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SUMMARY OF WORK SECTION 010100

USDA FOREST SERVICE,

Plumas National Forest Dispatch Remodel and Asbestos Abatement

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 010100 - SUMMARY OF WORK

SECTION 011900 - MOBILIZATION

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

SECTION 014100 – QUALITY CONTROL

SECTION 017320 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

SECTION 024230 – ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

SECTION 061050 - MISCELLANEOUS CARPENTRY

SECTION 062000 - FINISH CARPENTRY

SECTION 064020 - INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK

SECTION 072100 - BUILDING INSULATION

SECTION 092500 - GYPSUM BOARD

SECTION 096530 - RESILIENT WALL BASE AND ACCESSORIES

SECTION 097200 - WALL COVERINGS (FIBERGLASS REINFORCED PLASTIC (FRP) PANELS)

SECTION 099100 - PAINTING

SECTION 221101 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

SECTION 262726 - WIRING DEVICES

SECTION 265100 - INTERIOR LIGHTING

USDA FOREST SERVICE

SECTION 010100 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Replacement of underground water main for building. Approximately 70 linear feet of

¾” schedule 80 PVC water line and bringing it through the building foundation at kitchen/restroom end of the building. Remove Pex running through server room that currently serves that end of the building and cap supply to that Pex line at its source.

B. Includes all work associated with construction of new restroom. Including, but not limited to, construction of walls (including shared kitchen wall) and ceiling in restroom installation of all new plumbing, electrical, fixtures, and finishes. Includes closing in door to existing restroom, and installation of new water heater (including upgrading electrical), installation of electric wall heater, flipping the swing of the door into the server room, and installation and related finish/waterproofing of new restroom window.

C. Includes reconstruction of kitchen. Work includes, but is not necessarily limited to:

Removal of carpet and install of vinyl flooring, relocating/upgrading electrical as needed, installation of kitchen plumbing supply and drain lines and valves, plumbing fixtures, cabinets, countertops, and architectural finishes. Contractor shall also supply new dishwasher and garbage disposal. Government shall supply existing refrigerator and microwave.

D. Abatement of asbestos containing materials(ACMs). Known ACMs are as follows:

1. Flooring/Adhesive in Server Room

2. Flooring/Adhesive in Restroom

3. Drywall Joint Compound in Server Room, Restroom, and likely Kitchen

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at 159 Lawrence Street in Quincy, CA.

1.3 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

A. The elevation of the site is approximately 3500 feet above mean sea level. The site experiences winter conditions and can experience very cold conditions.

B. The building is occupied by several employees, often operating 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. The contractor shall not take any “breaks” in the construction schedule once demolition begins. The contractor shall work continually once work begins. The building will be vacated by the government before demolition begins, and will stay vacant until government accepts the work. The contractor shall submit a construction schedule, and no extensions in that schedule will be granted unless unforeseen site conditions are encountered in which case the contractor shall work quickly to address the change in order to reopen the dispatch center as quickly as possible.

C. The government reserves the right to delay the start of work if the forest experiences an emergency incident (such as a fire) necessitating the full operation of the dispatch center.

D. The contractor shall notify the government, in writing, of their plan to begin full-time operations no less than two weeks prior to commencing demolition.

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

A. General: Contractor shall limit use of premises to within the area of the remodel, and a clearly defined staging area defined by the CO prior to project commencement.

B. Contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public and employees. Building closures will be permitted, when required, upon written approval of the Contracting Officer (CO).

C. Confine storage of materials to areas as approved by the CO.

D. Contractor shall provide adequate signing and barricades and take necessary safety measures to protect the public during all construction operations. Contractor shall minimize disturbance of all undisturbed areas.

E. Contractor shall be allowed to use water, power, and sanitation facilities belonging to the government.

F. Preservation of Natural Features: Confines all operations to work limits of the project.

Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

1. Provide temporary barriers to protect existing trees and plants and root zones.

2. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval.

Consult with CO and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

3. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to existing trees.

4. Carefully supervise excavating, grading, filling, and other construction operations near trees to prevent damage.

G. Existing Utilities: Notify CO and utility companies of proposed locations and times for excavation.

1. Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If damage occurs, repair utility at no additional expense to the

Government.

