Clarksburg CH Phase 1 Design 95 Percent Specifications.pdf

Clarksburg Courthouse Phase 1 Design Project

Clarksburg Federal Building & Courthouse

Clarksburg, WV

General Services Administration

SPECIFICATIONS

95 Percent Submission

19 July 2022

Contract Number: GS‐03‐P‐17‐DX‐D‐0003

Order Number: 47PD0220F0017

Our Ref: 164.59 7900 Westpark Dr., Suite A405 McLean, VA 22102

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

011000 Summary 011400 Work Restrictions 012500 Substitution Procedures 012900 Payment Procedures 013000 Electronic Project Management (ePM) System 013100 Project Management and Coordination 013110 Critical Path Method Scheduling 013200 Construction Progress Documentation 013220 Photographic Documentation 013300 Submittal Procedures 013510 Historic Building Treatment Procedures 014000 Quality Assurance & Control Requirements Guidance 014200 References 015000 Temporary Facilities and Controls 015930 Security Regulations 015950 Safety and Health 016000 Product Requirements 017000 Execution Requirements 017310 Cutting and Patching 017320 Selective Demolition 017350 Fire Prevention Precautions for Hot Work 017410 Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management 017419 Construction Nonhazardous Waste Management and Disposal 017700 Closeout Procedures 017810 Project Record Documents 017822 Operation and Maintenance Documentation 019113 General Commissioning Requirements

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

020850 Asbestos Abatement Procedures 020900 Control of Lead Based Paint 024116 Structural Demolition 024119 Selective Demolition

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

032000 Concrete Reinforcing 033000 Cast-In-Place Concrete 035416 Hydraulic Cement Underlayment

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

042200 Concrete Unit Masonry 042613 Masonry Veneer

044313.13 Anchored Stone Masonry Veneer

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DIVISION 5 – METALS

051200 Structural Steel Framing 053100 Steel Decking 054000 Cold-Formed Metal Framing 055000 Metal Fabrications 055113 Metal Pan Stairs 055213 Pipe and Tube Railings 055313 Bar Gratings 057500 Decorative Formed Metal

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

061053 Miscellaneous Rough Carpentry 061600 Sheathing 064023 Interior Architectural Woodwork 064113 Wood-Veneer-Faced Architectural Cabinets 064116 Plastic-Laminate Clad Architectural Cabinets 064800 Wood Frames

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

071113 Bituminous Dampproofing 071700 Bentonite Waterproofing 072100 Thermal Insulation 072119 Foamed-in-place Insulation 072715 Nonbituminous Self-Adhering Sheet Air Barriers

074213.19 Insulated Metal Wall Panels

075216 Styrene-Butadiene-Styrene (Sbs) Modified Bituminous Membrane Roofing 076200 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim 077100 Roof Specialties 077200 Roof Accessories 078100 Applied Fireproofing 078413 Penetration Firestopping 078443 Joint Firestopping 079200 Joint Sealants 079219 Acoustical Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 – OPENINGS

081113 Hollow Metal Doors And Frames 081416 Flush Wood Doors 081433 Stile And Rail Wood Doors

083113.53 Security Access Doors And Frames

083463 Detention Enclosures And Doors 083463 Detention Doors And Frames

083473.16 Wood Sound Control Door Assemblies

085113 Aluminum Windows 087100 Door Hardware 087163 Detention Door Hardware 088000 Glazing 088113 Decorative Glazing Overlay 088300 Mirrors 089119 Fixed Louvers

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DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

090561.13 Moisture Vapor Emission Control

092116.23 Gypsum Board Shaft Wall Assemblies

092216 Non-Structural Metal Framing 092400 Cement Plastering 092900 Gypsum Board 093013 Ceramic Tiling 093033 Stone Tiling 095113 Acoustical Panel Ceilings 095753 Security Ceiling Assemblies 096400 Wood Flooring 096513 Resilient Base and Accessories 096519 Resilient Tile Flooring 096566 Resilient Athletic Flooring 096623 Resinous Matrix Terrazzo Flooring 096813 Tile Carpeting 097200 Wall Coverings 097513 Stone Wall Facing 097723 Fabric-Wrapped Panels 099113 Exterior Painting 099123 Interior Painting 099300 Staining and Transparent Finishing

