Attachment_02_Statement_of_Work.doc

AG-4568-S-17-0032

NFNC Nantahala RD

Well House Demolition and Remodel of Comm. Buildings

ATTACHMENT 02

STATEMENT OF WORK

SPECIFICATIONS

NANTAHALA NATIONAL FOREST

VARIOUS RANGER DISTRICTS

NANTAHALA RANGER

DISTRICT

COWEE BALD and ROUND MOUNTAIN COMMUNICATION

BUILDING DEFERRED MAINTENANCE

ALSO

CHEOAH RANGER DISTRICT

JOANNA BALD COMMUNICATION

BUILDING DEFERRED MAINTENANCE

ALSO

REMOVAL / DISPOSAL OF SMALL

COMMUNICATION BUILDING AT

WORK CENTER AND REMOVAL OF

PUMPHOUSE BUILDING AT WORK CENTER

VARIOUS RANGER DISTRICTS

DEFERRED MAINTENANCE AND BUILDING REMOVAL

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 - SCOPE OF WORK

A.

Description of Work:

This section covers the work at on both the Cheoah and Nantahala Ranger District as outlined below. The Contractor is responsible for determining actual quantities before bidding the job.

To gain access to sites, please schedule an appointment with project inspector –

Wesley McCall 828-342-3506.

B. Repair of deferred maintenance items on Joanna Bald Communication building, Cowee Bald Communication Building and Round Mtn. Communication Building.

C.

Removal and Disposal of Small Communication Building and an old well-house / control building at the Cheoah Work Center (using building materials and surrounding fill to crush in and fill old reservoir at the Cheoah Work Center).

1.2

- METHOD OF PAYMENT.

Lump sum for all items of work described under this contract.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

COWEE BALD COMMUNICATIONS

Listed below are the deferred maintenances and repair items needed at the Cowee Communications Building, located at the Cowee Bald Tower on FS70 in Cowee, N.C.

· Exterior Wall Finish- (339 sq. ft.) Existing walls are constructed of CMU’s with stucco application. As shown in the photos below, the stucco finish is in poor condition and the CMU’s are showing significant wear.

Install lath over the entire exterior wall surface and stucco for repair.

· (2) Bundles (10 pieces per bundle) 27” x 96” expanded metal wire lath

· (18) 80 lb. bags of Commercial Grade Quickrete Base Coat Stucco (1139-86)

· (10) 80 lb. bags of commercial Grade Quickrete Finish Coat Stucco ( 1201)

· (4) Gallons Paint (3 Coats)

· Entrance Door- Replace door with (1) 42” x 6’ 8” minimum 16 gauge door and door jamb, door hardware (push / pull plate with deadbolt (FS supplied deadbolt). (Door specifications attached.)

· (1) Gallon Paint (DTM-Direct to Metal)

· Gable End Siding- Install HardiePanel over existing wood siding

· (2) 4’ x 10’ HardiePanel Vertical Siding “Stucco”

· (1) Gallon Paint

· Fascia- Cover existing fascia with Miratec Trim. Remove 1” x 4” trim and install on existing 2” x 10”.

· (5) 4/4 x 12” x 16’ Miratec Trim

· Roof- Existing metal roof is damaged and in need of replacement

· (9) Drip Edge

· (12) Lifetime Metal Roofing (56” length)

· (2) Lifetime Metal Roofing (38” length)

· (2) Ridge Vent

· (3) Bags 2 ½” screws

· Miscellaneous

· Hardware such as screws, nails, caulking, etc. not included in estimate.

· (5) 8” x 16” Automatic Foundation Vents.

· Install “raceways” to support cables entering facility.

JOANNA COMMUNICATIONS

Exterior Remodel

Listed below is the necessary items of work for maintenance and repair to the Joanna Communications Building, located at the Joanna Bald Tower on FS423B in Robbinsville, N.C.

· Exterior Wall Paint- 260 square feet of CMU, recommend blasting surface to remove old paint prior to re-painting. Seal all penetrations prior to painting.

· Fascia/Soffit Paint- 84 square feet of wood, recommend replacing fascia/soffit with Miratec due to decay. Materials for replacement:

· (2) 2” x 8” x 12’ (sub-fascia)

· (2) 2” x 8” x 14’ (sub fascia)

· (4) 4/4 x 10” x 16’ Miratec

· (4) 5/8” x 2” x 16’ Miratec

· (5) ¼” x 12” x 12’ Hardie Soffit w/vent

· Entrance Door Paint- 40 square feet metal door, recommend replacing door, jamb, and threshold with minimum 16 gauge metal door (3’ x 6’8”) and door jamb, door knob, deadbolt (FS will supply deadbolt).

