Attachment_1__Project_Specifications.pdf

Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial

Philadelphia, PA

Waterproof Exterior of Thaddeus Kosciuszko House Project

PMIS 257855

Drawing No: THKO 455-179590

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Construction Documents 12/01/2023

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Division 01 General Requirements

TABLE OF CONTENTS

LIST OF DRAWINGS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 011000 - Division 01 General Requirements

Section 012700 - Definition of Contract Line Items

Section 013591 - Historic Treatment Procedures

Section 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal

Appendix A – Project Waste Management Plan Worksheet

Appendix B – Standard Solid Waste Conversions

Section 017839 - Project Record Documents

DIVISION 02 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

Section 024119 – Historic Removal and Dismantling

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE – Not Used

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

Section 040120.64– Brick Masonry Repointing

Section 040310 – Historic Masonry Cleaning

Section 045000 – Masonry Restoration

DIVISION 05 – METALS – Not Used

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

Section 060312 – Historic Wood Repair

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 079200 – Joint Sealants

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS –

Section 080310 – Historic Treatment of Wood Doors

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

Section 090190.52 – Maintenance Repainting

Section 096513 – Resilient Base and Accessories

Section 096519 – Resilient Tile Flooring

DIVISION 32 – PAVING

Section 321400 – Unit Paving

APPENDICES

APPENDIX A – Transmittal for Submittals – NPS form CM-16

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SEAL HERE

CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS PREPARED BY:

R. Angie Gaebler

STRATA Architecture Inc.

1701 Oak Street

Suite 100

Kansas City, MO 64106

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LIST OF DRAWINGS

DRAWING SHEET INDEX – 10 Sheets

00 Cover A100 First Floor Plan and Paving Detail A101 Basement Plan A200 South Elevation A201 East and West Elevations A500 Window Well Repair Details A501 East Bulkhead Details A502 Fence and Gate Replacement Details A503 Exterior Door Replacement Details A504 Downspout Replacement Detail

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SECTION 011000 - DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: The Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial is located in a historic building in

Philadelphia where Kosciuszko lived for several months. Kosciuszko was born in Poland and served as a military engineer in the American Revolution. After the Revolution, Kosciuszko led an armed revolution in

Poland against occupying Russian armies. After the defeat of the Polish revolutionary forces by Polish and Russian forces, Kosciuszko returned to America, living in Philadelphia for several months.

The building where Kosciuszko resided was donated to the National Park Service and was restored in

1972-1974. It currently houses an interpretive areas on the 1st floor detailing Kosciuszko’s life, achievements, and beliefs. The second floor contains a room restored to its condition during

Kosciuszko’s stay. The third floor and the garret are not open to the public and are not finished. The basement contains visitor restrooms, drinking fountain, park storage, and the mechanical and electrical services room for the building.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

a. Project Location: Thaddeus Kosciuszko National Memorial, 301 Pine Street, Philadelphia, PA.

Specific location is the northwest corner of Third and Pine Streets.

b. Work consists of, but is not limited to the following:

i. Exterior waterproofing by way of repointing deteriorated brick joints and cracks, brick cleaning, brick repair, temporary removal of brick exterior sidewalk paving and replacement to complete repointing and sealing joints above the sidewalk concrete slab, installation of new expansion joint and other joint sealants, replacement, repairs, and maintenance painting of the exterior wood cornices. Reconstructing two deteriorated exterior wood doors in the west courtyard. Repair to existing cement stucco wall.

Installation of custom galvanized flashing at window wells. Repairs to existing window well covers. New concrete and repairs to east bulkhead door and new cast iron hasp. Repairs to existing cast iron hardware.

ii. Plumbing: scoping and routing under-slab exterior drains, including window well drain, drain and piping in the west courtyard, and three downspout drains. Installing new frost-free hose bibb with shut-off.

iii. Reconstructing a deteriorated fence and gate.

iv. Replacement of bird netting, in kind.

v. Renovation of restrooms: selective demolition of carpet and vinyl composition tile;

installation of new vinyl composition tile and floor transitions and accessories; removal of existing and installation of new installation of new rubber base; plaster repair and painting;

interior painting of doors and trim; salvaging and reinstallation of door hardware; providing and installing new restroom stall floor brackets;

vi. Contractor inspections of pole gutters, chimney flashing, netting, and overall exterior building envelope to ensure a complete water-tight enclosure.

vii. Contractor hazardous materials testing for: fibrous exterior window surround at basement mechanical entrance and vinyl composition tiles and mastic in basement.

viii. Maintenance of exterior brick paving.

