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Specifications Clark RV Park Residential Trailer & Air Tanker Base Pilot Lounge Trailer

Battle Mountain, Nevada Vinyl Sidings & Skirts Replacement

February 2025

Bureau of Land Management Battle Mountain District, Nevada

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 010000 - 1

SECTION 010000 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2

SUMMARY

A. This Section includes general requirements that are to apply to all Work throughout the Project. Requirements included in this Section are to apply to all other specification Sections.

B. Refer to Construction Contract for other requirements by the General Contractor, Subcontractors, suppliers, etc.

1.3

DEFINITIONS

A. General: Basic Contract definitions are included in the Conditions of the Contract.

B. "Approved": When used to convey COR’s or CO's action on Contractor's submittals, applications, and requests, "approved" is limited to COR’s and CO’s duties and responsibilities as stated in the Conditions of the Contract.

C. “Center of...”: Indicates a specific single point at the exact center of the tile, panel, or other surface indicated.

D. “Contractor”: The General Contractor unless otherwise stated.

E. "Directed": A command or instruction by COR or CO. Other terms including "requested," "authorized," "selected," "approved," "required," and "permitted" have the same meaning as "directed."

F. "Furnish": Supply and deliver to Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation, and similar operations.

G. "Indicated": Requirements expressed by graphic representations or in written form on

Drawings, in Specifications, and in other Contract Documents. Other terms including "shown," "noted," "scheduled," and "specified" have the same meaning as "indicated."

H. "Install": Operations at Project site including unloading, temporarily storing, unpacking, assembling, erecting, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning, and similar operations.

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I. “Project Manager”: The Contractor’s project manager.

J. “Project Representative”: The BLM’s project representatives (COR and CO).

K. "Project Site": Space available for performing construction activities. The extent of Project site is shown on Drawings (Plans) and may or may not be identical with the description of the land on which Project is to be built.

L. "Provide": Furnish and install, complete and ready for the intended use.

M. "Regulations": Laws, ordinances, statutes, and lawful orders issued by authorities having jurisdiction, and rules, conventions, and agreements within the construction industry that control performance of the Work.

N. “Related Sections”: Related Sections articles are included herein as a courtesy to assist in the locating of items in the specifications that the reader might expect to find in the Section but that are specified elsewhere. The list of sections may or may not be complete.

‘Related Sections’ articles do not relieve the Contractor of the contractual obligation to perform to all the Contract Documents or to coordinate who does what amongst the team of subcontractors.

1.4 SITE INSPECTION

A. Examine the premises and site and compare them with the SOW, drawings, and specifications.

B. Become familiar with existing conditions such as obstructive areas, excavating or filling, and any problems related to construction. No allowances will subsequently be made by reason of failure to examine the site.

1.5 SCOPE OF THE WORK

A. Unless otherwise provided, all materials, labor, equipment, tools, transportation, and utilities necessary for the successful completion of the Project shall be provided at the expense of the Contractor.

B. Requirements of the Work are contained in the Contract Documents, and include cross-references herein to published information, which is not necessarily bound therewith.

C. Provide, as part of the Bid and without additional charge, all incidental items required for completion of the Work, even if not specifically indicated.

1. Install all Work so that its several component parts function together as a complete and workable system, and with all equipment properly adjusted and in working order.

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D. Conform to highest quality standards for materials and workmanship to execute Work that is indicated or specified and that is necessary to fully satisfy the Contract Document requirements for a complete, finished, acceptable installation regardless of whether indicated or specified or not.

E. Responsibilities of the Contractor includes the responsibility to verify all field measurements of actual building conditions so that all Work fits properly in the locations indicated and specified. Protect existing structures, improvements, trees, and other items from physical damage, unless identified to be removed.

F. Any existing surfaces, furniture or equipment that are damaged by the Contractor are to be restored to their original condition, or better, to the satisfaction of the BLM.

G. Contractor is to restore any roads, utilities, walks, curbs, gutters or other existing conditions that are used for construction and are damaged, to the same condition as they existed prior to commencement of construction. Where existing conditions are damaged, they shall be replaced by new Work to match existing adjacent Work, or repaired, if acceptable to Project Representative, at no cost to BLM.

