BRKR172012 Type B3 Specifications SIGNED.pdf

117th Air Refueling Wing, Sumpter Smith Joint National Guard Base, Birmingham International Airport, Birmingham, AL

ADAL BLAST FENCE

Specifications for the

Date: APRIL 2025 Revised: NA Job No: 18098/BRKR172012 Set No:

Submittal: B-3 (100%)

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ADAL Blast Fence 18098 / BRKR172012 April 2025 117th Air Refueler Wing, Sumpter Smith ANG Base Type B-3 (100%) Submittal Birmingham IAP, Birmingham, AL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 0102 PROJECT INFORMATION AND SUMMARY 6

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 0500 FIELD ENGINEERING 3

01 2000 PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES 3

01 3000 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS 10

01 3001 SUBMITTALS

- AF FORM 66

01 3553 SECURITY PROCEDURES 3

01 4000 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS 7

01 4100 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS 2

01 4217 DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS 3

01 5000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS 3

01 5100 TEMPORARY UTILITIES 2

01 5460 SAFETY AND HEALTH 5

01 5500 VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING 4

01 6000 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 10

01 7000 EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS 8

01 7419 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT AND DISPOSAL 10

01 7800 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS 7

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

03 3000 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE 23

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

31 0010 SITE PROTECTION 2

31 0200 TEMPORARY EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL 8

31 1001 SITE CLEARING 4

31 2210 EARTHWORK

- GEOTECHNICAL REPORT

- SUPPLEMENTAL LETTER REGARDING PAVEMENT RECOMMENDATIONS

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 1217 ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVING 4

32 1314 CEMENT CONCRETE PAVING 14

32 1720 PAVEMENT JOINT SEALANTS 6

32 1723.13 PAINTED PAVEMENT MARKINGS 6

32 9223 SODDING 5

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

33 3117 OUTSIDE WATER SYSTEM 6

33 4112 STORM DRAINAGE 6

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DIVISION 34 – TRANSPORTATION

34 7319 FULL POWER JET BLAST BARRIER/DEFLECTOR 13

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SECTION 000102 - PROJECT INFORMATION AND SUMMARY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Project Name: ADAL Blast Fence, located at 117th Air Refueling Wing, Sumpter Smith Joint National Guard Base, Birmingham International Airport, Birmingham, AL.

B. Government Project Number: BRKR172012

C. Architect's Project Number: 18098

D. The Owner, hereinafter referred to as the Government

E. Government's Representatives:

1. Contracting Officer: Mr. Steve Shanks

2. Contracting Specialist: CMSgt. (Ret.) William Hall

3. Contracting Officer Representative: Lt. Col. Jeff Farmer, Base Civil Engineer

4. Alternate Contracting Officer Representative: Captain Wilfredo Rodriguez, Deputy Base Civil Engineer

1.02 CONTRACT DURATION

A. 210 calendar days from notice to proceed to Beneficial Occupancy, this is in addition to 30 days for the punch list to be completely accomplished. The Government intends to occupy the adjacent aircraft apron for the duration of the project. The Contractor will be responsible for coordinating all work activities around the Government's ongoing airfield activities.

1.03 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. Project scope includes sitework, subgrade excavation, foundations, full power jet blast deflector system, concrete paving, and minor utility modificaitons. The proposed project includes the following:

1. Demolition:

a. In preparation for new blast deflectors, the project site-work includes, but is not limited to; demolition of existing blast deflectors and site pavings.

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2. Construction:

a. Two new full power jet blast deflectors size to acomodate full engine run-ups for the KC-135 aircraft.

b. New concrete paving systems connecting new blast deflectors to the existing concrete aircraft apron.

c. Relocation of existing flight line security lighting pole and relocation of flight line fuel system emergency shut off controls.

3. Sustainability Design and Energy Conservation:

a. The project design incorporates Sustainability Concepts to achieve optimal resourse efficiency, constructability, and energy conservation.

b. The project will not be registered with the USGBC, nor will it pursue certification by a third-party rating system.

c. However, the project is intended to be LEED Meritable in accordance with

ANGETL 15-01-01.

d. As such, specific sustainability goals are listed in the project specifications.

Contractor will be required to provide products and systems meeting the specified requirements and provide appropriate documentation during the submittal process to substantiate the product/systems ability to meet or exceed the specificed required.

1.04 PERMITS, FEES AND NOTICES

A. Unless otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, the Contractor shall secure and pay for the building permit and other permits and governmental fees, licenses, and inspections necessary for proper execution and completion of the Work which are customarily secured after award of the Construction Contract and which are in effect on the date of receipt of bids.

1. City of Birmingham Building Permit is not required.

2. The Contractor shall submit Form 7460-1 to the FAA for approval prior to commencing work on site.

B. The Contractor shall comply with and give notices required by all laws, ordinances, rules, regulations, and lawful orders of public authorities applicable to performance of

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the Work.

