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This is a combined synopsis and solicitation document for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the USDA Agricultural Research Service for HVAC and electrical upgrades at the Pollinating Insect-Biology Management, Systematics Research Unit at Utah State University in Logan, Utah. The work includes installation of a new HVAC system and electrical power upgrades, with selective demolition and reconstruction as needed. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside with a small business size standard of $19 million under NAICS code 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air Conditioning Contractors). A mandatory site visit is required for technical acceptability. Questions must be submitted via email to david.hildebrand@usda.gov no later than April 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM Mountain time, with the solicitation name and number included as the subject line.

The specification document provides comprehensive technical requirements structured across multiple sections addressing general requirements, HVAC systems, electrical work, and thermal insulation. Key administrative requirements include submission of a Baseline Construction Schedule within 30 days of contract award, mobilization to the jobsite within 60 days, and establishment of a Quality Control program with designated personnel. Critical deliverables include an Accident Prevention Plan, Environmental Protection Plan, Construction Waste Management Plan, Operation and Maintenance Manuals, and as-built drawings. The work requires compliance with EM 385-1-1 safety standards, NADCA guidelines for HVAC cleaning, AABC or NEBB standards for testing and balancing, seismic bracing requirements per UFC 3-301-01, and thermal insulation per ASHRAE 90.1. All submittals marked with "G" classification require Government approval, and the contractor must maintain comprehensive documentation throughout the contract period for quality assurance and project closeout.

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UPGRADE HVAC FOR BEE

LAB/HEADHOUSE FACILITY

POLLINATING INSECT-BIOLOGY

MANAGEMENT, SYSTEMATICS

RESEARCH UNIT

USDA-ARS / UTAH STATE UNIVERSITY

LOGAN, UTAH 84341

specifications project manual

January 2026 prepared by;

ajc architects 703 east 1700 south, salt lake city, utah 84105 project no. 2024-32

Pollinating Insect-Biology Management, Systematics Research Unit USDA-BEE-LAB Utah State University

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 11 00 02/24 SUMMARY OF WORK

a description of work covered in this contract and is required for use in all projects

01 14 00 11/22, CHG 3: 08/24 WORK RESTRICTIONS

work and site restrictions

01 20 00 11/20, CHG 4: 08/24 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

payment instruction paragraphs required for use in all projects

01 30 00 11/20, CHG 4: 08/24 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

general administrative and procedural requirements for Contractor management and coordination

01 32 16.00 20 08/18, CHG 1: 08/20 SMALL PROJECT CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS

SCHEDULES

the preparation and use of construction schedules for small projects

01 33 00 08/18, CHG 4: 02/21 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

general procedures regarding submittals, data normally submitted for review to establish conformance with the design concept and contract documents

01 35 26 05/24 GOVERNMENTAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

safety and occupational health requirements for the protection of Contractor and Government personnel, property, and resources

01 42 00 05/24 SOURCES FOR REFERENCE PUBLICATIONS

listing of organizations whose publications are referenced in other sections of the specifications.

01 45 00 08/23, CHG 1: 05/24 QUALITY CONTROL

preparation and use of Design-Bid-Build (DBB) and Design-Build (DB) Quality Control

01 50 00 11/20, CHG 3: 08/24 TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION FACILITIES AND

CONTROLS

temporary construction facilities, safety systems, construction traffic provisions, construction signage, jobsite Wi-Fi, and controls over Contractor operations required for use in all projects.

01 57 19 08/22 TEMPORARY ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROLS

environmental protection and other environmental temporary controls

01 74 19 02/19, CHG 3: 11/21 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND

DISPOSAL

the management of non-hazardous construction waste and demolition debris/waste materials

01 78 00 05/19, CHG 1: 08/21 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 1 closeout submittals including: revised project documents, warranty management, testing, adjusting and balancing, O & M manuals, and cleanup

01 78 23 05/23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

Operation and Maintenance (O&M) data packages, manuals and training

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

23 01 30.41 05/22 HVAC SYSTEM CLEANING

cleaning of HVAC systems, including applicable industry standards, qualifications of cleaning contractor, cleaning methodology, and performance verification

23 03 00.00 20 08/10, CHG 3: 08/18 BASIC MECHANICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

the mechanical general requirements for all sections of Divisions: 21, FIRE SUPPRESSION; 22, PLUMBING; and 23

HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 05 48.19 05/18, CHG 2: 08/20 SEISMIC BRACING FOR HVAC

seismic protection of mechanical equipment, ductwork, building piping, and exterior utilities.

