Attachment 01 - BLA MBldg HVAC Statement of Work.pdf

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BLACKWELL JOB CORPS CCC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 010150

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. Work for this project requires the contractor to be responsible for supplying all labor, materials, equipment, utilities, miscellaneous items, freight and delivery and all necessary valid licenses for the work summarized as follows:

1. Base Item No. 1 –B0427-FURNACE AND AIR CONDITIONING

REPLACEMENTS

2. Base Item No. 2 –B0440-FURNACE REPLACEMENTS

3. Optional Item No. 3- B0425-MOTOR STARTER TROUBLESHOOTING

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at the Blackwell Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center located five miles from Laona, Wisconsin in Forest County. The address is 4155 County Highway H, Laona, WI 54541. Driving instructions can be obtained from the Center by calling 800-733-5627.

1.3 WORK HOURS

A. Work hours for this project are between 8:00 AM-4:30 PM Monday through Friday.

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

A. Confine constructions operations to immediate area of work. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Government will occupy site and buildings during entire construction period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations.

C. Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas and entrances to buildings clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Government.

1.5 DEFINITIONS

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A. The following terms in any combination relating to the installation of products/materials:

install, furnish, provide, or similar statements; mean that the contractor is responsible for the procurement and installation of the products unless it is specifically designated as either a government furnished item, supply only product, or spare.

1.6 STANDARDS AND CODES

A. All contract work shall adhere to the most recent version of:

1. All the International Code Council Family of codes (ICC) e.g. International

Building Code (IBC), International Fire Code (IFC), and International Mechanical Code (IMC).

2. All National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) codes and Standards e.g., NFPA 70: National Electrical Code (NEC), NFPA 1: Fire Code, and NFPA 101- Life Safety Code.

3. Architectural Barriers Act Standards (ABA or ABAAS).

4. Product Manufacturer’s installation instructions.

1.7 QUALIFICATIONS

A. When applicable to specific contract work items:

1. Electrical work shall be performed by journey level electricians licensed in the

State of contract performance or trainees/apprentices working under the direct supervision of State-licensed electrical supervisors (or State equivalent).

2. Plumbing work shall be performed by journey level plumbers licensed in the State of contract performance or trainees/apprentices working under the direct supervision of State-licensed plumbing supervisors (or State equivalent).

3. Fire Alarm work shall be performed by NICET certified fire alarm technicians.

1.8 ELECTRICAL INSPECTIONS

A. This Federal contract is exempt from State permitting requirements. However, new electrical work or modifications to existing systems; must be inspected by a third-party Inspector who is either State-licensed or ICC-certified. The Contractor will arrange for the inspection and pay any fees required for the inspection and associated report;

arrangement may include completion and submission of load calculations, permit applications, and any other required coordination. The Inspector does not have any jurisdictional authority on Federal projects. The USFS is the jurisdiction having authority. The inspection will be based on the most recent version of the NFPA 70 National Electric Code (NEC) and currently adopted State codes. A list of deficiencies with corresponding code reference is to be provided in a report signed by the inspector.

The addressee in the report is to be the Job Corps Center. The Inspector will provide a copy of their current inspection credentials with the inspection report. The Contractor will submit the report to the COR. The CO will determine which deficiency/violations will be enforced for the Contractor to fix.

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1.9 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Smoking is permitted on campus only in the designated smoking area.

1.10 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. Schedule of Items:

1. Provide pricing for all items listed in the Schedule of Items.

2. Contract award will be made for all Base Items.

3. Optional Items may or may not be awarded, depending on funding availability.

B. Base Items (BI):

1. Base Item No. 1 –B0427-FURNACE AND AIR CONDITIONING

REPLACEMENTS

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to:

i. Remove and replace ten (10) split systems (80kBtuH gas-fired furnaces and

3-ton condensing units) with new energy star rated systems. The following shall at a minimum be replaced:

1. Furnaces.

2. Condensing units.

3. DX coils.

4. Insulated refrigerant line sets with filter dryer, sight glass, and TXV.

Protect entire length of line sets located on the exterior of the building with aluminum weatherproof jacket.

