Atch_1_Specs_Replace_Roof_Valley_City.pdf

UNITED STATES

DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE

REGION 6

Denver, Colorado

REPLACE HOLDING HOUSE ROOF

VALLEY CITY NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY

BARNES COUNTY, NORTH DAKOTA

15-030

DESCRIPTION/SPECIFICATIONS

HOLDING HOUSE ROOF REPLACEMENT

AT

VALLEY CITY NATIONAL FISH HATCHERY

(15-030)

INDEX

No. Of Pages

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 011000 SUMMARY OF WORK 5

013300 SUBMITTALS 7

015000 TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS 4

017700 PROJECT CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES 5

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

SECTION 024100 DEMOLITION 4

DIVISION 3 THROUGH DIVISION 6

NOT USED

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 076100 SHEET METAL ROOFING 7

076200 SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM 6

077253 SNOW GUARDS 2

079200 JOINT SEALANTS 3

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SECTION 011000 – SUMMARY OF WORK

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Work under separate contracts.

4. Access to site.

5. Coordination with occupants.

6. Work restrictions.

7. Permits and Fees.

8. Applicable codes, standards, and specifications.

9. Means and methods.

10. Safety.

11. Environmental Protection.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 015000 "Temporary Facilities and Controls" for limitations and procedures governing temporary use of Owner's facilities.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Location: Valley City National Fish Hatchery. Located in Barnes County, North Dakota, approximately 2 miles north of Valley City, North Dakota.

B. Station Contact Information: The Holding House is located on the National Fish Hatchery and can be accessed off of River Road approximately two miles north of the Valley City Municipal Airport. Arrangements to inspect the site may be made by contacting the Hatchery Manager at

(701) 845-3464.

1.3 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The work consists of limited demolition of an existing asphalt shingle roof, flashing and trim and the installation of a new metal roof and associated trim and accessories. The roof sheathing appears to be in good condition and should be re-used. Contractor shall alert the Contracting Officer immediately if roof sheathing is found to be un-sound.

1.4 ACCESS TO SITE

A. All operations of the Contractor (including storage of materials) upon Government premises shall be confined to areas authorized or approved by the Contracting Officer.

B. Limit use of Project site areas within the limits indicated.

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1. Limits: Confine construction operations to areas designated by the Hatchery Manager. A staging area will generally be available approximately 100 feet southeast of the building site.

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

C. At the conclusion of construction activities, those portions of the site landscaping and paving disturbed by construction activities shall be restored to their original condition.

1.5 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS

A. Partial Government Occupancy: Government will occupy parts of the interior of the Holding House and surrounding premises during the entire construction period. Cooperate with Hatchery Manager during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate usage.

1. Provide not less than 48 hours’ notice to Government of outages and activities that will affect Government's operations.

1.6 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. On-Site Work Hours: Limit work at the construction site to normal business working hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Work on weekends will be restricted to Contracting Officers approval and shall be at the Station Managers discretion.

2. No work shall take place on Federally observed holidays.

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

1. Notify Hatchery Manager not less than two days in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

C. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted at the site of the work.

1.7 PERMITS AND FEES

A. The Contractor shall be responsible for obtaining all necessary local, State, and Federal permits and licenses, and payment of related fees, per the Contract Clauses.

1.8 APPLICABLE CODES, STANDARDS AND SPECIFICATIONS

A. All work shall comply with the codes and standards applicable to each type of work as listed in individual Sections of these Specifications. The overall governing code for this project is the 2009 International Building Code.

B. Where a conflict occurs between a referenced document and the Project Specifications, the Project Specifications govern.

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C. Where a conflict occurs between referenced documents, the document containing the most stringent requirements governs.

D. Where referenced documents are not specified by date, the document current at the bid opening applies.

E. Materials, applications, and tests specified by reference to published standards of society, association, code, or other published standards are included in the specifications as if written in their entirety, for the version in effect on the date of the contract.

F. Conform to all regulations and statutes of Barnes County, the State of North Dakota and to all Federal Regulations which apply.

1.9 MEANS AND METHODS

A. Means and methods of construction shall be such as the Contractor or subcontractors may choose; subject, however, to the Contracting Officer's right to reject means and methods proposed which:

1. Constitute a hazard to the work, persons, or property.

2. Will not produce finished work in accordance with terms of the contract.

3. Are contrary to specified means or methods included in the contract.

B. The right to reject means and methods of the Contractor or subcontractor shall not be construed or interpreted as acceptance of control of means and methods by the Contracting Officer.

C. The Contracting Officer's approval of means and methods or failure to exercise right to reject means and methods shall not relieve the Contractor of the obligation to complete the work required by the contract.

