Atch 3_Specifications 2025Jan17.pdf

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USDA APHIS PPQ MAB Rehabilitate Aircraft Hangar

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)

Plant Protection Quarantine (PPQ) Moore Air Base (MAB)

22675 N. Moorefield Road

Edinburg, Texas 78541

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OWNER

U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Animal and Plant Health Inspection

Service (APHIS)

Plant Protection Quarantine (PPQ)

Moore Air Base (MAB)

22675 N. Moorefield Road

Edinburg, Texas 78541

ARCHITECT/ENGINEER

Cushing Terrell

316 W. 12th St., Ste. 300

Austin, TX 78701

512.271.2788

Project Manager: John Sheehan

Rehabilitate Aircraft Hangar USDAAPHIS_MAB

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

NOT APPLICABLE

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

SECTION 012500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

SECTION 013233 - PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 013516 - ALTERATION PROJECT PROCEDURES

SECTION 014000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 014200 - REFERENCES

SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 016000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 017300 - EXECUTION

SECTION 017419 - CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

SECTION 017700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

SECTION 017823 - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

SECTION 017839 - PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

SECTION 017900 - DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

SECTION 024119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

SECTION 024296 - HISTORIC REMOVAL AND DISMANTLING

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

SECTION 030130 - MAINTENANCE OF CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

SECTION 032000 - CONCRETE REINFORCING

SECTION 033000 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

DIVISION 05 - METALS

SECTION 051200 - STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

SECTION 051213 - ARCHITECTURALLY EXPOSED STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

SECTION 054000 - COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING

SECTION 055000 - METAL FABRICATIONS

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DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

SECTION 064116 - PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 072100 - THERMAL INSULATION

SECTION 078413 - PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

SECTION 078443 - JOINT FIRESTOPPING

SECTION 079200 - JOINT SEALANTS

SECTION 079219 - ACOUSTICAL JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

SECTION 081113 - HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

SECTION 085123.13 - HOT-ROLLED STEEL WINDOWS

SECTION 087111 - DOOR HARDWARE (DESCRIPTIVE SPECIFICATION)

SECTION 088000 - GLAZING

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

SECTION 090190.52 - MAINTENANCE REPAINTING

SECTION 092216 - NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING

SECTION 092900 - GYPSUM BOARD

SECTION 093013 - CERAMIC TILING

SECTION 095123 - ACOUSTICAL TILE CEILINGS

SECTION 096513 - RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

SECTION 096519 - RESILIENT TILE FLOORING

SECTION 099113 - EXTERIOR PAINTING

SECTION 099123 - INTERIOR PAINTING

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

SECTION 101423.16 - ROOM-IDENTIFICATION PANEL SIGNAGE

SECTION 105113 - METAL LOCKERS

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

SECTION 123661.19 - QUARTZ AGGLOMERATE COUNTERTOPS

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

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SECTION 133419 - METAL BUILDING SYSTEMS

DIVISION 14 - CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

SECTION 211313 - FIRE SPRINKLER SYSTEM

SECTION 211320 - FOAM FIRE EXTINGUISHING FOR AIRCRAFT HANGARS

SECTION 213213 - ELECTRIC-DRIVE, HORIZONTAL CENTRIFUGAL FIRE PUMPS

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

SECTION 220500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

SECTION 220523 - GENERAL-DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

SECTION 220529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

SECTION 220553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

SECTION 220719 - PLUMBING PIPING INSULATION

SECTION 221116 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

SECTION 221119 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES

SECTION 221316 - SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING

SECTION 221319 - SANITARY WASTE PIPING SPECIALTIES

SECTION 221319.13 - SANITARY DRAINS

SECTION 221323 - SANITYARY WASTE INTERCEPTORS

SECTION 221513 - GENERAL-SERVICE COMPRESSED-AIR PIPING

SECTION 223300 - ELECTRIC, DOMESTIC-WATER HEATERS

SECTION 224200 - COMMERCIAL PLUMBING FIXTURES

SECTION 224700 - DRINKING FOUNTAINS AND WATER COOLERS

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING (HVAC)

