Attachment C - Home Accessibility Modification Specifications (bjones) CS# 26-10.pdf

DIVISION OF REHABILITATION SERVICES

WORKFORCE & TECHNOLOGY CENTER

Carey M. Wright, Ed.D.

State Superintendent of Schools

Erikk D. Bonner, Ed.D.

Assistant State Superintendent for Rehabilitation Services

Maryland Department of Education (MSDE) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)

Specifications for Home Accessibility Modification

Client Address: 7850 Pine Boulevard, Lusby, Maryland 20657 Procurement Project Manager: Ms. Brittany Owens Field Counselor Name: Stephanie Applecamp (Prince Frederick DORS Office)

Brittany Owens, MBA + CMPO Business Services Coordinator Maryland State Department of Education Office of Procurement and Contract Management 200 W. Baltimore Street Baltimore, Maryland 21201 Tel: (O) 410-767-0035; (C) 410-204-4909

Ms. Pam Post Supervisor/ Contract Monitor Maryland State Department of Education Division of Rehabilitation Services 2301 Argonne Drive Baltimore, MD 21218 Tel: 410-554-9223

2301 ARGONNE DRIVE | BALTIMORE, MD 21218 410-554-9100 | 888-200-7117 | 443-842-6138 VP dors.maryland.gov

Home Accessibility Modification Specifications

DORS CS# 26-10

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September 2026

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 Procurement & Contracting Requirements

Section 000100 Bidding Requirements/Scope of Work

DIVISION 01 General Requirements

Section 010000 General Requirements

DIVISION 02 Existing Conditions, Demolition and Excavations

Section 020700 Selective Demolition

DIVISION 03 Concrete (Not Used)

DIVISION 04 Masonry

DIVISION 05 Metals

(Not Used)

DIVISION 06 Wood, Plastics, and Composites

Section 061000 Rough Carpentry

DIVISION 07 Thermal and Moisture Protection

(Not Used)

DIVISION 08 Openings

Section 087113 Automatic Door Operator

DIVISION 09 Finishes

Refer to Appendix II – Floor Transition Strips

DIVISION 10 Specialties Refer to Appendix II – Shower Enclosure and Toilet Accessories

DIVISION 11 Equipment

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DIVISION 12 Furnishings

DIVISION 13 Special Construction (Not Used)

DIVISION 14 Conveying Equipment (Not Used)

DIVISION 16 Electrical

Appendix - I Construction Drawings and Photographs

Appendix – II Select Project Cutsheets

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DIVISION 00- Procurement & Contracting Requirements:

Section 000100 – Bidding Requirements

1.0 There is a Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 11:00 am at

7850 Pine Boulevard, Lusby, Maryland 20657.

Please be sure to follow the Pre-Bid Conference instructions found in Section VII of the “Request for Quote.” All bid pre-submission questions and/or clarification requests should be in writing and sent to the Procurement Officer.

2.0 DORS Home Modification projects are subject to the BUILD AMERICA, BUY AMERICA ACT

(BABAA).

The Contractor must acknowledge that it understands and agrees that the infrastructure goods it is providing or acquiring under this Agreement are supported with Federal funds subject to the Build America, Buy America Act (BABAA). See Section 70912, the Build America, Buy America Act, the “Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act” (IIJA; P.L. 117-58). Under that provision, BABAA applies where Federal funding supports an infrastructure project as defined in Section 70912 of BABAA.

BABAA requires all of the iron and steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in the project to be produced in the United States (“Build America, Buy America Requirements”) including iron and steel, manufactured products, and construction materials provided by the Contractor pursuant to this Agreement.

The Contractor hereby represents and warrants to [Grantee Name] (a) the Contractor has reviewed and understands the Build America, Buy America Requirements, (b) all of the iron and steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in the project will be and/or have been produced in the United States in a manner that complies with the Build America, Buy America Requirements, unless a waiver of the requirements is approved, and (c) the Contractor will provide any further verified information, certification or assurance of compliance with this paragraph, or information necessary to support a waiver of the Build America, Buy America Requirements, as may be requested by [Grantee Name]. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, any failure to comply with this paragraph by the Contractor shall permit [Grantee Name] to recover as damages against the Contractor any loss, expense, or cost (including without limitation attorney’s fees) incurred by the Funding Authority resulting from any such failure (including without limitation any impairment or loss of funding, whether in whole or in part, from [Grantee Name] or any damages owed to [Grantee Name]).

