Attachment 2-SATOC Design Guide.pdf

ATTACHMENT 2 -

SATOC DESIGN GUIDE

Schriever Air Force Base, Colorado

May 2021

50th Civil Engineer Squadron

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER TITLE MODIFIED

Chapter 1 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS MAY 2021

Chapter 2 SITE DESIGN MAY 2021

Chapter 3 ENGINEERING SURVEYS MAY 2021

Chapter 4 GEOTECHNICAL ANALYSIS MAY 2021

Chapter 5

PAVEMENT, GRADING, DRAINAGE, AND OTHER

CIVIL MAY 2021

Chapter 6 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION MAY 2021

Chapter 7 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN MAY 2021

Chapter 8 INTERIOR DESIGN MAY 2021

Chapter 9 STRUCTURAL MAY 2021

Chapter 10 MECHANICAL MAY 2021

Chapter 11 REMOVED MAY 2021

Chapter 12 ELECTRICAL MAY 2021

Chapter

12AT ELECTRICAL ATTACHMENTS TO CHAPTER 12 MAY 2021

Chapter 13 HEALTH AND SAFETY MAY 2021

Chapter 14 CYBERSECURITY OCTOBER 2020

Chapter 15 RESERVERD FOR FUTURE USE MAY 2021

Chapter 16

ADVANCED MODELING REQUIREMENTS AND

TECHNIQUES MAY 2021

Chapter 17 DESIGN ANALYSIS MAY 2021

Chapter 18 SPECIFICATIONS MAY 2021

Chapter 19 CHECKING G-AE SUBMITTALS (SHOP DRAWINGS) MAY 2021

Chapter 20 COST ENGINEERING INSTRUCTIONS MAY 2021

Chapter 21 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT MAY 2021

Chapter

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PROJECT ENERGY SUMMARY SECTION OF

THE DESIGN ANALYSIS (DA) - SAMPLE MAY 2021

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CHAPTER 1

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS – TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. OBJECTIVE OF GUIDE

2. DESIGN CRITERIA, REGULATIONS, MANUALS, AND STANDARDS

2.1 CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATION

2.2 DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE

2.3 CRITERIA ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

3. DESIGN PHASES

4. ESTIMATES

5. SCOPE AND SCHEDULE OF CONTRACT SERVICES

5.1 AE SERVICES

5.2 RAPID CONSTRUCTION

5.3 DEFINITIONS

6. REVIEW PROCEDURES

6.1 REVIEW SYSTEM

7. AUSTERITY IN DESIGN

8. USE OF COMPUTER-AIDED ANALYTICAL PROGRAMS

8.1 IDENTIFY PROGRAMS

8.2 DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMS

8.3 DATA FILES

8.4 SPECIAL CONDITIONS

9. SAFETY

10. SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

11. ADVANCED MODELING (CAD/BIM/CIM/GIS)

12. UNITS OF MEASURE

13. PUBLIC RELEASE OF INFORMATION

14. CLASSIFIED INFORMATION

15. ENGINEERING INSPECTIONS/FIELD VISITS

15.1 PROJECT FEATURES

15.2 FEATURE IDENTIFICATION

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16. VALUE ENGINEERING

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CHAPTER 1

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

1 OBJECTIVE OF GUIDE

The objective of the Schriever Air Force Base (SAFB) Design Guide (DG) is to instruct the designers on the standards, policies, and basic requirements to be used in the preparation of design analyses, drawings, cost estimates, and specifications for construction projects at SAFB.

Most often, this DG will be referenced or appended to a statement of work on a contract for Architectural & Engineering (AE) services or for Rapid Construction contracts (i.e: Front Range MACC (FRMACC)/IDIQ). While this DG may be referenced via other contracting mechanisms, it is written with the assumption that designer/contractor services are part of the referenced contract’s statement of work. The designer/contractor must be thoroughly familiar with the applicable contents of this DG and with the whole system of instructional guides to efficiently execute the project.

2 DESIGN CRITERIA, REGULATIONS, MANUALS AND STANDARDS

Execute all design/construction requirements in accordance with this DG; US Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards; UFC 1-200-01 DoD Building Code (General Building Requirements); SAFB Installation Facilities Standards (IFS);

and associated references.

For designs, the AE Statement of Work (SOW) may contain or reference specific instructions, design phases, and/or project-specific requirements, which take precedence over this DG. If not specified in the AE Statement of Work, then the additional criteria references provided under each discipline section of this DG apply to the design.

For rapid construction contracts, the task specific SOW may contain or reference specific instructions, design phases, and/or project-specific requirements, which take precedence over this DG. If not specified in the task specific SOW, then the additional criteria references provided under this DG apply to the project.

Utilize the most current edition of the code or criteria (with changes) available at the time of contract award – unless noted otherwise. Any deviations to this direction will be defined in the individual SOW and supersede any baseline requirements defined herein.

2.1 CODE OF FEDERAL REGULATIONS (CFR)

(1) 29 CFR 1910 US Department of Labor Occupational Safety and Health Standards.

(2) 36 CFR 1191 Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

(ADAAG) for Buildings and Facilities; Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) Accessibility Guidelines.

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2.2 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (DOD)

(1) UFC 1-200-01 DoD Building Code (General Building Requirements).

