Attachment 1 - Specifications.pdf

USDA FOREST SERVICE, PSW

IPIF FENCE INSTALLATION

SUMMARY OF WORK SECTION 01010-1

SECTION 010100 - SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Work for this project consists of installing a new six foot high chain link fence around the perimeter of the administrative site including three personnel gates, on double leaf vehicle gate, and one vertical pivot vehicle gate.

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at the USDA Forest Service Institute for Pacific Islands Forestry, 60 Nowelo Street, Hilo, HI, 96720.

1.3 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

A. In-depth soil surveys have not been performed; however, rocks at the ground surface are evident throughout the area. The Contractor should expect to encounter such rock during excavation and grubbing operations. Blasting of rocks will not be permitted without special permission.

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

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

B. Contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public and employees.

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

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

E. Full Government Occupancy: 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

1.5 PROJECT SCHEDULING

A. Schedule work to minimize impacts to government.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Nonsmoking Buildings: Smoking is not permitted within the buildings or within 25 feet (8 m) of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

1.7 CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

A. There is no specified construction sequence or season for this project.

B. Depending on conditions, normal fire restrictions may apply to activities associated with this project.

C. The Contractor may have an option to develop water and/or power utilities in the early stages of construction so they may be used for the remainder of the construction project.

1.8 FIELD VERIFICATION

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 010100

ACCIDENT PREVENTION SECTION 01170-1

SECTION 011700 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

A. The work of this section consists of establishing an effective accident prevention program and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Accident Prevention Program: Before on-site work begins, submit for approval an accident prevention program. The Contracting Officer (CO) will review the proposed program for compliance with OSHA and project requirements. If the program requires any revisions or corrections, the Contractor shall resubmit the program within 10 days.

No progress payments will be processed until the program is approved. The program shall include:

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

2. Weekly and monthly safety meetings.

3. First aid procedures.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to ensure property protection and safety of the public, government personnel, and the Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase by reference to specification section or division numbers.

5. Training, both initial and continuing.

6. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as floods, fires, cave-ins, slides, explosions, power outages, and wind storms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

B. Certificates: Provide certificates from a mechanic that all mechanical equipment has been inspected and meets OSHA requirements.

C. Submit a copy of test reports, as required by OSHA, for personnel working with hazardous materials.

D. Submit a brief report of safety meetings and of inspections.

E. Upon request, submit proof of employees' qualifications to perform assigned duties in a safe manner.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Clauses entitled "Accident Prevention" and "Permits and Responsibilities" of the General Provisions. In case of conflicts between Federal, state, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA

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requirements will not be allowed on the project sites. Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

B. Qualifications of Employees

1. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. To as great an extent as possible, 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.

3. Operators of vehicles, mobile equipment, hoisting equipment, and hazardous plant equipment shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable of safely operating equipment.

1.4 ACCIDENT REPORTING

A. Reportable Accidents: A reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, property damage by accident in excess of $100, and fires. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to the CO a DI-134 form, which may be obtained from CO.

B. All Other Accidents: The Contractor shall report all other accidents to the CO as soon as possible and assist the CO and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FIRST AID FACILITIES: provide adequate facilities for the number of employees and the type of construction at the site.

2.2 PERSONNEL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: meet requirements of NIOSH and MSHA, where applicable, as well as ANSI.

2.3 BARRIERS: see division 1 section “Temporary Facilities and Controls” for barriers.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EMERGENCY INSTRUCTIONS: post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

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3.2 ESCAPE ROUTES: provide and maintain adequate escape routes at all times in accordance with the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101-91). No corridor, aisle, stairway, door, or exit shall be obstructed or used in a manner that interferes with escape routes.

3.3 PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

A. Inspect personal protective equipment daily and maintain in a serviceable condition.

Clean, sanitize, and repair, as appropriate, personal items before issuing them to another individual.

B. Inspect and maintain other protective equipment and devices before use and on a periodic basis to ensure safe operation.

3.4 SAFETY MEETINGS

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

B. Conduct monthly safety meetings for all levels of supervision. Notify the CO so that he may attend. These meetings shall be used to review the effectiveness of the Contractor's safety effort, to resolve current health and safety problems, to provide a forum for planning safe construction activities, and for updating the accident prevention program.

The CO will enter the results of the meetings into his daily log.

