B08_Attachment_3_-_Specifications.pdf

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park PMIS 345550 White Pass Visitor Center Furnace

(1) and White Pass Administrative Building Furnaces (2) Replacements

KLGO 345550 Division 1 Specifications

DIVISION 1 SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

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

1.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. Processing Time: Allow 14 days from when the Contracting Officer’s Representative receives a submittal by email from the Contractor. When the submittal review is completed an e-mail notification will be sent to the Contractor. No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to transmit submittals enough in advance of the Work to permit processing, including re-submittals.

B. Approved Equals:

1. For each item proposed as an “approved equal,” submit supporting data, including:

- Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified.

- Name, address, and telephone number of vendor.

- Manufacturer’s literature.

C. Electronic Submittals: Transmit all submittals except color samples in .pdf format with form DSC-16. Standard submittals shall be legible when printed at 8.5x11 size. All shop drawings must be legible when printed at 11x17 size if appliable.

D. Identification: Submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

1. Submittal number shall use a sequential number (e.g., .001). Re-submittals shall include an alphabetic suffix after another decimal point (e.g., .001.A).

E. Re-submittals: Make re-submittals using the same process used with the initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in the title block on the CM-16E and clearly indicate the extent of revision.

3. Re-submit submittals until they are marked “Approved” or “Approved with notations”.

PMIS 345550 White Pass Visitor Center Furnace (1) and White Pass Administrative

Building Furnaces (2) Replacements

1.3 CONTRACTING OFFICER’S ACTION

A. General: Submittals will be disapproved without technical review if identification information is missing, not filled in, or if placed on the back of the submittal; an incorrect format of submittals is provided; the transmittal form is incorrectly filled out; submittals are not coordinated; or submittals do not show evidence of Contractor’s approval.

1. Any work done or orders for materials or services placed before approval shall be at the Contractor’s own risk.

B. Action Submittals: Contracting Officer will review each submittal, generate comments on corrections or modifications required, and indicate the appropriate action on the CM- 16E Transmittal Form. The submittal will be marked in one of three ways as defined below:

1. APPROVED: Acceptable with no corrections.

2. APPROVED WITH NOTATIONS: Minor corrections or clarifications required. All comments are clear, and no further review is required. The Contractor shall address all review comments when proceeding with the work.

3. DISAPPROVED - RESUBMIT: Rejected as not in accordance with the contract or as requiring major corrections or clarifications. The Contracting Officer will identify the reasons for disapproval. The Contractor shall revise and resubmit with changes clearly identified.

1.4 SAFETY

A. Contractor shall have a safety program that meets all federal, state, and local requirements.

B. Equipment or tools not meeting OSHA requirements will not be allowed on the project.

Comply with contract clause entitled "Accident Prevention". In case of conflicts between Federal, State, and local safety and health requirements, the most stringent shall apply.

Failure to comply with the requirements of this section and related sections may result in suspension of work.

C. Conditions Present for Project.

1. Asbestos tests for were conducted in 2024 of the tape used to seal existing ducting. Tests results were negative for the presence of asbestos.

D. Qualifications of Employees:

1. All employees must be physically qualified and able to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner.

2. Do not allow employees to perform work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of prescription or illegal drug use, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

3. Operators of vehicles, manlifts, etc. shall be able to understand signs, signals, and operating instructions, and be fully capable of operating such equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment. Newly hired operators shall be individually tested by an experienced operator or supervisor to determine if they are capable

PMIS 345550 White Pass Visitor Center Furnace (1) and White Pass Administrative

Building Furnaces (2) Replacements of safely operating equipment.

E. ACCIDENT REPORTING: A project reportable accident is defined as death, occupational disease, traumatic injury to employees or the public, fires, and property damage by accident in excess of $100. Notify Contracting Officer immediately in the event of a reportable accident. Within 7 days of a reportable accident, fill out and forward to Contracting Officer an Accident/Property Damage Report (Form CM-22). Form may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

F. SAFETY MEETINGS

1. Prior to beginning work, have a safety meeting with all personnel and the COR to review the Accident Prevention Plan.

2. As a minimum, conduct daily 15-minute "toolbox" safety meetings.

G. FIRE AND LIFE SAFETY: Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). No smoking within 50 ft of buildings

1.5 SCHEDULE: Submit schedule for review and approval. Schedule must be submitted prior to the Notice to Proceed.

1.6 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA: Submit components of the system, servicing requirements, record drawings, inspection data, test reports, replacement part numbers and availability, location and contact information for service.

