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PROJECT MANUAL

Dining Room Addition and Interior Renovations:

Bay Arenac ISD

4155 Monitor Rd Bay City Bay City, MI 48706.

Prepared For: Bay Arenac ISD 4155 Monitor Rd Bay City Bay City, MI 48706.

Prepared By:

Project Number: 2538

Date: BID SET SEPTEMBER 8, 2026

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DOCUMENT 00010

TABLE OF CONTENTS

BAY ARENAC ISD DINING ADDITION

SERIES 0 – DOCUMENTS

Section 00010 Project Information

00011 Table of Contents 00100 List of Drawing Sheets

00150 Advertisement for Bids 00300 Instructions to Bidders 00400 Bid Form 00610 Performance, Labor, and Material Bonds 00650 Insurance Requirements 00720 General Conditions

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01200 Price and Payment Procedures 01210 Allowances and Alternates 01700 Execution and Closeout Requirements

DIVISION 2 – SITE CONSTRUCTION

02110 Site Clearing 02274 Soil Erosion Prevention and Sedimentation Control 02300 Earthwork 02410 Minor Demolition for Remodeling 02722 Storm Sewerage System 02740 Flexible Pavement 02750 Rigid Pavement

DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

03050 Basic Concrete Materials

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

04065 Masonry Mortar and Grout

04810 Unit Masonry 04853 Mortar-Placed Stone Assemblies

DIVISION 5 – METALS

05120 Structural Steel

05210 Steel Joists 05310 Steel Deck 05400 Cold-Formed Metal Framing

DIVISION 6 – WOOD AND PLASTICS

06100 Rough Carpentry 06200 Finish Carpentry 06410 Custom Casework

DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07210 Building Insulation 07214 Foamed-In-Place Insulation 07250 Weather Barriers (Zip System Sheathing – Wall Use) 07468 Metal Siding 07530 Elastomeric Membrane Roofing

07620 Sheet Metal Flashing and Trim 07710 Roof Edging/Fascia 07840 Firestopping 07900 Joint Sealers

DIVISION 8 – DOORS AND WINDOWS

08110 Steel Doors and Frames

08431 Aluminum-Framed Storefronts 08710 Door Hardware 08800 Glazing

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09211 Gypsum Board Assemblies 09300 Tile 09510 Acoustical Ceilings

09650 Resilient Flooring 09681 Tile Carpeting 09770 Special Wall Surfacing – Fiberglass Reinforcement Plastic

09780 Acoustic Wall Panels 09900 Paints and Coatings

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALITIES

10100 Visual Display Boards 10800 Toilet, Bath, and Lavatory Accessories

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

NOT USED

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

NOT USED

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING SYSTEMS

DIVISION 15 – MECHANICAL – SEE DRAWINGS

DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL – SEE DRAWINGS

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 00010

PROJECT INFORMATION

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Project Name: Bay Arenac ISD Dining Addition, located at: 4155 Monitor Rd Bay City, MI 48706 .

B. Architect's Project Number: 2538 C. The Owner, hereinafter referred to as Owner: Bay Arenac ISD D. Owner's Project Manager: Ken Kerr.