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3.0 All work needs to conform to the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

(ADAAG) for Buildings and Facilities of 1990 as well as the new guidelines from 2010. Trade Codes and Local codes need to be adhered to, as well. Any conditions which produce doubt, on the part of the Contractor, about whether they will be able to comply with ADAAG, shall be brought to the attention of DORS immediately.

4.0 Special Note Regarding Drawings: When drawings are being used during this project and there is any doubt or inconsistency between the drawings and the specifications, it is the Contractor’s responsibility to request clarification in writing to the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager. The DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager’s clarification will be submitted to the Contractor before work is to begin or continue.

5.0 If there is a discrepancy between the requirements of the “Local Government Permitting Office” or other governing body and DORS specifications and/or drawings, the more stringent requirement is to be upheld.

6.0 Scope of Work (see Appendix II for product cut sheet information)

6.1 Remove the existing threshold at the main entry door and replace it with an ADA compliant ¼”

H x 5” W x 3’-0” L aluminum threshold.

6.2 Replace the existing main entry door hardware with an ADA compliant Lever type hardware and install an automated door opener on the main entry door. A Hager 3700 Series 3753 Grade 2 Fixed Cylinder Standard Interconnected Lock, Entry Double Locking Function, Lever type Archer hardware is recommended.

6.3 Install an automated door opener on the main entry door. Open Sesame is recommended; see specifications.

6.4 At the Living Room remove two-piece 1x wood plank serving as threshold separating the entry foyer ceramic tile area from the wood floor finish area of the living room. Replace the threshold separating the ceramic tile area from the wood floor area with a metal transition strip per the drawings.

6.5 At the Kitchen area, between the kitchen and the hallway connecting the bathroom and other living areas, replace a 1x wood threshold with a metal transition strip per the drawings.

6.6 The door into the bathroom is 2’-8” W x 6’-8”. Replace the doorknob type hardware with an ADA compliant Lever type privacy bathroom hardware.

6.7 Remove and dispose of the existing bathroom vanity that is 31” W x 22”D in size. Replace it with an ADA accessible wall hung bathroom sink.

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6.8 Install a 2’- 0” horizontal grab bar behind the toilet in the bathroom.

6.9 Remove and dispose the existing bathtub which is approximately 30” W x 59” L x 15” H. Replace the bathtub with a roll-in shower of the same size and replace the existing faucets with ADA compliant faucets.

6.10 Install a 2’- 0” vertical grab bar on the left and right-side wall of the new roll-in shower, and a 2’-6” horizontal grab bar on the long wall side of the new shower. The grab bars shall be as manufactured by ASI or Bradley.

6.11 The OT will recommend appropriate shower chair for use by the Consumer.

6.12 Repair/replace the bathroom floor to match or provide new ceramic tile floor throughout.

6.13 DORS shall Ensure that that the Consumer obtains the Homeowner’s Association (HOA) approval of the design prior to DORS bidding of the specified work.

6.14 The Contractor shall obtain building permits from Calvert County, Maryland prior to the commencement of the construction.

6.15 All contractors and trades to be used on this project must be Calvert County, Maryland certified contractors.

6.16 Touch paint all affected areas during the home modification work.

6.17 Inspect all installed work meeting the provisions of the project manual (drawings and specifications) and commission the installed automated door opener and all work.

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DIVISION 01- GENERAL:

Section 010000

General Requirements

A. This section specifies guidelines for the interaction of Contractors with the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) and its consumer (Homeowner). For the purposes of this project DORS is considered the Project Owner and acting on behalf of the homeowner. This section defines the agency’s role in exercising due diligence on behalf of the consumer and the Maryland Department of Education in the planned home modification as delineated in the drawings and specifications.

Contractor must notify homeowner prior to any site visit and/or site work.

Note: All Items Below Shall be Considered as Being Part of –DIVISION 1: GENERAL and shall be included in Contractor’s bid for this section.

1. All prospective bidders are highly encouraged/required to attend the virtual pre-bid conference and in-person site-visit, and familiarize themselves with all requirements for the project. The DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager will be present to answer any construction-related questions. Persons recommended to be in attendance: Contractor Project Manager, Contractor Project Site Foreman, specified equipment System Installer representative and electrician and/or other applicable tradesman. Failure to invite the above listed professionals to attend this meeting will not relieve the prime Contractor from complying with all requirements of these specifications at no additional cost to the State of Maryland.

