specification.pdf

HVAC EQUIPMENT

REPLACEMENT

Boston Consolidated TRACON (A90)

Merrimack, NH

PROJECT

SPECIFICATIONS

ISSUED FOR BID

May 2017

Parsons T4

1200 District Avenue

Burlington, MA 01803

A90 HVAC Clarifications and Scope Changes

Clarifications:

1. Electrical feed to temporary chillers may be run on the outside of the building.

The route will immediately exist the switchgear rom and run along the outside of the building hanging off of the steel assembly for the screen wall. The outdoor feeders may be run without conduit provided type W cable is used. Any mounting to existing block wall shall be done in the grout lines and after work is complete patched to match existing.

2. The piping to the dry coolers and chillers on the roof will use existing penetrations.

3. The lightning protection system does not need to be installed by a UL listed installer and does not require testing.

4. The height of the raised floor is 24 inches.

5. Contractor shall plan to have sufficiently large crane to remove and place new chiller while crane is parked on paved driveway.

6. Dry cooler bypass valve is to be removed.

7. When working on Leibert units air barriers will be required when more than 4 raised floor tiles are removed or when the work period will last more than 6 hours.

8. Add the following to specification section 01 10 00 paragraph 1.12. No work can be scheduled on the following dates: 11/18/2017 – 11/27/2017 and 12/16/17 – 1/01/18. A waiver may be requested but for purpose of bidding these dates will not be available to complete work.

9. Revise specification section 01 32 00 to clarify that the schedule does not need to be cost loaded and unless a major slip in schedule occurs the two week look ahead shall be adequate for updates. A major slip is when the completion date is pushed out more than 3 weeks.

10. Revise specification section 01 91 13 to add Commissioning Authority qualifications. The commissioning authority shall be either CxA certification from AABC Commissioning Group(ACG) or a Corporate BCA certification from the Building Commissioning Association.

11. Revise specification section 23 05 00 paragraph 3.5 E changing 3000 psi concrete to 4000 psi concrete.

12. Add to drawing A90-1404557 the following note: 4. The steel for W-shapes shall be ASTM A992/A 992 M, Grade 50, Angles shall be ASTM 36/A 36M, grade 50, Plate shall be ASTM A36/A 36M, grade 36 and welding electrodes shall be E70XX (Low Hydrogen). All work shall conform to the requirements of the Manual of Steel Construction 13th Edition, AISC, AISC 360-05 specification for structural steel buildings and AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel.

13. Delete specification section 23 08 20.

14. Delete specification section 23 63 40.

15. Revise specification section 26 05 19 paragraph 3.2 to allow Type W, copper conductors for temporary power to temporary chillers and pumps.

16. In order to maintain the roof warranty the area under and around the chillers must be covered with ¼ inch plywood.

17. The replacement of the leiberts on the second floor shall be done during off hours.

18. Detail B on drawing A90-1404557-M903 may be modified to have two valves

(one for TRACON and one for ADMIN) in order to allow the system to be shut down for only 4 hours during the cutover.

19. The location of control valves is shown on the coordination drawings that are an attachment to this package.

Scope Changes:

1. Only one chiller will be provided by the FAA. The contractor shall provide a second chiller of the same size or larger. Additional pumps shall also be provided as necessary.

2. The existing chillers on the roof shall be removed and one unit kept on site as a backup in case one of the temporary chillers fails. The unit in the best conditions shall be the one to remain on site. It shall be in a position that is can be connected quickly if needed.

3. The chiller hoses shall be turned over to the FAA at the end of the project.

4. Install isolation and control valves at each temporary chiller.

5. The work associated with the DI water is deleted for the scope. The work is shown on drawings A90-1404557-M101, M102, and M105.

6. Temporary chiller electrical feed on drawing A90-1404557-E902 shall be revised to have the feed run in conduit inside the building to the exterior wall on top of the page by cabinet labeled T-E162B.

7. Revise drawing A90-1404557-M904 such that existing pumps will not be used and FAA provide pump trailer will be used instead.

8. Work shown on drawings A90-1404557-D131 and D133 shall be revised such that DC-1 and DC-2 shall not be demolished.

9. Piping shown on drawing A90-1404557-M104 is not accurate for the Carrier chiller. Follow manufactures instructions for piping options attached to scope.

