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ROCKY MOUNTAIN RESEARCH STATION - REMODEL

BOZEMAN, MONTANA

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Table of Contents

The following listed documents comprise the Project Manual for Rocky Mountain Research Station - Remodel, Bozeman, Montana. Numbering of Divisions conforms to CSI Format for Building Specifications. Numbering of Sections conforms to the CSI Uniform System. Divisions and Sections not appearing are not applicable.

PROJECT MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 SUMMARY

012300 BID OPTIONS

013100 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

013200 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

013300 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

014000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

014200 REFERENCES

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

016000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

017300 EXECUTION

017329 CUTTING AND PATCHING

017419 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

017823 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

017839 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

024119 SELECTIVE STRUCTURE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

033000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 5 - METALS

055000 METAL FABRICATIONS

055213 PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

061000 ROUGH CARPENTRY

061600 SHEATHING

062013 EXTERIOR FINISH CARPENTRY

064023 INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK

DIVISION 7 – MOISTURE PROTECTION

072100 THERMAL INSULATION

072500 WEATHER BARRIERS

075323 ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER (EPDM) ROOFING

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076200 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

079200 JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

081113 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

081416 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

085200 WINDOWS

087100 DOOR HARDWARE

088000 GLAZING

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

092216 NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING

092900 GYPSUM BOARD

093000 TILING

095113 ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS

096513 RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

096516 RESILIENT SHEET FLOORING

096813 TILE CARPETING

099123 INTERIOR PAINTING

099300 STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING

099600 HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATINGS

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

101400 SIGNAGE

102113 TOILET COMPARTMENTS

102800 TOILET AND BATH ACCESSORIES

107500 FLAGPOLES

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

122413 ROLLER WINDOW SHADES

123493 INSET STEEL LABORATORY CASEWORK

124840 FLOOR MATS AND FRAMES

DIVISION 13 – SPECIALTY CONSTRUCTION

133419 METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

220500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

220529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

220543 IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

220548 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

220700 PLUMBING INSULATION

221116 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

221316 SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING

221319 SANITARY WASTE PIPING SPECIALTIES

224000 PLUMBING FIXTURES

DIVISION 23 – HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

230500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

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230529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

230548 VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

230593 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

230713 DUCT INSULATION

230719 HVAC PIPING INSULATION

231123 FACILITY NATURAL GAS PIPING

232113 HYDRONIC PIPING

233123 HYDRONIC PUMPS

232500 HVAC WATER TREATMENT

233113 METAL DUCTS

233300 AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES

233423 HVAC POWER VENTILATORS

233713 DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, AND GRILLES

235216 CONDENSING BOILERS

238113 PACKAGED TERMINAL AIR-CONDITIONERS

238216 AIR COILS

238239 UNIT HEATERS

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

260450 BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIRMENTS

260500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

260519 LOW VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

260526 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260529 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260533 RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260553 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

260923 LIGHTING AND CONTROL DEVICES

262416 PANEL BOARDS

262713 ELECTRICITY METERING

262726 WIRING DEVISES

262813 FUSES

262913 ENCLOSED CONTROLLERS

264313 TRANSIENT VOLTAGE SUPPRESSION

265100 LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

270000 TELECOMMUNICATIONS

DIVISION 28 – FIRE ALARM

283100 FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

311000 SITE CLEARING

312000 EARTH MOVING

315000 EXCAVATION SUPPORT AND PROTECTION

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

321216 ASPHALT PAVING

321313 CONCRETE PAVING

321373 CONCRETE PAVING JOINT SEALANTS

323100 ORNAMENTAL METAL FENCE SYSTEM

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329000 LANDSCAPE PLANTING

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ROCKY MOUNTAIN RESEARCH STATION – REMODEL

SUMMARY 011000 - 1

SECTION 011000 -

PART 1 - GENERAL

SUMMARY

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 1 Specifications Sections, apply to this Section.