1.6 WORKERS

A. The Contractor is to enforce strict discipline and good order among his/her employees at all times and shall not employ on the Project any unfit person or anyone not skilled in the Work assigned to him/her.

B. Consumption of alcohol, smoking or any other controlled, non-medically prescribed substance will not be allowed on the Project.

C. Contractor shall rectify behavior unacceptable to the BLM or BLM’s Project Representative by strict enforcement of discipline. BLM reserves the right to request dismissal of individual workers for failure to comply with standards of behavior communicated to the Contractor.

1.7 MANUFACTURER’S DIRECTIONS

A. Manufactured articles, materials, or equipment shall be applied, installed, connected, erected, used, cleaned, and conditioned in accordance with the Manufacturer’s printed directions unless otherwise indicated in the Contract Documents.

1.8 FASTENERS

A. Unless noted otherwise, the trade requiring the fastening of its Work to any substrate or support is responsible for provision and installation of requisite fasteners.

1.9 PENETRATIONS

A. The sealing of all penetrations in fire-rated, acoustically-rated or structural partitions and separations is the responsibility of the trade making or requiring the penetration.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01100

SUMMARY 011000 - 1

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Deferred Submittals.

4. Owner (BLM).

5. Access to site.

6. Specification and drawing conventions.

1.3 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: C l a r k R V P a r k a t 6 2 5 W H u m b o l d t S t r e e t , U n i t 2 1 1 a n d P i l o t L o u n g e a t A i r T a n k e r B a s e , T r a i l e r s S i d i n g s a n d S k i r t s R e p l a c e m e n t .

1. Project Location: B a t t l e M o u n t a i n , Nevada

B. COR: Name Will be provided in the Contract Documents

C. CO: Name will be provided in the Contract Documents:

1.4 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

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

Project Description:

The scope of this project involves removing the current sidings, door moldings/trims, window moldings/trims, underlayment moisture barrier layers, and skirts of two tailers located in Battle Mountain, Nevada, and replacing them all with new materials.

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1.5 ACCESS TO SITE

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

B. Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to work only in areas shown on the contract documents. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated unless approved in writing prior to work.

1.6 COORDINATION WITH BLM OFFICE EMPOYEES (When applicable)

A. BLM Limited Occupancy of Completed Areas of Construction: B L M reserves the right to occupy completed portions of the Work, prior to Substantial Completion of the Work, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. Such limited occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1. COR will prepare a Certificate of Substantial Completion for each specific portion of the Work to be occupied prior to BLM acceptance of the completed Work.

2. On occupancy, BLM will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for occupied portions of Work.

1.7 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

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

1. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the

Specifications. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

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

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

C. Drawing Coordination: Requirements for materials and products identified on the Drawings are described in detail in the Specifications. One or more of the following are used on the Drawings to identify materials and products:

1. Terminology: Materials and products are identified by the typical generic terms used in the individual Specifications Sections.

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END OF SECTION 011000

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300 - 1

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

1.2

SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Submittal schedule requirements.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 013100 "Project Management and Coordination" for submitting coordination drawings and subcontract list and for requirements for web-based Project software.

2. Section 013200 "Construction Progress Documentation" for submitting schedules and reports, including Contractor's construction schedule.

1.3

DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require

COR's responsive action. Action submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "action submittals."

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require COR's responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements. Informational submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "informational submittals."

1.4

SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE

A. Submittal Schedule: Submit, as an action submittal, a list of submittals, arranged in chronological order by dates required by construction schedule. Include time required for review, ordering, manufacturing, fabrication, and delivery when establishing dates.

Include additional time required for making corrections or revisions to submittals noted by COR and additional time for handling and reviewing submittals required by those corrections.

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1. Coordinate submittal schedule with list of subcontracts, the schedule of values, and Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Initial Submittal: Submit concurrently with startup construction schedule. Include submittals required during the first 60 days of construction. List those submittals required to maintain orderly progress of the Work and those required early because of long lead time for manufacture or fabrication.

3. Final Submittal: Submit concurrently with the first complete submittal of Contractor's construction schedule.

a. Submit revised submittal schedule to reflect changes in current status and timing for submittals.

