Att. 2 Specifications 240809.pdf

Northern Research Station

NRS St. Paul 3rd Floor Admin Flooring Replacement

Specifications

011000 – Summary

013300 – Submittal Procedures

017419 – Construction Waste Management and Disposal

024119 – Selective Demolition

096513 – Resilient Base and Accessories

093519 – Resilient Tile Flooring

003126 – Existing Hazardous Material Information

SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Contractor's use of site and premises.

4. Coordination with occupants.

5. Work restrictions.

6. Specification and Drawing conventions.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: St. Paul 3rd Floor Admin Flooring Replacement

1. Project Location: 1992 Folwell Ave, Falcon Heights, MN 55108

B. Owner: USDA Forest Service – Northern Research Station

1. Contracting Officer’s Representative: James Anderson – James.Anderson@usda.gov

2. Site Contact: Rich Ihledfeldt

1.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of Project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of the following:

1. Please reference Statement of work and other Contract Documents.

B. Type of Contract:

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

1.4 CONTRACTOR'S USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Limits on Use of Site:

1. Limit use of Project site to areas immediately in the area of work, unless otherwise approved by COR. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which are required to complete the contract work.

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 unless approved by the COR.

B. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period.

Repair damage caused by construction operations.

C. 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.

1.5 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Full Owner Occupancy: Owner will occupy site and existing building(s) during entire construction period. Cooperate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Owner's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

B. Notify COR a minimum of two weeks prior to beginning work.

C. All room furnishings and belongings will need to be protected or relocated by the contractor and returned to their original location upon completion of the work. Obtain written COR approval of the temporary storage location. Temporary storage will need to comply with safety ingress and egress regulations. Blocking access to areas of the building will not be permitted unless prior approval is received in writing from the COR.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets, work on public streets, rights of way, and other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. At the end of each working day, the work area must be accessible and safe.

Remove all loose construction debris, materials, and tools from walkways and access areas.

3. Contractor is responsible for moving and returning all furniture and contents to its original location as necessary for floor replacement.

B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in the existing building to normal business working hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday (except Federal Holidays), unless otherwise indicated.

C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after providing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify COR not less than seven days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Obtain COR written or verbal permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

D. Noise, Vibration, Dust, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, dust, odors, or other disruption to Owner occupancy with Owner.

1. Notify COR not less than seven days in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain COR written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

1.7 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:

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.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

A. Reference Sections:

1. 096513 – RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

2. 096519 – RESILIENT TILE FLOORING

END OF SECTION 011000

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Submittal schedule requirements.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Approval: Equivalent to “No Exception Taken”.

B. Approved or Approved Equivalent: To possess the same performance qualities and characteristics and fulfill the utilitarian function without any decrease in quality, durability or longevity. For equipment/products defined by the Contractor as "equivalent", substitution requests must be submitted to Contracting Officer’s Representative for consideration and be approved by the COR in writing. Approval shall constitute “No Exception Taken” and shall not be otherwise construed.

C. "No Exception Taken" constitutes that review is for general conformance with the design concept expressed in the Contract Documents for the limited purpose of checking for conformance with information given. Any action is subject to the requirements of the Contract Documents. Contractor is responsible for the dimensions and quantity and will confirm and correlate at the job site, fabrication processes and techniques of construction, coordination of the work with that of all other trades, and the satisfactory performance of the work.

D. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require CO or COR’s responsive action. Action submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "action submittals."

E. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require CO or COR’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 FORMATS

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

1. Contract Name and Number.

2. Date.

3. Name of Contractor.

4. Name of firm or entity that prepared the submittal

5. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

6. Category and type of submittal.

7. Submittal Purpose and description.

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

9. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

10. Indication of full or partial completion.

11. Consecutive transmittal number.

12. Submittal and transmittal distribution record.

13. Other necessary identification.

14. Remarks.

1.4 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections as PDF electronic files and as indicated for samples and other physical submittals. Types of submittals are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

B. Submittals shall be transmitted via email to the COR & CO.

C. Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file incorporating submittal requirements of a single Specification Section and transmittal form acceptable to Government with links enabling navigation to each item.

