MES Morris Specifications for Bid 07-29-2026.pdf

MORRIS HOUSING AUTHORITY

PHASE 2 / EAST STREET HOUSING

103 EAST STREET

MORRIS, CT 06063

JULY 1, 2026

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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 00 01 00

DIVISION 01 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 10 00 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

01 31 00 - PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION

01 32 33 - PHOTO DOCUMENTATION

01 33 00 - SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES

01 50 00 - TEMP FACILITIES & CONTROLS

01 71 00 - CLEANING

01 73 10 - CUTTING AND PATCHING

01 74 16 - SITE MAINTENANCE

01 78 39 - RECORD DOCUMENTS

DIVISION 02 - EXISTING CONDITIONS – NOT USED

DIVISION 03 – CONCRETE –

03 30 00 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE

DIVISION 04 – MASONRY – NOT USED

DIVISION 05 – METALS – NOT USED

DIVISION 6 – WOOD, PLASTICS, AND COMPOSITES

06 10 00 - ROUGH CARPENTRY

06 40 23 - INTERIOR ARCHITECTURAL WOODWORK

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DIVISION 7 – THERMAL AND MOSITURE PROTECTION

07 31 13 - ASPHALT SHINGLES

07 46 33 - PLASTIC SIDING

07 60 20 - FLASHING AND TRIM

07 90 00 - JOINT SEALANTS

DIVISION 8 - OPENINGS

08 14 33 - STILE & RAIL WOOD DOORS

08 35 13 - PANEL FOLDING DOORS

08 53 13 - VINYL WINDOWS

08 71 00 - DOOR HARDWARE

DIVISION 9 – FINISHES

09 29 00 - GYPSUM BOARD

09 65 13 - RESILIENT BASE AND ACCESSORIES

09 65 19 - RESILIENT TILE FLOORING

09 91 13 - EXTERIOR PAINTING

09 91 23 - INTERIOR PAINTING

DIVISION 10 – SPECIALITIES

10 14 53 - TRAFFIC SIGNAGE

10 28 00 - TOILET AND BATH AND LAUNDRY ACCESSORIES

10 28 19 -TUB AND SHOWER ENCLOSURES

DIVISION 11 - EQUIPMENT

11 30 13 - RESIDENTIAL KITCHEN APPLIANCES

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DIVISION 12 – FURNISHINGS

12 21 13 - HORIZONTAL LOUVER BLINDS

12 32 13 - MANUFACTURED WOOD CASEWORK

12 36 31 - SIMULATED STONE COUNTERTOPS

DIVISION 13 – SPECIAL CONSTRUCTION – NOT USED

DIVISION 14 – CONVEYING EQUIPMENT – NOT USED

DIVISION 21 – FIRE SUPPRESSION – NOT USED

DIVISION 22 – PLUMBING

22 10 00 -PLUMBING SYSTEMS

22 33 00 -DOMESTIC WATER HEATERS

22 40 00 -PLUMBING FIXTURES AND TRIM

DIVISION 23 - HVAC

23 05 00 -COMMON WORK RESULTS FOR HVAC

23 07 00 -INSULATION

23 23 00 -REFRIGERANT PIPING

23 31 13 -DUCTWORK AND ACCESSORIES

23 34 00 -FANS

23 60 00 -REFRIGERANT EQUIPMENT

23 73 00 -MODULAR INDOOR CENTRAL-STATION AIR-HANDLING UNITS

DIVISION 25 – INTEGRATED AUTOMATION – NOT USED

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DIVISION 26 - ELECTRICAL

26 05 00 -BASIC METHODS AND REQUIREMENTS

26 05 13 -MOTORS

26 05 19 -CABLES, LOW VOLTAGE

26 05 26 -GROUNDING

26 05 33 -CONDUITS

26 27 26 -WIRING DEVICES

26 28 16 -DISCONNECT SWITCHES (MOTORS & CIRCUITS)

26 32 13 -ENGINE GENERATORS

26 36 33 -AUTOMATIC TRANSFER SWITCHES

26 50 00 -BUILDING LIGHTING(INTERIOR)

DIVISION 28 – ELECTRONIC SAFETY AND SECURITY

28 31 00 -FIRE ALARM

DIVISION 31 –

DIVISION 32 – EXTERIOR IMPROVEMENTS

32 01 30 - OPERATION AND MANITENANCE OF SITE IMPROVEMENTS

32 12 16 - ASPHALT PAVING

32 13 13 - CONCRETE PAVING

32 17 23 - PAVEMENT MARKINGS

32 16 00 - CURBS, GUTTERS, SIDEWALKS AND DRIVEWAYS

32 17 13 - PARKING BUMPERS

32 17 23 - PAVEMENT MARKINGS

32 90 00 - PLANTING

32 91 10 - PLANTING PREPARATION

32 92 10 - SEEDING

32 93 20 - PLANTS

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DIVISION 33

33 10 00

33 21 00

33 30 00

33 40 00

33 70 00

33 80 00

- WATER UTILITIES

- WELL SUPPLY PUMPS

- SANITARY SEWER UTILITIES

- STORM DRAINAGE UTILITIES

- ELECTRICAL UTILITIES

- COMMUNICATIONS UTILITIES

DIVISIONS 34 TO 48 – NOT USED

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS SECTION 01 10 00

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. The Housing Authority will award a Construction Contract for the Project to complete all work as indicated and specified. The Contractor agrees to accept the site and infrastructure work as they exist and to remove any encumbrances which interfere with the proper fulfillment of the Work without change in the Contract Sum.