23 05 93 11/15 TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR

HVAC

testing, adjusting, and balancing (TAB) of heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) air and water distribution systems

23 07 00 08/24 THERMAL INSULATION FOR MECHANICAL

SYSTEMS

field applied thermal insulation on HVAC and plumbing systems located within, on, under, and adjacent to buildings; above and below ground

23 08 00 05/23, CHG 1: 08/24 COMMISSIONING OF MECHANICAL[ AND

PLUMBING] SYSTEMS

commissioning requirements for HVAC[ and plumbing] systems

23 11 20 05/20 FACILITY GAS PIPING

low pressure facility gas piping systems conforming to NFPA 54 for non-industrial uses

23 21 23 08/17 HYDRONIC PUMPS

hydronic pumps primarily designed for chilled water, hot water and condenser water service in building HVAC systems

23 23 00 08/21 REFRIGERANT PIPING

refrigerant piping systems inside of buildings, or leading from equipment adjacent to buildings

23 25 00 05/21 CHEMICAL TREATMENT OF WATER FOR

MECHANICAL SYSTEMS

chemical treatment of water for mechanical systems

23 30 00 05/20, CHG 1: 02/22 HVAC AIR DISTRIBUTION

air supply, distribution, ventilation, and exhaust

PROJECT TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 2 portions of an HVAC system

23 52 00 04/08, CHG 5: 11/19 HEATING BOILERS

packaged hot water and steam boiler systems (oil, gas or combination oil/gas fired) of up to 6000 kW 20,000,000 Btuh output capacity. The hot water boiler systems operate at water temperatures below 120 degrees C 250 degrees F and water working pressures less than 1100 kPa 160 psi. The steam heating systems operate up to 100 kPa 15 psig

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 00 00.00 20 07/06 BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS

electrical general requirements, complete

26 05 00.00 40 08/16 COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

common to all electrical sections

26 05 48.00 10 10/07 SEISMIC PROTECTION FOR ELECTRICAL

EQUIPMENT

seismic protection of electrical equipment, conduit, and exterior utilities.

26 20 00 02/14 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM

procurement, installation, and testing of electrical wiring systems for construction projects

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SECTION 01 11 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

02/24 a description of work covered in this contract and is required for use in all projects

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

1.2.1 Project Description

1.2.2 Location

1.3 OCCUPANCY OF PREMISES

1.4 EXISTING WORK

1.5 LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES

1.5.1 Notification Prior to Excavation

1.6 SALVAGE MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Salvage Plan ; G

1.2 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

1.2.1 Project Description

The work includes Installation of new HVAC system and electrical power upgrades for new equipment. Selective demolition and reconstruction will be as needed. and incidental related work.

1.2.2 Location

The work is located at the Pollinating Insect-Biology Management, Systematics Research Unit at Utah State University 880 EAST 1400 NORTH, Logan, UT 84131 , approximately as indicated. The exact location will be shown by the Contracting Officer.

1.3 OCCUPANCY OF PREMISES

Building(s) will be occupied during performance of work under this Contract. Occupancy notifications will be posted in a prominent location in the work area.

Before work is started, arrange with the Contracting Officer a sequence of procedure, means of access, space for storage of materials and equipment, and use of approaches, corridors, and stairways.

1.4 EXISTING WORK

Remove or alter existing work in such a manner as to prevent injury or damage to any portions of the existing work which remain.

Repair or replace portions of existing work which have been altered during construction operations to match existing or adjoining work, as approved by the Contracting Officer. At the completion of operations, existing work must be in a condition equal to or better than that which existed before new work started.

1.5 LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND UTILITIES

Obtain digging permits prior to start of excavation, and comply with Installation requirements for locating and marking underground utilities.

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Contact local utility locating service a minimum of 48 hours prior to excavating, to mark utilities, and within sufficient time required if work occurs on a Monday or after a Holiday. Verify existing utility locations indicated on contract drawings, within area of work.

Identify and mark all other utilities not managed and located by the local utility companies. Scan the construction site with Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), electromagnetic, or sonic equipment, and mark the surface of the ground or paved surface where existing underground utilities are discovered. Verify the elevations of existing piping, utilities,and any type of underground or encased obstruction not indicated, or specified to be removed, that is indicated or discovered during scanning, in locations to be traversed by piping, ducts, and other work to be conducted or installed. Verify elevations before installing new work closer than nearest manhole or other structure at which an adjustment in grade can be made.

1.5.1 Notification Prior to Excavation

Notify the Contracting Officer at least 15 days prior to starting excavation work.

1.6 SALVAGE MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

Items designated by the Contracting Officer to be salvaged remain the property of the Government. Segregate, itemize, deliver and off-load the salvaged property at the Government designated storage area located within 20 miles of the construction site.

Provide a salvage plan , listing material and equipment to be salvaged, and their storage location. Maintain property control records for material or equipment designated as salvage. Provide a system for property control in the salvage plan. Store and protect salvaged materials and equipment until disposition by the Contracting Officer.

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WORK RESTRICTIONS

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work and site restrictions

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

1.2 CONTRACTOR ACCESS AND USE OF PREMISES

1.2.1 Activity Regulations

1.2.1.1 Subcontractors and Personnel Contacts

1.2.1.2 No Smoking Policy

1.2.2 Working Hours

1.2.3 Work Outside Regular Hours

1.2.4 Exclusionary Period

1.2.5 Occupied Building

1.2.6 Utility Cutovers and Interruptions

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

List of Contact Personnel

SD-07 Certificates

1.2 CONTRACTOR ACCESS AND USE OF PREMISES

1.2.1 Activity Regulations

Ensure that Contractor personnel employed on the Activity become familiar with and obey Activity regulations including safety, fire, traffic and security regulations. Keep within the limits of the work and avenues of ingress and egress. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas. Do not enter any restricted areas unless required to do so and until cleared for such entry. Ensure all Contractor equipment, include delivery vehicles, are clearly identified with their company name.