1. Department: Supervisor, Building Operations.

2. Address: 4155 Monitor Rd.

3. City, State, Zip: Bay City, MI 48706

4. Phone/Fax: 989-667-3619.

5. E-mail: kerrk@baisd.net.

1.02 PROJECT DESCRIPTION

A. Summary Project Description: Dining room addition and interior renovations.

B. Contract Scope: Construction and demolition.

C. Contract Terms: Lump sum (fixed price, stipulated sum).

1.03 PROJECT CONSULTANTS

A. The Architect, hereinafter referred to as Architect: TSSF Architects Inc.

1. Address: 122 N. Washington Ave.

2. City, State, Zip: Saginaw, MI 48607

3. Phone/Fax: 989-752-7311

4. E-mail: chris@tssfinc.com

1.04 PROCUREMENT TIMETABLE

A. The Owner reserves the right to change the schedule or terminate the entire procurement process at any time.

1.05 PROCUREMENT DOCUMENTS

A. Availability of Documents: Complete sets of procurement documents may be obtained:

1. From Owner at the Project Manager's address listed above.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

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SECTION 000115

LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

T1.0- COVER SHEET

CIVIL

C1.0 – TOPOGRAPHICAL SURVEY PLAN

C1.1 – DEMOLITON PLAN

C2.0 – SITE PLAN

C2.1 – GRADING PLAN

C3.0 – DETAIL SHEET

ARCHITECTURAL

A0.1 – LIFE SAFETY PLAN

A0.2 – GENERAL INFORMATION SHEET

A0.3 – GENERAL INFORMATION SHEET

A0.4 – GENERAL INFORMATION SHEET

D2.0 - PARTIAL DEMOLITION PLAN

A1.0 – ARCHITECTURAL SITE PLAN

A2.0 – PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR PLAN

A3.0 – SCHEDULES, ELEVATIONS AND DETAILS

A4.0 – PARTIAL ROOF PLAN

A5.0 – EXTERIOR ELEVATIONS

A6.0 – BUILDING SECTIONS

A7.0 – WALL SECTIONS

A8.0 – INTERIOR ELEVATIONS AND DETAILS

A9.0 – PARTIAL REFLECTED CEILING PLAN

FF2.0 – PARTIAL FIRST FLOOR FINISH PLAN

STRUCTURAL

S0.1 – SPECIFICATIONS AND DETAILS

S1.0 – FOUNDATION AND ROOF FRAMING PLANS

S2.0 - DETAILS

MECHANICAL

M0.0 – SPECIFICATIONS

M0.1 – SPECIFICATIONS

MD1 – MECHANICAL DEMOLITION PLAN

M1.0 – MAIN FLOOR PLAN – HVAC

M1.1 – ROOF PLAN – HVAC

M2.0 - SCHEDULES

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PLUMBING

P0.0 – SPECIFICATIONS

PD1 – PLUMBING DEMOLITION PLANS

P1.0 – MAIN FLOOR PLAN – PLUMBING UNDERGROUND

P1.1 – OVERHEAD PLUMBING PLAN

P1.2 – ROOF PLUMBING PLAN

P2.0 – SCHEDULE AND DETAILS

ELECTRICAL

E0.0 – ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS AND NOTES

ED1 – ELECTRICAL POWER DEMOLITION PLAN

ED2 – ELECTICAL LIGHTING DEMOLITION PLAN

E1.0 – MAIN FLOOR POWER PLAN

E1.1 – ROOF POWER PLAN

E2.0 – MAIN FLOOR LIGHTING PLAN

E3.0 – ELECTRICAL RISER DIAGRAM

E4.0 – SCHEDULES

E5.0 - SCHEDULES

00150 #2538

SECTION 00150

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS

FROM:

1.01 THE OWNER (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS OWNER):

A. Bay Arenac ISD B. Address:

4228 Bay-Arenac Dr.

Bay City, MI, 48706

1.02 AND THE ARCHITECT (HEREINAFTER REFERRED TO AS ARCHITECT):

A. TSSF Architects Inc.

B. Address:

122 N. Washington Ave.

Saginaw, MI 48607

1.03 DATE: SEPTEMBER 8, 2026

1.04 TO: POTENTIAL BIDDERS

A. Your firm is invited to submit an offer under seal to Owner for the Dining Room Addition and Interior Renovations in a facility located at the above address before 1:00 pm local standard time on the 5th day of October, 2026, for:

B. Project: Bay Arenac ISD Dining Room Addition and Interior Renovations C. Architect's Project Number: 2538.

D. All bidders are required to prequalify to the requirements described in Document 00300 -

Instructions to Bidders.

E. Documents may be obtained only by General Contract. Others may view the Bid Documents at the office of the Architect.

F. Bidders will be required to provide Bid security in the form of a Bid Bond of a sum no less than

5 percent of the Bid Amount.

G. Refer to other bidding requirements described in Document 00300 - Instructions to Bidders.

H. Submit your offer on the Bid Form provided. Bidders may supplement this form as appropriate.

I. Your offer will be required to be submitted under a condition of irrevocability for a period of 30 days after submission.

J. The Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers.

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SECTION 00300

INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS

SUMMARY

1.01 SEE AIA A701, INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS AVAILABLE AT THE OFFICE OF THE

ARCHITECT.

1.02 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Document 00150 - Advertisement for Bids.

B. Document 00400 - Bid Form.

INVITATION

2.01 BID SUBMISSION

A. Bids signed and under seal, executed, and dated will be received at the office of the Owner at 4228 Bay-Arenac Dr. Bay City, MI 48706 at the front desk before 1:00 p.m. local standard time on 10/05/2026.

B. Offers submitted after the above time will be returned to the bidder unopened.

C. Along with the Bids, the Familiar Disclosure Form, Assurances and Certifications, and Affidavit of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act should be signed and completed with the submittal. These formas are behind the Bid Form section 00500 in the specifications.

2.02 WAGE RATES

A. Bay County Prevailing wage requirements are required on this project. Submission of weekly payroll with statement of compliance with original signature during the project are encouraged.

2.03 CONTRACT TIME

A. Identify Contract Time in the Bid Form. The completion date in the Agreement shall be the Contract Time added to the commencement date.

BID DOCUMENTS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

3.01 INQUIRIES/ADDENDA

A. Direct questions to Chris Bohinski, email; chris@tssfinc.com.

B. Addenda may be issued during the bidding period. All Addenda become part of Contract

Documents. Include resultant costs in the Bid Amount.

C. Verbal answers are not binding on any party.

SITE ASSESSMENT

4.01 SITE EXAMINATION

A. Examine the project site before submitting a bid.

4.02 PREBID CONFERENCE

A. A mandatory bidders conference has been scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on 09/15/2026 at the location of 4155 Monitor Rd. Bay City, MI 48706.

BID ENCLOSURES/REQUIREMENTS

5.01 SECURITY DEPOSIT

A. Bids shall be accompanied by a security deposit as follows:

1. Bid Bond of a sum no less than 5 percent of the Bid Amount on AIA A310 Bid Bond Form.

B. Endorse the Bid Bond in the name of the Owner as obligee, signed and sealed by the principal (Contractor) and surety.

C. The security deposit will be returned after delivery to the Owner of the required Performance and Payment Bond(s) by the accepted bidder.

D. Include the cost of bid security in the Bid Amount.

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E. If no contract is awarded, all security deposits will be returned.

OFFER ACCEPTANCE/REJECTION

6.01 DURATION OF OFFER

A. Bids shall remain open to acceptance and shall be irrevocable for a period of sixty (60) days after the bid closing date.

6.02 ACCEPTANCE OF OFFER

A. Owner reserves the right to accept or reject any or all offers.

B. After acceptance by Owner, Architect on behalf of Owner, will issue to the successful bidder, a written Bid Acceptance.

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SECTION 00400

BID FORM

THE PROJECT AND THE PARTIES

1.01 TO:

A. Bay Arenac ISD Ken Kerr 4228 Bay-Arenac Dr.

Bay City, Michigan 48706

1.02 FOR:

A. Project: Bay Arenac ISD Dining Room Addition and Interior Renovations

1.03 DATE: ______________ (BIDDER TO ENTER DATE)

1.04 SUBMITTED BY: (BIDDER TO ENTER NAME AND ADDRESS)

A. Bidder's Full Name _________________________

1. Address _________________________

2. City, State, Zip_________________________

1.05 OFFER

A. Having examined the Place of The Work and all matters referred to in the Instructions to

Bidders and the Bid Documents prepared by ________ for the above mentioned project, we, the undersigned, hereby offer to enter into a Contract to perform the Work for the Sum of:

_________________________________________________________ dollars ($______________________), in lawful money of the United States of America.