· Roofing- Replacement. Materials as follows:

· (1) Roll Underlayment

· (1.5) Square Lifetime, 130mph wind zone rated shingles

· (40) LF Hip/Ridge Shingles

· (1) 2 ½” Vent Boot

· (5) Drip Edge

· (1) 12” Turbine Attic Vent, aluminum, internally braced, maintenance free.

· Miscellaneous- various items; nails, screws, bolts, caulking, etc.

· Other recommendations-

· Reference photo 1 & 2: Install Raceway to support cables entering building.

· Reference photo 3: Remove box on cmu at right side of door. Need verification that it is no longer needed.

· Install “raceways” to support cables entering building

ROUND MOUNTAIN

Listed below is the necessary items of work for maintenance and repair to the Round Mountain Communications Building, located at the Round Mountain Tower on FS88 in Cashiers, NC.

· Exterior Wall Paint- 332 square feet of CMU. Remove ½” PVC pipe that is penetrating the walls and seal all penetrations prior to painting.

· Fascia/Soffit Paint- 84 square feet of wood, recommend replacing fascia/soffit with Miratec. Materials for replacement:

· (2) 2” x 8” x 12’ (sub-fascia)

· (2) 2” x 8” x 14’ (sub fascia)

· (4) 4/4 x 10” x 16’ Miratec

· (4) 5/8” x 2” x 16’ Miratec

· (5) ¼” x 12” x 12’ Hardie Soffit w/vent

· Entrance Door Paint- 40 square feet metal door (interior and exterior). Existing Jamb is in good condition and requires refinishing.

· Door- Replace existing 3’ x 6’8” metal door and door hardware.

· Roofing- Replacement. Materials as follows:

· (1) Roll Titanium Underlayment or equal

· Metal roofing installed per specifications

· Re-mounting of existing solar panels when roofing is complete.

· Miscellaneous- various items; nails, screws, bolts, caulking, etc.

· Replace existing foundation vents with Automatic Vents (6).

· Installation of (2) surface mounted wall outlets, (1) T8 4’ two bulb ceiling light fixture, Power Inverter, and 1 light switch. All wiring shall be installed in conduit.

Note: The power source for the building is solar with a battery station.

Cheoah Radio Building Demolition

Note: Alternate Items are at same location

ALTERNATE BID ITEMS

CHEOAH RESERVOIR DEMOLITION

Concrete constructed reservoir that extends below grade. Exterior dimensions of tank is 20’ x 20’ with an approximate depth of 14’ from top of tank.

Tank shall be crushed in place. Concrete/Masonry materials from demo of radio and water treatment facilities can be used as backfill. Site shall be graded with minimum 1’ soil covering the demolition materials.

CHEOAH WATER TREATMENT DEMOLITION

PART 3 – EXECUTION

A. DEMOLITION

1.

Remove existing 3-tab fiberglass shingles including asphalt paper. Pull all nails and sweep deck. Do not cover roof decking with underlay until the decking is inspected and approved by the COR.

2.

Protect existing gutter from damage during demolition. Repair or replace any damage caused by demolition activities.

3.

Remove and replace vent stacks boots.

4. All demolition and construction refuse all be hauled off Forest Land and disposed of at a State approved landfill.

B. ROOF DECKING OVERLAY:

1.

Inspect entire roofing area. Communicate any sheeting / decking showing signs of decay or rot. Any repair cost will be negotiated.

2.

Install aluminum drip edge around the entire perimeter of the roof.

C. NEW ROOFING INSTALLATION

Install asphalt paper per manufacturer’s instructions.

Install fiberglass shingles per manufacturer’s recommendations.

Protect roof from the weather until the work is completed.

D. DOOR INSTALLATIONS

1.

Remove all doors noted and trim. Haul to an approved landfill. Doors shall be install per manufacturer specifications and code. Also per specifications noted in section 8220. All required hardware included. Submittals must be provided for both doors prior to ordering for approval. Colors / finishes to be provided by COR. Metal doors on restrooms will also be installed to manufacturer’s specification and noted specs in section 8220. They will also painted to match using suitable DTM (Direct to Metal) paint. All colors will be provided by COR.