1.2.1.1 Subcontractors and Personnel Contacts

Provide a list of contact personnel of the Contractor and subcontractors including addresses and telephone numbers for use in the event of an emergency. As changes occur and additional information becomes available, correct and change the information contained in previous lists.

1.2.1.2 No Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited within and outside of all buildings on installation, except in designated smoking areas. This applies to existing buildings, buildings under construction and buildings under renovation. Discarding tobacco materials other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and is subject to fines. The Contracting Officer will identify designated smoking areas.

1.2.2 Working Hours

Regular working hours will consist of an 8 1/2 hour period established by the Contracting Officer, between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday , , excluding Government holidays.

1.2.3 Work Outside Regular Hours

Work outside regular working hours requires Contracting Officer approval.

Make application 15 calendar days prior to such work to allow arrangements

SECTION 01 14 00 Page 3 to be made by the Government for inspecting the work in progress, giving the specific dates, hours, location, type of work to be performed, contract number and project title. Based on the justification provided, the Contracting Officer may approve work outside regular hours. During periods of darkness, the different parts of the work must be lighted in a manner approved by the Contracting Officer. Make utility cutovers after normal working hours or on Saturdays, Sundays, and Government holidays unless directed otherwise.

[ 1.2.4 Exclusionary Period

No work may be performed during the period [_____] to [_____], inclusive, without prior written approval of the Contracting Officer. This period has not been considered in computing the time allowed for the performance of this contract.

] 1.2.5 Occupied Building

The Contractor shall be working in an existing building around existing buildings which is occupied.

Provide dust covers or protective enclosures to protect existing work that remains, and Government material located in the building during the construction period.

Relocate movable furniture as required to perform the work, protect the furniture, and replace the furniture in its original location upon completion of the work. Leave attached equipment in place, and protect it against damage, or temporarily disconnect, relocate, protect, and reinstall it at the completion of the work.

1.2.6 Utility Cutovers and Interruptions

a. Make utility cutovers and interruptions after normal working hours or on Saturdays, Sundays, and Government holidays. Conform to procedures required in paragraph WORK OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS.

b. Ensure that new utility lines are complete, except for the connection, before interrupting existing service.

c. Interruption to water, sanitary sewer, storm sewer, telephone service, electric service, air conditioning, heating, fire alarm, compressed air, are considered utility cutovers pursuant to the paragraph WORK

OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS.

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

1.2 CONTRACTOR'S INVOICE AND CONTRACT PERFORMANCE STATEMENT

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

1.2 CONTRACTOR'S INVOICE AND CONTRACT PERFORMANCE STATEMENT

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 VIEW LOCATION MAP

1.4 PROGRESS AND COMPLETION PICTURES

1.5 MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

1.6 SUPERVISION

1.6.1 Superintendent Qualifications

1.6.2 Minimum Communication Requirements

1.6.3 Duties

1.6.4 Non-Compliance Actions

1.7 PRECONSTRUCTION

1.7.1 Attendees

1.8 FACILITY TURNOVER PLANNING MEETINGS (Red Zone Meetings)

1.8.1 Red Zone Checklist

1.8.2 Meetings

1.9 PARTNERING

1.9.1 Team-Led (Informal) Partnering

1.10 MOBILIZATION

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS (USACE)

EM 385-1-1 (2024) Safety -- Safety and Occupational Health (SOH) Requirements

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

View Location Map

Progress and Completion Pictures

1.3 VIEW LOCATION MAP

Submit, prior to or with the first digital photograph submittals, a sketch or drawing indicating the required photographic locations. Update as required if the locations are moved.

1.4 PROGRESS AND COMPLETION PICTURES

Photographically document site conditions prior to start of construction operations. Provide monthly, and within one month of the completion of work, digital photographs, 1600x1200x24 bit true color minimum resolution in JPEG file format showing the sequence and progress of work. Take a minimum of 20 digital photographs each week throughout the entire project from a minimum of ten different viewpoints selected by the Contractor unless otherwise directed by the Contracting Officer. Submit with the monthly invoice two sets of digital photographs, each set on a separate compact disc (CD) or data versatile disc (DVD), cumulative of all photos to date. Indicate photographs demonstrating environmental procedures.

Provide photographs for each month in a separate monthly directory and name each file to indicate its location on the view location sketch. Also provide the view location sketch on the CD or DVD as a digital file.

Include a date designator in file names. Photographs provided are for unrestricted use by the Government.

1.5 MINIMUM INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

Provide the minimum insurance coverage required by FAR 28.307-2 Liability, SECTION 01 30 00 Page 3 during the entire period of performance under this contract. Provide other insurance coverage as required by State law.

