CollinCollegeFrisco_Library_Specifications.pdf

Project Manual for

Frisco Campus Library Roof Replacement Collin College

October 9, 2026 Issue for BID

BEAM Project No.: 260115

14001 N. Dallas Parkway, Suite 400 Dallas, Texas 75240

(972) 233-1323

FAX (972) 233-1373

10/9/2026

BEAM Professionals Frisco Campus Library Roof Replacement BEAM Project No. 260115 Collin College – Frisco Campus Issue for BID October 9, 2026

Table of Contents - 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

I. SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 21 00 – ALLOWANCES

01 22 00 – MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT (UNIT PRICES)

01 23 00 – ALTERNATES

01 25 13 – PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

01 26 00 – CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

01 29 00 – PAYMENT PROCEDURES

01 29 73 – SCHEDULE OF VALUES

01 31 13 – PROJECT COORDINATION

01 31 19 – PROJECT MEETINGS

01 32 16 – CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

01 33 00 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 35 16 – ALTERATION PROJECT PROCEDURES

01 41 00 – REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

01 45 00 – QUALITY CONTROL

01 50 00 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

01 73 29 – CUTTING AND PATCHING

01 77 00 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

DIVISION 2 - SITE WORK

SECTION 02 50 00 – SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

NOT USED

DIVISION 4 - MASONRY

NOT USED

DIVISION 5 - METALS

NOT USED

DIVISION 6 - WOOD AND PLASTICS

SECTION 06 10 00 – ROUGH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07 41 13 – PREFINISHED METAL ROOFING

07 54 00 – FULLY ADHERED THERMOPLASTIC MEMBRANE ROOFING SYSTEM

07 62 00 – ROOF RELATED SHEET METAL

07 72 00 – ROOF ACCESSORIES

07 72 33 – ROOF SCUTTLE (HATCHES)

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DIVISION 8

NOT USED

DIVISION 9-26

NOT USED

END OF LIST

ALLOWANCES

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SECTION 01 21 00 - ALLOWANCES

CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT AND DIVISION 1, as applicable, apply to the Section.

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONDITIONS

A. Cash allowances are hereby established for Owner’s Contingency, Scope of Work items and materials in the amounts listed below and shall be included in the Contract Sum.

These sums shall be reconciled in accordance with Article 3.8 of the General Conditions.

B. Allowances for materials, such as brick, tile, etc., shall be for the net cost of materials only, without sales tax, delivered and unloaded at the jobsite. The party who makes the purchase (Contractor or subcontractor) shall include handling costs on site, labor, overhead, profit and other expenses contemplated for each allowance in the Contractor's Sum and not in the allowance. Include labor under allowance, only when labor is specified to be included.

C. Allowances for Scope of Work, such as Owner’s contingency, graphics, technology, etc., will be adjusted, as necessary, to reflect the difference between the allowance amount stated and Contractor’s handling costs, cost of materials, without sales tax, plus labor, subcontract costs, with overhead and profit markup, and any other reasonable costs, except the Contractor’s overhead and profit, which is not allowed.

D. Contractor shall cause the work covered by these allowances to be performed for such amounts and by such persons as the Architect may direct or by persons selected by competitive sealed proposals, but he will not be required to employ persons against whom he makes reasonable objection. If any items cost less than the amount listed, the Owner shall be given a credit in the amount of the difference. If the Owner so desires, credits in one allowance category may be transferred to any other allowance category. If any items cost more than the amount listed, such adjustment will include additional handling costs on the site, labor, installation costs, overhead, profit and other expenses resulting to the Contractor or subcontractor from any increase over the original allowance, unless such increase is funded by a transfer of funds from other allowances in which case no overhead and profit will be allowed. If the final cost of all allowances, when determined, is more or less than the sum of the allowances, the Contract Sum will be adjusted accordingly by Change Order.

E. Contractor shall proceed with the work in question only after receiving written directions executed by the Owner and the Architect. Such direction will be provided by an Allowance Expenditure Authorization prepared by the Architect and executed by Owner, Architect and Contractor. Owner will not be obligated to pay the cost of any work completed without prior authorization.

F. Unexpended balance of allowance sums shall revert to the Owner in the final settlement of the Contract.

ALLOWANCES

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

Not Used

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 ALLOWANCES

A. Frisco Campus Library Allowance – Modified Bitumen Areas Base Bid: $ 30,000.00

1. Contractor shall include the amount indicated above in his Base Proposal and Alternate Proposal as a contingency to cover the cost of hidden, concealed or otherwise unforeseen conditions which develop during completion of the work.

Contractor shall be allowed to recover all costs associated with the completion of work under this contingency, however, no overhead or profit will be allowed.

B. Frisco Campus Library Allowance – Metal Roof Areas Add Alt. Bid: $50,000.00

1. Contractor shall include the amount indicated above in his Base Proposal and

Alternate Proposal as a contingency to cover the cost of hidden, concealed or otherwise unforeseen conditions which develop during completion of the work.

