Attach_2_IRV Rm2309 Exhaust Specs.pdf

FDA IRV Rm 2309 Irvine, California

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SECTION 00 01 10 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 00 -- PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 01 07 - Seals Page 00 01 10 - Table of Contents

SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 01 -- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 10 00 - Summary 01 14 00 - Work Restrictions 01 25 00 - Substitution Procedures 01 26 00 - Contract Modification Procedures 01 30 00 - Project Management Information System 01 31 00 - Project Management and Coordination

01 32 00 - Construction Progress Documentation 01 33 00 - Submittal Procedures 01 40 00 - Quality Assurance and Quality Control Requirements 01 42 00 - General References 01 50 00 - Temporary Facilities and Controls 01 60 00 - Product Requirements 01 70 00 - Execution Requirements 01 59 50 - Safety and Health 01 73 10 - Cutting and Patching 01 73 20 - Selective Demolition 01 73 50 - Fire Prevention Precautions for Hot Work 01 74 10 - Contruction Indoor Air Quality Management 01 74 19 - Construction Nonhazardous Waste Management and Removal 01 77 00 - Closeout Procedures 01 78 10 - Project Record Documents 01 82 00 - Demonstration and Training 01 91 13 - General Commissioning Requirements

DIVISION 02 THROUGH 06 (NOT USED)

DIVISION 07 -- THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 07 05 10 - Existing Roof Modifications Section 07 72 00 - Roof Accessories

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Darrel.Wilmoth Strikethrough 01 26 00 - Contract Modification Procedures 01 30 00 - Project Management Information System 01 31 00 - Project Management and Coordination

Darrel.Wilmoth Strikethrough 01 32 00 - Construction Progress Documentation

Darrel.Wilmoth Strikethrough 01 10 00 - Summary

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DIVISION 08 THROUGH 22 (NOT USED)

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

23 00 00 - Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Basic Requirements 23 05 29 - Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment 23 05 93 - Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 23 09 00 - Instrumentation and Control Performance Specifications 23 09 13 - Variable Frequency Drives 23 31 00 - HVAC Ducts and Casings 23 33 00 - Air Duct Accessories 23 34 00 - HVAC Fans

DIVISION 25 -- INTEGRATED AUTOMATION (NOT USED)

DIVISION 26 -- ELECTRICAL

26 00 00 - Electrical Basic Requirements 26 05 09 - Equipment Wiring 26 05 19 - Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 26 05 26 - Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 26 05 29 - Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems 26 05 33 - Raceways 26 05 34 - Boxes 26 05 53 - Identification for Electrical Systems 26 27 26 - Wiring Devices 26 28 00 - Overcurrent Protective Devices 26 28 16 - Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers

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SECTION 01 14 00 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. The Contractor shall submit a Site Logistics plan, Accident Prevention Plan, and Quality Control Plan to the CO for review and approval before issuance of the NTP. At a Minimum the Site Logistics Plan shall contain a written and illustrated document that addresses the following sections.

1. Document Existing Conditions surrounding the project premises

B. The Contractor will review and document the existing conditions surrounding the project premises.

Provide documentation to FDA prior to the commencement of any construction activity.

C. The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the work in areas indicated, and to allow for Government occupancy and public use.

1. Confine operations at the site to areas indicated in plans. Do not disturb facility and propertyions of the site beyond the areas in which Work is indicated.

2. Keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available at all times to the Government, Government employees and to visitors. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

3. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of material and equipment on site. Note that there is no location available within the building for storage of materials.

4. Maintain facility operations in a safe and functional condition throughout the construction period.

Repair damage caused by construction operations to the satisfaction of the government. Take precautions to protect the facility, its occupants and the public during the construction period. A representative of the Contractor shall be available to arrive on site within one (1) hour of notice should an emergency occur.

5. Keep active roadways and work areas free from accumulation of waste material, rubbish, construction debris and construction materials.

6. Use of the existing site access will be shared with Government activities on a first-come-first-served, wait-your-turn basis. The loading dock is available for the delivery of materials, tools, and supplies between 6 AM and 4 PM.

