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AMBERLY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

PROJECT MANUAL

4/27/2026

OWNER

Portage Public Schools

Administration Building 8107 Mustang Drive Portage, MI 49024

PROJECT NUMBER

Architect’s Project No. 21237.030

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Portage Public Schools 4/27/2026

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 — PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 2600 - PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

00 3100 - AVAILABLE PROJECT INFORMATION

00 4325 - SUBSTITUTION DURING PROCUREMENT REQUEST FORM

00 6324 - BIM TRANSFER WAIVER

00 6325 - SUBSTITUTION DURING CONSTRUCTION REQUEST FORM

DIVISION 01 — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 2300 - ALTERNATES

01 2500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

01 2600 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

01 3100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

01 3300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 4000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

01 4200 - REFERENCES

01 4500 - QUALITY ASSURANCE STRUCTURAL TESTING AND INSPECTION

01 5639 - TEMPORARY TREE PLANT PROTECTION

01 6000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 7300 - EXECUTION

01 7700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

01 7823 - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

01 7839 - PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

01 7900 - DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

01 9113 - GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS

DIVISION 03 — CONCRETE

03 3000 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE fl0

03 3543 - POLISHED CONCRETE

03 4100 - PRECAST STRUCTURAL CONCRETE sf0

03 6000 - POST INSTALLED ANCHORS

DIVISION 04 — MASONRY

04 2000 - UNIT MASONRY

04 7200 - CAST STONE MASONRY

DIVISION 05 — METALS

05 1200 - STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING sf0

05 2100 - STEEL JOIST FRAMING

05 3100 - STEEL DECKING sf0 05 4000 - COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING sf0

05 5000 - METAL FABRICATIONS

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05 5113 - METAL PAN STAIRS

05 5213 - PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

05 7300 - DECORATIVE METAL RAILINGS

DIVISION 06 — WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 1000 - ROUGH CARPENTRY

06 1600 - SHEATHING

06 1800 - GLUED-LAMINATED CONSTRUCTION

06 4023 - INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK

06 4116 - PLASTIC-LAMINATE-FACED ARCHITECTURAL CABINETS

06 6116 - SOLID SURFACING FABRICATIONS

06 6400 - PLASTIC PANELING

DIVISION 07 — THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 1326 - SELF-ADHERING SHEET WATERPROOFING

07 1800 - TRAFFIC COATINGS

07 1900 - WATER REPELLENTS

07 2100 - THERMAL INSULATION

07 2119 - FOAMED-IN-PLACE INSULATION

07 2715 - NONBITUMINOUS SELF-ADHERING SHEET AIR BARRIERS sf1

07 4213.23 - METAL COMPOSITE MATERIAL WALL PANELS

07 4616 - ALUMINUM SIDING

07 5323 - ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER (EPDM) ROOFING

07 6200 - SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM

07 7100 - ROOF SPECIALTIES

07 7200 - ROOF ACCESSORIES

07 8413 - PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

07 8443 - JOINT FIRESTOPPING

07 9200 - JOINT SEALANTS

07 9219 - ACOUSTICAL JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 08 — OPENINGS

