Attachment 1- Specifications DAB-RCAG.pdf

Federal Aviation Administration

Antenna Tower Replacement

SPECIFICATIONS

DAYTONA BEACH RCAG

Daytona Beach, FL

October 2015

DTFASA-17-R-00507 Attachment 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 10 00 SUMMARY OF WORK 4

01 20 00 SITE ACCESS 2

01 30 00 COORDINATION, LOCAL PERMITS AND TESTING 2

01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 10

01 33 00A SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE 2

01 50 00 TEMPORARY FACILITIES 2

01 60 00 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS 2

01 70 00 CONTRACT CLOSEOUT 6

DIVISION 2 –SITEWORK

02 30 00 EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING FOR STRUCTURES 8

02 31 20 EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING FOR UTILITIES 8

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

03 30 00 CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

13 10 00 ANTENNA TOWERS

DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL

16 10 00 ELECTRICAL WORK 14

16 20 00 UNDERGROUND CABLES 6

APPENDIX 1 - PHOTOS

DTFASA-17-R-00507 Attachment 1

Linda Hennequant CO Stamp for Spec/Drawings

SECTION 01 10 00- SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The work to be performed under this Contract is shown on the Drawings and defined in the Specifications. This section covers specific information to further clarify the intent and requirements of the contract

B. The DESCRIPTION and SUMMARY paragraphs in each section is a statement or short word summary of the content of the section this paragraph is not intended to scope the section it is merely a brief description of the significant items in the section and is used to simplify the finding of information.

C. The related work paragraphs are also not meant to be all inclusive. Again they serve the function of assisting the reader to locating specific information.

D. Prior to the “Notice to Proceed” specific submittals must be approved by the FAA. See related section 01300 - Submittals for list.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

CO: Contracting Officer COR: Contracting Officers Representative RE: Resident Engineer.

GFM: Government Furnished Material RCAG: Remote Communications Air-\ Ground – This site enables air traffic controllers to communicate with aircraft within a 150 nm radius of the site.

1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. The Contractor shall provide all labor, materials (with the exception of GFM) and equipment required to perform the work shown on the drawings and described herein. All work preformed and all materials and equipment used will be subject to approval by the CO. This shall include but not be limited to testing, inspection, scheduling, reporting, and submittals.

B. The construction of this facility shall be in accordance with the drawings the Contractor shall not use dimensions scaled from the drawings.

C. In the event of a difference among the following contract elements the order of precedence to determine which provisions shall govern is as follows:

1) Written Agreement – includes Contract and all Change Orders

2) Project specifications

3) Project drawings

D. Any discrepancies between the contract provisions, the specifications and the contract drawings shall be referred to the CO for a written determination.

E. Document Sources Federal Specifications.- The Federal specifications and standards, and supplements, amendments, and indices thereto are prepared and issued by the General Services Administration of the Federal Government. They may be obtained from the Specifications Activity, Printed Materials Supply Division, Building 197, Naval Weapons Plant, Washington, D.C. 20407.

Publications.- Drawings are available for review at the FAA regional offices.

Copies of military documents may be obtained from the Commanding Officer, Naval Supply Depot, 6801 Tabor Avenue, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19120, Attention: Code CDS.

Information on obtaining copies of Federal specifications and standards may also be obtained from General Services Administration offices in Atlanta; Boston; Chicago; Denver; Fort Worth;

Houston; Kansas City, Missouri; Los Angeles; New York; Philadelphia; San Francisco; Seattle;

and Washington, D.C.

1.4 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

Task shall include the following and any additional requirements included in the drawings and specifications:

General Work at the site: Replace 3 of the 4 RTR towers

Install 3 each 50’ freestanding towers (GFM) complete with grounding. Install a cable duct from the RCAG Shelter to each tower foundation and continue the conduit to the top of the tower. Install GFM cable from the tower to the shelter.

Install a complete counterpoise ground system for the new towers.

The work also includes the facility grounding system; restorations of areas disturbed during construction and installation of appurtenances as described herein or indicated on the drawings.

Return to the site after the new RCAG towers are made operational by the FAA and remove the old towers and foundations.

Work by others:

After the towers are installed, the FAA will install all the cable connectors and install antennas on the new towers and remove them from the old towers. Total time for this phase is 2 to 3 weeks.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE

A. The following are sample major milestone dates that the Contractor is required to meet these dates shall be reflected in the construction schedule required to be submitted by the sections of these specifications

Work Item Date

1) Contract Award TBD

2) Key Submittals 1 week after Contract Award

3) Notice to Proceed Upon Approval of Key Submittals

4) Contractor Mobilization on Site 4 weeks after Contract Award

5) Contractors Acceptance Inspection 60 calendar days after NTP

6) Return for Demolition About 21 days after CAI

7) Punchlist Complete (Contract Closeout) 28 calendar days after returning

B. Weather: Make appropriate allowances for any adverse weather conditions which may be reasonably expected during the construction period. No schedule extensions will be granted due to adverse weather. No additional compensation will be paid for the means and measures required to maintain the construction schedule under adverse weather.

