CMS-1522_Specifications.pdf

TRAINING CENTER

CAPE MAY, NJ

FACILITIES ENGINEERING

DIVISION

USCG

TRACEN

F E

CAPE MAY, NJ

CMS-1522

Project No.: 4668214

September 2017

SPECIFICATION TO UPDATE FIRE ALARM

SYSTEM, HARBORVIEW, BUILDING #279

TRACEN CAPE MAY

CAPE MAY, NEW JERSEY

AUTHOR: Steven McKaig

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00 SCOPE OF WORK

SECTION 01 11 16 WORK BY OTHERS

SECTION 01 12 16 PROJECT PHASING

SECTION 01 14 00 CONTRACTOR WORK HOURS

SECTION 01 14 13 PRE-BID SITE VISITS

SECTION 01 14 14 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SITE CONDITIONS

SECTION 01 14 16 COORDINATION

SECTION 01 14 19 FIELD ADJUSTMENTS

SECTION 01 18 14 BUILDING PERMITS

SECTION 01 18 17 ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS

SECTION 01 26 13 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

SECTION 01 31 19 PROJECT MEETINGS

SECTION 01 32 16 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, SCHEDULE OF VALUES, AND

PROGRESS SCHEDULE

SECTION 01 32 26 CONSTRUCTION DAILY REPORTS

SECTION 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 35 29 SAFETY PROGRAM

SECTION 01 51 00 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

SECTION 01 51 13 EQUIPMENT/UTILITY LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT REQUIREMENTS ...19

SECTION 01 51 16 TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION

SECTION 01 52 13 FIELD OFFICES

SECTION 01 55 00 ACCESS ROADS AND PARKING

SECTION 01 55 29 STAGING AREAS AND ACCESS

SECTION 01 56 00 LIGHTS, SIGNS & BARRICADES

SECTION 01 57 23 POLLUTION CONTROL

SECTION 01 65 00 RECOVERED MATERIALS NOTICE

SECTION 01 66 13 HAZARDOUS WASTE

SECTION 01 66 16 SAFETY DATA SHEETS AND MATERIAL HANDLING

PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 71 33 PROTECTION FROM WEATHER AND CONSTRUCTION

OPERATIONS

SECTION 01 74 00 GENERAL CLEANUP & SITE RESTORATION OF WORK AREAS

SECTION 01 78 00 AS BUILT DRAWINGS

LIST OF SUBMITTALS

CONTRACT ITEM ACCEPTANCE REQUEST

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

SECTION 26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS

SECTION 26 05 33 RACEWAY AND BOXES

SECTION 26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

SECTION 27 13 53 COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES CABLING

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DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

SECTION 28 31 00 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM

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DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 11 00

SCOPE OF WORK

1. WORK INCLUDED: Work of the Project includes all materials, labor, equipment, services, and all operations necessary to Update Fire Alarm System at Harborview, Building #279, at the United States Coast Guard Training Center (TRACEN) in Cape May, New Jersey.:

1.1 Major work items include but are not limited to:

A. Demolish existing conventional fire alarm devices;

B. Provide new addressable fire alarm initiation devices;

C. Provide new fire alarm notification devices;

D. Provide new conduit and wire as required to extend existing fire alarm circuits;

E. Program existing fire alarm control panel and network command center;

F. Test entire fire alarm system for proper operation;

G. Mobilization, demobilization and clean up;

H. Supervision, materials, equipment, transportation, labor and all other incidentals necessary to complete the work.

2. DRAWINGS: Drawings and the accompanying specifications are the property of the Government and comprise legal documentation that pertains exclusively to this project. Drawings will be made available in a format determined by the solicitation method. CEU Cleveland will not provide hard copies of drawings.

2.1 Construction Drawings:

T-6973-ED DEMOLITION PLAN SHT 1 of 3 T-6974-ED NEW WORK PLAN SHT 2 of 3 T-6975-ED ONE-LINE DRAWINGS SHT 2 of 3

SECTION 01 11 16

WORK BY OTHERS

1. WORK NOT INCLUDED IN THE CONTRACT: Non-contractor personnel will accomplish the following work items necessary for completion of the project.

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However, the contractor must coordinate accomplishment of these work items with the appropriate parties noted below in accordance with Section 01 14 16, “Coordination”.

1.1 Work by other Contractors or Service Companies: Contractor personnel and equipment associated with another construction contract in progress may require access to the site during execution of this contract. The contractor shall coordinate work and ensure that work operations do not interfere with the contract currently in progress. The contractor shall allow service contract personnel access to the site for trash removal, snow removal, grounds maintenance or the performance of other related service contracts. The Coast Guard will advise the contractor of the trash removal, grounds maintenance or other recurring maintenance schedules.

SECTION 01 12 16

PROJECT PHASING

1. To minimize interference with Coast Guard operations, utilize the following phasing sequence to accomplish contract work. Coordinate timing between successive phases with Coast Guard personnel to allow for necessary relocations.

PHASE I - N/A There is no phasing in this project.

