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United States Department of Agriculture

Forest Service

Region 2

Black Hills National Forest

October 2013

AUSD Northern Hills Ranger District Office Renovation

Specifications

NORTHERN HILLS RANGER DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION 001500-1

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 001500

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST

NORTHERN HILLS DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION

LIST OF DRAWINGS AND SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. List of Contract Drawings:

1. Index of Sheets:

T1.0 Title and Index Sheet

C0.1 General Site and Demolition Plan C1.0 District Office Overall Site Development Plan C1.1 West Parking Area Layout Plan C1.2 West Parking Area Grading Plan and Point Tables C2.0 Typical Concrete Details and Flag Pole Base Detail C2.1 Accessibility Ramps and Parking Stall Layout C3.0 Parking Lot Cross Section and Stone Wall Details

A0.1 A0.2 A0.3 A1.1 A1.2 A2.1 A2.2 A2.3 A3.1 A3.2 A4.1 A4.2 A5.1 A5.2 A6.1 A6.2 A6.3 A6.4 A6.5 A7.1 A7.2 A8.1 A8.2 A9.1

Code Analysis Overall Building Code Plan Abbreviations & Legends Demolition Floor Plan Demolition Roof Plan Floor Plan Reflected Ceiling Plan Roof Plan Exterior Elevations Exterior Elevations Building Sections Building Sections, Partition Types, & Control Joint Details Wall Sections Wall Sections Enlarged Floor Plans & Toilet Accessory Schedule Dimensioned Floor Plan/ Enlarged Reception Desk Plan Interior Elevations Interior Elevations Interior Elevations Finish Schedule/ Door & Hardware Schedule Door, Frame & Window Types Exterior Details Exterior Details Interior Details

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A9.2 Door Details

S1.0 General Notes S1.1 Standard Details S2.0 Foundation Plan S2.1 Stair Ramp and Entry Plan and Sections S2.2 Roof Framing Plan S3.0 Sections and Details S3.1 Sections and Details S3.2 Sections and Details

P0.1 Legend, Schedules, Isometrics and Photographs P1.1 Crawl Space Plumbing Removal Plan P1.2 Main Floor Plumbing Removal Plan P2.1 Crawl Space Plumbing Plan P2.2 Main Floor Plumbing Plan

M0.1 Mechanical Schedules M0.2 Mechanical Legend and Details M1.1 Crawl Space Mechanical Removal Plan M1.2 Main Floor Mechanical Removal Plan M2.1 Crawl Space Mechanical Plan M2.2 Main Floor Mechanical Plan M3.0 Partial Mechanical Plan M3.1 Photographs

E0.1 Legend, Schedules, Details, and Photographs E1.1 Crawl Space Electrical Removal Plan E1.2 Main Floor Electrical Removal Plan E2.1 Main Floor Power and Telecom Plan E3.1 Main Floor Lighting and Fire Detection Plan E4.1 Panelboard A E4.2 Panelboard B E4.3 Panelboard C, D, and E

62 Total Plan Sheets in this Contract

B. List of Contract Specifications

1. Index of Specifications

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 001500 List of Drawings and Specifications Section 010250 Definition of Contract Items and Measurement and Payment Section 011000 Summary of Work Section 011400 Work Restrictions Section 011500 Hazardous Materials Requirements

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Section 011700 Accident Prevention Section 013100 Project Management and Coordination Section 013300 Submittal Procedures Section 014000 Quality Requirements Section 014500 Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Section 015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls Section 017300 Execution Requirements Section 017419 Construction Waste Management Section 017700 Closeout Procedures Section 017823 Operation and Maintenance Data

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 024119 Selective Demolition

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

Section 033000 Section 033053

Cast-In-Place Concrete Miscellaneous Cast-In-Place Concrete

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY N/A

DIVISION 6 – WOOD AND PLASTICS

Section 061000 Rough Carpentry Section 061600 Sheathing Section 061753 Shop Fabricated Wood Trusses Section 062023 Interior Finish Carpentry Section 064023 Interior Architectural Woodwork

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 071326 Self-Adhering Sheet Waterproofing Section 071900 Plastic Vapor Barrier/Retardants Section 072100 Thermal Insulation Section 073113 Asphalt Shingles Section 074646 Fiber Cement Siding Section 076200 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim Section 078413 Penetration Firestopping Section 079200 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 – DOORS AND WINDOWS

