Brighton WWTP Building Roof Replacements - Bid.pdf

Wastewater Treatment Buildings Roof Replacements

DATE: May 8, 2024

ITB: #ITB‐WW‐24‐01

ITEM: Wastewater Treatment Buildings Roof Replacements

DEADLINES: Deadline for bidder inquiries is Friday, May 17, 2024 at 4 p.m.

All addenda will be posted no later than Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4 p.m.

MANDATORY

PRE‐BID MEETING: Wednesday, May 15, 2024 – 10 am City of Brighton Wastewater Treatment Plant 6570 Hamburg Road, Brighton, MI

DUE DATE: Wednesday, May 22, 2024 – 10 am

QUESTIONS: All questions must be submitted via email (brookc@brightoncity.org)

1. SUBMISSION AND RECEIPT OF BID

To be considered, bids shall be received prior to the specified time of opening as designated on the bid form. NO LATE BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED. The City of Brighton reserves the right to postpone the opening for its own convenience. Bidders shall use the bid documents furnished as none other may be accepted. Bids are considered received when in the possession of the Brighton City Clerk. All bids shall be labeled with the ITB Number, item; as well as the aforementioned deadline date/time and the vendor name and address on the outside of the envelope.

Bids shall be sealed when submitted. Separate bids shall be submitted on each bid number and shall be typewritten or written in ink and legibly prepared. Bids having any erasures or corrections thereon may be rejected unless explained or initialed by the bidder. No faxed or emailed bids will be accepted.

SUBMITTALS MUST BE ENCLOSED IN SEALED ENVELOPES MARKED:

#ITB‐WW‐24‐01

City of Brighton City Hall 200 N. First Street Brighton, MI 48116

2. RESPONSIVE BIDS

All pages and the information requested here in shall be furnished completely in compliance with instructions.

The manner and format of submission is essential to permit prompt evaluation of all bids on a fair and uniform basis. Unless otherwise specified, the City of Brighton reserves the right to accept any item in the bid. Bidders

CITY OF BRIGHTON

may submit bids on any item or group of items, provided however, that the unit prices are shown as required.

Accordingly, the City of Brighton reserves the right to declare as non‐responsive and reject any incomplete bid if material information requested is not furnished, or where indirect or incomplete answers or information is provided. Alterations to the written requirements will negate any response. The City of Brighton appreciates efforts to reduce the waste. When possible, responses should be printed double‐sided to reduce paper use.

3. OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS

The City of Brighton officially distributes bid documents through the Michigan Intergovernmental Trade Network (MITN). Copies of documents obtained from any other source are not considered official copies. Only those vendors who obtain documents from the MITN system are guaranteed access to receive addendum information if such information is issued. If you obtained this document from a source other than MITN, it is recommended that you register on the MITN site, www.mitn.info and obtain an official copy and any addenda. The City of Brighton reserves the right to use any other method of distributing bid information; however, any additional method of distribution will also direct vendors to MITN.

This Invitation to Bid document contains all of the following:

Invitation to Bid and Contract Documents

Scope of Work

Contract Requirements

4. INTERPRETATION OF BID AND/OR CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

Neither the City Manager nor any of his representatives will give verbal instructions or verbal answers to any inquiries regarding the meaning of specifications prior to the award of the contract. Any verbal statement regarding the specifications by any persons associated with the City, prior to award, shall be unauthorized.

Clarifications to bid documents shall be requested in writing via email to the Director of Public Services, Marcel Goch, at gochm@brightoncity.org.

5. CHANGES AND ADDENDA TO BID DOCUMENTS

Each change or addendum issued in relation to this bid will be posted to MITN. It shall be the bidder’s responsibility to make inquiry as to the changes or addenda issued. All such charges or addenda shall become part of the contract and all bidders shall be bound by such changes or addenda. The City will post all addenda to these bid documents no later than Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00 pm, except in cases of emergency.

6. SPECIFICATIONS

Unless otherwise stated by bidder, the bid will be considered as being in strict accordance with the City’s applicable standard specifications, and any special specifications outlined in the document. Reference to a particular trade name, manufacturer’s catalogue, or model number are made for descriptive purposes to guide the bidder in interpreting the requirements of the City and should not be construed as excluding bids on other types or materials, equipment and supplies unless otherwise stated. However, the bidder, if awarded the contract, will be required to furnish the particular item referred to in the specifications or description unless departure or substitution is clearly noted and described in the bid. The City reserves the right to determine if equipment/product or service being bid is equal to the specified equipment/product or service requested.

7. ALTERNATES

Bidders are cautioned that any alternate bid, unless requested, or any changes, insertions, or omissions to the terms and conditions, specifications, or any other requirements of this bid, may be considered non‐responsive, and at the opinion of the City Manager, may result in rejection of the bid.

8. PRICING

Prices shall be stated in units of quantity specified in the Document. In case of a discrepancy in computing the amount of the bid, the unit price will govern.

9. TAXES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The City of Brighton and all agencies listed in this request are exempt from Federal Excise and State Sales Tax.

