Attachment_A_Specifications.pdf

RFQ # 140P8324Q0051 Whitman Mission NHS Replace Exterior Siding

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WHITMAN MISSION NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

REPLACE SIDING ON MAINTENANCE SHOP

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – SUMMARY OF WORK & DEFINITION OF CLINs

1.1 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. General: All work outlined below will be performed under a single contract.

B. Project Location: This project is located at the Whitman Mission National Historic Site Maintenance Shop, 328 Whitman Mission Rd, Walla Walla, WA 99362

1. Project Background: The existing vinyl siding and exterior aluminum features at the

Maintenance Shop are beginning to deteriorate and requires the removal of approximately 1,681 square feet of vinyl siding and 1,681 square feet of contoured foam insulation backer and weather wrap.

C. Project Scope of Work / Definition of Contract Line Items: The Work consists of the following:

1. Contract Line Item 010: This item shall consist of: the removal of the existing siding, trim, soffit, and fascia in order to install new fiber cement products, insulation, and building wrap. To include replacement of aluminum soffit and vinyl trim around doors, windows, garage doors, openings, building corners, fascia, and transitions.

2. Contract Line Item No. 020: This item shall consist of: the painting of new components to match the existing color and layout for a finished and completed appearance.

Contractor will provide lump sum pricing for contract line items.

1.2 REFERENCE DOCUMENTS / REPORTS

A. General: The following reference documents / reports are attached or available upon request to supplement the information in the specifications:

1. NPS Forms (RFI, CM-16, and QC Daily Report)

2. Site Location Map with Project Area Limits, Preferred Access, Approved Staging and

Storage Area, and Sensitive Avoidance Areas

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1.4 PUBLIC / STAFF USE OF THE SITE

A. General: The project site will be open to the staff during construction but closed to the public. The Contractor shall at all times conduct his operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public and staff. Temporary closures may be permitted upon specific written approval of the Contracting Officer.

B. Other Contracts, Work, and Events: During the contract performance period, there may be other contracts, work, or events occurring in the park or within the project area limits that may affect the Contractor’s operations. The Contractor shall conduct his operations in consideration of these other activities. If the other activities are affecting the critical path of the construction schedule, the Contractor shall document the issue in the daily reports and report the issue to the Contracting Officer.

1.5 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE

A. General: Limit construction operations to the project area limits as outlined on the attached

Site Location Map.

B. Park Regulations: Ensure all personnel (contractors, subcontractors, and vendors) entering or working in the park are familiar with and obey all park regulations. Law enforcement rangers will intervene if they perceive any unsafe or unlawful activity.

C. Site Access: The contractor shall access the project site as outlined on the attached Site

Location Map. Do not drive vehicles off road or access non-project areas without permission from the Contracting Officer or their representative.

D. Working Hours: Regular work hours shall be limited to daylight hours from 7:00 a.m. until

5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding government holidays. Work outside regular hours requires advance approval from the Contracting Officer.

E. Staging and Storage: Confine the staging and storage of equipment and materials to the maintenance yard located north of the maintenance shop designated by the COR. In some circumstances storage may be provided inside the maintenance shop if materials need to be protected from environmental conditions.

F. The Contractor will be responsible for the security of all equipment and materials at the jobsite.

G. Property Damage: The Contractor is required to report missing, lost, stolen, or damaged property occurring within the park. This report must be made to the Park Facility Manager at the first available opportunity at: 360-921-6240.

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H. No Smoking Policy: Smoking is prohibited inside or outside within 25 feet of any buildings in the park. This applies to existing buildings and buildings under construction or renovation. Discarding of tobacco products or debris anywhere other than into designated tobacco receptacles is considered littering and subject to fines.

PART 2 – WORK RESTRICTIONS

2.1 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. General: The Contractor must comply with the following work restrictions:

B. Vehicles / Heavy Equipment:

1. Rules of the Road: All vehicles and heavy equipment will comply with posted traffic regulations, including speed limits and double-yellow center lane markings. Vehicles and heavy equipment shall take every safe opportunity to use paved roadside pullouts in order to allow faster moving traffic to pass. Failure to comply with traffic regulations will result in a citation being issued to the driver.

2. Vehicle Parking: The contractor shall park vehicles and heavy equipment in designated areas as shown on the Site Location Map or as established at the preconstruction meeting.

Vehicles are not permitted within long-term or overnight parking along park roads or in associated overlooks / pullouts.

3. Driveways and Entrances: The contractor shall keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available to the government, government employees, and emergency vehicles at all times.