1.05 USE OF SITE AND MISC. REQUIREMENTS

A. The space available to the contractor for the performance of the work, either exclusively or in conjunction with others performing other construction as part of the project, is as per the Government's approval.

1. Other areas are off limits to all construction personnel.

2. Strict compliance to work area restrictions noted on the drawings are required.

Access to areas of the restricted area (aircraft apron) outside of the listed work area will not be acceptable. The Government will provide an escort to the Contractor at all times while work within the restricted area is ongoing.

B. Access to site will be limited; obtain Government's approval of proposed routes of access.

C. Keep existing sidewalks, roads, parking lots and drives on site clear and available at all times. Promptly remove mud, dirt, debris, etc. from sidewalks, streets, and public right-of-way during construction as it occurs.

1. Mud, debris, dirt, etc... is not permitted on the flight line. Contractor to clean all FOD (Foreign Object Debris) from flight line paving immediately after identifying potential FOD. FOD prevention training and flight line driving traning prior to be given access to work areas. Comply with Government instructions at all times regarding FOD prevention and prevention of damage to aircraft operating on the aircraft paving.

D. Storage areas on site are very minimal and will be limited to materials that are to be immediately used in the progress of the work. If additional storage is required, then Contractor shall secure and be responsible to pay for such off site storage in a fully bonded and insured facility acceptable to the Government, with all items clearly identified as being assigned to this project.

E. Provide secure temporary barricades, fencing, etc... as required to separate the Aircraft and Government Personnel from construction staging areas. Contractor shall construct low profile barriers as required to segregate work area from active portions of the aircraft apron. Barriers shall be delivered to the Government following completion of the project. A Government escort will be required at all times while work is ongoing within restricted areas. Contractor personnel shall remain within the designated work area at all times.

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F. Construction operations are not to affect any of the ongoing operations thought the site and/or adjacent sites. Construction equipment is not to be attached to, or swing over existing buildings to remain, public areas, occupied buildings or parking lots, right-of-ways, etc.

G. Comply with the Government's security requirements. Refer to Specifications 01 3553.

H. The contractor shall provide all testing, inspections, and similar services; these services also include those specified to be performed by an independent agency paid for by the General Contractor.

1.06 UTILITY OUTAGES AND SHUTDOWN

A. Project scope is not anticipated to require an utlity outages/shutdowns. If outages are required:

1. All electrical and communication shut downs shall be performed on a non-working day for the Government (Saturday, Sunday, Monday, or Holidays) unless specifically approved by the Contracting Officer Representative.

2. Limit shutdown of utility services to 8 hours at a time, arranged at least 72 hours in advance with the Government.

B. Prevent accidental disruption of utility services to other facilities.

C. Refer to drawings. An existing FAA communications ductbank is located on the project site. Routing of the ductbank is unkown. Contractor to carefully locate duct bank and advise the Government of its location. Final location of new blast deflector may be modified to coordinate with existing FAA Ductbank. Damage to duct bank and/or interruption to FAA communications will result in significant fines. Contractor shall be responsible for any and all fines levied by the FAA if ductbank is damaged or commuications interrrupted.

1.07 PHASING OF WORK

A. The work of this project shall be completed in two phases.

B. Phase I: Material Procurement and Delivery

1. In Phase I, the Contractor shall 1) prepare and submit for approval all required submittals, 2) acquire all required materials needed for the successful execution of the project scope.

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2. Work of Phase I shall be complete within 120 calendar days of the Notice to Proceed.

C. Phase II: On-Site Construction

1. Upon procurement and delivery of all required materials for the successful completion of the proposed work, the Contractor may begin on-site construction activities.

2. Contractor shall notify the Contracting Office and provide a minimum of two weeks notice prior to commencing on-site construction activities.

3. The scheduled start of on site construction activities will be subject to approval by the Contracting Officer and contingent upon the unit's ongoing KC-135 flying mission. If the mission requirements delay commencing on-site activies, equitable adjustment to the Contract Duration will be negotiated. No adjustment to the Contract Price will be granted for delays in commencing on-site activities.

4. The work of Phase II shall be completed within 90 days of the Notice to Proceed with on-site activities.

D. Roadway Re-Alignment:

1. Contractor to also coordinate the required apron access roadway re-alignment with all other construction activities to ensure timely completion of the work.

2. With approval of the Contracting Officer, roadway re-alignment may completed during Phase I to allow for proper curing time for new pavement systems prior to the start of Phase II - On Site Construction activities.

3. If conducted during Phase I, the Contracting Officer will provide written approval to commence roadway alignment activities.

4. If conducted during Phase I, roadway re-alignment will be required to be completed over non-UTA weekend (Friday from 1730 to Tuesday 0600).