2. Interruption of Existing Utility Service: Notify CO, 48 hours in advance of any interruption of existing utilities.

1.5 MEALS AND LODGING

A. Meals and lodging are commercially available in the City of Meals or lodging will not be available at Forest Service facilities.

1.6 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

A. This project shall not be completed during the peak fire season (June 1-October 1)

1.7 FIELD VERIFICATION

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

1.8 PERMITS

A. Special permits for removal, transportation, and disposal of hazardous materials shall be the responsibility of the contractor.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 010100

April 2020

MOBILIZATION SECTION 011900

Plumas National Forest Dispatch Remodel and Asbestos Abatement

SECTION 011900 - MOBILIZATION

PART 4 - GENERAL

4.1 SUMMARY

A. This item is intended to compensate the Contractor for operations including, but not limited to, those necessary for the movement of personnel, equipment, supplies, and incidentals to the project site; for payment of premiums for bonds and insurance for the project; and for any other work and operations which must be performed or costs that must be incurred incident to the initiation of meaningful work at the site and for which payment is not otherwise provided for under the contract.

4.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. The measurement shall be lump sum for mobilization. Payment shall be as follows:

1. Bond premiums will be reimbursed after receipt of the evidence of payment.

2. 50% of the lump sum, not to exceed 5% of the original contract amount, will be paid following completion of 5% of the original contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

3. Payment of the remaining portion of the lump sum, up to 10% of the original contract amount, will be paid following completion of 10% of the original contract amount not including mobilization and bond premiums.

4. Any portion of the lump sum in excess of 10% of the original contract amount will be paid after final acceptance.

5. Progress payments for mobilization and preparatory work shall be subject to retainage.

PART 5 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 6 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011900

SUBMITTAL PROEDURES SECTION 013300

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 7 - GENERAL

7.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop

Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other miscellaneous submittals. See Table

013300-1 for a summary of required submittals.

B. See other specification section within this package for additional requirements on submittal.

7.2 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

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

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

1. Initial Review: Allow 14 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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

3. Allow 14 days for processing each re-submittal.

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

C. Identification: Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal for identification.

1. Indicate name of firm or entity that prepared each submittal on label or title block.

2. Provide a space on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

3. Include the following information on label for processing and recording action taken:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. If more than one item is shown on submittal sheet, identify item.

D. Deviations: Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract

Documents on submittals.

E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless

CO observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

F. Use for Construction: Use only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by CO in connection with construction.

7.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate measurement and/or payment will be made for this section. Payment shall be included with work shown in the schedule of items.

PART 8 - PRODUCTS

8.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS – (Submittals requiring CO approval)

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

Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will return two copies. Mark up and retain one returned copy as a

Project Record Document.

B. 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 printed data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

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

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

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

1. Preparation: Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

e. Wiring diagrams showing field-installed wiring, including power, signal, and control wiring.

f. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

2. Wiring Diagrams: Differentiate between manufacturer-installed and field-installed wiring.

D. Contractor's Construction Schedule: The contractor shall submit a Construction

Schedule, for approval by CO, in accordance with the contract provisions within 5 day of commencement of work.

E. Samples: Prepare physical units of materials or products, including the following:

1. 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.

8.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS – (Submittals NOT requiring CO approval)

A. General: Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required by other Specification

Sections.

1. Number of Copies: Submit three copies of each submittal, unless otherwise indicated. CO will not return copies.

2. Certificates and Certifications: Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements in Section 014100

"Quality Control."

B. Material Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements.

C. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, 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.

D. Maintenance Data: Prepare written and graphic instructions and procedures for operation and normal maintenance of products and equipment.

E. Manufacturer's Instructions: Prepare written or published information that documents manufacturer's recommendations, guidelines, and procedures for installing or operating a product or equipment. Include name of product and name, address, and telephone number of manufacturer.

PART 9 - EXECUTION

9.1 GENERAL

A. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to CO.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, 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.

C. CO will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

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

E. Substitutions – Whenever materials, products, and equipment are listed by name or brand in the specifications and/or on the drawings, it is used as a measure of quality, utility, or standard. If the Contractor prefers to use any other brand or manufacturer of same quality, appearance and utility to that specified, he shall request substitution as provided below, not less than 30 days before the planned installation of the item. The Contracting Officer will approve or disapprove the request for substitution.

