FSIS_Lab_Addendum_No__1_20150716.pdf

Main Bldg. South Wing Modifications/Renovation, FSIS FSIS, USDA ARS WRRC Albany, CA

Addendum No. 1 07/16/2015 Page 1

Addendum No. 1 to the

MAIN BUILDING SOUTH WING MODIFICATIONS/RENOVATION, FSIS PROJECT

July 16, 2015

GENERAL

The following changes, additions or deletions shall be made to the following document(s); all other conditions remain the same.

Each Bidder shall be responsible for ascertaining, prior to submitting a Bid, that they have received all issued Addenda.

A. SPECIFICATIONS

The 95% contract document specifications have been added. The list below indicates the sections included in this addendum. Sections to be included in the final specifications are shown in brackets.

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 Summary of Work 01016 Safety During Construction 01040 Project Coordination 01045 Cutting and Patching 01105 Special Conditions 01200 Project Meetings 01220 Unit Prices 01310 Progress Schedules 01322 Web-Based Construction Management 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01351 Sustainable Project Requirements 01370 Schedule of Values 01420 Sources for Reference Publications 01500 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01560 Environmental Protection 01600 Materials and Equipment 01631 Products and Substitutions 01700 Contract Closeout 01730 Operation and Maintenance Data 01740 Warranties and Bonds 01781 Project Record Documents

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 02 82 14 Asbestos Abatement 02 83 19 Lead-Based/Lead-Containing Paint and Materials Stabilization and Disposal

02 84 16 Fluorescent Light Ballasts, Fluorescent Lamps, and Mercury- Containing Electrical Thermostats/Switches Removal and Disposal

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DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE - not used

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY – not used

DIVISION 5 – METALS - not used

DIVISION 6 – WOOD AND PLASTICS - not used

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

[07 54 00 Thermoplastic Membrane Roofing] 07 84 00 Firestopping 07 92 00 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

08 11 13 Steel Doors and Frames 08 71 00 Door Hardware 08 81 00 Glazing

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09 22 00 Supports for Plaster and Gypsum Board 09 29 00 Gypsum Board

[09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings] [09 65 00 Resilient Flooring] [09 67 23.14 Chemical Resistive Resinous

Flooring] [09 90 00 Paints and Coatings]

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

[10 14 00.20 Interior Signage] [10 22 13 Wire Mesh Partitions] [10 26 13 Wall and Corner Guards] [10 44 16 Fire Extinguishers]

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 23 58 Laboratory Casework and Furnishings

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

[12 21 00 Window Blinds]

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION - not used

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT – not used

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 13 Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 00 00 Plumbing, General Purpose 22 05 48.00 20 Mechanical Sound, Vibration, and

Seismic Control 22 07 19.00 40 Plumbing Piping Insulation

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22 15 14.00 40 General Service Compressed-Air Systems, Low Pressure

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

23 00 00 Air Supply, Distribution, Ventilation, and Exhaust Systems

23 03 00.00 20 Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods

23 05 15 Common Piping for HVAC 23 05 48.00 40 Vibration and Seismic Controls for

HVAC Piping and Equipment 23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 23 07 00 Thermal Insulation for Mechanical

Systems 23 08 00.00 10 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 23 09 23.13 20 BACnet Direct Digital Control

Systems for HVAC 23 21 13.00 20 Low Temperature Water (LTW) Heating

System 23 22 25.00 40 Steam Valves 23 31 13.00 40 Metal Ducts 23 82 16.00 40 Air Coils

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 00 00.00 20 Basic Electrical Materials and Methods

26 05 00.00 40 Common Work Results for Electrical 26 09 23.00 40 Lighting Control Devices 26 28 21.00 40 Automatic Transfer Switches 26 29 23 Variable Frequency Drive Systems

Under 600 Volts

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS - not used

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 31 11 Multiplex/Addressable Fire Alarm Systems

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK - not used

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS - not used

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES - not used

DIVISION 40 - PROCESS INTEGRATION

40 18 00.00 40 Vacuum Systems Process Piping

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95% CD SUBMITTAL SPECIFICATIONS

MAIN BUILDING, SOUTH WING

Modifications/Renovation

Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS)

USDA Agricultural Research Service

Western Regional Research Center

800 Buchanan Street, Albany, CA

WBSC Project No. 15AL01

TECT Project No. 1415

10 July 2015

Main Bldg. South Wing Space Modifications/Renovation

TABLE OF CONTENTS TOC-1

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 0 – BID DOCUMENTS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01010 Summary of Work 01016 Safety During Construction 01040 Project Coordination 01045 Cutting and Patching 01105 Special Conditions 01200 Project Meetings 01220 Unit Prices 01310 Progress Schedules 01322 Web-Based Construction Management 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01351 Sustainable Project Requirements 01370 Schedule of Values 01420 Sources for Reference Publications 01500 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01560 Environmental Protection 01600 Materials and Equipment 01631 Products and Substitutions 01700 Contract Closeout 01730 Operation and Maintenance Data 01740 Warranties and Bonds 01781 Project Record Documents

