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USDA Forest Service, Northern Tier-RMAST, 1019 N Fifth St, Custer SD 57730 90Calendar Days after issuance of Notice to Proceed

Black Hills National Forest

11. SCHEDULE (Include applicable Federal, State and local taxes)

Tepee Dwelling Repairs

Contractor must be registered in System for Award Management (www.sam.gov) to be eligible for award of this project.

12. DISCOUNT FOR PROMPT PAYMENT

c. COUNTY

AREA CODE

NSN 7540-01-152-8084

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Prescribed by GSA-FAR (48 CFR) 53.215-1(a)

AG-82X9-S-12-0163

Tepee Dwelling Repairs Black Hills National Forest

PART I—THE SCHEDULE

SECTION B--SUPPLIES OR SERVICES AND PRICES/COSTS

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

Tepee Interior Repairs

Ranger Dwelling at Tepee Work Center

Black Hills National Forest

Item Number

TOTAL BASE WORK

TOTAL ALL OPTIONS

TOTAL BASE WORK AND ALL OPTIONS

Non Discrimination Statement

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable sex, marital status, familial status, parental status, religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual’s income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication of program information (Braille, large print, audiotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C 20250-9410, or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

SECTION C--DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS/STATEMENT OF WORK

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

Teepee Dwelling Repairs: Asbestos removal, Plaster repair, paint walls and ceilings in Living room and Dining room.

Optional: A. Bathroom tiling.

B. Replace flooring in kitchen and nook, patch and paint.

C. Main floor Bedroom 1, 2 and hall; wall paper trim removal, patch and paint.

D. Bedroom 5 ceiling repair and paint.

E. Upper level stairs and Gable bedroom; patch and paint.

F. Lower Bedroom 3, 4 and stairs; patch and paint.

G. Utility/Mechanical room, back entry stairs; paint.

PROJECT LOCATION

This project is located at Teepee Work Center, Custer County, South Dakota.

PRICE RANGE

The Government’s estimate is between $25,000 and $100,000

SUMMARY OF WORK

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SECTION 001500

LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

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PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. List of Contract Drawings: T-1 of 1

B. Index of Specifications

Title Sheet and Location Maps

Notes

Floor Plan Main Floor Floor Plan Lower Level Floor Plan Upper Level Total Plan Sheets in this Contract

DIVISION 1

DIVISION 2

DIVISION 9

DIVISION 13

SECTION 010100

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Work for this project consists of the contractor to be responsible for:

Base; Asbestos removal of the Living Room ceiling , wall and ceiling plaster repair and painting in Living room and Dining room, at Teepee Dwelling (#3515), at Teepee Work Center, 25 miles west of Custer, South Dakota.

B. Project work involves restoration of a historically significant building. The building shall be treated respectfully. Existing conditions are to be carefully respected and no material or building element shall be removed or disfigured unless specifically indicated on drawings, specified herein, or directed by the Contracting Officer. Prior approval by Contracting Officer required before commencing lath and plaster demolition.

C. Optional Items:

1. Option A: Bathroom Shower; tiling.

2. Option B: Kitchen and Nook; flooring replacement , wall and ceiling patch and painting.

3. Option C: Main Floor Bedrooms 1, 2 and hall; wall paper trim removal, patch and paint.

4. Option D: Bedroom 5; ceiling repair and paint.

5. Option E: Upper Level Stairs and Gable Bedroom; patch and repair.

6. Option F: Lower Level Stairs and Bedroom 3 and 4; Repair, patch and paint.

7. Option G: Utility room, Mechanical room, Back Entry and Stairs; paint.

1.2 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

A. The elevation of the site is approximately 5195 feet above mean sea level. The construction site experiences hot summers and moderate snowfall and cold temperatures in winter.

1.3 USE OF PREMISES

A. 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 the Government's right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project.

B. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO.

C. Contractor shall provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Contractor shall minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.

D. Preservation of Natural Features: Confines all operations to work limits of the project. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

E. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones. F. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval.

Consult with CO and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

G. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

H. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the Government.

1.4 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Nonsmoking building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

B. Work Hours: Perform work between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m.. Monday through Friday.

No work is permitted on weekends or holidays.

1.5 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO.

B. Provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.

1.6 MEALS AND LODGING

A. Meals and lodging are commercially available in the City of Custer within 25 miles east of the construction site or Newcastle, Wyo. 19 miles west. Meals or lodging will not be available at Forest Service facilities.

