Spec_-_Repair_of_Entry_and_Windows,_North_Facade_Seamanship_Center_2017.4.18_10.58.pdf

Replace Glass Entry Systems & Windows

Sailing Center

AT

U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY

NEW LONDON, CT 06320

PROJECT # 581062

DATE:

GJ CARABINE

Date:___________ m_nam Text Box 4/17/2017

PROJECT MANUAL

Repair of Entry and Windows, North Facade Seamanship Center Project No: 581062

United States Coast Guard Academy New London, Connecticut 06320

PREPARED FOR:

USCG ACADEMY

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTIONS PAGES

DIVISION 00 - PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 00 0101 - PROJECT TITLE PAGE 000101-1 - 000101-1

SECTION 00 0107 - SEALS PAGE 000107-1 - 000107-1

SECTION 00 0115 - LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS 000115-1 - 000115-1

SECTION 00 2600 - PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES 002600-1 - 002600-3

SECTION 00 3119 - EXISTING CONDITION INFORMATION 003119-1 - 003119-1

SECTION 00 4321 - ALLOWANCE FORM 004321-1 – 004321-1

DIVISION 01 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

SECTION 01 0000 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 010000-1 - 010000-38

SECTION 01 2100 - ALLOWANCES 012100-1 - 012100-2

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS

SECTION 02 4119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION 024119-1 - 024119-10

DIVISION 03 - CONCRETE

SECTION 03 3000 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE 033000-1 - 033000-40

DIVISION 04 - MASONRY

NOT APPLICABLE

DIVISION 05 - METALS

SECTION 05 1200 - STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING 051200-1 - 051200-15

SECTION 05 1213 - ARCHITECTURALLY EXPOSED STRUCTURAL STEEL FRAMING

051213-1 - 051213-10

SECTION 05 3100 - STEEL DECKING 053100-1 - 053100-14

SECTION 05 4000 - COLD-FORMED METAL FRAMING 054000-1 - 054000-19

SECTION 05 5000 - METAL FABRICATIONS 055000-1 - 055000-24

DIVISION 06 - WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

SECTION 06 1000 - ROUGH CARPENTRY 061000-1 - 061000-20

SECTION 06 2013 - EXTERIOR FINISH CARPENTRY 062013-1 - 062013-18

SECTION 06 2023 - INTERIOR FINISH CARPENTRY 062023-1 - 062023-21

DIVISION 07 - THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION

SECTION 07 1326 - SELF-ADHERING SHEET WATERPROOFING 071326-1 - 071326-19

SECTION 07 2100 - THERMAL INSULATION 072100-1 - 072100-27

SECTION 07 2600 - VAPOR RETARDERS 072600-1 - 072600-4

SECTION 07 4113.16 - STANDING-SEAM METAL ROOF PANELS 074113.16-1 -

074113.16-24

SECTION 07 4213.13 - FORMED METAL WALL PANELS 074213.13-1 - 074213.13-28

SECTION 07 4213.23 - METAL COMPOSITE MATERIAL WALL PANELS 074213.23-1 -

074213.23-12

SECTION 07 4633 - PLASTIC SIDING 074633-1 - 074633-8

SECTION 07 6200 - SHEET METAL FLASHING AND TRIM 076200-1 - 076200-28

SECTION 07 9200 - JOINT SEALANTS 079200-1 - 079200-25

DIVISION 08 - OPENINGS

SECTION 08 4113 - ALUMINUM-FRAMED ENTRANCES AND STOREFRONTS 084113-1 -

084113-21

SECTION 08 5113 - ALUMINUM WINDOWS 085113-1 - 085113-14

DIVISION 09 - FINISHES

SECTION 09 2216 - NON-STRUCTURAL METAL FRAMING 092216-1 - 092216-9

SECTION 09 2900 - GYPSUM BOARD 092900-1 - 092900-21

SECTION 09 9123 - INTERIOR PAINTING 099123-1 - 099123-75

SECTION 09 9600 - HIGH-PERFORMANCE COATINGS 099600-1 - 099600-28

DIVISION 10 - SPECIALTIES

SECTION 10 1419 - DIMENSIONAL LETTER SIGNAGE 101419-1 - 101419-14

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 12 - FURNISHINGS

DIVISION 13 - SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION

DIVISION 14 - CONVEYING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 21 - FIRE SUPPRESSION

DIVISION 22 - PLUMBING

DIVISION 23 - HEATING, VENTILATING, AND AIR-CONDITIONING (HVAC)

DIVISION 25 - INTEGRATED AUTOMATION

DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

DIVISION 27 - COMMUNICATIONS

DIVISION 28 - ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

DIVISION 31 - EARTHWORK

DIVISION 32 - EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

DIVISION 33 - UTILITIES

DIVISION 34 - TRANSPORTATION

DIVISION 35 - WATERWAY AND MARINE CONSTRUCTION

DIVISION 40 - PROCESS INTEGRATION

DIVISION 41 - MATERIAL PROCESSING AND HANDLING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 42 - PROCESS HEATING, COOLING, AND DRYING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 43 - PROCESS GAS AND LIQUID HANDLING, PURIFICATION AND