B. All reference to a specific material or supplier is for reference only, and OR EQUAL may be acceptable.

Proceed with material and manufacturer submittals under section 01330, Submittal Procedures, found in the subject project specifications.

C. All references to and for “Tests” to be performed in this specifications shall be preformed at the contractors expense unless specifically stated otherwise by the Government.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Work covered by the Contract Documents.

2. Work under other contracts.

3. Owner’s occupancy requirements.

4. Specification formats and conventions.

1.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. Project Identification: Existing Forest Science Lab/ Office – Building ‘A’; Existing Warehouse – Building ‘B; Existing Greenhouse – Building ‘C’.

1. Project Location: Bozeman Forest Science Lab, 1648 S. 7th

B. Architect: A&E Architects, 222 N. Higgins, Missoula, MT 59802

Avenue, Bozeman, MT 59717.

C. The Work consists of the following:

1. The Work includes the renovation of the 5,386 s.f. existing Forest Science Office Building and Lab. Work consists of removal and replacement of existing boiler, lighting, finishes, and complete replacement of existing restrooms. Exterior improvements include new landscaping and the replacement of the existing loading dock and stair.

2. The Work includes the upgrade to the existing 2,467 s.f. Warehouse. Work consists of the removal and replacement of existing steel roof, siding, and existing lighting.

3. The Work includes minor upgrades to the existing 2,224 s.f. Greenhouse. Work consists of removal and replacement of the existing boiler, lighting, and media cooling wall.

D. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

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1.4 WORK UNDER OTHER CONTRACTS

A. General: Cooperate fully with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

1.5 USE OF PREMISES

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

B. Use of Site: Limit use of premises to areas within the Contract limits indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limits: Confine constructions operations to within the property lines, except as required to extend utilities and as required otherwise.

2. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways and entrances serving premises clear and available to Contracting Officer, Owner’s employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

3. Contractor’s staging areas, as shown on the Site Plan.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday through Friday, except otherwise indicated.

1. Weekend Hours: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

2. Early Morning Hours: As agreed to by Contracting Officer

3. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: As agreed to by Contracting Officer and Utility company

B. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify Contracting Officer not less than seven days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without Contracting Officer’s written permission.

1.7 SPECIFICATION FORMATS AND CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Format: The Specifications are organized into Divisions and Sections using the 50-division format and CSI/CSC's "MasterFormat" numbering system.

1. Division 01: Sections in Division 01 govern the execution of the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

B. 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

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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.

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.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011000

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SECTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

012300-OPTIONS

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for Option Items. Option items pricing will be used in the evaluation of proposals along with Base Bid Items

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Optional: An amount proposed by bidders and stated on the Schedule of Items for certain work defined in the Bidding Requirements that may be added to the base bid amount if Government decides to accept a corresponding change in the amount of construction to be completed described in the Contract Documents.

1. Optional described in this Section are part of the Work only if accepted at time of award.

2. The cost or credit for each option is the net addition to the Contract Price to incorporate option into the Work. No other adjustments are made to the Contract Sum.

1.3 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Modify or adjust affected adjacent work as necessary to completely integrate work of the option into Project.

1. Include as part of each alternate, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete installation whether or not indicated as part of alternate.

B. Notification: Immediately following award of the Contract, notify each party involved, in writing, of the status of each option. Indicate if option have been accepted, rejected, or deferred for later consideration. Include a complete description of negotiated modifications to alternates.

C. Execute accepted options under the same conditions as other work of the Contract.

D. Schedule: A schedule of option is included at the end of this Section. Specification Sections referenced in schedule contain requirements for materials necessary to achieve the work described under each option.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULE OF OPTIONAL ITEMS:

A. Option Item. 1: Office Lab Compressed Air & Lab Vacuum

1. Option: This item is to install new compressed air and lab vacuum per specifications and drawings in the office building. This includes all piping, equipment, and electrical required.

