IFB 26021 Project Manual Specifications.PDF

FOX VALLEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE

925743 - FVTC Veterinary Technician Classroom Remodel

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SECTION 000110

TABLE OF CONTENTS

PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

1.01 DIVISION 00 -- PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING REQUIREMENTS

A. 000110 - Table of Contents

SPECIFICATIONS

2.01 DIVISION 01 -- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. 011000 - Summary B. 012100 - Allowances C. 012500 - Substitution Procedures D. 013000 - Administrative Requirements E. 014002 - Project Coordination F. 014533 - Code-Required Special Inspections G. 015000 - Temporary Facilities and Controls H. 015719 - Temporary Environmental Controls I. 016000 - Product Requirements J. 016116 - Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) Content Restrictions K. 017000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements L. 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal M. 017800 - Closeout Submittals

2.02 DIVISION 02 -- EXISTING CONDITIONS

A. 024101 - Selective Demolition

2.03 DIVISION 03 -- CONCRETE (NOT USED)

2.04 DIVISION 04 -- MASONRY (NOT USED)

2.05 DIVISION 05 -- METALS (NOT USED)

2.06 DIVISION 06 -- WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

A. 061000 - Rough Carpentry B. 064100 - Architectural Wood Casework

2.07 DIVISION 07 -- THERMAL AND MOISTURE PROTECTION (NOT USED)

2.08 DIVISION 08 -- OPENINGS (NOT USED)

2.09 DIVISION 09 -- FINISHES

A. 092116 - Gypsum Board Assemblies B. 095100 - Acoustical Ceilings C. 096500 - Resilient Flooring D. 099123 - Interior Painting

2.10 DIVISION 10 -- SPECIALTIES (NOT USED)

2.11 DIVISION 11 -- EQUIPMENT (NOT USED)

2.12 DIVISION 12 -- FURNISHINGS

A. 123600 - Countertops

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2.13 DIVISION 13 -- SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION (NOT USED)

2.14 DIVISION 14 -- CONVEYING EQUIPMENT (NOT USED)

2.15 DIVISION 21 -- FIRE SUPPRESSION (NOT USED)

2.16 DIVISION 22 -- PLUMBING (NOT USED)

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

A. 230500 - Common Work Results for HVAC B. 230513 - Common Motor Requirements for HVAC Equipment C. 230523 - General-Duty Valves for HVAC Piping D. 230529 - Hangers and Supports for HVAC Piping and Equipment E. 230553 - Identification for HVAC Piping and Equipment F. 230593 - Testing, Adjusting, and Balancing for HVAC G. 230713 - Duct Insulation H. 230719 - HVAC Piping Insulation I. 230923.11 - Control Valves J. 232113 - Hydronic Piping K. 232116 - Hydronic Piping Specialties L. 233113 - Metal Ducts M. 233300 - Air Duct Accessories N. 233346 - Flexible Ducts O. 233713.13 - Air Diffusers P. 233713.23 - Registers and Grilles Q. 238149 - Ground-Source Unitary Heat Pumps

2.18 DIVISION 25 -- INTEGRATED AUTOMATION (NOT USED)

2.19 DIVISION 26 -- ELECTRICAL

A. 260500 - General Requirements B. 260501 - Project Special Conditions C. 260502 - Demolition D. 260504 - Documentation E. 260505 - Firestopping F. 260519 Wire and Cable G. 260526 - Grounding H. 260529 - Supporting Devices I. 260534 - Raceways J. 260535 - Boxes K. 260537 - Locations of Outlets L. 260553 - Electrical Identification M. 260923 - Lighting Controls N. 262702 - Motor Wiring O. 262726 - Wiring Devices P. 262728 - Circuit Motor Disconnects Q. 265113 - Interior Lighting

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2.20 DIVISION 27 -- COMMUNICATIONS

A. 271000 - Structured Cabling

2.21 DIVISION 28 -- ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

A. 283100 - Addressable Fire Alarm

2.22 DIVISION 31 -- EARTHWORK (NOT USED)

2.23 DIVISION 32 -- EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS (NOT USED)

2.24 DIVISION 33 -- UTILITIES (NOT USED)

2.25 DIVISION 34 -- TRANSPORTATION (NOT USED)

2.26 DIVISION 40 -- PROCESS INTEGRATION (NOT USED)

Summary 011000 - 1

SECTION 011000

SUMMARY

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 PROJECT

A. Project Name: 925743 - FVTC Veterinary Technician Classroom Remodel B. Owner's Name: Fox Valley Technical College.

C. Architect's Name: EUA.

D. The Project consists of the alteration of approximately 500 square feet of existing rooms into one new classroom..

1.02 CONTRACT DESCRIPTION

A. Contract Type: A single prime contract based on a Stipulated Price.

1.03 DESCRIPTION OF ALTERATIONS WORK

A. Scope of demolition and removal work is indicated on drawings and specified in Section 024100.

B. HVAC: Alter existing system and add new construction, keeping existing in operation.

C. Electrical Power and Lighting: Alter existing system and add new construction, keeping existing in operation.

D. Fire Alarm: Alter existing system and add new construction, keeping existing in operation.

1.04 WORK BY OWNER

A. Items noted NIC (Not in Contract) will be supplied and installed by Owner before Substantial

Completion. Some items include:

1. Furnishings.

1.05 OWNER OCCUPANCY

A. Owner intends to continue to occupy adjacent portions of the existing building during the entire construction period.

B. Owner intends to occupy the Project upon Substantial Completion.

C. Cooperate with Owner to minimize conflict and to facilitate Owner's operations.

D. Schedule the Work to accommodate Owner occupancy.

1.06 CONTRACTOR USE OF SITE AND PREMISES

A. Construction Operations: _________.

1. Locate and conduct construction activities in ways that will limit disturbance to site.

B. Provide access to and from site as required by law and by Owner:

1. Emergency Building Exits During Construction: Keep all exits required by code open during construction period; provide temporary exit signs if exit routes are temporarily altered.