B. We have included the required security deposit as required by the Instruction to Bidders.

C. We have included the required performance assurance bonds in the Bid Amount as required by the Instructions to Bidders.

D. All applicable federal taxes are included and State of ________ taxes are included in the Bid

Sum.

E. All Cash and Contingency Allowances described in Section 01210 - Allowances are included in the Bid Sum.

F. Alternate No. 1 Dining Room 1115, Serving Area 116 and Cafeteria 117 Flooring and Ceiling

_________________________________________________Dollars (Bid in Words) (Bid in Figures)

G. Alternate No. 2 Eco Grip Flooring in Kitchen Area _________________________________________________Dollars (Bid in Words) (Bid in Figures)

1.06 ACCEPTANCE

A. This offer shall be open to acceptance and is irrevocable for thirty days from the bid closing date.

B. If this bid is accepted by Owner within the time period stated above, we will:

1. Execute the Agreement within seven days of receipt of Notice of Award.

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1.07 CONTRACT TIME

A. If this Bid is accepted, we will:

B. Complete the Work in _____________________ calendar weeks from Notice to

Proceed. (Bidder to enter number of weeks.)

1.08 CHANGES TO THE WORK

A. When Architect establishes that the method of valuation for Changes in the Work will be net cost plus a percentage fee in accordance with General Conditions, our percentage fee will be:

1. ______ percent on the cost of work done by any Subcontractor.

B. On work deleted from the Contract, our credit to Owner shall be Architect-approved net cost plus _________ of the overhead and profit percentage noted above.

1.09 ADDENDA

A. The following Addenda have been received. The modifications to the Bid Documents noted below have been considered and all costs are included in the Bid Sum.

1. Addendum #1 Dated 03-25-26.

2. Addendum #2 Dated 03-31-26.

3. Addendum #3 Dated 06-03-26.

4. Addendum #4 Dated 08-05-26.

5. Addendum #__________ Dated _____________

6. Addendum #__________ Dated _____________

1.10 BID FORM SIGNATURE(S)

A. The Corporate Seal of B. ____________________________________________

(Bidder - print the full name of your firm) C. was hereunto affixed in the presence of:

D. ____________________________________________

(Authorized signing officer, Title) E. (Seal)

F. (Authorized signing officer, Title)

Familial Disclosure Form

The undersigned, the owner or authorized officer of _____________________________ (the “Proposer”), pursuant to the familial disclosure requirement provided in the Bay-Arenac Intermediate School District Request of Proposals and Specifications, hereby represent and warrant, except as provided below, that no familial relationship exist between bidder(s) or any employee of BAISD, and any member of the Board of Education of the School District or the Superintendent of the Schools or the LEAs listed in the Request for Proposal.

List any Familial Relationships:

Dated: __________________________ PROPOSER: ______________________________

By: ______________________________________

Its: ______________________________________ State of Michigan ) County of _______ )ss:

This instrument was acknowledged before me on the _____ day of _________________, 20__, by

_________________________________(Signature) __________________________________(Printed) Notary Public, ______________ County, Michigan My Commission Expires: ____________________ Acting in the County of ______________________

Assurances and Certifications

Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion

The prospective contractor certifies, by submission of this proposal, that neither it nor its principals are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded for from participating in this transaction by any Federal department of agency. Where the prospective contractor is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective contractor shall attach an explanation to this proposal.

Certification Regarding Nondiscrimination Under Federally and State Assisted Programs

The applicant herby agrees that it will comply with all federal and Michigan laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination and, in accordance therewith, no person, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, marital status or handicap, shall be discriminated against, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination in any program or activity for which it is responsible or for which it receives financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education or the MDE.

Assurance Regarding Access to Records and Financial Statements

The applicant hereby assures that it will provide the pass-through entity, i.e., Bay-Arenac ISD, and auditors with access to the records and financial statements as necessary for the pass-through entity to comply with Section 400 (d) (4) of the U.S. Department of Education Compliance Supplement for A-133.

Iran Economic Sanctions Act

The prospective contractor certifies that its organization, by submission of this proposal, is not an Iran Linked Business. Please refer to the “Iran Economic Sanction Act” Public Act 517 for clarifications or questions.

Bay-Arenac ISD as a Michigan public entity is required to follow Public Act 517 of 2012.

Dated: __________________________ PROPOSER: ______________________________

By: ______________________________________

Its: ______________________________________ State of Michigan ) County of _______ )ss:

This instrument was acknowledged before me on the _____ day of _________________, 20__, by

_________________________________(Signature) __________________________________(Printed) Notary Public, ______________ County, Michigan My Commission Expires: ____________________ Acting in the County of _______________

Affidavit of Compliance – Iran Economic Sanctions Act

All Bids shall be accompanied by a sworn statement disclosing any Iran Linked Business relationship that exists within the owners, including its officers, director, and employees.

The undersigned, the owner or authorized officer of __________________________________ (the “Bidder”), pursuant to Michigan Public Act No . 517 of 2012, the “Iran Linked Business” requirement provided in the BAISD Consortium Universal Service Fund Request for Proposals hereby represents and warrants that the bidder, including its officers, directors and employees, is not and “ Iran Linked Business” within the meaning of the applicable Public Act, and that in the event bidder is awarded a contract as a result of this RFP, the contract. The bidder further acknowledges that any person who is found to have submitted a false certification is responsible for a civil penalty of not more than $250,000 or 2 times the amount of the contract or proposed contract for which the false certification was made, whichever is greater, the cost of the District investigation, and reasonable attorney fees, in addition to the fine. Moreover, any person who submitted a false certification shall be ineligible to bid on future Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for three (3) years from the date that it is determined that the person has submitted the false certification.