5. Replace condensing unit disconnects with new NEMA rated disconnects of type and sized in accordance with condensing unit manufacturer’s requirements, replace conduit and conductors between new disconnect and new condensing units.

6. Replace thermostats with new 7-day programmable thermostats with programmable setback periods, re-use existing thermostat locking covers – verify new proposed t-stats will fit; replace covers if proposed t-stats don’t fit. Program thermostats to match existing heating/cooling temperature setpoints and setback periods.

7. Condensate drains and traps.

ii. Furnish and install UV light kits and duct access doors for maintenance in supply ductwork adjacent to coils for each system, interlock UV light kits with furnace fans; provide ANSI standard caution labels on duct access door.

iii. Reconnect (if applicable) existing damper controls and other components currently connected to furnace that will remain in service.

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iv. Existing ceiling access hatches in serving the two restroom furnaces are not large enough to remove the existing and install new furnaces through.

Selectively demo ceiling and ceiling joists to perform this work. Furnish and install replacement access doors large enough for future furnace replacement and situated for routine maintenance access to furnace, filters, and UV light kits. Provide shop drawings of proposed selective demolition, reconstruction, and access doors for approval prior to proceeding with selective demolition. Include dimensions of proposed door and furnace components. Include in work coordination with other systems and components that may be required to be moved or altered including electrical, lighting, etc.

v. Provide training to Center staff on operation, routine maintenance, and safety.

vi. Startup, operational test, and commission in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and furnish completion report to CO.

c. Deficiencies: #150677 & 153022.

2. Base Item No. 2 –B0440-FURNACE REPLACEMENTS

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to:

i. Remove and replace two existing gas-fired furnaces with new Energy Star and ASHRAE 90.1 rated furnaces of the same nominal BtuH rating (100kBtuH and 80kBtuH). Air conditioning condensing unit serving the West end of the building is of more recent installation and will not be replaced. The 80kBtuH furnace serving the restrooms is a heating only system without air conditioning. The furnace installations shall comply with referenced codes, standards, and manufacturer’s recommendations.

ii. Modify ducts as required to install new furnace filter trays or racks with access doors for each furnace.

iii. Replace sensors for furnace serving restrooms located in restrooms and RA room indicated master thermostat shall be 7-day programmable with setback periods and be compatible with new room sensors.

iv. Re-use existing disconnects, interlocks, duct detectors, gas pipe, branch circuits/raceways, flue/intake piping, drain piping, controls, overcurrent protection devices, and other components that are in good condition and as permissible by current code requirements.

v. Replace flexible duct connectors and duct section between furnace and flexible connector for each furnace.

vi. Startup, operational test, and commission in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and furnish completion report to CO.

c. Deficiencies: #133230.

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C. Optional Items (OI):

3. Optional Item No. 3- B0425-MOTOR STARTER TROUBLESHOOTING

REPAIR/REPLACE

a. Measurement: This item is measured as a Lump Sum quantity.

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to verify existing conditions of air handler controls, troubleshoot combination motor starter, repair or replace inoperable components.

c. Deficiencies: #151062

1.11 PRODUCTS

A. Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Equipment

1. GAS-FIRED FURNACES

a. Two-Stage or Modulating Variable Speed Condensing Gas Furnace

b. 120 V, 60 Hz, 1 Phase.

c. Efficiency: Energy Star Qualified, and Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) Designated, 95% AFUE minimum.

d. Orientation, Nominal Capacity, and Fan Airflow and Pressure Class: Match existing equipment nominal capacities and orientation.

e. Heat Exchanger:

(a) Primary: Aluminized or Stainless Steel.

(b) Secondary: Polyethylene or Stainless Steel.

f. Burner:

(a) Gas Valve: 100 percent safety two-stage or modulating main gas valve, main shutoff valve, pressure regulator, safety pilot with electronic flame sensor, limit control, transformer, and combination ignition/fan timer control board.