7. Existing materials and equipment that are removed as part of the construction operations, and that are not reused or designated to be salvaged as Government property, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the site. Storage or sale of excess salvageable materials and equipment is not permitted on site.

8. Pollution producing equipment shall not be located near air intakes where airborne smoke or fumes could be drawn into buildings. When not required for powering unloading operations, turn off engines when parked.

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9. The contractor shall submit a silica work exposure plan that must be sufficient to minimize the release of visible dust and minimize the accumulation of visible airborne dust before commencing construction activities.

10. Smoking is not permitted in or around buildings, see Facilities Management Regulation (FMR) Case 2008-102—3. Also see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 41 CFR Part 102-74.

11. Tobacco use is not permitted anywhere within the property (area within the black fencing). This includes, but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, vape, smokeless tobacco, etc.

12. Limited parking will be available on site during working hours for building occupants. The Contractor and Contractor's employees shall make their own arrangements for vehicle parking off site as necessary.

13. Cell Phones: Contractor is to provide company cell phones during this contract. Cell phones are only permitted in construction areas and contractor’s office space.

14. No apparatus with an open flame is allowed to be used within the facility or property without the prior receipt of a burn permit. Contact the Field Office to obtain burn permits. Burn permits are required for each separate occurrence.

15. Permits: Refer to FAR 52.236-7

16. The work shall be sequenced to minimize disruption to facility operations, visitors, and maintenance activities. To the greatest extent feasible, demolition work should not take place until supplies are on hand to perform new work.

17. Coordinate with the FDA Building Manager and the COR for site access.

18. Coordinate with the FDA Building Manager and the COR on correct response procedures for any building system alarms occurring during or resulting from the construction process.

19. All facility systems outside the immediate construction area shall be kept fully operational during normal working hours.

20. Coordinate with the FDA building manager as to the use of cameras within the laboratory faclilities.

1.2 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

A. The FDA will occupy the site during the entire period of construction. Cooperate with the FDA's representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts, mitigate noise, and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work in a manner that does not interfere with FDA operations.

B. FDA reserves the right to occupy, place, and install equipment in completed areas of the construction prior to Substantial Completion, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. The FDA's installation of equipment and partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1. Upon occupancy, FDA will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for the occupied portions of the work site.

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1.3 WORKING HOURS

A. Government Occupied Hours: Government personnel are scheduled to occupy the building during the following hours on weekdays, Monday through Friday, except for established Government Holidays;

typically 6 AM to 4 PM.

B. Government Unoccupied Hours: Government personnel are not scheduled to occupy the building during times not indicated as Government Occupied Hours.

C. Contractor's General Working Hours: The Contractor working hours shall be generally established to occur during Government Occupied Hours. Any work which may require outages of systems that impact laboratory operations is preferred to occur after hours or during weekends.

D. Contractor's Required Working Hours: The following work shall be performed during Government Unoccupied Hours:

1. Noisy, vibration, and/or odor-producing work that may disrupt FDA operations must be approved a minimum of 7 days in advance.

E. Work accomplished during Government Unoccupied Hours shall be performed at no additional cost to the Government. Contractor shall submit a proposed schedule and gain the Contracting Officer's approval at least 3 days before proceeding with any work during Government Unoccupied Hours.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT APPLICABLE)

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SECTION 01 25 00 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Government is providing the references included in this subsection for information purposes only and is not intended to provide a comprehensive, all-inclusive list of any and all potentially relevant portions of the Contract Documents. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

B. Related Sections:

1. GSA 01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Proposed changes to the Contract Documents by the Contractor for products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction.

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

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

1.4 SUBMITTALS FOR CAUSE OR CONVENIENCE:

A. Substitution Requests: Per Submittal Procedures GSA 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES submit electronic copies through PMIS of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Substitution Request Form:

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

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

b. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable specification section. Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, energy and resource performance goals, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

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

d. Samples, where applicable or requested.