2. Provide means for insertion to permanently record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by COR.

D. 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.

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 different types of submittals for related parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

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

E. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows. Time for review shall commence on Contracting Officer's and COR’s receipt of submittal. 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 re-submittals

1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required.

Contracting Officer or COR will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process intermediate review in same manner as initial submittal.

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

4. Sequential Review: Where sequential review of submittals by Contracting Officer's consultants, Government, or other parties is indicated, allow 21 days for initial review of each submittal.

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

1. Indicate date and content of previous submittal.

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

3. Resubmit submittals until they are approved in writing by the CO or COR (in a method acceptable to the specifications or as otherwise described by the CO).

G. 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.

H. Use for Construction: Retain complete copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action or material submittals that are approved in writing by the Contracting Officer or

COR.

1.5 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

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

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. Clearly 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. Submit Product Data before Shop Drawings, and before or concurrent with Samples.

5. Submit Product Data in PDF electronic file.

B. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on 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

2. Submit Shop Drawings in PDF Electronic Format.

C. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience of firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, contact information of architects and owners, and other information specified.

D. Design Data/Product Data/Materials Submittals: 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.

E. 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 original paper copy where a notarized signature is required.

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. Material Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that material complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

5. Product Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents

F. 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 primers and substrate preparation needed for adhesion.

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.

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:

7. Name of evaluation organization.

8. Date of evaluation.

9. Time period when report is in effect.

10. Product and manufacturers' names.

11. Description of product.

12. Test procedures and results.

13. Limitations of use.

1.6 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Action 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 contractor approval before submitting to Contracting Officer and COR.

B. Contractor's Approval: Indicate Contractor's approval for each submittal with a uniform written approval method. 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

1.7 GOVERNMENT REVIEW

A. Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) may approve technical submittals, unless otherwise indicated by the contract documents or determined in writing by the Contracting Officer (CO). COR may review each submittal instead of the CO.

B. Action Submittals: Will be reviewed and their approval status will be documented in a project submittal review XLS spreadsheet returned to the contractor. The specific material items will be included in this review document and notes for approval, disapproval, and resubmittal and any questions on items.

C. All submittals reviewed will be approved in the material review spreadsheet only. This will be returned to contactor with each submittal group reviewed.

D. No marked up copies of material cut sheets will be returned to the contractor.

E. Informational Submittals: Contracting Officer or COR will review each submittal and will not return it, or may return it if it does not comply with requirements. Contracting Officer or COR may forward each submittal to appropriate party. Contractor is responsible for compliance with contract requirements and all applicable laws and regulations regardless of whether mistakes were discovered by CO or COR review of informational submittals.

F. Partial submittals prepared for a portion of the Work will be reviewed when use of partial submittals has received prior approval from COR or Contracting Officer.

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

H. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may be returned by Contracting Officer or COR without action.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 013300

SECTION 017419 - CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Disposing of nonhazardous construction waste.

2. Disposing of asbestos containing materials

1.2 DEFINITIONS

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

Construction waste includes packaging.

B. Demolition Waste: Building, structure, and site improvement materials resulting from demolition operations.

C. Disposal: Removal of demolition or construction waste and subsequent salvage, sale, recycling, or deposit in landfill, incinerator acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, or designated spoil areas on Owner’s property.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Action Submittals:

1. Asbestos Abatement Plan, plan to include:

a. Permitting requirements

b. Building occupant protection measures

c. Protection and storage of room furnishings and belongings

d. Site staging locations for temporary furnishing and belongings, equipment, waste, etc.

e. Schedule of work

f. Disposal plan

B. Information Submittals:

1. All Correspondence with Minnesota Department of Health Regarding asbestos containing materials removal including the following forms, as required:

a. w-sw4-21: Deconstruction, renovation, or demolition notification form

b. w-sw4-06: Notification of Asbestos-Related Work

2. Proof of legal disposal at an asbestos certified landfill.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 DISPOSAL OF WASTE

A. General: Remove waste materials from Project site and legally dispose of them in a landfill or incinerator acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

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

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

B. Asbestos containing materials shall be disposed of in accordance with EPA, Minnesota Department of Health, and Minnesota Pollution Control Agency requirements.

