Attachment 7 - Project Specifications.pdf

USDA Forest Service

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TABLE OF CONTENTS – SPECIFICATIONS

1.01 SUMMARY

A. This section lists the specifications for the project.

1.02 LIST OF SPECIFICATIONS

01 10 00 Summary 01 10 10 Design Criteria 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01 40 00 Quality Control 01 73 00 Execution 01 74 19 Construction and Waste Disposal 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 03 30 00 Cast in Place Concrete 05 12 00 Structural Steel 05 50 00 Metal Fabrications 05 50 00 Metal Stairs 05 52 13 Metal Tube and Railing 05 53 00 Metal Grating 26 00 10 General Technical Provisions 26 00 50 Basic Methods and Materials 26 41 13 Lightning Protection 31 20 00 Earthwork 31 23 33 Utility Excavation and Backfill 32 11 23 Aggregate Base Course

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DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 10 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Work for this project consists of Engineering, Supplying and Installing Two (2) Pre- Manufactured three-level Rappel Towers, including engineered footing details, and all other items stated in the performance requirements and/or shown on the USFS performance drawings (Encl. 1), Pictures (Encl. 5), and from this Statement of Work (SOW). All fabrication will be done at the vendors facility; installation will take place at the Central Oregon Helibase. In addition, this contract includes construction of footings and minor electrical work.

B. Footing construction includes installing concrete footings according to manufacturer requirements for two (2) Rappel Towers. Electrical work includes extending conduit and pulling wiring to the Rappel Tower location. Contractor shall install a load center, FAA L810 light, and grounding system for each tower. Refer to Division 26 specifications and site map for more information on electrical work.

C. The Rappel Tower is a training simulator to allow a USFS First Responder to safely practice rappelling as part of tactical training. Each Tower shall accommodate (4) four Rappelers at the same time, two (2) from each simulator. The enclosed Forest Service drawing (Encl. 1) is a conceptual layout with changes that are specified in this SOW and in attached pictures in Encl 5. The contractor shall also engineer attachable helicopter skids from measurements taken in Encl. 2 and this SOW as well as an adjustable anchoring system as noted in Encl. 5 and this SOW.

D. Final design shall be based on manufactured components while working with the Contracting Officer and their authorized representative to ensure all performance requirements are met. A recent Geotechnical Investigation & Infiltration Testing Report for area of interest is enclosed (Encl. 4).

E. The ideal approach for this tower is a pre-manufactured structure. Various companies specialize in steel frame structures, examples of Rappel Tower manufacturers include:

1. Panel Built

2. FCP Mezzanine

3. Porta King

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F. OPTION ITEM: The contract involves an option item to place a 2” minus base course that is 6” in depth, then place a ¾” minus crushed aggregate for a depth of 3” over the entire 1 Acre site and re-grade the site. The contractor is required to bid on this item, but the government may not award it.

1.2 SCHEDULE OF ITEMS

BASE ITEM:

PAY

ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT QTY UNIT PRICE TOTAL

1 Rappel Towers and Delivery (Supply) EA 2

2 Installation (Construction) EA 2

3 Concrete Footings (Construction) LS 1

4 Electrical Components (Construction) LS 1

Sub-Total Base: $

OPTION ITEM 1:

5 Aggregate Placement (Construction) LS 1

Sub-Total Option: $

GRAND TOTAL:

1.3 UNITS OF MEASUREMENT

1. Payment shall be by units defined and determined according to U.S. Standard measure and by the following:

a) Each: One complete unit, which may consist of one or more parts.

b) Lump Sum: These quantities denote one complete unit of work as required by or described in the contract, including necessary materials, equipment, and labor to complete the job. They shall not be measured.

1.4 LOCATION

A. This project is located at the USFS Central Oregon Helibase, Prineville, OR:

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1414 SW Airway Rd, Prineville, OR 97754

1.5 GENERAL SITE CONDITIONS AND WEATHER

A. The elevation of the site is approximately 2,800 feet above mean sea level. The area is usually dry although may get covered in snow during winter months.