(2) UFC 1-200-02 High Performance Sustainable Building (HPSB)

Requirements.

(3) UFC 3-600-01 Fire Protection Engineering for Facilities.

2.3 CRITERIA ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

While effort is made to coordinate project requirements, criteria, and standards, conflicts may arise during the execution of the work. Reconcile conflicts in compliance with the following priorities and as directed by authorized Government personnel. Identify conflicts to the Government and document resolution to the Project Manager (PM).

2.3.1 Highest Priority References

Highest Order of Precedence Items are overarching requirements defined by Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARs), Federal Acquisition Regulations (FARs), Code of Federal Regulations (CFRs), and United States legal Codes (USCs) including:

(1) The applicable DFARs, FARs, CFRs, USCs, and associated Orders of

Precedence defined by these regulations.

(2) Concerns associated with life safety and welfare in application of codes and criteria to which this contract is subject.

2.3.2 Moderate Priority References

Moderate Priority References are targeted clarifications, corrections, and/or revisions to the original contract. Moderate Priority References supersede Baseline Priority References to the extent that they modify the baseline requirements - but are superseded by Highest Priority References.

(3) The project SOW including specific requirements, standards, and criteria referenced.

(4) Published DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFCs) as applicable to the scope of the project, including specific criteria, versions, and references contained therein. See UFC 1-200-01 (DoD Building Code) for basic implementation, scoping, and applicability statements for the UFCs.

(5) Other Government, service, and/or agency “baseline” criteria sets as defined by the project’s AE SOW.

2.3.3 Baseline Priority References

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(6) Government criteria, references, and standards defined by this DG, as applicable to the project.

(7) Industry criteria, references, and standards, as referenced and as applicable to the project.

3 DESIGN PHASES

Project scope, requirements, and criteria are described in the SOW and associated requirements documents. Design is usually accomplished in phases as outlined in paragraph 5 below, but see the project/task specific SOW for project-specific design phases and deliverable requirements.

Prepare the drawings, design analysis, specifications, and cost estimate for each phase in accordance with instructions contained within the appropriate chapters of this DG and the

SOW.

4 ESTIMATES

Follow the Cost Engineering Instructions in this DG and as amended by the SOW.

5 SCOPE AND SCHEDULE OF CONTRACT SERVICES

5.1 AE SERVICES

The specific design phase requirements for a project are defined in the SOW. AE contracts normally provide for one or more of the following design phases:

(1) Studies, Renderings and Models

(2) Programming/Planning Phase and/or Design Kickoff – up to 10% design complete.

(3) Project Definition – 10 to 15% design complete.

(4) Schematic Design – 30% to 35% design complete

(5) Value Engineering Phase

(6) Design Development Phase – 35% thru 65% design complete.

(7) Interim Design – 50%-65% design complete

AE services contracts may contain optional provisions, such as a value engineering review/participation, preparing color boards and furniture, fixtures, and equipment (FF&E) packages, reviewing of shop drawings, preparing as-built drawings, or providing engineering services during construction. Occasionally, AE contracts are for special services such as preparation of master planning studies or special reports. During the progress of the design, minor changes in basic design criteria, which are within the general scope of work, should be expected by the AE. Make necessary adjustments in work accordingly. Provide all documents required by a submittal at one time. The incremental submission of the required documents at any stage (i.e. concept, schematic designs, and finals) is not acceptable, except when specifically authorized in writing. It is the designer's responsibility to complete competent, properly coordinated, and thoroughly checked design documents according to the agreed-upon

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5.1.1 Studies, Renderings and Models

(1) Studies: At various times, studies will be required that do not conveniently fit into the design phases and procedures required in this DG.

(2) Interior/exterior color renderings necessary for a visual presentation to the customer shall be furnished only as determined during the pre-design meeting, funded, and as directed in the SOW for AE projects.

(3) Renderings: The style of rendering and number of views required will be identified in the SOW. Final rendering size, matting, framing and glazing will also be established at the Pre-Design conference. Each framed rendering will include: the project name, project location, 50th Civil Engineer Squadron, and the AE firm’s name.

(4) Models: The size, scale, construction methods and materials, and functions of the model will be determined at the Pre-Design conference.

All of these requirements will be incorporated in the project specific SOW issued to the AE on an as needed basis.

5.1.2 Charrette

A charrette is a hybrid between the project definition and schematic design phase. The need for and type of charrette will be called out in the project specific SOW and will require a specific charrette report template which will also be called out in the project specific SOW.

5.2 RAPID CONSTRUCTION

The specific design phase requirements for a project are defined in the SOW. Rapid construction contracts normally provide for one or more of the following design phases:

(1) Schematic Design – 30% to 35% design complete

(2) Interim Design – 50% - 65% design complete

5.3 DEFINITIONS

5.3.1 Design Analysis

(1) Beginning at the 35% design submittal provide the design analysis with each submittal.

(2) The design analysis is not a contract document, but rather, final documentation of the basis of design for the 50th Civil Engineer Squadron (50 CES), and digital archival document for 50 CES. The design analysis should be developed from Schematic Design to include a discussion of any new or unfamiliar products, critical

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(3) The design analysis is a written explanation of the project design and is expanded and revised for each submission. The design analysis shall contain a summary of the criteria for and the history of the project design, including criteria designated by the customer, letters, codes, references, conference/meeting minutes, and pertinent research. The justification for each major selection and design decision shall be clearly stated. Design calculations, computerized and manual, shall be included in the design analysis in a digital format.