STORAGE EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 44 - POLLUTION CONTROL EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 45 - INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC MANUFACTURING EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 46 - WATER AND WASTEWATER EQUIPMENT

DIVISION 48 - ELECTRICAL POWER GENERATION

DIVISION 99 - NARRATIVES

USCG Academy Seamanship Center Project No. 581062

Final Submission

PROJECT TITLE PAGE 00 0101 - 1

DOCUMENT 000101 - PROJECT TITLE PAGE

PART 1 -

1.1 PROJECT MANUAL - VOLUME 1 of 1

A. Repair of Entry and Windows, North Facade Seamanship Center.

B. United States Coast Guard Academy.

C. New London, CT.

D. Owner Project No. 581062

E. Architect Project No. 16015

F. Ronald Schmidt & Associates, P.A.

G. 222 Grand Avenue

H. Englewood, NJ 07631

I. Phone: 201-567-5005

END OF DOCUMENT 000101

SEALS PAGE 00 0107 - 1

DOCUMENT 000107 - SEALS PAGE

1.1 DESIGN PROFESSIONALS OF RECORD

A. Architect:

1. Ronald Schmidt, AIA

2. 222 Grand Avenue, Englewood, NJ 07631 201-567-5005

3. License No. ARI 9116 .

4. Responsible for Divisions 01-49 Sections except where indicated as prepared by other design professionals of record.

END OF DOCUMENT 000107

LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS 00 0115 - 1

DOCUMENT 000115 - LIST OF DRAWING SHEETS

1.1 LIST OF DRAWINGS

A. Drawings: Drawings consist of the Contract Drawings and other drawings listed on the

Table of Contents page of the separately bound drawing set titled Replace Glass Entry

System & Windows, North Facade Seamanship Center, dated 4/17/17, as modified by subsequent Addenda and Contract modifications.

B. List of Drawings: Drawings consist of the following Contract Drawings and other drawings of type indicated:

T-001Cover Sheet

T-002Contractor and Project General Notes

A-001 Demo & Architectural General Notes and Legend

AD-100 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Floor Demolition Plans

A-100 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Floor Plans

A-150 Reflected Ceiling Plan

A-200 Elevations

A-400 Wall Sections

A-450 Detail Sections

A-451 Detail Sections

A-700 Door Schedule and Notes

A-750 Window Schedule and Notes

S-100 2nd Floor Vestibule and Roof Framing Plans

END OF DOCUMENT 000115

PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES 00 2600 - 1

DOCUMENT 002600 - PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

1.1 DEFINITIONS

A. Procurement Substitution Requests: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those indicated in the Procurement and

Contracting Documents, submitted prior to receipt of bids.

B. Substitution Requests: Requests for changes in products, materials, equipment, and methods of construction from those indicated in the Contract Documents, submitted following Contract award. See Section 01 2500 "Substitution Procedures" for conditions under which Substitution requests will be considered following Contract award.

1.2 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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

1.3 PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTIONS

A. Procurement Substitutions, General: By submitting a bid, the Bidder represents that its bid is based on materials and equipment described in the Procurement and Contracting

Documents, including Addenda. Bidders are encouraged to request approval of qualifying substitute materials and equipment when the Specifications Sections list materials and equipment by product or manufacturer name.

B. Procurement Substitution Requests will be received and considered by Owner when the following conditions are satisfied, as determined by COR; otherwise requests will be returned without action:

1. Extensive revisions to the Contract Documents are not required.

2. Proposed changes are in keeping with the general intent of the Contract

Documents, including the level of quality of the Work represented by the requirements therein.

3. The request is fully documented and properly submitted.

PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES 00 2600 - 2

1.4 SUBMITTALS

A. Procurement Substitution Request: Submit to Contracting Officers' Representative

(COR). Procurement Substitution Request must be made in writing by prime contract Bidder only in compliance with the following requirements:

1. Requests for substitution of materials and equipment will be considered if received no later than 10 days prior to date of bid opening.

2. Submittal Format: Submit three copies of each written Procurement Substitution Request, using CSI Substitution Request Form 1.5C.

3. Submittal Format: Submit Procurement Substitution Request, using format provided on Project Web site.

a. Identify the product or the fabrication or installation method to be replaced in each request. Include related Specifications Sections and drawing numbers.

b. Provide complete documentation on both the product specified and the proposed substitute, including the following information as appropriate:

1) Point-by-point comparison of specified and proposed substitute product data, fabrication drawings, and installation procedures.

2) Copies of current, independent third-party test data of salient product or system characteristics.

3) Samples where applicable or when requested by COR.

4) Detailed comparison of significant qualities of the proposed substitute with those of the Work specified. Significant qualities may include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, sustainable design characteristics, warranties, and specific features and requirements indicated. Indicate deviations, if any, from the Work specified.

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

6) Research reports, where applicable, evidencing compliance with building code in effect for Project, from ICC-ES.