Please review The State of Michigan’s REVENUE ADMINISTRATIVE BULLETIN 1999‐2 for clarification https://www.michigan.gov/documents/rab99‐2_109055_7.pdf . The City’s tax number is 38‐6004526. General payment terms are Net 30 days upon receipt of goods and/or invoice for services, including progress payments (unless otherwise stated below). Cooperative members will provide their tax‐exempt status as required by the awarded vendor.

10. QUANTITIES

All quantities stated, unless indicated otherwise are estimates and the City reserves the right to increase or decrease the quantity at unit price bid, as may be reasonably necessary.

11. DELIVERY

Bids shall include all charges for delivery, packing, crating, etc., unless otherwise stated in the bid document.

General delivery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

12. AWARD

The bid will be awarded to that responsible, responsive bidder whose bid, conforming to this solicitation, will be most advantageous to the City, price and other factors considered. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, in part or whole and to waive informalities and minor irregularities in bids received.

13. WITHDRAWL OF BID

Bids may be withdrawn in person by a bidder, or authorized representative, provided their identity is made known and a receipt is signed for the bid, but only if the withdrawal is made prior to the stated bid deadline. No bid may be withdrawn for at least ninety (90) days after bid opening except the successful company whose prices shall remain firm for the entire contract period. In case of error by the bidder in making up a bid, the City may, by discretion, reject such a bid upon presentation of a letter by the Bidder, which sets forth the error, the cause thereof, and sufficient evidence to substantiate the claim. The City may, in its discretion, award the contract to the next qualified bidder, and the error by the initial bidder may be subject to penalties for default set forth in Section 18, below.

14. INFRINGEMENTS AND INDEMNIFICATIONS

The bidder, if awarded a contract, agrees to protect, defend, and save the City and the cooperative members listed herein, its officials, employees, departments and agents harmless against; any demand for payment for the use of any patented material, process, or device that may enter into the manufacture, construction, or from a part of the work covered by either order or contract; and from suits or charges of every nature and description brought against if for, or on account of, any injuries or damages received or sustained by any person or entity by or from any of the acts or omissions of the Contractor, the Contractor’s employees, or agents; from all liability claims, demands, judgments and expenses to persons or property occasioned, wholly, or in part, by the acts or omissions of the bidder, Contractor, agents or employees. The Contractor shall release, indemnify and hold the City, its officers, agents and employees harmless form liability of any kind or nature, including the Contractor’s use of any copyrighted or un‐copyrighted composition, secret process, patented or unpatented invention, article or appliance furnished or used in the performance of this contract.

15. SAMPLES

Generally, when required, samples will be specifically requested in the Invitation to Bid. Samples, when required, are to be furnished free of charge. Except for those samples destroyed or mutilated in testing, samples will be returned at an offeror request, transportation collect.

16. NON‐COLLUSION

By signing the bid, the offeror certifies that the bid submitted, has been arrived at independently and has been submitted without collusion with, and without any agreement, understanding or planned common course of action with, any other vendor of materials, supplies, equipment or services described in the invitation to Bid, designed to limit independent bidding or competition.

17. CANCELLATION

Unless otherwise stated in the additional terms and conditions listed in the ITB, any contract entered into as a result of this bid may be canceled by the City upon sixty (60) days’ notice, in writing, prior to the effective date of the cancellation. Further, any Participating agency may cancel its participation upon thirty (30) days written notice. Any cancellation under this provision shall not affect the rights and obligations attending orders outstanding at the time of cancellation, including any right to the City to indemnification by the Contractor, rights of payment for goods/services delivered and accepted, and rights attending any warranty or default in performance in association with any order. Cancellation of the contract due to the Contractor default may be immediate.

18. DEFAULT AND REMEDIES

Any of the following events shall constitute cause for the City of Brighton to declare Contractor in default of the contract:

Nonperformance of contractual requirements

A material breach of any term or condition of this contract.

Please note, the City of Brighton shall issue a written notice of default providing a period in which the Contractor shall have an opportunity to cure. Time allowed for cure shall not diminish or eliminate the Contractor’s liability for liquidated or other damages. If the default remains, after the Contractor has been provided the opportunity to cure, the City of Brighton may do one or more of the following:

Exercise any remedy provided by law;

Terminate this contract and any related contracts or portions thereof; or

Suspend the Contractor from receiving future bids solicitations.

19. LAWS AND REGULATIONS

All supplies, services and equipment offered and furnished shall comply fully with all applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.

20. GOVERNING LAW

This procurement and the resulting agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan. The construction and effect of any Participating Addendum or order against the contract(s) shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the participating entity’s State. Venue for any claim, dispute or action concerning an order placed against the contract(s) or the effect of a Participating Addendum shall be in Livingston County Circuit Court.

21. ASSIGNMENT/SUBCONTRACT

Contractor shall not assign, sell, transfer, subcontract or sublet rights, or delegate responsibilities under this contract, in whole or in part, without the prior written approval of the City of Brighton.

22. NONDISCRIMINATION

The offeror agrees to abide by the provisions of Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC 2000e), which prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment, or any applicant or recipient of services, on the basis of race, religion, color, or national origin; and further agrees to abide by Executive Order No. 11246, as amended, which prohibits discrimination on basis of sex; 45 CFR 90 which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, or the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disabilities. The offeror further agrees to furnish information and reports to requesting agencies, upon request, for the purpose of determining compliance with these statutes.

