Specifications.doc

DIVISION I

TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

A substantial amount of specification language consists of definitions of terms found in other contract documents, including drawings (drawings are recognized as being diagrammatic in nature and not completely descriptive of requirements indicated thereon). Certain terms used in the contract documents are defined in this article. Definitions and explanations contained in this section are not necessarily either complete or exclusive, but are general for the work to the extent that they are not stated more explicitly in another element of the contract documents.

Approve: Only the Contracting Officer, or an individual designated by him in writing, can approve or disapprove contract actions. Even if the specifications indicate that an individual other than the Contracting Officer (such as the "Architect" or "Construction Engineer") will approve or disapprove an action, it is understood that only the Contracting Officer has this authority unless the individual is so designated by him in writing. Even when an individual is so designated, the Contractor may appeal the action to the Contracting Officer and the Contracting Officer's decision shall be final. In no case will "approval" by the Contracting Officer be interpreted as a release of the Contractor from responsibility to fulfill requirements of contract documents.

Construction Engineer: A government employee assigned to manage activities for the government during the course of the construction of the project; i.e., the Contracting Officer's representative on the site.

Directed, Requested, etc.: Where not otherwise explained, term such as "directed", "requested", "authorized", "selected", "approved, "required,", "accepted", and "permitted" mean "directed by the Contracting Officer", "requested by the Contracting Officer" , and similar phrases. However, no such implied meaning will be interpreted to extend the Contracting Officer's responsibility into Contractor's area of construction supervision.

Furnish: Except as otherwise defined in greater detail, term "furnish" is used to mean supply and deliver to project site, ready for unloading, unpacking, assembly, installation, etc., as applicable in each instance.

Indicated: The term "Indicated" is a cross-reference to the Work Order, to graphic representations, notes or schedules on drawings, to other paragraphs or schedules in the specifications, and to similar means of recording requirements in contract documents. Where terms such as "shown", "noted", "scheduled", and "specified" are used in lieu of "indicated", it is for purpose of helping reader locate cross-reference , and no limitation of location is intended except as specifically noted.

Install: Except as otherwise defined in greater detail, term "install" is used to mean supply, deliver and construct at project site, including unloading, unpacking, assembly, erection, placing, anchoring, applying, working to dimension, finishing, curing, protecting, cleaning and similar operations, as applicable in each instance.

Installer: The term "Installer" is defined as the entity (person or firm) engaged by the Contractor or its subcontractor or sub-subcontractor for performance of a particular unit of work at the project site, including installation, erection, application and similar required operations. Installers shall be skilled in the work they are to perform.

Project Site: The space available to Contractor for performance of the work, either exclusively or in conjunction with others performing other work.

Provide: Except as otherwise defined in greater detail, term "provide" means furnish and install, complete and ready for intended use, as applicable in each instance.

Special Conditions: Wherever the term "Special Conditions" or "Section, Special Conditions" is used in the specifications, it refers collectively to all of the sections in Division 1-IV.

Specialist: The term "Specialist" means an individual or firm of established reputation (or, if newly organized, whose personnel have previously established a reputation in the same field), which is regularly engaged in, and which maintains a regular force of workmen skilled in either (as applicable) manufacturing or fabricating items required by the Contract, installing items required by the contract, or otherwise performing work required by the contract. Where the contract specification requires installation by a specialist, that term shall also be deemed to mean either the manufacturer of the item, an individual or firm licensed by the manufacturer, or an individual or firm who will perform the work under the manufacturer's direct supervision.

Testing Laboratory: The terms "testing laboratory" or "independent laboratory" are interchangeable, and are defined as an independent entity engaged and paid for by the Contractor to perform specific inspections or tests of the work, either at project site or elsewhere; and to report results of those inspections or tests.

Adequate Water – Water availability at sufficient pressure and in adequate volumes to supply abatement, equipment and material decontamination, personal protection and decontamination, showers, cleanup, and all other decontamination needs. Abatement water supply shall mean at least a constant 15 minute uninterrupted supply.

Air Lock – A system for permitting ingress or egress to a work area, without permitting air movement from a contaminated area into an uncontaminated area, usually consisting of three sheets of overlapping 6-mil thick polyethylene, secured along alternating vertical edges and at the top.

Consultant – An independent firm selected by the General Service Administration (GSA).

Contracting Officer - Contracting Officer means an official designated to enter into and/or administer contracts and make related determinations and findings. This official has the sole authority to issue modifications to the contract, resolve disputes, and to terminate the contract. If specifications indicate that an individual, other than the Contracting Officer, will approve or disapprove an action, it is understood that only the Contracting Officer has authority unless that individual is so designated by the Contracting Officer in writing.

Contracting Officer Representative (COR) - The COR is a Government employee designated by the Contracting Officer (CO) in the administration of a contract.

Critical Barrier – A barrier consisting of the ceiling, walls, floor, and other air tight structures of the building, polyethylene sheeting and support framing as necessary, sealed with duct tape, covering any and all penetrations and openings, such as, but not limited to; corridors to other areas of the building, doors, windows, flues, vents, drains, decontamination facilities, uncontaminated fixed furnishings, and stationary objects, such as electrical boxes, to separate and seal the abatement area from uncontaminated parts of the building. Doors not required for access or egress shall be locked/secured and additionally sealed around door edges with duct tape or other appropriate means on the opposite side. Windows shall be covered with 6-mil polyethylene sheeting on the removal side. Any penetrations to the outside of the building shall be additionally sealed on the outside.