F. Requests for substitutions will only be considered if contractor submits the following:

1. Complete technical data including drawings, complete performance specifications, test data, samples and performance tests of the article proposed for substitution.

Submit additional information if required by Contracting Officer. All items in the above information shall be circled, tagged, or marked in some way to indicate all deviations or differences which the proposed item differs from the originally specified item.

2. Similar data as above for item originally specified. All items shall be marked to identify where/how the proposed substitution will differ.

3. A statement by the Contractor that the proposed substitution is in full compliance with the contract documents, applicable codes, and laws.

4. The Contractor shall be responsible for any effect upon related work in the project for any substitution and shall pay any additional costs generated by any substitutions.

9.2 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE – Submittals shall be made as required by and called for in the drawings and specifications. The following table is a summary of the required submittals for the project - the table is to assist the Contractor and may not be all inclusive

– additional submittals may be required by specific specifications:

TABLE 013000-1

Spec.

Section Section Title Subsection Required Submittal

014100 Quality Control 8.3A Contractor Quality Control Plan

014100 Quality Control 8.3B Permits, Licenses and Certificates

014100 Quality Control 8.3C Test and Inspection Reports

071320 Selective Demolition 11.4A Dust Control Plan

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.9 Licenses, Permits, Certification

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .1 EPA Certification

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .2 Work Plan

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .3 Air Monitoring Plan

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .4 Testing Lab

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .5 Landfill Records

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .6 Liability Insurance

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .7 EPA Notification

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .8 Air Monitoring Results

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .9 Waste Shipment Schedule

024230 Asbestos Abatement 14.10 A .10 Abatement Schedule

062000 Finish Carpentry 20.3A Trim Profile

064020 Interior Architectural Woodwork 23.3A1 Cabinetry

064020 Interior Architectural Woodwork 23.3A2 Plastic Laminate Countertop

064020 Interior Architectural Woodwork 23.3A3 Wainscot

096530 Resilient Wallbase 33.3 Product Data

099100 Painting

41.3A Color swatches for exterior, restroom, and matching paint colors

Spec.

Section Section Title Subsection Required Submittal

221101 Domestic Water Piping

42.5 Product Data (Valves, piping, fixtures)

262726 Wiring Devices

45.3 Product Data (breakers, receptacles, switches, sensors, wiring)

265100 Interior Lighting 48.2 A1 Fixtures

END OF SECTION 013300

QUALITY CONTROL SECTION 014100

Plumas National Forest Dispatch Center Remodel and Asbestos Abatement

PART 10 -

SECTION 014100 – QUALITY CONTROL

PART 11 - GENERAL

11.1 This work shall consist of providing quality control in conformance with the inspection, testing, and product certification requirements of this contract to ensure compliance with the drawings and specifications. The Contractor shall provide all personnel, equipment, tests, and reports necessary to meet the requirements of the contract.

11.2 QUALITY CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall provide and maintain a quality control system that will ensure all services, supplies, and construction work required under this contract conforms to the contract requirements. The Contractor shall perform, or cause to be performed, the sampling, inspection, and testing required to substantiate that all services, supplies, and construction conform to the contract requirements.

B. Special Tests and Inspections: Contractor will engage a testing agency to conduct required special tests and inspections. The Contractor shall authorize the testing agency to perform the required testing and inspections on the work completed. The authority shall include:

1. Testing agency will interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from the Contract Documents.

2. Testing agency will re-test and re-inspect corrected work.

C. Retesting/Reinspecting: Contractor shall provide quality-control services for retesting and reinspection for replaced construction work or for work that failed to comply with the requirements under the contract.

11.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor Quality Control Plan

B. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

C. Test and Inspection Reports

11.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. No separate payment will be made for the work included under this section; rather payment shall be considered to be included in the items of work listed in the Schedule of

Items.

PART 12 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 13 - EXECUTION

13.1 QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM

A. General: Perform required testing, inspections, sampling, and similar services per direction specified in the contract drawings and specifications and in accordance with established industry standards.

