Attch_1_GMNF_2015_Manchester_RDO_Energy_Retrofit_ _Renovations_Project_Specifications.pdf

Manchester Ranger District Office Energy Retrofit & Renovations

CONTRACT # 1102 (LA Group Original Contract #) USDA Forest Service Project # 1501

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

USDA- Forest Service R9 Technical Services Team- TST

April 3, 2015

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 0 – BIDDING AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

000300 Bid Form

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01110 Summary of Work 01310 Project Meetings 01312 Mechanical and Electrical Coordination 01323 Schedules and Monthly Inspections 01330 Submittals 01350 Archeological Protection 013515 Sustainability Goals 01360 Accident Prevention 01420 Reference Standards 01430 Contractor Quality Control 01510 Temporary Services 01520 Field Offices and Sheds 01560 Barriers 01570 Temporary Controls.

01571 Storm Water Pollution Prevention 01600 Material and Equipment 016116 VOC Content Restrictions 01720 Field Engineering 017419 Waste Management and Disposal 01770 Project Closeout 01785 Operation and Maintenance Data 01815 System Demonstration and Training

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024100 Demolition

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

033000 Cast-In-Place Concrete

DIVISION 5 – METAL

055000 Metal Bollards

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

061000 Rough Carpentry 062000 Finish Carpentry 064220 Plastic Bollards

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

072100 Thermal Insulation 072119 Foamed-In-Place Insulation 072126 Blown Insulation 072500 Weather Barriers 073113 Asphalt Shingles 074623 Wood Siding 079005 Joint Sealers

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

081113 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 081416 Flush Wood Doors 084313 Aluminum-Framed Storefronts 085200 Wood Windows 087100 Door Hardware 088000 Glazing

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

092116 Gypsum Board Assemblies 095100 Acoustical Ceilings 096500 Resilient Flooring 096800 Carpeting 099000 Painting and Coating

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

101400 Signage 102800 Toilet, Bath and Laundry Accessories 104400 Fire Protection Specialties

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

220000 Basic Mechanical Requirements for Plumbing 220500 Common Work Results for Plumbing 220513 Common Motor Requirements for Plumbing Equipment 220518 Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping 220519 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping 220523 General Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping 220529 Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 220553 Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 220700 Plumbing Insulation 221116 Domestic Water Piping 221119 Domestic Water Piping Specialties 221123 Domestic Water Pumps 221316 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping 221319 Sanitary Waste Piping Specialties 221613 Fuel Gas Piping 223300 Electric, Domestic-Water Heaters 224000 Plumbing Fixtures

DIVISION 23 – HVAC

230000 Basic Mechanical Requirements for HVAC 230500 Common Work Results for HVAC 230513 Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment 230553 Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment 230593 Testing, Adjusting and Balancing for HVAC 230700 HVAC Insulation 230900 Instrumentation and Control for HVAC 230993 Sequence of Operations for HVAC Controls 232300 Refrigerant Piping 233113 Metal Ducts 233300 Air Duct Accessories 233423 HVAC Power Ventilators 233713 Diffusers, Registers and Grilles 235400 Furnaces 238126 Heat Pump Units

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

260000 Electrical Work

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

271005 Cabling for Voice and Data

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

281300 Access Control

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

312200 Grading 312316 Excavation 312323 Fill

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

321216 Asphalt Paving 329219 Seeding

Green Mountain National Forest Manchester Ranger District Office Energy Retrofit & Renovations Manchester, Vermont

BID FORM BID FORM - 1

SECTION 00 0300 - BID FORM

TO: US Forest Service

1. Pursuant to and in compliance with the Advertisement for Bids and the proposed Contract Documents relating to the Construction of:

US Forest Service Manchester Office Energy Retrofit Including Addenda No(s).

The undersigned, having become thoroughly familiar with the terms and conditions of the proposed Contract Documents and with the local conditions affecting the performance and costs of the work at the place where work is to be performed, and having fully inspected the site in all particulars, hereby proposes and agrees to fully perform the Work within the time stated and in strict accordance with the Contract Documents, including furnishing any and all labor and materials, and to do all the Work required to construct and complete said Work in accordance with the Contract Documents, for the following sum of money:

A. BASE BID (PHASE 1): All labor, materials, services, and equipment necessary for completion of the Base Bid Work described on the Drawings and in the Specifications:

Dollars ($ ).

B. SCHEDULE OF VALUES (PHASE 1)

List subcontractors and construction value for each division.

Division Major Sub-contractor Base Bid Amount

02 – Existing Cond.

03 – Concrete

05 – Metal

06 – Wood & Plastic

07 – Thermal & Moisture Protection

08 – Doors & Windows

09 – Finishes

10 – Specialties

22 – Plumbing

23 – HVAC

26 – Electrical

27 – Communications

28 – Electronic Safety & Security

31/32 – Earthwork & Exterior Improvements

Contributed Capital -$ of energy improvement fixtures/ equipment rebates from the State of Vermont.