(b) Ignition: Electric pilot ignition, with hot-surface igniter or electric spark ignition.

g. Gas-Burner Safety Controls:

(a) Electronic Flame Sensor: Prevents gas valve from opening until pilot flame is proven; stops gas flow on ignition failure.

(b) Flame Rollout Switch: Installed on burner box; prevents burner operation.

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(c) Limit Control: Fixed stop at maximum permissible setting; de-energizes burner on excessive bonnet temperature; automatic reset.

h. Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace the following components of furnaces that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period

(a) Furnace Heat Exchanger: 5 years minimum.

2. AIR-COOLED COMBINATION COMPRESSOR AND CONDENSORS:

a. Variable Speed Air Conditioner.

b. 208-230V, 1 Phase.

c. Efficiency: Energy Star Qualified, and Federal Energy Management Program (FEMP) Designated, 15.2 SEER2, 12.0 EER and 13.8 IEER minimum.

d. Refrigerant: R410a.

e. Motor: Variable speed and includes thermal- and current-sensitive overload devices, start capacitor, relay, and contactor.

(a) 30-100% capacity variability.

f. Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace the following components of furnaces that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

(a) 5 years form date of Substantial Completion.

3.ACCESSORIES:

a. Thermostats: 7-day programmable thermostat with automatic switching and selectable heat and cool with a minimum of 4 temperature presets per day, and battery backup protection against power failure for program settings. Thermostat shall be coordinated with capabilities of furnace and cooling system - 2-stage or modulating and variable speed control.

(a) For B440 system: Provide controls that provide the same level of temperature monitoring as existing; and coordinated with capabilities of furnaces and cooling systems they serve.

b. Disposable Filters: 1” thick fiberglass with ASHRAE 52.2 MERV 6 or higher in sheet metal frame with access cover, door, or removable tray.

c. Vents: CPVC or PVC Schedule 40 complying with ASTM F441/F441M or D1785 respectively with compatible ASTM fittings and cement.

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d. Condensate Pipe and Trap: Schedule 40 PVC.

e. Duct Accessories:

(a) Flexible Connector:

i. Fire-Performance Characteristics: Adhesives, sealants, fabric materials, and accessory materials shall have flame-spread index not exceeding 25 and smoke-developed index not exceeding 50 when tested in accordance with

ASTM E84.

ii. Airstream Surfaces: Surfaces in contact with the airstream shall comply with requirements in ASHRAE 62.1.

iii. Materials: Flame-retardant or noncombustible fabrics.

iv. Coatings and Adhesives: Comply with UL 181, Class 1.

v. Minimum Weight: 26 oz./sq. yd.

vi. Tensile Strength: 480 lbf/inch in the warp and 360 lbf/inch in the filling.

vii. Service Temperature: Minus 40 to plus 200 deg F.

(b) Duct-Mounted Access Doors: Fabricate access panels in accordance with SMACNA's "HVAC Duct Construction Standards - Metal and Flexible"; Figure 7-2 (7-2M), "Duct Access Doors and Panels".

i. Door:

1. Furnish doors that are sized for two-hand access to the UV light kits and coils, large enough to perform routine in-situ inspection.

2. Double wall, rectangular.

3. Galvanized sheet metal with insulation and thickness compatible with duct pressure class.

4. Hinges and Latches: Butt or piano hinges with cam latches.

5. Fabricate door airtight and suitable for duct pressure class.

ii. Frame: Galvanized sheet steel, with bend-over tabs and foam gaskets.

(c) UV Light Kits: Furnish and install UV light kits, UL Listed, manufacturer approved for HVAC service in supply ducts. Select equipment rated for duct size, access, and airflow conditions. Interlock with HVAC fans.

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f. Refrigerant Piping: Copper Tube: ASTM B280, Type ACR.

(a) Filter Dryers, TXV, and Line Set Sizes: Select, furnish, install, adjust, and test line sets and accessories in accordance with HVAC equipment manufacturer’s instructions.

(b) Crankcase Heaters: Furnish and install crankcase heaters when recommended by manufacturer for installed system conditions.