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c. All work will be performed under a single contract.

Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 150 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed. No weather days are included in the period of performance.

Only unseasonably cold days that do not meet the specified work parameters may qualify for weather days and must be approved by the CO.

ITEM 2 - EXISTING UTILITIES

2.1 Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR), and utility companies to coordinate proposed locations, times for excavation, and request location services prior to any digging operation.

2.2 Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities. If contractor damage occurs, alert CO and COR as soon as safely possible, and repair utility at no additional expense to the Government. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, contact CO and COR as soon as safely possible.

2.3 Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Government or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after arranging to provide temporary utility services according to requirements indicated below:

2.3.1 Notify CO and COR not less than two business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2.3.2 Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shut downs are not permitted. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor if required for critical systems as determined by COR. Contractor must provide 72 hours notice for temporary shutdowns.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

A. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein and as required for safety) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

No signs are to be posted on the fencing. The park will provide a sign to notify the public that the building is closed during construction.

B. Smoking and vaping is not permitted within any Federal building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

C. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the site. Contractor only allowed water as beverages on or in the work area and within the buildings. Other beverages are only allowed in the designated break areas.

D. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of

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7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

A. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, early morning, or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the CO and COR. Submit requests for work outside of the stated normal business hours to the CO and COR for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

The following Federal holidays are observed by the National Park Service:

New Year Day

Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday

Washington’s Birthday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth National Independence Day

Independence Day – No work shall occur the week of the 4th of July. Confirm dates with the COR.

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

B. Note: Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding Friday;

holidays falling on Sunday will be observed on the following Monday. The specific day that each holiday is recognized for each year can be found at the following site: Federal Holidays

(opm.gov).

3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

A. The Memorial is in the midst of a residential neighborhood. There is no parking and the exterior space is limited to the west courtyard.

B. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to the west courtyard. The remainder of the work will be in the public sidewalk right-of-way. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

C. Contractor will be responsible for coordination and permitting of sidewalk work with the City of Philadelphia.

D. Access: Contractor will be given a key to the Memorial and gate to allow access to the site.

E. Contractor Parking: No onsite parking is available. For a possible street parking permit, which allows free parking at legal metered spaces, contact Philadelphia Parking Authority. Permit is good for 6 months. Contractor should note that PPA enforcement of on street parking regulations is strict.

F. Utilities

a. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum as required.

b. Water Service: Water from existing water system may be available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Use resources wisely and minimize waste of water.

c. Electric Power Service: Electric power from existing system may be available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and

011000 - 13 extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Power may or may not meet your construction power tool requirements, provide generators if questionable. Use power in a resourceful manner and avoid excess power waste.

d. Toilets: Contractor provided for contracting personnel, sufficiently lighted and ventilated toilet facilities in weatherproof, sight proof, handicap accessible (if required), sturdy enclosures with privacy locks. To be located in the fenced west courtyard.

G. Security and Protection facilities:

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

1. Cleaning of Equipment: Not Used

2. Tree and Plant Protection: Not Used

3. Pest Control: Not Used

4. Site Enclosure Fence: As work progresses, the Contractor will be responsible for installation of temporary fencing of portions of the sidewalks in accordance with all City of Philadelphia regulations.

5. Security Enclosure and Lockup: Contractor to provide lockable fencing at the west courtyard while the replacement fence and gate are under construction. The west courtyard must be inaccessible and secured from public entry at all times.

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

7. Dust Collection: The Contractor is responsible for the collection of masonry and plaster dust during work, in accordance with OSHA dust/silica regulations.

8. All fencing locations must be reviewed with the COR for approval. No temporary facilities may be fastened or anchored to existing paving or adjacent buildings or site features.

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the west courtyard. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site and to avoid overcrowding.

3.7 Housekeeping:

A. Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times.

a. Dispose of waste materials and recycling legally outside the park. The contractor shall not use park dumpsters

b. Refer to Specification Section 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

The Memorial will not be open to the public during construction. However, all exits must remain operable.

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3.9 Photo Documentation:

Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed.

Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted electronically by email or via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD- R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 megapixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

A. Existing Condition Images:

Before starting construction, take color, dated, digital images of project site and adjacent property/roads/etc. that may be impacted by construction activity/traffic. Include existing items to remain or be salvaged from different vantage points and with context for location identification.