Section 081113 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames Section 081416 Flush Wood Doors Section 083110 Access Doors and Frames Section 085200 Wood Windows Section 087100 Door Hardware

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Section 088000 Glazing

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

Section 092900 Gypsum Board Section 093000 Tiling Section 096513 Resilient Base and Accessories Section 096819 Resilient Tile Flooring Section 096813 Tile Carpeting Section 099113 Exterior Painting Section 099123 Interior Painting Section 099113 Staining and Transparent Finishing

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

Section 101190 Cubicles Section 101423 Panel Signage Section 102000 Aluminum Louvers and Vents

Section 102113.19 Plastic Toilet Compartments Section 102800 Toilet, Bath and Laundry Accessories Section 104413 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets Section 104416 Fire Extinguishers Section 107500 Flagpole

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT N/A

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

Section 122113 Horizontal Louver Blinds

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION N/A

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING SYSTEMS N/A

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION N/A

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

Section 220500 Common Work Results for Plumbing Section 220529 Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment Section 220700 Pipe Insulation Section 221116 Domestic Water Piping Section 221316 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping Section 224000 Plumbing Fixtures

DIVISION 23 – HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

Section 230500 Common Work Results for HVAC

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Section 230529 Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment Section 230593 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC Section 230700 HVAC Insulation Section 230900 Instrumentation and Controls for HVAC Section 231123 Natural-Gas Piping Section 232300 Refrigerant Piping Section 233113 Metal Ducts Section 233300 Air Duct Accessories Section 233450 Fans Section 233713 Diffusers, Registers, and Grilles Section 233723 HVAC Gravity Ventilators Section 235400 Furnaces Section 236200 Condensing Units Section 238323 Electric Terminal Heating Units

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

Section 260100 Common Work Results for Electrical Section 260500 Conductors, Cables, and Raceways Section 260526 Grounding and Bonding Section 262416 Panelboards Section 262726 Wiring Devices Section 262813 Fuses Section 262816 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers Section 265100 Lighting

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

Section 270000 Voice and Data Communication Cabling

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

Section 281300 Access Control Systems Section 283100 Fire Detection and Alarm

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

Section 312250 Earthwork Section 312500 Temporary Erosion and Sedimentation

Control

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

Section 321123 Aggregate Base Course Section 321217 Hot Mix Asphalt Paving Section 321313 Cement Concrete Pavement Section 321600 Curb or Curb and Gutter Section 323200 Rock Retaining Wall

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DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES N/A

DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION N/A

DIVISION 35 – WATERWAY AND MARINE N/A

DIVISION 41 – MATERIAL PROCESSING AND HANDLING EQUIPMENT N/A

DIVISION 44 – POLLUTION CONTROL EQUIPMENT N/A

END OF SECTION 001500

NORTHERN HILLS DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION 010250-1

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST DEFINITION OF CONTRACT ITEMS AND

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

SECTION 010250

DEFINITION OF CONTRACT ITEMS

AND

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

B. Work: 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: 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 and as shown on the drawings.

D. 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.

1.2 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

A. Payment shall be by units defined and determined according to U.S. Standard measure and by the following:

B. Lump Sum: Do not measure directly. The bid amount is complete payment for all work described in the contract and necessary to complete the work for that item.

PART 2 - METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

2.1 GENERAL

A. One of the following methods of measurement for determining final payment is designated on the Schedule of Items for each pay item:

B. LUMP SUM QUANTITIES (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.

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PART 3 – DEFINITION OF CONTRACT ITEMS

3.1 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. The project Schedule of Items includes several sections to organize the contract items into Base Items and Optional Items. When a pay item is described as a Base Item, the description will be the same when that item or a similar item is included as an Optional Item. Provide item pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items.

Contract award will be made for all Base Items. Those items listed as Optional Items will be awarded based on available project funding.

3.2 DEFINITION OF BASE ITEMS

A. Base Items:

1. Base Item No. 1– Mobilization, Demobilization, Bonding and Insurance

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies and incidentals to the project site, and for all other work and operations that must be performed or that cause costs to be incurred prior to beginning work on the various items on the project site.