1.6 SUPERVISION

1.6.1 Superintendent Qualifications

Provide project superintendent with a minimum of 5 years experience in construction with at least 5 of those years as a superintendent on projects similar in size and complexity. The individual must be familiar with the requirements of EM 385-1-1 and have experience in the areas of hazard identification and safety compliance. The individual must be capable of interpreting a critical path schedule and construction drawings. The qualification requirements for the alternate superintendent are the same as for the project superintendent. The Contracting Officer may request proof of the superintendent's qualifications at any point in the project if the performance of the superintendent is in question.

For projects where the superintendent is permitted to also serve as the Quality Control (QC) Manager as established in Section 01 45 00 QUALITY CONTROL, the superintendent must have qualifications in accordance with that section.

1.6.2 Minimum Communication Requirements

Have at least one qualified superintendent, or competent alternate, capable of reading, writing, and conversing fluently in the English language, on the job-site at all times during the performance of Contract work. In addition, if a Quality Control (QC) representative is required on the Contract, then that individual must also have fluent English communication skills.

1.6.3 Duties

The project superintendent is primarily responsible for managing subcontractors and coordinating day-to-day production and schedule adherence on the project. The superintendent is required to attend Red Zone meetings, partnering meetings, and quality control meetings. The superintendent or qualified alternative must be on-site at all times during the performance of this contract until the work is completed and accepted.

1.6.4 Non-Compliance Actions

The Project Superintendent is subject to removal by the Contracting Officer for non-compliance with requirements specified in the contract and for failure to manage the project to ensure timely completion.

Furthermore, the Contracting Officer may issue an order stopping all or part of the work until satisfactory corrective action has been taken. No part of the time lost due to such stop orders is acceptable as the subject of claim for extension of time for excess costs or damages by the Contractor.

1.7 PRECONSTRUCTION

prior to commencing any work at the site, coordinate with the Contracting Officer a time and place to meet for the Preconstruction. The purpose of this is to discuss and develop a mutual understanding of the administrative requirements of the Contract including but not limited to:

SECTION 01 30 00 Page 4 daily reporting, invoicing, value engineering, safety, base-access, outage requests, hot work permits, schedule requirements, quality control, schedule of prices or earned value report, shop drawings, submittals, cybersecurity, prosecution of the work, government acceptance, final inspections and contract close-out. Contractor must present and discuss their basic approach to scheduling the construction work and any required phasing.

1.7.1 Attendees

Contractor attendees must include the Project Manager, Superintendent, Site Safety and Health Officer (SSHO), Quality Control Manager and major subcontractors.

1.8 FACILITY TURNOVER PLANNING MEETINGS (Red Zone Meetings)

Meet with the Government to identify strategies to ensure the project is carried to expeditious closure and turnover to the Client. Start planning the turnover process at the Pre-Construction Conference meeting with a discussion of the Red Zone process and convene at regularly scheduled NAVFAC Red Zone Meetings beginning at approximately 75 percent of project completion. Include the following in the facility Turnover effort:

1.8.1 Red Zone Checklist

a. Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR) will provide the Contractor a copy of the Red Zone Checklist template.

b. Prior to 75 percent completion, modify the Red Zone Checklist template by adding or deleting critical activities applicable to the project and assign planned completion dates for each activity. Submit the modified Red Zone Checklist to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer may request additional activities be added to the Red Zone Checklist at any time as necessary.

1.8.2 Meetings

a. Conduct regular Red Zone Meetings beginning at approximately 75 percent project completion, or three to six months prior to Beneficial Occupancy Date (BOD), whichever comes first.

b. The Contracting Officer will establish the frequency of the meetings, which is expected to increase as the project completion draws nearer.

At the beginning, Red Zone meetings may be every two weeks then increase to weekly towards the final month of the project.

c. Using the Red Zone Checklist as a Plan of Action and Milestones (POAM) and basis for discussion, review upcoming critical activities and strategies to ensure work is completed on time.

d. During the Red Zone Meetings discuss with the COTR any upcoming activities that require Government involvement.

e. Maintain the Red Zone Checklist by documenting the actual completion dates as work is completed and update the Red Zone Checklist with revised planned completion dates as necessary to match progress.

Distribute copies of the current Red Zone Checklist to attendees at each Red Zone Meeting.

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1.9 PARTNERING

Host the partnering session within 45 calendar days of contract award. To most effectively accomplish this Contract, the Contractor and Government must form a cohesive partnership with the common goal of drawing on the strength of each organization in an effort to achieve a successful project without safety mishaps, conforming to the Contract, within budget and on schedule. The partnering team must consist of personnel from both the Government and Contractor including project level and corporate level leadership positions. Key Personnel from the supported command, end user, , Contractor, key subcontractors and the Designer of Record are required to participate in the Partnering process.

1.9.1 Team-Led (Informal) Partnering

a. The Contracting Officer will coordinate the initial Team-Led (Informal) Partnering Session with key personnel of the project team, including Contractor and Government personnel. The Partnering Session will be co-led by the Government Construction Manager and Contractor's Project Manager.

b. The Initial Team-led Partnering session may be held concurrently with the meeting. Partnering sessions will be held at a location mutually agreed to by the Contracting Officer and the Contractor, typically at a conference room on-base or at the Contractor's temporary trailer.

c. The Initial Team-Led Partnering Session will be conducted and facilitated using electronic media (a video and accompanying forms) provided by Contracting Officer.

d. The Partners will determine the frequency of the follow-on sessions.

e. Participants will bear their own costs for meals, lodging and transportation associated with Partnering.

