BBDC_Shed_Roof_Additions_SPECS.pdf

U.S. FOREST SERVICE

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST REGION, REGION 5

SAN BERNARDINO NATIONAL FOREST

B.B.D.C. SHED ROOF ADDITIONS

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

March 2016

The requirements contained in these specifications are hereby made a part of this solicitation and any resultant contract

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Division 0: INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

00 01 10 Table of Contents

Division 1: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 00 40 Project Coordination

01 06 00 Regulatory Requirements

01 10 00 Summary of Work

01 30 00 Administrative Requirements

01 40 10 Quantity Measurement

01 42 16 Definitions and Reference Standards

01 43 39 Building Mock-Ups

01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls

01 60 00 Product Requirements

01 70 00 Execution and Closeout Requirements

01 74 19 Construction Waste Management

01 78 00 Closeout Submittals

01 90 00 Mobilization

Division 2: NOT USED

02 41 13 Selective Site Demolition

Divisions 3: CONCRETE

03 30 00 Concrete

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Divisions 4: MASONRY

04 20 00 Unit Masonry Assemblies

Division 5: METALS

05 50 00 Metal Fabrications

Division 6: WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry

06 16 53 Moisture Resistant Gypsum Board

06 17 53 Shop Fabricated Wood Trusses

Division 7: THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 21 00 Building Insulation

07 25 05 Building Weather Barriers

07 25 11 Self-Adhered Membrane Flashing

07 61 13 Metal Roofing

07 62 00 Sheet Metal Flashing

07 84 00 Firestopping Systems

07 90 05 Joint Sealers

Division 8: NOT USED

Division 9: FINISHES

09 21 16 Gypsum Board Assemblies

09 90 00 Painting

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Divisions 10 through 25: NOT USED

Division 26: ELECTRICAL

26 00 00 Electric Basic Requirements

26 05 09 Equipment Wiring

26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables

26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems

26 05 29 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems and Equipment

26 05 33 Raceways

26 05 34 Boxes

26 05 53 Identification for Electrical Systems

26 90 00 Contactors and Control Devices

26 27 26 Wiring Devices

26 51 00 Lighting

Division 27: NOT USED

Division 31: EARTHWORK

31 20 00 Earth Moving

31 50 00 Trenching and Backfilling

Division 32: EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 01 00 Exterior Site Improvements

32 11 00 Base Courses

32 13 13 Sitework Concrete

END OF SECTION

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

1. Indicate required installation sequences.

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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 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.

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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.

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REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS GENERAL

A. This section describes the codes and standards which apply to the work in this contract. Additional codes and standard may be cited in sections to which they apply.

1.2 CODES AND STANDARDS

A. The following codes and standards shall apply to the work in this contract:

1. The following are the Codes to be used for the project. The Contractor shall use the latest adopted building code. In the case of conflicting codes the most stringent Code shall apply.

a. National Electric Safety Code.

b. International Fire Code.

c. International Building Code.

d. Uniform Mechanical Code.

e. ASHRAE/IESNA Standard 90.1, Energy Standard For Buildings

Except Low Rise Residential Buildings.

f. Uniform Plumbing Code.

g. NFPA 101.

h. NFPA 13: Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems.

i. Cal/OSHA Construction and Electrical Safety Orders including updates.

j. Stormwater Management for Federal Facilities under Section 438 of the Energy Independence and Security Act to obtain a 2009- 0009-DWQ Construction general permit, Effective start July 1, 2010.

k. American with Disabilities Act and Architectural Barriers Act Accessibility Guidelines, July 3, 2004.

l. State of California Codes:

1) California Building Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 2 (First Printing) includes Supplements thru Jan 09.

2) California Existing Building Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 10 (First

Printing).

3) California Energy Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 6 (First Printing)‚ includes Supplements thru January 10.

4) California Administrative Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 1 (First

Printing)‚ includes Supplements thru Januarfy 10.

5) California Referenced Standards Code‚ Title 24‚ Part 12

(First Printing).

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6) California Administrative Code, Title 24, (First Printing) including Supplements thru January 10.

7) Construction General Permit, State Water Quality Board.

2. Other Federal Requirements:

a. National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA).

b. The Forest Service has been determined, by consensus, that no historic properties are located in the APE for the current undertaking. The Environmental Assessment Document was issued and a Decision Notice and Finding of No Significant Impact was filed.

c. EPA's Final Guidance on Environmentally Preferable Purchasing.

d. EPA's Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines for recovered content.

e. USDA's BioPreferred Program.

f. ENERGY STAR® & DOE Federal Energy Management Program

(FEMP)

g. Product Efficiency Recommendations.

h. Energy Policy Act of 2005 and the Energy Independence and

Security Act of 2007, Section 483, Storm water Requirements.