1.7 USE OF EXISTING UTILITIES AND SYSTEMS

A. Water service: Use water from Government’s existing water system without metering and without payment of use charges. Use of Government existing water service facilities will be permitted, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to CO. At Substantial Completion, release these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

B. Sanitary Facilities: Use of Government existing toilet facilities will be permitted, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to CO. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use. Provide toilet tissue, paper towels, paper cups, and similar disposable materials for each facility. Maintain adequate supply. Provide covered waste containers for disposal of used material.

C. Electrical Power Service: Use electrical power from Government existing system without metering and without payment of use charges. Use of Government’s existing electric power service will be permitted, as long as equipment is maintained in a condition acceptable to CO.

1.8 CAMPING

A. No camping is allowed at the site.

1.9 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products.

1.10 PERMITS

A. Special permits for Asbestos waste disposal or any other permits required by County, State, or Federal laws or regulations shall be obtained by the Contractor.

END OF SECTION 010100

SECTION 010250

DEFINITION OF BID ITEMS AND

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

DEFINITION OF BID ITEMS

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A. The intent of this section is to explain, in general; what is and what is not included in a bid item; the limits or cut-off points where one bid item ends and another begins; and method of measurements and basis of payment for work items listed in the Bid Item Schedule. B. Work:

1. Furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, and other incidentals necessary to successfully complete the project or any portion of it, and carrying out all duties and obligations imposed by the contract on the Contractor.

C. Payment:

1. For each individual item listed here and in the Schedule of Items, payment shall be full compensation for all work related to the particular item in accordance with these specifications, as shown on the drawings, and as staked in the field.

2. Measurement and payment for contract work shall be made only for and under those pay items included in the Schedule of Items. All other work and materials shall be considered incidental or as included in the payment for items shown.

PART 2 – METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

2.1 GENERAL

A. The contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, all measurement of quantities of materials incorporated into the work processes that are to be measured under the provisions of the contract.

B. Quantity Measurements, Lump Sum Quantity (LSQ):

1. 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 shall be measured complete and in-place.

PART 3 – DEFINITION OF BID ITEMS

3.1SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. The project Schedule of Items includes several sections to organize the bid items into Base bid Items and Optional Bid Items. When a pay item is described as a Base Bid Item, the description will be the same when that item or a similar item is included as an Optional Bid Item. Provide item pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items. Contract award will be made for all Base Bid Items. Those items listed as Optional Bid Items will be awarded based on available project funding.

B. Base Bid Items:

1. Base Bid Item No.1 – Teepee Dwelling: Asbestos removal from Living room ceiling. Patch and paint Living room and Dining room walls and ceilings.

a. Measurement: This item is measured in a lump sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, labor and incidentals required to patch and paint interior for Teepee Dwelling.

C. Optional Bid Items:

1. (A)Install tile in Bathroom shower.

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required to repair, patch, remove and lay linoleum, paint, and clean.

2. (B)Replace Kitchen and Nook flooring, patch and paint walls and ceiling. a. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required to repair, patch, lay floor, paint, and clean.

3. (C)Main Floor Bedrooms 1 and 2, and Hall, patch and paint.

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required to repair, remove wall paper trim, patch, paint, and clean.

4. (D)Main Floor Bedrooms 5, patch ceiling and paint.

c. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

d. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required to repair, patch, paint, and clean.

5. (E)Upper Level Stairs and Gable Bedroom, patch and paint.

e. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

f. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required to repair, patch, paint, and clean.

6. (F)Lower Level Bedroom 3 and 4, and Stairs, patch and paint.

g. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

h. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required to repair, patch, paint, and clean.

7. (G)Utility Room, Mechanical Room, Back entry and Stairs, paint.

i. Measurement: This item is measured as a lump sum quantity.

j. Payment: The contract lump sum bid price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all removal and disposal of removed items; materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required to repair, patch, paint, and clean.

END OF SECTION 010250

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

SECTION 011700

ACCIDENT PREVENTION

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ACCIDENT PREVENTION

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

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention Program: Before on-site work begins, submit for approval an accident prevention program. The Contracting Officer (CO) will review the proposed program for compliance with OSHA and project requirements. If the program requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the program within 10 days. No progress payments will be processed until the program is approved. The program shall include:

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.

B. Certificates: Provide certificates from a mechanic that all mechanical equipment has been inspected and meets OSHA requirements.

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

D. Submit a brief report of safety meetings and of inspections.

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

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. 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.

B. Qualifications of Employees

1. Ensure that employees are physically 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.

1.4ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. 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 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the CO a DI-134 form, which may be obtained from CO.

B. 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 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRST AID FACILITIES: provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

2.2 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

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

3.2 ESCAPE ROUTES: 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.

3.3 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. 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.

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

3.4 SAFETY MEETINGS

A. 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.

B. 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 CO will enter the results of the meetings into his daily log.

3.5 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. 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.