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 41 00 Demolition 02 82 14 Asbestos Abatement 02 83 19 Lead-Based/Lead-Containing Paint and

Materials Stabilization and Disposal 02 84 16 Fluorescent Light Ballasts, Fluorescent Lamps, and Mercury- Containing Electrical Thermostats/Switches Removal and Disposal

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE - not used

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY – not used

DIVISION 5 – METALS - not used

DIVISION 6 – WOOD AND PLASTICS - not used

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 54 00 Thermoplastic Membrane Roofing

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07 84 00 Firestopping 07 92 00 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

08 11 13 Steel Doors and Frames 08 71 00 Door Hardware 08 81 00 Glazing

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09 22 00 Supports for Plaster and Gypsum Board 09 29 00 Gypsum Board 09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings 09 65 00 Resilient Flooring 09 67 23.14 Chemical Resistive Resinous Flooring 09 90 00 Paints and Coatings

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 14 00.20 Interior Signage 10 22 13 Wire Mesh Partitions 10 26 13 Wall and Corner Guards 10 44 16 Fire Extinguishers

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 23 58 Laboratory Casework and Furnishings

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 21 00 Window Blinds

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION - not used

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT – not used

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 13 13 Wet Pipe Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 00 00 Plumbing, General Purpose 22 05 48.00 20 Mechanical Sound, Vibration, and

Seismic Control 22 07 19.00 40 Plumbing Piping Insulation

22 15 14.00 40 General Service Compressed-Air Systems, Low Pressure

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

23 00 00 Air Supply, Distribution, Ventilation, and Exhaust Systems 23 03 00.00 20 Basic Mechanical Materials and Methods

23 05 15 Common Piping For HVAC

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23 05 48.00 40 Vibration and Seismic Controls For HVAC Piping and Equipment

23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for

HVAC

23 07 00 Thermal Insulation for Mechanical Systems

23 08 00.00 10 Commissioning of HVAC Systems 23 09 23.13 20 BACnet Direct Digital Control Systems for HVAC 23 21 13.00 20 Low Temperature Water (LTW) Heating

System 23 22 25.00 40 Steam Valves 23 31 13.00 40 Metal Ducts 23 82 16.00 40 Air Coils

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 00 00.00 20 Basic Electrical Materials and Methods 26 05 00.00 40 Common Work Results for Electrical 26 09 23.00 40 Lighting Control Devices 26 28 21.00 40 Automatic Transfer Switches 26 29 23 Variable Frequency Drive Systems Under

600 Volts

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS - not used

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 31 11 Multiplex/Addressable Fire Alarm Systems

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK - not used

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS - not used

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES - not used

DIVISION 40 - PROCESS INTEGRATION

40 18 00.00 40 Vacuum Systems Process Piping

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SECTION 01010

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Identification: Main Bldg. South Wing Space Modifications/Renovation, Food Safety Inspection Service (FSIS), Western Regional Research Center (WRRC), USDA Agricultural Research Service, Albany, CA.

1. Project Location: Main Bldg. South Wing, WRRC, Albany, California

2. Government: United States Department of Agriculture

3. Architect Identification: The Contract Documents were prepared for Project by:

TECTONICS Architects/Planners/Engineers 1500 Park Avenue Emeryville, CA 94608 Tel: (510) 740-2400 Fax: (510) 740-2405

B. The Work consists of selective demolition, modifications to and renovation of discrete spaces on the Basement (Ground) Floor, First Floor, and Second Floor of the existing four-story Main Building South Wing, as defined in this Section.

1.2 CONTRACT

A. Project will be constructed under a general construction contract.

1.3 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. The scope of work of the project includes limited hazardous materials abatement/containment, selected removal of existing architectural items and conditions and provision of new, and associated modifications to existing HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and fire protection systems.

1. Project Specifications: All specifications for the project are incorporated into the Project Specification Manual.

2. Project Drawings: The drawing numbers for this project are as defined below:

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G General LS Life Safety A Architectural and Equipment Plans M Mechanical P Plumbing E Electrical FA Fire Alarm FS Fire Sprinkler

1.4 WORK SEQUENCE

A. The WRRC facility is a working scientific research facility that must maintain full operation during the construction of this project. This requires construction constraints as defined on the Drawings and in these Specifications, including Section 01105, Special Conditions.

