Attachment 2 Project Specifications Building 2-3.pdf

Attachment 2:

Project Specifications

Building 2-3 Roof Replacement North Central Soil Conservation Research Laboratory (NCSCRL) USDA-ARS, Morris, MN

Building 2-3 Roof Replacement

LIST OF SPECIFICATIONS

01 32 00 Construction Progress Documentation 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01 73 00 Execution 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 78 23 Operation and Maintenance 07 53 23 Ehtylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer (EPDM)

01 32 00 - 2 Construction Progress Documentation

SECTION 01 32 00

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract including other Division 01 Specification

Sections apply to this Section.

1.2

SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for documenting the progress of construction during performance of the Work, including the following:

1. Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Daily construction reports.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures" for submitting schedules and reports.

1.3

INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Submit size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period. Submit via email.

1. Submit a working electronic copy of schedule in “pdf” format and labeled to comply with requirements for submittals. Include type of schedule (initial or updated) and date on label.

B. Construction Schedule Updating Reports: Submit upon request by Owner.

C. Daily Construction Reports: Submit at weekly intervals.

1.4

QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Scheduling Qualifications: Contractor shall have the capability of updated construction schedule within 24 hours.

B. Contractor’s Construction Schedule: The Contractor shall secure time commitments for performing construction activities from his subcontractors and suppliers. The Contractor shall prepare a combined construction schedule for the entire project. The schedule shall be comprehensive, integrated, and fully developed.

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1.5 REPORTS

A. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report recording events at Project site.

An electronic copy (pdf format) of the daily reports shall be submitted daily to the COR/EPM. A copy of the daily reports shall be sent weekly to the CO along with certified payrolls (coordinate submission requirements with CO). The daily construction report must be dated and signed and should including the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. High and low temperatures and general weather conditions.

3. Accidents.

4. Stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses.

5. Meter readings and similar recordings.

6. Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction.

7. Services connected and disconnected.

8. Unexpected events.

9. Equipment or system tests and startups.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

2.1 CONTRACTOR'S CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: Upon request by Owner, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities.

B. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to CO/ACO/COR/EPM.

END OF SECTION 01 32 00

Replace Roofing at Building 8

01 33 00 - 1 Submittal Procedures

SECTION 01 33 00

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

B. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Material Approved Submittal” form

C. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Schedule of Materials Submittals” form.

D. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “Recently Replaced Component” form.

E. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for “AD-107” form.c

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Submittals: Written and graphic information.

B. Portable Document Format (pdf): An open standard file format licensed by Adobe Systems used for representing documents in a device-independent and display resolution-independent fixed-layout document format.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Format:

1. Arrange the following information in a tabular format:

a. Name of subcontractor if applicable.

b. Description of the Work covered.

1.5 SUBMITTAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

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

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B. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for re-submittals. Time for review shall commence on Owner's receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to permit the processing of submittals, including re- submittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow calendar 15 days for initial review of each submittal.

2. Re-submittal Review: Allow calendar 15 days for review of each re-submittal.

C. Electronic Submittals: All submittals shall be submitted electronically in “pdf” format, via email. Identify and incorporate information in each electronic submittal file as follows:

1. Transmittal Form for Electronic Submittals: Format acceptable to Government, containing the following information:

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name of Contractor.

d. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

e. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

D. Identify features, accessories and finishes requiring selection by CO/ACO/COR/ EPM.

E. Use for Construction: Retain complete approved copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from CO/ACO/COR/ EPM.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Submittal Procedure Requirements: Prepare and transmit submittals for material and products proposed for the project.

1. Submit via email with electronic submittal files attached.

2. Manufacturers / products that are submitted as “Approved Equal” are reviewed during the submittal / shop drawing process and not prior to bidding. Contractor shall be responsible for submitting information to show equivalence. Determination by CO/ACO/COR/EPM on equivalence is final.

3. Each submittal shall include a completed “Material Approval Submittal” form. See “Attachments” section of the SOW for this form.

B. Include one hard copy of each approved shop drawing in the Operations and Maintenance Manual submitted to the Government during Closeout Procedures.

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

1. Mark each submittal to show which products (manufacturer, model, type, size, options, etc.) are proposed.

D. Include the following information, as applicable:

1. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

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2. Manufacturer's product specifications.

3. Standard color charts.

4. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

5. Testing by recognized testing agency.

6. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

7. Notation of coordination requirements.

8. Availability and delivery time information.

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

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/ACO/COR/ EPM.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal 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.

