CROMWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL &

CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION

OFFICE

PHASE 4 OF 4

PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS

9 CAPTAIN JAMES MANN MEMORIAL DRIVE

CROMWELL, CT 06146

CROMWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL STATE PROJECT #033-0055-N

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Division 00 – Procurement and Contracting Requirements Division 01 – General Requirements Division 07 & 26 - Specifications

PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS

Date: OCTOBER 22, 2025

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 11 00 INVITATION TO BID

00 21 00 INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AIA A701

00 22 13 SUPPLEMENTARY INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

00 24 04 BID PACKAGE 4.01 PHOTOVOLATAIC SYSTEM

00 24 30 SITE LOGISTICS/PHASING

00 31 13 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

00 31 30 CROMWELL NOISE ORDIANACE

00 31 35 CONTRACT COMPLIANCE DOCUMENTS

00 41 00 BID PROPOSAL FORM

00 52 00 FORM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CONSTRUCTON MANAGER &

TRADE CONTRACTOR

00 59 00 CONTRACTORS QUALIFICATION STATEMENT, AIA DOCUMENT A305

00 61 00 BID BOND, AIA DOCUMENT A310

00 71 00 GENERAL CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT, AIA DOCUMENT A201

00 72 00 SPECIAL PROJECT CONDITIONS

00 73 43 WAGE RATES

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 12 00 SUMMARY

01 25 00 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

01 26 00 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

01 26 13 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION

01 29 00 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

01 31 00 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

01 32 00 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

01 32 33 PHOTO DOCUMENTATION

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 40 00 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 73 00 EXECUTION

01 73 29 CUTTING AND PATCHING

01 74 19 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

01 77 00 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

01 78 39 PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

01 79 00 DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

01 81 15 LIMITS FOR VOLATILE ORGANIC COMPOUND CONTENTS FOR

ADHESIVES, SEALANTS, PAINTS, AND COATINGS

01 81 20 HIGH PERFORMANCE BUILDING REQUIREMENTS

01 91 13 GENERAL COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS

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DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 53 23 EPDM MEMBRANE ROOFING

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 04 00 GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR ELECTRICAL

26 05 19 ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 33 RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 28 13 FUSES

26 28 19 ENCLOSED SWITCHES

26 45 00 PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM

APPENDIX

IRON RIDGE REPORT

DRAWING S-002 (FOR REFERENCE)

DRAWING S-003 (FOR REFERENCE)

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Cromwell Middle School and Central Administration Office INVITATION TO BID

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PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM

CROMWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL & CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION OFFICES

9 CAPTAIN JAMES MANN MEMORIAL DR

CROMWELL, CONNECTICUT 06416

Newfield Construction, Construction Manager, for the Town of Cromwell will receive sealed proposals for the bid packages listed below for the Cromwell Middle School, State Project #033-

0055-N and Central Administration Offices, State Project #033-0056-BE will be sent to:

Newfield Construction c/o Town of Cromwell

Cromwell School Building Committee

225 Newfield Ave.

Hartford, CT 06106 until 2:00 PM prevailing time, on April 15, 2026, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. The work consists of the following categories:

BP 4.01 Photovoltaic System

The invitation to bid, bid forms, project manual and Drawings will be uploaded to CT Source.

No bid will be accepted after the time set for the opening of Bids and no Bidder may withdraw his

Bid until 90 days after bid opening. The Town reserves the right to amend or terminate this

Invitation to Bidders, waive any informality, omission, or technical defect in the Bid Form, and to reject any or all bids or to accept the bid deemed most satisfactory to the Town of Cromwell, if it is in the public interest to do so.

Questions concerning this bid package (BP 4.01 Photovoltaic System) shall be directed via email only to the Construction Manager at chrisarcher@newfieldconstruction.com until 2:00 PM on April 1, 2026, questions posted after that date and time will not be answered.

An Addendum shall be posted by 2:00 pm on April 8, 2026. Bidders shall be responsible to check the websites for any Addendum.

Bid Due Date and Time

Newfield Construction acting as Construction Manager for Town of Cromwell will receive sealed proposals for the bid packages listed below until 2:00 PM – April 15, 2026.

Summary of Work

The work consists of photovoltaic system design, procurement installation and commissioning, for the

Cromwell Middle School, 6 Captain James Mann Memorial Drive, Cromwell CT 06146. The work will be separately contracted per the bid packages below: (bid package scopes of work are located in the Project

Manual)

Bid Package Types

Bid Packages designated (SA/,MBE) are set aside bid packages for DAS Certified minority, women and disadvantaged business owned firms. Bid packages designated (SA/SBE) are set aside bid packages for DAS

Certified small business enterprise firms. All set aside bidders must submit a current DAS Certificate with their bid.