SECTION 01 14 00

CONTRACTOR WORK HOURS

1. WORK HOURS: The Contractor will be permitted to perform construction work through the hours of 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM Mondays through Thursdays. The Coast Guard base hosts recruit graduations on most Fridays year round. The contractor shall expect increased automobile and pedestrian traffic on Fridays. Furthermore, Building #279 is used to serve breakfast to recruit families on Friday mornings. No work will be allowed on Fridays between 8:30AM and 10:00 AM. Additionally, excessive noise and other disruptive activities shall be limited on Fridays between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM during graduation ceremonies unless otherwise approved by the COR. No major deliveries shall be scheduled on Fridays between 8:00 AM and 12:00 PM. Note any departures from these work hours on the Daily Reports.

2. SATURDAY, SUNDAY AND HOLIDAYS: The contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer's Representative at least forty-eight hours advance notice prior to working on weekends or Federal holidays. The Government may reject any such request without impacting the completion time of the contract.

3. CONTRACT COMPLETION: The contractor shall complete work within the time frame indicated upon issuance of the Notice to Proceed for Submittals. Limitations imposed by these work hours will not entitle the Contractor additional time to complete the project. Refer to FAR Clause 52.211-10 "Commencement, Prosecution

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4. ACCESS TO BASE: Prior to commencement of the contract, the Contractor and all sub-contractors are required to register with the USCG TRACEN Cape May Security Office. Background screenings will be performed by TRACEN Security for all employees of the Contractor and sub-contractors working on the Base. The Contractor shall contact USCG TRACEN Cape May Security Office at (609) 898- 6915 for detailed requirements.

SECTION 01 14 13

PRE-BID SITE VISITS

1. GENERAL: Bidders are responsible for visiting the site to field verify existing conditions and determine actual dimensions and the nature of the work required. Failure to visit the site does not relinquish the bidder from determining the extent and scope of the work required and estimating the difficulty and cost to complete the project.

Requests for equitable adjustments, in either time or money, arising from failing to field verify site conditions may be denied. Provisions regarding the site visit requirements are outlined in FAR Clause 52.236-3 “Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work”.

2. SITE VISIT: During the Solicitation Phase of this Project, two Pre-Bid site visits will be scheduled by the Owner. The first Pre-Bid site visit will held approximately two weeks after the release of the Solicitation. The second Pre-Bid site visit will be held approximately three weeks after the release of the Solicitation. It is the responsibility of the contractor to contact the Project Engineer, Steve McKaig, Facilities Engineering, Design Section, at 609-898-6408 or steven.c.mckaig@uscg.mil to obtain the specific dates, as no other site visits will be schedule.

SECTION 01 14 14

PRE-CONSTRUCTION SITE CONDITIONS

1. SITE CONDITION VERIFICATION: The Contractor shall verify the conditions of the existing site, equipment and facilities potentially affected by the work under this contract. When designated on the submittal list, the contractor shall photograph and/or videotape the conditions in order to document their pre-construction condition. Copies of the photos and videos shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer prior to starting work.

SECTION 01 14 16

COORDINATION

1. INTERFERENCE WITH COAST GUARD OPERATIONS: Accomplish work in a manner that causes minimal impact on normal operations. The Contractor shall notify

7 of 51 P/N- 4668214 the Contracting Officer’s Representative at least five working days in advance of any planned outages of water, electrical, telephone, or sanitary facilities. Notify the Contracting Officer’s Representative at least one week prior to beginning construction.

2. TRAINING CENTER REGULATIONS:

2.1 The Contractor, his employees, and subcontractors shall become familiar with and obey all Training Center regulations. All personnel employed on the project shall keep within the limits of the work and avenues of ingress and egress, and shall not enter any other areas outside of the site of the work unless required to do so in the performance of their duties. The Contractor's equipment shall be conspicuously marked for identification

2.2 There shall be NO SMOKING in any Coast Guard building.

2.3 Storage Areas: The Contracting Officer’s Representative will determine exact location and boundaries of staging areas. Under no circumstances shall materials be stored in areas that will interfere with aircraft operations.

2.4 Storm Protection: If a gale force wind warning or higher is issued, take precautions to minimize any danger to persons and protect the work and nearby Government property. Precautions shall include, but not be limited to, closings, removing loose materials, tools and equipment, from exposed locations. Remove and secure scaffolding and temporary work. Close openings in the work area if storms of lesser intensity are imminent.

SECTION 01 14 19

FIELD ADJUSTMENTS

1. The Contracting Officer’s Representative may authorize field adjustments. Field adjustments are those alterations that do not affect time, price, or intent of the contract documents. All field adjustments shall be documented in the Daily Reports and on the As-Built Drawings.

SECTION 01 18 14

BUILDING PERMITS

1. NO BUILDING PERMITS from state or local governments are required for work performed on federal property.

SECTION 01 18 17

ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS

1. Unless directed by other sections of this specification, the Contractor will not be responsible for obtaining environmental permits.