This pre-bid conference is scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 11:00 am.

2. The Contractor is responsible for all construction means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures for all portions of the Work under the contract, including measurements and verification. The Contractor is responsible for seeking clarifications on any instructions, measurements, elevations, drawings, etc. found in these specifications and the attached drawings.

3. The Contractor shall survey the site and examine the drawings and specifications to determine the extent of the Work.

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4. The Contractor shall carefully check all dimensions prior to execution of the Work. Dimensions for items to be fit into the construction conditions at the job will be taken at the job and will be the responsibility of the Contractor. Failure to consult with stakeholders during this phase will not relieve the prime Contractor from complying with all requirements of these specifications at no additional cost to the State of Maryland.

5. Once the contract has been awarded, the Contractor shall attend a Post-Award Meeting to discuss DORS home modification process, ask questions, and obtain answers regarding the specifics of the contract, specifications, drawings, invoicing, and payments.

6. Once the contract has been awarded, the Contractor shall obtain building permit, electrical and any other applicable permits, for the work involved in this contract and forward copies of the permits to the DORS Contract Monitor, and the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager.

7. The DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager will arrange a Pre-Construction Meeting to take place at the work site. Persons required to be in attendance are DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager, Contractor Project Manager, Contractor Project Site Foreman, equipment Supplier/Installer, and consumer/homeowner. Subcontractors, carpenters, electricians, and other equipment installers should be invited and encouraged to attend by the Prime Contractor.

Failure of subcontractors to attend this meeting will not relieve the prime Contractor from complying with all requirements of these specifications at no additional cost to the State of Maryland. All participants at this meeting must be English speaking or have an interpreter for the non-English speakers.

8. The Contractor shall submit a draft milestone construction schedule that includes the different milestones within these specifications (e.g., application for permits and Miss Utilities, deployment to site, excavation, concrete preparation, etc.), as well as County and DORS inspection times. This draft schedule should be submitted to the agency architect, Pam Post (PamJ.Post@maryland.gov) 2 days prior to the Pre-Construction Meeting.

9. The Contractor shall submit updated schedules each time a milestone is not met or is met earlier than anticipated. These updated schedules should be emailed to Pam Post (PamJ.Post@maryland.gov).

10. The Contractor shall supply all expertise, labor, services, and materials needed for the successful completion of the project unless otherwise noted and stated in writing by DORS.

mailto:PamJ.Post@maryland.gov

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11. Unless otherwise noted in the drawing and other documents attached to each section of the project, the Contractor shall implement the construction of all of the elements mentioned in this project to satisfy all and any of the applicable sections of the 2021 International Building Code (IBC), 2021 International Residential Codes (IRC), National Electrical Code (NEC), ACI 318-14, ACI 306R-16 and ACI 301-16.

12. All work performed under this contract must be completed in accordance with all federal, state, and local codes and must also be Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant as spelled out in the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessible Guidelines (ADAAG). Any conditions which produce doubt, on the part of the Contractor, that compliance with the ADAAG can be achieved, shall be brought to the attention of DORS immediately. Any pre-existing conditions which prevent ADA compliance must be submitted to the DORS Contract Monitor and Agency Architect/Project Manager in writing through email.

13. Before the commencement of work on the site, the Contractor shall locate and protect all general reference points on the property and within the residence and take such steps as are necessary to prevent their dislocation or destruction. If and when these reference points are disturbed or destroyed the Contractor shall pay for and reestablish the reference points.

14. Working times are Monday – Friday from 8:00 to 5:00. There is to be no Work scheduled outside of these hours or on Federal and/or State Holidays. If other days or times are necessary, pre-approval from homeowner and DORS is necessary.

15. If Contractor uses staff and/or subcontractors that are not English speaking the Contractor must always provide an interpreter onsite. There must be a way to communicate in English with the homeowner, onsite construction management and workers at all times.

16. The contractor is required to give 24 hours’ notice to the homeowner before any workers arrive on their property at all times.

17. The Contractor and its subcontractors must wear company identification, at all times, on the project site.

18. The Contractor shall give a minimum of 48 hours’ notice to the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager, via email, prior to all required inspections as stated in Section E below.