C. FAA Furnished Equipment: GFM is listed in the drawings on sheet G003

D. The Contractor may demobilize the workforce after item 5 is complete. The Contractor shall however be responsible for completing item 7 within 14 calendar days. The Contractor site superintendent shall be on site when any work is preformed.

E The Contractor shall maintain all items detailed is Specification section

01500 PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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SECTION 01 20 00 – SITE ACCESS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes the following

1. Site access,

2. Construction limits,

3. Use of FAA facilities

4. Work hours

B. Construction Limits.- The Contractor shall confine operations, activities, storage of materials and employee parking within the RCAG site, as approved by the Contracting Officer. Additional space the Contractor deems necessary shall be obtained off site, at no additional cost to the Government

C. Access to Site.- The site is located on the Airport and all employees must be escorted while on site by a Contractors representative that has been badged by the local Airport Authority. It is up to the Contractor to determine how many employees need to receive badges. The Airport Authority will determine the access gate to minimize the disruption to airport operations.

D. Damage to Site.- Damage to existing paving, lawns, curbs, or sidewalks caused by the contractor's activities shall be repaired. All costs of repairs shall be at the expense of the Contractor. After notice to proceed and prior to the commencement of construction, the Contractor and COR shall conduct joint inspections of the existing areas affected by the construction. Existing damage or defects shall be noted and will be used a the basis for determination of damages caused by the Contractor's operations.

E. Inspection of Site by Contractor.- The Contractor shall have carefully examined the premises to determine the extent of work and the conditions under which it must be done. On request to the COR, the Contractor may obtain permission to make soil borings or probings. The Contractor shall have the site marked by the local utility locator service prior to commencement of excavations.

F. Contractor's Use of Premises.- Contractor shall have shared use of the premises within the construction staging area limits for the execution of the work. Contractor shall assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of products stored on the site. The Contractor and subcontractors shall maintain the job site in a neat and orderly condition. This includes the daily removal of rubbish, waste and tools, equipment and materials not required for the work in progress.

G. Government Use and Access to Premises.- The Government reserves the right to enter the premises during the term of the contract for periodic work inspections. Reference AMS Clause

3.2.2.3-48, OTHER CONTRACTS.

H. Security Requirements

1. Personnel List.- Contractor shall provide the COR with a list of contractor's personnel who will require access to the site. The list shall be kept current during project work.

2. Contractors personnel shall complete the training and wecurity requirements set forth by the Daytona Beach Airport Authority

3. Security Investigation.- Contractor's personnel may be subject to security investigation by FAA. The Contractor shall promptly complete all security forms provided by the COR.

4. Right to Search.- Current procedures at FAA facilities located within airport boundaries include the "right to search." If in the judgment of the authorized security guard a cause to search a vehicle or the person of personnel exists, such search will be made.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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SECTION 01 30 00 – COORDINATION, LOCAL PERMITS AND TESTING

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This section includes the following

1. Project coordination among the various trades

2. Local Permits for Construction

3. Testing of Construction Materials

B. Related Sections and documents

1. Section 02315 – Excavating and Backfilling

C. Project Coordination.- The Contractor shall prepare a detailed schedule of work and work layout to resolve conflicts and to ensure coordination of the work by different trades. It shall be the duty of the Contractor to resolve all coordination conflicts that arise among his subcontractors.

D. Local Permits.- The Contractor shall apply, pay fees, etc., to obtain local building permits and inspection as required. Reference AMS Clause 3.2.2.3-47, PERMITS AND RESPONSIBILITIES for additional information.

E. Applicable Documents.- The current issues of the following documents in effect on the date of the SIR form a part of this specification and are applicable to the extend specified herein.

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO)

T99 Moisture Density Relations of Soils Using a 5.5-Pound Rammer and 12-Inch Drop

T191 Density of Soil in-Place by the Sand-Cone Method

T205 Density of Soil in-Place by the Rubber Balloon Method

T238 Density of Soil and Soil Aggregate by Nuclear Method (Shallow Depth)

M145 Classification of Soils and Soil-Aggregate Mixtures for Highway Construction Purposes

F. Testing

1. Contractor's Responsibility.- Cooperate with the testing laboratory and make available, without cost, samples of all materials to be tested. Contractor shall furnish such normal labor as is necessary to obtain samples at the project site and to assist in making slump tests, casting and curing concrete cylinders. Contractor shall advise the testing laboratory of the identity of material sources and instruct these suppliers to allow inspections by the laboratory representatives, and notify the testing laboratory sufficiently in advance of operations to allow for completion of initial tests and assignment of inspection personnel.

2. Selection and Payment.- The Contractor shall select and pay for a qualified testing laboratory or laboratories to perform the requirements of this section.

3. Rejected Materials or Workmanship.- All materials or workmanship or both which have been rejected by the COR by reasons of failure to conform to the requirements of the Contract Documents shall be removed and replaced with new, acceptable materials by the Contractor at contractor's own expense. Contractor shall pay for testing of new materials, which have been installed in place of rejected materials.