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

f. List of similar installations for completed projects with project name, location and contact information of owner and architect/engineer of record.

g. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

h. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for the project, when applicable for the proposed substitution.

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

Provide a schedule fragnet with a time impact analysis to allow the Government to consider the proposed substitution.

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

k. Proposed substitution complies with requirements in the Contract Documents except as indicated in the substitution request, is compatible with related materials, and is appropriate for applications indicated.

l. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to provide a contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

3. The Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative (CO) or (COR) Action: If necessary, the Contracting Officer or COR will request additional information or documentation for evaluation. The Contractor shall be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals within a reasonable time, given the volume or complexity of the submittals and the criticality of the affected activities to Substantial Completion as may be indicated in the Project Schedule. The Contractor shall not be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals containing variations from Contract requirements in less than twenty working days. (Coordinate with 013300 Submittals).

B. Failure by the government to respond does not constitute acceptance of the proposed substitution.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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

1.6 PROCEDURES

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

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBSTITUTIONS

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

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

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

b. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

c. If requested substitution involves schedule impact Contractor has identified time impact and a mitigation plan.

d. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

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

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

g. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

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

B. Substitutions for Convenience the contracting Officer (CO) will consider requests for substitution if received within 30 days of contract award, submittals received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of the CO or the COR.

1. Conditions: The CO will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied.

a. Requested substitution offers the Government a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional obligations the Government incurs..

b. Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

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

d. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

e. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

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

g. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

h. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

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

PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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SECTION 01 33 00 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes certain administrative and procedural requirements for shop drawings, coordination drawings, schedules, samples and certain other quality assurance submittals.

B. This section does not include requirements and timelines for the following submittals that are included in their respective sections:

1. Inspection and test reports specified in 01 40 00 QUALITY ASSURANCE & QUALITY CONTROL

REQUIREMENTS.

2. Warranties specified in 01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS.

3. Closeout submittals specified in 01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES.

4. Record documents specified in 01 78 10 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS.

5. Operation, maintenance and instruction manuals specified in 01 78 22 OPERATION and

MAINTENANCE DOCUMENTATION.

6. Reports, schedules and other submittals specified in 01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

DOCUMENTATION.

7. Construction Safety and Health Plan as described in 01 59 50 SAFETY and HEALTH.

8. Contractor's Hazard Communication Plan (HCP) as described in 01 59 50 SAFETY and HEALTH.

9. Waste Management Plan as described in 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION and

01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION NONHAZARDOUS WASTE MANAGEMENT & DISPOSAL.

10. Contractor's Quality-Control Plan as described in 01 40 00 QUALITY ASSURANCE & QUALITY

CONTROL REQUIREMENTS.

11. Cutting and Patching Plan as described in 01 73 10 CUTTING & PATCHING.

12. Construction Indoor Air Quality Management Plan as described in 01 74 10 CONSTRUCTION

INDOOR AIR QUALITY MANAGEMENT.

C. Shop drawings, coordination drawings and schedules are further categorized and defined as follows:

1. Shop drawings include drawings and schedules prepared for specific parts of the project, except for coordination drawings.

2. Coordination drawings are specified in 01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT & COORDINATION.

3. Product data includes manufacturer's standard catalogs, pamphlets and other printed materials that show and describe materials and items, and includes but is not limited to the following:

a. Product specifications.

b. Installation instructions.

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c. Color charts.

d. Catalog cuts.

e. Rough-in diagrams and templates.

f. Wiring diagrams.

g. Performance curves.

h. Operational range diagrams.

i. Mill reports.

D. Samples of actual materials and items shall be provided at such scale to allow delivery for review, as well as for field samples or mock-ups of full-size physical examples erected on-site or elsewhere, to establish a true-scale standard by which the corresponding work will be judged or a standard for compliance testing.