2. Do not obstruct roadways, sidewalks, or other public ways without permit.

1.07 WORK SEQUENCE

A. Construct Work in a single phase.

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SECTION 012100

ALLOWANCES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Contingency allowance.

1.02 CONTINGENCY ALLOWANCE

A. Contractor's costs for products, delivery, installation, labor, insurance, payroll, taxes, bonding, equipment rental, overhead and profit will be included in Change Orders authorizing expenditure of funds from this Contingency Allowance.

B. Funds will be drawn from the Contingency Allowance only by Change Order.

C. At closeout of Contract, funds remaining in Contingency Allowance will be credited to Owner by

Change Order.

1.03 ALLOWANCES SCHEDULE

A. Not used B. Off-Hour (overtime) Work: Include the stipulated sum of $2,000 for off-hour (overtime) work.

1. Contractor shall notify Construction Manager before any amount of the allowance is used during the course of construction. Any unused amount will be credited back to the Owner

C. Flooring Moisture Mitigation: Include the stipulated sum of $1,500 for purchase, delivery, and installation of moisture mitigation applications required by flooring manufacturers, if applicable.

1. Contractor shall notify Contract Administrator before any amount of the allowance is used during the course of construction. Any unused amount will be credited back to the Owner.

D. Miscellaneous Painting: Include the stipulated sum of $1,000 for purchase, delivery, and installation of miscellaneous painting as instructed by the architect and/or Owner.

1. Contractor shall notify Contract Administrator before any amount of the allowance is used during the course of construction. Any unused amount will be credited back to the Owner.

E. Not used

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION - NOT USED

Substitution Procedures 012500 - 1

SECTION 012500

SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Procedural requirements for proposed substitutions.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Substitutions: Changes from Contract Documents requirements proposed by Contractor to materials, products, assemblies, and equipment.

1. Substitutions for Cause: Proposed due to changed Project circumstances beyond

Contractor's control.

a. Unavailability.

b. Regulatory changes.

2. Substitutions for Convenience: Proposed due to possibility of offering substantial advantage to the Project.

a. Substitution requests offering advantages solely to the Contractor will not be considered.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. A Substitution Request for products, assemblies, materials, and equipment constitutes a representation that the submitter:

1. Has investigated proposed product and determined that it meets or exceeds the quality level of the specified product, equipment, assembly, or system.

2. Agrees to provide the same warranty for the substitution as for the specified product.

3. Agrees to coordinate installation and make changes to other work that may be required for the work to be complete, with no additional cost to Owner.

4. Waives claims for additional costs or time extension that may subsequently become apparent.

B. A Substitution Request for specified installer constitutes a representation that the submitter:

1. Has acted in good faith to obtain services of specified installer, but was unable to come to commercial, or other terms.

C. Document each request with complete data substantiating compliance of proposed substitution with Contract Documents. Burden of proof is on proposer.

D. Content: Include information necessary for tracking the status of each Substitution Request, and information necessary to provide an actionable response.

E. Limit each request to a single proposed substitution item.

1. Submit an electronic document, combining the request form with supporting data into single document.

3.02 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES DURING PROCUREMENT

A. Submittal Form (before award of contract):

1. Submit substitution requests by completing the SUBSTITUTION REQUEST FORM attached to this section. See this form for additional information and instructions. Use only this form; other forms of submission are unacceptable.

3.03 SUBSTITUTION PROCEDURES DURING CONSTRUCTION

A. Submittal Form (after award of contract):

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1. Submit substitution requests by completing the SUBSTITUTION REQUEST FORM attached to this section. See this section for additional information and instructions. Use only this form; other forms of submission are unacceptable.

B. Architect will consider requests for substitutions only within 15 days after date of Agreement.

C. Submit request for Substitution for Cause within 14 days of discovery of need for substitution, but not later than 14 days prior to time required for review and approval by Architect, in order to stay on approved project schedule.

D. Substitutions will not be considered under one or more of the following circumstances:

1. When they are indicated or implied on shop drawing or product data submittals, without having received prior approval.

2. Without a separate written request.

3. Substitution requests offering advantages solely to the Contractor.

3.04 ACCEPTANCE

A. Accepted substitutions change the work of the Project. They will be documented and incorporated into work of the project by Change Order, Construction Change Directive, Architectural Supplementary Instructions, or similar instruments provided for in the Conditions of the Contract.

3.05 ATTACHMENTS

A. A facsimile of the SUBSTITUTION REQUEST FORM required to be used on the Project is included after this section.

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SECTION 013000

ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. General administrative requirements.