Offeror agrees to comply with each individual agency’s certification requirements, if any, as stated in the additional terms and conditions listed in the solicitation. This contract may be canceled if the offeror fails to comply with the provisions of these laws and regulations. The offeror must include this provision in every subcontract relating to purchases by the agencies to ensure that subcontractors and vendors are bound by this provision.

23. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of this contract is declared by a court to be illegal or in conflict with any law, the validity of the remaining terms and provisions shall not be affected; and the rights and obligations of the parties shall be construed and enforced as if the contract did not contain the particular provision held to be invalid.

24. FORCEMAJEURE

Neither party to this contract shall be held responsible for delay or default caused by fire, riot, acts of God and/or war, which is beyond that party’s reasonable control. The City of Brighton may terminate this contract after determining such delay or default will reasonably prevent successful performance of the contract.

25. BID PREPARATION COSTS

The City of Brighton is not liable for any costs incurred by the offeror in bid preparation.

26. CONFLICT OF INTEREST

The City of Brighton Charter requires that “no contract or purchase involving an amount in excess of one hundred dollars ($100) shall be made by the City in which any elective or appointive officer or any member of his family has any pecuniary interest, direct or indirect” unless the conflict is disclosed and approved by unanimous vote of the City Council. Brighton City Charter, Section 5.13:

In order to determine whether your company presents any potential conflict of interest with respect to the award of the subject contract, on a separate piece of paper, please disclose any familial or business relationships you have with any current or former employee, agent, consultant, officer or elected or appointed official of the City of Brighton, or others who are or have been within the past year, in a decision making position with the City of Brighton, and who may be able to grant favorable treatment with respect to being awarded this contract. Please disclose the full nature and extent of your relationship, for review by City Council regarding Charter compliance.

27. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

The Contractor shall be an independent contractor, and as such shall have no authorization, express or implied to bind the City of Brighton or the respective agencies to any agreements, settlements, liability or understanding whatsoever, and agrees not to perform any acts as agent for the City of Brighton or participating agencies, except as expressly set forth herein.

28. NON‐IRAN LINKED BUSINESSES

By the AUTHORIZATION/ACCEPTANCE OF SPECIFICATIONS below, “I certify and agree on behalf of myself and the company submitting this bid the following: (1) that I am duly authorized to legally bind the company submitting this bid; and (2) that the company submitting this bid is not an “Iran linked business,” as that term is defined in Section 2[e] of the Iran Economic Sanctions Act, being Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012; and (3) That I and the company submitting this bid will immediately comply with any further certifications or information submissions requested by the City in this regard.”

29. INSURANCE (REQUIRED FOR WORK ON OR WITHIN CITY PROPERTY/FACILITIES)

The Contractor, or any of their subcontractors, shall not commence work under this contract until they have obtained the insurance required under this paragraph, and shall keep such insurance in force during the entire life of this contract. All coverage shall be with insurance companies licensed and admitted doing business in the State of Michigan and acceptable to The City of Brighton. The requirements below should not be interpreted to limit the liability of the Contractor. All deductibles and Self Insured Retention (SIR’s) are the responsibility of the Contractor. The Contractor shall procure and maintain the following insurance coverage:

A. Worker’s Compensation Insurance including Employers’ Liability Coverage, in accordance with all applicable statutes of the State of Michigan.

B. Commercial General Liability Insurance on an “Occurrence Basis” with limits of liability not less than Two

Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) per occurrence and aggregate. Coverage shall include the following extensions: (A) Contractual Liability; (B) Products and Completed Operations; (C) Independent Contractors Coverage; (D) Broad Form General Liability Extensions or equivalent, if not already included.

C. Automobile Liability including Michigan No‐Fault Coverages, with limits of liability not less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) per occurrence, combined single limit for Bodily Injury, and Property Damage. Coverage shall include all owned vehicles, all non‐owned vehicles, and all hired vehicles.

D. Additional Insured: Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability, as described above, shall include an endorsement stating the following shall be Additional Insureds: The City of Brighton, all elected and appointed officials, all employees and volunteers, all boards, commissions, and/or authorities and board members, including employees and volunteers thereof. It is understood and agreed by naming The City of Brighton as additional insured, coverage afforded is considered to be primary and any other insurance The City of Brighton may have in effect shall be considered secondary and/or excess.

E. Cancellation Notice: All policies, as described above, shall include an endorsement stating that it is understood and agreed Thirty (30) days, Ten (10) days for non‐payment of premium, Advance Written Notice of Cancellation, Non‐Renewal, Reduction, and/or Material Change shall be sent to: The City of Brighton, Attention: Finance Director, 200 North First Street, Brighton, MI 48116.

F. Proof of Insurance Coverage: The Contractor shall provide The City of Brighton, at the time that the contracts are returned by him/her for execution, a Certificate of Insurance as well as the required endorsements. In lieu of required endorsements, if applicable, a copy of the policy sections where coverage is provided for additional insured and cancellation notice would be acceptable. Copies or certified copies of all policies mentioned above shall be furnished, if so requested.

