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REPAIR, ALTERATION AND CONSTRUCTION

INDEFINITE-DELIVERY INDEFINITE-QUANTITY CONTRACT

Contract No. GS-05P-13-SI-D-0032

Technical Specification

TABLE OF CONTENTS

DIVISION 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01010 SUMMARY OF WORK (SECTION INDEX)

SECTION 01040 PROJECT COORDINATION

SECTION 01045 CUTTING AND PATCHING

SECTION 01090 DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

SECTION 01205 PROCEDURES AND CONTROLS

SECTION 01340 SUBMITTALS

SECTION 01505 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

SECTION 01546 SAFETY AND HEALTH

SECTION 01593 SECURITY REGULATIONS

SECTION 01605 PRODUCTS

SECTION 01705 PROJECT CLOSEOUT

DIVISION 2 – SITE WORK

SECTION 02070 SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

SECTION 02085 ASBESTOS ABATEMENT

SECTION 02086 LEAD-BASED PAINT MITIGATION

SECTION 02511 ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVING/MARKING

DIVISION 6 – WOODS AND PLASTICS

SECTION 06200 FINISH CARPENTRY

DIVISION 7 THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07841 THROUGH PENETRATION FIRE STOPPING

DIVISION 8 – DOORS AND WINDOWS

SECTION 08110 STEEL DOORS AND FRAMES

SECTION 08210 WOOD DOORS

SECTION 08510 STEEL WINDOWS

SECTION 08710 FINISH HARDWARE

SECTION 08800 GLASS AND GLAZING

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

SECTION 09210 GYPSUM PLASTER

SECTION 09250 GYPSUM DRYWALL

SECTION 09251 FACTORY-FINISHED GYPSUM BOARD

SECTION 09510 ACOUSTICAL CEILINGS

SECTION 09520 ACOUSTIC WALL SYSTEM

SECTION 09650 RESILIENT FLOORING

SECTION 09680 CARPETING

SECTION 09900 PAINTING

SECTION 09950 WALL COVERINGS

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DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

SECTION 11170 CONSTRUCTION WASTE MANAGEMENT

DIVISION 12 – WINDOW TREATMENT

SECTION 12500 WINDOW TREATMENT

DIVISION 13 SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

SECTION 13700 ARMOR PROTECTION

DIVISION 15 - MECHANICAL

SECTION 15081 DUCT INSULATION

SECTION 15325 STANDPIPE AND SPRINKLER SYSTEMS

SECTION 15720 LOW PRESSURE DUCTWORK

SECTION 15815 METAL DUCTS

SECTION 15820 DUCT ACCESSORIES

SECTION 15990 TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCING

DIVISION 16 – ELECTRICAL

SECTION 16020 RACEWAYS

SECTION 16120 WIRES AND CABLES (600 VOLTS AND LESS)

SECTION 16121 CONTROL, SIGNAL TRANSMISSION MEDIA

SECTION 16135 ELECTRICAL BOXES AND FITTINGS

SECTION 16143 WIRING DEVICES

SECTION 16470 PANELBOARDS

SECTION 16510 INTERIOR BUILDING LIGHTING

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SECTION 01010 - SUMMARY OF THE WORK;

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project information.

2. Work covered by Contract Documents.

3. Phased construction.

4. Work under separate contracts.

5. Access to site.

6. Coordination with occupants.

7. Work restrictions.

8. Specification and drawing conventions.

1.3 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Identification:

1. Project Name: Repair, Alteration and Construction IDIQ

2. Project Region: Great Lakes Region 5

3. List Applicable Zone (1, 2, 3)

B. Owner: The United States of America, as represented by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Region 5, Public Buildings Service (PBS), referred to in the Specifications as the Owner.

1. Contracting Officer: A Contracting Officer (CO) will represent the Owner with respect to the Contract. The CO for this Project is:

Contracting Office will be identified at time of award.

2. Contracting Officer’s Representative: The Contracting Officer may delegate certain administrative and technical responsibilities to Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). The COR for this Project is:

Individual COR(s) will be assigned for each Order

3. Building Manager: The building manager will be responsible for the administration, operation, and maintenance of the building during construction. The Building Manager is:

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The applicable building manager will be identified in each Order

a. The Contracting Officer will delineate the status of the building manager relative to the Project prior to the preconstruction conference.

C. Architect: The design professional retained by the Owner to provide architect-engineer services, as defined by State law, with respect to the Contract. References in the Contract to architect, architect-engineer, engineer, design professional in responsible charge, or similar terms shall be understood to mean Architect as defined in this Paragraph.