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

101423.13 Room-Identification Signage

102113.40 Stone Toilet Compartments

102800 Toilet, Bath and Laundry Accessories

102813.63 Detention Toilet Accessories

104513 Photoluminescent Egress Path Markings

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

111916 Detention Gun Lockers

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

123640 Stone Countertops

123661.16 Solid Surfacing Countertops

123661.19 Quartz Agglomerate Countertops

125500 Detention Furniture 125683 Custom Institutional Furniture

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

130700 Bullet Resistant Materials

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

142400 Hydraulic Elevators

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION

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210517 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Fire-Suppression Piping 210518 Escutcheons for Fire-Suppression Piping 210523 General-Duty Valves for Water-Based Fire-Suppression Piping 210529 Hangers and Supports for Fire Suppression Piping and Equipment 210553 Identification for Fire-Suppression Piping and Equipment 211119 Fire Department Connections 211313 Wet-Pipe Sprinkler Systems

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

220513 Common Motor Requirements for Plumbing Equipment 220517 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Plumbing Piping 220518 Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping 220519 Meters and Gages for Plumbing Piping

220523.12 Ball Valves for Plumbing Piping

220523.14 Check Valves for Plumbing Piping

220523.15 Gate Valves for Plumbing Piping

220529 Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 220533 Heat Tracing for Plumbing Piping

220548.13 Vibration Controls for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 220553 Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 220593 Testing, Adjusting, And Balancing for Plumbing 220716 Plumbing Equipment Insulation 220719 Plumbing Piping Insulation 220800 Commissioning of Plumbing 221116 Domestic Water Piping 221119 Domestic Water Piping Specialties

221123.21 Inline, Domestic-water Pumps

221316 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping 221319 Sanitary Waste Piping Specialties

221319.13 Sanitary Drains

221413 Facility Storm Drainage Piping 221423 Storm Drainage Piping Specialties 223400 Fuel-fired, Domestic-water Heaters

224213.13 Commercial Water Closets

224213.16 Commercial Urinals

224216.13 Commercial Lavatories

224216.16 Commercial Sinks

224500 Emergency Plumbing Fixtures 224600 Security Plumbing Fixtures 224713 Drinking Fountains

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC)

230513 Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment 230517 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for HVAC Piping 230518 Escutcheons for HVAC Piping 230519 Meters and Gages for HVAC Piping

230523.12 Ball Valves for HVAC Piping

230523.14 Check Valves for HVAC Piping

230523.15 Gate Valves for HVAC Piping

230529 Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment 230533 Heat Tracing for HVAC Piping 230548 Vibration and Seismic Controls for HVAC 230553 Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment

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230593 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing For HVAC 230713 Duct Insulation 230716 HVAC Equipment Insulation 230719 HVAC Piping Insulation 230800 Commissioning of HVAC 230923 Direct Digital Control (DDC) System for HVAC

230923.11 Control Valves

230923.12 Control Dampers

230923.13 Energy Meters

230923.14 Flow Instruments

230923.19 Moisture Instruments

230923.23 Pressure Instruments

230923.24 Speed Instruments

230923.27 Temperature Instruments

230923.43 Weather Stations

231123 Facility Natural-Gas Piping 232113 Hydronic Piping 232116 Hydronic Piping Specialties 232123 Hydronic Pumps 232300 Refrigerant Piping 232513 Water Treatment for Closed-Loop Hydronic Systems 233113 Metal Ducts 233300 Air Duct Accessories 233346 Flexible Ducts 233413 Axial HVAC Fans 233416 Centrifugal HVAC Fans 233423 HVAC Power Ventilators 233600 Air Terminal Units

