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Pullman National Historic Park

11001 S. Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, Illinois

FINAL CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS

Administration Clock Tower Building: Elevator installation and 2nd

& 3rd Floor Build-Out

PMIS 307087

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

NATIONAL PARK SERVICE

2025-08-13

8/13/25

SHANE L. ' %

;I 0 l 8/13/25

08/15/2025

LICENSE EXP. 11/30/2025

LICENSE EXP. 11/01/2026

LICENSE EXP. 11/30/2025

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Section 01 10 00 Division 01 Short Form General Requirements

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE

Section 03 35 11 Concrete Floor Finishes

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY

Section 04 20 00 Unit Masonry

DIVISION 06 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

Section 06 10 00 Rough Carpentry Section 06 41 00 Architectural Wood Casework Section 06 83 16 Fiberglass Reinforcing Paneling

DIVISION 07 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

Section 07 84 00 Firestopping Section 07 92 00 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 08 – OPENINGS

Section 08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames Section 08 14 16 Flush Wood Doors Section 08 71 00 Door Hardware Section 08 80 00 Glazing

DIVISION 09 – FINISHES

Section 09 21 16 Gypsum Board Assemblies Section 09 30 00 Tiling Section 09 51 00 Acoustical Ceilings Section 09 54 26 Suspended Wood Ceilings Section 09 65 00 Resilient Flooring Section 09 68 13 Tile Carpeting Section 09 91 23 Interior Painting

DIVISION 10 – FINISHES

Section 10 14 19 Dimensional Letter Signage Section 10 28 00 Toilet, Bath, and Laundry Accessories

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

Section 12 24 00 Window Shades

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

Section 14 21 00 Electric Traction Elevators

DIVISION 21 FIRE SUPPRESSION

Section 21 05 00 Common Work Results Section 21 05 23 General-Duty Valves Section 21 05 53 Identification for Fire Suppression Piping Section 21 13 00 Fire Suppression Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 PLUMBING

Section 22 00 01 General Plumbing Requirements Section 22 05 17 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals Section 22 05 23 General Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping Section 22 05 29 Hangers and Supports

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Section 22 05 53 Identification for Plumbing Section 22 07 19 Plumbing Piping Insulation Section 22 10 05 Plumbing Piping Section 22 10 06 Plumbing Piping Specialties Section 22 30 00 Plumbing Equipment Section 22 40 00 Plumbing Fixtures

DIVISION 23 HVAC

Section 23 00 01 General HVAC Requirements Section 23 05 17 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals Section 23 05 19 Meters and Gauges Section 23 05 23 General Duty Valves Section 23 05 29 Hangers and Supports Section 23 05 53 Identification Section 23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing Section 23 07 13 Duct Insultation Section 23 07 19 HVAC Piping Insulation Section 23 09 13 Instrumentation and Control Devices Section 23 09 23 Direct-Digital Control System for HVAC Section 23 09 93 Sequence of Operations for HVAC Controls Section 23 11 23 Facility Natural Gas Piping Section 23 21 13 Hydronic Piping Section 23 21 14 Hydronic Specialties Section 23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps Section 23 31 00 HVAC Ducts and Casings Section 23 33 00 Air Duct Accessories Section 23 34 23 HVAC Power Ventilators Section 23 36 00 Air Terminal Units Section 23 37 00 Air Outlets and Inlets Section 23 74 16 Packaged Rooftop Air-Conditioning Units Section 23 81 26.13 Small-Capacity Split-System Air Conditions

DIVISION 26 ELECTRICAL

Section 26 05 05 Selective Demolition for Electrical Section 26 05 19 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables Section 26 05 26 Grounding and Boring for Electrical Systems Section 26 05 29 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems Section 26 05 33.13 Conduit for Electrical Systems Section 26 05 33.16 Boxes for Electrical Systems Section 26 05 33.23 Surface Raceways for Electrical Systems Section 26 05 53 Identification for Electrical Systems Section 26 05 83 Wiring Connections Section 26 09 23 Lighting Control Devices Section 26 27 26 Wiring Devices Section 26 28 13 Fuses Section 26 28 16.16 Enclosed Switches Section 26 51 00 Interior Lighting

DIVISION 27 COMMUNICATIONS

Section 27 05 29 Hangers and Supports Section 27 05 36 Cable Trays for Communications Systems Section 27 10 00 Structural Cabling