Narrative descriptions of design solutions shall also be included. Diagrams and sketches to convey design concepts may be provided to illustrate all written material.

Design phase review comments and the specific actions (annotations) taken in response to each comment from the preceding design phase review shall be included with each submission of the design analysis. A separate section with pertinent notes to the 50 CES PM shall also be included. Specific requirements for the design analysis are provided in other chapters of this DG.

5.3.2 Drawings

Drawings are required in each design submittal. The drawings at each submittal stage shall be complete to the extent commensurate with the specific phase of design (e.g. 35%, 65% etc.), thoroughly checked, and coordinated. Specific drawing requirements are defined below and in other chapters of this DG.

5.3.3 Specifications

The latest Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) MasterFormat is mandatory. The specifications shall be developed in accordance with guidance provided below and in other chapters of this DG. Use of the Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS) is required, unless otherwise approved by the 50 CES. All sections of the UFGS can be found online at the Whole Building Design Guide (WBDG) website:

https://www.wbdg.org/ffc/dod/unified-facilities-guide-specifications-ufgs.

5.3.4 Project Definition (10%-15%)

This submittal represents approximately 10% to 15% of the design effort, and shall be used to document and validate the projects’ requirements and the construction cost.

5.3.5 Schematic Design (30%-35%)

This submittal represents approximately 30% to 35% of the design effort and shall be of sufficient detail to show how the users' functional and technical requirements will be met, indicate the designer's approach to the solution of technical problems, show compliance

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(1) Design Analysis:

(a) Design narrative, notes to the 50 CES PM, and design calculations for all disciplines.

(b) Intended (outline form) specifications list. For the FRMACC, this will be the applicable specs from the FRMACC list of specifications. If the project requires a specification other than what is listed in the FRMACC, the contractor shall identify accordingly.

(c) Environmental permitting memorandums

(2) Concept/schematic drawings.

(3) Bidding schedule with Bid Options identified when applicable.

(4) Anticipated construction cost estimate.

(5) Required information and data for each required permit.

(6) Annotated Project Definition review comments.

5.3.6 Value Engineering

If the SOW does not annotate the requirements for a Value Engineering (VE) Study, then disregard this section.

(1) Shortly after or in conjunction with the Schematic Design submittal, the designer shall perform a VE Study as directed in the SOW. It is strongly recommended that the VE Study be conducted on SAFB at the location of where the project is intended, and involve the user and Base representatives.

(2) This effort shall include study of design memorandum documents, cost data, and other information furnished as the basis of the design. The VE study shall develop alternate designs to achieve the required mission(s) or function(s) at the lowest overall cost consistent with performance for structures, facility siting, site development, equipment, electrical, mechanical, and materials or methods. The study includes examination of high cost items including life cycle cost, anticipated construction time, and conservation of energy. Design details and analysis will be considered and alternatives developed as appropriate. The VE team should consider the latest technology in development of alternatives to achieve maximum results for life cycle cost, energy conservation, functional use, maintainability, and initial cost (construction) savings.

(3) The VE team members shall have no prior input/knowledge of the design.

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Following disciplines are recommended based on SOW requirements for participation; architect, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and cost engineering. Selected team members will be different from the design team. All members should have past experience performing VE analysis.

(4) The VE Study report can be electronic, hard copy or both depending on requirements of SOW and at a minimum should consider the following sections:

(a) Transmittal letter.

(b) Cover Sheet.

(c) Table of Contents.

(d) Summary of existing and proposed design.

(e) Study Methodology.

(f) Tabulation of proposed changes with initial cost savings, operations and maintenance costs, and energy savings displayed separately. Life cycle cost analysis shall be included. Present worth and annualized cost shall be computed using ten percent (10%) per annum.

(g) Advantages and disadvantages of proposed changes.

(h) Appropriate drawings for each proposed change showing the existing conditions and proposed alternatives.

(i) Parametric estimates comparing the existing design with all proposed changes.

(j) Results and conclusions.

(k) Recommendations shall include comments concerning the feasibility of implementation of each proposal. A separate summary tabulation will be included in the front of the report indicating if the change is minor of major with recommendations concerning the most efficient way to accomplish each change.

(l) List of possible design conflicts.

5.3.7 Interim Design (50%-65%)

This submittal, if required, is intended to insure that funding limitations are not being exceeded and that the drawings, design analysis, specifications, and cost estimate are proceeding in a timely manner and that the design criteria and previous review comments are being correctly interpreted. Redlined marked up specifications will be submitted at this design phase. The Interim Design shall consist of:

(1) Design Analysis developed to approximately 60% completion.

(2) Approximately 60% complete drawings including those addressing construction phasing.

(3) Detailed, line item, cost estimate to approximately 60% completion including Bid Options where applicable.

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(4) Redlined (marked up) specifications and draft construction deliverables table (Form

66) for prospective contractors.

(5) Annotated Concept review comments.

(6) Completed permit applications. If an Interim submittal was not required, the completed permit applications are required 60 days prior to the Final submittal.