7) Coordination information, including a list of changes or modifications needed to other parts of the Work and to construction performed by Owner and separate contractors, which will become necessary to accommodate the proposed substitute.

c. Provide certification by manufacturer that the substitute proposed is equal to or superior to that required by the Procurement and Contracting

Documents, and that its in-place performance will be equal to or superior to the product or equipment specified in the application indicated.

d. Bidder, in submitting the Procurement Substitution Request, waives the right to additional payment or an extension of Contract Time because of the failure of the substitute to perform as represented in the Procurement

Substitution Request.

B. COR's Action:

PROCUREMENT SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES 00 2600 - 3

1. COR may request additional information or documentation necessary for evaluation of the Procurement Substitution Request. COR will notify all bidders of acceptance of the proposed substitute by means of an Addendum to the Procurement and Contracting Documents.

C. COR's approval of a substitute during bidding does not relieve Contractor of the responsibility to submit required shop drawings and to comply with all other requirements of the Contract Documents.

END OF DOCUMENT 002600

EXISTING CONDITION INFORMATION 00 3119 - 1

DOCUMENT 003119 - EXISTING CONDITION INFORMATION

1.1 EXISTING CONDITION INFORMATION

A. This Document with its referenced attachments is part of the Procurement and

Contracting Requirements for Project. They provide Owner's information for Bidders' convenience and are intended to supplement rather than serve in lieu of the Bidders' own investigations. They are made available for Bidders' convenience and information, but are not a warranty of existing conditions. This Document and its attachments are not part of the Contract Documents.

B. Existing drawings that include information on existing conditions including previous construction at Project site are available for viewing at the office of Owner.

C. Existing specifications and submittals that include information on existing conditions including previous construction at Project site are available for viewing at the office of Owner.

D. Related Requirements:

1. Document 002113 "Instructions to Bidders" for the Bidder's responsibilities for examination of Project site and existing conditions.

END OF DOCUMENT 003119

ALLOWANCE FORM 00 4321 - 1

DOCUMENT 004321 - ALLOWANCE FORM

1.1 BID INFORMATION

A. Bidder: ____________________________________________________.

B. Project Name: Repair of Entry and Windows, North Facade Seamanship Center.

C. Project Location: USCG Academy, New London, CT.

D. Owner: USCG Academy.

E. Owner Project Number: 581062.

F. Architect: Ronald Schmidt & Associates, P.A..

G. Architect Project Number: 16013.

1.2 BID FORM SUPPLEMENT

A. This form is required to be attached to the Bid Form.

B. The undersigned Bidder certifies that Base Bid submission to which this Bid

Supplement is attached includes those allowances described in the Contract Documents and scheduled in Section 01 2100 "Allowances."

1.3 SUBMISSION OF BID SUPPLEMENT

A. Respectfully submitted this ____ day of ____________, 2012.

B. Submitted By:_______________________________(Insert name of bidding firm or corporation).

C. Authorized Signature:_______________________________________(Handwritten signature).

D. Signed By:______________________________________________(Type or print name).

E. Title:___________________________________(Owner/Partner/President/Vice

President).

END OF DOCUMENT 004321

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 1

SECTION 01 0000 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes:

1. Project Summary.

a. Project Identification

b. Project Description

c. Coordination with Occupants

d. Access to Site

e. Work Restrictions

f. Safety Precautions

g. Project Site Maintenance

h. Contract Modification Procedures.

i. Minor Change in the Work

j. Government-Initiated Proposal Requests

k. Contractor-Initiated Proposal

l. Change Order Procedures

m. Construction Change Directive

2. Payment Procedures.

a. Schedule of Values

b. Applications for Payment

3. Project Management and Coordination.

a. Contact Information

b. General Coordination Procedures

c. Requests for Information

d. Project Meetings

4. Construction Progress Documentation.

a. Contractor’s Construction Schedule

b. Contractor’s Construction Schedule Updates

c. Daily Construction Reports

d. Field Condition Reports

5. Submittals.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 2

a. Administrative Requirements and Submittal Procedures

b. Contractor’s Review

c. Coordination

6. Heavy Weather Plan.

7. Quality Requirements.

a. Referenced Standards

b. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels

c. Quality Assurance and Qualifications

d. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates

e. Warranty of Construction

8. Product Requirements.

a. Product Requirements and Selection

b. Comparable Products and Substitutions

c. Product Delivery, Storage, and Handling

d. Product Warranties

9. Execution.

a. Examination

b. Construction layout

c. Installation

d. Cutting and patching

e. Government-Installed Products

f. Confined Spaces

g. Progress cleaning

h. Start and Adjust

10. Construction Waste Management and Disposal.

a. Performance Requirements and Procedures

b. Records and Reports

c. Project Conditions

11. Closeout Procedures.

a. Final completion procedures

b. Record Documents

c. Operation and Maintenance Manuals

d. Warranties

e. Equipment Decommissioning & Enrollment

f. Demonstration and Training

g. Final cleaning, including pest control

h. Repair of the Work

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 3

1.2 PROJECT SUMMARY

A. Project Identification: Replace Glass Entry Systems & Windows at the

Seamanship Center, Jacobs Rock

B. Project Number 581062

1. Project Location: US Coast Guard Academy, 15 Mohegan

Avenue, New London, Connecticut 06320.