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SECTION 01 26 13

REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

1. SUMMARY:

1.1 Section Includes: Administrative requirements for requests for information.

2. DEFINITIONS:

2.1 Request for Information: A document submitted by the Contractor requesting clarification of a portion of the contract documents, hereinafter referred to as RFI (Request for Information).

2.2 Proper RFIs: A properly prepared request for information shall include a detailed written statement that indicates the specific Drawings or Specification in need of clarification and the nature of the clarification requested.

A. RFIs shall be sequentially numbered.

B. Drawings shall be identified by drawing number and location on the drawing sheet.

C. Specifications shall be identified by Section number, page and paragraph.

2.3 Improper RFIs: RFIs that are not properly prepared.

A. Improperly prepared RFIs will not be processed by the Contracting Officer, but will be returned unprocessed.

2.4 Frivolous RFIs: RFIs that request information that is clearly shown on the Contract Documents.

A. Frivolous RFIs may be returned unprocessed.

3. CONTRACTOR’S REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION:

3.1 During Bid Phase: Bidders shall submit all questions, in writing, to the Contracting Officer. Requests for Information (RFI) shall be submitted no later than five (5) business days prior to the bid due date. RFIs will be addressed by the USCG three (3) business days prior to the bid due date.

3.2 During Construction Phase: When the Contractor is unable to determine from the Contract Documents, the material, process or system to be installed, the Contracting Officer shall be requested to make a clarification of the indeterminate item.

A. Wherever possible after contract award, such clarification shall be requested at the next site visit by the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), 9 of 51 P/N- 4668214 with the response entered on the daily reports. When clarification at the COR’s site visit is not possible either because of the urgency of the need, or the complexity of the item, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI to the Contracting Officer.

B. Contractor shall endeavor to minimize the number of RFIs. In the event that the process becomes unwieldy, in the opinion of the Contracting Officer because of the number and frequency of the RFIs submitted, the Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to abandon the process and submit future requests as either submittals, substitutions or requests for change.

C. RFIs shall be submitted on the form provided by the Contracting Officer.

Forms completely filled in, and if prepared by hand, shall be fully legible after photocopying, scanning or fax transmission. Each page of the attachments to RFIs shall bear the RFI number in the upper right corner.

D. RFIs shall be originated by the Prime Contractor.

1. RFIs from subcontractors or material suppliers shall be submitted through, reviewed by, and signed by the Prime Contractor prior to submitting to the Contracting Officer.

2. The Contracting Officer will neither act on nor respond to RFIs received directly from subcontractors or suppliers.

E. Contractor shall carefully study the Contract Documents to assure that the requested information is not available therein. RFIs which request information available in the Contract Documents will be deemed either Improper or Frivolous as defined above.

F. In cases where RFIs are issued to request clarification of coordination issues, for example, pipe and duct routing, clearances, specific locations of work shown diagrammatically, and similar items when feasible, Contractor shall fully lay out a suggested solution using drawings or sketches drawn to scale, and submit with the RFI.

G. RFIs shall not be used for the following purposes:

1. To request approval of submittals.

2. To request approval of substitutions.

3. To request changes which entail additional cost or credit.

4. To request different methods of performing work than those drawn and specified.

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H. In the event the Contractor believes that a clarification by the Contracting Officer results in additional cost or time, the Contractor shall not proceed with the work indicated by the RFI until a modification is prepared and approved. RFIs do not automatically justify a cost increase in the work or a change in the project schedule.

1. Answered RFIs shall not be construed as approval to perform extra work.

I. Contractor shall prepare and maintain a log of RFIs, and at any time requested by the Contracting Officer, Contractor shall furnish copies of the log showing outstanding RFIs. Contractor shall note unanswered RFIs in the log.

J. Contractor shall allow up to 14 days review and response time for RFIs, however, the Contracting Officer will endeavor to respond in a timely fashion to RFIs.

K. The Government reserves the right to issue a change order to expedite the work per FAR Clause 52.243-4, Changes.

4. CONTRACTING OFFICER’S RESPONSE TO RFIs:

4.1 Contracting Officer will respond to RFIs on one of the following forms:

A. Proper RFIs:

1. Change Order

2. Request for Proposal

B. Improper or Frivolous RFIs:

1. Unprocessed RFIs will be returned with a stamp or notation: Not

Reviewed.

C. Answers to properly prepared RFIs may be made directly upon the RFI form with supplementary instructions as necessary.

SECTION 01 31 19

PROJECT MEETINGS

1. LOCATION: Project meetings will be conducted either on-site or with a conference call. The following meetings may be held:

1.1 Pre-Construction Conference: After award of a contract, the Coast Guard will arrange a conference with the contractor, and necessary Coast Guard personnel.

The purpose of this conference is to orient the Contractor to Government procedures for wage rates, contractual and administrative matters, and to discuss specific issues regarding actual construction.

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1.2 Progress and Technical Review Meetings: These meetings generally take place at the project site. Either party may request a meeting to review the progress of the project and/or review or clarify the technical requirements of the specifications.