G. If any of the above coverages expire during the term of this contract, the Contractor shall deliver renewal certificates and endorsements to the City of Brighton at least ten (10) days prior to the expiration date.

30. GENERAL SCOPE OF WORK

The City of Brighton, Michigan desires to employ the services of a contractor, or contractors, to replace the Loose Laid Ballasted Roofing System on four of its Wastewater Treatment System Buildings.

31. DETAILED SCOPE OF WORK

See attached Specifications and Drawings beginning on Page 17.

32. SCHEDULE

After contract award, the work shall commence at time agreed upon by the City and the contractor. Work shall be completed Monday through Friday, from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m., unless otherwise approved by the DPS Director. The contractor agrees to have the project completed by October 31, 2024.

33. BONDS

As part of your bid response, it will be required to provide bid security. The bid security must be a certified check or bid bond made out to the City of Brighton for Five Percent (5%) of the Total Bid, in a form approved by the City Attorney. The security will ensure that your company can meet the insurance requirements listed in Section 29 and will contract with the City to do all the required as specified herein. The Bid Security will be returned to all bidders after the work has been approved to proceed.

After receiving the Notice to Proceed and prior to any work beginning, a Performance Bond of One Hundred Percent (100%) of the bid amount shall be provided. The Performance Bond shall be returned after all work is completed to the City’s satisfaction. For multi‐year contracts, the City will accept a bond for the term of the contractor or a one‐year renewable Performance Bond, which shall be provided prior to work commencing each year.

34. COMPENSATION

The City shall pay the contractor within thirty (30) days after receipt of invoice providing all work has been completed to its satisfaction.

35. FAILURE TO PERFORM

Should the contractor fail to perform under the terms of the agreement, the Public Services Director shall notify the contractor of the corrective action needed. The corrective action shall occur within a timeframe agreed upon by both parties.

If the contractor continues to have problems meeting the agreement performance requirements, the City Manager shall make the final decision on the termination of the contract.

All necessary permits, licenses, insurance policies, etc., required by local, State or Federal laws will be provided and obtained by the contractor at the contractor’s sole expense for any work enumerated herein, or requested for performance under the terms of this agreement.

The contractor is presumed to know and shall strictly comply with all local, State or Federal laws, ordinances and/or requirements in any manner while engaged in the performance of the duties enumerated under this agreement.

36. SAFETY

Contractor is responsible for all jobsite safety security.

Contractor is responsible for initiating, maintaining, and supervising all safety precautions and programs in connection with the work.

Hard hats are required by Federal/State law in all construction areas. Federal and State Safety Inspectors have jurisdiction on the project.

If unsafe work practices are observed, the City of Brighton reserve the right to contact proper safety enforcement agencies.

37. PROCESS OF REVIEW OF BID

To be considered, your company must specialize in and have provided the services listed herein as indicated in the Detailed Scope of Work. Submit one (1) original and two (2) copies of the bid (PAGES 9‐16), in one sealed envelope or box.

PRICING & SCHEDULE PROPOSAL

Bid Sum Amount as Specified:

Wastewater Treatment Plant Base Bid (60 mil EPDM 30 yr. NDL):

_____________________________________________________________Dollars ($_______________________)

Irrigation Pump House Base Bid (60 mil EPDM 30 yr. NDL):

_____________________________________________________________Dollars ($_______________________)

EQ Building Base Bid (60 mil EPDM 30 yr. NDL):

_____________________________________________________________Dollars ($_______________________)

3rd Street Pump Station Base Bid (60 mil EPDM 30 yr. NDL):

_____________________________________________________________Dollars ($_______________________)

LUMP SUM IF AWARDED ALL PROJECTS Base Bid (60 mil EPDM 30 yr. NDL):

_____________________________________________________________Dollars ($_______________________)

UNIT PRICES

1. Additional work requested shall be established on a time and material basis. Requests must be made in writing by the owner or the owner’s representative. The cost for this request will be represented below as a unit cost. All unit prices are installed price.

A. Installation of new cast iron drains: ___________________________(each)

B. Wet or damaged insulation replacement: ________________________(square foot)

C. Wood Replacement:

2” x 4”: ______________________________________________ (lineal foot)

2” x 6”: ______________________________________________ (lineal foot)

2” x 8”: ______________________________________________ (lineal foot)

2” x 10”: _____________________________________________ (lineal foot)

2” x 12”: _____________________________________________ (lineal foot)

FIRM PRICE GUARANTEE

This price is firm for _____________________________ days (Minimum 90) from opening date and will become fixed upon contract award.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS

I , certify that I have read section 3 (Official Documents) of the invitation to bid and that the bid proposal documents contained herein were obtained directly from the City of Brighton, or MITN website, www.mitn.info and is an official copy of the authorized version.