PART 4 – CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY

4.1

The contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the protection of workers, visitors to the site, and shall hold the Government harmless for failure to comply with any applicable safety or health regulations on the part of himself, his employees, or his subcontractors.

4.2 The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining approval for waste sites in compliance with state and federal regulations.

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY

04150 - Masonry Accessories

04220 - Concrete Unit Masonry

SECTION 04150

MASONRY ACCESSORIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

This section covers all masonry accessories as shown on the drawings and as specified herein.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

Vertical and horizontal reinforcing steel shall be of sizes and configuration shown on drawings.

Reinforcing steel shall comply with ASTM Designation A-615, intermediate grade 40.

B.

Horizontal joint reinforcement shall be Dur-O-Wall, conforming to requirements of ASTM A-82.

8" concrete block - #8 Dur-O-Wall Truss.

6” concrete block - #6 Dur-O-Wall Truss.

4" concrete block - #4 Dur-O-Wall Truss.

Anchor bolts shall be of the size and type shown on the drawings.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

Reinforcing steel shall be installed as shown on the drawings. All concrete block cells containing reinforcing steel shall be filled solid with concrete.

Horizontal masonry reinforcement shall be installed in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.

SECTION 04220

CONCRETE MASONRY UNIT

Work included in this section covers concrete block masonry and related items.

References

Standards of the Concrete Masonry Association, latest edition.

Concrete Masonry Handbook, Portland Cement Association

Mortar shall comply with ASTM C-270, Type M.

Concrete Masonry Units shall be stream-cured hollow loadbearing units meeting

ASTM C-90.

Faces shall be uniform in texture and free of defects which would impair finished appearance.

Units shall not vary from designated size more than 1/6".

Typical units 7-5/8" high x 15-5/8" long x 3-5/8”, 5-5/8”, and 7-5/8" wide, two or three cell type.

4.

All blocks shall be Grade A units made with expanded slag or shale aggregate.

All masonry walls shall be true and plumb and built to dimensions, bond, and pattern as indicated on the drawings.

Joints shall be 3/8" wide.

Provide all bond beams and special blocks where required or shown on the drawings.

Cores that contain vertical reinforcing steel shall be cleaned through the top of the cell by hand and filled with concrete.

The concrete shall be vibrated or rodded.

D.

Reinforcing bars shall be installed in the cores and bond beams and anchored into concrete as shown on the drawings.

Cores with reinforcing steel and bond beams shall be filled with concrete.

E.

All blocks shall be "buttered" on all contact surfaces with mortar.

Tight full mortar joints shall be placed between concrete and masonry.

There shall be full mortar coverage of the block face shells in both horizontal and vertical joints.

F.

All exposed wall surfaces shall be kept clean and free of mortar or concrete splotches.

Wall and all joints shall be pointed and masonry cleaned.

Completed walls shall be cleaned with a detergent cleaner containing no muriatic acid.

G.

No placing of masonry shall be done in freezing weather (below 40 degrees F.) unless a heated tent is placed over the entire structure and kept for a minimum of 2 days after finishing laying block.

The tent shall be constructed “wall framing” fashion with 2x4 studs at 24 inches on center.

Install 2 layers of polyethylene membrane, reinforced with wire placed on the inside of the structure.

H.

In hot or dry weather, the masonry shall be protected from the sun and shall be kept wet for a period of three days after completion.

DIVISION 5 - METALS

05500 - Metal Fabrications

SECTION 05500

METAL FABRICATIONS

Work in this item includes all miscellaneous metal and other related items.

I-beams, steel straps, steel angles and other miscellaneous steel shall conform to

ASTM A-36.

Block vents shall be as shown on the drawings.

The Contractor shall provide all framing and falsework necessary for the erection.

At final attachment, all miscellaneous metal and other items shall be rigid and secure.

After erection, touch up field connections and abraded places on all steel with shop paint.

All black steel items shall be shop primed. Finish coat on exposed steel shall be as specified on the drawings.

DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTICS

06100 - Rough Carpentry

06200 - Finish Carpentry

SECTION 06100

ROUGH CARPENTRY

This section includes rough carpentry.