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

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Administrative Authority as used in the Uniform Mechanical Code, the Uniform

Plumbing Code and the National Electrical Code will be the Contracting Officer.

B. Building Official as used in the Uniform Fire Code, International Building Code Standards will be the Contracting Officer.

Not Used

Not Used

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SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

This project consists of the construction of new shed-roof additions to an existing building for the United States Department of Agriculture Forest Service as shown on the contract documents.

A. The work consists of constructing a new 234 square-foot shed- roof addition on the northwest corner and new 386 square-foot shed roof addition on the northeast corner of the north side of the existing Big Bear Discovery Center building located on the San Bernardino National Forest.

B. The work includes but shall not be limited to site preparation, limited existing demolition, concrete cutting, concrete installation, solid-grouted split-face CMU columns, structural steel, wood- frame roof construction, standing- seam metal roof assembly, roof accessories and flashing, 1-hour fire rated EIFS siding and ceiling, sheet metal, water-proofing, electrical systems, and lighting.

C. Exterior site improvements shall also be necessary for the construction of the shed roofs. This work includes but shall not be limited to selective demolition, excavation, pipe installation, catch basin installation, backfill, compaction, concrete reinforcement, and concrete installation.

1.2 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

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

1.3 BASIS OF PAYMENT

A. Payment: Payment will be made at the Contract price, as indicated in the

Schedule of Items, and will include full compensation for the work described in the Contract including all incidentals. Payment will be made under:

BASE BID

Pay Item (1) – “Mobilization – BASE BID Only.” Mobilization costs for the Base Bid pay items only. See Specifications Section 01 90 00, “Mobilization.”

Pay Item (2) – “North EAST Shed Roof Addition.” Includes the construction of the North East Shed Roof Addition as per these specifications and the drawings including all incidental work necessary for a complete shed roof system.

Includes, but is not limited to, site preparation, selective demolition, concrete cutting, concrete installation, solid-grouted split-face CMU columns, structural steel, wood- frame roof construction, standing- seam

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metal roof assembly, roof accessories and flashing, 1-hour fire rated EIFS siding and ceiling, sheet metal, water-proofing, electrical systems, and lighting.

Pay Item (3) – “North WEST Shed Roof Addition.” Includes the construction of the

North West Shed Roof Addition as per these specifications and the drawings including all incidental work necessary for a complete shed roof system. Includes, but is not limited to, site preparation, selective demolition, concrete cutting, concrete installation, solid-grouted split-face CMU columns, structural steel, wood- frame roof construction, standing- seam metal roof assembly, roof accessories and flashing, 1-hour fire rated EIFS siding and ceiling, sheet metal, water-proofing, electrical systems, and lighting.

Pay Item (4) – “Site Drainage Modifications – North WEST Building.” Includes all work (including incidentals) to furnish a complete functional drainage system on the Northwest corner of the facility as indicated on the Drawings including, but not limited to, selective demolition, excavation, pipe installation, catch basin installation, backfill, compaction, concrete reinforcement, and concrete installation. See Drawings and Specifications Section 32 01 00, “Exterior Site Improvements.”

OPTION BID

Pay Item (5) – “Mobilization – OPTION BID Only.” Additional Mobilization costs for the Option Bid pay items only. Will be awarded if any other Option Bid pay items are awarded. See Specifications Section 01 90 00, “Mobilization.”

Pay Item (6) – “Concrete Removal and Replacement – North EAST Building.”

Includes all work (including incidentals) to remove and replace the concrete sidewalk on the Northeast of the facility as indicated on the Drawings including, but not limited to, selective demolition, excavation, grading, compaction, concrete reinforcement, and concrete installation. See Drawings and Specifications Section 32 13 13, “Sitework Concrete.”

1.4 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. General: During the construction period the Contractor will have full access to all construction areas. The existing Visitor Center and office will continue to be used by USFS personnel and Visitor Center Staff. The existing north exits shall remain accessible for emergency access and egress throughout the course of construction.

Contractor storage areas are to be approved by the CO prior to the start of construction.

B. If overnight camping by the Contractor’s personnel is desired, it is to be requested and approved by the Contracting Officer prior to bid.

C. Provide access to and from site as required by law and by Government:

1. Emergency Building Exits During Construction: Keep all exits required by

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code open during construction period; provide temporary exit signs if exit routes are temporarily altered.

2. Do not obstruct roadways, sidewalks, or other public ways without permit.

D. Sanitation: Sanitation facilities are to be provided by Contractor.

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

Not Applicable

3.1 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.

B. Refer to Project Requirements for a list of requirements.

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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 – Alternates.

B. Section 01 40 00 – Quality Requirements.

C. Section 01 60 00 – Product Requirements.

D. Section 01 70 00 – Execution and Closeout Requirements:

coordination requirements.

