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AXOLOTL CABIN RENOVATION

SPECIFICATION INDEX

General Requirements ...................................................................................... MT-Section 010000

Selective Demolition ........................................................................................... Section 024119

Cast-In-Place Concrete ...................................................................................... Section 033000

Rough Carpentry ................................................................................................. Section 061000

Sheathing ............................................................................................................. Section 061600

Finish Carpentry .................................................................................................. Section 062000

Joint Sealants ...................................................................................................... Section 079200

Flush Wood Doors .............................................................................................. Section 081416

Stile and Rail Wood Doors ................................................................................. Section 081433

Door Hardware .................................................................................................... Section 087100

Gypsum Board .................................................................................................... Section 092900

Tile Carpeting ..................................................................................................... Section 096813

Staining and Transparent Finishing .................................................................... Section 099300

Residential Appliances ........................................................................................ Section 113100

Residential Casework ......................................................................................... Section 123530

Plastic-Laminate-Clad Countertops .................................................................... Section 123623.13

Photovoltaic Collectors ....................................................................................... Section 263100

LED Lighting ...................................................................................................... Section 265119

SECTION MT - 010000 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Description of Work: Work includes renovation of a BLM Recreation Cabin, including architectural and electrical systems. In addition, a photovoltaic system is to be installed.

B. Project Location: Approximately 8 miles southeast of Virginia City, MT. Directions to site:

From Virginia City, Montana, travel east along state highway 287 for 3.3 miles. Turn right (south) onto BLM road 2523, Axolotl Lakes Road. Take Axolotl Lakes Road for 3.1 miles to Madison County Road 42, Old Stage Road. Turn left (east) on Old Stage Road, go 0.8 miles to the site. Alternate Route Directions to Site (May be impassible in wet weather): From Virginia City, Montana, take Madison County Road 42 (Old Stage Road) 5.6 miles to the site.

C. Stipulations for performance Time and Site Closure: Contractor to accomplish site work in 60 calendar days within the given performance time for Site Closure Dates. No variance will be allowed in the Site Closure Dates to accommodate public recreational use in the area.

1. All site work shall commence on Aug. 17th and be completed by Oct. 15th, 2015. A construction schedule and all submittals shall be submitted to the Contracting Officer at the Pre-Work Conference prior to any work beginning.

1.2 REFERENCES

A. Abbreviations and Acronyms for Standards and Regulations: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the standards and regulations in the following list.

ADAAG Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Architectural Barriers Act (ABA)

CFR Code of Federal Regulations

CRD Handbook for Concrete and Cement

FED-STD Federal Standard (See FS)

FS Federal Specification

FTMS Federal Test Method Standard (See FS)

ICC-ES ICC Evaluation Service, Inc.

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NES National Evaluation Service (See ICC-ES)

UFAS Uniform Federal Accessibility Standards

B. Industry Organizations: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list.

AASHTO American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

AATCC American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (The)

ACI ACI International (American Concrete Institute)

AEIC Association of Edison Illuminating Companies, Inc. (The)

AF&PA American Forest & Paper Association

AGA American Gas Association

AGC Associated General Contractors of America (The)

AHA American Hardboard Association (Now part of CPA)

AHAM Association of Home Appliance Manufacturers

AIA American Institute of Architects (The)

AISC American Institute of Steel Construction

AISI American Iron and Steel Institute

AITC American Institute of Timber Construction

ALCA Associated Landscape Contractors of America

ALSC American Lumber Standard Committee, Incorporated

ANSI American National Standards Institute

APA APA - The Engineered Wood Association

APA Architectural Precast Association

API American Petroleum Institute

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ARI Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Institute

ARMA Asphalt Roofing Manufacturers Association

ASCE American Society of Civil Engineers

ASHRAE American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers

ASME ASME International (The American Society of Mechanical Engineers International)

ASTM ASTM International (American Society for Testing and Materials International)

AWCI AWCI International (Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industries International)

AWCMA American Window Covering Manufacturers Association (Now WCSC)

AWI Architectural Woodwork Institute

AWPA American Wood-Preservers' Association

AWS American Welding Society

AWWA American Water Works Association

BHMA Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association

BISSC Baking Industry Sanitation Standards Committee

CCC Carpet Cushion Council

CDA Copper Development Association Inc.

CIMA Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association

CISCA Ceilings & Interior Systems Construction Association

CRI Carpet & Rug Institute (The)

CRSI Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute

CSA CSA International (Formerly: IAS - International Approval Services)

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CSI Construction Specifications Institute (The)

DHI Door and Hardware Institute

EIA Electronic Industries Alliance

EIMA EIFS Industry Members Association

EJCDC Engineers Joint Contract Documents Committee

EJMA Expansion Joint Manufacturers Association, Inc.

GA Gypsum Association

HPVA Hardwood Plywood & Veneer Association

ICEA Insulated Cable Engineers Association, Inc.

ICRI International Concrete Repair Institute, Inc.

