RFP_Vol_II.pdf

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U.S. General Services Administration Public Buildings Service

ATTN: KATHERN M. WILLIAMS

230 S. Dearborn Street, Ste. 3300 Chicago, IL 60604

GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GGSSAA GSAR 552.219-71 NOTICE TO OFFERORS OF SUBCONTRACTING PLAN REQUIREMENTS (JUNE 2005) The General Services Administration (GSA) is committed to assuring that maximum practicable opportunity is provided to small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns to participate in the performance of this contract consistent with its efficient performance. GSA expects any subcontracting plan submitted pursuant to FAR 52.219-9, Small Business Subcontracting Plan, to reflect this commitment. Consequently, an offeror, other than a small business concern, before being awarded a contract exceeding $650,000 ($1,500,000 for construction), must demonstrate that its subcontracting plan represents a creative and innovative program for involving small, HUBZone small, small disadvantaged, women-owned, veteran-owned, and service-disabled veteran owned small business concerns as subcontractors in the performance of this contract.

Construction Contract for the NOAA Office Relocation, 13th Floor

VOLUME I – THE AGREEMENT

Table of Contents

I. Project Information

A. Project Summary B. The Contract C. Period of Performance D. Work Conditions/Site Requirements E. Authorized Representative F. Liquidated Damages Rate G. Buy American Exceptions H. Statement of Work, Specifications, Drawings, Exhibits and Other Attachments

II. Prices

A. Basis of Pricing B. Contract Price Form

III. Terms and Conditions

A. Commencement, Prosecution, and Completion of Work B. Contractor Responsibilities C. Contractor Management and Personnel D. Project Schedule E. Extensions of Time F. Interpretation of Specifications and Drawings G. Submittals H. Substantial Completion and Contract Completion I. Use and Possession Prior to Substantial Completion J. Finality of Contract Modifications K. Liquidated Damages L. Insurance Requirements M. Order of Precedence N. Administrative Matters O. Non-Compliance with Contract Requirements P. Safeguarding Sensitive Data and Information Technology Resources Q. Options and Allowances R. Additional Terms and Conditions

IV. Contract Clauses

A. Clauses Incorporated in Full Text B. Clauses Incorporated by Reference C. Subcontract Requirements

VOLUME II – TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIVISION 0 - SPECIAL SECTIONS

00 01 10 Table of Contents 00 01 15 List of Drawings

DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 10 00 Summary 01 14 00 Work Restrictions 01 21 00 Allowances 01 25 00 Substitution Procedures 01 29 00 Payment Procedures 01 30 00 Electronic Project Management (ePM) System 01 31 00 Project Management and Coordination 01 31 20 Critical Path Method Scheduling 01 32 00 Construction Progress Documentation 01 33 00 Submittal Procedures 01 35 25 Fire Prevention & Protection 01 35 53 Security Regulations 01 40 00 Quality Assurance & Control Requirements 01 42 00 References 01 50 00 Temporary Facilities and Controls 01 59 50 Safety and Health 01 60 00 Product Requirements 01 70 00 Execution Requirements 01 73 10 Cutting and Patching 01 73 20 Selective Demolition 01 73 50 Fire Prevention Precautions for Hot Work 01 74 10 Construction Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Management 01 74 19 Construction Nonhazardous Waste Management & Disposal 01 77 00 Closeout Procedures 01 78 10 Project Record Documents 01 78 22 Operation and Maintenance Documentation 01 81 11 Sustainable Design Requirements 01 82 00 Demonstration and Training

DIVISION 2 – EXISTING CONDITIONS

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DIVISION 3 – CONCRETE

Not used

DIVISION 4 – MASONRY

Not used

DIVISION 5 – METALS

05 12 00 Structural Steel Framing 05 50 00 Equipment Support Systems

DIVISION 6 - WOOD, PLASTICS AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 Rough Carpentry

06 40 23 Interior Architectural Woodwork

DIVISION 7 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

07 53 23 Ethylene-Propylene-Diene-Monomer (EPDM) Roofing 07 81 00 Sprayed Fire-Resistant Materials 07 84 13 Penetration Firestopping 07 84 46 Fire-Resistive Joint Systems 07 92 00 Joint Sealants

DIVISION 8 - OPENINGS

08 11 13 Hollow Metal Doors and Frames 08 12 16 Aluminum Frames 08 14 16 Flush Wood Doors 08 31 13 Access Doors and Frames 08 71 00 Door Hardware 08 80 00 Glazing

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09 21 16 Gypsum Board Assemblies 09 31 00 Porcelain Tile 09 51 13 Acoustical Panel Ceilings 09 54 26 Linear Wood Ceilings 09 65 13 Resilient Base and Accessories 09 65 19 Resilient Tile Flooring 09 68 13 Tile Carpeting 09 69 33 Access Flooring 09 72 00 Adhesive Wall Graphics 09 91 00 Painting

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALTIES

10 28 00 Toilet Accessories 10 44 13 Fire Extinguisher Cabinets 10 44 16 Fire Extinguishers 10 51 13 Metal Lockers 10 51 16 Wood lockers