B. 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.

3.6 TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to ensure prompt and efficient first aid. B. Hazardous Material: 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

PART 1- GENERAL

SECTION 013300

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other miscellaneous submittals.

B. See Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting warranties Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals and “as-builts” drawings.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Contracting Officer’s (CO's) responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require CO's approval. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

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

B. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Allow 10 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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

3. Allow 10 days for processing each resubmittal.

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

C. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification.

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

2. Provide a space approximately 2 by 3 inches on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

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

a. Project name. b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor. d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section. g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate. h. Other necessary identification.

D. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless CO observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

F. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by CO in connection with construction.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Action Submittals required by individual Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a Project Record Document.

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

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

2. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations. b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

d. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit two copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Provide a notarized 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.

B. Contractor's Construction Schedule:

1. The following submittal is required following award of contract and prior to starting work, for review and/or approval pursuant to contract provisions:

2.

Cost breakdown schedule listing main types of work and totaling amount of contract

Construction schedule for impending work

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

A. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to CO.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp.

Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

C. CO will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

D. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will not be reviewed and may be discarded.

END OF SECTION 013300

1.1 SUMMARY

SECTION 017000

EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

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EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

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

1. General application of products.

2. Progress cleaning.

3. Starting and adjusting.

4. Protection of application of products.

5. Correction of the Work.

B. See Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures" for final cleaning. PART 2 – PRODUCTS Not Used

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Existing Conditions, Before beginning work, investigate and verify the existence and location of damaged areas and other construction affecting the Work.

B. 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.

1. Examine areas to be patched and access the amount of work to be done in that area.

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

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner 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 (CO) not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

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

C. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items shown diagrammatically on Drawings.

D. 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.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for application of products indicated.

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

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

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

3.4 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. 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.

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

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

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

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

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

1. Remove liquid spills promptly.

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

D. Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to written instructions of manufacturer 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.

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

F. 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.

G. 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.

H. Clean completed construction area as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period.

I. 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.

3.5 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

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

B. Comply with manufacturers written instructions for temperature and relative humidity.

3.6 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

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

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

B. Restore permanent facilities used during construction to their specified condition.

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

END OF SECTION 017000

1.1 SUMMARY

SECTION 017310

CUTTING AND PATCHING

017310-24

CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. This Section includes procedural requirements for cutting and patching.

B. See Divisions 2 through 26 Sections for specific requirements and limitations applicable to cutting and patching individual parts of the work.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Cutting and Patching Proposal: Submit a proposal describing procedures at least 10 days before the time cutting and patching will be performed, requesting approval to proceed. Include the following information:

1. Extent: Describe cutting and patching, show how they will be performed, and indicate why they cannot be avoided.

2. Changes to existing Construction: Describe anticipated results. Include changes to structural elements and operating components as well as changes in building’s appearance and other significant visual elements.

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

4. Dates: Indicate when cutting and patching will be performed.

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

6. Contracting Officer’s (CO) Approval: Obtain approval of cutting and patching proposal before cutting and patching. Approval does not waive right to later require removal and replacement of unsatisfactory work.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Structural Elements: Do not cut and patch structural elements in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity or load-deflection ratio.

B. Operational Elements: Do not cut and patch operating elements and related components in a manner that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety.

C. Miscellaneous Elements: Do not cut and patch components in a manner that could change their load-carrying capacity that results in reducing their capacity to perform as intended. Or that results in increased maintenance or decreased operational life or safety.

D. Visual Requirements: Do not cut and patch construction in a manner that results in visual evidence of cutting and patching. Do not cut and patch construction exposed on the exterior or in occupied spaces in a manner that would, in CO's opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities. Remove and replace construction that has been cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Existing Materials: Use materials identical to existing materials. For exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match existing adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

1. If identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used, use materials that, when installed, will match the visual and functional performance of existing materials.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

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

1. Compatibility: Before patching, verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with existing finishes or primers.

2. Proceed with installation only after unsafe or unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

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

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

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

D. Existing Services: Where existing services are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, bypass such services before cutting to minimize interruption of services to occupied areas.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

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

1. Cut existing construction to provide for installation of other components or performance of other construction, and subsequently patch as required to restore surfaces to their original condition.

B. Cutting: Cut existing construction by sawing, drilling, breaking, chipping, grinding, and similar operations, including excavation, using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction. If possible, review proposed procedures with original Installer; comply with original Installer's written recommendations.

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

2. Existing Finished Surfaces: Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces.

3. Masonry: Cut using a cutting machine, such as an abrasive saw or a diamond-core drill.

4. Mechanical and Electrical Services: Cut off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve, or plug and seal remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after cutting.