3.5 HARD HATS AND PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AREAS

A. A hard hat area will be designated by the CO. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the CO.

B. It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear hard hats and other necessary protective equipment at all times. As a minimum, provide six hard hats for use by visitors. Change liners before reissuing hats.

3.6 TRAINING

A. First Aid: Provide adequate training to ensure prompt and efficient first aid.

B. Hazardous Material: Train and instruct each employee exposed to hazardous material in safe and approved methods of handling and storage. Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury.

END OF SECTION 011700

MOBILIZATION SECTION 011900-!Syntax Error, !

SECTION 011900 - MOBILIZATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1.2 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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

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

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

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

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

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION 011900

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300-1

SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other miscellaneous submittals. See Table 013300-1 for a summary of required submittals.

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

1.2 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

a. Project name.

b. Date.

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c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

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

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

E. Additional Copies: Unless additional copies are required for final submittal, and unless CO observes noncompliance with provisions of the Contract Documents, initial submittal may serve as final submittal.

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

1.3 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS – (Submittals requiring CO approval)

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

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

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

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard printed data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

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

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

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

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

a. Dimensions.

b. Identification of products.

c. Fabrication and installation drawings.

d. Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

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

f. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

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

D. Contractor's Construction Schedule: The contractor shall submit a Construction Schedule, for approval by CO, in accordance with the contract provisions within 5 day of commencement of work.

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

1. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the full range of colors, textures, and patterns available.

2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS – (Submittals NOT requiring CO approval)

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

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

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

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

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

C. Field Test Reports: Prepare reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements.

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

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

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

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

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

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

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

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

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

1. Complete technical data including drawings, complete performance specifications, test data, samples and performance tests of the article proposed for substitution. Submit additional information if required by Contracting Officer.

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

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

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

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

3.2 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE – Submittals shall be made as required by and called for in the drawings and specifications. The following table is a summary of the required

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submittals for the project - the table is to assist the Contractor and may not be all inclusive – additional submittals may be required by specific specifications:

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Spec.

Section Section Title

Sub-sec-tion

Required Submittal

010250 Construction Staking 3.6 A Survey Notes 013300 Submittal Procedures 2.1D Construction Schedule 014100 Quality Control 1.3 A Contractor quality control plan 014100 Quality Control 1.3 C Test and inspection reports 033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete 1.3A Product Data 033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete 1.3F Material Test Reports 033000 Cast-in-Place Concrete 1.3G Material Certificates 260500 Common Work Results for Electrical 1.2A Product Data 323113 Chain-Link Fences and Gates 1.4A Product Data 323113 Chain-Link Fences and Gates 1.4B Shop Drawings 323113 Chain-Link Fences and Gates 1.4C Product Certificate

END OF SECTION 013300

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QUALITY CONTROL SECTION 014100-1

SECTION 014100 – QUALITY CONTROL

PART 1 - GENERAL

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

1.2 QUALITY CONTROL

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

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

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

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

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

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor Quality Control Plan

B. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

C. Test and Inspection Reports

D. As-Built Drawings

1.4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 QUALITY CONTROL SYSTEM

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

3.2 CONTRACTOR QUALITY CONTROL PLAN

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

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

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

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

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

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

Include each person's qualifications.

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

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

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

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

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

3.3 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS

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

END OF SECTION 014100

COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL 260500 - 1

SECTION 260500 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Sleeves for raceways and cables.

2. Sleeve seals.

3. Grout.

4. Common electrical installation requirements.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For sleeve seals.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 SLEEVES FOR RACEWAYS AND CABLES

A. Steel Pipe Sleeves: ASTM A 53/A 53M, Type E, Grade B, Schedule 40, galvanized steel, plain ends.

B. Sleeves for Rectangular Openings: Galvanized sheet steel.

1. Minimum Metal Thickness:

a. For sleeve cross-section rectangle perimeter less than 50 inches (1270

mm) and no side more than 16 inches (400 mm), thickness shall be 0.052 inch (1.3 mm).

b. For sleeve cross-section rectangle perimeter equal to, or more than, 50 inches (1270 mm) and 1 or more sides equal to, or more than, 16 inches (400 mm), thickness shall be 0.138 inch (3.5 mm).

2.2 SLEEVE SEALS

A. Description: Modular sealing device, designed for field assembly, to fill annular space between sleeve and raceway or cable.

