Rincon Barracks Specs.pdf

U.S. FOREST SERVICE

NORTH PACIFIC PROVINCE

REGION 5

RINCON BARRACKS

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

May, 2010

Angeles National Forest

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SPECIFICATION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

00 30 00 REPORTS AND SURVEYS

01 10 00 SUMMARY OF WORK

01 00 40 COORDINATION

01 06 00 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

01 23 00 OPTIONS

01 30 00 ADMINSTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

01 35 20 INDOOR AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT

01 35 25 DEFERRED SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

01 40 10 QUANTITY MEASUREMENTS

01 42 16 DEFINITIONS AND REFERENCE STANDARDS

01 43 39 BUILDING MOCKUP

01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

01 70 00 EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

01 78 00 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

01 84 19 ACOUSTICAL PERFORMANCE REQUIRMENTS

01 90 00 MOBILIZATION

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

03 30 00 CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY-NOT USED

DIVISION 05 - METALS

05 50 00 METAL FABRICATIONS

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY

06 17 53 SHOP-FABRICATED WOOD TRUSSES

06 18 00 STRUCTURAL GLUED-LAMINATED CONSTRUCTION

06 20 00 FINISH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 11 50 BITUMINOUS DAMPROOFING

07 21 00 BUILDING INSULATION

07 25 05 BUILDING WRAP WEATHER BARRIERS

07 25 11 SELF-ADHERED MEMBRANE FLASHING

07 46 46 FIBER CEMENT SIDING

07 61 13 METAL ROOFING

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07 62 00 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

07 70 00 ROOF ACCESSORIES

07 84 00 FIRESTOPPING

07 90 05 JOINT SEALERS

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

08 14 00 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

08 31 00 ACCESS DOORS AND PANELS

08 51 61 VINYL WINDOWS

08 62 50 TUBULAR SKYLIGHTS

08 71 00 DOOR HARDWARE

08 80 00 GLAZING

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

09 21 16 GYPSUM BOARD ASSEMBLIES

09 30 00 TILING

09 60 50 RESILIENT FLOORING

09 68 00 CARPET

09 90 00 PAINTING AND COATING

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 16 00 SIGNAGE

10 20 00 LOUVERS

10 21 13 TOILET COMPARTMENTS

10 28 00 TOILET, BATH AND LAUNDRY ACCESSORIES

10 52 00 FIRE PROTECTION SPECIALTIES

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 31 00 RESIDENTIAL APPLIANCES

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 35 30 RESIDENTIAL CASEWORK

12 36 61 SOLID SURFACING COUNTERTOPS

12 49 10 HORIZONTAL LOUVER BLINDS

DIVISIONS 13-20-NOT USED

DIVISION 21 – FIRE PROTECTION

21 10 00 FIRE SPRINKLERS

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 01 00 BASIC PLUMBLING REQUIREMENTS

22 11 14 LIQUIFIED PETROLEUM GAS SYSTEM

22 13 13 GRAVITY SEWER LINES

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DIVISION 23 – MECHANICAL

23 01 00 BASIC MECHANICAL REQUIREMENTS

23 05 00 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

23 50 00 HEATING VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 00 00 ELECTRICAL GENERAL PROVISIONS

26 05 00 ELECTRICAL BASIC MATERIALS AND METHODS

26 24 00 SERVICE AND DISTRIBUTION

26 50 00 LIGHTING

DIVISION 27- COMMUNICATIONS

27 00 00 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS (See Appendix)

27 41 30 CABLE TELEVISION DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

DIVISION 28- ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 13 00 ACCESS CONTROL

28 31 00 FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS

DIVISION 31 – EARTHWORK

31 23 00 EXCAVATION AND FILL

31 23 16 EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING AND COMPACTION FOR UTILITIES

31 23 17 TRENCHING

31 25 00 EROSION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 12 16 ASPHALT PAVING

32 13 13 CONCRETE PAVING

32 12 19 FIRE HYDRANTS

32 17 26 TRUNCATED DOME MATS

32 31 13 CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

DIVISION 33 – UTILITIES

33 11 16 SITE WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION PIPING

33 12 16 WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION VALVES

33 12 19 HYDRANTS

33 13 00 DISINFECTING OF WATER UTILITY DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS

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SECTION 00 31 00

REPORTS AND SURVEYS

PART ONE GENERAL

1.1 SITE MAP

A. A copy of a pdf site map with respect to the project site is available for viewing:

1. Date: 2010

2. Prepared by: Forest Service Engineering Staff

B. This survey identifies grade elevations prepared primarily for the use of Contractor in establishing new grades and identifying natural water shed.