SECTION 01 32 16

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, SCHEDULE OF VALUES,

AND PROGRESS SCHEDULE

1. In accordance with the Notice to Proceed letter, the Contractor shall submit the following:

1.1 Construction Schedule-This schedule shall be prepared using a horizontal bar graph with time scale. It shall be in an industry accepted Project Management format and shall accurately display:

A. All major categories of work to be performed within the required contract completion date broken out in sufficient detail to track progress throughout the life of the contract. Major work categories should include but are not limited to mobilization, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, roofing, concrete, site work, and demobilization. In addition to construction activities, procurement times for critical items, submittal turnaround time, mobilization, final inspection, punchlist work, and demobilization shall be shown on the schedule.

B. The duration of each work category.

C. Any concurrent work categories.

1.2 Schedule of Values-This schedule shall be prepared as a detailed cost breakdown of the contract price and be submitted with the Construction Schedule. This schedule shall include but not be limited to costs of materials, equipment, and labor for all major work categories shown on the Construction Schedule. The Contractor shall adhere to the following guidelines when developing the Schedule of Values.

A. Format - The line items in the Schedule of Values shall be the same as that of the Construction Schedule.

B. Bonds - Bonding costs will only be paid in a lump sum if they are broken out separately and included with the schedule of values. The Contractor shall provide evidence that he has furnished full payment to the surety.

C. Materials - To request progress payments for materials delivered to the construction or fabrication site, the particular category of work associated with the materials must be broken down into separate material and labor costs.

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2. UPDATES: Each month and /or with each progress payment request, the Contractor shall submit the following:

2.1 Progress Schedule-This schedule shall be an update of the Construction Schedule.

It shall show the current schedule of all work.

A. Modifications - If modifications are made to the contract, the work added shall be tracked separately from the original Construction Schedule and shall maintain its individuality on the Progress Schedule throughout the life of the contract. Progress Payment requests shall not lump modification costs into the original contract price.

SECTION 01 32 26

CONSTRUCTION DAILY REPORTS

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall complete a Daily Report for each and every day after mobilization. The importance of an accurate, fully detailed Daily Report, promptly delivered to the designated On-Site Representative cannot be overemphasized. The report shall provide an accurate cumulative summary of the history and performance of the work. The Daily Report shall document weather; work hours; work in-place; inspections and tests conducted, and their results; dimensional checks; equipment and material checks; data on workers by classification; the mobilization and demobilization of construction equipment; materials delivered to the site; and any other pertinent noteworthy event; e.g., personnel injury, site visit by Coast Guard personnel, etc.

2. RESPONSIBILITY: The Daily Reports play an important role in settling disputes and claims for both parties. For this reason the On-Site Representative and the Contractor's Superintendent, together, should review the report to ensure its completeness and accuracy. Each day's report shall be submitted to the On-Site Representative no later than 10:00 a.m. the following morning. The maximum allowable retainage will be enforced for late, sporadic or non-submission of Daily Reports. In the absence of an On-Site Representative the Contractor shall mail the Daily Reports directly to the Contracting Officer every Friday. Should the Daily Report indicate an accident, environmental issue, OSHA violation or any crisis the On-Site Representative deems important, the Report should be faxed immediately to the Contracting Officer at (216) 902-6278.

3. DESIGNATED ON-SITE REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITY: After a Notice to Proceed for site work has been issued the On-Site Representative shall complete a Daily Report for each day until the Contractor mobilizes. After the Contractor is at the site, the On-Site Representative shall ensure that the Contractor completes the Daily Report in accordance with Paragraphs 1 and 2 above. Any items of dispute or other notes the On-Site Representative feels appropriate shall be added to the Daily Report.

The On-Site Representative is also responsible for informing the COR when the contractor fails to submit daily reports.

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SECTION 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall submit to the COR and Contracting Officer, one (1) electronic copy in “.pdf” format of submittals required by this specification and/or itemized on the "List of Submittals" found at the end of this division.

2. REQUEST: A "CONTRACT ITEM ACCEPTANCE REQUEST" shall accompany all submittals. All items shall be individually listed and clearly identified, referencing the applicable Section and Paragraph. A copy of this form is located at the end of this division and may be reproduced as needed. Both sides of Contract Item Acceptance Request sheet shall be submitted. The sheet shall be signed and dated by the Contractor.

2.1 The Contract Item Acceptance Request and the item information shall be consolidated into one .pdf file and one email. Email to the COR and Contracting Officer. Manage email size so as not to exceed the limit allowed by the Coast Guard system. If the email is rejected by the system, reduce the file size and resubmit.

2.2 Up to eleven (11) items may be listed on an individual approval request. Number each Contract Item Acceptance Request consecutively (Submittals # 1, 2, etc.) and re-submittals with letters (Submittal #1A is the first re-submittal of Submittal #1).

