DIVISION 1- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

SECTION 1A - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1A-1. General:

(a) The General Requirements of Work hereinafter described are specifically compiled for State of Kansas building construction Projects as part of the Project Documents and shall govern the performance of Work under this Project, as applicable.

(a) All final interpretations of the meaning of the Drawings, Specifications or other pre-bid Documents will be made to each Bidder via. written correspondence (email).

1A-2. Bonds and Insurance:

(a) In the event of an intended award, the responsible Bidder offering the lowest Bid price meeting Specifications will be required to enter into Contract and provide proof of bonds and insurance. The successful Bidder must complete and return these Documents to the State of Kansas Division of Purchasing. Failure of the Bidder to return these Documents within fifteen (15) calendar days of notification of intended award by the State of Kansas Division of Purchases may cause a cancellation of award. The Division of Purchases may also suspend a Bidder from bidding State construction Work for six (6) months for failure to comply with this requirement.

(b) The successful Bidder shall provide a Performance Bond or a Certificate of Deposit, upon request, in an amount of 100% of the Contract amount, as security for the faithful performance of the Work of the Contract. The guaranty shall be returned to the Contractor upon completion of the Contract subject to total or partial forfeiture for failure to perform adequately the Work of the Contract. If damages exceed the amount of the guaranty, the State may seek additional recompense.

(c) Bond forms will be provided by the State of Kansas Division of Purchasing and can be executed by any General Insurance Agent. Bonds shall be issued by a surety company licensed to do business in the State of Kansas.

(d) The Contractor shall not commence Work under this Project until the Contractor has obtained all the insurance required under this Article and such insurance has been approved by the Owner under the terms of the agreement. The Contractor shall not allow any Subcontractor to commence Work on the Subcontract until the insurance required of the Subcontractor has been so obtained and approved.

(e) The Contractor shall procure and maintain at its expense, from the date of the Contractor's receipt of a Purchase Order until acceptance of the entire Work by the Owner, the following insurance:

• Workers' Compensation Insurance for the Contractor, all partners and employees to be engaged in such Work unless the Subcontractors' employees are covered by the Contractor's Workers' Compensation coverage. The Contractor and all Subcontractors shall include Employers' Liability coverage with a One Hundred Thousand Dollar ($100,000) limit for each accident; disease-policy limit, and disease-each employee limit.

• Commercial General Liability Insurance, in an amount not less than Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) each occurrence for bodily injury and property damage, a general aggregate of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) and a products-completed operations aggregate of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000).

Commercial General Liability shall include the following coverage's: operations, broad-form property damage; completed operations; independent contractors and contractual.

• Automobile Liability Insurance in an amount not less than Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($500,000) for bodily injury and for property damage combined. Said coverage shall cover all owned, non-owned or hired vehicles of the Contractor.

(f) Scope of Insurance and Special Hazards

The Insurance's provided under Paragraphs (d) and (e) above shall provide protection for the Contractor and Subcontractors against damage claims which may arise from operations under this Contract, whether such operations be by the insured or by anyone directly or indirectly employed by him, and also against any of the following special hazards which may be encountered in the performance of Work under this Contract such as, but not limited to: loading and unloading; excavating, filling and drilling; blasting and explosions; demolition; underpinning; elevators and hoists; rigging and hoisting, and collapse.

(g) The Principal Contractor's property and liability coverage shall name the Owner and all Contractors and/or Subcontractors performing Work on the Project as additional insureds.

(h) Subcontractors' Insurance

The Contractor shall either (1) require each Subcontractor to procure and maintain during the life of the Subcontract, Workers' Compensation Insurance, Commercial General Liability Insurance and Automobile Liability Insurance of the type and in the same amounts specified in the preceding paragraphs; or (2) insure the activities of his Subcontractors in his own policies.

(i) Proof of Insurance

The Contractor shall furnish the Owner with certificates showing the types, amounts, special coverage' s, effective dates and dates of expiration of policies. Such certificates shall provide that the insurance company endeavor to give 30 days' notice of policy cancellation to the certificate holder.

(j) Hold Harmless

The Contractor shall indemnify the State against any and all claims for injury to or death of any persons; for loss or damage to any property; and for infringement of any copyright or patent occurring in connection with or in any way incidental to or arising out of the occupancy, use, service, operations or performance of work under this contract.