BID FORM BID FORM - 2

C. OPTIONAL BID ITEM (PHASE 2): All labor, materials, services, and equipment necessary for completion of the Optional Bid Work described on the Drawings and in the Specifications :

Dollars ($ ).

D. SCHEDULE OF VALUES (PHASE 2)

List subcontractors and construction value for each division.

Division Major Sub-contractor Optional Bid Amount

02 – Existing Cond.

03 – Concrete

05 – Metal

06 – Wood & Plastic

07 – Thermal & Moisture Protection

08 – Doors & Windows

09 – Finishes

10 – Specialties

22 – Plumbing

23 – HVAC

26 – Electrical

27 – Communications

28 – Electronic Safety & Security

31/32 – Earthwork & Exterior Improvements

Contributed Capital -$ of energy improvement fixtures/ equipment rebates from the State of Vermont.

2. A Bid Bond or Bid Security of five percent (5%) of the Base Bid amount is attached in the sum of: Dollars ($ ) with the understanding that if the bidder refuses to enter into a Contract, the Owner may retain the amount as liquidated damages but not as a penalty.

3. The undersigned acknowledges the Owner’s right to reject this bid and that this bid shall remain open and not be withdrawn for a period of ninety (90) days from the date prescribed for its receipt.

4. If written notice of the acceptance of this bid is mailed or delivered to the undersigned within ninety (90) days after the date prescribed for its receipt, or any time thereafter before it is withdrawn, the Undersigned will execute and deliver the Contract to the Owner in accordance with this Bid as accepted, and will also will furnish and deliver to the Owner the Performance Bond, Payment Bond, and Certificate as to Corporate Principal, all within fifteen (15) days after personal delivery or after deposit in the mail of the notification of acceptance of this bid.

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5. Notice of acceptance, or request for additional information, may be addressed to the undersigned at the address set forth below.

6. Prior to signing a Contract for construction, the successful bidder will deliver to the Owner a

"Labor and Material Payment Bond" and a "Performance Bond" for this project. Each bond is to be in the amount of one hundred percent (100%) of the contract sum.

7. In the event the Contractor proposes or is requested or required by the Owner to supply labor, equipment, material or subcontract services in conjunction with a Change to the Work, reimbursement shall be based upon an actual and reasonable cost plus a mark-up of percent ( %) to cover Contractor's overhead and profit. The COR will require verification in terms of invoices, wage rates, time records, etc.

8. The undersigned agrees to use iron, steel and manufactured goods produced in the United States in compliance with the “Buy American” provision of the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act of 2009.

9. End of the Year Solicitation:

In accordance with FAR 52.232-18, the items or services in this solicitation are being requested should End of the Fiscal Year Funds become available. By soliciting for these items or services prior to the receipt of the required funds it is the Contracting Officers intent to have all necessary actions and paperwork ready for an award. Should the allocated funds become available they will do so on or before 30 September 2015. In order to streamline the process please have all quoted prices valid through 30 September 2015.

52.232-18 – Availability of Funds.

Funds are not presently available for this contract. The Government’s obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.

(end of clause)

Respectfully Submitted, by

Name of Company

Business Address

City State Zip

(seal, if bid is by corporation)

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01110

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1 .1 DESCRIPTION

A. The work of this contract consists of the rehabilitation of the building thermal envelope, finishes and HVAC systems and minor sitework.

B. All work will be performed under a single contract.

1 .2 LOCATION

A. 2538 Depot Street, Manchester Center, Vermont.

1 .3 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF PREMISES

A. The building site will be closed to the public during construction. However, maintain access for

US Forest Service administrative and other official business throughout the construction phase.

Maintain access for the US Forest Service to the adjacent garage.

B. The Contractor shall have full use of the building indicated for renovation. The Owner shall remove all furnishings prior to commencement of construction. Maintain the building in a weathertight and secure condition throughout the construction period.

C. Preservation of Natural Features: Confine all operations to limits shown for the project. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

1. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones.

2. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval. Consult with Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

3. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

4. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near trees to prevent damage.

D. Existing Utilities: Notify COR and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

1. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

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2. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, repair utility. An equitable adjustment will be made in accordance with the Changes clause of the contract.

E. Hauling Restrictions: Comply with all legal load restrictions in the hauling of materials. Load restrictions on state roads. A special permit will not relieve Contractor of liability for damage which may result from moving of equipment.

1 .4 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verifies all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

1 .5 CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

A. The Government will furnish and install furnishing system upon Substantial Completion.

B. All other materials, including borrow and aggregates, shall be Contractor-furnished from outside the USDA Forest Service.

PART 2 PRODUCTS NOT USED.

PART 3 EXECUTION NOT USED.