2.3 Submittals shall be forwarded to the COR and Contracting Officer. The contractor shall allow 14 calendar days, excluding mailing time, for the review process in the Construction Schedule and all project planning. In instances where submittal review must be expedited, the Contractor may annotate the Contract Item Acceptance Request as "Urgent" to request a prompt return. The Coast Guard will make every effort to accelerate the review of each urgent submittal; however, the Contractor should not anticipate a reduced time schedule and shall plan project progress accordingly.

3. DEVIATIONS

3.1 Deviation from specification:

A. The COR and Contracting Officer will consider requests for deviations/substitutions only if submitted within fifteen (15) calendar days after award.

B. Deviations may be considered when a product becomes unavailable through no fault of the Contractor.

C. The Contractor shall document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed deviation with the Contract

14 of 51 P/N- 4668214 documents. Request for deviation shall not be submitted on a Request for Information (RFI) form.

D. A request constitutes a representation that the Contractor:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds quality level of specified product.

2. Will provide the same warranty for deviation as for specified product.

3. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other work which may be required for the work to be completed at no additional cost to the Government.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension which may subsequently become apparent.

5. Will reimburse the Government for review or redesign services associated with re-approval by the COR and Contracting Officer.

E. If the deviation has a lesser value than the product originally specified, the Contractor shall provide a credit to the Government.

F. Deviations will not be considered when they are indicated or implied on Shop Drawings or Product Data submittals, without a separate written request, or when acceptance will require revisions to the Contract documents.

3.2 Deviation submittal procedures:

A. The Contractor shall mark the “Deviation” block on the Contract Item Acceptance Request (CIAR) form and provide the information stated in Paragraph 3.1 above.

B. The Contractor shall submit shop drawings, product data, and certified test results attesting to proposed product equivalence. Burden of proof is on the Contractor.

C. The COR and Contracting Officer will then review the “deviation” request and either accept or reject the deviation. The COR and Contracting Officer’s acceptance of the deviation signifies that the Contractor has provided the information required in Paragraph 3.1. If a credit is due the government, the Contracting Officer will notify the Contract Specialist and the deviation will be processed utilizing the Change Request procedures for a modification to the contract/task order.

D. The COR and Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor of acceptance/rejection of the deviation via an accepted or rejected CIAR.

The Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor, in writing, if a modification to the contract is required.

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E. If a request for deviation is received without the documentation stated above, the COR and Contracting Officer will return the submittal to the contractor for the required information.

4. ACCEPTANCE: Submittals will be stamped "Accepted, "Accepted with Comment", or "Resubmit”. Accepted, Accepted with Comment or Resubmit for each item will be indicated on the Contract Item Acceptance Request form and one copy returned to the Contractor.

4.1 Prompt re-submittal of items is required. The Contractor shall furnish a new Contract Item Acceptance Request numbered in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 2.1.

4.2 The actions taken by the Coast Guard are only for general conformity to the contract drawings and specifications and shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for error in dimensions and compliance with all terms stipulated by contract.

5. DEFECTIVE WORK: Approval of Submittals does not restrict the Government's right to reject departures from contract requirements, use of damaged or improperly installed items/materials, or latent defects, nor does it prejudice the Government's rights of rejecting any work found defective at Final Inspection and Acceptance.

5.1 Work started or completed prior to submittal acceptance is solely at Contractor's risk and may jeopardize contract performance.

6. TYPES OF SUBMITTALS: The paragraphs given below provide descriptions for each type of submittal that may be required within the individual sections of this specification. Refer to the Individual Sections themselves and the List of Submittals document for the required submittals.

6.1 Product Data: Submit pursuant to this section for review for conformance with contract.

A. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

B. Indicate product utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

6.2 Shop Drawings: Submit pursuant to this section for review for conformance with contract.

A. Shop drawing submittals shall be drawings, diagrams, schedules and other data specially prepared for the work of this contract by the contractor or any

16 of 51 P/N- 4668214 subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier or distributor to illustrate a portion of work to be installed under this contract.

B. Indicate special utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

C. 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.

6.3 SAMPLES: Submit pursuant to this section for review for conformance with contract.

A. Samples For Selection as Specified in Product Sections:

1. Submit to Contracting Officer’s Representative for aesthetic, color, or finish selection.

2. Submit samples of finishes from full range of manufacturers' standard colors, textures, and patterns.

B. Submit samples to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of Products, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

C. Include identification on each sample, with full Project information.

D. Submit number of samples specified in individual specification sections.

E. Reviewed samples which may be used in the Work are indicated in individual specification sections.

F. Samples will not be used for testing purposes unless specifically stated in specification section.

6.4 Design Data: Submit pursuant to this section for review for conformance with contract.

A. Submit for information for limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

6.5 Test Reports: Submit pursuant to this section for review for conformance with contract.

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A. Submit test reports for information for limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and design concept expressed in Contract Documents.

B. The testing shall have been performed in a laboratory meeting the requirements specified herein. The tests shall have been performed within three years of submittal of the reports for approval. Test reports shall be accompanied by the certificates from the manufacturer certifying that the material and equipment proposed to be supplied is of the same type, quality, manufacture, and make as tested.