19. Clean construction area on a daily basis.

20. Remove and haul away all construction related debris daily and dispose of it properly at the appropriate county/city dump site.

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21. The contractor will supply all materials unless otherwise noted.

22. All questions prior to the contract award should be directed to the MSDE Procurement Manager. Copy PamJ.Post@maryland.gov on all requests for clarifications and/or questions.

23. All construction-related questions after contract execution should be directed to the DORS

Agency Architect/Project Manager and Contract Monitor.

24. Proposed Change Orders must be submitted in writing to the DORS Contract Monitor and include any proposed changes in scope as well as any proposed changes in contract price or schedule. These proposed change orders require agreement of the consumer/homeowner, DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager, Office of Field Services (OFS) Program Project Manager, DORS Director of Administration and Finance Services (AFS), Contract Monitor and MSDE Procurement Officer, in writing. After all approvals have been obtained, change orders require a contract amendment by MSDE Procurement, as well as an amendment to our consumer’s Individual Plan for Employment (IPE) and a new/amended purchase authorization by the DORS counselor and OFS Program Project Manager.

B. Submittals to be Included with Bid:

1. List of Subcontractors (Attachment R in IFB) for approval.

2. Copy of licenses; State of Maryland General Contractor and/or Maryland Home Improvement License.

3. Where equipment is specified, Contractor must submit equipment Supplier and Installer’s Qualifications Statement from the equipment manufacturer approving the contractor to supply, install, test, commission and repair the equipment that is called for in these Specifications. This “Qualifications Statement” cannot be older than 6 months old.

4. If not already a DORS Approved Vendor, please submit an application

(https://dors.maryland.gov/crps/Pages/vendors.aspx) and all supporting documentation as indicated on the second page of the application along with the bid.

https://dors.maryland.gov/crps/Pages/vendors.aspx

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C. Submittals After Contract Award:

1. INSURANCE SUBMITTALS AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. The Contractor shall maintain, at a minimum, the insurance coverages outlined below, or any minimum requirements established by law if higher, for the duration of the Contract.

2. The following type(s) of insurance and minimum amount(s) of coverage are required:

a. Commercial General Liability - of $1,000,000 combined single limit per occurrence for bodily injury, property damage, and personal and advertising injury and $3,000,000 annual aggregate. The minimum limits required herein may be satisfied through any combination of primary and umbrella/excess liability policies.

b. Errors and Omissions/Professional Liability - $1,000,000 per combined single limit per claim and $3,000,000 annual aggregate.

c. Crime Insurance/Employee Theft Insurance - to cover employee theft with a minimum single loss limit of $1,000,000 per loss, and a minimum single loss retention not to exceed $10,000. The State of Maryland and the Division of Rehabilitation Services should be added as a “loss payee.”

d. Worker’s Compensation - The Contractor shall maintain such insurance as necessary or as required under Workers’ Compensation Acts, the Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, and the Federal Employers’ Liability Act, to not be less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence (unless a state’s law requires a greater amount of coverage). Coverage must be valid in all states where work is performed.

e. Automobile or Commercial Truck Insurance - The Contractor shall maintain

Automobile or Commercial Truck Insurance (including owned, leased, hired, and non-owned vehicles) as appropriate with Liability, Collision, and PIP limits no less than those required by the State where the vehicle(s) is registered, but in no case less than those required by the State of Maryland.

3. The State shall be listed as an additional insured on the faces of the certificates associated with the coverages listed above, including umbrella policies, excluding Workers’ Compensation Insurance and professional liability. The “Certificate Holder” shall be identified as:

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Pamela Post, DORS Contract Monitor 2301 Argonne Dr.

Baltimore, MD 21218

4. All insurance policies shall be endorsed to include a clause requiring the insurance carrier to provide the Procurement Officer, by certified mail, not less than 30 days’ advance notice of any non-renewal, cancellation, or expiration. The Contractor shall notify the Procurement Officer in writing if policies are cancelled or not renewed within five (5) days of learning of such cancellation or nonrenewal. The Contractor shall provide evidence of replacement insurance coverage to the Procurement Officer at least 15 days prior to the expiration of the insurance policy then in effect.

5. Any insurance furnished as a condition of the Contract shall be issued by a company authorized to do business in the State.