Government escort will be required for roadway re-alignment activities.

5. If roadway re-alignment is completed during Phase II, the Contractor shall allow appopriate timeframe for paving curing after placement prior to utilizing the roadway for construction activities. Due to foreign object debris concern, access to the work area through sodded areas will not be allowed. Likewise, construction of a temporary access road will also not be allowed.

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E. The Contractor shall coordinate the work as required to ensure the ongoing KC-135 flying mission can be maintained.

1.08 PROJECT CONSULTANTS

A. The Architect, hereinafter referred to as Architect: Seay Seay & Litchfield P.C..

1. Address: 1115 South Court Street.

2. City, State, Zip: Montgomery AL 36104.

3. Phone/Fax: 334-263-5162 334-263-5170.

4. Project Manager: David Donovan, AIA, LEED AP

5. Prinicipals-in-Charge: Wes R. Osmer, AIA, LEED AP

B. Architect's Consultants:

1. Civil Engineering:

a. Professional Engineering Consultants

b. Address: 822 South McDough St..

c. City, State, Zip: Montgomery, AL, 36104.

d. Phone/Fax: 334-262-7307 / 334-262-7309.

e. Contact: Steve Green - Pat Moseley, PE

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SECTION 010500 - FIELD ENGINEERING

1. GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including requirements of the Government's Solicitation and other Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. General: This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for field engineering services, including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

1. Land Survey Work.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Certificates: Submit a certificate signed by the Land Surveyor or Professional Engineer certifying that the location and elevation of improvements comply with the Contract Documents.

B. Project Record Documents: Submit a record of Work performed and record survey data as required under provisions of Sections "Submittals" and "Project Closeout".

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Surveyor: Engage a Registered Land Surveyor registered in the State where the project is located, to perform land surveying services required.

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3.01 EXAMINATION

A. The Government will identify existing control points and property line corner stakes.

B. Verify layout information shown on the Drawings, in relation to the property survey and existing benchmarks before proceeding to layout the Work. Locate and protect existing benchmarks and control points. Preserve permanent reference points during construction.

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1. Do not change or relocate benchmarks or control points without prior written approval. Promptly report lost or destroyed reference points, or requirements to relocate reference points because of necessary changes in grades or locations.

2. Promptly replace lost or destroyed project control points. Base replacements on the original survey control points.

C. Establish and maintain a minimum of one permanent benchmark on the site, referenced to data established by survey control points.

1. Record benchmark locations, with horizontal and vertical data, on Project Record Documents.

D. Existing utilities and equipment: The existence and location of underground and other utilities and construction indicated as existing are not guaranteed. Before beginning sitework, investigate and verify the existence and location of underground utilities and other construction.

1. Prior to construction, verify the location and invert elevation at points of connection of sanitary sewer, storm sewer and water service piping.

2. The Government requires a dig permit to be submitted for and approved prior to drilling or digging that might impact underground utilities. Coordinate with Contracting Officer Representative in advance of activities requiring an approved dig permit. Submit permit application to Base Civil Engineering a minimum of one week prior to scheduled start of activities requiring a dig permit.

3. Coordinate with FAA for locating of FAA communications cabling located on the project site. Carefully locate FAA communiciation lines (if applicable ) and comply with all FAA requirements/directives. Damage to the existing ductbank or interrruption of FAA communications will result in significant fines. Contractor shall be responsible for any and all fines levied by the FAA if ductbank is damaged or communications interrrupted.

3.02 PERFORMANCE

A. Working from lines and levels established by the property survey, establish benchmarks and markers to set lines and levels at each story of construction and elsewhere as needed to properly locate each element of the Project. Calculate and measure required dimensions within indicated or recognized tolerances. Do not scale Drawings to determine dimensions.

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1. Advise entities engaged in construction activities, of marked lines and levels provided for their use.

2. As construction proceeds, check every major element for line, level and plumb.

B. Surveyor's Log: Maintain a surveyor's log of control and other survey Work. Make this log available for reference.

1. Record deviations from required lines and levels, and advise the Contracting Officer when deviations that exceed indicated or recognized tolerances are detected. On Project Record Drawings, record deviations that are accepted and not corrected.

C. Site Improvements: Locate and lay out site improvements, including pavements, stakes for grading, fill and topsoil placement, utility slopes and invert elevations by instrumentation and similar appropriate means.

D. Building Lines and Levels: Locate and lay out batter boards for structures, building foundations, column grids and locations, floor levels and control lines and levels required for mechanical and electrical Work.

E. Existing Utilities: Verify locations of all utilities prior to commencing. Furnish information necessary to adjust, move or relocate existing structures, utility poles, lines, services or other appurtenances located in, or affected by construction. Coordinate with local authorities having jurisdiction with construction.