SECTION 230500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

SECTION 230529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

SECTION 230593 - TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

SECTION 230713 - DUCT INSULATION

SECTION 230719 - HVAC PIPING INSULATION

SECTION 232113 - HYDRONIC PIPING

SECTION 232300 - REFRIGERANT PIPING

SECTION 233113 - METAL DUCTS

SECTION 233300 - AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES

SECTION 233346 - FLEXIBLE DUCTS

SECTION 233416 - CENTRIFUGAL HVAC FANS

SECTION 233439 - HIGH-VOLUME, LOW-SPEED FANS

SECTION 233723 - HVAC GRAVITY VENTILATORS

SECTION 238126 - SPLIT-SYSTEM AIR-CONDITIONERS

SECTION 238129 - VARIABLE-REFRIGERANT-FLOW HVAC SYSTEMS

SECTION 238323 - RADIANT-HEATING ELECTRIC PANELS

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DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

SECTION 260300 - ELECTRICAL DEMOLITION / REMODEL

SECTION 260500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

SECTION 260519 - LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

SECTION 260526 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 260529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 260533 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 260553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

SECTION 260923 - LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES

SECTION 262200 - LOW-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

SECTION 262413 - SWITCHBOARDS

SECTION 262416 - PANELBOARDS

SECTION 262713 - ELECTRICITY METERING

SECTION 262726 - WIRING DEVICES

SECTION 262813 - FUSES

SECTION 262816 - ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

SECTION 262913 - ENCLOSED CONTROLLERS

SECTION 265119 - LED INTERIOR LIGHTING

SECTION 265219 - EMERGENCY AND EXIT LIGHTING

SECTION 265619 - LED EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

SECTION 270000 - COMMUNICATIONS GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 270500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

SECTION 283100.1 - ADDRESSABLE FIRE ALARM SYSTEM

SECTION 283100.2 - FOAM RELEASING SYSTEM

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

SECTION 311000 - SITE CLEARING

SECTION 312000 - EARTH MOVING

SECTION 312319 - DEWATERING

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

SECTION 321216 - ASPHALT PAVING

SECTION 321313 - CONCRETE PAVING

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

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SECTION 330500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR UTILITIES

SECTION 331415 - SITE WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPING

SECTION 334200 - STORMWATER CONVEYANCE

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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Phased construction.

4. Work performed by Owner.

5. Owner-furnished/Contractor-installed (OFCI) products.

6. Owner-furnished/Owner-installed (OFOI) products.

7. Contractor's use of site and premises.

8. Coordination with occupants.

9. Specification and Drawing conventions.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 015000 "Temporary Facilities and Controls" for limitations and procedures governing temporary use of Owner's facilities.

2. Section 017300 "Execution" for coordination of Owner-installed products.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Work Package: A group of specifications, drawings, and schedules prepared by the design team to describe a portion of the Project Work for pricing, permitting, and construction.

1.4 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: Rehabilitate Aircraft Hangar.

1. Project Location: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection Quarantine (PPQ) Moore Air Base (MAB), 22675 N. Moorefield Road, Edinburg, Texas 78541.

B. Owner (Government): U.S. Department of Agriculture.

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1. Contracting Officere: Jim Roloff; james.g.roloff@usda.gov.

1.5 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of Project is defined by the Contract Documents and includes, but is not limited to, the following:

1. Interior, exterior, and structrual repairs of the existing hangar. Replace exterior window frames, man doors, and exterior metal siding. Condition the following spaces: break room, offices, locker room, restrooms, and avionics room. Update heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. Update area for building code compliance and ABA requirements. Ensure compliance with USDA space use requirements DR-1630-003. Add fire suppression throughout the building, including the lean-to/shed area and the main area of the hangar. Repair and paint the interior surfaces of the exterior wall and structural components. Repair and paint all interior surfaces of the interior roof structure. Add four large air circulating fans with individual controls. Conduct maintenance on bearings and racks of the main hangar rolling doors. The existing hangar was constructed between 1941 and 1943 during WW2 as part of the Army Air Training Command facilities, based on a prototype designated "Demountable Hangar, DH-1" believed to be designed by Del E. Webb construction company for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The hangar is approximately 22,000 SF with a ceiling height of roughly 30 feet. The existing hangar building represents a unique moment in American history that conveys historical, architectural, and cultural value.