The Contractor shall cooperate with other contractors for any separate contracts related to this scope of work.

1.2 PROJECT INFORMATION

A. Project Objectives It is the intent of the Owner to implement the scope of work documented herein.

Certain infrastructure work will have been completed and/or ongoing at time of bid, so the Contractor shall accept the work completed and cooperate with any ongoing activities. The Contractor shall complete the construction in the shortest period of time and shall plan the work, obtain materials, and execute the construction in the most expeditious manner possible in accordance with the requirements listed below. Housekeeping procedures shall be maintained on a daily basis to minimize dust and construction debris throughout the building site. All construction workers on the site must wear visible identification on their person at all times; maintain an alcohol, drug and smoke free environment, and refrain from objectionable or obnoxious language or behavior. Violators will be discharged from the project site.

1.3 SCHEDULE

A. All work shall be conducted in accordance with the Contractor/Owner agreed upon schedule in business calendar days, or with the Owner's prior consent. All construction must be completed, including Certificate(s) of Occupancy and/or Completion, to permit the Owner's unlimited use by the date to be established based on a Contractor/Owner agreed upon schedule or before.

B. All costs required by the Contractor to perform the work that is required to comply with the agreed completion date on the construction schedule are to be included in the Contractor's base bid, including taxes, fees and permits. Additional Contractor costs related to the use of overtime or additional personnel necessary to complete the work within the stated completion time will not be considered after award of Contract.

C. Location of trailers, storage areas, parking areas, and staging areas shall be coordinated with the Owner and the Architect. It will be the responsibility of the Contractor to carefully interface all construction operations until they reach their final completion. and a smooth flow of all operations by all involved trades will be achieved within the allotted time. Immediately upon the receipt of a contract for construction, the Contractor shall organize the Work, prepare a detailed

103 East Street 01 10 00 -2 General Requirements Morris, CT 06763 construction schedule, provide all required submittals in accordance with the Shop Drawings, Product Data and Sample Schedule so that all materials that are subject to approval may be ordered, and shall expedite long-lead items. If requested by the Owner or Architect, the Contractor shall provide proof of orders and delivery dates. If it appears that some of the Work cannot be completed by the scheduled dates, the Contractor shall increase the work force or increase the hours of work, at no additional cost to the Owner. If the Contractor fails to staff the job adequately to meet the completion date, the Owner reserves the right to assume possession of the material and complete the installation with the owner's forces or other contractors or to require the Contractor to work additional shifts as necessary. If the Work is complete, but the area is not cleaned and debris or equipment is not removed, the Owner shall have the right to have the area prepared for occupancy with his own or other forces and deduct the costs from the contract amount.

1.4 CONTRACT

A. The Owner will award a Lump Sum Contract for the Project to complete all work as indicated on the drawings and specified.

B. The General Contractor agrees to accept the site as it exists and to remove any encumbrances which interfere with the proper fulfillment of the Work without change in the Contract Sum.

C. In the case of an inconsistency between Drawings and Specifications, or within either Document not clarified by addendum, the better quality or greater quantity of Work shall be provided in accordance with the Architect's interpretation.

D. In the case of inconsistencies between Drawings where quality and quantity are not in conflict, the Scope of work indicated by the larger-scaled drawing shall take precedence over conflicting information shown in a smaller scaled drawing.

1.5 SAFETY

A. Reference Standards: Comply with applicable requirements of the following standards and codes. Where these standards conflict with other specified requirements, the most restrictive requirement shall govern.

All State and local Codes and Regulations regarding safety.

1. Part 1910 - Occupational Safety and health Administration (OSHA) Standard.

2. Part 1926 - OSHA Safety and Health Regulations for Construction.

B. No debris shall be left, placed, or stored in the building. All debris shall be cleaned out of the building at the end of each working day. All combustible materials shall be stored outside the building.

1.5 PRE-BID SITE VISIT

A. Prlor to submitting bid, contractor to visit the site of the proposed work and become Fully informed as to the conditions under which the work is to be done.

Contractor to compare existing conditions with drawings and specifications and

103 East Street 01 10 00 -3 General Requirements Morris, CT 06763 satisfy himself of All conditions prior to the submission of a bid. Failure to do so is not considered sufficient justification to request or obtain extra compensation over and above the contract price.

