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FORT SCOTT NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

FORT SCOTT, KANSAS

ROOF AND GUTTER REPLACEMENT

PMIS 245107

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

Nov 2023

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 - Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

DIVISION 02 – SITE WORK

Section 02 11 21 - Selective Demolition

DIVISION 06 – WOOD

Section 06 10 00 – Rough Carpentry

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 07 30 10 - Roofing Underlayment Section 07 31 29 - Wood Shingle Roofs Section 07 60 00 - Flashing, Sheet Metal, Gutters and Downspouts

PHOTOGRAPHS & DRAWINGS

Appendix A – Photographs

Appendix B – Map of Fort Scott National Historic Site

Appendix C – Drawings

Appendix D – Roof Gutter Expansion Joint

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SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Background: The work of this contract shall be performed on buildings, on the campus of the Fort

Scott National Historic Site, located on Old Fort Blvd., Fort Scott, KS. The historic site is approximately 90 miles south of Kansas City along U.S. Highway 69. The site office is located on site and is operated by the National Park Service. The goal of this project is to replace the roofs and gutters and downspouts on 10 buildings.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Fort Scott National Historic Site, located on Old Fort Blvd., Fort Scott, KS.

The historic site is approximately 90 miles south of Kansas City along U.S. Highway 69. The site office is located on site and is operated by the National Park Service.

B. Work consists of: All quantities are approximate; contractor shall verify all quantities.

a. HS-08 Post Hospital, approximately 240 lf of eave trough & 90 lf of downspout. (no roofing, just guttering, reroofed in 2018)

b. HS-10 Dragoon Stables, approximately 8500 sq ft roof surface, approx. 420 lf of eave trough & 100 lf of downspout.

c. HS-11 Post Headquarters, approximately 2400 sq ft roof surface, approx. 116 lf of eave trough & 50 lf of downspout.

d. HS-12 Carriage House, approximately 2400 sq ft roof surface, approx. 116 lf of eave trough & 50 lf of downspout.

e. HS-14 Carriage House, approximately 950 sq ft roof surface, approx. 76 lf of eave trough & 20 lf of downspout.

f. HS-30 Trade Shop, approximately 500 sq ft roof surface.

g. HS-31 Carriage House, approximately 625 sq ft roof surface.

h. HS-32 Carriage House, approximately 850 sq ft roof surface, approx. 30 lf of eave trough

& 15 lf of downspout.

i. HS-35 Stone Out-Building, approximately 300 sq ft roof surface.

j. HS-36 Stone Out-Building, approximately 300 sq ft roof surface.

k. Installing new roof on nine (9) buildings HS-10, HS-11, HS-12, HS-14, HS-30, HS- 31, HS-32, HS-35, & HS-36 including but not limited to:

1. Removal and disposal of existing cedar shingles, underlayment, and flashing.

2. Temporary removal, salvage and reinstallation of existing lightning protection system.

3. Selective replacement of deteriorated board roof sheathing/furring.

4. Installation of new pressure-impregnated with a fire-retardant polymer treated 24” cedar shingles, 30# felt underlayment, and

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5. Selective fascia replacement.

6. The quantities listed above are approximate.

l. Install roof ridge vent system on three (3) buildings: HS-10, HS-11, HS-12.

m. These buildings shall have a new roof installed and new aluminum gutters and downspouts: HS-10, HS-11, HS-12, HS-14, HS-32:

1. Removal and disposal of existing gutters and downspouts.

2. Installation of new aluminum gutters and downspouts matching the size shape and color of the existing components.

3. Provide all necessary elbows and attachments to include concrete splash blocks.

4. The quantities listed above are approximate.

n. Building HS-08: Remove and dispose of existing gutters and downspouts and install new aluminum gutters with downspouts matching the size shape and color of the existing components on building HS-08. Provide all necessary elbows and attachments to include concrete splash blocks. A new roof shall NOT be installed on this building, (HS-08). The quantities listed above are approximate.

C. All work will be performed under a single contract.

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 250 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed.

a. Clarification: The Notice to Proceed will be issued with a period of performance that is all inclusive of supply lead times, material deliveries, decommissioning, installation, anticipated average weather days for location, final commissioning, and acceptance of completed work. The contractor will be expected to provide a project schedule with adequate critical path details to ensure all work is completed within the stated calendar days from issuance of the Notice to Proceed. If weather impacts project beyond typical average weather patterns, contractor shall provide documentation in request for additional days.

1.3 Existing Condition Protections:

A. Preservation of Historical and Archeological Fabric:

i. The Historic and Archeological Data Preservation Act of 1974, provides for the preservation of historical and archeological data that might otherwise be lost as the result of alterations to the terrain caused by a federal or federally licensed activity or program.

ii. IF, in connection with operations under this contract, the Contractor, subcontractors, or employees of any of them, discovers, encounters or becomes aware of any possible historical or archeological data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts, the Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity of the discovery and notify the Contracting Officer immediately, when safe to do so, and follow up in writing within 2

Page | 5 days, giving the location and nature of the findings. No objects of cultural resource value may be removed. Contracting Officer will contact other entities as required.

iii. Where appropriate by reason of discovery, the Contracting Officer may order delays in the time of performance and/or changes in the work. If such delays and/or changes are ordered, the time of performance and contract price shall be adjusted in accordance with Changes clause.

iv. The Contractor will be responsible for protecting the cultural resources within and adjacent to the project area from damage. In addition, the Contractor will be liable for all damage to the cultural resources caused by their actions or the actions of their agents or representatives. The Contractor shall immediately notify the Contracting Officer or their representative if any damage occurs to any cultural resource and immediately suspend work in the area in which damage has occurred until authorized to proceed.

v. The Contractor agrees to include this language within all subcontracts.

B. The structure involved in the work of this Contract is a designated historic structure listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Every precaution shall be taken by the Contractor to prevent damage to existing historical materials, structural components of the building and to the surrounding area. Should any damage be incurred as a result of the Contractor’s operations at the site, it shall be repaired, or the damaged materials replaced in kind by the Contractor to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

i. Should Contractor’s operations or employees uncover or find any historic artifacts or archeological remains not specifically noted within the contract, the Contractor shall suspend operations at the site of discovery; notify the Contracting Officer immediately of the findings and continue operations in other areas outside a 50 foot radius of discovery.

C. Protection of Landscaping and Surrounding Structures: All Ground Disturbance at this project shall have oversite by an Owner provided Archeologist. Coordinate schedules as required.

The Contractor shall take all necessary measures to provide protection for all trees, fencing, walks and other landscape features and surrounding structures near the work site as noted with the contract. Any such surrounding features damaged, scarred or broken as a result of the Contractor’s operations at the site outside of agreed upon documented extents, shall be treated, repaired or replaced in kind to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer at no additional expense to the Government.

ITEM 2 – PROTECTING EXISTING UTILITIES

2.1 Protecting Existing Utilities: Notify Contracting Officer (CO), Contracting Officer’s Representative

(COR) and utility companies as required to request location services prior to and to coordinate any excavation/digging operations, and/or for demolition if within Scope of Work.

2.2 Contractor shall be responsible for locating and preventing damage to known utilities on site or indoors. If contractor damage occurs, alert CO and COR as soon as safely possible, and repair utility at no additional expense to the Government. If damage occurs to an unknown utility, contact CO and COR as soon as safely possible.

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

A. Notify CO and COR not less than two business days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 to 3 hours. Temporary provisions will be needed by the Contractor for periods longer than stated allowance or if required for critical systems as determined by COR.

ITEM 3 - CONTRACTOR’S USE OF PREMISES

3.1 Conduct of Operations: At all times the contractor shall conduct his operations in conformance with the rules and regulations promulgated by the Secretary of the Interior for the National Park Service, and applicable park rules and regulations prescribed by the Park Superintendent.

http://npshistory.com/publications/fosc/lrip-2016.pdf

A. Communications: Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer and COR with methods of communications including land and/or cell phone numbers (note some areas of work have limited service coverage), email and in case of emergency 24-hour contact options for duration of time operations.

B. No signs or advertisements (except those specified herein and as required for safety) shall be displayed on the construction site or within the park unless approved by the Contracting Officer.

C. Smoking is not permitted within any Federal building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

D. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public.

3.2 On-site work hours: Work shall be generally performed during normal business working hours of

7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated.

A. Work on Saturdays, Sundays, Federal holidays, early morning, or at night may not be performed without prior consent from the CO and COR. Submit requests for work outside of the stated normal business hours to the CO and COR for approval at least 48 hours in advance of the work.

The following Federal holidays are observed by the National Park Service:

New Year Day Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday Washington’s Birthday Memorial Day Juneteenth National Independence Day Independence Day Labor Day

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Columbus Day Veterans Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day

B. Note: Any of the above holidays falling on a Saturday will be observed on the preceding

Friday; holidays falling on Sunday will be observed on the following Monday. The specific day that each holiday is recognized for each year can be found at the following site: Federal Holidays (opm.gov).

3.3 Contractor Use of Site:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to construction area as shown on the site plan in appendix B. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. Driveways and Entrances: Keep driveways, access roads, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances.