Decontamination Facility/Unit – Area for the cleaning and removal of contaminated personnel. The five-stage decontamination unit (through which all abatement personnel must pass upon entering and exiting the work area) shall be constructed of 6-mil polyethylene sheeting and consist of a dirty room, airlock, shower, airlock, and clean room in sequence. As an alternative, an appropriate and proper mobile decontamination facility may be used, providing that it at least meets all requirements for proper and thorough decontamination.

Enclosure – For the purposes of this specification, the barrier established by the Contractor, to prevent leakage of contamination to occupied areas outside the work area. It also serves the Contractor as an aid by protecting the critical barrier from contamination and to expedite clean-up work. This abatement strategy must be known to last twenty (20) years.

High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) Filter – A filter capable of filtering out nonodispersive particulates having a 0.3 micron or greater diameter form a body of air at a 99.97 percent efficiency or greater.

Indefinite Quantity Contract (IDQ) - An indefinite quantity contract (commonly referred to as “term contract”) provides for the furnishing of an indefinite quantity, with stated limits, of specific property or services during a specified contract period, with deliveries to be scheduled by the timely placement of orders upon the contractor by activities designated either specifically or by class.

Load Out – An area through which material and equipment are passed into the Removal Area and through which bags containing contaminated waste and contaminated equipment are cleaned and passed to the outside from the Removal Area. The cleaning process shall consist of HEPA vacuuming and wet-washing (ensuring complete decontamination) of all bags, drums, equipment, tools, or other items leaving the work area.

Personal Monitoring – Samples shall be representative of all the employees work tasks. Breathing zone shall be considered an area within a hemisphere, forward of the shoulders, with a radius of 6 to 9 inches and the center at the nose and the mouth of the employee.

Task Order - A task order is an instrument for ordering supplies and services against an existing contract. GSA Form 300, Order for Supplies or Services, will be used by GSA ordering officials to initiate task orders against indefinite quantity contracts.

SECTION 1.0 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

1.1 OVERLAPPING AND CONFLICTING ASSIGNMENTS

1.1.2 Specifications and Drawings: Where there appear to be overlapping or conflicting requirements in the drawings and specifications, the order of precedence established by the clauses “Specifications and Drawings for Construction" and "specifications and drawings" of the General conditions shall govern.

1.1.3 Industry Standards: Where compliance with 2 or more industry standards or sets of requirements is specified, and overlapping of those different standards or requirements establishes different or conflicting minimums or levels of quality, the most stringent requirement shall govern.

1.1.4 Contractor's Options: Except for overlapping or conflicting requirements, where more than one set of requirements are specified for a particular unit of work, option is intended to be Contractor's regardless of whether or not it is specifically indicated as such.

1.2 MINIMUM QUALITY/QUANTITY

In every instance, the quality level or quantity shown or specified is intended to be the minimum for the work to be performed or provided. Except as otherwise specifically indicated, the actual work may either comply exactly with that minimum (within specified tolerances), or may exceed that minimum within reasonable limits. In complying with requirements, indicated numeric values are either minimums or maximums as noted or as appropriate for context of requirements. Refer instances of uncertainty to the Contracting Officer for decision before proceeding.

1.3 ASSIGNMENT OF SPECIALISTS

In certain instances, specification text requires that specific work is to be assigned to specialists who must be engaged for performance of that work. Such assignments are special requirements over which the Contractor has no choice or option. These requirements should not be interpreted so as to conflict with applicable regulations, union jurisdiction settlements and similar conventions. Such assignments are intended to establish which party or entity involved in a specific unit of work is recognized as "expert" for the indicated construction processes or operations. Nevertheless, the final responsibility for fulfillment of the entire set of requirements remains with the Contractor.

1.4 DRAWING SYMBOLS

1.4.1 General: Except as otherwise indicated, graphic symbols used on drawings are those symbols recognized in the construction industry for purposes indicated. Where not otherwise noted, symbols are defined by "Architectural Graphic Standards", published by John Wiley & Sons, Inc., latest edition.

1.4.2 Mechanical/Electrical Drawings: Graphic symbols used on mechanical/electrical drawings are generally aligned with symbols recommended by ASHRAE. Where appropriate, those symbols are supplemented by more specific symbols where appropriate as recommended by other recognized technical associations including ASME, ASPE, IEEE and similar organizations. Refer instances of uncertainty to the Contracting Officer for clarification before proceeding.

1.5 INDUSTRY STANDARDS

1.5.1 General Applicability of Standards: Except where more explicit or more stringent requirements are written directly into the contract documents, applicable standards of construction industry have same force and effect (and are made a part of contract documents by reference) as if copied directly into contract documents, or as if published copies were bound herewith, subject to the order of precedence previously stated.

1.5.2 Publication Dates: Refer to clause "Standard References" of General Conditions. Except as otherwise indicated, where compliance with an industry standard is required, comply with standard in effect as of Invitation for Bids.

