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This document is a comprehensive special specifications package for the Underground Utility Modernization project at the FAA Chicago Air Route Traffic Control Center in Aurora, Illinois. The specifications establish minimum requirements for all construction activities covered under this Firm Fixed Price contract, which is set aside for small business concerns under NAICS code 237110 (Water and Sewer Line and Related Structure Construction) with a $45 million size standard. The solicitation closes on March 4, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. CT, with proposals due February 9 at 3:00 p.m. ET and questions due January 29 by 3:00 p.m. ET.

The specifications detail work requirements across multiple divisions including general requirements, existing conditions, concrete, openings, plumbing, electrical systems, earthwork, dewatering, excavation support, concrete paving, and stormwater conveyance. Key technical standards include compliance with FAA-C-1217H for electrical work, FAA-STD-019F for lightning and surge protection and grounding/bonding requirements, NFPA codes, IEEE standards, and NEC requirements. Critical contractor obligations include submitting a comprehensive safety program addressing electrical safety and LOTO procedures pre-bid, maintaining a Project Schedule and Schedule of Values, providing two-week look-ahead schedules, coordinating with the 24/7 operating facility to minimize disruption, restricting work to 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday unless approved otherwise, and achieving a 50 percent salvage/recycling rate for construction waste. The contractor must provide one-year product and workmanship warranties, coordinate with the FAA's Contracting Officer Representative for all approvals, and comply with facility security requirements including personnel vetting and restricted area protocols.

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SPECIAL SPECIFICATIONS

August 2025

IIJA UNDERGROUND UTILITIES IMPROVEMENTS

CHICAGO AIR ROUTE TRAFFIC CONTROL CENTER (ARTCC)

AURORA, ILLINOIS

ZAU

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION

CSA Chicago Engineering Services

INTRODUCTION

The following specification and advisement constitute the working portion of the contract between the Contractor and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), an Agency of the United States Government.

The Contracting Officer (CO) assigned to this contract shall be the only individual with authority to speak for and contractually bind the FAA. All communications, authorizations, approvals, changes, modifications, etc. involving this contract shall be through the CO. Any action not approved by the CO shall not bind the FAA.

CHICAGO ARTCC (ZAU) AUGUST 2025

Table of Contents

Division 01 – General Requirements 01 10 00 Summary 5 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 13 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 22 01 74 19 Construction Waste Management and Disposal 30 01 70 00 Closeout Procedures 37

Division 02 – Existing Conditions 02 41 19 Selective Demolition 43

Division 03 – Concrete 03 30 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 48

Division 08 – Openings 08 34 83 Floor Doors 55

Division 22 – Plumbing 22 05 13 Common Motor Requirements or Plumbing Equipment 58

22 05 23.14 Check Valves for Plumbing Piping 60 22 05 23.15 Isolation Valves for Plumbing Piping 63

22 14 29 Sump Pumps 67 22 14 30 Basin and Manhole Sensors 73

Division 26 – Electrical 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 76 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 82 26 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems 91

Division 31 – Earthwork 31 10 00 Site Clearing 99 31 20 00 Earth Moving 103 31 23 19 Dewatering 112 31 50 00 Excavation Support and Protection 116

Division 32 – Exterior Improvements 32 13 13 Concrete Paving 118

Division 33 – Utilities 33 42 00 Stormwater Utility Drainage Piping 125

FAA Standards FAA-C-1217H FAA Standard - Electrical Work - Interior Appdx A – 132

FAA-STD-019F FAA Standard - Grounding and Bonding Appdx B – 173

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SECTION 011000 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project Information.

2. Pre-Bid

3. Work covered by Contract Documents.

4. Pre-Construction.

5. Project Coordination.

6. Access to Site.

7. Coordination with Occupants.

8. Work Restrictions.

9. Specification and Drawing Conventions.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 015000 "Temporary Facilities and Controls" for limitations and procedures governing temporary use of Owner's facilities.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: IIJA Underground Utilities Improvements (JCN 22001033).

1. Project Location:

Federal Aviation Administration Chicago ARTCC 619 W Indian Trail Road Aurora, IL 60506.

