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LAJES FIELD FACILITIES EXCELLENCE STANDARDS

MESSAGE FROM THE COMMANDER

The 65th Air Base Wing at Lajes Field, Azores, plays a significant role in the mission of the U.S. Air Forces in Europe by Proudly Providing World-Class Service and People to Enable, Beddown and Posture Expeditionary Forces - Ready to Fight and Win. We are committed to being the Premier Enabler of United States and Allied Expeditionary Forces.

Our presence here is a valuable asset to the United States and it is our responsibility to manage our resources wisely in coordination with our Portuguese hosts. These Facilities Excellence Standards will serve as an instrument in fulfilling this responsibility by guiding us in making sound decisions that improve the appearance and sustainability of Lajes Field, and thereby improve the quality of life of those individuals stationed here.

I strongly support these Facilities Excellence Standards as the guidelines for visual continuity and sustainability at Lajes Field and commit all of us to ensuring the information is accurately maintained and frequently used.

Colonel Barbara Jacobi Commander, 65th Air Base Wing

1-1 VOLUME I - INTRODUCTION

1-1.1 Purpose of the Documents 1-1.2 Executive Summary 1-1.3 Scope of the Standards 1-1.4 How to Use This Information

1-2 BASE INFORMATION

1-2.1 Geography 1-2.2 Base and Regional History 1-2.3 Island Profile 1-2.4 Climatic Considerations 1-2.5 Base Mission Statement 1-2.6 Base Organization

1-3 FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

1-3.1 Antiterrorism/Force Protection 1-3.2 Sustainable Development

1-4 PROJECT REVIEW AND APPROVAL

1-4.1 Review and Approval Process 1-4.2 Environmental Impact Analysis Process 1-4.3 HAAZ Submittal Procedures

1-5 AZORES CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES

1-5.1 Project Scope 1-5.2 Contract Documents 1-5.3 Labor 1-5.4 Materials 1-5.5 Shipping and Logistics 1-5.6 Estimating

VOLUME I - GENERAL INFORMATION, PROCEDURES and REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Volume I I

Volume II II

VOLUME II - COMPREHENSIVE PLANNING AND DESIGN

2-1 VOLUME II - INTRODUCTION

2-1.1 Base Development 2-1.1.1 Overall Base Development 2-1.1.2 Main Base Development 2-1.2 Portuguese Facilities 2-1.3 Functional Districts 2-1.4 Community Support District 2-1.5 Lodging and Dormitories District 2-1.6 Avenida do Imperio District 2-1.7 Industrial District 2-1.8 Beira Mar District 2-1.9 Nascer do Sol District 2-1.10 Supplemental Districts 2-1.10.1 Remote Facilities 2-1.10.2 South Tank Farm 2-1.10.3 Port Area

2-2 SITE PLANNING AND DESIGN

2-2.1 Site Analysis and Organization 2-2.2 Steep Slopes 2-2.3 Open Spaces 2-2.4 Buffers 2-2.5 Natural Areas 2-2.6 Sports and Recreation Areas 2-2.7 Public Building Entrances 2-2.8 Private Building Entrances 2-2.9 Plazas and Courtyards

2-3 VEHICULAR CIRCULATION

2-3.1 Primary Streets 2-3.2 Secondary Streets 2-3.3 Tertiary Streets 2-3.4 Streetscape 2-3.5 Intersections 2-3.6 Drives and Entrances 2-3.7 Parking Areas 2-3.8 Base Entrances

2-3.9 Drop-off/Pick-up Areas 2-3.10 Loading Docks 2-3.11 Vehicular Containment

2-4 PEDESTRIAN CIRCULATION

2-4.1 Pedestrian Facilities 2-4.2 Sidewalks 2-4.3 Site Stairs and Ramps 2-4.4 Stair and Ramp Railings 2-4.5 Bus Shelters 2-4.6 Trails

2-5 LANDSCAPE DESIGN

2-5.1 Partial Planting List 2-5.2 Xeriscape 2-5.3 Planting Practices 2-5.4 Landscape Maintenance 2-5.5 Foundation Plantings 2-5.6 Energy Efficient Landscape 2-5.7 Hardscapes

2-6 SITE FURNISHINGS

2-6.1 Playgrounds 2-6.2 Shelters and Pavilions 2-6.3 Picnic Areas 2-6.4 Picnic Tables 2-6.5 Benches 2-6.6 Trash Receptacles/Ash Urns 2-6.7 Garbage Dumpsters 2-6.8 Bollards 2-6.9 Bicycle Racks

2-7 FENCING AND GATES

2-7.1 Base Perimeter and Controlled Area Fencing 2-7.2 Residential, Boundary and Security Fencing

2-7.3 Decorative Fencing 2-7.4 Recreational Fencing 2-7.5 Construction Fencing 2-7.6 Sliding Gates 2-7.7 Swinging Gates 2-7.8 Pedestrian Gates

2-8 SCREENS AND WALLS

2-8.1 Site Screens 2-8.2 Building Screen Walls 2-8.3 Detached Screen Walls 2-8.4 Housing Equipment Screens 2-8.5 Stone Walls

2-9 EXTERIOR SIGNS

2-9.1 Freestanding Signs 2-9.2 Main Base Building Numbers 2-9.3 Housing Unit ID Signs 2-9.4 Commercial Signs 2-9.5 Marquee Signs 2-9.6 Reserved Parking Signs 2-9.7 HC/Specialty Parking Signs 2-9.8 Street Identification Signs 2-9.9 Vehicular Regulatory Signs 2-9.10 Warning Signs 2-9.11 Informational Signs 2-9.12 FPCON Signs 2-9.13 Specialty Signs

2-10 CONSTRUCTION SITES

2-10.1 Construction Area Screening 2-10.2 Construction Project Signs 2-10.3 Offices & Storage Containers 2-10.4 Construction Safety