1.5 USE OF PREMISES

A. Limit use of the premises to construction activities in the numbered areas indicated. The Government will occupy major portions of the existing building during construction.

1. Limit use of the premises for work, storage and access.

Confine operations to areas within the work boundary as indicated on the Contract Drawings. Do not disturb portions of the building or the site beyond the limits of construction. Any work that is required to be performed outside the work boundary requires prior approval from the Government’s designee.

2. Coordinate use of premises by all subcontractors.

3. Move stored products that interfere with the operations of the Government or other contractors.

4. Obtain and pay for use of additional storage or work areas needed for operations under this Contract.

5. Keep driveways, fire lanes and entrances serving the premises clear and available for Government operations and Government employees at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

B. There are existing exit stairs, corridors and elevators in the

Main Building South Wing. The Contractor is responsible for maintaining the exit stairs, corridors and elevators accessible for building occupants at all times during the construction. When the construction is required to close an exit stair, corridor or elevator, the Contractor shall submit for Government approval, a minimum of 15 calendar days prior to a proposed closure, a proposal indicating the dates when stair and/or corridor and/or elevator will be closed and alternate routes for the occupants’ use. In all cases, the remaining exit stair shall remain unobstructed for emergency exit. Use of the elevator shall be restricted to personnel

SECTION 01010 Page 3 only. Prior approval must be obtained from Facilities Engineer (Tom Moreno, 510-559-5622, Room 3012) for non-personnel use of an elevator.

1.6 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS

A. Separate Contracts: Government may award separate contracts for performance of other construction operations at Project site, including but not limited to a telecommunications infrastructure upgrade project.

B. Cooperate fully with other contractors such that work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract.

1.7 SPECIFICATION FORMATS AND CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Format: The Specifications are organized into Divisions and Sections using the CSI/CSC MasterFormat numbering system – the five-digit format for most Division 1 sections and the six-digit format for all other sections.

B. Section Identification: The Specifications use section numbers and titles to help cross-referencing in the Contract Documents. Sections in the Specifications are in numeric sequence; however, the sequence is incomplete. Consult the Table of Contents at the beginning of the Specifications to determine numbers and names of sections in the Contract Documents.

C. 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. Abbreviated Language: Language used in the Specifications and other Contract Documents is abbreviated. Words and meanings shall be interpreted as appropriate. Words implied, but not stated, shall be inferred as the sense requires. Singular words shall be interpreted as plural and plural words shall be interpreted as singular where applicable as the context of the Contract Documents indicates.

2. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications. Requirements expressed in the imperative mood are to be performed by Contractor.

Occasionally, the indicative or subjunctive mood may be used in the section text for clarity to describe responsibilities that must be fulfilled indirectly by Contractor or by others when so noted.

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a. 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.

1.8 DESIGN UNITS AND CONVENTIONS

A. This project is designed using inch-pound (English) measurements as the basis for design and construction. The existing facility construction is based on inch-pound (English) units of measure. Any metric units provided are for informational purposes only.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION 01016

SAFETY DURING CONSTRUCTION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section provides specific additional information to augment the general requirements of the Contract regarding safety during construction and start-up of the Work under this Contract defined by the General and Supplementary Conditions.

B. Refer to Section 01105, Special Conditions, for information relating to this Section.

1.2 RESPONSIBILITY FOR SAFETY

A. The Contractor shall implement all safety measures necessary to comply with all applicable safety requirements for the duration of the Contract and is solely responsible for conditions at the job site, including safety of all persons and property during the Contract period. This requirement shall apply continuously and not be limited to normal working hours.

1.3 FEDERAL, STATE, AND LOCAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

A. Safety provisions shall conform to the Federal and State Departments of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, codes, the requirements of this section, and any regulations that may be specified elsewhere in these Contract Documents. Where any of these are in conflict, the more stringent requirement shall be followed. The Contractor's failure to thoroughly familiarize himself with the specified safety provisions shall not relieve him from compliance with the obligations or relieve him of the penalties described in these documents.

B. It is recognized that OSHA Standard 1919:1200, "Hazard Communication Standard" does apply to the construction industry and adherence to this standard is required on this job site.

1.4 CONSTRUCTION SAFETY PROGRAM

A. The Contractor shall appoint, for the duration of this Contract, a qualified supervisory employee to develop and/or supervise a Contractor's job safety program that shall effectively implement the required safety provisions. The Contractor shall submit to the Government, within 10 working days after the start of the Contract and prior to the start of construction, four copies of the job safety program adopted and to be enforced by the Contractor during

SECTION 01016 Page 2 the performance of the Work. The Government is not responsible for safety enforcement, precautions and programs in connection with the construction work.