1. Other quality assurance submittals include materials specifically prepared for the project, except drawings and schedules, and include but are not limited to the following:

2. Design data and calculations.

3. Certifications of compliance or conformance.

4. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

E. Approvals do not supersede requirements of the contract documents.

1.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities and with the Submittal Schedule specified in 01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION. Unless otherwise specified, submittals shall be transmitted via GSA’s electronic Project Management (GSA’s Project Management System) system as PDF electronic files to GSA according to the contractor’s approved construction schedule and submittal schedule. Transmit each submittal sufficiently in advance of the scheduled performance of related construction activities to avoid delaying the Work, allowing for the review times specified for submittals.

1. Coordinate each submittal with other submittals and related activities that require sequential scheduling, to allow for testing, purchase, fabrication and product delivery in a timely manner.

2. Schedule transmittal of different categories of submittals for the same element of Work and for different elements of related parts of the Work at the same time. Notwithstanding the foregoing sentence, the Contractor shall provide a complete submittal package for each Division of the specification so as to enable the Government to review the related sections together. Coordinate submittals to enable approvals and acceptances so as not to inhibit orderly progress of the Work.

3. Post electronic submittals as PDF electronic files directly to the GSA’s Project Management System specifically established for the Project. GSA will return an annotated file. Annotate and retain one copy of file as an electronic project record document file.

4. Allow sufficient time for submittal review, corrections following the initial review, and re-submittal review before activities scheduled after the submittal approval.

5. Failure on the part of the Contractor to indicate approval or acceptance on submittals prior to submission to Contracting Officer will result in their being returned to the Contractor without being acted upon.

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6. Any resubmission required after Government review shall be made within 10 calendar days after return of the submittal, unless specifically authorized otherwise by GSA.

7. Submittals which are determined to be incomplete or otherwise substandard will be returned to the Contractor with no further review. Delays due to incomplete or rejected submittals will not be excused.

8. Construction will not be allowed to proceed if submittals are not received in a timely manner, and will not result in an extension to the Contractor's Construction Schedule.

9. Failure by the Contractor to provide the required submittals in a timely manner may result in withheld payments until submittals are up-to-date.

10. Maintain one complete set of submittals at project site.

11. Maintain an organized submittal register at project site. This will be an agenda item for progress meetings.

12. The contractor to schedule and allow a minimum of ten working days for the Architect/Engineer submittal review. The comment period initiates upon the receipt of the submission by the office performing the primary review. The period commences upon issue of the submittal by the office performing the primary review. In the event the architect/engineer receives an extraordinary lengthy or complex submittal whose review may not be able to be accomplished within the stipulated submittal review period, architect/engineer to notify the Construction Manager Agency (CMa) in writing with a request for extended review period within 3 working days of receipt of the submittal. Such submittals may include structural steel, curtain wall, or complex systems requiring coordination with other systems.

B. Submittal Identification and Information: Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

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

2. Name file with submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

a. File name shall use Contract number and Specification Section number followed by a decimal point and then a sequential number (e.g., LNHS-061000.01). Re-submittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., LNHS-061000.01.A).

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

4. Coordinate with 01 30 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEM and regional GSA’s Project Management System team. Transmittal Form for Electronic Submittals: Use software-generated form from electronic project management software acceptable to GSA.

a. Project name.

b. GSA project number.

c. Date.

d. Name and address of Architect.

e. Name of Contractor.

f. GSA contract number.

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g. Name of firm or entity that prepared the submission.

h. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

i. Category and type of submittal.

j. Submittal purpose and description.

k. Specification Section number and title.

l. Specification paragraph number or drawing designation and generic name for each of multiple items.

m. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

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

o. Related physical samples submitted directly.

p. Indication of full or partial submission.

q. Transmittal number, numbered consecutively.

r. Submittal and transmittal distribution record.

s. Other necessary identification.

5. Include the following information as keywords in the electronic file metadata:

a. Project name.

b. GSA project number.

c. Contract number.

d. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

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

f. Manufacturer name.

g. Product name and model number.

1.3 SHOP DRAWINGS AND COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Submit originally prepared information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not reproduce Contract Documents or copy standard printed materials as the basis for Shop Drawings and Coordination Drawings.

