Exhibit 2 - Project Specifications 12.07.2023 Part 1.pdf

Tower Pinkster Titus Associates, Inc.

242 East Kalamazoo Avenue, Suite 200, Kalamazoo, MI 49007-5828

4 East Fulton Street, Suite200, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

ATHENS EAST LEROY ELEMENTARY

MECHANICAL UPGRADE

PROJECT MANUAL

DECEMBER 7, 2023

OWNER

ATHENS AREA SCHOOLS

4320 K DRIVE SOUTH

EAST LEROY, MI 49051

PROJECT NUMBER

Architect’s Project No. 22186.10

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PROJECT NO. 22186.10 TABLE OF CONTENTS

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ATHENS AREA SCHOOLS DECEMBER 7, 2023

[Copyright] 2023 Tower Pinkster Titus Associates - All Rights Reserved

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Refer to Construction Manager’s Project Manual issued by <Construction Manager> for additional procurement, contracting, and general requirements

COVER & TABLE OF CONTENTS

00 0101 TP Cover Page 00 0110 - TP Table of Contents - Volume 1

DIVISION 00 — PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

00 6323 - CADD FILE TRANSFER WAIVER

00 6324 - BIM TRANSFER WAIVER

00 6325 - SUBSTITUTION DURING CONSTRUCTION REQUEST FORM

00 7200 - GENERAL CONDITIONS

00 7300 - SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

DIVISION 01 — GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 2300 - ALTERNATES

01 2500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

01 2600 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

01 2900 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

01 3100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

01 3300 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 4000 - QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

01 4200 - REFERENCES

01 6000 - PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

01 7300 - EXECUTION

01 7700 - CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

01 7823 - OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA

01 7839 - PROJECT RECORD DOCUMENTS

01 7900 - DEMONSTRATION AND TRAINING

DIVISION 02 — EXISTING CONDITIONS

02 4119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

DIVISION 03 — CONCRETE

03 3000 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE sf1

DIVISION 04 — MASONRY

04 2200 - CONCRETE UNIT MASONRY sf0

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DIVISION 05 — METALS

05 4000 - COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING sf0

05 5000 - METAL FABRICATIONS

05 7500 - DECORATIVE FORMED METAL

DIVISION 06 — WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 1000 - ROUGH CARPENTRY sf0 06 1600 - SHEATHING sf0

DIVISION 07 — THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 0150.19 - PREPARATION FOR REROOFING

07 5323 - ETHYLENE-PROPYLENE-DIENE-MONOMER (EPDM) ROOFING sf0

07 7100 - ROOF SPECIALTIES

07 8413 - PENETRATION FIRESTOPPING

07 8443 - JOINT FIRESTOPPING

07 9200 - JOINT SEALANTS sf0

DIVISION 08 — OPENINGS

08 1113 - HOLLOW METAL DOORS AND FRAMES sf0

08 7100 - DOOR HARDWARE

DIVISION 09 — FINISHES

09 2900 - GYPSUM BOARD

09 9123 - INTERIOR PAINTING

DIVISION 22 — PLUMBING

22 1119 - DOMESTIC WATER PIPING SPECIALTIES

DIVISION 23 — HEATING VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 0500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

23 0513 - COMMON MOTOR REQUIREMENTS FOR HVAC EQUIPMENT

23 0516 - EXPANSION FITTINGS AND LOOPS FOR HVAC PIPING

23 0519 - METERS AND GAGES FOR HVAC PIPING

23 0523 - GENERAL DUTY VALVES FOR HVAC PIPING

23 0529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 0553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR HVAC PIPING AND EQUIPMENT

23 0593 - TESTING, ADJUSTING, AND BALANCING FOR HVAC

23 0700 - HVAC INSULATION

23 0800 - MINIMUM COMMISSIONING OF HVAC

23 0900 - INSTRUMENTATION AND CONTROL FOR HVAC

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23 1123 - FACILITY NATURAL GAS PIPING

23 2113 - HYDRONIC PIPING

23 2123 - HYDRONIC PUMPS

23 2500 - HVAC WATER TREATMENT

23 3113 - METAL DUCTS

23 3115 - HVAC AIR-DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM CLEANING

23 3300 - AIR DUCT ACCESSORIES

23 3713 - DIFFUSERS, REGISTERS, AND GRILLES

23 3723 - HVAC GRAVITY VENTILATORS

23 5216 - CONDENSING BOILERS (Knight XL)

23 8113 - PACKAGED TERMINAL AIR-CONDITIONERS

23 8223 - UNIT VENTILATORS

23 8233 - CONVECTORS

23 8239 - UNIT HEATERS

DIVISION 26 — ELECTRICAL

26 0500 - COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR ELECTRICAL

26 0519 - LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CONDUCTORS AND CABLES

