D Attachment D Project Specifications.pdf

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SECTION 01 30 00

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1/2020

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 TECHNICAL REPRESENTATIVE: The Commander, 90th Civil Engineer Squadron, or their designated representative, is the technical representative. This designation includes, but is not limited to, the following specific functions of this contract:

1.1.1. Technical administration and inspection.

1.1.2. Recommending approval of shop drawings, samples and materials.

1.1.3. Coordinating work operations between CES and other Base organizations.

1.2 DRAWING AND SPECIFICATIONS: Drawings and the specifications are the property of the government and shall not be used for purposes other than those contemplated by the contract.

Upon contract award, the government will make available to the contractor upon request, one complete copy of the plans and specifications. Any additional copies required shall be the contractor's responsibility.

1.2.1. Existing drawings are based on existing information and shall be field-verified. Check and compare all drawings immediately upon their receipt and notify the contracting officer of any discrepancies.

1.2.1.1. Verify all dimensions and quantities shown and adequacy of available spaces prior to construction or ordering materials.

1.2.1.2. Discrepancies between dimensions marked on drawings and scaled measurements shall be brought to the contracting officer’s attention for clarification.

1.2.2. All as-built drawings must be altered and submitted in AutoCAD version 2014. Hard copies must also be submitted.

1.3 SUBMITTALS:

1.3.1. The Contracting Officer may request submittals in addition to those specified when deemed necessary to adequately describe the work covered in the respective sections.

Each submittal is to be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements.

Units of weights and measures used on all submittals are to be the same as those used in the contract drawings.

A submittal register to track and document submittals required per the specifications is provided as AF Form 66. Should a discrepancy or omission be found in the AF Form 66, the Specifications shall govern and a submittal will be required. All submittals required of the

01 30 00-2 specifications and installed as part of the project shall require an approved submittal prior to installation.

1.3.2. Provide submittals called for by the Technical Specifications to the Contracting Officer, 90 CONS. Transmit electronically to the email address provided by the Contracting Officer.

Technical Submittal to the Contracting Office shall be submitted using AF Form 3000.

Submittals received from sources other than the Contractor will be returned without action.

1.3.2.1. Upon approval and prior to the pre-final inspection, provide hard-copy, neatly bound, organized O&M Manual to 90CES.

1.3.2.2. SAMPLES: Two (2) set, minimum. The Government will retain one (1) set.

1.3.3. Review of Technical Submittals by the Government will not be construed as a complete check, but indicates only that the submittals are in general conformance with the design concept and with the information given in the Contract Documents. This approval shall not relieve the Contractor from responsibility for errors and omissions. The Contractor is responsible for field measurements, dimensions, design of adequate connections, details, fabrication processes, and the means, methods, techniques, and procedures for satisfactory installation.

1.3.4. Confirm that the Product Data is in compliance with requirements of the Contract Documents before submitting.

1.3.5. No submittals for colors or finishes will be approved until all samples have been received.

1.3.6. Allow sufficient time for submittal review - four (4) weeks for colors and finishes and two

(2) weeks minimum, for other submittals. Advise Contracting Officer when processing time is critical to the progress of the work. The Government reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

1.3.7. Do NOT proceed with purchase, fabrication or installation until an approved submittal has been received.

1.3.8. After submittals have been approved, no resubmittals for the substitution of products will be considered without an acceptable explanation from the Contractor.

1.3.9. Submit a PROGRESS SCHEDULE on AF Form 3064. The Form shall be provided by the Government. The progress schedule shall be submitted no later than ten (10) calendar days after the Notice to Proceed (NTP) is issued. The AF Form 3064 shall be submitted with an AF Form 3000.

1.3.10. Submit a PROGRESS REPORT on AF Form 3065 to the Contracting Officer and technical representative. The Form shall be provided by the Government. The progress report may be submitted bi-weekly or monthly. AF Form 3065 shall not be accompanied with an AF Form 3000.

1.3.11. An AF Form 66 shall be used for submittal tracking purposes.

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1.3.12. No materials shall be purchased until the appropriate submittal is approved and NTP has been issued.

1.3.13. Submit warranty documentation to the contracting officer on an AF Form 3000, Material Submittal form.

1.3.14. See the following table for general construction submittals. For a complete list of submittals, see the Form 66.

DOCUMENT TITLE 90 CONS 90 CES TIMELINE

Meeting Minutes 1 1 2 days after each meeting Construction Quality Plan 1 1 In association with the Work

Plan(s) Health and Safety Plan 1 1 In association with the Work

Plan(s) Safety Plan 1 1 In association with the Work

Plan(s) Inspection and Conceptual Work Plan Submittal

1 1 10 calendar days after issuance of NTP

Construction Implementation Work Plan Submittal

1 2 3 days after Base and CO response for Conceptual Work Plan Submittal

Progress Schedule, AF Form 3064 1 1 As defined in Section 1.13 H Progress Reports, AF Form 3065 1 1 As defined in Section 1.13 I Monthly Status Report 1 1 Monthly Materials Approved, AF Form

1 1 14 days prior to requirement

Production or Delivery Problem Report

1 1 Same day of event or occurrence

O&M Manuals, AF Form 3000 0 2 30 days after final inspection Pre-Final Inspection Report 1 1 5 days before final inspection Final Inspection Report 1 1 5 days after final inspection As-Built Drawings 1 2 7 days after final inspection Transfer & acceptance of Military Real Property, DD 1354

1 1 7 days after final inspection

1.4 INDUSTRY STANDARDS:

1.4.1. General Applicability of Standards: Applicable standards of the construction industry have the same force and effect (and are made a part of the contract documents when referenced) as if copied directly into contract documents, or as if published copies were bound herewith.