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PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES 012000 - 1

SECTION 012000 - PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Procedures for preparation and submittal of applications for progress payments.

B. Documentation of changes in Contract Price and Contract Time.

C. Procedures for preparation and submittal of application for final payment.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

1.03 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Use Schedule of Values Form: AIA G703, edition stipulated in the Agreement.

B. Electronic media printout including equivalent information will be considered in lieu of standard form specified; submit draft to the Government for approval.

C. Format: Utilize the Table of Contents of this Project Manual. Identify each line item with number and title of the specification section.

1. Provide seperate line items for material and labor for each item of work.

2. Provide separate line items for each direct general contractor's cost for general conditions including:

a. Bonds

b. Insurance

c. Superintendent

d. Quality Control Representative

e. On Site Office Cost including rent (if applicable), utilities and supplies.

3. Break larger items of work down into line items not exceeding $50,000 in value unless specifically approved by the Government.

D. Revise schedule to list approved Change Orders, with each Application For Payment.

1. Change Orders should be listed as separate line items included at the end of the schedule of values.

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2. When a Change Order includes mutiple items of work, each item of work shall be listed as a separate line item with the approximate percentage complete for each scope of work listed.

E. Submit schedule of values within the timeframe outlined in the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction.

1.04 APPLICATIONS FOR PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. Comply with all requirements of the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. Additional requirements/explanations are listed below.

B. Use Form Government's Approved Form.

C. Electronic media printout including equivalent information will be considered in lieu of standard form specified; submit sample to the Government for approval.

D. Use data from approved Schedule of Values. Provide dollar value in each column for each line item for portion of work performed and for stored products.

1. List each authorized Change Order as a separate line item, listing Change Order number and dollar amount as for an original item of work.

E. Include the following with the application:

1. Transmittal letter as specified for submittals in Section 013000.

2. Construction progress schedule, revised and current as specified in Section 013000

3. Current construction photographs specified in Section 013000.

1.05 STORED MATERIALS:

A. Off-site stored materials must be authorized for consideration in the awarded contract and be approved by the Contracting Officer if the Contactor anticipates requesting payment for off-site stored materials prior to the materials being delivered to the project site and and/or placed into operation/construction.

B. The following will be required prior to approval of payment for off-site stored materials:

1. Bill of lading for materials.

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2. Documentation that the materials have been titled to the Contractor and will be used exclusively in the performance of the Contract.

3. Evidence of insurance for the facility storing the materials reflecting 100% total replacement value coverage.

4. Photographs of the materials being stored.

C. The Contracting Officer must verify and approve of off-site stored materials prior to approval of payment. Approval of off-site storage (item A above) will not guarantee approval of payment for off-site stored materials. Payment of off-site stored materials will be at the discretion of the Contracting Officer pending verification of the materials being stored and review of required documentation (item B above) offered by the Contractor with the application for payment.

1.06 MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. Comply with all requirements of the General Conditions of the Contractor for Construction.

B. Computation of Change in Contract Amount: As specified in the Agreement and Conditions of the Contract.

1.07 APPLICATION FOR FINAL PAYMENT

A. Comply with all requirements of the General Conditions of the Contractor for Construction.

B. Application for Final Payment will not be considered until the following have been accomplished:

1. All closeout procedures specified in Section 017000.

2. All stipulated requirements stated in the General Conditions of the Contract for Construction. .

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SECTION 013000 - ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Electronic document submittal service.

B. Preconstruction meeting.

C. Progress meetings.

D. Construction progress schedule.

E. Progress photographs.

F. Coordination drawings.

G. Section 01 7000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements

H. Section 01 7800 - Closeout Submittals

1.02 CONTRACTOR'S PROJECT ADMINISTRATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor's Project Manager: Responsible for overall project coordination.

B. Make the following types of submittals to Contracting Officer Representative through the Project Manager:

1. Requests for Interpretation.

2. Requests for substitution.

3. Shop drawings, product data, and samples.

4. Test and inspection reports.

5. Design data.

6. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

7. Applications for payment and change order requests.

8. Progress schedules.

9. Coordination drawings.

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10. Correction Punch List and Final Correction Punch List for Beneficial Occupancy.

11. Closeout submittals.

C. The Contractor shall provide project manager with minimum of five years experience on projects of similar size, scope, complexity, and cost. Project manager must be a full time employee of the General Contractor. Prior to construction the Contractor shall submit a resume of the project manager to the Government for approval.

D. In addition to the project manager, the Contractor shall provide a project superintendent who is dedicated, full time, to the project site. The construction superintendent shall have a minimum of five years experience serving as a project superintendent on projects of similar size, scope, complexity and cost. Prior to construction Contractor shall submit a resume of the project manager to the Government for approval.