26 0526 - GROUNDING AND BONDING FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0529 - HANGERS AND SUPPORTS FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0533 - RACEWAYS AND BOXES FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 0544 - SLEEVES AND SLEEVE SEALS FOR ELECTRICAL RACEWAYS AND CABLING

26 0553 - IDENTIFICATION FOR ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS

26 2416 - PANELBOARDS

26 2726 - WIRING DEVICES

26 2813 - FUSES

26 2913 - ENCLOSED CONTROLLERS

26 2923 - VARIABLE FREQUENCY MOTOR CONTROLLERS

DIVISION 28 — ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 3100 - FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 CADD FILE TRANSFER WAIVER

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SECTION 00 6323 - CADD FILE TRANSFER WAIVER

A. At your request, TowerPinkster will provide CADD files to your organization for your convenience and use in the preparation of shop drawings related to the above project, subject to the following terms and conditions:

1. Our electronic files are compatible with AutoCAD 2016 and newer software. We make no representation as to the compatibility of these files with your hardware or your software beyond the specified release of the referenced specifications.

2. Data contained on these electronic files are part of our instruments of service and shall not be used by you or anyone else receiving this data through or from you for any purpose other than as a convenience in the preparation of shop drawings for the referenced project. Any other use or reuse by you or by others will be at your sole risk and without liability or legal exposure to TowerPinkster. You agree to make no claim and hereby waive, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any claim or cause of action of any nature against us, our officers, directors, employees, agents or subsonsultants that may arise out of or in connection with your use of the electronic files.

3. Furthermore, you shall, to the fullest extent permitted by law, indemnify and hold us harmless against all damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and defense costs, arising out of or resulting from your use of these electronic files.

4. These electronic files are not construction documents. Differences may exist between these electronic files and corresponding hard-copy construction documents. We make no representation regarding the accuracy or completeness of the electronic files you receive. In the event that a conflict arises between the hard-copy construction documents prepared by us and the electronic files, the hard-copy construction documents shall govern. You are responsible for determining if any conflict exists. By your use of these electronic files, you are not relieved of your duty to fully comply with the contract documents, including, and without limitation, the need to check, confirm and coordinate all dimensions and details, take field measurements, verify field conditions and coordinate your work with that of other contractors for the project.

5. Because information presented on the electronic files can be modified, unintentionally or otherwise, we reserve the right to remove all indicia of ownership and/or involvement from each electronic display.

B. We will furnish you with electronic files of the following drawing sheets:

C. ____________________________________________________________________________________

D. AutoCad Version requested:

E. Architect’s copyright protected CAD drawings are available strictly for the use of preparing shop drawings.

Architect will email files upon receipt this form, fully executed.

F. Under no circumstances shall delivery of the electronic files for use by you be deemed a sale by us, and we make no warranties, either express or implied, or merchantability and fitness for any particular purpose. In no event shall we be liable for any loss or profit or any consequential damages as a result of your use or reuse of these electronic files.

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 CADD FILE TRANSFER WAIVER

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1.2 REQUESTER’S STATEMENT

A. I have reviewed the terms of this request and am in agreement with the conditions stated.

B. ________________________________________________________

C. Requester’s signature

END OF DOCUMENT 00 6325

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 BIM TRANSFER WAIVER

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SECTION 00 6324 - BIM TRANSFER WAIVER

INTENT

A. This document amends and supplements the Digital Data Licensing Agreement AIA C106 - 2013 for requests for BIM Model from the Architect. All provisions which are not so amended or supplemented remain in full force and effect.

B. At the request of the Contractor, subcontractor, lower-tier subcontractor, or material supplier, and receipt of signed copy of Digital Data Licensing Agreement AIA C106, the Architect will transmit or send BIM model(s) requested.

C. MODIFICATIONS TO AIA C106

D. ARTICLE 3 – LICENSE CONDITIONS

E. Add the following clauses after the first sentence in Article 3:

1. We make no representation as to the compatibility of these files with your hardware or your software beyond the specified release of the referenced specifications.

2. Data contained on these electronic files are part of our instruments of service and shall not be used by you or anyone else receiving this data through or from you for any purpose other than as a convenience in the support of construction coordination for the referenced project. Any other use or reuse by you or by others will be at your sole risk and without liability or legal exposure to Tower Pinkster Titus Associates. You agree to make no claim and hereby waive, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any claim or cause of action of any nature against us, our officers, directors, employees, agents or subconsultants that may arise out of or in connection with your use of the electronic files.