2. Base Item No. 2– Quality Control, Survey and Staking, As-Builts shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary including all Contractor sampling, testing, quality control work, construction surveying, staking, and as-builts.

3. Base Item No. 3 –Mechanical / Electrical / Plumbing shall include all materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required for the removal of plumbing, mechanical, and electrical components and installation of new plumbing, mechanical and electrical components including controls; and mechanical and electrical system commissioning coordination.

4. Base Item No. 4 – Site Work

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b. Payment: The contract lump sum price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required as shown on the drawings and specifications. Item include new sidewalk with stairs, ramps, railings and parking and complying with State of South Dakota Stormwater Permit; and installation and maintenance of temporary erosion and sedimentation controls for the duration of the contract.

5. Base Item No. 5 – Rated Corridor Improvements to Corridors 108 & 109 shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary to complete the work as shown on the drawings and specifications, to create a rated tunnel enclosure for Corridor 108 & 109 as indicated in the documents. This includes providing gypsum board on the existing floor joists in the crawl space and on the existing gypsum board ceiling in the corridors to create rated floor-ceiling and roof-ceiling assemblies. This does include finishes to both sides of the north and south walls. This includes demolition and construction of architectural components of the building, including indoor air quality management and dust control as shown on the drawings and specifications.

6. Base Item No. 6 – Building Addition shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary to complete the work as shown on the drawings and specifications including all structural and architectural modifications to construct the building addition. Items also include interior and exterior building demolition, including the courtyard landscaping and concrete slab associated with the building addition.

3.3 OPTIONAL ITEMS

A. The following are option items for consideration in a price proposal and included at contract award only if found to be in the Government best interest and if funds are available. Except when it is determined in accordance with FAR 17.206(b) not to be in the Government’s best interest, the Government will evaluate offers for award Purpose by adding the total price for all options to the total price for the Requirements.

Evaluation of options will not obligate the Government to exercise the options. The Contracting Officer may exercise an option by written notice to the contractor within 180 calendar days after award. Any reference to optional bid items in the

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specifications or project plans are a reference to optional items in the Schedule of Items.

1. Optional Item No. 1 – Existing Toilet Room & Kitchenette Renovation +

Interior Build-Out of New Toilet Rooms shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary to complete the work as shown on the drawings and specifications to complete work in the new toilet rooms and renovate the existing toilet rooms and kitchenette. This includes the following:

a. Demolition and construction of architectural components.

b. Painting the north, east and south walls of Corridor 108

c. Finishing the interior build-out of Men 144 and Women 145 including gypsum board and finishes.

d. Removing plumbing fixture and associated connections.

e. Installing and connecting new fixtures and mechanical and electrical components.

f. Indoor air quality management and dust control associated with the work in this area.

2. Optional Item No. 2 – Replace Carpet in Existing Building

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price shown in the Schedule of Items shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary to complete the work as shown on the drawings and specifications to remove the existing carpet, pad and baseboard and install carpet and baseboard in the existing building.

3. Optional Item No. 3 – Reroofing Existing Building shall include all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals required to perform all operations necessary to complete the work as shown on the drawings and specifications to remove the existing roofing materials down to the existing roofing substrate and to remove the gutter and downspout system on the north, east and south elevations and install an asphalt shingle roofing system with a continuous ridge vent, including prefinished metal flashing, and gutter and downspout system, and remove and replace the existing gable vents and paint the existing gable siding.

4. Optional Item No. 4 – Security System

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shall include all mobilization/demobilization, materials, equipment, labor, and incidentals required for the installation of a security system including installing conduits and back boxes to the two existing rear doors and utilizing the conduit and back boxes installed under base item.

END OF SECTION 010250

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NORTHERN HILLS DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION 011000-1

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 011000

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The intent of the contract is to provide for the complete construction of the project as described in the contract. The project requires the contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, miscellaneous items, freight, delivery, and all necessary valid licenses and permits required to complete work identified in Division 1 specification, “Definition of Contract Items and Measurement and Payment.”