C. Do Not disturb site outside of noted disturbance area, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to:

D. Utilities

1. General: Cost or use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum as required.

2. Water Service: Water from existing water system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Use resources wisely and minimize waste of water. HS-10, HS-1, HS-2, HS-6 can provide water.

3. Electric Power Service: Electric power from existing system is available for use without metering and without payment of use charges. Provide connections and extensions of services as required for construction operations without any additional permit costs. Power may or may not meet your construction power tool requirements, provide generators if questionable. Use power in a resourceful manner and avoid excess power waste. HS-10, HS-1, HS-2, HS-6 can provide power.

4. Waste Operation:

a. Toilets: Contractor must provide toilets for contractor personnel, sufficiently lighted and ventilated toilet facilities in weatherproof, sight proof, handicap accessible (if required), sturdy enclosures with privacy locks. Coordinate with COR for approved location if not shown on attached site plan.

b. Waste Removal / Recycling: Contractor is responsible for removing all waste created by the project. Contractor shall recycle to the highest degree possible and empty dumpsters as necessary to avoid debris on site. Locate as shown on site plan or coordinated with COR.

E. Security and Protection facilities:

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1. Environmental Protection: Provide protection, operate temporary facilities, and conduct construction in ways and by methods that comply with state and federal environmental regulations and that minimize possible air, waterway, and subsoil contamination or pollution or other undesirable effects.

2. Cleaning of Equipment: The Contractor shall ensure that prior to moving on to the Project Area, all equipment, is free of soil, seeds, vegetative matter, or other debris that could contain or hold seeds. Ensure that all equipment has been pressure washed and is free of exotic species prior to start-up of operations and moving of equipment to Project Area.

Equipment shall be considered free of soil, seeds, and other debris when a visual inspection does not disclose such material. Disassembly of equipment components or specialized inspection tools are not required.

3. Tree and Plant Protection: Provide Tree Protection fence at drip line of trees impacted in construction area. Coordinate with COR. Restore damaged areas to original condition, repairing or replacing damaged trees and plants, at no additional expense to the Government.

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

c. Do not remove, injure, or destroy trees or other plants without prior approval. Consult with Contracting Officer Representative and remove agreed-on roots and branches that interfere with construction.

d. Do not fasten ropes, cables, or guys to trees.

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

4. Pest Control: Follow best practices to minimize attraction and harboring of rodents, roaches, and other pests and to perform extermination and control procedures at regular intervals so Project will be free of pests and their residues at project completion. Perform control operations lawfully, using environmentally safe materials.

5. Temporary Enclosures: Provide temporary enclosures such as snow fence as required for protection of construction in progress and completed, from access by visitors or staff, other construction operations, and similar activities.

6. Site Enclosure Fence: Before construction operations begin, furnish, and install portable six (6) foot tall chain link fencing in a manner that will prevent people and animals from easily entering site and or storage areas except by entrance gates.

a. Extent of Fence: As required to enclose portion determined sufficient to accommodate construction operations and storage.

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

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

d. Maintain security by limiting number of keys and restricting distribution to authorized personnel. Provide CO and or COR with one set of keys or utilize double lock with NPS lock.

7. Hot Work Permit: Submit HW-1 Hot work permit form and receive approval from COR prior to Hot work activities commencing on site.

3.4 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine Storage of materials and equipment to the project staging area noted on the plans/aerial. Specific storage units shall be provided by the contractor and exact location within staging area may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing. All storage units

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3.5 Preservation of Natural Features (Compliance Mitigations):

A. Original stone connecting walkways, curbs, drains, and outbuilding foundation are covered with a layer of sod to provide protection. Driving equipment across these areas may cause resource injury. No heavy equipment will be allowed on the north side of the buildings.

B. Bats pup from around June 1 through July 31. May roost in and around roofing. If work occurs during this time, and the bats are roosting and pupping in the project area, a monitor is needed to insure they do not become displaced and not pup or abandon pups. The bat species is the Northern Long-Eared Bat (Myotis septentrionalis), a listed species.

3.6 Hauling Restrictions: Contractor shall verify and be responsible for the path accessing the site and obtaining / maintaining all local, state and federal permits/licenses associated with hauling/road requirements and dumping of materials associated with the project.

3.7 Housekeeping:

A. Keep project neat, orderly, and in a safe condition at all times.

1. Dispose of waste materials and recycling legally outside the park. The contractor shall not use park dumpsters

2. Address Recycling: Government goal is to salvage and recycle as much nonhazardous construction waste as possible. Use sustainable methods to extent possible during this project, recycling material as is probable with local means. Maintain accurate documentary records for submittal of all recycled materials used including fly ash and slag cement.

3.8 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

A. New /Existing Buildings Unoccupied:

1. Contractor shall be responsible for and protect the entire facility and construction site from notice to proceed through final acceptance.

