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CONSTRUCTION SPECIFICATION

Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) – Sustainment Project Siding and Windows

Spirit of St. Louis Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) Spirit of St. Louis Airport

Chesterfield, Missouri

Specification No. FAA-CE-1684 Date: October 9, 2008

INTRODUCTION

The following specification and advisements constitute the working portion of the contract between the contractor and the Federal Aviation Administration, an Agency of the United States Government. The Contracting Officer (CO) assigned to this contract shall be the only individual with authority to speak for and contractually bind the FAA.

All communications, authorizations, approvals, changes, modifications, etc. involving this contract shall be through the Contracting Officer. Any action not approved by the Contracting Officer shall not bind the FAA.

FAA-CE-1684

October 9, 2008

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION TITLE PAGE NOS.

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1-1 SUMMARY OF WORK.............................................................................................. 1 – 1/1 1-2 CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS............................................................................. 1 – 2/1 1-3 SUBMITTALS............................................................................................................. 1 – 3/1 1-4 COORDINATION, LOCAL PERMITS, AND TESTING ........................................ 1 – 4/1 1-5 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES .............................................................................. 1 – 5/1 1-6 CONTROLS................................................................................................................. 1 – 6/1 1-7 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT............................................................................. 1 – 7/1 1-8 CLEANING.................................................................................................................. 1 – 8/1 1-9 FINAL INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORK ........................................ 1 – 9/1

DIVISION 2 – 4 NOT USED

DIVISION 5 – METALS

5-1 MISCELLANEOUS METALS................................................................................... 5 – 1/1

DIVISION 6 – NOT USED

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

7-1 FLASHING AND SHEET METAL............................................................................ 7 – 1/1 7-4 SEALANT.................................................................................................................... 7 – 4/1 7-5 VERTICAL STEEL INSULATED SIDING PANELS.............................................. 7 – 5/1

DIVISION 8 – DOORS AND WINDOWS

8-1 GLASS AND GLAZING............................................................................................. 8 – 1/1 8-2 METAL DOORS AND FRAMES .............................................................................. 8 – 2/1 8-3 BUILDERS’ HARDWARE......................................................................................... 8 – 3/1

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

9-1 PAINTING ................................................................................................................... 9 – 1/1

DIVISION 10-16 – NOT USED

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DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1-1 SUMMARY OF WORK

1-1.1 General. - These specifications, together with the referenced specifications, standards, codes and drawings included in the Contract Documents cover the requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration for furnishing all labor, equipment, tools, supplies and materials and their use in connection with the Airport Traffic Control Tower (ATCT) – Sustainment Project, Siding and Windows, Chesterfield, Missouri.

1-1.2 Scope of Work. - The Scope of this project includes, but is not limited to the following:

1. Install new insulated metal siding panels on the exterior of the tower shaft and the vestibule, including new flashing, caulking, etc.

2. Re-locate the lightning down conductors to the outside of the new siding.

3. Install three new shaft windows at locations shown on the drawings.

4. Wet-seal all shaft windows and all cab windows.

5. Reseal all exterior doors. Re-align doors as required.

6. Repaint all exterior previously painted items on the tower shaft (louvers, etc. ) to match the new siding color. Paint the catwalk railing and the exterior doors and frames, inside and out.

7. Other items as specified herein and shown on the contract drawings.

General 1-1.1 General Requirements. -

1-1.1.1 Contracting Officer. The term "Contracting Officer", as used herein, refers to the Contracting Officer. The Contracting Officer may delegate, in writing, certain responsibilities to the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The terms “Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative” (COTR) or “Resident Engineer” (RE) are synonymous with COR and may be used interchangeably in this Specification or in the Plans.

1-1.1.2 Intent of specification. - All plant, labor, material, equipment, supplies and transportation required to perform the work shall be furnished by the Contractor. All material not specifically indicated as furnished by the Government in the Invitation for Bids shall be furnished by the Contractor. All work performed and all materials and equipment used shall be approved by the COR. This shall include, but is not limited to, testing, inspection, scheduling, reporting, and submittals.

1-1.1.3 Titles. - 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 to not imply any separate contractual arrangements or 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 subcontractor themselves.

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1-1.1.4 Applicable documents. - All FAA, military, Federal, industrial, and other standards, specifications, and codes referenced in the following divisions form a part of these specifications and are applicable to the extent specified herein.

1-1.1.5 Verification. - The Contractor shall not use dimensions scaled from drawings. All dimensions shown on the drawings shall be verified by the Contractor by actual measurements in the field. The Contractor shall coordinate any discrepancies encountered in laying out the work with the Contracting Officer's Representative for a determination.

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1-2 CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS

1-2.1 General.-

1-2.1.1 Scope. - This section covers the requirements governing the Contractor's operations during construction. Items such as but not limited to: Site access, site security, staging area, project coordination, safety procedures, and electrical work.

1-2.2 Applicable documents. - None.

1-2.3 Materials. - None.

