

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USMMA -KINGS POINT, NY GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 00 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and Specifications and General Provisions of Contract

B. 01 10 00 “SUMMARY”

C. SECTION 013146 - SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL

WORK

D. 01 40 00 “QUALITY REQUIREMENTS”

E. 01 77 00 “CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES”

F. 01 78 23 “OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA”

G. 01 78 39 “PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS”

H. 01 79 00 “DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING”

I. 01 91 13 “GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS”

1.02 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

A. Limit use of premises to allow:

1. Owner occupancy.

2. Work by others and work by Owner.

3. Work sequence to allow use of premises.

B. Contractor shall clearly describe how their work will interfere with campus use and place and location of supporting equipment so that the USMMA can understand how the site access might be limited and for how long.

1.03 SCHEDULING

A. The work of this project will be performed in 365 consecutive calendar days.

B. Electrical Contractor is responsible for scheduling and coordination between all trades.

1.04 SCOPE OF WORK

A. The work to be done under the Contract, in accordance with the Contract Documents, consists of performing, installing, furnishing and supplying all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals necessary or convenient for the construction of USMMA 15KV Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade USMMA Project No. DTMA91C1600006 and carrying out all of the duties and obligations imposed upon the Contractor by the Contract Documents.

B. The main features of the work shall include, but not be limited to the following:

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1. Phasing: The project shall be phased so that no portion of the facility experiences interruption of services during normal business hours. A detailed scheduling and phasing sequence is provided on Drawing E-001 and consists of 8 distinct phases with multiple sub-phasing requirements.

2. Demolition, abatement and hazardous materials removals.

3. Provide structural support for new pre-fabricated utility building

4. Provide new pre-manufactured enclosure for the primary distribution board as described on drawings and in the specifications under Alternate#1

5. Disconnect and replace existing 13.2KV service and distribution switchboards.

6. Disconnect and replace existing pad mounted transformers where indicated on drawings.

7. Disconnect and replace existing 15KV feeders as indicated on drawings.

8. Coordinate all tasks required for equipment disconnection and removal with the utility company

1.05 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate scheduling, submittals, and work of various sections of specifications to ensure efficient and orderly sequence of installation.

B. Verify utility requirement characteristic of operating equipment are compatible with transformers and distribution equipment being provided.

C. Coordinate space requirements and installation of electrical and general construction work and indicated diagrammatically on drawings. Follow routing shown for conduits as closely as practicable.

1.06 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Establish elevations, lines, and levels and certify elevations and locations of the work conform to Contract Documents.

B. Verify field measurements are as indicated on shop drawings or as instructed by manufacturer.

1.07 NOTIFICATION OF SHUTDOWNS AND DELIVERIES

A. Except as otherwise expressly provided in the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall be responsible for submitting to the Consultant and USMMA, for their approval, a proposed schedule of all utility shutdowns and cutovers of all types which will be required to complete the Project; said schedule should contain a minimum of eight (8) weeks’ advance notice prior to the time of the proposed shutdown and cutover. The campus is in full operation 12 months of the year, and shutdowns and cutovers, depending upon their type, generally must be scheduled on weekends, at night, or during holiday periods. The contract consideration is deemed to include all necessary overtime and all premium time, if any, that is required by the Contractor to complete the shutdowns or cutovers

B. Contractor shall give two weeks’ notice prior for all deliveries.

1.08 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

A. In the event that the Contractor determines that some portion of the Drawings and Project Manual for the project requires clarification or interpretation by the Consultant, the Contractor shall submit a Request for Information (RFI) in writing to the Consultant. The Contractor shall

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create an RFI log in a format approved by the Consultant. Submit the RFI log to the consultant prior to each periodic Field Meeting. Update the RFI log to reflect comments received at the Field Meetings. The Contractor shall define the issue that requires clarification or interpretation in clear and concise language as follows:

1. The Contractor shall customize RFI forms and logs for this project and submit them to the Consultant for review and approval prior to submission of any RFIs.

2. Forms should include provisions for the Consultant’s response, Contractor acceptance of response or rephrasing of question, and the Consultant’s additional response if requested.

3. Forms should include provisions for locating the issue within the site, by building name or number and nearest site landmark.

4. RFIs shall confirm that reasonable locations for the information required have been reviewed and document those locations by specific references to the Drawings and Project Manual on the RFI.

5. The Contractor shall review the RFI for systemic or global implications, including review of other pending RFIs and work of other phases, so that the final RFI submitted represents a reasonable consolidation of similar requests.