C. The Forest Service takes no responsibility for the accuracy of this survey document. The Contractor shall verify and correct all data prior to construction.

1.3 TREE CONDITIONS SURVEY

A. Existing Site Trees.

1. If construction will occur around an existing tree within 10 feet outside the drip line, the

Contractor shall notify the CO. FS personnel will provide guidelines for tree protection.

1. If a tree is proposed to be removed, notify the CO. The FS will determine if the tree can be removed, relocated or requires further determinations.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 00 40

PROJECT COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE

A. This Section specifies administrative and supervisory requirements necessary for

Project coordination including, but not necessarily limited to:

1. Coordination.

2. Contractor's personnel.

3. General installation provisions.

4. Cleaning and protection.

1.2 COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction activities included under various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different Sections of the Specifications that are dependent upon each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Where installation of one part of the Work is dependent on installation of other components, either before or after its own installation, schedule construction activities in the sequence required to obtain the best results.

2. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to assure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service and repair.

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

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

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare and submit coordination Drawings where close and careful coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated off-site by separate entities, and where limited space availability

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necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

1. Indicate required installation sequences.

2. Comply with requirements contained in Section "01 30 00 Administrative

Requirements."

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

Not Applicable

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL INSTALLATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which Work is to be performed.

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

B. Manufacturer's Instructions: Comply with manufacturer's installation instructions and recommendations, to the extent that those instructions and recommendations are more explicit or stringent than requirements contained in Contract Documents.

C. Inspect materials or equipment immediately upon delivery and again prior to installation. Reject damaged and defective items.

D. Provide attachment and connection devices and methods necessary for securing

Work. Secure Work true to line and level. Allow for expansion and building movement.

E. Visual Effects: Provide uniform joint widths in exposed Work. Arrange joints in exposed Work to obtain the best visual effect. Refer questionable choices to the

Contracting Officer for final decision.

F. Recheck measurements and dimensions, before starting each installation.

G. Install each component during weather conditions and Project status that will ensure the best possible results. Isolate each part of the completed construction from incompatible material as necessary to prevent deterioration.

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

I. Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, install individual

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components at standard mounting heights recognized within the industry for the particular application indicated. Refer questionable mounting height decisions to the Contracting Officer for final decision.

3.2 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

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

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

END OF SECTION 01 00 40

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SECTION 01 60 00

PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. General product requirements.

B. Transportation, handling, storage and protection.

C. Product option requirements.

D. Substitution limitations and procedures.

E. Spare parts and maintenance materials.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements: Product quality monitoring.

1.3 REFERENCES

A. GreenSeal GS-36 - Commercial Adhesives; Green Seal, Inc.; 2000.

B. SCAQMD 1168 - South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule No.1168;

current edition; www.aqmd.gov.

1.4 DEFINITIONS

A. Products: Items purchased for incorporation in Work.

1. Term “product” includes terms “material,“ ”equipment,” “system,” and terms of similar intent.

2. “Named Products” are items identified by manufacturer’s product name, including make or model number or other designation, listed in manufacturer’s published product literature.

B. Materials: Products shaped, cut, worked, mixed, finished, refined or otherwise fabricated, processed, or installed to form a part of Work.

C. Equipment: Product with operational parts, whether motorized or manually operated, that requires service connections, such as wiring or piping.

1.5 SUBMITTALS

A. Proposed Products List: Submit list of major products proposed for use, with name of manufacturer, trade name, and model number of each product.

1. Submit with Response to Request for Proposal..

2. For products specified only by reference standards, list applicable reference standards.

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

C. Shop Drawing Submittals: Prepared specifically for this Project; indicate utility and

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

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

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

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitations: Provide products of same kind from a single source to fullest extent possible.

B. Compatibility of Products: When given option of selecting products, Contractor is responsible for providing products and construction methods that are compatible with previously selected products and construction methods, or products specified to with those selected products to be compatible.

1.7 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver, store, and handle products according to manufacturer’s recommendations.

B. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at site.

C. Coordinate delivery with installation time to assure minimum holding time for items that are flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft, or other losses.

D. Deliver products to site in an undamaged condition in manufacturer’s original sealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

E. Inspect products upon delivery to ensure compliance with Contract Documents and to ensure that products are undamaged and properly protected.