D. Total responsibility for control of all means and methods lies with the Contractor for all work.

1.10 SAFETY

A. The Contractor shall provide, erect and maintain all necessary barricades, suitable and sufficient flasher lights, flagmen, danger signals and signs, and shall take all necessary precautions for the protection of the work and the safety of the public. Roads closed to traffic shall be protected by effective barricades and shall be placed with acceptable warning signs. All barricades and obstructions shall be illuminated at night and all lights shall be kept burning from sunset until sunrise. Install appropriate traffic signs at crossroads and approaches to site as needed to direct affected public traffic.

B. The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local regulations pertaining to the protection of workers, visitors to the site, and persons occupying areas adjacent to the site, including the provisions of 29CFR1910 and 29CFR1926 of the Code of Federal Regulations. The Contractor shall hold harmless the Government for failure to comply with any applicable safety or health regulation on the part of himself, his employees, or his subcontractors.

C. Provide personal safety equipment and training commensurate with the hazards which may exist at the work site. The personal safety equipment and training shall be determined by a thorough

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hazard analysis of all work site areas. The safety program available at all work sites shall include a minimum of:

1. One nonfreezing-type fire extinguisher in the construction area and in each workshop and shed used for storage of materials at the work site. Place in location readily accessible to construction personnel.

2. A first aid kit for use of construction personnel commensurate with size of project with items necessary for first aid treatment of all injuries.

3. The Contractor shall conduct regular onsite safety inspections and all construction personnel shall receive a safety orientation.

4. Post telephone numbers of nearest hospital, ambulance service or flight for life, and fire station in conspicuous location. Advise all workers of location of telephone numbers.

1.11 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

A. The Contractor shall abate and control all environmental pollution arising from construction activities by complying with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning environmental pollution control and abatement, as well as the specified requirements in this contract. Compliance with this requirement by subcontractors will be the responsibility of the Contractor.

B. Fossils and Artifacts

1. Should the Contractor discover any fossils or artifacts during construction operations, such objects shall become the property of the Government. The Contractor shall cease construction operations in the area of the "find," and immediately notify the station manager of such discovery. Construction operations may proceed in other areas not affected by this clause. Care shall be exercised by the Contractor not to damage fossils or artifacts uncovered during excavation operations.

2. Failure to comply with this requirement may be considered a violation of the Archeological Resources Protection Act of 1979 as amended. Destruction of historic and prehistoric sites and/or unauthorized collection of cultural materials can result in criminal and/or civil penalties. Penalties can include fines, prison sentences, and/or confiscation of equipment.

C. Abatement of Air Pollution

1. The Contractor shall comply with applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning the prevention and control of air pollution.

2. Construction activities shall be performed in such a manner that air pollution will be held to a minimum.

3. Burning of materials, trees and brush, combustible construction materials, and rubbish will not be permitted. Construction debris shall be disposed of at a location designated by the Contracting Officer or be hauled off the Station to an approved disposal site.

D. Prevention of Water Pollution

1. During construction the Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations concerning the control and abatement of water pollution.

2. The Contractor's construction activities shall be performed by methods that will prevent entrance or accidental spillage of solid matter, contaminants, debris, and other

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objectionable pollutants and wastes into streams, flowing or dry water-courses, lakes, ponds, and underground water sources. The Contractor shall dispose of all pollutants such as petroleum products, rubbish, cement, concrete, etc., and objectionable material shall be hauled away in tanks or barrels or buried in an approved landfill.

3. Sanitary facilities, such as chemical toilets shall be located far enough from wells, live streams, or ponds to prevent pollution of the water.

E. Environmental Litigation: Time lost due to work stoppage because of failure of the Contractor to comply with these requirements may not be the subject of a claim for extension of time, for additional costs, or damages.

END OF SECTION 011000

SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES 013300 - 1

SECTION 013300 – SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for the submittal schedule and administrative and procedural requirements for submitting Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, and other submittals.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Action Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that require Contracting Officer’s responsive action.

B. Informational Submittals: Written and graphic information and physical samples that do not require Contracting Officer responsive action. Submittals may be rejected for not complying with requirements.

C. Project Record Documents: Drawings, also referred to as “As-Built Drawings”, specifications, submittals, photographs, contract modifications, and other documents marked by the Contractor to show the construction as actually completed under the contract.

1.3 ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittal Form: Use Government provided form as the cover sheet for transmitting paper and electronic submittals. A copy is attached at the end of this Section; a fillable PDF copy may be obtained from the Contracting Officer after contract award.

B. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with the construction schedule and performance of construction activities.