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PMIS 345550 White Pass Visitor Center Furnace (1) and White Pass Administrative Building Furnaces (2)

Replacements

HVAC Performance Specification

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE DESCRIPTION

A. Provide One (1) replacement furnace for the White Pass Visitor Center and two (2) replacement furnaces for the White Pass Administrative Building at Klondike Gold Rush NHP in Skagway, Alaska, ensure to keep as much ducting intact as possible as this will be reused. See SOW for a more detailed breakdown of description of tasks.

1.2 LOCATION

A. The White Pass Visitor Center and White Pass Administrative Buildings a r e located in Skagway, Alaska, on 102 Broadway St. and owned by the National Park Service (NPS), Klondike Gold Rush National Park (KLGO). For contracting information contact Ron Bunch. Email ronald_bunch@nps.gov or telephone number (907) 201-7791.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Equipment and materials shall be approved for their designed use and performance. The term

“approved” shall mean Underwrites Laboratories (UL) or Factory Mutual (FM) listed and acceptable to the approval authorities.

B. The term “COR” as used within this specification refers to the Contracting Officer’s Representative.

CODES AND STANDARDS

C. International Building Code Latest Adopted Edition.

D. International Fire Code Latest Adopted Edition.

E. International Mechanical Code Latest Adopted Edition.

F. NFPA 70, National Electric Code (NEC)

G. NFPA 31, Standard for the installation of Oil-Burning Equipment

H. ICC: International Mechanical Code (IMC)

1.5

REFERENCES

A. APPLICATION FOR CERTIFICATE OF FITNESS (state.ak.us)

B. Occupational Safety and Health Standards Index (alaska.gov)

1.6

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

A. All work shall be performed with extreme care to avoid damage to existing materials to remain or materials to be removed and reinstalled. Where “hot work” (open flame, grinding, welding, brazing, smelting) is required the Contractor shall apply for, and have on site at all times, a valid National Park Service hot work permit. ITM Hot Work Permit form HW-1

B. Provide a furnace with a input ratio and a Bonnet Capacity equal to existing furnaces. See attachment titled 1. Admin&VC_Furnace_Photos_PerformanceSpecs_Dimensions.pdf for the existing furnace Make/Model, Performance Specifications, Furnace Dimensions, and Supply/Return Ducting dimensions and clearances.

C. Fuel Pump shall be adjusted to fire at 145 PSI with appropriate GPM nozzle to meet Output mailto:ronald_bunch@nps.gov https://www.labor.state.ak.us/lss/forms/req-for-asbestos.pdf https://labor.alaska.gov/lss/forms/aa-stats-reg-pamp.pdf

BTU/hr for each replacement furnace. See attachment titled 1.Admin&VC_Furnace_Photos_PerformanceSpecs_Dimensions.pdf for the existing furnace Make/Model, Performance Specifications, Furnace Dimensions, and Supply/Return Ducting dimensions and clearances.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All work shall comply with the applicable requirements of this specification and the codes, standards, and entities identified in this specification, and applicable state and local codes.

B. Unless otherwise noted, this is substantially a "performance" specification.

C. Minimum qualifications of the contractor/subcontractor shall include the following:

1. Specialist Firm: Company specializing in Oil burning furnaces and HVAC, possessing a minimum of three years’ experience with systems similar in nature to the type specified herein.

2. Equipment and components: Bear the "UL" label or the "FM" approval marking.

3. Maintain a complete stock of replacement parts.

D. System testing: Installation and testing by a certified HVAC technician, in accordance with the

International Mechanical Code (IMC).