E. The Contractor shall also identify a secondary Construction Superintendent that can fulfill the role of Construction Superintendent in the planned or unexpected absence of the full time construction superintendent. The secondary project superintendent requirement can be satisfied by the Project Manager or another employee of the General Contractor who possesses the commensurate expertise, experience, and project knowledge necessary to fulfill the responsibilties of the full time Construction Superintendent. Either the Construction Superintendent or Secondary Construction Superintendent must be on site at all times that any work is being performed by the General Contractor's personnel or any personnel from one of the project subcontractors.

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3.01 ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL SERVICE

A. All documents transmitted for purposes of administration of the contract are to be in electronic (PDF, MS Word, or MS Excel) format, as appropriate to the document, and transmitted via an Internet-based submittal service that receives, logs and stores documents, provides electronic stamping and signatures, and notifies addressees via email.

1. Besides submittals for review, information, and closeout, this procedure applies to Requests for Interpretation (RFIs), progress documentation, contract modification documents (e.g. supplementary instructions, change proposals, change orders), applications for payment, field reports and meeting minutes, Contractor's correction punchlist, and any other document any participant wishes to make part

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of the project record.

2. Contractor and Architect are required to use this service.

3. It is Contractor's responsibility to submit documents in allowable format.

4. Subcontractors, suppliers, and Architect's consultants will be permitted to use the service at no extra charge.

5. Users of the service need an email address, internet access, and PDF review software that includes ability to mark up and apply electronic stamps (such as Adobe Acrobat, www.adobe.com, or Bluebeam PDF Revu, www.bluebeam.com), unless such software capability is provided by the service provider.

6. Paper document transmittals will not be reviewed; emailed electronic documents will not be reviewed.

7. All other specified submittal and document transmission procedures apply, except that electronic document requirements do not apply to samples or color selection charts.

B. Submittal Service: The selected service is:

1. Newforma Project Center / Info Exchange.

C. Cost: The Government will, for the duration of the project, host the project on their Newforma Info Exchange Server at no Cost.

D. Orientation to the software is available on Newforma.com or Newformant.com.

E. Project Closeout: The Government will determine when to terminate the service for the project and is responsible for obtaining archive copies of files for the Government.

3.02 SUPERINTENDENT REQUIREMENTS:

A. General Contractor shall designate a project superintendent to be on site and in charge of the work for the duration of the project.

B. The Superintendent shall have experience in supervising and executing a minimum of 5 projects of similar scope and complexity.

C. Submit proposed superintendent's resume to Contracting Officer for approval prior to commencing on-site activities.

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D. Superintendent shall be equipped with a cellular device capable of placing phone calls and responding to electronic mail communication.

E. Superintendent's cellular phone number will be used by the Contracting Officer as the primary method of communication between the Contractor and the Government.

3.03 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Contractor will schedule a meeting after notice to proceed.

B. Attendance Required:

1. Contracting Officer Representative

2. Architect.

3. Contractor.

a. Contractor shall be represented, in person, at the preconstruction meeting by the proposed project superintendent and the proposed project manager. Project manager shall be an employee of the General Contractor. If a third-party project management approach is utilized by the General Contractor, both the third-party project manager and a representative of the General Contractor who is authorized to make decisions regarding project scope, cost, and time shall also be in attendance, in person, at the preconstruction meeting.

4. Blast Deflector System Manufacturer's Representative.

5. Contracting Officer.

C. Agenda:

1. Submission of list of subcontractors, list of products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

2. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract and .

3. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

4. Scheduling.

5. Use of "Newforma" online web application for RFI, submittals, etc... Refer to section 01 3001 for additional information.

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D. Architect will record minutes and distribute copies after meeting to participants, with copies to Architect, Contracting Officer Representative(s), Contracting Officer, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.04 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Contractor shall make arrangements for meetings, prepare agenda with copies for participants, preside at meetings.

B. Attendance Required: Job superintendent, Contractor's Project Manager, Contractor's Quality Control Supervisor, Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer Representative(s), Architect, and major Subcontractors/Suppliers when necessary/requested by the Government Contractor.

1. A minimum of bi-weekly meetings should be anticipated. More frequent meetings will be scheduled as dictated by the progress and quality of work observed ongoing at the project site. Contractor’s project superintendent and project manager shall attend all progress meetings in person.

2. Additionally, if a third-party project management approach is utilized by the General Contractor, both the third-party project manager and a representative of the General Contractor who is authorized to make decisions regarding project scope, cost, and time shall also be in attendance, in person, at a minimum of one progress meeting each month.

C. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems that impede, or will impede, planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Maintenance of progress schedule.

7. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

8. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

9. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

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10. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

11. Review of modifications to project record documents documenting changes made on site since previous progress meeting.