B. Electronic document submittal service.

C. Preconstruction meeting.

D. Site mobilization meeting.

E. Progress meetings.

F. Construction progress schedule.

G. Submittal Schedule H. Number of copies of submittals.

I. Requests for Interpretation (RFI) procedures.

J. Submittal procedures.

K. Architect's Action

1.02 GENERAL ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS

A. Comply with requirements of Section 017000 - Execution and Closeout Requirements for coordination of execution of administrative tasks with timing of construction activities.

B. Make the following types of submittals to Architect:

1. Requests for Interpretation (RFI).

2. Requests for substitution.

3. Shop drawings, product data, and samples.

4. Test and inspection reports.

5. Design data.

6. Manufacturer's instructions and field reports.

7. Applications for payment and change order requests.

8. Progress schedules.

9. Coordination drawings.

10. Correction Punch List and Final Correction Punch List for Substantial Completion.

11. Closeout submittals.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 ELECTRONIC DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL SERVICE

A. All documents transmitted for purposes of administration of the contract are to be in electronic (PDF, MS Word, or MS Excel) format, as appropriate to the document, and transmitted via an Internet-based submittal service that receives, logs and stores documents, provides electronic stamping and signatures, and notifies addressees via email. Transmittals via email are also acceptable, however the contractor is still responsible for tracking and logging all submittals and emailing them directly to the required design team member while copying both the Architect and Owner.

1. Besides submittals for review, information, and closeout, this procedure applies to

Requests for Interpretation (RFIs), progress documentation, contract modification documents (e.g. supplementary instructions, change proposals, change orders), applications for payment, field reports and meeting minutes, Contractor's correction punchlist, and any other document any participant wishes to make part of the project record.

2. Contractor and Architect are required to use this service.

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3. It is Contractor's responsibility to submit documents in allowable format.

4. Subcontractors, suppliers, and Architect's consultants will be permitted to use the service at no extra charge.

5. Users of the service need an email address, internet access, and PDF review software that includes ability to mark up and apply electronic stamps (such as Adobe Acrobat, www.adobe.com, or Bluebeam PDF Revu, www.bluebeam.com), unless such software capability is provided by the service provider.

6. Submit one electronic copy in (PDF, MS Word, or MS Excel) format; an electronically-marked up file will be returned. Create at native size and right-side up; illegible files will be rejected.

7. Paper document transmittals will not be reviewed; emailed electronic documents will not be reviewed.

8. All other specified submittal and document transmission procedures apply, except that electronic document requirements do not apply to samples or color selection charts.

B. Submittal Service: Use one of the following:

1. Newforma Info Exchange.

C. Training Can Be Arranged for Participants Upon Request: One, one-hour, web-based training session will be arranged for all participants, with representatives of Architect and Contractor participating; further training is the responsibility of the user of the service.

1. Representatives of Owner are scheduled and included in this training.

D. Project Closeout: Architect will determine when to terminate the service for the project and is responsible for obtaining archive copies of files for Owner.

3.02 PRECONSTRUCTION MEETING

A. Schedule meeting after Notice of Award.

B. Attendance Required:

1. Owner.

2. Architect.

3. Contractor.

C. Agenda:

1. Execution of Owner-Contractor Agreement.

2. Submission of executed bonds and insurance certificates.

3. Distribution of Contract Documents.

4. Submission of list of subcontractors, list of products, schedule of values, and progress schedule.

5. Designation of personnel representing the parties to Contract.

6. Procedures and processing of field decisions, submittals, substitutions, applications for payments, proposal request, Change Orders, and Contract closeout procedures.

7. Scheduling.

D. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Architect, Owner, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.03 SITE MOBILIZATION MEETING

A. Schedule meeting at the Project site prior to Contractor occupancy.

B. Attendance Required:

1. Contractor.

2. Owner.

3. Architect.

4. Contractor's superintendent.

5. Major subcontractors.

C. Agenda:

1. Use of premises by Owner and Contractor.

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2. Owner's requirements.

3. Construction facilities and controls provided by Owner.

4. Temporary utilities provided by Owner.

5. Survey and building layout.

6. Security and housekeeping procedures.

7. Schedules.

8. Application for payment procedures.

9. Procedures for testing.

10. Procedures for maintaining record documents.

11. Requirements for start-up of equipment.

12. Inspection and acceptance of equipment put into service during construction period.

D. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Architect, Owner, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.04 PROGRESS MEETINGS

A. Schedule and administer meetings throughout progress of the work at maximum bi-monthly intervals.

B. Attendance Required:

1. Contractor.

2. Owner.

3. Architect.

4. Contractor's superintendent.

C. Agenda:

1. Review minutes of previous meetings.

2. Review of work progress.

3. Field observations, problems, and decisions.

4. Identification of problems that impede, or will impede, planned progress.

5. Review of submittals schedule and status of submittals.

6. Maintenance of progress schedule.

7. Corrective measures to regain projected schedules.

8. Planned progress during succeeding work period.

9. Maintenance of quality and work standards.

10. Effect of proposed changes on progress schedule and coordination.

11. Other business relating to work.

D. Record minutes and distribute copies within two days after meeting to participants, with two copies to Architect, Owner, participants, and those affected by decisions made.

3.05 CONSTRUCTION PROGRESS SCHEDULE

A. Bar-Chart Schedule: Prepare a fully developed, horizontal bar- chart type Contractor's construction schedule. Submit within 30 days of the date established for "Commencement of the Work".