The State shall not be precluded from receiving the benefits of any insurance the Contractor may carry which provides for indemnification for any loss or damage to property in the Contractor's custody and control, where such loss or destruction is to State property.

The Contractor shall do nothing to prejudice the State's right to recover against third parties for any loss, destruction or damage to State property.

1A-3. Materials, Equipment and Substitutions:

(a) The manufacturer' s brand and/or other identification of products stated in these specifications is to establish a basis for design. Equivalent products consistent with the Specifications may be submitted for approval.

(b) The intent of the Specifications is to allow ample opportunity for the Contractor to use his ingenuity and abilities to execute the Work to his and the Owner s best advantage and to permit maximum competition in bidding on standards of materials and equipment required.

(c) Where materials or equipment are described but not named, the Contractor shall provide first-quality items, fully adequate in every respect for the implied and intended usage, with such items subject to the Owner's approval prior to procurement.

(d) Materials and equipment proposed for substitution shall be equal to or superior to those specified in construction, efficiency, utility, aesthetic design and color as determined by the Owner, and physical size shall not be larger than the space provided for them.

Requests for substitutions must be accompanied by full descriptive, technical data in three

(3) copies, including physical dimensions, operating characteristics and all other information necessary for comparison.

1A-4. Owner's Selection and Approval of Materials:

(a) Where approval of the Owner is required for materials or equipment, secure said approval before procurement.

1A-5. References:

(a) References to known Standard Specifications mean and intend the latest edition of said Specifications adopted and published as of the date of invitation to submit Bids.

References to Technical Society, Organization or Body are made in the Specifications in accordance with the following abbreviations:

ADA Americans with Disabilities Act.

ANSI American National Standards Institute

IBC International Building Code

IFC International Fire Code

IMC International Mechanical Code

IPC International Plumbing Code

LSC Life Safety Code

MRCA Midwest Roofing Contractors Association

NEC National Electrical Code

NFPA National Fire Protection Association

NRCA National Roofing Contractors Association

OSHA Occupational Health and Safety Act

SMACNA Sheet Metal Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association

UBC Uniform Building Code

UL Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Uniform

(b) These specifications are of an abbreviated form and contain incomplete sentences.

Omissions of words or phrases such as "the Contractor shall", "shall be", a "an", "the", and "all" are intentional. Omitted words and phrases shall be supplied by inference.

1A-6. Protection of Public and Property:

(a) The Contractor shall be responsible for the safety of not only his own and his Subcontractor's workers, but also the public, State employees and others as well. Provide and maintain warning signs, lights, barricades, guard rails and other devices as required and appropriately located to give understandable warning of danger in the construction area.

(b) The Contractor shall be responsible for and shall pay for all damage to buildings, walks, pavement, steps, plantings, lawns and any other property, which is caused by construction activity. Any such damage shall be corrected by repair or replacement as directed by the Owner and in a manner acceptable to the Owner.

(c) Transport, handle, store and erect materials in a manner to keep them free from injury.

(d) Support no runways, ramps or construction equipment on or transport over any items or assemblies subject to displacement, disfigurement or other damage.

(e) Protect Work in place, which requires job finishing until said finishing has been completed.

(f) Protect previously placed Work with suitable coverings or other protections during installation of subsequent Work. Remove any foreign materials from surfaces, then clean same immediately with materials that will not damage finished Work (brick, aluminum, etc.) to the satisfaction of the Owner.

(g) Where gas-powered equipment is used on the job, the Contractor will be required to have on the site a carbon dioxide fire extinguisher having a capacity of not less than twenty

(20) pounds. The extinguisher shall be immediately available in the area where the equipment is located, for use in case of fire.

1A-7. Tests of Materials:

(a) Furnish materials and equipment that have been properly inspected and tested in accordance with accepted industry standards. Make field or laboratory tests where specified herein. The costs of such tests shall be paid by the Contractor.

(b) Should such tests or visual observations indicate failure of materials or construction to meet requirements of the Specifications, the Contractor shall make and pay for additional tests, as directed by the Owner, until compliance has been proven. Should such Work fail to comply, the Contractor shall replace it at his expense.