F. Store products at site in a manner that will facilitate inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units.

G. Store products subject to damage by weather above ground, under cover in a weather tight enclosure, and with ventilation adequate to prevent condensation. Maintain temperature and humidity within range required by manufacturer’s instructions.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 NEW PRODUCTS

A. Product Substitutions: Where products or manufacturers are named and accompanied by term equal, approved, or approved equal, comply with Product Substitution

Procedures to obtain approval of an unnamed product.

B. Specified Standards, Codes, and Regulations: Where compliance with an imposed code, standard, or regulation is specified, provide a product that complies with that code, standard, or regulation

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C. Visual Matching: Where matching a sample, COR’s decision will be final on whether a proposed product matches satisfactorily.

D. Visual Selection: Where product requirements include phrase “. . as selected from manufacturer’s standard colors, patterns, textures, .. “ or a similar phrase, Design

Team will select color, pattern, and texture from product line selected that complies with other specified requirements.

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

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

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

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

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

2. Have longer documented life span under normal use.

3. Result in less construction waste.

4. Are made of vegetable materials that are rapidly renewable.

G. Motors: Refer to Section 22 05 13, NEMA MG 1 Type. Specific motor type is specified in individual specification sections.

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

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

2.2 PRODUCT OPTIONS

A. Specified Standards, Codes, and Regulations: Where compliance with an imposed code, standard, or regulation is specified, provide a product that complies with that code, standard, or regulation.

B. Inappropriate Product Selections:

1. If Contractor believes specified product, method, or system is inappropriate for use, Contractor to notify CO before performing Work in question.

2. If notice of objection is not received prior to delivery to site, it will be assumed by the Government that Contractor agrees specified products, methods, and systems are appropriate for use in Project.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION OF PRODUCTS

A. Comply with manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for installation of products in applications indicated.

1. Anchor each product securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other Work.

2. Clean exposed surfaces and protect as necessary from damage and deterioration.

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3.2 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

A. Definitions

1. Substitutions: Contractor proposals for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction required by Contract Documents made after award of Contract are not to be considered to be requests for substitution unless the product is unavailable.

2. Following are not considered to be requests for substitution:

a. Revisions to Contract Documents requested by CO.

b. Specified options of products and construction methods included in

Contract Documents.

c. Contractor’s determination of and compliance with regulations and orders issued by governing authorities.

B. Contractor's Responsibilities

1. Contractor’s responsibilities for substitution requests made after award of

Contract are as follows:

a. Provide same guarantee for accepted substitutions as for products specified.

b. Make changes in, and coordinate, Work as may be required to incorporate and install accepted substitutions.

c. Waive claims for additional costs which subsequently become apparent which are related to substitutions.

D. All requests for substitutions shall be submitted 10 working days prior to submittals for the Response to Proposals. Comply with requirements specified in this section.

E. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Documents.

F. Equality of different materials or products shall be determined by methods set forth in this Section.

1. No product or material shall be arbitrarily presumed to be "equal" without having first been so judged by appropriate procedures.

2. Provide comparison chart itemizing specified parts or components of specified and proposed substitutions.

3. Comparative analysis to be evaluated by CO approving substitution. CO will be judge of acceptability of any proposed substitution and decision is final.

4. A request for substitution constitutes a representation that the submitter:

a. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product.

b. Will provide the same warranty as for the specified product.

c. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other Work that may be required for the Work to be complete with no additional cost to the

Government.

d. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension that may subsequently become apparent.

I. Substitutions will not be considered when they are indicated or implied on shop

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drawing or product data submittals, without separate written request, or when acceptance will require revision to the Contract Documents. It is intended that substitutions are not permitted.

J. Substitution Submittal Procedure:

1. Submit three copies of request for substitution for consideration. Limit each request to one proposed substitution on CSI Substitution Request Form.

2. Submit shop drawings, product data, and certified test results attesting to the proposed product equivalence. Burden of proof is on proposer.

3. The CO will notify Contractor in writing of decision to accept or reject request.

4. CO will be sole judge of acceptability of any proposed substitution.

3.3 SUBSTITUTIONS REQUESTED AFTER AWARD OF CONTRACT

A. CO will receive and consider Contractor’s request for substitution after award of

Contract when one or more of following conditions are satisfied, as determined by

CO. If following conditions are not met, CO will return requests without action except to record noncompliance with these requirements.

1. Specified product cannot be provided within Contract time. CO will not consider request of products that cannot be provided as a result of failure to pursue product promptly or coordinate activities properly.