12. Other business relating to work.

D. Architect will record minutes and distribute copies after meeting to participants, with copies to Architect, Contracting Officer Representative(s), Contracting Officer, and Contractor. Contractor will be responsible for distributing minutes to suppliers/SubContractor and those affected by decisions made.

3.05 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Submit proposed project schedule as outlined in the Contract Documents.

B. General Requirements:

1. Time Frame: Extend schedule from date established for the Notice to Proceed to date of Beneficial Occupancy to date of Final Completion.

2. Activities: Treat each story or separate area as a separate numbered activity for each principal element of the Work. Comply with the following:

a. Activity Duration: Define activities so no activity is longer than twenty days, unless specifically allowed by the Government.

b. Procurement Activities: Include procurement process activities for long lead items and major items, requiring a cycle of more than 60 days, as separate activities in schedule. Procurement cycle activities include, but are not limited to, submittals, approvals, purchasing, fabrication, and delivery.

c. Submittal Review Time: Include review and resubmittal times indicated in Division 1 Section "Submittal Procedures" in schedule. Coordinate submittal review times in Contractor's Construction Schedule with Submittals Schedule.

d. Startup and Testing Time: Include not less than seven days for startup and testing.

e. Beneficial Occupancy: Indicate completion in advance of date established for Beneficial Occupancy, and allow time for the Government's administrative procedures necessary for certification of Beneficial Occupancy.

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3. Constraints: Include constraints and work restrictions indicated in the Contract Documents and as follows in schedule, and show how the sequence of the Work is affected.

a. Phasing: Arrange list of activities on schedule by phase.

b. Work by the Government: Include a separate activity for each portion of the Work performed by the Government.

c. Products Ordered in Advance: Include a separate activity for each product.

Include delivery date indicated in Division 1 Section "Summary." Delivery dates indicated stipulate the earliest possible delivery date.

d. Government-Furnished Products: Include a separate activity for each product.

Include delivery date indicated in Division 1 Section "Summary." Delivery dates indicated stipulate the earliest possible delivery date.

e. Work Restrictions: Show the effect of the following items on the schedule:

1) Coordination with existing construction.

2) Limitations of continued occupancies.

3) Uninterruptible services.

4) Partial occupancy before Beneficial Occupancy.

5) Use of premises restrictions.

6) Provisions for future construction.

7) Seasonal variations.

8) Environmental control.

4. Milestones: Include milestones indicated in the Contract Documents in schedule, including, but not limited to, the Notice to Proceed, review inspections by review agencies, Beneficial Occupancy, and Final Completion.

5. Cost Correlation: At the head of schedule, provide a cost correlation line, indicating planned and actual costs. On the line, show dollar volume of the Work performed as of dates used for preparation of payment requests.

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a. Refer to Division 1 Section "Payment Procedures" for cost reporting and payment procedures.

6. Contract Modifications: For each proposed contract modification and concurrent with its submission, prepare a time-impact analysis using fragnets to demonstrate the effect of the proposed change on the overall project schedule.

C. Gantt-Chart Schedule:

1. Submit a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart-type, Contractor's Construction Schedule within thirty days of date established fromthe Notice to Proceed . Base schedule on the Preliminary Construction Schedule and whatever updating and feedback was received since the start of Project.

2. Preparation: Indicate each significant construction activity separately. Identify first workday of each week with a continuous vertical line.

a. For construction activities that require 3 months or longer to complete, indicate an estimated completion percentage in ten percent increments within time bar.

D. Contractor's Construction Schedule Updating: At monthly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities. Issue schedule one week before each regularly scheduled progress meeting.

1. Revise schedule immediately after each meeting or other activity where revisions have been recognized or made. Issue updated schedule concurrently with the report of each such meeting.

2. As the Work progresses, indicate Actual Completion percentage for each activity.

E. Distribution: Distribute copies of approved schedule to the Government, separate contractors, testing and inspecting agencies, and other parties identified by Contractor with a need-to-know schedule responsibility.

F. Conflicts in the Contract Documents: Where conflicts occur in the contract documents the more expensive option shall be included for the contractor's pricing purposes unless otherwise clarified in writing by the Government. Prior to execution of the work the Government shall be consulted of all options, and a decision will be rendered by the Government.

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3.06 REPORTS

A. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report and email to all required parties by noon of the following work day, recording the following information concerning events at Project site:

1. List of subcontractors at Project site.

2. List of separate contractors at Project site.

3. Approximate count of personnel at Project site.

4. High and low temperatures and general weather conditions.

5. Accidents.

6. Meetings and significant decisions.

7. Unusual events (refer to special reports).

8. Stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses.

9. Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction.

10. Applicable photographs, noting location and condition.

3.07 PRE-CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS

A. Before starting construction, take one hundred color photographs and digital video recording of Project site and affected right-of-ways and surrounding properties and interior existing photos of affected areas from different vantage points, as directed by the Government. Show existing conditions adjacent to property.

