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William Penn High School Athletic Fields

Sitework

713 E Basin Rd

New Castle, DE 19720

Bid Package A Project Manual Volume 2

ARCHITECT

Becker Morgan Group 309 South Governors Avenue

Dover, Delaware 19904

EDiS Company, Inc.

110 S. Poplar Street

Suite 400

Wilmington, DE 19801

Issued for Bid

August 14th, 2026

CSD William Penn High School Bid Pack A - Athletic Field Sitework

Contract #4-27-03 August 14, 2026

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PROFESSIONAL SEALS PAGE

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SECTION 000107

PROFESSIONAL SEALS PAGE

1.01 DESIGN PROFESSIONALS OF RECORD:

A. Civil Engineer:

SEAL

1. Becker Morgan Group, Inc.

2. Christopher D. Duke, P.E.; License No. 16378

3. Expiration Date: 06/30/2028

4. Responsible for Divisions 31 - 33 Sections except where indicated as prepared by other design professionals of record.

B. Architect:

SEAL

1. Becker Morgan Group, Inc.

2. Brad A. Hastings, AIA, LEED AP; License No. 0005276

3. Expiration Date: 01/31/2028

4. Responsible for Divisions 02 - 14 Sections except where indicated as prepared by other design professionals of record.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 000110-1

PU19, Revised 10/2023

SECTION 000110 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

Volume 1 of 2

Division 0 - Procurement and Contract Requirements

000101 Project Title Page

000107 Professional Seals Page

000110 Table of Contents

000115 List of Drawings

001113 Advertisement for Bid

002113 Instructions to Bidders

002600 Procurement Substitution Procedures

003132 Geotechnical Data

004100 Bid Forms

005200 Agreement Forms

006113 Performance and Payment Bond Forms

006216 Certificate of Insurance

007200 General Conditions

007300 Supplementary General Conditions

007343 Wage Rate Requirements

008114 Drug Testing Program & Forms

008115 Affidavit of Craft Training

Division 1 - General Requirements

011100 Summary of Work - Work Covered by Contract Documents

012100 Allowances

012200 Unit Prices

012300 Alternates

012500 Substitution Procedures

012600 Change Order Procedures

012613 Contractor Compensation

012900 Payment Procedures

013113 Project Coordination Meetings

013119 Preinstallation Meetings

013125 Web-Based Project Management System

013216 Construction Progress Schedule

013219 Submittals Register

013226 Contractor Daily Reports

013300 Submittal Procedures

013500 Contractor Employee Background Check

013523 Safety Program

014219 Reference Standards

014500 Quality Control

015113 Temporary Electricity

015123 Temporary Heating, Cooling, and Ventilating

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015200 Construction Facilities & Temporary Controls

016116 Volatile Organic Compound (Voc) Content Restrictions

016200 Material and Equipment

017123 Field Engineering

017329 Cutting and Patching

017700 Contract Closeout

Volume 2 of 2

Division 2 - Existing Conditions

024100 - Demolition

Division 03 -- Concrete (Not Used)

Division 04 -- Masonry (Not Used)

Division 05 -- Metals (Not Used)

Division 06 -- Wood, Plastics, And Composites (Not Used)

Division 07 -- Thermal And Moisture Protection

079200 - Joint Sealants

Division 08 -- Openings (Not Used)

Division 09 -- Finishes

099000 - Painting And Coating

Division 10 -- Specialties (Not Used)

Division 11 -- Equipment

116600 - Tension Ball Safety Netting System

116843 - Exterior Scoreboards

Division 12 -- Furnishings (Not Used)

Division 13 -- Special Construction (Not Used)

131250 – Bleacher And Press Box (Not Used)

Division 14 -- Conveying Equipment (Not Used)

Division 21 -- Fire Suppression (Not Used)

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Division 22 -- Plumbing

221113 – Facility Water Distribution Piping

221313 – Facility Sanitary Sewers

Division 23 -- Heating, Ventilating, And Air-Conditioning (HVAC) (Not Used)

Division 25 -- Integrated Automation (Not Used)

Division 26 -- Electrical (Not Used)

Division 27 -- Communications (Not Used)

Division 28 -- Electronic Safety and Security (Not Used)

Division 31 -- Earthwork

311000 - Site Clearing

312000 – Earth Moving

312319 - Dewatering

Division 32 -- Exterior Improvements

321216 - Asphalt Paving

321313 - Concrete Paving

321373 – Concrete Paving Joint Sealants

321813 - Synthetic Turf Playing Field System

321814 – Synthetic Turf Subsurface Drainage System

321817 – Exterior Athletic Equipment

321818 – Synthetic Track Surfacing System

323113 - Chain Link Fences and Gates

323119 - Decorative Metal Fences and Gates

328400 – Sports Field Irrigation

329200 – Turf And Grasses

329300 - Plants

329400 – Natural Grass Playing Field

Division 33 -- Utilities

330500 – Common Results for Utilities

334100 - Storm Drainage Utility

334600 - Subdrainage

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Demolition 024100 - 1

SECTION 024100

DEMOLITION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Building demolition excluding removal of hazardous materials and toxic substances.

B. Selective demolition of built site elements.

C. Selective demolition of building elements for alteration purposes.

D. Abandonment and removal of existing utilities and utility structures.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 003100 - Available Project Information: Existing building survey conducted by Owner;

information about known hazardous materials.

B. Section 011000 - Summary: Limitations on Contractor Manager's use of site and premises.

C. Section 011000 - Summary: Sequencing and staging requirements.

D. Section 011000 - Summary: Description of items to be salvaged or removed for re-use by

Contractor Manager.