Grading and Standards

Southern Pine shall conform to Federal Specification MM-L-751H and to the latest grading rules of the Southern Pine Association. All lumber shall be grade-certified by the Association.

All plywood shall conform to PS-1-74 and to the latest standards of the American Plywood Association or Hardwood Plywood Institute. All plywood shall be certified by the appropriate grade grademark of the Association.

Kiln dried lumber shall not exceed 15% moisture content as determined by ASTM Test Method D-2016; all other lumber shall not exceed 20%.

Pressure-treated lumber shall be ground contact, 0.21 pcf CA – B.

Structural framing shall be Douglas Fir #2; Southern Yellow Pine #2.

Boards, furring, and formwork shall be Douglas Fir, construction grade; Southern Yellow Pine, construction grade.

Sill plates and wood in contact with concrete or masonry shall be PT Southern Yellow Pine.

Plywood Sheathing shall be exterior type "C" - CEXT-APA, as defined by the American Plywood Association. Thickness shall be as shown on the drawings.

Rough Hardware - Furnish all items of rough hardware required to complete the work. Bolts, nuts, and washers shall be hot-dipped galvanized, conforming to ASTM A153.

FRAMING

WALL

a.

Cut framing square on bearings, closely fitted and accurately set level and plumb to required lines and levels. Secure rigidly in place.

b.

Anchor nailers, blocking, etc., to concrete as indicated on the drawings. Make connections secure at all bearing points.

ROOF SHEATHING

Install sheathing perpendicular to run of roof rafters and nail in accordance with manufacturers' instructions.

b.

As soon as sheathing is in place, over all roof areas with standard asphalt impregnated 30 pound building felt (see Section 07310).

All framing and/or blocking at roof penetrations or in contact with roofing or flashing, and all framing, sill plates, and/or blocking in contact with concrete shall be pressure treated.

SECTION 06200

FINISH CARPENTRY

This section includes finish carpentry.

Grading and Standards

Southern Pine shall conform to Federal Specification MM-L-751H and to the latest grading rules of the Southern Pine Association. All lumber shall be grade-certified by the Association.

All plywood shall conform to PS-1-74 and to the latest standards of the American Plywood Association or Hardwood Plywood Institute. All plywood shall be certified by the appropriate grade trademark of the Association.

Millwork shall conform to the "Manual of Millwork" of the Woodwork Institute.

Kiln dried lumber shall not exceed 15% moisture content as determined by ASTM Test Method D-2016; all other lumber shall not exceed 20%.

5.

Pressure-treated lumber shall be ground contact, 0.21 pcf CA – B.

Ceilings shall be 5/8" T-1-11 Fir Premium Grade.

Interior and exterior wood trim shall be Clear Southern Yellow Pine, Premium Grade.

All wood stops and any wood in contact with concrete or masonry shall be pressure treated as described above.

General Requirements

Finish millwork shall be made to exact dimensions, profiles, and details shown on drawings and on approved shop drawings. Finger joints will be permitted only for interior millwork to be painted. Except for saw-textured (resawn) members, sander wavers, rough or raised grain, rough edges, splinter, etc., shall be removed. Millwork shall be left in suitable condition for paint, stain, or natural finish. Interior trim 2" wide and over shall be backed out unless otherwise shown on the plans. All exposed edges shall be eased.

Interior millwork and finish shall not be installed until building is thoroughly dry.

Hammer or tool marks or marred surfaces and edges will not be acceptable on any exposed finished surfaces and, as evidence of inferior workmanship, shall be cause for rejection of such work.

All end splices exposed in finished members shall be accurately and neatly square butted. Install members in lengths as long as possible.

All work shall be installed to details shown on the plans. Nails and screws shall be neatly set and all wood raised in the driving of nails and screws removed. Exterior corner joints shall be mitered. Interior corner joints may be coped. Casings at head of doors shall be mitered. When molded members adjoin other molding or plain sections, the molded members shall be carefully and accurately scribed to the other members. All exposed edges shall be eased. Use galvanized finishing nails on all finishing work.

Prepare all woodwork installed hereunder by cleaning and sanding as required to receive finishes specified in Section "Painting". Rough sawn (resawn) surfaces shall not be sanded.

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE

07110 - Membrane Waterproofing

07210 - Building Insulation

07920 - Sealants and Caulking

SECTION 07110

MEMBRANE WATERPROOFING

This section covers all membrane waterproofing and related items.