1. Include at minimum the following information on Shop Drawings and Coordination Drawings:

2. Dimensions.

3. Identification of products and materials.

4. Compliance with specified standards.

5. Notation of coordination requirements.

6. Notation of dimensions established by field measurements.

7. Highlighted or circled deviations from the Contract Documents.

B. Sheet size: Except for templates, patterns and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings and Coordination Drawings on sheets of at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches (215 by 280 mm) but no larger than 30 by 40 inches (750 by 1000 mm).

C. Submittals: Unless otherwise indicated, submit one electronic file (.pdf) of each drawing submission through GSA’s Project Management System. The file will be marked with action taken and returned.

D. Distribution: When submittal is approved or accepted, Contractor shall prepare final electronic files, for the following purposes.

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1.4 PRODUCT DATA

A. Collect Product Data into a single submittal for each system or element of construction. Mark each copy to show specific product choices and options applicable to the project. Product Data shall include the following information, where applicable:

1. Manufacturer's printed recommendations.

2. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

3. Compliance with recognized testing standards.

4. Applicability of testing agency labels and seals.

5. Notation of dimensions verified for fit by field measurements.

6. Notation of coordination requirements.

B. Preliminary Submittal: Prior to submission of complete Product Data, submit a preliminary single copy of that part of Product Data when selection of options is required, such as for color charts. Preliminary submittal will be returned, with selection noted, for the Contractor's use in subsequent submittals.

C. Submittals: Unless otherwise indicated, submit one electronic copy of each Product Data submittal.

One original copy will be retained and a copy will be marked with action taken and returned to the contractor.

1. Distribution: When submittal is approved or accepted, Contractor shall distribute copies for the following purposes:

2. One copy shall be marked and retained as a "Record Document."

3. Additional copies shall be provided to the manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, installers, governing authorities and others as required for performance of the applicable construction activities.

4. Copies required for operation and maintenance manuals

1.5 SAMPLES

A. Submit full-size, fully fabricated samples, cured and finished in the manner specified. Samples shall be physically identical to the material or product proposed for use.

B. Mount, display, or package samples to facilitate review of kind, color, pattern, texture and other qualities indicated, as a final check of these characteristics with other elements and for comparison of these characteristics with those of the actual component delivered and installed.

C. Where variation in color, pattern, texture or other characteristic is inherent in the material or product, submit at least 3 multiple units that show approximate limits of the variations.

D. Refer to other specification sections for requirements for samples that illustrate workmanship, fabrication techniques, and details of assembly, connections, operations and similar construction characteristics.

E. Refer to other specification sections for samples to be returned to the Contractor for incorporation in the Work. Such samples must be in undamaged condition at time of use.

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F. Preliminary Submittal: Where color, pattern, texture or similar characteristics are specified to be selected from a manufacturer's range of standard choices, submit a preliminary single set sample of available choices prior to submission of the complete sample. Preliminary submittal will be returned, with selection noted, for the Contractor's use in subsequent submittals.

G. Submittals: Unless otherwise indicated and except for field samples or mock-ups of full-size physical examples erected on-site or elsewhere, submit not less than Edit three (3) or _X_ sets of each sample submittal. One copy will be marked with action taken and returned. Comply with requirements in the individual specification section for field samples and mockups.

H. Distribution: Except for field samples or mockups, when submittal is approved, Contractor shall distribute approved copies for the following purposes:

1. One copy shall be marked and retained as a "Record Document" at the Project Site, and shall be available for comparison throughout the course of construction activity.

2. Additional copies shall be provided to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, installers, governing authorities and others as required for performance of the applicable construction activities.

1.6 OTHER QUALITY CONTROL SUBMITTALS

A. Submit other quality control submittals in compliance with requirements in the individual specification sections, including Division 1.

B. Certifications: Submit notarized certifications indicating compliance with specified requirements.

Certifications shall be signed by an individual authorized to sign on behalf of the Contractor.

