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DESIGN-BUILD TO REPAIR MFH UPPER PLAZA (15UN)
CAMP FOSTER, OKINAWA, JAPAN EVKP 16-4539
Attachment-8 Performance Technical Sections (PTS) Page 1 of 4
ATTACHMENT – 8
PERFORMANCE
TECHNICAL SECTIONS
(PTS)
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PERFORMANCE TECHNICAL SECTIONS (PTS)
1. GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: The requirements indicated here are minimum performance requirements. More specific project functional and performance requirements, scope items and expected quality levels over and above the standards in this section are identified in Attachment-7 and SOW. The Contractor is encouraged to exceed the minimum requirements. The Contractor’s performance evaluation will be based in part on enhancements to materials, engineering, design and construction provided for the contract that exceed minimum requirements.
This is a general section. Not all items in this section will be required for this project. See Attachment-7 and SOW for project- specific requirements.
In general, unless otherwise indicated, Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment and materials necessary to complete the work required for the contract. All work shall be in conformance with all applicable referenced criteria, construction standards, laws and regulations, including applicable building and fire, life safety codes.
Recycled Materials Considerations:
An Affirmative Procurement Program has been established within the Federal government to promote the purchase of products containing recovered materials. This program promotes the purchase of products containing materials recovered from the solid waste stream. The intent is to conserve resources and reduce solid waste by developing markets for recycled products and encouraging manufacturers to produce quality recycled content products. The contractors shall use products that meet or exceed the EPA guideline standards for recovered content as required by the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Availability lists of manufacturers and EPA research on product usage are on the Construction Criteria Base (CCB) at http://www.ccb.org under Documents Library, Air Force Criteria. A partial list of products containing recycled materials for possible use is as follows:
Rock Wool Insulation Fiberglass Insulation Cellulose Insulation Structural Fiberboard and Laminated Paperboard Cement and Concrete - Coal Fly Ash Carpet including backings and cushions Floor Tiles Reprocessed and Consolidated Latex Paint
1.1 MATERIALS AND METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION: Only new materials and equipment shall be installed in the work. All materials, equipment and appliances shall be of the current manufacturer’s products. No obsolete or discontinued materials, equipment and appliances
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1.2 APPLICABLE CODES AND STANDARDS: The design and construction shall be in accordance with established construction practices, and the latest revision/edition of the following referenced codes and standards. References are available at www.wbdg.org/ndbm/. The advisory provisions of all codes and standards shall be mandatory, as though the word “shall” had been substituted for “should” wherever it appears. Reference to the “authority having jurisdiction” shall be construed to mean “Contracting Officer”. Comply with the required and advisory portions of the current edition of the standard at the time of contract award. UFC 1-200-01 (July 2013), General Building Requirements, with Change 3 is the building code guide and contains references to other UFCs and Codes that are to be used for all sections in this contract. UFC 1-300-09N (May 2014), Navy and Marine Corps Design Procedures, provides design guidance and contains references to other UFCs and Codes that are to be used for all sections in this contract.
1.3 DISCREPANCIES: When discrepancies in the referenced standards and the contract requirements occur, the more stringent requirements shall govern. The word “should” in all NFPA publications shall be interpreted as a requirement. The Authority Having Jurisdiction in the interpretation of the codes and standards, and approving the exceptions allowed in the referenced standards, shall be the Contracting Officer, and the parties designated by the Contracting Officer.
2. PERFORMANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Note: The paragraph numbers used correspond with the numbers used in UNIFORMAT II/Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) as listed in the Whole Building Design Guide.
A10 Foundation Not Used A20 Basement Construction Not Used B10 Superstructure B20 Exterior Enclosure B30 Roofing Not Used C10 Interior Construction C20 Stairs Not Used C30 Interior Finishes D10 Conveying System Not Used D20 Plumbing
D30 HVAC
D40 Fire Protection Systems D50 Electrical Power and Lighting
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E10 Equipment E20 Furnishings F10 Special Construction Not Used F20 Selective Building Demolition G10 Site Preparations G20 Site Improvements G30 Site Civil/Mechanical Utilities Not Used G40 Site Electrical Utilities Z10 General Performance Technical Specification
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SECTION B10
SUPERSTRUCTURE
09/15
B10 GENERAL
Engineering System Requirements (ESR) provide project specific requirements. The Performance Technical Sections (PTS) provide generalized technical requirements that apply to multiple facility types and include more requirements than are applicable to any one project. Therefore, only the PTS requirements that apply to the project and further define the ESR project specific requirements are required.
B10 1.1 DESIGN GUIDANCE
Provide the design and installation in accordance with the following references. This Performance Technical Specification (PTS) adds clarification to the fundamental requirements contained in the following Government Standards. The general requirements of this PTS section are located in PTS Section Z10, General Performance Technical Specification.
B10 1.1.1 Government Standards
UFC 1-200-01 (Jul 2013)
General Building Requirements(A reference in this PTS section to UFC 1-200-01 requires compliance with the Tri-Service Core UFCs that are listed in UFGS Section 01 33 10.05 20, which includes the following significant UFC(s):UFC 3-101-01 (Nov 2011), Architecture UFC 3-301-01 (June 2013), Structural Engineering)
UFC 4-023-03 (Jul 2009)
Design of Buildings to Resist Progressive Collapse
B10 1.2 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION AND ACCEPTANCE TESTING
Verification of satisfactory construction and system performance shall be via Performance Verification Testing, as detailed in this section of the IFB. Provide special tests and special inspections in accordance with UFGS Section 01 45 00.05 20, Design and Construction Quality Control.