IEC International Electrotechnical Commission

IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Inc. (The)

IESNA Illuminating Engineering Society of North America

IGCC Insulating Glass Certification Council

IGMA Insulating Glass Manufacturers Alliance (The)

ISO International Organization for Standardization

ISSFA International Solid Surface Fabricators Association

KCMA Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association

LMA Laminating Materials Association (Now part of CPA)

LPI Lightning Protection Institute

MBMA Metal Building Manufacturers Association

MFMA Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association

MFMA Metal Framing Manufacturers Association

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MH Material Handling (Now MHIA)

MHIA Material Handling Industry of America

NECA National Electrical Contractors Association

NeLMA Northeastern Lumber Manufacturers' Association

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

NETA InterNational Electrical Testing Association

NFPA NFPA

(National Fire Protection Association)

NHLA National Hardwood Lumber Association

NLGA National Lumber Grades Authority

NOFMA National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association

NRCA National Roofing Contractors Association

NRMCA National Ready Mixed Concrete Association

NSF NSF International (National Sanitation Foundation International)

NSSGA National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association

NTRMA National Tile Roofing Manufacturers Association (Now RTI)

NWWDA National Wood Window and Door Association (Now WDMA)

RFCI Resilient Floor Covering Institute

RIS Redwood Inspection Service

SAE SAE International

SEI Structural Engineering Institute

SPIB Southern Pine Inspection Bureau (The)

SPI/SPFD Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc. (The) Spray Polyurethane Foam Division (Now SPFA)

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SWRI Sealant, Waterproofing, & Restoration Institute

TRI Tile Roofing Institute (Formerly: RTI - Roof Tile Institute)

UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

USGBC U.S. Green Building Council

WI Woodwork Institute (Formerly WIC - Woodwork Institute of California)

WIC Woodwork Institute of California (Now WI)

WMMPA Wood Moulding & Millwork Producers Association

C. Code Agencies: Where abbreviations and acronyms are used in Specifications or other Contract Documents, they shall mean the recognized name of the entities in the following list.

BOCA BOCA International, Inc. (Now ICC)

CABO Council of American Building Officials (Now ICC)

IAPMO International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials

ICBO International Conference of Building Officials (Now ICC)

ICBO ES ICBO Evaluation Service, Inc. (Now ICC-ES)

ICC International Code Council (Formerly: CABO - Council of American Building Officials)

ICC-ES ICC Evaluation Service, Inc.

NES National Evaluation Service (Now ICC-ES)

SBCCI Southern Building Code Congress International, Inc. (Now ICC)

*Federal Specifications and catalogs may be obtained at Business Service Centers of Regional Offices of the General Services Administration. (Washington, DC; Boston, MA;

New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Kansas City, MO; Fort Worth, TX; Denver, CO; San Francisco, CA; and Auburn, WA.)

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1.3 DEFINITIONS

A. Approvals: Approval of the submittal is an indication that the Contractor's submittal has been reviewed and that there are no objections, except as noted. Approval of deviations shall apply only to those deviations or omissions from the requirements of the drawings and specifications brought to the Contracting Officer's attention in writing. After approval of an item, the Contractor may submit a substitute for approval when the approved item cannot be purchased or delivered in time to avoid delay in completion of the project.

1.4 SUBMITTAL

A. Scope: Submittals may include, but not necessarily limited to the following: design computations, shop drawings, manufacturers' literature, as-built drawings, samples, and maintenance manuals.

B. Requirements: Refer to specifications for submittal required. Allow at least 5 working days for review. Submittal shall be delivered to the Contracting Officer or his/her appointed representative.

C. Identification of Submittal: Completely identify each submittal by showing at least the following information:

1. Name and address of submitter, plus name and telephone number of the individual to contact for further information.

2. Name of project as it appears in these specifications.

3. Contract number, drawing number, and specification section number to which the submittal applies.

4. Whether this is an original submittal or re-submittal.

5. Each item shall clearly note the manufacturer's name and address, trade name, product, lot, style, color, catalog designation or model number, and locations of use.

D. Number of copies: Submit two copies of each submittal for approval.

E. Operations Manual: Contractor shall submit three (3) copies of a comprehensive operations manual for review at least 15 days before final inspection. Contractor is responsible for making any necessary changes and/or edits and resubmitting the manuals at the Government’s request.

1.5 CERTIFICATES OF CONFORMANCE

A. Requirements: The Contracting Officer may permit use, prior to sampling and testing of materials when accompanied by Certificates of Conformance. Materials used on the basis of a Certificate of Conformance may be sampled and tested. Installation of materials on the basis of

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Certificates of Conformance shall not relieve the Contractor of responsibility for incorporating materials conforming to the requirements of the drawings and specifications. Material not conforming to those requirements will be subject to rejection, whether in place or not.