Vapor barrier shall be 6 mil, clear grade polyethylene.

Install vapor barrier under all interior concrete slabs. Lap and secure edges of vapor barrier to assure tight seal.

SECTION 07210

BUILDING INSULATION

This section covers all building insulation and related items.

All materials must be delivered in original unopened packages with manufacturer's name and contents legibly indicated.

Store all materials in a safe enclosed and protected area until ready to use.

Batt insulation shall be Johns-Manville Kraft-Faced fiberglass batt with following thicknesses:

Ceiling - 3-1/2" (R11)

Wood Walls - 3-1/2" (R11)

Concrete block insulation shall be loose fill granular insulation "Perlite" or equal.

Install insulation where shown on drawings.

Installation of the insulation shall be in strict accordance with the manufacturer's printed instructions.

All block cells not receiving concrete grout shall be filled with "PERLITE" insulation. (Applies to all buildings.)

Seal all electrical boxes recessed in masonry wall prior to filling wall with loose insulation.

SECTION 07310

ROOFING

PART 1 – GENERAL

This section covers all roof shingles and related items.

Deliver roofing materials to the job site in manufacturer’s original packaging with seals intact.

Coordinate work with the Project COR Wesley McCall.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

New asphalt shingles shall be 40 year warranty, TIMBERLINE PRESTIQUE 40 ARCHITECTURAL

SHINGLES BY GAF-ELK.

Color shall be weatherwood.

Ridge vent shall be VENTED RIDGECREST by GAF-ELK.

Flashing for the plumbing vents shall be pre-molded neoprene flashing.

Furnish and install black colored aluminum drip edge around entire perimeter of roof.

Fasteners shall be 1-1/4” long, 11-gauge galvanized roofing nails.

F. Roofing underlayment shall be Titanium URL 50 or equal.

G. Valley underlayment and drip edge underlayment shall be GRACE “ICE & WATER SHIELD” or equal. (N/A)

H. Metal roofing (if applicable) shall be “Lifetime” Grand Rib. All accessories (drip edge, ridge vent, etc.) shall be provided by the same manufacturer as the metal roofing.

a. Fastening shall be made through the “rib” of the roofing, not in the flats.

b. Fastening shall be in accordance with the Manufacturers Installation Instructions for minimum 120 mph wind zone.

c. Color will be selected by the Designated COR. Color samples shall be provided to the COR for selection.

d. Existing roofing shall be removed to sheathing as specified for shingle replacement.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

Remove existing single layered shingle roof including felt paper. Pull all nails. Report any defects or repairs needed to the Contracting Officer. Removed roofing shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the premises.

Use magnetic roller to retrieve any nails that may fall off the roof.

Protect the existing vegetation from damage.

Coordinate the work with the COR.

Install under layment and new shingles in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions shown on wrapper.

Staples will not be allowed.

2. Install single layer of titanium UDL 50 underlaiment or equal.

3. Roof valleys shall receive full width layer of ice & water shield from soffit end to roof ridge.

4. Copper flashing shall be installed in “open valley” fashion. Open valley shall be eight (8) inch min. width. (N/A)

5. The roofing shingles must lap the flashing at least six (6) inches (each side of valley).

6. Lap copper flashing ends a minimum of six (6) inches and seal with an approved sealer. (N/A)

Protect existing gutter system. Repair any damage caused during removal of old roof or installation of new shingles. Remove and reinstall if needed to avoid damage.

I. Install new Ridge Vent the entire length of the roof ridge.

Note:

* If any rotten decking is found once tear off is complete, that work will be negotiated and paid by mod to contract, pending documentation and approval by COR and CO.

* Approximately, 2 sq. of shingle will be needed, contractor is responsible for exact quantities needed.

SECTION 07920

SEALANTS AND CAULKING

This item includes the furnishing and installation of all sealants and other related items necessary to complete the project.

Product Handling

Deliver sealants and related accessories to the job site in factory-sealed, unopened containers bearing manufacturer's name and product designation.

Store in unopened containers. Follow manufacturer's recommendations for storage temperatures and shelf life.

Follow manufacturer's recommendation for handling products containing toxic materials. Keep flammable material away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Use recommended solvents and cleaning agents for cleaning tools, equipment, and skin.

All sealants, primers, and accessories shall be nonstaining to adjacent exposed materials.