DIVISION 11 – EQUIPMENT

11 52 13 Projection Screens

DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

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DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

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DIVISION 14– CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

Not used

DIVISION 21- FIRE SUPPRESSION

21 05 17 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Fire-Suppression Piping 21 05 18 Escutcheons for Fire-Suppression Piping

21 05 23 General-Duty Valves for Water-Based Fire-Suppression Piping 21 05 48 Vibration and Seismic Controls for Fire-Suppression Piping and Equipment 21 05 48.13 Vibration Controls for Fire-Suppression Piping and Equipment 21 05 53 Identification for Fire-Suppression Piping and Equipment 21 13 17 Sprinkler System Modifications

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 05 16 Expansion Fittings and Loops for Plumbing Piping 7 22 05 17 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Plumbing Piping 22 05 18 Escutcheons for Plumbing Piping 22 05 23.12 Ball Valves for Plumbing Piping 22 05 23.14 Check Valves for Plumbing Piping 22 05 29 Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 22 05 48.13 Vibration Controls for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 22 05 53 Identification for Plumbing Piping and Equipment 22 07 19 Plumbing Piping Insulation 22 11 16 Domestic Water Piping 22 11 19 Domestic Water Piping Specialties 22 13 16 Sanitary Waste and Vent Piping 22 13 19 Sanitary Waste Piping Specialties 22 14 13 Facility Storm Drainage Piping 22 14 23 Storm Drainage Piping Specialties 22 42 16 Commercial Sinks

DIVISION 23 – HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR CONDITIONING

23 01 30.51 HVAC Air-Distribution System Cleaning 23 05 13 Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment 23 05 16 Expansion Fittings and Loops for HVAC Piping 23 05 17 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for HVAC Piping 23 05 18 Escutcheons for HVAC piping 23 05 19 Meters and Gages for HVAC Piping 23 05 23.11 Globe Valves for HVAC Piping 23 05 23.12 Ball Valves for HVAC Piping 23 05 23.13 Butterfly Valves for HVAC Piping 23 05 23.14 Check Valves for HVAC Piping 23 05 29 Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment 23 05 48.13 Vibration Controls for HVAC 23 05 53 Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment 23 05 93 Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC 23 07 13 Duct Insulation 23 07 16 HVAC Equipment Insulation 23 07 19 HVAC Piping Insulation 23 09 23 Direct Digital Control (DDC) System for HVAC 23 09 23.11 Control Valves 23 09 23.12 Control Dampers 23 09 23.18 Leak-Detection Instruments 23 09 23.19 Moisture Instruments 23 09 23.23 Pressure Instruments 23 09 23.27 Temperature Instruments 23 11 23 Facility Natural-Gas Piping 23 21 13 Hydronic Piping

23 21 16 Hydronic Piping Specialties 23 21 23 Hydronic Pumps 23 22 13 Steam and Condensate Heating Piping 23 22 16 Steam and Condensate Piping Specialties 23 23 00 Refrigerant Piping 23 25 13 Water Treatment for Closed-Loop Hydronic Systems 23 31 13 Metal Ducts 23 33 00 Air Duct Accessories 23 34 23 HVAC Power Ventilators 23 36 00 Air Terminal Units 23 37 13 Diffusers, Registers, and Grilles 23 81 23.13 Computer-Room Air-Conditioners, Ceiling-Mounted Units 23 81 46 Water-Source Unitary Heat Pumps 23 84 13 Humidifiers

DIVISION 26 – ELECTRICAL

26 05 19 Low Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables 26 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electrical Systems 26 05 29 Hangers and Supports for Electrical Systems 26 05 33 Raceways and Boxes for Electrical Systems 26 05 53 Identification for Electrical Systems 26 05 73 Power System Studies 26 09 13.11 Electrical Power Monitoring and Control 26 09 23 Lighting Control Devices 26 22 00 Low Voltage Transformers 26 24 16 Panel boards 26 27 26 Wiring Devices 26 32 13 Engine Generators 26 33 53 Static Uninterruptible Power Supply 26 36 00 Transfer Switches 26 41 13 Lightning Protection for Structures 26 51 16 Fluorescent Interior Lighting 26 51 19 LED Interior Lighting 26 52 19 Emergency and Exit Lighting

DIVISION 27 – COMMUNICATIONS

27 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Communications Systems 27 05 28 Pathways for Communications Systems 27 05 36 Cable Trays for Communications Systems 27 05 44 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Communications Pathways and Cabling 27 11 00 Communications Equipment Room Fittings 27 13 00 Communications Backbone Cabling 27 15 00 Communications Horizontal Cabling 27 41 33 Master Antenna Television System

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 05 13 Conductors and Cables for Electronic Safety and Security 28 05 26 Grounding and Bonding for Electronic Safety and Security 28 05 28 Pathways for Electronic Safety and Security 28 05 44 Sleeves and Sleeve Seals for Electronic Safety and Security Pathways and Cabling 28 10 00 Electronic Access Control and Intrusion Detection Systems (EACIDS)

28 13 26 Access Control Remote Devices (Card Reader) 28 31 04 Fire Alarm System Modification 28 31 11 Digital, Addressable Fire-Alarm System

SECTION 00 01 15 – LIST OF DRAWINGS

The drawings listed below and accompanying this specification form a part of the contract.