6 REVIEW PROCEDURES

Design verification requires Government and stakeholder review to a degree commensurate with the complexity of the project. Submittals and reviews may be required at any of the various phases. Such review will not relieve the contractor from performing all contract requirements, except as may be waived by written instruction. The SOW will indicate the specific review format and methodology required. All data prepared by the contractor will be reviewed by the Government for conformance with contract requirements; however, it is important that before submission the contractor carefully review the design and carefully check and coordinate all elements thereof to insure that the design is clear, consistent and complete.

The contractor will comply with all comments noted, except as provided below, making the necessary corrections on the original drawings or data sheets. If, during the correction of data, a difference of opinion develops concerning the marked corrections, or if there are any additional changes found necessary by the contractor, contact the 50 CES via telephone or email to discuss these differences. In order to facilitate checking, if either (1) the contractor has made changes other than those necessary to comply with contract comments or (2) following attempts to resolve differences, there are still 50 CES comments that are not complied with, the contractor will annotate the "50 CES Comments" in the manner prescribed hereafter. Such explanatory notes will fully explain the reasons for non-compliance. In the event that a comment was mutually agreed upon by the 50 CES to be withdrawn or partially changed, such annotation will indicate the date the decision was made, the venue (i.e. teleconference, face-to-fact meeting, email exchange, etc.), and which PM agreed to the non-compliance (i.e., “Provide ceramic tile in lieu of stained concrete in Toilet 102, because […] per teleconference […] date […] between Smith and Peters”).

6.1 REVIEW SYSTEM.

The contractor will formulate a Comment Resolution Matrix (CRM) spreadsheet. Refer to Attachment A for an example format.

7 AUSTERITY IN DESIGN

Perform all design and construction consistent with principles of maximum economy. Such economy can only be gained by applying the greatest amount of architectural excellence in a way that is sensitive to the surrounding community, is consistent to the specific needs of the building's users, is aesthetically compatible with the local environment, is responsive to the issues of energy efficiency, and is harmonious with the highest principles of good design. Select materials and finishes in compliance with the SAFB Installation Facilities Standards in order to

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Mere differences in design opinion are insufficient reasons to require the designer to change the aesthetic direction of his/her product.

8 USE OF COMPUTER-AIDED ANALYTICAL PROGRAMS

50 CES encourages the use of computer-aided analytical and design tools whenever this will result in cost reductions and/or improved design. When used, comply with the following instructions. These instructions establish procedures to facilitate monitoring to assure that designs are consistent with conventional methods and 50 CES standards are attained, and that maximum benefits are realized from system integration and data feedback.

8.1 IDENTIFY PROGRAMS

Furnish write-ups and/or identify programs, which the AE intends to use on major features of the work as part of the preliminary submittal. Include sufficient detail so that the general method of solution and problem limitations may be identified and problem data may be assembled for trial runs by the PM, if desired. When programs not otherwise identified are implemented while the work is in progress, include enough input data and intermediate results to afford manual checks on the final results.

8.2 DESCRIPTION OF PROGRAMS

When designs are accomplished by computer-aided analytical programs, the design analysis will include description of design methods, including assumptions, theories, and technical formulas employed. Copies of computer program input data and output listings will be presented, annotated in language understandable by personnel not familiar with the computer program systems, and accompanied by diagrams and notations of sufficient detail to facilitate manual checks of final results. Computer programs employed will be described so that the general methods of solution and program limitation are identified. Indicate location of the form of computer input data utilized in the design analysis.

8.3 DATA FILES

Unless otherwise specified, data files used for final computations must be retained by the designer for the life of the construction contract. Provide these materials to the PM, without additional cost, at any time during said period, and with each electronic design submittal package.

8.4 SPECIAL CONDITIONS

The Government’s approval of any computer program or acceptance of computed results does not relieve an AE of any responsibility for accuracy of data or technical validity of assumptions and formula used.

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9 SAFETY

Include the necessary features required to produce a facility in which safety has been incorporated so as to conform to the established safety codes and regulations. Give particular attention to such safety features as snow guards, windscreens, mechanical equipment guards, stairway head clearances, handrails, access hatches, ladder climbing devices, fixed ladders, and non-slip treads.

10 SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT

Sustainable Design and Development (SDD) is an integrated approach to planning, designing, constructing, operating and maintaining facilities in an environmentally-sensitive manner. The main objectives of sustainable design are to avoid resource depletion of energy, water, and raw materials; prevent environmental degradation caused by facilities and infrastructure throughout their life cycle; and create built environments that are livable, comfortable, safe, and productive. The Department of Defense embraces SDD principles and has outlined its goals and requirements in UFC 1-200-02. See Chapter 21, SUSTAINABLE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT of this DG and the SOW for specific requirements.

11 ADVANCED MODELING (CAD/BIM/CIM/GIS)

Advanced modeling is a subset of geospatial information to include Building Information Modeling (BIM), Civil Information Modeling (CIM), Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Computer-Aided Design (CAD). Advanced modeling deliverables are models and drawings that form a digital representation of the project design, or part thereof, comprised of "Model Elements" with Facility and Site Data. Advanced modeling deliverables must be produced and formatted to comply with the minimum quality requirements defined in Chapter 16, ADVANCED MODELING REQUIREMENTS AND TECHNIQUES of this

DG.