(c) Piping Insulation:

i. Refrigerant Suction and Hot Gas Piping:

1. Flexible Elastomeric: 2 inches thick. Install with aluminum jacket on building exterior.

ii. Refrigerant Liquid Piping, in high temperature areas such as attics:

1. Flexible Elastomeric: 1 inch thick.

g. Gas Pipe: Comply with NFPA 54.

(a) Steel Pipe: ASTM A53/A53M, black steel, Schedule 40, Type E or SS, Grade B.

i. Malleable-Iron Threaded Fittings: ASME B16.3, Class 150, standard pattern.

ii. Wrought-Steel Welding Fittings: ASTM A234/A234M for butt welding and socket welding.

iii. Unions: ASME B16.39, Class 150, malleable iron with brass-to-iron seat, ground joint, and threaded ends.

(b) For final connection to equipment (5’ or less), Corrugated, Stainless Steel Tubing may be substituted for black steel pipe. Comply with Ansi/IAS LC

1/CSA 6.26.

i. Tubing: ASTM A240/A240M, corrugated, Series 300 stainless steel.

ii. Coating: PE with flame retardant.

iii. Surface-Burning Characteristics: As determined by testing identical products in accordance with ASTM E84 by qualified testing agency.

Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

iv. Flame-Spread Index: 25 or less.

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v. Smoke-Developed Index: 50 or less.

vi. Fittings: Copper-alloy mechanical fittings with ends made to fit and listed for use with corrugated stainless-steel tubing and capable of metal-to-metal seal without gaskets. Include brazing socket or threaded ends complying with ASME B1.20.1.

vii. Striker Plates: Steel, designed to protect tubing from penetrations.

h. Enclosed Switches/Disconnects: Furnish and install UL Listed, NEMA rated for location, fusible disconnects for outside units. Coordinate feed position, amp rating, and voltage with requirements of proposed outside units.

i. Conduits: All new conductors shall be in conduits and raceways with compatible fittings.

(a) Minimum Trade Size: ½”.

(b) Application Schedule:

i. Indoor, General: Type EMT, UL FJMX, including UL 797.

1. Material: Steel.

2. Interior & Exterior Coating: Zinc, or zinc w/ organic coating on interior.

ii. Indoor, Final Connection to equipment: Type EMT or Steel or Aluminum Flexible Metal Conduit (FMC-S), UL CCN DXUZ, including UL 1.:

1. Material: Steel or Aluminum.

iii. Outdoor: Type EMT, UL FJMX, including UL 797 with UL Listed liquid-tight fittings.

iv. Material: Steel.

v. Interior & Exterior Coating: Zinc.

vi. Outdoor, Final Connection to equipment: Type LFMC-S, UL DXHR Steel Liquid-tight Flexible Metal Conduit (LFMC-S) with UL Listed liquid-tight fittings.

1. Material: Steel with smooth interior, PVC outer jacket.

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j. Conductors: Utilize only copper wire complying with ASTM B3 for bare annealed copper for building wiring.

(a) Conductor Insulation: Type THHN and Type THWN-N complying with UL 854.

k. Metal Framing: Modify restroom ceiling framing using Cold-Formed Steel Framing Members that complies with AISI S240. Provide clips, fasteners, and miscellaneous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s standard details and catalog.

l. Access Door:

(a) Flush Access Doors with Exposed Flanges:

(b) Description: Face of door flush with frame, with exposed flange and concealed hinge.

(c) Locations: Ceiling.

(d) Size: Coordinate proposed size/access door submittal with B0427 restroom ceiling selective demolition and reconstruction submittals.

(e) Uncoated Steel Sheet for Door: Nominal 0.060 inch, 16 gage, factory finished.

(f) Metallic-Coated Steel Sheet for Door: Nominal 0.064 inch, 16 gage, factory finished.

(g) Frame Material: Same material, thickness, and finish as door.

(h) Latch and Lock: Cam latch, screwdriver operated.