Products having similar application and usage shall be of the same manufacturer and type.

Unless otherwise specified, color shall be selected from approved manufacturer's standard range.

Use gum-consistency compounds unless otherwise required by job conditions.

Sealants shall be Tremco "Mono," one-part acrylic terpolymer sealant.

Backer rod shall be polyethylene or polyurethane foam rod.

Clean all joints, removing all foreign matter such as dirt, dust, moisture, frost, rust, mill scale, paint, lacquer, and protective coatings. All joints shall be free of loose particles.

Use no cleaning solvents which leave residue. Wipe joints free of solvent using clean, dry white cloths or white lintless paper. Do not permit solvent to air dry.

Apply materials in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions.

Prime wood surfaces with varnish diluted 50% with approved thinner.

Use masking tape when practical to control lap of materials onto adjacent surfaces or to facilitate tooling. Remove tape immediately after caulking and sealing.

Colored sealants shall be installed to match the surrounding material colors.

If the condition does not clearly present the proper color solution, refer the question to the Engineer.

Clean adjacent surfaces soiled by caulking and sealing operations.

DIVISION 8 - DOORS AND WINDOWS

08210 - Flush Metal Doors

08710 - Finish Hardware

SECTION 08220

DOORS

PART 1 - GENERAL

A. SUMMARY

1. This Section pertains to the purchase and installation of the new flush metal entry doors on the Cowee Bald, Joanna Bald, and Round Mountain Communication buildings.

B. SUBMITTALS

1. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data and installation instructions for each material and product used.

2. Warranty: Submit manufacturer's standard warranty. Include labor and materials to repair or replace defective materials.

C. QUALITY ASSURANCE

1. Comply with governing codes and regulations. Provide products of acceptable manufacturers, which have been in satisfactory use in similar service for three years. Use experienced installers. Deliver, handle, and store materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

A. MATERIALS

1. Manufacturers: Contractor to select.

2. Exterior Grade Metal Doors:

a. Thickness: 1 ¾”

b. Minimum 16 GA. Galvanized

c. Factory Primed

3. Metal Jambs

a. Welded Type

b. Minimum 16 GA. Galvanized

c. Factory Primed

4. Fitting and Finish:

a. Fitting: Factory-prefit and premachined doors.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

A. INSTALLATION

1. Comply with NWMA I.S. 1A and specified quality standard.

2. Prefit doors to frames. Premachine doors for hardware listed on final schedules.

3. Install doors with not more than 1/8" clearance at top and sides, 1/4" at bottom. Comply with NFPA 80 for rated assemblies.

4. Adjust, clean, and protect.

SECTION 16010

BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

This section specifies the basic requirements for electrical installations and includes requirements common to more than one section of Division 16.

Install equipment and materials to provide required access for servicing and maintenance.

Verify final locations for rough-ins with field measurements and with the requirements of the actual equipment to be connected.

Coordinate electrical equipment and materials installation with other building components.

Arrange for chases, slots, and openings in other building components to allow for electrical installations.

Coordinate the installation of required supporting devices and sleeves to be set in poured in place concrete and other structural components as they are constructed.

Sequence, coordinate, and integrate installations of electrical materials and equipment for efficient flow of work.

Coordinate the cutting and patching of building components to accommodate the installation of electrical equipment and materials.

I.

Where mounting heights are not detailed or dimensioned, install electrical services and overhead equipment to provide the maximum headroom possible.

J.

Install electrical equipment to facilitate maintenance and repair or replacement of equipment components. As much as practical, connect equipment for ease of disconnecting, with minimum of interference with other installations.

K.

Materials and installation shall be in full accordance with the latest requirements of the National Electric Code, National Fire Protection Association Codes and other applicable State and local codes and regulations. Nothing in these drawings and specifications is to be construed to permit work not conforming to these codes.

L.

Provide permanent operational data nameplates on each item of power operated electrical equipment indicating manufacturer, product name, model number, serial number, capacity, operating and power characteristics, labels of tested compliances, and similar essential data.

M.

Locate nameplates in an accessible location.

N.

Deliver products to project properly identified with names, model numbers, types, grades, compliance labels, and similar information needed for distinct identifications and adequately packaged and protected to prevent damage during shipment, storage, and handling.

O.

Protect stored equipment and materials from damage.

P.

Coordinate deliveries of electrical materials and equipment to minimize construction site congestion.