B. In-depth soil surveys have been performed and the geotechnical report is available in Encl. 4.

1.6 ENCLOSURES

Title Pages

Encl 1 – Rappel Tower Performance Drawing 5

Encl 2 – Pictures of Helicopter skid measurements 5

Encl 3 – Central Oregon Helibase Site Map 1

Encl 4 – Geotechnical Investigation 54

Encl 5 – Pictures of John Day Tower 7

Encl 6 – Performance drawings for helicopter skid and anchor point attachments

1.7 USE OF PREMISES

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of premises for construction operations, including use of Project Site, during construction period. Contractor's use of premises is limited by the Government's right to perform work.

B. Contractor shall always conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public and employees.

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

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

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E. Preservation of Natural Features: Confine all operations to work limits of the project. Prevent damage to natural surroundings. Restore damaged areas, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

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

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

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

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

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

F. Existing Utilities: Notify CO of proposed locations and times for excavation.

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

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

3. Contractor is responsible for providing their own toilet (porta potty)

G. Airport and Aerial Fire Depot Notification: Contractor will be responsible to notify the Central Oregon Helibase and Prineville Airport of any construction activities that may affect operations at the airport.

1.8 MEALS AND LODGING

A. Meals and lodging are commercially available in the City of Prineville, within 5 miles of project site.

1.9 CAMPING

A. Camping is not allowed at the construction site.

1.10 WORK PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Contract Time on this project is 210 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed.

B. To ensure adequate planning and execution of the work so that the work is completed within the respective number of calendar days allowed in the contract, and to assist the Contracting Officer in appraising the reasonableness of the proposed schedule and evaluating the progress of the work, the Contractor shall furnish a work progress schedule.

1.11 FIELD VERIFICATION

A. Field verify all new and existing dimensions affecting the work of this contract before ordering products. Specifically verify electrical quantities and volume of concrete for footings.

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1.12 REQUIREMENTS OF THE OFFERER’S PROPOSAL

A. The Government ENCLOSURES, and SPECIFICATIONS are the basis for this Contract. The contractor is required to provide CSI specs and drawings stamped by a PE licensed in Oregon and install Rappel Towers per manufacturer requirements.

B. The work shall conform to the performance drawings in Encl 1 as closely as possible. Those products listed in the SPECIFICATIONS are preferred products, chosen for compatibility, longevity, durability, and quality. However, equal or better alternatives submitted by the OFFERER will be considered.

1.13 PERMITS

A. The Contractor is responsible for working with Crook County and the City of Prineville to obtain all necessary permits.

B. Contractor shall pay for all permits.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END SECTION

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SECTION 01 10 10

DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

1. 1 - SUBMITTALS

1.01 RELATED SECTIONS

A. 01 33 00 Submittals

1.02 SUMMARY

A. These requirements are for all submittals including, but not limited to product data, materials, samples, shop drawings, catalogs and manufacturer’s literature, schedules, substitution requests, layouts, as-built drawings, maintenance and operating data, warranties, etc.

B. The intent of the submittals is to provide complete information about the subject item sufficient for the government to make a decision on that item's compliance with the purpose of the item and the general specification for that item.

Descriptions contained in the approved submittals shall constitute an extension of the general specification concerning that item; and subsequent performance by the Contractor shall conform to submittal information except as allowed as substitutions in other sections as indicated.

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

1. Initial Review: Allow ten (10) business days for initial review of each submittal.

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

3. Allow five (5) business days for processing each re-submittal.

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

1.02 PRE-AWARD PROJECT PROPOSAL

A. The project proposal shall include the following:

1. A draft layout or detailed description of the best fit solution(s) of the pre-manufactured structure to meet the contract requirements and Forest Service’s concept drawings.

2. Description of the materials, finishes, and equipment.

3. Project schedule showing integral points of the project, such as: design & engineering submittals; manufacturing of components; deliver & installation.

4. Documented experience in the design and fabrication of custom steel structural systems.

5. Documented installation contractor experienced in installing tower systems.

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1.03 POST AWARD SUBMITTALS

A. Documents for the final building construction.

1. Detailed shop drawings for the pre-manufactured structure stamped by a Professional Engineer licensed in the State of Oregon.