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1.4.2. Standards apply only to the technical aspects of manufacture, design and construction. No provision of any referenced standard, manual, or code shall change or increase the duties and responsibilities of the Government or the Contractor.

1.4.3. Reference standards (referenced directly in contract documents or by governing regulations) have precedence over non-referenced standards that are recognized in industry for applicability to work.

1.4.4. Non-referenced standards recognized in the construction industry are hereby defined, except as otherwise limited in contract documents, to have direct applicability to the work and will be so enforced for performance of the work.

1.4.5. Publication Dates: Comply with standard in effect as of date of contract documents.

1.4.5.1. Copies of Standards: Provide where needed for proper performance of the work; obtain directly from publication sources.

1.5 BUILDING CODES, LAWS, AND REGULATIONS AND BASE GOVERNING STANDARDS:

1.5.1. Comply with all FEDERAL, STATE, and LOCAL LAWS and REGULATIONS that apply to this project including those listed on the Drawings or in the Specifications.

1.5.2. Comply with the latest editions of the LIFE SAFETY CODE (NFPA 101), INTERNATIONAL

BUILDING CODE, INTERNATIONAL MECHANICAL CODE, INTERNATIONAL PLUMBING CODE,

INTERNATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE (IFGC) & THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NFPA 70).

1.5.3. Comply with other relevant NFPA Standards: NFPA 10-Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers; NFPA 13-Standard for the Installation of Sprinkler Systems; NFPA 70E- Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace; NFPA 72-National Fire Alarm & Signaling Code; NFPA 80-Standard for Fire Doors & other Openings Protectives; NFPA 90A-Standard for the Installation of Air Conditioning & Ventilating Systems; NFPA 90B-Standard for the Installation of Warm Air Heating & Air Conditioning Systems.

1.5.4. Comply with current AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) & the ARCHITECTURAL BARRIERS ACT (ABA) with Updated Guidelines & Amendments.

1.5.5. DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 1-200-01 – DoD Building Code - provides guidance on specific Code selection & application. In many situations use of the Life Safety Code NFPA 101 is required instead of the International Building Code (IBC). This can lead to conflicts unless the requirements of this UFC are carefully followed.

1.5.6. DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) 3-600-01 - Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities, establishes fire protection engineering policy & criteria that must be followed for all new & existing facilities. It primarily requires use of the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101) & other NFPA Standards & but also requires the use of the International Building Code (IBC) in some situations. This can lead to conflicts unless the requirements of this UFC are carefully followed.

1.5.7. Comply with DoD’s Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) publications for each trade or type of work installed.

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1.5.8. All work shall conform to Base Governing Standards, to include the following:

1.5.8.1. Section 01 57 19.05 32 Environmental Protection, October 2019 (updated yearly)

1.5.8.2. Telecommunication Installation Criteria (TIC)

1.5.8.3. BACNet Controls Specification

1.5.8.4. F.E. Warren Installation Facility Standards

1.5.9. Contractor is responsible for obtaining all required permits and applications necessary to perform the work they are performing.

1.6 BASE CIVIL ENGINEERING WORK CLEARANCE REQUEST, AF FORM 103:

1.6.1. An approved "Digging Permit" is required prior to any type of excavating, trenching, digging & boring regardless of depth. Make application on "Base Civil Engineering Work Clearance Request", AF Form 103, & submit through the Base Customer Service Office (90 CES / CEOC), Bldg. 318, 307-773-3175, at least two (2) weeks before work will begin.

Permits must be renewed every month.

1.6.2. Only hand digging is permitted within five feet of all utilities.

1.6.3. Exploratory digging by hand or vacuum excavation is required within 5 feet either side of marked underground utilities or when crossing underground utilities. If digging is required parallel & within 10 feet of an existing utility, exploratory digging by hand or vacuum excavation is required until the location of the utility is physically confirmed.

After that, digging may be performed by machine.

1.6.4. If ground water is encountered suspend digging & notify the Contracting Officer.

1.7 EXCAVATIONS: If utilities are to remain in place, provide adequate means of protection and repair any damage thereto resulting from work under this section.

1.7.1 Unless otherwise indicated, all new utilities passing under existing streets & paved areas shall be installed by boring procedure, NOT BY TRENCHING.

1.7.2 Place an industry standard color-coded plastic warning tape at least 4" wide within the trench above all buried utility lines.

RED --- Electric.

YELLOW --- Gas, oil, dangerous material.

ORANGE --- Communications.

BLUE --- Water.

GREEN --- Sewer.

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1.7.3 In addition, install low-voltage 16 gauge insulated tracer wire over all new non-metallic piping.

1.7.4 Avoid trenching near trees to minimize root damage. Consult with the Base Natural Resource Officer when trenching is proposed within the drip line of any tree.