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B. Option Item. 2: Warehouse Lab Compressed Air & Lab Vacuum

1. Option: This item is to install new compressed air and lab vacuum per specifications and drawings in the warehouse building. This includes all piping, equipment, and electrical required.

C. Option Item. 3: All other work shown for Greenhouse

1. Option: This item is to complete all work shown the drawings and specifications except that required for installation of new boiler system. This would include new painting, new sink, new lighting, new entrance cover, new windows, new garage door, new wet wall system, etc.

D. Option Item. 4: Office Blinds

1. Option: This item is to install the blinds in the office building per specifications and drawings.

END OF SECTION 012300

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SECTION 013100 -

PART 1 - GENERAL

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Coordination Drawings.

2. Project meetings.

3. Requests for Interpretation (RFIs).

B. See Division 01 Section "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. RFI: Request from Contractor seeking interpretation or clarification of the Contract Documents.

1.3 COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

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

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

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

4. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair of all components, including mechanical and electrical.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for Contracting Officer and separate contractors if coordination of their Work is required.

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

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

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6. Pre-installation conferences.

7. Project closeout activities.

8. Startup and adjustment of systems.

9. Project closeout activities.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare Coordination Drawings if limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components or if coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities.

1. Content: Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Coordination Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Indicate functional and spatial relationships of components of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical systems.

b. Indicate dimensions shown on the Contract Drawings and make specific note of dimensions that appear to be in conflict with submitted equipment and minimum clearance requirements. Provide alternate sketches to Contracting Officer for resolution of such conflicts. Minor dimension changes and difficult installations will not be considered changes to the Contract.

2. Sheet Size: At least 8-1/2 by 11 inches but no larger than 30 by 40 inches

3. Number of Copies: Submit two opaque copies of each submittal. Contracting Officer will return one copy.

4. Refer to individual Sections for Coordination Drawing requirements for Work in those Sections.

1.5 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. General: Schedule and conduct meetings and conferences at Project site, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Attendees: All participants and others involved will be informed of date and time of each meeting. Notify Contracting Officer of scheduled meeting dates and times.

2. Agenda: Prepare the meeting agenda. The agenda will be distributed to all invited attendees.

3. Minutes: Record significant discussions and agreements achieved. The meeting minutes will be distributed to everyone concerned, within three days of the meeting.

B. Preconstruction Conference: Schedule a preconstruction conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to Contracting Officer. Hold the conference at Project site or another convenient location. Conduct the meeting to review responsibilities and personnel assignments.

1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer Representative, and Inspectors; Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the conference. All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

a. Tentative construction schedule.

b. Phasing.

c. Critical work sequencing and long-lead items.

d. Designation of key personnel and their duties.

e. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders.

f. Procedures for RFIs.

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g. Procedures for testing and inspecting.

h. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

i. Distribution of the Contract Documents.

j. Submittal procedures.

k. Preparation of Record Documents.

l. Use of the premises.

m. Work restrictions.

n. Contracting Officer's occupancy requirements.

o. Responsibility for temporary facilities and controls.

p. Construction waste management and recycling.

q. Parking availability.

r. Office, work, and storage areas.

s. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

t. First aid.

u. Security.

v. Progress cleaning.

w. Working hours.

3. Minutes: Will be recorded and distributed.

C. Pre-installation Conferences: Conduct a preinstallation conference at Project site before each construction activity that requires coordination with other construction.

1. Attendees: Installer and representatives of manufacturers and fabricators involved in or affected by the installation and its coordination or integration with other materials and installations that have preceded or will follow, shall attend the meeting. Advise Contracting Officer of scheduled meeting dates.

