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DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

MAINTENANCE AND LOGISTICS COMMAND

SPECIFICATIONS

TO

REPLACE/SEAL COAT UPH ROOF

U.S. COAST GUARD INTEGRATED SUPPORT COMMAND

PORTSMOUTH, VA.

JANUARY 2009

COMMANDING OFFICER

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

CIVIL ENGINEERING UNIT, RM 2179

1240 EAST NINTH STREET

CLEVELAND, OHIO 44199-2060

AUTHOR: J.P. KEIRNAN DIV 1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS (Cont.)

CIVIL

WOOD & PLASTIC

THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

MECHANICAL

DIVISION 1

SECTION 01010

SCOPE OF WORK

1.

Work Included: Major items of work shall include the following:

1.1 Replace approximately 12,000 S.F. of 35 MIL EPDM roof system with a 2-ply hot applied modified bituminous roofing system including new insulation, flashing and coping.

1.1.1 Replace approximately 650 L.F. of metal coping.

1.2 Seal coat approximately 24,000 S.F. of 35 MIL reinforced EPDM roof membrane.

1.3 Install one roof drain and drain pipe to be connected into existing drainpipe.

1.4.

Work associated with these items are described in the following specification sections and/or are shown on the contract drawings. Incidental work items not listed above and necessary for completing the project shall be included.

2.

DRAWINGS: Drawings and the accompanying specifications are the property of the Government and comprise legal documentation that pertains exclusively to this project. Drawings can only be obtained electronically by downloading the files identified with this solicitation at https://www.fbo.gov. CEU Cleveland will not provide hard copies of drawings.

SECTION 01015

CONTRACTOR WORK HOURS

1.

WORK HOURS: Accomplish work during normal unit operational hours of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday unless otherwise approved by the Coast Guard. Note any departures from these work hours on the Daily Reports.

2.

SATURDAY, SUNDAY AND HOLIDAYS: The contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative at least forty-eight hours advance notice prior to working on weekends or Federal holidays. The Government may reject any such request without impacting the completion time of the contract.

3.

CONTRACT COMPLETION: The contractor shall complete work within the time frame indicated upon issuance of the Notice to Proceed. Limitations imposed by these work hours will not entitle the Contractor additional time to complete the project. Refer to FAR Clause 52.211-10 "Commencement, Prosecution and Completion of Work".

SECTION 01028

PRE-BID SITE VISITS

1.

GENERAL: Bidders are responsible for visiting the site to field verify existing conditions and determine actual dimensions and the nature of the work required. Failure to visit the site does not relinquish the bidder from determining the extent and scope of the work required and estimating the difficulty and cost to complete the project. Requests for equitable adjustments, in either time or money, arising from failing to field verify site conditions may be denied. Provisions regarding the site visit requirements are outlined in FAR Clause 52.236-3 “Site Investigation and Conditions Affecting the Work”

2.

SITE VISIT: Arrange pre-bid site visits to verify existing conditions with Mr. Robert Lewis, ISC Portsmouth (FED) at (757)638-2662 (Tuesday & Thursday Only).

SECTION 01030

PRE-CONSTRUCTION SITE CONDITIONS

1.

SITE CONDITION VERIFICATION: The Contractor shall verify the conditions of the existing site, equipment and facilities potentially affected by the work under this contract and photograph and/or videotape the conditions in order to document their pre-construction condition. Copies of the photos and videos shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer prior to starting work.

2.

UTILITIES: The contractor shall use proactive measures such as digging, metering, testing, underground utility location devices, and utility company location services to locate all underground utilities identified in the area of work at no additional expense to the Government. Additional cost of unplanned outages and repair of damaged utilities, including emergency repairs by others, not properly identified by the Contractor shall be the Contractor’s responsibility.

SECTION 01040

COORDINATION

1.

INTERFERENCE WITH COAST GUARD OPERATIONS: Accomplish work in a manner that causes minimal impact on normal operations. The Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative at least five working days in advance of any planned outages of water, electrical, telephone, or sanitary facilities. Notify the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative at least one week prior to beginning construction.

2.

MILITARY STATION REGULATIONS:

2.1 The Contractor, his employees, and subcontractors shall become familiar with and obey all station regulations. All personnel employed on the project shall keep within the limits of the work and avenues of ingress and egress, and shall not enter any other areas outside of the site of the work unless required to do so in the performance of their duties. The Contractor's equipment shall be conspicuously marked for identification.

2.2 There shall be NO SMOKING in any Coast Guard building.

2.3 Storage Areas: The Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative will determine exact location and boundaries of staging areas. Under no circumstances shall materials be stored in areas that will interfere with aircraft operations.

2.4 Storm Protection: If a gale force wind warning or higher is issued, take precautions to minimize any danger to persons and protect the work and nearby Government property. Precautions shall include, but not be limited to, closings, removing loose materials, tools and equipment, from exposed locations. Remove and secure scaffolding and temporary work. Close openings in the work area if storms of lessor intensity are imminent.

SECTION 01041

FIELD ADJUSTMENTS

1.

The Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative may authorize field adjustments. Field adjustments are those alterations that do not affect time, price, or intent of the contract documents. All field adjustments shall be documented in the Daily Reports and on the As-Built Drawings.

SECTION 01063

BUILDING PERMITS

1.

NO BUILDING PERMITS from state or local governments are required for work performed on federal property. Courtesy permits may be obtained at the Contractor's option. No payment will be made to the Contractor for any permit cost. Design changes to obtain courtesy permits, even at no cost, will not be allowed without written approval of the Contracting Officer.

SECTION 01067

ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITS

1.

Unless directed by other sections of this specification, the Contractor will not be responsible for obtaining environmental permits.

SECTION 01200

PROJECT MEETINGS

1.

LOCATION: Project meetings will be conducted either on-site or with a conference call. The following meetings may be held:

1.1 Pre-Construction Conference: After award of a contract, the Coast Guard will arrange a conference with the contractor, and necessary Coast Guard personnel. The purpose of this conference is to orient the Contractor to Government procedures for wage rates, contractual and administrative matters, and to discuss specific issues regarding actual construction.

1.2 Progress and Technical Review Meetings: These meetings generally take place at the project site. Either party may request a meeting to review the progress of the project and/or review or clarify the technical requirements of the specifications.

SECTION 01300

SUBMITTALS

1.

GENERAL: The Contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer (4) copies of submittals required by this specification and/or itemized on the "List of Submittals" found at the end of this division.

2.

REQUEST: A "CONTRACT ITEM ACCEPTANCE REQUEST" shall accompany all submittals. All items shall be individually listed and clearly identified, referencing the applicable Section and Paragraph. A copy of this form is located at the end of this division and may be reproduced as needed.

2.1 Up to eight (8) items may be listed on an individual acceptance request. Number each Contract Item Acceptance Request consecutively (Submittals # 1, 2, etc.) and re-submittals with letters (Submittal #1A is the first re-submittal of Submittal #1).

2.2 Submittals shall be forwarded to the Contracting Officer. The contractor shall allow 14 calendar days, excluding mailing time, for the review process in the Construction Schedule and all project planning. In instances where submittal review must be expedited, the Contractor may annotate the Contract Item Acceptance Request as "Urgent" and provide a FAX number for prompt return. The Coast Guard will make every effort to accelerate the review of each urgent submittal; however, the Contractor should not anticipate a reduced time schedule and shall plan project progress accordingly.

3.

ACCEPTANCE: Submittals will be stamped "Accepted," "Accepted with Comments," or "Resubmit". Acceptance, Acceptance with comments or Resubmit for each item will be indicated on the Contract Item Acceptance Request form and one copy returned to the Contractor.

3.1 Prompt re-submittal of items is required. The Contractor shall furnish a new Contract Item Acceptance Request numbered in accordance with the requirements of paragraph 2.1.

4.

DEFECTIVE WORK: Acceptance of Submittals does not restrict the Government's right to reject departures from contract requirements, use of damaged or improperly installed items/materials, or latent defects, nor does it prejudice the Government's rights of rejecting any work found defective at Final Inspection and Acceptance.

4.1 Work started or completed prior to submittal acceptance is solely at Contractor's risk and may jeopardize contract performance.

SECTION 01310

CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE, SCHEDULE OF VALUES,AND PROGRESS SCHEDULE

1.

In accordance with the Notice to Proceed letter, the Contractor shall submit the following:

a. Construction Schedule-This schedule shall be prepared using a horizontal bar graph with time scale. It shall be in an industry accepted Project Management format and shall accurately display:

1. All major categories of work to be performed within the required contract completion date broken out in sufficient detail to track progress throughout the life of the contract. Major work categories should include but are not limited to mobilization, carpentry, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, roofing, concrete, site work, and demobilization. In addition to construction activities, procurement times for critical items, submittal turnaround time, mobilization, final inspection, punchlist work, and demobilization shall be shown on the schedule.

2. The duration of each work category.

3. Any concurrent work categories.

b. Schedule of Values-This schedule shall be prepared as a detailed cost breakdown of the contract price and be submitted with the Construction Schedule. This schedule shall include but not be limited to costs of materials, equipment, and labor for all major work categories shown on the Construction Schedule. The Contractor shall adhere to the following guidelines when developing the Schedule of Values.

1. Format - The line items in the Schedule of Values shall be the same as that of the Construction Schedule.

2. Bonds - Bonding costs will only be paid in a lump sum if they are broken out separately and included with the schedule of values. The Contractor shall provide evidence that he has furnished full payment to the surety.

3. Materials - To request progress payments for materials delivered to the construction or fabrication site, the particular category of work associated with the materials must be broken down into separate material and labor costs.

2.

UPDATES: Each month and /or with each progress payment request, the Contractor shall submit the following:

a. Progress Schedule-This schedule shall be an update of the Construction Schedule. It shall show the current schedule of all work.

1. Modifications - If modifications are made to the contract, the work added shall be tracked separately from the original Construction Schedule and shall maintain its individuality on the Progress Schedule throughout the life of the contract. Progress Payment requests shall not lump modification costs into the original contract price.