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SECTION 01310

PROJECT MEETINGS

1 .1 PRECONSTRUCTIONCONFERENCE

A. Before start of construction, COR will arrange an on-site meeting with Contractor. The meeting agenda will include the following as a minimum:

1. Park rules and regulations

2. Authorized Representatives

3. Correspondence procedures

4. Labor standards provisions

5. Payroll reports

6. Modifications

7. Payments to Contractor

8. Acceptance/rejection

9. Construction progress

10. Subcontractors

11. Cultural resource studies

12. Documents required under the contract

13. Submittal of shop drawings, project data, samples, and approved equals

14. As-constructed drawings/operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals

15. Saturday, Sunday, holiday and night work

16. Reference materials

17. Contractor quality control

18. Value Analysis

19. Liquidated damages

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20. Notice to proceed

21. Construction schedule

B. Submittals required prior to Pre-Construction Conference – The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. COR will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference.

1. Letter designating your Project Superintendent

2. Proposed Construction Progress Schedule

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values

4. Accident Prevention Plan

5. A list of subcontractors for this project (must be same as in your proposal)

6. Written statements from your subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses

7. Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the Contactor and all subcontractors

8. Waste and Recycling Plan

9. Quality Control Plan

10. Location of source for borrow material (if applicable)

11. Storm and Waste Water Pollution Prevention Plan

C. All items listed must be provided to the COR before the Pre-Construction Conference is held. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed will not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued.

1 .2 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. The COR will schedule weekly meetings with the Contractor.

B. The meeting agenda will include the following as a minimum:

1. Approval of minutes of previous meetings

2. Submittal status

3. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules

4. Requests for information (RFI) and other issues

5. Modifications

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6. Work in progress and projected

7. Schedule update (provide updated CPM)

8. Status of Project Record Drawings and O&M manuals

9. Other business relating to work

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SECTION 01312

MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL COORDINATION

A. The following schedule clarifies the division of labor and materials between Division 15, Mechanical, and Division 16, Electrical. Contractor shall have overall control for assignment of work and responsibility for completeness and proper operation of work as specified and shown on drawings. MD indicates Mechanical Division and ED indicates Electrical Division.

ENERAL COMMENTS: Modify this table to reflect the items specified and their location in Div.

5 or 16. List only items unique to your project.

Items

Products Under

Execution Under

Power Wiring Under

Control Wiring Under

Equipment Motors MD MD ED ED Motor Starters and Overloa d Relays Not Included with Equipment

ED ED ED ED

Disconnect Switches Not Included with Equipment

ED ED ED

Time Clocks and Switches ED ED ED Thermostats, Control Relays, Control Transformers, Damper Motors

MD MD ED MD

Fan Speed Controls MD ED ED ED Duct Smoke Detectors ED MD ED ED Electric Heaters MD MD ED MD Fire Protection Alarm and Tamper Switches MD MD ED ED

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SECTION 01323

PROJECT SCHEDULE AND MONTHLY INSPECTIONS

A. Summary: The work of this section consists of project schedule requirements including preparation of a project schedule, schedule updates, schedule revisions and time impact analysis.

The project schedule shall be based upon the Critical Path Method (CPM) for planning, scheduling and reporting progress of the Work.

B. Purpose: The purpose of the project schedule is to ensure adequate planning, coordination, scheduling, and reporting during execution of the work by the Contractor. The project schedule will assist the Contractor and COR in monitoring the progress of the work, evaluating proposed changes, and processing the Contractor's monthly progress payment.

C. Software: The software shall be the latest version of Primavera Project Planner (P3), SureTrak

Project Scheduler, Microsoft Project, or approved equal. The Contractor shall provide to the COR a licensed copy of the software used for the project schedule and a software reference manual. The software and reference manual will be returned to the Contractor at completion of the Contract.

1 .2 SUBMITTALS:

A. Project Schedule: After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference, submit one electronic copy on PC compatible CD-ROM and 2 paper copies of the proposed project schedule, and accompanying CPM Schedule Reports.

B. Project Schedule Updates: On or before the 7th day preceding the progress payment request date, submit estimates of the percent completion of each schedule activity and necessary supporting data. Provide two paper copies and one electronic copy.

C. Project Schedule Revisions and Time Impact Analysis: Submit one electronic copy and two paper copies of a Time Impact Analysis. Each Time Impact Analysis shall include a Fragmentary Network (Fragnet) demonstrating how the Contractor proposes to incorporate a modification, change, delay, or Contractor request into the project schedule.

D. Schedule of Values

1. After contract award and before the Pre-Construction conference submit a schedule of dollar values based on the Contract Bid Schedule. Breakdown each lump-sum bid item into component parts of work for which progress payments may be requested. The total costs for the component parts of work shall equal the bid amount for that lump-sum item. The COR may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. Include mobilization, general condition costs, overhead and profit in the total dollar value of unit price items and in the

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2. Do not break down unit price bid items. Use only the bid amount for unit price items.

3. The total cost of all items shall equal the contract sum. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for progress payments.