B. Type of Contract:

1. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.6 PHASED CONSTRUCTION

A. Construct the Work in phases, with each phase substantially complete as indicated on Drawings and summarized below.

1. Phase 1: Structural repairs to the the existing structure, new exterior envelope including doors, windows, and siding, relocation of existing exterior lighting and installation of new egress lighting as required by code, new interior doors, reinstallation of existing surface-mounted equipment, outlets, and lighting, removal of existing surface mounted fire alarm system components, removal of all existing HVAC equipment on exterior of building, repair and modification of slab-on-grade to support systems installed in next phase..

2. Phase 2: New interior fit-out of shop and office spaces in shed, relocation of existing communications, relocation of existing maintenance equipment, provision of electrical, power, and data to support existing hangar maintenance and shop equipment, new HVAC system installation including new exterior equipment, new fire suppression system in shed, and new fire alarm system in shed.

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3. Phase 3: Perform the remaining Work. The remaining Work shall be substantially complete at time of Substantial Completion of the Work.

B. Before commencing Work of each phase, submit an updated copy of Contractor's construction schedule, showing the sequence, commencement and completion dates, and move-out and -in dates of Owner's personnel for all phases of the Work.

1.7 WORK PERFORMED BY OWNER

A. Cooperate fully with Owner, so work may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying Work under this Contract or work by Owner. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed by Owner.

B. Concurrent Work: Owner will perform the following construction operations at Project site. Those operations will be conducted simultaneously with Work under this Contract.

1. Government will remove a trailer currently located inside the hangar before construction starts.

1.8 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

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

1. Limits: Limit site disturbance, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to 40 feet beyond building perimeter; 15 feet beyond surface walkways, patios, surface parking, and utilities; and 25 feet beyond constructed areas with permeable surfaces that require additional staging areas to limit compaction in the constructed areas.

2. Driveways, Walkways and Entrances: Keep driveways loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or for storage of materials.

a. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

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

B. Condition of Existing Grounds: Maintain portions of existing grounds, landscaping, and hardscaping affected by construction operations throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

1.9 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations. These conventions are as follows:

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1. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

2. Text Color: Text used in the Specifications, including units of measure, manufacturer and product names, and other text may appear in multiple colors or underlined as part of a hyperlink; no emphasis is implied by text with these characteristics.

3. Hypertext: Text used in the Specifications may contain hyperlinks. Hyperlinks may allow for access to linked information that is not residing in the Specifications. Unless otherwise indicated, linked information is not part of the Contract Documents.

4. Specification requirements are to be performed by Contractor unless specifically stated otherwise.

B. Division 01 General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 01 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

C. Drawing Coordination: Requirements for materials and products identified on Drawings are described in detail in the Specifications. One or more of the following are used on Drawings to identify materials and products:

1. Terminology: Materials and products are identified by the typical generic terms used in the individual Specifications Sections.

2. Abbreviations: Materials and products are identified by abbreviations scheduled on Drawings and published as part of the U.S. National CAD Standard.

3. Keynoting: Materials and products are identified by reference keynotes referencing Specification Section numbers found in this Project Manual.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 012500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 016000 "Product Requirements" for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those required by the Contract Documents.

1. Substitutions for Cause: Changes proposed by Contractor that are required due to changed Project conditions, such as unavailability of product, regulatory changes, or unavailability of required warranty terms.

2. Substitutions for Convenience: Changes proposed by Contractor or Owner that are not required to meet other Project requirements but may offer advantage to Contractor or Owner.

1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Substitution Requests: Submit documentation identifying product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Substitution Request Form: Use form acceptable to Contracting Officer.

2. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

a. Statement indicating why specified product or fabrication or installation method cannot be provided, if applicable.

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b. Coordination of information, including a list of changes or revisions needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

c. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitutions with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable Specification Section. Significant qualities may include attributes, such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

d. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

e. Samples, where applicable or requested.

f. Certificates and qualification data, where applicable or requested.

g. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for

Project, from ICC-ES.

h. Detailed comparison of Contractor's construction schedule using proposed substitutions with products specified for the Work, including effect on the overall Contract Time. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating date of receipt of purchase order, lack of availability, or delays in delivery.

i. Cost information, including a proposal of change, if any, in the Contract Sum.

j. Contractor's certification that proposed substitution complies with requirements in the Contract Documents, except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials and is appropriate for applications indicated.