The GSA work with many Architects. Each Order will identify an Architects working with GSA on the project.

D.

E. Onsite Construction Representative (OCR): An Onsite Construction Representative (OCR) may be engaged for this Project to serve as an advisor to Owner and to provide assistance in administering the Contract for Construction between Owner and Contractor, according to a separate contract between Owner and OCR. In Divisions 01 through 49 Sections, the term Onsite Construction Representative (OCR) or "OCR" denotes the Owner’s Onsite Construction Representative. For this Project, the OCR is:

OCR Name OCR Company Name Street Address City, Zip Code Phone Number

1.4 WORK COVERED BY CONTRACT DOCUMENTS

A. The Work of this Contract will be identified in each unique Order.

1.5 PHASED CONSTRUCTION

A. GSA may require work to be phased according to scope and direction in Orders.

1.6 WORK UNDER SEPARATE CONTRACTS

A. General: Cooperate fully with separate contractors so work on those contracts may be carried out smoothly, without interfering with or delaying work under this Contract or other contracts. Coordinate the Work of this Contract with work performed under separate contracts.

B. Concurrent Work: Owner may award separate contract(s) for construction operations / repair. Those operations may be conducted simultaneously with work under this Contract.

1.7 ACCESS TO SITE

A. General: Contractor shall have limited use of Project site for construction operations as

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B. Use of Site: Limit use of Project site to work in areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of Project site beyond areas in which the Work is indicated.

1. Depending upon availability, space on the premises may be made available for the Contractor's storage and related activities, provided that its use will not interfere with operations of the Government. Arrange and gain approval for use of this space through the Building Manager.

2. Use of the existing loading dock facilities will be shared with Government activities on a first-come-first-served, wait-your-turn basis or on a pre-scheduled basis coordinated with the Building Manager.

3. Driveways, Walkways and Entrances: Keep driveways, parking garage, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Owner, Owner's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

Comply with directions of Owner's authorized personnel.

a. Schedule deliveries and construction waste removal to minimize use of driveways and entrances by construction operations.

b. Schedule deliveries and construction waste removal to minimize space and time requirements for storage of materials and equipment on-site.

4. Parking may be available to the Contractor during unoccupied hours (see section 1.9.C) in the parking garage. Coordinate and obtain permission for same with Building Manager/office.

No parking, however, will be available on site during occupied hours of the building (See section 1.9.B). The Contractor and Contractor's employees shall make their own arrangements for vehicle parking off site during occupied hours.

C. Condition of Existing Building: Maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

1.8 COORDINATION WITH OCCUPANTS / TENANTS

A. Full Owner Occupancy: Owner will occupy site and existing building / premises during entire construction period. Cooperate with Owner during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Owner usage. Perform the Work so as not to interfere with Owner's or Building Tenants day-to-day operations. Maintain existing exits unless otherwise indicated.

1. Maintain access to existing walkways, corridors, and other adjacent occupied or used facilities. Do not close or obstruct walkways, corridors, or other occupied or used facilities without written permission from Owner and approval of authorities having jurisdiction.

2. Notify the Owner not less than 72 hours in advance of activities that will affect Owner's operations.

3. Protect physical environment of tenant occupied areas during construction operations.

B. Owner Access to Completed Areas of Construction: Owner reserves the right to occupy place and portions of the Work, prior to Substantial Completion of the Work. Such occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

1.9 WORK RESTRICTIONS

A. Work Restrictions, General: Comply with restrictions on construction operations.

1. Comply with limitations on use of public streets and other requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.

1. B. Owner occupied Work Hours: The Contractor is to complete work, unless noted, during the regular working hours of the building in which the work is being performed.

2. The regular working hours for the building will be listed in each Order.

C. Contractor's Required Work During Unoccupied Hours (ENTER HOURS) shall be at no additional expense to the Owner.

D. Periods of Prohibited or Restricted Work: Each Order may include dates and times when the Contractor may not perform work.

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

1. Notify Owner’s Representative and Building Manager not less than 72 hours in advance of proposed utility interruptions.

2. Obtain Building Manager's written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

F. Noise, Vibration, and Odors: Coordinate operations that may result in high levels of noise and vibration, odors, or other disruption to Owner/Tenant occupancy with Owner.

1. Notify Owner’s Representative and Building Manager not less than 72 hours in advance of proposed disruptive operations.