There is not an “Iran Linked Business” that exists within the bidder and/or owner, officers, directors and employees.

Bidder: __________________________________________________ (Company Name)

By: __________________________________________________ (Signature)

Its: __________________________________________________ (Title)

This instrument was acknowledged before me, a Notary Public, in and for

________________________ County, on this ________ day of ___________________ 20_____

____________________________________________________ SS:

(Notary Public Signature)

My commission Expires: __________________________

Acting in the County of: ___________________________

00610

SECTION 00610

PERFORMANCE, LABOR, AND MATERIAL BONDS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 BONDS REQUIRED

A. The successful Contractor, shall within fifteen (15) days after acceptance of his proposal, furnish a Performance Bond, in an amount equal to one hundred percent (100%) of the contract sum as security for the faithful performance of this contract and also a Labor and Material Payment Bond in an amount not less than one hundred percent (100%) of the contract sum as security for the payment of all persons performing labor on the project under this contract and furnishing materials in connection with this contract.

B. Cost of said bonds shall be included as a part of the Base Bid.

C. The Contractor shall obtain such bonds in a manner consistent with Michigan law.

D. Bonds signed by Attorney-In-Fact must be accompanied by a certified and effectively dated copy of their Power of Attorney.

1.2 RELATED SECTIONS

A. Section 00500 - Agreement Between Owner and Contractor

B. Section 00700 - General Conditions of the Contract

PART 2 PRODUCTS

Not Used

PART 3 EXECUTION

Not Used

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SECTION 00720

GENERAL CONDITIONS

FORM OF GENERAL CONDITIONS

2.01 THE 2017 EDITION OF THE AIA GENERAL CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT FOR

CONSTRUCTION (AIA DOCUMENT A-201), IS HEREBY MADE A PART OF THIS CONTRACT

AND SHALL BE AS FULLY BINDING ON ALL CONTRACTORS AND SUBCONTRACTORS AS

IF BOUND HEREIN.

2.02 THIS DOCUMENT MAY BE INSPECTED AT THE OFFICE OF THE ARCHITECT.

CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY

4.01 PRIOR TO THE BEGINNING OF CONSTRUCTION, THE GENERAL CONTRACTOR SHALL

ACQUAINT EACH CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR, SUPERINTENDENT OF

CONSTRUCTION, FOREMAN, WORKMAN, SUPPLIER, OR OTHERS WHO ARE OR WILL BE

RESPONSIBLE FOR THE EXECUTION OF ANY TRADE UNDER THIS CONTRACT WITH ALL

PROVISIONS OF THE CONDITIONS OF THE CONTRACT (GENERAL, AND OTHER

CONDITIONS), THE DRAWINGS, THE SPECIFICATIONS, ALL ADDENDA ISSUED PRIOR TO

BID, AND ALL MODIFICATIONS ISSUED AFTER EXECUTION OF THE CONTRACT.

01200

SECTION 01200

PRICE AND PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Procedures for preparation and submittal of applications for progress payments.

1.02 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Use Schedule of Values Form: AIA G703, edition stipulated in the Agreement.

B. Electronic media printout including equivalent information will be considered in lieu of standard form specified; submit draft to Architect for approval.

C. Forms filled out by hand will not be accepted.

1.03 APPLICATIONS FOR PROGRESS PAYMENTS

A. Payment Period: Submit at intervals stipulated in the Agreement.

B. Use Form AIA G702 and Form AIA G703, edition stipulated in the Agreement.

C. Electronic media printout including equivalent information will be considered in lieu of standard form specified; submit sample to Architect for approval.

D. Forms filled out by hand will not be accepted.

E. For each item, provide a column for listing each of the following:

1. Item Number.

2. Description of work.

3. Scheduled Values.

4. Previous Applications.

5. Work in Place and Stored Materials under this Application.

6. Authorized Change Orders.

7. Total Completed and Stored to Date of Application.

8. Balance to Finish.

9. Retainage.

F. Execute certification by signature of authorized officer.

G. Use data from approved Schedule of Values. Provide dollar value in each column for each line item for portion of work performed and for stored products.

H. List each authorized Change Order as a separate line item, listing Change Order number and dollar amount as for an original item of work.

I. Submit one electronic copy of the Application for Payment.

1.04 MODIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. For minor changes not involving an adjustment to the Contract Sum or Contract Time, Architect will issue instructions directly to Contractor.

B. For other required changes, Architect will issue a document signed by Owner instructing

Contractor to proceed with the change, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

1. The document will describe the required changes and will designate method of determining any change in Contract Sum or Contract Time.

2. Promptly execute the change.

C. For changes for which advance pricing is desired, Architect will issue a document that includes a detailed description of a proposed change with supplementary or revised drawings and specifications, a change in Contract Time for executing the change with a stipulation of any overtime work required and the period of time during which the requested price will be considered valid. Contractor shall prepare and submit a fixed price quotation within 5 days.

D. Contractor may propose a change by submitting a request for change to Architect, describing the proposed change and its full effect on the work, with a statement describing the reason for the change, and the effect on the Contract Sum and Contract Time with full documentation.

E. Computation of Change in Contract Amount: As specified in the Agreement and Conditions of the Contract.

F. Substantiation of Costs: Provide full information required for evaluation.

G. Execution of Change Orders: Architect will issue Change Orders for signatures of parties as provided in the Conditions of the Contract.