B. The contractor shall verify measurements of his own, and others, at the site, and shall be responsible for correctness of same as related to his work.

1.6 PERMITS, FEES, AND INSPECTIONS

A. The contractor shall give all necessary notices, obtain all permits, and shall include in his bid the cost of the required government and state sales applicable fees. The contractor shall file all drawings, complete all documents, and obtain all necessary approvals from the proper authority or agency having jurisdiction, obtain all required certificates of inspection covering his work. The contractor shall see that all required inspections and tests are made and shall cooperate to make these tests as thorough and as readily made as possible.

1.7 MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP

A. Provide new material, equipment, and apparatus under thls contract unless otherwise stated herein, of the best quality normally used for the purpose in good commercial practice. And free from defects. Model numbers listed in the specifications or shown on the drawings are not necessarily intended to designate the required trim, written descriptions of the trlm govern model numbers.

B. Work performed under this contract shall result in a neat and "workmanlike" appearance when completed, to the satisfaction of the ARCHITECT and OWNER. Workmanship shall be the finest possible by experienced mechanics.

installations shall comply wlth applicable codes and laws.

1.8 COORDINATION

A. Coordinate work with other trades and with other site contractors so that the various components of the systems will be installed at the proper time, will fit the available space and will allow proper service access to those items requiring maintenance. Components which are installed without regard to the above shall be relocated at no additional cost to the owner.

1.9 MAINTENANCE OF EXISTING FACILITIES AND CONDUCT OF WORK

A. No work shall be left incomplete, nor any hazardous situations created which will affect the life or safety of the public.

B. Provide, erect, maintain and be responsible for the safe and legal use of scaffolding or additional bracing and services that may be required for the delivery or erection of the equipment and construction materials provided or installed under this contract; determine the specific arrangements for furnishing and use of such.

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C. When necessary to temporarily disconnect any adjacent building utilities and service systems, confer with the Owner and arrange the period of interruption for a mutually agreed upon time.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NONE

PART 3 EXECUTION - NONE

END OF SECTION

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PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND COORDINATION SECTION 01 31 00

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes administrative provisions for coordinating construction operations on Project including, but not limited to, the following:

1. General coordination procedures.

2. Administrative and supervisory personnel.

3. Project meetings.

4. Requests for Information (RFIs).

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. RFI: Request from Contractor seeking interpretation or clarification of the Contract Documents.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Subcontract List: Prepare a written summary identifying individuals or firms proposed for each portion of the Work, including those who are to furnish products or equipment fabricated to a special design. Include the following information in tabular form:

1. Name, address, and telephone number of entity performing subcontract or supplying products.

2. Number and title of related Specification Section(s) covered by subcontract.

3. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate, covered by subcontract.

1.4 GENERAL COORDINATION PROCEDURES

A. Coordination: Coordinate construction operations included in different Sections of the Specifications to ensure efficient and orderly installation of each part of the Work.

Coordinate construction operations, included in different Sections that depend on each other for proper installation, connection, and operation.

1. Schedule construction operations in 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 with other contractors to ensure maximum accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair.

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

4. Where availability of space is limited, coordinate installation of different components to ensure maximum performance and accessibility for required maintenance, service, and repair of all components, including mechanical and electrical.

5. No claim for additional compensation or extension of Contract Time will be permitted for conditions resulting from lack of coordination.

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

1. Preparation of Contractor's Construction Schedule.

2. Preparation of the Schedule of Values.

3. Installation and removal of temporary facilities and controls.

4. Delivery and processing of submittals.

5. Preinstallation conferences.

6. Progress meetings.

7. Startup and adjustment of systems.

8. Project closeout activities.

1.5 PROJECT MEETINGS

A. General: Schedule and conduct meetings and conferences at Project site, unless otherwise indicated.

1. Attendees: Inform participants and others involved, and individuals whose presence is required, of the date and time of each meeting. Notify OWNER, OWNER’s Representative, and ARCHITECT of scheduled meeting dates and times.

2. Agenda: Prepare the meeting agenda and distribute the agenda to all invited attendees.

3. Minutes: Record significant discussions and agreements achieved and distribute the meeting minutes to everyone concerned, including OWNER, OWNER’s Representative and ARCHITECT, within three days of the meeting.

B. Preconstruction Conference: Arrange for attendance of subcontractors at Preconstruction Conference convened by ARCHITECT, together with any other persons necessary for full review of scheduling and coordination matters for the Project.

1. Attendees: Authorized representatives of OWNER, OWNER’s Representative, ARCHITECT, and their consultants; Contractor and its superintendent; major subcontractors; suppliers; and other concerned parties shall attend the conference.

All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Include the following:

a. Construction schedule.

b. Phasing.

c. Critical work sequencing and long-lead items.

d. Procedures for processing field decisions and Change Orders.

e. Procedures for RFIs.

f. Procedures for testing and inspecting.

g. Procedures for processing Applications for Payment.

h. Submittal procedures.

i. Use of the premises.

j. Work restrictions.

k. Responsibility for temporary facilities and controls.

l. Parking availability.

m. Office, work, and storage areas.