3.2 CO/COR ACTION

A. General: CO/ACO/COR/EPM will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

B. Submittals: CO/ACO/COR/EPM will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or modifications required, and return it. CO/ACO/COR/EPM will provide notation on each submittal to indicate the appropriate determination from their review:

1. Reviewed - Approved with No Exceptions Noted.

2. Reviewed - Approved with Notes - Make Corrections Noted

3. Reviewed - Revise and Resubmit.

4. Reviewed - Rejected.

3.3 REQUIRED SHOP DRAWINGS AND PRODUCT DATA

A. See individual specification sections and Drawings.

END OF SECTION 01 33 00

01 50 00 - 1 Temporary Facilities and Controls

SECTION 01 50 00

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

8.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

8.2 USE CHARGES

A. Water Service from Existing System: Water from Government's existing water system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

B. Electric Power Service from Existing System: Electric power from Government's existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

8.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Electric Service: Comply with NECA, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service. Install service to comply with NFPA 70.

B. Tests and Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction to test and inspect each temporary utility before use. Contractor to obtain required certifications and permits.

C. Accessible Temporary Egress: Comply with applicable provisions in ICC/ANSI A117.1 and OSHA regulations and standards.

8.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Contractor to assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use.

2.1 EQUIPMENT

A. Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; with class and extinguishing agent as required by locations and classes of fire exposures.

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3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required by progress of the Work.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Connect to existing service.

1. Arrange with COR / COTR for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary facilities.

B. Water Service: Connect to Government's existing water service facilities.

C. Sanitary Facilities: Contractor shall furnish toilets, wash facilities, and drinking water at the facility for use of construction personnel.

D. Telephone Service: Provide superintendent with cellular telephone for use.

E. Electric Power Service: Connect to Government's existing electric power service.

F. While Contractor is using existing installations for temporary facility purposes; Contractor shall maintain existing installations in condition acceptable to the Government. At Substantial Completion, Contractor shall restore existing installations used for temporary facilities to their original, properly operating condition prior to its initial use.

3.3

SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Maintain access for fire-fighting equipment and access to fire hydrants.

B. Parking: Use designated areas of Government's existing parking areas for construction personnel.

C. Waste Disposal Facilities: Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

E. Waste Disposal: Contractor shall divert project waste to recycle where practical. The Contractor shall track and document the amount of project waste diverted to recycle. The Contractor shall submit diversion documentation as part of project closeout. If no project waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical.

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3.4 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Protection of Existing Facilities: Protect existing vegetation, equipment, structures, utilities, and other installations and improvements at Project site and on adjacent properties, except those indicated to be removed or altered. Repair damage to existing facilities.

B. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction as required to comply with environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

C. Dewatering Facilities and Drains: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdic-tion.

Maintain Project site, excavations, and construction free of water.

1. Dispose of rainwater in a lawful manner that will not result in flooding Project oradjoining properties or endanger permanent Work or temporary facilities.

2. Remove snow and ice as required to minimize accumulations.

D. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Provide and maintain all safeguards in accordance with OSHA regulations and standards and to provide adequate protection to pedestrians and building occupants. Comply with OSHA requirements for erecting structurally adequate barricades, including warning signs and lighting.

E. Temporary Egress: Maintain temporary egress from existing occupied facilities as required by

OSHA.

F. Temporary Fire Protection: Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities of types needed to protect against reasonably predictable and controllable fire losses, comply with NFPA 241.

3.5 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

A. Supervision: Enforce strict discipline in use of temporary facilities. To minimize waste and abuse, limit availability of temporary facilities to essential and intended uses.

B. Maintenance: Maintain facilities in good operating condition until removal.

C. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended or no later than Substantial Completion. Restore permanent construction that may have been disturbed due to the temporary facility. Repair damaged Work, clean exposed surfaces, and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

END OF SECTION 01 50 00

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SECTION 01 73 00

EXECUTION

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes general administrative and procedural requirements governing execution of the Work including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Installation of the Work.

2. Cutting and patching.

3. Progress cleaning.

4. Protection of installed construction.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Cutting: Removal of in-place construction necessary to permit installation or performance of other work.

B. Patching: Fitting and repair work required to restore construction to original conditions after installation of other work.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Cutting and Patching: Cut and patch elements in a manner that will not change:

1. Load-carrying capacity or increase deflection.

2. Reduce their capacity to perform as intended.

3. Increase maintenance.

4. Decrease operational life or safety.

5. Reduce building’s aesthetic qualities.

B. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Obtain and maintain on-site manufacturer's written recommendations and instructions for installation of products and equipment.

C. All phases of the Work shall be executed while maintaining full compliance with applicable EPA regulations and OSHA standards including, but not limited to, 29 CFR 1926 Safety and Health Regulations for Construction and 29 CFR 1910 Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General: Comply with requirements specified in other Sections and Drawings.

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B. In-Place Materials: Use materials for patching identical to in-place materials and that visually match in-place adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examination and Acceptance of Conditions: Before proceeding with each component of the Work, examine substrates, areas, and conditions for all other conditions affecting installation and performance. If conditions detrimental to that installation and performance are identified, submit report to CO/COR/COTR/EPM. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. Proceeding with the Work indicates acceptance of surfaces and conditions.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly. Verify dimensions of existing conditions and related Work elements before fabrication.

B. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items.

C. Review of Contract Documents and Field Conditions: Immediately on discovery of the need for clarification of the Contract Documents caused by differing field conditions outside the control of Contractor, submit a request for information to CO/COR/EPM according to requirements in Contract.

3.3 INSTALLATION

A. General: Locate the Work and components of the Work accurately, in correct alignment, elevation, and as indicated.

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

2. Where space is limited, install components to maximize space available for maintenance and ease of removal for replacement.

3. Conceal pipes, ducts, and wiring in finished areas unless otherwise indicated.

B. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions and recommendations for installing products in applications indicated.

C. Conduct construction operations so no part of the Work is subjected to damaging operations or loading.

D. Tools and Equipment: Do not use tools or equipment that produce harmful noise levels (85 db or greater) to the public or Government staff without prior approval by COR / COTR.

E. Attachment: Provide blocking and attachment plates and anchors and fasteners of adequate size and number to securely anchor each component in place, accurately located and aligned.

1. Allow for building movement, including thermal expansion and contraction.

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F. Joints: Make joints of uniform width. Arrange joints for the best visual effect. Fit exposed connections together to form hairline joints.

G. Hazardous Materials: Use products, cleaners, and installation materials that are not considered hazardous.

3.4 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Cutting and Patching, General: Employ skilled workers to perform cutting and patching.

B. Existing Warranties: Remove, replace, patch, and repair by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

C. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of work to be cut.

D. Protection: Protect in-place construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage. Provide protection from adverse weather conditions.

E. Cutting: Cut in-place construction using methods least likely to damage elements retained or adjoining construction.

F. Patching: Patch construction by filling, repairing, refinishing, closing up, and similar operations.

Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as practicable.

G. Cleaning: Clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching are performed. Remove paint, mortar, oils, putty, and similar materials from adjacent finished surfaces.

3.5 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Maintain clean Project site and work areas, free of waste materials and debris. Dispose of materials lawfully.

B. Installed Work: Keep installed work clean. Clean installed surfaces according to written instructions of manufacturer or fabricator of product installed, using only cleaning materials specifically recommended. If specific cleaning materials are not recommended, use cleaning materials that are not hazardous to health or property and that will not damage exposed surfaces.

3.6 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

A. Provide final protection and maintain conditions that ensure installed Work is without damage or deterioration at time of Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION 01 73 00

01 77 00 - 1 Closeout Procedures

SECTION 01 77 00

CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Final completion procedures.

2. Submission of Documentation on Diverting Project Waste to Recycle

3. Warranties.

4. Final cleaning.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Execution" for progress cleaning of Project site.

2. Division 01 Section “Operating and Maintenance Data” for operating and maintenance manual.

1.2 FINAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. Submittals Prior to Final Completion:

1. Submit project record documents in accordance with Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.3.

2. Submit Documentation on Diverting Project Waste to recycle in accordance with

Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.4.

3. Submit Project Warranties in accordance with Government’s solicitation package and paragraph 1.5.

B. Final Site Inspection: Submit a written request for final inspection. On receipt of request, CO/COR/COTR/EPM will either proceed with site inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements.

1.3 SUBMISSION OF PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Submit electronic copy (scan) of project record documents along with three (3) hard copies of project record documents to the CO/ACO/COR/EPM.

1.4 SUBMISSION OF DOCUMENTATION ON DIVERTING PROJECT WASTE TO RECYCLE

A. See Section 01 50 00 for additional information.

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B. The Contractor shall submit documentation on the amount of project waste diverted to recycle as part of project closeout. Contractor shall submit the type and amount of waste that was diverted to recycle, present information in a clear, typewritten format. If no project waste is diverted to recycle, the Contractor shall submit a letter stating this and why diversion was not practical. Submit this documentation in accordance with the procedures indicated in Section 01 33 00.

1.5 SUBMITTAL OF PROJECT WARRANTIES

A. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of Project Manual. Submit electronic copy of the warranty manual along with three (3) hard copies of warranty manual to the CO/ACO/COR/EPM. Hard copy of the warranty manual shall be a bound and indexed three ring binder containing written warranties for equipment/products furnished under the contract with a complete listing of such equipment/products.

1. The equipment/products warranty list shall:

a. Identify the product / equipment.

b. Include the duration of the warranty

c. Indicate the start date of the warranty

d. Indicate the ending date of the warranty

e. List the point of contact and contact information (name, address and telephone number) for fulfillment of the warranty.

2. 1 MATERIALS

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

3.1 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

A. Maintain, at project site, one set of the following record documents; record actual revisions to the Work:

1. Drawings.

2. Specifications.

3. Addenda.

4. Change Orders and other modifications to the Contract.

5. Approved shop drawings, product data, and samples.

6. Manufacturer's instruction for assembly, installation, and adjusting.

B. Ensure entries are complete and accurate, enabling future reference by Government.

C. Store record documents separate from documents used for construction.

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D. Record information concurrent with construction progress.