1. Provide a separate time bar for each significant construction activity. Provide a continuous vertical line to identify the first working day of each week. Use the same breakdown of units of the Work as indicated in the "Schedule of Values".

2. Within each time bar indicate estimated completion percentage in 10 percent increments.

As Work progresses, place a contrasting mark in each bar to indicate Actual Completion.

3. Prepare the schedule of sufficient width to show data for the entire construction period.

4. Secure time commitments for performing critical elements of the Work from parties involved. Coordinate each element on the schedule with other construction activities;

include minor elements involved in the sequence of the Work. Show each activity in proper sequence. Indicate graphically sequences necessary for completion of related portions of the Work.

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5. Coordinate the Contractor's construction schedule with the schedule of values, list of subcontracts, submittal schedule, progress reports, payment requests and other schedules.

6. Indicate completion in advance of the date established for Substantial Completion.

Indicate Substantial Completion on the schedule to allow time for the Architect's procedures necessary for certification of Substantial Completion.

B. Work Stages: Indicate important stages of construction for each major portion of the Work, including submittal review, testing, and installation.

C. Area Separations: Provide a separate time bar to identify each major construction area for each major portion of the Work. Indicate where each element in an area must be sequenced or integrated with other activities.

D. Distribution: Following response to the initial submittal, print and distribute copies to the Architect, Owner, subcontractors, and other parties required to comply with scheduled dates.

Post copies in the Project meeting room and temporary field office.

1. When revisions are made, distribute to the same parties and post in the same locations.

Delete parties from distribution when they have completed their assigned portion of the Work and are no longer involved in construction activities.

E. Schedule Updating: Revise the schedule after each meeting, event, or activity where revisions have been recognized or made. Issue the updated schedule concurrently with the report of each meeting.

F. Schedule Updating:

1. Within 10 days after date of the Agreement, submit preliminary schedule defining planned operations for the first 60 days of work, with a general outline for remainder of work.

2. If preliminary schedule requires revision after review, submit revised schedule within 10 days.

3. Within 20 days after review of preliminary schedule, submit draft of proposed complete schedule for review.

a. Include written certification that major contractors have reviewed and accepted proposed schedule.

4. Within 10 days after joint review, submit complete schedule.

5. Submit updated schedule with each Application for Payment.

3.06 REQUESTS FOR INTERPRETATION (RFI)

A. Definition: A request seeking one of the following:

1. An interpretation, amplification, or clarification of some requirement of Contract Documents arising from inability to determine from them the exact material, process, or system to be installed; or when the elements of construction are required to occupy the same space (interference); or when an item of work is described differently at more than one place in Contract Documents.

2. A resolution to an issue which has arisen due to field conditions and affects design intent.

B. Procedure: Immediately on discovery of the need for interpretation of the Contract Documents, and if not possible to request interpretation at Project meeting, prepare and submit an RFI in the form specified.

1. RFIs shall originate with Contractor. RFIs submitted by entities other than Contractor will be returned with no response.

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in Contractor's work or work of subcontractors.

C. RFIs shall originate with Contractor. RFIs submitted by entities other than Contractor will be returned with no response.

1. Project name.

2. Date.

3. Name of Contractor.

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4. Name of Architect.

5. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

6. Criticalness.

7. Specification Section number and title and related paragraphs, as appropriate.

8. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

9. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

10. Contractor's suggested solution(s). If Contractor's solution(s) impact the Contract Time or the Contract Sum, Contractor shall state impact in the RFI.

11. Contractor's signature.

12. Attachments: Include drawings, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product Data, Shop

Drawings, and other information necessary to fully describe items needing interpretation.

a. Supplementary drawings prepared by Contractor shall include dimensions, thicknesses, structural grid references, and details of affected materials, assemblies, and attachments.

D. General Contractor or Construction Manager shall e-mail RFIs to Architect in electronic format.

1. Identify each page of attachments with the RFI number and sequential page number.

E. Architect's Action: Architect will review each RFI, determine action required, and return it. Allow seven working days for Architect's response for each RFI. For RFI’s that are deemed critical by the General Contractor or Construction Manager, allow three working days for Architect's response for each RFI; however, a maximum of 10% of the RFI’s can be deemed critical. RFIs received after 3:00 p.m. will be considered as received the following working day.

1. The following RFIs will be returned without action:

a. Requests for approval of submittals.

b. Requests for approval of substitutions.

c. Requests for coordination information already indicated in the Contract Documents.

d. Requests for adjustments in the Contract Time or the Contract Sum.

e. Requests for interpretation of Architect's actions on submittals.

f. Incomplete RFIs or RFIs with numerous errors.

2. Architect's action may include a request for additional information, in which case Architect's time for response will start again.

3. Architect's action on RFIs that may result in a change to the Contract Time or the Contract Sum may be eligible for Contractor to submit Change Proposal according to Division 01 Section "Contract Modification Procedures."

a. If Contractor believes the RFI response warrants change in the Contract Time or the

Contract Sum, notify Architect in writing within 10 days of receipt of the RFI response.

F. On receipt of Architect's action, update the RFI log and immediately distribute the RFI response to affected parties. Review response and notify Architect within seven days if Contractor disagrees with response.

G. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number.

Submit log weekly.

1. Project name.

2. Name and address of Contractor.

3. Name and address of Architect.

4. RFI number including RFIs that were dropped and not submitted.

5. RFI description.

6. Date the RFI was submitted.

7. Date Architect's response was received.

8. Identification of related Minor Change in the Work, Construction Change Directive, and

Proposal Request, as appropriate.

3.07 SUBMITTAL SCHEDULE

A. Submit to Architect for review a schedule for submittals in tabular format.

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1. Format schedule to allow tracking of status of submittals throughout duration of construction.

2. Account for time required for preparation, review, manufacturing, fabrication and delivery when establishing submittal delivery and review deadline dates.

3.08 NUMBER OF COPIES OF SUBMITTALS

A. Electronic Documents: Submit one electronic copy in PDF format; an electronically-marked up file will be returned. Create PDFs at native size and right-side up; illegible files will be rejected.

3.09 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

A. General Requirements:

1. Submit packages of submittals for review and submittals for infomation per specification section.

2. Apply Contractor's stamp, signed or initialed certifying that review, approval, verification of products required, field dimensions, adjacent construction work, and coordination of information is in accordance with the requirements of the work and Contract Documents.

3. Deliver each submittal on date noted in submittal schedule, unless an earlier date has been agreed to by all affected parties, and is of the benefit to the project.

4. Schedule submittals to expedite the Project, and coordinate submission of related items.

a. For each submittal for review, allow 15 days excluding delivery time to and from the

Contractor.

B. Product Data Procedures:

1. Submit only information required by individual specification sections.

2. Collect required information into a single submittal.

3. Do not submit (Material) Safety Data Sheets for materials or products.

C. Shop Drawing Procedures:

1. Prepare accurate, drawn-to-scale, original shop drawing documentation by interpreting

Contract Documents and coordinating related work.

2. Generic, non-project-specific information submitted as shop drawings do not meet the requirements for shop drawings.

D. Samples Procedures:

1. Transmit related items together as single package.

2. Identify each item to allow review for applicability in relation to shop drawings showing installation locations.

3.10 ARCHITECT'S ACTION

A. Action Stamp: The Architect will stamp each submittal with a uniform, action stamp. The Architect will mark the stamp appropriately to indicate the action taken, as follows:

1. Final Unrestricted Release: When the Architect marks a submittal "REVIEWED WITH NO

COMMENTS," the Work covered by the submittal may proceed provided it complies with requirements of the Contract Documents. Final payment depends on that compliance.

2. Final-But-Restricted Release: When the Architect marks a submittal "REVIEWED WITH COMMENTS AS NOTED," the Work covered by the submittal may proceed provided it complies with notations or corrections on the submittal and requirements of the Contract Documents. Final payment depends on that compliance.

3. Returned for Resubmittal: When the Architect marks a submittal "REVISE AND RESUBMIT" or "REJECTED - SEE COMMENTS," do not proceed with Work covered by the submittal, including purchasing, fabrication, delivery, or other activity. Revise or prepare a new submittal according to the notations; resubmit without delay. Repeat if necessary to obtain different action mark.

a. Do not use, or allow others to use, submittals marked "REVISE AND RESUBMIT" or

"REJECTED - SEE COMMENTS," at the Project Site or elsewhere where Work is in progress.

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4. Other Action: Where a submittal is for information or record purposes or special processing or other activity, the Architect will return the submittal marked "Action Not Required."

B. Unsolicited Submittals: The Architect will return unsolicited submittals to the sender without action.

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SECTION 014002

PROJECT COORDINATION

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General Conditions and other Division-1 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative and supervisory requirements necessary for coordinating construction operations including, but not necessarily limited to, the following:

1. General Project Coordination Procedures.

2. Coordination Drawings

3. Electronic File Sharing.

4. Administrative and Supervisory Personnel

5. Cleaning and Protection

B. Related Sections: The following Sections contain requirements that relate to this Section:

1. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: For preparing and submitting the

Contractor's Construction Schedule".

2. Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements: For progress meetings, coordination meetings, and preinstallation conferences.

3. Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements: For coordinating general installation.

4. Section 01 70 00 - Execution and Closeout Requirements: For coordinating contract closeout.

1.03 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate construction operations included in various Sections of these Specifications to assure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work. Coordinate construction operations included under different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in the sequence required to obtain the best results where installation of one part of the Work depends on installation of other components, before or after its own installation.

2. Coordinate installation of different components to assure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

3. Make provisions to accommodate items scheduled for later installation.

B. Where necessary, prepare memoranda for distribution to each party involved outlining special procedures required for coordination. Include such items as required notices, reports, and attendance at meetings.

1. Prepare similar memoranda for the Owner and separate Contractors where coordination of their Work is required.

C. Administrative Procedures: Coordinate scheduling and timing of required administrative procedures with other construction activities to avoid conflicts and ensure orderly progress of the Work. Such administrative activities include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Preparation of schedules.

2. Installation and removal of temporary facilities.

3. Delivery and processing of submittals.

4. Progress meetings.

5. Project Close-out activities.

D. Electronic File Sharing Procedures: Electronic files shared by the architect are developed to a minimum level of development (LOD) 200 as defined in AIA G202-2013 and is only to be used to coordinate the work. Such coordination procedures include, but are not limited to, the following:

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1. System coordination.