2. Specified product cannot receive necessary approval by a governing authority, and requested substitution can be approved.

3. Specified product cannot be coordinated with other materials and Contractor certifies that proposed substitution can be coordinated.

4. Specified product cannot provide required warranty and Contractor certifies that proposed substitution provides warranty.

5. Requested substitution offers Government a substantial advantage in cost, time, or other considerations.

C. Contractor’s submittal and CO’s acceptance of Shop Drawings, Product Data, or

Samples for construction activities not complying with Contract Documents do not constitute an acceptable or valid request for substitution, nor do they constitute approval.

3.4 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

A. Coordinate schedule of product delivery to designated prepared areas in order to minimize site storage time and potential damage to stored materials. Transport and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Designate receiving/storage areas for incoming products so that they are delivered according to installation schedule and placed convenient to work area in order to minimize waste due to excessive materials handling and misapplication.

C. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to prevent condensation and degradation of products. Maintain temperature and humidity within range required by manufacturer's instructions.

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SECTION 01 10 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

1.01 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. This project consists of a new Barracks for the United States Department of Agriculture

Forest Service as shown on the contract documents prepared by Hilliard-Lau Architects, Inc, modified by Region 5

B. The work consists of a new 1-story wood-framed building constructed at the Rincon Site located on the Angeles National Forest.

C. The Work includes concrete, structural steel, waterproofing, wood frame construction, standing seam metal roofing, roof accessories, horizontal metal siding, sheet metal, exterior hollow metal doors and frames, interior solid core wood doors and frames, vinyl windows, hardware, glazing, interior finishes, appliances, furniture, plumbing, heating-ventilating-air conditioning, electrical systems, lighting, and communication systems.

D. Interior finishing and related construction, include interior partitions and permanent doors, and mechanical and electrical installations.

E. The work shall conform to the specifications and the Contract Drawings identified on the following index of drawings:

Cover Sheet

T1.0 Title Sheet

A2.1 Floor Plan

A2.4 Reflected Ceiling Plan

A2.6 Roof Plan

A3.1 Exterior Elevations

A3.2 Building Sections and Wall Sections

A5.1 Interior Elevations

A8.1 Exterior and Roof Details

A8.2 Window Schedule and Details

A9.1 Door & Finish Schedules, Ceiling & Misc. Details

A9.2 Casework Schedule & Details

S1.0 Structural General Notes

S2.1 Foundation Plan

S3.1 Roof Framing Plan

S3.2 Roof Framing Details

S4.0 Typical Framing Details and Schedules

M1.0 Mechanical Plan

P1.0 Plumbing Cover Sheet

P2.1 Plumbing Plan

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P3.1 Plumbing Details

E1.0 Schedules, Schematics & Notes

E2.1 Lighting, Power, and Telephone Plans

E2.2 Power Plan

1.02 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

A. Units: There will be no separate measurement for individual items of work done under this

Contract.

1.03 BASIS OF PAYMENT:

A. Payment: Payment will be made at the Contract price, as indicated in the Bid Schedule, and will include full compensation for the work described in the Contract. Payment will be made under:

Pay Item Pay Unit

01 MOBILIZATION Lump Sum

02 BARRACKS Lump Sum

1.04 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. General: During the construction period the Contractor will have full use of the barracks site for construction operations. The Contractor's use of the premises is limited to the barracks site and adjacent areas agreed upon by the Contracting Officer for storage of equipment and materials. No overnight camping by the Contractor’s personnel will be allowed.

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

C. Utilities: Water is available and may be used by the Contractor’s personnel. Electrical power is available at the construction site.

D. While performing the work the Contractor shall take reasonable precautions to protect adjacent properties from damage. The Contractor at no additional cost to the Government shall restore any damage or injury caused by the Contractor in the course of this work.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS Not Applicable

3.01 REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES

A. All work performed shall comply with health, safety and fire codes, OSHA regulations, and/or applicable regulations established by local, county and state codes.

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SECTION 01 30 00

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Preconstruction meeting

B. Pre-Installation Conferences

C. Progress meetings

D. Request for Information (RFI)

E. Progress photographs

F. Coordination drawings

G. Submittals for review, information, and project closeout

H. Number of copies of submittals

I. Submittal procedures

J. Layout of work

K. Field engineering

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 01 23 00 - Options

B. Section 01 40 00 - Quality Requirements

C. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements

D. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Additional coordination requirements

E. Section 01 78 00 - Closeout Submittals: Project record documents

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Coordination Drawings: Show relationship and integration of different construction elements that require careful coordination during fabrication or installation to fit in space provided or to function as intended.

