Solicitation AG-82FT-S-11-0100.docx

SOLICITATION/CONTRACT/ORDER AL ITEMS

OFFEROR TO COMPLETE BLOCKS 12, 17, 23, 24, & 30

516656

DATE

AG-82FT-S-11-0100

DATE

6 JUN 2011

05 JUL 2011

INFORMATION CALL:

12:00PM MST

FOB DESTINATION

Fort Collins, CO 80526

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USDA Forest Service, Central Administrative Zone

ORDER UNDER DPAS (15 CFR 700)

Fort Collins, CO 80526

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15. DELIVER TO CODE

USDA Forest Service, RMRS 1221 South Main Street Moscow, ID 83843

16. ADMINISTERED BY CODE

USDA Forest Service 240 West Prospect Road Fort Collins, CO 80526

17a. CONTRACTOR/ CODE FACILITY

OFFEROR CODE

18a. PAYMENT WILL BE MADE BY CODE

Same as Block 9

DUNS:

TIN:

TELEPHONE N0. FAX:

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Moscow Lab Greenhouse Demolition Project.

Site visit will need to be scheduled with Richard Tucker 208-883-2397 Work will need to be completed 45 days after award date

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25. ACCOUNTING AND APPROPRIATION DATA

26. TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT (For Govt. Use Only)

COPIES TO ISSUING OFFICE. CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH AND

SET FORTH HEREIN, IS ACCEPTED AS TO ITEMS:

Anthony Salas 31c. DATE SIGNED

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ITEM NO.

20.

SCHEDULE OF SUPPLIES/SERVICES

21.

QUANTITY

22.

UNIT

23.

UNIT PRICE

24.

AMOUNT

32a. QUANTITY IN COLUMN 21 HAS BEEN

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32b. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32c. DATE

32d. PRINTED NAME AND TITLE OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT

REPRESENTATIVE

32e. MAILING ADDRESS OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32f. TELPHONE NUMBER OF AUTHORZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

32g. E-MAIL OF AUTHORIZED GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVE

CORRECTFOR

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42b. RECEIVED AT (Location)

STANDARD FORM 1449 (REV.4/2002) BACK

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

1. GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY OF WORK

A. Project: Demolition of the Moscow Greenhouse

C. Owner-Furnished Items: Government will NOT furnish products for this contract.

D. The Work consists of demolishing a 915 square feet (sf) glass and metal frame Greenhouse that is connect to the Potting House building. The Potting House building will not be demolished.

Demolition of the Greenhouse will involve removing all glass, benches, footings, disconnecting and capping all utilities, plugging and weatherizing all holes created in the Potting House during demolition. In addition the area where the Greenhouse was removed shall be contour to allow runoff to drain away from the Potting House building.

E. Work Under Other Contracts:

1. 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.

2. Rocky Mountain Research Station (RMRS) employees will be using the building the Greenhouse is attached to during demolition activities. The Contactor will work closely with the Contracting Officer (CO) to assure RMRS employees are inconvenienced as little as possible during the project.

3. Future Work: The Government may award separate contract(s) for additional work before Substantial Completion of this contract. In the event the Government awards separate contact(s) coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

1.2 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

1. The elevation of the site is approximately 2,579 feet above mean sea level. The construction site can experiences both extremely hot and cold temperatures, with snow on the ground typically from mid-November to mid-March.

1.3 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

There is no specified construction sequence or season for this project. Contour work shall be performed when the ground being contoured is not frozen.

1.4 PERMITS

1. Obtaining, and paying for Permits required for any portion of the contract by County, State, or Federal laws or regulations shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. Permits that may be required under this contract include but are not limited to all permits related to demolition and disposal of demolished items, removal, storage, hauling and dumping of environmental hazards. There may be other items that require permits that have not been previously discusses. Those items that require permits that have not been previously discussed will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

H. Contractor will obtain and pay for all required permits from all government agencies for oversize (length and or width) and overweight loads.

PART 1 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) PART 2 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 011000

SECTION 011400 -WORK RESTRICTIONS

GENERAL

1.1 ALL ONSITE WORK ACTIVITIES:

Install appropriate safety signs to inform the public and government employees of construction activity.