2. Obtain Building Manager’s written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

G. Nonsmoking Building: Smoking is not permitted within the building or within 25 feet of entrances, operable windows, or outdoor air intakes.

H. Controlled Substances: Use of tobacco products and other controlled substances within the existing building and on the Project site is not permitted.

1.10 SPECIFICATION AND DRAWING CONVENTIONS

A. Specification Content: The Specifications use certain conventions for the style of language and the intended meaning of certain terms, words, and phrases when used in particular situations. These conventions are as follows:

1. Imperative mood and streamlined language are generally used in the Specifications. The words "shall," "shall be," or "shall comply with," depending on the context, are implied where a colon (:) is used within a sentence or phrase.

2. Specification requirements are to be performed by Contractor unless specifically stated otherwise.

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B. Division 01 General Requirements: Requirements of Sections in Division 01 apply to the Work of all Sections in the Specifications.

C. Drawing Coordination: Requirements for materials and products identified on the Drawings are described in detail in the Specifications. One or more of the following are used on the Drawings to identify materials and products:

1. Terminology: Materials and products are identified by the typical generic terms used in the individual Specification Sections.

2. Abbreviations and Symbols: Materials and products are identified by abbreviations and symbols published as part of the U.S. National CAD Standard and scheduled on Drawings.

Refer uncertainties as to meaning of abbreviations and symbols to the Contracting Officer for clarification before proceeding.

3. Keynoting: Materials and products are identified by reference keynotes referencing Specification Section numbers found in this Project Manual.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01010

SECTION 01040 - PROJECT COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and

Supplementary Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General coordination procedures.

2. Coordination drawings.

3. Requests for Information (RFIs).

4. Electronic project management (ePM) system.

5. Project meetings.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Request for Information (RFI): Request from Owner, OCR, Architect, or Contractor seeking information required by or clarifications of the Contract Documents.

1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Subcontract List: Prepare a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the Work, including those who are to furnish products or

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1. Name, address, and telephone number of entity performing subcontract or supplying products.

2. Number and title of related Specification Section(s) covered by subcontract.

3. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate, covered by subcontract.

1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Key Personnel Names: Within 15 days of Notice to Proceed, submit a list of key personnel assignments, including superintendent and other personnel in attendance at Project site. Identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities; list addresses and telephone numbers, including home, office, and cellular telephone numbers and email addresses. Provide names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals assigned as alternates in the absence of individuals assigned to Project.

1. Post copies of list in project meeting room, in temporary field office, in ePM system directory, and by each temporary telephone. Keep list current at all times.

1.6 GENERAL COORDINATION PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

4. Schedule construction operations in sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

5. Coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

6. Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Prepare memoranda for distribution to each entity involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and list of attendees at meetings.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Preparation of the schedule of values.

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3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Progress meetings.

6. Preinstallation conferences.

7. Project closeout activities.

8. Startup and adjustment of systems.

1.7 CONSERVATION

A. Conservation, General: Coordinate construction activities to ensure that operations are carried out with consideration given to conservation of energy, water, and materials. Coordinate use of temporary utilities to minimize waste.

1. Salvage materials and equipment involved in performance of, but not actually incorporated into, the Work. Refer to other Sections for disposition of salvaged materials that are designated as Owner's property.

1.8 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Coordination Drawings, General: Prepare coordination drawings in accordance with requirements in individual Sections where installation is not completely shown on Shop Drawings, where limited space availability necessitates coordination, or if coordination is required to facilitate integration of products and materials fabricated or installed by more than one entity.

1. Content: Project-specific information, drawn accurately to a scale large enough to indicate and resolve conflicts. Do not base coordination drawings on standard printed data. Include the following information, as applicable:

a. Use applicable Drawings as a basis for preparation of coordination drawings.

Prepare sections, elevations, and details as needed to describe relationship of various systems and components.

b. Coordinate the addition of trade-specific information to the coordination drawings by multiple installers in a sequence that best provides for coordination of the information and resolution of conflicts between installed components before submitting for review.

c. Indicate functional and spatial relationships of components of architectural, structural, civil, mechanical, and electrical systems.

d. Indicate space requirements for routine maintenance and for anticipated replacement of components during the life of the installation.

e. Show location and size of access doors required for access to concealed dampers, valves, and other controls.

f. Indicate required installation sequences.

g. Indicate dimensions shown on the Drawings. Specifically note dimensions that appear to be in conflict with submitted equipment and minimum clearance requirements. Provide alternate sketches to Owner indicating proposed resolution of such conflicts. Minor dimension changes and difficult installations will not be considered changes to the Contract.