08 1113 - HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES

08 1416 - FLUSH WOOD DOORS

08 3113 - ACCESS DOORS AND FRAMES

08 3323 - OVERHEAD COILING DOORS

08 3343 - SMOKE & DRAFT RATED CURTAINS

08 4113 - ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS

08 4329 - SLIDING STOREFRONTS

08 4523 - FIBERGLASS-SANDWICH-PANEL ASSEMBLIES

08 7100 - DOOR HARDWARE

08 8000 - GLAZING

08 8700 - ARCHITECTURAL WINDOW FILM

08 8813 - FIRE-RATED GLAZING

08 8853 - SECURITY GLAZING

08 9119 - FIXED LOUVERS

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DIVISION 09 — FINISHES

09 2216 - NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING

09 2900 - GYPSUM BOARD

09 3000 - TILING

09 5113 - ACOUSTICAL PANEL CEILINGS

09 5133 - ACOUSTICAL METAL PAN CEILINGS

09 6500 - RESILIENT FLOORING

09 6513 - RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

09 6566 - RESILIENT ATHLETIC FLOORING

09 6813 - TILE CARPETING

09 7200 - WALL COVERINGS sf1 09 7270 - GRAPHIC WALL COVERINGS sf1

09 8316 - ACOUSTIC CEILING COATING

09 8433 - SOUND-ABSORBING WALL UNITS

09 8436 - SOUND-ABSORBING CEILING UNITS

09 8437 - LINEAR ACOUSTICAL BAFFLES

09 9123 - INTERIOR PAINTING

09 9300 - STAINING AND TRANSPARENT FINISHING sf0

DIVISION 10 — SPECIALTIES

10 1100 - VISUAL DISPLAY UNITS sf1

10 1419 - DIMENSIONAL LETTER SIGNAGE

10 1426 - POST AND PANEL-PYLON SIGNAGE

10 1453 - TRAFFIC SIGNAGE

10 2113.19 - PLASTIC TOILET COMPARTMENTS

10 2123 - CUBICLE CURTAINS AND TRACK sf1

10 2600 - WALL AND DOOR PROTECTION

10 2800 - TOILET, BATH, AND LAUNDRY ACCESSORIES

10 3090 - MANUFACTURED ELECTRIC FIREPLACE

10 4413 - FIRE PROTECTION CABINETS

10 4416 - FIRE EXTINGUISHERS

10 5113 - METAL LOCKERS

10 7516 - GROUND-SET FLAGPOLES

DIVISION 11 — EQUIPMENT

11 6623 - GYMNASIUM EQUIPMENT

11 6800 - PLAYFIELD EQUIPMENT AND STRUCTURES

DIVISION 12 — FURNISHINGS

12 2413 - ROLLER WINDOW SHADES

12 3216 - MANUFACTURED PLASTIC-LAMINATE-FACED CASEWORK

12 3550. 13 - EDUCATIONAL CASEGOODS

12 3623 - 12 3623.13 - PLASTIC-LAMINATE-CLAD COUNTERTOPS

12 3653 - LABORATORY COUNTERTOPS

12 3661.16 - SOLID SURFACING COUNTERTOPS

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12 9300 - SITE FURNISHINGS

DIVISION 14 — CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

14 2123.16 - MACHINE-ROOM-LESS ELECTRIC TRACTION PASSENGER ELEVATORS

DIVISION 21 — FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 0500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 1000 - WATER BASED FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS

DIVISION 22 — PLUMBING

22 0500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR PLUMBING

22 0513 - COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR PLUMBING EQUIPMENT

22 0516 - EXPANSION FITTINGS AND LOOPS FOR PLUMBING PIPING

22 0519 - METERS AND GAGES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

22 0523 - GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR PLUMBING PIPING

22 0529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

22 0553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR PLUMBING PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

22 0700 - PLUMBING INSULATION

22 0800 - MINIMUM COMMISSIONING OF PLUMBING

22 1113 - FACILITY WATER DISTRIBUTION PIPING

22 1116 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING

22 1119 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 1123 - DOMESTIC WATER PUMPS

22 1313 - FACILITY SANITARY SEWERS

22 1316 - SANITARY WASTE AND VENT PIPING

22 1319 - SANITARY WASTE PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 1413 - FACILITY STORM DRAINAGE PIPING

22 1423 - STORM DRAINAGE PIPING SPECIALTIES

22 1429 - SUMP PUMPS

22 3100 - DOMESTIC WATER SOFTENERS

22 3450 - DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS

22 4000 - PLUMBING FIXTURES

DIVISION 23 — HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 0500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

23 0513 - COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

23 0516 - EXPANSION FITTINGS AND LOOPS FOR HVAC PIPING

23 0519 - METERS AND GAGES FOR HVAC PIPING

23 0523 - GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR HVAC PIPING

23 0529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 0548 - VIBRATION AND SEISMIC CONTROLS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 0553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 0593 - TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

23 0700 - HVAC INSULATION

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23 0800 - MINIMUM COMMISSIONING OF HVAC

23 0900 - INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC

23 1123 - FACILITY NATURAL GAS PIPING

23 2113 - HYDRONIC PIPING

23 2114 - UNDERGROUND HYDRONIC PIPING

23 2123 - HYDRONIC PUMPS

23 2300 - REFRIGERANT PIPING

23 2500 - HVAC WATER TREATMENT

23 3113 - METAL DUCTS

23 3300 - AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES

23 3423 - HVAC POWER VENTILATORS

23 3600 - AIR TERMINAL UNITS

23 3713 - DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, AND GRILLES

23 3723 - HVAC GRAVITY VENTILATORS

23 5216 - CONDENSING BOILERS

23 6426 - AIR-COOLED, ROTARY-SCREW WATER CHILLERS

23 7313 - MODULAR INDOOR CENTRAL-STATION AIR-HANDLING UNITS

23 8126 - SPLIT SYSTEM AIR CONDITIONERS

23 8233 - CONVECTORS

23 8239 - UNIT HEATERS

23 8316 - RADIANT HEATING HYDRONIC PIPING

DIVISION 26 — ELECTRICAL

26 0500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

26 0513 - MEDIUM-VOLTAGE CABLES

26 0519 - LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 0526 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0533 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0543 - UNDERGROUND DUCTS AND RACEWAYS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0544 - SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRICAL RACEWAYS AND CABLING