4. Format: Arrange the following information in a tabular format:

a. Scheduled date for first submittal.

b. Specification Section number and title.

c. Submittal Category: Action; informational.

d. Name of subcontractor.

e. Description of the Work covered.

f. Scheduled date for COR's final release or approval.

g. Scheduled dates for purchasing.

h. Scheduled dates for installation.

i. Activity or event number.

1.5 SUBMITTAL FORMATS

A. Submittal Information: Include the following information in each submittal:

1. Project name.

2. Date.

3. Name of COR.

4. Name of Contractor.

5. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

6. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

7. Unique submittal number, including revision identifier. Include Specification Section number with sequential alphanumeric identifier, and alphanumeric suffix for resubmittals.

8. Category and type of submittal.

9. Submittal purpose and description.

10. Number and title of Specification Section, with paragraph number and generic name for each of multiple items.

11. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

12. Indication of full submittal.

13. Location(s) where product is to be installed, as appropriate.

14. Other necessary identification.

15. Remarks.

16. Signature of transmitter.

B. Options: Identify options requiring selection by COR.

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C. Deviations and Additional Information: On each submittal, clearly indicate deviations from requirements in the Contract Documents, including minor variations and limitations;

include relevant additional information and revisions, other than those requested by COR on previous submittals. Indicate by highlighting on each submittal or noting on attached separate sheet.

D. PDF Submittals: Prepare submittals as PDF package, incorporating complete information into each PDF file. Name PDF file with submittal number.

1.6 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

1. Email: Prepare submittals as PDF package and transmit to COR by sending via email. Include PDF transmittal form. Include information in email subject line as requested by COR.

a. COR will return annotated file. Annotate and retain one copy of file as a digital Project Record Document file.

B. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

2. Submit all submittal items required for each Specification Section concurrently unless partial submittals for portions of the Work are indicated on approved submittal schedule.

3. Submit action submittals and informational submittals required by the same Specification Section as separate packages under separate transmittals.

4. Coordinate transmittal of submittals for related parts of the Work specified in different Sections so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

a. COR reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

C. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows.

Time for review shall commence on COR's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. COR will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

3. Resubmittal Review: Allow 15 days for review of each resubmittal.

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4. Sequential Review: Where sequential review of submittals by COR's other parties is indicated, allow 21 days for initial review of each submittal.

5. Concurrent Consultant Review: Where the Contract Documents indicate that submittals may be transmitted simultaneously to COR and to others, allow 15 days for review of each submittal. Submittal will be returned to COR before being returned to Contractor.

D. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of revision.

3. Resubmit submittals until they are marked with approval notation from COR's action stamp.

E. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

F. Use for Construction: Retain complete copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from COR's action stamp.

1.7 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard published data are unsuitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

d. Testing by recognized testing agency.

e. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

f. Notation of coordination requirements.

g. Availability and delivery time information.

4. For equipment, include the following in addition to the above, as applicable:

a. Wiring diagrams that show factory-installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Clearances required to other construction, if not indicated on accompanying Shop Drawings.

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5. Submit Product Data before Shop Drawings, and before or concurrent with Samples.

B. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data unless submittal based on COR's digital data drawing files is otherwise permitted.

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Identification of products.

b. Schedules.

c. Compliance with specified standards.

d. Notation of coordination requirements.

e. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

f. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

g. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

C. Samples (when requested or required): Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other materials.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components such as accessories together in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Permanently attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Project name and submittal number.

b. Generic description of Sample.

c. Product name and name of manufacturer.

d. Sample source.

e. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

f. Specification paragraph number and generic name of each item.

3. Email Transmittal: Provide PDF transmittal. Include digital image file illustrating

Sample characteristics, and identification information for record.

4. Paper Transmittal: Include paper transmittal including complete submittal information indicated.

5. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality-control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may be used to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual

Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time of use.

b. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as BLM's property, are the property of Contractor.

6. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in

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manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples. COR will retain two Sample sets; remainder will be returned. Mark up and retain one returned Sample set as a project record Sample.

1) Submit a single Sample where assembly details, workmanship, fabrication techniques, connections, operation, and other similar characteristics are to be demonstrated.

2) If variation in color, pattern, texture, or other characteristic is inherent in material or product represented by a Sample, submit at least three sets of paired units that show approximate limits of variations.