Preferred rule-of-thumb: Stay back, in feet, 1.25 to 1.50 x tree diameter in inches --- 1.0 x diameter, minimum? VERIFY Where possible, stay beyond the drip line of trees but in no case shall trenching be permitted within the inner half of the drip line. In general, stop trenching when roots 2 inches or larger are encountered. When roots 2 inches or larger are accidentally severed, make a sharp cut with a hand saw a couple of inches beyond the ragged end.

1.7.5 When existing grade elevations are changed, adjust height of existing utility work as applicable, such as manhole rims, curb stops, cleanouts, irrigation boxes, electrical and communication boxes, and light poles.

1.7.6 Close open utility trenches at the end of each day or provide suitable barricades, fencing, or warning devices, depending upon the degree of hazard.

1.7.7 Geotechnical: Soil classification must be performed by a competent person in accordance with 29 CFR 1926 and EM 385-1-1.

1.7.8 Utility Locations: Provide a third party, independent, private utility locating company to positively identify underground utilities in the work area.

1.7 SAFETY STANDARDS

1.7.1 Comply with the rules, regulations, standards and requirements of the DEPT. OF DEFENSE (DOD), WYOMING DEPT. OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (DEQ), EPA AND OSHA regarding disturbing, removing and disposing of hazardous materials.

1.7.2 Comply with CORPS OF ENGINEERS SAFETY & HEALTH REQUIREMENTS MANUAL EM 385-l-l, November 2014, OSHA STANDARDS, and other applicable rules, regulations, standards and requirements regarding worker safety.

1.7.3 Comply with WYO MING OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY RULES AND REGULATIONS

FOR CONSTRUCTION.

1.7.4 The contractor shall comply with all Air Force Occupational Safety & Health Standards, (AFOSH Standards).

1.7.5 Take special care not to over burden roof decks during demolition and construction. If any concerns arise over roof structural integrity, notify the CO immediately.

1.8 CONFINED SPACE ENTRY

1.8.1 Comply with OSHA (20 CFR 1910.146) & AFOSH STD 91-25 (Nov. 1994) for confined space entry. Manholes, vaults, tunnels, tanks, pipes, certain pits, crawl spaces & other spaces with limited openings for entry/exit or with limited space & not meant for continuous

01 30 00-7 occupancy are considered confined spaces. All are to be considered "permit-required confined spaces" with one or more serious safety or health hazards until they have been determined to be "non-permit-required confined spaces" free of safety or health hazards.

Always test the air for oxygen & hazardous gases before entering regardless of the classification.

1.8.2 Contractor shall develop & use a written confined-space entry program meeting OSHA requirements that includes permit processing, use of fully qualified & trained personnel & assumes all emergency rescue responsibilities. Permitting process shall include any Air Force personnel that may be required to enter confined spaces.

1.8.3 Prior to entry, notify & coordinate with the Base Safety, Fire Dept. & Bioenvironmental Agencies to verify any special precautions or procedures necessary & to determine whether any hazardous contents or conditions exist within these spaces. The Entry Supervisor shall fill out & sign a written Entry Permit, making sure all necessary hazard controls are considered. Brief the Base Bioenvironmental Office upon completion of entry operations regarding “lessons learned” & hazards or problems encountered.

1.9 PERMITS AND FEES

1.9.1 Obtain & pay for all permits that may be required for this project.

1.10 OCCUPATIONAL, SAFETY AND HEALTH SUBMITTALS

1.10.1 Health and Safety Plan Submittal: SD-60. The contractor shall prepare and submit for government review, a site/contract-specific Health and Safety Plan in accordance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 29 CFR 1910.120.

1.10.2 Safety Plan: The Plan shall establish a site/contract-specific program for medical surveillance, training, hazard assessment, worker protection, site control, accident prevention and response to emergencies. Standard practices and procedures of industrial hygiene, occupational health and safety, and environmental protection shall be prescribed in the plan. The plan shall also include Safety Data Sheets (SDS) for all hazardous materials associated with the contract.

1.11 FIRE PROTECTION: Welding, Cutting, Brazing and Burning Operations.

1.11.1 An “Open Flame Permit” is required for any welding, torch cutting, sweating, brazing, grinding or similar operation using or resulting in an open flame. Make application on “Welding, Cutting & Abrasion Permit”, AF Form 592 through the Base Fire Department (90 CES / CEFT). Permits must be renewed each month. Fire extinguishers must be on hand during these operations.

1.11.2 Comply with AFOSH STD 91-25 (latest Ed.).

1.11.3 Storage of Flammables: Suitable secure storage space shall be provided by the Contractor, outside the immediate building area for the storing of flammables or combustibles of any type. No storage will be permitted inside of the building. The storage space shall be properly identified in accordance with applicable Federal, National and Local Regulations as outlined by the Base Fire Department. Flammable or combustible

01 30 00-8 liquids being used inside the building will be kept to a minimum and removed from the building during unused periods.

1.11.4 Fire Extinguishers: Two operational fire extinguishers shall be required at each area or location where hazardous operations are being performed. These include, but are not limited to, welding, cutting, brazing, burning, soldering or melting. Operations that produce flying or dripping slag, metal or embers shall have sufficient non-combustible materials on site to protect against fire damage or personal injury due to the operation.

This may include fire resistant blankets, as required, by the Base Fire Department. When supplemental temporary heating devices are used, a fire watch will be present to cover all periods when such devices are in operation.

