Attachment 2 Specifications 12441926Q0023.pdf

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TRAPPER CREEK JOB CORPS CCC GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 010150

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK

1.1 DESCRIPTION

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

1. Remove and dispose of existing 300-gallon, 54kW, 480V, 3ph water heater.

2. Remove and dispose of existing 50-gallon, 81kW, 480V, 3ph water heater.

3. Remove and dispose of piping, valves, fittings, pipe insulation within the mechanical room associated with existing water heaters that are being removed that is not functional, in good condition, and/or re-used for new water heaters.

4. Furnish and install two new 119-gallon, 45kW, 480V, 3ph heavy duty electric water heaters in the mechanical room. Revise piping to parallel water heater configuration and provide all required accessories including dielectric fittings, globe valves for flow adjustment/balancing, isolation valves, seismic restraints, T&P discharge piping, pipe insulation, etc. See typical detail – field modify for space constraints. Connect to buildings cold water supply and hot water distribution piping. Insulate all hot water piping within the mechanical room. Provide pipe supports in accordance with IPC requirements.

a. **USFS electrician will revise branch circuits for new water heaters, coordinate work/schedule with Center contact and COR for connection to government furnished branch circuits.

5. Furnish and install two new expansion tanks (1 per water heater to allow for future isolation when needed for maintenance).

6. Sequence product installation to minimize hot water loss to the kitchen to the extent possible. Do not stop hot water without 3-day advance notice to Center point of contact and COR. Do not stop hot water for longer that 8-hours. Provide temporary piping if required to minimize hot water outage period.

7. Provide all startup, calibration/balancing, pressure setting, leak detection/repair as required for the new products.

1.2 LOCATION

A. This project is located at the Trapper Creek Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center located 10 miles from City/Town and State in Ravalli County. The address is 5139 West Fork Rd, Darby, MT 59829. Driving instructions can be obtained from the Center by calling 406-821-3286.

1.3 WORK HOURS

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

1.4 USE OF PREMISES

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

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

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

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

1.5 DEFINITIONS

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

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

1.6 INCIDENTAL CONSTRUCTION

A. Performance of the specific tasks indicated in the plans and specifications may require incidental construction including that is not specifically included in drawings and specification but not limited to: provision of temporary shoring or supports, installation and subsequent removal of temporary access points, removal and reinstallation or relocation of items not designated for replacement as required for work or equipment clearance or as a precautionary protective measure. Disconnection of supporting or interconnection equipment between different systems and reconnection to new equipment as applicable to specific project requirements; examples include but are not limited to:

fire alarm components and interconnection/control for HVAC air handling equipment, cleaning chemical equipment for dishwashers, electric bonding for conductive water piping replacement, etc. In all cases the contractor shall be responsible for removal of temporary works, reinstallation of temporarily relocated items, or reconstruction of items selectively demolished for incidental construction purposes in a neat workman like manner, that matches existing finishes, quality standards, and code requirements unless the Contracting Officer specifically authorizes incidental construction to be incorporated into the finished work or items removed for coordination purposes to not be re-installed or reconstructed. The Contractor shall provide turn-key fully operational and finished installations unless the drawings and specifications specifically indicate otherwise.

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1.7 STANDARDS AND CODES

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

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

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

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

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

4. Product Manufacturer’s installation instructions.

1.8 QUALIFICATIONS

A. When applicable to specific contract work items:

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

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

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

1.9 WORK RESTRICTIONS

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

1.10 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

A. Schedule of Items:

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

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

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

B. Base Items (BI):

1. Base Item No. 1 –Remove and Replace Water Heaters.

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

b. Payment: The contract lump sum price as shown in the Schedule of Items includes all materials, equipment, labor and incidentals to perform all work included in the specifications and drawings in accordance with referenced codes and standards to remove existing water heaters and replace with new 2 new water heaters in parallel with listed accessories.

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c. Deficiencies: #def no.

2. Product Data:

a. Water Heaters:

1) Basis of Design Products: Bradford White CEHD120A45 3 CF.

2) Volume: 119 Gallons.

3) Electric Heat Input/Hour: 45kW.

4) Voltage: 480V.

5) Phase: 3.

6) FLA: 54.1A.

7) ASME: Yes.

8) UL 1453 compliant.

9) Test & Working Pressures: 300 & 150 PSIG.

10) Glass-enamel lined tank w/ antimicrobial protection.

a) 3” Non-CFC foam insulation system.

b) Handhole cleanout at tank base.

11) Water Connection: 1.5”.

12) Elements: Screw in, low watt density, incoloy sheathed, lime resistant.

13) Protective annodes.

14) Brass Drain Valve: Brass.

15) T&P Vale.

16) Internal Fusing.

17) Immersion thermostats for outlet water temperature control.

18) Combined Ratings (2 water heaters in parallel):

a) Recovery: 384 USGPH @ 96⁰ F minimum.

b) 1st Hour Delivery: 562 USG.

c) 3-Hour Delivery: 443 USG.

19) Minimum Water Heater Warranty: 3-year limited tank warranty, 1-year parts.