4. Vehicle Exhaust: All vehicles will be properly maintained to ensure that the exhaust produced is within legal limits. Effects of excessive vehicle exhaust may be subject to enforcement of State and Federal laws regarding emissions as well as those regarding threatened and endangered species.

5. Spills: The Contractor shall be responsible for any cleanup efforts required in accordance with 40 CFR and all applicable state environmental quality laws regarding disposal and cleanup of hazardous / industrial wastes. The Contractor must immediately notify the Contracting Officer of spills.

6. DOT Compliance: All vehicles are to be compliant with all DOT requirements including but not limited to driver with appropriate license class, medical examiner card as appropriate with license class, carrying three (3) triangles or three (3) flares, mounted fire extinguisher, and valid DOT safety sticker.

C. Resource Protection:

1. General: The Park is committed to protecting natural and cultural resources found within the park and adjacent lands. The Contractor must comply with the following rules and conditions:

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2. Preservation of Natural Features: Prevent damage to natural surroundings.

a. Do not attach ropes, wires, guy lines, cables, or chains to trees or vegetation. Restore damaged areas and replace damaged trees, vegetation, and grass at no additional expense to the government.

PART 3 – PROJECT MANAGEMENT

3.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Documents: The following documents shall be submitted no later than 14 calendar days after contract award and a minimum of seven (7) calendar days prior to the Preconstruction Meeting. If all of these documents have not been received prior to the scheduled Preconstruction Meeting date, the meeting will be cancelled and the Notice to Proceed (NTP) will not be issued. Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed (NTP) has been issued.

1. Letter designating the Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule - Submit a baseline schedule with start date, end date, major work activities and durations, estimated pre-final (substantially complete) and final (entirely complete) inspection dates, and other major milestones. Provide updates to baseline schedule as needed or as requested (when there is a change to the critical path).

3. Accident Prevention Plan (APP) – Submit a “site specific” accident prevention plan with the following information (at a minimum). Refer also to PART 5 Safety Requirements.

a. Name of the supervisor responsible for executing the plan.

b. Emergency contact phone numbers.

c. Map of local area emergency medical facilities relative to the jobsite.

d. First aid and emergency medical procedures / forms.

e. Company safety plan / protocol.

f. Job hazard analysis (JHA) completed for each major work activity.

g. Job specific COVID-19 plan.

4. Quality Control Plan (QCP) – Submit a “site specific” quality control plan with the following information (at a minimum). Refer also to PART 6 Quality Requirements.

a. Name of the supervisor responsible for executing the plan.

b. Organizational flow chart showing key staff / subcontractors.

c. Qualifications of key staff and subcontractors with applicable licenses / certificates.

d. Communications and reporting plan / procedures / forms (include NPS daily report form, RFI form, and CM-16 form along with Contractor forms).

e. Testing and inspection procedures at all phases of the project (i.e. preparatory, initial, follow-up) to ensure quality, with steps for correction of work / re-work.

5. Construction Waste Management Plan – Submit a construction waste management plan that addresses storage, handling, and disposal of all trash, recyclables, non-hazardous

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Refer also to PART 8 Execution.

6. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

7. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses.

8. Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation for the Contactor and all subcontractors.

9. Hot Work Plan – Complete and submit a hot work management plan that addresses fire prevention for any work involving open flame or grinding metal.

B. Submittal Documents: The following documents shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer prior to construction mobilization. If these documents have not been received and approved by the NPS prior to construction start, the construction start date may be delayed.

1. Product Data – Submit product cut sheets / material data on all products to be used for approval.

3.2 PRECONSTRUCTION AND PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Preconstruction Meeting: Before the start of construction, the Contracting Officer will arrange for a preconstruction meeting either on site or via teleconference. The meeting agenda will include the following topics:

1. NPS Roles & Responsibilities

2. Key Contractor Personnel

3. Coordination with Subcontractors

4. Correspondence & Submittal Procedures

5. Submittals

6. Park Rules & Regulations

7. Work Hours and Weekend, Holiday, and Night Work

8. Project Information

a. Jobsite Access & Parking

b. Staging, Storage, and Laydown Area(s)

c. Temporary Facilities & Controls

d. Jobsite Restrictions

e. Resource Protection

f. Reference Documents

h. Other Contracts / Ongoing Work

9. Labor Standards Provisions

10. Labor Interviews

11. Payroll Reports

12. Payments to the Contractor

13. Change Orders / Modifications

14. Progress Meetings

15. QC Daily Reports

16. Inspections

17. Acceptance and Rejection of Work

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18. Closeout Procedures & Submittals

19. Contract Period of Performance

20. Notice to Proceed

3.3 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: On discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI utilizing the NPS form.