DAS Prequalification

Bidders for bid packages marked with asterisk (*) are required to submit a Department of Administrative

Services Prequalification Certificate for the category of work being bid (unless otherwise noted) and Update

Statement. Prequalification Certificates shall be submitted with the bid or within two business days of the bid day. The Contractor shall hold a current “DAS Contractor Prequalification Certificate” from the Department of

Administrative Services of the State of Connecticut according to Connecticut General Statute 4a-100, 4b-101 and 4b-91. Failure to submit these items within two business days of the bid day will result in disqualification of the bidder per the public act. DAS prequalification is required of all sub bidders, regardless of tier, with contract values in excess of five hundred thousand dollars. Sub-bidders prequalification certificates are not required to be submitted with the bid, but must be submitted prior to award. All contractors and subcontractors requiring DAS certification must maintain the certification for the duration of the contract. If you have any questions regarding these requirements, contact the State of Connecticut DAS, at telephone number (860) 713-

5280 or visit their web site at www.das.state.ct.us.

How to Obtain Bid Documents

1. On or after – March 17, 2026 Documents can be downloaded free of charge from Newfield Construction’s

Bidding Platform, Building Connected. Email johnflis@newfieldconstruction.com to request an invitation for access to all the Documents.

No. Bid Package Type No. Bid Package Type

4.01 Photovoltaic System (*)

Specification Section 001100 Invitation to Bid

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Bid Questions

All pre-bid inquiries must be emailed to the Construction Manager on or before – April 1, 2026. Email your

Bid Questions to Chris Archer, chrisarcher@newfieldconstruction.com. Phone: (860) 983-1127. Responses to the RFIs will be included in a formal project Addendum/Bulletin.

Pre-Bid Meeting – Site Inspection

A pre-bid meeting will be convened onsite at 3:30 PM – March 25, 2026. Assemble at the main entrance of the School. Attendance at the Pre-bid Meeting is strongly recommended but not required.

Refer to the Supplementary Instructions to Bidders for additional information

Proposed Substitution Requests

Bidders shall identify any, and all, prosed substitutions/equals on their bid form via attachment to their bid.

Bid Submission

All bids will be received until 2:00 PM – April 15, 2026 at Newfield’s Office, 225 Newfield Ave., Hartford, CT 06106. All proposals should be addressed to Newfield Construction in a sealed envelope. Project name, bidder’s name and address and the bid package number should be written on the envelope. No oral, telephone, or telegraphic proposals will be considered. All bids shall stand available for acceptance for a period of ninety

(90) days from the date bids are opened. No bidder may withdraw their bid during this period.

Alternate bids shall remain available for acceptance for a period of one hundred twenty (120) days from the date bids are opened unless otherwise noted.

Include one original and one copy of the following;

Required with Bid Submission (Bid Form & Attachments)

Completed Bid Form signed by a principal of the bidding firm or provide legal authorization for others to sign. All items filled in or acknowledged as follows:

• All Bulletins must be acknowledged. (All bidders)

• All Alternates must be filled in with a value, “N/A “or “Not Applicable” is not a value and does not meet this requirement. (All Bidders)

• All bid package applicable unit prices must filled in. (All Bidders)

10% Bid Bond or Bid Security (All Bidders)

Required for a complete bid but may be submitted after the bid:

Contractors Qualification Statement (AIA Document A305) (All Bidders) may be submitted with the bid or up to two business days after submission of the bid.

Dept. of Administrative Services Prequalification Certificate and Update Statement (Required for all bids of $1,000,000 or more) may be submitted with the bid or up to two business days after submission of the bid.

Failure to submit the items as prescribed above will result in rejection of the bid. It is not

Newfield’s responsibility to notify the bidders of missing or deficient items within the allowed grace period.

Required prior to scope review or within two business days if requested by Newfield.

NCCI Form showing worker’s compensation Experience Modification Rate (EMR).

List of potential vendors/subcontractors.

Bid Opening

All bids will be opened and read aloud in a virtual meeting format directly following the bid due time. There is no in person bid opening.

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Link to Bid Opening: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/29024970756991?p=tcTJEBVIqO7X0lhEOJ

Call In (Audio Only) : +1 872-256-3960,,288633668# Phone conference ID: 288 633 668#

Bid Package Award

This Project will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder however; the Construction Manager and Owner reserve the right to reject any and all bids, or any part of any bid, waive any informalities, irregularities, omissions or technical defects in the bids when it is determined to be in the best interest of the Owner or Construction

Manager. Reasons for rejections shall include, but not be limited to nonconforming, non-responsive, incomplete or conditional bids. A bid may be rejected if the Owner and/or Newfield Construction determine the bidder is of doubtful financial ability, unqualified or fails to meet any other pertinent standards or criteria established by the

Owner and/or Newfield Construction. This includes failings on past Owner and/or Newfield Construction Projects including, but not limited to lack of schedule adherence, safety violations, insufficient manpower, inadequate site supervision, inadequate project management, quality deficiencies, compliance issues, submittal delinquencies, closeout delinquencies/deficiencies and failure to comply with Newfield’s Special Project Conditions. The Owner and/or Newfield Construction may consider the qualifications and experience of subcontractors, other persons and organizations proposed for portions of work. The Owner and/or Newfield Construction reserve the right to require, prior to award, a statement of facts detailing the business organization and plant of the bidder available for the work. This shall include available financial resources, present commitments, labor availability and experience of the bidder in performance of comparable work. The Owner/Newfield Construction reserve the right to waive informalities and to negotiate contract terms with one or more bidders without reopening the bidding process provided such negotiations are not in violation of applicable competitive bidding statutes or law.