E. Section 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls: Site fences, security, protective barriers, and waste removal.

F. Section 016000 - Product Requirements: Handling and storage of items removed for salvage and relocation.

G. Section 017000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: Project conditions; protection of bench marks, survey control points, and existing construction to remain; reinstallation of removed products; temporary bracing and shoring.

H. Section 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal: Limitations on disposal of removed materials; requirements for recycling.

I. Section 311000 - Site Clearing: Vegetation and existing debris removal; earth stripping and stockpiling.

J. Section 312200 - Grading: Rough and fine grading.

K. Section 312323 - Fill: Fill material for filling holes, pits, and excavations generated as a result of removal operations.

L. Section 329119 - Landscape Grading: Topsoil placement and finish grading.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Demolish: Dismantle, raze, destroy, or wreck any building or structure or any part thereof.

B. Remove: Detach or dismantle items from existing construction and dispose of them off site, unless items are indicated to be salvaged or reinstalled.

C. Remove and Salvage: Detach or dismantle items from existing construction in a manner to prevent damage. Clean, package, label and deliver salvaged items to Owner in ready-for-reuse condition.

D. Remove and Reinstall: Detach or dismantle items from existing construction in a manner to prevent damage. Clean and prepare for reuse and reinstall where indicated.

E. Existing to Remain: Designation for existing items that are not to be removed and that are not otherwise indicated to be salvaged or reinstalled.

1.04 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. NFPA 241 - Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alteration, and Demolition Operations;

2022, with Errata (2021).

1.05 SUBMITTALS

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A. See Section 013000 - Administrative Requirements for submittal procedures.

B. Site Plan: Indicate:

1. Vegetation to be protected.

2. Areas for temporary construction and field offices.

3. Areas for temporary and permanent placement of removed materials.

C. Demolition Plan: Submit demolition plan as required by OSHA and local AHJs.

1. Indicate extent of demolition, removal sequencing, bracing and shoring, and location and construction of barricades and fences.

2. Summary of safety procedures.

3. Demolition firm qualifications.

D. Project Record Documents: Accurately record actual locations of capped and active utilities and subsurface construction.

1.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Demolition Firm Qualifications: Company specializing in the type of work required.

1. Minimum of 10 years of documented experience.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MATERIALS

A. Fill Material: See Section 312323.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 DEMOLITION

A. Remove the entire building, including foundations and footings As indicated on drawings.

B. Remove portions of existing buildings as indicated on drawings.

C. Remove paving and curbs required to accomplish new work.

D. Remove all other paving and curbs within site boundaries.

E. Within area of new construction, remove foundation walls and footings to minimum 2 feet (600

mm) below finished grade.

F. Remove concrete slabs on grade within site boundaries.

G. Remove manholes and manhole covers, curb inlets and catch basins.

H. Remove fences and gates.

I. Remove other items indicated, for salvage, relocation, and recycling.

J. Fill excavations, open pits, and holes in ground areas generated as result of removals, using specified fill; compact fill as specified in Section 312200.

3.02 GENERAL PROCEDURES AND PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Comply with requirements in Section 017000.

B. Comply with applicable codes and regulations for demolition operations and safety of adjacent structures and the public.

1. Obtain required permits.

2. Comply with applicable requirements of NFPA 241.

3. Use of explosives is not permitted.

4. Take precautions to prevent catastrophic or uncontrolled collapse of structures to be removed; do not allow worker or public access within range of potential collapse of unstable structures.

5. Provide, erect, and maintain temporary barriers and security devices.

6. Use physical barriers to prevent access to areas that could be hazardous to workers or the public.

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7. Conduct operations to minimize effects on and interference with adjacent structures and occupants.

8. Do not close or obstruct roadways or sidewalks without permits from authority having jurisdiction.

9. Conduct operations to minimize obstruction of public and private entrances and exits. Do not obstruct required exits at any time. Protect persons using entrances and exits from removal operations.

10. Obtain written permission from owners of adjacent properties when demolition equipment will traverse, infringe upon, or limit access to their property.

C. Do not begin removal until receipt of notification to proceed from Owner.

D. Do not begin removal until built elements to be salvaged or relocated have been removed.

E. Do not begin removal until vegetation to be relocated has been removed and vegetation to remain has been protected from damage.

F. Protect existing structures and other elements to remain in place and not removed.

1. Provide bracing and shoring.

2. Prevent movement or settlement of adjacent structures.

3. Stop work immediately if adjacent structures appear to be in danger.

G. Minimize production of dust due to demolition operations. Do not use water if that will result in ice, flooding, sedimentation of public waterways or storm sewers, or other pollution.

H. Hazardous Materials:

1. If hazardous materials are discovered during removal operations, stop work and notify

Architect and Owner; hazardous materials include regulated asbestos containing materials, lead, PCBs, and mercury.

I. Perform demolition in a manner that maximizes salvage and recycling of materials.

1. Comply with requirements of Section 017419 - Construction Waste Management and

Disposal.

2. Dismantle existing construction and separate materials.

3. Set aside reusable, recyclable, and salvageable materials; store and deliver to collection point or point of reuse.

J. Partial Removal of Paving and Curbs: Neatly saw cut at right angle to surface.

3.03 EXISTING UTILITIES

A. Coordinate work with utility companies. Notify utilities before starting work, comply with their requirements, and obtain required permits.