1. Contracting Officer will only respond to RFIs submitted by the Contractor.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner to avoid delays in the work.

B. RFI Form: Include a detailed, legible description of the subject or item needing information or interpretation on the RFI Form with:

1. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

2. Date.

3. RFI subject.

4. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, if applicable.

5. Drawing number and detail references, if applicable.

6. Photographs or sketches, if applicable.

7. Contractor's suggested resolution. If the Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the contract time or the contract sum, Contractor shall state the impact in the RFI.

C. Response to the RFI: The Contracting Officer will review each RFI, determine the action required, and respond accordingly.

PART 4 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

4.1 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted using NPS CM-16 form sent via email.. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Complete all applicable fields, sign the form, and attach all supporting documentation.

B. General Submittal Procedures:

1. Processing Time: Allow 7 days for NPS review of a submittal. When review is complete, an e-mail notification will be sent to the Contractor. No extension of contract time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals in a timely manner.

2. Approved Equals: For each item proposed as an “approved equal” submit supporting data including:

a. Comparison of the salient characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

b. Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

c. Manufacturer’s literature.

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d. Compliance with the Buy American Act.

3. Electronic Submittals: Transmit all submittals except physical samples in PDF format.

4. Physical samples: Deliver physical samples to COR (or onsite POC).

PART 5 – SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

A. General: The Contractor must comply with the following safety requirements:

1. First Aid Equipment: Provide adequate first aid equipment for all contract employees for the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

2. First Aid Training: Provide adequate training to all Contractor personnel to ensure prompt and efficient application of first aid.

3. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Provide personal protective equipment (PPE) that meets applicable OSHA and ANSI standards for all contract employees.

4. Hazardous Materials: Hazardous materials are defined as explosive, flammable, poisonous, corrosive, oxidizing, irritating, or otherwise harmful substances that could cause death or injury. Store hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturer’s and OSHA recommendations. Maintain MSDS onsite for each chemical used on the jobsite.

Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the contracting officer.

5. Safety Meetings: At a minimum, conduct weekly "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a job superintendent or crew leader and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Topics need to coincide with work scheduled for the week.

6. Emergency Contacts: Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, hospital, fire department, police, and park dispatch in conspicuous locations at the site.

7. Emergency Medical & Accident Reporting: In the event of an emergency / medical incident, the Contractor shall Dial 911 as needed.

PART 6 – QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

6.1 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

A. General: The Contractor is responsible for all quality control to guard against defects and deficiencies in the work. Inspect and test work as needed to ensure that the quality of materials, workmanship, construction, finishes, and functional performance are in compliance with applicable specifications, drawings, codes and standards, and the QC Plan.

B. Quality Control (QC) Daily Reports: Submit quality control daily reports documenting the progress and quality of the work. The daily report shall be typed, legible, and complete and

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PART 7 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES & CONTROLS

7.1 TEMPORARY FACILITIES & CONTROLS

A. General: The contractor will be allowed to set up temporary facilities and controls as outlined. All temporary facilities and controls shall be removed from the site before final acceptance of the work.

B. Temporary Utilities: The following utilities / services are available for use at the project site:

Electrical Power Service: Electrical power service is available from facilities at the project site for use on the contract without charge. Provide all connections and extensions of services in a safe manner in compliance with NEC, NEMA, and UL standards and regulations.

Water Service: potable water service is available from facilities at or near the project site for use on the contract without charge.

Sanitary Facilities: Restrooms are available at the site.

Telephone Cellular Service: The project site does have cellular service.

C. Temporary Storage: The Contractor is responsible for ensuring all materials are new and undamaged from weather, age, or neglect.

PART 8 – EXECUTION

8.1 EXECUTION

A. Examination: Examine the project area and site facilities and verify compatibility between existing conditions and the scope of work.

B. Preparation: Take field measurements or conduct surveys to verify quantities and dimensions before procurement and fabrication or installation.

C. Utilities: Existing utilities should not be interrupted by this work. In the event of a necessary interruption notify Contracting Officer and utility companies 48 hours in advance of proposed interruption.

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

E. Cutting & Patching: Examine surfaces to be cut and patched and conditions under which cutting and patching are to be performed. Before patching, verify compatibility with and suitability of substrates, including compatibility with in-place finishes or primers. Proceed with installation only after unsafe or unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

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F. Installation: Install all components according to the specifications, manufacturer’s recommendations, permit conditions (where applicable), and local, State, and Federal codes, standards, and regulations. All components shall be complete and operable.

G. Correction of the Work: Upon discovery of defects or damage of new work or to existing facilities damaged by new work, repair or replace damaged systems or components and restore substrates and finishes.