SECTION 01370

CONSTRUCTION DAILY REPORTS

1.

GENERAL: The Contractor shall complete a Daily Report for each and every day after mobilization. The importance of an accurate, fully detailed Daily Report, promptly delivered to the designated On-Site Representative can not be overemphasized. The report shall provide an accurate cumulative summary of the history and performance of the work. The Daily Report shall document weather; work hours; work in-place; inspections and tests conducted, and their results; dimensional checks; equipment and material checks; data on workers by classification; the mobilization and demobilization of construction equipment; materials delivered to the site; and any other pertinent noteworthy event; e.g., personnel injury, site visit by Coast Guard personnel, etc.

2.

RESPONSIBILITY: The Daily Reports play an important role in settling disputes and claims for both parties. For this reason the On-Site Representative and the Contractor's Superintendent, together, should review the report to ensure its completeness and accuracy. Each day's report shall be submitted to the On-Site Representative no later than 10:00 a.m. the following morning. The maximum allowable retainage will be enforced for late, sporadic or non-submission of Daily Reports. In the absence of an On-Site Representative the Contractor shall mail the Daily Reports directly to the Contracting Officer every Friday. Should the Daily Report indicate an accident, environmental issue, OSHA violation or any crisis the On-Site Representative deems important, the Report should be faxed to the Contracting Officer at (216) 902-6278 immediately.

3.

DESIGNATED ON-SITE REPRESENTATIVE RESPONSIBILITY: After a Notice to Proceed for site work has been issued the On-Site Representative shall complete a Daily Report for each day until the Contractor mobilizes. After the Contractor is at the site, the On-Site Representative shall ensure that the Contractor completes the Daily Report in accordance with Paragraphs 1 and 2 above. Any items of dispute or other notes the On-Site Representative feels appropriate shall be added to the Daily Report. The On-Site Representative is also responsible for informing the COTR when the contractor fails to submit daily reports.

SECTION 01510

TEMPORARY UTILITIES

1.

GENERAL: All temporary utility connections shall be compatible with existing materials and equipment to provide safe and efficient installation, operation and removal.

2.

ELECTRICITY AND WATER: Electrical power and water are available on the site. The Contractor will be permitted to utilize these utilities in performing the work, provided that the existing systems are not overloaded. The Contractor is responsible for installing and removing all connections to existing systems and shall ensure work and materials are in accordance with local codes. The use of the electricity shall be limited to tools that can be operated on 60 Hertz, single phase, 20 ampere, 120 volt circuits.

3.

TELEPHONE: Telephone services will not be available for use by the Contractor.

4.

WATER HOOKUP: All connections to the water system shall be equipped with back flow protection. Temporary potable water pipes and hoses shall be sterilized before being placed in operation and every time the system is opened to the atmosphere for repair or relocation.

5.

SANITARY FACILITIES: It shall be the Contractor's responsibility to furnish and maintain approved portable toilet facilities for all Contractor personnel. The On-Site Representative will designate the physical location for the facility and the Contractor shall maintain the toilet facility to the satisfaction of the Government. Contractor personnel are forbidden to use toilet facilities within existing buildings.

SECTION 01520

PROTECTION FROM WEATHER AND CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS

1.

TEMPORARY ENCLOSURES: Protect existing facilities/equipment and new construction, whether in progress or newly completed, from the adverse effects of the weather and construction operations. Provide temporary enclosures, coverings and barriers as required to afford protection against exposure, weather and wind damage and from construction operations which could degrade, stain, age, or reduce the finished quality of new work or damage existing facilities and equipment.

2.

REAPPLICATION: All temporary closures or enclosures shall be made ready for immediate re-application in the event of sudden storms or man-made conditions requiring protection of existing facilities or completed construction.

3. PIPING: Prevent water-filled pipes or tanks from freezing for both interior and exterior systems installed or in storage.

SECTION 01540

SAFETY PROGRAM

1.

GENERAL: The Contractor is wholly responsible for work site safety. The Contractor shall implement a safety program that protects the lives and health of personnel in the construction area, prevents damage to property, and avoids work interruptions. The Contractor shall provide appropriate safety barricades, signs, signal lights, etc. (see SECTION 01570) as well as complying with the requirements of all applicable Federal, State and Local safety laws, rules and regulations.

2.

COMPLIANCE: The Contractor is specifically required to comply with the requirements of the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers "Safety and Health Requirements Manual" (EM 385-1-1, latest version available) and the “Accident Prevention” clause (FAR 52.236-13). Once accepted, this safety plan shall become part of the contract requirements. Note: This review/acceptance does not in any way relinquish the Contractor from responsibility for work site safety nor the obligation to comply with the OSHA regulations found in 29 CFR 1910 & 1926 or any other State or Local safety law, rule or regulation applicable to the contract work. The Coast Guard will cooperate fully with the Department of Labor (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) in their enforcement of OSHA regulations.

3.

SAFETY PLAN: The Contractor shall submit a written safety plan. At a minimum, this plan shall describe the Contractor's general safety program and identify specific safety provisions for hazards incidental to the contract work; e.g., elevated working surfaces, working over water, working from floating work platforms, overhead crane operations, etc.