Bidder Requirements and Minimum Required Experience

All bidders shall have prior experience consisting of no less than three similar projects with an equal or greater value within the last five years. Bidders must provide verification of experience with proposal. Submit

Contractors Qualification Statement (AIA Document A305) with your bid. All bidders and subcontractors must have a worker’s compensation Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 1.0 or less or be subject to rejection.

DAS Prequalification

For the for bid packages identified above bidders are required to submit a Department of Administrative

Services (DAS) Prequalification Certificate and Update (bid) Statement for the classification shown in accordance with Connecticut General Statutes. The Contractor shall hold a current “DAS Contractor

Prequalification Certificate” from the Department of Administrative Services. These items shall be submitted with the bid or up to two business days after submission of the bid or the bid will be rejected. DAS prequalification is required of all subbidders, regardless of tier, with contract values in excess of one million dollars. Sub bidders prequalification certificates are not required to be submitted with the bid, but must be submitted prior to award. All contractors and subcontractors requiring DAS certification must maintain the certification for the duration of the contract. If you have any questions regarding these requirements, contact the

State of Connecticut DAS, at telephone number (860) 713-5280 or visit their web site at www.das.state.ct.us.

Bonding Requirements

A 10% Bid Bond or Bid Security, payable to Newfield Construction is required from each Bidder at the time of bid submission. All bidders will be required to post Performance and Payment Bonds for the full amount of the

Contract Sum. The cost of such bonds shall be included in the bid price.

Insurance Requirements

All bidders are required to provide insurance coverage as indicated in Exhibit C of the Trade Contractor agreement. This includes Professional Liability Coverage for all prime contractors as noted (Reference Project

Manual). This coverage will not be waived regardless of the trade or nature of the work being performed.

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Wages

All bidders must comply with all provisions of Connecticut General Statutes 31-53 (Prevailing Wages) and

Executive Order #3.

Contract

This project is being performed under a Construction Manager/Contractor agreement. Newfield Construction is the Construction Manager. Review and include all terms of the Newfield’s Trade Contract Agreement (NCG as

CM) located in the Bid Documents. By submitting a bid the Bidder agrees and accepts all terms without revisions, deletions or additions.

Taxes

This project is exempt from Federal Excise Taxes as well as State of Connecticut Sales Tax to the extent allowed by law. Some items remain taxable. It is the Contractors responsibility to determine the taxable status of the items or services being provided. All applicable taxes shall be included in the Bid Price.

Newfield Construction is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer/purchaser. Small, Minority, Women and

Disadvantaged Businesses are encouraged to bid.

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AIA Document A701-1997, “Instructions to Bidders, 2018 Edition, American Institute of Architects, All articles are bound herein and are hereby made a part of the Contract Documents and shall apply to all Contractors and Subcontractors.

Certain Articles of the AIA Instructions to Bidders are revised or replaced by requirements of the

Supplementary Instruction to Bidders, listed below. Such revisions are replacements shall take precedence over the AIA Document A701, “Instructions to Bidders”.

Throughout this document the term “Owner” shall mean “Owner and/or Construction Manager with exception of clauses specifically relating to the Owner.

Throughout this document the term “Architect” shall mean “Architect and/or Construction Manager with exception of clauses specifically relating to the Architect.

Throughout this document the term “Addendum” shall mean “Addendum and/or Bulletin”.

The following articles, revised paragraphs and clauses have the same numerical designations occurring in the AIA Instructions to Bidders, and all additions follow in direct numbered sequence.

ARTICLE 2 BIDDERS REPRESENTATIONS

Add the following to Paragraph 2.1.3.1:

A Pre-Bid Meeting will be convened onsite on 3:30 PM on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026.

As a condition for bidding, some bidders are required to attend the pre-bid meeting or a pre-bid site inspection. Assemble at the main entrance of the school.

Add the following to Paragraph 2.1.3.2:

As a condition for bidding, bidders for the following bid packages must inspect the existing conditions in the pre-bid period:

You must sign in with a Newfield representative. Do not enter the building without a Newfield representative. Please contact Chris Archer (860) 983-1127 upon arrival. Pre-bid inspections of the building are limited to the scheduled time above. Ladders will not be provided.