B. Owner: Federal Aviation Administration.

1. Owner's Representative or Contracting Officers Representative (COR) or Resident Engineer (RE):

Suzanne Acierto (630) 906-8684, Cody Olson (630) 906-8695

C. Architect: Federal Aviation Administration.

D. Contractor: Successful Bidder will be engaged as Contractor for this Project.

E. FAA Project Manager: Francisco Montes (847) 294-7229.

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1.3 PRE-BID

A. The Contractor shall provide with their bid, a copy of their standard safety program addressing but not limited to electrical safety (including LOTO procedures); fall protection; safety lift and other documentation in accordance with the latest OSHA regulations specific to the project.

1.4 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of Project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of the following as specified in the project’s “Scope of Work” and other work indicated in the Contract Documents.

The Contractor is responsible for all requirements of the Construction Documents. The Contractor must furnish all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, transportation, and appurtenances required to perform and complete the Work.

1. Workmanship: all work shall be accomplished by workers experienced in each trade in accordance with the highest standard of the various trades involved.

2. Warranties: The Contractor shall provide a one-year product workmanship warranty.

B. Inspections and Approvals: The COR will inspect and approve the work. Refer to the Contract Documents for the COR duties and responsibilities, and the contract detail regarding work inspection. COR approval of work includes all materials and equipment used, all work performed, including but not limited to testing, inspection, scheduling, reporting, and submittal.

C. Compliance with Local Codes and Other Codes: The Contractor shall comply with all local and other codes of standard trades practices adopted by these contract documents. Where the requirements of the specification and drawings exceed those of local and adopted codes, the Contractor shall comply with the requirements in the specification and drawings.

1. Local Permits: The Contractor shall apply, pay fees, etc. to obtain local building permits and inspections required. All permits necessary to comply with state and federal regulations pertaining to disposal are the Contractor’s responsibility.

D. Type of Contract:

1. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

1.5 PRE-CONSTRUCTION

A. The Contractor will be notified to attend a Pre-Construction Meeting prior to start of the Project.

B. The Contractor shall submit a Project Schedule (in Gantt chart or similar form), Schedule of Values, and their site specific Safety Program for FAA review, prior to the Preconstruction Meeting.

C. At the end of the first construction week and at each end of the week, provide a “Two-Week Look-Ahead” activity schedule, for approval, to the COR. The COR will require the information for coordination of all activities with the facility and thus help minimize impact to air traffic. In

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the course of the construction work or upon request of the COR, the contractor shall provide an updated Project Schedule.

D. Any connections to or other work affecting the Fire Alarm Panel shall be coordinated by the Contractor with current Fire Alarm Panel Servicer through the COR. Any panel activity shall be provided in the “Two-Week Look-Ahead” to the COR for FAA review and coordination with facility.

1.6 PROJECT COORDIATION

A. No work shall be performed by the contractor without the consent of the FAA’s COR.

B. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Preparation of the schedule of values.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

6. Preinstallation conferences.

7. Project closeout activities.

8. Startup and adjustment of systems.

D. Progress Meetings: Conduct progress meetings at weekly intervals or as requested by the COR.

1. Attendees: In addition to COR the FAA Project Manager, and other FAA personnel, each contractor, subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings. All participants at the meeting shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to status of Project.

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a. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting.

Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to Contractor's construction schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do

so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

1) Send out an agenda with a Two-Week Look-Ahead Schedule.

b. Review and discuss the following:

1) Progress of Work/Schedule.

2) Two-Week Look-Ahead.

3) Status of submittals.

4) Status of RFIs.

5) Pending changes.

6) Status of Change Orders.

7) Pending claims and disputes.

3. Minutes: Entity responsible for conducting the meeting will record and distribute the meeting minutes to each party present and to parties requiring information.

a. Schedule Updating: Revise Contractor's construction schedule after each progress meeting where revisions to the schedule have been made or recognized. Issue revised schedule concurrently with the report of each meeting.

1.7 CONTRACTOR ACCESS AND USE OF THE SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have full use of premises within the construction area for the execution of the Work with the following exceptions:

1. Airway Facilities personnel performing routine or emergency maintenance activities which require access within the construction area have priority over the Contractor’s operations.

2. Other Contractors, employed by the FAA, that are working at the ARTCC.

B. Limits on Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to Work in areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Driveways, Walkways, and Entrances: Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or for storage of materials.

2. Coordinate with COR when large deliveries are arriving and portions of the parking lot will be blocked or shut down for any time period.

C. Existing Site Conditions: After the Notice to Proceed and prior to work start, conduct a joint inspection with the COR to determine the existing conditions of the Work Area, Construction Staging Area, Contractor Access Routes, etc. that may be affected by the Work. Note and

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document existing damage or defects. This inspection may be used to refute FAA claims of damage at Work Completion.

D. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weather-tight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

E. Condition of Existing Grounds: Maintain portions of existing grounds, landscaping, and hardscaping affected by construction operations throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

F. Differing Conditions: Refer to Contract Documents for information regarding site conditions found that differ from the information presented in the Drawings and Specification. Immediately notify the COR when differing site conditions exist.

G. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of products stored on the site.

H. The Contractor and their sub-contractors shall maintain the jobsite in a neat and orderly condition.

This includes the daily removal of rubbish, waste, tools, equipment and materials not required for the work in progress.

I. It shall be the responsibility of the Contractor to remove and haul any demolition and waste materials to legal off-site disposal facility, in accordance with the Contract Documents and authorities having jurisdiction.

1.8 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Existing Facility Operations: The ARTCC is a 24-hour, 7-day a week operating facility occupied by Air Traffic and Airway Facilities personnel. As such, the facility will be occupied during the entire construction period. It will be necessary for the Contractor to schedule, plan, and coordinate all work with the Contracting Officers Representative (COR) so that normal facility operations may continue with minimum disruption or interference.

B. Provide two week notice to FAA COR for activities generating load noise and hot work (welding, brazing, soldering, grinding, etc.). Likewise, provide notice on any activity requiring application of hazardous materials and materials containing unsuitable levels of VOC’s, prior to introducing the said material on site. Submit to FAA COR, SDS’s for all adhesives, paints, cleaning and hazardous materials or materials containing such, for approval, prior to bringing material on site.

C. Partial Owner Occupancy: Owner will occupy the premises during entire construction period, with the exception of areas under construction. Cooperate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Owner's operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

D. Owner Limited Occupancy of Completed Areas of Construction: Owner reserves the right to occupy and to place and install equipment in completed portions of the Work, prior to Substantial Completion of the Work, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the

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Work. Such placement of equipment and limited occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1.9 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets, work on public streets, rights of way, and other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in the existing building to normal business working hours of 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated. Prior to the start of work, provide a written statement to the COR confirming the standard weekly work schedule, including the days of the week to be worked and the associated working time period of each day.

All construction personnel, including subcontract personnel, must work the same daily work shift.

Any work outside the approved daily work shift is considered a non-standard work shift and is subject to approval.

C. Non-Standard Work Hours: Work is prohibited outside of the standard workday without prior COR approval. Non-standard work hours include overtime, weekend, and Federal Holiday work hours. Coordinate with the COR and obtain 24 hours, minimum, in advance of proposed overtime, and 48 hours, minimum, prior to weekend and Federal Holiday work.

D. Shutdowns, cutovers, and hot taps of environmental and electrical systems shall be accomplished between the hours of 9:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. All preparatory work shall be completed prior to shutdown/cutover to minimize downtime. For scheduling this work, please refer to Non-Standard Work Hours. The exact time of work shall be subject to Air Traffic and Airway Facilities approval.

E. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by Owner or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after providing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify FAA COR not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Obtain FAA COR written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

F. Noise, Vibration, Dust, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, dust, odors, or other disruption to Owner occupancy with Owner.

1. Notify FAA COR not less than two days in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain FAA COR written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

G. Smoking and Controlled Substance Restrictions: Use of tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, and other controlled substances within the existing building and on Project site is not permitted.

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1.10 SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

A. General: The ARTCC is a secure facility with site access control and contractor personnel restrictions. Adhere to all FAA and facility security requirements, regulations, procedures, and policies.

B. Contractor Personnel List: Provide the COR with a list of contractor personnel requiring access to the site. Keep the list current during the project duration.

C. Personnel Investigations: Contractor personnel are subject to security investigations by the FAA.

Promptly complete for each employee the security forms furnished by the CO or COR. Submit the security forms following CO direction.

D. Restricted Area Access: Coordinate and schedule work so Contractor personnel may be escorted, when required by the FAA, in restricted areas of the facility. Prepare the day-to-day work schedule in restricted areas to allow for FAA escort.

E. Right to Search: Current policy and procedures at FAA facilities include the right to search. The FAA will search the vehicle or person when in the judgement of the FAA, a cause exists.