4. An acceptable Schedule of Values shall be agreed upon by the Contractor and COR before the first progress payment is processed.

1 .3 PRELIMINARY REQUIREMENTS

A. Meeting: The Contractor shall meet with the COR on the day of the preconstruction conference to go over any questions or issues relating to the initial schedule review comments, and check on the progress of incorporating the review comments.

B. Contractor's Schedule Representative: Before or at the preconstruction conference, designate in writing and provide the qualifications of an authorized representative in the Contractor's organization who shall be responsible for coordinating with the COR during the preparation and maintenance of the project schedule.

1 .4 PROJECT SCHEDULE

A. Schedule Development:

1. The late finish date shown on the schedule shall be the same date as the last day of the contract period.

2. The Contractor shall use the Precedence Diagram Method (PDM) with limited use of lead or lag duration’s between schedule activities. The Contractor's project schedule shall consist of procurement activities (including mobilization, submittal, and the fabrication and delivery of key and long-lead procurement items) and construction activities.

3. The Contractor's project schedule shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following for each activity:

a. Identify each and every activity number with numerical designations (maximum 5-digit).

Numbering of activities shall be in increments of 10 digits.

b. Concise description of the work represented by the activity (maximum 48 characters).

Avoid the use of non-standard abbreviations. The work related to each activity shall be limited to one work trade.

c. Activity duration in whole working days with a maximum duration of 15 work days each, unless otherwise approved by the COR, except for non-construction activities including mobilization, shop drawing and sample submittals, fabrication of materials, delivery of materials and equipment, and concrete curing.

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4. In developing the project schedule, ensure that subcontractor work at all tiers, as well as the prime contractor’s work, is included and coordinated in the project schedule.

5. The project schedule as developed shall show the sequence and interdependence of activities required for complete performance of the work. Ensure all work sequences are logical and the project schedule shows a coordinated plan of the work.

6. Proposed duration assigned to each activity shall be the Contractor's best estimate of time required to complete the activity considering the scope and resources planned for the activity.

7. Resource loading of each activity shall list all personnel by labor category and equipment type and capacity proposed to complete the activity in the duration shown.

8. Consider seasonal weather conditions in planning and scheduling all work influenced by high or low ambient temperatures, wind and/or precipitation to ensure completion of all work within the contract time. Show anticipated weather conditions on project calendar.

B. Joint Review, Revision, and Acceptance:

1. Within seven calendar days of receipt of the Contractor's proposed project schedule, the

COR and Contractor shall meet for joint review, correction, or adjustment of the proposed project schedule. Any areas which, in the opinion of the COR, conflict with timely completion of the project shall be subject to revision by the Contractor.

2. In the event the Contractor fails to define any element of work, activity, or logic, and the

COR review does not detect this omission or error, such omission or error, when discovered by the Contractor or COR, shall be corrected by the Contractor at the next monthly project schedule update and shall not affect the contract time.

3. Within seven calendar days after the joint review between the Contractor and COR, the

Contractor shall revise and resubmit the project schedule in accordance with agreements reached during the joint review.

4. Upon acceptance of the project schedule by the COR, the project schedule will be used to evaluate the Contractor's monthly applications for payment based upon information developed at the monthly project schedule update meeting.

1 .5 PROJECT SCHEDULE UPDATES

A. General: Update the project schedule on a monthly basis throughout the entire contract time and until project substantial completion. The status date of each schedule update shall be the 7th day preceding the progress payment request date.

B. Procedure: The Contractor shall meet with the COR each month at a project schedule update meeting to review actual progress made through the status date of the project schedule update, including dates activities were started and/or completed and the percentage of work completed on each activity started and/or completed.

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C. Progress Payments: The monthly updating of the project schedule shall be an integral part of the process upon which progress payments will be made under this contract. If the contractor fails to provide schedule updates or revisions, then a portion of his monthly payment may be retained until such corrections have been made.

1 .6 PROJECT SCHEDULE REVISIONS

A. Required Revisions: If, as a result of the monthly schedule update, it appears the project schedule no longer represents the actual prosecution and progress of the work, the COR will request, and the Contractor shall submit, a revision to the project schedule. The Contractor may also request reasonable revisions to the project schedule in the event the Contractor's planning for the work is revised. If the Contractor desires to make changes in the project schedule, the Contractor shall notify the COR in writing, stating the reason for the proposed revision. Accepted revisions will be incorporated into the project schedule at the next monthly schedule update.

B. Procedure: If revision to the project schedule is contemplated, the Contractor or COR shall so advise the other in writing at least seven calendar days prior to the next schedule update meeting, describing the revision and setting forth the reasons therefore. Government-requested revisions to the project schedule will be presented in writing to the Contractor, who shall respond in writing within seven calendar days.