2. Description of the materials and finishes.

3. Installation Instructions and specifications

4. Detailed drawings of the structure footing design stamped by a Professional

Engineer licensed in the State of Oregon.

5. Project schedule, as needed for updates, or upon request by the CO.

1.04 SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Obtain written approval for the above submittals prior to manufacturing, delivery and installation. The Contractor shall make any corrections required by the Government and shall resubmit corrected Shop Drawings, and manufacturer’s literature until accepted.

B. Submittals shall have enough detail to determine if ratings, characteristics, and physical construction are equivalent to those specified.

C. Where manufacturer's catalog sheets are used, indicate the specific items to be supplied in ink either by arrow, encircled on the sheet, or the inapplicable portion blocked out. List manufacturer's name, contract, section and drawing sheet reference number on each catalog sheet. Identify where equipment is to be used, if not obvious.

D. Submittals shall show any changes to be made resulting from substitution of equipment or materials for those that are specified.

E. Material submittals shall be enough to demonstrate compliance with the manufacturers Specifications and Drawings.

F. Standards, Documents, and Criteria. The design requirements within Section 01 10 10 represent the minimum quality and quantity acceptable for the proposals and project submittals.

G. Design Standards. Equipment, hardware, and materials shall be standard manufactured items unless otherwise specified. Replacement parts shall be standard and readily available through commercial means. Discontinued products will not be accepted unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

H. Codes. The design, materials, equipment, and installation shall be in accordance with the requirements of the listed codes and design manuals, with the requirements of this section, and with the listed specifications.

I. Drawings. Attached drawings are included for general information on the site and on the tower desired.

J. Design Details and Standards. The Contractor shall provide a design and construction package which uses the design details given or referenced in this RFP. Additional details shall be created by the Contractor as required but shall conform to the requirements of this RFP and are subject to approval by Government.

K. Specifications. The Contractor shall provide a design and construction package which utilizes the CSI specifications format. Contractor shall adhere to both

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2 - CIVIL

2.01 GENERAL

A. The tower shall be constructed from structural steel and shall be a semi-custom engineered, freestanding structures, designed to follow the latest International Building Code (IBC) requirements. Items not specifically covered by this specification shall be governed by local or state codes, whichever are more stringent.

B. The Rappel Towers shall have an elevated Platform, Roof, Stairs and Stair

Handrail System (OSHA approved), and Guardrail System (OSHA approved).

The tower shall have two (2) adjustable simulators on upper level and a mid-height viewing platform.

C. Tower design to mimic the John Day Tower (Performance Drawing Encl 1.)

with consideration for local conditions at the Central Oregon Helibase and with prescriptive changes listed from numbers 1-8 below. In addition, Encl 5. shows prescriptive changes with images of John Day Tower.

1. Add 1’-0” to the ceiling clearance to upper simulator roofs, existing John Day Tower clearance is 6’-8”, new Rappel Towers shall be 7’ -8”.

2. Add a covered roof system to abate rain/sun.

3. Add an additional 6’-0” of horizontal separation between the two simulators.

This is to provide added clearance for Rappelers during training if both simulators are used at the same time.

4. Maintain Stairwell entrance at the simulator to at the same location. This will provide open space to the right of the stairwell.

5. Design both upper simulators to match the long-extended (adjustable) simulator for the John Day tower. Use adjustable platform design from the John Day Tower on both sides of the simulators.

6. The mid-height simulator shown on the John Day plans will be used as a viewing platform only and does not need simulator components. Size Mid-level platform to accommodate 10 people at 4 square feet per person plus free space to turn around. Approximate size of mid-level platform shall be 14’ x 7’.

7. Remove top cover detail shown in photos of John Day Tower on mid-level area; note that John Day existing drawings do not show this feature.

8. Raise stairway and guard rail height 12” to a height of 3’-8”. Existing John Day rail height is low and gives an unsecure feeling when walking up the stairs with full gear.