6. The recommended awardee must provide current certificate(s) of insurance with the prescribed coverages, limits and requirements set forth in this section within five (5) Business Days from notice of the recommended award. During the period of performance for multi-year contracts, the Contractor shall provide certificates of insurance annually to MSDE Procurement, or as otherwise directed by the Contract Monitor.

7. The Contractor shall require any subcontractors to obtain and maintain comparable levels of coverage and shall provide the Contract Monitor with the same documentation as is required of the Contractor.

OTHER SUBMITTALS AFTER CONTRACT AWARD:

1. The Contractor shall submit, via email, to the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager and

DORS Contract Monitor, all construction-related clarifications on these specifications and scope of work.

2. The Contractor shall email a copy of all permits to the DORS Contract Monitor and the DORS

Agency Architect/Project Manager, within 3 days after the start date stipulated in the executed contract.

3. The Contractor shall submit a draft of their schedule of work and payments (Schedule of Values) for review and approval by the DORS Contract Monitor and the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager, at least 2 days before the Pre-Construction Meeting.

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4. The Contractor shall submit the Product Data for the specified equipment that will be used for this project. The equipment Manufacturer Data Sheets must be submitted to the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager within 1 week after the Pre-Construction Meeting:

a. Draft Shop Drawings from the Manufacturer: Provide a complete layout of the equipment detailing dimensions and clearances, as required.

b. Preparation instructions and recommendations

c. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations

d. Installation methods

D. Project Record Documents:

1. Maintain, on site, one set of the following record documents:

a. Permits

b. Drawings

c. Specifications

d. Contract Addendums

e. Change Orders

f. Reviewed and Approved Shop Drawings and Equipment Data Sheets

g. Equipment manufacturer's instruction for assembly, installation, and adjusting

h. Warranties

E. Inspections and Payments

1. Inspections:

a. The Contractor must call for an inspection at all milestones indicated in the specifications below. If Contractor covers up work that requires an inspection the Contractor will be fully responsible to expose work covering any area that should have been inspected prior to covering the area.

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b. The Contractor shall email the DORS Agency Architect and DORS Contract Monitor 48 hours in advance to schedule an inspection upon completion of the installation of the automatic door operator.

c. The Contractor shall email the DORS Agency Architect and DORS Contract Monitor 48 hours in advance, to schedule the final inspection after all permits have been closed out and all work is completed.

d. These inspections do not replace any inspection which may be required by the local government permit office or other governing body.

e. If there is a discrepancy between the requirements of the “Local Government Permitting Office” or other governing body and DORS specifications and/or drawings, the more stringent requirement is to be upheld.

f. All permits must be closed out prior to the final inspection. Copies of Closed-Out Permits shall be forwarded to the DORS Contract Monitor and the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager prior to scheduling the final inspection.

g. For the Automatic Door Opener commissioning, the following individuals shall be present: Consumer and caretaker (if applicable), homeowner if different than the consumer, DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager, Prime Contractor, Equipment Installer, DORS Counselor and/or Supervisor and the Occupational Therapist (OT).

During the commissioning of the Door Opener the consumer and their caretaker, if applicable, will be trained on how to use the equipment and will demonstrate comfort and competence in using it.

h. The Contractor shall assemble, bind, and submit, to the homeowner, one copy of all shop drawings, installation manuals and maintenance instructions for the equipment and for all other specification Divisions that require maintenance of mechanical equipment associated with the project. These documents will be submitted to the homeowner at Door Opener Commissioning.

i. All of the above documents submitted to the owner at the equipment commissioning should be scanned as a PDF file and then emailed to the DORS Contract Monitor.

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2. Invoicing and Payments:

a. The period of time from the date of Contract Commencement through the “Go-Live Date” will be considered the Contract “Start-up Period.” During the Start-up Period the Contractor shall perform start-up activities that are necessary to enable the Contractor to begin the successful performance of Contract activities as of the “Go-Live Date.” No compensation will be paid to the Contractor for any activities it performs during the Start-up Period

b. As of the Go-Live Date contained in the “Notice to Proceed” the Contractor shall perform all activities required by the Contract, including the requirements of this solicitation, for the compensation described in its Bid and schedule of work and payments.

c. As of the “Notice to Proceed” (NTP) the Contractor may request payment of, up to, the amount of money spent on procuring the Automated Door Opener from the supplier. A receipt of such payment must be submitted to DORS along with the Contractor’s invoice.

d. The Contractor may submit invoices for Work that has been inspected and approved by