C. Project Description: The project is defined by the Contract Documents and consists of all work, including all labor and materials, necessary to replace the glass entry window system and the existing north façade windows of the Sailing Center (Jacob’s Rock) at the U.S.

Coast Guard Academy.

D. The goal of this project is to Selectively demolish the existing glass and aluminum entrance vestibule and fixed windows located on the north side of the Seamanship Center. Plus, the provision of all materials, labor, equipment and installation of a new vestibule and new windows and alterations to support these and all other items to make the project complete. Work will include the provision of new concrete foundation, new structural steel, new entrance doors and aluminum/glass wall system and associated roof and roofing. The work will require the modification of existing electrical systems and structural systems. The work requires modification of existing weather barrier systems both plastic and metal which will require specialized knowledge to appropriately dismantle the existing construction in a manner that will permit installation of new work and for the possible reuse of those materials.

E. Coordination with Occupants:

1. The work shall be conducted by the contractor to provide the least possible interference to the activities of government personnel.

2. Government will occupy the site and parts of the building, as well as adjacent buildings, during entire construction period, with the exception of areas under construction. The contractor shall schedule and perform the work so as not to interfere with the

Government’s operations and shall cooperate with Government during construction operations to minimize conflicts and facilitate Government usage.

3. Existing utility system shall not be interrupted except for scheduled outages for utility tie-ins, unless approved by the

Chief, Construction and Engineering. Submit request to the

Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) at least 72 hours in advance of proposed utility interruptions and obtain written permission before proceeding with utility interruptions.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 4

F. Access to Site:

1. During the construction period the Contractor shall have limited use of premises for construction operations as indicated on Drawings, including use of the site as specified by the

Contracting Officer.

2. The contractor shall have a representative and any required equipment and personnel on base to receive all construction material for the project. Contractor’s construction material shall

NOT be shipped to or received by U.S. Coast Guard personnel and government equipment may not be used for unloading or delivery of contractor’s materials to the work site. Contractor shall coordinate material deliveries and construction schedule so as to minimize quantities and time materials are stored on base due to space restrictions.

3. The contractor will not be permitted to park adjacent to the work site, but one parking space will be assigned near the work site, additional spaces will be located in the ‘J’ parking lot south of Roland Hall and/or Eagle Drive along the waterfront. The contractor will be assigned an area near the site for storage of material but not necessarily adjacent to the building.

4. Material storage and work areas shall be as designated by the

COR.

5. Keep roadways, driveways, loading areas, and entrances serving premises clear and available to Government, Government's employees, and emergency vehicles at all times. Do not use these areas for parking or storage of materials, unless approved by the COR.

6. The contractor’s use of the building is limited to the immediate project site and adjacent areas as required for the work. The contractor shall not obstruct existing corridors or emergency exists and shall take all precautions necessary to protect the building during the construction period.

7. The contractor shall maintain portions of existing building affected by construction operations in a weathertight condition throughout construction period. Repair damage caused by construction operations.

G. Work Restrictions:

1. All construction operations shall be preformed between the hours of 7:00 am and 4:00 pm local time, Monday through Friday.

Submit request to the COR at least 72 hours in advance for permission to work outside the normal working hours or on

Saturdays, Sundays, or federal holidays.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 5

a. Blackout dates when no work shall be performed on base;

Commencement week May 16-19, 2017 R-Day June 27, 2017 (Fourth Class Reports), Parents’ Weekend Sep 16-18, 2017 (Friday thru Sunday), Homecoming Sep 30, 2017

(Friday thru Sunday). Confirm with COR the exact dates of these events and any other dates that work on base is restricted.

2. The USCGA is a limited smoking base. Coordinate with COR for copy of the smoking area policy and site plan showing the four (4) authorized smoking areas.

3. Sanitation Facilities: The COR shall designate toilet, wash facilities, and drinking water for use by contractor’s personnel. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities.

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

a. Obtain COR’s written permission before proceeding with disruptive operations.

5. The contractor shall contact the COR prior to the start of any work.

H. Safety Precautions:

1. All contractors, foremen, mechanics, and laborers are required to have completed annually a course of at least ten hours in duration in construction safety and health approved by the federal

Occupational Safety and Health Administration.

2. The contractor shall hold a weekly job site safety meeting with focus on safe work practices and recognizing and preventing hazards on a construction site.

3. These construction documents and the construction work hereby contemplated shall be governed at all times by applicable provisions of federal regulations, including, but not limited to, the current edition, with the latest amendment(s) of William-Steiger Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1970, Public Law 91-596; Part 1926 - Occupational Safety and Health

Standards, Chapter XVII of Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (29 CFR Part 1926).