B. Coordination Drawing Organization: Organize coordination drawings as follows:

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1. Floor Plans and Reflected Ceiling Plans: Show architectural and structural elements and mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm, and electrical Work. Show locations of visible ceiling-mounted devices relative to acoustical ceiling grid.

Supplement plan drawings with section drawings where required to adequately represent the Work.

2. Plenum Space: Indicate subframing for support of ceiling and wall systems, mechanical and electrical equipment, and related Work. Locate components within ceiling plenum to accommodate layout of light fixtures indicated on Drawings.

Indicate areas of conflict between light fixtures and other components.

3. Mechanical Rooms: Provide coordination drawings for mechanical rooms showing plans and elevations of mechanical, plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm, and electrical equipment.

4. Structural Penetrations: Indicate penetrations and openings required for all disciplines.

5. Slab Edge and Embedded Items: Indicate slab edge locations and sizes and locations of embedded items for metal fabrications, sleeves, anchor bolts, bearing plates, angles, door floor closers, slab depressions for floor finishes, curbs and housekeeping pads, and similar items.

6. Mechanical and Plumbing Work: Show the following:

a. Sizes and bottom elevations of ductwork, piping, and conduit runs, including insulation, bracing, flanges, and support systems.

b. Dimensions of major components, such as dampers, valves, diffusers, access doors, cleanouts, and electrical distribution equipment.

c. Fire-rated enclosures around ductwork.

7. Electrical Work: Show the following:

a. Runs of vertical and horizontal conduit 1-1/4-inch diameter and larger.

b. Light fixture, exit light, emergency battery pack, smoke detector, and other fire alarm locations.

c. Panel board, switch board, switchgear, transformer, busway, generator, and motor control center locations.

d. Location of pull boxes and junction boxes, dimensioned from column center lines.

8. Fire Protection System: Show the following:

a. Locations of standpipes, mains piping, branch lines, pipe drops, and sprinkler heads.

9. Review: Owner will review coordination drawings to confirm that the Work is being coordinated, but not for the details of the coordination, which are the Contractor's responsibility. If the Owner determines that the coordination drawings are not being prepared in sufficient scope or detail, or are otherwise deficient, the Owner will so inform the Contractor, who shall make changes as directed and resubmit.

C. Digital Data Files of Coordination Drawings: Prepare coordination digital data files in accordance with the following requirements:

1. File Preparation Format: Same digital data software program, version, and operating system as the original Drawings. Compatible with current GSA software.

2. File Submittal Format: Submit or post coordination drawing files using Portable

Document Format (PDF).

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3. BIM File Incorporation: Develop and incorporate coordination drawing files into Building Information Model (BIM) established for Project.

a. Perform three-dimensional component conflict analysis as part of preparation of coordination drawings. Resolve component conflicts prior to submittal. Indicate where conflict resolution requires modification of design requirements by Architect.

4. Architect through Owner will furnish Contractor one set of digital data files of the

Drawings for use in preparing coordination digital data files.

a. One makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of digital data files as they relate to the Drawings.

b. Execute a data licensing agreement in a form acceptable to the Owner, if required for Project.

1.9 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. General: Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI to Owner/OCR in the form specified.

1. OCR will return RFIs submitted by other entities controlled by Contractor, with no response.

2. Coordinate, submit, and respond to RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in the Work.

B. Content of Contractor-Initiated RFIs: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the following:

1. Project name.

2. GSA Project number.

3. Date.

4. Name of Contracting Officer.

5. Name of OCR.

6. Name of Architect.

7. Name of Contractor.

8. RFI number(s). If including multiple numbers, organize them sequentially.

9. RFI subject.

10. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

11. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

12. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

13. Contractor's suggested resolution. If Contractor's recommended resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

14. Contractor's signature.

15. Attachments: Include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, product data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments on attached sketches.

C. RFI Forms: Either software-generated form from Project ePM system or form

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D. OCR and Owner Action: OCR will review each RFI. OCR will forward RFI to Architect and Owner. Owner in conjunction with Architect and OCR will determine action required, and respond through OCR. Allow seven working days for Owner's/Architects’ response for each RFI. RFIs received by OCR after 1:00 p.m.

will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following RFIs will be returned without action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for approval of Contractor's means and methods.

d. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract Documents.

e. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

f. Requests for interpretation of Owner's actions on submittals.

g. Incomplete RFIs or inaccurately prepared RFIs.

2. Owner's action may include a request for additional information, in which case

Owner's time for response will date from time of receipt of additional information.