B. Format: The form of the Certificate of Conformance provided by the supplier shall be as follows:

1. The certificate shall state that the named product conforms to the Contract requirements.

2. The certificate shall either be accompanied with a certified copy of the test results or certify that such test results are on file with the manufacturer and will be furnished to the Contracting Officer upon request.

3. The certificate shall provide the name and address of the manufacturer, the testing agency, and the date of tests.

4. The certificate shall set forth the means of identification permitting field determination of the product delivered as being the product covered by the certification.

C. Number of copies: Submit two copies of each submittal for approval.

1.6 USE OF PREMISES

A. Contractor shall have full use of the BLM premises for construction operations, including use of Project site, during construction period. Contractor's use of premises is limited only by Government right to perform work or to retain other contractors on portions of Project.

B. Schedule and sequence operations necessary to complete the work, including coordination with other crafts relative to the Contractor's requirements. Schedule Work in such manner as to avoid delays in overall construction and permit proper installation of work.

1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Codes and Standards: The work shall comply with codes and standards applicable to each type of work and as listed in the individual sections of these specifications. This Contract incorporates materials, applications, and tests by reference, with the same force and effect as when they were given in full text.

B. Conflict: Where a conflict occurs between reference documents and project specifications, the project specifications shall govern.

C. Measurements: Where approved manufacturer's diagrams and shop drawings give specific measurements or rough-in dimensions for equipment, these dimensions shall take precedence over dimensions indicated on the drawings.

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1.8 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

A. Delivery: Contractor shall protect work products from damage while in transit to the site.

Products must be delivered in original unopened containers with manufacturer's name and brand designation and contents legibly indicated. The containers shall bear the referenced specification number, type, and class as applicable.

B. Storage: Contractor shall provide temporary storage facilities on site for products complying with manufacturer's recommendations, which will protect them from damage until installation on the project and final acceptance. The storage area shall permit access for inspection and handling.

C. Handling: Contractor shall load and unload products in such a manner that protects them from damage until installation on the project.

1.9 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

A. Access to the Work: The work site may be accessed by State Highway, County and BLM roads.

The area under construction will be closed to the public during construction. Contractor to furnish all necessary permits and construction signage for moving equipment and materials to and from the project site.

B. Lodging: Contractor will be allowed to stay at Axolotl Cabin during the performance time of the Contract (Aug. 17th – Oct. 15th).

C. Environmental Considerations: The aesthetic values of the site and surrounding area are of prime importance. The Contractor shall take all care necessary to preserve all plant life and other natural features. Any surface damage shall be corrected by Contractor at his expense. Any damage to existing State, County or BLM roads used to transport materials to the project, shall also be corrected by Contractor at his expense.

D. Construction facilities:

1. Do not park vehicles or equipment or store materials on private property without written permission from the property owner.

E. Repair of Utilities: Contractor is responsible for any damage to utilities such as, but not necessarily limited to the following: water, electrical, phone, sewer, gas, and main power lines.

All damaged underground or overhead utilities will be the full responsibility of the Contractor and shall be repaired at Contractor’s expense.

1.10 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

A. Work Schedule: Submission of a work schedule is required at the Pre-Work Conference prior to any work being performed. When requested, the Contractor shall submit an updated schedule within 3 calendar days.

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B. Submittals and Certificates of Conformance: Submittals and Certificates of Conformance for all materials required shall be submitted at the Pre-Work Conference.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

(There are no applicable requirements.)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. Pre-Work Conference:

1. Notification: A Pre-Work Conference will be held prior to the start of work. The Contractor will be notified in advance of meeting time, date, and place. The purpose of the meeting will be to review required work, project drawings and specifications, construction schedules, payroll and payments, and administrative provisions of the Contract.

2. Attendance: Contractor, subcontractors, and the persons responsible for coordination of the work shall be present at the meeting.

3. Presentation: Contractor shall be prepared to summarize and explain procedures planned for the project and present the submittal requested in the specifications.

B. Progress Meetings:

1. Location: Meetings shall be held at the project site or as determined by Contracting Officer.

2. Notification: Meetings may be called by either the Contracting Officer or Contractor.

The request shall state who should attend.

C. Final Inspection:

1. Location: Meeting shall be held at the project site, or as determined by the Contracting Officer.

2. Notification: Contractor shall notify the Contracting Officer, in writing, at least 5 working days prior to the completion date so the Government can schedule final inspection.

3. Attendance: Contractor shall require the superintendent to be present during this inspection.

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3.2 CLEANUP

A. Waste Removal: Contractor shall keep the premises free from accumulation of waste materials or rubbish caused by his employees or work. At the completion of the work, Contractor shall remove all such materials from the work site. Any work performed by the Government to return the project site to its pre-construction state will be at the full cost of Contractor.

PART 4 - MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

A. Units: The work described in this section will not be measured for payment.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT:

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this section will be made.

Consideration for this section shall be included in the bid price for other items of the Contract.

END OF SECTION – MT – 010000

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SECTION 024119 - SELECTIVE DEMOLITION

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Items indicated to be removed and salvaged remain Owner's property. Carefully detach from existing construction, in a manner to prevent damage, and deliver to Owner ready for reuse.

