Attachment_A_-_Detailed_Specifications.docx

CHITTENDEN EXTRACTORY REMODEL

HURON-MANISTEE NATIONAL FORESTS

MANISTEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN

Scope of Contract:

Provide construction services for the Chittenden Extractory Remodel Project at the Chittenden Nursery of the Huron-Manistee National Forests in Wellston, MI. The project consists of replacing widows, doors, siding, flooring, drywall, and kitchen and bathroom groups; insulating the walls and attic; addition of electrical outlets, and installation of 3 new bathrooms, kitchen, and a whole building HVAC system on a historic building. Note: Existing siding to be removed contains lead based paint.

Specifications:

Applicable Codes All work in this contract shall be done in accordance with the following:

1. National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)

2. OSHA – Occupational Safety and Health Act

3. IBC 2015 – International Building Code 2012 Edition

4. NEC 2014 – National Electric Code

5. AAMA 100-12 Method “A” for window installation (American Architectural Manufacturer’s Association)

6. All local safety and fire regulations

7. All manufacturer installation instructions.

Verification of Dimensions The contractor shall be responsible for the conditions and proper relation of their work to the site conditions and will familiarize themselves with all details of the work and working conditions. The contractor shall verify all dimensions in the field and generate their own quantities for work provided. Any and all incidental items not specifically listed in this contract are to be included in the bid to provide to the government a finished end product.

Permits There are no building or electrical permits required by this contract.

Submittals Within 14 days of the notice to proceed and at least 5 days prior to the beginning of the contract, the contractor shall submit for approval in writing to the contracting officer:

1. Proposed Schedule of Work (cost loaded)

2. Subcontractors to be used

3. Certificate of Liability Insurance

4. Safety Plan Prior to commencing work on any line item, the contractor shall submit for approval to the CO submittals for all items listed below. The Forest Service shall be given a minimum of 5 business days for decision on all color samples.

Wages Contractor is to pay applicable Davis-Bacon Wages in accordance with all Department of Labor regulations, which are attached. This includes providing certified payrolls to the CO.

Existing Utilities The contractor is responsible for contacting Miss Dig a minimum of 5 business days prior to excavation for location of underground utilities. Miss Dig can be contacted by dialing 811 or 1-800-482-7171.

General Specifications Materials and Installation:

The building to be remodel is part of a historical campus and all exterior materials have been preapproved by the Forest Service for use on site as meeting historical requirements. As such, no “Or Equal” products will be permitted for items seen on the exterior of the building.

Detailed Overview

2. Windows: Windows are to be Quaker Windows Brighton Series wood windows with color matched aluminum clad exteriors installed per AAMA 100-12 Method “A” Door shall be a 2 panel 6 lite 36” wood or fiberglass entry door matching the appearance shown in the photo included in appendix J. Door shall also be ABD/ADA compliant with new entry hardware included.

3. Siding: Siding is to be LP Smartside finished with DiamondKote custom colored to FS specifications. Color codes will be provided at award to contractor. New siding and trim is to match existing layout, with approved variation of siding exposure. Include drainage style building wrap, all necessary flashing, and sealing tapes. Remove fire extinguisher window to restore exterior to original design

4. Soffit and Fascia: Install new soffit and fascia to preserve the original exposed rafter tails. Provide venting behind the soffit to provide ventilation to the attic. Soffit and Fascia are to be color matched with building siding and trim colors as approved by the COR.

5. Flooring: Remove staircase to the basement, fill remaining hole, and all other holes to be structurally sound for the application of tile above. Install 12” x 12” tile throughout the main floor of the building including under all cabinetry, note that part of the floor is concrete and part is wood. Flooring is to be installed in a smooth plane and comply with providing ADA/ABA access to the building.

6. Walls and insulation: Remove wallboard on all walls, reconfigure electrical as laid out by COR: in the bedrooms 6 receptacles, living room 5, dining room 4, and all other areas minimum as required by current code. Upgrade light switch cable as to required for new construction in 2014 NEC. Insulate exterior walls with 6” foam-in-place insulation, install vent shoots in the attic, and insulate attic with R40 blow in insulation. Ensure wall insulation is smoothed flush to edge of studs for drywall installation.

7. Interior finishes: Hang drywall and provide for a level 4 finish. Prime and paint all new drywall, color selected by COR. Paint existing ceilings with white ceiling paint. Install extension jambs and trim for windows and doors. Trim to be wood complimenting new windows, window interiors, trim, and extension jams to be finished to a minimum equivalent level of 2 coats polyurethane.