F. Identification: Clearly identify Contractor personnel and vehicles with FAA approved identification.

1.11 CONTRACTORS LIABLITIY

A. Damage to the existing facility or equipment caused by the Contractor shall be immediately reported to the COR. The Contractor shall be responsible for repairing or having repaired damage d areas of the facility structure or equipment caused by the Contractor or their sub-contractors.

All repairs shall be accomplished at the Contractor expense without delay and to the satisfaction of the COR.

1. Protection of Existing Utilities: It shall be the Contractors responsibility to assure locations of underground cables, pipes, conduits and utility lines are established prior to beginning excavation work. Any damage to cables and utility lines shall be promptly repaired at the Contractors expense to the complete satisfaction of owners of such lines and cables. The Federal Aviation Administration will field establish approximate locations of its own cables. Coordinate with the COR before beginning demolition activities.

2. Requirements Included: It shall be the Contractor’s responsibility to provide protection of work from weather, physical damage, improper use, and other adverse natural conditions.

1.12 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations.

These conventions are as follows:

1. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

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2. Specification requirements are to be performed by Contractor unless specifically stated otherwise.

B. Contract Documents: The work shall be in accordance with the lines and grades shown on the contract documents. The contractor shall not use dimension scaled from drawings. All dimensions shown on drawings shall be verified by the Contractor by actual measurements in the field. The drawings form a part to this specification and are applicable to the extent specified herein. If any conflict exists between the drawings and specifications, the specifications shall govern.

C. Division 01 General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 01 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 011000

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SECTION 013300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Submittal schedule requirements.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require COR and/or Project Manager’s responsive action. Action submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "action submittals."

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require COR and/or Project Manager’s responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements. Informational submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "informational submittals."

1.3 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE

A. Submittal Schedule: Submit, as an action submittal, a list of submittals, arranged in chronological order by dates required by construction schedule. Include time required for review, ordering, manufacturing, fabrication, and delivery when establishing dates. Include additional time required for making corrections or revisions to submittals noted by COR and/or Project Manager’s and additional time for handling and reviewing submittals required by those corrections.

1.4 SUBMITTAL FORMATS

A. Submittal Information: Include the following information in each submittal:

1. Project name.

2. Date.

3. Name of Architect.

4. Name of Construction Manager.

5. Name of Contractor.

6. Name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

7. Names of subcontractor, manufacturer, and supplier.

8. FAA Contract Number

9. Unique submittal number, including revision identifier. Include Specification Section number with sequential alphanumeric identifier and alphanumeric suffix for resubmittals.

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10. Category and type of submittal.

11. Submittal purpose and description.

12. Number and title of Specification Section, with paragraph number and generic name for each of multiple items.

13. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

14. Indication of full or partial submittal.

15. Location(s) where product is to be installed, as appropriate.

16. Other necessary identification.

17. Remarks.

18. Signature of transmitter.

B. Options: Identify options requiring selection by COR.

C. Deviations and Additional Information: On each submittal, clearly indicate deviations from requirements in the Contract Documents, including minor variations and limitations; include relevant additional information and revisions, other than those requested by COR and/or Project Manager’s on previous submittals. Indicate by highlighting on each submittal or noting on attached separate sheet.

D. Paper Submittals:

1. Place a permanent label or title block on each submittal item for identification; include name of firm or entity that prepared submittal.

2. Provide a space approximately 6 by 8 inches on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by COR and/or Project Manager’s.

3. Action Submittals: Submit three paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated.

COR and/or Project Manager’s will return two copies.

4. Informational Submittals: Submit two paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated. COR and/or Project Manager’s will not return copies.

5. Transmittal for Submittals: Assemble each submittal individually and appropriately for transmittal and handling. Transmit each submittal using transmittal form.

E. Electronic Submittals: Prepare submittals as PDF package, incorporating complete information into each PDF file. Name PDF file with submittal number.

F. Submittals Utilizing Web-Based Project Software: Prepare submittals as PDF files or other format indicated by Project management software.

1.5 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

1. Email: Prepare submittals as PDF package and transmit to COR by sending via email.

Include PDF transmittal form. Include information in email subject line as requested by

COR.

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2. Web-Based Project Management Software: Prepare submittals in PDF form, and upload to web-based Project management software website. Enter required data in web-based software site to fully identify submittal.

3. Paper: Prepare submittals in paper form and deliver to COR.

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

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

2. Submit all submittal items required for each Specification Section concurrently unless partial submittals for portions of the Work are indicated on approved submittal schedule.