1.11.5 Extinguisher Requirements: Both portable fire extinguishers shall meet or exceed a rating of 4A-40BC, as listed by Underwriters Laboratory, Factory Mutual or any National Acceptable Testing Laboratory. Extinguishers not meeting this requirement are not acceptable.

1.11.6 Fire Alarms: For work operations which require any Base fire detection, alarm or suppression system to be disabled, the contractor shall request in writing a minimum of two days in advance and prior to taking the system out of operation, so that the Contracting Officer may notify the Base Fire Department of the requirement. The contractor shall also verify that the fire department has in fact been notified, prior to taking systems out of service.

1.12 PROJECT SUPERVISON AND COORDINATION:

1.12.1 The Prime Contractor shall provide a Superintendent for the project. The Superintendent shall have the authority to act on behalf of the Prime Contractor. The Project Superintendent shall have at least five (5) years of experience as a superintendent on similar projects shall be provided. Documentation of experience shall be provided upon request of the Government. This person or a designated representative must be on site at all times when work is in progress.

1.12.1.1 Should a Superintendent be replaced, the Contractor shall submit new Superintendent qualifications to the Contracting Officer for approval.

1.12.2 The Project Superintendent shall not serve as the Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) or the Contractor Quality Control (QC) person. These positions shall be held by a separate qualified person(s).

1.12.3 Each Subcontractor shall maintain, on the project at all times, a competent Foreman or representative that can act on behalf of the company on the project when work is in progress on their portion of the project.

1.12.4 The Superintendent & the Subcontractor Foremen shall cooperate & be responsible for the proper & timely layout, coordination, erection & completion of the work in accordance with the Contract Documents.

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1.12.5 Each trade shall coordinate with other trades BEFORE STARTING WORK. Coordinate all dimensions, openings, block-outs & other work. Verify space constraints imposed by the work of other trades & by the structure. Layout & install work at such location, time & manner to avoid delay or interference with other work.

1.12.6 Anticipate & resolve conflicts before work begins. Submit Requests for Information (RFIs) through the General Contractor to the Contracting Officer or authorized representative for resolution before proceeding with the work in question.

1.12.7 Coordination Drawings, General: Prepare coordination drawings where installation is not completely shown on Shop Drawings, where limited space availability necessitates coordination of work by different trades, or where coordination is required to facilitate integration of products and materials fabricated or installed by more than one entity.

1.12.8 In projects where Asbestos Containing Material is a known component, a “Competent Person” with respect to asbestos shall be on the Prime Contractor’s staff throughout the duration of the entire renovation / demolition project. The “Competent Person” shall have attended both the 40-hour Asbestos Contractor / Supervisor Class that meets the requirements of the EPA Model Accreditation Program (MAP) & the 8 hours of annual refresher training. The competent person may be a subcontractor.

1.12.9 The contractor shall have a superintendent who speaks, reads, writes and understands the English language to act for the contractor and to be available on the job site at all times the general contractor or any of his subcontractors is executing work.

1.13 WORK HOURS: Normal working hours for the Contractor will be 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal holidays. Request, in writing, to the Contracting Officer, a minimum of three business days in advance of work, if work is desired during other time periods.

If inspectors are required to work other than normal duty/days solely for the benefit of the Contractor, the actual cost of inspections at overtime rates will be charged to the Contractor and an adjustment made to the contract price.

1.14 SECURITY REGULATIONS AND ACCESS TO THE BASE:

1.14.1 Coordinate access to the base with the Contracting Officer. Each worker must obtain a Base-issued Identification (ID) card before working on the Base. The Contractor shall make a request for the proposed workers in a format dictated by the Air Force on a company letterhead. The ID Card of each worker must be returned to the Air Force when that worker no longer requires access to the Base.

1.14.2 Comply with pertinent Air Force security regulations while working on the project.

1.14.3 All contractor and delivery vehicles shall coordinate base access through the Contracting Officer or the Technical Representative. Base access locations shall be coordinated during the pre-bid site visit.

1.14.4 During exercises, natural disasters & national emergencies or for security reasons the Contractor may be required to vacate the work area. Delays caused by these situations or

01 30 00-10 delays incurred entering & exiting the Base or WSA shall not result in any cost to the Government or justify an extension in the performance time.

1.15 PERMITS AND FEES AND NOTICES:

1.15.1 No separate payment will be made for work covered under this section. The contractor shall be responsible for payment of fees associated with environmental permits, application, and/or notices obtained by the contractor. All costs associated with this section shall be included in the contract price. The contract shall be responsible for payment of all fines/fees for violation or non-compliance with Federal, State, regionals, and local laws and regulations.

1.15.2 The contractor shall be responsible for obtaining and complying with all environmental permits and commitments required by Federal, State, regional, and local environmental laws and regulations.

1.15.3 Demolition Work: Contractors shall notify the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality (WYDEQ) for all demotion work where load-bearing members are removed.

1.16 BASE REGULATIONS The Contractor shall conform to all Base Regulations and directives include those that pertain to security, safety, traffic, fire, and personnel clearances, insofar as they apply to the Contractor's activities, will be identified specifically at the pre-performance conference. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing and placing barricades, providing traffic control, safety watchmen and lighting and safety devices during all construction activities.