(i) Factory Finished: Apply manufacturer's standard baked-enamel or powder-coat finish immediately after cleaning and pretreating, with minimum dry-film thickness of 1 mil for topcoat.

i. Color: As selected by Contracting Officer from full range of industry colors.

m. Ceiling Finish: Patch any ceiling finishes selectively demolished with matching material. Prime and paint patched areas to match surrounding ceiling color and sheen using zero VOC primer and latex paint. If selected ceiling paint is not an exact match, paint entire room ceilings to wall intersection.

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PART 2 – PROJECT SCHEDULE

2.1 PROJECT SCHEDULE

ITEM* REQUIRED DUE DATE (calendar days)

Pre-Construction Conference

Within 10 days of Award (virtually)

Notice To Proceed (NTP)

Issued first weekday after Pre-Construction Conference

Bonds 10 days after Award

Action and Informational Submittals

12 days after NTP (CORs have 12 days to return)

Closeout Submittals

Prior to CO acceptance of project

Contract Release form and final pay request

10 days after CO acceptance of project

* All items above must be included in Contractor’s construction schedule

PART 3 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

3.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Government approval.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require Government approval. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

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3.2 PROCEDURES

A. Contractor Responsibilities

1. Review each submittal and check for compliance with the Contract Documents.

2. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise identify deviations from the Contract Documents on submittals.

3. Include the following information on label or cover sheet 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. Date of Contractor’s approval.

i. Statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved by the Contractor for compliance with the Contract Documents.

4. The Government will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval and will return them without action.

5. Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless the

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

6. Submittals must be submitted in electronic PDF format. Submit to CO via email or electronic file transfer site.

7. Only final submittals with mark indicating action taken by Government are to be used for construction.

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

B. Processing Time: Time for review shall commence on CO's receipt of submittal.

1. Initial Review: Government will review initial submittal within 12 calendar days.

Additional time may be needed 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. Resubmittals: If resubmittal is necessary, it will be resubmitted within 3 calendar days, and reviewed by the Government within 3 calendar days.

3.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Action Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated at the end of this subsection.

B. Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

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1. Mark up each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

2. 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. Required Action Submittals

1. Product Data, installation manuals, application/selection manuals:

a. Furnaces, condensing units, dx coils, disconnects, refrigerant line sets, insulation, wraps.

b. Selective demolition, reconstruction, framing modifications, and access doors for B0427 bathroom furnace replacements.

c. UV Light kits.

d. Duct access doors.

e. Ceiling access doors.

f. Fusible disconnects.

3.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Informational Submittals required in the Technical Specifications in this contract, if applicable, and as indicated below:

B. Required Informational Submittals:

1. Accident Prevention Plan.

2. Construction Schedule.

3. Current licensure and/or certifications for individuals indicated in

QUALIFICATIONS paragraph above or as required in individual technical sections.

4. B0425 report on disconnect function, repairs needed as indicated in OI #3.

5. Startup reports for new furnaces and split systems.

4.1 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Closeout Submittals, as follows:

1. One-Year Warranty on Entire Project as required by FAR 52.246–21

2. Product warranties as required in product specification paragraphs.

3. Project Record Documents.

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PART 4 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

5.1 USE OF UTILITIES

A. Utilities: Use of Government existing facilities will be permitted without metering and without payment of use charges, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in an acceptable condition. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use. The following are available for use by the contractor: water, and electrical power services. The following are not available: telephone service. The contractor is expected to provide whatever phone service he deems necessary for the duration of the project.

5.2 SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Sanitary facilities are available for use by the Contractor in the buildings included in the contract. Facilities must be cleaned and maintained daily.

5.3 STAGING AND STORAGE

A. Coordinate on-site staging and storage requirements with the Center Point of Contact or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

5.4 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES

A. Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Containerize and clearly label hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Use of Government waste containers will not be permitted.

5.5 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. Environmental Protection: Contractor shall provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

B. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with the national or state Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) for erecting structurally adequate barricades, paint with appropriate colors, graphics, and warning signs/lights to inform personnel, students, and the public of possible hazards.