10. Pump shown on drawing A90-1404557-M500 is 3600 RPM not 1760 as shown on schedule.

Options:

1. Replace hot water pumps. See schedule and plan.

2. Remove the pump housekeeping pads. The pads shall be saw cut to the full depth of the slab around the foot print of the pad. Then the pads shall be cut into cubes.

Remove cubes and then pour a new section of slab area (full depth) with minimum 4000 psi concrete mix and allow to cure 28 days and finish with paint.

The new slab shall be dowelled to the existing slab. Install new reinforcing to match existing in size and spacing. See drawing A90-E-TRACO-S301 for slab construction information.

Issued For Bid May 2017

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HVAC Equipment Replacement Boston Consolidated TRACON, Merrimack, NH (A90)

SECTION 01 00 10

PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS - TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 10 00............................................................................................................ Summary of Work 01 14 00………………………………………………………………………..Work Restrictions 01 31 00.............................................................................Project Management and Coordination 01 32 00…………………………………………..…...….Construction Progress Documentation 01 33 00…………………………………………….......…..………………Submittal Procedures 01 35 29…………………………...……...Health, Safety, and Emergency Response Procedures 01 35 53 ……………………………………………………………………..Security Procedures 01 42 00………………………………………………………………………………..References 01 45 00……………………………….…...…………....……….……...………..Quality Control 01 50 00…………………………………………..………..…Temporary Facilities and Controls 01 73 00………………………………………………………………………………...Execution 01 73 29…………………………………………………………………….Cutting and Patching 01 74 23…………………………………………………………………………...Final Cleaning 01 77 00………………………………………………….………………….Closeout Procedures 01 78 23……………………………………………………....Operations and Maintenance Data 01 91 13…………………………………………………General Commissioning Requirements

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 01 00……………………..…Interim Life Safety Measures for Facilities Under Construction 02 41 19………………………………………………………………….…Selective Demolition

DIVISION 5 – METALS

05 50 00.....................................................................................................................Misc. Metals

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 84 13………………………………………………………….….…Penetration Firestopping 07 90 00…………………………………………………………………………………Sealants

DIVISION 9 - FINISHES

09 90 00………………...……………………………………………………………….Painting

DIVISION 23 - HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 05 00 ……………………………………………………Common Work Results For HVAC

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23 05 13 ……………….………………..Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment 23 05 19 …………………………………………………Meters and Gauges for HVAC Piping 23 05 23 ……………………………………………….General Duty Valves for HVAC Piping 23 05 29 ……………………..………Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment 23 05 48 …………………...Vibration and Seismic Controls for HVAC Piping and Equipment 23 05 53 ………………..……………………..Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment 23 05 93 …………………..……....……………..Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 23 07 19 ………….……………...…………………...HVAC Equipment and Piping Insulation 23 08 20 ……………………………………….…………………….Commissioning of HVAC 23 09 00 ……………………………………….…………………Instrumentation and Controls 23 21 13 ………………………………………….……………………………Hydronic Piping 23 21 23 ………………………………………….……………………………Hydronic Pumps 23 63 40 ………………………………………….……………….Air Cooled Heat Exchangers 23 64 26 ………………………………………….………………Rotary-Screw Water Chillers 23 81 23 ………………………………………….…………Computer-Room Air Conditioners

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 …………………...……….…………………..…Common Work Results for Electrical 26 05 19 …………………….………...…Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 26 05 23……………………………..……….…………Control voltage Electrical Power Cables 26 05 26 …………………….……….……..……Grounding and Bonding of Electrical Systems 26 05 29 ………………….………….……..……..Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems 26 05 33 ……………………………….……..……Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems 26 05 48.10…………………………….…….……………………………….Seismic Protection 26 05 53 ……………………………….……..……………Identification for Electrical Systems 26 18 39 ………………………………………....……………...Low Voltage Motor Controller 26 24 19 ………………………………………..……………………..…Motor-Control Centers 26 27 26 …………………………………………..…………………..…………Wiring Devices 26 28 16 …………………………………… ……..….Enclosed Switches and Circuit Breakers 26 29 23 …………………………………………....…...Variable-Frequency Motor Controllers 26 41 13 ………………………………………….…………Lightning Protection for Structures

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SECTION 01 10 00

SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Access to site.

4. Coordination with occupants.

5. Work restrictions.

6. Specification and drawing conventions.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification: HVAC Equipment Replacement at Boston Consolidated TRACON (A90), Merrimack, New Hampshire.