2. Agenda: Review progress of other construction activities and preparations for the particular activity under consideration, including requirements for the following:

a. The Contract Documents.

b. Options.

c. Related RFIs.

d. Related Change Orders.

e. Purchases.

f. Deliveries.

g. Submittals.

h. Review of mockups.

i. Possible conflicts.

j. Compatibility problems.

k. Time schedules.

l. Weather limitations.

m. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

n. Warranty requirements.

o. Compatibility of materials.

p. Acceptability of substrates.

q. Temporary facilities and controls.

r. Space and access limitations.

s. Regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

t. Testing and inspecting requirements.

u. Installation procedures.

v. Coordination with other work.

w. Required performance results.

x. Protection of adjacent work.

y. Protection of construction and personnel.

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3. Record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements, including required corrective measures and actions.

4. Reporting: Distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present and to parties who should have been present.

5. Do not proceed with installation if the conference cannot be successfully concluded. Initiate whatever actions are necessary to resolve impediments to performance of the Work and reconvene the conference at earliest feasible date.

D. Progress Meetings: Conduct progress meetings at biweekly intervals. Coordinate dates of meetings with preparation of payment requests.

1. Attendees: In addition to the Contracting Officer and Government, each contractor, subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings. All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to status of Project.

a. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting. Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to Contractor's Construction Schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

1) Review schedule for next period.

b. Review present and future needs of each entity present, including the following:

1) Interface requirements.

2) Sequence of operations.

3) Status of submittals.

4) Deliveries.

5) Off-site fabrication.

6) Access.

7) Site utilization.

8) Temporary facilities and controls.

9) Work hours.

10) Hazards and risks.

11) Progress cleaning.

12) Quality and work standards.

13) Status of correction of deficient items.

14) Field observations.

15) RFIs.

16) Status of proposal requests.

17) Pending changes.

18) Status of Change Orders.

19) Pending claims and disputes.

20) Documentation of information for payment requests.

3. Minutes: Record the meeting minutes.

4. Reporting: Distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present and to parties who should have been present.

a. Schedule Updating: Revise Contractor's Construction Schedule after each progress meeting where revisions to the schedule have been made or recognized. Issue revised schedule concurrently with the report of each meeting.

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1.6 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION (RFIs)

A. Procedure: Immediately on discovery of the need for interpretation of the Contract Documents, and if not possible to request interpretation at Project meeting, prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified.

1. RFIs shall originate with Contractor. RFIs submitted by entities other than Contractor will be returned with no response.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in Contractor's work or work of subcontractors.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing interpretation and the following:

1. Project name.

2. Date.

3. Name of Contractor.

4. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

5. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

6. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

7. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

8. Contractor's suggested solution(s). If Contractor's solution(s) impact the Contract Time or the Contract

Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

9. Contractor's signature.

10. Attachments: Include drawings, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop Drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

C. Hard-Copy RFIs:

1. Identify each page of attachments with the RFI number and sequential page number.

D. Contracting Officer's Action: Contracting Officer will review each RFI, determine action required, and return it.

Allow two working days for Contracting Officer's response for each RFI. RFIs received after 1:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following RFIs will be returned without action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract Documents.

d. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

e. Requests for interpretation of Contracting Officer's actions on submittals.

f. Incomplete RFIs or RFIs with numerous errors.

2. Contracting Officer's action may include a request for additional information, in which case Contracting Officer's time for response will start again.

E. On receipt of Contracting Officer's action, update the RFI log and immediately distribute the RFI response to affected parties. Review response and notify Contracting Officer within five days if Contractor disagrees with response.

F. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number. Submit log weekly.

Include the following:

1. Project name.

2. Name and address of Contractor.

3. RFI number including RFIs that were dropped and not submitted.

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4. RFI description.

5. Date the RFI was submitted.

6. Date Contracting Officer's response was received.

7. Identification of related Minor Change in the Work, Construction Change Directive, and Proposal

Request, as appropriate.

8. Identification of related Field Order, Work Change Directive, and Proposal Request, as appropriate.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 013100

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION 013200 - 1

SECTION 013200 -

PART 1 - GENERAL

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 1 Specifications Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Preliminary Construction Schedule.