1.8 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

A. The Contractor shall provide furnaces with a output ratio to match existing furnaces.

B. Provide furnaces with industry leading numbers for efficiency and reliability.

C. Provide a furnace with a Beckett Burner unit, fuel pump shall be adjusted to fire at 145 PSI with appropriate Nozzle.

1.9 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit under provisions of Division 01.

B. Submit contractor’s qualifications, proof of 3 years’ experience under this contractor's firm name, and references for at least 3 projects in Alaska of similar type, size, and complexity.

C. Submit a copy of lead HVAC technician certification who will be on site.

D. Submit shop drawings and equipment specs for approval prior to procurement or installation.

E. Submit all written reviews and contractor responses to reviews to the COR.

1.10 MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

A. Submit under provisions of Division 01.

B. Provide 2 copies of each O&M manual.

C. Provide any revised drawings of changes preformed during construction, these changes must be approved by COR before work can be done.

1.11 REVIEWS, APPROVALS, AND PERMITS

A. Contractor shall submit for approval for any changes to the COR.

B. Comply with all review comments, revising the system as required, and resubmitting in a timely manner, so as not to hinder the construction schedule.

1.12 Obtain and pay for all required permits, inspections, tests, and approvals as required.

1.13 COORDINATION REQUIRED

1.14 The contractor shall examine the structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical and all other drawings relating to the building and plan his work accordingly. They shall check and verify all dimensions at the site before fabricating any portion of the system.

1.15 MATERIALS HANDLING AND STORAGE

A. Deliver, store, protect, and handle products to the site under provisions of Division 01. Deliver and store valves in manufacturer packaging with labeling in place. Prior to installation, piping onsite shall be wrapped with protective wrapping. Valves, piping, materials, and equipment shall be clean and new when system is accepted by the Government.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 GENERAL

A. Provide only new materials and equipment, which are standard products of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of HVAC equipment.

B. All products shall bear the "UL" label or "FM" listing and be specifically approved for Heating application where they are used.

C. Products shall be of domestic origin and manufacture.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FURNACE INSTALLATIONS

A. Install ducting to conserve building space and route ducting around access panels and openings.

ducting shall not restrict any access opening.

B. Install the furnaces in a manner that allows for ease of access to the room and ease of access to all maintenance panels.

C. Existing Tiger Loops and Fuel Filters can be repurposed as a cost savings measure.

D. Each furnace shall be installed with a electrical shut off switch mounted on the side of the furnace cabinet.

E. Ducting, the furnace and all auxiliary items should be installed with maintenance accessibility in mind.

F. Installation shall adhere to all minimum safe distance and adhere to all applicable ICC codes and any local codes for the city of Skagway.

3.2 SYSTEM TEST

A. All tests will be documented and done by a certified HVAC/Furnace technician.

B. 24-hour advance notice required for all tests including burner efficiency tests and duct balancing to allow Government's field representative to witness these tests.

3.3 COMMISSIONING

A. Starting Procedures: Follow manufacturer’s written procedures.

3.4 DUCT TESTING AND BALANCING

A. Test supply and return duct registers and adjust accordingly to meet or exceed design airflow rates listed in original rehabilitation drawings supplied by the government and provide a written balancing report. There is not a requirement to have a certified balancing subcontractor conduct the testing and balancing.

3.5 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

A. The contractor shall submit a written affidavit at the completion of the system, stating that the system as installed complies with all referenced codes and standards.

B. Furnish Written Guarantee to the Government, that materials installations are free from mechanical defects and guaranteeing to replace and repair any and all unsatisfactory and defective work and items, to the satisfaction of the Government, in a timely manner, for a period of one year after final acceptance of the building by the Government, and to be responsible for any damage caused to the premises for any such unsatisfactory work.

C. The contractor shall respond within reasonable time, not to exceed 15 days to repair or replace latent or hidden defects at such time as they are discovered.

D. Provide O & M manuals.

E. Provide a qualified representative to instruct the Government in use and maintenance of the system. Allow for two hours of instruction. Use the Record Drawings and Maintenance Manual to show the Owner the location and proper use of all points of manual operation.

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