233713.13 Air Diffusers

233713.23 Registers and Grilles

233723 HVAC Gravity Ventilators 234100 Particulate Air Filtration 235216 Condensing Boilers

236426.13 Air-Cooled, Rotary-Screw Water Chillers

237313.16 Indoor, Semi-Custom Air-Handling Units

238216.11 Hydronic Air Coils

238239.13 Cabinet Unit Heaters

238239.16 Propeller Unit Heaters

238413.29 Self-contained Steam Humidifiers

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

260010 Supplemental Requirements for Electrical 260011 Facility Performance Requirements for Electrical 260519 Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 260523 Control-Voltage Electrical Power Cables 260526 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 260529 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems 260533 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems 260544 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electrical Raceways and Cabling 260553 Identification for Electrical Systems 260800 Commissioning of Electrical Systems 260923 Lighting Control Devices 262213 Low-Voltage Distribution Transformers 262413 Switchboards

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262416 Panelboards 262726 Wiring Devices 262816 Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 262923 Variable-Frequency Motor Controllers 264313 Surge Protective Devices for Low-Voltage Electrical Power Circuits 265119 LED Interior Lighting 265213 Emergency and Exit Lighting

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

270528 Pathways for Communications Systems 270529 Hangers and Supports for Communications Systems 270536 Cable Trays for Communications Systems 271116 Communications Racks, Frames, And Enclosures 271323 Communications Optical Fiber Backbone Cabling 271513 Communications Copper Horizontal Cabling

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

284621.11 Addressable Fire-Alarm Systems

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SECTION 011000 – SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Name and Location:

Clarksburg Courthouse Phase 1 Design Project Clarksburg Courthouse 500 W Pike Street Clarksburg, WV 26301

B. Project Summary Description:

The work of this project includes the modernization of the existing facility to construct a new courtroom, judge’s elevator, and supporting clerk’s office spaces. The renovations shall include space modifications within the existing USMS area to include relocating the prisoner processing area and new isolation cell to accommodate the new court space.

The work includes the demolition of existing areas, hazardous material abatement, and fire protection work. Modifications to the existing structure are required to relocate building columns, strengthen for seismic and blast requirements and to support the overall renovations.

A new mechanical penthouse is to be provided to support the new equipment to serve both the courts and USMS spaces. The project includes upgrades to the mechanical and electrical systems serving the entire building.

The project will be phased as the building shall remain occupied during construction.

C. Architect-Engineer : The term Architect-Engineer refers to the project designer. The Architect- Engineer's status relative to the construction will be stated in writing by the Contracting Officer prior to the pre-construction conference. The project was designed by:

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7900 Westpark Dr., Suite A405 McLean, VA 22102 703-556-8820

D. Project Delivery Method: [List method (traditional, CMc, design/build, design/build-bridging being used by the project team.]

E. Project Architect:

MTFA Architecture Inc.

3200 Lee Highway Arlington, VA 22207

F. [Identify Construction Manager as Advisor (CMa) Retain the following paragraph if project is managed for the Government by a Construction Manager.]

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G. [Coordinate with section 013100 part 1.6 C and identify partnering consultant here.

Partnering is required for all construction projects in excess of $10 million estimated construction cost (ECC). Projects under $ 10 million are encouraged to use partnering.] See GSA’s Partnering with the Public Building Service Policy dated March 5, 2014.

H. The Contracting Officer for the project is:

Jeffery Linskens 100 S Independence Mall West Philadelphia, PA 19106

(215) 446-4603 Jeffery.linskens@gsa.gov

1.2 WORK SEQUENCE [Remove 1.2 if the project is not phased.]`

A. The building shall remain occupied during construction and shall be conducted in phases.

Occupancy notifications are to be posted in a prominent location in and near the work area. Prior to commencing work, the Contractor provide a plan to the Contracting Officer that details the sequence of construction, means of access, space for storage of materials and equipment, and use of approaches, corridors, and stairways.

1.5 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. Work in existing facilities shall correspond in all respects with the existing conditions to which it connects, or to similar existing conditions, in materials, workmanship and finish.

B. Alterations to Existing Conditions: Existing conditions shall be cut, drilled, removed, temporarily removed, or removed and replaced, as necessary for performance of Work under the Contract.