1. Project Location: 25 Robert Milligan Parkway, Merrimack, New Hampshire

B. Owner: U. S. Department of Transportation, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).

C. Contractor:

1. Contractor has been engaged for this Project to serve as Project's constructor.

1.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of the Project is defined by these specifications, together with the referenced standards and drawings specified in the Contract Documents, and consists of the following:

1. The HVAC Equipment Replacement project is primarily a mechanical system and equipment replacement/upgrade project with associated HVAC, Mechanical Controls, and Electrical Power System, upgrades and support. Scope includes the installation of temporary chiller system, replacement of all 3 chillers including associated pumps, valves, and piping, 2 dry-coolers, 7 Computer Room air Conditioners (CRAC) units, HVAC controls, and miscellaneous repairs to 2 Rooftop Air Handling Units (AHU’s).

B. Type of Contract.

1. Project will be constructed under a single prime contract.

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1.4 ACCESS TO SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of Project site for construction operations as indicated on Drawings by the Contract limits and as indicated by requirements of this Section.

B. Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to areas within the Contract limits indicated on the construction staging plan or as designated by the COR. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Limits: Limit site disturbance, including earthwork and clearing of vegetation, to 40 feet beyond building perimeter; 10 feet beyond surface walkways, patios, surface parking, and utilities less than 12 inches in diameter; 15 feet beyond primary roadway curbs and main utility branch trenches; and 25 feet beyond constructed areas with permeable surfaces (such as pervious paving areas, stormwater detention facilities, and playing fields) that require additional staging areas in order to limit compaction in the constructed area.

2. Driveways, Walkways and Entrances: Keep driveways, parking areas, loading areas, loading dock, and entrances serving premises clear and available to FAA, FAA's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

a. Schedule deliveries to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

b. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

C. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weather tight condition throughout construction period. Any damage caused by the contractor’s activities and construction operations shall be repaired immediately. All costs of repairs shall be paid by 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 as the basis for determination of damages caused by the contractor’s operations.

D. Inspection of Site by Contractor: It is strongly urged that the contractor carefully examine the premises to determine the extent of work and the conditions under which it must be done.

E. Government Use and Access to the Premises: The Government reserves the right to enter the construction area at any time for work inspection and for the operation of the facility.

1.5 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. FAA Occupancy: FAA will occupy site during entire construction period. Cooperate with FAA during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate FAA usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with FAA's day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

1. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used

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2. Notify the FAA not less than 10 days in advance of activities that will affect FAA's operations.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Work Restrictions, General: Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets and other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work in the existing building to normal business working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, except as otherwise indicated.

Work in TRACON room shall be from 10:00PM until 6:00AM, Monday through Friday only. Hours of Work resulting in excessive noise, vibration and odors in the TRACON room will be accomplished from 10:00PM until 6:00AM only.

B. Existing Facility Operations: Construction/demolition shall in no way interfere with Air Traffic Control Operations. The TRACON is a 24 hour, seven day a week facility. Extreme care shall be exercised so as not to cause any interference or interruption of service from this facility.

Controller functions are vital to the safety of the flying public. It is absolutely mandatory that the contractor protects FAA personnel and existing FAA communication, electrical and mechanical equipment both inside and outside buildings from damage caused by impact, water, debris, dust or odor. The contractor shall have the overall responsibility for the performance and enforcement of all forms of protection within the TRACON premises against any damages due to work performed under this contract. Any damages incurred, as a result of construction activity during the performance of this contract will be repaired/replaced immediately by the contractor at no cost to the FAA.

Any work or activity that may impact the National Airspace System (NAS), such as work on critical equipment or circuits, will require coordination with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). The COR will prepare and submit a work or activity specific “Risk Assessment” for the facility’s review and approval. This process may take one week to complete. Typically, this type of work or activity is performed from midnight to 05:00 am and/or on weekends.

C. Existing Utility Interruptions: Do not interrupt utilities serving facilities occupied by FAA or others unless permitted under the following conditions and then only after providing temporary utility services according to requirements indicated:

1. Notify FAA not less than 10 days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Obtain FAA's written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

D. Noise, Vibration, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, odors, or other disruption to FAA occupancy with FAA.

1. Notify FAA not less than 10 days in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain FAA's written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

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E. Normal Operation: Provide 30 days notice to COR for activities that interrupt normal operations, including, but not limited to, elevator, stairwell, hallway and exit closure.

F. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

G. Controlled Substances: Use of tobacco products and other controlled substances on the Project site is not permitted.

1.7 PLAN OF ACTION

A. Do not perform any work which will require shutting down any services without an approved Plan of Action.

B. Submit Plan of Action consisting of a written report describing the construction necessary, the utilities, piping or other services that will be affected, the length of time that each service or utili-ty will be disturbed, and the procedures to be employed by the Contractor to carry out the work in a timely manner. Include action to be taken in case of emergencies, and an alternate plan that can be employed in the event that the original schedule cannot otherwise be met. No work will be performed until The Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) has an approved plan.

C. Shutdowns shall be coordinated with the operations of the COR in all circumstances, and shall be scheduled in a manner to create the minimum amount of interference with existing FAA or air-port facility operations. When shutdowns are necessary and have been approved by the COR, employ additional labor and work overtime as necessary to restore the facilities to operation at the earliest possible time at no additional cost to the FAA. Work shall proceed continuously until all service is restored.

1.8 HAZARDOUS MATERIAL AND CERTIFICATION

A. No new materials supplied by the contractor for this construction shall contain asbestos or lead-based products. The contractor shall verify that all materials, including those supplied by third parties, are asbestos free and/or lead-based free materials.

1. The contractor shall provide a signed and notarized document stating that to the best of his/her knowledge, no asbestos containing materials were used during the construction, renovation, and/or modernization of this facility.

2. The contractor shall provide a signed and notarized document stating that to the best of his/her knowledge, only lead-free paints, plumbing materials, flashings and other materials were used during the construction, renovation, and/or modernization of this facility.

3. The contractor shall submit Safety Data Sheets (SDS) with all submittals for review and approval by the Contracting Officer Representative. New materials found to contain asbestos and/or lead-based products will be automatically disapproved. Copies of all SDS sheets shall be provided to the facility FAA personnel for the building records. The contractor shall comply with all health and safety provisions outlined in each SDS and shall follow all OSHA guidelines regarding personnel protection.

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4. If the FAA COR suspects the presence of asbestos or lead-based products in the new materials, the FAA will sample the suspect material to verify that no asbestos containing material or lead-based material were used. If these materials are found to contain asbestos or lead-based products, the cost of the survey and all subsequent removal/replacement of any hazardous materials shall be at the contractors’ expense

1.9 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS FOR FACILITY

A. Ladders, platform, guardrails, etc. shall be OSHA compliant. Provide a fall protection system for use during maintenance of antennas/ communication equipment, lightening and cooling towers on roofs and all elevated surface above 4 feet. Anchor points shall be included if maintenance personnel will have to reach beyond the guardrail/parapet, even if OSHA compliant.

B. The use of potentially hazardous chemicals/materials on the project shall be reported to the COR prior to bringing onto FAA project Site. Contractor shall request and receive prior approval by the RE and SECM/EOSH Coordinator and provide an SDS for each type of material identified.

C. Refer to Section 01 35 29 “Health, Safety, and Emergency Response Procedures” for further safety requirements.

1.10 ACCEPTANCE AND WARRANTIES

A. Upon substantial completion of work the FAA will conduct Contractor Acceptance Inspections (CAI). At the appropriate stage after the CAI, the Work will be considered Substantially Complete, and the FAA will assume occupancy of the Work at a date identified as Beneficial Occupancy Date (BOD). Other Contractor Acceptance Inspections will be conducted prior to partial FAA occupancies. A final inspection, called Joint Acceptance Inspection (JAI), to determine FAA acceptance of the total Work, will then be conducted.

B. The Contractor shall warranty material and equipment furnished by the various manufacturers in writing for period of two (2) years (or not less than the industry standard for the material speci-fied, nor the manufacturer’s standard warranty period, whichever is greater) on building systems, finishes or equipment from the date of final project acceptance by the FAA. Mechanical equip-ment in particular (HVAC equipment,) shall be warranted in writing for a period not less than the manufacturer’s standard warranty period, or as specified in the specific specification sections, from date of final project acceptance by the FAA. The costs of any extended warranties will be included in the contract sum.

1.11 SPECIFICATIONS AND DRAWINGS

A. This Specification identifies all material, labor, and equipment required to perform this work.

All work performed and all materials and equipment used are subject to approval by the Contracting Officer (CO) and/or the Contracting Officers Representative (COR). This shall include, but is not limited to, inspection, scheduling, reporting, and submittals.

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B. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations.