26 0553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0573 - COORDINATION STUDIES

26 0573 - SHORT-CIRCUIT STUDIES

26 0574 - OVERCURRENT PROTECTIVE DEVICE ARC-FLASH STUDY

26 0800 - SECTION 26 0800 - MINIMUM COMMISSIONING OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0913 - ELECTRICAL ENERGY METERING

26 0923 - LIGHTING CONTROL DEVICES

26 0943 - LIGHTING CONTROL SYSTEM

26 1200 - MEDIUM-VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

26 2200 - LOW VOLTAGE TRANSFORMERS

26 2413 - SWITCHBOARDS

26 2416 - PANELBOARDS

26 2726 - WIRING DEVICES

26 2813 - FUSES

26 2816 - ENCLOSED SWITCHES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

26 3213 - ENGINE GENERATORS (gsnatgas)

26 3600 - TRANSFER SWITCHES

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26 5100 - INTERIOR LIGHTING

26 5600 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING

DIVISION 27 — COMMUNICATIONS

27 0500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR COMMUNICATIONS

27 0526 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

27 0528 - PATHWAYS FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

27 0536 - LADDER RACK FOR TELECOMMUNICATION ROOMS

27 0553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEMS

27 1116 - TELECOMMUNICATION ROOM EQUIPMENT AND RACKS

27 1323 - COMMUNICATIONS OPTICAL FIBER BACKBONE CABLING

27 1513 - COMMUNICATIONS COPPER HORIZONTAL CABLING

27 1700 - TESTING AND ADMINISTRATION OF BALANCED TWISTED PAIR INFRASTRUCTURE

27 1800 - TESTING, IDENTIFICATION AND ADMINISTRATION OF FIBER INFRASTRUCTURE

27 4116 - INTEGRATED AUDIO VIDEO SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT

27 5123 - EDUCATIONAL INTERCOM AND PROGRAM SYSTEMS

27 5313 - SYNCHRONIZED CLOCK SYSTEMS

DIVISION 28 — ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 1400 - ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM HARDWARE

28 1500 - ACCESS CONTROL HARDWARE DEVICES

28 3100 - FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM

DIVISION 31 — EARTHWORK

31 1000 - SITE CLEARING

31 2000 - EARTH MOVING

DIVISION 32 — EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 1216 - ASPHALT PAVING

32 1313 - CONCRETE PAVING

32 1373 - CONCRETE PAVING JOINT SEALANTS

32 1723 - PAVEMENT MARKINGS

32 1816.13 - PLAYGROUND PROTECTIVE SURFACING

32 3113 - CHAIN LINK FENCES AND GATES

32 8400 - PLANTING IRRIGATION

32 9200 - TURF AND GRASSES

32 9300 - PLANTS

DIVISION 33 — UTILITIES

33 4200 - STORMWATER CONVEYANCE

33 4600 - SUBDRAINAGE

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

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DOCUMENT 00 2600 - PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Procurement Substitution Requests: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those indicated in the Procurement and Contracting Documents, submitted prior to receipt of bids.

B. Substitution Requests: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those indicated in the Contract Documents, submitted following Contract award. See Section 01 2500 "Substitution Procedures" for conditions under which Substitution requests will be considered following Contract award.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Substitutions: Investigate and document compatibility of proposed substitution with related products and materials. Engage a qualified testing agency to perform compatibility tests recommended by manufacturers.

1.3 PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Procurement Substitutions, General: By submitting a bid, the Bidder represents that its bid is based on materials and equipment described in the Procurement and Contracting Documents, including Addenda.

Bidders are encouraged to request approval of qualifying substitute materials and equipment when the Specifications Sections list materials and equipment by product or manufacturer name.

B. Procurement Substitution Requests will be received and considered by Owner when the following conditions are satisfied, as determined by Architect; otherwise requests will be returned without action:

1. Extensive revisions to the Contract Documents are not required.

2. Proposed changes are in keeping with the general intent of the Contract Documents, including the level of quality of the Work represented by the requirements therein.