AUTHORIZATION/ACCEPTANCE OF SPECIF ICATIONS

By signing below, I certify that I have read and understand the specifications herein and that I am duly authorized to contract on behalf of my company)

Signed Company _____________________________________

Printed

Address

Title City/State/Zip ___________________________________

Date

Contact Person

Phone Fax _________________________________________

Email Contact Cell Phone ____________________________________

CONTRACTOR QUESTIONNAIRE

Please give the following information regarding your proposal:

1. List references where this service has been provided in the last 5 years (municipal preferred).

Agency Name: Contact Person:

General Property Information: ____________________________________________________________

Phone #: E‐mail address: ________________________________

Details of Work Performed: _____________________________________________________________

Agency Name: Contact Person: __________________________

2. Name of your bank and financial references: ________________________________________________

3. How many years’ experience have you and/or your company had in this business?

YEARS Explain (if in a related field):

4. Has your company filed for bankruptcy or reorganized for financial reasons in the past 36 months?

NO YES

5. Include a list of equipment to be used for this project and if the equipment is owned/leased or rented.

SUBCONTRACTORS

Name of Firm: _______________________________________________________________________

Contact Person: _______________________________ Title: _________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ________________________

Work to be performed for general contractor: ______________________________________________

Name of Firm: _______________________________________________________________________

Contact Person: _______________________________ Title: _________________________________

Address: ____________________________________________________________________________

Phone: ________________________

Work to be performed for general contractor: ______________________________________________

The contractor shall not sublet, assign or transfer the contract or any portion of any payment due the contractor hereunder, without the written consent of the City. If it is the intention of the bidder to use subcontractor(s) for any of the work called for herein, the bidder shall provide the information required for each subcontractor, below.

LEGAL STATUS BIDDER

Fill out the appropriate section and strike out the other two.

Corporation State in which incorporated: _____________________ Year Incorporated: ____________________

Official title of person issuing response: ___________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________________________________________________

Website: ________________________________________________

Names and Titles of the corporation’s officers:

Name Title

Partnership Name of Members Address

Individual

Official Name: ____________________________________________________________________

Address: _________________________________________________________________________

Date Signed: _________________________________

Sure‐Seal® Design “B”

Loose Laid Ballasted

SPECIFICATIONS

PART 1 GENERAL

1. DESCRIPTION

A. The Brighton WWTP Service Building, , Irrigation Pump Station, and the EQ Building are located at 6570 Hamburg Road, Brighton, MI 48116. The 3rd Street Pump Station is located at 420 S Third Street, Brighton MI, 48116.

B. The project consists of installing Carlisle’s Sure‐Seal Loose Laid Ballasted Roofing System as outlined below:

Apply the Ballasted EPDM Roofing System in conjunction with new 1.5” iso over the existing insulation and concrete deck at the Service Building.

AND

Apply the Ballasted EPDM Roofing System in conjunction new 3.5” Insulation and tapered saddles after tear off of the existing ballasted EPDM and saturated insulation roof to expose the concrete deck for verification of suitable substrate as specified in this specification. This will take place at the 3rd Street Pump Station, EQ Building and Irrigation Pump Station.

2. EXTENT OF WORK

A. Provide all labor, material, tools, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the installation of a 60‐mil, thick non‐reinforced EPDM membrane Loose Laid Ballasted Roofing System including flashings and insulation as specified herein and as indicated on the drawings in accordance with the manufacturer’s most current specifications and details.

B. The roofing contractor shall be fully knowledgeable of all requirements of the contract documents and shall make themselves aware of all job site conditions that will affect their work.

C. The roofing contractor shall confirm all given information and advise the building owner, prior to bid, of any conflicts that will affect their cost proposal.

D. Any contractor who intends to submit a bid using a roofing system other than the approved manufacturer must submit for pre‐qualification in writing fourteen (14) days prior to the bid date. Any contractor who fails to submit all information as requested will be subject to rejection. Bids stating “as per plans and specs” will be unacceptable.

3. SUBMITTALS

A. Prior to starting work, the roofing contractor must submit the following:

1. Shop drawings showing layout, details of construction and identification of materials.

2. Sample of the manufacturer’s Total Systems Warranty covering all components of the roofing system.

3. Submit a letter of certification from the manufacturer which certifies the roofing contractor is authorized to install the manufacturer’s roofing system and lists foremen who have received training from the manufacturer along with the dates training was received.

4. Submit a letter of certification from the manufacturer stating the size and weight of the required ballast are in accordance with ANSI (American National Standards Institute) ANSI/SPRI RP‐4 (dated December 3, 2008) Wind Design Standard for Ballasted Single‐Ply Roofing Systems.

5. Certification of the manufacturer’s warranty reserve.

B. Upon completion of the installed work, submit copies of the manufacturer’s final inspection report to the specifier prior to the issuance of the manufacturer’s warranty.

4. PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver materials to the job site in the manufacturer’s original, unopened containers or wrappings with the manufacturer’s name, brand name and installation instructions intact and legible. Deliver in sufficient quantity to permit work to continue without interruption.

B. Comply with the manufacturer’s written instructions for proper material storage.

1. Store materials, except membrane, between 60°F and 80°F in dry areas protected from water and direct sunlight. If exposed to lower temperature, restore to 60°F minimum temperature before using.

2. Store materials containing solvents in dry, well‐ventilated spaces with proper fire and safety precautions. Keep lids on tight. Use before expiration of their shelf life.

3. Insulation/underlayment must be stored so that it is kept dry and is protected from the elements.

Store bundles flat and upright with the bottom of the bundles elevated (2” or more) above the finished surface.