1-2.4 Execution. -

1-2.4.1 Security. -

1-2.4.1.1 Spirit of St. Louis (SUS) ATCT security. - For performance of work within the Airport Traffic Control Tower facility, the Contractor shall obtain admittance procedures and approval by contacting Mr. Greg Parkes, Air Traffic Manager, at (314) 890-7250 or (314) 852-6916.

Coordinate security with the COR. In addition, the FAA has security requirements, as described elsewhere in the contract documents.

1-2.4.1.1.1 Submittals. - The Contractor shall submit, for approval, a security plan prior to the start of construction activities.

1-2.4.2 Staging area. – Materials for construction shall be stored only off-site or in the parking lot to the west and south of the tower building. The Contractor shall not store materials in other areas of the facility or grounds. If additional storage area is required, it will be at the discretion of and with the approval of Mr. Greg Parkes at the ATCT and the COR.

1-2.4.3 Construction access. - Access for construction related traffic shall be by means of the ATCT parking lot. This lot is in continual use by ATCT personnel, and must remain open at all times. The Contractor shall inform Mr. Greg Parkes and the COR of parking requirements for workers, and will use only parking spaces approved for Contractor use. Parking is limited, and the Contractor shall attempt to keep worker parking to a minimum. The Contractor shall give 24 hour notice of all deliveries to Mr. Greg Parkes and the COR. Access to the ATCT facility shall not be obstructed by deliveries. The Contractor shall repair any damage to the access road, parking lot, or facility due to construction activity or deliveries at Contractor expense.

1-2.4.3.1 Cleaning. - When construction operations allow debris or other deleterious material to fall on the ATCT site or within the facility, immediate and continuous cleanup operations shall be employed until cleanup is completed.

1-2.4.4 Sanitation. -

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1-2.4.4.1 Sanitary facilities. – The Contractor shall provide sanitary facilities for use by Contractor personnel. Sanitary facilities shall be located in the parking area to the northwest of the tower building and shall be kept clean. Exact location of sanitary facilities shall be coordinated with the COR and Mr. Greg Parkes.

1-2.4.4.2 Construction site. - The Contractor shall enforce such regulations in regard to cleanliness and the disposal of garbage and wastes to prevent the inception and spread of contagious and infectious disease and shall provide an ample supply of suitable, pure drinking water. The Contractor shall also take such means as the FAA may direct to effectively prevent the creation of a nuisance of any part of the construction site or adjacent property and streets.

Necessary sanitary conveniences, i.e. chemical toilets, for the use of workers on the project, properly secluded from public observation, shall be installed and maintained by the Contractor and their use shall be strictly enforced.

1-2.4.5 Demolition. - Demolition of existing items shall be as shown on the plans and specified elsewhere in these Specifications. Such items shall be fully coordinated with the COR. All demolished items shall be removed and disposed in accordance with the COR and local requirements. The ATCT facility will remain in full operation during the duration of this demolition/construction project. Disruption to the operation of the facility shall not occur.

Inconvenience to ATCT personnel shall be kept to an absolute minimum.

1-2.4.6 Electrical Work. – Electrical work for this project shall be done in accordance with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and other applicable statutes, ordinances, codes and regulations of governmental authorities having jurisdiction. Twenty four hour notice shall be given to the COR prior to any disruption of any portion of the building power, and an FAA representative shall be present at all times during disruption of power or opening of any power panel.

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1-3 SUBMITTALS

1-3.1 General. -

1-3.1.1 Scope. - This section covers the requirements for submittal of shop drawings, product data, samples, warranties, certificates, test reports, operations/maintenance instructions, parts lists, as-built drawings, and utility survey as required by the Contract Documents.

1-3.1.2 Related requirements. -

Section 1-4: Coordination, Local Permits, and Testing

Section 1-5: Construction Schedules

Section 1-8: Materials and Equipment

Section 1-10: Final Acceptance

1-3.2.1 Definitions. -

1-3.2.1.1 Submittal definition. - The term "submittal" refers to shop drawings, product data, samples, certificates, test reports, procedures, and additional data presented for review and approval.

1-3.3 Procedural requirements for submittals. -

1-3.3.1 Transmittal letter. - Each submittal shall be accompanied by a transmittal letter, CE FORM 4443-2, identifying all of the contents and quantities contained in the submittal with reference to the specification section requiring this submittal. A separate transmittal letter shall be used for all items specified under different specifications sections. Transmittals will not be reviewed if they contain items specified under more than one specification section. Copies of CE FORM 4443-2 may be obtained from the Contracting Officer.

1-3.3.2 Number of copies. - All submittals shall be submitted prepaid and in ample time for approval prior to installation. Three (3) copies of each submittal (or the number of copies required by an individual section) shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer or their designated representative. One copy will be returned to the Contractor. From the one copy returned to the Contractor, the Contractor is required to make any additional copies they require.

Submittals shall be transmitted to the Contracting Officer by the Contractor.