5. Proceed with patching after construction operations requiring cutting are complete.

C. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations following performance of other Work. Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Sections of these Specifications.

1. Inspection: Where feasible, test and inspect patched areas after completion to demonstrate integrity of installation.

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

3. Ceilings: Patch, repair, or rehang existing ceilings as necessary to provide an even-plane surface of uniform appearance.

4. Floors and walls: where walls or partitions that are removed extend one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surface in the new space. Provide an even surface of uniform finish, color, texture, and appearance. Remove existing floor and replace with new materials, if necessary, to achieve uniform color and appearance.

END OF SECTION 017310

SECTION 017419

CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for the following:

1. Disposing of hazardous, nonhazardous demolition and construction waste.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Construction Waste: Building materials and other solid waste resulting from construction, remodeling, renovation, or repair operations. Construction waste includes packaging.

B. Disposal: Removal off-site of demolition and construction waste and subsequent sale, recycling, reuse, or deposit in landfill or incinerator acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Waste asbestos material shall be disposed of in accordance with all Federal and State regulations implementing the intent of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (40 CFR 260-265) and at an approved sanitary landfill.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS Not Used.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 DISPOSAL OF WASTE

A. General: Except for items or materials to be recycled, or otherwise reused, remove waste materials from Project site and legally dispose of them in a landfill.

1. Except as otherwise specified, do not allow waste that are to be disposed of accumulate on-site.

2. Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces and areas.

B. Burning: Do not burn waste materials.

C. Disposal: Transport waste materials off Government’s property and legally dispose them.

END OF SECTION 017419

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CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

1.1 SUMMARY

SECTION 017700

CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

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

1. Inspection procedures.

2. Project Record Documents.

3. Operation and maintenance manuals.

4. Warranties.

5. Instruction of Government personnel.

6. Final cleaning.

1.2 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise Contracting Officer (CO) of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final certifications, and similar documents.

4. Obtain and submit releases permitting Government unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities. Include occupancy permits, operating certificates, and similar releases.

5. Prepare and submit Project Record Documents, Final Completion construction photographs and photographic negatives, damage or settlement surveys, and similar final record information.

6. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

7. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

8. Terminate and remove temporary facilities from project site along with mock ups, construction tools, and similar elements.

B. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

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

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final Completion.

1.3 FINAL COMPLETION

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

1. Submit certified copy of CO’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

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

B. 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.

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

1.4 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. 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.

1. Organize list of spaces in sequential order, starting with exterior areas first and proceeding from lowest floor to highest floor.

2. Organize items applying to each space by major element, including categories for ceiling, individual walls, floors, and building.

1.5 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. 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.

B. Record Drawings: Maintain and submit one set of blue- or black-line white prints of Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings.

1. Mark Record Prints to show the actual installation where installation varies from that shown originally. Require individual or entity who obtained record data, whether individual or entity is Installer, subcontractor, or similar entity, to prepare the marked-up Record Prints.

a. Give particular attention to information on concealed elements that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

b. Record data as soon as possible after obtaining it. Record and check the markup before enclosing concealed installations.

2. Mark record sets with erasable, red-colored pencil. Use other colors to distinguish between changes for different categories of the Work at the same location.

3. Note Construction Change Directive numbers, Change Order numbers, alternate numbers, and similar identification where applicable.

4. Identify and date each Record Drawing; include the designation "PROJECT RECORD DRAWING" in a prominent location. Organize into manageable sets; bind each set with durable paper cover sheets. Include identification on cover sheets.

C. Record Specifications: Submit one copy of Project's Specifications, including addenda and contract modifications. Mark copy to indicate the actual product installation where installation varies from that indicated in Specifications, addenda, and contract modifications.

1. Give particular attention to information on concealed products and installations that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

2. Mark copy with the proprietary name and model number of products, materials, and equipment furnished, including substitutions and product options selected.

3. Note related Change Orders and Record Drawings, where applicable.

1.6 WARRANTIES

A. 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 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. 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 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. 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.

B. Cleaning: Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning. Clean each surface to condition expected in an average commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

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

a. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

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

c. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing natural weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition.

d. Remove debris and surface dust from limited access spaces, including roofs, plenums, shafts, trenches, equipment vaults, manholes, attics, and similar spaces.

e. 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.

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

g. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

C. Comply with safety standards for cleaning. Do not burn waste materials. Do not bury debris or excess materials on Government property. Do not discharge volatile, harmful, or dangerous materials into drainage systems. Remove waste materials from Project site and dispose of lawfully.

END OF SECTION 017700

1.1 SUMMARY

SECTION 024119

SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

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SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

A. This Section includes…