1. Coordinate each submittal with fabrication, purchasing, testing, delivery, other submittals, and related activities that require sequential activity.

2. Coordinate concurrent transmittal of submittals for related parts of the Work, and different types of submittals for individual parts of the Work so processing will not be delayed for coordination.

a. Contracting Officer reserves the right to withhold action on a submittal requiring coordination with other submittals until related submittals are received.

C. Processing Time: Time for review shall commence on Contracting Officer’s receipt of submittal. Transmit submittals enough in advance of the work to allow time for submittal review, resubmittal review if necessary, manufacturer’s lead time, fabrication, and shipping.

No extension of the Contract Time will be authorized because of failure to submit in a timely manner.

1. Initial Review: Allow 10 days for initial review of each submittal. Allow additional time if coordination with subsequent submittals is required. Contracting Officer will advise Contractor when a submittal being processed must be delayed for coordination.

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2. Intermediate Review: If intermediate submittal is necessary, process it in same manner as initial submittal.

3. Resubmittal Review: Allow 10 days for review of each resubmittal.

D. Submittal Methods: Submittals may be transmitted either as paper submittals or as electronic submittals, except color and finish samples which must be submitted as actual samples and transmitted by paper.

1. Transmittal for Paper Submittals: Assemble each submittal individually with its own paper copy of the FWS transmittal form.

a. Label or place a permanent title block on each submittal for identification.

b. Action Submittals: Submit four (4) paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated. Two (2) copies will be returned.

c. Informational Submittals: Submit three (3) paper copies of each submittal unless otherwise indicated. No copies will be returned, or one copy may be returned marked “No Action Taken”.

2. Transmittal for Electronic Submittals: Submit via email as separate PDF electronic files.

Files and attachments must be legible at full size; do not submit written or graphic information at a scale smaller than the original document.

a. Attach an electronic copy of the FWS transmittal form to each submittal.

b. Electronic file name shall use station initials and sequential submittal number followed by brief description of the submittal material, (e.g.: VNWR-005- misc metal). Resubmittals shall include an alphabetic suffix at the end of the sequence number (e.g.: VNWT-005.A – misc metal).

c. The reviewed and annotated file will be returned as a PDF file by e-mail and/or standard mail. Retain one copy of file as an electronic Project record document file.

d. Drawings transmitted electronically shall have been produced at an original size no larger than 17” x 11”, unless drawing was originally produced for half-size reproduction on 17” x 11” paper. Larger drawings shall be transmitted as paper submittals. Drawings originally drawn to scale shall be printable at a corresponding scale if reduced to 17” x 11”.

E. Resubmittals: Make resubmittals in same form and number of copies as initial submittal.

1. Note date and content of previous submittal.

2. Note date and content of revision in label or title block and clearly indicate extent of revision.

3. Resubmit submittals until they are marked with approval notation from Contracting

Officer’s action stamp.

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F. Distribution: Furnish copies of final submittals to manufacturers, subcontractors, suppliers, fabricators, installers, authorities having jurisdiction, and others as necessary for performance of construction activities. Show distribution on transmittal forms.

G. Use for Construction: Retain complete hard copies of submittals on Project site. Use only final action submittals that are marked with approval notation from Contracting Officer’s action stamp.

H. The Contractor shall not perform work for which submittals are required prior to receipt of the submittals approved by the Fish and Wildlife Service.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBMITTALS

A. Submittal Schedule: Submit a schedule of submittals for each type of submittal listed in Part 2 of this Section.

B. Schedule of Values: Prior to the first progress payment application, submit a Schedule Of Values to indicate the dollar value of each category of work or construction trade. The values of each category shall correspond with the values shown on the bid form.

C. Progress Schedule:

1. Certificates and Certifications Submittals: Provide a statement that includes signature of entity responsible for preparing certification. Certificates and certifications shall be signed by an officer or other individual authorized to sign documents on behalf of that entity.

a. Provide a digital signature with digital certificate on electronically-submitted certificates and certifications where indicated.

b. Provide a notarized statement on original paper copy certificates and certifications where indicated.

D. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

1. If information must be specially prepared for submittal because standard published data are not suitable for use, submit as Shop Drawings, not as Product Data.

2. Mark each copy of each submittal to show which products and options are applicable.

3. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

b. Manufacturer's product specifications.

c. Standard color charts.

d. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

e. Testing by recognized testing agency.

f. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

g. Notation of coordination requirements.

h. Availability and delivery time information.

4. For equipment, include the following in addition to the above, as applicable:

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a. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

b. Printed performance curves.

c. Operational range diagrams.

d. Clearances required to other construction, if not indicated on accompanying Shop

Drawings.