B. Protect existing utilities to remain from damage.

C. Do not disrupt public utilities without permit from authority having jurisdiction.

D. Do not close, shut off, or disrupt existing life safety systems that are in use without at least 7 days prior written notification to Owner.

E. Do not close, shut off, or disrupt existing utility branches or take-offs that are in use without at least 3 days prior written notification to Owner.

F. Locate and mark utilities to remain; mark using highly visible tags or flags, with identification of utility type; protect from damage due to subsequent construction, using substantial barricades if necessary.

G. Remove exposed piping, valves, meters, equipment, supports, and foundations of disconnected and abandoned utilities.

H. Prepare building demolition areas by disconnecting and capping utilities outside the demolition zone. Identify and mark, in same manner as other utilities to remain, utilities to be reconnected.

3.04 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION FOR ALTERATIONS

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A. Existing construction and utilities indicated on drawings are based on casual field observation and existing record documents only.

1. Verify construction and utility arrangements are as indicated.

2. Report discrepancies to Architect before disturbing existing installation.

3. Beginning of demolition work constitutes acceptance of existing conditions that would be apparent upon examination prior to starting demolition.

B. Separate areas in which demolition is being conducted from areas that remain occupied.

1. Provide, erect, and maintain temporary dustproof partitions of construction specified in Section 015000 in locations indicated on drawings.

C. Maintain weatherproof exterior building enclosure, except for interruptions required for replacement or modifications; prevent water and humidity damage.

D. Remove existing work as indicated and required to accomplish new work.

1. Remove rotted wood, corroded metals, and deteriorated masonry and concrete; replace with new construction indicated.

2. Remove items indicated on drawings.

E. Services including, but not limited to, HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection, Electrical, and Telecommunications: Remove existing systems and equipment as indicated.

1. Maintain existing active systems to remain in operation, and maintain access to equipment and operational components.

2. Where existing active systems serve occupied facilities but are to be replaced with new services, maintain existing systems in service until new systems are complete and ready for service.

3. See Section 011000 - Summary for limitations on outages and required notifications.

4. Verify that abandoned services serve only abandoned facilities before removal.

5. Remove abandoned pipe, ducts, conduits, and equipment, including those above accessible ceilings. Remove back to source of supply where possible, otherwise cap stub and tag with identification.

F. Protect existing work to remain.

1. Prevent movement of structure. Provide shoring and bracing as required.

2. Perform cutting to accomplish removal work neatly and as specified for cutting new work.

3. Repair adjacent construction and finishes damaged during removal work.

4. Patch to match new work.

3.05 DEBRIS AND WASTE REMOVAL

A. Remove debris, junk, and trash from site.

B. Remove materials not to be reused on site; comply with requirements of Section 017419 -

Waste Management.

C. Leave site in clean condition, ready for subsequent work.

D. Clean up spillage and wind-blown debris from public and private lands.

END OF SECTION 024100

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Pipe and Tube Railings 055213 - 1

SECTION 055213

PIPE AND TUBE RAILINGS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Wall mounted handrails.

B. Stair and ramp railings and guardrails.

C. Free-standing railings at steps.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 033000 - Cast-in-Place Concrete: Placement of anchors in concrete.

B. Section 042000 - Unit Masonry: Placement of anchors in masonry.

C. Section 099000 - Paints and Coatings.

1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. AAMA 2604 - Voluntary Specification, Performance Requirements and Test Procedures for

High Performance Organic Coatings on Aluminum Extrusions and Panels (with Coil Coating Appendix); 2022.

B. ADA Standards - 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design; 2010.

C. AISC 207 - Standard for Certification Programs; 2025.

D. ASTM B211/B211M - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Rolled or Cold

Finished Bar, Rod, and Wire; 2023.

E. ASTM B241/B241M - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Seamless Pipe and Seamless Extruded Tube; 2022.

F. ASTM B429/B429M - Standard Specification for Aluminum-Alloy Extruded Structural Pipe and

Tube; 2020.

G. ASTM B483/B483M - Standard Specification for Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Drawn Tube and Drawn Pipe for General Purpose Applications; 2021.

H. ASTM E935 - Standard Test Methods for Performance of Permanent Metal Railing Systems and Rails for Buildings; 2021.

I. ASTM E985 - Standard Specification for Permanent Metal Railing Systems and Rails for

Buildings; 2024.

J. AWS A2.4 - Standard Symbols for Welding, Brazing, and Nondestructive Examination; 2020.

K. AWS B2.1/B2.1M - Specification for Welding Procedure and Performance Qualification; 2021, with Errata (2023).

L. AWS D1.1/D1.1M - Structural Welding Code - Steel; 2025, with Amendment (2026).

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 013000 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Shop Drawings: Indicate profiles, sizes, connection attachments, anchorage, size and type of fasteners, and accessories.

1. Indicate welded connections using standard AWS A2.4 welding symbols. Indicate net weld lengths.

2. Include the design engineer's seal and signature on each sheet of shop drawings.

C. Samples: Submit two, 12 inch (304.8 mm) long samples of handrail. Submit two samples of elbow, wall bracket, and end stop.

D. Welders' Qualification Statement: Welders' certificates in accordance with AWS B2.1/B2.1M and dated within the previous 12 months.

E. Designer's Qualification Statement.

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F. Fabricator's Qualification Statement.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Structural Designer Qualifications: Professional Structural Engineer experienced in design of this work and licensed in the State in which the Project is located, or personnel under direct supervision of such an engineer.

B. Welder Qualifications: Welding processes and welding operators qualified within previous 12 months.

C. Fabricator Qualifications:

1. A qualified steel fabricator that is certified by the American Institute for Steel Construction

(AISC) under AISC 207.