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n. Equipment deliveries and priorities.

o. First aid.

p. Security.

q. Progress cleaning.

r. Working hours.

C. Progress Meetings: Schedule weekly progress meetings. Dates of meetings may coincide with preparation of payment requests.

1. Attendees: In addition to representatives of OWNER, OWNER’s Representative, and ARCHITECT, each contractor, subcontractor, supplier, and other entity concerned with current progress or involved in planning, coordination, or performance of future activities shall be represented at these meetings. All participants at the conference shall be familiar with Project and authorized to conclude matters relating to the Work.

2. Agenda: Review minutes of previous progress meeting. Review other items of significance that could affect progress.

a. Contractor's Construction Schedule: Review progress since the last meeting. Determine whether each activity is on time, ahead of schedule, or behind schedule, in relation to Contractor's Construction Schedule.

Determine how the construction behind schedule, will be expedited; secure commitments from parties involved to do so. Discuss whether schedule revisions are required to ensure that current and subsequent activities will be completed within the Contract Time.

1) Review schedule for next period.

b. Review present and future needs of each entity present, including the following:

1) Interface requirements.

2) Sequence of operations.

3) Deliveries.

4) Access.

5) Temporary facilities and controls.

6) Work hours.

7) Progress cleaning.

8) RFIs.

9) Status of proposal requests.

10) Pending changes.

11) Status of Change Orders.

1.6 REQUESTS FOR INFORMATION (RFIs)

A. 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, to the ARCHITECT, in the form specified.

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

2. Coordinate and submit RFIs in a prompt manner so as to avoid delays in

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Contractor's work or work of subcontractors.

B. Content of the RFI: Include a detailed, legible description of item needing interpretation and the following:

1. Project name.

2. Date.

3. Name of Contractor.

4. Name of ARCHITECT.

5. RFI number, numbered sequentially.

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

7. Drawing number and detail references, as appropriate.

8. Field dimensions and conditions, as appropriate.

9. 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.

10. Contractor's signature.

11. Attachments: Include drawings, descriptions, measurements, photos, Product

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

C. ARCHITECT's Action: ARCHITECT will review each RFI, determine action required, and return it. Allow five working days for ARCHITECT's response for each RFI. RFIs received after 1:00 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.

D. 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 five days if Contractor disagrees with response.

E. RFI Log: Prepare, maintain, and submit a tabular log of RFIs organized by the RFI number. Submit log biweekly. Include the following:

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.

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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.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION (Not Used)

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PHOTOGRAPHIC DOCUMENTATION SECTION 01 32 33

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes administrative and procedural requirements for the following:

1. Preconstruction photographs.

2. Periodic construction photographs.

3. Final completion construction photographs.

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Submittal Procedures" for submitting photographic documentation.

2. Division 01 Section "Closeout Procedures" for submitting photographic documentation as project record documents at Project closeout.

1.3 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Key Plan: Submit key plan of Project site and building with notation of vantage points marked for location and direction of each photograph. Indicate elevation or story of construction. Include same information as corresponding photographic documentation.

B. Construction Photographs: Submit digital images in a format acceptable to Owner for photos taken within the month.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (not used)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 CONSTRUCTION PHOTOGRAPHS

A. General: Take photographs using the maximum range of depth of field, and that are in focus, to clearly show the Work. Digital Images: Submit digital images exactly as originally recorded in the digital camera, without alteration, manipulation, editing, or modifications using image-editing software.

1. Date and Time: Include date and time in file name for each image.

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2. Field Office Images: Maintain one set of images accessible in the field office at Project site, available at all times for reference. Identify images in the same manner as those submitted to the Owner.

B. Preconstruction Photographs: Before commencement of new construction, take photographs of Project site including existing items to remain during construction.

1. Take not less than 100 photographs to show existing conditions on and adjacent to property before starting the Work.

C. Periodic Construction Photographs: Take no less than 20 photographs daily or at significant start and finish points of construction phases with the cutoff date associated with each Application for Payment. Select vantage points to show status of construction and progress since last photographs were taken.

D. Owner/Architect-Directed Construction Photographs: From time to time, Owner/Architect may instruct photographer about number and frequency of photographs and general directions on vantage points. Select actual vantage points and take photographs to show the status of construction and progress since last photographs were taken.

E. Vantage Points: As identified in the Key Plan and accepted by the Owner/Architect, follow select vantage points. During each of the following construction phases, Final Completion Construction Photographs: Take color photographs after date of Substantial Completion for submission as project record documents. Keyplan will inform photographer of desired vantage points or as directed by the Owner.

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SUBMITTALS SECTION 01 33 00

PART 1 GENERAL

A. Requirements for the submittal schedule and administrative and procedural requirements for submitting shop drawings, product data, samples, and other submittals to ensure that the specified products are furnished and installed in accordance with the law and design intent.