3.08 PROGRESS PHOTOGRAPHS

A. Submit photographs with each application for payment, taken not more than 3 days prior to submission of application for payment.

B. Photography Type: Digital; electronic files.

C. Provide photographs of construction throughout progress of Work produced by an experienced photographer, who can also be an employee of the contractor, acceptable to the Government.

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D. In addition to periodic, recurring views, take photographs of each of the following events:

1. Completion of site clearing.

2. Excavations in progress.

3. Foundations in progress and upon completion.

4. Structural framing in progress and upon completion.

5. Enclosure of building, upon completion.

6. Final completion, minimum of ten (10) photos.

E. Views:

1. Provide non-aerial photographs from four cardinal views at each specified time, until date of Beneficial Occupancy.

2. Consult with the Government for instructions on views required.

3. Provide factual presentation.

4. Provide correct exposure and focus, high resolution and sharpness, maximum depth of field, and minimum distortion.

F. Digital Photographs: 24 bit color, minimum resolution of 1600 by 1200 ("2 megapixel"), in JPG format; provide files unaltered by photo editing software.

1. Delivery Medium: Via Newforma.

2. File Naming: Include project identification, date and time of view, and view identification.

3.09 SUBMITTALS

A. See section 01 3001 - Submittals.

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SECTION 013001 - SUBMITTALS

PART I - GENERAL

1.01 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Preparing and processing of submittals for review and action.

2. Preparing and processing of informational submittals.

B. Submit the following for the Contracting Officer's review and action:

1. Shop drawings.

2. Structural design information required by the contract documents.

3. Product data.

4. Samples.

5. Submittals indicated as "for approval."

6. Submittals for which procedures are not defined elsewhere.

7. Submittal register.

C. Submit the following as informational submittals:

1. Certificates.

2. Coordination drawings.

3. Reports.

4. Qualification statements for manufacturers/installers.

5. Submittals indicated as "for information only."

D. Specific submittals required are described in individual sections.

E. Related Sections: The following are specified elsewhere in Division 1:

1. Product submittals:

a. Product option submittals.

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b. Requests for substitution.

c. Operating and maintenance data.

d. Warranties.

e. Maintenance materials and tools.

2. Contract closeout submittals:

a. Equipment and systems demonstration reports.

b. Request for determination of Beneficial Occupancy.

c. Certificate of occupancy.

d. Project record documents.

e. Bonds.

1.02 DEFINITIONS

A. Shop Drawings: See General Conditions.

1. Shop drawings also include:

a. Product data specifically prepared for this project.

b. Shop or plant inspection and test reports, when made on specific materials, products, or systems to be used in the work.

B. Product Data: See General Conditions.

1. Product data submittals also include:

a. Performance curves, when issued by the manufacturer for all products of that type.

b. Selection data showing standard colors.

c. Wiring diagrams, when standard for all products of that type.

C. Samples: See General Conditions.

D. Informational Submittals: Submittals identified in the contract documents as to be submitted for information only.

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1.03 FORM OF SUBMITTALS

A. Use AF Form 3000 as the only acceptable form of approval and transmittal.

1. Transmit submittal data (including AF Form 3000) electronically. The Architect will provide and maintain an online website electrical submittal database for access by the Government, Architect, and Contractor.

2. Paper format submittals will not be accepted except where specifically approved by the Government prior to submission.

3. Use of Architect's "Newforma" Website Application:

a. General Contractor shall use Architect’s website software Newforma with access provided by the Architect to conduct all submittal reviews in electronic format.

b. All recordkeeping, date stamping, access controls, shall be accomplished and managed by the contractor with access given to the entire project team.

c. The software is capable of the following:

1) Markups & notations- marked electronically,

2) Sending submittals - Instant transfer, no maximum size

3) Logging & tracking,

4) Automatic reminders of outstanding items,

5) Central list of all required submittals for project team to work from,

6) Access for all team members to monitor submittal status & progress,

7) Clear version history with record of changes at each step.

d. Contractor shall be responsible for any scanning required to upload PDFs.

1) All submittals must bear the stamp of the General Contractor indicating that the General Contractor's personnel have reviewed the submittal for compliance with project requirements prior to uploading the submittal to "Newforma."

e. Orientation to the software is available on Newforma.com or Newformant.com.

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4. In addition, all RFIs, proposals, pay requests, action items, and electronic document management will be handled thru the Newforma Info Exchange site.

5. Upon approval of all submittals, the Contractor shall furnish the Government one hard copy of the reviewed submittal complete with all review comments, markups, and a completed AF Form 3000 for project record.

B. Physical samples: 3 sets of each.

1. 1 set will be returned.