2. Government Occupancy of Completed Areas of Construction: Government reserves the right to occupy and to place and install equipment in completed areas of building, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. Such placement of equipment and partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the entire project.

a. Contracting Officer will prepare a Beneficial Occupancy letter for each specific portion of the Work to be occupied before Government acceptance.

b. Obtain a Certificate of Occupancy from the NPS before Government occupancy.

c. Before partial Government occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems shall be fully operational, and required tests and inspections shall be successfully completed.

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On occupancy, Government will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving occupied portions of building.

d. On occupancy, Government will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for occupied portions of building.

3.9 Photo Documentation:

A. Contractor must provide existing condition, progress, and completion photos. All photos shall be in focus, show maximum range of depth of field general photo and then close up detail photo as needed. Shall be in JPEG digital form and submitted preferably electronically by email or optional via CD-R Archival Gold or DVD-R Archival Gold media with printed labels and 8 mega pixels minimum within 7 days from time of taken or as approved by COR.

B. Existing Condition Images:

1. Before starting construction, take color, dated, digital images of project site and adjacent property/roads/etc. that may be impacted by construction activity/traffic. Include existing items to remain or be salvaged from different vantage points and with context for location identification.

C. Construction Progress Images:

1. Document all sub-surface work/ trenches etc. prior to backfill with photos covering enough overall field view to show location and then zoom in for details. (Locations and dimensions shall also be noted on as built drawing set.)

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc.

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

D. Completion Images:

1. Document all completed work within scope of work.

2. Maintain organized index for photos with date, description, etc..

3. Additional images as needed when questions or emergency situations occur. Submit within 24 hours.

3.10 Fire and Life Safety:

C. As a minimum, conduct one weekly 15 minute "toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman or supervisor and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Topics need to coincide with work scheduled for the following week. Document and submit meeting minutes to the CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

D. Comply with the requirements of NFPA 241 (Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations). Take all necessary precautions to prevent fire during construction. Provide adequate ventilation during use of volatile or noxious substances.

E. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturers and OSHA 29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements 1926 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration https://www.osha.gov/laws-regs/regulations/standardnumber/1926

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(osha.gov). Maintain readily available, on site, MSDS/Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for each chemical.

1. Immediately report all spills of hazardous materials to the CO, COR, and park.

2. Maintain a spill emergency response kit.

3. Train employees how to respond to a spill and use the emergency response kit.

3.11 Noise and Acoustics Management

A. Contractor shall not have personal radios or other media sources and they shall not be broadcast within NPS property.

B. Noise Control: Perform operations to minimize noise. Perform noise-producing work in less sensitive hours of the day or week as directed by the Contracting Officer or COR.

C. Repetitive and/or intermittent, high-level noise: N/A

ITEM 4 - COMMENCEMENT, PROSECUTION, AND COMPLETION

4.1 The Contractor shall commence work in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract.

Contractor shall coordinate and incorporate long lead and delivery time items within the schedule.

ITEM 5 - EXAMINATION OF THE SITE

5.1 All bidders are urged to visit the job site and examine existing conditions before submitting bids.

Contractors will be accountable for understanding existing conditions. No cost changes for items visible during site visit will be allowed.

ITEM 6 - ABBREVIATIONS

6.1 The list of abbreviations, standards and organizations which may be used in/referred within the

Construction Specifications or Special Provisions, may be found linked from the listed page below. On the home page, follow the link under “Contracting and Procurement” labeled “NPS Reference Standards.” https://www.nps.gov/orgs/1671/do-business-with-us.htm

ITEM 7 - ACCIDENT PREVENTION

7.1 Description: The work of this section consists of establishing and implementing an effective accident prevention program (APP) and providing a safe environment for all personnel and visitors.

7.2 Submittals:

A. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (APP): Submit a site-specific accident prevention (safety) plan. The Plan shall be written to comply with OSHA and project requirements (a generic plan is not acceptable) including but not limited to the following:

1. Name and qualifications of responsible supervisor to carry out the program.

2. First aid and rescue procedures.

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3. Training, both initial and continuing.

4. Outline of each phase of the work, the hazards associated with each major phase, and the methods proposed to provide for property protection and safety of the public, National Park Service personnel, and Contractor's employees. Identify the work included under each phase, with a Job Hazard Analysis (JHA)/Job Safety Analysis (JSA), etc. A sample JHA template may be provided upon request.

5. Planning for possible emergency situations, such as cave-ins, earthquake, explosions, fires, floods, power outages, slides, and windstorms. Such planning shall take into consideration the nature of construction, site conditions, and degree of exposure of persons and property.