1.05 APPLICATION FOR FINAL PAYMENT

A. Prepare Application for Final Payment as specified for progress payments, identifying total adjusted Contract Sum, previous payments, and sum remaining due.

B. Application for Final Payment will not be considered until the following have been accomplished:

1. All closeout procedures specified in Section 01700.

SECTION 01210

ALLOWANCES AND

ALTERNATES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Contingency allowance.

B. Landscaping allowance.

C. Testing allowance.

D. Specialty Light Fixture allowance.

1.02 CONTINGENCY ALLOWANCE

A. Contractor's costs for products, delivery, installation, labor, insurance, payroll, taxes, bonding, equipment rental, overhead and profit will be included in Change Orders authorizing expenditure of funds from this Contingency Allowance.

B. Funds will be drawn from the Contingency Allowance only by Change Order.

C. At closeout of Contract, funds remaining in Contingency Allowance will be credited to Owner by Change Order.

1.03 ALLOWANCES SCHEDULE

A. Contingency Allowance: Include the stipulated sum/price of $25,000.00 for use upon Owner's instructions.

B. Landscaping Allowance: Include the stipulated sum/price of $7000.00 for landscaping material and installation.

C. Testing Allowance: Include the stipulated sum/price of $5000.00 for testing related services.

D. Specialty Light Fixture Allowance: Include the stipulated sum/price of $4500.00 to be used for (4) pendant lights and (2) sconces in Dining Room 103.

1.04 ALTERNATES

A. ADD ALTERNATE NO. 1: This alternate contemplates the demolition and installation of new ceilings and flooring materials in Dining Room 115, Serving 116 and Cafeteria 117.

Also included are electrical and mechanical related items for these rooms.

B. ALTERNATE NO. 2: This alternate contemplates deletion of base bid quarry tile and installation of new Eco Grip Resilient Flooring as shown on drawings. Also included in this is the concrete infill of the existing recessed floor areas to level the floor.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

01700

SECTION 01700

EXECUTION AND CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Examination, preparation, and general installation procedures.

B. Cutting and patching.

C. Surveying for laying out the work.

D. Cleaning and protection.

E. Closeout procedures, including Contractor's Correction Punch List, except payment procedures.

F. General requirements for maintenance service.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 078400 - Firestopping.

1.03 QUALIFICATIONS

A. For surveying work, employ a land surveyor registered in the State in which the Project is located and acceptable to Architect. Submit evidence of surveyor's Errors and Omissions insurance coverage in the form of an Insurance Certificate. Employ only individual(s) trained and experienced in collecting and recording accurate data relevant to ongoing construction activities, B. For design of temporary shoring and bracing, employ a Professional Engineer experienced in design of this type of work and licensed in the State in which the Project is located.

1.04 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Ventilate enclosed areas to assist cure of materials, to dissipate humidity, and to prevent accumulation of dust, fumes, vapors, or gases.

B. Dust Control: Execute work by methods to minimize raising dust from construction operations. Provide positive means to prevent air-borne dust from dispersing into atmosphere and over adjacent property.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.01 PATCHING MATERIALS

A. New Materials: As specified in product sections; match existing products and work for patching and extending work.

B. Type and Quality of Existing Products: Determine by inspecting and testing products where necessary, referring to existing work as a standard.

C. Product Substitution: For any proposed change in materials, submit request for substitution.

3.01 EXAMINATION

A. Verify that existing site conditions and substrate surfaces are acceptable for subsequent work. Start of work means acceptance of existing conditions.

B. Verify that existing substrate is capable of structural support or attachment of new work being applied or attached.

C. Examine and verify specific conditions described in individual specification sections.

D. Take field measurements before confirming product orders or beginning fabrication, to minimize waste due to over-ordering or misfabrication.

E. Verify that utility services are available, of the correct characteristics, and in the correct locations.

F. Prior to Cutting: Examine existing conditions prior to commencing work, including elements subject to damage or movement during cutting and patching. After uncovering existing work, assess conditions affecting performance of work. Beginning of cutting or patching means acceptance of existing conditions.

3.02 PREPARATION

A. Clean substrate surfaces prior to applying next material or substance.

B. Seal cracks or openings of substrate prior to applying next material or substance.

C. Apply manufacturer required or recommended substrate primer, sealer, or conditioner prior to applying any new material or substance in contact or bond.

3.03 LAYING OUT THE WORK

A. Verify locations of survey control points prior to starting work.

B. Promptly notify Architect of any discrepancies discovered.

C. Protect survey control points prior to starting site work; preserve permanent reference points during construction.

D. Promptly report to Architect the loss or destruction of any reference point or relocation required because of changes in grades or other reasons.

E. Replace dislocated survey control points based on original survey control. Make no changes without prior written notice to Architect.

F. Utilize recognized engineering survey practices.

G. Establish elevations, lines and levels. Locate and lay out by instrumentation and similar appropriate means:

1. Site improvements including pavements; stakes for grading, fill and topsoil placement;

utility locations, slopes, and invert elevations.

2. Grid or axis for structures.

3. Building foundation, column locations, ground floor elevations.

H. Periodically verify layouts by same means.

I. Maintain a complete and accurate log of control and survey work as it progresses.

3.04 GENERAL INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

A. Install products as specified in individual sections, in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and recommendations, and so as to avoid waste due to necessity for replacement.

B. Make vertical elements plumb and horizontal elements level, unless otherwise indicated.

C. Install equipment and fittings plumb and level, neatly aligned with adjacent vertical and horizontal lines, unless otherwise indicated.