1.5.3 Abbreviations and Names: The following acronyms or abbreviations as referenced in contract documents are defined to mean the associated names. Both names and addresses are subject to change, and are believed to be, but are not assured to be, accurate and up-to-date as of date of contract documents:

AA

Aluminum Association 900 19th street NW, Suite 300 Washington, DC 20006

AABC

Associated Air Balance Council 1518 K Street, NW, Suite 503 Washington, DC 20005

AAMA

American Architectural Manufacturer's Association 1827 Walden Office Sq., Suite 104 Schaumburg, IL 60173-4268

AASHTO

American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials 444 North Capitol St., NW, Suite 249 Washington, DC 20001

AATCC

American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists P.O. Box 12215 One Davis Drive Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-2215

ACI

American Concrete Institute P.O. Box 9094 Farmington Hills, MI 48333-9094

ADC

Air Diffusion Council 104 S Michigan Ave., Suite 1500 Chicago, IL 60603

AGA

American Gas Association 1515 Wilson Blvd.

Arlington, VA 22209

AHA

American Hardboard Association 1210 W. Northwest Hwy.

Palantine. IL 60067-1897

AISI

American Iron and Steel Institute 1101 17th St NW, Suite 1300 Washington, DC 20036-4700

ALA

American Laminators Association (See LMA)

ALI

Associated Laboratories, Inc.

P.O. Box 152837 Dallas, TX 75315

ALSC

American Lumber Standards Committee P.0. Box 210 Germantown, MD 20874

AMCA

Air Movement and Control Association 30 W. University Drive Arlington Heights, IL 60004

ANSI

American National Standards Institute 11 West 42nd St., 13th Floor New York, NY 10036-8002

APA

APA - The Engineered Wood Association P.O. Box 1 1700 Tacoma, WA 98411

ARI

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Institute 4301 Fairfax Drive, Suite 425 Arlington, VA 22203

ARMA

Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association Central Park 4041 Powder Mill Rd., Suite 404 Calverton, MD 20705

ASCE

American Society of Civil Engineers World Headquarters 1801 Alexander Graham Bell Drive Reston, VA 20191-4400

ASHRAE

American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers 1791 Tullie Circle, NE Atlanta, GA 30329

ASME

American Society of Mechanical Engineers 345 East 47th Street New York, NY 10017

ASPA

American Sod Producers Association.

(See TPI)

ASPE

American Society of Plumbing Engineers 361 7 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 210 Westlake Village, CA 91 362-3649

ASSE

American Society of Sanitary Engineers 28901 Clemens Road Westlake. OH 44145

ASTM

ASTM

100 Bar Harbor Drive West Conshorken, PA 19428-2959 AWl Architectural Woodwork Institute 1952 Isaac Newton Sq. West Reston, VA 201 90

AWPA

American Wood Preservers' Association P.O. Box 5690 Granbury, TX 76049

AWS

American Welding Society 550 Le Jeune Road, NW Miami, FL 33135

AWWA

American Water Works Association 6666 W. Quincy Ave.

Denver, CO 80235

BHMA

Builders' Hardware Manufacturers Association 355 Lexington Avenue, 1 7'h lo or New York, NY 10017-6603

CE

Corps of Engineers (US Department of the Army) Chief of Engineers - Referral 20 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20314

CFR

Code of Federal Regulations Available from the Government Printing Office) North Capitol Street between G and H Streets, NW Washington, DC 20402 (Material is usually first published in the Federal Register) ClSCA Ceilings and Interior Systems Construction Association 1500 Lincoln Hwy, Suite 202 St. Charles, IL 60174

CRI

Carpet and Rug Institute 310 Holiday Avenue Dalton, GA 30722-2048

CS

Commercial Standard (U.S. Department of Commerce) Government Printing Office Washington, DC 20402

DOC

Department of Commerce 14th Street and Constitution Ave., NW Washington, DC 20230

EPA

Environmental Protection Agency 401 M Street, SW Washington, DC 20460

ETL

ETL Testing Laboratories, Inc.

(Now part of ITS)

FM

Factory Mutual System 1151 Boston-Providence Turnpike Norwood, MA 02062-9102

FS

Federal Specification Unit (General Services Administration) 470 East L'ENFANT Plaza, SW, Suite 81 00 Washington, DC 20407

GA

Gypsum Association 810 First St. NE, Suite 510 Washington, DC 20002

GANA

Glass Association of North America (Formerly: Flat Glass Marketing Association) 2945 Southwest Wanamaker Drive, Suite A Topeka, KS 66614

GSA

General Services Administration 18th and F Streets, NW Washington, DC 20405

HPVA

Hardwood Plywood and Veneer Association 1825 Michael Farraday Drive P.O. Box 2789 Reston, VA 22 195-0789

IAS

International Approval Service Division of Canadian Standards Association 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road Cleveland, OH 44131

IEEE

Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers 345 E 47th Street New York, NY 1001 7-2394

IGCC

Insulating Glass Certification Council P.O. Box 9 Henderson Harbor, NY 13651

ITS

lntertek Testing Services (Formerly: lnchcape Testing Services) P.O. Box 2040 3933 US Route 11 Cortland, NY 13045-7902

LMA

Laminating Materials Association (Formerly: American Laminators Association) 116 Lawrence St.