B. The Contractor shall only be authorized to mobilize a project trailer until a job safety program has been approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.5 ACCIDENT REPORTS

A. If death or serious injuries or serious damages are caused, the accident shall be reported immediately by telephone or messenger to the Contracting Officer. In addition, the Contractor shall promptly report in writing to the Contracting Officer and to the Location’s Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (Carolyn Garcia, 510-559-6059, Room 2000) all accidents in connection with the work, giving full details, names, and statements of witnesses.

This reporting requirement is in addition to all normally required reports by federal, state, and local agencies and organizations.

B. If a claim is made by anyone against the Contractor or any subcontractor on account of any accident, the Contractor shall promptly report the facts in writing to the Contracting Officer, giving full details of the claim.

1.6 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION

A. Contractor shall execute all work in a fire-safe manner. Provide and maintain on the site adequate fire-fighting equipment capable of extinguishing incipient fires. Contractor shall comply with applicable federal, state, and local fire-prevention regulations.

Where these regulations do not apply, applicable parts of the National Fire Prevention Standard for Safeguarding Building Construction Operations (NFPA No. 241) shall be followed.

B. For hot work operations, the Contractor shall obtain a burn permit from the Facilities Engineer (Tom Moreno, 510-559-5622, Room 3012) or Facilities Engineer designee. All hot work operations shall be under the supervision of a competent person, who will be identified as the Fire Prevention Program Manager. Permits shall be available for inspection by the Government. Fire watchers shall be assigned no other duties. A permit shall not be issued until:

1. It has been determined that hot work can be safely conducted at the desired location.

2. Combustibles have been moved away or covered by an approved tarpaulin.

3. The atmosphere is not flammable.

4. A fire watch (with dedicated extinguisher) is posted for the duration of the work and for 30 minutes thereafter (60 minutes for torch-applied roofing operations to ensure that sparks or drops of hot metal do not start fires. All cracks

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C. All gas-cutting and welding equipment and operations shall be in accordance with the applicable sections of NFPA 51, "Standard for the Design and Installation of Oxygen-Fuel Gas Systems for Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes," and NFPA 51B, "Standard for Fire Prevention in Use of Cutting and Welding Processes."

D. Smoking inside the buildings (including attic and roof) is strictly prohibited. Smoking is permitted outdoors, except where specifically prohibited, or within 25 feet of a doorway, operable window, vent, or outside air intake. Contractor shall designate outdoor smoking areas for use by project personnel, and provide safe receptacles for disposal of smoking materials at those locations. The Contractor is advised that combustible, volatile substances are stored and utilized at the project site, and the presence of such substances may not be readily apparent to Contractor personnel.

E. Contractor shall remove accumulations of combustible waste material, dust, and debris from the structure and its immediate vicinity at the end of each work shift or more frequently as necessary for safe operations. Rubbish shall not be burned.

Materials susceptible to spontaneous ignition, such as oily rags, shall be appropriately stored.

F. Temporary lights shall be equipped with guards to prevent accidental contact with the bulb. Temporary lighting fixtures that operate at temperatures capable of igniting ordinary combustibles shall be fastened securely so they will not come in contact with combustible materials. Temporary lights shall be equipped with heavy-duty electrical cords with connections and insulation maintained in safe condition. Temporary lights shall not be suspended by their electrical cords. Splices shall have insulation equivalent to that of the cable. Temporary wiring shall be removed immediately upon the completion of the construction or purpose for which the wiring was installed.

G. There shall be a readily available means to notify the Albany Fire Department of a fire or injury. Generally, this can include telephones near the facility with clearly visible fire department telephone number(s) posted. The Contractor shall immediately notify the fire department in case of fire.

H. At least one stairway in usable condition shall be provided at all times.

I. Contractor will provide and maintain at all times first aid equipment.

J. Standpipes shall be maintained in conformity with the progress of construction in such a manner that they are always ready for use.

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K. The Contractor shall develop a written fire prevention, fire suppression, and emergency evacuation plan. The Contracting Officer will be provided a copy of the plan. The Contractor will ensure that all personnel are trained in emergency and evacuation procedures.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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PROJECT COORDINATION

1.1 CORRESPONDENCE

A. Contractor shall be responsible for all postage and handling of all correspondence generated by the Contractor. The Government will not be responsible for distributing Contractor correspondence.

B. Contractor shall be responsible for all applications and associated fees required for the project construction by state and local governing authorities having jurisdiction at the job site.

1.2 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. The Contractor shall submit minimum 1/4-inch scale coordination drawings if there are any conflicts or clearance problems between the various trades. The composite drawings shall be in detail to show overall dimensions of ductwork, piping, conduit and related items and clearances between structural members, lighting, and related architectural features. Installation of any work prior to submission of these drawings or failure to indicate conflicts or clearance problems on these drawings shall be at the Contractor's risk.