8. Main Floor Bathroom Group: Install a new cabinet, lavatory, toilet, and shower in the main floor bathroom. Include all fixtures and plumbing modifications needed to provide a fully functional complete bathroom. Ensure that final layout is ABA/ADA compliant.

9. Main Floor Kitchen Group: Provide and install kitchen cabinets, counters, double basin sink, to create a kitchen group. Contractor shall provide utility connections in the kitchen for propane cooking range, refrigerator, dishwasher, and vent hood. Vent hood connection shall also include vent to exterior of building. Forest Service shall supply appliances.

10. HVAC: Design and install a forced air furnace based heating system. Include all ducts, grills, louvers, and other accessories needed to provide a fully operational system. Each room should be individually balanced supplies and returns for operation with the doors closed.

11. Basement Bathroom Group: Where indicated in the basement, install a bathroom group that includes three full baths (shower, toilet, lavatory). Each bathroom should be separated, having individual lights and exhaust fans. Include all necessary material and labor needed to have 3 independently functioning units including all electrical and plumbing. Products for basis of design are: Sterling Ensemble 32”x60” alcove shower, Kohler Highline Classic Water Closet, Glacier Bay 24 ½” Vanity, and a 24”x 32” mirror. All faucets and toilets are to be EPA water sense certified. Contractor to coordinate final products and layout with COR.

12. Basement Kitchen: Install a kitchen group in the basement of the building. Kitchen is to have cabinets, counters, 2 sinks with faucets and associated plumbing. Provide space and utility connections for 2 propane ranges with vent hoods, and 2 refrigerators. Install receptacles and lighting as needed to create a code compliant kitchen. Forest Service will provide appliances.

DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS:

Table of Contents

SECTION 01 1000 Summary Part 1 General

1.01 Project

A. Chittenden Seed Extractory Renovation B. Government or Owner: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Eastern Region R9. Contracting Officer (CO) refers to the person assigned by the USDA Forest Service to administer the contract. The contracting officer will designate a contracting officers representative (COR) with specific delegation authority.

C. Contracting Officer’s Name: Shawn Lacina, Lake States Contracting, 500 Hanson Lake Road, Rhinelander, WI 54501.

D. The Project consists of the construction of:

CONTRACT DESCRIPTION

A. Contract Type: Firm fixed price

OWNER OCCUPANCY

B. Government will occupy the Site upon Substantial Completion of all Base Bid work.

CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

C. Construction Operations: Limited to 50’ from building and staging areas as agreed by COR.

D. Arrange use of site and premises to allow:

1. Work by Others.

2. Work by Government.

3. Government employee access and parking for existing Office and other existing buildings.

E. Provide access to and from site as required by law and by Government:

1. Do not obstruct roadways or other public ways without permit. Take all necessary precautions to insure the safety of the public. Provide signage to warn of construction activity.

F. Time Restrictions:

1. Limit work to the hours of 6 AM to 6 PM. No work to be performed on weekends or on federal government holidays without written approval of the Contracting Officer.

G. Utility Outages and Shutdown:

1. Prevent accidental disruption of utility services to adjacent government facilities. Provide seven (7) day advanced notice of any operation that will significantly limit access or disruption of any utility services at the adjacent existing office. Any planned outages must be limited to a max. 8 hours period.

WORK SEQUENCE

H. Coordinate construction schedule and operations with Government.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01 2000 Price and Payment Procedures

PART 1 GENERAL

A. SECTION INCLUDES

B. Procedures for preparation and submittal of applications for progress payments.

C. Correlation of Contractor submittals based on changes.

D. Procedures for preparation and submittal of application for final payment.

RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 2200 - Unit Prices: payment and modification procedures relating to unit prices.

B. Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements.

SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Electronic media printout including equivalent information will be considered in lieu of standard form specified; submit sample to Contracting Officer for approval.

B. Forms filled out by hand will not be accepted.

C. Submit Schedule of Values in excel format and pdf format.

D. Format: Utilize the Table of Contents of specifications. Identify each line item with number and title of the specification Section.

E. Revise schedule of values to list approved Change Orders, with each Application for Payment.

APPLICATIONS FOR PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. Payment Period: Submit at intervals in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Payment Clause included in the Contract.

B. Electronic media printout including equivalent information will be considered in lieu of standard form specified; submit sample to Contracting Officer for approval.