DORS. These invoices would be considered “Partial Invoices.” Payment of these invoices cannot be approved and processed without a successful inspection by the DORS Agency Architect/Project Manager.

e. Contractor may submit a “Partial Invoice” for the down payment of the equipment to be installed if submitted with the “Paid Invoice” from the manufacturer.

f. All invoices shall be submitted on the DORS approved “Certificate of Payment,” signed by

Contractor, and submitted via:

a. Portal: Submit ONLY one consumer invoice and report at a time. You may find the

Portal by clicking on this link: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5681670/DORS- Invoice-Reports-Portal-062520

Important Portal Information: In order for your invoice to get processed you must follow the directions below:

Portal Address: https://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/5681670/DORS-Invoice-Reports- Portal- 062520

Below are the instructions for each page of the survey. Be sure to follow them carefully.

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The first page of the portal provides instructions and guidance on using the portal.

Click “Next” to progress through the portal.

Select the first letter of the vendor’s name. Look for and select the vendor’s name from the drop-down list.

Leave it blank if the vendor’s name was on the list. If the vendor’s name was NOT on the drop-down list, type your vendor’s name into the provided space.

Blank. Click NEXT.

Type in:

• Your name.

• Your email address.

• Additional email addresses (if desired).

• Consumer’s first name [can be found on the Authorization for Purchase.

Outlined in purple in the Sample Authorization below].

• Consumer’s last name [outlined in purple in the Sample Authorization below].

• DORS Counselor name: Type “Pam Post” in that space; not the DORS counselor

• Select whether you are sending an invoice and report, just a report, or just an invoice.

• Authorization Number [outlined in green in the Sample Authorization below].

• Case Number [outlined in pink in the Sample Authorization below].

• Select the DORS Office – Always scroll all the way down the list of offices and choose “Workforce and Technology Center;” not the DORS Office location that you see on your authorization. If you choose the DORS Office on the Authorization, we will not receive your invoice, and it will not be processed.

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Verification page. Verify both the information you have typed, and the selected DORS office location (Workforce and Technology Center) are correct.

Page 7: Security Question page. You are asked what type of service DORS provides. The answer is “vocational rehabilitation.” Type this in all lower-case letters.

If you answer the security question correctly, you will see this page and it should say “Correct.” If you answer incorrectly, you will be taken back to the beginning of the survey, and all the information entered will be lost.

Files upload page. Select which files to upload. Add any comments to the person processing the documents.

Confirmation page, with the option to download and print all the information entered into the portal. Clicking “NEXT” submits the documents and message.

“Thank You” page. Either close the tab or click the link to enter another invoice and report. If there are comments, feedback, or issues, please click the dors.portalfeedback@maryland.gov email address to send a message.

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g. The Contractor may submit an invoice, for final payment, after a successful DORS final inspection, commissioning of installed equipment and when all documentation has been received by DORS and the consumer. The final invoice shall be submitted via the DORS portal as described above.

F. Warranty of Work Executed by the Contractor:

1. All parts, labor, maintenance, and associated costs will be warranted for a minimum of Two (2) years from the date of the project commissioning”. Bids shall include this warranty.

G. Quality Assurance:

1. The Contractor remains responsible for tests and inspections specified and as necessary to provide quality assurances associated with the project.

2. At the conclusion of all work on this project the Contractor shall assemble, bind, and submit one copy of all shop drawings, installation manuals and maintenance instructions for all other specification divisions that require the maintenance of the supplied equipment associated with the project to the homeowner.

3. An electronic PDF file of the installed equipment that includes specifications and drawings of the equipment as well as the model and serial number, should also be submitted to DORS.

H. Project Site, Equipment and Homeowner Protection During Construction:

1. The Contractor shall protect the owner and owner’s belongings from construction debris and traffic.

2. The Contractor shall provide temporary and removable protection in order to prohibit traffic and to control activity and bodily harm within the Work area.

3. The Contractor shall provide the DORS consumer/homeowner access to one of their bathrooms and food within their kitchen area. If Contractor needs to block off the bathroom and/or kitchen for more than an hour, the consumer should be given a minimum of 48 hours to make other arrangements that would allow them to have a bathroom and access food.

4. Touch-up any damage/rust on painted metal finishes, repair, or replace damaged products prior to Commissioning the equipment.