B10 1.3 DESIGN SUBMITTALS
Design submittals shall be in accordance with Z10, General Performance Technical Specifications, UFGS section 01 33 10.05 20, Design Submittal Procedures, FC 1-300-09N (May 2014), Navy and Marine Corps Design Procedures, UFC 3-101-01 (Nov 2011), Architecture, and UFC 3-301-01 (June 2013), Structural Engineering.
B10 1.4 CONSTRUCTION SUBMITTALS
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Submit construction submittals in accordance with PTS Section Z10, General Performance Technical Specifications. In addition to the Z10 requirements, the Designer of Record (DOR) shall approve the following submittals as a minimum:
All structural elements necessary for construction of the superstructure.
B1010 FLOOR CONSTRUCTION
B101001 STRUCTURAL FRAME
Structural frame elements may include columns, girders, beams, trusses, joists, moment frames, shear walls, and bracing. See Section B20, Exterior Enclosure, for additional requirements for exterior walls used as load-bearing walls or shear walls.
B101002 STRUCTURAL INTERIOR WALLS
Provide structural interior walls as required in accordance with the requirements of this section and other portions of this IFB. See Section C10, Interior Construction, for additional requirements.
B101003 FLOOR DECKS AND SLABS
If required, provide floor decks as required in accordance with the requirements of this section and other portions of this IFB.
B101005 BALCONY CONSTRUCTION
Design and construct exterior balconies to drain and with the top of the balcony high-point below the interior floor elevation as required for flashing.
B101006 RAMPS
Provide ramps as required in accordance with the requirements of this section and other portions of this IFB.
B101007 FLOOR RACEWAY SYSTEMS
See Section D50, Electrical, for floor raceway systems.
B1020 ROOF CONSTRUCTION
B102001 STRUCTURAL FRAME
Structural frame elements may include columns, girders, beams, trusses, joists, moment frames, shear walls, and bracing. See Section B20, Exterior Enclosure, for additional requirements for exterior walls used as load-bearing walls or shear walls.
B102002 STRUCTURAL INTERIOR WALLS
Provide structural interior walls as required in accordance with the requirements
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ATTACHMENT 8 - SECTION B10 - Page 3 of 3 of this section and other portions of this IFB. See Section C10, Interior Construction, for additional requirements.
B102003 ROOF DECKS AND SLABS
Provide roof deck as required in accordance with the requirements of this section and other portions of this IFB.
B102004 CANOPIES
Provide canopies as required in accordance with the requirements of this section and other portions of this IFB.
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SECTION B20
EXTERIOR ENCLOSURE
09/15
B20 GENERAL
Engineering System Requirements (ESR) provide project specific requirements. The Performance Technical Sections (PTS) provide generalized technical requirements that apply to multiple facility types and include more requirements than are applicable to any one project. Therefore, only the PTS requirements that apply to the project and further define the ESR project specific requirements are required.
B20 1.1 DESIGN GUIDANCE
Provide the design and installation in accordance with the following references. This Performance Technical Specification (PTS) adds clarification to the fundamental requirements contained in the following Government Standards. The general requirements of this PTS section are located in PTS Section Z10, General Performance Technical Specification.
Industry standards, codes, and Government standards referenced in the section text that are not found in the Unified Master Reference List (UMRL) in the Construction Criteria Base (CCB) at the Whole Building Design Guide Website , are listed below for basic designation identification. Comply with the required and advisory portions of the current edition of the referenced standard at the time of contract award.
B20 1.1.1 Industry Standards and Codes
NATIONAL LUMBER GRADES AUTHORITY (NLGA)
B20 1.1.2 Government Standards
Military Handbook 1013/1A, Design Guidance for Physical Security of Facilities
UNIFIED FACILITIES CRITERIA (UFC)
UFC 1-200-01 (Jul 2013)
General Building Requirements(A reference in this PTS section to UFC 1-200-01 requires compliance with the Tri-Service Core UFCs that are listed in UFGS Section 01 33 10.05 20, which includes the following significant UFC(s): UFC 3-101-01 (Nov 2011), Architecture)
UFC 1-200-02 (Mar 2013)
High Performance and Sustainable Buildings
B20 1.2 PERFORMANCE VERIFICATION AND ACCEPTANCE TESTING
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Verification of satisfactory exterior enclosure system performance must be via Performance Verification Testing, and by field inspection as detailed in this section of the IFB. Provide special tests and special inspections in accordance with UFGS Section 01 45 00.05 20, Design and Construction Quality Control. The Contractor must pay the cost of all testing.