3. Submit action submittals and informational submittals required by the same Specification Section as separate packages under separate transmittals.

C. Processing Time: Allow time for submittal review, including time for resubmittals, as follows.

Time for review shall commence on COR and/or Project Manager receipt of submittal. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including resubmittals.

1. Initial Review: Allow 15 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. COR and/or Project Manager will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

2. Resubmittal Review: Allow 15 days for review of each resubmittal.

D. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

E. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

F. Use for Construction: Retain complete copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from COR and/or Project Manager’s action stamp.

1.6 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor’s Construction Schedule: Submit in Gantt chart or similar form.

B. Schedule of Values: Submit based off project schedule.

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

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

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

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

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a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Testing by recognized testing agency.

f. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

g. Notation of coordination requirements.

h. Availability and delivery time information.

4. For equipment, include the following in addition to the above, as applicable:

a. Wiring diagrams that show factory-installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Operational range diagrams.

d. Clearances required to other construction, if not indicated on accompanying Shop

Drawings.

5. Submit Product Data before Shop Drawings, and before or concurrently with Samples.

D. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data unless submittal based on Architect's/Engineer’s digital data drawing files is otherwise permitted.

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Identification of products.

b. Schedules.

c. Compliance with specified standards.

d. Notation of coordination requirements.

e. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

f. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

g. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Paper Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size Drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches, but no larger than 30 by 42 inches.

a. Two opaque (bond) copies of each submittal. COR and/or Project Manager’s will return one copy.

E. Samples: Submit Samples for review of type, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other materials.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components, such as accessories together in one submittal package.

2. Identification: Permanently attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Project name and submittal number.

b. Generic description of Sample.

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c. Product name and name of manufacturer.

d. Sample source.

e. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

f. Specification paragraph number and generic name of each item.

3. Email Transmittal: Provide PDF transmittal. Include digital image file illustrating Sample characteristics and identification information for record.

4. Web-Based Project Management Software: Prepare submittals in PDF form, and upload to web-based Project software website. Enter required data in web-based software site to fully identify submittal.

5. Paper Transmittal: Include paper transmittal, including complete submittal information indicated.

6. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality-control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may be used to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time of use.

b. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as Owner's property, are the property of Contractor.

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

a. Number of Samples: Submit one full set of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's product line. Project Manager, COR will return submittal with options selected.

8. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or Samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit three sets of Samples. COR and/or Project Manager’s will retain two Sample sets; remainder will be returned. Mark up and retain one returned Sample set as a project record Sample.

1) Submit a single Sample where assembly details, workmanship, fabrication techniques, connections, operation, and other similar characteristics are to be demonstrated.

2) If variation in color, pattern, texture, or other characteristic is inherent in material or product represented by a Sample, submit at least three sets of paired units that show approximate limits of variations.

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F. Product Schedule: As required in individual Specification Sections, prepare a written summary indicating types of products required for the Work and their intended location. Include the following information in tabular form:

G. Qualification Data: Prepare written information that demonstrates capabilities and experience of firm or person. Include lists of completed projects with project names and addresses, contact information of architects and owners, and other information specified.

H. Design Data: Prepare and submit written and graphic information indicating compliance with indicated performance and design criteria in individual Specification Sections. Include list of assumptions and summary of loads. Include load diagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for calculations. Number each page of submittal.

I. Safety Data Sheets: Required for all adhesives, Paints, cleaning and hazardous materials or materials containing such.

J. Certificates:

1. Certificates and Certifications Submittals: Submit a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

Provide a notarized signature where indicated.

2. Installer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead, certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

3. Manufacturer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead, certifying that manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

Include evidence of manufacturing experience where required.

4. Material Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead, certifying that material complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

5. Product Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead, certifying that product complies with requirements in the Contract Documents.

6. Welding Certificates: Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification and Procedure Qualification Record on AWS forms. Include names of firms and personnel certified.

K. Test and Research Reports:

1. Compatibility Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of compatibility tests performed before installation of product. Include written recommendations for substrate preparation and primers required.

2. Field Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

3. Material Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting test results of material for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

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4. Preconstruction Test Reports: Submit reports written by a qualified testing agency, on testing agency's standard form, indicating and interpreting results of tests performed before installation of product, for compliance with performance requirements in the Contract Documents.

5. Product Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating that current product produced by manufacturer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents. Base reports on evaluation of tests performed by manufacturer and witnessed by a qualified testing agency, or on comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency.