Specification Section 002213 Supplemental Instructions to Bidders

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Bid Package 4.01 – Photovoltaic System – 01/16/2026

Specification Sections:

DIVISION 00 – BIDDING PROCUREMENT, AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS

This Bid Package includes all Division 00 Sections.

DIVISION 01 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

This Bid Package includes all Division 01 Sections.

DIVISION 07 – THERMAN AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 53 23 EPDM MEMBRANE ROOFING

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 04 00 GENERAL CONDITIONS FOR ELECTRICAL

26 05 19 ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 05 26 GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

26 05 29 HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 33 RACEWAY AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 05 53 IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 28 13 FUSES

26 28 19 ENCLOSED SWITCHES

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Bid Package Notes:

01.01 BP4.01 Shall include all work in the contract documents as the sole source for a complete installation. Including but not limited to Roofing, Metal Fabrications, Electrical, and Controls.

01.02 The Trade Contractor shall be aware that the completion of this project in accordance with the Construction Schedule is critical to the Owner. The Construction Schedule shall be strictly adhered to. The Contractor shall supply the necessary resources to attain the dates put forth in the Construction Schedule.

01.03 A full time, English speaking, non-working foreman must be on site when work is being performed. This includes subcontracted work. Foreman shall have good communication skills and process all required documentation in a timely fashion.

Forman shall be responsible for timely ordering of materials and coordination of subcontractors and deliveries with the CM. Foreman shall attend weekly meetings and coordinate with all trades. Foreman shall maintain a professional attitude and cooperate with all team members, inspectors and design professionals. CM reserves the right to

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Foreman shall schedule / coordinate inspections and be present to represent their work.

Foreman shall maintain all safety logs, records, daily activity safety analysis / JHA’s, controlled access plans, daily attendance log, labor logs and CTHPBS submissions as required by the contract documents. All forms shall be submitted electronically via QR code software.

Foreman shall have ability to receive and send electronic communications, view drawings, sketches etc. in the field via Procore on a tablet with cell service or similar device. A cell phone does not meet this requirement.

01.04 Trade Contractor is responsible for any required traffic control for deliveries and for cleaning/sweeping of roadways, drives and walkways soiled by deliveries or other activities associated with this scope of work. Maintain safe access to the new and existing buildings, parking areas, fields and work areas. Include hiring Police for traffic control as required by authorities having jurisdiction. The Owner will occupy the existing building for the entire construction period. Parking areas, drives, walkways, building entrance and egress paths will be dedicated for Owner use only and shall not be infringed upon.

01.05 Trade Contractor shall provide OSHA required fall arrest or prevention systems and all PPE to their employees as required to perform their work. All contractors shall abide by OSHA regulations for Silica Dust exposure. No Dry Cutting of masonry products will be allowed. Contractor is responsible for a dust control plan and immediate dust control during all masonry product cutting activities (cutting, mixing, etc.).

01.06 BP4.01 is responsible for the coordination of all trade contractors. The Construction Manager will assist with the coordination of this work with the Owner / School. The PV contractor shall maintain communication with the CM at all times for authorization of work activity.

01.07 Scope qualifications or scope exclusions are not permissible. It is assumed that all scope items are included in your bid. Scope of work items that are duplicated in multiple bid packages must be included in the bid value for each bid package. Do not assume that the duplicated item will be included or provided by another package. Notify the Construction Manager upon the discovery of a duplicated item. Failure to include a duplicated item in your bid does not relieve the Contractor from providing a credit for the item if requested by the Construction Manager. BP4.01 is responsible for a complete scope of work across all disciplines.

01.08 All prime contractors shall include the required Professional Liability insurance coverage in accordance with Exhibit C of the Trade Contractor Agreement. This coverage will not be waived regardless of the trade or nature of the work being performed.

01.09 There are references to LEED throughout the Project Manual. This Project is a Connecticut High Performance Building Standards (HPBS) project not a LEED project.

LEED documentation requirements are required and being utilized to document the HPBS points. This Trade Contractor is responsible for the Project Connecticut HPBS

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Plan as applicable to this scope of work. This Trade Contractor is required to review all credits and provide submittals for approval prior to the commencement of work. All documentation is required to be submitted by this Trade Contractor in real time and shall be included as a line item in the schedule of values, subject to verification with the monthly requisition billing cycle.

01.10 General Debris dumpsters will not be provided. This contractor shall be responsible for all waste disposal generated by this installation. Debris shall be contained and removed from site daily. Storage on site is not permissible.

This scope of work shall include daily cleaning of the work areas (to a broom clean finish). Including but not limited to food and beverage containers, trash and debris generated by this trade contractor and their subcontractors. Cleanup by this trade will be monitored by the Construction Manager. If this Trade Contractor is non-compliant the Construction Manager reserves the right to supplement cleanup for this Trade Contractor 24 hours after notification of deficiency. Notification includes statements at job meetings and shall commence at the time of the meeting, and all associated costs are the responsibility of the offending Trade Contractor.