B20 1.2.1 Required Brick Masonry Testing and Field Samples
a. Where field testing is required, masonry strength must be determined in accordance with ACI 530.1.
b. Field Samples: Masonry Panel Requirements - At the job site submit for approval by the Designer of Record, a sample masonry panel minimum 8 feet (2.4 meters) long by a minimum of 4 feet (1.2 meters) high. Actual Sample size will be determined by number of components in the sample wall but provide a span of at least 4 feet (1.2 meters) of uninterrupted brickwork and 2 feet (.6 meters) above wall openings. The approved sample must exhibit the standard for workmanship and materials for the project. The sample panel must include brick coursing, bond, weep holes, flashing, thickness, anchors, joint reinforcing, wall ties, rigid-board insulation, intersection of walls, bond beams, expansion and control joints, and tooling of joints, range of color, texture of masonry, and mortar color; or cold-formed steel framing, insulation, fiberglass-faced gypsum sheathing, air barrier, moisture barrier/vapor retarders, exterior enclosure barrier connections to adjoining construction, sealing of exterior enclosure barrier penetrations, sealant, masonry ties and anchors, and tooling of joints, the range of color and texture of brick veneer, and the color of mortar. The sample panel must be protected from damage and must remain at the site until masonry work is complete and approved, at which time the panel must be removed from the site. If there are windows or curtain walls in the project which interface with the masonry, a cut-away sample window or curtain wall mock-up must be installed in the masonry field panel, with all accessories, finishes, and trim (see B20 1.2.4 and 1.2.5). Masonry work must match the approved sample.
B20 1.2.2 Air Barrier Field Sample
Designate a portion of the project that reveals the various edge, seam, transition, and penetration conditions that the air barrier is exposed
to. Determine this location with the Contracting Officer and obtain approval of the sealing methods employed on the project from the air barrier Manufacturer. Leave sample area exposed to view as long as practical to serve as a construction standard and comparison of future air barrier construction on the project. Before construction covers the sample area, provide detailed photographs of the air barrier details for future reference.
B20 1.2.3 Air Barrier Performance
Provide air barrier inspection on all projects and air barrier performance testing when required in IFB Part 3, section B20.
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B20 1.2.3.1 Air Barrier Inspection
Coordinate all subcontractors that provide part of the air barrier construction to provide an air tight barrier. Review the air barrier prior to being covered by subsequent construction to confirm that the air barrier complies with the following requirements;
a. Prior to applying an air barrier, confirm that the substrate complies with conditions required by the applied air barrier material manufacturer.
b. Air barrier must create a continuous barrier, without gaps, "fish mouths", holes, unsealed seams, or unsealed penetrations.
c. Air barrier components are compatible and capable of being permanently connected to form an air tight barrier.
d. Construction of the air barrier complies with air barrier design as indicated in the Basis of Design and exterior enclosure barrier drawings.
e. Air barrier is installed in accordance with manufacturer's standard details available on the Air Barrier Association of America (ABAA) website named "Air Barrier Materials, Components, Assemblies & Systems" and found at the following web link;
http://www.airbarrier.org/materials/assemblies_e.php
B20 1.2.3.2 Air Barrier Performance Testing
Provide air barrier testing and repair as follows (coordinate with infrared thermal testing):
a. Provide a testing plan as a part of the Commissioning Plan and notify the Contracting Officer 7 working days before the testing will take place. Do not test the building until verifying that the continuous air barrier is in place and installed without failures in accordance with installation instructions so that repairs to the continuous air barrier, if needed to comply with the required air leakage rate, can be done in a timely manner.
Also coordinate building access during the test with the Contracting Officer. Perform pretest inspection with all parties involved in the test and possible repairs of the building enclosure. Record pretest conditions and utilize pictures to assist in the documentation.
b. DOR must utilize UFGS 07 05 23, "Pressure Testing an Air Barrier System for Air Tightness" and Contractor must perform testing as described in that specification.
Where conflicts exist between the UFGS 07 05 23 and this performance specification, UFGS 07 05 23 shall govern.
The air leak flow rate must not exceed 0.25 CFM at 75 Pa per square foot (0.076 cmm 75 Pa per square meter) of building enclosure area including roof or ceiling, walls and floor as provided by the DOR.
Method 1: This test consists of measuring the flow rates required to establish 12 positive and 12 negative
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At least 12 bias pressure readings must be taken across the building enclosure and averaged over 5 seconds each before and after the test. None of these readings must exceed 30% of the minimum test pressure.
Method 2: this test consists of measuring the flow rates required to establish 12 positive building pressures from at least 50 Pa to at least 75 Pa. At least 12 bias pressure readings must be taken across the building enclosure and averaged over 5 seconds each before and after the test.
None of these readings must exceed 20% of the minimum test pressure.
The test results must be either pass or fail. Provide the theoretical size of the opening that leaks the same amount as the building enclosure at 75 Pa, to facilitate the search for leaks and repair of the exterior enclosure.
c. Provide infrared thermography to determine air leakage paths if facility fails to retain the required air pressure in the test above. Utilize infrared cameras with a resolution of 0.1 degree C or better.
Prerform infrared thermography in accordance with ISO 6781:1983 and ASTM C1060-90(1997). Determine air leakage pathways in accordance with ASTM E1186-03 Standard Practices for Air Leakage Site Detection in Building Envelopes and Air Barrier Systems, and perform corrective work as necessary to achieve the whole building air leakage rate specified.
Modify construction to stop identified air leakage until target 0.25 cfm/ft2 is reached. Correct air path leaks at the source of the leak, do not use sealant to close air leakage paths that are required to be opened for maintenance of the facility such as fixtures, switches covers, receptacle covers, access doors,...etc.
d. Air leaks must be sealed in the following order of priority:1. Top of the building. These include attics, roof/wall intersections, penthouse doors and walls, HVAC equipment.
2. Bottom of the building. These include ground floor access doors and inspection hatches, exhaust and air intake vents, service penetrations of enclosure, crawl spaces.