H. Progress Cleaning: Clean the project site and work area on a daily basis. Keep site free of waste and debris in proper containment. Properly dispose of all waste and debris offsite.

I. Final Cleaning & Waste Disposal: At the completion of the work, clean all surfaces and remove all waste materials, trash, tools, equipment, machinery, and surplus items from the project site and legally dispose of all waste items.

PART 9 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

9.1 SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION AND FINAL INSPECTION

A. When the project, or a designated portion of the project, is substantially complete, the Contractor shall request a pre-final inspection in writing at least fourteen (14) calendar days in advance of the inspection date.

B. If the work is determined to be substantially complete at the pre-final inspection, the Contracting Officer will prepare a Letter of Substantial Completion with a Punch List of deficiencies to be corrected before final inspection / acceptance. The Contractor shall complete the work described in the Punch List within thirty (30) calendar days, as weather permits. Once all Punch List work is complete, the Contractor shall request a final inspection in writing to arrange for the confirmation of punchlist completion.

C. If the Contractor fails to complete the Punch List work within this timeframe, the Contracting Officer may either replace or correct the work with an appropriate reduction in the contract price or charge for re-inspection costs in accordance with the Inspection of Construction clause of the contract.

D. If the work is determined to be not substantially complete at the time of the pre-final inspection, the Contracting Officer will notify the Contractor in writing. The Contractor may request a new pre-final inspection; however, all re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of Construction clause of the contract.

E. After all deficiencies have been corrected and the project is complete, a Letter of Final Acceptance will be issued by the Contracting Officer.

9.2 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

A. Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Manual: Submit two (2) hard copies (in D-ring binders) to the onsite Point of Contact (POC) and one (1) electronic copy (PDF) to the Contracting Officer with all applicable operation and maintenance information including but not limited:

1. Product / material cut sheets (all approved products used on the project).

2. Progress photos showing all phases of the work numbered sequentially.

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3. Product warranties for individual products and systems.

4. A one (1) year Contractor-issued warranty on all workmanship starting from the date of final acceptance.

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SECTION 01420

REFERENCE STANDARDS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION

The following abbreviations, which may be used in the construction specifications, refer to the organizations and specifications of the organizations listed below:

AAMA American Architectural Manufacturers Association

1827 Walden Office Square, Suite 104 Schaumberg, Illinois 60173-4268

AITC American Institute of Timber Construction

7012 S. Revere Parkway, Suite 140 Englewood, Colorado 80112

ALSC American Lumber Standards Committee

P.O. Box 210 Germantown, Maryland 20875

ANSI American National Standards Institute

11 West 42nd Street, 13th Floor New York, New York 10036

APA American Plywood Association (See EWA)

ASTM American Society for Testing and Materials

100 Barr Harbor Drive West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428-2959

AWI Architectural Woodwork Institute 1952 Isaac Newton Square Reston, Virginia 20190

AWPA American Wood Preservers' Association 3246 Fall Creek Highway, Suite 1900 Granbury, Texas 76049-7979

AWPI American Wood Preservers Institute 1945 Old Gallows Road, Suite 550 Vienna, Virginia 22182

BHMA Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association, Inc.

355 Lexington Avenue, 17th Floor New York, New York 10017-6603

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BOCA Building Officials Code Administrators

4051 W. Flossmoor Road Country Club Hills, Illinois 60478-5795

CDA Copper Development Association, Inc.

260 Madison Avenue, 16th Floor New York, New York 10016-2401

CRA California Redwood Association 405 Enfrente Drive, Suite 200 Novato, California 94949

CSSB Cedar Shingle and Shake Bureau PO Box 1178 Sumas, Washington 98295-1178

EWA APA - The Engineered Wood Association P.O. Box 11700 Tacoma, Washington 98411-0700

FS Federal Specifications- See contract clauses

HMA Hardwood Manufacturers Association

400 Penn Center Boulevard, Suite 530 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15235-5605

HPMA Hardwood Plywood Manufacturers Association P.O. Box 2789 Reston, Virginia 22090-2789

ICBO International Conference of Building Officials 5360 S. Workman Mill Road Whittier, California 90601

MIMA Mineral Insulation Manufacturers Association 1420 King Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314

NAAMM The National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers 8 South Michigan Avenue, Suite 1000 Chicago, Illinois 60603

NBS National Bureau of Standards (U.S. Department of Commerce)(See NIST)

NELM Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers' Association

272 Tuttle Road P.O. Box 87A

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Cumberland Center, Maine 04021 0687

NFPA National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park P.O. Box 9101 Quincy, Massachusetts 02269-9101