1.2 USE OF PREMISES

0. Use of Site: Limit the use of the premises to an area that will allow for efficient demolition of the Greenhouse.

1. Limits: Confine constructions operations to the area that is being worked on during that phase of the project.

2. Government Occupancy: Allow for Government occupancy of the building(s) that are not being worked on during that phase of the project.

Use of Existing Building: Maintain buildings not to be demolished in a weather-tight condition throughout the construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Protect buildings and their occupants during construction period.

1.2

1.3 GOVERNMENT'S OCCUPANCY AND USE REQUIREMENTS

A. Full Government Occupancy and use: The Government will occupy and use the site and the Potting House building during the entire construction period. Cooperate with the Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with the Government's day-to-day operations.

1.4 WORK HOUR RESTRICTIONS

0. On-Site Work Hours: Work shall be performed from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

0. Other On-Site Work Hours: The Contractor must provide the Contracting Officer with 2 calendar days advanced notice Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday and 4 calendar days advanced notice on Thursday or Friday to perform work at times other than 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday. Notices cannot be submitted on Saturday, Sunday or Federal holidays.

0. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving the facility without prior approval from the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt utilities to the Contracting Officer at least 7 calendar days in advance of the interruption. The submittal request shall include the utilities that will be interrupted and an estimated duration of the interruption.

PART 3 - PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 4 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011400

SECTION 011700- Health and Safety Requirements

DESCRIPTION

The work of this section consists of establishing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

SUBMITTALS

Accident Prevention Program: Before on-site work begins, submit for approval an accident prevention program. If the program requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the program within 14 calendar days. No progress payments will be processed until the program is approved. The program shall include at a minimum:

1. Name of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. Weekly and monthly safety meetings.

3. First aid procedures.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public, government personnel, and the Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase by reference to specification section or division numbers.

5. Training, both initial and continuing.

6. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as floods, fires, cave-ins, slides, explosions, power outages, and wind storms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

Submit a copy of test reports, as required by OSHA, for personnel working with hazardous materials.

Submit a brief report of safety meetings and safety inspections.

Upon request, submit proof of employees' qualifications to perform assigned duties in a safe manner.

QUALITY ASSURANCE

Clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and Responsibilities" of the General Provisions. In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

Qualifications of Employees

1. Ensure that employees are qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. To as great an extent as possible, do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

3. Operators of vehicles, mobile equipment, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

ACCIDENT REPORTING

Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires. Within 7 calendar days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the CO a DI-134 form, which may be obtained from CO.

All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the CO as soon as possible and assist the CO and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

PART 6 - PRODUCTS

1.

1.

1.

1.

FIRST AID FACILITIES:

0. Provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

0. Meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA and ANSI where applicable.

PART 7 - EXECUTION

2.

1.

2.

EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS:

0. Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

ESCAPE ROUTES:

0. Provide and maintain adequate escape routes at all times in accordance with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101-91). No corridor, aisle, stairway, door, or exit shall be obstructed or used in a manner that interferes with escape routes.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

0. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition. Clean, sanitize, and repair, as appropriate, personal items before issuing them to another individual.

0. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

SAFETY MEETINGS

0. As a minimum, conduct weekly 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite.

0. Conduct monthly safety meetings for all levels of supervision. Notify the CO so that he may attend. These meetings shall be used to review the effectiveness of the Contractor's safety effort, to resolve current health and safety problems, to provide a forum for planning safe construction activities, and for updating the accident prevention program. The contractor’s representative will enter the results of the meetings into their daily log.

HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

0. A hard hat area will be designated by the CO. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the CO.

0. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary protective equipment at all times. As a minimum, provide six hard hats for use by visitors. Change liners before reissuing hats.

TRAINING

0. Provide adequate training to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

0. Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

END OF SECTION 011700

SECTION 012200 - UNIT PRICES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

0. This Section the terms associated with the method of measurement for determining final payment under the terms of the contract.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Lump Sum Quantities (LSQ). These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They will not be measured.

1.3 PROCEDURES

0. Unit prices include all necessary material, plus cost for delivery, installation, insurance, [applicable taxes,] overhead, and profit.