6. The Contractor shall coordinate and review the RFIs originating from its trades, subcontractors, suppliers, manufacturers, etc. for compliance with this process, including polling them and meeting with them onsite to review the issue prior to its submission as an RFI. The Consultant may attend such meetings.

7. The RFI shall contain a description of what the Contractor believes to be the intent of the design documents, along with reasons why the RFI is required.

8. RFIs shall only be submitted on the approved forms.

9. RFIs that do not comply with the above requirements will be returned to the Contractor for revision and resubmission.

B. The Consultant will review all RFIs to determine whether they are RFIs within the meaning of this term as defined above. If the Consultant determines that the document submitted is not an RFI, it will be returned to the Contractor un-reviewed as to content, for resubmission in the proper manner and it will be removed from the RFI log.

C. The Consultant will respond to all RFIs within 10 business days of its receipt, unless the Consultant determines that a longer time is required for an adequate, coordinated response. If the longer response time is deemed necessary, the Consultant will notify the Contractor of that necessity and indicate when the response will be completed within 10 business days of its original receipt.

D. Based on projects of similar complexity, it is anticipated that there may be up to 50 RFIs on this project and that multiple responses may be required to adequately answer each RFI.

E. Responses to RFIs shall not change any requirements of the documents.

1.09 SPECIAL PROJECT SCHEDULE/PHASING

A. The Contractor shall be permitted to start field-work subject to the following.

B. Provide onsite the approved superintendent who has documented experience on three (3) other projects of similar size and scope where superintendent effectively lead and managed crews of the size required to perform the similar work, planned and implemented a similar sequence of work that minimized the impact to campus/building occupants and deployed and managed the workers required to meet the schedule and the specified level of quality for the completed similar work.

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C. Demonstrate that all materials required for the complete performance of the proposed field work are on site, inspected, inventoried and deemed readily available for installation of the work.

D. Provide a sequenced, summary list of field activities related to the transfer of the work areas from the campus to the contractor and related mobilization activities. Include those related to posting and notification to campus, erection of temporary signage for code, directional and informational purposes, and other activities required to facilitate the start-up of construction activities. Review the list with the campus and the consultant and modify it to incorporate their comments. Follow the sequence of the approved list during field activities.

E. Phasing: The project shall be phased so that no portion of the facility experiences interruption of services during normal business hours. A detailed scheduling and phasing sequence is provided on Drawing E001 and consists of 8 distinct phases with multiple sub-phasing requirements

1. In order to assist the Contractor in the planning and scheduling of construction activities, the documents have diagrams, drawings and narratives depicting a preferred sequence for closing off portions of the campus and for performing and completing portions of the work. The preferred sequence provides for continuity of campus operations and describes certain work necessary for continuity of campus operations. Provide all sequencing and phasing that may not be specifically indicated on the phasing documents but is reasonably inferable from the way the campus operates. The Contractor may propose alternative construction phasing, provided such phasing satisfies the requirement of continuous campus operation.

2. The Contractor shall schedule the Work for expeditious completion. The proposed schedule must be established in cooperation with the Campus and account for Campus calendar restrictions, as established with the Campus during the project kick-off meeting, that affect the Contractor’s access to the work areas and construction activities. At each periodic meeting, the Time Progress Schedule shall be reviewed for compliance with phasing requirements. Revise and update the Time Progress Schedule to properly depict the work required to maintain continuity of campus operations.

3. First phases of work shall include appropriate time in the schedule for: (1) understanding Campus operations, training crews, acclimating trades and Campus to sequence and apportionment of activities; (2) additional meetings with the Owner, consultant and the Contractor’s principals, project manager and those of its significant subcontractors; (3) re-sequencing activities to recover from start-up delays in the progressive operation of interrelated work and (4) other activities commonly associated with the start-up of field work.

4. Academic Calendar: The Contractor is advised that the Campus intends to maintain a full institutional program throughout the Project duration. The Campus will make continuous use of adjacent spaces, buildings and site, except where work is scheduled or specified to occur. All Contract work must be scheduled and performed without causing unscheduled interruption of the normal institutional activities and processes. The Contractor shall coordinate his work with the Campus Calendar, and No Utility shutdowns will be permitted during Registration, Study Periods, Exam Periods, or Commencement or any other activity identified by the Campus.