6. Contractor to identify nearest location of medical facility for emergencies

7. Recognition that works will be performed in remote areas with limited communication or cell phone coverage if applicable.

8. Supplemental hazard specific plans may be required IAW 29 CFR 1926 or 1910.

B. Meeting and Inspection Reports: Safety Meetings: As a minimum, conduct 15 minute

"toolbox" safety meetings. These meetings shall be conducted by a foreman and attended by all construction personnel at the worksite. Submit a report of safety meetings and inspections to CO and COR within one day after the meeting and document the meetings on the daily reports.

7.3 Qualification of Employees:

A. Ensure that employees are physically qualified to perform their assigned duties in a safe manner to include operators of vehicles and equipment. Provide operating instructions for all equipment.

B. Do not allow employees to work whose ability or alertness is impaired because of drugs, fatigue, illness, intoxication, or other conditions that may expose themselves or others to injury.

7.4 Accident Reporting: The Contractor shall report all accidents to the CO and COR as soon as safely possible and assist the CO and COR and other officials as required in the investigation of the accident.

7.5 First Aid Facilities: Provide access to facilities for the number of employees and appropriate to the hazards associated with the types of ongoing construction work at the site.

7.6 Emergency Instructions: Post telephone numbers and reporting instructions for ambulance, physician, hospital, fire department, and police in conspicuous locations at the work site.

7.7 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): It is the Contractor's responsibility to require all those working on or visiting the site to wear necessary protective equipment at all times.

A. PPE must meet requirements of applicable ANSI standards. Selection shall conform to OSHA 29CFR 1926 Subpart E.

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B. A hard hat use area shall be designated by the Contractor. The hard hat area shall be posted by the Contractor in a manner satisfactory to the Contracting Officer.

C. All PPE will be serviceable at all times. At a minimum, maintain four sets of PPE including hard hats (for site visitors) and all other Accident Prevention Plan required equipment.

7.8 Hazardous Materials: It shall be the responsibility of all operators and contractors, functioning within the park to properly cleanup, mitigate and remediate if necessary, all unauthorized discharges of hazardous materials or non-hazardous chemical and biological products released from fleet and/or other support vehicles or stationary sources. Response shall be consistent with guidelines established by federal, state, and local regulations, and as outlined within the operator's Safety or Hazardous Materials Business Plan.

A. If a spill, leak, or other release occurs, the operator shall as soon as possible, without impeding cleanup, notify the local 911 Emergency Response, COR and or the National Park Service Emergency Dispatch.

ITEM 8 - PRECONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

8.1 If the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend. The Contracting Officer’s notification will include specific details regarding the date, time, and location of the conference, any need for attendance by subcontractors, and information regarding the items to be discussed. See Item 9.1C below.

ITEM 9 - SUBMITTALS

9.1 General Contracting Submittal Procedures:

A. General: Prepare and submit submittals required by individual Technical Specification Sections. Types of submittals are indicated in individual specific sections.

1. CM-16 Transmittal Form: All submittals shall be transmitted via electronic email using

National Park Service form CM-16 form. The form will be provided by the Contracting Officer. No action will be taken on a submittal item unless accompanied by the CM-16 transmittal form. Submit completed CM-16 forms to the CO and the COR

B. Submittal List: administrative required submittals are listed below in 9.1.C and does not include technical section submittal requirements included in each technical section.

C. Preconstruction Conference Submittal: Satisfactory evidence of liability insurance coverage and workman’s compensation, and any applicable bonds, must be submitted within 10 calendar days of Notice of Award. The following items are to be submitted prior to the Preconstruction Conference or as specified at the CO’s discretion. The timeline for the documents to be submitted will be addressed at the pre-construction conference for those items that were not received and approved prior. Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies if not resolved as directed.

Work shall not commence until written Notice to Proceed has been issued. Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of tentative date for the Pre-Construction Conference:

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1. Letter designating Project Superintendent.

2. Construction Schedule. (Must include shop drawings, procurement time including long lead time items, mobilization, trade work progression and completion at minimum.)

3. A comprehensive breakdown of the Schedule of Values.

4. Accident Prevention (Safety) Plan (see section 7 of this document).

5. A list of Subcontractors for this project.

6. Written statements from subcontractors certifying compliance with applicable labor standard clauses (SF1413).

7. Quality Control Plan.

8. List of Construction Permits. Include the following information for each permit:

a. Name of Permit.

b. The Agency(ies) with Jurisdiction issuing the permit.

c. Information required from the Government to complete the permit application.

9.2 Project Submittal Process (Shop Drawings, Product Data, and Samples): Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet and a list of required submittals is included in each technical specification or attached at the end of this document.