0. List of Unit Prices: A list of unit prices is included in Part 3.1. Specification Sections referenced in the schedule contain requirements for materials described under each unit price.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

2.

3.

02 GREENHOUSE DEMOLITION Lump Sum

Alt 1 CHILLERS DEMOLITION Lump Sum

Alt 2 METAL SHED DEMOLITION Lump Sum

Alt 3 GREENHOUSE GLASS DEMOLITION Lump Sum

2. MEASUREMENT OF PAY ITEMS FOR PERIODIC PROGESS PAYMENTS

Quantity. The Contractor shall compute the quantities for periodic progress payments. All Contractor measurements are subject to verification. The Contractor shall submit all field notes, calculation sheets, and other data used to determine quantities. The Contractor shall certify in writing as to the accuracy of the measurements and computations submitted.

The following format or one containing the following information will be acceptable to the Government:

END OF SECTION 012200

SECTION 013100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Administrative and supervisory personnel.

2. Coordination of Work

1.2 DEFINITIONS

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

1.3 COORDINATION

0. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly completion of each part of the work. Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections that depend on each other.

0. Coordination: Each contractor shall coordinate its construction operations with those of other contractors and entities to ensure efficient and orderly completion of each part of the work. Each contractor shall coordinate its operations with operations, included in different Sections that depend on each other for efficient and orderly completion of each part of the work.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results.

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

3. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate all demolition to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair of other structures on the compound.

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

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

1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

0. General:

0. During the construction period other contracts may be occurring at the site.

0. Sanitation: Sanitation facilities are to be provided by contractor.

0. Utilities:

0. Water: Water is available at the site. Limited water usage from Government taps is acceptable. The water usage from the Fire Hydrants will need to be metered and coordinated with the city. The Contractor will be responsible for providing the meter and paying for the water and all costs associated with obtaining the meter.

1.5 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION (RFIs)

0. Procedure: Immediately on discovery of the need for interpretation of the Contract Documents prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified.

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

0. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in the work.

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

0. Project name.

0. Date.

0. Name of Contractor.

0. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

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

0. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

0. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

0. 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.

0. Contractor's signature.

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

a. Supplementary drawings prepared by Contractor shall include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments.

0. Contracting Officers (CO) Action: The CO will review each RFI, determine action required, and return it. Allow 10 calendar days for CO’s response for each RFI. RFIs received after 1:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 013100

SECTION 013200 – CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

1.1 SUMMARY:

0. Work included in this Section includes the requirements for the submittal of the Contractor's proposed work schedule for the project.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT:

0. No separate measurement or payment will be made for the work specified in this Section.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.

2.1 SUBMITTALS:

0. The submittal of the work schedule prepared as described below shall be on reproducible drawing paper or in an approved alternative form.

0. Comply with requirements contained in Section “SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES ."

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.

3.1 WORK SCHEDULE:

0. Within 7 calendar days of the issuance of the Notice to Proceed, the Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer for approval a proposed work schedule for the Project. Such schedule shall be in the form of a bar graph or other approved format and shall include the timing for each major phase of the work. The schedule shall include the sequencing of the various phases of the work and work specialties, and shall constitute a basis for the evaluation of time extensions in the negotiations for changes. The Contractor shall update such approved schedule as necessary when significant changes occur during the progress of the work.

END OF SECTION 013200

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1. Division 01 Section "Project Management and Coordination" for submitting RFIs

2. Division 01 Section "Quality Requirements" for submitting test and inspection reports

3. Divisions 02 through 49 Sections for specific requirements for submittals in those Sections.

1. Initial Review: Allow 14 calendar days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required.

2. Resubmittal Review: Allow 14 calendar days for review of each resubmittal.

1. Include the following information on each submittal:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name and address of subcontractor.

e. Name and address of supplier.

f. Name of manufacturer.

g. Submittal number or other unique identifier.

h. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

i. Other necessary identification.

2. Electronic submittals are preferred.

3. When electronic submittals are not practical Submit two copies of each submittal to the CO

4. Copies submitted will not be returned.

H. 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.

I. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

0. Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions.