2. Contractor's Construction Schedule.

3. Daily construction reports.

4. Special reports.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 1 Section "Project Management and Coordination" for submitting and distributing meeting and conference minutes.

2. Division 1 Section "Submittal Procedures" for submitting schedules and reports.

3. Division 1 Section "Quality Requirements" for submitting a schedule of tests and inspections.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Preliminary Construction Schedule: Submit three opaque copies.

1. Approval of cost-loaded preliminary construction schedule will not constitute approval of Schedule of Values for cost-loaded activities.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Submit three 24 inches by 36 inches opaque copies of initial schedule, large enough to show entire schedule for entire construction period.

1. Submit an electronic copy of schedule, using Primavera software, on CD-R, and labeled to comply with requirements for submittals. Include type of schedule (Initial or Updated) and date on label. Contractor to provide a legal copy of the software to the Contracting Officer that will allow viewing and printing of the schedule from a Windows 2000.

C. Special Reports: Submit two copies at time of unusual event.

1.4 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate preparation and processing of schedules and reports with performance of construction activities and with scheduling and reporting of separate contractors.

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B. Coordinate Contractor's Construction Schedule with the Schedule of Values, list of subcontracts, Submittals Schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports.

1. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from parties involved.

2. Coordinate each construction activity in the network with other activities and schedule them in proper sequence.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, GENERAL

A. Procedures: Comply with procedures contained in Associated General Contractor's of America [AGC] "Construction Planning & Scheduling."

B. Time Frame: Extend schedule from date established for the Notice to Proceed to date of Final Acceptance of the Government.

1. Contract completion date shall not be changed by submission of a schedule that shows an early completion date, unless specifically authorized by the Contracting Officer.

C. Activities: Treat each floor or separate area as a separate numbered activity for each principal element of the Work. Comply with the following:

1. Activity Duration: Define activities so no activity is longer than 20 days, unless specifically allowed by contract requirements.

2. Procurement Activities: Include procurement process activities for the following long lead items and major items, requiring a cycle of more than 60 days, as separate activities in schedule.

Procurement cycle activities include, but are not limited to, submittals, approvals, purchasing, fabrication, and delivery Submittal Review Time: Include review and re-submittal times indicated in Division 1 Section "Submittal Procedures" in schedule. Coordinate submittal review times in Contractor's Construction Schedule with Submittals Schedule.

3. Startup and Testing Time: Include not less than 14 days for startup and testing.

4. Final Acceptance of the Government: Indicate completion in advance of date established for

Final Acceptance of the Government, and allow time for Government's administrative procedures for certification of Final Acceptance of the Government.

D. Milestones: Include milestones indicated in the Contract Documents in schedule, including, but not limited to, the Notice to Proceed, Final Acceptance of the Government, and Final Completion.

E. Contract Modifications: For each proposed contract modification and concurrent with its submission, prepare a time-impact analysis to demonstrate the effect of the proposed change on the overall project schedule.

2.2 PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Bar-Chart Schedule: Submit preliminary horizontal bar-chart-type construction schedule within ten days of date established for the Notice to Proceed.

B. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday of each week with a continuous vertical line. Outline significant construction activities for first 60 days of construction.

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2.3 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE (GANTT CHART)

A. Gantt-Chart Schedule: Submit a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart-type, Contractor's Construction Schedule as directed by the Contracting Officer. Base schedule on the Preliminary Construction Schedule and whatever updating and feedback was received since the start of Project.

B. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday of each week with a continuous vertical line.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: At monthly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities. Issue schedule one week before each regularly scheduled progress meeting.

1. Revise schedule immediately after each meeting or other activity where revisions have been recognized or made. Issue updated schedule concurrently with the report of each such meeting.

2. Include a report with updated schedule that indicates every change, including, but not limited to, changes in logic, durations, actual starts and finishes, and activity durations.