Additional

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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2.1 SPECIFIED 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.

3.1 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Schedule a meeting immediately after notice to proceed:

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

2. 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.

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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.

9. Site access, traffic, and parking rules.

10. Office, work, and storage areas.

11. Working hours.

12. Application for payment procedures.

13. Procedures for testing and Inspection.

14. 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.

1. Section 02 40 00 – Demolition.

2. Section 03 30 00 – Concrete.

3. Section 07 21 00 – Thermal Insulation.

4. Section 07 25 05 – Building Wrap Weather Barriers

5. Section 07 25 00 – Self Adhered Membrane Flashing.

6. Section 07 41 13 – Metal Roof Panels.

7. Section 07 62 00 – Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim.

8. Section 07 84 00 – Firestopping.

9. Section 07 90 05 – Joint Sealers.

10. Section 09 06 02 – Gypsum Board Assemblies

11. Division 26 – Electrical Systems; including equipment seismic bracing.

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B. Attendance Required:

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.

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

6. 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.

g. Warranty requirements.

h. Substrate acceptability.

i. Governing regulations.

j. Inspecting and testing requirements.

k. Protection.

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7. 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 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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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: Digital Photo, 10 megapixel minimum on a DVD disk.

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. Photographs:

1. Delivery Medium: Via mail or hand delivery.

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 two to three (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.

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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.

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 two (2) color and pattern charts to Government for selection.

E. Submit following for each required submittal:

1. Two (2) copies for Government.

2. Two (2) copies as required for Maintenance manuals.

3. Two (2) as required by Contractor for distribution.

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

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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

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 three (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.

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 COMPONENTS

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.

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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.

2. Certificates.

3. Inspection and Test reports.

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

5. 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.

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2. Operation and maintenance data manuals.

3. Warranties.

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

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.

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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 (ten) 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.

1. Allow minimum 10 (ten) 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:

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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 (3) copies shall be submitted for approval.

C. Deferred Submittal Component Review:

1. COR 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.

C. 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.

D. 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 Architectural, Mechanical and Electrical Drawings.

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SECTION 01 40 10

QUANTITY MEASUREMENT

A. This work shall consist of providing quality control in conformance with the

Inspection of Construction provisions of this contract to ensure compliance with the drawings, specifications, and provisions of the contract, and measuring the quantities of completed work in conformance with the provisions of the applicable specifications. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tests, and reports necessary to meet the requirements of this specification.

1.2 RELATED WORK

A. The work shall be in accordance with the following subsidiary specifications. The subsidiary specifications are referred to in the text by the Section designation only.

1. Section 03 30 00 – Concrete.

2. Section 31 23 00 – Excavation and Fill.

3. Section 32 13 13 – Concrete Paving.

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No payment under this section.

B. Payment will be prorated on the percentage of work accomplished on the related pay item that meets specifications.

Not Used.

3.1 QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM AND QUANTITY MEASUREMENT

A. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a quality control system that will ensure that all services, supplies, and construction required under this contract

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Table Title conform to the contract requirements. The Contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, the sampling, inspection, and testing required to substantiate that all supplies, services, and construction conform to the contract requirements.

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

C. Quality Control Plan: The Contractor shall submit in writing the following:

1. Authorities and responsibilities of inspection and testing personnel.

2. Experience and qualifications of inspection and testing personnel to be assigned and name and location of any (for hire) testing facility to be used.

D. Approval of Quality Control Plan: The Contractor's proposed quality control plan for all items requiring quality control shall be submitted to the Engineer for review prior to the Contractor commencing work. Within five (5) days of receipt of plan, the Engineer shall notify the Contractor whether the plan adequately covers quality control requirements. Construction work shall not be performed prior to Contractor's receipt of written approval of the proposed plan. The Contractor shall submit to the Engineer, in writing, any proposed changes in the approved quality control plan. Proposed changes shall not be put into effect until approved in writing by the Engineer.

E. Sampling, Testing, Inspection, and Measurement of Quantities: The Contractor shall provide and maintain appropriate measuring and testing devices, equipment, and supplies to accomplish the required measurement, testing, and inspection in a timely manner. Tests, measurements, and certifications shall be made as required by the drawings and specifications. The Contractor shall take samples and perform inspections and tests necessary to achieve the quality of construction required by the contract and make required measurements of work under this contract performed onsite or offsite. Sampling and testing frequency for specific items shall be shown on the Drawings, Specifications or in the table below.