4. Slit the insulation bundle packaging vertically down the center of the two short sides to prevent moisture accumulation within the package. Completely cover the bundle with a waterproof tarp and secure to prevent wind damage and / or displacement.

C. Any materials which are found to be damaged shall be removed and replaced at the applicator’s expense.

5. WORK SEQUENCE

A. Schedule and execute work to prevent leaks and excessive traffic on completed roof sections. Care should be exercised to provide protection for the interior of the building and to ensure water does not flow beneath any completed sections of the membrane system.

B. Do not disrupt activities in occupied spaces.

6. USE OF THE PREMISES

A. Before beginning work, the roofing contractor must secure approval from the building owner’s representative for the following:

1. Areas permitted for personnel parking.

2. Access to the site.

3. Areas permitted for storage of materials and debris.

4. Areas permitted for the location of cranes, hoists and chutes for loading and unloading materials to and from the roof.

B. Interior stairs or elevators may not be used for removing debris or delivering materials, except as authorized by the building superintendent.

7. EXISTING CONDITIONS

If discrepancies are discovered between the existing conditions and those noted on the drawings, immediately notify the owner’s representative by phone and solicit the manufacturer’s approval prior to commencing with the work. Necessary steps shall be taken to make the building watertight until the discrepancies are resolved.

Any conditions which are not shown on the shop drawings should be indicated on a copy of the shop drawing and included with bid submittal if necessary to clarify any conditions not shown.

8. TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

A. Temporary Utilities:

1. Power for construction purposes and lighting is not available at the site and will not be made available to the roofing contractor.

2. Provide all hoses, valves and connections for water from source designated by the owner when made available.

B. Temporary Sanitary Facilities ‐ Sanitary facilities will not be available at the job site. The roofing contractor shall be responsible for the provision and maintenance of portable toilets or their equal.

C. Building Site:

1. The roofing contractor shall use reasonable care and responsibility to protect the building and site against damages. The contractor shall be responsible for the correction of any damage incurred as a result of the performance of the contract.

2. The roofing contractor shall remove all construction debris from the job site in a timely and legally acceptable manner so as to not detract from the aesthetics or the functions of the building.

D. Security ‐ Obey the owner’s requirements for personnel identification, inspection and other security measures.

9. JOB SITE PROTECTION

A. The roofing contractor shall adequately protect building, paved areas, service drives, lawn, shrubs, trees, etc. from damage while performing the required work. Provide canvas, boards and sheet metal (properly secured) as necessary for protection and remove protection material at completion. The contractor shall repair or be responsible for costs to repair all property damaged during the roofing application.

B. During the roofing contractor’s performance of the work, the building owner will continue to occupy the existing building. The contractor shall take precautions to prevent the spread of dust and debris, particularly where such material may sift into the building. The roofing contractor shall provide labor and materials to construct, maintain and remove necessary temporary enclosures to prevent dust or debris in the construction area(s) from entering the remainder of the building.

C. Do not overload any portion of the building, either by use of or placement of equipment, storage of debris, or storage of materials.

D. Protect against fire and flame spread. Maintain proper and adequate fire extinguishers.

E. Take precautions to prevent drains from clogging during the roofing application. Remove debris at the completion of each day’s work and clean drains, if required. At completion, test drains to ensure the system is free running and drains are watertight. Remove strainers and plug drains in areas where work is in progress. Install flags or other telltales on plugs. Remove plugs each night and screen drain.

F. Store moisture susceptible materials above ground and protect with waterproof coverings.

G. Remove all traces of piled bulk materials and return the job site to its original condition upon completion of the work.

10. WORKMANSHIP

A. Applicators installing new roof, flashing and related work shall be factory trained and approved by the manufacturer they are representing.

B. All work shall be of highest quality and in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s published specifications and to the building owner’s satisfaction.

C. There shall be a supervisor on the job site at all times while work is in progress.

D. All field seams and flashing details are to be completed according to manufacturer’s specifications and details by the end of each work day.

11. QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The Sure‐Seal EPDM membrane roofing system must achieve a UL Class A rating.

B. The specified roofing assembly must have been successfully tested by a qualified testing agency to resist the design uplift pressures calculated according to local building code requirements.

C. The membrane must be manufactured by the material supplier. Manufacturer’s supplying membrane made by others are not acceptable.

D. The manufacturer must have a minimum of 30 years experience in the manufacturing of vulcanized, white or black, thermal set sheeting.

OR

The manufacturer shall have domestic manufacturing experience commensurate with the term of warranty coverage of the products supplied.

E. Unless otherwise noted in this specification, the roofing contractor must strictly comply with the manufacturer’s current specifications and details.

F. The roofing system must be installed by an applicator authorized and trained by the manufacturer in compliance with shop drawings as approved by the manufacturer. The roofing applicator shall be thoroughly experienced and upon request be able to provide evidence of having at least five (5) years successful experience installing single‐ply EPDM roofing systems and having installed at least one (1) EPDM roofing application or several similar systems of equal or greater size within one year.

G. Contractor shall have been an ESP or Perfection award recipient in the last three years.

AND

The applicator shall, upon request, be able to document three (3) installations completed more than two years prior to issuance of the contract documents, utilizing components of the proposed manufacturer, that are comparable to those required for the work and similar in scope and complexity. Provide complete contact information, warranty history for previous installations and demonstrate in‐service performance.