4. Test Reports.- The testing laboratory shall furnish three copies of each report direct to the COR covering all of its determinations and all of its control services. Reports shall show all data customarily listed by the laboratory in reporting on quantities, qualities, and types of materials, together with their location in the project and applicable Specification Section. Form of reports shall be acceptable to the COR.

5. Testing Procedures

i. General.- No soil borings were taken by the FAA for this project. FAA does not expect to have any borrow material brought in for this project. The antenna tower foundations are designed for the concrete to be place on an undisturbed excavated area having a bearing of 2000 psf. If the Contractor encounters unsuitable materials while excavating, the Contractor shall notify both the COR and the Contracting Officer. Concrete testing shall be the responsibility of the Contractor. The FAA reserves the right to direct retesting in the event of failures and any retesting shall be at Contractor's expense.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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END OF SECTION 01 30 00

SECTION 01 33 00– SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

1.1 SUMMARY

Prior to Commencement of Work- Specific shop drawings and/or submittal data currently listed and required by the various sections of this specification shall be submitted to the CO for approval. The following submittal items must be approved by the FAA prior to the commencement of work:

Construction schedule, concrete mix design, reinforcing steel, door, frame and hardware, HVAC equipment, metal roof materials/guarantee and electrical equipment.

1.1.1 Submittal

Contract Clauses "3.2.2.3-45 MATERIAL AND WORKMANSHIP ," and "3.2.2.3-60

SPECIFICATIONS, DRAWINGS, AND MATERIAL OFFERS"

1.1.2 Submittal Descriptions (SD)

Submittals requirements are specified in the technical sections. Submittals are identified by SD numbers and titles as follows.

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Schedule of Prices Reinforcing Steel Concrete Mix Design

Electrical Equipment List of proposed subcontractors

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Not Used

SD-03 Product Data

Catalog cuts, illustrations, schedules, diagrams, performance charts, instructions and brochures illustrating size, physical appearance and other characteristics of materials or equipment for some portion of the work.

Samples of warranty language when the contract requires extended product warranties.

SD-04 Samples

Not Used

SD-05 Design Data

Calculations, mix designs, analyses or other data pertaining to a part of work.

SD-06 Test Reports

Report which includes finding of a test made at the job site or on sample taken from the job site, on portion of work during or after installation.

Final acceptance test and operational test procedure.

SD-07 Certificates

Statements printed on the manufacturer's letterhead and signed by responsible officials of manufacturer of product, system or material attesting that product, system or material meets specification requirements. Must be dated after award of project contract and clearly name the project.

Document required of Contractor, or of a supplier, installer or subcontractor through Contractor, the purpose of which is to further quality of orderly progression of a portion of the work by documenting procedures, acceptability of methods or personnel qualifications.

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Preprinted material describing installation of a product, system or material, including special notices and Material Safety Data sheets concerning impedances, hazards and safety precautions.

SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

Not Used

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Not Used

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Not Used

1.1.3 Approving Authority

Office authorized to approve submittal.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

Government approval is required for submittals:

1.3 USE OF SUBMITTAL REGISTER

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1.4 PROCEDURES FOR SUBMITTALS

1.4.1 Reviewing, Certifying, Approving Authority

Contractor shall be responsible for reviewing and certifying that submittals are in compliance with contract requirements.

1.4.2 Constraints

a. Submittals listed or specified in this contract shall conform to provisions of this section, unless explicitly stated otherwise.

b. Submittals shall be complete for each definable feature of work; components of definable feature interrelated as a system shall be submitted at same time.

c. When acceptability of a submittal is dependent on conditions, items, or materials included in separate subsequent submittals, submittal will be returned without review.

d. Approval of a separate material, product, or component does not imply approval of assembly in which item functions.

1.4.3 Scheduling

a. Coordinate scheduling, sequencing, preparing and processing of submittals with performance of work so that work will not be delayed by submittal processing. Allow for potential requirements to resubmit.

b. Except as specified otherwise, allow review period, beginning with receipt by approving authority, that includes at least 15 working days for approval. Period of review for submittals begins when Government receives submittal from the Contractor. Period of review for each resubmittal is the same as for initial submittal.

1.4.4 Variations

Variations from contract requirements require Government approval pursuant to contract Clause 3.2.2.3-60, SPECIFICATIONS, DRAWINGS, AND MATERIAL OFFERS" and will be considered where advantageous to Government.

1.4.4.1 Considering Variations

Discussion with Contracting Officer prior to submission, will help ensure functional and quality requirements are met and minimize rejections and resubmittals.

1.4.4.2 Proposing Variations

When proposing variation, deliver written request to the Contracting Officer, with documentation of the nature and features of the variation and why the variation is desirable and beneficial to Government. If lower cost is a benefit, also include an estimate of the cost saving. In addition to documentation required for variation, include the submittals required for the item. Clearly mark the proposed variation in all documentation.