C. Forms filled out by hand will not be accepted.

D. Execute certification by signature of authorized officer.

E. Submit three copies of each Application for Payment.

F. Include the following with the application:

1. Transmittal letter as specified for Submittals in Section 01 3000.

2. Construction progress schedule, highlighting actual progress as specified in Section 01 3000.

3. Partial release of liens from major Subcontractors and vendors.

4. Schedule of values indicating percentage complete.

5. Submittal Register, updated as of the date of the payment request.

6. Rejections: No payment shall be made for any portion of the work for which required submittals have not been received and approved by the government.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01 3000 Administrative Requirements PART 1 General

SECTION INCLUDES

A. Preconstruction meeting.

B. Progress meetings.

C. Construction progress schedule.

D. Progress photographs.

E. Submittals for review, information, and project closeout.

F. Number of copies of submittals.

G. Submittal procedures.

RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 1000 - Summary.

B. Section 01 2000 - Price and Payment Procedures: Schedule of Values.

C. Section 01 3516 – Sustainability Submittal Forms D. Section 01 6000- Product Requirements.

E. Section 01 7000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Additional coordination requirements.

F. Section 01 7800 - Closeout Submittals: Project record documents.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Contracting Officer will schedule a meeting after Notice of Award.

B. Agenda:

1. Execution of Government-Contractor Contract.

2. Distribution of Contract Documents.

3. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and project schedule.

4. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract, and Contracting Officer.

5. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

6. Scheduling.

7. Site Access and Use

8. Site Safety precautions and protective measures

9. Utility Outages

10. Payment Process C. Contractor to record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Contracting Officer, Government, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the work as needed by the COR. COR will call for meetings with minimum 1 day prior not including Saturdays or Sundays B. Make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, and preside at meetings.

C. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, major Subcontractors and suppliers, Government, Contracting Officer, other personnel as appropriate to agenda topics for each meeting.

D. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems that impede, or will impede, planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Maintenance of progress schedule.

7. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

8. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

9. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

10. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

11. Other business relating to Work.

E. Record minutes and distribute copies within three days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Contracting Officer, Government, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Within 10 days after Contract award, submit a detail based schedule defining planned operations through the contract period. The base schedule shall correlate to the schedule of values and also include long lead time procurement items which exceed 30 days. The schedule shall be cost loaded based on the schedule of values and a cost versus contract time graph provided. The project critical path shall be clearly identified and include start and ending dates for each item on the critical path. Submittals shall be identified to include submission date and incorporate a 14 day Government review period.

B. If the Base schedule requires revision after review, submit revised schedule within 10 days.

C. Within each payment request submit the approved based schedule indicating actual progress.

D. At any time an item on the critical path has15 days or more of negative float the Contractor shall submit a recovery plan indicating measure to be taken to bring the project back on schedule for Government review and approval.

SUBMITTAL REGISTER

A. The Contractor shall develop and submit for approval a Submittal register that will be used for tracking submittal progress throughout the life of the project. The submittal register shall identify as a minimum for each submittal, the specification number, submittal name, brief description, type of submittal, Planned submission date (should match progress schedule), actual submission date, date returned by government, action code (approved, disapproved, approved with exception, etc). Submittals requiring resubmission indicate the original number and a sequential alphabetic suffix, starting with”a”.

SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for review:

1. Product data.

2. Shop drawings.

3. Samples for selection.

4. Samples for verification.

5. Maintenance Data.

6. References.

7. Warranty.

B. Submit to Contracting Officer for review for the limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

C. Samples will be reviewed only for aesthetic, color, or finish selection.

SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them for information:

1. Design data.

2. Certificates.

3. Test reports.

4. Inspection reports.

5. Manufacturer's instructions.

6. Manufacturer's field reports.

7. Operation data.

8. Other types indicated.

B. Submit for Contracting Officer's knowledge as contract administrator for Government.

SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

C. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout:

1. Project record documents.

2. Operation and maintenance data.

3. Warranties.

4. Bonds.

5. Other types as indicated.

D. Submit for Government's benefit during and after project completion.

NUMBER OF COPIES OF SUBMITTALS

A. Documents for Review:

1. Small Size Sheets, Not Larger Than 8-1/2 x 11 inches: Submit the number of copies that Contractor requires, plus two copies that will be retained by Contracting Officer.

2. Larger Sheets, Not Larger Than 36 x 48 inches: Submit the number of opaque reproductions that Contractor requires, plus two copies that will be retained by Contracting Officer.

B. Documents for Information: Submit 2 copies.

C. Samples: Submit the number specified in individual specification sections; one of which will be retained by Contracting Officer.

1. After review, produce duplicates.

2. Retained samples will not be returned to Contractor unless specifically so stated.

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Transmit each submittal with approved form.