C. Burning: Do not burn waste materials.

END OF SECTION 017419

SECTION 024119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The Work of this Section Includes:

1. Demolition and removal of selected portions of exterior or interior of building or structure and site elements.

1.2 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

A. Unless otherwise indicated, demolition waste becomes property of Contractor.

B. Historic items, relics, antiques, and similar objects including, but not limited to, cornerstones and their contents, commemorative plaques and tablets, and other items of interest or value to Owner that may be uncovered during demolition remain the property of Owner.

1. Carefully salvage in a manner to prevent damage and promptly return to Owner.

1.3 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Owner will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to selective demolition area. Conduct selective demolition so Owner's operations will not be disrupted.

B. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far as practical.

C. Notify COR of discrepancies between existing conditions and Drawings before proceeding with selective demolition.

D. Hazardous Materials:

1. Hazardous materials are present in buildings and structures to be selectively demolished. A report on the presence of hazardous materials is included in Section 003126 "Existing Hazardous Material Information" for review and use. Examine report to become aware of locations where hazardous materials are present.

2. Asbestos containing material removal shall be completed in accordance with EPA, OSHA, and Minesota Department of Health Requirements.

3. If additional materials suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify the COR.

E. On-site sale of removed items or materials is not permitted.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before beginning selective demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction. Comply with OSHA Safety regulations during demolition.

Comply with Minesota Department of Health and Minesota Pollution Control Agency regulations.

B. Standards: Comply with ANSI/ASSP A10.6 and NFPA 241.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped before starting selective demolition operations, as necessary.

B. Photograph any existing building damage prior to beginning selective demolition operations. Notify the CO and COR of any discovered damage.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Temporary Shoring: Design, provide, and maintain shoring, bracing, and structural supports as required to preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction and finishes to remain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction being demolished.

B. Temporary Protection: Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain. This includes any regulation required blocking or modification of the HVAC system to protect building occupants.

C. Existing Items to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling during selective demolition. When permitted by COR, items may be removed to a suitable, protected storage location and reinstalled in their original locations after selective demolition operations are complete. All room furnishings and belongings will need to be protected or relocated by the contractor and returned to their original location upon completion of the work.

3.3 UTILITY SERVICES AND BUILDING SYSTEMS

A. Existing Services/Systems to Remain: Maintain utilities and building systems and equipment to remain and protect against damage during selective demolition operations.

3.4 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION, GENERAL

A. General: Demolish and remove existing construction only to extent required by new construction and as indicated. Use methods required to complete the Work within limitations of governing regulations and as follows:

B. Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required. Use cutting methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining construction.

Use hand tools or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Temporarily cover openings to remain.

C. Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces to avoid marring existing finished surfaces.

D. Do not use cutting torches until work area is cleared of flammable materials. At concealed spaces, such as duct and pipe interiors, verify condition and contents of hidden space before starting flame-cutting operations. Maintain portable fire-suppression devices during flame-cutting operations.

E. Locate selective demolition equipment and remove debris and materials so as not to impose excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.

F. Any damage caused during the selective damage must be repaired by the contractor.

G. Site Access and Temporary Controls: Conduct selective demolition and debris-removal operations to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, walkways, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.

3.5 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS

A. Remove demolition waste materials from Project site and recycle or dispose of them in accordance with Section 017419 "Construction Waste Management and Disposal."

B. Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site.

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

D. Remove debris from elevated portions of building by chute, hoist, or other device that will convey debris to grade level in a controlled descent.

E. Comply with requirements specified in Section 017419 "Construction Waste Management and Disposal."

F. Burning: Do not burn demolished materials.

3.6 CLEANING

A. Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by selective demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before selective demolition operations began.

END OF SECTION 024119

SECTION 096513 - RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Vinyl base.

2. Vinyl molding accessories

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

B. Samples: For each exposed product and for each color and texture specified.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 VINYL BASE

A. Product Standard: ASTM F1861, Type TV (vinyl, thermoplastic).

B. Group: I (solid, homogeneous)

C. Style and Location:

1. Cove: Provide in areas with resilient floor coverings.

D. Minimum Thickness: 0.125 inch (3.2 mm)

E. Height: 4 inches (102 mm)

F. Lengths: Coils in manufacturer's standard length

G. Outside Corners: Job formed or preformed.

H. Inside Corners: Job formed or preformed.

I. Colors and Patterns: Solid Black.

2.2 VINYL MOLDING ACCESSORY

A. Description: Vinyl cap for cove resilient floor covering, nosing for resilient floor covering, reducer strip for resilient floor covering, transition strips.