12 UNITS OF MEASURE

Complete designs in Imperial (IP, e.g. feet, inches, pounds) units of measure. A neutral measurement is indicated by an identifier, which has no expressed relation to either a Metric (SI) or IP value (e.g. American Wire Gage (AWG) which indicates thickness but in itself is neither SI nor IP).

13 PUBLIC RELEASE OF INFORMATION

Refer any inquiries regarding a specific project to the SAFB Contracting Officer associated with the project, for a path forward. Do not publicize or release in any manner information or data in regard to projects which are being worked on or negotiated with SAFB. Do not discuss -prior to public release by SAFB - a project, any future program, or any planning with anyone not directly concerned with the design of the project or with an explicit need-to-know basis.

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14 CLASSIFIED INFORMATION

Classified information obtained from the Government will be treated in accordance with DD Form 254 and regulations specified in the contract concerning the protection of classified material. Return all such data to the Contracting Officer and/or PM upon completion of design and prior to finalization of contract award.

15 ENGINEERING INSPECTIONS/FIELD VISITS

15.1 PROJECT FEATURES

Many projects contain features, which must be built exactly as designed. Any changes to accommodate field conditions can result in the feature not adequately performing its required function. Any such changes should only be made at the direction of the designers, and may necessitate a visit to the construction site by the designer during critical construction periods.

Use field visits to inspect the project features to verify how field conditions compare with expected conditions, to observe conditions not fully covered in the design, and to assist field personnel in interpreting plans and specifications. The time and number of these visits are dependent upon the project, and requirements will be defined in the SOW.

15.2 FEATURE IDENTIFICATION

Clearly identify critical features of work in the design document that are of critical importance.

Edit the specifications to require the construction contractor to submit for review and approval by the designer, sufficient submittals to assure that the critical requirements have been adequately addressed prior to physical construction. In addition, prepare Engineering Considerations and Instructions (ECIs) for those elements of the design that must be built as designed or that require designer approval for changes to accommodate field conditions. See Chapter 17 DESIGN ANALYSIS of this DG for additional information.

16 VALUE ENGINEERING

Each project with a Programmed Amount (PA) of $2 million or more is required to have Value Engineering oversight. This oversight is carried out by the 50 CES. A determination of Value Engineering level of effort is to take place at the outset of the project design effort and Value Engineering activities are to take place no later than the 35% design phase of a project.

The level of effort for an individual project can be as much as a multi-week, multi-disciplinary Value Engineering (VE) study conducted by a Certified Value Specialist (CVS), to a five- day (40 hours), multi-disciplinary VE study conducted by a CVS, to as little as a Low Opportunity Value Management Plan (VMP) that documents the scope of the project and why additional VE efforts outside of the determination of Low Opportunity for Value Engineering benefit is unnecessary.

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As with any 50 CES policy guidance, changes can and do occur from time to time and projects should always comply with the most current 50 CES guidance regardless of what is contained in this Design Guide. Consult with the 50 CES PM to ensure that current guidance is being followed.

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ATTACHMENT A

COMMENT REVIEW MATRIX

Submittal

Project #:

Project Title:

Reviewer (Name):

Reviewer (Org):

CE PM:

Date Reviewed:

ITEM NO. DOC REFERENCE COMMENT RESPONSE ADJUDICATION

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CHAPTER 2

SITE DESIGN

1. GENERAL

2. DESIGN CRITERIA

2.1 DESIGN CRITERIA, REGULATIONS, MANUALS AND STANDARDS

2.2 SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE DETAIL

3. DESIGN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

3.1 PROJECT DEFINITION(10% - 15%)

3.2 SCHEMATIC DESIGN (30% - 35%)

3.3 INTERIM DESIGN (50%-65%)

4. DRAWING COMPOSITION

4.1 PREPARATION

4.2 COMBINING PLANS

4.3 NOT-IN-CONTRACT

5. SITE STUDY

5.1 SITE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS

5.2 FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

5.3 SPATIAL RELATIONSHIPS

6. SITE LAYOUT GUIDANCE

6.1 BUILDING LOCATION

6.2 SITE ACCESS AND CIRCULATION

6.3 PARKING

6.4 DUMPSTER PAD

7. LANDSCAPE DESIGN GUIDANCE

8. LAWN IRRIGATION SYSTEM GUIDANCE

9. PETROLEUM FUEL FACILITIES

10. COMMON DEFICIENCIES

11. ENGINEERING CONSIDERATIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS (ECI) TO FIELD

PERSONNEL

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CHAPTER 2

SITE DESIGN

1 GENERAL

The instructions in this chapter provide guidance for the design criteria to be used for site and landscape design of a construction project. Excellence in design is a primary goal for all construction projects. Reaching this goal is largely determined by site and landscape design and requires a commitment to quality that is sensitive to both the environment and the needs of the facility users. Attention should be given to functional requirements, an aesthetic solution compatible with the surrounding area, life-cycle cost, energy conservation and reducing maintenance. Recognize that quality design does not imply added expense, and can provide savings in operating, maintenance and construction costs.

2 DESIGN CRITERIA

Design in accordance with the instructions contained in this Chapter and in other applicable chapters of this Design Guide (DG). Use applicable criteria from the following list in the design of this project. Utilize the most current edition of the code or criteria (with changes) available at the time of contract award; unless noted otherwise.