Work out of alignment where exposed by removal of existing work shall be called to the attention of GSA. Necessary corrective work shall be as directed.

1. Replacements of existing conditions that are removed shall match similar existing conditions.

2. Unless otherwise indicated, existing structural members shall not be cut or altered without authorization by the Contracting Officer.

3. Conditions remaining in place, which are damaged or defaced during the Work, shall be restored to the condition existing at time of award of Contract.

4. Discolored or unfinished surfaces exposed by removal of existing conditions, that are indicated to be final exposed surfaces, shall be refinished or replaced as necessary to produce uniform and harmonious contiguous surfaces.

C. Existing structures will remain in place.

D. Existing utility services with related meters and equipment will remain in place.

E. Removed items indicated to remain the property of the Government shall be stored on site where directed by the Contracting Officer.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

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SECTION 011400 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. The Contractor will review and document the existing conditions surrounding the project premises. Provide documentation to the Government prior to the commencement of any construction activity.

B. The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the work in areas indicated, and to allow for Government occupancy and public use.

1. Confine operations at the site to areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which Work is indicated.

2. Keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available at all times to the Government, Government employees and to visitors. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

3. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of material and equipment on site.

4. Maintain existing building in a safe and weather-tight condition throughout the construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations to the satisfaction of the government. Take precautions to protect the building, its occupants and the public during the construction period. A representative of the Contractor shall be available to arrive on site within one (1) hour of notice should an emergency occur.

5. Keep public areas, such as hallways, stairs, lobbies and toilet rooms, free from accumulation of waste material, rubbish, construction debris and construction materials.

6. Space on the premises will be made available for the Contractor's storage and related activities, provided that its use will not interfere with operations of the Government.

Arrange and gain approval for use of this space through the Contracting Officer.

7. Use of the existing loading dock facilities will be shared with Government activities on a first-come-first-served, wait-your-turn basis. The loading dock is available for the delivery of materials, tools, and supplies between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

8. Coordinate with 017419 Construction Nonhazardous et al and 018111 on any recycling requirements: Existing materials and equipment that are removed as part of the construction operations, and that are not reused or designated to be salvaged as Government property, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from the site. Storage or sale of excess salvageable materials and equipment is not permitted on site.

9. Pollution producing equipment shall not be located near air intakes where airborne smoke or fumes could be drawn into the building. When not required for powering unloading operations, turn off engines when docked.

10. Smoking is not permitted in or around the building, see Facilities Management Regulation (FMR) Case 2008-102—3. Also see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 41 CFR Part 102- 74.

11. Limited parking will be available on site during working hours for building occupants. See drawing G-003 for parking and dumpster areas. The Contractor and Contractor's employees shall make their own arrangements for other vehicle parking off site.

12. Cell Phones: Contractor is to provide company cell phone during this contract. All cell phones to be “on vibrate” at all times. If a telephone begins audibly ringing, the building guards will take the cell phone and hold until the end of the working day prior to the con-

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13. No apparatus with an open flame is allowed to be used within the facility without the prior receipt of a burn permit. Contact the Field Office to obtain burn permits. Burn permits are required for each separate occurrence.

14. Permits: Refer to FAR 52.236-7

15. The work shall be sequenced to minimize disruption to building occupants, visitors, and maintenance activities. To the greatest extent feasible, demolition work should not take place until supplies are on hand to perform new work.

16. Coordinate with the GSA Building Manager and the COR for site access.

17. Coordinate with the GSA Building Manager and the COR on correct response procedures for any building system alarms occurring during or resulting from the construction process.

18. All building systems outside the immediate construction area shall be kept fully operational during normal working hours.

19. Protect building site from flying debris.

20. Coordinate with your building manager and/or security office as to the use of cameras in the building.

C. An HSPD-12 security clearance is required. Project Team members without an HSPD-12 clearance will need to work with the GSA Project Manager to initiate the clearance process, and request a temporary waiver until clearance can be confirmed. For up to date GSA HSPD-12 information: www.gsa.gov/hspd12. Obtaining clearances vary in length and may take time to receive them. A Contractor Information Worksheet (CIW) along with two (2) sets of fingerprints will also be required for the clearance process.