These conventions are as follows:

1. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

2. Specification requirements are to be performed by Contractor unless specifically stated otherwise.

C. Division 1 General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 1 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

D. Drawing Coordination: Requirements for materials and products identified on the Drawings are described in detail in the Specifications. One or more of the following are used on the Drawings to identify materials and products:

1. Terminology: Materials and products are identified by the typical generic terms used in the individual Specifications Sections.

2. Abbreviations: Materials and products are identified by abbreviations published as part of the U.S. National CAD Standard and scheduled on Drawings.

3. Keynoting: Materials and products are identified by reference keynotes referencing Specification Section numbers found in this Project Manual.

E. Titles to divisions and sections of the specifications and notes and titles on drawings referring to subcontractors, division of work by trade, or type of work, are introduced merely for convenience in reading the specifications and drawings and do not imply any separate contractual arrangements of work assignments. Such separations into titled divisions and sections shall not operate to make the Government an arbiter to establish subcontract limits between the contractor and subcontractors, or between the subcontractors themselves.

F. The drawings and specification package all form a part of the construction requirements for this project. The renovation of these systems shall be in accordance with the lines and grades shown on the drawings. The Contractor shall not use dimensions scaled from drawings. All dimensions shown on the drawings shall be field verified by the contractor prior to any modifications and fabrications. Any discrepancies between the drawings and specifications and the existing conditions shall be referred to the CO for adjustment before any work affected is performed. In the event of a difference between the following contract provisions, the order of precedence to determine which provision shall govern is:

1. Contract Clauses and Provisions

2. Project Specifications

3. Project Drawings

Any discrepancies between the contract provisions, the specifications, and the contract drawings shall be referred to the CO for a written determination in accordance with the Contract Clause entitles Order of Precedence.

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1.12 MORATORIUMS AND HOLIDAYS

A. FAA Holiday Moratorium. No work shall be scheduled or take place during the week of and the weekend preceding and following: the Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years holidays.

Only emergency work to restore critical services to the Facility will be considered and a moratorium waiver must be submitted and approved. The moratorium period will not be counted against the contract construction duration of the project.

B. FAA Holidays Observed: The FAA also observes the following official Federal Holidays:

1. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday

2. Washington’s Birthday

3. Memorial Day

4. Independence Day

5. Labor Day

6. Columbus Day

7. Veteran’s Day

If the Contractor thinks that work will be required on any of these holidays, he or she will need to coordinate with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) two weeks in advance. The observance of these holidays will not be counted against the contract construction duration of the project.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 01 14 00

WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Perform administrative job related requirements necessary for the proper conduct of the Work as indicated in this section and to comply with the General Conditions.

1.2 SUBMITTALS

A. Project Safety Program: Provide Project Safety Program for review and approval by the COR.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Materials shall be in accordance with the requirements of the individual sections of these specifications.

2.2 MATERIALS CONTAINING ASBESTOS

A. Materials or products used on this project are to be asbestos free.

2.3 LEAD FREE PAINT, PLUMBING AND FLASHING MATERIALS

A. Only lead free paint, plumbing and flashing materials may be used on this project.

2.4 BUY AMERICA ACT

A. Provide only equipment and materials of United States manufacture on this project.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FIELD MEASUREMENTS

A. Contractor, Installer and sub-contractors are responsible for making complete field measurements. Check all dimensions at the job site for components requiring fit to surrounding conditions. Check shop drawings and indicate the actual dimension available at all locations.

3.2 JOB SAFETY PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS

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A. All on-site work under this Contract shall be performed in compliance with the requirements of all Federal and State Occupational Safety and Health laws and regulations as they apply to construction site activity.

1. Comply with applicable Occupational Safety and Health Standard (29 CFR 1910 and 1926) promulgated pursuant to authority of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970.

2. Comply with any other applicable Federal, State, or local regulations governing workplace safety to the extent that they do not conflict with other clauses of this contract. If a conflict exists between sections of this Contract, the more stringent requirement takes precedence.

3. Take all other proper precautions to protect the safety and health of the Contractor’s employees, Federal Aviation Administration employees, and the public. Provide and maintain barricades, guard rails, covered walkways, lighting devices and other protective devices necessary to warn and protect the workmen and general public from hazards at the construction site.

4. See Section 01 35 29 “Health, Safety, and Emergency Response Procedures” for further details.

B. A minimum of 30 days prior to the start of construction, the Contractor shall submit a preliminary Project Safety Program, and meet with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) to review the preliminary program and to discuss overall project safety requirements.