3. Owner's action on RFIs that may result in a change to the Contract Time or the

Contract Sum may allow Contractor to submit a Notification of Change according to provisions of the Contract.

E. RFI Log: OCR will maintain a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number.

Submit log weekly. When available, use software log that is part of ePM system.

Include the following:

1. Project name.

2. GSA Project number.

3. Name of Contracting Officer.

4. Name of Contractor.

5. Name of Architect.

6. Name of OCR.

7. RFI number including RFIs that were returned without action or withdrawn.

8. RFI description.

9. Date the RFI was submitted.

10. Date Owner's response was received.

11. Identification of related Modification or Proposal Request.

F. On receipt of Owner's action, update the RFI log and immediately distribute the RFI response to affected parties. Review response and notify Contracting Officer through the OCR within seven days if Contractor disagrees with response.

1.10 ELECTRONIC PROJECT MANAGEMENT (ePM) SYSTEM

A. A secure, web-based, electronic project management (ePM) system will be provided by Owner to accommodate information exchange needs of the Project. The ePM system will be maintained continuously through completion of the Construction Stage. All communications between the Owner, Contractor, and other entities involved in the execution of the Project shall be captured and recorded in the ePM

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B. Contractor shall use ePM system for communications with Owner and other entities involved in Project. Electronic storage and transmission of information via the ePM system shall comply with Owner's Document Security Requirements.

1.11 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. General: For meetings indicated as conducted by the Contractor, perform the following:

1. Attendees: Inform participants and others involved, and individuals whose presence is required, of date and time of each meeting. Notify OCR, Owner, Architect and Commissioning Agent of scheduled meeting dates and times.

2. Agenda: Prepare the meeting agenda. Distribute the agenda to all invited attendees.

3. Minutes: Entity responsible for conducting meeting will record significant discussions and agreements achieved. Distribute the meeting minutes to everyone concerned, OCR, and Architect, within three days of the meeting.

B. Preconstruction Conference: CMc will schedule and conduct a preconstruction conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to OCR, Contractor, Architect, Owner and Commissioning Agent.

1. Attendees: Owner, Commissioning Agent, OCR, Architect, and their consultants;

Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the conference. Participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect progress, including the following:

a. Tentative construction schedule.

b. Phasing.

c. Critical work sequencing and long-lead items.

d. Designation of key personnel and their duties.

e. Lines of communications.

f. Procedures for processing field decisions and Modifications.

g. Procedures for RFIs.

h. Procedures for testing and inspecting.

i. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

j. Distribution of the Contract Documents.

k. Submittal procedures.

l. LEED / Sustainable design requirements.

m. Preparation of record documents.

n. Use of the premises and existing building.

o. Work restrictions.

p. Working hours.

q. Owner's occupancy requirements.

r. Responsibility for temporary facilities and controls.

s. Procedures for moisture and mold control.

t. Procedures for disruptions and shutdowns.

u. Construction waste management and recycling.

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v. Parking availability.

w. Office, work, and storage areas.

x. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

y. First aid.

z. Security.

aa. Progress cleaning.

3. Minutes: Entity responsible for conducting meeting will record and distribute meeting minutes.

C. LEED Coordination Conference: CMc will schedule and conduct a LEED coordination conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to OCR, Owner, Architect, Contractor, and Commissioning Agent.

1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of Owner, OCR, Architect, and their consultants; Commissioning Agent, Contractor and its superintendent and LEED coordinator; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the conference. Participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect meeting requirements for LEED certification, including the following:

a. LEED Project Checklist.

b. General requirements for LEED-related procurement and documentation.

c. Project closeout requirements and LEED certification procedures.

d. Role of LEED coordinator.

e. Construction waste management.

f. Construction operations and LEED requirements and restrictions.

3. Minutes: Entity responsible for conducting meeting will record and distribute meeting minutes.

D. Preinstallation Conferences: Conduct a preinstallation conference at Project site before each construction activity/major assemblies if the Work requires tight control and coordination with other construction.

1. Attendees: Installer and representatives of manufacturers and fabricators involved in or affected by the installation and its coordination or integration with other materials and installations that have preceded or will follow shall attend the meeting. Advise Owner, Commissioning Agent, OCR, and Architect of scheduled meeting dates.

2. Agenda: Review progress of other construction activities and preparations for the particular activity under consideration, including requirements for the following:

a. Contract Documents.

b. Options.

c. Related RFIs.

d. Related Modifications.

e. Purchases.

f. Deliveries.

g. Submittals.

h. LEED requirements and sustainable design requirements.