1A-8. Appropriate Materials and Installations:

(a) Before submitting a Bid, the Contractor, his Subcontractors and material suppliers shall observe the Specifications and, should any material and/or its installation be indicated or specified in a manner not approved by the material's manufacturer, shall notify the Owner and receive his instructions. Failing to do so, the Contractor shall provide other equivalent materials suitable for the installation as selected by the Owner or, if not discovered until after installation, the Contractor shall replace the materials with such other equivalent, suitable and selected materials, in either event, at no additional cost to the Owner.

1A-9. Receiving and Storing Materials and Equipment:

(a) Upon receipt of materials and equipment at the job site or any other authorized point of delivery, Contractor shall have an authorized person present to check all items for in-transit damage to make arrangements to replace any damaged materials or equipment in ample time to prevent delay to its time scheduled for installation.

(b) At the point of receipt of materials and equipment, the Contractor shall have sufficient experienced personnel present to unload all items and prepare and locate them for proper storage prior to their installation.

(c) Wherever possible, deliver materials and equipment in manufacturers' original crates, boxes or packages, keeping identifying labels intact until installation and final acceptance and cleaning. Where items are to be job assembled, label, tag, mark or otherwise properly identify each component part until incorporated in the Work.

(d) Store materials and equipment in a manner to prevent damage, deterioration, staining, soiling and intrusion of foreign materials.

(e) Provide waterproof, well-ventilated enclosures for storage of materials and equipment subject to damage by dampness, frost, freezing, etc. Parking location for enclosures shall be where approved by the Owner.

1A-10. Preparation:

(a) Properly prepare all Work to receive subsequent Work or finish. Notify the Owner if any Work is unsatisfactory to receive such subsequent Work or finish and receive his instructions before proceeding.

1A-11. Temporary Equipment:

(a) Provide temporary walks, ramps, scaffolding, shoring, bracing and other equipment required for proper progress of Work and remove same at completion of Work.

1A-12. Installations (as applicable for this Project):

(a) Furnish, apply, install, connect, erect, clean and condition manufactured articles, materials and equipment per the manufacturer's printed directions unless otherwise indicated or specified.

(b) Manufacturer's printed directions must be on the job prior to and during installation of materials and equipment.

(c) Provide all attachment devices and materials necessary to secure materials together or to other materials and to secure the Work of other trades.

(d) Make allowances for ample expansion and contraction for all building components subject to same.

(e) Each trade shall provide sleeves, recesses and openings in their Work as required to receive Work of other trades.

(f) Make field checks of actual building dimensions before fabricating products.

(g) Where proper fitting of Work depends upon close tolerances of manufactured products, furnish the manufacturer with all necessary templates to ensure a proper fit of all components.

(h) Install materials only when conditions of temperature, moisture, humidity and the adjacent building components are conducive to achieve the best installation results.

(i) In job assembling, each trade shall properly cut and fit to make its assemblies fit accurately and shall cut and fit as necessary for other trades having Work occurring therein. Correct errors in cutting, shop fabrication and installation. Where necessary to cut into other building components, do so only in a manner not to damage the building structurally or aesthetically, then repair adjoining parts thoroughly and neatly.

(j) Handle materials in a manner to prevent scratching, abrading, distortion, chipping, breaking or other disfigurement.

(k) Unless indicated otherwise, fabricate and install materials true-to-line, plumb and level.

Leave finished surfaces smooth and flat or of a smooth contour where indicated, free from wrinkles, warps, scratches, dents or other imperfections.

(I) Provide quality of workmanship not less than the commercially accepted standards of each trade.

(m) Where obviously of the best practice, furnish materials in the longest practical lengths and largest practical sizes to avoid unnecessary jointing. Make all joints secure.

(n) Where sheet materials join on the same plane, make seams tight, secure, flush and watertight.

(o) Scribe and/or otherwise neatly fit materials to adjoining materials.

(p) Mix no more materials than can be used before materials begin to "set." Clean tools and appliances prior to mixing materials that can be contaminated. Mix no partially "set" batch with another.

(q) Conduct Work in a manner to avoid injury to previously placed Work.

(r) Do not disturb materials requiring curing time until the appropriate curing time has transpired.

1A-13. Closing of Work:

(a) The Contractor shall notify his Subcontractors when he is ready for them to install their portions of the Work and shall see that they comply within a reasonable period of time.

(b) Notify the Owner to inspect any Work when placing of subsequent Work would prevent observation of previous Work.