H. Provide adequate number of experienced workmen regularly engaged in this type of work who are skilled in the application techniques of the materials specified. Provide at least one thoroughly trained and experienced superintendent on the job at all times roofing work is in progress.

I. There shall be no deviations made from this specification or the approved shop drawings without the prior written approval of the specifier. Any deviation from the manufacturer’s installation procedures must be supported by a written certification on the manufacturer’s letterhead and presented for the specifier’s consideration.

J. Upon completion of the installation, the applicator shall arrange for an inspection to be made by a non‐ sales technical representative of the membrane manufacturer in order to identify any needed corrective repairs that will be required for warranty issuance. Notify the building owner seventy‐two

(72) hours prior to the manufacturer’s final inspection.

K. Inspector shall be employed and trained by the manufacturer and have received product‐specific training from the manufacturer of the products.

L. The Sure‐Seal EPDM Membrane exceeds 41,580 kJ/m2 under Xenon‐Arc UV Light testing used for testing “Resistance to Outdoor (Ultraviolet) Weathering.” (ASTM D 4637 Specification requires a 7560 kJ/m2 minimum total radiant exposure at 70 W/m2 irradiance at 176oF black panel temperature to pass.)The membrane shows no visible signs of cracking or crazing.

M. The Sure‐Seal EPDM Membrane achieves a zero (no growth) rating in the ASTM G21 test for fungi growth.

12. JOB CONDITIONS, CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

Refer to Carlisle’s Sure‐Seal Roofing System specification for General Job Site Considerations.

A. Safety Data Sheets (SDS) must be on location at all times during the transportation, storage and application of materials.

B. When positioning membrane sheets, exercise care to locate all field splices away from low spots and out of drain sumps. All field splices should be shingled to prevent bucking of water.

C. When loading materials onto the roof, the Carlisle Authorized Roofing Applicator must comply with the requirements of the building owner to prevent overloading and possible disturbance to the building structure.

D. Proceed with roofing work only when weather conditions are in compliance with the manufacturer’s recommended limitations, and when conditions will permit the work to proceed in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements and recommendations.

E. Proceed with work so new roofing materials are not subject to construction traffic. When necessary, new roof sections shall be protected and inspected upon completion for possible damage.

F. Provide protection, such as 3/4” thick plywood, for all roof areas exposed to traffic during construction.

Plywood must be smooth and free of fasteners and splinters.

G. The surface on which the insulation or roofing membrane is to be applied shall be clean, smooth, dry, and free of projections or contaminants that would prevent proper application of or be incompatible with the new installation, such as fins, sharp edges, foreign materials, oil and grease.

H. New roofing shall be complete and weathertight at the end of the work day.

I. Contaminants such as grease, fats and oils shall not be allowed to come in direct contact with the roofing membrane. An overlay of Epichlorohydrin membrane must be adhered around units which have the potential to emit solvents, grease or oil.

13. WARRANTY

A. Provide manufacturer’s 30 year Total System Warranty covering both labor and material with no dollar limitation. The maximum wind speed coverage shall be peak gusts of 55 mph measured at 10 meters above ground level. Certification is required with bid submittal indicating the manufacturer has reviewed and agreed to such wind coverage.

Note:

Warranty Length Minimum Membrane Thickness

30 year 60‐mil Sure‐Seal

B. Pro‐rated System Warranties shall not be accepted.

C. Warranty shall also cover leaks caused by hail:

1. Hail up to 2” diameter when 60‐mil Sure‐Seal is installed over Carlisle Insulation.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

1. GENERAL

A. All components of the specified roofing system shall be products of Carlisle SynTec or accepted by

Carlisle SynTec as compatible.

B. Unless otherwise approved by the specifier and accepted by the membrane manufacturer, all products

(including insulation, fasteners, fastening plates and edgings) must be manufactured and supplied by the roofing system manufacturer and covered by the warranty.

2. MEMBRANE

Furnish Sure‐Seal 60‐mil thick non‐reinforced EPDM (Ethylene, Propylene, Diene Terpolymer) in the largest sheet possible with 3” or 6” Factory‐Applied Tape (FAT). (Splice tape shall be a butyl/EPDM based polymer with a minimum thickness of 25‐mil.) The membrane shall conform to the minimum physical properties of ASTM D4637. Sheet widths range from 10 feet to 50 feet and length is maximum 200 feet long.

3. INSULATION/UNDERLAYMENT

A. Insulation shall be loose laid over the substrate and, when applicable, shall be installed in multiple layers. Mechanical attachment of the insulation is not required in accordance with the manufacturer’s published specifications.

B. Insulation shall be InsulBase as supplied by Carlisle SynTec. Minimum R‐value required is

1. Carlisle Insulbase Polyisocyanurate – A foam core insulation board covered on both sides with a medium weight fiber‐reinforced felt facer meeting ASTM C 1289‐06, Type II, Class 1, Grade 3 (25 psi). The product is available in 4’ x 8’ standard size with a thickness from 1 to 4 inches. 4’ x 4’ tapered panels are also available.