B. Sequentially number the transmittal form. Revise submittals with original number and a sequential alphabetic suffix.

C. Identify Project, Contractor, Subcontractor or supplier; and specification section number, as appropriate on each copy.

D. Deliver submittals to Contracting Officer at business address.

E. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and coordinate submission of related items.

F. For each submittal for review, allow 3 days excluding delivery time to and from the Contractor.

G. Identify variations from Contract Documents and Product or system limitations that may be detrimental to successful performance of the completed Work.

H. Provide space for Contractor and Contracting Officer review stamps.

I. When revised for resubmission, identify all changes made since previous submission.

J. Distribute copies of reviewed submittals as appropriate. Instruct parties to promptly report any inability to comply with requirements.

K. Submittals not requested will not be recognized or processed.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01 3526 Safety and Health

PART 1 - GENERAL

SUMMARY

A. References: In addition to publications referenced in the Contract and FAR 52.236-13, the following Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) publications designate and define hazardous materials and conditions, and establish procedures for handling these materials and conditions.

1. 29 CFR, Part 1910: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) General Industry and Health Standards.

2. 29 CFR, Part 1926: OSHA Construction Industry Standards.

3. 40 CFR, Part 61: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants.

4. 40 CFR, Part 261: Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Characteristics of Hazardous Waste.

5. 40 CFR, Part 761, EPA Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs), Manufacturing, Processing, Distribution in Commerce and Use Prohibitions.

B. Acquisition of Publications: Referenced CFR publications may be purchased from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

SAFETY MEETING

A. Prior to commencing construction, representatives of the Contractor, including the Superintendent, shall meet with the Government to review the Contract's safety and health requirements.

B. The Contractor's safety and health program shall be reviewed, and implementation of safety and health provisions pertinent to the Work shall be discussed.

COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS

A. Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable codes, standards and regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during execution of the Work. The Contractor shall have written safety and health programs in compliance with 29 CFR Parts 1910 and 1926.

SUBMITTALS

A. Safety and Health Programs: The Contractor shall submit, for approval, copies of the project safety and health programs, as applicable to the work scope, or required as a result of the safety meeting, including but not necessarily limited to the following:

1. Occupational Noise Exposure.

2. Fall Protection.

3. Personnel Protective Equipment.

4. Control of Hazardous Energy.

5. Electrical Safety Related Work Practices.

B. Add the following and others, as applicable for the project.

1. Lead.

2. Respirator Protection.

3. Confined spaces.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Special facilities, devices, equipment and similar items used by the Contractor in execution of the Work shall comply with 29 CFR Part 1910, Subpart I and other applicable regulations.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

EMERGENCY SUSPENSION OF WORK

A. In accordance with FAR 52.236-13, when the Contractor is notified by the Government, of non-compliance with safety or health provisions of the Contract, the Contractor shall immediately, correct the unsafe or unhealthy condition. In accordance with FAR 52.236-14 if the Contractor fails to comply promptly, all or part of the Work will be stopped by Government notice. The Contractor shall not be allowed any extension of time or compensation for damages in connection with a work stoppage for unsafe or unhealthy conditions.

PROTECTION OF PERSONNEL

A. The Contract shall take all necessary precautions to prevent injury to the public, occupants, or damage to property of others.

ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. Dispose of solid, liquid and gaseous contaminants in accordance with local codes, laws, ordinances and regulations.

B. Comply with applicable federal, state and local noise control laws, ordinances and regulations, including but not limited to 29 CFR 1910.95 and 29 CFR 1926.52.

END OF SECTION 01595

SECTION 01 4000 Quality Requirements

SECTION INCLUDES

A. References and standards. Quality assurance submittals.

B. Mock-ups.

C. Control of installation.

D. Tolerances.

E. Testing and inspection services.

F. Manufacturers' field services.

RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Document 00 3100 - Available Project Information: Subsurface Soil Exploration Reports.

B. Section 01 3000 - Administrative Requirements: Submittal procedures.

C. Section 01 6000 - Product Requirements: Requirements for material and product quality.

REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ASTM C 1021 - Standard Practice for Laboratories Engaged in Testing of Building Sealants; 2008.

B. ASTM C 1077 - Standard Practice for Laboratories Testing Concrete and Concrete Aggregates for Use in Construction and Criteria for Laboratory Evaluation; 2007a.