1.4.4.3 Warranting That Variations Are Compatible

When delivering a variation for approval, Contractor warrants that this contract has been reviewed to establish that the variation, if incorporated, will be compatible with other elements of work.

1.4.4.4 Review Schedule Is Modified

In addition to normal submittal review period, a period of 5 working days will be allowed for consideration by the Government of submittals with variations.

1.4.5 Contractor's Responsibilities

a. Determine and verify field measurements, materials, field construction criteria; review each submittal; and check and coordinate each submittal with requirements of the work and contract documents.

b. Transmit submittals to COR in accordance with schedule and to prevent delays in the work, delays to Government, or delays to separate Contractors.

c. Advise Contracting Officer of variation, as required by paragraph entitled "Variations."

d. Correct and resubmit submittal as directed by approving authority. When resubmitting disapproved transmittals or transmittals noted for resubmittal, the Contractor shall provide copy of that previously submitted transmittal including all reviewer comments for use by approving authority. Direct specific attention in writing or on resubmitted submittal, to revisions not requested by approving authority on previous submissions.

e. Ensure no work has begun until submittals for that work have been returned as "approved," or "approved as noted", except to the extent that a portion of work must be accomplished as basis of submittal.

1.4.7 Government's Responsibilities

When approving authority is Contracting Officer, the Government will:

a. Note date on which submittal was received from Contractor, on each submittal for which the Contracting Officer is approving authority.

b. Review submittals for approval within scheduling period specified and only for conformance with project design concepts and compliance with contract documents.

c. Identify returned submittals with one of the actions defined in paragraph entitled "Actions Possible" and with markings appropriate for action indicated.

1.4.8 Actions Possible

Submittals will be returned with one of the following notations:

a. Submittals marked "not reviewed" will indicate submittal has been previously reviewed and approved, is not required , does not have evidence of being reviewed and approved by Contractor, or is not complete. A submittal marked "not reviewed" will be returned with an explanation of the reason it is not reviewed. Resubmit submittals returned for lack of review by Contractor or for being incomplete, with appropriate action, coordination, or change.

b. Submittals marked "approved" "approved as submitted" authorize Contractor to proceed with work covered.

c. Submittals marked "approved as noted" or "approval except as noted; resubmission not required" authorize Contractor to proceed with work as noted provided Contractor takes no exception to the notations.

d. Submittals marked "revise and resubmit" or "disapproved" indicate submittal is incomplete or does not comply with design concept or requirements of the contract documents and shall be resubmitted with appropriate changes. No work shall proceed for this item until resubmittal is approved.

1.5 FORMAT OF SUBMITTALS

1.5.1 Transmittal Form

Transmit each submittal, except sample installations and sample panels, to office of approving authority. Transmit submittals with transmittal form prescribed by Contracting Officer and standard for project. The transmittal form shall identify Contractor, indicate date of submittal, and include information prescribed by transmittal form and required in paragraph entitled "Identifying Submittals." Process transmittal forms to record actions regarding sample panels and sample installations.

1.5.2 Identifying Submittals

Identify submittals, except sample panel and sample installation, with the following information permanently adhered to or noted on each separate component of each submittal and noted on transmittal form. Mark each copy of each submittal identically, with the following:

a. Project title and location.

b. Construction contract number.

c. Section number of the specification section by which submittal is required.

d. Submittal description (SD) number of each component of submittal.

e. When a resubmission, add alphabetic suffix on submittal description, for example, SD-10A, to indicate resubmission.

f. Name, address, and telephone number of subcontractor, supplier, manufacturer and any other second tier Contractor associated with submittal.

g. Product identification and location in project.

1.5.3 Format for SD-02 Shop Drawings

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1.5.4 Format of SD-03 Product Data and SD-08 Manufacturer's Instruction's

a. Present product data submittals for each section as a complete, bound volume. Include table of contents, listing page and catalog item numbers for product data.

b. Indicate, by prominent notation, each product which is being submitted; indicate specification section number and paragraph number to which it pertains.

c. Supplement product data with material prepared for project to satisfy submittal requirements for which product data does not exist. Identify this material as developed specifically for project, with information and format as required for submission of SD-07 Certificates..

d. Provide product data in metric dimensions. Where product data are included in preprinted catalogs with English units only, submit metric dimensions on separate sheet.

e. Product data shall include the manufacturer's name, trade name, place of manufacture, and catalog model or number. Submittals shall also include applicable federal, military, industry and technical society publication references. Should manufacturer's data require supplemental information for clarification, the supplemental information shall be submitted as specified for SD-07 Certificates.

f. Where equipment or materials are specified to conform to industry and technical society reference standards of the organizations such as American National Standards Institute (ANSI), ASTM International (ASTM), National Electrical Manufacturer's Association (NEMA), Underwriters Laboratories (UL), and Association of Edison Illuminating Companies (AEIC), submit proof of such compliance. The label or listing by the specified organization will be acceptable evidence of compliance. In lieu of the label or listing, submit a certificate from an independent testing organization, competent to perform testing, and approved by the Contracting Officer. The certificate shall state that the item has been tested in accordance with the specified organization's test methods and that the item complies with the specified organization's reference standard.

g. Submit manufacturer's instruction prior to installation.