13.2 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

A. At the time of the preconstruction conference, the Contractor shall submit for approval a written Contractor Quality Control Plan.

1. If the plan requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the plan within 10 days.

2. The Government reserves the right to require changes in the plan during the contract period as necessary.

3. No change in the approved plan may be made without written concurrence by the

Contracting Officer.

4. At a minimum, the plan shall include the following:

a. A list of personnel responsible for quality control and assigned duties.

Include each person's qualifications.

b. A copy of a letter of direction to the Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor outlining assigned duties.

c. Names, qualifications, and descriptions of laboratories to perform sampling and testing, and samples of proposed report forms.

d. Methods of performing, documenting, and enforcing quality control of all work.

e. Methods of monitoring and controlling environmental pollution and contamination as required by all applicable regulations and laws.

13.3 TEST AND INSPECTION REPORTS

A. Submit three copies of complete test results no later than three calendar days after the test was performed.

B. Submit failing test results and proposed remedial actions within four hours of noted deficiency.

C. Testing and Inspection Reports shall include the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples, tests, or inspections.

5. Names of individuals performing tests and inspections.

6. Reference Specification Section(s).

7. Complete test or inspection data.

8. Test and inspection results and an interpretation of test results.

9. Ambient conditions at time sample was taken, tested, or inspected.

10. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected work complies with the Contract Document requirements.

13.4 PERMITS, LICENSES, AND CERTIFICATES

A. For Contracting Officer’s records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations relevant to the on performance of the work.

13.5 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

A. The Contractor shall maintain a set of the contract drawings depicting as-built conditions.

These drawings shall be maintained in a current condition and shall be available for review. All variations from the original contract drawings shall be indicated in red on the drawings. Upon completion of the contract work, as-built drawings shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer.

13.6 SAMPLING, TESTING, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Sampling, testing, and Certification requirements and frequency for specific items shall be as specified in the drawings and specification. The following table is a summary of the required sampling, testing, and certification for the project - the table is to assist the

Contractor, but may not be all inclusive – additional submittals may be required by specific specification section:

B.

TABLE 014100-1

Item

Subsection Certification or Test Required

Frequency

024230

14.10 A .3

Air Monitoring Daily while asbestos abatement is underway

024230

16.2 Air Monitoring Once upon

completion of asbestos abatement

END OF SECTION 014100

SELECTIVE DEMOLITION SECTION 017320

Plumas National Forest Dispatch Center Remodel and Asbestos Abatement

SECTION 017320 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

PART 14 - GENERAL

14.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes demolition and removal of the following:

1. Walls, flooring, ceiling, temporary water supply to north end of the building, restroom fixtures, etc., related to constructing new restroom and kitchen.

2. Building exterior related to new window and exhaust vent.

3. Contractor shall also repair any unintended damage resulting from selective demolition.

B. See Division 16 Sections for demolishing, cutting, patching, or relocating electrical items.

14.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Remove: Detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off-site, unless indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.

B. Remove and Salvage: Detach items from existing construction and deliver them to

Government.

C. Remove and Reinstall: Detach items from existing construction, prepare them for reuse, and reinstall them where indicated.

D. Existing to Remain: Existing items of construction that are not to be removed and that are not otherwise indicated to be removed, removed and salvaged, or removed and reinstalled.

14.3 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

A. Except for items or materials indicated to be reused, salvaged, reinstalled, or otherwise indicated to remain Government property, demolished materials shall become

Contractor's property and shall be removed from Project site.

14.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Proposed Control Measures: Submit statement or drawing that indicates the measures proposed for use, proposed locations, and proposed time frame for their operation.

Identify options if proposed measures are later determined to be inadequate. Include measures for the following:

1. Dust control.

B. Schedule of Selective Demolition Activities: Indicate detailed sequence of selective demolition and removal work, with starting and ending dates for each activity, interruption of utility services, use of elevator and stairs, and locations of temporary partitions and means of egress.

C. Predemolition Photographs or Videotape: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements that might be misconstrued as damage caused by selective demolition operations. Submit before Work begins.

D. Landfill Records: Indicate receipt and acceptance of hazardous wastes by a landfill facility licensed to accept hazardous wastes.