2. A company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section, with not less than ten years of documented experience.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 RAILINGS - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Design, fabricate, and test railing assemblies in accordance with the most stringent requirements of applicable local code.

B. Comply with ASTM E985.

C. Distributed Loads: Design railing assembly, wall rails, and attachments to resist distributed force of 75 pounds per linear foot (1095 N/m) applied to the top of the assembly and in any direction, without damage or permanent set. Test in accordance with ASTM E935

D. Concentrated Loads: Design railing assembly, wall rails, and attachments to resist a concentrated force of 200 pounds (890 N) applied at any point on the top of the assembly and in any direction, without damage or permanent set. Test in accordance with ASTM E935

E. Allow for expansion and contraction of members and building movement without damage to connections or members.

F. Dimensions: See drawings for configurations and heights.

1. Top Rails and Wall Rails: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) diameter, round.

2. Posts: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) diameter, round.

3. Bottom Rails: 1-1/2 inches (38 mm) diameter, round.

4. Kick Plates: 4" x 1/4" plate.

G. Provide anchors and other components as required to attach to structure, made of same materials as railing components unless otherwise indicated; where exposed fasteners are unavoidable provide flush countersunk fasteners.

1. For anchorage to concrete, provide stainless steel inserts to be cast into concrete, for epoxy set rail posts .

2. For anchorage to masonry, provide brackets to be embedded in masonry, for bolting anchors.

3. Posts: Provide adjustable flanged brackets.

H. Provide welding fittings to join lengths, seal open ends, and conceal exposed mounting bolts and nuts, including but not limited to elbows, T-shapes, splice connectors, flanges, escutcheons, and wall brackets.

I. Welded and Brazed Joints: Make visible joints butt tight, flush, and hairline; use methods that avoid discoloration and damage of finish; grind smooth, polish, and restore to required finish.

1. Ease exposed edges to a small uniform radius.

2.02 ALUMINUM MATERIALS

A. Aluminum Pipe: Schedule 40; ASTM B429/B429M, ASTM B241/B241M, or ASTM

B483/B483M.

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B. Aluminum Tube: Minimum wall thickness of 0.127 inch (3.2 mm); ASTM B429/B429M, ASTM B241/B241M, or ASTM B483/B483M.

C. Solid Bars and Flats: ASTM B211/B211M.

D. Welding Fittings: No exposed fasteners; cast aluminum.

E. Straight Splice Connectors: Welding collars; cast aluminum.

F. Exposed Fasteners: Where unavoidable, flush countersunk screws or bolts; consistent with design of railing.

2.03 FABRICATION

A. Accurately form components to suit specific project conditions and for proper connection to building structure.

B. Fit and shop assemble components in largest practical sizes for delivery to site.

C. Fabricate components with joints tightly fitted and secured. Provide spigots and sleeves to accommodate site assembly and installation.

D. Welded Joints:

1. Exterior Components: Continuously seal joined pieces by continuous welds. Drill condensate drainage holes at bottom of members at locations that will not encourage water intrusion.

2. Grind exposed joints flush and smooth with adjacent finish surface. Make exposed joints butt tight, flush, and hairline. Ease exposed edges to small uniform radius.

E. Weld connections that cannot be shop welded due to size limitations.

1. Weld in accordance with AWS D1.1/D1.1M.

2. Match shop welding and bolting.

3. Clean welds, bolted connections, and abraded areas.

4. Touch up shop primer and factory-applied finishes.

2.04 ALUMINUM FINISHES

A. High Performance Organic Coating System: AAMA 2604 multiple coat, thermally cured fluoropolymer system.

B. Color: To be selected by Architect from manufacturer's full line.

C. Touch-Up Materials: As recommended by coating manufacturer for field application.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that field conditions are acceptable and are ready to receive work.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Clean and strip aluminum where site welding is required.

B. Supply items required to be cast into concrete or embedded in masonry with setting templates, for installation as work of other sections.

C. Apply one coat of bituminous paint to concealed aluminum surfaces that will be in contact with cementitious or dissimilar materials.

3.03 INSTALLATION

A. Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B. Install components plumb and level, accurately fitted, free from distortion or defects, with tight joints.

C. Install railings in compliance with ADA Standards for accessible design at applicable locations.

D. Anchor railings securely to structure.

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E. Field weld anchors as indicated on drawings. Touch-up welds with primer. Grind welds smooth.

F. Conceal anchor bolts and screws whenever possible. Where not concealed, use flush countersunk fastenings.

3.04 TOLERANCES

A. Maximum Variation From Plumb: 1/4 inch (6 mm) per floor level, non-cumulative.

B. Maximum Offset From True Alignment: 1/4 inch (6 mm).

C. Maximum Out-of-Position: 1/4 inch (6 mm).

END OF SECTION 055213

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Joint Sealants 079200 - 1

SECTION 079200

JOINT SEALANTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Nonsag gunnable joint sealants.

B. Self-leveling pourable joint sealants.

C. Joint backings and accessories.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 014339 - Mockup Requirements.

B. Section 016116 - Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content Restrictions: Additional requirements for sealants and primers.

C. Section 079100 - Preformed Joint Seals: Precompressed foam, gaskets, and strip seals.

D. Section 092116 - Gypsum Board Assemblies: Sealing acoustical and sound-rated walls and ceilings.

E. Section 093000 - Tiling: Sealant between tile and plumbing fixtures and at junctions with other materials and changes in plane.