SECTION 01541

EQUIPMENT/UTILITY LOCKOUT AND TAGOUT REQUIREMENTS

1.

GENERAL: The Contractor shall comply with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147, “The Control of Hazardous Energy” Lockout/Tagout. The Contractor shall provide a Lockout/Tagout Plan to the Contracting Officer prior to starting any work affected by the energy in the equipment/utility system.

2.

APPLICATION: The Contractor shall be responsible for locking out and tagging out of service, all equipment/utility systems involved in the work under this contract. After the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative has approved an outage, Government personnel and the Contractor shall independently secure the equipment/utility system and tag the respective system out of service. The Contractor shall provide their own locks and chains that are required to secure the equipment/utility systems; e.g., steam, water, air, and/or electricity.

SECTION 01542

MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEETS AND MATERIAL HANDLING PROCEDURES

1.

DATA SHEETS: Submit a Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for all materials containing hazardous substances required for contract execution. Information provided in MSDS’s shall meet the requirements of 29 CFR 1910.1200. MSDS’s require Contracting Officer review and acceptance prior to bringing these materials on site.

2.

MATERIAL STORAGE: Limit the quantity of these materials stored on site to the amount needed for execution of work. Storage of excess materials will not be permitted. Assure that the storage of these materials comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations and provide additional storage facilities (paint lockers, etc.) as required for the storage of such materials. Coordinate the physical location of storage areas with the On-site Representative prior to bringing these materials on site.

3.

PROTECTIVE MEASURES: The contractor shall take all protective measures outlined on the MSDS’s and as required by federal, state and local regulations to protect all personnel in the vicinity of the work area from exposure to these materials. The Contractor shall. The Contracting Officer's Technical Representative shall review protective measures prior to allowing use of these materials.

4.

DISPOSAL OF EXCESS MATERIAL: The Contractor shall dispose of all excess hazardous materials as required by the MSDS and all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

SECTION 01544

TEMPORARY FIRE PROTECTION

1.

Temporary Fire Protection: Install and maintain temporary fire-protection facilities to protect against predictable and controllable fire loss. Comply with NFPA 10 "Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers" and NFPA 241 "Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations and Demolition Operations".

1.1 Maintain unobstructed access to fire extinguishers, fire hydrants, temporary fire-protection facilities, stairways and other access routes for fighting fires.

1.2 Provide independent supervision of welding, flame cutting and other open flame work. Provide each fire supervisor with an appropriate fire extinguisher.

1.3 Provide training for all personnel on-site in the proper operation of each type of fire extinguisher provided. Provide all personnel with the proper notification procedure to summon the local fire department or emergency medical service.

1.4 There shall be NO SMOKING or unsupervised open flame permitted inside any structure, temporary or permanent; nor within 25 feet of combustible material or within 50 feet of flammable liquids or compressed gasses.

SECTION 01550

ACCESS ROADS AND PARKING

1.

ACCESS: Access to the site is available from public roads. Any damage to these roads by the Contractor's vehicles shall be repaired without cost to the Government.

2.

PARKING: Vehicular operations and parking shall comply with all applicable government orders and regulations. All driveways and entrances serving the Government shall be kept clear and available to emergency vehicles at all times.

3.

VEHICLE AND VEHICLE OPERATION: All vehicles, owned by the Contractor or employees of the Contractor, and operators of these vehicles, shall meet all state regulations for safety, noise, loading and minimum liability insurance. All vehicle operators demonstrating reckless or careless operation in the opinion of the Government shall not be allowed to operate vehicles on government property for the duration of the contract.

4.

VISITORS: No visiting vehicles will be permitted on government property unless the operator is employed by a subcontractor or supplier.

SECTION 01566

GENERAL CLEANUP & SITE RESTORATION OF WORK AREAS

1.

GENERAL: The Contractor shall remove and properly dispose of all trash and debris incidental to the contract work from the limits of government property, as well as all adjacent affected areas. The Contracting Officer shall determine the extent and interval of these cleanups.

2.

WORK AREA CLEANUP: At the end of each day the entire work area and all adjacent affected areas shall be thoroughly cleaned by removing all trash, debris, dust, etc. caused by the contract work. Any floor, wall or ceiling surfaces that may have been stained or soiled by the contract work shall be restored to pre-construction condition.

3.

SITE RESTORATION: If at any time while performing the contract the Contractor causes damage or destruction to any portion of any Government facility or grounds; e.g., bulkheads, pavement, lawns, shrubbery, etc., it shall be the Contractor's responsibility to replace and/or restore the damage as approved by the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative at no additional cost to the Government.

4.

POST CONSTRUCTION CLEANUP: Upon completion of the job, the Contractor shall clean up the job site, returning it to a state of cleanliness equal to or exceeding that in which it was found. The Contractor shall properly dispose of any trash, extra materials, dirt, debris, or other litter that remains. If the job site appearance is not to the satisfaction of the Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative, final acceptance will not be approved.

SECTION 01567

POLLUTION CONTROL

1.

Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Regulations: Contractors are required to comply with local, state and federal VOC compliance laws and regulations in the foregoing order of precedence. In order to comply with the provisions of the Clean Air Act, each state must have a State Implementation Plan. Some contractors may be required to abide by the provisions of a Title V Permit. Some contractors may be required by state or local law to operate under the terms of a Compliance Plan to reduce VOC Emissions.

1.1 In accordance with the Notice To Proceed Letter, the contractor will submit copies of any local, state or federal implementation plans, permits or compliance plans required/applicable to the use/application of VOCs at contractor's facility or offsite work places.

1.2 If no local, state or federal implementation plans, permits or compliance plans are required/applicable to the use/application of VOCs, then the contractor shall submit to the designated Contracting Officer a letter, notarized under oath, that such documents are not required.

1.3 If the use of paint is required the contractor shall submit to the Contracting Officer and in accordance with the Notice to Proceed Letter, certificates, specifications or manufacturing data verifying the VOC rating.

2.

SPILL RESPONSE PLAN: The Contractor shall submit a Spill Response Plan covering all regulated materials brought to the site for execution of work and all wastes generated as a result of the work to the Contracting Officer. The plan shall include, at a minimum, the following: types and quantity of all substances covered under this plan; the reportable quantity for each substance; the on site storage location of each substance; the Contractor's spill response equipment, if applicable; procedures to be followed for responding to a spill, including initial responses to be taken; procedures to be followed in reporting a spill, including the names and telephone numbers for all federal, state, and local agencies/authorities to be notified; and the name, address, and telephone number (work, home, cell and pager) of all Contractor response and media relations personnel.

2.1 In the event of a spill or release, the Contractor shall be responsible for implementation of the spill response plan and restoration of the site to pre-spill condition at no cost to the Government. The Contractor shall also notify the Contracting Officer to coordinate further notifications.

SECTION 01569

HAZARDOUS WASTE

1.

GENERAL: The Contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local environmental regulations dealing with the generation, management, storage and disposal of solid and hazardous wastes. The Contractor shall ensure that all wastes are properly containerized, labeled and stored, transported and disposed of in accordance with all applicable regulations.

2.

USED ELECTRIC LAMPS: 40 CFR 273 requires that electric lamps, including incandescent, fluorescent, neon and high intensity discharge (mercury vapor, high/low pressure sodium, metal halide) lamps that are no longer of use be recycled or treated as hazardous waste. The Contractor shall not dispose of any used electric lamps as solid waste. The Contractor shall recycle all waste electric lamps generated as a result of this work only at a licensed recycling facility

3.

METALS: Unless noted otherwise, scrap metal shall not be landfilled or treated as hazardous waste. Recycle all scrap metal by smelting or any other acceptable recycling process. Scrap metal includes ductwork, light fixture housings, pipe, mechanical and electrical equipment, doors and frames, etc.

4.

SUBMITTALS: The Contractor shall provide the Contracting Officer with signed and fully executed originals of all hazardous waste profiles, test results, hazardous waste manifests and/or other shipping papers, electric lamp disposal documents and all other required documentation. Maximum payment retention shall be withheld until this documentation is received.

SECTION 01570

LIGHTS, SIGNS AND BARRICADES

1.

GENERAL: The contractor shall provide and maintain all warning lights, sign, and barriers to insure the safety of pedestrians or vehicles traveling near or through any hazardous area caused by the execution of the Contract work.

2.

LIGHTING: All lighting requirements shall meet table 7-1 in the US Army Corps of Engineers Safety and Health Requirements Manual (EM 385-1-1).

3.

BARRICADES: Hard barricades or flexible barriers shall completely encompass all exterior work areas. Flexible barriers shall consist of 1/2 inch steel bars or 2" X 2" wood stakes driven 12 inches minimum into hard packed soil. Space stakes on a maximum 10 feet interval and with two rows of yellow or orange 1/4 inch diameter rope (wire and plastic tape are not acceptable) at 24 inches and 36 inches each above ground.

SECTION 01620

STAGING AREAS AND ACCESS

1.

LOCATION: The Contractor shall store materials and operate equipment within the confines of the staging area identified by the Government. Storage of materials outside of the staging area will not be permitted.

2.

COORDINATION: Two weeks prior to construction, the Contractor shall contact Mr. Robert Lewis at ISC Portsmouth at (757) 638-2662 to verify the condition of the staging area.

3.

ADJACENT AREAS: The Contractor shall ensure that all land and vegetation adjacent to the staging area and access drive remain undisturbed and undamaged; all damages shall be repaired at no cost to the Government.

SECTION 01650

RECOVERED MATERIALS NOTICE

1.

GENERAL: It is the intent of CEU Cleveland to comply with the requirements of Section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA or the Act) as amended, 42 U.S.C. 6962 and Executive Order 12873 as they apply to the procurement of the materials designated in paragraph 2.

2.

DESIGNATED RECOVERED MATERIALS: It is the purpose of this section to designate items that are or can be made with recovered materials. These designated items can be found at http://www.epa.gov/epaoswer/non-hw/procure/products.htm .

3.