D. Make consistent texture on surfaces, with seamless transitions, unless otherwise indicated.

E. Make neat transitions between different surfaces, maintaining texture and appearance.

3.05 CUTTING AND PATCHING

A. Whenever possible, execute the work by methods that avoid cutting or patching.

B. Perform whatever cutting and patching is necessary to:

1. Complete the work.

2. Fit products together to integrate with other work.

3. Provide openings for penetration of mechanical, electrical, and other services.

4. Match work that has been cut to adjacent work.

5. Repair areas adjacent to cuts to required condition.

6. Repair new work damaged by subsequent work.

7. Remove samples of installed work for testing when requested.

8. Remove and replace defective and non-complying work.

C. Execute work by methods that avoid damage to other work and that will provide appropriate surfaces to receive patching and finishing. In existing work, minimize damage and restore to original condition.

D. Employ original installer to perform cutting for weather exposed and moisture resistant elements, and sight exposed surfaces.

E. Cut rigid materials using masonry saw or core drill. Pneumatic tools not allowed without prior approval.

F. Restore work with new products in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

G. Fit work airtight to pipes, sleeves, ducts, conduit, and other penetrations through surfaces.

H. At penetrations of fire rated walls, partitions, ceiling, or floor construction, completely seal voids with fire rated material in accordance with Section 078400, to full thickness of the penetrated element.

I. Patching:

1. Finish patched surfaces to match finish that existed prior to patching. On continuous surfaces, refinish to nearest intersection or natural break. For an assembly, refinish entire unit.

2. Match color, texture, and appearance.

3. Repair patched surfaces that are damaged, lifted, discolored, or showing other imperfections due to patching work. If defects are due to condition of substrate, repair substrate prior to repairing finish.

3.06 PROGRESS CLEANING

A. Maintain areas free of waste materials, debris, and rubbish. Maintain site in a clean and orderly condition.

B. Remove debris and rubbish from pipe chases, plenums, attics, crawl spaces, and other closed or remote spaces, prior to enclosing the space.

C. Broom and vacuum clean interior areas prior to start of surface finishing and continue cleaning to eliminate dust.

D. Collect and remove waste materials, debris, and trash/rubbish from site periodically and dispose off-site; do not burn or bury.

3.07 PROTECTION OF INSTALLED WORK

A. Protect installed work from damage by construction operations.

B. Provide special protection where specified in individual specification sections.

C. Provide temporary and removable protection for installed products. Control activity in immediate work area to prevent damage.

D. Provide protective coverings at walls, projections, jambs, sills, and soffits of openings.

E. Protect finished floors, stairs, and other surfaces from traffic, dirt, wear, damage, or movement of heavy objects, by protecting with durable sheet materials.

F. Prohibit traffic or storage upon waterproofed or roofed surfaces. If traffic or activity is necessary, obtain recommendations for protection from waterproofing or roofing material manufacturer.

G. Remove protective coverings when no longer needed; reuse or recycle coverings if possible.

3.08 ADJUSTING

A. Adjust operating products and equipment to ensure smooth and unhindered operation.

3.09 FINAL CLEANING

A. Use cleaning materials that are nonhazardous.

B. Clean interior and exterior glass, surfaces exposed to view; remove temporary labels, stains and foreign substances, polish transparent and glossy surfaces, vacuum carpeted and soft surfaces.

C. Remove all labels that are not permanent. Do not paint or otherwise cover fire test labels or nameplates on mechanical and electrical equipment.

D. Clean equipment and fixtures to a sanitary condition with cleaning materials appropriate to the surface and material being cleaned.

E. Clean filters of operating equipment.

F. Clean site; sweep paved areas, rake clean landscaped surfaces.

G. Remove waste, surplus materials, trash/rubbish, and construction facilities from the site;

dispose of in legal manner; do not burn or bury.

3.10 CLOSEOUT PROCEDURES

A. Make submittals that are required by governing or other authorities.

1. Provide copies to Architect and Owner.

B. Accompany Project Coordinator on preliminary inspection to determine items to be listed for completion or correction in the Contractor's Correction Punch List for Contractor's Notice of Substantial Completion.

C. Notify Architect when work is considered ready for Architect's Substantial Completion inspection.

D. Submit written certification containing Contractor's Correction Punch List, that Contract Documents have been reviewed, work has been inspected, and that work is complete in accordance with Contract Documents and ready for Architect's Substantial Completion inspection.

E. Conduct Substantial Completion inspection and create Final Correction Punch List containing Architect's and Contractor's comprehensive list of items identified to be completed or corrected and submit to Architect.

F. Correct items of work listed in Final Correction Punch List and comply with requirements for access to Owner-occupied areas.

G. Notify Architect when work is considered finally complete and ready for Architect's Substantial Completion final inspection.

H. Complete items of work determined by Architect listed in executed Certificate of Substantial Completion.

3.11 MAINTENANCE

A. Provide service and maintenance of components indicated in specification sections.

B. Maintenance Period: As indicated in specification sections or, if not indicated, not less than one year from the Date of Substantial Completion or the length of the specified warranty, whichever is longer.

C. Examine system components at a frequency consistent with reliable operation. Clean, adjust, and lubricate as required.

D. Include systematic examination, adjustment, and lubrication of components. Repair or replace parts whenever required. Use parts produced by the manufacturer of the original component.

E. Maintenance service shall not be assigned or transferred to any agent or subcontractor without prior written consent of the Owner.

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SECTION 02110

SITE CLEARING

1.1 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Remove surface debris.

B. Remove paving, curbs, sidewalks.

C. Clear site of plant life and grass.

D. Remove trees and shrubs.

E. Remove root system of trees and shrubs.

F. Topsoil excavation.

1.2 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Conform to applicable code for disposal of debris.