01.11 All Contractors shall strictly adhere to the local noise ordinance (Section 00 3130).

Contractors in violation of the local noise ordinance will be subject to fines levied by the municipality and be subject to removal from the Project. In addition to fines levied by the municipality, the Construction Manager will fine the trade contractor $200 for the 1st offense and $500 for the 2nd offense. A third and subsequent offenses will result in a $1,000 fine and removal of the Foreman from the Project. No deliveries or in/out traffic will be allowed from 7-8AM and from 2-3PM on school days.

01.12 This contractor shall make every effort to not affect the operations of the school or perform work that disrupts the learning environment. No deliveries or in/out traffic will be allowed from 7-8AM and from 2-3PM on school days. Coordination with school security is required for building access as well as lock down or fire drill procedures.

01.13 The use of lifts, heavy machinery or any equipment scheduled to be used within the building or on the roof must be approved by the Architect, Engineer, Owner and/or Construction Manager prior to use. Use will be limited and should not be assumed.

Trade Contractor is required to submit a complete engineering analysis from an independent licensed Engineer. Lifts and/or other machinery can only be used after the Trade Contractor’s Engineer has visited the site and the engineered analysis is approved by the Architect, Engineer of Record, Owner and/or Construction Manager. Trades shall be required to coordinate use of multiple pieces of equipment on a slab at any given time to ensure the aggregate load does not exceed the structural capacity. Refer to Structural Drawings for typical allowable loads. No additional compensation will be made regarding the use of heavy equipment or lifts on this Project.

01.14 Fall Protection: This Contractor is responsible for all fall protection necessary to perform their scope of wrok. All Contractors performing work on the roof shall provide their own fall protection in accordance with OSHA standards. Special attention must be given to the fact that a construction project is an ever changing environment which requires frequent revisions to safety systems, communication, coordination and cooperation must be established with other trades in an effort to eliminate any unsafe conditions.

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01.15 The PV contractor shall install roof edge warning protection in accordance with OSHA regulations. Edge protection shall consist of perimeter flagging and stantion system at a minimum and be maintained daily as required to ensure compliance. This system shall remain in place for the duration of the installation including system testing and comissioning. Additional Fall protection shall be emplyed for loading and rigging of material. PV contractor shall provide a fully developed site specific safety plan detailing all protection methods to be utilized prior to the start of work. 100% tie-off while working on leading edge, includes loading and unloading of materials.

01.16 The PV contractor is responsible for all holes and/or fasteners required for this installation. Any attachment shall be weather sealed and coordinated with any warranty requirements of materials being attached to.

01.17 All roof penetrations (including cutting), furnishing and setting of curbs shall be the responsibility of the trade contractor requiring such items. The PV contractor shall include all roofing work in accordance with the contract documents. Work to be performed by a qualified installer to maintain the roof warranty.

01.18 The PV contractor is responsible for all grounding and bonding necessary for this installation in accordance with the contract documents and delegated design.

01.19 Include all necessary snow removal required to complete your work in accordance with the schedule.

01.20 This contractor shall include the means of exterior roof access as depicted on the Newfield Construction Logistics Plan. The use of an All-Terraine Platform lift is anticipated but only in the positions noted. Lift shall be sized correctly for the manpower and loads being conveyed. Self-supporting guard rails (garloc rails) shall be provided for fall protection at point of entry and exit in accordance with OSHA regulations by this contractor. Use of mobile tracking pads to by utilized under lift locations in landscaped areas.

01.21 This contractor shall survey the existing roof and provide laddar access to each roof level. Laddars shall not be placed directly on roofing surfaces. Include application of one layer of EPDM rubber and ¾” plywood sheet at each landing. Secure all ladders in accordance with OSHA regulations without damaging adjacent surfaces. Any damage created will be remedied at contractors exspense.

01.22 This contractor shall provide temp power necessary for the performance of this scope of work in accordance with OSHA regulations.

01.23 This contractor shall maintain the security of the roof at all times from public access. Laddars and lifts will be removed and/or secured at the end of each work shift and not left in place.

01.24 Panel rigging shall be done in accordance with OSHA regulations. A crane rigging plan is required prior to the performance of the work. Pick Plan to be submitted within 30 days of Contract Award. Crane shall be sized to convey material only from the paved areas of the site that are designed to support vehile traffic and shall not affect school operations or occupancy.

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01.25 Unless otherwise agreed to by the Construction Manager and the Engineer labor units for change proposal pricing will be determined by the NECA Normal (low column) labor units. Refer to Special Project Conditions for additional information on change proposals.

01.26 The PV contractor shall provide a complete fully functioning Photovoltaic system in accordance with the contract documents. This shall include all required coordination and documentation with Eversource and the Engineer of Record.

01.27 This Subcontractor shall include all necessary shutdowns and tie-ins for their systems, which must be performed during off hours. All overtime costs associated with this work shall be included. This Subcontractor is responsible to provide continuous temporary power in all locations for all shutdowns or partial shutdowns required to execute this scope of work. Note: Building will be occupied by Administrative Staff during normal business hours.