1 .7 TIME IMPACT ANALYSIS FOR CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS, CHANGES, DELAYS,

AND CONTRACTOR REQUESTS

A. Requirements: When contract modifications or changes are initiated, delays are experienced, or the Contractor desires to revise the project schedule, the Contractor shall submit to the COR a written time impact analysis illustrating the influence of each modification, change, delay, or Contractor request on the contract time and then received by the CO for approval.

B. Time Extensions: Activity delays shall not automatically mean that an extension of the contract time is warranted or due the Contractor. It is possible that a modification, change, or delay will not affect existing critical path activities or cause non-critical activities to become critical. A modification, change, or delay may result in only absorbing a part of the available total float that may exist within an activity chain of the project schedule, thereby not causing any effect on the contract time. Time extensions will be granted in accordance with the terms of the contract.

C. Float: Float is not for the exclusive use or benefit of either the Government or the Contractor.

Extension of the contract time will be granted only to the extent the equitable time adjustments to the activity or activities affected by the modification, change, or delay exceeds the total (positive or zero) float available on a particular activity.

D. Procedure: Each time impact analysis shall be submitted within the time period stated in a request for proposal, or the time period designated under the clauses entitled Changes or Default.

In cases where the Contractor does not submit a written request for extension of time and a time impact analysis within the designated time, it is mutually agreed that the particular modification, change, delay, or Contractor request does not require an extension of the contract time. Upon acceptance, the time impact analysis shall be incorporated into the project schedule at the next monthly schedule update.

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1 .8 MONTHLY INSPECTIONS

A. Project record drawings as specified in Section 01770.

B. Operation and maintenance data binders as specified in Section 01785.

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SECTION 01 3300

SUBMITTALS

A. The work of this section consists of submittal requirements before and during construction.

1 .2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01770 – Project Closeout

1 .3 SUBMITTAL AND APPROVAL PROCEDURES

A. All material submittals shall be transmitted using Contractor’s official transmittal form. No action will be taken on a material submittal item unless accompanied by the transmittal form.

B. A submittal list has been attached to the end of this specification section for your convenience.

The intent is to provide an overall summary of submittal requirements and not a comprehensive list. The terms and conditions of the contract still require you to satisfy the requirements of the individual specification sections regardless of what is shown on the submittal list. Forward submittals to COR at least 30 days before need for approval. Unless a different number is specified, submit four copies of each shop drawing, four copies of manufacturer's catalog sheets (cut sheets), four specimens of each sample, and four copies of all other submittals requested.

1. Shop Drawings: Include the following information with each copy of shop drawings:

a. Date.

b. Date of revisions (when applicable).

c. Contractor's certification that shop drawing has been checked for compliance with contract documents.

d. Details of fabrication, assembly and erection including connections and engagement to contiguous work.

e. Materials used.

f. All required dimensions.

g. The term "by others" shall not be used. All work to be performed by others shall be identified by Contractor or subcontractor name, discipline, or trade.

2. Samples: Samples shall be large enough to illustrate clearly the functional characteristics and full range of color, texture, or pattern.

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3. Manufacturers' Catalog Sheets: Submit only pertinent pages; mark each copy of standard printed data to identify specific products proposed for use.

4. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: When contract documents require compliance with manufacturer's printed instructions, provide one complete set of instructions for Contracting Officer and keep another complete set of instructions at the project site until substantial completion.

C. COR reserves the right to require submittals in addition to those called for in individual sections.

If the contractor intends on supplying materials that differ from the salient characteristics specified in the individual sections, than a submittal will be required.

D. Approved Equals:

1. For each item proposed as an "approved equal," submit supporting data, including:

a. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

b. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

c. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

d. Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

e. Manufacturer's literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists. Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

2. A request for approval constitutes a representation that Contractor:

a. Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

b. Will provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

c. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

d. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

e. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

3. Construction Materials: The Contractor is encouraged to submit for approval products made out of recycled or environmentally responsible material. Every effort will be made by the USDA Forest Service to approve these materials.

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E. Coordinate all submittals and review them for legibility, accuracy, completeness, and compliance with contract requirements. Forward submittals that are related to or affect one another as a package to facilitate coordinated review. Each transmittal shall contain only data specific to that individual submittal.

F. Documents required in division 1 are to be delivered under separate cover letter. Do not use the

Transmittal form for these documents.

G. Submittal Identification:

1. COR will provide a project identification stamp which shall be applied by the Contractor.

Identification shall include the park name-package number, project title, contract number, and transmittal number.

2. All sets of shop drawings, manufacturer's catalog sheets, samples, and other documents submitted to the COR must have the identification information stamped on the submittal.

If the material is bound it will not be necessary to stamp every page, but clearly stamp the cover page with the identification stamp.

3. Identification information shall be applied to the bottom right margin on each page.

Identification information on samples shall be applied to the most readily visible area on the sample or on tags attached to sample.