1A-14. Repairs:

(a) Unless the Owner grants permission to repair any defective Work, remove from the Project any Work not in accordance with the Contract Documents. Permission to repair any such Work shall not constitute a waiver of the Owner' s right to require complete removal of defective Work if the repair operation does not restore quality and appearance of the member or surface to the Owner's satisfaction. If permission is granted, repair according to the Owner's directions.

1A-15. Completed Work:

(a) Completed Work shall find materials structurally sound, free of scratches, abrasions, distortions, chips, breaks, blisters, holes, splits or other disfigurements considered as imperfections for the specific material.

1A-16. Warranties and Instructions:

(b) Before being eligible for final payment, deliver to the Owner, all manufacturers' special warranties and two (2) copies of instructions as specified for materials, equipment and installations.

1A-17. Removal of Materials:

(a) The Contractor shall remove all materials as shown or specified. All debris resulting from said removal shall be disposed of off State-owned property at an authorized dump site.

(a) (b) Salvage, if any, shall become the property of the Contractor unless otherwise stated.

SECTION 1B - SPECIAL CONDITIONS

1B-1. Pre-Construction Conference:

(a) The successful Bidder shall agree to attend a pre-construction conference along with persons in charge of the various operations involved with the Project.

1B-2. Construction Schedule:

(a) A written construction schedule shall be presented one (1) week prior to the start of Work to be approved by the Owner.

(b) The Contractor's Work must be coordinated at all times to cause the least interference with the operations of the Owner and so that services to existing buildings can be maintained without interruption.

1B-3. Coordination with Owner:

(a) The Owner will make the necessary arrangements to cause the Work area to be available to the Contractor. Access and egress to the Work area shall be routes prescribed by the Owner.

(b) The prospective Bidder must visit the site and ascertain the extent of the Work to be done under the Contract and the conditions under which it must be performed.

(c) The prospective Bidder shall make his own estimates and verify all dimensions or areas on the job.

1B-4. Working Hours:

(a) It is contemplated that all work will be performed during customary working hours of the trades involved unless otherwise specified for this project.

(b) Work performed by the Contractor at his own volition outside such customary working hours shall be at no additional expense to the Owner.

SECTION 1C - SITE CONDITIONS

1C-1. Access, Parking, Storage and Site Visit:

(a) The prospective Bidder shall familiarize himself with the traffic regulations and parking and storage areas he will become involved with if he becomes the Contractor. The Contractor shall inform his workmen of these regulations and conditions.

SECTION 1 D -TEMPORARY FACILITIES

1 D-1. Field Offices and Storage:

(a) Contractor may provide for his own use; location shall be as approved by the Owner.

1 D-2. Toilet Accommodations:

(a) Contractor provides facilities near the construction area and shall keep same clean and sanitary.

1 D-3. Water:

(a) Contractor may use existing service in building at Owner' s expense.

(b) Contractor shall provide all temporary connections, hoses, etc., and shall remove same at completion of the

Project.

(c) All temporary connections backflow preventer, provided to the domestic water system shall be protected by a reduced pressure principle by this Contractor.

1 D-4. Electrical Service:

(a) Contractor may use existing service at Owner's expense.

(b) Contractor shall provide all temporary connections, cords, etc., and shall remove same at completion of the Project.

(c) Any damage resulting from improper connections or overload shall be repaired at the expense of the Contractor and in a manner not to damage the building structurally or aesthetically.

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK

SECTION 1 A: SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1 A-1RELATED DOCUMENTS

(a) Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1 A-2 Demolition and removal of selected portions of a building: DEFINITIONS

(a) Remove: Remove and legally dispose of items except those indicated to be reinstalled, salvaged, or to remain the Owner's property.

(b) Remove and Salvage: Items indicated to be removed and salvaged remain the Owner's property. Remove, clean, and pack or crate items to protect against damage. Identify contents of containers and deliver to Owner's designated storage area.

(c) Remove and Reinstall: Remove items indicated; clean, service, and otherwise prepare them for reuse; store and protect against damage. Reinstall items in the same locations or in locations indicated.

(d) Existing to Remain: Protect construction indicated to remain against damage and soiling during selective demolition. When permitted by the Architect or approved designee, items may be removed to a suitable, protected storage location during selective demolition and then cleaned and reinstalled in their original locations.