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1-3.3.3 Binding and information required. - Submittal copies shall be neatly bound with sturdy labeled covers. Loose or incomplete copies will be rejected. For each item listed, include manufacturer's name and address, trade name, local supplier's name and address, catalog numbers, complete technical and performance data for machinery and equipment, and all other information to completely describe the items. Furnish supplementary information if required by the Contractor Officer.

1-3.3.4 Time for approval. - All submittals must be approved prior to the incorporation of the materials, equipment or technique they represent, into the work. Time necessary for Government approval or disapproval of samples, certificates, test reports, and shop drawings will normally be thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of the item. All materials installed in the work shall match the approved submittals. After a submittal has been approved, no substitutions will be permitted without written approval by the Contracting Officer.

1-3.3.4.1 Resubmittal requirements. - Submittals requiring resubmittal must be corrected and resubmitted by the Contractor for approval by the Government within fifteen (15) calendar days.

The Government will have an additional thirty (30) days to approve the resubmitted item.

1-3.4 Submittal schedule. - Provide a schedule of submittals within twenty (20) calendar days after contract award showing the dates when all submittals will be submitted for the entire project. Indicate submittal dates and provide space for actual dates.

1-3.5 Submittal requirements.- Submittals shall be checked by the Contractor and coordinated with the work of other trades involved before they are submitted for approval. By this submittal, the Contractor thereby represents that they have determined and verified the following:

(a) Space limitations.

(b) Coordination with equipment furnished under other specification sections.

(c) Catalog numbers and similar data.

(d) Compliance with the requirements set forth in the contract plans and specifications.

1-3.5.1 Incomplete submittal. - Should the Contractor omit items from their submittal, the Contractor is not relieved from furnishing this item, even though submittal is approved by the Government.

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1-3.5.2 Checking submittals. - The Government will mark each submittal "approved as submitted", "approved as noted", "approved as noted, resubmit", or "disapproved". See below for definition of the markings.

1-3.5.2.1 Approved as submitted. - If "approved as submitted" is marked by the Government on the submittal, each copy of the submittal will be identified as having received such approval by being stamped and dated.

1-3.5.2.2 Approved as noted. - If "approved as noted" is marked by the Government on the submittal, the submittal is satisfactory contingent upon the Contractor's acceptance of corrections and/or notations made by the Government. If these corrections and/or notations are accepted, no resubmittal is required.

1-3.5.2.3 Approved as noted; resubmit - If "approved as noted, resubmit" is marked by the Government, the submittal is incomplete and does not contain sufficient information for approval. The submittal shall be revised, corrected, and resubmitted by the Contractor.

1-3.5.2.4 Disapproved. - If "disapproved" is marked by the Government, the submittal does not meet contract requirements or is incomplete and does not contain sufficient information for review. The submittal shall be revised, corrected, and resubmitted by the Contractor.

1-3.5.3 Approval.- The checking, marking, or approval of the submittal by the Government shall not be construed as a complete check, but will indicate only that the general method of construction and detailing is satisfactory. Approval will not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility for any error which may exist and does not relieve the Contractor of the responsibility of removing and replacing any item of work when it is determined at a later date that the item submitted is not in compliance with the drawings and specifications. The Contractor shall be responsible for the dimensions and design of adequate connections, details, and satisfactory construction of all work.

1-3.6 Substitutions. - See requirements in Section 1-8: MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT.

1-3.7 Shop drawings. - As used in this Section, drawings, schedules, diagrams, and other data prepared specifically for this Contractor, by the Contractor, or through the Contractor by way of a subcontractor, manufacturer, supplier, distributor, or other lower tier contractor, to illustrate a portion of the work.

1-3.7.1 Presentation. - Drawings shall be presented in a clear and thorough manner. Details shall be identified by reference to sheet and detail, schedule or room numbers shown on contract drawings.

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1-3.7.2 Contents. - Drawings shall contain the following information:

(a) Date.

(b) Number of the drawing or revision.

(c) Name of project or facility.

(d) Name of Contractor or subcontractor.

(e) Clear identification of contents and location of work.

(f) Quality Control's approval stamp certifying they checked and coordinated the work of other trades.

(g) A 5-inch by 7-inch wide box for the Contracting Officer's use near the lower right corner of each sheet.

1-3.7.3 Verification. - Prior to fabrication of materials, verify all field measurements and submit all shop drawings required by the technical specifications so as not to cause any delay in the work. NO CONSTRUCTION OR INSTALLATION SHALL BE DONE FOR ANY ITEM

REQUIRING SHOP DRAWINGS, UNTIL ALL SHOP DRAWINGS FOR THAT ITEM HAVE

BEEN APPROVED.

1-3.7.4 Equipment clearances. - Do not proceed with any construction that may be affected in any manner by machinery and equipment until submission and approval of shop and erection drawings, schedules, and equipment layouts showing all components with dimensions and necessary clearances.

1-3.7.5 Related work. - In indicating or describing the work and materials for related work in the submittals, the term " by others" is not acceptable. The specific installers and trades to furnish and install such related work shall be clearly noted by name or description; where such name or description is missing, it shall be understood and agreed that the Contractor is to furnish and install such related work.