Coordination drawings shall be submitted for the following:

1. New partitions to be constructed at new or existing utility penetrations, including ducts, piping, and conduit.

B. The approval of coordination drawings will be general, but do not construe approval as permitting any departure from the contract requirements, or as relieving the Contractor of the responsibility for any errors, including details, dimensions, materials, etc.

C. Any required offsets or changes in direction for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, or fire protection work shall be accomplished at no added cost to the Government.

1.3 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of these Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different Sections

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that depend on each other for proper installation, connection and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in the sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation or removal of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service and repair.

3. Make provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Verify that utility requirement characteristics of operating equipment are compatible with building utilities. Coordinate work of various Sections having interdependent responsibilities for installing, connecting to and placing in service such equipment.

C. Coordinate locations of existing fixtures and outlets with new exterior finish elements. Notify Contracting Officer of potential conflicts prior to commencement of work.

D. Execute cutting and patching to integrate elements of Work, uncover ill-timed, defective and non-conforming Work. Provide openings for penetrations of existing surfaces, if any, and provide samples for testing. Seal any penetrations through floors, walls and roofs.

E. Where necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and attendance at meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for the Government's designee and separate contractors where coordination of their work is required.

F. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of schedules.

2. Approval of federal, state, and local government agencies.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

6. Contract closeout activities.

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G. After Government occupancy of premises, coordinate access to the site for correction of defective work and work not in accordance with Contract Documents with the Facilities Engineer (Tom Moreno, 510-559-5622, Room 3012), in order to minimize disruption of Government operations.

H. Conservation: Coordinate construction operations to ensure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water and materials.

1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in the performance of, but not actually incorporated into, the Work.

1.4 DOCUMENT CONFLICTS

A. The Contractor shall keep on the jobsite a copy of the drawings and specifications, and shall at all times give the Government's designee access thereto. Anything mentioned in the specifications and not shown on the drawings, or shown on the drawings and not mentioned in the specifications, shall be of like effect as if shown or mentioned in both. In case of difference between drawings and specifications, the specifications shall govern.

B. In case of discrepancy in the figures in the drawings, or in the specifications, the matter shall be promptly submitted as a Request for Information to the Architect/Engineer.

1.5 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

A. An RFI is a means for requesting additional information or clarification of documents, tracking requests, documenting responses, reducing letter-writing, and expediting responses.

B. Any action taken by the Contractor without submission and closing of an RFI shall be at its own risk and expense.

C. The Contractor shall be responsible for reviewing all RFI's generated by the trades prior to submission to the A/E.

1. This review by the Contractor may result in immediate response to the RFI, in which case it is not logged or numbered.

2. If, however, the RFI is valid and requires A/E review, the RFI shall be given a sequential number, logged in, and posted in PDF format on the SharePoint website.

Refer to Section 01322, Web-Based Construction Management. The A/E will receive electronic notification of such posting view email.

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3. All RFIs shall be forwarded with reference to drawings, specifications, including complete descriptions, reasons for request, and the present status of the work so that the A/E can adequately evaluate and respond.

Sketches, photographs, or other graphic material shall be provided as necessary to communicate clearly.

4. It is acceptable for the Contractor to provide recommendations on resolving the problem for the A/E's consideration; however, the A/E is not required to accept the Contractor's recommendation.

D. The A/E shall have 7 calendar days to respond to an RFI. The

A/E shall provide complete responses to eliminate confusion and the generation of additional questions. Sketches or other graphic material shall be provided as necessary.

E. See proposed (sample) RFI form attached at the end of this section.

1.6 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Refer to Section 01045, Cutting and Patching.

1.7 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. Government will schedule a preconstruction conference.

B. Refer to Section 01200, Project Meetings.

1.8 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Refer to Section 01200, Project Meetings.

1.9 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCES

A. When required in individual specification section, convene a pre-installation conference at work site prior to commencing work of the Section.

B. Refer to Section 01200, Project Meetings.

1.10 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY AND THE LIMIT OF OPERATION FOR THE

CONTRACTOR

A. During Contractor's performance of the work, the Government will continue to occupy spaces which are adjacent to the project. Disruptions to Government-occupied spaces will not be permitted without prior approval of the Contracting Officer, including, but not limited to, interruption of utility services (including HVAC/R and electrical power), elevated noise levels, hazardous or objectionable fumes and odors, dust, and other hazards and nuisances which adversely

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and unduly affect the Location working environment. Requests for such disruptions shall be submitted in writing a minimum of 10 calendar days prior to the scheduled start of disruptive work. If the Contracting Officer deems such work sufficiently disruptive as to render the Government-occupied space(s) as uninhabitable while the work is being performed, the work may need to be performed outside of normal work hours. The Contractor shall be responsible for all costs associated with performing after-hours work. Disruptive work may include but is not limited to:

1. Slab cutting.

2. Core drilling.

3. Painting or other odor-producing activities.

4. Alarm testing (i.e., fire alarm).

5. High-impact-type work (i.e., impact hammer drills, etc.), or other high-noise-level-producing construction activities.