4. ADHESIVES, CLEANERS AND SEALANTS

All products shall be furnished by Carlisle and specifically formulated for the intended purpose.

A. 90‐8‐30A Bonding Adhesive: A high‐strength, yellow colored, synthetic rubber adhesive used for bonding Sure‐Seal/Sure‐White EPDM membranes to various surfaces. Available in 5 gallon pails.

B. Carlisle Weathered Membrane Cleaner: A clear, solvent‐based cleaner used to loosen and remove dirt and other contaminants from the surface of exposed EPDM membrane (for repairs, etc.) prior to applying EPDM Primer. Weathered Membrane Cleaner can also be used when applying Splicing Cement. Available in 1 and 5‐gallon pails.

C. Sure‐Seal Pressure‐Sensitive SecurTAPE™ (Factory Applied): A 6" wide by 100' long splice tape used for splicing adjoining sections of EPDM membrane. Complies with the South Coast Air Quality Management District Rule 1168.

D. HP‐250 EPDM Primer: A solvent‐based primer used to prepare the surface of EPDM membrane for application of Splice Tape or Pressure‐Sensitive products. This Primer can also be used in conjunction with EP‐95 Splicing Cement in lieu of Splice Cleaner. Available in 1 or 3 gallon pails and as CAV‐PRIME Pressurized Cylinders.

E. Lap Sealant: A black, heavy‐bodied material used to seal the exposed edges of a membrane splice. A pre‐formed Lap Sealant tool is included in each carton of Lap Sealant. Available in tubes.

F. Water Cut‐Off Mastic: A one‐component, low viscosity, self wetting, Butyl blend mastic used as a sealing agent between the EPDM membrane or Elastoform Flashing and applicable substrates.

Available in tubes.

G. Pourable Sealer: A black, two‐component, solvent‐free, polyurethane based product used for tie‐ins and as a sealant around hard‐to‐flash membrane penetrating objects such as clusters of pipes and for a daily seal when the completion of flashings and terminations cannot be completed by the end of each work day.

H. Universal Single‐Ply Sealant A one‐part polyether, non‐sagging sealant designed for sealing expansion joints, control joints and counterflashings. Available in white and gray.

5. FASTENERS AND PLATES

To be used for additional membrane securement:

A. HD 14‐10 Concrete Fastener: a #14 threaded fastener used for minimum 3,000 psi concrete decks.

B. HP Term Bar Nail‐In: a 1‐1/4” long expansion anchor with drive pin used for fastening Sure‐Seal

Termination Bar or Seam Fastening Plates to concrete, brick, or block walls. The fastener is set by hammering the drive pin into place.

C. Seam Fastening Plate: a 2” diameter metal fastening plate used in conjunction with RUSS or EPDM membrane for additional membrane securement.

D. Sure‐Seal Pressure‐Sensitive RUSS™ (Reinforced Universal Securement Strip): a 6” wide, nominal 45‐ mil thick clean, cured black reinforced EPDM membrane with 3” wide SecurTAPE laminated along one edge. 6” wide Pressure‐Sensitive RUSS is used horizontally or vertically at the base of walls, curbs, etc., in conjunction with 2” diameter Fastening Plates below the EPDM deck membrane for additional membrane securement (Polymer Seam Plates are required for steel decks).

6. METAL EDGING AND MEMBRANE TERMINATIONS

A. General: All metal edging s shall be tested and meet ANSI/SPRI ES‐1 standards and comply with International Building Code.

1. SecurEdge 200: a coping, snap‐on edge system consisting of a 24 gauge galvanized metal water dam and 24 gauge steel, Kynar 500 finish. Metal fascia color shall be as designated by the Owner's Representative. ANSI/SPRI ES‐1 Certified. Coping FM Approved 1‐90. Fascia FM Approved 1‐195.

B. Drip Edge: a metal fascia/edge system with a 22 or 24 gauge continuous anchor cleat and .032 inch thick aluminum or 24 gauge steel fascia. Metal fascia color shall be as designated by the Owner's Representative.

C. Sure‐Seal Ballast Retaining Bar: A ballast retaining perimeter securement system comprised of a slotted (4" on center) extruded mil aluminum retention bar with an integrated compression fastening strip. 1‐1/2" stainless steel fasteners with Neoprene washers are provided for stable securement.

D. Termination Bar: a 1” wide and .098” thick extruded aluminum bar pre‐punched 6” on center;

incorporates a sealant ledge to support Lap Sealant and provide increased stability for membrane terminations.

E. SecurEdge Term Bar Fascia: A 1.75” wide formed aluminum termination bar with pre‐slotted fastening holes for ease of locating and installing. The decorative cover is available in 0.040” aluminum or 24‐ gauge galvanized steel. SecurEdge Term Bar Fascia is manufactured in 12’ lengths for fewer joints/seams, fewer sections to handle and faster installation.

7. BALLAST

A. Rounded Water‐Worn Gravel

1. Nominal 1‐1/2” rounded water‐worn gravel which conforms to gradation #4 when sized in accordance with ASTM D 7655 method of sizing.

2. Nominal 2‐1/2” rounded water‐worn gravel which conforms to gradation #1 or #2 when sized in…