DIVISION 28 ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

Section 28 13 00 Access Control Section 28 23 00 Video Surveillance System

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SITE PLAN – APPENDIX A

None

PHOTOGRAPHS – APPENDIX B

None

DRAWINGS – APPENDIX C

1. 0 – Cover Sheet

2. G001 – Scope of Work

3. G100 – Architectural Info Sheet

4. G101 – Site Logistic Plan

5. G102 – Architectural Code Compliance

6. G103 - Architectural Code Compliance

7. G104 – Accessibility Building Plans

8. A001 – Demolition Plan – 1st & 2nd Floor

9. A002 – Demolition Plan – 3rd Floor

10. A101 – Assembly Types and Mounting Heights

11. A102 – 1st Floor Plan

12. A103 – 2nd Floor Plan

13. A104 – 3rd Floor Plan

14. A301 – Schedules, Door and Window Details

15. A302 – Details

16. A501 – Enlarged Elevator Plans & Elevations

17. A502 – Enlarged Plans & Interior Elevations

18. A503 – Interior Elevations, Details, Images

19. A601 – Reflected Ceiling Plans and Details

20. A602 – Reflected Ceiling Plans and Details

21. A901 – Finish Plans

22. A902 – Furniture Plans

23. S 00 – Structural Info and Notes

24. S101 – Floor Plans

25. S102 – Floor Plan & Details

26. FP00 – Fire Protection Info Sheet

27. FP101 – Second Floor Plan

28. FP102 – Third Floor Plan

29. P00 – Plumbing Info Sheet

30. P001 – First Floor Demolition Floor Plan

31. P100 – Below Grade Floor Plan

32. P101 – First Floor Plan

33. P102 – Second Floor Plan

34. P103 – Third Floor Plan

35. P301 - Details

36. P401 – Schedules, Details, & Risers

37. M00 – Mechanical Info Sheet

38. M001 – Second Floor Demolition Floor Plan

39. M002 – Third Floor Demolition Floor Plan

40. M003 – Roof Demolition Floor Plan

41. M101 – First Floor Plan

42. M102 – Second Floor Plan

43. M103 – Third Floor Plan

44. M201 – First Floor Piping Plan

45. M202 – Second Floor Piping Plan

46. M203 – Third Floor Piping Plan

47. M301 – Enlarged Plan & Section

48. M401 Details

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49. M402 – Details

50. M501 – Schedule

51. E00 – Electrical Info Sheet

52. E01 – Electrical info Sheet

53. E001 – Second Floor Plan - Demolition

54. E002 – Third Floor Plan – Demolition

55. E101 – Second Floor Plan – Lighting

56. E102 – Third Floor Plan - Lighting

57. E103 – Third Floor Plan – Lighting

58. E201 – First Floor Plan - Power

59. E202 – Second Floor Plan – Power

60. E203 – Third Floor Plan – Power

61. E401 – Electrical Details

62. E402 – Electrical Details

63. E501 – Power Riser Diagram

64. E601 – Luminaire & Equipment Schedules

65. E701 – Electrical Panel Schedules

66. E702 – Electrical Panel Schedules

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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: Background: Built in 1880, the Administrative Clock Tower Building formed the central mass of a monumental structure seven hundred feet long. As the manufacturing center of

Pullman, the Administration and Factory Complex was an unusually ornate industrial building designed to sit in a park-like setting. After standing for 117 years as Pullman landmark, the

Administration Clock Tower Building was seriously damaged by a fire set by a arsonist on

December 1, 1998. The tower and clock were rebuilt and installed on site in late 2005. The district was named a National Monument (now National Historical Park) on February 19, 2015, making it a component of the National Park System. Now, as of Labor Day 2021, the building hosts the

National Park Service's Visitor Center.

1.2 Work Covered by the Contract Documents:

A. Project Location: 610 E 111th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60628

B. Work consists of: The goal of this project is to build-out the second floor to enhance NPS ability to provide education and community outreach programs and support NPS with additional office space. The third floor shall be designed for storage and the potential for partner leasing. Other improvements include: Elevator installation within existing white box shaft to serve all 3 levels; expand HVAC to all 3 levels; restrooms for assembly, storage and business occupancies; Finishes including flooring, acoustical ceilings, painting, doors, audio visual systems, computer network wiring, lighting, electrical, fire alarm, and fire sprinkler modifications.

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

D. Period of performance: Work shall be completed within 245 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:

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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 remains or data, objects or sites of cultural value on the project area, such as historical ruins, graves or grave markers, fossils, or artifacts not specifically noted within the contract. The

Contractor shall immediately suspend all operations in the vicinity and continue work in other areas outside a 50 foot radius of discovery and notify the

Contracting Officer immediately. When safe to do so, follow up in writing with photographs 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.

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. There are historic design and construction requirements for the exterior of the building. There are no historical requirements for the interior of the building. The historical design requirements included in this project scope of work include the following: rooftop mechanical equipment location (visibility from street) and window shade color selection.

C. There is no excavation required for this project.

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.

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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.