1.7 REVIEW ACTION ON SUBMITTALS

A. For electronic submittals:

1. Submit electronic submittals via GSA’s Project Management System as PDF electronic files.

2. GSA will return an annotated file. Annotate and retain one copy of file as an electronic Project record document file.

B. Compliance with specified characteristics is the Contractor's responsibility, and is not part of the Contracting Officer's review and indication of action taken.

The contract documents shall prevail in case of review action conflict.

C. Submittals without approval or acceptance shall not be used.

D. Action Stamp:

1. Team to decide if paper submittals are required and how many. For paper or non-electronic submittal: Each submittal will be stamped with a uniform action stamp. The stamp shall be marked to indicate one of the following actions taken:

a. For electronic submittal: Provide a digital signature with digital certificate on electronically submitted certificates and certifications where indicated. For notarized signature if required, provide paper copies for signature.

b. Final Unrestricted Release: Where marked "Approved" or "Accepted", the work covered by the submittal may proceed, provided it complies with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

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c. Final But Restricted Release: Where marked "Approved " or "Accepted" "As Noted", the work covered by the submittal may proceed, provided it complies with the notations or corrections on the submittal and with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

d. Return for Re-submittal: Where marked "Not Approved" or "Not Accepted", ``Revise and Resubmit", do not proceed with the work covered by the submittal, including purchasing, fabrication, delivery or any other activity. Revise or prepare a new submittal according to the notations on the submittal or on the return transmittal. Resubmit without delay, repeating as necessary to obtain a final release action mark.

e. No Action: Where a submittal is for the record or for information or for another purpose not requiring review action, the submittal may not be returned or may be returned and marked "Action Not Required."

E. 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 submission because standard published 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 catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Testing by a recognized testing agency.

f. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

g. Notation of coordination requirements.

h. Availability and delivery time information.

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

a. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Operational range diagrams.

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

5. Submit Product Data before or concurrent with Samples.

6. Submit Product Data in the following format:

a. PDF electronic file.

1.8 SUBSTITUTION REQUEST PROCEDURES

A. Substitution Requests: Refer to GSA FY23 01 25 00 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES.

PART 2 PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE)

PART 3 EXECUTION (NOT APPLICABLE)

END OF SECTION 01 33 00

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SECTION 01 40 00 - QUALITY ASSURANCE & CONTROL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control services.

1. See section 01 73 10 CUTTING & PATCHING for repair of work in place.

B. Quality Assurance & Control: The Contractor is solely responsible for developing, implementing, and providing for all quality control and related processes in the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan to ensure that all parts of the project meet or exceed all of the requirements as set forth in the Contract Documents.

1. The testing and inspections indicated in the Specifications (Testing) is a spot checking program identified by the A/E per the design or building code requirements, performed by an Independent Testing Agency (Agency), and is not intended as a portion of the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

2. The presence of the GSA and/or representative shall in no way relieve the Contractor of his obligation to perform the work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

3. The Testing indicated in the Specifications cannot be used to refute conditions of suspected poor quality observed in the field.

4. In order to provide for a measure of the Contractor’s quality control, the Government, either with its own employees or contractors, may continuously monitor the Contractor’s quality control and related processes. This monitoring is not a part of the Contractor’s Quality Control Plan.

5. To the extent that the Contractor fails or otherwise refuses or neglects to develop, implement, or provide for all quality control and related processes, GSA may, in addition to any other available remedies under the Contract, elect to perform quality assurance beyond that indicated in the Specifications and charge the Contractor for any and all costs related thereto.

C. Quality assurance and quality control include tests, inspections and related actions, including reports, performed by the Contractor, manufacturers, independent agencies or governing authorities.

1. These testing and inspection services are required for products, customized fabrication and installation procedures as well as for items to be professionally designed by the Contractor (delegated design).

2. Product testing shall be done by a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory (NRTL) and National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program (NVLAP), or other GSA approved testing facility.

D. The independent quality assurance testing and inspection (Testing) requirements for individual construction materials and activities are included in the Specification sections that specify those construction materials and activities.