6.6 Certifications: Manufacturer's certification furnished by the Contractor on items of materials and equipment incorporated into the work will be accepted only when this method will assure full compliance with the provisions of the contract. Pre-printed certificates will not be acceptable. All certifications shall be in the original. The original of all manufacturers’ certifications shall name the appropriate item of equipment or material, specification, standard, or other document specified as controlling the quality of that item and shall have attached thereto certified copies of test data upon which the certifications are based. All certificates shall be signed by the manufacturer's official authorized to sign certificates of conformance or compliance.

A. When specified in individual specification sections, submit certification.

B. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements.

Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

6.7 Laboratory Reports: Reports shall cite the contract requirements, the test or analysis procedures used, the actual test results, and include a statement that the item tested or analyzed conforms or fails to conform to the specification requirements. Each report shall be conspicuously stamped on the cover sheet in large red letters "CONFORMS" or "DOES NOT CONFORM" to the specification requirements as the case may be. All test reports shall be signed by a representative of the testing laboratory authorized to sign certified test reports. The Contractor shall arrange for immediate and direct delivery of the signed original of all reports, certifications, and other documentation.

6.8 Manufacturer’s Instructions: When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing.

A. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

6.9 Manufacturer’s Field Reports: When specified in the individual specification sections, submit Manufacturer’s Field Reports on tests conducted by manufacturers.

Reports shall cite the contract requirements, the test or analysis procedures used, the

18 of 51 P/N- 4668214 actual test results, and include a statement that the item tested or analyzed conforms or fails to conform to the specification requirements. Each report shall be conspicuously stamped on the cover sheet in large red letters "CONFORMS" or "DOES NOT CONFORM" to the specification requirements as the case may be. All test reports shall be signed by a representative of the testing laboratory authorized to sign certified test reports. The Contractor shall arrange for immediate and direct delivery of the signed original of all reports, certifications, and other documentation.

6.10 Manufacturer and Installer Qualifications: When specified in the individual specification sections, submit qualifications of the manufacturers or installers as required. Qualifications shall include a list of projects of similar nature and a list of five references, minimum, with all contact information. Additional references may be required upon request.

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SAFETY PROGRAM

1. GENERAL: The Contractor is wholly responsible for work site safety. The Contractor shall implement a safety program that protects the lives and health of personnel in the construction area, prevents damage to property, and avoids work interruptions. The Contractor shall provide appropriate safety barricades, signs, signal lights, etc. (see Section 01 56 00, “Lights, Signs & Barricades”) as well as complying with the requirements of all applicable Federal, State and Local safety laws, rules and regulations.

2. COMPLIANCE: The Contractor is specifically required to comply with the requirements of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers "Safety and Health Requirements Manual" (EM 385-1-1, latest version available) and the “Accident Prevention” clause (FAR 52.236-13). Once accepted, this safety plan shall become part of the contract requirements. Note: This review/acceptance does not in any way relinquish the Contractor from responsibility for work site safety nor the obligation to comply with the OSHA regulations found in 29 CFR 1910 & 1926 or any other State or Local safety law, rule or regulation applicable to the contract work. The Coast Guard will cooperate fully with the Department of Labor (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in their enforcement of OSHA regulations.

3. SAFETY PLAN: The Contractor shall submit a written safety plan. At a minimum, this plan shall describe the Contractor's general safety program and identify specific safety provisions for hazards incidental to the contract work; e.g., elevated working surfaces, working over water, working from floating work platforms, overhead crane operations, etc.

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SECTION 01 51 00

TEMPORARY UTILITIES

1. GENERAL: All temporary utility connections shall be compatible with existing materials and equipment to provide safe and efficient installation, operation and removal.

2. ELECTRICITY: The Contractor may utilize electrical power from the nearest electrical receptacle or panelboard, subject to availability. OSHA requirements will govern the use of such utility. All equipment used shall be supplied by the Contractor. US Coast Guard does not make any guarantee against any voltage variation or service interruption.

2.1 Utility Outages and Shutdown: Needed power outages shall be arranged only with prior approval from Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), with duration and affected areas held to a minimum.

3. TELEPHONE: Telephone services will not be available for use by the Contractor.

4. WATER HOOKUP: Water will be made available at the nearest hydrant or exterior hose bib. All connections to the water system shall be equipped with back flow protection. Temporary potable water pipes and hoses shall be sterilized before being placed in operation and every time the system is opened to the atmosphere for repair or relocation.

5. SANITARY FACILITIES: It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to furnish and maintain approved portable toilet facilities for all Contractor personnel. The On-Site Representative will designate the physical location for the facility and the Contractor shall maintain the toilet facility to the satisfaction of the Government. Contractor personnel are forbidden to use toilet facilities within existing buildings.

SECTION 01 51 13

EQUIPMENT/UTILITY LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT REQUIREMENTS

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, “The Control of Hazardous Energy” (Lockout/Tagout).