2.1 DESIGN CRITERIA, REGULATIONS, MANUALS AND STANDARDS

2.1.1 Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC).

(1) UFC 3-201-01 Civil Engineering.

(2) UFC 3-201-02 Landscape Architecture.

(3) UFC 3-210-10 Low Impact Development.

(4) UFC 3-460-01 Petroleum Fuel Facilities.

2.1.2 Schriever Air Force Base (SAFB)

(1) Installation Design Guide. (IDG).

(2) Installation Facilities Standards (IFS).

2.1.3 American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

(AASHTO)

(1) A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets.

(2) Guide for Transportation Landscape and Environmental Design.

(3) Guide for the Planning, Design, and Operation of Pedestrian Facilities.

2.1.4 Accessibility Standards

36 CFR 1191 Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines

(ADAAG) for Buildings and Facilities; Architectural

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Barriers Act (ABA) Accessibility Guidelines.

2.1.5 American Nursery & Landscape Association (ANLA)

ANSI/ANLA Z60.1 American Standard for Nursery Stock.

2.1.6 United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for: Seed Mixes, Rates and Fertilizers.

2.1.7 State and Local Agencies

University Agronomists and County Agricultural Extension Services for: Seed Mixes, Rates, and Fertilizers.

2.1.8 U.S. Federal Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration

Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).

2.2 SCHRIEVER AIR FORCE BASE DETAILS

Landscape details specific to a project, other than what is required in this chapter, shall be provided in the project Statement of Work (SOW)

3 DESIGN SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

3.1 PROJECT DEFINITION (10% - 15%)

3.1.1 Drawings

(1) Vicinity Map and Location Plan The Vicinity Map is a small- scale drawing showing the location of the installation, area, or community in relationship to surrounding cities and roads, similar to a road map. Show the project’s location, the Contractor’s Access Route and Staging Area on the installation or within the area or community in the Location Plan.

(2) Removal Plan

Show the existing site before construction and the removals required by the construction of this project in the Removal Plan. Include the field survey (or designer’s developed CAD file when survey is not yet completed) to show all above and below ground utilities, buildings, roads, parking, walks, trees, turf, walls, storage tanks, foundations, athletic facilities and existing contours.

Appropriately label and hatch all items known to require removal, relocation, 2 - 4 or modification.

(3) Site Plan Show the basic site layout and existing site features and structures to remain on the project site in the Site Plan. Label new fencing, pavements, and structures to indicate material types. Show key dimensions. Ensure new work is clearly evident from existing features. Incorporate comments from the previous submittal, applicable regulations and restrictions for clearances and setbacks; i.e., anti-terrorism, and explosive clearance zones, etc., as well as any specific orientation requests made by the User.

3.1.2 Design Analysis (DA)

For general requirements see Chapter 17, DESIGN ANALYSIS in this DG.

Provide list of design criteria. Give the basis and reasons for design, i.e., goals, objectives and priorities. Clearly explain the recommended site development concept. Address energy conservation measures taken in the site design.

Document pollution prevention measures and other environmental considerations made during design.

3.1.3 Review Conference

A Review Conference must be attended by the Architect-Engineer’s site/landscape designer, or a representative thereof. The conference will typically be held at the installation, with representatives of the installation and the Architect-Engineer firm being in attendance. The purpose of the conference is to discuss comments on the project definition design documents. Include approved comments in future submittals. Compile site information and requirements during the meeting and include in the meeting minutes that are prepared by the Architect- Engineer upon completion of the Conference.

3.2 SCHEMATIC DESIGN (30% - 35%)

3.2.1 Drawings

(1) Vicinity Map and Location Plan The Vicinity Map is a small- scale drawing showing the location of the installation, area, or community in relationship to surrounding cities and roads, similar to a road map. Show the project’s location, the Contractor’s Access Route and Staging Area on the installation or within the area or community on the Location Plan.

construction of this project in the Removal Plan. Include the field survey (or designer’s developed CAD file when survey is not yet completed) to show all

2 - 5 above and below ground utilities, buildings, roads, parking, walks, trees, turf, walls, storage tanks, foundations, athletic facilities and existing contours in the Removal Plan. Appropriately label and hatch all items to be removed, relocated or modified.

Show the site layout, site structures, special features, and existing site features and structures to remain on the project site in the Site Plan. The more intricate aspects of design have not been developed at this stage of the design. Label new fencing, pavements, and structures shall be labeled to indicate material types. Key dimensions will be shown. New work will be clearly evident from existing features. Incorporate comments from the previous submittal, applicable regulations and restrictions for clearances and setbacks; i.e., anti-terrorism and explosive clearance zones, etc., as well as any specific orientation requests made by the User.

3.2.2 Design Analysis (DA)

For general requirements see Chapter 17, DESIGN ANALYSIS of this DG.

Include a summary of the basic information and conclusions presented in the previous submittal in the DA. Provide list of design criteria. Give the basis and reasons for design, i.e., goals, objectives and priorities. Clearly explain the recommended site development. Address energy conservation measures taken in the site design. Document pollution prevention measures and other environmental considerations made during design. Give landscape design considerations with regard to site conditions, climate, soils, water, erosion, in selection of materials.