5. The work site will be available to begin construction immediately upon Notice to Proceed however, the Contractor or any person in the employ or hired to perform work for the project shall not be allowed to commence work on site until appropriate security requirements have been met and completed to the satisfaction of the Campus. The following working hours on the campus and constraints shall be followed:

a. 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM for any work identified in the Sequence of Work Matrix on drawing number E-001 excluding work that creates noise and interferes with

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Campus activities. Work that interferes with Campus activities shall be accomplished either 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM Monday through Friday or on the weekends as stated below.

b. 8:00 PM to 6:00 AM for work that creates noise or interferes with Campus activities and as identified in the Sequence of Work Matrix on drawing number E-

c. 8:00 PM on Friday to 11:59 PM on Sunday for all other work which cannot be performed during the hours as described above work that creates noise and/or interferes with Campus activities as identified in the Sequence of Work Matrix on drawing number E-001

6. Access to the work area for any work and for punch list items shall be restricted and shall comply with the following:

a. Methods of performing work shall not hinder or disrupt the Campus’ occupancy, reduce Campus provided levels of safety, cleanliness and ambient environmental conditions and affect building systems, services, and utilities serving the building unless, upon completion of each shift’s work that is performed outside of normal Campus work hours, the Contractor provides cleaning to return the work areas to a similar level of cleanliness as normally provided by the Campus, returns spaces to their normal ambient environmental conditions and restores building systems, services, and utilities serving the occupancy.

b. No material or equipment shall remain inside the building unless in the active use and control of Contractor personnel.

c. The Contractor shall provide all utility relocations and re-routings necessary to maintain the existing utilities at their current level of service, including limiting their shutdowns for tie-ins and cutovers to those periods specified. All new work shall be in place, tested and accepted prior to performing a shutdown for the required tie in.

1) Contractor’s Coordination with the utility company

a) The Contractor shall coordinate and cooperate with utility company, including scheduling the work of other trades to sequence with the work schedule required by the utility company.

b) The Contractor shall pay all costs associated with the work of the utility company for disconnection and removal of their services, including staged shutdown and any required removal of existing service installation.

c) The Contractor shall accept the form of contract proposed by the utility company without exception.

d) The Contractor shall provide any riders, amendments, etc. to its own insurance policies that it deems proper to cover the work of utility company or to cover other liabilities that may arise from the contractor’s relationship with the utility company on this project.

e) The Contractor shall provide prompt payments to utility company as required to advance their work.

f) This project includes work to be performed by the following utility company:

g) Hassan, Brian Contact Brian.hassan@PSEG.com, 516-817 3881

h) PSEG Long Island.

d. Contractor’s work shall be carried out so as to maintain a safe condition for usage of the campus.

7. Time Delay Allowance: the base bid contract duration to perform the work specified shall include not less than twenty (20) consecutive and/or non-consecutive eight hour working

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days in the Time Progress Schedule for delays that are of no fault of the Contractor or any of its subcontractors or suppliers, or caused by events or conditions that could not be reasonably anticipated. Provide notice of delay and request use of this time allowance.

When approved by Consultant, the time allowance is expended for each work day that the contractor is unable to work and all delay time used is tracked in the Time Progress Schedule.

1.10 PRECONSTRUCTION, SITE MOBILIZATION AND PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. USMMA will schedule preconstruction meeting after Notice of Award for affected parties.

B. When required in individual specification section or as required to properly coordinate the work, convene pre-installation meeting at project site prior to commencing work of section.

1.11 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the work as instructed by USMMA or on bi-weekly basis.

B. Electrical Contractor will preside at meetings, record minutes, and distribute copies within two days.

1.12 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Submit form to identify the Project, Contractor, Subcontractor, or supplier and pertinent Contract Document references.

B. Apply contractor’s stamp, signed or initialed, certifying that review, verification of product required, field dimensions, adjacent construction work, and coordination of information is in accordance with requirements of the work and Contract Documents.

C. Identify variations from Contract Documents and Product or system limitations which may be detrimental to successful performance of completed work.

D. Revise and resubmit submittal as required; identify changes made since previous submittal.

1.13 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULES

A. Submit initial progress schedule in duplicate within 15 days after the date established in Notice to Proceed for Engineer review.

B. Project Schedule shall include the following:

1. The Contractor shall prepare a construction progress schedule which shall consist of a

Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule as described below and shall incorporate the Schedule Summary Activities and Milestone Dates as indicated below.