NHLA National Hardwood Lumber Association

P.O. Box 34518 Memphis, Tennessee 38184 0518

NHPMA Northern Hardwood and Pine Manufacturers Association, Inc., c/o Northern Softwood Lumber Bureau Box 217 Dear River, Minnesota 56636

NIOSH National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health NIOSH Building 1, Room 3007 1600 Clifton Road, NE Atlanta, Georgia 30333

NIST National Institute of Standards and Technology (US Department of Commerce) Building 101, #A1134 Route I-270 and Quince Orchard Road Gaithersburg, Maryland 20899

NRCA National Roofing Contractors Association O'Hare International Center 10255 W. Higgins Road, Suite 600 Rosemont, Illinois 60018-5607

OSHA Occupational Safety and Health Administration U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20210

RIS Redwood Inspection Service (Grading Rules) 405 Enfrente Drive, Suite 200 Novato, California 94949

SCMA Southern Cypress Manufacturers Association 400 Penn Center Blvd., Suite 530 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania 15235

SFPA Southern Forest Products Association P.O. Box 52468 New Orleans, Louisiana 70152

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SMACNA Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors' National Association, Inc.

4201 Lafayette Center Drive P.O. Box 221230 Chantilly, Virginia 20151-1209

SPIB Southern Pine Inspection Bureau (Grading Rules) 4709 Scenic Highway Pensacola, Florida 32504 9094

UBC Uniform Building Code (by ICBO)

UL Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.

333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook, Illinois 60062

WCLB West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau (Grading Rules) P.O. Box 23145 Portland, Oregon 97281-3145

WWPA Western Wood Products Association (Grading Rules) Yeon Building 522 SW 5th Avenue Portland, Oregon 97204 2122

WWPI Western Wood Preservers Institute 7017 NE Highway 99 #108 Vancouver, Washington 98665

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01510

TEMPORARY SERVICES

1. The work of this section consists of providing temporary services required for Contractor's performance of the work of this contract.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

1. Section 01520 - Field Offices and Sheds.

2. Section 01570 - Temporary Controls.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

1. Temporary materials may be new or used, but must be adequate in capacity for the required usage, must not create unsafe conditions, and must not violate requirements of applicable codes and standards.

2.2 FIRE PROTECTION EQUIPMENT

1. Extinguisher shall have a minimum UL rating of 2-A:10-B:C.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 ELECTRICITY AND LIGHTING

1. Provide connections to existing facilities. The Government will pay the costs of power used.NPS will provide ample number of outlets selected by the COR for use by the Contractor for work related performance for the duration of the work. The amperage of the circuit breakers will not exceed 15 amps, nor will the number of circuits available exceed [5].

3.2 WATER

1. Water for construction is available within the park boundaries. The Contractor shall coordinate water use with Contracting Officer.

2. Make connections to existing facilities for potable water. Government will pay costs for water used.

3.3 SANITARY FACILITIES

1. Toilet facilities are located in the Maintenance Shop building and will be available for contractor to use.

3.4 FIRE PREVENTION AND PROTECTION

1. Responsible Person: A capable and qualified person shall be placed in charge of fire protection. The

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2. Hazard Control: Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction. Do not store flammable or combustible liquids in existing buildings. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

3. Spark Arresters:

1. Written determinations of periods and areas of potential fire hazard will be issued by Contracting Officer.

2. Equip all gasoline or diesel-powered equipment used during periods of potential fire hazards or in potential forest and grass fire locations with spark arresters approved by the USDA Forest Service.

4.Service and Refueling Areas: Locate areas a minimum of 50 feet from buildings. Shut down equipment before refueling.

5.Smoking: Smoking within buildings or temporary storage sheds is prohibited.

6.Welding: Cutting by torch or welding shall be performed only when adequate fire protection is provided.

3.5 PROTECTION EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

1. Buildings:

1. Furnish a minimum of one extinguisher for each 1,500 square feet of area or major fraction thereof.

2. Travel distance from any work station to the nearest extinguisher shall not exceed 75 feet.

2. Vehicles and Equipment: Provide one extinguisher on each vehicle or piece of equipment.

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SECTION 01560

BARRIERS AND FENCES

PART 1 – GENERAL

1. The work of this section consists of furnishing, installing, and maintaining barriers to protect existing facilities, staff and public from construction.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

1. Material may be new or used but shall be suitable for intended purpose. Fences and barriers shall be structurally adequate and neat in appearance.