3. Vertical shafts. These include gasket stairwell fire doors, fire hose cabinets and recessed toilet accessories connected to vertical shaft, vertical and horizontal utility penetrations in service rooms, elevator rooms and shafts.
4. Exterior walls. These include weather strip doors and windows, exhaust fans and ducts, service penetrations, electrical receptacles, wall base.
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B20 1.2.4 Thermal Envelope Performance Testing (Infrared Thermography)
Where required in IFB Part 3, provide infrared thermal testing and repair as follows (coordinate with air barrier testing):
a. Test the building envelope using Infrared Thermography technology. The thermography testing must be completed in accordance with the requirements of ASTM C1060 and ISO 6781.
The Contracting Officer will witness the testing. Testing must occur just before the building air tightness test. Testing must also occur during the air tightness test so that areas of building air leaks are detected. If the building air tightness test is failed, thermographic testing must be repeated just before and during subsequent air tightness tests until the air tightness test is successful.
b. Thermography Test Procedures: Submit detailed test procedures indicating the test apparatus, the test methods and procedures, and the analysis methods to be employed not later than 60 days after Notice to Proceed.
c. Thermography Test Report: Provide a report. The report must include thermographs in color and a color temperature scale to define the temperature indicated by the various colors. The report must identify the high temperature reading, the outdoor air temperature, the building indoor air temperature, and the wind speed and direction. The report must note any areas of compromise in the building envelope, and must note all actions required and taken to correct those areas.
d. Final Test: Final thermography test report must demonstrate the problem areas have been corrected. Submit the complete test and analysis for review and approval.
B20 1.2.5 Required Records for Concrete Wall Panels
a. Cast-in-place - Submit to DOR mandatory batch ticket information as ASTM C 94 for each load of ready-mixed concrete.
b. Submit to DOR commercial testing results in accordance with PCI
MNL-117 and as required in paragraph entitled "Sampling and Testing for Precast"
B20 1.2.6 Precast Concrete Wall Panel Surface Finish Sample
Submit to DOR a concrete wall panel sample 12 inches (300 mm) by 12 inches (300 mm) by approximately 1 1/2 inches (38 mm) in thickness, to illustrate quality, color, and texture of both exposed-to-view surface finish and finish of panel surfaces that will be concealed by other construction. Obtain initial approval of color and texture from DOR prior to submission of sample panels.
B20 1.2.6.1 Manufacturing Plant Sampling And Testing for Precast
Plant Quality Control - PCI MNL-117 for PCI enrolled plants.
Where panels are manufactured by specialists in plants not currently enrolled in the PCI "Quality Control Program,"
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ATTACHMENT 8 - SECTION B20 - Page 6 of 53 provide a product quality control system in accordance with PCI MNL-117 and perform concrete and aggregate quality control testing using an approved, independent commercial testing laboratory. Submit test results to the Contracting Officer.
a. Aggregate Tests: ASTM C 33. Perform one test for each aggregate size, including determination of the specific gravity.
b. Strength Tests: ASTM C 172. Provide ASTM C 39 and ASTM C 31/C 31M compression tests. Perform ASTM C 143 slump tests. Mold six cylinders each day or for every 20 cubic yards (15 cubic meters) of concrete placed, whichever is greater. Perform strength tests using two cylinders at 7 days and two at 28 days. Cure four cylinders in the same manner as the panels and place at the point where the poorest curing conditions are offered. Moist cure two cylinders and test at 28 days.
c. Changes in Proportions: If, the compressive strength falls below that specified, adjust the mix proportions and water content and make necessary changes in the temperature, moisture, and curing procedures to secure the specified strength. Notify the Contracting Officer of all changes.
d. Strength Test Results: Evaluate compression test results at 28 days in accordance with ACI 214 using a coefficient of variation of 20 percent. Evaluate the strength of concrete by averaging the test results (two specimens) of standard cylinders tested at 28 days. Not more than 20 percent of the individual tests must have an average compressive strength less than the specified ultimate compressive strength.
B20 1.2.6.2 Acceptable Appearance
Refer to Architectural Precast Concreteby the Prestressed Concrete Institute, in the "Acceptability of Appearance" paragraph for reasons to reject precast panels. Panels in place may be rejected for any one of the product defects or installation deficiencies remaining after repairs and cleaning have been accomplished. "Visible" means visible to a person with normal eyesight when viewed from a distance of 20 feet (6 meters) in broad daylight.
B20 1.2.7 Window Sample Mock-Up
a. Provide mock-up of one (1) typical combination window unit to be used within the project and conduct a field mock-up test in strict compliance with AAMA 502 method A and method B. Each opening will be tested to achieve performance of ASCE 7-02 calculated requirements (PSF or Kg/m2) for water resistance, which must not exceed .667 % of the products capable water based on AAMA 101/I.S.2. Allowable rates of air leakage for field testing must be 1.5 times applicable AAMA 101/I.S.2 rate for the Product Type and Performance Class.
b. Opening is to be tested under "Quality Control" testing by a designated independent testing agency.
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1) Schedule mock-up installation sufficiently in advance of need to allow adequate time for cure of sealants, testing and reconstruction, if needed, without delaying the project.
2) Build mock-up in building enclosure wall in location selected by Owner and Architect.
3) Modify mock-up construction and perform additional tests as required to achieve specified minimum acceptable results. If corrections are not adequate, construct new mock-up, at written direction of Owner and Architect. Co-ordinate construction of mock-up with other involved trades.