1.5.5 Format of SD-04 Samples

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1.5.6 Format of SD-05 Design Data and SD-07 Certificates

a. Provide design data and certificates on 297 by 210 mm 8 1/2 by 11 inches paper. Provide a bound volume for submittals containing numerous pages.

1.5.7 Format of SD-06 Test Reports and SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

A. Provide reports on 297 by 210 mm 8 1/2 by 11 inches paper in a complete bound volume.

B. Indicate by prominent notation, each report in the submittal. Indicate specification number and pararaph number to which it pertains.

1.5.8 Format of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance (O&M) Data

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1.5.9 Format of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals and SD-11 Closeout Submittalss

A. When submittal includes a document which is to be used in project or become part of project record, other than as a submittal, do not apply Contractor's approval stamp to document, but to a separate sheet accompanying document.

B. Provide all dimensions in administrative submittals in metric. Where data are included in preprinted material with English units only, submit metric dimensions on separate sheet.

1.6 QUANTITY OF SUBMITTALS

1.6.1 Number of Copies of SD-02 Shop Drawings

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1.6.2 Number of Copies of SD-03 Product Data and SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Submit in compliance with quantity requirements specified for shop drawings.

1.6.3 SD-04 Number of Samples

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1.6.4 Number of Copies SD-05 Design Data and SD-07 Certificates

a. Submit three copies of submittals of shop drawings requiring review and approval by Contracting Officer.

1.6.5 Number of Copies SD-06 Test Reports and SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reportss

a. Submit three copies of submittals of shop drawings requiring review and approval by Contracting Officer.

1.6.6 Number of Copies of SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

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1.6.7 Number of Copies of SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals and SD-11Closeout Submittalss

a. Submit three copies of submittals of shop drawings requiring review and approval by Contracting Officer.

1.7 FORWARDING SUBMITTALS

1.7.1 Submittals Required from the Contractor

As soon as practicable after award of contract, and before procurement of fabrication, forward to the Contracting Officer The Project Enginner will review for the Contracting Officer prior to the notice to Proceed. After the Notice to Proceed all submittals shall be forwarded to the CO in Charge of Construction.

1.7.1.1 O&M Data

COR will review for the Contracting Officer O&M Data to verify the submittals comply with the contract requirements.; submit data specified for a given item within 30 calendar days after the item is delivered to the contract site.

1.8 APPROVED SUBMITTALS

Approval of submittals shall not be construed as a complete check, but will indicate only that the general method of construction, materials, detailing and other information are satisfactory design, general method of construction, materials, detailing and other information appear to meet the Solicitation and Accepted Proposal. Approval will not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist, as the Contractor is responsible for dimensions, the design of adequate connections and details, and the satisfactory construction of all work. After submittals have been approved, no resubmittal for the purpose of substituting materials or equipment will be considered unless accompanied by an explanation of why a substitution is necessary.

1.9 DISAPPROVED SUBMITTALS

The Contractor shall make all corrections required by the Contracting Officer and promptly furnish a corrected submittal in the form and number of copies specified for the initial submittal.The Contractor shall make all corrections required by the Contracting Officer, obtain the Designer of Record's approval when applicable, and promptly furnish a corrected submittal in the form and number of copies specified for the initial submittal. Any "information only" submittal found to contain errors or unapproved deviations from the Solicitation or Accepted Proposal shall be resubmitted as one requiring "approval" action, requiring both Designer of Record and Government approval. If the Contractor considers any correction indicated on the submittals to constitute a change to the contract, a notice in accordance with the Contract Clause "Changes" shall be given promptly to the Contracting Officer.

1.10 GENERAL

The Contractor shall make submittals as required by the specifications. Units of weights and measures used on all submittals shall be the same as those used in the contract drawings. Each submittal shall be complete and in sufficient detail to allow ready determination of compliance with contract requirements. Prior to submittal, all items shall be checked, and each item shall be stamped, signed, and dated by the Contractor. Proposed deviations from the contract requirements shall be clearly identified. Submittals shall include items such as: Contractor's, manufacturer's, or fabricator's drawings; descriptive literature including (but not limited to) catalog cuts, diagrams, operating charts or curves; test reports; test cylinders; samples; O&M manuals (including parts list);

certifications; warranties; and other such required submittals. Submittals requiring Government approval shall be scheduled and made prior to the acquisition of the material or equipment covered thereby. Samples remaining upon completion of the work shall be picked up and disposed of in accordance with manufacturer's Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and in compliance with existing laws and regulations.

1.11 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

Submittals shall be made as follows:

1.11.1 Procedures

The Government will further discuss detailed submittal procedures with the Contractor at the Post- Award Conference.

1.11.2 Deviations

For submittals which include proposed deviations requested by the Contractor, the Contractor shall set forth in writing the reason for any deviations and annotate such deviations on the submittal. The Government reserves the right to rescind inadvertent approval of submittals containing unnoted deviations.