1.17 SEVERE WEATHER WARNING REQUIREMENTS When notified by the technical representative that a severe weather warning has been issued for the area in which construction is being performed, the contractor shall immediately take action to tie down, or otherwise secure, structures, materials, and equipment on the job site that could become missiles as a result of strong surface winds, thunderstorms, or other weather-related conditions. This requirement is applicable twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week.

1.18 JOBSITE HOUSEKEEPING

1.18.1 Temporary Construction: Upon completion and acceptance of the construction, the contractor shall remove all signs of temporary construction facilities such as work areas, structures, and foundations of temporary structures, stockpiles of excess or waste materials, debris and other vestiges of construction. All areas shall be restored to pre-contract construction conditions, including grading, sodding and other restorations.

1.18.2 Housekeeping: The contractor shall at all times maintain well housekeeping practices.

Contractor shall maintain a neat and orderly jobsite to reduce the risk of fire damage and/or personal injury. All scrap materials, rubbish and refuse shall be removed daily from in and around the jobsite. All materials shall be stored within the approved construction areas.

1.18.3 Jobsite Drainage: Incorporate adequate drainage procedures during the construction process to eliminate excessive ponding &/or erosion.

1.18.4 Dust Control

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1.18.4.1 Dust shall be minimized on and around the work site at all times; including, non-work hours, weekends and Federal legal holidays. Soil, at the site and other areas disturbed by contractor's operations, shall be sprinkled or treated with dust suppressers as necessary to control dust. Dry power sweeping will not be permitted. Vacuuming, wet mopping, wet sweeping, or wet power sweeping shall be done instead. Air blowing will be permitted only for removing non-particulate debris as from reinforcing bars. Sandblasting will not be permitted unless the dust therefore is confined. Only wet cutting of concrete blocks, concrete and asphalt will be permitted. Unnecessary shaking of bags will not be permitted where concrete mortar and plaster milling is done. For construction in building interiors, provide all work required for and actively prevent the spread of dust and debris to all portions of the building and to avoid the creation of a nuisance or hazard in the surrounding area.

1.18.4.2 Vehicle Tracking Pad Plan: Submit a plan for controlling the accumulation of dirt, debris, and dust on roadways and other surfaces adjacent to the construction site. As a minimum the plan shall include the name of the contractor and equipment to be used for cleaning the streets of this material and the measures to be taken to reduce transportation of mud onto adjacent roadways (i.e. rotating or replacing the stones in the temporary stabilized construction entrance to clean the truck tires).

1.18.5 Noise: The maximum use of "low noise emission products", as certified by the Environmental Protection Agency, shall be made when available. Blasting or explosives will not be permitted.

1.18.6 Site Clean-up and Appearance: All work performed under this contract shall adhere to the following:

1.18.6.1 Disposal and Cleanup: Remove all debris, waste and surplus materials from the immediate work areas each day and from the premises at suitable intervals and at final completion of the project. Transport permits may be required. Disposal shall be at an off-base location at an established landfill or other site approved for the type of material being removed. Burning or burial at the project site are not acceptable disposal methods.

1.18.6.2 When hazardous, dangerous or unsanitary materials are present, refer to Specification Section 01 57 19.

1.18.6.3 Upon completion of the project, leave interior and exterior surfaces including site and streets in a clean, sanitary, odor-free, acceptable condition, ready for operation and occupancy.

1.18.6.4 Remove temporary labels, foreign matter, dirt, dust, fingerprints, marks, stains, streaks, splatters, water spots, films, cleaning residue, paint drippings or overspray, cobwebs, mold and mildew from exposed surfaces and accessible spaces.

1.18.6.5 Use cleaning materials and procedures as recommended by the manufacturer

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1.18.6.6 Disposal of Materials: All removed or demolished equipment & materials become the property of the Contractor unless otherwise indicated. Metals, concrete & pavement shall be recycled.

1.18.7 FINAL JOBSITE CLEANUP:

1.18.7.1 On completion of the project, leave interior & exterior surfaces including site & streets in a clean, sanitary, odor-free, acceptable condition, ready for operation & occupancy.

1.18.7.2 Remove temporary labels, foreign matter, dirt, dust, sawdust, fingerprints, marks, stains, streaks, splatters, water spots, films, cleaning residue, paint drippings or overspray, cobwebs, mold & mildew from exposed surfaces & accessible spaces.

1.18.7.3 Mop hard-surfaced floors (tile, concrete). Apply polish & the number of coats per manufacturer’s recommendations. Vacuum carpets, wash & polish glass & glossy surfaces. Wipe surfaces of mechanical & electrical equipment.

Remove excess lubrication & other substances. Clean plumbing fixtures to a sanitary condition. Clean light fixtures, diffusers & lamps.

1.18.7.4 Hose down & broom all concrete slabs, walks, & paved areas. Rake clean other exterior ground surfaces.

1.18.7.5 Use cleaning materials & procedures as recommended by the manufacturer of the surface being cleaned.

1.19 TRUCK HAULING ON BASE The contractor shall follow Federal/WYDOT regulations and requirements regarding material hauling.

1.20 STAGING AREA AND WORK SITE

1.20.1 Storage and staging area will be coordinated with Government Inspector/technical representative.

1.20.2 No turf, landscape areas or exit ways shall be used for storage, staging, or parking, except as coordinated with the Government Inspector/technical representative.

1.20.3 When space is available at the project site, it may be used for the Contractor's office trailer, storage, staging & parking areas. If a specific area is not indicated on the drawings, submit a “Staging Area Request” & Site Plan Sketch through the Contracting Officer.