C. ASTM C 1093 - Standard Practice for Accreditation of Testing Agencies for Masonry; 2007.

D. ASTM E 329 - Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged Construction Inspection and/or Testing; 2007a.

E. ASTM E 548 - Standard Guide for General Criteria used for Evaluating Laboratory Competence; 1994.

SUBMITTALS

A. Testing Agency Qualifications:

1. Prior to start of Work, submit agency name, address, and telephone number, and names of full time registered Engineer and responsible officer.

2. Submit copy of report of laboratory facilities inspection made by NIST Construction Materials Reference Laboratory during most recent inspection, with memorandum of remedies of any deficiencies reported by the inspection.

B. Design Data and Shop Drawings: Submit for Contracting Officer's knowledge as contract administrator for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents, or for Government's information.

C. Test Reports: After each test/inspection, promptly submit two copies of report to Contracting Officer, and the Contractor.

1. Include:

a. Date issued.

b. Project title and number.

c. Name of inspector.

d. Date and time of sampling or inspection.

e. Identification of product and specifications section.

f. Location in the Project.

g. Type of test/inspection.

h. Date of test/inspection.

i. Results of test/inspection.

j. Conformance with Contract Documents.

k. When requested by Contracting Officer, provide interpretation of results.

D. Certificates: When specified, submit certification by the manufacturer and Contractor or installation/application subcontractor to Contracting Officer, in quantities specified for Product Data.

1. Indicate material or product conforms to or exceeds specified requirements. Submit supporting reference data, affidavits, and certifications as appropriate.

2. Certificates may be recent or previous test results on material or product, but must be acceptable to Contracting Officer.

E. Manufacturer's Instructions: When specified in individual specification sections, submit printed instructions for delivery, storage, assembly, installation, start-up, adjusting, and finishing, for the Government's information. Indicate special procedures, perimeter conditions requiring special attention, and special environmental criteria required for application or installation.

F. Manufacturer's Field Reports: Submit reports for Contracting Officer's benefit as contract administrator or for Government.

1. Submit report in duplicate within 30 days of observation to Contracting Officer for information.

2. Submit for information for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

G. Erection Drawings: Submit drawings for Contracting Officer's benefit as contract administrator or for Government.

1. Submit for information for the limited purpose of assessing conformance with information given and the design concept expressed in the contract documents.

2. Data indicating inappropriate or unacceptable Work may be subject to action by Contracting Officer or Government.

EXECUTION

CONTROL OF INSTALLATION

A. Monitor quality control over suppliers, manufacturers, products, services, site conditions, and workmanship, to produce Work of specified quality.

B. Comply with manufacturers' instructions, including each step in sequence.

C. Should manufacturers' instructions conflict with Contract Documents, request clarification from Contracting Officer before proceeding.

D. Comply with specified standards as minimum quality for the Work except where more stringent tolerances, codes, or specified requirements indicate higher standards or more precise workmanship.

E. Have Work performed by persons qualified to produce required and specified quality.

F. Verify that field measurements are as indicated on shop drawings or as instructed by the manufacturer.

G. Secure products in place with positive anchorage devices designed and sized to withstand stresses, vibration, physical distortion, and disfigurement.

MANUFACTURERS' FIELD SERVICES

A. When specified in individual specification sections, require material or product suppliers or manufacturers to provide qualified staff personnel to observe site conditions, conditions of surfaces and installation, quality of workmanship, start-up of equipment, test, adjust and balance of equipment as applicable, and to initiate instructions when necessary.

B. Report observations and site decisions or instructions given to applicators or installers that are supplemental or contrary to manufacturers' written instructions.

DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace Work or portions of the Work not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in the opinion of Contracting Officer, it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, Contracting Officer will direct an appropriate remedy or adjust payment.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01 5000 Temporary Facilities and Controls

PART 1 GENERAL

SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary utilities.

B. Temporary telecommunications services.

C. Temporary sanitary facilities.

D. Temporary Controls: Barriers.

E. Security requirements.

TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. Contractor may use on site facilities; provide for any facilities inadequacies as needed at no additional cost to the government.

B. The contractor may store and stage materials on site in the designated areas. Contractor is responsible for securing all materials and meeting storage requirements stated elsewhere.

C. Use trigger-operated nozzles for water hoses, to avoid waste of water.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

A. Contractor shall be reachable by cell phone, no additional services are required

TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Contractor may use on site sanitary facilities provided they are maintained in a clean and sanitary condition.

BARRIERS

A. Provide barriers as needed to unauthorized entry to construction areas and to protect adjacent properties from damage from construction operations. Align barriers so employees and the public have safe access to existing facilities.