B. The Northern Hills District Office Renovation Project consists of one building: the Northern Hills Ranger Station office, constructing an addition and adjacent site work of the parking lot, sidewalks and accessible ramps. This project will upgrade the 24-year old Ranger Station Office to improve accessibility, security/safety/public service, energy efficiency, replace aging building/site components, and to match the architecture of the existing building.

C. This project is located in the community of Spearfish, South Dakota at the following address:

Northern Hills District Office 2014 North Main Street Spearfish, South Dakota 57783-2917

1.2 MEALS AND LODGING

A. Meals and lodging are commercially available in Spearfish.

1.3 FIELD VERIFICATION

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

1.4 PERMITS

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011000

NORTHERN HILLS DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION 011400-1

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST WORK RESTRICTIONS

SECTION 011400

WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1-GENERAL

1.1 USE OF PREMISES

A. Use of Site: Limit use of premises to work in areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limits: Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work.

2. Government Occupancy: Allow for Government occupancy of Project site.

Maintain areas for access and use by public visitors.

3. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and en-trances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's em-ployees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

a. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

B. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used fa-cilities without written permission from Government and authorities having jurisdic-tion.

1.2 GOVERNMENT'S OCCUPANCY REQUIREMENTS

A. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy site during construction peri-

od. The Government requires periodic access to building areas to access files and in-formation. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits.

B. Phasing: This project will require phased construction. The building addition shall be constructed first and noise and dust control must be provided to enable full function and occupancy of the existing building during the time of the building addition con-struction. During construction of the addition, office 116 will be temporarily modified to serve as access to the public. This will require a temporary entrance consisting of an exterior door and stairs. Upon completion of the addition, this temporary entrance must be removed and office 116 shall be restored to original condition. The building addition must be fully functioning prior to commencing work in the existing building.

Once the addition is complete, government will take occupancy of it. The second phase of construction will be the completion of the restroom, kitchen, and main corri-

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BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST WORK RESTRICTIONS

dor remodel. Noise and dust control must be provided to allow occupants to utilize surrounding space in the existing building as well as the building addition. The next two phases of construction will be the north and south wings of the existing building.

Contractor shall coordinate with building occupants and the CO to determine which wing will be first and which will be second. Construction for these two wings cannot occur from June through September. Noise and dust control must be provided to al-low occupants to utilize the opposite wing as well as the building addition during con-struction. If optional item is awarded, re-carpeting the existing building will require phased construction to accommodate occupants. Parking lot site work shall be ac-complished in a manner that minimizes disturbance to on-site occupants and as ap-proved by the Contracting Officer.

1.3 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the buildings or within 25 feet (8 m) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

B. Sanitary Facilities: Use of on-site Government sanitary facilities will be permitted as long as the facilities are kept in a clean and operable condition.

C. Overnight camping on the Site is not permitted.

1.4 CONTRACTOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES

A. The Contracting Officer will designate areas on the site for material storage, stockpil-ing, and temporary storage buildings. Confine storage of materials to areas as ap-proved 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.

PART 2- PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3- EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011400

NORTHERN HILLS DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION 011500-1

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 011500

HAZARDOUS MATERIALS REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes general administrative requirements and procedures in the event hazardous materials are discovered during the project.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS): Retain copies on site of all material safety data sheets for all applicable products, including but not limited to: paints, adhesives, mastics, solvents and finishes, etc. used during the construction work. Furnish copies of all MSDS’s to the Government upon request and include in the Project Record Document submittal.

B. Certification: Submit written certification that no asbestos-containing materials or hazardous materials have been used or incorporated in the new Work. Submit certification prior to Final Completion.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. No known asbestos containing materials are located in the building. Contractor is responsible for reviewing the existing construction documents of the original building at the project site and becoming familiar with any hazardous materials in the work areas.

1.4 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

A. If hazardous materials are discovered during the construction period; immediately notify the Contracting Officer. Abatement measures will be taken by the Government under separate contract. The Contractor shall coordinate sequencing and scheduling with that of the hazardous materials abatement work.

B. Hazard Communication Requirements: Comply with mandatory federal rules and regulations concerning Hazardous Communication, specifically for those regulations contained in 29 CFR 1910.1200 Hazard Communication.