6. Research Reports: Submit written evidence, from a model code organization acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, that product complies with building code in effect for Project. Include the following information:

a. Name of evaluation organization.

b. Date of evaluation.

c. Time period when report is in effect.

d. Product and manufacturers' names.

e. Description of product.

f. Test procedures and results.

g. Limitations of use.

1.7 DELEGATED DESIGN SERVICES

A. Performance and Design Criteria: Where professional design services or certifications by a design professional are specifically required of Contractor by the Contract Documents, provide products and systems complying with specific performance and design criteria indicated.

1. If criteria indicated are insufficient to perform services or certification required, submit a written request for additional information to Architect.

B. Delegated Design Services Certification: In addition to Shop Drawings, Product Data, and other required submittals, submit digitally signed PDF file or three paper copies of certificate, signed and sealed by the responsible design professional, for each product and system specifically assigned to Contractor to be designed or certified by a design professional.

1. Indicate that products and systems comply with performance and design criteria in the Contract Documents. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing these services.

1.8 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Action Submittals and Informational Submittals: Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents.

Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to COR and/or Project Manager.

B. Contractor's Approval: Indicate Contractor's approval for each submittal with a uniform approval stamp. Include name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that

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submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

1. COR and/or Project Manager will not review submittals received from Contractor that do not have Contractor's review and approval.

1.9 COR AND PROJECT MANAGER’S REVIEW

A. Action Submittals: COR and/or Project Manager will review each submittal, indicate corrections or revisions required, and return it.

1. PDF Submittals: COR and/or Project Manager will indicate, via markup on each submittal, the appropriate action, as follows:

a. Description of each action indicated on Project Manager’s stamp.

2. Paper Submittals: COR and/or Project Manager will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action, as follows:

a. Description of each action indicated on Project Manager’s stamp.

3. Submittals by Web-Based Project Management Software: COR and/or Project Manager will indicate, on Project management software website, the appropriate action.

a. Actions taken by indication on Project management software website have the following meanings:

b. Description of each action indicated on Project Manager’s stamp.

B. Informational Submittals: COR and/or Project Manager will review each submittal and will not return it or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. COR and/or Project Manager will forward each submittal to appropriate party.

C. Partial submittals prepared for a portion of the Work will be reviewed when use of partial submittals has received prior approval from COR and/or Project Manager.

D. Incomplete submittals are unacceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned for resubmittal without review.

E. COR and/or Project Manager will discard submittals received from sources other than Contractor.

F. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents will be returned by Architect without action.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 013300

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SECTION 015000 - TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 011000 "Summary" for work restrictions and limitations on utility interruptions.

1.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Site Utilization Plan: Show temporary facilities, temporary utility lines and connections, staging areas, construction site entrances, vehicle circulation, and parking areas for construction personnel.

B. Project Identification and Temporary Signs: Show fabrication and installation details, including plans, elevations, details, layouts, typestyles, graphic elements, and message content.

C. Fire-Safety Program: Show compliance with requirements of NFPA 241 and authorities having jurisdiction. Indicate Contractor personnel responsible for management of fire-prevention program.

D. Moisture- and Mold-Protection Plan: Describe procedures and controls for protecting materials and construction from water absorption and damage and mold. Describe delivery, handling, storage, installation, and protection provisions for materials subject to water absorption or water damage.

1. Indicate procedures for discarding water-damaged materials, protocols for mitigating water intrusion into completed Work, and requirements for replacing water-damaged Work.

2. Indicate sequencing of work that requires water, such as sprayed fire-resistive materials, plastering, and terrazzo grinding, and describe plans for dealing with water from these operations. Show procedures for verifying that wet construction has dried sufficiently to permit installation of finish materials.

3. Indicate methods to be used to avoid trapping water in finished work.

1.3 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. Obtain required certifications and permits.

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C. Accessible Temporary Egress: Comply with applicable provisions in the United States Access Board’s ADA-ABA Accessibility Guidelines and ICC/ANSI A117.1.

1.4 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Engage Installer of each permanent service to assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use as a construction facility before Owner's acceptance, regardless of previously assigned responsibilities.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 EQUIPMENT

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

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 TEMPORARY FACILITIES, GENERAL

A. Conservation: Coordinate construction and use of temporary facilities with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials. Coordinate use of temporary utilities to minimize waste.

1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in performance of, but not actually incorporated into, the Work. See other Sections for disposition of salvaged materials that are designated as Owner's property.