2.3 GROUT

A. Nonmetallic, Shrinkage-Resistant Grout: ASTM C 1107, factory-packaged, nonmetal-lic aggregate grout, noncorrosive, nonstaining, mixed with water to consistency suita-ble for application and a 30-minute working time.

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PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION

A. Comply with NECA 1.

B. Measure indicated mounting heights to bottom of unit for suspended items and to cen-ter of unit for wall-mounting items.

C. Headroom Maintenance: If mounting heights or other location criteria are not indicat-ed, arrange and install components and equipment to provide maximum possible head-room consistent with these requirements.

D. Equipment: Install to facilitate service, maintenance, and repair or replacement of components of both electrical equipment and other nearby installations. Connect in such a way as to facilitate future disconnecting with minimum interference with other items in the vicinity.

E. Right of Way: Give to piping systems installed at a required slope.

3.2 SLEEVE INSTALLATION FOR ELECTRICAL PENETRATIONS

A. Electrical penetrations occur when raceways, cables, wireways, cable trays, or bus-ways penetrate concrete slabs, concrete or masonry walls, or fire-rated floor and wall assemblies.

B. Concrete Slabs and Walls: Install sleeves for penetrations unless core-drilled holes or formed openings are used. Install sleeves during erection of slabs and walls.

C. Use pipe sleeves unless penetration arrangement requires rectangular sleeved opening.

D. Fire-Rated Assemblies: Install sleeves for penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall as-semblies unless openings compatible with firestop system used are fabricated during construction of floor or wall.

E. Cut sleeves to length for mounting flush with both surfaces of walls.

F. Extend sleeves installed in floors 2 inches above finished floor level.

G. Size pipe sleeves to provide 1/4-inch annular clear space between sleeve and raceway or cable, unless indicated otherwise.

H. Seal space outside of sleeves with grout for penetrations of concrete and masonry

1. Promptly pack grout solidly between sleeve and wall so no voids remain. Tool exposed surfaces smooth; protect grout while curing.

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I. Interior Penetrations of Non-Fire-Rated Walls and Floors: Seal annular space between sleeve and raceway or cable, using joint sealant appropriate for size, depth, and loca-tion of joint. Comply with requirements in Division 07 Section "Joint Sealants.".

J. Fire-Rated-Assembly Penetrations: Maintain indicated fire rating of walls, partitions, ceilings, and floors at raceway and cable penetrations. Install sleeves and seal race-way and cable penetration sleeves with firestop materials. Comply with requirements in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping."

K. Roof-Penetration Sleeves: Seal penetration of individual raceways and cables with flexible boot-type flashing units applied in coordination with roofing work.

L. Aboveground, Exterior-Wall Penetrations: Seal penetrations using [steel] [cast-iron] pipe sleeves and mechanical sleeve seals. Select sleeve size to allow for 1-inch (25-

mm) annular clear space between pipe and sleeve for installing mechanical sleeve seals.

M. Underground, Exterior-Wall Penetrations: Install cast-iron pipe sleeves. Size sleeves to allow for 1-inch (25-mm) annular clear space between raceway or cable and sleeve for installing mechanical sleeve seals.

3.3 SLEEVE-SEAL INSTALLATION

A. Install to seal exterior wall penetrations.

B. Use type and number of sealing elements recommended by manufacturer for raceway or cable material and size. Position raceway or cable in center of sleeve. Assemble mechanical sleeve seals and install in annular space between raceway or cable and sleeve. Tighten bolts against pressure plates that cause sealing elements to expand and make watertight seal.

3.4 FIRESTOPPING

A. Apply firestopping to penetrations of fire-rated floor and wall assemblies for electrical installations to restore original fire-resistance rating of assembly. Firestopping materi-als and installation requirements are specified in Division 07 Section "Penetration Firestopping."

END OF SECTION 260500

CONCRETE FOR MINOR STRUCTURES 321313-1

SECTION 321313 - CONCRETE FOR MINOR STRUCTURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This specification is intended for minor structures such as thrust blocks, anchor blocks, sidewalks, and small slabs.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each manufactured material and product indicated.

B. Design Mixes: For each concrete mix indicated.

C. Shop Drawings: Include details of steel reinforcement placement including material, grade, bar schedules, stirrup spacing, bent bar diagrams, arrangement, and supports.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

2.1 PREPACKAGED CONCRETE MIX

A. Prepackaged concrete mix shall not be used where the hardened concrete will be ex-posed to freeze-thaw conditions unless surface deterioration can be tolerated, as de-termined by the (CO). It shall not be used where any single placement will be more than one cubic yard.