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i. Review of mockups.

j. Possible conflicts.

k. Compatibility problems.

l. Time schedules.

m. Weather limitations.

n. Manufacturer's written recommendations.

o. Warranty requirements.

p. Compatibility of materials.

q. Acceptability of substrates.

r. Temporary facilities and controls.

s. Space and access limitations.

t. Regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

u. Testing and inspecting requirements.

v. Installation procedures.

w. Coordination with other work.

x. Required performance results.

y. Protection of adjacent work.

z. Protection of construction and personnel.

aa. Structural limitations and temporary loading.

3. Record significant conference discussions, agreements, and disagreements, including required corrective measures and actions.

4. Reporting: Distribute minutes of the meeting to each party present and to other parties requiring information.

5. Do not proceed with installation if the conference cannot be successfully concluded.

Initiate actions necessary to resolve impediments to performance of the Work and reconvene the conference at earliest feasible date.

E. Progress Meetings: CMc will conduct progress meetings at weekly intervals.

1. Coordinate dates of meetings with preparation of payment requests.

2. Attendees: In addition to representatives of Owner's Commissioning Agent, OCR, and Architect, each contractor, subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings. All participants at the meeting shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

3. Agenda: Review and correct or approve minutes of previous progress meeting.

Review other items of significance that could affect progress. Include topics for discussion as appropriate to status of Project.

a. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting.

Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to Contractor's construction schedule. Determine how construction behind schedule will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so.

Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

1) Review schedule for next period.

b. Review present and future needs of each entity present, including the following:

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1) Interface requirements.

2) Sequence of operations.

3) Resolution of BIM component conflicts.

4) Status of submittals.

5) Status of LEED and sustainable design documentation.

6) Deliveries.

7) Off-site fabrication.

8) Access.

9) Site utilization.

10) Temporary facilities and controls.

11) Progress cleaning.

12) Quality and work standards.

13) Status of correction of deficient items.

14) Field observations.

15) Status of RFI’s.

16) Status of proposal requests.

17) Pending changes.

18) Status of Modifications.

19) Pending claims and disputes.

20) Documentation of information for payment requests.

4. Minutes: Entity responsible for conducting the meeting will record and distribute the meeting minutes to each party present and to parties requiring information.

a. Schedule Updating: Revise Contractor's construction schedule after each progress meeting where revisions to the schedule have been made or recognized. Issue revised schedule concurrently with the report of each meeting.

F. Project Schedule Meetings: The CMc will conduct meetings to review the overall project schedule, and completed work relating to same as well as to also review upcoming construction operations in order to avoid/resolve potential problems and issues to keep the project on time and within budget.

1. Frequency of Meetings: Monthly.

2. Attendees: In addition to the Contractor, the OCR, the building manager, Project

Manager and/or COR, GSA’s scheduling consultant and any other entity involved in the coordination or planning of construction activities shall be represented. All participants shall be authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

3. Agenda: Review the progress of the work as it relates to the Contractors construction schedule, and address concerns raised by attendees of the meeting as it relates to the schedule and the work.

4. Reporting: No later than 3 calendar days after each meeting, the Contractor shall distribute minutes of meeting to each party present and to other concerned parties, including the Contracting Officer.

G. Meetings with Tenants/Representative: The Contractor shall conduct meetings with affected building tenants/representatives at appropriate construction phase intervals, to address upcoming construction operations and coordination procedures in order to avoid potential problems and misunderstandings.

1. Frequency of Meetings: On an as-needed basis per anticipated construction phase

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2. Attendees: In addition to the Contractor, the OCR, the building manager, Project

Manager and/or COR, the affected tenants and/or their representative(s) or any other entity involved in the coordination or planning of construction activities shall be represented.

3. Agenda: Review and address upcoming construction operations and coordination procedures for the affected tenants, as well as address any outstanding concerns or issues the tenants may have.

4. Reporting: No later than 3 calendar days after each meeting, the Contractor shall distribute minutes of meeting to each party present and to other concerned parties, including the Contracting Officer.

H. Project Closeout Conference: CMc will schedule and conduct a Project closeout conference, at a time convenient to Owner, Contractor, Architect, and Commissioning Agent but no later than 90 days prior to the scheduled date of Substantial Completion.

1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of Owner, Commissioning Agent, OCR, Architect, and their consultants; Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the meeting.