E. Legibly mark to record actual construction.

3.2 WARRANTIES

A. Verify that documents are in proper form, contain full information.

B. Retain warranties until time specified for submittal.

3.3 CLEANUP

A. Provide final cleaning in accordance with ASTM E 1971. Remove waste and surplus materials, rubbish, and construction facilities from the site.

END OF SECTION 01 77 00

01 78 23 - 1 Operation and Maintenance Data

SECTION 01 78 23

OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for operation and maintenance manuals.

1.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Manual Content: Submit manual content formatted and organized as required by this Section.

Format: Submit electronic copy of the operation and maintenance manual (pdf format) along with three (3) hard copies of operation and maintenance manual to the CO/COR/COTR/EPM.

2.1 REQUIREMENTS FOR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Organization: Each manual shall contain the following materials. Organize each manual with a separate section for each of the following materials in the order listed.

1. Title page.

2. Table of contents.

3. Manual contents for glazing and associated components.

4. Manual contents for aluminum glazing caps and associated components.

5. Manual contents for sealants

B. Title Page: Include the following information:

1. Name and address of Project.

2. Government contract number.

3. Date of submittal.

4. Name and contact information for Contractor.

C. Table of Contents: List each product and system included in manual, identified by product name.

D. Manuals, Paper Copy: Submit manuals in bound and labeled volumes.

1. Binders: Heavy-duty, three-ring, vinyl-covered, loose-leaf binders, in thickness necessary to accommodate contents, sized to hold 8-1/2-by-11-inch paper; with clear plastic sleeve on spine to hold label describing contents and with pockets inside covers to hold folded oversize sheets.

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2. Dividers: Heavy-paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each section of the manual.

Mark each tab to indicate contents.

2.2 OPERATIONAL AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

A. Content: Include the following information:

1. Maintenance and cleaning procedures.

B. Descriptions: Include the following:

1. Product name and model number.

2. Manufacturer's name.

C. Maintenance Procedures: Include manufacturer's written recommendations and the following, as applicable:

1. Manufacturer’s standard maintenance instructions and bulletins.

2. Drawings, diagrams, and instructions required for maintenance including disassembly, removal, replacement and reassembly instructions.

3. Identification and nomenclature of parts and components.

4. List of items recommended to be stocked as spare parts and local sources for parts and components.

5. Types of cleaning agents to be used and methods of cleaning.

6. List of cleaning agents and methods of cleaning detrimental to product.

7. Schedule for routine cleaning and maintenance.

3.1 MANUAL PREPARATION

A. Manufacturers' Data: Data shall be marked to identify each product or component incorporated into the Work.

B. Include copy of approved submittals from shop drawing submission(s) in manual.

END OF SECTION 01 78 23

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SECTION 07 53 23

ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER (EPDM) ROOFING

A. Statement of Work and all referenced FAR clauses apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section or SOW Includes:

1. Adhered ethylene-propylene-diene-terpolymer (EPDM) roofing system.

2. Substrate board.

3. Vapor retarder.

4. Roof insulation.

5. Cover board.

6. Walkways.

7. Sealant.

8. Wood blocking.

9. Manufactured copings, roof edge flashings, and counter-flashings.

10. Roof drains and piping.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Roofing Terminology: Definitions in ASTM D1079 and glossary of NRCA's "The NRCA Roofing Manual: Membrane Roof Systems" apply to work of this Section.

1.4 PREINSTALLATION MEETINGS

B. Preinstallation Roofing Conference: Conduct conference at Project site

1. Meet with the government, the government's insurer if applicable, testing and inspecting agency representative, roofing Installer, roofing system manufacturer's representative, deck Installer, air barrier Installer, and installers whose work interfaces with or affects roofing, including installers of roof accessories and roof-mounted equipment.

2. Review methods and procedures related to roofing installation, including manufacturer's written instructions.

3. Review and finalize construction schedule, and verify availability of materials, In-staller's personnel, equipment, and facilities needed to make progress and avoid de-lays.

4. Examine deck substrate conditions and finishes, including flatness and fastening.

Confirm existing slope of decks.

5. Review structural loading limitations of roof deck during and after roofing.

6. Review base flashings, special roofing details, roof drainage, roof penetrations, equipment curbs, and condition of other construction that affects roofing system.

7. Review governing regulations and requirements for insurance and certificates if applicable.

8. Review temporary protection requirements for roofing system during and after installation.

9. Review roof observation and repair procedures after roofing installation.

10. Include Contracting Officer and Engineering Project Manager on Distribution for

Meeting Minutes.

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1.5 ACTION SUBMITTALS

C. Product Data: For each type of product.

1. For insulation and roof system component fasteners, include copy of FM Approvals'

Directory of Roof Assemblies listing.