1.20.4 Vandalism: The contractor shall be responsible for safeguarding the construction site and the staging area, and all construction equipment and materials against vandalism and theft.

1.21 BARRICADES, WARNING SIGNS AND TRAFFIC CONTROL

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1.21.1 Provide barricades, safety barriers, orange plastic safety fencing, warning tape between “candlesticks”, barrels, cones, signs, warning lights, flagging, flag persons & devices as appropriate to warn & control traffic & to warn & protect the workmen, users, occupants & the public. All warning signs shall be professional quality.

1.21.2 Barricade & lock doors & place warning signs when doors open onto/into hazardous work areas or when overhead work is occurring (such as roofing or eave & gutter work).

Coordinate with Fire Dept. (90CES/CEF - 773-2931) to assure that adequate egress is maintained.

1.22 SHORING AND BRACING

1.22.1 Provide all temporary shoring, bracing, & structural supports at existing & new structures & improvements as necessary to resist all loads including wind, snow, rain & temporary construction loads.

1.22.2 If required, provide a shoring/bracing plan prepared by a licensed structural engineer.

Employ a structural engineer licensed in the State of Wyoming to make a site visit to verify actual conditions, make calculations & prepare a shoring/bracing plan, together with details.

1.23 BARRICADES, FENCES, WARNING SIGNS AND RELATED DEVICES

1.24 TEMPORARY SANITATION FACILITIES:

1.24.1 [No restrooms are available at the project site. All temporary sewer/sanitation facilities shall be self-contained units with both urinal and toilet capabilities. The units shall be sufficiently ventilated to control odors and fumes and should be emptied and cleaned at least every week or more often if required by the technical representative. Temporary or permanent facilities must be utilized at all times. If personnel are found not using appropriate facilities, they may be subject to removal from project site and/or base.]

1.24.2 [The use of existing sanitary facilities is permitted. Restrooms are available at the site subject to the following usage stipulations: If work is inside the building, interior Restrooms may be used.]

1.25 COORDINATION AND PROJECT MEETINGS

1.25.1 A preconstruction conference will be scheduled by the Contracting Officer before construction begins. The conference will be held at the Base Contracting Office. The Contracting Officer will be responsible for establishing the meeting agenda. The Contractor should submit questions in writing regarding any unresolved issues.

1.25.2 Conduct weekly coordination / progress meetings at the project site. Prepare a written agenda for each meeting for distribution to attendees. Contractor shall coordinate meetings with the Contracting Officer and the COR.

1.25.3 Conduct a pre-installation meeting at the site before each trade begins their work to assure that all parties understand the requirements & coordination needed. Attendees shall include the Contractor, Government Representatives, the actual Installer Foreman

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In some cases, representatives of the Manufacturer or Fabricator will need to attend.

1.25.4 Any changes to the contract must be through the contracting officer. No other government agent has the authority to produce changes/modifications to the contract.

1.25.4.1 At the preconstruction meeting, review the progress of other construction activities, preparations for the particular activity under consideration and other relevant considerations. Consider the following: Options, Purchases, Deliveries, Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples, Possible conflicts, Compatibility problems, Time schedules, Weather limitations, Manufacturer’s recommendations, Compatibility of materials, Acceptability of substrates, Temporary facilities, Space and access limitations, Governing regulations, Safety, Recording requirements, Protection, Interface requirements, Time, Sequences, Deliveries, Off-site fabrication problems, Access, Site utilization, Temporary facilities and services, Hours of work, Hazards and Risks, Housekeeping, Quality and work standards, Modifications, Documentation of information for payment requests, Initial installation.

1.26 CONSTRUCTION METHODS AND MEANS

1.26.1 The Contractor is solely responsible for construction means, methods, techniques, procedures, fabrication, processes, sequences, scheduling, coordination, safety precautions, safety programs and other necessary precautions during construction. The Government will NOT assume responsibility for any of these.

1.27 QUALITY CONTROL AND INSPECTION

1.27.1 The Contractor is responsible for quality control.

1.27.2 Employ & pay a qualified, independent inspection & testing agency (approved by the Government) to perform field sampling, quality control testing, special inspections, & to submit test reports required by the Technical Specifications during construction including earthwork, concrete & paving.

1.27.3 The Contractor shall ensure that all work has been inspected by a Government Technical Representative prior to concealment.

1.27.4 The Contractor shall employ Inspectors certified by ASSE, AWWA or other recognized agency to test backflow preventer work.

1.27.5 A Government Technical Representative normally visits a project at least once a day.

1.27.6 The Contractor shall perform quality control to be inspected by the Contracting Officer or the Government Technical Representative.

1.27.7 Warranty Technical Representative: The Contractor will engage a qualified warranty technical representative acceptable to 90 CES for full-time inspections on-site to perform testing and to prepare test reports.

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1.27.8 Final Inspection: Arrange for Warranty Technical Representative, as required, to inspect warrantied system(s) upon completion and submit report to 90 CES.

1.27.9 Notify 90 CES 3 business days in advance of date and time of inspection.

1.27.10 The Contractor shall repair or remove and replace components where test results or inspections indicate that they do not comply with specified requirements.

1.27.11 Additional testing and inspecting, at the contractor’s expense, will be performed to determine compliance of replaced or additional work with specified requirements.