B. Coordinate clearing Work with utility companies.

PART 2 EXECUTION

2.1 PREPARATION

A. Verify that existing plant life designated to remain, is tagged or identified.

2.2 PROTECTION

A. Locate, identify, and protect utilities that remain, from damage.

B. Protect survey stakes.

C. Protect trees, plant growth, and features designated to remain, as final landscaping.

D. Protect benchmarks and existing structures from damage or displacement.

E. All trees, shrubs, and bushes which are too large to be replaced in kind, shall be left undisturbed, with the utility being installed in a boring and/or tunneling operation, unless written consent from the property owner to remove the tree is obtained.

F. The boring or tunneling operation shall be constructed in accordance with these specifications.

G. The Contractor shall locate the boring or tunneling pit at a sufficient distance to ensure no damage will occur to the tree.

2.3 CLEARING

A. Clear areas required for access to site and execution of Work.

B. Remove paving, curbs, sidewalks.

C. Remove trees as specified on drawing. Remove tree stumps.

D. Clear undergrowth and deadwood, without disturbing subsoil.

2.4 REMOVAL

A. Remove debris, rock, and extracted plant life from site.

B. Trees, shrubs, and bushes which are removed, and which are to be replaced, shall be done so by an established nursery.

C. This work shall be included in the unit price for cleanup of the project.

D. Trees, shrubs, and bushes to be removed shall be done by falling the tree in sections, beginning from the top down and removing the stump and debris from the site.

E. The property owner, at his option, may elect to claim the usable timber.

F. If so, the Contractor shall be responsible for cutting the tree into manageable lengths and stockpiling same along the line of the work.

G. If the property owner does not want the timer, it shall become the property of the Contractor.

H. The cost of removing trees, brush, and bushes and the cutting of timber and removing debris from the site shall be included in the unit price for cleanup of the project.

2.5 TOPSOIL EXCAVATION

A. Excavate topsoil from areas to be further excavated, re-landscaped, marked areas. Farm areas in the project route are to have topsoil windrowed and protected from contamination from sub soil excavation, so it may be replaced and used for farming operations. This is considered part of utility installation.

B. Stockpile in area designated on site as approved by the Engineer. Protect from erosion.

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SECTION 02274

SOIL EROSION PREVENTION AND SEDIMENTATION CONTROL

A. System Description.

B. Quality Assurance.

C. Regulatory Requirements.

D. Method of Payment.

1.2 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

A. Methods of control are identified on Drawings by numbers corresponding to the Michigan Unified Keying System for soil erosion and sedimentation control.

B. The notation "T" or "P" following the number (as shown on the Drawings) indicates whether the control measure is temporary or permanent.

C. Additional control measures shall be employed as required by site conditions and applicable enforcing agency having project jurisdiction.

1.3 UNIT PRICE - BASIS OF MEASUREMENT

A. Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control:

1. Basis of Measurement: Included in the unit price for utility installation and cleanup.

2. Basis of Payment: Includes all labor, material, and equipment required for soil erosion prevention and sedimentation control required for this project.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Perform and maintain work in accordance with the Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control, Part 91 of Act 451 of 1994, and corresponding rules of the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality.

1.5 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS

A. Contractor shall obtain all permits and pay all fees for plan review and inspection as required by applicable enforcing agency having jurisdiction.

B. Submit installation time schedule for temporary and permanent soil erosion and sedimentation control measures to applicable enforcing agency having jurisdiction, as well as to Engineer. Make submittals prior to start of construction.

C. If the site disturbs more than 5.0 acres during the construction project, the Contractor shall obtain a NPDES storm water construction permit and abide by all the rules associated to such a permit.

1.6 METHOD OF PAYMENT

A. All fees required by applicable enforcing agency shall be paid as stated in Proposal.

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Permanent Measures: In accordance with applicable Section for specified materials.

B. Temporary Measures: In accordance with standards and specifications for soil erosion and sediment control with approved plans and requirements of applicable enforcing agency.

3.1 EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION

A. Identify required lines, levels, contours and datum.

B. Field locate known utility locations. Notify Engineer of conflicts and attain removal or relocation instructions prior to continuing installation activities.

C. Maintain and protect existing utilities to remain.

3.2 PROTECTION OF ADJACENT WORK

A. Protect adjacent structures and property which may be damaged by execution of work.

B. Protect existing trees, shrubs, landscaping and lawn areas designated to remain.

3.3 INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE

A. Construct soil erosion and sedimentation control measures in accordance with approved plans and requirements of applicable enforcing agency.

B. Schedule planned control measures with construction operations to limit the area of any disturbed land to the shortest possible period of exposure.

C. Conduct all earth changes so as to effectively reduce accelerated soil erosion and resulting sedimentation.

D. Remove all sediment from runoff water before it leaves the site.

E. Inspect, maintain and repair temporary control measures until permanent control measures are implemented.

F. Maintain permanent control measures until final acceptance by Owner.

G. Install silt fences around all catch-basin inlets, to be removed after final inspection of the project.

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SECTION 02300

EARTHWORK

PART 1 – GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes site grading, removal of topsoil and subsoil, building excavating and trenching, backfilling, and compacting.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Perform Work in accordance with State of Michigan Department of Transportation standards.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS

1.3 SOIL MATERIALS

A. Topsoil: Reusable excavated friable loam; free of subsoil, roots, grass, weeds, free of stone larger than 1/4-inch, foreign matter and capable of supporting, sustaining and rigorous growth of plant life and grass.

B. Subsoil: Excavated material, graded free of lumps larger than 6 inches, rocks larger than 3 inches, organic material, and debris.

1.4 FILL MATERIALS

A. Type A - Select Granular Material: Coarse select granular: Coarse stone washed natural stone; free of shale, clay, friable material, sand, debris, equal to “stonemix”.

1. Grading:

a. Minimum Size: 1/2 inch.

b. Maximum Size: 2 inch.