D. Product Schedule (when requested or required): As required in individual Specification

Sections, prepare a written summary indicating types of products required for the Work and their intended location. Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Type of product. Include unique identifier for each product indicated in the

Contract Documents or assigned by Contractor if none is indicated.

2. Manufacturer and product name, and model number if applicable.

E. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience of firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, contact information of architects and owners, and other information specified.

F. Certificates:

1. Certificates and Certifications Submittals: Submit a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity. Provide a notarized signature where indicated.

2. Installer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

3. Product Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

4. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents.

Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification and Procedure Qualification Record on AWS forms. Include names of firms and personnel certified.

G. Test and Research Reports (when requested or required):

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1. Compatibility Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for primers and substrate preparation needed for adhesion.

2. Field Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

3. Material Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

4. Preconstruction Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract Documents.

5. Product Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating that current product produced by manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

6. Research Reports: Submit written evidence, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effect for Project. Include the following information:

a. Name of evaluation organization.

b. Date of evaluation.

c. Time period when report is in effect.

d. Product and manufacturers' names.

e. Description of product.

f. Test procedures and results.

g. Limitations of use.

1.8 DELEGATED-DESIGN SERVICES (WHEN REQUESTED OR REQUIRED)

A. Performance and Design Criteria: Where professional design services or certifications by a design professional are specifically required of Contractor by the Contract Documents, provide products and systems complying with specific performance and design criteria indicated.

1. If criteria indicated are insufficient to perform services or certification required, submit a written request for additional information to Architect.

B. Delegated-Design Services Certification: In addition to Shop Drawings, Product Data, and other required submittals, submit digitally signed PDF file, paper copies of certificate, signed and sealed by the responsible design professional, for each product and system specifically assigned to Contractor to be designed or certified by a design professional.

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1. Indicate that products and systems comply with performance and design criteria in the Contract Documents. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing these services.

2. Prepare delegated-design drawings in the following format: Same digital data software program, version, and operating system as original Drawings.

1.9 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Action Submittals and Informational Submittals: Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to Architect.

B. Contractor's Approval: Indicate Contractor's approval for each submittal with a uniform approval stamp. Include name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

1. COR will not review submittals received from Contractor that do not have

Contractor's review and approval.

1.10 COR'S REVIEW

A. Action Submittals: COR will review each submittal, indicate corrections or revisions required.

1. PDF Submittals: COR will indicate, via markup on each submittal, the appropriate action.

2. Paper Submittals: COR will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action.

B. Informational Submittals: COR will review each submittal and will not return it or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. COR will forward each submittal to appropriate party.

C. Partial submittals prepared for a portion of the Work will be reviewed when use of partial submittals has received prior approval from COR.

D. Incomplete submittals are unacceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned for resubmittal without review.

E. COR will discard submittals received from sources other than Contractor.

F. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will be returned by COR without action.

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END OF SECTION 013300

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CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES 017700 - 1

SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Substantial Completion procedures.

2. Final completion procedures.

3. Warranties.

4. Final cleaning.

5. Repair of the Work.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of cleaning agent.

B. Contractor's List of Incomplete Items: Initial submittal at Substantial Completion.

C. Certified List of Incomplete Items: Final submittal at final completion.

1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Certificates of Release: From authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Certificate of Insurance: For continuing coverage.

1.5 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

A. Schedule of Maintenance Material Items: For maintenance material submittal items specified in other Sections.

1.6 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. Contractor's List of Incomplete Items: Prepare and submit a list of items to be completed and corrected (Contractor's punch list), indicating the value of each item on the list and reasons why the Work is incomplete.

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B. Submittals Prior to Substantial Completion: Complete the following a minimum of 10 days prior to requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion. List items below that are incomplete at time of request.

1. Certificates of Release: Obtain and submit releases from authorities having jurisdiction permitting BLM unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases.

2. Submit closeout submittals specified in other Division 01 Sections, including project record documents, operation and maintenance manuals, damage or settlement surveys, property surveys, and similar final record information.

3. Submit closeout submittals specified in individual Sections, including specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final certifications, and similar documents.

4. Submit maintenance material submittals specified in individual Sections, including tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items, and deliver to location designated by CO/COR. Label with manufacturer's name and model number.

a. Schedule of Maintenance Material Items: Prepare and submit schedule of maintenance material submittal items, including name and quantity of each item and name and number of related Specification Section. Obtain CO’s/COR’s signature for receipt of submittals.