1.10 MOBILIZATION

Contractor shall mobilize to the jobsite within 60 calendar days after contract award . Mobilize is defined as having equipment AND having a physical presence of at least one person from the contractor's team on the jobsite.

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

1.2 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE REQUIREMENT

1.3 SCHEDULE FORMAT

1.3.1 Schedule Submittals and Procedures

1.4 SCHEDULE MONTHLY UPDATES

1.5 3-WEEK LOOK AHEAD SCHEDULE

1.6 CORRESPONDENCE AND TEST REPORTS:

1.7 ADDITIONAL SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

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1.1 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Baseline Construction Schedule ; G

SD-07 Certificates

Monthly Updates

1.2 PRE-CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE REQUIREMENT

Within 30 calendar days after contract award and Prior to the start of work, prepare and submit to the Contracting Officer a Baseline Construction Schedule in the form of a in accordance with the terms in Contract Clause FAR 52.236-15 Schedules for Construction Contracts, except as modified in this contract. The approval of a Baseline Construction Schedule is a condition precedent to:

a. The Contractor starting demolition work or construction stage(s) of the contract.

b. Processing Contractor's invoice(s) for construction activities/items of work.

c. Review of any schedule updates.

Submittal of the Baseline Construction Schedule, and subsequent schedule updates, is understood to be the Contractor's certification that the submitted schedule meets the requirements of the Contract Documents, represents the Contractor's plan on how the work will be accomplished, and accurately reflects the work that has been accomplished and how it was sequenced (as-built logic).

1.3 SCHEDULE FORMAT

1.3.1 Schedule Submittals and Procedures

Submit Schedules and updates in hard copy and on electronic media that is acceptable to the Contracting Officer. Submit an electronic back-up of the project schedule in an import format compatible with the Government's scheduling program.

1.4 SCHEDULE MONTHLY UPDATES

Update the Construction Schedule at monthly intervals or when the schedule

SECTION 01 32 16.00 20 Page 3 has been revised. Keep the updated schedule current, reflecting actual activity progress and plan for completing the remaining work. Submit copies of purchase orders and confirmation of delivery dates as directed by the Contracting Officer.

a. Narrative Report: Identify and justify the following:

(1) Progress made in each area of the project;

(2) Longest Path: Include printed copy on 11 by 17 inch paper, landscape setting;

(3) Date/time constraint(s), other than those required by the contract;

(4) Listing of changes made between the previous schedule and current updated schedule including: added or removed activities, original and remaining durations for activities that have not started, logic (sequence, constraint, lag/lead), milestones, planned sequence of operations, longest path, calendars or calendar assignments, and cost loading.

(5) Any decrease in previously reported activity Earned Amount;

(6) Pending items and status thereof, including permits, changes orders, and time extensions;

(7) Status of Contract Completion Date and interim milestones;

(8) Current and anticipated delays (describe cause of delay and corrective actions(s) and mitigation measures to minimize);

(9) Description of current and future schedule problem areas.

For each entry in the narrative report, cite the respective Activity ID and Activity Name, the date and reason for the change, and description of the change.

1.5 3-WEEK LOOK AHEAD SCHEDULE

Prepare and issue a 3-Week Look Ahead schedule to provide a more detailed day-to-day plan of upcoming work identified on the Construction Schedule.

Key the work plans to activity numbers when a NAS is required and update each week to show the planned work for the current and following two-week period. Additionally, include upcoming outages, closures, preparatory meetings, and initial meetings. Identify critical path activities on the Three-Week Look Ahead Schedule. The detail work plans are to be bar chart type schedules, maintained separately from the Construction Schedule on an electronic spreadsheet program and printed on 8-1/2 by 11 inch sheets as directed by the Contracting Officer. Activities must not exceed 5 working days in duration and have sufficient level of detail to assign crews, tools and equipment required to complete the work. Deliver three hard copies and one electronic file of the 3-Week Look Ahead Schedule to the Contracting Officer no later than 8 a.m. each Monday, and review during the weekly CQC Coordination or Production Meeting.

1.6 CORRESPONDENCE AND TEST REPORTS:

Correspondence (e.g., letters, Requests for Information (RFIs), e-mails, meeting minute items, Production and QC Daily Reports, material delivery

SECTION 01 32 16.00 20 Page 4 tickets, photographs) must reference Schedule Activities that are being addressed. Test reports (e.g., concrete, soil compaction, weld, pressure) must reference Schedule Activities that are being addressed.