Include fasteners or brackets needed for reattachment elsewhere.

B. Pre-demolition Photographs: Show existing conditions of adjoining construction and site improvements. Submit before Work begins.

C. It is not expected that hazardous materials will be encountered in the Work. If hazardous materials are encountered, do not disturb; immediately notify Owner. Hazardous materials will be removed by Owner under a separate contract.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PEFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with EPA regulations and with hauling and disposal regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

B. Standards: Comply with ANSI/ASSE A10.6 and NFPA 241.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 DEMOLITION

A. Maintain services/systems indicated to remain and protect them against damage during selective demolition operations. Before proceeding with demolition, provide temporary services/systems that bypass area of selective demolition and that maintain continuity of services/systems to other parts of the building.

B. Locate, identify, shut off, disconnect, and seal or cap off indicated utility services and mechanical/electrical systems serving areas to be selectively demolished.

C. Refrigerant: Remove refrigerant from mechanical equipment to be selectively demolished according to 40 CFR 82 and regulations of authorities having jurisdiction.

D. Provide temporary barricades and other protection required to prevent injury to people and damage to adjacent buildings and facilities to remain.

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E. Protect walls, ceilings, floors, and other existing finish work that are to remain. Erect and maintain dustproof partitions. Cover and protect furniture, furnishings, and equipment that have not been removed.

F. Provide and maintain shoring, bracing, and structural supports as required to preserve stability and prevent movement, settlement, or collapse of construction and finishes to remain, and to prevent unexpected or uncontrolled movement or collapse of construction being demolished.

G. Provide temporary weather protection to prevent water leakage and damage to structure and interior areas.

H. Requirements for Building Reuse:

1. Maintain existing building structure (including structural floor and roof decking) and envelope (exterior skin and framing, excluding window assemblies and nonstructural roofing material) not indicated to be demolished; do not demolish such existing construction beyond indicated limits.

2. Maintain existing interior nonstructural elements (interior walls, doors, floor coverings, and ceiling systems) not indicated to be demolished; do not demolish such existing construction beyond indicated limits.

I. Neatly cut openings and holes plumb, square, and true to dimensions required. Use cutting methods least likely to damage construction to remain or adjoining construction.

J. Remove demolition waste materials from Project site and legally dispose of them in an EPA-approved landfill. Do not burn demolished materials.

K. Clean adjacent structures and improvements of dust, dirt, and debris caused by selective demolition operations. Return adjacent areas to condition existing before selective demolition operations began.

PART 4: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

A. Units: All work described in this section will be measured and paid for on a lump sum basis.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT:

A. Payment: Prices and payment will be full compensation for the work described in this section.

Payment will be made under:

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Pay Item Pay Unit

024119(1) Demolition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lump Sum

END OF SECTION - 024119

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SECTION 033000 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Product Data concrete mix designs and submittals required by ACI 301.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PEFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

A. Comply with ACI 301, "Specification for Structural Concrete," and with ACI 117, "Specifications for Tolerances for Concrete Construction and Materials."

2.2 MATERIALS

A. Plain-Steel Welded Wire Reinforcement: ASTM A 185, as drawn, flat sheet.

B. Portland Cement: ASTM C 150, Type I or II.

C. Fly Ash: ASTM C 618, Class C or F.

D. Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag: ASTM C 989, Grade 100 or 120.

E. Silica Fume: ASTM C 1240, amorphous silica.

F. Joint-Filler Strips: ASTM D 1751, asphalt-saturated cellulosic fiber, or ASTM D 1752, cork or self-expanding cork.

2.3 CONCRETE MIXTURES

A. Prepare design mixtures, proportioned according to ACI 301.

B. Normal-Weight Concrete:

1. Minimum Compressive Strength: 3000 psi at 28 days.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONCRETING

A. Construct formwork according to ACI 301 and maintain tolerances and surface irregularities within ACI 347R limits of Class A, 1/8 inch for concrete exposed to view and Class C, 1/2 inch for other concrete surfaces.

B. Place vapor retarder on prepared subgrade, with joints lapped 6 inches and sealed.

C. Comply with CRSI's "Manual of Standard Practice" for fabricating, placing, and supporting reinforcement.

D. Install construction, isolation, and contraction joints where indicated. Install full-depth joint-filler strips at isolation joints.

E. Place concrete in a continuous operation and consolidate using mechanical vibrating equipment.

F. Protect concrete from physical damage, premature drying, and reduced strength due to hot or cold weather during mixing, placing, and curing.

G. Formed Surface Finish: Smooth-formed finish for concrete exposed to view, coated, or covered by waterproofing or other direct-applied material; rough-formed finish elsewhere.