3. Contracting Officer's Action: If necessary, Contracting Officer will request additional information or documentation for evaluation within seven days of receipt of a request for substitution. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of acceptance or rejection of proposed substitution within 15 days of receipt of request, or seven days of receipt of additional information or documentation, whichever is later.

a. Forms of Acceptance: Change Order, Construction Change Directive, or Architect's Supplemental Instructions for minor changes in the Work.

b. Use product specified if Contracting Officer does not issue a decision on use of a proposed substitution within time allocated.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Substitutions: Investigate and document compatibility of proposed substitution with related products and materials. Engage a qualified testing agency to perform compatibility tests recommended by manufacturers.

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1.6 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected work as necessary to integrate work of the approved substitutions.

1.7 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Substitutions for Cause: Submit requests for substitution immediately on discovery of need for change, but not later than 15 days prior to time required for preparation and review of related submittals.

1. Conditions: Contracting Officer will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Contracting Officer will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

a. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

b. Requested substitution provides sustainable design characteristics that specified product provided.

c. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

d. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule.

e. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

f. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the

Work.

g. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

h. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 013233 - PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Preconstruction photographs.

2. Concealed Work photographs.

3. Periodic construction photographs.

4. Final Completion construction photographs.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 017700 "Closeout Procedures" for submitting photographic documentation as Project Record Documents at Project closeout.

2. Section 017900 "Demonstration and Training" for submitting video recordings of demonstration of equipment and training of Owner's personnel.

3. Section 024119 "Selective Demolition" for photographic documentation before selective demolition operations commence.

1.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Digital Photographs: Submit image files within three days of taking photographs.

1. Submit photos by uploading to web-based Project management software site.

Include copy of key plan indicating each photograph's location and direction.

1.3 FORMATS AND MEDIA

A. Digital Photographs: Provide color images in JPG format, produced by a digital camera with minimum sensor size of 12 megapixels, and at an image resolution of not less than 3200 by 2400 pixels. Use flash in low light levels or backlit conditions.

B. Digital Images: Submit digital media as originally recorded in the digital camera, without alteration, manipulation, editing, or modifications using image-editing software.

C. Metadata: Record accurate date and time and GPS location data from camera.

D. File Names: Name media files with date and sequential numbering suffix.

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1.4 CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS

A. General: Take photographs with maximum depth of field and in focus. Contractor shall ensure documentation photographs are clear quality photographs that accurately represent the area photographed.

B. Preconstruction Photographs: Before commencement of the Work, take photographs of Project site and surrounding properties, including existing items to remain during construction, from different vantage points, as directed by Contracting Officer.

C. Concealed Work Photographs: Before proceeding with installing work that will conceal other work, take photographs sufficient in number, with annotated descriptions, to record nature and location of concealed Work, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Underground utilities.

2. Underslab services.

3. Piping.

4. Electrical conduit.

5. Waterproofing and weather-resistant barriers.

D. Periodic Construction Photographs: Take 20 photographs weekly. Select vantage points to show status of construction and progress since last photographs were taken.

E. Final Completion Construction Photographs: Take 50 photographs after date of Substantial Completion for submission as Project Record Documents. Contracting Officer will inform photographer of desired vantage points.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Submittal schedule requirements.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 013233 "Photographic Documentation" for submitting preconstruction photographs, periodic construction photographs, and Final Completion construction photographs.

2. Section 014000 "Quality Requirements" for submitting test and inspection reports, and schedule of tests and inspections.

3. Section 017700 "Closeout Procedures" for submitting closeout submittals and maintenance material submittals.

4. Section 017823 "Operation and Maintenance Data" for submitting operation and maintenance manuals.

5. Section 017839 "Project Record Documents" for submitting record Drawings, record Specifications, and record Product Data.

6. Section 017900 "Demonstration and Training" for submitting video recordings of demonstration of equipment and training of Owner's personnel.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require Contracting Officer's responsive action. Action submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "action submittals."

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require Contracting Officer's responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements. Informational submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "informational submittals."

1.3 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE

A. Submittal Schedule: Submit, as an action submittal, a list of submittals, arranged in chronological order by dates required by construction schedule. Include time required for review, ordering, manufacturing, fabrication, and delivery when establishing dates.