2. The development and updating of the Construction Progress Schedule shall be by the critical path method (CPM)

3. The CPM Schedule shall consist of time-scaled logic diagrams. The diagrams shall show activities of the project in detail and in summary format. Diagrams shall also show the order and interdependence of activities and the sequence in which the Work is to be accomplished, incorporating the schedule summary activities and milestone dates indicated below

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4. In addition to construction activities the CPM schedule shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

a. Testing activities / required inspections (where applicable).

b. Shop drawing preparation and approval activities. Package and schedule submission of shop drawings in sequence with the procurement schedule to spread submittal review periods out over the greatest time period practical.

c. Procurement schedule (order dates, fabrication, deliveries, and long lead).

d. Special Campus restrictions, i.e., Campus approvals for work site access, shutdowns and other impacts (noise/ testing & examination/ site and building access etc.).

e. Requirements for any on site shutdowns that may impact work.

f. Training and/or instruction of campus personnel.

g. Commissioning of major systems including pre-functional testing, startup, functional testing, operational scenario testing and retesting as required.

h. Periodic meetings on construction fire safety with the Campus and other interested parties.

5. A Summary Schedule of the entire work of the Contract shall be provided.

6. Initial phases of work shall include time in the schedule for training crews, acclimating trades to the sequence and apportionment of activities, additional meetings with the owner, Consultant, Contractor and the significant subcontractors, and re-sequencing activities to recover from start-up delays typically caused by normal activities associated with the start-up of field work.

7. Submission and review of the schedule shall be as follows:

a. The Schedule shall be revised by the Contractor until it is satisfactory to USMMA and the Consultant, and the same shall be periodically revised thereafter and submitted by the Contractor to USMMA and the Consultant for acceptance at such time or times USMMA or the Consultant may request.

b. Whether or not the Consultant and USMMA have accepted the Project Schedule, the Schedule of Record shall be updated monthly (30 days) and shall be submitted along with the Contractor’s application for payment.

8. Milestone Start and Finish Dates & Summary Activities

a. Notice to Proceed (Milestone Date)

b. Mobilization

c. Environmental & Abatement

d. Site Preparation

e. Rough-In & Major Equipment Installation

f. Testing, Training & Commissioning

g. Substantial Completion

h. Start of Guarantee Period

i. Final Completion - All punch list/outstanding items satisfied (Milestone Date)

j. Other milestones as may be required by USMMA, the Consultant or the

Contractors.

C. Submit revised schedules each Application for payment, identifying changes since previous version. Indicate estimated percentage of completion for each item of work at each submission.

1.14 PROPOSED PRODUCTS LIST

A. Within 15 days after date of Notice to Proceed, submit list of major products proposed for use, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

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1.15 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Shop Drawings:

1. Within 15 days after date of Notice to Proceed, submit a list of shop drawings to be submitted and date upon which each shop drawing will be submitted.

2. Submitted to Engineer for review for limited purposes of checking for conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

3. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with SUBMITTAL

PROCEDURES article and for record documents purposes as specified.

B. When required by individual specification sections, provide shop drawings signed and sealed by professional engineer responsible for designing components shown on shop drawings.

1. Include signed and sealed calculations to support design.

2. Submit drawings and calculations in form suitable for submission to and approval by authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Make revisions and provide additional information when required by authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Submit number of opaque reproductions Contractor requires, plus three copies which will be retained by Engineer.

D. All Contractors must submit shop drawings according to the following criteria:

1. Drawings must show field conditions, and how the product/s will be constructed within the field condition.

2. Provide shop drawings using a minimum scale of 1/4” = 1’-0” for plans, and 1-1/2” = 1’-

0” for detailed drawings.

3. Shop drawings must show name of project, project number, date submitted and

Contractor’s information.

1.16 AS-BUILTS DRAWINGS

A. All Contractors must submit as-built drawings according to the following criteria:

1. As-built drawings must be submitted to the Engineer within two week after project completion.

2. As-built drawings must show all changes made in specifications and construction drawings during the construction process.

3. Drawings must show exact dimensions, field conditions and work completed under the

Contract.

4. Provide as-built drawings using a minimum scale of 1/4” = 1’-0” for plans, and 1-1/2” =

1’-0” for detailed drawings.

5. All Contractors must provide as-built drawing in CAD format in addition to two full paper sets on reproducible media.

1.17 REFERENCES

A. Conform to reference standards by date of issue current as of date of Contract Documents.

B. When specified reference standard conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Engineer/Architect before proceeding.

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1.18 LABELING

A. Attach label from agency approved by authority having jurisdiction for products, assemblies, and systems required to be labeled by applicable code.

B. Label Information: Include manufacturer's or fabricator's identification, approved agency identification, and the following information, as applicable, on each label.

1. Model number.

2. Serial number.

3. Performance characteristics.

1.19 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:

A. The work under this project will be in full compliance with NYS Building Codes and rules, regulations and codes of other city and state agencies having jurisdiction.

B. Each Contractor will obtain all permits that are required by the local, city and state agencies having jurisdiction.

1.20 MANUFACTURER’S FIELD SERVICES AND REPORTS

A. When specified in individual specification section, requires material or Product suppliers or manufacturers to finish qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions and to initiate instructions when necessary.