5. Except for materials indicated to remain on Resident’s property, all cleared materials shall become Contractor's property and shall be removed from the site on a daily basis.

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6. The Contractor shall not stockpile any construction debris on the site and the site shall be cleaned on a daily basis.

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DIVISION 02-EXISTING CONDITIONS, DEMOLITION AND EXCAVATIONS

Section 020700 Selective Demolition

A. General Note: All Items Below Shall be Included in Bidder’s Cost Proposal.

This section specifies demolition and removal of part of the consumer’s residence needed to accommodate the planned residential modification as delineated in the pictures and plans provided with this scope of work. Contractor must notify homeowner prior to any site visit and/or site work. Items included in this part of the scope of work include but not limited to:

1. Demolish, remove, and dispose of the existing raised thresholds between Living room and foyer, Kitchen and hallway, Bathroom and hallway, and at main entry door.

2. Demolish, remove, and dispose of the plumbing fixtures as indicated in the drawings.

3. Prepare all spaces to receive new work

B. Protection:

In the execution of the work outlined in this section, the Contractor shall provide expertise, labor and services needed and necessary to:

1. Eliminate hazards to persons in the residence and neighboring properties.

2. Minimize interference with other parts of the property that are not affected by this demolition exercise.

C. Preparation:

The Contractor, in preparing for the commencement of demolition of the identified items shall:

1. Protect the areas, walls, and floor affected by this work.

2. Maintain and protect all areas of the residence that are located within the work area.

D. Demolition:

1. Demolish and remove only items identified for replacement in the specification.

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DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES:

SECTION 061000

ROUGH CARPENTRY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01

A. The extent of rough carpentry work is shown on the drawings or as required to install specified systems such as grab bars, etc. This type of work includes, but is not necessarily limited to, the following:

1. Wood framing, sheathing.

2. Nailers, blocking.

1.02 Quality Assurance

A. Lumber Grading Rules and Wood Species shall comply with PS 20.

B. Grading rules of following associations apply to materials furnished under this section:

1. Southern Pine Inspection Bureau (SPIB).

2. Western Wood Products Association (WWPA).

C. Grade Marks: Official grade marks shall be used to identify lumber and plywood.

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2.01 Materials

A. Lumber shall be Surface four sides (S4S), unless specified otherwise. Comply with dry size requirements of PS 20; Moisture content: 15% maximum.

B. Framing lumber shall be kiln-dried.

1. Light framing: 2" to 4" thick, 4" and narrower: Standard Grade Yellow Pine or Douglas Fir.

2. Blocking, bracing, and nailers: Utility grade, Yellow Pine, or Douglas Fir.

3. Structural light framing, 2 in. to 4 in. thick, 6" and wider: #2 Yellow Pine or Douglas Fir.

4. Boards: 1 in. to 2 in. thick, #3 Common Yellow Pine or #3 Douglas Fir.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 Inspection

A. Contractor shall verify that surfaces to receive carpentry materials are prepared to required grades and dimensions.

3.02 Installation - Rough Carpentry

A. Fasteners

Use common wire nails, except as otherwise shown or specified herein. Use finishing nails for exposed finish work. Select fasteners of size that will not penetrate members where opposite side will be exposed to view or will receive finish materials. Make tight connections between members. Install fasteners without splitting wood; predrill as required. Do not drive threaded friction type fasteners; turn them into place. Tighten bolts and lag screws at installation and retighten as required for tight connections prior to closing in or at completion of work.

1. Provide washers under bolt heads and nuts in contact with wood.

2. Use hot dip galvanized nails and fastenings in exposed and unprotected locations.

END OF SECTION 061000 (ROUGH CARPRENTRY)

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DIVISION 08 – DOORS AND WINDOWS

Section 08 71 13 Automatic Door Operators

A. General: This section specifies the details of work required for the installation of an automatic door opener that is a part of the planned residential modification of the consumer’s residence. In the execution of this part of the scope the contractor shall furnish expertise, materials, equipment, and labor needed for proper installation an ADA compliant automatic door opener on the operable section of the entrance door. DORS preferred operator shall be Open Sesame Door Operator Model

133. The contractor may seek DORS approval for any other door operator that meets or exceeds the specified door opener specified in this section.

B. Quality Standards and Assurance: The door opener installation when completed shall meet or exceed ANSI/BHMA A156.19 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) UL standard for automatic low energy operators. The installer of the opener must be authorized by the manufacturer of the door opener and trained for the installation and maintenance of units installed for this Project.