3.2 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.

B. Provide each facility ready for use when needed to avoid delay. Do not remove until facilities are no longer needed or are replaced by authorized use of completed permanent facilities.

3.3 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. General: Provide and maintain temporary utilities required for construction operation and related temporary structure to complete the work, or as required below. Remove temporary facilities when no longer needed.

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1. The Contractor is wholly responsible for all cost related to installation, consumption, maintenance and removal of temporary utilities as required to complete the Work, unless otherwise noted.

2. Arrange with utility company, Owner, and existing users for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary services.

B. Sewers and Drainage: Provide temporary utilities to remove effluent lawfully.

1. Connect temporary sewers to private system indicated as directed by authorities having jurisdiction.

C. Water Service:

1. Install water service and distribution piping in sizes and pressures adequate for construction.

2. Connect to Owner's existing water service facilities. Clean and maintain water service facilities in a condition acceptable to Owner. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

D. Sanitary Facilities: Provide temporary toilets, wash facilities, safety shower and eyewash facilities, and drinking water for use of construction personnel. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities.

1. Use of Permanent Toilets: Use of Owner's existing or new toilet facilities will be permitted, as long as facilities are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to Owner. At Substantial Completion, restore these facilities to condition existing before initial use.

E. Temporary Heating and Cooling: Provide temporary heating and cooling required by construction activities for curing or drying of completed installations or for protecting installed construction from adverse effects of low temperatures or high humidity. Select equipment that will not have a harmful effect on completed installations or elements being installed.

1. Provide temporary dehumidification systems when required to reduce ambient and substrate moisture levels to level required to allow installation or application of finishes and their proper curing or drying.

F. Electric Power Service:

1. Connect to Owner's existing electric power service. Maintain equipment in a condition acceptable to Owner.

2. Provide electric power service and distribution system of sufficient size, capacity, and power characteristics required for construction operations.

a. Connect temporary service to Owner's existing power source, as directed by Owner.

G. Lighting: Provide temporary lighting with local switching that provides adequate illumination for construction operations, observations, inspections, and traffic conditions.

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1. Install and operate temporary lighting that fulfills security and protection requirements without operating entire system.

H. Telephone Service: Telephone service is not available for the facility.

3.4 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Traffic Controls: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Protect existing site improvements to remain, including curbs, pavement, and utilities.

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

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

C. Storage and Staging: Use designated areas of Project site for storage and staging needs.

D. Dewatering Facilities and Drains: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

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

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

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

E. Project Signs: Provide Project signs as indicated. Unauthorized signs are not permitted.

1. Identification Signs: Provide Project identification signs as indicated on Drawings.

2. Temporary Signs: Provide other signs as indicated and as required to inform public and individuals seeking entrance to Project.

a. Provide temporary, directional signs for construction personnel and visitors.

3. Maintain and touch up signs, so they are legible at all times.

F. Waste Disposal Facilities:

1. Provide waste-collection containers in sizes adequate to handle waste from construction operations. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction. Comply with progress cleaning requirements in Section 017300 "Execution."

G. Lifts and Hoists: Provide facilities necessary for hoisting materials and personnel.

1. Truck cranes and similar devices used for hoisting materials are considered "tools and equipment" and not temporary facilities.

H. Existing Elevator Use: Use of Owner's existing elevators will be permitted, provided elevators are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to Owner. At Substantial Completion, restore elevators to condition existing before initial use, including replacing worn cables, guide shoes, and similar items of limited life.

1. Do not load elevators beyond their rated weight capacity.

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2. Provide protective coverings, barriers, devices, signs, or other procedures to protect elevator car and entrance doors and frame. If, despite such protection, elevators become damaged, engage elevator Installer to restore damaged work, so no evidence remains of correction work. Return items that cannot be refinished in field to the shop, make required repairs and refinish entire unit, or provide new units as required.

I. Existing Stair Usage: Use of Owner's existing stairs will be permitted, provided stairs are cleaned and maintained in a condition acceptable to Owner. At Substantial Completion, restore stairs to condition existing before initial use.

1. Provide protective coverings, barriers, devices, signs, or other procedures to protect stairs and to maintain means of egress. If stairs become damaged, restore damaged areas, so no evidence remains of correction work.

3.5 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Protection of Existing Facilities: Protect existing vegetation, equipment, structures, utilities, and other improvements at Project site and on…

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