5. Submit Product Data before or concurrent with Samples.

E. Shop Drawings: Prepare Project-specific information, drawn accurately to scale. Do not base Shop Drawings on reproductions of the Contract Documents or standard printed data unless submittal based on drawing files is otherwise permitted.

1. Preparation: Fully illustrate requirements in the Contract Documents. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Identification of products.

b. Schedules.

c. Compliance with specified standards.

d. Notation of coordination requirements.

e. Notation of dimensions established by field measurement.

f. Relationship and attachment to adjoining construction clearly indicated.

g. Seal and signature of professional engineer if specified.

2. Sheet Size: Except for templates, patterns, and similar full-size drawings, submit Shop Drawings on sheets at least 8-1/2 by 11 inches (215 by 280 mm), but no larger than 24 by 36 inches.

F. Samples: Submit Samples for review of kind, color, pattern, and texture for a check of these characteristics with other elements and for a comparison of these characteristics between submittal and actual component as delivered and installed.

1. Transmit Samples that contain multiple, related components such as accessories together in one submittal package. Sample and color selection submittals may not be submitted electronically.

2. Identification: Attach label on unexposed side of Samples that includes the following:

a. Generic description of Sample.

b. Product name and name of manufacturer.

c. Sample source.

d. Number and title of applicable Specification Section.

3. Disposition: Maintain sets of approved Samples at Project site, available for quality-control comparisons throughout the course of construction activity. Sample sets may be used to determine final acceptance of construction associated with each set.

a. Samples that may be incorporated into the Work are indicated in individual Specification Sections. Such Samples must be in an undamaged condition at time of use.

b. Samples not incorporated into the Work, or otherwise designated as Government property, are the property of Contractor.

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4. Samples for Initial Selection: Submit manufacturer's color charts consisting of units or sections of units showing the manufacturers standard of colors, textures, and patterns available.

a. Number of Samples: Submit one (1) full set of available choices where color, pattern, texture, or similar characteristics are required to be selected from manufacturer's product line. Submittal will be returned with options selected.

5. Samples for Verification: Submit full-size units or samples of size indicated, prepared from same material to be used for the Work, cured and finished in manner specified, and physically identical with material or product proposed for use, and that show full range of color and texture variations expected. Samples include, but are not limited to, the following: partial sections of manufactured or fabricated components; small cuts or containers of materials; complete units of repetitively used materials; swatches showing color, texture, and pattern; color range sets; and components used for independent testing and inspection.

a. Number of Samples: Submit one (1) sample. After verification that sample matches the final selection, maintain the sample at the site as a project record sample.

G. Closeout Submittals and Maintenance Material Submittals: Comply with requirements specified in Section 017700 "Closeout Procedures."

H. Warranties: Comply with requirements specified in Section 017700, “Closeout Procedures”.

I. Project Record Documents: Maintain at the job site one complete set of full-size prints of contract drawings, and a copy of the specifications, approved submittals and samples, and contract modifications marked and dimensioned to show variations between the construction shown or specified in the contract documents and that actually provided.

1. Mark as-built drawings to show all deviations from the original contract drawings.

Include dimensions, locations, elevations, material sizes and specifications, existing conditions that affected the construction and were not shown, and other information required to show the actual as-built condition. Show buried or concealed construction, utilities, and features revealed during construction. Accurately locate and record existing topographic features which differ from those shown on the contract drawings.

2. Use standard drafting practice to delineate changes. Include supplementary notes, legends, and details as necessary to portray the as-built construction.

3. Maintain as-built drawings as work progresses. Do not use record drawings for other purposes. Make available for Government review at all times.

4. Upon completion of the work, certify marked-up print set as complete and correct, and submit to the Contracting Officer.

J. Operation and Maintenance Manuals: Comply with requirements specified in Section 017700 - Closeout Procedures, and in relevant mechanical and electrical specification sections.

K. Maintenance Materials: Extra finish materials, tools, spare parts, keys, and similar items for repair and maintenance of the building and equipment by Owner after occupancy.

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L. Certification Submittals: Certification of compliance with specification requirements, on company letterhead or other specified format, with signature of certifying official and date.

Notarize certification if required by the specification.

1. Welding Certificates. Prepare written certification that welding procedures and personnel comply with requirements in the Contract Documents. Submit record of Welding Procedure Specification and Procedure Qualification Record on AWS forms. Include names of firms and personnel certified.

2. Installer Certificates: Submit written statements on manufacturer's letterhead certifying that Installer complies with requirements in the Contract Documents and, where required, is authorized by manufacturer for this specific Project.