Contractor shall be allowed to recover all costs associated with the completion of work under this contingency, however, no overhead or profit will be allowed.

END OF SECTION 01 21 00

MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT (UNIT PRICES)

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SECTION 01 22 00 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT (UNIT PRICES)

CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT AND DIVISION 1, as applicable, apply to this Section.

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Measurement and payment criteria applicable to portions of the Work performed under a unit price payment method.

B. Defect assessment and non-payment for rejected work.

1.2 AUTHORITY

A. Measurement methods delineated in the individual specification sections complement the criteria of this Section. In the event of conflict, the requirements of the individual specification section govern.

B. Take all measurements and compute quantities. The Architect will verify measurements and quantities.

1.3 UNIT QUANTITIES SPECIFIED

A. Quantities indicated in the Contract Documents are for proposal and contract purposes only. Quantities and measurements supplied or placed in the Work and verified by the Architect determine payment.

B. If the actual Work requires more or fewer quantities than those quantities indicated, provide the required quantities at the unit sum/prices contracted.

C. If the actual Work requires a 25 percent or greater change in quantity than those quantities indicated, the Owner or Contractor may claim for a Contract Price adjustment.

1.4 MEASUREMENT OF QUANTITIES

A. Measurement Devices:

1. Weigh Scales: Inspected, tested and certified by the applicable State Weights and

Measures Department within the past year.

2. Platform Scales: Of sufficient size and capacity to accommodate the conveying vehicle.

3. Metering Devices: Inspected, tested and certified by the applicable State department within the past year.

B. Measurement by Weight: Concrete reinforcing steel, rolled or formed steel or other metal shapes will be measured by handbook weights. Welded assemblies will be measured by handbook or scale weight.

C. Measurement by Volume: Measured by cubic dimension using mean length, width and height or thickness.

D. Measurement by Area: Measured by square dimension using mean length and width or radius.

E. Linear Measurement: Measured by linear dimension, at the item centerline or mean chord.

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F. Stipulated Sum/Price Measurement: Items measured by weight, volume, area, or linear means or combination, as appropriate, as a completed item or unit of the Work.

1.5 PAYMENT

A. Payment Includes: Full compensation for all required labor, Products, tools, equipment, plant, transportation, services and incidentals; erection, application or installation of an item of the Work; overhead and profit.

B. Final payment for Work governed by unit prices will be made on the basis of the actual measurements and quantities accepted by the Architect multiplied by the unit/sum price for Work which is incorporated in or made necessary by the Work.

1.6 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace the Work, or portions of the Work, not conforming to specified requirements.

B. If, in the opinion of the Architect, it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, the

Architect will direct one (1) of the following remedies:

1. The defective Work may remain, but the unit sum/price will be adjusted to a new sum/price or reduced 50 percent at the discretion of the Architect.

2. The defective Work will be partially repaired to the instructions of the Architect, and the unit sum/price will be adjusted to a new sum/price or reduced 50 percent at the discretion of the Architect.

C. The individual specification sections may modify these options or may identify a specific formula or percentage sum/price reduction.

D. The authority of the Architect to assess the defect and identify payment adjustment, is final.

1.7 NON-PAYMENT FOR REJECTED PRODUCTS

A. Payment will not be made for any:

1. products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

2. products determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. products not completely unloaded from the transporting vehicle.

4. products placed beyond the lines and levels of the required Work.

5. products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.

6. loading, hauling and disposing of rejected Products.

3.1 SCHEDULE OF UNIT PRICES (For adding or deducting units of work)

Unit Price No. 1. Removal and replacement of treated wood nailers: (Include 500 linear feet of Each dimension, in Each base proposal except base proposal “C” include 5,000 linear feet of each dimension)

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1. Unit Price shall be for entire unit cost including overhead and profit to provide removal and replacement of treated wood nailers which are not shown on the drawings, but which are found to be required.

2 x 4 2 x 6 2 x 8

2 x 10

2. The units to be used shall be dollars per linear foot for adding or deleting units of work to or from that required by the Base Proposal and Alternate Proposal.

3. Refer to Specification Sections for materials.

4. Enter unit price on Proposal Form.

END OF SECTION 01 22 00

ALTERNATES

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Rev 06/06

SECTION 01 23 00-ALTERNATES

1.1 ALTERNATE PRICES

A. State, in the spaces provided in the proposal form, Alternate Prices for the work described below. The responsibility of determining the quantity of Alternates rests with the Contractor.

Base Proposal and Alternates shall include cost of all supporting elements required, so that no matter what combination of Base Proposal and Alternates are accepted, that portion shall be a complete entity in itself. Work for all Alternates shall be in strict accordance with the specification sections noted and applicable to the specific work.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS - Not Used

3.1 ALTERNATES

A. Additive Alternate Number “1”: Remove and Replace existing Metal Roof Assembly.

This Alternate shall provide Add/Deduct (circle one) pricing to the Reroofing Base Proposal to provide addded scope of work for existing metal roof areas as identified in drawings.