1-3.8 Product data. - This consists of catalog data such as illustrations, standard schedules, performance, charts, instructions, brochures, diagrams, manufacturer's descriptive literature, catalog data, and other data to illustrate a portion of the work, but not prepared exclusively for this Contract.

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1-3.8.1 Preparation. -

(a) Clearly mark each copy to clearly identify pertinent products or models. Delete information that does not apply.

(b) Show performance characteristics and capacities.

(c) Show dimensions and clearance requirements.

(d) Show wiring or piping diagrams and control

NOTE: IF THE SUBMITTAL IS NOT CLEARLY MARKED BY THE CONTRACTOR

REGARDING THE DATA INDICATED ABOVE, THE SUBMITTAL WILL BE

RETURNED MARKED "DISAPPROVED".

1-3.8.1.1 Manufacturer's Standard Schematic Drawings and Diagrams. -

(a) Modify drawings and diagrams to delete information which is not applicable to the work.

(b) Supplement standard information to provide information specifically applicable to the work.

1-3.8.2 Manufacturer's Instructions. - Where installation of work is required to be in accordance with the product manufacturer's directions, the Contractor shall submit the necessary copies of these directions.

1-3.9 Samples. - Samples are physical examples of products, materials, equipment, assemblies, or workmanship, physically identical to a portion of the work, illustrating a portion of the work or establishing standards for evaluating the appearance of the finished work or both.

1-3.9.1 Quantities. - Unless otherwise specified or directed, submit two (2) samples to the Contracting Officer.

1-3.9.2 Requirements. -

(a) Label or tag each sample or set of samples, identifying the sample's name and quality, manufacturer's name and address, brand name, catalog number, project title, Contractor's name, data, and intended use.

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(b) For items required to be of selected and approved colors, patterns, textures, or other finish requirements, submit sufficient samples to show the range shades, tones, values, patterns, textures, or other features corresponding to the instructions. Submit color samples of field-applied paint materials. When the specifications requires specific sizes and quantities for samples, these sizes and quantities shall be viewed as minimum requirements. If additional or larger items are required for approval, the Contractor shall supply them.

1-3.9.3 Approved samples. - Approved samples may be incorporated in the job where applicable.

Although, the Government does reserve the right to not allow this installation, if in the Government's opinion, the installation of the sample would degrade the ability to inspect future installation of this product.

1-3.10 Warranties/guarantees.- Assemble warranties executed by each of the respective manufacturer's suppliers, and subcontractor into a warranty book, and prepare a Table of Contents, outlining the indexed pages. Two (2) original signed copies of the book are required.

Each item shall contain complete information including the following:

(a) Product or work item.

(b) Firm, with name of principal, address and telephone.

(c) Scope.

(d) Effective dates of warranty

(e) Duration of warranty.

(f) Information for owner's personnel to include proper procedure to evoke the warranty in case of failure, and for instances which might affect the validity of warranty.

(g) Contractor, name of responsible principal, address and telephone number.

1-3.10.1 Effective date. - Warranties shall not be effective until the total contract is accepted by the Government. Total means entire completion of work; substantial completion is not acceptable. The warranty books shall be provided to the Government at the completion of the project.

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1-3.11 Certificates. - Assemble certificates, executed by each of the respective makes, suppliers, and subcontractors. Provide complete information for each item to certify compliance with contract documents:

(a) Product or work item.

(b) Firm with name of principal.

(c) Scope of compliance.

1-3.12 Operations/maintenance instructions and parts list. - Prepare operating and maintenance data as specified in this section and as referenced in other pertinent sections of the specifications for products furnished under contract.

1-3.12.1 Operations/maintenance submittal. - Submit three (3) hard-bound manuals containing copies of manufacturer's literature, technical data, operating and maintenance instruction, service manuals and parts lists applicable to each item of equipment furnished.

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1-4 COORDINATION, LOCAL PERMITS, AND TESTING

1-4.1 General. -

1-4.1.1 Scope. - This specification sets forth the requirements for tests and inspections including permits and approvals and coordination of construction required for the completion of the work.

1-4.2 Project coordination. - The Contractor shall prepare a detailed schedule of work and work layout to resolve conflicts and be responsible for coordination of the work by different trades.

The Contractor shall resolve all coordination conflicts that arise among their subcontractors.

1-4.3 Work hours. - The Contractor shall coordinate through the COR to ensure that construction work does not interfere with facility operations. If an item of work adversely affects air traffic control operations, i.e. paint fumes affecting air traffic controllers, obstructions to controllers’ viewing of the airfield, then this work may have to be done at night during off-peak hours. The ATCT is in operation 18 hours per day, 7 days per week. If this becomes necessary, then the Contractor shall coordinate with the COR at least 24 hours in advance.

1-4.4 Local permits. - The Contractor shall apply, pay fees, and obtain local building permits and inspections as required. Permits shall be posted as required.