DRAWING NO. GENERAL

TS-1 Title Sheet LS-01 13th Floor Life Safety Plan

ARCHITECTURAL

A0-00 Reference Information A0-01 Partition Types A1-01 Partial 13th Floor Demolition Plan A2-01 Partial 13th Flr. Plan A2-02 Enlarged Plans A3-01 Partial 13th Flr. Reflected Ceiling Plan A3-02 Ceiling Details A3-03 Ceiling Details A4-01 Interior Elevations A4-02 Interior Elevations A5-01 Interior Sections & Details A5-02 Interior Sections & Details A5-03 Interior Sections & Details A6-01 Door Schedule, Types & Details A8-01 Partial Roof Plan

INTERIOR DESIGN

ID-01 Finish Plan, Legend & Schedule

STRUCTURAL

S1-00 Structural General Notes S8-01 Rooftop Antenna Support Framing Plan

FIRE PROTECTION

FP1-00 Partial 13th Floor Fire Protection Demolition Plan FP1-01 Partial 13th Floor Fire Protection Plan

PLUMBING

P1-00 Plumbing Legand P1-01 Partial 12th Floor Plumbing Demolition Plan P1-02 Partial12th Floor Plumbing Plan

P1-03 Partial 13th Floor Plumbing Demolition Plan P1-04 Partial 13th Floor Plumbing Plan P1-05 Partial Lower Level Three Plumbing Plan

HEATING, VENTILATING AND AIR CONDITIONING

M1-00 Mechanical Legend M1-01 Mechanical Schedule M1-02 Mechanical Schedule M1-03 Mechanical Details M1-04 Mechanical Details M1-05 Mechanical Controls M2-00 Partial 13th Floor HVAC Demolition Plan M2-01 Partial 13th Floor HVAC Plan M2-02 13th Floor Equipment Room HVAC Plan M2-03 Mechanical Room HVAC Plan M2-04 Partial 22nd Floor Two Mechanical Plan

ELECTRICAL

E0-01 Electrical and Technology Legend E0-02 Lighting Fixture Schedule E1-01 Site Electrical Plan E1-02 Partial Lower Level Three Technology Key Plan E1-03 Partial Lower Level Three Elec. And Tech. Key Plan E1-04 Partial 13th Floor Electrical and Tech. Key Plan E1-05 Partial 21st Floor Electrical/Technology Key Plan E2-01 Partial 13th Floor Electrical Demolition Plan E3-01 Partial 13th Floor Lighting Plan E4-01 Partial 13th Floor Power Plan E4-02 Partial 13th Floor Power Plan E5-01 Partial 13th Floor Communication Plan E6-01 Partial 13th Floor Fire Alarm and Security Plan E7-01 Partial 13th Floor Mechanical Connections Plan E8-01 Partial 22nd Floor Electrical and Tech. Plan E8-02 Partial 22nd Floor Lightning Protection System Plan E9-01 N.O.A.A. One Line Diagram E9-02 Panel Board Schedules E9-03 Panel Board Schedules E10-01 Fire Alarm Riser Diagram E10-02 Access Control Typical Wiring Diagrams E10-03 Access Control Typical Wiring Diagrams E11-01 Grounding Details E11-02 Generator and ATS Remote Annunciator Wiring Diagram E11-03 UPS Remote Annunciator Wiring Diagram E11-04 Electrical and Technology Details E11-05 Electrical and Technology Details

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VOLUME III – THE SOLICITATION

I. General Information A. The Solicitation and Contract B. List of Solicitation Documents C. Authorized Representatives D. Pre-Proposal Conference E. Estimated Price Range F. FAR 52.228-1 Bid Guarantee G. FAR 52.236-27 Site Visit - Construction H. Receipt of Offers

II. Proposals A. Proposal Contents B. Proposal Format C. Price Proposal D. Technical Proposal E. Other Information to be submitted with Proposal F. Requirements for Joint Venture Offerors

III. General Provisions

A. Availability of Funds B. Requests for Clarification or Interpretation C. Notice to Small Business Firms D. Information Concerning the Disclosure of Solicitation Results E. Affirmative Procurement Program F. Notice Concerning Preparation of Proposals G. Contractor Performance Information H. Safeguarding Documents Designated as Sensitive But Unclassified I. Additional Security Requirements

IV. FAR/GSAR Solicitation Provisions

A. FAR 52.215-1 Instructions to Offerors—Competitive Acquisition B. FAR 52.216-1 Type of Contract C. FAR 52.222-5 Construction Wage Rate Requirements—Secondary Site of the

Work D. FAR 52.222-23 Notice of Requirement for Affirmative Action to Ensure Equal

Employment Opportunity for Construction E. FAR 52.233-2 Service of Protest F. Buy American G. Buy American Exceptions H. Special 8(a) Requirements I. FAR 52.252-1 Solicitation Provisions Incorporated by Reference J. GSAR 552.102 Incorporating Provisions and Clauses by Reference