1.12 GOVERNMENT APPROVED SUBMITTALS

Upon completion of review of submittals requiring Government approval, the submittals will be identified as having received approval by being so stamped and dated. 3 copies of the submittal will be retained by the Contracting Officer and the remaining copies of the submittal will be returned to the Contractor.

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

Construction Progress Schedule X Personnel List X List of proposed subcontractors X

DIVISION 2 -SITEWORK

02300 E, B & C FOR STRUCTURES X

02312 E, B & C FOR UTILITIES X

DIVISION 3 - CONCRETE

03300 CAST IN PLACE CONCRETE X X X X

DIVISION 16 - ELECTRICAL

16100 ELECTRICAL WORK X X X X

16200 UNDERGROUND CABLES X X

SECTION 01 50 00 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by the basic designation only.

NFPA 70(2005) National Electrical Code

1.2 TEMPORARY UTILITIES

A. Contractor shall provide and pay for all temporary services and facilities as specified below and as necessary for the proper and expeditious execution of the work. Contractor shall make, or have made, all connections to existing services and sources of supply as necessary and/or indicated and pay all charges for same. Contractor shall provide all labor, materials, equipment and appurtenances necessary for the complete installation, operation and maintenance of all temporary service systems and facilities. All work under this section shall comply with applicable laws, rules, regulations, codes, ordinances and orders of all federal, state and local authorities having jurisdiction for the safety of persons, materials and property. Contractor shall remove all such temporary installations and connections when no longer necessary for the project work.

B. Temporary Electric Lighting and Power.- Contractor shall provide and maintain a temporary lighting and power system for construction and inspection purposes. Contractor shall make all necessary arrangement for temporary electrical services with the local power company to provide and pay for all temporary engine generator at the project site.

C. Temporary Water.- Contractor shall make arrangements to furnish a potable water supply for project work, and pay for all temporary water and services.

D. Temporary Toilets and Sanitation.- Contractor shall provide ample and suitable onsite sanitary conveniences with proper enclosures for the use of the workers employed on the work. Such conveniences shall be kept clean, be properly ventilated and shall be installed and maintained in conformity with requirements of all laws and ordinances governing such installations. Locations shall be coordinated with the COR. After completion of the work such conveniences shall be removed from the site.

E. Toilets.- Toilets shall be portable chemical type with screened enclosures, each having a urinal and closet and mounted on skids. Not less than one unit shall be provided for every 25 full-time employees.

F. Toilet Servicing.- Contractor shall be responsible for paying and arranging for each toilet unit to be serviced at least twice a week, including removal of waste matter, sterilizing, recharging tank, refilling tissue holders, and thorough cleaning and scrubbing of entire interior.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

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SECTION 01 60 00 – PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

1.1 SUMMARY

Material and equipment incorporated into the work shall conform to applicable specifications and standards and comply with size, make, type and quality specified, or as specifically approved in writing by the COR.

1.2 REFERENCES - Not Used

1.3 SUBMITTALS - Not Used

1.4 SHIPMENT AND PROTECTION OF MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT

Shipments shall be addressed to the Contractor who shall be responsible for their receipt, unloading, handling, and storage at the site. Government will not accept deliveries on behalf of the Contractor or his subcontractors or assume responsibility for security of materials, equipment, or supplies delivered to the site.

Products shall be delivered in undamaged condition, in manufacturer's original containers or packing, with identifying labels intact and legible. Shipments shall be inspected to ensure compliance with requirements of contract documents and approved submittals, and that products are properly protected and undamaged immediately on delivery. Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling or damage to products or packing.

Contractor shall protect and preserve materials, supplies, and equipment of every description (including property which may be Government-furnished or -owned) and work performed.

1.5 STORAGE AND PROTECTION OF MATERIAL

Only material and construction equipment designated for performance of contract work may be stored at the construction site.

Products shall be stored in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible.

Products subject to damage by the elements shall be stored in weather-tight enclosures.

Temperatures and humidity shall be maintained within the ranges required by the manufacturers instructions.

Fabricated products shall be stored above the ground, on blocking or skids to prevent soiling or staining. Products which are subject to deterioration shall be covered with impervious sheet coverings; adequate ventilation shall be provided to avoid condensation.

Loose granular materials shall be stored in a well-drained area on solid surfaces to prevent mixing with foreign matter.

2.1 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

Materials and equipment to be provided under this contract shall be standard catalogue products of manufacturers regularly engaged in the manufacture of the products. All material "cut sheets" and factory acceptance test data shall be provided to the Contracting Officer. Information and data shall have a cover letter/sheet clearly marked with the system name, date, and the words "Final Test Data - Forward for inclusion in the Maintenance Database."

Material and equipment shall be installed in accordance with the requirements of the contract drawings , contract specifications and referenced standards and specifications.