B. Locations: Provide vinyl molding accessories as needed for smooth and professional transitions to existing.

C. Colors and Patterns: Solid Black.

2.3 INSTALLATION MATERIALS

A. Trowelable Leveling and Patching Compounds: Latex-modified, portland-cement-based or blended hydraulic-cement-based formulation provided or approved by resilient-product manufacturer for applications indicated.

B. Adhesives: Water-resistant type recommended by resilient-product manufacturer for resilient products and substrate conditions indicated.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Prepare substrates according to manufacturer's written instructions to ensure adhesion of resilient products.

B. Fill cracks, holes, and depressions in substrates with trowelable leveling and patching compound; remove bumps and ridges to produce a uniform and smooth substrate.

D. Do not install resilient products until materials are the same temperature as space where they are to be installed.

3.2 RESILIENT BASE INSTALLATION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for installing resilient base.

B. Apply resilient base to walls, columns, pilasters, casework and cabinets in toe spaces, and other permanent fixtures in rooms and areas where base is required.

C. Install resilient base in lengths as long as practical without gaps at seams and with tops of adjacent pieces aligned.

D. Tightly adhere resilient base to substrate throughout length of each piece, with base in continuous contact with horizontal and vertical substrates.

E. Do not stretch resilient base during installation.

G. Preformed Corners: Install preformed corners before installing straight pieces.

H. Job-Formed Corners:

1. Outside Corners: Use straight pieces of maximum lengths possible and form with returns not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in length.

a. Form without producing discoloration (whitening) at bends.

2. Inside Corners: Use straight pieces of maximum lengths possible and form with returns not less than 3 inches (76 mm) in length.

3.3 RESILIENT ACCESSORY INSTALLATION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for installing resilient accessories.

B. Resilient Molding Accessories: Butt to adjacent materials and tightly adhere to substrates throughout length of each piece. Install reducer strips at edges of floor covering that would otherwise be exposed.

3.4 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for cleaning and protecting resilient products.

END OF SECTION 096513

SECTION 096519 - RESILIENT TILE FLOORING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Vinyl composition floor.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each type of product.

B. Samples: For each exposed product and for each color and pattern specified.

1.3 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Maintenance data.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: An entity that employs installers and supervisors who are competent in techniques required by manufacturer for floor installation.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 VINYL COMPOSITION FLOOR

A. Example Acceptable Manufacturer and Product, provide options meeting the requirements of this section to COR for approval.

1. Ivy Hill Tile, Cippia Slate Gray 28 MIL x 12 in. W x 24in. L Click Lock Waterproof Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring

B. Wearing Surface: Smooth

C. Wearing Surface Thickness: 20mm or greater.

D. Size: 12 by 12 inches (305 by 305 mm) or greater.

E. Colors and Patterns: Light Color that complements adjacent remaining flooring. Provide options to COR for selection.

2.2 INSTALLATION MATERIALS

A. Trowelable Leveling and Patching Compounds: Latex-modified, portland-cement-based or blended hydraulic-cement-based formulation provided or approved by floor tile manufacturer for applications indicated.

B. Adhesives: Water-resistant type recommended by floor tile and adhesive manufacturers to suit floor tile and substrate conditions indicated.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Prepare substrates according to floor tile manufacturer's written instructions to ensure adhesion of resilient products.

B. Concrete Substrates: Prepare according to ASTM F710.

1. Verify that substrates are dry and free of curing compounds, sealers, and hardeners.

2. Remove substrate coatings and other substances that are incompatible with adhesives and that contain soap, wax, oil, or silicone, using mechanical methods recommended by floor tile manufacturer. Do not use solvents.

3. Alkalinity and Adhesion Testing: Perform tests recommended by floor tile manufacturer. Proceed with installation only after substrate alkalinity falls within range on pH scale recommended by manufacturer in writing.