C. Prior to the start of construction activity, the Contractor shall revise the preliminary Project

Safety Program addressing FAA comments and provide FAA one copy of the final Project Safety Program. This program shall provide an aggressive action system by which hazardous conditions and unsafe practices shall be eliminated during the performance of this Contract. Construction work under this Contract shall not begin until the Project Safety Program has been approved by COR. Approval shall not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for full compliance with all applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.

1. In addition to compliance with applicable statutory and regulatory requirements, the Project

Safety Program shall contain provisions for mandatory safety orientation for every Contractor, subcontractor, and vendor employee assigned or sent to the site. Safety orientation shall cover as a minimum the rules and regulations governing on-site construction activities, special known hazards, accident prevention, emergency procedures, and personal protection equipment requirements. Upon completion of the safety orientation, each attendee will be issued a hard hat sticker. No contractor, subcontractor or vendor employee will be allowed to enter or remain on-site without a hard hat bearing a valid safety orientation sticker.

D. Before construction begins, the Contractor shall appoint a full time Project Safety Director who shall be responsible for execution and enforcement of the Contractor’s approved Project Safety Program for this Contract. The Project Safety Director shall have written authority from the Contractor to stop work to abate hazardous conditions or unsafe practices, and to eject any Contractor, subcontractor, or vendor employee from the project site for failure to comply with safety requirements. The Project Safety Director’s authority, responsibilities, and duties shall be incorporated as part of the written Project Safety Program. The Project Safety Director’s responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to conducting subcontractor pre-construction safety program reviews, conducting the employee safety orientation training, conducting weekly safety meetings, conducting daily site safety inspections, auditing subcontractor safety

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1. The Project Safety Director shall have at least five (5) years specific construction site safety experience, and shall have a full understanding of the applicable Federal and state safety statutes and regulations. The Contractor shall submit the Project Safety Director’s resume for approval. Once approved, the Project Safety Director shall not be reassigned or otherwise removed from the project site without COR approval. Approval will not be granted by the COR until an approved replacement is on-site and an adequate transfer of responsibilities has been affected.

E. The Contractor will maintain an accurate record of exposure data and all incidents performed under this Contract resulting in death, traumatic injury, occupational disease, or damage to property, material, supplies, or equipment. The Contractor must report the exposure data and accidents as prescribed by the COR.

F. All subcontracts and vendor purchase orders related to this project shall contain provisions requiring compliance with the Contractor’s approved Project Safety Program.

G. Refer to Section 01 35 29 “Health, Safety, and Emergency Response Procedures” for further details.

3.3 FIRE PROTECTION

A. Maintain fire extinguishers at construction site in sufficient number to adequately protect the structures during construction. Provide at least one fire extinguisher at each construction office.

Provide at least one fire extinguisher for welders or other trades using open flames in the execution of their work. Maintain “Fire Watch” personnel, with fire extinguisher in hand, during all welding/cutting or other open flame operations on, within, or near existing facility.

B. Maintain the telephone number of the local fire department. Keep number posted conspicuously near telephone.

3.4 DISRUPTION TO SERVICES

A. Construction/Demolition shall in no way interfere with Air Traffic Control Operations. The loss or shut down of existing FAA air traffic control equipment or associated support equipment for any amount of time will jeopardize safety of the flying public and may result in criminal charges against the contractor. Extreme care shall be exercised so as not to cause any interference or interruption of service from this facility.

B. Disruption to existing utilities, piping, or electrical services must be held to a minimum.

Carefully plan work in a manner that such disruptions are coordinated with the COR. All operations which require shut down of some portion of the facilities operation shall be in compliance with other Sections of Division 01.

C. Maintain storm sewers and sanitary sewers in service at all times. In the event that it becomes necessary to disrupt one of the utilities, provide temporary service around the construction or otherwise construct the structure in a manner that the flow is not curtailed.

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3.5 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND POLLUTION CONTROL

A. The Contractor shall perform all work necessary to implement and accomplish a program to prevent environmental pollution during or as a result of construction performed under this contract.

B. Take necessary precautions to prevent contamination of soil or atmosphere by the discharge of noxious substances resulting from construction operations. Provide equipment and personnel and perform emergency measures necessary to contain any spillage. If contamination of the soil does occur, excavate contaminated soil and dispose of at an off-site location in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations. Fill resulting excavations with suitable backfill and compact to the density of the surrounding undisturbed soil.