Manufactured and fabricated products shall be designed, fabricated and assembled in accordance with the best engineering and shop practices. Like parts of duplicate units shall be manufactured to standard sizes and gauges and shall be interchangeable. Two or more items of the same kind shall be identical and manufactured by the same manufacturer.

Products shall be suitable for service conditions. Equipment capacities, sizes and dimensions shown or specified shall be adhered to unless variations are specifically approved in writing. Do not use material or equipment for any purpose other than for which it is designed or specified.

Furnish and install products specified, under options and conditions for substitution stated in this section.

2.1 MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS

When contract documents require that installation of work shall comply with manufacturer's printed instructions, copies of such instructions shall be distributed to parties involved in the installation, including two copies to the COR.

Maintain one set of complete instructions at the job site during installation and until completion.

Products shall be handled, installed, connected, cleaned and conditioned in strict accordance with such instructions and in conformity with specified requirements. If job conditions or specified requirements conflict with manufacturer's instructions, the Contractor shall consult with the COR for further instructions.

All work shall be performed in accordance with manufacturer's instructions. No preparatory step or installation procedure shall be omitted unless specifically modified or exempted by contract documents.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

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END OF SECTION 01 60 00

SECTION 01 70 00 – CONTRACT CLOSEOUT

1.1 SUMMARY

The requirements of this Section apply to, and are a component part of each section of the specifications.

1.2 REFERENCES

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1.3 SUBMITTALS

The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01330 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES in sufficient detail to show full compliance with each section of the project's specification:

SD-01 Contract Documents

The following shall be submitted in accordance with paragraph entitled, "General," of this section.

1. Contract Documents

2. Contract Drawings

3. Contractor Specifications and Addenda

SD-02 Shop Drawings

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SD-03 Product Data

Spare Parts Data shall indicate manufacturer's name, part number, nomenclature, and stock level recommended for maintenance and repair. List those items that may be standard to the normal maintenance of the system.

SD-07 Certificates

A Work Plan shall be submitted in accordance with paragraph entitled, "General," of this section.

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

The following shall be submitted in accordance with paragraph entitled, "General," of this section.

Preventative Maintenance and Condition Monitoring (Predictive Testing) and Inspection schedules shall be submitted by the Contractor with instructions that state when systems should be retested.

Posted Instructions

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

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1.4 GENERAL

1.4.1 Project Record Documents

A. Maintenance of Documents.- The following documents shall be maintained at the project site:

Contract drawings, contract specification, reviewed shop drawings, change orders, field test reports, project correspondence, other modifications to contract.

B. Storage and Use of Documents.- Store record documents apart from documents used for construction; do not use record documents for construction purposes. Keep documents in clean, dry, legible condition; provide file cabinets and racks for storage of drawings.

C. Marking Devices.- Use red colored pencil for all marking.

D. Recording and Labeling.- Label each document "Project Record" in 1-inch high printed block letters. Keep record documents current. Do not conceal or cover up any item of work until the information has been recorded.

E. Submittals.- At completion of project, deliver record documents to COR with a transmittal letter, per Section 01330

F. Contract Drawings.- Legibly mark to record actual construction:

1. Depths of various elements of foundation in relation to grade floor level

2. Horizontal and vertical location of underground and overhead utilities and appurtenances referenced to permanent surface improvements

3. Location of internal utilities and appurtenances concealed in construction referenced to visible and accessible features of structure

4. Field changes of dimension and detail

5. Changes made by change order or field order

6. Details not on originally specified drawings.

G. Contractor Specifications and Addenda.- Legibly mark each section to record:

1. Manufacturer, trade name, catalog number, and supplier of each item of equipment actually installed.

2. Changes made by change order or field order.

3. Other matters not originally specified.

1.4.2 Shop Drawings.

Not Used.

1.4.3 Completion Certificate

When the work is complete, submit written certification that: Contract documents have been reviewed; work has been inspected for compliance with contract; equipment and systems have been tested in the presence of the COR and are operational; required operation and maintenance manuals, data, and parts list have been submitted and approved; spare parts have been provided as required;

and required instruction of maintenance personnel had been accomplished.

1.4.4 Operating Instructions and Spare Parts

Posted Instructions shall be submitted by the Contractor with labels, signs, and templates of operating instructions that are required to be mounted or installed on or near the product for normal, safe operation.

Contractor shall submit 3 copies of the project operation and maintenance manuals 30 calendar days prior to testing the system involved. Data shall be updated and resubmitted for final approval no later than 30 calendar days prior to contract completion.

Spare Parts Data shall indicate manufacturer's name, part number, nomenclature, and stock level required for maintenance and repair. List those items that may be standard to the normal maintenance of the system.