B. Product Data: Collect information into a single submittal for each element of construction and type of product or equipment.

C. Include the following information, as applicable:

1. Manufacturer's catalog cuts.

2. Manufacturer's product specifications.

3. Standard color charts.

4. Statement of compliance with specified referenced standards.

5. Testing by recognized testing agency.

6. Application of testing agency labels and seals.

7. Notation of coordination requirements.

8. Availability and delivery time information.

D. For equipment, include the following in addition to the above, as applicable:

1. Wiring diagrams showing factory-installed wiring.

2. Printed performance curves.

E. Operational range diagrams.

1. Clearances required to adjacent construction or systems, if not indicated on accompanying shop drawings.

F. The Architect will require 10 working days for review of all submittals.

G. The Contractor, immediately after being awarded the Contract, shall prepare, and submit to the Architect a detailed schedule of shop drawings, product data, certifications, and sample submissions as required by each section of the specifications.

H. This Schedule shall indicate dates the Contractor expects to submit shop drawings, product data, certifications, or samples, allowing ample lead time for review and approval, to permit the Contractor to meet dates on Work Schedule specified.

PART 2 PRODUCTS - NONE

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PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 CONTRACTOR'S REVIEW

A. Review each submittal and check for coordination with other Work of the Contract and for compliance with the Contract Documents. Note corrections and field dimensions. Mark with approval stamp before submitting to Architect.

B. Approval Stamp: Stamp each submittal with a uniform, approval stamp. Include Project name and location, submittal number, Specification Section title and number, name of reviewer, date of Contractor's approval, and statement certifying that submittal has been reviewed, checked, and approved for compliance with the Contract Documents.

3.2 ARCHITECT'S ACTION

A. General: Architect will not review submittals that do not bear Contractor's approval stamp and will return them without action.

B. Action Submittals: Architect will review each submittal, make marks to indicate corrections or modifications required, and return it. Architect will stamp each submittal with an action stamp and will mark stamp appropriately to indicate action taken, as follows:

1. “APPROVED”; Submittal is approved without changes or corrections.

2. “APPROVED AS NOTED”; Submittal is approved based on changes or corrections noted. Contractor should resubmit one copy for record.

3. “REJECTED”; Submittal was incomplete or did not meet the requirements of the Contract Documents. New submission is required.

Contractor is responsible for any delays caused by unacceptable submittals.

4. “REVISE AND RESUBMIT”; Significant changes or corrections are required prior to approval of this submittal. Complete resubmittal addressing all notes is required. The contractor is responsible for any delays caused by incomplete submittals.

5. “REVIEWED”; Used for Informational Submittals.

C. Informational Submittals: Architect will review each submittal and will not return it or will return it if it does not comply with requirements. Architect will forward each submittal to appropriate party.

D. Incomplete or partial submittals are not acceptable, will be considered nonresponsive, and will be returned without review.

E. Submittals not required by the Contract Documents may not be reviewed and may be discarded.

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TEMPORARY FACILITIES AND CONTROLS SECTION 01 50 00

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General Conditions and other Division 01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.

1.2 SUMMARY

A. Section includes requirements for temporary services and facilities, including:

1. Utilities

2. Temporary construction

3. Construction aids

4. Barriers and enclosures

5. Security

6. Temporary controls

7. Project identification signs and banners

8. Site Logistics

9. Field offices and sheds

B. Related Requirements:

1. Division 01 Section "Summary" for work restrictions and limitations on utility interruptions.

C. Temporary utilities may include but are not limited to:

1. Temporary electric power and light.

2. Temporary heating, cooling and ventilating.

3. Temporary sanitary facilities, including drinking water.

4. Temporary fire protection.

D. Security may include but is not limited to:

1. On-Site 24 hour security

2. Security enclosures, fences and lockups

E. Temporary controls may include but are not limited to:

1. Waste disposal

2. Environmental protection

3. Nuisance dust control

4. Noise control.

5. Site area fencing

6. Safety controls

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1.3 USE CHARGES

A. General: Installation and removal of and use charges for temporary facilities shall be included in the Contract Sum unless otherwise indicated. Allow other entities to use temporary services and facilities without cost, including, but not limited to, Architect, testing agencies, and Owner’s contractor and authorities having jurisdiction.

1. Contractor shall furnish, install and maintain for the duration of the project all necessary temporary switches, wiring, fixtures, bulbs, piping and other devices as may be required to connect to existing systems.

B. Contractor Parking: Limited on site and street parking will be available for use by Contractor and its trade contractors.

1.4 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALS

A. Site Logistics Plan: Within the limits reflected on the contract documents and in a form consistent with the contract documents. The Contractor Site Logistics Plan, shall be sized the same as the plan sheets in the contract documents and address the following, including but not limited to:

1. Site Access

2. Phases of work, each phase and all work should be documented

3. Emergency vehicle circulation, 18’ minimum width

4. Vehicular Circulation/Detours

5. Construction Circulation

6. Site perimeter fencing system location

7. Signs including vehicular and pedestrian detours, project sign and project banners, including their anticipated respective locations.