6. Testing and air balancing work that will affect areas of the building that are operational.

7. Control systems work that will affect areas of the building that are operational.

8. Work activities that adversely affect code-required building egress:

a. Work near exit stair, corridors or elevator.

B. Hours of operation for the Contractor shall be in the window of 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday (excluding federal holidays), for all normal work hours. All utility shutdowns/disruptions that are expected to exceed one hour, and which will adversely affect Government-occupied spaces and/or Location operations, shall be performed outside of normal work hours. All work to be performed outside of normal work hours is subject to Contracting Officer’s approval and availability of Government staff.

1.11 SUBMITTALS

A. Staff Names: Within 15 calendar days of commencement of construction operations, submit a list of the Contractor's principal staff assignments, including the superintendent and other personnel in attendance at the Project site. Identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities. List their addresses and telephone numbers.

1. Post copies of the list in the Project temporary field office at a central, visible location.

2. Post a copy on the SharePoint website.

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B. The Contractor shall provide a written plan with drawings indicating how the Contractor will maintain egress throughout the Project.

C. The Contractor shall submit coordination drawings per Section requirement.

D. Assemble and coordinate closeout submittals specified in Section 01700, Contract Closeout.

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which Work is to be performed. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

B. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

3.2 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials in place, during handling and installation. Apply protective covering where required to assure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

B. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

C. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to ensure that no part of the construction completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during the construction period. Where applicable, such exposures include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Excessive static or dynamic loading.

2. Excessive internal or external pressures.

3. Excessively high or low temperatures.

4. Thermal shock.

5. Excessively high or low humidity.

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6. Air contamination or pollution.

7. Water or ice.

8. Solvents.

9. Chemicals.

10. Light.

11. Radiation.

12. Puncture.

13. Abrasion.

14. Heavy traffic.

15. Soiling, staining, and corrosion.

16. Bacteria.

17. Rodent and insect infestation.

18. Combustion.

19. Electrical current.

20. High-speed operation.

21. Improper lubrication.

22. Unusual wear or other misuse.

23. Contact between incompatible materials.

24. Destructive testing.

25. Misalignment.

26. Excessive weathering.

27. Unprotected storage.

28. Improper shipping or handling.

29. Theft.

30. Vandalism.

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SECTION 01045

CUTTING AND PATCHING

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes administrative and procedural requirements for cutting and patching.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Refer to other Sections for specific requirements and limitations applicable to cutting and patching individual parts of the Work.

1. Division 01 Specifications.

2. Section 02 41 00 Selective Demolition.

3. Division 02 hazardous material abatement sections.

4. Division 22, 23 and 26 sections for other requirements and limitations applicable to cutting and patching plumbing, mechanical and electrical installations.

1.3 DESCRIPTION

A. Execute cutting, including excavating, fitting, or patching of work, as required to make parts fit properly; uncover work to provide for installation of scheduled and/or delayed work;

remove and replace defective work; and remove samples of installed work as specified for testing. In addition to construction requirements as defined in the Contract Documents, upon written instructions of the Contracting Officer, uncover work to provide for observation of covered work and remove samples of installed materials for testing.

Provide supports and protection as necessary to prevent weakening or damaging adjacent work. Final condition of cut, fitted and patched work shall conform to full strength design concept of Contract Documents. Prior to cutting which affects structural safety to Project, submit written notice to Contracting Officer. Do not cut structural work without written permission of Contracting Officer.

1.4 SUBMITTAL

A. Cutting and Patching Plan: Submit a plan describing procedures well in advance of the time cutting and patching will be performed, if the Contracting Officer requires approval of these procedures before proceeding. Request approval to proceed. Include the following information, as applicable, in the plan:

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1. Describe the extent of cutting and patching required.

Show how it will be performed and indicate why it cannot be avoided.

2. Include changes to structural elements and operating components as well as changes in the building’s appearance and other significant visual elements.

3. List products to be used and firms or entities that will perform Work.

4. Indicate dates when cutting and patching will be performed.

5. Utilities: List utilities that cutting and patching procedures will disturb or affect. List utilities that will be relocated and those that will be temporarily out of service. Indicate how long service will be disrupted.