9. Rappel anchor points to be adjustable both horizontally and vertically. Shall be located outside the simulator door as well as inside the simulator. Shall be removable and replaceable. Shown in pictures in Encl 5. And Encl 6.

D. Tower shall have a grated steel floor.

E. Design of Helicopter Skids

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1. The simulators for the Rappel Towers are meant to mimic a person rappelling from a helicopter, which has skids. Therefore, the intent of this section is to provide an adjustable removeable attachment for helicopter skids. Photos with measurements of skids are shown in Encl 2. A performance drawing of skid is shown in Encl 6.

2. The helicopter skid attachment has two skids – the upper skid shall extend 6” outward and 17” downward from the main body of the helicopter. The lower skid shall extend 11” outward and 34” downward from the main body of the helicopter.

3. Skids and I beam should be rounded to prevent abrasion of ropes, as shown in Encl. 2 and Encl. 5.

F. Stairs

1. Constructed from Structural Steel

2. Steprisers (horizontal) shall be constructed of grated Steel

3. Steel Handrail system (OSHA approved)

4. Stair width shall not be less than 36”

5. Lockable entrance gate at ground level stair entry

6. Stair design proposed:

a. U-turn w/intermediate viewing platform

G. Roof

1. Framing constructed of Structural Steel

2. Cover shall provide rain and sun protection and shall be approved by

Contracting Officer.

3. Pitch shall be a minimum of 1/12 for Slanted Roof, or 2/12 for Gable or Hip

Roof

4. Eave shall extend at least four (4) feet outside perimeter of platform edge on all four sides.

5. Shall be designed with sufficient head clearance as to not impede any rappelling operations.

H. Footings

1. Shall be constructed according to manufactures design and specifications.

I. Finish

1. The tower shall be galvanized for exterior use.

a. All rough edges must be smoothed out.

J. Fabrication

1. Fabrication of materials will comply with dimensions, profiles and gauges shown on the approval drawings.

2. Manufacturing to be performed by a U.S. company.

3. Any exceptions taken to this specification must be submitted in writing with the proposal package. In addition to listing the exceptions, it shall be explained how deviating from this specification results in a superior tower design for the end user.

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2.02 QUALITY ASSURANCE

K. The system manufacturer shall be an established firm with a minimum of 10 years of documented experience in the design and fabrication of custom steel structural systems.

2.03 DESIGN LOADS

A. There are no federal regulations, material codes, or guidelines that apply specifically to rappel training towers. However, OSHA establishes requirements for stairway dimensions and slope, sizes of openings, loads, railing systems, and fall arrest anchor points.

The Tower intent is to have a maximum capacity of 40 people at the same time plus cargo at a weight of 300 pounds per person. Each anchor system shall accommodate a 600-pound capacity for each anchor system for human and cargo letdown. Please provide a brief rationale for psf design load criteria based on the information below.

1. The distribution of the 40-person max capacity are as follows:

a. 10 people on each upper simulator = 20 people 10 people on mid-level viewing platform

b. 10 people on the stairs, walkways, and other areas.

B. The most applicable standard is “minimum design loads for buildings and other structures” (ASCE 7-22). This standard gives minimum design load values in pounds per square foot for wind, seismic, snow, and live loads.

For installed products indicated to comply with design loads, include structural analysis data signed and sealed by the qualified professional engineer licensed in the State of Oregon responsible for their preparation. The following loads shall be used in addressing the engineering analysis for the rappel tower structure.

C. Dead load – Dead loads will be the actual weight of the material used for construction of the tower.

Live load – Live loads consist of three components: a) walkways, stairs and platforms, b) railing loads and c) anchor points for Rappeler ropes.

1. Walkways, stairs, and platforms – All walkways, stairs and platforms shall be designed per ASCE 7-22 for a minimum of 135 psf to be applied simultaneously. In additional, all stairs shall be designed for 1000-pound concentrated moving load per OSHA. The 1000-pound load is not required to be applied at the same time as the live load.

2. Railing loads – All railing loads shall meet the minimum of 200 pounds applied in any direction at any point on the top rail per OSHA 1910.23.