V. Additional Solicitation Provisions and Instructions

A. FAR 52.211-1 Availability of Specifications Listed in the GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions, FPMR Part 101-29

B. FAR 52.211-3 Availability of Specifications Not Listed in the GSA Index of Federal Specifications, Standards and Commercial Item Descriptions

C. Additional Provisions

VI. Method of Award A. Evaluation of Offers B. Determination of Responsibility C. Price Reasonableness / Price Realism D. Unbalanced Prices E. Total Evaluated Price F. Non-Price Factors G. Evaluation of Joint Venture Offerors

V. Attachments A. Offer Representations and Certifications B. Attachment A – Reference Check C. Standard Form 1442 – Solicitation, Offer and Award D. GSA Form 527 – Contractor’s Qualifications & Financial Information E. Standard Form 24 – Bid Bond F. Pre-Proposal Registration Form G. DBA Wages: OH160095, Dated: 2/192016 (OH95)

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NOAA OFFICE RELOCATION, 13TH FLOOR PBS REG-5

CARL B. STOKES U.S. COURT HOUSE ROH00736

CLEVELAND, OHIO FINAL DESIGN SUBMITTAL

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SECTION 01 10 00 - SUMMARY

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Project Name and Location: NOAA Office Relocation, 13th Floor, Carl B. Stokes U.S.

Courthouse, 801 W. Superior Avenue, Cleveland OH 44113.

B. Project Summary Description: The project includes but is not limited to the following Work: Work Scope includes approximately 6,735 square feet of interior tenant buildout on the 13th Floor and the construction of a new antenna farm on the roof of the Carl B.

Stokes U.S. Courthouse. Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection systems shall be constructed according to the scope defined by the drawings and these specifications.

C. Architect: The term Architect refers to the project designer. The Architect’s status relative to the construction will be delineated in writing by the Contracting Officer prior to the pre-construction conference. The project was designed by:

Architects: Perspectus Architecture, LLC 13212 Shaker Square, Suite 204 Cleveland, OH 44120 Structural Engineers: Barber & Hoffman, Inc.

1100 West 9th Street Cleveland OH 44113 MEPT Engineers Fredrick, Fredrick & Heller Engineers, Inc.

672 East Royalton Road Broadview Heights, OH 44147

D. Project Delivery Method: Traditional.

E. Government Project Team Members:

GSA Project Manager, PM – John Bolovan U. S. General Services Administration Customer Projects Division, PBS 201 Superior Avenue, Suite 450 Chicago, Illinois 60604 216-522-1839

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GSA Contracting Officer, CO – Kathern M. Williams U. S. General Services Administration Chicagoland and Curtomer Projects, AMD 230 S.

Dearborn Street, Suite 3300 Chicago, Illinois 60604 312-350-5391

GSA Contracting Officer Representative, COR – Elbert R. Regacho U. S. General Services Administration D and C/Project Delivery Division, PBS 230 S. Dearborn Street, Suite 3300 Chicago, Illinois 60604 312-353-7504

GSA Facility Manager, FM – Karen Weaver U. S. General Services Administration Southern Service Center Operations Division, PBS 801 W. Superior Avenue, Suite 7-167 Cleveland, Ohio 44113 216-522-3461

NWS Contact Person – Benjamin Dunford National Weather Service Facility Management, W/OPS15 Station 3348 1325 East West Highway Silver Spring, Maryland 20910 301-233-5131

NOAA Contact Person – Gary Garnet National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service - WFO Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport Cleveland, Ohio 44135 216-265-2382 Ext. 223

1.2 WORK SEQUENCE

A. The work shall start one (1) day after the issuance of the Notice to Proceed and shall be completed in 180 days after the start of work. Phasing of construction is not required.

1.3 WORK BY OTHER CONTRACTORS

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A. The Contractor shall cooperate with the Government or other contractors performing related work, including providing labor, materials and other costs necessary to satisfactorily coordinate the Contract work with work performed under other contracts.

1.4 SCHEDULE OF GOVERNMENT-FURNISHED PROPERTY

A. Furniture, security equipment, copiers, projectors, telephones, cabling, and equipment will be provided by other vendors/contractors. See drawings for items to be salvaged from current facility and relocated to this project area.

1.5 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

A. Work in existing facilities shall correspond in all respects with the existing conditions to which it connects, or to similar existing conditions, in materials, workmanship and finish.

B. Alterations to Existing Conditions: Existing conditions shall be cut, drilled, removed, temporarily removed, or removed and replaced, as necessary for performance of Work under the Contract.

1. Replacements of existing conditions that are removed shall match similar existing conditions.

2. Unless otherwise indicated, existing structural members shall not be cut or altered without authorization by the Contracting Officer.

3. Conditions remaining in place, which are damaged or defaced during the Work, shall be restored to the condition existing at time of award of Contract.

4. Discolored or unfinished surfaces exposed by removal of existing conditions, that are indicated to be final exposed surfaces, shall be refinished or replaced as necessary to produce uniform and harmonious contiguous surfaces.