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 6

4. The contractor shall notify and obtain a hot work permit from the base Damage Control Senior Chief or Duty Engineer via the

COR at least 24 hours prior to the start of any construction practices which may affect or impair any fire protection system or which may present a fire hazard (i.e., sanding, welding, grinding, applying hot tar, burning and utilizing of any flame producing device). The contractor shall have and maintain an appropriate functioning fire extinguisher in the work area, for the type of work being done and the materials present. The contractor shall comply with OSHA, NFPA, and base fire and safety regulations.

I. Project Site Maintenance:

1. The contractor shall perform daily clean-up of work site, dumpsters and storage area. All dumpsters shall be covered and watertight.

2. The contractor shall take action to prevent the spread of construction dust and paint/topping material fumes to the occupied areas of the building, at all times.

a. Provide temporary dustproof partitions and temporary enclosures to limit dust, dirt, fumes, and noise migration and to separate occupied areas from construction areas.

3. The contractor shall be responsible for the protection of all government property during the construction project, and shall be required to hire a professional cleaner at the completion of the project to thoroughly clean those area(s) of the building contaminated/soiled by construction operations, dust and debris, restoring the affected area(s) to original condition.

4. The contractor shall also protect plants, shrubs, fences, and structures within the construction area.

1.3 CONTRACT MODIIFICATION PROCEDURES

A. Minor Changes in the Work:

1. Facilities Engineering will issue through construction foreman supplemental instructions authorizing minor changes in the

Work, not involving adjustment to the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

B. Government-Initiated Proposal Requests:

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 7

1. Contracting Officer will issue a detailed description of proposed changes in the Work that may require adjustment to the Contract

Sum or the Contract Time. If necessary, the description will include supplemental or revised Drawings and Specifications.

2. Proposal requests issued by Government are for information only. Do not consider them instructions either to stop work in progress or to execute the proposed change.

3. Within 5 working days after receipt of Proposal Request, submit a quotation estimating cost adjustments to the Contract Sum and the Contract Time necessary to execute the change. Provide cost breakdown and revised schedule as required by the contracting officer.

C. Contractor-Initiated Proposals:

1. If latent, changed, or unforeseen conditions require modifications to the Contract, Contractor may propose changes by submitting a request for a change to the Contracting Officer.

2. Include a statement outlining reasons for the change and the effect of the change on the Work. Provide a complete description of the proposed change. Indicate the effect of the proposed change on the Contract Sum and the Contract Time.

Provide cost breakdown and revised schedule as required by the contracting officer.

3. For change order proposals, use contractor’s standard form.

D. Change Order Procedures:

1. On Government's approval of a Work Changes Proposal Request, Contracting Officer will issue a Change Order for signatures of

Contracting Officer and Contractor.

E. Construction Change Directive:

1. Contracting Officer may issue a Work Change Directive. Work

Change Directive instructs Contractor to proceed with a change in the Work, for subsequent inclusion in a Change Order.

2. Work Change Directive contains a complete description of change in the Work. It also designates method to be followed to determine change in the Contract Sum or the Contract Time.

3. Maintain detailed records on a time and material basis of work required by the Work Change Directive. After completion of change, submit an itemized account and supporting data necessary to substantiate cost and time adjustments to the

Contract.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 8

1.4 PAYMENT PROCEDURES

A. Schedule of Values:

1. Coordinate preparation of the schedule of values with preparation of Contractor's construction schedule.

2. Submit the schedule of values to Contracting Officer at earliest possible date, but no later than 30 days before the date scheduled for submittal of initial Applications for Payment.

3. Use Project specifications table of contents as a guide to establish line items for the schedule of values. Provide at least one line item for each Specification Section.

4. Provide a breakdown of the Contract Sum in enough detail to facilitate continued evaluation of Applications for Payment and progress reports. Provide multiple line items for principal subcontract amounts, where appropriate.

a. Round amounts to nearest whole dollar; total shall equal the Contract Sum.

5. Allowances: Provide a separate line item in the schedule of values for each allowance. Show line-item value of unit-cost allowances, as a product of the unit cost, multiplied by measured quantity.

6. Schedule Updating: Update and resubmit the schedule of values before the next Applications for Payment when Change Orders or

Construction Change Directives result in a change in the Contract Sum.

B. Applications for Payment:

1. Each Application for Payment following the initial Application for Payment shall be consistent with previous applications and payments as certified by COR and paid for by Government.

2. Application for Payment Forms: Use forms provided by

Contracting Officer or AIA form acceptable to Contracting Officer for Applications for Payment.

3. Application Preparation: Complete every entry on form.

Notarize and execute by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor.

4. Recycled Materials: Include in Application for Payment credit amounts for cash value of recycled scrap metal. Provide copy of weight ticket and cash value receipts of material. Provide credit on the first invoice after delivery of material to recycler, but no later than request for final payment.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 9

5. Waivers of Mechanic's Lien: With each Application for

Payment, submit waivers of mechanic's lien from entities lawfully entitled to file a mechanic's lien arising out of the Contract and related to the Work covered by the payment.

When an application shows completion of an item, submit conditional final or full waivers.

6. Application for Payment at Substantial Completion: After issuing the Certificate of Substantial Completion, submit an

Application for Payment showing 100 percent completion for portion of the work claimed as substantially complete.