3. Anchor Points – All anchor points shall be designed for a minimum load of 5000 pounds. The locations of the anchors are the spotter beam and Rappeler anchor points.

4. Snow Load – The snow load will be site specific and be calculated in accordance with ASCE 7-22.

a. Site Coordinates: 44.28816, -120.8938 at elevation an of 3129’ above sea level.

b. For comparison: Structural Engineering Association of Oregon calculates 15 psf using link below.

i. SEAO - Oregon Snow Loading http://snowload.seao.org/lookup.html

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5. Wind Load – The wind load will be site specific as required by ASCE 7- 22.

6. Seismic Load – The seismic load will be site specific and be calculated in accordance with ASCE 7-22. Seismic Performance: Provide metal stairs capable of withstanding the effects of earthquake motions determined according to ASCE 7, "Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures": Section 9, "Earthquake Loads."

3. 3 – ELECTRICAL

3.01 INTRODUCTION

A. The two Rappel towers will need electricity to power an L810 FAA approved light as well as a grounding/lightning protection system.

B. Two 1” schedule 40 PVC conduits exist from the main electrical room to a stub-up location about 150’ from the towers. Total distance from electrical room to the proposed tower base location is about 400’.

C. Contractor will provide trenching, and install two 1” Schedule 40 conduit, and backfill from stub-up location to project site. Both conduits can go in the same trench.

Trenching and distance of new conduit is estimated to be about 150’. Contractor will provide a junction box at stub-up location shown in plans. Contractor will pull #4 wiring for both conduits from electrical room to project site. Distance of approximately 400’. Contractor will install two 30A 2 space minimum load centers according to all applicable electrical codes, one for each Rappel Tower, and will pull wiring from electrical room to load centers and wire each load center to a two-pole breaker on panel 2MDP in the main electrical room of the Helibase.

D. Contractor will install two FAA L-810 lights with photocells, one for each tower.

Contractor will also install an electrical outlet on only one of the 30 A load centers.

E. In addition, contractor shall install a grounding system for each tower. Contractor is required to subcontract design for grounding system from an electrical engineer who specializes in lightning protection and grounding systems. The Rappel Towers are a steel frame structure with concrete footings that are about 40’ high.

F. Licensed electrician in the state of Oregon is required for all electrical work.

G. Contractor is required to obtain necessary permits and inspections from Crook County and City of Prineville.

H. All electrical work related to Rappel Towers is included and incidental to this pay item.

4. 4 – SITE GRADING

4.01 GENERAL SUMMARY.

A. The site extents are shown in drawings as a 1-acre plot. Site will be cleared and graded by US Forest Service prior to work starting. Grading shall include 6” of 2” minus aggregate and 3” of ¾” minus aggregate application as a surface course. Contractor shall re-level site to ensure proper drainage of water away from structures. Contractor is responsible for supplying aggregate, which must be approved by CO before starting work.

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SECTION 01 33 00

SUBMITTALS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

B. See Division 1 Section 011010 Design Criteria for submittal requirements for tower design.

C. See Division 1 Section 014000 "Quality Requirements" for submitting test and inspection reports and Delegated-Design Submittals.

D. See Division 1 Section 017700 "Closeout Procedures" for submitting warranties Project Record Documents, operation and maintenance manuals and “as built” drawings.

E. Submittals shall be approved by the Contracting Officer. The Contractor shall not purchase, order, ship, install, or otherwise incur costs for a product or other work subject to submittal approval until after approval is granted by the Contracting Officer; the government shall not be responsible for payment for any work, product, design, etc., not approved.

F. Rejection of any submittals by the Contracting Officer constitutes notice that a re-submittal is required for the same purpose; rejections shall be explained.

G. The intent of the submittals is to provide complete information about the subject item sufficient for the government to decide on that item's compliance with the purpose of the item and the general specification for that item. Descriptions contained in the approved submittals shall constitute an extension of the general specification concerning that item; and subsequent performance by the Contractor shall conform to submittal information except as allowed as substitutions in other sections as indicated.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information that requires Contracting Officer’s (CO's) responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written information that does not require CO's approval.

Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

C. "Or Equal": Where the phrase "or equal" or "equal as approved by the Contracting Officer," or "but are not limited to" occurs in the contract documents, do not assume that the materials, equipment, or methods will be approved as equal unless the item has been so specifically approved by the Contracting Officer.

1.3 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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

1. Coordinate transmittal of different types of submittals for related parts of the

Work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

2. CO reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

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

3. Initial Review: Allow 10 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if processing must be delayed to permit coordination with subsequent submittals. CO will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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

5. Allow 10 days for processing each re-submittal.

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

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

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

8. Provide a space approximately 2 by 3 inches on label or beside title block to record Contractor's review and approval markings and action taken by CO.

9. Include the following information on label 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) Other necessary identification.

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

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

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

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

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

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

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

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

4. 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.

B. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale.

Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data.

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

a) Dimensions.

b) Identification of products.

c) Fabrication and installation drawings.

d) Roughing-in and setting diagrams.

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

f) Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

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

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

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

2.2 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

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

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

2. Certificates and Certifications: Provide a notarized 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.

3. Test and Inspection Reports: Comply with requirements in Division 1 Section "Quality Requirements."

Contractor's Construction Schedule:

4. The following submittal is required following award of contract for review and/or approval pursuant to contract provisions:

Item Description Copies Required References

Cost breakdown schedule listing main types of work and totaling amount of contract

1 FAR 52.232-05

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

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

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

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 GENERAL

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

Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to CO.

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

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

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

3.2 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE

A. Submittals shall be made as required by and called for in the drawings and specifications.

3.3 REVIEW OF SUBMITTALS

A. The Contracting Officer will review submittals with reasonable promptness, indicating in writing the appropriate approval category ("Approved," "Disapproved," "Approved Subject to Corrections Shown") upon them. One (1) copy of the plan shall be returned to the Contractor and when corrections are required, the Contractor shall make such corrections. The plan shall then be resubmitted by the Contractor for approval until an unqualified approval is obtained.

After unqualified approval is obtained, the Contractor shall furnish the Contracting Officer with three (3) copies of the approved submittals.

B. Review by the Contracting Officer does not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for errors which may exist in the submitted data.

C. Revisions:

1. Make revisions required by Contracting Officer.

2. If the Contractor considers any required revision to be a change, the Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer as provided for in the General Conditions.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 40 00

QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for quality assurance and quality control.

B. Testing and inspecting services are required to verify compliance with requirements specified or indicated. These services do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

1. Specified tests, inspections, and related actions do not limit Contractor's quality-control procedures that facilitate compliance with the Contract Document requirements.

2. Requirements for Contractor to provide quality-control services required by Contracting Officer (CO), or authorities having jurisdiction are not limited by provisions of this Section.

C. See Divisions 2 through 32 Sections for specific test and inspection requirements.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Quality-Assurance Services: Activities, actions, and procedures performed before and during execution of the Work to guard against defects and deficiencies and ensure that proposed construction complies with requirements.

B. Quality-Control Services: Tests, inspections, procedures, and related actions during and after execution of the Work to evaluate that completed construction complies with requirements. Services do not include contract enforcement activities performed by CO.

C. Testing Agency: An entity engaged to perform specific tests, inspections, or both.

Testing laboratory shall mean the same as testing agency.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Contractor Quality Control Plan

B. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

C. As-Built Drawings

D. Qualification Data: For testing agencies specified in "Quality Assurance" Article to demonstrate their capabilities and experience. Include proof of qualifications in the form of a recent report on the inspection of the testing agency by a recognized authority.

E. Test and Inspection Reports: Prepare and submit certified written reports that include the following:

1. Date of issue.

2. Project title and number.

3. Name, address, and telephone number of testing agency.

4. Dates and locations of samples and tests or inspections.

5. Names of individuals making tests and inspections.

6. Description of the Work and test and inspection method.

7. Identification of product and Specification Section.

8. Complete test or inspection data.

9. Test and inspection results and an interpretation of test results.

10. Ambient conditions at time of sample taking and testing and inspecting.

11. Comments or professional opinion on whether tested or inspected Work complies with the Contract Document requirements.