14.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Demolition Firm Qualifications: An experienced firm that has specialized in demolition work similar in material and extent to that indicated for this Project.

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

C. Standards: Comply with ANSI A10.6 and NFPA 241.

D. Predemolition Conference: Conduct conference at Project site.

14.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Government will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to selective demolition area. Conduct selective demolition so Government operations will not be disrupted. Provide not less than 72 hours' notice to CO of activities that will affect

Government operations.

B. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities.

1. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Government assumes no responsibility for condition of areas to be selectively demolished.

1. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by

Government as far as practical.

D. Hazardous Materials: Hazardous materials are present in building to be selectively demolished. A report on the presence of hazardous materials is on file for review and use. Examine report to become aware of locations where hazardous materials are present.

1. Hazardous material remediation is specified elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

2. Do not disturb hazardous materials or items suspected of containing hazardous materials except under procedures specified elsewhere in the Contract Documents.

E. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site will not be permitted.

F. Utility Service: Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations.

14.7 WARRANTY

A. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during selective demolition, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

1. If possible, retain original Installer or fabricator to patch the exposed Work listed below that is damaged during selective demolition. If it is impossible to engage original Installer or fabricator, engage another recognized experienced and specialized firm.

PART 15 - PRODUCTS

15.1 REPAIR MATERIALS

A. Use repair materials identical to existing materials.

1. If identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used for exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match existing adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

2. Use materials whose installed performance equals or surpasses that of existing materials.

PART 16 - EXECUTION

16.1 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that utilities have been disconnected and capped.

B. Survey existing conditions and correlate with requirements indicated to determine extent of selective demolition required.

C. Inventory and record the condition of items to be removed and reinstalled and items to be removed and salvaged.

D. When unanticipated mechanical, electrical, or structural elements that conflict with intended function or design are encountered, investigate and measure the nature and extent of conflict. Promptly submit a written report to CO.

E. Engage a professional engineer to survey condition of building to determine whether removing any element might result in structural deficiency or unplanned collapse of any portion of structure or adjacent structures during selective demolition operations.

16.2 UTILITY SERVICES

A. Existing Utilities: Maintain services indicated to remain and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations.

B. Do not interrupt existing utilities serving occupied or operating facilities unless authorized in writing by CO and authorities having jurisdiction. Provide temporary services during interruptions to existing utilities, as acceptable to CO and to authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Provide at least 72] hours' notice to CO if shutdown of service is required during changeover.

C. Utility Requirements: Refer to Division 15 and 16 Sections for shutting off, disconnecting, removing, and sealing or capping utilities. Do not start selective demolition work until utility disconnecting and sealing have been completed and verified in writing.

16.3 PREPARATION

A. 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.

1. Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, walkways, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without permission from CO and authorities having jurisdiction.

Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by governing regulations.

2. Erect temporary protection, such as walks, fences, railings, canopies, and covered passageways, where required by authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Protect existing site improvements, appurtenances, and landscaping to remain.

B. Temporary Facilities: Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.

C. Temporary Enclosures: Provide temporary enclosures for protection of existing building and construction, in progress and completed, from exposure, foul weather, other construction operations, and similar activities. Provide temporary weathertight enclosure for building exterior.

D. Temporary Partitions: Erect and maintain dustproof partitions and temporary enclosures to limit dust and dirt migration and to separate areas from fumes and noise.

E. Temporary Shoring: Provide and maintain interior and exterior shoring, bracing, or structural support to preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction to remain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction being demolished.

16.4 POLLUTION CONTROLS

A. Dust Control: Use water mist, temporary enclosures, and other suitable methods to limit spread of dust and dirt. Comply with governing environmental-protection regulations.

1. Wet mop floors to eliminate trackable dirt and wipe down walls and doors of demolition enclosure. Vacuum carpeted areas.

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

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

C. Cleaning: 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.

16.5 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

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

1. 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.

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

3. 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.

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

B. Existing Facilities: Comply with CO’s requirements for using and protecting elevators, stairs, walkways, loading docks, building entries, and other building facilities during selective demolition operations.