1.7 ADDITIONAL SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS

Any references to additional scheduling requirements, including systems to be inspected, tested and commissioned, that are located throughout the remainder of the Contract Documents, are subject to all requirements of this section.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

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PART 3 EXECUTION

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SECTION TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

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general procedures regarding submittals, data normally submitted for review to establish conformance with the design concept and contract documents

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

1.1.1 Submittal Descriptions (SD)

1.1.2 Approving Authority

1.1.3 Work

1.2 SUBMITTALS

1.3 SUBMITTAL CLASSIFICATION

1.3.1 Government Approved (G)

1.3.2 For Information Only

1.4 PREPARATION

1.4.1 Transmittal Form

1.4.2 Submittal Format

1.4.2.1 Format of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

1.4.2.2 Format for SD-02 Shop Drawings

1.4.2.2.1 Drawing Identification

1.4.2.3 Format of SD-03 Product Data

1.4.2.3.1 Product Information

1.4.2.3.2 Standards

1.4.2.3.3 Data Submission

1.4.2.4 Format of SD-04 Samples

1.4.2.4.1 Sample Characteristics

1.4.2.4.2 Sample Incorporation

1.4.2.4.3 Comparison Sample

1.4.2.5 Format of SD-05 Design Data

1.4.2.6 Format of SD-06 Test Reports

1.4.2.7 Format of SD-07 Certificates

1.4.2.8 Format of SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

1.4.2.8.1 Standards

1.4.2.9 Format of SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

1.4.2.10 Format of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data (O&M)

1.4.2.11 Format of SD-11 Closeout Submittals

1.4.3 Source Drawings for Shop Drawings

1.4.3.1 Source Drawings

1.4.3.2 Terms and Conditions

1.4.4 Electronic File Format

1.5 QUANTITY OF SUBMITTALS

1.5.1 Number of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittal Copies

1.5.2 Number of SD-02 Shop Drawing Copies

1.5.3 Number of SD-03 Product Data Copies

1.5.4 Number of SD-04 Samples

1.5.5 Number of SD-05 Design Data Copies

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1.5.6 Number of SD-06 Test Report Copies

1.5.7 Number of SD-07 Certificate Copies

1.5.8 Number of SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions Copies

1.5.9 Number of SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Report Copies

1.5.10 Number of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data Copies

1.5.11 Number of SD-11 Closeout Submittals Copies

1.6 INFORMATION ONLY SUBMITTALS

1.7 PROJECT SUBMITTAL REGISTER

1.7.1 Submittal Management

1.7.2 Preconstruction Use of Submittal Register

1.7.3 Contractor Use of Submittal Register

1.7.4 Approving Authority Use of Submittal Register

1.7.5 Action Codes

1.7.6 Delivery of Copies

1.8 VARIATIONS

1.8.1 Considering Variations

1.8.2 Proposing Variations

1.8.3 Warranting that Variations are Compatible

1.8.4 Review Schedule Extension

1.9 SCHEDULING

1.10 GOVERNMENT APPROVING AUTHORITY

1.10.1 Review Notations

1.11 DISAPPROVED SUBMITTALS

1.12 APPROVED SUBMITTALS

1.13 APPROVED SAMPLES

PART 2 PRODUCTS

PART 3 EXECUTION

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment A - Submittal Register

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PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DEFINITIONS

1.1.1 Submittal Descriptions (SD)

Submittal requirements are specified in the technical sections. Examples and descriptions of submittals identified by the Submittal Description (SD) numbers and titles follow:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Government approved Division 01 preconstruction submittals that are required prior to or commencing with the start of work must be submitted within 30 calendar days of contract award unless specified elsewhere in the specifications. Contractor approved Division 01 submittals that are required prior to or commencing with the start of work must be submitted within 45 calendar days of contract award unless specified elsewhere in the specifications.

Preconstruction Submittals include schedules and a tabular list of locations, features, and other pertinent information regarding products, materials, equipment, or components to be used in the work.

Certificates Of Insurance

Surety Bonds

List Of Proposed Subcontractors

List Of Proposed Products

Baseline Network Analysis Schedule (NAS)

Submittal Register

Schedule Of Prices Or Earned Value Report

Work Plan

Quality Control (QC) plan

Environmental Protection Plan

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Drawings, diagrams and schedules specifically prepared to illustrate some portion of the work.

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Diagrams and instructions from a manufacturer or fabricator for use in producing the product and as aids to the Contractor for integrating the product or system into the project.

Drawings prepared by or for the Contractor to show how multiple systems and interdisciplinary work will be coordinated.

SD-03 Product Data

Catalog cuts, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions and brochures illustrating size, physical appearance and other characteristics of materials, systems or equipment for some portion of the work.

Samples of warranty language when the contract requires extended product warranties.

SD-04 Samples

Fabricated or unfabricated physical examples of materials, equipment or workmanship that illustrate functional and aesthetic characteristics of a material or product and establish standards by which the work can be judged.

Color samples from the manufacturer's standard line (or custom color samples if specified) to be used in selecting or approving colors for the project.

Field samples and mock-ups constructed on the project site establish standards ensuring work can be judged. Includes assemblies or portions of assemblies that are to be incorporated into the project and those that will be removed at conclusion of the work.

SD-05 Design Data

Design calculations, mix designs, analyses or other data pertaining to a part of work.