12. Name and signature of laboratory inspector.

13. Recommendations on retesting and re-inspecting.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Fabricator Qualifications: A firm experienced in producing products similar to those indicated for this Project and with a record of successful in-service performance, as well as sufficient production capacity to produce required units.

B. Factory-Authorized Service Representative Qualifications: An authorized representative of manufacturer who is trained and approved by manufacturer to inspect installation of manufacturer's products that are similar in material, design, and extent to those indicated for this Project.

C. Installer Qualifications: A firm or individual experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance.

D. Professional Engineer Qualifications: A professional engineer who is legally qualified to practice in jurisdiction where Project is located and who is experienced in providing engineering services of the kind indicated. Engineering services are defined as those performed for installations of the system, assembly, or products that are similar to those indicated for this Project in material, design, and extent.

E. Testing Agency Qualifications: An agency with the experience and capability to conduct testing and inspecting indicated, as documented by ASTM E 548, and that specializes in types of tests and inspections to be performed.

1.5 QUALITY CONTROL

A. Contractor Responsibilities: Unless otherwise indicated, provide quality-control services specified and required by authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Where services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, engage a qualified testing agency to perform these quality-control services.

a) Contractor shall not employ the same entity engaged by the Government, unless agreed to in writing by CO.

2. Notify testing agencies at least 48 hours in advance of time when Work that requires testing or inspecting will be performed.

3. Where quality-control services are indicated as Contractor's responsibility, submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each quality-control service.

4. Testing and inspecting requested by Contractor and not required by the

Contract Documents are Contractor's responsibility.

5. Submit additional copies of each written report directly to authorities having jurisdiction, when they so direct.

B. Special Tests and Inspections: Contractor will engage a testing agency to conduct special tests and inspections required by authorities having jurisdiction as the responsibility of Contractor.

1. Testing agency will notify CO and Contractor promptly of irregularities and deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of its services.

2. Testing agency will submit a certified written report of each test, inspection, and similar quality-control service to CO with copy to Contractor and to authorities having jurisdiction.

3. Testing agency will submit a final report of special tests and inspections at Substantial Completion, which includes a list of unresolved deficiencies.

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

5. Testing agency will retest and re-inspect corrected work.

C. Manufacturer's Field Services: Where indicated, engage a factory-authorized service representative to inspect field-assembled components and equipment installation, including service connections. Report results in writing.

D. Re-testing/Re-inspecting: Regardless of whether original tests or inspections were Contractor's responsibility, provide quality-control services, including retesting and re-inspecting, for construction that revised or replaced Work that failed to comply with requirements established by the Contract Documents.

E. Testing Agency Responsibilities: Cooperate with CO and Contractor in performance of duties. Provide qualified personnel to perform required tests and inspections.

1. Notify CO and Contractor promptly of irregularities or deficiencies observed in the Work during performance of its services.

2. Interpret tests and inspections and state in each report whether tested and inspected work complies with or deviates from requirements.

3. Submit a certified written report, in duplicate, of each test, inspection, and similar quality-control service through Contractor.

4. Do not release, revoke, alter, or increase requirements of the Contract Documents or approve or accept any portion of the Work.

5. Do not perform any duties of Contractor.

F. Associated Services: Cooperate with agencies performing required tests, inspections, and similar quality-control services, and provide reasonable auxiliary services as requested. Notify agency sufficiently in advance of operations to permit assignment of personnel. Provide the following:

1. Access to the Work.

2. Incidental labor and facilities necessary to facilitate tests and inspections.

3. Adequate quantities of representative samples of materials that require testing and inspecting. Assist agency in obtaining samples.

4. Facilities for storage and field-curing of test samples.

5. Preliminary design mix proposed for use for material mixes that require control by testing agency.

6. Security and protection for samples and for testing and inspecting equipment at

Project site.

G. Coordination: Coordinate sequence of activities to accommodate required quality-assurance and quality-control services with a minimum of delay and to avoid necessity of removing and replacing construction to accommodate testing and inspecting.