Include additional time required for making corrections or revisions to submittals noted by Contracting Officer and additional time for handling and reviewing submittals required by those corrections.

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1. Coordinate submittal schedule with list of subcontracts, the schedule of values, and Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Initial Submittal Schedule: Submit concurrently with startup construction schedule. Include submittals required during the first 60 days of construction. List those submittals required to maintain orderly progress of the Work and those required early because of long lead time for manufacture or fabrication.

3. Final Submittal Schedule: Submit concurrently with the first complete submittal of Contractor's construction schedule.

a. Submit revised submittal schedule as required to reflect changes in current status and timing for submittals.

4. Format: Arrange the following information in a tabular format:

a. Scheduled date for first submittal.

b. Specification Section number and title.

c. Submittal Category: Action; informational.

d. Description of the Work covered.

e. Scheduled date for Contracting Officer's final release or approval.

1.4 SUBMITTAL FORMATS

A. Submittal Information: Include the following information in each submittal:

1. Project name.

2. Date.

3. Name of Contracting Officer.

4. Name of Contractor.

5. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

6. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

7. Unique submittal number, including revision identifier. Include Specification

Section number with sequential alphanumeric identifier and alphanumeric suffix for resubmittals.

8. Category and type of submittal.

9. Submittal purpose and description.

10. Number and title of Specification Section, with paragraph number and generic name for each of multiple items.

11. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

12. Indication of full or partial submittal.

13. Location(s) where product is to be installed, as appropriate.

14. Other necessary identification.

15. Remarks.

16. Signature of transmitter.

B. Options: Identify options requiring selection by Contracting Officer.

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C. Deviations and Additional Information: On each submittal, clearly indicate deviations from requirements in the Contract Documents, including minor variations and limitations; include relevant additional information and revisions, other than those requested by Contracting Officer on previous submittals. Indicate by highlighting on each submittal or noting on attached separate sheet.

D. Paper Submittals:

1. Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal item for identification;

include name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

2. Provide a space approximately 6 by 8 inches on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by Contracting Officer.

3. Action Submittals: Submit three paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated. Contracting Officer will return two copies.

4. Informational Submittals: Submit two paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated. Contracting Officer will not return copies.

5. Transmittal for Submittals: Assemble each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling. Transmit each submittal using transmittal form.

E. Electronic Submittals: Prepare submittals as PDF package, incorporating complete information into each PDF file. Name PDF file with submittal number.

F. Submittals Utilizing Web-Based Project Software: Prepare submittals as PDF files or other format indicated by Project management software.

1.5 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

1. Email: Prepare submittals as PDF package and transmit to Contracting Officer by sending via email. Include PDF transmittal form. Include information in email subject line as requested by Contracting Officer.

a. Contracting Officer will return annotated file. Annotate and retain one copy of file as a digital Project Record Document file.

2. Web-Based Project Management Software: Prepare submittals in PDF form, and upload to web-based Project management software website. Enter required data in web-based software site to fully identify submittal.

3. Paper: Prepare submittals in paper form and deliver to Contracting Officer.

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

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

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2. Submit all submittal items required for each Specification Section concurrently unless partial submittals for portions of the Work are indicated on approved submittal schedule.

3. Submit action submittals and informational submittals required by the same Specification Section as separate packages under separate transmittals.

4. Coordinate transmittal of submittals for related parts of the Work specified in different Sections, so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

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

C. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on Contracting Officer's receipt of submittal, except that submittals recieved after 2 p.m. EDT/EST shall be considered as received on the next business day. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Contracting Officer will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Resubmittal Review: Allow 15 days for review of each resubmittal.

D. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block, and clearly indicate extent of revision.

3. Resubmit submittals until they are marked with approval notation from

Contracting Officer's action stamp.

E. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

F. Use for Construction: Retain complete copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from Contracting Officer's action stamp.

1.6 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

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

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

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

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Testing by recognized testing agency.

f. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

g. Notation of coordination requirements.

h. Availability and delivery time information.

4. For equipment, include the following in addition to the above, as applicable:

a. Wiring diagrams that show factory-installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Operational range diagrams.

d. Clearances required to other construction, if not indicated on accompanying

Shop Drawings.