1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ASTM C661 - Standard Test Method for Indentation Hardness of Elastomeric-Type Sealants by Means of a Durometer; 2015 (Reapproved 2022).

B. ASTM C794 - Standard Test Method for Adhesion-in-Peel of Elastomeric Joint Sealants; 2018 (Reapproved 2022).

C. ASTM C834 - Standard Specification for Latex Sealants; 2017 (Reapproved 2023).

D. ASTM C920 - Standard Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants; 2018 (Reapproved 2024).

E. ASTM C1087 - Standard Test Method for Determining Compatibility of Liquid-Applied Sealants with Accessories Used in Structural Glazing Systems; 2023.

F. ASTM C1193 - Standard Guide for Use of Joint Sealants; 2025.

G. ASTM C1248 - Standard Test Method for Staining of Porous Substrate by Joint Sealants; 2022.

H. ASTM C1521 - Standard Practice for Evaluating Adhesion of Installed Weatherproofing Sealant

Joints; 2019 (Reapproved 2025).

I. SWRI (VAL) - SWR Institute Validated Products Directory; Current Edition.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 013000 - Administrative Requirements for submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's technical datasheets for each product to be used; include the following:

1. Physical characteristics, including movement capability, VOC content, hardness, cure time, and color availability.

2. List of backing materials approved for use with the specific product.

3. Backing material recommended by sealant manufacturer.

4. Substrates that product is known to satisfactorily adhere to and with which it is compatible.

5. Substrates the product should not be used on.

6. Substrates for which use of primer is required.

7. Substrates for which laboratory adhesion and/or compatibility testing is required.

8. Installation instructions, including precautions, limitations, and recommended backing materials and tools.

9. Sample product warranty.

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10. Certification by manufacturer indicating that product complies with specification requirements.

11. SWRI Validation: Provide currently available sealant product validations as listed by SWRI (VAL) for specified sealants.

C. Product Data for Accessory Products: Submit manufacturer's technical data sheet for each product to be used, including physical characteristics, installation instructions, and recommended tools.

D. Color Cards for Selection: Where sealant color is not specified, submit manufacturer's color cards showing standard colors available for selection.

E. Samples for Verification: Where custom sealant color is specified, obtain directions from Architect and submit at least two physical samples for verification of color of each required sealant.

F. Preconstruction Laboratory Test Reports: Submit at least four weeks prior to start of installation.

G. Installation Plan: Submit at least four weeks prior to start of installation.

H. Preinstallation Field Adhesion Test Plan: Submit at least two weeks prior to start of installation.

I. Field Quality Control Plan: Submit at least two weeks prior to start of installation.

J. Preinstallation Field Adhesion Test Reports: Submit filled out Preinstallation Field Adhesion

Test Reports log within 10 days after completion of tests; include bagged test samples and photographic records.

K. Installation Log: Submit filled-out log for each length or instance of sealant installed.

L. Field Quality Control Log: Submit filled-out log for each length or instance of sealant installed, within 10 days after completion of inspections/tests; include bagged test samples and photographic records, if any.

M. Manufacturer's qualification statement.

N. Installer's qualification statement.

O. Executed warranty.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Maintain one copy of each referenced document covering installation requirements on site.

B. Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing the products specified in this section with minimum three years documented experience.

C. Installer Qualifications: Company specializing in performing the work of this section and with at least three years of documented experience.

D. Testing Agency Qualifications: Independent firm specializing in performing testing and inspections of the type specified in this section.

E. Preconstruction Laboratory Testing: Arrange for sealant manufacturer(s) to test each combination of sealant, substrate, backing, and accessories.

1. Adhesion Testing: In accordance with ASTM C794.

2. Compatibility Testing: In accordance with ASTM C1087.

3. Stain Testing: In accordance with ASTM C1248; required only for stone substrates.

4. Allow sufficient time for testing to avoid delaying the work.

5. Deliver sufficient samples to manufacturer for testing.

6. Report manufacturer's recommended corrective measures, if any, including primers or techniques not indicated in product data submittals.

7. Testing is not required if sealant manufacturer provides data showing previous testing, not older than 24 months, that shows satisfactory adhesion, lack of staining, and compatibility.

F. Installation Plan: Include schedule of sealed joints, including the following:

1. Joint width indicated in Contract Documents.

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2. Joint depth indicated in Contract Documents; to face of backing material at centerline of joint.

3. Method to be used to protect adjacent surfaces from sealant droppings and smears, with acknowledgment that some surfaces cannot be cleaned to like-new condition and therefore prevention is imperative.

4. Approximate date of installation, for evaluation of thermal movement influence.

5. Installation Log Form: Include the following data fields, with known information filled out.

a. Unique identification of each length or instance of sealant installed.

b. Location on project.

c. Substrates.

d. Sealant used.

e. Stated movement capability of sealant.

f. Primer to be used, or indicate no primer is used.

g. Size and actual backing material used.

h. Date of installation.

i. Name of installer.

j. Actual joint width; provide space to indicate maximum and minimum width.

k. Actual joint depth to face of backing material at centerline of joint.

l. Air temperature.

G. Preinstallation Field Adhesion Test Plan: Include destructive field adhesion testing of one sample of each combination of sealant type and substrate, except interior acrylic latex sealants, and include the following for each tested sample.