1. Schedule times for tests, inspections, obtaining samples, and similar activities.

1.6 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 REPAIR AND PROTECTION

A. General: On completion of testing, inspecting, sample taking, and similar services, repair damaged construction and restore substrates and finishes.

1. Provide materials and comply with installation requirements specified in other Sections of these Specifications. Restore patched areas and extend restoration into adjoining areas in a manner that eliminates evidence of patching.

2. Comply with the Contract Document requirements for Division 1 Section "Cutting and Patching."

B. Protect construction exposed by or for quality-control service activities.

C. Repair and protection are Contractor's responsibility, regardless of the assignment of responsibility for quality-control services.

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EXECUTION REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1. Construction layout.

2. Field engineering and surveying.

3. General installation of products.

4. Progress cleaning.

5. Starting and adjusting.

6. Protection of installed construction.

7. Correction of the Work.

B. See Division 1 Section 017700, "Closeout Procedures", for submitting final property survey with Project Record Documents, recording of Government-accepted deviations from indicated lines and levels, and final cleaning.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION

A. Existing Utility Information: Furnish information to Contracting Officer (CO) that is necessary to adjust, move, or relocate existing utility structures, utility poles, lines, services, or other utility appurtenances located in or affected by construction.

Coordinate with authorities having jurisdiction.

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

1. Notify Contracting Officer (CO) not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Do not proceed with utility interruptions without CO’s written permission.

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C. Field Measurements: Take field measurements as required to fit the Work properly.

Recheck measurements before installing each product. Where portions of the Work are indicated to fit to other construction, verify dimensions of other construction by field measurements before fabrication. Coordinate fabrication schedule with construction progress to avoid delaying the Work.

D. Space Requirements: Verify space requirements and dimensions of items shown diagrammatically on Drawings.

3.2 FIELD ENGINEERING

A. Reference Points: Locate existing permanent benchmarks, control points, and similar reference points before beginning the Work. Preserve and protect permanent benchmarks and control points during construction operations.

3.3 INSTALLATION

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

3.4 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. General: Clean Project site and work areas daily, including common areas.

Coordinate progress cleaning for joint-use areas where more than one installer has worked. Enforce requirements strictly. Dispose of materials lawfully.

1. Comply with requirements in NFPA 241 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).

3. Containerize hazardous and unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste. Mark containers appropriately and dispose of legally, according to regulations.

B. Site: Maintain Project site free of waste materials and debris.

C. Work Areas: Clean areas where work is in progress to the level of cleanliness necessary for proper execution of the Work.

1. Remove liquid spills promptly.

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2. Where dust would impair proper execution of the Work, broom-clean or vacuum the entire work area, as appropriate.

D. 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.

E. Waste Disposal: Burying or burning waste materials on-site will not be permitted.

Washing waste materials down sewers or into waterways will not be permitted.

F. During handling and installation, clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials already in place. Apply protective covering where required to ensure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

G. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

3.5 STARTING AND ADJUSTING

A. Start equipment and operating components to confirm proper operation. Remove malfunctioning units, replace with new units, and retest.

B. Adjust operating components for proper operation without binding. Adjust equipment for proper operation.

C. Test each piece of equipment to verify proper operation. Test and adjust controls and safeties. Replace damaged and malfunctioning controls and equipment.

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.

B. Comply with manufacturers written instructions for temperature and relative humidity.

3.7 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.

B. Restore permanent facilities used during construction to their specified condition.

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C. Remove and replace damaged surfaces that are exposed to view if surfaces cannot be repaired without visible evidence of repair.

D. Repair components that do not operate properly. Remove and replace operating components that cannot be repaired.

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SECTION 01 74 19

CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes the loading, handling, hauling, and placing of excess excavation material, unsuitable excavation material, clearing and grubbing debris, and construction and demolition debris, including all materials, labor, and equipment necessary for cleaning and debris removal.

1.2 DISPOSAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Conduct cleaning and disposal operations to comply with local codes, ordinances, and regulations.

B. A waste disposal site will be available at the project site for…