D. Shop Drawings: Include roof plans, sections, details, and attachments to other work, including the following:

1. Layout and thickness of insulation.

2. Base flashings and membrane terminations.

3. Flashing details at penetrations.

4. Tapered insulation, thickness, and slopes. Include average thermal resistance rating.

5. Roof plan showing orientation of steel roof deck and orientation of roof membrane and fastening spacings and patterns for mechanically fastened roofing system.

6. Insulation fastening patterns for corner, perimeter, and field-of-roof locations.

7. All roof terminations.

E. Wind Uplift Resistance Submittal: For roofing system, indicating compliance with wind uplift performance requirements.

1.6 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

F. Qualification Data: For Installer and manufacturer.

G. Manufacturer Certificates:

1. Performance Requirement Certificate: Signed by roof membrane manufacturer, certifying that roofing system complies with requirements specified in "Performance Requirements" Article.

a. Submit evidence of complying with performance requirements.

2. Special Warranty Certificate: Signed by roof membrane manufacturer, certifying that all materials supplied under this Section are acceptable for special warranty.

H. Product Test Reports: For components of roof membrane and insulation, for tests per-formed by a qualified testing agency, indicating compliance with specified requirements.

I. Evaluation Reports: For components of roofing system, from ICC-ES.

1. Field Test Reports:

J. Field quality-control reports.

K. Sample Warranties: For manufacturer's special warranties.

1.7 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

L. Maintenance Data: For roofing system to include in maintenance manuals.

M. Certified statement from existing roof membrane manufacturer stating that existing roof warranty has not been affected by Work performed under this Section.

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1.8 QUALITY ASSURANCE

N. Manufacturer Qualifications: A qualified manufacturer that is FM Approvals' Directory of Roof Assemblies for roofing system identical to that used for this Project.

O. Installer Qualifications: A qualified firm that is approved, authorized, or licensed by roofing system manufacturer to install manufacturer's product and that is eligible to receive manufacturer's special warranty.

1.9 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

P. Deliver roofing materials to Project site in original containers with seals unbroken and labeled with manufacturer's name, product brand name and type, date of manufacture, approval or listing agency markings, and directions for storing and mixing with other components.

Q. Store liquid materials in their original undamaged containers in a clean, dry, protected location and within the temperature range required by roofing system manufacturer.

Protect stored liquid material from direct sunlight.

1. Discard and legally dispose of liquid material that cannot be applied within its stated shelf life.

R. Protect roof insulation materials from physical damage and from deterioration by sun-light, moisture, soiling, and other sources. Store in a dry location. Comply with insulation manufacturer's written instructions for handling, storing, and protecting during installation.

S. Handle and store roofing materials, and place equipment in a manner to avoid permanent deflection of deck.

1.10 FIELD CONDITIONS

T. Weather Limitations: Proceed with installation only when existing and forecasted weather conditions permit roofing system to be installed according to manufacturer's written instructions and warranty requirements. Do not demolish roofing materials when wind speeds are greater than 30 mph.

1.11 WARRANTY

U. Special Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to repair or replace components of roofing system that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.

1. Special warranty includes roof membrane, base flashings, roof insulation, fasteners, cover boards, and other components of roofing system.

2. Warranty Period: 20 years from Date of Final Acceptance.

V. Special Project Warranty: Submit roofing Installer's warranty, on warranty form at end of this Section, signed by Installer, covering the Work of this Section, including all components of roofing system such as roof membrane, base flashing, roof insulation, fasteners, cover boards, substrate boards, vapor retarders, roof pavers, and walkway products, for the following warranty period:

1. Warranty Period: Two years from Date of Final Acceptance.

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2.1 PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. General Performance: Installed roofing system and base flashings shall withstand specified uplift pressures, thermally induced movement, and exposure to weather without failure due to defective manufacture, fabrication, installation, or other defects in construction. Roofing and flashings shall remain watertight.

1. Accelerated Weathering: Roof membrane shall withstand 2000 hours of exposure when tested according to ASTM G152, ASTM G154, or ASTM G155.

2. Impact Resistance: Roof membrane shall resist impact damage when tested according to ASTM D3746, ASTM D4272, or the Resistance to Foot Traffic Test in FM Approvals 4470.

B. Material Compatibility: Roofing materials shall be compatible with one another and adjacent materials under conditions of service and application required, as demonstrated by roof membrane manufacturer based on testing and field experience.

C. Wind Uplift Resistance: Design roofing system to resist the following wind uplift pressures when tested according to FM Approvals 4474, UL 580, or UL 1897 for Morris, MN climate conditions and as follows:

1. Zone 1 (Roof Area Field): 30.7 LBS / SF

2. Zone 2 (Roof Area Perimeter): 51.2 LBS / SF

a. Location: From roof edge to 3’-0” inside roof edge.

3. Zone 3 (Roof Area Corners): 77.3 LBS / SF

a. Location: 3’-0” in each direction from building corner.