2.2 FENCING

1. Safety Barrier Fence: Safety barrier fence will be erected a minimum of 15 feet out from the building up to the inner edge of COR designated sidewalks. Orange plastic fence, minimum height, 4 feet. Supported at eight (8) foot intervals maximum distance.

2. Enclosed walkways will be built at the front and rear main ingress/egress doors from the safety barrier fence line up to the building. Minimum clear width of enclosed walkway must be 6’-0”; minimum clear height must be 7’-0”. An opening for natural light to enter the enclosure is sufficient. Light opening must be at the upper portion of the vertical wall. Enclosures must be constructed to maintain effectiveness despite term exposure to sun, wind, rain & snow effects and neat in appearance.

3. Emergency exists will remain unobstructed with an open path provided to the outer edge of the fence line, but will not be enclosed in a tunnel

4. Fence, barricade, or otherwise must be installed in order to block off all immediate work area & material & equipment storage to prevent unauthorized entry.

2.3 BARRICADES AND SIGNS

1. Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD), Part VI, 1988 edition.

2.4 LUMBER

1. Free of nails, large knot holes and splinters.

2.5 BARRIER TAPE

1. Banner Guard, imprinted with "CAUTION: CONSTRUCTION AREA", manufactured by Reef Industries, Inc., Houston, Texas, or approved equal.

PART 3 EXECUTION

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PROTECTION OF PUBLIC

1. Fence, barricade, or otherwise block off the immediate work area to prevent unauthorized entry.

2. Erect and maintain fence and warning signs in accordance with MUTCD-1988.

3. Adequately barricade and post open cuts in or adjacent to thoroughfares.

4. Protect pedestrian traffic by fences.

5. For walkways, run fence parallel to direction of traffic movement.

6. Cover pipes, hoses, and power lines crossing sidewalks and walkways with troughs using beveled edge boards.

SECURITY FENCES

1. Before starting work, install enclosure fence with entrance gates as required.

2. Enclose the entire project site or, if approved by Contracting Officer, the area of construction.

3. Locate vehicular gates to avoid interference with traffic on public thoroughfares.

4. Locate pedestrian entrance gates as required to provide controlled personnel entry.

BARRIER TAPE

1. Install where directed by Contracting Officer. Keep a minimum of two rolls on site at all times.

REMOVAL

1. Completely remove barriers no longer needed when approved by Contracting Officer.

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SECTION 01600

MATERIAL and EQUIPMENT

1. The work of this section consists of the general procedures for handling, storing, and protecting material and equipment.

1.2 TRANSPORTATION AND HANDLING

1.Arrange deliveries of materials in accordance with construction schedules; coordinate to avoid conflict with work and conditions at the site. Deliver materials in undamaged condition, in manufacturer's original containers or packaging, with identifying labels intact and legible.

Contractor is encouraged to obtain materials in biodegradable or recyclable/reusable packaging which uses the minimum amount of packaging possible.

1.3 STORAGE AND PROTECTION

1. Store materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels accessible for inspection.

2. Interior Storage: Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges required by manufacturer's instructions.

3. Exterior Storage:

1. Store products subject to damage by the elements in weather tight enclosures.

2. Store fabricated products above the ground, on blocking or skids; prevent soiling or staining. Cover products subject to damage or deterioration with impervious sheet coverings; provide adequate ventilation to avoid condensation.

4. Protection After Installation: Provide adequate coverings as necessary to protect installed materials from damage resulting from natural elements, traffic, and subsequent construction.

Remove when no longer needed.

1. PART 2 PRODUCTS Not used.

PART 3 EXECUTION Not used.

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SECTION 06200

EXTERIOR CARPENTRY

SIDING PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

1. Section Includes:

1. Insulation Panels

2. Weather Barrier Building Wrap

3. Fiber-cement lap siding.

4. Fiber-cement trim.

5. Fiber-cement soffit.

2. Related Requirements:

1. Section 061000 "Rough Carpentry" for wood furring, grounds, nailers, and blocking.

2. Section 062013 "Exterior Finish Carpentry" for exterior fiber-cement & trim.

3. Section 072500 "Weather Barriers" for weather-resistive barriers.

2.1 COORDINATION

1. Coordinate siding installation with flashings and other adjoining construction to ensure proper sequencing.

3.1 ACTION SUBMITTALS

1. Product Data: For each type of product include construction details, material descriptions, dimensions of individual components and profiles, and finishes.

4.1 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

1. Product Certificates: For each type of fiber-cement trim, rigid foam insulation, building wrap, siding, and soffit.

2. Product Test Reports: Based on evaluation of comprehensive tests performed by a qualified testing agency, for fiber-cement siding.