H. Submittal Numbering:

1. Number each submittal consecutively.

2. For re-submittals use the original submittal number, plus a letter suffix beginning with A.

3. Additional re-submittals of the same item shall contain the original number with the next consecutive letter.

I. COR's Review:

1. Submittals will be returned disapproved without technical review if identification information is missing, not filled in, or if placed on the back of the submittal; an incorrect number or format of submittals is provided; the transmittal form is incorrectly filled out; submittals are not coordinated; or submittals do not show evidence of Contractor's approval.

2. Any work done or orders for materials or services placed before approval shall be at the Contractor's own risk.

3. After reviewing submittals, the COR will return one copy of transmittal and one copy of applicable (marked up) submittal sheets to the Contractor. Shop drawing review notations will be returned on the reproducible original shop drawing. All other submitted items will be retained.

The Contractor is responsible for producing additional copies for his/her own use.

4. The returned submittal will be marked in one of three ways as defined below:

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a. APPROVED: Acceptable with no corrections.

b. APPROVED WITH NOTATIONS: Minor corrections or clarifications required. All comments are clear and no further review is required. The Contractor shall address all review comments when proceeding with the work.

c. DISAPPROVED - RESUBMIT: Rejected as not in accordance with the contract or as requiring major corrections or clarifications. The COR will identify the reasons for disapproval. The Contractor shall revise and resubmit with changes clearly identified.

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LIST OF SUBMITTALS

Green Mountain National Forest - Manchester Ranger District

Manchester Office Energy Retrofit, Project No.

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DIVISION 2 - SITE CONSTRUCTION

02 4100 DEMOLITION X X

DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTICS

06 1000 ROUGH CARPENTRY X X

06 2000 FINISH CARPENTRY X X

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 2100 THERMAL INSULATION X X

07 2119 FOAMED-IN-PLACE INSULATION X X

07 2126 BLOWN INSULATION X X

07 2500 WEATHER BARRIERS X X

07 3113 ASPHALT SHINGLES X X X

07 4623 WOOD SIDING X X X

07 9005 JOINT SEALERS X X

DIVISION 8 - DOORS AND WINDOWS

08 1113 HOLLOW METAL DOORS & FRAMES X X X

08 1416 FLUSH WOOD DOORS X X X X

08 4313 ALUMINIUM FRAMED DOORFRONTS X X X X

08 5200 WOOD WINDOWS X X X

08 7100 DOOR HARDWARE X X X X

08 8000 GLAZING X X

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

09 2116 GYPSUM BOARD X X

09 5100 ACCOUSTICAL CEILING X X X X

09 6500 RESILIENT FLOORING X X X

09 6800 CARPETING X X X

09 9000 PAINTING & COATING X X X

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

10 1400 SIGNAGE X X X

10 2800 TOILET, BATH & LAUNDRY ACCESSORIES X X

10 4400 FIRE PROCTECTION X X

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

22 0000 BASIC MECHANICAL REQ. FOR PLUMBING X X

22 0500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING X

22 0513 COMMON MOTOR REQ. FOR PLUMBING EQUIP. X

22 0518 ESCUTCHEONS FOR PLUMBING PIPING X X

22 0519 METERS & GAGES FOR PLUMBING PIPING X X X

22 0523 GEN. DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING X X

22 0529 HANGERS & SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING & EQUIP X X X X

22 0553 IDENT. FOR PLUMBING PIPING & EQUIP X X X X

22 0700 PLUMBING INSULATION X X

22 1116 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING X X X X

22 1119 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES X X X

22 1123 DOMESTIC WATER PUMPS X X

22 1316 SANITARY WASTE & VENT PIPING X X

22 1319 SANITARY WASTE PIPING SPECIALTIES X X X

22 1613 FUEL GAS PIPING X X X X

22 4000 PLUMBING FIXTURES X X X

DIVISION 23 - HVAC

23 0000 BASIC MECHANICAL REQ. FOR HVAC X X X

23 0500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC X X

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23 0513 COMMON MOTOR REQ. FOR HVAC EQUIP. X X

23 0553 IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING & EQUIP. X X

23 0593 TESTING, ADJUST, & BALANCING FOR HVAC X X

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23 0700 HVAC INSULATION X X

23 0900 INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL FOR HVAC CONTROLS X X X

23 0993 SEQ OF OPERATIONS FOR HVAC CONTROLS X

23 2300 REFRIGERANT PIPING X X X X

23 3113 METAL DUCTS X X X

23 3300 AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES X X

23 3423 HVAC POWER VENTILATORS X X

23 3713 DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS & GRILLES X X

23 5400 FURNACES X X X

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 0000 ELECTRICAL WORK X X X

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

31 2200 GRADING X X

31 2316 EXCAVATION X

31 2323 FILL X X X

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 1216 ASPHALT PAVING X

32 9219 SEEDING X X X X

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SECTION 01350

ARCHAEOLOGICAL PROTECTION

A. The work of this section consists of protecting archaeological resources contained in soil deposits.

1 .2 DEFINITIONS

A. Archaeological Resources: Archaeological resources are the physical evidences of past human activity, including evidences of the effects of that activity on the environment.