2-11 PEST PREVENTION

Volume III III

VOLUME III - ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIOR DESIGN

3-1 VOLUME III - INTRODUCTION

3-1.1 Air Force Corporate Image 3-1.2 Azorean Architectural Heritage

3-2 EXTERIOR ARCHITECTURE AND MATERIALS

3-2.1 Architectural Character 3-2.1.1 Mass, Scale and Articulation 3-2.1.2 Form and Proportion 3-2.1.3 Fenestration 3-2.2 Main Base Colors and Materials 3-2.2.1 Exterior Walls 3-2.2.2 Window and Door Accents 3-2.2.3 Building Accents and Ornamentation 3-2.2.4 Fascias 3-2.2.5 Soffits 3-2.2.6 Gutters and Downspouts 3-2.2.7 Vents, Louvers and Pipes 3-2.3 Windows 3-2.3.1 Window Protection 3-2.4 Building Entrances and Exits 3-2.4.1 Exterior Doors 3-2.4.2 Door Hardware and Locks 3-2.4.3 Industrial Doors 3-2.4.4 Building and Egress Stairs 3-2.5 Roofs 3-2.5.1 Roofing Material 3-2.5.2 Roofing Equipment 3-2.5.3 Thermal and Moisture Protection 3-2.6 Loading Docks 3-2.7 Housing Colors and Materials 3-2.7.1 Beira Mar Existing Conditions

3-3 INTERIOR DESIGN AND MATERIALS

3-3.1 Administrative Office and Conference Areas 3-3.2 Executive Office and Conference Areas 3-3.3 Dormitories 3-3.4 Lodging 3-3.5 Bathrooms 3-3.6 Housing 3-3.7 Interior Walls 3-3.7.1 Interior Paint Colors 3-3.7.2 Vinyl Wall Coverings 3-3.7.3 Wall Protection 3-3.7.4 Wall Base 3-3.8 Floor Finishes 3-3.8.1 Vinyl Composition Tile 3-3.8.2 Concrete Flooring 3-3.8.3 Ceramic and Quarry Tile 3-3.8.4 Carpet 3-3.9 Interior Doors 3-3.9.1 Door Hardware and Locks 3-3.10 Window Treatments 3-3.11 Finish Carpentry 3-3.12 Interior Accessories 3-3.13 Ceilings and Light Fixtures 3-3.14 Furniture and Furnishings

3-4 INTERIOR SIGNS AND DISPLAYS

3-4.1 Room and Office Identification Signs 3-4.2 Workstation Identification Signs 3-4.3 Restroom and Stair Identification Signs 3-4.4 Ceramic Tile Signs 3-4.5 Informational and Safety Signs 3-4.6 Emergency Egress Signs 3-4.7 Directional Signs 3-4.8 Building Directories 3-4.9 Specialty Signs 3-4.10 Displays, Bulletin Boards and Frames

Volume IV IV

VOLUME IV - INFRASTRUCTURE STANDARDS AND MATERIALS

4-1 VOLUME IV - INTRODUCTION

4-2 CIVIL

4-2.1 Sitework 4-2.2 Earthwork 4-2.3 Demolition 4-2.4 Foundations 4-2.5 Concrete 4-2.5.1 Precast Concrete 4-2.5.2 Concrete Formwork 4-2.5.3 Curbs and Ditches 4-2.6 Pavements 4-2.6.1 European Pavement Markings

4-3 STRUCTURAL

4-3.1 Structural Design Criteria 4-3.2 General Masonry 4-3.2.1 Unit Masonry 4-3.2.2 Masonry Restoration 4-3.3 Stone 4-3.4 Metals 4-3.4.1 Metal Framing and Decking 4-3.4.2 Structural Steel and Joists 4-3.4.3 Metal Fabrication 4-3.5 Wood and Plastics 4-3.5.1 Framing Lumber

4-4 COMMUNICATIONS

4-4.1 Communications Engineering 4-4.2 AFN Distribution/CATV 4-4.3 Communications References 4-4.4 Typical Communications Room Layout - Small/Medium Size Facilities 4-4.5 Typical Communications Room Layout - Large Facilities or Fiber Optic Sub-Nodes/ITNs

4-5 ELECTRICAL

4-5.1 Power Production 4-5.2 Distribution and Utilization 4-5.2.1 Main Base Exterior Lighting 4-5.2.2 Housing Exterior Lighting 4-5.3 Interior Electrical Systems 4-5.3.1 Interior Lighting 4-5.3.2 Emergency/Security Systems and Lighting

4-6 ENVIRONMENTAL

4-6.1 Hazardous Waste Management 4-6.2 Waste and Recycling 4-6.3 Toxic Substance Management

4-7 FIRE PROTECTION

4-7.1 Fire Protection Standards 4-7.2 Sprinklers 4-7.3 Wet and Dry Risers 4-7.4 Fire Hydrants

4-8 MECHANICAL

4-8.1 HVAC Systems 4-8.2 Residential HVAC Systems

4-9 UTILITIES

4-9.1 Domestic Water 4-9.2 Waste Water Management 4-9.3 Storm Water Management 4-9.4 Office Area Plumbing Fixtures and Equipment 4-9.5 Residential Plumbing Fixtures and Equipment

4-10 LIQUID FUELS

4-10.1 Fuel Systems

APPENDIX A: REFERENCE LINKS

Appendix V

A-1 AIR FORCE

A-2 AIR FORCE SERVICES AGENCY

A-3 ANTITERRORISM/FORCE PROTECTION

A-4 UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA

A-5 ACCESSIBILITY

A-6 SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT

A-7 NON-GOVERNMENT

APPENDIX B: ACRONYMS

B-1 ACRONYMS

APPENDIX C: CREDITS

C-1 CREDITS

Volume I

1-1 VOLUME I - INTRODUCTION

1-1.1 Purpose of the Documents 1-1.2 Executive Summary 1-1.3 Scope of the Standards 1-1.4 How to Use This Information

1-2 BASE INFORMATION

1-2.1 Geography 1-2.2 Base and Regional History 1-2.3 Island Profile 1-2.4 Climatic Considerations 1-2.5 Base Mission Statement 1-2.6 Base Organization