3. Furthermore, you shall, to the fullest extent permitted by law, indemnify and hold us harmless against all damages, liabilities or costs, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and defense costs, arising out of or resulting from your use of these electronic files.

4. These electronic files are not construction documents. Differences may exist between these electronic files and corresponding hard-copy construction documents. We make no representation regarding the accuracy or completeness of the electronic files you receive. In the event that a conflict arises between the hard-copy construction documents prepared by us and the electronic files, the hard-copy construction documents shall govern. You are responsible for determining if any conflict exists. By your use of these electronic files, you are not relieved of your duty to fully comply with the contract documents, including, and without limitation, the need to check, confirm and coordinate all dimensions and details, take field measurements, verify field conditions and coordinate your work with that of other contractors for the project.

5. Because information presented on the electronic files can be modified, unintentionally or otherwise, we reserve the right to remove all indicia of ownership and/or involvement from each electronic display.

END OF DOCUMENT 00 6324

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 SUBSTITUTION DURING CONSTRUCTION REQUEST FORM

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SECTION 00 6325 - SUBSTITUTION DURING CONSTRUCTION REQUEST FORM

1.1 INTRODUCTORY INFORMATION

A. Date: _________________________

B. Requesting substitution of _______________________________________________

C. As specified in Section ___________________

D. Requested Substitute Product: ______________________________________________

1.2 SUBMITTING PARTY’S STATEMENT

A. Circle “Y” for yes and “N” for no for each of the following statements and submit supporting data. Indicate impact for all statements below answered as no, with supporting data:

1. [Y] [N] Requested substitution offers Owner a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional responsibilities Owner must assume. Owner's additional responsibilities may include compensation to Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by Owner, and similar considerations.

2. [Y] [N] Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

3. [Y] [N] Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

4. [Y] [N] Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted in accordance with

“Product Substitution” and “Submittals” Articles in Division 01 Section “Product Requirements.”

5. [Y] [N] Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's Construction Schedule.

6. [Y] [N] Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

7. [Y] [N] Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

8. [Y] [N] Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

9. [Y] [N] Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

B. I hereby certify that the above statements are true.

C. ________________________________________________________

D. Submitter’s signature

1.3 CONTRACTOR’S STATEMENT

A. I have reviewed this substitution request and am in agreement with the information presented and statements made. This proposal is complete, and there will be no further charges to the Owner as a result of the acceptance of this substitution.

B. ________________________________________________________

C. Contractor’s signature

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 SUBSTITUTION DURING CONSTRUCTION REQUEST FORM

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END OF DOCUMENT 00 6325

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 GENERAL CONDITIONS

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SECTION 00 7200 - GENERAL CONDITIONS

1.1 FORM OF GENERAL CONDITIONS

A. AIA Document A201, General Conditions of the Contract for Construction, 2007 Edition, is the General Conditions between the Owner and Contractor.

B. Refer to this document for pertinent information. Failure to consult this document shall not relieve the contractor of his obligations therein. Copies of this document may be viewed at the office of the Architect, and may be purchased at the following location:

a. AIA Michigan

b. 4219 Woodward Avenue

c. Detroit, MI 48201

d. (313) 965-4100

1.2 SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

A. Refer to Document 00 7300 for amendments to these General Conditions.

END OF DOCUMENT 00 7200

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

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SECTION 00 7300 - SUPPLEMENTARY CONDITIONS

INTENT

1.1 These Supplementary Conditions amend and supplement the General Conditions AIA A201 - 2007 defined in Document 00 7200 and other provisions of the Contract Documents as indicated below. All provisions which are not so amended or supplemented remain in full force and effect.

1.2 The terms used in these Supplementary Conditions which are defined in the General Conditions have the meanings assigned to them in the General Conditions.

A. MODIFICATIONS TO AIA A 201

B. ARTICLE 1 – GENERAL PROVISIONS

1.3 1.1 BASIC DEFINITIONS

1.4 Make the following changes to subparagraph 1.1.1:

A. 1.1.1 In the first sentence, replace the phrase "Conditions of the Contract" with the phrase "Contracting Requirements."

1.5 Add the following paragraph 1.1.9:

A. 1.1.9 The Project Manual is a volume assembled for the Work which may include Procurement Requirements, Contracting Requirements, and Specifications.

1.6 1.2 CORRELATION AND INTENT OF THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

1.7 Add the following clause to Subparagraph1.2.1

1. .1 Indicated results shall include those that can be reasonably inferred from the Contract Documents, whether expressly stated or not.

1.8 Add the following subparagraph to Paragraph 1.2:

A. 1.2.4: In the case of an inconsistency between Drawings and Specifications, or within either Document not clarified by addendum, the better quality or greater quantity of Work shall be provided in accordance with the Architect's interpretation.