M. Field Test Reports: Submit written reports indicating and interpreting results of field tests performed either during installation of product or after product is installed in its final location, for compliance with requirements in the Contract Documents.

N. Design Data: Prepare and submit written and graphic information, including, but not limited to, performance and design criteria, list of applicable codes and regulations, and calculations.

Include list of assumptions and other performance and design criteria and a summary of loads.

Include load diagrams if applicable. Provide name and version of software, if any, used for calculations.

2.2 DELEGATED-DESIGN SERVICES

A. Performance and Design Criteria: Where professional design services or certifications by a design professional are specifically required of Contractor by the Contract Documents, provide products and systems complying with specific performance and design criteria indicated.

1. If criteria indicated are not sufficient to perform services or certification required, submit a written request for additional information to CO.

B. Delegated -Design Services Certification: In addition to Shop Drawings, Product Data, and other required submittals, submit two (2) paper copies of design documents, signed and sealed by the responsible design professional, for each product and system specifically assigned to Contractor to be designed or certified by a design professional.

1. Indicate that products and systems comply with performance and design criteria in the Contract Documents. Include list of codes, loads, and other factors used in performing these services.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Action and Informational Submittals: Review each submittal and check for legibility, completeness, and conformity to the Contract Documents, and mark with approval stamp prior to transmitting to the Contracting Officer.

1. Note corrections and field dimensions.

2. Identify deviations from the Contract Documents.

3. Identify options requiring selection by Contracting Officer. Clearly mark options selected by the Contractor from the options on the manufacturer’s product data sheet.

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B. Project Closeout and Maintenance Material Submittals: See requirements in Section 017700 "Closeout Procedures."

C. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

3.2 CO and COR ACTION

A. General: COR will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

B. Action Submittals: COR will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or revisions required, and return it. COR will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action as follows:

1. Approved as submitted.

2. Approved, except as noted. Resubmission not required.

3. Approved, except as noted. Resubmission required.

4. No action taken. See comments on reverse. Resubmission required.

5. Disapproved.

6. Other: (comments as noted)

C. Informational Submittals: COR will review each submittal and will not return it, or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. CO will forward each submittal to appropriate party.

D. Incomplete submittals and non-legible submittals are unacceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned for resubmittal without review.

E. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may not be reviewed and may be discarded.

END OF SECTION 013300

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS 015000 - 1

SECTION 015000 – TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for temporary utilities, support facilities, and security and protection facilities.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Section 011000 "Summary" for work restrictions and limitations on utility interruptions.

1.2 USE CHARGES

A. General: Installation and removal of and use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum unless otherwise indicated. Allow other entities to use temporary services and facilities without cost, including, but not limited to testing agencies, and authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Water and Sewer Service from Existing System:

1. Potable water from Government’s existing water system will be available for uses directly related to the project, except for earthwork or equipment cleaning, without payment. Provide connections, including anti-siphon fittings, and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

2. Existing plumbing fixtures and septic facilities on the site are not available for any use by the Contractor.

C. Electric Power Service from Existing System:

1. Electric power from Station’s existing system will be available without metering and without payment for use directly related to the project, except for the purposes of temporary heating and automobile charging. Provide connections, grounding, overcurrent protection, and extensions of services as required for construction operations.

Contractor shall be responsible for disconnecting all electrical equipment at the end of each workday. Failure may result in use privileges being withdrawn.

1.3 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Use of Permanent Facilities: Engage Installer of each permanent service to assume responsibility for operation, maintenance, and protection of each permanent service during its use as a construction facility before Government’s acceptance, regardless of previously assigned responsibilities.

B. Site Maintenance: Maintain exterior site free of scrap and waste material, packaging, and items that could attract rodents or could be wind-blown. Maintain interior floor areas free of scrap and hazardous materials on a daily basis.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Field Offices, General: Contractor shall be responsible to provide field office facilities equipped as required to meet his needs during construction.

B. Telephone Service: Contractor shall be responsible to provide cellular or temporary telephone service as required for his construction operations. Note that cellular service can be intermittent in the project vicinity. Limited use of the land-line in the headquarters building is available if a calling card is used to place calls.

C. Temporary Toilets: Contractor shall be responsible for providing temporary toilet facilities for the life of the contract, and for maintenance of those facilities.

D. Waste Disposal: Provide a dumpster or other suitable containers for construction waste.

Dispose of debris and construction waste off-site at a jurisdictionally accepted waste management facility. Washing of concrete trucks shall be confined to a single location, and resulting waste and contaminated soil shall be removed prior to project completion.

2.2 EQUIPMENT

A. Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; with class and extinguishing agent as required by locations and classes of fire exposures.