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

SECURITY

A. Provide security and facilities to protect Work, and Government's operations from unauthorized entry, vandalism, or theft.

PROTECTION OF EXISTING FACILITIES

A. Contractor shall take care not to disrupt the operations of the existing office and operations taking place in other onsite buildings. Contractor shall provide written seven (7) days advanced notice to the Forest Service of any operations that will significantly limit access or disrupt utility services to the existing office. Employees will require safe access to all other site buildings throughout the construction period.

REMOVAL OF UTILITIES, FACILITIES, AND CONTROLS

A. Remove temporary utilities, equipment, facilities, materials, prior to Final Application for Payment inspection.

B. Clean and repair damage caused by installation or use of temporary work.

END OF SECTION

SECTION 01 5721 Indoor Air Quality Controls

SECTION INCLUDES

A. Construction procedures to promote adequate indoor air quality after construction.

B. Building flush-out after construction and before occupancy.

C. Testing indoor air quality after completion of construction.

PROJECT GOALS

A. Dust and Airborne Particulates: Prevent deposition of dust and other particulates in HVAC ducts and equipment.

1. Cleaning of ductwork is not contemplated under this Contract.

2. Contractor shall bear the cost of cleaning required due to failure to protect ducts and equipment from construction dust.

B. Airborne Contaminants: Procedures and products have been specified to minimize indoor air pollutants.

1. Furnish products meeting the specifications.

2. Avoid construction practices that could result in contamination of installed products leading to indoor air pollution.

RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 4000 - Quality Requirements: Testing and inspection services.

B. Section 01 6116 - Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content Restrictions: LEED submittal requirements.

C. Section 23 4000 - HVAC Air Cleaning Devices: HVAC filters.

D. Section 23 0593 - Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC: Testing HVAC systems for proper air flow rates, adjustment of dampers and registers, and settings for equipment.

REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ACGIH - American Conference of Government Industrial Hygienists.

B. ASHRAE Std 52.2 - Method of Testing General Ventilation Air-Cleaning Devices for Removal Efficiency by Particle Size; 2007.

C. ASHRAE Std 55 - Thermal Environmental Conditions for Human Occupancy.

D. SMACNA (OCC) - IAQ Guideline for Occupied Buildings Under Construction; 2007.

DEFINITIONS

A. Adsorptive Materials (Dry Products): Gypsum board, acoustical ceiling tile and panels, carpet and carpet tile, fabrics, fibrous insulation, and other similar products.

B. Contaminants: Gases, vapors, regulated pollutants, airborne mold and mildew, and the like, as specified.

C. MERV: Minimum Efficiency Reporting Value.

D. Particulates: Dust, dirt, and other airborne solid matter.

E. Priority Products: Products known to be high chemical emitters, long term emitters, and those expected to present emissions in high amounts (high surface area).

F. Threshold Limit Value (TLV): Industrial Work Place Standard as defined by ACGIH.

G. Wet Work (Wet Products): Concrete, plaster, coatings, and other products that emit water vapor or volatile organic compounds during installation, drying, or curing.

PART 3 EXECUTION

CONSTRUCTION PROCEDURES

A. Prevent the absorption of moisture, humidity and contaminates by adsorptive materials by:

1. Sequencing the delivery of such materials so that they are not present in the building until wet work is completed and dry.

2. Delivery and storage of such materials in fully sealed moisture-impermeable packaging.

3. Monitor storage areas for contamination; correct problems and implement preventative measures.

4. Provide sufficient ventilation for drying of wet materials within reasonable time frame.

5. Install high-VOC emitting products prior to installation of porous and fibrous products, or protect with polyethylene sheeting, properly sealed.

6. Immediately remove products exhibiting stains, mold, mildew or other evidence of water or moisture damage from site.

B. Begin construction ventilation when building is substantially enclosed.

C. If extremely dusty or dirty work must be conducted inside the building, shut down HVAC systems for the duration; remove dust and dirt completely before restarting systems.

D. Do not store construction materials or waste in mechanical or electrical rooms.

E. Complete installation of interior finishing materials two to four weeks prior to building occupancy.

F. Use other relevant recommendations of SMACNA IAQ Guideline for Occupied Buildings Under Construction for avoiding unnecessary contamination due to construction procedures.