B. Construction Progress Images:

1. Document all work that will be concealed prior to installation of covering. (Locations shall also be noted on as built drawing set.)

2. Maintain a folder system labeled by Dates the photographs were taken.

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

C. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc.

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

3.10 Fire and Life Safety:

A. The Contractor shall submit a Project Safety & Accident Prevention Plan, as identified in Section 7 below, prior to the start of the work for review and acceptance by the Park.

B. As a minimum, conduct one weekly 15 minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman or supervisor and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite.

Topics need to coincide with work scheduled for the following week. Document and submit meeting minutes to the CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

C. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

D. Refer to Specification Section 013591 Historic Treatment, Coordinate use of hot work procedures with the Contracting Officer.

E. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s and OSHA 29CFR1926

Subpart D requirements 1926 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (osha.gov). Maintain readily available, on site, SDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

a. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the CO, COR and park.

b. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

c. Train employees how to respond to a spill and use the emergency response kit.

d. Vendor shall provide Flammable Safety Lockers for chemicals that are being stored on site.

3.11 Noise and Acoustics Management: The Memorial is in the midst of a residential neighborhood.

Please take precautions to limit noise during early morning and later afternoon hours to respect the

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A. Noise Control: Perform construction operations to minimize noise. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR.

B. Repetitive and/or intermittent, high-level noise: Permitted only during Daytime.

1. Do not exceed the following dB(A) limitations at 50 feet:

Sound Level in dB(A) Time Duration of Impact Noise

70 More than 12 minutes in any hour

80 More than 3 minutes in any hour

2. Maximum permissible construction equipment noise levels at 50 feet:

EARTHMOVING dB(A) MATERIALS HANDLING dB(A)

Compressors 75 Pneumatic Tools 80

Pumps 75 Saws 75

Generators 75 Vibrators 75

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

4.1 The Contractor shall commence work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Contractor shall coordinate and incorporate long lead and delivery time items within the schedule.

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids.

Contractors will be accountable for understanding existing conditions. No cost changes for items viewable during site visit will be allowed.

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, standards and organizations which may be used in/referred within the

Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, may be found linked from the listed page below. On the home page, follow the link under “Contracting and Procurement” labeled “NPS Reference

Standards.” https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

7.1 Description: The work of this section consists of establishing and implementing an effective accident prevention program (APP) and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

7.2 Submittals:

A. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (APP): Submit a site-specific accident prevention (safety) plan. The Plan shall be written to comply with OSHA and project requirements (a generic plan is not acceptable) including but not limited to the following:

1. Name and qualifications of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. First aid and rescue procedures.

3. Training, both initial and continuing.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to provide for property protection and safety of the public, National Park

Service personnel, and Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase

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5. Planning for possible emergency situations, explosions, fires, floods, power outages, and heavy rain and wind storms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

6. Contractor to identify nearest location of medical facility for emergencies

7. Recognition that work will be performed in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage if applicable.

8. Supplemental hazard specific plans may be required IAW 29 CFR 1926 or 1910.

B. Meeting and Inspection Reports: Safety Meetings: As a minimum, conduct 15 minute

"toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Submit a report of safety meetings and inspections to CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

7.3 Qualification of Employees:

A. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner to include operators of vehicles and equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

B. Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

C. Contractor shall provide proof of a fit test for half or full OSHA compliant respirator mask for all personnel required to work with chemicals being used or respirable crystalline silica work that require or indicate such mas should be worn.

7.4 Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the CO and COR as soon as safely possible and assist the CO and COR and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

7.5 First Aid Facilities: Provide access to facilities for the number of employees and appropriate to the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

7.6 Emergency Instructions: Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

7.7 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment at all times.

A. PPE must meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards. Selection shall conform to OSHA

29CFR 1926 Subpart E.

B. A hard hat use area shall be designated by the Contractor. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

C. All PPE will be serviceable at all times. See Item 7.3.C.

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7.8 Hazardous Materials: It shall be the responsibility of all operators and contractors functioning within the park to properly cleanup, mitigate, and remediate, if necessary, all unauthorized discharges of hazardous materials or non-hazardous chemical and biological products released from fleet and/or other support vehicles or stationary sources. Response shall be consistent with guidelines established by federal, state and local regulations, and as outlined within the operator's Safety or Hazardous Materials

Business Plan.