CONTRACTOR RESPONSBILITY: The contractor should provide recycled materials to the extent practical, provided the materials meet all other requirements of the applicable specification section.

SECTION 01720

AS BUILT DRAWINGS

1.

GENERAL: Maintain one full size set of contract drawings to record variations from the original design. All deviations shall be neatly and clearly marked in RED on these drawings to show work and/or materials actually provided. As Built drawings shall be updated as work progresses and kept at the work site for the duration of the contract. These drawings shall be available for Contracting Officer Technical Representative review upon request.

2.

DISCOVERED UTILITIES: Indicate the exact location of any underground utility lines discovered in the course of the work on the As-Built drawings.

3.

PERMITTED VARIATIONS: As Built drawings shall reflect the actual construction and materials provided when alternative materials or work methods are allowed in the specifications and/or drawings or if the scope is altered by award of bid items, subsequent changes or modifications.

4.

STANDARDS: Variations shown on As Built drawings shall be neat, clear and conform with standard drafting practices. Mark-ups shall include supplementary notes, legends, and details necessary to convey the exact representation of construction actually provided. To comply with Computer Assisted Design (CAD) practices, only full size AS BUILT drawings are acceptable.

5.

SUBMITTAL: Submit As Built drawings for Contracting Officer’s Technical Representative acceptance upon completion of the contract. Final payment will not be until all required As Built drawings are accepted. Maximum retention shall be withheld for late or incomplete As Built drawings.

LIST OF SUBMITTALS

CONTRACT ITEM ACCEPTANCE REQUEST

Contractor Name:

URGENT YES NO (if yes) CONTRACTOR FAX #: _______________________

Submittal #_____________________ Job Location: ___________________________________

NOTE: Contractor must mark Deviation column if submittal deviates from contract requirements

Item

No.

Spec Section and Paragraph Description of Material

Include Type, Model #, Manufacturer, Etc.

STATUS ABBREVIATION GUIDE:

AC - Accepted

AC w/ CMT - Accepted with Comment

R-Resubmit

Comments:

NOTE: Review and acceptance of submittals by the Government is intended to verify general conformance with the design intent as shown on the contract drawings and in the specifications. Acceptance by the Contracting Officer Technical Representative does not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for any errors and/or omissions in the submittals, nor from the responsibility for complying with the requirements of the contract, except with respect to variations described and approved in accordance with FAR 52.243-4 CHANGES.

SECTION 02050

MEMBRANE ROOF REMOVAL

PART-1 GENERAL

1.1 WORK INCLUDED: Work shall include all labor, equipment, transportation and supervision necessary to demolish and remove from the site the existing roofing system to include: roof membrane, flashing, coping, roof drain ring and dome and other related items. Refer to drawings to determine which items are to be salvaged for reinstallation. Work shall include all documentation and permits required, as applicable.

1.1.1 Remove only the amount of roofing materials and insulation and place new insulation and new roofing materials that can be completed in a normal work day.

1.1.2 Coordinate with unit electrical/electronic personnel to disassembled/reassemble any and all electrical/electronic equipment, cabling on roof deck that may interfere with coast guard operations and contract work.

1.2 REFERENCES: The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the extent referenced.

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE, INC (ANSI):

A10.6 Demolition Operations-Safety Requirements

1.3 SUBMITTALS: Provide the Contracting Officer with a demolition plan. The demolition plan shall indicate proposed sequence of operations for review prior to start of work. Include coordination and details for dust and noise control. The demolition plan shall also include a listing types of materials being used for containment and protection.

1.3.1 Provide a detailed sequence of demolition and removal work to ensure uninterrupted Coast Guard on site operations.

1.4 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: Do not begin demolition until authorization is received from the Contracting Officer Representative. Remove rubbish and debris from the project site and store in covered hauling dumpsters daily. Do not allow accumulations. Notification to the Engineering Officer at U.S. Coast Guard Facility is required one week prior to start of demolition unless otherwise noted.

1.4.1 Inform responsible officials of utility companies and the local municipality 10 working days in advance of the intended method of disconnecting and sealing of utilities, if applicable. Work shall be done in accordance with the requirements of the cognizant authority. The Contractor is responsible for all necessary permits and inspections required by such authority.

1.4.2 Occupancy: Coast Guard personnel will occupy the building. Conduct selective demolition work in manner that will minimize need for disruption of normal operations. Provide minimum of 72 hours advance notice to Contracting Officer or Representative of demolition activities that will impact normal operations.

1.5 REGULATION AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: Comply with federal, state, and local hauling and disposal regulations. In addition to the requirements of the "Contract Clauses", safety requirements shall conform to ANSI A10.6. It is the responsibility of the Contractor to be aware of and comply with all pertinent environmental regulations.

1.5.1 Use water sprinkling, temporary enclosures and other suitable methods to limit dust and dirt from rising and scattering in air to lowest practical level. Do not use water when it may create hazardous or objectionable conditions such as ice, flooding and pollution.