BUILDING FLUSH-OUT

A. Contractor's Option: Either full continuous flush-out OR satisfactory air contaminant testing is required, not both.

B. Perform building flush-out before occupancy.

C. Do not start flush-out until:

1. All construction is complete.

2. HVAC systems have been tested, adjusted, and balanced for proper operation.

3. Cleaning of inside of HVAC ductwork, specified elsewhere, has been completed.

4. Inspection of inside of return air ducts and terminal units confirms that cleaning is not necessary.

5. New HVAC filtration media have been installed.

D. Building Flush-Out: Operate all ventilation systems at normal flow rates with 100 percent outside air until a total air volume of 14,000 cubic feet per square foot of floor area has been supplied.

1. Obtain Government's concurrence that construction is complete enough before beginning flush-out.

2. Maintain interior temperature of at least 60 degrees F and interior relative humidity no higher than 60 percent.

3. If additional construction involving materials that produce particulates or any of the specified contaminants is conducted during flush-out, start flush-out over.

E. Install new HVAC filtration media after completion of flush-out and before occupancy or further testing.

SECTION 01 6000 Product Requirements

SECTION INCLUDES

A. General product requirements.

B. Sustainability-related product requirements.

C. Transportation, handling, storage and protection.

D. Product option requirements.

E. Substitution limitations and procedures.

F. Maintenance materials, including extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software.

RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Document 00 2113 - Instructions to Bidders: Product options and substitution procedures prior to bid date.

B. Section 01 4000 - Quality Requirements: Product quality monitoring.

C. Section 01 6116 - Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content Restrictions: Requirements for VOC-restricted product categories.

D. Section 01 7419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal: Waste disposal requirements potentially affecting packaging and substitutions.

DEFINITIONS

REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code; National Fire Protection Association; 2008.

SUBMITTALS

A. Product List: Submit a list, in tabular from, showing specified products. Include generic names of products required. Include manufacturer's name and proprietary product names for each product.

1. Coordinate product list with Contractor's Construction Schedule and the Submittals Schedule.

2. Form: Tabulate information for each product under the following column headings:

a. Specification Section number and title.

b. Generic name used in the Contract Documents.

c. Proprietary name, model number, and similar designations.

d. Manufacturer's name and address.

e. Supplier's name and address.

f. Installer's name and address.

g. Projected delivery date or time span of delivery period.

h. Identification of items that require early submittal approval for scheduled delivery date.

3. Initial Submittal: Within 30 days after date of commencement of the Work, submit 3 copies of initial product list. Include a written explanation for omissions of data and for variations from Contract requirements.

a. At Contractor's option, initial submittal may be limited to product selections and designations that must be established early in Contract period.

4. Completed List: Within 60 days after date of commencement of the Work, submit 3 copies of completed product list. Include a written explanation for omissions of data and for variations from Contract requirements.

5. Contracting Officer Action: Contracting Officer will respond in writing to Contractor. Contracting Officer response will include a list of unacceptable product selections and a brief explanation of reasons for this action. Contracting Officer response, or lack of response, does not constitute a waiver of requirement to comply with the Contract Documents.

B. Product Data Submittals: Submit manufacturer's standard published data. Mark each copy to identify applicable products, models, options, and other data. Supplement manufacturers' standard data to provide information specific to this Project.

C. Shop Drawing Submittals: Prepared specifically for this Project; indicate utility and electrical characteristics, utility connection requirements, and location of utility outlets for service for functional equipment and appliances.

D. Sample Submittals: Illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of the product, with integral parts and attachment devices. Coordinate sample submittals for interfacing work.

1. For selection from standard finishes, submit samples of the full range of the manufacturer's standard colors, textures, and patterns.

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

F. Substitution Requests: Submit three copies of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

a. Statement indicating why specified material or product cannot be provided.

b. Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors, that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

c. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, and specific features and requirements indicated.

d. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

e. Samples, where applicable or requested.

f. List of similar installations for completed projects with project names and addresses and names and addresses of architects and owners.

g. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

h. Research/evaluation reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for Project, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

i. Detailed comparison of Contractor's Construction Schedule using proposed substitution with products specified for the Work, including effect on the overall Contract Time. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating lack of availability or delays in delivery.

j. Cost information, including a proposal of change, if any, in the Contract Sum.

k. Contractor's certification that proposed substitution complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and is appropriate for applications indicated.

l. Contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

2. Contracting Officer Action: If necessary, Contracting Officer will request additional information or documentation for evaluation for substitution. Contracting Officer will notify

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Contractor of acceptance or rejection of proposed substitution.

a. Form of Acceptance: Change Order.

b. Use product specified if Contracting Officer cannot make a decision on use of a proposed substitution.