END OF SECTION 01 23 00

PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 25 13 - PRODUCT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT AND DIVISION 1, as applicable, apply to this Section.

A. Specified product compliance, and product quality assurance

B. Specific administrative and procedural requirements for handling requests for substitutions made prior to award of Contract.

C. Requirements for product delivery, storage and handling.

1.2 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Instructions to Offerors: Product options and procedures for submittal of requests for substitutions during the Proposal period.

1.3 DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS

A. Definitions: Definitions used in this Section are not intended to negate the meaning of other terms used in the Contract Documents, including such terms as “specialties”, “systems”, “structure”, “finishes”, “accessories”, “furnishings”, “special construction”, and similar terms. Such terms are self-explanatory and have recognized meanings in the construction industry.

1. Products: Shall mean items purchased for incorporation in the Work, regardless of whether they were specifically purchased for the project or taken from the Contractor’s previously purchased stock. The term “product” as used herein includes the terms “material”, “equipment”, “system”, and other terms of similar intent.

a. Named Products: Are those identified by the use of the manufacturer’s name for a product, including such items as a make or model designation, as recorded in published product literature, of the latest issue as of the date of the Contract Documents.

b. Specified Products: same as Named Products.

2. Materials: Shall mean products that must be substantially cut, shaped, worked, mixed, finished, refined, or otherwise fabricated, processed, or installed to form units of work.

3. Equipment: Is defined as a product with operational parts, regardless of whether motorized or manually operated, and in particular, a product that requires service connections such as wiring or piping.

1.4 PRODUCT QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitations: To the fullest extent possible, provide products of the same generic kind, from a single source, for each unit of work.

1. When it is discovered that specific products are available only from sources that do not or cannot produce an adequate quantity to complete project requirements in a timely manner, consult with the Architect/Engineer for a determination of what product quantities are most important before proceeding. The Architect/Engineer will designate those qualities, such as visual, structural, durability, or compatibility, that are most important. When the Architect/Engineer’s determination has been made, select products from those

01 25 13 - 2 sources that produce products that possess the most important qualities, to the fullest extent possible.

B. Compatibility of Options: Compatibility of products is a basic requirement of product selection. When the Contractor is given the option of selecting between two (2) or more products for use on the project, the product selected must be compatible with other products previously selected, even if the products previously selected were also Contractor options. The complete compatibility between the various choices available to the Contractor is not assured by the various requirements of the Contract Documents, but must be provided by the Contractor.

C. Or Equal:

1. Where the phrase “or equal”, “or equivalent”, “or Architects approved equal”, or similar phrasing, occurs in the Proposal Documents, do not assume that materials, equipment, or methods of construction will be approved by the Architect unless the item has been specifically approved for this Work by the Architect.

2. The decision of the Architect shall be final.

D. Where a proposed substitution involves the work of more than one (1) contractor, each contractor involved shall cooperate and coordinate the work with each other contractor involved, so as to provide uniformity and consistency and to assure the compatibility of products.

E. Foreign Product Limitations: “Foreign products” as distinguished from “domestic products” are defined as products that are either manufactured substantially (50 percent or more of value) outside of the United States and its possessions, or produced or supplied by entities known to be substantially owned (more than 50 percent) by persons who are not citizens of nor living within the United States and its possessions.

1. Except under one (1) of the following conditions, select and provide domestic, not foreign, products for inclusion in the Work.

a. There is no domestic product available that complies with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

b. Available domestic products that comply with the requirements of the

Contract Documents are available only at prices or other procurement terms that are substantially higher (25 percent or more) than for available foreign products that comply with the requirements of the Contract Documents.

c. At the discretion of the Architect or Owner.

2. Final determination and acceptance will be the responsibility of the Architect.

F. Standards: Refer to Section 01 41 00, Regulatory Requirements for the applicability of industry standards to the products specified for the Project, and for the acronyms used in the text of the Specification Sections.

1.5 SUBSTITUTIONS OF PRODUCTS

A. The products described in the Proposal Documents establish a standard of required function, dimension, appearance and quality to be met by any proposed substitution. The materials and equipment named in, and the procedures covered by these specifications have been selected as a standard because of quality, particular suitability or record of satisfactory performance. It is not intended to preclude the use of equal or better materials

01 25 13 - 3 or equipment provided that same meets the requirements of the particular project and is approved in an Addendum as a substitution prior to the submission of proposals.

B. No substitution will be considered prior to receipt of proposals unless written request for approval has been received by the Architect at least seven (7) days prior to the date for receipt of proposals. Each such request shall include the name of the material or equipment for which it is to be substituted and a complete description of the proposed substitute including drawings, cuts, performance and test data and any other information necessary for an evaluation. The Architect's decision of approval or disapproval of a proposed substitution shall be final.

C. If the Architect approves any proposed substitution prior to receipt of proposals, such approval will be set forth in an Addendum. Offerors shall not rely upon approvals made in any other manner.