C. Fill cracks, holes, and depressions in substrates with trowelable leveling and patching compound; remove bumps and ridges to produce a uniform and smooth substrate.

D. Do not install floor tiles until materials are the same temperature as space where they are to be installed.

1. At least 48 hours in advance of installation, move resilient floor tile and installation materials into spaces where they will be installed.

E. Immediately before installation, sweep and vacuum clean substrates to be covered by resilient floor tile.

3.2 FLOOR TILE INSTALLATION

A. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions for installing floor tile.

B. Lay out floor tiles from center marks established with principal walls, discounting minor offsets, so tiles at opposite edges of room are of equal width. Adjust as necessary to avoid using cut widths that equal less than one-half tile at perimeter.

C. Match floor tiles for color and pattern by selecting tiles from cartons in the same sequence as manufactured and packaged, if so numbered. Discard broken, cracked, chipped, or deformed tiles.

D. If built-in items are required to be set on top of floor tile, indicate on Drawings and revise first paragraph below.

E. Scribe, cut, and fit floor tiles to butt neatly and tightly to vertical surfaces and permanent fixtures including built-in furniture, cabinets, pipes, outlets, and door frames.

F. Extend floor tiles into toe spaces, door reveals, closets, and similar openings. Extend floor tiles to center of door openings.

G. Maintain reference markers, holes, and openings that are in place or marked for future cutting by repeating on floor tiles as marked on substrates. Use chalk or other nonpermanent marking device.

H. Adhere floor tiles to substrates using a full spread of adhesive applied to substrate to produce a completed installation without open cracks, voids, raising and puckering at joints, telegraphing of adhesive spreader marks, and other surface imperfections. If required by manufacturer.

END OF SECTION 096519

DOCUMENT 003126 - EXISTING HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INFORMATION

1.1 EXISTING HAZARDOUS MATERIAL INFORMATION

A. This Document with its referenced attachments is part of the Procurement and Contracting Requirements for Project. They provide Owner's information for Bidders' convenience and are intended to supplement rather than serve in lieu of Bidders' own investigations. They are made available for Bidders' convenience and information, but are not a warranty of existing conditions. This Document and its attachments are not part of the Contract Documents.

1. An existing asbestos report for Project, prepared by Craig Stainiger, Facilities Management Hazardous Materials Program dated April 19, 2024, is available for viewing as appended to this Document.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 024119 "Selective Demolition" for notification requirements if materials suspected of containing hazardous materials are encountered.

Twin Cities Campus Facilities Management 883 29th Avenue SE Hazardous Material Program Minneapolis, MN 55414.

612-625-7547

April 19, 2024

REPORT: Limited Asbestos Survey

TO: Richard Ihlenfeldt, Facility Operations Specialist, Forest Service, Northern Research Station, 1992 Folwell Avenue, Falcon Heights MN 55108

FROM: Craig Stainiger, Facilities Management Hazardous Materials Program (FMHMP), Suite 102, 883 29th Avenue SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414

SUBJECT: Hazard Assessment: USDA NC Forestry Exp. Sta. – Flooring Upgrades Project Number: None assigned

Summary: A limited asbestos survey was conducted on April 16, 2024. The purpose of the survey was to determine if any asbestos is present in areas to be impacted by the Flooring Upgrades project.

ASBESTOS

Project Description: Facilities Management Hazardous Materials Program surveyed the work area and collected thirty-one (31) bulk samples of suspect materials.

The bulk samples of suspect asbestos-containing materials (ACM) were analyzed via polarized light microscopy (PLM) for asbestos content. Any material that is greater than 1% asbestos is considered to be ACM.

Results of asbestos survey are listed in Appendix I of this report. Appendix I is formatted to provide a room-by-room inventory of suspect ACM, the asbestos content of each material listed, and friability. EPA and Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Asbestos Rules regulate friable ACM (material that can be reduced to powder or dust under hand pressure) and ACM that may become friable under demolition or renovation conditions.