P. Partial submittals are not acceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned without review.

END OF SECTION 013300

SECTION 014100 - REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

0. The following acts, regulations, codes and standards shall apply to the work in this contract

R. Unless otherwise specified in this contract, reference to a specific standard or specification shall mean the latest edition or amendment in affect on the date of the invitation to bid.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 014100

SECTION 014500 - QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY: This work shall consist of providing quality control to ensure compliance with the drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract, and measuring the quantities of completed work in conformance with the provisions of the applicable specifications. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tests, and reports necessary to meet the requirements of this specification.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT: No separate measurement or payment will be made for the work specified in this Section.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3. 1 QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM:

0. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a quality control system that will ensure that all services, supplies, and construction required under this contract conform to the contract requirements. The Contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, the sampling, inspection, and testing required to substantiate that all supplies, services, and construction conform to the contract requirements.

T. Sampling, Testing Inspection, and Measurement - The Contractor shall provide and maintain appropriate measuring and testing devices, equipment, and supplies to accomplish the required measurement, testing, and inspection in a timely manner. Tests, measurements, and certifications shall be made as required by the drawings and specifications. The Contractor shall take samples and perform inspections and tests necessary to achieve the quality of construction required by the contract and make required measurements of work under this contract performed onsite or offsite.

3.2 RECORDS OF INSPECTION AND TESTS:

0. Inspection and Tests - The Contractor shall maintain current records of all inspections and tests performed.

V. The following format or one containing the following information will be acceptable to the government:

W. The Contractor shall certify in writing that all inspections and tests were performed in accordance with specifications.

END OF SECTION 014500

SECTION 017000 - EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

1. GENERAL

SUMMARY

This Section includes general procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

Construction layout.

Field engineering and surveying.

General installation of products.

Progress cleaning.

Starting and adjusting.

Protection of installed construction.

Correction of the Work.

See Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting final property survey with Project Record Documents, recording of Government-accepted deviations from indicated lines and levels, and final cleaning.

PART 9 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 10 - EXECUTION

EXAMINATION

Acceptance of Conditions: Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer or Applicator present where indicated, for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance. Record observations.

Verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with existing finishes or primers.

Examine roughing-in for mechanical and electrical systems to verify actual locations of connections before equipment and fixture installation.

Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

PREPARATION

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:

The Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt utilities to the Contracting Officer at least 7 calendar days in advance of the interruption. The submittal request shall include the utilities that will be interrupted and an estimated duration of the interruption.

Do not proceed with utility interruptions without CO’s written permission.

Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly. Recheck measurements before installing each product. Where portions of the Work are indicated to fit to other construction, verify dimensions of other construction by field measurements before fabrication. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delaying the Work.

Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to CO. Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

INSTALLATION

Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in applications indicated.

Install products at the time and under conditions that will ensure the best possible results. Maintain conditions required for product performance until Substantial Completion.

Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading in excess of that expected during normal conditions of occupancy.

Hazardous Materials: Use products, cleaners, and installation materials that are not considered hazardous.

PROGRESS CLEANING

General: Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Coordinate progress cleaning for joint-use areas where more than one installer has worked. Enforce requirements strictly. Dispose of materials lawfully.

Comply with requirements in NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

Do not hold materials more than 7 calendar days during normal weather or 3 calendar days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F.

Containerize hazardous and unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Mark containers appropriately and dispose of legally, according to regulations.

Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

Work Areas: Clean areas where work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work.

Remove liquid spills promptly.

Where dust would impair proper execution of the Work, broom-clean or vacuum the entire work area, as appropriate.

Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to written instructions of manufacturer or fabricator of product installed, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended. If specific cleaning materials are not recommended, use-cleaning materials that are not hazardous to health or property and that will not damage exposed surfaces.

Concealed Spaces: Remove debris from concealed spaces before enclosing the space.

Waste Disposal: Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted. Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

During handling and installation, clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials already in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

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

Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to assure that no part of the construction, completed or in progress is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during the construction period.

STARTING AND ADJUSTING

Start equipment and operating components to confirm proper operation. Remove malfunctioning units, replace with new units, and retest.

Adjust operating components for proper operation without binding. Adjust equipment for proper operation.

Test each piece of equipment to verify proper operation. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment.

PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work is without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

Comply with manufacturers written instructions for temperature and relative humidity.

CORRECTION OF THE WORK

Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

Restore permanent facilities used during construction to their specified condition.

Remove and replace damaged surfaces that are exposed to view if surfaces cannot be repaired without visible evidence of repair.

END OF SECTION 017000

SECTION 017113 - MOBILIZATION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY:

0. This item is intended to compensate the Contractor for operations including, but not limited to, those necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site; for payment of premiums for bonds and insurance for the project; and for any other work and operations which must be performed or costs that must be incurred incident to the initiation of meaningful work at the site and for which payment is not otherwise provided for under the contract.

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT:

0. The accepted quantities will be paid for at the contract unit price for Item No. 01, Mobilization.

B. Progress payments will be made as follows:

C. The total of all payments will not exceed the original contract amount for Item No. 01, Mobilization.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 017113

SECTION 017400-CLEANING AND WASTE MANAGEMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CLEAN UP

0. The Contractor shall keep the work site free from accumulation of waste materials and rubbish resulting from the work.

E. Before final acceptance of the project by the Government, the Contractor shall remove from Government land, and properly dispose of, all waste materials and rubbish resulting from this work.

F. If work is stopped or delayed for an extended period of time, the Contractor shall clean up the site as determined by the Contracting Officer.

1.2 DISPOSAL

0. Waste Material and Rubbish:

H. The Contractor shall dispose of all waste and rubbish at a sanitary landfill. All permits and related costs associated with the disposal of waste at sanitary landfill shall be the responsibility of the Contractor.

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT: No separate measurement or payment will be made for the work specified in this Section.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (Not Used) PART 3 – EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 017400

SECTION 017416 - SITE MAINTENANCE

PART 1 - GENERAL

0. Hazardous material is defined as a substance or combination of substances, which because of quantity, concentration, physical, chemical or infectious characteristics, may pose a substantial or potential hazard to humans, property or the environment.

1.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT: No separate measurement or payment will be made for the work specified in this Section.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

PART 3 - EXECUTION

2. DISPOSAL OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS:

0. All wash water, solvents, wastewater from concrete trucks, asphalt equipment, paint cleanup, etc., shall be collected on site in impermeable containers and removed from the site on a weekly schedule. Handling and or temporary storage of these materials by the contractor, shall not impact the project site or adjacent areas. This includes trees, vegetation, and wetland areas. It shall furthermore not present itself as an attractive nuisance.

0. All hazardous materials that are encountered during demolition shall be removed from the site as soon as practical.

END OF SECTION 017416

SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

SUMMARY

This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

Inspection procedures.

Project Record Documents.

Operation and maintenance manuals.

Warranties.

Instruction of Government personnel.

Final cleaning.

FINAL COMPLETION

Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

Preparation: Submit three copies of list. Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

General: Do not use Project Record Documents for construction purposes. Protect Project Record Documents from deterioration and loss. Provide access to Project Record Documents for CO's reference during normal working hours.

WARRANTIES

Submittal Time: Submit written warranties on request of CO for designated portions of the Work where commencement of warranties other than date of Substantial Completion is indicated.

PART 12 - PRODUCTS

MATERIALS

Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

PART 13 - EXECUTION

FINAL CLEANING

General: Provide final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

Cleaning: Clean each surface or unit to condition expected in an average commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

Clean exposed interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances.

Vacuum carpet and similar soft surfaces, removing debris and excess nap; shampoo if visible soil or stains remain.

Remove labels that are not permanent.

Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces. Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

Do not paint over "UL" and similar labels, including mechanical and electrical nameplates.

Clean light fixtures, lamps, globes, and reflectors to function with full efficiency.

Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

END OF SECTION 017700

SECTION 024100 - WASTE MATERIAL DISPOSAL

14.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the loading, handling, hauling, and placing of excess excavation material, unsuitable excavation material, clearing and grubbing debris, and construction debris.

14.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. There will be no separate measurement or payment for work in this Section. Waste material disposal is considered incidental to other items of work shown in the Schedule of Items.