2. Construction trade coordination.

1.04 SUBMITTALS

A. Coordination Drawings: Prepare coordination drawings where careful coordination is needed for installation of products and materials fabricated by separate entities. Prepare coordination drawings where limited space availability necessitates maximum utilization of space for efficient installation of different components.

1. Show the relationship of components shown on separate Shop Drawings.

2. Indicate required installation sequences.

3. Comply with requirements contained in Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.

B. Staff Names: Prior to the commencing of construction operations, submit a list of the Contractor's principal staff assignments, including the superintendent and other personnel in attendance at the Project Site. Identify individuals and their duties and responsibilities. List their addresses and telephone numbers.

1. Post copies of the list in the Project meeting room, the temporary field office, and each temporary telephone.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (NOT APPLICABLE).

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 GENERAL COORDINATION PROVISIONS

A. Inspection of Conditions: Require the Installer of each major component to inspect both the substrate and conditions under which Work is to be performed. Do not proceed until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in an acceptable manner.

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

3.02 CLEANING AND PROTECTION

A. Clean and protect construction in progress and adjoining materials in place, during handling and installation. Apply protective covering where required to assure protection from damage or deterioration at Substantial Completion.

B. Clean and provide maintenance on completed construction as frequently as necessary through the remainder of the construction period. Adjust and lubricate operable components to assure operability without damaging effects.

C. Limiting Exposures: Supervise construction operations to assure that no part of the construction, completed or in progress, is subject to harmful, dangerous, damaging, or otherwise deleterious exposure during the construction period. Where applicable, such exposures include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Excessive static or dynamic loading.

2. Excessive internal or external pressures.

3. Excessively high or low temperatures.

4. Thermal shock.

5. Excessively high or low humidity.

6. Air contamination or pollution.

7. Water or ice.

8. Solvents.

9. Chemicals.

10. Light.

11. Radiation.

12. Puncture.

13. Abrasion.

14. Heavy traffic.

15. Soiling, staining, and corrosion.

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16. Bacteria.

17. Rodent and insect infestation.

18. Combustion.

19. Electrical current.

20. High-speed operation.

21. Improper lubrication.

22. Unusual wear or other misuse.

23. Contact between incompatible materials.

24. Destructive testing.

25. Misalignment.

26. Excessive weathering.

27. Unprotected storage.

28. Improper shipping or handling.

29. Theft.

30. Vandalism.

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SECTION 014533

CODE-REQUIRED SPECIAL INSPECTIONS AND PROCEDURES

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Code-required special inspections.

B. Testing services incidental to special inspections.

C. Submittals.

1.02 RELATED REQUIREMENTS

A. Section 013000 - Administrative Requirements: Submittal procedures.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Code or Building Code: ICC (IBC)-2015, Edition of the International Building Code and specifically, Chapter 17 - Special Inspections and Tests.

B. Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ): Agency or individual officially empowered to enforce the building, fire and life safety code requirements of the permitting jurisdiction in which the Project is located.

C. Special Inspection:

1. Special inspections are inspections and testing of materials, installation, fabrication, erection or placement of components and connections mandated by the AHJ that also require special expertise to ensure compliance with the approved Contract Documents and the referenced standards.

2. Special inspections are separate from and independent of tests and inspections conducted by Owner or Contractor for the purposes of quality assurance and contract administration.

1.04 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ACI 318 - Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete; 2019 (Reapproved 2022).

B. ASTM E329 - Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged in Construction Inspection, Testing, or Special Inspection; 2025a.

C. ASTM E543 - Standard Specification for Agencies Performing Nondestructive Testing; 2013.

D. ICC (IBC)-2015 - International Building Code; 2015.

E. SDI QA/QC - Standard for Quality Control and Quality Assurance for Installation of Steel Deck;

2022.

F. TMS 402/602 - Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures; 2022, with Errata (2024).

1.05 SUBMITTALS

A. See Section 013000 - Administrative Requirements, for submittal procedures.

B. Special Inspection Agency Qualifications: Prior to the start of work, the Special Inspection

Agency is required to:

1. Submit agency name, address, and telephone number, names of full time registered

Engineer and responsible officer.

2. Submit copy of report of laboratory facilities inspection made by NIST Construction

Materials Reference Laboratory during most recent inspection, with memorandum of remedies of any deficiencies reported by the inspection.

3. Submit certification that Special Inspection Agency is acceptable to AHJ.

C. Testing Agency Qualifications: Prior to the start of work, the Testing Agency is required to:

1. Submit agency name, address, and telephone number, and names of full time registered Engineer and responsible officer.

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2. Submit copy of report of laboratory facilities inspection made by NIST Construction Materials Reference Laboratory during most recent inspection, with memorandum of remedies of any deficiencies reported by the inspection.

3. Submit certification that Testing Agency is acceptable to AHJ.

D. Special Inspection Reports: After each special inspection, Special Inspector is required to promptly submit at least two copies of report; one to Architect and one to the AHJ.

1. Include:

a. Date issued.

b. Project title and number.

c. Name of Special Inspector.

d. Date and time of special inspection.

e. Identification of product and specifications section.

f. Location in the Project.

g. Type of special inspection.

h. Date of special inspection.

i. Results of special inspection.

j. Compliance with Contract Documents.