Archaeological resources represent both prehistoric and historic time periods. They are found above and below ground and under water.

B. Archaeologically Sensitive Areas: Areas that have the potential to contain significant (National Register eligible) archaeological resources. If National Register eligible or listed archaeological resources could not be avoided, an appropriate mitigation strategy would be developed in consultation with the state historic preservation officer and, if necessary, associated American Indian tribes.

C. Non-sensitive Areas: Areas with little, if any, potential of containing significant (National Register eligible) archaeological resources.

D. Archaeological Monitor: Representative of the Government designated to oversee construction activities that could disturb archaeological resources.

E. Archaeological Resources Protection Act (ARPA) of 1979 (P.L. 96-95; 93 Stat. 712): defines archaeological resources as any material remains of past human life or activities that are of archaeological interest and at least 100 years old; Section 4 of the statute describes the requirements that must be met before Federal authorities can issue a permit to excavate or remove any archaeological resource on Federal or Indian lands; the curatorial requirements of artifacts, and other materials excavated or removed.

1 .3 SUBMITTALS

A. 30 days before start of ground-disturbing site work, submit a Daily Work Schedule, detailing construction work in archaeologically sensitive areas. Key schedule to drawings and include the following information:

1. Starting and ending dates of ground-disturbing construction.

2. Locations of temporary facilities, such as barriers, field offices, staging areas, sanitary facilities, borrow pits, and haul and access roads.

3. Types of construction, such as clearing, topsoil stripping, structure or trench excavation, landscaping, and post construction clean-up.

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4. Methods and equipment used for each type of construction.

5. Plan for relocating work in the event of temporary work stoppages at each archaeologically sensitive area.

B. For archaeological investigation carried out by non-USFS personnel, the following applies:

1. A permit is required for any archaeological investigations (e.g. excavation, shovel testing, coring, pedestrian survey, underwater archeology, rock art documentation, or other types of reconnaissance including the archaeological monitoring of construction) carried out on parklands by non-USFS personnel, unless carried out under a contract or a cooperative agreement specifically written for archaeological investigations. Permits are issued under the Archaeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 (ARPA). The USFS does not issue a permit for archaeological investigations carried out by USFS archeologists, or to archeologists working on USFS archaeological projects under a contract or cooperative agreement provided that the requirements of ARPA have otherwise been met.

2. Applicants should submit a Permit Application (DI Form 1926 (Rev Sept 2004) OMB

No. 1024-0037, approved through 1/31/2008 – the Permit Application form is available in pdf format) to the COR.

1 .4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. At least one week before on-site work begins, Contractor shall meet with COR and Archaeological Monitor to discuss Daily Work Schedule and equipment and special methods to be used in archaeologically sensitive areas. Contractor shall ensure that approved Daily Work Schedule is followed throughout construction.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2 .1 BARRICADES

A. Section 01560.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3 .1 BARRICADES

A. Construct as specified in Section 01560. Locate as directed by COR.

3 .2 OBSERVATION

A. Archaeological Monitor will observe all ground-disturbing site work, including construction of temporary facilities, at all archaeologically sensitive areas, from a safe location mutually agreed on by Contractor and Monitor. As new ground is broken, Monitor will examine excavated materials, using construction layout centerline and perimeter staking as a reference point to record locations of findings.

3 .3 DISCOVERY OF RESOURCES

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A. If Archaeological Monitor discovers resources, immediate relocation of the work to a non-sensitive area may be required to allow Monitor to take soil samples and record resources. While Archaeological Monitor is documenting resources in sensitive areas, Contractor shall relocate work to non-sensitive areas where monitoring is not normally required.

B. If resources are discovered while Archaeological Monitor is absent, stop work immediately and report the discovery to the COR.

3 .4 WORK STOPPAGE

A. The Contractor shall plan, schedule, and execute the work to prevent stoppages at one area from stopping all work at the construction site.

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SECTION 01 3515

1.1 PROJECT GOALS

SUBSTAINABILITY GOALS

A. Many of the project goals are achieved during the design of the project and are beyond the control of the Contractor. However, many other many other sustainability goals are relate to the products and procedures used for construction. Therefore, the full cooperation of the Contractor and subcontractors is essential to meeting these project requirements.

B. Contractor shall familiarize himself with the relevant requirements and provide the necessary information and instruction to all subcontractors and installers.

C. Since Contractor and subcontractors may not be familiar with the Project sustainability requirements, this section includes a summary of the products and procedures intended to achieve the project goals. It is for reference only. Many of the Project goals involve quantifying percentages by weight and cost; these require careful recordkeeping and reporting by the Contractor. Forms are included in the contract documents to assist in the reporting process.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Sections that include requirements intended to achieve sustainability goals include, but are not limited to, the following:

B. Section 01 5713 - Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control.

C. Section 01 6000 - Product Requirements: Overall project requirements for:

1. Reused products.

2. Recycled content.

3. Regionally-sourced products.

a. Contractor is not required to provide any particular minimum percentage of regionally-sourced products; however, to collect the information necessary to determine whether these goals can be achieved, Contractor is required to submit the New Product Source Form for every product for which application for payment is made.