3. As the Work progresses, indicate Actual Completion percentage for each activity.

B. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to the Government and any sub-contractors to whom it impacts.

1. Post copies in Project meeting rooms and temporary field offices.

2. When revisions are made, distribute updated schedules to the same parties and post in the same locations. Delete parties from distribution when they have completed their assigned portion of the Work and are no longer involved in performance of construction activities.

END OF SECTION 013200

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SECTION 013300 -

PART 1 - GENERAL

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 1 Specifications Sections, apply to this Section.

B. Any submission made for an Or Equal item SHALL have the specifications for both the item called for and the item requested to be utilize as and or equal included with the submission.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the submittal schedule and administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

B. Related Sections:

1. Division 01 Section “Project Management and Coordination” for submitting and distributing meeting and conference minutes and for submitting Cooridination Drawings.

2. Division 01 Section "Construction Progress Documentation" for submitting schedules and reports, including Contractor's construction schedule.

3. Division 1 Section "Quality Requirements" for submitting test and inspection reports and for mockup requirements.

4. Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting warranties.

5. Division 01 Section "Operation and Maintenance Data" for submitting operation and maintenance manuals.

6. Division 01 Section "Project Record Documents" for submitting record Drawings, record

Specifications, and record Product Data.

7. Division 01 Section "Demonstration and Training" for submitting video recordings of demonstration of equipment and training of Owner’s personnel.

8. Division 2 through 16 Sections for specific requirements for submittals in those Sections.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require Contracting Officer's responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require Contracting Officer's responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Schedule: Submit a schedule of submittals, arranged in chronological order by dates required by construction schedule. Include time required for review, ordering, manufacturing, fabrication, and delivery when establishing dates. Include additional time required for making corrections or

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modifications to submittals noted by the Contracting Officer and additional time for handling and reviewing submittals required by those corrections.

1.5 SUBMITTAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Contracting Officer's Digital Data Files: Electronic copies of CAD Drawings of the Contract Drawings will be provided by Contracting Officer for Contractor's use in preparing submittals if required.

1. Contracting Officer will furnish Contractor one set of digital data drawing files of the Contract Drawings for use in preparing Shop Drawings.

a. Contracting Officer makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of digital data drawing files as they relate to the Contract Drawings.

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

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

2. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

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

C. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on Contracting Officer's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal of Divisions 1 through 14 and 29 through 32, and allow 20 days for initial review of each submittal of Divisions 22 through 28.

Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Contracting Officer will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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

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

4. If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

5. Allow Fifteen (15) days for processing each resubmittal for Divisions 1 through 14. Allow Twenty

(20) days for processing each resubmittal for Divisions 15 and 16.

6. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing.

D. Identification and Information: Place a permanent label or title block on each paper copy submittal item for identification.

1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.

2. Provide a space approximately 6 by 8 inches

3. Include the following information for processing and recording action taken:

on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by Contracting Officer.

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name of Contracting Officer.

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d. Name of Contractor.

e. Name of subcontractor.

f. Name of supplier.

g. Name of manufacturer.

h. Submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

1) Submittal number shall use Specification Section number followed by a decimal point and then a sequential number (e.g., 061000.01). Resubmittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., 061000.01.A).

i. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

j. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

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

l. Other necessary identification.

E. Identification and Information: Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file with links enabling navigation to each item.

2. Name file with submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

a. File name shall use project identifier and Specification Section number followed by a decimal point and then a sequential number (e.g., LNHS-061000.01). Resubmittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., LNHS-061000.01.A).

3. Provide means for insertion to permanently record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by Contracting Officer.

4. Include the following information on an inserted cover sheet:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contracting Officer.

d. Name of Construction Manager.

e. Name of Contractor.

f. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

g. Name of subcontractor.

h. Name of supplier.

i. Name of manufacturer.

j. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

k. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

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

m. Related physical samples submitted directly.

n. Other necessary identification.