C. Manufacturer Certification: The contractor shall submit to DORS the certification from the manufacturer that the door openers meet the designed performance criteria in accordance with the following standards:

1. ANSI A156.10.

2. NFPA 101.

3. UL 325 Listed (Fire Door Operator)

4. ICBO (UBC Standard 10-1).

D. Submittals: The contractor shall submit, to DORS, for approval the following:

a. Automatic door operator manufacturer details and specifications

E. Emergency-Exit Door Requirements: The installed automatic opener, when completed, must comply with the requirements of all authorities having jurisdiction for swinging automatic entrance doors serving as a required means of egress.

F. Project conditions: The contractor shall verify openings that will receive the automatic door operators by field measurements before the commencement of the procurement and installation of the device. In addition, the Contractor shall verify that all surfaces are plumb, straight, secure and of sufficient stability to receive the opener and the accessories associated with the smooth operation of the openers.

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G. Door Opener Mode of Operation: The contractor shall install an automatic door opener on the door identified.

a. Automatic door opener shall be side load swing door system.

b. The automatic door shall be powered using the existing power socket nearest to the door.

The existing outlet when tapped onto, shall be identified, and labeled on the house electrical distribution box.

c. Swing operator shall open door by energizing motor and shall stop door by electrically reducing voltage and stalling motor against mechanical stop.

d. Door shall close by means of spring energy, and closing force shall be controlled by gear system and with motor being used as a dynamic brake without power.

e. The opener shall be activated primarily by surface mounted keypad and a secondary Microwave Motion Sensor.

f. The system shall operate as a manual door control in the event of power failure. Manual operation shall require less than 15 lbs. force applied to door lock stile.

g. Opening and closing speeds shall be adjustable.

h. Hold open time shall be adjustable from 1-60 seconds.

i. Door operation shall not require any fluids or gases under pressure to be used in the opening and closing of door.

H. Components Housing: Operator housing shall be fabricated from aluminum casing or any other metal alloy acceptable to DORS. The hinge housing cover shall be removable to allow for easy access to the serviceable part of the device.

I. Swing operation: Swing Door Operator shall be completely assembled, sealed, and tested unit.

Attached to transmission system shall be a DC permanent magnet motor with sealed ball bearings.

Motor shall operate from 115-volt supply and require less than 3 amps at full power stall. Complete unit shall be resilient mounted with provisions to easily adjust/replace the motor and gearbox without removing door from pivots or frame.

J. Electrical control: Door opener electrical control shall be achieved with a solid-state microprocessor unit. The microprocessor control shall allow the opening speed, closing speed, back check, and latch check speed each to be adjusted separately and independently from each other to meet specific site conditions. Adjustable opening and closing speeds shall be set in accordance with ANSI A156.19. Control shall include time delay, Push-N-Go functionality, and sequential mode operation.

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K. Connecting Hardware: Outswing doors shall be connected to operator by a two-piece drive arm with self-aligning rod ends and connecting door bracket for push-type operation. Inswing drive arm shall ride in a track fabricated of acceptable metal alloy attached to the door rail for pull-type operation. To allow for durability and easy serviceability, the door shall not pivot on shaft of operator.

L. Inspection: The Contractor, prior to the execution of the installation of the opener, shall examine conditions for compliance with requirements for installation tolerances, header support, and other conditions affecting performance of swinging automatic entrance doors. The contractor shall correct all defects before installing the automatic door opener.

M. Qualification of the Installers: Automatic door equipment shall be installed by certified and factory-trained installers in compliance with ANSI A156.19, manufacturer’s recommendations, and approved shop drawings. The contractor’s trained installer shall test and inspect each swinging automatic entrance door to determine compliance of installed systems with applicable ANSI standards.

N. Adjustment and Training of End User:

The contractor shall adjust door operators, controls, and hardware for smooth and safe operation, for weather-tight closure, and compliance with the requirements in ANSI/BHMA A156.10. The Contractor upon the completion of the door opener installation shall train the homeowners on the proper operation, use and care of the system.

O. Warranty: This work shall be warrantied for a minimum of two years

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DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL

General Note: All electrical work executed to support the installation of the Automated Door Opener shall be connected to a residential power source that supplies 120 Volts 15-amp electricity.

END OF SPECIFICATIONS