B. Hours for Utility Shutdowns: Shutdowns shall not exceed 2 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. Contractor shall take special care to coordinate any utility shutdowns with COR and to avoid shutdowns during peak visitation times, special events, or any other times identified by the 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.

www.nps.gov/pull/learn/management/superintendent-s-compendium.htm

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. Contractor must provide job trailer and on-site supervision during the entire period of performance.

a. Job trailer must have ability to hold regular project review meetings.

b. Contractor superintendent must be onsite during all construction activities.

C. 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.

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

E. Public Use of Site: Contractor shall at all times conduct operations to ensure the least inconvenience to the public. Site surrounding project is co-opt with the State of Illinois. The park may have up to 5 events during the construction of this project. The Contractor will have to plan with COR to avoid construction activities impacting these events.

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

6:30 am to 6:30 pm., Monday through Friday, except when otherwise indicated. Work on

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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’s Day

Inauguration Day

Martin Luther King, Jr’s Birthday

Washington’s Birthday

Memorial Day

Juneteenth National Independence Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Columbus Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

• 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 site plan. 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:

1. See site plan for staging and restoring to pre-project conditions.

Contractor shall provide appropriate matts for equipment on turf areas to reduce soil compaction. Contractor shall remediate soil compaction as directed to do so by the CO/COR.

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

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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.

4. Sanitary Operations:

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. Additionally, the following shall be provided as part of the contract:

a. 2 trailerized restrooms with heating, ventilation, lighting and running water. An example of these trailers can be found from Floods Royal Flush, but many providers are available.

i. The trailers need to provide 2 separate handicap accessible restrooms and minimum 4 stalls total with separate men's and women's restrooms.

ii. Provide signage to direct visitors to the restrooms.

b. Power to be provided with generator by contractor or vendor.

Water to be provided by water tanks by contractor or vendor.

c. A trailer restroom will need to be provided for the duration of time where access to the ground floor restrooms are not available because of construction activities. This trailer restroom shall provide lighting, ventilation, heating/cooling and running water.

Handicap accessible fixtures may be a portable unit.

d. Contractor will be responsible for cleaning and supplying the restrooms. At a minimum the restrooms shall be cleaned daily and product restocking should be checked on regularly. Based on number of visitors, bathrooms may need to be cleaned multiple times of day. COR to notify contractor if there are visitor requests or concerns related to restrooms cleanliness and/or restocking.

e. Operations to remove waste from the trailers should take place during off hours to prevent disruption to the visitors.

f. Temporary restrooms are provided for park visitors and staff while the first floor restrooms are unable to be used during construction. Not for contractor use.

g. Contractor must coordinate work requiring shut down of existing restrooms to minimize the use of temporary facilities for visitors and staff. Shutdown time must be coordinated with and approved by the COR prior to implementation.

E. 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.

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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 is not required for this project.

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: Before construction operations begin, furnish, install and maintain 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. Chain link fences should have color neutral fabric covering or slatting.

6. 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 shown in appendix A below may be discussed at the preconstruction briefing. All storage units provided by the contractor shall be in a clean and acceptable condition to the COR. Security of the materials and equipment on site is the Contractor’s responsibility.

3.5 Preservation of Natural Features: N/A

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 Waste Removal, Recycling, and General Housekeeping:

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

1. Contractor is responsible for providing dumpsters for waste and recycling and 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.

Coordinate with COR for approved dumpster locations prior to commencing construction.

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

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

4. For all waste and recycling removals offsite, contractors shall provide estimates and/or tickets to quantify material weights and report back to the park, submit to COR for review and record filing.

5. Existing brick that is to be demolished must be carefully removed and stacked for reuse on site. Coordinate storage location with COR.

3.8 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. Contractor will 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. Contractor will 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.

B. New /Existing Buildings Unoccupied:

1. N/A

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:

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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:

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.

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: Permitted only during Daytime.

a) Coordinate with COR prior to execution.

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.

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4.2 4.2 Products included in specifications or approved equals need to comply with the Buy American

Act.

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.

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

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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.

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 2 sets 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

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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:

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. Waste Management Plan. ["N/A"]

9. Temporary Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP or UPPP) Submitted to AHJ

(Authority Having Jurisdiction). ["N/A"]

10. Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management Plan. ["N/A"]

11. Contractors Commissioning Plan. ["N/A"]

12. Historic Preservation Treatment Plan Submitted to AHJ (Authority Having Jurisdiction).

["REQUIRED for this project."]

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

["REQUIRED for this project."]

a. IDNR: Illinois Special Activity Permit.

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i. https://dnr.illinois.gov/content/dam/soi/en/web/dnr/parks/camp/document s/activitypermit.pdf.

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: Contractor must review all shop drawings for compliance with construction documents prior to submittal. Uncoordinated, unclear, or unreviewed shop drawings will be rejected without review or comment.