1.28 PRE-FINAL AND FINAL INSPECTIONS

1.28.1 The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer or authorized Government Technical Representative with an advance notice of not less than ten (10) working days when scheduling each and every pre-final inspection. Pre-final inspections shall be scheduled such that the Contracting Officer, or authorized Government Technical Representative, is present at the work site during the inspection(s). At the pre-final inspection, the Work will be inspected by Government representatives, and the Contractor will be given notice of what items, if any, need to be corrected prior to the final inspection. The Contractor will then provide the Contracting Officer or authorized Government Technical Representative with a written advance notice of not less than five (5) working days when scheduling the final inspection. Acceptance of the Work will occur at the final. The contractor shall provide equipment to support Government inspections.

1.29 CUTTING, PATCHING, AND REPAIRING:

1.29.1 Patch, repair, replace or restore all finished or unfinished surfaces cut, disturbed or damaged by demolition and construction. Fill, seal or close all holes, voids and openings remaining after demolition activities. Finish to match adjacent surfaces in color, texture and appearance. When adjacent surfaces and finishes cannot be matched, refinish entire surface to nearest intersection.

1.29.2 Prior to any type of removal, cutting or making penetrations into existing floors, walls, ceilings or other construction, determine locations of concealed or embedded mechanical, electrical and communications piping, conduit, cabling and equipment & protect accordingly. Also verify whether these components are active, turned off or abandoned.

1.29.3 Structural Requirements: Do not cut & patch structural elements in a manner that would reduce their load-carrying capacity or load-deflection ratio.

1.29.4 Functional & Operational Limitations: Do not cut & patch elements or other components in a manner that would result in reducing their capacity to perform as intended, or result in increased maintenance, or decreased operational life or safety.

1.29.5 Visual Requirements: Do not cut & patch exposed work in a manner that would reduce the building's aesthetic qualities or that would result in visual evidence of cutting & patching. Remove & replace any work cut & patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

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1.29.6 Make or cut openings into existing construction as required. Provide adequate framing or structural members around openings.

1.29.7 Each trade shall coordinate all cutting, drilling & fitting with the Prime Contractor, as necessary, to install their new work & coordinate with the work of other trades as shown or reasonably implied from the drawings & specifications. Methods & procedures shall minimize damage to other work.

1.29.8 Fill, seal or close all penetrations full depth around any pipe, conduit, duct, equipment or any material that penetrates or passes through any wall, ceiling, floor or roof. Restore fire or smoke-rated construction to its original integrity using UL-tested & classified fire-rated materials and methods. Finish to match adjacent surfaces.

1.29.9 At penetrations, holes & openings through exterior, above-grade surfaces, provide flashing as appropriate per SMACNA standards & seal weather-tight. Those below grade in concrete or masonry walls shall be sealed watertight using hydraulic cement or other suitable material.

1.29.10 Patch, repair, replace or restore items cut, disturbed or damaged from any activities or operations under this contract. Fill, seal or close all nail & screw holes, other holes, openings, voids & depressions, whether existing, resulting from new work or remaining after demolition activities including mechanical & electrical work. Repair & stabilize existing openings or penetrations to make structurally sound. At larger openings, install infill of same materials as existing construction.

1.29.11 When patches or repairs do not match adjacent surfaces in finished areas, refinish entire surface to nearest intersection.

1.30 SPECIAL ALTERATION AND RENOVATION REQUIREMENTS

1.30.1 When existing finish materials or surfaces will be visible in renovated rooms & spaces, protect from damage. Cover if necessary. Refinish each material or surface as specified for comparable new work.

1.30.2 Cut, move, remove, modify or prepare existing items, surfaces & finishes as necessary for completion of alteration & renovation work. Securely fasten in place, rigid, plumb, level, square, straight, aligned, free of rack & tight to substrate. Minimize damage to other work.

1.30.3 Make smooth, even & neat transitions between new & existing work.

1.30.4 Where removal of partitions or walls results in adjacent spaces becoming one, rework floors, walls & ceiling to smooth planes without breaks, steps, offsets or bulkheads.

1.30.5 Prepare floors to receive new work including patching, repairing, leveling, providing sufficient slope where required & cleaning.

1.30.6 Reinstall materials, equipment or items that are disturbed or removed temporarily.

Comply with workmanship & other applicable provisions of technical specification sections for comparable new work. Use new screws & other fastening devices.

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1.30.7 Remove existing blinds, shades, drapes & other similar items as necessary for access to the work areas. Reinstall upon completion of work.

1.31 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR SITE UTILITIES:

1.32 PROTECTION AND RESTORATION OF PROPERTY

1.32.1 Contractor shall protect the existing facility, all materials and equipment to be incorporated therein, completed work, site improvements, trees, landscaping, utilities, public ways and other facilities.

1.32.2 Contractor shall promptly remedy all damage or loss resulting from activities or operations under this contract. Restore equivalent to original conditions.

1.32.3 Contractor shall restore disturbed areas to a condition equivalent to or better than that which existed previously.

1.32.4 Protect existing survey markers & monuments. If disturbed, they shall be replaced at no cost to the Government by a licensed land surveyor.