H. Slab Finishes: Comply with ACI 302.1R for screeding, restraightening, and finishing operations for concrete surfaces. Do not wet concrete surfaces. Provide the following finishes:

1. Scratch finish for surfaces to receive mortar setting beds.

2. Float finish for surfaces to receive waterproofing, roofing, or other direct-applied material.

3. Troweled finish for floor surfaces and floors to receive floor coverings, paint, or other thin film-finish coatings.

4. Trowel and fine-broom finish for surfaces to receive thin-set tile.

5. Nonslip-broom finish to exterior concrete platforms, steps, and ramps.

I. Cure formed surfaces by moisture curing for at least seven days.

J. Begin curing concrete slabs after finishing.

K. Protect concrete from damage. Repair and patch defective areas.-

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033000(1) Cast-In-Place Concrete . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lump Sum

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SECTION 061000 - ROUGH CARPENTRY

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: ICC-ES evaluation reports for wood-preservative treated wood and engineered wood products.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 WOOD PRODUCTS, GENERAL

A. Certified Wood: Wood-based materials shall be certified as "FSC Pure" or "FSC Mixed Credit" according to FSC STD-01-001, "FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship," and to FSC STD-40-004, "FSC Standard for Chain of Custody Certification."

B. Lumber: Provide dressed lumber, S4S, marked with grade stamp of inspection agency.

C. Engineered Wood Products: Acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction and for which current model code research or evaluation reports exist that show compliance with building code in effect for Project.

1. Allowable Design Stresses: Engineered wood products shall have allowable design stresses, as published by manufacturer, that meet or exceed those indicated.

Manufacturer's published values shall be demonstrated by comprehensive testing.

2.2 TREATED MATERIALS

A. Preservative-Treated Materials: AWPA U1; Use Category UC2 for interior construction not in contact with the ground, Use Category UC3b for exterior construction not in contact with the ground, and Use Category UC4a for items in contact with the ground.

1. Use treatment containing no arsenic or chromium. Do not use inorganic boron (SBX) for sill plates.

2. Kiln-dry lumber after treatment to a maximum moisture content of 19 percent.

3. Mark lumber with treatment quality mark of an inspection agency approved by the ALSC

Board of Review.

B. Provide preservative-treated materials for items indicated on Drawings, and the following:

1. Wood cants, nailers, curbs, equipment support bases, blocking, stripping, and similar members in connection with roofing, flashing, vapor barriers, and waterproofing.

2. Wood sills, blocking, furring, stripping, and similar concealed members in contact with masonry or concrete.

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3. Wood framing members that are less than 18 inches above the ground.

4. Wood floor plates that are installed over concrete slabs-on-grade.

2.3 FRAMING

A. Certified Wood: Wood framing shall be certified as "FSC Pure" or "FSC Mixed Credit" according to FSC STD-01-001, "FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship," and to FSC STD-40-004, "FSC Standard for Chain of Custody Certification."

B. Dimension Lumber:

1. Maximum Moisture Content: 15 percent for 2-inch nominal thickness or less, 19 percent for more than 2-inch nominal thickness.

2. Non-Load-Bearing Interior Partitions: Construction or No. 2: Any species.

3. Framing Other Than Non-Load-Bearing Interior Partitions: Construction or No. 2: Any

Species.

4. Exposed Framing: Provide material hand-selected for uniformity of appearance and freedom from characteristics, on exposed surfaces and edges, that would impair finish appearance, including decay, honeycomb, knot-holes, shake, splits, torn grain, and wane.

a. Species: As specified for framing other than non-load-bearing interior partitions.

b. Grade: No. 2.

2.4 MISCELLANEOUS LUMBER

A. Miscellaneous Dimension Lumber: Construction, or No. 2 grade with 19 percent maximum moisture content of any species. Provide for nailers, blocking, and similar members.

B. Utility Shelving: Eastern white, Idaho white, lodgepole, ponderosa, or sugar pine, Premium or 2 Common (Sterling): NeLMA, NLGA, WCLIB, or WWPA; with 19 percent maximum moisture content.

2.5 MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS

A. Fasteners: Size and type indicated. Where rough carpentry is exposed to weather, in ground contact, or in area of high relative humidity, provide fasteners with hot-dip zinc coating complying with ASTM A 153/A 153M.

1. Power-Driven Fasteners: CABO NER-272.

2. Bolts: Steel bolts complying with ASTM A 307, Grade A; with ASTM A 563 hex nuts and, where indicated, flat washers.

B. Sill Sealer: Closed-cell neoprene foam, 1/4 inch thick.

C. Flexible Flashing: Self-adhesive product consisting of a butyl rubber or rubberized-asphalt compound, bonded to a backing sheet to produce an overall thickness of not less than 0.025 inch.

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3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Set rough carpentry to required levels and lines, with members plumb, true to line, cut, and fitted. Locate nailers, blocking, and similar supports to comply with requirements for attaching other construction.

B. Framing Standard: Comply with AF&PA's WCD 1, "Details for Conventional Wood Frame Construction," unless otherwise indicated.