Q.

Limit each shipment of materials and equipment to the items and quantities needed for the smooth and efficient flow of installation.

R.

Provide the following record documents:

Mark drawings to indicate revisions to conduit sizes and locations, both exterior and interior; actual equipment locations, dimensioned for column lines; concealed equipment, dimensioned to column lines; distribution and branch electrical circuitry; fuse and circuit breaker size and arrangements; support and hanger details; change orders; and concealed control system devices.

Mark specifications to indicate approved substitutions; change orders; actual equipment and materials used.

S.

Provide the following operation and maintenance data:

Description of function, normal operating characteristics and limitations, performance curves, engineering data and tests, and complete nomenclature and commercial numbers of all replaceable parts.

Manufacturer's printed operating procedures to include start-up, break-in, routine and normal operating instructions; regulation, control, stopping, shut-down, and emergency instructions; and summer and winter operating instructions.

Maintenance procedures for routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting; disassembly, repair, and reassembly; and aligning and adjusting instructions.

Servicing instructions and lubrication charts and schedules.

T.

Provide complete warranty information for each item of equipment to include date of beginning of warranty or bond, duration of warranty or bond, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers and procedures for filing a claim and obtaining warranty services.

U.

Clean all light fixtures, lamps and lenses prior to final project acceptance. Replace all inoperative lamps.

SECTION 16100

BASIC MATERIALS & METHODS

PART 1 – GENERAL

This section covers materials and construction methods for the complete electrical systems.

Materials furnished for inclusion in the work shall have been designed, built, and tested in accordance with applicable NEMA and IEEE standards, shall be approved and labeled by the Underwriters’ Laboratories, Inc. and shall be new.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

A. Load Center: Power is generated by solar and transferred to a battery “bank” inside of the facility. Tha contractor shall provide an AC/DC inverter that is capable of providing power to the outlets and lighting. Note that these fixtures will only be used for short periods during site visits.

WIRE AND CABLES

GENERAL

Wire and cable shall comply in all respects with current UL standards, where applicable. Unless otherwise specified, all conductors shall be of annealed copper and stranded, except #10 and #12 branch circuit cables may be solid. Grounding conductors will be required for all circuits.

Minimum size wire used for power circuits shall be #12 AWG copper.

Insulation

In conduit above ground in dry locations, shall be Type TW, THWN or THHN.

All wiring shall be copper.

CONDUIT

Rigid metallic conduit shall be galvanized coated ferrous pipe manufactured and marked for electrical conduit. This classification shall include Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC).

Rigid non-metallic conduit shall be Schedule 40 PVC manufactured to NEMA TC-2 and WC 1094 specifications.

Electrical metallic tubing (EMT) shall be galvanized coated ferrous tubing manufactured and marked for electrical conduit.

Flexible metal conduit shall be UL labeled zinc coated steel. Conduit used in damp or corrosive atmosphere shall be liquid-tight.

Fitting shall be of the same material as the conduit being connected and shall be either screwed or compression type. No set-screw type allowed.

BOXES

All junction boxes and fixture boxes shall be constructed of code gauge steel, cast aluminum or plastic, with a minimum of 18 cubic inches except for end of line or switch leg which may be 12.5 cubic inches.

Exposed and surface mounted boxes outdoors shall be cast metal with weather-proof covers. Receptacle boxes shall be complete with weather-proof spring loaded hinged cover.

Exposed and surface mounted boxes indoors shall be the handy type.

WIRING DEVICES

Toggle type AC switches shall be specification grade rated 15 or 20 amp, 120 volt AC. Switch shall be rated to the load being controlled. Switches shall be Hubbel or Leviton #1201-I or #1203-I. All switches out of view from the equipment being switched shall have a light or lighted handle to signal when on (Hubbel #1222PL or pilot light.)

Receptacles shall be specification grade duplex, 3-wire ground type, rated for 15 or 20 amp @ 125 volts AC or DC, Hubbel or Leviton 5262-I or equal. On circuits supplying only one receptacle, the receptacle shall be specification grade rated for the amperes and voltage of the circuits. All receptacles shall be grounded. Ground fault circuit interrupter receptacles (GFCI) shall be UL approved and shall be rated for 15 or 20 amp as required.

Device plates for concealed boxes shall be Phenolic in color that most nearly matches the wall being installed on.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

GENERAL

All wiring, disconnects, switches, and other equipment shall be installed at location shown on the drawings and/or specifications.