4) Approved mock-ups may become part of completed Work if undisturbed at time of Substantial Completion.
5) Flood test Mock-up window subsill and obtain approval of DOR prior to installing window unit.
B20 1.2.8 Curtain Wall Systems Field Sample and Testing
a. At the job site submit for approval by the Designer of Record, a sample curtain wall installation which may be a cut-away portion of a curtain wall, if appropriate, to show the construction, the workmanship, tie-in to building, infiltration and moisture barriers, wrap, flashing, head, window unit installation where required, sill, lintel if required, interior and exterior trim, anchors and reinforcing, and sealants.
b. Provide mock-up of (1) designated Curtain Wall System unit to be used in conducting a field mock-up test in strict compliance with AAMA 503 method A and method B. Each opening will be tested to achieve performance of ASCE 7-05 calculated requirements (PSF or Kg/m2) for water resistance, which must not exceed the derived water expectation of 0 infiltration at the calculated Design Pressure. Allowable rates of air leakage for field testing must be .30 CFM/Ft2 of wall area test specimen.
Performance test at 6.24 PSF (30.3 Kg/m2) allows .30 cfm/ft2.
Opening is to be tested under "Quality Control" testing by a designated independent testing agency.
1) Schedule mock-up installation sufficiently in advance of need to allow adequate time for cure of sealants, testing and reconstruction, if needed, without delaying the project.
2) Build mock-up in building enclosure wall in location selected by DOR.
3) Modify mock-up construction and perform additional tests as required to achieve specified minimum acceptable results.
If corrections are not adequate, construct new mock-up, at written direction of DOR. Co-ordinate construction of mock-up with other involved trades.
4) Approved mock-ups may become part of completed Work if undisturbed at time of Substantial Completion.
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The sample curtain wall must be protected from damage and must remain at the site until curtain wall construction work is complete and approved, at which time the panel must be removed from the site. On projects where the curtain wall interfaces with masonry walls, a cut-away sample curtain wall must be installed with the masonry sample panel. Curtain wall installations must match the approved sample.
Water Penetration: No water penetration must occur when the wall is tested in accordance with ASTM E 331 at a differential static test pressure of 20 percent of the inward acting design wind pressure as specified, but not less than 15 psf (80 Kg/m2). Make provision in the wall construction for adequate drainage to the outside of water leakage or condensation that occurs within the outer face of the wall.
Leave drainage and weep openings in members and wall open during test.
B20 1.3 DESIGN SUBMITTALS
Design submittals must be in accordance with Z10, General Performance Technical Specifications, UFGS section 01 33 10.05 20, Design Submittal Procedures, FC 1-300-09N, Navy and Marine CorpsDesign Procedures, UFC 3-101-01, Architectureand UFC 3-301-01, Structural Engineering.
In addition, UFGS sections listed below or in the body of the PTS text are to be used by the Designer of Record (DOR) as a part of the design submittal.
If the UFGS products or systems are applicable to the project, the DOR must edit these referenced UFGS sections and submit them as a part of the design submittal specification. Edit the specification sections in accordance with the limitations stated in PTS section Z10, General Performance Technical Specifications.
UFGS 08 34 16.10, Steel Sliding Hangar Door
UFGS 08 34 16.20, Vertical Lift Fabric Door
B20 1.4 CONSTRUCTION SUBMITTALS
Submit construction submittals in accordance with PTS Section Z10, General Performance Technical Specifications. In addition to the Z10 requirements, the Designer of Record (DOR) must approve the following submittals as a minimum;
Shop drawings for reinforcing steel in masonry walls, doors, door hardware, windows, storefront, curtainwall, glazing, paint, exterior enclosure barrier systems, and visible exterior materials.
All structural elements necessary for construction.
B20 1.4.1 Manufacturer's Verification Inspection Documentation for Galvanized Steel
Manufacturer's verification inspection documentation must be submitted for all galvanized steel in accordance with ASTM A123, ASTM A 153, and ASTM A 653.
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B20 1.4.2 Field Inspection of Field-erected Concrete Panels
a. Perform field inspection of panel welded connections. Furnish the services of AWS-certified welding inspector for erection inspections. Welding inspector must visually inspect all welds and identify all defective welds.
b. The DOR must be notified in writing of defective welds, bolts, nuts and washers within 7 working days of the date of inspection.
All defective connections or welds must be removed and re-welded or repaired as required by the DOR.
B20 1.4.3 Sustainable Construction Submittals
Submit sustainable construction submittals in accordance with UFGS 01 33 29.05 20 Sustainability Reporting for Design-Build.
B2010 EXTERIOR WALLS
Provide exterior wall construction that consists of exterior skin system of non-structural outside face elements with rain-screen back-up wall systems that include; flashing (embedded, exposed, and thru-wall), a water resistive barrier, moisture barrier/ vapor retarder (if required), air barrier, and insulation systems with interior skin system materials to provide a protective finish on the inside face of exterior walls. Provide all components necessary to for a shingled water resistive barrier to direct water that would penetrate the wall to be directed to the outside of the wall. Provide exterior enclosure components and barriers in accordance with UFC 3-101-01, Architecture.