8. Staging Area / Stockpile Area

9. Portable Restrooms

10. Portable or temporary HVAC equipment

11. Portable or temporary electrical equipment

B. Provide the following for discussion regarding the Site Logistics Plan:

1. Submittal of the perimeter area Construction Site fencing system: Type

(driven/temporary), fence height, fence construction and installation details taking into account the necessary durability during the seasons, and (i.e. snow plowing).

2. Submittal of the scrim that connects to the fence system.

3. Regular maintenance controls of the temporary facilities, fencing and grounds within the fenced in area and accesses to the Construction Site area.

4. Construction Equipment and Vehicle parking requirements anticipated.

5. Proposed safety and security measures for the Construction Site.

6. Heavy equipment special needs

C. Fire-Safety Program: Show compliance with requirements of NFPA 241 and authorities having jurisdiction. Indicate Contractor personnel responsible for management of fire-prevention program.

D. Moisture-Protection Plan: Describe procedures and controls for protecting materials and construction from water absorption and damage.

1. Describe delivery, handling, and storage provisions for materials subject to water absorption or water damage.

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2. Indicate procedures for discarding water-damaged materials, protocols for mitigating water intrusion into completed Work, and replacing water-damaged Work.

E. Dust- and HVAC-Control Plan: Submit coordination drawing and narrative that indicates the dust and HVAC control measures proposed for use, proposed locations, and proposed time frame for their operation. Identify further options if proposed measures are later determined to be inadequate. Include the following:

1. Locations of dust-control partitions at each phase of work.

2. HVAC system isolation schematic drawing.

3. Location of proposed air-filtration system discharge.

4. Waste handling procedures.

5. Other dust-control measures.

1.5 QUALITY ASSURANCE

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

1. Building Code requirements

2. Occupational Health and Safety regulations

3. Utilities, regulations and requirements

4. Police, Fire Department and Rescue Squad requirements.

5. Environmental protection regulations.

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

C. Tests and Inspections: Arrange for authorities having jurisdiction and service providers to observe installation, testing and inspection for each temporary utility before use.

Obtain required certifications and permits.

1.6 PROJECT CONDITIONS

A. Temporary Utilities or Equipment: Prepare a schedule indicating dates of implementation and termination of each temporary utility or proposed equipment. At the earliest feasible time and when acceptable to the Owner, change over from use of temporary services/equipment to use of the permanent service.

B. Conditions of Use: Keep temporary services and facilities clean and neat in appearance. Operate in a safe and efficient manner. Take necessary fire preventative measures. Do not overload facilities or permit them to interfere with progress of work.

Do not allow hazardous dangerous or unsanitary conditions, or public nuisances to develop or persist on the site.

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C. Construction Site Area: Keep area within the temporary perimeter fence clean and neat in appearance. Always operate and conduct construction activity in a safe and efficient manner. Maintain emergency access and circulation to the site at all times.

D. Temporary Fencing System: The temporary fencing system consists of the fence fabric, rails, poles, and scrim. The system shall be installed immediately as the first step for on-site mobilization. As each section of the fence installation is complete, immediate installation of the scrim shall follow. Fencing system installation shall not commence until all products that make up the system have been delivered to the site and confirmed as meeting the specification requirements. Fencing system shall not commence unless its completion can occur by week’s end, no portions of the fence system shall be left incomplete over a weekend or holiday. The Contractor shall not proceed with any other mobilization work until the temporary fencing system is complete and in place.

E. Any other signage shall be prohibited on the fence, site or temporarily attached to equipment or cranes.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 MATERIALS

A. General: Provide new materials; if acceptable to the Owner, undamaged previously used materials in serviceable condition may be used. Provide materials suitable for the use intended.

Temporary Chain-Link Fencing: All fence components shall be new or in like new condition, deviations from those requirements must be preapproved by the Owner. No bent or deformed fence components will be acceptable and shall be replaced immediately upon request. All fence posts shall be driven, set plumb and cut off so that they do not protrude beyond top of fence. Temporary fencing system shall be engineered.