2. APPLICATION: The Contractor shall be responsible for locking out and tagging out of service, all equipment/utility systems involved in the work under this contract. After the Contracting Officer’s Representative has approved an outage, Government personnel and the Contractor shall independently secure the equipment/utility system and tag the respective system out of service. The Contractor shall provide their own locks and chains that are required to secure the equipment/utility systems; e.g., steam, water, air, and/or electricity.

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SECTION 01 51 16

TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION

1. TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION: Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities to protect against predictable and controllable fire loss. Comply with NFPA 10 "Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers" and NFPA 241 "Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations and Demolition Operations".

1.1 HOT WORK PERMIT

A. Prior to performing "Hot Work" (welding, burning, lead melting, blowtorches, tar pots, etc.) or operating other flame-producing devices, the contractor shall request a Hot Work permit. This permit will be issued by the Training Center Fire Department through the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). This permit will be issued only after job site inspection by a member of the Fire Department for a specific task.

1. All Hot Work will be shut down 30 minutes before the end of work and a fire watch shall be kept at the scene of operation during this 30 minutes.

2. Extinguishers and Fire Watch Personnel: The contractor shall furnish, in accordance with all applicable requirements of the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) Standards, sufficient fire extinguishers and fire watch personnel to protect the area in which his work is being performed. The size and type of fire extinguisher used will be subject to review by the Training Center Fire Department through the COR.

1.2 BURNING

A. The burning of trash or other waste material shall be prohibited.

1.3 HEATING

A. All sources of temporary heat shall carry an "Underwriters Laboratory" label and portable heaters shall be located to avoid ignition of combustible materials.

B. Electrical heaters shall not be connected to extension cords.

C. Open drumfires are prohibited.

1.4 ELECTRICAL

A. All portable electric devices (saws, sanders, compressors, lights, extension cords) not required to be left on shall be disconnected at the close of work each day.

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B. All wires plugged into electrical outlets shall be equipped with male plugs.

The inserting of the bare ends of wires into outlets is prohibited.

1.5 FLAMMABLES

A. Oil painting materials (paint, brushes, empty paint cans, rags, paint clothes, drop cloths, etc.) and flammable liquids shall be removed from the building at the close of work each day.

B. Highly flammable liquids such as paints, thinner, etc. that are to be kept inside buildings shall be held to an absolute minimum except in buildings authorized and designed for such storage.

C. Storage of gasoline in excess of (5) gallon containers shall be permitted only by specific approval from the Training Center Fire Chief through the Contracting Officer's Representative.

D. All storage areas containing flammable liquids shall be marked with signs indicating "FLAMMABLES" and "NO SMOKING".

1.6 FIRE HYDRANTS

A. Fire hydrants shall not be used without approval of the Training Center Fire Department through the Contracting Officer's Representative. Where permission is granted for the use of fire hydrants, the contractor shall be required to furnish a gate valve and backflow preventer to fit the 2 1/2-inch outlets.

B. The Training Center Fire Department through the Contracting Officer's Representative will have control of the opening and closing of fire hydrants.

C. A clear space of 15 feet on both sides of fire hydrants shall be maintained at all times.

1.7 EXISTING FIRE DEVICES

A. Fire hose or extinguishers in existing buildings shall not be removed from their locations, unless specifically indicated to be relocated or removed by the plans and specification for the project. No fire hose or extinguishers shall be used for any purpose other than combating a fire.

1.8 SMOKING:

A. Smoking is strictly prohibited in all Government buildings. Smoking is only permitted in designated smoking areas. There shall be NO SMOKING or unsupervised open flame permitted inside any structure, temporary or permanent; nor within 25 feet of combustible material or within 50 feet of flammable liquids or compressed gasses.

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1.9 FIRE REPORTING

A. All contractors providing office space or trailers with telephone service shall place or post the fire reporting phone number by the phone. All contractor personnel shall be instructed how to report a fire. Any fire, no matter how small, shall be reported, including those already extinguished, to the Training Center Fire Department immediately. If a Training Center telephone is used, dial extension 6333. If any other telephone is used, dial 911.

SECTION 01 52 13

FIELD OFFICES

1. OFFICE AND STORAGE SHED: A field office for the COR is not required. The Contractor shall provide his own office and storage shed or trailer, if necessary. No equipment or material storage will be provided by the Coast Guard. Locations of the office and sheds shall be provided by the COR at the Pre-Construction meeting.

SECTION 01 55 00

ACCESS ROADS AND PARKING

1. ACCESS: Access to the site is available from public roads. Any damage to these roads by the Contractor's vehicles shall be repaired without cost to the Government.

2. PARKING: Vehicular operations and parking shall comply with all applicable government orders and regulations. All driveways and entrances serving the Government shall be kept clear and available to emergency vehicles at all times.

3. VEHICLE AND VEHICLE OPERATION: All vehicles, owned by the Contractor or employees of the Contractor, and operators of these vehicles, shall meet all state regulations for safety, noise, loading and minimum liability insurance. All vehicle operators demonstrating reckless or careless operation in the opinion of the Government shall not be allowed to operate vehicles on government property for the duration of the contract.