B. Product Data: Printed information, such as manufacturer’s installation instructions, catalog cuts, standard color charts, roughing-in diagrams and templates, standard wiring diagrams, and performance curves.

C. Samples: Partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components, cuts or containers of material, color range sets, and swatches showing color, texture, and pattern.

D. Field samples: Full-sized physical examples erected on-site to illustrate finishes, coatings, or finish materials to establish standard which The Work will be judged.

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E. Mockups: Full-size assemblies for review of construction, coordination, testing, or operation; they are not Samples that will be used to establish standard by which the Work will be judged.

F- Contracting Officer (CO) and/or Contracting Officers Representative (COR):

Representative of the Government or his/her designee.

1.4 PROJECT COORDINATION

A. Cooperate with the CO in allocation of mobilization areas of site; for field offices and sheds, for access, traffic, and parking facilities.

B. Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of The Work.

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

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

3. Coordinate storage or staging areas for all trades.

C. During construction, coordinate use of site and facilities through the CO.

D. Comply with CO’s procedures for intra-project communications; submittals, reports and records, schedules, coordination drawings, and recommendations; and resolution of ambiguities and conflicts.

E. Comply with instructions of the CO’s for use of temporary utilities and construction facilities.

F. Administrative Procedures:

1. Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and assure orderly progress of Work.

2. Administrative activities include, but are not limited to:

a. Preparation of Schedules.

b. Installation of temporary facilities.

c. Delivery and processing of submittals.

d. Progress meetings.

e. Project closeout activities.

G. Make the following types of submittals to Contracting Officer.

1. Requests for interpretation.

2. Requests for substitution.

3. Shop drawings, product data, and samples.

4. Test and inspection reports.

5. Design data.

6. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

7. Applications for payment and change order requests.

8. Progress schedules.

9. Coordination drawings.

10. Closeout submittals.

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H. Staff Names: Within 15 days of commencement of construction operations, submit a list of

Contractor’s principal staff assignments, including superintendent and other personnel involved in daily Project activities to the CO.

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

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

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SPECIFICED PRODUCTS

A. The specifications included in this prospectus are intended to provide an understanding of the quality of workmanship, performance and materials to be incorporated into the project.

The specification sections provided are not all inclusive of the work to be performed on the project. If other materials and means and methods of construction are proposed, documentation per this Specification section will provided to the CO for review prior to the installation and/or use of these materials. In all cases for all products the specification execution section and manufactures installation requirements shall be strictly adhered to in addition to ASTM and industry standards.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Schedule a meeting immediately after notice to proceed.

. Schedule meeting at a time convenient to Government, but not later than 10 days after

Notice to Proceed.

1. Hold conference at Project site or other convenient location.

B. Attendance Required:

1. General Contractor.

2. Major Design Team Consultants.

3. Major Subcontractors.

4. Commissioning Agents.

5. Manufacturers deemed necessary by Government.

C. Agenda:

1. Distribution of Contract Documents.

2. Confirm list of all Designated Design and Deferred Submittal items.

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

4. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Government and Contractor including emergency off-hour contacts.

5. Routing of correspondence.

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

7. Scheduling including critical work sequencing.

8. Security and housekeeping procedures.

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a. Site access, traffic, and parking rules.

b. Office, work, and storage areas.

c. Working hours.

9. Application for payment procedures.

10. Procedures for testing and Inspection.

11. Procedures for maintaining record documents.

a. Contractor to record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with one copy to CO via email for distribution.

3.2 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCES

A. Conduct Pre-Installation Conference before each activity that requires coordination with other construction activities. Specification Sections requiring Pre-Installation Conferences include but are not limited to:

1. 07 25 00 - Self Adhered Membrane Flashing.

2. 08 50 00 - Windows

3. 07 46 46 – Fiber Cement Siding

B. Attendance Required:

1. General Contractor.

2. Major Design Team Consultants

3. Major Subcontractors.

4. Manufacturers deemed necessary by Government.

5. Other Representative Consultant(s), dependent on work being performed.

6. Manufacturer's representative, if required by manufacturer or these specifications.

C. Notifications:

1. Notify attendees of scheduled Conference a minimum of 7 calendar days in advance of the conference.

D. Agenda:

1. Submission of list of Subcontractors, list of Products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

2. Designation of personnel representing the parties in Contract, Government and the

Contractor.

3. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, and substitutions.

4. Scheduling including preparation for activities of other trades.

6. Review progress of time schedules, manufacturer's preparation and installation recommendations, safety requirements, weather limitations, substrate acceptability, compatibility problems, and inspection and testing requirements.

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

a. Contract Documents and related Change Orders.

b. Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Quality Control Samples.

c. Mockups.

d. Possible conflicts or compatibility problems.

e. Weather limitations.

f. Manufacturer’s preparation and installation recommendations.

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g. Warranty requirements.

h. Substrate acceptability.

i. Governing regulations.

j. Inspecting and testing requirements.

k. Protection.

8. Contractor to record significant discussions, agreements, and disagreements of each conference. It is recommended that this meeting be held either preceding or following a Progress Meeting.

a. Distribute meeting record to concerned parties, including the Government, within 72 hours after meeting.

E. Do not proceed with installation if conference cannot be successfully concluded.

1. Initiate whatever actions are necessary to resolve impediments to performance of

Work and reconvene conference at earliest feasible date.

3.3 PROGRESS MEETINGS DURING DESIGN

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work during the design period.

1. Schedule in person meetings at twice a month at the Angeles Supervisors office.

2. Schedule video conference meetings for a minimum of two hours every week.

B. Make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings.

C. Attendance Required:

2. Major Design Team Consultants.

D. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work

3. Discussion of issues, and decisions.

4. Identification of issues which impede planned progress.

5. Maintenance of progress schedule.

6. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

7. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

8. Coordination of projected progress.

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

10. Other business relating to Work.

E. Contractor to record minutes and distribute copies within three days after meeting to participants.

3.3 PROGRESS MEETINGS DURING DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the Work at maximum bi-monthly intervals.

B. Make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings.

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C. Attendance Required:

2. Major Design Team Consultants.

3. Major Subcontractors.

4. Manufacturers deemed necessary by Government.

D. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of Work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems which impede planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.

7. Maintenance of progress schedule.

8. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

9. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

10. Coordination of projected progress.

11. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

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

13. Other business relating to Work.

E. Record minutes and distribute copies within three days after meeting to participants.

3.4 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION

A. When field conditions or contents of Contract Documents require clarification or verification by Government, following procedure is required:

1. Present item or items requiring clarification /verification at Progress Meeting for discussion. (For critical or emergency items, contact CO at once.)

2. If it is determined by the COR that item or items do not require written RFI’s, then clarification/verification determination shall be in Progress Meeting Report.

3. If it is determined by the CO that item or items do require written RFI submittal, prepare each RFI on a form approved by Government. Design

Clarification/Variation Request (DCVR) and other forms are unacceptable.

4. Number RFI's sequentially from "001".

5. Record each RFI in a log, identifying each by RFI-#, subject, date submitted, date of response, and disposition. Update and distribute log at project meetings.

6. Provide a proposed solution to the RFI.

7. Government shall respond to submitted RFI's within ten working days calendar days in space provided on RFI form.

B. Route and copy RFI's in same manner as correspondence.

C. Agreement regarding clarification/verification for RFI's acceptable to both parties cannot be reached, see General Conditions for procedures to resolve conflict.

3.5 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Within 10 days after date of the Agreement, submit preliminary schedule defining planned operations for the first 60 days of Work, with a general outline for remainder of Work.

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

1. Include written certification that major contractors have reviewed and accepted proposed schedule.

C. Submit updated schedule with each Application for Payment.

3.6 PROGRESS PHOTOGRAPHS

A. Submit photographs with each application for payment, taken not more than 3 days prior to submission of application for payment.

B. Photography Type: 35 mm, provide negatives and CD disc.

C. Provide photographs of site and construction throughout progress of Work.

D. In addition to periodic, recurring views, take photographs of each of the following events:

1. Foundations in progress and upon completion.

2. Structural framing in progress and upon completion.

3. Enclosure of building, upon completion.

4. Final completion, minimum of ten (10) photos.

E. Views:

1. Provide non-aerial photographs from four cardinal views at each specified time, until Date of Substantial Completion.

2. Provide factual presentation.

3. Provide correct exposure and focus, high resolution, and maximum depth of field.

F. Digital Photographs: 24 bit color, minimum resolution of 1024 by 768, in JPG format;

provide files unaltered by photo editing software.