1.2 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

A. The Government will occupy the site and the existing building during the entire period of construction. Cooperate with the Government's representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts, mitigate noise, and facilitate Government usage. Perform the Work in a manner that does not interfere with the Government's operations.

B. The Government reserves the right to occupy, place, and install equipment in completed areas of the building prior to Substantial Completion, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. The Government's installation of equipment and partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1. Prior to partial Government occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems for the space shall be fully operational, and required inspections and tests shall be successfully completed. Upon occupancy, the Government will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving the occupied portions of the building.

2. Upon occupancy, the Government will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for the occupied portions of the building.

1.3 WORKING HOURS

A. Government Occupied Hours: Government personnel are scheduled to occupy the building during the following hours on weekdays, Monday through Friday, except for established Government Holidays, 8:00-AM to 5:00-PM.

B. Government Unoccupied Hours: Government personnel are not scheduled to occupy the building during times not indicated as Government Occupied Hours.

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C. Contractor's General Working Hours: The Contractor working hours shall be generally established to occur during Government Unoccupied Hours for all interior work. All exterior work may be performed during occupied work hours subject to the restrictions below.

D. Contractor's Required Working Hours: The following work shall be performed during Government Unoccupied Hours:

1. Noisy and/or odor-producing work that may disrupt tenant operations in adjacent spaces.

2. While U.S. Courts are in session.

E. Work accomplished during Government Unoccupied Hours shall be performed at no additional cost to the Government. Contractor shall submit a proposed schedule and gain the Contracting Officer's approval at least 48 hours before proceeding with any work during Government Unoccupied Hours.

1.4 SEQUENCE OF WORK

A. The following is anticipated sequence of construction. The contractor shall propose an overall construction sequence as part of their project schedule and phasing plan.

1. Demolition and hazardous material abatement and demolition in the first floor where the current USPS spaces are located.

2. Construction of the new mechanical penthouse to provide the new mechanical equipment to include removal of abandoned mechanical equipment located in the basement MER to allow for structural repairs and relocating of new mechanical equipment.

3. Demolition in basement area for new elevator machine room.

4. Demolition and new north wall and stairwell construction.

5. Construction of the judges’ elevator up to 3rd floor to include new corridors on both the second and third floor.

6. Remove columns for the courtrooms and provide new structure in proposed new first floor courts spaces.

7. Construction of the new clerestory and coordination with separate GSA roof replacement project.

8. Perform the structural/blast reinforce repairs along east and remaining north exterior walls.

9. New courtroom mock-up and approval

10. Construction of USMS space modifications to accommodate courtroom layout to include relocating the isolation cell and providing new prisoner processing area.

11. Construction of Courtroom and all interior spaces.

1.5 OVERTIME WORK, SUSPENSION OF WORK

A. Overtime Work for Utility Shutdown:

1. Work which requires the shutdown of any utility serving the building shall be performed outside of normal working hours of the building occupants.

2. Schedule shutdown of a utility at least 48 hours in advance with the Contracting Officer or his designated representative.

B. Court Facilities: Coordinate and schedule all work with the Contracting Officer's representative to prevent any interruption of court activities. The use of any construction equipment or any work that will create noise audible in the courtroom while court is in session will not be permitted. In the event that work is directed to be suspended or interrupted by request of an officer of the courts, and such delays cause a delay in the completion of the contract as a whole, an equitable adjustment in contract time will be made. However, no adjustment in contract cost will be made in the event that work is directed to be suspended or interrupted by

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

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SECTION 012100 - ALLOWANCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

[Guidance for team, remove from final spec: Team must review and coordinate with acquisition, legal and budget. Consult with your Budget Office as to the latest obligation and tracking changes team must now follow.]

Also Allowances have to be defined and comply with latest pricing budget regulations.

Must be able to analyze apples to apples in contractors’ proposals and your IGE/pricing sheet.]