A. Shop Drawings: Indicate all coordinating materials and work impacting the installation coordination, connection details, anchorage requirements, hardware locations, and installation details and locations.

1. Submit Shop Drawings according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and two full size hardcopy documents to COR.

B. Product Data: Provide component construction and specification data sheets, anchorage requirements and any other product specific data.

1. Submit Product Data according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) to COR.

C. Samples: Submit 2 color samples 4” x 6” minimum in size for all product color selections.

Paint samples shall be actual paint finish drawdown for all project colors.

1. Submit Samples CM-16 Transmittal Form according to Part 9.1 of this section to include one digital file (.PDF or .TIF) and physical samples of actual material to COR.

D. For submittals specified above, forward submittals to Contracting Officer and COR at least 15 days before need for approval (depends on length of project).

E. After approving submittals, Contracting Officer and/or COR will return one copy to the

Contractor. If submittals are not approved, Contracting Officer will return all copies to Contractor with reasons for rejection. Resubmit, identifying changes. Any work done before approval shall be at Contractor's own risk.

9.3 Approved Equals: All brand names noted are subject to ‘or equal’ products. If an item in this solicitation is identified as “brand name or equal” or lists more than 1 manufacturer, the description of the proposed item must reflect the characteristics and level of quality that will

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

1. Drawings and samples as appropriate.

2. Comparison of the characteristics of the proposed item with that specified and with the salient characteristics provided.

3. Changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

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

5. Manufacturer’s literature regarding installation, operation, and maintenance, including schematics for electrical and hydraulic systems, lubrication requirements, and parts lists.

Describe availability of maintenance service, and state source of replacement materials.

B. A request for approval constitutes a representation that General Contractor:

1. Has investigated and shall provide documentation in request showing that the proposed item is equal or superior in all respects to the salient characteristics specified.

2. Will meet or exceed warranties for the proposed item specified.

3. Has determined that the proposed item is compatible with interfacing items.

4. Will coordinate the installation of an approved item and make all changes required in other elements of the work because of the substitution.

5. Waives all claims for additional expenses that may be incurred as a result of the substitution.

C. Approved Equals will be evaluated and approved/disapproved during the submittal process.

9.4 Schedule of Values: Submit the Schedule of Values a minimum of one week prior to the

Preconstruction Conference for COR review. Schedule of Values shall include defined work line items with cost break downs including labor, material, and equipment for COR approval.

9.5 Progress Reporting: The initial Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values are required a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. After the Notice to Proceed is issued and after on-site work begins, progress will be documented via daily logs and by providing an updated Construction Schedule and Schedule of Values when requested, but minimally with each pay application. Submit digital copy electronically (PDF preferred) of all required documents.

Construction Schedules are normally in bar chart form and indicate estimated starting and completion dates for each part of the work. For a pay application to be reviewed and processed in a timely manner, the following information must either be submitted prior to or accompany submission of the pay application:

A. Daily/weekly progress reports during construction as part of the administration process.

B. Updated Schedule of Values: Breakdown each lump-sum item into component work activities used in the schedule, for which progress payments may be requested. The Schedule of Values will form the basis for payment. The work activities broken out within the schedule of values shall be integrated into and made a logical part of the construction baseline schedule

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ITEM 10 – TEMPORARY SERVICES

10.1 It is the Contractor’s responsibility to provide temporary services, equipment, tools, and skilled labor as required for the chosen means and methods to perform the work in accomplishing this Contract.

ITEM 11 - PROJECT CLOSEOUT

11.1 Description: The work of this section consists of final cleanup, closeout submittals, final inspection procedures working toward Final Acceptance.

11.2 Cleaning: Remove all tools, equipment, surplus materials, and rubbish. Move attic stock to location coordinated with COR. At time of final inspection, project shall be thoroughly clean and ready for intended use. Inspector holds the right to reschedule if project is not ready for inspection.

11.3 Completion and Final Inspection: Contractor shall submit written certification of project completion and request a final inspection to the Contracting Officer and COR. The Contracting Officer or designee will make an inspection within 10 days of receipt of request or at a mutually agreeable time.

A. If the work is determined to be complete following the final inspection with minor comments, the COR will prepare and provide the Contractor a Punch List noting outstanding items to be addressed.

B. If the work is not determined to be complete following the final inspection, the Contracting Officer will notify Contractor in writing, stating reasons. Contractor, after completing the work according to the Contract Documents, shall resubmit completion and request a new final inspection. Re-inspection costs may be charged against the Contractor in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

C. Contractor shall complete the Punch List within 30 calendar days, or a time directed by the

CO.

D. Once Contractor completes all items of work on the Punch List and all contractually required items are accepted, Contracting Officer will issue Letter of Final Acceptance of Work and request the final pay application.