Design all work to comply with UFC 3-101-01, Architecture, and UFC 3-301-01, Structural Engineering, and the following requirements:
a. Vapor Pressure and Hygrothermal Analysis - Perform a job specific vapor pressure and hygrothermal analysis in accordance with UFC 3-101-01, Architecture. The conclusion of the analysis must indicate if a moisture barrier/ vapor retarder is required, the appropriate locations of needed moisture barrier/ vapor retarder, and anticipated dew-point locations in the exterior enclosure during different critical times of the year.
b. Wind Loads - Provide wind load calculations for exterior cladding in accordance with UFC 1-200-01 and UFC 3-301-01 with comparative analysis of the cladding system to be provided.
c. Water Penetration - No water penetration must occur at a pressure of 8 psf (39 Kg/m2) of fixed area when tested in accordance with ASTM E 331.
d. Insulating Value – Comply with UFC 3-101-01, Architecture for the ASHRAE requirements defining the minimum insulating value of the complete wall system.
B201001 EXTERIOR CLOSURE
B201001 1.1 MASONRY VENEER EXTERIOR WALL CLOSURE COMPONENTS
B201001 1.1.1 General Requirements
a. The masonry veneer includes the non-load bearing exterior walls of the structure, and also includes colored mortar, special shapes such as sills, headers, trim units and copings of brick masonry, precast concrete, concrete masonry units, or other
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ATTACHMENT 8 - SECTION B20 - Page 10 of 53 approved materials. The veneer must be tied to the backup wall system with a system that allows the veneer to move independently of the backup wall system, while being structurally supported. Allow for expansion and contraction of the veneer without cracking the exterior material.
b. Use running bond, tooled concave joints and full head joint weeps at 24 inches (610 mm) o.k. in the course immediately above the base flashing. Where rowlocks are permitted, slope rowlocks and project not less than 1/2 inch (13 mm) beyond the face of the wall to form a wash and drip. Where required, provide colored mortar conforming to ASTM C270. Provide special shapes where required.
c. Locate expansion/control joints and seal with proper backing material and ASTM C 920 polyurethane sealant, or preformed foam or rubberized expansion joint closure. Conform to UFC 3-101-01 and BIA Technotes 18, 18A. Match joint color of the brick, unless DOR directs otherwise.
d. Conform to ACI 530.1 for masonry veneer installation, including cold weather construction. Antifreeze admixtures are not to be used.
e. Clean the masonry in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and BIA Technote 20.
f. Utilize BIA Technical Notes to design, detail, and construct brick masonry walls. This PTS section amends the BIA documents and takes precedence over similar BIA requirements.
Substitute directive language in the place of BIA suggestive language as required in PTS Section Z10, General Performance Technical Specifications. The results of these wording substitutions change this document to required procedures.
B201001 1.1.2 Face Brick
a. Brick Masonry Appearance - Do not change source or supply of materials after brick manufacturing work has started. Blend all brick to produce a uniform appearance when installed. An observable "banding" or "layering" of colors or textures caused by improperly mixed brick is unacceptable.
b. Brick Type – Provide brick in accordance with ASTM C216, Grade SW, type FBX. Test rating of ASTM C67 must be "Not effloresced".
B201001 1.1.3 Split Faced or Ground Faced Masonry
ASTM C 90. If required, provide split faced or ground faced units, or split-ribbed units or scored-faced units.
B201001 1.1.4 Cast Stone Trim Units
a. Cast stone must be the product of a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of architectural cast stone (precast concrete building unit) products. Meet or exceed the requirements of ASTM C 1364.
b. Trim units of cast stone must include sills, fascia, header units, copings and other trim units as required by the approved design
B201001 1.1.5 The Wall Cavity
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Comply with UFC 3-101-01 and BIA Technical Notes 21A, 21B, 21C, 28B.
B201001 1.1.6 Through-Wall Flashing Components
Provide through-wall flashing over all openings, spandrels, shelf angles, lintels, and built-in structural steel members. Provide through-wall flashing below all openings, parapets copings, sills, and at the base of the wall. Provide a method of weeping water collected by the through-wall flashing to the outside of the wall.
a. Incorporate weep holes to align with through-wall flashing in cavity wall construction as required by UFC 3-101-01 and BIA Technotes. Install flashing according to BIA Technotes 7, 7A, 7B, 21A, 21B, 21C, 28B, and SMACNA figures 4-1A and 4-1B. Extend metal drip edge flashing beyond the wall plane using a 1/4 inch (6 mm) preformed 45 degree angle turn down.
b. Flashing material must be as required by UFC 3-101-01 and the following: Provide flashing of 7 ounce copper flashing with a 3 ounce bituminous coating on each side or a fiberglass fabric bonded on each side of the copper sheet. Sixteen (16) ounce uncoated copper, 28 gauge Type 302 or 304 stainless steel is also acceptable. 'Flexible membrane flashing, plastic or PVC-based membrane flashing is prohibited. Lap and seal turndown solid metal drip edge flashing to through- wall flashing. Refer to "Flashing" in this section to find requirements for non-through-wall flashing.
c. Incorporate the through-wall flashing in the water resistive barrier and seal joints to flashing to form a shingled effect and direct water to the exterior to the exterior enclosure and away from back-up wall assembly.
d. Where flashing is not continuous, such as at masonry wall opening heads and sills, extend flashing four inches beyond each side of the opening and turn up ends to form a pan and prevent water from reentering the wall cavity.