1. Identification of testing agency.

2. Name(s) of sealant manufacturer's field representatives who will be observing.

3. Preinstallation Field Adhesion Test Log Form: Include the following data fields, with known information filled out.

a. Substrate; if more than one type of substrate is involved in a single joint, provide two entries on form, for testing each sealant substrate side separately.

b. Test date.

c. Location on project.

d. Sealant used.

e. Stated movement capability of sealant.

f. Test method used.

g. Date of installation of field sample to be tested.

h. Date of test.

i. Copy of test method documents.

j. Age of sealant upon date of testing.

k. Test results, modeled after the sample form in the test method document.

l. Indicate use of photographic record of test.

H. Field Quality Control Plan:

1. Visual inspection of entire length of sealant joints.

2. Nondestructive field adhesion testing of sealant joints, except interior acrylic latex sealants.

a. If any failures occur in the first 10 linear feet (3 linear m), continue testing at 12 inches (305 mm) intervals at no extra cost to Owner.

3. Destructive field adhesion testing of sealant joints, except interior acrylic latex sealant.

a. For each different sealant and substrate combination, allow for one test every 100 feet (30 m) in the first 1,000 linear feet (305 linear m), and one test per 1,000 linear feet (305 linear m) thereafter, or once per floor on each elevation.

b. If any failures occur in the first 1,000 linear feet (305 linear m), continue testing at frequency of one test per 500 linear feet (152 linear m) at no extra cost to Owner.

4. Field testing agency's qualifications.

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5. Field Quality Control Log Form: Show same data fields as on Preinstallation Field Adhesion Test Log, with known information filled out and lines for multiple tests per sealant/substrate combinations; include visual inspection and specified field testing; allow for possibility that more tests than minimum specified may be necessary.

I. Field Adhesion Test Procedures:

1. Allow sealants to fully cure as recommended by manufacturer before testing.

2. Have a copy of the test method document available during tests.

3. Take photographs or make video records of each test, with joint identification provided in the photos/videos; for example, provide small erasable whiteboard positioned next to joint.

4. Record the type of failure that occurred, other information required by test method, and the information required on the Field Quality Control Log.

5. When performing destructive tests, also inspect the opened joint for proper installation characteristics recommended by manufacturer, and report any deficiencies.

6. Deliver the samples removed during destructive tests in separate sealed plastic bags, identified with project, location, test date, and test results, to Owner.

7. If any combination of sealant type and substrate does not show evidence of minimum adhesion or shows cohesion failure before minimum adhesion, report results to Architect.

J. Nondestructive Field Adhesion Test: Test for adhesion in accordance with ASTM C1521, using

Nondestructive Continuous Method.

1. Record results on Field Quality Control Log.

2. Repair failed portions of joints.

K. Destructive Field Adhesion Test: Test for adhesion in accordance with ASTM C1521, using Destructive Tail Procedure.

1. Sample: At least 18 inches (457 mm) long.

2. Minimum Elongation Without Adhesive Failure: Consider the tail at rest, not under any elongation stress; multiply the stated movement capability of the sealant in percent by two;

then multiply 1 inch (25.4 mm) by that percentage; if adhesion failure occurs before the 1-inch mark is that distance from the substrate, the test has failed.

3. If either adhesive or cohesive failure occurs before minimum elongation, take necessary measures to correct conditions and retest; record each modification to products or installation procedures.

4. Record results on Field Quality Control Log.

5. Repair failed portions of joints.

L. Field Adhesion Tests of Joints: Test for adhesion using most appropriate method in accordance with ASTM C1521, or another applicable method as recommended by manufacturer.

1.06 WARRANTY

A. See Section 017800 - Closeout Submittals for additional warranty requirements.

B. Manufacturer Warranty: Provide 2-year manufacturer warranty for installed sealants and accessories that fail to achieve a watertight seal, exhibit loss of adhesion or cohesion, or do not cure. Complete forms in Owner's name and register with manufacturer.

C. Extended Correction Period: Correct defective work within 2-year period commencing on Date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS

A. Nonsag Sealants:

1. Adfast USA Inc: www.adfastcorp.com/#sle.

2. Adhesives Technology Corporation: www.atcepoxy.com/#sle.

3. Bostik Inc: www.bostik-us.com/#sle.

4. Dow: www.dow.com/#sle.

5. Everkem Diversified Products, Inc: www.everkemproducts.com/#sle.

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6. Franklin International, Inc: www.titebond.com/#sle.

7. Henry, a Carlisle Company: www.henry.com/#sle.

8. Hilti, Inc: www.hilti.com/#sle.

9. Master Builders Solutions: www.master-builders-solutions.com/en-us/#sle.

10. Momentive Performance Materials, Inc (formerly GE Silicones):

www.momentive.com/#sle.

11. Pecora Corporation: www.pecora.com/#sle.

12. QUIKRETE Companies: www.quikrete.com/#sle.

13. Sherwin-Williams Company: www.sherwin-williams.com/#sle.

14. Sika Corporation: usa.sika.com/#sle.

15. Specified Technologies Inc: www.stifirestop.com/#sle.

16. Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing: www.tremcosealants.com/#sle.

17. W. R. Meadows, Inc: www.wrmeadows.com/#sle.

18. Substitutions: See Section 016000 - Product Requirements.

B. Self-Leveling Sealants:

1. Adhesives Technology Corporation: www.atcepoxy.com/#sle.

2. Bostik Inc: www.bostik-us.com/#sle.

3. Dayton Superior Corporation: www.daytonsuperior.com/#sle.

4. Dow: www.dow.com/#sle.

5. Master Builders Solutions: www.master-builders-solutions.com/en-us/#sle.

6. Pecora Corporation: www.pecora.com/#sle.

7. QUIKRETE Companies: www.quikrete.com/#sle.

8. Sherwin-Williams Company: www.sherwin-williams.com/#sle.

9. Sika Corporation: usa.sika.com/#sle.

10. Tremco Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing: www.tremcosealants.com/#sle.

11. W. R. Meadows, Inc: www.wrmeadows.com/#sle.

12. Substitutions: See Section 016000 - Product Requirements.

2.02 JOINT SEALANT APPLICATIONS

A. Scope:

1. Exterior Joints:

a. Seal open joints except open joints indicated on drawings as not sealed.

b. Seal the following joints:

1) Wall expansion and control joints.