C. Existing structures will remain in place.

D. Existing utility services with related meters and equipment will remain in place.

E. Removed items indicated to remain the property of the Government shall be stored on site where directed by the GSA Project Manager.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

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SECTION 01 14 00 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES

A. The Contractor will review and document the existing conditions surrounding the project premises. Provide documentation to the Government prior to the commencement of any construction activity.

B. During the construction period, the Contractor shall have full use of the designated premises for construction operations, including full use of the indicated work site, limited only by the Government's right to perform work or retain other contractors to perform work on portions of the project.

C. The Contractor shall limit use of the premises to the work in areas indicated, and to allow for Government occupancy and public use.

1. Confine operations at the site to areas indicated. Do not disturb portions of the site beyond the areas in which Work is indicated.

2. Keep driveways and entrances serving the premises clear and available at all times to the Government, Government employees and to visitors. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials.

3. Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of material and equipment on site. Comply with Government requirements pertaining to location, times and duration of deliveries.

4. Maintain existing building in a safe and weather-tight condition throughout the construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations to the satisfaction of the government. Take precautions to protect the building, its occupants and the public during the construction period. A representative of the Contractor shall be available to arrive on site within one (1) hour of notice should an emergency occur.

5. Keep public areas, such as hallways, stairs, lobbies and toilet rooms, free from accumulation of waste material, rubbish, construction debris and construction materials.

6. Space on the premises will not be made available for the Contractor's storage and related activities

7. Use of the existing loading dock facilities will be shared with Government activities on a first-come-first-served, wait-your-turn basis. Contractor shall comply with Government requirements for times and duration of loading dock occupancy.

8. Existing materials and equipment that are removed as part of the construction operations, and that are not reused or designated to be salvaged as Government property, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from

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the site. Storage or sale of excess salvageable materials and equipment is not permitted on site. Contractor shall comply with the requirements of Section 01 74 19 Construction Nonhazardous Waste Management and Disposal and Section 01 81 11 Sustainable Design Requirements.

9. Pollution producing equipment shall not be located near air intakes where airborne smoke or fumes could be drawn into the building. When not required for powering unloading operations, turn off engines when docked.

10. Smoking is not permitted in or around the building, see Facilities Management Regulation (FMR) Case 2008-102—3. Also see Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 41 CFR Part 102-74.

11. No parking will be available on site. The Contractor and Contractor's employees shall make their own arrangements for vehicle parking off site.

12. Cell Phones: Contractor is to provide company cell phone during this contract.

All cell phones to be on "vibrate” at all times. If a cell phone begins audibly ringing, the building guards will take the cell phone and hold until the end of the working day prior to the contractor leaving the property. Cell phones are only permitted in construction area and contractor’s office space.

13. No apparatus with an open flame is allowed to be used within the facility without the prior receipt of a burn permit. Contact the GSA Building Manager to obtain burn permits. Burn permits are required for each separate occurrence.

14. Permits: Refer to FAR 52.236-7

15. The work shall be sequenced to minimize disruption to building occupants, visitors, and maintenance activities. To the greatest extent feasible, demolition work should not take place until supplies are on hand to perform new work.

16. Coordinate with the GSA Building Manager and the COR for site access.

17. Coordinate with the GSA Building Manager and the COR on correct response procedures for any building system alarms occurring during or resulting from the construction process.

18. All building systems outside the immediate construction area shall be kept fully operational during normal working hours.

19. Protect building site from flying debris.

1.2 GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

A. The Government will occupy the site and the existing building during the entire period of construction. Cooperate with the Government's representatives during construction operations to minimize conflicts, mitigate noise, and facilitate Government usage.

Perform the Work in a manner that does not interfere with the Government's operations.

B. The Government reserves the right to occupy, place, and install equipment in completed areas of the building prior to Substantial Completion, provided such occupancy does not interfere with completion of the Work. The Government's installation of equipment and partial occupancy shall not constitute acceptance of the total Work.

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1. Prior to partial Government occupancy, mechanical and electrical systems for the space shall be fully operational, and required inspections and tests shall be successfully completed. Upon occupancy, the Government will operate and maintain mechanical and electrical systems serving the occupied portions of the building.

2. Upon occupancy, the Government will assume responsibility for maintenance and custodial service for the occupied portions of the building.

1.3 WORKING HOURS

A. Government Occupied Hours: Government personnel are scheduled to occupy the building during the following hours on weekdays, Monday through Friday, except for established Government Holidays: 7:00-AM to 5:00-PM.

1. Some governmental departments are operational 24/7.

B. Contractor's General Working Hours: The Contractor working hours shall be generally established to occur during Government Occupied Hours indicated in paragraph A.

C. Contractor's Required Working Hours: The following work shall be performed during Government Unoccupied Hours or while U.S. Courts are not in session:

1. Noisy and/or odor-producing work that may disrupt tenant operations in adjacent spaces.

2. Work requiring a shutdown of water/HVAC or other building systems.

3. Work accessing the USMS space on the 12th floor.

D. Work accomplished during Government Unoccupied Hours shall be performed at no additional cost to the Government. Contractor shall submit a proposed schedule and gain the Contracting Officer's approval at least 48 hours before proceeding with any work during Government Unoccupied Hours.