1. Fence Height: 8’ Height

2. Fence Material and components: Galvanized Steel

3. Fence Fabric: 2 inch opening, 9 gauge, salvage knuckle

4. Line Posts: 2-3/8 inch OD minimum, however, will be dependent on height of fence required.

5. Corner Posts: 2-7/8 inch OD, however, will be dependent on height of fence required

6. Top and Bottom Rails: 1-5/8 inch OD

7. Supporting Posts: Driven and reinforced as required

8. Post Caps: Acorn or loop, all post shall receive caps

B. Portable Panel Chain Link Fencing: All fence components shall be new or in like new condition. All panels shall be installed plumb horizontal (not perpendicular) and no bent or deformed fence components will be acceptable and will be replaced immediately upon request. Panels shall be attached to each other via heavy duty couplers to aid in support

1. Fence Height: 8’ Height

2. Fence Material and components: Galvanized Steel, salvage knuckle

3. Fence Fabric: 2 inch opening, 9 gauge

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4. Panel Frame: 1-5/8 inch OD

5. Portable Panel Fence Feet: Plastic or rubber black coated concrete filled feet with a minim size of 22” Long x 9” wide x 6” high and an approximate weight of 70 pounds per unit, no sandbags.

6. Support Stays: Shall be installed every 3 panels or as required by fence manufacturer at a minimum to provide extra stability and maximum strength, support shall have a weight of a minimum of 210 pounds. Contractor shall be responsible for the appropriate weight of support stays necessary to ensure fence stability in cases of storms.

C. Scrim: Scrim shall be in new or like new condition. Torn scrim will not be acceptable and will be replaced immediately upon request.

Non-decorative Scrim

1. Color: Dark Green or as selected by Owner

2. Size: One piece, full height 8’ Height.

3. Opacity: 75% minimum

4. Edge Treatment: Reinforced sown edges with grommets every 12” o.c

5. Attachment: Wire ties at 12” o.c. along perimeter, in heavy vehicular twelve inches on center in the field.

D. Concrete Barricades: Barricades shall be in new or like new condition. Like new conditions shall be defined as having no paint, markings, cracks or gauges on the expose surface. Barricades shall meet MODOT and Owner standards.

1. Height: 32 inches minimum

2. Length: 6 foot minimum

3. Width: 24 inches at the base and 6 inches at the top

4. Barricade shall be wrapped with scrim and be able to accept fencing.

E. Safety Controls: Safety or Traffic Cones shall be in new or like new condition. Like new conditions shall be defined as having no paint, markings, cracks or gauges on the expose surface. Cones shall meet the following standards:

1. Road traffic control cones or tubes shall be florescent orange or florescent yellow in color for MODOT and/or City of St Louis requirements.

2. Grounds Safety Cones shall be lime green in color per Owner requirements.

F. Dust-Control

1. Adhesive-Surface Walk-off Mats: Provide mats minimum 36 by 60 inches.

2. Polyethylene Sheet: Reinforced, fire-resistive sheet, 10-mil minimum thickness, with flame-spread rating of 15 or less per ASTM E 84 and passing NFPA 701 Test Method 2.

3. Gypsum or Plywood Wallboard: Provide gypsum wallboard complying with requirements of ASTM C 36 on interior walls of temporary partitions.

4. The use of calcium chloride or other chemicals for dust control shall be submitted for approval to the Owner and Architect prior to its use.

G. Insulation: Unfaced mineral-fiber blanket, manufactured from glass, slag wool, or rock wool; with maximum flame-spread and smoke-developed indexes of 25 and 50, respectively.

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2.2 TEMPORARY FACILITIES

A. Field Offices, General: Contractor to provide adequate temporary office facilities for its staff, for attendees of project meetings and shall include a lockable private office for the sole use of the Owner and Architect.

B. Storage and Fabrication Sheds: Provide conex lockable storage container(s) sized,, and equipped to accommodate materials and equipment for construction operations.

2.3 EQUIPMENT

A. Fire Extinguishers: Portable, UL rated; comply with NFPA 10 and 241 for classification, extinguishing agent and size required by location and class of fire exposure.

1. Permanent HVAC System: If Owner authorizes use of permanent HVAC system for temporary use during construction, provide filter with MERV of 8 at each return-air grille in system and remove at end of construction. Filters will be replaced regularly but not less than monthly, during the temporary operation and replaced with the correct specified filter prior to turn over or final testing.

2. Portable Cooling Equipment: Listed and labeled for the intended use to provide temporary cooling to specific building areas.

B. Air-Filtration Units: Primary and secondary HEPA-filter-equipped portable units with four-stage filtration. Provide single switch for emergency shutoff. Configure to run continuously.

C. Electrical Power Cords: Provide grounded extension cords; use “hard-service” cords where exposed to abrasion and traffic. Provide waterproof connectors to connect separate lengths of electric cords, if single lengths will not reach areas where construction activities are in progress.

D. Lamps and Light Fixtures: Provide general service LED lighting with lumens required for adequate illumination. Provide guard cages or tempered glass enclosures, where exposed to breakage. Provide exterior LED fixtures where exposed to moisture.

E. First Aid Supplies: Comply with governing regulations.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION, GENERAL

A. Use qualified personnel for design and installation of temporary facilities. Locate facilities where they will serve Project adequately and result in minimum interference with performance of the Work. Relocate and modify facilities as required by progress of the Work.

1. Locate facilities to limit site disturbance as specified in Division 01 Section "Summary."

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B. Provide each facility ready for use when needed to avoid delay. Maintain and modify as required. Do not remove until facilities are no longer needed or are replaced by authorized use of completed permanent facilities.

