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FORT LARNED

NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE

LARNED, KANSAS

REPLACE ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL

PMIS 258470

Drawing No: 425/80087

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

3/31/2026

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STEPHEN R. SMITH, AIA

KENNETH HAHN ARCHITECTS, INC.

ARCHITECT

I hereby certify that this engineering document was prepared by me or under my direct personal supervision and that I am a duly licensed Registered Architect under the laws of the State of Kansas.

Pages or Sheets covered by this seal: Divisions 1, 6, 7, 9, 32

2/6/2024

BRANDON D. RICH

ALVINE ENGINEERING

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER

I hereby certify that this engineering document was prepared by me or under my direct personal supervision and that I am a duly licensed Professional Engineer under the laws of the State of Kansas.

Pages or Sheets covered by this seal:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 10 00 DIVISION 01 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 15 00 CUTTING AND PATCHING

DIVISION 2 THRU 5 – NOT USED

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTIC AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 ROUGH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 92 00 JOINT SEALENTS

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS – NOT USED

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09 29 00 GYPSUM DRYWALL

09 90 00 PAINTING

DIVISION 10 THRU 25 – NOT USED

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 04 00 COMMON REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRICAL

26 05 19 LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 34 CONDUIT

26 05 37 BOXES

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 24 16 PANELBOARDS

26 27 26 WIRING DEVICES

26 28 16.13 ENCLOSED CIRCUIT BREAKERS

DIVISION 27 THRU 49 – NOT USED

APPENDIX A - SUBMITTAL LIST

DRAWINGS – UNDER SEPARATE COVER

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SECTION 01 10 00

DIVISION 1 SHORT FORM GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 – GENERAL

ITEM 1 - DESCRIPTION OF WORK

1.1 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: Fort Larned National Historic Site, Larned, Kansas

Work consists of:

Electrical Panel Replacement: Replace the main 400 amperage electrical distribution panel in the park visitor center. The new panel will replace an existing panel installed in 1974 servicing the park headquarters, visitor center and museum facility. A temporary electrical service panel will be needed while work to replace the panel is installed and tested.

1. Selective work to provide a finished project such as cutting and patching, and painting.

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

B. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 75 calendar days of the start date provided on the Notice to Proceed.

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.

A. Contractor shall submit their 811 One-Call ticket to the CO/COR prior to starting any underground work including demolition, pot-holing, excavation/digging, trenching and boring.

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.

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.

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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.

C. Work to replace the Electrical Panel and feeders at the Visitor’s Center (HS-1) will require an electrical shutdown of HS-1. Coordinate the length of the electrical shutdown required with the CO/COR and the park.

a. Disconnection of electrical power to the Visitor Center cannot happen until AFTER the third week of October.

b. See 3.9.A.3 regarding requirements for conditioning the building.

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.

Superintendent's Compendium - Fort Larned National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service)

(nps.gov)

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A. 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.

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

C. 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

8 a.m. to 5:00 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

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Memorial Day

Juneteenth National Independence Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

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 Preservation of Historical and Archeological Fabric:

A. 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.

1. 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 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

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

B. The structures involved in the work of this Contract are each 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.

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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.

3.4 Contractor Use of Site:

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of the site for construction operations. Limit use of premises to areas immediately around new work locations as shown on site plans and as noted at 3.3.C. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

B. NPS reserves the right to limit access to the site or specific areas of the site due to weather caused conditions or due to other conditions as determined by the Park and/or CO/COR.

The duration of limited access will be kept to the minimum needed for the resolution of the condition.

C. 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.

D. Define site disturbance area, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to:

1. 25 feet around areas used for boring machines.

2. 20 feet beyond utility trenches.

3. 10 feet around areas at new in-ground pull boxes.

4. 10 feet around machine or hand dug holes used for utility placement.

E. Contractor shall provide appropriate matts for equipment on turf areas to reduce soil compaction. Contractor shall remediate soil compaction where directed to do so by the

CO/COR.

F. An NPS, and/or NPS designated, archeologist must be on site during any ground disturbance activities such as excavation/digging, boring and trenching.

1. No excavation, digging, boring or trenching activities are anticipated for this scope of work.

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2. The Contractor shall notify the CO/COR at least 7 calendar days prior to commencing excavation/digging, trenching and boring activities.

3. Contractor shall NOT perform ground disturbance activities unless the NPS, and/or NPS designated, archeologist is on site and is aware the work will be underway.

G. Contractor shall use extreme caution when trenching and boring on site. Contractor will repair/replace any underground utilities damaged by the contractor’s activities at their own expense.