1. Contractor working at sites under the control of the Government shall make available to the CO, upon request, copies of the Hazard Communication Pro-gram used by their firm. In addition to this requirement, all regulations to Multi-employer workplaces shall be adhered to. These regulations are found in 29 CFR 1910.1200, (e) (2) (i) through (e) (4) specifically:

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REQUIREMENTS

a. (e) (2) Multi-employer workplaces. Employers who produce, use or store hazardous chemicals at a workplace in such a way that employees of other employer(s) may be exposed (for example, employees of a construction contractor working on a site shall additionally ensure that the hazard communication programs developed and implemented under paragraph (e) include the following:

1) (3) (2) (i) The methods the employer will use to provide the other employer(s) with a copy of the material safety data sheet, or to make it available at a central location in the workplace, for each hazardous chemical the other employer(s)’ employees may be exposed to while working;

2) (e) (2) (ii) The methods the employer will use to inform the other employer(s) of any precautionary measures that need to be taken to protect employees during the workplace’s normal operating condi-tions and in foreseeable emergencies; and,

3) (e) (2) (iii) The methods the employer will use to inform the other employer(s) of the labeling system used in the workplace.

b. (e) (3) the employer may rely on an existing hazard communication pro-gram to comply with these requirements, provided that it meets the criteria established in this paragraph (e)

c. (e) (4) The employer shall make written hazard communication program available, upon request, to employees, their designated representatives, the Assistant Secretary and the Director, in accordance with the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200 (e).

2. The referenced regulations were excerpted from 29 CFR 1910.1200. This ex-cerpt shall not be relied upon for compliance with mandatory federal, state and local regulations. Comply with all such regulations and shall be solely liable for insuring that all requirements under applicable regulations are met.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS – (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION:

A. Stay alert to the possibility that the work may uncover asbestos base containing mate-rials, lead based paint, or other hazardous materials. If suspected materials are found, notify the CO and stop all work in the area immediately. If the suspected materials prove to contain asbestos, lead based paint or other hazardous materials the Govern-ment will arrange to have the materials abated in a timely manner.

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END OF SECTION 011500

NORTHERN HILLS DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION 011700-1

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST ACCIDENT PREVENTION

SECTION 011700

ACCIDENT PREVENTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

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

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention Plan: Before on-site work begins, submit a company approved accident prevention plan. This plan will be posted in the contract file. Design the plan to address Federal, State, and Local Occupational Safety and Health requirements that apply to this project. No progress payments will be processed until the plan is received. As a minimum the plan shall include:

1. Name, position title and contact information of company executive responsible for approving the Accident Prevention Plan.

2. Name and contact information of supervisor responsible to carry out the plan.

3. 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.

4. Contingency plans for emergency situations such as medical, fire, hazard material spills and other contract assessed hazard prevention and abatement requirement needs that apply to this project.

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.

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B. Qualifications of Employees:

1. Ensure employees are physically qualified to perform 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. Individually test newly hired operators by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

1.4 ACCIDENT 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 calendar days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the CO a CA-1 form, which may be obtained from CO.

B. All Other Accidents: 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

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

2.2 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS

A. 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

A. 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.

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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 the CO may attend. Use these meetings 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 plan. The CO will enter the results of the meetings into the government’s daily log.

3.5 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. Designate a hard hat area. Post the hard hat area 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 two 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

NORTHERN HILLS DISTRICT OFFICE RENOVATION 013100-1

BLACK HILLS NATIONAL FOREST PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND

COORDINATION

SECTION 013100

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes certain administrative provisions for managing and coordinating construction operations, including but not limited to the following:

1. General project coordination.

2. Conservation.

3. Conferences and meetings.

1.2 GENERAL PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Coordination of Trades: Coordinate construction operations included in the various sections of the Specifications to provide an efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different sections of the Specifications that depend on each other for proper installation, connection or operation.

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

2. Coordinate installation of different components to provide maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, testing and repair.

3. Accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Notification: Where necessary, prepare and distribute memoranda to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. When applicable, include notices, reports and meeting minutes as part of the memoranda.

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

1. Preparation of schedules.

2. Installation and removal of temporary facilities.

3. Delivery and processing of submittals.

4. Progress meetings.

5. Project closeout activities.

1.3 CONSERVATION

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

1.4 CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

A. Preconstruction Conference: The Contracting Officer shall schedule a preconstruction conference before starting construction at a time and place convenient to the Contractor.