1-3 FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

1-3.1 Antiterrorism/Force Protection 1-3.2 Sustainable Development

1-4 PROJECT REVIEW AND APPROVAL

1-4.1 Review and Approval Process 1-4.2 Environmental Impact Analysis Process 1-4.3 HAAZ Submittal Procedures

1-5 AZORES CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES

1-5.1 Project Scope 1-5.2 Contract Documents 1-5.3 Labor 1-5.4 Materials 1-5.5 Shipping and Logistics 1-5.6 Estimating

Volume I

VOLUME I - GENERAL INFORMATION, PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS

VOLUME I - TABLE OF CONTENTS

The Lajes Field Facilities Excellence Standards (LFFES) have been developed utilizing some information contained in the Azores Design Cri-teria (August 1986) and Lajes Field Architectural Compatibility Standards prepared for Air Combat Command. Since both of these old documents contain antiquated and outdated information, they should no longer be used. The LFFES have been created to replace these antiquated documents. These documents provide guid-ance for all decisions affecting development and construction at Lajes Field, from self-help to MILCON projects that will help support the USAFE Combat Proud initiative and the gen-eral guidance provided in the USAFE Facility Standards, Commander's Guide to Installation Excellence to help improve the appearance of our bases. The goal is to improve architectural compatibility, maintenance and provisioning of materials and equipment.

The information in Volume I contains an over-view of the purpose for the LFFES and detailed information regarding how this information is to be utilized and maintained. Background information regarding the base, regional history and the United States Air Force (USAF) mission is also provided. It addresses procedures for project initiation, review and approval, including the requirements necessary to submit projects for Headquarters, Azores Air Zone (HAAZ).

Volume I provides general facility requirement information, such as antiterrorism/force protec-tion and sustainable development requirements, that effect all aspects of planning, design, construction and maintenance of facilities at Lajes Field. Hyperlinks to detailed information found in other resource documents and USAF criteria have also been provided.

1-1 VOLUME I - INTRODUCTION 1-1.1 Purpose of the Documents

VOLUME I: GENERAL INFORMATION, PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS

The purpose of these documents is to establish base specific standards for materials, finishes, products and criteria for design of the built envi-ronment at Lajes Field. The guidance contained in these documents has been developed in conjunction with the current edition of the Lajes Field General Plan and all development and construction should comply with the direction of both documents. The LFFES and the General Plan are intended to be the primary sources of information and guidance for architects/engi-neers (A/Es) working on projects at Lajes Field and base personnel responsible for design, construction management and maintenance of facilities at this installation.

Private sector firms contracted to provide profes-sional architectural or engineering services should become familiar with these guidelines prior to the start of a project. They are intended to address all types of projects including:

■ Military Construction (MILCON)

■ Sustainment, Restoration and Modernization by Contract (SRMC)

■ Simplified Acquisition Base Engineering Requirements (SABER) Projects

■ Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract Work

■ In-House Work Orders

■ Self-Help Projects

■ Equipment and Furniture Purchases

Compliance with the direction provided in these documents will help establish architectural compatibility in the USAF facilities and assure consistency in the design, materials and construction techniques utilized throughout the base.

1-1.2 Executive Summary The LFFES are intended to create a common understanding among Lajes Field base leader-ship, base design professionals and contractors regarding the desired character and type of construction on base. Implementation of these standards is intended to streamline the design review process by identifying acceptable design ideas and elements. Guidance provided for architectural and engineering designs will help facilitate overall base uniformity and consistency, while creating a campus type of character.

These standards and design principles will improve the processes for building and maintain-ing the USAF facilities at this base. The inten-tion of this document is to establish standards for engineering construction quality and to create a unified visual character across the base, while allowing for creativity and flexibility in architectural expression. The criteria provided lists materials and systems that are compatible with and available in the region. Alignment with these standard criteria will help facilitate maintenance procedures and development of construction contracts and documents.

Plans and programs for future construction on Lajes Field must follow the Agreement on Coop-eration and Defense Between the United States of America and Portugal (Technical Agreement) and the guidelines established in the General Plan. Any deviations must be approved by the Lajes Field Facilities Board (FB), Wing Com-mander and finally by the Portuguese govern-ment.

Headquarters, Azores Air Zone (HAAZ) is the Portuguese government entity tasked with review and approval of all additions, changes and new construction of building exteriors, land-scape and civil projects at Lajes Field. HAAZ is the Portuguese command that has ownership and final jurisdiction over the design of the base.

The LFFES provide architectural, engineering and facilities infrastructure guidance to support new construction and renovation of existing structures. They identify functional solutions that have worked for Lajes in the past, as well as lessons learned at other bases. Design criteria, materials and products are specified to help eventually eliminate obsolete products and materials, when implemented through new construction, renovation and repair projects.

The LFFES provide some strict solutions for particular buildings and also general guidance that can be applied to similar situations. It is intended for use by personnel involved in all phases of facility planning and design. Base personnel should refer to this manual when designing new buildings, additions or mainte-nance programs for existing structures and as a self-help planning and advice guide.

1-1.3 Scope of the Standards The LFFES were created as a living document and this information will require maintenance and regular updates as the availability of prod-ucts and materials changes over time. It will be primarily available in digital format as both an HTML website for on-line viewing and as a Portable Document File (PDF) for downloading and printing.

1-1.4 How to Use This Information

Website Homepage

Only a limited number of printed hard copies will be provided to make it easier to keep these hard copies updated with the most current information regarding the availability of products and materi-als specified in the guide. The original source files for both the printed documents and HTML website files will be periodically updated in-house by the 65th Civil Engineer Squadron (65 CES) as changes or modifications are required.

Passenger Terminal Welcome Sign

VOLUME I: GENERAL INFORMATION, PROCEDURES AND REQUIREMENTS

Lajes Field is Portuguese Air Base No. 4 (AB4), where the 65th Air Base Wing (65 ABW) is stationed as the American host for this installa-tion by agreement with the Republic of Portugal.