D. The Architect and Owner reserve the right to disapprove the use of any manufacturer who in their judgment is unsuitable for use on the Project and that decision will be final

E. The following are not considered as substitutions:

1. Revisions to the Contract Documents, when requested by the Owner, Architect, or any of their consultants are considered as “changes” not substitutions.

2. Specified Contractor options on products and construction methods included in

Contract Documents are choices made available to the Contractor and are not subject to the requirements specified in this Section for substitutions.

3. Except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, the Contractor’s determination of and compliance with governing authorities do not constitute “substitutions” and do not constitute a basis for change orders.

F. The following may be considered as a reason for a request for substitution:

1. The request is directly related to an “or approved equal” clause or similar language in the Contract Documents.

2. The specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time in accordance with paragraph below concerning availability of specified items.

3. The specified product or method of construction cannot receive necessary approval by a governing authority, and the requested substitution can be approved.

4. A substantial advantage is offered the Owner, in terms of cost, time, energy conservation or other consideration of merit, after deducting offsetting responsibilities the Owner may be required to bear. These additional responsibilities may include such considerations as additional compensation to the Architect/Engineer for redesign and evaluation services, the increased cost of other work by the Owner or separate contractors, and similar considerations.

5. The specified product or method of construction cannot be provided in a manner that is compatible with other materials, and where the Contractor certifies that the substitution will overcome the incompatibility.

6. The specified product or method of construction cannot be coordinated with other materials, and where the Contractor certifies that the proposed substitution can be coordinated.

7. The specified product or method of construction cannot provide a warranty required by the Contract Documents and where the Contractor certifies that the proposed substitution provides the required warranty.

G. Availability of specified items:

1. Verify prior to submittal of Proposal that all specified items will be available in time for installation during orderly and timely progress of the work.

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2. In the event specified items will not be so available, notify the Architect prior to receipt of Proposals. Submit Request for Substitutions in accordance with this section.

3. The request will not be considered if the product or method cannot be provided as a result of the Contractor’s failure to pursue the work promptly or coordinate activities properly.

4. Costs of delays because of non-availability of specified items, when such delays could have been avoided by the Contractor, will be back-charged as necessary and shall not be borne by the Owner.

H. A request constitutes a representation that Offeror:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds quality level of specified product.

2. Will provide same warranty for Substitution as for specified product, except when inability to provide specified Warranty is reason for request for substitution as described above.

3. Will coordinate installation and make changes to other Work which may be required for the Work to be complete with no additional cost to Owner.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension which may subsequently become apparent.

5. Will reimburse the Owner and pay for all costs, including Architect/Engineer’s redesign and evaluation costs resulting from the use of the proposed substitution, or for review or redesign services associated with re-approval by authorities having jurisdiction.

I. No substitutions will be considered after the Award of Contract.

1.6 SUBSTITUTION REQUEST SUBMITTAL

A. Requests for Substitutions: Submit three (3) copies of each request for substitution. In each request identify the product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced by the substitution; include related Specifications Section and Drawing numbers, and complete documentation showing compliance with the requirements for substitutions.

Include, as appropriate, with each request, the following information:

1. Product data, drawings and descriptions of products, fabrication and installation procedures.

2. Samples, where applicable or requested.

3. A detailed comparison of the significant qualities of the proposed substitution with those of the work originally specified. Significant qualities may include elements such as size, weight, durability, performance and visual effect, where applicable.

4. Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed by other parts of the work and to construction performed by the Owner and separate Contractors that will become necessary to accommodate the proposed substitution.

5. A statement indicating the effect the substitution will have on the Contractor’s Construction Schedule compared to the schedule without approval of the substitution. Indicate the effect of the proposed substitution on overall Contract Time.

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

7. Certification by the Contractor to the effect that, in the Contractor’s opinion, after thorough evaluation, the proposed substitution will result in work that in every significant respect is equal-to or better than the work required by the Contract Documents, and that it will perform adequately in the application indicated.

Include the Contractor’s waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may

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8. A statement indicating the Contractor will reimburse the Owner and pay for all costs, including Architect/Engineer’s re-design and evaluation costs resulting from the use of the proposed substitution.

B. Work-Related Submittals: The Contractor’s submittal of, and the Architect/Engineer’s acceptance of, Shop Drawings, Product Data, or Samples which are related to work not complying with the Contract Documents, does not constitute an acceptance or valid request for a substitution, nor approval thereof.

1.7 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. General: Deliver, store, and handle products in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations, using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration and loss, including theft. Control to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces or overloading of structure. In particular, coordinate delivery and installation to ensure minimum holding or storage times for items known or recognized to be flammable, hazardous, easily damaged, or sensitive to deterioration, theft and other sources of loss.

1. Deliver products to the site in the manufacturer’s sealed containers or other packaging system, complete with labels intact, and instructions for handling, storage, unpacking, installing, cleaning and protecting.

2. Cover products subject to deterioration with impervious sheet covering. Provide ventilation to avoid condensation or potential degradation of product.

3. Store loose granular materials on solid flat surfaces in a well-drained area.

Prevent mixing with foreign matter.