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1-5 CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES

1-5.1 Description. - The progress schedule prepared by the Contractor shall consist of a bar chart. The schedule shall consist of detailed activities that make up the Scope of Work for the project. The progress schedule as submitted by the Contractor shall address sequencing of work in detail.

1-5.1.1 Requirements. -

a) Show the order and duration of the activities.

b) Include detailed construction activities, the submittal and approval of materials, samples, and shop drawings, procurement/delivery of major items of material and equipment, fabrication of special materials and equipment, installation and testing of material and equipment, and cost associated with each activity in the schedule.

1-5.1.2 Submittal. - Within 15 days of contract award, the Contractor shall submit a progress schedule. The Contracting Officer may withhold a Notice to Proceed until the schedule is approved.

1-5.2 Approved Schedule. - The approved schedule shall be used by the Contractor for planning, organizing, and directing work, reporting progress, and requesting payment for work accomplished. If the Contractor, thereafter, desires to make changes in the schedule, the Contracting Officer shall be notified in writing, stating the reasons for the change. If the Contracting Officer considers the change to be of a major nature, the Contractor may be required to revise and submit a new construction schedule for approval, without additional cost to the government.

1-5.2.1 Weekly Update. - The Contractor shall meet with the COR at weekly intervals or at other times, as requested by the COR, to discuss the construction progress. If the project is behind schedule and requires a change in the schedule, the Contractor shall submit a revised chart with a description of the delaying factors and their impact, and an explanation of corrective actions taken or proposed.

1-5.2.2 Payment. - The weekly updates shall show the activities or portions of activities completed during the reporting period, and their total value will be the basis for the Contractor's periodic request for payment. Payment will be based on the total value of such activities completed or partially completed after verification by the Contracting Officer.

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1-6 CONTROLS

1-6.1 Scope. - This section describes the general construction control requirements.

1-6.2 Requirements. -

1-6.2.1 Regulations and standards. - Conform to the current (edition in effect at the date of solicitation for bids) following regulations and standards (not listed in order of precedence) :

(a) Federal Specifications.

(b) Current Uniform Building Code (UBC) or current Building Officials and Code

Administrators (BOCA) code, by jurisdiction.

(c) Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

(d) U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Publication EM 385-1-1 (Safety and Health

Requirements Manual).

(e) State Department of Industrial Relations, Construction Safety Orders.

(f) State Administrative Code, Division of Industrial Safety, Safety Orders.

(g) National Electrical Code (NEC).

(h) National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).

(i) Life and Safety Code (NFPA).

(j) State and County Health Department Ordinances.

(k) City and State Fire Marshall Regulations.

(l) American Standards for Testing and Materials (ASTM).

1-6.2.1.1 Applicable codes and standards. - All materials and workmanship shall comply with all applicable State and National codes, specifications, and industry standards, subject to review and approval of the Contracting Officer. All material shall be listed by the Underwriters' Laboratories, Inc., as conforming to its standards and so labeled in every case where such a standard has been established for the particular type of material in question.

1-6.2.2 Division of specifications. - The specifications are divided for convenience into sections as set forth in the Table of Contents. The items of work listed under each section are given for convenience and shall not be construed as a comprehensive list of items necessary to complete the work of any section.

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1-6.2.3 Protection of new and existing work. - The Contractor shall be responsible for the security and protection of the work under construction and of the completed work until the Government has made final acceptance. Particular care shall be exercised to protect all adjoining surfaces, equipment, utility lines, materials, and structures from damage, including damage by fire or water, and by the Contractor's operations. All work shall be performed in a safe manner and in accordance with local fire and safety regulations. Any damage to the work, or materials of others, or to other structures resulting from the Contractor's operations under this contract shall be promptly repaired or replaced at the expense of the Contractor and to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer.

Traffic of any kind across planted lawn and landscaped areas not in the designated construction area shall be prohibited.

Permanent openings used as thoroughfares for the introduction of work and materials to the structure shall have heads, jambs, and sill well blocked and boarded.

1-6.2.4 Overloading structures. - The Contractor shall be responsible to not overload any part of the structures beyond safe calculated carrying capacity by the placing of materials and/or equipment, tools, machinery, or other items thereon.

1-6.2.5 Fire protection.

1-6.2.5.1 Fire precautions and protection. - In addition to the requirements of the drawings and in these Specifications, the Contractor shall take necessary precautions to guard against possible fire hazards and to prevent damage to construction work, building material, equipment, and public and private property. The Contractor shall be responsible for providing, maintaining, and enforcing the following conditions and requirements during the entire construction period.

1-6.2.5.1.1 Fire inspection. - The Contractor shall inspect the entire project at least once a week to make certain that the conditions and requirements are being adhered to.

1-6.2.5.1.2 Extinguisher. - Provide and maintain, during construction, a minimum of two fire extinguisher rated not less than 2-A on site.