3. The request is fully documented and properly submitted.

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Procurement Substitution Request: Submit to Architect. Procurement Substitution Request must be made in writing in compliance with the following requirements:

1. Requests for substitution of materials and equipment will be considered if received no later than 10 days prior to date of bid opening.

2. Submittal Format: Submit each written Procurement Substitution Request, using form bound in Project Manual.

a. Identify the product or the fabrication or installation method to be replaced in each request.

Include related Specifications Sections and drawing numbers.

b. Provide complete documentation on both the product specified and the proposed substitute, including the following information as appropriate:

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1) Point-by-point comparison of specified and proposed substitute product data, fabrication drawings, and installation procedures.

2) Copies of current, independent third-party test data of salient product or system characteristics.

3) Samples where applicable or when requested by Architect.

4) Detailed comparison of significant qualities of the proposed substitute with those of the Work specified. Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

5) Material test reports from a qualified testing agency indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

6) Research reports, where applicable, evidencing compliance with building code in effect for Project, from ICC-ES.

7) Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors, which will become necessary to accommodate the proposed substitute.

c. Provide certification by manufacturer that the substitute proposed is equal to or superior to that required by the Procurement and Contracting Documents, and that its in-place performance will be equal to or superior to the product or equipment specified in the application indicated.

d. Bidder, in submitting the Procurement Substitution Request, waives the right to additional payment or an extension of Contract Time because of the failure of the substitute to perform as represented in the Procurement Substitution Request.

B. Architect's Action:

1. Architect may request additional information or documentation necessary for evaluation of the Procurement Substitution Request. Architect will notify all bidders of acceptance of the proposed substitute by means of an Addendum to the Procurement and Contracting Documents.

C. Architect's approval of a substitute during bidding does not relieve Contractor of the responsibility to submit required shop drawings and to comply with all other requirements of the Contract Documents.

END OF DOCUMENT 00 2600

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 AVAILABLE PROJECT INFORMATION

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SECTION 00 3100 - AVAILABLE PROJECT INFORMATION

1.1 EXISTING REPORTS AND SURVEYS

A. GEOTECHNICAL REPORT

B. SEPTIC FIELD INVESTIGATION REPORT

C. GPR REPORT

D. INFILTRATION REPORT

E. ENVIRONMENTAL SITE ASSESSMENT

END OF DOCUMENT 00 3100

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 SUBSTITUTION DURING PROCUREMENT REQUEST FORM

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SECTION 00 4325 - SUBSTITUTION DURING PROCUREMENT REQUEST FORM

1.1 INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

A. Date: _________________________

B. Requesting substitution of ________________________________________________________

C. As specified in Section __________________________________________________________

D. Requested Substitute Product: ____________________________________________________

1.2 SUBMITTING PARTY’S STATEMENT

A. Circle “Y” for yes and “N” for no for each of the following statements and submit supporting data. Indicate impact for all statements below answered as no, with supporting data:

1. (Y) (N) Requested substitution offers Owner a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional responsibilities Owner must assume. Owner's additional responsibilities may include compensation to Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by Owner, and similar considerations.

2. (Y) (N) Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

3. (Y) (N) Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

4. (Y) (N) Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted in accordance with

“Product Substitution” and “Submittals” Articles in Division 01 Section “Product Requirements.”

5. (Y) (N) Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's Construction Schedule.

6. (Y) (N) Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

7. (Y) (N) Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

8. (Y) (N) Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

9. (Y) (N) Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

B. I hereby certify that the above statements are true.

Submitter’s signature

END OF DOCUMENT 00 4325

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 BIM TRANSFER WAIVER

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SECTION 00 6324 - BIM TRANSFER WAIVER

INTENT

A. This document amends and supplements the Digital Data Licensing Agreement AIA C106 - 2013 for requests for BIM Model from the Architect. All provisions which are not so amended or supplemented remain in full force and effect.

B. At the request of the Contractor, subcontractor, lower-tier subcontractor, or material supplier, and receipt of signed copy of Digital Data Licensing Agreement AIA C106, the Architect will transmit or send BIM model(s) requested.

C. MODIFICATIONS TO AIA C106

D. ARTICLE 3 – LICENSE CONDITIONS

E. Add the following clauses after the first sentence in Article 3:

1. We make no representation as to the compatibility of these files with your hardware or your software beyond the specified release of the referenced specifications.