7. Final Payment Application: After completing Project closeout requirements, submit final Application for Payment with releases and supporting documentation not previously submitted and accepted, including, but not limited, to the following; Evidence of completion of Project closeout requirements. Insurance certificates for products and completed operations where required and proof that taxes, fees, and similar obligations were paid.

Updated final statement, accounting for final changes to the

Contract Sum. Evidence that claims have been settled.

1.5 PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

A. Contact Information:

1. The contractor shall submit, within 15 calendar days of award or

5 working days of Notice to Proceed (NTP) which every is less, a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the work, including name, address, and telephone number of entity performing subcontract or supplying products.

2. The contractor shall submit, within 15 calendar days of award or 5 working days of NTP which every is less, a list of the contractor’s principal staff assignments, including superintendent and other key personnel in attendance at Project site; identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities; list addresses and telephone numbers, including home, office, and cellular telephone numbers and e-mail addresses.

B. General Coordination Procedures:

1. Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the work. Coordinate construction operations, included in different sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

2. Sequence the activities as required to obtain the best results.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 10

3. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

Make adequate provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

4. Where necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved, outlining special procedures required for coordination.

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

6. Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and to ensure orderly progress of the Work.

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

8. Coordinate temporary enclosures with required inspections and tests to minimize the necessity of uncovering completed construction for that purpose.

9. Contractor shall be required to have a full-time superintendent on site while contractor personnel or sub-contract personnel conduct work, or to receive material deliveries.

10. Inspect material or equipment immediately upon delivery and again prior to installation. Reject damaged and defective items.

C. Requests for Information (RFIs):

1. Immediately on discovery of the need for additional information or interpretation of the Contract Documents, Contractor shall prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified to the COR with a copy to the Contracting Officer.

2. Include in the RFI the project name and number, date, RFI number, numbered sequentially, a detailed legible description of item needing information or interpretation and the contractor’s suggested resolution. If Contractor's suggested resolution impacts the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI; include sketches, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop Drawings, coordination drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

3. Allow (2) two working days for Government response for each RFI. RFIs received by Government after 1300 (1:00 p.m.) will be considered as received the following working day.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 01 0000 - 11

D. Project Meetings:

1. The COR will schedule and conduct meetings and conferences at project site unless otherwise indicated. The COR will record and distribute the meeting minutes to each party present and to parties requiring information.

2. Preconstruction Conference: Contracting Officer or COR will schedule and conduct a preconstruction conference before starting construction, at a time convenient to Government, but no later than (15) fifteen days after execution of the Agreement.

3. Authorized representatives of Government; Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the preconstruction conference.

Participants at the conference shall be familiar with project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the work.

4. Progress Meetings: COR will conduct progress meetings at weekly intervals. Review progress since the last meeting.

Review items of significance that could affect progress.

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

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

1.6 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS DOCUMENTATION

A. Contractor’s Construction Schedule:

1. The contractor shall prepare the construction schedule. The construction schedule shall be submitted within 15 calendar days of award or 5 working days of NTP which every is less, and shall be a comprehensive, fully developed, horizontal Gantt-chart type construction schedule. Extend from date established for NTP to date of final completion. Include any constraints and work restrictions (i.e. holidays, government scheduled events, etc.), phasing, work performed by the government, staging of construction for major portions of the work, and milestones.

Subdivide schedule into sufficient number of work activities to accurately display the work schedule, sequence of work, activity duration, and interdependence of each activity. Clearly show the activities of the critical path.

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a. Submit six (6) printed copies of initial schedule, four (4)

11x17 copies on multiple pages as required, one (1) reproducible color print and one (1) blue- or black-line print of size required to display entire schedule for entire construction period, and one (1) electronic copy in

Microsoft Office Project software. Submit updated copies when the schedule changes.

2. Coordinate Contractor's construction schedule with the schedule of values, list of subcontracts, submittal schedule, progress reports, payment requests, and other required schedules and reports. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from entities involved.

B. Contractor’s Construction Schedule Updates: At by-weekly intervals, update schedule to reflect actual construction progress and activities.

Issue updated schedule by close of business every other Thursday or

(2) two days before each regularly scheduled progress meeting.

1. Revise schedule immediately after each meeting, contractor modification, or other activity where revisions have been recognized or made and issue updated schedule.

2. Include a report with updated schedule that indicates every change, including, but not limited to, changes in logic, durations, actual starts and finishes, and activity durations.

3. As the Work progresses, indicate completion percentage for each activity.

C. Daily Construction Reports: Prepare a daily construction report recording events at Project site including the following; list of subcontractors and personnel, high and low temperatures and general weather conditions, accidents, stoppages, delays, shortages, and losses.

Orders and requests of authorities having jurisdiction, services connected and disconnected, equipment or system tests and startups.

1. Submit two (2) paper copies or electronic copy daily by 0800

(8:00 am) the following work day.