A. If a spill, leak or other release occurs, the operator shall as soon as possible, without impeding cleanup, notify the National Park Service Emergency Dispatch.

B. Assume all paint within the project area contains lead. Contractor responsible for following lead-safe practices and maintain required certifications per OSHA, EPA, and all local, state, and federal guidelines for handling and disposal.

7.9 Work Restrictions: Contractor and Subcontractors and all personnel shall comply with applicable

Covid restrictions and procedures of the Park or City of Philadelphia in place during the course of the work.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE:

If the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend. The Contracting Officer’s notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by subcontractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed. See Item 9.1C below.

ITEM 9 - SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Submittal Procedures:

A. General: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Technical Specification

Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections.

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted via electronic email using

National Park Service form CM-16 form (Appendix A). The form will be provided by the

Contracting Officer. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Submit completed CM-16 forms to the CO and the COR.

B. Submittal List: administrative required submittals are listed below in 9.1.C and does not include technical section submittal requirements included in each technical section.

C. Preconstruction Conference Submittal: Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation, and any applicable bonds, must be submitted within 10 calendar days of Notice of Award. The following items shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-

Construction Conference:

1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule. (Must include shop drawings, procurement time including long lead time items, mobilization, trade work progression and completion at minimum.)

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3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (see section 7 of this document).

5. A list of Subcontractors and their contact information for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

8. Waste Management Plan. Refer to Section 017419.

9.2 Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples: Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet.

A. Shop Drawings: Indicate all coordinating materials and work impacting the installation coordination, connection details, anchorage requirements, hardware locations, and installation details and locations.

1. Submit Shop Drawings according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) to COR.

B. Product Data: Provide component construction and specification data sheets, anchorage requirements, and any other product specific data.

1. Submit Product Data according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) to COR.

C. Samples: Submit 2 color samples 4” x 6” minimum in size for all color and product selection. Paint samples shall be actual paint finish drawdown for all project colors.

1. Submit Samples CM-16 Transmittal Form according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and physical samples of actual material to COR.

D. For submittals specified above, forward submittals to Contracting Officer and COR at least 10 days before need for approval (depends on length of project).

E. After approving submittals, Contracting Officer and/or COR will return one copy to the Contractor.

If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return all copies to Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes. Any work done before approval shall be at

Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 1 manufacturer, the description of the proposed item must reflect the characteristics and level of quality that will satisfy the Government’s needs as demonstrated by the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet and/or exceed that as specified in the solicitation or relevant specification.

A. For each item proposed as an “approved equal,” submit supporting data, including:

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified and with the salient characteristics provided.

3. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

4. Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

5. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists. Describe availability of maintenance service and state source of replacement materials.

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B. A request for approval constitutes a representation that Contractor:

1. Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

2. Will provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the item specified.

3. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

4. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

5. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

C. Approved Equals will be evaluated and approved/disapproved during the submittal process.

9.4 Progress Reporting: The initial Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values are required a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. After the Notice to Proceed is issued and after on-site work begins, progress will be documented via daily logs and by providing an updated

Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values when requested, but minimally with each pay application.

Submit digital copy electronically (PDF preferred) of all required documents. Construction Schedules are normally in bar chart form and indicate estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work.

For a pay application to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner, the following information must either be submitted prior to or accompany submission of the pay application:

A. Daily/weekly progress reports during construction as part of the administration process.

B. Updated Schedule of Values: Break down each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for payment. The work activities broken out within the schedule of values shall be integrated into and made a logical part of the construction baseline schedule submitted under this specification. The total costs for the component work activities shall equal the contract price for that lump-sum item. The Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. A sample Schedule of Values format may be provided upon request.

ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

10.1 It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide temporary services, equipment, tools, and skilled labor as required for the chosen means and methods to perform the work in accomplishing this Contract.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

11.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures working toward Final Acceptance.

11.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. Move attic stock to location coordinated with COR. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for intended use. Inspector holds the right to reschedule if project is not ready for inspection.

11.3 Completion and Final Inspection: Contractor shall submit written certification of project completion and request a final inspection to the Contracting Officer and COR. The Contracting Officer or designee will make an inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

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A. If the work is determined to be complete following the final inspection with minor comments, the

COR will prepare and provide the Contractor a Punch List noting outstanding items to be addressed.

B. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer will notify Contractor in writing, stating reasons. Contractor, after completing the work according to the Contract Documents, shall resubmit completion and request a new final inspection. Re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of

Construction contract clause.

C. Contractor shall complete the Punch List within 30 calendar days or a time directed by the CO.

D. Once Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items are accepted, Contracting Officer will issue Letter of Final Acceptance of Work and request the final pay application.

E. If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time frame, the Contracting Officer may correct the work with an appropriate reduction in contract price or charge for re-inspection costs in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

F. Disposition of any permits and warranties required by the specifications in this section.

11.4 Final Acceptance of the Work: After all punch list deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of

Final Acceptance will be issued. A Release of Claims document must be executed and submitted to the

Contracting Officer before final payment can occur.

11.5 Warranties

A. Construction Warranty shall be based on date of final acceptance of the work and remain in effect for one year.

B. Provide all manufacturer warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extent of coverage and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall final acceptance.

C. Information shall include operation and maintenance manuals for each warranted product.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXECUTION (NOT USED)

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DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

SECTION 012700 – DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section explains in general, what is and is not included in a contract line item, and limits or cut-off points where one item ends and another begins.

B. If no contract line item exists for a portion of work, include costs in a related item.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1

LIST OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

*Option line items may or may not be included at time of award depending on available funding*

A. Contract Line Item Number 1, Base Bid Work.

1. This item consists of the Contractor providing materials, labor, and conducting all Exterior and Interior work outlined in the drawings, except for items in Option 1 and Option 2 below.

2. Progress payments will be made for work completed.

B. Contract Line Item Number 2 (if awarded), Option 1, Replace Fence and Gate and Related

Work.

1. This item consists of the Con tractor providing materials, labor, and conducting all work related to the demolition and replacement of the fence and gate and work indicated on Drawing Sheet A502.

2. This line item will only be included at time of award if funding is available.

C. Contract Line Item Number 3 (if awarded), Option 2, Repairs, Maintenance, and Painting of

Cornice.

1. This item consists of the Con tractor providing materials, labor, and conducting all work related to the repairs, replacemen t, main ten an ce, sealan ts, an d pain tin g of the wood cornice on the east, south, and west elevations of the building.

2. This line item will only be included at time of award if funding is available.

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HISTORIC TREATMENT PROCEDURES

SECTION 01 35 91 - HISTORIC TREATMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 01 Specification Sections apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes general protection and treatment procedures for historic spaces, building elements, and surfaces in Project.

B. Great care shall be taken to preserve and maintain all existing historic materials and finishes. It should be assumed that all masonry, plaster, windows, doors, millwork, painting, fixtures, and other finishes are historic or important to presenting the historic story of the building and are to be protected throughout construction.

C. All work must meet the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. The standards may be found here https://www.nps.gov/tps/standards.htm

D. The removal of historic materials or alteration of historic finishes or features and spaces is not permitted. Deteriorated historic features shall be preserved or repaired rather than replaced.

Where the severity of deterioration requires replacement of a distinctive feature, the new feature shall match the old in design, color, texture, dimension, construction and installation methodology, and other visual qualities and, where possible, materials. Replacement of deteriorated features must be approved by the Contracting Officer Representative.

E. Related Requirements:

1. Section 024296 "Historic Removal and Dismantling" for selective demolition for historic spaces.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

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

B. Design Reference Sample: A sample that represents Contracting Officer Representative’s selection of work to be matched; it may be existing work or work specially produced for Project.

C. Dismantle: To disassemble or detach a historic item from a surface, or a nonhistoric item from a historic surface, using gentle methods and equipment to prevent damage to historic items and surfaces; disposing of items unless indicated to be salvaged or reinstalled.

D. Historic: Spaces, areas, rooms, surfaces, materials, finishes, features, and overall appearance that are important to the successful preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, and reconstruction as determined by Contracting Officer Representative.

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

F. Material in Kind: Material that closely matches existing materials through comparison of architectural qualities and salient characteristic such as species, cut, color, grain, dimension, profile, thickness, and finish.

G. Preserve: Act or process of applying measures necessary to sustain the existing form, integrity, and materials of an historic property.

H. Protect and Maintain: To remove deteriorating corrosion, reapply protective coatings, and install protective measures such as temporary guards; to provide the least degree of intervention.

I. Refinish: To carefully remove existing finishes to base material with no damage to the remaining material and apply new finish to match original, or as otherwise indicated.