B201001 1.1.7 Reinforcing in Veneer Layer
Reinforcing in the veneer layer must be galvanized in accordance with ASTM A 123/A123M, ASTM A153/A153M, or ASTM A653/A653M, Z275 (G90) coating, and be of sufficient size to eliminate damage to the veneer layer from wind and other live and dead loads imposed on the veneer layer.
B201001 1.2 METAL WALL PANEL EXTERIOR CLOSURE
B201001 1.2.1 General Wall Panel Requirements
a. Factory Color Finish – Provide panels with a factory applied, baked coating to the exterior and interior of metal wall panels and metal accessories. Exterior finish topcoat must be of 70 percent polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) resin with not less than
0.8 mil dry film thickness (DFT). Provide exterior primer that is standard with panel manufacturer but not less than 0.8 mil dry film thickness (DFT). Provide factory applied 70 percent PVDF clear coating of 0.8 mil DFT over the color topcoat and
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Interior finish exposed to sun or rain must be the same coating and DFT as the exterior coating.
b. Wall system and attachments must resist wind loads as determined by ASCE 7, with a factor of safety appropriate for the material holding the anchor. Maximum deflection due to wind on aluminum wall panels must be 1/60. Limit maximum deflection due to wind on steel wall panels and girts behind aluminum or steel wall panels to 1/120 of their respective spans, except that when interior finishes are used limit the maximum allowable deflection to 1/180 of their respective spans. The structural performance test methods and requirements of the wall system and attachments must be in accordance with ASTM E 1592.
c. Conformations - Non-insulated steel or aluminum wall panels must have configurations for overlapping adjacent sheets or interlocking ribs for securing adjacent sheets and fastened to framework using exposed or concealed fasteners, as specified.
Provide sheets of sufficient length to cover the entire height of any unbroken wall surface when the length of run is 30 feet (9 meters) or less. Design wall systems with provisions for expansion and contraction. Where required, provide series 305 stainless steel fasteners factory finished to match panels.
d. Shape - Standard V-beam or boxed beam type having 5 to 8 inch (125 mm to 200 mm) pitch for steel panels or 4 to 8 inch (100 mm to 200 mm) pitch for aluminum panels, and 1.5 inch (38 mm) overall depth, exclusive of coating. Other shapes may be considered if approved by the DOR.
B201001 1.2.2 Steel Wall Panels
a. Material and Coating - Form sheets from steel conforming to ASTM
A 653/A 653M, Structural Grade 40, galvanized coating conforming to ASTM A 924/A 924M, Class G-90; aluminum-coated steel conforming to SAE AMS 5036; or steel-coated with aluminum-zinc alloy conforming to ASTM A 792/A 792M, except that coating chemical composition must be approximately 55 percent aluminum, 1.6 percent silicon, and 43.4 percent zinc with minimum coating weight of 0.5 ounce per square foot.
b. Gage - Minimum 22 U.S. Standard Gage for wall panels, but in no case lighter than required to meet maximum deflection requirements specified.
B201001 1.2.3 Aluminum Wall Panels
a. Material and Coating - Form sheets of Alloy 3004 or Alclad 3004 conforming to ASTM B 209 having proper temper to suit respective forming operations.
b. Thickness - Minimum 0.032 inch (0.81 mm) nominal, but in no case thinner than that required to meet maximum deflection requirements specified.
B201001 1.2.4 Insulated Aluminum or Steel Wall Panels
Insulated wall panels must be steel or aluminum factory-fabricated units with insulating core between metal face sheets securely fastened
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Provide wall panel edge configurations with interlocking ribs for securing adjacent panels. Utilize factory fabricated corners and trim pieces at intersections with other materials. Fasten wall panels to framework using concealed fasteners. Install in accordance with DOR-approved shop drawings and manufacturer's recommendations.
a. Insulated Steel Panels - Zinc-coated steel conforming to ASTM A 653/A 653M; or Aluminum-zinc alloy coated steel conforming to ASTM A 792/A 792M, AZ 55 coating. Uncoated wall panels must be 0.024 inch (0.61 mm) thick minimum.
b. Insulated Aluminum Panels - Alloy conforming to ASTM B209, temper as required for the forming operation, minimum 0.032 inch (0.81 mm) thick.
B201001 1.3 STUCCO EXTERIOR WALL CLOSURE
B201001 1.3.1 Portland Cement Plaster
ASTM C150, gray Portland cement Type II with 1/2 inch (13 mm) maximum chopped alkali resistant fiberglass strands, minimum 1.5 percent by weight to cement; 1 1/2 pounds (.68 kg) per sack of cement. Lime must conform to ASTM C206, Type S. Utilize stainless steel or zinc corner beads, J-beads and other accessories for the system.
a. Unless specifically deleted, utilize an acrylic admixture or coating to give additional moisture suppression to control fungus growth for the system.
b. Sand aggregate for job-mixed base coat and job-mixed finish coat stucco must conform to ASTM C897.
c. Sand for Finish Coats: Natural color and graded within the limits shown above for basecoats, except that the sand must pass the No. 8 sieve, and for smooth finish the sand must pass the No. 30 sieve.
d. Mix scratch coat in proportion of one part by volume Portland cement, 3/4 to 1 1/2 parts by volume hydrated lime and 2 1/2 to 4 parts sand (volume of sand per sum of cement and lime).