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B. ARTICLE 3 – CONTRACTOR

1.9 3.4 LABOR AND MATERIALS

1.10 Add the following subparagraphs to Paragraph 3.4:

A. 3.4.4: After the Contract has been executed, the Owner and the Architect will consider a formal request for the substitution of products in place of those specified only under the conditions set forth in the General Requirements of the Specifications (Division 01).

B. 3.4.5: By making requests for substitutions based on Subparagraph 3.4.4 above, the Contractor:

1. .1 represents that the Contractor has personally investigated the proposed substitute product and determined that it is equal or superior in all respects to that specified;

2. .2 represents that the Contractor will provide the same warranty for the substitution that the Contractor would for that specified;

3. .3 certifies that the cost data presented is complete and includes all related costs under this Contract but excludes costs under separate Contracts, and excludes the Architect's redesign costs, and waives all claims for additional costs related to the substitution which subsequently become apparent; and

4. .4 will coordinate the installation of the accepted substitute, making such changes as may be required for the Work to be complete in all respects.

C. 3.4.6: Not later than 30 days from the Contract Date, the Contractor shall provide a list showing the name of the manufacturer proposed to be used for each of the principle products called for in the Specifications, and where applicable, the name of the installing Subcontractor.

1. .1 The Architect will promptly reply in writing to the Contractor stating whether the Owner or the Architect, after due investigation, has reasonable objection to any such proposal. If adequate data on any proposed manufacturer or installer is not available, the Architect may state that action will be deferred until the Contractor provides further data. Failure of the Owner or the Architect to reply promptly shall constitute notice of no reasonable objection. Failure to object to a manufacturer shall not constitute a waiver of any of the requirements of the Contract Documents, and all products furnished by the listed manufacturer must conform to such requirements.

D. 3.4.7: The Owner’s cost for Architect’s services, at Architect’s normal billing rates, for review of substitution requests shall be deducted from the Contract Amount regardless of Architect’s recommendation of acceptance or rejection of the substitution.

1.11 3.6 TAXES

1.12 Add the following subparagraph to Paragraph 3.6:

A. 3.6.2: The Owner is a nonprofit corporation and therefore is exempt from State Sales and Use Tax and Federal Excise Taxes. However, the Contractor is responsible for the payment of any tax obligation it may incur in connection with the Work of this Project.

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1.13 3.12 SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA, AND SAMPLES

A. Add the following subparagraph 3.12.11 to Paragraph 3.12:

B. 3.12.11: The Architect’s review of Contractor’s submittals will be limited to examination of an initial submittal and one (1) resubmittal. The Owner is entitled to obtain reimbursement from the Contractor for amounts paid to the Architect for evaluation of additional resubmittals.

1.14 3.18 INDEMNIFICATION

1.15 Make the following changes in Subparagraph 3.18.1:

A. 3.18.1: In the first sentence, after the words ". . . or resulting from", insert the words "or in connection with".

After the words "damage, loss or expense is", delete the phrase beginning with "attributable to . . ." and ending with ". . . regardless of whether or not such claim, damage, loss or expense is". In the second sentence, after the words ". . . of indemnity", insert the words "or contribution".

1.16 Add the following subparagraphs to Paragraph 3.18:

A. 3.18.3 "Claims, damages, losses and expenses" as these words are used in this agreement shall be construed to include, but not be limited to (1) injury or damage consequent upon the failure of or use or misuse by the Contractor, his subcontractors, agents, servants or employees, of any hoist, rigging, blocking, scaffolding, or any and all other kinds of items of equipment, whether or not the same be owned, furnished or loaned by the Owner; and (2) all attorney's fees and costs incurred in bringing an action to enforce the provisions of this indemnity or any other indemnity contained in the General Conditions, as modified by the Supplementary Conditions.

B. 3.18.4: Only to the extent prohibited by law, the obligations of the Contractor under this agreement shall not extend to the liability of the Owner, Architect, their agents or employees, arising out of their negligence.

C. ARTICLE 4 – ARCHITECT

1.17 4.1 GENERAL

1.18 Add the following clause to subparagraph 4.1.1:

1. .1: The terms Architect and Architect/Engineer as defined here and used in the Contract Documents shall mean Tower Pinkster Titus Associates, Inc.

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1.19 4.2 ADMINISTRATION OF THE CONTRACT

1.20 Add the following clause 4.2.2.1 to subparagraph 4.2.2:

1. .1 The Owner’s cost for Architect’s services, at Architect’s normal billing rates, for amounts paid to the Architect for site visits made necessary by the fault of the Contractor or by defects and deficiencies in the Work.