E. Test Reports: After each test or inspection, promptly submit at least two copies of report; one to Architect and one to AHJ.

1. Include:

a. Date issued.

b. Project title and number.

c. Name of inspector.

d. Date and time of sampling or inspection.

e. Identification of product and specifications section.

f. Location in the Project.

g. Type of test or inspection.

h. Date of test or inspection.

i. Results of test or inspection.

j. Compliance with Contract Documents.

1.06 SPECIAL INSPECTION AGENCY

A. Owner or Architect will employ services of a Special Inspection Agency to perform inspections and associated testing and sampling in accordance with ASTM E329 and required by the building code.

B. The Special Inspection Agency may employ and pay for services of an independent testing agency to perform testing and sampling associated with special inspections and required by the building code.

C. Employment of agency in no way relieves Contractor of obligation to perform work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

1.07 TESTING AND INSPECTION AGENCIES

A. Owner or Architect may employ services of an independent testing agency to perform additional testing and sampling associated with special inspections but not required by the building code.

B. Employment of agency in no way relieves Contractor of obligation to perform work in accordance with requirements of Contract Documents.

1.08 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Special Inspection Agency Qualifications:

1. Independent firm specializing in performing testing and inspections of the type specified in this section.

B. Testing Agency Qualifications:

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1. Independent firm specializing in performing testing and inspections of the type specified in this section.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NOT USED

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.01 SCHEDULE OF SPECIAL INSPECTIONS, GENERAL

A. Frequency of Special Inspections: Special Inspections are indicated as continuous or periodic.

1. Continuous Special Inspection: Special Inspection Agency is required to be present in the area where the work is being performed and observe the work at all times the work is in progress.

2. Periodic Special Inspection: Special Inspection Agency is required to be present in the area where work is being performed and observe the work part-time or intermittently and at the completion of the work.

3.02 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS FOR STEEL CONSTRUCTION

A. Structural Steel: Comply with quality assurance inspection requirements of ICC (IBC).

B. Cold-Formed Steel Deck: Comply with quality assurance inspection requirements of SDI

QA/QC.

C. High-Strength Bolting Installation: Verify items listed below comply with AISC 360, Section

M2.5.

1. Snug tight joints; periodic.

2. Pretensioned and slip-critical joints with matchmarking, twist-off bolt or direct tension indicator method of installation; periodic.

3. Pretensioned and slip-critical joints without matchmarking or calibrated wrench method of installation; continuous.

3.03 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS FOR CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION

A. Reinforcement, Including Prestressing Tendons, and Verification of Placement: Verify compliance with ACI 318, Chapters 20, 25.2, 25.3, 26.6.1-26.6.3; periodic.

B. Reinforcing Bar Welding: Verify compliance with AWS D1.4/D1.4M and ACI 318, 26.6.4;

periodic.

1. Verify weldability of reinforcing bars other than those complying with ASTM A706/A706M;

periodic.

2. Inspect single-pass fillet welds, maximum 5/16 inch; periodic.

3. Inspect all other welds; continuous.

C. Anchors Cast in Concrete: Verify compliance with ACI 318, 17.8.2; periodic.

D. Bolts Installed in Concrete: Where allowable loads have been increased or where strength design is used, verify compliance with approved Contract Documents and ACI 318, Sections

8.1.3 and 21.2.8 prior to and during placement of concrete; continuous.

E. Anchors Post-Installed in Hardened Concrete: Verify compliance with ACI 318.

1. Adhesive Anchors: Verify horizontally or upwardly-inclined orientation installations resisting sustained tension loads - Section 17.8.2.4; continuous.

2. Other Mechanical and Adhesive Anchors: Verify as per Chapter 17.8.2; periodic.

F. Design Mix: Verify plastic concrete complies with the design mix in approved Contract Documents and with ACI 318, Chapter 19, 16.4.3, 26.4.4; periodic.

G. Concrete Sampling Concurrent with Strength Test Sampling: Each time fresh concrete is sampled for strength tests, verify compliance with ASTM C172/C172M, ASTM C31/C31M and ACI 318, Chapter 26.5, 26.12, and record the following, continuous:

1. Slump.

2. Air content.

3. Temperature of concrete.

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3.04 SPECIAL INSPECTIONS FOR MASONRY CONSTRUCTION

A. Masonry Structures Subject to Special Inspection:

1. Masonry construction when required by the quality assurance program of TMS 402/602.

2. Empirically designed masonry, glass unit masonry and masonry veneer in structures designated as "essential facilities".

3. Engineered masonry in structures classified as "low hazard..." and "substantial hazard to human life in the event of failure".

B. Verify each item below complies with approved Contract Documents and the applicable articles of TMS 402/602.

1. Inspections and Approvals:

a. Verify compliance with the required inspection provisions of the approved Contract Documents; periodic.

b. Verify approval of submittals required by Contract Documents; periodic.

2. Compressive Strength of Masonry: Verify compressive strength of masonry units prior to start of construction unless specifically exempted by code; periodic.

3. Slump Flow and Visual Stability Index (VSI): Verify compliance as self consolidating grout arrives on site; continuous.

4. Joints and Accessories: When masonry construction begins, verify:

a. Proportions of site prepared mortar; periodic.

b. Construction of mortar joints; periodic.

c. Location of reinforcement, connectors, prestressing tendons, anchorages, etc;

periodic.