C. Fire Protection.

1. Store combustible materials in containers in fire-safe locations.

2. Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, fire-protection facilities, stairways, and other access routes for firefighting. Prohibit smoking in hazardous fire-exposure areas.

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3. Supervise welding operations, combustion-type temporary heating units, and similar sources of fire ignition.

PART 5 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

6.1 EXAMINATION

A. Before beginning work, examine areas and document existing conditions. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

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

C. Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents, submit a request for information to CO. Include a detailed description of problem encountered, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

6.2 INSTALLATION

A. Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment and elevation to fit with existing construction.

B. Make vertical work plumb and make horizontal work level.

C. Install per manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations.

6.3 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with NFPA 241 requirements for removal of combustible waste materials and debris.

2. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days if the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C).

B. Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted. Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

6.4 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work does not get damaged or deteriorated prior to Substantial Completion.

6.5 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

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A. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Restore damaged substrates and finishes.

1. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment.

PART 6 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

7.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

A. Definition of Substantial Completion: The Date certified by the CO when construction is sufficiently complete, in accordance with the Contract Documents, so the Government can occupy or utilize the Work or designated portion thereof for the use for which it is intended, as expressed in the Contract Documents.

B. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting inspection for determining date of Substantial Completion, complete the following. List items below that are incomplete in request.

1. Prepare a list of items to be completed and corrected (punch list), the value of items on the list, and reasons why the Work is not complete.

2. Advise the CO of pending insurance changeover requirements.

3. Submit specific warranties, workmanship bonds, final certifications, and similar documents.

4. Obtain and submit releases permitting Government unrestricted use of the Work and access to services and utilities.

5. Deliver tools, spare parts, extra materials, and similar items to location designated by Government. Label with manufacturer's name and model number where applicable.

6. Complete startup testing of systems.

7. Submit changeover information related to Government occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

8. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

9. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

C. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection for Substantial Completion. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare the Certificate of Substantial Completion after inspection or will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by CO, that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for Final

Completion.

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7.2 FINAL COMPLETION

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Completion, complete the following:

1. Submit certified copy of CO’s Substantial Completion inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), endorsed and dated by CO. The certified copy of the list shall state that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Submit evidence of final, continuing insurance coverage complying with insurance requirements.

3. Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

B. Inspections: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will notify Contractor of construction that must be completed or corrected before certificate will be issued.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

7.3 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Preparation: Submit two copies of list. Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

7.4 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. General: Do not use Project Record Documents for construction purposes. Protect Project Record Documents from deterioration and loss. Provide access to Project Record Documents for CO's reference during normal working hours.

B. Provide Draft of Project Record Drawings at Substantial Completion. CO will return reviewed copy. Provide Final Project Record Drawings at Final Completion.

C. Record Drawings: Maintain and submit one set of blue- or black-line white prints of Contract Drawings and Shop Drawings.

1. Mark Record Prints to show the actual installation where installation varies from that shown originally. Require individual or entity who obtained record data, whether individual or entity is Installer, subcontractor, or similar entity, to prepare the marked-up Record Prints.

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a. Give particular attention to information on concealed elements that cannot be readily identified and recorded later.

b. Record data as soon as possible after obtaining it. Record and check the markup before enclosing concealed installations.

2. Mark record sets with erasable, red-colored pencil. Use other colors to distinguish between changes for different categories of the Work at the same location.

3. Note Construction Change Directive numbers, Change Order numbers, alternate numbers, and similar identification where applicable.

4. Identify and date each Record Drawing; include the designation "PROJECT RECORD DRAWING" in a prominent location. Organize into manageable sets;

bind each set with durable paper cover sheets. Include identification on cover sheets.

7.5 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Provide final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

B. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

C. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for certification of Substantial Completion for entire Project or for a portion of Project:

1. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

2. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

3. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred, exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that cannot be satisfactorily repaired or restored or that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

D. Remove waste materials from Project site and dispose of lawfully.

END OF SECTION 010150