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

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Identification of products.

b. Schedules.

c. Compliance with specified standards.

d. Notation of coordination requirements.

e. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

f. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

g. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Paper Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size Drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches, but no larger than 30 by 42 inches.

C. Samples: Submit Samples for review of type, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other materials.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components, such as accessories together in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Permanently attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

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a. Project name and submittal number.

b. Generic description of Sample.

c. Product name and name of manufacturer.

d. Sample source.

e. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

f. Specification paragraph number and generic name of each item.

3. Email Transmittal: Provide PDF transmittal. Include digital image file illustrating Sample characteristics and identification information for record.

4. Web-Based Project Management Software: Prepare submittals in PDF form, and upload to web-based Project software website. Enter required data in web-based software site to fully identify submittal.

5. Paper Transmittal: Include paper transmittal, including complete submittal information indicated.

6. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality-control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity.

Sample sets may be used to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time of use.

b. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as Owner's property, are the property of Contractor.

7. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units, showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set(s) of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's product line. Contracting Officer will return submittal with options selected.

8. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples. Contracting Officer will retain two Sample sets; remainder will be returned. Mark up and retain one returned Sample set as a project record Sample.

1) If variation in color, pattern, texture, or other characteristic is inherent in material or product represented by a Sample, submit at least three sets of paired units that show approximate limits of variations.

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D. Product Schedule: As required in individual Specification Sections, prepare a written summary indicating types of products required for the Work and their intended location.

Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Type of product. Include unique identifier for each product indicated in the Contract Documents or assigned by Contractor if none is indicated.

2. Manufacturer and product name, and model number if applicable.

3. Number and name of room or space.

4. Location within room or space.

E. Design Data: Prepare and submit written and graphic information indicating compliance with indicated performance and design criteria in individual Specification Sections. Include list of assumptions and summary of loads. Include load diagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for calculations.

Number each page of submittal.

F. Certificates:

1. Certificates and Certifications Submittals: Submit a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity. Provide a notarized signature where indicated.

2. Installer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead, certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

3. Manufacturer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead, certifying that manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required.

4. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of AWS B2.1/B2.1M on AWS forms. Include names of firms and personnel certified.

G. Test and Research Reports:

1. Compatibility Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for substrate preparation and primers required.

2. Field Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

3. Material Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

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4. Preconstruction Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract Documents.

5. Product Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating that current product produced by manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

6. Research Reports: Submit written evidence, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effect for Project. Include the following information:

a. Name of evaluation organization.

b. Date of evaluation.

c. Time period when report is in effect.

d. Product and manufacturers' names.

e. Description of product.

f. Test procedures and results.

g. Limitations of use.

1.7 DELEGATED DESIGN SERVICES

A. Performance and Design Criteria: Where professional design services or certifications by a design professional are specifically required of Contractor by the Contract Documents, provide products and systems complying with specific performance and design criteria indicated.

1. If criteria indicated are insufficient to perform services or certification required, submit a written request for additional information to Contracting Officer.

B. Delegated Design Services Certification: In addition to Shop Drawings, Product Data, and other required submittals, submit digitally signed PDF file paper copies of certificate, signed and sealed by the responsible design professional, for each product and system specifically assigned to Contractor to be designed or certified by a design professional.

1. Indicate that products and systems comply with performance and design criteria in the Contract Documents. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing these services.

1.8 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Action Submittals and Informational Submittals: Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to Contracting Officer.

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B. Contractor's Approval: Indicate Contractor's approval for each submittal with a uniform approval stamp or indication in web-based Project management software. Include name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

1. Contracting Officer will not review submittals received from Contractor that do not have Contractor's review and approval.

1.9 ARCHITECT'S REVIEW

A. Action Submittals: Contracting Officer will review each submittal, indicate corrections or revisions required, and return.

1. PDF Submittals: Contracting Officer will indicate, via markup on each submittal, the appropriate action.

2. Paper Submittals: Contracting Officer will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action.

3. Submittals by Web-Based Project Management Software: Contracting Officer will indicate, on Project management software website, the appropriate action.

B. Informational Submittals: Contracting Officer will review each submittal and will not return it, or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. Contracting Officer will forward each submittal to appropriate party.

C. Incomplete submittals are unacceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned for resubmittal without review.