5. Submit testing, adjusting, and balancing records.

6. Submit changeover information related to BLM's occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

C. Procedures Prior to Substantial Completion: Complete the following a minimum of 10 days prior to requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion. List items below that are incomplete at time of request.

1. Advise CO/COR/BLM of pending insurance changeover requirements.

2. Complete startup and testing of systems and equipment.

3. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment used prior to Substantial

Completion.

4. Instruct COR in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

5. Advise COR of changeover in utility services; if any.

6. Participate with COR in conducting inspection and walkthrough.

7. Terminate and remove temporary facilities from Project site, along with mockups, construction tools, and similar elements.

8. Complete final cleaning requirements.

9. Touch up paint and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

D. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection to determine Substantial Completion a minimum of 7 days prior to date the Work will be completed and ready for final inspection and tests. On receipt of request, CO/COR will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO/COR, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

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1. Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for final completion.

1.7 FINAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. Submittals Prior to Final Completion: Before requesting final inspection for determining final completion, complete the following:

1. Submit a final Application for Payment.

2. Certified List of Incomplete Items: Submit certified copy of CO’s/COR's Substantial

Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO/COR. Certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

3. Certificate of Insurance: Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection to determine acceptance a minimum of 10 days prior to date the work will be completed and ready for final inspection and tests. On receipt of request, CO/COR will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO/COR will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

1.8 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Organization of List: Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

1. Organize list of spaces in sequential order.

2. Organize items applying to each space by major element, including categories for ceiling, individual walls, floors, equipment, and building systems.

3. Include the following information at the top of each page:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name of CO/COR.

d. Name of Contractor.

e. Page number.

4. Submit list of incomplete items in the following format:

a. PDF electronic file. CO/COR will return annotated file.

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1.9 SUBMITTAL OF PROJECT WARRANTIES

A. Time of Submittal: Submit written warranties on request of CO/COR for designated portions of the Work where warranties are indicated to commence on dates other than date of Substantial Completion, or when delay in submittal of warranties might limit BLM's rights under warranty.

B. Partial Occupancy: Submit properly executed warranties within 15 days of completion of designated portions of the Work that are completed and occupied or used by BLM during construction period by separate agreement with Contractor.

C. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of Project Manual.

D. Warranty Electronic File: Provide warranties in PDF format. Assemble complete warranty submittal package into a single electronic PDF file with bookmarks enabling navigation to each item. Provide bookmarked table of contents at beginning of document.

E. Warranties in Paper Form:

1. Provide one (1) set and bind warranties in heavy-duty, three-ring, vinyl-covered, loose-leaf binders, thickness as necessary to accommodate contents, and sized to receive 8-1/2-by-11-inch paper.

2. Provide heavy paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each separate warranty. Mark tab to identify the product or installation. Provide a typed description of the product or installation, including the name of the product and the name, address, and telephone number of Installer.

3. Identify each binder on the front and spine with the typed or printed title "WARRANTIES," Project name, and name of Contractor.

F. Provide additional copies of each warranty to include in operation and maintenance manuals.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Perform final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

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B. Cleaning: Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning. Clean each surface or unit to condition expected in an average commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a designated portion of Project:

a. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

b. Sweep paved areas broom clean. Remove petrochemical spills, stains, and other foreign deposits.

c. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

d. Remove snow and ice to provide safe access to building.

e. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing natural weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition.

f. Sweep concrete floors broom clean in unoccupied spaces.

g. Remove labels that are not permanent.

h. Wipe surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment and similar equipment. Remove excess lubrication, paint and mortar droppings, and other foreign substances.

i. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

C. Construction Waste Disposal: Dispose all waste materials following all local and federal regulations.

3.2 REPAIR OF THE WORK

A. Complete repair and restoration operations before requesting inspection for determination of Substantial Completion.

B. Repair, or remove and replace, defective construction. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment. Where damaged or worn items cannot be repaired or restored, provide replacements. Remove and replace operating components that cannot be repaired. Restore damaged construction and permanent facilities used during construction to specified condition.

1. Remove and replace chipped, scratched, and broken glass, reflective surfaces, and other damaged transparent materials.

2. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred or exposed finishes and surfaces. Replace finishes and surfaces that that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

a. Do not paint over "UL" and other required labels and identification, including mechanical and electrical nameplates. Remove paint applied to required labels and identification.

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3. Replace parts subject to operating conditions during construction that may impede operation or reduce longevity.

END OF SECTION 017700

WEATHER BARRIERS

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SECTION 07 25 00

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

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Weather Barrier Membrane

2. Seam Tape

3. Self-Adhered Flashing

4. Weather Barrier Accessories - Fasteners

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 074640 "Vinyl Siding" for installation of Vinyl siding.

1.3 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

A. Preinstallation Conference: Conduct conference at Project Site as Directed by COR.

1. Meet with COR and installers of work that interfaces with or affects weather barrier.

2. Review methods and procedures related to weather barrier installation, including manufacturer's written instructions.

3. Review and finalize construction, and verify availability of materials, Installer's personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to make progress and avoid delays.

4. Examine substrate conditions and finishes for compliance with requirements.

5. Review flashings, special weather barrier details, weather barrier penetrations, and condition of other construction that affects weather barrier.

6. Review weather barrier manufacturer's Project Registration and Observation process.

7. Review Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan "Moisture Protection for Absorbent Materials."

8. Review temporary protection requirements for weather barrier during and after installation.

1.4 REFERENCES

A. ASTM International

1. ASTM C920; Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants

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2. ASTM C1193; Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants

3. ASTM D882; Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting

4. ASTM D1117; Standard Guide for Evaluating Non-woven Fabrics

5. ASTM E84; Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

6. ASTM E96; Test Method for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials

7. ASTM E1677; Specification for Air Barrier Material or System for Low-Rise Framed Building Walls

8. ASTM E2178; Test Method for Air Permeance of Building Materials

B. AATCC – American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists

1. Test Method 127 Water Resistance: Hydrostatic Pressure Test

C. TAPPI

1. Test Method T-410; Grams of Paper and Paperboard (Weight per Unit Area)

2. Test Method T-460; Air Resistance (Gurley Hill Method)

1.5 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Refer to Section 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer current technical literature for each component.

1. For weather barrier, include data on air and water-vapor permeance based on testing in accordance with referenced standards.

C. Shop Drawings: Show details of weather barrier at terminations, openings, and penetrations. Show details of flexible flashing applications.

1.6 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Evaluation Report: For weather barrier, from ICC-ES.

B. AAMA Verified Component Listing status for flexible flashings.

C. Manufacturer's Instructions: For installation of each product specified.

D. Samples: Weather Barrier membrane, minimum 8-1/2 inches by 11 inch.

E. Qualification Data: For Installer and laboratory mockup testing agency when asked by COR.

F. Sample Warranty: For manufacturer's warranty. How many years?

G. Reports: Field test and inspection reports.

H. Installer's weather barrier manufacturer-training certificate.

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1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: A qualified firm that is certified by weather barrier system manufacturer to install manufacturer's product in accordance with manufacturer’s installation guidelines and recommendations.

B. Mockups: Build mockups, when asked by COR, to set quality standards for materials and execution.

1. Build integrated mockups of exterior wall assembly where instructed by COR, 150 sq. ft. (14 sq. m), incorporating backup wall construction, external cladding, window, storefront, door frame and sill, insulation, ties and other penetrations, and flashing to demonstrate surface preparation, crack and joint treatment, application of weather barriers, and sealing of gaps, terminations, and penetrations of air-barrier assembly.

2. Approval of mockups does not constitute approval of deviations from the Contract Documents contained in mockups unless COR specifically approves such deviations in writing.

C. Manufacturer's Field Service: When asked by COR, register project with weather barrier manufacturer prior to installation of weather barrier and comply with weather barrier manufacturer's Project registration and observation process.

D. Source Limitations: Provide weather barrier and accessory materials produced by single manufacturer.

1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver weather barrier materials and components in manufacturer’s original, unopened, undamaged containers with identification labels intact.

B. Store weather barrier materials as recommended by system manufacturer. Do not store near heat source or open flame.

1.9 SCHEDULING

A. Review requirements for sequencing of installation of weather barrier assembly with installation of windows, doors, louvers and flashings to provide a weather-tight barrier assembly. Install the weather barrier prior to installing all moldings of doors and frames.