B. HVAC Equipment: Provide vented, self-contained, liquid-propane-gas or fuel-oil heaters with individual space thermostatic control. Building systems may not be used for control of building environment during construction.

1. Use of gasoline-burning space heaters, open-flame heaters, or salamander-type heating units is prohibited.

2. Heating Units: Listed and labeled for type of fuel being consumed, by a qualified testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for intended location and application.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required by progress of the Work.

1. Locate facilities to limit site disturbance as specified in Section 011000 "Summary."

B. Provide each facility ready for use when needed to avoid delay. Do not remove until facilities are no longer needed or are replaced by authorized use of completed permanent facilities.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION

A. Heating and Ventilation: Provide temporary heating and ventilation required by construction activities for curing or drying of completed installations or for protecting installed construction

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from adverse effects of low temperatures or high humidity. Select equipment that will not have a harmful effect on completed installations or elements being installed.

B. Electric Power Service:

1. After installation of conduit and conductors from the meter to the new building site, Contractor may connect to Owner's existing electric power service. Provide all temporary panels, disconnects, conductors, support structures, and other devices required for service use during construction. Maintain equipment in a condition acceptable to Owner.

2. Arrange with utility company, Owner, and existing users for time when service can be interrupted, if necessary, to make connections for temporary and permanent services.

C. Lighting: Provide temporary lighting with local switching that provides adequate illumination for construction operations, observations, inspections, and traffic conditions.

1. Install and operate temporary lighting that fulfills security and protection requirements without operating entire system.

3.3 SUPPORT FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Temporary Roads and Paved Areas: Construct and maintain temporary roads and paved or graveled areas adequate for construction operations. Locate temporary roads and paved areas within construction limits indicated on Drawings.

1. Provide dust-control treatment that is nonpolluting and nontracking. Reapply treatment as required to minimize dust. During earthwork operations the Contractor shall maintain roads and drives to prevent build-up of mud and dirt, and at conclusion of earthwork shall be responsible for cleaning earth materials from roads and drives and restoration of surfaces to their original condition.

B. Parking: Use areas designated by Contracting Officer or Station Manager as parking areas for construction personnel.

C. Dewatering Facilities and Drains: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

Maintain Project site, excavations, and construction free of water.

1. Dispose of rainwater in a lawful manner that will not result in flooding Project or adjoining properties or endanger permanent Work or temporary facilities.

2. Remove snow and ice as required to minimize accumulations.

D. Project Signs: Contractor may, at his option, provide Project signs as indicated. Obtain approval of signage from Contracting Officer before installation.

1. Identification Signs: Project identification signs may be located adjacent to the entrance driveway for the purpose of identifying the Project site for material deliveries, construction personnel, and visitors.

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2. Signs must be made of durable materials and installed and supported to resist effects of weather and gravity. Signs made of raw wood or with hand-lettering shall not be acceptable. Remove temporary signage at project completion.

E. Waste Disposal: Fuels, lubricants, petroleum products, chemicals or other waste materials shall be disposed of in properly designated areas off Government premises.

F. Truck cranes and similar devices used for hoisting materials are considered “tools and equipment” and not temporary facilities.

3.4 SECURITY AND PROTECTION FACILITIES INSTALLATION

A. Protection of Existing Facilities: Protect existing vegetation, equipment, structures, utilities, and other improvements at Project site and on adjacent structures. Repair damage caused to existing facilities.

B. Barricades, Warning Signs, and Lights: Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for erecting structurally adequate barricades, including warning signs and lighting.

C. Temporary Enclosures: Provide temporary enclosures for protection of construction, in progress and completed, from exposure, foul weather, other construction operations, and similar activities. Provide temporary weathertight enclosure for building exterior.

1. Where heating or cooling is needed and permanent enclosure is not complete, insulate temporary enclosures.

3.5 OPERATION, TERMINATION, AND REMOVAL

A. Maintenance: Maintain operation of temporary enclosures, heating, cooling, humidity control, ventilation, and similar facilities on a 24-hour basis where required to achieve indicated results and to avoid possibility of damage until removal.

B. Temporary Facility Changeover: Do not change over from using temporary security and protection facilities to permanent facilities until Substantial Completion.

C. Termination and Removal: Remove each temporary facility when need for its service has ended, when it has been replaced by authorized use of a permanent facility, or no later than Substantial Completion. Complete or, if necessary, restore permanent construction that may have been delayed because of interference with temporary facility. Repair damaged Work, clean exposed surfaces, and replace construction that cannot be satisfactorily repaired.