J. Reinstall: To protect removed or dismantled item, repair and clean it as indicated for reuse, and reinstall it in original position, or where indicated.

K. Remove: To demolish or detach items from existing construction and legally dispose of them off-site unless indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.

L. Remove and Salvage: To detach items from existing construction and deliver them ready for reuse to Contracting Officer (CO) or designee.

M. Remove and Reinstall: To detach items from existing construction, repair and prepare for reuse, and reinstall where indicated.

N. Existing to Remain or Retain: Existing items of construction not to be removed and not otherwise indicated to be removed and salvaged or removed and reinstalled.

O. Repair: To correct damage and defects, retaining existing materials, features, and finishes while employing as little new material as possible. This includes patching, piecing-in, Dutchman repairs, splicing, consolidating, or otherwise reinforcing or upgrading materials.

P. Replace: To duplicate in its entirety, a historic element or feature by matching its historic pattern, detail and appearance. Replacement is justified when original or historic elements are damaged beyond repair or are missing. Replacement conditions and methods include:

1. Replacement with Original or Historic Fabric: Includes fabric salvaged from other locations or projects having identical architectural qualities. Duplication of appearance using identical material possessing historical significance.

2. Replacement with New Materials: Includes replacement with new material of like kind (custom fabricated of manufactured). Duplication of appearance using like material.

3. Replacement with Substitute Materials: Includes replacement with a compatible substitute that is frequently contemporary and unlike the historic fabric. Duplication of appearance using modern (non-traditional) material Use of substitute materials is not approved unless matching materials are not available.

Q. Replicate: To reproduce in exact detail, materials, installation methodology, and finish unless otherwise indicated.

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

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S. Restore: To consolidate, replicate, reproduce, repair, and refinish as required to achieve the indicated results.

T. Retain: To keep and protect existing items that are not to be removed or dismantled.

U. Reversible: New construction work, treatments, or processes that can be removed or undone in the future without damaging historic materials unless otherwise indicated.

V. Salvage: To protect removed or dismantled items and deliver them to Government ready for reuse.

W. Stabilize: To apply measures designed to reestablish a weather-resistant enclosure and structural reinforcement of an item or portion of the building while maintaining essential form as it exists at present. This level of intervention is aimed at retarding or arresting adverse impacts to structures.

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

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Historic Preservation Treatment Plan:

1. After contract award and before Pre-Construction conference, submit for approval a written Historic Preservation Treatment Plan (HPTP).

2. If the plan requires revisions or corrections, Contractor shall resubmit plan within 7 days.

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

Officer.

B. Alternative Methods and Materials: If alternative methods and materials to those indicated are proposed for any phase of work, provide a written description including evidence of successful use on other, comparable projects, and program of testing to demonstrate effectiveness for use on this Project.

C. Photographs: In accordance with Section 011000 show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements including finish surfaces that might be misconstrued as damage caused by historic treatment operations. Submit before work begins.

D. Pedestrian and Vehicular Circulation: Coordinate historic treatment work with circulation patterns within the NPS site and adjacent areas. Some work is near circulation patterns.

Circulation patterns cannot be closed off entirely, and in places can be only temporarily redirected around small areas of work. Plan and execute the Work accordingly.

1.5 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING –

A. In coordination with the Preconstruction Meeting in Division 1, including the following items for discussion:

1. Attendees: In addition to the CO or designee, meeting will include the Contractor, critical sub-contractors, manufacturer representatives, historic treatment specialists (windows, painting, millwork, railings, wood rot, etc.), specialty manufacturer(s) (replacement windows and storm windows), and installers whose work interfaces with or affects historic treatment (masonry, sheetmetal flashings, electrical).

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2. Agenda: In addition to items listed in Division 1, discuss items of significance that could affect progress of work, including review of the following:

a. Handling of lead paint.

b. Areas where existing construction is to remain and the required protection.

c. Hauling routes and use of specialty equipment (use of elevator and interior stairs).

d. Sequence of historic treatment work operations.

e. Schedule and ordering of long-lead time items.

f. Storage, protection, security, and accounting for salvaged and specially fabricated items.

g. Existing conditions, staging, and structural loading limitations of areas where materials are stored.

h. Qualifications of personnel assigned to historic treatment work and assigned duties.

i. Requirements for extent and quality of work, tolerances, and required clearances.

j. Temporary protections requirements (historic building, occupants, and public).

k. Collection of waste.