20) Branch Circuit Requirements (each Water Heater):

a) OCPD: 3-pole, 70A, select type for compatibility with panelboard.

b) Wire: #6 AWG (minimum), Copper, THHN, THWN, or THWN, single conductors in conduit (EMT + LFMC for final connection).

b. Water Pipe: Copper, Type L or Type K, furnish with dielectric fitting for connection to dissimilar metals.

1) Pipe Insulation: 1.5” thick fiberglass with ASJ facing and field or fabricated fitting/elbow pieces.

a) Basis-of-Design: Owens Corning SSL II w/ ASJ Max Fiberglass or equal.

c. Water Pipe: Copper, Type L or Type K, furnish with dielectric fitting for connection to dissimilar metals.

d. Valves: Bronze body, match as pipe diameter valve serves.

1) NSF approved, and low (0.25% max.) or zero lead.

2) Application Schedule:

a) Flow balancing for parallel water heaters: Globe.

b) Isolation Duty: Ball.

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e. Expansion Tanks: Basis-of-Design Product: Amtrol ST-12C-DD or Watts

DETA-12.

1) ASME fixed bladder steel tank construction with antimicrobial liner.

2) FDA approved butyl bladder.

3) NSF/ANSI 61 compliant.

4) Air Valve: Schrader with EPDM seat.

5) Max. Operating Temp: 200⁰F.

6) Max. Working Pressure: 150 PSIG.

7) Factory pre-charged, field adjust to match facility water pressure.

8) Tank Volume: 5-6 gallons.

9) Minimum acceptance volume: 3.1 gallons.

10) Warranty: 3- year.

11) Provide support and restraints for tanks, do not support by piping alone.

PART 2 – PROJECT SCHEDULE

2.1 PROJECT SCHEDULE

ITEM* REQUIRED DUE DATE (calendar days)

Pre-Construction Conference

Within 10 days of Award (virtually)

Bonds 10 days after Award

Notice To Proceed (NTP)

Issued after Pre-Construction Conference (insurance and bonds acceptance required prior to NTP)

Action and Informational Submittals

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

Progress Reports Every 7 days after NTP is issued.

Closeout Submittals

Prior to CO acceptance of project

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Contract Release form and final pay request

10 days after CO acceptance of project

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

PART 3 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

3.1 DEFINITIONS

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

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

3.2 PROCEDURES

A. Contractor Responsibilities

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

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

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

a. Project name.

b. Date.

c. Name and address of Contractor.

d. Name of manufacturer.

e. Unique identifier, including revision number.

f. Number and title of appropriate Specification Section.

g. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

h. Date of Contractor’s approval.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Additional time may be needed if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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

3.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

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

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

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

2. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Manufacturer's installation instructions.

d. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

e. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

f. Compliance with recognized trade association standards.

g. Compliance with recognized testing agency standards.

C. Required Action Submittals

1. Product Data:

a. Water Heaters.

b. Water Pipe.

c. Valves.

d. Expansion Tanks.

3.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

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

B. Required Informational Submittals:

1. Accident Prevention Plan.

2. Construction Schedule.

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3. Current licensure and/or certifications for individuals indicated in QUALIFICATIONS paragraph above or as required in individual technical sections.

3.5 PROGRESS REPORTS

A. The contractor shall prepare and submit weekly progress reports during the course of construction. The reports shall include a narrative description of work in progress and completed during the week with a note on any delays not accounted for in the approved progress schedule. Photos of the work in place shall also be included; photos should consist of both macro (close up detail –e.g. to demonstrate finish quality or equipment data plate) and overview photos that demonstrate the construction phase, larger areas of work in the context of the surrounding area. Photos shall document key construction areas e.g. primary structural member installation, utilities that will be covered by later construction, any damage discovered or caused by the construction and shall be annotated with location information. A substantial completion report shall also be submitted documenting fulfillment of contract requirements. If a punchlist is created; the Contractor shall provide a punchlist completion report prior to contract closeout.

3.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Prepare and submit Closeout Submittals, as follows:

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

2. Project Record Documents.

PART 4 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

4.1 USE OF UTILITIES

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

4.2 SANITARY FACILITIES

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

4.3 STAGING AND STORAGE

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

4.4 CONSTRUCTION WASTE DISPOSAL FACILITIES

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

4.5 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

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

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

C. Fire Protection.

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

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

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

PART 5 – EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

5.1 EXAMINATION

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

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

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

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5.2 INSTALLATION

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

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

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

5.3 PROGRESS CLEANING

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

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

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

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

5.4 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED CONSTRUCTION

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

5.5 CORRECTION OF THE WORK

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

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

PART 6 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

6.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION

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

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

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

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2. Advise the CO of pending insurance changeover requirements.

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

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

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

6. Complete startup testing of systems.

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

8. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

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

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

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

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

Completion.

6.2 FINAL COMPLETION

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

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

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

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

B. Inspections: Submit a written request for final inspection for acceptance. On receipt of request, CO will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of unfulfilled requirements. CO will prepare a final Certificate for Payment after inspection or will

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

6.3 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

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

6.4 FINAL CLEANING

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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