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Government is providing the references included in this sub-section for information purposes only and is not intended to provide a comprehensive, all-inclusive list of any and all potentially relevant portions of the Contract Documents. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and General Services Administration Acquisition Regulations (GSAR) contract clauses, and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements governing allowances.

1. Certain items are described in the Contract Documents as allowance items. The purpose of allowance items is to defer selection of actual products and systems to a later date when direction will be provided to the Contractor. [Allowances must be part of the total evaluated price and the award amount. Work with your Contracting Officer during the procurement phase. See Agreement section 2b and pricing sheet.] The Contracting Officer will issue Modifications to incorporate allowance items in the Work after actual products and systems have been determined.

B. Types of allowance items may include the following :

1. Lump-sum allowance items.

2. Unit-price allowance items.

3. Quantity allowance items.

1.3 SELECTION AND PURCHASE [Coordinate with schedule specifications and edit as needed for your specific project requirements.]

A. At the earliest practical date after award of the Contract, advise the contracting officer of the date when final selection and purchase of each product or system described by an allowance item must be completed to avoid delaying the Work. Allowances must be included in all schedule submissions

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1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Submit proposals for products or systems described by allowance items in the form specified for Change Orders.

1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Submit copies of invoices or delivery slips to show actual quantities of materials delivered to the site for use in fulfillment of each unit-price and quantity allowance item.

B. Coordinate and process submittals for allowance items in same manner as for other portions of the Work.

1.6 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate allowance items with other portions of the Work. Furnish templates as required to coordinate installation.

B. Modifications based on an allowance item shall include cost to Contractor of specific products and systems selected by the contracting officer under allowance and shall include taxes, freight, delivery to Project site, Contractor's costs for receiving and handling at Project site, labor, installation, overhead, and profit.

1. If requested by the contracting officer, purchase additional quantities under unit-price or quantity allowances and prepare unused material for storage by Contracting officer.

Deliver unused material to Contracting officer's storage space as directed.

1.7 ADJUSTMENT OF ALLOWANCE ITEMS

A. Modifications to an allowance item shall comply with the changes clauses and any other contract modifications procedures found in the Contract Documents.

B. Contracting officer reserves the right to establish the quantity of work-in-place by independent quantity survey, measure, or count.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine products covered by an allowance item promptly on delivery for damage or defects.

Return damaged or defective products to manufacturer for replacement.

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3.2 PREPARATION

A. Coordinate materials and their installation for each allowance item with related materials and installations to ensure that each allowance item is completely integrated and interfaced with related work.

3.3 SCHEDULE OF ALLOWANCE ITEMS [Add more if needed. Be specific and quantifiable.

Coordinate with contracting officer any time element as how long the allowances are valid during the contract period. Coordinate with solicitation.]

A. Allowance Item No. 01: Unit-Price [Coordinate with 012700 Unit Prices] Allowance: [Be specific and quantifiable. Define here.]

B. Allowance Item No. 02: Lump Sum Allowance (not to exceed): [Team must carefully define the scope of this allowance. Check with your Contracting Officer to see if lump sum pricing is still permitted.]

C. Allowance Item No. 03: Quantity Allowance: [Be specific and quantifiable. Define here.]

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SECTION 012500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Government is providing the references included in this sub-section for information purposes only and is not intended to provide a comprehensive, all-inclusive list of any and all potentially relevant portions of the Contract Documents. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

B. Related Sections:

1. Division016000 Section "Product Requirements" for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

2. Divisions02 through 49 Sections for specific requirements and limitations for substitutions.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Proposed changes to the Contract Documents by the Contractor for products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction.

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

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

1.4 SUBMITTALS for Cause or Convenience:

A. Substitution Requests: Per Submittal Procedures Section 013300 submit electronic copies through ePM of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Substitution Request Form: [Coordinate with ePM.] [Region shall insert form].

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

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

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b. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable specification section.

Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, energy and resource performance goals, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated.

Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

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

d. Samples, where applicable or requested.

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

f. List of similar installations for completed projects with project name, location and contact information of owner and architect/engineer of record.