2. Data contained on these electronic files are part of our instruments of service and shall not be used by you or anyone else receiving this data through or from you for any purpose other than as a convenience in the support of construction coordination for the referenced project. Any other use or reuse by you or by others will be at your sole risk and without liability or legal exposure to Tower Pinkster Titus Associates. You agree to make no claim and hereby waive, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any claim or cause of action of any nature against us, our officers, directors, employees, agents or subconsultants that may arise out of or in connection with your use of the electronic files.

3. Furthermore, you shall, to the fullest extent permitted by law, indemnify and hold us harmless against all damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and defense costs, arising out of or resulting from your use of these electronic files.

4. These electronic files are not construction documents. Differences may exist between these electronic files and corresponding hard-copy construction documents. We make no representation regarding the accuracy or completeness of the electronic files you receive. In the event that a conflict arises between the hard-copy construction documents prepared by us and the electronic files, the hard-copy construction documents shall govern. You are responsible for determining if any conflict exists. By your use of these electronic files, you are not relieved of your duty to fully comply with the contract documents, including, and without limitation, the need to check, confirm and coordinate all dimensions and details, take field measurements, verify field conditions and coordinate your work with that of other contractors for the project.

5. Because information presented on the electronic files can be modified, unintentionally or otherwise, we reserve the right to remove all indicia of ownership and/or involvement from each electronic display.

END OF DOCUMENT 00 6324

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 SUBSTITUTION DURING CONSTRUCTION REQUEST FORM

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SECTION 00 6325 - SUBSTITUTION DURING CONSTRUCTION REQUEST FORM

1.1 INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

A. Date: _________________________

B. Requesting substitution of ________________________________________________________

C. As specified in Section __________________________________________________________

D. Requested Substitute Product: ____________________________________________________

1.2 SUBMITTING PARTY’S STATEMENT

A. Circle “Y” for yes and “N” for no for each of the following statements and submit supporting data. Indicate impact for all statements below answered as no, with supporting data:

1. (Y) (N) Requested substitution offers Owner a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional responsibilities Owner must assume. Owner's additional responsibilities may include compensation to Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by Owner, and similar considerations.

2. (Y) (N) Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

3. (Y) (N) Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

4. (Y) (N) Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted in accordance with

“Product Substitution” and “Submittals” Articles in Division 01 Section “Product Requirements.”

5. (Y) (N) Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's Construction Schedule.

6. (Y) (N) Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

7. (Y) (N) Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

8. (Y) (N) Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

9. (Y) (N) Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

B. I hereby certify that the above statements are true.

Submitter’s signature

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1.3 CONTRACTOR’S STATEMENT

A. I have reviewed this substitution request and am in agreement with the information presented and statements made. This proposal is complete, and there will be no further charges to the Owner as a result of the acceptance of this substitution.

Contractor’s signature

END OF DOCUMENT 00 6325

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 ALTERNATES

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SECTION 01 2300 - ALTERNATES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for alternates.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Alternate: An amount proposed by bidders and stated on the Bid Form for certain work defined in the bidding requirements that may be added to or deducted from the base bid amount if the Owner decides to accept a corresponding change either in the amount of construction to be completed or in the products, materials, equipment, systems, or installation methods described in the Contract Documents.

1. Alternates described in this Section are part of the Work only if enumerated in the Agreement.

2. The cost or credit for each alternate is the net addition to or deduction from the Contract Sum to incorporate alternates into the Work. No other adjustments are made to the Contract Sum.

1.3 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected adjacent work as necessary to completely integrate work of the alternate into Project.

1. Include as part of each alternate, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete installation whether or not indicated as part of alternate.

2. The Schedule of Alternates does not specifically list all possible items affected by each alternate, review all documents for additional items.

B. Execute accepted alternates under the same conditions as other work of the Contract.

C. Schedule: A schedule of alternates is included at the end of this Section.

PART 2 - EXECUTION

2.1 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES

A. Alternate No. 1: SNOW MELT SYSTEM

1. Base Bid: No snow melt system

2. Alternate: Provide snow melt system between drop-off loops and main entry on southwest side of building. Refer to M800 sheets.

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END OF SECTION 01 2300

PROJECT NO. 21237.030 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 2500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 2300 "Alternates" for products selected under an alternate.

2. Section 01 6000 "Product Requirements" for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those required by the Contract Documents and proposed by Contractor.