B. Material shall be identified as conforming to ASTM C387, Normal Strength Concrete;

Normal Weight Concrete.

2.2 COMMERCIAL PLANT CONCRETE

A. 3000 psig minimum compressive strength, meeting as a minimum the requirements of

JOB-BATCHED CONCRETE.

2.3 JOB-BATCHED CONCRETE

A. Aggregates shall be clean, washed materials supplied by a firm regularly engaged in the production of concrete aggregates. Separate stockpiles shall be maintained of sand passing a 3/8-inch sieve and coarse aggregate of 3/4 inch to No. 4 nominal size.

B. Cement:

1. ASTM C150, type II or I.

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C. Proportion dry ingredients by volume in the following ratio:

1. Cement: 3 parts.

2. Sand: 5 parts.

3. Coarse aggregate: 7 parts.

D. Add water to obtain a slump of 3-6 inches. Based on the ratio of dry ingredients of 3- 5-7, the water will be approximately two parts.

E. The relative proportions of sand and coarse aggregate may be adjusted, upon approval of the CO, if necessary to obtain better workability.

2.4 FORMS

A. Steel, Wood, or other suitable material of size and strength to resist movement during concrete placement and to retain horizontal and vertical alignment until removal. Use straight forms, free of distortion and defects.

B. Coat forms with a non-staining form release agent that will not discolor or deface sur-face of concrete.

2.5 REINFORCING BARS

A. Deformed steel bars: ASTM A 615, Grade 40.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 SURFACE PREPARATION

A. Remove loose material from compacted subbase surface immediately before placing concrete.

3.2 FORM CONSTRUCTION

A. Set forms to require grades and lines, rigidly braced and secured.

B. Install sufficient quantity of forms to allow continuous progress of work so that forms can remain in place at least 24 hours after concrete placement.

C. Clean forms after each use, and coat with form release agent as often as required to en-sure separation from concrete without damage.

3.3 PLACING REINFORCEMENT

A. Clean reinforcement of loose rust and mill scale, earth, ice, and other materials, which reduce or destroy bond with concrete.

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B. Place reinforcement to obtain at least minimum coverage’s for concrete protection.

1. Arrange, space and securely tie bars and bar supports to hold reinforcement in position during concrete placement operations.

2. Set wire ties so ends are directed into concrete, not toward exposed concrete sur-faces.

C. Install welded wire fabric in as long lengths as practicable.

1. Lap adjoining pieces at least one full mesh and lace splices with wire. Offset end laps in adjacent widths to prevent continuous laps in either direction.

3.4 MIXING OF JOB-BATCHED CONCRETE

A. Thoroughly mix ingredients.

B. Use mechanical mixer if total quantity to be placed is over 8 cubic feet.

3.5 CONCRETE PLACEMENT

A. Thoroughly dampen compacted subgrade before placement.

B. Forms shall be free of debris, and surfaces shall be clean, free of frost, ice, mud, and water.

C. Place in layers to avoid segregation and begin placing at corners of structure.

D. Consolidate with mechanical vibrators or hand tampers.

E. Thoroughly work the external surface to bring mortar against the forms to produce a smooth finish, substantially free of air or water pockets or honeycomb.

3.6 COLD WEATHER

A. Heat or protect concrete, if necessary, to maintain a temperature of more than 35oF for at least 24 hours after placing.

3.7 CURING

A. Keep surfaces moist a minimum of 2 days. Acceptable methods include ponding, wet burlap, wet straw or hay, curing paper, plastic sheets, and membrane curing com-pound. The CO must approve other methods.

3.8 CONCRETE FINISHING

A. After striking-off and consolidating concrete, smooth surface with screeding and float-ing. Use hand methods only where mechanical floating is not possible.

B. After completion of floating and troweling when excess moisture or surface sheen has disappeared, complete surface finishing, as follows:

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1. Broom finish, by drawing a fine-hair broom across concrete surface, perpendicu-lar to line of traffic. Repeat operation if required to provide a fine line texture acceptable to the CO.