1-6.2.5.1.3 Combustible materials. - Oil-soaked rags, paper, and other highly combustible materials shall be stored in closed containers at all times and shall be removed from the site at the close of each day's work, and more often when necessary, and placed in metal containers with tight hinged lids.

1-6.2.5.1.4 Disposal. - Gasoline, benzine, or other combustible materials shall not be poured into sewers, manholes, or traps, but shall be disposed of, together with flammable or waste materials subject to spontaneous combustion.

1-6.2.6 Project safety requirements. - All work performed under this contract, and all equipment, appliances, tools, hoists, scaffolds, and other items used in the work shall conform to all Federal, State and local safety codes and regulations.

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1-6.2.6.1 Construct temporary barricades, walks, passageways, etc., that are necessary to protect persons and property from hazard or damage due to construction operations, and as required by State, or Federal laws, ordinances, or codes. A site safety plan shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer prior to site access. Site safety devices shall be designed and constructed to have sufficient strength and of such materials as will accomplish their protective function.

Provide warning signs, hazard and service lights, etc., as necessary for the protection of persons from injury due to construction operations.

1-6.2.7 Road and premise access control shall be as specified herein.

1-6.2.7.1 Use of thoroughfares. - The Contractor shall make his own investigation of the condition of available public thoroughfares, and of the clearance, restrictions, bridge load limits, and other limitations affecting transportation, and shall not load vehicles beyond the capacity recommended by the manufacturer of the vehicles or prescribed by an applicable State or local law or regulations.

1-6.2.7.2 Street closing. - Contractor will not close any street, or otherwise interfere with traffic around the site, unless arrangements have been made through the Contracting Officer. The work performed in these areas shall be accomplished in accordance with the rules and regulations thus determined.

1-6.2.8 Material restrictions. -

1-6.2.8.1 Asbestos. - The Contractor is expressly forbidden to use materials containing asbestos.

1-6.2.8.2 Lead paints and primers. -The Contractor is expressly forbidden to use any paint or primer containing lead.

1-6.2.8.3 Material Safety Data Sheets. - The Contractor shall submit Material Safety Data Sheets (Department of Labor Form OSHA-174), as prescribed in Federal Standard No. 313, latest edition, for hazardous material five (5) days before delivery of the material, whether or not listed in Appendix A of the Standard. This obligation applies to all materials delivered under this contract which will involve exposure to hazardous materials or items containing these materials.

"Hazardous Materials", as used in this paragraph, is as defined in Federal Standard No. 313, latest edition.

1-6.2.9 Dust control. - Throughout the contract period, the Contractor shall effectively control dust in the working areas and storage areas connected with this project. The Contractor shall take necessary measures to insure that dust from construction does not enter the operational areas of the building.

1-6.2.10 Patching. - Any cutting of finished surfaces or damage thereto occurring in the course of the work shall be patched to match. The phrase "patch to match" shall apply to all such cutting, whether or not it is so noted on the drawings. "Patch to match" shall mean an exact, precise duplication in color, material, texture, alignment and every other respect, so as to render the cutting and patching operation totally indistinguishable. If it is required to replace more of

1-6/4 the existing finish, then cut up to a change in material, corner, etc., this shall be implicit in this section and in the notation "patch to match". Determination of the original work to be patched shall be the responsibility of the Contractor and shall be applied in the patching work to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer, whether or not such materials and methods are described in these specifications.

1-6.2.11 Repair requirements. - The Contractor shall be responsible for all cutting, fitting, patching, and painting required to complete all work of this contract or to:

a) Make parts properly fit.

b) Uncover portions of the work to provide for installation of ill-timed work.

c) Remove and replace work not conforming to requirements.

d) Remove samples of installed work as specified for testing.

e) Provide routine penetrations of nonstructural surfaces for installation of piping, electrical conduit, and duct work.

1-6.2.11.1. - All surfaces, penetrations, and holes resulting from the removal or relocation of any existing or previously installed conduit or equipment or the installation of any new work shall be refinished by patching and painting with similar materials to match the adjacent surfaces.

Surfaces shall be painted to match the adjacent surfaces with the same color and type of paint.

Remove anchors, fasteners, etc., prior to any refinishing.

1-6.3 Site access, construction limits and use of facilities. -

1-6.3.1 Construction limits and access. - The Contractor shall confine operations, activities, storage of materials and employee parking within the designated areas. Access for the construction site shall be kept unobstructed.

1-6.3.1.1 The Contractor shall coordinate with the Contracting Officer, to determine the necessary requirements to gain access to the site, and will perform work as described herein.

1-6.3.1.2 Personnel List. - Upon request from the Contracting Officer, the Contractor shall promptly complete all security forms.

1-6.3.2 Inspection of site by the Contractor. - The Contractor shall carefully examine the premises to determine the extent of work and the conditions under which it must be done.

1-6.3.3 Contractors use of premises. - The Contractor shall assume full responsibility for the protection and safekeeping of products stored on the site. The Contractor and their sub- Contractors shall maintain the job site in a neat and orderly condition. This includes the daily removal of rubbish, waste, tools, equipment and materials not required for the work in progress.