1. Delivery Medium: Via email.

2. File Naming: Include project identification, date and time of view, and view identification.

3. PDF File: Assemble all photos into printable pages in PDF format, with 2 to 3 photos per page, each photo labeled with file name; one PDF file per submittal.

4. Hard Copy: Printed hardcopy (grayscale) of PDF file and point of view sketch.

3.7 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Provide information required by Contractor and/or CO for preparation of coordination drawings.

B. Prepare coordination drawings where coordination is needed for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities.

1. Prepare coordination drawings where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

C. Review drawings prior to submission to Government.

3.8 PRODUCT DATA

A. Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each element of construction or system.

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B. Mark each copy to show applicable choices and options. Where printed Product Data includes information on several products that are not required or proposed for the Work, clearly mark copies to indicate applicable information for the project.

C. Include following information:

1. Manufacturer’s printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

4. Performance characteristics and capacities.

5. Notation of dimensions verified by field measurement.

6. Required clearances, wiring and piping diagrams, and controls.

7. Manufacturer's standard schematic drawings and diagrams, modified as required to suit Project requirements.

8. Notation of coordination requirements.

D. Colors and Patterns:

1. Except where specific color and pattern is indicated in Contract Documents, and whenever a choice of color or pattern is available in specified products, submit 2 color and pattern charts to Government for selection.

E. Submit following for each required submittal:

1. 2 copies for Government.

2. 2 copies as required for Maintenance manuals.

3. 2 as required by Contractor for distribution.

F. Government will retain 2 copies and return remainder, marked with action taken and corrections or modifications required, to Contractor for distribution.

1. Contractor to retain number of copies required for maintenance manuals.

2. Do not permit use of unmarked copies of Product Data in connection with construction.

3.9 SAMPLES

A. Submit Samples for review of size, kind, color, pattern, and texture, and to illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of Product.

B. Where variation in color, pattern, or texture, or other characteristic is inherent in material or product represented, submit at least 3 multiple units that show approximate limits of variations, or number of units indicated in individual specification Sections.

C. Field Samples: Full-size examples erected on-site to illustrate finishes, coatings, or finish materials and to establish Project standard.

3.10 QUALITY ASSURANCE SUBMITTALS

A. Submit quality control submittals, including:

1. Design data

2. Certifications

3. Manufacturer’s instructions

4. Manufacturer’s field reports

5. Other quality control submittals required under individual Technical Specifications of Project Manual.

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B. Certifications: Where individual Technical Specifications Sections of Project Manual require certification that a product, material, or installation complies with specified requirements, submit a notarized certification from manufacturer certifying compliance with specified requirements.

3.11 DESIGN DRAWINGS: DEFERRED SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Make design Drawings accurately to a scale sufficiently large to show pertinent aspects of item and its method of connection to Work.

B. Provide structural calculation stamped by structural engineer registered in California.

C. Submit all required information to the appropriate jurisdiction for approval if a deferred submittal.

3.12 SUBMITTALS FOR REVIEW

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

1. Product data.

a. Catalog Data: Each separate catalog brochure or page submitted shall have the identification shown. Catalog of brochures submitted containing multiple items for approval need have only cover identification. In such cases the identification shall include page and catalog item numbers.

2. Shop drawings.

3. Samples for selection.

4. Samples for verification.

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

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

D. After review, provide copies and distribute in accordance with Contract Specifications.

E. No work shall begin until shops drawings and submittals are approved.

3.13 SUBMITTALS FOR INFORMATION

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

1. Design data including stamped submittals if required.

3. Certificates.

4. Inspection and Test reports.

5. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports if applicable.

6. Other types of information indicated in the Contract documents.

B. Submit for Contracting Officers Representative knowledge as contract administrator.

3.14 SUBMITTALS FOR PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. When the following are specified in individual sections, submit them at project closeout for Government benefit:

1. Project record documents.

2. Operation and maintenance data manuals.

3. Warranties.

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4. Bonds.

5. Other types as indicated.

3.15 NUMBER OF COPIES OF SUBMITTALS

A. Documents for Review:

1. Small Size Sheets, Not Larger Than 8-1/2 x 11 inches: Submit three copies; the

Contractor shall make his own copies from original returned by the CO.

2. Larger Sheets, Not Larger Than 24 x 36 inches: Submit one reproducible transparency and one opaque reproduction.

B. Documents for Information: Submit three copies.

C. Documents for Project Closeout: Make one reproduction of submittal originally reviewed.

Submit one extra of submittals for information.

D. Samples: Submit the number specified in individual specification sections; two of which will be retained by Government.