It is a Portuguese owned and hosted base. In 1953, the U.S. Forces Azores Command was organized as subordinate Unified Command under the Commander-in-Chief, U.S. Atlantic.

In February 1953, the 1605th Air Base Wing of the Military Airlift Command was established and on 1 January 1982, it was changed to 1605th Military Airlift Support Wing. In January 1992, the 1605th Military Airlift Support Wing was re-designated as the 606th Military Airlift Support Wing. On 1 June 1992, the Wing was re-designated as the 65th Support Wing. In July 1993, it was re-designated again as the 65th Air Base Wing. Due to force restructuring in 2002, Lajes Field was reassigned from Air Combat Command (ACC) to United States Air Forces Europe (USAFE).

The Wing Commander is the local representa-tive for the U.S. Ambassador to the Portuguese military and civil authorities concerning all military activities in the Azores. In wartime, the Wing Commander assumes operational control of all U.S. military forces in the Azores and its adjacent waters. The command mission is to support NATO forces in the area, assist in pro-viding local defense if requested and to protect and evacuate U.S. civilians, if necessary.

The current mission for AB4 is search and rescue and base defense. Puma helicopters are used to carry out search and rescue missions along with other Portuguese aircraft utilized for air transport and medical evacuations within the archipelago.

1-2 BASE INFORMATION

Terceira Island is one of 9 islands of the Azores.

It is located about 3,500 km (2,220 miles) east of New York City and 1,370 km (850 miles) west of Portugal. The island is approximately 19 km (12 miles) north to south and 32 km (20 miles) east to west. Lajes Field is on the northeast edge of the island. The Azores have a population of approximately 250,000 with about 59,000 of those living on Terceira. The largest towns on the island are Angra do Heroismo, with around 24,000 residents and Praia da Victoria, with about 9,000 residents.

1-2.1 Geography Lajes Field occupies approximately 1.52 square miles (973 acres) of the island in addition to 19 off base sites for navigational aids, communica-tion aids, water wells, ammunition and fuel storage, which combined total an additional .74 square miles (472 acres). Lajes Field employs approximately 1,000 military, 200 U.S.civilian and almost 900 Portuguese civilian personnel.

1-2 BASE INFORMATION

Azores Island Map

Portuguese seafarers, under the direction of Henry the Navigator, discovered the Azores Islands in 1432. Colonization of the islands began in 1452, led by Concalo Velho Cabral, a Portuguese nobleman. The Azores quickly became important as a port of call for sailing ships crossing the Atlantic between the New World, Africa and Europe, as well as those returning to Europe from India.

The islands also became the scene of battles between merchant ships and French, Moorish and English pirates. Christopher Columbus is reported to have stopped at Santa Maria on one of his voyages of discovery to North America.

Terceira islanders, in particular, are proud of their role in the discovery of the “New World.”

Gasper Corte Real, a native of Terceira, discov-ered Newfoundland. His brother, Miguel, may have visited North America before Columbus.

Labrador, a farmer from Terceira, is said to have discovered the land that bears his name.

By the 16th century, Terceira, the “Gibraltar of the Atlantic,” was a base of power by which Portugal protected her lines of defense and colonies when Philip II of Spain successfully claimed the vacant throne. Terceira refused to accept Spanish rule and became the center of Portuguese resistance for two years.

Spain’s first attempt to crush Portuguese independence resulted in a humiliating defeat for what was then Europe’s strongest military power. The Spanish attempted an amphibi-ous landing by sending 2,000 men ashore on Terceira. The outnumbered defenders waited for the heavily armed attackers to reach the shore, then drove a large herd of wild bulls onto the beach. Nearly 1,500 of the invaders reportedly drowned as they struggled to return to their ships.

1-2.2 Base and Regional History As a tribute to the islanders’ resistance, the capital of Terceira was later named Angra do Heroismo, which translates to English as “Bay of Heroism.”

One of the most important historic buildings in the Azores is the Citadel of St. John the Baptist, located on the isthmus of Monte Brazil, over-looking Angra. Philip II began construction of the formidable fortress in 1590, after resistance in the Azores was subdued. However, Portugal regained its independence from Spain in 1642 and soon thereafter, King John IV ordered a church built within the fortress. It was to be called the Church of St. John the Baptist, from which the Citadel acquired its present name.

A Portuguese army battalion stationed on Terceira still uses portions of the fortress. In the 18th and 19th centuries, the Azores Islands held a prominent place in the whaling industry of the Atlantic. Many Azoreans signed on as crew-man for American whaling ships. Some later immigrated to the United States and founded Portuguese communities in California and New England. Until recently, whaling continued on a lesser scale in Pico, Sao Miguel and Faial.

Terceira Island Map

With the development of aviation, the Azores became an important element in trans-Atlantic air travel. This was first demonstrated in 1919 when A.C. Red, a U.S. Navy Commander, made a refueling stop at Faial during the first crossing of the Atlantic Ocean by air. The British and then the United States, used the islands as a mid-Atlantic refueling stop in World War II, both for cargo aircraft and for combat aircraft being ferried to both Africa and Europe.

In 1945, the joint forces on Terceira were han-dling 3,000 aircraft per month, as they became known as the “Atlantic Crossroads” and “Grand Central Station” of the Atlantic. In 1946, as the British left Terceira, the Portuguese government asked the U.S. to move its forces to Terceira.

In 1952, the U.S. Army transferred a transporta-tion unit to the base. In 1953, the U.S. Air Force established an air wing and in 1957, the U.S.

Navy joined the forces. NATO called on Lajes Field recently to support Operations DESERT

SHIELD, DESERT STORM, RESTORE HOPE,

ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM.

Lajes Field on Terceira is now the center of military aviation in the Azores. The airport at Sao Miguel handles much of the international commercial aviation traffic.

1-2.2 (continued) Dairy farming is the primary industry on Terceira.

While crop farming has decreased recently, growing tobacco, rye, corn, clover, wheat, beans, tea, grapes, chicory, bananas and pineapples are the main crops. Fishing is still an active industry for the Azores.