H. Utilities

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

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. Waste Operation:

a. Toilets: Contractor shall be able to use the existing restroom facilities at the Visitor’s

Center. The restroom facilities shall be kept in immaculate condition. At the discretion of Park personnel and/or COR; contractor may lose the use of the restroom facilities if they are not kept clean and orderly. Restroom use will be a “One strike and you’re out” policy.

1. If restroom privileges are revoked Contractor will be required to provide a toilet for contracting 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.

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.

I. Security and Protection facilities:

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. 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.

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

3.5 Storage - Staging Areas:

A. Confine storage of materials and equipment to the project’s designated staging area. Matters specific to storage and staging areas will be discussed at the preconstruction briefing.

B. Limited storage of materials within a park-controlled building is at the discretion of the

CO/COR and the Park. Limits of use and control shall be subject to the CO/COR and Park’s discretion and approval.

C. Schedule deliveries prior to 10:00 am to minimize impact on visitors and the public.

3.6 Preservation of Natural Features: N/A.

3.7 Hauling Restrictions: Contractor to verify path to site and meet state and county road requirements and height restrictions for all park work/access.

3.8 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.

3.9 Occupancy Requirements for Buildings:

A. Existing Buildings:

1. Full Government Occupancy: Government will occupy buildings that will be under construction during the entire contract period. Cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Government's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits, unless otherwise indicated.

a. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from the CO or COR.

b. Maintain existing building in a weather tight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations. Protect building and its occupants during construction period.

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2. Contractor will coordinate access to and work in curated spaces with the CO/COR.

Curated spaces may require Contractor’s personnel to be escorted by NPS staff and/or prior (daily) notification submitted to the CO/COR before working in those spaces.

3. While the Visitor’s Center (HS-1) is disconnected from electrical power for the electrical panel work, the Contractor shall maintain the interior conditioned areas of the building above 55° F.

i. Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Equipment: Provide vented, self-contained, liquid-propane-gas or fuel-oil heaters with individual space thermostatic control.Use of gasoline-burning space heaters, open-flame heaters, or salamander-type heating units is prohibited.

ii. Heating Units: Listed and labeled for type of fuel being consumed, by a testing agency acceptable to agency(ies) with jurisdiction, and marked for intended use.

iii. The contractor shall use generator-powered fans as needed to maintain an air temperature of 55° throughout the building.

4. Bat Habitat Limitation

Parts of the work area are known to be occupied bat maternity roost areas. The

Contractor will NOT have access to and will NOT perform work in any building’s attic areas during pup season from June 1 to July 31. Verify, and coordinate work in, these areas with the CO/COR.

3.10 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 electronically by email or 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:

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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.

3.11 Fire and Life Safety:

A. 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.

B. 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.

C. Store and handle hazardous materials in accordance with manufacturers and OSHA 29CFR1926 Subpart D requirements 1926 | Occupational Safety and Health Administration (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.

D. With the CO/COR and Park’s approval a designated smoking area will be designated 50+ feet from any building. The contractor will provide a fire proof collection container for butt and stage extinguishing. The fire proof collection container must be approved by the CO/COR and Park.

3.12 Noise and Acoustics Management

A. Noise Control: Perform all 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.

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

C. No obscene language or public displays of inappropriate graphics on clothing or vehicles, and no political advertisements or messages are allowed on NPS property. Determination of inappropriateness is by park staff and/or CO/COR.

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

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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 viewable 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.

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:

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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.

C. All work shall be completed by a Kansas state licensed electrician with at least five (5) years of applicable experience.

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.

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 two set of PPE including hard hats 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 Preconstruction Conference:

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A. If the Contracting Officer decides to conduct a preconstruction conference, the successful offeror will be notified and will be required to attend.

B. 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 shall be submitted a minimum of one week prior to the Preconstruction Conference. If all of these documents have not been received one week prior to the scheduled Pre-Construction Conference date, the conference will be cancelled, Notice to Proceed may not be issued, and the Contracting Officer will consider other contractual remedies. 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:

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 Required Construction Permits, if any, 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 Shop Drawings and Product Data: Contracting Officer will provide sample cover sheet and a list of required submittals is included in each technical specification or attached at the end

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

D. 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: 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 satisfy the Government’s needs as demonstrated by the salient physical, functional, or performance characteristics that “equal” products must meet and/or exceed that as specified in the solicitation or relevant specification.

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 Contractor:

1. Has investigated the proposed item and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified.

2. Will provide the same warranties for the proposed item as for the 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.

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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 submitted under this specification. The total costs for the component work activities shall equal the contract price for that lump-sum item. The Contracting Officer may request data to verify accuracy of dollar values. A sample Schedule of Values format may be provided upon request.

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

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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.