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1-6.3.4 Notification of planned overtime work. - In the event the Contractor intends to work overtime, weekends or holidays, they shall notify the Contracting Officer at least 24 hours in advance of their commencement of the overtime work and 48 hours prior to weekend or holiday work. This overtime is subject to the approval of the Contracting Officer.

1-6.3.5 Tower erection permit.- Construction procedures may require the use of cranes which may pose an airspace hazard. Therefore, the Contractor shall inform the Contracting Officer of height of proposed crane 30 days prior to locating cranes at the site. The Contracting Officer shall supply FAA Form 7460-1, Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration. No crane shall be placed in such a manner as to obstruct the view of the airfield from the tower cab. Crane location shall be approved by the Contracting Officer.

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1-7 MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

1-7.1 Material and equipment incorporated into the work. - This material shall conform to applicable specifications and standards or as specifically approved in writing by the Contracting Officer's Representative. Do not use material or equipment for any purpose other than for which it is designed or specified.

1-7.2 Related requirements. -

Section 1-3: Submittals

1-7.3 Manufactured and Fabricated Product. -

(a) Design, fabricate, and assemble in accordance with the best engineering and shop practices.

(b) Manufacture like parts of duplicate units to standard sizes and gauges, to be interchangeable.

(c) Two or more items of the same kind shall be identical in all respects including material, color, texture, appearance, etc., and also be from the same manufacturer. All products supplied shall be the standard product currently supplied by the manufacturer. The product shall not be altered from the currently manufactured product or made of the manufacturer's optional materials or methods unless specifically approved in writing by the Contracting Officer's Representative and the Project Engineer.

(d) Products shall be suitable for service conditions.

(e) Equipment capacities, sizes, dimensions shown or specified shall be adhered to unless variations are specifically approved in writing.

(f) All products shall be provided in sufficient quantities to complete all work required under this contract so that two or more items of the same kind are identical. If the product manufacturer changes their product design and the Contractor did not supply sufficient quantities of the product to complete the installation prior to the product design change, the Contractor shall submit the new product for approval. If the submittal of the product design changes is approved, the Contractor, at the Contractor’s expense, shall remove the portions of the original product installed and replace it with the product of the manufacturer's design change so that all parts of the installation are identical as required above.

1-7.4 Manufacturer's instructions. - When the contract documents require that the installation of work shall comply with the manufacturer's printed instructions, the Contractor shall obtain and distribute copies of such instructions to parties involved in the installation, including two (2) copies to the Contracting Officer's Representative. The Contractor shall maintain one set of complete instructions at the job site during installation and until completion.

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1-7.4.1 Use of instructions. - Handle, install, connect, clean, condition and adjust products in strict accordance with such instructions and in conformity with specified requirements. 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.

1-7.5 Differing conditions. - Should job conditions or specified requirements conflict with manufacturer's instructions, consult with Contracting Officer's Representative for further instructions. Do not proceed with work without approval of the Contracting Officer's Representative.

1-7.6 Transporting and handling. -

1-7.6.1 Deliveries. - Arrange deliveries of products in accordance with construction schedules, coordinate to avoid conflict with work and conditions at the site. The Contractor shall be on site to receive all deliveries.

1-7.6.2 Inspection. - Immediately on delivery, inspect shipments to assure compliance with the requirements of the contract documents and approved submittals, and that products are properly protected and undamaged in the manufacturer's original container with identifying labels intact and legible.

1-7.6.3 Unloading and moving. - Provide equipment and personnel to handle products by methods to prevent soiling or damage to products or packing.

1-7.7 Storage. - Store products in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, with seals and labels intact and legible. Store products subject to damage by the elements in weathertight enclosures. Maintain temperature and humidity within the ranges required by the manufacturer's instructions.

1-7.7.1 Inspection. - Arrange storage in a manner to provide easy access for inspection. Make periodic inspections of stored products to assure that products are maintained under specified conditions, and free from damage or deterioration.

1-7.8 Substitutions. - Submit each substitution request separately, supported with the following information:

(a) Complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with requirements stated in contract documents to include product identification, including manufacturer's name and address; manufacturer's literature identifying product description, reference standards, the necessary scale drawings, wiring and control diagrams, performance and test dates; samples, as applicable; names and addresses of similar projects where product has been used, and date of installation.

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(b) Itemized comparison of proposed substitution with product specified, listing any significant variations.

(c) Data relating to changes in construction schedule.

(d) List of changes required in other work or products.

(e) Accurate cost data comparing proposed substitution with product specified including any net change to contract sum.

(f) Designation of required license fees or royalties.

(g) Designation of availability of maintenance services, and sources of replacement materials.

1-7.8.1 Formal request. - Substitutions will not be considered for acceptance if:

(a) Formal request is not submitted from the Contractor. No request will be considered if it is directly from a subcontractor or supplier.

(b) They are indicated or implied on shop drawings or product data submittals without a formal request for substitution from the Contractor.