6. Where cutting and patching involves adding reinforcement to structural elements, submit details and engineering calculations showing integration of reinforcement with the original structure.

7. Approval by the Government to proceed with cutting and patching does not waive the Government’s right to later require complete removal and replacement of unsatisfactory work.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Requirements for Structural Work: Do not cut and patch structural elements in a manner that would change their load-carrying capacity or load-deflection ratio. Obtain approval of the cutting and patching plan before cutting and patching the following structural elements:

1. Foundation construction.

2. Bearing and retaining walls.

3. Structural concrete.

4. Structural steel.

5. Lintels.

6. Structural decking.

7. Stair systems.

8. Miscellaneous structural metals.

9. Equipment supports.

10. Piping, ductwork, and equipment.

B. Operational Limitations: Do not cut and patch operating elements or related components in a manner that would result in reducing their capacity to perform as intended. Do not cut and patch operating elements or related components in a manner that would result in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety. Obtain approval before cutting and patching the following operating elements or safety-related systems:

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1. Shoring, bracing and sheeting.

2. Primary operational systems and equipment.

3. Air or smoke barriers.

4. Water, moisture, or vapor barriers.

5. Membranes and flashings.

6. Fire protection systems.

7. Noise and vibration control elements and systems.

8. Control systems.

9. Communication systems.

10. Conveying systems.

11. Electrical wiring systems.

C. Visual Requirements: Do not cut and patch construction exposed on the exterior or in occupied spaces in a manner that would, in the Government’s opinion, reduce the building’s aesthetic qualities. Do not cut and patch construction in a manner that would result in visual evidence of cutting and patching. Remove and replace construction cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

1.6 WARRANTY

A. Warranties: Contractor shall retain the original installer or fabricator to cut and patch the following categories of exposed work. If it is not possible to engage the original installer or fabricator, engage another recognized experienced and specialized firm in such a manner as not to void any existing warranties.

B. Roofing System: Verify with Government and Tremco roofing representative (Richard Egan, Telephone: (800) 282-4343, E- Mail: regan@tremcoinc.com).

2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL

A. Where applicable, use materials identical to existing materials. For exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match existing adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible if identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used. Use materials whose installed performance will equal or surpass that of existing materials.

3.1 INSPECTION

A. Examine surfaces to be cut and patched and conditions under which cutting and patching is to be performed before cutting.

If unsafe or unsatisfactory conditions are encountered, notify Contracting Officer in writing. Resolve conditions in

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B. Before proceeding, meet at the Project Site with parties involved in cutting and patching, including mechanical and electrical trades. Review areas of potential interference and conflict. Coordinate procedures and resolve potential conflicts before proceeding.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of work to be cut.

B. Protection: Protect existing construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage. Provide protection from adverse weather conditions for portions of the Project that might be exposed during cutting and patching operations.

C. Avoid interference with use of adjoining areas or interruption of free passage to adjoining areas.

C. Avoid cutting existing pipe, conduit, or ductwork serving the building(s) but scheduled to be removed or relocated until provisions have been made to bypass them, as required.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

A. General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching. Proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time and complete without delay.

B. Cutting: Cut existing construction using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction. Where possible, review proposed procedures with the original installer; comply with the original installer’s recommendations.

1. In general, where cutting, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Cut holes and slots as small as possible, neatly to size required, and with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. To avoid marring existing finished surfaces, cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces.

3. Where services are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, by-pass utility services, such as pipe or conduit, before cutting. Cut-off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal the remaining portion of pipe or conduit to

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C. Patching: Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Comply with specified tolerances.

1. Where feasible, inspect and test patched areas to demonstrate integrity of the installation.

2. Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

3. When removal of walls or partitions extends one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space to provide an even surface of uniform color and appearance. Remove existing floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials, if necessary to achieve uniform color and appearance.

4. Where patching occurs in a smooth painted surface, extend final paint coat over entire unbroken area containing the patch, after the patched area has received primer and second coat.

3.4 CLEANING

A. Clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching are performed. Completely remove paint, mortar, oils, putty, and similar items. Thoroughly clean piping, conduit, and similar features before applying paint or other finishing materials.

Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

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SECTION 01105

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

1.1 TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE

A. The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) will be a United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service employee or authorized representative, appointed by the Contracting Officer (CO). The duties of the COR will be delineated in a letter prepared by the CO, and a copy will be provided to the Contractor no later than concurrent with issuance of the Notice-to-Proceed.

1.2 CONSTRUCTION AND DRAWINGS SPECIFICATIONS

A. The Construction Drawings and Specifications are the property of the Government and shall not be used for any purpose other than that indicated by the Contract.