B. Add the following clause 4.2.7.1 to subparagraph 4.2.7

1. .1 In no case will the Architect’s review period on any submittal be less than 14 days after receipt of the submittal from the Contractor.

1.21 Add the following clause 4.2.14.1 to subparagraph 4.2.14:

1. .1 The Owner’s cost for Architect’s services, at Architect’s normal billing rates, in responding to requests of the Contractor shall be deducted from the Contract Amount if the intent of the documents is clear in the opinion of the Architect, or if the request for information contains a request for substitution.

B. ARTICLE 7 – CHANGES IN THE WORK

1.22 7.2 CHANGE ORDERS

1.23 Add the following Subparagraph 7.2.2:

A. 7.2.2: Adjustments to the Contract Sum shall be based on the Contractor's direct cost plus overhead and profit.

B. 7.2.3: Contractor's direct cost shall be determined in accordance with Subparagraph 7.3.6.

1. .1: All proposals, except those so minor that their propriety can be seen by inspection, shall be accompanied by a complete itemization of costs including labor, materials and Subcontracts.

Where major cost items are Subcontracts, they shall be itemized also. In no case will a change involving more than $100.00 be approved without such itemization.

C. 7.2.4: Combined overhead and profit included in the total cost to the Owner shall be based on the following schedule:

1. .1: For the Contractor, for Work performed by the Contractor's own forces, 15 percent of the cost.

2. .2: For the Contractor, for Work performed by the Contractor's Subcontractor, 5 percent of the amount due to the Subcontractor.

3. .3: For each Subcontractor or Sub-subcontractor involved, for Work performed by that

Subcontractor or Sub-subcontractor's own forces, 15 percent of the cost.

4. .4: For each Subcontractor, for Work performed by the Subcontractor's Sub-subcontractor's, 5 percent of the amount due to the Sub subcontractor.

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D. ARTICLE 9 – PAYMENTS AND COMPLETION

1.24 9.3 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

1.25 Add the following Clauses 9.3.1.3 and 9.3.1.4 to Subparagraph 9.3.1 of 9.3:

A. ARTICLE 11 – INSURANCE AND BONDS

1.26 11.1 CONTRACTOR'S LIABILITY INSURANCE

1.27 Add the following Clauses 11.1.1.9 and 11.1.1.10 to 11.1.1:

1. .9 Liability Insurance shall include all major divisions of coverage and be on a comprehensive basis including:

a. A. Premises Operations (including X, C, and U coverages as applicable).

b. B. Independent Contractor Protective.

c. C. Products and Completed Operations.

d. D. Personal Injury.

e. E. Contractual, including specified provision for Contractor's obligation under Par. 3.18.

f. F. Owned, non-owned and hired motor vehicles.

g. G. Broad Form Property Damage including Completed Operations.

2. .10 If the General Liability coverages are provided by a Commercial General Liability Policy on a claims-made basis, the policy date or Retroactive Date shall predate the Contract; the termination date of the policy or applicable extended reporting period shall be no earlier than the termination date of coverage required to be maintained after final payment, certified in accordance with Subparagraph 9.10.2.

1.28 Add the following Clause 11.1.2.1 to 11.1.2:

1. .1 The insurance required by Subparagraph 11.1.1 shall be written for not less than the amounts indicated in the Construction Manager’s Project Manual, or greater if required by law.

1.29 11.3 PROPERTY INSURANCE

1.30 Delete Clause 11.3.1.4 and substitute the following:

1. .4 The Contractor shall provide insurance coverage for portions of the Work stored off the site or in transit, after written approval of the Owner, at the value established in the approval when such portions of the Work are included in an Application for Payment under Subparagraph 9.3.2.

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1.31 11.4 PERFORMANCE BOND AND PAYMENT BOND

1.32 Add the following Subparagraph 11.4.3:

A. 11.4.3: The bond value requirements are as follows:

1. .1 Provide a 100 percent Performance Bond on AIA A312.

2. .2 Provide a 100 percent Payment Bond on AIA A312.

3. .3 Deliver bonds within 3 days after execution of the Contract.

1.33 Add the following Article 16:

A. ARTICLE 16 – EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

1.34 16.1 CONTRACTOR'S EMPLOYMENT POLICY

A. 16.1.1 The Contractor shall maintain policies of employment as follows:

1. .1 The Contractor and its sub-contractors shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment with respect to hire, tenure, terms, conditions or privileges or employment, or any matter directly or indirectly related to employment, because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or age. Breach of this covenant will be regarded as a material breach of the Contract.

2. .2 The Contractor and all Subcontractors shall in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by them or on their behalf, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or age.