5. Structural Elements, Joints, Anchors, Protection: During masonry construction, verify:

a. Size and location of structural elements; periodic.

b. Type, size and location of anchors, including anchorage of masonry to structural members, frames or other construction; periodic.

c. Size, grade and type of reinforcement, anchor bolts and prestressing tendons and anchorages; periodic.

d. Welding of reinforcing bars; continuous.

6. Grouting Preparation: Prior to grouting, verify:

a. Grout space is clean; periodic.

b. Correct placement of reinforcing, connectors, prestressing tendons and anchorages;

periodic.

c. Correctly proportioned site prepared grouts and prestressing grout for bonded tendons; periodic.

d. Correctly constructed mortar joints; periodic.

7. Preparation of Grout Specimens, Mortar Specimens and Prisms: Observe preparation of specimens; periodic.

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SECTION 015000

TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS

PART 1 GENERAL

1.01 SECTION INCLUDES

A. Temporary telecommunications services.

B. Temporary sanitary facilities.

C. Drinking water.

D. Vehicular access and parking.

E. Waste removal facilities and services.

F. Project identification sign.

G. Field offices.

H. Hoists and miscellaneous construction aids.

I. Temporary elevator use.

J. Rodent and pest control.

1.02 REFERENCE STANDARDS

A. ASTM E84 - Standard Test Method for Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials;

2024.

B. ASTM E90 - Standard Test Method for Laboratory Measurement of Airborne Sound

Transmission Loss of Building Partitions and Elements; 2023.

1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Regulations: Comply with industry standards and applicable laws and regulations if authorities having jurisdiction, including but not limited to:

1. Building Code requirements.

2. Health and safety regulations.

3. Utility company regulations.

4. Police, Fire Department and Rescue Squad rules.

5. Environmental protection regulations.

6. Joint Commission - Hospital Accreditation Standards.

B. Standards: Comply with NFPA 241 "Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations, and Demolition Operations," ANSI A10 Series standards for "Safety Requirements for Construction and Demolition," and NECA Electrical Design Library "Temporary Electrical Facilities."

C. Electrical Service: Comply with NEMA, NECA, and UL standards and regulations for temporary electric service. Install service in compliance with NFPA 70 "National Electric Code."

1.04 TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

A. Provide, maintain, and pay for telecommunications services to field office at time of project mobilization.

B. Telecommunications services shall include:

1. Windows-based personal computer dedicated to project telecommunications, with necessary software and laser printer.

2. Telephone Land Lines: One line, minimum; one handset per line.

3. Internet Connections: Minimum of one; DSL modem or faster.

4. Email: Account/address reserved for project use.

5. Facsimile Service: Fax-to-email software on personal computer.

1.05 TEMPORARY SANITARY FACILITIES

A. Provide and maintain required facilities and enclosures. Provide at time of project mobilization.

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B. Temporary toilets: Comply with regulations and health codes for the type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities. Install where facilities will best serve the Project's needs.

1. Provide toilet tissue, paper towels, paper cups, and similar disposable materials for each facility. Provide covered waste containers for used material.

2. Toilets: Install self-contained toilet units. Shield toilets to ensure privacy.

C. Maintain daily in clean and sanitary condition.

D. Water: Provide potable water approved by local health authorities.

1.06 FENCING

A. Construction: Contractor's option.

B. Provide 6 foot (1.8 m) high fence around construction site; equip with vehicular and pedestrian gates with locks.

1.07 INTERIOR ENCLOSURES

A. Provide temporary partitions and ceilings as indicated to separate work areas from Owner-occupied areas, to prevent penetration of dust and moisture into Owner-occupied areas, and to prevent damage to existing materials and equipment.

B. Construction: Framing and gypsum board sheet materials with closed joints and sealed edges at intersections with existing surfaces:

1. STC rating of 35 in accordance with ASTM E90.

2. Maximum flame spread rating of 75 in accordance with ASTM E84.

C. Paint surfaces exposed to view from Owner-occupied areas.

1.08 VEHICULAR ACCESS AND PARKING

A. Comply with regulations relating to use of streets and sidewalks, access to emergency facilities, and access for emergency vehicles.

B. Coordinate access and haul routes with governing authorities and Owner.

C. Provide and maintain access to fire hydrants, free of obstructions.

D. Provide means of removing mud from vehicle wheels before entering streets.

E. Existing on-site roads may be used for construction traffic.

F. Provide temporary parking areas to accommodate construction personnel. When site space is not adequate, provide additional off-site parking.

1.09 WASTE REMOVAL

A. See Section 017419 - Construction Waste Management and Disposal, for additional requirements.

B. Provide waste removal facilities and services as required to maintain the site in clean and orderly condition.

C. Provide containers with lids. Remove trash from site periodically.

D. If materials to be recycled or re-used on the project must be stored on-site, provide suitable non-combustible containers; locate containers holding flammable material outside the structure unless otherwise approved by the authorities having jurisdiction.

E. Open free-fall chutes are not permitted. Terminate closed chutes into appropriate containers with lids.

1.10 PROJECT IDENTIFICATION

A. Provide project identification sign of design and construction indicated on drawings.

B. Erect on site at location indicated.

C. No other signs are allowed without Owner permission except…