1. Contractor shall comply with Government requirements for temporary security and escort requirements.

E. Temporary Suspension of Work: The Contractor shall temporarily suspend work when it interferes with the Government's operation or occupancy of the facility. Contractor shall not be entitled to an adjustment of the Contract price or time of performance as a result of this suspension of work.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

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SECTION 01 21 00 - ALLOWANCES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements governing allowances.

1. Certain items are specified in the Contract Documents by allowances.

Allowances have been established in lieu of additional requirements and to defer selection of actual materials and equipment to a later date when direction will be provided to Contractor. If necessary, additional requirements will be issued by Change Order.

B. Types of allowances include the following:

1. Lump-sum allowances.

1.2 SELECTION AND PURCHASE

A. At the earliest practical date after award of the Contract, advise Architect of the date when final selection and purchase of each product or system described by an allowance must be completed to avoid delaying the Work.

B. At Architect's request, obtain proposals for each allowance for use in making final selections. Include recommendations that are relevant to performing the Work.

C. Purchase products and systems selected by Architect from the designated supplier.

1.3 ACTION SUBMITTALS

A. Submit proposals for purchase of products or systems included in allowances, in the form specified for Change Orders.

1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Submit invoices or delivery slips to show actual quantities of materials delivered to the site for use in fulfillment of each allowance.

B. Coordinate and process submittals for allowance items in same manner as for other portions of the Work.

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1.5 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate allowance items with other portions of the Work. Furnish templates as required to coordinate installation.

1.6 LUMP-SUM ALLOWANCES

A. Unless otherwise indicated, Contractor's costs for receiving and handling at Project site, labor, installation, overhead and profit, and similar costs related to products and materials under allowance shall be included as part of the Contract Sum and not part of the allowance.

1.7 ADJUSTMENT OF ALLOWANCES

A. Allowance Adjustment: To adjust allowance amounts, prepare a Change Order proposal based on the difference between purchase amount and the allowance, multiplied by final measurement of work-in-place where applicable. If applicable, include reasonable allowances for cutting losses, tolerances, mixing wastes, normal product imperfections, and similar margins.

1. If requested, prepare explanation and documentation to substantiate distribution of overhead costs and other margins claimed.

B. Submit claims for increased costs because of a change in scope or nature of the allowance described in the Contract Documents, whether for the purchase order amount or Contractor's handling, labor, installation, overhead, and profit.

1. Do not include Contractor's or subcontractor's indirect expense in the Change Order cost amount unless it is clearly shown that the nature or extent of work has changed from what could have been foreseen from information in the Contract Documents.

2. No change to Contractor's indirect expense is permitted for selection of higher- or lower-priced materials or systems of the same scope and nature as originally indicated.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine products covered by an allowance promptly on delivery for damage or defects. Return damaged or defective products to manufacturer for replacement.

3.2 PREPARATION

A. Coordinate materials and their installation for each allowance with related materials and installations to ensure that each allowance item is completely integrated and interfaced with related work.

3.3 SCHEDULE OF ALLOWANCES

A. Allowance No. 1: Lump-Sum Allowance: Include the sum of $2,500 for room identification signage plaques at Offices and other areas as directed by the Owner.

1. This allowance includes material cost only. Receiving, handling, and installation, and Contractor overhead and profit shall be included in Base Bid.

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SECTION 01 25 00 - SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. The Government is providing the references included in this sub-section for information purposes only and is not intended to provide a comprehensive, all-inclusive list of any and all potentially relevant portions of the Contract Documents. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for substitutions.

B. Related Sections:

1. Section 016000, "Product Requirements" for requirements for submitting comparable product submittals for products by listed manufacturers.

2. Divisions 02 through 49 Sections for specific requirements and limitations for substitutions.

1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Proposed changes to the Contract Documents by the Contractor for products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction.

1. Substitutions for Cause: Changes proposed by Contractor that are required due to changed Project conditions, such as unavailability of product, regulatory changes, or unavailability of required warranty terms

2. Substitutions for Convenience: Changes proposed by Contractor or Owner that are not required in order to meet other Project requirements but may offer advantage to Contractor or Owner

1.4 SUBMITTALS FOR CAUSE OR CONVENIENCE:

A. Substitution Requests: Per Submittal Procedures Section 01 33 00 submit electronic copies through ePM of each request for consideration. Identify product or fabrication or installation method to be replaced. Include Specification Section number and title and Drawing numbers and titles.

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1. Substitution Request Form: Use government approved form.