C. Take measures to prevent dispersal of pollutants into the atmosphere. Do not dump or otherwise discharge noxious, volatile or harmful fluids into drains or sewers.

3.6 HANDLING OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

A. Hazardous material which has been identified and requires removal, encapsulation or other protection shall be performed only by qualified, independent asbestos and/or lead base paint abatement contractor(s) as part of this Contract. Disposal of hazardous material resulting from this work shall be in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local regulations.

3.7 WEATHER PROTECTION

A. Structure: Provide and maintain weather protection with tarpaulins or polyethylene film supported on and secured to temporary framework and scaffolding to protect all parts of the structure and contents from damage by the elements.

B. Wall Openings: Install, maintain and subsequently remove, temporary weather closures, at exterior walls, parapets, columns and roof construction, as required. These closures shall be installed at the conclusion of each working period affecting the wall openings and shall be maintained in weather-tight condition until work is resumed and completed. The weather closures shall be subject to approval and direction of the COR.

3.8 SLEEVES AND EQUIPMENT BASE

A. Furnish and install temporary watertight closures for sleeve openings below grade. Such closures shall remain in place until pipe installation in sleeves is completed and made watertight.

B. Coordinate the sizes, locations, and installation of all sleeves and equipment bases in a time and manner to avoid any hindrance to work of other trades. In the event that sleeves, inserts, and any imbedded items are to be placed in concrete, form required openings in the Work. Any subsequent related cutting and patching will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

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3.9 BLASTING

A. No blasting will be permitted at this site.

3.10 ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

A. Coordinate work in a manner to avoid conflicts or interference between trades. Layout work in advance of installation to ascertain location of various systems and arrangement of ductwork, piping, conduit and equipment. Coordinate work and take action as necessary to avoid conflicts between the work of the various trades. Establish the exact locations of equipment based on actual dimensions of the items furnished.

3.11 INITIAL MAINTENANCE

A. Maintain equipment until the project is turned over to the FAA. Ensure that mechanical equipment is properly greased, oiled, or otherwise cared for as recommended by the manufacturer. Do not operate air handling equipment unless filters are in place and are clean.

Change filters operating air handling equipment weekly during construction/operations. Maintain chemical treatment of water and chillers for duration of work.

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SECTION 01 31 00

PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. This Section includes admnistrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on

Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General project coordination procedures.

2. Conservation.

3. Submittals and Coordination Drawings.

4. Administrative and supervisory personnel.

5. Project meetings.

1.2 COORDINATION

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of the

Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components with other contractors to ensure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Work Affecting Operational Systems: The contractor shall coordinate all work which has any or may have any impact on any operational system within the facility through the COR. The contractor shall immediately cease any work which is adversely impacting the operation of the TRACON and shall immediately repair or restore any portion of the operational system that has been damaged or suffered diminished performance as a result of the contractor's activities.

1. Refer to Section 01 14 00 “Work Restrictions” for further information.

C. If necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) and separate contractors if coordination of their Work is required.

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D. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities and activities of other contractors to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

6. Preinstallation conferences.

7. Project closeout activities.

E. Conservation: Coordinate construction activities to ensure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials.

1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in performance of, but not actually incorporated into, the Work.

F. Local Permits and Coordination: The Contractor will be responsible for obtaining and payment of all building fees, inspection fees, utility connection charges and any other fees or charges which may be incurred in the performance of this contract

G. The contractor shall comply with all local city, county, and state construction codes.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare Coordination Drawings for the Mechanical Room/Electrical

(178), and if limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components or if coordination is required for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities.

1. Indicate relationship of components shown on separate Shop Drawings.

2. Indicate required installation sequences.

3. Refer to Section 23 05 00 "Common Work Results for HVAC”, and Section 26 05 00

"Common Work Results for Electrical" for specific Coordination requirements for mechanical and electrical installations.

B. Staff Names: Within 15 days of starting construction operations, submit a list of principal staff assignments, including superintendent and other personnel in attendance at Project site.

Identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities; list addresses and telephone numbers, including home and office telephone numbers. Provide names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals assigned as standbys in the absence of individuals assigned to Project.

1. Post copies of list in Project meeting room, in temporary field office, and by each temporary telephone.

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C. Utility Service Interruptions: The Project is located at an FAA facility with 24 hour, 7 day a week operation and prohibits any interruption of electrical, natural gas or water services. For minor interruptions in these services, provide not later than 10 calendar days prior to the first planned interruption a utility service interruption plan, followed by confirmed scheduled shut-down notices at least 3 calendar days prior to each interruption.