Azoreans are known for their craftsmanship in weaving, embroidery and production of tools, utensils and farm implements. While the Azores operate as a regional autonomy, they also fall under the sovereignty of the Portuguese Republic. The Regional Government consists of a president and ten functional secretaries who perform public administration and develop economic proposals.

The National Government is responsible for defense, fiscal policy and foreign affairs. A Minister of the Republic performs coordination between the national and regional government.

He is chosen by the Portuguese Prime Minister and appointed by the President of the Republic.

The U.S. presence is a well-accepted and inte-gral part of the community. Many Americans live off base. There is a policy that U.S. personnel rotate every 15 to 24 months on average. This detracts from long-term, consistent knowledge by Americans of the design and construction criteria or background on base.

1-2.3 Island Profile

1-2 BASE INFORMATION

Terceira Island

Town of Lajes Aerial View

Terceira IslandLajes Field

The 65 ABW is the American host unit at Lajes Field, Terceira Island, Azores, Portugal. This USAFE unit is the largest U.S. military orga-nization in the Azores. The mission of the 65 ABW is Proudly Providing World-Class Service and People to Enable, Beddown and Posture Expeditionary Forces - Ready to Fight and Win.

This support includes providing fuel and facilities needed. The primary mission of Lajes Field is to support U.S. and allied forces operating in the region. Many of these planes are crossing the Atlantic going to and from the U.S. or other overseas locations.

The Wing Commander reports to the Com-mander, United States Air Forces in Europe, Ramstein AB, Germany, through the Com-mander, 3rd Air Force, RAF Mildenhall, United Kingdom. The Wing provides base and en route support for Department of Defense (DoD), allied nations and other authorized aircraft transiting the installation. Aircraft supported by the Wing come from various nations, including the Neth-erlands, Belgium, Canada, France, Italy, Colom-bia, Germany, Venezuela and Great Britain.

In addition to the Wing, some other units at Lajes Field include the U.S. Army's Strategic Deployment Distribution Command, Air Mobil-ity Command’s 729th Air Mobility Squadron, Detachment 6 of the Air Force News Agency, Detachment 250 of the Air Force Office of Special Investigations, Defense Reutilization Marketing Office (DRMO), Army and Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) and the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA).

1-2.5 Base Mission Statement U.S. European Command (EUCOM) Headquartered in Stuttgart, Germany, the U.S.

European Command is a unified combat com-mand whose mission is to:

■ Maintain ready forces to conduct the full spectrum of military operations unilaterally or in concert with the coalition partners

■ Enhance transatlantic security through support to NATO

■ Promote regional stability

■ Advance U.S. interests in Europe, Africa and the Middle East

U.S. Air Forces in Europe (USAFE) Headquartered at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, U.S. Air Forces in Europe is a USAF major command and the air component of the U.S.

European Command. USAFE accomplishes its mission with its 16 installations, five of which are main operating bases situated across Europe.

The command consists of approximately 76,500 people. USAFE services 36,000 active-duty airmen and reservists, 37,000 dependents and 3,500 civilian employees.

65th Air Base Wing (65 ABW) The 65th Air Base Wing’s primary mission is to provide support to DoD and allied aircraft transit-ing Lajes Field and to provide support services and facilities for other U.S. military organizations in the Azores.

1-2.6 Base Organization Wind and rain are considered “trademarks” of the Azores, though the climate is mild. Storms pass through fairly frequently during the winter months, but there are also periods of beautiful weather during that time. For example, the golf course does not close during the winter, though there are times when it is preferable to stay in the clubhouse. The summer months are quite pleasant, with lows around 15°C (60°F) and highs between 21°C and 27°C (70°F-80°F).

Winter temperatures are usually near 10°C to 15°C (50°F to 60°F) and only rarely does the temperature dip below 7°C (45°F).

The winter months have the strongest winds, often up to and beyond 120 km/hr (75 mph).

Rainfall averages 1200 mm (45.5 inches) annu-ally, with the greatest monthly rainfall occurring in winter. Hurricanes or tropical storms may occur from July to October, bringing high winds and rainfall. Snow and freezing conditions are non-existent due to the moderating influence of the ocean waters. Prevailing winds are from the northwest.

In Terceira’s moderate climate, a primary design objective is to minimize summer solar gain. In winter, heat loss shall be minimized, solar gain can be used to advantage and protection from wind is required. Design strategies include shading building walls and roofs with deciduous trees on south, east and west sides, providing ample roof and crawl space ventilation and orienting the building to benefit from summer breezes. Thermally massive envelope materi-als, such as masonry walls and clay tile roofing, are recommended to reduce peak air condition-ing loads by delaying peak heat gain.

1-2.4 Climatic Considerations

All projects must be designed, constructed and renovated in accordance with DoD criteria.

These criteria are based on national standards, private sector consensus standards and model codes. Refer to UFC 200-01, Design: General Building Requirements for specific guidance. In the event of conflicts between model codes and DoD criteria, use DoD requirements.

In addition to DoD and AF general require-ments, compliance with additional guidelines, regulations and codes are also required for specific areas. For example, all facilities shall be designed to be accessible to and usable by persons with disabilities. In the event of a conflict, the most stringent codes shall apply.

Comply with the standards and guidelines of the following regulations and codes:

■ Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines (ADAAG)

■ Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

(UFAS)

■ International Building Code (IBC), Current Edition

1-3 FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

1-3 FACILITY REQUIREMENTS

The USAF Sustainable Design Policy is to apply sustainable development concepts in the planning, design, construction, environmental management, operation, maintenance and disposal of facilities and infrastructure projects, consistent with budget and mission require-ments. Use a practical combination of site selection and siting, energy conserving building envelope technologies, energy efficient lighting, occupant sensing controls, variable frequency drives for motors and exhaust fans and high efficiency HVAC systems to achieve this goal.