E. Mock-ups: Full-size physical assemblies that are constructed on-site unless otherwise directed by GSA.

Mock-ups are constructed to verify selections made under Sample submittals; to demonstrate visual effects as well as qualities of materials and execution; to review coordination, testing, or operation; to show interface between dissimilar materials; and to demonstrate compliance with specified installation

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F. Definitions

1. Source Quality Control Testing is done at the product source.

2. Field Quality Control Testing is done on site.

1.2 TESTING AND INSPECTION REPORTS

A. The Contractor’s testing agency(ies) and the Agency, where they perform the services, shall submit a certified written report in PMIS of each test, inspection or other quality control service using the workflow process of the PMIS. Maintain a log both of accepted and rejected reports including corrective actions taken and date of retesting and compliance.

1. Paper Copies: In addition to uploading report copies to PMIS the “Agency” shall also send certified copies of test and inspection reports as specified to the following parties:

a. 2 copies to the Government.

b. 2 copies to the CMA or Contractor

c. 2 copies to the A/E

2. Testing and inspection reports shall include but not be limited to the following:

a. Date of issue.

b. Project title and number.

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

d. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

e. Names of individuals making the test or inspection.

f. Designation of the work and test method.

g. Identifications of product and specification section.

h. Complete test or inspection data.

i. Test results and an interpretation of test results.

j. Ambient conditions at the time of sample taking and testing.

k. Certify whether tested or inspected Work complies with Contract Document requirements.

l. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

m. Recommendations on retesting.

3. All quality operations shall within 24 hours notify, by personal contact and written notice, GSA's representative and the Contractor of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of their services.

4. All quality operations shall maintain a log of all their tests and inspections and a separate log of those that do not conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents. Both logs shall be published and reviewed weekly with the Contractor and the Government and/or at the weekly meeting.

1.3 RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Contractor Responsibilities: Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the Contractor shall provide the quality control services including those required by local jurisdictions.

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1. Obtain copies of applicable codes, standards, procedures, regulations, etc. relative to materials, procedures, testing and inspection on the Project and make those available at the Project site for reference.

B. Contractor shall submit each testing agency's firm name, and credentials to perform the specified services, to the Government for GSA's approval at least 15 calendar days before scheduled inspections or tests.

C. Retesting: The Contractor is responsible for retesting, including repeated inspections and other services, where results of the initial quality control services indicate noncompliance. The Contractor shall be responsible for the Agency or an equally qualified agency for these services. If the Agency does not provide the retesting or inspection, the Contractor shall be responsible for having the Agency observe the testing and inspection work.

1. Tests for Suspected Deficient Work: If in the opinion of the Government, any of the work of the Contractor that does not appear to conform to requirements, the Contractor shall make the tests that the Government deems advisable to determine its conformance to the Contract Documents.

2. The government shall pay the costs if the tests prove the suspected work to be satisfactory.

D. Associated Services: The Contractor shall cooperate with others, including the Agency, performing tests, inspections and other quality services, and shall provide reasonable auxiliary services as requested. Contractor shall notify the testing and inspection entities sufficiently in advance of operations to permit their timely assignment of personnel. Auxiliary services include but are not limited to the following:

1. Provide access to the work and all documents (Contract documents, shop drawings, product data, Contractor and Sub-Contractor testing and inspections, etc.).

2. Furnish incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate inspections and tests.

3. Provide adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing or assist the agency in taking samples.

4. Provide facilities for storage and curing of test samples and equipment.

5. Deliver samples to testing laboratories.

6. Provide security and protection of samples and test equipment at the Project site.

E. Duties of the Independent Testing Agency (Agency): The Agency engaged to perform tests, inspections and other quality services shall cooperate with GSA's representative and the Contractor in performance of the Agency's duties.

1. The Agency shall provide qualified personnel to perform required inspections and tests.

2. The Agency shall provide certifications and a list of personnel assigned to each portion of the work.

3. The Agency is not authorized to release, revoke, alter or enlarge requirements of the Contract Documents or approve or accept any portion of the Work.