3.2.3 Review Conference

be held at the installation, with representatives of the installation and the Architect-Engineer firm being in attendance. The purpose of the conference is to discuss comments on the project definition design documents. Include approved comments in future submittals. Compile site information and requirements during

3.3 INTERIM DESIGN (50% - 65%)

3.3.1 Drawings

Provide detailed drawings of site furnishings; accessories; handicapped parking and provisions; and specific construction techniques, applications, and finishes when graphical clarification is necessary for design interpretation or construction quality.

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Not all details are required with this submittal, but sufficient details to allow for customer and engineering comments on the design shall be provided.

(1) Vicinity Map and Location Plan

The Vicinity Map is a small- scale drawing showing the location of the installation, area, or community in relationship to surrounding cities and roads, similar to a road map. The Location Plan shall show the project’s location, the Contractor’s Access Route and Staging Area on the installation or within the area or community.

construction of this project in the Removal Plan. Include the field survey (or designer’s developed CAD file when survey is not yet completed) to show all above and below ground utilities, buildings, roads, parking, walks, trees, turf, walls, storage tanks, foundations, athletic facilities and existing contours.

Appropriately label and hatch all items to be removed, relocated or modified.

Show the site layout, site structures, special features, and existing site features and structures to remain on the project site in the Preliminary Site Plan. The more intricate aspects of design are under development at this stage of the design. Label new fencing, pavements, and structures to indicate material types. Show key dimensions. Ensure new work is clearly evident from existing features. Incorporate comments from the previous submittal, applicable regulations and restrictions for clearances and setbacks; i.e., anti- terrorism and explosive clearance zones, etc., as well as any specific orientation requests made by the User.

3.3.2 Design Analysis (DA)

For general requirements see Chapter 17, DESIGN ANALYSIS of this DG. Include a summary of the basic information and conclusions presented in the previous submittal in the DA. Provide list of design criteria. Give the basis and reasons for design, i.e., goals, objectives and priorities. Clearly explain the recommended site development. Address energy conservation measures taken in the site design.

Document pollution prevention measures and other environmental considerations made during design.

3.3.3 Review Conference

be held at the installation, with representatives of the installation and the Architect-Engineer firm being in attendance. The purpose of the conference is to discuss comments on the project definition design documents. Include approved

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4 DRAWING COMPOSITION

4.1 PREPARATION

Prepare drawings of the project site by assembling a CAD file specifically for the purpose of plotting. The file must reference the survey file; removal plan, site layout file, as applicable;

and a border file. CAD file naming conventions and drafting standards must be followed.

Scales between 1:250 and 1:400 meters (1 inch = 20’ and 1 inch = 30’) are acceptable drawing scales for site drawings. Other drawing scales must be approved by the 50 CES PM. Develop a CAD survey file from other map sources if a field survey has not been completed at early design stages. These sources may be CAD files of installation master plans, as-built plans, or project files and drawings. Verify all information obtained from these sources. CAD files of actual field survey data must be used in the Final Design. Update all drawings to reflect the information provided by the field survey data.

4.2 COMBINING PLANS

Some combinations of plans on a drawing sheet may be made when plans have relatively small amounts of data that can be legibly combined with another plan. The Location Plan and Vicinity Map may be combined on the cover sheet with the index, or placed on the same sheet as the Site Plan. The Site Plan and the Utilities Plan may be combined as one plan with the approval by the 50 CES PM, or they may appear as separate plans on the same sheet of drawings. Under no circumstances will the Site Plan be combined as one plan with the Grading and Drainage Plan, although they may appear on the same sheet of drawings. Projects having little or no existing facilities to be removed may not require a separate removal plan, and the small amount of removals can be shown on the Site Plan.

4.3 NOT-IN-CONTRACT

Any work (construction, relocation and/or removal) shown on the drawings, that is to be performed by others shall be identified on the Site Plan, Removal, Utilities and/or Grading and Drainage Plans as "N.I.C." ("Not-In-Contract"). Note on each Plan that there is information on the Plans for work that is not in the contract.

5 SITE STUDY

5.1 SITE INVENTORY AND ANALYSIS

Perform a site inventory and analysis of existing site conditions to determine the opportunities and constraints of the site. Information should include, but not be limited to:

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5.1.1 On-site

Climate, geology and soils, historic or archeological features, land forms and floodplain, storm drainage, views, topography and slope analysis, vegetation and wildlife.

5.1.2 Off-site

Existing land use, location of adjacent facilities, vehicle and pedestrian traffic, noise generators, physical security, safety clearances, utilities, and visual quality.

5.2 FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Determine functional relationships of the project elements with the user. Analyze the functions of existing adjacent facilities to determine compatibility with the proposed functions. Verify the capability of the site to accommodate the project requirements as functionally arranged.

5.3 SPATIAL RELATIONSHIPS

Determine the appropriate location and spatial relationship of the project and supporting elements of the site to assure that the project requirements and the compatibility of functions are met.

6 SITE LAYOUT GUIDANCE

6.1 BUILDING LOCATION

Consider the dimensional, environmental, orientation, and visual determinants, as discussed in UFC 3-201- 01, when determining the building location.