Incorporate renewable energy principles, such as day lighting, passive and active solar heating, natural ventilation and photo-voltaics, where they are life cycle cost effective. Refer to the Air Force Sustainable Facilities Guide for tools, suggested guidelines for selecting candidate projects and complete AF sustainable develop-ment policies. The goal is to have all MILCON/ NAF projects in the FY09 program capable of achieving LEED certification as defined by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).

Submission to the USGBC for actual LEED certification is at MAJCOM discretion. Additional information regarding sustainable development may also be obtained from the Whole Building Design Guide. This policy does not apply to Host Nation or NATO funded projects.

Sustainable development concepts will benefit the AF by creating high-performance buildings with long-term value. They are to be integrated into the development process and balanced with all other design criteria to achieve the best value for the AF. The economic analysis process need not change, but the elements to consider will now include sustainable technologies and their potential for long-term savings.

1-3.2 Sustainable Development1-3.1 Antiterrorism/Force Protection The DoD objectives regarding AT/FP are to reduce personnel exposure to security threats and limit property damage. The DoD policy and guidance for antiterrorism and the physical secu-rity of facilities is contained in UFC 4-010-01, DoD Minimum Antiterrorism Standards for Build-ings. These requirements are applicable for new construction, restoration and modernization of existing facilities. Additional AT/FP guidance may be found in the following documents:

■ AFI 10-245, Air Force Antiterrorism (AT) Standards

■ AFI 31-101, The Air Force Installation Security Program (FOUO)

■ AFI 31-203, Security Forces Management Information System (SFMIS)

■ DoD Instruction (DoDI) 2000.12, DoD Antiterrorism (AT) Program

■ USAF Force Protection Design Guide

■ EUCOM Operations Order 03-11 with FRAGO 1 (07 Jul 04)

EUCOM OPORD 03-11 supplements other DoD antiterrorism guidance for EUCOM personnel within the EUCOM area of responsibility.

Dental Clinic Construction Project Base Perimeter Security Fence http://www.dod.mil/ http://65.204.17.188/report/doc_ufc.html http://www.access-board.gov/adaag/html/adaag.htm http://www.access-board.gov/adaag/html/adaag.htm http://www.access-board.gov/ufas/ufas-html/ufas.htm http://www.afcee.brooks.af.mil/green/resources/policy.asp http://www.afcee.brooks.af.mil/dc/dcd/arch/rfg/index.html http://www.usgbc.org http://www.wbdg.org http://www.wbdg.org http://65.204.17.188/report/doc_ufc.html http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/pubfiles/af/10/afi10-245/afi10-245.pdf http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/pubfiles/af/ http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/pubfiles/af/

All contract projects, in-house work orders and self-help work orders must include a request for an Environmental Impact Analysis (USAF Form 813) submitted to 65 CES/CEV and an architectural review by 65 CES/CECE. Any proposed designs that do not comply with the LFFES require prior approval from the Base Civil Engineer (BCE).

Each facility design project will include an archi-tectural review by the Engineering Flight (CEC) as part of the 35% preliminary design submittal review process. This review is required for both new construction and renovation projects. The cover letter accompanying the submittal must identify any items that do not comply with the

LFFES.

Concepts or designs that do not comply with the LFFES must be submitted no later than the 35% preliminary design submittal or prior to the start of self-help projects. Furthermore, because the base is owned by the Portuguese Government, all exterior building and site improvements must be submitted to the Engineering Flight (CEC) for HAAZ approval.

Designers of self-help projects shall schedule a meeting with the Engineering Flight (CEC) to discuss requirements and receive approval prior to the start of a project. Designers shall use USAF Form 332, Base Civil Engineer Work Request, for all projects (self-help included).

1-4.1 Review and Approval Process

1-4 PROJECT REVIEW AND APPROVAL

Final approval for all exterior facility and site projects is required by the Headquarters, Azores Air Zone (HAAZ). Procedures for the approval process include the preparation and submission of the following documents:

■ Staff Summary Sheet

■ Approval Request Memorandum

■ Project Request Form

■ Project Drawings Form (with attachments)

Staff Summary Sheet:

Complete a Staff Summary Sheet on AF Form 1768 that provides coordination to send a letter of request to HAAZ for authorization of the subject project. Include a recommendation that 65 ABW/CCL sign the letter of request and process to HAAZ for approval.

1-4.3 HAAZ Submittal Procedures All projects must conform to the AF Environ-mental Impact Analysis Policy (EIAP). An USAF Form 813, Request for Environmental Impact Analysis, must be completed and submitted to the 65 Civil Engineer Squadron Environmental Flight (65 CES/CEV) after a user submits an USAF Form 332. This form is prepared to aid in the development of the environmental assess-ment and provides information on the proposed action and its proposed alternative, purpose and potential environmental effects. Blank forms can be downloaded at http://www.e-publishing.

af.mil/formfiles/af/af813/af813.xfd.

AF Form 813 becomes the road map for the environmental analysis of a project and is commonly referred to as the Description of Proposed Action and Alternative (DOPAA). It is the responsibility of any office or organiza-tion proposing a Federal action to ensure that appropriate environmental analysis has been completed prior to commitment of funds and project initiation.

If any assistance is required to complete the form please access the USAFE EIAP 101 train-ing at S:\CES\CEV\EIAP\EIAP 101 where a step by step process will help you complete the form.

65 CES/CEV will review the form and make a determination on the environmental validity of the project. Depending on the timeframe of execution of the project, the USAF Form 813 will be reviewed yearly to determine any scope of work changes or if any additional environmental restrictions have arisen.

1-4.2 Environmental Impact Analysis

AF FORM 1768, SEP 84 (EF-V4) PREVIOUS EDITION WILL BE USED.