B. 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.

C. 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.

D. 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.

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

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

Contractor. If submittals are rejected, 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.

G. Shop drawing review is provided as a courtesy. Shop drawing submittals, whether approved or not, are not contract documents and do not modify the requirements of the contract.

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 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. Contractor shall incorporate and be responsible for all collateral costs due to the or equal proposed as required to provide a complete project.

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

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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 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

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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.

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.

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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.

11.6 Operation and Maintenance

a. Provide operation and maintenance manuals for each warranted product organized by division.

b. Provide operation and maintenance training to building staff (as identified by COR) for each warranted product.

i. Training must be provided in person.

ii. Provide a recording of all trainings to COR for use in ongoing staff training.

Recording must be of a high quality.

c. Absent, unorganized, or low quality operation and maintenance documentation and training is cause to withhold final acceptance.

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 No. CLIN (Schemmer to provide)

1. This item consists of CLIN (Schemmer to provide).

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

END OF SECTION

Concrete Floor Finishes 03-35-11 - Page 1

SECTION 03-35-11 - CONCRETE FLOOR FINISHES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Clear coatings.

1.02 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 01 10 00 Short Form General Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Manufacturer's published data on each finishing product, including information on compatibility of different products and limitations.

C. Maintenance Data: Provide data on maintenance and renewal of applied finishes.

1.03 MOCK-UP

A. Mock-Up Size: 10 feet square.

B. Locate where directed.

C. Mock-up may remain as part of the work.

1.04 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials in manufacturer's sealed packaging, including application instructions.

1.05 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Maintain ambient temperature of 60 degrees F minimum and [90] degrees F maximum.

1.06 WARRANTY

A. See Section Section 01 10 00 Short Form General Requirements for additional warranty requirements.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 CONCRETE FLOOR FINISH APPLICATIONS

A. Clear Coating:

1. Use at following locations: See drawings for locations. This product to be used under Option 2..

2.02 COATINGS

A. High Gloss Clear Coating: Transparent, nonyellowing, acrylic polymer-based coating.

1. Composition: Water-based.

a. Nonvolatile Content: 20 percent, minimum, when measured by volume.

b. Abrasion Resistance ASTM D4060 CS-17 1000 Cycles: 25mg loss.

c. VOC ASTM D3960: <50 g/l

d. Tensile Strenght ASTM D638: 4400 psi

e. Products: Basis of Design

1) Concrete Sealers USA; TS210: www.concretesealersusa.com/#sle.

2) Substitutions: See Section 01 10 00 Short Form General Requirements.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

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A. Verify that floor surfaces are acceptable to receive the work of this section.

B. Verify that flaws in concrete have been patched and joints filled with methods and materials suitable for further finishes.

3.02 GENERAL

A. Apply materials in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

3.03 COATING APPLICATION

A. Verify that surface is free of previous coatings, sealers, curing compounds, water repellents, laitance, efflorescence, fats, oils, grease, wax, soluble salts, residues from cleaning agents, and other impediments to adhesion.

B. Protect adjacent non-coated areas from drips, overflow, and overspray; immediately remove excess material.

C. Apply coatings in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, matching approved mock-ups for color, special effects, sealing and workmanship.

UNIT MASONRY 04-20-00 - Page 1

SECTION 04-20-00 - UNIT MASONRY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Common brick.

B. Mortar and grout.

C. Reinforcement and anchorage.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 BRICK UNITS

A. Building (Common) Brick: Re-use existing brick. See sheet demolition sheets. If there are not enough salvaged bricks then contractor to find similar brick from a local brick yard. Salvaged brick need to be full bricks and cleared of mortar prior to reuse. Bricks to be evaluated for suitability prior to reuse.

1. Nominal size: As indicated on drawings.

2.02 MORTAR AND GROUT MATERIALS

A. Masonry Cement: ASTM C91/C91M, Type N.

1. Colored Mortar: Premixed cement as required to match Architect's color sample.

B. Grout Aggregate: ASTM C404.

C. Water: Clean and potable.

2.03 REINFORCEMENT AND ANCHORAGE

A. Joint Reinforcement: Use ladder type joint reinforcement where vertical reinforcement is involved and truss type elsewhere, unless otherwise indicated.

B. Single Wythe Joint Reinforcement: ASTM A951/A951M.

1. Type: Truss or ladder.

2. Material: ASTM A1064/A1064M steel wire, mill galvanized to ASTM A641/A641M Class 3.

3. Size: 0.1483 inch side rods with 0.1483 inch cross rods; width as required to provide not less than 5/8 inch of mortar coverage on each exposure.

2.04 MORTAR AND GROUT MIXING

A. Mortar for Unit Masonry: ASTM C270, using the Proportion Specification.

1. Interior, non-loadbearing masonry: Type…