D. Contracting Officer will discard submittals received from sources other than Contractor.

E. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will be returned by Contracting Officer without action.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 013516 - ALTERATION PROJECT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes special procedures for alteration work.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Alteration Work: This term includes remodeling, renovation, repair, and maintenance work performed within existing spaces or on existing surfaces as part of the Project.

B. Consolidate: To strengthen loose or deteriorated materials in place.

C. Design Reference Sample: A sample that represents the Contracting Officer's prebid selection of work to be matched; it may be existing work or work specially produced for the Project.

D. Dismantle: To remove by disassembling or detaching an item from a surface, using gentle methods and equipment to prevent damage to the item and surfaces; disposing of items unless indicated to be salvaged or reinstalled.

E. Match: To blend with adjacent construction and manifest no apparent difference in material type, species, cut, form, detail, color, grain, texture, or finish; as approved by Contracting Officer.

F. Refinish: To remove existing finishes to base material and apply new finish to match original, or as otherwise indicated.

G. Repair: To correct damage and defects, retaining existing materials, features, and finishes. This includes patching, piecing-in, splicing, consolidating, or otherwise reinforcing or upgrading materials.

H. Replace: To remove, duplicate, and reinstall entire item with new material. The original item is the pattern for creating duplicates unless otherwise indicated.

I. Replicate: To reproduce in exact detail, materials, and finish unless otherwise indicated.

J. Reproduce: To fabricate a new item, accurate in detail to the original, and from either the same or a similar material as the original, unless otherwise indicated.

K. Retain: To keep an element or detail secure and intact.

L. Strip: To remove existing finish down to base material unless otherwise indicated.

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1.3 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

A. Historic items, relics, and similar objects including, but not limited to, cornerstones and their contents, commemorative plaques and tablets, antiques, and other items of interest or value to Government that may be encountered or uncovered during the Work, regardless of whether they were previously documented, remain Government's property.

1. Carefully dismantle and salvage each item or object in a manner to prevent damage and protect it from damage, then promptly deliver it to Government where directed at Project site.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Alteration Work Program: Prepare a written plan for alteration work for whole Project, including each phase or process and protection of surrounding materials during operations. Show compliance with indicated methods and procedures specified in this and other Sections. Coordinate this whole-Project alteration work program with specific requirements of programs required in other alteration work Sections.

1. Dust and Noise Control: Include locations of proposed temporary dust- and noise-control partitions and means of egress from occupied areas coordinated with continuing on-site operations and other known work in progress.

2. Debris Hauling: Include plans clearly marked to show debris hauling routes, turning radii, and locations and details of temporary protective barriers.

B. Fire-Prevention Plan: Prepare a written plan for preventing fires during the Work, including placement of fire extinguishers, fire blankets, rag buckets, and other fire-control devices during each phase or process. Coordinate plan with Government's fire-protection equipment and requirements. Include fire-watch personnel's training, duties, and authority to enforce fire safety.

C. Safety and Health Standard: Comply with ANSI/ASSP A10.6.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PROTECTION

A. Protect persons, motor vehicles, surrounding surfaces of building, building site, plants, and surrounding buildings from harm resulting from alteration work.

1. Use only proven protection methods, appropriate to each area and surface being protected.

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2. Provide temporary barricades, barriers, and directional signage to exclude the public from areas where alteration work is being performed.

3. Erect temporary barriers to form and maintain fire-egress routes.

4. Erect temporary protective covers over walkways and at points of pedestrian and vehicular entrance and exit that must remain in service during alteration work.

5. Contain dust and debris generated by alteration work, and prevent it from reaching the public or adjacent surfaces.

6. Provide shoring, bracing, and supports as necessary. Do not overload structural elements.

7. Protect floors and other surfaces along hauling routes from damage, wear, and staining.

8. Provide supplemental sound-control treatment to isolate demolition work from other areas of the building.

B. Temporary Protection of Materials to Remain:

1. Protect existing materials with temporary protections and construction. Do not remove existing materials unless otherwise indicated.

2. Do not attach temporary protection to existing surfaces except as indicated as part of the alteration work program.

C. Comply with each product manufacturer's written instructions for protections and precautions. Protect against adverse effects of products and procedures on people and adjacent materials, components, and vegetation.

D. Utility and Communications Services:

1. Notify Government, Contracting Officer,…