2) Joints between doors, windows, and other frames or adjacent construction.

3) Joints between different exposed materials.

2. Interior Joints:

a. Do not seal interior joints indicated on drawings as not sealed.

b. Do not seal gaps and openings in gypsum board and suspended ceilings

c. Do not seal through-penetrations in sound-rated assemblies that are also fire-rated assemblies.

d. Seal open joints except specific open joints indicated on drawings as not sealed.

e. Seal the following joints:

1) Joints between door frames and window frames and adjacent construction.

2) Joints between different exposed materials.

3. Do Not Seal:

a. Intentional weep holes in masonry.

b. Joints indicated to be covered with expansion joint cover assemblies.

c. Joints where sealant installation is specified in other sections.

B. Exterior Joints: Use nonsag nonstaining silicone sealant, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Lap Joints in Sheet Metal Fabrications: Butyl rubber, noncuring.

2. Lap Joints between Manufactured Metal Panels: Butyl rubber, noncuring.

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3. Control and Expansion Joints in Concrete Paving: Self-leveling polyurethane traffic-grade sealant.

C. Interior Joints: Use nonsag polyurethane sealant, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Wall and Ceiling Joints in Nonwet Areas: Acrylic emulsion latex sealant.

2. Wall and Ceiling Joints in Wet Areas: Nonsag polyurethane sealant for continuous liquid immersion.

D. Interior Wet Areas: Bathrooms, restrooms, kitchens, food service areas, and food processing areas; fixtures in wet areas include plumbing fixtures, food service equipment, countertops, cabinets, and other similar items.

E. Preformed Joint Seals: See Section 079100 for information.

2.03 JOINT SEALANTS - GENERAL

A. Sealants and Primers: Provide products with acceptable levels of volatile organic compound (VOC) content; see Section 016116.

B. Color: To be selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

2.04 NONSAG JOINT SEALANTS

A. Nonstaining Silicone Sealant: ASTM C920, Grade NS, Uses M, A, G, and O; not expected to withstand continuous water immersion or traffic.

1. Movement Capability: Plus and minus 25 percent, minimum.

2. Nonstaining to Porous Stone: Nonstaining to light-colored natural stone when tested in accordance with ASTM C1248.

3. Dirt Pick-Up: Reduced dirt pick-up compared to other silicone sealants.

4. Hardness Range: 15 to 35, Shore A, when tested in accordance with ASTM C661.

5. Color: To be selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

6. Service Temperature Range: Minus 20 to 180 degrees F (Minus 29 to 82 degrees C).

B. Polyurethane Sealant: ASTM C920, Grade NS, Uses M and A; single or multi-component; not expected to withstand continuous water immersion or traffic.

1. Movement Capability: Plus and minus 25 percent, minimum.

2. Hardness Range: 20 to 35, Shore A, when tested in accordance with ASTM C661.

3. Color: To be selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

4. Service Temperature Range: Minus 40 to 180 degrees F (Minus 40 to 82 degrees C).

C. Polyurethane Sealant for Continuous Water Immersion: ASTM C920, Grade NS, Uses M and A; single or multicomponent; explicitly approved by manufacturer for continuous water immersion; suitable for traffic exposure when recessed below traffic surface.

1. Movement Capability: Plus and minus 35 percent, minimum.

2. Water Compatibility: Non-Potable.

3. Hardness Range: 20 to 35, Shore A, when tested in accordance with ASTM C661.

4. Color: To be selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

5. Service Temperature Range: Minus 40 to 180 degrees F (Minus 40 to 82 degrees C).

D. Acrylic Emulsion Latex: Water-based; ASTM C834, single component, nonstaining, nonbleeding, nonsagging; not intended for exterior use.

1. Color: To be selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

2. Grade: ASTM C834; Grade 0 Degrees F (Minus 18 Degrees C).

E. Noncuring Butyl Sealant: Solvent-based, single component, nonsag, nonskinning, nonhardening, nonbleeding; nonvapor permeable; intended for fully concealed applications.

2.05 SELF-LEVELING JOINT SEALANTS

A. Self-Leveling Polyurethane Sealant: ASTM C920, Grade P, Uses M and A; single or multicomponent; explicitly approved by manufacturer for traffic exposure; not expected to withstand continuous water immersion .

1. Movement Capability: Plus and minus 25 percent, minimum.

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2. Hardness Range: 35 to 55, Shore A, when tested in accordance with ASTM C661.

3. Color: To be selected by Architect from manufacturer's full range.

4. Service Temperature Range: Minus 40 to 180 degrees F (Minus 40 to 82 degrees C).

2.06 ACCESSORIES

A. Sealant Backing Materials, General: Materials placed in joint before applying sealants; assists sealant performance and service life by developing optimum sealant profile and preventing three-sided adhesion; type and size recommended by sealant manufacturer for compatibility with sealant, substrate, and application.

B. Backing Tape: Self-adhesive polyethylene tape with surface that sealant will not adhere to and recommended by tape and sealant manufacturers for specific application.