END OF SECTION 015000

CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES 017700 - 1

SECTION 017700 – CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for contract closeout, including, but not limited to, the following:

1. Final inspection procedures.

2. Final acceptance procedures.

3. Closeout and documentation submittals.

4. Warranties.

5. Final cleaning.

6. Repair of the Work.

1.2 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: For cleaning agents.

B. Contractor's List of Incomplete Items: Initial submittal with request for final inspection.

C. Certified List of Incomplete Items: Final submittal at Final Completion.

1.3 DOCUMENTATION SUBMITTALS

A. Project Record Drawings (as-builts).

B. Operation and Maintenance manuals.

C. Warranties.

1.4 LIST OF INCOMPLETE ITEMS (PUNCH LIST)

A. Organization of List: Include name and identification of each space and area affected by construction operations for incomplete items and items needing correction including, if necessary, areas disturbed by Contractor that are outside the limits of construction.

1. Organize list of spaces in sequential order, starting with exterior areas and progressing through building

2. Organize items applying to each space by major element, including categories for ceiling, individual walls, floors, equipment, and building systems.

3. Submit list of incomplete items in any of the following formats:

a. MS Excel electronic file.

b. PDF electronic file.

c. Paper copies.

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1.5 SUBMITTAL OF PROJECT WARRANTIES

A. Time of Submittal: Submit written warranties on request of Contracting Officer for designated portions of the Work where commencement of warranties other than date of Final Acceptance is indicated, or when delay in submittal of warranties might limit Government's rights under warranty.

B. Warranty Forms: Submit warranties on manufacturer’s original printed document, with all blank lines completed.

C. Organize warranty documents into an orderly sequence based on the table of contents of the Project Manual.

1. Bind warranties and bonds in heavy-duty, three-ring, vinyl-covered, loose-leaf binders, thickness as necessary to accommodate contents, and sized to receive 8-1/2 by 11 inch paper.

2. Provide heavy paper dividers with plastic-covered tabs for each separate warranty. Mark tab to identify the product or installation. Provide a typed description of the product or installation, including the name of the product and the name, address, and telephone number of Installer.

3. Identify each binder on the front and spine with the typed or printed title "WARRANTIES," Project name, and name of Contractor.

D. Provide additional copies of each warranty to include in operation and maintenance manuals.

1.6 FINAL INSPECTION PROCEDURES

A. Procedures Prior to Final Acceptance: Complete the following prior to final inspection for determining date of Final Acceptance. List items below that are incomplete at time of request.

1. Perform preventive maintenance on equipment used prior to Final Acceptance.

2. Instruct Government personnel in operation, adjustment, and maintenance of products, equipment, and systems.

3. Terminate and remove temporary facilities from Project site, along with mockups, construction tools, and similar elements.

4. Complete final cleaning requirements, including touchup painting.

5. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred exposed finishes to eliminate visual defects.

B. Submittals Prior to Final Inspection: Complete the following prior to requesting final inspection for determining date of Final Acceptance. List items below that are incomplete at time of request.

1. Submit closeout submittals specified in other Division 01 Sections, including project record documents, operation and maintenance manuals, final completion construction photographic documentation, damage or settlement surveys, and similar final record information.

2. Submit closeout submittals including specific warranties, workmanship bonds, maintenance service agreements, final certifications, and similar documents.

3. Submit changeover information related to Government's occupancy, use, operation, and maintenance.

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C. Contractor's List of Incomplete Items: Prepare and submit a list of items to be completed and corrected (Contractor's punch list), indicating the value of each item on the list and the schedule for completion of each item. Submit at the time of the request for final inspection.

D. Inspection: Submit a written request for inspection to determine Final Acceptance a minimum of 10 days prior to date the work will be completed and ready for final inspection and tests. On receipt of request, the Contracting Officer will either proceed with inspection or notify Contractor of reasons inspection is not appropriate or cannot be done. After inspection Contracting Officer will notify Contractor of items, either on Contractor's list or additional items identified by Contracting Officer’s Representative that must be completed or corrected before Final Acceptance of the work.

1. Reinspection: Request reinspection when the Work identified in previous inspections as incomplete is completed or corrected.

2. Results of completed inspection will form the basis of requirements for final acceptance.

1.7 FINAL COMPLETION PROCEDURES

A. Preliminary Procedures: Before requesting contract closeout, complete the following:

1. Punch List Completion: Submit a copy of the Contracting Officer’s final inspection list of items to be completed or corrected (punch list), with verification from the Contracting Officer’s Representative that each item has been completed or otherwise resolved for acceptance.