1 A-3 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

(b) Except for items or materials indicated to be reused, salvaged, reinstalled, or otherwise indicated to remain the Owner's property, demolished materials shall become the Contractor's property and shall be removed from the site with further disposition at the Contractor's option.

1 A -4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

(a) Regulatory Requirements: Comply with governing EPA notification regulations before starting selective demolition. Comply with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

1.A-6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

(a) Existing vents, gutters and downspouts, vents, Chimneys, antenna or other roof mounted equipment to remain as dictated by owner shall be protected during demolition and construction. Requirements may vary from building to building.

(b) Owner may occupy the building during selective demolition and construction. Conduct selective demolition and construction so that Owner's operations will not be disrupted.

Provide not less than 72 hours' notice to Owner of activities that will affect Owner's operation

(c) Owner assumes no responsibility for actual condition of buildings to be selectively demolished.

(d) Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far as practical.

(e) Asbestos: It is not expected that asbestos will be encountered in the Work. If any materials suspected of containing asbestos are encountered, do not disturb the materials.

Immediately notify the Owner.

(f) Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site will not be permitted.

1 A-5 SCHEDULING

(a) Arrange selective demolition schedule so as not to interfere with Owner's on-site operations.

1.A-8 WARRANTY

(a) Existing Special Warranty: Remove, replace, patch, and repair materials and surfaces cut or damaged during selective demolition, by methods and with materials so as not to void existing warranties.

Part 2 - PRODUCTS

2 A-1 REPAIR MATERIALS

(a) Use repair materials identical to existing materials.

(b) Where identical materials are unavailable or cannot be used for exposed surfaces, use materials that visually match existing adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible.

(c) Use materials whose installed performance equals or surpasses that of existing materials.

PART 3- EXECUTION

3 A-1 EXAMINATION

(a) Survey existing conditions and correlate with requirements indicated to determine extent of selective demolition required.

(b) When unanticipated mechanical, electrical, or structural elements that conflict with the intended function or design are encountered, investigate and measure the nature and extent of the conflict. Promptly submit a written report to the Owner.

(c) Survey the condition of the building to determine whether removing any element might result in structural deficiency or unplanned collapse of any portion of the structure or adjacent structures during selective demolition.

(d) Perform surveys as the Work progresses to detect hazards resulting from selective demolition activities.

3 A-2 UTILITY SERVICES

(a) Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations.

(b) Do not interrupt existing utilities serving occupied or operating facilities, except when authorized in writing by Owner and authorities having jurisdiction. Provide temporary services during interruptions to existing utilities, as acceptable to Owner and to governing authorities.

(c) Provide not less than 24 hours' notice to Owner if shutdown of service is required during changeover.

(d) Utility Requirements: Locate, identify, disconnect, and seal or cap off indicated utility services serving building to be selectively demolished.

(e) Owner will arrange to shut off indicated utilities when requested by Contractor.

(f) Arrange to shut off indicated utilities with utility companies.

(g) Where utility services are required to be removed, relocated, or abandoned, provide bypass connections to maintain continuity of service to other parts of the building before proceeding with selective demolition.

3 A-3 PREPARATION

(a) Conduct demolition operations and remove debris to ensure minimum interference with roads, streets, walks, and other adjacent occupied and used facilities.

(b) Do not close or obstruct streets, walks, or other adjacent occupied or used facilities without permission from Owner and authorities having jurisdiction. Provide alternate routes around closed or obstructed traffic ways if required by governing regulations.

(c) Conduct demolition operations to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain. Ensure safe passage of people around selective demolition area.

(d) Erect temporary protection, such as walks, fences, railings, canopies, and covered passageways, where required by authorities having jurisdiction.

(e) Protect existing site improvements, appurtenances, and landscaping to remain.

(f) Erect a plainly visible fence around drip line of individual trees or around perimeter drip line of groups of trees to remain.

(g) Provide temporary weather protection, during interval between demolition and removal of existing construction, on exterior surfaces and new construction to ensure that no water leakage or damage occurs to structure or interior areas.

(h) Protect walls, ceilings, floors, and other existing finish work that are to remain and are exposed during selective demolition operations.