1. Substitutions for Cause: Changes proposed by Contractor that are required due to changed Project conditions, such as unavailability of product, regulatory changes, or unavailability of required warranty terms.

a. Unavailability due to failure to procure products in a timely manner does not constitute substitution for cause, and will be considered as substitution for convenience.

2. Substitutions for Convenience: Changes proposed by Contractor or Owner that are not required in order to meet other Project requirements but may offer advantage to Contractor or Owner.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Substitution Requests: Submit documentation identifying product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Substitution Request Form: Use form provided in Project Manual.

2. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

a. Statement indicating why specified product or fabrication or installation method cannot be provided, if applicable.

b. Coordination of information, including a list of changes or revisions needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

c. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitutions with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable Specification Section. Significant qualities may include attributes, such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

d. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

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e. Samples, where applicable or requested.

f. Certificates and qualification data, where applicable or requested.

g. List of similar installations for completed projects, with project names and addresses as well as names and addresses of architects and owners.

h. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency, indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

i. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for Project, from ICC-

ES.

j. Detailed comparison of Contractor's construction schedule using proposed substitutions with products specified for the Work, including effect on the overall Contract Time. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating date of receipt of purchase order, lack of availability, or delays in delivery.

k. Cost information, including a proposal of change, if any, in the Contract Sum.

l. Contractor's certification that proposed substitution complies with requirements in the

Contract Documents, except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials and is appropriate for applications indicated.

m. Contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

3. Architect's Action: If necessary, Architect will request additional information or documentation for evaluation within seven days of receipt of a request for substitution. Architect will notify Contractor of acceptance or rejection of proposed substitution within 15 days of receipt of request, or seven days of receipt of additional information or documentation, whichever is later.

a. Forms of Acceptance: Change Order, Construction Change Directive, or Architect's

Supplemental Instructions for minor changes in the Work.

b. Use product specified if Architect does not issue a decision on use of a proposed substitution within time allocated.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Substitutions: Investigate and document compatibility of proposed substitution with related products and materials. Engage a qualified testing agency to perform compatibility tests recommended by manufacturers.

1.5 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected work as necessary to integrate work of the approved substitutions.

1.6 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Substitutions for Cause: Submit requests for substitution immediately on discovery of need for change, but not later than 15 days prior to time required for preparation and review of related submittals.

1. Conditions: Architect will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Architect will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

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a. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

b. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

c. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule.

d. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

e. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

f. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

g. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

h. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

B. Substitutions for Convenience: Architect will consider requests for substitution if received within 20 days after the Notice to Proceed. Requests received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of Architect.

1. Conditions: Architect will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Architect will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

a. Requested substitution offers Owner a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional responsibilities Owner must assume. Owner's additional responsibilities may include compensation to Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by Owner, and similar considerations.

b. Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

c. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

d. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

e. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule.

f. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

g. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

h. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

i. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

j. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

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PROJECT NO. 21237.030 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 2600 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for handling and processing Contract modifications.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 2500 "Substitution Procedures" for administrative procedures for handling requests for substitutions made after the Contract award.

1.2 MINOR CHANGES IN THE WORK

A. Architect will issue supplemental instructions authorizing minor changes in the Work, not involving adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time, on AIA Document G710 , Architect's Supplemental Instructions, or on a similar form of the Architect’s choosing..

1.3 PROPOSAL REQUESTS

A. Owner-Initiated Proposal Requests (Bulletins): Architect will issue a detailed description of proposed changes in the Work that may require adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time. If necessary, the description will include supplemental or revised Drawings and Specifications.

1. Work Change Proposal Requests issued by Architect are not instructions either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

2. Within time specified in Proposal Request or 20 days, when not otherwise specified, after receipt of Proposal Request, submit a quotation estimating cost adjustments to the Contract Sum and the Contract Time necessary to execute the change.

a. Include a list of quantities of products required or eliminated and unit costs, with total amount of purchases and credits to be made. If requested, furnish survey data to substantiate quantities.

b. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, equipment rental, and amounts of trade discounts.

c. Include costs of labor and supervision directly attributable to the change.

d. Include an updated Contractor's construction schedule that indicates the effect of the change, including, but not limited to, changes in activity duration, start and finish times, and activity relationship. Use available total float before requesting an extension of the Contract Time.

B. Contractor-Initiated Proposals: If latent or changed conditions require modifications to the Contract, Contractor may initiate a claim by submitting a request for a change to Architect.

1. Include a statement outlining reasons for the change and the effect of the change on the Work.

Provide a complete description of the proposed change. Indicate the effect of the proposed change on the Contract Sum and the Contract Time.