1.6 BURNING OF DEBRIS: Fire disposal of debris is PROHIBITED.

PART-2 PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS: None

PART-3 EXECUTION

3.1 INSPECTION: Prior to commencement of selective demolition work, the Contractor shall inspect areas in which work will be performed. Photograph existing conditions of structure surfaces, equipment, or surrounding properties that could be misconstrued as damage resulting from selective demolition work; file with Contracting Officer's Representative prior to starting work.

3.2 Perform all phases of removal work so as not to damage any existing construction, utilities or equipment to remain in place, that is to be reused and that is to remain the property of the Government. The Contractor shall assume responsibility for any damages incurred during the demolition process.

3.3 RELOCATION OF EQUIPMENT: If, during demolition, it is necessary to relocate and remount equipment, the Contractor shall be responsible for performing such necessary work. Any such relocation or moving shall be accomplished without hindering the intended operational use of the item. Upon completion of all work, return items to a condition that is equal or better than their original condition.

3.4 REMOVAL: Demolish and remove from the site existing roofing, flashing, gutters and downspouts and related items from the buildings noted on drawings. Refer to drawings to determine which items are to be removed and salvaged for reinstallation. Include other miscellaneous items required to accomplish the re-roofing work indicated.

3.5 PROTECTION: Provide temporary covers, bracing and supports as required. Protect building interiors and all materials and equipment from the weather at all times. Building interiors shall be protected from water damage. The Contractor shall inspect building interiors to become familiar with potential impacts of leaks. When removal of existing roofing is to occur, have materials and workmen ready to provide adequate and approved temporary covering of exposed areas. Temporary coverings shall be attended to insure effectiveness and to prevent displacement.

3.5.1 Do not overload structural elements anywhere and while removing debris from roof.

3.6 CONFLICTS: If unanticipated mechanical, electrical or structural elements that conflict with intended function or design are encountered, investigate and measure both nature and extent of conflict. Submit a report to the Contracting Officer in written, accurate detail. Pending a receipt of directive from Contracting Officer, arrange selective demolition schedule as necessary to continue overall job progress without delay.

3.7 RESTORATION: Repair items damaged or replace with new as required by the Contracting Officer. Repair areas where removals leave holes and damaged surfaces in the adjacent finished work. Repair work shall match existing remaining work.

3.8 TITLE TO MATERIALS: Except where specified in other sections, all materials and equipment removed and not to be salvaged, shall become the property of the Contractor and shall be removed from Government property. Title to materials resulting from demolition and materials and equipment to be removed, is vested in the Contractor upon removal from the site after approval by the Contracting Officer of the Contractor's demolition and removal procedures and authorization by the Contracting Officer to begin demolition. The Government will not be responsible for the condition or loss of or damage to, such property after notice to proceed. Materials and equipment shall not be viewed by prospective purchasers or sold on the site.

3.9 CLEAN-UP: Remove and transport debris and rubbish in a manner that will prevent spillage on streets or adjacent area. Restore work site to a condition comparable or better than originally encountered prior to demolition.

END OF SECTION 02050

SECTION 06100

ROUGH CARPENTRY

PART 1-GENERAL

1.1

REFERENCES

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

AMERICAN FOREST & PAPER ASSOCIATION (AF&PA)

AF&PA T101 National Design Specification (NDS)for Wood Construction

AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF TIMBER CONSTRUCTION (AITC)

AITC OT-01 Timber Construction Manual

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE (ANSI)

ANSI B18.2.1 Square and Hex Bolts and Screws Inch Series

ANSI B18.6.1 Wood Screws (Inch Series)

AMERICAN WOOD-PRESERVERS' ASSOCIATION (AWPA)

AWPA C1 All Timber Products - Preservative Treatment by Pressure Processes

AWPA C2 Lumber, Timber, Bridge Ties and Mine Ties - Preservative Treatment by

Pressure Processes

AWPA C9 Plywood - Preservative Treatment by Pressure Processes

AWPA C20 Structural Lumber Fire-Retardant Treatment by Pressure Processes

AWPA C27 Plywood - Fire-Retardant Treatment by Pressure Processes

AWPA M2 Standard for Inspection of Treated Wood Products

AWPA M6 Brands Used on Forest Products

AWPA P17 Fire Retardant Formulations

AWPA P18 Nonpressure Preservatives

AWPA P5 Standard for Waterborne Preservatives

AWPA T1 Use Category System: Processing and Treatment Standard

AWPA U1 Use Category System: User Specification for Treated Wood

APA - THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION (APA)

APA E30 Engineered Wood Construction Guide

AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR TESTING OF MATERIALS (ASTM)

ASTM A 307 Carbon Steel Bolts and Studs, 60,000 PSI Tensile Strength

ASTM A 653 Steel Sheet, Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) or Zinc-Iron Alloy-Coated (Galvannealed) by the Hot-Dip Process

ASTM A 687 High-Strength Nonheaded Steel Bolts and Studs

ASTM D 198 Static Tests of Lumber in Structural Sizes

ASTM D 2898 Accelerated Weathering of Fire-Retardant-Treated Wood for Fire Testing

ASTM D 6330 Determination of Volatile Organic Compounds (Excluding Formaldehyde) Emissions from Wood-Based Panels Using Small Environmental Chambers under Defined Test Conditions