01.28 Provide complete equipment/materials submittals within 30 calendar days of notification of contract award.

01.29 Penetration firestopping and smoke sealing is by this contractor. All fire stopping materials on the Project shall be by a common manufacturer, submittal package required for approval prior to installation.

01.30 The PV contractor is responsible for all conduit, penetration(s), control wiring, terminations, and programming required for this system, including conduits, boxes raceways and conductors, to MDF/IDF locations.

01.31 Include premium time in base bid for Saturday work as required to complete installations per the construction schedule. This contractor shall achieve substantial completion by August 28, 2026 or earlier.

01.32 Include in base bid the cost for rigging off hours and on Saturdays. No additional compensation will be considered by NCG for off hour work to accommodate building operations.

01.33 Town Permit Fees are waived. Include all other permit fees including the State Public Education Fee (.26/1,000) associated with this scope of work.

01.34 Eversource fees for permanent services by others.

01.35 Include roof protection consisting of rubber mats when working on the finished roof.

01.36 The PV contractor shall provide and install all misc. metal fabrications, mounting back panels and weather hoods as shown on the contract documents.

01.37 The PV Contractor shall provide and install all raceway support in accordance with code requirements and the contract documents. Include protection pads as necessary to maintain the roof warranty.

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01.38 The PV Contractor is responsible for all signage and labels required by the contract drawings and the authority having jurisdiction.

01.39 Where the Contract drawings indicate “contractor or by-contractor” these notes shall be the responsibility of the PV contractor.

01.40 This scope of work requires delegated design in accordance with the contract documents. The delegated design shall originate from base information provided by Perkins - Eastman. Deviation from the basis design that changes or alters the design intent is not permissible. Contractors who are responsible for delegated design shall provide professional liability insurance in accordance with contract requirements.

01.41 The PV contractor shall provide all close out submissions, Owner manual, Asbuilt documents, with-in 10days of the in service date or sooner.

01.42 The PV contractor is responsible for any and all roof damage associated with this scope of work. Note: Roof has been 3rd Part verified, as well as Manufacturer certified for Warranty. IR scan has also been performed to establish baseline condition of roof prior to PV installation. This contractor shall schedule and obtain a Pre-instalation inspection as required by Carlilse and submit for record. Cost of this inspection to be included in the base bid.

01.43 All damages to site finishes, including but not limited to turf, plantings, site furnishing, flatwork, curbing, asphalt, etc., shall be the responsibility of the PV Contractor to restore landscape to its origional condition, in a mannor saticfactory to the Design Team/Owner.

01.44 Use of the toilet rooms in the Building will not be allowed. All personnel shall use the temporary toilets provided by the PV Contractor, sufficently sized for use by this contractor and subcontractors. Location to be coordinated with NCG.

01.45 Bidder is responsible for filling out and submitting the Carlisle Letter of Compliance for Photovolatic Installations – Exhibit A of this Specification Section, as well as adhering to all conditions and preperations required therein. All fees associated with filing the Letter of Compliance for Photovoltaic Installations and associated inspection fees shall be the responsibility of this contractor. No additional compensation will be considered for reinspection fees.

Cromwell Middle School & Central Andministration Office State Project No. CMS 03-0055-N & CAO 033-0056-BE

Photovoltaic System Procurement Documents - 01/16/20266

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To: Building Owner

Re: Letter of Compliance – Photovoltaic (PV) Installation on Carlisle Warranted Roof

This letter outlines Carlisle's recommendations regarding the installation of Photovoltaic (PV) systems over a Carlisle-warranted roofing system. These recommendations facilitate the installation of the PV system with limited disturbance to the Carlisle roofing system. The determination of suitable PV technology, racking, and installation method is the responsibility of the Building Owner or its designated representative. Below are recommendations, along with conditions that may impact the Carlisle roofing system and warranty.

1. Determine the building’s structural ability to withstand the PV system.

2. The roofing system must be protected during installation of the PV system to prevent damage. This includes staging and assembly areas, including heavily traveled areas.

3. To avoid PV system removal costs for the building owner, rack-supported PV systems should provide sufficient clearance, ensuring access to the roof membrane should maintenance or repairs be required.

4. Field seams that may be concealed by the PV system and challenging to access, should be overlaid by a roofing applicator authorized by Carlisle, using approved products, and following authorized installation procedures.

5. For non-penetrating ballasted PV racking systems, a protection course consisting of Carlisle’s Pressure-Sensitive Molded Walkway Pads is recommended between the PV support system and the roofing membrane. Walkway pads of thickness and density equal or greater to those which can be provided by Carlisle may be used to prevent damage to the roofing membrane.