3. Research/Evaluation Reports: For each type of fiber-cement siding required, from ICC-ES.

4. Sample Warranty: For special warranty.

5.1 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS

1. Maintenance Data: For each type of product, including related accessories, to include in maintenance manuals.

6.1 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

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

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2. Furnish full lengths of fiber-cement panel siding and soffit including related accessories, in a quantity equal to 2 percent of amount installed.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

1. RIGID FOAM INSULATION

1. General: Foam sheathing shall be minimum Type X (XPS) per ASTM C578, of 1” thickness.

2. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide Owen’s Corning Foamular NGX Insulation 1” thickness or comparable product by one of the following:

1. Owen’s Corning

2. Dupont

3. DiversiFoam

2. Labeling: Must meet ASTM C578 requirements

3. Length and Height: 48” x 96”

4. Width: 1” Thickness

2. WEATHER BARRIER BUILDING WRAP

1. General: Weather barrier non-woven, non-perforated polyolefin water resistive barrier as per AC38, Class A fire rated product, UV stability of up to 180 days, ESR-2658 building code certified for water and air barrier.

2. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide James Hardie Building Products Inc.; HardieWrap weather barrier or comparable product by one of the following:

1. Tyvek

2. Barricade Building Products

3. Typar House Wrap

3. Labeling: House warp meets AC38 criteria for Water Resistive Barriers.

4. Length: Minimum 150 ft.

5. Width: 10ft

3. FIBER-CEMENT LAP SIDING

1. General: ASTM C1186, Type A, Grade II, fiber-cement board, noncombustible when tested in accordance with ASTM E136; with a flame-spread index of 25 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

2. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide James Hardie Building Products Inc.; HardiePlank Lap Siding or comparable product by one of the following:

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1. CertainTeed Corporation.

2. GAF.

3. Nichiha Architectural Panels

3. Labeling: Provide fiber-cement siding that is tested and labeled in accordance with ASTM C1186 by a qualified testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

4. Thickness: Minimum 5/16 inch.

5. Width: Boards 5-1/4 inches wide (4-inch reveal) in plain style.

6. Texture: To be chosen by Project Leader: Smooth or Wood grain.

7. Length: Minimum 24 ft.

8. Factory Priming: Manufacturer's standard acrylic primer.

9. Factory Finish: Manufacturer's standard multicoat, acrylic paint.

10. Colors: To be matched to existing building color and approved by COR.

4. FIBER-CEMENT TRIM

1. General: ASTM C1186, Type A, Grade II, fiber-cement board; with a flame-spread index of 25 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

2. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide James Hardie Building Products Inc.; HardieTrim 4/4, 5/4, Batten or comparable product by one of the following:

1. CertainTeed Corporation.

2. GAF

3. Nichiha Architectural Panels

3. Labeling: Provide fiber-cement siding that is tested and labeled in accordance with ASTM C1186 by a qualified testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction

4. Texture: To be chosen by Project Leader: Smooth or Wood-grain.

5. Length: Minimum 24 ft.

6. Width and Thickness: Standard trim width will be 1” x 4” boards for vertical corner trim, window and door casing, trimming around openings,

7. Factory Priming: Manufacturer's standard acrylic primer.

8. Factory Finish: Manufacturer's standard multicoat, heat-cured acrylic paint.

9. Colors: To be matched to existing building color and approved by COR.

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5. FIBER-CEMENT SOFFIT Vented

1. General: Vented Soffit Panel, ASTM C1186, Type A, Grade II, fiber-cement board, noncombustible when tested in accordance with ASTM E136; with a flame-spread index of 25 or less when tested in accordance with ASTM E84.

2. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide James Hardie Building Products Inc.; HardieSoffit Vented Panels or comparable product by one of the following:

1. CertainTeed Corporation.

2. Nichiha Fiber Cement.

3. GAF.

3. Thickness: Minimum 1/4 inch.

4. Pattern: To be chosen by Project Leader

5. Ventilation: Provide perforated soffit unless otherwise indicated.

6. Factory Priming: Manufacturer's standard acrylic primer.

7. Factory Finish: Manufacturer's standard multicoat, heat-cured acrylic paint.

8. Colors: To be matched to existing building color and approved by COR.

6. ACCESSORIES

1. Siding Accessories, General: Provide starter strips, edge trim, outside and inside corner caps, and other items as recommended by siding manufacturer for building configuration.

1. PAINT

1.CGeneral: Paint will be of high-quality exterior grade acrylic paint, 250 to 300 sqft coverage per gallon, 43 +- 2% volume solids, and 58 +- 2% weight solids.