3 A-4 POLLUTION CONTROLS

(a) Remove and transport debris in a manner that will prevent spillage on adjacent surfaces and areas.

(b) Remove debris from elevated portions of building by chute, hoist, or other device that will convey debris to grade level

(c) Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by selective demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before start of selective demolition.

3 A-5 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

(a) Demolish and remove existing construction only to the extent required by new construction and as indicated. Use methods required to complete Work within limitations of governing regulations and as follows:

(b) Proceed with selective demolition systematically, from higher to lower level. Complete selective demolition work above each floor or tier before disturbing supporting members on lower levels.

(c) Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required. Use cutting methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining construction. To minimize disturbance of adjacent surfaces, use hand or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Temporarily cover openings to remain.

(d) Cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces to avoid marring existing finished surfaces.

(e) Locate selective demolition equipment throughout the structure and remove debris and materials so as not to impose excessive loads on supporting walls, floors, or framing.

(f) Dispose of demolished items and materials promptly. On-site storage or sale of removed items is prohibited.

(g) Return elements of construction and surfaces to remain to condition existing before start of selective demolition operations.

(h) Remove air-conditioning equipment without releasing refrigerants.

3 A-6 PATCHING AND REPAIRS

(a) Promptly patch and repair holes and damaged surfaces caused to adjacent construction by selective demolition operations.

(b) Where repairs to existing surfaces are required, patch to produce surfaces suitable for new materials.

(c) Completely fill holes and depressions in existing masonry walls to remain with an approved masonry patching material, applied according to manufacturer's printed recommendations.

(d) Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into adjoining construction to remain in a manner that eliminates evidence of patching and refinishing.

3 A-7 DISPOSAL OF DEMOLISHED MATERIALS

(a) General: Promptly dispose of demolished materials. Do not allow demolished materials to accumulate on-site.

(b) Disposal: Transport demolished materials off Owner’s property and legally dispose of them.

3 A-8 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION SCHEDULE

(a) Remove the following: Existing asphalt shingles, underlayment and metal edge flashings.

(b) Contractor shall take necessary pre-cautions to keep tear-off debris and material from installation of new roof system from getting inside the dome. Promptly remove any such material.

DIVISION 03 WOODS AND PLASTIC

SECTION - MISCELLANEOUS ROUGH CARPENTRY

PART 1 – GENERAL

1 A-1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

(a) General provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1 A-2 SUMMARY

(a) This Section includes the following:

1. Miscellaneous wood framing.

2. Sheathing.

1 A-3 DEFINITIONS

(a) Lumber grading agencies, and the abbreviations used to reference them, include the following:

1. NeLMA: Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers' Association.

2. NLGA: National Lumber Grades Authority.

3. SPIB: The Southern Pine Inspection Bureau.

4. WCLIB: West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau.

5. WWPA: Western Wood Products Association

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2 A-1 WOOD PRODUCTS, GENERAL

(a) Lumber: DOC PS 20 and applicable rules of grading agencies indicated. If no grading agency is indicated, provide lumber that complies with the applicable rules of any rules-writing agency certified by the ALSC Board of Review. Provide lumber graded by an agency certified by the ALSC Board of Review to inspect and grade lumber under the rules indicated.

1. Where nominal sizes are indicated, provide actual sizes required by DOC PS 20 for moisture content specified. Where actual sizes are indicated, they are minimum dressed sizes for dry lumber.

2 A-2 PLYWOOD ROOF SHEATHING

(a) Plywood sheathing shall be 1/2” CDX conforming with PS-1-83.

2 A-3 FASTENERS

(a) General: Provide fasteners of size and type indicated that comply with requirements specified in this Article for material and manufacture.

1. Where carpentry is exposed to weather, in ground contact, pressure-preservative treated, or in area of high relative humidity, provide fasteners with hot-dip zinc coating.

(b) Nails, Brads, and Staples: ASTM F 1667.

(c) Power-Driven Fasteners: NES NER-272.

(d) Wood Screws: ASME B18.6.1.

(e) Screws for Fastening to Cold-Formed Metal Framing: ASTM C 954, except with wafer heads and reamer wings, length as recommended by screw manufacturer for material being fastened.

(f) Lag Bolts: ASME B18.2.1.