B. Report observations and site decisions or instructions that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturer’s written instructions.

1.21 EXAMINATION

A. Verify existing site conditions and substrate surfaces are acceptable for subsequent Work.

Beginning new Work means acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Verify utility services are available, of correct characteristics, and in correct location.

1.22 TEMPORARY ELECTRICITY

A. Contractor to coordinate with the PSEG Long Island and provide power source.

B. Provide temporary electricity and power outlets for construction operations, connections, branch wiring, distribution boxes, and flexible power cords as required. Do not disrupt Owner's need for continuous service.

C. Provide temporary electricity for buildings and site when work operation will cause a loss of normal power.

D. Provide power and lighting for onsite construction trailer.

1.23 TEMPORARY LIGHTING FOR CONSTRUCTION PURPOSES

A. Provide and maintain temporary lighting for construction operations.

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B. Provide branch wiring from power source to distribution boxes with lighting conductors, pigtails, and lamps as required.

C. Permanent building lighting may not be utilized during construction. Repair, clean, and replace lamps at end of construction.

1.24 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Provide portable toilet facilities for use by contractors and sub-contractors workers.

B. Clean and maintain required facilities and enclosures. Existing campus facilities may not be used.

C. Maintain in clean and sanitary condition.

1.25 FIELD OFFICES AND SHEDS

A. Contractor shall provide a construction trailer to be located on site at a location designated by the

USMMA.

B. Contractor will provide space for Project meetings within the construction trailer.

1.26 PARKING

A. No parking spaces on campus are available for construction personnel. Each contractor shall make his own arrangement for parking off site.

1.27 PROGRESS CLEANING AND WASTE REMOVAL

A. Contractor is responsible for providing and maintaining dumpsters and removing all debris, rubbish and waste materials from the Facility’s property unless otherwise specified.

B. All removals must be located within the staging area unless otherwise specified. Dumpster may remain outside overnight.

C. Each Contractor is responsible for collecting and maintaining areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in clean and orderly condition.

D. Each Contractor must deposit their own debris, rubbish and waste materials in dumpsters

1.28 FIRE PREVENTION FACILITIES

A. Smoking is not permitted anywhere within the Campus.

B. Establish fire watch for cutting and welding and other hazardous operations capable of starting fires. Maintain fire watch before, during, and after hazardous operations until threat of fire does not exist.

C. Portable Fire Extinguishers: NFPA 10; 10 pound capacity, 4A-60B: C UL rating.

1. The GC Contractor must provide two fire extinguishers at the construction site.

D. USMMA will notify Fire Department of all fire protection system shutdowns in the construction area.

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E. Contractor shall perform fire watches for non-working hours.

1.29 BARRIERS AND FENCING

A. Provide barriers to provide safe conditions and to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage.

1.30 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED WORK

A. Protect installed Work and provide special protection where required.

1.31 SECURITY

A. Provide security and facilities to protect Work and existing facilities, and Owner's operations from unauthorized entry, vandalism, or theft.

1.32 POLLUTION AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL

A. Provide methods, means, and facilities to prevent contamination of soil, water, and atmosphere from discharge of noxious, toxic substances, and pollutants produced by construction operations.

B. Provide dust control, noise control, pest control and rodent control to allow for proper execution of the Work.

1.33 REMOVAL OF UTILITIES, FACILITIES, AND CONTROLS

A. Remove temporary utilities, equipment, facilities, materials, prior to Substantial Completion, Final Application for Payment review.

B. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work.

C. Restore existing facilities used during construction to original condition. Restore permanent facilities used during construction to specified condition.

1.34 PRODUCTS

A. Products: Means new material, machinery, components, equipment, fixtures, and systems forming the Work, but does not include machinery and equipment used for preparation, fabrication, conveying and erection of the Work. Products may also include existing materials or components specifically identified for reuse.

B. Do not use materials and equipment removed from existing premises, except as specifically identified or allowed by the Contract Documents

C. Provide interchangeable components of same manufacture for components being replaced.

1.35 DELIVERY, HANDLING, STORAGE, AND PROTECTION

A. Deliver, handle, store, and protect Products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

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1.36 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Any Product meeting those standards or description.

B. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers: Products of manufacturers named and meeting specifications, no options or substitutions allowed.

C. Products Specified by Naming One or More Manufacturers with Provision for Substitutions:

Submit request for substitution for manufacturers not named.