C. Do not splice structural members between supports unless otherwise indicated.

D. Securely attach rough carpentry to substrates, complying with the following:

1. CABO NER-272 for power-driven fasteners.

2. Table R602.3(1), "Fastener Schedule for Structural Members," and Table R602.3(2), "Alternate Attachments," in ICC's International Residential Code for One- and Two- Family Dwellings.

061000(1) Rough Carpentry. . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lump Sum

END OF SECTION - 061000

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SECTION 061600 - SHEATHING

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: ICC-ES evaluation reports for acoustic foam-plastic sheathing.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 WALL SHEATHING

A. Insulating Foam Wall Sheathing:[One of the following:]

1. Extruded-Polystyrene-Foam Wall Sheathing: ASTM C 578, Type IV.

2. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following, or approved equal:

a. DiversiFoam Products.

b. Dow Chemical Company (The).

c. Kingspan Insulation.

2.2 MISCELLANEOUS PRODUCTS

A. Fasteners: Size and type indicated.

1. For wall sheathing, provide fasteners with hot-dip zinc coating complying with

ASTM A 153/A 153M.

2. Power-Driven Fasteners: CABO NER-272.

B. Sheathing Joint-and-Penetration Treatment Materials:

1. Sheathing Tape for Foam-Plastic Sheathing: Pressure-sensitive plastic tape recommended by sheathing manufacturer for sealing joints and penetrations in sheathing.

C. Adhesives for Field Gluing Panels to Framing: APA AFG-01.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

A. Securely attach to substrates, complying with the following:

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1. CABO NER-272 for power-driven fasteners.

2. Table R602.3(1), "Fastener Schedule for Structural Members," and Table R602.3(2), "Alternate Attachments," in ICC's International Residential Code for One- and Two- Family Dwellings.

B. Fastening Methods:

1. Wall Sheathing:

a. Nail or staple to wood framing.

A. Units: The work described in this section will not be measured for payment.

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this section will be made. Contrac-tor shall include consideration for this item in the bid price for other scheduled items of the

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SECTION 062000 - FINISH CARPENTRY

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Samples for moldings and trim.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL

A. Lumber: DOC PS 20 and grading rules of inspection agencies certified by American Lumber Standards Committee Board of Review.

B. Certified Wood: Wood-based materials produced from tropical forests shall be certified as "FSC Pure" or "FSC Mixed Credit" according to FSC STD-01-001, "FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship," and to FSC STD-40-004, "FSC Standard for Chain of Custody Certification."

2.2 EXTERIOR FINISH CARPENTRY

A. Exterior Lumber Trim: Saw-textured, Grade B, western red cedar.

1. Maximum Moisture Content: 19 percent.

B. Wood Moldings: WMMPA WM 4, N-grade wood moldings. Made from kiln-dried stock to patterns included in WMMPA WM 12.

1. Species: Western red cedar.

2.3 INTERIOR STANDING AND RUNNING TRIM

A. Interior Softwood Lumber Trim: Finish or 1 Common (Colonial) eastern white, Idaho white, lodgepole, ponderosa, or sugar pine.

1. Maximum Moisture Content: 19 percent.

B. Wood Cladding: 1x6 Knotty Pine T&G boards, installed horizontally.

C. Wood Moldings: WMMPA WM 4 made to patterns in WMMPA WM 12 from kiln-dried stock.

1. Softwood Moldings for Transparent Finish: Eastern white, Idaho white, lodgepole, ponderosa, radiata, or sugar pine.

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2. Base: WM 713, ranch base.

3. Shoe Mold: WM 126, 1/2-by-3/4-inch quarter-round shoe.

4. Casing: WM 327, clamshell casing.

5. Stop: WM 856, ranch stop.

2.4 SHELVING AND CLOTHES RODS

A. Shelving: 3/4-inch finish boards as specified for interior softwood lumber trim.

B. Clothes Rods: 1-1/2-inch-diameter, clear, kiln-dried hardwood.

C. Shelf Brackets with Rod Support: BHMA A156.16, B04051; prime-painted formed steel.

2.5 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Fasteners for Exterior Finish Carpentry: Stainless-steel.

B. Glue: Aliphatic-resin, polyurethane, or resorcinol wood glue recommended by manufacturer.

1. Wood glue shall have a VOC content of 30 g/L or less.

2. Use waterproof resorcinol glue for exterior applications.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Condition interior finish carpentry in installation areas for 24 hours before installing.

B. Install finish carpentry level, plumb, true, and aligned with adjacent materials. Scribe and cut to fit adjoining work. Refinish and seal cuts.

1. Install to tolerance of 1/8 inch in 96 inches for level and plumb. Install adjoining exterior finish carpentry with 1/32-inch maximum offset for flush installation and 1/16-inch maximum offset for reveal installation.

C. Install standing and running trim and wood cladding with minimum number of joints practical, using full-length pieces from maximum lengths of lumber available. Do not use pieces less than 24 inches long except where necessary. Stagger joints in adjacent and related trim. Cope at returns and inside corners and miter at outside corners.