1.4 ADMINISTRATIVE AND SUPERVISORY PERSONNEL

A. General: In addition to Project superintendent, provide other administrative and supervisory personnel as required for proper performance of the Work.

1. Include special personnel required for coordination of operations with other contractors.

B. Safety and Health Officer: Provide a safety and health officer whose duties shall consist of developing and implementing safety and health programs specified in Section 01 35 29 "Health, Safety and Emergency Procedures."

1.5 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. General: Schedule and conduct meetings and conferences at Project site, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Attendees: Inform participants and others involved, and individuals whose presence is required, of date and time of each meeting. Notify COR of scheduled meeting dates and times.

2. Agenda: Prepare the meeting agenda. Distribute the agenda to all invited attendees.

3. Minutes: Record significant discussions and agreements achieved. Distribute the meeting minutes to everyone concerned, including COR even if he/she did not attend the meeting, within 3 days of the meeting.

B. Preconstruction Conference: Schedule a preconstruction conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to COR and Construction Manager but no later than 10 days prior to the start of construction. Hold the conference at Project site. Conduct the meeting to review responsibilities and personnel assignments.

1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of FAA, Contractor, and its superintendent; major subcontractors and other concerned parties shall attend the conference. All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

a. Tentative construction schedule.

b. Safety and Health Checklist items (Obtain proper form from COR for Reporting).

c. Phasing.

d. Critical work sequencing.

e. Designation of responsible personnel.

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f. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders.

g. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

h. Distribution of the Contract Documents.

i. Submittal procedures.

j. Preparation of Record Documents.

k. Use of the premises.

l. Responsibility for temporary facilities and controls.

m. Parking availability.

n. Office, work, and storage areas.

o. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

p. First aid.

q. Security.

r. Progress cleaning.

s. Working hours.

C. Preinstallation Conferences: Conduct a preinstallation conference at Project site before each construction activity that requires coordination with other construction.

1. Attendees: Installer and representatives of manufacturers (if determined necessary) involved in or affected by the installation and its coordination or integration with other materials and installations that have preceded or will follow, shall attend the meeting.

Advise COR of scheduled meeting dates.

2. Agenda: Review progress of other construction activities and preparations for the particular activity under consideration, including requirements for the following:

a. Contract Documents.

b. Options.

c. Related Change Orders.

d. Purchases.

e. Deliveries.

f. Submittals.

g. Review of mockups.

h. Possible conflicts.

i. Compatibility problems.

j. Time schedules.

k. Weather limitations.

l. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

m. Warranty requirements.

n. Compatibility of materials.

o. Acceptability of substrates.

p. Temporary facilities and controls.

q. Space and access limitations.

r. Regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

s. Testing and inspecting requirements.

t. Required performance results.

u. Protection of construction and personnel.

3. Record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements.

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4. Do not proceed with installation if the conference cannot be successfully concluded.

Initiate whatever actions are necessary to resolve impediments to performance of the Work and reconvene the conference at earliest feasible date.

D. Progress Meetings: Conduct progress meetings at weekly intervals. Coordinate dates of meetings with preparation of payment requests.

1. Attendees: In addition to representatives of the FAA and the Contractor, subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings.

All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to status of Project.

a. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting.

Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to Contractor's Construction Schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

b. Review present and future needs of each entity present, including the following:

1) Interface requirements.

2) Two-Week Look-Ahead Schedule

3) Progress of Work

4) Previous meeting action items/issues

5) Construction Schedule Revisions

6) Sequence of operations.

7) Status of submittals.

8) Deliveries.

9) Off-site fabrication.

10) Access.

11) Site utilization.

12) Temporary facilities and controls.

13) Work hours.

14) Safety concerns/Issues

15) Activity Hazards Analysis Forms (Obtain forms from COR).

16) Progress cleaning.

17) Quality and work standards.

18) Change Orders.

19) Documentation of information for payment requests.

3. Reporting: Distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present and to parties who should have been present. Include a brief summary, in narrative form, of progress since the previous meeting and report.

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a. Schedule Updating: Revise Contractor's Construction Schedule after each progress meeting where revisions to the schedule have been made or recognized.

Issue revised schedule concurrently with the report of each meeting.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

3.1 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Prior to installations, require the installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which work is to be performed.

1. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

2. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

B. Construction in Progress: Keep…