G. Comparable Product Requests: Submit three copies of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. 1. Contracting Officer Action: If necessary, Contracting Officer will request additional information or documentation for evaluation of a comparable product request. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of approval or rejection of proposed comparable product request within.

a. Form of Approval: As specified in Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures."

b. Use product specified if Contracting Officer cannot make a decision on use of a comparable product request within time allocated.

H. Basis-of-Design Product Specification Submittal: Comply with requirements in Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures." Show compliance with requirements.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Options: If Contractor is given option of selecting between two or more products for use on Project, product selected shall be compatible with products previously selected, even if previously selected products were also options.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

BASIC PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

A. Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, that are undamaged and, unless otherwise indicated, that are new at time of installation.

B. Or Equal: Where products are specified by name and accompanied by the term "or equal" or "or approved equal" or "or approved," comply with provisions in Part 2 "Comparable Products" Article to obtain approval for use of an unnamed product.

EXISTING PRODUCTS

A. Do not use materials and equipment removed from existing premises unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. Existing materials and equipment indicated to be removed, but not to be re-used, relocated, reinstalled, delivered to the Government, or otherwise indicated as to remain the property of the Government, become the property of the Contractor; remove from site.

C. Reused Products: Reused products include materials and equipment previously used in this or other construction, salvaged and refurbished as specified.

NEW PRODUCTS

A. Provide new products unless specifically required or permitted by the Contract Documents.

B. Do not use products having any of the following characteristics:

1. Made outside the United States, its territories, Canada, or Mexico.

2. Made using or containing CFC's or HCFC's.

3. Made of wood from newly cut old growth timber.

C. Where all other criteria are met, Contractor shall give preference to products that:

1. Are extracted, harvested, and/or manufactured closer to the location of the project.

2. Have longer documented life span under normal use.

3. Result in less construction waste.

D. Provide interchangeable components of the same manufacture for components being replaced.

E. Motors: Refer to Section 22 0513, NEMA MG 1 Type. Specific motor type is specified in individual specification sections.

F. Wiring Terminations: Provide terminal lugs to match branch circuit conductor quantities, sizes, and materials indicated. Size terminal lugs to NFPA 70, include lugs for terminal box.

G. Cord and Plug: Provide minimum 6 foot cord and plug including grounding connector for connection to electric wiring system. Cord of longer length is specified in individual specification sections.

PRODUCT SELECTION PROCEDURES

A. Products Specified by Reference Standards or by Description Only: Use any product meeting those standards or description.

B. Product: Where Specifications name a single product and manufacturer, provide the named product or equal or comparable that complies with requirements.

C. Manufacturer/Source: Where Specifications name a single manufacturer or source, provide a product or equal or comparable by the named manufacturer or source that complies with requirements.

D. Available Products: Where Specifications include a list of names of both products and manufacturers, provide one of the products listed, or an unnamed product, that complies with requirements. Comply with provisions in Part 2 "Comparable Products" Article for consideration of an unnamed product.

E. Available Manufacturers: Where Specifications include a list of manufacturers, provide a product by one of the manufacturers listed, or an unnamed manufacturer, that complies with requirements. Comply with provisions in Part 2 "Comparable Products" Article for consideration of an unnamed product.

F. Product Options: Where Specifications indicate that sizes, profiles, and dimensional requirements on Drawings are based on a specific product or system, provide the specified product or system. Comply with provisions in Part 2 "Product Substitutions" Article for consideration of an unnamed product or system.

G. Basis-of-Design Product: Where Specifications name a product and include a list of manufacturers, provide the specified product or a comparable product by one of the other named manufacturers. Drawings and Specifications indicate sizes, profiles, dimensions, and other characteristics that are based on the product named. Comply with provisions in Part 2 "Comparable Products" Article for consideration of an unnamed product by the other named manufacturers.

H. Noting in the Contract Documents shall be construed to limit the Contractor's ability to propose an or “equal” for any product(s) or manufacturer(s) listed under either the Comparable Products or Product Substitution Articles of this specification, as determined by the Contracting Officer

MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

A. Furnish extra materials, spare parts, tools, and software of types and in quantities specified in individual specification sections.

B. Deliver to Project site; obtain receipt prior to final payment.

PART 3 EXECUTION

SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

A. Timing: Contracting Officer will consider requests for substitution if received within 30 days after the Notice to Proceed. Requests received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of Contracting Officer.

B. Conditions: Contracting Officer will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Contracting Officer will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

1. Requested substitution offers Owner a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional responsibilities Owner must assume. Owner's additional responsibilities may include compensation to Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by Owner, and similar considerations.

2. Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

3. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

4. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

5. Requested substitution will not adversely…