D. Section 01 6116 - Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content Restrictions: List of product categories having VOC content restrictions, evidence required, and reporting requirements. G.

E. Section 01 7000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements:

1. Dust control and basic surface drainage.

F. Section 01 7419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal:

1. Construction and demolition waste management.

G. Section 01 9114 - Demonstration and Training:

1. Fundamental commissionin.

H. Section 03 2000 - Concrete Reinforcement:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

I. Section 03 3000 - Cast-In-Place Concrete:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

J. Section 03 3900 - Concrete Curing:

1. VOC-compliant curing compound.

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K. Section 05 5000 - Metal Fabrications:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

L. Section 06 1000 - Rough Carpentry:

1. Requirement to use regional materials.

2. VOC-compliant adhesives.

M. Section 06 1200 - Structural Insulated Panel - Roofs & Walls

1. Requirement to use regional materials.

2. VOC-compliant adhesives.

N. Section 06 2000 - Finish Carpentry:

1. Requirements to use locally/regionally harvested wood.

O. Section 06 4100 - Architectural Wood Casework:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

3. Requirement to use regional materials.

4. Requirements to use locally/regionally harvested wood.

5. VOC-compliant adhesives.

P. Section 06 6500 - Solid Polymer Fabrications:

1. VOC-compliant adhesives.

Q. Section 06 6050 - Fiberglass Plastic Panels:

1. VOC-compliant adhesives.

R. Section 07 2126 - Blown Insulation:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

S. Section 07 2140 - Sprayed Foam Insulation for Building Envelope:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

T. Section 07 2500 - Weather Barriers:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

U. Section 07 4623 - Wood Siding:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

V. Section 07 6200 - Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

W. Section 07 8400 - Firestopping:

1. VOC-compliant firestopping sealants.

X. Section 07 9005 - Joint Sealers:

1. VOC compliant sealants.

Y. Section 08 1113 - Hollow Metal Doors and Frames:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

Z. Section 08 5200 - Wood Windows:

1. Operable windows.

2. Daylighting.

3. Views.

4. Requirement to use regional materials.

AA. Section 08 8000 - Glazing:

1. Daylighting..

2. Views.

3. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

4. Requirement to use regional materials.

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AB. Section 09 2116 - Gypsum Board Assemblies:

1. Deck-to-deck sealed partitions around certain rooms where hazardous gases or chemicals may be present.

2. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

3. Requirement to use regional materials.

AC. Section 09 5100 - Acoustical Ceilings:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

AD. Section 09 6500 - Resilient Flooring:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. VOC-compliant adhesives.

AE. Section 09 9000 - Painting and Coating:

1. VOC-compliant interior opaque paints and coatings.

AF. Section 10 1440 - Interior Signage:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

AG. Section 10 2601 - Wall and Corner Guards:

1. Requirement to use materials with recycled content.

2. Requirement to use regional materials.

3. VOC-compliant adhesives.

AH. Section 22 0519 - Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping:

1. Plumbing metering devices.

AI. Section 22 1005 - Plumbing Piping:

1. Non-potable water distribution for reducing run-off rate and quantity.

2. Non-potable water distribution for landscape irrigation.

3. Non-potable water distribution for water use reduction.

AJ. Section 22 3000 - Plumbing Equipment: Plumbing pumps for non-potable water distribution:

1. For other non-potable purposes.

AK. Section 23 0519 - Meters and Gages for HVAC Piping:

1. HVAC piping system metering and monitoring devices.

AL. Section 23 0913 - Instrumentation and Control Devices for HVAC:

1. HVAC monitoring and metering devices.

2. For minimum ventilation performance.

3. Outdoor airflow measurement devices in HVAC system.

4. Carbon dioxide monitoring devices for ventilation control.

AM. Section 23 0923 - Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC:

1. Individual HVAC controls.

AN. Section 23 2113 - Hydronic Piping:

1. Non-potable water distribution for mechanical systems.

AO. Section 23 3100 - HVAC Ducts and Casings:

1. For minimum ventilation performance.

2. Separate ductwork for certain rooms where hazardous gases and chemicals may be present.

3. For mechanical ventilation for thermal comfort.

AP. Section 23 3423 - HVAC Power Ventilators: Exhaust fans:

1. For minimum ventilation performance.

2. For certain rooms where hazardous gases and chemicals may be present.

3. For mechanical ventilation for thermal comfort.

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AQ. Section 23 3600 - Air Terminal Units:

1. Locally controlled HVAC terminal units.

AR. Section 26 0914 - Electrical Power Monitoring:

1. Continuous metering of lighting, motor, and other loads.

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