1.33 UTILITY SERVICE INTERRUPTIONS AND ROAD CLOSINGS

1.33.1 Contractor shall notify the Government in writing ten business days prior to the interruption of utility or communication services to or within the project building or to facilities used by others. No power outage shall exceed four (4) hours. The Government will coordinate the time & duration of all outages with the Using Agency & other parties.

1.33.2 Notify the Government in writing prior to the closure or partial closure of any roads or streets. A timely notice must be given to affected parties at least 10 business days prior to closure or partial closure. A traffic control plan shall be provided to the Contracting Officer for review and approval. Work shall not commence until final, written approval by Contracting Officer.

1.34 WINTERTIME SUSPENSION PERIOD

1.34.1 In the case of the winter season, the contractor will notify the Government their intent to stop weather-sensitive work operations due to weather. 90 CES will validate that the weather no longer allows work to be performed within the specifications. The project will be placed into suspension and the remaining number of period of performance (PoP) days will be documented. When the suspension is lifted, a new completion date will be established based on the remaining PoP days.

1.34.2 Temporary Utilities:

1.34.2.1 The Government will furnish reasonable amounts of temporary utilities (water, gas, electricity) from existing systems, if available, to the Contractor at no cost. The Contractor shall make and pay all costs of making connections & extensions. No metering is required for temporary utilities. Temporary utilities shall be disconnected & removed at the end of the project &

01 30 00-18 conditions restored to previous state. NOTE: The existing utilities are not necessarily of the proper size & capacity to meet the Contractor’s requirements.

1.34.2.2 When water is used for any purpose, install a certified backflow preventer complying with Wyoming DEQ requirements & Base policy. Notify & coordinate with the Fire Department (773-2931) & the Plumbing Shop (773- 2792) when a fire hydrant will be used for watering.

1.34.2.2.1 Contractors will have the choice of only two hydrants, designated by Water & Fuel Systems Maintenance (WFSM), to use while conducting on base construction. Designated fire hydrants will need a certified backflow preventer installed before use. If there is a legitimate need to use a hydrant other than one of the two designated, accommodations may be made only after the situation is coordinated and approved by WFSM.

1.34.2.2.1.1 Should a fire hydrant other than the two designated by WFSM be approved for use, the Contractor shall be responsible for coordinating with WFSM and for supplying and installing the required backflow preventer.

1.34.2.2.2 Contractors must contact WFSM, 307-773-2792, during normal business hours, M-F 0730-1630, and before initial use to verify it is being used for on base construction only. There will also be signs posted at the sites with the contact information. Contractors will need to visit WFSM, in Building 316, to provide necessary project details. Once projects are confirmed, WFSM will brief the locations of the two hydrants available and install a certified backflow on the hydrant to be used. Contractors will then be free to use the hydrant throughout the duration of the project.

1.34.2.2.3 Fire hydrants being used by contractors must always be in the fully closed or fully open position. No throttling of the hydrant is allowed. WFSM personnel will brief contractors on how the fire hydrant is to be operated upon backflow preventer installation.

1.35 TEMPORARY HEATING, COOLING, AND VENTILATION

1.35.1 Contractor shall provide temporary heat to protect all work & materials & to dry out the building. Maintain a temperature of at least 45 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent freezing of the plumbing system including service lines both inside & outside the building.

1.35.2 Temporary heating units, if used, shall have been tested & labeled by UL, FM or other recognized testing association. When temporary gas-fired units are used, provide at least two carbon monoxide detectors per floor within the heated area.

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1.35.3 Contractor shall provide temporary cooling to maintain comfort within the facility.

Maintain a maximum temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit and a minimum temperature of 60 degrees Fahrenheit.

1.35.4 The permanent HVAC systems (either existing or new) may be used when operational & safe AND when no major dust, spray paint or airborne particulates are being generated within the building. Upon completion of the project, install new filters & clean interior of all ductwork, grills, registers, blowers, “squirrel cages”, coils & similar components of the HVAC system to the extent that operations under this contract have affected them.

1.35.5 Provide additional temporary ventilation as required to remove excess moisture & hazardous or noxious fumes.

1.36 EXTRA FINISH MATERIALS: Provide the Government with quantities of finish materials for future repair work as called for in the technical sections. No paint is to be left on the Base.

1.37 MAINTENANCE AND WARRANTY (M & W) MANUALS:

1.37.1 Upon completion, submit to the Contracting Officer maintenance and warranty manuals in electronic format. All pages shall be neatly typed and arranged in appropriate categories.

Organize the data into an orderly sequence based on the Table of Contents of the Specifications.

1.37.2 Include the following:

1.37.2.1 Title page including name of project, date, and preparer.

1.37.2.2 Table of Contents

1.37.2.3 Directly listing company name, contact person, address, and telephone number of General Contractor, all Subcontractors, and Supplier.

1.37.2.4 Manufacturer’s product data sheets and detailed diagrams when required by the Technical Specifications.

1.37.2.5 Special instructions regarding product operation, maintenance, and trouble-shooting when required by the Technical Specifications.

1.37.2.6 Copies of all manufacturers’ guarantees and warranties exceeding one year.

1.38 RECORD DRAWINGS:

1.38.1 Submit Red-Line/As-Built Drawings to the Government in the current Auto-CAD format (check with base for current version)

1.38.2 Maintain & mark a complete set of record (as-built) drawings in a neat, orderly manner as the work progresses, showing changes in installation or project conditions including those changes resulting from amendments and contract modifications.