1.10 WARRANTY

A. Manufacturer's Product Warranty: To repair or replace weather barrier product that fails in materials within specified warranty period when all terms of Warranty are met.

1. Warranty Period: 10 years from date of completion of project.

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B. Manufacturer's Product and Labor Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace weather barrier that fails in materials within specified warranty period, including removal and replacement of affected construction up to manufacturer’s limits when all terms of Warranty are met.

1. Warranty Period: 10 years from date of completion of project.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MANUFACTURERS

A. DuPont Performance Building Solutions, Tyvek HomeWrap or Equal; 200 Powder Mill Road, DuPont

Experimental Station 356 Wilmington, Delaware 19803; 1-800-448-9835; building.dupont.com

2.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. General Performance: Installed weather barrier and accessories shall withstand specified wind pressures for the local condition as stated in local codes, liquid water penetration, and water vapor pressures, without failure due to defective manufacture of products.

2.3 WEATHER BARRIER

A. Performance Characteristics:

1. Air Penetration Resistance: <0.004 cfm/ft2 at 1.57 psf, when tested in accordance with ASTM E2178.

2. Type I Air Barrier Material when tested in accordance with ASTM E1677.

3. Type II Water Resistive Barrier when tested in accordance with ASTM E2556

4. Water Vapor Transmission: 56 perms, when tested in accordance with ASTM E96-05, Method A.

5. Water Penetration Resistance: 250 cm when tested in accordance with AATCC Test Method 127.

6. Basis Weight: 1.8 oz/yd2, when tested in accordance with TAPPI Test Method T-410.

7. Air Resistance: 1200 seconds, when tested in accordance with TAPPI Test Method T-460.

8. Breaking Strength: 30/30 lbs/in., when tested in accordance with ASTM D882.

9. Tear Resistance: 8/6 lbs, when tested in accordance with ASTM D1117.

10. Surface Burning Characteristics: Class A, when tested in accordance with ASTM E84. Flame Spread: 15, Smoke Developed: 15.

2.4 WEATHER BARRIER FLASHING

A. Conformable Weather Barrier Flashing: Composite flashing material composed of micro-creped, polyethylene laminate with a 100 percent butyl-based adhesive layer; AAMA 711 Class A (no primer), Level 3 thermal exposure, 176 deg F (80 deg C) for 7 days.

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1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, DuPont™ FlexWrap™ NF or comparable/equal product.

2. Conformability: Able to create a seamless sill pan extending up the jambs without cuts, patches, or fasteners.

3. Water Penetration: No leakage at 15 psf (720 Pa) per ASTM E 331.

4. Low Temperature Adhesion: Exceeds minimum value of 1.5 lb./in. (0.26N/mm) at 25 degrees F (minus 4 deg C) as Class A (without primer use).

5. Adhesion After Water Immersion: Exceeds minimum value of 1.5 lb./in. (0.26N/mm), after AAMA 800, Sections 2.4.1.3.1/2.4.1.4.3, Test B.

B. Conformable Weather Barrier Flashing for Sealing Penetrations: Composite flashing material composed of micro-creped, polyethylene laminate with a 100 percent butyl-based adhesive layer; AAMA 711 Class A (no primer), Level 3 thermal exposure, 176 deg F (80 deg C) for 7 days.

1. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, DuPont™ FlexWrap™ EZ or comparable/equal product.

2. Conformability: Able to create a continuous watertight seal around penetrations from weather barrier to penetration without cuts, patches, or fasteners.

3. Water Penetration: No leakage at 15 psf (720 Pa) per ASTM E 331.

4. Low Temperature Adhesion: Exceeds minimum value of 1.5 lb./in. (0.26N/mm) at 25 degrees F (minus 4 deg C) as Class A (without primer use).

5. Adhesion After Water Immersion: Exceeds minimum value of 1.5 lb./in. (0.26N/mm), after AAMA 800, Sections 2.4.1.3.1/2.4.1.4.3, Test B.

C. Strip Flashing: Composite flashing material composed of spunbonded polyethylene laminate with 100 percent butyl-based, adhesive layer; AAMA 711, Class A (no primer), Level 3 thermal exposure, 176 deg F (80 deg C)…