D. FM Approvals' RoofNav Listing: Roof membrane, base flashings, and component materials shall comply with requirements in FM Approvals 4450 or FM Approvals 4470 as part of a roofing system and shall be listed in FM Approvals' RoofNav for Class 1 or noncombustible construction, as applicable. Identify materials with FM Approvals Certification markings. In the event that Morris, MN climate conditions conflict with the above or below, the stricter standard shall prevail.

1. Fire/Windstorm Classification: Non-flammable Metal Deck

2. Hail-Resistance Rating: FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 1-34 SH

E. SPRI's Directory of Roof Assemblies Listing: Roof membrane, base flashings, and com-ponent materials shall comply with requirements in FM Approvals 4450 or FM Approvals 4470 as part of a roofing system, and shall be listed in SPRI's Directory of Roof Assemblies for roof assembly identical for that specified for this Project.

1. Wind Uplift Load Capacity: 90 psf

F. ENERGY STAR Listing: Roofing system shall be listed on the DOE's ENERGY STAR

"Roof Products Qualified Product List" for low slope roof products.

G. Exterior Fire-Test Exposure: ASTM E108 or UL 790, Class A; for application and roof slopes indicated; testing by a qualified testing agency. Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

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H. Fire-Resistance Ratings: Comply with fire-resistance-rated assembly designs indicated.

Identify products with appropriate markings of applicable testing agency.

2.2 ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-TERPOLYMER (EPDM) ROOFING

A. EPDM Sheet: ASTM D4637/D4637M, Type I, nonreinforced

1. Manufacturer

a. Johns Manville; a Berkshire Hathaway company: JM EPDM NR 60 MIL (Basis of Design)

b. Carlisle SynTec Corp

c. Firestone Building Products

2. Thickness: 60 mils, nominal.

3. Exposed Face Color: Black on black

4. Source Limitations: Obtain components for roofing system from roof membrane manufacturer or manufacturers approved by roof membrane manufacturer.

2.3 AUXILIARY ROOFING MATERIALS

A. General: Auxiliary materials recommended by roofing system manufacturer for intended use and compatible with other roofing components.

1. Adhesive and Sealants: Comply with VOC limits of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Provide Mock-up of Roofing Assembly to be reviewed and approved by building users for odors and general appearance.

B. Sheet Flashing: 60-mil-thick EPDM, partially cured or cured, according to application.

JM EPDM NR 60 MIL (Basis of Design)

C. Protection Sheet: Epichlorohydrin or neoprene nonreinforced flexible sheet, 55 to 60 mils thick, recommended by EPDM manufacturer for resistance to hydrocarbons, non-aromatic solvents, grease, and oil.

D. Base Sheet: ASTM D4897/D4897M, Type II; nonperforated, Prefabricated Pipe

Flashings: As recommended by roof membrane manufacturer or as detailed in drawings.

E. Bonding Adhesive: JM Membrane Bonding Adhesive (TPO & EPDM) (Basis of Design or Architect-approved equal).

F. Low-Rise, Urethane, Fabric-Backed Membrane Adhesive: Roof system manufacturer's standard spray-applied, low-rise, two-component urethane adhesive formulated for compatibility and use with fabric-backed membrane roofing: JM Two-part Urethane Insulation Adhesive (UIA) ¾” bead.

G. Lap Sealant: Manufacturer's standard, single-component sealant, colored to match mem-brane roofing: JM Membrane Bonding Adhesive (TPO & EPDM) (Basis of Design or Architect-approved equal).

H. Water Cutoff Mastic: Manufacturer's standard butyl mastic sealant.

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I. Metal Termination Bars: Manufacturer's standard, predrilled stainless steel or aluminum bars, approximately 1 by 1/8 inch thick; with anchors.

J. Fasteners: Factory-coated stainless steel fasteners and metal or plastic plates complying with corrosion-resistance provisions in FM Approvals 4470, designed for fastening com-ponents to substrate, and acceptable to roofing system manufacturer.

K. Miscellaneous Accessories: Provide pourable sealers, preformed cone and vent sheet flashings, molded pipe boot flashings, preformed inside and outside corner sheet flashings, reinforced EPDM securement strips, T-joint covers, in-seam sealants, termination reglets, cover strips, and other accessories.

2.4 COVER BOARD AND SUBSTRATE BOARD

A. Board: ASTM C1289, Type II, Class 4, Grade 1, High Density Polyisocyanurate Cover and Substrate Board.

1. Thickness: 1/2 inch.

2. Manufacturer:

a. Johns Manville; a Berkshire Hathaway company: JM ProtectoR HD (Basis of Design or Government-approved Equal).

b. Carlisle SynTec Corp.

c. Firestone Building Products.

B. Adhesive: Bead spacing: 12" o.c. in all areas of roof (4'x4' maximum board size) using

JM Two-Part Urethane Insulation Adhesive (UIA) 3/4" bead (Basis of Design or Government-approved Equal).