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

h. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for project, when applicable for the proposed substitution.

i. Detailed comparison of Contractor's construction schedule using proposed substitution with products specified for the Work. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating date of receipt of purchase order, lack of availability, or delays in delivery. Provide a schedule fragnet with a time impact analysis to allow the Government to consider the proposed substitution.

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

k. Proposed substitution complies with requirements in the Contract Documents except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials, and is appropriate for applications indicated.

l. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to provide a contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

3. The Contracting Officer or Contracting Officer’s Representative (CO) or (COR) Action: If necessary, the Contracting Officer or COR will request additional information or documentation for evaluation. The Contractor shall be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals within a reasonable time, given the volume or complexity of the submittals and the criticality of the affected activities to Substantial Completion as may be indicated in the Project Schedule. The Contractor shall not be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals containing variations from Contract requirements in less than twenty working days. Coordinate further with 013300 Submittals.

1.5 Failure by the government to respond does not constitute acceptance of the proposed substitution.

1.6 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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

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1.7 PROCEDURES

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

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBSTITUTIONS

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

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

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

b. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

c. If requested substitution involves schedule impact Contractor has identified time impact and a mitigation plan.

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

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

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

g. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

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

B. Substitutions for Convenience: The Contracting Officer (CO) will consider requests for substitution if received within 60 days after the Notice to Proceed. Requests received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

1. Conditions: The Contracting Officer will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied.

a. Requested substitution offers the Government a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional obligations the Government incurs.

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

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

d. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

If requested substitution involves schedule impact Contractor has identified time impact and a mitigation plan.

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

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

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

h. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

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

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SECTION 012900 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and to process Requests for Payment.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Schedule of Values: A detailed written statement (masterformat/uniformat) furnished by the Contractor outlining the portions of the contract sum, which allocates values (price & percentage) for the various parts of the work and used as the basis for payment application and reviewing progress payments. The Agreement provides further details.

B. Request for Payment: A contractor’s invoice and request for progress payment with substantiating information consistent with approved schedule of values.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

1. Coordination: Submit completed Schedule of Values no later than [14] calendar days prior to scheduled date of initial Requests for Payment. What about cost loaded schedules?

2. Schedules for Phased Work: Where the work is separated into phases, provide Schedules showing values correlated with each phase using the standard format referenced below.

A. Format and Content: Contractor shall be responsible to complete the GSA Schedule of Values Workbook and compile the values into electronic Project Management (ePM) System. Contractor will enter values into workbook prior to ePM input and provide associated electronic baseline copy to contracting officer for record. Contractor will follow guidelines in the Schedule of Values workbook to support ePM upload.

1. Identification: Complete the following Project Identification fields in the Schedule of Values:

a. Project Name

b. Project Number

c. Project Location, City, State

d. Base Contract Number

e. Task Order Number

f. Modification Number

g. GSA Project Manager

h. Contractor's Name and contact information

i. Date of submittal

2. [Work with Acquisition and coordinate with Schedule of Values Template—To be used to populate a national historical cost database.] Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Requests for Payment and progress reports.

a. Work activity – (by division or specific work activity)

b. Dollar value of each specific work activity – both with an amount in dollars and whole cents, and as a percentage of the Contract Sum to nearest one-

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c. Each item in the schedule of values and Requests for Payment shall be complete. Include total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit for each item. (i.e. no stand alone item for Overhead, and Profit)

d. Modifications that affect value.

e. Update affected work branches and subordinate line items and

f. resubmit the schedule of values before the next Request for Payment when

Modifications result in a change in the Contract Sum

g. Line item for mobilization and de-mobilization

h. Line item for close out (% to be negotiated with GSA COR)

3. Options: Provide a separate Schedule of Values for each exercised Option.

4. Each item in the Schedule of Values and Requests for Payment shall be complete.

Temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actual work-in-place may be shown either as separate line items in the schedule of values or distributed as general overhead expense, at the government's option.