1.3 BARRIERS REQUIREMENT

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing barriers as required to prevent public entry to construction areas, to allow for Government's use of site and to protect existing facilities and adjacent properties from damage from construction operations and placing all barricades, lighting, and safety devices during construction activities.

B. Provide barriers around structure(s), equipment, trees and plants designated to remain.

C. Protect non-owned vehicular traffic, stored materials, site or structures from chemically injurious materials, and site from puddle or continuous running water.

1.4 SAFETY

A. The Contractor shall have prior approval from the Contracting Officer before any exit or exit access is obstructed or closed. The closing or obstructing of exits is discouraged and shall be prevented whenever feasibly possible. No padlock, chain, or other securing device shall be used to prevent escape from the egress side of an exit or exit access while the construction area is occupied. This does not preclude securing the area at night as long as it does not affect the exit from non-construction areas.

B. The Contractor shall immediately call 911, the COR, the

Location’s Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (Carolyn

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Garcia, 510-559-6059, Room 2000), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reportable spill of hazardous substances or materials, and oils or other petroleum pollutants. The Contractor shall then institute appropriate spill control measures/procedures as soon as possible. The Contractor is responsible for all spill mitigation/cleanup expenditures associated with the spill/release.

C. The Contractor shall comply with all confined-space entry procedures that are required while performing work in accordance with OSHA & Safety requirements.

D. The Contractor shall comply with all Lockout/Tagout procedures that are required while performing work in accordance with OSHA & Safety requirements.

E. The Contractor shall report to the COR and to the Location’s

Safety and Occupational Health Specialist (Carolyn Garcia, 510-559-6059, Room 2000) all OSHA reportable injuries and illnesses to Contractor employees within 24 hours of the injury or illness. All lost-time cases shall be reported to the appropriate authorities and the COR within 8 hours.

Submit an updated copy of the OSHA Injury and Illness Log monthly. A copy of the Contractor's accident investigation reports shall be forwarded to the COR within 24 hours of the accident time.

1.5 WEEKENDS/AFTER HOURS NOTIFICATION OF EMERGENCIES

A. The Contractor shall supply names and telephone numbers of Contractor personnel who could be contacted in the event of an emergency during non-work hours.

1.6 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

A. All work performed using hazardous materials that off-gas, in occupied buildings, that are or produce toxic/volatile organic compounds shall be accomplished outside normal work hours, unless it is possible to contain the toxic material, or vent the volatile organic compounds to the outside.

1. Volatile: The definition of volatile in the context of hazardous materials is vaporizable; off-gassing.

B. Submit a plan to the COR for containment and prevention of release of hazardous material to be approved prior to commencement of any activities involving toxic materials or volatile organic compounds. Examples of tasks where off-gassing of toxic materials and volatile organic compounds will occur include painting with epoxy- or enamel-base paints, use of adhesives, use of some cleaning agents, and caulking with a solvent-based material. These examples are

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only a few of the possible operations that can generate toxic material or volatile organic compounds in occupied buildings and that may require work to be performed outside of normal work hours.

C. Provide the COR with copies of all Material Safety Data

Sheets (MSDS) for all hazardous materials to be used, prior to the start of work.

1.7 CONTROL

A. Much of the research at this facility is conducted with delicate scientific instruments which are highly susceptible to airborne dust. During construction, dust is inevitable in certain remodeling operations; therefore, the Contractor shall control dust particles by sealing off areas with dust-tight barriers, plastic covers, and dust-free materials, as indicated by the Contract and/or applicable federal, state, and local regulations. If protective barriers are not used in an area utilized by employees, then the dust produced from the operation shall be immediately vacuumed with a HEPA-type vacuum cleaner. Protection of furniture, equipment, and structure by use of clean drop cloths is mandatory. All finish surfaces and equipment shall be thoroughly cleaned to the satisfaction of the Government at the completion of the remodeling operation and returned to its original condition.

1.8 COORDINATION OF WORK OPERATIONS

A. The work to be performed under this Contract is at an active facility. The Contractor shall coordinate work operations at the Project Site(s) such that adjacent occupied work areas are minimally impacted by the work of this Contract.

1.9 MOVING AND PROTECTION OF PROPERTY

A. Any and all damage to Government property, resulting directly or indirectly by the Contractor's operations, shall be repaired or replaced by the Contractor at no additional cost to the Government and to the satisfaction of the Government.

1.10 PARKING

A. All personnel under the auspices of the Contractor, including subcontractors, material suppliers/deliverers, vendors, and jobsite visitors/guests, shall park company and private vehicles in designated parking areas on the south side (last row of stalls) of the employee main parking lot. Location visitor parking is reserved for short-term (less than 2 hours) stay.