Conference shall review responsibilities and personnel assignments.

1. Attendees: Participants at the conference shall be familiar with the project, shall be authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work, and shall minimally include representatives of the following parties:

a. Contracting Officer.

b. Contracting Officer’s Representative.

c. Contractor.

d. Major subcontractors.

e. Major suppliers.

f. Other concerned parties.

2. Agenda: Subjects for discussion shall include items of significance that could effect progress, including but not limited to the following:

a. Tentative construction schedule.

b. Critical work sequencing.

c. Designation of responsible personnel.

d. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders.

e. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

f. Distribution of Contract Documents.

g. Submittal of Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples.

h. Preparation of Record Documents.

i. Use of the premises.

j. Parking availability.

k. Office, work, and storage areas.

l. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

m. Safety procedures.

n. First aid.

o. Security.

p. Housekeeping and progress cleaning.

q. Working hours.

3. Reporting: No later than five (5) calendar days after the conference, the Contractor shall distribute minutes of the conference to each party present and to other concerned parties, including the Contracting Officer.

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B. Progress Meetings: The Contracting Officer's Representative shall conduct progress meetings at the Project Site at regular intervals. Dates of meetings shall be coordinated with preparation of the payment request.

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

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

a. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting. Determine where each activity is in relation to the Contractor's Construction Schedule, whether on time or ahead or behind schedule.

Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to insure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

b. Review the present and future needs of each entity present, including but not limited to the following:

1) Interface requirements.

2) Time.

3) Sequences of operations.

4) Status of submittals.

5) Deliveries.

6) Off-site fabrication.

7) Access.

8) Site utilization.

9) Temporary facilities and controls.

10) Hours of work.

11) Hazards and risks.

12) Housekeeping and progress cleaning.

13) Quality and work standards.

14) Change Orders.

15) Documentation of information for payment requests.

16) Updating of Record Documents.

3. Reporting: No later than five (5) calendar days after each meeting, the Contractor shall distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present and to other concerned parties, including the Contracting Officer. Include a brief summary, in narrative form, of progress since the previous meeting and report.

4. Schedule Updating: The Contractor shall revise the Contractor's Construction Schedule after each progress meeting where revisions to the schedule have been

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made or recognized. The revised schedule shall be issued concurrently with the report of each meeting.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Comply with the shop drawing requirements specified in Division 1 Section "Submittal Procedures."

B. Staff Names: Within 15 days of commencement of construction operations, submit a list of the Contractor’s principal staff assignments, including the superintendent and other personnel in attendance at the site; identify their duties and responsibilities; and their addresses and telephone numbers.

1. Post copies of the list in the Project meeting room, the temporary field office and each temporary telephone.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Prior to installations, require the installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed.

1. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

2. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

B. Construction in Progress: Keep construction in progress, and adjoining materials in place, clean during handling and installation. Apply protective coverings where required for protection from damage or deterioration.

C. Completed Construction: Clean completed construction, and provide maintenance, as frequently as necessary to prevent damage or soiling or other deterioration through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components as necessary to assure operability without damage.

D. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to prevent exposure of any part of construction, completed or in progress, to harmful, dangerous, damaging or otherwise deleterious conditions during the construction period. Such conditions include but are not limited to the following:

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1. Excessive static or dynamic loading.

2. Excessive internal or external pressures.

3. Excessively high or low temperatures.

4. Thermal shock.

5. Excessively high or low humidity.

6. Pollution and air contamination.

7. Water or ice.

8. Chemicals and solvents.

9. Light.

10. Radiation.

11. Puncture.

12. Abrasion.

13. Heavy traffic.

14. Soiling, staining, and corrosion.

15. Bacteria.

16. Rodent and inset infestation.

17. Combustion.

18. Electrical current.

19. High-speed operation.

20. Improper lubrication.

21. Unusual wear or other misuse.

22. Contact between incompatible materials.

23. Destructive testing.

24. Misalignment.

25. Excessive weathering.

26. Unprotected storage.

27. Improper shipping or handling.

28. Theft or vandalism.

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SECTION 013300

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1- GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submittals re-quired for the performance of the work. Submittals include action type and adminis-trative/informational submittals.