(c) If acceptance will require substantial revision of contract documents.

1-7.8.2 Request for substitution.- In making a formal request for substitution, the Contractor represents that:

(a) They have investigated the proposed product and have determined that is equal to or superior in all respects to that specified.

(b) They will provide the same warranties or bonds for substitutions as for product specified.

(c) They have determined and verified all field measurements, field construction criteria, and space limitations.

(d) They will coordinate installation of accepted substitution into work to be complete in all aspects.

(e) They have coordinated installation of accepted substitution into work to be complete in all aspects.

(f) They waive claims for additional costs caused by substitution which may subsequently become apparent.

(g) Cost data is complete and includes related costs under their contract.

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1-7.8.3 Approval. - Do not order or install substitute products without written acceptance from the Contractor Officer. In those instances where the Contractor submits for approval, material of higher quality than that specified, the approval of such material by the Contracting Officer shall not obligate the Government to pay any additional costs which may be associated with furnishing and installing the substitute material.

1-7.9 Warranty. - The Contractor shall guarantee all materials and workmanship under their contract against defects or incorrect installation for a period of one (1) year after completion except as specified otherwise by the Plans, Specifications, or manufacturer. Repair or replacement of any defective materials, correction of faulty workmanship, or correction of any items not in accordance with the contract documents shall be made at the Contractor's expense.

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1-8 CLEANING

1-8.1 Requirements included. -

(a) Execute cleaning during the progress or work.

(b) Execute cleaning for final inspection.

(c) Execute cleaning at completion of the work.

1-8.2 Related requirements. -

Section 1-8 Material and Equipment

Section 1-10 Final Inspection and Acceptance of Work

1-8.3 Disposal requirements. - Contractor shall conduct cleaning and disposal operations to comply with codes, ordinances, regulations, and anti-pollution laws.

1-8.3.1 Products. - Contractor shall only use cleaning materials which will not create hazards to health or property and which will not damage the surfaces to be cleaned. Cleaning materials and methods shall be the type as recommended by the manufacturer of the surface to be cleaned.

1-8.4 Periodic cleaning. -

(a) Site and street cleaning shall be in accordance with the Section 1-2:

CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS. The Contractor shall use any precautions and procedures necessary to prevent tracking dirt and debris on public drives or streets. Interior, operational areas of the building shall be kept clean.

(b) On-site containers for the collection of waste materials, debris and rubbish shall be provided by the Contractor.

(c) All construction debris shall be promptly removed from the site and shall be stored in covered dumpsters or trucks at all times when on site. Trash and debris resulting from the construction of this project shall not be allowed to be carried by wind outside of the construction area. Loose debris resulting from this project shall be picked up on a daily basis.

(d) Debris and dirt shall be prevented from entering storm sewers throughout the project.

1-8.5 Dust control. -

(a) A dust control plan shall be prepared by the Contractor with three (3) copies of the plan given to the Contracting Officer's Representative.

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1-8.6 Final cleaning. -

(a) Employ skilled workmen for final cleaning.

(b) Remove grease, mastic, adhesive, dust, dirt, stains, fingerprints, labels, and other foreign materials from visible exterior surfaces.

(c) Polish glossy surfaces to a clear shine.

(d) Prior to final completion, or owner occupancy, Contractor shall conduct an inspection of all work areas to verify that the entire work is clean.

1-8.7 Debris control. - All areas under the Contractor's control shall be maintained free of extraneous debris. The Contractor shall initiate and maintain a specific program to prevent accumulation of debris at the construction site, storage and parking areas, or along access roads.

All of the Contractor's debris, including that created from demolition, shall be disposed of off site.

Periodic collections and disposal of debris shall be scheduled with additional collection and disposal of debris provided whenever the periodic schedule is inadequate to prevent accumulation. Overloading of trucks carrying disposal shall be prohibited. Rubbish transportation shall conform to local and/or state requirements.

Periodic inspections shall be provided to enforce requirements.

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1-9 FINAL INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE OF WORK

1-9.1 General. -

1-9.1.1 Certificate of completion. - When the Contractor considers the work is complete, they shall submit written certification that:

(a) Contract documents have been reviewed.

(b) Work has been inspected for compliance with contract.

(c) Equipment and Systems have been tested in the presence of the Contracting Officer and are operational, and required test and balance reports have been submitted and approved.

(d) Required instruction of maintenance of personnel has been done.

(e) Work is completed, premises cleaned and ready for inspection.

(f) Operation/maintenance, warranties, and other manuals required in the various sections of these specifications have been prepared.

1-9.1.2 Final inspection. - The Contracting Officer's Representative will schedule the final inspection upon approval and endorsement of the Contractor's certificate of completion. This certificate shall also bear the Quality Control System Manager's Stamp of Approval.

1-9.1.3 Punch list. - The Contracting Officer will furnish the Contractor with a listing of discrepancies in the work, material, and equipment noted during the final inspection.

1-9.1.4 Acceptance of work. - The Contractor shall correct…