CONDUIT

All conduit penetrating concrete slabs and run exposed up to switches and boxes or up to 2’ above the floor shall be rigid metallic.

Exposed conduit above switches or 2’ above the floor shall be either EMT or PVC.

All conduit run exposed and boxes shall be primed and painted to match the wall or ceiling surface where mounted. (Restrooms only)

Flexible conduit shall be used for runs not to exceed 6’ to connect equipment.

If no size is specified, conduit shall be sized in accordance with NEC with a minimum size of 1/2 inch.

WIRING

Non-metallic sheathed cable (type NM) may be used in all locations above grade where not exposed or installed in concrete or masonry walls. All NM shall be installed in accordance with Article 336, NEC.

All conduit shall be run either perpendicular or horizontal to the building and supported as required in the NEC with a maximum spacing of five feet.

All 120 and 240 volt circuits shall be equipped with a separate neutral (as required) and a ground wire. No common neutrals will be allowed.

DEVICES, SWITCHES AND RECEPTACLES

Unless otherwise shown on the drawings, outlet and switches shall be installed as follows:

Switches

48” AFF

Duplex Receptacle

24” AFF mount vertical

EQUIPMENT SUPPORTS

The contractor shall furnish and install all necessary support for mounting electrical apparatus. All structural shapes, rods, bolts, nuts, etc., used to support electrical equipment shall be galvanized for exterior use, and primed and painted with two coats of metal paint. Color shall approximate surrounding finishes.

GROUNDING

All equipment shall be grounded in strict accordance with requirements of the National Electric Code.

SECTION 08710

FINISH HARDWARE

This section covers all finish door hardware and related items.

A. Some of the existing hardware my be reused unless what available does not meet the needs of what is required for completion of work, the Contractor shall furnish such items of the type and quality for approval by C.O..

B. Prior to ordering materials, submit for C.O. approval, copies of the complete schedule of all finish hardware. The schedule shall indicate type, manufacturer's number, location, and finish of each item. The schedule will be rejected and returned if it does not contain a list detailing each item such as butt hinges and locksets with the manufacturer's name and finish symbol beside it.

Door Hardware

1. See Hardware available for reuse on existing doors.

2. Desired are “commercial grade” hardware.

Secure approval of locations, keying, marking, and methods of installation before proceeding with work.

Install finish hardware according to manufacturer's instructions.

Remove and replace hardware as necessary to prevent damage, soiling, and staining during painting operations.

Protect hardware finish by covering, masking, or other methods.

Adjust hardware to proper operational condition prior to completion of project.

Deliver instructions, and hardware maintenance data to the C.O. on completion of project.

Drill all push/pull plates to accept lock cylinders to give the appearance of the plates being part of the lockset.

SECTION 01732 – DEMOLITION

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.2 SCOPE OF WORK.

I. Project consists of the removing to utility buildings at the Cheoah Work Center (small communication building and old well-house). Work includes removal of all disconnected components that might still exist in the buildings.

A. Well-house and communication building:

Note: Both buildings are of block construction, shingled roof on a concrete slab.

1. Remove all building materials and dispose.

2. Re-grade area to drain. Seed all disturbed areas and mulch with straw.

3. Remove building by collapsing with excavator type machine. Then remove and dispose of vaults.

4. Fill hole with ABC stone or borrow material excavated in the vicinity of the work (if approved by COR).

5. All removed materials shall be hauled off Forest Land to an approved State landfill.

1.2

- METHOD OF PAYMENT.

Lump sum for all items of work described under this contract.

PART 2 – EXECUTION

2.1

DEMOLITION

A. Conduct demolition operations and remove debris to prevent injury to people and minimal damage to foliage.

B. Promptly remove demolished materials from Forest Service property and legally dispose of them. Do not burn demolished materials. Concrete/Masonry materials can be used to backfill site at reservoir.

C. Prior to beginning demolishing the building the contractor shall install orange safety fencing around the entire area. Signing and other safety requirements are the responsibility of the contractor.

PART 3 – CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY

3.1

The contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with applicable federal, state and local regulations pertaining to the protection of workers, visitors to the site, and shall hold the Government harmless for failure to comply with any applicable safety or health regulations on the part of himself, his employees, or his subcontractors.

Attachment 02