2. Physical samples shall be sent via mail, overnight delivery, or courier at the Contractor's discretion but be logged into "Newforma" by the Contractor for tracking and reference.

3. If additional sets are needed by other entities involved in work represented by the samples, submit with original submittal.

4. Copies in excess of the number requested will not be returned.

C. Submittals for Operation & Maintenance:

1. Provide all submittal data for operation & maintenance in electronic format.

2. In addition to the electronic format, provide two copies of original warranty documentation for all specified warranties.

a. Warranty documentation to be 3-hole punched and bound together in a 3 ring binder.

b. Warranty documentation should be tabbed and organized by specification section.

1.04 COORDINATION OF SUBMITTALS

A. Coordinate submittals and activities that must be performed in sequence, so that the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative(s) have enough information to properly review the submittals.

B. Coordinate submittals of different types for the same product or system so that the Contracting Officer and Contracting Officer Representative(s) have enough information to properly review each submittal.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT USED)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 TIMING OF SUBMITTALS

A. Transmit each submittal at or before the time indicated on the approved schedule of submittals.

1. Prepare and submit for approval a schedule showing the required dates of submittal of all submittals.

2. Organize the schedule by the applicable specification section number.

3. Incorporate the contractor's construction schedule specified elsewhere.

4. Incorporate the quality control activities schedule specified elsewhere.

5. Submit within 15 days after commencement of the work.

6. Revise and resubmit the schedule for approval when requested.

B. Deliver each submittal requiring approval in time to allow for adequate review and processing time, including resubmittals if necessary; failure of the contractor in this respect will not be considered as grounds for an extension of the contract time.

C. Deliver each informational submittal prior to start of the work involved, unless the submittal is of a type which cannot be prepared until after completion of the work;

submit promptly.

D. If a submittal must be processed within a certain time in order to maintain the progress of the work, state so clearly on the submittal.

E. If a submittal must be delayed for coordination with other submittals not yet submitted, the Contracting Officer may either return the submittal with no action or notify the contractor of the other submittals which must be received before the submittal can be reviewed.

3.02 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES - GENERAL

A. Contractor Review: Sign each copy of each submittal certifying compliance with the requirements of the contract documents.

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B. Notify the Contracting Officer, in writing and at time of submittal, of all points upon which the submittal does not conform to the requirements of the contract documents, if any.

C. Do not commence work which requires review of any submittals until receipt of returned submittals with an acceptable action.

D. Do not allow submittals without an acceptable action marking to be used for the project.

E. Do not submit substitute items that have not been approved by means of the procedure specified elsewhere.

F. Do not include requests for substitution (either direct or indirect) on submittals;

comply with procedures for substitutions specified elsewhere.

G. Preparation of Submittals:

1. Label each copy of each submittal, with the following information:

a. Project name.

b. Date of submittal.

c. Contractor's name and address.

d. Architect's name and address.

e. Subcontractor's name and address.

f. Supplier's name and address.

g. Manufacturer's name.

h. Specification section where the submittal is specified.

i. Numbers of applicable drawings and details.

j. Other necessary identifying information.

k. Indicate whether manufacturer or other source is listed on the Government's preferred vendor list.

l. Use AF Form 3000 for the approval of submittal.

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2. When applicable, pack submittals suitably for shipment.

3. Submittals to receive Contracting Officer's action marking: Provide blank space on the label or on the submittal itself for action marking; minimum 4 inches wide by 5 inches high.

H. Transmittal of Submittals:

1. Submit all submittals to the Government.

2. Submittals will be accepted from the contractor only. Submittals received from other entities will be returned without review or action.

3. Submittals received without a transmittal form will be returned without review or action.

a. Project name.

b. Submittal date.

c. Transmittal number.

d. Specification section number.

e. To:

f. From:

g. Contractor's name.

h. Subcontractor's and supplier's names.

i. Manufacturer's name.

j. Submittal type (shop drawing, product data, sample, informational submittal).

k. Description of submittal.

l. Records of distribution.

m. Action marking.

n. Comments.

4. Fill out a separate transmittal form for each submittal; also include the following:

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a. Other relevant information.

b. Requests for additional information.

I. NOTE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ON RESUBMITTALS. In the event a re-submittal is required one re-submittal will be processed at no charge to the contractor.

3.03 SHOP DRAWINGS

A. Content: Include the following information:

1. Dimensions, at accurate scale.

2. All field measurements that have been taken, at accurate scale.

3. Names of specific products and materials used.

4. Details, identified by contract document sheet and detail numbers.

5. Show compliance with the specific standards referenced.

6. Coordination requirements; show relationship to adjacent or critical work.

7. Name of preparing firm.

B. Preparation:

1. Reproductions of contract documents are not acceptable as shop drawings.

2. Copies of standard printed documents are not acceptable as shop drawings.

3. Identify as indicated for all submittals.

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