SD-06 Test Reports

Report signed by authorized official of testing laboratory that a material, product or system identical to the material, product or system to be provided has been tested in accord with specified requirements. Unless specified in another section, testing must have been within three years of date of contract award for the project.

Report that includes findings of a test required to be performed on an actual portion of the work or prototype prepared for the project before shipment to job site.

Report that includes finding of a test made at the job site or on sample taken from the job site, on portion of work during or after installation.

Investigation reports

Daily logs and checklists

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Final acceptance test and operational test procedure

SD-07 Certificates

Statements printed on the manufacturer's letterhead and signed by responsible officials of manufacturer of product, system or material attesting that the product, system, or material meets specification requirements. Must be dated after award of project contract and clearly name the project.

Document required of Contractor, or of a manufacturer, supplier, installer or Subcontractor through Contractor. The document purpose is to further promote the orderly progression of a portion of the work by documenting procedures, acceptability of methods, or personnel qualifications.

Confined space entry permits

Text of posted operating instructions

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Preprinted material describing installation of a product, system or material, including special notices and Safety Data Sheets(SDS)concerning impedances, hazards and safety precautions.

SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

Documentation of the testing and verification actions taken by manufacturer's representative at the job site, in the vicinity of the job site, or on a sample taken from the job site, on a portion of the work, during or after installation, to confirm compliance with manufacturer's standards or instructions. The documentation must be signed by an authorized official of a testing laboratory or agency and state the test results; and indicate whether the material, product, or system has passed or failed the test.

Factory test reports.

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Data provided by the manufacturer, or the system provider, including manufacturer's help and product line documentation, necessary to maintain and install equipment, for operating and maintenance use by facility personnel.

Data required by operating and maintenance personnel for the safe and efficient operation, maintenance and repair of the item.

Data incorporated in an operations and maintenance manual or control system.

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Documentation to record compliance with technical or administrative requirements or to establish an administrative mechanism.

Submittals required for Guiding Principle Validation (GPV) or Third Party Certification (TPC).

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Special requirements necessary to properly close out a construction contract. For example, Record Drawings and as-built drawings. Also, submittal requirements necessary to properly close out a major phase of construction on a multi-phase contract.

1.1.2 Approving Authority

Office or designated person authorized to approve the submittal.

1.1.3 Work

As used in this section, on-site and off-site construction required by contract documents, including labor necessary to produce submittals, construction, materials, products, equipment, and systems incorporated or to be incorporated in such construction. In exception, excludes work to produce SD-01 submittals.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S" classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are for Contractor Quality Control approval. Submit the following in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Submittal Register ; G

1.3 SUBMITTAL CLASSIFICATION

1.3.1 Government Approved (G)

Government approval is required for extensions of design, critical materials, variations, equipment whose compatibility with the entire system must be checked, and other items as designated by the Government.

Within the terms of the Contract Clause SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION, submittals are considered to be "shop drawings."

1.3.2 For Information Only

Submittals not requiring Government approval will be for information only. Within the terms of the Contract Clause SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION, they are not considered to be "shop drawings."

1.4 PREPARATION

1.4.1 Transmittal Form

1.4.2 Submittal Format

1.4.2.1 Format of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

When the submittal includes a document that is to be used in the project, or is to become part of the project record, other than as a submittal, do not apply the Contractor's approval stamp to the document itself, but to a separate sheet accompanying the document.

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Provide data in the unit of measure used in the contract documents.

1.4.2.2 Format for SD-02 Shop Drawings

Provide shop drawings not less than 8 1/2 by 11 inches nor more than 30 by 42 inches , except for full-size patterns or templates. Prepare drawings to accurate size, with scale indicated, unless another form is required.

Ensure drawings are suitable for reproduction and of a quality to produce clear, distinct lines and letters, with dark lines on a white background.

a. Include the nameplate data, size, and capacity on drawings. Also include applicable federal, military, industry, and technical society publication references.

b. Dimension drawings, except diagrams and schematic drawings. Prepare drawings demonstrating interface with other trades to scale. Use the same unit of measure for shop drawings as indicated on the contract drawings. Identify materials and products for work shown.

Present shop drawings sized 8 1/2 by 11 inches as part of the bound volume for submittals. Present larger drawings in sets. Submit an electronic copy of drawings in PDF format and native electronic format.

1.4.2.2.1 Drawing Identification

Include on each drawing the drawing title, number, date, and revision numbers and dates, in addition to information required in paragraph

IDENTIFYING SUBMITTALS.

Number drawings in a logical sequence. Each drawing is to bear the number of the submittal in a uniform location next to the title block. Place the Government contract number in the margin, immediately below the title block, for each drawing.

Reserve a blank space, no smaller than 2 inches square inches on the right-hand side of each sheet for the Government disposition stamp.

1.4.2.3 Format of SD-03 Product Data

Present product data submittals for each section as a complete, bound volume . Include a table of contents, listing the page and catalog item numbers for product data.

Indicate, by prominent notation, each product that is being submitted;

indicate the specification section number and paragraph number to which it pertains.

1.4.2.3.1 Product Information

Supplement product data with material prepared for the project to satisfy the submittal requirements where product data does not exist. Identify this material as developed specifically for the project, with information and format as required for submission of SD-07 Certificates.