E. If the Contractor fails to complete the work within the time frame, the Contracting Officer may correct the work with an appropriate reduction in contract price or charge for re-inspection costs in accordance with the Inspection of Construction contract clause.

F. Disposition of any permits and warranties required by the specifications in this section.

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11.4 Final Acceptance of the Work: After all punch list deficiencies have been corrected, a Letter of Final Acceptance will be issued. A Release of Claims document must be executed and submitted to the Contracting Officer before final payment can occur.

11.5 Warranties

A. Construction Warranty shall be based on date of final acceptance of the work and remain in effect for one year.

B. Provide all manufacturer warranty information of products installed organized by Division. All contact information, extent of coverage and conditions shall be clearly noted as well as date of overall final acceptance.

C. Information shall include operation and maintenance manuals for each warranted product.

ITEM 12 - DEFINITION OF CONTRACT LINE ITEMS

12.1 Summary

A. The intent of this section is to explain, in general, what is and what is not included in a contract line item, and the limits or cut off points where one item ends and another begins.

B. If no contract line item exists for a portion of the work, include the costs in a related item.

12.2 List of Contract Line Items

A. Contract Line-Item (CLIN) No. [001#]

1. This item consists of ROOF.

2. Payment will be made per the contract and percentage of completion level.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXCUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

SECTION 021121 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

PART 1: GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDES:

A. Full tear-off of roof system down to existing roof deck;

B. Removal of damaged or defective sheathing/furring where encountered;

C. Temporary removal and salvage of lightning protection system for reinstallation;

D. Removal of existing flashing and counterflashing;

E. Removal of existing gutters and downspouts;

F. Removal of plumbing vents and boots in kind;

G. National Parks Service (NPS) requires the existing roof decks to be walked after demolition has been completed with their onsite Contracting Office Representative (COR) or designated Project Inspector prior to installation of any new roof materials to ascertain if any water penetration has caused deterioration or corrosion of the existing decks which are to remain. If there are areas of concern the COR may require the Contractor to perform pull out tests to determine if the existing decking in question can remain of if it will need to be replaced. This can include visible areas of water damage or insect related damage. Testing and replacement of these types of unforeseen damaged areas will be by Change Order if required.

1.2 JOB CONDITIONS:

A. All active utility, security, and fire protection systems may not be disrupted in the course of the work.

B. Provide approved temporary coverings for openings made in the roof. Complete operations which prevent damage (i.e. rainwater) during construction, prior to performing new work.

C. Methods of materials removal and equipment used shall not endanger or damage existing historic fabric to remain intact. Any damage to items removed such as the lighting protection and guttering that is to be reinstalled, will be repaired or replaced at the contractor’s expense.

D. Keep routes to disposal areas free from debris.

E. The use of flame cutting equipment will not be permitted.

PART 2: MATERIALS

2.1 TEMPORARY COVERING:

A. Tear-resistant waterproof covers, without holes or tears that would allow the entry of water.

PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 PREPARATION:

A. Verify all conditions at the work site prior to starting any demolition work.

B. Perform all work necessary to protect the structure, the public, adjacent structures and other site features and utilities.

C. Comply with all OSHA regulations and safety requirements for demolition work.

3.2 DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL:

A. Material to be removed: Haul material away from work site to an approved dumping site. Comply with all local, state and federal regulations regarding hauling and dumping.

B. Upon completion of removal work ensure roof decks are clean and free of debris and projecting fasteners.

C. Immediately inform the COR of damaged or defective roof sheathing, furring, and fascia.

D. Remove existing gutters and downspouts.

3.3 PROTECTION:

A. Remove no more of the existing roofing materials than can be sufficiently protected with temporary covers or can be protected with permanent roofing materials.

B. Cover all exposed areas of roof with temporary waterproof covers nightly or during the day if a storm approaches. Ensure temporary covers are secured to prevent blowing or billowing of covers. Any damage occurring to the structures due to not being properly covered or the covers maintained will be the responsibility of the contractor.

3.4 CLEANING:

A. Clean daily all debris from the work site.

B. Leave work area clean and free of debris.

PART 4: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 SUMMARY OF WORK: Payment for the work of this Section will be included in the lump sum price of this Contract.

END OF SECTION 021121

DIVISIONS 03 – 05 NOT USED

SECTION 061000 ROUGH CARPENTRY

A. Replacement of roof sheathing/furring;

B. Replacement of fascia.

1.2 RELATED WORK:

A. Section 021121 - Selective Demolition

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Federal Housing Administration (FHA)

1.4 SUBMITTALS:

A. Fasteners: Submit proposal for type of nails and adhesives. Nails for fascia and siding where needed must be cut nails (“square”) in keeping with the historic fabric encountered.