2.5 VAPOR BARRIER

A. Self-adhered Vapor Barrier with Self-adhering primer—One-Ply. JM Vapor Barrier SAR with SA Primer (Basis of Design or Government-approved Equal).

1. Tri-laminate woven polyethylene, nonslip UV-protected top surface.

2. Self-adhering modified bitumen.

3. Split-back silicone release film.

4. Fiberglass reinforcement.

B. Manufacturer:

1. Johns Manville; a Berkshire Hathaway company: JM ProtectoR HD (Basis of Design or Government-approved Equal).

2. Carlisle SynTec Corp.

3. Firestone Building Products.

2.6 ROOF INSULATION

A. General: Preformed roof insulation boards manufactured by EPDM roof membrane manufacturer, approved for use in FM Approvals' RoofNav-listed roof assemblies.

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B. Polyisocyanurate Board Insulation: ASTM C1289, Type II, Class 1, Grade 2 Type II, Class 2, Grade 2, felt or glass-fiber mat facer on both major surfaces.

1. Compressive Strength: 25 psi.

2. Size: 48 by 48 inches.

3. Thickness:

a. Insulation shall have an overall average long term thermal resistance rating of no less than 30.0

b. Tapered insulation as necessary to obtain ¼” per foot positive drainage toward the roof drains

C. Manufacturer

1. Johns Manville; a Berkshire Hathaway company: JM Energy 3 (Basis of Design or Government-approved Equal).

2. Carlisle SynTec Corp.

3. Firestone Building Products.

2.7 INSULATION ACCESSORIES

A. General: Roof insulation accessories recommended by insulation manufacturer for in-tended use and compatibility with other roofing system components.

B. Fasteners: Factory-coated steel fasteners and metal or plastic plates complying with corrosion-resistance provisions in FM Approvals 4470, designed for fastening roof insulation and cover boards to substrate, and acceptable to roofing system manufacturer.

C. Insulation Adhesive: Insulation manufacturer's recommended adhesive formulated to at-tach roof insulation to substrate or to another insulation layer as follows:

1. Bead-applied, low-rise, two-component or multicomponent urethane insulation adhesive ¾” bead of same manufacturer as roof insulation.

2.8 WALKWAYS

A. Flexible Walkways: Factory-formed, nonporous, heavy-duty, slip-resisting, surface-textured walkway pads or rolls, approximately 3/16 inch thick and acceptable to roofing system manufacturer.

1. Size: Approximately 36 by 36 inches.

2. Color: Same as roof membrane.

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine substrates, areas, and conditions, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements and other conditions affecting performance of the Work.

1. Verify that roof openings and penetrations are in place, curbs are set and braced, and roof-drain bodies are securely clamped in place.

2. Verify that wood blocking, curbs, and nailers are securely anchored to roof deck at penetrations and terminations and that nailers match thicknesses of insulation.

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3. Verify that metal substrate is visibly dry and free of moisture

4. Notify CO of any damaged sections of metal decks that require replacement prior to replacement. Verify any damaged sections of metal decks have been repaired or replaced.

B. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Clean substrate of dust, debris, moisture, and other substances detrimental to roofing system installation according to roofing system manufacturer's written instructions.

Remove sharp projections.

B. Prevent materials from entering and clogging roof drains and conductors and from spilling or migrating onto surfaces of other construction. Remove roof-drain plugs when no work is taking place or when rain is forecast.

3.3 INSTALLATION OF ROOFING, GENERAL

A. Install roofing system according to roofing system manufacturer's written instructions, FM Approvals' RoofNav assembly requirements, and FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 1-29.

B. Complete terminations and base flashings and provide temporary seals to prevent water from entering completed sections of roofing system at end of workday or when rain is forecast. Remove and discard temporary seals before beginning work on adjoining roofing.

3.4 INSTALLATION OF VAPOR RETARDER

A. Self-Adhering-Sheet Vapor Retarder: Prime substrate if required by manufacturer. Install self-adhering-sheet vapor retarder over area to receive vapor retarder, side and end lap-ping each sheet a minimum of 3-1/2 and 6 inches, respectively.

1. Extend vertically up parapet walls and projections to a minimum height equal to height of insulation and cover board.

2. Seal laps by rolling.

B. Completely seal vapor retarder at terminations, obstructions, and penetrations to prevent air movement into roofing system.

3.5 INSTALLATION OF INSULATION

A. Coordinate installing roofing system components so insulation is not exposed to precipitation or left exposed at end of workday.

B. Comply with roofing system and insulation manufacturer's written instructions for in-stalling roof insulation.

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C. Installation Over Metal Deck:

1. Install base layer of insulation with joints staggered not less than 24 inches in adjacent rows end joints.

a. Where installing composite and noncomposite insulation in two or more layers, install noncomposite board insulation for bottom layer and intermediate layers, if applicable, and install composite board insulation for top layer.

b. Trim insulation neatly to fit around penetrations and projections, and to fit tight to intersecting sloping roof decks.

c. Make joints between adjacent insulation boards not more than 1/4 inch in width.

d. At internal roof drains, slope insulation to create a square drain sump with each side equal to the diameter of the drain bowl plus 48 inches except where impractical.