END OF DOCUMENT 00 7300

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 ALTERNATES

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SECTION 01 2300 - ALTERNATES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for alternates.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Alternate: An amount proposed by bidders and stated on the Bid Form for certain work defined in the bidding requirements that may be added to or deducted from the base bid amount if the Owner decides to accept a corresponding change either in the amount of construction to be completed or in the products, materials, equipment, systems, or installation methods described in the Contract Documents.

1. Alternates described in this Section are part of the Work only if enumerated in the Agreement.

2. The cost or credit for each alternate is the net addition to or deduction from the Contract Sum to incorporate alternates into the Work. No other adjustments are made to the Contract Sum.

1.3 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected adjacent work as necessary to completely integrate work of the alternate into Project.

1. Include as part of each alternate, miscellaneous devices, accessory objects, and similar items incidental to or required for a complete installation whether or not indicated as part of alternate.

B. Execute accepted alternates under the same conditions as other work of the Contract.

C. Schedule: A schedule of alternates is included at the end of this Section. Specification Sections referenced in schedule contain requirements for materials necessary to achieve the work described under each alternate.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 SCHEDULE OF ALTERNATES

A. Alternate No. 1: Existing Boilers to Remain with One New Boiler Added

1. Base Bid: Replace all (3) existing boilers with (3) new boilers

2. Alternate No. 1: Three existing boilers to remain. Add (1) additional new boiler with new maintenance pad

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 ALTERNATES

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END OF SECTION 01 2300

PROJECT NO. 22186.10 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 2500 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

B. Related Requirements:

C.

1. Section 01 6000 "Product Requirements" for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those required by the Contract Documents and proposed by Contractor.

1. Substitutions for Cause: Changes proposed by Contractor that are required due to changed Project conditions, such as unavailability of product, regulatory changes, or unavailability of required warranty terms.

2. Substitutions for Convenience: Changes proposed by Contractor or Owner that are not required in order to meet other Project requirements but may offer advantage to Contractor or Owner.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Substitution Requests: Submit three copies of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

1. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

a. Statement indicating why specified product or fabrication or installation method cannot be provided, if applicable.

b. Coordination of information, including a list of changes or revisions needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

c. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitutions with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable Specification Section. Significant qualities may include attributes, such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

d. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

e. Samples, where applicable or requested.

f. Certificates and qualification data, where applicable or requested.

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g. List of similar installations for completed projects, with project names and addresses as well as names and addresses of architects and owners.

h. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency, indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

i. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for Project, from ICC-

ES.

j. Detailed comparison of Contractor's construction schedule using proposed substitutions with products specified for the Work, including effect on the overall Contract Time. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating date of receipt of purchase order, lack of availability, or delays in delivery.

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

l. Contractor's certification that proposed substitution complies with requirements in the

Contract Documents, except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials and is appropriate for applications indicated.

m. Contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

2. Architect's Action: If necessary, Architect will request additional information or documentation for evaluation within seven days of receipt of a request for substitution. Architect will notify Contractor of acceptance or rejection of proposed substitution within 15 days of receipt of request, or seven days of receipt of additional information or documentation, whichever is later.

a. Forms of Acceptance: Change Order, Construction Change Directive, or Architect's

Supplemental Instructions for minor changes in the Work.

b. Use product specified if Architect does not issue a decision on use of a proposed substitution within time allocated.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Substitutions: Investigate and document compatibility of proposed substitution with related products and materials. Engage a qualified testing agency to perform compatibility tests recommended by manufacturers.

1.5 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Revise or adjust affected work as necessary to integrate work of the approved substitutions.

1.6 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Substitutions for Cause: Submit requests for substitution immediately on discovery of need for change, but not later than 15 days prior to time required for preparation and review of related submittals.

1. Conditions: Architect will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Architect will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

a. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

b. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

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c. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule.

d. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

e. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

f. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

g. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

h. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

B. Substitutions for Convenience: Architect will consider requests for substitution if received within 20 days after the Notice to Proceed. Requests received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of Architect.

1. Conditions: Architect will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, Architect will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

a. Requested substitution offers Owner a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional responsibilities Owner must assume. Owner's additional responsibilities may include compensation to Architect for redesign and evaluation services, increased cost of other construction by Owner, and similar considerations.

b. Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

c. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

d. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

e. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule.

f. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

g. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

h. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work.

i. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

j. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

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PROJECT NO. 22186.10 CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 2600 - CONTRACT MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for handling and processing Contract modifications.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 2500 "Substitution Procedures" for administrative procedures for handling requests for substitutions made after the Contract award.