Provide product data in units used in the Contract documents. Where product data are included in preprinted catalogs with another unit, submit the dimensions in contract document units, on a separate sheet.

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1.4.2.3.2 Standards

Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry or technical-society reference standards of such organizations as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), ASTM International (ASTM), National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), or Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC), submit proof of such compliance. The label or listing by the specified organization will be acceptable evidence of compliance. In lieu of the label or listing, submit a certificate from an independent testing organization, competent to perform testing, and approved by the Contracting Officer. State on the certificate that the item has been tested in accordance with the specified organization's test methods and that the item complies with the specified organization's reference standard.

1.4.2.3.3 Data Submission

Collect required data submittals for each specific material, product, unit of work, or system into a single submittal that is marked for choices, options, and portions applicable to the submittal. Mark each copy of the product data identically. Partial submittals will not be accepted for expedition of the construction effort.

Submit the manufacturer's instructions before installation.

1.4.2.4 Format of SD-04 Samples

1.4.2.4.1 Sample Characteristics

Furnish samples in the following sizes, unless otherwise specified or unless the manufacturer has prepackaged samples of approximately the same size as specified:

a. Sample of Equipment or Device: Full size.

b. Sample of Materials Less Than 2 by 3 inches : Built up to 8 1/2 by 11 inches .

c. Sample of Materials Exceeding 8 1/2 by 11 inches : Cut down to 8 1/2 by 11 inches and adequate to indicate color, texture, and material variations.

d. Sample of Linear Devices or Materials: 10 inch length or length to be supplied, if less than 10 inches . Examples of linear devices or materials are conduit and handrails.

e. Sample Volume of Nonsolid Materials: Pint . Examples of nonsolid materials are sand and paint.

f. Color Selection Samples: 2 by 4 inches . Where samples are specified for selection of color, finish, pattern, or texture, submit the full set of available choices for the material or product specified. Sizes and quantities of samples are to represent their respective standard unit.

g. Sample Panel: 4 by 4 feet .

h. Sample Installation: 100 square feet .

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1.4.2.4.2 Sample Incorporation

Reusable Samples: Incorporate returned samples into work only if so specified or indicated. Incorporated samples are to be in undamaged condition at the time of use.

Recording of Sample Installation: Note and preserve the notation of any area constituting a sample installation, but remove the notation at the final clean-up of the project.

1.4.2.4.3 Comparison Sample

Samples Showing Range of Variation: Where variations in color, finish, pattern, or texture are unavoidable due to nature of the materials, submit sets of samples of not less than three units showing extremes and middle of range. Mark each unit to describe its relation to the range of the variation.

When color, texture, or pattern is specified by naming a particular manufacturer and style, include one sample of that manufacturer and style, for comparison.

1.4.2.5 Format of SD-05 Design Data

Provide design data and certificates on 8 1/2 by 11 inch paper. Provide a bound volume for submittals containing numerous pages.

1.4.2.6 Format of SD-06 Test Reports

Provide reports on 8 1/2 by 11 inch paper in a complete bound volume.

By prominent notation, indicate each report in the submittal. Indicate the specification number and paragraph number to which each report pertains.

1.4.2.7 Format of SD-07 Certificates

Provide design data and certificates on 8 1/2 by 11 inch paper. Provide a bound volume for submittals containing numerous pages.

1.4.2.8 Format of SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Present manufacturer's instructions submittals for each section as a complete, bound volume . Include the manufacturer's name, trade name, place of manufacture, and catalog model or number on product data. Also include applicable federal, military, industry, and technical-society publication references. If supplemental information is needed to clarify the manufacturer's data, submit it as specified for SD-07 Certificates.

Submit the manufacturer's instructions before installation.

1.4.2.8.1 Standards

Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry or technical-society reference standards of such organizations as the American National Standards Institute (ANSI), ASTM International (ASTM), National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), or Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC), SECTION 01 33 00 Page 9 submit proof of such compliance. The label or listing by the specified organization will be acceptable evidence of compliance. In lieu of the label or listing, submit a certificate from an independent testing organization, competent to perform testing, and approved by the Contracting Officer. State on the certificate that the item has been tested in accordance with the specified organization's test methods and that the item complies with the specified organization's reference standard.

1.4.2.9 Format of SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

Provide reports on 8 1/2 by 11 inch paper in a complete bound volume.

By prominent notation, indicate each report in the submittal. Indicate the specification number and paragraph number to which each report pertains.

1.4.2.10 Format of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data (O&M)

Comply with the requirements specified in Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA for O&M Data format.

1.4.2.11 Format of SD-11 Closeout Submittals

When the submittal includes a document that is to be used in the project or is to become part of the project record, other than as a submittal, do not apply the Contractor's approval stamp to the document itself, but to a separate sheet accompanying the document.

Provide data in the unit of measure used in the contract documents.

1.4.3 Source Drawings for Shop Drawings

1.4.3.1 Source Drawings

The entire set of source drawing files (DWG) will not be provided to the Contractor. Request the specific Drawing Number for the preparation of shop drawings.

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