STAFF SUMMARY SHEET

TO ACTION SIGNATURE (Surname), GRADE AND DATE TO ACTION SIGNATURE (Surname), GRADE AND DATE

65 MSG/

CC Review 6

65 ABW/

CCL

Sign/ Deliver

65 ABW/

CCL Review 7

65 ABW/

CCE Review 8

65 ABW/

CV Review 9

65 ABW/

CC Review 10

SURNAME OF ACTION OFFICER AND GRADE SYMBOL

65 CES/CECE

PHONE TYPIST’S

INITIALS

SUSPENSE DATE

SUBJECT

HAAZ Authorization to , MQNA ##-####

DATE

SUMMARY

1. This Staff Summary Sheet provides coordination to send the letter of request to HAAZ for authorization of the subject project.

2. RECOMMENDATION: CCL sign the letter of request at Tab 1 and process to HAAZ for approval.

TIMOTHY P. HAYNIE, Lt Col, USAF 3 Tabs Commander, 65th Civil Engineer Squadron 1. 65 ABW/CCL Letter

2. Project Request

3. Project Drawings

Staff Summary Sheet http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/formfiles/af/af813/af813.xfd.

http://www.e-publishing.af.mil/formfiles/af/af813/af813.xfd.

Request Authorization Memorandum:

Prepare a memorandum from 65 ABW/CCL to HAAZ respectfully requesting the authorization of the subject project as detailed in the attached documents. Include a request to direct any questions to the Political Affairs Liaison Office.

DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE

65T H AIR BASE WING (USAFE)

LAJES FIELD AZORES PORTUGAL

MEMORANDUM FOR HEADQUARTERS, AZORES AIR ZONE COMMAND

FROM: 65 ABW/CCL

SUBJECT: Temporary Access for Military Family Housing Phase III, MQNA 02-3005

1. Respectfully request authorization of subject project as detailed in attachment.

2. Please direct any questions to the Political Affairs Liaison Office at extension 2-5228.

Attachment:

Project Request cc:

65 CES/CECE

BRIAN G. FILLMORE, Major, USAF Political Affairs Liaison

Project Request Form:

Complete a Project Request Form that addresses the following information:

■ Project Name or Title

■ Location

■ Project Description

■ Justification

■ Authorization Type

■ Facility Type

■ Cost Distribution

■ Work Execution Method

■ Work Type

■ Documents Included in the Request

Project Drawings Form:

Complete a Project Drawings Form that provides information regarding the drawings and support-ing information (renderings, details, cut sheets, photos, etc.).

PROJECT REQUEST

1. Project: Install temporary gate and road for access to T-39 and T-40 during the Military Family

Housing Phase III project.

2. Location: This work will be performed from the local road North of T-39 to the existing road , Lajes Field / Base Aérea N.o 4

3. Description: T-39 and T-40 housing units will need temporary access due to demolition and construction of 26 housing units. This access point will be only needed until approximately Dec 2005 at which time the area will be returned to its original condition. The temporary gate will be a twenty foot and electronically operated by remote controls or keypad on the gate. Access will be wide enough for fire engines and other first responders. The temporary access road will be asphalt, sixteen feet wide.

4. Justification: This temporary gate allows Wing Commander and Vice Commander to get to their house.

5. Authorization Type: 6. Facility Type: 7. Cost Distribution:

(For Political Affairs Use Only) U.S. Exclusive 100% U.S.

Technical Commission Joint Joint:

HAAZ Other: % U.S. % Portuguese

8. Work Execution Method:

U.S. Department of Defense Personnel

Contract - The Proposed Method for Selection and Evaluation of Bidders:

Work to be completed by winning bidder of Military Family Housing Phase III project or it will be done through the existing IDIQ Pavement contract

9. Work Type:

New Facility Construction Major Repair Facility Demolition

Relocation/Reconfiguration of Facility Changing Use of Facility Changing Volume of Facility

Public Signage Altering Exterior of Facility Altering Structural Elements

Altering Base Electric System Altering Base Water System Altering Base Sewage System

Other: Temporarily Altering Base Perimeter

10. Documents Included in this Project Request:

Construction Details

Airfield Details

Electromagnetic Details

Explosives Details

Project Drawings

Other:

PROJECT DRAWINGS

Project Drawings Included:

Location Map

Site Plan

Detail Drawings

Photographs with Descriptions

Architectural and/or Engineering Drawings (as indicated below):

Plan View Architectural Sheets

Elevation View Architectural Sheets

Civil Sheets

Mechanical Sheets

Electrical Sheets

Calculations

Other:

Airfield Site Plan

Electromagnetic Site Plan

Explosives Site Plan

Other:

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1-4.3 HAAZ Submittal Procedures (continued)

1-4 PROJECT REVIEW AND APPROVAL

Request Authorization Memorandum Project Request Form Project Drawings Form

By treaty agreement between the U.S. and Portugal, all construction contracts for USAF facilities at Lajes Field are open to bids from both Portuguese and American contractors.

As such, contracts are awarded to the lowest responsive, responsible and qualified bidder.

All designs should incorporate materials and construction methods that are familiar to the Por-tuguese labor force, as outlined in this manual.

The Navy’s Office of the Resident Officer in Charge of Construction (ROICC) at Lajes Field administers almost all Military Construc-tion (MILCON) projects for which the Atlantic Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Com-mand (NAVFAC Atlantic) was the Design and Construction Agent. The 65th Civil Engineer Squadron's Engineering Flight (65 CES/CEC) and Maintenance Engineering Element (65 CES/CEOE) administers the remaining con-struction projects and acts as the Design and Construction Agent.

1-5.1 Project Scope

1-5 AZORES CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES

Contract documents prepared by the A/E must reflect the likelihood that Portuguese contractors will bid on and construct many USAF facilities at Lajes Field. In addition to making provision for Portuguese materials, where appropriate, drawings and specifications must fully explain conventional U.S. construction methods that may be unfamiliar to the local labor force.

Knowledge of “industry standard” techniques may not always apply in the Azores.

In the past, problems have often developed during the construction phase resulting from the use of reference publications within the written project material designations. Refer-ence publications are typically located in “Part 2

- Products” of each technical section, since the material suppliers are usually familiar with their requirements. However, project specifications should avoid the use of reference standards in the installation requirements (typically located in “Part 3 - Execution” of each technical sec-tion). Neither the contractors in the field nor the military agency attempting to administer the contract have access to extensive specifications libraries. Field installation procedures should be clearly spelled out to avoid confusion and disagreement.