D. Field Condition Reports: Immediately on discovery of a difference between field conditions and the Contract Documents, prepare and submit a detailed report. Submit with a Request for Information

(RFI); include a detailed description of the differing conditions, together with recommendations for changing the Contract Documents.

1. Submit two (2) copies at time of discovery of differing conditions.

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1.7 SUBMITTALS

A. Administrative Requirements and Submittal Procedures

1. General: The contractor shall prepare and submit a comprehensive Submittal Schedule/Register within 15 calendar days of award or 5 working days of NTP which every is less, see

Appendix D for format. Prepare and submit submittals for the items listed in this Specification section and as listed in individual Specification Sections and/or on drawings. See

Submittal Register Appendix D. Types of submittals and specific submittal requirements are indicated in individual Specification Sections.

a. Submittals shall be submitted using government furnished

Coast Guard submittal forms.

b. Submittals may be electronic (preferred) or paper copies.

Color charts, material samples, material profiles, etc.

require physical submittals (i.e. paint chips, fabric swatches, carpet samples, etc.).

1) Electronic Submittals: Submittals shall be sent electronically in Adobe .pdf format to the

Construction Project Manager/COR via e-mail with filled out Coast Guard Academy Submittal Form

Cover Sheet in excel format. Provide a minimum of two (2) physical samples of preprinted color charts, material samples and profiles, etc.

2) Paper Submittals: Provide a minimum of five (5) copies of shop drawings, product data, etc. one (1) copy to be returned to the contractor and four (4) copies that will be retained by Chief, Construction and Engineering.

c. All submittals shall be provided to Chief, Construction and Engineering via the Construction Project Manager/COR within 15 calendar days of NTP. For scheduling purposes, the contractor shall assume the government review time of submittals to average ten (10) working days.

d. Contractor shall provide resubmittals to Chief, Construction and Engineering via the Construction Project

Manager/COR within (10) ten working days of receipt of disapproved submittal.

2. Submit Shop Drawings, Product Data, Samples, Test Reports, and Maintenance Data for each type of product used on the project. Submit additional information as requested elsewhere in the specification and on the drawings.

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3. Make all shop drawings accurately to a scale sufficiently large to show all pertinent features of the item and its method of connection to the work.

a. Modify manufacturer’s standard schematic drawings as necessary to provide additional information applicable to project. Manufacturers catalog sheets, brochures, diagrams, schedules, performance charts, illustrations, and other standard descriptive data shall be clearly marked to identify pertinent materials, products, or models.

4. Samples shall be of sufficient size and quantity to illustrate the functional characteristics of products or material, and a full range of color choices.

a. Specified product finishes, colors, and patterns shall be selected by the COR from the manufacturer’s full range unless noted otherwise.

b. Multiple finishes, colors, and patterns may be selected per product.

B. Contractor’s Review: All submittals shall be reviewed and checked for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents, with corrections and field dimensions noted and marked with approval stamp by the contractor before submitting to the Government.

1. Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and number, submittal number, Specification

Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the contract documents, and/or notification of any deviations from contract documents.

2. Contractor is responsible for reviewing shop drawings, product data, and samples prior to submission, verifying field measurements, field construction criteria, catalog numbers and similar data, and coordinating each submittal with requirements of work and /or contract documents.

3. Constructor’s responsibility for errors and omissions in submittals is not relieved by Chief, Construction and Engineering review of submittals.

4. Contractor’s responsibility for deviations in submittals from requirements of contract is not relieved by review of submittals unless Chief, Construction and Engineering gives written acceptance of specific deviation.

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5. Begin no work that requires submittals until return of submittals with Chief, Construction and Engineering approval and initials or signature indicating review.

6. Submittals returned “approval as noted” are only approved if contractor and manufacturer concur with the comments, if not the submittal is rejected and must be resubmitted.

C. Coordination: Coordinate preparation and processing of submittals with performance of construction activities.

1. Submit all submittal items required for each Specification

Section concurrently.

2. Coordinate transmittal of submittals for related parts of the work so processing will not be delayed because of need to review submittals concurrently for coordination.

1.8 HEAVY WEATHER PLAN

A. Hurricane / Storm Conditions are levels of preparedness attained through the completion of specific tasks prior to the arrival of a hurricane / storm. The intent is to reduce the Academy’s exposure to damage, allowing return of service as rapidly as possible after the hurricane / storm passes.

B. Weather Condition Four is the alert condition in which gale force winds (35 knots or greater) may be expected within 72 hours.

1. Contractors shall ensure they are aware of requirements for securing work site in preparation for storm (e.g., contractors, trailers, and equipment).

2. Contractors shall have hazardous waste picked up if necessary.

3. Contractors shall empty and secure temporary storage shed if in use.

C. Weather Condition Three is the readiness condition in which gale force winds (35 knots or greater) may be expected within 48 hours.

1. Contractors shall secure all construction sites.

2. Contractors shall have site dumpsters emptied.

3. Contractors shall have portable toilet facilities removed from the site.

D. Storm Condition is set whenever winds in excess of 50 knots are forecast or experienced.

1. Contractors shall ensure they are aware of requirements for securing work site in preparation for storm (e.g., contractors, trailers, and equipment).