ASTM E 1333 Determining Formaldehyde Concentrations in Air and Emission Rates from Wood Products Using a Large Chamber

ASTM E 96 Water Vapor Transmission of Materials

ASTM F 1667 Driven Fasteners: Nails, Spikes, and Staples

ASTM F 547 Nails for Use with Wood and Wood-Base Materials

FM GLOBAL (FM)

FM DS 1-49 Perimeter Flashing

FOREST STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL (FSC)

FSC STD 01 001 Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship GREEN SEAL (GS)

GS-36 Commercial Adhesives

INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCIL (ICC)

ICC IBC (2003) International Building Code

NORTHEASTERN LUMBER MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NELMA)

NELMA Grading Rules Standard Grading Rules for Northeastern Lumber

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE (DOC)

PS-58 Basic Hardboard

PS1 Construction and Industrial Plywood (APA V995)

PS2 Wood-Based Structural-Use Panels (APA 5350)

PS20 American Softwood Lumber Standard

U.S. GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION (GSA)

CID A-A-1923 (Rev A; Notice 1) Shield, Expansion (Lag, Machine and Externally Threaded Wedge Bolt Anchors)

CID A-A-1924 (Rev A; Notice 1) Shield, Expansion (Self Drilling Tubular Expansion Shell Bolt Anchors

CID A-A-1925 (Rev A; Notice 1) Shield Expansion (Nail Anchors)

1.2

SUBMITTALS

1.2.1 Shop Drawings

a.

Cant strips, curbs blocking and other roof related items.

1.2.2 Drawings of field erection details, including materials and methods of fastening nailers in conformance with Factory Mutual wind uplift rated systems specified in other Sections of these specifications

1.3

DELIVERY AND STORAGE

Deliver materials to the site in an undamaged condition. Store, protect, handle, and install prefabricated structural elements in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and as specified. Store all materials from direct contact from the ground. Provide proper ventilation with drainage to avoid standing water. Protect against ground moisture and dampness. Adhere to requirements for stacking, lifting, bracing, cutting, notching, and special fastening requirements. Remove defective and damaged materials and provide new materials at no additional cost to Government. Store separated reusable wood waste convenient to cutting station and area of work.

1.4

GRADING AND MARKING

1.4.1 Lumber

Mark each piece of framing and board lumber or each bundle of small pieces of lumber with the grade mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency. Such association or agency shall be certified by the Board of Review, American Lumber Standards Committee, to grade the species used. Surfaces that are to be exposed to view shall not bear grademarks, stamps, or any type of identifying mark. Hammer marking will be permitted on timbers when all surfaces will be exposed to view.

1.4.2 Plywood

Mark each sheet with the mark of a recognized association or independent inspection agency that maintains continuing control over the quality of the plywood. The mark shall identify the plywood by species group or span rating, exposure durability classification, grade, and compliance with PS1.Surfaces that are to be exposed to view shall not bear grademarks or other types of identifying marks.

1.4.3 Preservative-Treated Lumber and Plywood

The Contractor shall be responsible for the quality of treated wood products. Each treated piece shall be inspected in accordance with AWPA M2 and permanently marked or branded, by the producer, in accordance with AWPA M6. The Contractor shall provide Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) with the inspection report of an approved independent inspection agency that offered products comply with applicable AWPA Standards. The appropriate Quality Mark on each piece will be accepted, in lieu of inspection reports, as evidence of compliance with applicable AWPA treatment standards.

1.4.4 Fire-Retardant Treated Lumber

Mark each piece in accordance with AWPA M6, except pieces that are to be natural or transparent finished. In addition, exterior fire-retardant lumber shall be distinguished by a permanent penetrating blue stain. Labels of a nationally recognized independent testing agency will be accepted as evidence of conformance to the fire-retardant requirements of AWPA M6.

1.5

SIZES AND SURFACING

Lumber shall be surfaced four sides. Size references, unless otherwise specified, are nominal sizes, and actual sizes shall be within manufacturing tolerances allowed by the standard under which the product is produced.

1.6

MOISTURE CONTENT

Air-dry or kiln-dry lumber; Kiln-dry treated lumber after treatment. Maximum moisture content of wood products shall be as follows at the time of delivery to the job site:

a.

Framing lumber and boards - 19 percent maximum b.

Timbers 5 inches and thicker - 25 percent maximum c.

Roof planking - 15 percent maximum d.

Materials other than lumber - Moisture content shall be in accordance with standard under which the product is produced 1.7

PRESERVATIVE TREATMENT

1.7.1 Treat wood products with waterborne wood preservatives conforming to AWPA P5. Pressure treatment of wood products shall conform to the requirements of AWPA U1 and AWPA T1. Pressure-treated wood products shall not contain arsenic, chromium, or other agents classified as carcinogenic, probably carcinogenic, or possibly carcinogenic to humans (compounds in Groups 1, 2A, or 2B) by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), Lyon, France. Pressure-treated wood products shall not exceed the limits of the U.S. EPA's Toxic Characteristic Leaching Procedure (TCLP), and shall not be classified as hazardous waste.