C. Removed and Salvaged Items:

1. Clean salvaged items.

2. Pack or crate items after cleaning. Identify contents of containers.

3. Store items in a secure area until delivery to Government.

4. Transport items to Government storage area designated by CO.

5. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

D. Removed and Reinstalled Items:

1. Clean and repair items to functional condition adequate for intended reuse. Paint equipment to match new equipment.

2. Pack or crate items after cleaning and repairing. Identify contents of containers.

3. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

4. Reinstall items in locations indicated. Comply with installation requirements for new materials and equipment. Provide connections, supports, and miscellaneous materials necessary to make item functional for use indicated.

E. Existing Items to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling during selective demolition. When permitted by CO, items may be removed to a suitable, protected storage location during selective demolition [and cleaned] and reinstalled in their original locations after selective demolition operations are complete.

16.6 PATCHING AND REPAIRS

A. General: Promptly repair damage to adjacent construction caused by selective demolition operations.

B. Repairs: Where repairs to existing surfaces are required, patch to produce surfaces suitable for new materials.

1. Completely fill holes and depressions in existing masonry walls that are to remain with an approved masonry patching material applied according to manufacturer's written recommendations.

C. Finishes: Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining construction in a manner that eliminates evidence of patching and refinishing.

D. Floors and Walls: Where walls or partitions that are demolished extend one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space. Provide an even surface of uniform finish color, texture, and appearance. Remove existing floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials, if necessary, to achieve uniform color and appearance.

E. Ceilings: Patch, repair, or rehang existing ceilings as necessary to provide an even-plane surface of uniform appearance.

16.7 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS

A. General: Promptly dispose of demolished materials. Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site.

B. Burning: Do not burn demolished materials.

C. Disposal: Transport demolished materials off Government property and legally disposes of them.

END OF SECTION 017320

ASBESTOS ABATEMENT SECTION 024230

SECTION 024230 – ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

PART 17 - GENERAL

17.1 SCOPE

A. Work shall consist of furnishing all labor material, equipment and supervision to perform asbestos removal and disposal in accordance with these specifications, EPA (AHERA, Asbestos NESHAPS), OSHA, NIOSH, CALEPA, Air Quality Division, and other applicable federal, state, or local regulations.

B. Note: Depending on the type, condition, and location of the asbestos containing materials, sections or parts of this specification may not be applicable.

17.2 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. The joint compound in the drywall to be demolished was found to contain asbestos, the flooring and flooring adhesive in the restroom and the server room were also found to contain asbestos. The report is included in this contract. The exterior building paint is presumed to contain lead-based paint.

17.3 QUALIFICATIONS

A. The contracting firm shall provide documentation of the company’s qualifications in asbestos removal work and that the employed workers are trained and certified by EPA

(see section 7.1, Training). In addition, the asbestos contractor must carry active

“occurrence” type liability insurance while performing any work under this contract.

17.4 APPLICIBALE REGULATIONS AND PUBLICATIONS

A. The regulations listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

The publications are referred to in the text by the basic designation only. The latest version of applicable regulations shall take precedence over the requirements of this specification when the regulation results in a higher standard of performance.

1. Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Publications:

a. 29 CFR 1910.20 Access to Employee Exposure and Medical Records

b. 29 CFR 1920.134 Respiratory Protection

c. 29 CFR 1910.145 Specifications for Accident Prevention Signs and Tags

d. 29 CFR 1926.1101 Asbestos’ Tremolite, Anthophylite, and Actinolite

e. 40 CFR 61, Subpart A General Provisions

f. 40 CFR 61, Subpart M National Emission Standard for Hazardous Air

Pollutants (NESHAP)

g. 40 CFR 241 Guidelines for the Land Disposal of Solid Wastes

h. 40 CFR 257 Criteria for Classification of Solid Waste Disposal Facilities

i. 40 CFR 763 Appendix C to Subpart E Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan

j. 49 CFR 171 and 172 Department of Transportation (DOT) General

Information

k. 49 CFR 171 and 172 Hazardous Material Transportation

2. American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Publications:

a. Z9.2-79 Fundamentals Governing the Design and Operation of Local Exhaust

Systems

b. Z88.2-80 Practices for Respiratory Protection

3. National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Publications:

a. Manual of Analytical Methods, 2nd Ed., Vol. 1, Physical and Chemical

Analysis Method (P&CAM):

b. Method 239 Asbestos Fibers in Air

c. Method 7400 Fibers (NI, 3rd Ed., Vol. 1)

4. Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) Publication:

a. 586-77 (R 1982) Test Performance of High Efficiency Particulate, Air Filter

Units

17.5 DEFINITIONS

A. Refer to Federal and State Regulations for definitions of terms used in this document.

17.6 PROTECTION OF GOVERNMENT PROPERTY

A. All abatement work shall be performed without damage to or contamination of adjacent areas, equipment or materials. Should existing equipment or materials become damaged or contaminated by work done under this contract, the contractor shall restore all areas to original condition at no additional cost to the government.

17.7 MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Upon request of the Government, the contactor shall provide documentation for the workers initial and annual medical surveillance requirements.

17.8 TRAINING

A. The contactor shall provide documentation (as required in the Submittals, Section 1.12) that the workers are trained and certified in accordance with state and federal regulations and have completed the requirements for the annual 8 hour refresher course(s) for the work areas in which they are certified. Training for asbestos abatement professionals is required under the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act of 1986 (AHERA), which is the authority under which EPA issued the EPA Asbestos Model Accreditation Plan

(MAP) (40 CFR Part 763, Appendix C to Subpart E). The MAP established five required training disciplines (worker, contractor/supervisor, inspector, management planner, and project designer) and one recommended discipline (project monitor).

17.9 LICENSES, PERMITS, AND NOTIFICATIONS

A. The contractor is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits in conjunction with asbestos removal, hauling, and disposal. Provide timely notification of such actions as may be required by federal, state, regional, and/or local authorities. Notification requirements shall be 10 days prior to the commencement of work in accordance with applicable CALEPA and EPA regulations. Submit a copy of this notification to the

Contracting Officers Representative (COR).

B. Notify the COR at least 48 hours prior beginning work. Failure to obtain proper permits, or failure to make proper notification, or beginning work without first coordinating with the COR in advance, will be sufficient grounds for termination of this contract.

C. EPA AHERA certification is required for all individuals engaged in any aspect of asbestos abatement or design. This certification shall be current.

17.10 SAFETY AND HEALTH COMPLIANCE

A. In addition to detailed requirements of this specification, comply with laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations of federal, state, regional, and local authorities regarding handling, storing, transporting, and disposing of asbestos waste materials. Comply with the applicable requirements of the current issue of 29 CFR 1926.1101 and 40 CFR 61, Subparts A and M. Where specification requirements and performance documents vary, the most stringent requirement shall apply.

17.11 RESPIRATOR PROGRAM

A. Upon request by the Government, the contractor shall submit documentation of an established respiratory protection program as required by ANSI Z88.2 and 29 CFR

1910.134.

17.12 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittals shall be provided to the COR for approval 10 working days prior to commencing work involving asbestos materials.

1. The contracting firm shall provide documentation of the company’s qualifications in asbestos removal work and that the employed workers are trained and certified by EPA (see section 7.1, Training) for their respective discipline.

2. Asbestos Work Plan: Submit a detailed, project design plan of the work procedures to be used in the removal and abatement of materials containing asbestos. The plan shall be prepared and signed by the certified Project Designer. Such plan shall include a sketch showing the location, size, and details of asbestos control areas, location, layout, and details of the decontamination area, and locations of local exhaust equipment. The plan shall indicate all temporary utilities and include interface of trades involved in the construction, sequencing of asbestos-related work, disposal plan, type of wetting agent to be used, air monitoring, respirators, protective equipment, and a detailed description of the method to be employed in order to control site access and the generation of air-borne asbestos including contingencies for containment breach, and fire. The plan must be approved by the government prior to the start of any asbestos work. Prior to beginning work, the

Contractor shall meet with the COR to discuss in detail the asbestos plan, including work procedures and safety precautions.