6. Non-penetrating attachment methods, relying solely on adhesive or heat welded attachment for anchoring to a thermoplastic membrane, should not be considered for direct application to the Carlisle roof membrane. Anchoring systems, whether used as a primary or ancillary securement method, should tie directly to a structural component of the building. Relying solely on the roof membrane attachment to secure the PV system may result in premature failure of the roof system assembly and would not be covered under the terms of the Carlisle Total System warranty.

7. PV laminates should not be adhered directly to the primary Carlisle roof membrane. Instead, PV laminates should be adhered to a compatible Carlisle membrane serving as a protection sheet, adhered, or welded to the primary roof membrane.

8. Walkway pads, protection pads, slip sheets and sacrificial sheets shall be of the same color as the roofing membrane.

9. Racking systems that require penetration of the roofing membrane are to be flashed in accordance with appropriate Carlisle published details. Flashing details must be performed by a Carlisle authorized roofing applicator.

Carlisle promotes the use of the following solar anchors to ensure compatibility with EPDM, TPO, PVC, and KEE HP membranes when applicable Carlisle flashing material is used. The seam between the solar anchor flashing and the Carlisle roofing system qualifies for warranty inclusion when installed by a Carlisle Authorized Applicator.

- HB Solar SkyRack Mount

- Anchor Products U-Anchor 2400

- Anchor Products U-Anchor 3400

- OMG Roofing Products PowerGrip Plus

- OMG Roofing Products PowerGrip Universal 7 w/ OMG supplied CCM Flashing

Note: Anchors and racking are not manufactured or sold by Carlisle. Please contact HB Solar, Anchor Products, or OMG Roofing Products for additional information.

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It is recommended that areas frequently accessed, for the purpose of operation or maintenance of the PV system, be protected by walkways installed in accordance with the Carlisle published application criteria. Should Carlisle be contacted to investigate a warranty claim or to make warranty related repairs, it is the Building Owner’s responsibility to provide access to the membrane including the removal and replacement of the PV System. Only Carlisle brand products are covered by the Carlisle Warranty. Carlisle specifically disclaims liability, under any theory of law, for damages sustained by or caused by non-Carlisle brand products.

The following form lists the roofing inspections during the PV system installation to ensure continuation of the Carlisle Warranty. Upon completion of the roof alteration, an inspection must be scheduled and performed by a Carlisle Field Service Representative.

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Solar Pre-Installation Form To be completed by the building owner/warranty holder prior to solar array installation

Field Assessment & Inspection Fees

For new warranted roofs, the roofing applicator must complete the final inspection for warranty, make any necessary repairs and pay any warranty fees prior to solar installation.

A roof inspection after PV system installation is required (Post Inspection). Please be advised that if the Post Inspection is not approved, warranty service will be suspended until repairs are made and a re-inspection completed and approved by a Carlisle Field Service Representative.

For solar installed on a new roof (w/in 1 year of roof completion) the post-solar installation inspection fee will be the same as a standard re-inspection ($500). For existing roofs (older than 1 year) inspection fee is $.05 per square foot of the entire roofing system as listed on the original warranty application (minimum fee of $500). Inspection fees must be pre-paid via credit card or check prior to being scheduled.

Warranty #:

Building Name & Address:

Building Owner Contact Name (printed):

Phone: Email:

Onsite Inspection Contact Name: Phone:

Solar Company Name & Address:

Solar Company Contact:

Phone: Email:

PV System Square Footage:

Name/Address of Carlisle Approved Applicator assisting:

Warranty Document Upon inspection and acceptance, and payment of all fees, a warranty continuance letter will be issued by Carlisle to the Building Owner.

The continuance letter will outline additional warranty terms and should be retained along with the original warranty for future reference.

Please feel free to contact us at 877-797-8370 option 2 with questions.

Return this form via email to: PVLOC-WarrantyServices@CarlisleCCM.com

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Anchor/Mounting System Type:

Solar SkyRack Mount w/Carlisle Flashing U-Anchor 2400 w/Carlisle Flashing U-Anchor 3400 w/Carlisle Flashing

OMG PowerGrip Plus w/Carlisle Flashing OMG PowerGrip Universal 7 w/Carlisle Flashing

Other _________________________ mailto:PVLOC-WarrantyServices%40CarlisleCCM.com?subject=

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Preparing for Roof-Mounted Photovoltaic Installations

A. General

Information included in this document is to be used as a guideline for consideration when a Photovoltaic (PV) system is to be installed on top of a new or an existing Carlisle roofing system.

A PV installation will subject the roofing assembly to extensive alteration work and an increase in rooftop traffic for the purpose of monitoring and maintaining the PV array(s). When assessing a roof assembly for a possible PV installation, consideration must be given to not only operation of the PV system, but also to the accessibility of the roofing assembly including all detail work, as well as the drainage system, in order to perform adequate inspections, maintenance and repair.

Whenever additional loads are placed on a building or modifications are made to existing roofing systems, prudent best practices mandate a comprehensive review by a licensed design professional. Prior to committing to or proceeding beyond a preliminary design of a PV system, a structural analysis by a registered Professional Engineer should be performed to ensure structural load limitations will not be exceeded.