1.37 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Instructions to Bidders specify time for submitting requests for Substitutions during bidding period to requirements specified in this section. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed Substitution with Contract Documents. Submit three copies of request for Substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed Substitution

1.38 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Submit written certification Contract Documents have been reviewed, Work has been inspected, and Work is complete in accordance with Contract Documents and ready for Architect/Engineer's inspection.

B. Submit final Application for Payment identifying total adjusted Contract Sum/Price, previous payments, and amount remaining due.

1.39 FINAL CLEANING

A. Execute final cleaning prior to final inspection.

B. Clean interior and exterior surfaces exposed to view.

C. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from site.

1.40 STARTING OF SYSTEMS

A. Ensure each piece of equipment or system is ready for operation.

B. Execute start-up under supervision of responsible persons in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

C. Submit written report stating equipment or system has been properly installed and is functioning correctly.

1.41 DEMONSTRATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

A. Demonstrate operation and maintenance of Products to Owner's personnel two weeks prior to date of Substantial Completion.

B. Demonstrate start-up, operation, control, adjustment, trouble-shooting, servicing, maintenance, and shutdown of each item of equipment at scheduled times, at equipment designated location.

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1.42 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING

A. Adjust operating products and equipment to ensure smooth and unhindered operation.

B. Re-testing required because of non-conformance to specified requirements will be charged to Contractor.

1.43 PROTECTING INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed products. Control activity in immediate work area to prevent damage.

B. Protect site and landscaping from traffic, dirt, wear, damage, or movement of heavy objects, by protecting with durable sheet materials.

1.44 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain on site one set of Contract Documents to be utilized for record documents.

B. Record actual revisions to the Work. Record information concurrent with construction progress.

C. Specifications: Legibly mark and record at each Product section description of actual Products installed.

D. Record Documents and Shop Drawings: Legibly mark each item to record actual construction.

E. Submit documents to Engineer with claim for final Application for Payment.

1.45 SPARE PARTS AND MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Provide Products, spare parts, maintenance and extra materials in quantities specified in individual specification sections.

B. Deliver to Project site and place in location as directed by USMMA engineering obtain receipt prior to final payment.

1.46 WARRANTIES

A. Provide duplicate notarized copies. Execute and assemble transferable warranty documents from subcontractors, suppliers, and manufacturers. Submit prior to final Application for Payment.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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USMMA -KINGS POINT, NY SUMMARY

SECTION 01 10 00

SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Contractors Use of the Premises

4. Coordination with occupants.

5. Work restrictions.

6. Miscellaneous provisions.

7. Owner-furnished products.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 00 00 "GENERAL REQUIREMENTS" .

1.03 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: USMMA 15KV Electrical Infrastructure Upgrade USMMA Project No.

DTMA91C1600006

1. Project Location: 300 Steamboat Road, Kings Point, NY 11024-1699.

B. Owner: US Merchant Marine Academy.

1. Owner's Representative: Edward Kaja, P.E.

C. Engineer/Consultant: Kallen & Lemelson, Consulting Engineers, LLP, 520 Eighth Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10018; (212) 643-9898.

1.04 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of Project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of the following:

1. The work of project consists of a new medium voltage service and distribution switchboard replacements and the replacement of existing 15KV feeders thought the campus as indicated on drawings. As part of the project a new enclosure for the switchgear will be provided on an expanded concrete pad.

B. Type of Contract:

1. Project will be constructed under a single contract. Contract for this Project includes the following:

a. Electrical Work.

1) List of Drawings – See Drawing T-1

b. General Contractor Work

1) List of Drawings – See Drawing T-1

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1.05 CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

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

B. Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to work in areas within the Contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limits: Confine construction operations to the areas indicated on the drawings.

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

a. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

C. Existing Condition: Maintain portions of existing building(s) affected by construction operations in a watertight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

1.06 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

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

1. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Owner and approval of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Notify Owner not less than 48 hours in advance of activities that will affect Owner's operations.

1.07 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Work Restrictions, General: Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

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

B. Comply with restrictions as listed in Section 01 00 00

C. Employee Identification: Owner will provide identification tags for Contractor personnel working on Project site. Require personnel to use identification tags at all times.