1. After review, produce duplicates.

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

E. Copies will be returned, marked with CO’s action taken and corrections or modifications required, to Contractor for reproduction and distribution.

1. Do not permit use of unmarked Shop Drawings in connection with construction.

3.16 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Transmit each submittal with approved form.

1. Government will not accept submittals received from sources other than

Contractor.

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

a. Retain numbering system throughout revisions with addition of sequential letters for each revision to initial submittal.

3. Submit items pertaining to only one Specification Section in each submittal.

B. Apply Contractors stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of Products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction Work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the Work and Contract Documents.

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

D. For each submittal for review, allow 10 working days excluding delivery time to and from the Contractor to the CO or business address.

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

F. Provide space for Contractor and Government review stamps.

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

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

I. Submittal log:

1. Maintain an accurate submittal log for duration of Work, showing current status of submittals at all times.

2. Make log available to Government for review upon request.

3.17 CO’S ACTION

A. Except for submittals for record or information, where action and return is required, CO will review each submittal, mark to indicated action taken, and return to Contractor.

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1. Allow minimum 10 working days for CO’s review of each submittal following receipt of submittal.

B. Action Stamp: Contractor will stamp each submittal with an action stamp, for marking by

COR to indicate action taken, as follows:

1. NO EXCEPTION TAKEN:

a. Final Unrestricted Release: Work covered by submittal may proceed provided it complies with requirements of Contract Documents.

b. Final payment depends on that compliance.

2. MAKE CORRECTIONS NOTED:

a. Final-But-Restricted Release: Work covered by submittal may proceed provided it complies with corrections on submittal and requirements of

Contract Documents.

b. Final payment depends on that compliance.

3. REVISE AND RESUBMIT:

a. Returned for Resubmittal: Do not proceed with Work covered by submittal, including purchasing, fabrication, delivery, or other activity.

b. Revise or prepare a new submittal according to notations and resubmit.

Repeat as necessary to obtain a mark releasing submittal.

c. Do not use, or allow others to use, submittals marked REVISE AND

RESUBMIT, at Project site or elsewhere where Work is in progress.

4. REJECTED:

a. Rejected from use: Work or product covered may NOT proceed or be used.

5. SUBMIT SPECIFIED ITEM:

a. Item reject for use: Not a specified product, Contractor to submit specified product.

6. Other Action: Where a submittal is for information or record purposes or special processing or other activity, CO will return submittal marked RECORD

DOCUMENT.

7. Resubmittal: When a resubmittal is required, one print so indicating will be returned to the Contractor. After revision of the original, a new reproducible and three copies shall be submitted for approval.

C. DEFERRED SUBMITTAL COMPONENT REVIEW:

1. CO will stamp submittal after it has been reviewed by Contractor.

2. Actions as specified under Action Stamp apply in addition to the following:

a. REVIEWED FOR COMPATIBILITY WITH THE DESIGN OF THE

BUILDING.

b. REVIEWED TO DETERMINE WHETHER SYSTEMS, MATERIALS OR

EQUIPMENT ARE DESIGNED IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE

PERFORMANCE AND DESIGN CRITERIA AND THE DESIGN

CONCEPT EXPRESSED IN THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS.

D. Unsolicited Submittals: CO will return unsolicited submittals to sender without action.

3.18 LAYOUT OF WORK

A. Survey and verify conditions of project site for Government provided site survey

1. Government does not guarantee this survey.

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B. Record existing conditions prior to construction for comparison with Contract Documents.

1. Report conflicts to CO prior to start of Work.

2. Contractor will provide revisions to Contract Documents or issue instructions to deal with conflicts.

3. Be responsible for remedying conflicts which could have been prevented by timely reviews of existing conditions.

3.19 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Engineering Services:

1. Provide field engineering services as required for construction.

B. New Control Points

1. Verify existing control points established by Government site survey.

a. The Government does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy of these points.

2. If used Contractor to further establish, improve and protect as necessary.

B. Existing Control Points established or improved by Contractor:

1. Protect control points prior to starting Work, and preserve permanent reference points during construction.

2. Report to CO when any reference point is lost or destroyed, or requires relocation because of necessary changes in grades or locations.

C. Verification:

1. Verify dimensions of new and existing Work.

a. If field measurements differ slightly from Drawings, modify to accommodate. If field measurements differ significantly, notify CO prior to commencing Work.

2. Coordinate locations of openings through floors, roofs and walls with

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