3. Meeting Notes: Submit meeting notes for the Preliminary Historic Treatment Conference to the Contracting Officer within 7 days, listing all attendees.

1.6 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

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

1. Dismantle and salvage each item or object and protect it from damage, then promptly deliver it to Contracting Officer Representative where directed at Project site.

2. Coordinate with Contracting Officer Representative who will establish special procedures for dismantling and salvaging.

1.7 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Preconstruction Documentation: Show preexisting conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements, including finish surfaces, that might be misconstrued as damage caused by Contractor's historic treatment operations. Refer to Section 011000.

B. Historic Treatment Plan: Submit 14 days before work begins.

1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Historic Treatment Specialist Qualifications (Wood Repair Specialist, Painting, Masonry, Millwork): An experienced firm regularly engaged in historic treatments similar in nature, materials, design, and extent to the work as specified in each Section and that has completed a minimum of five (5) recent projects with a record of successful in-service performance that demonstrates the firm's qualifications to perform this work.

1. Field Supervisor Qualifications: Full-time supervisors experienced in historic treatment work similar in nature, material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project.

Supervisors shall be on site when historic treatment work begins and during its progress.

Supervisors shall not be changed during Project except for causes beyond control of the specialist firm.

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B. Each firm conducting activities that disturb painted surfaces shall be a "Lead-Safe Certified Firm" and use only workers that are trained in lead-safe work practices, as required by OSHA, the EPA, and all Pennsylvania State and Federal guidelines for work and disposal.

1.9 STORAGE AND HANDLING OF HISTORIC MATERIALS

A. Removed and Salvaged Historic Materials:

1. Clean loose dirt and debris from salvaged historic items unless more extensive cleaning is indicated.

2. Pack or crate items after cleaning; cushion against damage during handling. Label contents of containers.

3. Store items in a secure area until delivery to Contracting Officer Representative.

4. Transport items to the NPS storage area designated by the Contracting Officer

Representative.

5. Protect items from damage during transport and storage.

6. Do not dispose of items removed from existing construction without prior written consent of the Contracting Officer.

B. Historic Materials for Reinstallation:

1. Repair and clean historic items for reuse to functional condition adequate for intended reuse.

2. Pack or crate items after cleaning and repairing; cushion against damage during handling. Label contents of containers.

3. Protect items from theft and/or 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 to make items functional for use indicated.

C. Existing Historic Materials to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling from construction work. Where permitted by the Contracting Officer, items may be dismantled and taken to a suitable, protected storage location during construction work and reinstalled in their original locations after historic treatment and construction work in the vicinity is complete.

D. Storage and Protection: Catalog and store historic items within a weathertight enclosure where they are protected from moisture, weather, condensation, and freezing temperatures.

1. Identify each item with a nonpermanent mark to document its original location. Indicate original locations on plans, elevations, sections, or photographs by annotating the identifying marks.

2. Secure stored materials to protect from theft.

3. Control humidity so that it does not exceed 85 percent. Maintain temperatures 5 deg F (3 deg C) or more above the dew point.

E. Storage Space:

1. NPS will arrange for limited on-site location(s) for free storage of historic material or items to be temporarily relocated for construction access.

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1.10 PROJECT SITE CONDITIONS

A. Size Limitations in Historic Spaces: Materials, products, and equipment used for performing the

Work and for transporting debris, materials, and products shall be of sizes that clear surfaces within historic spaces, areas, rooms, and openings, including temporary protection, by 12 inches (300 mm) or more.

B. Exterior Cleaning and Repairing:

1. Proceed with work only when forecasted weather conditions are favorable.

a. Wet Weather: Do not attempt repairs during rainy or foggy weather. Do not apply primer, paint, putty, or epoxy when relative humidity is above 80 percent. Do not remove exterior elements of structures when rain is forecast or in progress.

b. Do not perform exterior wet work when air temperature is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (5 degrees Celsius).

c. Do not begin cleaning, patching, or repairing given likelihood of frost or freezing.

d. Do not begin cleaning when either air or surface temperature is below 45 degrees

Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius) unless approved means are provided for maintaining 45 degrees Fahrenheit (7 degrees Celsius) temperature of air and materials during, and for 48 hours subsequent to, cleaning.

2. Perform cleaning and rinsing of the exterior only during daylight hours.

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