1.08 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. US Merchant Marine Academy Rules & Regulations for Contractors working on site.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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USMMA -KINGS POINT, NY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR M/E WORK

SECTION 01 31 46

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL WORK

TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE №

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

1.02 DEFINITIONS

1.03 CODES AND STANDARDS

1.04 INTENT

1.05 DRAWINGS

1.06 INTERPRETATION OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

1.07 VISITING THE SITE

1.08 SEPARATION OF WORK BETWEEN THE TRADES

1.09 EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

1.10 SHOP DRAWINGS

1.11 RECORD DRAWINGS

1.12 LAWS, ORDINANCES, PERMITS AND FEES

1.13 INDEMNIFICATION

1.14 ORGANIZATION OF WORK

1.15 PROTECTION OF WORK AND PROPERTY

1.16 TEMPORARY OPENINGS

1.17 SHUTDOWNS

1.18 SCAFFOLDING, RIGGING, HOISTING

1.19 BASES AND SUPPORTS

1.20 SLEEVES, PIPE AND CONDUIT INSERTS AND ANCHOR BOLTS

1.21 ESCUTCHEONS

1.22 MANUFACTURERS' IDENTIFICATION

1.23 EQUIPMENT NAMEPLATES

1.24 TAGS AND CHARTS

1.25 TOOLS

1.26 QUIET OPERATION

1.27 RUBBISH REMOVAL

1.28 DELIVERY OF MATERIAL

1.29 CUTTING AND PATCHING (IN EXISTING CONSTRUCTION)

1.30 ALTERATIONS

1.31 EXCAVATION AND BACKFILL

1.32 GRADING

1.33 PAINTING

1.34 LUBRICATION

1.35 TESTS

1.36 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1.37 INSTRUCTION OF OWNER'S PERSONNEL

1.38 GUARANTEE

1.39 OPERATION PRIOR TO COMPLETION

1.40 SEMI-FINAL AND FINAL SITE VISITS FOR OBSERVATION

PART 2 - PRODUCTS - (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 INSTALLATION OF EQUIPMENT

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. This Section is coordinate with and complementary to the General Conditions, wherever applicable to Mechanical and Electrical Work.

B. Where items of the General Conditions are repeated in this Section of the Specifications, it is intended to qualify or to call particular attention to them; it is not intended that any other parts of the General Conditions shall be assumed to be omitted if not repeated herein.

C. This Section applies equally and specifically to all Contractors and Subcontractors supplying labor and/or equipment and/or materials as required under the Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Sprinkler and Electrical Sections of the Specifications.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. "The Contractor" or "Each Contractor" means specifically, the Contractor or Subcontractor working under his respective Section (Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning, Plumbing, Sprinkler or Electrical) of this Specification.

B. "Provide" means to supply, erect, install, and connect up in complete readiness for regular operation, the particular work referred to.

C. "Furnish" means to supply and deliver to the job.

D. "Piping" includes, in addition to pipe, all fittings, valves, hangers, and other accessories related to such piping.

E. "Concealed" means hidden from sight as in chases, furred spaces, shafts, hung ceilings, or embedded in construction.

F. "Exposed" means "not concealed" as defined above. Work in trenches, crawl spaces, and tunnels shall be considered "exposed" unless otherwise specifically noted. Work located in mechanical rooms, accessible attics, open storage rooms, janitor’s closets, on the roof or anywhere outdoors shall be considered “exposed”.

G. "Approved equal" means any equipment or material which, in the opinion of the Architect, is equal in quality, durability, appearance, strength, design, performance, physical dimensions, and arrangement to the equipment or material specified, and will function adequately in accordance with the general design.

H. "Governmental" means all municipal, state and federal governmental agencies.

I. Where any device or part of equipment is herein referred to in the singular number (such as "the pump"), such reference shall be deemed to apply to as many such devices as are required to complete the installation as shown on the Drawings.

J. "HVAC" means Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning.

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K. "Plumbing Contractor" means the Contractor doing Plumbing and Fire Protection Work including Sprinkler Work.

1.03 CODES AND STANDARDS

A. New York State Mechanical Code

B. N.Y. State Uniform Fire Prevention and Building Code

C. NFPA National Fire Protection Association

D. ASME American Society of Mechanical Engineers

E. ANSI American National Standards Institute

F. ASTM American Society for Testing Materials

G. AWWA American Water Works Association

H. IBR Institute of Boiler and Radiator Manufacturers

I. NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

J. ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers

K. SMACNA Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc.

L. ARI Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute

M. UL Underwriters' Laboratories

N. AMCA Air Moving and Conditioning Association

O. ADC Air Diffusion Council

P. AABC Associated Air Balance Council

Q. Local Water Company Rules and Regulations

1.04 INTENT

A. It is the intention of the Specifications and Drawings to call for finished work, tested, and ready for operation. All materials, equipment, and apparatus shall be new and of first-class quality.

B. Any apparatus, appliance, material, or work not shown on Drawings, but mentioned in the Specifications, or vice versa, or any incidental accessories, or minor details not shown but necessary to make the work complete and perfect in all respects and ready for operation, even if not particularly specified, shall be provided without additional expense to the Owner.