Contractor shall supply as indicated in each section of the specification. Provision of spare parts does not relieve the Contractor of responsibilities listed under the contract guarantee provisions.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE

Operation and Maintenance Manuals shall be consistent with the manufacturer's standard brochures, schematics, printed instructions, general operating procedures, and safety precautions. Information shall be bound in manual format and grouped by technical sections. Test data shall be legible and of good quality. Light-sensitive reproduction techniques are acceptable provided finished pages are clear, legible, and not subject to fading. Pages for vendor data and manuals shall have 0.3937-inch 10 millimeter holes and be bound in 3-ring, loose-leaf binders. Data shall be organized by separate index and tabbed sheets, in a loose-leaf binder. Binder shall lie flat with printed sheets that are easy to read. Caution and warning indications shall be clearly labeled.

Contractor shall submit classroom and field instructions in the operation and maintenance of systems equipment where required by the technical provisions. These services shall be directed by the Contractor, using the manufacturer's factory-trained personnel or qualified representatives.

Contracting Officer shall be given 7 calendar days written notice of scheduled instructional services.

Instructional materials belonging to the manufacturer or vendor, such as lists, static exhibits, and visual aids, shall be made available to the Contracting Officer.

The Contractor shall require each subcontractor engaged upon the work to bear full responsibility for cleaning up during and immediately upon completion of his work. All rubbish, waste, tools, equipment and other apparatus caused by or used in the execution of his work shall be removed. This shall in no way be construed to relieve the Contractor of his primary responsibility for maintaining the building and the site clean and free of debris, and leaving all work in a clean and proper condition acceptable to the COR.

All exposed floor surfaces shall be protected against all mechanical damage, mortar or plaster droppings, oil, grease, or other damage that will stain or soil the cement finish. Protection shall be maintained until all work has been completed.

3.2 Rubbish Removal

Immediately after unpacking, all packing material, case lumber, wrappings, or other rubbish, flammable or otherwise, shall be collected and removed from the building and the premises.

3.3 Overall Cleaning

Immediately before the final inspection, the entire exterior and interior of the building and the surrounding areas shall be thoroughly cleaned by the Contractor, including but not limited to the following:

All construction facilities, debris and rubbish shall be removed from all buildings and the sites.

All finished surfaces within the buildings shall be swept, dusted, vacuumed, washed or polished as required.

All tools, scaffolding, temporary utility connections or buildings, belonging to the Contractor or used under his direction shall be removed from the site.

3.4 Final Inspection

The COR will schedule the final inspection upon approval and endorsement of the contractor's Completion Certification.

3.5 Punch List.

The COR will furnish the Contractor with a list of discrepancies in the work, material and equipment noted during the final inspection.

3.6 Acceptance of Work

The Contractor shall correct discrepancies noted during the final inspection, clean the premises and notify the COR that the work is ready for acceptance.

END OF SECTION 01 70 00

SECTION 02 30 00 - EXCAVATING, BACKFILLING, AND COMPACTING FOR STRUCTURES

1.1 REFERENCES

The publications listed below form a part of this section to the extent referenced:

AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF STATE HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORTATION OFFICIALS

(AASHTO)

AASHTO M 145 Classification of Soils and Soil-Aggregate Mixtures for Highway Construction Purposes

AASHTO T 180 Moisture-Density Relations of Soils Using a 4.54-kg (10-lb) Rammer and a 457-mm (18-in.) Drop

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM D698 Standard Proctor Compaction Test

ASTM D 2922 Standard Test Methods for Density of Soil and Soil-Aggregate in Place by Nuclear Methods (Shallow Depth)

ASTM D 3740 Standard Practice for Evaluation of Agencies Engaged in the Testing and/or Inspection of Soil and Rock as Used In Engineering Design and Construction

1.2 SUBMITTALS

The following shall be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00, "Submittal Procedures," in sufficient detail to show full compliance with the specification:

SD-06 Test Reports

Test Reports shall be submitted for Soil Test results within 7 calendar days. Test reports shall be submitted according to paragraph entitled, "Quality Control Testing During Construction," of this section.

1.3 LIMITS OF CONSTRUCTION

Work in this section relates to excavation, fill, and backfill to a point 5 feet beyond the building or structure line.

1.4 SAMPLING AND TESTING

1.4.1 Soil Test and Inspection Service

A certified soil-testing service shall be provided by the Contractor. Testing shall include sampling and testing soil materials proposed for use in the work, and field-testing facilities for quality control during construction period.

Testing agencies shall conform to the requirements of ASTM D 3740.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 BACKFILL AND FILL MATERIALS

Backfill material shall consist of sandy clay, sand, gravel, soft shale, or other satisfactory soil materials.

2.2.1 Proposed Soil Materials

A. Crushed Stone

Type and Size.- Crushed stone shall consist of crushed gravel or crushed rock which is hard, strong, durable, free from adherent coatings, and shall contain no soft, thin, or elongated pieces or organic material. Material shall be secured from an acceptable source off-site. 1-1/2 inch maximum particle size and maximum 2 percent by weight passing size 4 sieve.

B. Earth Fill

Fill shall be well graded inorganic fill, with 100 percent passing a 3-inch sieve, and 5 percent to 15 percent passing a No. 200 sieve, and having a plasticity index of 12 or less.

C. Borrow

Excavated material from the site that is suitable as approved by the COR, may be used for filling or backfilling.