2. Documentation: Show compliance with requirements for substitutions and the following, as applicable:

a. Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by the Government and separate contractors that will be necessary to accommodate proposed substitution.

b. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed substitution with those of the Work specified. Include annotated copy of applicable specification section. Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, energy and resource performance goals, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

c. Product Data, including drawings and descriptions of products and fabrication and installation procedures.

d. Samples, where applicable or requested.

e. Certificates and qualification data, where applicable or requested.

f. List of similar installations for completed projects with project name, location and contact information of owner and architect/engineer of record.

g. Material test reports from a qualified testing agency indicating and interpreting test results for compliance with requirements indicated.

h. Research reports evidencing compliance with building code in effect for project, when applicable for the proposed substitution.

i. Detailed comparison of Contractor's construction schedule using proposed substitution with products specified for the Work. If specified product or method of construction cannot be provided within the Contract Time, include letter from manufacturer, on manufacturer's letterhead, stating date of receipt of purchase order, lack of availability, or delays in delivery.

Provide a schedule fragnet with a time impact analysis to allow the Government to consider the proposed substitution.

j. Cost information, including a proposal of change, if any, in the Contract Sum.

k. Proposed substitution complies with requirements in the Contract Documents except as indicated in substitution request, is compatible with related materials, and is appropriate for applications indicated.

l. The Contracting Officer may require the Contractor to provide a contractor's waiver of rights to additional payment or time that may subsequently become necessary because of failure of proposed substitution to produce indicated results.

3. The Contracting Officer (CO) or Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) Action: If necessary, the CO or COR will request additional information or documentation for evaluation. The Contractor shall be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals within a reasonable time, given the volume or complexity of the submittals and the criticality of the affected activities to Substantial

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Completion as may be indicated in the Project Schedule. The Contractor shall not be entitled to receive notice of action on submittals containing variations from Contract requirements in less than twenty working days.

B. Failure by the government to respond does not constitute acceptance of the proposed substitution.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Compatibility of Substitutions: Investigate and document compatibility of proposed substitution with related products and materials. Engage qualified testing agency to perform compatibility tests recommended by manufacturers.

1.6 PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Modify or adjust affected work as necessary to integrate work of the approved substitutions.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Substitutions for Cause: Submit requests for substitution immediately upon discovery of need for change, but not later than 15 days prior to time required for preparation and review of related submittals.

1. Conditions: The Contracting Officer (CO) will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied. If the following conditions are not satisfied, the Contracting Officer (CO) will return requests without action, except to record noncompliance with these requirements:

a. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

b. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

c. If requested substitution involves schedule impact Contractor has identified time impact and a mitigation plan. .

d. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

e. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

f. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the

Work.

g. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

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h. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

B. Substitutions for Convenience: The Contracting Officer (CO) will consider requests for substitution if received within 60 days after the Notice of Award. Requests received after that time may be considered or rejected at discretion of the Contracting Officer (CO) or the Contracting Officer Representative (COR).

1. Conditions: The Contracting Officer will consider Contractor's request for substitution when the following conditions are satisfied:

a. Requested substitution offers the Government a substantial advantage in cost, time, energy conservation, or other considerations, after deducting additional obligations the Government incurs..

b. Requested substitution does not require extensive revisions to the Contract Documents.

c. Requested substitution is consistent with the Contract Documents and will produce indicated results.

d. Substitution request is fully documented and properly submitted.

e. Requested substitution will not adversely affect Contractor's construction schedule. If requested substitution impacts the Contractor's construction schedule, Contractor has identified time impact and provided a mitigation plan.

f. Requested substitution has received necessary approvals of authorities having jurisdiction.

g. Requested substitution is compatible with other portions of the Work.

h. Requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the

Work.

i. Requested substitution provides specified warranty.

j. If requested substitution involves more than one contractor, requested substitution has been coordinated with other portions of the Work, is uniform and consistent, is compatible with other products, and is acceptable to all contractors involved.

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SECTION 01 29 00 - PAYMENT PROCEDURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section specifies administrative and procedural requirements necessary to prepare and to process Requests for Payment.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Schedule of Values: A detailed written statement (masterformat/uniformat) furnished by the Contractor outlining the portions of the contract sum, which allocates values (price & percentage) for the various parts of the work and used as the basis for payment application and reviewing progress payments. The Agreement provides further details.

B. Request for Payment: A contractor’s invoice and request for progress payment with substantiating information consistent with approved schedule of values.

1.3 SCHEDULE OF VALUES

A. Coordination: Coordinate preparation of the schedule of values with preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

1. Submit completed Schedule of Values no later than [14] calendar days prior to scheduled date of initial Requests for Payment.

B. Format and Content: Contractor shall be responsible to complete the GSA Schedule of Values Workbook and compile the values into electronic Project Management (ePM) System. Contractor will enter values into workbook prior to ePM input and provide associated electronic baseline copy to contracting officer for record. Contractor will follow guidelines in the Schedule of Values workbook to support ePM upload.