Climatic and geological conditions, structural load limitations, module tilt, roof height, the racking/mounting method, frequency of membrane penetration, and roof slope should all be taken into consideration.

B. Design Considerations

In addition to the design considerations outlined in each of the Carlisle published roofing system specifications, listed below are additional design recommendations which should be considered prior to a PV system being installed on a new or an existing Carlisle roof.

The proposed design may be presented to Carlisle for assessment and specific recommendations, but at no time will Carlisle approve or warrant any PV system design. It is the building owner's, by its retained design professional, responsibility to ensure the roofing membrane is adequately protected during construction of the PV array and throughout the serviceable lives of both the PV and roofing systems.

1. It is Carlisle's recommendation that roofs expecting an immediate PV system installation and roofs being installed as 'PV ready', should specify the use of a adhered rigid insulation board, e.g. DensDeck, SECUROCK or SecurShield HD, and an adhered membrane of sufficient thickness as to match the expected warranted life of a PV system (i.e. if the PV system is expected to be in use for 30 year, install a roof system with a 30 year warranty). The use of a highly fire-resistant components is also recommended, such as PVC membranes, gypsum cover boards, and assemblies tested to meet UL Class A.

2. On projects with an existing Carlisle roofing membrane, membrane condition and installation details should be assessed to determine possible splice overlayment or the removal and replacement of certain membrane sections. A Roof assessment should be performed by a Carlisle Authorized Applicator prior to finalizing any or all upgrades/repairs to the existing roofing system.

3. Rack-supported PV systems should provide sufficient clearance, ensuring access to the roof membrane should maintenance or repairs be required.

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4. When penetration of the membrane is required to secure a racking system to the roof deck or building structure beneath the roofing membrane, the use of circular steel tubing will provide the best possible flashing option and facilitate the use of pre-molded accessories. In such instances, Carlisle specifications and details must be followed and the flashing performed by a Carlisle Authorized Applicator to ensure suspension of warranty service does not occur.

5. Carlisle promotes the use of the following solar anchors to ensure compatibility with EPDM, TPO, PVC, and KEE HP membranes when applicable Carlisle flashing material is used. The seam between the solar anchor flashing membrane and the Carlisle roofing system qualifies for warranty inclusion when installed by a Carlisle Authorized Applicator.

•• Solar SkyRack Mount •• Anchor Products U-Anchor 2400 •• Anchor Products U-Anchor 3400 •• OMG Roofing Products PowerGrip Plus •• OMG Roofing Products PowerGrip Universal 7 w/ OMG supplied CCM Flashing

6. Areas of the roofing membrane, which are heavily traveled during array installation and subsequent periodic maintenance, should be protected with walkway pads and/or concrete pavers. If pavers are selected, they should be used in conjunction with pedestals or sections of walkway pads, used to elevate the pavers. Refer to the appropriate Carlisle Spec Supplement for more information on paver installation.

7. Ballasted PV systems should utilize protection pads between the ballast trays and the roofing membrane to provide protection and facilitate drainage. A protection course shall be of sufficient construction so as to prevent contact between any component of the PV racking system and the roofing membrane for the life of the roofing system. Examples of protection courses are Carlisle's Sure-Weld TPO Walkway Roll, Sure-White Molded Walkway Pad or a component supplied by the racking system manufacturer. Any component supplied by the racking system manufacturer and its interaction with Carlisle's roofing system will not be covered under the Carlisle warranty.

8. Non-penetrating attachment methods, relying solely on adhesive or heat welded attachment for anchoring to a thermoplastic membrane, should not be considered for direct application to the Carlisle roof membrane. Anchoring systems, whether used as a primary or ancillary securement method, should tie directly to a structural component of the building. Relying solely on the roof membrane attachment to secure the PV system may result in premature failure of the roof system assembly and would not be covered under the terms of the Carlisle Total System warranty.

9. PV laminates should not be adhered directly to the primary Carlisle roof membrane. Instead, PV laminates should be adhered to a compatible Carlisle membrane serving as a protection sheet, adhered, or welded to the primary roof membrane.

10. In order to minimize interruptions to a PV system's production, it is strongly recommended to position the array(s) so that field seams and penetrations are accessible for roofing inspections, maintenance and repair. When not feasible, all existing seams should be overlaid (stripped in) with pressure-sensitive flashing or other acceptable flashing details approved by Carlisle.

C. Warranty Inspections

1. All roofing and flashing work shall be completed by a Carlisle Authorized Applicator and must be performed in accordance with Carlisle specifications or previously issued roof assessment reports written by a Carlisle Field Service Representative.

2. Upon completion of the work, and notification by a Carlisle Authorized Applicator, an inspection will be performed by Carlisle to assess the work performed. Upon inspection and acceptance, and payment of all fees, a warranty continuance letter will be

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