3. Air Monitoring Plan: Submit a detailed air monitoring plan to address monitoring of the site and adjacent areas prior to, during, and after completion of the asbestos work. The air monitoring section shall address the use of a qualified independent third party (such as an Industrial Hygienist) not employed by the abatement contractor to perform any required air monitoring for this contract. This qualified person shall be EPA Contractor/Supervisor or Project Monitor certified for asbestos projects. If monitoring outside the asbestos control area shows airborne concentrations have reached the action level, stop work, correct the condition(s) causing the increase, and notify the COR immediately. In areas where the construction of an enclosed asbestos control area is not required, after initial Time

Weighted Averages (TWA’s) are established, and provided the same type of work is performed, provide personal and area monitoring at the designated limits of the asbestos work area at a frequency noted in the asbestos work plan. This plan must be approved by the government prior to the start of any asbestos work. Prior to beginning work, the Contractor shall meet with the COR to discuss in detail the asbestos air monitoring plan.

4. Testing Laboratory: Submit the name, address, and certification documents of the testing laboratory selected to perform all sample analysis when required by this contract. The lab shall be certified under the National Voluntary Lab Accreditation program (NVLAP) and American Industrial Hygiene Agency (AIHA) accredited.

5. Landfill: Submit evidence that the landfill selected is approved for disposal of asbestos by the EPA, State, and local regulatory agencies.

6. Submit proof of Insurance: Contractor shall submit proof of an active occurrence type liability insurance policy that covers asbestos abatement. Claims made policies are unacceptable.

7. Submit evidence of notification: Contractor shall submit documentation of the required notification to the CalEPA/EPA (as applicable), as specified in paragraph

“Licenses, Permits, and Notifications” above, prior to starting work.

8. Air Monitoring results: Submit documentation of fiber counts. Submit monitoring results to the COR within 24 hours of receipt, signed by Director of the testing laboratory.

9. Waste shipment records: Submit completed waste shipment records for regulated asbestos containing materials [RACM] as required by the National Emission

Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants [NESHAPS] regulations. The term

“owner” shall refer to the Government. The term “operator” shall refer to the contractor. The signature block for the operator shall be signed by an authorized agent of the contractor. At the completion of the project, submit a final report. This report shall contain, all air monitoring results, all clearance testing results, and the

WSR record for disposal of the asbestos removed.

10. Written notification to the CO no less than two weeks prior to beginning work of the abatement schedule. This building is in use by our dispatch center, and it takes a substantial amount of planning to relocate our dispatch services.

17.13 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

A. Payment shall be a lump sum for the removal and disposal of existing asbestos tile and flooring materials that cover the asbestos tile and will include and all equipment, material, work and incidentals required to complete the item as shown on the drawings.

PART 18 - PRODUCTS

18.1 EQUIPMENT

A. Warning Signs and Labels: Provide warning signs in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR

1926.1101 at all approaches to asbestos control areas. Provide all drums, bags, wrapped components, or other similar asbestos laden containers with appropriate warning labels.

B. Back-up Generator: During abatement of friable asbestos, the contractor may be required to provide an auxiliary back-up generator to supply power automatically to negative air system should commercial power fail. This requirement will be spelled out specifically in this specification if required.

C. Local Exhaust System: Local exhaust systems (for enclose work areas) must be installed and operated in accordance with ANSI Z9.2. The contractor shall notify the COR immediately of any variance in the pressure differential which could cause exposure of adjacent unsealed areas to asbestos fiber concentrations in excess of 0.01 fibers/cc.

D. Temporary Utilities: The contractor must supply water and power to the work site as necessary. In most cases, though not always, electrical power and cold water for use will be available within 200 ft of work site. The contractor may be required to provide electricity with an electric generator or to transport water onto the work site for use.

However, hot water in quantities needed for showers will not be available and must be provided by the contractor.

PART 19 - EXECUTION

19.1 WORK AREA

A. Perform asbestos-related work in accordance with OSHA, EPA, and any State California regulations, and as specified herein.

1. Asbestos Control Area Requirements: The construction of a totally enclosed asbestos control area may at times be impractical or impossible within the project limits (such as for outdoor asbestos work). When this determination is made, the contractor may submit the details of alternative control measures as part of the

Asbestos Work Plan. Provide a 20-foot roped off perimeter around the area where the asbestos handling procedures are performed and maintain other requirements for asbestos control areas.

2. Control Area Requirements…