1. Identification: Complete the following Project Identification fields in the Schedule of Values:

a. Project Name

b. Project Number

c. Project Location, City, State

d. Base Contract Number

e. Task Order Number

f. Modification Number

g. GSA Project Manager

h. Contractor's Name and contact information

i. Date of submittal

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2. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Requests for Payment and progress reports.

a. Work activity – (by division or specific work activity)

b. Dollar value of each specific work activity – both with an amount in dollars and whole cents, and as a percentage of the Contract Sum to nearest one-hundredth percent. Adjust the amounts to total to the Contract Sum and the percentages to total 100 percent.

c. Each item in the schedule of values and Requests for Payment shall be complete. Include total cost and proportionate share of general overhead and profit for each item. (i.e. no stand alone item for Overhead, and Profit).

d. Modifications that affect value.

e. Update affected work branches and subordinate line items and resubmit the schedule of values before the next Request for Payment when Modifications result in a change in the Contract Sum.

f. Line item for mobilization and de-mobilization.

g. Line item for close out (% to be negotiated with GSA COR).

3. Options: Provide a separate Schedule of Values for each exercised Option.

4. Each item in the Schedule of Values and Requests for Payment shall be complete.

Temporary facilities and other major cost items that are not direct cost of actual work-in-place may be shown either as separate line items in the schedule of values or distributed as general overhead expense, at the government's option.

5. Revise and update workbook in ePM with all items affecting scope, schedule or cost and resubmit within 14 calendar days as coordinated with project manager or contracting officer. Contractor shall provide a final as-built schedule at project completion. Update affected work branches and subordinate line items and resubmit the schedule of values before the next Request for Payment when Modifications result in a change in the Contract Sum.

1.4 REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT

A. Requirements for Requests for Payment are in Section III, Terms and Conditions of the Agreement.

B. Each Request for Payment following the initial Request for Payment shall be consistent with previous Requests.

1. Initial Request for Payment, Request for Payment at time of Substantial Completion, and final Request for Payment involve additional requirements.

C. Payment Request Times: Submit Request for Payment to GSA by the 7th day of the month.

The period covered by each Request for Payment is one month, ending on the last day of the previous month.

1. Submit one draft copy (aka pencil copy) of Request for Payment to the CO or enter in ePM along with construction progress report not later than the last day of the month for review by GSA. Provide documentation evidencing the cost of work performed to be included in the Request for Payment. Resolve questions resulting from GSA

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review of draft Request for Payment and construction progress report prior to submitting Request for Payment.

D. Request Preparation: All payments must be executed by a person authorized to legally bind the Contractor.

1. Entries shall match data on the schedule of values and Contractor's construction schedule. Use updated schedules if revisions were made.

2. Include amounts for work completed following effective date of previous Request for Payment, whether or not payment has been received. Include only amounts for work completed as of effective date of current Request for Payment.

3. Include amounts of Modifications issued before last day of construction period covered by Request.

E. Stored Materials: Differentiate between items stored on-site and items stored off-site.

1. Provide certificate of insurance, and consent of surety to payment, for stored materials.

2. Provide supporting documentation that verifies amount requested, such as paid invoices. Match amount requested with amounts indicated on documentation.

3. Provide summary documentation for stored materials indicating the following:

a. Value of materials previously stored and remaining stored as of effective date of previous Request for Payment.

b. Value of previously stored materials put in place after effective date of previous Request for Payment and on or before effective date of current Request for Payment.

c. Value of materials stored since effective date of previous Request for Payment and remaining stored as of effective date of current Request for Payment.

F. Initial Request for Payment: Administrative actions and submittals that must precede or coincide with submittal of first Request for Payment include the following:

1. List of subcontractors.

2. Schedule of values.

3. Contractor's construction schedule per Agreement (startup if not final).

4. Products list (preliminary if not final).

5. Sustainable design submittal for project materials cost data.

6. Sustainable design action plans.

7. Schedule of unit prices.

8. Submittal schedule (preliminary if not final).

9. List of Contractor's staff assignments.

10. List of Contractor's principal consultants.

11. Copies of building permits.

12. Copies of authorizations and licenses from authorities having jurisdiction for performance of the Work.

13. Initial progress report.

14. Report of preconstruction conference.

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G. Request for Payment at Substantial Completion: After GSA issues the Notice of Substantial Completion, submit a Request for Payment less previous payments made for portion of the Work claimed as substantially complete.

1. Include documentation supporting claim that the Work is substantially complete and a statement showing an accounting of changes to the Contract Sum.

2. This Request shall reflect Notices of Substantial Completion issued previously for GSA occupancy of designated portions of the Work.

H. Final Payment Request: The Agreement provides further details

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SECTION 01 30 00 - ELECTRONIC PROJECT MANAGEMENT (ePM) SYSTEM

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 PURPOSE

A. The Contractor shall use GSA’s web-based electronic Project Management (ePM) system, which is a fully configured version of Meridian Systems’ Proliance

Construction Management Software. Click on this link for the ePM minimum requirements: https://insite.gsa.gov/portal/category/517870.

1.2 DEFINITION

A. ePM is a web-based project management tool which provides GSA’s Public Buildings

Service with an automated workflow, collaboration, document management and project management solution to help manage GSA design and construction projects.

ePM is integrated with GSA’s gBUILD (Green Building Upgrade Information Lifecycle

Database) to share project creation and data storage information.

1.3 PROJECT COLLABORATION AND DOCUMENTATION

A. General

1. The Contractor…