1) Trim insulation so that water flow is unrestricted.

e. Fill gaps exceeding 1/4 inch with insulation.

f. Cut and fit insulation within 1/4 inch of nailers, projections, and penetrations.

1) Fasten insulation according to requirements in FM Approvals' RoofNav for specified Windstorm Resistance Classification.

2) Fasten insulation to resist specified uplift pressure at corners, perimeter, and field of roof.

2. Install upper layers of insulation and tapered insulation with joints of each layer offset not less than 12 inches from previous layer of insulation.

a. Staggered end joints within each layer not less than 24 inches in adjacent rows.

b. Install with long joints continuous and with end joints staggered not less than 12 inches in adjacent rows.

c. Trim insulation neatly to fit around penetrations and projections, and to fit tight to intersecting sloping roof decks.

d. Make joints between adjacent insulation boards not more than 1/4 inch in width.

e. At internal roof drains, slope insulation to create a square drain sump with each side equal to the diameter of the drain bowl plus 48 inches.

f. Trim insulation so that water flow is unrestricted.

g. Fill gaps exceeding 1/4 inch with insulation.

h. Cut and fit insulation within 1/4 inch of nailers, projections, and penetrations.

i. Loosely lay each layer of insulation units over substrate.

j. Adhere each layer of insulation to substrate using adhesive according to FM

Approvals' RoofNav listed roof assembly requirements for specified Windstorm Resistance Classification and FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 1-29, as follows:

1) Set each layer of insulation in ribbons of bead-applied insulation adhesive, firmly pressing and maintaining insulation in place.

3.6 INSTALLATION OF COVER BOARDS

A. Install cover boards over insulation with long joints in continuous straight lines with end joints staggered between rows. Offset joints of insulation below a minimum of 6 inches in each direction.

1. Trim cover board neatly to fit around penetrations and projections, and to fit tight to intersecting sloping roof decks.

2. At internal roof drains, conform to slope of drain sump.

a. Trim cover board so that water flow is unrestricted.

3. Cut and fit cover board tight to nailers, projections, and penetrations.

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4. Loosely lay cover board over substrate.

5. Adhere cover board to substrate using adhesive according to FM Approvals' Roof- Nav listed roof assembly requirements for specified Windstorm Resistance and FM Global Property Loss Prevention Data Sheet 1-29, as follows:

a. Set cover board in ribbons of bead-applied insulation adhesive, firmly pressing and maintaining insulation in place.

3.7 INSTALLATION OF SELF-ADHERING ROOF MEMBRANE

A. Adhere roof membrane over area to receive roofing according to roofing system manufacturer's written instructions.

B. Unroll roof membrane and allow to relax before installing.

C. Start installation of roofing in presence of roofing system manufacturer's technical personnel show this area of roof to the government for mockup before proceeding with the remainder of the work.

D. Accurately align roof membrane and maintain uniform side and end laps of minimum dimensions required by manufacturer. Stagger end laps.

E. Fold roof membrane to expose half of sheet width's bottom surface.

1. Remove release liner on exposed half of sheet.

2. Roll roof membrane over substrate while avoiding wrinkles.

F. Fold remaining half of roof membrane to expose bottom surface.

1. Remove release liner on exposed half of sheet.

2. Roll roof membrane over substrate while avoiding wrinkles.

G. Apply roof membrane with side laps shingled with slope of roof deck where possible.

H. Adhesive Seam Installation: Clean both faces of splice areas, apply splicing cement.

1. Firmly roll side and end laps of overlapping roof membrane to ensure a watertight seam installation.

2. Apply lap sealant and seal exposed edges of roofing terminations.

3. Apply a continuous bead of in-seam sealant before closing splice if required by roof-ing system manufacturer.

4. Apply lap sealant and seal exposed edges of roofing terminations.

I. Repair tears, voids, and lapped seams in roof membrane that do not comply with require-ments. Tears and voids shall be flashed a minimum of 8” with the additional layer of membrane.

J. Spread sealant or mastic bed over deck-drain flange at roof drains, and securely seal roof membrane in place with clamping ring.

K. Adhere protection sheet over roof membrane at locations indicated.

L. Do not cut or remove any existing wall flashing or drip edge or cover with roofing mem-brane.

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3.8 INSTALLATION OF BASE FLASHING

A. Install sheet flashings and preformed flashing accessories and adhere to substrates ac-cording to roofing system manufacturer's written instructions.

B. Apply bonding adhesive to substrate and underside of sheet flashing at required rate and allow to partially dry. Do not apply to seam area of flashing.

C. Flash penetrations and field-formed inside and outside corners with cured or uncured sheet flashing.