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.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 – EXCUTION (NOT USED)

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 15 00

CUTTING AND PATCHING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Definitions: “Cutting and Patching” includes cutting into existing construction to provide for installation or performance of other Work and subsequent fitting and patching required to restore surfaces to their original conditions.

B. “Cutting and Patching” is performed for coordination of the Work, to uncover work for access or inspection, to obtain samples for testing, to permit alterations to be performed, or other similar purposes.

C. Cutting and Patching performed during the manufacture of products, or during the initial fabrication, erection or installation processes is not considered to be “Cutting and Patching”. Drilling of holes to install fasteners and similar operations are also not considered to be “Cutting and Patching”.

D. “Selective Demolition” is recognized as a related-but-separate category of work, which may or may not require cutting and patching as defined in this Section; refer to “Building Demolition” Section of Division 2.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Requirements for Structural Work: Do not cut and patch structural work in a manner that would result in a reduction of load-carrying capacity or of load-deflection ratio.

B. Operational and Safety Limitations: Do not cut and patch operational elements or safety related components in a manner that would result in a reduction of their capacity to perform in the manner intended, including energy performance, or that would result in increased maintenance, or decreased operational life or decreased safety.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Procedural Proposal for Cutting and Patching: Where prior approval of cutting and patching is required, submit proposed procedures for this work well in advance of the time work will be performed and request approval to proceed. Include the following information, as applicable, in the submittal.

1. List products to be used and firms that will perform work.

2. Give dates when work is expected to be performed.

3. List utilities that will be disturbed or otherwise be affected by work, including those that will be relocated and those that will be out-of-service temporarily. Indicate how long utility service will be disrupted.

B. Approval by the CO/COR to proceed with cutting and patching work does not waive the CO/COR’S right to later require complete removal and replacement of work found to be cut and patched in an unsatisfactory manner.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Except as otherwise indicated, or as directed by the CO/COR the materials for cutting and patching shall be identical to existing materials. If identical materials are not available, or cannot be used, use material that matches existing adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible with regard to visual effect. Use materials for cutting and patching that will result in equal-or-better performance characteristics.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSPECTION

A. Before cutting, examine the surface to be cut and patched and the conditions under which the work is to be performed. If unsafe or otherwise unsatisfactory conditions are encountered, notify CO/COR immediately. Execute cutting, fitting or patching of work required to: make several parts fit properly;

uncover work to provide for installation or ill-timed work; remove and replace defective work; remove and replace work not conforming to requirements of Contract Documents.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Protect other work during cutting and patching to prevent damage. Provide protection from adverse weather conditions for that part of the project that may be exposed during cutting and patching operations.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

A. Employ skilled workmen to perform cutting and patching work. Except as otherwise indicated or as approved by the CO/COR, proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time and complete work without delay.

B. Cut the work using methods that are least likely to damage work to be retained or adjoining work.

Where possible review proposed procedures with the original installer; comply with original installer’s recommendations.

C. In general, where cutting is required use hand or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Cut through concrete and masonry using a cutting machine such as a carborundum saw or core drill to insure a neat hole. Cut holes and slots neatly to size required with minimum disturbance of adjacent work. To avoid marring existing finished surfaces, cut or drill from exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces. Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

D. Comply with requirements of applicable Sections of Division 2 where cutting and patching require excavating and backfilling.

E. Patch with seams which are durable and as invisible as possible. Comply with specified tolerances for the work.

F. Where feasible, inspect and test patched areas to demonstrate integrity of work.

G. Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and where necessary extend finish restoration into retained adjoining work in a manner which will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

H. Where removal of walls or partitions extends one finished area into another finished area, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space to provide an even surface of uniform color and appearance, remove existing floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials.

I. Where patch occurs in a smooth painted surface, extend final paint coat over entire unbroken surface containing patch, after patched area has received prime and base coat.

3.4 CLEANING

A. Thoroughly clean areas and spaces where work is performed or used as access to work. Remove completely point mortar, oils, putty, and items of similar nature. Thoroughly clean piping, conduit, and similar features before painting or other finishing is applied. Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

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DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTIC AND COMPOSITES

SECTION 06 10 00

ROUGH CARPENTRY

1.1 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

1.2 REFERENCES

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Comply with PS 20 and with applicable rules of the respective grading and inspecting agencies for species and products indicated. Comply with PS 1-74 (ANSI 199.1) or, for products not manufactured under PS 1-74 provisions, with applicable APA Performance Standard for type of panel indicated. Identify each plywood panel with the appropriate APA Trademark. All stress grades and stress criteria shall be based on the National Design Specifications for Wood Construction, latest edition.

1.4 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Adhesives and sealants that comply with the following requirements:

1. Adhesives, sealants and sealant primers must comply with the South Coast Air Quality

Management District (SCAQMD) Rule #1168, which limits their VOC content by product type.