1.5 PRODUCT DELIVERY, HANDLING, AND STORAGE:

A. Keep materials dry during delivery and site storage. Store lumber and millwork, where directed by the COR, off the ground with protective covers.

B. Do not expose wood to extreme changes of temperature and/or humidity.

PART 2: PRODUCTS

2.1 WOOD:

A. Free from warpage, splits, stains, knots, rot, or other imperfections affecting durability, strength and appearance. Moisture content not to exceed 19 percent for yard lumber and 12 percent for finished lumber. Lumber two inches thick or less shall be kiln dried.

Grade stamps shall be on ends of boards.

1. Board Sheathing: Nominal 1-inch thick (Contractor to field verify and match existing sheathing thickness), S4S, 19-percent maximum moisture content, southern yellow pine or equivalent, grade: C&BTR. Which has been planed or sanded on 4 sides and primed on all sides.

2. Fascia: Nominal 1 1/8-inch-thick (Contractor to field verify and match existing fascia dimensions), SAS, 12-percent maximum moisture content white oak or equivalent, grade: FAS. Which has been planed or sanded on 4 sides, and primed on all sides, painted on exposed surfaces.

2.2 NAILS: Steel, wire, hot dipped galvanized. Nail classification, type, size, and finish: FHA minimum property standards. Siding/fascia will be square nails as manufactured by Tremont Nail Corporation.

A. Obtain measurements and verify dimensions and details before proceeding with carpentry work.

3.2 ROOF SHEATHING:

A. Remove deteriorated sections where encountered in accordance with Section

021121. Dispose of deteriorated and removed lumber at the contractor’s expense.

3.3 CLEANING:

A. Perform cleaning during installation of the work and upon completion of the work.

Remove from the site all excess materials, debris, and tools.

lump sum price of this Contract

END OF SECTION 061000

SECTION 073010 ROOFING UNDERLAYMENT

A. Install #30 felt underlayment

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data and installation instructions.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction and applicable codes at the location of the project.

B. Manufacturer: Minimum 10 years’ experience producing roofing underlayment.

1.4 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials and products in unopened factory labeled packages. Protect from damage.

B. Cover materials and store in dry condition between temperatures of 40 and 90 degrees F (5 and 32 degrees C). Use within one year of date of manufacture. Do not store at elevated temperatures as that will reduce the shelf life of the product.

PART 2 — PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Provide a #30 felt underlayment to be used with cedar wood roofs and as recommended by the Cedar Shake & Shingle Bureau (CSSB).

2.2 Reference Standards:

A. Comply with the requirements of the following standards published by ASTM International to the extent referenced in this section.

1. Felt Underlayment: Use No. 30 ASTM D226 Type II or No. 30 ASTM D4869 Type IV

PART 3 — EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Prior to start of installation, inspect existing conditions to ensure surfaces are suitable for installation of roofing underlayment. Starting work indicates installers acceptance of existing conditions.

3.2 INSTALLATION

A. Installation: Strictly comply with manufacturer’s installation instructions including but not limited to the following:

1. Schedule installation such that underlayment is covered by roofing within the published exposure limit of the underlayment.

2. Do not install underlayment on wet or frozen substrates.

3. Install when surface temperature of substrate is a minimum of 40 degrees F (5 degrees C) and rising.

4. Remove dust, dirt, loose materials and protrusions from deck surface.

5. Install on clean, dry, continuous structural deck. Fill voids and damaged or unsupported areas prior to installation.

6. Install membrane such that all laps shed water. Work from the low point to the high point of the roof at all times.

7. Patch penetrations and damage using manufacturer’s recommended methods.

3.3 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Protection: Protect from damage during construction operations and installation of roofing materials.

Promptly repair any damaged or deteriorated surfaces.

B. Repair minor damage to eliminate all evidence of repair. Remove and replace work which cannot be satisfactorily repaired in the opinion of the Architect.

C. Provide temporary protection to ensure work being without damage or deterioration at time of final acceptance. Remove protective film and reclean as necessary immediately before final acceptance.

END OF SECTION 073010

SECTION 073129 WOOD SHINGLE ROOFS

1.1 WORK INCLUDES

A. The work of this section consists of furnishing and installing fire retardant treated, 24” royal cedar shingles (wood shingled roofs), to meet existing shingle quantity/thickness.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Installer Qualifications: Cedar Shake and Shingle Bureau (CSSB) member.

B. Grading Agency Qualifications: An independent testing and inspecting agency recognized by authorities having jurisdiction as qualified to label wood products for compliance with referenced grading rules.

C. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

D. Grading Rules: The rules…