Hillsdale, NJ 07642-2730

MIL

Military Standardization Documents (U.S. Department of Defense) Defense Automated Printing Service 770 Robbins Avenue, Building 4D Philadelphia, PA 19119

ML/SFA

Metal Lath/Steel Framing Association 8 South Michigan Ave., Suite 1000 Chicago, IL 60603

MSS

Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry 127 Park Street, NE Vienna, VA 221 80-4602

NAAMM

National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers 8 South Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 60603 NAMl National Accreditation & Management Institute, Inc.

P.O. Box 366 207 S. Washington Street Berkeley Springs, WV 25411

NEC

National Electrical Code (by NFPA)

NEMA

National Electrical Manufacturers Association 1300 N 17th Street, Suite 1847 Rosslyn, VA 22209

NFPA

National Fire Protection Association One Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02269-9101

NHLA

National Hardwood Lumber Association P.O. Box 34518 Memphis, TN 38184-0518

NRCA

National Roofing Contractors Association O'Hare International Center 10255 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 600 Rosemont, 11 6001 8-5607

NSF

NSF International (Formerly: National Sanitation Foundation) 3475 Plymouth Rd.

Ann Arbor, MI 48105

NTMA

National Terrazzo and Mosaic Association 110 E. Market St., Suite 200A Leesburg, VA 20176-3122

NWMA

National Woodwork Manufacturers Association (Now NWWDA)

NWWDA

National Wood Window and Door Association (Formerly NWMA) 1400 East Touhy Avenue Des Plaines, IL 60018

OSHA

Occupational Safety and Health Administration (U.S. Department of Labor) 200 Constitution Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20210

PEI

Porcelain Enamel Institute 4004 Hillsboro Pike, Suite 2240 Nashville, TN 37215

PS

Product Standard of NBS (U.S. Department of Commerce) Government Printing Office Washington, DC 20402

RMA

Rubber Manufacturers Association 1400 K. St., NW, Suite 900 Washington, DC 20005

SDI

Steel Door Institute (C/O A.P. Wherry and Associates, Inc.)

30200 Detroit Road Cleveland, OH 44145-1967

SGCC

Safety Glazing Certification Council P.O. Box 9 Henderson Harbor, NY 13651

SIGMA

Sealed Insulating Glass Manufacturers Association 401 N. Michigan Avenue Chicago, IL 6061 14267

SMACNA

Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractor's National Association 4201 Lafayette Center Drive P.O. Box 221230 Chantilly, VA 20151-1209 SPlB Southern Pine Inspection Bureau 4709 Scenic Hwy Pensacola, FL 32504-9094

SPRI

SPRl (Formerly: Single Ply Roofing Institute) 200 Reservoir St., Suite 309A Needham, MA 02494-3034

SSPC

SSPC: The Society for Protective Coverings 20 24th street, 6th lo or Pittsburgh, PA 15222-4656

SWI

Steel Window Institute (C/O Thomas Associates, Inc.)

1300 Sumner Avenue Cleveland, OH 441 15-2851

TCA

Tile Council of America P.O. Box 1787 Clemson, SC 29633

UL

Underwriters Laboratories 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook, IL 60062

WCLIB

West Coast Lumber lnspection Bureau P.O. Box 23145 Portland, OR 97223

WIC

Woodwork Institute of California P.O. Box 980247 West Sacramento, CA 95798-0247

WMMPA

Wood Moulding & Millwork Producers Association 507 First Street Woodland, CA 95695

WWPA

Western Wood Products Association 522 SW 5th Avenue, Yeon Building Portland, OR 97204-21 22

END OF SECTION 1.0

2.0 PROCEDURES AND CONTROLS

2.1 LIMITATIONS FOR USE OF SITE

2.1.1 Use of Equipment by Government: Use and possession of

“Construction Contract Clauses”.

2.1.2 Occupancy of Premises: The premises may not be occupied during performance of most work under the contract, since most will take place over weekends.

2.1.3 Parking Facilities: There will be no parking available at site during normal working hours. The Contractor and his employees shall make their awn arrangements for vehicle parking. Temporary parking may be permitted when prior arrangements are made with GSA Buildings Manager.

2.1.4 Loading Dock Facilities: The Government will permit use of loading dock facilities on a first come, first served basis and wait your turn. Parking for one Contractor vehicle will be permitted, when prior arrangements are made, in a general area, not a reserved space.

2.1.5 Materials on the Site: Materials and equipment that are removed and not reused under this contract become the proper of the Contractor unless specified otherwise in the Delivery Order.

2.1.6 Storage or Sale of Equipment on Site: Storage or sale of excess salvageable material on the site is not permitted. Remove from site.

2.1.7 Powder-Actuated Tools: The use of impact tools for cutting concrete or for installation of inserts and the use of powder-actuated tools will not be permitted in occupied office buildings during Government working hours. Impact tools and powder-actuated tools may be used during non-Government working hours with written permission of the Contracting Officer’s Representative on each Delivery Order. The requests should include details concerning the proximity that these impact tools will be relative to Asbestos Containing Materials (i.e. ACM). Permission shall include the times and location impact tools and powder-actuated tools may be used.

2.2 TRADESPERSONS AND WORKMANSHIP STANDARDS: Instigate and maintain procedures to ensure that persons performing work at site are skilled and knowledgeable in methods and craftsmanship needed to produce required quality-levels for workmanship in completed work. Remove and replace work which does not comply with workmanship standards as specified and as recognized in the construction industry for applications indicated. Remove and replace other work damaged or deteriorated by faulty workmanship or its replacement.