5. Revise and update workbook in ePM with all items affecting scope, schedule or cost and resubmit within 14 calendar days as coordinated with project manager or contracting officer. Contractor shall provide a final as-built schedule at project completion. Update affected work branches and subordinate line items and resubmit the schedule of values before the next Request for Payment when Modifications result in a change in the Contract Sum

1.4 REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT

B. Requirements for Requests for Payment are in Section III, Terms and Conditions of the Agreement.

C. Each Request for Payment following the initial Request for Payment shall be consistent with previous Requests.

1. Initial Request for Payment, Request for Payment at time of Substantial Completion, and final Request for Payment involve additional requirements.

D. Payment Request Times: Submit Request for Payment to GSA by the [Insert day] of the month. The period covered by each Request for Payment is one month, ending on the [last day of the month] [Insert specific day of the month].

1. [Teams: Edit this to your current process of either paper submission or through ePM.] Submit one paper draft copy (aka pencil copy) of Request for Payment to the CO or enter in ePM along with construction progress report seven days prior to due date for review by GSA. Provide documentation evidencing the cost of work performed to be included in the Request for Payment. Resolve questions resulting from GSA review of draft Request for Payment and construction progress report prior to submitting Request for Payment.

E. Request Preparation: All payments must be executed by a person authorized to legally bind the Contractor.

1. Entries shall match data on the schedule of values and Contractor's construction schedule. Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts for work completed following effective date of previous Request for Payment, whether or not payment has been received. Include only amounts for work completed as of effective date of current Request for Payment.

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3. Include amounts of Modifications issued before last day of construction period covered by Request.

F. Stored Materials: Differentiate between items stored on-site and items stored off-site.

1. Provide certificate of insurance, and consent of surety to payment, for stored materials.

2. Provide supporting documentation that verifies amount requested, such as paid invoices. Match amount requested with amounts indicated on documentation.

3. Provide summary documentation for stored materials indicating the following:

a. Value of materials previously stored and remaining stored as of effective date of previous Request for Payment.

b. Value of previously stored materials put in place after effective date of previous Request for Payment and on or before effective date of current Request for Payment.

c. Value of materials stored since effective date of previous Request for Payment and remaining stored as of effective date of current Request for Payment.

G. Initial Request for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of first Request for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. Schedule of values.

3. Contractor's construction schedule per Agreement (startup if not final).

4. Products list (preliminary if not final).

5. Sustainable design submittal for project materials cost data.

6. Sustainable design action plans.

7. Schedule of unit prices.

8. Submittal schedule (preliminary if not final).

9. List of Contractor's staff assignments.

10. List of Contractor's principal consultants.

11. Copies of building permits.

12. Copies of authorizations and licenses from authorities having jurisdiction for performance of the Work.

13. Initial progress report.

14. Report of preconstruction conference.

H. Request for Payment at Substantial Completion: After GSA issues the Notice of Substantial Completion, submit a Request for Payment less previous payments made for portion of the Work claimed as substantially complete.

1. Include documentation supporting claim that the Work is substantially complete and a statement showing an accounting of changes to the Contract Sum.

2. This Request shall reflect Notices of Substantial Completion issued previously for GSA occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

I. Final Payment Request: The Agreement provides further details

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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SECTION 013000 - ELECTRONIC PROJECT MANAGEMENT (ePM) SYSTEM

1.1 PURPOSE

A. The Contractor shall use GSA’s web-based electronic Project Management (ePM) system, which is a fully configured version of Meridian Systems’ Proliance Construction Management

Software. Click on this link for the ePM minimum requirements:

https://insite.gsa.gov/portal/category/517870

1.2 DEFINITION

A. ePM is a web-based project management tool which provides GSA’s Public Buildings Service with an automated workflow, collaboration, document management and project management solution to help manage GSA design and construction projects. ePM is integrated with

GSA’s gBUILD (Green Building Upgrade Information Lifecycle Database ) to share project creation and data storage information.

1.3 PROJECT COLLABORATION AND DOCUMENTATION

A. General

1. The Contractor shall effectively manage the ePM database including maintaining adequate staffing levels and ensuring that personnel attend the mandatory GSA-provided training sessions.

2. The Contractor shall use ePM to upload, store, capture, preserve, record, maintain, update, and route all project-related documentation to comply with GSA's Document