2. Aerosol adhesives must comply with Green Seal Standard for Commercial Adhesives GS-36 requirements in effect October 19, 2000.

1.5 STORAGE

A. Store rough carpentry materials on bunks or skids at least 6 inches above the ground, and protect materials from weather with waterproof covers.

1.6 JOB CONDITIONS

A. Fit carpentry work to other work; scribe and cope as required for accurate fit. Correlate location of furring, nailers, blocking, grounds, and similar supports to allow proper attachment to other work.

A. Lumber shall be S4S, kiln dried, with 19 percent maximum moisture content at time of dressing. Lumber shall be grade stamped in accordance with the latest edition of the standard grading rules of NELMA, SPIB, WCLIB, WWPA or NLGA (or equivalent Canadian governing authority).

2.2 MISCELLANEOUS

A. Electrical/Telephone Backing Panels: C-D Plugged, Exposure 1 plywood, fire-retardant treated, ¾-inch thick.

B. Planks and wood used for Electrical Cabinets: Sanded Pine PSE/PAR. Grade stamps shall not be visible to the outside of the cabinet. A cabinet’s exterior panels are to be made with planks of the same width;

however, plank width can vary between cabinets.

C. Miscellaneous panels: C-D Plugged, Exposure 1 plywood, fire-retardant treated, 5/8-inch thick

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2.3 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Fasteners and anchorages shall be of the size, type, material and finish as indicated below or on the Drawings and as recommended by applicable standards complying with applicable Federal Specifications for nails, (staples), screws, bolts, nuts, washers and anchoring devices. Metal anchors shall be of the size and type recommended by the manufacturer for each use. Where rough carpentry work is exposed to the weather, in ground contact, or in areas of high humidity, provide fasteners and anchorages with a hot-dip zinc coating (ASTM A 153).

B. Adhesives shall conform to Specification AFG-01 of the American Plywood Association.

C. Electrical Cabinet Fasteners: Contractor shall use square head nails for fastening wood members and slotted screws for the hardware.

D. Electrical Cabinet Hardware: Provide strap hinges and surface bolts for the electrical cabinets. Match type and finish of the hardware on the existing cabinet in the Bakery (HS-3). Cabinet location is noted on drawing sheet A5.

3.1 MISCELLANEOUS WOOD BLOCKING

A. Erect miscellaneous blocking as shown on the Drawings or as required to secure materials to rough construction.

3.2 CONCEALED BLOCKING

A. Wood blocking shall be nominal 2" thick and secured to structural members for the anchorage of all surface-mounted items. Blocking shall be provided and installed as recommended by the manufacturer of the product to be mounted on the wall/ceiling. Blocking shall be installed for, but not limited to, the following items:

1. Security and fire alarm panels and other wall/ceiling mounted items to be mounted in new construction.

2. As needed, security and fire alarm panels and other wall/ceiling mounted items to be mounted in existing construction.

3.3 INSTALLATION OF TREATED WOOD

A. Provide pressure-treated wood where framing lumber is in contact with concrete. Field cuts shall be coated with a concentrated solution of preservative treatment.

B. Treated lumber shall be anchored in place using concrete nails at 24” O.C.

3.4 ALLOWABLE TOLERANCES

A. The following tolerances establish the range of acceptable variances. Assure that work outside this range is removed; act to prevent reoccurrence.

1. Lumber

a. Straightness, no bows exceeding 0.1%, i.e., 1/8-inch in 10 feet, 1/16-inch in 5 feet.

b. No twisted or split lumber allowed.

c. Moisture content not to exceed 14% when installed.

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DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07 92 00

JOINT SEALERS

1.1 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

Joint Sealers in Electrical and Communications Work Divisions 26, 27 & 28

1.2 SUSTAINABILITY REQUIREMENTS

A. For field applications that are inside the weatherproofing system, use adhesives and sealants that comply with the following requirements:

1. Adhesives, sealants and sealant primers must comply with the South Coast Air Quality

Management District (SCAQMD) Rule #1168, UL2818 (Greenguard) Gold or Scientific Certification Systems Global Services Indoor Advantage Gold.

1.3 GENERAL PERFORMANCE

A. Joint sealers, except as otherwise indicated, are required to establish and maintain airtight and waterproof continuous seals to the substrates they will be applied to in this project on a permanent basis, within recognized limitations of wear and aging as indicated for each application. Failures of installed sealers to comply with this requirement will be recognized as failures of materials and workmanship.

B. Sealants shall be compatible for use with each joint substrate used on this project in accordance with sealant manufacturer’s documented recommendations for each application.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Color samples shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 23. Samples shall be strips of actual caulking.