4. Store products at the site or in a bonded and insured off-site storage facility or warehouse in a manner that will facilitate inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units. Periodically inspect to verify products are undamaged and are maintained in acceptable condition.

5. Store heavy materials away from the project structure or in a manner that will not endanger the supporting construction.

2.1 GENERAL PRODUCT COMPLIANCE

A. General: Requirements for individual products are indicated in the Contract Documents;

compliance with these requirements is in itself a contract requirement. These requirements may be specified in any one (1) of several different specifying methods, or in any combination of these methods. These methods include the following:

1. Proprietary

2. Descriptive

3. Performance

4. Compliance with Reference Standards

Compliance with codes, compliance with graphic details, allowances, and similar provisions of the Contract Documents also have a bearing on the selection process.

B. Procedures for Selecting Products: The Contractor’s options in selecting products are limited by requirements of the Contract Documents and governing regulations. They are not controlled by industry traditions or procedures experienced by the Contractor on previous construction projects. Required procedures include, but are not limited to the following for the various indicated methods of specifying:

1. Proprietary and Semi-Proprietary Specification Requirements:

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a. Single Product Name: Where only a single product or manufacturer is named, provide the product indicated, unless the specification indicates the possible consideration of other products. Advise the Architect/Engineer before proceeding, when it is discovered that the named product is not a reasonable or feasible solution.

b. Two (2) or More Product Names: Where two (2) or more products or manufacturers are named, provide one (1) of the products named, at the Contractor’s option. Exclude products that do not comply with specification requirements. Do not provide or offer to provide an unnamed product, unless the specification indicates the possible consideration of other products. Advise the Architect/Engineer before proceeding where none of the named products comply with specification requirements, or are not feasible for use. Where products or manufacturers are specified by name, accompanied by the term “or approved equal” or similar language, comply with this Section regarding “substitutions” to obtain approval from the Architect/Engineer for the use of an unnamed product.

2. Non-Proprietary Specification Requirements: Where the specifications name products or manufacturers that are available and may be incorporated in the Work, but do not restrict the Contractor to the use of these products only, the Contractor may, at his option, use any available product that complies with the Contract requirements.

3. Descriptive Specification Requirements: Where the specifications describe a product or assembly generically, in detail, listing the exact characteristics required, but without use of a brand name, provide products or assemblies that provide the characteristics indicated and otherwise comply with Contract requirements.

4. Performance Specification Requirements: Where the specifications require compliance with indicated performance requirements, provide products that comply with the specific performance requirements indicated, and that are recommended by the manufacturer for the application indicated. The manufacturer’s recommendations may be contained in published product literature, or by the manufacturer’s individual certification of performance.

General overall performance of a product is implied where the product is specified for specific performances.

5. Compliance with Standards, Codes, and Regulations: Where the specifications require only compliance with an imposed standard, code or regulation, the Contractor has the option of selecting a product that complies with specification requirements, including standards, codes, and regulations.

6. Visual Matching: Where matching an established sample is required, the final judgement of whether a product proposed by the Contractor matches the sample satisfactorily will be determined by the Architect. Where there is no product available within the specified product category that matches the sample satisfactorily and also complies with other specified requirements, comply with the provisions of this Section regarding “substitutions” and other Contract Documents for “change orders” for the selection of a matching product in another product category, or for non-compliance with specified requirements.

7. Visual Selection: Except as otherwise indicated, where specified product requirements include the phrase “…as selected from the manufacturer’s standard colors, patterns, textures…” or similar phrases, the Contractor has the option of selecting the product and manufacturer, provided the selection complies with other specified requirements. The Architect is subsequently responsible for selecting the color, pattern and texture from the product line selected by the Contractor.

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8. Allowances: Refer to individual sections of the specifications and Section 01 21 00, Allowances for an indication of product selections that are controlled by established allowances, and for the procedures required for processing such selections.

C. Producer’s Statement of Applicability: Where individual specification sections indicate products that require a “Statement of Applicability” from the manufacturer or other producer, submit a written-certified statement from the producer stating that the producer has reviewed the proposed application of the product on the project. This statement shall state that the producer agrees with or does not object to the Architect/Engineer’s specification and the Contractor’s selection of the product on the project is suitable and proper.

2.2 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Condition: The Contractor’s request for substitution will be received and considered when extensive revisions to Contract Documents are not required, when the proposed changes are in keeping with the general intent of the Contract Documents, when the request is timely, fully documented and properly submitted, and when one (1) or more of the above conditions are satisfied, all as judged and determined by the Architect/Engineer; otherwise the requests will be returned without action except to record non-compliance with these requirements.

3.1 INSTALLATION OF PRODUCTS

A. General: Except as otherwise indicated in individual sections of these specifications, comply with the manufacturer’s instructions and recommendations for installation of the products in the applications indicated.

B. Anchor each product securely in place, accurately located and aligned with other work.

C. Clean exposed surfaces and protect surfaces as necessary to ensure freedom from damage and deterioration at time of acceptance.