Participants at the meeting shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Discuss items of significance that could affect or delay Project closeout, including the following:

a. Preparation of record documents.

b. Procedures required prior to inspection for Substantial Completion and for final inspection for acceptance.

c. Submittal of written warranties.

d. Requirements for completing LEED and sustainable design documentation.

e. Requirements for preparing operations and maintenance data.

f. Requirements for delivery of material samples, attic stock, and spare parts.

g. Requirements for demonstration and training.

h. Preparation of Contractor's punch list.

i. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment at Substantial Completion and for final payment.

j. Submittal procedures.

k. Coordination of separate contracts.

l. Owner's partial occupancy requirements.

m. Installation of Owner's furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

n. Responsibility for removing temporary facilities and controls.

3. Minutes: Entity conducting meeting will record and distribute meeting minutes.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

END OF SECTION 01040

SECTION 01045 - CUTTING AND PATCHING

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PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and other Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements for cutting and patching.

B. Refer to other Sections for specific requirements and limitations applicable to cutting and patching individual parts of the Work.

1. Requirements of this Section apply to mechanical and electrical installations. Refer to Division-15 and Division-16 Sections for other requirements and limitations applicable to cutting and patching mechanical and electrical installations.

C. Demolition of selected portions of the building for alterations is included in Section 02070, Selective Demolition.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. Cutting and Patching Proposal: Where approval of procedures for cutting and patching is required before proceeding, submit a proposal describing procedures well in advance of the time cutting and patching will be performed and request approval to proceed. Include the following information, as applicable, in the proposal:

1. Describe the extent of cutting and patching required and how it is to be performed; indicate why it cannot be avoided.

2. Describe anticipated results in terms of changes to existing construction;

include changes to structural elements and operating components as well as changes in the building's appearance and other significant visual elements.

3. List products to be used and firms or entities that will perform Work.

4. Indicate dates when cutting and patching is to be performed.

5. List utilities that will be disturbed or affected, including those that will be relocated and those that will be temporarily out-of-service. Indicate how long service will be disrupted.

6. Where cutting and patching involves addition of reinforcement to structural elements, submit details and engineering calculations to show how reinforcement is integrated with the original structure.

7. Approval by the Architect to proceed with cutting and patching does not waive the Architect's right to later require complete removal and replacement of a part of the Work found to be unsatisfactory.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Requirements for Structural Work: Do not cut and patch structural elements in a manner that would reduce their load carrying capacity or load-deflection ratio.

1. Obtain approval of the cutting and patching proposal before cutting and patching the following structural elements:

a. Foundation construction.

b. Bearing and retaining walls.

c. Structural concrete.

d. Structural steel.

e. Lintels.

f. Timber and primary wood framing.

g. Structural decking.

h. Stair systems.

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i. miscellaneous structural metals.

j. Exterior curtain wall construction.

k. Equipment supports.

l. Piping, ductwork, vessels and equipment.

B. Operational and Safety Limitations: Do not cut and patch operating elements or safety related components in a manner that would result in reducing their capacity to perform as intended, or result in increased maintenance, or decreased operational life or safety.

1. Obtain approval of the cutting and patching proposal before cutting and patching the following operating elements or safety related systems:

a. Shoring, bracing, and sheeting.

b. Primary operational systems and equipment.

c. Air or smoke barriers.

d. Water, moisture, or vapor barriers.

e. Membranes and flashing.

f. Fire protection systems.

g. Noise and vibration control elements and systems.

h. Control systems.

i. Communication systems.

j. Conveying systems.

k. Electrical wiring systems.

C. Visual Requirements: Do not cut and patch construction exposed on the exterior or in occupied spaces, in a manner that would, in the Architect's opinion, reduce the building's aesthetic qualities, or result in visual evidence of cutting and patching.

Remove and replace Work cut and patched in a visually unsatisfactory manner.

1. If possible retain the original installer or fabricator to cut and patch the following categories of exposed work, or if it is not possible to engage the original installer or fabricator, engage another recognized experienced and specialized firm:

a. Processed concrete finishes.

b. Stonework and stone masonry.

c. Ornamental metal.

d. Matched-veneer woodwork.

e. Preformed metal panels.

f. Window wall system.

g. Stucco and ornamental plaster.

h. Acoustical ceilings.

i. Terrazzo.

j. Finished wood flooring.

k. Fluid-applied flooring.

l. Carpeting.

m. Aggregate wall coating.

n. Wall covering.

o. Swimming pool finishes.

p. HVAC enclosures, cabinets or covers.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. Use materials that are identical to existing materials. If identical materials are not available or cannot be used where exposed surfaces are involved, use materials that match existing adjacent surfaces to the fullest extent possible with regard to

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B. Plaster: Comply with ASTM C 842.