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2. Include a list of quantities of products required or eliminated and unit costs, with total amount of purchases and credits to be made. If requested, furnish survey data to substantiate quantities.

3. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, equipment rental, and amounts of trade discounts.

4. Include costs of labor and supervision directly attributable to the change.

5. Include an updated Contractor's construction schedule that indicates the effect of the change, including, but not limited to, changes in activity duration, start and finish times, and activity relationship. Use available total float before requesting an extension of the Contract Time.

6. Comply with requirements in Section 01 2500 "Substitution Procedures" if the proposed change requires substitution of one product or system for product or system specified.

1.4 ALLOWANCES

A. Allowance Adjustment: Base each Change Order Proposal Request for an allowance cost adjustment solely on the difference between the actual purchase amount and the allowance, multiplied by the final measurement of work in place, with reasonable allowances, where applicable, for cutting losses, tolerances, mixing wastes, normal product imperfections, and similar margins.

1. Include installation costs in the purchase amount only where indicated as part of the allowance.

2. When requested, prepare explanations and documentation to substantiate the margins claimed.

3. Submit substantiation of a change in scope of work claimed in the Change Orders related to unit cost allowances.

4. The Owner reserves the right to establish the actual quantity of work in place by independent quantity survey, measure, or count.

1.5 ADMINISTRATIVE CHANGE ORDERS

A. Unit-Price Adjustment: See Construction Managers documents Unit Prices for administrative procedures for preparation of Change Order Proposal for adjusting the Contract Sum to reflect measured scope of unit-price work.

1.6 CHANGE ORDER PROCEDURES

A. On Owner's approval of a Work Change Proposal Request, Architect will issue a Change Order for signatures of Owner and Contractor on AIA Document G701.

1.7 CONSTRUCTION CHANGE DIRECTIVE

A. Construction Change Directive: Architect may issue a Construction Change Directive on AIA Document G714. Construction Change Directive instructs Contractor to proceed with a change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

1. Construction Change Directive contains a complete description of change in the Work. It also designates method to be followed to determine change in the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

B. Documentation: Maintain detailed records on a time and material basis of work required by the Construction Change Directive.

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1. After completion of change, submit an itemized account and supporting data necessary to substantiate cost and time adjustments to the Contract.

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PROJECT NO. 21237.030 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

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SECTION 01 3100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General coordination procedures.

2. Coordination drawings.

3. RFIs.

4. Digital project management procedures.

5. Project meetings.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Construction Managers requirements for "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

2. Construction Managers requirements for "Construction Progress Documentation" for preparing and submitting Contractor's construction schedule.

3. Construction Managers requirements for "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

4. Construction Managers requirements for "Closeout Procedures" for coordinating closeout of the Contract.

5. Construction Managers requirements for “Project Meetings”

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. BIM: Building Information Modeling.

B. RFI: Request for Information. Request from Owner, Architect, or Contractor seeking information required by or clarifications of the Contract Documents.

1.3 GENERAL COORDINATION PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

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B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for Owner and separate contractors if coordination of their Work is required.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Preparation of the schedule of values.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

6. Preinstallation conferences.

7. Project closeout activities.

8. Startup and adjustment of systems.

1.4 REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information, clarification, or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified.

1. Architect will return without response those RFIs submitted to Architect by other entities controlled by Contractor.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in Contractor's work or work of subcontractors.

3. Owner's cost for Architect's services, at Architect's normal billing rate, in responding to requests for information from the Contractor, will be deducted from the Contract Amount if the intent of the documents is clear in the opinion of the Architect.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

1. Project name.

2. Owner name.

3. Owner's Project number.

4. Name of Architect.

5. Architect's Project number.

6. Date.

7. Name of Contractor.

8. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

9. RFI subject.

10. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

11. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

12. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

13. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

14. Contractor's signature.

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15. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

C. RFI Forms: AIA Document G716 or software-generated form with substantially the same content as indicated above, acceptable to Architect.

D. Architect's Action: Architect will review each RFI, determine action required, and respond. Allow seven days for Architect's response for each RFI. RFIs received by Architect after 1:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following Contractor-generated RFIs will be returned without action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for approval of Contractor's means and methods.

d. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract Documents.

e. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

f. Requests for interpretation of Architect's actions on submittals.

g. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

2. Architect's action may include a request for additional information, in which case Architect's time for response will date from time of receipt by Architect of additional information.