Item

Subsection

Certification or Test Required

Cert. or Test By

Required Test

Frequency

02201 02201,3.06 Compaction CC F 3

02201 02201,3.06 Compaction PE D 1 per material type

02220 02220,3.03B Compaction CC F 7

02220 02220,3.03B Compaction PE D 1 per material type

02550 02550,3.07 Surface and Thickness CC 2

02550 02550,3.04 Compaction PE F 2

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Item

Subsection

Certification or Test Required

Cert. or Test By

Required Test

Frequency

02550 02550,1.01 Job Mix Formula SC 1 per source

03300 03300,1.04 Cert. of Agg. Gradation and Design Mix SC 1 per proposed mix design

03300 03300,3.7D Test Cylinders CC 3 per truck

03300 03300,3.7F Slump Test CC 1 per truck

03300 03300,3.7F Air Entrainment Test CC 1 per truck

03300 03300,3.7G Batch Cert. SC 1 per truck

07210 07210,3.4A Quality Insulation Installation HERS CA Title 24 Prior to closing-in.

Notes: Key to “Cert. Or Test By:”

SC: Certification by supplier or manufacturer CC: Certification and/or testing by contractor PE: Sampling and testing under the direction of and certified by a registered Engineer or certified lab.

Key to “Required Test:”

D: Maximum density and optimum moisture content.

F: Field density and moisture content. If there is no entry under this column, refer to the parent specification to determine the test(s) required. Field density tests shall be performed in the presence of the Contracting Officer and at locations agreed upon with the Contracting Officer.

Where “random sample” is specified in this table, it is to be a statistically random sample.

3.2 RECORDS OF INSPECTION, TESTS, AND MEASUREMENT

A. Inspection and Tests: The Contractor shall maintain current records of all inspections and tests performed.

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

Project Contract No.

Pay Item No. Test Date Station Standard Results Test By (Initials)

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

B. As-built Drawings: The Contractor shall maintain a set of the contract drawings depicting as-built conditions. These drawings shall be maintained in a current condition and shall be available for review. All variations from contract drawings shall be indicated in red on the drawings. Upon completion of the contract work, as-built drawings shall be submitted to the Engineer.

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3.3 CERTIFICATIONS AND MEASUREMENTS

A. Off-site Produced Materials: The Contractor shall furnish certificates executed by the manufacturer, supplier, or vendor, stipulating that all offsite produced materials incorporated into the work meet the applicable requirements shown on the Drawings or stated in the specifications. Incidental purchases needed to remedy minor shortages of material shall be certified by the Contractor.

B. Quantity Measurements: The Contractor shall make all measurements for computation of quantities for all work items except those specified for payment by Designed Quantity (DQ). The Contractor shall compute the quantities for periodic progress payments; the Engineer will compute the quantities for the final payment based on measurements taken by the contractor. All Contractor measurements are subject to verification. The Contractor shall submit all field notes, calculation sheets, and other data used to determine quantities. The Contractor shall certify in writing as to the accuracy of the measurements and computations submitted.

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

Project Contract No.

Quantity or Measured By Pay Item No. Date Station Measurement (Initials)

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DEFINITIONS AND REFERENCE STANDARDS

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section supplements the definitions contained in the General Conditions.

B. Other definitions are included in individual specification sections.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Approved: When used in conjunction with Contracting Officers Representative

(COR’s) action on Contractor’s submittals, applications, and requests, is limited to COR’s duties and responsibilities as stated in Conditions of Contract.

B. Building and Regulatory Codes: See Prospectus.

C. Contracting Officer (CO) and COR: Representative of the Government or their designee.

D. Coordinate: The term “coordinate” means satisfactorily combine the work of all trades for a complete and operating installation.

E. Directed: Terms such as “directed,” “requested,” “authorized,” “selected,” approved,” “required,” and “permitted” mean directed by CO, and/or requested by

CO.

F. Concealed, Exterior Installations: Concealed from view and protected from weather conditions and physical contact by building occupants, but subject to outdoor ambient temperatures. Examples include installations within unheated shelters.

G. Concealed, Interior Installations: Concealed from view and protected from physical contact by building occupants. Examples include above ceilings and in duct shafts.

H. Exposed, Interior Installations: Exposed to view indoors. Examples include finished occupied spaces and mechanical equipment rooms.

I. Exposed, Exterior Installations: Exposed to view outdoors, or subject to outdoor ambient temperatures and weather conditions. Examples include rooftop locations.

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J. Finished Spaces: Spaces other than mechanical and electrical equipment rooms, furred spaces, pipe and duct shafts, unheated spaces immediately below roof, spaces above ceilings, unexcavated spaces, crawl spaces, and tunnels.

K. Furnish: Means to supply and deliver to Project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation, and similar operations.

L. Indicated:

1. Refers to graphic representations, notes, or schedules in Drawings; or to other paragraphs or schedules in Specifications and similar requirements in Contract Documents.

2. Terms such as “shown,” “noted,” “scheduled,” and “specified” are used to help user locate reference. Location is not limited.

M. Install: Describes operations at Project…