D. Products and assemblies shall be installed complete, in-place, watertight and structurally sound.

3.2 INSTALLATION OF APPROVED SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Coordinate all approved substitutions with adjacent work.

B. Comply with the manufacturer’s and/or supplier’s instructions and recommendations for installation of the products in the applications indicated.

C. Provide all items required by manufacturer and/or supplier regarding installation, i.e.

supplemental supports, anchors, fasteners, painting, etc. whether or not indicated or specified.

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CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 26 00 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. Change procedures.

B. Defect assessment.

1.2 GENERAL

A. Coordinate requirements of this Section with the requirements of the General and Supplementary Conditions of the Contract concerning change procedures.

1.3 CHANGE PROCEDURES

A. Submittals: Submit name of individual authorized to receive change documents, and be responsible for informing others in Contractor's employ or Subcontractors of changes to the Work.

B. Minor Changes: The Architect/Engineer may advise of minor changes in the Work not involving adjustment to Contract Sum/Price or Contract Time by issuing supplemental instructions on Minor Change form or by other similar documents in the form issued by the Architect.

C. Change Proposal Request: The Architect may issue a Change Proposal Request (CPR) or other similar request for proposal in the form issued by the Architect, including a detailed description of proposed change with supplementary or revised Drawings and Specifications, a change in Contract Time for executing the change and the period of time during which the requested price will be considered valid. Contractor will prepare and submit estimate in the form of a Change Proposal so as to not cause delays in the Project.

D. Use of allowances must be approved by issuance of Allowance Expenditure

Authorization (AEA) by Architect prior to modification of the schedule of values. The AEA may be comprised of a single executed Change Proposal, an accumulation of executed Change Proposals, or other similar documentation in the form allowed by the Architect in accordance with Document CB, Supplementary Conditions of the Contract.

E. Contractor may propose changes which, in his opinion, will provide value to the Owner, by submitting a request for change to Architect, describing proposed change and its full effect on the Work. Include a statement describing reason for the change, and effect on Contract Sum/Price and Contract Time with full documentation and a statement describing effect on Work by separate or other Contractors. If accepted by Architect and approved by Owner, submit a Change Order in accordance with the requirements of this Section. This request will not be considered a substitution except as defined by Section 01 25 13, Product Substitution Procedures. Owner is not obligated to accept this request.

CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

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F. Construction Change Directive: Architect/Engineer may issue directive, on AIA Form G713 Construction Change Directive or other similar document in the form issued by the Architect, and signed by Owner, instructing Contractor to proceed with change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order. Document will describe changes in the Work, and designate method of determining any change in Contract Sum/Price or Contract Time. Promptly execute change.

G. Document each quotation for change in cost or time with sufficient data to allow evaluation of quotation.

H. Change Order Forms: AIA G701 - Change Order.

I. Execution of Change Orders: The Architect will prepare and sign the Change Order, the contractor shall sign the Change Order indicating acceptance of the change, and then the Owner will execute the Change Order.

J. Correlation Of Contractor Submittals:

1. Promptly revise Schedule of Values and Application for Payment forms to record each authorized Change Order as separate line item and adjust Contract Sum/Price.

2. Promptly revise progress schedules to reflect change in Contract Time, revise sub-schedules to adjust times for other items of work affected by the change, and resubmit.

3. Promptly enter changes in Project Record Documents.

1.4 DEFECT ASSESSMENT

A. Replace the Work, or portions of the Work, not conforming to specified requirements at no additional cost to the Owner.

B. If, in the opinion of the Architect/Engineer or Owner, it is not practical to remove and replace the Work, the Architect will direct appropriate remedy or adjust payment.

C. The defective Work may remain, but sum/price will be adjusted to new sum/price at the discretion of Architect or Owner.

D. Individual specification sections may modify these options or may identify specific formula or percentage sum/price reduction.

E. Authority of Architect/Engineer, or other appropriate agent identified to perform assessment by the Architect/Engineer or Owner, to assess defects and identify payment adjustments, is final.

F. Non-Payment For Rejected Products: In addition to replacement of rejected Work, payment will not be made for rejected products for any of the following:

1. Products wasted or disposed of in a manner that is not acceptable.

2. Products determined as unacceptable before or after placement.

3. Products not completely unloaded from transporting vehicle.

4. Products placed beyond lines and levels of required Work.

5. Products remaining on hand after completion of the Work.

6. Loading, hauling, and disposing of rejected products.

Not Used.

END OF SECTION 01 26 00

PAYMENT PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 29 00 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

A. Procedures for submitting Applications for Payment.

1.2 GENERAL

A. Coordinate requirements of this Section with the requirements of the General and Supplementary Conditions of the Contract concerning payment procedures.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Submit printed schedule on AIA Form G703 - Continuation Sheet for G702 in accordance with Section 01 29 73, Schedule of Values. Contractor's standard form or electronic media printout will be considered but must be approved by the Owner.