2. Basis of design Product: Sherwin William Duration or comparable product by one of the following:

1. Behr Marquee

2. Valspar Defense

3. Benjamin Moore Aura

3. Finish: Apply two coats of paint on all replaced components

1. Color: Match existing color and layout of building. Before application, colors will be approved by project COR.

1. PART 3 - EXECUTION

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1. EXAMINATION

1. Examine substrates for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances and other conditions affecting performance of fiber-cement panels, siding and soffit and related accessories.

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

2. PREPARATION

1. NPS Staff will move all equipment, materials, anything not affixed to the building away from building before contractor begins work for access. If the contractor needs NPS propert or equipment moved during the project the contractor will coordinate with the project CO who will then direct NPS staff in a timely manner to do so.

2. It will be the contractor’s responsibility to remove and reinstall anything affixed to the building including but not limited to electrical conduit, electrical boxes, fuel lines, signs, and hangers. Contractor must coordinate the loss of electrical power with the electrical utility company and NPS park staff.

3. INSTALLATION

1. General: Comply with manufacturer's written installation instructions applicable to products and applications indicated unless more stringent requirements apply.

2.Cement Trim and Siding Locations: Installation of new fiber cement lap siding will cove existing areas of vinyl lap siding. Siding will begin at lowest appropriate point according to manufactures specifications and to cover all sheathing, building warp, and rigid foam insulation.

3.Trim boards will be installed at the following areas:

1. Door Casing Trim

2. Vertical trim boards at all corners of the building

3. Trim boards around all windows and square openings including large louvers

4. Frieze board at the transition from siding to soffit

5. Fascia boards installed over sub-fascia

6. Trim around garage door and inside of opening replacing any required gaskets for sealed closure of door

4. Install fiber cement trim, siding, and soffit level, plumb, true, and aligned with adjacent materials.

1. Use concealed shims where necessary for alignment.

2. Scribe and cut exterior finish carpentry to fit adjoining work.

3. Refinish and seal cuts as recommended by manufacturer.

4. Install to tolerance of 1/8 inch in 96 inches for level and plumb. Install adjoining exterior finish carpentry with 1/32-inch maximum offset for flush installation and 1/16-inch maximum offset for reveal installation.

5. Leave gap at perimeter, openings, and horizontal joints unless otherwise recommended by manufacturer.

6. Seal butt joints at inside and outside corners and at trim locations.

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7. Apply battens and corner trim as indicated on Drawings.

8. Coordinate exterior finish carpentry with materials and systems in or adjacent to it.

9. Provide cutouts for mechanical and electrical items that penetrate exterior finish carpentry.

10. Conceal fasteners to greatest practical extent by placing in grooves of siding pattern or by concealing with applied trim or battens as detailed.

5. Install joint sealants

1. General: Comply with manufacturer's written installation instructions applicable to products and applications indicated unless more stringent requirements apply.

1. Do not install damaged components.

2. Install trim with minimum number of joints as is practical, using full-length pieces from maximum lengths of lumber available. Do not use pieces less than 36 inches long, except where necessary.

3.Use scarf joints for end-to-end joints.

4. Stagger end joints in adjacent and related members.

5. Fit exterior joints to exclude water.

6. Cope at returns and miter at corners to produce tight-fitting joints, with full- surface contact throughout length of joint.

7. Plane backs of casings to provide uniform thickness across joints, where necessary for alignment.

8. Where face fastening is unavoidable, countersink fasteners, fill surface flush, and sand unless otherwise indicated.

6. GUTTERS

1. Existing gutters, downspouts, fasteners, brackets, and hangers will be removed and saved to be reinstalled when appropriate. If any components or materials are damaged and cannot be reused it is at the cost to the contractor to replace the component.

2. Contractor will assure gutter and downspout system is draining properly free of leaks, standing water, and that all components are secured properly. Reinstallation of gutters and downspouts will be of same layout and design of current gutters and downspouts.

7. ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

1. Remove damaged, improperly installed, or otherwise defective materials and replace with new materials complying with specified requirements.

2. Clean finished surfaces in accordance with manufacturer's written instructions and maintain in a clean condition during construction

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7. PAINTING OF BUILDING

1. Paint all exposed replaced components to match existing building’s color and layout of the products removed. Apply paint per manufactures recommendations.

2. Use high quality acrylic exterior grade paint and apply two coats on all surfaces. Apply paint during weather and environmental conditions recommended by the manufacturer.

3. All overspray, drips, and painting of features not requiring paint will be the contractor’s responsibility to correct at no cost to the government.

4. Drop cloths, tape, and plastic sheeting will be used whenever possible to contain drips and overspray from unintentionally entering the natural environment.