4. The agency shall not perform any duties of the Contractor.

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5. The Testing Agency’s proposal shall contain the outlined Testing based on a unit price basis for tests and inspections and on an hourly basis for personnel.

6. The Agency shall certify the test results and observations.

7. The Agency shall interpret whether or not their results and observations meet specified Project requirements.

8. The Agency shall submit reports per Section: Testing and Inspection Reports, above.

9. The Agency shall maintain logs per Section: Testing and Inspection Reports, above.

10. The Agency shall review the applicable certificates of the Contractor’s personnel to verify the validity and current status of the certificate.

11. For construction personnel without necessary certificates, the Agency shall oversee the certification process of construction personnel to ensure their qualifications to perform the specified duties. The Contractor shall be responsible to the Agency for these services.

12. The Agency shall obtain and review the project plans and specifications with the Government as soon as possible prior to the start of construction.

13. The Agency shall attend pre construction conferences to coordinate materials inspection and testing requirements with the planned construction schedule. The Agency shall participate in such conferences where the Testing is indicated throughout the course of the project.

F. Independent Testing Agency Payment: The Contractor shall obtain and include the Agency’s cost in the Contract Sum.

1. The Contractor shall submit payments for the Agency, track the Agency’s budget and keep GSA informed on projected Agency costs and remaining budget.

2. Only GSA can modify the Agency’s scope.

G. Coordination: The Contractor shall coordinate the sequence of activities to accommodate required services with a minimum of delay.

1. Activities shall be coordinated to avoid the necessity of removing and replacing construction to accommodate inspections and tests.

2. The Contractor shall be responsible for scheduling times for inspections, tests, taking samples and similar activities.

1.4 QUALIFICATIONS OF THE INDEPENDENT TESTING AGENCY (AGENCY) AND CONTRACTOR TESTING AGENCIES

A. A qualified independent testing agency shall be an accredited entity engaged to perform tests and inspections, both at the Project site or elsewhere and to report on and to interpret results of those tests or inspections. Testing agencies shall be acceptable to GSA and the Agency shall be authorized by authorities having jurisdiction to operate in the jurisdiction where the project is located.

B. Unless other accreditation is specifically specified in the applicable individual section, each testing agency shall be prequalified as complying with the American Council of Independent Laboratories "Recommended Requirements for Independent Laboratory Qualifications", or shall be recognized by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) in accordance with 29 CFR Part 1910.7 to

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C. Testing agencies shall be authorized by authorities having jurisdiction to operate in the jurisdiction where the project is located. Testing agency qualifications: NRTL (Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory) per 29 CFR 1910.7, and NVLAP (National Voluntary Laboratory Accreditation Program) per NIST., and documented per ASTM 329 and is acceptable to GSA.

1.5 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

A. Contractor's Quality-Control Plan: Submit within 5 days from NTP for quality-control activities and responsibilities. Submit in electronic format and upload to PMIS. Identify personnel, procedures, controls, instructions, tests, records, and forms to be used to carry out Contractor's quality-control responsibilities. Coordinate with the construction schedule. The procedures, controls, inspections, and tests shall be indicated by specification section and shall include the specific actions that the Contractor’s QC team will take to verify compliance of the work with the specifications and drawings.

B. Quality-Control Personnel Qualifications: Engage qualified full-time personnel trained and experienced in managing and executing quality-assurance and quality-control procedures similar in nature and extent to those indicated in the Specifications.

1. Editor: Capital Projects must have an independent QC Manager; small projects may be able to have a dual role. Provide a project quality-control manager, who may also serve as Project Superintendent.

2. Submittal Procedure: Describe procedures for ensuring compliance with requirements through review and management of the submittal process. Indicate qualifications of personnel responsible for submittal review.

3. Describe process for continuous inspection during construction to identify and correct deficiencies in workmanship. Indicate types of corrective actions to be required to bring work into compliance with standards established by the Contract requirements and approved mock-ups.

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