1.4 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Submit four (4) notarized originals of each application on AIA Form G702 - Application and Certificate for Payment and AIA G703 - Continuation Sheet for G702 or other similar form approved by the Owner.

B. Content and Format: Utilize Schedule of Values for listing items in Application for

Payment.

C. Submit updated construction schedule with each Application for Payment.

D. Payment Period: Submit at intervals stipulated in the Agreement in accordance with

Document CB, Supplementary Conditions of the Contract.

E. Only materials stored on the project site shall be paid for unless the materials are stored in a bonded warehouse.

F. Substantiating Data: When Architect/Engineer requires substantiating information, submit data justifying dollar amounts in question. Items which may be requested by the Architect or Owner to substantiate costs include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Current Record Documents as specified in Section 01 77 00, Closeout

Procedures, for review by Owner which will be returned to Contractor.

2. Labor time sheets, purchase orders, or similar documentation.

3. Affidavits attesting to off-site stored products.

END OF SECTION 01 29 00

PROJECT COORDINATION

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SECTION 01 31 13 - PROJECT COORDINATION

1.1 REQUIREMENTS

A. General: notify the Architect whenever there is need of clarification or interpretation of the Contract Documents prior to commencement of work.

B. Commencement of work without Architect’s prior notification means Contractor’s acceptance of responsibility.

C. Commencement of work without Architect’s prior notification implies Contractor’s understanding of conditions, assemblies, methods, or procedures.

D. The project superintendent shall notify the Owner on an ongoing basis of ongoing work.

1.2 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCE

A. General: Notify the Architect 48 hours in advance of certain stages of construction, and, as required by the Architect, organize a pre-installation meeting with each trade individually prior to commencement of their portion of the Work. At a minimum, representatives of the Architect, the General Contractor’s project superintendent, and the Sub-contractor’s Foreman and Project Manager shall be present at each meeting. The Engineer shall be notified as applicable.

B. As indicated in each specific section of this Project Manual, or as required by the

Architect, these stages generally include, but are not necessarily limited to the following:

1. Division 6 – Rough Carpentry

2. Division 7 - installation of waterproofing, vapor barriers, flashing and sheet metal.

3. Division 7 - Installation of roofing system(s) and associated work.

C. In addition to notifying the Architect, notify the Structural Engineer (48 hours) prior to the following stages:

1. Drilling, reinforcing, and placing of first piers and footings.

2. Placing first reinforcing and grade beams.

3. Erecting structural steel elements.

3.1 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. The Contractor shall contact Architect at least ten (10) days prior to commencing construction in order for Architect to schedule a pre-construction meeting with Contractor, Architect, and Owner. This meeting must occur prior to commencement of any construction.

3.2 CONFERENCES AND MEETINGS

PROJECT COORDINATION

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A. Refer to Section 01 31 19, Project Meetings for requirements pertaining to Pre-construction Conference, Progress Meetings, and Pre-installation Conferences.

END OF SECTION 01 31 13

PROJECT MEETINGS

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SECTION 01 31 19 - PROJECT MEETINGS

1.1 REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE

A. The Architect’s:

1. Scheduling of each meeting (pre-construction meeting, periodic project meetings, and specialty called meetings throughout the progress of the Work).

2. Preparation of agenda for meetings.

3. Presiding at minutes, including all significant proceedings and decisions.

4. Recording, reproducing, and distributing copies of meeting minutes within two (2) working days, excluding weekends and holidays, after each meeting to:

a. All participants in the meeting.

b. All parties affected by decisions made at the meeting.

5. Providing status report of allowance funds.

B. The Contractor’s:

1. Making physical arrangement for meetings.

2. Participation in all meetings and conferences.

3. Scheduling attendance of Job Superintendent, Project Coordinator, and other parties affecting or affected by decisions made at meetings and conferences as their interests require.

4. Scheduling Pre-installation conferences.

5. Scheduling Pre-Closeout Meeting

6. Providing updated schedules.

7. Providing status reports/logs of CPRs, MCs, and shop drawings/submittals.

3.1 PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE

A. Contractor shall contact Architect at least ten (10) days prior to commencing construction in order for Architect to schedule a pre-construction meeting with Contractor, Architect, and Owner. This meeting must occur prior to commencement of any construction.

B. Architect will:

1. Administer pre-construction conference for the establishment of communication methods, procedures and Owner requirements.

2. Administer site mobilization conference for clarification of Owner and Contractor.

C. Location: At Project site as designated by the Architect.

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D. Attendance:

1. Contractor or Contractor’s Representative

2. Job Superintendent

3. Project Coordinator (Manager)

4. Owner or Owner’s Representative

5. Major subcontractors

6. Major suppliers

7. Architect’s Representative

8. Architect’s Field Representative

9. Consultants as needed

10. Others as appropriate

E. Meeting Agenda, may include, but is not limited to:

1. Discussion on major subcontracts and suppliers and projected construction schedules.

2. Critical work sequencing.

3. Major equipment deliveries and priorities. Discussion of long lead time items.

4. Project coordination and designation of responsible personnel.

5. Procedures and processing of field decisions, proposal requests, submittals, minor changes, change orders and applications for payment.