C. Do not remove forms for 24 hours after concrete has been placed.

D. After form removal, clean ends of joints and point-up any minor honeycombed areas.

E. Remove and replace areas or sections with major defects.

3.9 REPAIRS AND PROTECTIONS

A. Repair or replace broken or defective concrete.

B. Protect concrete from damage until acceptance of work.

1. Exclude traffic from pavement for at least 14 calendar days after placement.

2. When construction traffic is permitted, maintain pavement as clean as possible by removing surface stains and spillage of materials as they occur.

3. Sweep concrete pavement and wash free of stains, discolorations, dirt and other foreign material just prior to final inspection.

END OF SECTION 321313

CHAIN-LINK FENCES AND GATES 323113 - 1

SECTION 323113.0 CHAIN-LINK FENCES AND GATES

A. This Section includes the following:

1. Galvanized steel chain-link fabric.

2. Galvanized steel framework.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For each product indicated.

B. Shop Drawings: Show locations, components, materials, dimensions, sizes, weights, finishes of components, installation and operational clearances, gate swings, and de-tails of post anchorage and attachment and bracing.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 CHAIN-LINK FENCE FABRIC

A. Steel Chain-Link Fence Fabric: Comply with Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Insti-tute's "Product Manual."

1. Mesh and Wire Size: 2-inch (50-mm) mesh, 0.148-inch (3.76-mm) diameter

2. Zinc-Coated Fabric: ASTM A 392, with zinc coating applied to steel wire mesh fabric after weaving with Class 1, 1.2-oz./sq. ft. (366-g/sq. m) minimum coating weight.

B. Fabric Selvage: Knuckled at both selvages.

2.2 INDUSTRIAL FENCE FRAMING

A. Round Steel Pipe: Standard weight, Schedule 40, galvanized steel pipe complying with ASTM F 1083. ASTM F 1043, Material Design Group IA, external and internal coating Type A, consisting of not less than 1.8-oz./sq. ft. (0.55-kg/sq. m) zinc; and line, end, corner, and pull posts and top rail as required for Light Industrial Fence.

B. Round Aluminum Pipe: ASTM F 1043, Material Design Group IB, and line, end, corner, and pull posts and top rail as required for Heavy Industrial Fence.

C. Round Steel Pipe: Cold-formed, electric-resistance-welded steel pipe. ASTM F 1043, Material Design Group IC, with external and internal coatings; and line, end, corner, and pull posts and top rail as required for Light Industrial Fence.

D. Post Brace Rails: Match top rail for coating and strength and stiffness requirements.

Provide brace rail with truss rod assembly for each gate, end, and pull post. Provide

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two brace rails extending in opposing directions, each with truss rod assembly, for each corner post and for pull posts. Provide rail ends and clamps for attaching rails to posts.

E. Top Rails: With swedged-end or fabricated for expansion-type coupling.

F. Intermediate Rails: Match top rail for coating and strength and stiffness requirements.

G. Bottom Rails: Match top rail for coating and strength and stiffness requirements.

2.3 GATES

A. Swing Gates: Comply with ASTM F 900 for single and double gates, made from pipe and tubing complying with ASTM F 1043, complete with hardware.

1. Frames and Bracing: For gate fabric height As indicated.

a. Corners: Welded.

2. Gate Posts: Fabricate members from round galvanized steel pipe for gate fabric heights by leaf widths indicated.

2.4 TENSION WIRE AND FITTINGS

A. Metallic-Coated Steel Tension Wire: 0.177-inch- (4.5-mm-) diameter, marcelled ten-sion wire complying with ASTM A 824 at locations indicated.

B. Fittings: Provide fittings for a complete fence installation, including special fittings for corners. Comply with ASTM F 626.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. General: Install chain-link fencing to comply with ASTM F 567 and more stringent requirements indicated. Do not begin installation before final grading is completed, unless otherwise permitted by Architect.

B. Post Excavation: Drill or hand-excavate holes for posts to diameters and spacings in-dicated, in firm, undisturbed or compacted soil.

C. Post Setting: Hand-excavate holes for post foundations in firm, undisturbed or com-pacted soil.

1. Concrete Footings: Place concrete around posts and vibrate or tamp for consoli-dation. Verify that posts are set plumb, aligned, and at correct height and spac-ing, and hold in position during placement and finishing operations until con-

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crete is sufficiently cured. Set the following post types in concrete footings and protect portion of posts aboveground from concrete splatter:

a. Terminal.

b. Line; Using mechanical devices to set line posts per ASTM F 567 is per-mitted.

c. Gate.