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2. Contractors shall secure all possible missile hazards on construction sites.

3. Contractors shall have hazardous waste picked up if necessary.

4. Contractors shall have site dumpsters emptied.

E. Hurricane Condition is set whenever winds in excess of 63 knots are forecast or experienced. Follow same procedures as Storm Condition.

1.9 QUALITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Referenced Standards: If compliance with two or more standards is specified and the standards establish different or conflicting requirements for minimum quantities or quality levels, comply with the most stringent requirement. Refer conflicting requirements that are different, but apparently equal, to Architect or COR for a decision before proceeding.

B. Minimum Quantity or Quality Levels: The quantity or quality level shown or specified shall be the minimum provided or performed. The actual installation may comply exactly with the minimum quantity or quality specified, or it may exceed the minimum within reasonable limits.

C. Quality Assurance and Qualifications: All work performed on the project shall be done by a company or individual trained and experienced in installing, erecting, or assembling work similar in material, design, and extent to that indicated for this Project, whose work has resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance. Any types of work required to be performed by a licensed person as defined by Chapter 393 of the Connecticut General

Statutes, shall be performed by persons licensed for such work or occupation.

1. Contractor shall employ personnel on this Project meeting the licensing and certification requirements of Chapter 393 of the

Connecticut General Statutes for all work defined therein.

D. Permits, Licenses, and Certificates: For Government's records, submit copies of permits, licenses, certifications, inspection reports, releases, jurisdictional settlements, notices, receipts for fee payments, judgments, correspondence, records, and similar documents, established for compliance with standards and regulations bearing on performance of the Work.

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E. Warranty of Construction: Provide Contractor’s warranty letter, in which the contractor warrants the work performed under this contract for a period of 1 year, or longer if required by the specifications, from date of substantial completion or final acceptance of the work, whichever is appropriate. The Contractor certifies that the work conforms to the contract requirements, is free of any defect in equipment, material, or workmanship performed by the Contractor or any subcontractor or supplier at any tier. Should any defect develop during the warranty period the Contractor agrees to repair or replace any defects in material, workmanship, or arrangement, as well as any other work affected in correcting such defects, and correct the defect(s) without expense to the government. Warranty shall also comply with

FAR’s clause “Warranty of Construction”. The warranty letter shall also include the follow:

1. Project name and number.

2. Established start date of warranty period.

3. Warranty period.

4. Be signed by a person authorized to sign legal documents on behalf of Contractor.

1.10 PRODUCT REQUIREMENTS

A. Product Requirements and Selection: Provide products that comply with the Contract Documents, are undamaged and, unless otherwise indicated, are new at time of installation.

1. Provide products complete with accessories, trim, finish, fasteners, and other items needed for a complete installation and indicated use and effect.

2. Product: Where Specifications name a single manufacturer and product, provide the named product that complies with requirements. Comparable products or substitutions for

Contractor's convenience may be considered, unless otherwise indicated.

3. Basis-of-Design Product: Where Specifications name a product, or refer to a product indicated on Drawings, and include a list of manufacturers, provide the specified or indicated product or a comparable product by one of the other named manufacturers.

Drawings and Specifications indicate sizes, profiles, dimensions, and other characteristics that are based on the product named.

Comply with requirements in "Comparable Products" for consideration of and to obtain approval for use of an unnamed product by one of the other named manufacturers.

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4. Or Equal: For products specified by name and accompanied by the term "or equal," or "or approved equal," or "or approved," comply with requirements in "Comparable Products" to obtain approval for use of an unnamed product. COR’s decision will be final on whether a proposed product is equal.

5. Visual Selection Specification: Where Specifications include the phrase "as selected from manufacturer's full range" or similar phrase, select a product that complies with requirements. COR will select color, gloss, pattern, density, or texture from manufacturer's product line that includes both standard and premium items.

B. Comparable Products or Substitutions: Government will consider

Contractor's request for comparable product or substitution when the following conditions are satisfied.

1. Evidence that the proposed product does not require revisions to the Contract Documents, that it is consistent with the Contract

Documents and will produce the indicated results, and that it is compatible with other portions of the Work.

2. Detailed comparison of significant qualities of proposed product with those named in the Specifications. Significant qualities include attributes such as performance, weight, size, durability, visual effect, and specific features and requirements indicated.

3. COR’s decision will be final on whether a proposed product or substitution is equal and approved.

C. Deliver, store, and handle products using means and methods that will prevent damage, deterioration, and loss, including theft and vandalism.

Comply with manufacturer's written instructions.

1. Schedule delivery to minimize long-term storage at Project site and to prevent overcrowding of construction spaces.

2. Deliver products to Project site in an undamaged condition in manufacturer's original sealed container or other packaging system, complete with labels and instructions for handling, storing, unpacking, protecting, and installing.

3. Inspect products on delivery to determine compliance with the Contract Documents and to determine that products are undamaged and properly protected.

4. Store products to allow for inspection and measurement of quantity or counting of units.

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