The following non-friable suspect materials tested positive as ACM in the work area:

• 9"x9" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks

• 12"x12" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks

• Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" beige w/ streak FT, black

USDA NC Forest Experiment Station April 19, 2024 Project #: None assigned

The following friable suspect materials tested positive as ACM in the work area:

• No friable asbestos-containing materials identified

The following suspect materials tested none detected (ND) as ACM in the work area:

• Floor tile adhesive on 9"x9" beige w/ white & brown streak FT, black

• 12"x12" floor tile, gray-beige w/ white & gray flecks

• Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" gray-beige w/ wh & gr fleck FT, black

• 12"x12" floor tile, light gray w/ gray flecks

• Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" light gray w/ gray fleck FT, tan

• 12"x12" floor tile, gray w/ gray flecks

• Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" gray w/ gray fleck FT, tan

• 12"x12" floor tile, gray w/ white & gray flecks

• Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" gray w/ white & gray fleck FT, black

• Carpet adhesive, tan

• Floor tile adhesive residue under carpet, black

If suspect materials are found that are not listed, FM-HMP should be contacted immediately for sample collection and analysis.

Observations and Recommendations: All ACM removal must be performed following all applicable regulations.

If there are any questions or comments regarding the information in this report, please contact Craig Stainiger at (612) 594-9529.

Written By:

Craig Stainiger Environmental Health & Safety Specialist Minnesota Department of Health, Asbestos Card # AI8550

Appendix I

Bulk Asbestos Laboratory Results

EXPLANATION OF TABLES IN APPENDIX I

**THIS IS AN EXAMPLE – SEE PROJECT-SPECIFIC TABLE BELOW**

Flr Location Samp# Code Description N.D. Pos Quan Unit Fri Cond Rate Amos Chrys Other AHERA

B Room 02 1 T <4 white fibrous PI Pos 24 LF F N 2 10% 15%

Location = The room or functional space in the building where a given material exists.

Samp# = The number assigned to a given homogeneous material for sampling and tracking purposes.

Code = Each suspect material is listed as one of the following:

T = thermal system insulation S= surfacing materials M= miscellaneous materials

Description = A brief verbal description of the material in question. Pipe insulation is denoted as PI. Pipe fitting insulation, such as pipe elbow, valve or fitting insulation is denoted as PFI. NSMP = no suspect materials present.

N.D. = No asbestos fibers or <1% asbestos detected by PLM analysis or point counting.

Quan = The amount of a given identified material within the room or functional space.

Units = The units by which the suspect material was quantified as indicated below:

LF = linear feet SF = square feet EA = each

Fri = The condition of the identified material is described in terms of friability or non friability:

F = friable material N = nonfriable material

Cond = Actual condition found during the time of the building survey as indicated by the following:

N = No damage L = <10% (Little) damage M = 10-25% (Moderate) damage H = >25% (Heavy) damage

Rate = See additional sheet

Amos, Chrys, Other = The amount and type of asbestos found to be present in a given material based on laboratory analysis.

AHERA= See additional sheet

EXPLANATION OF CONDITION RATING

The suspect asbestos-containing materials have been assigned condition ratings based on the physical condition at the time of the survey. Numerical ratings are assigned based on the following:

0 = Samples of this material did not contain detectable trace amounts of asbestos and requires no asbestos abatement action.

1 = Material contains asbestos, is non-friable and requires no action unless sanded, abraded, drilled or otherwise disturbed in a manner that may cause fiber release.

2 = Material contains asbestos and is friable. Damage was not observed; no immediate abatement action is required. Periodic re- inspections are recommended to reassess the condition of this material.

3 = Material contains asbestos and is friable. Signs of localized damage were noted during the survey and potential for future disturbance exists. Repair or removal is recommended to reduce the potential for fiber releases.

4 = Material contains asbestos, is friable and is heavily damaged. Removal of this material should be given a high priority.

EXPLANATION OF AHERA RATING

The suspect asbestos-containing materials have been assigned AHERA ratings based on physical condition at the time of the survey. Numerical ratings are assigned based on the following:

X= Samples of this material did not contain detectable trace amounts of asbestos and requires no asbestos abatement action.

1= Damaged or significantly damaged TSI (thermal system insulation) ACBM (asbestos containing building material).

2= Damaged friable surfacing ACBM.

3= Significantly damaged friable surfacing ACBM.

4= Damaged or significantly damaged friable miscellaneous ACBM.