C. Temporary buildings (e.g., storage sheds, shops, offices) and utilities may be erected by the Contractor only with the approval of the Owner and shall be built with labor and materials furnished by the Contractor. The temporary buildings and utilities shall remain the property of the Contractor and shall be removed at its expense upon completion of the Work.

D. Noise Control: The Contractor shall make every effort to minimize noise disruption to adjacent buildings. Restrict use of noise making tools and equipment to hours that will minimize complaints from persons or firms near the site. Examples of noise generating work include, but are not limited to sawing, drilling and hammering and/or jackhammering.

E. Collection and Disposal of Waste: Collect waste from construction areas and elsewhere daily. Comply with requirements of NFPA 241 for removal of combustible waste material and debris. Enforce requirements strictly. Do not hold materials more than 7 days during normal weather or 3 days when the temperature is expected to rise above 80 deg F (27 deg C). Handle hazardous, dangerous, or unsanitary waste materials separately from other waste by containerizing properly. Dispose of material in a lawful manner.

F. Nuisance Dust Control: The following provisions shall apply during demolition or construction phases of work:

1. It is the intent of this specification to ensure that nuisance dusts resulting from demolition or construction activities do not impact occupied areas of the building and surrounding the site. The Contractor shall take all measures necessary to accomplish this goal. These measures will include as minimum polyethylene sheeting or wet methods of fugitive dust control. Keep all adjacent roads free and clear of dust and debris.

2. The Contractor shall submit a plan prior to commencement of work that will detail all methods of dust control. This plan shall be approved by the Owner prior to commencement of work. Failure to comply shall result in immediate stoppage of work until effective dust control measures are employed.

3.2 TEMPORARY UTILITY INSTALLATION AND CONTROLS

A. General: Installation of temporary service or connecting to existing service.

1. Any service (water, electricity, etc.) shutdown which will interrupt the continuity of the Work shall be maintained by safe and adequate temporary means and such temporary piping, wiring and associated devices shall be removed when no longer required.

B. Sanitary Facilities: Provide temporary toilets, wash facilities, and drinking water for use of construction personnel as directed by Owner. Comply with requirements of authorities having jurisdiction for type, number, location, operation, and maintenance of fixtures and facilities.

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

2. Drinking Water Facilities: Provide drinking water including paper supply.

3. Temporary sanitary facilities shall be such that they can be closed and locked during non-working hours or are located within a lockable fenced area.

C. Heating: Provide temporary heating required by construction activities for curing or drying of completed installations or for protecting installed construction from adverse effects of low temperatures or high humidity. Select equipment that will not have a harmful effect on completed installations or elements being installed.

1. Coordinate ventilation requirements to produce the ambient condition required and minimize consumption of energy.

The Contractor shall provide temporary heat during construction for interior areas as directed by the Owner. Provide heat and ventilation to maintain appropriate conditions for construction operations and to protect materials and finishes from damage by temperature or humidity.

D. Cooling: Provide temporary cooling via portable units and/or approved equipment for defined periods of time designated within the Contract Documents or required to facilitate the construction schedule. Select equipment that will not have harmful effects on completed installations or other elements being installed.

E. Lighting: Provide weatherproof, grounded LED lighting

1. Install and operate temporary lighting that will fulfill security and protection requirements, without operating the entire system, and will provide adequate illumination for construction.

F. Security: Provide temporary security of the construction site to fulfill safety and security requirements. Protect all workers, stored and installed materials, equipment and property during and after working hours.

G. Telephones:

Distribute to the project Team and Post for public viewing a list of important telephone numbers.

a. Police and fire departments.

b. Ambulance service.

c. Contractor's home office.

d. Contractor's emergency after-hours telephone number.

e. Architect/Engineer's office.

f. Principal subcontractors' field and home offices.

2. Maintain dust partitions during the Work. Use vacuum collection attachments on dust-producing equipment.

3. Perform daily construction cleanup and final cleanup using approved, filter-equipped vacuum equipment.

H. Ventilation and Humidity Control: Provide temporary ventilation required by construction activities for curing or drying of completed installations or for protecting

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Coordinate ventilation requirements to produce ambient condition required and minimize energy consumption.

1. Provide dehumidification systems when required to reduce substrate moisture levels to level required to allow installation or application of finishes.

2. Provide dehumidification as required to mitigate mold growth.

I. Fire Protection: Until fire protection needs are supplied by permanent facilities, install and maintain temporary fire protection facilities of the types needed to protect against reasonably predictable and controllable fire losses. Comply with NFPA 10 “Standard for Portable Fire Extinguishers,” and NFPA 241 “Standard for Safeguarding Construction, Alterations and Demolition Operations.”

1. Locate fire extinguishers where convenient and effective for their intended purpose, but not less than one extinguisher on each floor at or near each…