Similarly, construction drawings must be prepared with the capabilities and construc-tion expertise of the local labor force in mind.

Drawings should include details of all aspects of construction. In particular, details and written descriptions should be provided for all fasteners (size, type, spacing) and anchoring methods for all equipment. In some cases, isometric “illus-tration” details prove helpful in depicting typical conditions.

1-5.2 Contract Documents Because of the small population and lack of industry in the Azores, the supply of local, highly-skilled labor is very limited. Most Portuguese contractors are based in mainland Portugal and bring in additional crews for larger projects.

Portuguese labor rates are very low compared to U.S. standards and Portuguese contractors typically prefer to use labor-intensive construc-tion methods in lieu of expensive machinery or equipment.

The average Portuguese worker is fairly adapt-able and resourceful and, with a little training, qualifies as a semi-skilled laborer. However, on projects of long duration using typical U.S.

construction methods and materials, by the time work crews are becoming proficient with the specified requirements, the contractor sends them home and brings in new, inexperienced laborers. Thus the same mistakes and slow “learning curves” are often repeated.

U.S. government policy on the employment of non-Portuguese nationals permits the hiring of U.S. citizens as management and techni-cal personnel. Third-country nationals may be employed under the same criteria as U.S.

citizens when justified by the unavailability of local skilled labor.

1-5.3 Labor

Lajes Field Local Labor

Contractors working on construction projects at Lajes Field must agree to give preference to the use of Portuguese materials provided they are available within the required time, can be proved to be of equal quality, and do not exceed the cost of U.S. materials. Sand, aggregate and concrete masonry units (CMU) are the only construction materials available on the island of Terceira itself.

Materials typically available from mainland Por-tugal include cement, pipe and fittings, masonry reinforcing, ceramic and quarry tile, plaster, and stucco. Architectural designs should maximize the use of materials available in the Azores and/or from mainland Portugal to avoid shipping delays and problems with material familiarity.

Items imported from the U.S. are subject to considerably greater shipping costs and time delays. Typical contract material lead time is four to six months. In addition, unavailable material results in frequent contractor requests for waivers, deviations and construction delays.

1-5.4 Materials

1-5 AZORES CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES

Longer shipping times, material lead times, labor-intensive construction methods and severe weather combine to make the length of construc-tion projects in the Azores considerably longer than similar projects in the U.S. On the average, weather and material delivery delays will cost the contractor 90 to 180 days. The construction “window”, or period of extended good weather, usually lasts only about five or six months (May through October).

During the rest of the year, high winds and fre-quent rains make some aspects of construction difficult. Thus, the project specifications must call for adequate weather protection for the large volume of materials stored for extended periods of time. Unfortunately, long-range planning and construction sequencing are primary weak-nesses of most Portuguese contractors.

The vast majority or materials, supplies and equipment used for construction projects of Lajes Field must be imported. Some items are shipped from mainland Portugal, many are shipped from the U.S. Typically, Portuguese contractors will hire a purchasing agent, either in mainland Portugal or in the U.S., to oversee and coordinate material shipments to the Azores.

Prompt review and return of shop drawings and other submittals by A/E firms will help reduce the likelihood of costly delays or improper ship-ments.

In the past, construction contracts administered by the USAF at Lajes Field permitted contrac-tors to ship materials and equipment to or from Terceira on a space available basis from the Mili-tary Ocean Terminal (MOT). Future construction contracts will require contractors to pay shipping charges as required, which will increase the need to use local materials where possible.

1-5.5 Shipping and Logistics A separate contract between the 65th Contract-ing Squadron (65 CONS) and the Contractor covers the shipping arrangements. However, with this practice contractors are required to handle and pay for all ocean shipments themselves. Also, transportation of materials, equipment and personnel by military aircraft is not authorized.

Ocean Vessels Ocean freight delays are a persistent headache for construction scheduling in the Azores. For projects administered by NAVFAC Atlantic, the contractor is required to ship all U.S. construc-tion materials, supplies or equipment via U.S.

Flag vessels to the extent such vessels are available at fair and reasonable rates. No such restrictions apply on shipments from mainland Portugal to the Azores.

Typically, construction materials will be shipped in 2.5 m x 2.5 m x 6 m (8 feet x 8 feet x 20 feet) containers with a capacity of 18 metric tons (approximately 39,600 pounds) and 25 cubic meters (883 cubic feet). Materials over 12 m (40 feet) in length will usually be stored on the ship's deck.

Local Construction Materials Port at Praia da Vitoria

1-5.5 (continued)

1-5 AZORES CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES

Estimating the cost of construction projects in the Azores is a very difficult task. In general, the cost of construction materials in the Azores is essentially the same as for stateside projects, with some minor variations when Portuguese materials are incorporated. However, the asso-ciated costs for labor, equipment and shipping are altogether different.

Wage rates for Portuguese labor are low, but production rates are also low. Unit costs for semi-skilled labor may be 40 to 70 percent less than U.S. standards, but costs for skilled U.S. labor will be 30 to 50 percent higher in the Azores because of travel and subsistence expenses.

Portuguese contractors often calculate labor costs based on man hours or man days rather than unit costs and since A/E cost estimates are used for negotiation purposes, they should be prepared in the same manner. Although USAF personnel do not have a complete estimating guide for the base, the A/E should contact the Engineering Flight (CEC) for current information on average labor rates, line items and a sample of a recent cost estimate. Additional information regarding cost estimating may be found on the AFCEE and AFCESA websites.

An extensive unit price database book has been generated for computer-aided cost estimates.

The database includes unit prices and shipping weight information for most construction materi-als. NAVFAC Atlantic's continued review and comparison of engineering estimates with actual bids has resulted in recommended modifier fac-tors to be used in conjunction with the database for projects at Lajes Field.

1-5.6 Estimating

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