2. Submit all forms and paperwork required by the Contracting Officer for contract closeout.

3. Submit a final application for payment.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Cleaning Agents: Use cleaning materials and agents recommended by manufacturer or fabricator of the surface to be cleaned. Do not use cleaning agents that are potentially hazardous to health or property or that might damage finished surfaces.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 FINAL CLEANING

A. General: Perform final cleaning. Conduct cleaning and waste-removal operations to comply with local laws and ordinances and Federal and local environmental and antipollution regulations.

B. Cleaning: Employ experienced workers or professional cleaners for final cleaning. Clean each surface or unit to condition expected in an average commercial building cleaning and maintenance program. Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Complete the following cleaning operations before requesting inspection for final acceptance for entire Project or for a designated portion of Project:

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a. Clean Project site, yard, and grounds, in areas disturbed by construction activities, including landscape development areas, of rubbish, waste material, litter, and other foreign substances.

b. Sweep paved areas broom clean. Remove petrochemical spills, stains, and other foreign deposits.

c. Rake grounds that are neither planted nor paved to a smooth, even-textured surface.

d. Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus material from Project site.

e. Remove snow and ice to provide safe access to building.

f. Clean exposed exterior and interior hard-surfaced finishes to a dirt-free condition, free of stains, films, and similar foreign substances. Avoid disturbing natural weathering of exterior surfaces. Restore reflective surfaces to their original condition.

g. Remove debris and surface dust from limited access spaces, including roofs, plenums, shafts, trenches, equipment vaults, manholes, attics, and similar spaces.

h. Sweep concrete floors broom clean in unoccupied spaces.

i. Clean glazing in doors and windows. Remove glazing compounds and other noticeable, vision-obscuring materials. Replace chipped or broken glass and other damaged transparent materials. Polish glass, taking care not to scratch surfaces.

j. Remove labels that are not permanent.

k. Wipe surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment and similar equipment.

Remove excess lubrication, paint and mortar droppings, and other foreign substances.

l. Clean plumbing fixtures to a sanitary condition, free of stains, including stains resulting from water exposure.

m. Clean light fixtures, lamps, globes, and reflectors to function with full efficiency.

n. Leave Project clean and ready for occupancy.

3.2 REPAIR OF THE WORK

A. Complete repair and restoration operations before requesting inspection for determination of Final Acceptance.

B. Repair or remove and replace defective construction. Repairing includes replacing defective parts, refinishing damaged surfaces, touching up with matching materials, and properly adjusting operating equipment. Where damaged or worn items cannot be repaired or restored, provide replacements. Remove and replace operating components that cannot be repaired.

Restore damaged construction and permanent facilities used during construction to specified condition.

1. Remove and replace chipped, scratched, and broken glass, reflective surfaces, and other damaged transparent materials.

2. Touch up and otherwise repair and restore marred or exposed finishes and surfaces.

Replace finishes and surfaces that that already show evidence of repair or restoration.

a. Do not paint over "UL" and other required labels and identification, including mechanical and electrical nameplates. Remove paint applied to required labels and identification.

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3. Replace parts subject to operating conditions during construction that may impede operation or reduce longevity.

4. Replace burned-out bulbs, bulbs noticeably dimmed by hours of use, and defective and noisy starters in fluorescent and mercury vapor fixtures to comply with requirements for new fixtures.

END OF SECTION 017700

DEMOLITION 024100 - 1

SECTION 024100 - DEMOLITION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Demolition and removal of selected portions of building or structure.

2. Demolition and removal of selected site elements.

1.2 MATERIALS OWNERSHIP

A. Unless otherwise indicated, demolition waste becomes property of Contractor.

B. Historic items, relics, antiques, and similar objects including, but not limited to, cornerstones and their contents, commemorative plaques and tablets, and other items of interest or value to Owner that may be uncovered during demolition remain the property of the Government.

1. Carefully salvage in a manner to prevent damage and promptly return to the Government.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Schedule of selective demolition activities with starting and ending dates for each activity.

1.4 FIELD CONDITIONS

A. Owner will occupy portions of building immediately adjacent to selective demolition area.

Conduct selective demolition so Owner's operations will not be disrupted.

B. Conditions existing at time of inspection for bidding purpose will be maintained by Owner as far as practical.

C. Notify Contracting Officer Representative (COR) or Contracting Officer (CO) of discrepancies between existing conditions and Drawings before proceeding with selective demolition.

D. Hazardous Materials: It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work.

1. If suspected hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify

Station Manager and CO. Hazardous materials will be removed by Government under a separate contract.

E. Storage or sale of removed items or materials on-site is not permitted.

F. Utility Service: Maintain existing utilities indicated to remain in service and protect them against…