6. Method of distribution of Contract Documents.

7. Procedures for maintaining Record Documents.

8. Use of premises, office work and storage areas, on-site parking, and Owner’s requirements.

9. Construction facilities and temporary utilities.

10. Housekeeping procedures.

3.2 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Architect will:

1. Schedule project meetings throughout progress of the work at weekly intervals, and specially called meetings.

2. Set agenda and administer said meetings.

3. Preside at meetings.

4. Record meeting minutes, including all significant proceedings and decisions.

5. Reproduce and distribute copies of meeting minutes within two (2) working days, excluding weekends and holidays, after each meeting to:

a. All participants in the meeting.

b. All parties affected by decisions made at the meeting.

B. Contractor shall:

1. Make physical arrangements for meetings.

C. Attendance:

1. Contractor or Contractor’s Representative

2. Job Superintendent

3. Project Coordinator (Manager)

4. Owner or Owner’s Representative

5. Major subcontractors

6. Major suppliers

7. Architect’s Field Representative

8. Consultants as needed

9. Others as appropriate

D. Meeting Agenda, may include, but is not limited to:

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1. Review and approval of minutes of previous meeting.

2. Review of Work progress since previous meeting.

3. Field observations, problems, and conflicts.

4. Review of off-site fabrication and delivery schedules.

5. Corrective measures and procedures to regain projected schedule.

6. Revisions to Construction Schedule.

7. Plan progress and schedule during succeeding work period.

8. Coordination of schedules.

9. Review submittal schedules and expedite as required.

10. Maintenance of quality standards.

11. Allowance balances.

12. Review of proposed changes and substitutions for:

a. Effect on Construction Schedule and on completion date.

b. Effect on other contracts of the Project.

13. Status of Allowance Expenditure Authorizations (AEAs).

14. Status of Change Proposal Requests (CPRs).

15. Status of Minor Changes (MCs).

16. Status of submittals, review of submittal log.

17. Other items and critical issues affecting Work.

3.3 PRE-INSTALLATION CONFERENCES

A. In accordance with the requirements of Section 01 11 00, Notification of Architect

Requirements, the Contractor will convene pre-installation conferences when required by individual specification Sections or as required by the Architect, prior to the Contractor commencing Work of the Section.

B. Attendance, optional:

1. General Contractor or Contractor’s Representative

2. Project Coordinator (Manager)

3. Owner or Owner’s Representative

4. Architect’s Project Manager (Project Executive)

C. Attendance, required:

1. Project Superintendent

2. Architect’s Field Representative

3. Sub-contractor’s Project Manager

4. Sub-contractor’s Foreman

5. Engineer’s Representative, as needed.

6. Manufacturer’s Representative, as needed.

7. Governing Agency Official, as required

8. Inspection Agency Representative, as required.

9. Others affecting or affected by Work.

D. Meeting Agenda, may include, but is not limited to:

1. Review of conditions of installation.

2. Preparation and installation procedures.

3. Coordination with related work

4. Review of the contract document requirements.

5. Review of code enforcement or testing requirements.

6. Questions related to work required.

3.4 PRE-CLOSEOUT MEETING

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A. In accordance with the requirements of Section 01 77 00, Closeout Procedures, the Contractor will convene a pre-closeout meeting when he considers the Work or designated portion of the Work is sufficiently complete in accordance with the Contract Documents so that the Owner can occupy or utilize the work for its intended use.

B. Attendance, required:

1. Owner or Owner’s Representative

2. Project Coordinator (Manager)

3. General Contractor or Contractor’s Representative

4. Project Superintendent

5. Architect’s Project Manager (Project Executive)

6. Architect’s Field Representative

7. Engineer’s Representative, as needed.

C. Meeting Agenda, may include, but is not limited to:

1. Review of the contract document requirements for Substantial Completion and Project Closeout

2. Review of Work which remains to be completed or corrected.

3. Closeout Document review schedule and log

4. Review of closeout procedures including, but not limited to Record Drawings, Warrantees, Operation and Maintenance Manuals, and Owner Demonstrations and Start-up.

5. Review of code enforcement or testing requirements.

6. Questions related to work required.

END OF SECTION 01 31 19

CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

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SECTION 01 32 16 - CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Schedules:

1. Preliminary Analysis: Within 10 (ten) days after receipt of Award of Contract, submit a preliminary construction schedule for review by Owner and Architect.

2. Construction Schedule: Within 14 (fourteen) days after receipt of Notice to Proceed, submit one (1) reproducible and four (4) prints of the approved construction schedule.

1.2 RELIANCE UPON SCHEDULE

A. The construction schedule as approved by the Architect will be an integral part of the contract and will establish conditions for various activities and phases of constructions.

1.3 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. Diagram: Graphically show the order of all activities necessary to complete the work and the sequence in which each activity is to be accomplished.

B. Activities shown on the diagram shall include but not necessarily be limited to:

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