(g) Bolts: Steel bolts complying with ASTM A 307, Grade A; with ASTM A 563 hex nuts and, where indicated, flat washers.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3 A-1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

(a) Set carpentry to required levels and lines, with members plumb, true to line, cut, and fitted. Fit carpentry to other construction; scribe and cope as needed for accurate fit.

Locate nailers, blocking, and similar supports to comply with requirements for attaching other construction.

(b) Countersink fastener heads on exposed carpentry work and fill holes with wood filler.

(c) Use fasteners of appropriate type and length. Predrill member when necessary to avoid splitting wood.

3 A-2 WOOD BLOCKING, AND NAILER INSTALLATION

(a) Install where indicated and where required for screeding or attaching other work. Form to shapes indicated and cut as required for true line and level of attached work. Coordinate locations with other work involved.

(b) Attach items to substrates to support applied loading. Recess bolts and nuts flush with surfaces, unless otherwise indicated.

DIVISION 4 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07 3113 - ASPHALT SHINGLES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1 A-1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

(a) The General Provisions of Contract, including General and Supplemental Conditions and General Requirements, apply to the Work specified in this Section.

1A-2 SCOPE OF WORK

(a) Contractor shall furnish all labor, materials and equipment as necessary to complete the Work specified herein.

1. Removal of existing asphalt shingles and underlayment.

2. Replacement of flashings.

3. New roof shingle system which shall include, but is not necessarily limited to the following:

a. SBS Modified shingles.

b. Felt vapor barrier underlayment.

1 A-3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

(a) Installer: Company specializing in shingle installations with five (5) year documented experience.

1 A-4 SUBMITTALS

(a) Submit Shop Drawings and Product Data to Owner (Physical Plant Supervisor) and Architect (if applicable) for approval.

(b) Submit Manufacturer's current recommended method of installation.

(c) Submit full range of colors available for panels and accessories for selection by Owner.

1 A-5 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

(a) Deliver, store, and protect all components per manufacturer's recommendations.

1 A-4 WARRANTY

(a) It is an express condition of this Contract that the Contractor shall be responsible for the repair of leaks in the roofing system and the repair or replacement of defects in the roofing system attributable to ordinary wear and tear or deficiencies in materials or workmanship for a period of five (5) years following written acceptance of the contracted work.

(b) The roofing system shall include all shingles, vapor barriers, flashing and related roofing materials.

(c) Upon notice of roofing leaks or defects, the Contractor shall promptly inspect the defective areas and make all necessary repairs including labor and materials, at his own expense.

(d) This guarantee shall not relieve the Contractor of an implied warranty that his work has been performed in a proper, workmanlike manner.

1 A-5 EXTRA MATERIALS

(a) Furnish extra materials described that match products installed and that are packaged with protective covering for storage and identified with labels describing contents.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2 A-1 MANUFACTURERS

(a) The Contractor shall cover all roof surfaces on the structures with SBS modified shingles per the following basis of design or approved equal:

2 A-2 MATERIALS

(b) SBS modified shingles deemed to have physical properties equal to or superior to those listed hereinafter may be proposed in Bidding for this Project.

1. UL Class "A" Label.

2. Self-Sealing SBS modified shingles.

3. 5 5/8"Exposure (minimum).

4. 110 MPH Limited Wind Warranty.

5. Minimum Weight per Square - 235 lbs.

6. 50 year Limited Material Warranty.

7. UL 2218 Class 4 Impact Resistance.

8. ASTM D 3018-90 Type 1.

9. ASTM D 3161-97 Type 1

10. ASTM D 7158 Class H

11. ASTM D 3462-97a.

12. ASTM E 108-91a.

13. Color - as selected by Owner.

2 A-3 SHEET METAL FABRICATIONS

(a) General: Fabricate sheet metal items in thickness or weight needed to comply with performance requirements but not less than that listed below for each application and metal.

(b) Step Flashing: Fabricate from the following material.

1. 24 gauge, galvanized or pre-primed metal – final color to match Shingles

(c) Drip/Edge Flashing: Fabricate from the following material

1. 26 gauge, galvanized or pre-primed metal, Type D drip flashing – final color to match Shingles

2 A-4 SOFFIT VENTS

(a) Match existing size, shape and installation (approximately 8 x 12).

(b) Color to match soffit.