2.3 INSPECTIONS, TESTS AND REPORTS: Required inspection and testing services are intended to assist in determination of probable compliances of work with requirement, but do not relieve Contractor of responsibility for those compliances, or for general fulfillment of requirements of contract documents. Specified inspections and test are not intended to limit Contractor's quality control program. Afford reasonable access to agencies performing tests and inspections.

2.4 GENERAL INSTALLATION PROVISIONS

2.4.1 Installer's Inspection of Conditions: Require installer of each major unit of work to inspect substrate to receive work, and conditions under which work will be performed, and to report (in writing to Contractor) unsatisfactory conditions. Do not proceed with the work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in a manner acceptable to installer.

2.4.2 Manufacturer’s Instructions: Where installations include manufactured products, comply with manufacturer's applicable instructions and recommendations for installation, to extent these are more explicit or more stringent than requirements indicated in contract documents.

2.4.3 Inspect each item of materials or equipment immediately prior to installation, and reject damaged and defective items.

2.4.4 Install work during conditions of temperature, humidity, exposure, forecasted weather, and status of project completion which will ensure best possible results for each unit of work, in coordination with entire work. Isolate each unit of work from non-compatible work, as required to prevent deterioration.

2.4.5 Coordinate enclosure (closing-in) of work with required inspections and tests, so as to minimize necessity of uncovering work for that purpose.

2.4.6 Mounting Heights: Where mounting heights are not indicated, mount individual units of work at industry-recognized standard mounting heights for applications indicated. Refer questionable mounting height choices to the Contracting Officer for final decision.

2.5 CUTTING AND PATCHING

2.5.1 Do not cut-and-patch structural working manner resulting in a reduction of load-carrying capacity or load/deflection ratio; submit proposed cutting and patching to the Contracting Officer for structural approval before proceeding. Do not cut-and-patch operational elements and safety-related components in a manner resulting in reduction of capacities to perform in manner intended or resulting in decreased operational life, increased maintenance, or decreased safety.

2.5.2 Engage original Fabricator/Installer to perform cutting-and-patching of structural work, operational/safety-related components, and visually-exposed work: or, if not available, engage only recognized experts; employ only proven methods.

2.5.3 Materials: Except as otherwise indicated or approved

by the Contracting Officer, provide materials for cutting-and-patching this will result in equal-or-better work than work being cut-and-patched; in terms of performance characteristics and including visual effect where applicable. Use materials identical with original materials where feasible and where recognized that satisfactory results can be produced thereby.

2.5.4 Temporary Support and Protection: Provide adequate temporary support for work to be cut, to prevent failure. Do not endanger other work. Provide adequate protection of other work during cutting-and-patching, to prevent damage; and to provide protection of the work from adverse weather exposure. Do cut work by methods least likely to damage work to be retained and work adjoining.

2.5.5 Patch with methods which are durable and as invisible as possible. Comply with specified tolerances for the work.

2.5.6 Restore exposed finishes of patched areas; and, where necessary extend finish restoration only retained work adjoining, in a manner which will eliminate evidence of patching. Where patch occurs in a smooth painted surface, extend final paint coat over entire unbroken surface containing patch, after patched area has received prime and base coats.

2.6 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

2.6.1 General: During handling and installation of work at project site clean and protect work in progress and adjoining work on a basis of perpetual maintenance. Apply suitable protective covering on newly installed work where reasonably required to ensure freedom from damage or deterioration at time of substantial completion; otherwise, clean and. perform maintenance on newly installed work as frequently as necessary through remainder of construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to ensure operability without damaging effects.

2.6.2 Limiting Exposures of Work: To extent possible through reasonable control and protection methods, supervise performance of work in a manner and by means which will ensure that none of the work, whether completed or in progress, will be subjected to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposures during construction period. Such exposures include (where applicable, but not by way of limitation) static loading, dynamic loading, internal pressures , external pressures, high or low temperatures, thermal shock, high or low humidity, air contamination or pollution, water, ice , solvents , chemicals, light , radiation, puncture, abrasion, heavy traffic , soiling, bacteria, insect infestation , combustion, electrical current, high speed operation , improper lubrication , unusual wear, misuse, incompatible interface, destructive testing, misalignment, excessive shipping/handling, theft and vandalism.

2.7 ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

2.7.1 Solid, Liquid, and Gaseous Contaminants: Contractor shall be responsible for the proper disposal of all solid, liquid, and gaseous contaminants in accordance with all local codes and regulations, together with the following requirements:

2.7.2 Discharge gaseous contaminants so that they will be sufficiently diluted with fresh air to reduce the toxicity to an acceptable level.

2.7.3 Liquid contaminants may, subject to local utility standards, be diluted with water to a level of quality acceptable in the local sewer system, or shall be contained in approved vessels for disposal at approved sites.

2.7.4 Disposal of Refuse: Remove refuse resulting from construction operations from the site, except where State or local requirements permit burning on the site. If State and local requirements permit burning on the site, provide the Contracting Officer a copy of State and/or local permit or license reflecting the State or local approval. See Asbestos Sections regarding “Disposal of Friable Asbestos”.

2.7.5 Covered Chutes: All chutes for refuse, and the like, shall be covered, or of such a design to fully confine the material t o prevent the dissemination of dust.

2.7.6 Load all trucks leaving the site with earthen materials or loose debris in a manner that will prevent dropping of materials on streets. Fasten suitable tarpaulins over the load before they enter surrounding paved streets. Trucks bringing earthen materials over paved streets to the site shall be similarly loaded and covered.

2.7.7 The Contractor and all subcontractors on or delivering to the site shall conform to all local regulations regarding load limits.

2.7.8 Trucks leaving the site with “Friable Asbestos” must meet the city/State requirements and the U.S. Department of Transportation requirements for the transport of "Friable Asbestos".

2.7.9 Construction Site Maintenance: Store all supplies and equipment on project site so as to preclude mechanical and climatic damage. Maintain site in a neat and orderly-manner.

2.7.10 Noise Control: Comply with all applicable state and local laws, ordinances, and regulations relative to noise control. Equipment to be employed on this site shall not produce a noise level exceeding the following limits in Db(A) at a distance of 50 feet from the equipment under test.

Equipment

Earthmoving front loader back hoes dozers tractors scrapers graders truck paver

Material Handling concrete mixer concrete pump crane derrick

Stationary Pumps

Generators

Compressors

Impact pile drivers jack hammers rock drills pneumatic too1s

Other Saws

Vibrators

END OF SECTION 2.0

SECTION 3 FIRE PREVENTION PRECAUTIONS FOR HOT WORK

DESCRIPTION OF WORK: The following safeguards shall be observed in performing hot work, i.e., welding, cutting, tar pots, soldering, brazing, and other operations where open flames or implements utilizing heat are used.

3.1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

3.1.1 The Contractor shall ensure that operations involving the use of open-flame or electrical ARC equipment are not conducted until a GSA Form 1755; Permit for Welding, Cutting, and Burning has been completed and signed by the Building Manager.

3.1.2 Prior to commencing operations, a positive determination shall be made that it is impractical to conduct the hot work in a shop area or outside of the building. This determination shall be made by the Government Engineer, Building Manager, or responsible Government supervisor at the job site.

3.1.3 Prior to operations, the job site shall be visited and suitable locations established for the portable equipment during actual operations and storage during non-working hours. The responsible supervisor for the Contractor and the Government representative (as designated in the preceding paragraph) shall confer and decide upon such locations with the Government representative's decision being final in the event of disagreement.

3.2 NOTIFICATION

3.2.1 The Contractor shall notify the local Government Representative of the area of operations for each day and of all subsequent changes that occur. This is necessary to assure inspection of all areas by a Government representative.

3.2.2 The Contractor shall notify the local Government representative of all locations where hot work has been performed not less than thirty (30) minutes nor more than ninety (90) minutes after work is completed or stopped for the day.

3.3 INSPECTION

3.3.1 Before operations commence, the Contractor shall furnish personnel to serve as a fire watch (or watches) for location(s) where hot work is to be done. (One fire watcher may observe several locations in a relatively small contiguous area if approved by the Government representative.) Each fire watch shall have a Contractor-furnished, suitable type, fully charged, operable fire extinguisher. The Contractor is responsible that the fire watcher knows how to operate the fire extinguisher and how to turn on a fire alarm and/or summon the fire department.

3.3.2 Check the opposite side of walls, floors, ceilings, or roofs before starting operations and take suitable precautions to minimize the hazard of a fire starting or communicating to the opposite side operations.

3.4 COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL

3.4.1 Hot work shall not be done in or near rooms or in areas where flammable liquids or explosive vapors are present or thought to be present. In the latter case, a combustible gas indicator (explosimeter) test shall be made to assure that the area is safe. The Contractor is responsible for arranging for such test and he shall bear such charges as may be incurred.

3.4.2 Insofar as possible, the Contractor shall remove and keep the area free from all combustibles, i.e., rubbish, paper, waste, etc., within a twenty-five (25) foot radius of operations.

3.4.3 If combustible material cannot be removed, the Contractor shall furnish fireproof blankets and cover such materials with them, insuring that no openings exist into which sparks can penetrate. At the direction of the Government representative, wood floors, walls, and ceiling shall be wet down thoroughly with water before, during and after operations to afford adequate protection.

3.4.4 Where possible, the Contractor shall furnish and use baffles of metal or gypsum board to prevent the spraying of sparks, hot slag, etc., into surrounding combustible material.

3.5 SAFETY MEASURES

3.5.1 The Contractor shall prevent the extension of sparks and particles of hot metal through open windows, doors, holes, and cracks in floors, walls, ceilings, roofs, and the like.

3.5.2 Where cylinders of gas are used in hot work, they shall be placed a safe distance from work. The Contractor shall check hose and equipment for deterioration, malfunction, and leaks prior to starting operations. He shall provide suitable supports to prevent accidental overturning of cylinders. All cylinder control valves shall be shut off while the equipment is unattended. Acetylene cylinders shall be in an upright position while in use with the gas pressure regulator set at 15 psi or less.

3.5.3 When hot work operations are completed or ended for the day, each location of the day's work shall be inspected by the supervisor representative of the Contract not sooner than thirty (30) minutes after completion of operations to detect hidden or smoldering fires and to insure that proper housekeeping is maintained.

3.5.4 Where sprinkler protection exists, it shall be maintained without interruption while operations are being performed. If operations are done quite close to automatic sprinkler heads, gypsum board sheets or damp cloth guards may be used to shield the individual heads temporarily.

3.5.5 If any of the above safeguards are not employed, or are violated, the responsible Government supervisor may, by written notice, stop the work until compliance is obtained. Such stoppage shall not relieve the Contractor from performing his work within the contract period for the contract price.

END OF SECTION 3

SECTION 4 SCHEDULES AND REPORTS

4.1 COORDINATION

4.1.1 Coordinate both the procedural timing and the listing (naming and sequencing) of reports/activities required by provisions of this section and other sections, to afford consistency and logical coordination between submitted reports or lists. Maintain coordination and correlation between separate reports by updating at monthly or shorter time intervals. Make appropriate distribution of each report and updated report to entities involved in the work.

4.1.2 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE:

Reference FAR 52.236-15 - Schedules for Construction Contracts (4-84) in the Construction Contract Clauses (Fixed Price).

END OF SECTION 4

SECTION 5 SUBMITTALS

5.1 DESCRIPTION OF REQUIREMENTS

5.1.1 The types of submittal requirements specified in this section include shop drawings, product data, samples, certificates of conformance or compliance, certified test or inspection reports, and miscellaneous work related submittals. Individual submittal requirements are specified in applicable sections for each unit of work.

5.1.2 Definitions: Work-related submittals of this section are categorized for convenience as follows:

5.1.3 Product data include standard printed information on materials, products and systems; not specially prepared for this project, other than the designation of selections from among available choices printed therein.

5.1.4 Samples include both fabricated and unfabricated physical examples of materials, products and units of work; both as complete units and as smaller portions of units of work; either for limited visual inspection or (where indicated) for more detailed testing and analysis. Mock-ups are a special form of samples, which are too large or otherwise inconvenient for handling in specified manner for transmittal of sample submittals.

5.1.5 Certificates of conformance or compliance are documents attesting that a product complies with a specified standard.

5.1.6 Certified test (or inspection) reports are documents at testing that a product meets a specified level of performance or quality when a prototype specimen is tested or inspected in accordance with a specified procedure, and consist of a certified statement by the product supplier or Contractor accompanied by a complete report of the inspection or test.

5.1.7 Miscellaneous submittals related directly to the work (non-administrative) include warranties, project photographs, survey data and reports, physical work records, copies of industry standards, record drawings, field measurement data, product data samples, certificates of conformance or compliance, or certified test reports.

5.2 GENERAL SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS

5.2.1 All submittals shall be made to the Contracting Officer (CO), the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or to an individual designated by the Contracting Officer.

5.2.2 Only the Contracting Officer or an individual designated by him or her in writing can approve or disapprove submittals. Deviations and variations from the contract requirements contained in the submittal can be approved only by the Contracting Officer or an individual delegated such authority in writing by the Contracting Officer.

5.2.3 Failure on the part of the Contractor to indicate approval on submittals prior to submission to Contracting Officer will result in their being returned to the Contractor without being acted upon.

5.2.4 No delays in construction occasioned by the Contractor's failure to submit material for approval in accordance with the approved schedule will be excused.

5.2.5 Schedule: All submissions are required within 5 working days of receipt of a Delivery Order. Submissions for materials which will remain consistent for the effective period of the term contract are not required to be submitted for each Delivery Order. Such items must be identified to the Contracting Officer or his designated representative at the beginning of the contract period, and any change in the proposed material must be resubmitted.

5.2.6 Coordination and Sequencing: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of the work so that work will not be delayed by submittals. Coordinate and sequence different categories of submittals for same work, and for interfacing units of work, so that one will not be delayed for coordination of the Contracting Officer's review with another.

5.2.7 Preparation of Submittals: Provide permanent marking on each submittal to identify project, date, Contractor, subcontractor, submittal name and similar information to distinguish it from other submittals. Show Contractor's executed review and approval marking and provide space for the Contracting Officer's action marking. Package each submittal appropriately for transmittal and handling. Submittals which are received from sources other than through Contractor's office will be returned without action.

5.2.8 Transmittal Form: The Contractor may use his standard transmittal form or letterhead for this purpose.

5.3 SPECIFIC-CATEGORY SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENT

5.3.1 General: Except as otherwise indicated in individual work sections, comply with requirements specified herein for each indicated category of submittal.

5.3.2 Product Data: Collect required data into one submittal for each unit of work or system; and mark each copy to show which choices and options are applicable to project. Include manufacturer's standard printed recommendations for application and use, compliance with standards, application of labels and seals, notation of field measurements which have been checked, and special coordination requirements. Maintain one set of product data (for each submittal) at project site, available for reference.

5.3.3 Submittals: Do not submit product data, or allow its use on the project, until compliance with requirements of contract documents has been confirmed by Contractor. Submittal is for information and record, unless otherwise indicated. Initial submittal is final submittal unless returned by the Contracting Officer, marked with an action which indicated an observed non-compliance.

5.3.4 Certificates of Conformance or Compliance: Follow same procedure as for product data. Where feasible, and/or required by other sections of specification indicate compliance with the specified standard by means of a label on the container, or on an inconspicuous place on the product.

5.3.5 Certified Test and Inspection Reports: Classify each as either "shop drawing" or "product data”, depending upon whether report is uniquely prepared for project or a standard publication of workmanship control testing at point of production; process accordingly.

5.3.6 Indicate compliance with the specified performance or quality by means of a label on the container or on an inconspicuous place on the product, where feasible and/or where required by other sections of the specification. The label shall refer to the test or inspection report and include the date of the report.

5.3.7 Survey Data: Furnish 2 copies of survey data. Furnish 2 copies of the actual work, one of which will be returned for inclusion in "Record Documents” as specified in “Closeout” section. Furnish 2 prints plus negatives of the project photographs; except as otherwise indicated.

5.3.8 Closeout Submittals: Refer to individual work sections and to “Closeout” section for specific requirements on submittal of closeout information, materials, tools and similar items.

5.3.9 Furnish one set of Record Document copies.

5.4 ACTION ON SUBMITTALS

5.4.1 Contracting Officer’s Action: Where action and return is required or requested, the Contracting Officer or an individual designated by the Contracting Officer will review each submittal, mark with Action, and return within two (2) weeks of receipt unless otherwise specified in Delivery Order or technical section.

5.4.2 Final Unrestricted Release: Work may proceed, provided it complies with contract documents, when submittal is returned marked “Approved."

5.4.3 Final-But-Restricted Release: Work may proceed, provided it complies with notations and corrections on submittal and with contract documents, when submittal is returned marked “Approved as Noted".

5.4.4 Returned for Resubmittal: Do not proceed with work. Revise submittal in accordance with notations thereon, and resubmit without delay to obtain a different action marking. Do not allow submittals marked "Disapproved, Resubmit" (or unmarked submittals where a marking is required) to be used in connection with performance of the work.

5.4.5 Other Action: Where submittal is returned for other reasons, with the Contracting Officer's explanation included, it will be marked "Action Not Required."

END OF SECTION 5

SECTION 6 SECURITY

See the 01010 Summary of Work 1.4

END OF SECTION 6.0

SECTION 7.SAFETY AND HEALTH

7.1 APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS

The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced. The publications are referred to in the text by basic designation only.

Code of Federal Regulations (CFR):

OSHA General Industry Safety and Health Standards (29 CFR 1910), Publication V2206; OSHA Construction Industry Standards (29 CFR 1926). One source of these regulations is OSHA Publication 2207, which includes a combination of both Parts 1910 and 1926 as they relate to construction safety and health. It is for sale by the Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402.

National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (40 CFR, Part 61).

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Final Rule (40 CFR Part 761) dated July 17, 1985.

Federal Standard (Fed. Std): 313A: Material Safety Data Sheets, Preparation and Submission of.

7.2 WORK COVERED BY THIS SECTION

7.2.1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS

7.2.2 Refer to hazardous and toxic materials/substances included in Subparts H and Z of 29 CFR 1910; and to others as additionally defined in Fed. Std. 313. Those most commonly encountered include asbestos, polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB's), explosives, and radioactive material, but may include others The most likely products to contain asbestos are sprayed-on fireproofing, insulation, boiler lagging, pipe covering and likely products to contain PBC's are transformers, capacitors, voltage regulators, and oil switches.

7.2.3 The Contractor shall bring to the attention of the Contracting Officer any material suspected of being hazardous which he/she encounters during execution of the work. A determination will be made by the Contracting Officer as to whether the Contractor shall perform tests to determine if the material is hazardous. If the Contracting officer directs the contractor to perform tests, and/or if the material is found hazardous and additional protective measures are needed, a contract change may be required, subject to applicable provisions of this contract.

7.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE

7.3.1 Safety Meeting: Representatives of the Contractor shall meet with the Contracting Officer and his/her representative(s) prior to the start of work under this contract for the purpose of reviewing the Contractor's safety and health programs and discussing implementation of all safety and health provisions pertinent to the work to be performed under the contract. The Contractor shall be prepared to discuss in detail the measures he/she intends to take in order to control any unsafe or unhealthy conditions associated with the work to be performed under the contract. If directed by the Contracting Officer, this meeting may be held in conjunction with other meetings which are scheduled to take place prior to start work under this contract. The level of detail for the safety meeting is dependent upon the nature of the work and the potential inherent hazards. The Contractor's principal on-site representative(s), the general superintendent and his/her safety representative(s) shall attend this meeting.

7.3.2 Compliance with Regulations: All work, including contact with and handling of hazardous materials, the disturbance or dismantling of structures containing hazardous materials and/or the disposal of hazardous materials shall comply with the applicable requirements of 29 CFR 1926/1910 and 40 CFR 61. Work involving the disturbance, dismantling of asbestos or asbestos containing materials; the demolition of structures containing asbestos; and/or the disposal and removal of asbestos, shall also comply with the requirements of 40 CFR, Part 61, Subparts A and M. All work shall comply with applicable state and municipal safety and health requirements. Where there is a conflict between applicable regulations, the most stringent shall apply.

7.3.3 Contractor Responsibility: The Contractor shall assume full responsibility and liability for compliance with all applicable regulations pertaining to the health and safety of personnel during the execution of work, and shall hold the Government harmless for any action on his/her part or that of his/her employees or subcontractors,…