D. Terminal Posts: Locate terminal end, corner, and gate posts per ASTM F 567 and terminal pull posts at changes in horizontal or vertical alignment of more than 15 de-gree change in direction.

E. Line Posts: Space line posts uniformly at 10 feet (3.05 m) o.c.

F. Intermediate Rails: Install in one piece at as indicated, spanning between posts, using fittings, special offset fittings, and accessories.

G. Bottom Rails: Install, spanning between posts, using fittings and accessories.

H. Chain-Link Fabric: Apply fabric to outside of enclosing framework.

I. Tie Wires: Attach wire to chain-link fabric per ASTM F 626. Tie fabric to line posts at maximum interval of 12 inches (304 mm) o.c. and to braces at maximum interval of 24 inches (609 mm) o.c.

J. Gate Installation: Install gates level, plumb, and secure for full opening without inter-ference. Attach hardware using tamper-resistant or concealed means. Install ground-set items in concrete for anchorage. Adjust gate to operate smoothly, easily, and qui-etly throughout entire operational range. Confirm that latches and locks engage accu-rately and securely without forcing or binding.

END OF SECTION 323113

VERTICAL PIVOT GATES 323100 - 1

SECTION 323113.1 CHAIN LINK VERTICAL PIVOT GATES

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Vertically pivoting low voltage electrically operated vehicle access gate.

a. Fully welded gate frame.

b. Gate operator of a vertical pivot type, for opening and closing the gate.

c. Security fence panels of chain link fabric.

d. Receiving yoke.

2. Concrete and earthwork for operator and yoke pads.

3. Push Button Gate Controls.

4. Contact Edge and Photoelectric non-contact external entrapment protection devices.

B. Products Not Furnished or Installed under This Section:

1. Electrical power service to the gate operator.

2. Line Fencing.

1.2 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Gate Dimensions[ Each]:

1. Width - 25 feet

2. Height - Operator Pad surface to top of gate 6 feet.

B. Structural Performance: Engineer, fabricate, and install gate systems to withstand gate dead loads and wind live loads of 120 mph.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit sufficient manufacturer's data to indicate compliance with these specifications. Mark data to indicate:

1. Details of material and construction.

2. Recommended installation requirements to properly accommodate the proposed Gate and accessories.

B. Shop Drawings: Submit shop drawings for fabrication and installation of ornamental metal work. Include plans, elevations and detail sections. Indicate materials, methods, finishes and types of joinery, fasteners, anchorages and accessory items. Provide setting diagrams and templates for anchorages, sleeves, and bolts installed by others. Shop drawings to be field verified by installer.

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1.4 REFERENCES

A. Comply with applicable (Federal/State/Local) code and project standards. Comply with requirements of Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) in Project location.

1. Standards: Comply and adhere to current Operation Control Systems and Gate Panel

Construction Standards outlined in a., b., and c. below.

a. UL 325 - Standard for Safety for Door, Drapery, Gate, Louver, and Window

Operators and Systems.

b. CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 247 Operators and Systems of Doors, Gates, Draperies, and

Louvers

c. ASTM F2200 - Standard Specification for Automated Vehicular Gate

Construction.

2. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: NFPA 70, Article 100.

B. Chain link Fencing Standards:

1. Fencing and Gates: Chain Link Fence Manufacturer's Institute "Specifications for Fence-

Posts, Gates and Accessories". Install in accordance with ASTM F567.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Gate Operator Manufacturer Qualifications: Minimum three (3) years documented experience producing systems specified in this section. Furnish UL 325 Listing Certification from the Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory for Gate Operator specified in this section.

B. Gate Panel Fabricator Qualifications: Minimum three (3) years documented experience in automated gate panel fabrication. Furnish detailed drawing of gate panel construction/fabrications that is in compliance with ASTM F2200.

C. Installer Qualifications: An experienced installer who has completed fences and gates similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project and whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance as well as compliance with section 1.5 A. 1. previously outlined.

1.6 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Store components to avoid damage from moisture, abrasion, and other construction activities.

Carefully store materials off the ground to provide proper protection against oxidation caused by ground contact.

1.7 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Field Measurements and Verification: Installer shall measure, verify and generate dimensions where Gate and Operator are to be located. Indicate specific location of gate with regard to existing roadways, proposed roadways, curb locations, grade changes and elevations. Indicate specific location of Gate Operator and its respective concrete foundation; include surrounding landscaping, fencing, buildings and other fixed stationary objects near the gate operator and gate panel in both open and closed positions.