1.05 DRAWINGS

A. The Drawings are generally diagrammatic and are intended to convey the scope of work and indicate general arrangement of equipment; ducts, conduits, piping, and fixtures.

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B. The locations of all items shown on the Drawings or called for in the Specifications that are not definitely fixed by dimensions are approximate only. The exact locations necessary to secure the best conditions and results must be determined at the project and shall have the approval of the Architect before being installed. Do not scale Drawings.

C. Follow Drawings in laying out work and check Drawings of other trades to verify spaces in which work will be installed. Maintain maximum headroom and space conditions at all points. Where headroom and space conditions appear inadequate, Architect shall be notified before proceeding with installation.

D. If directed by the Architect, without extra charge, make reasonable modifications in the layout as needed to prevent conflict with work of other trades or for proper execution of the work.

E. Piping or ductwork connected to equipment may require different size connection than indicated on the Drawings. The Contractor shall provide transition pieces as required at the equipment.

1.06 INTERPRETATION OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. Any questions or disagreements arising as to the true intent of this Specification or the Drawings or the kind and quality of work required thereby shall be decided by the Architect, whose interpretations thereof shall be final, conclusive, and binding on all parties.

B. In case of disagreement between Drawings and Specifications, or within either document itself, the better quality, greater quantity or more costly work shall be included in the Bid Price and the matter referred to the Architect's attention for decision and/or adjustment prior to the Contractor’s submission of their Bid. If such ambiguity is identified by the Contractor during construction (after bid period), then the Architect shall be consulted merely to decide on the proper technical approach; the more costly work’s value shall be included.

C. Maintain an awareness to avoid space conflict with other trades.

D. Purchase the equipment and material required in accordance with field measurements taken at the proper time during the construction progress.

1.07 VISITING THE SITE

A. Before submitting the final proposal, examine the site of the proposed work to determine the existing conditions that may affect the work, as this Section will be held responsible for any assumptions in regard.

1.08 SEPARATION OF WORK BETWEEN THE TRADES

A. The specifications and drawings describe in detail the work included for each trade. The following summary is an outline of the work to be "Provided," "Furnished" or "Installed" by each of the trades included in the contract, i.e., General Contractor, Plumbing, Sprinkler, HVAC and Electrical.

B. In the absence of more detailed information, consider the list as specific instructions to include such work in the named contract.

C. Abbreviations are as follows:

1. "Oth" - Other than Electrical or Mechanical

2. "Plb" - Plumbing

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3. "Spr" - Sprinkler

4. "Htg" - Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning

5. "Elec" - Electrical

6. "f” - Furnished

7. "I" - Installed

8. "p" - Provided (Furnished and Installed)

Item Oth Plb Spr Htg Elec Remarks

Motors for HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection Equipment p p p

Motor Controls for HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection Equipment f f f I Specs and Drawings Delineate Detailed Exceptions

Power Wiring for HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection Equipment Motor Controls Alarms p Specs and Drawings Delineate Detailed Exceptions

Wiring for Mechanical Equipment, Motor Controls, Alarms p p p p Specs and Drawings Delineate in Detail the Work to Be Performed by Each Trade.

Temporary Light and Power p

Temporary Heat p

Temporary Water p

Temporary Toilets p

Temporary Fire Protection p

Hoisting p p p p p

Rigging p p p p p

Bracing of Building for Safe Rigging p p p p p

Cutting, Chasing and Patching p p p p p Cost Where Due to Late Installation or Improper Coordination of Work Is Responsibility of the Delinquent Trade

Framed Slots and Openings in Walls, Decks and Slabs p Includes Drilling of Holes When Required

Sleeves p p p p

Waterproof Sealing of Sleeves Through Waterproof Slabs, Decks and Walls p p p p

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Item Oth Plb Spr Htg Elec Remarks

Fireproof Sealing of Excess Openings in Slabs, Decks and Fire Rated Walls p p p p

Excavation and Backfill Inside Buildings p p p p p

Excavation and Backfill Outside Buildings p Coordinate with Site Contractor

Keep Site and Excavation Free from Surface Water During Construction p p p p p

Fastenings p p p p

Supports p p p p p

Concrete Encasement of Conduits p

Below Grade Drainage Inside Building p p

Base Flashing of Electric Conduits Through Roof (Pitch Pockets) p Cap Flashing by Trade

Drain and Vent Through Roof Flashing p

Roof Vent Pipe Cap Flashing p

Finish Painting p Red Painting of Exposed Fire Protection Alarm System Circuitry Included in…