1. Action Submittals.

a. Product Data.

b. Shop Drawings.

c. Samples.

d. Request for Information (RFI).

e. Contractor quality control plan.

f. Construction indoor air quality plan.

g. Construction waste management plan.

2. Administrative/Informational Submittals.

a. Contractor’s construction schedule.

b. Accident prevention plan.

c. Submittal schedule.

d. Staff names and responsibilities.

e. Contractor’s quality control daily construction reports.

f. Construction progress schedules.

g. Permits, licenses, and certificates.

h. Applications for payment.

i. Performance and payment bond.

j. Insurance certificates.

k. List of subcontractors.

l. Test reports.

m. Field reports.

n. Manufacturer’s instructions.

B. See Division 1 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting Closeout Submittals, Warranties, Project Record Documents, Operation and Maintenance Manuals and “as built” drawings.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

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

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

C. Electronic Submittals: Where identified, transmit submittals in electronic (PDF) for-mat using Submittal Exchange, a website service designed specifically for transmitting submittals.

1. Electronic submittal process is not intended for color samples, color-charts, or physical material samples. For these items, submit actual items.

1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General: The following procedure requirements pertain to all submittals regardless of the method utilized for submission.

1. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents.

Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Docu-ments on submittals.

2. Contracting Officer will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's ap-proval stamp and will return them without action.

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

4. Processing Time: Allow enough time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

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

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

c. Allow 10 working days for processing each re-submittal.

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

B. Submittal Stamp: Electronic or ink stamp each submittal utilized for identification and including the following:

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.

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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.

C. Electronic Submittal Procedures: Where identified, utilize electronic submittal proce-dure. The full cost of Submittal Exchange project subscription is provided by the Government under separate contract.

1. Preparation of Submittals: Use any or all of the following options:

a. Subcontractors and Suppliers provide electronic (PDF) submittals to Gen-eral/Prime Contractor via the Submittal Exchange website.

b. Subcontractors and Suppliers provide paper submittals to General/Prime Contractor who electronically scans and converts to PDF format.

c. Subcontractors and Suppliers provide paper submittals to Scanning Ser-vice which electronically scans and converts to PDF format.

2. Before submitting submittals to the Contracting Officer, apply electronic ap-proval stamp certifying the submittal complies with the requirements of the Contract Documents including verification of manufacturer/product, dimen-sions, and coordination of information with other parts of the work.

3. Transmit each submittal to the Contracting Officer using the Submittal Ex-change website, www.submittalexchange.com.

4. Government review comments will be made available on the Submittal Ex-change website for downloading. General/Prime Contractor will receive email notice of completed review.

5. Distribution of reviewed submittals to subcontractors and suppliers is the re-sponsibility of the General/Prime Contractor. Use only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by Contracting Officer in connection with con-struction.

6. Submit two sets of paper copies of reviewed submittals at project closeout for record purposes in accordance with Division 01, “Closeout Procedures.”

7. Training: Training regarding use of the Submittal Exchange website and PDF submittals is provided from Submittal Exchange free of charge. Contact Sub-mittal Exchange at 1-800-714-0024.

8. Internet Service and Equipment Requirements

a. Email address and Internet access at Contractor’s main office.

b. Software: Adobe Acrobat (www.adobe.com), Bluebeam PDF Revu

(www.bluebeam.com), or other similar PDF review software for applying electronic stamps and comments.

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2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

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

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of con-struction and type of product or equipment. Submit product data through electronic submittal process.

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

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are ap-plicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

1. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

e. Wiring diagrams: Differentiate between manufacturer installed and field installed wiring. Show field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control wiring.

f. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

D. Samples: Submit three (3) sets of Samples. The CO will return one set marked with action taken. Samples include partial sections of manufactured or fabricated compo-nents, cuts or containers of materials, color range sets, and swatches showing color, texture and pattern.

1. Mount, display or package samples in the manner to facilitate review of qualities indicated. Include the following:

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a. Specification Section number and reference.

b. Generic description of the Sample.

c. Sample source.

d. Product name or name of the manufacturer.

e. Compliance with recognized standards.

f. Availability and delivery time.

2. Refer to Divisions 2 through 33 Sections for specific Sample requirements that illustrate workmanship, fabrication, techniques, details of assembly, connec-tions, operation…