C. Masking Tape: Self-adhesive, nonabsorbent, nonstaining, removable without adhesive residue, and compatible with surfaces adjacent to joints and sealants.

D. Joint Cleaner: Noncorrosive and nonstaining type, type recommended by sealant manufacturer; compatible with joint forming materials.

E. Primers: Type recommended by sealant manufacturer to suit application; nonstaining.

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that joints are ready to receive work.

B. Verify that backing materials are compatible with sealants.

C. Verify that backer rods are of the correct size.

D. Preinstallation Adhesion Testing: Install a sample for each test location indicated in the test plan.

1. Test each sample as specified in PART 1 under QUALITY ASSURANCE article.

2. Notify Architect of date and time that tests will be performed, at least seven days in advance.

3. Arrange for sealant manufacturer's technical representative to be present during tests.

4. Record each test on Preinstallation Adhesion Test Log as indicated.

5. If any sample fails, review products and installation procedures, consult manufacturer, or take other measures that are necessary to ensure adhesion; retest in a different location;

if unable to obtain satisfactory adhesion, report to Architect.

6. After completion of tests, remove remaining sample material and prepare joints for new sealant installation.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Remove loose materials and foreign matter that could impair adhesion of sealant.

B. Clean joints, and prime as necessary, in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

C. Perform preparation in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and ASTM C1193.

D. Mask elements and surfaces adjacent to joints from damage and disfigurement due to sealant work; be aware that sealant drips and smears may not be completely removable.

E. Concrete Floor Joints That Will Be Exposed in Completed Work: Test joint filler in an inconspicuous area to verify that it does not stain or discolor slab.

3.03 INSTALLATION

A. Install this work in accordance with sealant manufacturer's requirements for preparation of surfaces and material installation instructions.

B. Provide joint sealant installations complying with ASTM C1193.

C. Measure joint dimensions and size joint backers to achieve the following, unless otherwise indicated:

1. Width/depth ratio of 2:1.

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2. Neck dimension no greater than 1/3 of the joint width.

3. Surface bond area on each side not less than 75 percent of joint width.

D. Install bond breaker backing tape where backer rod cannot be used.

E. Install sealant free of air pockets, foreign embedded matter, ridges, and sags, and without getting sealant on adjacent surfaces.

F. Do not install sealant when ambient temperature is outside manufacturer's recommended temperature range, or will be outside that range during the entire curing period, unless manufacturer's approval is obtained and instructions are followed.

G. Nonsag Sealants: Tool surface concave, unless otherwise indicated; remove masking tape immediately after tooling sealant surface.

H. Concrete Floor Joint Filler: After full cure, shave joint filler flush with top of concrete slab.

3.04 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. See Section 014000 - Quality Requirements for additional requirements.

B. Perform field quality control inspection/testing as specified in PART 1 under QUALITY

ASSURANCE article.

C. Non-Destructive Adhesion Testing: If there are any failures in first 100 linear feet (30 linear m), notify Architect immediately.

D. Destructive Adhesion Testing: If there are any failures in first 1,000 linear feet (300 linear m), notify Architect immediately.

E. Remove and replace failed portions of sealants using same materials and procedures as indicated for original installation.

F. Repair destructive test location damage immediately after evaluation and recording of results.

3.05 POST-OCCUPANCY

A. Post-Occupancy Inspection: Perform visual inspection of entire length of project sealant joints at a time that joints have opened to their greatest width, i.e., at low temperature in thermal cycle. Report failures immediately and repair them.

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SECTION 099000

PAINTING AND COATING

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Surface preparation.

B. Interior painting and coating systems.

C. Exterior painting and coating systems.

D. Scope:

1. Finish surfaces exposed to view, unless fully factory-finished and unless otherwise indicated, including the following:

a. Exterior:

1) Concrete: Cementitious siding, Flexboard, Transite, non-roof shingles, common brick, stucco, tilt-up, precast, and poured-in-place cement.

2) Masonry: Concrete masonry units (CMU), cinder or concrete block.

3) Metal: Aluminum, galvanized.

4) Metal, Miscellaneous: Iron, ornamental iron, structural iron and steel, ferrous metal.

5) Architectural PVC, plastic, and fiberglass.

6) Drywall: Gypsum board and exterior drywall.

b. Interior:

1) Masonry CMU: Concrete, split face, scored, smooth, high density, low density, and fluted.

2) Metal: Aluminum and galvanized.

3) Metal, Galvanized: Ceilings and ductwork.

4) Metal: Structural steel columns, joists, trusses, beams, miscellaneous and ornamental iron, structural iron, and ferrous metal.

5) Wood: Walls, ceilings, doors, and trim.

6) Drywall: Walls, ceilings, gypsum board, and similar items.

7) Concrete: Floors, non-vehicular.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 016116 - Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content Restrictions.

B. Section 055000 - Metal Fabrications: Shop-primed items.

1.03 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. SSPC-SP 1 - Solvent Cleaning; 2015, with Editorial Revision (2016).

B. SSPC-SP 2 - Hand Tool Cleaning; 2024.

C. SSPC-SP 6/NACE No.3 - Commercial Blast Cleaning; 2006.

D. SSPC-SP 13/NACE No.6 - Surface Preparation of Concrete; 2018.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 013000 - Administrative Requirements for submittal procedures.

B. Product Data: Provide complete list of products to be used, with the following information for each:

1. Product characteristics.

2. Surface preparation instructions and recommendations.

3. Primer requirements and finish specification.

4. Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.

5. Application methods.

6. Clean-up information.

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