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1.8 COORDINATION AND SEQUENCING

A. Coordinate gate installation with line fencing and paving. Gate and Operator can be installed independent of paving providing that the Operator concrete foundation is in place, including electrical control conduits. Upon completion of installation place the Gate in an open position and maintain vertically clear of traffic and surrounding fence line installation.

B. Operators are designed for 120 volt 20 amp primary service and 24 Volt DC battery back-up (recommended two (2) Group 24, sealed 12V, Marine Starting batteries to be field supplied and installed). Installer is to coordinate electrical service with electrical design and electrical trades.

Service connection is supplied via underground conduit and recommended to include a GFCI circuit breaker (subject to code or project specifications). Connection is made into a 4” x 4” handy box inside the Operator. Within the box wire GFCI Duplex Receptacle “HOT” off of the main breaker. Receptacle may be used for loads under 20 Amps such as hand tools and the like.

1.9 WARRANTY

A. Standard Warranty: Provide manufacturer's standard three (3) year warranty against defective materials and workmanship after Date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACCEPTABLE MANUFACTURER

A. Basis of Design: AutoGate, Inc. Berlin Heights, Ohio. Model VPG2490 Vertical Pivot Gate System.

1. Chain Link 300 - mesh and diagonal bracing.

B. Requests for substitutions will be considered as long as the meet the salient characteristics.

2.2 GATE CONSTRUCTION

A. Materials:

1. Aluminum Assembly Framing:

a. Plate, Shapes and Bar: ASTM B221, alloy 6061-T6 or 6063-T6.

b. Extrusions: Alloy and temper 6063-T6 except formed elbows shall be 6063-T4:

c. Round Aluminum Pipe: Standard weight extruded structural aluminum pipe, alloy

6063-T6, mill finish, complying with ASTM B429.

d. Provide lock washer or other locking device at all bolted connections.

2. Steel Assembly Framing:

a. High strength steel pipe triple coated in accordance with ASTM F1043 Group IC;

SS40 as manufactured by Allied Tube & Conduit.

1) External coatings per ASTM F1043 Type B; internal coatings per ASTM

F1043 Type D.

2) Post welding treatments: All welded joints to be coated ZRC or equivalent zinc rich coating.

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b. Steel Tubes: ASTM A500 Cold-Formed Welded Pipe and Structural Tubing Hot- Dipped, Zinc-Coated.

c. Steel Shapes plates and bars: ASTM A36.

3. Threaded Fasteners:

a. All exterior screws, bolts, nut and washers shall be 300 Series non-magnetic Stainless steel.

b. Provide lock washers or other locking devices such as deformed thread lock or nylon locking nuts at all bolted connections.

B. Fabrication:

1. Fabricate frames of gates from aluminum tubing. Assemble gate frames by welding at corners. Infill gate frames with panels to match adjacent fence panels.

2. Configuration: Size and space members in compliance with applicable codes and project specifications. All gate framing members shall be unspliced single pipe or tube length.

3. Bracing:

a. Provide diagonal welded pipe gate trusses to prevent sag.

b. Cable Wind Bracing: Required for gates between 16’ or more in length and up to

20’ in length. Provide 3/16 aircraft coated cable anchored to the operator and at 2/3 the length of the gate.

c. Masted Wind Bracing: Required for gates over 20’ or more in length or more than 7’ in height, and/or code requirement beyond 75 mph winds.

1) Provide continuous tube elements which attach to the operator and extend a minimum of 2/3 the length of the gate. Wind bracing is also secured to the bottom of the gate with strut plates.

4. Fully assemble gate leaves in the manufacturer‘s shop with no joints splices or bolted sections. Open tube ends or sections are not acceptable.

5. Welding: Make exposed joints butt tight, flush, and hairline. Continuously seal joined members by continuous welds.

C. Fabricated frame and infill fabrics: Epoxy coating, PVC Coating, or unpainted mill finish fabrics to match fence line color.

D. Barbed wire assemblies: Extend gate post and vertical frame members 12 inches above top of chain-link fabric.

E. Provide components required for receiving yoke anchorage of gate ends. Fabricate anchors and related components of material and finish matching gate frame.

2.3 GATE OPERATORS

A. Provide gate operator system, including gate operator, field supplied manufacturer recommended batteries, external entrapment B1 type Non-Contact sensing…