B. Type B - Pea Gravel: Natural stone; washed, free of clay, shale and organic matter.

1. Minimum Size: ¼ inch.

2. Maximum Size: 5/8 inch.

C. Type C - Sand: Natural river or bank sand; washed; free of silt, clay, loam, friable or soluble materials, and organic matter meeting the requirements of MDOT granular material Class II.

D. Type D – Subsoil: Reused, free of rock larger than 3 inch size, and debris.

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PART 3 -- EXECUTION

1.5 EXAMINATION AND PREPARATION

A. Call Miss Dig at 1-800-482-7171 not less than 3 working days before performing Work.

1. Request underground utilities to be located and marked within and surrounding construction areas.

B. Identify required lines, levels, contours and datum.

C. Notify Architect/Engineer of unexpected subsurface conditions and discontinue affected work in area until notified to resume work.

D. The Various construction operations shall be restricted to the existing right-of-way or the areas indicated on the Plans. If the CONTRACTOR requires additional area, the CONTRACTOR shall furnish the ENGINEER with written permission obtained from the property owner for any part of the operations he conducts outside of the right-of-way or limits indicated.

E. Existing Improvements. The CONTRACTOR shall expose existing sewers and structures to which the new Work is to be connected and notify the ENGINEER of same. The ENGINEER will verify the vertical and horizontal locations of the existing system and shall inform the CONTRACTOR as to the necessary adjustments required to align the new Work with the existing system.

F. Existing Utilities. When existing utilities are shown on the Plans, their locations are approximate only, as secured in the field investigation and/or from available public records.

The CONTRACTOR, prior to the start of construction, shall contact Miss Dig and the public agency or utility having jurisdiction to request the verification of all utilities within the construction area.

When existing utility lines, structures or utility poles are encountered during the performance of the Work, the CONTRACTOR, at his expense, shall perform his operations in such a manner that the service will be uninterrupted.

The CONTRACTOR shall expose all existing utility lines prior to any excavation operation, to determine any conflict with the proposed improvement. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any relocation required as a result of any conflict of existing utilities shown on the plans, with the proposed improvement.

Should it become necessary to move any utility structure, line or pole shown on the Plans or otherwise found necessary to be moved, the CONTRACTOR shall make all arrangements with the OWNER of the utility for the moving. All costs incurred for such moving shall be at the CONTRACTOR’s expense unless indicated otherwise. However, before disturbing a utility line, structure or pole, the CONTRACTOR shall furnish the ENGINEER with satisfactory evidence, in writing, that proper arrangements have been made with the Owner of the utility.

G. Utility Poles. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for any removal or relocation required as a result of any conflict of existing utility poles (including street light poles, guy poles, telephone poles, etc.) with proposed improvements.

The CONTRACTOR shall make all arrangements for removing or relocating utility poles with the owner of the utility pole.

Prior to disturbing any utility pole, the CONTRACTOR shall provide the ENGINEER with written evidence that proper arrangements have been made with the owner of the utility pole.

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When required by the Work, CONTRACTOR shall temporarily support poles in the vicinity of the Work at no additional cost to the OWNER. Support shall be in accordance with and to the satisfaction of the utility company.

H. Existing Sewers, Tile, and Mains. Existing sanitary sewers, storm sewer, drain tile, septic tank bed tiles, water mains or building services or leads, that are encountered during the performance of the Work that require relocation or are damaged, shall be restored with new materials equal in quality and type to the materials encountered.

The new material shall be installed as specified in the Contract Documents and per the requirements of the local agencies. The bedding and backfill material, unless otherwise specified, shall be an approved Class II granular material, compacted to 95% of its maximum unit weight.

Seepage bed tile and water mains shall be replaced in accordance with the requirement of the agency having jurisdiction.

The relocation or protection of existing sewers, tiles, tile field, water mains or building services and leads shall be at the CONTRACTOR’s expense, unless otherwise indicated in the Contract Documents.

I. Existing Structures. Existing surface and subsurface structures may be shown on the Plans, in locations considered most probable from information secured in the field investigation or from available public records. Neither the correctness nor completeness of such information is guaranteed or implied. All structures shall be protected, preserved or restored by the CONTRACTOR, to the satisfaction of the structure owner, at no additional cost to the Project.

1.6 PROTECTION OF ADJACENT WORK

A. Underpin adjacent structures which may be damaged by excavation work, including service utilities and pipe chases.

B. Grade excavation top perimeter to prevent surface water run-off into excavation or to adjacent properties.

1.7 TOPSOIL EXCAVATING

A. Do not excavate wet topsoil.

B. Excavate topsoil and stockpile in area designated on site.

1.8 SUBSOIL EXCAVATING

A. Do not remove wet subsoil.

B. Remove groundwater by pumping to keep excavations dry.

C. Excavate subsoil required for building foundations, construction operations, and other Work.

D. Slope banks to angle of repose or less, until shored.

E. Do not interfere with 45 degree bearing splay of foundations.

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F. Proof roll bearing surfaces. Fill soft spots with Type “C” fill and compact uniformly to 95 percent of maximum density.

G. Correct unauthorized excavation at no cost to Owner.

H. Fill over-excavated areas under structure bearing surfaces in accordance with direction by Architect/Engineer.

I. Stockpile subsoil in area designated on site.

1.9 TRENCHING

A. Excavate for storms sewer, sanitary sewer, water and gas piping to municipal utilities.

B. Cut trenches sufficiently wide to enable installation of utilities and allow inspection.

C. Hand trim excavation and leave free of loose matter.

D. Support pipe and conduit during placement and compaction of bedding fill.

E. Backfill trenches to required contours and elevations.

F. Place and compact fill materials as for Backfilling.

1.10 BACKFILLING

A. Backfill areas to contours and elevations. Use unfrozen and unsaturated materials.

B. Backfill…