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SECTION 079200 - JOINT SEALANTS

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Product Data and color Samples.

B. Environmental Limitations: Do not proceed with installation of joint sealants when ambient and substrate temperature conditions are outside limits permitted by joint-sealant manufacturer or are below 40 deg F.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 JOINT SEALANTS

A. Low-Emitting Materials: Sealants shall comply with the following limits for VOC content:

1. Architectural Sealants: 250 g/L.

2. Nonmembrane Roof Sealants: 300 g/L.

3. Single-Ply Roof Membrane Sealants: 450 g/L.

4. Other Sealants: 420 g/L.

5. Sealant Primers for Nonporous Substrates: 250 g/L.

6. Sealant Primers for Porous Substrates: 775 g/L.

7. Modified Bituminous Sealant Primers: 500 g/L.

8. Other Sealant Primers: 750 g/L.

B. Low-Emitting Materials:

1. Exterior reactive sealants shall have a VOC content of not more than 50 g/L or 4 percent by weight, whichever is greater.

2. Other exterior caulks and sealants shall have a VOC content of not more than 30 g/L or 2 percent by weight, whichever is greater.

3. Interior sealants shall comply with the testing and product requirements of the California Department of Health Services' "Standard Practice for the Testing of Volatile Organic Emissions from Various Sources Using Small-Scale Environmental Chambers."

C. Compatibility: Provide joint sealants, joint fillers, and other related materials that are compatible with one another and with joint substrates under service and application conditions.

D. Sealant for General Exterior Use Where Another Type Is Not Specified, One of the Following:

1. Single-component, neutral-curing silicone sealant, ASTM C 920, Type S; Grade NS;

Class 25; for Use NT.

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a. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1) Dow Corning Corporation.

2) GE Construction Sealants; Momentive Performance Materials Inc.

2. Single-component, nonsag urethane sealant, ASTM C 920, Type S; Grade NS; Class 25;

and for Use NT.

a. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1) BASF Corporation; Construction Systems.

2) Bostik, Inc.

3) ER Systems; an ITW Company.

4) Pecora Corporation.

5) Polymeric Systems, Inc.

6) Schnee-Morehead, Inc., an ITW company.

7) Sherwin-Williams Company (The).

8) Sika Corporation.

E. Sealant for Use in Interior Joints in Ceramic Tile and Other Hard Surfaces in Kitchens and Toilet Rooms and around Plumbing Fixtures:

1. Single-component, mildew-resistant silicone sealant, ASTM C 920, Type S; Grade NS;

Class 25; for Use NT; formulated with fungicide.

a. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1) Dow Corning Corporation.

2) GE Construction Sealants; Momentive Performance Materials Inc.

3) May National Associates, Inc.; a subsidiary of Sika Corporation.

4) Soudal USA.

F. Sealant for Interior Use at Perimeters of Door and Window Frames:

1. Acrylic latex or siliconized acrylic latex, ASTM C 834, Type OP, Grade NF.

a. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

1) BASF Corporation; Construction Systems.

2) May National Associates, Inc.; a subsidiary of Sika Corporation.

3) Pecora Corporation.

4) Sherwin-Williams Company (The).

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2.2 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS

A. Provide sealant backings of materials that are nonstaining; are compatible with joint substrates, sealants, primers, and other joint fillers; and are approved for applications indicated by sealant manufacturer based on field experience and laboratory testing.

B. Cylindrical Sealant Backings: ASTM C 1330, of size and density to control sealant depth and otherwise contribute to producing optimum sealant performance.

C. Bond-Breaker Tape: Polyethylene tape or other plastic tape recommended by sealant manufacturer for preventing sealant from adhering to rigid, inflexible joint-filler materials or joint surfaces at back of joint. Provide self-adhesive tape where applicable.

D. Primer: Material recommended by joint-sealant manufacturer where required for adhesion of sealant to joint substrates indicated, as determined from preconstruction joint-sealant-substrate tests and field tests.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Comply with ASTM C 1193.

B. Install sealant backings to support sealants during application and to produce cross-sectional shapes and depths of installed sealants that allow optimum sealant movement capability.

C. Install bond-breaker tape behind sealants where sealant backings are not used between sealants and backs of joints.

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SECTION 081416 - FLUSH WOOD DOORS

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Product Data.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

A. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following, or approved equal:

1. Algoma Hardwoods, Inc.

2. General Veneer Manufacturing Co.

3. Graham Wood Doors; ASSA ABLOY Group company.

4. Marshfield DoorSystems, Inc.

5. Mohawk Flush Doors, Inc.

6. Oregon Door.

2.2 DOOR CONSTRUCTION, GENERAL

A. Quality Standard: WDMA I.S.1-A.

B. Certified Wood: Wood doors shall be certified as "FSC Pure" or "FSC Mixed Credit" according to FSC STD-01-001, "FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship," and to FSC STD- 40-004, "FSC Standard for Chain of Custody Certification."