3. Architect's action on RFIs that may result in a change to the Contract Time or the Contract Sum may be eligible for Contractor to submit Change Proposal according to Section 01 2600 "Contract Modification Procedures."

a. If Contractor believes the RFI response warrants change in the Contract Time or the

Contract Sum, notify Architect in writing within five days of receipt of the RFI response.

E. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number. Submit log weekly. Software log with not less than the following:

1. Project name.

2. Name and address of Contractor.

3. Name and address of Architect.

4. RFI number including RFIs that were returned without action or withdrawn.

5. RFI description.

6. Date the RFI was submitted.

7. Date Architect's response was received.

F. On receipt of Architect's action, update the RFI log and immediately distribute the RFI response to affected parties. Review response and notify Architect within seven days if Contractor disagrees with response.

1.5 DIGITAL PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROCEDURES

A. Use of Architect's Digital Data Files: Digital data files of Architect's BIM model will be provided by Architect for Contractor's use during construction.

1. Digital data files may be used by Contractor in preparing coordination drawings, Shop Drawings, and Project record Drawings.

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2. Architect makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of digital data files as they relate to Contract Drawings.

3. Digital Drawing Software Program: Contract Drawings are available in.Revit 2022.

4. Contractor shall execute a data licensing agreement in the form of AIA Document C106 Digital

Data Licensing Agreement, with modifications on Document 00 6324 "BIM Transfer Waiver."

a. Subcontractors, and other parties granted access by Contractor to Architect's digital data files shall execute a data licensing agreement in the form of AIA Document C106, with modifications on Document 00 6324 "BIM Transfer Waiver."

B. Conditions of Use of Architect's Digital Data Files: As follows:

1. Architect makes no representation as to the compatibility of these files with user's hardware or software beyond the specified release of the referenced specifications.

2. Data contained on these electronic files are part of Architect's instruments of service and shall not be used by receiving party or anyone else receiving this data through or from receiving party for any purpose other than as a convenience in the support of construction coordination for the referenced project. Any other use or reuse by receiving party or by others will be at receiving party's sole risk and without liability or legal exposure to Tower Pinkster Titus Associates.

Receiving party agrees to make no claim and hereby waive, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any claim or cause of action of any nature against the Architect, its officers, directors, employees, agents or subconsultants that may arise out of or in connection with receiving party's use of the electronic files.

3. Furthermore, receiving party shall, to the fullest extent permitted by law, indemnify and hold Architect harmless against all damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and defense costs, arising out of or resulting from receiving party's use of these electronic files.

4. These electronic files are not construction documents. Differences may exist between these electronic files and corresponding hard-copy construction documents. We make no representation regarding the accuracy or completeness of the electronic files receiving party receives. In the event that a conflict arises between the hard-copy construction documents prepared by Architect and the electronic files, the hard-copy construction documents shall govern. Receiving party is responsible for determining if any conflict exists. By receiving party's use of these electronic files, receiving party is not relieved of any duty to fully comply with the contract documents, including, and without limitation, the need to check, confirm and coordinate all dimensions and details, take field measurements, verify field conditions and coordinate your work with that of other contractors for the project.

5. Because information presented on the electronic files can be modified, unintentionally or otherwise, Architect reserves the right to remove all indicia of ownership and/or involvement from each electronic display.

C. PDF Document Preparation: Where PDFs are required to be submitted to Architect, prepare as follows:

1. Assemble complete submittal package into a single indexed file incorporating submittal requirements of a single Specification Section and transmittal form with links enabling navigation to each item.

2. Name file with submittal number or other unique identifier, including revision identifier.

3. Certifications: Where digitally submitted certificates and certifications are required, provide a digital signature with digital certificate on where indicated.

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PROJECT NO. 21237.030 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 3300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Submittal schedule requirements.

2. Administrative and procedural requirements for submittals.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Construction Managers requirements for "Payment Procedures" for submitting Applications for Payment and the schedule of values.

2. Section 01 3100 "Project Management and Coordination" for submitting coordination drawings and subcontract list and for requirements for web-based Project software.

3. Construction Managers requirements for "Construction Progress Documentation" for submitting schedules and reports, including Contractor's construction schedule.

4. Section 01 4000 "Quality Requirements" for submitting test and inspection reports, and schedule of tests and inspections.

5. Section 01 7700 "Closeout Procedures" for submitting closeout submittals and maintenance material submittals.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require Architect's responsive action. Action submittals are those submittals indicated in individual Specification Sections as "action submittals."

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples…