GSA 011400 Work Restrictions FY15 Update Oct. 1, 2014.docx

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SECTION 011400 - WORK RESTRICTIONS

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1. GENERAL

Usually delete following article if project is not located on a currently active Government site or in an occupied building.

CONTRACTOR USE OF PREMISES [Edit to size and scope of project.] 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.

Retain and edit the following two paragraphs as applicable.

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.

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

Retain and edit following paragraphs as applicable. Address unique building conditions (i.e. Courthouse requirement, work with U.S.Marshals Service.)

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

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.

Schedule deliveries to minimize space and time requirements for storage of material and equipment on site.

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.

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

Space on the premises will be made available for the Contractor's storage and related activities, provided that its use will not interfere with operations of the Government. Arrange and gain approval for use of this space through the Contracting Officer.

Use of the existing loading dock facilities will be shared with Government activities on a first-come-first-served, wait-your-turn basis. The loading dock is available for the delivery of materials, tools, and supplies between the hours of [Insert hours]:[Insert minutes] a.m. to [Insert hours]:[Insert minutes] p.m.

[Coordinate with 017419 Construction Nonhazardous et al and 018111 on any recycling requirements: ] 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 the site. Storage or sale of excess salvageable materials and equipment is not permitted on site.

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.

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.

No parking will be available on site during working hours for building occupants. The Contractor and Contractor's employees shall make their own arrangements for vehicle parking off site.

Cell Phones: Contractor is to provide company cell phone during this contract. All cell phones to be “on vibrate” at all times. If a telephone begins audibly ringing, the building guards will take the cell phone and hold until the end of the working day prior to the con-tractor leaving the property. Cell phones are only permitted in construction area and contractor’s office space.

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

Permits: Refer to FAR 52.236-7 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.

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

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.

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

Protect building site from flying debris.

[Coordinate with your building manager and/or security office as to the use of cameras in the building.] Delete the following article if Government will not occupy the project until after construction.

GOVERNMENT OCCUPANCY

Retain and edit the following paragraphs as applicable.

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.

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.

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.

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

Delete the following article if no restrictions will be placed on the Contractor's working hours.

WORKING HOURS [Coordinate with Facilities / Building Manager and Tenants to ensure when & what work can occur in occupied buildings. Describe in detail the hours, locations and any specific security requirement by the tenants (i.e. FBI, IRS, etc.) Also determine additional security guard service provided by GSA as required by the tenants will be required. Determine who shall pay and required begin budgeting for it now. If tenant is required to pay then obtain an RWA from them.] The following sample paragraphs may be used to establish limitations and other requirements for working hours. Edit, revise or rewrite as appropriate for project conditions. If paragraph A is used, insert the hours of Government occupation for the existing facilities.

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 [Insert time-AM] to [Insert time-PM].

Government Unoccupied Hours: Government personnel are not scheduled to occupy the building during times not indicated as Government Occupied Hours.

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

Retain the following two paragraphs if paragraph C above is used and some work is required to be performed outside occupied hours.

Contractor's Required Working Hours: The following work shall be performed during Government Unoccupied Hours:

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

While U.S. Courts are in session.

[GSA Team: Part D must be edited for your specific project. Coordinate with tenants and GSA field office manager during design to identify such noise or odor producing work and how much work must happen at after hours for bidding purposes.] Add subparagraphs to list this work, usually involving excessive noise, dust or other disruptive activity, that must be performed after occupied hours. If necessary, add further limiting hours, such as for activities where the noise may be disruptive to nearby residences in the evening.

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.

[GSA Team: Part D must be edited for your specific project. Coordinate with tenants and GSA field office manager during design to identify temporary security and escort requirements for bidding purposes. Coordinating with Tenants to provide RWAs for security escorts. Ensure tenants include escort costs in the fiscal year(s) budget planning over the life of the project.] Add paragraphs as necessary to include any specific requirements, such as the following example.

Temporary Suspension of Work: The Contractor shall suspend work during the period of [Insert date] and [Insert date]. Contractor shall not be entitled to an adjustment of the Contract price or time of performance as a result of this suspension of work.

PRODUCTS (Not Applicable) EXECUTION (Not Applicable)

END OF SECTION 011400

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