2 A-5 UNDERLAYMENT & WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE

(a) Asphalt-saturated organic felt shingle underlayment: ASTM D4869, Type I

(b) Low-Slope One-Ply Self-Adhered Waterproof Membrane with fibrous glass reinforcement designed for exposure to various weather conditions

2 A-6 ROOF-EDGE DRAINAGE SYSTEMS

(a) Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following available manufacturers offering products that may be incorporated into the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Andreas Renner KG.

2. Architectural Products Company.

3. ATAS International, Inc.

4. Berger Building Products, Inc.

5. Castle Metal Products.

6. Cheney Flashing Company.

7. Hickman Company, W. P.

8. Klauer Manufacturing Company.

9. Merchant & Evans, Inc.

10. Metal-Era, Inc.

11. Metal-Fab Manufacturing, LLC.

12. MM Systems Corporation.

13. National Sheet Metal Systems, Inc.

(b) Gutters: Formed from minimum 0.0159-inch- thick, metallic-coated steel sheet or aluminum-zinc alloy-coated steel sheet repainted with coil coating; finished to be selected by Owner from full line of color options. Match profile of gable trim, complete with end pieces, outlet tubes, and other special pieces as required. Fabricate in minimum 96-inch-long sections, sized according to SMACNA's "Architectural Sheet Metal Manual."

1. Gutter Supports: Fabricated from same material and finish as gutters; spaced 36 inches o.c.

(c) Downspouts: Formed from 0.0159-inch- thick, zinc-coated (galvanized) steel sheet or aluminum-zinc alloy-coated steel sheet repainted with coil coating. Fabricate in minimum 10-foot- long sections, complete with formed elbows and offsets.

1. Mounting Straps: Fabricated from same material and finish as gutters; spaced 10 feet o.c. Minimum of 3 per downspout, top, middle and bottom.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

3 A-1 REMOVAL OF EXISTING SHINGLE SYSTEM

(a) Remove existing shingle system and underlayment.

(b) Remove all roofing nails and fasteners from previous roofing or pound flush with roof sheathing.

(c) Sweep and remove all loose debris, etc., from roof sheathing, eave and soffit.

(d) Checking existing roof deck and replace those areas that are unsound, moist, mildewed or decaying.

3 A-2 INSTALLATION

(a) All materials shall be delivered to the job site in manufacturer's original containers and labeled for proper identification.

(b) Surface shall be free from moisture, frost and water.

(c) All standards common to good roofing practice shall be utilized in surface preparation.

(d) Installation of shingles, flashing and other accessories shall be in accordance with the manufacturer's printed recommendations and in a neat, workmanlike manner.

(e) Do not install shingles with STAPLES.

(f) Shingles shall be installed to meet manufacturer’s requirements for high wind and steep slope nailing of shingles.

(g) Shingles shall be installed with six (6) fasteners per shingle. Fasteners must be placed within the nailing area (1” below the self-seal strip), 3/4” to 1-1/4” in from each edge of the shingle, with the remaining four (4) fasteners spaced 1” on each side of shingle cut outs on the same line as the end fasteners.

(h) Roof decks with slopes less than 21/12” require two (2) nickel sized spots of plastic roof cement (ASTM D 4586) near the bottom two corners of each tab. The shingle must be pressed firmly into the cement (avoid excessive use of cement as it may cause blistering).

(i) Roof decks with slopes greater than 21/12” apply a quarter size spot of plastic roof cement (ASTM D 4586) near the bottom two corners of each tab

3 A-3 SHINGLE UNDERLAYMENT

(a) Furnish and install the following materials for the shingle underlayment system on the approved roof sheathing surface:

1. One-Ply Self-Adhered Waterproof Membrane underlayment applied with a 4” head lap and a 6” end lap for slopes less than 4 in 12.

2. Single layer of asphalt-saturated felt underlayment applied with a 2" head lap and a 6" end lap, for slopes 4 in 12 and more.

3 A 4 METAL FLASHING

(a) General: Install metal flashings according to recommendations in ARMA’s “Residential Asphalt Roofing Manual” and asphalt shingle recommendations in NRCA’s “The NRCA Roofing and Waterproof Manual.”

(b) Rake Drip Edges: Install rake drip edge flashings over underlayment and fasten to roof deck.

(c) Eave Drip Edges: Install eave drip edge flashings below underlayment and fasten to roof deck.