1.2 MINOR CHANGES IN THE WORK

A. Architect will issue supplemental instructions authorizing minor changes in the Work, not involving adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time, on AIA Document G710.

1.3 PROPOSAL REQUESTS

A. Owner-Initiated Proposal Requests (Bulletins): Architect will issue a detailed description of proposed changes in the Work that may require adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time. If necessary, the description will include supplemental or revised Drawings and Specifications.

1. Work Change Proposal Requests issued by Architect are not instructions either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

2. Within time specified in Proposal Request or 10 days, when not otherwise specified, after receipt of Proposal Request, submit a quotation estimating cost adjustments to the Contract Sum and the Contract Time necessary to execute the change.

a. Include a list of quantities of products required or eliminated and unit costs, with total amount of purchases and credits to be made. If requested, furnish survey data to substantiate quantities.

b. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, equipment rental, and amounts of trade discounts.

c. Include costs of labor and supervision directly attributable to the change.

d. Include an updated Contractor's construction schedule that indicates the effect of the change, including, but not limited to, changes in activity duration, start and finish times, and activity relationship. Use available total float before requesting an extension of the Contract Time.

B. Contractor-Initiated Proposals: If latent or changed conditions require modifications to the Contract, Contractor may initiate a claim by submitting a request for a change to Architect.

1. Include a statement outlining reasons for the change and the effect of the change on the Work.

Provide a complete description of the proposed change. Indicate the effect of the proposed change on the Contract Sum and the Contract Time.

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2. Include a list of quantities of products required or eliminated and unit costs, with total amount of purchases and credits to be made. If requested, furnish survey data to substantiate quantities.

3. Indicate applicable taxes, delivery charges, equipment rental, and amounts of trade discounts.

4. Include costs of labor and supervision directly attributable to the change.

5. Include an updated Contractor's construction schedule that indicates the effect of the change, including, but not limited to, changes in activity duration, start and finish times, and activity relationship. Use available total float before requesting an extension of the Contract Time.

6. Comply with requirements in Section 01 2500 "Substitution Procedures" if the proposed change requires substitution of one product or system for product or system specified.

1.4 CHANGE ORDER PROCEDURES

A. On Owner's approval of a Work Change Proposal Request, Architect will issue a Change Order for signatures of Owner and Contractor on AIA Document G701.

1.5 CONSTRUCTION CHANGE DIRECTIVE

A. Construction Change Directive: Architect may issue a Construction Change Directive on AIA Document G714. Construction Change Directive instructs Contractor to proceed with a change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

1. Construction Change Directive contains a complete description of change in the Work. It also designates method to be followed to determine change in the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

B. Documentation: Maintain detailed records on a time and material basis of work required by the Construction Change Directive.

1. After completion of change, submit an itemized account and supporting data necessary to substantiate cost and time adjustments to the Contract.

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PROJECT NO. 22186.10 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

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SECTION 01 2900 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and process Applications for Payment.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 2600 "Contract Modification Procedures" for administrative procedures for handling changes to the Contract.

1.2 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation of the schedule of values with preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

1. Coordinate line items in the schedule of values with items required to be indicated as separate activities in Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Submit the schedule of values to Architect at earliest possible date, but no later than seven days before the date scheduled for submittal of initial Applications for Payment.

B. Format and Content: Use Project Manual table of contents as a guide to establish line items for the schedule of values. Provide at least one line item for each Specification Section.

1. Arrange schedule of values consistent with format of AIA Document G703.

2. Arrange the schedule of values in tabular form, with separate columns to indicate the following for each item listed:

a. Related Specification Section or Division.

b. Description of the Work.

c. Name of subcontractor.

d. Name of manufacturer or fabricator.

e. Name of supplier.

f. Change Orders (numbers) that affect value.

g. Dollar value of the following, as a percentage of the Contract Sum to nearest one-hundredth percent, adjusted to total 100 percent. Round dollar amounts to whole dollars, with total equal to Contract Sum.

1) Labor.

2) Materials.

3) Equipment.

3. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Applications for Payment and progress reports. Provide multiple line items for principal subcontract amounts in excess of five percent of the Contract Sum.

4. Provide a separate line item in the schedule of values for each part of the Work where Applications for Payment may include materials or equipment purchased or fabricated and stored, but not yet installed.

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a. Differentiate between items stored on-site and items stored off-site.

5. Overhead Costs: Include total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit for each line item.

6. Overhead Costs: Show cost of temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actual work-in-place as separate line items.

7. Closeout Costs. Include separate line items under Contractor and principal subcontracts for Project closeout requirements in an amount totaling five percent of the Contract Sum and subcontract amount.