4. VISITORS: No visiting vehicles will be permitted on government property unless the operator is employed by a subcontractor or supplier.

SECTION 01 55 29

STAGING AREAS AND ACCESS

1. LOCATION: The Contractor shall store materials and operate equipment within the confines of the staging area identified by the Government. Storage of materials outside of the staging area will not be permitted. A lay down and parking area for Contractor’s vehicles, trailers and personnel will be designated by the Contracting Officer’s

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Representative at the Pre-construction meeting.

2. COORDINATION: Obey all U.S. Coast Guard Parking Signs and traffic rules.

Vehicles shall not travel or park on grass. If travel or parking on grass is necessary, grass shall be restored to original condition after completion of the project at no cost to the Government.

3. ADJACENT AREAS: The Contractor shall ensure that all land and vegetation adjacent to the staging area and access drive remain undisturbed and undamaged; all damages shall be repaired at no cost to the Government.

SECTION 01 56 00

LIGHTS, SIGNS & BARRICADES

1. GENERAL: The contractor shall provide and maintain all warning lights, sign, and barriers to insure the safety of pedestrians or vehicles traveling near or through any hazardous area caused by the execution of the Contract work.

1.1 TRAFFIC REGULATION

A. Traffic Control Signs and Devices:

1. Post Mounted and Wall Mounted Traffic Control and Informational

Signs: Shall comply with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, latest edition.

2. Traffic Cones and Drums, Flares and Lights: Shall comply with the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, latest edition.

3. Provide signs at approaches to site and on site, at crossroads, detours, parking areas, and elsewhere as needed to direct construction and affected public traffic.

4. Relocate as Work progresses, to maintain effective traffic control.

B. Removal:

1. Remove equipment and devices when no longer required.

2. Repair damage caused by installation.

1.2 BARRICADES: Any stored debris, equipment and all areas dangerous to foot or vehicular traffic shall be barricaded by the Contractor. At night and during other times of poor visibility, barricades shall be illuminated. All barricading, including night illumination shall be maintained by the Contractor. All barricades shall be constructed in accordance with ANSI D6-1.

1.3 PEDESTRIAN TRAFFIC: The Contractor shall arrange his equipment and/or progression of work, so as not to interfere with the normal flow of pedestrian traffic. Where interference is unavoidable, the contractor shall provide a marked, safe, and clean route around the obstruction

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1.4 BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers to prevent unauthorized entry to construction areas to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations and demolition.

B. Provide protection for plants designated to remain. Replace damaged plants.

C. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site, and structures from damage.

SECTION 01 57 23

POLLUTION CONTROL

1. VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND (VOC) REGULATIONS: Contractors are required to comply with local, state and federal VOC compliance laws and regulations in the foregoing order of precedence.

SECTION 01 65 00

RECOVERED MATERIALS NOTICE

1. GENERAL: It is the intent of Training Center Cape May to comply with the requirements of Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or the Act) as amended, 42 U.S.C.

6962 and Executive Order 12873 as they apply to the procurement of the materials designated in paragraph 2.

2. DESIGNATED RECOVERED MATERIALS: It is the purpose of this section to designate items that are or can be made with recovered materials. These designated items can be found at http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/non-hw/procure/products.htm .

3. CONTRACTOR RESPONSBILITY: The contractor should provide recycled materials to the extent practical, provided the materials meet all other requirements of the applicable specification section.

SECTION 01 66 13

HAZARDOUS WASTE

1. GENERAL: The Contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations dealing with the generation, management, storage, and disposal of solid, toxic, and hazardous wastes. The Contractor shall ensure that all wastes are properly containerized, labeled and placarded, managed, tested, stored, documented/manifested, transported and disposed of in accordance with all applicable regulations. The manifest for all hazardous waste shall be signed by an authorized

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Coast Guard representative.

2. RECYCLABLES: Recycling is a mandatory law of the State of New Jersey.

A. The contractor shall recycle or reuse all other material designated as recyclable or prohibited from landfilling. Definitions for recyclables and landfill prohibited material can be obtained from the CMCMUA regulations.

SECTION 01 66 16

SAFETY DATA SHEETS AND MATERIAL HANDLING PROCEDURES

1. DATA SHEETS: Submit a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for all materials containing hazardous substances required for contract execution. Information provided in SDS’s shall meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200. SDS’s require Contracting Officer review and acceptance prior to bringing these materials on site.

2. MATERIAL STORAGE: Limit the quantity of these materials stored on site to the amount needed for execution of work. Storage of excess materials will not be permitted. Assure that the storage of these materials comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and provide additional storage facilities (paint lockers, etc.) as required for the storage of such materials. Coordinate the physical location of storage areas with the On-site Representative prior to bringing these materials on site.

3. PROTECTIVE MEASURES: The contractor shall take all protective measures outlined on the SDS’s and as required by federal, state, and local regulations to protect all personnel in the vicinity of the work area from exposure to these materials. The Contractor shall include any required protective measures in the Safety Plan (See Section 01 35 29, “Safety Program”).