Mix brown coat in proportion of one part by volume Portland cement, 3/4 to 1 1/2 parts by volume hydrated lime and 3 to 5 parts sand (volume of sand per sum of cement and lime). Mix proportions can vary depending on climate and application variations, with the approval of the DOR.
e. Portland Cement Stucco Finish Coat 3 to 5 parts sand (volume of sand per sum of cement and lime).
f. Portland cement plaster application must be in accordance with ASTM C 926. Furring and lath application must be in accordance with ASTM C 1063.
g. Bonding Agents: ASTM C 932. Provide for exterior applications
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h. Provide water resistive barrier under stucco in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations and code requirements.
B201001 1.4 EXTERIOR INSULATION AND FINISH SYSTEM (EIFS)
EIMA TM 101 and 01 EIMA TM 101.86. Refer to the IFB Part 3 Project Program to determine if EIFS is used as the non-primary or the primary exterior finish material for the project. Job-fabricate the exterior insulation and finish system (EIFS) covering consisting of sheathing, water resistive barrier, moisture drainable insulation board system, reinforcing fabric, base coat, finish coat, adhesive, primer, accessories, flashing, sealant, and mechanical fasteners. The system components must be compatible with each other and with the substrate as recommended or approved by, and the products of, a single manufacturer regularly engaged in furnishing Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems. Install all materials using an applicator trained and approved by the system manufacturer in accordance with DOR-approved shop drawings and manufacturer's recommendations. Provide EIFS Class PB or Class PM. Do not use Class PB EIFS in first floor, high traffic areas, or in areas where pedestrians congregate without at least one layer of 20 ounce (567 grams) reinforcing fabric mesh. Use 1/8 inch (4 mm) minimum thickness for PB finish system. Color of the EIFS finish must be consistent, with no variation noticeable to the DOR. Seal all joints in EIFS in accordance with ASTM C 1481 and as recommended by the manufacturer.
Furnish manufacturer's standard warranty for the EIFS. Provide warranty directly to Government and cover a period of not less than 5 years from date Government accepted the work.
B201001 1.4.1 EIFS System Components
a. Glass Mat Gypsum Sheathing Board - Conform to ASTM C 1177/C 1177M. Nail Pull Resistance: No less than 120 lb (54.4 Kg) when tested in accordance with ASTM C 473.
b. Mechanical Fasteners - Corrosion resistant and as approved by EIFS manufacturer. Select fastener type and pattern based on applicable wind loads and substrate into which fastener will be attached, to provide the necessary pull-out, tensile, and shear strengths.
c. Thermal Insulation - Drainable type. Do not use any layer of insulation less than 3/4 in (19 mm) thick. The maximum thickness of all layers mustl not exceed 4 in (101 mm).
Insulation Board must be certified as aged, in block form, prior to cutting and shipping, a minimum of 6 weeks by air-drying, or equivalent. Insulating material must conform to ASTM C 578, Type I or IV, as recommended by the EIFS manufacturer and treated to be compatible with other EIFS components.
d. Reinforcing Fabric - Reinforcing fabric mesh must be alkali-resistant, balanced, open weave, glass fiber fabric made from twisted multi-end strands specifically treated for compatibility with the other system materials, and comply with EIMA TM 105.01 and as recommended by EIFS manufacturer.
B201001 1.5 CONCRETE EXTERIOR WALL CLOSURE
B201001 1.5.1 Precast Concrete Wall Panels:
ACI 211.1 and ACI 301. PCI MNL-116 or PCI MNL-117. Concrete must have
ATTACHMENT 8 - SECTION B20 - Page 15 of 53 a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 4000 psi (281 Kg/cm2). Air content of plastic concrete must be between 4 and 6 percent air by volume. Provide a dosage of air entraining agent, which will produce 19 plus or minus 3 percent air in a 1 to 4 by weight standard sand mortar in accordance ASTM C 185. Provide aggregate in accordance with ASTM C 33. Seal the panel joints with fully loaded and tooled sealant joints that are properly sized, shaped, and placed against manufacturer approved backing material. Sealant material thickness must not be less than 1/4 inch (6mm).
For rain screen precast panel wall systems with back-up wall construction, provide sealed face joints that allow moisture to be drained from the wall cavity behind the precast panels via weeps.
Provide flashing and water/ moisture resistant barriers to direct water from the wall cavity to the outside of the building. Locate weeps where cavity is obstructed such as above through-wall flashing, at head and sill flashing above and below windows, above door flashings, and wall base flashing.
For barrier wall precast panel wall systems without back-up wall construction, provide a two stage drained joint system on all precast panels joints. Design the two staged drained joint system to provide the following;
a. Locate all sealant beads on the exterior side of the backer rod.
Align placement of the exterior sealant bead with the exterior surface of the precast panel and space the placement of the interior sealant bead as required below but no less than 3 inches (75 mm) from the face of the panel to the face of the interior tooled sealant bead.
b. Space sealant beads as far apart as possible but provide no less than 1 inch (25mm) clear air space between the exterior seal backer rod and the tooled interior sealant bead.
c. Form minimum of 1/2 inch (12mm) weep holes to facilitate drainage in the vertical sealant joints. Attach a bead of sealant to the interior vertical sealant bead with an outward slope and a drop in height of at least 4 inches (100mm) to form the drainage plane for the weep opening.
d. Locate weeps as necessary to allow complete drainage of water from the two stage air/ vent space. Provide weeps at obstructions in the air/ vent space such as through wall flashing, horizontal panel joints, head and sill flashing above and below windows,…
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