1. Base Coat: Ready-mixed, sand aggregate gypsum plaster base.

2. Finish Coat: Ready-mixed gypsum finish plaster.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSPECTION

A. Before cutting existing surfaces, examine surfaces to be cut and patched and conditions under which cutting and patching is to be performed. Take corrective action before proceeding, if unsafe or unsatisfactory conditions are encountered.

1. Before proceeding, meet at the site with parties involved in cutting and patching, including mechanical and electrical trades. Review areas of potential interference and conflict. Coordinate procedures and resolve potential conflicts before proceeding.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Temporary Support: Provide temporary support of Work to be cut.

B. Protection: Protect existing construction during cutting and patching to prevent damage. Provide protection from adverse weather conditions for portions of the Project that might be exposed during cutting and patching operations.

C. Avoid interference with use of adjoining areas or interruption of free passage to adjoining areas.

D. Take all precautions necessary to avoid cutting existing pipe, conduit or ductwork serving the building, but scheduled to be removed or relocated until provisions have been made to bypass them.

3.3 PERFORMANCE

A. General: Employ skilled workmen to perform cutting and patching. Proceed with cutting and patching at the earliest feasible time and complete without delay.

1. Cut existing construction to provide for installation of other components or performance of other construction activities and the subsequent fitting and patching required to restore surf aces to their original condition.

B. Cutting: Cut existing construction using methods least likely to damage elements to be retained or adjoining construction. Where possible review proposed procedures with the original installer; comply with the original installer's recommendations.

1. In general, where cutting is required use hand or small power tools designed for sawing or grinding, not hammering and chopping. Cut holes and slots neatly to size required with minimum disturbance of adjacent surfaces. Temporarily cover openings when not in use.

2. To avoid marring existing finished surfaces, cut or drill from the exposed or finished side into concealed surfaces.

3. Cut through concrete and masonry using a cutting machine such as a carborundum saw or diamond core drill.

4. Comply with requirements of applicable Sections of Division-2 where cutting and patching requires excavating and backfilling.

5. By-pass utility services such as pipe or conduit, before cutting, where services are shown or required to be removed, relocated or abandoned.

Cut-off pipe or conduit in walls or partitions to be removed. Cap, valve or plug and seal the remaining portion of pipe or conduit to prevent entrance of moisture or other foreign matter after by-passing and cutting.

C. Patching: Patch with durable seams that are as invisible as possible. Comply with

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1. Where feasible, inspect and test patched areas to demonstrate integrity of the installation.

2. Restore exposed finishes of patched areas and extend finish restoration into retained adjoining construction in a manner that will eliminate evidence of patching and refinishing.

3. Where removal of walls or partitions extends one finished area into another, patch and repair floor and wall surfaces in the new space to provide an even surface of uniform color and appearance. Remove existing floor and wall coverings and replace with new materials, if necessary to achieve uniform color and appearance.

a. Where patching occurs in a smooth painted surface, extend final paint coat over entire surface containing the patch, after the patched area has received primer and second coat.

4. Patch, repair or re-hang existing ceilings as necessary to provide an even plane surface of uniform appearance.

D. Plaster Installation: Comply with manufacturer's instructions and install thickness and coats as indicated.

1. Unless otherwise indicated provide 3-coat Work.

2. Finish gypsum plaster with smooth-trowelled finish. Sand lightly to remove trowel marks and arises.

3. Cut, patch, point-up and repair plaster to accommodate other construction and to restore cracks, dents and imperfections.

3.4 CLEANING

A. Thoroughly clean areas and spaces where cutting and patching is performed or used as access. Remove completely paint, mortar, oils, putty and items of similar nature. Thoroughly clean piping, conduit and similar features before painting or other finishing is applied. Restore damaged pipe covering to its original condition.

END OF SECTION 01045

SECTION 01090 - DEFINITIONS AND STANDARDS

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Supplementary

Conditions and other Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative requirements for compliance with governing regulations, codes and standards.

1. Requirements include obtaining permits, licenses, inspections, releases and similar documentation, as well as payments, statements and similar requirements associated with regulations, codes and standards.

2. Refer to General and Supplementary Conditions for requirements for compliance with governing regulations.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. General: Definitions contained in this Article are not necessarily complete, but are general to the extent that they are not defined more explicitly elsewhere in the…