5= ACBM with potential for damage.

6= ACBM with potential for significant damage.

7= Any remaining friable ACBM or friable suspected ACBM.

Appendix IA 391 - NC Forest Experimental Station (USDA) Asbestos Table

Material Identification Inventory

Project number None available Surveyor 4/16/2024 Stainiger

Location Date Sample # Description Code N.D. Pos Quan Unit Fri Cond Rate Amos Chrys AHERA

Room 113 Non suspect NA Carpet square adhesive, clear M NS N N 0 X

Room 202 4/16/2024 391-01 12"x12" floor tile, gray-beige w/ white & gray flecks M ND N N 0 X Room 202 4/16/2024 391-01 Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" gray-beige w/ wh & gr fleck FT, black M ND N N 0 X Room 202 4/16/2024 391-01 Carpet adhesive, tan M ND N N 0 X

Room 205 4/16/2024 391-02 Carpet adhesive, tan M ND N N 0 X Room 205 4/16/2024 391-02 Floor tile adhesive residue, black M ND N N 0 X

Floor 3 Hall - NW 4/16/2024 391-03 9"x9" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks M Pos N N 1 3% 5 Floor 3 Hall - NW 4/16/2024 391-03 Floor tile adhesive on 9"x9" beige w/ white & brown streak FT, black M ND N N 0 X

Room 303 4/16/2024 391-04 9"x9" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks M Pos N N 1 3% 5 Room 303 4/16/2024 391-04 Floor tile adhesive on 9"x9" beige w/ white & brown streak FT, black M ND N N 0 X

Room 318 4/16/2024 391-05 12"x12" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks M Pos N N 1 3% 5 Room 318 4/16/2024 391-05 Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" beige w/ wh & br streak FT, black M Pos N N 1 3% 5

Room 325 4/16/2024 391-06 12"x12" floor tile, light gray w/ gray flecks M ND N N 0 X Room 325 4/16/2024 391-06 Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" light gray w/ gray fleck FT, tan M ND N N 0 X

Room 326 4/16/2024 391-07 12"x12" floor tile, gray w/ gray flecks M ND N N 0 X Room 326 4/16/2024 391-07 Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" gray w/ gray fleck FT, tan M ND N N 0 X Room 326 4/16/2024 391-07 Tan adhesive M ND N N 0 X

Room 333 4/16/2024 391-08 9"x9" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks M Pos N N 1 3% 5 Room 333 4/16/2024 391-08 Floor tile adhesive on 9"x9" beige w/ white & brown streak FT, black M ND N N 0 X

Room 412 4/16/2024 391-09 Carpet adhesive, tan M ND N N 0 X Room 412 4/16/2024 391-09 Floor tile adhesive residue under carpet, black M ND N N 0 X

Room 428 4/16/2024 391-10 12"x12" floor tile, light gray w/ gray flecks M ND N N 0 X Room 428 4/16/2024 391-10 Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" light gray w/ gray fleck FT, black M ND N N 0 X

Room 513 4/16/2024 391-11 9"x9" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks M Pos N N 1 3% 5 Room 513 4/16/2024 391-11 Floor tile adhesive on 9"x9" beige w/ white & brown streak FT, black M ND N N 0 X

Room 517 4/16/2024 391-12 9"x9" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks M Pos N N 1 3% 5 Room 517 4/16/2024 391-12 Floor tile adhesive on 9"x9" beige w/ white & brown streak FT, black M ND N N 0 X Room 517 4/16/2024 391-12 Brown adhesive M ND N N 0 X

Appendix IA 391 - NC Forest Experimental Station (USDA) Asbestos Table

Material Identification Inventory

Room 524 4/16/2024 391-13 9"x9" floor tile, beige w/ white & brown streaks M Pos N N 1 3% 5 Room 524 4/16/2024 391-13 Floor tile adhesive on 9"x9" beige w/ white & brown streak FT, black M ND N N 0 X

Room 532 4/16/2024 391-14 12"x12" floor tile, gray w/ white & gray flecks M ND N N 0 X Room 532 4/16/2024 391-14 Floor tile adhesive on 12"x12" gray w/ white & gray fleck FT, black M ND N N 0 X

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