8. Schedule of Values Revisions: Revise the schedule of values when Change Orders or Construction Change Directives result in a change in the Contract Sum. Include at least one separate line item for each Change Order and Construction Change Directive.

1.3 APPLICATIONS FOR PAYMENT

A. Each Application for Payment following the initial Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments as certified by Architect and paid for by Owner.

B. Payment Application Times: The date for each progress payment is indicated in the Agreement between Owner and Contractor. The period of construction work covered by each Application for Payment is the period indicated in the Agreement.

C. Application for Payment Forms: Use AIA Document G702 and AIA Document G703 as form for Applications for Payment.

D. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on form. Notarize and execute by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor. Architect will return incomplete applications without action.

1. Entries shall match data on the schedule of values and Contractor's construction schedule. Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts for work completed following previous Application for Payment, whether or not payment has been received. Include only amounts for work completed at time of Application for Payment.

3. Include amounts of Change Orders and Construction Change Directives issued before last day of construction period covered by application.

E. Stored Materials: Include in Application for Payment amounts applied for materials or equipment purchased or fabricated and stored, but not yet installed. Differentiate between items stored on-site and items stored off-site.

1. Provide certificate of insurance, evidence of transfer of title to Owner, and consent of surety to payment for stored materials.

2. Provide supporting documentation that verifies amount requested, such as paid invoices. Match amount requested with amounts indicated on documentation; do not include overhead and profit on stored materials.

3. Provide summary documentation for stored materials indicating the following:

a. Value of materials previously stored and remaining stored as of date of previous

Applications for Payment.

b. Value of previously stored materials put in place after date of previous Application for

Payment and on or before date of current Application for Payment.

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c. Value of materials stored since date of previous Application for Payment and remaining stored as of date of current Application for Payment.

F. Transmittal: Submit three signed and notarized original copies of each Application for Payment to Architect by a method ensuring receipt. One copy shall include waivers of lien and similar attachments if required.

1. Transmit each copy with a transmittal form listing attachments and recording appropriate information about application.

G. Waivers of Mechanic's Lien: With each Application for Payment, submit waivers of mechanic's lien from entities lawfully entitled to file a mechanic's lien arising out of the Contract and related to the Work covered by the payment.

1. Submit partial waivers on each item for amount requested in previous application, after deduction for retainage, on each item.

2. When an application shows completion of an item, submit conditional final or full waivers.

3. Owner reserves the right to designate which entities involved in the Work must submit waivers.

4. Submit final Application for Payment with or preceded by conditional final waivers from every entity involved with performance of the Work covered by the application who is lawfully entitled to a lien.

5. Waiver Forms: Submit executed waivers of lien on forms acceptable to Owner.

H. Initial Application for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of first Application for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. Schedule of values.

3. Contractor's construction schedule (preliminary if not final).

4. Products list (preliminary if not final).

5. Sustainable design action plans, including preliminary project materials cost data.

6. Schedule of unit prices.

7. Submittal schedule (preliminary if not final).

8. List of Contractor's staff assignments.

9. List of Contractor's principal consultants.

10. Copies of building permits.

11. Copies of authorizations and licenses from authorities having jurisdiction for performance of the

Work.

12. Initial progress report.

13. Report of preconstruction conference.

14. Certificates of insurance and insurance policies.

15. Performance and payment bonds.

16. Data needed to acquire Owner's insurance.

I. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: After Architect issues the Certificate of Substantial Completion, submit an Application for Payment showing 100 percent completion for portion of the Work claimed as substantially complete.

1. Include documentation supporting claim that the Work is substantially complete and a statement showing an accounting of changes to the Contract Sum.

2. This application shall reflect Certificate(s) of Substantial Completion issued previously for Owner occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

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J. Final Payment Application: After completing Project closeout requirements, submit final Application for Payment with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted, including, but not limited, to the following:

1. Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements.

2. Insurance certificates for products and completed operations where required and proof that taxes, fees, and similar obligations were paid.

3. Updated final statement, accounting for final changes to the Contract Sum.

4. AIA Document G706.

5. AIA Document G706A.

6. AIA Document G707.

7. Evidence that claims have been settled.

8. Final meter readings for utilities, a measured record of stored fuel, and similar data as of date of

Substantial Completion or when Owner took possession of and assumed responsibility for corresponding elements of the Work.

9. Final liquidated damages settlement statement.

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PROJECT NO. 22186.10 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

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SECTION 01 3100 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General coordination procedures.

2. Coordination drawings.

3. RFIs.

4. Digital project management procedures.

5. Project meetings.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 01 7300 "Execution" for procedures for coordinating general installation and field-engineering services, including establishment of benchmarks and control points.

2. Section 01 7700 "Closeout Procedures" for…