F. Options: Identify options requiring selection by the Contracting Officer.

G. Deviations: Identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals by utilizing a “yellow” cover sheet for each submittal accomplished under this requirement..

H. Additional Paper Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless Contracting Officer observes noncompliance with provisions in the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

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1. Submit one copy of submittal to concurrent reviewer in addition to specified number of copies to Contracting Officer.

I. Transmittal: Assemble each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling.

Transmit each submittal using a transmittal form. Contracting Officer will return submittals, without review, received from sources other than Contractor.

1. Transmittal Form: Use AIA Document G810.

2. On an attached separate sheet, prepared on Contractor's letterhead, record relevant information, requests for data, revisions other than those requested by Contracting Officer on previous submittals, and deviations from requirements in the Contract Documents, including minor variations and limitations. Include same identification information as related submittal.

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

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

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

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

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

L. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals that are marked with approval notation from Contracting Officer's.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Submittal Procedure Requirements:

1. Submit electronic submittals via email as PDF electronic files.

a. Contracting Officer will return annotated file. Annotate and retain one copy of file as an electronic Project record document file.

2. Action Submittals: Submit four paper copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated.

Contracting Officer will return two copies.

3. Informational Submittals: Submit two paper copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated.

Contracting Officer will not return copies.

4. Closeout Submittals and Maintenance Material Submittals: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures."

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

a. Provide a digital signature with digital certificate on electronically-submitted certificates and certifications where indicated.

b. Provide a notarized statement on original paper copy certificates and certifications where indicated.

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6. Test and Inspection Reports Submittals: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Quality Requirements."

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

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

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

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer’s catalog cuts.

c. Manufacturer's product specifications.

d. Manufacturer’s installation instructions.

e. Standard color charts.

f. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

g. Testing by recognized testing agency.

h. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

i. Notation of coordination requirements.

j. Availability and delivery time information.

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

a. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Operational range diagrams.

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

Drawings.

5. Submit Product Data before or concurrent with Samples.

6. Submit Product Data in the following format:

a. PDF electronic file.

b. Four paper copies of Product Data, unless otherwise indicated. Contracting Officer will return two copies.

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

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

a. Identification of products.

b. Dimensions.

c. Schedules.

d. Fabrication and installation drawings.

e. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

f. Wiring diagrams showing field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control wiring.

g. Shopwork manufacturing instructions.

h. Templates and patterns.

i. Schedules.

j. Design calculations.

k. Compliance with specified standards.

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l. Notation of coordination requirements.

m. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

n. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

o. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches but no larger than 30 by 42 inches

3. Submit Shop Drawings in the following format:

a. PDF electronic file.

b. Two opaque (bond) copies of each submittal. Contracting Officer will return one copy.

c. Three opaque copies of each submittal. Contracting Officer will retain two copies;

remainder will be returned.

D. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

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

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

a. Generic description of Sample.

b. Product name and name of manufacturer.

c. Sample source.

d. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

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

a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time of use.

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

4. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set(s) of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's product line. Contracting Officer will return submittal with options selected.

5. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples. Contracting Officer will retain two Sample sets; remainder will be returned.

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

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

1. Submit product schedule in the following format:

a. PDF electronic file.

b. Three paper copies of product schedule or list, unless otherwise indicated. Contracting

Officer will return two copies.

F. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Construction Progress Documentation."

G. Application for Payment: Comply with requirements with payment procedures as outlined in the subject contract payment clasue

H. Schedule of Values: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Payment Procedures."

I. Subcontract List: Prepare a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the Work, including those who are to furnish products or equipment fabricated to a special design.

1. Submit subcontract list in the following format:

a. PDF electronic file.

b. Number of Copies: Three paper copies of subcontractor list, unless otherwise indicated.

Contracting Officer will return two copies.

J. Coordination Drawings: Comply with requirements specified in Division 01 Section "Project Management and…