PART 15 - PRODUCTS – NOT APPLICABLE

PART 16 - EXECUTION

16.1 WASTE MATERIAL TO BE REMOVED:

A. All unsuitable excavated material, oversize boulders, stumps, and other clearing and grubbing debris shall be hauled to a disposal area.

B. All demolition materials, garbage, and other refuse generated shall be hauled to a disposal area.

16.2 DISPOSAL SITE

A. All waste material shall be removed from the project site and legally disposed off of Government property in an approved landfill.

1. The contractor is responsible for all costs and permits associated with landfill disposal.

2. The Government is not responsible for waste material upon its departure from the project site.

END OF SECTION 024100

SECTION 024119 - SELECTIVE STRUCTURE DEMOLITION

17.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes demolition and removal of the greenhouse, Chillers, Metal Shed and the glass only from the 2,500 sf Greenhouse. Demolition and removal includes but is not limited to all glass, framing, footings, benches, electrical, mechanical and all other elements associated with the Greenhouse Chillers and Metal Shed.

B. See Section 312300 Excavation and Fill of above- and below-grade improvements that are not part of the building demolition.

17.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Remove: Detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off-site, unless indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.

17.3 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

A. Demolished materials shall become Contractor's property and shall be removed from Project site.

17.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Qualification Data: For the following:

Demolition firm.

B. Proposed Control Measures: Submit statement or drawing that indicates the measures proposed for use, proposed locations, and proposed time frame for their operation. Identify options if proposed measures are later determined to be inadequate. Include measures for the following:

1. Dust control.

2. Noise control.

C. Schedule of Selective Demolition Activities: Indicate detailed sequence of selective demolition and removal work, with starting and ending dates for each activity, interruption of utility services, locations of temporary partitions and means of egress.

D. Predemolition - Photographs or Videotape: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements that might be misconstrued as damage caused by selective demolition operations. Submit before Work begins.

E. Recycle Records: Indicate receipt and acceptance of glass, framing and any other materials that can be recycled at a recycling facility.

F. Landfill Records: Indicate receipt and acceptance of hazardous wastes by a landfill facility licensed to accept hazardous wastes.

17.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Demolition Firm Qualifications: An experienced firm that has specialized in demolition work similar in material and extent to that indicated for this Project.

B. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before beginning selective demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Standards: Comply with ANSI A10.6 and NFPA 241.

D. Predemolition Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

17.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Government will occupy portions of the building immediately adjacent to the selective demolition area. Conduct selective demolition so Government operations will not be disrupted. The Contractor shall submit a request to interrupt utilities to the Contracting Officer at least 7 calendar days in advance of the interruption. The submittal request shall include the utilities that will be interrupted and an estimated duration of the interruption. For all other types of disruptions the Contractor shall provide not less than 4 calendar days notice to the CO of activities that will affect Government operations.

B. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

1. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Government assumes no responsibility for condition of areas to be selectively demolished.

1. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Government as far as practical.

D. Hazardous Materials: It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work.

1. If materials suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify Contracting Officer (CO).

SPEC WRITER: RETAIN PARAGRAPH AND SUBPARAGRAPHS ABOVE AND DELETE FIRST PARAGRAPH AND SUBPARAGRAPHS BELOW IF ASBESTOS IS PRESENT AND GOVERNMENT HAS A SEPARATE CONTRACT TO ABATE ASBESTOS BEFORE SELECTIVE DEMOLITION BEGINS.

E. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site will not be permitted.

F. Utility Service: Maintain existing utilities and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations.

1. Maintain fire-protection facilities in service during selective demolition operations.

PART 18 - PRODUCTS

18.1 REPAIR MATERIALS

A. Use repair materials identical to existing materials.

1. If identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used for exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match existing adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

2. Use materials whose installed performance equals or surpasses that of existing materials.

PART 19 - EXECUTION

19.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped. Where utilities have not been disconnected and capped the contractor shall disconnect and cap those utilities.

B. Survey existing conditions and correlate with requirements indicated to determine extent of selective demolition required.

C. When unanticipated mechanical, electrical, or structural elements that conflict with intended function or design are encountered, investigate and measure the nature and extent of conflict. Promptly submit a written report to CO.

D. Engage a professional engineer to survey…