6.2 SITE ACCESS AND CIRCULATION

The design must provide for the safe, efficient movement of pedestrians and vehicles. Consider travel routes and areas of pedestrian concentration when planning walks. UFC 3-201-01 provides guidance on the geometric design of walks. Follow the ADAAG for handicapped accessibility. Follow Anti- Terrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) Construction Standards when drop-off lanes and loading docks are included in the project’s scope. Design access drives to accommodate the full range of vehicles using the site. Design service drives to accommodate only the particular vehicle(s) using the drive. Meet all setbacks between roads, drives, and buildings as required by the AT/FP Standards. Ensure entrances to and from access drives have a minimum turning radii for the largest vehicle expected to use the drive. Throat widths and lengths shall accommodate incoming and outgoing traffic. Provide a minimum of 30.4 meters (100 feet) of unobstructed sight distance for turns from parking lots and service drives onto the access drive.

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6.3 PARKING

6.3.1 Privately-Owned Vehicle (POV) Parking

Locate off street parking facilities near the facilities served to the greatest extent possible. Meet all setbacks required by the AT/FP Standards. Parking on streets is discouraged due to traffic safety requirements.

6.3.2 Joint Use Parking

In the interest of economy and efficiency of land use, consider joint use parking provided it is approved by the project customer or user. Applications occur where a predominately daytime activity adjoins a predominately evening activity, or a weekday activity adjoins a weekend activity.

6.3.3 Size and Layout of Facilities

Design most POV parking with 90-degree stalls. Angled parking may be used when it is the only practical method, or is requested by the User. See UFC 3-201-01 for parking stall sizes for 90-degree and angled parking layouts. Adjust end islands as shown in the UFC to allow for a 4.5-meter (15-foot) inside turning radius by vehicles. Provide for more than one entrance and exit in parking lots with more than 100 parking spaces. Follow the ADAAG for the design of handicapped parking stalls. Provide motorcycle parking and bike racks on concrete paving if appropriate.

6.3.4 Criteria for Quantity of Parking

Criteria for determining the appropriate number of parking stalls for POV authorized vehicles is either given in the Project DD Form 1391, Government furnished Project documents or UFC 3-201-01. Determine the quantity of handicapped stalls as required by the ADAAG.

6.3.5 Government Vehicles (GOV) Vehicle Parking

Determine space allowances for design of GOV parking by the size of the vehicles and their maneuvering capabilities. Vehicle sizes are normally available from the User. See UFC 3-201-01 for some general guidelines on vehicle sizes and minimum turning requirements. Additional vehicles are listed in AASHTO. Design POL vehicle stalls for “drive-thru” movement. Document vehicle parking design considerations in the DA.

6.4 DUMPSTER PAD

If the User requires a dumpster on site, a concrete dumpster pad and sanitation vehicle access pad will be provided. The chosen location shall consider the aesthetics of the building, accessibility by maintenance personnel, and the maneuverability of the servicing vehicle.

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Dumpsters may be screened with walls, landscaping and/or berming, as requested by the User.

Meer minimum setbacks as required by the AT/FP Standards.

7 LANDSCAPE DESIGN GUIDANCE

Provide a design that is both commensurate with the building's function and complementary to the architecture. Place emphasis on using plantings that require minimum maintenance. Plantings should supplement the energy efficiency of the building through wind control, temperature modification, and glare and reflection reduction, and, also reduce noise and control erosion.

Specify types of plant materials that are locally grown, commercially available and acclimated to the project environment. Large, dense trees and shrubs must be planted a minimum of 9.1 meters (30 feet) away from the building.

8 LAWN IRRIGATION SYSTEM GUIDANCE

Consider landscape material water use requirements, soils, slopes, exposure, existing systems and climatic factors in design of the system. Designate the trees, shrubs, ground covers, and lawn areas to be irrigated in the Irrigation Plan. Design of the Landscape Plan should consider arrangement and grouping of plant material by the same water use and soil type requirements.

Lawn and shrub bed areas are to be watered by separate irrigation sections. Trees and shrubs must be watered with trickle irrigation systems. All lawn areas must have full coverage and be watered with no less than 2 inches (50 millimeters) of water per week. The system must include a reduced pressure backflow preventer.

9 PETROLEUM FUEL FACILITIES

See Chapter 5: PAVEMENT, GRADING, DRAINAGE, AND OTHER CIVIL of this DG for petroleum fuel facility design requirements.

10 COMMON DEFICIENCIES

Requirements which are most often overlooked are:

(1) Incomplete drawings.

(2) Not providing correct and complete Design Analysis information. Design Analysis does not describe basis of site layout.

(3) Drawings cluttered, wrong line weights, difficult to read.

(4) Interference on site plans with underground utilities and new driveways, sidewalks, parking areas, landscape or other site improvements.

(5) Landscape design not done by a licensed professional Landscape Architect. Inadequate landscape design, failure to meet specific design objectives identified in the criteria, such as:

preserve and enhance existing landscape resources, improve overall visual quality, minimize maintenance requirements, consider environmental quality.

(6) Inadequate overall site development concept due to failure to assess and evaluate existing site conditions, resulting in poor design decisions.

(7) Lack of design coordination, often between buildings and their site development

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(8) Unsuccessful design, such as simply dropping the building into the center of a vacant site without making essential design considerations. Some of these may be: the organization of site access; the separation of auto, pedestrian and service traffic; the functional and visual organization of space, the establishment of compatible scale and character between buildings; provisions for…