C. Low-Emitting Materials: Provide doors made with adhesives and composite wood products that do not contain urea formaldehyde.

D. WDMA I.S.1-A Performance Grade:

1. Heavy duty unless otherwise indicated.

2.3 FLUSH WOOD DOORS

A. Veneer-Faced Doors for Transparent Finish:

1. Exterior Solid-Core Doors: Premium grade.

a. Faces: Grade A plain-sliced red oak.

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2.4 FABRICATION AND FINISHING

A. Factory-fit doors to suit frame-opening sizes indicated and to comply with clearances specified.

B. Factory-machine doors for hardware that is not surface applied. Locate hardware to comply with DHI-WDHS-3.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Install doors to comply with manufacturer's written instructions and WDMA I.S.1-A, and as indicated.

B. Align and fit doors in frames with uniform clearances and bevels.

C. Clearances: As follows unless otherwise indicated:

1. 1/8 inch at heads, jambs, and between pairs of doors.

2. 1/8 inch from bottom of door to top of decorative floor finish or covering.

3. 1/4 inch from bottom of door to top of threshold.

081416(1) Flush Wood Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lump Sum

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SECTION 081433 - STILE AND RAIL WOOD DOORS

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Product Data.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 STILE AND RAIL DOORS

A. Certified Wood: Wood doors shall be certified as "FSC Pure" or "FSC Mixed Credit" according to FSC STD-01-001, "FSC Principles and Criteria for Forest Stewardship," and to FSC STD- 40-004, "FSC Standard for Chain of Custody Certification."

B. Exterior Doors: Stock or Custom doors complying with WDMA I.S.6, Premium or Select grade assembled with wet-use adhesives and made from Knotty Pine with (6) raised panels.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following, or approved equal:

a. Jeld-Wen, Inc.

b. Karona, Inc.

c. Simpson Door Company.

d. Steve’s Doors.

C. Interior Doors: Stock or Custom doors complying with WDMA I.S.6, Premium or Select grade made from Knotty Pine with (6) raised panels.

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following, or approved equal:

a. Jeld-Wen, Inc.

b. Karona, Inc.

c. Masonite

d. Simpson Door Company.

e. Steve’s Doors.

2.2 FABRICATION AND FINISHING

A. Site-fit door slabs to suit existing frame-opening sizes and to comply with referenced quality standard.

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1. Provide 1/8-inch clearance at jambs, heads, and meeting stiles and 1/4 inch at bottom. At thresholds, provide 3/8-inch clearance.

B. Machine doors for hardware that is not surface applied.

C. Site-finish wood doors with two-coat conversion varnish finish in color selected.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. Align and fit doors in frames with uniform clearances and bevels indicated above. Machine doors for hardware. Seal cut surfaces after fitting and machining.

B. Align factory-fitted or pre-hung doors in frames for uniform clearances.

A. Units: All Stile and Rail Exterior Doors described in this section will be measured and paid for on a lump sum basis.

B. Units: All Stile and Rail Interior Doors described in this section will be measured and paid for on a lump sum basis.

081433(1) Stile and Rail Exterior Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lump Sum 081433(2) Stile and Rail Interior Doors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lump Sum

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SECTION 087100 - DOOR HARDWARE

1.1 SECTION REQUIREMENTS

A. Submittals: Hardware schedule and keying schedule.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 HARDWARE

A. Hinges:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following:

a. Baldwin Hardware Corporation.

b. Bommer Industries, Inc.

c. Cal-Royal Products, Inc.

d. Hager Companies.

e. Ives; an Allegion brand.

f. Lawrence Hardware Inc.

g. McKinney Products Company; an ASSA ABLOY Group company.

h. PBB, Inc.

2. Brass/bronze hinges with stainless-steel pins for exterior.

3. Nonremovable hinge pins for exterior and public interior exposure.

4. Ball-bearing hinges for doors with closers and entry doors.

5. Three hinges for 1-3/8-inch-thick wood doors.

6. Three hinges for 1-3/4-inch-thick doors 90 inches or less in height.

B. Locksets and Latchsets:

1. Manufacturers: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products by one of the following, or approved equal:

a. Best Access Systems; Stanley Security Solutions, Inc.

b. Cal-Royal Products, Inc.

c. Corbin Russwin, Inc.; an ASSA ABLOY Group company.

d. Medeco Security Locks; an ASSA ABLOY Group company.

e. SARGENT Manufacturing Company; ASSA ABLOY.

f. Schlage; an Allegion brand.

g. Weiser Lock Corp.

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2. BHMA A156.2, Series 4000, Grade 3 for bored locks and latches.

3. Knobs on locksets and latchsets,.

C. Key locks to Owner's existing master-key system.

1. Provide Best Lock cylinders, or cylinder approved by Contracting Officer.

2. Provide construction keying.

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